The use of this manual is specifically intended
for a qualified installation and service agency.
A qualified installation and service agency must
perform all installation and service of these
appliances.
Inspection On Arrival
1. Inspect unit upon arrival. In case of damage, report it
immediately to transportation company and your local factory
sales representative.
2. Check rating plate on unit to verify that power supply meets
available electric power at point of installation.
3. Inspect unit received for conformance with description of
product ordered (including specifications where applicable).
General Information
Installation and service instructions in this manual are applicable
to the three types of steam/hot water unit heaters which should
be installed in their proper applications for their most effective
function as overhead heating units.
The copper condensers are warranted for operation at steam
or hot water pressures up to 150 lbs. per sq. in. gauge, and
or temperatures up to 375°F, cupronickel tube units are
warranted for operating pressures up to 250 PSI and operating
temperatures up to 400°F. Canadian Standards Association
(CSA) requriements state that explosion-proof units may not
be used with a fluid temperature in excess of 329°F and still
maintain their explosion-proof rating, for national electric code
ignition temperature rating T3B for grain dust.
Motors are designed for continuous duty. They can operate in a
maximum ambient temperature of 104°F (40°C).
The unit heaters are listed by the Canadian Standards
Association as certified and Canadian Registered heat
exchangers CRN OH 9234.5.
CAUTION
Do not remove outlet fan guard from vertical
type unit heaters.
Steam horizontal and vertical delivery unit heaters are available
in both standard and low-outlet temperature models. Low outlet
temperature models are recommended primarily for installation
on heating systems with steam pressures of 30 to 150 PSI.
When used at these steam pressures they provide lower outlet
air temperatures for longer heat throw and, because of wider
fin spacing, they are less susceptible to clogging in dusty
atmospheres.
The model number of each unit heater indicates its rated Btu/Hr.
capacity/1000 at 2 lbs. steam pressure and 60°F entering air
temperature. For example an HSB-63 has an output of 63,000
Btu/Hr. at 2 lbs. steam and 60°F entering air.
THIS MANUAL IS THE PROPERTY OF THE OWNER.
PLEASE BE SURE TO LEAVE IT WITH THE OWNER WHEN YOU LEAVE THE JOB.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS / TABLE OF CONTENTS / SI (METRIC) CONVERSION
FACTORS
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE FOLLOWED TO PROVIDE SAFE,
EFFICIENT AND TROUBLE-FREE OPERATION. IN ADDITION,
PARTICULAR CARE MUST BE EXERCISED REGARDING
THE SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS LISTED BELOW. FAILURE
TO PROPERLY ADDRESS THESE CRITICAL AREAS COULD
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS, PERSONAL
INJURY, OR DEATH. THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE SUBJECT
TO ANY MORE RESTRICTIVE LOCAL OR NATIONAL CODES.
HAZARD INTENSITY LEVELS
1. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
2. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious
injury.
3. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
4. IMPORTANT: Indicates a situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in a potential safety concern.
DANGER
Appliances with power codes 01, 02, 04, 05, and 10 must
not be installed where they may be exposed to a potentially
explosive or flammable atmosphere.
WARNING
1. Disconnect power supply before making wiring connections
to prevent electrical shock and equipment damage.
2. All appliances must be wired strictly in accordance with
wiring diagram furnished with the appliance. Any wiring
different from the wiring diagram could result in a hazard
to persons and property.
3. Any original factory wiring that requires replacement must
be replaced with wiring material having a temperature
rating of at least 105°C.
4. Ensure that the supply voltage to the appliance as
indicated on the serial plate, is not 5% greater than the
rated voltage.
5. When servicing or repairing this equipment, use only
factory-approved service replacement parts. A complete
replacement parts list may be obtained by contacting
Modine Manufacturing Company. Refer to the rating plate
on the appliance for complete appliance model number,
serial number, and company address. Any substitution of
parts or controls not approved by the factory will be at the
owner’s risk.
1. Start-up and adjustment procedures should be performed
by a qualified service agency.
2. To check most of the Possible Remedies in the
troubleshooting guide listed in Table 15.1, refer to the
applicable sections of the manual.
Table of Contents
General Information .............................................................. 1
Special Precautions .............................................................. 2
SI (Metric) Conversion Factors ............................................. 2
Unit Location .........................................................................3
Unit Mounting ....................................................................3-4
Unit Suspension ...................................................................5
feet 0.305 m
Gal/Hr. 0.00379 m3/hr
Gal/Hr. 3.79 l/hr
3
gallons 3.79 l
Horsepower 746 W
inches 25.4 mm
pound 0.454 kg
psig 6.89 kPa
psig 27.7 "W.C.
CAUTION
1. Do not remove outlet fan guard from vertical type unit
heaters.
2. Do not install units below 8 feet measured from the bottom
of the unit to the floor.
3. Do not reuse any electrical component which has been
wet. Such component must be replaced.
4. Ensure that the supply voltage to the appliance, as
indicated on the serial plate is not 5% less than the rated
voltage.
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UNIT LOCATION
DANGER
Appliances with power codes 01, 02, 04, 05, and 10 must
not be installed where they may be exposed to a potentially
explosive or flammable atmosphere.
1. Units should not be installed in atmospheres where
corrosive fumes or sprays are present.
2. Be sure no obstructions block air intake or air discharge of
unit heater.
