Thermablaster WDFT060-VF-IR, Owner'S Manual

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QUALIFIED INSTALLING AGENCY
Only a qualified agency should install and replace gas piping, gas utilization equipment or
accessories, repair and service the heater. The term “qualified agency” means any individual, firm,
corporation, or company that either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is
responsible for:
a.) Installing, testing, or replacing gas piping or
b.) Connecting, installing, testing, repairing, or servicing equipment; that is experienced in such work; that
is familiar with all precautions required; and that has complied with all the requirement of the authority
having jurisdiction.
2 PRODUCT FEATURES
SAFETY PILOT
This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff system. The ODS/pilot
shuts off the heater if there is not enough fresh air.
PULSE IGNITION SYSTEM
This heater is equipped with a battery powered electric pulse igniting system. No AC power supply
required. Battery should be periodically checked and replaced accordingly. Use a “D” size (IEC R20 or
LR20) 1.5 V battery only.
GAS OPTIONS CAPABLE (Dual Fuel Models Only) (Models that start with WDFT)
If you have the dual fuel model, your heater is equipped to operate on either Propane or Natural gas. The
heater can identify gas source automatically without any changes. During first use please let your
qualified installer to install and start the heater following the instructions and the markings on the heater.
THERMOSTATIC CONTROL
These heaters have a control valve with a thermostat sensing bulb. This results in the greatest heater
comfort and may result in lower gas bills.
LOCAL CODES
Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest
edition of The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54.