Inforesight Solaira Alpha H1 Series User manual

Reference Manual
Solaira
Alpha H1
(Single Emitter)
CANADA & USA MODELS:
SALPHA15120 (120V - 1500W)
SALPHA10240 (208 / 240V - 750 / 1000W)
SALPHA15240 (208 / 240V - 1125 / 1500W)
SALPHA20240 (208 / 240V - 1500 / 2000W)
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WEATHERPROO IN RARED HEATERS
SUITABLE OR OUTDOOR AND INDOOR USE -
RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
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I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S
I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N SI M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S
I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S
When using electrical INFRARED HEATERS, basic precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and injury to persons, including the following
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1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons.
3. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater.
Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding,
papers, clothes, and curtains at least 6 feet (1.8m) from the front of the
heater and keep them away from the sides and rear.
4. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near
children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and
unattended.
5. Always unplug the 120 volt heater when not in use.
6. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the
heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return heater to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or
mechanical adjustment, or repair.
7. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and
similar locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or
other water container.
8. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs,
runners, or the like. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it
will not be tripped over.
9. To disconnect heater, (if hard wired) turn controls to off or remove the
3-pin 120 volt plug from outlet.

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S AV E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S
S AV E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N SS AV E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S
S AV E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S
G R O U N D I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
For the 120 volt heater. The cord has 3-pin grounded plug.
For the 208 / 240 volt heater. The cord from the terminal box must be hard
wired.
10. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any opening as this may
cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.
12. To prevent a possible fire, do not block openings in any manner.
13. A heater has hot parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline,
paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.
14. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may
overheat and cause a risk of fire.
15. Do not cover or otherwise obstruct the heater.
16. Do not touch the heater during operation as the body becomes
very hot and cause burns. Particular attention has been given
where children and vulnerable people are present.
I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S
I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N SI M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S
I M P O R TA N T I N S T R U C T I O N S
Keep combustible material such as furniture papers clothes and
curtains at least 6 feet (1.8m) from the front of the heater and away
from the sides and rear.
W A R N I N G : R I S K O F F I R E
W A R N I N G : R I S K O F F I R EW A R N I N G : R I S K O F F I R E
W A R N I N G : R I S K O F F I R E

Before using this appliance
1. Check that the voltage indicated on the units rating label corresponds to the mains
supply voltage.
2. Do not install the heaters less than the minimum height from the floor as specified below
in the specification - Table. 1.
3. Ensure that the heater has been securely fastened in its final mounting position.
4. WARNING - This appliance must be grounded!
5. WARNING - Keep the mains cord away from the body of the heater which will get hot
during use.
6. If a socket outlet is used do not position the outlet immediately behind the heater.
7. Avoid the use of an extension cord with this product.
8. Do not cover or obstruct the heater while it is in use.
9. Do not insert any object through any slot or opening in the heater.
10. Do not use if guard is not present.
11. WARNING - When replacing the emitter or cleaning the unit, ensure that the 3-pin 120
volt plug is removed from its socket outlet or if hard wired circuit is disconnected from the
mains supply. Note always ensure that the emitter is cool before handling.
12. Do not handle the halogen emitter with bare hands. If it is inadvertently
touched, remove finger marks with a soft cloth and methylated spirit or
rubbing alcohol. Otherwise, the marks will burn into the quartz emitter during
use causing premature heater failure.
13. The heater is not intended for use by young children and must be supervised by a
responsible person at all times.
14. Always remove the 3-pin 120 volt plug on the 120 volt heater if it is not being used.
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I N T R O D U C T I O N
The Alpha H1 heater produces radiant heat like the sun, warming people and objects rather
than the air in between. It is mounted on an adjustable bracket that allows the heat to be
directed exactly where it is required. The Alpha H1 can also be used in a modular system in
that more than one heater can be joined together - see ‘Configurations’ later in the manual.
The Alpha H1 weatherproof heater is designed for indoor and outdoor use.
Please read the following instructions carefully before use. The safety of this heater is
guaranteed only by its correct usage in accordance with these instructions therefore
they should be retained for future reference.

WARNING - RISK OF FIRE: Heaters rated at 208 / 240 Volt, 2 Kilowatt and above are not intended for use as indoor residential or
as a household heater but maybe used for commercial/industrial use.
