Gas-Fired Products 125-R User's Manual
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1. e See Cutaway Detail Figure 2 Filter Air Orifice Pilot 125 R Thermocouple Pilot Burner Gas Valve Knob Regulator 125 R Figure 1 Regulator 125 RN Orifice Pilot 125 RN Ignitor Combustion Chamber Thermocouple Burner Mounting Brace 4 Pilot Assembly Filter Gas Valve Gas Knob Manifold Figure 2 3 Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual GAS FIRED INFRA RED PORTABLE CONSTRUCTION HEATER MODELS 125 RN 125 R Frame Assembly Top Plate Combustion Chamber Mounting Bracket E TA p aig oh hh hh bets a p haaraan Ga ee O eter s p Wh k A Tit A Pe hk ERB LL Shere T3 Pilot Supply Tube Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER S MANUAL Model 125 R 125 RN iniversal A Scheu Company WARNING USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHERPARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH REPLACEMENT PARTSARE ONLY AVAILABLE DIRECT FROM THE FACTORY AND MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION PURCHASING Accessories may be purchased at any Scheu Products Co local dealer or direct from the factory FOR INFORMATION REGARDING SERVICE Please call Toll Free 888 619 7060 E Mail Address php scheuco com Our office hours are 7 00 AM 4 00 PM CT Monday through Friday Please include the model number date of purchase and desc2. CLEARANCESTO el SIDES BACK 125 000 VERTICAL 8 125RN 125 000 Tank size and tank temperature can directly affect BTU output CONTENTS Installation Instructions cccececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeneeens 3 LOCION eeren eean E E E E E A EE EAEEREN 3 PIDI erare e E E E OE AE EEEE 3 Odor Fading Warning cccccsccceeeceeceeeseeeaeeeeeneeeas 4 Operating Instructions ccc cccceeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeaeeeenees 5 Lighting and Shut Down ccccecccsseeceeeeeeeaeeeeneeeeeaes 5 Maintenance INStructions ccsecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeens 6 Replacement Parts List cccccccseceeeceeeeeeeeeeseeeees 7 Service and Parts Ordering Information 0cc0008 9 VERTICAL N FORYOURSAFETY Do not use this heater in a space where gasoline or other liquids having flammable vapors are stored or used The heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater under ANSI Z83 7 CGA2 14 2000 We cannot anticipate every use which may be made of our heaters CHECK WITH YOURLOCAL FIRE SAFETY AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONSABOUT APPLICATIONS Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products in specific applications Your local authority can advise you about these This appliance is intended to be used primarily for the heating of buildings under construction alteration or repair THE STATE OF CALIFORNIAREQUIRES THE FOLLOWING WARNING WARN
3. 7b To light the pilot move the lighting hole cover aside see Fig 1 and place a lighted match into the hole Depress the gas valve knob and hold while lighting and observing the pilot burner Ensure that the pilot burner ignites from the match Allow the pilot to burn approximately 30 seconds before releasing the gas 5 Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual valve knob If pilot does not remain lighted repeat the lighting operation allowing a longer period of time before releasing the gas valve knob NOTE In cases where long runs of gas supply lines have been installed ahead of the appliance it may be necessary to bleed trapped air out of the supply lines before lighting the pilot New installations generally require bleed of supply lines Wait a minimum of five minutes after bleeding the supply lines before attempting to light the heater Adjust pilot if necessary as noted under Pilot Burner Adjustment 8 Turn the gas valve knob counter clockwise to the ON position see Fig 1 The burner will light DO NOT operate the heater in any other than the full ON position 9 IMPORTANT DO NOT attempt to adjust the main burner input using the main gas supply valve for this may cause the pilot and thermocouple to shut down the burner Fig 2 Shut down instructions To turn the heater OFF For short periods of time turn the main burner off by rotating the gas valve knob clockwise to the PILOT po
