Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. Installation and service must be
performed by a licensed professional HVAC installer or
equivalent, service agency, or the gas supplier.
IMPORTANT
The Clean Air Act of 1990 bans the intentional venting of
refrigerant (CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs) as of July 1, 1992.
Approved methods of recovery, recycling or reclaiming
must be followed. Fines and/or incarceration may be
levied for noncompliance.
INSTRUCTIONS
Merit® Series
CBA25UH Air Handler Units
MULTI-POSITION AIR HANDLERS
507751-01
12/2017
Table of Contents
Shipping and Packing List .............................................1
CBA25UH Unit Dimensions – Upow – Inches (mm) ..... 2
General Information ....................................................... 3
Repairing or Replacing Cabinet Insulation .................. 18
Professional Maintenance ...........................................18
Use of Air Handler During Construction .......................18
Shipping and Packing List
Package 1 of 1 contains:
1 – Assembled air handler unit factory-equipped for upow
or horizontal air discharge application (includes upow
and horizontal drain pans and preinstalled air lter).
Check the air handler for shipping damage; if found, immediately contact the last carrier. Check the unit rating
plate to conrm that delivered unit matches order.
IMPORTANT: Special procedures are required for cleaning the all-aluminum coil in this unit. See page 18 in this
instruction for information.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR INSTALLER
This unit has a delay relay that delays the supply blower “ON” for 1 second and keeps the blower “ON” for 45
seconds on all fan and cooling demands. For more details, refer to page 17 for unit sequence of operation.
1
1
SECOND
DELAY
34
100%
2
CFM
COOLING
DEMAND
Page 1
100%
CFM
45
SECS
OFF
CBA25UH Unit Dimensions – Upow – Inches (mm)
(Top and Left Side)
8
1 (25)
DETAIL OF PIPING PLATE
1 (25)
LINE VOLTAGE
INLETS
3/4
(19)
14-1/2
(368)
TOP VIEW
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
COVER
SUPPLY AIR
OPENING
C
B
1 (25)
LOW VOLTAGE
INLETS
(Top and Right Side)
2-3/8
(60)
4-3/8
(111)
LINE VOLTAGE
INLETS
(Top and Right Side)
LOW VOLTAGE
INLETS
(Either Side)
3/4 (19)
SUCTION
LINE
LIQUID
LINE
2-3/4
(70)
1-3/4
(44)
4-3/4
(121)
CONDENSATE
DRAINS (2)
(Horizontal)
CONDENSATE
DRAINS (2)
(Upflow and
Downflow)
3-1/2
(89)
22
(559)
A
1-1/8
(29)
AIR FLOW
PIPING
PLATE
D
OPENING
CONDENSATE DRAIN
PIPING PLATE (3)
(2-1/4 x 3-3/4)
FILTER
ACCESS
1-1/8
(29)
SUCTION
LINE
LIQUID
LINE
1/2
(13)
20-3/8
(518)
OPENING
FRONT VIEWSIDE VIEW
1-1/
(29)
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General Information
The CBA25UH series air handler with all-aluminum coil is designed for indoor installation only. As shipped,
the unit is ready for installation in either upow, horizontal
left-hand or right-hand air discharge applications. Electric
heat, downow air discharge kits, air lters and other accessories are available and listed in the CBA25UH Prod-uct Specicationbulletin for ordering.
This instruction is intended as a general guide and does
not supersede local or national codes in any way. Consult
authorities having jurisdiction before installation.
CAUTION
As with any mechanical equipment, contact with sharp
sheet metal edges can result in personal injury. Take
care while handling this equipment and wear gloves and
protective clothing.
Requirements
Local authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted
before installation is made. Such applicable regulations or
requirements take precedence over the general instructions in this manual.
Install the conditioned air plenum, ducts and air lters
(provided) in accordance with NFPA 90B Standard for the
Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems (latest edition).
The air handler is shipped from the factory completely assembled. The unit is provided with anges for the connection of the duct system.
Do not remove the cabinet knockouts until it has been determined which knockouts will need to be removed for the
installation.
Select the air discharge position which best suits the site
conditions. Consider required clearances, space, routing
requirements for refrigerant line, condensate disposal,
lters, duct system, wiring, and accessibility for service.
Refer to the rating plate on the air handler for specic in-
formation.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard - Use two or more people
when moving and installing the unit. Failure to do so can
result in back or other type of injury.
IMPORTANT
CBA25UH units include a factory-installed check/
expansion valve which will provide optimal refrigerant
control and system performance with outdoor units of
varying capacities. These units must be installed as a
part of a matched system as outlined in the CBA25UH
Product Specication bulletin.
These instructions are intended as a general guide and do
not supersede local or national codes in any way. Consult
authorities having jurisdiction before installation.
Compliance with all local, state, or national codes pertaining to this type of equipment should be determined prior
to installation. Read this instruction manual, as well as the
instructions supplied in separate equipment, before starting the installation.
In addition to conforming to manufacturer’s installation instructions and local municipal building codes, installation
of Lennox air handler units (with or without optional electric heat), MUST conform with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards: “Standard for Installation of
Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems” (NFPA No. 90A)
and “Standard for Installation of Residence Type Warm Air
Heating and Air Conditioning Systems” (NFPA No. 90B).
All models are designed for indoor installation only. The
installation of the air handler, eld wiring, duct system, etc.
must conform to the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70 (latest edition) in the United
States, and any state laws, and local ordinances (including plumbing or waste water codes).
WARNING
Danger of explosion. Keep ammable
materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away
from air handler. Place air handler so that
heating elements are at least 18 inches (46
cm) above the oor for a garage installation.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, explosion, or re.
IMPORTANT
Excessive condensation may occur if the unit is installed
in a warm, humid place. When the unit is installed in
an unconditioned space, apply sealant around electrical
wires, refrigerant piping and condensate lines at the
point where they enter the cabinet.