No. of Units ×
Model Type
1 ×
SALPHA
15240
1 ×
SALPHA
10240
1 ×
SALPHA
15240
1 ×
SALPHA
20240
2 ×
SALPHA
10240
2 ×
SALPHA
15240
2 ×
SALPHA
20240
3 ×
SALPHA
10240
3 ×
SALPHA
15240
3 ×
SALPHA
20240
Voltage (Volts) 120 208 / 240
No. of Emitters ×
Power (Watts)
1 ×
1500
1 ×
750 / 1000
1 ×
1125 / 1500
1 ×
1500 / 2000
2 ×
750 / 1000
2 ×
1125 / 1500
2 ×
1500 / 2000
3 ×
750 / 1000
3 ×
1125 / 1500
3 ×
1500 / 2000
Total Power of
Unit (Watts)
1500 750 / 1000 1125 / 1500 1500 / 2000 1500 / 2000 2250 / 3000 3000 / 4000 2250 / 3000 3375 / 4500 4500 / 6000
Current (Amps)
per Emitter
12.5 3.6 / 4.2 5.4 / 6.3 7.2 / 8.3 3.6 / 4.2 5.4 / 6.3 7.2 / 8.3 3.6 / 4.2 5.4 / 6.3 7.2 / 8.3
Total Current
(Amps) of Unit
12.5 3.6 / 4.2 5.4 / 6.3 7.2 / 8.3 7.2 / 8.3 10.8 / 12.5 14.4 / 16.7 10.8 / 12.5 16.2 / 18.8 21.6 / 25.0
Min. Mounting
Height rom
loor
79 in
(201 cm)
98¼ in / 108 in
(250 cm / 274
cm)
108 in / 120 in
(250 cm / 305
cm)
Min. Distance
rom Ceiling
11¾ in
(30 cm)
19½ in
(50 cm)
Min. Distance
rom Side Wall
39½ in
(100 cm)
59 in
(150 cm)
Dimensions -
W × H × D (inc.
bracket & bars
max pos.)
17 in × 9 in × 12¾ in
(43 cm × 23 cm × 32 cm)
17 in × 18¼ in × 16 in
(43 cm × 46 cm × 41 cm)
17 in × 27¼ in × 17¼ in
(43 cm × 69 cm × 44 cm)
Weight
7.5 lb
(3.4 k )
15 lb
(6.8 k )
22.5 lb
(10.2 k )
98¼ in
(250 cm)
S P E C I F I C AT I O N
T a b l e 1 . C a n a d a a n d U S A H e a t e r s
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C O N F I G U R AT I O N S
The Alpha H1 heater is a single emitter unit - it has one only. It can be installed on its own or
joined to one or two more of the same units. It is supplied with joining bars that connect the
heaters together to increase the size and output of the installation. The maximum number of
single units that can be joined together is three. Please read the section ‘assembling’ for
information on how this should be done.
• The Alpha H1 heater should only be wall mounted in a
horizontal manner or hung from a ceiling from chains
(not supplied).
• When wall mounting the Alpha H1 heater in a
horizontal manner, do not position the heater at an
angle more than 50° and less than 30° as shown in
Fig. A.
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I N S TAL L AT I O N
The 120V Alpha H1 heater is fitted with 15 feet (500 cm) of supply cable and a molded 3 -
pin 15 amp plug.
The 208 / 240V version of the heater is fitted with 2 x supply cords measuring 79 inches
(200 cm) for hard wiring.
WARNING:
Wiring procedures and connections should be in accordance with the
National Electric Code (NEC) and local codes.
WARNING: If the supply cord becomes damaged, it must be immediately replaced by a
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
CAUTION: Disconnect electric power supply before working on circuit wiring to prevent
electric shock.
CAUTION:
Please observe the minimum safe distance between the heater body and any
inflammable surfaces.
CAUTION: When the electrical connection is outside weatherproof sockets must be used
having ground fault protection (GFCI or GFI).
NOTE: CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IF IN DOUBT.
!
M O U N T I N G -
SINGLE UNIT ( WAL L M O U N T E D O R C H A I N H AN G I N G )
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Switch off/unplug the heater from the mains supply
when mounting or adjusting the heater position.
