Easy Radiant Works PPRTH-50-15 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

The purple people heater prth patio radiant tube heater

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12288 Brawn Side Road 22, RR2, Wainfleet, Ontario Canada L0S 1V0
Installation & Operating Instructions
PRTH Patio Radiant Tube Heater
For either indoor or outdoor installation. Not for use in residential dwellings.
Installation a l'interieur ou a l'exterieur. Ne pas installer dans un logement.
PPRTH-50-15
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
property damage, injury or death. Read the installation instructions, operating
and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this
equipment.
The installation must comply with local codes and CAN / CGA B – 149 in Canada
or the National Fuel Gas codes ANSI Z83.20 / CSA 2.34 (2008) and ANSI Z83.20A /
CSA 2.34 (2010) for gas burning appliances.
This manual must remain with the appliance.
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause property
damage, injury or death. Read the
installation, operating and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.
Easy Radiant "Works"
Phone: 905-899-3473 Fax: 905-899-2262
www.erwcan.com
The Purple People Heater
PPRTH-75-20
WARNING
email: erw@vaxxine.com
Models:
AVERTISSEMENT. Une installation,
un réglage, une modification, une
réparation ou un entretien incorrect peut
entraîner des dommages matériels, des
blessures ou la mort. Li sez attentivement
les instructions d'installation, de
fonctionnement et d'entretien avant de
procéder à l'installation ou àl'entretien de
cet équipement.
PPRTH-85-25

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  • Page 1 PRTH Patio Radiant Tube Heater For either indoor or outdoor installation. Not for use in residential dwellings. Installation a l’interieur ou a l’exterieur. Ne pas installer dans un logement. Models: PPRTH-50-15 PPRTH-75-20 PPRTH-85-25 WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death.
  • Page 2 FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER VAPOURS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER GAS APPLIANCE. FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. OPEN WINDOWS. 2. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES 3.
  • Page 3 WARNING A licensed, well-qualified technician experienced with this type of appliance, must install this appliance. It is the installers’ responsibility to ensure that any adjacent materials are protected from damage and or degradation. Persons not qualified must not install this appliance. Failure to comply with these precautions and instructions provided with this appliance, can result in death, serious bodily injury, damage or property loss, fire hazard, explosion, asphyxiation, carbon monoxide poisoning or electrical shock.
  • Page 4 This appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply during and pressure testing if that pressure exceeds ½” psig. WARNING Natural gas heating valves can vary. It is the responsibility of the installer to make certain the input rate to the appliance as installed, does not exceed the nameplate rating.
  • Page 5 1000 ft (305m) of elevation above sea level. Model Length Input (BTU) Hangers Weight Clearance to Combustibles in inches Below Sides Back (45 (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) degrees) PPRTH-50-15 50,000 88 lbs (5182) 39.8 kgs (1220) (635) (102) (406) PPRTH-75-20 75,000 115 lbs (6706) 47.5 kgs (1220)
  • Page 6: Electrical Specifications

    WARNING Heaters must be installed so as to provide adequate accessibility to controls for routine service or maintenance. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical 120VAC / 60 Hz / 1-Ph / 1A In locations used for storage of combustible materials, signs must be posted to specify the maximum permissible stacking height to maintain the required clearances from the heaters to combustibles.
  • Page 7: Suspending The System

    SUSPENDING THE SYSTEM WARNING Inadequate or improper suspension of the tube heater can result in collapse of the system, property damage, and personal injury or death. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the hardware and structural supports from which the heater is suspended are sound and of adequate strength to support the weight and expansion forces of the heater.
  • Page 8 WARNING Never use a match or other flame to test for gas leaks. Use soap and water solution to check for leaks to all connections and joints and if bubbles appear, leaks have been detected and must be corrected. Never operate the heater with leaking connections.
  • Page 9 LABOUR REQUIREMENTS Two persons are required to safely install this equipment. Wear gloves and other required safety protection. INSTALLATION IN COMMERCIAL GARAGES AND PARKING STRUCTURES Low intensity heaters are suitable for use in commercial garages when installed in accordance with the latest edition of the Standard for Parking Structures, ANSI/NFPA 88A, or the Standard for Repair Garages ANSI/NFPA No.
  • Page 10 WARNING INSTALLATIONS OTHER THAN SPACE HEATING Use for process or other applications that are not space heating will void the products warranty. Process application requires field inspection and/or certification by local authorities having jurisdiction. IMPORTANT Single or multiple heater placement must be such that continuous operation of heater(s) will not cause combustible material or materials in storage to reach a temperature in excess of ambient temperature plus 90 degrees Fahrenheit (50 degrees Celsius).
  • Page 11: General Installation Procedures

    GENERAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES CAREFULLY READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO BEGINNING ANY INSTALLATION PROCEDURES. 1. In order to ensure valid warranty, a qualified and licensed gas fitter must install this heater. 2. The heater must be hung in such a fashion so as to conform with the clearances to combustibles described on the nameplate of the heater, and any local or applicable codes.
  • Page 14 PATIO HEATING DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS “The Purple People Heater” placement is critical for effective and efficient patio heating. For multiple heaters, if heaters are placed too close together, or mounted too low, patrons of the patio may be uncomfortable. If heaters are placed too far apart, or too high, on a breezy or wind-swept patio, the area may never become comfortable.
  • Page 15 4. Slide reflector at primary (burner end) into place. 5. Attach burner hanger bracket (see PTH-B) to heater burner with nuts & bolts provided. 6. Attach heater head to Primary tube with 4 bolts and nuts supplied. 7. Slide reflector under 1” lip on heater cover. 8.
  • Page 16 WARNING To allow heater expansion the gas supply must be installed using: In the USA: a stainless steel flexible gas connector certified for use on an infrared radiant tube heater (ANZI Z21.24 CSA 6.10) In Canada: a Type 1 hose connector (CAN/CGA 8.1). Also the flue vent, and combustion air intake (if used) must be installed in such a manner that the normal expansion of the heater will be accommodated.
  • Page 17 3. The maximum allowable length of vent pipe is 60 ft. This length includes the combination of inlet air vent for combustion and exhaust venting. The RADIANT TUBE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS MEASUREMENT. For every 90-degree bend in the system, 5 ft. must be deducted from the allowable total. 4.
  • Page 33 LISTED ACCESSORIES: AC1010 Industrial Thermostat 120V AC1020 Agricultural Thermostat AC1030 Remote Thermostat AC1050 Agricultural Thermostat AC1060 24V Thermostat AC1070 Flexible Gas Connector AC1080 Outside Air Adapter AC1030 Remote Thermostat AC1100 Outside Air Wall Cap AC1110 Combustion Air Flex Duct AC1120 4x4x6 Tee AC1130 90 degree Elbow...
  • Page 34 LISTED ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 35 AC1120 Tee 4”x4”x6”...
  • Page 36 The gas supply lines, all safety controls of the heater and the venting system must be inspected and tested annually by a qualified and licensed gas technician, experienced with the installation and servicing of this type of appliance. APPLICATION A gas fired radiant tube heater may be installed for heating of commercial / industrial / agricultural non-residential spaces.
  • Page 37: Heater Expansion

    WARNING HEATER EXPANSION It is normal condition that during heat-up and cool-down a tube heater will expand and contract. Allowances for heater expansion must be made in the gas connection, venting and combustion air ducting. WARNING GAS CONNECTION Improper installation, connection, or adjustment can result in property damages, toxic gases, asphyxiation, injury and death.
  • Page 38: Clearances To Combustibles

    WARNING CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Location of flammable or explosive objects, liquids or vapours close to the appliance may cause fire or explosion and result in property damage, injury or death. Do not use, store or locate flammable or explosive objects, liquids or vapours in proximity of the appliance.
  • Page 39 SV9510/SV9520; SV9610/SV9620 DIRECT HOT SURFACE IGNITION SmartValve SYSTEM CONTROL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION WITH ST9160 ELECTRONIC FAN TIMER OR 208907 TERMINAL BOARD APPLY POWER TO APPLIANCE THERMOSTAT CALLS FOR HEAT AIR PROVING SWITCH PROVED WAIT FOR AIR PROVING SWITCH OPEN? TO OPEN COMBUSTION AIR BLOWER ON FIVE-MINUTE WAIT PERIOD AIR PROVING SWITCH PROVED...
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting with LED Indicator Assistance Check the system thermostat to make sure it is in an (No cycling of appliance power or thermostat call active call for heat mode. (Do not cycle the for heat since appliance failure has occurred) thermostat on and off at this time.) Remove the appliance burner compartment door.
  • Page 41 WARNING Line Voltage Power Can cause property damage, severe injury or death. Only a trained, experienced service technician Should perform this troubleshooting. After LED flash code analysis and appliance repair are Make sure the appliance power is on and any manually complete, turn thermostat below room temperature for 10 operated gas cock on the appliance is open.
  • Page 43: Recommended Maintenance

    PROMPT DISPOSITION OF WARRANTY CLAIMS Easy Radiant Works will make a good faith effort for prompt correction or other adjustment with respect to any product that proves to be defective in material or workmanship within the warranty period.
  • Page 44 START-UP/TECHNICAL SUPPORT INFORMATION This equipment has been factory fired and tested prior to shipment. To ensure that site conditions are compatible with the heater’s performance, the following start up needs to be completed by the qualified gas installer. A technician calling for technical support must provide the information from the following completed reports.

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Pprth-75-20Pprth-85-25

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