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REV Series
Installation Manual
The REV Series infrared tube heater is a positive pressure, two stage radiant heater system. This manual
Series infrared tube heater is a positive pressure, two stage radiant heater system. This
provides specific information related to the REV Series models. All persons involved with the installation,
pecific information related to the REV Series models. All persons involved with the inst
operation, and maintenance of the heater system must read and understand the information in this
and maintenance of the heater system must read and understand the information in t
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.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
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
thermostat or, in the absence of such thermostat, in a conspicuous location.
Do not use this heater in indoor living or sleeping quarters, etc.! Installation of a tube
heater system in residential indoor living 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.
INSTALLER: Present this manual to the end user.
Keep these instructions in a clean and dry place for future reference.
Model#: ___________________Serial #: _________________________
WARNING
!
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
• Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
(located on rating label)
LIOREV-Rev. 34721
Print: XM-02/22 (DRPC)
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- Page 1 REV Series Installation Manual The REV Series infrared tube heater is a positive pressure, two stage radiant heater system. This manual Series infrared tube heater is a positive pressure, two stage radiant heater system. This provides specific information related to the REV Series models. All persons involved with the installation, pecific information related to the REV Series models.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Series Introduction • Table of Contents Contents 1.0 Introduction................3 Overview . -
Page 3: Introduction
Reference page 68 for a list of the kit contents for your model heater. Materials not included in the heater kit contents (e.g., screws, vent material, terminals, etc.) are the responsibility of the installer. Notify your product representative or Detroit Radiant Products of any discrepancy or missing kit contents prior to installing unit. -
Page 4: Safety Labels And Their Locations
Introduction • Safety Labels and Their Locations Series WARNING Read and understand all safety information and warnings in this 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. Contact either your local distributor or the product manufacturer for obtaining replacement signs or labels. - Page 5 45° ANSI Z83.20-2016 • CSA2.34-2016 RADIANT TUBE HEATER HEATER BUILD TYPE MAX. HEAT INPUT MANIFOLD PRESSURE VOLTAGE Detroit Radiant Products Company FOR COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL USE. MAX. DEBIT CALORIFIQUE 125,000 PRESSION A LA TUBULURE D'ALIMENTATION 21400 Hoover Road Warren MI 48089 FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.
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Page 6: Safety
Safety • Warning Symbols • Applications Series Safety Read and understand all safety information and warnings in this manual prior to installation, operation, and maintenance of this heater. Warnings indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death. WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, serious injury, or death. -
Page 7: Standards, Certifications, And Government Regulations
Series Safety • Standards, Certifications, and Government Regulations Standards, Certifications, and Government Regulations Installation of this tube heater must conform with all applicable local, state, and national specifications, regulations, and building codes. Contact the local building inspector and/or fire marshal for guidance. In the absence of local codes, the installation must conform to the latest edition of: United States: National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54), NFPA 30A, NFPA 52 Canada: CAN/CGA B149.1 and .2, Canadian Electrical Code C22.1... -
Page 8: Clearances To Combustibles
Series Safety • Clearances to Combustibles Clearances to Combustibles A critical safety factor to consider before installation is the clearances to combustibles. Clearance to combustibles is defined as the minimum distance you must have between the tube surface, or reflector, and the combustible item . - Page 9 Series Safety • Clearances to Combustibles 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’s thermostat or in a conspicuous location. The stated clearance to combustibles represents a surface temperature of 90°F (50°C) above room temperature.
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Page 10: Installation
Series Installation • Design Considerations and Prechecks Installation WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, serious injury, or death. Read and understand the installation, operation, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Only trained, qualified gas installation and service personnel may install or service this equipment. - Page 11 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. Detroit Radiant Products Company generally recommends observing the recommended mounting heights to optimize comfort conditions. However, certain applications such as spot heating, freeze protection, outdoor patio heating, or very high ceilings may result in the heaters being mounted outside of the factory recommended mounting heights.
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Page 12: Heater Suspension And Placement
Series Installation • Heater Suspension and Placement Heater Suspension and Placement WARNING Improper suspension of the tube heater may result in collapse and being crushed. Always suspend from a permanent part of the building structure that can evenly support the total force and weight of the heater. - Page 13 Series Installation • Heater Suspension and Placement Figure 3.2 • Heater Mounting Layout NOTE: A sticker identifying the combustion chamber(s) is located on the swaged Suspension end of the tube. Point Suspension Point Suspension Point Radiant Emitter Tube Burner Control Box Suspension Points 4”...
