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Shizuoka Seiki VAL6 GN5 Owner's Manual

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INFRARED GAS HEATER
• This Owner's Manual provides important information on proper handling, operation,
and maintenance. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS, PRECAUTIONS,
OR SAFETY TIPS IN THIS MANUAL AUTOMATICALLY VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
• FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS, PRECAUTIONS, AND
SAFETY TIPS IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE,
EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXIATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, AND /
OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
• Read and thoroughly understand this Owner's Manual before using the heater in
any way, including unpacking, assembling, fueling, inspecting, lighting, operating,
adjusting, turning off, cooling down, moving, or storing the heater.
• Please keep this Manual for the user's need and reference.
• Do not allow anyone who has not read and understood this Owner's Manual to
assemble, inspect, light, operate, adjust, turn off, cool down, refuel, move, or store
the heater.
• The requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction shall be followed.
• The installation of the unit shall be in accordance with the regulations of the
authorities having jurisdiction.
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  • Page 1 INFRARED GAS HEATER IMPORTANT • This Owner’s Manual provides important information on proper handling, operation, and maintenance. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS, PRECAUTIONS, OR SAFETY TIPS IN THIS MANUAL AUTOMATICALLY VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. • FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS, PRECAUTIONS, AND SAFETY TIPS IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXIATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, AND /...
  • Page 2 GENERAL HAZARD WARNING: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER, CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXIATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, AND / OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
  • Page 3 Shizuoka Seiki. If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your infrared gas heater, please consult with your Shizuoka Seiki dealer. If you have any questions or want to know more detailed information about the heater, please contact your dealer. If any irregular or missing pages are found in this Manual, please contact your dealer and we will replace them with new ones.
  • Page 4 • This Manual aims to supply the user with detailed information on how to properly use, operate and service this VAL6 Heater. • The VAL6 GN5, VAL6 GP5, and the standard equipment are used as the basis for explanations, pictures, and illustrations in this manual.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Location of Safety Labels ................1 Safety Information ..................3 Specifications ....................8 Heater Specifications ....................8 Gas Requirement ......................8 Wiring Diagram ......................8 Main Components ..................9 Safety Devices .....................10 Operation ......................10 Gas Cylinder Installation .................... 10 Hose Connection ....................... 10 Check Leakage ......................11 Adjusting the 2nd pressure for solenoid valve ............11 Gas Cylinder Numbers for Operation .................

  • Page 6: Location Of Safety Labels

    Location of Safety Labels • Safety labels provide important information for safe use of the heater. Do not remove or soil them. • If any labels are illegible or have been removed, contact your dealer for replacements. (3) Hot surface warning label (1) Danger/warning labels (2) Danger/warning/ caution label...
  • Page 7 Location of Safety Labels (3) Hot surface warning label (4) Specification labels 　 SERIAL NO. is required for consulting with your dealer.  (5) Wiring diagram label...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    These precautions must also be followed thereafter. Use proper gas for the heater as described below. Use proper gas VAL6 GN5 = Natural GAS for the heater VAL6 GP5 = Propane GAS Check the specifications on your heater before using the heater.
  • Page 9 When replacing parts, use only the genuine parts made or approved by Use only genuine Shizuoka Seiki. Please note that we shall not be held responsible or liable parts for any damage or accident that results from using any unapproved or non- genuine parts.
  • Page 10 Safety Information Keep flammable To prevent fires, please keep all flammables more than 8.2 ft. (2.5 m) away materials away from the front of the radiation disk, and more than 6.6 ft. (2 m) away from all from the heater sides (left/right and top/rear) of the heater.
  • Page 11 If excessive abrasion or wear is evident, or the hose is cut, the hose inspected before assembly must be replaced prior to operation of the heater. The replacement each use hose assembly should be equipment specified by Shizuoka Seiki.
  • Page 12 Safety Information The heater, other than a heater with an integral propane gas container, must Keep the heater be located at least: (i) 6 ft. (1.83 m) in the U.S. or (ii) 10 ft. (3 m) in Canada, away from from any propane gas container.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Heater Specifications VAL6 GN5 VAL GP5 Type Radiated direct flame Ignition System High intensity discharge Fuel Natural gas Propane gas Fuel Consumption 137 CFH / 6.1 lbs/h 55.8 CFH / 6.6 lbs/h Heat Output 144,000 BTU/h / 42.2 kW Dimensions (H×D×W)

