M A N A G E M E N T S Y S T E M S

Direct-Fired Gas Heaters

Make-Up Air

Space Heating

Variable Air Volume

80/20 System

High Temperature

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 C O N T E N T S
Since 1965, Rupp Air Management Systems has designed
and manufactured direct-fired, gas heaters for commercial
and industrial applications. From make-up air to supplying Gas Heaters 4-5
the total heat system large or small, Rupp Air has the solution Types of Direct-Fired Gas Heaters
to meet your needs. Over the years, we have continuously
improved our product line meeting customers ever increasing RAM & CFA Standard Features 6-7
product and service needs by offering equipment that is
Built Right First...to Last. RAM & CFA Optional 8-9
Features & Accessories
Rupp Air is dedicated to producing the right direct-fired
system designed and engineered with the smallest of details Control Systems 10 - 11
in mind to give unmatched performance. Our continued
commitment to quality and mechanical reliability means that
RAM / CFA 12 - 15
each system has to be hassle free to install, and will supply
Dimensional Data
fresh, clean, tempered air to any indoor environment.

Direct-Fired Heater Selection 16 - 17

Rupp Airs direct-fired gas heaters economically replace
exhausted air by delivering replacement air at a constant
RAM / CFA 18 - 26
temperature regardless of outside temperature. Rupp Air
Performance Data
direct-fired heaters can also be designed to heat a space
with a minimum introduction of fresh air to insure the
Rupp Air Commitment 27
highest efficiency heating system.
and Warranty

Each Rupp Air direct-fired heater has been designed to

use the most fuel efficient burner technology available
with up to a 30:1 turndown capacity. The use of these
high efficient heaters will not only heat your space but
will also help eliminate drafts, replace contaminated or
stale air, eliminate temperature stratification, and create a
positive building pressure necessary for good indoor-air
quality while maintaining comfort levels.

Rupp Air has developed an easy to use selection software pro-

gram, enabling the user to specifically design the exact heater
to meet the application criteria. The Result...year round,
cost effective comfort.

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D i r e c t - F i re d G a s H e a t e r s

Constant Volume System

The constant volume 100% direct-fired make-up air
system heaters provide a constant rate of supply air
to the space. The gas flame in the unit heats the fresh
make-up air directly, eliminating energy losses associated
with other types of heating. For most applications,
introducing slightly more make-up air into the space
than what is exhausted produces the best results. A Two-Speed System
slightly positive building pressure assures the best The two-speed, direct-fired make-up air system functions
performance. Some applications, such as the commercial the same as constant volume, however provides two
kitchens, require more air exhausted than introduced different air-delivery rates by using either an 1800/900
to control over pressurization of the kitchen. RPM motor or 1800/1200 RPM motor.

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Two-speed units offer flexibility to buildings with two, fixed-
exhaust loads or where an increase of airflow is desired.
Units for buildings with two fixed-exhaust loads should
have CFM ratios that match the available two-speed
motor RPM ratios. The low speed is interlocked with the
first exhaust fan, while high speed operates when both
exhaust fans are running, allowing one unit to handle
two different exhaust loads.
The use of the discharge reduction damper in this
s y stem offers a low cost up front investment with the
same operation benefits of the VFD. By closing the
reduction damper, the output CFM is reduced. This design
has the ability to be setup as a two position CFM rate unit
or a varying CFM unit based off pressure in the space.
Both VAV systems have been designed with additional
safety features and controls to insure safe burner operation.

The example on page 4 illustrates the use of a two

speed unit for transit or automotive type facility. Low
speed is used for general ventilation and heating.
However, if the co-detector senses high limits of carbon
monoxide, the two speed unit goes to high speed and
the second exhaust fan turns on to ventilate the space.

There are many uses for the two-speed system, however

another use is for paint booths designed for painting and
curing of paint. High speed use in paint mode and low
speed is used in curing mode to dry the painted surface.

80/20 System
80/20 systems can be a variable make-up air unit, a
total-building heat unit, or a combination of both. By re-
circulating air, this system provides the most efficient
building heat system.

