Agricultural building radiant tube heaters (32 pages)
Summary of Contents for L.B. White AW060
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Hot Surface Ignition Agricultural Animal Confinement Building Heaters Installation and Service Guide 150-21516...
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Parts illustrations and information for all L.B. White hot surface ignition heaters is included. Illustrations in the various sections may not necessarily depict the actual heater model and are intended for reference only.
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— Electrical shock Read this Service Guide before installing or servicing this heater. Only properly-trained service people should repair or install L.B. White heaters. Replacement labels are available at no charge. For assistance, contact L.B. White at 1-800-345-7200. WARNING Proper gas supply pressure must be provided to the inlet of the heater.
POSITION HEATER AWAY FROM LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURAL BUILDING HEATER access panel. Part No.: L. B. WHITE CO., INC. W6636 L.B. WHITE ROAD ONALASKA, WI 54650 608/783-5691 Varies with design sequence and model number. Contact L.B. White Co. B. Start Up and Shut Down Procedures...
General Information Heater Specifications M M o o d d e e l l AW060 AW100 AW250 AW325 SPECIFICATIONS L.P. Natural L.P. Natural L.P. Natural L.P. Natural Maximum Input (BTUH) 60,000 100,000 250,000 325,000 Minimum Input (BTUH) 30,000 50,000 160,000...
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General Information Heater Specifications M M o o d d e e l l AB200 AW075 AW215 AW230 SPECIFICATIONS L.P. Natural L.P. Natural L.P. Natural L.P. Natural Maximum Input (BTUH) 200,000 75,000 215,000 230,000 Minimum Input (BTUH) 45,000 100,000 Ventilation Air Required 875 CFM 450 CFM 850 CFM...
WARNING Asphyxiation H H azard Do not use this heater for heating human living quarters. the L.B. White Company to determine combustion air ventilation requirements of the heater. Do not use in unventilated areas. Lack of proper ventilation air will lead to improper The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be combustion.
The hose assembly shall be protected from animals, 2. All installations and applications of L.B. White heaters building materials, and contact with hot surfaces must meet all relevant local, state and national codes.
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General Information Safety Precautions control valve. If gas is smelled after system lock out 15. Non-hanging heater installations that do not use an has occurred, immediately close all fuel supply valves. approved gas hose assembly must conform to local Do not relight until you are sure that all gas that may gas code requirements.
Can c c ause p p roperty d d amage, s s evere i i njury o o r d d eath. 6. L.B. White heaters can be configured for use with either L.P. gas vapor withdrawal or natural gas.
Installation Instructions Pipe Sizing GENERAL I I NFORMATION c. The information in the pipe sizing tables was obtained Pipe sizing is critical to the proper operation of any gas from Engineered Control International, Inc., L.P. Gas heating system. However, piping is dependent on several Serviceman’s Manual L545.
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Installation Instructions Pipe Sizing EXAMPLE (Refer to Fig 2) IMPORTANT: If exact length is not on chart, use next longer c. Section C to D must supply a load of 750,000 BTUH. length. Select the size of pipe that shows at least as much Select 3/4 inch pipe for Section C to D.
Installation Instructions Tank Sizing pressure washers, water heaters, etc., that will be ATTENTION drawing vapor from the tanks. The following is supplied for informational purposes --- The heat input rating is located on the dataplate. only. The coldest outside air temperature at night that the Consult your LP gas supplier for specific requirements.
Installation Instructions Tank Location and Installation Tanks should be placed in a location pleasing to the ATTENTION customer that does not conflict with state or local regulations or NFPA 58 (Storage and Handling of Liquefied The following is supplied for informational purposes Petroleum Gases).
Installation Instructions LP Gas Tank Manifolding ATTENTION However, when tanks are manifolded together, never use a The following is supplied for informational purposes first-stage regulator at each tank. If this is done, the total only. required capacity for the installation may not be obtained. It is almost impossible to set all regulators at the identical Tank manifolding shall only be accomplished by a pressure.
