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WARNING:
The information listed below and on the next page
must be followed during the installation, service,
and operation of this unit. Unqualified individuals
should not attempt to interpret these instructions
or install this equipment. Failure to follow safety
recommendations could result in possible damage
to the equipment, serious personal injury or death.
• The installation must conform with the National Fuel Gas
Code (ANSI 2223.1, NFPA-54). Canadian installations must
conform with CAN/CGA-B149 installation codes.
• The installer must comply with all local codes and regulations
which govern the installation of this type of equipment.
Local codes and regulations take precedence over any
recommendations contained in these instructions. Consult
local building codes and the National Electrical Code (ANSI
CI) for special installation requirements.
• This equipment contains liquid and gaseous refrigerant
under high pressure. Installation or servicing should only be
performed by qualified trained personnel thoroughly familiar
with this type equipment.
• All electrical wiring must be completed in accordance with
local, state and national codes and regulations and with the
National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) or in Canada the
Canadian Electric Code Part 1 CSA C.22.1.
• Air Ducts must be installed in accordance with the standards
of the National Fire Protection Association “Standards for
Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems”
(NFPA 90A), “Standard for Installation of Residence Type
Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems” (NFPA
90B), these instructions, and all applicable local codes.
• Install this unit only in a location and position as specified on
. This unit is designed only for outdoor installations
and should be located with consideration of minimizing the
length of the supply and return ducts. Consideration should
also be given to the accessibility of fuel, electric power,
service access, noise, and shade.
• Before beginning the installation, verify that the unit model
is correct for the job. The unit model number is printed on
the data label. Follow all precautions in the literature, on
tags, and on labels provided with the equipment. Read and
thoroughly understand the instructions provided with the
equipment prior to performing the installation and operational
checkout of the equipment.
• Use only with the type of gas approved for this unit. Refer
to the unit rating plate.
• Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air to the unit.
.
• Provide adequate clearances around the air vent intake
terminal. See page 8.
• Combustion products must be discharged outdoors. Connect
this unit to an approved vent system only, as specified on
• Never test for gas leaks with an open flame. Use a
commercially available soap solution to check all connections.
.
• Consult
, and the rating plate for the
proper circulating air flow and temperature rise. It is important
that the duct system be designed to provide the correct flow
rates and external pressure rise. An improperly designed
duct system can result in nuisance shutdowns, and comfort
or noise issues.
• Installation of equipment may require brazing operations.
Installer must comply with safety codes and wear appropriate
safety equipment (safety glasses, work gloves, fire
extinguisher, etc.) when performing brazing operations.
• This equipment is
NOT
to be used for temporary heating of
buildings or structures under construction.
REQUIREMENTS & CODES
This unit must be installed in accordance with instructions
outlined in this manual, all applicable local building codes,
and the current revision of the National Fuel Gas Code
(NFPA54/ANSI Z223.1) or the Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.1.
Additional codes listed below are for reference purposes only
and do not necessarily have jurisdiction over local or state
codes. Local codes and regulations take precedence over
any recommendations contained in these instructions. Always
consult with local authorities before installing any gas appliance.
Combustion & Ventilation Air
• US: National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC), Air for Combustion and
Ventilation
• CANADA: Natural Gas and Propane Installation Codes
(NSCNGPIC), Venting Systems and Air Supply for Appliances
Duct Systems
• US and CANADA: Air Conditioning Contractors Association
(ACCA) Manual D, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors
National Association (SMACNA), or American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Fundamentals Handbook
Electrical Connections
• US: National Electrical Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70
• CANADA: Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1
Gas Piping & Gas Pipe Pressure Testing
• US: NFGC and National Plumbing Codes
• CANADA: NSCNGPIC
General Installation
• US: Current edition of the NFGC and the NFPA 90B. For copies,
contact the National Fire Protection Association Inc., Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02269; or American Gas Association, 400 N.
Capitol, N.W., Washington DC 20001 or www.NFPA.org
• CANADA: NSCNGPIC. For a copy, contact Standard Sales, CSA
International, 178 Rexdale Boulevard, Etobicoke (Toronto), Ontario,
M9W 1R3 Canada
Safety
• US: (NFGC) NFPA 54–1999/ANSI Z223.1 and the Installation
Standards, Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems ANSI/
NFPA 90B.
• CANADA: CAN/CGA-B149.1 and .2–M00 National Standard of
Canada. (NSCNGPIC)
