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Minimum Recommended Filter Sizes

Qty. -  Nominal Size, Inches (Sq. In. Surface Area)

Size_Air Flow

Disposable

Permanent

045_30

1 - 20 X 25 (500)

1 - 15 X 20 (300)

070_30

1 - 20 X 25 (500)

1 - 15 X 20 (300)

070_40

2 - 14 X 25 (350)

1 - 16 X 25 (400)

090_30

1 - 24 X 24 (576)

1 - 16 X 25 (400)

090_50

2 - 18 X 25 (450)

1 - 20 X 25 (500)

115_40

2 - 14 X 25 (350)

1 - 18 X 25 (450)

115_50

2 - 18 X 25 (450)

1 - 20 X 25 (500)

140_50

2 - 18 X 25 (450)

1 - 20 X 25 (500)

Figure 25

Upflow/Horizontal Furnaces

UPFLOW INSTALLATIONS
This furnace contains rails for installing 16 x 25 x 1 filters on
each side of the interior furnace cabinet. A retainer is also
included for bottom return. Refer to the chart below for filter
sizes when using bottom return.

Bottom Return Air Filters

Size

Filter Size, Inches

Type

045, 070

14 X 25 X 1

P

90

16 X 25 X 1

P

115, 140

20 X 25 X 1

P

Figure 26

Bottom Return

 Filter Sizes

The illustration below shows how the filter is retained over
the bottom return air opening.

Figure 27

Filter Retainer

One inch throwaway filters should be sized for a face
velocity of 300 feet per minute or less (14 x 25 x 1
throwaway = 730 CFM max.; 16 x 25 x 1 throwaway = 830
CFM max.; 18 x 25 x 1 throwaway = 940 CFM max.; 20 x
25 x 1 throwaway = 1040 CFM max.) All other filters should
be sized according to their manufacturer’s instructions.

For air delivery of less than 1800 CFM; use one side return
or bottom return.

For air delivery of 1800 CFM or higher; use two side returns,
or one side return plus bottom return.

Guide dimples locate the side and bottom return cutout
locations. Use a straight edge to scribe lines connecting the
dimples. Cut out the opening on these lines. An undersized
opening will cause reduced airflow. For bottom return
connection, remove the bottom of the cabinet before setting
the furnace on the raised platform or return air duct.

HORIZONTAL INSTALLATIONS
Filter(s) must be installed external to the furnace casing.
Using a central return with filters installed in the duct behind
the return air grille allows filters to be replaced by just
removing the grille.  This prevents having to go into the attic
or crawl space when a filter has to be changed.

Refer to the preceding chart on Recommended Minimum
Filter Sizes. (Figure 25)

COUNTERFLOW INSTALLATIONS
A filter rack is shipped with the furnace. To use this rack,
proceed as follows:

Figure 28

Furnace Mounted Filter Rack

1. Center the filter rack over the plenum flange and push

down firmly (Figure  28). Since the return air plenum will
need to be attached later, do not screw the filter rack
down.

2. Install the return air plenum on the furnace. For proper

filter performance, the sides of the plenum must be at
least as tall as dimension “A” shown in Figures 29 and
30.

"A"
Min

Return Air

Optional

Access

Door

Figure 29

Return Air Plenum Installation

NOTE: For easier filter inspection and replacement, the
installer may wish to provide a removable panel in the front
of the return air plenum.

Summary of Contents for GCI Series

Page 1: ...hem TheprecautionslistedinthisInstallationManualshould not supersede existing practices but should be considered as supplemental information Amana Fayetteville TN 37334 A higher standard of comfort He...

Page 2: ...il it today This will assist Amana in contacting you should any service or warranty information change in the future When filling in the registration card be sure to include the Model Manufacturing an...

Page 3: ...to be set on a floor that may become wet or damp at times the furnace should be supported above the floor on a concrete base sized approximately 1 1 2 larger than the base of the furnace ADDITIONAL L...

Page 4: ...al injury or property damage may occur if the furnace and other fuel burning appliances are not provided withenoughfreshairforpropercombustion and ventilation of flue gases Most homes require outside...

Page 5: ...th doors are considered a part of the unconfined space 5 3 3 Equipment Located in Confined Spaces a All Air from Inside the Building The confined space shall be provided with two permanent openings co...

Page 6: ...vers and grilles will have 60 75 percent free area Louvers and grilles shall be fixed in the open position or interlocked with the equipment so that they are opened automatically during equipment oper...

