Carrier CNPVU Series User manual

Uncased Coils
Upflow - Downflow
Heating - Cooling
Installation Instructions
NOTE: Read the entire instruction manual before starting the
installation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS ... 0.00.00 eee 1
INTRODUCTION 2.00.6 eee 1
INSTALLATION 2.0... eee eee 2
Procedure 1 — Inspect Equipment .................000. 2
Procedure 2 — Select Installation .................00. 3
Procedure 3 — Installation of Evaporator Coil ........... 4
Procedure 4 — Connect Refrigerant Piping ............. 6
Procedure 5 — Connect Refrigerant Liquid
and Suction Lines ....... 0.0.0.0... 0005 6
Procedure 6 — Condensate Drain Line Connection ....... 7
Procedure 7 — Humidifier Application ................ 8
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, maintenance,
or use can cause explosion, fire, electrical shock, or other
conditions which may cause death, personal injury or property
damage. Consult a qualified installer, service agency, or your
distributor or branch for information or assistance. The qualified
installer or agency must use factory- authorized kits or accessories
when modifying this product. Refer to the individual instructions
packaged with the kits or accessories when installing.
Follow all safety codes. Wear safety glasses, protective clothing,
and work gloves. Use quenching cloth for brazing operations.
Have fire extinguisher available. Read these instructions
thoroughly and follow all warning or cautions included in literature
and attached to the unit. Consult local building codes and the
current editions of the National Electrical Code (NEC) NFPA 70.
In Canada, refer to the current editions of the Canadian Electrical
Code CSA C22.1.
Recognize safety information. When you see this symbol A\ on
the unit and in instructions or manuals, be alert to the potential for
personal injury. Understand the signal words DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE. These words are used with
the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious
hazards which will result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING signifies hazards which could result in personal injury
or death, CAUTION is used to identify unsafe practices which
may result in minor personal injury or product and property
damage. NOTE is used to highlight suggestions which will result
in enhanced installation, reliability, or operation.
4. WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury
or death.
Before installing or servicing system, always turn off main
power to system. There may be more than one disconnect
switch. Tag disconnect switch with a suitable warning label.
Turn off accessory heater power if applicable.
4& CAUTION
UNIT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in product or
property damage.
This coil contains Nitrogen precharge of 15 PSI. Release of
this pressure through the center of the rubber plugs is
required before removing the plugs.
CUT HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in personal injury.
Sheet metal parts may have sharp edges or burrs. Use care and
wear appropriate protective clothing and gloves when
handling parts.
IMPORTANT: Nitrogen can leak out through the hole that the
needle pierced in the plugs. This does not indicate a leaking coil
nor warrant return of the coil.
INTRODUCTION
Use this instruction manual to install indoor coils on upflow or
downtflow furnaces. (See Fig. 1.) Do not install coil in horizontal
position. Models CNPVU/CNRVU have _ factory- installed
thermostatic expansion valves (TXVs). CNPVU models are used
with Puron® refrigerant (R410A) systems and CNRVU models are
used with R- 22 systems.

INSTALLATION
These units can be installed in either upflow or downflow
configurations. Before installation, there are several performance
requirements that must be considered because poor installation can
negatively alter performance. This section will briefly discuss those
factors.
TXV
A thermal expansion valve is utilized in this coil design to optimize
performance and comfort throughout the entire operating range of
the system. Special attention needs to be taken to the TXV when
installing the coil
¢ Do not overheat valve. Temperatures that exceed 212°F (100°C)
can harm valve performance. Use a wet cloth or heat sink when
brazing.
¢ Place filter dryer near ID unit to reduce the risk of debris
clogging the valve.
¢ Make sure TXV bulb is securely fastened and wrapped in the
indentation on heater tube.
CNPVU Models:
These coils have a factory- installed hard- shutoff TXV designed
only for use with R- 410A refrigerant. Use only with outdoor units
designed for R- 410A.
