propane construction heater - Allparts Equipment & Accessories
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1. if you don t smell gas go to next step Turn gas supply ON by turning Propane tank valve counterclockwise Push in and turn gas control knob counterclockwise to LOW IGN This will light the burner If needed keep pressing control knob until the burner lights and keep depressing and turning from OFF to LOW IGN on Piezo electric spark models HIGH IGN In case of RMC FA40DG DGD DGP DGP 01 amp RMC FA40 6 Keep the valve knob depressed for at least 30 seconds after lighting the burner After 30 seconds release valve knob BW N 7 If burner does not stay lit repeat the lighting procedure 8 When burner is lit turn gas valve knob counterclockwise to desired setting All models except RMC FA40DG DGD DGP DGP 01 amp RMC FA40 has only one heat setting Page 6 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS Shutoff Heater A WARNING Motor and fan must be running before lighting during operation and at shutdown In order to prevent a flame out condition which could result in personal injury or property damage Turn gas valve knob clockwise to OFF position Turn gas supply OFF by turning Propane tank valve clockwise to close Disconnect the power cord once the heater has cooled to ambient temperature TEST FIRING HEATER Test fire your construction heater following the lighting instructions applicable to the gas control system employed Leak test all gas connections with soap solution Soap bubbles2. DG DGD 12 Illustrated Parts Breakdown RMC FAIOOC L 13 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED RMC FAIO0C L 14 Illustrated Parts Breakdown RMC FA100DGP DGP 01 15 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED RMC FA100DGP DGP 01 16 A WARNING FIRE BURN INHALATION AND EXPLOSION HAZARD KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS PAPER OR CARD BOARD A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUCTIONS NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE SOLVENTS PAINT THINNERS DUST PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 Dyna Glo Propane Forced Air Construction Heaters The heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater under ANSI Z83 7 CSA2 14 It is hard to anticipate every use which may be made of this heater CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products in specific applications Your local authority can advise you about these IMPORTANT Read this user s manual carefully and completely before trying to operate or service this heater Improper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from fire explosion and carbon monoxide poisoning This is a direct fired force
3. explosion fire severe personal injury or death REFILLING THE PROPANE GAS TANK ALL NEW CYLINDERS MUST BE PURGED BEFORE THE FIRST FILLING Turn heater gas valve knob and gas tank valve to OFF position Propane tank valve equipped with the old style fiting has LEFT HANDED THREADS Turn POL fiting CLOCKWISE to loosen Protect POL fitting when disconnected from tank Have tank filled by your local Propane gas supplier Some propane tanks have a bleed off valve This valve should be inspected for leaks after each filling of the tank Turn clockwise to close the valve Fasten full Propane tank and connect POL fitting to tank valve by turning COUNTERCLOCK WISE With heater gas valve knob still in the OFF position turn ON tank valve and check for leaks with soap solution Page 5 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 Propane 15 safe to use when properly handled Careless handling of the Propane gas tank could result In fire and or an explosion Therefore e Always keep tank cylinder securely fastened in an upright position e Avoid tipping tank on its side when connected to a regulator since this may cause damage to diaphragm in regulator Handle valves with care Never connect an unregulated Propane tank to construction heater Do not subject Propane tank to excessive heat Tightly close the gas shutoff valve on the Propane tank after each use The POL fitting must be protected when disconnected from
4. indicate gas leak age DO NOT use a match or flame to test for gas leaks STORAGE Never store a Propane gas tank inside a building or in the vicinity of any gas or oil burning appliance When the Propane tank 15 not disconnected from the construction heater the gas tank and heater must be stored outdoors in a well ventilated area out of the reach of children If for any reason the heater 1s to be stored indoors the tank must be disconnected and stored outdoors a well ventilated area out of reach of children in accordance with the standard for the the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI NFPA 58 CSA 149 1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code The plastic tank valve plug supplied with your tank must be tightly installed when the tank 1s disconnected from the heater MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn unit off allow heater to fully cool and disconnect propane hose before performing Maintenance functions Unplug the unit from the 120V receptacle 2 Keep unit clean and keep the inside of the torpedo housing debris free 3 Have unit checked by a qualified technician at least once a year preferably prior to the heating season TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Check current to electric outlet If voltage 15 cor rect check power cord and extension cord for No electric power to heater P cuts and extension cord for cuts and breaks Fan does not turn Fan b
