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1. Vulcan Heater Congratulations for choosing VULCAN elec tric heating system It is loaded with 37 000 BTU s of heat power offers wide range of air flows and precise temperature controls features individually controlled heating elements variable speed blower and programmable temperature controller 25 thermocouple probe can measure containment air or material temperature for efficient and safe heat control The intended use of the Vulcan is temporary heat for construction sites and restoration projects to shorten structural drying Vulcan delivers the heat safely and efficiently where you need it When you need it CAUTION Caution High temperature keep electrical cords drapery RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK and other furnishings at least 3 Ft 0 9 m from the exhaust of DO NOT OPEN the heater and from the side and rear NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE Prudence Attention haute temp rature garder les cordons Risque d lectrocution lectriques les draps couvertures et d autres fournitures Ne pas ouvrir au moins 3 pi 0 9 m de l chappement de l appareil de Aucune pi ce utilisable l int rieur chauffage sur le c t et en arri re This equipment to be operated only by trained personnel Do not use with combustible or explosive material Do not expose to water or rain Connect only to grounded outlet with GFCI device Disconnect power for cleaning and servicing Cet quipemen2. Duct Connections Intake 10 diameter connection Outlet 10 diameter ring Maximum ambient temperature 122 F 50 C Operation Suitable for indoors DRY location only Tested by TUV lab to comply with UL 1278 and CSA IEC 60635 1 amp 2 electrical safety standards The heater is NEC compliant PARTS LIST sise PART Z Vulcan 37K 230V OHV 230 Range Adapter 8 50 amp 125 250 EDP50R Dryer Adapter 8 30 amp 125 250 EDP30D Pleat Filter 15 X15 X5 OPF1212 Clamp QCW12 Flexible Duet 10 isa OAD10 Thermocouple 25 ft RTS12 Options Range Adapter 15 125 250 50 amp EDP50 1 Dryer Adapter 15 125 250 30 amp EDP30D Thermocouple K 3 ft RTS12 Introduction The manual is a guide for safe operation and maintenance of the Vulcan unit Please read and understand this manual completely before operat ing and installing the heating unit on a job Vulcan Operation Overview Vulcan delivers up to 37 000 BTU and 400 cfm of air flow at temperatures from ambient to 160 F The heater outlet can be ducted to deliver heat where need ed The air intake could be open to ambient air or duct ed from a dehumidifier At air flow of 350 cfm operating with all 6 heaters the temperature rise at 350 CFM 15 95 F above the ambi ent air When operating on 30 amp circuit with 3 heat ers the tempe
3. qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance 1f it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified technician AVERTISSEMENT INSTRUCTIONS DE MISE LA TERRE Cet appareil doit tre mis la terre En cas de d faillance ou de panne la terre r duira le risque de choc lectrique en fournissant un chemin de moindre r sistance au courant lectrique Cet appareil est quip d un cordon comportant un conducteur de appareil la terre et une prise de mise la terre La prise de mise la terre doit tre branch e dans une prise lectrique appropri e install e et mise la terre conform ment aux codes et r glements locaux ATTENTION Une connexion incorrecte du conducteur de appareil la terre peut entra ner un risque de choc lectrique V rifier avec un lectricien qualifi ou un repr sentant de service si vous tes dans le doute si l appareil est correctement mise la terre Ne pas modifier la fiche fournie avec l appareil si elle n entre pas dans la prise faites installer une prise ad quate par un technicien qualifi Table of Contents MOG Be 1 Safety Instructions 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 PS BIS ee 4 Operations Overview 4 CORTO 5 Operating Instruc
4. accessories excluding filters will be for a period of 2 twelve 12 months from the date of purchase be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and 2 service 5 THE PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR 2 2 REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS F O B OMNITEC DESIGN INC 4640 Campus Place 110 Mukilteo WA 98275 www omnitecdesign com S In order to keep this in effect the purchaser must i return this signed LIMITED WARRANTY to Omnitec Design within 30 days of purchase date 11 have promptly informed Omnitec Design s Customer Service of any defects and 11 properly used and maintained the Product v This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or defects due to 1 improper or negligent handling or unauthorized mod ifications 11 defective or improper premises chemical or electrical influences or 11 weather or other influences of nature LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF OMNITEC DESIGN OR ITS SUPPLIERS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND OMNITEC DESIGN EXPRESSLY S DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE LIMITATION OF REMEDY 5 Under no circumstance shall Omnitec Design or any supplier of Omnitec Design be liable for any loss or damage including S but not limited to loss or damage arising out of the failure of the Products to operate fo
