GSI PNEG-582 User Manual
CGA Approved
Series 2000 Heater
Installation And
Operating Instructions
MODEL # VHC - __ __ - __ __ - 2 __ (HIGH)
MODEL # VLC - __ __ - __ __ - 2 __ (LOW)
Owner's
Manual
MANUAL # PNEG-582
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THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT
INSTALLATION CODES FOR GAS BURNING APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT,
CAN1-B149.1 AND B149.2, OR APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL REGULATIONS WHICH
SHOULD BE CAREFULLY FOLLOWED IN ALL CASES. AUTHORITIES HAVING
JURISDICTION SHOULD BE CONSULTED BEFORE INSTALLATIONS ARE MADE.
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CGA SERIES 2000 HEATER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Series 2000 Heater Check List.....................................................................................4
Warranty.......................................................................................................................5
Roof Warning, Operation & Safety.....................................................................................6
Safety Alert Decals.......................................................................................................7
Series 2000 Heater Installation....................................................................................8
High Temperature Heater Specifications................................................................8
Low Temperature Heater Specifications................................................................8
Plenum Temperature Sensor Mounting.................................................................9
Transition Hi-Limit Installation................................................................................9
Heater Unit Wiring.................................................................................................10
Secondary Heater Unit Wiring...............................................................................10
Machine To Earth Ground.....................................................................................11
Proper Installation Of The Ground Rod.................................................................11
Previously Installed Units......................................................................................11
Fuel Connection For Liquid Propane Models.........................................................12
Fuel Connection For Propane Vapor Models........................................................12
Fuel Connection For Natural Gas Models............................................................12
Series 2000 Operating Procedure....................................................................................13
Power Up..............................................................................................................13
Normal Operating Displays With Heater Not Running..........................................14
Starting The Dryer.................................................................................................15
Setting Gas Pressure ............................................................................................15
BTU's Per Gauge Pressure (PSI) Propane Models (Approximate)......................16
BTU's Per Gauge Pressure (PSI) Natural Gas Models (Approximate).................17
Adjusting The Vaporizor........................................................................................18
Running The Dryer...............................................................................................18
Programming Set Points.......................................................................................19
Programming Hours To Shut Down.......................................................................20
Drying Grain In The Hours To Shut Down Mode...................................................20
Run Hours Display...............................................................................................20
Multiple Heater Notes............................................................................................20
Factory Configuration..................................................................................................21
Configuration Dip Switches (Normally Done At GSI)............................................21
Error Conditions..........................................................................................................22
Limit Switches......................................................................................................22
Multiple Heater Error Conditions...........................................................................22
Misc Error Numbers..............................................................................................22
Series 2000 Heater Service..........................................................................................22
Series 2000 Heater Wiring..........................................................................................24
Notes...........................................................................................................................25
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CGA SERIES 2000 HEATER CHECK LIST
_____ 1. All wire connections
_____ 2. Spark plug gap - .125
_____ 3. Pipe train tightness and gas leaks
_____ 4. Flame sensor tight
_____ 5. Fuse in place, extra fuse provided
_____ 6. Flame out light
_____ 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 HI to LO (HI-LO only)
_____ 15. Mod valve holds temp within 1 degree (mod units only)
_____ 16. All decals and serial number tag
_____ 17. Aesthetic appearance
_____ 18. Manual
Tester Signature___________________________________________
Date____________________________________
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WARRANTY
THE GSI GROUP, INC. ("GSI") WARRANTS ALL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY GSI TO BE FREE OF
DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP UNDER NORMAL USAGE AND CONDITIONS FOR A PE-
RIOD OF TWELVE MONTHS AFTER RETAIL SALE TO THE ORIGINAL END USER OF SUCH PROD-
UCTS. GSI'S ONLY OBLIGATION IS, AND PURCHASER'S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE FOR GSI, TO RE-
PAIR OR REPLACE, AT GSI'S OPTION AND EXPENSE, PRODUCTS THAT, IN GSI'S SOLE JUDGMENT,
CONTAIN A MATERIAL DEFECT DUE TO MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP. ALL DELIVERY AND SHIP-
MENT CHARGES TO AND FROM GSI'S FACTORY WILL BE PURCHASER'S RESPONSIBILITY. EXPENSES
INCURRED BY OR ON BEHALF OF THE PURCHASER WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION
FROM AN AUTHORIZED EMPLOYEE OF GSI SHALL BE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER.
EXCEPT FOR THE ABOVE STATED EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTIES, GSI MAKES NO WARRANTY OF
ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MER-
CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE IN CONNECTION WITH (i) PROD-
UCT MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY GSI OR (ii) ANY ADVICE, INSTRUCTION, RECOMMENDATION OR
SUGGESTION PROVIDED BY AN AGENT, REPRESENTATIVE OR EMPLOYEE OF GSI REGARDING OR
RELATED TO THE CONFIGURATION, INSTALLATION, LAYOUT, SUITABILITY FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE, OR DESIGN OF SUCH PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GSI BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
PURCHASER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THAT STATED ABOVE, WHICH
SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE PRODUCT PURCHASED. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT
TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER. GSI SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGA-
TION OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY REPRESENTATIVE OR WARRANTIES MADE BY OR ON BEHALF
OF ANY DEALER, AGENT OR DISTRIBUTOR OF GSI.
