International comfort products R9MSB0801716 User manual

Printed in U.S.A. 440 01 6001 05 8/15/2017
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Single−Stage, PSC Blower Motor
35” Tall, High Efficiency Condensing Gas Furnace
R9MSB0801716 (A Series Only)
R9MSB (All B Series)
These instructions must be read and understood completely before attempting installation.
Safety Labeling and Signal Words
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE
The signal words DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION,and NOTE are used to identify levels of
hazard seriousness. The signal word DANGER is
only used on product labels to signify an immediate
hazard. The signal words WARNING, CAUTION,
and NOTE will be used on product labels and
throughout this manual and other manual that may
apply to the product.
DANGER −Immediate hazards which will result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING −Hazards or unsafe practices which
could result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION −Hazards or unsafe practices which
may result in minor personal injury or product or
property damage.
NOTE −Used to highlight suggestions which will
result in enhanced installation, reliability, or
operation.
!WARNING
Signal Words in Manuals
The signal word CAUTION is used throughout
this manual in the following manner:
!CAUTION
Signal Words on Product Labeling
Signal words are used in combination with
colors and/or pictures or product labels.
The signal word WARNING is used throughout
this manual in the following manner:
Safety−alert symbol
When you see this symbol on the unit and in
instructions or manuals, be alert to the
potential for personal injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 3.......................
INTRODUCTION 4..................................
CODES AND STANDARDS 4.........................
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PRECAUTIONS
PROCEDURE 5....................................
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE 5........
DIMENSIONAL DRAWING 6.........................
GENERAL 8........................................
LOCATION 8.......................................
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION 9.........
MINIMUM FREE AREA REQUIRED 11.................
MINIMUM SPACE VOLUMES 11.......................
CONDENSATE TRAP 12.............................
INSTALLATION 21...................................
FILTER AND RETURN DUCT SIZING 23...............
AIR DUCTS 30......................................
GAS PIPING 30......................................
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 32......................
J−BOX INSTALLATION 33............................
VENTING 37........................................
SPECIAL VENTING REQUIREMENTS
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN CANADA 37.................
VENTING SYSTEMS 38..............................
INSTALLING THE VENT TERMINATION 47.............
VENTING SYSTEM LENGTH CALCULATIONS 51.......
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manufacturer’s participation in the program.
For verification of certification for individual
products, go to www.ahridirectory.org .
INSTALLER: Affix these instructions on or adjacent to the
furnace.
CONSUMER: Retain these instructions for future
reference.
Portions of the text and tables are reprinted from NFPA 54 /ANSI Z223.1−2012, with permission of National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269 and American Gas Association, Washington, DC
20001. This reprinted material is not the complete and official position of the NFPA or ANSI, on the referenced subject, which is represented only by the standard in its entirety.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Required Notice for Massachusetts Installations
Important
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires compliance with regulation 248 CMR as follows:
5.08: Modifications to NFPA−54, Chapter 10
2) Revise 10.8.3 by adding the following additional requirements:
(a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential
purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet
above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied:
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the
installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back−up is installed on the floor
level where the gas equipment is to be installed. in addition, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery operated or hard wired
carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall
horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of qualified license professionals
for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon
monoxide detector with alarm and battery back−up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of
thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirement; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions shall
comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.
3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet
above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall
read, in print size no less than one−half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
4. INSPECTION. The state of local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation unless,
upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR
5.08(2)(a) 1 through 4.
(b) EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a) 1 through 4:
1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the
Board; and
2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or
structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.
(c) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS −GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall
horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the instructions provided by
the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include:
1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and
2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.
(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS −GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side
wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the flue gases, but identifies “special venting systems”, the
following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:
1. The referenced “special venting system” instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and
2. The “special venting systems” shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and detailed
installation instructions.
(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists
for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation.
For questions regarding these requirements, please contact the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas
Fitters, 239 Causeway Street, Boston, MA 02114. 617−727−9952

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Specifications subject to change without notice.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
FIRE, EXPLOSION, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in
dangerous operation, personal injury, death, or
property damage.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service, maintenance, or use can cause carbon
monoxide poisoning, explosion, fire, electrical
shock, or other conditions which may cause
personal injury or property damage. Consult a
qualified service agency, local gas supplier, or your
distributor or branch for information or assistance.
The qualified service agency must use only
factory−authorized and listed kits or accessories
when modifying this product.
!WARNING
!WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury, death, or property damage.
Solvent cements and primers are combustible. Keep
away from heat, sparks and open flame. Use only in
well−ventilated areas. Avoid breathing in vapor or
allowing contact with skin or eyes.
FURNACE RELIABILITY HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in unit
component damage.
Application of this furnace should be indoors with
special attention given to vent sizing and material, gas
input rate, air temperature rise, unit leveling, and unit
sizing.
CAUTION
!
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.
Installing and servicing heating equipment can be hazardous
due to gas and electrical components. Only trained and
qualified personnel should install, repair, or service
heating equipment. Untrained personnel can perform basic
maintenance functions such as cleaning and replacing air
filters. All other operations must be performed by trained
service personnel. When working on heating equipment,
observe precautions in literature, on tags, and on labels
attached to or shipped with furnace and other safety
precautions that may apply.
These instructions cover minimum requirements and conform
to existing national standards and safety codes. In some
instances, these instructions exceed certain local codes and
ordinances, especially those that may not have kept up with
changing residential construction practices. We require these
instructions as a minimum for a safe installation.
Follow all safety codes. Wear safety glasses, protective
clothing, and work gloves. Have a fire extinguisher available.
Read these instructions thoroughly and follow all warnings or
cautions included in literature and attached to the unit.
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,
safety glasses and gloves when handling parts, and
servicing furnaces.
CAUTION
!
This is the safety−alert symbol . When you see this symbol
on the furnace and in instructions or manuals, be alert to the
potential for personal injury.
Understand the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION. 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 a
hazard which could result in personal injury or death.
CAUTION is used to identify hazards which may result in minor
personal injury or product and property damage. NOTE and
NOTICE are used to highlight suggestions which will result in
enhanced installation, reliability, or operation.
1. Use only with type of gas approved for this furnace.
Refer to the furnace rating plate.
2. Install this furnace only in a location and position as
specified in the “Location” section of these instructions.
3. Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air to the
furnace space as specified in “Air for Combustion and
Ventilation” section.
4. Combustion products must be discharged outdoors.
Connect this furnace to an approved vent system only,
as specified in the “Venting” section of these instructions.
5. Never test for gas leaks with an open flame. Use a
commercially available soap solution made specifically
for the detection of leaks to check all connections, as
specified in the “Gas Piping” section.
6. Always install furnace to operate within the furnace’s
intended temperature−rise range with a duct system
which has an external static pressure within the
allowable range, as specified in the “Start−Up,
Adjustments, and Safety Check” section. See furnace
rating plate.
7. When a furnace is installed so that supply ducts carry air
circulated by the furnace to areas outside the space
containing the furnace, the return air shall also be
handled by duct(s) sealed to the furnace casing and
terminating outside the space containing the furnace.
See “Air Ducts” section.
8. A gas−fired furnace for installation in a residential garage
must be installed as specified in the warning box in the
“Location” section.
9. The furnace may be used for construction heat provided
that the furnace installation and operation complies with
the first CAUTION in the LOCATION section of these
instructions.
10. These Multipoise Gas−Fired Furnaces are CSA
design−certified for use with natural and propane gases
(see furnace rating plate) and for installation in alcoves,
attics, basements, closets, utility rooms, crawlspaces,
and garages. The furnace is factory−shipped for use with
natural gas. A CSA (A.G.A. and C.G.A.) listed accessory
gas conversion kit is required to convert furnace for use
with propane gas.

