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- Page 1 USER MANUAL RRSHA3 & RRSHA5 Series Track Switch Hot Air Blower Rail heating solutions to keep you on track Spectrum Rail Heating Solutions 425 Hanley Industrial Ct., St Louis MO 63144 Phone: 314-333-5550 www.spectruminfrared.com ENM-3600-00...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 Table of Contents 1 Product Description and Features ..................4 1.1 Overview ..........................4 1.1.1 Safety Considerations ......................4 1.1.2 Typical Operation ....................... 4 1.1.3 Model Comparison ......................5 1.2 Factory Provided Features ....................5 1.2.1 Snow Sensor ........................ - Page 3 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 1.4.3 Ground Fault and Power-On Indication Lights ..............14 1.4.4 Wiring Box ........................15 1.4.5 Wiring Box Post ....................... 15 2 Installation ........................16 2.1 Installing the RRSHA Hot Air Blower ................. 16 2.1.1 Preparing the installation area ..................
- Page 4 4.2.1 Hot Air Blower Main Housing Unit ................... 31 4.2.2 Circuit Panel ........................31 4.2.3 Snow Sensor ........................31 5 Specifications ........................32 5.1 RRSHA3 Series Specifications ................... 32 5.2 RRSHA5 Series Specifications ................... 32 5.3 RRSHA Part Number Decoder ..................32 6 Schematics ........................33...
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Page 5: Product Description And Features
1.1.2 Typical Operation Spectrum delivers the RRSHA Hot Air Blower as a factory-assembled unit ready for immediate installation. The RRSHA Hot Air Blower is activated in any of the following ways: Automatically, when the integrated Snow Sensor detects both precipitation and a temperature at or below the preset activation level. -
Page 6: Model Comparison
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual 1.1.3 Model Comparison The Hot Air Blower comes in two models, the RRSHA3 and RRSHA5. RRSHA3 Series RRSHA5 Series Pressure Blower Horsepower 3.0 HP 5.0 HP Air flow in cubic feet per minute... -
Page 7: Snow Sensor
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 cast aluminum for corrosion After activating the RRSHA Hot Air Blower, resistance. The impeller contains a the Snow Sensor keeps the unit activated self-cleaning radial blade, dynamically while precipitation continues and balanced for low vibration and long temperatures remain below the preset bearing life. -
Page 8: Control Switches
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual 1.2.2 Control Switches 1.2.2.1 Blower Power-On/Auto The Blower Power switch has two positions: Lifting the hinged cover door of the RRSHA Hot Air Blower provides access to the unit’s On (upper position): Power is •... -
Page 9: Cold Air On/Off
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 1.2.3 Circuit Panel 1.2.2.3 Cold Air On/Off The Cold Air switch has two positions: On (upper position): The RRSHA Hot • Air Blower blows cold air only, i.e., power is not provided to the blower heating elements. -
Page 10: Individual Ground Fault Protection
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual The heating circuit(s) and rod/crib circuit are 1.2.3.3 Control Power Transformer each protected by its own circuit breaker. If the components on a circuit are drawing too much current, only the breaker on that circuit trips, allowing the other circuit to continue operation. -
Page 11: Remote (Dispatch) Activation
NOTE: blower compartment and helps to increase For information on installing a product lifespan. The delay is adjustable remote switch, contact Spectrum. between one second to three minutes. 1.2.5 Delay Timer The RRSHA3 and RRSHA5 Hot Air Blower The timer is factory set at 120 which... -
Page 12: Optional Equipment
Crib Heaters see Snow Sensor, see page Spectrum Document number ENM-3585 Values that control when the Remote Snow Crib Heaters come in multiple sizes, from 4 feet Sensor activates and de-activates the Hot Air to 10 feet long. -
Page 13: Flat-Jacket Snow Melters
Jacket Snow Melter Rod to the rail. This and troubleshooting of Flat-Jacket assures proper heating at the switch point Snow Melter Rods see Spectrum and extends the life of the Flat-Jacket Snow Document number ENM-2957 Melter. 2. If Flat-Jacket Snow Melter Rods are NOTE: installed, the Rod –... -
Page 14: Center Duct
For information on purchasing and additional Center Duct to installing an Intake Snorkel where it replace an existing Track was not originally installed contact Duct, contact Spectrum. Spectrum. 2. Center Duct Installation is similar to Track Duct Installation as identified in... -
Page 15: Main Circuit Breaker
RRSHA Hot Air Blower for service. NOTE: For information on purchasing an additional main circuit breaker for field installation contact Spectrum. Fig. 214 Duct Extension NOTE: Accessories For information on purchasing and... -
Page 16: Wiring Box
The Wiring Box Post comes in WB-12TBO 12” 12” 4” two variations. Part No. Description WB-100 Standard Pipe Post WB-101 Slotted Pipe Post NOTE: For information on purchasing and installing a wiring box or wiring box post for field installation, contact Spectrum. -
Page 17: Installation
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 2 Installation The typical installation consists of: Installing the RRSHA Hot Air Blower (Base Unit, Flex Duct & Track Duct) at track side • Wiring the heater base unit • Installing optional equipment and accessories •... -
