King Electric 100367 240V Compact Garage Heater Instructions
- June 12, 2024
- KING ELECTRIC
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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
GH Series Compact
Heavy Duty Unit Heaters
100367 240V Compact Garage Heater
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WARNING
READ CAREFULLY – Use the heater only as described in this manual. Any other use is not recommended and could result in fire, electric shock, and personal injury. Following these instructions will prevent difficulties that might occur during the installation and use of the heater. Please study the instructions first, as they may save considerable time and trouble during use addition to providing important safety information. Make sure to save these instructions for future use.
WARNING Verify power supply and control voltages coming to the heater
match the ratings printed on the heater nameplate before energizing.
WARNING To prevent a possible electrical shock, disconnect all power
coming to heater at main service panel before wiring or servicing.
WARNING All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electrical
Code (Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) and all applicable local codes.
WARNING Heater must be installed so the minimum clearances shown in
Specifications table are maintained.
WARNING This heater Is NOT suitable for use in hazardous locations as
described by the National Fire Protection Assoclation (NFPA). this heater has
hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use in areas where gasoline,
paint or other flammable liquids are used or stored.
WARNING The mounting structure and anchoring hardware MUST BE capable of
reliably supporting the weight of the heater plus mounting bracket if used.
Refer to specifications table for heater weight.
WARNING Heater air flow MUST be directed parallel to or away from
adjacent walls.
WARNING To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or exhaust
openings in any manner. DO NOT allow foreign objects to enter grill openings
as this may cause electric shock, fire or damage to heater.
WARNING Louver adjustment (Do not attempt to adjust while heater is
operational): The Louvers are opened during testing at factory, but may have
shifted during shipping, make sure the louvers are rotated less than 45
degrees from horizontal before operation. To adjust the opening angle, grasp
‘the left and right end of louver and twist with two hands to the desired
position. CAUTION: Increasing the angle beyond 45° degrees from horizontal may
restrict air flow casing the over temperature limit to activate and shut off
the heater.
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GH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Turn OFF all electrical power to install heater
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Selecting a location for your heater:
The heater should he installed out of the reach of persons.
The direction of air flow should not be restricted by machinery, beams, etc.,
and the air flow should wipe exposed walls rather than blowing directly at
them. When more than one heater is used in an area the heaters should he
arranged so that the air discharge of each heater supports the air flow of the
others to provide best circulation of warm air.
(see air flow chart)
Unpack & Inspect Your New Heater
Remove heater from the box and inspect it for any damage.
Verify you have received the universal wall/ceiling mounting bracket.
Hardware Needed
You will also need the following hardware, which can be purchased from your
local hardware store or electrical supply house:
- adequate gauge and length of wire for your application
- proper size fuses or breakers to handle amperage
- proper wire connectors for your application
- fasteners appropriate for application that are strong enough to hold unit
For certain applications conduit may be required. Check local electrical
codes.
Also, if you run the wiring in conduit and wish to be able to turn the heater,
be sure to purchase enough flexible conduit to allow the heater to be turned.
Mounting Height
When the airflow of the heater is directed vertically or horizontally the
minimum mounting height 6 feet from vertical side walls and 8 feet above floor
(8 feet above floor for Canada). Mounting heights depend upon building
utilizations and heater KW capacity.
Distance From Walls
Be sure to maintain 8″ minimum clearance to walls and ceilings.
Installing U-Mounting Bracket Hook
The GH Heater comes with U-Shaped bracket for installing the heater to the
Ceiling/Wall bracket, allowing the heater to be quickly and easily installed.
- Attached the U-shaped bracket to the heater by placing the large fender washer between the bracket and the healer so that it can rutile and then fasten it tightly using the threaded bolt provided in the hardware package.
- Install the 2 pes 1/4″-20 machine screws into the Ceiling/Wall Bracket leaving them loose and leaving least 3/8″ of the shaft exposed
- Insert the hooks of the U-shaped bracket onto the exposed 1/4″-20 machine screws. This will hold the heater in place while the screws are being tighten. This two piece bracket design makes it quick and easy for one person to install and hang the heater. (Refer to Figure 1),
Installing the Ceiling/Wall Mounting Bracket
Locate a stud in ceiling or wall and securely fasten bracket to supporting
surface with 2 fasteners (appropriate for application and strong enough to
hold unit) at least 1-1/4″ in length.
Louver Adjustment: (Do not adjust while heater is operational):
The Louvers are opened during testing at factory, but may have shifted during
shipping. Confirm louvers are rotated less than 45 degrees from horizontal
before operation. To adjust the opening angle, grasp the left and right end of
louver and twist with two hands to the desired position.
CAUTION: Increasing the angle beyond 45″ degrees from horizontal may
restrict air flow casing the over temperature limit to activate and shut off
the heater.
THERMOSTAT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Setting Thermostat
- Set the thermostat dial to the maximum temperature.
- Once the room reaches the desired temperature, turn the thermostat dial back until the heating elements turn off. The heater will cycle automatically around this present temperature. To increase temperature, turn the thermostat knob clockwise. To lower temperature, turn the thermostat counterclockwise.
