Cleaning Instructions - L.B. White SENTINEL AT 150 Owner's Manual And Instructions

Cleaning Instructions

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This heater contains electrical and mechanical components in the gas management, safety and airflow systems.
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Such components may become inoperative or fail due to dust, dirt, wear, aging, or the corrosive atmosphere of an
animal confinement building.
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Periodic cleaning and inspection as well as proper maintenance are essential to avoid serious injury or property
damage.
1. Before cleaning, close fuel supply valve to heater and
disconnect electrical supply. Allow heater to cool.
2. The heater should have dir t or dust removed
periodically:
a. Af ter each flock or between building re-
population, give the heater a general cleaning
using pressurized air or a soft brush on its burner
box, reflectors, and tubes.
b. At least once a year, give the heater a thorough
cleaning. At this time, open the burner box and
brush or blow off control components, and fan
motor assembly. Ensure the burner air inlet
venturi ports and the throat of the casting are
free of dust accumulation.
c. When washing with water, do not spray water into
the burner box or the tubes. Observe and obey
the Warning within these Cleaning Instructions.
This same Warning is supplied on the heater.
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WARNING
Fire, Burn, and Explosion Hazard
This heater may be washed only on its external areas
provided:
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The burner box is disconnected from the electrical
supply.
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The burner box access panel is closed and securely
latched.
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Water spray nozzle shall not discharge within 6 feet of
the burner box and its tubes.
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The water pressure does not exceed 45 PSIG for 10
seconds on each side of burner box.
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The burner box is not reconnected to electrical supply
for a minimum of 1 hour or until the it is thoroughly dry.
Improper cleaning can cause severe personal injury or
property damage due to water and/or cleaning solution:
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In electrical components, connections and wires within
the burner box causing electrical shock or component
failure.
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On gas control components causing corrosion which
can result in gas leaks and fire or explosion from the
leak.
Clean internal components of the burner box with a soft,
dry brush or cloth, or compressed air.
WARNING