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Model Number

(Length) - MBH

Mounting 

Angle*

Sides

Front

Behind

Top

Below

25,000 & 30,000 BTU/h MODELS

LS3 (10, 15) - 25 [N, P]

8    

(20)

8

(20)

4

(10)

36

(91)

LS3 (10, 15) - 30 [N, P]

45°

39   

(99)

8

(20)

10

(25)

36

(91)

   with 1 side shield

29   

(74)

8

(20)

4

(10)

36

(91)

   with 2 side shields

9    

(23)

9

(23)

4

(10)

36

(91)

40,000 BTU/h MODELS

LS3 (15, 20) - 40 [N, P]

15

(38)

15

(38)

6

(15)

45

(114)

45°

58

(147)

8

(20)

10

(25)

45

(114)

   with 1 side shield

42

(107)

8

(20)

6

(15)

45

(114)

   with 2 side shields

20

(151)

20

(51)

6

(15)

45

(114)

50,000 BTU/h MODELS

LS3 (15, 20, 30) - 50 [N, P]

11

(28)

11

(28)

6

(15)

48

(122)

45°

39

(99)

8

(20)

10

(25)

48

(122)

   with 1 side shield

29

(74)

8

(20)

6

(15)

48

(122)

   with 2 side shields

16

(41)

16

(41)

6

(15)

48

(122)

   20 ft. from burner

7

(18)

7

(18)

6

(15)

30

(76)

Chart 2.3 •

 Clearance to Combustibles in Inches (cm) 

(see Figure 2.1 for Mounting Angles)

* Heaters mounted on an angle between 0° to 45° must maintain clearances posted for 0° or 45°; whichever is 
greater.  

NOTE

: Use high BTU output when determining clearances. The minimum end clearance is 12 in.

Figure 2.1 

 Mounting Angles

0° Mounting Angle

45° Mounting Angle

0° Mounting Angle

with 1 Side Shield 

(P/N: SSE)

0° Mounting Angle

with 2 Side Shields 

(P/N: SSE)

Side

Side

Below

Top

Front

Behind

Below

Top

Front

Behind

Below

Top

Side

Side

Below

Top

WARNING

!

Failure to comply with the stated clearances to combustibles may result in 
in personal injury, property damage and/or death.

12

LS3 

Series

2.0

 Safety • 

Clearance to Combustibles

In locations used for the storage of combustible materials, signs must be posted to specify the maximum 
permissible stacking height to maintain the required clearances from the heater to the combustibles.  
Signs must either be posted adjacent to the heater’s thermostat or in a conspicuous location.

The stated clearance to combustibles represents a surface temperature of 90°F (32°C) above room 
temperature. Building materials with a low heat tolerance (such as plastics, vinyl siding, canvas, tri-ply, 
etc.) may be subject to degradation at lower temperatures. It is the installer’s responsibility to assure that 
adjacent materials are protected from degradation.

Summary of Contents for LS3 Series

Page 1: ...y or death Read the installation operating and maintence instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment AVERTISSEMENT Une installation un r glage une modification une r paration...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...figuration 21 Burner Control Box Suspension 23 Reflector Assembly 24 Final Heater Assembly 26 Venting 27 Optional Unvented Operation 34 Combustion Air Requirements 35 Separated Combustion Systems 36 C...

Page 4: ...Reference the last page for a list of the kit contents for your model heater Materials not included in the heater kit contents e g screws vent material terminals etc are the responsibility of the inst...

Page 5: ...13 0 85 lbs 10 to 15 Titan Alum No LS3 20 40 N or LP 40 000 21 10 N A 100 lbs 8 to 13 Titan Alum Yes LS3 20 50 N or LP 50 000 21 10 N A 100 lbs 9 to 15 Titan Alum No LS3 30 50 N or LP 50 000 31 7 17...

