Desa VN1000B installation manual Connecting to GAS Supply Checking GAS Connections

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CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY

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CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS

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IMPORTANT: Hold pressure regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and/or fittings.

 

 

Pressure

 

 

 

Regulator

3/8" NPT

 

 

 

Pipe Nipple

 

 

 

 

 

Heater

 

 

 

Cabinet

 

Ground Joint Union

 

 

 

Manual

Tee Joint

 

 

 

 

 

Shutoff

Reducer

 

Test

Valve *

 

Bushing to

Gauge

From

 

 

1/8" NPT

Connection *

External

 

 

 

1/8" NPT

 

 

Regulator

 

 

 

(4" W.C. to

 

Plug Tap

 

 

 

 

 

 

10.5" W.C.

 

Tee

 

 

Pressure)

3" Minimum

Joint

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pipe

Sediment Trap

 

 

Nipple

 

 

Cap

Figure 12 - Gas Connection

*An A.G.A. design certified manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional A.G.A. design certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessory, page 25.

WARNING

Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.

WARNING

Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM

Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG

1.Disconnect heater and its individual manual shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig will damage heater regulator.

2.Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual shutoff valve was connected.

3.Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter.

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Contents OWNER’S Operation and Installation Manual What to do if YOU Smell GASContents Safety Information Product Identification Local Codes Unpacking Product FeaturesSafety Device Piezo Ignition SystemUnusually Tight Construction Fresh AIR for Combustion and VentilationProducing Adequate Ventilation Unconfined SpaceDetermining FRESH-AIR Flow for Heater Location Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined SpaceVentilation AIR Ventilation Air From Inside BuildingVentilation AIR Ventilation Air From OutdoorsLocating Heater Installation ItemsCheck GAS Type Installing Heater to Wall Marking Screw LocationsInstalling Two Mounting Screws Folding AnchorPlacing Heater On Mounting Screws Connecting to GAS Supply Connecting to GAS Supply Checking GAS Connections Pressure Testing GAS Supply Piping SystemPressure Testing Heater GAS Connections Manual Shutoff ValveFor Your Safety Read Before Lighting Operating HeaterControl knob and turn counterclockwise C-clockwise Shutting Off Heater Operating Heater Inspecting BurnerPilot Flame Pattern Shutting Off Burner Only pilot stays litBurner Flame Pattern Correct Burner Flame PatternCabinet Cleaning and Maintenance Trouble ShootingODS/PILOT and Burner Orifice Observed Possible Remedy Problem Cause TROUBLE- ShootingCleaning and Mainte Ing statement at TopTechnical Service Service HintsParts Not Under Warranty Replacement Parts Service Publications AccessoryParts Under Warranty Valve GA5010Heater Exploded View Parts List KEY Part Number Description QTYWarranty Information Keep this Warranty

VN1000B specifications

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