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FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. DO NOT try to light any appliance.
3. DO NOT use electrical switches.
4. DO NOT use any telephone in
your building.
5. Extinguish any open flame.
6. Leave the building.
7. Immediately call your local gas
supplier after leaving the building.
Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
8. If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the Fire Department.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Keep all flammable objects, liquids and
vapors the minimum required clear-
ances to combustibles away from
heater.
Some objects will catch fire or explode
when placed close to heater.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, injury or property
damage.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can result in death, injury or
property damage. Read the Installation, Operation
and Service Manual thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.
Installation must be done by a contractor qualified
in the installation and service of gas-fired heating
equipment or your gas supplier.
© 2018 Roberts-Gordon LLC
Gas Fired, Low Intensity
Unitary Heater
Installation, Operation &
Please take the time to read and understand
these instructions prior to any installation.
Installer must give a copy of this manual to the owner.
Keep this manual in a safe place in order to provide
your service technician with necessary information.
Val-Co
210 E. Main Street
P.O. Box 117
Coldwater, OH 45828 USA
Telephone: 800.998.2526
Fax: 419.678.2200
www.val-co.com
ES
Service Manual
ES-40
ES-60
ES-80
ES-100
ES-125
ES-150
ES-175
Installer
Owner
P/N VES36100NA Rev D 05/18
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- Page 1 FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas: 1. Open windows. 2. DO NOT try to light any appliance. 3. DO NOT use electrical switches. 4. DO NOT use any telephone in your building. 5. Extinguish any open flame. 6. Leave the building. 7.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: Heater Safety............1 10.5 Ladder Diagram ............43 1.1 Manpower Requirements ..........1 SECTION 11: Operation and Maintenance......44 1.2 Safety Labels and Their Placement ......1 11.1 Sequence of Operation ..........44 1.3 California Proposition 65 ..........1 11.2 To Shut Off Heater............ -
Page 5: Section 1: Heater Safety
SECTION 1: H EATER AFETY SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY For additional copies of the Installation, Operation and Service Manual, please contact Val-Co. Your Safety is Important to Us! This symbol is used throughout 1.1 Manpower Requirements the manual to notify you of possible fire, electrical or burn To prevent personal injury and damage to the heater, hazards. - Page 6 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL FIGURE 1: Top and Bottom Panel Label Placement Description Part Number Logo Label 91013205 Vent Length Label 91039500 Gas Connection Label 91018122 Burner Status Light Label 91033301 2 of 53...
- Page 7 SECTION 1: H EATER AFETY FIGURE 2: Side and Back Panel Label Placement Description Part Number Rating Plate Label 91010405 Lighting Instruction Plate Label 91029602 Wiring Label 91030308 Clearances to Combustibles Label 91013430 Proposition 65 Label 91070016 Thermostat Connection Label (not shown) 91037902 3 of 53...
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Page 8: Section 2: Installer Responsibility
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL SECTION 2: INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITY permanent ink according to your model number and configuration in the open spaces on the tag. The installer is responsible for the following: • To install the heater, as well as the gas and 2.2 Corrosive Chemicals electrical supplies, in accordance with applicable specifications and codes. -
Page 9: Section 3: Clearances To Combustibles
SECTION 3: C LEARANCES TO OMBUSTIBLES SECTION 3: CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES WARNING 3.1 Required Clearances to Combustibles Clearances are the required distances that combustible objects must be away from the heater to prevent serious fire hazards. Combustibles are materials that may catch on fire and include common items such as wood, paper, rubber, fabric, etc. - Page 10 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL NOTE: 1. All dimensions are from the surfaces of all tubes, couplings and elbows. 2. Clearances B, C and D can be reduced by 50% after 25' (7.5 m) of tubing downstream from where the burner and burner tube connect. FIGURE 3: LEVEL REFLECTOR (inches) (centimeters)
- Page 11 SECTION 3: C LEARANCES TO OMBUSTIBLES NOTE: 1. All dimensions are from the surfaces of all tubes, couplings and elbows. 2. Clearances B, C and D can be reduced by 50% after 25' (7.5 m) of tubing downstream from where the burner and burner tube connect. FIGURE 6: U-TUBE, LEVEL REFLECTOR (inches) (centimeters)
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Page 12: Section 4: National Standards And Applicable Codes
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL SECTION 4: NATIONAL STANDARDS AND APPLICABLE CODES 4.1 Gas Codes 4.3 Public Garages Type of gas appearing on the nameplate must be Installation in garages must be in accordance the type of gas used. Installation must comply with the following codes: with national and local codes and requirements United States: Refer to Standard for Parking... -
Page 13: Section 5: Major Components
SECTION 5: M AJOR OMPONENTS SECTION 5: MAJOR COMPONENTS FIGURE 9: Major Component Descriptions - Standard Reflector Burner with Tube Standard Gasket Reflector Must be installed with (Aluminum or the flame observation Stainless window facing down. Steel) Alternate overlap as shown on overview and on Page 22, Figure 6.5.1. - Page 14 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL FIGURE 10: Major Component Descriptions - High Efficiency Reflector High Efficiency Reflector Burner with Tube (Aluminum only) Gasket Alternate Must be installed with the flame observation overlap as shown on window facing down. overview on Page 22, Step 6.5.1.
