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High Efficiency - High Intensity
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LAYOUT RECOMMENDATIONS
Layout Considerations
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Because high intensity heaters are un-vented, verify local codes for guidance on air supply and dilution air.
Also see section on Ventilation.
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Check local codes for mounting requirements and the requirement for flexible gas connectors or rigid
mounting.
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Do not locate heaters near windy locations such as door openings.
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Do not locate heaters in very dusty environments
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Avoid placing heaters below sprinkler heads or provide more than adequate clearance.
Spot Heating
High intensity heaters are ideal for spot heating applications. The following are key considerations to the success
of the application:
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Minimize any wind in order to maximize the effect of the radiant heat.
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Placing two smaller heaters opposing each other will be more comfortable than placing one large heater.
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Hang the heaters back and at an oblique angle (rather than directly overhead) in order to maximize the
exposure of the peoples' bodies to radiant heat.
The following charts are intended for guidance only. Specific applications may require other parameters.
HEATER INPUT RATE
btu/hr
MOUNTING ANGLE
0 - 10° ANGLE
30° ANGLE
FEET
METERS
FEET
METERS
20,000
10 - 15
3 - 4.6
9 - 13
2.7 - 4
40,000
12 - 19
3.7 - 5.9
11 - 17
3.4 - 5.2
60,000
14 - 22
4.3 - 6.7
13 - 19
4 - 5.9
90,000
15 - 24
4.6 - 7.3
14 - 22
4.3 - 6.7
120,000
17 - 29
5.2 - 8.8
16 - 25
4.9 - 7.6
Suggested Minimum Mounting Heights