3. Locate horizontal delivery unit heaters so air streams of
individual units wipe the exposed walls of the building
with either parallel or angular flow without blowing directly
against the walls. Heaters should be spaced so the air
stream from one supports the air stream from another
heater. See Figure 3.1.
4. Columns, machinery, partitions, and other obstacles should
not interfere with air streams from unit heaters.
5. Unit heaters installed in a building exposed to a prevailing
wind should be located to direct a major volume of heated
air along the windward wall of the building.
6. Large expanses of glass, or large doors that are frequently
opened, should be covered by long-throw unit heaters such
as large horizontal delivery of “Power-Throw” unit heaters.
7. Vertical delivery unit heaters should generally be located in
the central area of the space to be heated. Place horizontal
delivery units along the walls of the same building where
heat loss is usually greatest. See Figure 3.3.
8. Arrange horizontal delivery units so they do not blow
directly at occupants. Air streams from this type of unit
should be directed down aisles, into open spaces on the
floor, or along exterior walls.
9. When only vertical delivery units are installed, they should
be located so exposed walls are blanketed by their air
streams. See Figure 3.2.
Figure 3.1 - Horizontal Delivery Unit Location
Figure 3.3
Combination Horizontal and Vertical Delivery Unit
Installation
UNIT MOUNTING
CAUTION
Do not install units below 8 feet measured from the bottom of
the unit to the floor.
Do not install unit above recommended maximum mounting
heights. Height at which unit heaters are installed is critical.
Maximum mounting heights for all units are listed in Table 4.1
and the height dimensions are shown in Figures 4.3 through
4.7. Maximum mounting heights for vertical models are given
for units with or without optional air deflectors. The data in
Table 4.1 is based on operating conditions of 2 lbs. steam or
220°F entering water with 60°F entering air. When operating
conditions are other than those above, refer to Figure 4.2 for
maximum mounting height correction factor. To obtain the
maximum mounting at actual operating conditions, multiply
the appropriate factor from Figure 4.2 by the mounting height
in Table 4.1. The maximum mounting height for all units is that
height above which the unit heater will not deliver heated air
to the floor at standard rating conditions.
Figure 3.2
Unit Locations of Vertical Units In Narrow Buildings
Deflector Mounting
If an optional air deflector has been furnished for vertical units,
it is always shipped separately and can be attached to the unit
before suspension. Vertical louvers for horizontal units and
horizontal louvers for “Power-Throw” units can also be added
and positioned before installation. Cone-jet and louver-type
deflectors must be attached with angle brackets and machine
screws to the bottom cover of the unit. Refer to mounting
instructions which are furnished with each deflector.
Depending on supply or return piping arrangement, there is
a possibility of interference between certain anemostat air
deflectors and piping on some vertical air delivery unit heaters.
Check dimensions.
➀ With horizontal louvers opened 30° from the vertical plane. HSB units have top and bottom piping connections, HC units have side connections. All have copper tubes.
➁ V and PT models have copper tubes, VN and PTN models have cupronickel tubes.
Mounting heights are maximum for heaters operating at standard conditions (2 lbs. steam or 220°F water with 60°F entering air). Heights listed for Louver or Cone-Jet
are with deflectors in fully-opened position. Refer to Figure 4.2 for correction of mounting heights under other operating conditions. Maximum mounting height will be
reduced as entering air temperatures exceed 60°F.
Figure 4.2 - Maximum Mounting Heights Correction Factors
These correction factors are to be used as multipliers to correct the maximum recommended mounting heights of unit heaters when operated with steam pressures other
than 2 pounds or with water at other than average temperature of 220°F.
Figure 4.3 - Horizontal Unit Delivery
H
Figure 4.3 Vertical Cone Jet
H
4
H
Figure 4.6 - Vertical Truncone
Figure 4.4 - Vertical One-Way & Two-Way Louvers
H
H
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UNIT SUSPENSION / INSTALLATION
UNIT SUSPENSION
Horizontal delivery units, Model HSB/HC Series. All horizontal
delivery units, except Models HSB-18 and HSB-24, have two
tapped holes (1/2"-13) in the top for unit suspension. HSB-18
and HSB-24 models do not require independent suspension and
are installed directly on their supply piping. Models HC have two
tapped holes (HC 18-86 3/8"-16, HC 108-340 1/2"-13) in the
top for unit suspension. Piping support hangers or clamps are
recommended and should be placed as close to the unit heater as
possible. For other models, independent suspension can be made
with threaded rods, pipes, or ceiling hanger brackets. See Figure
5.1.
Vertical delivery units. Vertical delivery Models V/VN-42 through
V/VN-279 have four tapped holes (1/2"-13) in the top cover for unit
suspension. Unit suspension for these models can be made with
threaded rods, pipes or ceiling hanger brackets. Models V/VN333 through V/VN-952 are equipped with an angle-iron mounting
bracket that has eight 5/8-inch diameter hanger holes permitting
hook-hoisting and suspension with cables, if desired. A 1/2-inch Ubolt, 3-inch center can be inserted in the two holes at each end of
the bracket to accommodate suspension with four threaded rods,
pipes or hanger brackets.