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11. See Table 2 for required clearances to combustible
construction.
12. Maintain a 1−in. (25 mm) clearance from combustible
materials to supply air ductwork for a distance of 36 in.
(914 mm) horizontally from the furnace. See NFPA 90B
or local code for further requirements.
13. These furnaces SHALL NOT be installed directly on
carpeting, combustible tile, or any other combustible
material other than wood flooring. In downflow
installations, factory accessory floor base MUST be used
when installed on combustible materials and wood
flooring. Special base is not required when this furnace is
installed on manufacturer’s Coil Assembly or when Coil
Box is used. See Table 2 for clearance to combustible
construction information.
NOTICE
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION AND START−UP
PROCEDURES
Failure to follow this procedure may result in a nuisance smoke
or odor complaint.
The manifold pressure, gas rate by meter clocking, temperature
rise and operation must be checked after installation. Minor
smoke and odor may be present temporarily after start−up from
the manufacturing process. Some occupants are more
sensitive to this minor smoke and odor. It is recommended that
doors and windows be open during the first heat cycle.
INTRODUCTION
This 4−way multipoise Category IV condensing furnace is CSA
design−certified as a direct vent (2-pipe) or non-direct vent
(1-pipe) furnace. (See Figure 2.) The furnace is
factory−shipped for use with natural gas. The furnace can be
converted in the field for use with propane gas when a
factory-supplied conversion kit is used. Refer to the furnace
rating plate for conversion kit information.
This furnace is approved for installation in a mobile home when
a factory-supplied accessory mobile home conversion kit is
used. The conversion kit is required for use with both natural
and propane gas. The furnace must also be installed on a
factory-supplied accessory combustible floor base or
evaporator coil casing.
This furnace is designed for minimum continuous return−air
temperature of 60_F (15_C) db or intermittent operation down
to 55_F (13_C) db such as when used with a night setback
thermostat. Return-air temperature must not exceed 80_F
(27_C) db. Failure to follow these return-air temperature limits
may affect reliability of heat exchangers, motors, and controls.
(See Figure 3).
The furnace should be sized to provide 100 percent of the
design heating load requirement plus any margin that occurs
because of furnace model size capacity increments. None of
the furnace model sizes can be used if the heating load is
20,000 BTU or lower. Use Air Conditioning Contractors of
America (Manual J and S); American Society of Heating,
Refrigerating, and Air−Conditioning Engineers; or other
approved engineering method to calculate heating load
estimates and select the furnace. Excessive oversizing of the
furnace may cause the furnace and/or vent to fail prematurely,
customer discomfort and/or vent freezing.
Failure to follow these guidelines is considered faulty
installation and/or misapplication of the furnace; and resulting
failure, damage, or repairs may impact warranty coverage.
For accessory installation details, refer to the applicable
instruction literature.
NOTE: Remove all shipping materials, loose parts bag, and
literature before operating the furnace. (See Table 1).
CODES AND STANDARDS
Follow all national and local codes and standards in
addition to these instructions. The installation must comply
with regulations of the serving gas supplier, local building,
heating, plumbing, and other codes. In absence of local codes,
the installation must comply with the national codes listed
below and all authorities having jurisdiction.
In the United States and Canada, follow all codes and
standards for the following:
Safety
SUS: Current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code
(NFGC) NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 and the Installation
Standards, Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning
Systems ANSI/NFPA 90B
SA manufactured (Mobile) home installation must
conform with the Manufactured Home Construction
and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or
when this standard is not applicable, the Standard for
Manufactured Home Installation (Manufactured Home
Sites, Communities, and Set-Ups), ANSI/NCS A225.1,
and/or CAN/CSA-Z240, MH Series Mobile Homes
SCANADA: Current edition of the National Standard of
Canada, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code
(NSCNGPIC) CAN/CSA B149.1
General Installation
SUS: Current edition of the NFGC and the NFPA 90B.
For copies, contact the National Fire Protection
Association Inc., Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269; or for only the NFGC contact the American
Gas Association, 400 N. Capitol, N.W., Washington
DC 20001
SCANADA: Current edition of the NSCNGPIC. For a
copy, contact Standard Sales, CSA International, 178
Rexdale Boulevard, Etobicoke (Toronto), Ontario,
M9W 1R3, Canada
Combustion and Ventilation Air
SUS: Current edition of Section 9.3 of the
NFPA54/ANSI Z223.1 Air for Combustion
and Ventilation
SCANADA: Current edition of Part 8 of the CAN/CSA
B149.1, Venting Systems and Air Supply for
Appliances
Duct Systems
SUS and CANADA: Current edition of the 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).
Acoustical Lining and Fibrous Glass
Duct
SUS and CANADA: Current edition of the SMACNA,
NFPA 90B as tested by UL Standard 181 for Class I
Rigid Air Ducts
Gas Piping and Gas Pipe Pressure
Testing
SUS: Current edition of the NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1
NFGC; Chapters 5, 6, 7, and 8 and national plumbing
codes.
CANADA: Current edition of the CAN/CSA−B149.1,
Parts 4, 5, 6, and 9.

