Desa RCP80V Electric Heater User Manual


 
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Figure 5 - Correct Flame Pattern at High
Position
CAUTION: Running heater
below specified input rating may
cause flashback. During flash-
back, the burner flame is mostly
yellow. The flame will burn inside
the burner tube, causing a roar-
ing noise. If flashback occurs,
turn heater off. After burner tube
cools, restart the heater.
FLAME PATTERNS
Figure 5 shows a correct flame pattern. The
burner flame is mostly blue with a slight
yellow coloring on the ends.
Figure 6 shows an incorrect flame pattern.
The flame is mostly yellow. The incorrect
flame pattern results from low gas pressure
or from flashback.
OPERATION
Continued
LO
OFF
HI
MED
Slight
Yellow
Coloring
on Flame
Ends
Blue
Flame
Burner
Tube
Figure 6 - Incorrect Flame Pattern during
Flashback
Flame Inside Burner Tube
(makes roaring noise)
Yellow
Flame
Blue
Flame
1. Store propane tank(s) in safe manner.
Refer to Chapter 5 of Standard for Stor-
age and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum
Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 and/or CAN/CGA
B149.2. Follow all local codes. Always
store propane tanks outdoors.
2. Place plastic cover caps over brass fit-
tings on inlet connector and hose/regu-
lator assembly.
3. Store in a dry, clean, and safe place.
STORAGE
CAUTION: Disconnect heater
from propane supply tank(s).
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Never attempt to
service heater while it is con-
nected to propane supply, oper-
ating, or hot. Severe burns can
occur.
1. Keep heater clean.
2. Inspect heater before each use. Check
connections for leaks. Apply mixture
of liquid soap and water to connections.
Bubbles forming show a leak that must
be corrected. Correct all leaks at once.
3. Inspect hose/regulator assembly before
each use. If hose is highly worn or cut,
replace.
4. Have heater inspected yearly by a quali-
fied service person.
SPECIFICATIONS
Rating (Btu/Hr)
High 80,000
Low 40,000
Fuel Propane Vapor Only
Fuel Consumption
Gallons/Hour 0.87 / 0.44
Pounds/Hour 3.71 / 1.86
Supply Pressure (To Regulator)
Maximum 200 psi
Minimum, for
input adjustment 20 psi
Manifold Pressure
(inches of water column)
High 18
Low 23.8
Ignitor Gap 0.195"
Weight (Pounds) 13
Shipping Weight
(Pounds) 17
Size - L x W x H
(Inches) 20 x 15 x 16
Minimum Temperature -20ºF (-29ºC)
Surrounding Air Temperature