User's Manual

SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
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SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
Your Safety is Important to Us!
This symbol is used throughout the manual
to notify you of possible fire, electrical or burn
hazards. Please pay special attention when
reading and following the warnings in these
sections.
This heater is designed for heating non-residential indoor
spaces. Do not install in residential spaces. These
instructions, layouts , AS5601/AG 601,local codes and
ordinances, and applicable standards that apply to gas
piping, electrical wiring, venting, etc., must be thoroughly
understood before proceeding with the installation.
SECTION 2: INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITY
• To install the heater, as well as the gas and electrical
supplies, in accordance with applicable specifications
and codes. Roberts-Gordon recommends the
installer contact a local building inspector or Fire
Marshal for guidance.
• To use the information given in a layout drawing and
in the manual together with the cited codes and
regulations to perform the installation.
• To install the heater in accordance with the Clear-
ances to Combustibles.
• To furnish all needed materials not furnished as
standard equipment.
• To plan location of supports.
• To provide access to burners for servicing on all
sides, for burner removal.
• To provide the owner with a copy of this installation,
operation and service manual.
• To never use heater as support for ladder or other
access equipment and never hang or suspend any-
thing from heater.
2.1 Low Level User Instructions
In all situations, clearances to combustibles must be
maintained. Failure to observe clearances to
combustibles can result in death, severe injury or
property damage. Signs should be posted in storage
areas to specify the maximum stacking height of items
placed below heater to maintain required clearances to
combustibles. Minimum clearances must be maintained
from vehicles parked below the heater. Caution should be
used when running the system near combustible
materials such as wood, paper, rubber, etc.
Consideration should be given to partitions, storage
racks, hoists, building construction,etc.
A wall tag is supplied with the BLACKHEAT® heater as a
permanent reminder of the safety instructions and the
importance of the minimum required clearances to
combustibles. A copy of the wall tag is illustrated on Page
2, Figure 1. Peel off the backing of the adhesive strips on
the rear surface of the tag and position the tag on a wall
near the BLACKHEAT® heater (e.g. thermostat or
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2.2 Halogenated Hydrocarbons
Roberts-Gordon cannot be responsible for ensuring that
all appropriate safety measures are undertaken prior to
installation; this is entirely the responsibility of the
installer. It is essential that the contractor, the sub-
contractor, or the owner identifies the presence of
combustible materials or halogenated hydrocarbons*
anywhere in the premises.
* Halogenated Hydrocarbons are a family of chemical com-
pounds characterized by the presence of halogen elements
(flourine, chlorine, bromine, etc.). These compounds are
frequently used in refrigerants, cleaning agents, solvents, etc. If
these compounds enter the air supply of the burner, the lifespan
of the heater components will be greatly reduced. An outside air
supply must be provided to the burners whenever the presence
of these compounds is suspected. Warranty will be invalid if the
heater is exposed to halogenated hydrocarbons.
2.3 National Standards and Applicable Codes
All Appliances must be installed in accordance with the
latest revision of AS5601/AG 601 and other relevant
codes. This refers also to the electric, gas and venting
installation. Note: Additional standards for installations in
Public Garages, Aircraft Hangars, etc. may be applicable.
WARNING
Installation, Service and Annual Inspection of heater
must be done by a contractor qualified in the
installation and service of gas-fired heating equipment.
Read this manual carefully before installation,
operation, or service of this equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
injury or property damage.
CAUTION
Do not use heater in an area containing corrosive
chemicals.
Avoid the use of corrosive chemicals to ensure a
longer life of the burner, tubing and other parts.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
property damage.