One unit can handle multiple and varying exhaust loads

as a variable, make-up air unit using the 80/20 System.
This system offers constant discharge airflow but varies
the amount of outside air introduced to the building. With
the use of the 403M or the 404M space-temperature
Variable Air Volume System control system, the unit can be a complete building-
The variable air volume (VAV) system allows variable heating system for either fixed or variable exhaust loads.
amounts of make-up air through one heater. This system
The 80/20 System supplies at least 20% outside air to
allows a heater to turn down to as low as 25% of its
the building and mixes with re-circulated room air at a
designed CFM by use of a variable frequency drive
maximum of 80%, without the return air re-circulated
(VFD) or airfoil blade designed discharge reduction
through the burner. A building-pressure switch controls
damper. One unit can handle varying exhaust loads by
the modulating-burner bypass and return-air dampers
changing the CFM out put of the unit. This system is
introducing more outside air as the buildings exhaust
ideal for spaces that have multiple exhaust loads and
load changes. The varying exhaust-air loads automatically
recirculated air is not an option.
and continually adjust the amount of make-up air
The use of the VFD in the system offers the highest level introduced into the system.
of operating efficiency of any of the direct fired systems,
using only the required electrical energy to provide the
All Rupp Air direct fired systems are provided with terminals to
CFM needed. The VFD can be setup to operate in many
integrate operation with the building exhaust system.
different ways to change the CFM required to the space.
A potentiometer can be used to manually position output
CFM, multiple set points can be set in the VFD to vary
output CFM, or a building pressure control device can be used For more information on this system please see our 80/20 Systems Catalog
to vary output CFM by sensing pressure in the space. or contact your local sales office.

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R A M
Features & C F A

Standard Features

RAM
Standard Features
Structural G-90 galvanized base
Heavy gauge G-90 galvanized steel casing
Interlocked wall seam and roof panels
Weatherproof construction
Hinged service doors with flush-mount latches
Standing roof seams
Double wall doors
Single piece construction up to RAM 230 1 Casing 2 Burner Profile 3 Burner 4 Blower 5 Burner Observation Port
Six discharge options 6 Lifting Lugs 7 Motor 8 Gas Connection 9 Main Fused Disconnect
10 Manifold Controls Vestibule 11 Electrical Controls Vestibule

CFA
Standard Features
Internal tubular frame
Heavy gauge G-90 galvanized steel casing
Weatherproof construction
Hinged service doors with flush-mount latches
Standing roof seams
Double wall doors
Rear doors on CFA22 & larger
Six discharge options

For additional details on standard features, options and 1 Casing 2 Burner Profile 3 Burner 4 Blower 5 Burner Observation Port
accessories, please visit us online at 6 Lifting Lugs 7 Motor 8 Gas Connection 9 Main Fused Disconnect
w w w. r u p p a m s . c o m 10 Manifold Controls Vestibule 11 Electrical Controls Vestibule

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Burner Profile
Adjustable profile plates
Optional 80/20 system
Optional two-speed system
Optional Variable Air Volume system
Burner
Fully modulating
Up to 30:1 turndown ratio
Electric-pilot spark ignition
Reliable flame rectification system
Motor
Standard high E, open drip-proof
Heavy gauge adjustable motor mount
V-belt drive
Adjustable drive up to and including
25 HP
Optional TEFC
Blower
FC-DWDI centrifugal blower assembly
V-belt drive
Pillow block 100,000-hour greasable
bearings on Models RAM18-236
Permanently lubricated bearings on
Models RAM10-15
Solid steel shaft
Split shaft with couplings and four
bearings on twin units
Burner Observation Port Electrical Controls Vestibule
Easy view of burner and pilot for Weatherproof enclosure
startup Large doors for easy access to
controls
Starter with burner interlock
Exhaust-interlock terminals
As-built wiring diagram on door
Terminal strip for quick service check
Blower and burner service switches
Lifting Lugs
Heavy-duty lifting lugs standard
Designed for easy hoisting and
installation
Additional optional hanging lugs
available
Manifold Controls Vestibule
Weatherproof enclosure
Large doors for easy access to
manifold
Manifold built to required codes
ANSI, FM, IRI and FIA
Gas Connection
Quick seal design up to 1.5 pipe train
Rubber pipe seals 2 and larger
Allows no water leakage into casing
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Main Fused Disconnect
Standard feature
Shuts power off to unit
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Rupp Air Direct-Fired Heaters are ETLListed
to the ANSI Z83.4A-2001/CSA3.7a-2001
Combined Standards.
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R A M & C F A

