Desa VP1600TB User's Manual
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1. Figure 22 Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE AX WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep control areas burner and circu lating air passageways of heater clean Inspect these areas of heater before each use Have heater inspected yearly by a quali fied service person Heater may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material pet hair etc ODS PILOT AND BURNER ORIFICE e Use a vacuum cleaner pressurized air or small soft bristled brush to clean CLEANING BURNER PILOT AIR INLET HOLE We recommend that you clean the unit every 2 500 hours of operation orevery three months We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Your local computer store hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using compressed air in a can please follow the directions on the can If you don t follow directions on the can you could damage the pilot assembly Shut off the unit including the pilot Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes D Inspect burner pilot for dust and dirt2. VANGUARD INFRARED VENT FREE PROPANE LP GAS HEATER OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL VP1600TB VP2600TB WARNING If the information in this manual is not WARNING Improper installa followed exactly a fire or explosion may result caus tion adjustment alteration ser ing property damage personal injury or loss of life vice or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Re Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable fer to this manual for correct vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any installation and operational other appliance procedures For assistance or WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS additional information consult Do not try to light any appliance a qualified installer service Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any agency or the gas supplier phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a WARNING This is an unvented neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s gas fired heater It uses air oxy instructions gen from the room in which it is If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the installed Provisionsforadequate fire department combustion and ventilation air Installation and service must be performed by a quali must be provided Refer to Air E f For Combustion and Ventilation fied installer service agency or the gas supplier section on page4 ofthis manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket
3. od Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner Clean the pilot assembly also A yellow tip on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 23 With the unit off lightly blow air through the air inlet hole You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available 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 cabi net to remove dust Pilot Assembly Figure 23 Pilot Inlet Air Hole VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING Note For additional help visit DESA International s technical service web site at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation Ay WARNING Turn off and un plug heater and let cool before servicing Only a qualified ser vice person should service and repair heater A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor buttonis pressed in thereisno 1 Ignitor electrode positioned wrong Replace ignitor spark at ODS pilot 2 Ignitor electrode broken Replace ignitor 3 Ignitor electrode not
4. 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 Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save this manual for future reference VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble oper ate or service this heater Im proper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the heater 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 re main hot for a time after shut down Allow surface to cool be fore touching 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 worki
5. 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggre gate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are con sidered a part of the unconfined space This heater shall not be installed in a con fined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventila tion grills between them 104821 OWNER S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space Space Includes the room in which you will install heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x height Length x Width x Height cu ft volume of space Example Space size 20 ft length x 16 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 2560 cu ft volume of space If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or
6. 11 Mark screw locations on wall Remove heater from mounting bracket AYN If installing bottom mounting screws into hollow or solid wall install wall anchors Follow steps through 4 un der Attaching To Wall Anchor Method If installing bottom mounting screw into wall stud drill holes at marked lo cations using 9 64 drill bit 5 Replace heater onto mounting bracket 6 Place spacers between bottom mount ing holes and wall anchor or drilled hole see Figure 11 7 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 and 11 e AN e Spacer Wall 8 Screw Figure 11 Installing Bottom Mounting Screws Continued VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY A WARNING This appliance re quires a 3 8 NPT National Pipe Thread inlet connection to the pressure regulator A WARNING A qualified service person mustconnectheaterto gas supply Follow all local codes A CAUTION Never connect heater directly to the propane LP supply This heater requires an
7. an electri cal outlet ____ CEILING Minimum Right Side Minimum To D 3 Of Carpeting Tile Or Other Combustible Material Figure 4 Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Heater Continued VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING HEATER TO WALL Mounting Bracket Locate mounting bracket in heater car ton Remove mounting bracket from heater carton Bracket Figure 5 Mounting Bracket Removing Front Panel Of Heater 1 Remove two screws near bottom cor ners of front panel 2 Lift straightup on grill guard until it stops Grill guard will slide up about 1 4 3 Pull bottom of front panel forward then down Figure 6 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 pro vides 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 yourneeds Either method will provide a secure hold for
