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Induced Combustion Gas F urnace

Owner’s Manual

NOTE TO INSTALLER:

THIS MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH

THE EQUIPMENT USER.

USER: Please read all instructions in the manual and retain

all manuals for future reference.

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FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings could result in injury, death,

or property damage.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity 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 near by phone.

Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

--If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire

department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified

installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WARNING

CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal

injury and/or death.

Carbon Monoxide is invisible, odorless, and toxic! Carrier

Corp. recommends a carbon monoxide alarm in your home,

even if you do not own a gas appliance. Locate the carbon

monoxide alarm in the living area of your home and away

from gas appliances and doorways to attached garages.

Follow the alarm manufacturer’s instruction included with

the alarm.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL OPERATION HAZARD

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury,

death, or property damage.

Do not use this furnace if any part has been under water. A

flood--damaged furnace is extremely dangerous. Attempts to

use the furnace can result in fire or explosion. A qualified

service agency should be contacted to inspect the furnace and

to replace all gas controls, control system parts, electrical parts

that have been wet or the furnace if deemed necessary.

WARNING

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Induced Combustion Gas Furnace Owner’s Manual NOTE TO INSTALLER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE EQUIPMENT USER. FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD USER: Please read all instructions in the manual and retain Failure to follow safety warnings could result in injury, death, or property damage. WARNING ! all manuals for future reference. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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WELCOME TO TODAY’S GENERATION OF COMFORT FURNACE COMPONENTS Congratulations! Your new, higher efficiency gas furnace is a sound investment which will reward you and your family with years of warm memories winter after winter. Not only is your new furnace energy efficient, it is also extremely reliable. Spend just a few minutes with this booklet to learn about the operation of your new furnace—and the small amount of maintenance it takes to keep it operating at peak efficiency.
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IMPORTANT FACTS (DO’S AND DON’TS) S DO: READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL. S DO: Have your furnace and vent system inspected annually by a qualified service technician. S DO: Inspect your filter monthly and clean or replace when needed. S DO: Provide adequate airflow to the furnace for efficient combustion and safe ventilation. S DO: Keep your furnace free and clear of insulating material. Some materials may be combustible. Examine the furnace area when the furnace is installed or when insulation is added.
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STARTING YOUR FURNACE 2. Close the external manual gas valve. Your furnace uses an automatic, hot surface ignition system to light the burners each time the thermostat signals the furnace to start. CL SE O Follow these important safeguards: S Never attempt to manually light the burners with a match or other source of flame. A06188 Fig. 5 -- Close Valve 3. Turn OFF electrical supply to the furnace. A92319 Fig.
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ON OFF 12. After about 17 seconds, the gas valve permits gas to flow to the main burners where it is ignited. Hot flames begin to warm the furnace’s heat exchanger. After a time delay of approximately 25--45 seconds the furnace blower is switched on. OR A02267 Fig. 9 -- Control Switch to ON 8. Replace the outer door. 3 2 1 A10264 Fig. 10 -- Furnace Door Replaced 9. Turn ON the electrical supply to the furnace.
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PERFORMING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE With proper maintenance and care, your furnace will operate economically and dependably. Instructions for basic maintenance are found on this and the following pages. However, before beginning maintenance, follow these safety precautions: ! WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or death. A92185 Fig.
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A00227 A06192 Fig. 16 -- Slide Side Filter Out of Furnace Fig. 18 -- Replace Side Filter Cabinet Door A00228 A06193 Fig. 17 -- Slide Bottom Filter Out of Furnace Fig. 19 -- Replace Bottom Filter Cabinet Door 4. Inspect the filter. If torn, replace it. NOTE: If a washable filter has been replaced with: a. Factory specified disposable media filter — Do not clean. If dirty, replace only with media filter having the same part number and size. Install with airflow direction arrow pointing towards blower.
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COMBUSTION AREA AND VENT SYSTEM ! If rusty joints or seams, or signs of water leakages are found, call your dealer for service. 4. Restore electrical power to the furnace. (See Fig. 11.) 5. Start the furnace and observe its operation. If possible, watch the burner flames. Are they burning bright blue? If not or if you suspect some other malfunction, call your servicing dealer. 6. Replace the access door. (See Fig. 10.
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In addition to the type of routine maintenance you might be willing to perform, your furnace should be inspected regularly by a properly trained service technician. You should work with your dealer or service technician to assure your inspection includes the following at a minimum. MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST INSPECTION INTERVAL DESCRIPTION Monthly Bi-annually Annually Furnace specific, external items: Clean or replace air filters. X Inspect cabinet for signs of damage.
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NOTE TO EQUIPMENT OWNER: For your convenience, please record the model and serial numbers of your new equipment in the spaces provided. This information, along with the installation data and dealer contact information will be helpful should your system require maintenance or service.