5. the propane tank e Never store a Propane gas tank inside a building or in the vicinity of any gas burning appliance THE DISCONNECTED TANK MUST NEVER BE STORED IN A BUILDING GARAGE OR ANY OTHER ENCLOSED AREA LEAK CHECKING Check all gas connections with a soap solution to be sure they are tight and leak proof The installation of your heater must meet all local codes and or gas utility requirements or in the absence of local codes with the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI NFPA 58 and the Natural and Propane Installation Code CSA B149 1 The minimum clearances to combustible construction Side 24 Top 36 Front 72 must be maintained at all times The hose assembly should be visually inspected prior to each use of the heater If 1t 1s evident that there is excessive abrasion or wear or the hose is cut it must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer See page 11 for part numbers LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING Motor and fan must be running before lighting during operation and shutdown in order to prevent a flame out condition which could result in personal injury or property damage Connect power cord to a properly grounded three 3 prong 120V 60Hz single phase receptacle Turn gas valve knob clockwise to OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear any gas Then smell for gas
6. 1 877 475 5660 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION USER S INSTRUCTION MANUAL Century 50 50 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR MODELS 100 70 000 100 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR Thermoheat RMC FASOL 50 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR MODELS RMC FA100L 70 000 100 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR Dyna Glo RMC FA40DG DGD 40 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR MODELS RMC FAS0A DG DGD 30 000 50 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR RMC FA100A DG DGD 70 000 100 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR RMC FA150A DG DGD 120 000 150 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR RMC FA40DGP DGP 01 40 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR RMC FASODGP 01 30 000 50 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR MODELS RMC FA100DGP DGP 4 1 70 000 100 000 BTU HR FORCED AIR Dyna Glo Professional C US CSA 2 14a 2007 ANSI Z83 7a 2007 AN GENERAL HAZARD WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE EXPLOSION BURN ASPHYXIATION CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING AND OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR SERVICE THIS HEATER IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HEATER INFORMATION SUCH AS AN INSTRUCTION MANUAL LABELS ETC CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER CONSUMER RETAIN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Questions problems missing parts Before returning to your retailer call our cus
7. 100A DG DGD RMC FA150A DG DGD rozan O 5 _ 3 marvocovrreassvamommess 1 os 308 9 mmwcasv me l 2562 smw 6 20185 A 1 A YO ser E 5002758 amp 5002721 TYO 6E1 LL38 00 500275 amp 5002721 TYO 6E1 LL38 00 REGULATOR amp HOSE ASSY Page 11 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED RMC FA100A DG DGD FA150A DG DGD Page 12 1 877 475 5660 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY NO RMC FA100C L AE SCREW THERMOCOUPLE ASSY 15004742051 SCREW 9 TUBINGASSY ew 8 SS Page 13 1 877 475 5660 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED RMC FA 100C L Page 14 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NO RMC FA100DGP DGP 01 6 1 8 2 8 THERMOCOUPLEASSY 1130 1474425 1 2304885 9 TUBINGASY 1 2996 SCREW 2304938 Page 15 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED RMC FA100DGP DGP 01 Page 16 1 877 475 5660
8. Hz 15 Fan Unload 3550rpm 3570rpm 3580rpm 3580rpm Load 3000rpm 3300rpm 3300rpm 3300rpm Ignition Piezo Manual Spark Continuous Spark Continuous Spark Continuous Spark 25 x 12 8 x 16 Size Lx W x H 18 1 x 8 1 x 15 3 18 1 x 8 1 x 13 3 25 x 9 x 169 25 x 9 x 16 9 25 x 11 6 x 17 3 13 71bs 141bs 21 5lbs 21lbs 20 8lbs Page 2 Electrical Input 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Accidents are always tragic especially because so many of them could have been prevented with little care and judgment There are some basic good practices we hope you will follow for safe use of your heater IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION e Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area e Always maintain proper clearance from combustible materials Minimum clearance from com bustibles Side 24 Top 36 Front 72 Floor noncombustible Heater must be placed on level and stable surface Never place anything including clothes or other flammable items the heater The appliance area shall be kept clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids e Do not modify or operate a heater which has been modified Adequate clearance for accessibility and for combustion 4 ventilation air supply must be main tained at all times when the heater 15 operating e Service and repair should be done by
