HERSCHEL 2600 Summit Ceiling Or Wall Mounted Infrared Heaters Instruction Manual

: June 14, 2024
: HERSCHEL

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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HERSCHEL 2600 Summit Ceiling Or Wall Mounted Infrared Heaters

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Rated Power: 2000 – 2600W at 208 – 240V
Heating Element: Herschel Kanthal AF
Emitter: Structured Aluminium surface with Black or White coating
Dimensions: 59” x 6.3” x 1.7”
Remote control: 2 power levels (100% & 50%) & 0-24 hour timer (24 x 1 hour increments)
Warm-up time: <10 Minutes
Useful wavelength range: 3 – 10μm
Weight: 8.6kg / 19 lbs
Warranty: 2 Years (excludes remote control)
Protection: IP64

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Failure to observe these instructions will invalidate the warranty. This unit may be a source of possible shock. Do not disassemble. No user-serviceable parts inside. Source of possible ignition.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

Remove the unit from its packaging and check it to ensure it is in good condition before installing and operating.
Send the packaging to be recycled. DO NOT let children play with plastic bags or other parts of the packaging.
CAUTION: Risk of Electric shock
a. This appliance must be disconnected from its power source during installation or service activities and when replacing.
b. DO NOT use this heater in the immediate surroundings of a bath, shower or swimming pool or hot tub where it could fall into a container full of water.
c. Switches and other controls must not be within reach of a person in a bath, pool, hot tub or shower.
d. DO NOT touch this heater or its controls with wet hands.
e. DO NOT allow power cables to become immersed in water or other liquid.
f. DO NOT open or try to repair the heater yourself. Servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.
The SUMMIT is not equipped with a device to control the room temperature. Do not use for room heating when rooms are occupied by people incapable of leaving the room on their own, unless constant supervision is provided.
In order to avoid overheating and potential fire hazard, DO NOT cover the heater under any circumstances. If the heater should become accidentally covered during operation, turn it off immediately and clear out any foreign objects that have covered the heater.
DO NOT touch the heater when in use. Parts of the heater exceed 200°C / 392°F during operation. Contact with the heater during operation may cause severe burns. Do not touch the heater during or for 30 minutes after operation.
DO NOT use the heater if the power cord is damaged. This must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
DO NOT use the heater to ignite materials. DO NOT operate in locations containing gasoline, flammable liquids or other volatile substances.
DO NOT install this heater near, or pointing towards flammable objects within 1m / 3 feet or where curtains, towels or other flammable items can be blown onto the heater.
This heater must only be used for the heating of people or buildings. The SUMMIT is not to be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, regardless of whether they have been given instruction or are under supervision. Children should be kept away and should not be left unsupervised around the unit.
All operators shall only switch on/off the appliance provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not plug in, switch on or regulate the appliance or perform user maintenance including cleaning.
IMPORTANT: Ensure supply voltage does not exceed 245 volts.

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WATER INGRESS PROTECTION:

Herschel SUMMIT is rated to a standard IP64. If used outdoors the Herschel SUMMIT must be under permanent cover and fully protected against the risk of any water ingress or exposure to rainfall. The canopy/roof/cover must be of a permanent nature and minimum distances observed, as detailed in Diagram 3, page 4 of these instructions. The cover must extend a minimum of 2m (79”) around the heater. Herschel SUMMIT is not intended for installation in locations that are permanently wet or humid. Installation in potentially wet or humid rooms such as bathrooms must be carried out by a suitably qualified installer and comply with local electrical safety requirements. Installation must be such that:

the heater must not be able to become detached from the fittings and fall into a bathtub, shower, swimming pool or other water container;
Switches and other controls cannot be touched by a person in a bath or shower.

