Superior Radiant TA series, Installation, Operation And Service Instructions

Page 1: ...tario L8E 5S1 www superiorradiant com WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas 1 Open windows 2 Don t touch electrical switches 3 Extinguish any open flame 4 Immediately call your gas supplier FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz 1 Ouvrez les fenetres 2 Ne touchez pas aux in...

Page 2: ... CAUTION FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD This heater is equipped with an automatic ignition device Do not attempt to light the burner by hand Failure to comply could result in a serious fire and personal injury hazard CAUTION MECHANICAL HAZARD Do not use high pressure above 1 2 psi to test the gas supply system with the burners connected Failure to do so could result in damage to the burner and its contr...

Page 3: ...IBLES 9 INSTALLATION 11 INSTALLATION SEQUENCE 11 VENTING COMBUSTION AIR DUCTING 25 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 25 UN VENTED OPERATION 25 VENTED OPERATION 26 Horizontal Venting 26 Vertical Venting 26 Common Vertical Venting 26 Common Horizontal Venting 27 COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY OPTIONAL 28 OUTDOOR INSTALLATION 29 GAS PIPING 30 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 30 ELECTRICAL WIRING 31 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 31 TXR WIRING ...

Page 4: ...tion of that commitment Series TA TX TXR models are field assembled low intensity infrared heaters that are easy to install and maintain and which were engineered with significant input from our customers They are designed to provide economical operation and trouble free service for years to come Installation Codes Installations must comply with local building codes or in their absence the latest ...

Page 5: ...pply meter to allow checking of system gas pressure Electrical All heaters must be electrically grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 in the US and the Canadian Electric Code CSA C22 1 in Canada and must comply with all local requirements Venting Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 in the US and CAN CGA B149 1 and B149 2 Installation Codes in Canad...

Page 6: ...imum Maximum 11 5 W C 14 0 W C Manifold Pressure Natural Gas 3 5 W C 2 4 W C High Rate Low Rate Propane Gas 10 5 W C 6 2 W C Inlet Connection Natural Gas or Propane 1 2 female NPT Electric Supply 120 VAC 60 HZ 1 Amp 36 cord with grounded 3 prong plug Flue and Outside Air Connection 4 O D male connection for flue adapter and outside air optional provided at the heater ...

Page 7: ... Dimensional Information Figure 2 Component Dimensional Information 14 36 12 12 9 15 16 6 10 4 10 24 18 U BEND 24 18 ELBOW 16 WHEN INSTALLING ORIENT BAND CLAMP LOCK BOLTS TO TOP AT 10 O CLOCK OR 2 O CLOCK POSITION COUPLING 12 10 4 TUBE 10 4 6 OR 8 REFLECTOR BAFFLE SECTION ...

Page 8: ...with 6 Stainless steel baffle with red tab Natural Gas Only 80 000 BTU Hr 40 heat exchanger with no baffle or 6 aluminized baffle 100 000 BTU Hr 40 or 50 heat exchanger with no baffle or 6 aluminized baffle 125 000 BTU Hr 40 or 50 heat exchanger with 6 aluminized baffle 150 000 BTU Hr 60 heat exchanger with NO baffle 205 000 BTU Hr 50 heat exchanger with a 4 baffle at 40 and a 8 baffle at 50 See F...

Page 9: ...inted surfaces and other materials which maybe damaged by radiant or convective heat Combustible materials are considered to be wood compressed paper plant fibres plastics Plexiglas or other materials capable of being ignited and burned Such materials shall be considered combustible even though flame proofed fire retardant treated or plastered Elbows and U bends are un heat treated aluminized mate...

