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OWNER’S MANUAL
STORAGE
CAUTION: Disconnect heater
from propane supply tank(s).
1. Do not store heater while attached to
propane tank. Remove the gas supply
hose from the propane tank by turning
the fuel gas connector nut clockwise.
2. Store propane tank(s) in safe manner.
Refer to Chapter 5 of Standard for
Storage and Handling of Liquified
Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58.
Follow all local codes. Always store
propane tanks outdoors. Never store
propane tank in an enclosed area.
3. Place plastic cover caps over brass
fittings on inlet connector and hose/
regulator assembly.
4. Store in a dry, clean, and safe place.
TROUBLESHOOTING
You may have further questions about this
heater. If so, contact DESA International’s
Technical Service Department at 1-800-
323-5190 or visit our web site at
www.desatech.com.
1. Open propane supply valve slowly
2. Replace burner/valve assembly
3. Verify ignitor electrode gap is .120".
Check wire lead for damage. Replace
piezo ignitor and/or ignitor electrode as
necessary
1. Relight, hold automatic control valve
button in 45 seconds
2. Check propane tank(s) for proper gas
supply
3. Tighten connection or replace
thermocouple
4. Replace automatic control valve
assembly
1. Check gas supply; check regulator
output
2. Consult propane gas supplier
3. Replace burner assembly
1. Propane supply valve closed on propane
tank(s)
2. Blockage in burner/valve assembly
3. Piezo ignition system not sparking
1. Not enough warm-up time
2. Low gas pressure
3. Thermocouple loose or needs to be
replaced
4. Automatic control valve needs to be
replaced
1. Low gas pressure
2. Low fuel supply
3. Plugged gas orifices
Burner fails to light
Burner lights but goes out when automatic
control valve button is released
Maximum burn rate is low
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
WARNING: Never attempt to service heater while it is connected to
propane supply, operating, or hot. Severe burns can occur.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Never attempt to
service heater while it is connected
to propane supply, operating, 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 it immediately.
4. Have heater inspected yearly by a
qualified service person.
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