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Series TA/TX/TXR Infrared Heater
Installation, Operation and Service Instructions
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows
2. Don't touch electrical switches
3. Extinguish any open flame
4. Immediately call your gas supplier
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE
Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz:
1. Ouvrez les fenetres
2. Ne touchez pas aux interupteurs
electriques
3. Eteignez tout flamme nue
4. Contactez immediatment votre
fournisseur de gaz
Read and thoroughly understand these Instructions before attempting any installation.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, death or property
damage. Read the installation, operation and service instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing
Installer
Owner
Retain this Manual for reference.
WARNING
this equipment.
563 Barton Street, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5S1
www.superiorradiant.com
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE
Il est interdit d'utiliser des liquides
inflammables ou degageant des vapeurs
inflammables, a proximites de tout appareil
fonctionnent au gaz.
03/14 LT096

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  • Page 1 Series TA/TX/TXR Infrared Heater Installation, Operation and Service Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas: Do not store or use gasoline or other 1. Open windows 2. Don’t touch electrical switches flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2 CAUTION: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Maintain clearance to combustible constructions as further specified in this manual. Failure to do so could result in a serious fire hazard. Heaters should not be located in hazardous atmospheres containing flammable vapors or combustible dusts. Signs should be provided in storage areas specifying maximum safe stacking height.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Content INTRODUCTION ..................................4 ..................................4 NSTALLATION ODES General Installation and Gas Codes ............................4 Aircraft Hangar Installation ..............................4 Public Garage Installation ..............................4 Parking Structures................................. 4 Gas Supply Lines ................................... 5 Electrical ....................................5 Venting ....................................5 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ..............................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Superior Radiant offers its 15 years of infrared expertise in a cost effective unitary heater design as culmination of that commitment. Series TA/TX/TXR models are field assembled, low intensity infrared heaters that are easy to install and maintain, and which were engineered with significant input from our customers.

  • Page 5: Gas Supply Lines

    Introduction Gas Supply Lines Gas supply pipe sizing must be in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2 Installation Codes in Canada. A 1/8" NPT plugged tap must be installed in the gas line connection immediately upstream of the burner farthest from the gas supply meter to allow checking of system gas pressure.

  • Page 6: General Specifications

    General Specifications General Specifications Gas Supply Inlet Pressure Natural Gas: Minimum 5.0" W.C. Propane Gas: Minimum 11.5" W.C. Maximum 14.0" W.C. Maximum 14.0" W.C. Manifold Pressure Natural Gas: 3.5" W.C. (High Rate) Propane Gas: 10.5" W.C. 2.4" W.C. (Low Rate) 6.2"...

  • Page 7: Dimensional Charts

    Dimensional Charts 18" 6" 16" 24" 14" 36" 12" 15" 12" 10' - 4" 9" Figure 1: Overall Dimensional Information ELBOW BAFFLE SECTION 16" WHEN INSTALLING, ORIENT BAND CLAMP LOCK BOLTS TO TOP, AT 10 O'CLOCK OR 2 O'CLOCK POSITION 4', 6' OR 8' COUPLING REFLECTOR...

  • Page 8: Configurations

    Configurations Heat Exchanger Length High Rate Low Rate Baffle (ft.) Model (BTU/Hr) (BTU/Hr) Length (ft.) Minimum Maximum TA/TX/TXR-40 40,000 30,000 TA/TX/TXR-60 60,000 45,000 TA/TX/TXR-80 80,000 60,000 TA/TX/TXR-100 100,000 75,000 TA/TX/TXR-125 125,000 95,000 TA/TX/TXR-150 150,000 115,000 TA/TX/TXR-175 175,000 130,000 TA/TX/TXR-205 205,000 160,000 TA/TX/TXR-220 220,000...

  • Page 9: Clearance To Combustibles

    Clearance To Combustibles A general clearance of 18” (0.5 m) in every direction is recommended for servicing only around each Burner, Vacuum Pump, and End Vent Cap air supply (at the far end of each Radiant Branch) also to ensure adequate air flow in and around the Heating System. In addition to this it is very important to observe the minimum clearance to combustibles at all times to avoid any possibility of property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 10 Clearance to Combustibles Table 2: Minimum Clearance to Combustibles Model No.: TA / TX / TXR Reflector Configurations Horizontal 2" 2" 2" 2" 4" 4" 6" 6" 6" 18" 25" 26" 30" 33" 36" 40" 44" 46" 45" 58" 62" 67"...

