Vanguard Heating VP2000BTC, VP2800BTC installation manual Trouble Shooting

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TROUBLE-

WARNING ICONG 001 WARNING

SHOOTING

 

If you smell gas

Continued

• Shut off gas supply.

• Do not try to light any appliance.

 

 

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not

 

use any phone in your building.

 

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a

 

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s

 

instructions.

 

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call

 

the fire department.

 

 

IMPORTANT: Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors.

OBSERVED

POSSIBLE

 

 

 

 

 

PROBLEM

CAUSE

REMEDY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heater produces a

1.

Metal expanding while

1.

This is common with

clicking/ticking noise

 

heating or contracting

 

most heaters. If noise is

just after burner is lit

 

while cooling

 

excessive, contact

or shut off

 

 

 

qualified service person

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heater produces

1.

Heater burning vapors

1.

Ventilate room. Stop

unwanted odors

 

from paint, hair spray,

 

using odor causing

 

 

glues, etc. (see IMPOR-

 

products while heater is

 

 

TANT statement above).

 

running

 

2.

Low fuel supply

2.

Refill supply tank

 

3.

Gas leak. See Warn-

3.

Locate and correct all

 

 

ing statement at

 

leaks (see Checking Gas

 

 

top of page

 

Connections, page 15)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heater shuts off in

1.

Not enough fresh air is

1.

Open window and/or

use (ODS operates)

 

available

 

door for ventilation

 

2.

Low line pressure

2.

Contact local propane

 

 

 

 

gas company

 

3.

ODS/pilot is partially

3.

Clean ODS/pilot (see

 

 

clogged

 

Cleaning and Mainte-

 

 

 

 

nance, page 22)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gas odor even when

1.

Gas leak. See Warn-

1.

Locate and correct all

control knob is in

 

ing statement at

 

leaks (see Checking Gas

OFF position

 

top of page

 

Connections, page 15)

 

2.

Control valve defective

2.

Replace control valve

 

 

 

 

 

Gas odor during

1.

Foreign matter between

1. Take apart gas tubing and

combustion

 

control valve and burner

 

remove foreign matter

 

2.

Gas leak. See Warn-

2.

Locate and correct all

 

 

ing statement at

 

leaks (see Checking Gas

 

 

top of page

 

Connections, page 15)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moisture/condensa-

1.

Not enough combus-

1.

Refer to Air for Combus-

tion noticed on

 

tion/ventilation air

 

tion and Ventilation re-

windows

 

 

 

quirements (page 5)

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents What to do if YOU Smell GAS OWNER’S Operation and Installation ManualSafety Information ContentsSafety Product Identification FeaturesLocal Codes UnpackingVentilation AIR for CombustionProviding Adequate Ventilation Determining AIR Flow for Heater Location AIR for Combustion and VentilationDetermining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Ventilation Air From Inside Building Ventilation AIRVentilation Air from Outdoors Ventilation Air From OutdoorsInstallation Items Installing To WallCheck GAS Type Locating HeaterLocating Thermostat Sensing Bulb Thermostat Sensing BulbAttaching Thermostat Sensing Bulb Wall Installing Heater to WallMounting Bracket Removing Front Panel Of HeaterMaintain minimum clearances shown in . If you can Marking Screw LocationsProvide greater clearances from floor and joining wall Attaching Mounting Bracket To WallPlacing Heater On Mounting Bracket Installing Bottom Mounting ScrewsSupply Connecting To GASChecking GAS Pressure Testing GAS Supply Piping SystemConnections Checking Pressure Testing Heater GAS ConnectionsOperating Heater For Your Safety Read Before LightingOperating Heater Shutting Off Heater Manual Lighting ProcedureShutting Off Burner Only pilot stays lit Pilot Flame Pattern Inspecting BurnerCorrect Burner Flame Pattern Burner Flame PatternObserved Possible Problem Cause Remedy Cleaning and Maintenance Trouble ShootingODS/PILOT and Burner CabinetObserved Possible Remedy Problem CauseTROUBLE- Shooting Cleaning and MainteTrouble Shooting Service Hints Technical ServiceVP2000BTC VP2800BTC Parts Under Warranty Service Publications Replacement PartsParts Not Under Warranty VP2000BTC VP2800BTC KEY Part Number for VP2000BTC VP2800BTC Description QTY Parts ListFloor Mounting Stand AccessoriesModel VP2000BTC GA4000B Model VP2800BTC GA4010B Manual Shutoff103876 Limited Warranty VENT-FREE Residential GAS Heaters Warranty Information

VP2800BTC, VP2000BTC specifications

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The VP2000BTC is designed with a powerful 2000-watt output, making it suitable for smaller spaces or specific zones within larger environments. It boasts a sleek, modern design that allows for easy integration into any setting, whether it’s a living room, office, or workshop. One of its key features is the advanced thermostat control, which enables precise temperature regulation. This not only enhances user comfort but also contributes to energy efficiency by ensuring that the heating system operates only when necessary.

On the other hand, the VP2800BTC steps up the power to an impressive 2800 watts, making it ideal for larger spaces requiring a more robust heating solution. This model incorporates a multi-functional control panel that allows the user to set timers and customize heating schedules. By doing so, users can optimize their energy consumption, leading to cost savings over time.

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