Page 6: ...2 side shields 0 45 0 0 38 10 147 32 106 68 50 80 38 10 20 32 20 32 50 80 15 24 25 40 15 24 15 24 114 30 114 30 114 30 114 30 LS3 LD3 15 20 40 MODEL NUMBER LENGTH MBH FRONT SIDE BEHIND TOP BELOW MOUNT...

Page 7: ...3 5 14 0 5 0 49 D M S 57 D M S ANSI Z83 20b 2011 CSA2 34B 2011 RADIANT TUBE HEATER C1 NATURAL AGA 7 89 RESIDENTIAL RADIANT TUBE HEATER 0 45 LS3 20 40N YYMMREPCSHIPPE 09 12 TP 26B INCH BC ALUMINIZED S...

Page 8: ...all or service this equipment Applications This is not an explosion proof heater No tube heater may be used in a Class 1 or Class 2 Explosive environment Consult your local Fire Marshall insurance car...

Page 9: ...from the upper most point of objects on the hoist Aircraft Hangars This heater must be installed in accordance with the latest edition of the Standard for Aircraft Hangars ANSI NFPA 409 In Canada ref...

Page 10: ...elines Building Location Installation of this tube heater is approved without modifications for elevations up to 6 000 feet 1 829 m MSL sea level in the United States Contact the factory for installat...

Page 11: ...les Clearance to combustibles is defined as the minimum distance you must have between the tube surface or reflector and the combustible item Considerations must also be made for moving objects around...

Page 12: ...rances The minimum end clearance is 12 in Figure 2 1 Mounting Angles 0 Mounting Angle 45 Mounting Angle 0 Mounting Angle with 1 Side Shield P N SSE 0 Mounting Angle with 2 Side Shields P N SSE Side Si...

Page 13: ...at loss been evaluated Does the design meet the needs of the space Have recommended mounting heights been observed Have all clearance to combustible situations been observed Is the supply burner end o...

Page 14: ...oduces an uneven heat distribution Four burners 100 000 BTU each are placed in each corner Burner hotter ends direct heat to areas of highest heat demand Recommended mounting heights have been observe...

Page 15: ...art is provided as a guideline Actual conditions may dictate variation from this data 3 0 Installation Recommended Mounting Heights Note Dimensions A B C are based upon heaters hung at the factory rec...

Page 16: ...and the 4 tube hanger should be 2 4 4 Mark locations for hanging points NOTE If the available hanging points do not allow for the recommended spacing then additional hangers P N TP 19B 4 or TP 1079 3...

Page 17: ...nt Suspension Point 17 LS3 Series Chart 3 2 Heater Mounting Requirements and Weights Refer to page 22 for U bend configuration dimensions Model Dimension Straight Configuration Suspension Points Contr...

Page 18: ...hat it is securely attached NOTE Threaded rod and turnbuckles may be used 8 Attach hangers to chains Adjust chain lengths until radiant tubing is level and equal weight distribution is achieved Chains...

Page 19: ...egree angle with two suspension points using two optional Brass Knuckle P N BK fittings 1 double loop chains and S hooks U Tubes can be mounted from a single suspension point using an optional Single...

Page 20: ...efer to Chart 3 6 for tube installation sequence 2 Slide tube clamps onto radiant tubes see figure 3 9 Figure 3 8 Attach Hangers Figure 3 9 Attach Tube Clamps Hanger Welded seam faces down Swaged End...

Page 21: ...NOTE If it is difficult to mate the tubes they may be installed incorrectly 4 Center tube clamps over the seam where two radiant tube sections connect If necessary rotate tube clamps so they will not...

Page 22: ...Chart 3 4 Overall Dimensions for Heaters Configured With U Bend Tube Length Dimension B Notes 10 ft N A N A 15 ft N A N A 20 ft 13 0 N A 30 ft 17 8 Requires P N LV3 5EA SUB Model BTU Range Dimension A...

Page 23: ...other type of suspension anchor to hanging point 3 Attach S hook and 1 double loop chain P N THCS to anchor Check that it is securely connected 4 Attach chain assemblies and S hooks to mounting brack...