Installation Instructions Sediment Trap Assemble the tee, nipples and cap together and tighten Make certain that a sediment trap is installed at the gas valve inlet to prevent foreign materials (pipe compound, pipe securely. The sediment trap assembly must always be chips and scale) from entering the gas valve.
Installation Instructions Electrical Requirements Strict attention must be given to the following areas before ATTENTION connecting the heater to its electrical supply. The following is supplied for informational purposes A properly installed three-wire electrical supply only. consisting of separate hot, neutral, and ground leads shall be connected to each electrical outlet that All electrical wiring shall be accomplished by a supplies each heater.
Installation Instructions Thermostat Kit Refer to instructions below when connecting a thermostat to 4. Using a wire cutter, cut off the 3/16 in. insulated units with a Master Control Panel. Follow the instructions on terminal and the 1/4 in. uninsulated terminal on the page 2.6-2 to install the thermostat kit with a Guardian style black and white leads of the thermostat cord set.
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Installation Instructions Thermostat Kit Guardian S S tyle C C ontrol P P anel 7. Locate the yellow wire which runs from the 24 v. output on transformer to terminal "W" on the hot surface ignition control board. Remove this wire. 1.
Installation Instructions Hanging Instructions 1. Assemble according to the illustration and tighten all 2. Make sure the heater is properly positioned before eyebolts securely. use and is hung level. Observe and obey all minimum safe distances of the heater to the nearest combustible materials.
Installation Instructions Air Diverters The air diverters allow the hot discharge air to be blown out If the notched tabs do not pop into the blower either in two 45 degree paths or in one direction only. Either outlet, loosen (do not remove) the blower outlet way promotes good air movement and circulation.
AW230 and AW250 to facilitate water runoff (Kit Part always use the appropriate outdoor mounting kit which has #500-20257.) been specifically designed by L.B. White Co., Inc. for the respective heater being installed. All outdoor mounting kits The heater should be installed at least 18 inches are listed in Section 10, Kits and Accessories.
Operation Instructions Start-Up and Shut-Down Start-U U p I I nstructions eye. A constant light from the LED is an indicator that Follow steps 1 - 6 on initial start-up after heater installation by a qualified gas heater service person. For normal start- the heater is functioning correctly.
Operation Instructions Variable Heat Output 1. Some models of propane (LP) gas or natural gas valve handle is parallel to the gas flow, the valve is heaters have a throttle valve for varying heat output completely open to deliver maximum heat output. located between the gas control valve and gas manifold assemblies.
Contact the L.B. White Co. for replacement markings. Dataplates, start-up and shut-down instructions and 4. Regulators can wear out and function improperly. warnings are available at no cost. A nominal charge...
Preventative Maintenance Cleaning Instructions WARNING Fire, B B urn, a a nd E E xplosion H H azard This heater contains electrical and mechanical components in the gas management, safety and airflow systems. Such components may become inoperative or fail due to dust, dirt, wear, aging, or the corrosive atmosphere of an animal confinement building.
E. Three Times 5.1-6 F. Four Times 5.1-7 • Low P P ressure G G auge - (L.B. White Part No. 550-00764) for G. Five Times 5.1-7 checking inlet and manifold pressures of the gas control H. Six Times 5.1-7...
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Troubleshooting Instructions Troubleshooting Guide HOT SURFACE IGNITION OPERATION SEQUENCE: MULTIPLE IGNITION TRIAL SEQUENCE (PART #120-09298): — Line Voltage is Sent to Transformer — First Trial for Ignition Takes Approximately 30 Seconds — 24 V.A.C. is sent from Transformer to the Thermostat —...
Component Testing Voltage Checks Self-D D iagnostic C C ontrol M M odule T T erminal GENERAL Designators a a nd V V oltages (Part # # 120-0 0 9298 a a nd 1 1 20-0 0 8117) Equipment r r equired: 120 V.A.C.
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Component Testing Voltage Checks Control M M odule T T erminal D D esignators a a nd V V oltages (Part # # 120-0 0 8027) 120 V.A.C. from module to igniter 120 V.A.C. power supply to module Control module ground 24 V.A.C.
