ProTemp ‎PT-18PNCH-A Cabinet Radiant Heater User Manual

ProTemp ‎PT-18PNCH-A Cabinet Radiant Heater

Introduction

Keep the chill from ruining your fun. You can rely on the ProTemp portable cabinet propane heater to warm things up with clean, instantaneous radiant heat wherever you are—camping, ice fishing, tailgating, or in your workshop. Depending on which of its three heat settings you’re using, this dependable cabinet heater can heat up to 450 square feet and operate continuously for between 24 and 65 hours. Piezo ignition means no electricity is needed, and safety features like the built-in oxygen depletion sensor and safety tip-over switch help keep you safe. Experts pick ProTemp.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cylinder: 18″ x 12.25″

Heating Area (Ft.2)| 150 / 300 / 450

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

FEATURES

UNPACKING

1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. Keep plastic cover caps attached to inlet connector and hose / regulator assembly for storage.
2. Remove all items from carton
3. Check all items for shipping damage. If the heater is damaged, promptly inform dealer where you purchased the heater.

ASSEMBLY

1. Place heater on a flat surface.
2. Fold propane tank tray down (see Figure 1)
3. Attach Back Cover.
4. Inspect heater closely for any damage that may have occurred during shipping. If there is any damage, return the heater to place of purchase.

CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY

IMPORTANT! – Always use a propane (LP) cylinder that has a connection device compatible with the hose and regulator assembly supplied.

1. Remove the back cover by sliding the cover straight up and away from the heater body. Place the LP cylinder on the bottom plate and replace the back cover.
2. To connect LP cylinder, insert regulator end fitting into cylinder valve, rotate coupling nut clockwise and tighten firmly (see Figure 2)
3. Open valve on propane cylinder slowly. If the valve is not opened slowly, the excess flow check valve in the regulator will stop the flow of gas. If this should happen, close the valve, wait one minute (or until you hear the valve click), and re-open, slowly.
4. Be sure to inspect all connections for leaks, by using a 50/50 mixture of dish soap and water on all connection. Any bubbles forming indicate a leak.

CAUTION

The Propane (LP) gas pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the heater must be used without alteration.

CAUTION

Be sure to inspect the regulator hose before each use. If the hose is cut or frayed, replace it with the manufacturer-suggested assembly.

OPERATION

PROPANE SUPPLY / INFORMATION:

PROPANE (LP)

This heater is not supplied with a propane cylinder. Use only an approved propane cylinder.

LP CHARACTERISTICS

• Flammable, explosive under pressure, heavier than air and pools in low areas.
• In its natural state, propane has no odor, but for your safety an odor that smells like rotten cabbage has been added.
• Contact of propane (LP) gas with the skin can cause freeze burns.
• Heater is manufactured for use with propane gas only. DO NOT attempt to convert to any other gas. Such modifications are dangerous and will void the warranty.
• When heater is not in use, LP Cylinder must be turned OFF.
• Be sure that the LP Cylinder is located on a level and stable surface.
• DO NOT use this heater in a basement or below ground level. Propane is heavier than air and will always seek the lowest level. If you suspect a leak, shut off the valve at the LP Cylinder immediately.
• The Propane (LP) cylinder must also be equipped with the following:
• A collar to protect the gas valve.
• A shut-off valve terminating a LP cylinder valve outlet as specified in the American National Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valve Outlets and Inlets Connections.
• A safety relief valve having direct communications with the vapor space of the LP cylinder.
• The heater must operate on vapor withdrawal from the operating cylinder.
• Always keep LP cylinder fastened and upright.
• Handle valves with care.
• Never connect an unregulated LP cylinder to a construction heater.
• DO NOT subject LP cylinder to excessive heat.
• Tightly close the gas shutoff valve on the LP cylinder after each use.
• All fittings must be protected when disconnected from the LP cylinder.
• Never store an LP cylinder inside a building or in the vicinity of a gas burning appliances.

PRE-LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

CONNECTING THE LP CYLINDER

All new LP cylinders must be purged before the first filling.

• Turn heater gas valve knob and LP cylinder valve to OFF position.
• LP cylinder valve equipped with old style fitting has LEFT HANDED THREADS. Turn fitting CLOCKWISE to loosen. Protect this fitting when disconnected from LP cylinder.
• Have your LP cylinder filled by your local propane gas supplier.
• Some LP cylinders have a bleed-OFF valve. This valve should be inspected for leaks after each filling of the LP cylinder. Turn the valve clockwise to close.
• Fasten full propane tank and connect proper fitting to LP cylinder valve by turning COUNTER- CLOCKWISE.
• With heater gas valve knob still in OFF position turn ON the LP cylinder valve and check for leaks with soap solution.

