Desa RCP200V Owner's Manual

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103886-01F2For more information, visit www.desatech.comFor more information, visit www.desatech.comTABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATIONSAFETY 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.WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONALVEHICLE USE.The heater is designed for use as a construction heater in accordancewith ANSI Z83.7/CGA 2.14. Other standards govern the use of fuelgases and heating products for specific uses. Your local authority canadvise you about these. The primary purpose of construction heaters isto provide temporary heating of buildings under construction, alterationor repair. 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 AUTHORITYIF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT 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 affectedby carbon monoxide than others. Early signs of carbon monoxideWARNINGSPropane Gas: Propane gas is odorless. An odor-making agent isadded to propane gas. The odor helps you detect a propane gas leak.However, the odor added to propane gas may fade. Propane gas maybe 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 ordinances andcodes. In the absence of local ordinances and codes, refer to theStandard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas,ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.2. This instructs on the safe storage and handling ofpropane gases.• This product has been approved for use in the Commonwealthof Massachusetts.• Use only propane gas set up for vapor withdrawal.• Provide adequate ventilation. Before using heater, provide at leasta six-square-foot opening of fresh, outside air. This heater pro-duces carbon monoxide, which is listed by the State of Califor-nia as a reproductive toxin under Proposition 65.• For indoor use only. Do not use heater outdoors.• Keep heater away from strong drafts, wind, water spray, rain, ordripping water.• Do not use heater in occupied dwellings or in living or sleepingquarters.• Do not use heater in a basement or below ground level. Propanegas is heavier than air. If a leak occurs, propane gas may sink tothe lowest possible level.• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gaso-line, paint thinner, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Dust iscombustible. Do not use heater in areas with high dust content.• Minimum heater clearances from combustibles:Sides: 3 feet, Top: 7 feet.• Keep heater at least six feet from propane tank(s).TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3UNPACKING ............................................................................... 3THEORY OF OPERATION ......................................................... 3PROPANE SUPPLY .................................................................... 3VENTILATION ............................................................................. 4INSTALLATION ........................................................................... 4OPERATION ............................................................................... 4STORAGE ................................................................................... 5MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 5REPLACEMENT PARTS ............................................................ 5SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 6TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 6ACCESSORIES .......................................................................... 6ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ......... 7WARRANTY INFORMATION ...................................... Back CoverWARNING: This product contains and/or generateschemicals known to the State of California to causecancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm.poisoning 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! Check for proper ventilation and have heaterserviced.