- Page 14 Series Installation • Heater Suspension and Placement Prepare mounting surface and, if necessary, weld blocks and/or drill holes (see Figure 3.3). NOTE: The burner control box and radiant tubes should be in straight alignment and level. Fasten beam clamp, screw hook, or other type of suspension anchor to hanging point. IF USING CHAINS: Attach and close S-hook (P/N: S-HOOK-SS) and #1 double-loop chain (P/N: THCS- REV) to anchor.
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Page 15: Available Configurations
Series Installation • Available Configurations Available Configurations Before beginning heater installation, it is necessary to determine the desired mounting configuration. Refer to Clearances to Combustibles and Design Considerations on pages 8–11. Ultra-Wide, Single Pass Wide, Dual Pass Neutral, Dual Pass Narrow, Dual Pass Open Throw/35°... -
Page 16: Tube And Reflector Installation
Series Installation • Tube and Reflector Installation Tube and Reflector Installation After determining mounting locations, begin by fastening all tube hangers to each core (P/N: TP-4020) using the supplied 1⁄4”–20 bolts and nuts (two [2] each per hanger), and position the hangers using the pre-drilled holes in each core (see Figure 3.4). - Page 17 Series Installation • Tube and Reflector Installation Insert one (1) 10 ft. wing into core assembly, ensuring the end of the first wing remains flush with the end of the core. Refer to Figure 3.6. Figure 3.6 • Wing Installation (cont.) 10 Ft.
- Page 18 Series Installation • Tube and Reflector Installation Repeat Steps 3–5 until all 10 ft. wings are in place. Insert remaining 5 ft. wings. Confirm entire assembly is level front to back. Beginning with combustion chamber, insert swaged end of the radiant tube, seam down, through hanger #2, then slide the unswaged end back through hanger #1 (see Figure 3.8).
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Page 19: Winglet And End Cap Installation
Series Installation • Winglet and End Cap Installation Winglet and End Cap Installation FOR ULTRA-WIDE, SINGLE PASS CONFIGURATIONS: Slide winglets into appropriate reflector wing groove (refer to Figure 3.10). Secure with winglet bracket as shown in Figure 3.11. Figure 3.10 •... - Page 20 Series Installation • Winglet and End Cap Installation FOR WIDE, DUAL PASS CONFIGURATIONS: Slide winglets into appropriate reflector wing groove (refer to Figure 3.13). Secure with winglet bracket as shown in Figure 3.14. Figure 3.13 • Winglet End View Insert winglet in bottom slot with bend angled outwards.
- Page 21 Series Installation • Winglet and End Cap Installation FOR NEUTRAL, DUAL PASS CONFIGURATIONS: Slide winglets into appropriate reflector wing groove (refer to Figure 3.16). Secure with winglet bracket as shown in Figure 3.17. Figure 3.16 • Winglet End View Insert winglet in top slot with bend angled inwards.
- Page 22 Series Installation • Winglet and End Cap Installation FOR NARROW, DUAL PASS CONFIGURATIONS: Slide winglets into appropriate reflector wing groove (refer to Figure 3.19). Secure with winglet bracket as shown in Figure 3.20. Figure 3.19 • Winglet End View Insert winglet in bottom slot with bend angled inwards.
- Page 23 Series Installation • Winglet and End Cap Installation FOR OPEN THROW/35° CONFIGURATIONS: Determine which side of heater to install winglets. On the ground, connect two winglets together by overlapping and securing with five (5) evenly spaced #8 self-drilling screws (see Figure 3.22). NOTE: It may be necessary to drill pilot holes before inserting screws.
- Page 24 Series Installation • Winglet and End Cap Installation Figure 3.24 • Winglet Installation Screw Screw Connecting Bracket Secure exhaust end reflector end cap using six (6) #8 self-drilling screws as shown in Figure 3.25. Figure 3.25 • Open Throw/35° Configuration End Cap Extension can be on either side.
