Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product CGP16RA Desa
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Save this manual for future reference. OWNER’S OPERA TION AND INST ALLA TION MANUAL VENT -FREE INF ARED PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER Models: CGP16RA and CGP26D WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
2 101827 CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Safety Information ......................................................................... 2 Product Identification .................................................................... 4 Local Codes ...................
3 101827 SAFETY INFORMA TION Continued W ARNINGS Continued WARNING: Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. 1. Use only propane/LP gas. Do not convert heater to use different fuel type. 2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure.
4 101827 PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION GRH/PV 006A COMFORT GLOW PLAQUE FRONT-NON THERMO Burners Heater Cabinet Front Panel Grill Guard PRODUCT FEA TURES 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 room heaters.
5 101827 Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1, 1992, Section 5.3 defines uncon- fined space as having a minimum air volume of 50 cubic feet (127 cubic cm) for each 1000 Btu/Hr input rating of all appliances in the space (cubic feet equals length x width x height of space).
6 101827 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Continued DETERMINING 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.
7 101827 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Continued Figure 2 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building Or Remove Door into Adjoining Room, Option 3 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room, Option 2 12&.
8 101827 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Continued VENTILATION AIR (Continued) Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor.
9 101827 IMPORT ANT : V ent-free heaters add moisture 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 f or Comb ustion and V entilation, pages 5 through 8.
10 101827 Minimum From Sides Of Heater 36" 3" FLOOR CEILING Minimum Minimum To Top Surface Of Carpeting, Tile Or Other Combustible Material 8" Left Side Right Side Figure 4 - Mounting C.
11 101827 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. Methods For Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Only use last hole on each end of mounting bracket to attach bracket to wall.
12 101827 Marking Screw Locations 1. Tape mounting bracket to wall where heater will be located. Make sure mount- ing bracket is level. 2. Mark screw locations on wall (see Figure 7). Note: Only mark last hole on each end of mounting bracket. Insert mounting screws through these holes only.
13 101827 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. Figure 9 - Popping Open Anchor Wings For Thin Walls 5.
14 101827 CONNECTING T O GAS SUPPL Y NOTICE A qualified service person must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes.
15 101827 IMPORTANT: Hold pressure regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and/or fittings. Tee Joint Reducer Bushing to 1/8" NPT 1/8" NPT Plug Tap Test Gauge Connection * Tee.
16 101827 3. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening propane/LP supply tank valve. 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.
17 101827 OPERA TING HEA TER FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
18 101827 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 17. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step. 5. Press in control knob.
19 101827 TO SELECT HEA TING LEVEL 1. Slightly press in control knob and turn counterclockwise to the LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH positions. IMPORTANT: Release downward pressure while turning control knob. Control knob will lock at the desired position. CAUTION Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the manual shut- off valve.
20 101827 Shutting Off Heater 1. Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position. 2. 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 to the PILOT position.
21 101827 Bad Burner Pattern 5 Plaque GRH/OV 019A Figure 22 - Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 22 • turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas to App.
22 101827 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ODS/PILOT AND BURNER ORIFICE • Use a vacuum cleaner, pressurized air, or small, soft bristled brush to clean. CABINET Air Passageways • Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean. Exterior • Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture.
23 101827 REMEDY 1. Turn on gas supply or open manual shutoff valve 2. Press in control knob while turning to PILOT/IGN position 3. Continue holding down control knob. Repeat igniting operation until air is removed 4. Contact local propane/ LP gas company.
24 101827 OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner(s) does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of burner(s) Burner backfiring during combustion Burner plaque(s) does not glow Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off POSSIBLE CAUSE 1.
25 101827 TROUBLE- SHOOTING Continued If you smell gas • 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.
26 101827 SPECIFICA TIONS CGP16RA CGP26D BTU (Variable) 6,000/11,000/16,000 6,000/16,000/26,000 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.
27 101827 MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE - GA5010 Manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap. FLOOR MOUNTING STAND Model CGP16RA - GA4000B and GA4500 Model CGP26D - GA4010B and GA4510 For locating heater on the floor, away from a wall. Complete installation instructions included.
28 101827 HEATER EXPLODED VIEW ILLUSTRA TED P ARTS BREAKDOWN Model CGP16RA 13-15 13-14 ODS/PILOT BURNER ASSEMBLY A B C 13-1 13-2 13-3 13-10 13-4 13-5 13-6 13-7 13-8 13-9 13-12 13-13 13-11 1 2 3 11 6 4.
29 101827 P ARTS LIST Model CGP16RA This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual. PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN KEY PART NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
30 101827 HEATER EXPLODED VIEW ILLUSTRA TED P ARTS BREAKDOWN Model CGP26D 13-15 13-14 ODS/PILOT BURNER ASSEMBLY E D C 13-1 13-2 13-3 13-9 13-4 13-5 13-7 13-6 13-8 13-10 13-12 13-13 13-11 B A 1 2 3 11 .
31 101827 This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual. P ARTS LIST Model CGP26D PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN KEY PART NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
KEEP THIS WARRANTY W ARRANTY INFORMA TION 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.
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