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Specifications subject to change without notice.
In the state of Massachusetts:
SThis product must be installed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter.
SWhen flexible connectors are used, the maximum
length shall not exceed 36 in. (914 mm).
SWhen lever type gas shutoffs are used they shall be
T−handle type.
SThe use of copper tubing for gas piping is not
approved by the state of Massachusetts.
Electrical Connections
SUS: Current edition of the National Electrical Code
(NEC) NFPA 70
SCANADA: Current edition of the Canadian Electrical
Code CSA C22.1
Condensate Drain Connection
US: Current edition of the National Standard Plumbing
Code, Section 8.7.
Canada: Current edition of the National Plumbing Code of
Canada
IMPORTANT: Gas furnaces manufactured on or after
May 1, 2017 are not permitted to be used in Canada for
heating of buildings or structures under construction.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
(ESD) PRECAUTIONS
PROCEDURE
FURNACE RELIABILITY HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in unit
component damage.
Electrostatic discharge can affect electronic
components. Take precautions during furnace
installation and servicing to protect the furnace
electronic control. Precautions will prevent
electrostatic discharges from personnel and hand
tools which are held during the procedure. These
precautions will help to avoid exposing the control to
electrostatic discharge by putting the furnace, the
control, and the person at the same electrostatic
potential.
CAUTION
!
1. Disconnect all power to the furnace. Multiple disconnects
may be required. DO NOT TOUCH THE CONTROL OR
ANY WIRE CONNECTED TO THE CONTROL PRIOR
TO DISCHARGING YOUR BODY’S ELECTROSTATIC
CHARGE TO GROUND.
2. Firmly touch the clean, unpainted, metal surface of the
furnace chassis which is close to the control. Tools held
in a person’s hand during grounding will be satisfactorily
discharged.
3. After touching the chassis, you may proceed to service
the control or connecting wires as long as you do nothing
to recharge your body with static electricity (for example;
DO NOT move or shuffle your feet, do not touch
ungrounded objects, etc.).
4. If you touch ungrounded objects (and recharge your
body with static electricity), firmly touch a clean,
unpainted metal surface of the furnace again before
touching control or wires.
5. Use this procedure for installed and uninstalled
(ungrounded) furnaces.
6. Before removing a new control from its container,
discharge your body’s electrostatic charge to ground to
protect the control from damage. If the control is to be
installed in a furnace, follow items 1 through 4 before
bringing the control or yourself in contact with the
furnace. Put all used and new controls into containers
before touching ungrounded objects.
7. An ESD service kit (available from commercial sources)
may also be used to prevent ESD damage.
ACCESSORIES
See Specification Sheet for a list of accessories for this
product.
Table 1 – Factory−Supplied Installation Parts
DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
Air Intake Pipe Flange 1
Vent Pipe Flange 1
Pipe Flange Gaskets 2
Sharp Tip Screws (Vent and Inlet Flanges) 10
Vent Pipe Coupling 1
Vent Pipe Coupling Clamps 2
Pressure Switch Tube 1
Rubber Drain Elbow 1
Drain Elbow Clamps 4
1/2-in. CPVC to 3/4-in. PVC Pipe Adapter 1
Gas Line Grommet 1
Junction Box Cover 1
Junction Box Base 1
Green Ground Screw 1
Blunt Tip Screws (Junction Box) 3
Thermostat Wire Grommet 1
Drain Extension Tube (Z-pipe)
(Provided separately in furnace) 1
Table 2 – Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials
for All Units
POSITION CLEARANCE
REAR 0
FRONT (Combustion air openings
in furnace and in structure) 1 in. (25 mm)
Recommended for service *24 in. (610 mm)
All Sides of Supply Plenum *1 in. (25 mm)
Sides 0
Vent 0
Top of Furnace 1 in. (25 mm)
*Consult local building codes

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SD5060−4 Rev F
FURNACE SIZE
A B C D SHIP WT.
LB (KG)
CABINET
WIDTH OUTLET WIDTH BOTTOM INLET WIDTH AIR INTAKE
0601716B 17−1/2 (445) 15−7/8 (403) 16 (406) 8−3/4 (222) 144 (65)
0801716A 21 (533) 19−3/8 (492) 19−1/2 (495) 10−1/2 (267) 162 (73)
0801716B 21 (533) 19−3/8 (492) 19−1/2 (495) 10−1/2 (267) 162 (73)
1002120B 21 (533) 19−3/8 (492) 19−1/2 (495) 10−1/2 (267) 169 (76)
1202420B 24−1/2 (622) 22−7/8 (581) 23 (584) 12−1/4 (311) 186 (84)
Figure 1 −Dimensional Drawing

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THE BLOWER IS LOCATED
TO THE RIGHT OF THE
BURNER SECTION, AND
CONDITIONED AIR IS
DISCHARGED TO THE LEFT.
THE BLOWER IS
LOCATED BELOW THE
BURNER SECTION, AND
CONDITIONED AIR IS
DISCHARGED UPWARD.
THE BLOWER IS
LOCATED ABOVE THE
BURNER SECTION, AND
CONDITIONED AIR IS
DISCHARGED DOWNWARD.
THE BLOWER IS
LOCATED TO THE LEFT
OF THE BURNER SECTION,
AND CONDITIONED AIR IS
DISCHARGED TO THE RIGHT.
L12F010
Figure 2 −Multipoise Orientations
60
80 / 27˚C
/ 16˚C
SUPPLY AIR
SEE PRODUCT DATA FOR
ACCESSORY CONDENSATE
TRAP HEATER AND CONDENSATE
DRAIN LINE PROTECTION.
A150573
Figure 3 −Freeze Protection and Return Air Temperature
BACK POSI-
TIONED DOWN-
WARD
AIR
RE-
TURN
CUT IN
BACK
BACK POSI-
TIONED UPWARD
L12F011
Figure 4 −Prohibited Installations
18-IN. (457.2 mm)
MINIMUM TO BURNERS
A93044
Figure 5 −Installation in a Garage

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General
These furnaces are shipped with materials to assist in proper
furnace installation. These materials are shipped in the main
blower compartment.
See Table 1 for loose parts bag contents.
This furnace must:
Sbe installed so the electrical components are
protected from water.
Snot be installed directly on any combustible material
other than wood flooring (refer to SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS).
Sbe located close to the chimney or vent and attached
to an air distribution system. Refer to Air Ducts
section.
Sbe provided ample space for servicing and cleaning.
Always comply with minimum fire protection
clearances shown in Table 2 or on the furnace
clearance to combustible construction label.
LOCATION
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE HAZARD
Improper use or installation of this furnace may result
in premature furnace component failure. Unless
otherwise prohibited, this gas furnace may be used
for heating buildings under construction provided that:
−The furnace is permanently installed with all
electrical wiring, piping, venting and ducting installed
according to these installation instructions. A return
air duct is provided, sealed to the furnace casing, and
terminated outside the space containing the furnace.
This prevents a negative pressure condition as
created by the circulating air blower, causing a flame
rollout and/or drawing combustion products into the
structure.
−The furnace is controlled by a thermostat. It may not
be “hot wired” to provide heat continuously to the
structure without thermostatic control.
−Clean outside air is provided for combustion. This is
to minimize the corrosive effects of adhesives,
sealers and other construction materials. It also
prevents the entrainment of drywall dust into
combustion air, which can cause fouling and plugging
of furnace components.
−The temperature of the return air to the furnace is
maintained between 55_F (13_C) and 80_F (27_C),
with no evening setback or shutdown. The use of the
furnace while the structure is under construction is
deemed to be intermittent operation per our
installation instructions.
−The air temperature rise is within the rated rise
range on the furnace rating plate, and the gas input
rate has been set to the nameplate value.
−The filters used to clean the circulating air during the
construction process must be either changed or
thoroughly cleaned prior to occupancy.
−The furnace, ductwork and filters are cleaned as
necessary to remove drywall dust and construction
debris from all HVAC system components after
construction is completed.
−Verify proper furnace operating conditions including
ignition, gas input rate, air temperature rise, and
venting according to these installation instructions.
CAUTION
!
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING /
COMPONENT DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury or death and unit component damage.
Corrosive or contaminated air may cause failure of
parts containing flue gas, which could leak into the
living space. Air for combustion must not be
contaminated by halogen compounds, which include
fluoride, chloride, bromide, and iodide. These
elements can corrode heat exchangers and shorten
furnace life. Air contaminants are found in aerosol
sprays, detergents, bleaches, cleaning solvents,
salts, air fresheners, and other household products.
Do not install furnace in a corrosive or contaminated
atmosphere. Make sure all combustion and
circulating air requirements are met, in addition to all
local codes and ordinances.
!WARNING
The following types of furnace installations may require
OUTDOOR AIR for combustion due to chemical exposures:
SCommercial buildings
SBuildings with indoor pools
SLaundry rooms
SHobby or craft rooms
SChemical storage areas
If air is exposed to the following substances, it should not be
used for combustion air, and outdoor air may be required for
combustion:
SPermanent wave solutions
SChlorinated waxes and cleaners
SChlorine based swimming pool chemicals
SWater softening chemicals
SDe−icing salts or chemicals
SCarbon tetrachloride
SHalogen type refrigerants
SCleaning solvents (such as perchloroethylene)
SPrinting inks, paint removers, varnishes, etc.
SHydrochloric acid
SCements and glues
SAntistatic fabric softeners for clothes dryers
SMasonry acid washing materials
All fuel−burning equipment must be supplied with air for fuel
combustion. Sufficient air must be provided to avoid negative
pressure in the equipment room or space. A positive seal must
be made between the furnace cabinet and the return−air duct
to prevent pulling air from the burner area.
FIRE, INJURY OR DEATH HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury, death and/or property damage.
When the furnace is installed in a residential garage,
the burners and ignition sources must be located at
least 18 in. (457 mm) above the floor. The furnace
must be located or protected to avoid damage by
vehicles. When the furnace is installed in a public
garage, airplane hanger, or other building having a
hazardous atmosphere, the furnace must be
installed in accordance with current edition of the
NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 or CAN/CSA B149.2. (See
Figure 5.)
!WARNING

