Cumberland BJ-C-32-SPI User manual

Super Saver Bunsen Jet Brooder with SPI Rev 1/15 Manual Part No. 4801-0060
Owner's Manual
NOTE: Retain instructions for future reference
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don't touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flames.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
1. Ouvrez les fenetres.
2. Ne touchez pas aux interrupteurs electriques.
3. Eteignez toute flamme nue.
4. Contactez immediatement votre compangie
de gaz.
ll es interdit d'utiliser des liquides
inflammables
ou degageant des vapeurs
inflammables, a
proximite de tout
appareil fonctionnant au gaz.
Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz:
Models
BJ-C-32-SPI
BJ-C-42-SPI

Super Saver Bunsen Jet Brooder with SPI Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. RATINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................1
1.1. RATINGS................................................................................................................................................1
1.2. GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................1
1.3. CAUTION!MINIMUM CLEARANCES......................................................................................................1
2. WARNINGS ..............................................................................................................................................2
3. LIMITED WARRANTY..........................................................................................................................3
4. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION / DRAWING OF PRODUCT.................................................................3
5. ASSEMBLY...............................................................................................................................................4
5.1. TOOLS REQUIRED..................................................................................................................................4
5.2. SUPPORT RING ASSEMBLY ....................................................................................................................4
5.3. BURNER UNIT ASSEMBLY .....................................................................................................................5
5.4. BURNER UNIT ASSEMBLY .....................................................................................................................6
5.5. FINAL BROODER ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................................6
5.6. GAS TUBING ASSEMBLY........................................................................................................................8
6. INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................9
6.1. HANGING THE UNIT...............................................................................................................................9
6.1.1. Hanging SPI Aluminum Brooder with 34" or 48" Diameter Canopy ..........................................9
6.1.2. Hanging SPI Galvanized Brooder with 34" Diameter Canopy...................................................10
6.2. GAS HOOKUP.......................................................................................................................................11
6.2.1. Connection of gas hose to brooder..............................................................................................11
6.2.2. Checking Manifold Gas Pressure................................................................................................11
7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................................12
7.1. PLACING BROODER IN SERVICE...........................................................................................................12
7.2. TAKING BROODER OUT OF SERVICE ....................................................................................................12
7.3. THERMOSTAT SETTINGS ......................................................................................................................12
8. MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................................12
9. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE............................................................................................................13

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1. Ratings and Specifications
1.1. Ratings
Model No. Maximum Input
Minimum Ventilation
(Air required to support combustion)
BJ-C-32-SPI 32,000 BTUH
(9.38 kW)
320 CFM/brooder
(543.6 m3/hr)
BJ-C-42-SPI 42,000 BTUH
(12.31 kW)
420 CFM/brooder
(713.6 m3/hr)
1.2. Gas Pressure Requirements
Burner manifold gas pressure is to be 11 in. W.C. [27.4
mbar] at maximum input rating. Gas pressure should be
checked by a certified gas technician, with maximum load
on supply and while brooder is in operation.
Burner manifold gas pressure is to be 7.0 in. W.C. [17.4
mbar] at maximum input rating. Gas pressure should be
checked by a certified gas technician, with maximum load
on supply and while brooder is in operation.
1.3. Caution! Minimum Clearances
These minimum clearances are calculated to show the safe operating boundaries. Do not operate
the brooder with walls, floor, ceiling, or other combustible objects within these limits.
Model
Ceiling
Wall
Floor
BJ-C-32-SPI 36 inches
(92 cm) 36 inches (92 cm) 48 inches (122 cm)
BJ-C-42-SPI 36 inches
(92 cm) 36 inches (92 cm) 48 inches (122 cm)
LP/Propane Gas:
Natural Gas:

