Recommended Heater Layout

These diagrams show the most efficient placement of the heat lamps to provide total Infrared coverage for almost any size car.

All dimensions are from the center line of the booth. The layout is based on a maximum car size of 21' x 7' 6".

The system is designed with a 50% overlap allowed in the heat pattern. This allows the units to be moved up to 18" from their recommended position without affect on the effectiveness of the system.

CAUTION

When a room or booth is narrower than eleven feet or wider than eighteen feet or the ceiling is lower than seven feet, special engineering is required. Call the factory for assistance.

When heat lamps are in use a minimum of 100 cubic feet per minute exhaust is required.

When lamps are used in a spray booth the electrical system must prevent their use while spraying and for at least 3 minutes after spraying before heat is turned on.

Following wiring diagrams will show you how to do it.

Typical System Overview

The basic system consists of a main disconnect, a selector switch for spray or heat, an air solenoid valve, a large contactor for heat load with a time delay and some kind of individual fusing for each heat lamp.

We find the best and least expensive way to fuse the heat lamps is with a breaker panel.

If the lamps are to be installed in a cure room where there is no spraying then only the breaker panel and small exhaust fan is required.

We suggest you show this diagram to your fire inspector or building inspector to get any necessary permits or approval you may need.