Flagro FLE-60RC Instruction Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
FLE-60RC
(575V)
INDUSTRIAL / COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC HEATER
(OPERATOR MUST RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE)
Suitable for indoor installation Only / Unvented / Unattended Type
26 Benfield Drive, St.Catharines, Ontario Canada L2S 3V5
(P) 905-685-4243 - (F) 905-685-0113

FLE-60RC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS
AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS
HEATER, CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS
BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR
DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION
BURN ASPHYXIATION, OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK
ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR
SERVICE THIS HEATER.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HEATER
INFORMATION SUCH AS AN INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL, LABEL, ETC. CONTACT THE
MANUFACTURER
WARNING: FIRE, BURN, INHALATION
AND EXPLOSION HAZARD, KEEP SOLID
COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING
MATERIALS, PAPER, OR CARDBOARD, A SAFE
DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS
RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUCTIONS
NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO
OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE
COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS
GASOLINE SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNER, DUST
PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS
WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE
IMPORTANT:
A LOCAL FIELD EVALUATION MAY BE REQUIRED.
LOCAL AUTHORIZES MAY NEED TO FIELD EVALUATE THIS HEATER BASED ON LOCAL
LAWS.

Introduction
You have just received an FLE-60RC 60kW Electric Construction Heater manufactured by Flagro Industries.
Use: The FLE-60RC Electric Construction Heater is designed for temporary heat only.
The heater may be installed indoors ONLY and re-circulate building air.
The FLE-60RC is designed to heat large spaces, buildings
and machines without worrying about on site fuel.
Quality
: The FLE-60RC is built with the highest quality of components giving our
customers the confidence they deserve in a Flagro product.
Convenience:
The FLE-60RC gives our customers the flexibilty of a 20kW/40kW/60kW heat setting.
The heater is equipped with a fan speed inverter control that provides optimum temperature rise
by adjusting blower output at each heat setting. Colour coded Cam Locks power connections
for easy installation. Remote thermostat option available.
Inlet/Outlet Duct Adapter
The FLE-60RC includes a permanent 20" inlet duct adapter
A maximum of 25ft of ducting can be used on the outlet and inlet of the heater
ONLY 20 INCH DIA DUCTING CAN BE USED ON THIS HEATER
Safety
Always verify that you have proper voltage supply. (575V) It is important to check
the wiring connections inside the heater before plugging in the Cam Locks.
Use a meter to measure volt supply to each cam lock.
Work on the internal systems should only be attempted by a certified electrician and
only when power has been disconnected and can not be reconnected to the heater.
Grounding
The heater is supplier with a cam lock system with a grounding connection and is indicated with a "G"
on the cam lock panel. The heater is also supplied with a grounding nuts found on all panels.
It is very important to double check that all grounding connections are properly secure.
Clearance from Combustibles
The discharge temperature of these units may reach very high temperatures. Maintain minimum
distance from combustible materials as follows:
Top: 6 Inches
Bottom: 6 Inches
Sides: 6 Inches
Discharge: 15 FT

MAINTENANCE
1Every heater should be inspected before each use, and at least annually by a
qualified service person
2The appliance must be kept clear and free from combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids
3The flow of ventilation air must not be obstructed.
Be sure to check the fan assembly and ensure the motor and blade
are operating properly.
4Compressed air may be used to keep components free of dust and dirt
build up.
Pre-Start Checklist
1 Heater must be level and lockable wheels must be in the lock position
2 Make sure blower switch and both heat switches are in the "OFF" positions
3 Make sure the air intake is free from any obstruction(s)
4 Make sure the heater oulet is free from any obstruction(s)
5 Make sure the heater is properly grounded
6 Check power supply voltage and ampacity

Suitable for indoor installation ONLY / Unvented / Unattended Type
START UP INSTRUCTIONS
1Determine power source - 575V (confirm power source is correct)
2Remove top cover and inspect all wiring
(once complete, secure top cover to heater using the same hardware)
3Connect Flanged Camlocks to female camlocks ( colour coded)
Connect camlocks as follows:
Red A
Black B
Blue C
Ground G
3 PHASE UNIT CONNECTION
4Turn on power supply
5Pull "Master" button to the out position
6Determine "Manual" or Remote Thermostat (if remote, set desired temperature)
7Turn Blower on/off switch to the "ON" position
(The blower will start and the green air flow light will come on)
8Turn on heater settings as desired
( 60kW= 20kW & 40kW combined)
Failure to have proper air flow will cause unit to overheat and shut down
The green light should come on and air should be pushed through the outlet port
Check to see that only the green light is on.
Caution: Heater body panels will get very hot

