Roberts Gorden UHA-XS60, UHA-XS75, UHA-XS100, UHA-XS30, UHA-XS125 User Manual

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Combat
UHA-Series
Tubular Unit Heaters
(Low Profile Range)
Installation, Operation
& Service Manual
Models UHA[X][S]
30, 45, 60, 75, 100, 125
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© 2008 Roberts-Gordon LLC
Roberts-Gordon LLC
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www.rg-inc.com
P/ N 111100NA 11/08 Rev D
© 2008
Roberts-Gordon LLC
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: Heater Safety...................................................... 1
1.1 Manpower Requirements .............................................1
1.2 Safety Labels and Their Placement ............................. 1
SECTION 2: Installer Responsibility ..................................... 5
2.1 Wall Tag .......................................................................5
2.2 Corrosive Chemicals.................................................... 5
2.3 National Standards and Applicable Codes ..................5
SECTION 3: Critical Considerations ..................................... 6
3.1 Basic Information ......................................................... 6
3.2 Manufactured Units......................................................6
3.3 Location and Suspension ............................................6
3.4 Minimum Required Installation Clearances ................. 6
3.5 Clearances to Combustibles ........................................6
3.6 Ventilation .................................................................... 6
3.7 Gas Supply..................................................................7
3.8 Electrical Supply .........................................................7
3.9 Vent..............................................................................7
SECTION 4: National Standards and Applicable Codes .....8
4.1 Gas Codes...................................................................8
4.2 Aircraft Hangars...........................................................8
4.3 Parking Structures and Repair Garages ......................8
4.4 Electrical ......................................................................8
4.5 Venting......................................................................... 8
4.6 High Altitude ................................................................ 9
SECTION 5: Major Components.......................................... 10
5.1 General...................................................................... 10
5.2 Shelf Mounting and Suspension................................ 10
5.3 Wall Mounting ............................................................ 10
SECTION 6: Venting..............................................................14
6.1 Changing Vent and Air Intake Orientation.................. 14
6.2 Venting....................................................................... 14
6.3 Vent Installation ......................................................... 14
6.4 Unvented Operation................................................... 15
6.5 Horizontal Venting...................................................... 15
6.6 Vertical Venting.......................................................... 16
6.7 Length Requirements ................................................ 16
6.8 Vent Material.............................................................. 16
6.9 Replacing an Existing Heater in a Venting System.... 16
SECTION 7: Air Supply......................................................... 21
7.1 Separated Combustion Installation............................. 21
7.2 Unvented Installation..................................................21
7.3 Building Ventilation..................................................... 21
7.4 Outside Combustion Air Supply.................................. 21
SECTION 8: Gas Piping........................................................22
8.1 Connections...............................................................22
SECTION 9: Wiring................................................................23
9.1 Positioning Thermostats ............................................ 23
9.2 Low Voltage Thermostat with One Heater .................23
9.3 Multiple Heater Wiring 30 - 45 ...................................24
9.4 Multiple Heater Wiring 60 - 125 .................................25
9.5 Internal Wiring Diagram ............................................. 26
9.6 Ladder Wiring Diagram..............................................27
9.7 Electrical Connection to the Heater ...........................28
SECTION 10: Operation and Maintenance..........................29
10.1 Pre-Start-Up Checks ................................................29
10.2 Begin Start-Up .........................................................29
10.3 Complete Start-Up ...................................................32
SECTION 11: User Instructions............................................33
11.1 User Instructions.......................................................33
11.2 Heater Operation ......................................................33
11.3 Common User Controls.............................................33
11.4 Lighting Instructions..................................................33
11.5 Simple Troubleshooting.............................................34
SECTION 12: Servicing.........................................................35
12.1 Servicing Instructions...............................................35
12.2 Burner Maintenance.................................................35
12.3 Fan/Motor Assembly Maintenance...........................35
12.4 Heat Exchanger Maintenance ..................................35
12.5 Gas Valve Maintenance ...........................................35
12.6 Flue Blower ..............................................................35
12.7 Venting and Air Intake Pipe......................................36
12.8 Maintenance Checklist.............................................36
SECTION 13: Troubleshooting .............................................38
13.1 General ....................................................................38
13.2 Troubleshooting For Automatic Ignition
Burner Systems .......................................................39
13.3 Troubleshooting for Flame Supervision System .......40
13.4 Troubleshooting for Gas Valves................................41
13.5 Troubleshooting for Flue Blower...............................41
SECTION 14: Replacement Parts.........................................42
14.1 Gas Valve .................................................................42
