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Atmospheric ceramic gas infrared heaters for outdoor use Country of destination: GB, IE, MT General international manual AL-12-SEi-AS Alke BV Industrielaan 11a 3925 BD Scherpenzeel The Netherlands Tel: +31 33-277 3824 Fax: +31 33-277 3080 info@alke.nl www.alke.nl Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
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Do not touch, move, handle or service a heater when it is in operation. NOTE: Sometimes in the text numbers between brackets are used. These numbers correspond with the numbers of the exploded view and parts list in the back of the manual. Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
(like exhibition halls, covered shopping streets, etc). First check with the local authorities in these situations. Never use the heater in small indoor spaces. Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
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120 cm 130 cm 160 cm Side edge reflector to: [E] - combustible side-walls 50 cm 50 cm 50 cm *) This distance is guaranteed when the suspension bracket (number 24) is used. Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
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To avoid problems, use galvanised or copper tubing for the gas line. First make a calculation to determine the capacity of the whole system and the diameters of the piping. Use the common available calculation methods as written in gas pipe installation standards. Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
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Pay special attention to the hose connections. Maintain maximum air ventilation during the test. Repeat this check at least every year. This soundness check shall be done by a competent installer only. Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
Max 30VA Max 50VA Current rating: Max 0,2A 0,3A Waiting time T(w) 7 seconds 7 seconds Safety time T(s) 30 seconds 30 seconds Schematic diagram electronic ignition device Timing diagram electronic ignition device Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
Make sure that the gas supply pressure remains constant at the value indicated on the data plate. Adjust the heat input between high and low by opening or closing the solenoid valve (S). Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
Check all gas carrying parts and connections for gas tightness with leak detection liquid or soapy water according the procedure in the standards applicable at the local installation situation. Never use a flame for soundness checks! Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
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• Check the gas supply for the proper gas pressure and gas type and do a leakage test first. • Take the heater into operation and do a visual examination of the flame as explained above. Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
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Position of thermocouple Position thermocouple AL-8, AL-10, AL-12 A= 33 mm, B= 12 mm Position of the spark plug Spark gap C= 5 mm Y = 3-4 mm Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
Injector (partly) blocked • Thermocouple has not the proper location to the ceramic burner • Heater will not attain the desired The solenoid valve (S) is not functioning • temperature Injector partly blocked Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
Always mention the model name and serial number. Service parts are only available via the distributor or gas installer. For general manufacturers information please see the internet: www.alke.nl Overview Parts AL-8, -10, -12 Version 1: December 2020 manual: 0009 0251EN-Alke...
10. Declaration of conformity Alke B.V., located in Scherpenzeel, The Netherlands, hereby declares that the AL-series, marked on their dataplates with CE and with CE approval/production supervision by Kiwa (number 0063) are in compliance with the following EU legislation: Regulation on appliances burning gaseous fuels (GAR) 2016/426/EU...
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