Re-Verber-Ray DET3 Series Insert Manual

Positive pressure, two-stage radiant heater system

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DET3 Series
Insert Manual
For complete installation instructions, see the Tube Heater General Manual
that accompanies this Series Insert Manual.
The DET3 Series Infrared Tube Heater is a positive pressure, two-stage radiant heater system. This insert
manual is a supplement to the Tube Heater General Manual and provides specific information related to
the DET3 Series model. All persons involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of the
heater system must read and understand the information in this insert manual and the accompanying
Tube Heater General Manual.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operation and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
This heater must be installed and serviced by trained gas installation and service
personnel only. Failure to comply could result in personal injury, asphyxiation, death,
fire or property damage.
In locations used for the storage of combustible materials, signs must be posted to
specify the maximum permissible stacking height to maintain the required clearances
from the heater to the combustibles. Signs must either be posted adjacent to the
heater thermostats or in the absence of such thermostats, in a conspicuous location.
Not for residential use! Do not use this heater in the home, sleeping quarters,
attached garages, etc. Installation of a commercial tube heater system in
residential indoor spaces may result in property damage, serious injury,
asphyxiation or death.
For Your Safety
If you smell gas:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
WARNING
!
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
• Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
Keep these instructions for future reference.
LIODET3-Rev. 27512
Print: Rev.21511_2M-8/11-r4_11/13(CDS)
Replaces: LIODET3-2M-7/09(CDS)

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  • Page 1 For complete installation instructions, see the Tube Heater General Manual that accompanies this Series Insert Manual. The DET3 Series Infrared Tube Heater is a positive pressure, two-stage radiant heater system. This insert manual is a supplement to the Tube Heater General Manual and provides specific information related to the DET3 Series model.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DET3 Series Contents .0 Safety..............3 Safety Labels and Locations .
  • Page 3: Safety

    DET3 Series Safety • Safety Labels and Locations Safety Read and understand all safety information and warnings in this Insert Manual and the Tube Heater General Manual before installation, operation and maintenance of the radiant tube heater system. Safety Labels and Their Locations Product safety signs or labels should be replaced by the product user when they no longer are legible.
  • Page 4: Clearances To Combustibles

    2. Remove cover by lifting top cover upward and outward. CAUTION: HOT SURFACE. KEEP COVER IN PLACE. REMOVE FOR SERVICE ONLY. Rating RE-VERBER-RAY INFRA-RED RADIANT TUBE HEATER ® RE-VERBER-RAY INFRA-RED RADIANT TUBE HEATER FOR INDOOR (Non-Residential) INSTALLATION ONLY. Class IIIA Permanent Label ®...
  • Page 5 DET3 Series Safety • Clearance to Combustibles When installing the tube heater system, clearances to combustibles for the model tube heater and configuration must be maintained. Refer to Chart 1.1 below to determine the required distances for your model. Chart 1.1 • Clearance to Combustibles in Inches (see Figure 1.1 for Mounting Angles) Side Mounting...
  • Page 6: Installation

    • Running current 1.1 amps NOTICE Connecting the thermostat with a voltage other than 24VAC may damage the heater. The DET3 Series requires a 24VAC connection to the thermostat. The DET3 Series is equipped with an internal relay board. A field supplied external transformer must be installed, see wiring diagram (Figures 2.1A-B).
  • Page 7: Wiring

    DET3 Series Installation • Wiring Wiring WARNING Electric Shock Field wiring to the tube heater must be connected and grounded in accordance with national, state, provincial, local codes and to the guidelines in the Tube Heater General Manual and Series Insert Manual.
  • Page 8 DET3 Series Installation • Wiring Before field wiring this appliance - Check existing wiring; replace if necessary. NOTE: If any of the original wire supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with wiring material having a temperature rating of at least 105° C. Figure 2.2 •...
  • Page 9 DET3 Series Installation This page intentionally left blank. There are no alternative wiring diagrams for the DET3 Series...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    DET3 Series Installation • Product Specifications Specifications Chart 2.1 • Specifications DET3-20-65 N or LP 65,000 50,000 21’-9” 13’-1” 9’ to 14’ Alum 20.2 DET3-20-75 N or LP 75,000 50,000 21’-9” 13’-1” 10’ to 15’ Alum 20.2 DET3-30-65 N or LP 65,000 50,000 31’-5”...
  • Page 11: Tube Installation Sequence

