IR Energy Even-GLO GA301 Series Installation, Operation & Mainenance Manual

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A PATIO HEATER LIKE NO OTHER
Manual for Installation, Operation & Maintenance
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, immediately call your
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. A propane
cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity
of this or any appliance.
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FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
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The Even-GLO Patio heater has been approved for indoor use in
applications (See page 8 for details) for natural gas units ONLY
Please retain these instructions for future reference.
IMPORTANT: The installer must leave these instructions with
the owner. Only those who are certified to do so should
perform service on these heaters.
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  • Page 1 Radiant Patio Heater Manual for Installation, Operation & Maintenance A PATIO HEATER LIKE NO OTHER DANGER If you smell gas: 1. Shut off gas to appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier. WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
  • Page 2 Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 2 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 - CAUTION AND GENERAL SAFETY ..............4 2 - PRE-INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ................ 5 ......................5 ECEIVE ....................6 OUNTING LATE HOLE ATTERN ......................7 EED TO UPPLY 3 - LOCATION PLANNING ..................8 ......................8 ENERAL OCATION AYOUTS ......................
  • Page 4: Caution And General Safety

    1 - Caution and General Safety CAUTION: FIRE OR BURN INJURY HAZARD • At all times maintain clearance to combustible materials as further specified in this manual. Failure to do so can result in serious fire hazard. • Never operate heaters in atmosphere containing flammable vapours or combustible dusts.
  • Page 5: Pre-Installation Overview

    2 - Pre-installation Overview What You Will Receive Top Reflector Heater head Assembly Pole Assembly Hardware Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 5 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 6: Mounting Plate Hole Pattern

    2 - Pre-installation Overview Mounting Plate hole Pattern (Full size) 6.30" Ø0.42" Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 6 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 7: What You Need To Supply

    2 - Pre-installation Overview What You Need to Supply 1. Heater post anchoring hardware. 2. Materials necessary to construct a concrete base for floor mounting. 3. Gas supply line that is installed to the Gas and Electric Supply according to the: National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z.223.1 (NFPA 54) in the US and Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code, B149.2 in Canada.
  • Page 8: Location Planning

    3 - Location Planning General Location Layouts One Even-GLO heater, at high fire and in windless conditions, has a comfort radius of about twelve feet (24 ft. circle). A series of heaters providing area heat should be placed about 14-20 feet apart. Wind protection has an important influence on the body’s ability to retain radiant heat.
  • Page 9: Clearance To Combustible Materials

    4 - Clearance to Combustible Materials Clearance to Combustibles The following clearance data is based on a maximum limit of 90°F (50 °C) plus ambient temperature. Note with an ambient temperature of 70°F the surface temperatures at the clearance distances listed below could reach 160°F Care should be taken with placement of plastic or vinyl in the proximity of the heater as they tend to distort and soften at these temperatures.
  • Page 10: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Installation must comply with local building codes and/or, for the USA/National Fuel Gas Code, ANZI Z 223.1 (NFPA 54) and for Canada, CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2, National Gas and Propane Installation Code (latest editions). Appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in their absence; the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 in the USA, CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code in Canada.
  • Page 11: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Hanging model # GA 301-H 1.13" 17.95" Ø39.50" 47.98" 46.81" 6 Feet Minimum Clearance Below Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 11 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 12: Power / Gas Specification

    5 - Installation Instructions Power / Gas Specification High fire rate: Natural - 53,000 btuh Propane - 47,000 btuh Low fire rate: Natural - 46,000 btuh Propane - 40,000 btuh Gas Supply Pressure: Natural Gas: Minimum 6.5 ” W.C. Maximum 14.0 ” W.C. Propane Gas: Minimum 10.8 ”...
  • Page 13: Assembly

    Assembly Floor Mount Mount pole base onto a concrete floor or cast concrete with a minimum below grade depth of 12” and having a 12” diameter. If forming concrete, cast in place appropriate passage for gas and control wires. Use minimum 3/8” x 5” 90° lag bolts or equivalent to mount heater base to the concrete base.
  • Page 14 6 - Assembly b. Arrange the burner head such that the wires and gas hose are arranged as illustrated. Feed a pull wire through the pole to assist in pulling the three power wires into the pole and through the junction box. Firmly tape the pull wire to the power wires. Lower the assembly into place while pulling the wires.
  • Page 15 6 - Assembly c. Secure burner head to pole with three #10 screws provided. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 15 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 16 6 - Assembly d. Push the gas connection into the slot buy slightly pushing on the gas line through the electrical box. The gas fitting should be positioned as illustrated below. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 16 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 17 6 - Assembly e. Place gas connection cover onto the fitting and install the nut to fasten the cover assuring the nut is properly seated. See below. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 17 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 18 6 - Assembly f. Install reflector using the four carriage bolts, nuts and washer provided. g. Connect gas supply and electric power following all local codes. Pressure test all gas connections. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 18 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 19: Ceiling Mount