8. for ventilation Contact local propane LP gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 13 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 11 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Take apart gas tubing and remove for eign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 11 Moisture condensation noticed on windows Not enough combustion ventilation air www desatech com 16 Refer to Fresh Air for Combustion and Ventilation requirements page 4 104821 SPECIFICATIONS OWNER S MANUAL VP1600TB VP2600TB Btu 16 000 26 000 Type Gas Propane LP Only Propane LP Only Ignition Piezo Piezo Pressure Regulator Setting 8 W C 8 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 14 14 Minimum 11 11 Dimensions Inches H x W x D Heater 23 5x 185x 8 23 5 x 25 9 x 8 Carton 25 8 x 21 3 x 10 1 25 8 x 28 7 x 10 1 Weight pounds Heater 22 30 Shipping 27 36 Note Dimensions listed are outer most points on the heater includes control knobs and grill For purposes of input adjustment SERVICE PUBLICATIONS You can purchase a service manual from the address listed on t
9. matches batteries or other sources to light heater VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AX WARNING This heater shall not be installed ina confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided foradequate combustion and ven tilation air Read the following in structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Today s homes are built more energy effi cient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods help reduce heat loss inhomes Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in During heating months home owners want their homes as airtight as possible While it is good to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper com bustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide ad equate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS Z2233 1 Sec tion 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following venti
10. openings add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space 2 Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu Hr the space can support volume of space 50 cu ft Maximum Btu Hr the space can support Example 2560 cu ft volume of space 50 cu ft 51 2 or 51 200 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free heater Btu Hr Gas water heater Btu Hr Example Gas turnace Brel Gas water heater 40 000 Btu Hr A A pnutie Vent free heater 18 000 Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Total 58 000 Btw Hr Other gas appliances Btu Hr Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors 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 58 000 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 You must provide additional fresh air Your options are as follows A Rework worksheet adding the space of an adjoining room If the extra space provides an unconfined space remove door to adjoin ing room or add ventilation grills bet
11. page 13 or replace burner orifice s 2 Replace burner orifice s 3 Contact local propane LP gas company Delayed ignition of burner s Manifold pressure is too low Burner orifice s is clogged Contact local propane LP gas company Clean burner orifice s see Cleaning and Maintenance page 13 or replace burner orifice s NB Burner backfiring during combustion Burner orifice s is clogged or damaged Burner damaged Gas regulator defective 1 Clean burner orifice s see Cleaning and Maintenance page 13 or replace burner orifice s Replace burner Replace gas regulator WN Burner plaque s does not glow Plaque damaged Inlet gas pressure is too low Control knob set between locked posi tions 1 Replace burner 2 Contact local propane LP gas company 3 Turn control knob until it locks at de sired setting Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Residues from manufacturing processes 1 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Heater produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling 1 This is common with most heaters If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 104821 When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc turn in
12. 4 Screw 10 x 3 8 Thermocouple Ignitor Electrode Mounting Bracket Regulator Bracket Control Position Label Hardware Assembly 21 VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER 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 or write to the address listed on the back page of this manual for referral information EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap FAN KITS GA3100 A B AND GA3200T A B For all models Provides better heat distribu tion Makes heater more efficient Complete installation and operating instructions included Manually controlled GA3100 A B Includes ON OFF switch Thermostatically controlled GA3200T A B Includes three settings ON OFF AUTO 22 FLOOR MOUNTING STAND Models VP1600TB GA4000B Models VP2600TB GA4010B For locating heater on the floor away from a wall Complete installation instructions provided with floor mounting stand 104821 OWNER S MANUAL NOTES 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 applic
13. Pipe Nipple Tee Joint Test Reducer Gauge Bushing to Connection 1 8 NPT 1 8 NPT Plug Tap Tee Joint Sediment Trap Pipe Nipple Cap ees ee Figure 13 Gas Connection Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged heater valves Accaution Use pipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 13 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Locate sedi ment 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 IMPORTANT Hold pressure regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas pip ing and or fittings Heater Cabinet Equipment Shutoff Valve Inlet Pipe From External Regulator 11 W C to 14 W C Pressure Al Minimum ACSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 22 10 104821 INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS OWNER S MANUAL 2 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using c
