Thermablaster WDFT060 User Instructions

Thermablaster WDFT060 User Instructions

Vent-free gas wall heater

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WARNING:
This appliance is equipped for
(Natural and/or Propane) gas. Field
conversion is not permitted other than
between natural or propane gases in dual
fuel models only.
CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) 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
section on page
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 propane or natural gas.
This appliance is equipped with a simple means to switch between
propane and natural gas in dual fuel models only. Field conversion by
any other means including the use of a kit is not permitted.
Conforms to ANSI Z21.11-2b-2013. Gas-Fired Room Heater Volume II, Unvented Room Heater
8
of this manual.
Warranty is void if not professionally installed.
Vent-Free Gas Wall Heater
MODEL:
WNT060/100/320-VF (NATURAL GAS)
WLT060/100/320-VF (PROPANE GAS)
1
WDFT060/100/320-VF (DUAL FUEL)
Reecon North America
1090 Freeport Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
nd
2
Floor

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  • Page 1 This appliance is equipped for Vent-Free Gas Wall Heater (Natural and/or Propane) gas. Field conversion is not permitted other than MODEL: WDFT060/100/320-VF (DUAL FUEL) between natural or propane gases in dual WNT060/100/320-VF (NATURAL GAS) fuel models only. WLT060/100/320-VF (PROPANE GAS)
  • Page 2: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model WDFT060-VF WDFT100-VF WDFT320-VF 6000 10000 32000 BTU(available) Gas type Using natural gas Using natural gas Using natural gas Press regulator setting 4 in w.c. 4 in w.c. 4 in w.c. Inlet gas pressure(inches of water) for purpose of input adjustment Maximum 7 in w.c.
  • Page 3 Model WNT060-VF WNT100-VF WNT320-VF 6000 10000 32000 BTU(available) Gas type natural gas natural gas natural gas Press regulator setting 4 in w.c. 4 in w.c. 4 in w.c. Inlet gas pressure(inches of water) for purpose of input adjustment Maximum 7 in w.c. 7 in w.c.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this heater. Improper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning. Only a qualified installer, service agent, or local gas supplier may install and service this product.
  • Page 5: Qualified Installing Agency

    CAUTION: Two gas line installations at the same time are prohibited. The access plate to the simple switching means on the dual fuel models shall not be opened while the heater is in operation. 1. This heater shall not be installed in a room or space unless the required volume of indoor combustion air is provided by the method described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the International Fuel Gas Code, or applicable local codes.
  • Page 6: Product Features

    accessories, repair and service the heater. The term “qualified agency” means any individual, firm, corporation, or company that either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for: a.) Installing, testing, or replacing gas piping or b.) Connecting, installing, testing, repairing, or servicing equipment;...
  • Page 7: Water Vapor: A By-Product Of Unvented Room Heaters

    UNPACKING 1. Remove heater from carton. 2. Remove all protective packaging applied to heater for shipping 3. Check heater for any shipping damage. If heater is damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought heater. 4. WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion.
  • Page 8: Determining Fresh-Air Flow For Heater Location

    Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation. However, in buildings of unusually tight construction, you must provide additional fresh air. Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where: a) Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm (6×10-11kg per pa-sec-m ) or less with openings gasket or sealed and...
  • Page 9 4. Compare the maximum BTU/hr the space can support with the actual amount of BTU/hr used BTU/hr (maximum the space can support) BTU/hr (actual amount of BTU/hr used) Example : 51,200 BTU/hr (maximum the space can support) 56,000 BTU/hr (actual amount of BTU/hr used) The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual BTU/hr used is more than the maximum BTU/hr the space can support.
  • Page 10: Installation

    Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must provide two permanent openings: one within 12 inches of the ceiling and one within 12 inches of the floor. Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors. These spaces include attics and crawl spaces.
  • Page 11: Locating Heater

    Check Gas Type Be sure your gas supply is right for your heater. Otherwise, call dealer where you bought the heater from for proper type heater. Clearances to Combustibles Carefully follow the instructions below. This heater is a freestanding unit designed to be mounted on a wall. WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances shown in Figure 4.
  • Page 12: Connecting To Gas Supply

    8. CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: A qualified service technician must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. WARNING: This appliance requires a 3/8-inch NPT (National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the pressure regulator. WARNING: Never connect heater to private (non-utility) gas wells. This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas.
  • Page 13 CAUTION: Two gas lines installation at the same time is forbidden. Do not the open cover while the heater is running. Heater is pre-set at factory for propane gas; no changes are required for connecting to propane. Only a qualified installer or service technician can perform gas selection and connecting to natural gas supply.
  • Page 14 After gas conversion, make sure to replace knob lock and the screw. 8) Reverse steps 1 through 7 to convert back to LP gas if needed. For changing from natural gas supply to propane supply: For PROPANE GAS, turn knob clockwise until the knob locks into the PROPANE position (see Figure 9).
  • Page 15: Checking Gas Connections

    CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing 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 16: Operation

    9. OPERATION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. 1) When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. 2) BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around the appliance area for gas.
  • Page 17 Follow gas supplier’s instructions. If you can’t reach the gas supplier, call the fire department. Only when you make sure there is no gas leakage, go to the next step. Heater Models: WDFT060/100-VF WNT060/100-VF WLT060/100-VF...
  • Page 18: Inspecting Burner

    Heater Models: WDFT320-VF WNT320-VF WLT320-VF Igniter button Temperature/Pilot Control button Figure11 1. Turn the appliance combination control valve button to the “Pilot” position. 2. Push down the appliance combination control valve button and keep it depressed for several seconds, so that all the air in the manifolds are clear. 3.
  • Page 19: Care And Maintenance

    10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner, and circulating air passageways of the heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use. Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service technician.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    11. TROUBLE SHOOTING WARNING: If you smell gas: 1) Open the window and door immediately. 2) Shut off gas supply. 3) Do not try to light any appliance. 4) Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. 5) Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
  • Page 21 Delayed ignition of 1. Manifold pressure is too low. 1. Contact local gas supplier. burner(s). 2. Burner orifice is clogged. 2. Clean burner (see Care and Maintenance, page 15) or replace burner orifice. Burner backfiring 1. Burner orifice is clogged or 1.
  • Page 22 2. Locate and correct all leaks (see at top of page 16. “Checking Gas Connections”, page 11). Moisture/condensation 1. Not enough combustion/ventilation 1. Refer to "Air for Combustion and noticed on windows. air. Ventilation” requirements, page 6. ILLUSTRATED PARTS (Models: WDFT060-VF)
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST (Model: WDFT060-VF) Code Description Code Description Body cover Copper bush Scatter panel Thermostat connecting nut Appliance regulator bracket Thermostat Gas elbow Gas selector Appliance regulator Plastic seat Shell Gas selector nut Appliance regulator connecter 1 Gas selector bracket...
  • Page 24 ILLUSTRATED PARTS (Model: WDFT100-VF)
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST (Model: WDFT100-VF) Code Description Code Description Body cover Copper bush Scatter panel Thermostat connecting nut Appliance regulator bracket Thermostat Gas elbow Gas selector Appliance regulator Plastic seat Shell Gas selector nut Appliance regulator connecter 1 Gas selector bracket Appliance regulator connecter 2 Thermostat plastic seat Igniter fixing nut...
  • Page 26 ILLUSTRATED PARTS (Model: WDFT320-VF)
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST (Model: WDFT320-VF) Code Description Code Description Body cover Combination control valve Scatter panel Connecter Shell Gas pipe nut Front insulation board Right insulation board Rear insulation board Igniter Left insulation board Igniter seat Over-heat cut-off Igniter fixing nut Rear cover Appliance regulator bracket Installation bracket...
  • Page 28 ILLUSTRATED PARTS (Models: WNT060-VF/WLT060-VF)
  • Page 29 Part List (Models: WNT060-VF/WLT060-VF) Code Description Code Description Body cover Gas pipe nut Scatter panel Gas safety valve Appliance regulator bracket Copper bush Gas elbow Thermostat connecting nut NG Appliance regulator Thermostat (WNT060-VF) LPG Appliance regulator Gas valve seat (WLT060-VF) Shell Thermostat seat Appliance regulator connecter 1...
  • Page 30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS (Models: WNT100-VF/WLT100-VF)
  • Page 31 Part List (Models: WNT100-VF/WLT100-VF) Code Description Code Description Body cover Gas pipe nut Scatter panel Gas safety valve Appliance regulator bracket Copper bush Gas elbow Thermostat connecting nut NG Appliance regulator Thermostat (WNT060-VF) LPG Appliance regulator Gas valve seat (WLT060-VF) Shell Thermostat seat Appliance regulator connecter 1...
  • Page 32 ILLUSTRATED PARTS (Models: WNT320-VF/WLT320-VF)
  • Page 33 Part List (Models: WNT100-VF/WLT100-VF) Code Description Code Description Body cover Valve bracket Scatter panel Combination control valve Shell Connecter Front insulation board Gas pipe nut Rear insulation board Right insulation board Left insulation board Igniter Rear cover board Igniter seat Installation bracket Igniter fixing nut Fixing racket...
  • Page 34 Annual Service Schedule Service Performed Service Date Please send in the form below to our office listed below or register online at www.thermablaster.com Reecon North America Attn: Thermablaster 1090 Freeport Road Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15238 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Contact Information Product Information...

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