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BLUE FLAME
VENT FREE HEATERS
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
P/N 88950 / FEBRUARY 04
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TYPE GAS MODEL NUMBERS
NATURAL GAS BFT101 BFT201 BFT301
PROPANE GAS BFT102 BFT202 BFT302
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liqui
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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided with this appliance. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. HEATERS INSTALLED ABOVE 4,500 FT. MAY EXPERIENCE NUISANCE PILOT OUTAGE AND THIS CONDITION MAY BE AGGRAVATED BY IMPROPER GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE AND/OR INCORRECT SIZING RELATIVE TO FREE AIR
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INTRODUCTION – CONT’D. For your protection this heater is equipped with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) pilot system. Never operate heater if ODS has been damaged or tampered with as this could expose you to Carbon Monoxide (a colorless, odorless gas) that could result in injury or death. Early signs of Carbon Monoxide poisoning resemble influenza, with headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If you develop these symptoms GET FRESH AIR AT ONCE. Turn off heater and call a qualified serviceman to ch
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED 7) Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding, material, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners, and circulating air passageways of the heater be kept clean. 8) “WARNING: Any modifications to this heater or its controls can be dangerous
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FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION, VENTILATION AND HEAT DISTRIBUTION - CONT’D. STEP 4. Compare the total Btu the area can support (from Step 2) to the total Btu in the area the heater will be installed (from Step 3). If the total from Step 2 is larger this is considered an unconfined space, if Btu total from Step 3 is larger this is considered a confined space and provisions must be made for additional combustion and ventilation air. EXAMPLE: Btu area can support is 56,250, total Btu in area is 106,000
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INSTALLATION - CONTINUED 3) Protect heater from wind, high traffic areas, and drafts (such as doorways, locations that get direct air from a ceiling fan, etc.) as this will cause nuisance pilot outage. 4) All models may be wall mounted using the factory supplied (standard) wall mounting bracket. Additionally all models may be installed freestanding, by adding the optional VF-FSK Floor Stand Kit and using an approved, fire resistant floor mat (available from factory). NOTE: Both wall and floor
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Page 7 Clothes Dryer 35,000 Total first stage piping length = 26 feet; first stage regulator setting is 10 PSIG (use Table 1 or 3, @ 30 feet) (Based on a 0.60 Specific Gravity Gas) LENGTH OF PIPE, FEET 26 58 Feet Feet First Stage Range Regulator 65,000 Water Second Stage Heater Regulator 38,000 From aa to a, demand = 338,000 BTU/hr; use ½” pipe, ½” tubing, or ½” T plastic pipe. Total second stage piping length = 58 feet (use table 4, @ 60 feet). *Information from - REGO PRODUCTS From a to b
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TABLE 1 – first stage pipe sizing PROPANE GAS 10 PSIG Inlet with a 1 PSIG Pressure Drop Maximum capacity of pipe or tubing, in thousands of BTU/hr. of L.P. Gas Size of Pipe LENGTH OF PIPE OR TUBING, FEET* Or Copper Tubing, Inches 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 3/8 558 383 309 265 235 213 196 182 171 161 Copper ½ 1387 870 700 599 531 481 443 412 386 365 Tubing 5/8 2360 1622 1303 1115 988 896 824 767 719 679 (O.D.) ¾ 3993 2475 2205 1887 1672 1515 1394 1297 1217 1149 ½ 3339 2295 1843 1
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INSTALLING HEATER WALL MOUNT BFT20 & BFT30 WALL MOUNT (BFT10) STEP 1. Remove wall mounting bracket from back of STEP 1. Remove wall mounting bracket from back of heater. heater. STEP 2. Locate two studs. STEP 2. Locate wall stud. STEP 3. Attach wall mounting bracket to wall studs with STEP 3. Attach wall mounting bracket to wall stud top at desired height using (2) wood screws provided. with top at desired height, using (2) screws provided. Make sure top of bracket is level. See Figure 5. Make
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GAS CONNECTION STEP 1. Make the gas connection between the manual shut off valve and regulator located inside heater cabinet. Hold regulator when tightening connection to prevent damage to regulator and internal tubing. See Figure 6 for completed installation. NOTE: All piping and connection must be checked for leaks by the installer. If connections are not exposed, a pressure test must be run. The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping sy
