Goodman MEC96, CEC96 Installation Manual
*MEC96 & *CEC96
WO-STAGE
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GAS F
(Type FSP CATEGORY IV Direct
or Non Direct Vent Air Furnace)
These furnaces comply with requirements embodied in the American National Standard / National Standard of Canada ANSI Z21.47·CSA-2.3
Gas Fired Central Furnaces.
s a professional installer you have an obligation to know
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the product better than the customer. This includes all safety
precautions and related items.
Prior to actual installation, thoroughly familiarize yourself
with this Instruction Manual. Pay special attention to all
safety warnings. Often during installation or repair it is
possible to place yourself in a position which is more
hazardous than when the unit is in operation.
Remember, it is your responsibility to install the product
safely and to know it well enough to be able to instruct a
customer in its safe use.
Safety is a matter of common sense...a matter of thinking
before acting. Most dealers have a list of specific good
safety practices...follow them.
The precautions listed in this Installation Manual are intended
as supplemental to existing practices. However, if there is
a direct conflict between existing practices and the content
of this manual, the precautions listed here take precedence.
RECOGNIZE THIS SYMBOL
AS A SAFETY PRECAUTION.
*NOTE: Please contact your distributor or our website for
the applicable Specification Sheet referred to in this manual.
URNACES
Installer:
Affix all manuals
adjacent to the unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS .................................... 2
HIPPING INSPECTION ............................................ 4
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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS ................... 4
TO THE INSTALLER .............................................. 5
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ......................................... 5
EATURES ....................................................... 5
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PRODUCT APPLICATION ......................................... 5
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS & CONSIDERATIONS ........... 6
LEARANCES AND ACCESSIBILITY ................................... 7
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EXISTING FURNACE REMOVAL ..................................... 8
THERMOSTAT LOCATION .......................................... 8
OMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR REQUIREMENTS .................. 8
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INSTALLATION POSITIONS ...................................... 9
ORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS & CONSIDERATIONS ..................... 9
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URNACE SUSPENSION ........................................... 9
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FRONT COVER PRESSURE SWITCH TUBE LOCATION ................. 9
DRAIN TRAP AND LINES ......................................... 10
HORIZONTAL FURNACE LEVELING ................................ 10
ALTERNATE ELECTRICAL AND GAS LINE CONNECTIONS ............. 10
DRAIN PAN ....................................................10
FREEZE PROTECTION ............................................10
PROPANE GAS/HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS .......... 10
VENT/FLUE PIPE & COMBUSTION AIR PIPE .................10
UAL CERTIFICATION: NON-DIRECT/DIRECT VENT ................ 11
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MATERIALS AND JOINING METHODS ..............................11
PROPER VENT/FLUE AND COMBUSTION AIR PIPING PRACTICES .....11
TERMINATION LOCATIONS ........................................12
CANADIAN VENT PIPE AND COMBUSTION AIR PIPE REQUIREMENTS .. 12
STANDARD FURNACE CONNECTIONS .............................. 13
VENT/FLUE PIPE .............................................. 13
NON-DIRECT VENT (SINGLE PIPE) PIPING ........................15
VENT/INTAKE TERMINATIONS FOR INSTALLATION
MULTIPLE DIRECT VENT FURNACES ........................17
OF
CONCENTRIC VENT TERMINATION .................................18
SIDE WALL VENT KIT .......................................... 18
CONDENSATE DRAIN LINES & DRAIN TRAP .................18
ENERAL DRAIN INFORMATION ...................................18
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FIELD SUPPLIED DRAIN ......................................... 18
UPFLOW MODEL INSTALLED VERTICALLY .......................... 19
DRAIN EXITING RIGHT SIDE ..................................... 19
DRAIN EXITING LEFT SIDE ...................................... 20
UPFLOW MODEL INSTALLED HORIZONTALLY
RIGHT SIDE DOWN ..................................... 20
WITH
UPFLOW MODEL INSTALLED HORIZONTALLY
LEFT SIDE DOWN ...................................... 20
WITH
COUNTERFLOW MODEL INSTALLED VERTICALLY...................21
DRAIN EXITING LEFT SIDE.....................................21
DRAIN EXITING RIGHT SIDE....................................22
COUNTERFLOW MODEL INSTALLED HORIZONTALLY WITH
RIGHT SIDE DOWN...........................................22
COUNTERFLOW MODEL INSTALLED HORIZONTALLY WITH
LEFT SIDE DOWN............................................23
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ................................... 24
W
IRING HARNESS ...............................................24
115 V
OLT LINE CONNECTIONS ..................................24
JUNCTION BOX RELOCATION ..................................... 24
24 VOLT THERMOSTAT WIRING ..................................25
SINGLE-STAGE HEATING THERMOSTAT APPLICATION ................25
OSSIL FUEL APPLICATIONS ......................................25
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WINNING .....................................................26
115 VOLT LINE CONNECTION OF ACCESSORIES
(HUMIDIFIER AND ELECTRONIC AIR CLEANER) ..................26
GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING .......................................26
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IGH ALTITUDE DERATE ......................................... 27
PROPANE GAS CONVERSION .....................................27
GAS PIPING CONNECTIONS ......................................27
PROPANE GAS TANKS AND PIPING ................................ 28
CIRCULATING AIR & FILTERS .................................. 29
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UCT WORK - AIR FLOW ....................................... 29
CHECKING DUCT STATIC .........................................29
BOTTOM RETURN AIR OPENING [UPFLOW MODELS] .............. 31
FILTERS - READ THIS SECTION BEFORE INSTALLING
THE RETURN AIR DUCT WORK ................................31
UPRIGHT INSTALLATIONS .........................................31
HORIZONTAL INSTALLATIONS ......................................32
STARTUP PROCEDURE & ADJUSTMENT ......................32
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RAIN TRAP PRIMING ........................................... 32
FURNACE OPERATION ........................................... 32
GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE MEASUREMENT ...........................32
GAS MANIFOLD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT .......33
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ......................................... 34
GAS INPUT RATE MEASUREMENT (NATURAL GAS ONLY) ...........46
TEMPERATURE RISE ............................................. 46
CIRCULATOR BLOWER SPEEDS ...................................46
BLOWER HEAT OFF DELAY TIMINGS .............................47
NORMAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION .........................47
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OWER UP ....................................................47
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EATING MODE ................................................47
COOLING MODE ................................................ 48
FAN ONLY MODE .............................................. 48
OPERATIONAL CHECKS .........................................48
SAFETY CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION ...............................48
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NTEGRATED CONTROL MODULE .................................48
RIMARY LIMIT ................................................. 48
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A
UXILIARY LIMIT ................................................48
ROLLOUT LIMIT..............................................48
PRESSURE SWITCHES ............................................ 48
FLAME SENSOR ................................................48
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ROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 49
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LECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS ..................49
CHECKING FLAME SIGNAL ....................................... 49
LIMIT FAULT CODES ............................................ 49
DIAGNOSTIC CHART .............................................50
FAULT RECALL ................................................. 50
RESETTING FROM LOCKOUT .....................................50
MAINTENANCE ...................................................51
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NNUAL INSPECTION ............................................ 51
FILTERS ........................................................ 51
BURNERS ...................................................... 52
INDUCED DRAFT AND CIRCULATOR BLOWERS ......................52
CONDENSATE TRAP AND DRAIN SYSTEM (QUALIFIED SERVICER ONLY)52
FLAME SENSOR (QUALIFIED SERVICER ONLY) .................... 52
FLUE PASSAGES (QUALIFIED SERVICER ONLY) .................... 52
BEFORE LEAVING AN INSTALLATION .........................52
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................... 52
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART................................... 53
WIRING DIAGRAM ...............................................55
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRODUCTS INSTALLED
IN THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS ..................56
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AFETY
C
ONSIDERATIONS
Adhere to the following warnings and cautions when installing, adjusting, altering, servicing, or operating the furnace.
To ensure proper installation and operation, thoroughly read
this manual for specifics pertaining to the installation and
application of this product.
This furnace is manufactured for use with natural gas. It
may be field converted to operate on L.P. gas by using the
appropriate L.P. conversion kit listed in the PROPANE GAS/
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS section of this manual
Install this furnace only in a location and position as specified in LOCATION REQUIREMENTS & CONSIDERATIONS sec-
tion and INSTALLATION POSITIONS section of this manual.
Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air to the furnace as specified in COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR RE-
QUIREMENTS section of this manual.
O
NLY PERSONNEL THAT HAVE BEEN TRAINED TO INSTALL, ADJUST, SERVIC E OR
REPAIR (HEREINAFTER
SHOULD SERVICE THE EQUIPMENT
FOR ANY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE ARISING FROM IMPROPER SERVIC E OR
SERVICE PROCEDURES
FOR ANY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT
JURISDICTIONS THAT REQUIRE ONE OR MORE LICENSES TO SERVIC E THE EQUIPMENT
SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL, ONLY LICENSED PERSONNEL SHOULD SERVIC E THE
EQUIPMENT
THE EQUIPMENT SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL, OR ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, ADJUST
SERVICE OR REPAIR THE EQUIPMENT SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL WITHOUT PROPER
TRAINING MAY RESULT IN PRODUCT DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH
, “
SERVIC E
”)
THE EQUIPMENT SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL
. THE
MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE
. IF
YOU SERVICE THIS UNIT, YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY
. IN
ADDITION, IN
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MPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, SERVICING OR REPAIR OF
.
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Combustion products must be discharged to the outdoors.
Connect this furnace to an approved vent system only, as
specified in VENT/FLUE PIPE & COMBUSTION AIR PIPE section of this manual.
Never test for gas leaks with an open flame. Use a commercially available soap solution made specifically for the detection of leaks to check all connections, as specified in GAS
SUPPLY AND PIPING section of this manual.
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Always install a furnace to operate within the furnace’s intended temperature-rise range with a duct system which has
external static pressure within the allowable range, as specified on the furnace rating plate and OPERATIONAL CHECKS
section of these instructions.
When a furnace is installed so that supply ducts carry air
circulated by the furnace to areas outside the space containing the furnace, the return air shall also be handled by duct(s)
sealed to the furnace casing and terminating outside the
space containing the furnace.
CAUTION
FROZEN AND BURST WATER PIPE HAZARD
AILURE TO PROTECT AGAINST THE RISK OF FREEZING MAY RESULT IN
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PROPERTY DAMAGE
PECIAL PRECAUTIONS
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AREA WHICH MAY DROP BELOW FREEZING
OPERATION OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT
ENVIRONMENT HAS THE POTENTIAL OF FREEZING, THE DRAIN TRAP AND
DRAIN LINE MUST BE PROTECTED
HEATERS, ELECTRIC HEAT TAPE AND/OR
RECOMMENDED FOR THESE INSTALLATIONS
.
MUST BE
MADE IF INSTALLING FURNACE IN AN
. T
HIS CAN CAUS E IMPROPER
. IF
THE FURNACE
. THE
USE OF ACCESSORY DRAIN TRAP
RV
ANTIFREEZE IS
.
A gas-fired furnace for installation in a residential garage
must be installed as specified in the LOCATION REQUIRE-
MENTS AND CONSIDERATIONS section of this manual.
WARNING
T
HIS PRODUCT CONTAINS OR PRODUCES A CHEMICAL OR CHEMICALS
WHICH MAY CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS OR DEATH AND WHICH ARE
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH
DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM
.
WARNING
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EATING UNIT SHOULD NOT BE UTILIZED WITHOUT REASONABLE
ROUTINE, INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE AND SUPERVISION
BUILDING IN WHICH ANY SUCH DEVICE IS LOCATED WILL BE VACANT
CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN THAT SUCH DEVICE IS ROUTINELY INSPECTED
MAINTAINED AND MONITORED. IN THE EVENT THAT THE BUILDING
MAYBE EXPOSED TO FREEZING TEMPERATURES AND WILL BE VACANT
ALL WATER-BEARING PIPES SHOULD BE DRAINED, THE BUILDING SHOULD
BE PROPERLY WINTERIZED, AND THE WATER SOURCE CLOSED. IN THE
EVENT THAT THE BUILDING MAY BE EXPOSED TO FREEZING
TEMPERATURES AND WILL BE VACANT, ANY HYDRONIC COIL UNITS
SHOULD BE DRAINED AS WELL AND, IN SUCH CASE, ALTERNATIVE HEAT
SOURCES SHOULD BE UTILIZED
.
. IF
THE
,
,
,
,
WARNING
TO
PREVENT POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH DUE TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, THE FURNACE MUST BE LOCATED TO
PROTECT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FROM WATER
.
This furnace may be used as a construction site heater only
if certain conditions are met. These conditions are listed in
the PRODUCT APPLICATION section of this manual.
WARNING
TO
PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO IMPROPER
INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE
REFER TO THIS MANUAL
INFORMATION, CONSU LT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICER AGENCY OR
THE GAS SUPPLIER
. FOR
ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE OR
.
,
WARNING
IF
THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY
DAMAGE
,
PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE
DO
NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE
.
.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
D
O NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE
D
O NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRICAL SWITCH; DO NOT USE ANY PHONE
IN YOUR BUILDING
I
MMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBOR’S
PHONE
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I
F YOU CANNOT REACH YOUR GAS SUPPLIER, CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT
I
NSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED
INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER
.
OLLOW THE GAS SUPPLIER’S INSTRUCTIONS
.
.
.
.
Drain trap must be primed at time of installation. Trap is
internally partitioned; add water to both inlet ports until water appears at both sides of the outlet opening. Failure to
prime trap at time of installation may have a negative effect on combustion quality and pressure switch action.
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Advertencia especial para la instalación de calentadores ó manejadoras
de aire en áreas cerradas com o estacionamient os ó cuartos de ser vicio.
RISQUE D'EMPOISONNEMENT AU
MONOXYDE DE CARBONE
Las emis iones de mon óxido de carbono pueden circular a través
del aparat o cuando s e ope ra en cualquier m odo.
CO can cause serious illness including perma nent brain
damage or death.
B10259-216
El monóx ido de car bono puede causa r enfer medades severas
como daño cerebral p ermanente ó m uerte.
SHIPPING I NSPECTION
All units are securely packed in shipping containers tested according to International Safe Transit Association specifications.
The carton must be checked upon arrival for external damage.
If damage is found, a request for inspection by carrier’s agent
must be made in writing immediately.
The furnace must be carefully inspected on arrival for damage
and bolts or screws which may have come loose in transit. In the
event of damage the consignee should:
1. Make a notation on delivery receipt of any visible damage
to shipment or container.
2. Notify carrier promptly and request an inspection.
3. With concealed damage, carrier must be notified as soon
as possible - preferably within five days.
4. File the claim with the following support documents within
a nine month statute of limitations.
• Original or certified copy of the Bill of Lading, or
indemnity bond.
• Original paid freight bill or indemnity in lieu thereof.
• Original or certified copy of the invoice, showing trade
and other discounts or reductions.
• Copy of the inspection report issued by carrier’s
representative at the time damage is reported to carrier.
The carrier is responsible for making prompt inspection of damage and for a thorough investigation of each claim. The distributor or manufacturer will not accept claims from dealers for
transportation damage.
WARNING
S
HOULD OVERHEATING OCCUR OR THE GAS SUPPLY FAIL TO SHUT OFF
TURN OFF THE MANUAL GAS SHUTOFF VALVE EXTERNAL TO THE
FURNACE BEFORE TURNING OFF THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
.
,
Cette ventilation est nécessaire pour éviter le danger d'intoxication
au CO po uvant surveni r si un appare il produisant du monoxyde
de carbon e continue de fonctionner au sein de la zone confinée .
B10259-216
Le monoxyde de
des
dommag es pe rmanents au cerve au et meme la mor t.
carbone peut causer des maladies graves telles que
B10259-216
WARNING
P
OSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO
FIRE, EXPLOSION, SMOKE, SOOT, CONDENSATION, ELECTRICAL SHOCK
OR CARBO N MONOXIDE MAY RESULT FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION
REPAIR OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT
.
,
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS
NOTE: Discharge your body’s static electricity before touching
unit. An electrostatic discharge can adversely affect electrical
components.
Use the following precautions during furnace installation and servicing to protect the integrated control module from damage. By
putting the furnace, the control, and the person at the same
electrostatic potential, these steps will help avoid exposing the
integrated control module to electrostatic discharge. This procedure is applicable to both installed and non-installed (ungrounded) furnaces.