4. Universal sxcowersmanvat A Scheu Company Model 125 R 125 RN READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Read and follow all instructions Place instructions in a safe place for future reference Do not allow anyone who has not read these instructions to assemble light adjust or operate the heater GAS FIREDINFRA RED PORTABLE CONSTRUCTION HEATER DO NOT LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED ORIN OPERATION WHILE SLEEPING CYLINDER NOT INCLUDED AX GENERAL HAZARD WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONSAND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE EXPLOSION BURN ASPHYXIATION CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING AND OR ELECTRICALSHOCK ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERS TANDAND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR SERVICE THISHEATER IF YOU NEEDASSIS TANCE OR HEATER INFORMATION SUCHAS INSTRUCTION MANUALS LABELS ETC CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER N WARNING FIRE BURN INHALATIONAND EXPLOSION HAZARD KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES SUCHAS BUILDING MATERIALS PAPER OR CARDBOARDASAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATERAS RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUCTIONS NEVER USE THE HEATERIN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE ORAIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES OR PRODUCTS SUCHAS GASOLINE SOLVENTS PAINT THINNER DUST PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS AX WARNING NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE 04 03 Revision L1 18666 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NO cccecceeeeeee eee es 125 R
5. ING Combustion by products produced when using this product contain carbon monoxide a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm 2 Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Read and adhere to these instructions DO NOT allow anyone who has not read these instructions to assemble light adjust or operate this heater DO NOT attempt to operate the heater with any gas other than that indicated on the heater nameplate For the U S and or Canada the installation of this appliance must comply with local and or Provincial codes or in the absence of these codes e With the U S National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 Latest Edition for Natural and LP Gas operation Models 125 RN 125 R and with the U S Standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI NFPA 58 for LP Gas operation Model 125 R or e with the current Canadian CAN CGA B149 1 AND B149 2 INSTALLATION CODES This heater including hose and regulator assembly if applicable must be inspected before each use and at least annually by a qualified service person If the hose for Model 125 R shows evidence of excessive abrasion or wear or if the hose is cut it must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer See the
6. PERATING OR WHILE IT IS STILL HOT Turn the heater off and wait until it has completely cooled at least 20minutes before cleaning Clean the outside of the heater using a damp cloth DO NOT clean the heater by spraying water on it Wipe the outside of the heater off with a dry cloth after cleaning Clean the inside of the heater using compressed air Blow air back and forth along all inside surfaces until all dust has been dislodged Clean the orifice of each burner with a 69 drill bit for LP Gas Clean the orifice manually by hand DO NOT use power drill Clean the thermocouple lead DO NOT operate this heater if any part has been under water Call a qualified service person to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system or gas control valve which has been under water This heater must be inspected at least annually by a qualified service person A N WARNING Do not exceed 72 PSI gas pressure to appliance gas control valve 6 Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 125 R 125 RN BACH FA JR FAR JRUERING INFORMATION eee oO DE OE Combustion E af SE amp amp t Chamber 4 E atete Manual Control Valve Y 7 Y fF a eS atat gt e Protective Screen 4 4 na gt 4 c e T k Pd Filter Diffuser E ar 3 gi a pr e pma ee r
7. ce people must repair any leaks check for further leakages and then relight the appliance for you ODOR FADING NO ODOR DETECTED e Some people cannot smell well Some people cannot smell The odorant in propane LP gas and natural gas is the odor of the man made chemical added to propane LP colorless and the intensity of its odor can fade under or natural gas You must determine if you can smell the some circumstances odorant in these fuel gases e If there is an underground leak the movement of gas e Learn to recognize the odor of propane LP gas and natural through the soil can filter the odorant gas Local propane LP gas dealers will be more than e Propane LP gas odor may differ in intensity at different happy to give you a scratch and sniff pamphlet Use it to levels Since Propane LP gas is heavier than air there become familiar with the fuel gas odor may be more odor at lower levels e Smoking can decrease your ability to smell Being around e Always be sensitive to the slightest gas odor If you an odor for a period of time can affect your sensitivity to that continue to detect any gas odor no matter how small treat it particular odor Odors present in animal confinement as a serious leak Immediately go into action as discussed buildings can mask fuel gas odor previously ATTENTION CRITICAL POINTS TO REMEMBER e Propane LP gas has a distinctive odor Learn to recognize e A periodic sniff test around the heater or a
