Dickinson Newport - P9000 Assembly instructions

Direct Draft Propane Heater
Operating + Installation
Instruction Manual
* This instruction manual contains important information
necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance *
P9000 & P12000 Model Heaters
**Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using
the appliance. Keep this manual for future reference**
Heater’s Serial #: __________________
Form#7.2-247 Issue#1 Nov 24, 2015

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Table of Contents
1. Warning & Disclosures… Pg. 4
2. LP Gas cylinder Specs and installation… Pg.6
3. About a Direct Draft Heater… Pg. 7
4. Heater Specs…Pg. 8
5. Installation… Pg. 9
6. Propane Fuel Connection… Pg. 13
7. Low Pressure System Connection… Pg. 14
8. Fan Connection… Pg. 15
9. Lighting … Pg. 17
10. Maintenance … Pg. 18
11. Thermocouple and Orifice Maintenance … Pg. 19
12. P9000 Exploded Diagram… Pg. 22
13. P12000 Exploded Diagram… Pg. 23
14. Troubleshooting… Pg. 24
15. Replacement Parts… Pg. 25
16. Warranty… Pg. 26
17. Registering your Warranty … Pg. 28

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GENERAL WARNINGS
Leak test all connections before first use
Leak test connections after each tank refill
Always check the heater, tank and hose connections prior to each use
This heater is configured for propane. Do not use natural gas.
Never use charcoal, lava rocks or any other source of solid fuel in this
heater
Ensure that flames are coming out of the entire burner. Occasionally
insects can enter in when the unit isn’t in use and create blockages
which can lead to burner fires.
Never check for leaks using an open flame. Use soapy water on the
connections and look for bubbles.
Never use or store gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids
in or near your heater
Keep children and pets away from a hot appliance. DO NOT allow
children to operate.
Do not leave this heater unattended when in use.
Keep any electrical cords away from the heater when it’s in use
DO NOT operate while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Do not use any other regulator other than ones supplied by or ordered
from Dickinson Marine
The heater becomes hot when in use. To avoid burns
- DO NOT attempt to move
- Wear protective gloves or mitts
- DO NOT touch any of the hot surfaces
- Do not wear loose clothing when using
This heater is not intended for commercial use.
Adhere to all clearances listed in this manual
For recreational vehicle installation, The Standard for Recreational
Vehicles, ANSI A119.2, or the Standard for Gas Equipped
Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing CSA Z240.4
A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM installation
must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or, when such a standard is not
applicable, the Standards for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI
A225.1/NFPA 501A, or Standard for Gas Equiped Recreational
Vehicles and Mobile Housing, CSA Z240.4

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Do not use this appliance if any part has been underwater.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas
control which has been underwater.
Toddlers, young children, and others may be susceptible to accidental
contact burns. A physical barrier is recommended if there are at-risk
individuals in the house. To restrict access to a fireplace or stove,
install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers, young children, and
other at-risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near
the appliance.
Any safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for servicing an
appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls.
Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation after
servicing. Verify proper operation after servicing.
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. More frequent cleaning might be
required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material etc. It
is imperative that control compartments, burners, and circulating air
passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
***FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE SAFETY WARNINGS LISTED IN
THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE O PROPERTY OR
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY***

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LP GAS CYLINDER SPECS AND INSTALLATION
The heater and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from
the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that
system at test pressures in excess of ½ PSI (3.5kPa)
The heater must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by
closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system in equal or less than ½ PSI
(3.5 kPa)
The LP gas supply cylinder to be used MUST be constructed and
marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders,
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the standard for
cylinders, spheres and tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous
Goods, CAN/CSA-B339
The propane supply cylinder system must be installed with proper
vapor withdrawal capabilities
A pressure regulator must be used in the operation with this unit.
Any replacement regulators must be of those specified by the
appliance manufacturer

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About a Direct Draft Propane Heater
This direct vent propane heater fireplace is a clean burning low pressure
(11”/WC) propane appliance for use on board small marine vessels and
many other different applications.
These heaters are equipped with a flexible stainless double walled vent pipe
and a combination deckfitting/exhaust cap. Fresh air is pulled from outside,
through the outer pipe into the combustion chamber while exhaust gas leaves
the vessel through the inner pipe. The air from inside the cabin is not being
used for combustion so a fresh air vent is not needed. Since this unit has
isolated combustion, the exhaust gases are being taken out via the chimney
so no moisture is being created.
These heaters are equipped with a certified safety gas valve. If the flame
should ever be extinguished the gas will be shut-off automatically.
Manual ignition involves lighting the heater with a long barbeque lighter
with the door open and therefore avoids any initial build up of unburned gas.
The installation of a gas detector is recommended for all LPG appliances.
*NOTE: When operating on the higher settings, it is recommended to use
the fan on a low or medium speed in order to maximize the heat output of
the heater but also, to cool the air intake chimney and keep the flames from
creating soot. It is far better to save the propane and burn the heater on low
with little air blowing, than to burn the heater on high fire without the fan.
This will waste propane and heat up the chimney before all the heat can be
extracted from the heater. The fan only draws 0.2 amps, is 12 volts and can
be connected to a 115volts 500ma transformer.

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Heater Specs
P9000 P12000
Width 8.5” 10”
Height 14” 16”
Depth 5.5” 7.25”
Mounting Backplate
Width 8.375” 9.875”
Height 23” 23”
Depth 0.650” 0.650”
BTUS
Low 3200 4000
High 4500 5500
Gas Consumption (per 1lb)
Low 7hrs 5.5hrs
High 5hrs 3.9hrs
Gas Consumption (per 20lb)
Low 140hrs 110hrs
High 100hrs 78hrs

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Installation
Here are some important notes to remember when installing a Dickinson
direct draft propane heater:
•Mounting & location, 12v power hook-up, minimum 20” and a
maximum 56” of chimney, the location of hole for the chimney & the
fuel supply.
•If not connecting your heater using one of Dickinson’s propane hoses
then you will need to find fittings to match the heaters. The valve on
the heater has a male 3/8” flare fitting SAE, 45° flare standard gas
fitting.
•Install a separate low pressure regulator that reduces pressure to 11”
W/C
Location
When installing your new propane heater, keep in mind the location of the
heater and where it will maximize the heating capability. This propane
heater is equipped with a 12v fan that will blow hot air from the top of the
heater down to the floor.
This increases heating efficiency and provides good circulation of hot air.
Mounting the heater lower will allow for more efficient circulation of heat in
the cabin. Plan your heaters location prior to installing to ensure the location
chosen will fit the specifications and safety clearances.

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Safety Clearances
Combustible material such as the deck/ceiling or walls that are closer to the
heater then the specified safety clearances must be insulated with insulation
or cement board with a metal liner, a .5” standoff is best for air movement
behind. Another alternative is using insulation or cement board and ceramic
tile.