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SECTION 2: INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITY
The installer is responsible for the following:
• To install the heater, as well as the gas and elec-
trical supplies, in accordance with applicable
specifications and codes. Roberts-Gordon recom-
mends the installer contact a local building
inspector or Fire Marshal for guidance.
• To use the information given in a layout drawing
and in the manual together with the cited codes
and regulations to perform the installation.
• To install the heater in accordance with the
Clearances to Combustibles.
• To furnish all needed materials not furnished as
standard equipment.
• To plan location of supports.
• To provide access to burners for servicing on all
sides for burner removal.
• To provide the owner with a copy of this installa-
tion, operation and service manual.
• To never use heater as support for a ladder or
other access equipment and never hang or
suspend anything from heater.
• To ensure there is adequate air circulation around
the heater and to supply air for combustion, venti-
lation and distribution in accordance with local
codes.
• To safely and adequately install heater using
materials with a minimal working load of 75 lbs
(33 kg).
2.1 Wall Tag
A laminated wall tag is available for the heater as a
permanent reminder of the safety instructions and
the importance of the required clearances to
combustibles. Please contact Roberts-Gordon or
your ROBERTS GORDON
®
independent distributor
to obtain the wall tag. Affix the tag by peeling off the
backing of the adhesive strips on the rear surface
and position the tag on a wall near the heater (e.g.
thermostat or ROBERTS GORDON
®
BZC
Controller).
A copy of the wall tag (P/N 91037912) is illustrated on
the back cover. For an immediate solution, you may
affix this copy on the wall near the heater.
Know your model number and installed configuration.
Model number and installed configuration are found
on the burner and in the Installation, Operation and
Service Manual.
See Page 3, Figure 1
through Page
6, Figure 10
. Write the proper clearance dimensions
in permanent ink according to your model number
and configuration in the open spaces on the tag.
2.2 Corrosive Chemicals
Roberts-Gordon cannot be responsible for ensuring
that all appropriate safety measures are undertaken
prior to installation; this is entirely the responsibility of
the installer. It is essential that the contractor, the
sub-contractor, or the owner identifies the presence
of combustible materials, corrosive chemicals or
halogenated hydrocarbons* anywhere in the
premises.
* Halogenated Hydrocarbons
are a family of chemical com-
pounds characterized by the presence of halogen elements (flu-
orine, chlorine, bromine, etc.). These compounds are frequently
used in refrigerants, cleaning agents, solvents, etc. If these
compounds enter the air supply of the burner, the life span of the
heater components will be greatly reduced. An outside air sup-
ply must be provided to the burners whenever the presence of
these compounds is suspected. Warranty will be invalid if the
heater is exposed to halogenated hydrocarbons.
2.3 National Standards and Applicable Codes
All appliances must be installed in accordance with
the latest revision of the applicable standards and
national codes. This refers also to the electric, gas
and venting installation. Note: Additional standards
for installations in Public Garages, Aircraft Hangars,
etc. may be applicable.
C
AUTION
Do
not
use
heater
in
an
area
containing
corrosive
chemicals.
Avoid
the
use
of
corrosive
chemicals
to
ensure
a
longer
life
of
the
burner,
tubing
and
other
parts.
Failure
to
follow
these
instructions
can
result
in
property
damage.