Power-Throw horizontal delivery units. “Power-Throw” units are
designed for horizontal air delivery and are equipped with hanger
brackets for suspension. Three hanger brackets are supplied for
Model PT/PTN-279, one on the front, and two on the rear panel for
three-point suspension. Only two hanger brackets are furnished
on the front panel of Models PT/PTN-333 through PT/PTN-952
(for required four-point suspension use the two hanger brackets
on the front panel and the two holes on the ends of the upper
angle supports at the rear of the unit). Each hanger bracket has a
5/8-inch diameter mounting hole for hook-hoisting and suspension
with threaded rods, pipes, or cables.
Note: A pipe hanger adapter kit as illustrated in Figure 5.1 is
available as an accessory from Modine. The kit consists of two
drilled 3/4-inch I.P.S. pipe caps and two capscrews to facilitate
threaded-pipe suspension. One kit will mount a Model HSB 33340 or HC 108-340 horizontal delivery unit. Two kits are required
to mount a Model V/VN vertical delivery unit.
Figure 5.1
Unit Suspension
hot water systems, include a balancing valve in return line for
water flow regulation. A drain valve should also be provided
below each unit heater to allow removal of water from the
heating coil if located in an area subject to freezing.
3. In steam or hot water systems, rapid air removal is required
because entrained air is a cause of corrosion. Hot water
systems should be equipped with suitable air vent valves for
rapid and complete removal of air at the high points and ends
of both supply and return mains. Proper air venting for steam
systems can be achieved by use of a steam trap with an
internal air vent.
4. Traps must be located below the outlet of the unit. Consult
trap manufacturer for specific recommendations. Each steam
unit heater should be provided with a trap of sufficient size
and capacity to pass a minimum of two times the normal
condensate released by the unit at the minimum differential
pressure in the system. Trap capacity is based on the
pressure differential between supply and return mains. Steam
systems should be equipped with a float and thermostatic
trap or an inverted bucket trap with an air bypass.
5. It is advisable to use a pipe line strainer before each steam
trap draining a unit heater. This protection will reduce the
maintenance of the steam trap. When strainers are used they
should be installed between the unit heater and the trap and
be the same size as the trap tapping. In order to catch dirt
and scale, the strainer should have a screen perforation size
smaller than the trap orifices.
6. On systems where the steam supply to the unit heater is
modulated or controlled by a motorized valve, a vacuum
breaker should be installed between unit outlet and the trap.
If a vacuum breaker is used, it should be in conjunction with
a float and thermostatic trap.
7. Install a scale pocket at bottom of unit heater to collect dirt
and scale as shown in illustrations. Pipe diameter must be
the same size as unit connections and about six inches long.
8. Provide adequate pipe hangers, supports, or anchors to
secure the piping system independently of the unit heater.
Electrical Connections
WARNING
1. Disconnect power supply before making wiring connections
to prevent electrical shock and equipment damage.
2. All appliances must be wired strictly in accordance with
wiring diagram furnished with the appliance. Any wiring
different from the wiring diagram could result in a hazard
to persons and property.
3. Any original factory wiring that requires replacement must
be replaced with wiring material having a temperature
rating of at least 105°C.
4. Ensure that the supply voltage to the appliance as indicated
on the serial plate is not 5% greater than the rated voltage.
Piping - See Figure 6.1
1. Branch piping to and from unit heater should include swing
joints to allow for expansion and contraction of the piping
without placing a strain on the unit heater element. On steam
systems, the branch piping should be taken off and returned
above the centerline of the supply and return lines.
2. Install pipe unions and shut-off valves in lines to and from
each unit heater to allow maintenance or replacement of
unit without shutting down and draining entire system. For
CAUTION
1. Do not install units below 8 feet measured from the bottom
of the unit to the floor.
2. Do not reuse any electrical component which has been
wet. Such component must be replaced.
3. Ensure that the supply voltage to the appliance, as indicated
on the serial plate is not 5% less than the rated voltage.
1. Installation of wiring must conform with local building
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70 - Latest Edition. Unit must be
electrically grounded in conformance to this code. In Canada,
wiring must comply with CSA C22.1, Electrical Code.
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INSTALLATION / OPERATION
Figure 6.1 - Suggested Piping Arrangements
Hot Water Systems
Horizontal Unit Heater Connected to
Overhead Hot Water Mains
Steam Systems
Unit Heater Connection for High Pressure Steam
Electrical Connections (Cont.)
2. Electric wiring must be sized to carry the full load amp draw
of the motor, starter, and any controls that are used with
the unit heater. All units with power codes 04, 05, 09, or 10
(polyphase motors) must be provided with suitable overcurrent protection in circuit supplying heater at installation. Overcurrent protectors should be sized based
on motor current rating shown on the unit serial plate, and
applicable national electric code procedures.
All units are provided with an electrical junction box. Junction boxes are either integral to the motor or attached
to the unit casing. Units with explosion-proof motors have
an explosion-proof junction box attached to the motor.
Any damage to or failure of Modine units caused by incorrect wiring of the units is not covered by Modine’s standard warranty.
3. Location of room thermostat, when supplied, should be in
the natural circulating path of room air. Mount thermostat
about five feet above floor level where it will not be affected
by heat from the unit or other sources of drafts that would
prevent it from properly controlling room temperature. See
instructions packed with the thermostat.
4. Speed controllers furnished with specified unit heater fan
motors, are packed separately and must be connected according to wiring diagram with each controller.
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Vertical Unit Heater Connected to
Lower Hot Water Mains
Unit Heater Connection for Low-Pressure
Steam — Open Gravity or Vacuum Return System
OPERATION
Prior to Operation
1. Make sure fuses are installed in fused disconnect switches.
2. Check all electrical connections to assure they are secure.
3. Check rigidity of unit mounting. Tighten all fasteners,
if necessary.
