Maintenance; Specifications - Desa 30LP Owner's Manual

30,000 BTU/Hr
PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER
STORAGE
CAUTION: Disconnect heater
from propane supply tank(s).
1. Store propane tank(s) in safe manner.
See Chapter 5 of Standard for Storage
and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum
Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58. Follow all lo-
cal codes. Always store propane tanks
outdoors.
2. Place plastic cover caps over brass
fittings on inlet connector and hose/
regulator assembly.
3. Store in dry, clean, and safe place. Do
not store hose/regulator assembly in-
side heater combustion chamber.
4. When taking heater out of storage, al-
ways check inside of heater. Insects and
small animals may place foreign ob-
jects in heater. Remove motor and other
internal parts if needed to remove for-
eign objects (see Service Procedures,
page 8).

MAINTENANCE

WARNINGS
• Never service heater while it is
plugged in, connected to pro-
pane supply, operating, or hot.
Severe burns and electrical
shock can occur.
• Keep heater clear and free from
combustible materials, gaso-
line, and other flammable va-
pors and liquids.
• Do not block the flow of com-
bustion or ventilation air.
1. Keep heater clean. Clean heater annu-
ally or as needed to remove dust and
debris. If heater is dirty or dusty, clean
heater with a damp cloth. Use house-
hold cleaners on difficult spots.
2. Inspect heater before each use. Check
connections for leaks. Apply mixture
of liquid soap and water to connections.
Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct
all leaks at once.
3. Inspect hose/regulator assembly be-
fore each use. If hose is highly worn
or cut, replace with hose specified by
manufacturer.
4. Have heater inspected yearly by a quali-
fied service agency.
5. Keep inside of heater free from com-
bustible and foreign objects. Remove
motor and other internal parts if needed
to clean inside of heater (see Service
Procedures, page 8).
6. Clean fan blades each season or as
needed (see Fan, page 9).

SPECIFICATIONS

Output Rating (BTU/Hr)
Fuel
Fuel Consumption
Gallons/Hour
Pounds/Hour
Supply Pressure To Regulator
Minimum (for purposes
of input adjustment)
Maximum
Regulator Outlet Pressure
Manifold Pressure
Hot Air Output
(CFM Approx)
Motor
Electric Input
Amperage
Ignition
Weight (Pounds)
Heater
Shipping
Size - L x W x H (Inches)
Heater
Temperature Range for Heater Operation
* When running heater in temperatures above 85 F, high internal temperatures may cause
thermal limit device to shut down heater.
6
30,000
Propane Vapor Only
.33
1.4
20 psi
Tank Pressure or 200 psi
10 PSI
10.1 PSI
175
3045 RPM
120 volt/60 hertz
.6
Manual, Piezo
9
9.5
18.5 x 7.7 x 12.8
-20 F to 85 F*
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