Heatrex Quartzone User manual

Quartzone™
Infrared Quartz Tube & Metal Sheathed Electric Heaters
Owner’s Manual
File E97759
This manual covers installation, operation and maintenance instructions. Read carefully
before attempting to install, operate or service.
IMPORTANT: RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Installation and maintenance personnel should familiarize themselves with this manual and all the IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS before installing or working on this heater to avoid potential unsafe conditions, severe property
damage, personal injury or death.
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. Verify that the supply voltage and phase to the
heater matches the nameplate rating before
energizing.
3. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, and turn
off power to heater circuit at main disconnect panel.
4. Potentially lethal voltages are present. Be sure to
lock the branch circuit disconnect switch in the OFF
position and tag the circuit “Out for Maintenance”
before working on this equipment.
5. Keep wiring cover tightly closed while in operation.
6. Hazard of Electric Shock. Heater must be
grounded in accordance with the National Electric
Code.
7. This heater should be installed by qualified
personnel familiar with the National Electric Code. It
is the responsibility of the installer to verify the safety
and suitability of the installation.
8. Use this heater only as described in this manual.
Any other use is not recommended by the
manufacturer and may result in fire, electric shock or
personal injury.
9. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do
not let bare skin touch hot surfaces.
10. High Temperature, risk of fire, keep electrical
cords, drapery, furnishings, insulation and other
combustibles at least 12 inches (305mm) from any
part of the heater.
11. Installation minimum mounting clearances
specified both on heater nameplate and in this
owner’s manual must be maintained.
12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use in potentially explosive
atmospheres or in areas where gasoline, paint, or
flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored.
13. Do not operate this heater after a malfunction.
Disconnect power at service panel and have heater
inspected by a reputable electrician before reusing.
14. This heater has been evaluated by UL for outdoor
use only if mounted underneath an overhang using a
quartz tube heating element.
15. Risk of fire. Do not use as a residential or
household heater.
16. The heater must be mounted with the quartz tube
in a horizontal position. This prevents the coiled
resistance wire from sagging and potentially failing.
17. Do not handle the Quartz tube heating elements
with bare hands. Salt in perspiration may deteriorate
the quartz.
18. The heater must not be recessed.
19. Heater MUST be securely fastened to the
building structure to prevent it from falling.
20. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARRANTY WILL BE VOID IF INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED.
HEATING ELEMENT SELECTION CHARTS
TABLE 1 – Fixture 1154 Heating Elements:
Watts Volts Amps Length Quartz Metal Sheathed
120 8.3 RT-10L RM-10L
208 4.8 RT-10V RM-10V
240 4.2 RT-10N RM-10N
1000
277 3.6 RT-10Y RM-10Y
120 12.6 RT-15L RM-15L
208 7.2 RT-15V RM-15V
240 6.3 RT-15N RM-15N
1500
277 5.4 RT-15Y RM-15Y
208 9.6 RT-20V RM-20V
240 8.3 RT-20N RM-20N
277 7.2 RT-20Y RM-20Y
2000
480 4.2
36 “
RT-20Z RM-20Z
TABLE 2 – Fixture 1154A Heating Elements:
Watts Volts Amps Length Quartz Metal Sheathed
208 14.4 RT-30N RM-30V
240 12.6 RT-30V RM-30N
277 10.8 RT-30Y RM-30Y
3000
480 6.3 RT-30Z RM-30Z
208 19.2 RT-40N RM-40V
240 16.6 RT-40V RM-40N
277 14.4 RT-40Y RM-40Y
4000
480 8.3
61”
RT-40Z RM-40Z