Page 24: ...rt 3 6 NOTE Installer to supply sheet metal screws 4 Attach reflector end caps with polished finish inward to each end of the reflector run Secure with clips Reflectors and reflector accessories direc...

Page 25: ...red rays downward away from sidewalls and combustibles Protective Guard Used to prevent debris or objects from becoming lodged PG between the radiant tube and reflector Required when mounting heaters...

Page 26: ...r sufficient heater expansion and contraction 1 to 45 Mounting Angle 0 Mounting Angle Burner Control Box w 16 in Burner Tube Key Expansion Joint on Reflectors Secured Joint on Reflectors 4 to 3 Tapere...

Page 27: ...ets the National Fuel Gas Code Minimum thickness for connectors varies depending on the pipe diameter Never vent the LS3 Series with PVC or plastic pipe 3 0 Installation Venting Replacing Existing Equ...

Page 28: ...s clearance to combustibles The equivalent length for a 3 inch 90 elbow is 3 feet The equivalent length for a 4 inch 90 elbow is 5 feet Avoid using more than two 90 directional changes in the venting...

Page 29: ...diameter 4 inches greater than the vent pipe diameter must be used If there is 6 feet or more of vent pipe prior to passing through the combustible wall or floor then the metal thimble need only be 2...

Page 30: ...nting is venting at a non positive pressure An appliance vented as a Category I is considered a fan assisted appliance and the vent system does not have to be gas tight It is recommended that the vent...

Page 31: ...e vent run exceeds 75 of the vertical rise length e g If the vertical vent height is 10 feet the horizontal run is greater than 7 1 2 feet The vent terminates below 5 feet of the vent connection on th...

Page 32: ...ate a minimum of 7 feet above grade level The vent terminal must be installed to prevent blockage by snow and protect building materials from degradation by flue gasses The vent cap must be a minimum...

Page 33: ...ould be minimized Each elbow installed within the common portion of the vent carrying system reduces the maximum common vent capacity by 10 Refer to NFPA 54 IFEC tables 11 2 and 11 3 for capacity The...

Page 34: ...l supply line to the heaters enabling both to function simultaneously The minimum clearance between the air intake and the exhaust terminal is 4 ft NOTE When installing in a U tube configuration use e...

Page 35: ...es degreasers paints paint removers lubricants pesticides etc are present in the atmosphere High humidity Contaminants such as sawdust welding smoke etc Negative building pressure Unusually tight cons...

Page 36: ...onal changes elbows in the system Seal all joints with metallic tape or silicone sealant Wrap the tape two full turns around the vent pipe Slope air intake pipe inch per foot upward or downward away f...

Page 37: ...ed unless the sheer size of the building allows otherwise Contact the factory for further determination of air infiltration rates Figure 3 22 Outside Combustion Air Vertical Intake Side View Roof Exha...

Page 38: ...int removers lubricants pesticides etc are present in the atmosphere High humidity Contaminants such as sawdust welding smoke etc Negative building pressure Unusually tight construction where there is...

Page 39: ...aters gas inlet without the use of the flexible connector All piping must be installed in accordance with the requirements outlined in the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 latest edition or CSA B149...

Page 40: ...ly line at the lowest spot prior to the gas ball valve The trap length shall be at least three inches long Ideally the trap would be installed as close as possible to the shut off 2 Install manual shu...

Page 41: ...acted from the main pressure If the 0 3 inch W C pressure drop is too high refer to NFPA 54 or the Gas Engineer s Handbook for other gas pipe capacities 7 14 3 0 Installation Gas Supply Figure 3 25 Ga...

Page 42: ...14 inches W C 1 2 PSI Supply pressures greater than 14 W C can damage the controls resulting in personal injury property damage or death WARNING Testing for gas leaks with an open flame or other sour...

Page 43: ...arity must be observed when making field connections Internal Wiring Diagrams Before wiring this appliance check the existing wiring replace if necessary If any of the original wire supplied with the...