4. Inspect piping, strainers, traps, fittings, etc.
Initial Start-Up
1. Set thermostat to lowest position.
2. Turn on power supply to unit.
3. Open return gate valve, and then open supply gate valve
to unit.
4. Raise thermostat setting to desired position.
5. Adjust louvers (if provided) for desired heat distribution.
6. To insure proper sequence of operation, cycle unit on and off
a few times by raising and lowering thermostat setting.
7. Check for proper rotation of fan. All fans must rotate in a
counterclockwise direction when viewed from the back (HSB/
HC, PT/PTN) or top (V/VN) of the unit heater.
Automatic Control Operations
Install one of the following operating systems for continuous
automatic control.
Intermittent Fan Operation — Hot Coil
A room thermostat starts and stops the fan motor. An aquastat
is sometimes strapped to the return piping to prevent fan
operation when heat is not being supplied to the unit heater.
Continuous Fan Operation — Intermittent Hot/Cold
Coil
A room thermostat controls a valve which opens to allow steam
or hot water to supply the unit and closes to shut off the supply
when the thermostat is satisfied.
OPERATION
Figure 7.1
Horizontal Delivery Unit Cutaway
Connections — Female-type permits direct connection of unit heater to the
piping. HC models have copper connectors at side of the unit.
Vertical fins — Less opportunity for dust and dirt to collect. Reduces cleaning.
Fins die-formed for added strength and heat transfer.
Coil — All air passes through coil. Heating is uniform. Design assures maximum
control over air delivery and temperature of air leaving the heater. Aluminum
fins die-formed for added strength — increased heat transfer. Fins mechanically
bonded to serpentine copper tube.
Motor — All motors are totally enclosed. Single phase types include built-in
thermal overload protection. Built by reputable manufacturers to NEMA standards.
Selected and tested for operation on specific unit heater models. All motor wiring
is terminated in an electrical junction box either supplied on the unit heater or as
an integral part of the motor.
Fan — Lightweight. Blades accurately balanced and pitched to move air quietly
and positively — with minimum power requirement.
Safety fan guard — Standard equipment. Bolted steel rod fan guard completely
surrounds the fan offering constant protection.
Deflector blades — Adjustable horizontal air-deflector blades are standard
— vertical blades are standard on Models HSB-258, HSB-290 and HSB-340 and
are optional on other horizontal models.
Casings — Baked-on gray-green high solids paint is applied over rust- and
corrosion-treated steel for long life.
Figure 7.2
Typical Horizontal Unit with Standard Junction Box
Figure 7.4
Vertical Delivery Unit Cutaway
Motor-Cooling Cone — Shields
motor from coil heat — prolongs life
of insulation, windings, and lubricant.
Prolongs motor life.
Coil — Aluminum fins mechanically
bonded to tubes for maximum heat
transfer. All steam- and watercarrying passages between heavy
steel pipe connections are copper, or
cupronickel.
Motor — All motors are totally
enclosed. Single phase types include
built-in thermal overload protection.
Motors selected and tested for
operation on each specific model.
Fan — Accurately balanced to
operate quietly and at lowest possible
power consumption.
Figure 7.3
Horizontal Unit with Optional Fingerproof Fan Guard
Junction Box — Easier installation
with single point electrical connection.
Motor easily removable — Modine
design permits motor to be removed
through opening below the unit
— especially important where heaters
are installed close to ceiling.
Vertical fins — Less opportunity for
dust and dirt to collect. Exposed for
easy cleaning with air hose and brush.
Casings — Baked-on gray-green high
solids paint applied over rust- and
corrosion-treated steel lasts longer.
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STEAM PERFORMANCE DATA
2
lbs.
STEAM
Steam Performance Data – Standard Models
60° ENT. AIR
Table 8.1
Performance Data for Standard Units at Standard Conditions of 2 lb. Steam and 60°F Entering Air
High Motor Speed
Air Data Motor Data
Maximum Heat Throw Final Sound Mounting or Spread Outlet Air Model Sq. Ft. Class Height (ft.) @ Max. Velocity Temp. Condensate Approx.
Type No. Btu/hr EDR ➃ Height Cfm (Fpm) (°F) lb/hr Hp RPM
Horizontal units with horizontal louvers open 30° from vertical plane. Vertical types equipped with cone jet deflector, blades fully opened are shown in bold.
Cfm for horizontal types is entering Cfm. Cfm for vertical and Power Throw™ types is leaving Cfm.
➂ V and PT models have copper tubes, VN and PTN models have 90/10 cupro-nickel tubes.
➃ Requires Solid State Motor Speed Controller.
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STEAM PERFORMANCE DATA
2
lbs.
STEAM
Steam Performance Data – Low Outlet Temperature Models
60° ENT. AIR
Table 9.1
Performance Data for Low Outlet Temperature Units at Standard Conditions of 2 lb. Steam and 60°F Entering Air
High Motor Speed
Air Data Motor Data
Maximum Heat Throw Final Sound Mounting or Spread Outlet Air Model Sq. Ft. Class Height (ft.) @ Max. Velocity Temp. Condensate Approx.
Type No. Btu/hr EDR ➃ Height Cfm (Fpm) (°F) lb/hr Hp RPM
Horizontal units with horizontal louvers open 30° from vertical plane. Vertical types equipped with cone jet deflector, blades fully opened are shown in bold.
