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Modine Manufacturing PTX - User Manual

Modine Manufacturing PTX
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THIS MANUAL IS THE PROPERTY OF THE OWNER.
PLEASE BE SURE TO LEAVE IT WITH THE OWNER WHEN YOU LEAVE THE JOB.
Inspection on Arrival
1. Inspect unit upon arrival. In case of damage, report it
immediately to transportation company and your local
Modine sales representative.
2.
Check rating plate on unit to verify that power supply meets
available electric power at the point of installation.
3. Inspect unit upon arrival for conformance with description of
product ordered (including specifications where applicable).
Table of Contents
Inspection on Arrival................................. 1
Special Precautions ................................. 2
SI (Metric) Conversion Factors ........................ 3
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unit Location ...................................... 4
Combustible Material and Service Clearances .......... 4
Unit Mounting .................................... 5
Installation ........................................ 6
Venting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Gas Connections ................................ 15
High-Altitude Accessory Kit ........................ 16
Electrical ...................................... 18
Installation with Ductwork.......................... 19
Requirements/Adjustments and Data for Blower Units.... 20
Start-Up Procedure/Operation ........................ 24
Unit Components .................................. 25
Performance Data - General ......................... 26
Performance Data - Downturn Hoods .................. 27
Dimensions....................................... 28
Service/Troubleshooting............................. 30
Model/Serial Number/Replacement Parts ............... 31
Commercial Warranty........................Back Cover
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
gas-fired unit heaters
model PTX and BTX
6-534.1
5H0907880000
All models approved for use in California by the CEC and in
Massachusetts. Unit heater is certified for non-residential
applications.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Open windows.
2. Do not try to light any appliance.
3. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
4. Extinguish any open flame.
5. Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbors phone. Follow the gas
suppliers instructions. If you can not
reach your gas supplier, call your fire
department.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
The use and storage of gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in open containers
in the vicinity of this appliance is hazardous.
The use of this manual is specifically intended
for a qualified installation and service agency.
All installation and service of these units
must be performed by a qualified installation
and service agency.
1. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service, or maintenance can cause property
damage, injury, or death, and could cause
exposure to substances which have been
determined by various state agencies to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Read the installation,
operating, and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or servicing
this equipment.
2. Do not locate ANY gas-fired units in areas
where chlorinated, halogenated, or acidic
vapors are present in the atmosphere.
These substances can cause premature
heat exchanger failure due to corrosion,
which can cause property damage, serious
injury, or death.
W
ARNING
IMPOR
T
ANT
March, 2023
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Summary

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

Step-by-step instructions for gas leak detection and response.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Warning about storing gasoline or other flammable liquids near the appliance.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

HAZARD INTENSITY LEVELS

Defines hazard levels (Danger, Warning, Caution, Important) for safety understanding.

SAFETY WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Lists DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT safety notices.

SI (METRIC) CONVERSION FACTORS

CAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT NOTES

Contains general cautions and important reminders before starting installation.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE GUIDELINES

Emphasizes using qualified agencies and consulting manual instructions.

UNIT LOCATION

LOCATION SAFETY GUIDELINES

Covers DANGER, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT notes regarding unit placement.

LOCATION RECOMMENDATIONS

Provides guidance on selecting an appropriate location for the unit.

CLEARANCES AND SOUND;VIBRATION CONSIDERATIONS

Details required clearances and considers sound/vibration levels.

UNIT MOUNTING

MOUNTING CAUTIONS AND METHODS

Highlights cautions for mounting and illustrates suspension methods.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

VENTING WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Provides essential warnings and cautions related to unit venting.

SECTION A - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS - ALL UNITS

General instructions applicable to all venting installations.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES AND TABLES

Details vent termination clearances and lists required vent terminals.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

VENTING REQUIREMENTS AND CONFIGURATIONS

Outlines ANSI requirements and determines venting configurations.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

SECTION B - VERTICAL VENT ONLY, CATEGORY I VENT SYSTEM VENTING INSTRUCTIONS

Specific instructions for vertical Category I vent systems.

MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF

Provides table and figure for minimum vent height from the roof.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

SECTION C - HORIZONTAL VENT ONLY, CATEGORY III VENT SYSTEM VENTING INSTRUCTIONS

Specific instructions for horizontal Category III vent systems.

VENT CONSTRUCTION THROUGH WALLS

Illustrates vent construction through combustible walls and support.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

VERTICAL 2-PIPE VENT SYSTEM

Details the vertical 2-pipe vent system configuration.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

HORIZONTAL VENTING WITH DOWNWARD PITCH

Illustrates horizontal venting with downward pitch and construction.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

CONCENTRIC VENT KIT COMPONENTS

Details components for vertical and horizontal concentric vent kits.

