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Water may create a condition in which mold can grow in your
home. Certain types of mold have been reported to cause respira-
tory problems or other serious health risks. Remedial actions, in-
cluding immediately drying all wet items, should be taken quickly
to help prevent the development of mold in your home.
If the structure will be unattended during cold weather you should
take these precautions.
1. Turn off the water supply to the structure and drain the water
lines if possible and add an antifreeze for potable water to
drain traps and toilet tanks. Open faucets in appropriate
areas.
--or--
2. Have someone check the structure frequently during cold
weather to make sure it is warm enough to prevent pipes
from freezing. Instruct them on a service agency to call to
provide service, if required.
--or--
3. Install a reliable remote sensing device that will notify
somebody of freezing conditions within the home.
2. Installation
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD.
Failure to properly vent this furnace or other
appliances can result in death, personal injury
and/or property damage.
If this furnace is replacing a previously common-
vented furnace, it may be necessary to resize the
existing vent line and chimney to prevent
oversizing problems for the other remaining
appliances(s). See applicable codes and
Venting
and Combustion Air Check
and
Gas Vent
Installation
section
.
!
Location and Clearances
If furnace is a replacement, it is usually best to install the furnace
where the old one was. Choose the location or evaluate the exist-
ing location based upon the minimum clearance and furnace di-
mensions
(Figure 1)
.
CAUTION
Do NOT operate furnace in a corrosive atmosphere contain-
ing chlorine, fluorine or any other damaging chemicals. Refer
to Combustion & Ventilation Air section, Contaminated Com-
bustion Air.
Installation Requirements
1. Install furnace level.
2. This furnace is
NOT
to be used for temporary heat of build-
ings or structures under construction.
3. Install the vent pipes as short as practical. (See
Gas Vent
Installation
section).
4. Do
NOT
install furnace directly on carpeting, tile or other com-
bustible material other than wood flooring.
5. Maintain clearance for fire safety and servicing. A front clear-
ance of 30
²
is minimum for access to the burner, controls and
filter.
6. Use a raised base if the floor is damp or wet at times.
7. Residential garage installations require:
·
Burners and ignition sources installed at least 18
²
above the
floor.
·
Furnace must be located or physically protected from pos-
sible damage by a vehicle.
