SRB40CR Series
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SRB40CR Features for Swine and Poultry House Heaters

  • Stainless steel emitter assembly, fully insulated and enclosed – will not crumble or distort
  • 3 year limited warranty
  • Stainless steel, corrosion resistant burner assembly features simple disassembly for easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Stainless steel main burner gas line for strength and durability
  • Large deep dish aluminum canopy to efficiently reflect heat to desired litter area
  • Ignition Control features a moisture resistant enclosure
  • Safety pan below burner helps shield litter area directly beneath brooder
  • Low profile mounting bracket permits easy leveling of brooder
  • Pilot or Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) models available
  • Pilot models have a quick release bracket and easily removable shields for quick access to the pilot orifice
  • DSI models feature new dual fuel regulator which enables the gas valve on the brooder to operate using either natural gas or propane gas. This new feature eliminates the need for users to undergo the costly retrofit expense of changing the gas valve when switching from propane to natural gas or vice-versa. Simply unscrew and install the appropriate gas conversion kit to make the switch between gas types (propane or natural gas)
  • Pilot or Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) models available
  • Low profile mounting bracket permits easy leveling of brooder
  • With SMART Technology having the ability to communicate with any capable environmental controller. 

Fully Insulated, Enclosed Emitter Assembly for Durability & Efficiency

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Space-Ray’s stainless steel emitter assembly is fully insulated and enclosed so the insulation will not crumble or distort in the tough operating conditions normally found in poultry houses. This exclusive design not only provides durability but also prevents heat loss back through the emitter than can occur over time. This results in higher radiant output and continued energy efficiency that translates into annual fuel savings.

Unique 60° Emitter Angle Puts More Radiant Heat Into Primary Brood Area

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No other radiant gas brooder can provide more radiant heat to the floor of your poultry house than Space-Ray. Our specially designed 60° emitter angle, combined with our deep dish canopy, produces an optimum heat pattern in the primary brood area. This large radiant heat pattern means that fewer brooders are required in each house resulting in fuel savings.

Space-Ray’s Unique 60° Emitter Angle is specifically designed to aim the radiant heat directly at the birds where it’s needed most

Models
SRB40CR BTU/HR Input Brooder Spacing Min Mounting
Height		 Ventilation
Required*		 Gas
Consumption
L2, L3, L5, L9 40,000 25-40′ 62-72″ 200 CFM LP .43 GPH
N2, N5, N9 40,000 25-40′ 62-72″ 200 CFM NG .40 THERM

*Per Brooder

No2 BrooderControl No. 2

BrooderControl No. 3 and No. 9

SRB40CR PILOT IGNITION CONTROL OPTIONS

CONTROL NO. 2

For single or multi-zone installations using central or multiple thermostats. This 24 volt AC zone type control can also operate using a 12 volt DC inverter as a backup. The gas valve includes a built-in regulator. A 24 volt power supply is required. Zone control panel (Part no. 4361905) and/or 24 volt thermostat, computer or environmental controller is required. 100% gas safety shut-off valve.

CONTROL NO. 3

BA modulating type HI/LO control with integral thermostat. No electrical supply is needed. Upon call for heat, valve will open from pilot to low fire (32,000 BTU/Hr.) and modulate between low and high fire as necessary to maintain desired temperature setting. When thermostat has been satisfied, valve will modulate down to low fire and then drop to pilot. 100% gas safety shut-off valve. Available only for use with propane gas.

CONTROL NO. 9

An individual, non-electric, fully automatic On/Off control with integral thermostat which operates on millivolts generated by the pilot – no electrical supply needed. Integral thermostat features a wide temperature range for easy adjustment. 100% gas safety shut-off valve.