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Page 15: Standard Parts List
SECTION 5: M AJOR OMPONENTS 5.1 Standard Parts List Table 1: Contents of the Burner Carton Part No. Description ES-40 ES-60 ES-80 ES-100 ES-125 ES-150 ES-175 47481X Burner Assembly (Rate and Fuel Varies) 92700025 Gasket (Burner to Burner Tube) VES36100NA Installation, Operation and Service Manual 92113900 Hex Head Nuts 5/16"... - Page 16 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL Table 3: Contents of High Efficiency Core and Extension Packages Core Packages Extension Packages Aluminized Aluminized Part No. Description (3m) (6m) (9m) (12m) (3m) (6m) (9m) (12m) 91409408 Tube, HT Aluminized, 10 (3 m) 03051105 Burner Tube ST, ALUMI-THERM Steel, 10...
- Page 17 SECTION 5: M AJOR OMPONENTS Table 4: Component Package Guide Tubing Length Standard Core Packages-Wide Pattern Model Minimum Aluminized ES-40 10’ (3m) CPWST10ALUM ES-60 20’ (6m) 474828 ES-80 20’ (6m) 474828 ES-100 30’ (9m) 474829 ES-125 40’ (12m) 474830 ES-150 50’...
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Page 18: Section 6: Heater Installation
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL SECTION 6: HEATER INSTALLATION Expansion and contraction of the tube dictates that the minimum suspension lengths must be WARNING maintained. See table on Page 15, Figure 11. Severe Injury Hazard Secure burner to burner tube with nuts and lockwashers. - Page 19 SECTION 6: H EATER NSTALLATION FIGURE 11: Critical Hanger Placement Run Length Typical Expansion Minimum “X” Length Description 10' (3 m) - 50' (15.2 m) ±1" (3 cm) 12" (30.5 cm) S-Hook 51' (15.5 m) - 60' (18.3 m) ±2" (5 cm) 18"...
- Page 20 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL FIGURE 12: Linear Heater Assembly Overview 16 of 53...
- Page 21 SECTION 6: H EATER NSTALLATION FIGURE 13: Linear Heater Layout Overview 17 of 53...
- Page 22 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL Step 6.1 Burner Tube Installation Description Burner Tube S-Hook Tube/Reflector Hanger Step 6.2 Tube Clamp Package Installation Description Tube Clamp Package 18 of 53...
- Page 23 SECTION 6: H EATER NSTALLATION Step 6.3 Coupling and Tube Assembly Close coupling and slide Insert wide end of slide bar/coupling lock into opposite end into tab. guide rail on opposite end of tabs. Slide the slide Position tab underneath bar/coupling lock up the guide rail until snug guide rail.
- Page 24 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL Step 6.3.2 Coupling and Tube Assembly (Continued) Tube Length Model Minimum ES-40 10’ (3 m) ES-60 20 (6 m) ES-80 20' (6 m) ES-100 30' (9 m) ES-125 40' (12 m) ES-150 50’ (15 m) ES-175 6"...
- Page 25 SECTION 6: H EATER NSTALLATION Step 6.5 Reflector Installation WARNING Fire Hazard Support reflector with reflector hanger and support strap. Reflector must not touch tube. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, injury or property damage. Description Tube/Reflector Hanger Burner Tube Reflector 96"...
- Page 26 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL Step 6.5.1 Reflector, U-Clip and Reflector Support Installation The pictorial drawings of the heater construction in reflector supports and U-clips depend on the Section 6 are schematic only and provide a general individual installation. Use either pop rivets or sheet guideline of where hangers, reflector supports and metal screws instead of u-clips when installing end U-clips are to be installed.
- Page 27 SECTION 6: H EATER NSTALLATION Step 6.6 Burner Installation Description Burner Lock Washer NOTE: To ensure proper orientation, attached burner tube with tube weld Gasket facing downward 23 of 53...
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Page 28: Section 7: Optional Heater Accessories
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL SECTION 7: OPTIONAL HEATER ACCESSORIES WARNING Cut/Pinch Hazard Wear protective gear during installation, operation and service. Edges are sharp. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury. 7.1 U-Tube Configuration Heaters (except ES-40) are approved for optional U- tube configurations. - Page 29 SECTION 7: O PTIONAL EATER CCESSORIES FIGURE 14: U-Tube Heater Assembly Overview FIGURE 15: U-tube reflector kit (optional) Secure overlap with six #8 sheet metal screws. Reflector Joints Reflector Junctions Description Kit, U-tube reflector kit 25 of 53...
