Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product VP2200ITB Desa
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Save this manual for future reference. VP1600ITB and VP2200ITB ® INFRARED VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER OWNER’S OPERA TION AND INST ALLA TION MANUAL WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal in- jury, or loss of life.
2 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® SAFETY INFORMA TION 1. 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. 2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure.
3 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL PRODUCT FEA TURES SAFETY DEVICE This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff sys- tem. 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.
4 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Today’s homes are built more energy effi- cient than ever. New materials, increased insulation, and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes. Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in.
5 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION 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.
6 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Continued Or Remove Door into Adjoining Room, Option 3 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room, Option 2 12" 12&q.
7 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL 36" 3" FLOOR CEILING Minimum Minimu m Of Carp e Combus t 8" Minimum From Sides Of Heater Left Side Right Side INST ALLA TION WARNING: A qualified ser- vice person must install heater. Follow all local codes. CHECK GAS TYPE Use only propane/LP gas.
8 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® THERMOSTAT SENSING BULB The thermostat sensing bulb has been placed inside the heater for protection during shipping. Locating Thermostat Sensing Bulb 1. Remove front panel of heater (see Fig- ure 7). 2. Locate thermostat sensing bulb just under burner assembly .
9 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL 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.
10 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: A qualified service person must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. Typical Inlet Pipe Diameters VP1600ITB 3/8" or greater VP2200ITB 1/2" or greater Installation must include equipment shutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap.
11 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL O PO S P CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS 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.
12 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® IGNITOR PILOT LO OFF HI 1 2 3 4 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, follo w these instructions exactly .
13 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL OPERA TING HEA TER Continued TO SELECT HEATING LEVEL CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equip- ment shutoff valve. WARNING: When running heater, set control knob at the 1, 2, 3, or 4 locked positions. Never set control knob between locked positions.
14 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® GRH/OV 007 GOOD PILOT/LP Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 20 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Thermocouple GRH/OV 008 BAD PILOT/LP Pilot Burner Figure 21 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern INSPECTING BURNER Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often.
15 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off and un- plug heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified ser- vice person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean ODS/pilot.
16 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® REMEDY 1. Clean burner orifice(s) (see Cleaning and Maintenance , page 14) or replace burner orifice(s) 2. Replace burner orifice(s) 3. Contact local propane/LP gas company 1. Contact local propane/LP gas company 2.
17 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING: 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.
18 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN VP1600ITB 21-15 21-14 1 2 3 11 6 4 8 5 6 7 12 21 9 10 22 14 16 19 20 18 17 15 13 A B C 21-1 21-2 21-3 21-4 21-5 21-6 21-.
19 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST VP1600ITB 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.
20 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN VP2200ITB 21-16 21-15 1 2 3 11 6 4 8 5 6 7 12 21 9 10 22 14 16 19 20 17 15 13 18 D C 21-1 21-2 21-3 21-7 21-12 21-11 21-.
21 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST VP2200ITB 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.
22 104247 VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS HEA TER ® 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.
23 104247 OWNER’S MANUAL 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.
KEEP THIS WARRANTY W ARRANTY INFORMA TION Model Serial No. Date Purchased 104247-01 Rev. E 03/00 Patent Pending LIMITED WARRANTY VANGUARD VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATERS DESA International warrants t.
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