L.B. White I-3 User Manual

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Congratulations!
You have purchased the finest radiant heater available for the heating of livestock in agricultural animal confinement buildings.
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Owner’s Manual and Instructions
Agricultural Building Radiant Heaters
150-26814
MODEL OUTPUT (Btuh) FUEL
I3 2,800
Propane Vapor
Withdrawal
or Natural Gas
ATTENTION ALL USERS
This heater has been tested and evaluated by L.B. White Co. as a direct gas-fired radiant heater designed specifically for use in farrowing operations in swine confinement buildings. If you are considering using this product for any application other than its intended use, then please contact your fuel gas supplier, or the L.B. White Co., Inc.
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WARNING
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Not for home or recreational vehicle use.
Installation of this heater in a home or
recreational vehicle may result in a fire or explosion.
Fire or explosions can cause property
damage or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don't touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flame.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other heater.
WARNING
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Keep solid combustibles a safe distance
away from the heater.
Solid combustibles include wood or paper
products, feathers, straw, and dust.
Do not use the heater in spaces which
contain or may contain volatile or airborne combustibles.
Volatile or airborne combustibles include
gasoline, solvents, paint thinner, dust particles or unknown chemicals.
Failure to follow these instructions may
result in a fire or explosion.
Fire or explosions can lead to property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
GENERAL HAZARD WARNING
Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions provided with this heater, can result in:
Death — Serious bodily injury or burns — Property damage or loss from fire or explosion — Asphyxiation due to lack of adequate air supply or carbon monoxide poisoning — Electrical shock
Read this Owner’s Manual before installing or using this heater.
Only properly-trained service people should repair or install this heater.
Save this Owner’s Manual for future use and reference.
Owner’s Manuals and replacement labels are available at no charge. For assistance, contact
L.B. White at 800-345-7200.
WARNING
Proper gas supply pressure must be provided to the inlet of the heater.
Refer to rating plate for proper gas supply pressure.
Gas pressure in excess of the maximum inlet pressure specified at the heater inlet can cause
fires or explosions.
Fires or explosions can lead to serious injury, death, building damage or loss of livestock.
Gas pressure below the minimum inlet pressure specified at the heater inlet may cause
improper combustion.
Improper combustion can lead to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning and therefore
serious injury or death to humans and livestock.
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This owner's manual includes all options and accessories commonly used on or with this heater. However, depending on the configuration purchased, some options and accessories may not be included.
When calling for technical service assistance, or for other specific information, always have the model number and serial number available.
This manual will instruct you in the operation and care of your radiant heater. Have your qualified installer review this manual with you so that you fully understand the heater and how it functions.
The gas supply line installation, and the repair, installation and servicing of the heater requires continuing expert training and knowledge of gas heaters and should not be attempted by anyone who is not so qualified. See page 6 for definition of the necessary qualifications.
Contact your local L.B. White distributor or the L.B. White Co., Inc. for assistance, or if you have any questions about the use of the heater or its application.
The L.B. White Co., Inc. has a policy of continuous product improvement. It reserves the right to change specifications and design without notice.
SECTION
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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Heater Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation Instructions
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Filter Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Locating and Mounting the Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Safety Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Hose Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Heater Control and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Start-Up Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Shut-Down Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cleaning Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Service Instructions
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Safety Gas Control Valve & Burner Orifice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Thermostatic Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Thermocouple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Combsustion Cones and Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Gas Pressure Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Heater Component Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Parts Identification
Parts Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Warranty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Replacement Parts and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Table of Contents
General Information
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Radiant Heater Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS
Model
FIG. 1
Heater Dimensions See Fig. 1
Fuel Consumption Per Hour
Minimum Safe Clearances to Combustible Materials
Recommended Installation Height
24 in.
2.8 CFH
10 - 12 in. W.C.
35 CFM
5 PSIG
(1) This is a typical sensor height range for the modulating zone panel in a farrowing installations. Care should always be taken to
ensure that the sensor is sufficiently high as to not be damaged by the animal during operation.
"B"
"A"
"C"
Animal Occupied Zone Temperature Control Sensor Location (1)
VERTICAL FROM FLOOR 18 in.
HORIZONTAL FROM CENTER OF BROODER 8 in.
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Maximum Input 2,800 BTUH
Ventilation Air to Support Combustion
Zone Control PROPANE GAS OR Full Output Pressure NATURAL GAS
Zone Control, PROPANE GAS OR Low Heat Pressure NATURAL GAS
“A” 7-5/8 in.
“B” 7 in.
“C” 3-1/2 in.
Net Weight 3-1/2 lbs.
PROPANE GAS .13 lbs./hr.
NATURAL GAS
24 in.above the creep mat
TOP OF SHROUD 2-1/2 ft.
VERTICALLY FROM POINT OF COMBUSTION CONE
SIDES 2 ft.
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LP gas and natural gas have man-made odorants added specifically for detection of fuel gas leaks. If a gas leak occurs, you should be able to smell the fuel gas. THAT’S YOUR SIGNAL TO GO INTO IMMEDIATE ACTION!
Do not take any action that could ignite the fuel gas. Do
not operate any electrical switches. Do not pull any power supply or extension cords. Do not light matches or any other source of flame. Do not use your telephone.
Get everyone out of the building and away from the area
immediately.
Close all propane gas tank or cylinder fuel supply
valves, or the main fuel supply valve located at the meter if you use natural gas.
Propane gas is heavier than air and may settle in low
areas. When you have reason to suspect a propane leak, keep out of all low areas.
Natural gas is lighter than air and can collect around
rafters or ceilings.