Apply sealant on the inside of the cabinet at the
point where the electrical wires exit through the
conduit opening. This will also keep warm and moist
unconditioned air out of the air handler cabinet where
it will form condensate on the cooler control box and
electrical controls.
IMPORTANT
This unit is approved for installation clearance to
combustible material as stated on the unit rating
plate. Accessibility and service clearances must take
precedence over combustible material clearances.
The air handler must be installed so that free access is
allowed to the coil/lter compartment and blower/control
compartment.
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NOTES –
During cooling operation, excessive sweating may occur
if the air handler is installed in a warm and humid space.
If installed in an unconditioned space, sealant should be
applied around the electrical wires, refrigerant tubing, and
condensate lines where they enter the cabinet.
Electrical wires should be sealed on the inside where they
exit the conduit opening. Sealant is required to prevent air
leakage into, and condensate from forming inside of, the
air handler, the control box, and on the electrical controls.
This unit is approved for installation clearance to combustible material as stated on the unit rating plate. Accessibility and service clearances must take precedence over
combustible material clearances.
The air handler must be installed so that free access is
allowed to the coil/lter compartment and blower/control
compartment.
Installation Clearances
NON-DUCTED RETURN CLOSET INSTALLATION
The air handler can be installed in a closet with a false
bottom to form a return air plenum. It may also be installed
with a return air plenum under the air handler.
Louvers or return air grilles are eld-supplied. Local codes
may limit application of systems without a ducted return to
single-story buildings.
When a CBA25UH unit is installed in a closet with a louvered return opening, the minimum open area for the louvers will be:
• 320 square inches for -018 and -024 models;
• 360 square inches for -030 and -036 models;
• 450 square inches for -042 thru -060 models
If the free area is not known, assume a 25% free area for
wood or a 75% free area for metal louvers or grilles. Using
the louver dimensions and the 25% or 75% assumption,
determine if the open area meets the minimum open area
listed above.
If a return air plenum is used, the return air grille should be
immediately in front of the opening in the plenum to allow
for the free ow of return air. When not installed in front of
the opening, there must be adequate clearance around
the air handler to allow for the free ow of return air.
Installation
Each unit consists of a blower assembly, refrigerant coil,
and controls in an insulated galvanized steel factory-nished enclosure. Knockouts are provided for electrical wiring entrance.
For ease in installation, it is best to make any necessary
coil conguration changes before setting air handler in
place.
REFRIGERANT METERING DEVICE
CBA25UH units are equipped with a factory-installed
check/ expansion valve.
UPFLOW APPLICATION
1 - The air handler must be supported on the bottom
only and set on solid oor or eld-supplied support
frame. Securely attach the air handler to the oor or
support frame.
2 - If installing a unit in an upow application, remove
the horizontal drain pan. IMPORTANT - The
horizontal drain pan is not required in upow
air discharge installations; its removal provides
the best efciency and air ow.
3 - Place the unit in the desired location and slope unit.
Connect return and supply air plenums as required
using sheet metal screws.
4 - Install units that have no return air plenum on a
stand that is at least 14" from the oor. This will
allow proper air return.
HORIZONTAL DRAIN PAN
(MUST BE REMOVED)
UP-FLOW /
DOWN-FLOW
DRAIN PAN
FIGURE 1. Upow Conguration
HORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS
IMPORTANT
When removing the coil, there is a possibility of danger
of equipment damage and personal injury. Be careful
when removing the coil assembly from a unit installed in
right- or left-hand applications. The coil may tip into the
drain pan once it is clear of the cabinet. Support the coil
when removing it..
NOTE - When the unit is installed in horizontal applications, a secondary drain pan is recommended. Refer to
local codes.
NOTE - This unit may be installed in left-hand or righthand air discharge horizontal applications. Adequate support must be provided to ensure cabinet integrity. Ensure
that there is adequate room to remove service and access
panels if installing in the horizontal position.
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RIGHT-HAND DISCHARGE
FRONT WEIV DNEWEIV
ANGLE IRON OR SHEET
E
RE
1 - Determine which plugs are required for drain line
connections.
2 - With access door removed, remove drain line plugs
to install drain lines.
3 - Set unit so that it is sloped toward the upow drain
pan end of the unit and level from front to back of
unit (see gure 7).
4 - The horizontal conguration is shown in gure 2.
AIR FLOW
Drains
RIGHT‐HAND DRAINS
PLUGS
FIGURE 2. Right-Hand Discharge Conguration
5 - If the unit is suspended, the entire length of the
cabinet must be supported. If you use a chain or
strap, use a piece of angle iron or sheet metal
attached to the unit (either above or below) to
support the length of the cabinet. Use securing
screws no longer than 1/2 inch to avoid damaging
the coil or lter. See gure 3. Use sheet metal
screws to connect the return and supply air plenums
as required.
METAL
MAXIMUM 1/2"
LONG SCREW
ANCE 4 IN. (102 MM)
IMPORTANT
After removal of drain pan plug(s), check drain hole(s)
to verify that drain opening is fully open and free of any
debris. Also check to make sure that no debris has fallen
into the drain pan during installation that may plug up the
drain opening.
4 - Rotate drain pan 180º front-to-back and install it on
the opposite side of the coil.
5 - Remove screws from top cap. Remove horizontal
drip shield screw located in the center of the back
7 - Remove plastic plug from left hole on coil front
end seal and reinstall plug in back hole. Reinstall
horizontal drip shield screw in front coil end seal.
Drip shield should drain downward into horizontal
drain pan inside coil.
TOP CAP ROTATED TO
CORRECT POSITION
TOP CAP SCREWS
DRAIN PAN
SHIPPING
LOCATION
CABINET
SUPPORT
DRAIN PAN
INSTALLED
HERE
DRIP
SHIELD
90º
BEND
LEFT-HAND AIR DISCHARGE
For horizontal left-hand air discharge, the following eld
modications are required.
