Rapid Engineering BH-40 User Manual

WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. DO NOT try to light any appliance.
3. DO NOT use electrical switches.
4. DO NOT use any telephone in
your building.
5. Extinguish any open flame.
6. Leave the building.
7. Immediately call your local gas
supplier after leaving the building.
Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
8. If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the Fire Department.
Fire Hazard
Keep all flammable objects, liquids and
vapors the minimum required clear-
ances to combustibles away from
heater.
Some objects will catch fire or explode
when placed close to heater.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, injury or property
damage.
WARNING
Installation must be done by a contractor qualified
in the installation and service of gas-fired heating
equipment or your gas supplier.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can result in death, injury or
property damage. Read the Installation, Operation
and Service Manual thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.
Installer
Please take the time to read and understand
these instructions prior to any installation.
Installer must give a copy of this manual to the owner.
Owner
Keep this manual in a safe place in order to provide
your serviceman with necessary information.
Rapid Engineering LLC
1100 Seven Mile Road NW
Comstock Park, MI 49321
Telephone: +1.616.784.0500
Fax: +1.616.784.1910
Toll Free: 800.536.3461
www.rapidengineering.com
© 2012 Rapid Engineering LLC
P/N RPBH170101NA Rev. B 02/12
RAPID
™
BH
The Economical Unitary
Infrared Heater
Installation, Operation &
Service Manual
BH-40
BH-60
BH-80
BH-100
BH-115
BH-125
BH-140
BH-150
BH-175
BH-200

Rapid Engineering BH-40 Specifications

General

Brand	Rapid Engineering
Model	BH-40
Category	Heater
Language	English

Summary

Heater Safety

Manpower Requirements

Two persons are required for safe installation of the heater.

Installer Responsibility

National Standards and Applicable Codes

Specifies adherence to relevant national and local codes for installation.

Clearances to Combustibles

Required Clearances to Combustibles

Details essential distances from the heater to flammable materials.

Heater Installation

Burner Tube Installation

Instructions for correctly installing the burner tube and associated components.

Burner Installation

Instructions for securely installing the burner assembly.

Venting

Venting

General requirements and codes for heater venting.

Gas Piping

Wiring

Line Voltage Thermostat Wiring

Diagram and instructions for line voltage thermostat connections.

Low Voltage Thermostat Wiring

Diagrams for low voltage thermostat and relay wiring.

Operation and Maintenance

Sequence of Operation

Step-by-step description of the heater's ignition sequence.

To Shut Off Heater

Procedure for safely shutting down the heater.

To Start Heater

Instructions for safely starting the heater.

Pre-Season Maintenance and Annual Inspection

Guidance on annual safety inspections and maintenance.

Maintenance Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for heater inspection and maintenance.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Flow Chart

Diagnostic flow chart for identifying and resolving heater issues.

Manifold Gas Pressure Setting

Procedure and diagram for setting manifold gas pressure.

The Rapid™ BH Warranty