TUBULAR GAS FIRED DIRECT SPARK PROPELLER UNIT HEATERS
ATTENTION: READ THIS MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ATTACHED TO THE UNIT CAREFULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE OR SERVICE THESE UNITS! CHECK UNIT DATA PLATE FOR TYPE OF GAS
AND ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND MAKE CERTAIN THAT THESE AGREE WITH THOSE AT THE POINT OF
INSTALLATION. RECORD THE UNIT MODEL AND SERIAL No.(s) IN THE SPACE PROVIDED. RETAIN FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
J30-06935
Model No.
Serial No.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
The use and storage of gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and liquids in open containers in
the vicinity of this appliance is hazardous.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don't touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open fl ame.
4. Immediately contact your gas supplier.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause property damage, injury, or death. Read the installation, operating, and
maintenance instruction thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
APPROVED FOR USE IN CALIFORNIA
Install, operate, and maintain unit in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions to avoid exposure to fuel substances, or substances from incomplete
combustion, which can cause death or serious illness. The state of California
has determined that these substances may cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
03/07
INSTALLER'S RESPONSIBILITY
Installer Please Note: This equipment has been test fired and inspected. It has been
shipped free from defects from our factory. However, shipment and installation
problems such as loose wires, leaks, or loose fasteners may occur. It is the installer's
responsibility to inspect and correct any problem that may be found.
RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS
Inspect shipment immediately when
received to determine if any damage
has occurred to the unit during
shipment. After the unit has been
uncrated, check for any visible
damage to the unit. If any damage
is found, the consignee should sign
the bill of lading indicating such
damage and immediately file claim
for damage with the transportation
company.
NOTICE: It is the equipment owners responsibility to provide any scaffolding or other apparatus required to
perform emergency service or annual/periodic maintenance to this equipment.
The Tubular Gas Fired Unit Heaters are a factory
assembled, power vented, low static pressure type
propeller fan unit heaters designed to be suspended
within the space to be heated. THESE HEATERS ARE
NOT TO BE CONNECTED TO DUCTWORK. The
designs are certified by ETL as providing a minimum
of 80% thermal efficiency, and approved for use in
California. Do not alter these units in any way. If you
have any questions after reading this manual, contact
the manufacturer.
Figure 1 - Tubular Propeller Unit Heater
See Identifi cation of Parts throughout this manual.
The following terms are used throughout this manual, in addition to the ETL requirements to bring attention to the
presence of potential hazards, or to important information concerning the product:
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death, serious injury, or substantial property
damage.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death, serious injury, or substantial property
damage.
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
injury or property damage.
NOTICE: Used to notify of special instructions on
installation, operation, or maintenance which are
important to equipment but not related to personal
injury.
2
Indicates an imminently hazardous
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Failure to comply with the general
safety information may result in extensive
property damage, severe personal injury, or
death.
This product must be installed by
a licensed plumber or gas fi tter when installed
within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Installation must be made in accordance with local
codes, or in absence of local codes, with the latest
edition of the ANSI Standard Z223.1 (N.F.P.A. No. 54)
National Fuel Gas Code. All of the ANSI and NFPA
Standards referred to in these installation instructions
are those that were applicable at the time the design
of this appliance was certified. The ANSI Standards
are available from CSA Information Services, 1-800463-6727. The NFPA Standards are available from the
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269. These unit heaters are designed for
use in airplane hangars when installed in accordance
with ANSI/NFPA No. 409, and in public garages when
installed in accordance with NFPA No. 88A and NFPA
No.88B.
If installed in Canada, the installation must conform with
local building codes, or in the absence of local building
codes, with CGA-B149.1 “Installation Codes for Natural
Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment” or CGA-B149.2
“Installation Codes for Propane Gas Burning Appliances
and Equipment.” These unit heaters have been designed
and certifi ed to comply with CGA 2.6. Also see sections
on installation in AIRCRAFT HANGARS and PUBLIC
GARAGES.