1 - Remove access panels and the horizontal drip
2 - Pull the coil assembly from unit. Pull off the
3 - Remove the drain plugs from back drain holes on
AIR FLOW
FIGURE 3. Suspending Horizontal Unit
shield (-060 model) and the corrugated padding
between the blower and coil assembly. Discard the
corrugated padding.
horizontal drain pan.
horizontal drain pan and reinstall them on front holes.
REINSTALLED HERE REMOVED FROM HERE
COIL SHOWN IN UPLOAD POSITION FOR EASY CONVERSION
TOP
CAP
90º
BEND
———— DRAIN PLUGS ————
ALIGN HOLES WITH
HOLES IN COIL END
PLATE. STARTING WITH
THE ROUND HOLES ON
THIS END.
BACK COIL END SEAL
FIGURE 4. Field Modication for
Left-Hand Discharge
8 - Rotate top cap 180º front-to-back and align with
unused screw holes. Holes must align with front
and back coil end plates. The top cap has a 45º
bend on one side and a 90º bend on the other.
The 90º bend must be on the same side as the
horizontal drain pan as illustrated in gure 4.
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HORIZONTAL DRIP SHIELD (-060 MODEL)
DOWN-FLOW RAILFRONT EDGE OF HORIZONTAL
DRAIN PAN
FIGURE 5. Left-Hand Discharge Conguration
NOTE – Be very careful when reinstalling the screws into
the coil end plate engaging holes. Misaligned screws may
damage the coil.
9 - From the upow position, ip cabinet 90º to the
left and set into place. Replace blower assembly.
Secure coil in place by bending down the tab on the
cabinet support rail as illustrated.
10 - Install the horizontal shield (-060 model) on the
front edge of the horizontal drain pan as illustrated
in gure 5.
NOTE – For horizontal applications in high humidity ar-
eas, remove the downow rail closest to the drain pan. To
remove rail, remove screw from rail at back of unit and at
cabinet support rail. Remove downow rail then replace
screws. Also, seal around the exiting drain pipe, liquid and
suction lines to prevent inltration of humid air.
11 - Knock out drain seal plate from access door. Secure
plate to cabinet front ange with screw provided.
12 - Flip access door and replace it on the unit.
13 - Set unit so that it is sloped 1/4ʺ toward the drain
pan end of the unit. Connect return and supply air
plenums as required using sheet metal screws.
14 - If suspending the unit, it must be supported along the
entire length of the cabinet. If using chain or strap,
use a piece of angle iron or sheet metal attached
to the unit (either above or below) so that the full
length of the cabinet is supported. Use securing
screws no longer than 1/2ʺ to avoid damage to coil
or lter, as illustrated in gure 3. Connect return and
supply air plenums as required using sheet metal
screws.
DOWNFLOW APPLICATION
NOTE – If downow application is required, separately
order kit number 83M57 and install per kit’s instructions.
Also use metal or class I supply and return air plenums.
Use the installation instruction provided with the downow
kit.
IMPORTANT
If electric heat section with circuit breakers (ECB29/
ECB31) is installed in a CBA25UH unit in a downow
application, the circuit breakers must be rotated 180°
to the UP position. See ECB29/ECB31 installation
instructions for more details.
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Condensate Drain
PIPE NIPPLE PROVIDED IN BAG ASSEMBLY - SCH 80, 3/4” I. D. X 5” - 34K7401 (1): CUT THE PIPE IN HALF AND USE IT TO ROUTE THE MAIN DRAIN.
THIS CORNER SHOULD BE 5/8" (+/- 1/8") HIGHER
IMPORTANT
On units of this type, where the blower “draws” rather than “blows” air through the coil, traps must be installed in the
condensate drain lines (primary and auxiliary, if used). Traps prevent the blower from drawing air through the drain lines
into the air supply.
ABOVE
FINISHED
SPACE?
YES
NOTE — WHEN A AIR HANDLER IS LOCATED
ABOVE A FINISHED SPACE THE SECONDARY
DRAIN PA N MUST HAVE A LARGER FOOTPRINT
THAN THE AIR HANDLER.
SECONDARY
DRAIN PAN
WHEN A COIL IS LOCATED ABOVE A FINISHED SPACE, A
3/4” (19.1MM) SECONDARY DRAIN LINE MUST BE:
CONNECTED TO SECONDARY DRAIN PAN
OR
CONNECTED TO THE OVERFLOW DRAIN OUTLET OF
THE AIR HANDLER DRAIN PAN.
TRAPS MUST BE DEEP ENOUGH TO OFFSET MAXIMUM STATIC DIFFERENCES —
GENERALLY, TWO INCHES (51MM).
1
LENNOX P-TRAP 49P66 REQUIRES A LARGER INSTALLATION SPACE THAN THE J-TRAP 91P90.
2
ALWAYS RUN AN OVERFLOW DRAIN LINE. IF NOT POSSIBLE TO
ROUTE OVERFLOW DRAIN LINE, INSTALL LOW VOLTAGE
OVERFLOW SWITCH KIT. WIRE KIT TO SHUT DOWN
COMPRESSOR PER INSTRUCTIONS.
LENNOX #
COMPACT OVERFLOW SWITCH WITH 3/4” FEMALE SLIP INLET
NO
AND MALE ADAPTER, TWO PART DESIGN FOR USE WHERE
OBSTRUCTIONS PREVENT DIRECT THREADING
AIR HANDLER DRAIN PA N
OVERFLOW
DRAIN
OVERFLOW DRAIN LINE
X3169
MAIN
DRAIN
MAIN
DRAIN
CUT TO
REQUIRED
LENGTH
PROVIDED
PIPE NIPPLE
SIDE VIEW
2
VENT MUST EXTEND
ABOVE HEIGHT OF
COIL DRAIN PAN BY
TWO INCHES (51MM)
CLEAN OUT
PRESS IN
(DO NOT GLUE)
1” X 3/4” X 3/4”
REDUCING
TEE WITH
PLUG
1
P-TRAP
LENNOX
49P66, J-TRAP #
91P90 OR ANY
PVC SCH 40 P- OR
J-TRAP 3/4”
FOR NEGATIVE PRESSURE COILS (BLOWER
AFTER COIL) TRAPS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL
DRAIN LINES CONNECTED TO COIL.
