Electromode RFI Series Installation Manual

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Forced Air Heater
Series RFI-D for wall or ceiling mounting
Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions
Remove heater from carton. The front grille and trim can
be lifted off assembly, and placed in carton to prevent
damage. Remove screws securing heater assembly to
the recess box and separate. (Fig. 1).
Note - Mount the heater a minimum of 12” (30.5cm) from the
finished floor, and a minimum of 6” (15cm) from any
vertical surface if installed in the ceiling.
Recessed Installation
1. The recess box provided with the heater is designed for
attachment between studs placed on 16” (40.6cm)
centres. If different spacing exists, construct frame tosuit
the box in order to avoid any vibration and noise caused
by loose mounting (Fig. 2a).
2. Note orientation of box (“TOP” shown on recess box) and
secure to studs using four holes provided on side flanges,
ensuring these flanges are flush with finished surface of
wall or ceiling (Fig. 2b).
Surface Installation
1. Secure optional surface mount box (Part No. RFP8D) by
angling screws through holes provided in rear of surface
box into studs or finished surface.
2. Position surface box into recess box and secure with four
screws provided in parts bag of surface box.
Fig.1
GROUND
SCREW
FRONT PANEL
(GRILLE) & TRIM FRAME
HEATER
ASSEMBLY
RECESS BOX
Fig. 2
(a)
14 1/4”
(36cm)
(b)
15”
(38cm)
7/8” (22MM) DIA. KNOCKOUT
SIDE FLANGES
14 1/4”
(36cm)
19 3/4”
(50cm)
3 5/8”
(9cm)
19 3/4”
(50cm)
MIN. 12”
(30.5cm)
FINISHED WALL
SURFACE
FINISHED FLOOR
MIN. 12”
(30.5cm)
NOTE: Dimensions are shown as size of rough opening in stud wall

Fig. 3
A
C
(A)Place frame over top of tabs.
(B) Push in at bottom until frame is flush with front panel.
(C) Insert two screws to hold frame in place.
C
B
Supply Wiring and Heater Installation
1. Insert approximately 15” (38cm) of supply wire into recess box through knockout provided in upper left hand corner (Fig. 2b).
Wire should be rated for a minimum of 75°C (167°F)
2. Connect power supply to terminals provided marked L1 and L2. Ground wire should be secured to green ground screw
provided on side of heater assembly (Fig. 1).
3. All units are factory prewired for operation with built-in thermostat. If remote thermostat operation is required follow
appropriate wiring diagram located on inside of recess box.
TIP - It is recommended that for ceiling mount applications a remote thermostat be used in order to provide superior temperature
control.
NOTE -All wiring must comply with National Electrical Code and local codes.
4. Secure heater assembly to recess box using four 8 - 18 x 5/16” screws provided. Ensure that the four speed clips are
attached to heater assembly top and bottom.
Front Panel Installation
1. Remove trim frame from front panel assembly. (Fig. 3)
2. If tamperproof built-in or remote thermostat operation is required, secure the louvered door to the front panel using 2 No. 6
screws (not included) through the holes provided. The knob can then be removed and adjustment of the thermostat can be
made using a slotted screwdriver through the front panel.
3. Check to see that the fan blade is free to turn and that no residue remains in the unit. Front panel can then be secured to
assembly using four 8 - 18 1/4” screws provided.
Operation and Maintenance
1. Set thermostat to desired temperature and both fan and heat should come on. Note that when desired temperature is
reached the fan operation will continue for a short period after the elements have de-energized in order to remove residual
heat from the unit.
2. The fan motor is permanently lubricated and sealed at the factory and is maintenance free.
3. It is suggested that at the beginning of each season the front panel is removed and the wire connection condition is checked
and the unit is cleaned of dust and dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
NOTE - Always open the circuit breaker to disconnect power to the unit prior to performing any maintenance or service operation.
WARNING - Should the Over Temp light come on, disconnect power to the heater or turn down the thermostat fully
counterclockwise and call a licenced electrician. DO NOT USE HEATER UNTIL PROBLEM IS
DETERMINED AND FIXED.