14. Plaque B Screw 8 x 1 4 Pilot Tubing Valve to Pilot Inlet Tubing ODS Pilot Control Valve Screw 10 x 3 8 Thermocouple Ignitor Electrode Mounting Bracket Regulator Bracket Control Position Label Hardware Assembly 2 1 1 2 1 9 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VP2600TB ODS PILOT BURNER ASSEMBLY 20 104821 OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual PARTS LIST VP2600TB 104821 PART NUMBER 098304 01 098742 14 098238 07 101108 01 098198 04 M11084 26 098271 03 098457 02 099415 09 098303 02 104617 11 097159 04 See Detail 099218 07 099056 01 104818 02 099056 25 103256 01 099387 02 103594 04 098522 16 M11084 37 M11084 26 098514 01 106842 01 099066 01 104819 01 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 098305 01 100642 01 DESCRIPTION Screw 10 x 3 8 Front Panel Grill Guard Clip Grill Guard Apron Screw 10 x 3 8 Ignitor Cable Reflector Assembly Regulator Screw 6 x 3 8 Cabinet Assembly Piezo Ignitor Snap in Burner Assembly Burner Injector Plaque B Tubing Valve to Burner Injectors Plaques A and C Inlet Tubing Pilot Tubing Valve to Pilot ODS Pilot Control Valve Screw 8 x 1
15. able is our standard written warranty We make no other warranty expressed or implied LIMITED WARRANTY VANGUARD VENT FREE PROPANE LP GAS HEATERS DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four 4 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 Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this heater to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center Warranty part s 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 original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective
16. connected to igni Reconnect ignitor cable tor cable 4 Ignitor cable pinched or wet Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 5 Broken ignitor cable Replace ignitor cable 6 Bad piezo ignitor Replace control valve piezo is part of Piezo ignitor nut is loose control valve Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor Nut is located inside heater cabinet at top When ignitor button is pressed in there is a spark at ODS Pilot but no ignition Nn sO Gas supply turned off or equipment shutoff valve closed Control knob not pressed in while press ing ignitor button non thermostat mod els only Thermostat control knob not pressed in thermostat models only Air in gas lines when installed Depleted gas supply ODS pilot is clogged Gas regulator setting is not correct Thermostat control knob is not in pilot position thermostat models only www desatech com 14 Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve Press in control knob while pressing ig nitor button non thermostat models only Press in thermostat control knob while turning to PILOT IGN position thermo stat models only Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is re moved Contact local propane LP gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 13 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace gas regulator Turn
17. could cause pilot outage To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs capacity Keep combustible materials gasoline and other flammable liquids and vapors away from the appliance area 104821 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Front P Panel O j o Il j ih OWNER S MANUAL Piezo Ignitor Control Knob Grill Guard Burners Heater Cabinet Figure 1 Vent Free Propane LP Gas Heater Model VP2600TB Shown LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 also known as NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 104821 UNPACKING 1 Remove heater from carton 2 Remove all protective packaging ap plied to heater for shipment 3 Check heater for any shipping damage If heater is damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought heater PRODUCT FEATURES SAFETY DEVICE This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Deple tion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free room 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
18. ei ther using compressed air or opening propane LP supply tank valve Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak Correct all leaks at once Reconnect heater and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check re connected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPA 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 14 104821 ure 14 2 Open propane LP supply tank valve A This appliance has a pilot which 3 Make sure control knob of heater is in must be lighted by hand When light the OFF position ing the pilot follow these instructions 4 Check all joints from equipment shutoff any valve to control valve see Figure 15 B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all Apply mixture of liquid soap and wa around the appliance area for gas Be ter to gas joints Bubbles forming show sure to smell next to the floor because ajeak some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor 5 Coreg all leaks at once TTODOIFYOUSMFLL GAS 6 Light heater see Operating Heater Do not try to light any appliance pages 11 through 13 Check the rest Do not touch any electric switch do of the internal joints for leaks not use any phone in your building 7 Turn off heater see To Turn Off Gas to e Immediately call your gas supplier Appliance page 12 from a neighbo
19. external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator be tween the heater and propane LP supply The installer must supply an external regu lator The external regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 inches of water If you do not reduce incom ing gas pressure heater regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 12 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet Propane LP Supply Tank External Regulator o Vent Pointing Down Figure 12 External Regulator With Vent Pointing Down A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Inter nally tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe oflarge enough diameter to allow proper gas volume to heater If pipe is too small undue loss of pres sure will occur Typical Inlet Pipe Diameters VPI1600TB 3 8 or greater VP2600TB 1 2 or greater Installation must include equipment 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 13 IMPORTANT Install an equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equip ment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance Pressure Regulator 3 8 NPT
