Vanguard Heating VGN30 User's Manual
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1. WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty We make no other warranty expressed or implied LIMITED WARRANTY VANGUARD VENT FREE GARAGE HEATERS DESA International warrants this product and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and work manship for two years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the bill of sales or proof of purchase must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers only the cost of parts and labor required to restore this heater to proper operating condition Warranty parts must be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in origin2. INSTALLING HEATER TO WALL Mounting Bracket The mounting bracket is located on back panel of heater It has been taped there for shipping Remove mounting bracket from back panel Mounting Bracket Figure 3 Mounting Bracket Location Removing Front Panel Of Heater 1 Remove two screws near bottom corners 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 4 Remove cardboard packing from grill and heat shield Figure 4 Removing Front Panel Of Heater Methods For Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Only use last hole on each end of mounting bracket to attach bracket to wall These two holes are 16 inches apart from their centers Attach mounting bracket to wall in one of two ways 1 Attaching to wall stud 2 Attaching to wall anchor Attaching to wall stud This method provides the strongest hold Insert mounting screws through mounting bracket and into wall studs Attaching to wall anchor This method allows you to attach mounting bracket to hollow walls wall areas between studs or to solid walls concrete or masonry Decide which method better suits your needs Either method will provide a secure hold for the mounting bracket Marking Screw Locations 1 Tape mounting bracket to wall where heater will be located Make sure mount ing bracket is level AWARNING Mainta
3. You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad If so contact your local natural gas supplier REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty cover age for parts replaced under warranty Parts Under Warranty Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replace ment part s call DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 323 5190 When calling have ready e your name e your address e model number of your heater e how heater was malfunctioning e type of gas used propane or natural gas e purchase date 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 Department at 1 800 972 7879 When calling have ready e model number of your heater e the replacement part number ACCESSORIES Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA International s Parts Department at 1 800 972 7879 You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual FAN KIT GA2100A Provides better heat distribution Makes heater more efficient Complete installation and operating instructions provided with fan MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 Man
4. e If control knob does not pop up when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 6 With control knob pressed in push down and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front of burner The burner and pilot are located behind the heat shield If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit refer to TROUBLESHOOTING pages 17 thru 20 Also contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE page 15 Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 14 Pilot 7 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 sec onds release control knob Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 thru 7 8 Turn control knob counterclockwise to the LOW position The main burner should light Set control knob to any heat level between HIGH and LOW To turn control knob from LOW to a higher setting press in the control knob and turn counterclockwise Note Both HIGH and LOW are locked positions You must press in control knob before turning it from these positions A CAUTION Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the manual shutoff valve Continued INSPECTING BURNER MO To TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE MS Shutting Off Heater 1 Turn control kn
5. servicing Correct all leaks at once A WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 1 Disconnect heater and its individual manual shutoff valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 PSIG will damage heater regulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter Continued 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 1 Close manual shutoff valve see Figure 11 2 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Check all joints from gas meter to manual shutoff valve see Figure 12 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once PRESSURE TESTING HEATER GAS CONNECTIONS Open manual shutoff valve see Figure 11 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter Make sure control knob of heater is in the OFF position Check
6. all joints from manual shutoff valve to control valve see Figure 12 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once 6 Light heater see OPERATING HEATER pages 13 thru 15 Check the rest of the internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off heater see TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE page 15 8 Replace front panel PON Mi m Open Manual Shutoff Valve s pe Closed Figure 11 Manual Shutoff Valve Control Valve Location Gas Meter Manual IA 7 or Oe Shutoff i ook Valve 3 sa e Ll A Po pa A q wae G0 0 0 oe Okie as 73 e j Te FAO RAS awe o z oao Figure 12 Checking Gas Joints OPERATING HEATER SS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING E AWARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a
7. those at high altitudes Natural Gas Natural gas is odorless An odor making agent is added to natural gas The odor helps you detect a natural gas leak However the odor added to natural gas can fade Natural gas may be present even though no odor exits Make certain you read and understand all Warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this heater Safety Information continues on next page SAFETY INFORMATION Continued WARNINGS continued 1 Use only natural gas Do not convert heater to use different fuel type 2 If you smell gas e Shut off gas supply e Do not try to light any appliance e 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 e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 3 Never install the heater e in sleeping quarters a mobile home or a recreational vehicle e where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front top or sides of the heater e as a fireplace insert e in high traffic areas e in windy or drafty areas 4 Open window or garage door to admit fresh outside air when using heater Open window one 1 or two 2 inches When used without fresh outside air heater may give off carbon monoxide gas 5 Never run heater in
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9. EATER This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall A WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances shown in Figure 2 page 6 If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and join ing wall A WARNING Never install the heater e in sleeping quarters a mobile home or a recreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front top or sides of the heater as a fireplace insert e in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas NOTICE Do not install or operate heater in areas where impurities in the air such as tobacco smoke exist Particles from these impurities may discolor walls Continued A CAUTION When installing locate heater where moving vehicle will not hit it For convenience and efficiency install heater e where there is easy access for operation inspection and service e where strong wind gusts from an open door or garage door can not blow directly into heater An optional fan kit is available from your dealer See ACCESSORIES page 23 If planning to use fan locate heater near an electrical outlet CEILING 36 e Minimum Minimum From Sides Of Heater Left Side V 16 3 4 Minimum To Top Surface of FLOOR Combustible Material Figure 2 Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Heater
10. Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 1 Remove heater from carton 2 Remove all protective packaging applied to heater for shipment 3 Check heater for any shipping damage If heater is damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought heater Safety Device This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor Shutoff System ODS The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free garage heaters The ODS pilot shuts off the heater if there is not enough fresh air Piezo Ignition System This heater has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light heater INSTALLING TO WALL NOTICE A qualified service person must install heater Follow all local codes CHECK GAS TYPE Use only natural gas If your gas supply is not natural gas do not install heater Call dealer where you bought heater for proper type heater INSTALLATION ITEMS Before installing the heater make sure you have the items listed below e piping check local codes e test gauge connection see e sealant resistant to propane gas Figure 10 page 11 e manual shutoff valve e sediment trap e ground joint union e tee joint e pipe wrench An A G A design certified manual shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional A G A design certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer See ACCESSORIES page 23 LOCATING H
11. MAINTENANCE page 17 or replace burner orifice Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit continued from page 18 2 Burner orifice diameter 1s too small 3 Inlet gas pressure is too low Replace burner orifice Contact local natural gas company Delayed ignition of burner 1 Manifold pressureistoo low 2 Burner clogged orifice is Contact local natural gas company Clean burner see CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE page 17 or replace burner ori fice Burner backfiring during combustion 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Burner damaged 3 Gas regulator defective Clean burner see CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE page 17 or replace burner ori fice Replace burner Replace gas regulator Yellow flame during burner combustion 1 Not enough air 2 Gas regulator defective Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE page 17 Replace gas regulator Slight smoke or odor during initial opera tion 1 Residues from manu facturing processes Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit 1 Turning control knob to HIGH position when burner is cold 2 Air in gas line 3 Air passageways on heater blocked 4 Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice Turn contro
12. VANGUARD VENT FREE NATURAL GAS GARAGE HEATER OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Model VGN30 WARNING If the information in this manual WARNING Improper installation may result causing property damage per i ao sonal injury or loss of life maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this Do not store or use gasoline or other manual for correct installation and flammable vapors and liquids in the i ie vicinity of this or any other appliance operational procedures Forassis tance or additional information WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS consult a qualified installer ser Do not try to light any appliance vice agency or the gas supplier Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e 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 per formed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Save this manual for future reference CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION SECTION PAGE Safety Inftorm tlOO siasaiaiia dada 2 Product Identification oconcnnninconnonnoccconnconncononannrnn non a ai 4 Eocal Codes miii rd eee 4 Unpacking lb its 4 Product Fe atures A rode n a ee EE a E e Eae nirean 4 Installing T Walla pi 5 Connecting To Gas Supply coooc
