Roberts Gorden Vantage TF Series Manual

Vantage®TF
Installation, Operation &
Service Manual
TF-120 TF-300
TF-160 TF-350
TF-200 TF-380
TF-250
Installer
Please take the time to read and understand
these instructions prior to any installation.
Installer must give a copy of this manual to the owner.
Owner
Keep this manual in a safe place to provide your
serviceman with information should it become
necessary.
WARNING
Installation must be done by a contractor qualified
in the installation and service of gas-fired heating
equipment or your gas supplier
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can result in death, injury or property
damage Read the installation, operation and service
manual thoroughly before installing or servicing
this equipment
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© Copyright 2002 Roberts-Gordon P/N 190100NA Rev. D 1/02
Roberts-Gordon
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P.O. Box 44
Buffalo, New York 14240-0044
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DO NOT store or use petrol or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1 Open windows
2 DO NOT try to light any
appliance
3 DO NOT use electrical
switches
4 DO NOT use any telephone
in your building
5 Leave the building
6 Immediately call your local
gas supplier after leaving
the building Follow the gas
suppliers instructions
7 If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the Fire
Department
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Unitary Infrared Heater

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!TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Heater Safety ...................................................................1
2. Installer Responsibility ....................................................1
3. Critical Considerations....................................................2
3.1 Clearances to Combustibles ...................................2
4. National Standards and Applicable Codes ....................6
4.1 Gas Codes ...............................................................6
4.2 Aircraft Hangars .......................................................6
4.3 Public Garages ........................................................6
4.4 Electrical ..................................................................6
4.5 Venting .....................................................................6
5. Standard Parts List ..........................................................7
6. Suggested Layouts ..........................................................9
7. Assembly Overview ......................................................11
8. Heater Installation..........................................................13
8.1 Critical Hanger Placement ....................................13
8.2 Heat Exchanger (Transition Tube) .........................14
8.3 Burner ....................................................................14
8.4 Tube Clamp Package ............................................15
8.5 Turbulator ...............................................................15
8.6 Coupling and Heat Exchanger
Tube Assembly .....................................................16
8.7 Reflector.................................................................17
9. Optional Heater Accessories .......................................19
9.1 Elbow Package ......................................................19
9.2 U-Tube Configuration ............................................22
9.3 Reflector Side Extension .......................................23
9.4 Decorative Grille ....................................................24
9.5 Protective Grille .....................................................26
10. Venting 28
10.1 General Venting Requirements ...........................28
10.2 Horizontal Ventilation (4") ....................................29
10.3 Vertical Ventilation (4") .........................................29
10.4 Flexible Boot Installation
(Single Vent).......................................................30
10.5 Horizontal Ventilation (6") ....................................30
10.6 Vertical Ventilation (6") .........................................31
10.7 Flexible Boot Installation
(Common Vent) ..................................................31
10.8 Outside Combustion Air Supply ..........................32
11. Gas Piping.......................................................................34
Printed in the U.S.A.
12. Wiring 35
12.1 Line Voltage Thermostat Wiring ...........................35
12.2 Low Voltage Thermostat and
Relay Wiring ......................................................36
12.3 Burner Internal Wiring .........................................36
12.4 Burner Ladder Diagram ......................................37
12.5 Electrical Connection to the Burner ....................37
13. Operation and Maintenance ..........................................38
13.1 Sequence of Operation .......................................38
13.2 Pre-Season Maintenance and Annual
Inspection...........................................................38
14. Troubleshooting..............................................................41
14.1 Troubleshooting Flow Chart ................................41
14.2 Manifold Gas Pressure Setting............................43
15. Replacement Parts ........................................................44
16. General Specifications ..................................................45
17. Limited Warranty ............................................................46
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!TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1 Standard Reflector ............................................3
Figure 2 One Side Reflector............................................3
Figure 3 Two Side Reflectors ..........................................3
Figure 4 45° Tilt Reflector ................................................4
Figure 5 U-Tube, Standard Reflectors ............................4
Figure 6 U-Tube, Opposite, 45°.......................................4
Figure 7 U-Tube, Full, 45° ...............................................5
Figure 8 2-Foot Deco Grille .............................................5
Figure 9 Venting ..............................................................5
Figure 10 Major Components Descriptions ....................11
Figure 11 Assembly Overview.........................................12
Figure 12 Reflector Overlap Detail..................................18
Figure 13 Reflector Joint Detail.......................................21
Figure 14 U-Tube Configuration Overview .....................22
Figure 15 Gas Connection ..............................................34
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!SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
Your Safety is Important to Us!