Control Suffix Gas Type Control Option Description
N2/L2 Natural/Propane For single or multi-zone installations using central or multiple thermostats. This 24 volt AC zone type control can also operate using a 12 volt DC inverter as a backup. The gas valve includes a built-in regulator. A 24 volt power supply is required. Zone control panel (Part No. 43619050) and/or 24 volt thermostat, computer or environmental controller is required. 100% gas safety shut-off valve.
L3 Propane A modulating type HI/LO control with integral thermostat. No electrical supply is needed. Upon call for heat, valve will open from pilot to low fire (25,000 BTU/Hr.) and modulate between low and high fire as necessary to maintain desired temperature setting. When thermostat has been satisfied, valve will modulate down to low fire and the drop to pilot. 100% gas safety shut-off valve.
N5/L5 Natural/Propane A 3-try direct spark ignition control for single or multi-zone installations. Gas valve includes a built-in regulator. A 24 volt power supply is required. Zone control panel (Part No. 43619050) and/or 24 volt thermostat, computer or environmental controller is required. For individual control, a unique thermostat (Part No. 43317050) is available.
N9/L9 Natural/Propane An individual, non electric, fully automatic On/Off control with integral thermostat which operates on millivolts generated by the pilot – no electrical supply needed. Integral thermostat features a wide temperature range for easy adjustment. 100% gas safety shut-off valve.
Specifications
  • Low profile mounting bracket permits easy leveling of brooder
  • Large deep dish canopy to efficiently reflect heat to litter area where it is needed most
  • The stainless emitter assembly is fully insulated and enclosed. It features a full 3-year limited warranty
  • The burner assembly with durable cast iron cap features large burner ports for more even heat distribution and years of trouble free service
  • The safety pan helps to shield litter area directly beneath the brooder
  • Has a stainless steel main burner gas line for strength and durability
  • The pilot models have easily removable shields for quick access to the pilot orifice
  • The direct spark ignition model’s 3-try direct spark ignition is in a moisture resistant enclosure for added reliability

 

srb40 maintenance

Patented WindBuster™  Pilot
The WindBuster Pilot System not onlyenhancesflame stability put provides dependable ignition for virtualtrouble-free operation, even with speeds up to 7 mph (11.2 km)

Maintenance Friendly

Dimensions
Model Control Type BTU/HR Input Canopy Diameter Brooder Height Shipping Weight
SRB40CR Pilot 40,000 35″ 18″ 23 lbs.
SRB40CR Direct Spark 40,000 35″ 18″ 28 lbs.
Supply Requirements
Gas Type Control Type Burner Pressure Supply
Pressure Min		 Supply
Pressure Max		 Voltage Amps
Natural #2Pilot 4″wc 5″wc 14″wc 24VAC 0.5
Natural #9Pilot 4″wc 4.5″wc 5.5″wc N/A N/A
Propane #2Pilot 10″wc 11″wc 14″wc 24VAC 0.5
Propane #3Pilot 10″wc 11″wc 14″wc N/A N/A
Propane #9Pilot 10″wc 11″wc 14″wc N/A N/A
Natural #5Direct Spark 4″wc 5″wc 14″wc 24VAC 0.8
Propane #5 Direct Spark 10″wc 11″wc 14″wc 24 VAC 0.8
Clearance Information
Model Sides Ceiling Below
SRB40CR 36″ 18″ 48″
Accessories
Zone Control Panel Model ZCP22, Part #43619050

This is power supply control which utilizes a 375VA transformer to provide the required 24VAC for single or multiple groups (zones) of No. 2 or No. 5 brooders.

Use power inverter kit #43619070 for batter back-up.

power supply
Power Inverter Kit (for battery back-up), Part #43619070

This provides temporary 120VAC to the brooder zone control (power supply) panel during power outages.The kit includes a batter trickle charger, changeover relay and power inverter to convert 12 volt DC into 120 volt AC.

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Transformer Replacement – 375VA 120/240VAC – 24VAC Part #30222070

Need copy

transformer
Thermostat – Environmental (EW-4-20), Part #30525010

Ratings: SPDT 120/240VAC, 16A full load
Temperature range: -40° F to 104° F +/- 2.5° F differential
Housing: Watertight ABS plastic meets NEMA 4x and NEC Article 547-4 requirements for use in harsh environments.
Adjustable dial allows thermostat to be recalibrated.

thermostat
Thermostat – Individual, Part #43317060 (for No. 5 Control only)

Temperature range: 58° F to 122° F with (10) temperature scale ranges. The thermostat is used to control individual brooders for Turkey heating applications. Includes Mears thermostat, plastic enclosure, bracket and screws to mount to White Rodgers 25M gas valve.

