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WARNING

For Your Safety

Propane gas is VERY FLAMMABLE! It is scented and its strong odor is readily detectable. In the event of

a leak, propane will accumulate and the possibility of a ﬁre is present. If you smell gas:

• Never strike a match, create a ﬂame or an electric spark.

• Move the heater outside and ventilate the area thoroughly.

• Find and correct the source of the leak before attempting to light the heater. If the leak cannot be

corrected, do not tamper with the heater.

• Turn the heater “OFF” and consult the manufacturer, a qualiﬁed installer or the gas supplier.

Keep these instructions for future reference.

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, burns, asphyxiation, carbon monoxide poisoning, and / or electrical shock.

Only persons who can understand and follow the instructions should use or service

this heater. If you need assistance or heater information such as an instruction manual,

label, etc. contact the manufacturer.

Fire, burn, inhalation, and explosion hazard. Keep 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.

This heater is not approved for use in any indoor residential application. This

includes, but is not limited to, attached garages, solarium, living quarters, mobile

homes, campers, tents, recreational vehicles etc.

PT Series Manual

Detroit Radiant Products Co.

Installation

Operation

Maintenance

and Parts

Important! The LP gas heater is designed and

approved for use as a construction heater in

accordance with the ANSI Z83.7a-2007 Standard.

Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and

heat producing products in speciﬁc applications.

Check with local authorities if you have questions or

need advice about applications.

Models P-16T & P-32T

LIOPT-Rev. 29110

Print: LIOPT-1M-6/12 (CDS)

Replaces: LIOPT-3M-10/10 (CDS)

Summary of content (12 pages)

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Detroit Radiant Products Co. PT Series Manual Models P-16T & P-32T Installation Operation Maintenance and Parts ! Important! The LP gas heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater in accordance with the ANSI Z83.7a-2007 Standard. Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products in specific applications. Check with local authorities if you have questions or need advice about applications.
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PT Series Contents 1.0 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Warning Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Clearance to Combustibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1.0 Safety • Warning Symbols • Applications PT Series 1.0 Safety ! ! WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. All persons involved with the operation and maintenance of this heater must read and understand the information in this manual before use or service of the heater. Warning Symbols Safety is the most important consideration during installation, operation and maintenance of the infrared heater.
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PT Series 1.0 Safety • Clearance to Combustibles Clearance to Combustibles ! WARNING Improperly connected gas line may result in serious injury or death, explosion, poisonous fumes, toxic gases, asphyxiation. Connect gas lines in accordance to national, state, provincial and local codes. Placement of explosive objects, flammable objects, liquids and vapors close to the heater may result in explosion, fire, property damage, serious injury or death.
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1.0 Safety • Clearance to Combustibles • Safety Signs and Labels PT Series Chart 1.1 • Clearance to Combustibles (in Inches) Model No. Sides Back Top Front P-16T 18 18 48 48 P-32T 24 18 48 72 Figure 1.1 • Clearance to Combustibles Top Side Front Side Back SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW Safety Signs and Labels Safety warning labels must be maintained on the infrared heater. Illustrations of the safety labels, and their locations, are pictured below.
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PT Series 2.0 Installation • Assembly 2.0 Installation Read and understand, the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before assembling or operating this equipment. ! WARNING Insufficient ventilation may result in fire, explosion, health problems, carbon monoxide poisoning, serious injury or death. Vent enclosed spaces and buildings according to national, state, provincial and local codes.
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2.0 Installation • Heater Dimensions • Mounting LP Gas Model PT Series The heater contained in this carton has been factory assembled and is in an operable condition without the need of adjustment or further assembly. Only use the pressure regulator (and hose, LP only) supplied with the heater. Alteration of the heater or replacement of components not specified by Detroit Radiant Products Co. voids all approvals and warranties. Figure 2.1 • Heater Dimensions Chart 2.
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PT Series 2.0 Installation • Mounting the Heater ! WARNING Improperly connected gas lines may result in fire, explosion, poisonous fumes, toxic gases, asphyxiation and death. Connect gas lines in accordance to national, state and local codes. Mounting the Heater (P-16T, P-32T) 1 Attach the mounting bracket to the heater by lining up the upper hole of the bracket with the mounting hole located on the side of the heater. Fasten the two parts with the 3/8-16 thumbscrew provided.
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3.0 Operation • Lighting the Heater • Shutdown PT Series 3.0 Operation ! WARNING Improperly connected or damaged gas line may result in fire, explosion, poisonous fumes, toxic gases, asphyxiation serious injury or death. Check the hose assembly and gas connection before each use. Gas lines must be installed in accordance to national, state, provincial and local codes. Ignition flame may flash during lighting of the heater which may cause burns.
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PT Series 4.0 Maintenance • Storage • Troubleshooting Guide 4.0 Maintenance ! WARNING Gas hoses that are cut or have abrasions and/or wear may fail and release gas resulting in fire, explosion, serious injury or death. Replace worn or damaged hoses before use. Never operate the heater if repairs are necessary.
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5.0 Parts • Components List PT Series 5.0 Parts Figure 5.1 • Components 107, 108 Ball check & screen 105, 106 109P, 110P 102, 104 111 110B 101, 103 112B 114B 3/8” Male Connector 3/8” Tee 3/8” Flare Plug 113A 123A 118 119 LP Gas LP gas cylinder (not included) PART# DESCRIPTION PART# DESCRIPTION P-101 Rayhead assembly for P-16T (Less Rods) P-110B Orifice fittings P-102 Rods for P-16T (Qty.
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PT Series 6.0 Repair • 7.0 Maintenance 6.0 Repair This heater is covered by a limited warranty (see Section 7.0 Limited Warranty). Detroit Radiant Products also offers repair services for the following condition: Symptom: No orange glow on ceramic surface (and/or abnormal noise) during operating. Possible Cause: Cracked ceramics, loose ceramics, missing gasket material or other physical abuses resulting in the fuel mixture burning within the rayhead assembly (behind ceramic surface).