Desa AT Series Owner's Manual

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1030182For more information, visit www.desatech.comFor more information, visit www.desatech.comPropane/LP Gas: Propane/LP gas is odorless. An odor-making agentis added to propane/LP gas. The odor helps you detect a propane/LPgas leak. However, the odor added to propane/LP gas can fade.Propane/LP gas may be present even though no odor exists.Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep thismanual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operationof this heater.• Install and use heater with care. Follow all local ordinancesand codes. In the absence of local ordinances and codes, referto the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petro-leum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Propane Installation Code,CAN/CGA B149.2. This instructs on the safe storage and han-dling of propane gases.• Use only the electrical voltage and frequency specified onmodel plate. The electrical connections and grounding of theheater shall follow the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70or the Canadian Electric Code, Part 1.• Electrical grounding instructions — This appliance is equippedwith a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection againstshock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properlygrounded three-prong receptacle or extension cord.• Approved by the New York City Fire Department under cer-tificate of Approval #4953. To be used only at constructionsite with applicable New York City codes, regulations, rules,directives, permits, etc.• This product has been approved for use in the Commonwealthof Massachusetts.• For indoor use only. Provide adequate ventilation.• Keep heater away from strong drafts, wind, water spray, rain,or dripping water.• Use only in well-vented areas. Before using heater, provide atleast a three-square-foot opening of fresh, outside air for each100,000 Btu/Hr of rating. This heater produces carbon mon-oxide, which is listed by the State of California as a reproduc-tive toxin under Proposition 65.• Do not use heater outdoors or in occupied dwellings.WARNING: Not for home or recreational vehicle use.The heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heaterunder ANSI Z83.7. The purpose of construction heaters is to providetemporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration orrepair. Properly used, the heater provides safe economical heating.Products of combustion are vented into the area being heated.We cannot foresee every use which may be made of our heaters.Check with your local fire safety authority if you have questionsabout heater use.Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producingproducts for specific uses. Your local authorities can advise youabout these.Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Some people are more affected bycarbon monoxide than others. Early signs of carbon monoxidepoisoning resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness, and/or nau-sea. If you have these signs, the heater may not be working properly.Get fresh air at once! Have heater serviced.SAFETY INFORMATIONWARNING: FIRE, BURN, INHALATION, AND EX-PLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES,SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARD-BOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THEHEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUC-TIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICHDO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNECOMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASO-LINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNER, DUST PARTICLESOR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS.WARNINGSTABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATIONTABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2UNPACKING ............................................................................... 3PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3THEORY OF OPERATION ......................................................... 4PROPANE/LP SUPPLY .............................................................. 4VENTILATION ............................................................................. 4INSTALLATION ........................................................................... 4OPERATION ............................................................................... 5STORAGE ................................................................................... 6MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 6SERVICE PROCEDURE ............................................................ 6WIRING DIAGRAMS ................................................................... 8SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 8ACCESSORIES .......................................................................... 9TECHNICAL SERVICE ............................................................... 9SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ......................................................... 9REPLACEMENT PARTS ............................................................ 9ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ....... 10WARRANTY INFORMATION ...................................... Back Cover