5. should replace inter nal heater parts Removable control panel provides easy access to panel mounted components The heating ele ments and blower motor can be accessed by removing cover panels on the bottom Note Start testing with Temperature Control switch in MAN position Problem POWER red light does not come when plugged in 230 Vac 1 ph power e Check the power supply source and the extension cords are in good working condition and providing 230 Problem Blower is running but AIRFLOW light 18 off Increase the blower speed until the AIRFLOW light comes on if no AIRFLOW light comes on and con tactors do not energize loud click problem could be e Faulty air flow switch Problem Blower is running AIRFLOW light 1s on but SAFETY light is off while heater 1s cool e TS 1 Safety thermo switch needs to be checked It is set to open at 180 F and close again at 150 F Problem Blower is running AIRFLOW and SAFE TY lights are on but contactors do not click on heater switches do not illuminate when switched ON e If heater is hot let the airflow cool it down High limit thermo switch TS 2 is set to open at 160 F and reset automatically at 135 F e One or both contactors could be faulty Problem Both contactors are energized but some heater switches do not illuminate when selected Note Contactor 1 controls heater elements 1 2 and 3 Contactor 2 controls heater elements 4 5 and 6
6. RFLOW SAFETY AIRFLOW ON HEATER ELEMENTS OFF a amp service figure 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking Check unit for damage Don t operate when damaged in any way Operation 1 Inspect Vulcan and the power cord for any damag es before using Do not use the system or the cords if damaged Read Caution statement 2 Locate the unit in safe DRY area INGS and CAUTIONS on page 2 3 Turn all heater switches OFF and Temperature Control switch to MAN 4 Plug your unit into 220V AC I phase 30 or 50 amp power supply POWER light will come ON Note Use only power source with ground and over current protection The power cord should be rated for 250VAC 50 amp service and have minimum of 3 6 and 1 8 conductors 5 Turn AIRFLOW controller knob from OFF to your required speed and the AIRFLOW status light will turn ON 6 When AIRFLOW light is on and internal heater temperature 16 less than 180 the SAFETY light will turn ON 7 Turn ON the individual heating elements starting with 1 For 30 amp power supply only 1 2 amp 3 elements 20 500 BTU can be ON For 50 amps all 6 heaters 37 000 BTU can be turned ON see WARN Manual Temperature Control Temperature Control switch should be in MAN position To regulate the heater temp activate only number of heating elements required for the heat rise Increasing airflow will de crease the exhaust air temperature Internal heater temperature is l
7. Test e Turn ON one heater at the time to check each heat er circuit The heater switch will illuminate when heater 15 turned on and functioning e Check the heater output for the temperature rise If selected heater switch does not illuminate problem could be e Faulty heater switch or heating element Problem Heater is frequently cycling ON and OFF as the High temperature switch operates between 160 and 135 F Watch heaters switch lights for cycling frequency e Reduce number of heating elements turned ON e Increase air flow e Check for obstacles on suction and discharge side This could be dirty filter or a long ducting Temperature Controller in AUTO mode Temperature Controller TC will display temperature measured by the thermocouple all the time but only in AUTO mode will it use the measured temperature and the set point SP temperature to control the heaters When SP is reached the heaters are turned off till tem perature drops 15 F below SP then turned on again The SP temperature can be adjusted with Up Down arrows at any time NOTE The programming functions on Temperature Controller are locked to prevent unauthorized program changes See programming section of the manual to unlock reset or change the program Problem Heater works when Temperature Control switch is in MAN but heaters turn off when TC con trols the heaters in AUTO e The thermocouple must be plugged in for TC t
8. erature switch is set to shut off heating elements when internal heater temperature is 160 F and restart at 135 F In AUTO mode the Temperature Controller measures remote air or material temperature by a 25 Temperature Controller and compared with selected Set Point 160 F maximum Temperature Controller automatically turns selected heating elements on and off to maintain the set point The Safety circuit protects the unit from overheating If heater looses a minimum required air flow all the heaters will shut down until the airflow 1s restored Also 1f internal heater temperature reaches 180 F the safety thermo switch TS 1 shuts the heating elements down and restarts automatically at 150 F Electrical Requirements Vulcan unit requires 230V AC 1 Phase power source with over current pro tection rated at 50 amp maximum It can be dryer range outlets generator or hardwired into electrical panel by acertified electrician The amperage draw will depend on the number of elements engaged Each element draws about 8 amps For maximum heat gain use all 6 heating elements Note Heater can operate on 208V AC at reduced heat output Operator s Controls figure 1 1 Blower speed controller with OFF and Max Low provides adjustable airflow settings 72 Hour meter displays the hours the unit operates 3 Temperature Controller displays measured temperature Set Point and provides automatic ON OFF heaters control 4 Thermoc