1. Disconnect all power to the furnace. Do not touch the
integrated control module or any wire connected to the
control prior to discharging your body’s electrostatic
charge to ground.
2. Firmly touch a clean, unpainted, metal surface of the
furnaces near the control. Any tools held in a person’s
hand during grounding will be discharged.
3. Service integrated control module or connecting wiring
following the discharge process in step 2. Use caution not
to recharge your body with static electricity; (i.e., do not
move or shuffle your feet, do not touch ungrounded
objects, etc.). If you come in contact with an ungrounded
object, repeat step 2 before touching control or wires.
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4. Discharge your body to ground before removing a new
control from its container. Follow steps 1 through 3 if
installing the control on a furnace. Return any old or new
controls to their containers before touching any ungrounded
object.
TO THE INSTALLER
Before installing this unit, please read this manual thoroughly to
familiarize yourself with specific items which must be adhered
to, including but not limited to: unit maximum external static
pressure, gas pressures, BTU input rating, proper electrical connections, circulating air temperature rise, minimum or maximum CFM, and motor speed connections.
WARNING
TO
PREVENT PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO
FIRE, DO NOT INSTALL THIS FURNACE IN A MOBILE HOME, TRAILER, OR
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
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RODUCT DESCRIPTION
.
FEATURES
The *MEC96 furnace may be installed upflow or horizontally
with left or right side down. The *CEC96 furnace may be
installed downflow or horizontally with left or right side down.
*MEC96 & *CEC96 two-stage gas furnaces features a multispeed ECM indoor fan motor, two heating inputs (W1 & W2),
two cooling inputs (YLO & Y) and a two stage gas valve. A
single stage heating thermostat may also be used in conjunction with timed transition to high fire by the furnace
integrated control board.
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RODUCT APPLICATION
This furnace is primarily designed for residential home-heating
applications. It is NOT designed or certified for use in mobile
homes, trailers or recreational vehicles. Neither is it designed
or certified for outdoor applications. The furnace must be installed indoors (i.e., attic space, crawl space, or garage area
provided the garage area is enclosed with an operating door).
This furnace can be used in the following non-industrial commercial applications:
Schools, Office buildings, Churches, Retail stores, Nursing
homes, Hotels/motels, Common or office areas
In such applications, the furnace must be installed with the following stipulations:
• It must be installed per the installation instructions
provided and per local and national codes.
• It must be installed indoors in a building constructed on
site.
• It must be part of a ducted system and not used in a
free air delivery application.
• It must not be used as a “make-up” air unit.
• It must be installed as a two-pipe system for combustion
air.
• All other warranty exclusions and restrictions apply This
furnace is an ETL dual-certified appliance and is
appropriate for use with natural or propane gas (NOTE:
If using propane, a propane conversion kit is required).
Dual certification means that the combustion air inlet pipe is
optional and the furnace can be vented as a:
Non-direct vent (single pipe) central forced air furnace
in which combustion air is taken from the installation
area or from air ducted from the outside or,
Direct vent (dual pipe) central forced air furnace in
which all combustion air supplied directly to the furnace
burners through a special air intake system outlined in
these instructions.
Gas furnaces manufactured on or after May 1, 2017 are not
permitted to be used in Canada for heating of buildings or
structures under construction.
In the U.S.A. this furnace may be used as a construction site
heater ONLY if all of the following conditions are met:
• The vent system is permanently installed per these
installation instructions.
• A room thermostat is used to control the furnace. Fixed
jumpers that provide continuous heating CANNOT be
used and can cause long term equipment damage. Bimetal thermostats, or any thermostat affected by
vibration must not be used
during construction.
• Return air ducts are provided and sealed to the furnace.
• A return air temperature range between 60ºF (16ºC)
and 80ºF (27ºC) is maintained.
• Air filters are installed in the system and replaced daily
during construction and upon completion of construction.
• The input rate and temperature rise are set per the
furnace rating plate.
• The furnace must be installed as a two pipe system,
using 100% outside air for combustion during
construction.
• The furnace heat exchanger, components, duct system,
air filters and evaporator coils are thoroughly cleaned
following final construction clean up by a qualified
person.
• All furnace operating conditions (including ignition, input
rate, temperature rise and venting) are verified by a
qualified
person according to these installation instructions.
• Furnace doors must be in place on the furnace while the
furnace is operating in any mode.
• Damage or repairs due to failure to comply with these
requirements are not covered under the warranty.
NOTE: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that the
following additional requirements must also be met:
• Gas furnaces must be installed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter.
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• A T-handle gas cock must be used.
• If the unit is to be installed in an attic, the passageway
to and the service area around the unit must have
flooring.
To ensure proper furnace operation, install, operate and
maintain the furnace in accordance with these installation
and operation instructions, all local building codes and ordinances. In their absence, follow the latest edition of the Na-
tional Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1), and/or CAN/CSA
B149.1-15 Installation Codes, local plumbing or waste water codes,
and other applicable codes.
A copy of the National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1)
can be obtained from any of the following:
American National Standards Institute
25 West 43rd Street, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10036
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley
Independence, OH 44131
The rated heating capacity of the furnace should be greater than
or equal to the total heat loss of the area to be heated. The total
heat loss should be calculated by an approved method or in accordance with “ASHRAE Guide” or “Manual J-Load Calculations”
published by the Air Conditioning Contractors of America.
A copy of the CAN/CSA B149.1-15 Installation Codes can also
be obtained from:
CSA International
178 Rexdale Boulevard
Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3
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OCATION REQUIREMENTS
& C
ONSIDERATIONS
Follow the instructions listed below and the guidelines provided
in the Combustion and Ventilation Air Requirements section when
selecting a furnace location.
WARNING
TO
PREVENT POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, THE FOLLOWING BULLET POINTS MUST BE
OBSERVED WHEN INSTALLING THIS UNIT
.
,
WARNING
P
OSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO
FIRE, EXPLOSION, SMOKE, SOOT, CONDENSATION, ELECTRICAL SHOCK
OR CARBO N MONOXIDE MAY RESULT FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION
REPAIR OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT
.
,
• Centrally locate the furnace with respect to the proposed
or existing air distribution system.
• Ensure the temperature of the return air entering the
furnace is between 55°F and 100°F when the furnace is
heating.
• Provide provisions for venting combustion products
outdoors through a proper venting system. Special
consideration should be given to vent/flue pipe routing
and combustion air intake pipe when applicable. Refer
to Vent/Flue Pipe and Combustion Air Pipe -Termination
Locations for appropriate termination locations and to
determine if the piping system from furnace to
termination can be accomplished within the guidelines
given. NOTE: The length of flue and/or combustion
air piping can be a limiting factor in the location of the
furnace.
• Locate the furnace so condensate flows downwards to
the drain. Do not locate the furnace or its condensate
drainage system in any area subject to below freezing
temperatures without proper freeze protection. Refer
to Condensate Drain Lines and Trap for further details.
• Ensure adequate combustion air is available for the
furnace. Improper or insufficient combustion air can
expose building occupants to gas combustion products
that could include carbon monoxide. Refer to
Combustion and Ventilation Air Requirements.
• Set the furnace on a level floor to enable proper
condensate drainage. If the floor becomes wet or damp
at times, place the furnace above the floor on a concrete
base sized approximately 1-1/2" larger than the base
of the furnace. Refer to the Horizontal Applications
and Considerations for leveling of horizontal furnaces.
• Ensure upflow or horizontal furnaces are not installed
directly on carpeting, or any other combustible material.
The only combustible material allowed is wood.
• Exposure to contaminated combustion air will result in
safety and performance-related problems. Do not install
the furnace where the combustion air is exposed to the
following substances:
permanent wave solutions
carbon tetrachloride
deicing salts or chemicals
cleaning solutions (such as perchloroethylene)
paint removers
cements and glues
chlorinated waxes or cleaners
water softening chemicals
halogen type refrigerants
chlorine-based swimming pool chemicals
printing inks
varnishes
hydrochloric acid
antistatic fabric softeners for clothes dryers
• Seal off a non-direct vent furnace if it is installed near
an area frequently contaminated by any of the above
substances. This protects the non-direct vent furnace
from airborne contaminants. To ensure that the
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enclosed non-direct vent furnace has an adequate supply
of combustion air, vent from a nearby uncontaminated
room or from outdoors. Refer to the Combustion and
Ventilation Air Requirements for details.
