Empire Comfort Systems SR-10T-3 User's Manual
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1. IL 62220 618 233 7420 800 851 3153 gt FAX 618 233 7097 800 443 8648 info empirecomfort com www empirecomfort com Page 24 16941 5 09072. N 2 N N 2 EZ N N FLOOR Figure 6 SR 30T 1694 1 5 0907 Page 9 WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION Refer to Figures 7 8 and 9 for measurements in order to locate 4 mounting holes on wall Figures 7 8 and 9 are the front views 4 1 8 of the heaters 1 Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws e 1 8 2 2 Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws ars ad V 51 3 Remove upper louver from casing assembly 2 screws 28mm n mum 300 23 mm 7 13 16 198 OUTLINE OF 3 32 2 2 CASING 28 mm 1 T 51 18 7 8 22 i 1 479 559 mm 4 j o DS A 18 7 8 22 102 2 51 479 mm 559 j FLOOR QUTLINE OF OUTER CASING MOUNTING HOLE LOCATIONS VIEWED FROM FRONT OF HEATER 4 1 32 MIN 2 MIN Figure 9 SR 30T i FLOOR i On Solid Wall 1 After locating mounting holes attach 4 10 x 1 25mm screws provided into the wall Do not completely tighten screwheads to the wall leave a 1 8 3mm gap between screwheads and wall 2 Mount heater onto the 4 screwheads and complete tightening screwheads into the wall Attention Use the following steps to properly align the upper louver and the reflector with the heat shield MOUNTING HOLE LOCATIONS VIEWED FROM FRONT OF HEATER Figure 7 SR
3. EMPIRE Heating Systems ARBUZ PAT DD Installer Leave this manual with the appli ance Consumer Retain this manual for future refer ence WARNING If the information in these instruc tions are not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flamma ble vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas suppli er s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER S MANUAL UNVENTED ROOM HEATER MODELS SR 10T 3 SR 18T 3 SR 30T 3 This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is installed Provisions foradequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to page 6 WARNING If not installed operated and main tained in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions this product could expose you to substances in fuel or from fuel combustion which can cause death or serious illness WATER VAPOR A BY PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROO
4. NAT ONLY 13347 CASING SIDE ASSEMBLY LEFT 2 SR 180 CASING BACK INCLUDES ITEMS 16 amp 17 3 R2313 PIEZO IGNITOR 16 R 6310 PILOT THERMOCOUPLE 4 SR 008 CASING SIDE ASSEMBLY RIGHT i SPARK IGNITOR 5 SR 113 VALVE BRACKET 18 SR 179 PILOT BRACKET NAT 6 R 6563 GAS VALVE SIT 18 SR 032 PILOT BRACKET LPG 7 12438 TUBING GAS VALVE TO BURNER 13 zs ORIFICE SHIELD 8 12437 TUBING INLET REGULATOR TO GAS 20 162305 CHROME GRILL VALVE 21 SR 134 CASING LOUVER 2 REQUIRED 9 10753 INLET REGULATOR BRACKET 22 SEIN REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 10 R 5097 INLET REGULATOR NAT 23 HEAT SHIELD 10 R 5098 INLET REGULATOR LPG a R513232 BULB CLIP i SR 158 TUBING GAS VALVE TO PILOT 25 SR 154 OPTIONAL SRS 10 FLOOR STAND KIT 12 R 2314 ORIFICE HOLDER NS Be IGNITOR WIRE 13 R 2317 MAIN BURNER ORIFICE NAT NS SR 216 HARDWARE PACKAGE 13 R 2476 MAIN BURNER ORIFICE LPG 14 R 2331 BURNER 15 R 6308 PILOT ASSEMBLY LPG ONLY INCLUDES ITEMS 16 amp 17 Page 16 1694 1 5 0907 PARTS LIST SR 18T SR 30T PLEASE NOTE When ordering parts it is very important that part number and description of part coincide INDEX PART INDEX PART NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION 1 13348 CASING SIDE ASSEMBLY LEFT 1 13348 CASING SIDE ASSEMBLY LEFT 2 SR 090 CASING BACK 2 SR 041 CASING BACK 3 R 2313 PIEZO IGNITOR 3 R 2313 PIEZO IGNITOR 4 SR 008 CASING SIDE ASSEMBLY RIGHT 4 SR 008 CASING SIDE ASSEMBLY RIGHT 5 SR 113 VALVE BRACKET 5 S
5. pilot is lit or use a match to light pilot Continue to hold the control knob in for about one 1 minute after the pilot is lit Release knob and it will pop back up Pilot should remain lit If it goes out repeat steps 4 through 8 If knob does not pop up when released stop and imme diately call your service technician or gas supplier Ifthe pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier Attention Gas control has an INTERLOCK latching device When the pilot is initially lit and the safety magnet is ener gized pilot stays ON the INTERLOCK latching device becomes operative If the gas control is turned to the position or gas flow to the appliance 1 shut off the pilot cannot be relighted until the safety magnet 15 de energized approximately 60 seconds There will be an audible click when the safety magnet in the gas control is de energized Pilot can now be relighted Repeat steps 4 through 8 Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to Turn on all electric power to appliance if applicable Setthermostat gas control knob to desired setting from HI to LO 10 TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE EE l 2 Set thermostat gas control knob to lowest setting Turn off all electric power to appliance if service is to be performed if applicable Page 12 3 Push in gas contr
6. reverse order check for gas leaks at all gas connections before lower louver is replaced onto casing assembly AN Jc poc s WARNING Unplugging of blower accessory will not stop the heater from cycling To turn offgas to the unvented heater Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF Do not force Page 22 FAN CONTROL SWITCH SPT 3 CORD SET BLACK SMOOTH BLOWER ASSEMBLY BLACK RIBBED INSULA INSULATIO ITE WH Ifany ofthe original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced it must replaced with type 125 C wire or its equivalent WHITE BLACK _ BLAC BLACK MOTOR e e FAN CONTROL m SWITCH ea 2 ce 5 GREEN GROUND 5 ind NEUTRAL SPT 3 CORD HOT PARTS LIST INDEX PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 2396 BLOWER INCLUDES MOTOR FAN AND FAN HOUSING 2 R 2503 FAN CONTROL 3 R 2395 WIRE ASSEMBLY 4 8720161 BUSHING HEYCO ZSR5KNA 5 VF 068 CORD SET ASSEMBLY 6 SR 196 BLOWER PAN SR 18T 6 SR 198 BLOWER PAN SR 30T 7 8520141 RUBBER GROMMET 4 REQUIRED 8 8520142 BRASS BUSHING 4 REQUIRED NOTSHOWN SR 219 HARDWARE PACKAGE 16941 5 0907 SERVICE NOTES 16941 5 0907 Page 23 Ty Empire Comfort Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave
7. supply at the higher levels will be less than that at the heater In this type of application a fan to circulate the structure air will minimize this effect The use of this fan will also im prove the comfort level in the structure When a fan is used to circulate air it should be located so that the air flow is not directed at the burner Page 3 SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP GAS Propane LP Gas is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions In its natural state propane is odorless and colorless You may not know all the following safety precau tions which can protect both you and your family from an accident Read them carefully now then review them point by point with the members of your household Someday when there may not bea minute to lose everyone s safety will depend on knowing exactly what to do If after reading the following information you feel you still need more information please contact your gas supplier LP GAS WARNING ODOR If a gas leak happens you should be able to smell the gas because of the odorant put in the LP Gas That s your signal to go into immediate action Do not operate electric switches light matches use your phone Do not do anything that could ignite the gas Get everyone out of the building vehicle trailer or area Do that IMMEDIATELY Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves LP Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas such as basements When
8. 0 F 32 22 C respectively This is the temperature at the hydraulic thermostat bulb not the room temperature The owner is advised to determine the particular heat setting that is desired for comfort as heating requirements are different for every owner Attention If the owner does not want the main burner to ignite and turns the gas control knob to the LO setting the main burner will still ignite if the temperature at the hydraulic thermostat bulb drops to 55 F 12 78 C If no heat is desired turn the gas control knob to the PILOT posi tion Main Burner Operation Description of Gas Control Knob OFF position PILOT position LO HI will allow the hydraulic thermostat bulb to cycle the heater ON and OFF 16941 5 0907 APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE Removing Pilot Thermocouple From Main Burner Assembly Attention The thermocouple CAN NOT bereplacedas an individual item You must order a new pilot when replacing thermocouple p Turn OFF gas supply to the heater 2 Turn OFF electrical supply to the heater if optional blower is installed in heater Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws Disconnect pilot tubing from pilot see Figure 14 Page 14 Grasp nut A with a wrench when removing nut B with a second wrench Remove pilot from pilot bracket 2 screws Remove thermocouple lead from gas valve As parts are being replaced in reverse order c
9. 10T be 18 eee on al a When replacing upper louver be sure the bottom lip of 356mm upper louver goes behind the heat shield M b When replacing reflector be sure the top of reflector Zn goes in front of the heat shield 3 Connect the gas line On Sheet Rock Wall OUTER CASING 1 After locating mounting holes drill 4 5 16 8mm diameter 18 7 8 22 559mm holes into the wall 479mm 2 Insert 4 plastic expansion anchors provided into the holes 3 Tighten 4 10 x 1 25mm screws provided into the plastic expansion anchors Do not completely tighten screwheads to n the plastic expansion anchors leavea 1 8 3mm gap between 4 1 32 2 32 52mm screwheads and plastic expansion anchors Aula Sine MIN 61mm MOUNTING HOLE LOCATIONS VIEWED FROM FRONT OF HEATER Figure 8 SR 18T Page 10 1694 1 5 0907 4 Mount heater onto the 4 screwheads and complete tightening the screwheads to the plastic expansion anchors Attention Use the following steps to properly align the upper louver and the reflector with the heat shield a When replacing upper louver be sure the bottom lip of upper louver goes behind the heat shield b When replacing reflector be sure the top lip of reflector goes in front of the heat shield 5 Connect the gas line Figure 10 OPTIONAL FLOOR STAND INSTALLATION 1 Align clearance holes on floor stand with sc
10. IEW SR 18T 1 S OR i un i 25 19 E bo 16941 5 0907 Page 19 PARTS VIEW SR 30T cs 3 4 7 4 Page 20 16941 5 0907 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SRB 18T and SRB 30T for Unvented Room Heaters SR 18T and SR 30T INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER SRB 18T OR SRB 30T Ifheater is installed onto the wall in order to install the optional blower the heater must be removed from the wall If heater is installed on optional floor stand there is adequate access area available to install the optional blower Turn OFF gas supply to the heater Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws Remove upper louver from casing assembly 2 screws Insert the fan control wires and the upper portion of the fan control through the 3 4 19mm diameter hole on the bottom side of the top heat shield The fan control wires will enter into the top portion of the heater and the fan control disc will be facing the ceramic plaques Attach fan control to the bottom side of the top heat shield with 2 screws provided with the optional blower 6 Route cord set through 9 16 14mm diameter hole on casing as sembly back Insert approximately 3 76mm of cord set into casing assembly back 7 When you are facing the front of the heater position the optional blower assembly o
11. M HEATERS Water vapor is a by product of gas combustion An unvented room heater produces approximately one 1 ounce 30ml of water for every 1 000 BTU s 3KW s of gas input per hour Refer to page 6 Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION Important Safety Information Safety Information for Users of LP Gas Introduction Specifications Water Vapor A By Product of Unvented Room Heaters Provisions for Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air Gas Supply SR 10T Clearances SR 18T Clearances SR 30T Clearances Wall Mount Installation Optional Floor Stand Installation Lighting Instructions Main Burner Flame Characteristics Pilot Flame Characteristics Thermostat Operation Appliance Maintenance Troubleshooting How to Order Repair Parts SR 10T Parts List SR 18T and SR 30T Parts List SR 10T Parts View SR 18T Parts View SR 30T Parts View Optional Blower Installation Instructions Service Notes Page 2 1694 1 5 0907 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT FRONT PANEL INSTALLED An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 6 000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 10 000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom Dueto high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Chi