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FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in
personal injury, death and/or property damage.
Do not install the furnace on its back or hang
furnace with control compartment facing
downward. Safety control operation will be
adversely affected. Never connect return−air ducts
to the back of the furnace. (See Figure 4.)
!WARNING
Location Relative to Cooling Equipment
The cooling coil must be installed parallel with, or on the
downstream side of the unit to avoid condensation in the heat
exchangers. When installed parallel with the furnace, dampers
or other flow control must prevent chilled air from entering the
furnace. If the dampers are manually operated, they must be
equipped with means to prevent operation of either unit unless
the damper is in the full−heat or full−cool position.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
Introduction
Direct Vent (2−pipe) Applications
When the furnace is installed as a direct vent (2-pipe) furnace,
no special provisions for air for combustion are required.
However, other gas appliances installed in the space with the
furnace may require outside air for combustion. Follow the
guidelines below to insure that other gas appliances have
sufficient air for combustion.
Non−Direct Vent (1−pipe) Applications
When the furnace is installed as a non-direct vent (1-pipe)
furnace, it will be necessary to insure there is adequate air for
combustion. Other gas appliances installed with the furnace
may also require air for combustion and ventilation in addition
to the amount of combustion air and ventilation air required for
the furnace. Follow the guidelines below to insure that the
furnace and other gas appliances have sufficient air for
combustion.
Ventilated Combustion Air Applications
When the furnace is installed using the ventilated combustion
air option, the attic or crawlspace must freely communicate with
the outdoor to provide sufficient air for combustion. The
combustion air pipe cannot be terminated in attics or
crawlspaces that use ventilation fans designed to operate
during the heating season. If ventilation fans are present in
these areas, the combustion air pipe must terminate outdoors
as a Direct Vent/ 2-Pipe system.
All air for combustion is piped directly to the furnace from a
space that is well ventilated with outdoor air (such as an attic,
crawlspace, or equipment closet) and the space is well isolated
from the living space or garage. In addition, other gas
appliances installed in the space with the furnace may require
outside air for combustion. Follow the guidelines below to
insure that the roof or crawlspace walls have sufficient free
area to provide sufficient air for combustion and ventilation for
the furnaces. The guidelines below can be used to insure that
other gas appliances have sufficient air for combustion.
Provisions for adequate combustion, ventilation, and dilution air
must be provided in accordance with:
SU.S.A. Installations: Current edition of Section 9.3 of
the NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1, Air for Combustion and
Ventilation and applicable provisions of the local
building codes.
SCanada: Current edition of Part 8 of the
CAN/CSA−B149.1, Venting Systems and Air Supply
for Appliances.
FURNACE CORROSION HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in furnace
damage.
Air for combustion must not be contaminated by
halogen compounds, which include fluoride,
chloride, bromide, and iodide. These elements can
corrode heat exchangers and shorten furnace life.
Air contaminants are found in aerosol sprays,
detergents, bleaches, cleaning solvents, salts, air
fresheners, and other household products.
CAUTION
!
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in
personal injury or death.
The operation of exhaust fans, kitchen ventilation
fans, clothes dryers, attic exhaust fans or fireplaces
could create a NEGATIVE PRESSURE
CONDITION at the furnace. Make−up air MUST be
provided for the ventilation devices, in addition to
that required by the furnace. Refer to the Carbon
Monoxide Poisoning Hazard warning in the venting
section of these instructions to determine if an
adequate amount of make−up air is available.
!WARNING
The requirements for combustion and ventilation air depend
upon whether or not the furnace is located in a space having a
volume of at least 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btuh input rating for
all gas appliances installed in the space.
SSpaces having less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btuh
(4.8 cubic meters per kW) require the Outdoor
Combustion Air Method.
SSpaces having at least 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btuh
(4.8 cubic meters per kW) may use the Indoor
Combustion Air, Standard or Known Air Infiltration
Method.
Outdoor Combustion Air Method
1. Provide the space with sufficient air for proper
combustion, ventilation, and dilution of flue gases using
permanent horizontal or vertical duct(s) or opening(s)
directly communicating with the outdoors or spaces that
freely communicate with the outdoors.
2. Figure 6 illustrates how to provide TWO OUTDOOR
OPENINGS, one inlet and one outlet combustion and
ventilation air opening, to the outdoors.
a. One opening MUST commence within 12 in. (300
mm) of the ceiling and the second opening MUST
commence within 12 in. (300 mm) of the floor.
b. Size openings and ducts per Figure 6 and Table 3.
c. TWO HORIZONTAL DUCTS require 1 sq. in. (645
sq. mm) of free area per 2,000 Btuh (1,100 mm2/kW)