• If the furnace is used in connection with a cooling coil
unit, install the furnace upstream or in parallel with the
cooling coil unit. Premature heat exchanger failure will
result if the cooling unit is placed ahead of the furnace.
For vertical (upflow or downflow) applications, the
minimum cooling coil width shall not be less than
furnace width minus 1”. Additionally, a coil installed
above an upflow furnace or under a counterflow
furnace may be the same width as the furnace or
may be one size larger than the furnace. Example:
a “C” width coil may be installed with a “B” width
furnace.
For upflow applications, the front of the coil and
furnace must face the same direction.
• If the furnace is installed in a residential garage,
position the furnace so that the burners and ignition
source are located not less than 18 inches (457 mm)
above the floor. Protect the furnace from physical
damage by vehicles.
• If the furnace is installed horizontally, ensure the access
doors are not on the “up/top” or “down/bottom” side
of the furnace.
• Do not connect this furnace to a chimney flue that
serves a separate appliance designed to burn solid
fuel.
• On Counterflow Installations, the air conditioning
coil must be downstream on the supply (positive)
side of the furnace heat exchanger.
• Counterflow Installation over a noncombustible
floor. Before setting the furnace over the plenum
opening, ensure the surface around the opening is
smooth and level. A tight seal should be made
between the furnace base and floor by using a
silicone rubber caulking compound or cement grout.
• Counterflow Installation over a combustible floor. If
installation over a combustible floor becomes necessary,
use an accessory subbase (see Specification Sheet
applicable for your model for details.) A special accessory
subbase must be used for upright counterflow unit
installations over any combustible material including
wood. Refer to subbase instructions for installation
details. Follow the instructions with the subbase for
proper installation. Do not install the furnace directly
on carpeting, tile, or other combustible material other
than wood flooring. (NOTE: The subbase will not be
required if an air conditioning coil is installed between
the supply air opening on the furnace and the floor.)
CLEARANCES AND ACCESSIBILITY
NOTES:
• For servicing or cleaning, a 24” front clearance is
required.
• Unit connections (electrical, flue and drain) may
necessitate greater clearances than the minimum
clearances listed above.
• In all cases, accessibility clearance must take
precedence over clearances from the enclosure
where accessibility clearances are greater.
NOTES:
• For servicing or cleaning, a 24” front clearance is
required.
• Unit connections (electrical, flue and drain) may
necessitate greater clearances than the minimum
clearances listed above.
• In all cases, accessibility clearance must take
precedence over clearances from the enclosure
where accessibility clearances are greater.
Installations must adhere to the clearances to combustible materials to which this furnace has been design certified. The minimum clearance information for this furnace is provided on the
unit’s clearance label. These clearances must be permanently
maintained. Clearances must also accommodate an installation’s
gas, electrical, and drain trap and drain line connections. If the
alternate combustion air intake or vent/flue connections are used
additional clearance must be provided to accommodate these
connections. Refer to Vent/Flue Pipe and Combustion Air Pipe
for details.
NOTE: In addition to the required clearances to combustible
materials, a minimum of 24 inches service clearance must be
available in front of the unit.
*M EC96 M INIM UM CL EA RA NCES TO COM BUSTIBLE M A TERIAL S
(INCHE S)
POSITION* SIDES REA R FRONT BOTTOM FL UE TOP
Upflow 0" 0" 3" C 0" 1"
Ho rizont al 6" 0" 3" C 0" 6"
C = I f placed on combust ible floor , floor MUST be wood only.
*CEC96 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
(INCHES)
POSITION* SIDES REA R FRONT BOTTOM FLUE TOP
Cou nt erflow 0" 0" 3" NC 0" 1"
Horizon tal 6" 0" 3" C 0" 6"
C = If placed on combustible floor, floor MUST be wood only.
NC = For installation on non-combustible floors only. A combustible subbase
mus t be u sed for insta llations on c ombus t ible floor ing.
TOP
TOP
BOTTOM
BOTTOM
Figure 1
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A furnace installed in a confined space (i.e., a closet or utility
room) must have two ventilation openings with a total minimum
free area of 0.25 square inches per 1,000 BTU/hr of furnace
input rating. Refer to Specification Sheet applicable to your model
for minimum clearances to combustible surfaces. One of the
ventilation openings must be within 12 inches of the top; the
other opening must be within 12 inches of the bottom of the
confined space. In a typical construction, the clearance between
the door and door frame is usually adequate to satisfy this ventilation requirement.
9. After it has been determined that each appliance connected to the venting system properly vents when tested
as outlined above, return doors, windows, exhaust
fans, fireplace dampers and any other gas burning appliance to their previous conditions of use.
If resizing is required on any portion of the venting system, use
the appropriate table in Appendix G in the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 and/or CSA B149.1-15 Installation Codes.
EXISTING FURNACE REMOVAL
NOTE: When an existing furnace is removed from a venting sys-
tem serving other appliances, the venting system may be too
large to properly vent the remaining attached appliances.
The following vent testing procedure is reproduced from the
American National Standard/National Standard of Canada for
Gas-Fired Central Furnaces ANSI Z21.47, CSA-2.3 latest edition
Section 1.23.1.
The following steps shall be followed with each appliance connected to the venting system placed in operation, while any other
appliances connected to the venting system are not in operation:
1. Seal any unused openings in the venting system.
2. Inspect the venting system for proper size and horizontal pitch, as required by the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1 or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1-15 and these instructions. Determine that there is no blockage or restriction, leakage, corrosion and other deficiencies which could cause
an unsafe condition.
3. As far as practical, close all building doors and windows and all doors between the space in which the
appliance(s) connected to the venting system are located and other spaces of the building.
THERMOSTAT LOCATION
The thermostat should be placed approximately five feet from
the floor on a vibration-free, inside wall in an area having good
air circulation. Do not install the thermostat where it may be
influenced by any of the following:
• Drafts, or dead spots behind doors, in corners, or under
cabinets.
• Hot or cold air from registers.
• Radiant heat from the sun.
• Light fixtures or other appliances.
• Radiant heat from a fireplace.
• Concealed hot or cold water pipes, or chimneys.
• Unconditioned areas behind the thermostat, such as
an outside wall.
Consult the instructions packaged with the thermostat for
mounting instructions and further precautions.
C
OMBUSTION
TO
AVOID PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH
SUFFICIENT FRESH AIR FOR PROPER COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION OF
FLUE GASES MUST BE SUPPLIED
SUPPLIED INTO THE FURNACE AREA
& V
ENTILATION AIR REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
. M
OST HOMES REQUIRE OUTSIDE AIR BE
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,
4. Close fireplace dampers.
5. Turn on clothes dryers and any appliance not connected
to the venting system. Turn on any exhaust fans, such
as range hoods and bathroom exhausts, so they shall
operate at maximum speed. Do not operate a summer
exhaust fan.
6. Follow the lighting instructions. Place the appliance
being inspected in operation. Adjust thermostat so appliance shall operate continuously.
7. Test for spillage from draft hood appliances at the draft
hood relief opening after 5 minutes of main burner
operation. Use the flame of a match or candle.
8. If improper venting is observed during any of the above
tests, the venting system must be corrected in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54 and/or National Gas and Propane Installation
Code CSA B149.1-15.
Improved construction and additional insulation in buildings
have reduced heat loss by reducing air infiltration and escape around doors and windows. These changes have helped
in reducing heating/cooling costs but have created a problem supplying combustion and ventilation air for gas fired
and other fuel burning appliances. Appliances that pull air
out of the house (clothes dryers, exhaust fans, fireplaces,
etc.) increase the problem by starving appliances for air.
House depressurization can cause back drafting or improper
combustion of gas-fired appliances, thereby exposing building
occupants to gas combustion products that could include carbon monoxide.
If this furnace is to be installed in the same space with other
gas appliances, such as a water heater, ensure there is an adequate supply of combustion and ventilation air for the other
appliances. Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 or CAN/CSA B149.1-15 Installation
Codes or applicable provisions of the local building codes for
determining the combustion air requirements for the appliances.
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Most homes will require outside air be supplied to the furnace
area by means of ventilation grilles or ducts connecting directly
to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors such as attics or
crawl spaces.