Do not alter the unit heater in any
way or damage to the unit and/or severe personal
injury or death may occur!
Disconnect all power and gas
supplies before installing or servicing the heater.
If the power disconnect is out of sight, lock
it in the open position and tag it to prevent
unexpected application of power. Failure to do
so could result in fatal electric shock, or severe
personal injury.
Ensure that all power sources conform
to the requirements of the unit heater, or damage to
the unit will result!
Follow installation instructions CAREFULLY to avoid
creating unsafe conditions. All wiring should be done
and checked by a qualifi ed electrician, using copper wire
only. All gas connections should be made and leak-tested
by a suitably qualifi ed individual, per instructions in this
manual. Also follow procedures listed on “Gas Equipment
Start-Up Sheet” located in this manual.
Use only the fuel for which the heater is designed (see
rating plate). Using LP gas in a heater that requires
natural gas, or vice versa, will create risk of gas leaks,
carbon monoxide poisoning, and explosion.
Do not attempt to convert the
heater for use with a fuel other than the one
intended. Such conversion is dangerous, as it
will create the risks previously listed.
Make certain that the power source conforms to the
electrical requirements of the heater.
Do not depend upon a thermostat
or other switch as sole means of disconnecting
power when installing or servicing heater. Always
disconnect power at main circuit breaker as
described above. Failure to do so could result in
fatal electric shock.
Special attention must be given to any grounding
information pertaining to this heater. To prevent the risk of
electrocution, the heater must be securely and adequately
grounded. This should be accomplished by connecting
a ground conductor between the service panel and the
heater. To ensure a proper ground, the grounding means
must be tested by a qualifi ed electrician.
Do not insert fi ngers or foreign objects into heater or its
air moving device. Do not block or tamper with the heater
in any manner while in operation, or just after it has been
turned off, as some parts may be hot enough to cause
injury.
This heater is intended for general heating applications
ONLY. It must NOT be used in potentially dangerous
locations such as fl ammable, explosive, chemical-laden,
or wet atmospheres.
Do not attach ductwork to this product or use it as a
makeup air heater. Such usage voids the warranty and
will create unsafe operation.
In cases in which property damage may result from
malfunction of the heater, a back-up system or
temperature sensitive alarm should be used.
The open end of piping systems being
purged shall not discharge into areas where there
are sources of ignition or into confined spaces
UNLESS precautions are taken as follows: (1) by
ventilation of the space, (2) control of the purging
rate, (3) elimination of all hazardous conditions. All
precautions must be taken to perform this operation
in a safe manner!
Unless otherwise specifi ed, the following conversions
may be used for calculating SI unit measurements:
1 foot = 0.305 m
1 inch = 25.4 mm
1 gallon = 3.785 L
1 pound = 0.453 kg
1 psig = 6.894 kPa
1 cubic foot = 0.028m
1000 BTU/cu. ft. = 37.5 MJ/m
1000 BTU per hour = 0.293 kW
1 inch water column = 0.249 kPa
1 litre/second = CFM x 0.472
1 meter/second = FPM ÷ 196.8
3
3
3
Table 1 - Performance and Dimensional Data - Tubular Propeller Unit Heater
* For all installations, the fl ue collar is included with the unit and should be fi eld installed per the instructions included with the unit.
† Ratings shown are for unit installations at elevations between 0 and 2,000 ft (0 to 610m). For unit installations in U.S.A. above 2,000 ft. (610m), the unit input must be derated 4% for each 1,000 ft. (305m) above sea level; refer to
local codes, or in absence of local codes, refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Standard Z223.1 (N.F.P.A. No. 54).
For installations in Canada, any reference to deration at altitudes in excess of 2,000 ft. (610m) are to be ignored. At altitudes of 2,000 ft. to 4,500 ft. (610 to 1372m), the unit must be derated to 90% of the normal altitude rating,
and be so marked in accordance with the ETL certifi cation.