Use your neighbor’s phone and call your fuel gas
supplier and your fire department. Do not re-enter the building or area.
Stay out of the building and away from the area until
declared safe by the firefighters and your fuel gas
supplier.
FINALLY, let the fuel gas service person and the
firefighters check for escaped gas. Have them air out the building and area before you return. Properly trained service people must repair the leak, check for further leakages, and then relight the heater for you.
Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot
smell the odor of the man-made chemical added to propane or natural gas. You must determine if you can smell the odorant in these fuel gases.
Learn to recognize the odor of propane gas and natural
gas. Local propane gas dealers and your local natural gas supplier (utility) will be more than happy to give you a “scratch and sniff” pamphlet. Use it to become familiar with the fuel gas odor.
Smoking can decrease your ability to smell. Being
around an odor for a period of time can affect your sensitivity to that particular odor. Odors present in animal confinement buildings can mask fuel gas odor.
The odorant in propane gas and natural gas is colorless
and the intensity of its odor can fade under some circumstances.
If there is an underground leak, the movement of gas
through the soil can filter the odorant.
Propane gas odor may differ in intensity at different
levels. Since propane gas is heavier than air, there may be more odor at lower levels.
Always be sensitive to the slightest gas odor. If you
continue to detect any gas odor, no matter how small, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately go into action as discussed previously.
FUEL GAS ODOR
ODOR FADING -- NO ODOR DETECTED
ATTENTION -- CRITICAL POINTS TO REMEMBER!
Propane gas and natural gas have a distinctive odor.
Learn to recognize these odors. (Reference “Fuel Gas Odor” and “Odor Fading” sections above.
If you have not been properly trained in repair and service of propane gas and natural gas fueled heaters, then do not attempt to light the heater, perform service or repairs, or make any adjustments to the heater on a propane (LP) gas or natural gas fuel system.
Even if you are not properly trained in the service and
repair of radiant heaters, ALWAYS be consciously aware of the odors of propane gas and natural gas.
A periodic “sniff test” around the heater or at the
heater’s joints; i.e. hose, connections, etc., is a good safety practice under any conditions. If you smell even a small amount of gas, CONTACT YOUR FUEL GAS SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT WAIT!
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WARNING
Do not use this radiant heater for heating human living
quarters.
Do not use in unventilated areas.
The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be
obstructed.
Proper ventilation air must be provided to support the
combustion air requirements of the heater being used.
Refer to the specification section of the Owner’s
Manual, heater’s dataplate, or contact PSI to determine
combustion air ventilation requirements of the heater.
Lack of proper ventilation air will lead to improper
combustion.
Improper combustion can lead to carbon monoxide
poisoning in humans leading to serious injury or death. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include headaches, dizziness and difficulty in breathing.
Symptoms of improper combustion affecting livestock
can be disease, lower feed conversion, or death.
Asphyxiation Hazard
Safety Precautions
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1. Do not attempt to install, repair or service this heater or the gas supply line unless you have continuing expert training and knowledge of gas heaters.
Qualifications for service and installation of this equipment are as follows:
QUALIFICATIONS FOR
SERVICING AND INSTALLATION:
a. To be a qualified gas heater service person, you
must have been trained in gas-fired heater servicing, repair and also have sufficient experience to allow you to troubleshoot, replace defective parts, and test heaters in order to get them into a continuing safe and normal operation condition. You must completely familiarize yourself with each model heater by reading and complying with the safety instructions, labels, owner’s manual, etc. that is provided with each heater.
b. To be a qualified gas installation person, you must
have sufficient training and experience to handle all aspects of installing, repairing and altering gas lines, including selecting and installing the proper equipment, and selecting proper pipe size to be used. This must be done in accordance with all local, state and national codes as well as the manufacturer’s requirements.
2. All installations or applications of L. B. White Co., Inc.’s radiant heater and associated zone control panel should meet the requirements of local, state and national L.P. gas and natural gas, electrical and safety codes. Your gas supplier, local licensed electrician, local fire department and government agencies can help you determine these requirements. In the absence of local codes, comply with the following: a. Installations in the U.S.A.:
-- ANSI/NFPA 58, latest edition, Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas and/or
-- ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas
Code
b. Installations in Canada:
-- CAN1-B149.1 or CAN1-B149.2 Installation
Codes
-- CSA C22.1 Part 1 Standard Canadian Electrical
Codes, CSA C22.2 No.3 Electrical Features of Fuel Burning Equipment
3. If at any time you notice something unusual about the operation of your heater such as gas odor, overheating, flames other than in the combustion cone area, etc., evacuate the area immediately and call your fire department and your gas service agency. Get assurances from the fire department that the area is free of gas before you attempt to relight the heater.
4. The components on the heater that call for hand operation should work with hand pressure only. If more force is required, have a qualified gas heater service agency replace the complete part. Do not attempt to repair.
5. Do not block air intakes or discharge outlets of the heater. Doing so may cause improper combustion or damage to the heater components leading to property damage or animal loss.
6. Do not move, handle, or service the heater while in operation or connected to fuel supply.
7. Do not locate fuel supply hoses within the heater’s heating zone.
8. All gas hose assemblies must be inspected on a regular basis. This should be done at least once a year, or when the farrowing room has been cleaned after each turn. If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to heater being put into operation. The hose assembly shall be protected from animals, building materials, and contact with hot surfaces during use. The hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer. See parts list.