  • Page 14: Main Components

    Main Components 1 Radiation disk 5 Burner grip 9 Blower 2 Protector 6 Burner cover 10 Tip-over switch 3 Wheel 7 Switch section 11 Legs 4 Knob bolt 8 Handle 12 Filter Switch Section Burner Section 13 Air switch 17 Fuse 21 Operating lamp 14 Solenoid valve 18 Ignition transformer...

  • Page 15: Safety Devices

    Safety Devices Description of Safety Devices Automatically extinguishes the flame if the heater overheats. Overheat protection Operating condition: Misfire lamp lights and the post purge sequence runs for about 5 minutes if the heater is in operation. This shuts off the power supply in case of excessive electric current due to Electric overload system (Fuse) problems with the devices.

  • Page 16: Check Leakage

    Operation Check Leakage • Check all connections for leaks. Apply a soap and water solution to all connections and check for bubbles. If any leaks are detected, retightening of connections is required immediately. • Shut off the gas supply valve before refastening the connections. •...
  • Page 17 Operation 3. Start the combustion operation. (Refer to Ignition on page 15.) Regulator 4. Loosen and remove the top cap of the regulator, and adjust the 2nd pressure with a Phillips screwdriver. Clockwise: To raise pressure Counterclockwise: To reduce pressure POINT: GN5: 1.8 inches w.c.

  • Page 18: Gas Cylinder Numbers For Operation

    Operation Gas Cylinder Numbers for Operation Vaporization Rate 100 LB Propane Cylinders (approximate) Maximum continuous draw in BTU per hour at various temperatures expressed in Fahrenheit. This heater cannot be used at less than 144,000 BTU, thus keep supplied amount at over 144,000. 20 degree F (-6.7 ºC) Lbs.

  • Page 19: Adjust The Angle Of Main Unit

    Also, if the power cord or plug needs to be replaced, replace only with genuine or Shizuoka Seiki-approved replacement parts. 1. Make sure that the operating switch is “OFF” and then plug the heater’s power plug into an approved, grounded, 3-wire...

  • Page 20: Operation Procedures

    Operation Operation Procedures • If you detect smoke or a burning smell coming from the heater, turn the heater off immediately to prevent a fire, and contact your dealer to have the heater inspected prior to further operation. • If the heater does not ignite the first time, do not try to ignite more than 2 more times in a row thereafter, as this could result in a fire.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Control Device (Thermostat)

    Operation Connecting the Control Device (Thermostat) Terminals (A) 1. Uncouple the terminals (A) attached to the tips of the white wires coming out of the right side of the burner cover. 2. Connect both the male and female terminals, which are uncoupled, to the connectors (B) of the control device.

  • Page 22: Filter Replacement

    Maintenance • Before starting any inspection or service, to avoid electrical shock, please make sure the heater is shut down and that the power cord is disconnected. • When cleaning the heater, please wear gloves to prevent possible injury. • Do not use a pressure washer for cleaning the heater. 1.

  • Page 23: Storage

    Storage If the heater is stored or not used for an extended period of time, shut off the main valve for natural/ propane gas and disconnect the gas hose. When storing the heater, please disconnect the power plug from the extension cord and/or the AC outlet and store the heater indoors where it is less humid.

  • Page 25: Warranty Policy

    Maintenance Instructions, safety guides and labels contained with each unit. If any component proves defective in either material or workmanship during the limited warranty period, Shizuoka Seiki, at its option, repair the defective part or equipment, or replace it with a new part or equipment.
  • Page 26 USER REGISTRATION Please enter the following temporary ID & Password and complete the user registration form on our website. By completing your registration, you will obtain your own ID & Password. This allows you to download the owner’s manual and/or parts list from our website.

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