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in the safety information above on this label. If you don’t 
smell gas, go to the next step.”

•  If a suspected malfunction occurs with your gas control 
system, such as the burners do not light when they should, 
refer to the shutdown procedures on the furnace, or in the 
next section, to turn off your system, then call your dealer as 
soon as possible.

 

Check Air Filter:

 

 Before attempting to start your furnace, 

be sure the furnace filter is clean and in place. (See the main-
tenance section of this manual.) Do not run the furnace with-
out a filter in place. Then proceed as follows:

 

STEPS FOR STARTING YOUR 
FURNACE

 

1. Set your room thermostat to the lowest temperature set-

ting. (See Fig. 5.)

2.

 

Close

 

 the external manual gas valve. (See Fig. 6.)

 

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3. Turn 

 

OFF

 

 electrical supply to the furnace. (See Fig. 7.)

4.

 

Remove

 

 the outer door by loosing the thumbscrew and 

pulling the door forward. (See Fig. 8.)

5. Turn the control switch to 

 

OFF

 

 and wiat 5 minutes to 

clear out any gas. (See Fig. 9)

6. After waiting 5 minutes if you still smell gas, 

 

STOP!

 

 Fol-

low the safety information on the cover of this manual. If 

you do not smell gas, go to the next step.

7. Turn the control switch to 

 

ON

 

 (See Fig. 10.)

 

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WARNING

 

Should overheating occur or the gas valves fail to
shut off the gas supply, turn off the manual gas
valve (See Fig. 6.) to the furnace BEFORE turning
off the electrical supply. A failure to follow this
warning could result in a fire or explosion, and
personal injury or death.

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Summary of Contents for INDUCED-COMBUSTION GAS FURNACE

Page 1: ...of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Leave the building immediately Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed...

Page 2: ... went into the development of your new furnace Take a little time now to assure its most efficient operation for years to come 1 Furnace shown in upflow position may be used in downflow or horizontal orientation or applications WeatherMaker 8000TS FURNACE COMPONENTS 2 VENT ELBOW DRAFT SAFEGUARD SWITCH GAS MANIFOLD GAS BURNER FLAME SENSOR BLOWER DOOR SAFETY SWITCH BLOWER AND MOTOR PRESSURE SWITCH F...

Page 3: ...ace contains safety devices which must be manu ally reset If the furnace is left unattended for an extended period of time have it checked periodically for proper oper ation This precaution will prevent problems associated with no heat such as frozen water pipes etc See Before You Request a Service Call section in this manual SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Installing and servicing heating equipment can be ...

Page 4: ...g 5 2 Close the external manual gas valve See Fig 6 5 6 7 3 Turn OFF electrical supply to the furnace See Fig 7 4 Remove the outer door by loosing the thumbscrew and pulling the door forward See Fig 8 5 Turn the control switch to OFF and wiat 5 minutes to clear out any gas See Fig 9 6 After waiting 5 minutes if you still smell gas STOP Fol low the safety information on the cover of this manual If ...

Page 5: ...ed off ContinuousFanOperation Somethermostatshavea FAN switch with 2 selections AUTO and ON When thermostat is set onAUTO the furnace blower cycles on and off controlled by the thermostat In ON position the furnace blower runs con tinuously except for a 42 62 sec delay at the call for heat This keeps the temperature level in your home more evenly balanced It also continuously filters the indoor ai...

Page 6: ...emove side filters Recommended Some furnaces may have 2 filters Filters may be field modified by cutting filter material and support rods 3 in filters Alternate sizes and additional filters may be ordered from your dealer COMBUSTION AREA AND VENT SYSTEM Inspect the combustion area and vent system before each heating season An accumulation of dirt soot or rust can mean a loss of efficiency and impr...

Page 7: ...t blue If not or if you suspect some other malfunction call your servicing dealer 6 Replace the access door See Fig 11 BEFORE YOU REQUEST A SERVICE CALL Before you call for service check for several easily solved problems Check for sufficient airflow Check the air filter for dirt Check for blocked return air or supply air grilles Be sure WARNING If holes are found or if the vent pipe is obstructed...

Page 8: ...re condition due to inadequate combustion air these switches will shut off the furnace Reset the switches by pushing the button on the switch If the switch trips a second time turn off the furnace and call for service If your furnace still fails to operate call your servicing deal er for troubleshooting and repairs Tell your dealer the model and serial numbers for your furnace You should have them...

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