WIRING AND OPTIONAL REMOTE THERMOSTAT CONNECTION
WARNING
Before proceeding further with the installation of this heater, turn off the
power and lock to the supply line for the heater at the main service box.
Power Supply Connection
Connect the power supply wires to the lugs on the terminal board marked L1 and
L2. Torque lugs to 35 In-Ibs. Connect the power supply ground wire to the
equipment ground in the case (green wire, lug or screw).
Line Voltage Wall Thermostat Option
‘The heater is equipped with a built-in thermostat, but can be wired for a
Line Voltage wall thermostat.
The thermostat must be 22 Amps for 240V heaters and 25 Amps for 208V heaters.
Run the power supply to the wall thermostat and then to the heater. The tum
the thermostat control knob to the highest setting and leave it there.
This will bypass the internal thermostat enabling the wall thermostat 1o
control the temperature.
Low Voltage Wall Thermostat Option
A low voltage (24V) wall thermostat can only be used In conjunction with a
special transformer relay purchased separately:
Model 24A01G-3 or RC840T-240/U for 240V heaters or Model 24A05E-1 for 208V
heaters.
Contact factory for other available options.
CAUTION: Do not use a 24V thermostat without installing the optional
transformer relay for risk of fire and/or bodily harm.
Volts | Watts | Amps | Wire Size | Circult Protection |
---|---|---|---|---|
208V | 5000 | 24 | #10/2 | 30/2 |
240V | 5,000 | 21 | #10/2 | 30/2 |
NOTE: *240V heater will operate at 208V producing 25% less wattage and will draw 13% less amperage
WIRING AND OPTIONAL REMOTE THERMOSTAT CONNECTION
Model Wiring GH2407TB/GH24010TB
Power Supply Connection
Connect the power supply wires to the wire leads in the junction box. Connect
the ground wire to the ground lug.
Wiring Instructions for Remote Mechanical Thermostat:
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The remote wall thermostat must be rated for 240V and 1-Pole only, do not use a 2-Pole thermostat.
Caution: DO NOT use a low voltage (24 volt) thermostat. -
Pull off the red wire (RT1) and black wire (RT2) from the terminal block. This will disconnect the internal thermostat.
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Connect the field wires for the remote thermostat to the screw terminals marked (RT1) and (RT2). Connect ground wire to the heater ground.
DO NOT MAKE ANY FIELD CONNECTIONS TO RT3.
Wiring Instructions for King HOOT Thermostat
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Pull off the red wire (AT1) and black wire (RT2) from the terminal block. This will disconnect the internal thermostat.
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The King HOOT requires a 3rd a wire installation. Run three conductors plus ground (240V rated) from the wall thermostat to the heater. Connect the thermostat leads as
follows: Black to (RT1), Red to (RT2) and Blue to (RT3). Connect ground wire to the heater ground. -
Refer to the manufactures instructions when using another 3-wire thermostat for proper connections to the heater.
Low Voltage Wall Thermostat Option
‘A low voltage (24V) wall thermostat can only be used in conjunction ‘with a
special transformer relay purchased separately:
Model 24A01G-3 or RCB40T-240/U for 240V heaters or Model 24A05E-1 or
RCB40T-240/U for 208V heaters.
Note that the transformer relay only requires a 3 amp rating In this
application. It connects into the control circult where the contactor ‘will
carry the amp load. Contact factory for other avallable options.
CAUTION: Do not use a 24V thermostat without Installing the optional
transformer relay for risk of fire and/or bodly harm.
Volts | Watts | Amps | Wire Size | Circult Protection |
---|---|---|---|---|
208V | 7,500 | 36 | #8/2 | 50/2 |
208V | 9,200 | 44.2 | #6/2 | 60/2 |
240V | 7,500 | 31.2 | #8/2 | 40/2 |
240V | 10,000 | 41.6 | #6/2 | 60/2 |
NOTE: *240V heater will operate at 208V producing 25% less wattage and will draw 13% less amperage
SMART LIMIT PROTECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Heater Safety Limit Tripped?
This heater is equipped with a thermal overload Smart Limit Protection which
disconnects elements and motor in the event normal operating tempera- tures
are exceeded.
If thermal overload trips due to abnormal operating temperatures, thermal
overload Shall remain open until manually reset by turning the heater OFF for
fifteen minutes. Inspect for any objects on or adjacent to the heater that may
cause high temperatures. After inspecting the heater, keep the power to the
heater off for 15 minutes to reset the SLP thermal protector. If the SLP
thermal protector shuts the heater off again, immediately turn the heater OFF
at the circuit breaker and inspect the heater for possible fan motor failure
or dirt and lint on the heating element. Repeat the starting procedure.
DO NOT TAMPER OR REMOVE THIS THIS DEVICE
Maintenance
With proper care your electric heater should last a lifetime, however,
seasonal cleaning is recommended to maintain the efficiency of the heater.
Keep heating element, fan and motor free of debris. Use compressed air to blow
out any debris.
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• 9131 10TH AVENUE SOUTH
• SEATTLE, WA 98108
• PH:206 762 0400
• FAX: 206 763 7738 www.king-electric.com