9. a qualified service person The heater should be inspected before each use and at least annually by a qualified person More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary Do not service while hot or operating Never connect heater to an unregulated gas supply The heater 15 shipped from the factory for LP Propane gas This heater 15 for use with propane gas only do not convert heater to any other gas Installation must conform to local codes or in the absence with the standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI NFPA NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149 1 The minimum and maximum inlet pressures to the regulator from the gas tank are 5 psi and bottle pressure respectively Use only the regulator amp hose assembly provided with the heater Inspect the regulator hose assembly prior to each use of the heater If there 15 excessive abrasion or wear or hose is cut replace with regulator hose assembly listed on the parts list prior to using this heater Gas supply connections should be checked using a 50 50 solution of liquid dish soap and never use a flame to check for gas leaks The electrical connection amp grounding must comply with National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or in Canada CSA C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 Use only a properly grounded three 3 prong receptacle Do not restrict inlet or outlet by any means The flow of combustion and ventilatio
10. d air construction heater for either indoor construction or outdoor use Its intended use is primarily the temporary heating of buildings or structures under construction alteration or repair All the products of combustion generated by the heater are forced through the heater and released into the area being heated This heater operates at approximately 98 combustion efficiency but still produces a small amount of carbon monoxide Humans can tolerate small amounts of carbon monoxide for short periods Carbon monoxide can build up in a heated space and failure to provide adequate ventilation could result in poisoning or death A WARNING Not for use with ductwork SPECIFICATIONS RMC FA40DG DGD DGP DGP 01 RMC FA40 40 000 BTU hr 30 000 BTU hr EES 50 000 BTU hr Type of Gas TypeofGas Gas RMC FA50A C L RMC FAS0DG DGD RMC FAS0DGP 01 Model No Propane 0 Propane Gas Supply Pressures to Regulator Maximum Cylinder Pressure Cylinder Pressure RMC FA100A C L RMC FA100DG DGD DGP DGP 01 70 000 BTU hr 100 000 BTU hr Propane Cylinder Pressure RMC FA150DG DGD RMC FA150A 120 000 BTU hr 150 000 BTU hr Propane Cylinder Pressure Minimum for purpose 117 W C 11 W C 11 W C 11 W C s Olbs hr 1 Albs hr 3 3Ibs hr 5 6lbs hr Gas Consumption 2 21bs hr 4 6lbs hr 7 Olbs hr Manifold Pressure Pressure 120V 60Hz 120V 60Hz 10 120V 60Hz 120V 60Hz 10 120V 60Hz 120V 10 120V 60Hz 120V 60
11. lade contacts inside of heater housing when electrical con Be sure that housing is not damaged Make sure 1 2 1s made 3 Fan blade s bent there are no obstructions to the fan 4 Fan motor defective Straighten blade s to match others Replace motor No spark at ienitor Check ignitor wire Re attach or tighten if loose i Check Spark module Replace if necessary Heater will not fire Improper spark gap Ser a Bad electrode Replace Spark Plug If the heaters output is restricted internal temper ature becomes too high Move heater away from any obstructions Internal temperature too high causing limit switch Heater quits while to shut down operation running Damaged Control Valve Replace Col Vals Dust or debris build up inside of heater alea inside ot Beatet Always be sure to follow proper maintenance procedures by cleaning the heater once per month during regular usage and check spark gap at least once per season Page 7 1 877 475 5660 WIRING DIAGRA MS 1 877 475 5660 CONTINOUS SPARK MODELS 100 150 White CONDENSER H pel 5 PCB EEN IRELAY Multi Receptacle Housing Yellow CONTROL VALVE ek Yellow THERMOCOUPLE THERMAL SWITCH POWER CORD EARTH OUT SHELT SPARK MODULE IGNITOR ES ALT RELAY If any orignal wiring is supplied with the heater must be replaced it must be
12. n air is not to be obstructed Forced air heaters should not be directed toward any propane or gas container within 20 feet of the exit nozzle The heater should also be located at least 6 feet away from any propane gas container regulations in Canada are 10 feet The propane cylinder supply system must be arranged to provide for vapour withdrawal from the operating cylinder A WARNING Motor and fan must be running before lighting during operation and at shutdown in order to prevent a flame out condition which could result in personal injury or property damage PRODUCT FEATURES Portable Stable amp Fully Assembled 100 Safety Shutoff System Wind Resistant amp Rain Protected e Adjustable Input Ratings Continuous Spark Ignition or Piezo Electric Spark Ignition Page 3 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 UNPACKING Remove heater from carton Remove all protective packing applied to heater for shipment Retain cartons and packaging material until unit 15 operated and found in good condition RMC FA100DG DGD DGP DGP 01 amp RMC FA100C L Insert the free ends of the U shaped adjustment leg into the openings on either side of the heater Secure the height adjustment leg by screwing in the two knobs provided into the threaded openings on the sides of the heater 5 Check heater for any shipping damage If heater shows any external or internal damage promptly inform dealer distributor where you purchased hea
