507838-01
Issue 1813
Page 4 of 19
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.
WARNING
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.
IMPORTANT
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.
CAUTION
General Information
The BCE7E series air handler with all-aluminum coil is
designed for installation with optional field-installed electric
heat and a matching HFC-410A outdoor unit.
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.
Shipping and Packing List
Package 1 of 1 contains:
1 – Assembled air handler unit
1 – Horizontal drip shield (BCE7E-060 only)
1 – Pipe nipple (Sch 80, 3/4” I.D. x 5”)
1 – Warranty card
NOTE: For downflow applications, order kit number
83M57.
Check the air handler for shipping damage; if found,
immediately contact the last carrier.
Requirements
This unit must be matched with an indoor coil as
specified in the product specification sheets. Coils
previously charged with HCFC-22 must be flushed.
IMPORTANT
In addition to conforming to manufacturer’s installation
instructions and local municipal building codes, installation
of air handler units (with or without optional electric heat),
shall conform with the following National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) standards:
• NFPA No. 90A - Standard for Installation of Air
Conditioning and Ventilation Systems
• NFPA No. 90B - Standard for Installation of Residence
Type Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
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.
Installing the Unit
These units are factory-configured for upflow and
horizontal right-hand discharge installation. For downflow
or horizontal left-hand discharge, certain field modifications
are required.
Disassemble/Reassemble Air Handler Units
The air handler units consists of two factory-assembled
sections. It may be necessary to disassemble the sections
when positioning the unit for installation.
To disassemble:
1. Remove access panels.
2. Remove both blower and coil assemblies. This will
lighten the cabinet for lifting.
3. Remove one screw from the left and right posts inside
the unit. Remove one screw from each side on the
back of the unit. Unit sections will now separate.
To reassemble:
1. Align cabinet sections together.
2. Reinstall screws.
3. Replace blower and coil assemblies.
4. Replace access panel.