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2. Warnings
Read and understand all the following precautions before installing or operating this Unit.
1. Installation must comply with all local, state, and national
codes. In the absence of local codes, in accordance with
CAN1-B149.1 or 2 Installation Codes (Canada).
2. Follow safety, maintenance, and test firing instructions
packaged with brooder.
3. Refer to model specifications label for gas type (LP/Propane
or Natural Gas).
4. Check all connections for gas leaks.
5. Gas supply and regulator must be installed outside building.
6. The gas hose should be protected from traffic, building
materials, and any contact with hot surfaces both during use
and while in storage.
7. Do not move or handle brooder while hot or burning.
8. Turn off gas supply before servicing. (Brooder may start at
any time).
9. Brooder surfaces may be hot. Do not permit feathers, hay,
straw, dust, or other combustible materials to accumulate on
brooder. A fire may result.
10. Brooder is not recommended for heating human living
quarters.
11. Inadequate gas volume and (or) pressure will directly
influence the combustion efficiency of the brooder. Adequate
gas volume and (or) pressure is the responsibility of the
installer.
12. Adequate ventilation must be provided.
13. Combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed.
14. Position brooder properly before use. Brooder must be level
and in accordance with minimum clearances.
15. Keep temperature of fuel containers below 100°F. Containers
must be installed outside building.
16. Brooder must not be operated for one hour following wash-
down.
WARNING!

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3. Limited Warranty
All products are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship if installed and
used in strict accordance with the installation instructions. Liability is limited to the sale price of
any products proved to be defective or, at manufacturers option, to the replacement of such
products upon their return. No products are to be returned to the manufacturer, until there is an
inspection and a return goods authorization (RGA) number is issued.
All complaints should be directed first to the authorized distributor who sold the product. If
satisfaction is not obtained or the name of the distributor is not known, write the manufacturer that
appears below, directed to the attention of Customer Service Manager.
This limited warranty is expressly in lieu of any and all representations and warranties expressed
or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
The remedy set forth in this limited warranty shall be the exclusive remedy available to any
person. No person has authority to bind the manufacturer to any representation or warranty other
than this limited warranty. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any consequential damages
resulting from the use of our products or caused by any defect, failure or malfunction of our
products. (Some areas do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.)
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
area to area.
Warrantor:
Cumberland.
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510
4. Physical Description / Drawing of Product
The Super-Saver Bunsen Jet radiant brooder uses a reliable standing pilot ignition system to ignite
the burner. The Bunsen styled burner’s flame impinges on the surface of the cast ceramic
element. The heat is then transferred to the livestock in the form of radiant heat and convection
heat.

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All controls are located on the gas valve mounted on top of the brooder canopy. There are three
controls you will use: the control knob, pilot purge button, and the thermostat knob, see
illustration below. The control knob is located on the back side of the gas valve and has three
positions: ON, OFF, and PILOT. The pilot purge button is the spring loaded red button located
beside the control knob. The thermostat knob is located on top of the gas valve, and is adjustable
from 1 (Low) to 9 (High).
5. Assembly
5.1. Tools Required
Wire pliers
1/2” wrench
7/16” wrench
11/32” nut driver
Phillips screwdriver
Gas leak testing solution
Pipe thread sealing compound
5.2. Support Ring Assembly
1. For support ring assembly, see Figure 2, then follow these steps.
2. Insert one suspension rod through each of the openings in the outside of the support
ring. The suspension rod will slide through the opening until the swaged portion
located on the middle section of the bracket is reached.
Pilot Purge Button
Gas Outlet
To Pilot
Gas Inlet
Thermostat
Control Knob
To Thermocouple
Figure 2
Support Ring Assembly
Support Ring
Suspension Rod
Figure 1
Gas Valve

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3. Rotate the suspension rod until the swaged portion mates with the opening, push the
suspension rod through the opening so that the opening is between the swage, then
rotate the suspension rod so that it is positioned with the mounting pedestals pointing
inwards toward the center of the support ring, as in Figure 3.
5.3. Burner Unit Assembly
1. For burner unit assembly, see Figure 3, then follow these steps.
2. Attach the burner plate to the support ring assembly’s suspension rod with the six
8-32 X 1/2” screws and 8-32 nuts provided.
Support Ring
Assembly
(See Fig. 1)
Figure 3
Burner Unit Assembly
8/32 Kep Lock Nuts
8/32 x 1/2 Screws
Burner Plate

