Inforesight Solaira Alpha H2 User manual

© 2009
Ref No. 042225
Issue No. 1
INFORESIGHT
CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC.
125 Traders Blvd. E Unit # 4, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 2H3
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Email [email protected] - Website www.solairaheaters.com
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Reference Manual
Solaira
Alpha H2
Double Emitter)
CANADA & USA MODELS:
SALPHAH2-20240 (208/240V)
SALPHAH2-30240 (208/240V)
SALPHAH2-40240 (208/240V)
INFORESIGHT
CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC.
125 Traders Blvd. E Unit # 4, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 2H3
Tel [phone] - Fax [phone]
Email [email protected]om - Website www.solairaheaters.com
247748
WEATHERPROOF INFRARED HEATERS
SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR AND INDOOR USE -
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
I M P O R T A N T - S A V E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R F U T U R E R E F E R E N C E

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S p e c i f i c a t i o n
T a b l e 1 . C a n a a a n U S A H e a t e r s
No. of Units No. of Total Current Total Min. Min. ist. Min. Dimensions (inc. Weight
x Voltage Emitters x Power (Amps) Current mounting istance istance bracket & bars max. (lb)
(Watts) (Watts) Emitter of unit from floor ceiling si e wall Height x Depth
1 x SALPHAH2-20240 208/240 2 x 750/1000 1500/2000 3.6/4.2 7.2/8.3 6’ 7” / 8' 2¼" 1' 7½" 3’ 3½” 32¼" x 9" x 12¾" 12.3
1 x SALPHAH2-30240 208/240 2 x 1125/1500 2250/3000 5.4/6.3 10.8/12.5 8' 2¼" / 9’ 10” 1' 7½" 3’ 3½” 32¼" x 9" x 12¾" 12.3
1 x SALPHAH2-40240 208/240 2 x 1500/2000 3000/4000 7.2/8.3 14.4/16.7 9’ 10” / 11’ 5½” 1' 7½" 3’ 3½” 32¼" x 9" x 12¾" 12.3
2 x SALPHAH2-20240 208/240 4 x 750/1000 3000/4000 3.6/4.2 14.4/16.7 9’ 10” / 11’ 5½” 1' 7½" 3’ 3½” 32¼" x 18¼" x 5¾" 24.7
2 x SALPHAH2-30240 208/240 4 x 1125/1500 4500/6000 5.4/6.3 21.6/25.0 11’ 5½” / 14’ 9” 1' 7½" 4' 11" 32¼" x 18¼" x 5¾" 24.7
2 x SALPHAH2-40240 208/240 4 x 1500/2000 6000/8000 7.2/8.3 28.8/33.3 14’ 9” / 15’ 7” 1' 7½" 4' 11" 32¼" x 18¼" x 5¾" 24.7
3 x SALPHAH2-20240 208/240 6 x 750/1000 4500/6000 3.6/4.2 21.6/25.0 11’ 5½” / 14’ 9” 1' 7½" 4' 11" 32¼" x 27¼" x 5¾" 37.0
3 x SALPHAH2-30240 208/240 6 x 1125/1500 6750/9000 5.4/6.3 32.5/37.5 14’ 9” / 16’ 5” 1' 7½" 4' 11" 32¼" x 27¼" x 5¾" 37.0
3 x SALPHAH2-40240 208/240 6 x 1500/2000 9000/12000 7.2/8.3 43.3/50.0 16’ 5” 1' 7½" 4' 11" 32¼" x 27¼" x 5¾" 37.0
Mo el Type (Volts) Power of Units per (Amps) height from from pos.) Wi th x
W A R N I N G : R I S K O F F I R E
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.
I n t r o u c t i o n
The Alpha H2 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 H2 can also be
used in a modular system in that more than one heater can be connected together - see ‘Configurations’ later in the manual.
The Alpha H2 weatherproof heater is designed for indoor and outdoor use.
Please rea the following instructions carefully before use. The safety of this heater is guarantee only by its correct
usage in accor ance with these instructions, therefore it is recommen e that they are retaine for future reference.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE Heaters rated at 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.
C a u t i o n
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 and hard wired!
5. Keep the mains cable away from the body of the heater which will get hot during use.
6. Do not cover or obstruct the heater while it is in use.
7. Do not insert any object through any slot or opening in the heater.
8. Do not use if guard is not present.
9. When replacing the emitter or cleaning the unit, ensure that the hard wired circuit(s) is disconnected from the
mains supply. Note always ensure that the emitter is cool before handling.
10. 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.
11. The heater is not intended for use by young children and must be supervised by a responsible person at all
times.
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3 x Alpha H2 Units

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C h a i n H a n g i n g 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 H2 Unit
2 x Alpha H2 Units
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I M P O R T A 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
1. Rea 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. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord 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.
6. 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.
7. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off.
WARNING - Each power supply circuit shall be provided with disconnecting means and the disconnecting means shall
be grouped together.
8. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the
heater.
9. To prevent a possible fire, do not block openings in any manner.
10. A heater has hot parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.
S A V E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S
G r o u n i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s
For 240 (or 208) volt heaters. The cord from each terminal box must be hard wired.

