RSD Series Submittal

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GENERAL INFORMATION
This heater complies with ANSI Z83.19 (current
Standard) and CSA 2-35.
This heater is a self-contained infrared radiant ceramic
heater for use in locations where fl ammable gases or
vapors are not generally present (as defi ned by OSHA
acceptable limits) and is intended for the heating of
nonresidential spaces.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation of this heater must be in accordance with
all applicable codes shown in the instructions and/or
the local codes and authorities having jurisdiction.
In Canada, the installation must conform to current
CAN/CGA-B149.1/2 Installation Code in the absence
of local codes. Heaters shall be installed by a licensed
contractor or licensed installer. Clearances to
combustibles as outlined in this manual should always
be observed. In areas used for storage of combustible
materials where they may be stacked below the heater,
NFPA54 requires that the installer must post signs that
will “specify the maximum permissible stacking height
to maintain the required clearances from the heater to
combustibles.”
Every heater shall be located with respect to building
construction and other equipment so as to permit
access to the heater. Each installer shall use quality
installation practices when locating the heater and
must give consideration to clearances to combustible
materials, vehicles parked below, lights, overhead
doors, storage areas with stacked materials, sprinkler
heads, gas and electrical lines, and any other possible
obstructions or hazards. Consideration also must be
given to service accessibility.
The heater, when installed in aircraft hangars and
public garages, must be installed in accordance with
ANSI/NFPA 409-latest edition (Standard for Aircraft
Hangars), ANSI/NFPA 88a-latest edition (Standard for
Parking Structures), and ANSI/NFPA 88b-latest edition
(Standard for Repair Garages) with the following
clearances:
a. At least 10 feet above the upper surfaces of wings
or engine enclosures of the highest aircraft that
may be housed in the hangar and at least 8 feet
above the fl oor in shops, offi ces, and other sections
of hangars communicating with aircraft storage or
service areas.
b. At least 8 feet above the fl oor in public garages.
Minimum clearances marked on the
heater must be maintained from vehicles parked
below the heater.
FOR CANADA ONLY
a. Installation of this appliance is to be in accordance
with the latest edition of CAN 1-B149.1 Installation
Code for Natural Gas Burning Appliances and
Equipment), and/or CAN B149.2 (Installation Code
for Propane Gas Burning Appliances and
Equipment).
b. For installation in public garages or aircraft hangars,
the minimum clearances from the bottom of the
heater to the upper surface of the highest aircraft or
vehicle shall be 50 percent greater than the certifi ed
minimum clearance, but the clearance shall not be
less than 8 feet.
Although these heaters may be used in many
applications other than space heating (e.g., process
heating), we will not recognize the warranty for any
use other than space heating. This heater is for Indoor
Installation only and can be used in unvented mode.
The term Unvented actually means Indirect Vented.
While the products of combustion are expelled into
the building, national codes require ventilation in
the building to dilute these products of combustion.
This ventilation may be provided by gravity or
mechanical means.
This heater is not an explosion proof heater. Where
the possibility of exposure to volatile and low fl ash
point materials exists, it could result in property
damage or death. This heater must not be installed
in a spray booth where the heater can operate during
the spraying process. Consult your local fi re marshal
or insurance company.
Certain materials or objects,
when stored under the heater, will be subjected
to radiant heat and could be seriously damaged.
Observe the Minimum Clearances to Combustibles
listed in the manual and on the heater at all times.
STERLING “RSD” SERIES
INFRARED RADIANT HEATER