1-3/8"
(35)
(Hanging)
C
E
(Hanging)
Flue
D
11-5/8"
*
G
(Hanging)
(295)
32-1/2"
(826)
L
B
Electrical Control Panel
D4617
D4617
DIMENSIONS .XXX STANDARD UNITS
DIMENSIONS IN PARENTHESIS (XXX) MILLIMETERS
Rear ViewSide ViewFront View
Gas Valve
F
(Discharge Opening)
Figure 2 - Dimensional Drawing – Tubular Propeller Unit Heater
4
H
(Discharge
Opening)
A
33"
1" (25)
INSTALLATION
Do not install unit heaters in
corrosive or fl ammable atmospheres! Premature
failure of, or severe damage to the unit will
result!
Avoid locations where extreme
drafts can affect burner operation. Unit heaters
must not be installed in locations where air for
combustion would contain chlorinated, halogenated or acidic vapors. If located in such an
environment, premature failure of the unit will
occur!
Since the unit is equipped with an automatic gas ignition
system, the unit heater must be installed such that the
gas ignition control system is not directly exposed to
water spray, rain or dripping water.
NOTICE: Location of unit heaters is related directly to
the selection of sizes. Basic rules are as follows:
MOUNTING HEIGHT: Unit Heaters equipped with
standard fan guards must be installed at a minimum of
8 feet (2.4m) above the fl oor, measured to the bottom of
the unit. At heights above 8 feet (2.4m), less effi cient air
distribution will result. If a unit is to be mounted below
8 feet (2.4m) from the fl oor, an OSHA approved fan
guard is required on the unit.
AIRCRAFT HANGARS: Unit Heaters must be installed
in aircraft hangars as follows: In aircraft hangars, unit
heaters must be at least 10 feet (3.0m) above the upper
surface of wings or engine enclosures of the highest
aircraft to be stored in the hangar, and 8 feet (2.4m)
above the fl oor in shops, offi ces and other sections of
the hangar where aircraft are not stored or housed.
Refer to current ANSI/NFPA No. 409, Aircraft Hangars. In
Canada, installation is suitable in aircraft hangars when
acceptable to the enforcing authorities.
PUBLIC GARAGES: In repair garages, unit heaters must
be located at least 8 feet (2.4m) above the fl oor. Refer to
the latest edition of NFPA 88B, Repair Garages.
In Canada, installation must be in accordance to the
latest edition of CGA B149 “Installation Codes for Gas
Burning Appliances and Equipment.”
AIR DISTRIBUTION: Direct air towards areas of
maximum heat loss. When multiple heaters are involved,
circulation of air around the perimeter is recommended
where heated air fl ows along exposed walls. Satisfactory
results can also be obtained where multiple heaters are
located toward the center of the area with heated air
directed toward the outside walls. Be careful to avoid all
obstacles and obstructions which could impede the warm
air distribution patterns.
Unit heaters should not be installed to maintain low
temperatures and/or freeze protection of buildings.
A minimum of 50°F (10°C) thermostat setting must
be maintained. If unit heaters are operated to maintain
lower than 50°F (10°C), hot flue gases are cooled
inside the heat exchanger to a point where water
vapor (a fl ue gas by-product) condenses onto the heat
exchanger walls. The result is a mildly corrosive acid that
prematurely corrodes the aluminized heat exchanger and
can actually drip water down from the unit heater onto
fl oor surface. Additional unit heaters should be installed
if a minimum 50°F (10°C) thermostat setting cannot be
maintained.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION: The unit heater shall be
installed in a location in which the facilities for
ventilation permit satisfactory combustion of gas,
proper venting, and the maintenance of ambient
air at safe limits under normal conditions of use.
The unit heater shall be located in such a manner as
not to interfere with proper circulation of air within the
confi ned space. When buildings are so tight that normal
infi ltration does not meet air requirements, outside air
shall be introduced per Sections 1.3.4.2 and 1.3.4.3 of
ANSI Z223.1 for combustion requirements. A permanent
opening or openings having a total free area of not less
than one square inch per 5,000 BTU/Hr (1.5 kW) of total
input rating of all appliances within the space shall be
provided.
In parking structures, unit heaters must be installed so
that the burner fl ames are located a minimum of 18 in.
(457mm) above the fl oor or protected by a partition not
less than 18 in. (457mm) high. However, any unit heater
mounted in a parking structure less than 8 ft. (2.4m) above
the fl oor must be equipped with an OSHA approved fan
guard. Refer to the latest edition of NFPA 88A, Parking
structures.
NOTICE: Unit Heater sizing should be based on heat
loss calculations where the unit heater output equals
or exceeds heat loss.
5
INSTALLATION (continued)
CLEARANCES: Each Gas Unit Heater shall be
located with respect to building construction and other
equipment so as to permit access to the Unit Heater.
Clearance between vertical walls and the vertical
sides of the Unit Heater shall be no less than 6 inches
(152mm). However, to ensure access to the control box,
a minimum of 18" (457mm) is required for the control
box side. A minimum clearance of 6 inches (152mm)
must be maintained between the top of the Unit Heater
and the ceiling. The bottom of the Unit Heater must be
no less than 12 inches (305mm) from any combustible.
The distance between the flue collector and any
combustible must be no less than 6 inches (152mm).
Also see AIR FOR COMBUSTION and VENTING
sections.
NOTICE: Increasing the clearance distances may
be necessary if there is a possibility of distortion or
discoloration of adjacent materials.
Make certain that the lifting
methods used to lift the heater and the method
of suspension used in the fi eld installation of the
heater are capable of uniformly supporting the
weight of the heater at all times. Failure to heed
this warning may result in property damage or
personal injury!
Figure 3A
Figure 3B - Heater Mounting*
Make sure that the structure
to which the unit heater is to be mounted is
capable of safely supporting its weight. Under
no circumstances must the gas lines, the venting
system or the electrical conduit be used to
support the heater; or should any other objects
(i.e. ladder, person) lean against the heater gas
lines, venting system or the electrical conduit
for support. Failure to heed these warnings may
result in property damage, personal injury, or
death.
Unit Heaters must be hung level
from side to side and from front to back, see Figure
3A, 3B and 3C. Failure to do so will result in poor
performance and/or premature failure of the unit.
Ensure that all hardware used in
the suspension of each unit heater is more than
adequate for the job. Failure to do so may result
in extensive property damage, severe personal
injury, or death!
Refer to Figures 3A, 3B and 3C for suspension of units.
*All hanging hardware and wood is not included with the unit (To
be fi eld supplied).
Figure 3C
6
GAS PIPING
To avoid damage or possible personal injury, do not connect gas piping to this unit
until a supply line pressure/leak test has been completed. Connecting the unit before completing the
pressure/leak test may damage the unit gas valve and result in a fi re hazard.
Do not rely on a shut-off valve to isolate the unit while conducting gas pressure/leak
tests. These valves may not be completely shut off, exposing the gas valve to excessive pressure and
damage.
PIPE SIZING
To provide adequate gas pressure to the gas unit heater,
size the gas piping as follows:
1. Find the cu. ft./hr. by using the following formula:
Cu. ft./hr. =
Input BTU/Hr.
1000
2. Refer to Table 3. Match “Length of Pipe in Feet”
with appropriate “Gas Input - Cu. Ft./Hr.” fi gure. This
fi gure can then be matched to the pipe size at the
top of the column.
Example:
It is determined that a 67 foot (20.4m) run of gas
pipe is required to connect a 200 MBTU gas unit
heater to a 1,000 BTU/cu ft. (0.29kW) natural gas
supply.
200,000 BTU/Hr
1,000 BTU/cu. ft.
= 200 Cu. ft./hr.
Using Table 3, a 1 inch pipe is needed.
NOTE: See General Safety Information section for
English/Metric unit conversion factors.
NOTICE: If more than one unit heater is to be served
by the same piping arrangement, the total cu. ft./hr.
input and length of pipe must be considered.
NOTICE: If the gas unit heater is to be fi red with LP
gas, consult your local LP gas dealer for pipe size
information.
NOTICE: HEATER INSTALLATION FOR USE WITH
PROPANE (BOTTLED) GAS MUST BE MADE BY
A QUALIFIED L.P. GAS DEALER OR INSTALLER.
HE/SHE WILL INSURE THAT PROPER JOINT
COMPOUNDS ARE USED FOR MAKING PIPE
CONNECTIONS; THAT AIR IS PURGED FROM
LINES; THAT A THOROUGH TEST IS MADE FOR
LEAKS BEFORE OPERATING THE HEATER; AND
THAT IT IS PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE
PROPANE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM.
Before any connection is made to the existing line
supplying other gas appliances, contact the local gas
company to make sure that the existing line is of adequate
size to handle the combined load.
Table 3 - Gas Pipe Size
Maximum Capacity of Pipe in Cubic Feet of Gas per Hour (Cubic Meters per Hour) for Gas Pressures of 0.5 psig (3.5 kPa) or Less,
and a Pressure Drop of 0.5 Inch Water Column (124.4 Pa)
(Based on a 0.60 Specifi c Gravity Gas)
Nominal
1. Determine the required Cu. Ft./Hr. by dividing the input by 1000. For SI/Metric measurements: Convert BTU/Hr. to kilowatts. Multiply the units
inputs (kW) by 0.0965 to determine Cu. Meters./Hr. 2. FOR NATURAL GAS: Select pipe size directly from the table. 3. FOR PROPANE GAS:
Multiply the Cu. Ft./Hr. value by 0.633; then, use the table. 4. Refer to the metric conversion factors listed in the General Safety section for SI Unit
measurement conversions.
7
PIPE INSTALLATION
1. Install the gas piping in accordance with applicable
local codes.
2. Check gas supply pressure. Each unit heater must
be connected to a manifold pressure and a gas
supply capable of supplying its full rated capacity
as specified in Table 4. A field LP tank regulator
must be used to limit the supply pressure to a
maximum of 14 in. W.C. (3.5 kPa). All piping should
be sized in accordance with the latest edition of
ANSI Standard Z223.1, National Fuel Gas Code;
in Canada, according to CGA B149. See Tables
1 & 3 for correct gas piping size. If gas pressure
is excessive on natural gas applications, install a
pressure regulating valve in the line upstream from
the main shutoff valve.
3. Adequately support the piping to prevent strain on
the gas manifold and controls.
4. To prevent the mixing of moisture with gas, run the
take-off piping from the top, or side, of the main.
5. Standard Unit Heaters, optional two-stage units are
supplied with a combination valve which includes:
a. Manual "A" valve
b. Manual "B" valve
c. Solenoid valve
d. Pressure regulator
Pipe directly into the combination valve (see Figure
4).
6. Gas valve has a pressure test post requiring a
3/32" hex head wrench to read gas supply and
manifold pressures. Open 1/4 turn counterclockwise
to read, turn clockwise to close and reseat. A 5/16"
ID hose fi ts the pressure post.
7. Provide a drip leg in the gas piping near the gas
unit heater. A ground joint union and a manual gas
shutoff valve should be installed ahead of the unit
heater controls to permit servicing. The manual
shutoff valve must be located external to the jacket
(See Figure 4).
8. Make certain that all connections have been
adequately doped and tightened.
Do not over tighten the inlet gas
piping into the valve. This may cause stresses that
will crack the valve!
Figure 4 - Pipe Installation, Standard Controls
Never use an open fl ame to detect
gas leaks. Explosive conditions may exist which
may result in personal injury or death!
The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of that system in excess of 1/2 psig
(3.5 kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to or less than
1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Table 4 - Gas Piping Requirements
SINGLE STAGE GAS PIPING REQUIREMENTS*
GasType Natural Gas Propane (LP) Gas
Manifold 3.5 in. W.C. 10.0 in. W.C.
