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PORTABLE
FORCED
AIR HEATER
OWNER'S MANUAL
150 SIDE FRONT HANDLE
PFA/PV 007
Heater Size: 165,000 Btu/Hr
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.

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  • Page 1 PORTABLE FORCED AIR HEATER OWNER’S MANUAL 150 SIDE FRONT HANDLE PFA/PV 007 Heater Size: 165,000 Btu/Hr 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Safety Information ..............3 Product Identification ..............4 Unpacking .................. 4 Assembly ..................5 Theory of Operation ..............6 Fuels ................... 7 Ventilation .................. 7 Operation ..................8 Storing, Transporting, or Shipping..........9 Preventative Maintenance Schedule .......... 9 Troubleshooting ................

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY WARNINGS (Continued) INFORMATION • Use only kerosene or No. 1 fuel oil to avoid risk of fire or explosion. Never use gasoline, naphtha, paint thinners, alcohol, or other highly flammable fuels. Continued • Fueling a) Personnel involved with fueling shall be qualified and thoroughly familiar with the manufacturer's instructions and applicable federal, state, and local regula- tions regarding the safe fueling of heating units.

  • Page 4: Product Identification

    Hot Air PRODUCT Outlet IDENTIFICATION Upper Shell Lower Fan Guard Shell Fuel Cap Fuel Tank Side Cover Flame-Out Power Cord Control Reset Button Figure 1 - 165,000 Btu/Hr Model UNPACKING 1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. 2.

  • Page 5: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY This model is furnished with wheels and a front handle. Wheels, handle, and the mounting hardware are found in the shipping carton. Tools Needed • Medium Phillips Screwdriver • 3/8" Open or Adjustable Wrench • Hammer 1. Slide axle through wheel support frame. Install wheels on axle. IMPORTANT: When installing wheels, point extended hub of wheels toward wheel support frame (see Figure 2).

  • Page 6: Theory Of Operation

    THEORY OF The Fuel System: The air pump forces air through the air line. The air is then pushed through the burner head nozzle. This air causes fuel to lift from the tank. OPERATION A fine mist of fuel is sprayed into the combustion chamber. The Air System: The motor turns the fan.

  • Page 7: Fuels

    FUELS WARNING Use only kerosene or No. 1 fuel oil to avoid risk of fire or explosion. Never use gasoline, naphtha, paint thinners, alcohol, or other highly flammable fuels. Do not use heavy fuels such as No. 2 fuel oil or No. 2 Diesel. Using heavy fuels will result in: •...

  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION WARNING Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Information Section. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. To Start Heater 1. Follow all ventilation and safety information. 2. Fill fuel tank with kerosene or No. 1 fuel oil. 3.

  • Page 9: Storing, Transporting, Or Shipping

    STORING, Note: If shipping, transport companies require fuel tanks to be empty. 1. Drain fuel tank. TRANSPORTING, Note: Some models have drain plug on underside of fuel tank. If so, remove drain plug to drain all fuel. If heater does not have drain plug, drain fuel OR SHIPPING through fuel cap opening.

  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE- WARNING SHOOTING Never service heater while it is plugged in, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur. OBSERVED FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Wrong pump pressure See Pump Pressure Heater ignites, but Adjustment, page 12. flame-out control shuts off heater after Dirty air output, air intake See Air Output, Air Intake...

  • Page 11: Service Procedures

    SERVICE WARNING PROCEDURES Never service heater while it is plugged in, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur. Upper Shell Removal 1. Remove screws along each side of heater using 5/16" nut- Upper Shell driver. These screws attach upper and lower shells together.

  • Page 12: Pump Pressure Adjustment

    Relief Pump Pressure Valve Adjustment Pressure Pressure 1. Remove pressure gauge plug Gauge Gauge from filter end cover. Plug 2. Install accessory pressure gauge (part number HA1180). 3. Start heater (see Operation, page 8). Allow motor to reach full speed. 4.

  • Page 13: Nozzle

    Burner Head Nozzle Spark Plug Combustion 1. Remove upper shell (see page 11). Wire Chamber 2. Remove fan (see page 11). 3. Remove fuel and air line hoses from burner head. 4. Remove spark plug wire from Screw spark plug. Spark 5.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    Gap Adjusting Screw 7. Check for debris in pump. If debris is found, blow out with compressed air. .003"/.004" Gap 8. Install insert and rotor. Measured With Blade Feeler Gauge 9. Check gap on rotor. Adjust to .003"/.004" if needed (see Figure 16).

  • Page 15: Technical Service

    Usually, we will ask you to return the defective part to the factory. Parts Not Under Warranty Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call DESA International’s Parts Dept. at 1-800-972-7879 for information. When calling DESA International, have ready • model number of your heater •...

  • Page 16: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN 165,000 Btu/Hr BURNER HEAD ASSEMBLY BURNER HEAD RC70 & 100B PFA/P 016 and RC 100B and SEARS 70 & 100 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-17 10-8 10-16 10-15 10-9 10-13 10-10 10-14 10-11 10-13 MOTOR PACKAGE ASSEMBLY 10-12 101911...
  • Page 17 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, be sure to provide the correct model and serial numbers (from the model plate), 165,000 Btu/Hr then the part number and description of the desired part. PART PART NUMBER...
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  • Page 20: Warranty And Repair Service

    (6) months from the date of first A defect may be caused by faulty materials or workman- purchase when operated and maintained in accordance ship. If so, DESA International will repair or replace the with instructions. This warranty is extended only to the heater without charge.

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