- Page 30 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL FIGURE 16: U-Tube Heater Layout Overview a = 14” (36 cm) Reflector Width (Not Shown) b = 2” (5 cm) End Cap to Burner c = 2” (5 cm) End Cap Hanger d = 7’ 6” (2.3 cm) Distance Between First and Second Hangers e = 10’...
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Page 31: Elbow Package Configuration
SECTION 7: O PTIONAL EATER CCESSORIES 7.2 Elbow Package Configuration Step 7.2.1 Elbow Installation Minimum Distance Required Between Burner and Elbow Minimum Model Distance ES-40 Description ES-60 10' (3 m) Elbow Package ES-80 10' (3 m) 90° Elbow ES-100 15' (4.5 m) Coupling ES-125 15' (4.5 m) - Page 32 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL Step 7.2.4 Reflector Joint Installation Step 7.2.5 Reflector Joint Detail FIGURE 17: Reflector Joint Detail 28 of 53...
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Page 33: Reflector Side Extension
SECTION 7: O PTIONAL EATER CCESSORIES 7.3 Reflector Side Extension Step 7.3.1 Bracket Installation Description Reflector Side Extension Package Reflector Side Extension 96" (244 cm) Retainer Clips Sheet Metal Screws Order Separately Reflector Side Extension Bracket Step 7.3.2 Side Reflector Installation 29 of 53... -
Page 34: Lower Clearance Shield Installation
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 7.4 Lower Clearance Shield Installation Step 7.4.1 Shield Support Strap Assembly Reflector 12" (30 cm) 17" (43 cm) Align Pilot Holes Lower Clearance Shield Locknuts Washers Description Lower Clearance Shield Package Shield Support Strap Lower Clearance Shield 8' (2.4 m) Screws Locknut #8... -
Page 35: Section 8: Venting
SECTION 8: V ENTING SECTION 8: VENTING Any portion of vent pipe passing through a WARNING combustible wall must have an approved thimble to conform with the above listed codes. Vent pipe must be sloped downward away from the heater 1/2'' (1 cm) for every 20' (6 m). The heater may be individually vented or common vented. -
Page 36: Unvented Operation
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 8.2 Unvented Operation 8.6 Length Requirements Sufficient ventilation must be provided in the amount The maximum vent length allowed is 45' (13.7 m). of 4 cfm per 1000 Btu/h firing rate (United States); 3 The maximum outside air supply duct length allowed cfm per 1000 Btu/h firing rate (Canada). -
Page 37: Horizontal Ventilation 4'' (10 Cm) Pipe
SECTION 8: V ENTING 8.8 Horizontal Ventilation 4'' (10 cm) Pipe SIDE VIEW Combustible or Non-Combustible Wall Only Non-Combustible Wall Vent Adapter Vent Adapter 18" (46 cm) Min. 4" (10 cm) Single Wall Pipe Vent Terminal 4" (10 cm) Single Wall Pipe Vent Terminal Description Vent Terminal (Comb. -
Page 38: Common Side Wall Venting
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 8.10 Common Side Wall Venting Description Vent Terminal 6" (15 cm) Requirements: • Maximum of two heaters can be commonly vented through a side wall. • Heaters must be of the same BTU output. •... -
Page 39: Common Vertical Venting
SECTION 8: V ENTING 8.11 Common Vertical Venting Requirements: • Maximum of four heaters can be commonly vented through the roof. • Heaters must be of the same BTU output. • Heaters must be controlled by a common thermostat. • Connections to a common stack must be positioned to avoid direct opposition between streams of combustion gases. -
Page 40: Outside Combustion Air Supply
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 8.12 Outside Combustion Air Supply 8.12.1 Length Requirements IMPORTANT: If the building has a slight negative Follow the constraints listed on Page 32, Section 8.6. pressure or corrosive contaminants, such as halogenated hydrocarbons, are present in the air, an outside combustion air supply to the heater is required. - Page 41 SECTION 8: V ENTING 8.12.3 Horizontal Outside Air Supply for Single Heater Installation 4" (10 cm) Single Wall Pipe Vent Cap Flex Hose (Recommended) Burner Band Clamp (Recommended) Description Vent Cap 4" (10 cm) 8.12.4 Vertical Outside Air with Outside Air Inlet Kit Description Part Number Description...
