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BLUE FLAME VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FB-10BA,
FBS-10BB,
and FB-60BA
10,000 and 6,000 Btu/Hr
Thermostat and
Non-Thermostat Models
WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal in-
jury, 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 instructions.
• 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, manufac-
tured (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,
service, or maintenance can
cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual for
correct installation and opera-
tional procedures. For assis-
tance or additional informa-
tion consult a qualified in-
staller, 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 ad-
equate combustion and venti-
lation air must be provided.
Refer to Air For Combustion
and Ventilation on page 4 of
this manual.
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- Page 1 BLUE FLAME VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FB-10BA, FBS-10BB, and FB-60BA 10,000 and 6,000 Btu/Hr Thermostat and Non-Thermostat Models WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal in- jury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Safety Information
11. Operating heater above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage. 12. To prevent performance problems, do not use propane/LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs. capacity. 13. Do not install models FB-10BA and FBS-10BB in a bathroom. 105565... -
Page 3: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Front Panel Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane/LP Gas Heater (Model FB-10BA Shown) LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*. -
Page 4: Fresh Air For Combustion And Ventilation
PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER FRESH 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 3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space. Vent-free heater ______________ Btu/Hr Gas water heater* ______________ Btu/Hr Gas furnace ______________ Btu/Hr Vented gas heater ______________ Btu/Hr Gas fireplace logs ______________ Btu/Hr Other gas appliances* + ______________ Btu/Hr Total ______________ Btu/Hr * Do not include direct-vent gas appliances.
- Page 6 PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER FRESH 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"...
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Page 7: Locating Heater
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 PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER INSTALLATION Continued Removing Front Panel Of Heater 1. Remove two screws near bottom cor- ners of front panel. 2. Lift straight up on grill guard until it stops. Grill guard will slide up about 1/4". 3. Pull bottom of front panel forward, then down.
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Page 9: Connecting To Gas Supply
INSTALLATION Continued If installing bottom mounting screw into hollow or solid wall, install wall anchor. Follow steps 1 through 4 under Attach- ing To Wall Anchor Method, page 8. If installing bottom mounting screw into wall stud, drill holes at marked loca- tions using 9/64"... -
Page 10: Checking Gas Connections
PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas pip- ing and connections for leaks after installation or servicing. Correct 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 11: Operating Heater
. Release downward pressure C-clockwise on control knob while turning. Model FB-10BA: Set control knob to desired heating position. Note: Both HIGH and LOW are locked posi- tions. You must press in control knob before turning it from these positions. - Page 12 PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER OPERATING HEATER Continued THERMOSTAT MODEL FBS-10BB FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not fol- low these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Page 13: Inspecting Burner
Appliance, page 11 for non-thermostat models or page 12 for thermostat model) • see Troubleshooting, pages 14 through 16 1/2 GLASS HEIGHT Models FB-10BA and FBS-10BB (Model FB-60BA will be lower due to lower input rating) Figure 23 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
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, there is no spark at ODS/pilot... - Page 15 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 Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off White powder residue forming within the...
- Page 16 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
Carton Weight (pounds) Heater Shipping TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Techni- cal Service Department at 1-800-323-5190. You can also visit DESA International’s technical service site www.desatech.com. 105565... -
Page 18: Replacement Parts
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealer from whom you purchased this product. If they cannot sup- ply original replacement part(s), either con- tact your nearest Parts Central or call DESA International’s Technical Service Depart- ment at 1-800-323-5190 for referral infor- mation. -
Page 19: Parts Centrals
PARTS CENTRALS These Parts Centrals are privately owned businesses. They have agreed to support our customer's needs by providing original replacement parts and accessories. Baltimore Electric 1348 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT 06514-0322 1-800-397-7553 203-248-7553 Parts Department Portable Heater Parts 342 N. County Rd. 400 East Valparaiso, IN 46383-9704 All States 219-462-7441... -
Page 20: Illustrated Parts List
PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FB-10BA 28-1 28-2 ODS Pilot Assembly 105565... -
Page 21: Parts List
PARTS LIST FB-10BA 28-1 28-2 105565 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. PART NO. FB-10BA DESCRIPTION L98409-05 Cabinet Assembly L98006-03 Front Panel Assembly... - Page 22 PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FB-60BA 25-1 25-2 ODS Pilot Assembly 105565...
- Page 23 PARTS LIST FB-60BA 25-1 25-2 105565 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. PART NO. FB-60BA DESCRIPTION L98409-05 Cabinet Assembly L98006-03 Front Panel Assembly L98410-08 Reflector Unit L98501-03...
- Page 24 PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FBS-10BB 27-1 27-2 ODS Pilot Assembly 105565...
- Page 25 PARTS LIST FBS-10BB 27-1 27-2 105565 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. PART NO. FBS-10BA DESCRIPTION L98409-06 Cabinet Assembly L98006-03 Front Panel Assembly L98410-08 Reflector Unit L98501-03...
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Page 26: Warranty Information
GLO-WARM VENT-FREE RESIDENTIAL GAS HEATERS 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.