Vanguard Heating VP22ITA, VP26TA VN30A, VP26A, VP16A, VP16ITA, VP16TA, VN30TA, VN18TA Table of Contents

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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera- tion, service, or maintenance can cause injury or prop- erty damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or addi- tional information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

WARNING: This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to Air for Combustion and Ventilation section on page 5 of this manual.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,* permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases.

*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer

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Safety Information	3	Troubleshooting		20
Local Codes	4	Specifications		23
Product Identification	4	Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List		24
Unpacking	4	Replacement Parts		32
Product Features	4	Service Publications		32
Air For Combustion and Ventilation	5	Service Hints		32
Installation	7	Technical Service		32
Operating Heater	14	Accessories		33
Inspecting Heater	18	Parts Central		33
Cleaning and Maintenance	19	Warranty Information	Back Cover

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Contents VN30A, VN30TA, VP16ITA, VP22ITA Model VN30A ShownTable of Contents Safety Information Product Identification Product FeaturesLocal Codes UnpackingDetermining FRESH-AIR Flow for Heater Location AIR for Combustion VentilationProviding Adequate Ventilation Ventilation AIR Ventilation Air From Inside BuildingCheck GAS Type InstallationInstallation Items Locating HeaterMounting Bracket Installing Heater to WallThermostat Sensing Bulb Removing Front Panel Of HeaterPlaque Heater Methods For Attaching Mounting Bracket To WallMarking Screw Locations Installing Bottom Mounting Screws Placing Heater On Mounting BracketMounting Heater to Floor Connecting to GAS SupplyMounting Base Feet to Floor Where required by local code Mounting Base Feet to HeaterChecking GAS Connections Gas ConnectionPressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Pressurize supply piping system by eitherLighting Instructions NON-THERMOSTAT Models For Your Safety Read Before LightingOperating Heater To Select Heating Level Manual Lighting ProcedureThermostat Models For Your Safety Read Before Lighting To Turn OFF GAS To ApplianceVP16TA VP26TA Thermostat Operation PlaqueBurner Flame Pattern Inspecting HeaterPilot Flame Pattern ODS/PILOT and Burner Cleaning MaintenanceCleaning Burner Pilot AIR Inlet CabinetTroubleshooting Observed Problem Possible Cause RemedyPress in control knob fully Gas leak. See Warning Metal expanding while heating or contracting while coolingSpecifications Illustrated Parts Breakdown Cabinet Body ModelsParts List Cabinet Body Models VP16ITA and VP22ITA KEY Part Number VP16ITA VP22ITA Description Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List Burner Assembly Models VP16A and VN18ABurner Assembly Models VP26A and VN30A ODS/Pilot Burner Assembly VP26A, VN30ABurner Assembly Models VP16ITA and VP22ITA Burner Assembly VP16ITABurner Assembly Models VP16TA, VN18TA, VP26TA, and VN30TA Technical Service Replacement PartsService Publications Service Hints Parts Under WarrantyFAN Kits GA3250T AccessoriesParts Central Equipment Shutoff Valve GA5010113052-01A 113052-01A Limited Warranty Vanguard VENT-FREE Infrared GAS Heaters Warranty InformationKeep this Warranty