SunFire SF-150 User Manual
RADIANT HEATERS
SUNFIRE
OPERATING MANUAL
MODEL: SF-150
SUNFIRE 150 PORTABLE RADIANT HEATER
PUBLICATION DATE: 11/14/16 MANUAL PART# 43212 Rev. A.6
Important: Read this entire manual carefully before operating or performing any maintenance on this Radiant Heater.
Misuse may result in serious of fatal injuries due to burns, re, explosion, electrical shock, or asphyxiation from carbon
monoxide.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE: A Special Bulletin (which appears just after the Table of Contents) has been added to
your manual to highlight important information about the adjustment and operation of your
Radiant Heater. Be sure to read this sheet before beginning any procedures in this manual.
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................... 1-1
Guide to this Manual & Safety Notications ............................................................................... 1-1
Specications and Clearances ....................................................................................................... 1-2
Warranty Information ................................................................................................................... 1-3
Special Safety Bulletin ................................................................................................................. 1-4
SECTION 2: OPERATION ................................................................................................................... 2-1
Radiant Heater Operation .............................................................................................................. 2-1
Main Controls Overview .............................................................................................................. 2-2
SECTION 3: MAINTAINING THE RADIANT HEATER ............................................................... 3-1
Removing and Installing Head Assembly .................................................................................... 3-1
Air Band Adjustment .................................................................................................................... 3-4
Burner Flame Adjustment ............................................................................................................. 3-4
Annual Maintenance and Service ................................................................................................. 3-6
Cleaning the Blower ..................................................................................................................... 3-6
Replacing the Blower Motor or Wheel ........................................................................................ 3-6
Motor Maintenance ....................................................................................................................... 3-7
Tank Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 3-7
Ceramic Fiber Removal ................................................................................................................ 3-7
NIOSH First Aid Procedures ........................................................................................................ 3-7
APPENDIX A ........................................................................................................................................ A-1
Complete Radiant Heater Wiring Diagram .................................................................................. A-1
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... A-2
User's Manual: Radiant Heater
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
Guide to this Manual
IMPORTANT! This manual provides all the instructions necessary to safely use the Sunre
Radiant Heater. Please refer to this manual for instructions on operating and maintaining your
Sunre Radiant Heater.
Consult the Table of Contents for a detailed list of topics covered in this manual. You'll nd the stepby-step procedures easy to follow and understand. Should questions arise, please contact your Sunre
dealer before starting any of the procedures in this manual.
Please read all sections in this manual carefully--including the following safety information--before
beginning any installation procedures; doing so ensures your safety and the optimal performance of
your Sunre Radiant Heater
FOR YOUR SAFETY...
For your safety, documentation may contain the
following types of safety statements (listed here in
order of increasing intensity):
• NOTE: A clarication of previous
information or additional pertinent
information.
• ATTENTION: A safety statement
indicating that potential equipment damage
may occur if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION: A safety statement
that reminds of safety practices or directs
attention to unsafe practices which could
result in personal injury if proper
precautions are not taken.
WARNING: A strong safety
statement indicating that a hazard exists
which can result in injury or death if proper
precautions are not taken.
DANGER! The utmost levels of
safety must be observed; an extreme hazard
exists which would result in high probability
of death or irreparable serious personal
injury if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING!
STOP
YOUR SAFETY IS AT STAKE!
DO NOT INSTALL, OPERATE, OR
MAINTAIN THIS EQUIPMENT
WITHOUT FIRST READING
AND UNDERSTANDING
THIS MANUAL!
IMPORTANT! Review the list of general safety
precautions provided in your Radiant Heater
Operator's Manual. These precautions must be heeded
to ensure proper, safe operation.
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SPECIFICATIONS & CLEARANCES
Model SF-150
Manufacturer
Clean Burn, LLC
Janesville WI
Listed Fuel
NO. 2 Fuel Oil
Input Rating W/No. 2 oil GPH
High 1.10
Low 0.97
Minimum Installation Clearance to Combustible Surfaces
Front 72"
Right Side 36"
Left Side 36"
Above N/A
Back N/A
Below N/A - For use on non-combustible ooring only
The designated clearances are the minimum required to avoid overheating; Additional
clearances may be needed for accessibility.
Electrical Rating
120V 2A 60HZ
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 US G
Weight
195 LBS Empty
320 LBS Full
Air Band Setting
1.25
Nozzle
.85 x 45A
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Clean Burn, LLC warrants that it's Radiant Heaters and component parts will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of purchase when properly installed, operated, and maintained in
accordance with the installation and maintenance instructions, safety guides and labels contained with each unit. If any
component proves defective in either material or workmanship during the limited warranty period, Clean Burn, LLC, at its
option, may repair the defective part or equipment or replace the equipment or relevant parts. Proof of purchase and warranty
qualication must be established at time of all returns and exchanges.
