Schwank STR-JZ Installation & Owner's Manual

Low intensity tube type infra red heater residential garage / workshop

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LOW INTENSITY TUBE TYPE INFRA RED HEATER
INSTALLATION / OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
SAFETY ALERT:
This heater must be installed and serviced only by a trained gas service techni-
cian. Failure to comply could result in personal injury, death, fire and/or property
damage.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other gas fired appliance.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Extinguish any open flame

Do not attempt to light this or any other appliance

Don't touch any electrical switch, or telephone

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone

Follow any and all instruction from your gas supplier

If your gas supplier is not available, call the fire department

FIELD CONVERTIBILITY:
This appliance is field con-
vertible to LP gas.
Model
STR-JZ
RESIDENTIAL GARAGE / WORKSHOP
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death.
Read the installation and operating and maintenance instruc-
tions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
Keep this manual in a secure place .
Record for future reference:
Model #:
Serial #:
(located on heater rating label)
STR-JZ I&OManual
IM090831
RD: AUG 2009
RL: 09A - BA

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  • Page 1 Keep this manual in a secure place . FIELD CONVERTIBILITY: Record for future reference: This appliance is field con- vertible to LP gas. Model #: Serial #: (located on heater rating label) STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 2 The Manufacturer. Unauthorized use or distribution of this publication is strictly prohibited. Schwank Group Schwank and InfraSave brands 5285 Bradco Boulevard Mississauga, Ontario,L4W 2A6 PO Box 988, 2 Schwank Way Waynesboro, Georgia 30830 Customer & Technical Services Phone: 877-446-3727 Fax: 866-361-0523 e-mail: csr@schwankgroup.com www.schwankgroup.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    STR-JZ SERIES GAS FIRED INFRARED LOW INTENSITY TUBE TYPE TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC ..PAGE TOPIC ……...PAGE 13. GAS SUPPLY ..........31 INSTALLATION HEATER EXPANSION ........31 IMPORTANT INFORMATION - READ FIRST FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTION ....31 - 33 APPLICATION ..........4 14.
  • Page 4: Application

    APPLICATION Model STR-JZ gas-fired radiant tube heater may be installed for heating of residential garage / workshop spaces. It is beyond the scope of these instructions to consider all conditions that may be encountered.
  • Page 5: Heater Expansion

    . Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation to adequately clear any smoke from the space. Notify site and safety personnel to ensure that alarm systems are not unduly activated. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 6: Clearance To Combustibles

    Refer to Figure 1 and Table 1 for the certified clearances to combustibles for the appropriate model input/size. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 7 MODEL UP TO 45 DEGREES HORIZONTALLY inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm) STR-JZ 60 2.5 (6) 1 (2.5) 17 (43) 34 (86) 1.5 (4) 5.5 (14) 34 (86) STR-JZ 45 2.75 (7) 1 (2.5)
  • Page 8 Refer to the information for the heater model being installed in Figure 1 and Table 1 to get the values for dimensions ‘S’, ‘F’ and ‘B’. Post this sign as instructed above. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 9: Labor Requirements

    Use for process or other applications that are not space heating will void the C.S.A. certification and product warranty. Process application requires field inspection and/or certification by local authorities having jurisdiction. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 10: Pre-Installation Survey

    ANSI/NFPA N0 70 in the U.S.A. and PART 1 CSA C22.1 in Canada must also be observed. The heating system must have gas piping of the correct diameter, length, and arrangement to function properly. For this reason, a layout drawing is necessary. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 11: Mounting Clearances

    24 inches (61 cm) to any ONE side to allow servicing of burner, blower and controls. (see Figure 2 below) - the minimum clearances to combustibles must always be maintained. For guidelines to heater placement refer to TABLE 2 (next page). FIGURE 2 STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 12 The radiant tube heater can be installed in configurations as illustrated in FIGURE 4 (next page) with a maximum of two 90° elbows per heater. The use of elbows reduces the total maximum vent allowable. (See Section 11 : Flue venting) STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 13 System Configuration 1 Straight line 2 “U” tube with 2 x 90° elbow kits 3 “L” tube with one 90° elbow kit 4 Twinned tubes into common TEE flue vent STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 14 (Not to be reversed) Place the reflector over the plate hang- ers. Secure reflector to hangers with sheet metal screws provided. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 15 Always with the cavity facing toward the ‘burner end’ of the system Place the second reflector over the plate hangers. Secure the reflector with 8 screws to the plate hanger. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 16 5. Bolt the angle adapter to the elbow/tube hanger through the aligned holes 6. The angle adapter will remain in place by resting on the tube 7. Attach reflector to the angle adapter with sheet metal screws STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 17 WITH HOOK OR CLAMP SCREW HANGER HOLE IN BEAM NOTE: It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that mounting hardware and fastening to structure are of sufficient strength to support the system. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 18 7. Webbed Hanger The distance between the 8. Hanging Chains tube flange and face of 9. Focus Shield Reflector the plate hanger must be 10. Reflector Stabilizer 2.5” (6 cm) STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 19 1. Webbed-Hanger and fastens the next Reflector 2. Reflectors 5. 90° Tube Elbow 3. Webbed-Hanger Flange UNDER Reflector 6. Tube/Elbow Coupler FIGURE 10 HANGER / REFLECTOR ORIENTATION HORIZONTAL TO 45 STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 20: Suspending The System