8. e 125RN GAS TYPE eneenasnennceueanuan LP Gas Natual Gas MAX INLET PRESSURE 14 IN W C 14 IN W C MIN INLET PRESSURE 13 5 IN W C 7 IN W C MANIFOLD PRESSURE 12 5 IN W C 6 IN W C AX WARNING DO NOT EXCEED psi 14 w c GAS PRESSURE TOTHEGASCONTROL VALVE VENTILATION N WARNING THIS APPLIANCE IS UNVENTED AND MUST BE USED ONLY INAWELLVENTILATEDAREA The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed DO NOT use in a tightly enclosed area Any combustion process requires and consumes oxygen and may produce carbon monoxide This heater must be operated with adequate ventilation Two openings directly to the outdoors must be provided one low and one high preferably on opposite sides of the area to be heated Each of these openings must provide at least three square inches of combustion air intake area and exhaust outlet area for every 1000 BTUs per hour of heater input rate in order to complete the combustion ventilation process Provide additional ventilation for any additional fuel burning appliances and or additional occupants CLEARANCE Minimum clearances to combustible materials Do not exceed the gas supply pressures shown on rating plates The maximum inlet gas supply pressures and minimum inlet supply pressures for purposes of input adjustment for LP Gas and Natural gas are shown as follows BTU HRRATING MODEL NO ay ae NORMAL OPERATING C o
9. ed for gas leaks Apply a small amount of a mild soap and water solution to all fittings and connections and observe for escaping bubbles If any leaks are detected shut off the gas supply to the appliance immediately Wait a minimum of five minutes repair the leak s and retest for leakage Dry all fittings and connections after leak testing N WARNING NEVER USE AFLAME FOR GAS LEAK TESTING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AN WARNING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY AFIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE N CAUTION THISAPPLIANCE IS HOT DURING NORMAL OPERATION AVOID PHYSICAL CONTACT N CAUTION DO NOT PLACE CLOTHING OROTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ON THIS APPLIANCE DO NOT MOVE OR HANDLE HEATER DURING OPERATION OR UNTIL COMPLETELY COOL DO NOT operate this heater if any part has been under water Call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system or gas control valve which has been under water This appliance must be installed and operated only in locations where the potential for physical damage to the appliance is reduced to a minimum The owner operator of this appliance must ensure that precautions are taken to protect the appliance from physical damage LIGHTING AND SHUT DOWN Lighting the Heater 1 Before attempting the light the heater smell all around the heater area for gas Be sure t
10. ing used carbon monoxide poisoning can include headaches e Refer to the specification section of the heater s manual dizziness and difficulty in breathing FUEL GAS ODOR LP gas and natural gas have man made odorants added specifically for detection of fuel gas leaks If a gas leak occurs you should be able to smell the fuel gas Since Propane LP is heavier than air you should smell for the gas odor low to the floor ANY GAS ODOR IS YOUR SIGNAL TO GO INTO IMMEDIATE ACTION e Do not take any action that could ignite the fuel gas Do not areas When you have reason to suspect a propane leak operate any electrical switches Do not pull any power keep out of all low areas supply or extension cords Do not light matches or any other e Use your neighbor s phone and call your fuel gas supplier source of flame Do not use your telephone and your fire department Do not re enter the building or e Get everyone out of the building and away from the area area immediately e Stay out of the building and away from the area until e Close all propane LP gas tank or cylinder fuel supply declared safe by the firefighters and your fuel gas supplier valves or the main fuel supply valve located at the meter if e FINALLY let the fuel gas service person and the firefighters you use natural gas check for escaped gas Have them air out the building and e Propane LP gas is heavier than air and may settle in low area before you return Properly trained servi
