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INFRARED VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VP1600E
VP2600E
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.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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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
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
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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.
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
Save this manual for future reference.
®
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Re-
fer to this manual for correct
installation and operational pro-
cedures. For assistance or ad-
ditional information consult a
qualified installer, service
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 adequate
combustion and ventilation air
must be provided. Refer to Air For
Combustion and Ventilation on
page 4 of this manual.
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- Page 1 INFRARED VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL VP1600E VP2600E 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. —...
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Page 2: Safety Information
INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, oper- ate, or service this heater. Im- proper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 3: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Front Panel Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane/LP Gas Heater (Model VP2600E Shown) 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 ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*. -
Page 4: Air For Combustion And Ventilation
INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ven- tilation air. Read the following in- structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appliances in your home. -
Page 5: Determining Fresh-Air Flow For Heater Location
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 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 6: Ventilation Air
INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space. When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space, you must pro- vide two permanent openings: one within 12"... -
Page 7: Check Gas Type
INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your pri- mary heating system. Do not in- stall this heater as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater. - Page 8 18 3/4" Screws Through Last Min. Hole On Each End Floor Model VP2600E 9 1/4" 16" Min. Only Insert Mounting 18 3/4" Screws Through Last Min. Hole On Each End Floor Model VP1600E Figure 7 - Mounting Bracket Clearances 103351...
- Page 9 INSTALLATION Continued Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Note: Wall anchors, mounting screws, and spacers are in hardware package. The hard- ware package is provided with heater. Attaching To Wall Stud Method For attaching mounting bracket to wall studs 1. Drill holes at marked locations using 9/64"...
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Page 10: Connecting To Gas Supply
If pipe is too small, undue loss of pres- sure will occur. Typical Inlet Pipe Diameters VP1600E 3/8" or greater VP2600E 1/2" or greater Installation must include equipment shutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. -
Page 11: Checking Gas Connections
INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas pip- ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Cor- rect all leaks at once. WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. -
Page 12: Lighting Instructions
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7. Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 17 - Pilot Control Knob VP1600E PILOT PILOT PILOT HIGH Figure 18 - Burner Patterns TO SELECT HEATING LEVEL WARNING: When running... -
Page 13: Inspecting Burner
OPERATING HEATER Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater 1. Turn control knob clockwise Clockwise to the OFF position. 2. Turn off all electric power to the ap- pliance if service is to be performed. Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot stays lit) Turn control knob clockwise Clockwise... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed in, there is no spark at ODS/pilot... - Page 15 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released Burner(s) does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of burner(s) Burner backfiring during combustion Burner plaque(s) does not glow Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off White powder residue forming within burner...
- Page 16 INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER 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.
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Page 17: Specifications
If they are unable to supply original replacement part(s), call DESA International’s Technical Service De- partment at 1-800-323-5190 for information. When contacting your dealer or DESA In- ternational, have ready: • your name • your address • model and serial numbers of your heater •... -
Page 18: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
® INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VP1600E 13-1 13-6 13-2 13-10 13-11 13-13 13-3 13-14 13-7 13-5 13-12 13-4 13-8 13-9 ODS/PILOT BURNER ASSEMBLY 103351... -
Page 19: Parts List
PARTS LIST VP1600E 103351 This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 098304-01 Screw, #10 x 3/8" 098742-13 Front Panel... - Page 20 INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VP2600E 13-14 13-15 ODS/PILOT ® 13-9 13-6 13-11 13-4 13-13 BURNER ASSEMBLY 13-1 13-3 13-6 13-5 13-12 13-7 13-10 13-8 13-10 13-2 103351...
- Page 21 PARTS LIST VP2600E 103351 This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 098304-01 Screw, #10 x 3/8" 098742-14 Front Panel 098238-07 Grill Guard 101108-01...
- Page 22 INFRARED PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER ACCESSORIES Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 or write to the address listed on the back page of this manual for referral information.
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Page 24: Warranty Information
VANGUARD VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATERS DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions.