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7.1 Condensate Drain Tubing
Consult local codes for specific requirements.
Fig.7-2 CONDENSATE DRAIN TRAP
CONDENSATE DRAIN TRAP
3"
3"
UNIT
TO APPROVED DRAIN
DO NOT OPERATE UNIT
WITHOUT CONDENSATE
DRAIN TRAP.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN DRAIN
FITTING TOWARD DRAIN
CONNECTION UNIT MUST BE
SLIGHTLY INCLINED
IMPORTANT:
1. When making drain fitting connections to the drain
pan, use a thin layer of Teflon paste, silicone or Teflon
tape and install, hand tighten.
2. When making drain fitting connections to drain pan,
do not overtighten. Over tightening fittings can split pipe
connections on the drain pan.
Install drain lines so they do not block service
access to front of the unit. Minimum clearance of 24
inches is required for filter, coil or blower removal
and service access.
Make sure unit is level or pitched slightly toward
primary drain connection so that water will drain
completely from the pan. (See Fig.7-2)
Do not reduce drain line size less than connection
size provided on condensate drain pan. Use 3/4
"
PVC piping for drain piping connections.
All drain lines must be pitched downward away from
the unit a minimum of 1/8
"
per foot of line to ensure
proper drainage.
Do not connect condensate drain line to a closed or
open sewer pipe. Run condensate to an open drain
or run line to a safe outdoor area.
The drain line should be insulated where necessary
to prevent sweating and damage due to condensate
forming on the outside surface of the line.
Make provisions for disconnecting and cleaning of
the primary drain line should it become necessary.
Install a 3 inch trap in the primary drain line as close
to the unit as possible. Make sure that the top of the
trap is below connection to the drain pan to allow
complete drainage of pan. (See Fig. 7-2).
Auxiliary drain line should be run to a place where it
will be noticeable if it becomes operational.
Homeowner should be warned that a problem
exists if water should begin running from the
auxiliary drain line.
Plug the unused drain connection with the plugs
provided in the parts bag, using a thin layer of teflon
paste, silicone or teflon tape to form a water tight
seal.
Test condensate drain pan and drain line after
installation is complete. Pour water into drain pan,
enough to fill drain trap and line. Check to make
sure drain pan is draining completely, no leaks are
found in drain line fittings, and water is draining
from the termination of the primary drain line.
Be sure to insulate the drain piping and drain
socket since condensation may cause water
leakage.
Be sure to install a drain trap at the drain outlet
since the inside of the unit is at negative pressure
relative to atmospheric pressure during operation.
8. AIR FILTER
(Not Factory-Installed)
External filter or other means of filtration is required.
Units should be sized for a maximum of 300 feet/min air
velocity or what is recomm-ended for the type filter
installed.
Filter application and placement are critical to airflow,
which may affect the heating and cooling system
performance. Reduced airflow can shorten the life of the
system’s major components, such as motor, limits,
elements, heat relays, evaporator coil or compressor.
Consequently, we recommend that the return air duct
system have only one filter location. For systems with a
return air filter grill or multiple filter grills, can have a filter
installed at each of the return air openings.
If adding high efficiency filters or electronic air filtration
systems, it is very important that the air flow is not
reduced. If air flow is reduced the overall performance
and efficiency of the unit will be reduced. It is strongly
recommended that a professional installation technician
is contacted to ensure installation of these such filtration
systems are installed correctly.
IMPORTANT: Do not double filter the return air duct
system. Do not filter the supply air duct system. This will
change the performance of the unit and reduce airflow.
WARNING
Do not operate the system without filters. A
portion of the dust entrained in the air may
temporarily lodge in the duct and run at the
supply registers. Any circulated dust particles
could be heated and charred by contact with the
air handler elements. This residue could soil
ceilings, walls, drapes, carpets and other articles
in the house.
Soot damage may occur with filters in place,
when certain types of candles, oil lamps or
standing pilots are burned.