GHP Group RA18LPDG User's Manual And Operating Instructions

GHP Group RA18LPDG User's Manual And Operating Instructions

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PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER
USER'S MANUAL AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
RA18LPDGP, RA18LPA, RA18LPB, and RA18LPC
ANS Z83.7-2011 CSA 2.14-2011
Adequate ventilation must be provided.
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.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: Fuels
used in gas or oil fired appliances and
the products of combustion of such fuels,
contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. This product
contains chemicals, including lead and
lead compounds, known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 877-447-4768 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 pm CST, Monday – Friday
MODEL # RA18LPDG, RA18LPDGD, RA18LPL
C
US
GHP Group, Inc.
6440 W Howard St
Niles, IL 60714-3302
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
or email us at customerservice@ghpgroupinc.com
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 THE HAZARDS OF
FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN. ASPHYXIATION,
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, 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 INSTRUCTION
MANUAL, LABELS, ETCETERA, CONTACT THE
MANUFACTURER.
Printed in China
IMC18DG - GAX

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  • Page 1 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER USER’S MANUAL AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODEL # RA18LPDG, RA18LPDGD, RA18LPL RA18LPDGP, RA18LPA, RA18LPB, and RA18LPC ANS Z83.7-2011 CSA 2.14-2011 Adequate ventilation must be provided. GHP Group, Inc. 6440 W Howard St Niles, IL 60714-3302 IMPORTANT: READ AND UNDERSTAND...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER TABLE OF CONTENTS General Safety Information ................3 - 4 Specifications ......................Product Features ..................... Unpacking and Assembly .................... Propane Supply ......................Connecting Heater to Gas Supply ................Propane Safety ......................Checking For Leaks ....................Lighting & Shutdown Instructions ............... 10 – 11 Storage of Heater ......................
  • Page 3: General Safety Information

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Radiant Propane Construction Heaters The heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater under ANS Z83.7 CSA 2.14. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL It is hard to anticipate every use which may be made of this heater. FIRE SAFETY AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS.
  • Page 4 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Accidents are always tragic especially because so many of them could have been prevented with little care and judgment. There are some basic good practices, we hope you will follow for safe use of your heater. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER SPECIFICATIONS Vent Free Radiant Heater - Propane Vapor Only Fuel Type ....................... Propane Vapor Only Ignition Type ...................... Piezo Electric/ODS Pilot Min Operating Temperature ....................0 ° F (-18 ° C) Clearances to Combustibles ....Front: 3’ (92cm), Top: 2’ (60cm), Sides: and Rear: 1’ (30cm), Floor: Combustible, not for use on finished floors.
  • Page 6: Unpacking And Assembly

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER CONTENTS 1. Unit 2. Rear Guard 3. Manual 4. Hardware Kit Includes: M8 Flat Washers(4) Locking Casters(2) Non Locking Casters(2) 14 mm Wrench(1) Estimated Assembly Time: Tools Required: 10 Minutes 14 mm Wrench (Included) UNPACKING THE HEATER 1.
  • Page 7: Propane Supply

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER PROPANE SUPPLY You must provide the propane gas and cylinder(s). Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system. Refer to Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58. Your local library or fire department will have this booklet. •...
  • Page 8: Connecting Heater To Gas Supply

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY UNPACKING THE HEATER IMPORTANT! ALWAYS USE A PROPANE (LP) CYLINDER THAT HAS A CONNECTION DEVICE THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE HOSE AND REGULATOR ASSEMBLY SUPPLIED. CAUTION THE PROPANE (LP) GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR AND HOSE ASSEMBLY SUPPLIED WITH THE HEATER MUST BE USED WITHOUT ALTERATION.
  • Page 9: Propane Safety

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER PROPANE SAFETY Propane is safe to use when properly handled. Careless handling of the Propane gas tank could result in fire and/or an explosion. Therefore: • Always keep tank/cylinder securely fastened in an upright position. • Avoid tipping tank on its side when connected to a regulator since this may cause damage to diaphragm in regulator.
  • Page 10: Lighting & Shutdown Instructions

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read and head warnings and cautions on the side of the heater. 2. Check that the gas supply to the heater is on. 3. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF ( ) position.
  • Page 11: Storage Of Heater

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS 1. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF ( ) position. Do not force. (A) 2. Turn gas supply off by turning propane tank valve clockwise to close. Turning burner only OFF (pilot stays lit). Turn control knob clockwise to PILOT ( ) position.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER MAINTENANCE Repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive debris. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the heater be kept clean.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause What To Do 1. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong. 1. Reposition ignitor electrode. 2. Ignitor electrode broken. 2. Replace electrode. When ignitor is depressed there is no spark 3. Ignitor cable pinched or broken. 3.
  • Page 14 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Problem Possible Cause What To Do 1. Gas leaks. Refer to front of page Gas odor even when control knob is 1. Locate and correct leaks immediately. Warnings. in OFF position. 2. Replace gas control 2.
  • Page 15: Replacements Parts List

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST RA18 SERIES Item/Model Number Part No. Item/Model Number Part No. 1. Lower Shield PT-N11B-8 10. Tilt Switch 2. Guard Assembly PT-N11B-3 11. Gas Pipe PT-N11B-7 3. Front Panel PT-N11B-1 12. Regulator & Hose Assembly KR-106-01 (HW-350) 4.
  • Page 16: Exploded Parts Drawing

    PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING 18.Knob 7.Gas Valve 6. Burner Assembly 8. Piezo Ignitor 4. Reflector 9. Knob Base 3. Front Panel 10. Tilt Switch 2. Guard Assembly 11. Gas Pipe 1. Lower Shield 5. ODS Assembly 13. Rear Chassis 17.
  • Page 17: Warranty

    This limited warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser of this Forced Air/Convection/Radiant Heater and warrants against any defect in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of retail sale. GHP Group, Inc., at it’s option, will either provide replacement parts or replace or repair the unit, when properly returned to the retailer where purchased or one of our service centers as directed by GHP Group, Inc., within one (1) year of retail purchase.
  • Page 18 6 0 0 5 3 - 3 2 0 7 Tel: ( 847 ) 324 - 5900 Fax: ( 847 ) 324 - 5901 SAVE THIS CARD! Toll Free (877) GHP Group ( 8 7 7 ) 4 4 7 - 4 7 6 8 www.ghpgroupinc.com Place...

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