20. he back page of this manual Send a check for 5 00 payable to DESA International TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 323 5190 You can also visit DESA International s technical service web site at www desatech com 104821 SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low e pilot will not stay lit e burner s will have delayed ignition e heater will not produce specified heat e propane LP gas supply may be low When Gas Quality Is Bad e pilot will not stay lit e burner s will produce flames and soot e heater will backfire when lit You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad If so contact your local propane LP gas supplier REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealer from whom you purchased this product If they are unable to supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Technical Service De partment at 1 800 323 5190 for information When contacting your dealer or DESA In ternational have ready e your name e your address e model and serial numbers of your heater e how heater was malfunctioning e type of gas used propane LP or natural gas e purchase date Usually we will as
21. heater will be 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 WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNA TIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For information about this warranty write DES A INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 104821 01 REV C NOT A UPC 02 00 Patent Pending
22. k you to return the defec tive 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 for referral information When calling DESA Interna tional have ready e model number of your heater e the replacement part number VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VP1600TB ODS PILOT BURNER ASSEMBLY 18 104821 OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual PARTS LIST VP1600TB 104821 OANDAARWNDN PART NUMBER 098304 01 098742 13 098238 06 101108 01 103843 02 M11084 26 098457 01 098271 03 099415 09 098303 02 104617 10 097159 04 See Detail 099218 06 099056 01 104818 01 099056 25 M11084 37 099387 06 103256 01 103594 04 098522 16 M11084 26 098514 01 106842 01 099066 01 104819 01 098305 01 100642 01 DESCRIPTION Screw 10 x 3 8 Front Panel Grill Guard Clip Grill Guard Apron Screw 10 x 3 8 Reflector Assembly Ignitor Cable Regulator with Pressure Tap Screw 6 x 3 8 Cabinet Assembly Piezo Ignitor Snap in Burner Assembly Burner Injector Plaque A Tubing Valve to Burner Injector
23. lation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 4 through 6 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and win dows 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 de fined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a con tinuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6 x 10 kg per pa sec m or less with open ings gasketed or sealed and b weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames be tween sole plates and floors be tween wall ceiling joints be tween wall panels at penetra tions for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide ad ditional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to De termining Fresh Air Flow For Heater Location page 5 Confined and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per
24. ng 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 those at high altitudes Propane LP Gas Propane LP gas is odor less An odor making agent is added to pro pane LP gas The odor helps you detect a propane LP gas leak However the odor added to propane LP gas can fade Propane LP gas may be present even though no odor exists 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 A WARNING Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous A WARNING Do not use any accessory not approved for use with this heater Carefully supervise young chil dren when they are in the same room with heater Make sure grill guard is in place before running heater Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids 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 Do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors This heater shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom If you smell gas e Shu
25. ompressed air or opening propane LP supply tank valve 3 Check all joints from propane LP sup ply tank to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 15 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles A WARNING Test all gas pip ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing Cor rect all leaks at once AA WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water toalljoints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Heater Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Fig OPERATING HEATER FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life A CAUTION Make sure exter nal regulator has been installed between propane LP supply and heater See guidelines under Con necting to Gas Supply page 10 Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 KPA 1 Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve control valve and equip ment shutoff valve from gas supply pip ing system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage heater regulator Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was con nected Pressurize supply piping system by
26. ontrol knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 16 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hook ing up to gas supply If so the con trol knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds This will allow air to bleed from the gas system e If control knob does not pop up when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs With control knob pressed in push down and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is at tached to the front of burner If needed keep pressing ignitor but ton until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit refer to Troubleshooting pages 14 through 16 Also contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until re pairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Lighting Procedure on page 13 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 through 7 This heater has a safety interlock system Wait one 1 minute before lighting pilot again 8 Turn control knob counterclockwise rx to desired heating level The main burner should light Set control knob to any heat level between HI and LOW A CAUTION Do nottry to adjust heating levels by using the equip ment shutoff valve Ignitor Button Control Knob IGNITOR Figure 16 Control Knob In The OFF Position Ignito
