Propane Supply; Installation - Desa BLP35ES Owner's Manual

PROPANE
SUPPLY

INSTALLATION

User must provide propane gas and propane tank(s).
Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system. The amount
of propane gas ready for use from propane tanks varies. Two factors decide this
amount:
1. The amount of propane gas in tank(s)
2. The temperature of tank(s)
This heater is designed to operate with a minimum 9-kg propane tank. You may
need two or more tanks or one larger tank in colder weather. Use a 45-kg tank for
longer operation or in very cold weather. Less gas is vaporized at lower tempera-
tures. Your local propane gas dealer will help you select the proper supply system.
Average Temperature (°C)
At Tank Location
Number Of Tanks
(45-kg)
Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Informa-
tion Section, pages 2 and 3. They are needed to safely oper-
ate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.
Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installation
or servicing. Never use an open flame to check for a leak.
Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
1. Provide propane supply system (see Propane Supply, above).
2. Connect fuel gas connector on hose/regulator assembly to propane tank(s).
Tighten firmly using wrench. IMPORTANT: Position regulator so that hose
leaving the regulator is in a horizontal position (see Figure 3). This places the
regulator vent in the proper position to protect it from the weather.
Propane
Supply
Valve
Propane
Tank
5° 0° -7°
1 1 1
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
Figure 3 - Regulator Position
-12° -18° -23° -29°
1 1 2 2
Regulator
Hose
Fuel Gas
Connector
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