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Page 25: Burner Control Box Suspension
Series Installation • Burner Control Box Suspension Burner Control Box Suspension Suspending the burner control box must be done in accordance with applicable codes listed in the Safety section and these instructions. The burner control box must be in straight alignment with all radiant tubes and level. Contact your local distributor or the factory to see if your application allows for the rotation of the burner control box. -
Page 26: Baffle Assembly And Placement
Series Installation • Baffle Assembly and Placement Baffle Assembly and Placement Different models and inputs utilize specific baffle lengths. Remove all enclosed baffle sections from box and retain with applicable heater. Reference shipping label for proper baffle size. To assemble the baffles: (NOTE: Baffles may be inserted into the tube while being assembled.) Determine the number of baffles needed for your model number (refer to Chart 1.1 on page 3). -
Page 27: Final Heater Assembly
Series Installation • Final Heater Assembly Final Heater Assembly Chart 3.3 • Tube Installation Sequence and Baffle Location 20 Foot 30 Foot Stainless steel clamp on 150,000 BTU/h models (P/N: TP-220). 40 Foot Stainless steel clamp on 150,000 to 200,000 BTU/h 50 Foot models (P/N: TP-220). -
Page 28: Venting
Replacing Existing Equipment Venting The REV Series tube heater must be vented as described here to properly direct flue gases from the unit to the outside atmosphere. The venting can terminate vertically through the roof (up) or horizontally through a sidewall (sideways). - Page 29 General Venting Requirements General Venting Requirements The venting system for REV Series heaters may terminate horizontally through a sidewall or vertically through the roof, and may be individually or commonly vented. Configuration of the vent termination determines the category type. All model heaters must be installed in accordance with the requirements of this section, as well as the requirements of its category determination, as described in this manual.
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Page 30: Vertical Venting (Category I)
An appliance that operates with a non-positive vent static pressure and with a vent gas temperature that avoids excessive condensate production in the vent is said to be ‘Category I’. The REV Series heater is considered a Category I appliance if the venting system meets all of the following criteria: •... - Page 31 Series Installation • Vertical Venting (Category I) Figure 3.29 • Rooftop Venting - Side View Vent Cap 24 in. Min.* Roof* Storm Collar Adjustable Roof Flashing Double-Wall B Vent 1 in. Minimum Clearance - Use Attic Insulation Shield (Field Supplied) Fire Stop Spacer Heater B to C Adapter...
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Page 32: Horizontal Venting (Category Iii)
An appliance that operates with a positive vent static pressure and with a vent gas temperature that avoids excessive condensate production in the vent is said to be “Category III”. The REV Series heater is considered a Category III appliance if the venting system meets all of the following criteria: •... - Page 33 Series Installation • Horizontal Venting (Category III) Vent Locations and Clearances: • Vent must terminate a minimum of 4 feet below, 4 feet horizontally from, or 1 foot above any window or door that may be opened or gravity air inlet into the building. •...
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Page 34: Common Venting (Category I)
Series Installation • Common Venting (Category I) Common Venting (Category I) The common vent system and all attached appliances must be Category I and must be on the same control device. The vent connector should be routed in the most direct route from the units to the common vent. Where two or more vent connectors enter a common gas vent or chimney flue, the smaller connector shall enter at the highest level consistent with the available head room or clearance to combustible material. -
Page 35: Common Venting (Category Iii)
Series Installation • Common Venting (Category III) Common Venting (Category III) • A staggered arrangement or a dual exhaust assembly (P/N: Y) must be used when joining two heaters to a common vent so that by-products of one heater do not flow into the adjoining vent of the other heater. •... -
Page 36: Optional Unvented Operation
Series Installation • Optional Unvented Operation Optional Unvented Operation WARNING Not for residential use. The use of unvented tube heaters in residential indoor spaces may result in property damage, serious injury, or death. Use unvented operation in commercial and industrial installations with proper ventilation rates only. When using an unvented configuration (commercial &... -
Page 37: Combustion Air Requirements
Series Installation • Combustion Air Requirements Combustion Air Requirements Combustion air may be supplied to the heater by indoor or outdoor means. Follow these guidelines and all applicable codes for all models prior to installing the combustion air duct work. Local codes may vary. In the absence of local codes, refer and comply with the National Fuel Code ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54) latest edition or the National Standards of Canada. - Page 38 Separated Combustion Systems (Outside Combustion Air) All REV series heaters come with a factory-installed combustion air adapter for attaching air intake ducts to the heater. Attach the air intake duct material to the adapter with three (3) non-corrosive sheet metal screws.