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5.4. Burner Unit Assembly
1. For burner unit assembly, see Figure 4, then follow these steps.
2. Position pilot bracket as shown in Fig. 4. Secure with two 8-32 X 1/2 screws and 8-
32 nuts (provided).
5.5. Final Brooder Assembly
1. For final brooder assembly, see Figures 5 and 6. Then follow these steps.
2. Attach gas valve bracket to gas valve with three 10-24 X 1/4” screws. Make sure
the capillary tubing is not pinched by the gas valve bracket.
3. Attach gas valve and heat shield to canopy with four 8-32 X 1/2” screws and 8-32
nuts provided. There are four holes pre-drilled into the canopy for this purpose.
8/32 Kep Lock Nuts
8/32 x 1/2
Screws
Pilot Bracket
Thermocouple
Pilot
Figure 4
Burner Assembly

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Figure 5.
Final Brooder Assembly
Gas valve bracket
and gas valve.
Cotter Pin
Heat shield
Canopy
Thermocouple
Ceramic
Element
Pilot Tube
Gas Tube
Burner Unit
Assembly
Capillary
Tubing
Gas Valve
Gas Valve
Bracket
10-24 X 1/4
Screws
8-32 X 1/4
Screws
8-32 X 1/2
Nuts
Thermostat
Bulb
NOTE: Insert
thermostat bulb
Into hole
s of
bracket
Retaining
Clamps

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3. Place ceramic element on top of the support ring.
4. Insert the suspension rods through the three slotted openings in the canopy. Insert a
cotter pin through the second and smaller opening in each of the suspension rods,
then bend the longer leg of the cotter pin to the side. The pilot assembly should be
aligned with the burner unit assembly, when facing the gas valve.
5. Insert thermostat bulb through one retaining clamp, then through the holes provided
in the gas valve bracket as shown in Fig. 5. Place the other retaining clamp over end
of the thermostat bulb.
6. Insert thermocouple into holes in pilot bracket, push through hole until held in place
by springs. See Figure 6. Take the opposite end of the thermocouple and thread into
the gas valve’s thermocouple port. See illustration on previous page.
5.6. Gas Tubing Assembly
1. Refer to Figure 6 for gas tube assembly.
2. Thread orifice into lower portion of the burner. Use caution to keep the orifice
bracket from becoming misaligned while tightening the orifice. Misalignment will
cause poor operation.
3. Remove brass nut and ferrule from brass fitting located in the gas outlet port (see
illustration on previous page for location of gas outlet port), slide the brass nut and
ferrule over the gas tubing, insert the tubing into the brass fitting, and tighten the
brass nut.
4. Remove the brass nut and ferrule from orifice. Slide brass nut and ferrule over the
gas tubing, insert the tubing into the orifice, and tighten the brass nut.
5. Loosen brass fitting that is threaded into pilot outlet of the gas valve. Insert pilot
tubing into brass fitting, then tighten.
6. Remove ferrule and compression fitting from pilot.
7. Slide ferrule and compression fitting onto tubing.
8. Push pilot onto tubing and tighten compression nut.
9. Push pilot through hole in pilot bracket and secure with brass nut.
10. Latch pilot cover over pilot.
Figure 6
Pilot Assembly
Pilot Bracket
Pilot orifice
Brass Nut
Pilot Cover
Compression
Nut/Ferrule
Gas tubing
Opening For
Thermocouple
Pilot bracket