This symbol is used throughout the
manual to notify you of possible fire,
electrical or burn hazards.Please pay
special attention when reading and
following the warnings in these
sections.
Thisheaterisdesigned forheatingnonresidential indoor
spaces. Do not install in residential spaces. These
instructions, the layout drawing, local codes and
ordinances,andapplicablestandards thatapply togas
piping,electricalwiring,venting,etc.,mustbethoroughly
understood before proceeding with the installation.
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!SECTION 2: INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITY
• To install the heater, as well as the gas and
electrical supplies, in accordance with applicable
specifications and codes. Roberts-Gordon
recommends the installer contact a local building
inspector or Fire Marshal for guidance.
• To use the information given in a layout drawing
and in the manual together with the cited codes and
regulations to perform the installation.
• To install the heater in accordance with the
Clearances to Combustibles.
• To furnish all needed materials not furnished as
standardequipment.
• To plan location of supports.
• To provide access to burners for servicing on all
sides, for burner removal.
• To providethe owner withacopyof thisinstallation,
operation and service manual.
• Tonot useheater assupport(i.e.ladder) orhanging
device.
WARNING
Installation, Service and Annual Inspection of heater
must be done by a contractor qualified in the
installation and service of gas-fired heating equipment
Read this manual carefully before installation,
operation, or service of this equipment
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
injury or property damage
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SECTION 1:HEATER SAFETY

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!SECTION 3: CRITICAL CONSIDERATIONS
3.1 Minimum Required Clearances to
Combustibles
Clearancesare therequired distancesthatcombustible
objects must be away from the heater to prevent
seriousfire hazards.Combustibles arematerials, which
may catch on fire and include common items such as
wood, paper, rubber, fabric, etc.Maintain clearances
to combustibles at all times for your safety.
Clearances for all heater models are located on the
burner of the heater and on
Pages 3-5, Section 3,
Figures 1-9
in this manual. Check the clearances on
each burner for the model heater being installed to
make sure the product is suitable for your application
and the clearances are maintained. Read and follow
the safety guidelines below:
• Keep gasoline or other combustible materials
including flammable objects, liquids, dust or vapors
away from this heater or any other appliance.
• Maintain clearances from heat sensitive material,
equipment and workstations.
• Maintainclearancesfromvehiclesparkedbelowthe
heater.
• Maintainclearancesfrom swingingdoors,overhead
cranes, vehicle lifts, partitions, storage racks, hoists,
etc.
• In locations used for the storage of combustible
materials, signs must be posted to specify the
maximum permissible stacking height to maintain
required clearances from the heater to the
combustibles. Signs must be posted adjacent to the
heater thermostat. In the absence of a thermostat,
signs must be posted in a conspicuous location.
• Consult local Fire Marshal, Fire Insurance Carrier
or other authorities for approval of proposed
installation when there is a possibility of exposure to
combustible airborne materials or vapors.
• Hang heater in accordance to the minimum
suspension requirements on
Page 13, Section 8,
Step 8.1 .