27. pilot until pi lot lights 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instruc tions page 12 INSPECTING BURNER Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 19 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 20 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern Theincorrect pilot flame is not touch ing the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermo couple cools the heater will shut down Tf pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 20 e turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 12 e see Troubleshooting pages 14 through 16 Pilot Burner Figure 19 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 20 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern 104821 OWNER S MANUAL BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 21 shows a correct burner flame pattern Figure 22 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern Ifburner flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 22 e turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 12 e see Troubleshooting pages 14 through 16 Figure 21 Correct Burner Flame Pattern rr a AD Duds
28. r s phone Follow 8 Replace front panel the gas supplier s instructions Open If you cannot reach your gas sup Equipment plier call the fire department Shutoff C Use only your hand to push in or turn Valve the gas control knob Never use tools a a If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it calla Closed qualified service technician or gas i supplier Force or attempted repair Figure 14 Equipment Shutoff Valve may result in a fire or explosion Control Valve Location D Do not use this appliance if any Propane LP part has been under water Imme Supply Tank 2 diately call a qualified service tech nician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Equipment Shutoff Valve Figure 15 Checking Gas Joints Continued VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER OPERATING HEATER Continued NN LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information on page 11 column 3 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position 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 in formation page 11 column 3 If you don t smell gas go to the next step Turn control knob counterclockwise rs to the PILOT position Press in c
29. r Electrode Thermocouple Figure 17 Pilot Control Knob VP1600TB TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater 1 Turn control knob clockwise ON to the OFF position 2 Turn off all electric power to the ap pliance if service is to be performed Shutting Off Burner Only pilot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise N to the PILOT position THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION The thermostatic control used on these models differs from standard thermostats Standard thermostats simply turn on and off the burner The thermostat used on this heater senses the room temperature At times the room may exceed the set temperature Ifso the burner will shut off The burner will cycle back on when room temperature drops below the set tempera ture The control knob can be set to any comfort level between HI and LO E TO TURN OFF GAS Note The thermostat sensing bulb mea sures the temperature of air near the heater cabinet This may not always agree with room temperature depending on housing construction installation loca tion room size open air temperatures etc Frequent use of your heater will let you determine your own comfort levels VP2600TB Figure 18 Burner Patterns 104821 OPERATING HEATER Continued MN MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light ing Instructions on page 12 2 With control knob pressed in strike match Hold match to
30. ry heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using heater This will help circu late the heat throughout the house In the event of a power outage you can use this heater as your primary heat source OWNER S MANUAL LOCATING HEATER This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall AX WARNING Maintain the mini mum clearances shown in Figure 4 Ifyou can provide greater clear ances from floor ceiling and join ing wall You can locate heater on floor away from a wall An optional floor mounting stand is needed Purchase the floor mounting stand from your dealer See Accessories page 22 A WARNING A qualified ser vice person must install heater Follow all local codes CHECK GAS TYPE Use only propane LP gas If your gas supply is not propane LP do not install heater Call dealer where you bought heater for proper type heater INSTALLATION ITEMS Before installing heater make sure you have the items listed below e external regulator supplied by installer e piping check local codes e sealant resistant to propane LP gas e equipment shutoff valve e ground joint union e test gauge connection e sediment trap e tee joint e pipe wrench A CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an ac ceptable alternative to test gauge connec tion Purchase the optional CSA AGA de sign cer
31. t 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 10 11 12 13 14 Before using furniture polish wax car pet cleaner or similar products turn heater off If heated the vapors from these products may create a white pow der residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture This heater needs fresh outside air ven tilation to run properly This heater has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the heater if not enough fresh air is available See Fresh Air for Combus tion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 If heater shuts off do not relight until you provide fresh outside air If heater keeps shutting off have it serviced Do not run heater e where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored e under dusty conditions Do not use heater if any part has been under water Immediately call a quali fied service technician to inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Turn off and unplug heater and let cool before servicing Only a quali fied service person should service and repair heater Operating heater above elevations of 4 500 feet