- Page 42 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 8.12.5 Vertical Outside Air Supply for Double Heater Installation Description Vent Cap 6" (15 cm) Requirements: • Heaters must be controlled by a common thermostat. 8.12.6 Horizontal Outside Air Supply for Double Heater Installation Description Vent Cap 6"...
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Page 43: Section 9: Gas Piping
SECTION 9: G IPING SECTION 9: GAS PIPING Install the gas hose as shown on Page 40, Figure 19. The gas hose accommodates expansion of the WARNING heating system and allows for easy installation and service of the burner. Before connecting the burners to the supply system, verify that all high pressure testing of the gas piping has been completed. - Page 44 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL FIGURE 19: Gas Connection with Flexible Gas Hose See Page 53, Section 14 Description High gas pressure regulator ½” – 2 PSI High gas pressure regulator ¾” – 5 PSI Description 1/2" Flexible Stainless Steel Gas Hose (US Models) 3/4"...
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Page 45: Section 10: Wiring
SECTION 10: W IRING SECTION 10: WIRING Heaters can be controlled using several methods. DANGER Normally thermostats are used to control the heaters but they can also be controlled by an energy management system. Section 10.1 illustrates the connection for heaters controlled by a line voltage thermostat. -
Page 46: Low Voltage Thermostat Wiring With Multiple Burners
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 10.3 Low Voltage Thermostat Wiring with Multiple Burners Transformer Relay FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW Low Voltage Thermostat Black COIL COIL Purple Black Burner 1 Burner 2 White Low Voltage Terminal Detail on all Burners 120V-60 Hz Gnd. -
Page 47: Internal Wiring
SECTION 10: W IRING 10.4 Internal Wiring MOTOR/BLOWER PRESSURE SWITCH TERMINAL BUSHING WHT BLK POWER SUPPLY PLUG 120V 60 HZ BLUE BLUE THERMOSTAT TRANSFORMER BLUE BURNER ON LED VALVE FLAME SENSE IGNITER IGNITION MODULE 10.5 Ladder Diagram 120VAC LINE NUETRAL (L1) (L2) BLOWER... -
Page 48: Section 11: Operation And Maintenance
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL SECTION 11: OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING DANGER Electrical Shock Hazard Explosion Hazard Burn Hazard Cut/Pinch Hazard Turn off gas supply to Allow heater to cool Wear protective gear Disconnect electric before service. heater before service. before service. -
Page 49: Maintenance Checklist
SECTION 11: O PERATION AND AINTENANCE NOTE: Gas flow and burner ignition are among the set forth in the VAL-CO manuals and all applicable first things that should be throughly inspected. governmental authorities pertaining to the Please see Page 45, Section 11.5 for suggested installation, service, operation and labeling of the items to inspect. - Page 50 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL Burner Cup and Orifice Clear of obstructions (even spider webs will cause problems). Carefully remove any dust and debris from the burner. Electrode Replace if there are cracked ceramics, excessive carbon residue, or erosion of the electrode.
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Page 51: Section 12: Troubleshooting
SECTION 12: T ROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING DANGER Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electric before service. Heater must be properly earthed. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock. WARNING Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard Burn Hazard Cut/Pinch Hazard Keep all flammable Turn off gas supply to Allow heater to cool... -
Page 52: Troubleshooting Flow Chart
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 12.1 Troubleshooting Flow Chart 48 of 53... - Page 53 SECTION 12: T ROUBLESHOOTING 49 of 53...
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Page 54: Manifold Gas Pressure Setting
ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL 12.2 Manifold Gas Pressure Setting 50 of 53... -
Page 55: Section 13: Replacement Parts
SECTION 13: R EPLACEMENT ARTS SECTION 13: REPLACEMENT PARTS WARNING DANGER Electrical Shock Hazard Explosion Hazard Carbon Monoxide Hazard Fire Hazard Use only genuine ROBERTS GORDON ® replacement parts per this installation, operation and service manual. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, electric shock, injury or property damage. See warnings and important information before removing or replacing parts. - Page 56 ES-S ERIES NSTALLATION PERATION AND ERVICE ANUAL FIGURE 20: Burner Exploded View Val-Co Part Number Description 474834 Gas Valve (Natural) 474835 Gas Valve (LP) 474820 Tube Gasket (Not Shown) 03050900 Blower Inlet Gasket (Not Shown) 90708600-P Motor and Blower Assembly 91911700 Air Adapter Collar (Not Shown) 474828...
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Page 57: Section 14: General Specifications
SECTION 14: GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 14.1 Material Specifications 14.3 Suspension Specifications 14.1.1 Reflectors Hang heater with materials with a minimum working load of 75 lbs (33 kg). See Page 15, Figure 11. .024 Aluminum (Optional .024 Stainless Steel Type 304) 14.4 Controls Specifications 14.2 Heater Specifications Time switches, thermostats, etc.