Cfm for horizontal types is entering Cfm. Cfm for vertical and Power Throw™ types is leaving Cfm.
➂ V and PT models have copper tubes, VN and PTN models have 90/10 cupro-nickel tubes.
➃ Requires Solid State Motor Speed Controller.
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HOT WATER PERFORMANCE DATA
Hot Water Performance Data – Standard Models
Table 10.1
200°F ENTERING
WATER
60°F ENTERING
AIR
20°F WATER
TEMPERATURE
DROP
Performance Data for Standard Units at Standard Conditions of 200°F Entering Water and 60°F
Entering Air High Motor Speed
Water Data Air Data Motor Data
Pressure Maximum Heat Throw
Drop Sound Mounting or Spread Outlet Final Air
Model (Ft. of Min/Max Class Height @ Max. Velocity Temp. Approx.
Type No. Btu/hr. GPM Water) GPM ➃(ft.) Height Cfm (Fpm) (°F) Hp RPM
Horizontal units with horizontal louvers open 30° from vertical plane. Vertical types equipped with cone jet deflector, blades fully opened are shown in bold.
Non-bolded mounting height/spread data is for units without deflectors.
Cfm for horizontal types is entering Cfm. Cfm for vertical and Power Throw™ types is leaving Cfm.➂ V and PT models have copper tubes, VN and PTN models have 90/10 cupro-nickel tubes.
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➃ Requires Solid State Motor Speed Controller.
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HOT WATER PERFORMANCE DATA
Hot Water Performance Data – Low Outlet Temperature Models
Table 11.1
200°F ENTERING
WATER
60°F ENTERING
AIR
20°F WATER
TEMPERATURE
DROP
Performance Data for Low Outlet Temperature Units at Standard Conditions of 200°F Entering
Water and 60°F Entering Air – High Motor Speed
Water Data Air Data Motor Data
Pressure Maximum Heat Throw
Drop Sound Mounting or Spread Outlet Final Air
Model (Ft. of Min/Max Class Height @ Max. Velocity Temp. Approx.
Type No. Btu/hr. GPM Water) GPM ➃(ft.) Height Cfm (Fpm) (°F) Hp RPM
Table 11.2
Performance Data for Low Outlet Temperature Units at Standard Conditions of 200°F Entering Water and 60°F
Entering Air – Reduced Motor Speeds ➃
Water Data Air Data Motor Data
Pressure Maximum
Drop Sound Mounting Heat Throw Outlet Final Air
Model (Ft. of Class Height @ Max. Velocity Temp. Approx.
Type No. Btu/hr. GPM Water) ➃(ft.) Height Cfm (Fpm) (°F) Hp RPM
Horizontal units with horizontal louvers open 30° from vertical plane. Vertical types equipped with cone jet deflector, blades fully opened are shown in bold. Non-bolded
mounting height/spread data is for units without deflectors.
Cfm for horizontal types is entering Cfm. Cfm for vertical and Power Throw™ types is leaving Cfm.
➂ V and PT models have copper tubes, VN and PTN models have 90/10 cupro-nickel tubes.
➃ Requires Solid State Motor Speed Controller.
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DIMENSIONAL / MOTOR DATA
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Horizontal Air Delivery Models — Two Styles
Model HSB - Top/Bottom — Inlet/OutletModel HC - Side Inlet/Outlet
Table 12.1 - Model HSB and HC Dimensions ➀ ➁
D Female Approx.
Model 115 Std. 115V Exp. Connections Fan Shipping
➀ All HSB/HC units motor HP listed for power code 01.
➁ For supply voltages of 200V/60Hz/1ph and all non-explosion proof 3 phase voltages of 200, 230, 460 and 575, Model Numbers indicated with Note ➁, require that
a 115V/60Hz/1 phase Power Code 01 unit heater be used with a shipped loose accessory transformer. See literature #1-556 for additional information.
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DIMENSIONAL / MOTOR DATA
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Vertical Air Delivery
“Power-Throw” Air Delivery
Air Deflectors (Optional)
Table 13.1 - Models V/VN and PT/PTN Dimensions ➀➁
Male
Number A B C D E F L M N P Dia. Top Bottom Wt. Lbs.
➀ V/VN-42 thru V/VN,PT/PTN-333 motor HP listed for power code 01. V/VN,PT/PTN333 thru V/VN,PT/PTN610 motor HP listed for power code 04 and V/PT-952
motor HP listed for power code 05.
➁ For model sizes V/VN/PT/PTN385 and above, motors for Power Codes 04, 05, and 10 do not have thermal overload protection.
For supply voltages of 200V/60Hz/1ph and all non-explosion proof 3 phase voltages of 200, 230, 460 and 575, Model Numbers indicated with Note , require that a 115V/60Hz/1 phase Power Code 01 unit heater be used with a shipped loose accessory transformer. See literature #1-556 for additional information.
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MAINTENANCE / SERVICE
All heating equipment should be serviced before each heating
season to assure proper operations. The following items may be
required to have more frequent service scheduled based on the
environment in which the unit is installed, and the frequency of
the equipment operation.
Motors
A. Cleaning
Remove grease and dirt on motor during each inspection
or lubrication. Open frame motors should be blown clean
every heating season, or whenever condensers are cleaned,
whichever is sooner.
