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Brant Radiant Heaters, Ltd.
AVS Series
Gas-Fired Infrared Quad Tube Heater
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can
cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintence
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
AVERTISSEMENT. Une installation, un réglage, une modification, une réparation ou un
entretien incorrect peut entraîner des dommages matériel, des blessures ou la mort.
lisez attentivement les instructions d'installation, de fonctionnement et d'entretien avant
de procéder à l'installation ou à l'entretien de cet équipement.
Not for residential use! This heater is NOT approved for use in any residential application.
This includes, but is not limited to, attached garages, solariums, living quarters, etc.
Installation in residential spaces may result in property damage, asphyxiation, serious injury
or death. Consult your local fire marshall and/or insurance carrier if unsure of your
application.
Interdit pour usage résidentiel. Ne pas utiliser cet appareil à la maison, dan les
chambres à coucher, dan les harages attenants, etc.
This is NOT an explosion proof heater. Where there is a possibility of exposure to flammable
vapors, consult the local fire marshall, the fire insurance carrier and other authorities for
approval of proposed installation.
Cet émetteur n'est pas un appareil antideflagrant. Lorsqu'il y a risque de contact avec des
vapeurs inflammables, consulter le commissaire local des incendies, la compagnie
d'assurance incendie ou tout autre authorité compétente pour approbation de l'installation.
Storage of gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance may result in fire or explosion. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Always maintain published
clearance to combustibles.
Il est interdit d'utiliser des liquides inflammables ou degagent des vapeors inflammabled a
proximaite de tout appareil fonctionnant au gaz.
For Your Safety
If you smell gas:
• Open windows.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Extinguish any open flame.
• Do not try to light any appliances.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbours phone.
WARNING
!
Consignes De Sécurité
Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz:
• Ouvrez les fenêtres.
• Ne touches pas aux interrupters électriques.
• Éteignez toute flamme nue.
• Contactez immediatement votre compagnie de gaz.
Keep these instructions for future reference.
LIOBRHAVS 0911
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- Page 1 Brant Radiant Heaters, Ltd. AVS Series Gas-Fired Infrared Quad Tube Heater WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintence instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction • Table of Contents Series Contents 1.0 Introduction ............. . 3 Overview . -
Page 3: Introduction
Refer to page 44 for a list of the kit contents for your Series heater. Materials not included in the heater kit contents (e.g., screws, vent material, terminals, etc.) are the responsibility of the installer. Notify your product representative or Brant Radiant Heaters Limited of any discrepancy or missing kit contents prior to installing unit. -
Page 4: Safety Labels And Their Locations
Contact Brant Radiant Heaters Limited or an authorized dealer for Clearance Safety Limit Signs or for Clearance Safety Limit Tags (one tag is provided with each heater). - Page 5 Introduction • Safety Labels and Their Locations Series AVS Series Internal Block Wiring Diagram /,1( 92/7$*( 1(875$/ 9$& +] 99 75$16)250(5 35(6685( 6:,7&+ &LUFXLW %RDUG < ',$*1267,& /,*+7 1& : 9 ,1 9 ,1 5 *< < ,1',&$725 /,*+7 )/$0( 6(1625 )/$0( 6(1625 120V NEUTRAL...
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Page 6: Safety
Safety • Warning Symbols Series Safety WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, serious injury or death. Read and understand, the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Only trained, qualified gas installation and service personnel may install or service this equipment. -
Page 7: Applications
Safety • Applications • Standards, Certifications and Regulations Series Applications This is not an explosion proof heater. No tube heater may be used in a Class 1 or Class 2 Explosive Environment. Consult your local fire marshall, insurance carrier and other authorities for approval if the proposed installation is in question. -
Page 8: Clearance To Combustibles
Safety • Clearance to Combustibles Series Clearance to Combustibles WARNING Placement of explosive objects, flammable objects, liquids and vapors close to the heater may result in explosion, fire, property damage, serious injury or death. Do not store or use explosive objects, liquids and vapors in the vicinity the heater. - Page 9 Safety • Clearance to Combustibles Series WARNING Failure to comply with the stated clearances to combustibles may result in personal injury, property damage and/or death. Failure to mount the appliance level may result in personal injury, property damage and/or death. Chart 2.1 •...