11. it may be connected to a permanently installed LP Gas supply system If connected to a self contained LP Gas supply system the hose assembly must be inspected prior to each use of the heater If it is evident that there is excessive abrasion or wear or if the hose is cut it must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation If connected to a self contained LP Gas supply system the cylinder must have no less than a minimum capacity of 20 pounds and no more than a maximum capacity of 100 pounds of LP Gas DO NOT connect this appliance to a cylinder having less than a nominal 20 pounds capacity of LP Gas DO NOT connect this appliance to more than one 1 100 pound cylinder N WARNING NEVERUSEAFORKLIFT TRUCK TYPE CYLINDER The connection of Model 125 R to an LP Gas cylinder must be made in a well ventilated area using the regulator and hose assembly supplied with the appliance DO NOT attempt to adjust this regulator It has been preset at the factory to provide safe and proper operation of the appliance Use a 7 8 open end wrench to connect the POL fitting Supplied with the LP regulator to the LP Gas cylinder Turn the POL nut in a counter clockwise direction left hand thread until tight DO NOT use pipe compound on POL threads The heater must be located at least six feet away from any LP Gas cylinder and must not be directed toward any LP Gas cylinder within 20 feet If more than one heater is used they a
12. nd the supply cylinders must be separated by at least 20 feet The gas supply must be turned off at the LP Gas supply cylinder when the heater is not in use When the heater is to be stored indoors the connection between the LP Gas supply cylinder and the heater must be disconnected and the cylinder removed from the heater and stored in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI NFPA 58 U S OR CAN CGAB149 2 Canada If connected to a permanently installed LP Gas supply system the system requires the use of a two stage gas regulator assembly which is normally provided by your LP Gas dealer as part of the LP Gas supply system Consult with your local LP Gas dealer for details concerning proper equipment and installation G Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual ODOR FADE WARNING warninc heater dataplate or contact the Scheu Products Company to Asphyxiation Hazard determine combustion air ventilation requirements of the e Do not use this heater for heating human living quarters heater Do not use in unventilated areas e Lack of proper ventilation air will lead to improper e The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be combustion obstructed e Improper combustion can lead to carbon monoxide e Proper ventilation air must be provided to support the poisoning leading to serious injury or death Symptom of combustion air requirements of the heater be
13. o smell next to the floor because LP Gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor Turn on the gas supply to the appliance and check all fittings and connections for gas leaks using a mild soap and water solution Read enclosed Odor Fade and Propane Sheet for additional information about detecting propane leaks NEVER use a match to check for gas leaks Should a gas leak occur shut off the gas supply to the appliance immediately Wait a minimum of five minutes before repairing the leak 2 Use only the fuel intended for this appliance Check the appliance rating plate for the correct fuel information 3 Turn the gas valve knob clockwise to the OFF position See Fig 1 and Fig 2 for location of appliance parts 4 Wait a sufficient length of time at least five minutes to allow gas which may have accumulated in burner compartment to escape 5 Turnon the main gas supply Turn the gas valve knob counter clockwise to the PILOT position see Fig 1 a Depress and turn Control Knob counterclockwise to Pilot position and hold for 1 2 minutes This may take longer to purge air from the supply hose depending on the length of the hose being used Depress red spark ignition button to light pilot flame repeat until pilot lights and continue to hold Control Knob at Pilot positionfor 30 60 seconds to enable Pilot Light Safety System Fully turn Control Knob to Hi position to light burner or
14. parts list LOCATION The heater and LP Gas supply cylinder if applicable must be located on a hard flat level surface to minimize the risk of accidental tipping If an LP Gas supply cylinder is used i e with Model 125 R the cylinder should be adequately restrained to prevent accidental tipping DO NOT operate this heater with the supply cylinder in any other than the upright position This appliance must be installed only in locations where the potential for physical damage to the appliance i e due to physical contact is reduced to a minimum The installer must inform the owner operator of this appliance that precautions must be taken to protect the appliance from physical damage This appliance produces radiant heat Therefore it must be located at least six feet away from any LP Gascontainerand ust not be directed toward any LP Gas container within 20 feet Due to high surface and exhaust temperatures adults and children must observe clearances to avoid burns or clothing ignition The heater must be installed in a location such that it will not be exposed directly to water spray rain and or dripping water Use of this heater in a draft windy area decreases its efficiency If possible operate the unit in a draft free area PIPING For Model 125 R for use with LP Gas This model may be connected to a self contained LP Gas supply system using the hose and regulator assembly supplied with the appliance OR