Options & Accessories

Options
Motorized discharge or inlet damper with
safety interlock contacts

Internal discharge damper on down discharge

arrangement models

Fresh-Air intake hood with birdscreen

and optional cleanable filters

Filter section with cleanable filters, optional

insulation for indoor installation available

Filter section with pleated filters, optional

insulation for indoor installation available
Roof curbs 14 and 24 high galvanized steel
with optional duct support rails, optional
pitch curbs
Intake & Discharge Dampers
Used to stop air from migrating into
heater and building when in off mode.

DX and chilled water cooling section

Discharge-air diffusers

High-pressure gas regulator over 5 psi

Intake Hood (with filters)
Burner ON/OFF inlet-air temperature ductstat Used for outdoor applications to eliminate
economizer snow and water from falling into heater.
Also filters fresh air when filter option
CFA vertical mounting stand with is used.
filter supports

Low temperature blower safety-shutdown

control with bypass timer

Totally enclosed blower motors

Spring isolation

Control-circuit power transformer Discharge Diffusers

Used to help distribute air into the building.
Adjustable drive on 25 horsepower or larger

Insulated casing: 1 - 1.5 insulation with G-90

galvanized steel interior liner

Evaporative Cooling Filter Sections

Used to filter fresh air.
High temperature design

Other options and accessories available

on request

Evaporative Cooling
Used to deliver cool and humidified air,
typically in regions with a hot dry climate.

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High Temperature Direct Fired Design
Rupp Airs versatile High Temperature Design is available
on all 4 Direct Fired Systems (100%, Two Speed, VAV, 80/20)
This design is ideal for paint booth operations, drying
enclosures and industrial process heating operations.
High Temperature design allows up to a 180F
d i scharge temperature
Each High Temperature unit is built with double wall
construction to protect insulation and keep casing
temperature and heat loss down
Each unit is built with High Temperature motors for long life
By using the M-Series temperature control system
Rupp Air can build a control panel to fit your needs

DX and Chilled Water

Cooling Coil Sections
Blow through design
Pitched stainless steel drain pan
Full size access doors up and down stream of coil
Double wall insulated construction
Available with downturn plenum
Available common curb mounting
Intermediate drain pan for stacked coil design

Internally Mounted
Down Discharge Dampers
No unexpected installation costs with damper self-
contained in unit
No wiring hassles because all wiring is completed
Easy maintenance from rooftop
Low-leakage damper design to insure a tight seal
when unit is off
Airfoil damper blade design provides energy efficiency
due to low pressure drops along with little air noise For additional details on standard features, options and
Available on all Rupp Air models accessories, please visit us online at
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R A M & C F A

Custom Built
C o n t ro l
Systems are
also available
to meet your
R e q u i re m e n t s .

