Desa RCP80V, TC80V owner manual Maintenance, Storage, Specifications, Operation, Continued

Models: RCP80V TC80V

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OWNER’S MANUAL

OPERATION

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FLAME PATTERNS

Figure 5 shows a correct flame pattern. The burner flame is mostly blue with a slight yellow coloring on the ends.

Figure 6 shows an incorrect flame pattern. The flame is mostly yellow. The incorrect flame pattern results from low gas pressure or from flashback.

MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Running heater below specified input rating may cause flashback. During flash- back, the burner flame is mostly yellow. The flame will burn inside the burner tube, causing a roar- ing noise. If flashback occurs,

Yellow

Flame

Blue

Flame STORAGESPECIFICATIONSManual background

Flame Inside Burner Tube (makes roaring noise)

Figure 6 - Incorrect Flame Pattern during Flashback

MAINTENANCE

Manual background WARNING: Never attempt to service heater while it is con- nected to propane supply, oper- ating, or hot. Severe burns can occur.

1.Keep heater clean.

2.Inspect heater before each use. Check connections for leaks. Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to connections. Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected. Correct all leaks at once.

3.Inspect hose/regulator assembly before each use. If hose is highly worn or cut, replace.

4.Have heater inspected yearly by a quali- fied service person.

turn heater off. After burner tube cools, restart the heater.

Slight

Yellow

Coloring on Flame Ends

Blue

Flame

Burner

Tube

OFF

 

LO

HI

MED

 

Figure 5 - Correct Flame Pattern at High Position

STORAGE

Manual background CAUTION: Disconnect heater from propane supply tank(s).

1.Store propane tank(s) in safe manner. Refer to Chapter 5 of Standard for Stor- age and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 and/or CAN/CGA B149.2. Follow all local codes. Always store propane tanks outdoors.

2.Place plastic cover caps over brass fit- tings on inlet connector and hose/regu- lator assembly.

3.Store in a dry, clean, and safe place.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rating (Btu/Hr)

 

High

80,000

Low

40,000

Fuel

Propane Vapor Only

Fuel Consumption

 

Gallons/Hour

0.87 / 0.44

Pounds/Hour

3.71 / 1.86

Supply Pressure (To Regulator)

Maximum

200 psi

Minimum, for

 

input adjustment

20 psi

Manifold Pressure

(inches of water column)

High

18

Low

23.8

Ignitor Gap

0.195"

Weight (Pounds)

13

Shipping Weight

 

(Pounds)

17

Size - L x W x H

 

(Inches)

20 x 15 x 16

Minimum Temperature -20ºF (-29ºC) Surrounding Air Temperature

103385

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