    DET3 Series Installation • Tube Sequence • Heater Length Figure 2.4 • Tube Installation Sequence Important! The combustion chamber(s) & radiant tube section(s) must be installed in the following order. 20 Foot 30 Foot 40 Foot Aluminized steel secondary combustion chamber location on 150-200 MBH models. Stainless steel clamp location on 175 - 200 MBH models (P/N: TP-220).
  • Page 12: Operation

    NOTE: Reference Tube Heater General Manual for installation requirements. Sequence of Operation Two voltages (120VAC supply and 24VAC control) must be supplied to the DET3 Series burner control box for proper operation. Starting Circuit: Upon a call for heat, the low fire relay is energized by 24VAC from the thermostat. The relay is closed sending 120VAC to the blower beginning the sequence of operation.
  • Page 13: Thermostat

    NOTE: Different thermostats operate according to their particular features. Refer to thermostat specifications for details. DET3 Series heaters require a 24VAC, two stage thermostat to operate. The burner control box is equipped with a round terminal strip that accepts three (3) 1/4 in. female spade terminals. Do not supply 120VAC to the 24VAC connection.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide

    DET3 Series Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Turn up thermostat. Find the source of the Remove obstruction electrical problem. and lubricate blower. Is the power at the Is the blower Does the fan heater 120VAC? obstructed? blower turn on? Replace igniter. Adjust gap.
  • Page 15 DET3 Series Troubleshooting Guide Bypassing any switch is intended for testing purposes only. Do not leave switch bypassed NOTICE during normal operation or the heater’s built-in safety mechanisms will be compromised. Correct wiring or replace relay. Process Start Corrective Question Question Action Is there 120VAC coming to the...
  • Page 16 DET3 Series Troubleshooting Guide Continued from page 14. Check that gas pressure is within minimum and maximum inputs as indicated on the heater’s rating plate. Is gas pressure ok? Check that gas supply pressure meets Correct problem. minimum and maximum requirements. Does the burner Is the heater properly Does the burner...
  • Page 17 DET3 Series Troubleshooting Guide Check the gap on the igniter. Is the gap between Were the gas lines 1/8 in. and 3/16 in.? Adjust gap. purged of air? Purge gas lines. Differential switch may be Replace. faulty or there is a restriction in the exhaust or intake.
  • Page 18: Parts

    DET3 Series Parts • Heater Components and Parts List Parts Figure 5.1 • Burner Assembly Components 3097A 3098 3011 3060 3055 3096A 3002A 3094 3044 3008A 3012 3140, 3141 3001 3094 3580 3099 3005A 3051 1018 264D/F,1264A 1325 3093 3072, 3071, 201B 3052 3010 3033B...
  • Page 19: Tube And Reflector Components

    DET3 Series Parts • Heater Components and Parts List Figure 5.2 • Tube & Reflector Components 20C/D* 26A/C 26A/B 21B, 220 Part # Description Part # Description TP-333 6 ft. Black 120VAC Power Cord TP-3033B DET3 Power Entry Plate TP-550 Spark Transfer Wire - Orange TP-3044 Gas Manifold...
  • Page 20: Kit Contents Check List

    • Kit Contents Check List Kit Contents Check List Chart 5.2 • Kit Contents for DET3 Series - Reference the length column for your model. DET3 Series Kit Contents TP-579 4 in. Hanger TP-82 4 in. Reflector TP-25* 1/4 in. Female...

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