Fostoria RPH-208-A Operation And Installation Manual

OPERATION – – – – INSTALLATION

OPERATION

OPERATION OPERATION

WARNING!

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE THIS PRODUCT BEFORE READING ALL
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE!
AND/OR

DESCRIPTION

The Fostoria Restaurant Patio Heaters offer high efficiency
electric infrared heat. All models are UL and CUL listed.
Recommended for commercial / industrial indoor spot
heating and for unprotected outdoor applications.
The specially designed aluminum reflectors and end caps
deliver infrared heat in a precise pattern to areas such as
seating for outdoor dining or other patio uses.
Not for indoor residential use.

UNPACKING

When unpacking, inspect carefully for any damage that may
have occurred during transit. Check for loose, missing, or
damaged parts. (See parts list.)
Read all instructions before using this heater.
1. Make certain that the power source conforms to the
electrical requirements of the heater.
before installing or servicing. If the power disconnect is out-
of-sight, lock it in the open position and tag it to prevent
unexpected application of power. Failure to do so could
result in fatal electric shock. WARNING: DO NOT DEPEND
UPON A THERMOSTAT OR OTHER SWITCH AS THE
SOLE MEANS OF DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN
INSTALLING OR SERVICING THE HEATER. ALWAYS
DISCONNECT BREAKER
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN FATAL
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
2. This heater is intended ONLY for permanent installation in
accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC), all
applicable local codes and ordinances, and all sections of
this manual. Any variance voids the warranty and may
create unsafe conditions. All wiring should be done by a
qualified electrician, using copper wire only.
3. Special attention must be given to any bonding* (grounding)
information pertaining to this heater. To prevent the risk of
electrocution, the heater must be securely and adequately
bonded. This should be accomplished by connecting a
conductor between the service panel and the green
grounding screw provided on the heater.
proper bond, the bonding means must be tested by a
qualified electrician.
*Bonding is the term that describes the completion of the
electrical circuit back to its source, which allows a breaker or
fuse to clear if a short occurs in the line.
Issue Date: 06-18-99
INSTALLATION – – – – PARTS MANUAL INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PARTS MANUAL PARTS MANUAL PARTS MANUAL
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product you have purchased or would
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contact us via our website
www.fostoriaindustries.com
or by calling 1-800-495-4525.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Disconnect power
AS DESCRIBED
To ensure a
Rev. Date: 8-03-06 Rev. Level: 09

REQUIRED CLEARANCES

Do not install heater closer than 24 inches to a vertical surface, 6 inches
to ceiling or 72 inches from floor or any combustible surface in direct
radiation path.
Power requirements........................RPH-208-A: 208 Volts, 7.69 Amps
Watts................................................1600
BTUs...........................................5461
Overall dimensions........................24" x 5-3/8" x 4-1/2"
Housing..........................................Stainless steel
Reflector ..........................................
UL file number......................................E32304
4. Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the heater. Do not
block or tamper with the heater while it is in operation. Do not
touch heater while it is in operation or just after it has been
turned off, as some parts may be hot enough to cause injury.
5. This heater is intended for general heating applications ONLY.
It must NOT be used in potentially dangerous locations such
as flammable, explosive or chemical-laden atmospheres.
6. Do not attach ductwork to this heater or attempt to use it as
ABOVE.
a make-up air heater. Such use voids the warranty and may
create unsafe conditions.
7. In cases
malfunction of the heater, a back-up system or a temperature
alarm should be used.
8. CAUTION:
operated at voltages no higher than the heating elements and
the heater are designed for. (Lower voltages, however, pose
no problem other than a loss of wattage).
9. Heaters are not intended for process heating applications.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
ECN: N/A
ELECTRIC INFRARED HEATER
MODEL & PART NOS.:
RPH-208-A
(08845039)
RPH-240-A
(08845139)
FIRE, PERSONAL

SPECIFICATIONS

RPH-240-A: 240 Volts, 6.67 Amps
Bright aluminum
where property damage
Check branch voltage.
OIPM P/N 3420397
may result from
Heaters should be
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