Control
Systems

401M Discharge
Air Temperature Control
This control system is used for building exhaust-air
replacement to maintain a constant supply air discharge
temperature. The 401M control is most commonly used
with the Constant Volume, Two Speed or Variable Air
Volume Systems. By setting the desired discharge
temperature on the remote set point dial, the burner
flame modulates to compensate for change in outdoor
temperatures. A manual SUMMER-OFF-WINTER
selector switch controls the blower and burner operation,
terminals are provided to integrate operation with
exhaust system. The remote control panel comes
complete with temperature selector dial, indicating lights
and SUMMER-OFF/WINTER selector.
402M Room-Override
Discharge Air Control
This control system is used for building exhaust-air
replacement to maintain a constant supply air discharge
temperature with the ability to supply supplemental
space heating when needed. The 402M control is most
commonly used with the Constant Volume, Two Speed
or Variable Air Volume Systems. By setting the desired
discharge temperature on the remote set point dial, the
burner flame modulates to compensate for change in
outdoor temperatures. At the same time a room override
thermostat senses space temperature and will raise
discharge set point for more heat to maintain space
temperature. A manual SUMMER-OFF-WINTER selector
switch controls the blower and burner operation, terminals
are provided to integrate operation with exhaust system.
The remote control panel comes complete with temperature
selector dial, indicating lights and SUMMER-OFF/WINTER
selector, along with a room override thermostat panel.

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403 Constant Operation
Room-Temperature Control
This control system is used for building exhaust-air
replacement with modulated space-temperature control.
The 403M control can be used with all of RAMS systems
when space temperature control is most important. A
modulating space thermostat adjusts burner flame to
maintain discharge-air temperature to compensate for
changing building heat losses or gains. High and low
discharge air sensor probes limit maximum and minimum
discharge-air temperatures. A manual SUMMER-OFF-
WINTER selector switch controls the blower and burner
operation, terminals are provided to integrate operation
with exhaust system. The remote control panel comes
complete with modulating space thermostat, indicating
lights and SUMMER-OFF/WINTER selector. A remote
temperature senor is also available so that control panel
can be mounted in shop office or mechanical room.
404M Day & Night
Space Heating Control
This control system is used for building exhaust-air
replacement or for a total building heat system using a
modulating space-temperature control for day and night
building heating. The 404M control is most commonly
used with the 80/20 System to provide the most energy
efficient operation. During day operation a modulating
space thermostat adjusts burner flame to maintain dis-
charge-air temperature to compensate for changing
building heat losses or gains. High and low discharge
air sensor probes limit maximum and minimum discharge-
air temperatures. A manual SUMMER-OFF-WINTER
selector switch controls the blower and burner operation,
terminals are provided to integrate operation with
exhaust system. During night operation a lower space
temperature can be maintained using an On-Off room
thermostat that cycles the heating system on to maintain
minimum space temperature. Remote vented control
panel comes complete with modulating space thermostat,
On-Off night thermostat and time clock mounted inside
panel with indicating lights and SUMMER-OFF/WINTER
selector on face of control panel.
M-Series Discharge
Air Temperature Control
This control system is used for building exhaust-air
replacement to maintain a constant supply air discharge
temperature. The M-Series control can be used with all
of RAMS systems however are most commonly used for
paint booth and high temperature drying applications.
By setting the desired discharge temperature on the
remote set point touch pad, the burner flame modulates
to compensate for change in outdoor temperatures. The
M-Series control has the ability to be set for multiple tem-
perature set points, ramp speed for burner modulation
along with displaying discharge temperature on its digi-
tal display and more. A manual SUMMER-OFF-WIN-
TER selector switch controls the blower and burner
operation, terminals are provided to integrate operation
with exhaust system. Remote control panel comes com-
plete with digital readout with multiple set point and
touch pad temperature control, indicating lights and
SUMMER-OFF/WINTER selector.
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 R A M
Models 10 - 36

Model# A B C D E F G H J

10 70 46 38 18.75 18.75 39.25 30 48 28

12 70 46 38 18.75 18.75 39.25 30 48 28
15 70 46 38 18.75 18.75 39.25 30 48 28
18 82 60 54 22.13 19.13 56 40.5 69.5 28
20 82 60 54 23 25 56 40.5 69.5 28
22 100 79 58 27.5 27.5 76 46.5 69.5 28
25 100 79 58 31.5 31.5 76 46.5 69.5 28
27 100 88 66 34.5 34.5 80 52.5 95.25 28
30 100 88 66 37 37 80 52.5 95.25 28
33 112 98 76 40 43.19 92 59.5 91.25 28
36 112 98 76 43 43.19 92 59.5 91.25 28

