J962V Installation Manual

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Neutralizer kit P/N 902377 is available for use with this
furnace. Please follow the instructions provided with
the kit.
For Installations where there is limited clearance for the
J-Trap (such as an attic where it may be installed between
ceiling joists), either side of the J-Trap can be shortened
to a minimum of 3 Inches.
CIRCULATING AIR REQUIREMENTS
WARNING:
Do not allow combustion products to enter the
circulating air supply. Failure to prevent the
circulation of combustion products into the
living space can create potentially hazardous
conditions including carbon monoxide poisoning
that could result in personal injury or death.
All return ductwork must be secured to the
furnace with sheet metal screws. For installations
in confined spaces, all return ductwork must be
adequately sealed. When return air is provided
through the bottom of the furnace, the joint
between the furnace and the return air plenum
must be air tight.
The surface that the furnace is mounted on must
provide sound physical support of the furnace
with no gaps, cracks or sagging between the
furnace and the floor or platform.
Return air and circulating air ductwork must
not be connected to any other heat producing
device such as a fireplace insert, stove, etc. This
may result in fire, explosion, carbon monoxide
poisoning, personal injury, or property damage.
Plenums & Air Ducts
Plenums and air ducts must be installed in accordance
with the Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning
and Ventilating Systems (NFPA No. 90A) or the
Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and
Air Conditioning Systems (NFPA No. 90B).
• It is recommended that the outlet duct contain a
removable access panel. The opening should be
accessible when the furnace is installed in service and
shall be of a size that smoke or reflected light may be
observed inside the casing to indicate the presence of
leaks in the heat exchanger. The cover for the opening
shall be attached in such a way as to prevent leaks.
If outside air is used as return air to the furnace for
ventilation or to improve indoor air quality, the system
must be designed so that the return air is not less than
60° F (15° C) during operation. If a combination of indoor
and outdoor air is used, the ducts and damper system
must be designed so that the return air supply to the
furnace is equal to the return air supply under normal,
indoor return air applications.
Vent Freezing Protection
CAUTION:
When the vent pipe is exposed to temperatures
below freezing (i.e., when it passes through
unheated spaces, chimneys, etc.) the pipe
must be insulated with 1/2 inch thick sponge
rubber insulation, Armaflex-type insulation or
equivalent. Insulating pipe is important to avoid
condensate icing.
Table 2 (page 12) lists the maximum length of flue pipe
that can travel through an unconditioned space or an
exterior space. The total vent length must not exceed
the lengths noted in Table 1 (page 11). For Canadian
installations, please refer to the Canadian Installation
Code (CAN/CGA-B149.1) and/or local codes.
For extremely cold climates or for conditions of short
furnace cycles (i.e. set back thermostat conditions) the
last 18 inches of vent pipe can be reduced. It is acceptable
to reduce from 3” to 2-1/2”, 3” to 2”, or 2” to 1-1/2” if
the total vent length is at least 15 feet in length and the
vent length is within the parameters specified in Table 1.
The restriction should be counted as 3 equivalent feet.
Smaller vent pipes are less susceptible to freezing, but
must not be excessively restrictive. The length of the 2
inch pipe must not be longer than 18 inches.
To prevent debris or creatures from entering the
combustion system, a protective screen may be installed
over the combustion air intake opening. The screens
hole size must be large enough to prevent air restriction.
Existing Installations
When an existing furnace is removed from a vent system
serving other appliances, the existing vent system may
not be sized properly to vent the remaining appliances
(For example: water heater). An improperly sized venting
system can result in the formation of condensate, leakage,
or spillage. The existing vent system should be checked
to make sure it is in compliance with NFGC and must be
brought into compliance before installing the furnace.
NOTE: If replacing an existing furnace, it is possible you
will encounter an existing plastic venting system that is
subject to a Consumer Product Safety Commission recall.
The pipes involved in the recall are High Temperature
Plastic Vent (HTPV). If your venting system contains
these pipes DO NOT reuse this venting system! This
recall does not apply to other plastic vent pipes, such
as white PVC or CPVC. Check for details on the CPSC
website or call their toll-free number (800) 758-3688.
Condensate Disposal
The method for disposing of condensate varies according
to local codes. Consult your local code or authority having
jurisdiction.
Each of the condensate drain lines must be J-trapped
using field supplied parts. After the condensate lines are
J-trapped, they may be combined together into a single
run to the drain. The drain lines must be routed downward
to ensure proper drainage from furnace.