I
NSTALLATION POSITIONS
Figure 2A
Recommended Installation Positions
*MEC96 models may be installed upflow or horizontally with
left or right side down. *CEC96 models may be installed down
flow or horizontally with left or right side down. Do not install
this furnace on its back. For upright upflow furnaces, return
air ductwork may be attached to the side panel(s) and/or
basepan. For horizontal upflow furnaces, return air ductwork
must be attached to the basepan. For both upright or hori-
zontal counterflow furnaces, return ductwork must be attached to the basepan (top end of the blower compartment).
NOTE: Ductwork must never be attached to the back of the
furnace. Refer to “Recommended Installation Positions” figure
for appropriate installation positions, ductwork connections,
and resulting airflow arrangements.
H
ORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS
& C
ONSIDERATIONS
When installing a furnace horizontally, additional consideration
must be given to the following:
FURNACE S USPENSION
If suspending the furnace from rafters or joists, use 3/8" threaded
rod and 2”x2”x1/8” angle iron as shown in the following diagram. The length of rod will depend on the application and the
clearances necessary.
Figure 2B
Figure 2C
Figure 2D
If the furnace is installed in a crawl space it must be suspended
from the floor joist or supported by a concrete pad. Never install
the furnace on the ground or allow it to be exposed to water.
2" 2" 3/8"
ANGLE IRON
XX
(3
PLACES
)
Figure 2
FRONT COVER PRESSURE SWITCH TUBE LOCATION
When a furnace is installed horizontally with left side down,
the front cover pressure switch tube must be re-locaed to he
lower port of the collector box cover.
1. Remove tubefrom front cover pressure switch and
collector box cover.
2. Remove rubber plug from bottom collector box port
and install on top of collector box port.
3. Locate 24’’ x 1/4’’ tube in bag assembly.
4. Install one end on front cover pressure switch.
5. Route tube to lower port on collector box cover and cut
off excess tubing.
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DRAIN TRAP AND LINES
In horizontal applications the condensate drain trap is secured to
the furnace side panel, suspending it below the furnace. A minimum clearance of 5.5” below the furnace must be provided for
the drain trap. Additionally, the appropriate downward piping
slope must be maintained from the drain trap to the drain location. Refer to Condensate Drain Trap and Lines for further de-
tails. If the drain trap and drain line will be exposed to temperatures near or below freezing, adequate measures must be taken
to prevent condensate from freezing.
HORIZONTAL FURNACE LEVELING
Leveling ensures proper condensate drainage from the heat exchanger. For proper flue pipe drainage, the furnace must be
level lengthwise from end to end. The furnace should have a
slight tilt from back to front with the access doors downhill
from the back panel approximately 1/2 to 3/4 inches. The
slight tilt allows the heat exchanger condensate, generated in
the recuperator coil, to flow forward to the recuperator coil front
cover.
ALTERNATE ELECTRICAL AND GAS LINE CONNECTIONS
This furnace has provisions allowing for electrical and gas line
connections through either side panel. In horizontal applications
the connections can be made either through the “top” or “bottom” of the furnace.
DRAIN PAN
A drain pan must be provided if the furnace is installed above a
conditioned area. The drain pan must cover the entire area
under the furnace (and air conditioning coil if applicable).
For installations above 7000 feet, please refer to the furnace
Specification Sheets for required kit(s).
Contact the distributor for a tabular listing of appropriate
manufacturer’s kits for propane gas and/or high altitude installations. The indicated kits must be used to insure safe and
proper furnace operation. All conversions must be performed by
a qualified installer, or service agency.
GAS ALTITUDE KIT O RIFICE
NATURAL
0 - 7000
PROPANE
*supports both Honeywell and White-Rodgers 2-stage valves
(1) FOR USE WITH ALL MODELS EXCEPT *MEC960303AN and *MEC960302BN
(2) FOR USE WITH ONLY *MEC960302BN MODEL
NONE 3.5" w.c. 1.9" w.c. NONE
LPM-08* (1) 1.25MM ( 1)
LPM-30* (2) #57 (2)
#45 (1)
#50 (2)
MANIFOLD PRESSURE
HIGH STAGE L OW STAGE
10.0" w.c. 6.0" w.c. NONE
PRESSURE SWITCH
CHANGE
Vent/Flue Pipe & Combustion Air Pipe
WARNING
F
AILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN BODILY
INJURY OR DEATH
GIVEN IN THIS SECTION
. C
AREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
.
WARNING
U
PON COMPLETION OF THE FURNACE INSTALLATION, CAREFULLY
INSPECT THE ENTIRE FLUE SYSTEM BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE
FURNACE TO ASSURE IT IS PROPERLY SEALED
SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO
EXPOSURE TO FLUE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING CARBO N MONOXIDE
. L
EAKS IN THE FLUE
.
FREEZE PROTECTION
Refer to Horizontal Applications and Conditions - Drain Trap and
Lines.
P
ROPANE GAS/HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS
WARNING
P
OSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH MAY
OCCUR IF THE CORRECT CONVERSION KITS ARE NOT INSTALLED
APPROPRIATE KITS MUST BE APPLIED TO ENSURE SAFE AND PROPER
FURNACE OPERATION
QUALIFIED INSTALLER OR SERVICE AGENCY
. ALL
CONVERSIONS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A
.
This furnace is shipped from the factory configured for natural
gas at standard altitude. Propane gas installations require an
orifice and spring change to compensate for the energy content
difference between natural and propane gas.
High altitude installations may require both a pressure switch
and an orifice/spring change. These changes are necessary to
compensate for the natural reduction in the density of both the
gas fuel and the combustion air at higher altitude. For furnaces
being converted to LP gas, it is strongly recommended that
a LPLP03 kit also be installed. The use of this kit will prevent
the furnace from firing when the LP gas supply pressure is
too low to support proper combustion.
. THE
This manual will refer to the pipe that discharges products
of combustion to the outdoors as the “vent” pipe or “flue”
pipe. The pipe that supplies air for combustion to the furnace will be referred to as the “intake” pipe or “combustion
air” pipe.
A condensing gas furnace achieves its high level of efficiency by
extracting almost all of the heat from the products of combustion and cooling them to the point where condensation takes
place. Because of the relatively low flue gas temperature and
water condensation requirements, PVC or ABS are typically used
as venting and intake pipe materials. In Canada, ABS is not
an approved vent pipe material but it is permissible to use
as combustion air pipe material.
In addition to PVC and ABS pipe and fittings, Innoflue® by
Centrotherm Eco Systems and PolyPro® by M&G Duravent are
also approved vent and combustion air materials for installations in the U.S.A. and Canada. Manufacturers Installation
instructions for these products must be followed. These products have specific instructions for installing, joining and terminating. Do not mix materials or components of one manufacturer with materials or components of another manufacturer.
All furnaces are manufactured with 2" vent / intake pipe and
connectors. For furnaces requiring installation of 3" pipe,
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the transition from 2" to 3" should be done as close to the
furnace as practically possible.
This furnace must not be connected to Type B, BW, or L vent or
vent connector, and must not be vented into any portion of a
factory built or masonry chimney except when used as a pathway
for PVC as described later in this section. Never common vent
this appliance with another appliance or use a vent which is used
by a solid fuel appliance. Do not use commercially available “no
hub connectors” other than those shipped with this product.
It is the responsibility of the installer to follow the manufacturers’ recommendations and to verify that all vent/flue piping and
connectors are compatible with furnace flue products. Additionally, it is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all piping
and connections possess adequate structural integrity and support to prevent flue pipe separation, shifting, or sagging during
furnace operation.
DUAL CERTIFICATION: NON-DIRECT/DIRECT VENT
This furnace is dual certified and may be installed as a non-direct
vent (single pipe) or direct vent (dual pipe) appliance. A non-
direct vent installation requires only a vent/flue pipe, while a
direct vent installation requires both a vent/flue pipe and a com-
bustion air intake pipe. Refer to the appropriate section for
details concerning piping size, length, number of elbows, furnace connections, and terminations.
pipe must meet ASTM D1527 and, if used in Canada, must be
CSA listed. Solvent cement for ABS to ABS joints must meet
ASTM D2235 and, if used in Canada, must be CSA listed. The
solvent cement for the PVC to ABS transition joint must meet
ASTM D3138. Fittings must be DWV type fittings meeting ASTM
D2661 and ASTM D3311 and, if used in Canada, must be CSA
listed. Carefully follow the manufacturers’ instructions for cutting, cleaning, and solvent cementing PVC and/or ABS.
