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2-506.14

INSTALLATION - ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

All wiring must be done in accordance with the National Electric 

Code, latest edition, (NFPA No. 70). Canadian electrical code 

C22.1 applies in Canada. All internal wiring has been completed 

at the factory. Provide electric service from a fused disconnect 

switch to the power terminal block in the power junction box 

on the unit heater. Wiring must be Type TW insulation for 60°C 

(140°F) or better for Models VE50 thru VE250. Use type THW 

insulation for 75°C (167°F) for Models VE and PTE 300, 400 

500. Appliance wiring diagrams are located inside the power 

junction box cover.
Make connections strictly in accordance with wiring 

diagram furnished with unit. Any wiring differing from this 

diagram may be hazardous to persons and property.
Any damage to, or failure of Modine units caused by 

incorrect wiring of the units is not covered by Modine’s 

standard warranty.
The location of a remote thermostat should be determined 

by the heating requirements and mounted on an inside wall 

approximately 5 feet above the floor. It must not be located 

where it would be affected by direct heat from the unit or other 

sources, or drafts from frequently opened doors or windows. 

See instructions packed with thermostat. The unit may also be 

controlled by a remote, manual on-off switch. 
Control wiring should be No. 14 AWG (American Wire Gauge.)
Total line amperes in Table 8.1 includes fan motor and element 

current. (FLA). Refer to Table 6.3 for motor current draw.
All 480 volt, three-phase units have built-in transformers and 

fuses to stepdown voltage and protect motor and control circuit.
Fuse blocks with fuses are factory-installed on all 480 volt,  

3-phase units to protect motor control and motor transformer.
All contactor coils are rated at 208-240 volts.
Models VE and PTE 300,400, 500 with 480 volt, 3-phase power 

supply are wired for two-stage control as standard equipment 

and have two contactors.

Figure 7.1 - Power junction box, Models VE50 thru VE250

POWER

TERMINAL

BLOCK

CONTROL

TERMINAL BLOCK

GROUND

LUG

CONTACTOR

Figure 7.2 - Transformer and Fuse Box

TRANSFORMER

FUSE  

BLOCK

W/FUSES

WARNING

1.  Disconnect power supply before making wiring 

connections to prevent electrical shock and equipment 

damage.

2.  All appliances must be wired strictly in accordance with 

wiring diagram furnished with the appliance. Any wiring 

different from the wiring diagram could result in a hazard  

to persons and property.

3.  Ensure that the supply voltage to the appliance, as 

indicated on the serial plate, is not 5% greater than rated 

voltage.

CAUTION

1.  Ensure that the supply voltage to the appliance, as 

indicated on the serial plate, is not 5% less than the rated 

voltage.

Wiring

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Summary of Contents for PTE

Page 1: ...at installer s risk For replacement parts submit the unit heater model number power code control code and serial number shown on the rating plate attached to the unit Do not remove outlet fan guard from vertical electric unit heaters except to service the unit Contents General Information 1 Installation Special Precautions Important Instructions 2 Unit Locations 3 Ceiling Suspension 4 5 Wall Mount...

Page 2: ...pany Refer to the rating plate on the appliance for complete appliance model number serial number and company address Any substitution of parts or controls not approved by the factory will be at the owner s risk 5 Do not operate any heater if it malfunctions Disconnect power at service panel and have heater inspected by a qualified installation and service agency CAUTION 1 All literature shipped w...

Page 3: ...above which the unit will not deliver heated air to the floor The maximum mounting heights must not be exceeded in order to assure maximum comfort WITH CONE JET WITHOUT DEFLECTOR S H S S H H T T H H S H WITH LOUVERS WITH TRUNCONE Figure 3 3 Vertical Delivery Heat Spread Throw Unit Mounting CAUTION 1 Do not install VE type unit heaters closer than 18 inches from ceiling and 24 inches horizontally f...

Page 4: ...capscrews to facilitate threaded pipe suspension Two kits are required to pipe mount a vertical unit Kit is not available on 480 volt models VE50 thru VE250 with transformer junction box INSTALLATION Figure 4 4 Ceiling mounted Model PTE Figure 4 1 Vertical Model VE with Cone Jet Accessory Installed ANGLE BRACKET FASTENING Figure 4 2 Horizontal Delivery with Louver Deflectors Models PTE300 PTE400 P...

Page 5: ... bracket saves installation time has a built in wall clearance and provides an inexpensive and convenient wall mounting method The one point suspension shown above permits swiveling the unit 180 degrees horizontally for most effective air direction Refer to separate bulletin included in the kit for bracket assembly and installation Refer to Figure 4 2 for maximum mounting heights Minimum mounting ...

Page 6: ...EARANCES AT LEAST 18 FROM CEILING AND 24 HORIZONTALLY FROM NEAREST ENCLOSURE 7 8 DIA FOR CONTROL WIRING 4 MTG HOLES 1 2 13 N C TAP Figure 6 2 Outline Dimensions PTE Models 12 18 24 24 MIN CEILING WALL 5 18 MIN 6 25 3 8 34 7 8 20 5 8 8 5 8 5 3 4 7 8 OPENING FOR CONTROL WIRING HANGER BRACKET 4 PROVIDED 4 MTG HOLES FRONT AND REAR 5 8 DIA 1 3 8 OPENING FOR POWER SUPPLY Table 6 3 Motor Specifications T...

Page 7: ...t The unit may also be controlled by a remote manual on off switch Control wiring should be No 14 AWG American Wire Gauge Total line amperes in Table 8 1 includes fan motor and element current FLA Refer to Table 6 3 for motor current draw All 480 volt three phase units have built in transformers and fuses to stepdown voltage and protect motor and control circuit Fuse blocks with fuses are factory ...

Page 8: ...so provide closer temperature control Models VE and PTE 300 400 500 cannot operate in two stages with this control and a low voltage thermostat but will respond with full operation of all elements OVERHEAT CONTROL ELEMENT CONNECTION Model Volume VE50 thru 100 3 029 cm3 VE150 thru 250 2 883 cm3 VE PTE300 thru 500 9 570 cm3 JUNCTION BOX POWER SUPPLY OPENING THERMOSTAT WIRING OPENING Table 8 2 Power ...

Page 9: ... switch will permit the motor to continue operation and cool the heater while power to the elements is interrupted This overheat control should operate only when something is seriously wrong with the unit When this control operates correct the difficulty immediately or serious and permanent damage may result The motor for the circulating air fan has internal thermal overload protection If for any ...

Page 10: ...not have oil fitting These are lubricated for long life and do not require further lubrication 6 Routine cleaning of the outer unit casing and protective screen is recommended to remove dirt grease or corrosive material that may damage finish Rusted or corroded spots on top or bottom casing should be sanded and repainted 7 Clean fan blades elements and inside casing with either a detergent solutio...

Page 11: ...ing and connections check continuity through control Replace if necessary 2 Summer winter switch in 2 Change switch position summer position 3 Defective or incorrect wiring 3 Check all wiring and connections See diagram inside junction box 4 Blown element fuses 4 Replace element fuses Elements heat but fan 1 Fan motor failure 1 a Check for loose electrical connections does not operate Check wiring...

Page 12: ...D IN HIGH HUMIDITY APPLICATIONS AND UTILIZING STAINLESS STEEL HEAT EXCHANGERS BUYER S REMEDY FOR BREACH AS LIMITED HEREIN SHALL BE LIMITED TO TEN YEARS FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM SELLER These warranties are issued only to the original owner user and cannot be transferred or assigned No provision is made in these warranties for any labor allowance or field labor participation Seller will not honor ...

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