12. OR BRACKET 23 R 2304 CHROME GRILL 22 R 5097 INLET REGULATOR NAT 24 SR 076 CASING LOUVER 2 REQUIRED 22 R 5098 INLET REGULATOR LPG 25 SR 070 REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 23 SR 054 TUBING GAS VALVE TO PILOT 26 SR 077 HEAT SHIELD 24 R 2303 CHROME GRILL 27 R 1992 BULB CLIP 25 SR 017 CASING LOUVER 2 REQUIRED 28 SR 120 OPTIONAL SRS 18 FLOOR STAND KIT 26 SR 009 REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY 29 SR 122 OPTIONAL SRB 18T BLOWER KIT 27 SR 018 HEAT SHIELD INCLUDES 30 THROUGH 37 28 R 1992 BULB CLIP 30 R 1454 BRASS BUSHING 4 REQUIRED 29 SR 115 OPTIONAL SRS 30 FLOOR STAND KIT 31 1499 RUBBER 4 REQUIRED 30 SR 116 OPTIONAL SRB 30T BLOWER KIT 32 SR 196 BLOWER PAN INCLUDES 31 THROUGH 38 33 R 2099 CORD SET ASSEMBLY 31 R 1454 BRASS BUSHING 4 REQUIRED 34 R 1468 BUSHING HEYCO ZSR5KNA 32 R 1499 RUBBER GROMMET 4 REQUIRED 35 R 2395 WIRE ASSEMBLY 33 SR 198 BLOWER PAN 36 R 2503 FAN CONTROL 34 R 2099 CORD SET ASSEMBLY 37 R 2396 BLOWER INCLUDES MOTOR FAN 35 R 1468 BUSHING HEYCO ZSR5KNA AND FAN HOUSING 36 R 2395 WIRE ASSEMBLY NS SR 219 BLOWER HARDWARE PACKAGE 37 R 2503 FAN CONTROL NS R 2390 IGNITOR WIRE 38 R 2396 BLOWER INCLUDES MOTOR FAN NS SR 216 HARDWARE PACKAGE AND FAN HOUSING NS SR 219 BLOWER HARDWARE PACKAGE NS R 2390 IGNITOR WIRE NS SR 216 HARDWARE PACKAGE USE ONLY MANUFACTURED REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH 16941 5 0907 Page 17 PARTS VIEW SR 10T 16941 5 0907 Page 18 PARTS V
13. OTTOM DF HEATER WALL 11 16 10 WALL IT IT VIEW FROM TOP HEATER Dimensions Apply to SR 10T SR 18T and SR 30T Figure 1 Installing a New Main Gas Cock Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of the unit Where none exists or where its size or location is not ad equate contact your local authorized installer for installation or relocation Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant to the action of liquefied petroleum gases The gas lines must be checked for leaks by the installer This should be done with a soap solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections and if unexposed a pressure test should be made Never use an exposed flame to check for leaks Appliance must be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe capped or plugged for pressure test Never pressure test with appliance connected control valve will sustain damage A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing It is required 1694 1 5 0907 by the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near the gas inlet This should consist of a vertical length of pipe tee connected into the gas line that
14. R 113 VALVE BRACKET 6 R 6563 GAS VALVE SIT 6 R 6563 GAS VALVE SIT 7 R 2330 BURNER 7 R 2329 BURNER 8 SR 119 ORIFICE SHIELD 8 SR 114 ORIFICE SHIELD 9 SR 032 PILOT BRACKET 9 SR 032 PILOT BRACKET 10 R 6307 PILOT ASSEMBLY NAT ONLY 0 R 6307 PILOT ASSEMBLY NAT ONLY INCLUDES ITEMS 11 amp 12 INCLUDES ITEMS 11 amp 12 10 R 6308 PILOT ASSEMBLY LPG ONLY 0 R 6308 PILOT ASSEMBLY LPG ONLY INCLUDES ITEMS 11 amp 12 INCLUDES ITEMS 11 amp 12 11 R 6310 PILOT THERMOCOUPLE 6310 PILOT THERMOCOUPLE 12 R 6309 SPARK IGNITOR 2 R 6309 SPARK IGNITOR 13 R 2315 MAIN BURNER ORIFICE NAT 3 R 2315 MAIN BURNER ORIFICE NAT 3 REQUIRED 5 REQUIRED 13 R 2498 MAIN BURNER ORIFICE LPG 3 R 2498 MAIN BURNER ORIFICE LPG 3 REQUIRED 5 REQUIRED 14 R 2314 ORIFICE HOLDER 3 REQUIRED 4 R 2314 ORIFICE HOLDER 5 REQUIRED 15 SR 204 TUBING MANIFOLD TO BURNER TWO 5 SR 203 TUBING MANIFOLD TO BURNER 16 SR 201 TUBING MANIFOLD TO BURNER ONE THREE AND THREE 2 REQUIRED 6 SR 202 TUBING MANIFOLD TO BURNER ONE 17 SR 098 TUBING GAS VALVE TO PILOT AND FIVE 2 REQUIRED 18 R 2334 MANIFOLD 7 SR 201 TUBING MANIFOLD TO BURNER TWO 19 R 5097 INLET REGULATOR NAT AND FOUR 2 REQUIRED 19 R 5098 INLET REGULATOR LPG 8 R 2333 MANIFOLD 20 10753 INLET REGULATOR BRACKET 9 12437 TUBING INLET REGULATOR TO GAS 21 12439 TUBING GAS VALVE TO MANIFOLD VALVE 22 12437 TUBING INLET REGULATOR TO GAS 20 12440 TUBING GAS VALVE TO MANIFOLD VALVE 21 10753 INLET REGULAT
15. W H The hy draulic thermostat bulb is located at the casing assembly bottom When the hydraulic thermostat bulb senses the need for heat the unit cycles ON at a full input rate of 18 000 BTUH 5 3K W H The unit remains at this full input rate until the hydraulic thermostat bulb is satisfied When the hydraulic thermostat bulb is satisfied the burner will shut OFF with the pilot flame remaining ON Note The burner does not modulate between ON and the pilot flame When the SR 18T is ON all three ceramic plaques will glow There will never be a time when only one or two ceramic plaques are glowing The SR 30T has an input of 30 000 BTUH 8 8K W H The hy draulic thermostat bulb is located at the casing assembly bottom When the hydraulic thermostat bulb senses the need for heat the unit cycles ON at a full input rate of 30 000 BTUH 8 8K W H The unit remains at this full input rate until the hydraulic thermostat bulb is satisfied When the hydraulic thermostat bulb is satisfied Page 14 the burner will shut OFF with the pilot flame remaining ON Note The burner does not modulate between ON and the pilot flame When the SR 30T is ON all five ceramic plaques will glow There will never be a time when only one or three ceramic plaques are glowing The LO and HI setting has temperature range of approximately 55 F 12 78 C to 9