9. Check for gas leaks and proper function upon installation, before building repopulation and when relocating.
10. If the gas flow is interrupted and the burner flame is extinguished, immediately shut off the gas. Do not relight the heater until you are sure that all of the gas that may have accumulated through the heater has cleared away. Do not relight the heater until at least five minutes have passed.
11. If the heater is to be relocated, make sure that all gas connections are capped and the gas supply is shut off. All connection points must be leak checked after disconnection and after reconnection.
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WARNING
Burn Hazard
The heater’s combustion cones and canopy are
extremely hot during operation and shortly after shutting down.
Always be aware of your proximity to the heater and
avoid contact with its hot surfaces during or shortly after operation.
Failure to follow this warning can result in burns
leading to severe injury.
Safety Precautions
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1. Read all safety precautions and follow L.B. White recommendations when installing this heater. If during the installation or relocating of the heater, you suspect that a part is damaged or defective, call a qualified service agency for repair or replacement.
2. Gas pressure and regulation requirements
-- Infraconic heaters require a regulated gas supply of 5 PSIG.
-- Exceeding the gas inlet pressure rating can result in poor performance and unreliable operation.
-- See page 4 of this manual for information on gas
pressures relating to specific models.
-- Each room of heaters must have an adjustable
high pressure regulator installed for proper control of pressures.
-- L.P. Gas: the regulator must be capable of
handling a maximum inlet pressure of 10 psi, while supplying an outlet pressure of 5 psi nominal.
-- Natural gas: the regulator must be installed to
supply an outlet pressure of 5 psi nominal.
Part number 09703 can be ordered for use on either fuel gas.
3. The heater’s gas regulator (with pressure relief valve) should be installed outside of building. Any regulators inside the buildings must be properly vented to the outside. Local, state and national codes always apply to regulator installation. Natural gas regulators with a vent limiting device may be mounted indoors without venting to outdoors.
4. Any regulator mounted outside the building be protected against the weather, particularly ice formation. Ice formation can lead to overpressurization of the regulator and subsequent gas leaks. See codes covering proper protection.
5. Position the heater properly before use in accordance with requirements for combustible clearances, crate divider panel clearance, tilt angle, and to protect the heater from livestock.
6. Position the gas hose outside of the hot zone directly above the heater. Position the gas hose to avoid any contact with the hot surfaces of the heater.
7. The heater must be installed properly to prevent heat stress to the adult animal.
8 The heater is designed for mounting over farrowing
crate divider panels made of metal, or more commonly used PVC or ABS materials. When installed over a common divider panel, one heater will provide heat to piglets in adjacent crates. As standard the heater ships for mounting to a metal divider panel. Kit # 26769 is used for mounting the heater to PVC or ABS panels.
9. Insure that all accessories that ship with heater have been installed. This pertains to gas hose, safety chain hanging kit, and if applicable, base mount for installation on PVC/ABS panels.
10. Always use pipe joint compound that is resistant to liquefied petroleum gas and natural gas.
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Installation Instructions
GENERAL
12. Inspect all heaters after room turn, or before repopulation. Such inspection should consist of, but is not limited to, the following points of action:
-- Insure proper clearance to combustible materials.
-- Check for general cleanliness. Clean if necessary.
-- Check gas hose connections for tightness.
13. A qualified service person shall inspect the heater and its gas train at least on an annual basis. This should consist of, but is not limited to, the following points of action:
-- Start-up and shut down of the heaters and zone control panel to test for proper operation.
-- Leak check of all pipe joints and hose connections.
-- Thorough cleaning of the exterior of the heater, its inlet venturi, combustion cones and filter.
-- Thorough inspection of the heater’s component parts for corrosion, stripped threads, etc. with subsequent parts replacement as necessary.
-- Gas pressure checks.
14 The heater’s gas hose and quick disconnect are
equipped with excess flow valves. The excess flow valve will limit gas flow in the event the gas hose is cut or ruptured.
15. Turn off the gas supply when the heater is not in use.
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11. Check all connections for gas leaks using approved gas leak detectors. Gas leak testing is performed as follows:
-- Check all pipe connections, hose connections, fittings and adapters upstream of the gas control with approved gas leak detectors.
-- In the event a gas leak is detected, check the components involved for cleanliness and proper application of pipe compound before further tightening.
-- Tighten the gas connections as necessary to stop the leak.
-- After all connections are checked and any leaks are eliminated, light the heater.
-- Stand clear while the heater ignites to prevent injury caused from hidden leaks that could cause flashback.
-- With the heater in operation, check all connections, hose connections, fittings and joints as well as the gas control valve inlet and outlet connections with approved gas leak detectors.
-- If a leak is detected, check the components involved for cleanliness in the thread areas and proper application of pipe compound before further tightening.
-- Tighten the gas connection as necessary to stop the leak.
-- If necessary, replace the parts or components involved if the leak cannot be stopped.
-- Ensure all gas leaks have been identified and repaired before proceeding.
12. A qualified service agency must check for proper operating gas pressures upon installation of the heaters.
13. Use the proper gas supply line to assure proper functioning of the heaters. Typically, 3/4 in. ID black iron pipe is used to supply gas to the inlet of the zone control panel with 1/2 in. ID black iron pipe used to convey the gas to the heaters. However, always consult your fuel gas supplier, or the L. B. White Co., Inc. for proper line sizing and installation.
14. The heater is designed for either propane vapor with­drawal or natural gas, depending on model number. Do not use this heater in an propane liquid withdrawal system. Do not permit propane in liquid form to enter the heater at any time.