VENT
2”
(51MM)
TRAP DEPTH
TO APPROVED
DRAIN
DRAIN LINE SHOULD
SLOPE A MINIMUM OF
ONE INCH PER 10
FEET (25MM PER 3
METERS)
FIGURE 6. Typical Main and Overow Drain
IMPORTANT
THAN DRAIN CORNER
A eld-fabricated secondary drain pan, with a drain pipe
to the outside of the building, is required in all installations
over a nished living space or in any area that may be
damaged by overow from the main drain pan. In some
localities, local codes may require a secondary drain
pan for any horizontal installation.
SLOPING THE UNIT
Make sure the unit is sloped (similar to the slope shown in
gure 7) so that the drain pan will empty completely with-
DRAIN CORNER
out water standing in the pan.
FIGURE 7. Sloping the Unit for Proper Drainage
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LEVEL PLANE
INSTALL CONDENSATE DRAIN
ALL CBA25UH MODELS
DRAIN PLUG
DRAIN PLUG
The air handler is provided with 3/4" NPT condensate
drain connections.
IMPORTANT
On some pans, the primary and secondary drain holes
have knockouts.
Conrm primary and secondary drains are open.
1 - CBA25UH units are equipped with a drain pan, which
includes green (main drain) and red (secondary
drain) plugs. Unscrew the plugs to remove them
ttings and connect primary drain line to the main
drain pan connection.
NOTE - When installing drain line connection ttings to
the drain pan, hand tighten the tting and use a thread
sealant. Over-tightening the ttings can split connections
on the drain pan.
3 - If the secondary drain line is to be used, remove the
plug or the knockout and route the drain line so that
water draining from the outlet will be easily noticed
by the homeowner. Refer to local codes for drain
trap requirements on the secondary drain line.
4 - Check again to ensure drain ports and drain pan
are free of all debris.
5 - Plug and check any unused drain pan openings for
tightness. Torque plugs to 30 in. lb. to prevent water
leaks or seepage from the drain pan.
6 - Install a 2" trap in the main (primary) drain lines as
close to the unit as practical (see gure 6). Make
sure the top of the trap is below the connection to
the drain pan to allow complete drainage of the pan.
NOTE - Horizontal runs must have an anti-siphon air vent
(standpipe) installed ahead of the horizontal run. See gure 6. An extremely long horizontal run may require an
oversized drain line to eliminate air traps.
NOTE - Do not operate air handler without a trap in the
main (primary) drain. The condensate drain is on the
negative pressure side of the blower; therefore, air being
pulled through the condensate line will not allow positive
drainage without a proper trap.
7 - Route the drain line to the outside or to an
appropriate drain. Drain lines must be installed so
they do not block service access to the front of the
air handler. A 24" clearance is required for lter, coil,
or blower removal and service access.
RED SECONDARY
NOTE - Check local codes before connecting the drain
line to an existing drainage system. Insulate the drain
lines where sweating could cause water damage.
TEST CONDENSATE DRAIN
Test the drain pan and drain line after installation:
1 - Pour several quarts of water into drain pan. Use
enough water to ll both the drain trap and the line.
2 - Check the installed drain pan. Drain pan must be
draining completely. Drain line ttings must not be
leaking. Water must be draining from the end of the
primary drain line.
3 - Correct any leaks found.
Duct System and Filters
DUCT SYSTEM
The air handler is provided with anges for the connection
of the supply plenum.
Supply and return duct system must be adequately sized
to meet the system’s air requirements and static pressure
capabilities. The duct system should be insulated with a
minimum of 1" thick insulation with a vapor barrier in conditioned areas or 2" minimum in unconditioned areas.
Supply plenum should be the same size as the anged
opening provided around the blower outlet and should extend at least 3 ft. from the air handler before turning or
branching off plenum into duct runs. The plenum forms an
extension of the blower housing and minimizes air expansion losses from the blower.
FILTERS
A lter is provided. Table 1 lists the lter size for each unit.
TABLE 1. Unit Air Filter Size Chart
CBA25UHFilter Size – In.
-018, -024, -03015" x 20" x 1"
-036, -042, -048, -06018" x 20" x 1"
IMPORTANT
If a high efciency lter is being installed as part of this
system to ensure better indoor air quality, the lter must
be properly sized. High efciency lters have a higher
static pressure drop than standard efciency glass/foam
lters. If the pressure drop is too great, system capacity
and performance may be reduced. The pressure drop
may also cause the limit to trip more frequently during
the winter and the indoor coil to freeze in the summer,
resulting in an increase in the number of service
calls. Before using any lter with this system, check
the specications provided by the lter manufacturer
against the data given in the appropriate Lennox Product
Specications bulletin. Additional information is provided
in Service and Application Note ACC002 (August 2000)..
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INSTALLING DUCT SYSTEM
Cabinet and Duct Flange
Connect supply air duct to the ange on top of the air handler. If an isolation connector is used, it must be nonam-
mable.
FIELD-FABRICATED RETURN AIR DUCT FLANGE
FOR HORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS
A return air duct system is recommended, but not facto-
ry-provided. If the unit is installed in a conned space or
closet, run a full-size return connection to a location outside the closet.
CABINET
DOOR FLANGE
1−1/2
(38)
WARNING
Polyol ester (POE) oils used with HFC-410A refrigerant
absorb moisture very quickly. It is very important that the
refrigerant system be kept closed as much as possible.