14.2 Burner Compartment ...............................................43
14.3 Ignition Electrode and Flame Probe .........................44
14.4 Heat Exchanger .......................................................45
14.5 Louver and Louver Springs......................................45
14.6 Flue Blower Vertical Installation ...............................46
14.7 Pressure Switch........................................................47
14.8 Ignition Control .........................................................47
14.9 Axial Fan/Guard/Motor Assembly.............................47
14.10 Limit Switches ........................................................48
SECTION 15: Specifications.................................................49
15.1 Dimension Data........................................................49
15.2 General Technical Data Table (All Models) ..............50
15.3 Technical Data Table (All Models) ............................50
SECTION 16: ROBERTS GORDON® COMBAT
UHA-Series Warranty......................................53
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TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1: UHA 30 - 45 Label Placement ...................................2
Figure 2: UHA 60 - 75 Label Placement ...................................3
Figure 3: UHA 100 - 125 Label Placement................................ 4
Figure 4: Installation Clearances and Clearances
to Combustibles.........................................................7
Figure 5: Suspension Methods ............................................... 11
Figure 6: Shelf-Mounting Methods.......................................... 11
Figure 7: Wall Shelf Mounting and Hanging Suspension........ 12
Figure 8: Vertical Louvers (Optional)....................................... 13
Figure 9: Vent and Roof Detail ................................................ 17
Figure 10: Standard Vented Heater - Vertical and
Horizontal Vent Termination ................................... 17
Figure 11: Standard Vented Heater - Common
Vertical Vent Termination........................................ 18
Figure 12: Separated Combustion Heater - Vertical
and Horizontal Vent Termination ............................19
Figure 13: Concentric Vent Box............................................... 19
Figure 14: Concentric Vertical and Horizontal Vent
Termination - Separated Combustion Heater ......... 20
Figure 15: Gas Connection ..................................................... 22
Figure 16: Automatic Burner Control Sequence...................... 30
Figure 17: Gas Valve for Models UHA[X][S] 30 - 45................30
Figure 18: Gas Valve for Models UHA[X][S] 60 - 125..............31
Figure 19: Manual Reset Limit Switch.....................................33
Figure 20: LED Diagnostic Codes........................................... 34
SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
Your Safety is Important to Us! This symbol is used throughout the manual to notify you of possible fire, electrical or burn hazards. Please pay special attention when reading and following the warnings in these sections.
Installation, service and annual inspection of heater must be done by a contractor qualified in the installation and service of gas-fired heating equipment. Read this manual carefully before installation, operation or service of this equipment. Not all heaters are approved for residential installation. Check the heater’s silver rating plate for residential approval status. Heaters that do not have residential approval must not be installed in residential spaces. These instructions, the layout drawing, local codes and ordinances and applicable standards that apply to gas piping, electrical wiring, venting, etc. must be thoroughly understood before proceeding with the installation. Protective gear is to be worn during installation, operation and service. Thin sheet metal parts, including the various venting components, have sharp edges. To prevent injury, the use of work gloves is recommended. Before installation, check that the local distribution conditions, nature of gas and pressure and adjustment of the appliance are compatible.
SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
1.1 Manpower Requirements
To prevent personal injury and damage to the heater, two persons will be required for installation.
1.2 Safety Labels and Their Placement
Product safety signs or labels should be replaced by product user when they are no longer legible. Please contact Roberts Gordon LLC or your ROBERTS GORDON obtain replacement signs or labels.
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independent distributor to
See Page 2,
Figure 1 through Page 4, Figure 3.
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Description Part Number
Logo Label 91040030 Cut Hazard Label 91010430 Vent Length Label 91039505 Vent to Outdoors Label 91010427 Warning Label 91010429 Rating Plate Label 91010420 Installation Label 91010431 Instruction Location Label 91010433 Lighting Instruction Label 91010425 Venting Arrangement Label* 91010426 Manual Reset Switch Label 91010428
Figure 1: UHA 30 - 45 Label Placement
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Figure 2: UHA 60 - 75 Label Placement
Description Part Number
Logo Label 91040030 Cut Hazard Label 91010430 Vent Length Label 91039505 Vent to Outdoors Label 91010427 Warning Label 91010429 Rating Plate Label 91010420 Installation Label 91010431 Instruction Location Label 91010433 Lighting Instruction Label 91010425 Venting Arrangement Label* 91010426 Manual Reset Switch Label 91010428
* For separated combustion units only
SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
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Description Part Number
Logo Label 91040030 Cut Hazard Label 91010430 Vent Length Label 91039505 Vent to Outdoors Label 91010427 Warning Label 91010429 Rating Plate Label 91010420 Installation Label 91010431 Instruction Location Label 91010433 Lighting Instruction Label 91010425 Venting Arrangement Label* 91010426
* For separated combustion units only
Figure 3: UHA 100 - 125 Label Placement
VENT TO OUTDOORS DONNER VENT A DEHORS
Printed in U.S.A. / Imprimé aux Etats Unis
© 2006 Roberts-Gordon, LLC
P/N 91010427
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SECTION 2: INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITY
The installer is responsible for the following:
• To install the heater, as well as the gas and electrical supplies, in accordance with applicable specifications and codes. Roberts-Gordon recommends the installer contact a Local Building Inspector or Fire Marshal for guidance.