B. Lubrication
1. Lubricate motor according to manufacturer’s instructions
located on the motor.
2. When no motor oiling instructions are on the motor, oil
the motor every two thousand hours of operation with
SAE20 motor oil for units in normal applications. Adjust
oiling according to usage and atmosphere.
3. Some motors do not have oil fittings. These motors are
lubricated for long life and do not require further lubrication.
C. Overload Protection
A change in line voltage higher or lower than motor nameplate
rating may cause overheating and serious motor damage.
Check plant voltage conditions. A separate manual starter with
thermal overload protection device is recommended for those
units that do not have motors with built-in overload protection.
Condensers
A. Cleaning
Clean condenser at least once a year; more often under
unfavorable conditions. Unless condenser is kept reasonably
free of dirt, lint and grease, its original heating capacity will be
reduced — possibly to a serious degree, and motor damage
may result.
Two commonly used cleaning methods are:
1. Loosen dirt by brushing fins on side where air enters
condenser and then turn on fan to blow dirt from unit.
2. Use high pressure air hose to loosen dirt by blowing from
side where air leaves condenser (side adjacent to louvers on
blow-through units; side adjacent to fan on draw-through units).
For thorough cleaning of condenser, remove motor and fan and
spray a mild alkaline cleaning solution over the condenser. After
a few minutes, follow by a hot water rinse. (A steam gun can be
used for spraying cleaning solution and hot water.)
Condensers subjected to corrosive fumes should be checked
and cleaned frequently.
B. Internal Corrosion Safeguards
1. Provide controlled water treatment — don’t use excess of
boiler compounds. Contact your boiler compound supplier for
proper usage or the services of a water treatment laboratory.
2. Periodic internal flushing of the coils is recommended in
areas where water supply is suspected of causing scale.
Use an alkaline-chelant solution and introduce it at the main
pump of the hydronic system. Flush thoroughly.
WARNING: USING INORGANIC OR MINERAL ACIDS SUCH
AS MURIATIC (HYDROCHLORIC) ACID, EVEN THOUGH
INHIBITED, AMY LEAD TO SEVERE DAMAGE, INCLUDING
CORROSION AND LEAKAGE.
3. De-aerate boiler feed-water (particularly if large amount of
new water is used).
4. Insure rapid continuous and adequate condensate drainage
by properly sized and installed traps and piping. Check traps
for sticking. Clean strainers ahead of traps. (When traps
don’t work, condensate accumulates in unit heater coil; water
hammer results.)
5. Adequately vent each unit.
6. Use low pressure steam when possible.
Casings
A. Cleaning
Periodic cleaning of casings is recommended to remove dirt,
grease and corrosive substances that may injure finish. Rusted
or corroded spots should be cleaned and repainted.
B. General Inspection
Tighten fan guard and motor bracket. Check fan for proper
clearance, free rotation and firm connection to shaft.
When servicing is complete, tag unit to indicate date of
inspection, lubrication and cleaning.
SERVICE
If a qualified service person cannot solve the problem,
consult your local gas company of local Modine
reppresentative.
When servicing, repairing or replacing parts on these units
always give the complete Model Number and Serial Number
from the unit identification plate. (See Figure 14.1)
Replacement Parts
When requesting parts please contact your local representative.
Please have full model and serial number available.
Figure 14.1
Model Identification Plate
14
1-550.25
SERVICE & TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
When servicing or repairing this equipment, use only factoryapproved service replacement parts. A complete replacement
parts list may be obtained by contacting Modine Manufacturing
Company. Refer to the rating plate on the unit for complete unit
substitution of parts or controls not approved by the factory will
be at the owner’s risk.
Table 15.1
Troubleshooting
Fails to Maintain Temperature
1. Undersized unit heater, boiler, pump or piping.
2. Excessive exhaust air (exhaust fans may have been added since heating installed).
3. Unit heater operating at lower speed when sized to operate at high speed.
4. Unit heater mounted too high — heated air not delivered
to floor level.
5. Thermostat — improper location or setting, or not functioning.
6. Dirty or clogged condenser.
Unit Blows Cold Air
1. Manual shut-off valve closed.
2. Insufficient steam pressure of lack of hot water.
3. Aquastat not functioning.
4. Improper venting.
5. Steam trap not functioning.
6. Drip leg too short (steam system).
7. Return line plugged (steam system).
8. Pump undersized or not operating (hot water system).
Does Not Operate When Heat Needed
1. Defective motor or electrical connections.
2. Thermostat, aquastat or pressure limit control not functioning.
Fails to Deliver Heat to Floor
1. Units mounted too high.
2. Operating on low speed.
3. Final air temperature too high.
4. Louvers not adjusted properly.
5. Wrong type of diffuser (on verticals).
6. Undersized unit heater (insufficient air delivery).
7. Wrong type of unit (may require vertical delivery).
8. Cross ventilation or drafts.
9. Obstructions to air flow.
Noisy Unit
1. Loose bolts or screws.
2. Fan blade bent, out of balance.
3. Dirt accumulation on fan blades.
4. Fan hub or blade rivets loose.
5. Motor shaft thrust bearing worn.
6. Motor mounting bent, fan not positioned properly in venturi.
7. Unit mounted too rigidly, transmits vibration noise.
8. Conduit too rigid, transmits vibration noise.
9. BX cable touching unit heater, chatters as casing vibrates.
CAUTION
Do not reuse any electrical component which has been wet.