Fig. A
SEE TABLE 1 FOR
MINIMUM HEIGHT
GROUND LEVEL
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• When ceiling hanging the Alpha H1 heater, ensure the
minimum distance from the ceiling is adhered to as shown in
Fig. B.
• Always allow the heater to cool before attempting to
reposition/move. Never attempt to move the heater while it
is switched on!
• Observe the minimum safe distance between the heater
body and inflammable surfaces and objects when mounting.
• Please refer to Table 1 for the recommended positioning of
the heater with regards to minimum distances. Do not install
the heater in a corner!
• Keep out of the reach of children.
1. When wall mounting, securely fasten the L-shaped wall
brackets to the mounting surface using both of the fixing holes
in the short part of the bracket (see Fig. D on the next page for
mounting hole centres). Please refer to Table 1 for
recommended positioning of the heater. Please note. wall
fixings are not supplied. They should be selected to
substantially support the weight of the installation. If in doubt
contact a professional for advice! When hanging from a ceiling
two equal length and gauge chains are required and should be
selected with fixings that are adequate to hold the weight of
the heater. Again, if in doubt contact a professional for advice!
2. The heater should be mounted with the terminal box at
the bottom of the heater when being wall mounted.
3. When wall mounting, fix in the required angular position
by tightening the fixing bolts on the brackets at the rear of the
heater as shown in Fig. C on the next page. The heater
should face directly down when hanging.
4. Secure the supply cable so it is not resting on the body or
obstructing the air-vents.
Always isolate the heater from the mains supply when
adjusting the position.
Fig. B
Fig. C
TERMINAL
BOX
SEE TABLE 1 FOR MINIMUM
DIMENSIONS
Fig. D
DRILLING HOLE TEMPLATE DIMENSIONS FOR WALL MOUNTED BRACKETS
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AS S E M B L I N G - T W O S I N G L E H E AT E R S J O I N E D ( WAL L
M O U N T E D O R C H AI N H AN G I N G )
1. Take the first heater and place it face down on a flat surface.
2. Take the second heater and place it face down and positioned parallel to the first heater.
3. Push the bolts used to hold the wall brackets through the hole in the brackets on the rear
heaters and slide a shake-proof washer on all the threads from the protruding side.
4. Slide the joining bars on each bolt and fit a washer and nut – do not fully tighten at this
point.
5. Ensure the second heater is still parallel to the first and sitting flat.
6. Slide the joining bars on each protruding bolt of the other
heater to connect them
together and fit the washers and nuts.
7. Again, ensuring the heaters remain flat, fully tighten all four nuts to secure the joining
bars in place.
 When wall mounting two Alpha H1 heaters joined
together in a horizontal manner, do not position the
heater at an angle more than 50° and less than 30°
as shown in Fig. F.
 Always allow the heater to cool before attempting
to reposition/move. Never attempt to move the
heater while it is switched on!
 Observe the minimum safe distance between the
heater body and inflammable surfaces and objects
when mounting.
 Please refer to Table 1 for the recommended
positioning of the heater with regards to minimum
distances. Do not install the heater in a corner!
 Keep out of the reach of children.
continued on next page…
Fig. F
WAL L M O U N T I N G - T W O S I N G L E H E AT E R S J O I N E D
Fig. G
Switch off/unplug the heater from the mains
supply when mounting or adjusting the heater
position.
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SEE TABLE 1 FOR
MINIMUM HEIGHT
GROUND LEVEL

2. Fix the heater assembly to the brackets
via the hole in the centre of the joining
bar. The joining bars should slide inside
the gap of the two wall brackets.
3. Place a bolt and washer in the hole of
the wall bracket and put a serrated
washer on the opposite side between
the bracket and joining bar. Repeat on
opposite side.
1. Securely fasten the L-shaped wall brackets to the mounting surface using both of the fixing
holes in the short part of the bracket (see Fig. H for mounting hole template centres).
Please refer to Table 1 for recommended positioning of the heater. Please note. wall
fixings are not supplied. They should be selected to substantially support the weight of the
installation. If in doubt contact a professional for advice!
