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  • Page 1

    Save this manual for future reference. BLUE FLAME VENT -FREE N A TURAL GAS HEA TER OWNER’S OPERA TION AND INST ALLA TION MANUAL F A-10BA, F AS-10BB, and F A-60BA 10,000 and 6,000 Btu/Hr Thermostat and Non-Thermostat Models WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, p[...]

  • Page 2

    2 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER SAFETY INFORMA TION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, oper- ate, or service this heater. Im- proper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, and car- bon monoxide poisoning. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs o[...]

  • Page 3

    3 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION Figure 1 - Vent-Free Natural Gas Heater (Model FA-10BA Shown) Control Knob Heater Cabinet Grill Guard Glass Panel Front Panel LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1 , also kn[...]

  • Page 4

    4 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ven- tilation air. Read the following in- structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appliances [...]

  • Page 5

    5 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes[...]

  • Page 6

    6 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Continued Figure 2 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building Figure 3 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must provide two per- manent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one w[...]

  • Page 7

    7 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL For convenience and efficiency, install heater • where there is easy access for operation, inspection, and service • in coldest part of room Figure 4 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Heater 36" 2" FLOOR CEILING Minimum Minimum to Top of Carpeting, Tile, or Other Combustible Material 6" Minim[...]

  • Page 8

    8 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER INST ALLA TION Continued Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Note: Wall anchors, mounting screws, and spacers are in hardware package. The hard- ware package is provided with heater. Attaching To Wall Stud Method For attaching mounting bracket to wall studs 1. Drill holes at marked locations using 9/64" drill bit. [...]

  • Page 9

    9 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL Tee Joint Reducer Bushing to 1/8" NPT 1/8" NPT Plug Tap Figure 13 - Gas Connection * An CSA/AGA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional CSA/AGA design- certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer. See Acces[...]

  • Page 10

    10 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER Gas Meter Control Valve Location Equipment Shutoff Valve CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas pip- ing and connections for leaks after installation or servicing. Correct all leaks at once. WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. Bubbles fo[...]

  • Page 11

    11 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Remove fr ont panel (see Figure 7, page 8). 2. Follow steps 1 thr ough 5 under Light- ing Instructions . 3. With contr ol knob pr essed in, str ike match. Hold match to pilot until pi- lot lights. 4. Keep contr ol knob pressed in for 30 seconds after pilot is lit. After 30 sec- onds, r elea[...]

  • Page 12

    12 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER THERMOSTAT MODEL FBS-10BB FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follo w these instructions exactly . B . BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance ar ea for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is hea vier tha[...]

  • Page 13

    13 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 22 shows a correct burner flame pattern. Figure 23 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern. The incorrect burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping of the flame. It also shows the flame higher than 1/2 the glass panel height. NOTICE: Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping. Dust or oth[...]

  • Page 14

    14 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 2. Ignitor electrode broken 3. Ignitor electrode not connected[...]

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    15 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of burner Burner backfiring during combustion Yellow flame during burner combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burner is[...]

  • Page 16

    16 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you canno[...]

  • Page 17

    17 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL FA-10BA FA-60BA FAS-10BB Btu (Variable) 6,000/10,000 6,000 10,000 Type Gas Natural Only Natural Only Natural Only Ignition Piezo Piezo Piezo Pressure Regulator Setting 3" W.C. 3" W.C. 3" W.C. Inlet Gas Pressure (inches of water) Maximum 10.5" 10.5" 10.5" Minimum 4" 4" 4" Dimens[...]

  • Page 18

    18 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealer from whom you purchased this product. If they cannot sup- ply original replacement part(s), either con- tact your nearest Parts Central or call DESA Inte[...]

  • Page 19

    19 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL Baltimore Electric 1348 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT 06514-0322 1-800-397-7553 203-248-7553 Parts Department Portable Heater Parts 342 N. County Rd. 400 East Valparaiso, IN 46383-9704 All States 219-462-7441 1-800-362-6951 sales@portableheaterparts.com techservice@portableheaterparts.com FBD 1349 Adams Street Bowling Green, [...]

  • Page 20

    20 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER FA-10BA 28-2 28-1 ILLUSTRA TED P ARTS LIST ODS Pilot Assembly 7 7 32 2 3 19 17 8 9 22 32 31 26 30 27 23 18 28 29 10 21 20 18 30 25 24 22 17 16 13 1 14 15 7 11 12 33 4 5 7 6 7 7[...]

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    21 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST FA-10BA This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 18 of this manual. KEY PART NO. NO. FA-10BA DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 L98409-05 Cabinet Assembly 1 2 L98006-03 Front Panel Assembly 1 3 L98410-08 Reflector Unit 1 4 L98[...]

  • Page 22

    22 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER FA-60BA 25-2 25-1 ILLUSTRA TED P ARTS LIST ODS Pilot Assembly 7 7 29 2 3 19 17 8 9 29 28 23 27 24 20 18 25 26 10 18 9 27 22 21 19 17 16 13 1 14 15 7 11 12 30 4 5 7 6 7 7[...]

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    23 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST FA-60BA This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 18 of this manual. KEY PART NO. NO. FA-60BA DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 L98409-05 Cabinet Assembly 1 2 L98006-03 Front Panel Assembly 1 3 L98410-08 Reflector Unit 1 4 L98[...]

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    24 105564 NA TURAL GAS HEA TER FAS-10BB 27-2 27-1 ILLUSTRA TED P ARTS LIST ODS Pilot Assembly 7 7 14 2 3 20 19 14 12 25 8 11 11 13 10 26 22 20 27 28 13 10 24 23 21 19 21 15 1 16 17 7 18 4 5 7 6 7 7 9[...]

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    25 105564 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST FAS-10BB This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 18 of this manual. KEY PART NO. NO. FAS-10BA DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 L98409-06 Cabinet Assembly 1 2 L98006-03 Front Panel Assembly 1 3 L98410-08 Reflector Unit 1 4 L[...]

  • Page 26

    KEEP THIS WARRANTY W ARRANTY INFORMA TION Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. Model Serial No. Date Purchased LIMITED [...]