Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product VMH3000TPA Vanguard Heating
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Save this manual for future reference. VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS MINI-HEAR TH ® HEA TER OWNER’S OPERA TION AND INST ALLA TION MANUAL VMH3000TP A Shown with Optional Mantel Which Features a Built-I.
2 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.
3 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION Figure 1 - Vent-Free Gas Log Propane/LP Gas Space Heater UNP ACKING 1. Remove heater from carton. 2. Remove all protective packaging ap- plied to heater for shipment.
4 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com Attaching Brass Front Trim to Front Panel 1. Locate brass front trim in brass trim package. 2. Slide the head of two truss-head screws from hardware packet into each end of brass front trim (see Figure 4).
5 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com FRESH 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.
6 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com 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.
7 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space.
8 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com WARNING: Never install the heater • in a bedroom or a bathroom • in a recreational vehicle • where c.
9 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com Thermostat Sensing Bulb Clamp THERMOSTAT SENSING BULB The thermostat sensing bulb has been placed inside the heater for protection during shipping. Locating Thermostat Sensing Bulb 1.
10 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com 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.
11 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com INST ALLA TION Continued Mounting Heater to Optional Hearth Base 1. Lay heater on its back on a table with the bottom of heater overhanging the edge of the table. 2. Remove 2 shipping screws in bottom of heater .
12 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com Installation must include an 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 19).
13 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com ON POSITION OFF POSITION 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.
14 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com PILOT LO OFF HI IGNITOR OPERA TING HEA TER FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Figure 22 - Control Knob In The OFF Position Control Knob Ignitor Button 1.
15 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com OPERA TING HEA TER Continued THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION The thermostatic control used on this heater differs from standard thermostats. Standard thermostats simply turn on and off the burner.
16 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off and un- plug heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified ser- vice person should service and repair heater. REMEDY 1.
17 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com REMEDY 1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance , page 19) or replace burner orifice 2. Replace burner orifice 3. Contact local propane/LP company 1. Contact local propane/LP company 2.
18 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com TROUBLESHOOTING Continued 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.
19 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 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. W ipe the cabi- net to remove dust.
20 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com 1 2 9 10 10 12 13 14 15 17 19 20 23 24 25 6 26 6 7 1 1 3 1 28 5 16 18 4 22 1 1 1 21 11 8 27 ILLUSTRA TED .
21 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com P ARTS LIST VMH3000TPA This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual.
22 107098 PROP ANE/LP GAS RESIDENTIAL HEA TERS ® For more information, visit www.desatech.com TECHNICAL SER VICE 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.
23 107098 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE - GA5010 Equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap. HEARTH BASE - GHB802 SERIES For locating heater on the floor. Includes brass trim. Complete installation instruc- tions included.
2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 www.desatech.com INTERNA TIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATERS DESA International warrants this product to be free .
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