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of combined input for all gas appliances in the space
per Figure 6 and Table 3.
d. TWO OPENINGS OR VERTICAL DUCTS require 1
sq. in. (645 sq. mm) of free area per 4,000 Btuh (550
mm2/kW) for combined input of all gas appliances in
the space per Figure 6 and Table 3.
3. ONE OUTDOOR OPENING requires:
a. 1 sq. in. (645 sq. mm) of free area per 3,000 Btuh
(734 mm2/kW) for combined input of all gas
appliances in the space per Figure 6 and Table 3.
b. Not less than the sum of the areas of all vent
connectors in the space.
The opening shall commence within 12 in. (300 mm) of the
ceiling. Appliances in the space shall have clearances of at
least 1 in. (25 mm) from the sides and back and 6 in. (150 mm)
from the front. The opening shall directly communicate with the
outdoors or shall communicate through a vertical or horizontal
duct to the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that freely
communicate with the outdoors.
Indoor Combustion AirENFPA & AGA
Standard and Known−Air−Infiltration Rate
Methods
Indoor air is permitted for combustion, ventilation, and dilution,
if the Standard or Known−Air−Infiltration Method is used.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury or death.
Many homes require air to be supplied from
outdoors for furnace combustion, ventilation, and
dilution of flue gases.
The furnace combustion air supply must be provided
in accordance with this instruction manual.
!WARNING
Standard Method
1. The space has no less volume than 50 cubic feet per
1,000 Btuh of the maximum input ratings for all gas
appliances installed in the space and
2. The air infiltration rate is not known to be less than 0.40
air changes per hour (ACH).
The Known Air Infiltration Rate Method shall be used, if the
infiltration rate is known to be:
1. Less than 0.40 ACH and
2. Equal to or greater than 0.10 ACH
Infiltration rates greater than 0.60 ACH shall not be used. The
minimum required volume of the space varies with the number
of ACH and shall be determined per Table 4 or Equations 1 and
2. Determine the minimum required volume for each appliance
in the space and add the volumes together to get the total
minimum required volume for the space.
Table 4 −Minimum Space Volumes were determined by using
the following equations from the current edition of the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, 9.3.2.2:
1. For other than fan−assisted appliances, such as a draft
hood−equipped water heater:
Volume
Other
=21ft
3
ACH
I
other
1000 Btu/hr
A04002
2. For fan−assisted appliances such as this furnace:
Volume
Fan
=15ft
3
ACH
I
fan
1000 Btu/hr
A04003
If: Iother = combined input of all other than fan−assisted
appliances in Btuh/hr
Ifan = combined input of all fan−assisted appliances in Btuh/hr
ACH = air changes per hour (ACH shall not exceed 0.60.)
The following requirements apply to the Standard Method and
to the Known Air Infiltration Rate Method.
1. Adjoining rooms can be considered part of a space if:
a. There are no closeable doors between rooms.
b. Combining spaces on same floor level. Each opening
shall have free area of at least 1 in.2/1,000 Btuh
(2,000 mm2/kW) of the total input rating of all gas
appliances in the space, but not less than 100 in.2
(0.06 m2). One opening shall commence within 12 in.
(300 mm) of the ceiling and the second opening shall
commence within 12 in. (300 mm) of the floor. The
minimum dimension of air openings shall be at least
3 in. (80 mm). (See Figure 7.)
c. Combining space on different floor levels. The
volumes of spaces on different floor levels shall be
considered as communicating spaces if connected by
one or more permanent openings in doors or floors
having free area of at least 2 in.2/1,000 Btuh (4,400
mm2/kW) of total input rating of all gas appliances.
2. An attic or crawlspace may be considered a space that
freely communicates with the outdoors provided there
are adequate permanent ventilation openings directly to
outdoors having free area of at least 1−in.2/4,000 Btuh of
total input rating for all gas appliances in the space.
3. In spaces that use the Indoor Combustion Air Method,
infiltration should be adequate to provide air for
combustion, permanent ventilation and dilution of flue
gases. However, in buildings with unusually tight
construction, additional air MUST be provided using the
methods described in the Outdoor Combustion Air
Method section.
4. Unusually tight construction is defined as Construction
with:
a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outdoors have a
continuous, sealed vapor barrier. Openings are
gasketed or sealed and
b. Doors and openable windows are weatherstripped
and
c. Other openings are caulked or sealed. These include
joints around window and door frames, between sole
plates and floors, between wall−ceiling joints,
between wall panels, at penetrations for plumbing,
electrical and gas lines, etc.
Combination of Indoor and Outdoor Air
1. Indoor openings shall comply with the Indoor
Combustion Air Method below and,
2. Outdoor openings shall be located as required in the
Outdoor Combustion Air Method mentioned previously
and,
3. Outdoor openings shall be sized as follows:
a. Calculate the Ratio of all Indoor Space volume
divided by required volume for Indoor Combustion
Air Method below.
b. Outdoor opening size reduction Factor is 1 minus the
Ratio in a. above.
c. Minimum size of Outdoor openings shall be the size
required in Outdoor Combustion Air Method above
multiplied by reduction Factor in b. above. The
minimum dimension of air openings shall be not less
than 3 in. (80 mm).