    5) Slide a Torctite tube coupler past the swage onto the next tube to be installed 6) Insert the swaged end of the tube into the next hanger to support its weight continued ... STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 21 ENSURE THAT THE SYSTEM IS LEVEL AND THAT ALL TUBES ARE ALIGNED HORI- ZONTALLY AND VERTICALLY – MAKE ADJUSTMENT AT SUSPENSION POINTS AS REQUIRED—WELDED SEAM OF 1st & 2nd TUBES MUST FACE DOWN (Continued on page 22) STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 22 BURNER AND A MINIMUM OF 24 INCHES (60 cm) FROM EITHER SIDE OF THE BURNER TO A WALL OR ANY OBSTRUCTION THAT WOULD RESTRICT OR LIMIT ACCESS TO THE BURNER FOR SERVICE OR REPAIRS. (SEE SECTIONS 5 & 6 - PRE-INSTALLATION SURVEY AND MOUNTING CLEARANCES) STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 23: Reflector Installation

    Plate hanger flange fitted UNDER reflector System support chain Auxiliary chain for angle adjustment 1° to 44° (vary the top junction to adjust reflector angle) See more info next page Webbed hanger fitted UNDER reflectors STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 24 5. Insert “S” hook down through hole in the top of the reflector extension 6. Rotate “S” hook approx. 90°, and insert into hole in reflector 7. Settle reflector extension into place STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 25: Flue Venting

    Tee (10 x 10 x 15 cm), supplied by the manufacturer. Vent pipe from each heater does not need to be equidistant to the vent Tee, but must comply to requirements below. The two STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 26 The flue vent system must slope downwards approximately 1/4" per ft (63 mm/ 300 mm)  toward the vent terminal, starting at the termination of the radiant tube - radiant tube must be level. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 27 12 inches (30 cm) for inputs up to and including 100,000 Btuh (30 kW)  3 ft (90 cm) for inputs exceeding 100,000 Btuh (30 kW)  STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 28: Combustion Air Duct

    Exceeding the allowable lengths noted above may create condensation problems and will  void CSA Design Certification and product warranty. continued ... STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 29 Fire Mar- shall and Department of Labor for possible contaminants and any conflict with the installation of hot surface heating equipment. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 30: Gas Supply

    “drip leg” in the gas line can cause property damage, injury or death and will void the heater warranty. TABLE 4 LINE PRESSURE MANIFOLD PRESSURE INCHES WATER COLUMN GAS TYPE (tap at gas valve outlet) INCHES WATER COLUMN MINIMUM MAXIMUM Natural Gas 14.0 STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 31 1/2” x 36” - JL-0771-RC 45,000 1 1/4” 1/2” x 24” - JL-0771-XX 1/2” x 36” - JL-0771-RC 60,000 20 / 30 1 1/2” 1/2” x 24” - JL-0771-XX 1/2” x 36” - JL-0771-RC STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 32 The flue vent, and combustion air duct (if installed) must also be configured in such a manner that the normal expansion of the heater will be accommodated. See Section 11. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 33: Electrical And Thermostat

    THE TUBE HEATER BURNER IS COMPLETELY FACTORY ASSEMBLED AND TESTED. ANY ALTERATION VOIDS THE CSA CERTIFICATION AND MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR OR MANUFACTURER. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 34: Wiring Diagram

    ANSI / NFPA 70 or current Canadian Electrical code CSA C22.1. A maximum night set-back of 9°F (5°C) is recommended for optimum economy and comfort. To maintain satisfactory comfort levels do not turn off the heating system over night/weekends. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 35 ANSI / NFPA 70 or current Canadian Electrical code CSA C22.1. A maximum night set-back of 9°F (5°C) is recommended for optimum economy and comfort. To maintain satisfactory comfort levels do not turn off the heating system over night/weekends. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 36: Sequence Of Operation

    #1 9. If the blower does not run, the blower air pressure switch (normally open contact) does not close and power is not supplied to the ignition control. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting Guide

     CHECK SPARK GAP SETTING IS 3/16” (ADJUST BY MOVING THE GROUND PRONG ONLY)  PERFORM IGNITION LEAD TEST (See SPARK IGNI- TION CIRCUIT INSTRUCTIONS—Section 22) CONTINUED  GOOD SPARK..REPLACE IGNITER  NO SPARK/OR WEAK..REPLACE CONTROL STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 38  CHECK FOR FAULTY WIRING, REMOVE GAS VALVE LEAD AT CONTROL ,  IF VALVE CLOSES, RECHECK THE TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER AND WIRING.  IF VALVE STAYS OPEN..REPLACE GAS VALVE TROUBLESHOOTING ENDS SEE S87J DSI CHECK STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 39: Spark Ignition Circuit

