AG2
Series
7
2.0
Safety
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Standards, Certifications and Government Regulations
Standards, Certifications and Government Regulations
Installation of this tube heater must comply with all applicable local, provicial and national specifications,
regulations and building codes. Contact the local building inspector and/or fire marshall for guidance.
In the absence of local codes, the installation must conform to the latest edition of CAN/CGA B149.1
Canadian Electrical Code C22.1
Building Type
Public Garages:
This heater must be installed in accordance with the latest edition of CAN/CGA B149.1.
• Heaters must not be installed less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) above the floor. Minimum clearances to
combustibles must be maintained from vehicles parked below the heater.
• When installed over hoists, minimum clearances to combustibles must be maintained from the upper
most point of objects on the hoist.
Aircraft Hangars:
This heater must be installed in accordance with the latest edition of CAN/CGA B149.1.
• In areas adjoining the aircraft storage area (e.g., shops, offices) the bottom of heaters shall be
installed no less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) above the floor.
• Suspended or elevated heaters shall be located in spaces where they shall not be subject to damage
by aircraft, cranes, movable scaffolding or other objects.
Provisions shall be made to assure accessibility to suspended tube heaters for recurrent maintenance
purposes.
Building Location
High Altitude:
Installation of this tube heater is approved, without modifications, for elevations up to 6,000 feet (1,829 m)
MSL (sea level). Contact the factory for installations above these elevations.
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.
Non-Standard BTU Gas:
Unless otherwise noted on the rating plate, this infrared heater is designed and orificed to operate on
standard BTU gas. Contact the factory if utilizing non-standard BTU gas.
Building Aspect
Electrical:
The tube heater must be electrically grounded in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code
CSA C22.1 Part 1 (latest edition).
Venting:
Venting must be installed in accordance with the requirements within this manual and to
CAN/CGA B149.1 Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances.
