Installation; Operation - Dyna-Glo Delux RMC-FA150NGDGD Operating Instructions & Parts Manual

Dyna-Glo Delux Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Dyna-Glo
Construction Heater
local codes, follow the National Fuel Gas
Code Handbook NFPA54/ANSI Z223.1
and the Natural Gas Installation Code,
CAN/CSA B149.1.
Ventilation
A three square foot
WARNING
opening of fresh
outside air must be provided to operate
each heater safely. If the proper air vent­
ilation is not provided, carbon monoxide
poisoning can occur. Always be sure that
the proper ventilation is being provided
before starting this heater.
– Do not use this heater for heating
human living quarters.
– Use of direct-fired heaters in the
construction environment can result
in exposure to levels of CO, CO2, and
NO2 considered to be hazardous to
health and potentially life threatening.
– Do not use in unventilated areas
– Know the signs of CO and CO2
poisoning
– Headaches, stinging eyes
– Dizziness, disorientation
– Difficulty breathing, feels of being
suffocated
– Proper ventilation air exchange (OSHA
29 CFR 1926.57) to support combustion
and maintain acceptable air quality
shall be provided in accordance with
OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926.154, ANSI
A10.10 Safety Requirements for
Temporary and Portable Space Heating
Devices and Equipment used in the
Construction Industry or the Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Codes
CSA B149.1
– Periodically monitor levels of CO, CO2
and NO2 existing at the construction
site – at the minimum at the start of
the shift and after 4 hours.
– Provide ventilation air exchange,
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Ventilation (Continued)
either natural or mechanical, as
required to maintain acceptable indoor
air quality.

Installation

WARNING
warnings in the Safety Information
Section on pages 1–3. They are required
to operate this heater safely. Follow all
local and state codes when operating this
heater.
WARNING
after installation or service. Never use an
open flame to check for leaks. Apply a
50/50 mixture of dish soap and water to
each connection. If bubbles appear, there
is a leak. Correct all leaks immediately.
1. Provide the natural gas supply system
(See Natural Gas Supply, on page 3).
2. Connect all plumbing and fittings to
the low-pressure Natural Gas source.
This source must be regulated to a
maximum of 1/2 PSI, and the piping
must be a 3/4'' (19.1 mm) inside
diameter minimum, and not be over
10 feet (3 m) in length.
3. Line up the female threaded end
of the hose with the fitting on the
heater base and tighten.
4. Slowly open valve at natural gas
supply.
5. Check for leaks at all connections.
Figure 3 – Hose and Inlet Connector
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
Review and under­
stand all of the
Be sure to test all
connections for leaks
Hose
Inlet Connector
4
RMC-FA150NGDGD
After installing all
WARNING
gas piping, and
making the proper connections, be
sure to check for leaks. Apply a 50/50
mixture of dish soap and water to all
connections. Bubbles forming are
evidence of a leak. Be sure to correct
all leaks at once!
6. Close natural gas supply.

Operation

Review and under­
WARNING
stand all of the
warnings in the Safety Information
Section on pages 1–3. They are required
to operate this heater safely. Follow all
local and state codes when operating this
heater.
TO START HEATER
1. Follow all safety, installation and
ventilation instructions in this
manual.
2. Position the heater on a stable and
level surface, and be sure that no
drafts blow into the inlet or outlet of
the heater.
3. Plug the power cord of the heater
into a three hole grounded extension
cord. Be sure that the extension cord
is at least 6 feet (1.8 m) long, and is
UL listed.
EXTENSION CORD WIRE SIZE
REQUIREMENTS
• Up to 50 feet (15.2 m) long, use 18
AWG rated cord.
• 51 to 100 feet (15.5 - 30.5 m) long, use
16 AWG rated cord.
• 101 to 200 (30.8 - 61 m) feet long, use
14 AWG rated cord.
4. Following the extension cord
requirements, plug the extension
cord into a 120 volt/60 Hertz, three
hole grounded outlet.
5. Open gas supply valve slowly.
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