9. imited to 160 F When this high limit is reached thermo switch TS 2 turns all active heaters off and automatically restarts at 135 F Note The exhausted air temp may be considerably higher then 160 F If the 160 F thermo switch is frequently turning the heaters OFF ON reduce the number of heating ele ments or increase the air flow to stay below 160 F Auto Temperature Control Switch temperature con trol switch to AUTO position On Temperature Con troller use up down arrows to set the desired tempera ture Set Point SP up to 160 F Locate the thermo couple end in measured area or targeted material The Temperature Controller will display the measured tem perature and selected set point SP When SP temperature 1s reached Temperature Control ler will turn heating elements Off and automatically restart when temperature drops 15 F below the SP Change your SP as needed at any time After the heater stabilizes at your required temperature check the operation of the heating elements If the Temperature Controller is frequently turning the heat ers OFF ON reduce the number of active heaters or increase the air flow Shut Down Procedure The heat energy stored in the heating elements could heat up the outer surface of the unit 1f it 1s shut down without any cooling down period To prevent this and to maximize the life of the heating elements follow this procedure 1 Switch all heating elements to OFF
10. o operate If Temperature Controller display reads NO CONT thermocouple could be faulty e The SP temperature must be set above the tempera ture measured by the thermocouple for heaters to turn on use Up Down arrows to change the SP NOTE High temp limit switch shuts down heater at 160 F internal temperature even if SP calls for more heat T LEAN Ma HILTAS PDIT13 HIY ECCE A e SL DOS ET FIMNOIOWSSHL 073 NIV 49771041403 1 lt a s FAN vH3dW3l BI z en i d anqa Ad 7024109 13345 3A 8 2 131 T 41H Web e LINDY 13404 43493H Hi a 2 13 sona 2 24 o 1 24 al T T 331040 duo 0 yd I zug9 2 9 022 Ayddmg 4 E l3 NI 30 LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATION The undersigned has read and understood the below Warranty Limitation of Warranty and Limitation of Remedy PRODUCT Vulcan 37K SERIAL PURCHASED FROM DATE CUSTOMER COMPANY PHONE STREET CITY STATE ZIP CODE BY DATE SEND TO OMNITEC DESIGN INC 4640 Campus Place 110 Mukilteo WA 98275 KEEP THIS BOTTOM PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS DATE PURCHASED 99909000000000000000009000009000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000009000009090000099 lt 5 OMNITEC DESIGN INC 2 LIMITED WARRANTY 5 2 Omnitec Design Inc warrants that all products component parts and
11. ouple connector for K type sensor 5 Temperature Control mode selector switch with MAN AUTO positions 6 Heaters switches 1 true 6 ON OFF switch with internal light Lights illuminate as each heating element 1s activated If the element 1s not activated the switch light will not be illuminated Air Flow Control figure 1 1 The air flow 1s controlled by changing speed of the blower Turn a control knob from OFF to anywhere on the dial and check that AIRFLOW light turns ON Hour Meter figure 1 2 The digital hour meter measures the cumulative time the unit 15 running to tenths of an hour It stores and displays the total time when the unit 15 disconnected from power supply Temperature controller figure 1 3 Temperature Controller 18 programmed to maintain user selected set point temperature when AUTO mode is selected and remote thermocouple is connected to thermocouple plug on the control panel Place the sen sor end in containment area to monitor air or materials temperature to prevent overheating delicate parts of structure Status Lights figure 1 e POWER Red light indicates power to the unit is On e AIRFLOW Amber light indicates blower is operating and the air flow switch is closed e SAFETY Amber light indicates the air flow is safe and the heater internal temperature is below 180 F e HEATER ELEMENTS Each heating element switch illuminates when switched ON and active POWER AI
12. position 2 Allow blower to run for 2 minutes or until air flow has cooled 3 Switch blower to OFF position 4 Disconnect cords and store the unit Operation Tips Each heating element operating on 230 Vac draws 9 amps and supplies about 6 150 BTU s Ele ments 1 2 3 are 2100 W to maximize heat at 30 amp supply The High temperature switch TS 2 will turn the heat ers Off and On between 160 and 135 F To minimize the cycling balance the airflow and the number of active heaters Watch the heater switches lights to see the ON OFF operation The temperature Safety switch will turn the heaters Off and On between 180 and 150 This 1 a safety cut off and heater should not operate this hot When safety switch shuts the heaters down the SAFETY light also turns off When internal heater temperature reaches 160 F limit the exhaust air temperature would be around 180 F Take this consideration when ducting hot air to a remote containment area and setting Temp Controller SP Maintenance The blower and motor do not require any mainte nance when the heater 1s operated with MERV 11 filter in place Replace filter as needed If filter becomes clogged with debris it will reduce the performance of the unit ALWAYS UNPLUG FROM POWER BE FORE OPENING THE UNIT Trouble Shooting This guide may identify easy to correct problems in Vulcan operation and does not require opening the unit Only qualified maintenance person
13. r any period of time inconvenience the use of rental or replacement equipment loss of profits or other economic loss or general direct special indirect incidental or consequential damages or property damages y Ay Ny Ay y A NN A Ay A v AA A 5 lt PRODUCT SUITABILITY lt Many states and localities have codes and regulations governing sales construction installation and or use of products for 2 certain purposes which may vary from those in neighboring areas While Omnitec Design attempts to assure that its Products comply with such codes it cannot guarantee compliance and cannot be responsible for how the Products are S installed or used Omnitec Design recommends that before purchasing and using a Product purchasers review the Product 2 2 application and federal state and local regulations to be sure that the Products installation and use will comply with them 5 10
