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Temp-Heat THP-400A User Manual

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Installation and Service Manual
THP-400A, THP-500A and THP-550
Gas, Direct-Fired Process Heater
1-800-836-7432
Heating
Cooling
Dehumidifying
Ventilating
For your safety,
do not use this heater in a
space where gasoline or
other liquids having
flammable vapors are
stored or used.
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Rating Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Fuel Supply System Bulk-Tank System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Natural-Gas Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Preliminary Start-Up Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Control Vestibule Layouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Start-Up Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Shut-Down Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Short-Term . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Long-Term or Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Wiring Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Control Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Airflow Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Setting Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
To Check Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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set-up and start-up are complete.
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Temp-Heat THP-400A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTemp-Heat
ModelTHP-400A
CategoryGas Heater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Hazard Warnings

Fire, Explosion, and Asphyxiation Hazards

Details severe bodily injury and property damage risks from fire, explosion, burn, asphyxiation, CO poisoning, electrical shock.

Combustible Material and Vapor Precautions

Emphasizes keeping combustibles away and avoiding spaces with volatile or airborne combustibles like gasoline.

Application Restrictions

States the heater is not for home/RV use and advises checking with local fire safety authority for applications.

Introduction to THP Series Heaters

THP Series Rating Information

Heater Control Functions

Airflow Switch Function

Verifies proper airflow before ignition can take place.

Flame-Safety Control Operation

Senses flame and shuts down the heater in the event of flame failure.

High-Temperature Limit Control

Opens electric circuit and closes gas valves in the event of an overheating condition.

Low-Temperature Limit Control

Shuts down blower if discharge air drops below 40°F, preventing freezing air.

Modulating Control Valve

Regulates gas supply to the burner controlled by the remote thermostat.

Thermostat Operation

Automatically cycles the heater from low- to high-fire to maintain desired room temperature.

Bulk-Tank Fuel Supply System

Natural Gas Installation Requirements

Heater Set-Up Procedures

Clearance and Leveling

Details minimum clearances for combustible materials, intake, and discharge based on the Rating Information Table.

Fresh Air Intake Positioning

Emphasizes positioning the heater to draw 100% fresh, outside air through its intake grill.

Operational Safety Precautions

Warns against operating in presence of combustible vapors/liquids and handling while hot or powered.

Preliminary Start-Up Checklist

Fuel Supply and Leak Testing

Ensures proper fuel application, connections, pressure, and leak testing for gas lines.

Electrical and Airflow Verification

Verifies electrical connections, voltage, and clear intake/discharge paths.

Control System Settings Check

Confirms high-temperature limit at 270°F and low-temperature limit at 40°F.

Control Panel Diagrams

THP-400A Control Vestibule Layout

THP-500A Control Vestibule Layout

THP-550 Control Vestibule Layout

Heater Start-Up Procedure

Pre-Operation Checks and Valve Operation

Confirms power supply, fuel setup, and opens fuel valves before resetting safety controls.

Blower and Burner Activation

Guides setting blower/burner switches ON and explains low-temperature limit behavior.

Temperature Setting

Instructs on setting discharge air and room air temperatures.

Heater Shut-Down Procedures

Short-Term Shutdown Steps

Steps for temporary shutdown: turn burner OFF, wait, turn blower OFF, confirm flame extinguished.

Extended Shutdown or Disconnection

Procedure for longer shutdowns or unit disconnection, including closing valves and turning off power.

THP-400A Wiring Diagram

THP-400A Component Identification

THP-400A Sequence of Operation

THP-500A Wiring Diagram

THP-500A Component Identification

THP-500A Sequence of Operation

THP-550 Wiring Diagram

THP-550 Component Identification

THP-550 Sequence of Operation

Troubleshooting: Blower and Ignition Issues

Blower Operation Problems

Diagnoses issues like no voltage, blown fuse, or defective blower switch.

Burner Ignition Failures

Addresses causes like burner switch issues, insufficient airflow, or limit switch problems.

High-Temperature Limit Switch Faults

Covers limit switch adjustment and potential defects causing shutdowns.

Troubleshooting: Burner and Airflow Issues

Burner Stability and Flame Issues

Covers flame safety lockout, gas valve issues, fuel supply, and spark rod problems.

Airflow and Fuel Supply Problems

Addresses airflow and fuel supply issues affecting burner operation and high fire.

Remote Thermostat Troubleshooting

Guides on ensuring the remote thermostat is properly plugged in and set.

Control Adjustments and Settings

Ignition System Adjustments

Steps for cleaning electrodes, checking insulators, and securing ignition leads.

Airflow Control Calibration

Procedure to adjust the airflow control screw for proper burner operation.

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