Section 1: Heater Safety; Manpower Requirements; Section 2: Installer Responsibility; Low Level User Instructions - Roberts Gorden Blackheat BH15UT Installation, Operation & Service Manual

SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY

Your Safety is Important to Us!
This symbol is used throughout the manual
to notify you of possible fire, electrical or burn
hazards. Please pay special attention when
reading and following the warnings in these
sections.
Installation, service and annual inspection of
heater must be done by a registered installer/contractor
qualified in the installation and service of gas-fired
heating equipment.
Read this manual carefully before installation, operation
or service of this equipment.
This heater is designed for heating nonresidential indoor
spaces. Do not install in residential spaces. These
instructions, the layout drawing, local codes and
ordinances, and applicable standards that apply to gas
piping, electrical wiring, venting, etc., must be thoroughly
understood before proceeding with the installation.
Thin sheet metal parts, such as the reflector portion of
the heater and the various venting components, have
sharp edges. To prevent injury, the use of work gloves is
recommended. The use of gloves will also prevent the
transfer of body oils from the hands to the surface of the
reflector.
Before installation, check that the local distribution
conditions, nature of gas and pressure, and adjustment of
the appliance are compatible.

1.1 Manpower Requirements

To prevent personal injury and damage to the heater, two
persons will be required for installation.

SECTION 2: INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITY

• To install the heater, as well as the gas and electrical
supplies, in accordance with applicable specifications
and codes. Roberts-Gordon recommends the
installer contact a local Building Inspector or Fire
Marshal for guidance.
• To use the information given in a layout drawing and
in the manual together with the cited codes and
regulations to perform the installation.
• To install the heater in accordance with the clear-
ances to combustibles.
• To furnish all needed materials not furnished as
standard equipment.
• To plan location of supports.
• To provide access to burners for servicing on all
sides, for burner removal.
• To provide the owner with a copy of this installation,
operation and service manual.
• To never use heater as support for a ladder or other
access equipment and never hang or suspend any-
thing from heater.
• To ensure there is adequate air circulation around the
heater and to supply air for combustion, ventilation
and distribution in accordance with local codes.

2.1 Low Level User Instructions

In all situations, clearances to combustibles must be
maintained. Signs should be posted in storage areas to
specify the maximum stacking height of items placed
below heater to maintain required clearances to
combustibles. Minimum clearances must be maintained
from vehicles parked below the heater. Caution should be
used when running the system near combustible
materials such as wood, paper, rubber, etc. Consideration
should be given to partitions, storage racks, hoists,
building construction, etc.
A laminated wall tag is available for the heater as a
permanent reminder of the safety instructions and the
importance of the required clearances to combustibles.
Please contact Roberts-Gordon or your ROBERTS
®
GORDON independent distributor to obtain the wall tag.
Affix the tag by peeling off the backing of the adhesive
strips on the rear surface and position the tag on a wall
near the heater (e.g. thermostat or ROBERTS
®
GORDON Controller).
A copy of the wall tag (P/N 91037912) is illustrated on the
back cover. This copy of the wall tag can be affixed on the
wall near the heater. Know your model number and
installed configuration. Model number and installed
configuration are found on the burner and in the
Installation, Operation and Service Manual. Write the
largest clearance dimensions with permanent ink
according to your model number and configuration in the
open spaces on the tag.

2.2 Corrosive Chemicals

CAUTION
Do not use heater in an area containing corrosive
chemicals.
Avoid the use of corrosive chemicals to ensure a
longer life of the burner, tubing and other parts.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
property damage.
Roberts-Gordon cannot be responsible for ensuring that
all appropriate safety measures are undertaken prior to
installation; this is entirely the responsibility of the
installer. It is essential that the contractor, the sub-
contractor, or the owner identifies the presence of
combustible materials, corrosive chemicals or
halogenated hydrocarbons* anywhere in the premises.
* Halogenated Hydrocarbons are a family of chemical com-
pounds characterized by the presence of halogen elements
(fluorine, chlorine, bromine, etc.). These compounds are
frequently used in refrigerants, cleaning agents, solvents, etc. If
these compounds enter the air supply of the burner, the
lifespan of the heater components will be greatly reduced. An
outside air supply must be provided to the burners whenever
the presence of these compounds is suspected. Warranty will
be invalid if the heater is exposed to halogenated hydrocar-
bons.

2.3 National Standards and Applicable Codes

All appliances must be installed in accordance with the
latest revision of the applicable standards and national
codes. This refers also to the electric, gas and venting
installation. Note: Additional standards for installations in
public garages, aircraft hangars, etc. may be applicable.
SECTION 1: H S
EATER AFETY
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