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Table 3 – Minimum Free Area Required for Each Combustion Air Opening or Duct to Outdoors
FURNACE
INPUT
(BTUH)
TWO HORIZONTAL DUCTS
(1 SQ. IN./2,000 BTUH)
(1,100 SQ. MM/KW)
SINGLE DUCT OR OPENING
(1 SQ. IN./3,000 BTUH)
(734 SQ. MM/KW)
TWO OPENINGS OR
VERTICAL DUCTS
(1 SQ. IN./4,000 BTUH)
(550 SQ. MM/KW)
Free Area of
Opening and
Duct
Sq. In (Sq. mm)
Round Duct
In. (mm) Dia
Free Area of
Opening and
Duct
Sq. In (Sq. mm)
Round Duct
In. (mm) Dia
Free Area of
Opening and
Duct
Sq. In (mm)
Round Duct
In. (mm) Dia.
60,000 30 (19355) 6 (152) 20 (13043) 5 (127) 15 (9678) 5 (127)
80,000 40 (25807) 7 (178) 27 (17391) 6 (152) 20 (12904) 5 (127)
100,000 50 (32258) 8 (203) 34 (21739) 7 (178) 25 (16130) 6 (152)
120,000 60 (38709) 9 (229) 40 (26087) 7 (178) 30 (19355) 6 (152)
EXAMPLES: Determining Free Area
FURNACE WATER HEATER TOTAL INPUT
100,000 + 30,000 = (130,000 divided by
4,000) = 32.5 Sq. In. for each two Vertical Ducts or Openings
60,000 + 40,000 = (100,000 divided by
3,000) = 33.3 Sq. In. for each Single Duct or Opening
80,000 + 30,000 = (110,000 divided by
2,000) =55.0 Sq. In. for each two Horizontal Ducts
Table 4 – Minimum Space Volumes for 100% Combustion, Ventilation and Dilution Air from Outdoors
OTHER THAN FAN‐ASSISTED TOTAL
(1,000'S BTUH GAS INPUT RATE)
FAN‐ASSISTED TOTAL
(1,000'S BTUH GAS INPUT RATE)
ACH 30 40 50 40 60 80 100 120 140
Space Volume Ft3(M3)
0.60 1,050 (29.7) 1,400
(39.6)
1,750
(49.5)
1,400
(39.6)
1,500
(42.5)
2,000
(56.6)
2,500
(70.8)
3,000
(84.9)
3,500
(99.1)
0.50 1,260 (35.6) 1,680
(47.5)
2,100
(59.4)
1,680
(47.5)
1,800
(51.0)
2,400
(67.9)
3,000
(84.9)
3,600
(101.9)
4,200
(118.9)
0.40 1,575 (44.5) 2,100
(59.4)
2,625
(74.3)
2,100
(59.4)
2,250
(63.7)
3,000
(84.9)
3,750
(106.1)
4,500
(127.3)
5,250
(148.6)
0.30 2,100 (59.4) 2,800
(79.2)
3,500
(99.1)
2,800
(79.2)
3,000
(84.9)
4,000
(113.2)
5,000
(141.5)
6,000
(169.8)
7,000
(198.1)
0.20 3,150 (89.1) 4,200
(118.9)
5,250
(148.6)
4,200
(118.9)
4,500
(127.3)
6,000
(169.8)
7,500
(212.2)
9,000
(254.6)
10,500
(297.1)
0.10 6,300 (178.0) 8,400
(237.8)
10,500
(297.3)
8,400
(237.8)
9,000
(254.6)
12,000
(339.5)
15,000
(424.4)
18,000
(509.2)
21,000
(594.1)
0.00 NP NP NP NP NP NP NP NP NP
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*Minimum dimensions of 3‐in. (76mm)
NOTE Use any of the following combinations of openings:
A & B, C & D, D & E, F & G
L12F012
Figure 6 −Air for Combustion, Ventilation, and Dilution for
Outdoors
* Minimum opening size is 100 sq in. (64516 sq. mm) with
minimum dimensions of 3‐in. (76mm)
{Minimum of 3‐in. (76mm) when type‐B1 vent is used.
L12F013
Figure 7 −Air for Combustion, Ventilation, and Dilution
from Indoors
CONDENSATE TRAP
Condensate Trap −Upflow Orientation
When the furnace is installed in the upflow position, it is not
necessary to relocate the condensate trap or associated
tubing. Refer to Figure 8 for upflow condensate trap
information. Refer to Condensate Drain section for information
how to install the condensate drain.
Condensate Trap −Downflow
Orientation.
When the furnace is installed in the downflow position, the
condensate trap will be initially located at the upper left corner
of the collector box, as received from the factory. See the top
image in Figure 9. When the furnace is installed in the
downflow orientation, the condensate trap must be relocated
for proper condensate drainage. See the bottom image in
Figure 9.
To Relocate the Condensate Trap:
SOrient the furnace in the downflow position.
SFigure 9 shows the condensate trap and tubing before
and after relocation. Refer to Figure 9 to begin the
trap conversion.
SRefer to Condensate Drain section for information how
to install the condensate drain.
Condensate Trap −Horizontal
Orientation.
When the furnace is installed in the horizontal right position, the
condensate trap will be initially located at the bottom of the
collector box, as received from the factory. See the top image in
Figure 10. When the furnace is installed in the horizontal left
position, the condensate trap will be initially located at the top of
the collector box, as received from the factory. See the top image
in Figure 11. In both cases, the trap must be repositioned on the
collector box for proper condensate drainage. See bottom images
in Figure 10 and Figure 11.
A field−supplied, accessory Horizontal Installation Kit (trap
grommet) is required for all direct−vent horizontal installations
(only). The kit contains a rubber casing grommet designed to seal
between the furnace casing and the condensate trap. (See
Figure 17.)
NOTICE
The field-supplied, accessory horizontal drain trap
grommet is ONLY REQUIRED FOR DIRECT VENT
APPLICATIONS. It is NOT required for applications
using single-pipe or ventilated combustion air venting.
NOTICE
The condensate trap extends below the side of the
casing in the horizontal position. A minimum of 2-in.
(51 mm) of clearance is required between the casing
side and the furnace platform for the trap to extend out
of the casing in the horizontal position. Allow at least
1/4-in. per foot (20mm per meter) of slope down and
away from the furnace in horizontal sections of drain
line.
To Relocate the Condensate Trap:
SRemove the knockout in the casing for the
condensate trap.
SInstall the grommet in the casing when required for
direct−vent horizontal applications.
SOrient the furnace in the desired position.
SAllow for 2 in. (51 mm) of clearance underneath the
furnace for the condensate trap and drain line.
SFigure 10 shows the condensate trap and tubing
before and after relocation in the horizontal right
position.
SFigure 11 shows the condensate trap and tubing
before and after relocation in the horizontal left
position.
SRefer to the appropriate figure to begin the trap
conversion.
SRefer to Condensate Drain section for information how
to install the condensate drain.

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Condensate Trap
Relief Port
Collector Box
Plugs
Pressure Switch
Port
Condensate Trap
Outlet
Condensate Trap
Relief Port
Collector Box
Plug
Vent Elbow
Vent Elbow Clamp
Vent Pipe Clamp
UPFLOW TRAP CONFIGURATION
1 & 2 Stage Units
A11307
Figure 8 −Upflow Trap Configuration
(Appearance may vary)

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Remove relief tube from relief
port on condensate trap.
Remove the screw
that secures the trap
to the collector box and
remove trap.
Loosen clamp on inlet
to vent elbow.
Remove pressure switch tube from
front pressure switch and discard. A
new tube is shipped in the loose parts bag.
Remove tube from relief port.
Remove middle and bottom
plugs. DO NOT DISCARD.
Unconverted Factory Configuration as
Viewed in the Downflow Orientation
Install the two plugs
previously removed
on the open ports
of the collector box.
Connect relief tube
to port on collector
box.
Rotate elbow to
desired position and
tighten clamp to
15 lb.ïin.
Slide tube in standïoffs
to adjust length.
Connect the new pressure switch
tube from Loose Parts bag to
port on front pressure switch.
Route tube through inducer
standïoffs to adjust position
of the tube.
Trim excess tube.
Connect pressure switch
tube to port on collector
box.
Attach condensate trap
with screw to collector box.
Connect relief tube to
relief port on condensate
trap.
Align condensate trap
over middle and bottom
ports of collector box.
4
5
Downflow Trap Configuration
A11587
Figure 9 −Downflow Trap Configuration
(Appearance may vary)

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Remove plug from
collector box.
DO NOT DISCARD.
If alternate vent position
is required, loosen clamp
on inlet of vent elbow.
Remove the screw that secures
the trap to the collector box and
remove trap.
Unconverted Factory Configuration
As Viewed in the Horizontal Right Orientation
Attach condensate
trap with screw to
collector box.
Slide relief tube in standïoffs
to adjust length.
Vent elbow shown in alternate
orientation. Tighten clamp on
inlet to vent elbow 15 lb.ïin.
Align trap over middle and
rightïhand port on collector box.
NOTE: Remove knockout in
casing before reïinstalling the
condensate trap.
Install plug on
open port of
collector box
Horizontal Right Trap Configuration
A11573
Figure 10 −Horizontal Right Trap Configuration
(Appearance may vary)