32. the mounting bracket Marking Screw Locations 1 Tape mounting bracket to wall where heater will be located Make sure mounting bracket is level A WARNING Maintain mini mum clearances shown in Figure 7 If you can provide greater clear ances from floor and joining wall 2 Mark screw locations on wall see Fig ure 7 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 13 16 Min g Only Insert Mounting 48 3 4 E Screws Through Last Min Hole On Each End i Floor Model VP2600TB L 9 1 4 16 Min o 0000000000000 0 PH 4 7 Only Insert Mounting A Screws Through Last eS Hole On Each End 2 4 Floor Model VP1600TB Figure 7 Mounting Bracket Clearances 104821 INSTALLATION Continued Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Note Wall anchors mounting screws and spacers are in hardware package The hard ware 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 s
33. the space of the adjoining unconfined space The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both spaces Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two per manent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces include attics and crawl spaces Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS 2223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent Ventilation Grills Or into Adjoining Remove Room Door into Option 1 Adjoining Room Option 3 12 5 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 2 Figure 2 Ventilation Air from Inside Building Outlet Air Inlet Air E Inlet Air Ventilated Attic To Attic Ventilated E Crawl Space Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Outdoors 104821 INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended foruse as supplemental heat Use this heater along with your pri mary heating system Do not in stall this heater as your prima
34. thermostat control knob to pilot position 104821 TROUBLESHOOTING OWNER S MANUAL Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when 1 Control knob not fully pressed in 1 Press in control knob fully control knob is released Rw ona Control knob not pressed in long enough Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged Safety interlock system has been trig gered thermostat models only 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Fully open equipment shutoff valve 4 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more 5 A Contact local propane LP gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 13 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace thermocouple Replace control valve Wait one minute for safety interlock sys tem to reset Repeat ignition operation ona Burner s does not light after ODS pilot is lit Wn Burner orifice s is clogged Burner orifice s diameter is too small Inlet gas pressure is too low 1 Clean burner orifice s see Cleaning and Maintenance
35. tified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 22 104821 AX WARNING Never install the heater ina bedroom or bathroom in 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 in high traffic areas e in windy or drafty areas A CAUTION If you install the heater in a home garage heater pilot and burner must be at least 18 inches above floor locate heater where moving ve hicle will not hit it A CAUTION This heater cre ates warm air currents These currents move heat to wall sur faces next to heater Installing heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating heater where impurities such as to bacco smoke aromatic candles cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may discolor walls IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add mois ture to the air Although this is beneficial installing heater in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 Forconvenience andefficiency install heater e where there is easy access for operation inspection and service e in coldest part of room An optional fan kit is available from your dealer See Accessories page 22 If plan ning to use fan locate heater near
36. to white powder residue www desatech com 15 1 Turn heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products Continued VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING Continued building A WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your Immediately call your gas supplier from aneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning supplies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Heater produces unwanted odors 1 Heater burning vapors from paint hair spray glues etc See IMPORTANT statement above Low fuel supply Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page 1 Ww N Ventilate room Stop using odor caus ing products while heater is running Refill supply tank Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 11 Heater shuts off in use ODS operates Rh Wn Not enough fresh air is available Low line pressure ODS pilot is partially clogged Open window and or door
37. tuds 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 Fold wall anchor as shown in Figure 8 3 Insert wall anchor wings first into hole Tap anchor flush to wall 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 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 104821 OWNER S MANUAL X Figure 8 Folding Anchor EN Figure 9 Popping Open Anchor Wings For Thin Walls 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 Horizontal Slots see Stand Out Tab Mounting Bracket attached to wall Figure 10 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
38. ween rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building page 6 B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 C Install a lower Btu Hr heater if lower Btu Hr size makes room unconfined If the actual Btu Hr used is less than the maximum Btu Hr the space can support the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation A WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANS 2223 1 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Continued 104821 5 VANGUARD INFRARED PROPANE LP GAS HEATER AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must pro vide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces see options and 2 Figure 2 Youcan also remove door into adjoining room see op tion 3 Figure 2 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS Z223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts AX WARNING Rework work sheet adding
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