Notes
All external accessories are oversized 1/4 for R.A. and S.A. openings
All dimensions are specified in inches
All dimensions are subject to change

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 R A M
Models 222 - 236

Model# A B C D E F G H J

222 100 146 58 77 27.5 140 46.5 69.5 28

225 100 146 58 88 31.5 140 46.5 69.5 28
227 100 156 66 96 34.5 152 52.5 64 28
230 100 156 66 104 37 152 52.5 64 28
233 126 184 76 116 43.19 180 59.5 64.75 28
236 126 184 76 122 43.19 180 59.5 64.75 28

Notes
All external accessories are oversized 1/4 for R.A. and S.A. openings
All dimensions are specified in inches
All dimensions are subject to change For more detailed drawings,
please visit us online at
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 C FA
Models 10 - 36

Model# A B C D E H

10 70 50 36 13.25 11.5 76
12 70 50 36 16 13.75 76
15 70 50 36 19 16.25 76
18 82 65 50 22 19.13 76
20 82 65 50 22.75 25 76
22 100 80 50 27.5 27.5 76
25 100 80 50 31.5 31.5 76
27 110 88 60 34.5 34.5 76
30 110 88 60 37 37 76
33 128 112 70 39.81 43.25 76
36 128 112 70 42.81 43.25 76

Notes
All external accessories are oversized 1/4 for R.A. and S.A. openings
All dimensions are specified in inches
All dimensions are subject to change

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 C FA
Models 222 - 236

Model# A B C D E H

222 100 146 50 77 27.25 76

225 100 146 50 88 31.5 76
227 110 156 60 96 34.5 76
230 110 156 60 104 37 76
233 128 191 70 116 43.25 76
236 128 191 70 122 43.25 76

Notes
All external accessories are oversized 1/4 for R.A. and S.A. openings
All dimensions are specified in inches
All dimensions are subject to change For more detailed drawings,
please visit us online at
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S e l e c t i n g

Selecting The Rupp Air

M a n a g e m e n t S y s t e m To
M e e t Yo u r N e e d s
Rupp Air has developed a simple to use computer air temperature (EAT) from the leaving air tempera-
selection program to help you select every type of ture (LAT) which is typically your winter design
direct-fired heater system and configuration outlined t e mp e r a t u r e .
in this catalog. However, before making the proper
RAMS direct-fired heater selection you will need to ______ LAT
know some of the following items. ______ EAT

Determine the best direct-fired heater system ______delta T

from pages 4-5 that meets your needs.
Calculate desired supply CFM, this will be determined
by your exhaust CFM volume or CFM required to
heat your space such to offset infiltration, additional
CFM may be added to pressurize the space slightly.
Determine temperature rise or BTUs of heating
required.
For make-up air applications, temperature rise
(delta T) can be determined by subtracting the entering
For heating of a space, BTUs can be calculated
by figuring heat loss in your space and adding this to
the heat required to temper the infiltration CFM (ICFM)
and the exhaust CFM (ECFM) in the space.
______ BTUs Heat Loss
+ ______ (ICFM + ECFM) x 1.08 x delta T
_ _ _ _ _ _ Total BTUs

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 Determine static pressure loss of all external ducting
and accessories (The Rupp Air selection software will
calculate pressure drop through accessories automat-
ically, however a quick reference accessories pressure
drop table is available below).

Accessory Pressure Drops

Item *Inches WC

Intake Hood with Bird Screen 0.10

Intake Hood with Filters 0.25

V-Bank with Cleanable Filters 0.25

V-Bank with Pleated Filters 0.40

Intake Damper 0.10

Standard Discharge Damper 0.15

Internal Discharge Damper 0.10

Discharge Diffuser 0.25

*Pressure drops estimated at mid range CFM capacity,

for specific pressure drops by CFM and model consult your
local RAMS sales representative or visit our website at
www.ruppams.com

Determine location of unit indoor or outdoor; ground

or roof. (An illustration of options available can be
found on pages 8-9). Determine supply voltage.

