Heat Wagon 3050 User Manual

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342 N. Co. Rd. 400 East

Valparaiso, IN 46383

219-464-8818 • Fax [phone]

www.heatwagon.com

Installation and Maintenance Manual

Please retain this manual for future reference.

3050

Construction
Heater

For your safety: Do not use this heater in

a space where gasoline or other liquids

having flammable vapors are stored.

Revision 10-12

IMPORTANT INFORMATION! READ FIRST

The heater is designed for use as a construction heater under ANSI Z83.7a-1993. Heater is not
intended for use in pest remediation. The primary purpose of construction heaters is to provide
temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration, or repair and to provide emer­gency heat. Properly used, the heater provides safe, economical heating. Products of combustion
are vented into the area being heated.

The heater IS NOT designed as an Unvented Gas Fired Room Heater under ANSI-Z21.11.2 and
SHOULD NOT be used in the home.

ANSI A119.2(NFPA 501C)-1987 Recreational Vehicle Standard prohibits the installation or stor­age of LP-gas containers even temporarily inside any recreational vehicle. The standard also pro­hibits the use of Unvented Heaters in such vehicles.

NFPA-58 1989 STANDARD FOR THE STORAGE AND

HANDLING OF LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES

Use of the heater must be in accordance with this Standard and in compliance with all governing
state and local codes. Storage and handling of propane gas and propane cylinders must be in
accordance with NFPA 58 and all local governing codes.

We cannot anticipate every use which may be made for our heaters. CHECK WITH YOUR

LOCAL FIRE SAFETY AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT LOCAL REGULATIONS.

Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products in specific applica­tions. Your local authority can advise you about these.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IN A SPACE WHERE GASOLINE OR OTHER
LIQUIDS HAVING FLAMMABLE VAPORS ARE STORED OR USED.

NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH ARE NOT SUFFICIENTLY SIZED

OR VENTILATED FOR THE HEATER BEING UTILIZED.

CONSTRUCTION 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 instruction manual, labels,
etc., contact your local Heat Wagon dealer or the manufacturer.

W A R N I N G

Fire, burn, inhalation, and explosion hazard. Keep solid combustibles, such as build­ing materials, paper or cardboard, a safe distance away from the heater as recom­mended by the instructions. Never use the heater in spaces which do or may contain
volatile or airborne combustibles, or products such as gasoline, solvents, paint thin­ner, dust particles or unknown chemicals.

Not for home or recreational vehicle use!

Installation and Maintenance Manual

Model 3050

Construction Heater

Table of Contents:

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Proper Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Hose Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Cord Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Sequence of Component Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Parts Breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

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Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16

WARRANTY

All new Heat Wagon and Sure Flame heaters and fans are guaranteed against defective materials and work­manship for one (1) year from invoice date.

Warranty repairs may be made only by an authorized, trained and certified Heat Wagon dealer. Warranty
repairs by other entities will not be considered. Warranty claims must include model number and serial
number.

LIMITATIONS

Warranty claims for service parts (wear parts) such as spark plugs, igniters, flame rods will not be allowed.
Diagnostic parts such as voltage meters and pressure gauges are not warrantable.

Evidence of improper fuel usage, fuel pressures outside of manufacturer’s specification, poor fuel quality,
and improper electric power, misapplication or evidence of abuse may be cause for rejection of warranty
claims.

Travel time, mileage and shipping charges will not be allowed. Minor adjustments of heaters are dealers’
responsibility. Defective parts must be tagged and held for possible return to the factory for 60 days from
date of repair. The factory will provide a return goods authorization, (RGA) for defective parts to be
returned.

No warranty will be allowed for parts not purchased from Heat Wagon.

342 N. Co. Rd. 400 East • Valparaiso, IN 46383

219-464-8818 • 888-432-8924 • Fax [phone]

www.heatwagon.com

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No. 3050

Designed to ANSI Z83.7-1990 Standard Construction Heater

Gases: Natural or Propane
Capacity: 3,500,000 Btu/h maximum
Orifice Size: 31 DMS (x125)
Blower: 16,000 CFM; 5 HP; 3 In W.C.S.P.
Electrical Rating: 240V 30 amps, Single Phase

240V 20 amps, Three Phase
480V 10 amps, Three Phase

Minimum Temperature Rating: Minus 40 degrees F

Gas Supply: Inlet Pressure Manifold Pressure

Max PSI Min PSI W.C.

Propane 250 lbs. 5 psi 9.5”
Natural Gas 10 lbs. 5 psi 11”

(Minimum inlet pressure as low as 9.5” W.C. can be achieved by removing the 1st stage HR1082 regulator)

Inlet Connection:

Model 3050 (LP) 1/2” FNPT
Model 3050 (Vap) 3/4” FNPT
Model 3050 (Nat) 1” FNPT

Maximum Duct Length, Straight:

300 Ft. @ 30” Diameter

Weight (approximate):

570 lbs.

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INSTALLATION

The Heat Wagon Model 3050 is a direct fired gas heater intended to be used primarily for the tem­porary heating of building under construction, alteration, or repair. Since all the products of com­bustion are released into the area being heated, it is imperative that adequate ventilation is provid­ed. The flow of supply air and combustion gases must not be obstructed in any way.

1. The heater is designed for indoor or outdoor installation in a horizontal position. Allow the
following clearances from any combustible material or fuel containers.

Front Outlet: 10 feet Sides: 2 feet
Intake: 1.5 feet Top: 4 feet

Also make sure that no flammable vapors are present in the space where the heaters is being used.

2. The heater should be inspected before each use, and at least annually by a qualified service
person.

3. The hose assembly must be inspected prior to each use of the heater. If it is evident that there is
excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the heater being put
into operation. The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer. See
parts list.

4. When connecting the heater to a natural gas or propane supply line ensure that the pressure at
the heater inlet is within the specified range. Excessive pressure (over 250 psig) will damage the
controls and void the warranty.

5. Connect the hose assembly to the heater gas inlet elbow. The elbow has a 3/4” Female NPT
thread. The hose assembly is supplied with a swivel connector to avoid kinking or twisting the
hose. Use a minimum inside diameter of 1/2” on LP, 3/4” on vapor propane or 1” on natural gas
installations. Ensure that the hose assembly is protected from traffic, building materials, and
contact with hot surfaces.

6. After installation, check hose assembly for gas leaks by applying a soap and water solution to
each connection.

7. Connect the heater to an adequate electrical supply as specified on the rating plate. For
protection against shock hazard the supply cord should be connected directly into a properly
grounded fused disconnect.

8. Replacement parts are available from any Heat Wagon distributor or by calling 1-888-432-8924
for parts information.

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