Such component must be replaced.
IMPORTANT
To check most of the Possible Remedies in the troubleshooting
guide listed in Table 15.1, refer to the applicable sections of
the manual.
Unit Leaks
1. Loose connection.
2. Internal corrosion.
Employees Complain of Hot Blast
1. Air stream aimed directly at employees.
2. Louvers not adjusted properly.
3. Wrong type of diffuser (on verticals).
4. Excessive final air temperature.
Unit Operates Too Long
1. Thermostat installed on cold wall or otherwise improperly
located.
2. Heavy exhaust fan load. (May have been increased since
heating system was laid out).
3. Aquastat or pressure limit control not functioning properly.
4. Unit is undersized.
Frequent Motor Failure
1. Voltage fluctuations too high or too low.
2. Excessive or insufficient lubrication.
3. Wiring to motor undersized.
4. Improper electrical connections.
5. Motor operating in too high air temperature.
6. Restricted air flow through unit due to clogged condenser,
closed louvers, too much duct work connected to unit.
7. Fan out of balance.
8. Unbalanced voltage on 3φ power.
Premature Failure
1. Severe internal corrosion due to condition of boiler water.
Condenser Failure
1. Severe internal corrosion from feedwater.
2. Type of boiler treatment.
3. Entrained air causing water hammer.
4. Too much outdoor air portion in freezing temperatures.
Seller warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship,
EXCLUSIVE, HOWEVER, of failures attributable to the use of materials substituted
under emergency conditions for materials normally employed. This warranty covers
replacement of any parts furnished from the factory of Seller, but does not cover
labor of any kind and materials not furnished by Seller, or any charges for any such
labor or materials, whether such labor, materials or charges thereon are due to
replacement of parts, adjustments, repairs, or any other work done. This warranty
does not apply to any equipment which shall have been repaired or altered outside
the factory of Seller in any way so as, in the judgment of Seller, to affect its stability,
nor which has been subjected to misuse, negligence, or operating conditions in
excess of those for which such equipment was designed. This warranty does not
cover the effects of physical or chemical properties of water or steam or other
liquids or gases used in the equipment.
BUYER AGREES THAT SELLER’S WARRANTY OF ITS PRODUCTS TO BE FREE
FROM DEFECT IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP, AS LIMITED HEREIN,
SHALL BE IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUSIVE OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHETHER ARISING FROM LAW, COURSE
OF DEALING, USAGE OF TRADE, OR OTHERWISE, THERE ARE NO OTHER
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FOR PURPOSE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
CONFIRMED BY BUYER AND SELLER AS OF THE DATE OF FINAL
AGREEMENT.
This warranty is void if the input to the product exceeds the rated input as indicated
on the product serial plate by more than 5% on gas-fired and oil-fired units, or if the
product in the judgment of SELLER has been installed in a corrosive atmosphere,
or subjected to corrosive fluids or gases, been subjected to misuse, negligence,
accident, excessive thermal shock, excessive humidity, physical damage, impact,
abrasion, unauthorized alterations, or operation contrary to SELLER’S printed
instructions, or if the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.
Heat Exchangers
For Seller’s non-separated combustion Gas-Fired Unit Heaters
BUYER’S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE OF ALL
OTHER REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW, IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AT THE FACTORY OF SELLER, ANY HEAT EXCHANGER
WHICH SHALL, WITHIN TEN YEARS FROM DATE OF FIRST BENEFICIAL
USE BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN TEN YEARS FROM DATE
OF RESALE BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN TEN YEARS FROM
DATE OF RESALE BY BUYER IN ANY UNCHANGED CONDITION, OR
WITHIN ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX MONTHS FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT
FROM SELLER, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST, BE RETURNED TO
SELLER WITH TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID AND WHICH THE
EXAMINATION OF SELLER SHALL DISCLOSE TO HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE;
EXCEPT THAT WHEN THE PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY BUYER AS
A COMPONENT PART OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY BUYER,
BUYER’S REMEDY FOR BREACH, AS LIMITED HEREIN, SHALL BE LIMITED
TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER. FOR GASFIRED PRODUCTS INSTALLED IN HIGH HUMIDITY APPLICATIONS AND
UTILIZING STAINLESS STEEL HEAT EXCHANGERS, BUYER’S REMEDY
FOR BREACH, AS LIMITED HEREIN, SHALL BE LIMITED TO TEN YEARS
FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER.
For Seller's Low Intensity Gas-Fired Infrared Heaters
BUYER'S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE OF ALL
OTHER REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW, IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AT THE FACTORY OF SELLER, ANY HEAT EXCHANGER
WHICH SHALL, WITHIN FIVE YEARS FROM DATE OF FIRST BENEFICIAL
USE BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN FIVE YEARS FROM
DATE OF RESALE BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN FIVE
YEARS FROM DATE OF RESALE BY BUYER IN ANY UNCHANGED
CONDITION, OR WITHIN 66 MONTHS FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM
SELLER, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST, BE RETURNED TO SELLER WITH
TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID AND WHICH THE EXAMINATION
OF SELLER SHALL DISCLOSE TO HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE; EXCEPT THAT
WHEN THE PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY BUYER AS A COMPONENT
PART OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY BUYER, BUYER'S REMEDY
FOR BREACH, AS LIMITED HEREIN, SHALL BE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR
FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER.
