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Unit Star-Up
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING
Do not use this furnace if any part has been
underwater. A flood-damaged furnace is extremely
dangerous. Attempts to use the furnace can result in
fire or explosion. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the furnace and to replace all gas
controls, control system parts, and electrical parts that
have been wet or to replace the furnace, if deemed
necessary.
WARNING
If overheating occurs or if gas supply fails to shut off,
shut off the manual gas valve to the appliance before
shutting off electrical supply..
CAUTION
Before attempting to perform any service or
maintenance, turn the electrical power to unit OFF at
disconnect switch..
BEFORE LIGHTING
smell all around the appliance area
for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some
gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
The gas valve on the EL180UHE unit is equipped with a
gas control switch. Use only your hand to move the switch.
Never use tools. If the switch will not turn or if the control
switch will not move by hand, do not try to repair it.
Placing the furnace into operation:
EL180UHE units are equipped with an automatic ignition
system. Do not attempt to manually light burners on these
furnaces. Each time the thermostat calls for heat, the
burners will automatically light. The ignitor does not get
hot when there is no call for heat on units with an automat-
ic ignition system.
WARNING
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death..
Gas Valve Operation (Figure 31)
1 -
STOP! Read the safety information at the beginning
of this section.
2 -
Set the thermostat to the lowest setting.
3 - Turn off all electrical power to the unit.
4 - This furnace is equipped with an ignition device
which automatically lights the burners. Do not try to
light the burners by hand.
5 -
Remove the upper access panel.
6 -
Move switch on gas valve to OFF. Do not force. See
figure 31.
7 -
Wait five minutes to clear out any gas. If you then
smell gas, STOP! Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions. If you do not smell gas go to next step.
GAS VALVE SHOWN IN ON POSITION
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
OUTLET
PORT
INLET
PRESSURE
PORT
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
Figure 31
8 -
Move switch on gas valve to ON. Do not force. See
figure 31.
9 -
Replace the upper access panel.
10 -
Turn on all electrical power to to the unit.
11 -
Set the thermostat to desired setting.
NOTE - When unit is initially started, steps 1 through
11 may need to be repeated to purge air from gas line.
If the appliance will not operate, follow the instructions
12 -
“Turning Off Gas to Unit” and call your service
technician or gas supplier.
Turning Off Gas to Unit
1 -
Set the thermostat to the lowest setting.
2 -
Turn off all electrical power to the unit if service is to
be performed.
3 -
Remove the upper access panel.
4 -
Move switch on gas valve to OFF. Do not force.
5 -
Replace the upper access panel.
Failure To Operate
If the unit fails to operate, check the following
:
1 -
Is the thermostat calling for heat?
2 -
Are access panels securely in place?
3 -
Is the main disconnect switch closed?
4 -
Is there a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker?
5 -
Is the filter dirty or plugged? Dirty or plugged filters
will cause the limit control to shut the unit off.
6 -
Is gas turned on at the meter?
7 -
Is the manual main shut-off valve open?
8 -
Is the internal manual shut-off valve open?
9 -
Is the unit ignition system in lock out? If the unit locks
out again, call the service technician to inspect the
unit for blockages.
10 -
Is pressure switch closed? Obstructed flue will
cause unit to shut off at