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6. Installation
Installation of your assembled brooder involves two steps:
1. Hanging the Unit
2. Gas Tube Hookup
First we have an example drawing of how to hang the unit, then the next section covers gas
hookup, including checking that the gas supplied to the unit is at the correct pressure.
Remember to follow all safety precautions when hanging the unit, and hooking up the gas supply.
6.1. Hanging the Unit
6.1.1. Hanging SPI Aluminum Brooder with 34” or 48” Canopy
(Note: The hanging bracket must be mounted to the canopy. Use the screw, washer,
and nut provided to mount the bracket as shown in the inset of Fig. 7).The hanging
kit for the 34” (48”) diameter brooder canopy includes a 11” (14”) chain and two 6”
chains, which must be attached as shown in Fig. 7 to ensure that the canopy will hang
level. Join the three chains in the center with a single “suspension” S-hook. The two 6”
chains will then attach (with S-hooks) to holes in the tops of the left and right hand
suspension rods. The 11” (14”) chain attaches to a hanging bracket as shown in Fig. 7.
Be sure to crimp the ends of the S-hooks with pliers before hanging the unit. This will
help minimize the chance of the hooks straightening out. If your brooder does not hang
level, adjust the length of the 11” (14”) chain as required to level the brooder. Use a
carpenter’s level to check that the brooder is level.
Figure 7
34”or 48” Diameter Aluminum Canopy
Note: It is important that the brooder canopy
remains level at all times.
Hanging Bracket Assembly
Pulleys

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6.1.2. Hanging SPI Galvanized Brooder with 34” Diameter Canopy
The hanging kit for the 34” diameter galvanized steel brooder canopy includes
an 11” chain and two 6” chains which must be attached as shown in Fig. 8 to
ensure that the canopy will hang level. Join the three chains at the center of the
canopy with a single S-hook. Connect the two 6” chains (with S-hooks) to the
holes in the tops of the left and right suspension rods. Connect the 11” chain
(with an S-hook) to the top of the suspension rod directly opposite the controls
enclosure. Be sure to crimp the ends of the S-hooks with pliers before hanging
the unit. This will help minimize the chance of the hooks straightening out. If
your brooder does not hang level, the length of the 11” chain may be adjusted as
required to level the brooder. Use a carpenter’s level to check that the brooder
is level.
Figure 8
34” Diameter Galvanized Canopy
Note: It is important that the brooder canopy
remains level at all times.
Suspension S-hook
Pulleys

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6.2 Gas Hookup
6.2.1 Connection of gas hose to brooder
The brooder’s gas valve does not regulate the gas pressure. You must provide a
regulator to keep manifold pressure at the rated pressure (see ratings on page
one of this manual) for proper operation.
The following flowchart shows the minimum equipment for the operation of one
brooder. You may connect several brooders to one regulator, provided it can
maintain the rated pressure (see ratings on page one of this manual) to each
brooder connected to that regulator.
All brooders must be connected to the gas supply with an AGA approved gas
hose and fittings. An approved hose is available at your Cumberland dealer.
6.2.2 Checking Manifold Gas Pressure
To be performed by a CERTIFIED GAS TECHNICIAN only!
1. Turn OFF gas supply going to the brooder.
2. Remove the manifold pressure tap plug from the gas control valve and
connect pressure gauge.
3. Turn ON gas supply going to the brooder.
4. Return brooder to operation and read pressure gauge. Note: To obtain an
accurate manifold pressure reading, the brooder must be cycled on and off
several times to stabilize the pressure regulator diaphragm.
5. The gas pressure must be measured with all gas appliances that use the
same gas supply or piping in operation.
NOTE: The gas valve on this brooder is a non-regulating valve. You must
make all adjustments to gas pressure on an external regulator.
6. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator until acceptable manifold
pressures (found on the ratings plate and page one of the owners manual)
are read.
7. To adjust the manifold gas pressure, remove the cap screw located on the
top of the pressure regulator.
8. Using a slotted tipped screwdriver, turn the adjustment screw clockwise to
increase gas pressure or counterclockwise to decrease gas pressure.
9. Always replace cap screw and tighten firmly to prevent gas leakage.
10. Turn OFF gas supply going to the brooder.
11. Remove gas pressure gauge, reinstall manifold pressure plug.
12. Turn ON gas supply going to the brooder.
13. Return brooder to operation and observe through at least one complete
cycle to ensure brooder is operating properly.
14. Perform gas leak test at outlet pressure tap plug. (Soap and water work
well.)