CNRVU Models:
These coils have a factory- installed hard- shutoff TXV designed
only for use with R-22 refrigerant. Use only with outdoor units
designed for R- 22.
NOTE: All TXVs have preset superheat settings and are not
field- adjustable.
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Header Plate
1 pe.
Airflow
Airflow amount and distribution are vital to adequate system
performance. Problems that can be experienced with incorrect
airflow include:
¢ low system performance
¢ restricted TXV
¢ frosted coil
* poor humidity control
¢ water blow- off
When attaching the coil and building the plenum, pay special
attention to the effect these details will have on airflow. After
system start-up, check the cfm to insure that it is correct.
(Generally, the cfm should be 350 to 400 cfm/ton during normal
cooling operation.)
Condensate Management
With proper installation, these coils will manage the condensate
without blow-off into the duct work. See detailed instructions for
more info.
Procedure 1 — Inspect Equipment
File claim with shipper if equipment is damaged.
The following parts are included with this coil (See Fig. 1),
depending on your application different components will be
required.
COMPONENT QUANTITY
2
Extension Air Baffles
2 pcs. (Attached to coil)
Support Rails
2 pcs.
Collar
1 pe.
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Fig. 1 - Uncased N- Coil Components
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Procedure 2 — Select Installation
Select and follow the installation instruction that best suits your needs:
Uncased N - Cail
Applications
Replacement New
Applications Applications
v x x v
Cased Plenum N-Goil Plenum
Applications Applications Kit Casing Applications
Applications
x
Cased “A” Cased “N” Uncased “A”
Old CDS Old CK5 Old CCS
V. 7 7 Vv Vv.
Follow
Follow
Follow
Follow
Follow
procedure procedure procedure procedure procedure
3A
3B
3c
3D
3E
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Fig. 2 - Uncased N- Coil Applications
Table 1 - CNPVU Uncased Coil Information
COIL CONNECTION
MODEL NUMBER TONNAGE COIL SIZE (IN.) COLLAR SIZE (IN.) TUBE SIZE (IN.) KIT CASING
Depth Width Depth Width Liquid Suction Model #
CNPVU1814A(C, ELA 1-1/2 19- 1/8 13- 1/2 19- 3/8 12- 7/8 3/8 5/8 KCAKC2601ECC
CNPVU1917A(C, ELA 1-1/2 19- 1/8 16- 3/4 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 3/4 KCAKC3001ECC
CNPVU2414A(C, TL L)A 2 19- 1/8 13- 1/2 19- 3/8 12- 7/8 3/8 5/8 KCAKC2601ECC
CNPVU2417A(C, TL L)A 2 19- 1/8 16- 7/8 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 5/8 KCAKC2701ECC
CNPVUS014A(C, TL L)JA 2- 1/2 19- 1/8 13- 1/2 19- 3/8 12- 7/8 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2601ECC
CNPVU38017A(C, TL L)A 2- 1/2 19- 1/8 16- 7/8 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2701ECC
CNPVU38117A(C, ELA 2- 1/2 19- 1/8 16- 3/4 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 3/4 KCAKC3101ECC
CNPVU3617A(C, TE L)JA 3 19- 1/8 16- 7/8 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2701ECC
CNPVUS8621A(C, TELIA 3 19- 1/8 20- 1/4 19- 3/8 19- 5/8 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2801ECC
CNPVU87171A(C,T.LA 3 19- 1/8 16- 3/4 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 7/8 KCAKC3201ECC
CNPVU4221A(C, ELA 3- 1/2 19- 1/8 20- 1/4 19- 3/8 19- 5/8 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2801ECC
CNPVU4324A(C, TL L)A 3- 1/2 19- 1/8 23- 3/4 19- 3/8 23- 1/8 3/8 7/8 KCAKC83301ECC
CNPVU4821A(C, ELA 4 19- 1/8 20- 1/4 19- 3/8 19- 5/ 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2801ECC
CNPVU4824A(C, TL L)A 4 19- 1/8 23- 3/4 19- 3/8 23- 1/8 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2901ECC