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Component Testing Voltage Checks Equipment r r equired: you will see approximately 120 volts readout on the meter display. This verifies the module is supplying voltage and the wiring between the module and the motor is in good Digital Volt/Ohm Meter condition.
Component Testing Continuity Checks Continuity C C hecks Typically, components which show an open circuit and are Equipment r r equired: not in proper working order will exhibit an “overload” readout on the display of the multimeter. These components should Digital Volt/Ohm Meter be replaced.
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Component Testing Continuity Checks Attention appear on the tester indicating that there is a completely closed electrical circuit through the cordset and thermostat. Thermostat Many thermostats can be wired to open or close on an increase in temperature. Make sure the thermostat is wired properly so the contacts close when the thermostat is set to a point above room temperature and open when the temperature is achieved.
Component Testing Flame Sensor Tests Equipment R R equired: Volt / Ohm Meter with a DC Scale Signal T T ransducer: Part Number 120-08507 EXPLANATION: The flame sensor is responsible for monitoring burner flame the wire is good, the control module is defective and presence.
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Component Testing Flame Sensor Tests Signal T T ransducer: The signal transducer allows current measurements to be read from the D.C. voltage scale using the conversion 1 D.C. volt equals 1 D.C. microamp. The tester allows flame sense current measurements down to .01 MA (microamp). The transducer is designed to plug directly into a meter as shown.
Component Testing High Limit Switch Tests Method o o f T T est: Disconnect the heater from its electrical supply before conducting this test. Remove the switch from its location. Hold the switch by one of its legs with a pliers and apply a small flame only to the sensing portion on the back side of the switch.
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POSITION HEATER AWAY FROM LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURAL BUILDING HEATER AGRICULTURAL BUILDING HEATER L. B. WHITE CO., INC. W6636 L.B. WHITE ROAD ONALASKA, WI 54650 608/783-5691 L. B. WHITE CO., INC. W6636 L.B. WHITE ROAD ONALASKA, WI 54650 608/783-5691 August 1999 7.1-1 1...
Electrical Connection and Ladder Diagram Wiring Diagrams Used o o n: Model Design Sequence WARNING: THIS HEATER MAY START AT ANY TIME THERMOSTAT GAS CONTROL VALVE CONTROL YELLOW BLACK IGNITER FAN MOTOR WHITE GREEN BLACK BLACK GROUND 24 VAC BLACK WHITE TRANS 120 VAC...
Electrical Connection and Ladder Diagram Wiring Diagrams Used o o n: Model Design Sequence AW075 B, C and D AB200 AW215 AW230 C and D WARNING: THIS HEATER MAY START AT ANY TIME TRANSFORMER L.E.D. INDICATOR IGNITER HIGH LIMIT FLAME SWITCH BLACK SENSOR...
Electrical Connection and Ladder Diagram Wiring Diagrams Used o o n: Model Design Sequence AW075 AB200 AW215 AW230 E and F WARNING: THIS HEATER MAY START AT ANY TIME L.E.D. INDICATOR TRANSFORMER IGNITER FLAME HIGH LIMIT SENSOR SWITCH BLACK HSI CONTROL WHITE MOTOR HEAT CHAMBER...
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Electrical Connection and Ladder Diagram Wiring Diagrams Used o o n: Model Design Sequence AW060 AW100 AW250 WARNING: THIS HEATER MAY START AT ANY TIME L.E.D. INDICATOR IGNITER HIGH LIMIT FLAME TRANSFORMER SWITCH(ES) SENSOR HSI CONTROL MOTOR HEAT CHAMBER BURNER GROUND...
Electrical Connection and Ladder Diagram Wiring Diagrams Used o o n: Model Design Sequence AW325 WARNING: THIS HEATER MAY START AT ANY TIME L.E.D. INDICATOR TRANSFORMER FLAME IGNITER SENSOR HIGH LIMIT SWITCH BLACK YELLOW HSI CONTROL YELLOW FAN MOTOR HEAT CHAMBER BURNER GROUND GROUND AIR PROVING...