16. ate combustion and ventilation air heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE an odorless poisonous gas Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are made for combustion and ventilation air Consult the writ ten instructions provided with the heater for information concerning combustion and ventilation air In the absence of instructions refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combustion and Ventilation or applicable local codes This heater is equipped with a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air is available DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM If heater shuts off do not relight until you provide fresh air If heater keeps shutting off have it serviced Keep burner and control compartment clean 16941 5 0907 CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headache dizziness and or nausea If you have these signs heater may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have heater serviced Some people pregnant women persons with heart or lung disease anemia those under the influence of alcohol those at high altitudes are more affected by carbon monoxide than others The pilot light safety system senses the depletion of oxygen at its location If this heater is installed in a structure having a high vertical dimension the possibility exists that the oxygen
17. bove the appliance shelves window sills etc 14 inches 356mm Maximum horizontal extension of projection above the appliance 12 inches 305mm 14 MIN 0 REAR MALL 24 MIN Floor top surface of carpeting tile etc 2 inches 51mm TO REAR WALI Provide adequate clearances around air openings 1 Adequate accessibility clearances for purposes of servicing and proper operation must be provided P B SIDE VIEW CEILING 5 MIN SIDE WALL 24 MIN FLOOR Stomm WINDOW SILL OR SHELF Figure 4 SR 10T 14 MIN 356mm Y 6 MIN m6 MIN 152mm 152mm 1 i I 1 2 MIN y 51mm i FLOOR Figure 3 SR 10T Page 8 16941 5 0907 SR 18T CLEARANCES When facing the front of the appliance the following minimum clearances to combustible construction must be maintained CEILING Left side 6 inches 152mm Right side 6 inches 152mm Do not install in alcove or closet SIDE WALL Rear wall 0 inches 0mm Ceiling 36 inches 914mm Minimum vertical clearance from projection above the 36 MIN appliance shelves window sills etc 36 inches 914mm 914mm Floor top surface of carpeting tile etc 2 inches 51mm 6 MIN 6 MIN Provid
18. ct inlet supply tubing outlet supply tubing pilot supply tubing and thermocouple lead from gas valve 8 If heater is attached to wall disconnect gas supply line from inlet regulator 9 Remove heater from wall 10 Remove gas valve bracket from casing assembly 4 screws to be removed are located on casing assembly back 11 Remove hydraulic thermostat bulb from thermostat bulb clip located at casing assembly bottom 12 Remove gas valve from gas valve bracket 13 As parts are being replaced in reverse order check for gas leaks at all gas connections before upper louver reflector and lower louver are replaced onto casing assembly Removing Main Burner From Casing Assembly 1 Turn OFF gas supply to the heater 2 Turn OFF electrical supply to the heater if optional blower 15 installed in heater 3 Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws 4 Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws 5 Disconnect supply tubing from orifice holder s 6 Remove pilot bracket from main burner assembly 2 screws 7 Remove main burner assembly from casing assembly 4 Screws 8 Remove orifice shield from main burner assembly Attach orifice shield to new main burner assembly 9 As parts are being replaced in reverse order check for gas leaks atall gas connections before lower louveris replaced onto casing assembly Piezo Pilot Ignitor Instructions Depressing the ignitor button completely causes a spark to occur at the pilo
19. does not become a problem 1 Besure the heater is sized properly for the application including ample combustion air and circulation air 2 Ifhigh humidity is experienced a dehumidifier may be used to help lower the water vapor content of the air 3 Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary heat source an entire house PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION amp VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 defines a confined space as space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space The following example is for determining the volume of a typical area in which the SR 30T may be located and for determining if this area fits the definition of an unconfined space The input of the SR 30T is 30 000 Btu per hour Based on the 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour formula the minimum area that i
20. e adequate clearances around air openings 152mm Adequate accessibility clearances for purposes of servicing and 220 operation must be provided i FLOOR Figure 5 SR 18T SR 30T CLEARANCES When facing the front of the appliance the following minimum CEILING clearances to combustible construction must be maintained N TENE Fm N Left side 8 inches 203mm Right side 8 inches 203mm SIDE WALL N Do not install in alcove or closet V N Rear wall 0 inches 0mm Ceiling 36 inches 914mm N Minimum vertical clearance from a projection above the 36 914mm MIN appliance shelves window sills etc 36 inches 914mm N Floor top surface of carpeting tile etc 2 inches 51mm 8 MIN 8 203mm 203mm Provide adequate clearances around air openings N 1 Ln Adequate accessibility clearances for purposes of servicing and N proper operation must be provided N sl N
21. e during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Attention If one of the above procedures results in pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 147 w c 3 5 kPa on the appliance gas valve it will result in a hazardous condition Checking Manifold Pressure Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 6 0 w c 1 49kPa pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 7 0 w c 1 743kPa for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of 10 5 w c 2 615kPa Propane LP gas will have a manifold pressure ap proximately 10 0 w c 2 49kPa at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 11 0 w c 2 739kPa for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of 13 0 w c 3 237kPa A test gage connection is located downstream of the gas appliance pressure regulator for measuring gas pressure The connection is a 1 8 inch 3mm N P T plugged tapping Page 7 SR 10T CLEARANCES When facing the front of the appliance the following minimum clearances to combustible construction must be maintained CEILING Left side 6 inches 152mm Right side 6 inches 152mm Do not install alcove closet WINDOW SILL OR SHELF NL 12 Rear wall 0 inches Ceiling 24 inches 610mm Minimum vertical clearance from a projection a
