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COZY BFT101 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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TYPE GAS
NATURAL GAS
PROPANE GAS
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable 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 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. See Pg. 4 & 5.
This unit is not approved for installation in greenhouses,or environments involving dusty, wet,
corrosive, or explosive conditions. Such conditions will invalidate the warranty and may create
unsafe conditions.
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.
VENT FREE HEATERS
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
P/N 88950 / FEBRUARY 04
MODEL NUMBERS
BFT101
BFT201
BFT102
BFT202
BLUE FLAME
BFT301
BFT302
INSTALLER: Leave this manual
with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this
manual for future reference.
INSTALLER MUST SHOW
HOMEOWNER PROPER
LIGHTING AND OPERATION
OF HEATER. HAVE THEM
COMPLETE AND RETURN
THE WARRANTY CARD.

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  • Page 1 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MODEL NUMBERS TYPE GAS NATURAL GAS BFT101 PROPANE GAS BFT102 WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other flam- mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided with this appliance. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

  • Page 3: Operation

    Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the heater. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater. INTRODUCTION – CONT’D. OPERATION ROOM HEATER SPECIFICATIONS BFT101 BFT201 BFT102 BFT202 T-Stat Bulb T-Stat Bulb 22-1/2”...

  • Page 4: Fresh Air For Combustion Venti

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding, material, etc.

  • Page 5: Installation

    FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION, VENTILATION AND HEAT DISTRIBUTION - CONT’D. STEP 4. Compare the total Btu the area can support (from Step 2) to the total Btu in the area the heater will be installed (from Step 3). If the total from Step 2 is larger this is considered an unconfined space, if Btu total from Step 3 is larger this is considered a confined space and provisions must be made for additional combustion and ventilation air.

  • Page 6: Clearances

    Protect heater from wind, high traffic areas, and drafts (such as doorways, locations that get direct air from a ceiling fan, etc.) as this will cause nuisance pilot outage. All models may be wall mounted using the factory supplied (standard) wall mounting bracket. Additionally all models may be installed freestanding, by adding the optional VF-FSK Floor Stand Kit and using an approved, fire resistant floor mat (available from factory).
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  • Page 8: Propane Gas

    TABLE 1 – first stage pipe sizing 10 PSIG Inlet with a 1 PSIG Pressure Drop Maximum capacity of pipe or tubing, in thousands of BTU/hr. of L.P. Gas Size of Pipe Or Copper Tubing, Inches Copper ½ 1387 Tubing 2360 1622 (O.D.)

  • Page 9: Wall Mount

    INSTALLING HEATER WALL MOUNT (BFT10) STEP 1. Remove wall mounting bracket from back of heater. STEP 2. Locate wall stud. STEP 3. Attach wall mounting bracket to wall stud with top at desired height, using (2) screws provided. Make sure top of bracket is level. See Figure 3. STEP 4.

  • Page 10: Gas Connection

    This appliance is orificed at the factory for elevations up to 2,000 ft. If installed above 2,000 ft. the BTU input must be reduced 4% per 1,000 ft. See the following orifice chart for the proper orifice for a specific elevation. Model No. 0 to 2,000’ BFT101 1.55 mm BFT201 BFT301 BFT102 BFT202...

  • Page 11: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    BFT101, BFT201, BFT301 - NATURAL GAS / BFT102, BFT202, BFT302 - L.P. GAS 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.

  • Page 12: Proper Operation

    The pilot pressure has been pre-set at the factory and with proper supply pressure will provide a safe, CORRECT FIGURE 7 All orificing and pressure setting was done at the factory and, with correct supply pressure will provide a safe, efficient source of heat.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    The entire heater should be checked and cleaned by a qualified service person before the start of each heating season. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint conditions from carpeting, bedding material, etc. To clean the cabinet and hearth and jamb assemblies of your heater, turn off and allow to cool, then wipe with a soft damp cloth.

  • Page 14: Blower Instructions

    INSTALLING THE VFB BLOWER (BFT201 / BFT202, BFT301 / BFT302 MODELS ONLY) STEP 1. Remove blower assembly from shipping carton. STEP 2. Insert blower assembly into upper back of heater (See Figure 11). STEP 3. Secure blower to heater using three #8 screws (provided) through holes pre-punched in heater back. STEP 4.

  • Page 15: Trouble Shooting Guide

    SYMPTOM No spark at ODS 1. Ignitor wire off ODS or Piezo. 2. Ignitor wire shorting out on casing. 3. Defective piezo ignitor. 4. Wrong gap from electrode. Spark but no ignition 1. No gas to heater. at ODS 2. Air in gas line. 3.

  • Page 16: Parts List

    MODEL INCLUDED: NAT. GAS L.P. GAS BFT101 BFT102 BFT201 BFT202 BFT301 BFT302 Mr. Contractor, we only sell parts through our wholesalers, but the prices listed are for your convenience. For prompt parts service, contact the wholesaler from which you purchased your Cozy heater. NOTE: parts & schematic drawings on current models are shown at www.cozyheaters.com.
  • Page 17 For prompt parts service, contact the wholesaler from which you purchased your Cozy heater. NOTE: parts & schematic drawings on current models are shown at www.cozyheaters.com. BFT101 L.P. BFT102 REF. PART LIST...
  • Page 18 IMPORTANT SAFETY BULLETIN ON YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW CAN HURT YOU. Your pilot light system has been designed for safe and reliable operation. Although safety mechanisms are built-in, the potential for hazard exists. This information is intended to help you avoid these hazards. YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT SYSTEM Your gas control and pilot light system has a...

  • Page 19: Warranty

    The Louisville Tin & Stove Co. warrants to the original user the accompanying product for the period specified herein, provided said product is installed, operated, maintained, serviced, and used according to the instructions and specifications accompanying the product. AS OUTLINED IN OUR INSTRUCTIONS, ANY WARRANTY CONSIDERATIONS ARE CONTINGENT INSTALLATION...

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