Introduction - Empire Heating Systems RH-25-8 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Introduction

Always consult your local Building Department regarding regula-
tions, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a vented
room heater.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation.
2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card sup-
plied with vented room heater.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate vented
room heater and thermostat.
Any change to this vented room heater or its controls can be
dangerous. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing
a vented room heater must be replaced prior to operating the
vented room heater.
General Information
This series is design certified in accordance with American National
Standard/CSA Standard Z21.86 and CSA 2.32 by the Canadian
Standards Association, as a Vented Room Heater and must 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 making the change.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.
NOTICE: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out and
smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate
the room in which the unit is installed.
Installation on Rugs and Tile
If this appliance is to be 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.
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INTRODUCTION
WARNING
The base referred to above does not mean the fire-proof base as
used on wood stoves. The protection is primarily for rugs that may
be extremely thick and light-color tile that can discolor.
Floor pad is available from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc., Part
Number DVP1.
Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be per-
formed only by a qualified agency. The term "qualified agency" means
any individual, firm, corporation, or company which whether in person
or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)
the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in
such work, familiar with all precautions required and has complied
with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The installation must by
made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts.
The installation must conform to local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 */
Canadian Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11
West 42nd St., New York, NY 10036.
High Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), input ratings
should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305m)
above sea level. Canadian High Altitudes for locations having an
elevation above mean sea level between 2,000 feet (610m) and
4,500 feet (1370m), the manifold pressure is to be decreased from
4.0" w.c. (.996kPa) to 3.2" w.c. (.797kPa) for Natural Gas and from
10.0" w.c. (2.49kPa) to 8.0" w.c. (1.99kPa) for Propane Gas.
Well Head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect
the Btu output of the unit and promote sooting. Units shall not be
converted to use well head gas.
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.
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