All 90° elbows must be medium radius (1/4 bend DWV) or long
radius (Long sweep 1/4 bend DWV) types conforming to ASTM
D3311. A medium radius (1/4 bend DWV) elbow measures 3 1/
16” minimum from the plane of one opening to the center line of
the other opening for 2” diameter pipe, and 4 9/16” minimum
for 3” pipe.
PROPER VENT/FLUE AND COMBUSTION AIR PIPING PRACTICES
Adhere to these instructions to ensure safe and proper furnace
performance. The length, diameter, and number of elbows of the
vent/flue pipe and combustion air pipe (when applicable) affects
the performance of the furnace and must be carefully sized. All
piping must be installed in accordance with local codes and these
instructions.
Some models require the use of 3” pipe. Do not transition
from a 2” to 3” pipe in a horizontal section of pipe as this
may create a water trap.
MATERIALS AND JOINING METHODS
WARNING
TO
AVOID BODILY INJURY, FIRE OR EXPLOSION, SOLVENT CEMENTS
MUST BE KEPT AWAY FROM ALL IGNITION SOURCES (I.E
FLAMES, AND EXCESSIVE HEAT) AS THEY ARE COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS
VOID BREATHING CEMENT VAPORS OR CONTACT WITH SKIN AND/OR
A
EYES
.
.,
SPARKS, OPEN
Two-three-inch nominal diameter PVC Schedule 40 pipe meeting ASTM D1785, PVC primer meeting ASTM F656, and PVC
solvent cement meeting ASTM D2564 specifications must be
used. Fittings must be DWV type fittings meeting ASTM
D2665 and ASTM D3311. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for cutting, cleaning, and solvent cementing of
PVC.
The use of Schedule 40 PVC cellular core DWV meeting ASTM
F891-1 or ABS cellular core (Foam Core) plastic pipe is also
acceptable as a flue/vent and intake pipe material. PVC
primer meeting ASTM F656 and PVC solvent cement meeting
ASTM D2564 specifications must be used. Fittings must be
DWV type fittings meeting ASTM D2665 and ASTM D3311.
Carefully follow the manufactures instructions for cutting,
cleaning and solvent cementing of PVC.
.
ACCEPTABLE
PREFERRED
Figure 4
TRANSITION NO LESS
THAN 45 DEGREES TO
HORIZONTAL PLANE TO
AVOID CREATING A WATER
TRAP IN VENT PIPING.
For Canadian Installations; field supplied PVC venting materials must be UL S636 listed. NOTE: Requirement does not
apply to the combustion air pipe.
As an alternative to PVC pipe, primer, solvent cement, and fittings, ABS materials which are in compliance with the following
specifications may be used. Two-or-three-inch ABS Schedule 40
Figure 5
11
NO TRANSITION ON
HORIZONTAL PLANE,
THIS CREATES A
WATER TRAP AND
RESTRICTS FLUE
GASES
Figure 6
Piping must be adequately secured and supported to prohibit
sagging, joint separation, and/or detachment from the furnace.
Horizontal runs of vent/flue piping must be supported every three
to five feet and must maintain a 1/4 inch per foot downward
slope, back towards the furnace, to properly return condensate
to the furnace’s drain system. Allowances should be made for
minor expansion and contraction due to temperature variations.
For this reason, particular care must be taken to secure piping
when a long run is followed by a short offset of less than 40
inches.
Precautions should be taken to prevent condensate from freezing inside the vent/flue pipe and/or at the vent/flue pipe termination. All vent/flue piping exposed to freezing temperatures
below 35°F for extended periods of time must be insulated with
1/2” thick closed cell foam. Also all vent/flue piping exposed
outdoors in excess of the terminations shown in this manual (or
in unheated areas) must be insulated with 1/2” thick closed cell
foam. Inspect piping for leaks prior to installing insulation.
TERMINATION LOCATIONS
Non-Direct Vent
&
Direct Vent
Vent/Flue Termina tions
Non-Direct Vent
Vent/Flue Termination
No Termin ations
Above Walkway
Grade or Highest
Anticipated
Snow Level
3' min.
Forced Air
Inlet
<10'
12"
12" min.
12" min.
Direct Ve nt
Vent/Flue Termination
Vent Termination Clearances
Figure 7
NOTE: Refer to Location Requirements and Considerations for
combustion air contaminant restrictions.
The following bullets and diagram describe the restrictions concerning the appropriate location of vent/flue pipe and combustion air intake pipe (when applicable) terminations. Refer to
Non-Direct Vent (Single Pipe) Piping and Direct Vent (Dual Pipe)
Piping located in this section for specific details on termination
construction.
4' min.
4'
min.
12"
min.
Non-Direc t Vent
Vent/Flue Termina tion
• All terminations (flue and/or intake) must be located
at least 12 inches above ground level or the anticipated
snow level.
• Vent terminations (non-direct and direct vent) must
terminate at least 3 feet above any forced air inlet
located within 10 feet.
NOTE: This provision does not apply to the combustion
air intake termination of a direct vent application.
• The vent termination of a non-direct vent application
must terminate at least 4 feet below, 4 feet horizontally
from, or 1 foot above any door, window, or gravity air
inlet into any building.
• The vent termination of a direct vent application must
terminate at least 12 inches from any opening through
which flue gases may enter a building (door, window, or
gravity air inlet).
• The vent termination of vent pipe run vertically through
a roof must terminate at least 12 inches above the roof
line (or the anticipated snow level) and be at least 12
inches from any vertical wall (including any anticipated
snow build up).
• A vent termination shall not terminate over public
walkways or over an area where condensate or vapor
could create a nuisance or hazard or could be detrimental
to the operation of regulators, relief valves, or other
equipment.
• The combustion air intake termination of a direct vent
application should not terminate in an area which is
frequently dusty or dirty.
NOTE: In Canada, the current edition of CAN/CSA B149.1-15
takes precedence over the preceding termination description.
CANADIAN VENT PIPE & COMBUSTION AIR PIPE REQUIRE-
MENTS
All installations in Canada must conform to the requirements
of CAN/CSA B149.1-15 code. All vent components,including
primer and cement, must be listed to ULC S636. The certified pipe and fittings should be clearly marked with the
ULC standard “S636”. The primer and cement used must be
of the same manufacturer as the vent system. For Royal
Pipe System 636; use GVS-65 Primer (Purple) and GVS-65
PVC Solvent Cement. For IPEX System 636, use PVC/CPVC
Primer, Purple or clear. Use PVC Solvent Cement (Gray). For
Canadian installations, ABS may be used as a combustion
air pipe only. ABS is not an approved vent material in Canada.
If ABS is used as a combustion air pipe, it must be CSA
certified. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions in
the use of primer and cement. Do not use primer and cement around potential sources of ignition. Do not use primer
or cement beyond its expiration date. The safe operation,
as defined by ULC S636, of the vent system is based on
following these installation instructions, the vent system
manufacturer’s installation instructions, and proper use of
primer and cement. It is recommended under this standard,
that the vent system be checked once a year by qualified
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service personnel. All fire stops and roof flashings used with
this system must be UL listed. Acceptability under CAN/CSA
B149.1-15 is dependent upon full compliance with all installation instructions. Consult the authority having jurisdiction (gas inspection authority, municipal building department, fire department, etc.) before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit. *IPEX System 636™ is a
trademark of IPEX Inc. Carefully follow the pipe manufacturers’ instructions for cutting, cleaning, and solvent cementing PVC and/or ABS. The vent can be run through an
existing unused chimney provided the space between the
vent pipe and the chimney is insulated and closed with a
weather-tight, corrosion-resistant flashing.
STANDARD FURNACE CONNECTIONS
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the piping
connections to the furnace are secure, airtight, and adequately
supported.
VENT/FLUE P IPE
The vent pipe outlet is sized to accept 2” pipe. Secure vent/
flue pipe directly into the furnace fitting with the appropriate
glue. Alternately, a small section of 2" pipe may be glued in
the furnace socket and a rubber coupling installed to allow
removal for future service. Combustion Air and Vent piping
should be routed in a manner to avoid contact with refrigerant lines, metering devices, condensate drain lines, etc. If
necessary, clearances may be increased by creating an offset
using two 45 degree elbows. This joint can be rotated on the
fitting to establish maximum clearance between refrigerant
lines, metering devices, and condensate drain lines, etc. This
joint is the equivalent of one 90 deg. elbow when considering
elbow count. (Figure 8A)
DIRECT V ENT I NSTALLATIONS
WARNING
E
DGES OF SHEET METAL HOLES MAY BE SHARP
PRECAUTION WHEN REMOVING HOLE PLUGS
.