  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Installation Sequence Generally, there is no unique sequence for installation of the burner or heat exchanger. A review of the job site will usually indicate a logical installation order. However, time and expense can be saved if installation is begun at the most critical dimension, watching for interference from overhead doors, cranes, auto lifts etc.
  • Page 12 Installation Truss I-Beam Concrete Beam I-Beam Eye Bolt 12" Anchor Min. Beam Clamp 24" Min. Note: 12" Close all "S" hooks, 3/8" Min. chain links, "J" bolts Threaded and turnbuckles or any open connection. Turnbuckle Chain link Figure 5: Suspension Mechanism ...
  • Page 13 Installation NSTALLATION  Always use all the hangers supplied. As a rule the combustion tube (first tube) utilizes 2 hangers and thereafter 1 hanger per 10' section. It is required that the first hanging point be 2" to 8" from the burner mounting flange, and tube weld seam must face down, refer to Figure 7 for more details.
  • Page 14 Installation  Tighten the cradle loops of the first hanger with the “J-Bolt” found in the burner box, to snugly hold the combustion tube from rotating see Figure 9. Note: For all coupling joints, ensure that the tube joint is in the center of the coupling length, and that the overlap joint of the coupling is above the centerline of the tube.
  • Page 15 Installation EATER AND AFFLE NSTALLATION  Locate the burner gasket provided, bolt the burner in place on the tube flange with provided hardware. Burner must never be installed in a tilted position. The sense electrode of the burner cup should be in the 12 o’clock position (Figure 10). Note: Tube Burner MUST NEVER be...
  • Page 16 Installation  A general overall view of the tubes and reflector hangers are shown in Figure 12 below Locate Tube and Reflector Hangers every 10' thereafter. 10' Tube *Note: (30' system shown Vent here, the same principle Adapter should be followed for 40', 50' systems or more) Bend Tab Refer to Installation Sequence...
  • Page 17 Installation EFLECTOR NSTALLATION  Slide a reflector section into place within the support hanger, (Figure 13). Slide Reflector through the Hanger and Reflector Support as shown. Note: Close all chain links "S" hooks, "J" bolts and turnbuckles or any open connection. Figure 13: Reflector Installation ...
  • Page 18 Installation Note: Reflectors should overlap adjacent reflectors 4" to 6". Be sure not to tile reflector sections; that is, reflector sections must be either above both adjacent reflector sections, or below both adjacent reflector sections. Refer to Figure 15. Vent Termination Reflector Reflector Overlap...
  • Page 19 Installation  Secure every second reflector overlap together with a minimum of 2 - #8 x 3/8" long screws (not supplied), and secure reflector to the reflector bracket at this point by tightening down #8 x 1¼" screws supplied with reflector brackets (Figure 16). The remaining reflector overlap joints and reflector brackets are left loose to accommodate system movement.
  • Page 20 Installation “U-T ” I LBOW AND NSTALLATION  If required by the heater layout, install 90° elbows or U-tube where indicated. Refer to Figure 18 for details. Note: Elbows or U-tubes are typically installed without reflectors. To reduce the above clearance to combustibles distance use miter reflectors (see Figure 19) and refer to Clearance to Combustibles information.
  • Page 21 Installation ITERED EFLECTOR NSTALLATION  If used, install the Mitered Reflector as shown below (Figure 19). Assemble Corner Bracket to Mitered Reflectors as shown Fasten Mitered Reflectors with 4 - #8 x 3/8" Screws Mitered Reflector Sections should overlap standard Reflectors.
  • Page 22 Installation & B EFLECTORS OTTOM HIELDS  If used, install side shields (reflectors) and/or bottom shield as required. Refer to Figure 20 and Figure 21 for details.  Side shields are 124" long. Fasten one side shield per reflector with #8 x 3/8" screws. Use three side shield brackets per side shield.
  • Page 23 Installation OTTOM HIELD EFLECTOR NSTALLATION  Bottom shields need not overlap. Each 5' section is held with two support brackets (see Figure 21). Note: Close all open ended "S" hooks, chain links, and turnbuckles or any open connection. Tighten Screw Tubing Section #8 x 3/8"...
  • Page 24 Installation RILLE PTIONAL Series TA/TX/TXR heaters are approved for the addition of Deco-Grille either directly to the heater reflector or as part of a T-Bar installation where the heater is above the ceiling structure. Refer to Figure 22 and Figure 23 below for details. Deco-Grille Panel Note: Close all open ended "S"...

  • Page 25: Venting / Combustion Air Ducting

    Venting / Combustion Air Ducting General Requirements  Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54) in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2 Installation Codes in Canada, as well as all local requirements for general venting guidance.