- Page 39 Series Installation • Separated Combustion Systems • Combustion Air Supply Figure 3.35 • Outside Combustion Air Vertical Intake - Side View Roof Intake Cap Roof 18 in. minimum Air Inlet Connection 4” pipe (Flexible boot and band clamps are recommended) Burner Control Box Figure 3.36...
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Page 40: Gas Supply
Series Installation • Combustion Air Supply • Gas Supply Guidelines: Chart 3.4 • Limitations for Length and Size of Combustion Air Intake Duct Single Heater Intake Dual Heater Intake Air Intake Duct Size Max. Intake Length Duct Size Max. Intake Length 4 in. - Page 41 The REV Series heater is equipped to connect to the corrugated stainless steel tube flexible gas connector (Included). Do not connect the main gas line directly to the heaters gas inlet without the use of the flexible connector.
- Page 42 Series Installation • Installation of the Gas Line to the Heater WARNING Always use two (2) opposing wrenches to tighten mating pipe connections to prevent excessive torque on the gas valve and manifold pipe. Excessive torque can damage the valve and/or misalign the orifice resulting in fire, explosion, serious injury, or death.
- Page 43 Series Installation • Installation of the Gas Line to the Heater Figure 3.37 • Gas Connection (Flexible Gas Figure 3.38 • Gas Connection (Flexible Gas Connection shown) - Side View Connection shown) - End View Ball Valve w/ Ball Valve / Inlet Tap 1⁄8”...
- Page 44 Series Installation • Leak Testing Chart 3.7 • Maximum capacity for Schedule 40 Metallic pipe, in CFH 1/2” 3/4” 1” 1-1/4” 1-1/2” 2” Pipe Length Prop Prop Prop Prop Prop Prop 10 feet 1050 1600 1046 3050 1993 20 feet 1100 2100 1373...
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Page 45: Electrical Requirements And Wiring Diagrams
REV Internal Wiring Diagram NOTICE Connecting the thermostat with a voltage other than 24 V may damage the heater. The REV Series requires a 24 VAC connection to the thermostat. This is either supplied by the heater internally (standard) or by an... -
Page 46: Field Wiring Supply Voltage
Use 18 gauge wire (or larger) that is suitable for a NEC Class 2 rating for thermostat connections. Each REV Series heater requires a two stage thermostat rated for 24 VAC to operate. The heater comes standard with a terminal strip for making the thermostatic connection, located on the back panel. - Page 47 Series Installation • Thermostat Connection The thermostat terminal designations are as follows: 24 VAC Power W1: Call for Heat - Low Fire W2: Call for Heat - High Fire Common for 24 VAC Power (if required for thermostat power) 24 VAC is supplied from an internal 40 VA transformer. DO NOT supply 24 VAC to the terminal strip. Figure 3.40 •...
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Page 48: Unit Start-Up (Commissioning)
Series Installation • Unit Start-up (Commissioning) • Pre-Commissioning Unit Start-up (Commissioning) WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, serious injury, or death. This heater must be installed and serviced by a trained gas installation and service personnel only. CAUTION Shock Hazard. - Page 49 Series Installation • Verify Proper Inlet Pressure Verify Proper Inlet Pressure Before starting up the unit, smell all around the heater for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor as some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor. When turning the gas shut off valve, only use your hand.
- Page 50 Series Installation • Verify Manifold Pressure Leak check the re-installed pressure tap plug using a soap solution or equivalent method as described in ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54). Verify Manifold Pressure Before starting up the unit, smell all around the heater for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
- Page 51 Series Installation • Prior to Leaving the Job Site Remove the pressure gauge tube and the manometer. Replace the manifold pressure tap plug on the gas control valve. Leak check the re-installed pressure tap plug using a soap solution or equivalent method as described in ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54).