Heat Exchanger (Condensers) for all Seller’s products except nonseparated combustion Gas-Fired Unit Heaters and Infrared Heaters, all
Burners except Infrared Heaters, and Sheet Metal for all Seller's products
BUYER’S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE OF ALL
OTHER REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW, IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AT THE FACTORY OF SELLER, ANY HEAT EXCHANGER
(CONDENSER) OR BURNER WHICH SHALL, WITHIN ONE YEAR
FROM DATE OF FIRST BENEFICIAL USE BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER
USER, WITHIN ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF RESALE BY BUYER IN ANY
UNCHANGED CONDITION, OR WITHIN EIGHTEEN MONTHS FROM
DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST, BE
RETURNED TO SELLER WITH TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID
AND WHICH THE EXAMINATION OF SELLER SHALL DISCLOSE TO HAVE
BEEN DEFECTIVE; EXCEPT THAT WHEN THE PRODUCT IS TO BE USED
BY BUYER AS A COMPONENT PART OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY
BUYER, BUYER’S REMEDY FOR BREACH, AS LIMITED HEREIN, SHALL BE
LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER.
Burners
For Seller's Low Intensity Gas-Fired Infrared Heaters
BUYER'S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE OF ALL
OTHER REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW, IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AT THE FACTORY OF SELLER, ANY BURNER WHICH
SHALL, WITHIN TWO YEARS FROM DATE OF FIRST BENEFICIAL USE
BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN TWO YEARS FROM DATE
OF RESALE BY BUYER IN ANY UNCHANGED CONDITION, OR WITHIN
30 MONTHS FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER, WHICHEVER
OCCURS FIRST, BE RETURNED TO SELLER WITH TRANSPORTATION
CHARGES PREPAID AND WHICH THE EXAMINATION OF SELLER
SHALL DISCLOSE TO HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE; EXCEPT THAT WHEN
THE PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY BUYER AS A COMPONENT PART
OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY BUYER, BUYER'S REMEDY FOR
BREACH, AS LIMITED HEREIN, SHALL BE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM
DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER.
For Seller's High Intensity Gas-Fired Infrared Heaters
BUYER'S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE OF ALL
OTHER REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW, IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AT THE FACTORY OF SELLER, ANY BURNER WHICH
SHALL, WITHIN TEN YEARS FROM DATE OF FIRST BENEFICIAL USE
BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN TEN YEARS FROM DATE
OF RESALE BY BUYER IN ANY UNCHANGED CONDITION, OR WITHIN
126 MONTHS FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER, WHICHEVER
OCCURS FIRST, BE RETURNED TO SELLER WITH TRANSPORTATION
CHARGES PREPAID AND WHICH THE EXAMINATION OF SELLER
SHALL DISCLOSE TO HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE; EXCEPT THAT WHEN
THE PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY BUYER AS A COMPONENT PART
OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY BUYER, BUYER'S REMEDY FOR
BREACH, AS LIMITED HEREIN, SHALL BE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM
DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER.
All Other Components Excluding Heat Exchanger (Condenser), Burner,
and Sheet Metal
For all Seller's products except Direct-Fired Heaters and High Intensity
Gas-Fired Infrared Heaters
BUYER’S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, EXCLUSIVE OF ALL
OTHER REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW, IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AT THE FACTORY OF SELLER, ANY PART OR PARTS
WHICH SHALL, WITHIN TWO YEARS FROM DATE OF FIRST BENEFICIAL
USE BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN TWO YEARS FROM DATE
OF RESALE BY BUYER IN ANY UNCHANGED CONDITION, OR WITHIN
THIRTY MONTHS FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER, WHICHEVER
OCCURS FIRST, BE RETURNED TO SELLER WITH TRANSPORTATION
CHARGES PREPAID AND WHICH THE EXAMINATION OF SELLER
SHALL DISCLOSE TO HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE; EXCEPT THAT WHEN
THE PRODUCT IS TO BE USED BY BUYER AS A COMPONENT PART
OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY BUYER, BUYER’S REMEDY FOR
BREACH, AS LIMITED HEREIN, SHALL BE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM
DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER.
For Seller's Direct-Fired Heaters and High Intensity Gas-Fired Infrared Heaters
BUYER’S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY EXCLUSIVE OF
ALL OTHER REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW IS LIMITED TO REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT AT THE SELLER’S OPTION ANY PART OR PARTS
WHICH SHALL WITHIN A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF FIRST
BENEFICIAL USE BY BUYER OR ANY OTHER USER, WITHIN ONE YEAR
FROM DATE OF RESALE BY BUYER IN ANY UNCHANGED CONDITION,
OR WITHIN 18 MONTHS FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER,
WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST, BE RETURNED TO SELLER WITH
TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID AND WHICH THE EXAMINATION
OF THE SELLER SHALL DISCLOSE TO HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE.
BUYER AGREES THAT IN NO EVENT WILL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR COSTS
OF PROCESSING, LOST PROFITS, INJURY TO GOODWILL, OR ANY OTHER
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING
FROM THE ORDER OR USE OF ITS PRODUCT, WHETHER ARISING FROM
BREACH OF WARRANTY, NONCONFORMITY TO ORDERED SPECIFICATIONS,
DELAY IN DELIVERY, OR ANY LOSS SUSTAINED BY THE BUYER.