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BFT101, BFT201, BFT301 - NATURAL GAS / BFT102, BFT202, BFT302 - L.P. GAS 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. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these department. instructions exactly. C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas co
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PROPER OPERATION ODS / PILOT FLAME The pilot pressure has been pre-set at the factory and with proper supply pressure will provide a safe, reliable ignition source. See Figure 7. INCORRECT - INCORRECT - OXYGEN CORRECT LOW PRESSURE LEVEL DROPPING FIGURE 7 BURNER FLAME All orificing and pressure setting was done at the factory and, with correct supply pressure will provide a safe, efficient source of heat. If installed above 2,000 ft. elevation, the main burner orifice must be changed. See orif
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MAINTENANCE The entire heater should be checked and cleaned by a qualified service person before the start of each heating season. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint conditions from carpeting, bedding material, etc. CABINET To clean the cabinet and hearth and jamb assemblies of your heater, turn off and allow to cool, then wipe with a soft damp cloth. This will remove any dust. Never use metal polish, furniture wax, or any type of cleaning solution as this could caus
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BLOWER INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE VFB BLOWER (BFT201 / BFT202, BFT301 / BFT302 MODELS ONLY) STEP 1. Remove blower assembly from shipping carton. STEP 2. Insert blower assembly into upper back of heater (See Figure 11). STEP 3. Secure blower to heater using three #8 screws (provided) through holes pre-punched in heater back. STEP 4. Locate mounting holes for switchbox (See Figure 11). STEP 5. Secure switchbox to heater using two #8 screws (provided). STEP 6. Plug power cord into 115 volt three
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (for qualified serviceman) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION No spark at ODS 1. Ignitor wire off ODS or Piezo. 1. Check and re-attach ignitor wire. 2. Ignitor wire shorting out on casing. 2. Move ignitor wire. 3. Defective piezo ignitor. 3. Replace Piezo ignitor. 4. Wrong gap from electrode. 4. Set gap at 3/16”. Spark but no ignition 1. No gas to heater. 1. Check and turn on gas. at ODS 2. Air in gas line. 2. Hold in pilot knob to bleed ai
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MODEL INCLUDED: BLUE FLAME VENT FREE HEATER NAT. GAS L.P. GAS BFT101 BFT102 PARTS LIST BFT201 BFT202 BFT301 BFT302 Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. All prices are F.O.B. factory. 27 26 28 25 1 23 2 24 22 20 21 3 18 4 19 17 5 6 29 7 8 16 14 15 9 12 13 10 11 Mr. Contractor, we only sell parts through our wholesalers, but the prices listed are for your convenience. For prompt parts service, contact the wholesaler from which you purchased your Cozy heater. NOTE: parts
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST. TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS YOU MUST GIVE MODEL NUMBER, SERIAL NUMBER, TYPE OF GAS USED, PART DESCRIPTION AND PART NUMBER. MODEL NUMBERS NAT BFT101 BFT201 BFT301 L.P. BFT102 BFT202 BFT302 REF. PART LIST PART LIST PART LIST PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. PRICE NO. PRICE NO. PRICE Wall Mounting Bracket 1 35220 $7.00 35960 $8.60 35960 $8.60 Lighting Instruction Assembly 2 91373 $2.80 91373 $2.80 91373 $2.80 Gas V
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IMPORTANT SAFETY BULLETIN ON YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT SYSTEM FOR HEATING EQUIPMENT WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW CAN HURT YOU. Your pilot light system has been designed for safe and reliable operation. Although safety mechanisms are built-in, the potential for hazard exists. This information is intended to help you avoid these hazards. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS . . . YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT • • • • • Do not try to light any appliance. SYSTEM • • • • • Do not touch any electrical swit
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The Louisville Tin & Stove Co. warrants to The product safety registration card (packed inside the original user the accompanying product for the period the appliance) must be completed and returned to the factory. specified herein, provided said product is installed, THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF operated, maintained, serviced, and used according to ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED the instructions and specifications accompanying the (WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL).