Page 18: Preparing The Installation Area
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual 2.1.1 Preparing the installation area 1. Use the following criteria to identify the installation area for the main housing unit. Do not install the main housing • unit in any area where standing water can pool or accumulate. -
Page 19: Routing Power To The Main Housing Unit
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User power cable and for cables of any optional equipment. 3. Route the cables through the holes. Ensure each hole is completely sealed with a water-tight solution. NOTE: Do not connect the cable Fig. 30 from the power source to Perpendicular Installation Example the Circuit Panel at this... -
Page 20: Installing Nozzles
For metal or concrete ties, Fig. 325 contact Spectrum for Nozzle Installed with Clips Turned In recommendations. 4. Turn the nozzles in the holes to maximize the air flow to the web of... -
Page 21: Attaching The Flexible Connecting Duct
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 Wiring the main housing unit 2.1.6 Attaching the flexible connecting duct WARNING: 1. Position a flange gasket between the The main circuit breaker feed to open end of the track duct and the the electrical connections in the main housing unit must be locked flexible connecting duct. -
Page 22: Installing Accessories And Optional Equipment
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual If the rotation is incorrect, adjust the 6. Switch any two of the input wires connection of the incoming power cable to leading to the L1, L2, and L3 power the L1, L2, and L3 power distribution blocks to distribution blocks. -
Page 23: Remote (Track Side) Snow Sensor
2.3.3 Fault and Power-On Indication Lights When purchased as integral to the RRSHA series heater use model Suffix “P1” and/or Suffix “P2”. If purchased separately, contact Spectrum for installation instructions. 2.3.4 Height Adjustment Legs When purchased as integral to the RRSHA series heater use model Suffix “M”... -
Page 24: Crib Heaters
3. Attach the mounting brackets to the nearest tie, using hardware appropriate for the tie material. For wood ties, attach the brackets with the provided lug bolts. For metal and concrete ties, contact Spectrum for installation recommendations. Fig. 382 Crib Heater installation... -
Page 25: Flat-Jacket Snow Melters
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 2.3.6 Flat-Jacket Snow Melters (See ENM-2957 for Complete Details) 1. Uncoil the Flat-Jacket Snow Melter Rod near the switch point. 2. Install mounting clips to the rail between every tie, approximately 20” apart. Fig. -
Page 26: Initial Activation Of The Hot Air Blower
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual 2.4 Initial Activation of the Hot Air 2. Put water on the moisture grid and use freeze spray on the temperature Blower probe of the Snow Sensor. After the RRSHA Hot Air Blower is 3. -
Page 27: Adjusting Hot Air Blower Settings
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 on after the blower circuit according 1. Remove the front cover of the Snow to the rod/crib circuit’s Delay Timer Sensor by unscrewing the four setting. mounting screws holding it in place. 3. -
Page 28: Adjusting The Rod/Crib Circuit Startup Delay Timer
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual current draw, especially useful with lower voltage systems like 240VAC single-phase systems. Follow these steps to adjust the secondary circuit’s delay timer. 1. Open the RRSHA Hot Air Blower’s hinged cover door. 2. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Blower Fan Circuit Shutdown Delay Timer
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 5. On the Circuit Panel, locate the sensitivity dial at the bottom center of the ground fault sensor. The Delay-Off Timer maintains airflow across the heating elements to evacuate excess residual heat from the blower compartment and helps to increase product lifespan. - Page 30 circuit.
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Page 31: Seasonal Maintenance
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual Seasonal Maintenance 4.1 Pre-Winter Maintenance 4.1.1 Hot Air Blower Main Housing Unit Inspect the unit’s hinged cover door for damage that would prevent it from being shut and locked. If installed as Model Suffix “M”, inspect (and tighten if necessary) the bolts ... -
Page 32: Remote (Dispatch) Activation (If Installed)
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 4.1.4 Snow Sensor Activation Remove the black sensor cover over the Snow Sensor and store it in a safe place to be reused after winter. Wipe off the moisture grid (located on top of the Snow Sensor) with a damp cloth. If there is ... -
Page 33: Post-Winter Maintenance
RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual ENM-3600-00 4.2 Post-Winter Maintenance 4.2.1 Hot Air Blower Main Housing Unit Inspect the unit’s hinged cover door for damage that would prevent it from being shut and locked. If installed, inspect (and tighten if necessary) the bolts attaching the unit to the Height ... -
Page 34: Specifications
ENM-3600-00 RRSHA Series Hot Air Blower User Manual 5 Specifications 5.1 RRSHA3 Specifications Total Measured Watts Number BTU / Element Part Resistance Part Number Number Per Elem Cir. Draw Element Elements +/-10% RRSHA32401 SHP240W1625 RRSHA32403 11.8 RRSHA34801 1625 19.5 66536 23.6 SHP240W1625 RRSHA34803... -
Page 35: Schematics
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