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SignitePro CA18000 Series Manual

Vent-free infrared & vent-free blue flame gas wall heater
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VENT-FREE
INFRARED
GAS WALL HEATER
MODEL CA18000
PROPANE
CL, CLF
NATURAL GAS
C, CF
Manufactured by: SignitePro Inc., 71 Folsetter Dr.,Paris, Ontario, N3L 0E2, Canada
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for natural or
propane gas. Field conversion is not permitted
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THE MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in vicinity of this
and or other appliances
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light the appliance
• Do not touch any electrical switches, do not use any phone inside your building
• Immediately call your gas provider from a neighbour's phone
• Follow the gas providers instructions
• If you can not reach your gas provider, contact the fire department
• Installation and service of this appliance must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agent or the gas provider
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to "Air For
Combustion and Ventilation" section on page 7 of this manual.
This appliance may be installed in aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by local codes. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases.
Application Questions? Missing Parts? Before returning appliance to retailer, please
contact customer service department between 9am EST - 3pm EST @ (519) - 442-4848
PRINTED IN CANADA
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
email us at: service@signitepro.com
Refer to the Intertek Directory of Building Products
(https://bpdirectory.intertek.com) for detailed information
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VENT-FREE
BLUE FLAME
GAS WALL HEATER
MODEL CA20000
PROPANE
BL, BLF
NATURAL GAS
B, BF
ANSI Z21.11.2-2016
Gas Fired Room Heaters
Volume II - Unvented Room Heaters
CA101 REV.1

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  • Page 1 BL, BLF NATURAL GAS NATURAL GAS C, CF B, BF Manufactured by: SignitePro Inc., 71 Folsetter Dr.,Paris, Ontario, N3L 0E2, Canada ANSI Z21.11.2-2016 Gas Fired Room Heaters WARNING: This appliance is equipped for natural or Volume II - Unvented Room Heaters propane gas.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS - 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - 3 PRODUCT FEATURES - 5 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION - 6 INSTALLATION - 10 OPERATION - 18 CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 23 TROUBLESHOOTING - 24 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST - 27 WARRANTY - 28 WARNING: Read the installation &...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Read this owners manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this heater. Improper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning. WARNING: Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: If the heater is being installed in a residential garage, it must be secured firmly to the wall, a minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) above the floor. The heater must be located so that it is protected against any possibility of damage by a moving vehicle etc. Raising the heater will reduce, BUT NOT eliminate the possibility of lighting the vapor of any flammable liquids which may be improperly stored or accidentally spilled.

  • Page 5: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the heater. Avoid any drafts that alter the burner flame patterns. WARNING: Do not operate heater if the tempered glass panel is not secured, broken, or missing. Only replace with tempered glass panel with parts and/or components provided by Factory.

  • Page 6: Preparing For Installation

    PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION Before beginning assembly or operation of the product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install or operate the product. Contact customer service for replacement parts. UNPACKING Remove heater from carton.
  • Page 7 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION CAUTION : This heater shall not be installed in a room or space unless the required volume of indoor combustion air is provided by the method described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54, the International Fuel Gas Code, or applicable local codes.
  • Page 8 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
  • Page 9 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION VENTILATION AIR FROM INSIDE BUILDING This fresh air would come from adjoining unconfined space. When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space, you must provide two permanent openings: one within 12 in. of the wall connecting Ventilation Grills Into adjoining Room the two spaces (see options 1 and 2, Fig.

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your primary heat source. Do not install this heater in a bathroom or bedroom. WARNING: A qualified technician must install heater.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTALLING IGNITOR BATTERY NOTE: Battery is included. Unscrew ignitor cap and insert included battery negative (flat) side down (see Fig. 4). Replace ignitor cap. Be sure to observe proper polarity (+/-) when installing or replacing the battery. Damage due to improper battery Installation may void the warranty on the product. Install/replace the battery according to the type and quantity stated in table below.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION ELECTRIC WIRING The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, if an external electrical source is utilized. This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION WIRING ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM POWER CORD ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC MOTOR...
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION LOCATING HEATER This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall or on a floor, using the Support Legs included with select models. For convenience and efficiency, install heater: Where there is easy access for operation, inspection, and service.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION WALL MOUNTING Wall mount procedure WARNING ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING OR GAS LINES MAYBE IN WALL. Before cutting, drilling or hammering verify their location. If needed, contact your electrician, plumber or service person Mark Screw Locations on Wall as per Figure 9 below: IMPORTANT: If wall mounting an infrared unit, the distance from the floor to bottom of the appliance must be at least 10 in.
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: A qualified service technician must connect the heater to the gas supply. Follow all local codes. IMPORTANT: This appliance requires a 3/8-inch NPT (National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the pressure regulator. Never connect the heater to private (non-utility) gas wells, commonly known as wellhead gas.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Install sediment trap in supply line as shown 3/8 in. NPT Fig. 12: Gas Connection Pipe Nipple (see Fig. 12). Place sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning. Place sediment Tee Joint Ground Joint trap where trapped matter is not likely to Union 1/8 in.

  • Page 18: Operation

    OPERATION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lit using the electronic ignitor. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 19 OPERATION LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS THERMOSTAT GAS CONTROL STOP! Read the safety information on the previous page. Turn off all electric power to the appliance. Turn control knob clockwise to “OFF” position (see Fig. 14). Wait (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor.
  • Page 20 OPERATION TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Turn off all electric power to the appliance. Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position on the control knob. THERMOSTATIC CONTROL OPERATION The thermostat used on this heater senses the room temperature. At times the room may exceed the set Ignitor temperature.
  • Page 21 OPERATION Fig. 20: Correct/Normal Flame Pattern Fig. 21: Incorrect/Abnormal Flame Pattern with short flames with Control Knob Set with tall flames with Control Knob Set to High to High Flame (Blue Flame) Flame (Blue Flame) The upper third of flame may be bright yellow when operated on propane.
  • Page 22 OPERATION VIEWING GLASS BARRIER A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed for the protection of children and other at-risk individuals (see Fig. 25). If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall be replaced with the manufacturer’s barrier for this appliance.

  • Page 23: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. CAUTION: You must keep the control areas, burner, and circulating air passageways of the heater clean. Inspect these areas of the heater before each use. Have the heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: If you smell gas: Shut off gas supply. Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION ODS/pilot lights 1. Control knob is not fully 1. Press in control knob fully but flame goes out pressed in when control knob 2. Control knob is not pressed in long 2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control is released enough knob pressed in 30-60 seconds...
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION White powder residue 1. When heated, the vapors 1. Turn heater off when using forming within burner box from furniture polish, wax, furniture polish, wax, carpet or on adjacent walls or carpet cleaners, etc., turn into cleaner or similar furniture white powder residue...

  • Page 27: Replacement Parts List

    REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, contact customer service at 519-442-4848 or email service@signitepro.com WARNING: Only use genuine replacement parts from the manufacturer SignitePro Inc. Using any parts other than the original replacement parts may result in property damage, personal injury or even death.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    WARRANTY REGISTRATION IMPORTANT: We urge you to file your warranty registration within fourteen (14) days of date of purchase. Register your warranty on the internet at www.SignitePro.com or through your local distributor. Application Questions? Missing Parts? Before returning appliance to retailer, please contact customer service department between 9am EST - 3pm EST @ (519) - 442-4848 email us at: service@signitepro.com...

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