Furnace Suspension; Existing Furnace Removal; Thermostat Location; Thermostat Requirements - Goodman GMEC96 Series Service And Troubleshooting

SYSTEM OPERATION

Furnace Suspension

If suspending the furnace from rafters or joist, use 3/8"
threaded rod and 2"x2"x1/8" angle iron as shown in the
following figure. If the furnace is installed in a crawl space it
must also be suspended from the floor joist or supported by
a concrete pad. Never install the furnace on the ground or
allow it to be exposed to water. The length of rod will depend
on the application and the clearances necessary.
PROVIDE 8" MINIMUM CLEARANCE BETWEEN
CENTER ROD AND FURNACE CABINET
TO ALLOW FOR CIRCULATOR BLOWER REMOVAL.
3/8" DIAMETER
THREADED ROD
(6 PLACES)
HOLD DOWN
NUTS
SUPPORT
NUTS
GAS PIPING
2" 2" 1/8" ANGLE IRON
X X
(3 PLACES)
POSITION AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE
TO BLOWER DECK TO ALLOW FOR
CIRCULATOR BLOWER REMOVAL.
90% Suspended Furnace Shown

Existing Furnace Removal

NOTE: When an existing furnace is removed from a venting
system serving other appliances, the venting system may be
too large to properly vent the remaining attached appliances.
The following vent testing procedure is repro duced from
the American National Standard/National Standard of
Canada for Gas-Fired Central Furnaces ANSI Z21.47,
latest edition, CSA-2.3b, latest edition Section 1.23.1.
The following steps shall be followed with each appliance connected
to the venting system placed in operation, while any other appliances
connected to the venting system are not in operation:
a. Seal any unused openings in the venting system;
b. Inspect the venting system for proper size and horizontal pitch,
as required by the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
or the CSA B149 Installation Codes and these instructions.
Determine that there is no blockage or restriction, leakage,
corrosion and other deficiencies which could cause an unsafe
condition;
c. In so far as practical, close all building doors and windows
and all doors between the space in which the appliance(s)
connected to the venting system are located and other spaces
of the building. Turn on clothes dryers and any appliance not
connected to the venting system. Turn on any exhaust fans,
such as range hoods and
bathroom exhausts, so they shall operate at maximum
speed. Do not operate a summer exhaust fan. Close fireplace
dampers;
d. Follow the lighting instructions. Place the appliance being
inspected in operation. Adjust thermostat so appliance shall
operate continuously;
e. Test for draft hood equipped spillage at the draft hood relief
opening after 5 minutes of main burner operation. Use the
flame of a match or candle;
10
ASSURE FURNACE IS LEVEL FROM
ALTERNATE
END TO END.
GAS PIPING
ON 90% FURNACES MAKE SURE
THE UNIT HAS A SLIGHT
FORWARD TILT WITH THE FRONT
OF THE FURNACE 0"-3/4"
BELOW THE BACK OF THE FURNACE.
CONDENSATE
DRAIN
TILT OUTWARD TO ALLOW FOR
DOOR AND CIRCULATOR BLOWER
REMOVAL.
f. After it has been determined that each appliance connected
to the venting system properly vents when tested as outlined
above, return doors, windows, exhaust fans, fireplace dampers
and any other gas burning appliance to their previous
conditions of use;
g. If improper venting is observed during any of the above tests,
the common venting system must be corrected.
Corrections must be in accordance with the latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 and/or
CSA B149 Installation Codes.
If resizing is required on any portion of the venting system,
use the appropriate table in Appendix G in the latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 and/or CSA B149
Installation Codes.

Thermostat Requirements

A two stage heat/cool thermostat is recommended. A single
stage heating thermostat may be used. It is recommended
that a high quality thermostat with a "C" terminal is used to
operate the furnace.

Thermostat Location

In an area having good air circulation, locate the thermostat
about five feet high on a vibration-free inside wall. Do not
install the thermostat where it may be influenced by any of
the following:
• Drafts, or dead spots behind doors, in corners, or under
cabinets.
• Hot or cold air from registers.
• Radiant heat from the sun.
• Light fixtures or other appliances.
• Radiant heat from a fireplace.
• Concealed hot or cold water pipes, or chimneys.
• Unconditioned areas behind the thermostat and
dehumidistat, such as an outside wall.
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR
REQUIREMENTS
P
OSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR
IF THE FURNACE IS NOT PROVIDED WITH ENOUGH FRESH AIR FOR PROPER
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION OF FLUE GASES. MOST HOMES REQUIRE
OUTSIDE AIR BE SUPPLIED TO THE FURNACE AREA.
Improved construction and additional insulation in buildings
have reduced heat loss by reducing air infiltration and escape
around doors and windows. These changes have helped in
reducing heating/cooling costs but have created a problem
supplying combustion and ventilation air for gas fired and
other fuel burning appliances. Appliances that pull air out
of the house (clothes dryers, exhaust fans, fireplaces, etc.)
increase the problem by starving appliances for air.
When the furnace is installed as a direct ven (2-pipe) furnace,
no special provisions for air for combustion are required.
However, if this furnace is to be installed in the same space
with other gas appliances, such as a water heater, ensure
there is an adequate supply of combustion and ventilation
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