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Gas-Fired Vented
Room Heater
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
P/N 80900 - REV. 12/03
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NATURAL GAS VC201A VC351A VC501A VC701A VCR351A VCR501A VCR701A
PROPANE GAS VC202A VC352A VC502A VC702A VCR352A VCR502A VCR702A
This appliance is equipped with a safety control system designed to protect against
improper venting of combustion products.
THIS UNIT IS NOT TO BE INSTALLED IN MOBILE HOMES.
WARNING: If the information in this manua
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TABLE OF CONTENTS RADIANTS & GLASS PANELS……….. 8 SPECIFICATIONS………………………. 2 BURNER ORIFICE & ORIFICE CHART.......... 8 INTRODUCTION……………………….. 3 PROPER BURNER FLAME.............…………. 9 VENTING………………………………... 3 ,4 MAINTENANCE…………………………....... 9 GAS SUPPL Y……………………………. 5 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS……………........ 10 LOCATION & SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS 5 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART………… 11,12 COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR.... 6 BLOWER INSTRUCTIONS……………… 13 CLEARANCES………………………….. 7 P ARTS DRA WING……………………….. 14 DRAFT D
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INTRODUCTION THIS IS A GAS-FIRED, GRAVITY VENTED ROOM HEATER THAT WILL OPERATE SAFELY AND PROVIDE AN EFFICIENT SOURCE OF HEAT WHEN INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAINTAINED AS RECOMMENDED IN THESE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. READ THESE INSTRCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING, SERVICING, OR USING THIS APPLIANCE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ANY PART OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS, CONSULT LOCAL AUTHORITIES, OTHER QUALIFIED INSTALLERS, SERVICE AGENCIES, THE GAS SUPPLIER, OR THE MANUFACTURER. VENTING T
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VENTING More than Height above any 10’ or Less 10’ roof surface 10’ withon 10’ 2’ Min. horizontally Ridge 3’ Min. Ridge 2’ Min. 3’ Min. Chimney Chimney FIGURE A FIGURE A CONNECTING THE VENT INTO Termination of vent must be AN EXISTING CHIMNEY securely guyed or braced if SAFE (See “Venting”) it extends more than five (5) See NOTE: This may result feet above roof. Termination in the vent safety switch diagram above shutting down the pilot Seal around collar & flashings depending on s
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GAS SUPPLY Due to high temperatures the appliance should be This vented room heater must be connected to a gas supply located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. capable of supplying the appliances full rated capacity. Provide a 1/8 inch N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas of high surface temperature and should stay away supply connection to the appliance. The minimum
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COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR ALL COMBUSTION AIR FROM When installed, this gas appliance must be provided with fresh air for ADJACENT INDOOR SPACES combustion, ventilation, and dilution of hot flue gases. The minimum required THROUGH INDOOR COMBUSTION volume of the area where the appliance is installed should be 50 cubic feet per 1,000 btu/hr. AIR OPENINGS If installed in an area of the home that is considered an unconfined space, the UL Listed Vent Cap natural infiltration of air around windo
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CLEARANCES DRAFT DIVERTER If the area where the appliance is to be installed contains carpeting, tile, or combustible materials, other than wood The draft diverter must be installed in the same atmospheric flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal plate pressure zone as the combustion air supply for the main burner. (stoveboard), a wood panel, or other non-combustible materials. The use of ceramic or quarry tile is acceptable and provides an appealing surface that is easily cleaned.
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PILOT ADJUSTMENT MAIN BURNER ORIFICE This appliance was shipped from the factory with an orifice The pilot flame can be observed by opening the pilot lighting sized to give the correct gas input using the gas for which the hole cover. The pilot flame should surround the top 3/8 to ½ heater was equipped. There may be local conditions, such as inch of the thermocouple (see Figure 2). If the flame needs variation in gas pressure or BTU content of the gas, which adjusting, first locate the pilot
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION: There may be momentary and spasmodic orange flashes in the flame. This is caused by the burning CLEANING: To clean the front casing of your heater, it is only necessary to use a soft cloth. Light dust can be removed of air borne dust particles and is not to be confused with in this way. To obtain a polish or gloss, use a little light the yellow tipping which is a stable or permanent situation machine oil on the cloth. Do not use metal polish or cleaning solution. The
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MODELS: VC201A, VC202A, VC351A, VC352A, VC501A, VC502A, VC701A, VC702A, VCR351A, VCR352A, VCR501A, VCR502A, VCR701A, VCR702A 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 hand. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions ex- actly.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART for qualified serviceman - MAIN BURNER SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Flame too large 1. Defective operator section of gas valve. 1. Replace complete valve. 2. Burner orifice too large. 2. See orifice chart to determine the correct orifice size for your Model Number and elevation. 3. Pressure regulator malfunction. 3. Regulator must be adjusted by a qualified serviceman using proper tools and instruments.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART - POOR HEATING RESULTS - Cont’d. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Not enough heat 1. Heater undersized. 1. This is especially true when a dwelling or room is enlarged. Have the heat loss calculated and compare to the heater output (70% of input). Your gas company or installer can supply you with this information. If heater is undersized, replace with correct size unit. 2. Temperature dial set too low. 2.
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CHB-3 BLOWER INSTALLATION STEP 1. Run black wire and white wire that comes from bottom of junction box down through the heat shield. See Figure A. STEP 2. Insert junction box into opening in back of heater. Attach using four #8x1/2” black screws provided. See Figure A. STEP 3. Attach fan switch to fan switch bracket using two #8x1/2” plated, Phillip head screws provided. The 2” flange on the bottom of bracket and terminals on the fan switch should be toward the back of the heater when proper
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MODELS INCLUDED: VENTED CONSOLE HEA TER Prices and specifications subject to VC / Closed Front Circulators change without notice. All prices VCR / Radiant Front Circulators are F.O.B. factory. CHB3 Blower 29d 35 26 38 17 36 16 15 29b 28c 23 29a 29c 28a 33 29e 28 34 10 25 24 28b 11 9 19 18 2 30 31 39 12 32 21 37 13 5 4 1 22 3 20 48 41 42 49 53 45 Mr. Contractor, we only sell parts through our wholesalers, but the prices 43 46 listed are for your convenience. For prompt parts service, contact th
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HOW TO PROPERLY ORDER PARTS: In addition to part description and part number, please give model number,and type of gas used. This information can be found on the rating plate that is attached to rear of heater. NAT. VC201A-R VC351,VCR351A-R VC501,VCR501A-R VC701, VCR701A-R MODEL NUMBER L.P. VC202A-R VC352,VCR352A-R VC502,VCR502A-R VC702, VCR702A-R REF. PART LIST PART LIST PART LIST PART LIST PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. PRICE NO. PRICE NO. PRICE NO. PRICE Valve, 7000AST
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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. YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS . . . SYSTEM • • • • • Do not try to light any appliance. Your gas control and pilot light system ha
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The Louisville Tin & Stove Co. warrants to the the installer, the user should write directly to the original user the accompanying product for the period manufacturer, and the name of an alternative service source specified herein, provided said product is installed, will be supplied. operated, maintained, serviced, and used according to the The product safety registration card (packed inside instructions