DO NOT remove line set caps or service valve stub caps
until you are ready to make connections.
WARNING
Danger of re. Bleeding the refrigerant
charge from only the high side may result
in pressurization of the low side shell and
suction tubing. Application of a brazing torch
to a pressurized system may result in ignition
of the refrigerant and oil mixture. Check the
high and low pressures before applying heat.
DUCT
FLANGE
3/4
(19)
1−1/2(38)
3/4
(19)
”A”
BRAKE DOWN 90 DEGREES
1/2
(13)
UNIT SIZE
-018, -024,
-030
-036, -042,
-048, -060
3/4
(19)
1/4 (6) DIA.
2−HOLES
"A"
18-3/8"
21-1/2"
BOTTOM OF
CABINET
DUCT
ADAPTER
3/4
(19)
1−1/2
(38)
FIGURE 9. Cabinet and Duct Flange
Brazing Refrigerant Lines
Refrigerant lines must be connected by a qualied technician in accordance with established procedures.
IMPORTANT
Refrigerant lines must be clean, dry, refrigerant-grade
copper lines. Air handler coils should be installed
only with specied line sizes for approved system
combinations.
Handle the refrigerant lines gently during the installation
process. Sharp bends or kinks in the lines will cause a
restriction.
Do not remove the caps from the lines or system
connection points until connections are ready to be
completed.
WARNING
When using a high pressure gas such as
nitrogen to pressurize a refrigeration or air
conditioning system, use a regulator that can
control the pressure down to 1 or 2 psig (6.9
to 13.8 kPa).
CAUTION
Brazing alloys and ux contain materials which are
hazardous to your health.
Avoid breathing vapors or fumes from brazing operations.
Perform operations only in well-ventilated areas.
Wear gloves and protective goggles or face shield to
protect against burns.
Wash hands with soap and water after handling brazing
alloys and ux.
IMPORTANT
To prevent the build-up of high levels of nitrogen when
purging, it must be done in a well-ventilated area. Purge
low-pressure nitrogen (1 to 2 psig) through the refrigerant
piping during brazing. This will help to prevent oxidation
and the introduction of moisture into the system.
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NOTE - When installing refrigerant lines longer than 50
feet, see the Lennox Refrigerant Piping Design and Fabrication Guidelines, CORP. 9351-L9, or contact Lennox
Technical Support Product Applications for assistance.
To obtain the correct information from Lennox, be sure to
communicate the following information: Model and capacity.
1 - Route the suction and liquid lines from the ttings
on the indoor coil to the ttings on the outdoor unit.
Run the lines in a direct path, avoiding unnecessary
turns and bends.
2 - Make sure that the suction line is insulated over the
entire exposed length and that neither suction nor
liquid lines are in direct contact with oors, walls,
duct system, oor joists, or other piping.
3 - To avoid damaging the rubber grommets in the
cabinet while brazing, slide the rubber grommets
over the refrigerant lines until they are away from
the heat source.
NOTE - Place wet rags against piping plate and around
suction line connections.
4 - Connect the suction and liquid lines to the evaporator
coil. Take care to protect the cabinet and internal
components as detailed in gure 10.
5 - Braze using an alloy of silver or copper and
phosphorus with a melting point above 1,100°F
(593°C).
NOTE - Do not use soft solder.
6 - Allow refrigerant pipes to cool to room temperature.
NOTE - Make sure to route copper refrigerant tubing away
from sharp edges and make sure that it does not touch
other metal surfaces. This prevents damage caused by
vibration or metal-on-metal contact.
7 - Reinstall the rubber grommets into the refrigerant
piping panel.
NOTE - Make sure expansion valve capillary tube is not
touching metal edges or copper tubing.
8 - Make sure outdoor unit has been placed according
to the Installation Instructions and is connected to
the refrigerant lines
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PROCEDURES
PLEASE READ IMPORTANT ISSUES CONCERNING BRAZING
OPERATIONS ON PREVIOUS PAGES BEFORE PROCEEDING.
p
NOTE - REFER TO OUTDOOR UNIT INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFRIGERANT PIPING SIZE
REQUIREMENTS.
NOTE - Use silver alloy brazing rods with five or six percent
minimum silver alloy for copper-to-copper brazing, 45
ercent alloy for copper-to-brass and copper-to-steel
brazing.
REMOVE ACCESS PANEL
A
REMOVE RUBBER PLUG FROM BOTH LIQUID
B
AND SUCTION LINES
NOTE - CBA25UH SERIES UNITS USE NITROGEN OR DRY AIR
AS A HOLDING CHARGE. IF THERE IS NO PRESSURE WHEN
THE RUBBER PLUGS ARE REMOVED, CHECK THE COIL FOR
LEAKS BEFORE INSTALLING.
EITHER REMOVE OR PUSH PIPE WRAPPING BACK
C
THROUGH HOLE IN PIPING PLATE BEFORE LINE
SET CONNECTION AND BRAZING.
LOW
HIGH
PIPING
PLATE
CONNECT PIPES
D
NOTE - REFRIGERANT LINE SETS
SHOULD BE ROUTED TO ALLOW
FILTER ACCESSIBILITY.
PLACE A WET RAG AGAINST PIPING
F
PLATE AND AROUND THE SUCTION
LINE CONNECTION.
BRAZE CONNECTION. ALLOW PIPE TO
G
COOL BEFORE REMOVING WET RAG
FROM CTXV SENSING BULB AND PIPING
PANEL AREA.
REPEAT PREVIOUS PROCEDURE FOR LIQUID
H
LINE.