13. r that is compatible with the tlon device provided with the hose and regulator 1 Provide propane LP supply system see Propane LP Supply page 4 2 Connect fuel gas fitting hose regulator assembly to propane LP tank s Turn fuel fitting counter clockwise into threads on tank Tighten firmly using a wrench Models RMC FA 100DGP RMC FA 100DGP 01 RMC FA100C and RMC FAIOOL have a hand wheel that can be used to tighten the fitting This hand wheel can be slid off of the nut so that a wrench can also be used to tighten the fitting IMPORTANT Position regulator so that hose leaving the regulator 15 in a hori zontal position see Figure 1 3 Connect hose to heater inlet Tighten firmly using a wrench You must use the regulator supplied with heater 4 Open propane LP supply valve on propane LP tank s slowly NOTE If not opened slowly excess flow device in regulator may stop gas flow If this happens close propane LP supply valve wait one minute or until you hear a click and open again slowly 5 Check all connections for leaks Apply a 50 50 solution of liquid dish soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected 6 Close propane LP supply valve before attempting to repair connection WARNING Purging and filling of LP gas tanks must be performed by personnel who has been thoroughly trained in accepted LP gas industry procedures Failure to follow these instructions may result in
14. ter T UN INFORMATION ON SIZE CAPACITY OF PROPANE GAS CYLINDERS The chart below shows the number and size of propane tanks needed to run this heater Number of Tanks Temperature CF At tank 40 000 50 000 BTU h 100 000 BTU h 150 000 BTU h Above 32 F 1 201 2 1001 2 1001 1 2016 2 100lb 2 10016 Less gas is vaporized at lower temperatures You may need two or more 100 pound tanks or one larger tank in colder weather See the parts list for your model of heater to get the specified regulator assembly The propane LP gas tank must also be equipped with the following e A collar to protect the Propane gas valve e A shutoff valve terminating a Propane gas cylinder valve outlet as specified the American National Standards for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valve Outlets and Inlet Connections A safety relief valve having direct communications with the vapor space of the tank An arrangement of vapor withdrawal The LP sas pressure resulator and hose assembly supplied with this heater must be used without alteration Page 4 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 Regulator Supply Valve Propane LP Tank Hose To 4 Heater Regulator Hose Fitting 9 Figure Connector Inlet Figure INSTALLATION THE GAS IMPORTANT You must use propane LP eas supply cylinde
15. tomer service department at 1 877 447 4768 8 30 a m 4 30 p m CST Monday Friday 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 TABLE OF CONTENTS ntroduction amp Specifications sacd 4 5545548 ase deo sisie oe oo 2 General Safety Instructions 3 e Troduet EE tsau me 3 Unpacking Hale esk ds aer 00 mwa pa awama oo oo da d e Size amp Capacity Of Propane Cylinders e Installation To The Propane Gas 9 s Refilling The Propane Gas Tank 5 gt Leak Checking amp Location Heater 6 e Lighting amp Shutdown Instructions 6 V Test Firme Heater Ge Storase u 19 E EE sen es her 7 hoos 22525385 IE co d eV Mine ASTA op eae aqu gasas EE E EE EE E EE 9 e Replacement Parts List 9 Illustrated Parts Breakdown RMC FA40DG DGD DGP DGP 01 RMC FAS0C A L DG DGD DGP 01 9 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED RMC FA40DG DGD DGP DGP 01 RMC FA50C A L DG DGD DGP 01 10 Illustrated Parts Breakdown RMC FA100A DG DGD RMC FA150A DG DGD 11 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED RMC FA100A DG DGD RMC FA150A
16. with equivalent except as CONTINOUS SPARK MODELS 50 White CONDENSER H IRELAY uzi Multi Receptacle Housing Yellow CONTROL VALVE lt dil Yellow THERMOCOUPLE type AWG 105 wire or its indicated POWER CORD EARTH OUT SHELT SPARK MODULE IGNITOR ES ALT RELAY If any orignal wiring is supplied with the heater must be replaced it must be with THERMAL SWITCH type AWG 105 wire or its equivalent except as indicated PIEZO MANUAL SPARK MODELS FA40 CONTROL VALVE yellow THERMOCOUPLE eh THE AMAL SWITGH black CONDENSER IER eem bue _ white MOTOR white groen POWER CORD earth SHELL INGTOH AWG 1057 IF any original wiring is supplied with the heater must he replaced it musl be with wire its equivalent except as indicated 1 877 475 5660 Page 8 1 877 475 5660 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN PART NUMBER DGD DGP DGP 01 RMC FA50C A L DG DGD s 1 2365 23088 THERMOCOUPLEASSY arar 1 230485 _ 9 Pp 266 20 _ _ mi smw 2010562005 200155 Page 9 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRA TED RMC FA40DG DGD DGP DGP 01 RMC FA50C A L DG DGD DGP 01 Page 10 1 877 475 5660 1 877 475 5660 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN ITEM PART NUMBER RMC FA
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