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The ACS Series heater is a gas-fired radiant brooder. This manual provides specific information related 
to the ACS Series models. All persons involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of the 
heater system must read and understand the information in this manual.

   DANGER

WARNING

!

!

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause 
property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operation and maintenance 
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. 

This heater 

must

 be installed and serviced by trained gas installation and service 

personnel only.  Failure to comply could result in personal injury, asphyxiation, death, 
fire or property damage. 

Do not

 store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of 

this or any other appliance.

Do not use this heater in indoor living or sleeping quarters!

  Installation of a 

commercial brooder in residential indoor spaces may result in property damage, 
serious injury, asphyxiation or death.  

LIOACS-Rev. 01917

Print: LIOACS-2M-09/17_r1-01/18 (CDS)

Replaces: 

INSTALLER: Present this manual to the end user.

Keep these instructions in a clean and dry place for future reference.

Model#:

 ___________________

Serial #:

 _________________________

(located on rating label)

If you smell gas:

1.  Open windows. Do not touch electrical switches.
2. Extinguish any flame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or fire 

department.

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ACS Series 

Manual

Detroit Radiant Products Co. 

Installation, Operation 

Maintenance and Parts

Summary of Contents for ACS-40N-120V

Page 1: ...h fire or property damage Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not use this heater in indoor living or sleeping quarters...

Page 2: ...nstructions 9 Installation Considerations and Pre checks 14 Recommended Mounting Heights 15 Heater Suspension 16 Gas Supply Installation Instructions 18 Leak Testing 22 Electrical Requirements and Wir...

Page 3: ...verify that the heater s gas type and voltage as listed on the rating plate match that of your application Also verify that you have received all heater components included with your unit Refer to pa...

Page 4: ...eight Recommended Mounting Height Gas Connection Manifold Pressure Inches W C Gas Orifice Size Primary Voltage Unit Total Amps Inlet Pressure Inches W C ACS 40P 120V Propane 40 000 35 18 27 lbs 5 to 6...

Page 5: ...bin e des taux naturel et ventilation m canique d au moins 1 4 SCFM pied cube standard par minute par oiseau 1 Turn on the gas and electrical supply 2 Set the controller to call for heat 3 Ignition sh...

Page 6: ...Read and understand the installation operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment Only trained qualified gas installation and service personnel may...

Page 7: ...her matter can become airborne clogging openings and dulling surfaces adversely affecting brooder operation and performance Refer to Routine Maintenance Inspection on page 29 Every brooder should be l...

Page 8: ...to properly service the heater When installing the brooder clearances to combustible for the model heater must be maintained Refer to Chart 2 1 to determine the required distances for your model Char...

Page 9: ...3 1 4 Attach eye bolt to the hanger with 1 4 20 keps nuts 1 4 washers and 1 4 20 wing nut provided 5 Place emitter cone assembly on a table with the emitter mounting studs facing upward and place refl...

Page 10: ...ing the manifold bracket and two 2 10 32 x 1 4 screws from the hardware kit Once the manifold bracket is flush against the manifold tube at the bottom of the gas valve tighten the bracket to the heat...

Page 11: ...the brooder to its upright position and attach the hanger to the control box assembly by using two 2 8 32 X 3 8 screws from the hardware kit and attach to the available slots on the hanger and heat s...

Page 12: ...kit Secure the high voltage wire to the electrode terminal see Figure 3 6 Figure 3 6 Electrode Assembly Electrode Bracket secure to burner using 1 4 sheet metal screws Electrode Terminal 2 0 Safety B...

Page 13: ...r installation 17 Use the three 3 wire ties to hold the electrode ignition control cable in place on the manifold tube Space out wire ties evenly along manifold tube Figure 3 7 Final Brooder Assembly...

Page 14: ...atmospheres will accelerate heater corrosion and reduce useful life Do not install the heater in locations where water in the form of rain drips or spray could fall onto the gas ignition components A...

Page 15: ...rances to Combustibles must always be maintained Chart 3 1 Recommended Mounting Heights and Coverages Figure 3 8 Application Guidelines Model No Input BTU h Typical or recommended Mounting Height ft A...