Notes:
Speed inverter is pre-set for optimum air flow/temperature rise.
Based on kW selection, blower will adjust speed. See Chart below
HEAT SETTING
BTUH
CFM
TEMP. RISE
NOISE RATING
60 kW 205,000 3300 110DEG F/43DEG C 67 DB
40 kW 164,000 2800 85DEG F/30DEG C 63 DB
20kW 82,000 2450 50DEG F/10DEG C 63DB
FAN ONLY 3900 71DB
SHUTDOWN
1
Move all heater setting controls to the "OFF" position
2
Leave Fan in the "ON" position for 3-5 minutes
3
Turn Fan OFF
( blower is preset to run for 30 seconds before coming to a complete stop)
4
Push Master button "IN"
5
Shut off all power source
6
Disconnect all power sources
7
Store heater

26 Benfield Dr. St.Catharines, Ontario Canada L2S 3V5
(O) 905-685-4243 (F) 905-685-0113
HEATER SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL FLE-60RC
Power Requirements 575V
MAXIMUM INPUT (KW) 205,000 btu
BLOWER 1 1/2 H.P.
TEMPERATURE RISE (above ambient)
20KW 50 DEG F
40KW 85 DEG F
60 KW 110 DEG F
AMP DRAW MOTOR 3900CFM 2 AMPS
20KW 2450 CFM 24 AMPS
40KW 2800 CFM 40 AMPS
60KW 3300 CFM 64 AMPS
TOTAL AMP 69AMPS
DB (noise level) FAN ONLY 71DB
20KW 63DB
40KW 63DB
60KW 67 DB
INLET/OUTLET SIZE 20" ADAPTERS
DIMENSIONS 32 X 48 X 25 1/2
H X L X W (IN.)
WEIGHT
290 LBS. (unboxed)

FLE-60RC (575V)– PARTS LIST
FLE-601A
60KW RESISTOR ELEMENT
FLE-644/FLE-644A
FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY
VENTURI
VARIABLE SPEED DRIVE
1.5 HP MOTOR
FLE-603A
FLE-604A
FUSES
FLE-628 - 60 amp class T
FLE-629 – 30amp class T
FLE-630 -5 amp class CC
FLE-631 - 1/2amp class CC
FLE-632A- 1 ¼ amp AGC - glass
TRANSFORMER
FLE-627A – 575V
GROUNDING BLOCK
FLE-621
RELAY
FLE-626
(2 PER UNIT)
HIGH LIMIT
FLE-623 ( 200F)

FLE-60 PARTS LIST
2 POSITION SWITCH
FLE-633
20KW
40KW
THERMOSTAT/MANUAL
BLOWER ON/OFF
SAIL SWITCH
CONTACTORS
FLE-625 – 32A 3P
FLE-624 – 65A 3P
EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON
FLE-634
GREEN AIR PROVEN LIGHT
FLE-636
HIGH LIMIT/AIR PROVEN LIGHT THERMOSTAT
FLE-635 FV-414B
FLE-641

FLE-60 PARTS LIST
WHEELS
FLE-609 – 6” LOCKABLE
FLE-610 – 6” RIGID
CAM-LOCK DETACHABLE
FLE-615 – BLUE
FLE-616 – BLACK
FLE-617 – GREEN
FLE-618 - RED
FLE-611 – BLUE
FLE-612 – BLACK
FLE-613 – GREEN
FLE-614 - RED
CAM-LOCK - PANEL
N/C CONTACT BLOCK N/O CONTACT BLOCK
FLE-639A
(3 PER UNIT)
FLE-640A
(7 PER UNIT)
SNAP COVERS - PANEL
FLE-611A – BLUE
FLE-612A – BLACK
FLE-613A – GREEN
FLE-614A - RED