13. al condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance alteration tampering contaminated fuels or defects caused by improper installation Travel transportation and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner To the full extent allowed by the law of the jurisdiction that governs the sale of the product this express warranty excludes any and all other expressed warranties and limits the duration of any and all implied warran ties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to two years from the date of first purchase and DESA International s liability is hereby limited to the purchase price of the product and DESA International shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever including indirect incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow a limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of implied warranties or exclusion or limitation of damages may not apply to you This warranty provides the original retail purchaser with specific legal rights For specific information regarding those rights please consult the applicable state laws For information about this warranty write D E S A INTERNATIONAL P O Box 9
14. d Gas regulator setting is not correct open manual shutoff valve 2 Turncontrol knob to PI LOT position 3 Press in control knob while in PILOT position 4 Continue holding down control knob Repeat ig niting operation until air is removed 5 Clean ODS pilot see CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE page 17 or replace ODS pilot assembly 6 Replace gas regulator ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released Control knob not fully pressed in Control knob not pressed in long enough Manual shutoff valve not fully open Thermocouple connec tion loose at control valve Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This problem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot Thermocouple dam aged Control valve damaged 1 Press in control knob fully 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Fully open manual shut off valve 4 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more 5 A Contact local natural gas company B Clean ODS pilot see CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE page 17 or replace ODS pilot assembly 6 Replace thermocouple 7 Replace control valve Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice is clogged Continued 1 Clean burner see CLEANING AND
15. ged 1 Open window and or door for ventilation 2 Contact local natural gas company 3 Clean ODS pilot see CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE page 17 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position 1 Gas leak See Warn ing statement at top of page 2 Control valve defective 1 Locate and correct all leaks see CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS page 11 2 Replace control valve Gas odor during com bustion 1 Foreign matter between control valve and burner 2 Gas leak See Warn ing statement at top of page 1 Take apart gas tubing andremove foreign mat ter 2 Locate and correct all leaks see CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS page 11 TECHNICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE HINTS You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 323 5190 B T U Variable 15 000 30 000 Type Gas Natural Only Ignition Piezo Pressure Regulator Setting 3 W C Inlet Gas Pressure inches of water Maximum y Minimum 5 Dimensions Inches H x W x D Heater 23 5 x 25 9 x 8 0 Carton 25 8 x 28 7 x 10 1 Weight pounds Heater 30 Shipping 35 When gas pressure is too low e pilot will not stay lit e burner will have delayed ignition e heater will not produce specified heat When gas quality is bad e pilot will not stay lit e burner will produce flames and soot e heater will backfire when lit
16. gher than 1 2 the heat shield height AWARNING If yellow tipping occurs your heater could produce increased levels of carbon monoxide If burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping follow instructions at bottom of this page NOTICE Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping Dirt or other fine particles enter the heater and burn causing brief patches of orange flame 1 2 HEAT SHIELD HEIGHT bh a CORRECT FLAME PATTERN AT HIGH POSITION Figure 17 Correct Burner Flame Pattern Yellow Tipping HEAT SHIELD HEIGHT INCORRECT FLAME PATTERN AT HIGH POSITION Figure 18 Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern If burner flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 18 e turn heater off see TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE page 15 e see TROUBLESHOOTING pages 17 thru 20 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLE SHOOTING Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation AWARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION ODS PILOT AND BURNER e Use a vacuum cleaner pressurized air or small soft bristled brush to clean CABINET Air Passageways e Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean Exterior e Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture Wipe the cabinet to remove dust You must keep control areas burner and circulating air passage ways of heater clean Inspect these area
17. in minimum clearances shown in Figure 5 If you can provide greater clearances from floor and joining wall 2 Mark screw locations on wall see Figure 5 Note Only mark last hole on each end of mounting bracket Insert mounting screws through these holes only 3 Remove tape and mounting bracket from wall 11 16 Min Only Insert Mounting 39 3 2 Screws Through Last Min Hole On Each End 7 BMamiag War Floor Figure 5 Mounting Bracket Clearances Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Note Wall anchors mounting screws and spacers are in hardware package The hardware package is provided with heater Attaching to wall stud method For attaching mounting bracket to wall studs 1 Drill holes at marked locations using 9 64 drill bit 2 Place mounting bracket onto wall Line up last hole on each end of bracket with holes drilled in wall 3 Insert mounting screws through bracket and into wall studs 4 Tighten screws until mounting bracket is firmly fastened to wall studs Attaching to wall anchor method For attaching mounting bracket to hollow walls wall areas between studs or solid walls concrete or masonry 1 Drill holes at marked locations using 5 16 drill bit For solid walls concrete or masonry drill at least 1 deep 2 Fold wall anchor as shown in Figure 6 Figure 6 Folding Anchor 3 Insert wall anchor wings first into hole Tap anchor flush to wall Conti
