Desa owner's manual propane construction heater (36 pages)
Summary of Contents for Desa RCP80V
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PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER OWNER’S MANUAL Models: TC80V and RCP80V 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...
80,000 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.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Shell Thermocouple Ignitor Electrode Burner Tube Piezo Ignitor Button Valve Inlet Hose/Regulator Assembly Figure 1 - Product Identification THEORY OF OPERATION The Fuel System: The hose/regulator assembly attaches to the propane gas sup- ply. This provides fuel to the heater. The Ignition System: The piezo ignitor lights main burner.
80,000 BTU/HR PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER 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.
OPERATION Continued FLAME PATTERNS Figure 5 shows a correct flame pattern. The burner flame is mostly blue with a slight yellow coloring on the ends. Figure 6 shows an incorrect flame pattern. The flame is mostly yellow. The incorrect flame pattern results from low gas pressure or from flashback.
80,000 BTU/HR PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, call DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-5190 or visit our website at www.desatech.com. SYMPTOM Burner fails to light Burner lights but goes out when automatic control valve button is released...
Parts Central (listed in the separate Authorized Service Center booklet) or call DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
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.