. USE
GLOVES AS A
On upflow units secure the combustion air intake pipe to the air
intake coupling by using a take apart rubber coupling supplied
with the furnace or a plastic coupling. Also, the intake coupling may be inverted to allow the intake pipe to be glued
directly to it. After inverting the coupling, secure it to the
furnace top with screws. On counterflow units secure the com-
bustion air intake pipe to the air intake coupling using the rubber
coupling and worm gear hose clamps provided with the unit. The
counterflow rubber coupling allows service removal of air intake
piping internal to the furnace blower compartment. The combustion air intake pipe can also be secured directly to the
counterflow unit air intake pipe coupling.
COMBUSTION AIR INTAKE OPTIONS: The RF000142 coupling
can be secured directly to the furnace intake coupling if condensation is a concern. If the RF000142 is used on the combustion air inlet, it must be installed with the arrow pointing
up. It should be noted, the combustion air will actually be
moving in a direction opposite of the arrow on the RF000142
coupling. It must have a field supplied, trapped drain tube
free-draining to proper condensate disposal location. A loop
in the drain tube can serve as a trap. The unused RF000142
drain fitting should be capped. (Figure 8B) A tee installed in
the intake pipe is also an acceptable method of catching
condensation. It must have a field supplied, trapped drain
tube or pipe, free-draining to proper condensate disposal
location. A loop in the drain tube can serve as a trap.
VENT-DRAIN
V
E
N
T
45 DEGREE
LONG-SWEEP
ELBOWS
Increased Clearance Configuration
Figure 8A
NOTE: For non-direct vent installations, a minimum of one
90° elbow should be installed on the combustion air intake
coupling to guard against inadvertent blockage.
The RF000142 Coupling
Figure 8B
NON-DIRECT V ENT I NSTALLATIONS
A minimum of one 90° elbow should be installed on the combustion air intake “coupling” to guard against inadvertent blockage.
ALTERNATE VENT/FLUE LOCATION
On upflow models, the alternate vent/flue location is the large
hole directly in line with the induced draft blower outlet. To use
the alternate vent/flue location refer to the following steps and
the “Alternate Vent/Flue Location” figure.
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NOTE: In the horizontal left installation position, a means of
condensate collection must be provided to keep vent pipe
condensate from entering the draft inducer housing. If the
vent drain elbow is eliminated from the installation, an
RF000142 kit must be used.
1. Remove the four screws from the vent pipe flange on
top the furnace.
2. Remove the internal elbow and vent pipe
3. Cut 2 1/2" from the flange .
4. Remove plastic plug in line with the inducer outlet
5. Install cut end of the flanged section and connect to
inducer with rubber coupling supplied with furnace.
6. Install screws removed in step 1 securing flange to
cabinet.
E
R
E
H
T
U
C
Vent/Flue Pipe Cuts
Figure 10
Insert flange. Cut 2 ½” long.
R 000142F
Figure 9
*MEC96/*CEC96 Direct Vent (2-Pipe) and Non-Direct Vent (1-Pipe)
1. Maximum allowable limits listed on individual lengths for inlet and
flue and NOT a combination.
2. Minimum requirement for each vent pipe if five (5) feet in length
and one elbow/tee.
3. Tee used in the vent/flue termination must be included when
determining the number of elbows in the piping system.
4. 2 1/2” or 3” diameter pipe can be used in place of 2” diameter
pipe.
5. Increased Clearance Configuration using (2) 45 deg. Long Sweep
elbows should be considered equivalent to one 90 deg. elbow.
6. One 90° elbow should be secured to the combustion air intake
connection.
WARNING
THE
RUBBER ELBOW IS NOT DESIGNED TO SUPPORT A LOAD
RUBBER ELBOW IS MOUNTED EXTERNALLY TO THE FURNACE CABINET
EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO ADEQUATELY SUPPORT FIELD
SUPPLIED VENT/FLUE PIPING, AS DAMAGE CAN RESULT IN LEAKS
CAUSING BODILY INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO EXPOSURE TO FLUE GASES
INCLUDING CARBON MONOXIDE
*ME C96/* CEC96 Di rect Ve nt (2 - Pi pe) and N on-Di rect Ven t (1- Pi pe)
Max imum Al lo wabl e Le ngth of V ent/ Fl ue Pipe
MODEL
*M EC960303AN
&
*M EC960403AN
*M EC960603AN
*M EC960302B N
&
*M EC960402B N
*M EC960603B N^
*M EC960803BN
*M EC960804CN
*M EC961004CN
*M EC961005CN
*M EC961205DN
*CEC960403BN
*CEC960603BN
*CEC960803BN
*CEC961005CN
Pipe Size
(4)
(in.)
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2 7570656055504540
3 114 107 100 93 86 79 72 65
2 7570656055504540
3 114 107 100 93 86 79 72 65
2 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 65
3 168 161 154 147 140 133 126 119
2 5045403530252015
3 143 136 129 122 115 108 101 94
2 6055504540353025
3 113 106 99 92 85 78 71 64
2 6055504540353025
3 120 113 106 99 92 85 78 71
2 4540353025201510
3 103 96 89 82 75 68 61 54
2 4540353025201510
3 151 144 137 130 123 116 109 102
3 185 178 171 164 157 150 143 136
2 100 95 90 85 80 75 70 65
3 110 103 96 89 82 75 68 61
2 4540353025201510
3 110 103 96 89 82 75 68 61
2 353025201510 5 NA
3 103 96 89 82 75 68 61 54
2 4540353025201510
3 110 103 96 89 82 75 68 61
Number of Elbows
(3) (5)
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(6)
HEN THE
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2.5" pipe may be used instead of 2" pipe.
For installations at or above 7,000 altitude use 3"
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DOWN VENTING UPFLOW MODEL FURNACES ONLY
Use alternate vent
& combination
air locations
Combustion Air Pipe
Field Supplied
Drain Tee on Vent Pipe
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Condensate trapped
to prevent flue gas from escaping
and routed to field supplied
condensate disposal
All piping and fittings must be joined per material manufacturers specifications
to prevent separation and flue gas leaks.
Figure 12
venting (and combustion air pipe if applicable)
A
LTERNATE COMBUSTION AIR PROVISION
(Upflow / Horizontal models only)
When using the alternate venting location, either in a horizontal left side down installation or a vertical installation
using down – venting, an alternate combustion air opening
can be used. A locating dimple is located on the right side of
the furnace cabinet. The locating dimple is 1 7/8" measured from the front edge of the cabinet in line with the
knock out. To use the alternate combustion air location:
1. Remove screws and combustion air flange from
cabinet.
2. Insert cabinet plug in unused combustion air hole.
3. Drill a pilot hole at the cabinet dimple (size dictated
by knockout tool used).
4. Use a knockout tool to create a 3" diameter hole
5. Install combustion air flange and secure with screws
removed in step one.
Vent Pipe
6’ Max.
Floor
1/4” per foot min.
slope to furnace
NON-DIRECT VENT (SINGLE PIPE) PIPING
Non-direct vent installations require only a vent/flue pipe. The
vent pipe can be run horizontally with an exit through the side of
the building or run vertically with an exit through the roof of the
building. The vent can also be run through an existing unused
chimney; however, it must extend a minimum of 12 inches above
the top of the chimney. The space between the vent pipe and the
chimney must be closed with a weather-tight, corrosion-resistant flashing.
Although non-direct vent installations do not require a combus-
tion air intake pipe, a minimum of one 90° elbow should be
attached to the furnace’s combustion air intake if: an upright
installation uses the standard intake location, or a horizontal
installation uses the alternate air intake location. This elbow will
guard against inadvertent blockage of the air intake.
CAUTION
BE
SURE NOT TO DAMAGE INTERNAL WIRING OR OTHER COMPONENTS
WHEN REINSTALLING COUPLING AND SCREWS
.
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VENT/FLUE PIPE LENGTHS AND DIAMETERS
VENT/FLUE PIPE TERMINATIONS
For installations at or above 7,000 feet altitude, use 3” venting. Refer to the following table for applicable length, elbows,
and pipe diameter for construction of the vent/flue pipe system
of a non-direct vent installation. In addition to the vent/flue
pipe, a single 90° elbow should be secured to the combustion air
intake to prevent inadvertent blockage. The tee used in the
vent/flue termination must be included when determining the
number of elbows in the piping system.
