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Space-Ray RSCA3 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

OWNER / INSTALLER:
read and understood before installing, operating or servicing this heater.
INFRARED RADIANT CERAMIC HEATER
Models:
!INSTALLER:
This manual is the property of the owner. Please present this manual
to the owner when you leave the job site.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can
cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operation and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
!IMPORTANT: SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Post Office Box 36485
Phone (704) 372-3485
For your safety this manual must be carefully and thoroughly
RSCA3, RSCA6, RSCA10
UNVENTED (For Indoor Installation Only)
SPACE-RAY
305 Doggett Street
(28236)
Fax (704) 332-5843
www.spaceray.com
Charlotte, North Carolina
(28203)
email:
info@spaceray.com
Form #43219000
Jan 09

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operation Instructions

    OWNER / INSTALLER: For your safety this manual must be carefully and thoroughly read and understood before installing, operating or servicing this heater. INFRARED RADIANT CERAMIC HEATER RSCA3, RSCA6, RSCA10 Models: UNVENTED (For Indoor Installation Only) !INSTALLER: This manual is the property of the owner. Please present this manual to the owner when you leave the job site.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ! WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: DO NOT try to light any appliance. Extinguish any open flame. Open windows. DO NOT touch any electrical switch. DO NOT use any telephone in your building. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s telephone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
  • Page 3 50 percent greater than the certified minimum clearance, but the clearance shall not be less than 8 feet. Although these heaters may be used in many applications other than space heating (e.g., process heating), SPACE-RAY will not recognize the warranty for any use other than space heating.

  • Page 4: Minimum Clearances To Combustibles

    NFPA54 requires that the installer must post signs that will "specify the maximum permissible stacking height to maintain the required clearances from the heater to combustibles." SPACE-RAY recommends posting these signs adjacent to the heater thermostat or other suitable location that will provide enhanced visibility.

  • Page 5: Rsca Specifications

    1/2" NPT (Female) *MOUNT HEATERS AS HIGH AS POSSIBLE. Minimums are shown as a guideline for human comfort and uniform energy distribution for complete building heating applications. Consult your Space-Ray representative for the particulars of your installation requirements. 5) OPTIONAL PARABOLIC REFLECTOR EXTENSION ASSEMBLY The heater is completely factory assembled and requires no field assembly.

  • Page 6: Gas Connections And Regulation

    6) GAS CONNECTIONS AND REGULATION Connect to the supply tank or manifold in accordance with the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1), and local building codes. Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before the installation is made. (In Canada, refer to the latest edition of CAN Standard B.149-1 and -2, Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment.) All gas supply lines must be located in accordance with the required clearances to combustibles below the heater as listed on the nameplate of the heater.

  • Page 7: Instructions For Pressure Test Gauge Connection

    Wiring Terminals (2) Ground 1/8” NPT Terminals (2) Inlet Pressure Tap with 3/16” Hex Allen Wrench Plug OUTLET INLET Models: RSCA3-5 RSCA6-5 RSCA10-5 1/8”NPT Outlet Pressure Tap with 3/16” Hex GAS CONTROL VALVE Allen Wrench Plug Gas Control (#VR8205A) Knob...
  • Page 8 All electric wiring shall conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA No. 70), or the code legally authorized in the locality where the installation is made. The unit must be electrically grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA No. 70-latest edition). In Canada, refer to current standard C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1.

  • Page 9: Ventilation

    This heater requires ventilation in the building to dilute the product of combustion and provide fresh air for efficient combustion. Power ventilation is recommended, and the minimum vent flow required is as follows: RSCA3 = 109 cfm RSCA6 = 218 cfm...

  • Page 10: Cleaning And Annual Maintenance

    Carefully brush any foreign material from the back side of the emitter face and the inside of the heater. The insulation gasket which was between the heater body and the emitter face must be replaced when the heater is reassembled. Order two (2) of each of the part numbers indicated for your particular model: RSCA3: #40446080 and #40446130 RSCA6: #40446080 and #40446090 RSCA10: #40446080 and #40446110.

  • Page 11: Replacement Parts Guide

    14) REPLACEMENT PARTS GUIDE MODELS:RSCA3-N1,L1 Item No. Part No. Description 42129000 Plenum Box Assembly 42192000 Emitter Kit (includes items 3 & 4) 40446080 End Gasket (Qty. 2) 40446130 Side Gasket (Qty. 2) 42133000 Screen Retainer (Qty. 2) 40670050 Reverb Screen (Pilot)
  • Page 12 N = Natural Gas L = Propane Gas 1 = Self-Generating Standing Pilot ALL ILLUSTRATIONS ARE INTENDED TO GIVE THE GENERAL IMPRESSION OF UNITS ONLY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER ANY SPECIFICATION WITHOUT NOTICE. MODELS:RSCA3-(N5,L5) –11– Form #43219000 Jan 09...
  • Page 13 Item No. Part No. Description 42129000 Plenum Box Assembly 42192000 Emitter Kit (includes items 3 & 4) 40446080 End Gasket (Qty. 2) 40446130 Side Gasket (Qty. 2) 42133000 Screen Retainer (Qty. 2) 41748030 Reverb Screen 40710020 End Reverb Baffle 40621000 End Flue Collar 42132000 Side Flue Collar...
  • Page 14 Item No. Part No. Description 40714000 Plenum Box Assembly 41218000 Emitter Kit (includes items 3 & 4) 40446080 End Gasket (Qty. 2) 40446090 Side Gasket (Qty. 2) 40608000 Screen Retainer (Qty. 2) 40670030 Reverb Screen (pilot) 40710020 End Reverb Baffle 40621000 End Flue Collar 40616000...
  • Page 15 Item No. Part No. Description 40714000 Plenum Box Assembly 41218000 Emitter Kit (includes items 3 & 4) 40446080 End Gasket (Qty. 2) 40446090 Side Gasket (Qty. 2) 40608000 Screen Retainer (Qty. 2) 41748010 Reverb Screen 40710020 End Reverb Baffle 40621000 End Flue Collar 40616000 Side Flue Collar...
  • Page 16 RSCA10(N5A,L5) Item No. Part No. Description 40742000 Plenum Box Assembly 41219000 Emitter Kit (includes items 3 & 4) 40446080 End Gasket (Qty. 2) 40446110 Side Gasket (Qty. 2) 40747000 Screen Retainer (Qty. 2) 41748020 Reverb Screen 41156000 Reverb Baffle Assembly (ignition end) 40710020 Reverb Baffle (back end) 40621000...
  • Page 17 33,34,35 19,20 19,20 33,34,35 26,27 –16– Form #43219000 Jan 09...
  • Page 18 LIMITED WARRANTY: Gas-Fired Products, Inc., the manufacturer, warrants to the original owner of any Space-Ray infrared gas heater that said heater will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service. The heater(s) shall be installed, used and maintained strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The manufacturer's sole obligation under this warranty shall be limited to furnishing replacement parts, F.O.B.

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