GENERAL
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The 1154 and 1154A series infrared heaters are designed for
comfort heating.They are to be permanently mounted to the wall
or ceiling with the fixture directed to the area to be heated. The
unit is designed to give years of safe, trouble-free operation when
properly installed and maintained.
INSTALLATION
A. Site Selection:
The supporting structure that the heater is attached to must have
adequate strength to safely support the heater. This heater has
been evaluated by UL for outdoor use only if mounted
underneath an overhang using a quartz tube heating element.
The heaters should not be mounted close to insulation, drapery
or similar materials which could come in contact with the cabinet
or heater guard. The heaters are intended for elevated mounting
locations so that they radiate down to the floor area. A mounting
height should be selected so that the heater is out of the way of
possible moving equipment or personnel, yet low enough to
deliver heat to the selected area. For heater weights and
minimum clearances, see tables 3 & 4:
TABLE 3:
Fixture Length Max Watts Weight
1154 36” 2000 10 lbs
1154A 61” 4000 13 lbs
TABLE 4:
Location Minimum Clearance
Top of heater to ceiling 12 in (305 mm)
Bottom of heater to floor 6 ft (1.83 m)
Side or end of heater to wall 12 in (305 mm)
Heater to Adjacent Heater 36 in (915 mm)
Once an acceptable location has been determined, see the
following instructions to complete the mechanical installation:
B. Quartz Tube / Metal Sheath Element Installation:
The heater fixture is shipped without the quartz tube or metal
sheathed heating element, which must be ordered separately
and installed by a qualified person familiar with the NEC. Before
removing or replacing the heating element, disconnect power
from power supply.
1. Remove the wire guard from the heater cabinet by
springing out to one side.
2. Remove the two end reflectors held in place by 2
screws each.
3. Remove the quartz or metal tube heating element from
its packaging. Do not pull the element by the white
ceramic terminal insulator.
4. Verify the correct heating element is being installed by
referencing tables 1 & 2 in the “Heating Element
Selection Charts” section of this manual.
5. For quartz tube heating elements: Leave on the inner
paper wrapping until the element is completely installed
to prevent finger marks on the quartz tube.
6. Push the element into the two clips in the end castings.
7. Attach the lead wires to the heater terminals.
CAUTION: When tightening the nuts on the terminals,
ensure the terminals do not twist by holding the inner
nuts when tightening the outer nuts.
8. For quartz heating elements: Remove wrapping paper.
9. Replace end reflectors and guard.
C. Heater Mechanical Installation
Chain Mounting:
1. Fasten the two triangular mounting plates to
the fixture with the screws provided. The dimple hole
should be kept towards the top.
2. Cut suspension chain to the desired length.
3. Attach the chain to the heater triangular brackets using
“S” hooks. Ensure heating element is horizontal.
4. If desired, tilt heater by adjusting chains as shown in
figure 1: FIGURE 1:
Bracket Mounting (Item HX-1025662):
The heaters may also be mounted by means of an optional
ceiling or wall mounting bracket as shown in figure 2:
FIGURE 2:
The brackets will register on studs or joists at 16” centers.
For the 36” heater, the brackets should be mounted with
the flanges facing inward and the heater triangular
brackets located on the outer side as shown in figure 3:

4. Confirm that the proper elements have been installed and
that the electrical power supply matches the marked voltage
and amperage rating by referencing tables 1 & 2 in the
“Heating Element Selection Charts” section of this manual.
Heaters are rated for single phase, 50/60 Hz power.
FIGURE 3:
HEATER
TRIANGULAR
BRACKET
MOUNTING
BRACKET
HEATER
5. Proper installation of the heater requires that an adequate
grounding conductor be connected to the ground terminal.
This terminal marked by a green colored screw head and is
located on the inside of the wiring compartment.
6. Connect supply conductors to heating element leads and
confirm all connections are securely tightened. Remove any
foreign objects from the control box and attach the cover.
7. See section titled “OPERATION” before energizing the
heater.
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For the 61” heater, the mounting brackets should be mounted
with the flanges facing outward and the heater triangular brackets
located on the inward side as shown in figure 4:
OPERATION
1. Check to make sure the mechanical and electrical
installation is complete and that it is safe to operate the
heater.
FIGURE 4:
HEATER
TRIANGULAR
BRACKET
MOUNTING
BRACKET
HEATER
2. Set the field supplied temperature controller to a setting
above the current room temperature.
3. Energize the heater electrical supply circuit.
4. The heater should come on.
5. Check out and report any unusual or questionable
operating characteristics, such as noise, smoke, etc.
6. Set the temperature controller to the desired room
temperature setting and place the heater in service.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and repair must be performed by qualified
personnel only.
The fixture can be directed into the area being heated by
adjusting the mounting brackets.
At a minimum, all maintenance tasks should be performed
annually before each heating season.
CAUTION: When directing the heater, care must be exercised to
prevent adjacent surfaces from overheating. In no case, should
any part of the heater be less than 12” to any wall or ceiling
surface. Adjacent heaters should be no less than 36” apart.
1. Inspect all connections and conductor insulation for damage,
looseness, fraying, etc., as applicable. Tighten any loose
connections and replace or repair wire with damaged or
deteriorated insulation.
CAUTION: The heater must always be mounted with the quartz
tube in a horizontal position. This will prevent the coiled
resistance wire from sagging and potentially failing. 2. Annually check the tightness of all visible screws, bolts and
nuts, in particular the support structure bolts and nuts.
3. Check the wiring compartment for cleanliness. If necessary,
clean by using a vacuum or compressed air.
CAUTION: The heater must not be recessed.
4. The heater will operate at maximum efficiency when the
reflector and heating element is kept clean. The reflector can
be removed by snapping out one edge and rotating. Most
dust and dirt can be removed by washing the reflector and
heating elements with a 50-50 mixture of rubbing alcohol
and water. Dry thoroughly before energizing.
C. Heater Electrical Installation:
Follow these instructions to complete the electrical installation:
1. External branch circuit protection is required. See heating
element ratings and follow Code recommendations.
2. Follow the NEC and any local electrical and building codes
related to the installation and intended use of the heater.
3. When doing any work on this heater, including the initial
electrical connection, disconnect the electrical supply at the
main branch circuit switch, and lock the switch in the off
(open) position. Tag the circuit "Out for Maintenance" to
prevent potential lethal shock hazards.