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Electrical Connection and Ladder Diagram Wiring Diagrams Used o o n: Model Design Sequence AW325 WARNING: THIS HEATER MAY START AT ANY TIME L.E.D. INDICATOR IGNITER TRANSFORMER FLAME SENSOR HIGH LIMIT YELLOW BLACK SWITCH HSI CONTROL YELLOW MOTOR BROWN BROWN HEAT CHAMBER BURNER GROUND GROUND...
Servicing Instructions Component Identification and Function All components must work together for proper heater determine what malfunction has occurred. Before you start operation. However, as with anything electrical or troubleshooting, it’s a good idea to understand the mechanical, problems may arise which will require you to components in their appearance and purpose.
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Servicing Instructions Component Identification and Function E. Fan W W heel Used in conjunction with the motor and fan housing to pull hot air from the heater and blow it into the room for heating purposes. F. Flame S S ensor Also known as a flame rod or flame probe, this...
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Servicing Instructions Component Identification and Function J. High L L imit S S witch A manually resetable temperature activated switch. Its purpose is as a safety device wired into the control system to sense when an overheat condition occurs, either at the heat chamber or blower outlet.
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Servicing Instructions Component Identification and Function O. Motor R R elay Used on heaters with motors rated at 220 VAC. This device is wired between the ignition module and the motor and will feed voltage to the motor upon receipt of voltage from the ignition module.
Servicing Instructions Ignition Control Module Change-Out Following this procedure will eliminate the risk of errors in 5. Remove the mounting screws that secure the module reconnecting the module which can lead to heater to the control box. malfunction. 6. Mount the replacement module in the control box 1.
3. Pull the fan wheel from the motor shaft. Use a wheel puller, if necessary. All L.B. White fan wheels Make sure set screw(s) of fan are on flats of motor incorporate a wheel puller groove on the fan hub to shaft when tightening.
Servicing Instructions Air-Proving Flapper (Sail) The flapper is located in the blower outlet. As discussed in gas valve opens. However, over a period of time, the flapper Section 9.1, Component Identification and Function, its may accumulate deposits of dust or dirt affecting its ability to purpose is to assist the air-flow switch in establishing proper pivot, thereby creating system failures.
Servicing Instructions Air-Proving Switch For H H eaters W W ith F F lapper: 1. Shut off gas supply and disconnect heater from replacement switch so each mounting screw head is located inside the fan housing with threads exposed electrical source. to the switch side of the housing.
Servicing Instructions Hot Surface Igniter Replacement MAKE S S URE T T HE I I GNITER A A ND T T HE B B URNER A A RE C C OOL T T O T T OUCH B B EFORE R R EPLACING I I GNITER. Procedure 5.
Servicing Instructions Replacement of Sensor 1. On units with cast burners, the sensor is located near 4. Replace with new sensor. For units with cast burner, the igniter mounted on the same metal bracket as the the sensor tip must be properly positioned within the igniter.
Servicing Instructions High-Limit Switch Replacement Very little actual servicing of the high-limit switch is required. Without However, it is good to know the location of the switch when Spacer working on the heater. Typically, the switch is located on the heat chamber face or at another similar location at the burner end of the heater.
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Servicing Instructions High-Limit Switch Replacement ATTENTION Four spacer clips are required per switch (spacer Do not kink the capillary tube, or pinch it between part #130-09051). the formed tabs and the heat chamber by using unnecessary force. Capillary damage with Install and position the spacers as illustrated.
This bolt holds the burner into a fixed position. Bolt Specific models such as AW060 and AW100 models may have a “tab and slot” configuration on the back side of the valve mounting bracket that assists in 4. Open the burner end access panel.
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Servicing Instructions Burner and Burner Orifice 8. Disconnect the wires from the gas control valve, burner casting ground wires, igniter, and flame sensor wires. 9. Remove the burner and valve/manifold assembly from the heater. Some larger models may require you to pivot the valve and manifold assembly to remove the orifice from beneath the burner.
