Lennox Allied Air A96UHMV, Installation Instructions Manual

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Gas Piping
1. Gas piping may be routed into the unit through either
the left or right hand side in upflow applications, and
either the top or bottom in horizontal applications. Supply
piping enters into the gas valve from the side of the valve
as shown in Figures 36 and 37.
2. When connecting gas supply, factors such as length of
run, number of fittings and furnace rating must be
considered to avoid excessive pressure drop. Table 7
list recommended pipe sizes for typical applications.
NOTE: Use two wrenches when connecting gas piping
to avoid transferring torque to the manifold.
3. Gas piping must not run in or through air ducts, clothes
chutes, chimneys or gas vents, dumb waiters or elevator
shafts. Center gas line through piping hole. Gas line
should not touch side of unit. See Figures 36 and 37.
4. Piping should be sloped 1/4 “ per 15 feet (6 mm per 5.6
m) upward toward the gas meter from the furnace. The
piping must be supported at proper intervals, every 8 to
10 feet (2.44 to 3.05 m), using suitable hangers or straps.
Install a drip leg in vertical pipe runs to serve as a trap
for sediment or condensate.
5. A 1/8” N.P.T. plugged tap or pressure post is located on
the gas valve to facilitate test gauge connection. See
Figure 42.
If a flexible gas connector is required or allowed by the
authority that has jurisdiction, black iron pipe shall be
installed at the gas valve and extend outside the furnace
cabinet. The flexible connector can then be added
between the black iron pipe and the gas supply line.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 600 in.-lbs. (50 ft.-lbs.) torque when
attaching the gas piping to the gas valve.
WARNING
6. In some localities, codes may require installation of a
manual main shut off valve and union (furnished by
installer) external to the unit. Union must be of the
ground joint type.
Leak Check
After gas piping is completed, carefully check all piping
connections (factory and field installed) for gas leaks. Use
a leak detecting solution or other preferred means. Do not
test with open flame
The furnace must be isolated from the gas supply system
by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply system at pressures more
than or equal to 1/2 psig (3.48 kPa, 14 inches w.c.).
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping must
be resistant to the actions of liquified petroleum gases.
IMPORTANT
When testing gas lines using pressures in excess of
1/2 psig (3.48kPa), gas valve must be disconnected and
isolated. See Figure 35. Gas valves can be damaged
if subjected to pressures greater than 1/2 psig (3.48
kPa).
IMPORTANT
Figure 35
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow the safety warnings exactly could result
in serious injury, death, or property damage. Never use
an open flame to test for gas leaks. Check all
connections using a commercially available soap
solution made specifically for leak detection. Some
soaps used for leak detection are corrosive to certain
metals. Carefully rinse piping thoroughly after leak test
has been completed.
WARNING