Oval 80
v.2
and Sentinel
v.2
Radiant Tube Heaters
Owner’s Manual • Oval 80
v.2
and Sentinel
v.2
17
Shut-Down Instructions
If the heater is to be shut down for cleaning, mainte-
nance or repair, follow steps 1 - 4. Otherwise, set the
thermostat to off or no heat for standard shut down.
1. Close all manual fuel supply valves.
2. With the heater lit, allow heater to burn off excess
fuel in gas supply hose.
3. Turn thermostat to off or no heat position.
4. Disconnect the heater from the electrical supply
Cleaning Instructions
1. Before cleaning, close the fuel supply valve to the
heater and disconnect the electrical supply. Allow
heater to cool.
2. The heater should have dirt or dust removed
periodically:
a.
After
each
fl
ock or between building re-popula-
tion, give the heater a general cleaning using
pressurized air or a soft brush on its burner box,
re
fl
ectors, and tubes.
b. At least once a year, give the heater a thorough
cleaning. At this time, open the burner box and
brush or blow off control components, and fan
motor assembly. Ensure the burner air inlet
venturi ports and the throat of the casting are
free of dust accumulation.
c. When washing with water, do not spray water
into the burner box or the tubes. Observe and
obey the Warning within these Cleaning Instruc-
tions. This same Warning is supplied on the
heater.
WARNING
Fire, Burn and Explosion Hazard
■
This heater contains electrical and mechanical
components in the gas management, safety and
air
fl
ow systems.
■
Such components may become inoperative or
fail due to dust, dirt, wear, aging, or the corrosive
atmosphere of an animal con
fi
nement building.
■
Periodic cleaning and inspection as well as
proper maintenance are essential to avoid seri-
ous injury or property damage.
WARNING
This heater may be washed only on its external
areas provided:
■
The burner box is disconnected from the electri-
cal supply.
■
The burner box access panel is closed and
securely latched.
■
Water spray nozzle shall not discharge within 6
feet of the burner box and its tubes.
■
The water pressure does not exceed 45 PSIG
for 10 seconds on each side of burner box.
■
The burner box is not reconnected to electrical
supply for a minimum of 1 hour or until the it is
thoroughly dry.
Improper cleaning can cause severe personal
injury or property damage due to water and/or
cleaning solution:
■
In electrical components, connections and wires
within the burner box causing electrical shock or
component failure.
■
On gas control components causing corrosion
which can result in gas leaks and
fi
re or explo-
sion from the leak.
Clean internal components of the burner box with a
soft, dry brush or cloth, or compressed air.