BILL OF SALE: A copy of the bill of sale must be provided at time of return.
CLAIM PROCEDURE: All claims are to be submitted to your Sunre Dealer.
This limited warranty does not apply to heater, component or replacement part damage resulting from incorrect installation,
misuse, abuse, accident, act of God, neglect, mishandling, contaminated fuel, modication, incorrect environments, or
wear from ordinary use. The warranty set forth above is the exclusive warranty provided by Clean Burn, LLC and all other
warranties, including any implied warranties or merchantability or tness for a particular purpose, are expressly disclaimed.
In the event any implied warranty is not hereby effectively disclaimed due to operation of law, such implied warranty is
limited in duration to the duration of the applicable warranty stated above. The remedies set forth above are the sole and
exclusive remedies available hereunder. Clean Burn, LLC will not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
directly or indirectly related to the sales, handling or use of the equipment, and in any event Clean Burn, LLC in connection
with the equipment, including for claims based on negligence or strict liability, is limited to the purchase price. Some states
do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
TRADEMARKS
The Sunre logo is a trademark of Clean Burn, LLC. All other brand or product names mentioned are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.
COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2016 Clean Burn, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, or distributed
without the prior written permission of Clean Burn, LLC. Subject to change without notice.
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SPECIAL SAFETY BULLETIN
IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY GUIDELINES
DANGER:
Carbon monoxide asphyxiation can be fatal.
CARBON MONOXIDE ASPHYXIATION:
The rst symptoms of carbon monoxide asphyxiation are similar to that of the u, headaches, dizziness
and/or nausea. These symptoms could be caused by the malfunction of the Radiant Heater. In this case
go outside immediately. Have the Radiant Heater repaired. Then you may start it again. Some people
are more affected by the effects of carbon monoxide than others, especially pregnant women, those
who suffer from heart or lung disease or people with anemia; also those who have consumed alcoholic
beverages, and those who are at high altitudes. Be sure to read and understand all of the warnings. Save
this manual for future reference: it will provide you with instructions to operate your radiant heater
safely and correctly.
USE ONLY NO. 2 FUEL OIL, OR DIESEL:
To diminish the risk of re or explosion. Never use gasoline, crankcase drainings, naphtha, paint
thinners, alcohol or other highly ammable materials.
FILLING THE TANK
a. The person lling the tank should be qualied and completely familiar with the factory instructions
for the operation of the radiant heater.
b. Use only the type of fuel expressly specied on the identication plate located on the Radiant Heater.
c. Before lling the tank, extinguish all of the ames, including the radiant heater and wait for the
radiant heater to cool down.
d. While lling the tank inspect all of the fuel lines and their junctions to check for fuel losses. Any
losses must be repaired before starting the radiant heater again.
e. All of the fuel tanks should be located a minimum safety distance from the heater, (like current
government regulation), as well as oxyhydrogen blowpipe/ torches, welding equipment and similar
ignition sources (with the exception of the fuel tank incorporated in the Radiant Heater).
f. The fuel should be stored in areas where the ooring will not soak up any fuel spills or any drips of
fuel line, the ame underneath that could cause a re.
g. All fuel storage must be stored in compliance with the current regulations.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES CONT...
GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES
NOTICE: The installation of the unit shall be in accordance with the regulations of the
authorities having jurisdiction.
• Never use the Radiant Heater in rooms where aerosol cans, gasoline, and paint thinner, or other
highly ammable materials are located.
• While the heater is in use follow all of the local codes.
• Heaters used close to large pieces of fabric, curtains or other similar materials must be situated at a
safe distance from those objects.
• For use in well ventilated areas only.
• Supply the Radiant Heater with the proper voltage as specied on the identication plate.
• Use only extension cords with three wires correctly connected to a grounded plug.
• The minimum safety distance is the distance required by local code.
• Place the Radiant Heater in a position so that when it is hot or in use it will be on a stable and level
surface, so that you avoid starting a re.
• When you move or store the Radiant Heater, maintain it in a level position in order to avoid fuel
loss.
• Keep children and animals away from the Radiant Heater.
• Disconnect the Radiant Heater when it is not in use.
• When it is controlled by another device (like a thermostat or a timer), the heater could turn itself on
at any time.
• Never place the Radiant Heater in unoccupied rooms.
• Never use for this radiant heater for a residential application.
• Never block vents.
• When the heater is hot, and connected to the power supply it should never be moved, handled, or
relled and no maintenance should be performed on it.
• Smoke that is produced from the rst combustion is due to the evaporation of organic materials
(ceramic) present in the combustion tank and anti-corrosion oil present on the surface of the burner.
After a few minutes this will stop.
• The operating temperature is -20°F to +80°F
• WARNING: This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your
protection against electric shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a grounded
three-prong receptacle
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