Table of Contents Table of Contents ............... ii Overview................... 1 Safe Operation ..............1 DOs and DO NOTs ..............2 Components................. 4 Installation ................6 Operation ................12 Oil Control Valve..............13 Maintenance ..............15 Trouble Shooting ..............16 READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE International Thermal Research...
With regular maintenance and proper operation your authorized ITR dealer. heater will function satisfactorily for many years. The Expedition heat output ranges from 10,000 to 30,000 BTU’s, sufficient to heat areas such as small warehouses, cabins, workshops, etc. Table 1: General Information...
2. DO’s and DO NOT’s DO’s DO determine what heater and exhaust stack installation regulations apply to your local area. All heaters and exhaust stacks must be installed according to the standards mandated by the local, state/provincial and federal government authorities.
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The Expedition is mechanically capable of operating unattended, but if there is a malfunction ITR accepts no responsibility or liability for any damage caused, regardless of the type or extent of the damage. THIS PARAGRAPH CONTAINS LANGUAGE THAT LIMITS THE MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY...
3. Components A) Expedition external components Heater Shell (1) – The burner shell assembly is the area of the heater where combustion occurs contains perforated burner shell. Top Lid (2) – Contains a sight glass to observe the flame. Valve Heat Shield (3) –...
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Burner Base (23) – Bottom of Burner Shell (22). Burner Heat Shield (24) – Heat shield to keep heat inside the burner Shell and away from the bottom of the Expedition Unit. S-Tube (25) – The large capped tube in the center of the perforated Burner Shell is the S-Tube.
You should determine what regulations apply in your local area before setting up your heater. The Expedition does not come with an exhaust flue stack. Blue stove pipe or All- Fuel “L” type vent capable of continuous use for flue gas temperatures up to 1000˚F may be used.
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Before the hook up of the Expedition to a chimney flue stack (4 inch diameter), check if the chimney is in good condition and that the quality of the flue pipe will allow sufficient draft.
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DRAFT CONDITIONS All heaters require the proper draft. If a draft meter is available, set the heater to the recommended water column reading. The recommended draft for the Expedition is between .040-.060 inches water column. This is measured 18” (45cm) up the stack, before the draft regulator, and with the final exhaust stack configuration in place.
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on use of the regulator. The Expedition emits very little carbon and soot into the flue system. However it may be convenient to design your flue system so it can be brushed clean if necessary.
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1 US gallon of oil. This air enters the heater through the air inlets and exits the chimney as combustion gas. The Expedition should be installed in a well ventilated area that allows the entrance of outside fresh air.
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USING A FUEL LINE KIT Place the fuel line filter with attached hose into the fuel of the fuel tank. Remove the brass nipple from the kit and apply sealant to the threads. Screw into the ball valve fitting of the heater and tighten until leak free. Do not over tighten or the threads will be damaged and leakage may occur.
5. Operation The Expedition heater will require a break in period of 1 – 2 hours. During this period, some smoke and fumes may be generated from the outside burner case; make sure there is enough ventilation for the smoke and fumes to escape the living or operating areas.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START OR RE-IGNITE THE BURNER WHEN THE BURNER IS HOT. Do not leave a heater running unattended. ITR accepts no responsibility for any damages caused by leaving the heater running unattended. B.) Turning off the Expedition Heater To turn off the Expedition Heater: •...
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The key parts to operating a TOBY Valve for the Expedition are the Control knob and the Actuating lever. The control knob controls the fuel flow rate and can be rotated counter clockwise from the off position, which is the “0” marked on the lid to the high fire position, which is the last “I”...
7. Maintenance A.) Regular Maintenance To ensure that your Expedition heater operates properly; • every 750 hours of operation or; • if the output of the heater appears to be have decreased from the same valve setting or; • if the exhaust exhibits smoke Perform the following maintenance: •...
• Drain all fuel lines and any fuel from the heater ATTENTION: Regular maintenance is required for the Expedition heater to perform as designed. Failure to maintain the heater as required will not only void your warranty but can cause the heater to be dangerous to operate.
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• Check for blockages in air inlet or exhaust outlet (flue stack). • Check for air bubbles in the fuel line. Give the line a quick shake to dislodge bubbles. • Check for soot or carbon deposit that may have built up inside the up-tube, under the high fire ring, or on the perforated burner shell.
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Note: If Expedition heater is still not functional, contact your authorized Pioneer dealer or ITR. ITR IN CANADA: ITR IN THE UNITED STATES: 2431 Simpson Road 11915 NE 56 Circle, Suite B. Richmond, BC, Canada V6X 2R2 Vancouver, WA USA...
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