CHECKING FOR LEAKS

To check for leaks, make up a 50/50 solution of dish soap and water. Apply this solution to all gas connections. If bubbles appear, there is a leak. If a leak is found, turn off the gas supply, and re-connect the leaking connection. If the leak persists after several tries, contact Pinnacle Customer Service at 800-641-6996.

• The installation of this heater must meet all local codes and/or gas utility requirements. In the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Code ANSI Z223.1 should be followed.
• The minimum clearances to any combustible construction materials must be maintained at all times (See Page 3).
• Inspect the heater before each use, and at least annually by a qualified service person.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. STOP! Read all of the safety information provided with this heater.
2. Turn valve on propane cylinder COUNTERCLOCKWISE until fully open.
3. Wait five (5) minutes for any gas to clear. Smell for gas. If none is evident, proceed to the next step.
4. Push in the valve knob and turn to “PILOT”.

NOTE: If this is first time use for heater or LP cylinder has been replaced, hold the valve knob for approximately 30 seconds to allow bleeding of air from system then turn valve knob to PILOT.

5. While depressing the valve knob, press red piezo ignition button to ignite. It may be necessary to press the igniter button several times to ignite the center burner panel.
6. Continue to hold valve knob down for 30 seconds after the panel has lit. This will heat the thermocouple. After 30 seconds, release the valve knob.
7. If heater fails to light, or does not stay lit, repeat steps 2 through 6.
8. When the center burner panel stays lit, turn the valve knob to the desired setting.

SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Turn valve knob to the OFF position.
2. Turn the knob at the LP cylinder CLOCKWISE to the OFF position.
3. Disconnect regulator hose assembly from the LP cylinder

TEST FIRING HEATER:

It is always a good idea to test fire your heater in a safe and controlled environment, in an area with adequate ventilation, and away from any combustibles to be sure that all functions of the heater and gas supply system are operating properly.

Leak test all gas connections with a 50/50 solution of dish soap and water. DO NOT use a flame to test for leaks!

MOVING AND POSITIONING THE HEATER

There is a brake in each of the front wheels of your heater that helps keep it in place when in use. To engage the brakes, push the lever down on each wheel. To move the heater, release the brakes, simply by flipping the levers on both brakes up.

The gas must be turned off at the propane supply cylinders(s) when the heater is not in use.

VENTILATION

• Risk of indoor air pollution and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Use heater only in well ventilated areas.
• Refer to Safety Information on pages 2-3 for information about Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.
• ALWAYS provide a fresh air opening in the heated space of at least 3 square feet (2,800 sq. cm) for each 100,000 BTU / Hr. of heater output. Provide a larger opening if more heaters are being used.
• FOR INDOOR USE IS PERMITTED ONLY

FOR: The temporary heating of adequately ventilated buildings or structures under construction, alteration or repair.

Minimum Ventilation Opening Needed

PT-18PNCH-A
0.54 ft.2
501.7 cm2

STORAGE / MAINTENANCE

Always disconnect the LP cylinder from the regulator assembly and remove the LP cylinder from the heater before putting the heater into storage. If, for any reason, the heater is to be stored in- doors, the heater MUST be disconnected from the LP cylinder, and the cylinder stored outdoors in a well- ventilated area, out of the reach of children, and in accordance with the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Gasses, ANSI/NFPA 58 and Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1- latest edition. The plastic valve plug or valve cover supplied with the LP cylinder must be reinstalled on the valve to protect the fitting from damage.

NOTE: Repair of this heater should be done by a qualified service person.

• It is recommended that you save all of the pack- aging materials that came with your heater, and re-package the heater using these materials for safe storage.
• Debris, dust and dirt inside of the heater body can affect the performance of your heater. This debris can impair the heaters ability to draw air for ventilation and combustion. Spiderwebs can also appear during periods of inactivity.
• Be sure to inspect the heater before each use to look for any such obstructions. Be sure to keep the air passage-ways, burner and combustion areas clean. Wipe with a damp cloth or use a vacuum cleaner to clean these areas. It is suggested that you perform a thorough cleaning at least once every 30 days of operation. You may need to clean the heater more often if conditions are naturally dirty. Clean the heater, including special surfaces, with recommended cleaning agents, if necessary.
• Clean the ceramic plaques using compressed air below 30 PSI to prevent damage to plaques.
• A yellow tip of the pilot flame indicates that the burner area may be in need of cleaning.