 When two Alpha H1 heaters are joined they can also
be chain hung from a ceiling (Fig. J).
 Please refer to Table 1 for the recommended
positioning of the heater with regards to minimum
distances. Do not install the heater in a corner!
 Always allow the heater to cool before attempting to
reposition/move. Never attempt to move the heater
while it is switched on!
continued on next page…
Fig. H
DRILLING HOLE TEMPLATE DIMENSIONS
FOR WALL MOUNTED BRACKETS
C H AI N H AN G I N G - T W O S I N G L E H E ATE R S J O I N E D
Fig. J
SEE TABLE 1 FOR MINIMUM
DIMENSIONS
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4.
Fit the heater assembly to the brackets and place a washer and nut on the bolts
protruding through the joining bars.
5. Fully tighten the nut and bolts (Fig. G) with the heaters set as shown in Fig. F.
6. Secure the supply cables so they do not rest on the body or obstruct air-vents.
Always isolate the heater from the mains supply when adjusting the angular position.
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Switch off/unplug the heater from the mains supply
when mounting or adjusting the heater position.

 Observe the minimum safe distance between the heater body and inflammable surfaces
and objects when mounting.
 Keep out of the reach of children.
1. Please refer to Table 1 for recommended positioning of the heater. When hanging from
a ceiling two chains of equal length and gauge are required and should be selected with
fixings that are adequate to hold the weight of the heater.
If in doubt contact a
professional for advice!
2. Attach the heater assembly to the chains via the hole in the centre of the joining bar as
shown in Fig. J. and ensure the heater faces directly down when hanging.
3. Secure the supply cable so they do not rest on the body or obstruct the air-vents.
Always isolate the heater from the mains supply when adjusting the position.
AS S E M B L I N G - T H R E E S I N G L E H E AT E R S J O I N E D
1. Take the first heater and lie it face down on a flat surface.
2. Take the second and third heaters and position them face down and parallel to the first.
3. Push the bolts used to hold the wall brackets through the hole in the brackets on the
rear heaters and slide a shake-proof washer on all the threads from the protruding side.
4. Slide the joining bars on each bolt and fit a washer and nut – do not fully tighten at this
point.
5. Position the second heater so it’s parallel to the first and sitting flat.
6. Take the third heater and a joining bar. Push a bolt and washer through the end hole
and place a serrated washer on the other side. Push the bolt through the bracket hole
on heater. Repeat on opposite side and secure with a washer and nut – do not fully
tighten at this point.
7. Position the third heater so it’s parallel to the second.
8. Line-up the bars of the first heater with the brackets of the second heater – they should
go on the inside faces like heater one.
9. Line-up the bars of the third heater with the brackets of the second heater – these
should go on the outside faces like heater three.
10. Push a bolt from the back of the joining bars through the holes putting a serrated
washer on each side of the heater bracket.
11. Fit a washer and nut to both sides and providing the assembly is sitting flat, fully tighten
both sides and also the nuts of the first and third heaters to the joining bars.
12. The heater is now ready for mounting or hanging.
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 When wall mounting three Alpha H1 heaters
joined together in a vertically stacked manner,
position the assembly downward as shown in
Fig. K.
 Always allow the heaters to cool before
attempting to reposition/move. Never attempt to
move the heaters while they are switched on!
 Observe the minimum safe distance between
the heater body and objects when mounting.
 Please refer to Table 1 for the recommended
positioning of the heater with regards to
minimum distances. Do not install the heater in
a corner!
 Keep out of the reach of children.
Fig. K
WAL L M O U N T I N G - T H R E E S I N G L E H E AT E R S J O I N E D
Fig. L
1. Securely fasten the L-shaped wall brackets to the mounting surface using both of the
fixing holes in the short part of the bracket (see Fig. L for mounting hole centres).
Please refer to Table 1 for recommended positioning of the heater. Please note. wall
fixings are not supplied. They should be selected to substantially support the weight of
the heater assembly. If in doubt contact a professional for advice!
2. The heater assembly should be mounted with the terminal boxes positioned at the
bottom of the heaters.
3. Fix the heater assembly to the brackets via the bolt threads on the middle heater. A
serrated washer should be placed on the threads first and the wall brackets should
prise apart in order to fit the threads in place.