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If alternate vent position
is required, loosen clamp
on vent elbow inlet.
Remove relief tube
from port on collector
box.
Remove the screw that secures the
condensate trap to the collector box
and remove trap.
Remove relief tube from
relief port on condensate
trap.
Remove front pressure
switch tube and discard.
A new tube is shipped in
the Loose Parts bag.
Remove middle and right
plug from collector box.
DO NOT DISCARD.
5
6
Unconverted Factory Trap Configuration
As Viewed in the Horizontal Left Orientation
Rotate elbow to
desired position
and torque clamp
on inlet 15 lb.-in.
Slide relief tube in
stand-offs to adjust
length.
Attach condensate
trap with screw to
collector box.
Align trap over middle
and right-hand port on
collector box.
Install two plugs previously
removed in open ports on
collector box.
Connect relief tube to port
on collector box.
Connect the new pressure switch
tube from Loose Parts bag to port
on front pressure switch.
Route pressure switch tube
underneath relief tube and
connect to port on
collector box.
Connect relief tube to relief
port on condensate trap.
Horizontal Left Trap Configuration
9
7
8
NOTE: Remove knockout in
casing before re-installing the
condensate trap.
A11574
Figure 11 −Horizontal Left Configuration
(Appearance may vary)

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CONDENSATE DRAIN
CONNECTION
FROZEN AND BURST WATER PIPE HAZARD
Failure to protect against the risk of freezing may
result in property damage.
Special precautions MUST be made if installing
furnace in an area which may drop below freezing.
This can cause improper operation or damage to
equipment. If furnace environment has the potential
of freezing, the drain trap and drain line must be
protected. The use of accessory drain trap heaters,
electric heat tape and/or RV antifreeze is
recommended for these installations.
CAUTION
!
PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in burst
water pipes and/or property damage.
If a condensate pump is installed, a plugged
condensate drain or a failed pump may cause the
furnace to shut down. Do not leave the home
unattended during freezing weather without turning
off water supply and draining water pipes or
otherwise protecting against the risk of frozen pipes.
CAUTION
!
DO NOT trap the drain line in any other location than at the
condensate drain trap supplied with the furnace. If possible,
DO NOT route the drain line where it may freeze. The drain
line must terminate at an inside drain to prevent freezing of the
condensate and possible property damage.
Special precautions MUST be made if installing furnace in an
area which may drop below 32°F (0°C). This can cause
improper operation or damage to the equipment. If the furnace
environment has the potential of freezing, the drain trap and
drain line must be protected. In areas where the temperature
may be below 32°F (0°C), a Condensate Freeze Protection kit
is required. The kit includes a condensate trap with heat pad
and replaces the factory−installed condensate trap. Refer to the
accessory section of the Specification Sheets for current kit
number. A self−regulating, shielded and waterproof heat tape
rated at 3 to 6 watt per foot (10 to 20 watt per meter) at 115 volt,
40°F (4°C) may be used to provide freeze protection of the
remaining condensate drain line. Wrap the drain trap and the
drain line with the heat tape and secure with appropriate plastic
ties. Follow the heat tape manufacturer’s recommendations.
Prime the trap before furnace operation.
The condensate drain line must be supported and/or secured
per local codes. Supports and clamps should be spaced to
prevent the drain line from sagging or being dislocated from the
furnace or termination point. In the absence of local codes,
consult the edition of the current edition of the National
Standard Plumbing Code, in the US or the current edition of the
National Plumbing Code of Canada.
Upflow/Downflow Orientation
In the Upflow or Downflow orientation, the condensate trap is
inside the furnace casing. The condensate drain must be
routed from the trap through the furnace casing. The
condensate drain can be routed through the left or right side of
the casing. (The left or right side is as you are viewing/facing
the furnace from the front.)
An indoor coil condensate drain or humidifier drain can be
connected to the external furnace condensate drain provided:
a. The drains are not hard piped together, and
b. There is an air gap at the point where the two drain
lines meet or
c. All condensate piping is at least 1/2 in. PVC and
there is a relief tee at the top of condensate drain
piping as shown below:
NOTE: On narrower casings, it may be easier to remove the
condensate trap, connect the drain line components and
re-install the condensate trap. Read the steps thoroughly to
familiarize yourself with the required steps.
For Right Side Condensate Drain:
1. Remove the 7/8−in. knock−out from the right side of the
casing. (See Figure 14 for suggested knockout removal
technique.)
2. Remove the pre−formed rubber drain elbow and two
spring clamps from the loose parts bag.
3. Slide a spring clamp 1 inch (25 mm) down the plain end
(the end without the formed grommet) of the drain elbow.
4. From inside the casing, insert the formed grommet end
of the elbow through the 7/8−in. knockout in the casing.
5. Pull the grommet through the casing from the outside
until it is seated in the knockout
6. Attach the plain end of the drain elbow to the outlet stub
on the drain trap. Secure the drain elbow to the trap with
the spring clamp.
The remaining drain line can be constructed from field supplied
1/2−in. CPVC or 3/4−in. PVC pipe, in compliance with local
building codes. A factory−supplied 1/2−in. CPVC to 3/4−in.
PVC adapter is supplied in the loose parts bag for use as
required.
7. Install the adapter or connect the 1/2−in. CPVC pipe by
sliding a spring clamp over the open end of the grommet
on the outside the furnace casing.
8. Open the spring clamp and insert the long end of the
adapter or the 1/2−in. CPVC pipe into the outlet stub on
the drain elbow.
9. Connect additional condensate piping to a
code−approved drain, or to a condensate pump
approved for use with acidic furnace condensate and
compatible with mineral and vegetable oils, such as
canola oil.
Allow at least 1/4-in. per foot (20 mm per meter) of slope down
and away from the furnace in horizontal sections of drain line.
TIPS FROM CONTRACTORS: Contractors have found that
temporarily removing the inducer assembly in upflow
applications while performing the steps below, makes upflow
left−side drain connections easier.
For Left Side Condensate Drain
Connection:
1. For left side condensate drainage, the drain line is routed
from the condensate trap, behind the inducer (upflow) or
gas valve (downflow) and out through the left side of the
furnace casing. A pre-formed 1/2−in. CPVC “Z-pipe” is
provided with the furnace. The “Z-pipe” is long enough to
extend across the casing for drain connections.
2. Locate the “Z-pipe”. Remove the pre-formed drain elbow
and four spring clamps from the loose parts bag.
3. The“Z-pipe” is connected to the condensate trap and the
outside of the furnace by modifying the formed rubber
drain elbow as shown in Figure 18.
4. Remove the formed grommet from the rubber drain
elbow by cutting the elbow along the vertical line located
about 1−3/8 in. (35 mm) away from the formed grommet.