15. The corrosive atmosphere present in animal confinement buildings can cause component failure or heater malfunction. The heater should be periodically inspected and cleaned in accordance with the Maintenance and Cleaning Instructions in this manual. Make sure that livestock is protected by a back up alarm system that limits high and low temperatures and also activates appropriate alarms.
16. Take time to understand how to operate and maintain the heater using this Owner’s Manual. Make sure you know how to shut off the gas supply to the building and to the individual heaters. Contact your gas supplier if you have any questions.
17. Any defects found in performing any of the service procedures must be eliminated and defective parts replaced immediately. Retest the heater before placing it back into service.
FILTER
1. See Fig. 2 for attaching filter to heater.
A. Push filter completely onto air intake. B. Attach filter to intake by using beaded cable tie.
Ensure cable tie securely fastens filter to air intake
of heater
2. The filter may be removed by loosening the beaded cable tie.
FIG. 2
WARNING
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Do not use open flame (matches, torches, candles,
etc.) in checking for gas leaks.
Use only approved leak detectors.
Failure to follow this warning can lead to fires or
explosions.
Fires or explosions can lead to property damage,
personal injury or death.
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Locating
The heater is designed to provide radiant heat to the entire creep mat or creep area on both sides of the crate divider.
To properly utilize the heater, the producer must determine: a. Desired position of the heat zone relative to the sow b. Location of the creep mat relative to the sow.
Individual preferences will vary from producer to producer. Nonetheless consideration must be given to prevention of heat stress on the sow. See Fig. 3 for typical heater location.
Regardless of mat location, the heater is mounted 6 - 8 inches from center of mat (away from sow’s head) to
provide proper heat coverage of the mat.
FIG. 3
Mounting
To steel crate panels
a. Position the heater onto the crate panel at the desired
location.
b. Mark the location using the heater’s saddle bracket
mount as a template. See Fig.4. Remove heater.
FIG. 4
c. Using the drill template from the safety chain kit
(included) position its holes at the locations previously marked. Drill 1/8 in. pilot holes at both sides. See Fig.5.
FIG. 5
d. Remove and drill 5/16 in. holes through both sides of
the metal crate panel.
e. Position the heater back onto the panel. Align the holes
in the heater’s saddle bracket with the drilled holes in the panel. Lock the heater into place by pushing the retaining pin completely through both sides of the bracket. See Fig.6. Proceed to Safety Chain Installation Instructions
FIG. 6
To PVC or ABS crate panels.
All installations with PVC or ABS crate panels must use kit # 26769, which includes base mounts and hardware to install two heaters. The base mount must be used as it supports the heater while acting as a heat shield
a.. Position the heater to the base mount using the
retaining pin.See Fig.7, next page.
-- Saddle bracket of heater aligns to either set of upper holes at ends of base mount.
-- Heater canopy must be positioned over the base mount. See Fig.7.
MARK LOCATION BOTH SIDES
DRILL1/8 IN. PILOT HOLES BOTH SIDES
Locating and Mounting the Heater
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DIVIDER PANEL
CREEP AREA
CENTER OF MAT
DIVIDER PANEL
CREEP AREA
CENTER OF MAT
6-8 INCHES
6-8 INCHES
THE MOUNTING SUPPORT OF THE HEATER IS DESIGNED WITH PROPER TILT ANGLE TO ENSURE THAT MAT AREA IS FULLY COVERED BY RADIANT HEAT
MINIMUM 24 IN. CLEARANCE WITH HEATER DIRECTED TO CENTER OF CRATE
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The safety chain hanging kit must be installed. Its purpose is to provide a safety in the event the heater is accidentally detached from its mounting on the crate panel. It also provides a means to hang the heater out of the way during room depopulation and cleaning.
1. Connect key ring to toggle bolt, and safety latch and chain to key ring. See Fig. 9.
2. Drill a 5/8 in. diameter hole into the ceiling directly above the heater and secure the toggle bolt with hardware in place. See Fig.9
FIG. 9
3. Connect opposite end of chain to key ring on heater mounting frame. Take up any slack, and cut off excess chain.
4 When cleaning the room or depopulating, detach the
heater’s safety pin and connect the heater’s key ring to the snap latch at the toggle bolt. See Fig.10
FIG. 10.
FIG. 7
b.. Locate the heater with mount to the planned position on
the crate panel. Push the assembly firmly onto the panel.
c. Using the lower base holes as templates, drill 5/16 in.
holes through the divider panel , both sides. See Fig.8. Secure the base mount to the panel with nuts and bolts included. Proceed to Safety Chain Installation Instructions.
FIG. 8
Safety Chain
(part 26771)
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LOWER HOLES INSTALL NUTS AND BOLTS BOTH ENDS
HOSE ASSEMBLY
TO GAS SUPPLY
MANUAL SHUT-OFF
BUSHING
HOSE 1/4" RIGID X SWIVEL W/ EXCESS FLOW VALVE
TO GAS SUPPLY
MANUAL SHUT-OFF
HOSE 1/4" Q.C. X SWIVEL NUT
MALE QUICK CONNECT
FEMALE QUICK CONNECT W/ EXCESS FLOW VALVE
COLLAR
MALE END
A
-- PULL BACK COUPLING COLLAR
TO REMOVE DUST CAP.
-- REMOVE DUST CAP FROM MALE END OF HOSE.
-- FIRMLY PUSH MALE HOSE END INTO COUPLING.
-- RELEASE COLLAR.
ENSURE MALE HOSE END IS
SECURELY LOCKED INTO COUPLING
TO GAS INLET AT HEATER
FIG. 11.