TEE (OPTIONAL)
COMBUSTION AIR INTAKE
(OPTIONAL)
*Not required for
single pipe installation
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12” MIN TO ROOF OR HIGHEST
ANTICIPATED SNOW LEVEL
12" MIN.
9
Figure 12
ELBOWS
Figure 13
VENT/FLUE TEE (
45° ELBOW
TURNED DOWN or
90° ELBOW TURNED
DOWN
6
STRAIGHT
12” MIN
HEIGHT DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN
INTAKE AND VENT
”
3
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”
OPTIONAL)
or
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NOTE: If either a 90 degree or 45 degree elbow is used for
termination, it must be pointed downward.
The vent/flue pipe may terminate vertically, as through a roof,
or horizontally, as through an outside wall.
Vertical vent/flue pipe terminations should be as shown in the
following figure. Refer to Vent/Flue Pipe and Combustion Air
Pipe - Termination Locations for details concerning location restrictions. The penetration of the vent through the roof must be
sealed tight with proper flashing such as is used with a plastic
plumbing vent.
Horizontal vent/flue pipe terminations should be as shown in the
following figure. Refer to Vent/Flue Pipe and Combustion Air
Pipe. To secure the pipe passing through the wall and prohibit
damage to piping connections, a coupling should be installed on
either side of the wall and solvent cemented to a length of pipe
connecting the two couplings. The length of pipe should be the
wall thickness plus the depth of the socket fittings to be installed
on the inside and outside of the wall. The wall penetration
should be sealed with silicone caulking material.
NOTE: Terminate both pipes in the same pressure zone
(same side of roof, no major obstacles between pipes,
etc.).
DIRECT VENT (DUAL PIPE) PIPING
Direct vent installations require both a combustion air intake
and a vent/flue pipe. The pipes may be run horizontally and exit
through the side of the building or run vertically and exit through
the roof of the building. The pipes may be run through an existing unused chimney; however, they must extend a minimum of
12 inches above the top of the chimney. The space between the
pipes and the chimney must be closed with a weather tight,
corrosion resistant flashing. Both the combustion air intake and
a vent/flue pipe terminations must be in the same atmospheric
pressure zone. Refer to Vent/Flue and Combustion Air Pipe -
Termination Locations or Concentric Vent Termination for specific details on termination construction. For details concerning
connection of pipes to the furnace, refer to the Vent/Flue Pipe
and Combustion Pipe - Standard Furnace Connections or Alter-
nate Furnace Connections.
The number of elbows tabulated represents the number of elbows and/or tees in each (Vent/Flue & Combustion Air Intake)
pipe. Elbows and/or tees used in the terminations must be included when determining the number of elbows in the piping
systems.
12 " M IN. ABO VE
HIGHEST ANTICIPATED
SNOW LEVEL
Horizontal Termination (Single Pipe)
Above Highest Anticipated Snow Level
Figure 14
If the combustion air intake pipe is to be installed above a finished ceiling or other area where dripping of condensate will be
objectionable, insulation of the combustion air pipe may be required. Use 1/2” thick closed cell foam insulation such as
Armaflex™ or Insultube™ where required.
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90º OR 45°
ELBOW
10”- 24”
6” MAX
4” MIN
12" MIN. TO GRADE OR
HIGHEST ANTICIPATED
SNOW LEVEL
VENT/FLUE AND COMBUSTION AIR PIPE TERMINATIONS
The vent/flue and combustion air pipes may terminate vertically, as through a roof, or horizontally, as through an outside
wall.
Vertical pipe terminations should be as shown in the following
figure. Refer to Vent/Flue Pipe and Combustion Pipe - Termina-
tion Locations for details concerning location restrictions. The
penetrations through the roof must be sealed tight with proper
flashing such as is used with a plastic plumbing vent.
Vent & Combustion Air Intake Measurements for Standard
Horizontal Terminations (Dual Pipe)
Center to center = 10” min / 24” max. Vertical separation:
Standard Horizontal Terminations (Dual Pipe)
Figure 15
90°
ELBOWS
3” - 24”
12" MIN. ABOVE
HIGHEST ANTICIPATED
SNOW LEVEL
Alternate Horizontal Vent Termination (Dual Pipe)
Figure 16
90°
ELBOWS
0” - 24”
Vent termination from wall = 8” min / 12” max.
Combustion air intake from wall = 6” max.
Vent and intake clearance to ground
or anticipated snow level = 12” min.
VENT/INTAKE TERMINATIONS FOR INSTALLATION OF MULTIPLE
DIRECT VENT FURNACES
If more than one direct vent furnace is to be installed vertically
through a common roof top, maintain the same minimum clearances between the exhaust vent and air intake terminations of
adjacent units as with the exhaust vent and air intake terminations of a single unit.
If more than one direct vent furnace is to be installed horizontally through a common side wall, maintain the clearances as in
the following figure. Always terminate all exhaust vent outlets at
the same elevation and always terminate all air intakes at the
same elevation.
3”MIN
24”MAX
3”-24” BETWEEN PIPES
12" MIN. ABOVE
HIGHEST ANTICIPATED
SNOW LEVEL
Combustion Air Intake may also be snorkeled to obtain 12” min ground
clearance.
Alternate Vent Termination Above Anticipated Snow Level
(Dual Pipe)
Figure 17
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12” MIN SEPARATION
3” MIN
12” MIN TO GRADE OR HIGHEST
ANTICIPATED SNOW LEVEL
Termination of Multiple Direct Vent Furnaces
Figure 18
CONCENTRIC VENT TERMINATION
Refer to the directions provided with the Concentric Vent Kit
(CVENT) for installation specifications.
SIDE WALL VENT KIT
This kit is to be used with 2” or 3” direct vent systems. The
vent kit must terminate outside the structure and may be installed with the intake and exhaust pipes located side-by-side or
with one pipe above the other. These kits are NOT intended for
use with single pipe (non-direct vent) installations.
Refer to the directions furnished with the Side Wall Vent Kit
(p/n 0170K00000S or 0170K00001S) for installation specifications.
• If an air conditioning coil is installed with the
furnace, a common drain may be used. An open
tee must be installed in the drain line, to relieve
positive air pressure from the coil’s plenum. This
is necessary to prohibit any interference with the
function of the furnace’s drain trap.
GENERAL DRAIN INFORMATION
All furnace models come with a factory installed drain trap.
For vertical installations, the trap will remain in the factory
position. All furnace models installed horizontally require
the trap to be relocated. Many drain hoses have a built–in
grommet which will provide a cabinet seal when installed.
See instructions below for your model and installation position. NOTE: Both sides of the drain trap must be primed
prior to initial furnace start up
FIELD SUPPLIED DRAIN
Horizontal Installation
Vertical Installation
Side Wall Vent Kit
Figure 19
C
ONDENSATE DRAIN LINES
A condensing gas furnace achieves its high level of efficiency by
extracting heat from the products of combustion to the point
where condensation takes place. The condensate must be collected in the furnace drain trap and routed to an appropriate
drain location in compliance with local and national codes.
Follow the bullets listed below when installing the drain system. Refer to the following sections for specific details concerning furnace drain trap installation and drain hose hook
ups.
• The drain trap supplied with the furnace must be
used.
• The drain trap must be primed at time of
installation.
• The drain line between furnace and drain location
must meet local and national codes.
• The drain line between furnace and drain location
must maintain a 1/4 inch per foot downward slope
toward the drain.
• Do not trap the drain line in any other location
than at the drain trap supplied with the furnace.
• If the drain line is routed through an area which
may see temperatures near or below freezing,
precautions must be taken to prevent condensate
from freezing within the drain line.
& D
RAIN TRAP
Drain the furnace and air conditioning coil if applicable, in
compliance with code requirements. In horizontal installations, a field installed rubber coupling will allow the drain
trap to be removed for cleaning. The drain trap must be
primed before initial furnace start up. When an air conditioning coil drain is connected to the field supplied furnace
drain, it must be vented with an open tee installed at a height
no higher than the bottom of the furnace collector box to
prevent air conditioning condensate from backing up into
the furnace if the common drain became blocked.
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