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Some objects will catch fire
or explode when placed
close to heater
Keep all flammable objects,
liquids and vapors the
minimum required
clearances to combustibles
away from heater
Failure to follow these
instructions can result in
death, injury or property
damage
Burn Hazard
Keep all persons,
especially children, away
from heater
Do not touch any part of
the heater
Heater is very hot
Failure to follow these
instructions can result in
severe injury
Risque dincendie
Certains objets placés près
du radiateur peuvent
senflammer ou exploser
Tenir tous les objets,
liquides et vapeurs
inflammables à la distance
de sécurité requise du
radiateur
Le non-respect de ces
consignes peut causer
mort, blessures ou
dommage matériel
Risque de brûlure
Ne laisser personne, en
particulier des enfants,
sapprocher du radiateur
Ne toucher aucune partie
du radiateur
Le radiateur est brûlant
Le non-respect de ces
consignes peut entraîner
des blessures graves
ATTENTION
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Inches
Model ABCD
TF-120 6 35 63 35
TF-160 6 38 66 38
TF-200 6 40 71 40
TF-250 6 46 77 46
TF-300 6 50 80 50
TF-350 8 52 82 52
TF-380 8 52 82 52
NOTE: 1. All dimensions are from the Heat Exchanger Tube surface.
2. Clearances B, C and D can be reduced by 50% after 25’ (7 m) of tubing
downstream from where the burner and transition tube connect.
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 15 88 158 88
TF160 15 95 165 95
TF200 15 100 178 100
TF250 15 115 193 115
TF300 15 125 200 125
TF350 20 130 205 130
TF380 20 130 205 130
STANDARD REFLECTOR
TWO SIDE REFLECTORS
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
SECTION 3: CRITICAL CONSIDERATIONS
ONE SIDE REFLECTOR
Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 15 23 158 118
TF160 15 23 175 135
TF200 15 23 193 148
TF250 15 23 208 163
TF300 15 23 215 173
TF350 20 23 220 183
TF380 20 23 220 183
Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 15 58 165 58
TF160 15 63 180 63
TF200 15 68 195 68
TF250 15 80 210 80
TF300 15 88 220 88
TF350 20 100 228 100
TF380 20 100 228 100
Inches
Model ABCD
TF-120 6 9 63 47
TF-160 6 9 70 54
TF-200 6 9 77 59
TF-250 6 9 83 65
TF-300 6 9 86 69
TF-350 8 9 88 73
TF-380 8 9 88 73
Inches
Model ABCD
TF-120 6 23 66 23
TF-160 6 25 72 25
TF-200 6 27 78 27
TF-250 6 32 84 32
TF-300 6 35 88 35
TF-350 8 40 91 40
TF-380 8 40 91 40
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Inches
Model ABCD
TF-120 8 8 60 54
TF-160 8 8 66 60
TF-200 10 8 74 64
TF-250 10 8 78 69
TF-300 12 8 84 74
TF-350 12 8 85 79
TF-380 12 8 85 79
A
B D
C
A
CDB
A
C
B D
NOTE: 1. All dimensions are from the Heat Exchanger Tube surface.
2. Clearances B, C and D can be reduced by 50% after 25’ (7 m) of tubing
downstream from where the burner and transition tube connect.
45° TILT REFLECTOR
U-TUBE, STANDARD REFLECTORS
U-TUBE, OPPOSITE, 45° REFLECTORS
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
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Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 20 20 150 135
TF160 20 20 165 150
TF200 25 20 185 160
TF250 25 20 195 173
TF300 30 20 210 185
TF350 30 20 213 198
TF380 30 20 213 198
Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 15 88 158 75
TF160 15 95 173 93
TF200 15 100 190 98
TF250 15 115 198 108
TF300 15 125 210 118
TF350 20 135 218 128
TF380 20 135 218 128
Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 20 135 150 55
TF160 20 150 165 55
TF200 25 160 185 55
TF250 25 175 195 55
TF300 30 185 210 55
TF350 30 190 213 55
TF380 30 190 213 55
Inches
Model ABCD
TF-120 6 35 63 30
TF-160 6 38 69 37
TF-200 6 40 76 39
TF-250 6 46 79 43
TF-300 6 50 84 47
TF-350 8 54 87 51
TF-380 8 54 87 51
Inches
Model ABCD
TF-120 8 54 60 22
TF-160 8 60 66 22
TF-200 10 64 74 22
TF-250 10 70 78 22
TF-300 12 74 84 22
TF-350 12 76 85 22
TF-380 12 76 85 22

C
D
B
A
A
B
C
D
Infrared Tubes
Vent
Pipes
Unvented
Vented
AE
F
NOTE: 1. All dimensions are from the Heat Exchanger Tube surface.