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Servicing Instructions Burner and Burner Orifice 4. Check the orifice for blockages at all twelve holes. The flat retaining ring holds the orifice on the flame Blow out or brush off as necessary. Also, blow or side of the burner plate. The bowed retaining ring brush off the burner plate.
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Servicing Instructions Removing Control Box Assembly on Guardian Style Heaters The heater incorporates a unique service feature which is a connector with 9 female pins socket (located on back removable control box assembly. The control box is of box) counter-clockwise. connected to the heater’s electrical components by means of 9-pin female/male connector harnesses.
Servicing Instructions Leak and Gas Pressure Checks A. Preparation Equipment R R equired: 1. Make sure all threaded connections to the inlet of the control valve are tightened securely. Obtain two Certified Leak Detectors pressure gauges capable of reading up to 35 in. W.C. 1 - 3/16 Hex Head Allen Key 2.
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Servicing Instructions Leak and Gas Pressure Checks a. Check all pipe connections, hose connections, fittings and adapters upstream of the gas control with approved gas leak detectors. In the event a gas leak is detected, check the components involved for cleanliness and proper application of pipe compound before further tightening.
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Servicing Instructions Leak and Gas Pressure Checks 2. Do the readings at the inlet and outlet pressure b. Using a standard screwdriver, turn the plastic gauges agree with that specified on the dataplate? If adjusting screw until the gauge reads proper so, then no further checking or adjustment is manifold pressure.
POSITION HEATER AWAY FROM LIVESTOCK AGRICULTURAL BUILDING HEATER AGRICULTURAL BUILDING HEATER L. B. WHITE CO., INC. W6636 L.B. WHITE ROAD ONALASKA, WI 54650 608/783-5691 L. B. WHITE CO., INC. W6636 L.B. WHITE ROAD ONALASKA, WI 54650 608/783-5691 August 1999 9.1-1 1...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model 2 2 84/285 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model 2 2 84/285 SEDIMENT TRAP KIT OPTIONAL ACCESSORY August 1999 9.1-3 3...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A B200 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A B200 August 1999 9.1-5 5...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Guardian A A W060 / / A A W100 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Guardian A A W060 / / A A W100 August 1999 9.1-7 7...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W075 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W075 August 1999 9.1-9 9...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W215 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent o o ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W215 August 1999 9.1-1 1 1...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W230 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent O O ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent O O ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W230 August 1999 9.1-1 1 3...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Guardian A A W250 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent O O ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage, V V ent O O ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Guardian A A W250 August 1999 9.1-1 1 5...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W325 Design S S equence Item Description Part N N umber Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage V V ent O O ver S S ide 550-0 0 6665 Regulator, L L P G G as, 2 2 nd S S tage V V ent O O ver O O utlet 550-0 0 6553...
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Service Parts, Kits and Accessories Parts Identification Guide Model A A W325 August 1999 9.1-1 1 7...
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GAS C C ONVERSION K K ITS PART PROPANE T T O N N ATURAL G G AS NUMBER MODEL N N UMBER DESIGN(S) 500-08570 AB200 A, B 500-09539 AB200 500-20118 AW060 500-08598 AW075 500-20116 AW100 500-08595 AW215 500-09540 AW215 500-09324 AW230 C, D...
NUMBER AB200, AW215 500-07434 AW075, AW100 550-08607 Two Piece AW230 550-09111 (Snap-In) AW325 550-09177 AW250 550-20048 AW060 550-20111 T-Duct (105° Duct) AW250 500-20100 Flush Mount Diffuser AW250 500-20095 OUTDOOR M M OUNTING K K ITS PART MODEL NUMBER AW060 500-09810...
If, within 1 1 2 m m onths f f rom t t he d d ate o o f p p urchase b b y t t he required to establish warranty qualification. If neither is end u u ser, any component is found to be defective, L.B. White available, the warranty period will be 12 months from date of Co., Inc.
L.B. White will automatically qualify the unit, sub-assembly, or L.B. White is not responsible for the labor cost of removal of component for a 12-month warranty from date of a defective product or part, or damages due to removal, or...
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