• To use the information given in a layout drawing and in the manual together with the cited codes and regulations to perform the installation.
• To install the heater in accordance with the clearances to combustibles.
• To furnish all needed materials not furnished as standard equipment.
• To plan location of supports, vents and air intakes.
• To provide access for servicing.
• To provide the owner with a copy of this Installation, Operation and Service Manual.
• To never use heater as support for a ladder or other access equipment and never hang or suspend anything from heater.
• To ensure there is adequate air circulation around the heater and to supply air for combustion, ventilation and distribution in accordance with local codes.
SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
of combustible materials, corrosive chemicals or halogenated hydrocarbons* anywhere in the premises.
* Halogenated Hydrocarbons are a family of chemical compounds characterized by the presence of halogen ele­ments (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, etc.). These compounds are frequently used in refrigerants, cleaning agents, solvents, etc. If these compounds enter the air supply of the burner, the life span of the heater components will be greatly reduced. An out­side air supply must be provided to the burners whenever the presence of these compounds is suspected. Warranty will be invalid if the heater is exposed to halogenated hydrocarbons.
2.3 National Standards and Applicable Codes
All appliances must be installed in accordance with the latest revision of the applicable standards and national codes. This refers also to the electric, gas and venting installation. Note: Additional standards for installations in public garages, aircraft hangars, etc. may be applicable.
2.1 Wall Tag
A laminated wall tag is included with the heater as a permanent reminder of the safety instructions and the importance of the required clearances to combustibles. Affix the tag by peeling off the backing of the adhesive strips on the rear surface and position the tag on a wall near the heater.
A copy of the wall tag (P/N 91040031) is illustrated on the back cover.
Know your model number. Model number is found on the heater and throughout the Installation, Operation and Service Manual.
2.2 Corrosive Chemicals Caution: Do not use heater in an area containing
corrosive chemicals. Avoid the use of corrosive chemicals to ensure a longer life of the burner, heat exchanger and other parts.
Roberts-Gordon cannot be responsible for ensuring that all appropriate safety measures are undertaken prior to installation; this is entirely the responsibility of the installer. It is essential that the contractor, the sub-contractor, or the owner identifies the presence
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WARNING
Fire Hazard
Some objects can catch fire or explode when placed close to heater.
Keep all flammable objects, liquids and vapors the required clearances to combustibles away from heater.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, injury or property damage.
WARNING
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Heaters may be installed vented or unvented.
Vented heaters must be vented outdoors.
Unvented heaters must be installed in buildings with ventilation rates as per section 6.4.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or injury.
SECTION 3: CRITICAL CONSIDERATIONS
3.1 Basic Information
UHA[X][S] heaters have automatic ignition burners for ON/OFF operation only.
3.2 Manufactured Units
Gas-fired, power-vented unit heater with tubular heat exchanger. Units shall have a minimum of 82% thermal efficiency. The standard unit shall consist of a non-separated combustion design with an aluminized heat exchanger. Design and heat exchanger alternatives shall be offered as follows:
• Separated Combustion: A separated combustion unit shall consist of an enclosed sealed burner box to which combustion air is vented through a piece of internal flexible air duct. This duct terminates at an exterior cabinet flange to which a vent ran to the outside of the heated space should be attached.
• Stainless Steel Heat Exchanger: A stainless steel heat exchanger unit shall consist of heat exchanger tubes, heat exchanger tube supports, heat exchanger tube plates and a vent box produced of 409 stainless steel.
3.5 Clearances to Combustibles
Clearances must be as indicated on Page 7, Figure
4. If clearances to combustibles are not indicated,
then installation clearances apply.
3.6 Ventilation
3.3 Location and Suspension
All models:
• Must be installed indoors.
• Must be installed in a level position with horizontal discharge.
• May be mounted on a shelf of non-combustible material using shelf mounting brackets.( Page 11, Figure 6 and Page 12, Figure 7 for details.)
• May be suspended from above (See Page 11, Figure 5) or from wall brackets of sufficient strength to support the heater as listed in the Dimension Data Table Drop rods must be a minimum of 3/8" diameter mild steel. Four suspension points (3/8" nuts) are located on top of the heater.