22. eful when new tanks or cylinders are placed in service Odor fade can occur in new tanks or reinstalled old tanks if they are filled and allowed to set too Page 4 long before refilling Cylinders and tanks which have been out of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause odor fade If such conditions are suspected to exist a periodic sniff test of the gas is advisable If you have any question about the gas odor call your LP gas dealer A periodic sniff test of the LP gas is a good safety measure under any condition If at any time you do not smell the LP Gas odorant and you think you should assume you have a leak Then take the same immediate action recommended above for the occasion when you do detect the odorized LP Gas If you experience a complete gas out the container is un der no vapor pressure turn the tank valve off immediately If the container valve is left on the container may draw in some air through openings such as pilot light orifices If this occurs some new internal rusting could occur If the valve is left open then treat the container as a new tank Always be sure your container is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container before it goes completely empty or having it refilled before it is completely empty 16941 5 0907 INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer 1 Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation 2 Installermusthave owner
23. ell Head Gas Installations Some natural gas utilities use well head gas This may affect the Btu output of the unit Contact the gas company for the heating SPECIFICATIONS Fre Plaques 90089 KW Tiree Plaques 100000 6 1 2 165mm 6 1 2 165mm 6 1 2 165mm 3 8 10mm Accessories Bowe J o e SRB 30T Floor Stand SRS 10 SRS 18 SRS 30 Floor stand can not be used in a bedroom installation SR 10T must be wall mounted in a bedroom installation 3 8 10mm 3 8 10mm The bathroom or bedroom must be an unconfined space ANSI Z223 1 NFPA54 defines an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space 16941 5 0907 Page 5 WATER VAPOR BY PRODUCT OF UNVENTED HEATERS Water vapor is a by product of gas combustion An unvented room heater produces approximately one 1 ounce 30ml of water for every 1 000 BTU s 3KW s of gas input per hour Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat a room rather than a primary heat source an entire house In most supplemental heat applications the water vapor does not create a problem In most applications the water vapor enhances the low humidity atmosphere experienced during cold weather The following steps will help insure that water vapor
24. filloutand mail warranty card supplied with unvented room heater 3 Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented room heater Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented room heater This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases General Information This appliance is design certified in accordance with American National Standards Institute Z21 11 2 by the Canadian Standards Association Laboratories as an Unvented Room Heater and shall be installed according to these instructions Any alteration of the original design installed other than as shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company value Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing spud orifice size Qualified Installing Agency Installation and replacement of gas piping gas utilization equipment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency The term qualified agency means any individua
25. g assembly when you are cleaning 6 Remove pilot bracket from main burner assembly 2 Screws 7 Pivot pilot bracket with attached pilot away from main burner assembly do not damage pilot tubing 8 Inspectmain burner orifice s through the rectangular opening s in the venturi throat ofthe main burner s Dust lint and spider Ew 16941 5 0907 12 13 14 webs accumulate on top of main burner orifice s If necessary clean main burner orifice s with a vacuum cleaner or apply air pressure To thoroughly clean the main burner orifice s proceed to Step 9 Disconnect supply tubing from orifice holder s Remove orifice holder from venturi of main burner assembly 1 screw for each orifice holder Remove main burner orifice from orifice holder Apply air pressure through main burner orifice and orifice holder to remove dust lint or spider webs Apply air pressure into ceramic plaque s to remove dust lint or spider webs As parts are being replaced in reverse order check for gas leaks at all gas connections before lower louver is replaced onto casing assembly SATISFACTORY armen QE UNSATISFACTORY SR 30T SHOWN Figure 12 Page 13 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the ther mocouple The flame will sur
26. heck for gas leaks atall gas connections before lower louver is replaced onto casing assembly Un B amp B U Removing Main Burner Orifice s From Main Burner Assembly Turn OFF gas supply to the heater 2 Turn OFF electrical supply to the heater if optional blower is installed in heater Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws Remove pilot bracket from main burner assembly 2 screws Pivot pilot bracket with attached pilot away from main burner assembly do not damage pilot tubing Disconnect supply tubing from orifice holder s Remove orifice holder from venturi of main burner assembly 1 screw for each orifice holder Remove main burner orifice from orifice holder Attention The number stamped on the main burner orifice is a millimeter diameter 10 As parts are being replaced in reverse order check for gas leaks at all gas connections before lower louver is replaced onto casing assembly SNe to x Removing Gas Valve From Casing Assembly 1 Turn OFF gas supply to the heater Turn OFF electrical supply to the heater if optional blower is installed in heater Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws Remove upper louver from casing assembly 2 screws If installed remove optional blower assembly 4 screws 59 ON ON 2 16941 5 0907 7 Disconne