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7 Operating instructions
7.1 Placing Brooder in Service
1. Check that all installation steps in section 6 of this manual have been performed.
Read and understand warning statements in section 2.
2. Open gas supply valve.
3. Turn control knob on gas valve to the PILOT position.
4. Press and hold red pilot purge button all the way in.
5. Hold a flame close to the pilot hood to ignite the pilot.
6. Hold in the pilot purge button for at least 30 seconds after lighting pilot. (This allows
the thermocouple to heat up prior to taking responsibility for the pilot flame).
7. After pilot purge button has been released, check that pilot remains lit. If not, repeat
steps 4-6 above.
8. When pilot remains burning with a smooth continuous flame, turn control knob to
the “ON” position.
7.2 Taking Brooder out of Service
1. Turn control knob to the Off position.
2. Shut gas supply valve.
7.3 Thermostat Settings
The thermostat is the large tan knob on top of the gas valve. The thermostat has the
numbers 1-9 raised on its face. Align the number with the arrow on the gas valve body
to set the thermostat. The settings correspond to the following temperatures:
Setting
Temperature
Setting
Temperature
1
78 ºF
25.5 ºC
6
98 °F
36.6 °C
2
82 ºF
27.7 ºC
7
102 °F
38.8 °C
3
86 ºF
30 ºC
8
106 °F
41.1 °C
4
90 ºF
32.2 ºC
9
110 °F
43.3 °C
5
94 ºF
34.4 ºC
Note: The temperatures in the above table show the temperature at the thermostat bulb.
Temperatures beneath the brooder will be higher, and temperatures farther away from the brooder
will be lower.
8 Maintenance
1. Your Super Saver Bunsen Jet Radiant Brooder should be inspected before each use and at
least annually by a qualified service person.
2. The appliance area should be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
3. The gas hose should be inspected prior to each use of the brooder. If it is evident there is
excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the brooder being
put into operation.
4. The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed.
5. Inspect brooder and gas connections periodically for gas leaks with an approved gas leak
testing solution. (Soap and water work well.)
6. The burner and pilot orifice must be kept clean and free of carbon deposits at all times.
7. The brooder must be cool before wash-down. Do not operate brooder for one hour following
wash-down.
8. The thermostat bulb must be kept clean to assure proper temperature control.

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9 Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Pilot will not remain lit.
Pilot orifice may be restricted. Clean the orifice.
Thermocouple is not sensing
the pilot flame.
Replace thermocouple.
Thermocouple misaligned
Check thermocouple position. If
problem persists, replace
thermocouple.
Main burner will not
ignite.
Thermostat may not be set
properly.
Set thermostat to desired house
temperature.
The control knob may be in the
PILOT position.
Set the control knob to the ON position.
The burner venturi may be
restricted.
Clean burner venturi to remove
obstruction.
Pilot flame may not reach the
burner.
Make sure the manifold gas pressure is
set to manufacturer’s recommended
pressure. If not, adjust to
recommended pressure.
Faulty gas valve.
Replace gas valve.
Main burner and pilot
will not light.
Gas supply valve may be
turned off.
Turn gas supply valve on.
Gas supply may be depleted.
Check gas supply, and replenish if
necessary.
Faulty gas valve.
Replace gas valve
Main burner will
flashback.
Gas pressure is set incorrectly.
Adjust manifold gas pressure to
manufacturer’s recommended
pressure.
The orifice may be misaligned.
Adjust orifice so that it is positioned
perfectly vertical.