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DGS Series
Installation Manual
The DGS Series Electric Infrared Heater is a filtered short-wave unit containing one or two gold-
filtered red lamps. All persons involved with the installation, operation, and maintenance of the heater
system must read and understand the information in this manual.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause
property damage, injury, or death. Read and understand the installation, operating,
and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this
equipment.
INSTALLER: Present this manual to the end user.
Keep these instructions in a clean and dry place for future reference.
Model#: ______________________ Serial #: _____________________________
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WARNING
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(located on rating label)
LIODGS-Rev. 29515
Print: 1M-09/19_r1-01/20 (CDS)
Replaces: LIODGS-5c-01/16 (CDS)
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- Page 1 DGS Series Installation Manual The DGS Series Electric Infrared Heater is a filtered short-wave unit containing one or two gold- filtered red lamps. All persons involved with the installation, operation, and maintenance of the heater system must read and understand the information in this manual.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Series Contents 1.0 Safety ..................3 Safety Symbols . -
Page 3: Safety
Safety • Safety Symbols • Applications Series Safety WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, serious injury, or death. Read and understand the installation, operating, and maintenance instruction thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Only trained, qualified personnel with proper electrical experience may install or service this equipment. -
Page 4: Model Number Designation Chart
Safety • Model Number Designation Chart • Available Models Series Model Number Designation Chart Material Voltage Lamp Wattage Lamp Type Type Lamp Qty. Code Code (Color) Bronzed A = 120 VAC 15 = 1,500 Extruded B = 208 VAC 20 = 2,000 Gold-Filtered Red Aluminum C = 230 VAC... -
Page 5: Clearances To Combustibles
Safety • Clearances to Combustibles Series Clearances to Combustibles WARNING Placement of explosive objects, flammable objects, liquids, and vapors close to the heater may result in explosion, fire, property damage, serious injury, or death. Do not store, or use, explosive objects, liquids, or vapors in the vicinity of the heater. Failure to comply with the published clearances to combustibles could result in personal injury, death, and/or property damage. - Page 6 Safety • Clearances to Combustibles Series Chart 1.1 • Clearances to Combustibles in Inches (see Figure 1.1) Side Model Mounting Wattage Angle Front Behind* Below 0° 1,500 45° 0° 2,000 45° 0° 3,000 45° * A minimum clearance of 36 inches must be maintained from behind another heater. Supplied bracket to be used for 0°...
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Page 7: Safety Labels And Their Locations
Safety • Safety Labels and Their Locations Series Safety Labels and Their Locations It is important to provide warnings to alert individuals to potential hazards and safety actions. Signs should state the hazards for the particular application and be legible to the building occupants. Consult the factory or a factory representative for additional information on signage compliance. -
Page 8: Standards, Certifications, And Government Regulations
, local ordinances, and any special diagrams from the manufacturer. Canada: Refer to Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 Part 1 (latest edition). Detroit Radiant Products Company units comply or are certified by one or more of the following organizations or standards: •... -
Page 9: Installation
Installation • Design Series Installation WARNING Read and understand the installation, operating, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Design To ensure a safe, properly designed heating system, a layout should be developed for the correct placement of the infrared heater(s). Aside from safety factors such as clearances to combustibles (see Chart 1.1 on page 6), consideration should also be given to factors such as the environment (e.g., cold/drafty, average, protected), heat coverage (sq. - Page 10 8 to 10 5 to 13 * Clearances to combustibles published in the DGS Series Installation Manual and on safety labels must be maintained at all times. Factory recommended mounting heights are listed as a guideline. If infrared heaters are mounted too low or too high, they may result in discomfort or lack of heat.
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Page 11: Heater Mounting
Installation • Heater Mounting Series Heater Mounting WARNING Improper suspension of the infrared heater may result in collapse and being crushed. Always suspend from a permanent part of the building structure that can support the total force and weight of the heater. Failure to maintain minimum clearances to combustibles may result in fire and/or explosion, property damage, serious injury, or death. -
Page 12: Heater Installation
Installation • Heater Installation • Field Wiring Series Heater Installation The mounting bracket, electrical cord (120 V models only), and screws required to install this heater are provided with the unit. To install the unit: Determine the area where the heater is to be mounted. Clearances to combustibles must be maintained at all times and should be taken into careful consideration when determining the mounting location of the heater. -
Page 13: Heater Usage Tips
Installation • Heater Usage Tips Series Heater Usage Tips WARNING Placement of explosive objects, flammable objects, liquids, and vapors close to the heater may result in explosion, fire, property damage, serious injury, or death. Do not store or use explosive objects, liquids, or vapors in the vicinity of the heater. Failure to comply with the published clearances to combustibles could result in personal injury, death and/or property damage. -
Page 14: Maintenance
Maintenance Series Maintenance It is recommended that the following become a standard yearly procedure to obtain maximum operating efficiency and trouble free operation. During long periods of non-usage, remove or cover heater with a polyethylene bag and disconnect from power supply. If further service to the heater is desired, contact your representative or the factory. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Series Troubleshooting Guide Corrective Start Process Turn Heater on from power source. Action Question Question Does the heating Are the heating lamps Replace heating lamp(s). physically damaged? lamps turn on? Are the heating lamps Rewire lamps as wired as indicated in indicated in this manual. -
Page 16: Limited Warranty
Repair cost is $65.00 and includes return shipping and handling costs. Units can be returned COD via UPS (additional fees for COD service will apply). When sending a heater to Detroit Radiant Products for repair, include a packing list with an explanation of the heater’s symptoms and contact information for a contact who can provide valid credit card or payment information.
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