27. ilding Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire depart ment Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools Ifthe knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water D IGHTING INSTRUCTIONS STOP Read the safety information above Set thermostat gas control knob to lowest setting Turn off all electric power to the appliance if applicable Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF Do not force CONTROL KNOB INDICATOR GAS CONTROL KNOB SHOWN IN OFF POSITION Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step THERMOCOUPLE Find pilot the pilot is attached at the bottom of the burner assembly Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to PILOT Push in gas control knob all the way and hold in Repeatedly push the piezo ignitor button until
28. is capped on the bottom in which condensation and foreign particles may collect 8 NPT PLUGGED HOLE GAS SUPPLY PIPING FOR TEST GAGE GAS VALVE MANUAL SHUT OFF L D JOINT UNION GAS SUPPLY _ E INLET 3 76nn 1 8 PLUGGED HOLE MINIMUM FOR TEST GAGE 1 Figure 2 Method of Installing a Tee Fitting Sediment Trap Figure 2 The use of the following gas connectors is recommended ANS 421 24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tub ing and Fittings ANS 721 45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of Other Than All Metal Construction The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority having jurisdiction The state of Massachusetts requires that a flex ible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System 1 To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve a 1 8 3mm plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection must be placed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance 2 Theappliance and its appliance main gas valve must be discon nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa 3 Theappliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping sys tem by closing its equipment shutoff valv
29. l blower check for gas leaks at all gas connections before lower louver is replaced onto casing assembly Attention After optional blower has been installed usethe following steps to properly align the upper louver and the reflector with the heat shield A Whenreplacing upper louver be sure the bottom lip of upper louver goes behind the heat shield B Whenreplacing reflector be sure the top lip ofreflector goes in front of the heat shield Excessive Blower Wheel Noise ATTENTION Ifyour blower assembly develops a squeal hum or grinding noise it indicates dirt or debris on shaft ofblower wheel Use the following steps to clean shaft of blower wheel 1 Remove red rubber grommet with brass bushing or black rubber grommet with brass bushing from end ofblower wheel shaft opposite motor 2 Clean blower wheel shaft with cotton cloth 3 Place 1 or 2 drops of all purpose oil on END of blower wheel shaft 4 Replace red rubber grommet with brass bushing or black rubber grommet with brass bushing onto end of blower wheel shaft Attention The red rubber grommet with brass bushing or the black rubber grommet with brass bushing must snap back into position 5 Cleaning of blower wheel shaft is completed HEAT SHIELP SR 30T SHOWN 16941 5 0907 Page 21 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued Wiring The appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence
30. l firm corporation or company that either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for a the installation testing or replacement of gas piping b the connection installation testing repair or servicing of equipment that is experienced in such work that is familiar with all precautions required and that has complied with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas fired supplemental room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit In the State of Massachusetts unvented propane and natural gas fired space heaters shall be prohibited in bedrooms and bathrooms The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 7223 1 latest edition Available from the American National Standards Institute Inc making the change 11 West 42nd St New York N Y 10036 Important High Altitudes All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number Serial For altitudes elevations above 2 000 feet 610m ratings should be Number and type of gas reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1 000 feet 305m above sea level Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing spud orifice size W
31. ldren and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room with the appliance Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Due to high surface temperatures keep children clothing and furniture away Installation and repair should be done by a QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding materials etc It is imperative that control compartments burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean DO NOT use this room heater if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water WARNING ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER ORITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the heater Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids WARNING Failure to keep the primary air opening s of the burner s clean may result in sooting and property damage WARNING When used without adequ
32. nto the top heat shield of the heater The motor wire harness should be facing into the top right portion of the heater 8 Attach 1 pin terminal from black hot wire smooth insulation on cord set to 1 socket terminal on fan control wire harness 9 Attach 1 pin terminal from black neutral wire ribbed insulation on cord set to 1 socket terminal from white neutral wire on motor wire harness 10 Attach 1 pin terminal on fan control wire harness to 1 socket terminal from black hot wire on motor wire harness 11 Attach the green ground wire from the motor wire harness and the green ground wire from the cord set to the bottom right side of the blower housing with 1 screw provided with the optional blower 12 With the heater standing upright position the air discharge opening of the blower housing downward Place the bottom flange of the blower housing over the top edge of the top heat shield Insert the blower housing into the top portion of the heater by pivoting the blowerhousingupward 90 Attachtheblowerhousing to the casing assembly with 4 screws provided with the optional blower 13 Grasp cord set at casing assembly back and pull excess cord set through casing assembly back Secure cord set in casing assembly back with the strain relief provided with the optional blower 14 Installation of optional blower is completed 15 If heater was removed from the wall in order to install optiona