Page 16: ...T USE ROPE Size the winch and cable so that it is capable of handling the total weight of all brooders and gas piping involved NOTE Connect a safety chain to each brooder and anchor it to the house st...

Page 17: ...Weights ACS Series 17 3 0 Installation Heater Suspension Safety chain or cable attached to house ceiling structure provide 2 to 6 of slack IMPORTANT Ensure control box side is approximately 1 2 13 mm...

Page 18: ...ow movement of the brooders for cleaning etc Check with the authorities having jurisdiction and or local codes prior to choosing an individual gas connection method 5 Connection to a new installation...

Page 19: ...rely Flexible gas hoses must be installed without any twists or kinks in them DO NOT allow the hose to touch any area of the brooder reflector canopy during operation Failure to do so may result in de...

Page 20: ...re Inches W C Min Inlet Pressure Inches W C Max Inlet Pressure Inches W C Gas Consumption CFH Gallons per hour Orifice Size Number of Orifices ACS 40 P 10 0 11 0 14 0 16 0 0 44 1 9 mm 1 Model Manifold...

Page 21: ...djacent the unit for emergency shutoff and easy servicing of controls A 1 8 NPT plugged tap that is accessible for a test gauge connections is also recommended as illustrated in Figure 3 12 A sediment...

Page 22: ...he gas valve from the pressure NOTE All factory installed gas connections have passed an approved leak test For leak testing on pressures above PSI When leak testing with pressures above PSI 14 inches...

Page 23: ...2 transformer to the control wires Use thermostat type wire that has an adequate capacity and temperature rating for the total load Consult to the NEC 90 Standard for sizing wire gauge to load NOTICE...

Page 24: ...aced with copper wiring material having a rating of at least 600V 105 C Figure 3 13 120V Internal Wiring Diagram Figure 3 14 24V Internal Wiring Diagram GAS VALVE Y W L2 TOGGLE SWITCH L1 BK BK BK GY G...

Page 25: ...rticular features Refer to the controller thermostat specifications for details Each ACS Series heater requires a single stage thermostat rated for 24VAC or 120VAC to operate The typical thermostat te...

Page 26: ...ss II Volt Ampere for 24 VAC Brooders Figure 3 16 120V Field Wiring Diagram N N ACS Series 26 3 0 Installation Thermostat Connection Thermostat Location Quantity of Brooders 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22...

Page 27: ...ACS Series 27 This page intentionally left blank 3 0 Installation...

Page 28: ...pletely for five 5 minutes before attempting to relight 6 If the controller thermostat is still calling for heat after five 5 minutes the control will automatically reset and attempt to ignite the bur...

Page 29: ...burner and orifices need to be disassembled and cleaned see Figure 5 1 Figure 5 1 Burner Orifice Disassembly and Cleaning 1 Release the main burner orifice fitting and pan from the burner by removing...

Page 30: ...ntegrity 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 service personnel Clearan...

Page 31: ...in incorrectly placed The thermostat is out of calibration Conduct heat loss and add brooders or other source of heat as necessary Reposition as necessary for proper operation NOTE The sensing bulb sh...

Page 32: ...ntenance Heater Components and Parts List ACS Series Parts Listing Figure 5 2 Heater Assembly Components 151 152 188 111 145 189 179 190A 140 141 142 143 170A 153 150 155 147N 147P 120A 110 114 144 14...

Page 33: ...l Screw BP 145 Manifold Bracket 8 32 X 3 8 Hex Head Ground Screw BP 147N Gas Orfice Natural 8 32 X 3 8 Round Head Screw BP 147P Gas Orifice Propane 8 32 Keps Nut BP 150 Electrode 10 32 X 1 4 Hex Head...

Page 34: ...formation and illustrate the products in this literature accurately however such information and illustrations are for the sole purpose of identification and do not express or imply a warranty that th...

Page 35: ...ACS Series 35 Notes 5 0 Maintenance Notes...

Page 36: ...tion operation and maintenance of the heater system must read and understand the information in this manual DANGER WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause...

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