Instructions

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This Instruction sheet will show you how to install the metal transition This Instruction sheet will show you how to install the metal transition

between your new Furnace/AC Coil and your existing ductwork supply between your new Furnace/AC Coil and your existing ductwork supply

plenum. The kit is also needed to bridge the gap distance in height as well as plenum. The kit is also needed to bridge the gap distance in height as well as

length if adding a new AC coil to the supply plenum. length if adding a new AC coil to the supply plenum.

STEP 1 Remove old furnace and move

the new furnace and air conditioner

coil (AC Coil) next to the supply

plenum.

STEP 2 Measure distance from the

top of the AC Coil to the supply

plenum, adding extra height for a

6-inch minimum transition height.

The maximum height is 14 inches.

STEP 3 With sheet metal snips, cut

the excess plenum to t the new

equipment. Center the equipment

into place under the supply plenum.

STEP 4 Notch (cut a small triangle)

on 2 opposite corners with the metal

snips the height of a single S-Drive

or about 1.5 inch heigh. This aids in

sliding the S-Drives into place in later

steps.

Included in the Plenum Transition KIT:

Tools needed:

IMPORTANT: The furnace and AC coil installion should be completed by a licensed and experienced profes-

sional HVAC Installer. For safety, ALL venting or gas pipe work must be completed by a trained and experi-

enced installer in this type of work, observing all local codes. Also be sure to wear safety glass and gloves

when handling the sharp edges of the sheet metal.

WARNING :

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL

FURNACE PIPING/VENTING OR OTHER

DANGEROUS EQUIPMENT IF YOU ARE

NOT A CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL.

(4) Sheet Metal

(each 26” x 14”)

(8) S-Drives

(1) 12” Sheet Bender

(40) Sheet Metal Screws (1) Sheet Metal Screw Bit

FURNACE/COIL to PLENUM

TRANSITION KIT

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(1) Flathead Screwdriver or

Screwgun

(1) Hammer

or Rubber Mallet

(1) Pliers

(1) Sheet Metal Snips

(1) Straight Edge

(1) Measuring Tape or Ruler

Summary of content (3 pages)

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FURNACE/COIL to PLENUM TRANSITION KIT Included in the Plenum Transition KIT: (8) S-Drives (4) Sheet Metal (each 26” x 14”) (1) 12” Sheet Bender (40) Sheet Metal Screws WARNING : DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL FURNACE PIPING/VENTING OR OTHER DANGEROUS EQUIPMENT IF YOU ARE NOT A CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL.
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STEP 5 Measure the length of each edge for both the top of the AC coil and the bottom of the supply plenum. The 8 S-Drives will be fitted on these edges to hold the sheet metal. STEP 6 When cutting each S-Drive, subtract 1/8 inch from each side for allowance on the corner joints. NOTE: The metal snips may crush the ends. Use a screwdriver to gently open. STEP 7 Place each S-Drive on the lip on top of the new AC coil, as shown.
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STEP 13 With the metal shears, cut along the outside lines along the sides and top. Do not cut the bottom line! CAUTION: The cut metal edges are sharp! Wear gloves to protect hands. STEP 14 The last cuts are the notches from the 4 corners. Simply cut out the square that remains in each corner. STEP 15 Using the included 12 inch sheet metal bending tool, bend the sides up 90° inwards towards the AC coil. STEP 16 Slide the bottom of the cut panel into the bottom S-Drive on the back of the AC coil.