heat wagon P600 Portable and Construction Heaters

Specifications:

Model| Heat Output (Max BTU’s)| Watts (Max)| Electrical Rating| Amp Draw (Max)| Air Flow| Ambient Thermostat| Weight| Ducting (Max)| dB Noise| UL Listed| Dimensions
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
P600| 20,500 / N/A / N/A| 6,000 / N/A / N/A| 208V| 25 / 25 / N/A| 250 CFM| Yes| 32.9 lbs| N/A| N/A| 20L x 12W x 17H

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions:

• This heater is hot when in use. Avoid direct contact with hot surfaces.
• Keep combustible materials at least 6 feet away from the heater.
• Do not use near flammable liquids or in areas with flammable vapors.

Operating Instructions:

1. Ensure the heater is plugged directly into a wall outlet.
2. Use the handle when moving the heater.

Maintenance Instructions:
Regularly inspect the cord and plug for any damage. Do not operate if damaged.

FAQ:

• Q: Can I use the heater outdoors?
  A: No, the heater is designed for indoor use only.

• Q: What should I do if the cord is damaged?
  A: Do not operate the heater and replace the cord immediately to avoid any safety hazards.

For Indoor Use Only
Not For Use Outdoors

For your safety : Do not use this heater in a space where gasoline or other liquids having flammable vapors are stored.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS HEATER

1. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use the handle when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials at least 6 feet (2 meters) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear
2. Extreme caution is necessary when the heater is used near children or invalids and whenever the heater is left unattended
3. Always unplug the heater when not in use
4. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to an authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair
5. Do not use outdoors
6. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas, and similar indoor locations. Never locate the heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other liquid container
7. Do not run the cord under the carpeting. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange the cord away from the traffic area and where it will not be tripped over
8. TO DISCONNECT THE HEATER, reduce the ambient thermostat to zero. The fan will continue to run (P1800,4000,6000) until the unit cools and shuts down automatically, turns the switch off, and disconnects the power. For P600, P900 let the fan run for one minute then after cooldown, turn the switch off, and disconnect power.
9. Connect to properly grounded outlets only
10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater
11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on  soft surfaces, where openings may become blocked
12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are used or stored
13. Do not point to flammable materials
14. Use the heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons
15. Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip)
16. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARRANTY

All new Heat Wagon and Sure Flame heaters and fans are guaranteed against defective materials and workmanship for one (1) year from invoice date. Warranty repairs may be made only by an authorized, trained, and certified Heat Wagon dealer. Warranty repairs by other entities will not be considered. Warranty claims must include model number and serial number.

LIMITATIONS
Evidence of improper electric power, misapplication or evidence of abuse may be cause for rejection of warranty claims. Travel time, mileage and shipping charges will not be allowed. Minor adjustments of heaters are the dealers’ responsibility.  Defective parts must be tagged and held for a possible return to the factory for 60 days from the date of repair. The factory will provide a return goods authorization, (RGA) for defective parts to be returned. No warranty will be allowed for parts not purchased from Heat Wagon. The heater is not intended for use in pest remediation.

SPECIFICATIONS

PRINCIPAL OF OPERATION

P600, P900, P1800-1, P1800-3

P4000, P6000

OPERATION
REVIEW AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL. THEY ARE ESSENTIAL FOR SAFE USE OF THE HEATER. FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES.
To start heating:

1. Place the heater on a stable, level surface. Make sure that no explosive or combustible fumes or dust are present. See that the heater is not exposed to water spray, rain, or dripping water.

   • Minimum clearances from combustible materials:
   • Outlet: 6 feet, Sides: 1 foot, Top: 2 feet, Rear: 2 feet
   • Floor: combustible

2. Connect the heater to a proper power source. The P600 requires a 240V, 60Hz single phase 25 Amp power source. The P900 requires a 240V, 60Hz single phase, 40 Amp power source. The P1800-1 requires a 240V, 60 Hz single phase, 75 Amp power source. The P1800-3 requires a 240V, 60 Hz three phase, 50 Amp power source. The P4000 requires a 480V, 60 Hz three phase, 50 Amp power source. The P6000 requires a 480V three-phase, 75 Amp power source. Also, ALL POWER SOURCES.
   NEED TO BE EQUIPPED WITH A CIRCUIT BREAKER!
   Note : When power is first applied to the unit, the heater fan may blow air out of the heater INLET. If this condition occurs, (after first removing power from the cord) reverse the first two hot wires at the heater terminal inlet block. (3 Phase Models Only)

3. Set the remote thermostat to a temperature above the ambient room temperature by turning the knob. NOTE: The heater will start only if the thermostat “calls for heat” meaning that it is set to higher than prevailing ambient temperature.

4. Set the selector switch to the desired heating setting. For the P1800 series, the options are #1 for ventilation (fan only), #2 for low heat output of 12Kw (41,000 Btu’s), or #3 for high
   output of 18Kw (65,000 Btu’s).
   For the P4000, the switches are labeled S1 with a heat output of 16Kw (54,600 Btu), S1 and S2 with a heat output of 32Kw (109,200 Btu), or S1, S2, and S3 with a heat output of 40Kw (136,000 Btu’s).
   For the P6000, the switches are labeled S1 with a heat output of 24Kw (81,900 Btu), S1 and S2 with a heat output of 48Kw (163,800 Btu), or S1, S2, and S3 with a heat output of 60Kw (204,700 Btu’s).
   The heater will now operate automatically, controlled by the thermostat.

To Stop Heating : (P1800, P4000, P6000)

1. Turn all switches to “Off”.
2. Allow the fan to run until the unit stops automatically, controlled by the unit cooldown thermostat (fan switch). The heater may cycle more than once.
3. Unplug the power supply cable after the fan has stopped cooling down the heater completely

To Stop Heating: (P600, P900)

1. Reduce the ambient (room) thermostat to the “Heat Off” position.
2. Allow the fan to run for at least two minutes.
3. Flip the switch to the “Off” position.
4. Unplug heater.

NOTE : The heater is equipped with an overheat limit switch which may cause the heater to stop. Check and remove the cause for overheating before restarting.
Never disconnect the supply plug to stop the heater while in operation!!

MAINTENANCE

Never service the heater while it is plugged in, running, or hot. Severe bodily injury or electric shock may occur. Only qualified persons are allowed to open the heater for service.

1. Keep the heater clean (ex. dry wall dust). Use pressurized air to blow fan blades clean.
   NOTE: Use moderate pressure to avoid damage to fan blades.

2. Inspect the heater before and after each use.

3. The bearings of the fan motor are permanently lubricated and sealed No additional lubrication is needed

GENERAL ELECTRIC HEATER SIZING ISSUES

When running Heat Wagon electric heaters from a generator, it is extremely important to make sure that the generator selected for your heater is not undersized. The single largest service issue with Heat Wagon electric heaters is improper set up relating to inadequate voltage due to too small of an electric source and/or too small of a power cord.

Generator Selection for Heat Wagon Electric Heaters
The chart below will help you when it comes to selecting the correct generator required for your Heat Wagon heater:

So, by reviewing the above chart, a P1800-1 would require a minimum of 18,000 Watt (18KW), a 240-volt single-phase generator that can provide 75 amps of continuous power.

Heating Coil Ohm Readings

• P600 – 20
• P900 – 20
• P1800’s – 26
• P4000 – 85
• P6000 – 54

ELECTRICAL CORD SELECTION FOR HEAT WAGON ELECTRIC HEATERS
Once you have established that you have enough power to properly run a Heat Wagon Electric Heater, you still need to deliver the power to the heater adequately. You will need to do a Voltage Drop Formula. The Voltage Drop Formula is amps (source), times resistance (cord’s wire size) equals voltage drop. A cord wire size resistance chart is below:

Wire Size Resistance Chart

• 4 0.000308 Resistance per Foot

• 6 0.000403 Resistance per Foot

• 8 0.000641 Resistance per Foot

• 10 0.00102 Resistance per Foot

• 12 0.00162 Resistance per Foot

• 14 0.00258 Resistance per Foot

• 16 0.00409 Resistance per Foot

• 18 0.00651 Resistance per Foot

A sample formula is listed below:

• Example: P1800-1 phase 75 amp
• Minimum Voltage Required=208V
• 150 ft. x 12 gauge wire (0.00162) = .24
• 75 amps x .24 = 18.0 volt drop
• 220v (at source) – 18v = 202 volts
• Conclusion: The heater will not run, the wire is too small or the cord is too long.

Options to Correct the Situation

1. Increase gauge of wire: If you increased your wire 6 gauge wire, then your formula would be as follows:
   • Example: P1800-1 phase 75 amp
   • Minimum Voltage Required=208V
   • 150 ft. x 6 gauge wire (0.000403) = 0.0605
   • 75 amps x 0.0605 = 4.53 volt drop
   • 220 volts (at source) –4.53 volts= 215.46 volts
   • Now, your heater will run properly.
2. Run a shorter cord. If by chance you could use a 50ft cord instead of a 150ft cord, then your formula would be as follows:
   • Example: P1800-1 phase 75 amp
   • Minimum Voltage Required=208V
   • 50ft. x 12 gauge wire (0.00162) = .08
   • 75 amps x .08= 6 volt drop
   • 220 volts (at source) –6 volts= 214 volts
   • Now, your heater will run properly

P600 PARTS BREAKDOWN

P600 WIRING DIAGRAM

P900 PARTS BREAKDOWN P900 WIRING DIAGRAM P1800-1, P1800-3, P1800D PARTS BREAKDOWN

WIRING DIAGRAM HEAT WAGON P1800
SINGLE PHASE P4000 – P6000 PARTS BREAKDOWN

P4000 – P6000 PARTS BREAKDOWN

P4000 – P6000 CONTROL BOX

P4000 – P6000 WIRING P4000 – P6000 WIRING

ELECTRIC HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING

Before beginning the Troubleshooting section, please review the Set-up and Installation section of this manual. Most technical issues can be resolved with proper set-up and preventative maintenance 342 N. Co. Rd. 400 East
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