CNPVU6024A(C, TLIA 5 19- 1/8 23- 3/4 19- 3/8 23- 1/8 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2901ECC
CNPVU6124A(C, TL L)IA 5 19- 1/8 23- 3/4 19- 3/8 23- 1/8 3/8 7/8 KCAKC3401ECC
Table 2 - CNRVU Uncased Coil Information
COIL CONNECTION
MODEL NUMBER TONNAGE COIL SIZE (IN.) COLLAR SIZE (IN.) TUBE SIZE (IN.) KIT CASING
Depth Width Depth Width Liquid Suction Model #
CNRVU1814A(T. LA 1-1/2 19- 1/8 12- 1/4 19- 3/8 12- 1/2 3/8 5/8 KCAKC2601ECC
CNRVU2414A(T. LA 2 19- 1/8 12- 5/16 19- 3/8 12- 9/16 3/8 5/8 KCAKC2601ECC
CNRVU2417A(T.L)A 2 19- 1/8 16- 7/8 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 5/8 KCAKC2701ECC
CNRVU3014A(T. LA 2- 1/2 19- 1/8 12- 5/16 19- 3/8 12- 5/8 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2601ECC
CNRVU301 7A(T.LIA 2- 1/2 19- 1/8 16- 7/8 19- 3/8 16- 1/4 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2701ECC
CNRVU361 7A(T.LIA 3 19- 1/8 15- 5/8 19- 3/8 15- 15/16 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2701ECC
CNRVU3621A(T.LIA 3 19- 1/8 20- 1/4 19- 3/8 19- 5/8 3/8 3/4 KCAKC2801ECC
CNRVU4221 A(T. LIA 3- 1/2 19- 1/8 19 19- 3/8 19- 5/16 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2801ECC
CNRVU4821A(T.L)A 4 19- 1/8 19 19- 3/8 19- 5/16 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2801ECC
CNRVU4824A(T, LJA 4 19- 1/8 23- 3/4 19- 3/8 23- 1/8 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2901ECC
CNRVU6024A(T,LJA 5 19- 1/8 22- 5/8 19- 3/8 22- 7/8 3/8 7/8 KCAKC2901ECC
For the 11th digit position in the model number; C = standard copper, L = Aluminum and T = tin- plated copper
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See Table 1 and 2 for dimensions and overhang options. Note
instructions for placement of coil casing on furnace.
For replacement applications using an existing CD5 coil assembly
follow Procedure 3A.
For replacement applications using an existing CK5 coil assembly
follow Procedure 3B.
For replacement applications using an existing uncased A-coil
plenum installation follow Procedure 3C.
For new applications using a KCAKC N-coil kit casing follow
Procedure 3D.
For new applications using a field- fabricated plenum installation
follow Procedure 3E.
Procedure 3 — Installation of Evaporator Coil
4& CAUTION
UNIT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in product or
property damage.
Take precautions to ensure that aluminum tubes do no come
in direct contact or allow for condensate runoff with
dissimilar metal. Dissimilar metals can cause galvanic
corrosion and possible premature failure.
4& CAUTION
CUT HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in personal injury.
Sheet metal parts may have sharp edges or burrs. Use care
and wear appropriate protective clothing and gloves when
handling parts.
3A. Upflow and downflow applications using an existing CD5
coil casing.
1. Remove and keep front access and tubing header panel.
. Remove old A- coil from casing and discard coil.
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. Remove the two internal side channels from existing casing
by removing 4 screws each side (see Fig.3, recommended
procedure). When screws cannot be reached, cut top and
bottom portions of the channels as indicated in Fig. 4.
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Fig. 3 - Channels Removal
Remove this portion
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Remove this portion
Fig. 4 - Channel Cutting
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4. Place the two support rails in the sides of the casing and
the collar as indicated in Fig. 5 & 6.