• Must be installed in a manner which allows access to all serviceable components. See Page 7, Figure 4 for details.
3.4 Minimum Required Installation Clearances
Clearances around the heater and vent must be as indicated through Page 20, Figure 14 to ensure access for servicing, and correct operation.
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on Page 7, Figure 4; Page 17, Figure 9
on Page 49, Section 15.1.
See
It is important to ensure that there is adequate air space around the heater to supply air for combustion, ventilation and distribution in accordance with local and national code
14, Section 6.
on Page
SECTION 3: CRITICAL CONSIDERATIONS
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect electrical and gas supply before servicing.
This appliance must be connected to a properly grounded electrical source.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock.
* Recommended mounting height varies with heater input. Heaters may be mounted at a higher level if destratification fans are installed.
Clearance to Vent: 2" (5 cm)
**18" (45.7 cm) minimum is necessary for servicing.
The heater must always be installed at least 6' (2 m) above the floor. The vent pipe must have clearance from combustibles by 2" (5 cm). If installed at low levels where individuals can come in contact with hot heat exchanger components, adequate guarding must be provided.
3.7 Gas Supply
3.8 Electrical Supply
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Connect gas supply according to Figure 15.
Do not use gas supply pipe and electrical connections to support heater’s weight.
Gas can leak if not installed properly.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, injury or property damage.
It is important that the gas supply pipe is sized correctly to provide the inlet pressure as stated on the heater data plate. The gas supply pipe and electrical connections must not support any of the heater's weight.
Figure 4: Installation Clearances and Clearances to Combustibles
See Page 22, Section 8
A permanent 120 V / 1 Ø / 60 Hz electrical supply is required for the main electrical power. The heater also requires suitable controls in accordance with See Page 23, Section 9.
3.9 Vent
Choose heater orientation to allow for the proper location of the vent. Each heater must be fitted with a correctly sized sealed vent system.
If vented horizontally, no other appliance may be connected to the vent.
See Page 14, Section 6.
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SECTION 4: NATIONAL STANDARDS AND APPLICABLE CODES
4.1 Gas Codes
The type of gas appearing on the name plate must be the type of gas used. Installation must comply with national and local codes and requirements of the local gas company.
United States: Refer to NFPA 54/ ANSI Z223.1
- latest revision, National Fuel Gas Code.
Canada: Refer to CSA B149.1 Natual Gas and Propane Installation Code.
4.2 Aircraft Hangars
Installation in aircraft hangars must be in accordance with the following codes:
United States: Refer to Standard for Aircraft Hangars, NFPA 409 - latest revision.
Canada: Refer to Standard CSA B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
• In aircraft storage and servicing areas, heaters shall be installed at least 10' (3 m) above the upper surface of wings or of engine enclosures of the highest aircraft which may be housed in the hangar. The measurement shall be made from the wing or engine enclosure (whichever is higher from the floor) to the bottom of the heater.
• In shops, offices and other sections of aircraft hangars communicating with aircraft storage or servicing areas, heaters shall be installed not less than 8' (2.4 m) above the floor.
• Suspended or elevated heaters shall be so located in all spaces of aircraft hangars that they shall not be subject to injury by aircraft, cranes, movable scaffolding or other objects. Provisions shall be made to assure accessibility to suspended heaters for recurrent maintenance purposes.
4.3 Parking Structures and Repair Garages
Installation in garages must be in accordance with the following codes:
United States: Standard for Parking Structures NFPA 88A - latest revision or the Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages, NFPA 30A - latest revision. Canada: Refer to CSA B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
• In accordance with the Standard for Parking Structures NFPA 88A, heaters must be located a minimum of 18" (50 cm) below the floor­ceiling assembly or 18" (50 cm) above the floor.
• In accordance with the Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages, NFPA 30A - latest revision, heaters must not be installed less than 8' (2.4 m) above the floor.
4.4 Electrical
The heater must be electrically grounded in accordance with the following codes:
United States: Refer to National Electrical
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Code
, NFPA 70 - latest revision. Wiring must
conform to the most current National Electrical
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Code
, local ordinances and any special
diagrams furnished.
Canada: Refer to Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 Part 1 - latest revision.
4.5 Venting
The venting must be installed in accordance with the requirements within this manual and the following codes:
United States: Refer to NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 ­latest revision, National Fuel Gas Code.
