VENT-FREE BLUE FLAME GAS ICE HOUSE HEATER MODEL # IBF10PMDG IBF10PTDG C C US US ANS Z21.11.2-2013 Gas Fired Room Heaters Volume II - Unvented Room Heaters WARNING: This appliance is equipped for propane gas. Field conversion is not permitted. CSA IR 4.98 U.S. Gas Fired Room Heaters For Recreational and Commercial Use. WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................3 Product Features............................................................................................................................... 6 Air For Combustion and Ventilation................................................................................................... 8 Installation.............................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this heater. Improper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning. Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Do not use any accessories not approved for use with this heater. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Fuels used in gas or oil fired appliances and the products of combustion of such fuels contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains chemicals, including lead and lead compounds, known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 1.
PRODUCT FEATURES SAFETY PILOT This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff system. The ODS/pilot shuts off the heater if there is not enough fresh air and cuts off main burner gas in the event of flame out. ELECTRONIC PUSH BUTTON IGNITION SYSTEM This heater is equipped with an electronic push button ignition system. This system requires one AAA battery (provided).
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION Before beginning assembly or operation of the product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install or operate the product. Contact customer service for replacement parts. UNPACKING 1. Remove heater from carton. 2. Remove all protective packaging applied to heater for shipping 3. Verify all contents are present. NOTE: Wood Screw (ST4.8*45-16), Expansion Bracket Screw(ST4.
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION CAUTION: This heater shall not be installed in a room or space unless the required volume of indoor combustion air is provided by the method described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54, the International Fuel Gas Code, or applicable local codes. PRODUCING ADEQUATE VENTILATION All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications: 1. Unusually Tight Construction 2. Unconfined Space 3.
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms. 1. Determine the volume of the space Length × Width × Height = cu. ft. (volume of space) Example: Space size 20 ft. (length) × 16 ft.(width) × 8 ft.
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION WARNING: If the recreational or commercial enclosure does not have a window or roof vent, DO NOT USE THIS HEATER inside." Ventilation Air From Inside Building. Note: This heater can only be used in a recreational or commercial enclosure with a window or roof vent. This heater is not for outdoor use." Caution: When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air, this heater may give off excessive CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poisonous gas.
INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your primary heat source. WARNING: A qualified technician must install heater. Follow all local codes. WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances. If possible, provide greater clearances from the floor, ceiling, and adjoining wall than required. CAUTION: This heater creates warm air currents. These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to heater.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING IGNITOR BATTERY • Battery is included. • Unscrew ignitor cap and insert included battery negative (flat) side down (See Fig. 7). Replace Ignitor cap. • Be sure to observe proper polarity (+/-) when installing or replacing the battery. Damage due to improper battery installation may void the warranty on the product. • Install/replace the battery according to the type and quantity stated in table below. • Remove battery when depleted.
INSTALLATION Fig. 12- Fan Wiring Diagram Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Fig. 11 - Operating Fan MAN If any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with a wire of at least a 60°C temperature rating. AUTO Fan Rocker Switch LOCATING HEATER This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall. For convenience and efficiency, install heater: 1.
INSTALLATION Methods For Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall Use only the last hole on each end of mounting bracket to attach bracket to wall. Attach mounting bracket to a wall only in one of two ways: 1. Attaching to wall stud: This method provides the strongest hold. Insert wood screws (ST.8*45-16) through mounting bracket and into wall studs. 2.
INSTALLATION Attaching to Expansion Bracket Method For attaching mounting bracket to hollow walls (wall areas between studs) or solid walls (concrete or masonry): Fig. 14 - Folding the Expansion Bracket 1. Drill holes at marked locations using 5/16-inch drill bit. For solid walls (concrete or masonry), drill at least 1 inch deep. 2. Fold wall expansion bracket as shown in (See Fig. 14). 3. Insert wall expansion bracket (wings first) into hole. Tap expansion bracket flush to wall. Fig.
INSTALLATION CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY USING RIGID PIPE WARNING: A qualified service technician must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. WARNING: Do not overtighten gas connections. CAUTION: Check your gas line pressure before connecting heater to gas line. Gas line pressure must be a minimum 11" WC for LP with a max pressure of 14"WC. If gas line pressure is higher, heater regulator damage could occur. CAUTION: Never connect heater directly to an LP supply.
INSTALLATION CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY USING GAS HOSE ASSEMBLY WARNING: A qualified service technician must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: Avoid damage to regulator. Hold gas regulator with wrench when connecting into gas piping and/or fittings. CAUTION: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to gas (Propane or Natural Gas). WARNING: Do not overtighten gas connections.
INSTALLATION CONNECTING GAS CYLINDER The propane gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP Gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission, as applicable; and provided with a listed overfilling prevention device. Use only 20-pound cylinders (height: 18.11 inches, tank diameter: 9.
