Superior Radiant UA Series User Manual

Series UA/UX/UXR Page 1 Feb18/2015 LT011
Series UA/UX/UXR Infrared Heater
Installation, Operation and Service Instructions
Installer
Read and thoroughly understand these Instructions before attempting any installation.
Owner
Retain this Manual for reference.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, death or property
damage. Read the installation, operation and service instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing
this equipment.
563 Barton Street, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5S1
www.superiorradiant.com
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows
2. Don’t touch electrical switches
3. Extinguish any open flame
4. Immediately call your gas supplier
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz:
1. Ouvrez les fenetres
2. Ne touchez pas aux interupteurs
electriques
3. Eteignez tout flamme nue
4. Contactez immediatment votre
fournisseur de gaz
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE
Il est interdit d‘utiliser des liquides
inflammables ou degageant des vapeurs
inflammables, a proximites de tout appareil
fonctionnent au gaz.
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE

Superior Radiant UA Series Specifications

General

Brand	Superior Radiant
Model	UA Series
Category	Heater
Language	English

Summary

Safety First: Hazards and Precautions

Gas Leak Safety Procedures

Instructions for responding to a gas leak, including ventilation and contacting the gas supplier.

Flammable Vapors Hazard Warning

Prohibits storage or use of flammable liquids near the heater to prevent fire or explosion.

Installation Hazard Warning

Risks from Improper Installation

Highlights risks from improper installation, adjustment, or maintenance causing injury or damage.

Introduction and Company Overview

Installation Code Compliance

Mandates compliance with NFGC, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, and CAN/CGA B149.1/B149.2 codes.

Clearance Requirements to Combustibles

General Clearance Guidelines

Recommends 18" clearance for servicing and safety, avoiding property damage or injury.

Clearance to Combustibles Table

Minimum Clearances by Configuration

Provides minimum clearance distances to combustibles for various reflector configurations and models.

Unvented and Vented Clearances

Installation Procedures Overview

Hanger Suspension Requirements

Hanger Placement Spacing Guidelines

Tube and Hanger Installation Details

Suspension Mechanism Diagrams

Hanging Point Diagrams

First Tube Placement Instructions

Heat Exchanger Tube Assembly Process

Tube Installation and Coupling Procedures

Coupling and Reflector Hanger Installation

Tube Coupling Tightening Procedure

Reflector Hanger and J-Bolt Installation

Burner and Baffle Installation

Burner Gasket and Mounting Procedure

Details burner gasket installation, ensuring proper orientation, and burner mounting.

Baffle Installation Method and Notes

Explains baffle placement, section types, and the recommended method for pulling baffles through tubes.

Reflector Components Installation

Reflector Section Placement

Reflector Support Bracket Fitting

Reflector Overlap and Alignment

Reflector Overlap and Alignment Guidance

Securing Reflector Assemblies

Reflector Overlap Screw Fastening

Reflector End Cap Fastening

Elbow and U-Tube Installation

90° Elbow and U-Tube Assembly

Describes installing 90° elbows or U-tubes as required by the heater layout.

Elbow/U-Tube Distance Requirements

Mitered Reflector Installation

Mitered Reflector Assembly Procedure

Side and Bottom Shield Installation

Side Reflector and Bottom Shield Fitting

Explains the installation of side shields and bottom shields, including fastening and positioning.

Bottom Shield Installation Details

Bottom Shield Mounting Procedure

Details the installation of bottom shields, noting they do not overlap and are held by support brackets.

Venting and Combustion Air Ducting

General Venting Requirements and Codes

Lists code references and general guidelines for venting and combustion air ducting.

Important Venting Length Limitations

Un-Vented Operation Guidelines

Venting Operation Details

Horizontal Venting Specifications

Specifies requirements for horizontal venting through combustible and non-combustible walls.

Vertical Venting Requirements

Details minimum vent pipe size, thimble use, and vent cap requirements for vertical venting.

Common Vertical Venting Sizing

Common Venting Diagrams and Guidelines

Common Vertical Venting Illustration

Common Horizontal Venting Guidelines

Details guidelines for common horizontal venting for different BTU inputs and wall types.

Combustion Air Supply Options

Optional Outside Air Installation

Gas Piping Installation Requirements

Gas Supply and Pressure Requirements

Ensures adequate gas meter/service, pipe sizing per codes, and system pressure verification.

Flexible Gas Connector Best Practices

Details correct installation of flexible gas connectors without kinks or twists to prevent hazardous situations.

Electrical Wiring and Diagrams

General Wiring and Thermostat Types

Details wiring for 120V/24V thermostats, grounding per NEC/CEC, and replacement wire specs.

Series U Thermostat Wiring Diagrams

Presents wiring diagrams for 24 Vac and 120 Vac thermostat connections.

UXR Model Specific Wiring

UXR Wiring Diagram Details

Provides the specific wiring diagram for UXR models, including channel module connections.

Burner Operation and Maintenance

Burner Starting Sequence of Operation

Details the step-by-step process of burner ignition, flame detection, and post-purge.

Seasonal Maintenance Checklist

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Blower Motor and Gas Supply Problems

Burner Ignition and Flame Stability Issues

Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Flowchart Logic

Product Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions