Service manual

VANTAGE
®
EV INSTALLATION MANUAL ROBERTS-GORDONpg 2
Section 2. Introduction
Roberts-Gordon pioneered low-intensity infrared heating
systems in 1962 with the introduction of its revolutionary
custom-engineered CORAYVAC
®
system. Now Roberts-
Gordon offers over 35 years of infrared expertise in an
economical vacuum system.
VANTAGE
®
EV model heaters are low-cost, non-
condensing, field assembled vacuum-assisted heating
systems that are easy to install and require only minimal
maintenance. They are designed to provide years of
economical operation and trouble-free service.
VANTAGE
®
EV heaters are ideal for installations requiring
minimum roof or wall penetrations to exhaust combustion
products. This is especially beneficial in large open
spaces and buildings with high (25’+) ceilings.
With some systems, zone control is eliminated due to
manifolding requirements. With VANTAGE
®
EV, up to 4
zones can be accommodated.
Checking Shipment
Check the shipment against the Bill of Lading for
shortages. Also, check for external damage to cartons.
Note any shortages, and/or external damage to cartons
on the Bill of Lading in the presence of the carrier. The
carrier should acknowledge any shortages or damage by
initialing this “noted” Bill of Lading.
Immediately report any claims for damaged material, or
shortages that were not evident at the time of shipment,
to the carrier and your Roberts-Gordon Factory
Representative.
Installer Responsibility
All heaters and associated gas piping should be installed
in accordance with applicable specifications and this
installation made only by firms (or individuals) well
qualified in this type of work. Consult local Building
Inspectors, Fire Marshals or your local Roberts-Gordon
Representative for guidance.
VANTAGE
®
EV heaters are installed on the basis of
information given in a layout drawing, which together with
the cited codes and regulations, comprise the basic
information needed to complete the installation. The
installer must furnish all needed material that is not
furnished as standard equipment, and it is his
responsibility to see that such materials, as well as the
installation methods he uses, result in a job that is
workmanlike and in compliance with all applicable codes.
Roberts-Gordon Factory Representatives have had
training and experience in the application of this
equipment and can be called on for suggestions about
installation which can save material and money.
Section 3. Planning
The following codes and instructions should be followed
when planning the installation of the heater. In addition to
these instructions, the warnings in Section 1 must be
carefully adhered to since improper installation will result
in death, injury or property damage.
National Standards and Applicable Codes
Gas Codes
The type of gas appearing on the nameplate must be the
type of gas used. Installation must comply with local
codes and recommendations of the local gas company.
United States: Refer to National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1 - latest revision, (same as NFPA Bulletin 54).
Canada: Refer to CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2:
Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances.
• Clearance between the heater and its vent and
adjacent combustible material (which is part of the
building or its contents) shall be maintained to conform
with the above listed codes.
Aircraft Hangars
Installation in aircraft hangars must be in accordance with
the following codes: United States: Refer to Standard for
Aircraft Hangars, ANSI/NFPA-409 - latest revision.
Canada: Refer to Standard CAN/CGA B149.
• Heaters in aircraft storage or service areas shall be
installed a minimum of 10 ft. above the upper surface of
wings or engine enclosures of the highest aircraft which
may be housed in the hangar. (This should be
measured from the bottom of the heater to the wing or
engine enclosure, whichever is highest from the floor).
• In other sections of aircraft hangars, such as shops or
office, heaters must not be installed less than eight feet
above the floor.
• Heaters installed in aircraft hangars shall be located so
as not to be subject to damage by aircraft, cranes,
movable scaffolding or other objects.
Public Garages
Installation in garages must be in accordance with the
following codes: United States: Standard for Parking
Structures NFPA-88A - latest revision or the Standard for
Repair Garages, NFPA 88B - latest revision. Canada:
Refer to CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2: Installation
Codes for Gas Burning Appliances.
• Heaters must not be installed less than eight feet above
the floor. Minimum clearances to combustibles must be
maintained from vehicles parked below the heater.
• When installed over hoists, minimum clearances to
combustibles must be maintained from the uppermost
point on the hoist.