Operator`s manual

PUREHEAT™ HYDRONIC AIR HEATER OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 1
V. 2, Rev. 09/01/06 © 2006 Ground Heaters, Inc. 1- 7
1.5.1 Burner Setup, Installation and Adjustment Requirements
Licensed gas technician required. NG/LP Burner setup and installation, fuel supply connection, test firing and
Burner adjustment must
be performed by a licensed professional gas technician and must conform to the
requirements of all relevant local, state, provincial and federal authorities. The licensed gas technician must
use Two (2) Manometers to properly adjust supply and manifold gas pressure. A Combustion Analyzer and
Smoke Spot Tester must
be used to properly adjust Burner emissions and verify that proper combustion
parameters (O
2
, Exhaust temperature and smoke) have been achieved. The licensed gas technician must
supply all fuel lines, fittings, regulators, etc. necessary to connect the
Pureheat NG/LP Burner to the fuel source
at the correct pressure and volume.
NOTE: In
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, gas piping shall be installed by a licensed plumber or
gas
fitter.
Diesel Burner setup, installation and adjustment must
be performed by a trained and knowledgeable
Diesel Burner technician. The Diesel Burner technician must use a Fuel Pressure Test Gauge to properly
adjust the fuel pressure. A Combustion Analyzer and a Smoke Spot Tester must
be used to properly
adjust Burner emissions and to verify that proper combustion parameters (O
2
, Exhaust temperature and
smoke) have been achieved.
1.5.2 Operators
There are no published standards or certification requirements for operating portable hydronic heating
machines. The following criteria reflect the experience of Ground Heaters, Inc. and should be considered
a guide, not a comprehensive requirement. The following operator
characteristics will prevent accidents,
facilitate satisfactory results, and ensure reliable service from the Pureheat™ Hydronic Air Heater.
1. Patience
: Insures the system runs at optimum levels; leaks are found and fixed; valves are properly
set; and switches are activated properly.
2. Good Hearing, Vision and Smell
: Enables operator to assess equipment and detect potential
malfunctions.
3. Self Respect
: Dresses for the weather; wears eye protection and gloves; and does not take chances
with personal safety. Do
not operate the Pureheat while intoxicated or impaired by alcohol or other
substances
.
4. Careful and Responsible
: Insures the machine is operating properly before leaving it unattended;
keeps track of fluid levels; locks compartments; conducts operational checks at regular intervals; and
ensures proper officials are notified of the machine’s use.
5. Above all, a Pureheat™ Air Heater operator reads and understands this Operator’s Manual and the
decals posted on the machine.
Failure to adhere to all
safety precautions and recommendations may result in
damage to the Pureheat™ Air Heater™, damage to other property, personal injury, or
possibly death.
1.5.3 Safe Operation and Maintenance
1. Read and understand all material in this Operator’s Manual and on the decals posted on the
Pureheat
™ Air Heater before attempting to operate it.
2. Keep unauthorized people, especially children, away from the
Pureheat.
3. Keep guards in place. Do not disable safety features.
4. Keep safety and instruction decals clean and legible. Replace damaged decals.
5. Do not operate the Burner while the Pureheat
™ Hydronic Air Heater is in an enclosed, non-ventilated
area. The Burner Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless and deadly gas.
6. Locate the
Pureheat on firm/level ground and chock wheels before operating.
7. Do not smoke while refueling. Do not refuel near open flame or sparks.
8. Clean up fuel spills immediately.
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