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Desa REM10PT Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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REM10PT
10,000 Btu/Hr
Thermostatically-
Controlled Heater
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• 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 in-
structions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes. (Permanent gas supply installation only.)
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.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
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BLUE FLAME VENT-FREE
PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER
®
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For as-
sistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-
gen) from the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for ad-
equate combustion and ventila-
tion air must be provided. Refer
to Air for Combustion and Venti-
lation section on page 4 of this
manual.

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  • Page 1 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com REM10PT 10,000 Btu/Hr Thermostatically- Controlled Heater WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ... 2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ... 3 UNPACKING ... 3 LOCAL CODES ... 4 PRODUCT FEATURES ... 4 PROPANE/LP SUPPLY ... 4 INSTALLATION ... 4 OPERATING HEATER ... 9 INSPECTING BURNER ... 11 STORAGE ...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Continued Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to operating the heater. Keep the appliance area clear and free from combus- tible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Install and use heater with care. Follow all local ordinances and codes.

  • Page 4: Local Codes

    LOCAL CODES PRODUCT FEATURES PROPANE/LP SUPPLY INSTALLATION Check Gas Type Locating Heater LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
  • Page 5 INSTALLATION Continued THERMOSTAT SENSING BULB The thermostat sensing bulb is located inside the heater. Do not move this bulb during installation or operation of the heater. INSTALLING HEATER TO WALL Marking Screw Locations Determine where you will locate heater. WARNING: Maintain minimum clearances shown in Figure 3.
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION Installing Heater To Wall (Cont.) Connecting to Portable Cylinder Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued Installing Bottom Mounting Screw Locate bottom mounting hole. This hole is near bottom on back panel of heater (see Figure 9). Mark screw location on wall. Remove heater from wall.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO PERMANENT GAS SUPPLY WARNING: This appliance requires a 3/8" NPT (National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the pres- sure regulator. WARNING: A qualified service person must con- nect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: Never connect heater directly to the propane/LP supply.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION Connecting To Permanent Gas Supply (Cont.) Checking Gas Connections For Permanent Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO PERMANENT GAS SUPPLY (CONTINUED) Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 13. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning. Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze.

  • Page 9: Operating Heater

    INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS FOR PERMANENT GAS SUPPLY (CONTINUED) Check all joints from supply tank to equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 15). Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once. Pressure Testing Heater Gas Connections Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 14, page 8).

  • Page 10: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance

    OPERATING HEATER Lighting Instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Thermostat Control Operation Manual Lighting Procedure OPERATING HEATER Continued With control knob pressed in, push down and release igni- tor button. This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front of burner.

  • Page 11: Inspecting Burner

    INSPECTING BURNER Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 18 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 19 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple. This will cause the thermocouple to cool.

  • Page 12: For More Information, Visit Www.desatech.com For More Information, Visit Www.desatech.com

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ODS/Pilot and Burner Cleaning Burner Pilot Air Inlet Cabinet CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner, and circulating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use. Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at ODS/pilot but no ignition ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com...
  • Page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of burner Burner backfiring during combustion Yellow flame during burner combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com POSSIBLE CAUSE...
  • Page 15 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued 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 16: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REM10PT ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REM10PT For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com PILOT 110373-01A...

  • Page 17: Parts List

    PARTS LIST REM10PT This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 18 of this manual. ** Not a field replacable part. For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com...

  • Page 18: Specifications

    SERVICE PUBLICATIONS You can purchase a service manual from the address listed on the back page of this manual. Send a check for $5.00 payable to DESA International. For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com ACCESSORIES Purchase this heater accessory from your local dealer.

  • Page 19: Owner's Registration Form

    City: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA International: If you bought this product yourself, did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store? Who selected the product?
  • Page 20 Postage Required 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 110373-01A TAPE...
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  • Page 22: Limited Warranty

    DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.

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