Pressure (0.9 kPa) (2.5 kPa)
14.0 in. W.C. Max. 14.0 in. W.C. Max.
Supply Inlet (3.5 kPa) (3.5 kPa)
Pressure
(1.2 kPa) (2.7 kPa)
*For single stage application only at normal altitudes.
5.0 in. W.C. Min. 11.0 in W.C. Min.
NOTICE: Use pipe joint sealant resistant to the
action of liquefied petroleum gases regardless of
gas conducted.
Check all pipe joints for leakage
using a soap solution or other approved method.
Never use an open flame or severe personal
injury or death may occur!
8
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE!
DISCONNECT ALL ELECTRIC
POWER INCLUDING REMOTE
DISCONNECTS BEFORE
SERVICING. Failure to
disconnect power before
servicing can cause severe
personal injury or death.
Standard units are shipped for use on 115 volt, 60 hertz,
single phase electric power. The motor name-plate and
electrical rating of the transformer should be checked
before energizing the unit heater electrical system. All
external wiring must conform to the latest edition of
ANSI/NFPA No. 70, United States National Electrical
Code, and applicable local codes; in Canada, to the
Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA Standard C22.1.
Do not use any tools (i.e. screwdriver,
pliers, etc.) across terminals to check for power. Use
a voltmeter.
It is recommended that the electrical power supply to
each unit heater be provided by a separate, fused, and
permanently live electrical circuit. A disconnect switch of
suitable electrical rating should be located as close to
the gas valve and controls as possible. Each unit heater
must be electrically grounded in accordance with the
latest edition of the United States National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, or CSA Standard C22.1. Refer
to Figures 5a, 5b, 5c, 5d and 5e.
THERMOSTAT WIRING AND LOCATION:
NOTICE: The thermostat must be mounted on a
vertical, vibration-free surface, free from air currents,
and in accordance with the furnished instructions.
Mount the thermostat approximately 5 feet (1.5m) above
the floor, in an area where it will be exposed to a free
circulation of average temperature air. Always refer to
the thermostat instructions, as well as our unit wiring
diagram, and wire accordingly. Avoid mounting the
thermostat in the following locations:
1. Cold Areas - Outside walls or areas where drafts
may affect the operation of the control.
2. Hot Areas - Areas where the sun's rays, radiation,
or warm air currents may affect the operation of
the control.
3. Dead Areas - Areas where the air cannot circulate
freely, such as behind doors or in corners.
Figure 5a Low-voltage T
Thermostat Wiring
Single Stage
Figure 5b -
Low-voltage
Thermostat Wiring
Two Stage
Figure 5c T834H-1009 or
T834H-1017
Thermostat Wiring
Honeywell
T834H-1009
or
T834H-1017
Thermostat
WR
G
RGW1W2
D6922B
THERMOSTAT HEAT ANTICIPATOR ADJUSTMENTS:
The initial heat anticipator setpoint should equal the
thermostat's current amperage draw when the unit is
firing. This setpoint should be measured for the best
results. Use the recommended ranges for a guide. If
further information is needed, consult your thermostat
manufacturer's instructions.
Recommended heat anticipator settings:
Unit Size: 30 thru 200 250 thru 400
For Tubular Units: 0.35 Amps 0.65 Amps
NOTICE: The start-up fan delay should not exceed
30 seconds from a cold start.
IMPORTANT: For all wiring connections, refer to the
wiring diagram shipped with your unit (either affi xed
to the side jacket or enclosed in the installation
instructions envelope). Should any original wire
supplied with the heater have to be replaced, it
must be replaced with wiring material having a
temperature rating of at least 105° C.
Should any high limit wires have to be replaced,
they must be replaced with wiring material having a
temperature rating of 200° C minimum.
9
Loading...
+ 19 hidden pages
You need points to download manuals.
1 point = 1 manual.
You can buy points or you can get point for every manual you upload.