INSTALLATION WARNING: A qualified service technician must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: Avoid damage to regulator. Hold gas regulator with wrench when connecting into gas piping and/or fittings. CAUTION: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to gas (Propane or Natural Gas). WARNING: Do not overtighten gas connections. CONNECTING THE LP TANK 1. The knob on the LP tank must be closed. Make sure that the knob is turned clockwise to a full stop.
INSTALLATION CHECKING FOR LEAKS After all connections are made, check all connections and fittings on the LP gas tank valve, gas hose and regulator for leaks with a water and soap solution. To prevent fire or explosion while testing for a leak: • Always perform leak test prior to lighting the heater. • Do not smoke while testing for a leak. • Always perform leak tests outdoors in a well-ventilated area. • Do not use any source of flame while testing for leaks.
OPERATION 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 using the Ignitor. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
OPERATION LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS If the control knob does not pop up when released, stop and immediately and call your service technician or gas supplier. 8. Turn on all electric power to the appliance. 9. Turn control knob counter clockwise to the desired setting. OFF P IL OT 1 2 3 THERMOSTAT GAS CONTROL 1. STOP! Read the safety information on the previous page. 2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance. 3. Turn control knob clockwise to "OFF" position. (See Fig. 22b) 4.
OPERATION 2 3 Manual 4 5 OFF P IL 1 The thermostat used on this heater senses the room temperature. At times the room may exceed the set temperature. If so, the burner will shut off. The burner will cycle back on when room temperature drops below the set temperature. The control knob can be set to any comfort level between "HIGH" (5) and "LOW"(1) (See Fig. 25).
OPERATION BURNER FLAME PATTERN Fig. 28 shows a correct burner flame pattern. Fig. 29 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern with lifting, and excessive flame height. If burner flame is incorrect: • turn heater off (see “To Turn Off Gas to Appliance”, page 21). • see Troubleshooting, pages 25 - 28. Fig. 28 - Correct/Normal Flame Pattern with short flames with Control Knob Set to High Flame (5) Fig.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Before servicing you will need to remove the front panel of the heater. Fig. 30 - Front Panel Removal There are 4 Philips head screws, 2 on the left side and 2 on the right, securing the front panel to the heater (See Fig. 30). Always allow the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes before attempting to remove the front panel. WARNING: Turn off heater, unplug electrical cord and let cool before servicing.
TROUBLESHOOTING 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 cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. IMPORTANT: Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Control knob is not fully ODS/pilot lights pressed in. but flame goes out 2. Control knob is not pressed when control knob is in long enough. released. 3. Equipment shutoff valve is not fully open. 4. Thermocouple connection is loose. 5. Thermocouple damaged. 6. Control valve damaged. 7. Inlet gas pressure is too high 1. Press in control knob fully. Burner(s) does not light afterODS/pilot is lit. 1. Thermostat setting too low. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture. 1. When heated, the vapors from furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc., turn into white powder residue. 1. Turn heater off when using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaner or similar products. Heater produces unwanted odors. 1. Heater is burning vapors from paint, hair spray, glues, etc. See IMPORTANT statement, page 25. 2. Gas leak.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Fan is not spinning. (Select Models) 1. There is no power to the fan. 1. Verify fan is plugged in and set to "MAN" or "AUTO". 2. Allow 5-10 minutes for fan to engage. 3. Replace fan. 2. Fan is set to "AUTO". 3. Fan motor is bad. Fan is making a loud noise. (Select Models) 1. Fan housing or blades are dirty. 2. Fan rotation is blocked. 3. Defective fan. 28 1. See "Cleaning Fan", page 24. 2. Verify wiring is not in fan path. 3. Replace fan.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-877-447-4768, 8:30 a.m. –4:30 p.m., CST, Monday – Friday. WARNING: Only use genuine replacement parts from the GHP Group, Inc. Using any parts other than the original replacement parts may result in property damage, personal injury or even death. 12 4 11 5 10 6 2 8 3 9 7 1 16 13 ITEM No. DESCRIPTION QTY PART NO.
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WARRANTY 1. not be covered by this warranty, nor shall the LIMITED WARRANTY: The manufacturer warrants that your new product is free This limited warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser of this Forced Air/Convection/Radiant Heater and warrants againstfor any same. manufacturer assume responsibility from manufacturing and material defects for a period of defect in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of retail sale. GHP Group, Inc.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION IMPORTANT: We urge you to fill out your warranty registration card within fourteen (14) days of date of purchase. You can also register your warranty on the internet at www.ghpgroupinc.com. Complete the entire serial number. Retain this portion of the card for your records. GHP Group, Inc. 6440 W Howard GHP Group, Inc. St Niles, IL 60714-3302 GHP 8280 Austin Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053-3207 Tel: (877) 447-4768 www.ghpgroupinc.com Tel: (877) 447-4768 www.ghpgroupinc.