2. Clearances B, C and D can be reduced by 50% after 25’ (7 m) of tubing
downstream from where the burner and transition tube connect.
U-TUBE, FULL, 45°
2 FOOT DECO GRILLE
VENTING
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8
FIGURE 9
SECTION 3: CRITICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 20 20 150 105
TF160 20 20 165 115
TF200 20 20 185 130
TF250 20 20 195 153
TF300 20 20 210 165
TF350 20 20 213 175
TF380 20 20 213 175
Metric (cm)
Model ABCD
TF120 15 88 158 88
TF160 15 95 165 95
TF200 15 100 178 100
TF250 15 115 193 115
TF300 15 125 200 125
TF350 20 130 205 130
TF380 20 130 205 130
Metric (cm)
Model A E F
TF120 35 45 45
TF160 50 60 45
TF200 50 60 45
TF250 50 60 45
TF300 50 75 45
TF350 50 75 45
TF380 50 75 45
United States (inches)
Model ABCD
TF-120 8 8 60 42
TF-160 8 8 66 46
TF-200 8 8 74 52
TF-250 8 8 78 61
TF-300 8 8 84 66
TF-350 8 8 85 70
TF-380 8 8 85 70
United States (inches)
Model ABCD
TF-120 6 35 63 35
TF-160 6 38 66 38
TF-200 6 40 71 40
TF-250 6 46 77 46
TF-300 6 50 80 50
TF-350 8 52 82 52
TF-380 8 52 82 52
United States (inches)
Model A E F
TF-120 14 18 18
TF-160 20 24 18
TF-200 20 24 18
TF-250 20 24 18
TF-300 20 30 18
TF-350 20 30 18
TF-380 20 30 18
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!SECTION 4: NATIONAL STANDARDS AND
APPLICABLE CODES
4.1 Gas Codes
The type of gas appearing on the nameplate must
be the type of gas used. Installation must comply
with national and local codes and requirements of
the local gas company.
United States: Refer to National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1 - latest revision, (same as NFPA
Bulletin 54).
Canada: Refer to CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2:
Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances.
4.2 Aircraft Hangars
Installation in aircraft hangars must be in
accordance with the following codes:
United States: Refer to Standard for Aircraft
Hangars, ANSI/NFPA-409 - latest revision.
Canada: Refer to Standard CAN/CGA B149.1 and
B149.2.
• In aircraft storage and servicing areas, heaters
shall be installed at least 10' (3 m) above the upper
surface of wings or of engine enclosures of the
highestaircraft whichmaybe housedinthehangar.
The measurement shall be made from the wing or
engineenclosure whicheveris higherfrom thefloor,
to the bottom of the heater.
• In shops, offices and other sections of aircraft
hangars communicating with aircraft storage or
servicing areas, heaters shall be installed not less
than 8' (2.4 m) above the floor.
•Suspendedor elevatedheaters shallbe solocated
in all spaces of aircraft hangars that they shall not
be subject to injury by aircraft, cranes, movable
scaffolding or other objects. Provisions shall be
madeto assureaccessibilitytosuspendedheaters
for recurrent maintenance purposes.
4.3 Public Garages
Installation in garages must be in accordance with
the following codes:
United States: Standard for Parking Structures
NFPA-88A - latest revision or the Standard for
Repair Garages, NFPA 88B - latest revision.
Canada: Refer to CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2:
Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances.
• Heaters must not be installed less than 8' (2.4m)
above the floor. Minimum clearances to
combustibles must be maintained from vehicles
parked below the heater.
• When installed over hoists, minimum clearances
tocombustiblesmustbe maintainedfromthe upper
most point of objects on the hoist.