4. Place a washer and a nut on the thread on the outside of the wall brackets – both sides.
5. Securely tighten the nut and bolts with heaters in line with each other (as assembled on
flat surface).
6. Secure the supply cables so they do not rest on the body or obstruct air-vents.
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C AU T I O N
C AU T I O NC AU T I O N
C AU T I O N
Switch off/unplug the heater from the mains supply when mounting or adjusting the
heater position.
SEE TABLE 1 FOR
MINIMUM HEIGHT
GROUND LEVEL

C H AI N H AN G I N G -
T H R E E S I N G L E H E AT E R S J O I N E D
1. Please refer to Table 1 for recommended positioning of the heater. When hanging four
chains of equal length and gauge are required and should be selected with fixings that
are adequate to hold the weight of the heater assembly. If in doubt contact a
professional for advice!
2. Attach the heater assembly to the chains via the hole in the centre of the joining bars as
shown in Fig. M. and ensure the heater assembly faces directly down when hanging.
3. Secure the supply cables so they do not rest on the body or obstruct the air-vents.
Fig. M
SEE TABLE 1 FOR MINIMUM
DIMENSIONS
 Observe the minimum safe distance between the heater body and inflammable surfaces
and objects when mounting.
 Please refer to Table 1 for the recommended positioning of the heater with regards to
minimum distances. Do not install the heater in a corner!
 Keep out of the reach of children.
Always isolate the heater from the mains supply when adjusting the position.
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C AU T I O N
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Switch off/unplug the heater from the mains supply when mounting or adjusting the
heater position.

3. Disconnect the emitter from the connector block by unscrewing the screws highlighted
above in Fig. P and remove the white coloured emitter wires from the connector block.
4. At the back of the heater, remove the plate holding the terminal box by removing the two
fixing screws as shown in Fig. Q (over page).
M AI N TE N AN C E
CAUTION:
Unplug/Switch off unit from the mains supply before replacing emitter or any
maintenance procedure including cleaning.
CAUTION: Should dust or dirt appear on the reflector, it is recommended that that the
guard and emitter are removed and the reflector is wiped with a lint-free cloth before
reassembling (see emitter replacement instructions).
NOTE: For replacement emitters or spare parts please contact your local distributor
quoting model type and rating from rating label. It is very important that your
replacement emitter is exactly the same as the one it was supplied with. Failure to
fit the exact same type can cause the heater to prematurely fail.
!
Unplug/switch off from the mains to the heater or heater assembly power before any
attempts are made to replace the emitter. Contact your distributor for the correct
replacement emitter quoting model type and rating from rating label. It is important
that you read through the emitter replacement procedure before commencing.
1. Ensure the heater and emitter are cool and the power supply is disconnected or remove
the plugs from the socket outlet - all plugs must be removed even if only one emitter is to be
replaced.
2. Remove the screws from the terminal box at the back of the emitter to be replaced and lift
off the lid - see Fig. N.
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R E P L AC I N G AN E M I T T E R
Fig. N Fig. P
CONNECTOR BLOCK
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Fig. S
Fig. T
6. At the front of the heater, gently remove the wire guard by prizing it away from its locating
holes at each end of the heater case (Fig. S).
7. Remove the screw from the side reflector (Fig. T) and lift the side reflector up and away
from the heater. Repeat at the opposite end to remove other side reflector.
8. The emitter wires should be pulled out of the side slots (Fig. U) and the emitter can be
lifted up completely. The wires can then be gently pulled forward so that they come out from
behind the reflector.
SCREW
Fig. U
5. Pull the emitter wires one at a time through the plate to remove as shown in Fig. R.
Fig. Fig. R
FIXING SCREWS
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10. Refit the new emitter in reverse order making sure that no wires can get trapped.
Replace both ends side reflectors and their screws. Before any other parts are fitted to make
sure emitter is held safely.
Fig. V
W A L L M O U N T E D C O N F I G U R A T I O N S - A T A G L A N C E
1 x Alpha H1 Unit
2 x Alpha H1 Units
3 x Alpha H1 Units
9. The emitter can now be removed away from the heater leaving it ready to have the new
emitter fitted as shown in Fig. V.
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