Page 7: ...evious con ditions of use g If improper venting is observed during any of the above tests the common venting system must be corrected in accordance with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Cod...

Page 8: ...n can occur inside masonry chimneys when a single fan assisted Category I appliance 80 AFUE furnace is vented without adequate dilution air Do not connect an 80 furnace to a masonry chimney unless the...

Page 9: ...nd or Reline Fix 4 Cleanout free of debris Check 4 Reline Fix 4 Liner in good condition Check 5 Dilution air available Check 6 Complete the installation Check 7 Reline Fix 4 Reline Fix 4 No Yes Yes Ye...

Page 10: ...f the tile liner Rusted pieces of the metallic liner reline the chimney Fix 4 CHECK 5 LINER CONDITION If a metal liner is present it must be checked It cannot be assumed that all existing metal liners...

Page 11: ...relined Fix 4 FIX 1 LINER TERMINATION Any cap or roof assembly used with a liner must be approved by the liner manufacturer for such use The liner and cap roof assembly must then terminate above the...

Page 12: ...s very tall The vent connectors used are very long or have a large number of elbows Local experience indicates that flexible liners installed without insulation are likely to have condensation problem...

Page 13: ...irigid metallic tubing and metallic fittings Alumi num alloy tubing must not be used in exterior loca tions Listed gas appliance connectors used in accor dance with the terms of their listing must be...

Page 14: ...ugh the left side of the furnace the installer must supply a straight pipe to reach the exterior of the furnace Figure 17 Figure 17 Gas Inlet Through Left Side Counterflow A ground joint union drip le...

Page 15: ...ch WC at the furnace manifold with all gas appliances in operation Maintaining proper gas pressure depends on three main factors 1 Vaporization rate depending on temperature of the liquid and wetted s...

Page 16: ...ARNING To prevent death or personal injury due to electric shock disconnect electrical power before changing any electrical wiring CAUTION When servicing controls label all wires before disconnecting...

Page 17: ...ow voltage wiring may enter through the right or left side of the furnace as viewed for an upflow installation top or bottom for a horizontal installation See Specification Sheet for hole locations Ru...

Page 18: ...America Manual D A duct system must be installed in accordance with Stan dards of the National Board of Fire Underwriters for the Installation of Air Conditioning Warm Air Heating and Ventilating Syst...

Page 19: ...For air delivery of 1800 CFM or higher use two side returns or one side return plus bottom return Guide dimples locate the side and bottom return cutout locations Use a straight edge to scribe lines...

Page 20: ...er Continuous Light 1 Internal Control Failure 1 Flash 2 System Lockout 2 Flashes 3 Pressure Switch Stuck Closed 3 Flashes 4 Pressure Switch Stuck Open 4 Flashes 5 Open Limit Control 5 Flashes 6 Open...

Page 21: ...anation of the pos sible problem On new installations or if a functional part such as the gas valve pressure switch or limit control has been replaced verify that the furnace is operating properly aft...

Page 22: ...our screws This is intentional and not a manufacturing defect 3 As shipped the rollout protection device is located near the flame sensor end of the manifold assembly Re move and save the mounting scr...

Page 23: ...ontrol determines that a measurable combustion can not be established or maintained after three consecu tive tries four if flame is established then lost to turn on the furnace If a flame is not sense...

Page 24: ...ff the electrical power supply to the furnace 3 Set room thermostat to lowest possible setting 4 Remove the door on the front of the furnace Note This furnace is equipped with an ignition device to au...

Page 25: ...r consult with local utility Figure 41 Measuring Inlet Gas Pressure Alternate Method CHECK MANIFOLD PRESSURE A tapped opening is provided in the gas valve to facilitate measurement of the manifold pre...

Page 26: ...rnace as marked on the rating plate CHANGING BLOWER SPEEDS WARNING To avoid death or personal injury due to electricalshock turnoffpowertothefurnace before changing speed taps All furnaces ship at hig...

Page 27: ...er location and procedures for removal cleaning and replacing them If help is needed contact the installer of the furnace or a qualified servicer AIR FILTER UPFLOW FURNACES If the filter is in the fur...

Page 28: ...s are permanently lubricated No further lubrication is required INDUCED DRAFT BLOWER MOTOR The induced draft blower motor is permanently lubricated No further lubrication is required FLAME SENSOR INTE...

Page 29: ...the burners 5 Use bottle brush to clean burner insert and inside of burner 6 Replace burners and burner retention bracket inspect the burner assembly for proper seating of burners in retention slots 7...

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