Deluxe Vane Axial Heater
Model # VHC _-_ _-_ _-D (HIGH-FIRE)
Model # VLC _-_ _-_ _-D (LOW-FIRE)
Owner ’s Manual
PNEG-581
Date: 07-18-08
Check List
1. All wire connections
2. Spark plug gap 0.125
3. Pipetrain tightness and gas leaks
4. Flame sensor tight
5. Fuse in place, extra fuse provided
6. Time delay reset
7. Indicator light
8. Pressure gauge
9. Regulator adjusted
10. Shut off valve operates correctly
11. Vapor High-Limit
12. Unit cycles ON to OFF
13. Heat rise even across transition
14. Unit cycles High-Low (High-Low only)
15. Modulating valve holds temperature within 1 degree (modulating units only)
16. All decals and serial number tag
17. Aesthetic appearance
18. Manual
Tester Signature:
Date:______________________________
______________________________
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Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Safety ................................................................................................................................................. 4
Safety Guidelines ............................................................................................................................... 4
Fuel Warning ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Power Warning ................................................................................................................................... 5
Proper Use of Product ........................................................................................................................ 5
Heater Operation ................................................................................................................................ 5
Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 6
Chapter 2 Safety Decals .....................................................................................................................................8
Chapter 3 Heater Installation ...........................................................................................................................13
Fuel Connection ............................................................................................................................ ... 13
Heater Electrical Installation (230V Fans) ........................................................................................ 14
Transition High-Limit Installation ...................................................................................................... 16
Plenum Thermostat Mounting .......... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ................................ 17
Second Heater Installation ............................................................................................................... 18
Temperature Heater Specifications .................................................................................................. 19
Chapter 4 Deluxe Heater Wiring Diagram .......................................................................................................20
Chapter 5 Heater Operation .............................................................................................................................21
Standard Heater Operation .............................................................................................................. 21
High-Low Heater Operation ................. ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ... .......... ... 21
Modulating Valve Operation ...................................... ....................................... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ...... 22
BTUs per Gauge Pressure (PSI) Propane Models (Approximate) ................................................... 23
BTUs per Gauge Pressure (PSI) Natural Gas Models (Approximate) ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... 24
Adjusting the Vaporizer .................................................................................................................... 25
Chapter 6 Parts List ..........................................................................................................................................26
18" Gas Heater ................................................................................................................................. 27
24" and 26" Gas Heater ................................................................................................................... 28
28" Gas Heater ................................................................................................................................. 30
Control Box Parts .................................................................................................................... ... ...... 31
Axial Propane Vapor Pipetrain ......................................................................................................... 32
Axial Natural Gas Pipetrain .............................................................................................................. 33
Axial Propane Vapor High-Low Pipetrain ............................ ... .... ... ... ... ... ....................................... ... 34
Axial Natural Gas High-Low Pipetrain .............................................................................................. 35
Axial Liquid Propane Pipetrain ......... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ................................ 36
Chapter 7 Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................37
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1. Safety
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
NOTE indicates information about the equipment that you
should pay special attention.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Personnel operating or working around electric fans should read this manual. This
manual must be delivered with the equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual
and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment.
WARNING! BE ALERT!
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the
responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this eq uipment
of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its
safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.
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1. Safety
Do not use propane tanks which have previously been used for ammonia unless
they have been purged according to procedures of the National LP Association.
Be sure fuel supply system complies with all local codes for LP gas installations.
DO NOT USE FLAME FOR LEAK TESTING.
Fuel Warning
Power Warning
Be sure power is disconnected and locked out before installation. Failure to do so may cause serious
injury or death.
IMPORTANT: Heater must be interlocked with fan for safe operation.
IMPORTANT: Thermostat must be installed for safe operation.
Proper Use of Product
This product is intended for the use of grain drying only. Any other use is a misuse of this produ ct. This
product has sharp edges. These sharp edges may cause serious injury. To avoid injury handle sharp
edges with caution and use proper protective clothing and equipment at all times. Guards are removed
for illustration only. All guards must be in place before and during operation.
Heater Operation
Thank you for choosing a GSI product. It is designed to give excellent performance and service for
many years.
This manual describes the operation of the GSI Deluxe Vane Axial Heater. Many models are available
to accommodate low, medium or High-Temperature grain conditioning.
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1. Safety
Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Install and Operate Electrical Equipment Properly
Electrical controls should be installed by a qualified electrician
and must meet the standards set by the National Electrical Code
and all local and state codes.
Disconnect and lock out all power sources before installing
wires/cables or servicing equipment.
Safety Instructions
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want
to keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some
problems which may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requ irements, hazards and p recautions
exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area . Safety precautions may
be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce
a very dangerous situation where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
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1. Safety
Install and Operate Gas-Fired Equipment Properly
Fuel supply should be installed by a qualified gas
technician and must meet local and state codes for
gaseous fuel supplies.
Disconnect and lock out all fuel sources before
servicing equipment.
Explosive Gases
Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital and fire department near your telephone.
Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible
Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.
Remove all jewelry.
Long hair should be tied up and back.
Safety glasses should be worn at all times to protect eyes
from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
Wear steel toe boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoe strings.
A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.
Wear hard hat to help protect your head.
Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at
elevations greater than six feet (6').
Eye Protection
Gloves
Steel Toe Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Fall Protection
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2. Safety Decals
CAUTION!
Excessive vacuum (or pressure) may
damage roof. Use positive aeration
system. Make sure all roof vents are
open and unobstructed. Start roof
fans when supply fans are started.
Do not operate when conditions exist
that may cause roof vent icing.
DC-969
GSI does not warrant any roof damage caused by
excessive vacuum or internal pressure from fans
or other air moving systems. Adequate ventilation
and/or “Makeup Air” devices should be provided
for all powered air handling systems. GSI does not
recommend the use of downward flow systems
(suction). Severe roof damage can result from any
blockage of air passages. Running fans during
high humidity/cold weather conditions can cause
air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.
The GSI Group recommends contacting your local power company, and having a representative survey
the installation so the wiring is compatible with their system, and adequate power is supplied to
the unit.
Safety decals should be read and understood by all people in the grain handling area. The bottom-right
decal warns that the enclosure contains electrical devices carrying high voltages that will cause inju ry or
death. Lock out power before servicing. If a decal is damaged or is missing, contact:
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: 217-226-4421
A free replacement will be sent to you.
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer
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2. Safety Decals
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2. Safety Decals
Stay clear of rotating
blade. Blade could start
automatically. Can cause
serious injury. Disconnect
power before servicing.
DC-1225
WARNING
Safety Alert Decals for Door
WARNING
Flame and pressure beyond
door can cause serious
injury. Do not operate with
service door removed. Keep
head and hands clear.
DC-1227
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2. Safety Decals
WARNING
Stay clear of rotating
blade. Blade could start
automatically. Can cause
serious injury. Disconnect
power before servicing.
DC-1225
WARNING
Flame and pressure beyond
door can cause serious
injury. Do not operate with
service door removed. Keep
head and hands clear.
DC-1227
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2. Safety Decals
VAPORIZER ADJUSTMENT
DC-535
VAPORIZER COIL SHOULD BE ADJUSTED
SO VAPOR PIPE TRAIN IS WARM
(100-125 DEGREES F) TO THE TOUCH
WARMER COLDER
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