Schwank STR-USA - Manual (Page 9)

SP-MSTR-AU-05A
STR Manual
RD: NOV, 2003
RL: 5
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6. GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The following instructions are a guide to installation only, and supplement, but do not re-
place design instructions given in the Schwank Engineering Manual. Since most installa-
tions will differ in many details, these instructions are general. Sound judgment must be
exercised and careful supervision is essential to assure that the installation will be made in
the best manner possible for trouble-free operation and at the very least cost.
The general procedure for installing the heater system is to install the burner and the sys-
tem tubing, followed by the reflectors, gas piping, and wiring.
Carefully survey the area to be heated and place the burner end in the coldest area, if pos-
sible.
The procedure for installing the tube system is based on structural members of the build-
ing and how they can be used to support the tubing system. Before proceeding with the
installation of the system, we suggest that you consult with your Schwank distributor for
the proper procedure for your particular job.
All system tubing must be supported in accordance with acceptable practice, local codes,
and applicable standards.
The heater is suitable for reflector mounting angles up to 45° along the short axis. Each
section of shade can be individually angle mounted using the supplied shade end plate
hangers Improper angle mounting can result in overheating of controls and combustible
material.
Chain is recommended for hanging the heater and connecting the hanger (s) to a beam or
other support. This will permit normal expansions and contractions of the pipe system.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the installer to insure that the chosen suspension system
will support the overall weight of the system.
If rigid means such as rods are used in place of chains, swing joints, or other means of suf-
ficient length must be provided to compensate for expansion. IMPORTANT: For either
horizontal or angle mounting, the long axis of the tube must be level. Only noncombusti-
ble mounting hardware should be used.
These installation instructions are for the standard straight tube applications only. Call
your local distributor for engineered systems differing from the standard series tube kits.
Typical tube arrangements are shown on the following pages and should be reviewed
prior to assembling the heater.
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