14. rature rise is 55 F At lower air flow the heat rise will be higher At 475 CFM the heat rise is 75 F with 6 elements on Vulcan is designed for indoor use only and it 1s 1m portant to locate heater in dry safe location Heater exhaust must be 3 feet or more from a wall or any soft material When ducting hot air to a remote area using shorter duct reduces heat losses Please read Safety warnings before starting to operate your new Vulcan Unit may be operated in horizontal or upright position with exhaust aiming up Do NOT lay unit on air intake side or block the outlet Heater has to be plugged in 230 VAC power supply equipped with over current protection The heater unit blower has to be running before the safety interlock circuit enables the heater elements to be turned on Depending on the 30 or 50 amp power supply 3 or 6 heating elements can be selected Since there are many variables from project to project we recommend to set your air flow first and then start to turn the heating ele ments on Depending on your ambient temperature selected airflow and required temperature rise the number of operating heating elements will vary Vul can offers maximum versatility with variable airflow and 6 heating elements which can be individually turned on as needed After manually setting the air flow and number of heat ing elements the heater temperature could be regulated in MAN Manual or AUTO mode In MAN the High temp
15. t tre exploit uniquement par du personnel qualifi N utilisez pas avec des mat riaux inflammables ou explosifs N exposez pas l eau ou la pluie Se connecter uniquement la sortie avec dispositif de GFCI Coupez l alimentation pour le nettoyage et l entretien AN IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using the heater e Connect ONLY to outlets that are properly grounded and have over current protection Use power cords rated at 250 VAC 50 Amp with minimum of 3 76 and 1 28 conductors e Do not operate heater with damaged cord or plug after a heater malfunction or has been dropped or damaged in any manner e Use EXTREME caution when operating the heating unit around children and anytime the unit is left unattended e disconnect heater turn all heating elements off cool it down and turn blower off Unplug the cord e Place cord out of the path of foot traffic to avoid trip hazard Do not run the power cord under carpets rugs or furniture e Donotuse outdoors Use only in DRY location and avoid placement where it could fall into water e The heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside Avoid operating in an environment with flammable liquids gas or paint Do not use to exhaust combustible or explosive gases or operate in hazardous atmos phere e Do NOT operate the Vulcan without air filter Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter intake or outlet openings as this may cause elec
16. tions 6 Maintenance Trouble Shooting 7 Wiring Diagram 889 VV II 21 A PEN 11 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL OVH 230 Power Supply 230VAC 60Hz 1 phase 50 amp supply can operate all 6 heating ele ments 50 amp load 37 000 BTU output 30 amp supply can operate up to 3 heating elements 29 amp load 20 500 BTU output Note Can operate on 208VAC at lower heat output and lower airflow Blower Motor 230VAC 60 2 1 13 amps thermally protected 950 cfm free air flow Air flow controls Blower with speed controller adjustable from 100 to 475 with MERV 11 filter in place Temp Control High temperature limit switch set at 160 F shut off and 135 F automatic reset Temperature Controller with adjustable set tings from 0 to 160 with 25 ft thermo couple type K for monitoring and controlling temperature in remote area Safety Shutoff Loss of air flow and or internal heater temperature above 180 F will shut off all active heating elements Heating Elements Industrial tubular finned design 3 2100W 30 amp service and 3 1700W at 230 VAC service Filter Pleated media MERV 11 65 efficiency 1212727 Housing Aluminum galvanized metal size 11 29 3 4 x18 h with casters Dual insulated wall around heating elements recessed control panel 2 soft carrying handles
17. trical shock or fire or damage heater e Heater will be hot during operation use handles when moving e To prevent possible FIRE DO NOT BLOCK OFF INTAKE OR EXHAUST The hot air exhaust should not be located less then 3 feet from wall and soft goods clothing linens pillows paper The sides of the unit should be at least one foot away from the wall or soft goods e Do NOT cover an operating machine e The appliance is not to be used by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capa bilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction e Children being supervised not to play with the appliance e Use the Vulcan only as prescribed any other use may cause fire shock or injury to persons e Always unplug unit when not in use See proper shutdown procedure in this manual e SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an appliance grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that 15 installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the appliance grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a
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