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- Page 1 20050914 rev5-30 Installation and Installation and Installation and Installation and Operating Operating M M M M anual Operating Operating anual anual anual International Thermal Research www.pioneerspaceheaters.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safe Operation ..............1 DOs and DO NOTs ..............2 Components................4 Installation ................6 Operation ................9 Oil Control Valve..............11 Maintenance ............... 12 Trouble Shooting ..............14 READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE International Thermal Research... -
Page 3: Overview
ITR dealer. The heat output range for your Prospector heater is 20,000 to 55,000 BTU’s. This is sufficient capacity to heat areas such as cabins, workshops, small warehouses, etc. Table 1: General Information... -
Page 4: Dos And Do Nots
DO wait until it cools down to room temperature before re-firing. DO mount the heater securely to a non-combustible floor. If a heater is not solidly secured, and it gets knocked over, it will spill the burning fuel all over the floor. This International Thermal Research... - Page 5 All heaters, regardless of the type or make, can malfunction and all manufacturers recommend that heaters are not left running unattended. DO NOT leave the heater running unattended. The Prospector is mechanically capable of operating unattended, but if there is a malfunction ITR accepts no responsibility or liability for any damage caused, regardless of the type or extent of the damage.
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Page 6: Components
3. 3. 3. 3. Components Components Components Components A.) Prospector major external components Heater Shell (1) – The heater shell assembly is the area heater containing perforated burner shell. Top Lid (2) – Contains a sight glass to observe the flame. - Page 7 Burner Heat Shield (24) – Heat shield to keep heat inside the Burner Shell and away from the bottom of the Prospector Unit. S-Tube (25) – The large capped tube in the center of the perforated Burner Shell is the S-Tube.
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Page 8: Installation
The Prospector does not come with an exhaust flue stack. Blue stove pipe or All- Fuel “L” type vent capable of continuous use for flue gas temperatures up to 1000˚F may be used. - Page 9 Before hooking up the Prospector to a chimney, check if the chimney is in good condition and that the quality of the flue pipe will allow sufficient draft. A maximum horizontal length of 6’ is allowed. Make sure to have a ¼” slope per foot minimum.
- Page 10 1 US gallon of oil. This air enters the heater through the air inlets and exits the chimney as combustion gas. The Prospector should be installed in a well ventilated area that allows the entrance of outside fresh air.
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Page 11: Operation
Operation Operation The Prospector heater requires a break in period between 1 and 2 hours. During this period, some smoke and fumes may be generated from the heater shell itself; make sure there is enough ventilation for the smoke and fumes to escape the living or operating areas. - Page 12 If the flame dies out, wait for the heater to cool down to room temperature before • repeating the starting procedures. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START OR RE-IGNITE THE BURNER WHEN THE BURNER IS HOT. International Thermal Research...
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Page 13: Oil Control Valve
TOBY Oil Valves are very simple to operate; the key parts to operating a TOBY Valve for the Prospector are the Control knob and the actuating lever. The control knob controls the fuel flow rate and can be rotated counter clockwise from the off position, which is the “0”... -
Page 14: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance 7. 7. 7. 7. A.) Regular Maintenance To ensure that your Prospector heater operates properly; every 750 hours of operation or; • if the output of the heater appears to be have decreased from the same •... - Page 15 Drain all fuel lines and any fuel from the heater • ATTENTION: Regular maintenance is required for the Prospector heater to perform as designed. Failure to maintain the heater as required will not only void your warranty but can cause the heater to be dangerous to operate.
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Page 16: Trouble Shooting
Check for soot or carbon deposit build up inside up-tube, under high fire • ring, or on perforated burner shell. Check S-tube for proper seating on up-tube. Wait 30 minutes for heater to • cool down to room temperature before checking internal tubes. International Thermal Research... - Page 17 Pioneer dealer for the need of a longer flue stack height. Note: If Prospector heater is still not functional, contact your authorized Prospector dealer or ITR. ITR IN CANADA: ITR IN THE UNITED STATES: 2431 Simpson Road Suite D-3, 4018 NE 112 Ave.
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