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Proper temperature management is needed when using the I-3 radiant heater. The creep area, which is the comfort zone for piglets, is managed independently from the room temperature. The room’s temperature will be lower than the temperature needed for the creep area. Lower room temperatures create two benefits:
-- Less fuel/energy consumption
-- Increased sow feed intake which creates higher weaned weights.
Managing the heat in this manner provides proper growing environment for piglets, allowing them to keep warm without heating the sow.
Temperature Management
I-3 modulating heaters heaters are normally operated and controlled by the use of a non- electric zone control panel. Contact the L.B.White Co.if you are considering connecting I-3 modulating heaters to a building controller.
Zone Control Panel (See Fig.12)
The zone control panel is a non-electric, modulating design for stand alone heater operation, and controls the following quantity of heaters depending on fuel type.
The zone panel is a “heat- to- demand” operation system. It will operate all I-3 heaters between 10% to 100% to satisfy the temperature requirements established by the zone panel’s thermostatic head.
The zone control panel must be mounted to a flat, stable wall inside the building. Use lag screws provided. Ensure that the thermostatic control module is not exposed to outside air temperatures. Exposure of the thermostatic control module to outside air temperatures may cause the heater to provide unwanted heat.
Refer to Fig.12 for location of zone panel’s sensor. The sensor must be located within a middle crate of a row of crates, representing the average condition of the room. Do not locate the sensor in a crate at the end of a row, or where could be influenced by things such as cooler inlet ventilation air, exhaust fans, opening of doors, etc.
CAPILLARY
DIVIDER
PANEL
18 IN.
CRATECRATE
SENSOR 8 IN. FROM SIDE OF PANEL AND 18 IN. FROM PEN DECK
GAS HOSE TO GAS SUPPLY
8 IN.
HEATER CONTROL and OPERATION
Modulating System
Medium
Model and Capacity
Heat Output Fuel Panel
Quantity
I3 L. P. Gas 83
(2,800 BTUH) Natural Gas 48
FIG. 12
11
ZONE PANEL
THERMOSTATIC HEAD
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Follow these start-up instruction steps for initial start-up before room repopulation when using the standard zone control panel. For normal start-up, simply turn the thermostatic head above room temperature.
1. Adjust the zone panel’s thermostatic head to its
maximum temperature setting. See Fig. 13. Wait 15 - 30 seconds to allow gas supply pressure to fill the line and stabilize.
2. Open all gas supply valves to the heater(s) and check
for gas leaks at all connections using approved leak detectors.
3. Allow 10 seconds for gas pressure to stabilize within
the gas hose’excess flow valve before lighting the heater.Open all gas supply valves to the heater(s) and check for gas leaks.
FIG. 13
4. Fully depress the button on the safety control valve while applying flame to the inner cone point. See Fig.14. (Remove the cap if stiff. Ensure cap is replaced after lighting). Keep the button fully depressed for about 30 seconds. Release rhe safety control button. Allow outer combustion cone to heat up completely.
FIG. 14
5. Adjust the temperature by decreasing the setpoint on the thermostatic head to the desired temperature. The heater will modulate from low heat to high heat based upon this setting.
INDICATOR
100ºF
38ºC
THERMOSTATIC HEAD
12
Lighting Instructions
WARNING
Fire or Explosion Hazard
Do not force the safety gas control valve button.
Use only your hand to depress the gas control button.
Never use any tools.
If the button will not depress by normal hand
pressure, the control should be replaced by a qualified service person.
Force or attempted repair may result in fire or
explosion, causing property damage, severe injury, or death.
To reduce temperature, turn down the thermostatic control on the zone panel, or reduce temperature requirements of room controller.
To shut down the heaters for maintenance, cleaning or service:
1. Shut off all gas supply valves to the heaters.
2. Allow heaters to burn off fuel gas remaining in the gas supply line.
3. Turn down the thermostatic head or room controller to minimum setting.
Shut-Down Instructions
APPLY FLAME
SAFETY CONTROL
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Cleaning Instructions
13
This heater is used in the farrowing environment where the animals are turned approximately every 21 days and the rooms are typically pressure washed between turns.
See the following for cleaning the heater bewtween turns. For longer term cleaning requirements, see the Maintenance Section of this manual.
BETWEEN TURNS
Shut the heaters down when cleaning the room.
The outside of the heater can be subjected to the mist or rain that occurs from pressure washing the room. Do not pressure wash the heater directly. If external cleaning is desired due to biosecurity requirements, the heater may also be washed off with water spray at standard faucet water pressure.
If the filter gets wet during the washing process, then squeeze the water out of the filter.
After the heater has been exposed to water during the cleaning process, light the heater and let it dry off.
CAUTION
Disinfectants used in agricultural animal
confinement buildings may contain chemicals damaging to components of the heater.
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1. Have your gas supplier check all gas piping annually for leaks or restrictions in gas lines. Also, at this time have your gas supplier clean out the sediment trap on the zone control panel of any debris that may have accumulated.
2. Regulators can wear out and function improperly. Have your gas supplier check the date codes on all regulators installed and check delivery pressures to the appliance to make sure that the regulator is suitable for continued use.
3. Regulators must be periodically inspected to make sure the regulator vents are not blocked. Debris, insects, insect nests, snow, or ice on a regulator can block vents and cause excess pressure at the appliance.
4. For safety as well as for optimum performance at the heater, it is necessary to keep the inside and the outside of the heater free of dust, dirt or any combustible material.
