Roberts Gorden Caribe CGTH-30 Service Manual

Use and Care ManualGas-Fired, OverheadInfrared Tube Heaterfor Residential Garagesand Light Industrial/Commercial Applications©Copyright 2002 Roberts-G

Before Using the Heater8CGTH SERIES HEATERElectrical ServiceThe CGTH Series heater requires a grounded three-prongelectrical outlet to be installed wi

Before Using the Heater9ROBERTS-GORDONVentingThe CGTH Series Heater must be installed with the venting systemsupplied, or with one of the optional ven

10CGTH SERIES HEATERBefore Using the HeaterNon-residential Installations:The CGTH Series heater may be used in public garages.Installation in public g

Before Using the Heater11ROBERTS-GORDON1. The heater must meet the minimum mounting heightrequirement of 7 feet above the floor. For aircraft hangars

Using the Heater12CGTH SERIES HEATERRequired Safe DistancesFromCombustiblesOnce your heater is installed by a licensed contractor, you mustremember to

Using the Heater13ROBERTS-GORDONFire HazardSome objects can catch fire or explode when placed close to heater.Keep all flammable objects, liquids and

Using the Heater14CGTH SERIES HEATERYour heater may be installed in one of three ways: horizontal, 45otilt left or 45otilt right.Since the distances

Using the Heater15ROBERTS-GORDONRoberts-Gordon recommends using the protective grille at alltimes. The grille is included with select models of the CG

Using the Heater16CGTH SERIES HEATERRear MovableHanger LimitsThe illustration below shows a typical installation of the CGTHSeries heater. The drawing

Using the Heater17ROBERTS-GORDONTo turn off gasand electric tothe heater1. Turn on the manual gas valve. Use only your hand to turn the gasvalve hand

Using the Heater18CGTH SERIES HEATERAs mentioned on page 5, it is the Installer’s Responsibility toproperly vent (exhaust) the heater outside. Please

Using the Heater19ROBERTS-GORDONVenting (continued)AHeaterTo DrainVent TerminationRain Collar*Roof Flashing*RoofVent Tee(see note)Additional Vent Pipe

Caring for the Heater20CGTH SERIES HEATERBefore every heating season, a licensed contractor must perform athorough inspection of the heater. The gas,

Caring for the Heater21ROBERTS-GORDONInside VentingVenting must be intact. Look for cracks onthe vent, gaps in the sealed areas or rust.The area must

Caring for the Heater22CGTH SERIES HEATERUse only genuine Roberts-Gordon parts. Use of parts not specified by Roberts-Gordon voids warranty.Failure t

23THE ROBERTS GORDON®CARIBE®LIMITEDWARRANTYROBERTS-GORDON WILL PAY FOR:ROBERTS GORDON®warrants to the original owner-userthat this ROBERTS GORDON®prod

25CARIBE® GTH SERIES HEATERIndexAircraft Hangers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Burner Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2CGTH SERIES HEATERThis symbol is used throughout the manual to notifyyou of possible fire, electrical or burn hazards. Pleasepay special attention w

Introduction3ROBERTS-GORDONHeadquartered in Buffalo, New York, USA, Roberts-Gordon isan international manufacturer of low-intensity and high-intensity

Introduction4CGTH SERIES HEATERReflectorHeat Exchanger TubeBurner BoxFront Fixed HangerRear Movable HangerService DoorVentingWall Termination PlateGas

Installer Responsibility5ROBERTS-GORDONInstallation, Service and Annual Inspection must bedone by a contractor qualified in the installation andservic

6CGTH SERIES HEATERBefore Using the HeaterThe following information is included in the Installation Manual and applies to the installer atthe time of

Before Using the Heater7ROBERTS-GORDONThe size of the gas supply lines must comply with local codes andrecommendations of the local gas company. Unite