PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER OWNER’S MANUAL BLP30, RLP30, and REM30LP 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.
30,000 BTU/Hr PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS WARNING: FIRE, BURN, INHALATION, AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARDBOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNER, DUST PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS. WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE.
OWNER’S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Hot Air Outlet (Front) UNPACKING 1. Outer Shell Handle 2. 3. Motor Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. Keep plastic cover caps (attached to inlet connector and hose/regulator assembly) for storage. Remove all items from carton. Check all items for shipping damage. If heater is damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought heater.
30,000 BTU/Hr PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ASSEMBLY PROPANE SUPPLY 1. 1. Propane gas and propane tank(s) are to be furnished by the user. 2. 2. 3. Remove screw from top of fan guard. Discard screw. Insert nut clip (provided with handle) with flat side facing up through slot in top of shell. Align holes in nut clip with screw hole behind slot in top of shell. (see Figure 4). Place handle over hole and clip. Insert two screws (provided with handle) through handle and tighten into shell.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTILATION WARNING: Provide at least a one square foot opening of fresh, outside air while running heater. If proper fresh, outside air ventilation is not provided, carbon monoxide poisoning can occur. Provide proper fresh, outside air ventilation before running heater. OPERATION 6. WARNING: Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Information section, page 2. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. To Start Heater 1. 2. 3.
30,000 BTU/Hr PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER STORAGE CAUTION: Disconnect heater from propane supply tank(s). 1. 2. 3. 4. Store propane tank(s) in safe manner. See Chapter 5 of Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58. Follow all local codes. Always store propane tanks outdoors. Place plastic cover caps over brass fittings on inlet connector and hose/ regulator assembly. Store in dry, clean, and safe place.
OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s Technical Service web site at www.desatech.com. WARNING: Never service heater while it is plugged in, connected to propane supply, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur. OBSERVED FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fan does not turn when heater is plugged in. 1. No electrical power to heater 1. Check voltage to electrical outlet. If voltage is good, check heater power cord for breaks 2.
30,000 BTU/Hr PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES You can also visit DESA International’s Technical Service web site at www.desatech.com. WARNING: Never service heater while it is plugged in, connected to propane supply, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The entire electrical system for this heater is contained within the motor. If any part of the electrical system is damaged, you must replace motor.
OWNER’S MANUAL SERVICE PROCEDURES Continued FAN 1. Remove three screws that attach fan guard to heater shell. 2. Remove motor and fan guard from heater shell (see Figure 13). 3. Use hex wrench to loosen set screw that holds fan to motor shaft (see Figure 14). 4. Remove fan. Be careful not to damage the fan blade pitch. 5a. If replacing fan, remove old fan and discard. Go to step 7 below. 5b. If cleaning fan,use soft cloth moistened with kerosene or solvent. 6. Dry fan thoroughly. 7.
30,000 BTU/Hr PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES Continued IGNITOR 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Remove motor and fan guard from heater (see Motor, page 8, steps 1 and 2). Remove black ignitor wire from piezo ignitor. Access ignitor wire through underside of heater base (see Figure 16). Push wire up through notch in filler panel. Remove ignitor mounting screw from rear head using nut-driver or standard screwdriver (see Figure 17). Remove ignitor from rear head. Install new ignitor.
OWNER’S MANUAL ACCESSORIES Purchase 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 contact DESA International for referral information. DESA International P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 1-800-972-7879 Parts Department LPA1020: 10' Rubber Hose with Brass Fitting U.L. listed. LPA2170: Propane Gas Regulator U.L. listed.
30,000 BTU/Hr PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BLP30 RLP30 REM30LP 1 16 6 15 2 13 5 7 8 14 18 19 4 20 12 9 10 22 21 11 3 17 12 104163
OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 11 of this manual. BLP30 RLP30 REM30LP KEY NO. PART NO.
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.
