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INSTALLATION
General
Use the information in this section to prepare for installation of
the strip heater. make sure to locate the specific information for
the model of strip heater and type of installation.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAzARD:
• Unit must be installed by a qualified electrician.
Installation must conform to all local electrical codes.
Installation by unqualified personnel will void unit
warranty and may lead to electric shock or burn, as well
as damage to unit and/or its surroundings.
• Consult a licensed electrical contractor for proper
electrical installation conforming to local electrical
codes and the National Electrical Code (N.E.C.).
• Unit is not weatherproof. Locate unit indoors where
ambient air temperature is a minimum of 70°F (21°C).
FIRE HAzARD:
• Locate unit the correct distance from combustible walls
and materials. If safe distances are not maintained,
discoloration or combustion could occur. Refer to
specific installation and mounting information in this
manual for proper clearances.
• Make sure to follow the installation information listed
below for halogen strip heaters. If safe distances are
not maintained, discoloration or combustion could
occur.
a. Do not install halogen strip heaters less than 10"
(254 mm) above combustible surfaces.
b. Do not install halogen strip heaters less than
7" (178 mm) above non-combustible surfaces.
c. Install all halogen strip heaters with a minimum
distance of 2" (51 mm) from any wall or adjacent
surface.
1. Remove the unit from the carton.
NOTE: To prevent delay in obtaining warranty coverage,
complete online warranty registration. See the
ImPORTaNT OWNER INFORmaTION section for
details.
2. Remove tape and protective packaging from all surfaces of
the unit.
3. Install the unit in the desired location. Refer to the
"Installing the Unit" procedure in this section.
• Locate the unit in an area where the ambient air
temperature is constant and a minimum of 70°F (21°C).
avoid areas that may be subject to active air movements
or currents (i.e., near exhaust fans/hoods and air
conditioning ducts).
• make sure the unit is installed with the proper
clearances from adjacent surfaces.
4. Install the control box in the desired location. Refer to
"Installing the Control Box" procedure in this section.
Installation Site Requirements
The installation site must meet specific requirements for safe
and proper installation of the unit.
• make sure the countertop material is designed to withstand
long periods of hot food holding temperatures. Contact the
manufacturer of the countertop material for application
information.
• make sure the installation site provides the proper
minimum clearances for adjacent surfaces. The following
are the required minimum clearances:
above Unit = 1-1/2" (38 mm)
Sides of Unit = 2" (51 mm)
Below Unit = 7" (178 mm), non-combustible base surface
10" (254), combustible base surface
Minimum Clearance Above
Non-Combustible Surface =
Minimum Clearance Above
Combustible Surface =
minimum Clearances
NOTE: Halogen strip heaters can be installed over a steam
table. Follow the clearance requirements for installation
over a non-combustible base surface.
Recommended Install
Height Above
Non-Combustible Surface
9–13"
(229–330 mm)
Heat Pattern Dimension
(determined by mounting height —
approximately 12" [305 mm])
Recommended Installation Heights
6
1-1/2"
(38 mm)
Shelf
2" (51 mm)
2" (51 mm)
7"
(178 mm)
10"
(254 mm)
Counter
Recommended Install
Height Above
Combustible Surface
10–13"
(254–330 mm)
Form No. GRN4m-0312
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