CONNECT GAUGES AND
E
START NITROGEN FLOW
FLOW REGULATED NITROGEN (AT 1 TO 2 PSIG)
THROUGH THE REFRIGERATION GAUGE SET INTO THE
VALVE STEM PORT CONNECTION ON THE OUTDOOR
UNIT LIQUID LINE SERVICE VALVE AND OUT OF THE
VALVE STEM PORT CONNECTION ON THE SUCTION
SERVICE VALVE.
REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH OUTDOOR
UNIT FOR LEAK TESTING, EVACUATING AND CHARGING
NITROGEN
FIGURE 10. Brazing Connections
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Sealing the Unit
Seal the unit so that warm air is not allowed into the cabinet. Warm air introduces moisture, which results in water
blow-off problems. This is especially important when the
unit is installed in an unconditioned area.
If installed in an unconditioned space, sealant should be
applied around the electrical wires, refrigerant tubing, and
condensate lines where they enter the cabinet.
WARNING
There must be an airtight seal between the bottom of
the air handler and the return air plenum. Use berglass
sealing strips, caulking, or equivalent sealing method
between the plenum and the air handler cabinet to
ensure a tight seal. Return air must not be drawn from a
room where this air handler or any gas-fueled appliance
(i.e., water heater), or carbon monoxide-producing
device (i.e., wood replace) is installed.
IMPORTANT
Use duct tape and/ or Permagum to seal closed any
space around the holes where the drain lines exit the
cabinet. Warm air must not be allowed to enter through
any gaps or holes in the cabinet.
Electrical Connections
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard.
Can cause injury or death.
Foil-faced insulation has conductive
characteristics similar to metal. Be sure there
are no electrical connections within 1/2ʺ
of the insulation. If the foil-faced insulation
comes in contact with electrical voltage, the
foil could provide a path for current to pass
through to the outer metal cabinet. While
the current produced may not be enough to
trip existing electrical safety devices (e.g.,
fuses or circuit breakers), the current can be
enough to cause an electrical shock hazard
that could cause personal injury or death.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard. Can cause injury or
death. Unit must be properly grounded in
accordance with national and local codes.
Line voltage is present at all components when
unit is not in operation on units with singlepole contactors. Disconnect all remote electric
power supplies before opening access panel.
Unit may have multiple power supplies.
WARNING
Electric shock hazard! - Disconnect all power
supplies before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
WARNING
Run 24V Class II wiring only through specied low
voltage opening. Run line voltage wiring only through
specied high voltage opening. Do not combine voltage
in one opening.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard. Can cause injury or
death. Unit must be properly grounded in
accordance with national and local codes.
Line voltage is present at all components
when unit is not in operation on units with
single-pole contactors. Disconnect all remote
electric power supplies before opening
access panel. Unit may have multiple power
supplies.
• Wiring must conform to the current National Electric
Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, or Canadian Electric Code
Part I, CSA Standard C22.1, and local building codes.
Refer to following wiring diagrams. See unit nameplate
for minimum circuit ampacity and maximum over-current protection size.
• Electrical wiring, disconnect means and over-current protection are to be supplied by the installer. Refer to the air
handler rating plate for maximum over-current protection,
minimum circuit ampacity, as well as operating voltage.
Select the proper supply circuit conductors in accordance
with tables 310-16 and 310-17 in the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70 or tables 1 through 4 in the
Canadian Electric Code, Part I, CSA Standard C22.1.
• The power supply must be sized and protected accord-
ing to the specications supplied on the product.
• This air handler is factory-congured for 240 volt, single
phase, 60 cycles. For 208-volt applications, see “208
Volt Conversion” later in this section.
• Separate openings have been provided for 24V low
voltage and line voltage. Refer to the dimension illustra-
tion of specic location.
• This unit is provided with holes for conduit. Use provided caps to seal holes not used.
• Typical unit wiring (as well as wiring of optional eld-in-
stalled electric heat) is given in gure 14. Refer to the
instructions provided with the electric heat section for
proper installation.
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WARNING
208 / 240 VOLT TRANSFORMER
USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY
1 - Disconnect all power supplies.
2 - Remove the air handler access panel.
3 - Route the eld supply wires to the air handler
electrical connection box.
4 - Use UL-listed wire nuts to connect the eld supply
conductors to the unit black and yellow leads, and
the ground wire to ground terminal marked GND.
5 - 5. Replace the air handler access panel.
TOP
208 VOLT CONVERSION
1 - Disconnect all power supplies.
2 - Remove the air handler access panel.
3 - Using the wiring diagram located on the unit access
panel as a reference, move the 2 connected black
transformer leads from the 240 volt terminal on
the transformer to the 208 volt terminal on the
transformer.
WARNING
Electrically ground air handler. Connect
ground wire to ground terminal marked
“GND”.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
PRIMARYSECONDARY
240 Volts
208 Volts
SIDE
FIGURE 11. Electrical Connections
(Upow Conguration)
NOTE - To avoid the possibility of moisture damage to the
control in some right-hand discharge congurations, the
control panel can be relocated to the end panel as shown
in gure 12.
TOP
FIGURE 13. Converting Unit from 240VAC to 208VAC
SIDE
FIGURE 12. Control Panel Relocated to End Panel
(Left-Hand Horizontal Conguration)
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FIGURE 14. Typical Wiring Diagram – CBA25UH Air Handler with Electric Heat
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AIR HANDLERTHERMOSTAT
NOTE - Connect common wire only if required (Refer to the appropriate thermostat installation instructions).
SEE
NOTE
R
G
BU
Y
AIR
CONDITIONER
UNIT
COOLING‐ONLY APPLICATION
NOTE
THERMOSTAT
SEE
AIR HANDLERTHERMOSTAT
R
G
BU
W
HEAT‐ONLY APPLICATION
AIR HANDLER
R
HEAT PUMP
UNIT
AIR HANDLERTHERMOSTAT
R
CONNECT COMMON
WIRE ONLY IF
REQUIRED
(REFER TO THE
APPROPRIATE
THERMOSTAT
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS)
SEE
NOTE
G
W
BK
BU
Y
AIR CONDITIONER
UNIT
COOLING APPLICATION WITH
ELECTRIC HEAT
FIGURE 15. Low Voltage Connections (3-Speed PSC Motor) – Field Wiring
Air Flow – Cooling Blower Speed
The cooling blower speed is factory congured to provide
correct air ow for an outdoor unit that matches the cool-
ing capacity rating of the air handler.