15. ription of problem in all communication WARRANTY Gas Fired Infra Red Portable Construction Heater 125 RN amp 125 R Scheu Products Co warrants that Infra Red Heaters manufactured and sold will be free from defects in material and workmanship Parts assemblies controls etc furnished by Scheu Products Co will carry a one 1 year warranty on the applicable warranties of the suppliers The sole responsibility of Scheu Products Co under this warranty shall be to replace or repair any part for which a written claim is made to Scheu Products Co within the time limit of this warranty which is returned upon request to Scheu Products Co F O B Rancho Cucamonga CA or F O B an Scheu Products Co authorized service facility and which is proved to be defective upon inspection by Scheu Products Co This warranty shall not apply to any part or product which has been subjected to misuse or neglect damaged by accident or rendered defective by reason of improper installation THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED and of any other responsibility of Scheu Products Co for parts or products sold by Scheu Products Co including consequential or special damages Scheu Products Co reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice or obligation in colors specifications accessories materials and models ANSI Z83 7 CGA 2 14 2000 9 Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual
16. sition e For extended periods of non use turn the appliance completely off by rotating the gas valve knob clockwise to the PILOT position depress the knob slightly then rotate the knob fully clockwise to the OFF position Note For Model 125 R also turn off the gas supply cylinder Pilot burner adjustment 1 Remove the pilot adjustment cap The pilot adjustment cap is a slotted screw located in front of the Pilot designation stamped on top of valve body just below the gas valve knob 2 Adjust the pilot key to provide properly sized flame Rotate the key clockwise to decrease or counter clockwise to increase flame 3 Replace the pilot adjustment cap MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This heater including hose and regulator assembly if applicable must be inspected before each use If the hose for the Model 125 R shows evidence of excessive abrasion or wear or if the hose is cut it must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer See the parts list The appliance area must be kept free and clear of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids at all times The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed Cleaning the heater Periodically the heater must be cleaned of all dirt and dust particles AX DANGER DONOTATTEMPTTO CLEAN THE HEATER WHILE IT IS O
17. t the heater s these odors Reference Fuel Gas Odor and Odor Fading joints i e hose connections etc is a good safety practice sections above under any conditions If you smell even a small amount of e Even If you are not property trained in the service and repair gas CONTACT YOUR FUEL GAS SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY of the heater ALWAYS be consciously aware of the odors of DO NOT WAIT propane LP gas and natural gas e If you have not been properly trained in repair and service of propane LP gas then do not attempt to light heater perform service or repairs or make any adjustments to the heater on the propane LP gas fuel system 4 Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual For Model 125 RN for use with natural gas Piping must be clean and free from scale or burrs bkd Install regulator supplied with heater Connect with 1 2 NPT nipple not included to Control Valve Connect the appliance to an appropriately designed and installed fuel supply system This system must include an approved manual shut off valve which is readily accessible and is located within six 6 feet of the appliance Additionally a sediment trap or drip leg must be located upstream of this manual shut off valve Refer to the appropriate natural gas installation code noted above If a flexible connector is used it must be of an approved type Before attempting to ignite the appliance all gas fittings and connections must be thoroughly check
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