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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3
UNPACKING ............................................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY ................................................................................. 3
THEORY OF OPERATION ......................................................... 4
FUELS ......................................................................................... 5
VENTILATION ............................................................................. 5
OPERATION ............................................................................... 5
STORING, TRANSPORTING, OR SHIPPING ............................ 6
DESA Industries of Canada, Inc. 2220 Argentina Rd. unit #4 Mississauga, Ontario LSN 2K7
Models: RC40, RC55T, RC70T,
RC115T and RC165T
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CANADIAN PORTABLE
FORCED AIR HEATERS
TM
OWNER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......................... 6
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 7
SERVICE PROCEDURES .......................................................... 8
WIRING DIAGRAMS ................................................................. 13
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 14
ACCESSORIES ........................................................................ 15
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ....... 16
WARRANTY AND REPAIR SERVICE ........................ Back Cover
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
WARRANTY AND REPAIR SERVICE ......Back Cover STORING, TRANSPORTING, OR SHIPPING ......6 ® DESA Industries of Canada, Inc. 2220 Argentina Rd. unit #4 Mississauga, Ontario LSN 2K7 Save this manual for future reference. Save this manual for future reference... -
Page 2: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS • When used with a thermostat, heater may start at anytime. • When heater is moved or stored, it must be in a level position or IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully fuel spillage may occur. and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or •... -
Page 3: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION UNPACKING ASSEMBLY PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION UNPACKING Remove all protective packaging that has been applied to heater Hot Air Nose Cone Guard Outlet for shipment 2. Remove heater from carton. Upper Shell 3. Check heater for any shipping damage. If damage is found, Handle promptly inform dealer where heater was purchased. -
Page 4: Theory Of Operation
ASSEMBLY THEORY OF OPERATON ASSEMBLY THEORY OF OPERATION Continued The air pump forces air through the air line. The The Fuel System: (FOR 115T AND 165T MODELS ONLY) air is then pushed through the nozzle. This air causes fuel to be lifted from the tank. -
Page 5: Fuels
FUELS VENTILATION OPERATION FUELS OPERATION IMPORTANT: Review and understand the warnings WARNING: Use only kerosene, #1/#2 diesel/fuel in the Safety Information section. They are needed to oil, JET A or JP-8 fuels to avoid risk of fire or explo- safely operate this heater. Follow all local ordinances sion. -
Page 6: Storing, Transporting, Or Shipping
STORING, TRANSPORTING, OR SHIPPING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE STORING, TRANSPORTING, OR SHIPPING 4. Replace fuel cap or drain plug. Properly dispose of old and Note: If shipping, transport companies require fuel tanks to be dirty fuel. Check with local automotive service stations that empty. -
Page 7: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Never service heater while it is plugged in, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur. POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY FAULT CONDITION 1. No power to heater Motor does not start five seconds after heater 1. Check circuit breaker in electrical panel 2. -
Page 8: Service Procedures
SERVICE PROCEDURES SERVICE PROCEDURES AIR OUTPUT, AIR INTAKE AND LINT FILTERS WARNING: To avoid risk of burn and electrical 1. Remove upper shell (see Figure 7 or 8). shock, never attempt to service heater while it is plugged in, operating, or hot. 2. - Page 9 SERVICE PROCEDURES SERVICE PROCEDURES Continued PUMP PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT FUEL FILTER Remove pressure gauge plug from filter end cover (see Figure 13). 1. Remove side cover screws using 5/16" nut-driver. Install accessory pressure gauge (part number HA1180). 2. Remove side cover. Start heater (see Operation, page 5).
- Page 10 SERVICE PROCEDURES SERVICE PROCEDURES Continued IGNITOR CAUTION: Do not bend or strike ignitor element. Remove upper shell and fan guard (See Upper Shell Removal, Handle with care. page 8). Remove fan (see page 8). 8. Carefully remove replacement ignitor from styrofoam packing. Remove 4 side cover screws with a 5/16"...
- Page 11 SERVICE PROCEDURES SERVICE PROCEDURES Continued NOZZLE ASSEMBLY FUEL AND AIR LINE REPLACEMENT AND PROPER ROUTING Remove upper shell (see Upper Shell Removal, page 8). 1. Remove upper shell (see Upper Shell Removal, page 8). Remove fan (see Fan, page 8). 2.
- Page 12 SERVICE PROCEDURES SERVICE PROCEDURES Continued PUMP ROTOR 14. Place fine grade sandpaper (600 grit) on flat surface. Sand rotor lightly in “figure 8” motion four times (see Figure 28). (Procedure if Rotor is Binding) 15. Reinstall insert and rotor. Remove upper shell (see Upper Shell Removal, page 8). 16.
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Page 13: Wiring Diagrams
WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAMS Blue Photocell Photocell Blue Photocell White Ignitor White Green Motor Return Green AC Neutral (L2) Motor 120V (L1) Motor Black Ignitor Ignitor Yellow Figure 30 - Wiring Diagram for 40 Models Blue Photocell Photocell Blue Photocell White Ignitor Green... -
Page 14: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model Size 115T 165T Output Rating (Btu/Hr) 40,000 55,000 70,000 115,000 165,000 Fuel Use only kerosene, #1/#2 diesel/fuel oil, JET A or JP-8 fuels* Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. Gal./Liters) 3/11.3 5/18.9 5/18.9 9/34 13.5/51 Fuel Consumption (Gal. Per Hr/Liters Per Hr) .3/1.14 .44/1.67 .52/1.97... -
Page 15: Accessories
ACCESSORIES Heater accessories and parts are available at your local dealer. Should your dealer not stock or is unable to order a particular accessory or part, please contact DESA Industries for more infor- mation. DESA Industries of Canada, Inc. 2220 Argentia Road... -
Page 16: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RC40 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RC40 12-1 12-3 12-4 12-5 12-2 12-18 12-17 12-16 12-6 12-15 12-9 12-14 12-7 12-10 Motor and Pump 12-13 12-8 Assembly 12-12 12-11 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105536... - Page 17 PARTS LIST RC40 PARTS LIST RC40 This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, be sure to provide the correct model and serial numbers (from the model plate), then the part number and descrip- tion of the desired part. PART PART NUMBER...
- Page 18 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RC55T, RC70T ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RC55T, RC70T 12-1 12-2 12-3 12-4 12-18 12-17 12-16 12-5 12-6 12-15 12-9 12-14 12-7 12-10 Motor and Pump 12-8 Assembly 12-13 12-11 12-12 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com...
- Page 19 Decal, Warning/Maintenance 12-14 Output Filter 105550-02 Decal, Warning/Maintenance 12-15 M12461-32 Screw, #10-32 x 1 " (55T) 103997-22 Decal, Model Data (RC55T) M12461-31 Screw, #10-32 x 1" (70T) 103997-23 Decal, Model Data (RC70T) 12-16 103676-01 Nylon Elbow, 90° 12-17 M8643-2** Blade (55T)
- Page 20 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RC115T, RC165T ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RC115T, RC165T 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-17 10-8 10-16 10-15 10-9 10-13 10-10 10-14 Motor and Pump 10-13 10-11 Assembly 10-12 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105536...
- Page 21 PARTS LIST RC115T, RC165T This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, be sure to provide the correct PARTS LIST model and serial numbers (from the model plate), then the part number and description of the desired part. RC115T, RC165T PART PART...
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Page 22: Warranty And Repair Service
LIMITED WARRANTY DESA Industries warrants this product and any parts thereof, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of first purchase when operated and maintained in accordance with instructions. This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser, when proof of purchase is provided.