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FORCED AIR HEATERS OWNER’S MANUAL Model BY100ECA 100,000 Btu/Hr 120v/60 Hz Model BY150ECA 150,000 Btu/Hr 120v/60 Hz IMPORTANT Read and understand this manual before assembling, starting, or servicing heater. Improper use of heater can cause serious injury. Keep this manual...
Replacement Part and Accessory ... 14 Illustrated Parts Breakdown ... 16 Wheels and Handle ... 15 Model BY100ECA, 100,000 Btu/Hr ... 16 Model BY150ECA, 150,000 Btu/Hr ... 18 EC Conformity Declaration ... 20 Warranty and Repair Service ... Back Cover WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this Owner’s Manual carefully and completely...
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 102424 WARNINGS • Use only kerosene or No. 1 fuel oil to avoid risk of fire or explosion. Never use gasoline, naphtha, paint thinners, alcohol, or other highly flammable fuels. • Fueling a) Personnel involved with fueling shall be qualified and thoroughly familiar with the manufacturer's instructions and applicable federal, state, and local regula- tions regarding the safe fueling of heating units.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Hot Air Outlet Hot Air Outlet Lower Shell Fuel Cap Side Cover Figure 1 - 100,000 Btu/Hr Model Lower Shell Fuel Cap Side Cover Figure 2 - 150,000 Btu/Hr Model Upper Shell Fan Guard Fuel Tank Power Cord Flame-Out Control Reset Button...
UNPACKING ASSEMBLY 102424 1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. 2. Remove all items from carton. 3. Check items for shipping damage. If heater is damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought heater. These models are furnished with wheels and a front handle. Some models are furnished with a rear handle also.
THEORY OF OPERATION Clean Heated Air Out Fuel Tank FUELS The Fuel System: The air pump forces air through the air line. The air is then pushed through the burner head nozzle. This air causes fuel to lift from the tank. A fine mist of fuel is sprayed into the combustion chamber.
VENTILATION OPERATION 102424 WARNING Follow the minimum fresh, outside air ventilation requirements. If proper fresh, outside air ventilation is not provided, carbon monoxide poisoning can occur. Provide proper fresh, outside air ventilation before running heater. Provide a fresh air opening of at least 2800 square cm (three square feet) for each 100,000 Btu/Hr rating.
To Stop Heater OPERATION 1. Unplug extension cord from outlet. Continued To Restart Heater 1. Wait two minutes after stopping heater. 2. Repeat steps under To Start Heater, page 7. STORING, Note: If shipping, transport companies require fuel tanks to be empty. 1.
TROUBLE- SHOOTING 102424 WARNING Never service heater while it is plugged in, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur. OBSERVED FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE Wrong pump pressure Heater ignites, but flame-out control shuts off heater after Dirty air output, air intake a short period of and lint filters time.
SERVICE PROCEDURES Upper Shell Removal 1. Remove screws along each side of heater using 5/16" nut-driver. These screws attach upper and lower shells together. 2. Lift upper shell off. 3. Remove fan guard. IMPORTANT: Remove fan from motor shaft before removing motor from heater.
Pump Pressure Adjustment 1. Remove pressure gauge plug from filter end cover. 2. Install accessory pressure gauge (part number HA1180). 3. Start heater (see Operation, page 7). Allow motor to reach full speed. 4. Adjust pressure. Turn relief valve to right to increase pressure. Turn relief valve to left to decrease pressure.
Spark Plug 1. Remove upper shell (see page 10). 2. Remove fan (see page 10). 3. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug. 4. Remove spark plug from burner head using 13/16" open-end wrench. 5. Clean and regap spark plug elec- trodes to .075"...
Pump Rotor (Procedure if rotor is binding) 1. Remove upper shell (see page 10). 2. Remove filter end cover screws using 5/16" nut-driver. 3. Remove filter end cover and air filters. 4. Remove pump plate screws using 5/16" nut-driver. 5. Remove pump plate. 6.
SPECIFICATIONS WIRING DIAGRAM REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORY Purchase accessories and parts from your local dealer. Output Rating (Btu/Hr.) Fuel Fuel Tank Capacity (Liters/U.S. Gal.) Fuel Consumption (Liters/Gal. Per Hr.) Electric Requirements Amperage (Normal Run) Hot Air Output (CMM/CFM) Motor RPM Motor HP Approximate Shipping Weight (KG/Pounds) Approximate Heater Weight without Fuel...
PARTS LIST 100,000 Btu/Hr Model BY100ECA PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 098511-138 Upper Shell 100647-01 Screw, #10-16 x 1/2" 098512-31 Combustion Chamber M16660 Photocell Bracket M10908-2 Screw, #6-32 x 3/8" HA3019 Photocell Assembly Burner Head Assembly 100735-06 Nozzle M10659-1 Nozzle Washer M10809-1 Nozzle Spring M8882 Nozzle Sleeve...
2701 Industrial Drive Bowling Green, KY 42101 U.S.A. Kerosene Portable Forced Air Heaters Model Numbers: BY100ECA and BY150ECA It is declared that these models conform to the Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC, including 91/368/EEC, 93/68/EEC. We declare that the models noted are in conformity.
WARRANTY AND REPAIR SERVICE DESA International warrants new Products sold by it to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 360 days after date of delivery to the first user and subject to the following conditions: DESA International’s obligation and liability under this War-...
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