4.4 Electrical
The heater must be electrically grounded in
accordance with the following codes:
United States: Refer to
National Electrical Code
®,
ANSI/NFPA-70 - latest revision. Wiring must
conform to the most current National Electrical
Code
®,local ordinances,andanyspecialdiagrams
furnished.
Canada: Refer to Canadian Electrical Code, CSA
C22.1 Part 1 - latest revision.
4.5 Venting
The venting must be installed in accordance with
the requirements within this manual and the
following codes:
United States: Refer to NFPA-54/ANSI Z223.1 -
latest revision, National Fuel Gas Code.
Canada: Refer to CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2:
Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances.
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Table 1. Contents of VANTAGE®TF Burner Carton
Part No. Description TF-120 -160 -200 -250 -300 -350 -380
TF Burner Assembly (input and fuel varies) 1111111
02568200 Gaskets 2222222
190100NA Installation, Operation and Service Manual 1111111
94273914 Hex Head Bolts 5/16-18 8888888
96411600 Split Lockwashers 8888888
91412203 Flexible Gas Connector Assembly - 3/4" NPT 1111111
03051503 Turbulator Adapters 2 2 2 ----
03051504 Turbulators 2.5' (76 cm) Aluminized 8 8 4 ----
91412800 Flexible Boots 2222222
91901300 Boot Clamps 4444444
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Table 2. Contents of Core and Extension Packages
Core Packages (2 required per heater) Extension Packages
Hot Rolled Aluminized Aluminized Hot Rolled Aluminized Aluminized
with with with with with with
Aluminum Aluminum Stainless Aluminum Aluminum Stainless
Reflector Reflector Steel Reflector Reflector Steel
Reflector Reflector
Part No. Description 20' 30'40' 20' 30' 40' 20' 30' 40' 10' 20' 30' 40' 10' 20' 30 '40' 10' 20' 30' 40'
(6m) (9m) (12m) (6m) (9m) (12m) (6m) (9m) (12m) (3 m) (6 m) (9 m) (12 m) (3 m) (6 m) (9 m) (12 m) (3 m) (6 m) (9m) (12m)
91409300 Heat Exch. Tube, Hot Rolled Steel, 10' (3 m) 1 2 3 - - - - - - 1 2 3 4 - - - - - - - -
91409408 Heat Exch. Tube, HT Aluminized, 10' (3 m) - - - 1 2 3 1 2 3 - - - - 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
03051101 Transition Tube, Alum., 10' (3 m) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - - - - - - - - - - - -
01312700 Coupling Assembly 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
02750303 Standard 8' Reflector 3 4 6 3 4 6 - - - 2 3 4 6 2 3 4 6 - - - -
02750800 End Cap 2 2 2 2 2 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
027503SS Stainless Steel 8' Reflector - - - - - - 3 4 6 - - - - - - - - 2 3 4 6
027508SS Stainless Steel End Cap - - - - - - 2 2 2 - - - - - - - - - - - -
03090100 Heat Exchanger Tube and Reflector Hanger 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
91907302 S Hook 6 8 10 6 8 10 6 8 10 2 4 6 8 2 4 6 8 2 4 6 8
03050010 Reflector Support Package 2 3 5 2 3 5 4 5 7 2 3 4 6 2 3 4 6 2 3 4 6
(Strap, Wire Form, Screws)
91107720 U-Clip Package 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
90502700 Vent Adapter (Not required for TF Models) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - - - - - - - - - - - -
01318901 Tube Clamp Package 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 - - - - - - - - - - - -
CP20HRS
CP30HRS CP40HRS
CP20ALUM CP30ALUM CP40ALUM
CP20ALUMSS CP30ALUMSS CP40ALUMSS
EXP10HRS EXP20HRS EXP30HRS EXP40HRS
EXP10ALUM EXP20ALUM EXP30ALUM EXP40ALUM
EXP10ALUMSS EXP20ALUMSS EXP30ALUMSS EXP40ALUMSS
PART NUMBER