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Page 52: High Altitude Operation
Series Installation • High Altitude Operation High Altitude Operation WARNING Explosion hazard. This heater must be converted by a trained gas installation and service personnel only. Failure to comply could result in personal injury, asphyxiation, death, fire, or property damage. High altitude operation of this tube heater is approved, without modification, for elevations up to 4,500 feet (1,372 m) above MSL (sea level) in the United States. -
Page 53: Operation
Series Operation • Operating Instructions Operation WARNING This appliance does not have a pilot ignition. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not attempt to light the system by hand. BEFORE OPERATING, smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor as some gas is heavier than air and will settle to the floor. -
Page 54: Sequence Of Operation
Series Operation • Sequence of Operation WARNING This heater must be installed and serviced by trained gas installation and service personnel only. Do not bypass any safety features or the heater’s built in safety mechanisms will be compromised. Sequence of Operation Standby: The 35-66 control continually checks for internal faults, circuit integrity, and relay contact positioning. - Page 55 Series Operation • Diagnostics Figure 4.1 • Operational Indicator Lights 120V NEUTRAL EARTH - 120V HEATER INPUT - HIGH NEUTRAL - 24V HEATER INPUT - Light 1 (amber) Light 2 (amber) Light 3 (green) Indicates Low Indicates High Indicates Pressure Fire Mode Fire Mode Switch Closes...
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Page 56: Maintenance
Series Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Maintenance Process Start Corrective Question Question Action Turn up thermostat. Is the power at the Does the fan heater 120 V? blower turn on? Find the source of the electrical problem between panel and heater. Is the inlet or the outlet Is the green light burnt out? Does the switch... - Page 57 Series Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide NOTICE Bypassing any switch is intended for testing purposes only. Do not leave switch bypassed during normal operation or the heater’s built-in safety mechanisms will be compromised. Is there 120 V on the The internal primary side of the internal transformer is transformer?
- Page 58 Series Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Continued from page 56 After igniter is Test for 24 V at valve opening period (usually 45 to 60 seconds warmed up, does after power to heater). Is there 24 V to valve for 8 seconds? gas valve open? Replace circuit board.
- Page 59 Series Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Check to make sure gas pressure is within minimum and maximum inputs, as indicated on the heater’s rating plate. Replace gas valve. Is gas pressure OK? Correct problem. Were the gas lines purged of air? Purge gas line.
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Page 60: Heater Components And Parts List
Series Maintenance • Heater Components and Parts List Figure 5.1 • Burner Assembly Components 3097 3098 3011 3060 3002A 3096 222A 3044 3012 3094 3140, 3141 3099 3094A 3001 3008A 3005A 3380 3252 1018 851B 264D/F, 1264A 3093 3072, 1325 201B 3003A 4083... - Page 61 Series Maintenance • Heater Components and Parts List 4022 Figure 5.2 • Tube and Reflector Components 4105 4020 4022 4023 4080 4021 4023 4021 4023 4020 4079 4106 4080 4022 4022 4023 4080 4105 26A, 26B Chart 5.2 • Parts List Part # Description Part #...
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Page 62: Routine Inspection
Series Maintenance • Routine Inspection WARNING Personal injury or death may result if maintenance is not performed by properly trained gas installer or service personnel. Contact the installing distributor or place of purchase for service. Do not operate heating system if repairs are necessary. Allow heater to cool prior to servicing. - Page 63 Series Maintenance • Routine Inspection • Vent pipe system: Check the outside termination and the connections at the heater. Inspect the vent exhausts for leakage, damage, fatigue, corrosion, and obstructions. If dirt becomes a problem, installation of outside air intake ducts for combustion is recommended. •...
- Page 64 Series Maintenance • Maintenance Log Maintenance Log Date Maintenance Performed Replacement Parts Required...
- Page 65 Series Maintenance • Notes Notes...
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Page 67: Limited Warranty
Product Suitability: Many jurisdictions have codes and regulations governing sales, construction, installation, and/or use of products for certain purposes, which may vary from those in neighboring areas. While Detroit Radiant Products Company attempts to assure that its products comply with as many codes as possible, it cannot guarantee compliance, and cannot be responsible for how the product is installed or used. -
Page 68: Kit Contents
Installation Manual The REV Series Infrared Tube Heater is a positive pressure, two stage radiant heater system. This manual is a a p p os s it t ive p p res s s s ure e , two o s s ta a g g e provides specific information related to the REV Series models.
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