Troubleshooting - Protemp PT-40-GFA-A Manual De Usuario Y Instrucciones De Operación

Symptom
Fan does not turn when
electricity is connected
Heater will not fire (ignite)
Heater stops running by
itself
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Troubleshooting

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. Incorrect spark gap.
3. 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.
1. Check current at outlet. If voltage is correct,
inspect extension and power cords for cuts,
frays or breaks.
2. Check housing for damage. Be sure there
are no dents in the housing obstructing the
fan.
3. Straighten all fan blades.
4. Replace Motor Assembly.
1. Inspect module wire. Re-attach, or tighten if
loose. Inspect Spark module, and replace if
necessary. Inspect all other electrical
components.
2. Set plug gap to 0.16" (4mm).
3. Replace spark plug (Multi-Bracket
Assembly).
1. If heater input or output is restricted, the
inside temperature can become too hot.
Keep the areas in front and behind heater
clear of obstructions.
2. Replace control valve (Valve Assembly).
3. Clean inside of heater.
10
Propane Forced Air User's Manual
NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED
WHILE BURNING, CONNECTED TO A
POWER SOURCE, OR WHILE
CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE
Solution