INSTALLATION - VENTING

CONCENTRIC VENT PIPE SIZES AND KITS

Provides sizes for concentric vent pipes and kit assembly details.

INSTALLATION - GAS CONNECTIONS

GAS CONNECTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Essential warnings and cautions for gas connection procedures.

GAS MANIFOLD PRESSURE AND CONSUMPTION

Details sea level manifold pressure and gas consumption data.

GAS PIPE CAPACITIES

Provides natural gas pipe capacities based on length and size.

INSTALLATION - HIGH ALTITUDE ACCESSORY KIT

HIGH ALTITUDE ACCESSORY KIT

Information on selecting and using high altitude accessory kits.

MANIFOLD PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT AND DERATED GAS CALCULATION

Explains manifold pressure adjustments and derated gas calculations.

HEATING VALUES AT ALTITUDE

Tables showing natural and propane gas heating values at various altitudes.

INSTALLATION - HIGH ALTITUDE ACCESSORY KIT

MANIFOLD PRESSURE FOR DERATED GAS EQUATION

Formula to calculate manifold pressure for derated gas.

HIGH ALTITUDE KITS

Table listing high altitude kits required for different models and altitudes.

INSTALLATION - ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Essential warnings and cautions for electrical connection safety.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION DIAGRAM AND NOTES

Details the contractor convenience box, wiring entry, and general electrical notes.

INSTALLATION WITH DUCTWORK

DUCTWORK INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Provides recommended layouts and requirements for ductwork installation.

BLOWER MODEL BTX ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Covers additional requirements specific to BTX blower models.

DETERMINING BLOWER SPEED

Explains how to determine the correct blower speed and sheave adjustments.

INSTALLATION

BLOWER INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

Steps for installing the blower and adjusting motor sheave and belt tension.

BLOWER SPEED ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

Detailed steps for adjusting blower speed and checking motor performance.

BLOWER PERFORMANCE DATA - MODEL BTX

POWER CODE DESCRIPTION

Table describing power codes for blower models.

FILTER STATIC PRESSURE DROP

Table showing static pressure drop through filters.

BLOWER PERFORMANCE DATA - MODEL BTX

PERFORMANCE DATA TABLES FOR BTX MODELS

Tables showing blower performance data for different BTX models and conditions.

BLOWER PERFORMANCE DATA - MODEL BTX

PERFORMANCE DATA TABLES FOR BTX MODELS

Continues performance data tables for BTX models.

INSTALLATION - OPERATION

PRE-OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

Steps to perform before initial unit operation for safety and proper function.

MAIN BURNER AND MANIFOLD PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT

Procedures for adjusting the main burner and manifold pressure.

CONTROL OPERATING SEQUENCE; UNIT COMPONENTS

CONTROL OPERATING SEQUENCE

Describes the sequence of operation for the unit's control system.

UNIT COMPONENTS AND CONTROL OPTIONS

Identifies major unit components and lists available control options.

GENERAL PERFORMANCE DATA - MODELS PTX & BTX

PROPELLER UNIT MODEL PTX PERFORMANCE DATA

Table detailing performance data for PTX propeller models.

BLOWER UNIT MODEL BTX PERFORMANCE DATA

Table detailing performance data for BTX blower models.

PERFORMANCE DATA - DEFLECTOR HOODS

DEFLECTOR HOOD INSTALLATION AND COVERAGE DIAGRAMS

Illustrates deflector hood types and coverage diagrams.

DEFLECTOR HOOD PERFORMANCE DATA

Tables showing performance data for deflector hoods on BTX and PTX models.

DIMENSIONAL DATA - MODEL PTX

PROPELLER UNITS - MODEL PTX DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS AND TABLES

Provides dimensional drawings and tables for PTX propeller units.

DIMENSIONAL DATA - MODEL BTX

BLOWER UNITS - MODEL BTX DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS AND TABLES

Provides dimensional drawings and tables for BTX blower units.

SERVICE; MAINTENANCE; TROUBLESHOOTING

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE WARNINGS;CAUTIONS

Safety warnings and cautions for service and maintenance procedures.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Outlines general maintenance tasks and a troubleshooting guide.

MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER; REPLACEMENT PARTS

MODEL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS

Explains how to interpret model number designations.

SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

Details serial number designations and how to order replacement parts.

COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND APPLICABLE PERIODS

Lists warranty exclusions and the applicable warranty periods for components.

Modine Manufacturing PTX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandModine Manufacturing
ModelPTX
CategoryHeater
LanguageEnglish

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