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Page 10: Installation
Installation • Design Considerations and Prechecks Series Installation WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, serious injury or death. Read and understand, the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Only trained, qualified gas installation and service personnel may install or service this equipment. -
Page 11: Recommended Mounting Heights And Coverages
Installation • Recommended Mounting Heights and Coverages • Application Guidelines Series Chart 3.1 • Recommended Mounting Heights and Coverages* Input Recommended Approximate Coverage Area Model No. BTU/h Mounting Height (ft.) (LxW) AVS-40 [N,P] 40,000 6 to 7 22 x 24 AVS-60 [N,P] 60,000 6 to 8... -
Page 12: Heater Packaging
Installation • Heater Packaging Series Heater Packaging Heaters are made up of three pieces shipped in two boxes; the burner control box in the first box and the emitter assembly and reflectors in the second box (see Figure 3.2). Figure 3.2 •... -
Page 13: Heater Assembly
Installation • Heater Assembly Series Heater Assembly Assembly prior to hanging: With this method, the use of two saw horses or a raised table or bench surface is beneficial (the emitter assembly and reflector box may also be used). Lay the emitter assembly (TP-6082) across the horses or bench with the exchanger connection hanging bracket extended out over the edge (See Detail ‘A’) NOTE: Use of the foam shipping blocks will help protect the emitter coating and reflectors. -
Page 14: Preparing Points For Hanging
Installation • Heater Assembly • Preparing Points for Hanging Series Installing the Reflector Assembly NOTE: Prior to installing the reflector, relocate the saw horses to support the burner control box and the tubes beneath the u-end reflector. Align the reflector end cap holes (2) with the corresponding burner control box studs (see Detail ‘C’-Step 1). - Page 15 Installation • Preparing Points for Hanging • Hanging Types Series Preparing Points for Hanging Transfer the heater’s three hanging locations to the ceiling where the unit is to be installed and mark hanging points. Prepare mounting surface. If necessary attach additional support blocks and drill holes (Figure 3.5). Fasten beam clamp, screw hook or other type of suspension anchor to hanging point.
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Page 16: Hanging Pre-Assembled Unit
Installation • Hanging Pre-Assembled Unit Series Hanging Pre-Assembled Unit Raise the assembled unit from assembly station to prepared hanging location. NOTE: This can be done manually or with a winch system. Attach two chains to exchanger connection hanging bracket (TP-6079). Secure S-hooks. Attach the third chain located furthest from the gas and electrical connections to the reflector end assembly (TP-6089A) and secure S-hook. - Page 17 Installation • Hanging Pre-Assembled Unit • Final Check List Series Figure 3.7 • Hanging the Heater (Side View) 13.5” 83” 4.5” 2” 3” Mount Heater Level - Front to Back - Figure 3.8 • Hanging the Heater Figure 3.9 • Hanging the Heater (Burner Box Back View) (Exhaust End View)
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Page 18: Venting
Installation • Venting Series Venting WARNING Insufficient ventilation and/or improperly sealed vents may release gas into the building which could result in health problems, carbon monoxide poisoning or death. Improper venting may result in fire, explosion, injury or death. Seal vent pipes with high temperature sealant and three (3) #8 sheet metal screws. Vent enclosed spaces and buildings according to the guidelines in this manual and applicable national, state, provincial and local codes. - Page 19 Installation • Venting • Unvented Operation Series Unvented Operation WARNING Not for residential use. The use of unvented tube heaters in residential indoor spaces may result in property damage, serious injury or death. Use unvented operation in commercial and industrial installations with proper ventilation rates only. When using an unvented configuration , consider the following: (agricultural use only)
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Page 20: Sidewall Venting
Installation • Venting • Sidewall Venting Series Sidewall Venting Guidelines: Vent Pipe Angle • To prevent moisture from entering the heater system, slope the vent pipe downward toward the outlet 1/4 in. per foot of length. Do not pitch the heater. •... - Page 21 Installation • Venting • Rooftop Venting Series Rooftop Venting Guidelines: Vent Locations and Clearances • Separate air intake duct from vent pipe a minimum of 4 ft. (1.2 m) by placing vent pipes higher than adjacent air intake duct. • Venting may utilize standard B-vent cap. •...
- Page 22 Installation • Venting • Common Venting Series Common Venting • When joining two heaters to a common vent, a staggered arrangement or a dual exhaust assembly (P/N: YSM) must be used so that by-products of one heater do not flow into the adjoining vent of the other heater.
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Page 23: Combustion Air Requirements
Installation • Combustion Air Requirements Series Combustion Air Requirements Combustion air may be supplied to the heater by indoor or outdoor means. If using combustion air intake from indoors, the required volume of the space must be a minimum of 50 ft per 1000 BTU/hr (4.8 m /kW) unless the building is of unusually tight construction. - Page 24 Installation • Combustion Air Requirements Series Figure 3.17 • Horizontal Outside Air Supply for Single Heater Intake • Side View Air Inlet Connection (Flexible boot and band clamps are recommended) Wall Air Intake Cap Burner 4” pipe Figure 3.18 • Vertical Outside Air Supply for Common Heater Intake •...
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Page 25: Gas Supply
Installation • Gas Supply Series Gas Supply WARNING Improperly connected gas lines may result in fire, explosion, poisonous fumes, toxic gases, asphyxiation or death. Connect gas lines in accordance to national, state, provincial and local codes. IMPORTANT! Before connecting the gas supply to the burner control box: •... - Page 26 Installation • Gas Supply Series To connect the gas: WARNING Failure to install, operate or service this appliance in the approved manner may result in property damage, injury or death. Only trained, qualified gas installation and service personnel may install or service this equipment. The installation must conform with local building codes or, in the absence of such codes, the National Fuel Code (NFPA 54) and in conjunction with ANSI Z21.24/CSA 6.10 “Connectors for Gas Appliances”.
