Service manual

For Units being Converted from Natural Gas
to Propane Gas Concurrently
Follow carefully the propane conversion instructions, found
in Bulletin 75-511, using the proper high altitude main burner
orifices called out in this literature (75-535) instead of the
orifices in propane conversion kit.
SELECTION OF THE PROPER KIT
To select the proper high altitude kit you need to know the
specifics of the heater you will be converting, and the altitude
it will be going into. If the high altitude kits are ordered at the
same time as the unit heater, all pertinent information relative to
the heater can be obtained from the catalog. If the high altitude
kit is needed after the unit heater is in the field, you need to
refer to the carton label or unit heater serial plate to obtain the
necessary information. Figure 8.2 shows a portion of the unit
heater serial plate where this information may be obtained.
Referring to this figure, the prefix letters and successive
numbers which are needed for kit selection are BV 100. The
letters identify the model and the numbers the size of the unit.
To determine the type of gas the unit is designed for, see the
gas designation disc (Figure 1.1) and the type of gas, located on
the serial plate.
After obtaining this information, refer to the proper selection
chart. The selection charts are differentiated by product type,
altitude and fuel type. Remember, if you are converting from
natural gas to propane gas and want to operate at high altitude,
both a propane conversion kit and a propane high altitude kit
must be used. Selection charts include the proper kit suffix, the
orifice drill size, and the number of orifices required for the unit
being converted. Drill sizes are also stamped on each orifice.
HIGH ALTITUDE CONVERSION
For Existing Natural or Propane Gas Units
Gas-fired equipment ratings are certified by C.S.A. For
elevations above 2000 ft., ANSI Z223.1 requires ratings be
reduced 4 percent for each 1000 ft. above sea level. C.G.A.
requires that ratings be reduced 10% at elevations above 2000
ft. To accommodate higher altitude operation, equipment
must be converted by changing orifices as explained in
this instruction sheet. Tables 2.1 thru 5.2 list orifice kits which
comply with both ANSI Z223.1 recommendations and C.S.A.
requirements.
Table of Contents Pages
High altitude conversion ......................................................... 1
High altitude propane gas
conversion from natural gas ............................................. 1
Selection of the proper kit ....................................................... 1
Installation of kits .................................................................... 6
Cross reference ...................................................................... 8
THIS MANUAL IS THE PROPERTY OF THE OWNER.
PLEASE BE SURE TO LEAVE IT WITH HIM WHEN YOU LEAVE THE JOB.
SELECTION AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
high altitude orifice kit
models PD/BD, PDP/BDP, PSH/BSH
and model series “D”, “H”, “I”, “O” duct furnace/make up air units
(not including separated combustion)
Figure 1.1 - Gas Designation Disc
EQUIPPED
FOR USE
WITH
PROPANE
GAS
NTRL
5H604841A
NRTL
IMPORTANT
Conversion from natural gas to propane gas is allowed for
PD/BD, PDP/BDP, and PSH/BSH models with 11,12, 30,
or 31 control codes, built in January, 1987 or later. For this
conversion, both a propane conversion kit and a propane
high altitude kit must be used.
WARNING
1. All field gas piping must be pressure/leak tested prior to
operation. Never use an open flame. Use a soap solution
or equivalent for testing.
2. Gas supply shall be shut-off and the electrical power
disconnected before proceeding with the conversion.
Failure to do so could result in fi re, explosion or electrical
shock.
1. The use of this manual is specifically intended for a
qualified installation and service agency. All installation
and service of these kits must be performed by a qualified
installation and service agency.
2. These instructions must also be used in conjunction with
the Installation and Service manual originally shipped with
the appliance being converted, in addition to any other
accompanying component supplier literature.
IMPORTANT
As Modine Manufacturing Company has a continuous
product improvement program, it reserves the right
to change design and specifications without notice.
75-535.11
5H605846A Rev. Ul
December, 2008

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