Frost Fighter IHS 1500 Installation - Operation/Maintenance Instructions And Parts List
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FROST
FROST
FROST
GAS - FIRED CONSTRUCTION HEATER
PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS
MODEL IHS 1500
JULY 2014
TO PRESENT
Installation - Operation
Maintenance Instructions
and Parts List
READ INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO STARTING HEATERS
FROST FIGHTER INC.
100-1500 NOTRE DAME
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA
CANADA R3P 0E9
TEL : (204) 775-8252
FAX: (204) 783-6794
TOLL FREE: (888) 792-0374
JULY, 2014
WWW.FROST-FIGHTER.COM
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Page 1: Maintenance Instructions
FROST FROST FROST GAS - FIRED CONSTRUCTION HEATER PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS MODEL IHS 1500 JULY 2014 TO PRESENT Installation - Operation Maintenance Instructions and Parts List READ INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO STARTING HEATERS FROST FIGHTER INC. 100-1500 NOTRE DAME WINNIPEG, MANITOBA... - Page 2 5. There is no evidence that the unit has been subject to tampering or deliberate destruction. No representative of Frost Fighter Inc., nor any of its distributors or dealers, is authorized to assume for Frost fighter Inc. any other obligations or liability in connection with this product, not alter the terms of the warranty in any way.
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Page 3: For Your Safety
INSTALLATION- OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO OPERATING HEATER GENERAL HAZARD WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 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 4: Hazard Definitions
INSTRUCTION MANUAL INDIRECT FIRED CONSTRUCTION HEATER HAZARD DEFINITIONS The following will be used throughout this manual to bring attention to hazards and their risk factors, or to special information. DANGER Denotes presence of a hazard which, if ignored, will result in severe personal injury, death or substantial property damage. -
Page 5: General Notes
1. The heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater under ANSI Z83.7-/ CSA 2.14-2011 2. Frost fighter Inc cannot anticipate every use, which may be made of our heaters. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE AND SAFETY AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT SAFE APPLICATIONS. - Page 6 CONNECTING THE PROPANE TANK 1. The gas connection on the heater is 1 1/4” NPT. Ensure you have the proper fittings to connect to the heater. 2. The maximum supply pressure to the heater is 14” W.C. (1/2 PISG). 3. Ensure the proper regulators are installed to reduce the tank pressure to 14”W.C. maximum 11”W.C.
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Page 7: Installation Instructions
Remove the front cover from the Ah4 two stage actuator and fire the heater on low fire. Adjust the low fire cam until the reading on the ague is the same as the figure recorded on the rating plate. See picture 3 and 4. -
Page 8: Pre-Installation Checklist
GAS LEAKAGE TESTING After removal for service or replacing components on the gas manifold a gas leakage test must be performed. Close main gas firing valve on the gas manifold. Connect your source gas to the gas manifold. Once connections are tightened, open source gas, fire unit. On each connection and fitting, apply soap solution and check for bubbles. -
Page 9: Vent System
VENT SYSTEM The flue gas venting system must be in good condition and must comply with all the applicable codes. OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS: For outdoor installation a vent cap must be installed and fastened. INDOOR INSTALLATIONS: Must be done in accordance to NFPA 54 (or CSA B149) with local authorities having jurisdictions. 1. - Page 10 Straight section Vent Diameter: 12" Material: Single wall steel pipe or type A vent IHS 1500 Vent installations shall conform with local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the National...
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Page 11: Electrical Supply
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY Verify that the power connections available are correct for the Unit. All power must be supplied through the disconnect. INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL THERMOSTAT Plug the thermostat directly into the receptacle. WARNING: THE RECEPTACLE IS USED FOR INSTALLING THE THERMOSTAT ONLY! THIS IS NOT A POWER SOURCE. PREPARE THE BURNER FOR START-UP Start-up checklist –... -
Page 12: Cleaning The Heat Exchanger
CLEANING THE HEAT EXCHANGER To clean the secondary of heat exchanger remove the clean out panel located above the burner. This gives you access to the heat exchanger. Remove the exchanger panel and flue baffles. With a brush clean out the secondary walls. When re-installing the exchanger panel replace the gasket and re-apply high temperature silicone rated to 800F. -
Page 13: Ignition Electrode
POSITIONING OF THE IGNITION ELECTRODE FOR STRAIGHT GAS BURNERS USING A FLAT DIFFUSER PLATE. IGNITION ELECTRODE: The ignition electrode is positioned as shown, with the horizontal part of the electrode flush with the diffuser plate. Leaving a gap of 1/16” to 1/8” wide. The pointing direction of the electrode is as shown, but is not critical. - Page 14 BEARING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: To prevent premature failure – please ensure greasing instructions below are applied. As well, tighten bearing set screws, collars, and wheel lugs every four to six months. ENGINEERING – BALL & ROLLER BEARINGS LUBRICATION For bearings that are equipped with a hydraulic grease fitting threaded into the housing for ease of lubrication, the proper amount of lubricant in the bearing is important.
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Page 15: Lubrication Frequency
TABLE I. RECOMMENDED LUBRICATION Ball Bearings Roller Bearings Shaft Size Grease Charge Shaft Size Grease Charge (inches) (ounces) (inches) (ounces) 1 – 1 ½ 0.15 1 – ½ to 1 – 1 1/16 0.32 Frequency of re-lubrication depends upon operating conditions. The bearing operating temperature is the best index for determining a re-lubrication schedule. -
Page 16: Motor Pulley
TENSIONING V-BELT DRIVES 1. Ideal tension is the lowest tension at which the belt will not slip under peak load conditions. 2. Check tension frequently during the first 24-48 hours of operation. 3. Over-tensioning shortens the belt and bearing life. 4. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE The equipment has been electrically and fire tested prior to shipment. However, during transit, misadjustment of controls and loose wires could develop. Do not assume a control is defective until it and its associated wiring is checked. This equipment has many items supplied to us by outside vendors. - Page 18 BURNER STARTING DIFFICULTIES AND THEIR CAUSES: 1. The burner goes to lockout after the prepurge period because the flame does not ignite. a. Air has not been fully evacuated from the gas lines. b. The gas valve is passing too little gas. c.
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Page 19: Linkage Adjustment
LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT: Starting linkage settings should be: Air damper arm travel: 3 5/8" Actuator arm: 1st hole High fire damper setting:... - Page 20 LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT: HIGH/LOW CONTROL Start the burner. In high fire, take a meter reading and if necessary, readjust the outlet pressure of the regulator. Now check the excess air and readjust the damper position by readjusting the linkage rod. Mark the damper position on the quadrant.
- Page 22 IHS 1500 Wiring Panel...
- Page 23 Manifolds IHS 1500 1" Conversion Valve 6 Pilot regulator 1 1/4" shut off ball valve 7 Pilot 3/8" shut off ball valve Asco solenoid valve 8 1 1/4" shut off ball valve Pilot 3/8" shut off ball valve 9 Maxitrol 1/2 psig regulator...
- Page 24 IHS-1500 LPNG WIRING SCHEMATIC (Page 1)
- Page 25 IHS-1500 LPNG WIRING SCHEMATIC (Page 2)
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