If in doubt, do not install. Herschel Infrared Ltd shall not be liable for any loss, damage or injury caused or resulting from inadequate fitting or incorrect placement of heaters close to water sources.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

Installation must only be carried out by competent persons or a qualified electrician according to national regulations. Wiring must be connected in accordance with the relevant national electrical safety standards and must be earthed. The electrical supply to the unit should be provided by connecting to a circuit protected by a fuse or miniature circuit breaker suitable for the electrical rating of the unit in accordance with Table 1 and providing disconnection in both poles. Any electrical connections intended for use outdoors must have water ingress protection ratings as good as, or better, than the protection rating of the heater (IP64)

Table 1. Electrical Specification

Model	Power	Voltage	Current	Frequency
SUMMIT 2600 & 2600R	2000 – 2600W	208 -240V	11 A	60Hz

The mounting position of the unit must ensure that any mechanical damage to the flexible cable is unlikely.
Any exposed flexible cable is to hang down (not tied UP) & must have adequate clearance from the heater to prevent scorching or damaging the cable.

The Kanthal element used in the SUMMIT produces an inrush current when first switched on. If 4 or more Non-Remote-Control units are intended for installation on the same circuit, a soft start device must be used to protect the heaters. Please refer to your electrician or Herschel for further information and to obtain recommended soft start units. Failure to do so will damage the heaters and invalidate the warranty.

Figure 1.
Rear of SUMMIT 2600R & 2600 showing power box location

To fit the power cable:

Unscrew the lid from the power box on the rear of the heater and gently prize out the circular blanking plate (for power cable access).
Electrical Information

Fit the 22.3mm / 7/8 “ cable gland supplied into the lid to provide water ingress protection to the mains power cable.

Connect the external mains supply wiring to the internal wiring using the spring screw terminals supplied. Colour coding used in the internal power cable is as follows:

BLACK is to be connected to Live 1 (hot);
RED is to be connected to Live 2;
GREEN is to be connected to GROUND.

Re-fit and screw-down the power box lid.

MOUNTING POSITION

The SUMMIT must be installed paying special attention to the minimum clearances stated in these instructions. The heater must be mounted on a rigid fixing. The ideal position of the SUMMIT is on a ceiling directly above the area to be heated. If this is not possible, SUMMIT can be mounted on a wall and angled downwards.

The recommended installation height of the SUMMIT is 2.1m to 2.7m / 83”to 106” from the floor according to the expected application (see Figure 2). Under no circumstances is the unit to be installed at less than 1.8m / 71” from the floor. In all cases it should be installed at a height where it cannot be touched in operation.

Figure 2. SUMMIT heated area and applications

The Far Infrared heat of SUMMIT is characterised by a consistent, comfortable heat distribution over the heated area. The zone heated by the SUMMIT will increase in size the higher the heater is installed from the floor, but the warmth experienced from the heater will be lower. The mounting height and intensity should reflect the intended use of the heater.

Mount the heater at a lower height in areas intended for low physical activity (for example a seating area) or areas subject to airflow (outside or near open doors).

Mount higher where less intense warmth is needed (for example warehouses where workers are active and wear warm clothing).

The Herschel SUMMIT must be located in a position to allow proper and efficient use but one that ensures hot parts are not touched accidentally.

Consideration should be given to any temporary or occasional additions such as stages or platforms and adjusted accordingly. For outdoor use, or other areas with air movement/wind the directional Far Infrared spread may reduce by 1/3 to 1/2. In these areas, we recommend mounting at the lowest recommended height and proportionally increasing the number of heaters. Power can also be adjusted with the 2600R model.

Wall/ceiling mount swivel brackets and accessories are provided with the heater which has been specifically designed to allow this product to be fitted to a wall or ceiling with adequate clearances (140mm or 5.5”) at the back of the unit. The sides and ends of the heater must be positioned at least 300mm / 12” away from the nearest wall or other surface.

For longer distances from the ceiling, an optional wire suspension kit can be purchased from a recommended supplier.

Please contact Herschel for further information.

INSTALLATION

Figure 3:
Swivel Bracket Assembly
Installation

Mounting Hardware Includes:

4 x bracket pieces (fit together to form 2 brackets with central pivot)
4 x bolts with expansion plugs (for fitting brackets onto ceiling or wall)
2 x slider plates (fit into grooves on rear of heater)
4 x small bolts to fit brackets onto slider plates
4 x small bolts with nuts (to form the pivot on the brackets)
2 x screws (fit into slider plates to clamp the slider plate in position on the heater).

