IR Energy Even-GLO GA301 Series Owner's manual

DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. A propane
cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity
of this or any appliance.
Please retain these instructions for future reference.
IMPORTANT: The installer must leave these instructions with
the owner. Only those who are certified to do so should
perform service on these heaters.
23-428 Millen Road
Stoney Creek ON L8E 3N9 Canada
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Radiant Patio Heater
Manual for Installation, Operation & Maintenance
* FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
*The Even-GLO Patio heater has been approved for indoor use in non-residential
applications (See page 8 for details) for natural gas units ONLY
A PATIO HEATER LIKE NO OTHER
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.

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Table of Contents
1 -CAUTION AND GENERAL SAFETY...................................................................... 4
2 -PRE-INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ........................................................................ 5
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE ............................................................................................................ 5
MOUNTING PLATE HOLE PATTERN .................................................................................................. 6
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUPPLY......................................................................................................... 7
3 - LOCATION PLANNING ...................................................................................... 8
GENERAL LOCATION LAYOUTS........................................................................................................ 8
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................ 8
4 - CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ...................................................... 9
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES ...................................................................................................... 9
INSTALLATION /CODE REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................ 9
5 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................... 10
EQUIPMENT DIMENSIONS ........................................................................................................... 10
5 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................... 11
POWER /GAS SPECIFICATION ...................................................................................................... 12
6 - ASSEMBLY...................................................................................................... 13
FLOOR MOUNT ......................................................................................................................... 13
CEILING MOUNT ....................................................................................................................... 19
7 - WIRING.......................................................................................................... 26
WIRING DIAGRAMS ................................................................................................................... 27
INTERNAL WIRING ..................................................................................................................... 27
EXTERNAL WIRING OPTIONS........................................................................................................ 28
8 - LIGHTING & SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................... 29
LIGHTING ................................................................................................................................. 29
SHUT DOWN ............................................................................................................................ 29
9 - MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING ..................................................... 30
MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................... 30
TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................................................................................. 30
10 - PARTS LIST ................................................................................................... 31
12 - WARRANTY.................................................................................................. 33

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1 -Caution and General Safety
•At all times maintain clearance to combustible materials as further specified in this
manual. Failure to do so can result in serious fire hazard.
•Never operate heaters in atmosphere containing flammable vapours or combustible
dusts.
•This heater is equipped with an electronic and automatic ignition device. Do not attempt
to light the burner by hand. Failure to comply can result in a serious fire and personal
injury hazard.
•Certain materials, when stored under this heater are subjected to radiant heat can soften,
distort or otherwise be damaged, special care should be taken of plastic materials
•Appliance surfaces, other than the obvious flame and emitter surfaces, attain elevated
temperatures during operation. Do not touch the heater head during operation. Everyone
should be alerted to this hazard to avoid burning.
•Children should be strictly supervised when in the area of this heating appliance. Playing
or running around the structure should be strictly forbidden.
•Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung on or near this heater.
CAUTION: FIRE OR BURN INJURY HAZARD

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2 -Pre-installation Overview
What You Will Receive
Top Reflector
Heater head Assembly
Pole Assembly
Hardware

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2 - Pre-installation Overview
Mounting Plate hole Pattern
(Full size)
Ø0.42"
6.30"

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2 - Pre-installation Overview
What You Need to Supply
1. Heater post anchoring hardware.
2. Materials necessary to construct a concrete base for floor mounting.
3. Gas supply line that is installed to the Gas and Electric Supply according to the:
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z.223.1 (NFPA 54) in the US and Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code,
B149.2 in Canada.
4. Electrical supply rated at 24 Vac with two stage control.

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3 - Location Planning
General Location Layouts
One Even-GLO heater, at high fire and in windless conditions, has a comfort radius of
about twelve feet (24 ft. circle).
A series of heaters providing area heat should be placed about 14-20 feet apart.
Wind protection has an important influence on the body’s ability to retain radiant heat. Use
natural or newly built wind barriers where possible, such as existing buildings, shrubbery or tree
lines and fences
A patio that has been almost entirely closed in with a roof and windbreak walls or a tent
may be considered an indoor location by some code authorities. The Lynx Patio heater
has been approved for indoor use in non residential applications (Natural Gas Models
ONLY). Venting of the flue gases is accomplished by means of an interlocked fan. Refer
to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z.223.1 (NFPA 54) in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1
and B149.2 Installation Codes in Canada.
Location Requirements
a. Never locate the heater directly below electrical lines, gas lines or sprinkler systems.
b. Do not locate heater too close to vinyl or plastic wall coverings. These materials may
discolour or soften well before they reach combustible limits.
c. Always allow room for removal of the top reflector and heater head for maintenance
purposes.
d. The heater aspirates air for combustion. Do not locate heater where there are severe
draft conditions or airflow restrictions to the heater head base.
NOTE: Sprinkler head heat fuse link performance may alter with age.
WARNING!
This heater is NOT approved for any indoor Residential
application. If in doubt of your application consult with your
local fire marshal or gas authority having jurisdiction. Indoor
spaces include but are not limited to attached garages,
solariums, living quarters etc.