18. l knob to LOW position and let warm up for a minute Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local natural gas company Observe minimum instal lation clearances see Figure 2 page 6 Clean burner see CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE page 17 or replace burner ori fice Continued AWARNING If you smell gas e 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 If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Heater produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling 1 This is common with most heaters If noise is excessive contact quali fied service person Heater produces un wanted odors 1 Heater burning vapors from paint solvents glues etc 2 Gas leak See Warn ing statement at top of page 1 Ventilate garage Stop using odor causing prod ucts while heater is run ning 2 Locate and correct all leaks see CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS page 11 Heater shuts off in use ODS operates 1 Not enough fresh air is available 2 Low line pressure 3 ODS pilot is partially clog
19. lightly to male threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in the pipe could result in clogged heater valves A CAUTION Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 10 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into heater controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong heater may not run properly CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS IMPORTANT Hold pressure regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and or fittings Note Burner bracket Pressure not shown for clarity Regulator 1 2 NPT Pipe Nipple Heater Ground Joint Cabinet Tee Joint Test Reducer Manual Gauge Bushing sie Shutoff Connection 1 8 NPT 0 Valve 1 8 NPT Plug Tap RAI From Gas Meter Tee Joint 4 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Sediment Pipe i Trap Nipple 3 Minimum Cap is Figure 10 Gas Connection An A G A design certified manual shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional A G A design certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer See ACCESSORIES page 23 A WARNING Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or
20. nued 4 For thin walls 1 2 or less insert red key into wall anchor Push red key to pop open anchor wings IMPORTANT Do not hammer key For thick walls over 1 2 thick or solid walls do not pop open wings T N Figure 7 Popping Open Anchor Wings For Thin Walls 5 Place mounting bracket onto wall Line up last hole on each end of bracket with wall anchors 6 Insert mounting screws through bracket and into wall anchors 7 Tighten screws until mounting bracket is firmly fastened to wall Placing Heater On Mounting Bracket 1 Locate two horizontal slots on back panel of heater 2 Place heater onto mounting bracket Slide horizontal slots onto stand out tabs on mounting bracket a Horizontal Slots Stand Out Tab Mounting Bracket attached to wall Figure 8 Mounting Heater Onto Mounting Bracket Installing Bottom Mounting Screws 1 Locate two bottom mounting holes These holes are near bottom on back panel of heater see Figure 9 2 Mark screw locations on wall 3 Remove heater from mounting bracket 4 If installing bottom mounting screws into hollow or solid wall install wall anchors Follow steps 1 thru 4 under Attaching To Wall Anchor Method page 8 If installing bottom mounting screw into wall stud drill holes at marked loca tions using 9 64 drill bit Replace heater onto mounting bracket Place spacers between bottom mounting holes and wall anchor or drilled h
21. ob clockwise MX to the PILOT position 2 Press in control knob and turn clockwise N to the OFF position 3 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed Shutting Off Burner Only pilot stays lit 1 Turn control knob clockwise lt N to the PILOT position A MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE E Remove front panel see Figure 3 page 7 Follow steps 1 thru 5 under LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS pages 13 and 14 With control knob pressed in strike match Hold match to pilot until pilot lights Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob 5 Replace front panel UN eR Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 15 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 16 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down Thermocouple Pilot Burner Thermocouple Pilot Burner If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 16 e turn heater off see TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE page 15 e see TROUBLESHOOTING pages 17 thru 20 BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 17 shows a correct burner flame pattern Figure 18 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern The incorrect burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping of the flame It also shows the flame hi
22. ole Hold spacer in place with one hand With other hand insert mounting screw through bottom mounting hole and spacer Place tip of screw in opening of wall anchor or drilled hole 8 Tighten both screws until heater is firmly secured to wall Do not over tighten Note Do not replace front panel at this time Replace front panel after making gas connections and checking for leaks see pages 10 12 NAN ae Figure 9 Installing Bottom Mounting Screws 9 CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY NOTICE A qualified service person must connect heater to gas supply Follow all local codes WARNING Never connect heater to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as well head gas IMPORTANT Check gas line pressure before connecting heater to gas line Gas line pressure must be no greater than 14 inches of water If gas line pressure is higher heater regulator damage could occur A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 2 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to heater If pipe is too small undue loss of pressure will occur Installation must include a manual shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from heater see Figure 10 page 11 Apply pipe joint sealant