Page 10: ...2 8 4 81 77 One Side Extension D A C B A B C D 2 4 50 35 2 4 58 38 2 4 63 42 2 4 73 45 4 4 76 50 4 4 78 52 6 6 80 54 6 6 84 56 6 6 84 58 Two Side Extension D A B C A B C D 2 9 50 9 2 16 58 16 2 18 64 18 4 18 71 18 4 22 78 22 4 24 80 25 6 26 82 26 6 29 86 29 6 31 88 31 U Tube Horizontal D A B C A B C D 2 25 59 22 2 28 62 26 2 30 71 30 4 34 74 33 4 37 76 36 6 40 78 40 6 45 82 44 6 46 88 46 U Tube Op...

Page 11: ... lbs is recommended refer to Figure 5 for more details SRP recommends and make available quick links for connecting chain If any open ended S hooks and turnbuckles are used the open ends must be closed to avoid unhooking chain with inadvertent contact Locate hanging chain at predetermined suspension points in the structure It is required that the first 2 hangers be about 8 to 9 away Thereafter 10 ...

Page 12: ... sure the flange is toward the intended burner location The other end of the tube should have the first coupling already loosely fitted Concrete Beam Turnbuckle Beam Clamp 24 Min 3 8 Threaded Rod I Beam I Beam 12 Min Anchor Chain link 12 Min Truss Eye Bolt Note Close all S hooks chain links J bolts and turnbuckles or any open connection 8 to 9 10 10 Burner Side First Hanger Venting Side Last Hange...

Page 13: ... For all remaining tubes fit the end of the tube with a coupling refer to Figure 8 the coupling should be loose Figure 8 Installation of Heat Exchanger Tube and Coupling 8 9 Tube Reflector Hangers Combustion Tube Coupling Should Be Loosely Fitted Locate Tube and Reflector Hangers every 10 thereafter 10 Tube Flange 2 8 10 Install J Bolt at first hanger Tube Weld Seam Facing Down Close all open ende...

Page 14: ...in the liner refer to Figure 9 Be sure not to over torque the coupling Torque coupling to 15 25 lbf ft Figure 9 J and Coupling Bolt Installations Continue placing tubes couplings and reflectors to complete the heater assembly Ensure heat exchanger sections line up straight Couplings should be tightened as heat exchanger is placed since it is more difficult to do so once the reflector is in positio...

Page 15: ...ger tube length with the exception of the special configuration 205 000 BTUH with a 50 tube length refer to Figure 3 for more details Note Baffles are either one or two sections each section is 6 in length Multiple sections are simply clipped together Where stainless and aluminized sections are supplied always place the stainless steel section closest to the burner The easiest installation method ...

Page 16: ...equired in last section of tube Heat Exchanger Tube Tube Coupling Vent Adapter Bend Tab over End of Tube Install J Bolt at first hanger Tube Flange Gasket 3 to 6 Combustion Tube Burner Assembly Tube Coupling 10 Flanged Tube 8 9 Locate Tube and Reflector Hangers every 10 thereafter Note 30 system shown here the same principle should be followed for 40 50 systems or more Refer to Installation Sequen...

Page 17: ...igure 14 shows the installation of the reflector support bracket Figure 14 Reflector Support Bracket Installation Slide Reflector through the Hanger and Reflector Support as shown Note Close all chain links S hooks J bolts and turnbuckles or any open connection 1 Place Reflector Bracket underneath the tube 2 Hook the Spring Clip with the Reflector Bracket and rotate over the tube 3 Push down the S...

Page 18: ...tions that is reflector sections must be either above both adjacent reflector sections or below both adjacent reflector sections Refer to Figure 15 Figure 15 Reflector Overlap Illustration Reflector Support Loose Screws Tight Screws Loose Screws Tight Screws Reflector Overlap Approx 6 Fasten Endcap with Screws Heater End Vent Termination End ...

Page 19: ...Figure 16 Reflector Supports Installation and Reflector Overlap Install End Cap as shown in Figure 4 and Figure 17 Figure 17 Reflector End Cap Installation Secure every SECOND reflector overlap with a minimum of 2 8 x 3 8 long screws on each side Secure reflector to reflector bracket by TIGHTENING 8 x 1 1 4 long screws every other overlap on each side Note Close all chain links S hooks J bolts and...

