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PROPANE
CONSTRUCTION
HEATER
OWNER’S MANUAL
Models: TC80 and RCP80
IMPORTANT
Read and understand this manual before assembling, starting, or servicing heater.
Improper use of heater can cause serious injury. Keep this manual for future
reference.
GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PRO-
VIDED WITH THIS HEATER, CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION,
BURN, ASPHYXIATION, AND/OR CARBON MONOXI
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SECTION PAGE CONTENTS Safety Information ......................................................................... 2 Product Identification .................................................................... 4 Specifications ................................................................................ 4 Unpacking...................................................................................... 5 Theory of Operation ...................................................................... 5
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! WARNINGS SAFETY Propane Gas: Propane gas is odorless. An odor-making agent is added to propane INFORMATION gas. The odor helps you detect a propane gas leak. However, the odor added to Continued propane gas may fade. Propane 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
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Top PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Debris Shield Shell Thermocouple Ignitor Electrode Pilot Burner Base Tube Piezo Ignitor Button Main Burner Valve Handle Inlet Connector Main Burner Valve Automatic Automatic Hose/Regulator Control Valve Control Valve Assembly Button Figure 1 - Product Identification Rating (BTU/Hr) SPECIFICATIONS High ................................................................................ 73,000 Low ..............................................................................
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1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. Keep plastic cover UNPACKING caps (attached to inlet connector 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. The Fuel System: The hose/regulator assembly attaches to the propane gas THEORY OF supply. This provides fuel to the heater. OPERATION The Ignition System: The piezo ignitor lights the pilot f
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INSTALLATION WARNING Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Informa- tion section, pages 2 and 3. They are needed to safely oper- ate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. WARNING Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installa- tion or servicing. Correct all leaks at once. 1. Provide propane supply system (see Propane Supply, page 5). 2. Connect POL fitting on hose/regulator assembly to propane tank(s). Turn POL fitting counterclockwise into threads
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5. Check all connections for leaks. Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected. WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected. Correct all leaks at once. 6. Close propane supply valve. OPERATION WARNING Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Informa- tion section, pages 2 and 3. They are needed to safely oper- at
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5. If pilot light goes out, repeat step 4. 6. When pilot remains lit, fully open main burner valve. Do this by turning valve handle to the HIGH position. You can now position the handle to any setting between HIGH and LOW. CAUTION Only use the main burner valve handle to adjust the burner flame. Always turn handle pointer to the HIGH position before turning it to a lower position. Never set handle pointer between the LOW and OFF positions. Flame Patterns Figure 5 shows a correct flame pattern. T
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Yellow Flame Incorrect Flame Pattern–Flashback Blue Flame Burner Tube Flame Inside Burner Tube (makes roaring noise) Figure 6 - Flame Pattern during Flashback To Stop Heater 1. Tightly close propane supply valve on propane tank(s). Allow heater to burn remaining fuel in hose. 2. Shut off main burner valve. Do this by turning valve handle towards the OFF position until it stops. To Restart Heater 1. Wait five minutes after stopping heater. 2. Restart heater by following steps under To Start Heate
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MAINTENANCE WARNING Never attempt to service heater while it is connected to propane supply, operating, 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 service person. T
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Purchase these heater accessories and parts from your nearest dealer or service ACCESSORIES center. If they can not supply an accessory or part, either contact your nearest Parts Central (listed in the separate Authorized Service Center booklet) or call DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. Part Number Description LPA4020 Fuel Gas Connector Connects regulator to all standard prop
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ILLUSTRATED 1 PARTS 2 BREAKDOWN RCP80, TC80 HEATER EXPLODED VIEW 3 4 5 6 24 25 7 8 13 15 14 8 22 16 11 23 3 19 17 20 9 9 27 28 12 18 4 10 4 26 21 12 099684
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the PARTS LIST instructions under Replacement Parts on page 11 of this manual. KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 098823-02 Deflector Top 1 2 097187-01 Rivet 3 3 097052-01 Standoff Bracket 6 4 M11084-27 Screw, #10-16 x 1/2" 8 5 098822-02 Half Shell 2 6 M50110-03 Rivet 10 7 099851-01 Burner Assembly 1 8 M12461-51 Screw, #10-24 x 1/2" 5 9 097384-01 Nut, #10-24 5 10 098824-02 Base 1 11 099236-01 Thermocouple Kit
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WARRANTY AND REPAIR SERVICE KEEP THIS WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY DESA International warrants this product and any parts thereof, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of first purchase when operated and maintained in accordance with instructions. This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser, when proof of purchase is provided. This warranty covers only the cost of parts and labor required to restore the product to proper operating c