5. Immediately replace components which show signs of rust or corrosion.
6. If any warning or instruction labels, dataplates, etc. become lost or hard to read, replace them immediately. Do not operate the heater until you have all instructions and can read and understand them.
7. Check overall condition of heater for cracked or damaged components, loose screws or bolts, etc. Replace any suspect components.
8. Check all hose and tubing assemblies for cracks, abrasions or ruptures. Replace any hoses that are suspect.
9. The heater should be cleaned every 6 months, the filter every 3 months. Cleaning the the heater and filter is essential for proper heater operation. Cleaning frequency is dictated by severity of dust in room
Problems associated with lack of cleaning are:
Black soot on inside of canopy.
Gas backflashing in venturi tube or injector body.
Burner flame appearing beyond outer cone.
FIG. 15
CLEANING THE HEATER
Use water at standard faucet pressure. DO NOT USE HIGH PRESSURE WASHERS!
a. Remove the filter.
b. Spray water up into the cones to wash out the build
up of dust in the cones and the venturi tube. Work your way around the entire cone assembly. Reverse the process and run water through the air intake and out through combustion cones. See Fig. 15.
c. Repeat until water runs clean.
d. Install filter.
e. Light the heater to allow drying.
CLEANING THE FILTER
- Remove filter and shake off excess dust.
- Use water at standard faucet pressure pressure.
--Do not use high pressure water, or a washing machine. Filter material damage may occur.
- Squeeze out excess water from the filter before installation.
- Let filter dry before lighting heater.
Maintenance Instructions
AIR INTAKE
COMBUSTION CONES
14
VENTURI TUBE
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Service Instructions
1. Close the fuel supply valve to the heater before
servicing unless it is necessary to have it open for your service procedure.
2. For reassembly, reverse the respective service procedure. Ensure gas connections are tightened securely.
3. After servicing, start the heater to ensure proper operation and check for gas leaks.
4. Replace the burner orifice if it becomes plugged with dirt. Do not use files, drills, broaches, etc. to clean the orifice hole. Doing so will enlarge the hole, causing combustion or ignition problems.
WARNING
Burn Hazard
Heater surfaces are extrememly hot for a period of
time after the heater has been shut down.
Allow the heater to cool before performing service,
maintenance, or cleaning.
Failure to follow this warning will result in burns
causing injury.
GENERAL
WARNING
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair any heater
components or gas train components.
All component parts must be replaced if defects are
found.
Failure to follow this warning will result in gas leaks
leading to fire or explosions, causing property damage, injury, or death.
SAFETY GAS CONTROL VALVE & BURNER ORIFICE
1. Remove gas hose and disconnect thermocouple at safety control valve.
2. Remove air intake retaining screw.
3. Pull gas control assembly from heater.
4. To remove orifice, use a 1/4 in. nut driver. Replace orifice if plugged with dust.
FIG. 16
SCREW
AIR INTAKE
BURNER ORIFICE
ATTACHMENT
KNOB
THERMOSTATIC HEAD
THERMOSTATIC HEAD
The head assembly on the zone panel includes the adjustable thermostatic head, capillary and sensor. The Part # for the thermostatic head is 23662, with 26 ft. capillary.
The symptom of component failure would be the heater staying at full heat output and not responding to lower temperature setting of thermostatic head.
1. Loosen the attachment knob located at the thermostatic head and valve body, and discard head. See Fig. 17.
2. Securely tighten the knob of the replacement head to the valve body, otherwise temperature sensing will be affected.
FIG. 17
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THERMOCOUPLE
HOLE
STUD
INJECTOR TUBE
NUT
THERMOCOUPLE LOCATION BRACKET
1. Remove the thermocouple bracket nut. See Fig. 18.
2. Pull the thermocouple from its mounting location.
3. Disconnect thermocouple from pilot safety gas control valve. Replacement thermocouple will include a factory installed locator bracket with retaining nut.
FIG. 18
THERMOCOUPLE
16
1 Remove all nuts from the three burner screws. See
Fig.19.
2. Remove thermocouple from burner.
3. Using pliers, straighten the tab at the top of both truss clips. The truss clips will drop to the cone side of the heater.
Fig. 19
\
4. Slide the canopy guard away from the burner top.
5. Slide the outer cone from the retainer slots. Remove the three bolts and spacers. See Fig.20.
Fig. 20
6. Remove the burner plate and inner cone for access to the burner gasket. See Fig.21. A replacement gasket must be installed whenever the inner cone is removed. Clean the surface to which the gasket is located beforehand.
Fig. 21
7. When reassembling, ensure:
-- Inner cone weld seam aligns to burner plate notch. See. Fig.20.
-- All burner nuts and screws are securley tightened.
COMBUSTION CONES and GASKET
TRUSS CLIP TAB
TRUSS CLIP TAB
NUT
GASKET
BOLTS
CONE WELD SEAM ALIGNED TO NOTCH
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TEST KIT HOSE
FUEL SUPPLY VALVE
(OPEN THIS VALVE TO
USE PRESSURE GAUGE)
GAS SUPPLY HOSE
GAS INLET OF HEATER
PRESSURE GAUGE KIT 20736
OPEN
FIG. 22
A. Preparation
1. Obtain an L.B. White pressure gauge test kit ­Part No. 20736.
2. Close the fuel supply valve to the heater.
3. Brush or blow off any dust and dirt on or in the vicinity of the safety control valve.
4. Disconnect the gas hose from the heater.
B. Gauge Installation
1. Connect the pressure test kit between the heater and its gas supply hose as shown in Fig. 22. Insure both gas shut-off valves on the test kit are in the closed position when connecting the kit to the heater and gas supply.
