Use and Care Manual

PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER
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Always be sure to follow proper maintenance procedures, by cleaning the heater once per
month during regular usage, and check spark gap at least once per season.
TROUBLESHOOTING
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Fan does not turn when
electrical connection
is made.
1. No electric power to heater.
2. Fan blade contacts inside of
heater housing.
3. Fan motor defective.
1. Check current to electric outlet. If
voltage is correct, check power cord
and extension cord for damage.
2. Be sure that housing is not damaged.
Make sure there are no obstructions
to the fan.
3. Replace motor.
Heater will not re. 1. No spark at ignitor.
2. Improper spark gap.
3. Bad electrode.
1. Check ignitor wire. Reattach or
tighten if loose. Check spark module.
Replace if necessary.
2. Set gap (see specications for gap).
3. Replace spark electrode.
Heater quits
while running.
1. Internal temperature too high
causing limit switch to shut
down operation.
2. Damaged Control Valve.
3. Dust or debris build-up inside
of heater.
1. If the heater’s output is restricted,
internal temperature becomes
too high. Move heater away from
any obstructions.
2. Replace Control Valve.
3. Clean inside of heater.