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PROPANE
CONSTRUCTION
Models: RLP50VA, BLP50VA, and REM50PVA
IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before assembling, starting, or
servicing heater. Improper use of heater can cause serious injury. Keep this
manual for future reference.
GENERAL HAZARD WARNING: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS
HEATER, CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE,
EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXIATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POI-
SONING, AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR SERVICE THIS HEATER.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HEATER INFORMATION SUCH
AS AN INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL, LABELS, ETC. CONTACT THE
MANUFACTURER.
HEATER
OWNER'S MANUAL
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- Page 1 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER OWNER’S MANUAL Models: RLP50VA, BLP50VA, and REM50PVA IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before assembling, starting, or servicing heater. Improper use of heater can cause serious injury. Keep this manual for future reference. GENERAL HAZARD WARNING: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH...
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Page 2: Safety Information
50,000 BTU/HR PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS WARNING: FIRE, BURN, IN- HALATION, AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUS- TIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING MA- TERIALS, PAPER OR CARD- BOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE IN- STRUCTIONS. -
Page 3: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Hot Air Outlet (Front) Heater Base Piezo Ignitor Button Automatic Control Valve Knob Hose / Regulator Assembly Figure 1 - 50,000 BTU/Hr Model 105331 OWNER’S MANUAL Shell Handle Motor Fan Guard Valve Power Inlet Cord UNPACKING Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. -
Page 4: Theory Of Operation
50,000 BTU/HR PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER THEORY OF OPERATION THE FUEL SYSTEM The hose/regulator assembly attaches to the propane gas supply. This provides fuel to the heater. THE AIR SYSTEM The motor turns the fan. The fan pushes air into and around the combustion chamber. This air is heated and provides a stream of clean, hot air. -
Page 5: Installation
INSTALLATION WARNING: Review and un- derstand the warnings in the Safety Information section, page 2. They are needed to safely op- erate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. WARNING: Test all gas pip- ing and connections for leaks after installation or servicing. -
Page 6: Operation
50,000 BTU/HR PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER OPERATION WARNING: Review and un- derstand the warnings in the Safety Information section, page 2. They are needed to safely op- erate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. TO START HEATER 1. -
Page 7: Maintenance
• Do not block the flow of com- bustion or ventilation air. TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s Technical Service web site at www.desatech.com. OBSERVED FAULT Fan does not turn when heater is plugged in. -
Page 8: Service Procedures
50,000 BTU/HR PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES You can also visit DESA International’s Technical Service site www.desatech.com. WARNING: Never service heater while it is plugged in, con- nected to propane supply, oper- ating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur. - Page 9 SERVICE PROCEDURES Continued 1. Remove three screws that attach fan guard to heater shell. 2. Remove motor and fan guard from heater shell (see Figure 14). 3. Use hex wrench to loosen set screw that holds fan to motor shaft (see Figure 15). 4.
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Page 10: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
50,000 BTU/HR PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RLP50VA BLP50VA REM50PVA 105331... -
Page 11: Parts List
This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 12 of this manual. DESCRIPTION Combustion Chamber Hex Tap Screw, #10-16 x 3/8" Outer Shell (BLP50VA) Outer Shell (REM50PVA) Outer Shell (RLP50VA) Handle Kit Bushing, Strain Relief Wire Assembly Hex Tap Screw, #12-14 x 1/2"... -
Page 12: Specifications
If they can not supply an accessory or part, either con- tact your nearest Parts Central (listed in the separate Authorized Service Center book- let) or contact DESA International for infor- mation. Part Number Description... - Page 13 OWNER’S MANUAL NOTES _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 105331...
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Page 14: Warranty And Repair Service
Should your heater require service, return it to your nearest authorized service center. Proof of purchase must be presented with the heater. The heater will be inspected. A defect may be caused by faulty materials or workmanship. If so, DESA International will repair or replace the heater without charge.