  • Page 26: Vented Operation

    Venting / Combustion Air Ducting Vented Operation In all cases, be sure vent pipes and outside air supply ducts are sealed with approved sealant, such as high temperature RTV silicone. Double wall venting (B vent) may not require sealant. Horizontal Venting ...

  • Page 27: Common Horizontal Venting

    Venting / Combustion Air Ducting SINGLE HEATER MULTIPLE HEATERS FOR VERTICAL VENTING REFER TO ANSI Z223.1 AND CAN/CGA B149.1 FOR VERTICAL VENTING REFER TO AND B149.2 FOR FAN ASSISTED ANSI Z223.1 AND CAN/CGA B149.1 APPLIANCES. AND B149.2 FOR FAN ASSISTED TYPE B-VENT APPLIANCES.

  • Page 28: Combustion Air Supply (Optional)

    Venting / Combustion Air Ducting Combustion Air Supply (Optional)  An outside combustion air supply is strongly recommended if the building space encloses a negative pressure due to exhaust etc. or if the building contains materials which would expose the heater to halogenated hydrocarbon atmospheres.

  • Page 29: Outdoor Installation

    Outdoor Installation (TXR M UTDOOR NSTALLATION ODELS When a heater is to be mounted outdoors it must be installed in such a way that wind will have minimum effect on its movement. This consideration is intended to eliminate undue stress on the gas flex connector. In all cases a fresh air hood must be used in conjunction with a vent terminal of the approved type, and all connections must be sealed with a high temperature sealant that can withstand 400°F.

  • Page 30: Gas Piping

    Gas Piping General Requirements  The gas meter and service must be sufficiently large to supply gas to the connected building gas load including the heating equipment and any other gas fired equipment. Additionally, the gas distribution piping must be designed according to local and national ordinances. Generally (low pressure) systems designed with a maximum ½"...

  • Page 31: Electrical Wiring

    Electrical Wiring General Requirements Heaters are normally controlled by line voltage (120V) or low voltage (24V) thermostats. Line voltage thermostats are wired directly while low voltage thermostats use a relay. In all cases, heaters must be grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 in the US, and the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C22.1 in Canada, and must comply with all local requirements.
  • Page 32 Electrical Wiring Gas Flow Yellow VALVE ON OFF C MP THERMOSTAT IS MOUNTED EXTERNALLY Yellow WHITE ROGERS 1F37-408 STAT Brown Low Fire Lamp Brown Yellow Blue Purple High Fire Lamp Blue SWITCH BLOWER TRANSFORMER 120V Orange Black Black NEUTRAL Purple Yellow Yellow Green...

  • Page 33: Txr Wiring Diagram

    Electrical Wiring TXR Wiring Diagram The following wiring diagram is for TXR models only. 24V Thermostat is Mounted Externally STAT Hi Fire Lamp Yellow Green SWITCH Channel Module 53X-24 Yellow Brown BLOWER Low Fire Lamp 120V 120V Orange 120L Black Green Blue Yellow...

  • Page 34: Burner Operation

    Burner Operation Starting Sequence of Operation  Turn the thermostat up. When the thermostat calls for heat, the blower motor will energize.  When the motor approaches nominal running RPM, the air-proving switch closes and activates the ignition module.  The ignition module, after a pre-purge period of approximately 30 seconds, energizes the igniter. Additionally, the gas valve is energized for this ignition trial period of 15 seconds.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Blower Motor Fails to Run  Is the thermostat calling for heat? Is there 115V at the burner receptacle?  Check blower side door for seal. Repair as necessary.  Check blower for obstructions. Replace blower if necessary. No Gas Supply ...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Chart Series TA/TX/TXR Page 36 Jan 07, 2015...

  • Page 37: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION CE002 SPARK ELECTRODE CE057 INDICATOR LIGHT UG001 BURNER CUP CE015 IGNITION MODULE UG007 BURNER CUP ASSEMBLY (C/W ELECTRODES) CG056 - WHITE ROGERS - 40,000 TO 125,000 BTU - NAT CH011 SIGHT GLASS ASSEMBLY CG057...

  • Page 38: Warranty

    Warranty SERIES TA, TX, and TXR INFRARED HEATERS WARRANTY The manufacturer warrants to the original owner that the product will be free of defects in material and workmanship as described below. Warranty Period Series Component Years Years Years Years Burner & Controls Hot Rolled Heat Exchanger w/o Post Purge Aluminized Heat Exchanger w/o Post Purge Hot Rolled Heat Exchanger with Post Purge...

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