GPG14M Installation Manual
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
T
O PREVENT PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, DUE TO FIRE,
EXPLOSIONS, SMOKE, SOOT, CONDENSATION, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR CARBON
MONOXIDE, THIS UNIT MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED, REPAIRED, OPERATED,
AND MAINTAINED.
This unit is approved for outdoor installation ONLY. Rated perfor-
mance is achieved after 72 hours of operation. Rated performance
is delivered at the specified airflow. See outdoor unit specifica-
tion sheet for split system models or product specification sheet
for packaged and light commercial models. Specification sheets
can be found at www.goodmanmfg.com for Goodman
®
brand prod-
ucts or www.amana-hac.com for Amana
®
brand products. Within
either website, please select the residential or commercial prod-
ucts menu and then select the submenu for the type of product to
be installed, such as air conditioners or heat pumps, to access a
list of product pages that each contain links to that model’s speci-
fication sheet.
To assure that your unit operates safely and efficiently, it must be
installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with these in-
stallation and operating instructions, all local building codes and
ordinances, or in their absence, with the latest edition of the Na-
tional Fuel Gas Code NFPA54/ANSI Z223.1 and National Stan-
dard of Canada CAN/CSA B149 Installation Codes.
The heating and cooling capacities of the unit should be greater
than or equal to the design heating and cooling loads of the area to
be conditioned. The loads should be calculated by an approved
method or in accordance with A.S.H.R.A.E. Guide or Manual J -
Load Calculations published by the Air Conditioning Contractors
of America.
Obtain from:
American National Standards Institute
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
TRANSPORTATION D AMAGE
Check the carton upon arrival for external damage. If damage is
found, a request for inspection by carrier agent should be made in
writing immediately.
Carefully inspect the unit for damage including damage to the
cabinetry. Any bolts or screws which may have loosened in transit
must be retightened. In the event of damage, the receiver should:
1. Make notation on delivery receipt of any visible damage to
shipment or container.
2. Notify carrier promptly and request an inspection.
3. In case of concealed damage, carrier should be notified
as soon as possible-preferably within 5 days.
4. File the claim with the following supporting documents:
a. Original Bill of Lading, certified copy, or indemnity bond.
b. Original paid freight bill or indemnity in lieu thereof.
c. Original invoice or certified copy thereof, showing trade
and other discounts or reductions.
d. Copy of the inspection report issued by carrier
representative at the time damage is reported to the
carrier. The carrier is responsible for making prompt
inspection of damage and for a thorough investigation of
each claim. The distributor or manufacturer will not accept
claims from dealers for transportation damage.
NOTE: When inspecting the unit for transportation damage, remove
all packaging materials. Recycle or dispose of the packaging ma-
terial according to local codes.
RIGGING DETAILS
WARNING
T
O PREVENT PROPERTY DAMAGE, THE UNIT SHOULD REMAIN IN AN UPRIGHT
POSITION DURING ALL RIGGING AND MOVING OPERATIONS.
T
O FACILITATE
LIFTING AND MOVING WHEN A CRANE IS USED, PLACE THE UNIT IN AN
ADEQUATE CABLE SLING.
Important: If using bottom discharge with roof curb, ductwork
should be attached to the curb prior to installing the unit. Ductwork
dimensions are shown in roof curb installation instructions.
Refer to the Roof Curb Installation Instructions for proper curb in-
stallation. Curbing must be installed in compliance with the National
Roofing Contractors Association Manual.
Lower unit carefully onto roof mounting curb. While rigging unit,
center of gravity will cause condenser end to be lower than supply
air end.
Rigging
GAS PIPING
IMPORTANT NOTE: This unit is factory set to operate on natural
gas at the altitudes shown on the rating plate.
WARNING
T
O AVOID PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH WHEN EITHER
USING PROPANE GAS ALONE OR AT HIGHER ALTITUDES, OBTAIN AND INSTALL
THE PROPER CONVERSION KIT(S).
F
AILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN
UNSATISFACTORY OPERATION AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
H
IGH ALTITUDE
KITS ARE FOR
U
.
S
. INSTALLATIONS ONLY AND ARE NOT APPROVED FOR USE
IN
C
ANADA.
The rating plate is stamped with the model number, type of gas and
gas input rating. Make sure the unit is equipped to operate on the
type of gas available. Conversion to LP gas is permitted with the
use of the factory authorized conversion kit LPM-07, for use with
single stage models, or LPM-08, for use with two-stage models.
See table below.
LP Conversion Kit M odel
LPM-07 Single St age Heating Models
LPM - 08 Tw o -St age He at i ng M o d e l s