Page 20: ...stance use miter reflectors see Figure 19 and refer to Clearance to Combustibles information Figure 18 90 Elbow and U Tube Assembly Detail Elbows or U Tubes must be located not less than 10 from the burner in TA TX TXR 100 and smaller models not less than 15 from the burner in TA TX TXR 125 to TA TX TXR 150 and not less than 20 from the burner in TA TX TXR 175 and larger models Endcap Elbow Detail...

Page 21: ...tor as shown below Figure 19 Figure 19 Mitered Reflector Installation Assemble Corner Bracket to Mitered Reflectors as shown Mitered Reflector Sections should overlap standard Reflectors Fasten Mitered Reflectors with 4 8 x 3 8 Screws Note Close all chain links S hooks J bolts and turnbuckles or any open connection ...

Page 22: ...erlap Reflector Hanger Side Reflector Bracket approx 48 apart 8 x 3 8 Screw 8 x 3 8 Screw Reflector 8 x 3 8 Screws Notch the Side Reflector for Reflector Brackets and Hangers Side Reflector Reflector Side Reflector Side Reflector Bracket Screws to be installed from inside of Side Reflector Install screws on one end of the Retainer Clip to allow movement Use the hole as a guide to position Side Ref...

Page 23: ...ottom shields need not overlap Each 5 section is held with two support brackets see Figure 21 Figure 21 Bottom Shield Installation Tighten Screw Bottom Shield 8 x 3 8 screws Support Bracket Tubing Section Note Close all open ended S hooks chain links and turnbuckles or any open connection ...

Page 24: ...rews from Outside Notch Deco Grille Support for Hangers Supports Fasten to End Cap Deco Grille Supports Fasten with Screws At Every 5ft Section Reflector Deco Grille Panel Deco Grille Cross Strap Deco Grille End Angle Deco Grille Support Install End Cap as usual Note Close all open ended S hooks chain links and turnbuckles or any open connection Reflector Shield Cut to fit Deco Grille Notch Reflec...

Page 25: ...al outside air supply may be directed to the heater horizontally or vertically IMPORTANT Maximum total vent length allowed for any model heater is 30 Maximum total fresh air inlet duct length allowed for any model heater is 30 Total of vent length plus outside air supply duct length cannot exceed 50 for any heater with minimum heat exchanger length If condensation in the vent pipe or outside air s...

Page 26: ...te gas installation code Refer to common venting section below Use of an approved thimble to pass through combustible roof materials is required Use of an approved vent cap is required Check local codes for vertical vent size for fan assisted appliances Common Vertical Venting Common vent sizing information is defined in the appropriate gas installation code Refer to ANSI Z223 1 and CAN CGA B149 1...

Page 27: ...ROOF SINGLE HEATER MULTIPLE HEATERS TYPE B VENT TYPE B VENT 6 VENT TERMINAL P N CT044 NOTES FOR HORIZONTAL VENTING 1 USE 4 SINGLE WALL VENT WITH HEATERS OF COMBINED INPUT OF UP TO 250 000 BTUH AND 6 FOR A COMBINED TOTAL INPUT OF 250 000 BTUH OR GREATER 2 WALL THIMBLES AND VENT TERMINALS MUST TO BE USED WITH SINGLE WALL HORIZONTAL VENTING THROUGH COMBUSTIBLE WALLS WALL THIMBLE MAY BE REPLACED BY FL...

Page 28: ...e vent terminal elevation to prevent back venting of flue gases into the burner compartment Install single wall pipe or PVC pipe and fittings with a 12 linear section of flexible duct to allow movement of the heater Do not use flexible duct throughout the entire length of fresh air duct This may cause nuisance air switch tripping Figure 27 Installation of Outside Air as supply for Combustion Air F...

Page 29: ...or In all cases a fresh air hood must be used in conjunction with a vent terminal of the approved type and all connections must be sealed with a high temperature sealant that can withstand 400 F Figure 28 Outdoor Installation Note that this heater is a sealed construction If any services or repair is conducted in the future gasket materials should be inspected and replaced if found to be deteriora...

