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WARNING
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.
This equipment is designed and approved for indoor use only. This product is not
intended to be installed indoors in residential applications.
This heater equipped with an automatic ignition device. Do not attempt to light the
burner by hand. Failure to comply could result in a serious fire and personal injury
hazard.
Do not use high pressure (above ½ psi) to the test gas supply system with the burners
connected. Failure to do so could results in damage to the burner and its control
components requiring replacement.
Table of Contents
PREFACE ....................................................................................................................................... 4
THE TECHNOLOGY ........................................................................................................................ 4
IMPORTANT ................................................................................................................................. 5
GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................................................................. 5
INSTALLATION CODES ......................................................................................................................................... 5
GENERAL INSTALLATION AND GAS CODES/ELECTRICAL CODES ................................................................................... 5
AIRCRAFT HANGAR INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................ 5
PUBLIC GARAGES ............................................................................................................................................... 5
PARKING STRUCTURES ........................................................................................................................................ 5
WARNING: ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS ........................................................................................................... 6
SPOT HEATING .................................................................................................................................................. 6
SUGGESTED HEAT LOADING FOR INDOOR SPOT HEATING UNDER STATED CONDITIONS: ................................................... 7
FULL BUILDING HEAT .......................................................................................................................................... 7
ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................... 8
ENERGY SUPPLY ................................................................................................................................................. 8
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES ........................................................................................................... 9
INSTALLATIONS INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................. 10
HIGH INTENSITY MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS / CONFIGURATIONS ............................................................................. 10
Horizontally Mounted High Intensity Heater ........................................................................................................... 10
Angled high intensity heater .................................................................................................................................... 12
AIR PLATE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................. 13
Procedure: ................................................................................................................................................................ 13
GAS CONNECTIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 14
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................ 15
Single‐stage electrical connection / Wiring Diagram .............................................................................................. 16
VENTILATION ................................................................................................................................................... 17
CONDENSATION ............................................................................................................................................... 17
OPERATION ................................................................................................................................ 18
SINGLE‐STAGE HIGH INTENSITY HEATER ............................................................................................................... 18
Control Operating Sequence .................................................................................................................................... 18
Controlling / Checking Manifold Pressure ............................................................................................................... 18
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................... 19
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................... 20
REPLACEMENT PART SECTION .................................................................................................... 21
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................ 22
The Technology
The GoGaS KMI Novus high intensity heater from the KMI series is a high-quality product with
ratings from 6 kW (21,000 BTU/h) to 36 kW (125,000 BTU/h). The modern injector burner allows
almost pollution-free operation, from the smallest to the largest heater unit, with only one
combustion chamber. The stainless steel combustion chamber is integrated in an insulated
hood. The hot waste gases collect under the hood and pre-heat the gas-air mixture in the
combustion chamber, leading to a maximum degree of radiation. The reflector is made of highly
reflecting material and directs the captured radiation towards the vicinity of persons.
Important
This appliance must be installed in accordance with current connection and installation
regulations and may only be used in adequately ventilated rooms. The installation and operating
instructions must be inspected and understood before installation and before start-up.
Before installation it must be checked whether local gas distributions, gas types and gas
pressures as well as the settings of the appliance are compatible.
Important
These instructions, the layout drawing, local codes and ordinances, and applicable
standards such as apply to gas piping and electrical wiring comprise the basic information
needed to complete the installation, and must be thoroughly understood along with general
building codes before proceeding.
Only personnel who have been trained and understand all applicable codes should
undertake the installation. SRP Representatives are Factory Certified in the service and
application of this equipment and can be called on for helpful suggestions about installation.
General information
GoGaS infrared heaters are manufactured in accordance with ANSI Z83.19-2009/CSA 2.35-
2009. Each appliance is subjected to a function test before it leaves the factory and is preset to
the relevant gas type. For setting up and operating radiation equipment, the following
regulations and guidelines must be complied with.
This heater maybe approved for either indoor or outdoor installation. Not for use in
residential dwellings, refer to Rating plate.
Installation Codes
The installation must conform with local building codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
Public Garages
Installation in public garages must conform to the Standard for Parking Structures, NFPA 88A or
the Standard for Repair Garages, NFPA 88B, in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2
Installation Codes in Canada.
