Detroit Radiant Products Company MP Series - Manual (Page 6)

NOTICE
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MP Series
• 120 Volt - 60 Hz GRD, 3-wire .
• Low voltage thermostat connection .
• Starting current 4 .8 amps .
• Running current 1 .1 amps .
2.0 Installation
2.0 Installation • Gas Requirements • Electrical Requirements
Electrical Requirements
Shielded thermostat wire of 18 AWG is recommended for connection to the heater from the thermostatic
controller . The MP Series heater is pre-set by the factory for use with the Premium User Interface (TP-PUI) .
WARNING
!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property
damage, serious injury or death . Read and understand the installation, operating and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment . Only
trained, qualified gas installation and service personnel may install or service this equipment .
Not for residential use! Do not use this heater in the home, sleeping quarters, attached
garages, etc .
Installation of a commercial tube heater system in residential indoor
spaces may result in property damage, serious injury or death.
Instructions for the following are detailed in the Tube Heater General Manual:
• Design considerations
• Hanger suspension and placement
• Tube layout and assembly
• Burner control box suspension
• Reflectors (and accessories)
• Venting and combustion air intake
• Gas requirements
• Baffle assembly
Note: Electronic versions of all manuals are available at www .detroitradiant .com, or upon request .
Gas Requirements
Manifold pressure of the heater is pre-set at the factory . No adjustment should be necessary .
During the verification process, a tolerance of ±10% of the full scale is acceptable due to varying
atmospheric conditions .
Type of Gas
Manifold Pressure Inlet Pressure
@ Maximum Rate @ Minimum Rate Minimum Maximum
Natural 4 .10 Inches . W .C . 1 .65 Inches W .C . 6 .00 Inches W .C . 14 .00 Inches W .C .
Propane 11 .0 Inches . W .C . 4 .80 Inches W .C . 12 .00 Inches W .C . 14 .00 Inches W .C .
IMPORTANT: Consult the Tube Heater General Manual for gas connection requirements .