TROUBLESHOOTING  GUIDE

Burner fails to ignite

| 1.                Air in gas line

2.                Gas pressure from cylinder too low.

3.                LP cylinder valve turned off

4.                Obstruction in air passageway.

5.                Dirt in pilot orifice.

6.                Safety switch in cylinder valve engaged.

7.                Tipover switch engaged.

| 1.                Keep depressing the gas control knob for at least 30 seconds to remove any in line.

2.                Check LP cylinder pressure. Tank may be empty.

3.                Open LP cylinder valve.

4.                Inspect and clean heater housing.

5.                Blow out, or clean pilot orifice.

6.                Close LP cylinder valve. Wait 1 min. for switch to click off. Reopen LP cylinder valve slowly.

7.                Move heater to a level surface.

No spark created when ignited

| 1.                Incorrect igniter electrode position.

2.                Electrode damaged or broken.

3.                Loose or disconnected igniter wire.

4.                Broken igniter wire.

| 1.                Properly position electrode

2.                Replace the electrode.

3.                Tighten or reconnect loose wire.

4.                Replace igniter wire.

Heater stops running by itself

| 1.                Thermocouple damaged

2.                Gas control valve damaged.

3.                Gas leak

4.                Thermocouple not in contact with pilot flame.

5.                Tip-over switch damaged, or loose connection at tip- switch.

6.                Out of fuel.

| 1.                Replace entire heater

2.                Replace gas control valve.

3.                Check all connections for leaks using 50/50 solution of dish soap and water. Repair any leaks found.

4.                Clean inside of heater housing.

5.                Inspect tip-over switch and connections. Replace if necessary.

6.                Replace LP cylinder

EXPLODED VIEW

PARTS LIST

FAQs

What kind of gas does it use & can I purchase the gas from you?****

This heater takes propane. We use a 20 pound tank.

I just un boxing this item and wouldn’t start?****

it takes a long time to bleed the air out of the line through the igniter lite then it should lite you need to turn to pilot light and hold down until air is bleed from hose then light it. found it helped to hold it down while holding a lighter down on pilot until it lit

Wil this work well at 9000 feet elevation?****

When operating a Propane Cabinet Heater over 2000ft above sea level, the unit may not burn as bright. This is normal. At higher altitudes above 7000 ft, due to the Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS), the heater may shut-off due to lower levels of oxygen.

is it safe to use it indoors?****

This heater is intended for outdoor use only.

Why can it not be used temporarily indoors for an emergency, say ice storm and power goes out?****

National propane regulations allow for portable propane heaters to be used in emergency applications to heat a home that is experiencing an outage in extreme weather.

Where is this made?****

This is the third one I have bought, this one is the cheapest one that I have bought quiet putting the placket on the bottom to set the tank, put the fifth wheel on it to set tank on, I don’t like it at all, not buying another preamp, too cheap for a $185.

Can a radiant heater be left on continuously?****

Modern space heaters can be left on for extended periods of time unattended, even while you sleep.

Can a radiant heater be left on all night?****

The safest approach to avoid a fire is to never leave a space heater on in an unattended area; that way, you can react promptly if something goes wrong.

Are safe-to-use propane cabinet heaters?****

Propane heaters used inside are secure when used properly.

Is ventilation required while using a propane heater?****

Electric space heaters are preferable if you’ll be heating a room inside a house or another structure because propane heaters can pose a carbon monoxide hazard when used improperly.

Should the ground be 18 inches above all propane water heaters?****

The National Fuel Gas Code specifies that your gas water heater should be 18 inches above the ground. This is the need for installing a water heater.

Should portable warmers be plugged straight into an outlet?****

This is due to the fact that a power strip’s current flow is insufficient to sustain a space heater’s electrical requirements, which causes it to overheat and perhaps start a fire. As an alternative, you should always plug your space heater into a power socket.

How durable are radiant heaters?****

Systems for radiant floor heating don’t need any upkeep. Once installed, they will function flawlessly for 20+ years.

In the summer, should you turn off the radiant heat?****

When the outside temperature is warm enough during the summer, underfloor heating can be turned off.

Radiant heaters: are they safe?****

Similar to space heaters, radiant panels operate without the same danger. Radiant panels heat a room by getting extremely hot; they should not be touched. This is similar to space heaters.

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