Desa CGD3924PR, CGB3924PR, CGB3930PR Troubleshooting, Observed Problem Possible Cause Remedy

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CGD3924PR, CGB3924PR and CGB3930PR

UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER

TROUBLESHOOTING

Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.

WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater.

CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/ pilot unit.

OBSERVED PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

REMEDY

 

 

 

 

 

When ignitor button is pressed, there is no

1.

Ignitor electrode not connected to igni-

1.

Reconnect ignitor cable

 

spark at ODS/pilot

 

tor cable

 

 

 

 

2.

Ignitor cable pinched or wet

2.

Free ignitor cable if pinched by any

 

 

 

 

metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry

 

3.

Piezo ignitor nut is loose

3.

Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base

 

 

 

 

panel of log set. Nut is located behind

 

 

 

 

base panel.

 

4.

Broken ignitor cable

4.

Replace ignitor cable

 

5.

Bad piezo ignitor

5.

Replace piezo ignitor

 

6.

Ignitor electrode broken

6.

Replace piezo ignitor

 

7.

Ignitor electrode positioned wrong

7.

Replace piezo ignitor

 

 

 

 

 

 

When ignitor button is pressed, there is

1.

Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff

1.

Turn on gas supply or open manual

spark at ODS/pilot but no ignition

 

valve closed

 

shutoff valve

 

2.

Control knob not in PILOT position

2.

Turn control knob to PILOT position

 

3.

Control knob not pressed in while in

3.

Press in control knob while in PILOT

 

 

PILOT position

 

position

 

4.

Air in gas lines when installed

4.

Continue holding down control knob.

 

 

 

 

Repeat igniting operation until air is re-

 

 

 

 

moved

 

5.

Depleted gas supply

5.

Contact local propane gas company

 

6.

ODS/pilot is clogged

6.

Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and

 

 

 

 

Maintenance, page 17) or replace ODS/

 

 

 

 

pilot assembly

 

7.

Gas regulator setting is not correct

7.

Replace gas control

 

 

 

 

 

 

ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when

1.

Control knob not fully pressed in

1.

Press in control knob fully

control knob is released

2.

Control knob not pressed in long enough

2.

After ODS/pilot lights, keep control

 

 

 

 

knob pressed in 30 seconds

 

3.

Manual shutoff valve not fully open

3.

Fully open manual shut-off valve

 

4.

Pilot flame not touching thermocouple,

4.

A) Contact local propane gas company

 

 

which allows thermocouple to cool,

 

B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and

 

 

causing pilot flame to go out. This prob-

 

Maintenance, page 17) or replace ODS/

 

 

lem could be caused by one or both of

 

pilot assembly

 

 

the following:

 

 

 

 

 

A) Low gas pressure

 

 

 

 

 

B) Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot

 

 

 

 

5.

Thermocouple connection loose at con-

5.

Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4

 

 

trol valve

 

turn more

 

6.

Thermocouple damaged

6.

Replace thermocouple

 

7.

Control valve damaged

7.

Replace control valve

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Contents What to do if YOU Smell GAS Safety Information Local Codes Product FeaturesProduct Identification UnpackingUnusually Tight Construction AIR for Combustion and VentilationProviding Adequate Ventilation Confined Space and Unconfined SpaceAIR for Combustion Ventilation Determining FRESH-AIR Flow for Heater LocationDetermining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Building Ventilation AIRVentilation Air From Inside Ventilation Air From OutdoorsCheck GAS Type InstallationInstallation Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances see FigureIf Not Using Mantel Minimum Non-Combustible Material ClearancesMantel Clearances Floor ClearancesInstalling Heater Base Assembly Connecting to GAS SupplyInstallation Items Needed Pressure Testing gas Supply Piping system Checking GAS ConnectionsInstalling 9-Volt Alkaline Battery In Receiver Volt Battery InstallationPressure Testing Heater Gas Connections Installing 9-Volt Battery In Hand- Held Remote Control UnitInstalling Logs CGD3924PR Installing Back Log #1Installing Logs on Models CGB3924PR and CGB3930PR Installing Middle Log #1For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Operating HeaterLighting Instructions Thermostat Control Operation Manual Lighting ProcedureTo Turn OFF GAS To Appliance Hand Held Remote OperationCleaning and Maintenance Inspecting BurnersTroubleshooting Observed Problem Possible Cause RemedyMaintenance, Gas leak. See Warning statement at Technical Service SpecificationsWiring Diagram Accessories Service HintsIllustrated Parts Breakdown CGD3924PRParts List KEY Part Number Description QTYCGB3924PR CGB3930PR CGB3924PR Parts not Under Warranty Replacement PartsParts Under Warranty Parts Central104307 Warranty Information