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DSS Series
Installation Manual
Overhead Medium Wave Electric Infrared Heater
1,500 and 2,500 Watt Units
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)
LIODSS-Rev. 12118
Print: 5c-12/20 (DRPC)
Replaces: LIODSS-5c-10/20 (DRPC)
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- Page 1 DSS Series Installation Manual Overhead Medium Wave Electric Infrared Heater 1,500 and 2,500 Watt Units All persons involved with the installation, operation, and maintenance of the heater system must read and understand the information in this manual. WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, injury, or death.
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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, operation, and maintenance instructions 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) Black Rust- A = 120 VAC 15 = 1,500 White Carbon Fiber Proof Body C = 230 VAC 25 = 2,500 Model Configuration Example: DSS-35B1-A15 Available Models and Specifications... -
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. The outside surfaces of the heater are hot during operation and after operation. - Page 6 Safety • Clearances to Combustibles Series Chart 1.2 • Clearances to Combustibles in Inches (see Figure 1.2) Side Model Mounting Wattage Angle Front Behind Below 0°* All Models 45°* * Mounting angles exceeding 0° must use the included angle brackets or additional field-supplied brackets, spacers, chains, Gripple®, etc. as necessary to maintain clearances to combustibles. NOTE: Ensure that building materials with a low heat tolerance (i.e, awnings, fabrics, plastics, sprinklers, insulation, etc.) are protected against degradation. This may require the heater to be mounted at a distance in excess of the published clearances to combustibles.
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Page 7: Safety Labels And Their Locations
MAX. MOUNTING ANGLE UL 2021 - Edition 6 (revision 2018) 45° 1500 CSA C22.2 46-13 (R2018) DETROIT RADIANT PRODUCTS COMPANY FOR COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, AND OUTDOOR RESIDENTIAL USE. 21400 HOOVER ROAD - WARREN, MI FOR INDOOR OR OUTDOOR USE. (586) 756-0950 www.drp-co.com... -
Page 8: Standards, Certifications, And Government Regulations
, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). ® Wiring must conform to the latest edition of National Electrical Code , 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: • Intertek / ETL • CSA... -
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 1.2 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 7 to 11 1 to 11 * Clearances to combustibles published in the DSS 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 Installation
(e.g., wind drafts, blowers, crane rails, etc.) may require rigid threaded rod. Consult all applicable codes before installation. The DSS series is to be ceiling-mounted only. The heater must be level from side to side and may be 0° to 45° on horizontal. Refer to Figure 1.1 on page 4. - Page 12 Installation • Heater Installation Series FOR 0° MOUNTING (For 30° or 45° mounting, skip to Step 6): Attach the brackets together using the included bolts and nuts, ensuring the brackets are vertical (see Figure 2.4). Verify the heater is level side to side and fully tighten the nut on each bracket. Skip to Step 9. FOR 30°...
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Page 13: Field Wiring
Installation • Field Wiring Series Field Wiring Figure 2.7 • Single Phase Service NOTICE 120 V DSS models come standard with a power cord and plug. 230 V DSS models do not have a plug and must be field wired from the power cord. For 230 V models, L1=Brown, L2=Blue, and Ground=Yellow. -
Page 14: 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. The outside surfaces of the heater are hot during operation and after operation. -
Page 15: Optional Remote Control Instructions
• Optional Remote Control Instructions Series Optional Remote Control Instructions NOTE: All DSS series heaters and their remote controls share a frequency, so it is possible to control several heaters with a single remote control. Figure 2.8 • Remote Control Buttons If Heater is Equipped with Remote Control: Press the Power button to turn the heater on. -
Page 16: Maintenance
Maintenance • Maintenance Log 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 17: Troubleshooting Guide
Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Series Troubleshooting Guide Start Process Corrective Question Question Action Turn Heater on from power source. Does the heating Is the heating lamp Replace heating lamp. physically damaged? lamp turn on? Is the heating lamp Rewire lamp as indicated wired as indicated in in this manual. -
Page 18: Repair
Notes Series Repair This heater is covered by the limited warranty as outlined on page 20. Detroit Radiant Products also offers repair services for replacement of the heating lamp. 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... - Page 19 Repair Series This page intentionally left blank.
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Page 20: Limited Warranty
Series Limited Warranty One-Year Limited Warranty: Detroit Radiant Products Company (hereinafter referred to as the Company) warrants to the original purchaser or original user that all Detroit Radiant Electric Infrared Heaters sold by it and all parts thereof are free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service.
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