2. Open the fuel supply valve to the heater.
3. Open only the gas shut-off on the test kit to which the gas supply hose is connected.
4. Adjust the thermostatic head to its maximum setting and light the heater.
C. Reading Pressures
1. With all of the heaters within the zone operating at full heat output and at minimum heat, the pressure gauge should read the pressure specified on the dataplate of the zone panel.
2. Does the reading on the gauge of the test kit agree with that specified on the dataplate? If so, then no further checking or adjustment is required. Proceed to Section D.
3. If the pressure does not agree with that specified on the dataplate, then the regulator controlling gas pressure to the heater requires adjustment.
D. Completion
1. Once gas pressure has been confirmed and/or properly set, close the fuel supply valve to the heater and allow the heater to burn off any gas remaining in the gas supply hose.
2. Remove the gauge kit and reconnect the heater’s gas hose to the heater.
3. Open the main fuel supply valves to the heater. Light the heater.
4. Set thermostatic head to desired temperature.
GAS PRESSURE CHECKS
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READ THIS ENTIRE SECTION BEFORE BEGINNING TO TROUBLESHOOT PROBLEMS.
The following troubleshooting flow charts provide systematic procedures for isolating heater problems. The charts are intended for use by a QUALIFIED GAS HEATER SERVICE PERSON. DO NOT SERVICE THE HEATER UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TRAINED.
TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
The following pieces of test equipment will be required to troubleshoot this system with minimal time and effort.
• Digital Multimeter - For measuring DC voltage when using thermocouple diagnostic kit.
• Millivolt Test Kit - (Part # 21188) When used with a standard digital multimeter, this kit allows testing of the thermocouple and electromagnetic power unit.
• Pressure Gauge - (Part # 20736) For checking inlet pressures to the heaters.
INITIAL PREPARATION
-- Inspect heater for damage.
-- Clean heater as necessary.
Heater Problems
Page
1. Inner combustion cone will not light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
2. Outer combustion cone does not heat up on
high thermostatic head setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
3. Inner combustion cone lights,
but will not stay lit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
4. Heater backflashes gas through injector body
air inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
5. Heater does not return to
low heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Components should be replaced only after each step has been completed and replacement is suggested in the flow chart.
Troubleshooting Guide
WARNING
Burn Hazard
Troubleshooting this system may require operating the
heater with the burner on. Use extreme caution when working on the heater.
Failure to follow this warning will result in burns
causing severe injury.
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Is
there a
blockage in the
venturi tube?
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Problem 1
Inner
combustion
cone will not
lght
Is
thermostatic
head set to
maximum
setting?
Is the
orifice plugged?
Turn thermostat
up to Its
maximum
setpoint.
Replace the primary burner
orifice.
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Is the inner
combustion cone
plugged?
Is there air or
a blockage in the
gas hose or
gas piping?
Remove blockage with compressed
air or replace the gas hose or pipe
section. Bleed off any air from the
gas line.
Clean the heater.
Clean the heater.
No
No
No
Is proper
gas pressure
supplied to the
zone panel or
heater?
Provide 5 PSIG
gas pressure.
Yes
No
Are all Fuel
Supply Valves to
Heater Open?
Open all fuel
supply valves.
Yes
No
Defective
safety control valve.
Replace the safety
control valve.
Yes
No
Problem 2
Outer
combustion
cone does
not heat up
on high
thermostat
setting.
Has proper gas pressure
been checked to the
heater?
Check for proper gas
pressure to the heater.
Proper pressure at high
heat should read 5 PSIG.
Yes
No
Is
orifice plugged?
Replace it.
Yes
No
A. Remove thermostatic head from valve
body at zone panel. If outer cone lights,
replace the thermostatic head and
sensor assembly.
B. If outer cone still does not light, replace
thermostatic head valve body.
Are there
blockages in
gas hose, piping,
or venturi tube?
Remove the
component
and clean It.
Yes
No
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Problem 3
Inner
combustion
cone lights,
but will not
stay lit
Did you
allow sufficient time
for the thermocouple
to warm up?
Allow 30 - 60
seconds before
releasing pilot
button.
Remove the component and
clean It.
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Check millivolt output of thermocouple
with millivolt test kit, 21188. Output
should be at least 4 mv D.C. A reading
of less than 4 mv D.C. can cause inner
cone to go out. If thermocouple is
weak, replace it. If thermocouple is
good, replace safety control valve.
Is burner orifice
plugged?
Replace orifice.
No
No
Is thermo-
couple contact nut
tightened securely into
gas control
valve?
Snug contact nut in
place. (Do not
overtighten.) Check for
debris between contact
of thermocouple and
electromagnet of valve.
Yes
No
Is button
on safety control valve
fully depressed?
Depress the button on the
pilot safety valve until gas
flows through.
Yes
No
Is
the gas hose
partially
plugged?
Check gas pressure to the
heater inlet with a gas gauge.
Proper pressure at high heat
should be 5 PSIG.
Yes
Is proper gas
pressure supplied
to the heater?
No
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No
Problem 5
Heater Does Not
Return Back to
Low Heat.
Does
main burner shut off
when thermostatic
head is
set below room
temperature?
Remove thermostatic head from valve body:
A. If heater returns to low fheat when you push down on plunger pin of valve, replace
thermostatic head and sensor assembly.
B. If heater still does not cycle to low heat, the valve is sticking and should be
replaced.
Heater
backflashes
gas through
air inlet.