Diagram 3:
Mounting options and minimum distances to objects.

CAUTION:

Ensure mains power is OFF before commencing installation.
The supplied mains cable must not contact the top surface of the heater during operation.
Heater must not be located immediately below a socket outlet. Electrical connections must be made outside of the footprint of the unit to avoid heat build-up. If the heater is to be mounted on an incline (e.g. sloping roof), ensure the electrical connection is located below the lowest end of the heater.
Joists, beams and rafters shall not be cut or notched to install the appliance.
This heater is not intended for ceiling-recessed installation.
The identification mark and model reference should be visible after installation.
The SUMMIT must not be attached facing or close to any combustible material (eg, wood or PVC cladding, fascia or soffit) or other materials that could blow onto the heater.
The fixed wiring insulation coming into contact with parts with a temperature rise of greater than 50°C must be protected, for example, by sleeving having an appropriate temperature rating.

OPERATION BY REMOTE CONTROLLER

The Herschel SUMMIT 2600R is operated from the remote control supplied with the heater. The SUMMIT 2600 has no remote control.
Insert 2 x AAA Alkaline batteries into the remote control.

Remote Control Function

POWER BUTTON: Turns heater on or off.
UP BUTTON: Increases the temperature and timer level.
DOWN BUTTON: Decreases temperature and timer level.
LEVEL BUTTON: Use to adjust heat levels (L1-L2). Press the Level button then use the up and down buttons (2 and 3) to increase or decrease the heating level.
TIMER BUTTON: Use to set the timer from 00 – 24 hours.
Adjust using buttons 2 & 3 to the number of hours you would like to set.

All Herschel remote controls have the same frequency, so it is possible to control several heaters with just one remote.

Safety & Energy-saving protection:

If a heater with remote control is left switched on continuously for a week (168 hours), the heater will automatically switch itself off and must be restarted.
Heaters with remote controllers are equipped with an overheat switch which will cut power to the heater if it senses an overheat in the electronics. Please let the heater cool down for 15 minutes before attempting to restart.

INITIAL USE

Before first use, ensure the emissive (front) surface is free of fingerprints and other contamination before turning on heater for the first time. There may be an odour or vapour from the heater on initial use or if heater has not been used for an extended period. This is normal.

USER MAINTENANCE:

Switch off the heater and allow it to cool completely. The SUMMIT may be wiped-down with a clean damp cloth. Do not use abrasive detergents solvents or citrus-based cleaners to clean the unit. In marine or other corrosive environments, the unit may be gently sprayed clean with clean water. After cleaning, it is advisable to warm the heater for 10 – 20 minutes to dry the unit and prevent staining.

WARRANTY:

Register your product here:
https://www.herschel-infrared.com/customer-service/warranty-registration/

The Herschel SUMMIT is guaranteed against failure due to faulty materials or workmanship for two years from date of purchase. In the unlikely event of failure of the unit within this time, the unit must be returned to the supplier for repair or replacement. The guarantee is invalid if the correct installation instructions as given in this leaflet have not been adhered to. Refer to Herschel Infrared Ltd’s warranty policy for full details.
Excludes Remote Control Unit.
See https://www.herschel-infrared.com.

Note your serial number here for future reference:

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:

Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PURCHASER:

Before utilizing the product, you should determine the suitability of the product for its intended use. HERSCHEL INFRARED LTD expressly disclaims the implied warranties and conditions of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no case shall HERSCHEL INFRARED LTD be liable under any legal theory, including but not limited to contract or strict liability, for any direct, indirect special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from product use.

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Original instructions covering SUMMIT 2600 & 2600R produced 012019 onwards.
SUMMIT 2600 conforms to UL 2021:2015 Ed.4+R:14Dec2016 and CSA C22.2#46:2013 Ed.9