33. oflocal codes with the National Electri cal Code ANSI NFPA 70 if an external electrical source is utilized This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug Foranungrounded receptacle an adapter which has two prongs and a wire for grounding can be purchased plugged into the ungrounded receptacle and its wire connected to the receptacle mounting screw With this wire completing the ground the appliance cord plug can be plugged into the adapter and be electrically grounded CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Blower Motor The blower motor does not have oiling holes Do not attempt to oil the blower motor Blower Wheel The blower wheel will collect lint and could require periodic cleaning If the air output decreases or the noise level increases it indicates a dirty blower wheel To clean blower wheel Turn OFF gas supply to the heater Turn OFF electrical supply to the heater Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws Remove upper louver from casing assembly 2 screws Clean blower wheel with a vacuum cleaner Aspartsare being replaced in
34. ol knob slightly and turn clockwise 477 to OFF Do not force 16941 5 0907 MAIN BURNER FLAME CHARACTERISTICS SR 10T SR 18T and SR 30T Main Burner Flame Figure12 The main burner flame will have a red orange glow over the surface of the ceramic plaques A few small hairline cracks may form over the surface of the ceramic plaques or at the edges of the ceramic plaques where they have been cemented into position on the burner assembly frame These small hairline cracks will not affect the operation or performance of the ceramic plaques Only when large cracks develop with blue flames escaping from the large cracks should you contact your QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON Ared orange haze that is visible on the ceramic plaques is acceptable Ablue flame that rolls out at the top of the ceramic plaques indicates an accumulation of dust lint or spider webs inside the casing assembly and main burner assembly Use the following procedure to inspect the casing assembly and main burner assembly 1 Turn OFF gas supply to the heater 2 Turn OFF electric supply to the heater if optional blower is installed in heater Remove lower louver from casing assembly 2 screws Remove reflector from casing assembly 2 screws 5 Inspectinterior of casing assembly for accumulation of dust lint or spider webs If necessary clean interior of casing assembly witha vacuum cleaner or apply air pressure Do not damage any components within casin
35. or frames between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If the SR 30T heater is installed in a building of unusually tight construction adequate air for combustion ventilation and dilution of flue gases shall be provided in accordance with ANSI 2223 1 16941 5 0907 GAS SUPPLY The gas line can be routed either through the floor or wall The gas line opening should be made at this time Location of the opening will be determined by the position of floor joists and the valve and union used for servicing Gas Supply Check all local codes for requirements especially for the size and type of gas supply line required Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Tubing Type L Inside Diameter Outside Diameter ow t 0 10 feet 1 2 3 8 1 2 3 8 0 3 meters 12 7mm 9 5mm 12 7mm 9 5mm 10 40 feet 1 2 1 2 5 8 1 2 4 12 meters 12 7mm 12 7mm 15 9mm 12 7mm 40 100 feet 1 2 1 2 3 4 1 2 13 30 meters 12 7mm 12 7mm 19mm 12 7mm 100 150 feet 3 4 1 2 7 8 3 4 31 46 meters 19mm 12 7mm 22 2mm 19mm Note Never use plastic pipe Check to confirm whether your local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized Note Since some municipalities have additional local codes it is always best to consult your local authority and installation code 39164 H GAS INLET IN B
36. ration released a Pilot is blocked clean pilot see Page 14 a Control knob in PILOT position not completely depressed b Inlet gas pressure too low contact gas supplier or held in long enough b INTERLOCK latching device is operative see Lighting Instructions Page 12 Step 9 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer For best results the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor Parts can be shipped directly to the service person dealer All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number When ordering parts first obtain the Model Number from the name plate on your equipment Then determine the Part Number not the Index Number and the Description of each part from the following appropriate illustration and list Be sure to give all this information Unvented Heater Model Number Part Description Unvented Heater Serial Number Part Number Type of Gas Propane or Natural Do not order bolts screws washers or nuts They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store Shipments contingent upon strikes fires and all causes beyond our control PARTS LIST SR 10T PLEASE NOTE When ordering parts it is very important that part number and description of part coincide INDEX PART INDEX PART NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION 15 R 6307 PILOT ASSEMBLY
37. rb or absorb onto or into walls masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room That will take some of the odorant out of the gas reducing its odor intensity LP Gas may stratify in a closed area and the odor intensity could vary at different levels Since it is heavier than air there may be more odor at lower levels Always be sensitive to the slightest gas odor If you detect any odor treat it as a serious leak Immediately go into action as instructed earlier SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER Learn to recognize the odor of LP gas Your local LP Gas Dealer can give you a Scratch and Sniff pamphlet Use it to find out what the propane odor smells like If you suspect that your LP Gas has a weak or abnormal odor call your LP Gas Dealer If you are not qualified do not light pilot lights perform service or make adjustments to appliances on the LP Gas system If you are qualified consciously think about the odor of LP Gas prior to and while lighting pilot lights or perform ing service or making adjustments Sometimes a basement or a closed up house has a musty smell that can cover up the LP Gas odor Do not try to light pilot lights perform service or make adjustments in an area where the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor if there has been a leak of LP Gas Odor fade due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of new cylinders and tanks is possible Therefore people should be particularly alert and car