Parking Structures
Technical requirements are outlined in ANSI/NFPA 88A (USA)
Warning: Heaters should be installed so that the minimum clearances marked on the heater will
be maintained from vehicles parked below the heater.
Serires KMI -5- November 4, 2013
Layout Considerations
1. Because high intensity heaters are un-vented, ensure that adequate ventilation will be
available; most codes require a minimum of 4 cfm per 1000 BTUH of installed heat
capacity in natural gas, 4.5 cfm per 1000 BTUH for propane. Also see section on
Ventilation.
2. Check local codes for mounting requirements and the requirement for flexible gas
connectors or rigid mounting.
3. Do not locate heaters near windy locations such as door openings.
4. Do not locate heaters in very dusty environments
5. Avoid placing heaters below sprinkler heads or provide more than adequate clearance.
Spot Heating
High intensity heaters are ideal for spot heating applications. The following are key
considerations to the success of the application:
1. Minimize any wind in order to maximize the effect of the radiant heat.
2. Placing two smaller heaters opposing each other will be more comfortable than placing
one large heater.
3. Hang the heaters back and at an oblique angle (rather than directly overhead) in order to
maximize the exposure of the peoples’ bodies to radiant heat.
The following charts are intended for guidance only. Specific applications may require other
parameters.
Suggested heat loading for indoor spot heating under stated conditions:
Example:
Work counter for light assembly, space is 15 ft x 25 ft. (4.5 m x 7.6 m),
ambient air temperature 40°F / 4C, located near shipping doors.
Approximately 170 BTUH/sq.ft x (15x25) sq.ft = 63,750 BTUH
Two heaters at opposing locations would be preferred
* Distance between heaters along interior rows should be up to twice the indicated number
Gas pressures
Connection Maximum Minimum
Natural Gas 14" W.C. 6.5” W.C.
Propane 14" W.C. 12” W.C.
Electrical connection
Alternating current AC, voltage; 24 V, 60 Hz with L, N and Ground (GND)
5.90
MODEL "A"
KMI 20 18.90"
KMI 40 33.43" 13.80
KMI 60 47.95"
KMI 90 62.48"
KMI 120 91.54" A 19.57
Single Stage
Gas
Natural Gas Propane
Pressure:
Minimum 6.5" W.C. 12" W.C.
Maximum 14" W.C 14" W.C.
Manifold 5" * W.C. 11" W.C.
*5.25" W.C. for model KMI 90
14.02
B B
Note: Venture
D
must always be
located in the upper
C position C
22.83
Suspended Suspended at an
MODEL Horizontally Angle up to 30°
A B C D E F
Combustible materials are considered to be wood, compressed paper, plant fibres, plastic,
Plexiglas or other materials capable of being ignited and burned. Such materials shall be
considered combustible even though flame-proofed, fire-retardant treated or plastered.
The stated clearance to combustibles represents a surface temperature of 90°F (50°C) above
room temperature. Building materials with low heat tolerance (such as plastics, vinyl siding,
canvas, tri-ply, etc…) may be subject to degradation at lower temperatures. It is the
installer’s responsibility to assure that adjacent materials are protected from
degradation.
air temperature
MODEL
59° F 50° F 41° F
KMI 20 179.53" 139.37" 124.80"
Mounting hardware
1
Left
1
Right
M5 Screws
(QTY 4)
Venture Orifice
Neck Housing
Orifice
Air Plate
Single-Stage Version
Before the orifice housing is mounted to the Venturi neck, the Air Plate and orifice
sizes must be compared with the Rating plate specifications.
Procedure:
Remove the cable ties (not shown) from the Venturi Neck (some infrared heaters do
not have any air plates, and therefore no cable ties)
Push the orifice housing into the Venturi Neck and screw it tight using four M5 screws
provided.
12"
(30 cm)
WRONG WRONG
Heater Movement
Heater
Movement
WRONG Heater WRONG
Movement
Flexible connector should not be under tension when connected to the heater.
Refer to figure above.
It is recommended to test leak the system before connecting the heater to the gas
line as the leak test may damage the gas valve.
Provide a 1/8" NPT plugged tapping, accessible for test gage connection, immediately
upstream of the gas supply connection to the heater.