    3/16” 1/4” “booklet” format (8.5” x 11” folded in half) use these bars 1/4” 3/16” IF this manual is 8.5” x 11” “full page” format use these bars STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 40: Flame Sensing Circuit

    If gas good rectifying flame. pressure is correct check line and orifice for ob- Check gas pressure and gas ori- fice for insects, and spider webs. structions. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 41: Start-Up / Commissioning Sheet

    “burn off” and create smoke during the first hour of operation. This is temporary and normal. Please ensure that there is sufficient ventilation to adequately clear the smoke from the space. Notify site and safety personnel to ensure that alarm systems are not unduly activated. STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 42 IF INSTALLED..IS TURBULATOR AT FLUE END OF SYSTEM “MAXIMUM STACKING HEIGHT” SIGN(S) - POSTED AT THERMOSTAT(S) THIS HEATER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GOUNDED 1-866-361-0523 1-877-446-3727 FAX COMPLETED REPORT TO TECHNICAL SERVICES: FAX , VOICE STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 43  Overall length of heater includes the burner. ** Burner weight is 26 pounds (11.8 kg) Each 10 ft (305 cm) tube/reflector section weighs 82 pounds (37.2 kg) FIGURE 20 BURNER DIMENSIONS STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 44 ; 135 3/4” 345 cm 20’ 20’-11 3/4” ; 251 3/4” 628 cm 30’ 30’-7 3/4” ; 367 3/4” 934 cm FIGURE 8 HANGER / REFLECTOR ORIENTATION HORIZONTAL TO 45 STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 45: Burner / Tube Kit Assembly Chart

    26. BURNER & TUBE KIT ASSEMBLY CHART MODELS STR-JZ MODEL STR-JZ is approved for indoor residential garage / workshop application. For outdoor, wet and harsh environment applications refer to models SPW-JZ / IWP (powder coated burner box) and/or STW-JZ / IW (stainless steel burner box).
  • Page 46: Turbulators

    Tube Heaters are supplied with all required turbulator(s) factory installed into the tube(s). Tubes with turbulators are installed at the vent end of the system configuration and are clearly labeled for easy identification. STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009...
  • Page 47 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 29 DMS 29 DMS 30DMS 30DMS 30DMS 30DMS 31DMS 31DMS STR-JZ -45 NG JS-0729-DM JS-0729-DM JS-0730-DM JS-0730-DM JS-0730-DM JS-0730-DM JS-0731-DM JS-0731-DM 46 DMS 46 DMS 46 DMS 48 DMS 48 DMS 48 DMS...
  • Page 48: Optional Accessories

    6” wall horizontal Air Intake Terminal JA-0530-XX 4” roof vertical JA-0531-XX 6” roof vertical Torctite Coupler (c/w 2 bolts) JA-0516-SW Vent Tee 4” X 4” X 6” JA- 0514-XX (2 couplers optional) STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 49 - Supplied in Burner Kit CANADA Only: Type 1 Hose Gas Connector JL-0771-RC - Supplied in Burner Kit 45,000 to 60,000 Btuh, 1/2” x 36” Hose 1/2” MPT x 1/2” MPT STR-JZ I&OManual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A - BA...
  • Page 50 Not for use in corrosive or wet environments 24 Volt Option: Control Center Use when Multiple Tube Heaters JM-0303 –KT are controlled by a single 24V Thermostat or TruTemp (for field mounting) STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 51: Replacement Parts List

    STR-JZ PART # PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PRIMARY SUPPLEMENT JS-0582-XX Burner housing coated orange - Schwank BURNER HOUSING JJ-0582-XX Burner housing coated grey - InfraSave JS-0572-SE Tubing set 2 x 20" PVC SE PRESSURE SWITCH TUBING JS-0510-LP Burner head 45 -100...
  • Page 52 FLANGE GASKET JF-1012-EB Eye Bolt EYE BOLT JW-SUXX-HX Wiring Kit w/ Harness STS-JZ / IQ WIRING KIT (not shown) Low voltage wires Refer to Current Price List COMPLETE BURNER KIT STR-JZ I&O Manual IM090831 RD: AUG 2009 RL: 09A- BA...
  • Page 53 STR-JZ TUBE SYSTEM PARTS PART # PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PRIMARY SUPPLEMENT JS-0505-JZ Webbed Hanger each WEBBED HANGER JS-0502-JZ Reflector 24" x 116" each REFLECTOR JS-0506-JZ End Plate hanger each END PLATE HANGER JA-0501-PA-P Tube flanged aluminized sw no ports...
  • Page 54 Warranty is only applicable to Schwank components, other parts are limited to their own Manufacturers warranty period of one year (1 year).

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