WIRING DIAGRAM 1 WIRING DIAGRAM 2
BUILT IN THERMOSTAT (FACTORY WIRED)
S.P. “LINE” VOLTAGE REMOTE THERMOSTAT
L2
L2 (L-277V)
L2
L2 (L-277V)
UNIT
GND.
THERMOSTAT
L2
CYCLE
C
L1
L1
OFF
CAPACITOR
B
SUPPLY
L1 (N-277V)
A
A
D
UNIT
GND.
THERMOSTAT
L2
CYCLE
B
C
L1
L1
OFF
A
CAPACITOR
SUPPLY
L1 (N-277V)
A
B
REMOTE
SP STAT
L
L
D
THERMAL
CUT OUT
3
2
M
THERMAL
CUT OUT
3
2
M
1
FAN DELAY
1
FAN DELAY
NOTE: THIS WIRING REPRESENTS THE UNIT AS
FACTORY WIRED. PLEASE CONSULT THE
OTHER DIAGRAMS SHOWN AS TO WHAT
OPTION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE ASSURE THAT
ALL ELECTRICAL CLEARANCES ARE MET.
WIRING DIAGRAM 3
D.P. “LINE” VOLTAGE REMOTE THERMOSTAT
1. MARR/TAPE WIRE LABELLED “L1” FROM THERMOSTAT
2. DISCONNECT WIRE “B’ FROM MARR CONNECTOR “B”, MARR/TAPE WIRE
“B” AS SHOWN OR REMOVE FROM THERMOSTAT CONNECTOR AND
DISCARD
3. CONNECT INCOMING SUPPLY “L1” TO CONNECTOR “A”
4. CONNECT LOAD SIDE OF REMOTE LINE VOLTAGE THERMOSTAT TO MARR
CONNECTOR “B” AS SHOWN
5. CONNECT INCOMING POWER WIRE “L2” TO BOTH THE LINE SIDE OF
REMOTE WALL THERMOSTAT AND WIRE ATTACHED TO BUILT IN
THERMOSTAT WIRE LABELLED “L2” AS SHOWN.
CUSTOMER WIRING
CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
THERMOSTAT
L2
L2
L1
L1
L2 (L-277V)
SUPPLY
L1 (N-277V)
CYCLE REMOTE D.P. STAT
OFF
L
FACTORY SUPPLIED
ON 240/208V UNITS ONLY
CYCLE
OFF
UNIT
GND.
B
C
CAPACITOR
A
B
L
D
THERMAL
CUT OUT
3
2
M
1
FAN DELAY
1. MARR/TAPE WIRE LABELLED “L1” FROM THERMOSTAT
2. DISCONNECT WIRE “B’ FROM MARR CONNECTOR “B”, MARR/TAPE
WIRE “B” AS SHOWN OR REMOVE FROM THERMOSTAT CONNECTOR
AND DISCARD.
3. CONNECT LOAD SIDE OF REMOTE WALL THERMOSTAT TO MARR
CONNECTORS “A” AND “B” AS SHOWN IN DIAGRAM.
4. CONNECT INCOMING POWER WIRE “L2” TO BOTH THE LINE SIDE OF
REMOTE WALL THERMOSTAT AND THE WIRE ATTACHED TO BUILT IN
THERMOTAT WIRE LABELLED “L2”
5. CONNECT THE OTHER INCOMING SUPPLY LINE TO THE LINE SIDE OF
REMOTE WALL THERMOSTAT.

REPLACEMENT PARTS
CATALOGUE NO. MOTOR CAPACITOR FAN BLADE ELEMENT CUT-OUT FAN DELAY THERMOSTAT FRONT PANEL KIT
RFI815D31 00013004RP
RFIFPA
RFI815D31W 2000260600RP 3200070100RP
00033001RP
RPIFPW
RFI820D31 00013002RP
RFIFPA
RFI820D31W RPIFPW
RFI820D41 2000260200RP 3200070400RP
00013008RP
00033002RP
RFIFPA
RFI820D41W RPIFPW
RFI830D31 2000260600RP 3200070100RP
00013004RP
00033001RP
RFIFPA
RFI830D31W RPIFPW
RFI830D41 2000260200RP 3200070400RP 00010034RP 00013007RP 00009112RP 00033002RP 13678001RP
RFIFPA
RFI830D41W RPIFPW
RFI840D21 00013001RP
RFIFPA
RFI840D21W 2000260600RP 3200070100RP
00033001RP
RPIFPW
RFI840D31 00013002RP
RFIFPA
RFI840D31W RPIFPW
RFI840D41 2000260200RP 3200070400RP
00013008RP
00033002RP
RFIFPA
RFI840D41W RPIFPW
RFI848D31 2000260600RP 3200070100RP
00013005RP
00033001RP
RFIFPA
RFI848D31W RPIFPW
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