Problem 4
Is inner
cone seam
fractured or is tip
damaged or
missing?
Replace Combustion Cone.
Yes
No
Are
injector
body, orifices,filter,
venturi tube, or inner
cone partially plugged
with dirt?
Replace the orifice.
Clean all other
components.
No
Is proper
gas pressure
being supplied to
the heater?
Check for proper
gas pressure.
Proper pressure at
high heat Should
Read 5 PSIG.
Yes
No
Combustion Cone Kits
Part
Number
572129
Yes
Are burner
assembly
nuts loose?
Yes
Tighten the nuts
Is the burner
plate or burner
gasket
cracked?
Yes
Replace the burner
plate.or gasket
No
No
Is inner cone
weld seam
aligned to
burner plate
notch?
No
Position the inner cone
weld seam in burner plate
notch.
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Heater Component Function
Burner Orifice
Metering device used to feed gas to combustion cones at a specific flow rate.
Shroud
Reflective aluminum heat shield for heater.
Double Combustion Chamber
Made of special alloy steel. This is where combustion of gas occurs, providing radiant heat used in the warming process.
Gas Hose
Flexible connector used to convey gas from gas supply line to inlet of heater.
Venturi Tube
Tubular steel neck connecting the gas control valve and burner orifices to the combustion cones. Gas is fed to the combustion cones through the injector tube.
Manual Shut Off Valve
It’s purpose is to shut off gas flow to the heater if maintenance or service are required, or if an emergency situation occurs. When the handle on the manual valve is turned parallel to gas flow, the valve is completely open delivering full gas supply to the appliance. Turning handle perpendicular (90°) to gas flow shuts off gas flow.
Safety Control Valve
Safety shut off device used to feed fuel gas to the heater combustion cones for heating. Will shut off flow of gas completely if gas flame is extinguished.
Thermocouple
Safety device that will continue to hold open electromagnet in safety gas control valve when heat is applied to thermocouple tip. It will also stop gas flow if inner combustion flame is out.
Thermostatic Head and Sensor Assembly
Device used to cycle the heater from low to high heat and to maintain a specific temperature.
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Parts Identification
23
PARTS SCHEMATIC
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PARTS LIST
Item Description Part No.
1 Safety Control Valve 572118 2 Orifice Natural Gas 572132
Propane Gas 572133 3 Screw 572130 4 Filter holder w/screw 572131 5 Screw, elbow to air intake 506658 6 Elbow, filter w/screw 572117 7 Thermocouple w/ bracket and nut 572134 8 Venturi tube w/ hardware package Natural Gas 572101
Propane Gas 572104
9 Burner plate w/hardware package 572105
10 Inner Cone w/gasket * 572103 11 Gasket* 572107 12 Hardware package ( 3 each spacers, screws, nuts, 2 each truss clips)* 572099 13 Truss clip (2 pack) 572106
`14 Outer cone w/truss clips* 572102
15 Filter kit w/ cable tie 572119 16 Beaded cable tie 572120 17 Canopy guard w/ nuts 572110 18 Canopy w/nuts 572108 19 Key ring 572121 20 Frame w/ lanyard, quick release pin, and key ring 572111 21 Lanyard w/quick release pin and mounting screw 572113 22 Gas hoses
6 ft.,Rigid x swivel w/excess flow valve 572128 8 ft.,Rigid x swivel w/ excess flow valve 572127 6 ft.,Male quick connect w/excess flow valve and female quick coupling kit 572126
8 ft.,Male quick connect w/excess flow valve and female quick coupling kit 572125 23 Quick disconnect assembly w/ excess flow valve 572122 24 Plug for quick disconnect 572123 25 Cap for male hose end, quick disconnect 572124
* Complete combustion cone kit (consisting of items 10,12,and 14) 572129
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Contact your local L.B. White dealer for replacement parts and service or call the L.B. White Company, Inc. at (800) 345-7200 for assistance. Be sure that you have your heater model number when calling.
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L.B. White Co., Inc. warrants that the component parts of its equipment are free from defects in material and workmanship, when properly installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, safety guides and labels contained with each unit. If, within 12 months from the date of purchase by the end user, any component is found to be defective, L.B. White Co., Inc. will at its option, repair
or replace the defective part or equipment, with a new part or equipment, F.O.B., Onalaska, Wisconsin.
A warranty card on file at L.B. White will automatically qualify a unit and its component parts for warranty consideration. If a warranty card is not on file, a copy of the bill of sale will be required to establish warranty qualification. If neither is available, the warranty period will be 12 months from date of shipment from L B. White.
Warranty Policy
Replacement Parts and Service
EQUIPMENT
PARTS
L.B. White Co., Inc. warrants that replacement parts purchased from the company and used on the appropriate L. B. White equipment are free from defects both in material and workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase by the end user. Warranty is automatic if a component is found defective within 12 months of the date code marked on the part. If the defect occurs more than 12 months later than the date code but within 12 months from the date of purchase by the end user, a copy of a bill of sale will be required to establish warranty qualification.
The warranty set forth above is the exclusive warranty provided by L.B. White, and all other warranties, including any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly disclaimed. In the event any implied warranty is not hereby effectively disclaimed due to operation of law, such implied warranty is limited in
duration to the duration of the applicable warranty stated above. The remedies set forth above are the sole and exclusive remedies available hereunder. L.B. White will not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages directly or indirectly related to the sale, handling or use of the equipment, and in any event L.B. White's liability in connection with the equipment, including for claims based on negligence or strict liability, is limited to the purchase price.
Some regions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some regions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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