Determine arrangement of unit from drawings below. Determine control system from pages 10-11.

Determine accessories and options required for

application from pages 8-9.

V1 V2
Rupp Airs selection program has been designed to
Top Side provide you with a complete selection of the heater
Discharge Discharge
that best fits your needs, along with a detailed specifi-
cation and complete as-built drawings.

H1
If selecting the correct model and horsepower is all
you need at this time, you can simply use the perform-
Side
Discharge
ance data found on pages 18-26. Keep in mind that
external static pressure is duct static plus Rupp Air
accessories. After a model has been selected, drawings
H2 for that model can be found on pages 12-15.

Bottom Now that you have compiled the required information

Discharge
you can now effectively size the direct-fired system to
meet your needs using the Rupp Air easy to use step-
by-step selection program. For assistance in selecting
H3
a unit, simply contact your local Rupp Air sales office
Top
or call Rupp Air directly at 1.800.291.2452.
Discharge

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 Performance Summary Chart
CFM R a n ge Model BTU/hr R a n ge

1000 - 4200 10 43,000 - 640,000

2000 - 5500 12 86,000 - 800,000

3000 - 7000 15 130,000 - 1,140,000

5000 - 11 , 5 0 0 18 216,000 - 1,790,000

7000 - 16,000 20 302,000 - 2,290,000

10,000 - 22,000 22 432,000 - 3,150,000

14,000 - 30,500 25 605,000 - 4,360,000

16,000 - 36,000 27 691,000 - 5,150,000

20,000 - 42,000 30 864,000 - 6,010,000

24,000 - 48,000 33 1,037,000 - 6,870,000

28,000 - 54,000 36 1,210,000 - 7,730,000

22,000 - 44,000 222 950,000 - 6,300,000

30,000 - 56,000 225 1,296,000 - 8,010,000

34,000 - 66,000 227 1,469,000 - 9,440,000

40,000 - 79,000 230 1,728,000 - 11 , 3 0 0 , 0 0 0

54,000 - 90,000 233 2,340,000 - 12,900,000

60,000 - 102,000 236 2,600,000 - 15,440,000

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F r o m A i r Q u a l i t y To H e a t i n g A n d C o o l i n g

Rupp Air Has The Pro d u c t s

To Meet Your Needs
RUPP Airs products have been designed with the customer in mind, from Custom
industrial and commercial make-up air systems to exhaust fans and a total heat Built
system. Each piece of equipment undergoes a complete and stringent series of
Stringent
tests to ensure that the unit is durable and works reliably for years to come.
Testing
At RUPP Air, our commitment to continuous innovation in ventilation and air
quality means you can count on us to deliver the best system available. Reliable
Systems

Rupp Air Warranty Quality

Rupp Air Management Systems, (SELLER),
warrants this equipment to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for a period of 12
months from the date of shipment. This war-
ranty shall not apply if 1) the equipment is not
installed by a qualified installer per the
SELLERs Installation Instructions (copy of
which is shipped with the product,) 2) the
equipment is not installed in accordance
with federal, state and local codes and reg-
ulations, 3) the equipment is misused or
neglected, 4) the equipment is not oper-
ated within its published capacity.
The SELLER shall not be liable for inciden-
tal, consequential losses and damages poten-
tially attributable to malfunctioning equipment.
Should any part of the equipment prove to be
Products
defective in material or workmanship within
the 12 month warranty period, upon examina-
tion by the SELLER, such part will be repaired Best
or replaced by the SELLERat no charge. The Delivery
BUYER shall pay all labor costs incurred in
connection with such repair or replacement.
Equipment shall not be returned without Superior
SELLERs prior authorization and all returned Support
equipment shall be shipped by the BUYER,
F.O.B. West Union, Iowa, freight prepaid.
Superior
Serviceability
Warranty Disclaimer
Rupp Air accepts no responsibility for its
products if used improperly or installed other
than by a licensed electrician, nor will Rupp
Air be liable for damage of any kind, special,
indirect or consequential.

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resulting from the Companys ongoing research and development.