23. onoconoconoconoconananancnanananonononancnnacnacnno 10 Checking Gas Connections ocoocccocccconononcnoncnnncnnncnnncno nono ncnn conan nacos 11 Operating Heater iones epale ia liiaorss bate 13 Inspecting Bummer urticaria 15 Cleaning And Maintenance coocccnoccnonononcnononnnonnncnnnana nono nono nconacnnccnno 17 Troubleshoouns iia 17 Technical Servicio ices 21 Specifications tiva rosita o A ete 21 Service HIS eA ee et ee ele ee 21 Replacement Parts s 23 c 0ccdsscesacesabecesencosnederscotanstegantareeceiearetitencsscs 22 A CCESSOMNES viii iaa ei es 23 Tlustrated Parts Liu ini darias 24 25 Warranty Information ooonocnnonnoncconnconnconnnonnnnnncnnncnnccnnnnnn nono ncnnccnnc ns Back Cover Ah WARNINGS 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 A DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the heater may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have heater serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women persons with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and
24. qualified service technician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion D Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water BEE crc nstrucrions MON 1 STOP Read the safety information above 2 Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully open 3 Turn control knob clockwise MX to the OFF position Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric 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 Control Knob Ignitor Button Figure 13 Control Knob In The OFF Position 4 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information at the top of page 13 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 5 Press in control knob and turn counterclockwise Y to the PILOT position Keep control knob pressed in for five 5 seconds see Figure 13 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hooking up to gas supply If so the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds This will allow air to bleed from the gas system
25. s of heater before each use Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person Heater may AWARNING Turn off and unplug heater and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater ACAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Whenignitorbuttonis 1 pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 2 Ignitor electrode posi tioned wrong Ignitor electrode broken 3 Ignitor electrode not con nected to ignitor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet Piezo ignitor nut is loose Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor 1 2 3 4 Tighten nut holding piezo Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace ignitor Replace ignitor Reconnect ignitor cable Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keepignitor cable dry ignitor to heater cabinet Nut is located inside heater cabinet at top 17 Continued OBSERVED POSSIBLE PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is 1 Gas supply turned off or 1 Turn on gas supply or pressed there is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition manual shutoff valve closed Control knob not in PI LOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PI LOT position Air in gas lines when installed ODS pilot is clogge
26. small closed room 6 If heater shuts off do not relight until you provide fresh outside air If heater keeps shutting off have it serviced 7 Do not run heater e where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored e under dusty conditions 8 Never place any objects on the heater 9 Surface of heater becomes very hot when running heater Keep children and adults away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition Heater will remain hot for a time after shut down Allow surface to cool before touching 10 Make sure grill guard is in place before running heater 11 Do not alter heater or its controls Any change may create a safety hazard 12 Do not use heater if any part of heater has been under water 13 Turn off and unplug heater and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater 14 Do not operate heater above elevations of 4 500 feet PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION LOCAL CODES UNPACKING PRODUCT FEATURES Ignitor Button Control Knob Grill Guard Heat Shield Cabinet Figure 1 Vent Free Natural Gas Garage Heater Install and use heater with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of National Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 also known as NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association
27. ual shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap ODS Pilot PARTS LIST PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION gt OOANOOAHRWDND PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN i 098306 01 Control Position Label This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under REPLACEMENT PARTS on page 22 of this manual 098304 01 098742 12 098197 02 098342 01 099001 01BR M11084 26 098352 02BR 098271 02 098249 01 098244 03 098593 01 098515 01 099126 02 098517 01 098251 06 098250 01 098867 04 099553 01 098519 01 098298 03 098265 01 098246 04 098529 02 097159 01 M11084 26 M11084 38 098268 02 098354 01 098508 01 099066 01 Screw 10 x 3 8 Front Panel Grill Guard Grill Guard Clip Heat Shield Screw 10 x 3 8 Deflector Unit Ignitor Cable Nut M5 ODS Pilot N G Thermocouple Ignitor Electrode Burner 3 16 Pilot Tubing Injector Injector Holder Pressure Regulator Pilot Shield 3 8 Outlet Burner Tubing 3 8 Inlet Tubing 3 8 NPT Male Elbow Control Valve Cabinet Piezo Ignitor Screw 10 x 3 8 Screw 8 x 3 8 1 2 NPT Female Elbow Control Knob Valve Retainer Nut Mounting Bracket 2 aa aNN aaa dd dl dd dd dl dl nnn pom an pap aa NOTES NOTES
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