Page 30: ...stem verify that high pressure testing of the system has been completed Failure to do so may expose the burner components to damaging high pressure requiring replacement of key components Flexible gas connectors of approved type must be installed as shown in Figure 29 in one plane and without sharp bends kinks or twists A smooth loop of approximately 12 in diameter is best Failure to install the g...

Page 31: ...h a manual line switch or timer switch in place of the thermostat Refer to Figure 30 and Figure 31 for guidance on electrical wiring of heaters If any of the original wire as supplied with the heater must be replaced it must be replaced with wiring having a rating of at least 105 C temperature service and 600 volts capability Figure 30 Wiring Diagram for 40 000 125 000 BTU Models Low Fire Lamp AIR...

Page 32: ...R SWITCH Black Purple V2 HV S1 GND Pink Green TH Orange Black L1 24V IND V1 PSW BLOWER Red Yellow Yellow Yellow IGNITER SENSOR BURNER MOUNTED EXTERNALLY WHITE ROGERS 1F37 408 Yellow High Fire Lamp Blue Red 24V TRANSFORMER NEUTRAL L1 Blue Brown Purple W1 STAT R W2 120V THERMOSTAT IS Yellow GAS VALVE Gas Flow ON OFF HI Brown C MP ...

Page 33: ...llow 24V FS 120L IND Yellow Brown Purple Blue L1 N 120V L1 N 120V 24V Red Black Yellow Green Channel Module 53X 24 GAS VALVE C M HI Low Fire Lamp Yellow Brown Blue W1 STAT R W2 Green Yellow Hi Fire Lamp 24V Thermostat is Mounted Externally Note The post purge feature is not utilized with the thermostat wired on the 120 VAC circuit This option only works if the heater is wired with the thermostat o...

Page 34: ...e This allows the products of combustion to be removed from the heat exchanger to avoid nuisance condensation and increase heat exchanger life When using a line voltage thermostat and the heat requirement has been met and the thermostat opens the burner and fan shut off with no post purge Maintenance For best performance the certain minimal maintenance procedures should be performed before each he...

Page 35: ...s closed Gas pressure downstream of gas control can be measured by connecting a manometer to pressure tap on control If the valve is closed either the gas valve or the ignition module is faulty Burner Does Not Light Is spark visible through site glass during ignition trial If no further electrical checks by a qualified service person are required Check to see if gas lines were properly purged of a...

Page 36: ...es Motor Impeller Spin Freely IF PROBLEM PERSISTS CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SRP REPRESENTATIVE Verify Sense Electrode Verify Ground Verify Wiring Does 24V Occur At Valve During Ignition Trial Check Wiring and Rectify As required Check Electrode Gap Set to 1 8 Replace Motor If Required Check 120V Power Verify at Motor Is There A Flame Signal To Module Min 0 8 Micro Amps Is Gas Present At Valve Is Gas Pres...

Page 37: ...TRODE UG001 UG007 CH011 CE002 PART DESCRIPTION 10 CE020 CE021 CE024 CE023 CE022 Air Switch MODELS 40 000 60 000 Air Switch MODELS 80 000 100 000 Air Switch MODELS 125 000 150 000 205 000 Air Switch MODELS 220 000 Air Switch MODELS 175 000 FLAME SENSOR ELECTRODE 6 CE003 POWER CORD CE010 11 IGNITION WIRE 12 CE006 WHITE ROGERS 40 000 TO 125 000 BTU NAT CG056 WHITE ROGERS 150 000 TO 220 000 BTU NAT CG...

Page 38: ...urchase In no event shall the Manufacturer be liable for incidental expense or consequential damages of any kind This warranty does not cover any shipping installation or other costs incurred in the repair or replacement of the product No materials will be accepted for return without authorization This warranty will not apply if in the judgment of the Manufacturer the equipment has been improperly...