SECTION 5: STANDARD PARTS LISTS
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Table 3. VANTAGE® TF Component Package Guide
Heat Exhanger Tubing
Length Each Side
Model Minimum Maximum Hot Rolled Aluminized Aluminized with
with Aluminum Reflector with Aluminum Reflector Stainless Steel Reflector
TF-120 20' (6 m) - CP20HRS CP20ALUM CP20ALUMSS
TF-160 20' (6 m) - CP20HRS CP20ALUM CP20ALUMSS
- 30' (9 m) CP30HRS CP30ALUM CP30ALUMSS
TF-200 30' (9 m) - CP30HRS CP30ALUM CP30ALUMSS
- 40' (12 m) CP40HRS CP40ALUM CP40ALUMSS
TF-250 40' (12 m) - CP40HRS CP40ALUM CP40ALUMSS
- 50' (15 m) CP30HRS + EXP20HRS CP30ALUM + EXP20ALUM CP30ALUMSS + EXP20ALUMSS
TF-300 50' (15 m) - CP30HRS + EXP20HRS CP30ALUM + EXP20ALUM CP30ALUMSS + EXP20ALUMSS
- 60' (18 m) CP30HRS + EXP30HRS CP30ALUM + EXP30ALUM CP30ALUMSS + EXP30ALUMSS
TF-350 50' (15 m) - CP30HRS + EXP20HRS CP30ALUM + EXP20ALUM CP30ALUMSS + EXP20ALUMSS
- 60' (18 m) CP30HRS + EXP30HRS CP30ALUM + EXP30ALUM CP30ALUMSS + EXP30ALUMSS
- 70' (21 m) CP40HRS + EXP30HRS CP40ALUM + EXP30ALUM CP40ALUMSS + EXP30ALUMSS
TF-380 60' (18 m) - CP30HRS + EXP30HRS CP30ALUM + EXP30ALUM CP30ALUMSS + EXP30ALUMSS
- 70' (21 m) CP40HRS + EXP30HRS CP40ALUM + EXP30ALUM CP40ALUMSS + EXP30ALUMSS
- 80' (24 m) CP40HRS + EXP40HRS CP40ALUM + EXP40ALUM CP40ALUMSS + EXP40ALUMSS
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Install heaters only within the parameters of minimum
or maximum heat exchanger tube lengths listed in
Table 3 (below) in this installation manual
Shorter lengths are a serious fire hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
injury or property damage
Core Packages (2 Required)

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!SECTION 6: SUGGESTED LAYOUTS
The following are suggested layouts for the VANTAGE®TF. These layouts are effective in maximizing the heat
pattern and overall performance of the heater. All heaters can be common vented or individually vented (see
Page 28, Section 10.1 ) depending on the building requirements. These are only suggested layouts. The
VANTAGE®TF heater can be designed in various configurations provided they are in the guidelines of this
manual.When designing a U Tube or Elbow configuration, the following rules must be adhered to:
• A minimum of 10' (3 m) of heat exchanger tubing on TF-120/160 and/or a minimum of 15' (4.5 m) of tubing
on the TF-200/250/300/350/380 is required between the burner and the Elbow or U Tube.
•The design and installation must adhere to the rules and guidelines located in this manual (see
Pages 13-18,
Section 8 and Pages 28-33, Section 10 ).
• Review venting options before selecting a layout.
6.1TF-380 – 4 Elbow Design (Common Vent)
10' Typ.
(3 m) Burner Heat Exchanger
Tube
Common Vent
90° Elbow
6.2TF-350 – 4 Elbow Design (Common Vent)
SECTION 6: SUGGESTED LAYOUTS
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Burner
Tube
Individual Vent
90° Elbow 10' Typ.
(3 m)
6.4TF-160 – Single Elbow Design (Individual Vents)
6.5TF-160 – Double "L" Design (Individual Vents)
6.6TF-250 – Combination "L" and "U" Design (Individual Vents)
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!SECTION 7: ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
The figures in this section provide a general overview of
component placement in a VANTAGE®TF system. The
location of some components such as supports and
couplings is crucial for proper installation. Assemble the
heater components as shown on
Page 12, Section 7,
Figure 11 .