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Fig. 5 - Support Rails Installation
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Fig. 6 - Collar Installation
IMPORTANT: Insure that collar is level for proper drainage.
5. Slide new N-coil on top of collar. See Fig. 7 & 8.
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Fig. 7 - Uncased N- Coil Installation

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Fig. 8 - Uncased N- Coil & CDS5 Casing
6. Cut new holes for liquid, suction and drain connections in
the existing header panel. Use new header plate supplied
with new coil as template to locate holes. Align bottom of
new header plate to the bottom of the header panel as indic-
ated in Fig. 9.
Align Through
~~ Bottom Hole
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Fig. 9 - Use Header Plate as Template
7, Slide header panel over tubing and condensate pan connec-
tions. Secure fitting panel to casing.
8. Slide new header plate and grommets over tubing and
condensate pan connections and secure it to the header pan-
el to cover up oversized and additional holes. This will
provide an airtight seal and better installation presentation.
See Fig. 10.
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Fig. 10 - Header Plate Installation
9, Reinstall and secure front access panel to casing.
3B. Upflow and downflow applications using an existing CK5
coil casing.
1. Remove and keep front access and tubing header panel.
2. Remove old N- coil from casing and discard coil.
3. Slide new N- coil into casing.
4. Cut holes for liquid, suction and drain connections in the
existing header panel. Use new header plate supplied with
coil as template to locate holes. Align header plate to the
header panel using the upper hole as indicated in Fig. 11.
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Align through
upper hole
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Fig. 11 - Use Header Plate as Template
5. Slide header panel over tubing and condensate pan connec-
tions. Secure fitting panel to casing.
6. Cut bottom portion of header plate, just below the drain
connections, see Fig. 12.
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62 mm Cul this portion
fa approx. 2-5/8"
Fig. 12 - Header Plate Cut- Off
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7, Slide header plate and grommets over tubing and con-
densate pan connections and secure it to the header panel to
cover up oversized and additional holes. This will provide
an airtight seal and better installation presentation (See Fig.
13).
8. Reinstall and secure front access panel to casing.
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Fig. 13 - Uncased N- Coil & CK5 Casing
3C. Upfiow and downflow replacement applications using an
existing plenum with an uncased A- coil.
1. Cut front access of plenum so that old A-coil can be re-
moved.

2. Remove old A-coil from plenum and discard coil.
3. Place collar over furnace flanges inside of plenum (See Fig.
1).
IMPORTANT: Insure that collar is level for proper drainage.
4. Remove front and rear extension air baffles from new
N- coil.
5. Slide new N-coil into plenum.
6. Cut holes for liquid, suction and drain connections in the
existing field-fabricated front access panel of plenum on
fabricated new panel. Use header plate supplied with coil
as template to locate holes.
7, Slide header plate and grommets over tubing and con-
densate pan connections and secure it to the plenum front
access to cover up oversized and additional holes. This will
provide an airtight seal and better installation presentation.
8. Seal all joints to create air tight seal using locally approved
materials.
3D. Upflow and downflow applications using KCAKC N- coil
casing. See Table 1 and 2 for proper kit casing model number
match-up.
1. Remove and keep front access and tubing header panel.
IMPORTANT: Insure that collar is level for proper drainage.
. Slide new N- coil into casing.
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. Cut holes for liquid and suction connections in the existing
header panel. Use header plate supplied with coil as tem-
plate to locate holes. Align header plate to header panel us-
ing the upper hole as indicated in Fig. 11.
4. Slide header panel over tubing and condensate pan connec-
tions. Secure header panel to casing.
5. Cut bottom portion of header plate, just below the drain
connections. See Fig. 12.
6. Slide header plate and grommets over tubing and con-
densate pan connections and secure it to the fitting plate to
cover up oversized and additional holes. This will provide
an airtight seal and better installation presentation.
7. Reinstall and secure front access panel to casing.
3E. Upflow and downflow applications using a new field
fabricated plenum installation.