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M o u n t i n g - 1 x D o u b l e ( t w o e m i t t e r s ) U n i t
• The Alpha H2 heater should only be wall mounted in a horizontal manner or
hung from a ceiling from chains (not supplied).
• When wall mounting the Alpha H2 heater in a horizontal manner, do not posi-
tion the heater at an angle more than 50° and less than 30° as shown in Fig. A.
• When ceiling hanging the Alpha H2 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.
Fig. A
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 a justing the position.
Fig. B
C o n f i g u r a t i o n s
The Alpha H1 heater is a double emitter unit - it contains two emitters. It can be installed as a single unit 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 units that can be joined together is three. Please read the section ‘joining heaters
together’ for information on how this should be done.
I n s t a l l a t i o n
The Alpha H1 heaters are fitted with 6 feet, 7 inches (2 meters) of supply cable for hard wiring.
 Please observe the minimum safe distance between the heater body and any inflammable surfaces.
 If the supply cable(s) becomes damaged, it must be immediately replaced by a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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10. The emitter can now be removed away from the heater leaving it ready to for the new emitter to be fitted as shown in Fig.
X.
11. Refit the new emitter in reverse order making sure that no wires can get trapped. Replace the side reflectors/covers and
their screws before any other parts are fitted to make sure the emitter is held safely.
Fig. X
W a l l M o u n t e C o n f i g u r a t i o n - A t a G l a n c e
1 x Alpha H2 Unit

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Fig. S
Fig. U
7. Remove the screws from the central reflector/cover on both sides (Fig. T) and the single screw from the side reflector (Fig.
U). Lift them up and away from the heater to reveal the ceramic caps on the emitters.
Fig. W
6. At the front of the heater, gently remove the wire guards by prizing them away from their locating holes at one end of the
heater case (Fig. S) and pull out of opposite end.
8. Release the emitter end by pressing the top edge of the spring clip away from the emitters ceramic endcap. Gently lift the
end of the emitter upwards so it is no longer being retained by the clip (Fig. V). The wire can then be gently pulled from behind
the reflector.
9. The emitter wire at the opposite end should be pulled out of the side slot (Fig. W) and the emitter can be lifted up
completely. The wire can then be gently pulled forward so that it also comes out from behind the reflector.
Fig. T
Fig. V
SCREW
SCREW
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Fig. D
A s s e m b l i n g - 2 x D o u b l e ( t w o e m i t t e r s ) H e a t e r s J o i n e
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.
C h a i n H a n g i n g - 2 x D o u b l e ( t w o e m i t t e r s ) H e a t e r s J o i n e
 When two Alpha H2 heaters are joined they should only be hung from a ceiling on chains - do not wall mount!
 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.
DRILLING HOLE TEMPLATE DIMENSIONS
FOR WALL MOUNTED BRACKETS
Fig. C
Fig. E
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. Fix the heater assembly to the chains via the hole in
the centre of the joining bar as shown in Fig. E. and
ensure the heaters face directly down when hanging.
3. 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
a justing the position.

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 When three Alpha H2 heaters are joined they should
only be hung from a ceiling on chains - do not wall
mount!
 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.
A s s e m b l i n g - 3 x D o u b l e ( t w o e m i t t e r s ) H e a t e r s J o i n e
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 hanging.
Fig. H
C h a i n H a n g i n g - 3 x D o u b l e ( t w o e m i t t e r s ) H e a t e r s J o i n e
1. Please refer to Table 1 for recommended positioning of the heater. When hanging from a ceiling 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. If
in doubt contact a professional for advice!
2. Fix the heater assembly to the chains via the hole in the centre of the joining bars as shown in Fig. E. and ensure the
heaters face directly down when hanging.
3. 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 a justing the position.
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R e p l a c i n g a n E m i t t e r
Unplug/switch off all mains power to the heater or heater assembly before any attempts are ma e to replace an
emitter. Contact your istributor for the correct replacement emitter quoting mo el type an rating from rating label.
It is important that you rea through the emitter replacement proce ure before commencing.
1. Ensure the heater and emitter are cool and the power supply is disconnected by removing the plugs from the socket outlet -
both 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.
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.
Fig. N Fig. P
5. Pull the emitter wires one at a time through the plate to remove as shown in Fig. R.
Fig. Q Fig. R
M a i n t e n a n c e
For replacement emitters or spare parts (see iagram on back page) please contact your local istributor quoting
mo el type an rating from rating label. It is very important that your replacement emitter is exactly the same as the
one it was supplie with. Failure to fit the exact same type can cause the heater to prematurely fail.
 Switch off/unplug heater or heater assembly from the mains supply before replacing any emitter or doing maintenance proce-
dure or including cleaning.
 Should dust or dirt appear on the reflector, simply remove the wire guard and carefully wipe the reflector with a lint-free cloth
avoiding touching the emitter. The emitter can separately and carefully be wiped using rubbing alcohol or methylated spirits if
necessary.
CONNECTOR BLOCK
FIXING SCREWS