Optional reflector configurations are shown on
Pages
3-5,Section3,Figures1-9
.Installappropriatesuspension
hardware, beam clamps, chain or rod at predetermined
locations.Adjustmentsofchainlengthwillprovideuniform
pitch.
FIGURE 10 – Major Component Descriptions
Turbulator
Turbulatormustbe installedinthe last
standardsectionofHeat Exchanger
Tube. Turbulator is not
required on TF-250,
TF-300, TF-350
and TF-380
burners.
Flexible Boot
Flexible boot is used to
connect the last heat
exchanger tube to the vent
system.
Reflector End Cap
Punch out center section
to accommodate Heat
Exchanger Tube.
Coupling
Transition Tube
Supplied in 10'(3m)
lengths.Transitiontube
is always the first tube
after the burner. Reflector
Alternate overlap as
shown on overview and
Page 18, Section 8,
Figure 12 . Minimum
overlap is 7” (18 cm).
Burner (shown with tube
gasket)
Must be installed with the
flame observation window
facing down.
Heat ExchangerTube
Supplied in 10 ft. (3 m)
lengths.
Vent Sleeve installed
inside flexible boot.
Tube and Reflector Hanger
Suspend system from these
hangers.
Reflector Support
Package
Flex Gas Line
SECTION 7:ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
11
Vent Sleeve
Tube and Reflector Hanger
with Clamp Package
Position this hanger no more
than 4” (10 cm) away from the
burner assembly.

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FIGURE 11 – TF Assembly Overview
12
Turbulator
Reflector
Reflector End Cap
Tube
Reflector Support
Burner Tube
Burner
Tube Clamp Package
Coupling
U-Clips
Flexible Boot
Burner Tube
Tube and Reflector Hanger

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!SECTION 8: HEATER INSTALLATION
Sections 8 - 13 show the logical sequence of heater installation, pictorially.Follow these steps in order and if any
questions arise, refer to the assembly overview (
Page 12, Section 7, Figure 11 ) for guidance. If any step is
unclear, please contact your ROBERTS GORDON®independent distributor or Roberts-Gordon at (716) 852-
4400 or [phone] in the U.S., [phone] or [phone] in Canada or at www.rg-inc.com.
WARNING
Suspension Hazard
Hang heater with materials with a minimum working
load of 750 lbs (340 Kg)
Failure of the supports can result in death, injury
or property damage
Step 8.1 – Determine Critical Hanger Placement
Description Part Number
Spring Hook 91903300
Tube/Reflector Hanger 03090100
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* Allows for thermal expansion of system
29" ± 2"
(73 cm ± 5 cm) Hanger
Side View Front View
Hanger
S
Hook
TF Burner
I-Beam
I-Beam
Beam
Clamp Locknut
Washer
Screw Hook
min. 3/8" (10 mm)
Washer
Wood
Turnbuckle
(not included)
24" (60 cm)
minimum*
12" (30 cm)
minimum*
3/8
Rod
Typical Suspension Details
45° Angle
S
Hook
S
Hook
Anchor
Concrete
Beam

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Lock Washer
Gasket
Burner
Bolt
7' 6" ± 1'
(229 cm ± 25 cm)
S
Hook
Burner Tube
Hanger
29"± 2"
(73 cm ± 5 cm)
End View
Weld
Seam
NOTE:
Tubing requires a downward
slope of 1/2" (13 mm)
per 20' (6 m) away
from burner.
Bottom
of Tube
Step 8.2 – Heat Exchanger (Transition Tube) Installation
Step 8.3 – Burner Installation
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Description Part Number
Transition Tube 03051101
Spring Hook 91903300
Tube/Reflector Hanger 03090100
Description Part Number
Bolt 94273914
Lock Washer 96411600
Gasket 02568200
Burner 090XXXXX
WARNING
Bolts must be torqued to 120 in/lbs as shown below to secure
burner tube to burner
Burner tube will separate from burner if not torqued properly
Locate first hangers no more than 4" (10cm) from the burner
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, injury or
property damage

Bolt
Flat
Washer
ut
Tube Clamp
Step 8.4 – Tube Clamp Package Installation
SECTION 8: HEATER INSTALLATION
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Description Part Number
Tube Clamp 01396801
Bolt 97113940
Flat Washer 95211600
Nut 92113900
Step 8.5 –Turbulator Installation
T
w
i
s
t
Pull String
Tab
Fold tab around outside
of tube to hold turbulator
in place.