For uncased N- coil CNPVU/CNRVU width and depth dimensions
See Table 1 and 2. Fabricate plenum accordingly.
1. Mount collar directly on furnace flanges to support the coil.
2. Remove front and rear extension air baffles from new
N- coil.
3. Slide new N- coil into plenum opening.
4, Cut holes for liquid, suction connections in field - fabricated
front plenum panel. Use header plate supplied as template
to locate holes.
5. Cover plenum opening with field- fabricated front plenum
panel.
6. Slide header plate and grommets over tubing and con-
densate pan connections and secure it to the field fabricated
front plenum panel to cover up oversized holes. This will
provide an airtight seal and better installation presentation.
7. Seal all joints to create air tight seal using locally approved
materials.
IMPORTANT: Locate caution label stapled to installation
instructions. Attach to right side of plenum or accessory casing
(See Fig. 14).
( A CAUTION )
AIR CONDITIONING COIL BEHIND THIS
PANEL. DO NOT DRILL OR CUT PANEL
UNTIL COIL LOCATION HAS BEEN
VERIFIED BY REMOVING ACCESS
COVER.
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Fig. 14 - Plenum Caution Label
NOTE: The uncased N- coil features an enclosure to direct airtlow
through the third coil slab.
NOTE: If coil is not being installed in the standard orientation
(front of coil matching front of furnace) then coil must be raised
2-1/4 in. above furnace.
NOTE: Installing coils rotated 90° from the front of the furnace,
in upflow or downflow applications, can cause water blow- off or
coil freeze- up due to the concentration of air on one slab of the coil
or lack of air to a slab in the coil. It is recommended that on this
type of application, a field- supplied adapter be placed between the
coil and furnace to allow air to distribute properly between all slabs
of the coil.
Procedure 4 — Connect Refrigerant Piping
Use accessory tubing package or field-supplied tubing of
refrigerant grade. Suction tube must be insulated. Do not use
damaged, dirty, or contaminated tubing because it may plug
refrigerant flow- control device. ALWAYS evacuate the coil and
fieid- supplied tubing before opening outdoor unit service valves.
Procedure 5 — Connect Refrigerant Liquid and
Suction Lines
For matched and mismatched systems, use line sizes recommended
in outdoor unit Installation Instructions.
The coil can be connected to outdoor units using accessory tubing
packages or field-supplied tubing of refrigerant grade. Always
evacuate tubing and reclaim refrigerant when making connections
or flaring tubing. Leak check connections before insulating entire
suction line.
SUCTION LINE
Suction line is designed for field sweat connection. Line is plugged
to keep out moisture and dirt. Remove these plugs only when
ready to make connection.
See Table 1 and 2 for coil connection tube size.
PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in product or property
damage.
To avoid damage to the refrigerant control device while
brazing, wrap tubing or fittings with a heat-sinking material
such as a wet cloth.

1. Remove header plate.
bo . Remove rubber plugs from coil stubs using a pulling and
twisting motion. Hold coil stubs steady to avoid bending or
distorting.
3. Wrap TXV and nearby tubing with a heat sinking material
such as a wet cloth.
4. Fit refrigerant lines into coil stubs. Wrap a heat sinking ma-
terial such as a wet cloth behind braze joints.
5. Braze using a Sil- Fos or Phos- copper alloy.
6. After brazing, allow joints to cool. Slide tubing plate with
rubber grommets over joints. Position tubing at center of
each grommet to ensure an air seal around the tube.
REFRIGERANT METERING DEVICE
CNPVU Models:
These coils have a factory- installed hard- shutoff TXV designed
only for use with Puron refrigerant (R-410A). Use only with
outdoor units designed for R- 410A.
CNRVU Models:
These coils have a factory- installed hard- shutoff TXV designed
only for use with R-22 refrigerant. Use only with outdoor units
designed for R- 22.
NOTE: ALL TXVs HAVE PRESET SUPERHEAT SETTINGS
AND ARE FIELD NON- ADJUSTABLE.
