Storage/Maintenance; Troubleshooting Guide - Protemp PINNACLE PT-40-GFA Manual Del Usuario E Instrucciones De Operación

Always disconnect the heater from the LP cylinder
before putting the heater into storage. If for any
reason the heater is to be stored indoors, the tank
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 accor-
dance with the Standard for Storage and Handling
of Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 - latest edi-
tion and Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code, CSA B149.1. The plastic valve plug or
valve cover supplied with the cylinder must be
re-installed on the valve to protect the fitting from
damage.
Problem
Fan does not turn when
electricity is connected.
Heater will not fire (ignite).
Heater stops running
by itself.
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STORAGE / MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Possible Cause(s)
1. No electric power to heater.
2. Blades of fan in contact with
heater housing.
3. Fan blades bent.
4. Fan motor defective.
1. No spark at module.
2. Corroded electrode.
1. Temperature inside heater is too
high, causing thermal switch to
shut down operation.
2. Damaged control valve.
3. Dust or debris accumulated
in heater.
NOTE: Installation and repair of this heater
should be done by a qualified service person.
ALWAYS be sure to follow proper maintenance
procedures. This should include cleaning the in-
side of the heater once a month and checking the
spark gap at least once a heating season. Re-gap
the terminals to 0.160" (4mm)
DANGER
other gas or oil burning appliances.
1. Check current at outlet. If voltage
2. Check housing for damage. Be
3. Straighten all fan blades.
4. Replace motor assembly.
1. Inspect module wire. Re-attach
2. Replace spark plug
1. If the heater input or output is
2. Replace control valve.
3. Clean inside of heater.
11 Propane Forced Air Heater User's Manual
Never store an LP
cylinder inside of a
building or near any
Solution
is correct, inspect extension and
power cords for cuts, frays or
breaks
sure there are no dents in the
housing obstructing the fan.
or tighten if loose. Inspect spark
module and replace if necessary.
Inspect all other electrical
components.
(multi-bracket assembly).
restricted, the inside temperature
can become too hot. Keep the
areas in front and behind heater
clear of obstructions.