If the outdoor unit is smaller than the maximum cooling ca-
pacity rating for the air handler, the cooling blower speed
may need to be changed. Refer to blower performance
chart, table 2 on page 16 .
WARNING
Electric shock hazard! - Disconnect all power
supplies before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
G
BU
BK
W
HEAT PUMP APPLICATION WITH
ELECTRIC HEAT
CHANGE BLOWER SPEED
1 - Disconnect all power supplies.
2 - Remove the air handler access panel.
3 - Locate pin number 2 on the blower relay. Two
black wires are connected to this terminal pin. One
connects to pin number 5 on the blower relay, one
connects to an in-line splice connecting to a blue
wire.
4 - Select the required blower motor speed. Connect
red-LO or black-HI and plug it into the 4-pin blower
relay harness connector.
NOTE - Reuse the factory-installed wire nut on the unused wires.
5 - Replace all panels.
6 - Reconnect power.
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BLOWER RELAY
BLOWER CONNECTOR
NOTE - Refer to wiring diagram located on the
unit
ance (table 2).
All air data measured external to unit with 1
inch non-pleated air filter in place.
All factory settings are medium speed.
All data given while air handler is operating
with a dry DX coil.
All downflow applications run on high speed
when utilizing electric heat.
FIGURE 16. Changing Blower Speed
TABLE 2. CBA25UH Blower Performance (3-Speed PSC) – 240V (CFM @ ESP. – in. W. C.)
Air Handler
Model
-018
-024
-030
-036
-042
-048
-060
Blower Speed.10" WC.20" WC.30" WC.40" WC.50" WC
Low (Red)
Med (Blue)
High (Black)
Low (Red)
Med (Blue)
High (Black)
Low (Red)
Med (Blue)
High (Black)
Low (Red)
Med (Blue)
High (Black)
Low (Red)
Med (Blue)
High (Black)
Low (Red)
Med (Blue)
High (Black)
Low (Red)
Med (Blue)
High (Black)
510
670
905
630
885
1130
900
1075
1240
1075
1300
1510
1325
1490
1820
1775
1995
2070
1675
1965
2140
495
650
865
625
875
1100
865
1060
1210
1040
1250
1450
1315
1465
1770
1710
1895
1970
1630
1925
2085
5
BLOWER RELAY
HARNESS
BLUE (MED)
PLASTIC CAPS
RED (L0)
2
BLACK (HI)
YELLOW (COM)
4-PIN
475
630
820
615
850
1070
830
1030
1170
1000
1205
1390
1300
1440
1690
1645
1800
1850
1580
1875
2000
420
595
770
610
820
1010
780
985
1135
950
1145
1320
1275
1395
1600
1565
1685
1719
1520
1800
1895
325
505
705
580
780
950
740
940
1085
900
1085
1245
1225
1315
1500
1470
1560
1595
1450
1695
1795
• Blower Performance (CFM vs. ESP inches H20)
• Cooling speeds should not be reduced below factory setting.
• All units with electric heat approved at 0.5" maximum and medium blower speed minimum.
• All downow applications run on high speed when utilizing electric heat.
Check-out Procedures
NOTE – Refer to outdoor unit installation instructions for system start-up instructions and refrigerant charging instructions.
PRE-START-UP CHECKS
• Is the air handler properly and securely installed?
• If horizontally congured, is the unit sloped up to 5/8
inch toward drain lines?
• Will the unit be accessible for servicing?
• Has an auxiliary pan been provided under the unit with
separate drain for units installed above a nished ceiling or in any installation where condensate overow
could cause damage?
• Have ALL unused drain pan ports been properly
plugged?
• Has the condensate line been properly sized, run,
trapped, pitched, and tested?
• Is the duct system correctly sized, run, sealed, and insulated?
• Have all cabinet openings and wiring been sealed?
• Is the indoor coil factory-installed TXV properly sized for
the outdoor unit being used?
• Have all unused parts and packaging been disposed
of?
• Is the lter clean, in place, and of adequate size?
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• Is the wiring neat, correct, and in accordance with the
SECS
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wiring diagram?
• Is the unit properly grounded and protected (fused)?
• Is the thermostat correctly wired and in a good location?
• Are all access panels in place and secure?
CHECK BLOWER OPERATION
• Set thermostat to FAN ON.
• The indoor blower should come on.
CHECK COOLING OPERATION
• Set thermostat to force a call for cooling (approximately
5ºF lower than the indoor ambient temperature).
• The outdoor unit should come on immediately and the
indoor blower should start between 30 - 60 seconds later.
• Check the air ow from a register to conrm that the
system is moving cooled air.
• Set the thermostat 5ºF higher than the indoor temperature. The indoor blower and outdoor unit should cycle
off.
CHECK ELECTRIC HEAT (IF USED)
• Set thermostat to call for auxiliary heat (approximately 5°F above ambient temperature). The indoor blower and auxiliary heat should come on together. Allow a
minimum of 3 minutes for all sequencers to cycle on.
• Set the thermostat so that it does not call for heat. Allow
up to 5 minutes for all sequencers to cycle off.
Operation
TIME DELAY RELAY
Blower time delay operation:
1 - When cooling demand is initiated, there is a 1
second motor-on delay.
2 - After the motor-on delay expires, motor ramps up
to 100% and runs at 100% until cooling demand is
satised.
3 - Once demand is met, motor runs at 100% for 45
seconds.