- Page 27 Installation • Gas Supply Series Attach the flexible connector to the adapter and burner control box inlet. Seal the joints. NOTE: Excessive torque on the manifold may misalign the orifices. Always use two wrenches to tighten mating pipe connections. Final assembly must be tested for gas leaks according to NFPA 54 and all local codes and/or Standards.
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Page 28: Electrical Requirements And Wiring Diagrams
Installation • Electrical Requirements • Thermostat Series Electrical Requirements WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, serious injury or death. Read and understand, the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Only trained, qualified gas installation and service personnel may install or service this equipment. - Page 29 Installation • Electrical Requirements • Field Wiring Series Wiring WARNING Electric Shock Field wiring to the tube heater must be connected and grounded in accordance with national, state, provincial and/or local codes. In the United States refer to the most current revisions to the ANSI/NFPA 70 Standard and in Canada refer to the most current revisions to the CSA C22.1 Part I Standard.
- Page 30 Installation • Electrical Requirements • Internal Wiring Diagrams Series Before field wiring this appliance - Check existing wiring; replace if necessary. NOTE: If any of the original wire supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with wiring material having a temperature rating of at least 105°...
- Page 31 Installation • Electrical Requirements • Internal Wiring Diagrams Series Figure 3.24 • Internal Block Wiring Diagram /,1( 92/7$*( 1(875$/ 9$& +] 99 75$16)250(5 35(6685( 6:,7&+ &LUFXLW %RDUG < ',$*1267,& /,*+7 1& : 9 ,1 9 ,1 5 *< < ,1',&$725 /,*+7 )/$0( 6(1625 )/$0( 6(1625...
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Page 32: Operation
Operation • Operating Instructions • Lighting Procedures • Shutdown Procedures Series Operation WARNING This appliance does not have a pilot ignition. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not attempt to light the system by hand. BEFORE OPERATING, smell all around the appliance area for gas. -
Page 33: Sequence Of Operation
Operation • Sequence of Operation Series WARNING This heater must be installed and serviced by trained gas installation and service personnel only. Do not bypass any safety features or the heater’s built in safety mechanisms will be compromised. Sequence of Operation Starting Circuit: Upon a call for heat, the fan and transformer is energized by 120VAC from the thermostat/controller. -
Page 34: Maintenance
Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Series Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide Turn up thermostat/controller. Is the power at the Does the fan The blower assembly heater 120V? blower turn on? is faulty and must be replaced. Find the source of the electrical problem between panel and heater. Is there 24V at the blue and yellow Is there 24V at the Does the unit spark? - Page 35 Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Series Bypassing any switch is intended for testing purposes only. Do not leave switch bypassed NOTICE during normal operation or the heater’s built-in safety mechanisms will be compromised. Start Corrective Process Question Action Question Check both high temperature spark wires and both electrodes.
- Page 36 Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Series Continued from page 34. Test for 24V at valve opening period (usually 7 to 10 seconds after power to heater). Is there 24V to valve for 15 seconds? Replace circuit board. Do the burners Do the burners stay on for approx. stay on? 15 seconds and then shut off? Do the burners come on and turn...
- Page 37 Maintenance • Troubleshooting Guide Series Check to make sure gas pressure is within Replace gas valve. minimum and maximum inputs, as indicated Correct problem. With microampmeter, check Is the heater properly grounded? DC ampperage at flame rods. Is the heater’s polarity correct? Is it 1.0 microamps? Check to make sure gas pressure is Check to make sure both flame...
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Page 38: Heater Components And Parts List
Maintenance • Heater Components and Parts List Series Replacement Parts Figure 5.1 • Burner Assembly Components 6005 6007 3014 3022 6013 6070 6008A 6225 6015 1528 6065 6011 6069 6070 3055 6009 6003 6011 264G 6044 6051 6053 6001 3055 6040,6041 6004 6023... - Page 39 Maintenance • Heater Components and Parts List Series Figure 5.2 • Tube & Reflector Components 6085A 6088 6079 6021B 6084A 6082 6086A 6084A 6077B 6082 6087A 6089A 6077B 6075 6077A 6077A 6087A 6080 WVE-GALV Part No. Description Part No. Description TP-6021B Tube Flange Gasket TP-6070 Burner...
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Page 40: Routine Inspection
Maintenance • Routine Inspection Series WARNING Personal injury or death may result if maintenance is not performed by properly trained gas installer or service personnel. Contact the installing distributor or place of purchase for service. Do not operate heating system if repairs are necessary. -
Page 41: Maintenance Log
Maintenance • Maintenance Log Inspection Series Maintenance Log Date Maintenance Performed Replacement Parts Required... - Page 42 Series Notes...
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Page 43: Limited Warranty Terms And Conditions
Prompt Disposition. Brant Radiant Heaters Limited will make a good faith effort for prompt correction or other adjustment with respect to any product which proves to be defective within limited warranty. For any product believed to be defective within limited warranty, first write or call dealer from whom the product was purchased. -
Page 44: Limited Warranty
4” Galvanized Vent Flapper Cap Filled By: B = Packed with Burner Control Box T = Packed with Emitter Assembly and Reflectors © 2011 Brant Radiant Heaters Ltd. Approvals Limited Warranty 34 Scott Ave • Paris, ON N3L 3R1 • CSA.