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Canada: Refer to CSA B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
4.6 High Altitude
These heaters are CSA-approved (without modifications) for installations up to 2000' (610 m) in US and Canada. CSA approved heaters installed above 2000' (610 m) must be de­rated. For installations above 2000' (610 m) in US, consult factory for information on burner de-rating. For installations from 2000' (610 m) to 4500' (1370m) in Canada, high altitude conversion kits are available. Heaters installed over 4500' (1370 m) in Canada are not CSA­approved and must be approved by the local or provincial authority.
SECTION 4: NATIONAL STANDARDS AND APPLICABLE CODES
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WARNING
Crush Hazard
Use 3/8" threaded rod minimum.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, injury or property damage.
SECTION 5: MAJOR COMPONENTS
5.1 General
Heaters are designed for installation above 6' (1.8 m). These heaters must be installed within the heated space. Duct delivery systems are not permitted with axial fan units. When handling or supporting the heater from below, ensure that the weight is taken at the support points. The gas or electrical supply lines must not be used to support the heater. Do not locate the gas or electrical supply lines directly over the path of the flue products from the heater. The heater must be installed in accordance with clearances to combustibles as indicated on the wall tag and this manual.
5.2 Shelf Mounting and Suspension
Four suspension points (3/8" nuts) are located on the top of the heater. Drop rods must be 3/8" diameter mild steel. When handling or supporting the heater from below, ensure that the weight is taken at the support points. For typical suspension, See Page 11, Figure 5. For typical shelf mounting on existing shelf, See
Page 11, Figure 6
5.3 Wall Mounting
For typical suspension, See Page 12, Figure 7. Wall mounted heaters blowing parallel to the wall can only be installed with the service door away from the wall.
The wall mounting brackets must be attached to a suitable wall using all mounting holes. Screw sizes less than 3/8" may not be used. In order for the wall mounting brackets to adequately carry the weight of the heater, it must be installed according to best building practices.
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Figure 5: Suspension Methods
Cone Point
Set Pin
Window
Clamp
Unistrut
3/8" Threaded Rod
Nut
Washer
Riv Nut
Support Points
Ensure all suspension hardware is torqued to a minimum of 20 ft lbs.
Washer
3/8"
Threaded
Rod
Nut
Unistrut
Channel
Nut
Shelf Mounting
Brackets
Description Part Number Qty. Shelf Mounting Bracket Kit 12011000K
Shelf Mounting Bracket 11111510 2 Screw #10 x 1/2" Type AB Phil HWH Z
94311008 2
Existing cabinet screws must be re-used.
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Figure 6: Shelf-Mounting Methods
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Description Part Number Qty. Wall Shelf Mounting Bracket Kit 12011002K
Wall Suspension Mounting Bracket Kit 12011001K 1 Shelf Mounting Bracket Kit 12011000K 1
Description Part Number Qty. Wall Suspension Mounting Bracket Kit 12011001K
Wall Mounting Bracket Arm Left 111WALL1L 1 Wall Mounting Bracket Arm Right 111WALL1R 1 Wall Mounting Bracket Vertical 111WAL2 2 Wall Mounting Bracket Diagonal 111WAL3 2 5/16" x 3 1/2" Bolt 97213925 6 5/16" Lock Nut with Nylon Insert 92114000 6 5/16" Flat Washer 95211600 6 5/16" Lockwasher 96411600 6
Hardware provided to construct mounting bracket assembly only.
Figure 7: Wall Shelf Mounting and Hanging Suspension
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Figure 8: Vertical Louvers (Optional)
Description Part Number Qty. Vertical Louver Kit UHA[X][S] 30 & UHA[X][S] 45
12011003K
Vertical Louver Bracket 11111903 2 #10 Screw 94311008 4 UHA[X][S] 30 - 45 Vertical Louvers 11111901 5 Louver Spring 90901200 2 Instruction Sheet 91040036 1
Description Part Number Qty. Vertical Louver Kit UHA[X][S] 60 & UHA[X][S] 75
1201100 5K
Vertical Louver Bracket 11111903 2 #10 Screw 94311008 4 Instruction Sheet 91040036 1
Description Part Number Qty. Vertical Louver Kit UHA[X][S] 100 & UHA[X][S] 125
12011004K
Vertical Louver Bracket 11111903 2 #10 Screw 94311008 4 UHA[X][S] 100 - 125 Vertical Louvers 11111902 5 Instruction Sheet 91040036 1
For models UHA[X][S] 60 and UHA[X][S] 75, horizontal louvers are re-used.
Remove horizontal louvers.
SECTION 5: MAJOR COMPONENTS
Install vertical louvers brackets (top and bottom) with supplied screws.
Push in
louver and compress
spring to remove
(opposite end first)
Install vertical louvers and springs into brackets with springs at top.
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