Superior Radiant UA Series User manual

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Series UA/UX/UXR Infrared Heater
Installation, Operation and Service Instructions
Installer
Read and thoroughly understand these Instructions before attempting any installation.
Owner
Retain this Manual for reference.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, death or property
damage. Read the installation, operation and service instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing
this equipment.
563 Barton Street, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5S1
www.superiorradiant.com
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows
2. Don’t touch electrical switches
3. Extinguish any open flame
4. 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.
Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz:
1. Ouvrez les fenetres
2. Ne touchez pas aux interupteurs
electriques
3. Eteignez tout flamme nue
4. Contactez immediatment votre
fournisseur de gaz
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE
Il est interdit d‘utiliser des liquides
inflammables ou degageant des vapeurs
inflammables, a proximites de tout appareil
fonctionnent au gaz.
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE

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CAUTION: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Maintain clearance to combustible constructions as further specified in this manual. Failure
to do so could result in a serious fire hazard. Heaters should not be located in hazardous
atmospheres containing flammable vapors or combustible dusts. Signs should be provided in
storage areas specifying maximum safe stacking height.
CAUTION: MECHANICAL HAZARD
This equipment expands and contracts with each operating cycle. The gas connection,
suspension hardware and the installation itself must safely allow this movement. Failure to
do so could result in serious fire or explosion hazard.
CAUTION: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
This heater is equipped with an automatic ignition device. Do not attempt to light the burner
by hand. Failure to comply could result in a serious fire and personal injury hazard.
CAUTION: MECHANICAL HAZARD
Do not use high pressure (above 1/2 psi) to test the gas supply system with the burners
connected. Failure to do so could result in damage to the burner and its control components
requiring replacement.
CAUTION: SERVICE LIFE RISK
Do not install equipment in atmospheres containing halogenated hydrocarbons or other
corrosive chemicals. Failure to do so may lead to premature equipment failure and
invalidation of the warranty. Additionally, it is recommended that the equipment be installed
with a slope downward and away from the burner of ¼" in 10' to allow start-up condensate
drainage.

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Table of Content
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
INSTALLATION CODES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
General Installation and Gas Codes ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Aircraft Hangar Installation .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Public Garage Installation..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Parking Structures................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Gas Supply Lines ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Electrical ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Venting ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
GAS SUPPLY .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Inlet Pressure ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Manifold Pressure................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Inlet Connection.................................................................................................................................................................... 6
ELECTRIC SUPPLY............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
FLUE AND OUTSIDE AIR CONNECTION ................................................................................................................................................ 6
DIMENSIONAL CHARTS .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
CONFIGURATIONS.................................................................................................................................................................. 8
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES ............................................................................................................................................. 9
INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................................................................... 11
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE............................................................................................................................................................... 11
VENTING / COMBUSTION AIR DUCTING............................................................................................................................... 25
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 25
UN-VENTED OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................... 25
VENTED OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Horizontal Venting.............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Vertical Venting .................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Common Vertical Venting................................................................................................................................................... 26
Common Horizontal Venting............................................................................................................................................... 27
COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY (OPTIONAL)............................................................................................................................................. 28
OUTDOOR INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................................... 29
GAS PIPING .......................................................................................................................................................................... 30
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 30
ELECTRICAL WIRING ............................................................................................................................................................. 31
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 31
UXR MODELS ONLY ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
BURNER OPERATION............................................................................................................................................................ 33
STARTING SEQUENCE OF OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 33
MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................................ 33
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................................................. 34
BLOWER MOTOR FAILS TO RUN ...................................................................................................................................................... 34
NO GAS SUPPLY........................................................................................................................................................................... 34
BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT.............................................................................................................................................................. 34
BURNER DOES NOT STAY LIT .......................................................................................................................................................... 34
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ............................................................................................................................................................ 35
REPLACEMENT PARTS .......................................................................................................................................................... 36
WARRANTY.......................................................................................................................................................................... 37

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Important
These instructions, the layout drawing, local codes and ordinances, and applicable standards such as
apply to gas piping and electrical wiring comprise the basic information needed to complete the
installation, and must be thoroughly understood along with general building codes before proceeding.
Only personnel who have been trained and understand all applicable codes should undertake the
installation. SRP Representatives are Factory Certified in the service and application of this
equipment and can be called on for helpful suggestions about installation.
Introduction
Superior Radiant Products is a company in the infrared heating industry founded on the principles of
product quality and customer commitment.
Quality commitments are evidenced by superior design, a regard for design detail and an upgrade of
materials wherever justifiable.
Customer commitment is apparent through our ready responses to market demands and a never ending
training and service support program for and through our distributor network.
Superior Radiant offers its 15 years of infrared expertise in a cost effective unitary heater design as
culmination of that commitment. Series UA/UX/UXR models are field assembled, low intensity infrared
heaters that are easy to install and maintain, and which were engineered with significant input from our
customers. They are designed to provide economical operation and trouble-free service for years to come.
Installation Codes
Installations must comply with local building codes, or in their absence, the latest edition of the national
regulations and procedures as listed below.
General Installation and Gas Codes
Heaters must be installed only for use with the type of gas appearing on the rating plate, and the
installation must conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the US and
CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2 Installation Codes in Canada.
This heater maybe approved for either indoor or outdoor installation. Not for use in residential dwellings,
refer to Rating plate.
Aircraft Hangar Installation
Installation in aircraft hangars must conform to the Standard for Aircraft Hangars, ANSI/NFPA 409 in the
US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2 Installation Codes in Canada.
Public Garage Installation
Installation in public garages must conform to the Standard for Parking Structures, NFPA-88A or
Standard for Repair Garages, NFPA 88B, in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2 Installation
Codes in Canada.
Parking Structures
Technical requirements are outlined in ANSI/NFPA 88B (USA)

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Introduction
Gas Supply Lines
Gas supply pipe sizing must be in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54
in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2 Installation Codes in Canada.
A 1/8" NPT plugged tap must be installed in the gas line connection immediately upstream of the burner
farthest from the gas supply meter to allow checking of system gas pressure.
Electrical
All heaters must be electrically grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
in the US, and the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C22.1 in Canada, and must comply with all local
requirements.
Venting
Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and
B149.2 Installation Codes in Canada for proper location, sizing and installation of vents as well as
information on clearance requirements when penetrating combustible walls for venting purposes.