    6 - Assembly Ceiling Mount 1. Assemble 4 gusset plates to the base as illustrated. Use 5/16” carriage bolts with washers and nuts. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 19 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 20 6 - Assembly 2. Assemble angular arms to the base. 3. Assemble vertical arm to angular arm using two gusset plates and 5/16” carriage bolts with nuts and washers. Repeat this for the other side. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 20 Rev.
  • Page 21 6 - Assembly 4. Install mounting brackets on both sides with supplies hardware. 5. Mount the heater base assembly to the ceiling in the desired location keeping in mind clearance to combustibles. Use minimum 6 #14 x1.5” wood screws. Caution: To prevent possible head injury provide pedestrian protection if lowest point of the heater is less than 7 feet in height.
  • Page 22 6 - Assembly 6. Install heater assembly into the base assembly allowing the gas line and wires through the bottom. Use three #8-32 type F to secure heater head to the base. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 22 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 23 6 - Assembly 7. Feed the gas line and control wires through either side of the assembly. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 23 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 24 6 - Assembly 8. Install the heat shields as illustrated using the #8-32 type F screws supplied. 9. Install the bottom cover to complete the assemble using 4 #8-32 type F screws. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 24 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 25 6 - Assembly 10. Installation of reflector support brackets. 1. After putting on heat shields, screw reflector brackets to frame upright. 2. Secure reflector by screwing the reflector to the reflector support brackets. Even-GLO Series GA301 Page 25 Rev. July/2012...
  • Page 26: Wiring

    7 - Wiring This appliance requires a 24 volt AC supply with a minimum 20 VA capacity. Below is a suggested control circuit for operating this appliance. The switching mechanisms may also be Timers The supply cord shall be kept away from heated surfaces. Blue To Patio Heater Green...
  • Page 27: Wiring Diagrams

    7 - Wiring Wiring Diagrams Internal Wiring Red 24 VAC (Lo) Green Green Green Yellow Green Gas Valve Blue Yellow Green Pink LEDs Blue 24 VAC (Hi) Spark Electrode If any of the original wire as supplied with the Si l'un des fils électriques original fournis avec cet appareil doit etre remplacé, le remplace avec appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced un fil électrique fait de la température évaluation...
  • Page 28: External Wiring Options

    7 - Wiring External Wiring Options Option 1: Using 2 Toggle Switches Hi (on) Patio Heater Low (On) 24 Volt Blue Transformer Patio 24 Volt 115 VAC Heater Grounded Supply Supply Green **Ensure A Good Ground Source Back Box Front Cover Option 2: Using 2-Stage Switch (SRP P/N EE020)
  • Page 29: Lighting & Shutdown Instructions

    8 - Lighting & Shutdown Instructions Lighting 1. Open manual gas supply valve (ensure gas supply lines have been purged). 2. Turn on switch to energize electric supply. 3. The electronic control module will time begin the ignition period in 3 seconds. 4.
  • Page 30: Maintenance And Trouble Shooting

    9 - Maintenance and Trouble Shooting Maintenance • Before performing any service shut off gas and electric supply. • Check condition of burner, especially integrity of flame screen. • Inspect condition of spark and sense electrode. Check for cracks in ceramic insulators or excessive corrosion.
  • Page 31: Parts List

    10 - Parts List Models GA 301 and GA 301-T Item Description Part # Item Description Part # Orifice (NAT) EG002 Orifice (LPG) EG022 Reflector package ES041 Gas Hose Assembly 63” EG014 Gas Valve (NAT) EG001 Gas Hose Assembly 75” EG027 Gas Valve (LPG) EG023...
  • Page 32 10 - Parts List Model GA 301-H Item Description Part # Reflector package ES041 Gas Hose Assembly EG004 Emitter ES011 Flame Sensor EE002 Spark Electrode EE001 Electronic Control Module EE009 Orifice - NAT Gas EG002 Orifice - LP Gas EG022 Gas Valve - NAT Gas EG001 Gas Valve - LP Gas...
  • Page 33: Warranty

    12 - Warranty SERIES GA301 AND GA301H EVEN-GLO PATIO HEATER WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original owner that the product will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase, for everything except the electronic control module, spark electrode, and sense electrodes which have a replacement warranty period of 3 years.

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