Fastrax Hellfire 900, Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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C.1 Important Notices
To ensure trouble free operation during the winter months, inspect
the system annually at the start of the season.
WARNING
WARNING. All persons employed in handling propane
or natural gas shall be trained in proper handling and
operating procedures, as required by local authorities
having jurisdiction.
Gas leaks shall be repaired immediately or, gas supply
valve closed until repairs can be made.
All work performed on railway property must be
carried out in accordance with local railway authorities
instructions.
CAUTION
CAUTION.
Do not operate this machine until it has
been installed and commissioned according to
requirements specified in the installation section of this
manual.
NOTE: Perform inspection and operations in accordance with
the instructions provided in the service section of this
manual.
NOTE: This inspection guide assumes that all applicable service
bulletins have been implemented on the heater being
inspected.
NOTE: The outcome of any inspection items that differ from that
expected indicates further service is required.
C.2 Prior to Heater Start-Up
Table 2 – Heater Inspection List
Inspect Action
Condition of all ducting, particularly any
flex ducts
Repair or replace damaged ductwork.
Inside of all tie duct and cross ducts Remove any blockages, such as debris and mud.
Track duct vents
Close vents that do not direct air at tie plates or rods.
Set vent openings to 1/8” - 1/4” maximum.
Track duct mounting
Verify track ducts do not interfere with normal movement of the switch points and do not interfere
with the signal system.
Flame rod and spark igniter
Remove and visually inspect for cracks in the ceramic, and evidence of soot. Replace any with
cracked ceramic.
If evidence of soot is found, clean rod and investigate condition of burner, gas manifold, and
inspect tie duct, cross ducts and air intake for blockage.
Flame rod and ignition wires
Inspect boot for degradation, cracks and poor seals. Replace if necessary.
Inspect connectors for signs of corrosion. Clean connections, or replace wire if necessary.
Combustion chamber Verify it is clear of any obstructions or debris, ie. animal nests.
Cycling and high limit thermostat
installation
Verify thermostats are fastened and are in full contact with duct surface.
Replace any with damaged wire insulation.
Verify thermostat enclosure is sealed and dry inside.
Service surge protection Verify electric service has functioning surge protection.
Air switch port and vent Remove any obstruction.
Gas regulator vents Remove any obstruction.
Flame Safety Relay Verify it is installed and is in standby mode with ‘POWER’ LED blinking, and ‘ALARM’ LED off.
Gas source
Verify propane tank is filled, or natural gas service is open and has pressure.
Open all manual gas shut off valves and inspect all gas lines for leaks.
Electrical service Verify electric service power is on. Close supply circuit breakers.
Flame Safety Relay Burner Control fault
histories
Using Honeywell display module S7800A1001 (Part number 9040-0021). Review and record the
last 6 stored fault history error codes. See Honeywell manual for description of faults.
H1 Code
Hour Cycle
H2 Code Hour Cycle
H3 Code Hour Cycle
H4 Code Hour Cycle
H5 Code Hour Cycle
H6 Code Hour Cycle