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4 - Clearance to Combustible Materials
Clearance to Combustibles
The following clearance data is based on a maximum limit of 90°F (50 °C) plus ambient
temperature.
Note with an ambient temperature of 70°F the surface temperatures at the clearance
distances listed below could reach 160°F Care should be taken with placement of plastic
or vinyl in the proximity of the heater as they tend to distort and soften at these
temperatures.
The INSTALLER is responsible to ensure that building materials with a low heat tolerance
which may degrade at higher temperatures are protected to prevent degradation.
Installation / Code Requirements
Installation must comply with local building codes and/or, for the USA/National Fuel Gas Code,
ANZI Z 223.1 (NFPA 54) and for Canada, CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2, National Gas and
Propane Installation Code (latest editions).
Appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in their absence; the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 in the USA, CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code in
Canada.
NOTE: Some materials deteriorate or soften at sustained temperatures below 160°F.
Consult material manufacturer for recommendations
BELOW
TOP
SIDE
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
22"
MODEL NO. TOP SIDES BELOW
33"18"
GA 301
22" 33"18"
GA 301 H
22" 33"18"
GA 301 T

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5 - Installation Instructions
Installation must comply with local building codes and/or, for the USA/National Fuel Gas Code,
ANZI Z 223.1 (NFPA 54) and for Canada, CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2, National Gas and
Propane Installation Code (latest editions).
Appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in their absence; the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 in the USA, CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code in
Canada.
Equipment Dimensions
Floor mount models
89.7"
5.1"
63.0"
39.5"
8"
101.7"
5.1"
39.5"
8"
Model GA 301 Model GA 301-T
75.0"

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5 - Installation Instructions
Hanging model # GA 301-H
Ø39.50"
47.98"
17.95"
1.13"
46.81"
6 Feet Minimum Clearance Below

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5 - Installation Instructions
Power / Gas Specification
High fire rate: Natural -53,000 btuh Propane -47,000 btuh
Low fire rate: Natural -46,000 btuh Propane -40,000 btuh
Gas Supply Pressure:
Natural Gas: Minimum 6.5 ” W.C. Maximum 14.0 ” W.C.
Propane Gas: Minimum 10.8 ” W.C. Maximum 14.0 ” W.C.
Manifold Pressure:
Natural Gas: Low - 4.0” W.C. High - 5.5” W.C.
Propane Gas: Low - 7.0” W.C. High - 9.8” W.C.
Electric Supply: 24 VAC, 0.8A
The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of ½ psig (3.5
KPa)
Installation or repair should only be done by personnel qualified for
the installation of powered gas appliances.

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6 - Assembly
Floor Mount
a. Mount pole base onto a concrete floor or cast concrete with a minimum below grade
depth of 12” and having a 12” diameter. If forming concrete, cast in place appropriate
passage for gas and control wires. Use minimum 3/8” x 5” 90° lag bolts or equivalent to
mount heater base to the concrete base. The pole base could also be mounted on wood
decks with 3/8” bolts and lock washers on the underside of the deck. Periodically check
for tightness when mounted to a wood deck.

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6 - Assembly
b. Arrange the burner head such that the wires and gas hose are arranged as illustrated. Feed
a pull wire through the pole to assist in pulling the three power wires into the pole and
through the junction box. Firmly tape the pull wire to the power wires. Lower the assembly
into place while pulling the wires. Two people may be necessary for this operation.

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6 - Assembly
c. Secure burner head to pole with three #10 screws provided.

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6 - Assembly
d. Push the gas connection into the slot buy slightly pushing on the gas line through the
electrical box. The gas fitting should be positioned as illustrated below.

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6 - Assembly
e. Place gas connection cover onto the fitting and install the nut to fasten the cover
assuring the nut is properly seated. See below.

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6 - Assembly
f. Install reflector using the four carriage bolts, nuts and washer provided.
g. Connect gas supply and electric power following all local codes. Pressure test all gas
connections.

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6 - Assembly
Ceiling Mount
1. Assemble 4 gusset plates to the base as illustrated. Use 5/16” carriage bolts with
washers and nuts.

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6 - Assembly
2. Assemble angular arms to the base.
3. Assemble vertical arm to angular arm using two gusset plates and 5/16” carriage bolts
with nuts and washers. Repeat this for the other side.