Specification Sheet

Specifications for
Serengeti-IR™ UNITARY RESIDENTAL SYSTEMS
REVISED – 3 November 2015 SPEC-SERENGETI.docx
b) Remainder of radiant tube to be supported with tube and reflector hangers on maximum centers
of:
- Straight tube systems - 118" (2,997 mm) with intermediate reflector supports between each
118" (2,997 mm) distance.
- "U" tube systems - 66" (1676 mm).
c) Burner head is to be supported by approved hanging method and not allowed to "free hang" off of
the combustion tube.
2.3.5 Elbows and tube coupler to be made of min. 18 gauge (1.32 mm) aluminized steel, swaged at both
ends so as to fit into 3.5" (89 mm) spiral tube.
2.3.6 Reflectors to be made of minimum 0.025" (0.635 mm) bright aluminum.
2.3.7 Tubing and reflector hangers to be made of 0.25" (6.35 mm) Dia. Zinc plated CRS.
2.3.8 All joints to be sealed and mechanically fastened with self drilling and tapping screws.
2.3.9 All radiant tubing to be continuously covered by the reflector, i.e. radiant tube elbows, "U' bends and
fittings to be covered by reflectors -- NO GAPS BETWEEN REFLECTORS. Reflectors are to be
overlapped a minimum of one-inch (25.4 mm) and secured together with sheet metal screws
allowing for one unsecured overlap joint for expansion on each straight run exceeding ten feet
(3,048 mm).
2.3.10 Optional protective screen shall be made available.
2.4 - COMBUSTION AIR
2.4.1 Outside combustion air (if used) is to be provided without the use of supplementary supply blowers
or fans.
2.4.2 Outside combustion air ducting to be minimum of 4" (102 mm) OD (S&D PVC or galvanized
stovepipe).
2.5 - SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
2.5.1 System shall attain a net exhaust temperature of not less than 200° F (92.5° C) in a 15 min. run
cycle and shall not exceed a maximum net temperature of 400° F (204.2° C).
2.5.2 System STEADY STATE EFFICIENCY shall be a minimum of 77%, maximum 87%.
2.5.3 System shall be a non-condensing dry tube system i.e. - After a minimum run time of 8 minutes all
condensation will cease and moisture will exit the system in a vapor state.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 - INSTALLATION
3.1.1 Power Requirements: It is the installers' responsibility to verify the correct power requirements for
the project.
3.1.2 Fuel Supply and Distribution:
a) A suitably designed gas distribution system shall be installed per shop drawings.
b) Each burner assembly shall be furnished with a stainless steel gas connector with manual shut
off valve.
3.1.3 Assembly: Assemble and install the heating system in accordance with the installation manual and
shop drawings.
3.1.4 Cleaning: Clean reflectors as may be required and touch up painted surfaces as may be needed.
3.1.5 Testing: Upon completion of installation, including work by other trades, adjust and test the heating
system in accordance to the manufacturer's owners manual. Adjust and re-test heating system until
entire installation is fully operable and acceptable.
END OF SECTION