The Gas Valve should be installed in the upright position (vertically up @ 12 O’clock
position) or horizontally (3 or 9 O’clock positions) but not vertically down @ 6 O’clock
position) see figure below.
The Gas Pressure Switch must remain in the horizontal position at all times.
Carry out a leak test to the entire system by opening the gas valve, check for any
leaks and fix any leak issues.
Gas Valve Gas Valve
Correct Positions Incorrect Position WARNING
GAS PRESSURE
SWITCH MUST
REMAIN IN
HORIZONTAL
POSITION
Electrical Connections
For your safety, shut off the main gas valve, and disconnect all electrical supply to
the High Intensity Unit.
Connect to
Gas Supply
Single-Stage Version
FAN #2 FAN #1
L1
Do NOT connect the Ignitor cable, flame sensor wire and ground wire together!
The Ignitor cable and Sense cable have different size connection that match the
appropriate connection on the ignitor. The ground wire is connected directly onto
one of the adjacent studs.
Push the insulating protector over the Ignitor cable and push it over the Ignitor electrode
after connection.
NEUTRAL
24V GREEN
YELLOW
V2
GREEN
GND
S1 FLAME SENSOR
PINK
HV GREEN
IGNITER
BURNER
This Blue wire
is only used with CNE
control module
Ventilation
Buildings using high intensity radiant heaters require ventilation. High Intensity type heaters are
considered un-vented gas fired appliances, requiring ventilation to supply combustion air and
dilute/remove the products of combustion.
Requirements for combustion air supply and dilution air vary by jurisdiction, building type and
specific installation details. See local codes for guidance. In general, where heaters are
installed without direct outside combustion air, fresh air ventilation must be provided to building
space (3 cfm per 1000 BTU/Hr in Canada, 4 cfm per 1000 BTU/Hr in the USA), Verify
applicable local codes in the USA as requirements change by jurisdiction.
Mechanical exhaust should be electrically interconnected with the heaters and should
always be installed in conjunction with inlet air openings. See “Block Diagram for
Interconnecting Fan/Humidistat” above for details.
Inlet air opening should be relatively small and distributed over the operating area of the
heaters. They must always be located below the level of the heaters. One square inch of
net free inlet area per 1000 BTUH is recommended.
Condensation
The products of combustion for natural gas contain up to 1 liter of water per 100,000 BTU
consumed. This may add substantial amounts of moisture to the building air environment and
may become a problem of condensation on cold surfaces within the building. This is particularly
true for poorly insulated metal roof decks or structural steel framing.
To decrease condensation, increase mechanical ventilation.
Ensure that continuous waterproof barriers are used on the inside of all insulated
surfaces.
Ensure that exhausters pull air from the entire space and across the condensing surface.
Humidistat controls may be integrated into the electrical control circuit of the heaters.
Do NOT operate the Infrared Heater if the gas pressure below 6.5” W.C. for natural
gas and 12" W.C. for propane.
If a malfunction occurs during operation, the ignitor will spark trying to ignite the gas for
the maximum duration of 15 sec. If no current is created within this period, the device
shuts down on fault.
Annual Maintenance
Close the fuel gas valve and de-energize electrical power to the heater.
With an air hose regulated to no more than 15 psig blow away accumulated dust. Blow
across the face of the ceramic tiles, not directly at them. Blow into venturi for about one
minute.
Verify that there are no cracked tiles.
Review the wiring for any loose connections.
The Manufacturer’s obligation under this is warranty limited to repair or replacement, F.O.B. its
facility, of the defective part. In no event shall the manufacturer be liable for incidental expense
or consequential damages of any kind.
This warranty does not cover any shipping, installation or other labor costs incurred in the repair
or replacement of the product. No materials will be accepted for return without authorization.
This warranty will not apply if in the judgment of the Manufacturer the equipment has been
improperly in-stalled, unreasonable used, damaged, or modified.
This warranty will not apply to damage to the product when used in corrosive atmospheres and
in particular atmospheres contacting halogenated hydrocarbons. No person is authorized to
assume for the Manufacturer any other warranty, obligation or liability.
THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THE ABOVE EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE THE SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE
MADE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT
ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OF PURPOSE.