Caution – Roberts Gorden Combat Cabinet Heaters POP-ECA/PGP-ECA 015 to 0100 User Manual
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SECTION 1: HEATER SAFETY
Your Safety Is Important to Us!
This symbol is used throughout the 
manual to notify you of possible fire, 
electrical or burn hazards. Please pay 
special attention when reading and 
following the warnings in these sections.
Installation, Service and Annual Inspection of heater 
must be done by a registered installer/contractor 
qualified in the installation and service of gas/oil-
fired heating equipment.
Read this manual carefully before installation, 
operation, or service of this equipment.
Burner manufacturers manual is also provided to 
give detailed instructions on the operation of the 
burner. The settings for use of the burner with the 
heater are shown in these instructions.
This heater is designed for heating non-residential 
indoor spaces. Do not install in residential spaces. 
These instructions, the layout drawing, local codes 
and ordinances, and applicable standards that apply 
to gas piping, electrical wiring, venting, etc., must be 
thoroughly understood before proceeding with the 
installation.
SECTION 2: INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITY
• To install the heater, as well as the fuel and
electrical supplies, in accordance with applicable 
specifications and codes. Roberts-Gordon 
recommends the installer contact a local 
building inspector, Fire Officer or insurance 
company for guidance.
• To use the information given in this manual
together with the local and national codes to 
perform the installation.
• To install the heater in accordance with the
Clearances to Combustibles of this heater.
• To furnish all needed materials not furnished
as standard equipment.
• To plan location of supports, flues and air
intakes.
• To provide access to burners for servicing.
• To provide the owner with a copy of this 
installation, commissioning, operation and 
service manual.
• To never use heater as support for ladder or
other access equipment and never hang or
suspend anything from heater.
• To ensure that there is sufficient ventilation in the
area to comply with the requirements of 
all relevant local and national codes.
2.1 Clearances to Combustibles
In all situations, clearances to combustibles must be 
maintained. Caution must be used when running the 
heater near combustible materials such as wood, 
paper, rubber, etc. A wall tag is on the back cover of 
this manual as a permanent reminder of the safety 
instructions and the importance of the required 
clearances to combustibles. Affix the tag on a wall 
near the heater.
2.2 Corrosive Chemicals
Roberts-Gordon cannot be responsible for ensuring 
that all appropriate safety measures are undertaken 
prior to installation; this is entirely the responsibility 
of the installer. It is essential that the contractor, the 
sub-contractor or the owner identifies the presence 
of combustible materials, corrosive chemicals or 
halogenated hydrocarbons* anywhere on the 
premises.
* Halogenated Hydrocarbons are a family of chemical 
compounds characterized by the presence of halogen 
elements (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, etc.). These com-
pounds are frequently used in refrigerants, cleaning 
agents, solvents, etc. If these compounds enter the air 
supply of the burner, the lifespan of the heater compo-
nents will be greatly reduced. Warranty will be invalid if 
the heater is exposed to halogenated hydrocarbons.
2.3 National Standards and Applicable Codes
All appliances must be installed in accordance with 
the latest revision of applicable standards and local 
and national codes. This refers also to the electric, 
gas and venting installation. NOTE: Additional 
standards for installations in Public Garages, Aircraft 
Hangars, etc. may be applicable.
The main relevant regulations for installation within 
the UK are:
• Gas safety (installation and use) regulations,
1984 and amendments - 1996.
• BS6230 - Specification for the installation of gas
fired forced convection air heaters for commer-
cial and industrial space heating of rated input 
exceeding 60kW. (This standard also applies to 
oil-fired heaters, except for the fuel supply).
• BS6230 - Parts 2 & 3, fire precautions in the
design and construction of buildings.
• BS6891 - Low pressure installation pipes.
• BS5410 - Codes of practice for oil firing. Part 2 
installation of 44 kW and above output capacity 
for space heaters, hot water and steam supply 
purposes.
• Institute of Gas Engineers document IGE/UP/2.
• Building regulations.
• IEE regulations.
• Health and safety at work acts.
• Requirements of local authority, fire officer and 
insurance company.
CAUTION
Do not use heater in an area containing corrosive
chemicals.
Corrosive chemicals will damage the burner and
heat exchanger parts.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
property damage.