4 - Motor ramps down to stop.
contactor in the outdoor unit, starting the compressor and
outdoor fan motor.
On heat pumps, circuit R and O energizes the reversing
valve, switching the valve to the cooling position. (The reversing valve remains energized as long as the thermostat selector switch is in the COOL position.)
At the completion of the cooling demand the indoor blower
and outdoor unit should cycle off. Air handler should cycle
off 45 seconds after the outdoor unit shuts off.
HEATING (ELECTRIC HEAT ONLY)
When the thermostat calls for heat, the circuit between R
and W is completed, and the heat sequencer is energized.
A time delay follows before the heating elements and the
indoor blower motor come on. Units with a second heat
sequencer can be connected with the rst sequencer to W
on the thermostat sub-base, or they may also be connected to a second stage on the sub-base.
HEATING (HEAT PUMP)
When the thermostat calls for heating, 24 volts is applied
to the blower time-delay relay coil. Then, normally open
contacts close, causing the indoor blower motor to operate. The circuit between R and Y is completed, closing
the circuit to the contactor in the outdoor unit, starting the
compressor and outdoor fan motor.
If the room temperature continues to decrease, the circuit between R and W1 is completed by the second-stage
heat room thermostat. Circuit R-W1 energizes a heat sequencer. The completed circuit will energize supplemental electric heat (if applicable). Units with a second heat
sequencer can be connected with the rst sequencer to
W1 on the thermostat. They may also be connected to
a second heating stage W2 on the thermostat sub-base.
EMERGENCY HEAT (HEATING HEAT PUMP)
If the selector switch on the thermostat is set to the emergency heat position, the heat pump will be locked out of
the heating circuit, and all heating will be electric heat (if
applicable). A jumper should be placed between W2 and E
on the thermostat sub-base so that the electric heat con-
trol will transfer to the rst-stage heat on the thermostat.
This will allow the indoor blower to cycle on and off with
the electric heat when the fan switch is in the AUTO position.
Homeowner Maintenance
1
1
SECOND
DELAY
100%
2
CFM
COOLING
DEMAND
100%
CFM
45
FIGURE 17. Blower Time Delay
COOLING (COOLING ONLY OR HEAT PUMP)
When the thermostat calls for cooling, 24 volts is put on
the blower time-delay relay coil and then the indoor blower relay energizes. The normally open contacts close,
causing the indoor blower motor to operate. The circuit
between R and Y is completed, closing the circuit to the
OFF
IMPORTANT
Do not operate system without a lter. A lter is required
to protect the coil, blower, and internal parts from
excessive dirt and dust. The lter is placed in the return
duct by the installer.
• Inspect air lters at least once a month and replace or
clean as required. Dirty lters are the most common
cause of inadequate heating or cooling performance.
• Replace disposable lters. Cleanable lters can be
cleaned by soaking in mild detergent and rinsing with
cold water.
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• Install new/clean lters with the arrows on the side point-
ing in the direction of air ow. Do not replace a cleanable (high velocity) lter with a disposable (low velocity)
lter unless return air system is properly sized for it.
• If water should start coming from the secondary drain
line, a problem exists which should be investigated and
corrected. Contact a qualied service technician.
Repairing or Replacing Cabinet Insulation
IMPORTANT
DAMAGED INSULATION MUST BE REPAIRED OR
REPLACED before the unit is put back into operation.
Insulation loses its insulating value when wet, damaged,
separated or torn.
Matte- or foil-faced insulation is installed in indoor equipment to provide a barrier between outside air conditions
(surrounding ambient temperature and humidity) and the
varying conditions inside the unit. If the insulation barrier
is damaged (wet, ripped, torn or separated from the cabinet walls), the surrounding ambient air will affect the inside
surface temperature of the cabinet.
The temperature/humidity difference between the inside
and outside of the cabinet can cause condensation on the
inside or outside of the cabinet which leads to sheet metal
corrosion and, subsequently, component failure.
REPAIRING DAMAGED INSULATION
Areas of condensation on the cabinet surface are an indication that the insulation is in need of repair.
If the insulation in need of repair is otherwise in good condition, the insulation should be cut in an X pattern, peeled
open, glued with an appropriate all-purpose glue and
placed back against the cabinet surface, being careful to
not overly compress the insulation so the insulation can
retain its original thickness. If such repair is not possible,
replace the insulation. If using foil-faced insulation, any
cut, tear, or separations in the insulation surface must be
taped with a similar foil-faced tape.
Professional Maintenance
NOTICE !
Failure to follow instructions will cause damage to
the unit.
This unit is equipped with an aluminum coil.
Aluminum coils may be damaged by exposure to
solutions with a pH below 5 or above 9. The aluminum coil should be cleaned using potable water
at a moderate pressure (less than 50psi). If the
coil cannot be cleaned using water alone, Lennox
recommends use of a coil cleaner with a pH in the
range of 5 to 9. The coil must be rinsed thoroughly
after cleaning.
In coastal areas, the coil should be cleaned with
potable water several times per year to avoid corrosive buildup (salt).
Use of Air Handler During Construction
Lennox does not recommend the use of its air handler unit
during any phase of construction. Very low return air temperatures, harmful vapors and operation of the unit with
clogged or misplaced lters will damage the unit.
Air handler units may be used for heating (heat pumps)
or cooling of buildings under construction, if the following
conditions are met:
• A room thermostat must control the air handler. The use
of xed jumpers is not allowed.
• Air lter must be installed in the system and must be
maintained during construction.
• Air lter must be replaced upon construction comple-
tion.
• The air handler evaporator coil, supply fan assembly
and duct system must be thoroughly cleaned following
nal construction clean-up.
• All air handler operating conditions must be veried ac-
cording to these installation instructions.
GLUE - Make sure there is
full coverage of glue on the
metal or insulation so there
are no areas where air
pockets may form which
can lead to sweating.