Thermostat

Hose Kits

Hose Kits – No. 2 & No. 5 Controls:
Part #30522061

6’ Hose with 3/8” swivel female flare fittings and 6” spring.

Part #30522101

10’ Hose with 3/8” swivel female flare fittings and 6” spring.

Each kit includes (2) 45° flare fittings (3/8” tube x ½” NPT) for connection to main gas valve and manual shut off valve.

Hose Kits – No. 3 & No. 9 Controls:
Part #30522060

6’ Hose with 3/8” swivel female flare fittings and 6” spring.

Part #30522100

10’ Hose with 3/8” swivel female flare fittings and 6” spring.

Each kit includes (1) 45° flare fitting (3/8” tube x ½” NPT) for connection to manual shut-off valve and (1) 45° flare fitting (3/8” tube x 3/8” NPT) for connection to main gas valve.

hose
Manual Gas Shut-Off Ball Valve – ½” NPT, Part #30285000

The Deflector Kit (Part # 43504000) is used to reduce clearances to combustibles below the heater. It is designed to be used when the CB series is installed in a horizontal position.

valve
Wire Brushes

Wire Brush – Long, Part #43295020

Wire Brush – Short, Part #43295010

wire brush
Product Documents

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Flowcharts are located toward the end of each products I & O pdf.

How high should it be mounted?

We recommend minimum 5ft-6ft (60-72”) above floor for coverage and even heat distribution (decrease the intensity directly below the heater). You can go lower but it is not recommended. The absolute lowest is the clearance to combustibles of 48” above litter.

How much area does it cover?

This can vary depending on mounting height and condition. What it may cover in Florida it probably won’t in Alaska. IT is important to make sure BTU load is satisfied. Once that is done you will want no more than 25ft between the brooders in the brood chamber. The heaters primary coverage is roughly a 10ft radius (20FT diameter) at 5ft mounting height.

Does it need electricity? If so what Voltage?

It depends on the control type.We offer multiply control types to match the needs of the grower.We have direct spark controls that can run on 24VAC or 120VAC when specified.We also have 24VAC pilot zone control and a non-electric self-thermostatic (integral thermostat) pilot control.

What gas pipe size is needed?

The gas pipe size is determined by quantity of heaters and length of gas pipe.We can help with gas pipe sizing if a layout is provide.The gas connection on the heater will vary depending on control type.It is 3/8” or ½” NPT.

How is the heater controlled or can you use a thermostat?

For the direct spark or 24VAC pilot zone control you can use the house controller or a thermostat.Heaters can be zoned together or have induvial thermostats that mount to heater.We offer both as accessories.The non-electric control has an integral thermostat so it will regulate itself based off the number setting selected through the control knob.The I&O Manual will state the corresponding temperatures for the number setting.

The emitter isn’t glowing as bright as when it was new or as bright as a new unit, are they working properly /producing the same heat?

The glow of the emitter will decrease over time naturally due to seasoning.From our laboratory testing, this does not decrease emitter temperatures and /or the radiant output or mean anything is wrong.The decrease in glow is due to the seasoning of the emitter.Light is a form of energy.So when the emitter glows its converting heating energy into light.So when the glow decreases it can be assume the energy isn’t being used for light.If there is a decrease in heater performance/output it is usually contributed to incorrect gas pressure or a need for cleaning.

Can and do the heaters need cleaning?

The heaters can and will need to be clean periodically.Outside generally blowing and cleaning off built up dust from canopy and components we recommend releasing the orifice holder from burn base and removing the burner base.From there you can clean the orifice, the burner tube on the burner base as well as the burner cap still attached to the emitter assembly.For the cap we recommend a brush to clean off any abrasive baked on material.The intervals for cleaning can depend on house conditions and if it’s the SS or Cast burner.