GSI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR FIELD MODIFICATIONS OR ERECTION DEFECTS WHICH
CREATE STRUCTURAL OR STORAGE QUALITY PROBLEMS. MODIFICATIONS TO THE PRODUCT NOT
SPECIFICALLY COVERED BY THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL WILL NULLIFY ANY PRODUCT WAR-
RANTY THAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN OTHERWISE AVAILABLE.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT COVER PRODUCTS OR PARTS WHICH HAVE BEEN
DAMAGED BY NEGLIGENT USE, MISUSE, ALTERATION OR ACCIDENT. THIS WARRANTY COVERS
ONLY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY GSI. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. GSI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE DESIGN OR SPECI-
FICATION CHANGES AT ANY TIME.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION, PURCHASER HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO RESEARCH AND COM-
PLY WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES WHICH MAY APPLY TO THE LOCATION AND
INSTALLATION.
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ROOF WARNING, OPERATION & SAFETY
ROOF DAMAGE WARNING AND DISCLAIMER
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 SYS-
TEMS. GSI DOES NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF DOWN-
WARD FLOW SYSTEMS (SUCTION). SEVERE ROOF DAM-
AGE CAN RESULT FROM ANY BLOCKAGE OF AIR PAS-
SAGES. RUNNING FANS DURING HIGH HUMIDITY/COLD
WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE AIR EXHAUST OR
INTAKE PORTS TO FREEZE.
Thank you for choosing a GSI/Air-
stream product. It is designed to
give excellent performance and
service for many years.
This manual describes the op-
eration of the Airstream Chi-town
Heater. It is designed for low to me-
dium temperature grain condi-
tioning, and is ideal for the aera-
tion of rice, popcorn or other se-
lect grains. It is available in both
The symbol shown is used to call
your attention to instructions con-
cerning your personal safety. Watch
for this symbol; it points out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means
"ATTENTION", "WARNING", "CAU-
TION", and "DANGER". Read the
message and be cautious to the
possibility of personal injury or
death.
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HEATER OPERATION
propane vapor and natural gas
models.
The principal concern of the GSI
Group, Inc. ("GSI") is your safety and
the safety of others associated with
grain handling equipment. This
manual is written to help you under-
stand safe operating procedures,
and some of the problems that may
be encountered by the operator or
other personnel.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
WARNING! BE ALERT!
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.
As owner and/or operator, it is
your responsibility to know what
requirements, hazards and pre-
cautions exist, and to inform all
personnel associated with the
equipment, or who are in the dryer
area. Avoid any alterations to the
equipment. Such alterations may
produce a very dangerous situa-
tion, where serious injury or death
may occur.
Grain Systems, Inc. recommends
contacting your local power company,
and having a representative survey
your installation so the wiring is com-
patible with their system, and ad-
equate power is supplied to your unit.
Safety decals should be read
and understood by all people in the
grain handling area. The bottom
right decal should be present on the
inside bin door cover of the two ring
door, 24" porthole door cover and
the roof manway cover.
If a decal is damaged or is miss-
ing contact:
Grain Systems, Inc.
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510
217-226-4421
A free replacement will be sent to you.
SAFETY ALERT DECALS
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CGA SERIES 2000 HEATER INSTALLATION
HIGH TEMPERATURE HEATER SPECIFICATIONS
All models
Liquid models
Vapor models
Natural gas
models
Inside diameter
Bolt circle diameter
Length
BTU rating
Weight
Maximum fuel flow (GPH)
Orifice
Modulating valve bypass orifice
Minimum operating pressure
Maximum operating pressure
Minimum line size
Maximum fuel flow (CFH)
Orifice
Modulating valve bypass orifice
Minimum operating pressure
Maximum operating pressure
Minimum line size
Maximum fuel flow (CFH)
Orifice
Modulating valve bypass orifice
Minimum operating pressure
Maximum operating pressure
Minimum line size
18"
18.5/16"
19.7/16"
22"
1400000
81
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
585
5/32"
Green
2
20
1/2"
1473
1/4"
Blue
1
7
3/4"
24"
24.1/4"
25.3/4"
22.1/2"
2100000
110
23
3/16"
Blue
2
20
3/8"
877
3/16"
Blue
2
20
3/4"
2210
5/16"
Aluminum
1
7
1"
26"
26.5/16"
27.15/16"
22.1/4"
2700000
115
30
7/32"
Blue
2
20
3/8"
1128
7/32"
Blue
2
20
3/4"
2842
23/64"
Aluminum
1
7
1.1/4"
28"
28.1/8"
29.5/8"
25.1/4"
3000000
140
34
15/64"
Aluminum
2
20
3/8"
1253
15/64"
Aluminum
2
20
3/4"
3157
3/8"
Aluminum
1
7
1.1/4"
All models
Vapor models
Natural gas
models
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LOW TEMPERATURE HEATER SPECIFICATIONS
Inside diameter
Bolt circle diameter
Length
BTU rating
Weight
Maximum fuel flow (GPH)
Orifice
Modulating valve bypass orifice
Minimum operating pressure
Maximum operating pressure
Minimum line size
Maximum fuel flow (CFH)
Orifice
Modulating valve bypass orifice
Minimum operating pressure
Maximum operating pressure
Minimum line size
18"
18.5/16"
19.7/16"
22"
400000
81
167
5/64"
Red
2
20
3/8"
421
9/64"
Yellow
1
7
1/2"
24"
24.1/4"
25.3/4"
22.1/2"
500000
110
292
3/32"
Yellow
2
20
3/8"
736
5/32"
Green
1
7
1/2"
26.5/16"
27.15/16"
22.1/4"
500000
26"
115
292
3/32"
Yellow
2
20
3/8"
736
5/32"
Green
1
7
1/2"
28"
28.1/8"
29.5/8"
25.1/4"
500000
140
292
3/32"
Yellow
2
20
3/8"
736
5/32"
Green
1
7
1/2"
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