Page 44: ...liance When plugging in the heater make sure the supply cord is protected from damage and keep all cords away from the heater s surfaces and out of the clearance to combustible zones see page 9 When r...

Page 45: ...diagrams Figure 3 28 Multiple Heaters Single Thermostat Connection with External Relay Kit Thermostat Location The location of the thermostat should be determined by the desired heating requirements a...

Page 46: ...it is properly grounded as per the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical code CSA C22 1 Part 1 9 9 The unit is properly mounted to a permanent structure able to bear the weight...

Page 47: ...burner This heater cannot be lighted manually Do not try to light the burner by hand Verify minimum inlet gas supply pressure 7 Turn on all other gas appliances that are on the same supply line If th...

Page 48: ...Remove the manifold pressure tap plug on the gas control valve see Figure 3 29 3 Connect the pressure gauge tube and manometer 4 Turn on the gas valve with the switch located on the valve body 5 Turn...

Page 49: ...ssure tap plug on the gas control valve 15 Leak check the re installed pressure tap plug using a soap solution or equivalent method as described in ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Prior to leaving the Job Site Pr...

Page 50: ...n above 6 000 ft the input rate will have to be de rated to ensure proper operation The deration is achieved by a gas orifice change Contact the factory for installations above these elevations WARNIN...

Page 51: ...he lowest setting 3 Turn OFF all electrical power to the appliance 4 Turn manual shutoff clockwise to OFF 5 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas If you smell gas STOP Follow the safety information...

Page 52: ...reset by briefly interrupting the power source Shut Down When the thermostat is satisfied the fan will enter a two 2 minute post purge cycle WARNING This heater must be installed and serviced by trai...

Page 53: ...tart up Transformer fault Immediate Some LED codes have a time delay before the LED will flash Light 2 Indicates pressure switches are closed Light 1 Indicates valve is energized Operational Indicator...

Page 54: ...ve obstruction or correct vent lengths Replace wiring or hose connections No No No Yes Find source of electrical problem Is the igniter physically damaged No Yes Replace igniter No Check voltage at ig...

Page 55: ...ceeded There is not a negative pressure experienced at the area of intake e g high winds attic space tightly sealed building No Repair thermostat or thermostat wiring Yes Remove obstruction Is the dra...

Page 56: ...within 1 2 seconds No Does the burner stay on for approximately 8 10 seconds and then shut off No Yes Turn on gas supply line No Purge gas line No Check inlet pressure and limit switches Check circui...

Page 57: ...ttic space tightly sealed building Continued from page 53 The heater is equipped with two safety pressure switches The burner switch is a normally open switch and the exhaust switch is a normally clos...

Page 58: ...nection Inspect the integrity of the gas connection to the heater Check for leaks damage fatigue or corrosion Do not operate if repairs are necessary and turn off gas supply to the heater Contact serv...

Page 59: ...se Flame should extend directly outward from burner without floating or lifting Wiring Check electrical connections for tightness and or corrosion Check wires for damage Gas Connection Inspect the int...

Page 60: ...012 3011 204 3097 3044 3098A 3008 3002A 3099 76 212 1070A 5 3062 3063 826 3001B 3004 3014 3115 3003A 1325 851B 3252 31D 68B 3010 83 3380 3033G 3096 333 321 217 3093 70A 222 85 828 3094A 84 331 3023 70...

Page 61: ...Aluminum TP 3024 8 x 1 2 SMS Point Tip TP 106 Reflector End Cap Clips TP 3033G Power entry plate with hole for terminal strip Single Stage TP 112 5 Reflector Aluminum TP 3044 Manifold Pipe TP 113 Ref...

Page 62: ...t Radiant Heaters Limited has made a diligent effort to provide product information and illustrate the products in this literature accurately however such information and illustrations are for the sol...

Page 63: ...63 LS3 Series Notes 5 0 Maintenance...

Page 64: ...red Tube Heater is a positive pressure single stage radiant heater system This manual provides specific information related to the LS3 Series model All persons involved with the installation operation...

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