Procedure 6 — Condensate Drain Line
Connection
4& CAUTION
PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in property damage.
When installing over a finished ceiling and/or living area,
install a field- fabricated secondary condensate pan under the
entire unit.
The coil is designed to dispose of accumulated water through
built-in condensate drain fittings. It is recommended that PVC
fittings be used on the condensate pan. Do not over- tighten. Finger
tighten plus 1-1/2 turns. Be sure to install plastic plug in unused
condensate drain fitting. Two 3/4-in. female threaded pipe
connections are provided in each coil condensate pan.
A trap is not necessary on the condensate line. Consult local codes
for additional restrictions or precautions. If local codes require a
trap then the following guidelines are suggested to assure proper
drainage. Install a trap in condensate line of coil as close to the coil
as possible. Make trap at least 3 in. (76 mm) deep and no higher
than the bottom of unit condensate drain opening (See Fig. 15).
Pitch condensate line 1 in. (25.4 mm) for every 10 ft. of length to
an open drain or sump. Make sure that the outlet of each trap is
below its connection to condensate pan to prevent condensate from
overflowing the drain pan. Prime all traps, test for leaks, and
insulate traps and lines if located above a living area.
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Fig. 15 - Condensate Trap
NOTE: If unit is located in or above a living space, where damage
may result from condensate overflow, a field- supplied, external
condensate pan should be installed underneath the entire unit, and a
secondary condensate line (with appropriate trap) should be run
from the unit into the pan. Any condensate in this external
condensate pan should be drained to a noticeable place. As an
alternative to using an external condensate pan, some localities
may allow the running of a separate 3/4-in. (19 mm) condensate
line (with appropriate trap) per local code to a place where the
condensate will be noticeable. The owner of the structure must be
informed that when condensate flows from secondary drain or
external condensate pan, the unit requires servicing or water
damage will occur. To further protect against water damage, install
a float switch to shut the unit off if the water in the secondary pan
gets too high.
NOTE: To avoid drainage problems, test the primary drain line by
slowly pouring water into the pan. Check piping for leaks and
proper condensate drainage. Using the secondary drain as
explained in the previous note provides further protection against
overflow due to a clogged primary drain.
NOTE: In applications where return air humidity levels stay at
70% or above for a prolonged period of time, condensation can
form on the bottom of pan and drip.
WASTE LINE CONNECTION
If the condensate line is to be connected to a waste (sewer) line, an
open trap must be installed ahead of the waste line to prevent
escape of sewer gases (See Fig. 16 ).
Air Gap Above
Liquid Level
Condensate
Line
Trap
Sewer Line
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Fig. 16 - Condensate Drain to Waste Line

4. WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury
or death.
Provide trap with air gap in drain line when connecting to
waste (sewer) line.
Procedure 7 — Humidifier Application
When installing a humidifier in a system which contains an N- coil,
consideration must be given to location of coil slabs. (See Fig. 17.)
1. Care must be taken to prevent damage of N- coil when at-
taching humidifier to coil casing or plenum.
bo . These models are shipped with a Caution Label (see Fig.
14) to be applied to plenum to indicate slab location. When
these coils are removed from their casing and applied dir-
ectly into the plenum, affix this Caution Label to the right
side of the plenum enclosure. This is needed only in cases
where the humidifier is not installed with original equip-
ment. Label will alert future service and installation techni-
cians about coil slab location.
3. Ensure that humidifier has adequate airflow.
Supply
Evaporator
N- Coil
Upflow
Furnace
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Fig. 17 - Installation of Humidifier in System with N- Coil
Copyright 2012 CAC / BDP ® 7310 W. Morris St. @ Indianapolis, IN 46231 Edition Date: 10/12
Catalog No: IM- CNPVU- 07
Manufacturer reserves the right to change, at any time, specifications and designs without notice and without obligations. Replaces: IM- CNPVU- 06