OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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CONSTRUCTION |
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HEATER |
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3500-FACV |
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SPC-350 |
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FORCED AIR |
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VARIABLE 175,000 TO 350,000 BTU/HR |
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HEATER SPECIFICATIONS |
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Type of Gas |
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For Use with Propane Only |
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Input Rating Variable |
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Maximum: 350,000 BTU/hr |
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Minimum: 175,000 BTU/hr |
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Fuel Consumption |
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8.8-16.2 lbs/hr |
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Gas Supply Pressure |
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to Regulator |
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Maximum: bottle pressure |
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Minimum: 20 psig |
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Regulator out |
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20 psig |
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Fuel Orifice Size |
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#45 Drill |
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Electrical Input |
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115V, 60 Hz, 10, 7a |
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Minimum Operating Voltage |
100V |
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Fan |
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1725 rpm, 1400 cfm |
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Ignition |
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Direct Spark, Interrupted Type |
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Spark Generator |
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Solid State, 15,000V, Across 1/8"Gap |
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Primary Flame Control |
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Solid State, 10-15 Second Timing |
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High Temperature Control |
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240oF |
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Min. Ambient Temperature Rating 0oF |
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Thermostat Control |
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35oF-85oF |
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Size (Length x Width x Height) |
31" x 13" x 20" |
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Net Weight |
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54 lbs. |
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Shipping Weight |
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56 lbs. |
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!YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO YOU AND TO OTHERS, SO PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS HEATER.
!GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER, CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXIATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR SERVICE THIS HEATER.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HEATER INFORMATION SUCH AS AN INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL, LABELS, ETC. CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS |
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS |
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This is a propane, direct-fired, forced air heater. It's intended |
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Check the heater thoroughly for damage. DO NOT |
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use is primarily temporary heating of buildings under construc- |
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operate a damaged heater. |
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tion, alteration or repair. |
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DO NOT modify the heater or operate a heater which |
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has been modified from its original condition. |
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WARNING |
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Use only propane gas. |
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NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE |
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Use only VAPOR WITHDRAWAL propane supply. If |
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there is any question about vapor withdrawal, ask |
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your propane dealer. |
Propane is heavier than air. If propane leaks from a connection |
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Mount the propane cylinders vertically (shutoff valve |
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or fitting, it sinks to the floor, collecting there with the surround- |
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up). Secure them from falling or being knocked over |
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ing air, forming a potentially explosive mixture. Obviously, |
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and protect them from damage. |
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propane leaks should be avoided, so set up the propane supply |
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Locate propane containers at least 7 ft. from the |
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with utmost care. Leak check new connections or reconnections |
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heater and do not direct exhaust toward containers. |
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with a soap and water solution and follow all connection |
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Use only the hose and regulator assembly provided |
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instructions herein. Also, ask your propane dealer for advice |
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with the heater. Inspect hose assembly before each |
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on the propane supply installation and ask him to check it if |
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use of the heater. If there is excessive abrasion or |
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there are any questions. |
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wear, or hose is cut, replace with hose assembly |
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listed on parts list before using heater. |
Direct-Fired means that all of the combustion products enter |
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For indoor use only. Area must be well ventilated. |
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the heated space. |
Even though this heater operates very |
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Provide minimum openings of 3 sq. ft. near the floor |
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close to 100 percent combustion efficiecy, it still produces |
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and 3 sq. ft. near the ceiling (also see "Operating |
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small amounts of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide (called |
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Precautions"). |
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CO) is toxic. We can tolerate small amounts but not a lot. CO |
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If at any time gas odor is detected, IMMEDIATELY |
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can build up in a heated space and failure to provide adequate |
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DISCONTINUE operation until the source of gas has |
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ventilation could result in death. The symptoms of inadequate |
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been located and corrected. |
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ventilation are: |
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Install the heater such that it is not directly exposed to |
headache |
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water spray, rain and/or dripping water. |
dizziness |
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Maintain minimum clearance from normal combust- |
burning eyes and nose |
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ible material (like paper) as follows: |
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nausea |
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floor-0 ft.;outlet-8 ft.; sides-2 ft.; top-3 ft. Locate 10 ft. |
dry mouth or sore throat |
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from canvas or plastic tarpaulins or similar coverings |
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So, be sure to follow advice about ventilation in these operating |
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and secure them to prevent flapping or movement |
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instructions. |
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due to wind action. |
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Operate only on a stable, level surface. |
Forced Air means that a blower or fan pushes the air through |
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Do not use with ductwork. Do not restrict inlet or exit. |
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the heater. Proper combustion depends upon this air flow; |
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Use only the electrical power specified. The electri- |
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therefore, the heater must not be revised, modified or oper- |
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cal connection and grounding must comply with |
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ated with parts removed or missing. Likewise, safety systems |
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National Electrical Code - ANSI/NFPA 70. |
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must not be circumvented or modified in order to operate the |
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Use only a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle or |
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heater. |
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extension cord. |
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Do not move, handle or service while hot or burning. |
When the heater is to be operated in the presence of other |
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Use only in accordance with local codes or, in the |
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people the user is responsible for properly acquainting |
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absence of local codes, with the Standard for the |
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those present with the safety precautions and instruc- |
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Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases |
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tions, and of the hazards involved. |
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ANSI/NFPA 58-1998. |
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WARNING: FIRE, BURN, INHALATION, AND EX-
PLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH
AS BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARDBOARD, A
SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOM-
MENDED BY THE INSTUCTIONS NEVER USE THE HEATER
IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR
AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS
GASOLINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNER, DUST PAR-
TICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS.
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