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 PROVIDED 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 MONOXIDE POISONING.
CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Safety Information ......................................................................... 2 Product Identification .................................................................... 4 Specifications ................................................................................ 4 Unpacking ...................................................................................... 5 Theory of Operation ......................................................................
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued ! WARNINGS 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. 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.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Top Debris Shield H IG H Ignitor Electrode IN D IC AT O O FF R LO W Shell Thermocouple Pilot Burner Tube Base Piezo Ignitor Button Main Burner Valve Handle Inlet Connector Main Burner Valve Automatic Control Valve Button Automatic Control Valve Hose/Regulator Assembly Figure 1 - Product Identification SPECIFICATIONS 4 Rating (BTU/Hr) High ................................................................................ 73,000 Low .....................................
UNPACKING 1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. Keep plastic cover 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. THEORY OF OPERATION The Fuel System: The hose/regulator assembly attaches to the propane gas supply. This provides fuel to the heater.
INSTALLATION WARNING Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Information section, pages 2 and 3. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. WARNING Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installation 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 on tank.
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 Information section, pages 2 and 3.
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.
Yellow Flame Incorrect Flame Pattern–Flashback Blue Flame IN D IC AT O O FF R H IG H LO W 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.
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.
ACCESSORIES REPLACEMENT PARTS Purchase these heater accessories and parts from your nearest dealer or service 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.
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN RCP80, TC80 1 2 HEATER EXPLODED VIEW 3 4 5 6 24 25 7 8 13 15 14 8 16 3 22 11 23 19 17 9 20 9 27 28 12 18 4 10 4 26 21 12 099684
PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions under Replacement Parts on page 11 of this manual. KEY NO. PART NO.
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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 condition.