TC100VR (Propane) and TC100VRNG (Natural Gas) 100,000 BTU CONSTRUCTION HEATERs

SAFETY

INFORMATION

WARNINGS

WARNING: FIRE, BURN, IN-

HALATION, AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUS- TIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING MA- TERIALS, PAPER OR CARD- BOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE IN- STRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASO- LINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THIN- NER, DUST PARTICLES OR UN- KNOWN CHEMICALS.

WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE.

The heater is designed for use as a construction heater in accordance with ANSI Z83.7/CGA

2.14.Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heating products for specific uses. Your local authority can advise you about these. The primary purpose of construction heaters is to provide temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration or re- pair. Properly used, the heater provides safe economical heating. Products of combustion are vented into the area being heated.

We cannot foresee every use which may be made of our heaters. CHECK WITH

YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY AU- THORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT HEATER USE.

Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products for specific uses. Your local authorities can advise you about these.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others. Early signs of carbon monoxide poi- soning resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness, and/or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater may not be working prop- erly. Get fresh air at once! Check for proper ventilation and have heater serviced.

Propane Gas: Propane gas is odorless. An odor-making agent is added to propane gas. The odor helps you detect a propane gas leak. However, the odor added to propane gas may fade. Propane gas may be present even though no odor exists.

Natural Gas: Natural gas has a distinctive odor. This odor helps you detect a natural gas leak. However, the odor may fade. Natu- ral gas may be present even though no odor exists.

Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this heater.

Install and use heater with care. Follow all local ordinances and codes. In the absence of local ordinances and codes, refer to the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas In- stallation Code, CAN/CGA B149.2. This instructs on the safe storage and handling of propane gases.

For Model TC100VR, use only propane gas set up for vapor withdrawal.

For Model TC100VRNG, use only natu- ral gas. Do not attempt to use with LP gas.

Provide adequate ventilation. Before us- ing heater, provide at least a 3 square foot opening of fresh, outside air.

This heater produces carbon monoxide, which is listed by the State of California as a reproductive toxin under Proposi- tion 65.

For indoor use only. Do not use heater outdoors.

Keep heater away from strong drafts, wind, water spray, rain, or dripping water.

Do not use heater in occupied dwellings or in living or sleeping quarters.

Do not use heater in a basement or be- low ground level. If a leak occurs, gas may collect into hazardous amounts.

Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, paint thinner, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Dust is combustible. Do not use heater in areas with high dust content.

Minimum heater clearances from com- bustibles: Sides: 6 feet, Top: 5 feet.

For Model TC100VR, keep heater at least six feet from propane tank(s).

For Model TC100VR, keep propane tank(s) below 100° F.

Use only the hose and factory preset regulator provided with the heater (if used).

Check heater for damage before each use. Do not use a damaged heater.

Check hose (if used) before each use of heater. If highly worn or cut, replace with hose specified by manufacturer before using heater.

Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its original state.

Do not use heater if altered.

Locate heater on stable and level surface if heater is hot or operating.

Not intended for use on finished floors.

Never block air inlet (bottom of shell) or air outlet (around top of shell) of heater.

Do not leave heater unattended.

Keep children and animals away from heater.

Never move, handle, or service a hot or operating heater. Severe burns may re- sult. You must wait 20 minutes after turn- ing heater off.

To prevent injury, wear gloves when han- dling heater.

Never attach duct work to heater.

Turn off gas supply to heater when not in use.

Use only original replacement parts. This heater must use design-specific parts. Do not substitute or use generic parts. Im- proper replacement parts could cause serious or fatal injuries.

UNPACKING

1.Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. Keep plastic cover caps (attached to valve inlet and hose/ regulator assembly) for storage.

2.Remove all items from carton.

3.Check all items for shipping damage. If heater is damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought heater.

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Desa TC100VRNG owner manual Safety Information, Unpacking