Turbulator
2.5' Section
Turbulator
Adaptor
Description Part Number
Turbulator Section 1 03051503
Turbulator Section 2 03051504
Heat Exchanger Tube 91409XXX

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Step 8.6.2 – Coupling and Heat Exchanger Tube Assembly (Continued)
Incorrect Slidebar
position
Correct Slidebar
dimensions
± 2" (5 cm)
Drive Slidebar until tight.
End of Slidebar should be
within tolerance listed below.
• Repeat steps 8.6.1 A-D, page 16 until all tubes are assembled,
see Step 8.6.3 on page 17 .
WARNING
Tighten slidebar as shown below
Tubes will fall down if slidebar is incorrect
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
injury or property damage
Heat
Exchanger
Tube
Heat Exchanger
Tube
Orient coupling so that
the impact block is in the
2:00 or 10:00 oclock
positions
Closed
Open
Tab
Coupling
Heat Exchanger
Tube
Slidebar
Step 8.6.1 – Coupling and Heat Exchanger Tube Assembly
Description Part Number
Coupling & Lock Assy. 01312700
Coupling 01329600
Slidebar 01329700
Heat Exchanger Tube 91409XXX
AB
CD
Close coupling
with tab Start slidebar onto coupling
Insert Heat Exchanger Tubes
into coupling Tighten coupling to join Heat Exchanger Tubes
3" (8 cm) to
4" (10 cm)
Slidebar
Coupling
Wide end

Burner
Hanger
Burner Tube
Reflector
Step 8.7.1 – Reflector Installation
SECTION 8: HEATER INSTALLATION
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Description Part Number
Burner 090XXXXX
Hanger 03090100
Transition Tube 03051101
Reflector 027503XX
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Reflectors must be installed over tubes
Operating heater without reflectors properly
installed over heat exchanger tubing is a serious
fire hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, injury or property damage
10' Typ. ± 1'
(254 cm Typ ± 25 cm)
7' 6" ± 1'
(229 cm ± 25 cm)
Step 8.6.3 – Coupling and Heat Exchanger Tube Assembly (Continued)
Heat Exchanger
Tubing Length Per Side
Model Minimum Maximum*
TF-120 20' (6 m) 20' (6 m)
TF-160 20' (6 m) 30' (6 m)
TF-200 30' (9 m) 40' (12 m)
TF-250 40' (12 m) 50' (15 m)
TF-300 50'(15 m) 60' (18 m)
TF-350 50' (15 m) 70' (21 m)
TF-380 60' (18 m) 80' (24 m)
* See recommended venting lengths, Page
28, Section 10, 10.1 when using maximum
Heat Exchanger Tube lengths.

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Reflector
End Cap
U-Clips
Reflector
Wire Form
Tube
U-Clip
(2 clips per
alternate overlap
per side)
Reflector Support
Strap
Sheet Metal
Screw
Step 8.7.2 – Reflector Installation
FIGURE 12 – Reflector Overlap Detail
18
Description Part Number
Reflector Support Package 03050010
U-Clip Package 91107720
Reflector End Cap 027508XX
Install
U-Clips o U-Clips Install U-Clips o U-Clips
7" (18 cm)
Minimum 7" (18 cm) Minimum 7" (18 cm) Minimum 7" (18 cm) Minimum
4" (10 cm)
Maximum
Install one reflector
support per reflector
as needed.
Tight
screws
Loose screws
loosened 1/16" (2 mm)
to allow slippage.
Reflectors must be installed
as shown in this Figure.
Tight
screws
Loose
screws