Installation Guide

ManualsBrandsThermablaster ManualsOutdoor Heating15,000 BTU Black/Stainless Gas Patio Heater

REECON NORTH AMERICA

2515 LIBERTY AVE.

1ST FLOOR

PITTSBURGH, PA 15222

WWW.THERMABLASTER.COM

INFRARED

The installer should leave the instructions with the consumer

The consumer should retain the instructions for future reference

The heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater in accordance

with Standard ANSI Z83.7 • CSA 2.14. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY

AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS. Other standards

govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products in specific applications.

Your local authority can advise you about these.

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.

GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:

FFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED

WITH THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROP-

ERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXI-

ATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, AND / OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK. ONLY

PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD

USE OR SERVICE THIS HEATER.

CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY

Infrared Portable Heater

MODEL: RE5000FS

Summary of content (19 pages)

PAGE 1
I nf r ar edPor t abl eHeat er MODEL :RE5000F S CAUT I ON-F ORYOURSAF ET Y GENERALHAZARDWARNI NG: FAI LURETOCOMPL YWI THTHEPRECAUTI ONSANDI NSTRUCTI ONSPROVI DED WI THTHI SHEATERCANRESULTI NDEATH,SERI OUSBODI L YI NJURYANDPROPERTYLOSSORDAMAGEFROM HAZARDSOFFI RE,EXPLOSI ON,BURN, ASPHYXI ATI ON,CARBONMONOXI DEPOI SONI NG, AND/ORELECTRI CALSHOCK.ONL Y PERSONSWHOCANUNDERSTANDANDFOLLOW THEI NSTRUCTI ONSSHOULD USEORSERVI CETHI SHEATER. WARNI NG:FI RE,BURN,I NHALATI ON, ANDEXPLOSI ONHAZARD.
PAGE 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS About Us……………………….….….…1 Product Specifications…………………1 Important Safety Information………….2 Product Features.................................6 Preparing for Installation......................6 Installation............................................7 Unit Operation…………………….…....10 Care and Maintenance…....................11 Troubleshooting…………....................12 Illustrated Parts...................................15 Parts List.............................................
PAGE 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: FOR INDOOR USE ONLY DANGER: If you smell gas  Shut OFF gas to the appliance  Extinguish any open flame  If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or fire department DANGER: CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD  This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor  Using it in an enclosed space can kill you  Never use this appliance in an enclosed space such as a camper, tent or home WARNING:  Do not store or use gasoline or
PAGE 4
 The installation of fixed appliances shall only be carried out only by competent persons and be in accordance with the relevant Codes of Practice. WARNING: This appliance requires a gas hose and regulator. User MUST use hose and regulator provided with heater or a replacement hose that is the same as the one provided with the heater. Regularly check the gas hose and if necessary, replace the gas hose DISCONNECT LP tank before moving the heater.  Do not attempt to alter unit in any manner.
PAGE 5
WARNING:  The propane hose with regulator assembly shall be located out of pathways where people may trip over it or in areas where the hose will not be subject to accidental damage.  Children and adults should be aware of the hazards of high surface temperature and shall stay away to avoid clothing burn or ignition.  Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the heater.
PAGE 6
     upon re-assembly. This heater is designed to operate with a standard 10lb. or 20lb. propane cylinder with approved cylinder connection. The gas manifold supply pressure must be regulated at 11 inches of water column utilizing an approved regulator. The minimum inlet gas supply pressure for the purpose of input adjustment is 11 inches Water Column. The maximum inlet gas supply pressure is 11 inches Water Column. LP Gas supply cylinder is not provided with the appliance.
PAGE 7
PRODUCT FEATURES PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This heater is equipped with a piezo ignition system. LOCAL CODES The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the Standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.
PAGE 8
WARNING: A qualified service person must install heater. Follow all local codes.  You must provide propane gas and propane cylinder. Use a standard 10lb. or 20lb. propane cylinder.  Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system. See chapter 5 of the standard for storage and handling of liquefied petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA58. Your local library or fire department should have this book.  The minimum permissible gas supply pressure of 11 W.C. is required for purpose of input adjustment.
PAGE 9
2) Connect the tip over switch. Ensure both wires are firmly attached to metal plugs. (see figure 3) Figure 3 – Tip over switch connection 3) Attach regulator to propane tank. (See figure 4) Figure 4 – Regulator connection Check for Leaks Your portable heater has been checked tested at the factory for normal operation. The user MUST check all gas connections for leaks. This includes the gas hose/regulator/cylinder.
PAGE 10
When the heater is to be stored indoors, the connection between the propane supply cylinder(s) and the heater must be disconnected and the cylinders) removed from the heater and stored in accordance with Standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 and Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1 VERIFY THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO CONNECTING OR CHANGING THE LP CYLINDER  A leak test should be performed with soapy water whenever connecting a new cylinder.
PAGE 11
UNIT OPERATION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Before Turning Gas Supply On: 1. Your heater was designed and approved for indoor use only. Do NOT use in poorly ventilated areas, or any other tightly enclosed area. 2. Make sure surrounding areas are free of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors or liquids. 3.
PAGE 12
After Operation Verify 1. Gas control is in OFF position. 2. Propane Tank valve is OFF. 3. Disconnect Gas line. 4. Heater is upright in a secure location Figure 5 – Control Knobs CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner, and circulating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use. Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service technician.
PAGE 13
CLEANING EXTERIOR Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture. Wipe the cabinet to remove dust. 1) Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture. 2) Wipe the cabinet to remove dust. TROUBLE SHOOTING WARNING: If you smell gas: 1) Open the window and door immediately. 2) Shut off gas supply. 3) Do not try to light any appliance. 4) Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. 5) Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
PAGE 14
company. 3 -Burner(s) does not light. --Control knob is not fully pressed in. --Control knob is not pressed in long enough. --Equipment shutoff valve is not fully open. --Thermocouple connection is loose at control valve. -- Thermocouple damaged. -- Control valve damaged. -- Burner orifice is clogged. 5 -Delayed ignition of burner(s). -- Burner orifice diameter is too small. -- Inlet gas pressure is too low. -- Manifold pressure is too low. -- Burner orifice is clogged.
PAGE 15
12 -Heater produces unwanted odors. -- Heater is burning vapors from paint, hair spray, glues, etc. See IMPORTANT statement. -- Gas leak. See Warning statement. -- Low fuel supply. 13 -Heater shuts off in use -- Not enough fresh air is available. -- Low line pressure. -- Burner is partially clogged. -- Thermocouple has cooled 14 -Gas odor during combustion -- Foreign matter between control valve and burner. -- Gas leak. See Warning Statement. 15 -Moisture/condensation noticed on windows.
PAGE 16
ILLUSTRATED PARTS Model: RE5000FS 15
PAGE 17
PARTS LIST Model: RE5000FS CODE 1 2 3 4 5 DESCRIPTION 6 7 8 9 10 The combustion box The upper cover The nozzle seat components Valve body components D12 gear pad M12 bolt Plastic plate The intake pipe Fire film Fire film 11 Ceramic plate 12 Fuel control switch Inductance Ignition line Protective front grill The ignition switch holder Piezo igniter The ignition switch bolt Magnetic needle Ignition line Adjustable bracket Bracket Joint Tip-over switch holder Adjustable knob The tip over switch Butterfl
PAGE 18
Questions about installation and initial operation should be directed to your installer. For all other concerns and questions, please reach out to our customer service team at 1877-670-8428, by email at service@thermablaster.com, or visit www.thermablaster.com Annual Service Schedule Service Performed Service Date Please register your product online at www.thermablaster.
PAGE 19