38. rew holes on bot tom of heater as shown in Figure 11 2 Attach floor stand to heater with 4 screws provided with floor stand 3 Connect the gas line Floor stand can not be used in a bedroom installation SR 10T must be wall mounted in a bedroom installation SR 30T SHOWN Figure 11 16941 5 0907 Installation on Rugs and Tile If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance Attention Optional Floor Stand meets requirement The base referred to above does not mean the fire proof base as used on wood stoves The protection is for rugs that are extremely thick and light colored tile Page 11 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS BEE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING EN WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your bu
39. round the thermocouple just below the tip A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet Figure 13 Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot Figure 14 When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows 1 Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing When this procedure is required grasp nut A with an open end wrench 2 Blow air pressure through the holes indicated by the arrows This will blow our foreign materials such as dust lint and spider webs Tighten nut B also by grasping nut A Figure 14 Never use needles wires or similar cylindrical objects to clean the pilot to avoid damaging the calibrated ruby that controls the gas flow THERMOSTAT OPERATION To ignite main burner turn gas control knob counterclockwise to ward HI setting To shut down main burner turn gas control knob clockwise toward LO setting The SR 10T has an input of 10 000 BTUH 2 9KW H The hy draulic thermostat bulb 15 located at the casing assembly bottom When the hydraulic thermostat bulb senses the need for heat the unit cycles ON at a full input rate of 10 000 BTUH 2 9K W H The unit remains at this full input rate until the hydraulic thermostat bulb is satisfied When the hydraulic thermostat bulb is satisfied the burner will shut OFF with the pilot flame remaining ON SR 18T has an input of 18 000 BTUH 5 3K
40. s an unconfined space for installation of the SR 30T is 1 500 cubic feet 50 cubic feet x 30 1 500 cubic feet To determine the cubic feet of the area in which the SR 30T is to be installed measure the length width and height of the area Example The area measures 16 feet in length 12 feet in width and 8 feet in height the area is 1 536 cubic feet The SR 30T can be installed in this unconfined space with no requirement to provide additional combustion and ventilation air Page 6 Warning If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combustion and Ventilation or applicable local codes Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b Weatherstripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and do
41. t To light the pilot it is important that the electrode be 1 8 3mm from the pilot The spark must occur at the point the pilot flame hits the thermocouple On a new installation with air in the gas line it is suggested that a match be used The match will light the pilot faster than the piezo under this condition Page 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 1 Spark electrode does not produce spark c Thermocouple not tightened into gas control tighten a Spark electrode broken replace thermocouple b Ignitor wire may not be attached to spark electrode d Pilot flame not surrounding thermocouple clean pilot see attach Page 14 c Ignitor wire damaged replace e Inlet gas pressure too low contact gas supplier d Piezo ignitor defective replace f Thermocouple defective replace 2 Spark electrode produces spark but pilot does not light g Gas control defective replace a No gas to heater turn on gas 4 Main burner does not ignite b PILOT position not properly aligned turn gas control knob a Mainburner orifice is blocked clean see Main Burner Flame to PILOT position and depress Characteristics Page 13 Attention The number stamped c Pilot is blocked from spider web or dirt clean pilot see on the main burner orifice is a millimeter diameter Page 14 b Inlet gas pressure too low contact gas supplier 3 Pilot flame does not stay ON when control knob is 5 Heater keeps shutting OFF during normal ope
42. you have reason to suspect a gas leak keep out of basements and other low areas Stay out until firefighters declare them to be safe e Use your neighbor s phone and call a trained LP Gas service person and the fire department Even though you may not continue to smell gas do not turn on the gas again Do not re enter the building vehicle trailer or area Finally let the service man and firefighters check for escaped gas Have them air out the area before you return Properly trained LP Gas service people should repair the leak then check and relight the gas appliance for you NO ODOR DETECTED ODOR FADE Some people cannot smell well Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas You must find out if you can smell the odorant in propane Smoking can decrease your ability to smell Being around an odor for a time can affect your sensitivity or ability to detect that odor Sometimes other odors in the area mask the gas odor People may not smell the gas odor or their minds are on something else Thinking about smelling a gas odor can make it easier to smell The odorant in LP gas is colorless and it can fade under some circumstances For example if there is an underground leak the movement of the gas through soil can filter the odorant Odorants in LP Gas also are subject to oxidation This fading can occur if there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes The odorant in escaped gas can adso
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