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Specifications subject to change without notice.
See Figure 16. DO NOT DISCARD THE FORMED
GROMMET OR THE RUBBER ELBOW. Both of these
pieces will be used.
Assemble and route the drain line to the opposite side of the
furnace as detailed below:
5. Remove the knock−out from the left side of the casing.
(See Figure 14 for suggested knockout removal
technique.)
6. From the outside of the casing, insert the angled end of
the“Z-pipe” through drain hole in the left side of the
casing and behind the inducer or gas valve. Allow
the“Z-pipe” to temporarily rest on the blower shelf
(upflow) or burner box (downflow). (NOTE: When the
inducer housing has been removed to ease installation in
upflow applications, this step is not needed.)
7. After inserting the “Z-pipe” through the casing, slide a
spring clamp over each end of the “Z-pipe”.
8. From inside the casing, insert the short end of the formed
grommet cut from the rubber drain elbow through the
7/8-in. drain knockout in the casing.
9. Pull the grommet through the casing from the outside
until it is seated in the knockout.
10. Align the “Z-pipe” with the long end of the grommet inside
the furnace and insert slightly. The angled end of the
tube at the other side of the casing should be facing the
front of the furnace.
11. Slide a spring clamp over the end of the remaining
rubber drain elbow.
12. Attach the drain elbow to the angled end of “Z-pipe” and
the drain trap outlet stub. Adjust the length of “Z-pipe”
inserted into the grommet at the opposite side of the
furnace as necessary for proper fit and positioning. In
both upflow and downflow orientations, the “Z-pipe”
should NOT be resting on any sheet metal parts.
13. Secure the rubber elbow to the drain trap and the
“Z-pipe” with spring clamps.
14. Secure the grommet to the “Z-pipe” with the spring
clamp. The remaining drain line can be constructed from
field supplied 1/2−in. CPVC or 3/4−in. PVC pipe, in
compliance with local building codes. A factory-supplied
1/2−in. CPVC to 3/4−in. PVC adapter is supplied in the
loose parts bag for use as required.
15. Install the adapter or connect the 1/2−in. CPVC pipe by
sliding a spring clamp over the open end of the grommet
on the outside the furnace casing.
16. Open the spring clamp and insert the long end of the
adapter or the 1/2−in. CPVC pipe into the outlet stub on
the drain elbow.
17. Connect additional condensate piping to a
code-approved drain, or to a condensate pump approved
for use with acidic furnace condensate and compatible
with mineral and vegetable oils, such as canola oil.
Allow at least 1/4-in. per foot (20 mm per meter) of slope down
and away from the furnace in horizontal sections of drain line.
NOTICE
The field-supplied, accessory horizontal drain trap
grommet is ONLY REQUIRED FOR DIRECT VENT
APPLICATIONS. It is NOT required for applications
using single-pipe or ventilated combustion air venting.
TIPS FROM CONTRACTORS: When installing the furnace
horizontally, use the entire drain elbow (that is, do NOT cut as
shown in Figure 16) to connect the trap to the drain line. This
helps to prevent bumps and shocks to the drain line from
damaging the furnace drain trap. Avoid misalignment of the
drain pipe which may cause kinks in the elbow.
Horizontal Orientation
1. The condensate trap outlet extends 2−in. (51 mm) below
the furnace casing. Leave enough clearance between
the furnace and the furnace platform for the trap.
2. To allow for servicing the trap, the condensate drain
elbow in the loose parts bag can be used to make a
coupler to allow for future service of the condensate trap
and drain line.
3. Remove the knock-out for the condensate trap in the
side of the casing.
4. Install the drain trap grommet in the casing if required for
direct vent applications. If necessary, remove the trap,
install the grommet and re-install the trap.
5. Remove the pre-formed rubber drain elbow, and two
spring clamps from the loose parts bag.
6. Connect the full or modified elbow and/or grommet to the
outlet of the condensate trap with one spring clamp.
Avoid misalignment of the drain pipe which may cause
kinks in the elbow or grommet.
7. The remaining drain line can be constructed from
field−supplied 1/2−in. CPVC or 3/4−in. PVC pipe, in
compliance with local building codes. A factory−supplied
1/2−in. CPVC to 3/4−in. PVC adapter is supplied in the
loose parts bag for use as required.
8. Install the adapter or connect the 1/2−in. CPVC pipe by
sliding a spring clamp over the open end of the elbow or
grommet on the outside the furnace casing.
9. Open the spring clamp and insert the long end of the
adapter or the 1/2−in. CPVC pipe into the outlet stub on
the drain elbow.
10. Connect additional condensate piping to a
code−approved drain, or to a condensate pump
approved for use with acidic furnace condensate and
compatible with mineral and vegetable oils, such as
canola oil.
Allow at least 1/4-in. per foot (20 mm per meter) of slope down
and away from the furnace in horizontal sections of drain line.

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Specifications subject to change without notice.
Figure 12 Example of Field Drain Attachment
(NOT ALLOWED)
A14532A
+
+
+
Condensing
Furnace
----
-
Evaporator Coil
+++
< +
< + < +
+
Blower
-
+ = Positive pressure
< + = Pressure lower than areas with +
−= Negative pressure
Blower creates positive pressure.
Positive pressure extends into coil
condensate drain (no trap).
Furnace condensate does not flow
consistently when drain is at positive
pressure.
+
DIRECTION OF AIRFLOW
+
+
+
+
+
++
A14532B
+
+
+
Condensing
Furnace
----
-
Evaporator Coil
+
++
< +
< + < +
+
Blower
-
3/4” PVC
1/2
3/4
1/2” CPVC or larger*
+ = Positive pressure
< + = Pressure lower than areas with +
−= Negative pressure
+
3/4” PVC
DIRECTION OF AIRFLOW
+
+
+
+
1/2
3/4
3/4
3/4
Open
standpipe
+
+
3/4
+
A14532C
+
+
+
Condensing
Furnace
----
-
Evaporator Coil
+
++
< +
< + < +
+
Blower -
3/4” PVC
3/4
1/2” CPVC or larger*
+ = Positive pressure
< + = Pressure lower than areas with +
−= Negative pressure
+
3/4” PVC
DIRECTION OF AIRFLOW
+
+
+
+
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
++
+
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+
Condensing
Furnace
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3/4
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+
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+
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+
+
+
Condensing
Furnace
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+
3/4” PVC
DIRECTION OF AIRFLOW
+
+
+
+
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Gas Furnace: R9MSB
20 440 01 6001 05
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Example of Field Drain Attachment cont.
+
+
+
Condensing
Furnace
----
-
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ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ
ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ
ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ
ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ
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Evaporator Coil
+
++
< +
< + < +
+
Blower -
3/4” PVC
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
+ = Positive pressure
< + = Pressure lower than areas with +
ï= Negative pressure
+
DIRECTION OF AIRFLOW
3/4” PVC
Open standpipe
(Optional when coil drain is
not connected to furnace
drain.)
TEE
(1/2” CPVC to 3/4” PVC
adapter from loose parts bag.)
L14F027
L12F019
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, safety
glasses and gloves when handling parts, and servicing
furnaces.
Figure 14 −Knockout Removal
INSTALL CLAMPS ON DRAIN ELBOW
ATTACH DRAIN ELBOW TO CONDENSATE
DRAIN TRAP
PULL DRAIN STUB
THROUGH CASING
OPEN SPRING CLAMP
INSERT FACTORY−SUPPLIED 1/2−IN. CPVC
TO 3/4−IN. PVC ADAPTER OR 1/2−IN. CPVC PIPE
*CLAMP MAY BE LOCATED ON OUTSIDE OF DRAIN ELBOW
L12F022
Figure 15 −Formed Rubber Drain Grommet
A11581
Figure 16 −Modify Rubber Drain Elbow