Desa FGHS30NGB installation manual Check GAS Type, Installation Items, Locating Heater

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OWNER’S MANUAL

INSTALLATION

NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your pri- mary heating system. Do not in- stall this heater as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater. This will help circu- late the heat throughout the house. In the event of a power outage, you can use this heater as your primary heat source.

WARNING: A qualified ser- vice person must install heater. Follow all local codes.

CHECK GAS TYPE

Use only natural gas. If your gas supply is not natural, do not install heater. Call dealer where you bought heater for proper type heater.

INSTALLATION ITEMS

Before installing heater, make sure you have the items listed below:

•piping (check local codes)

•sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)

•equipment shutoff valve *

•ground joint union

•test gauge connection *

•sediment trap

•tee joint

•pipe wrench

*A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Pur- chase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 20.

LOCATING HEATER

This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall.

WARNING: Maintain the mini- mum clearances shown in Figure

4.If you can, provide greater clear- ances from floor, ceiling, and join- ing wall.

You can locate heater on floor, away from a wall. An optional floor mounting stand is needed. Purchase the floor mounting stand from your dealer. See Accessories, page 20.

WARNING: Never install the heater

•in a bedroom or bathroom

•in a recreational vehicle

•where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front, top, or sides of the heater

•as a fireplace insert

•in high traffic areas

•in windy or drafty areas

CAUTION: This heater cre- ates warm air currents. These currents move heat to wall sur- faces next to heater. Installing heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating heater where impurities (such as to- bacco smoke, aromatic candles, cleaning fluids, oil or kerosene lamps, etc.) in the air exist, may discolor walls.

CEILING

36"

6"Minimum Minimum

From Sides of

Heater

Right

Side

Left

Side

16.75"

FLOOR Minimum to Top

of Carpeting, Tile,

or Other Combustible Material

Figure 4 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Heater

IMPORTANT: Vent-free heaters add mois- ture to the air. Although this is beneficial, installing heater in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture. See Air for Com- bustion and Ventilation, pages 4 through 6.

CAUTION: If you install the heater in a home garage

•heater pilot and burner must be at least 18 inches above floor

•locate heater where moving ve- hicle will not hit it

For convenience and efficiency, install heater

•where there is easy access for operation, inspection, and service

•in coldest part of room

An optional fan kit is available from your dealer. See Accessories, page 20. If planning to use fan, locate heater near an electrical outlet.

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Contents What to do if YOU Smell GAS OWNER’S Operation and Installation Manual FGHS30NGBBlue Flame Natural GAS Heater Safety InformationUnpacking Product FeaturesProduct Identification Local CodesConfined and Unconfined Space AIR for Combustion and VentilationProviding Adequate Ventilation Unusually Tight ConstructionDetermining FRESH-AIR Flow for Heater Location AIR for Combustion VentilationDetermining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Ventilation Air From Inside Building Ventilation AIRVentilation Air From Outdoors Check GAS Type InstallationInstallation Items Locate heater where moving ve- hicle will not hit itInstalling Thermostat Sensing Bulb Installing Heater to WallAttaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Installing Bottom Mounting ScrewsPlacing Heater On Mounting Bracket Typical Inlet Pipe Diameters Connecting to GAS SupplyOperating Heater For Your Safety Read Before LightingPressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Pressure Testing Heater Gas ConnectionsThermostat Control Operation Manual Lighting ProcedureLighting Instructions To Turn OFF GAS To ApplianceInspecting Burner Cleaning and MaintenanceObserved Problem Possible Cause Remedy TroubleshootingMaintenance, Gas leak. See Warning statement at TopParts Centrals SpecificationsIllustrated PARTS8 Breakdown ODS/Pilot AssemblyThermostat Model FGHS30NGB KEY Part Number Description QTY Parts ListService Publications Accessories Replacement PartsService Hints Technical Service107340 Warranty Information

FGHS30NGB specifications

The Desa FGHS30NGB is a leading model in the world of portable propane gas heaters, widely renowned for its exceptional performance, advanced features, and versatile applications. Designed to provide efficient heating, this model delivers warmth where it is needed most, perfect for both indoor and outdoor environments.

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The FGHS30NGB incorporates modern technologies that enhance its efficiency. It features an innovative combustion system that allows for optimal fuel utilization, minimizing emissions and maximizing heat output. This not only makes it environmentally friendly but also economical for users, as they can expect reduced operational costs.

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