Propane Gas Tanks And Piping - Amana xMVC96 series Installation Instructions Manual

are required. For models with an "L" shaped manifold, a 4
1/2" long nipple is required. For models with a hook shaped
manifold, a 2" long nipple is required.
A semi-rigid connector to the gas piping can be used out-
side the cabinet per local codes. From the elbow, the length
of pipe and the fittings required will vary by the side cho-
sen, location of union and cabinet width. The union may be
placed inside or outside of the cabinet.
G P C
AS IPING HECKS
Before placing unit in operation, leak test the unit and gas con-
nections.
T
O AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
OR OPEN FLAME TO TEST FOR LEAKS
Check for leaks using an approved chloride-free soap and water
solution, an electronic combustible gas detector, or other ap-
proved testing methods.
NOTE: Never exceed specified pressures for testing. Higher
pressure may damage the gas valve and cause subsequent
overfiring, resulting in heat exchanger failure.
Disconnect this unit and shutoff valve from the gas supply pip-
ing system before pressure testing the supply piping system with
pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.48 kPa).
Isolate this unit from the gas supply piping system by closing its
external manual gas shutoff valve before pressure testing sup-
ply piping system with test pressures equal to or less than 1/2
psig (3.48 kPA).
P G T P
ROPANE AS ANKS AND
I
F THE GAS FURNACE IS INSTALLED IN A BASEMENT
,
AREA OR CONFINED SPACE IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO
CONTACT A PROPANE SUPPLIER TO INSTALL A GAS DETECTING WARNING
DEVICE IN CASE OF A GAS LEAK
S
•
INCE PROPANE GAS IS HEAVIER THAN AIR
SETTLE IN ANY LOW AREAS OR CONFINED SPACES
P
•
ROPANE GAS ODORANT MAY FADE
EXCEPT WITH A WARNING DEVICE
A gas detecting warning system is the only reliable way to detect
a propane gas leak. Rust can reduce the level of odorant in pro-
pane gas. Do not rely on your sense of smell. Contact a local
propane gas supplier about installing a gas detecting warning
system. If the presence of gas is suspected, follow the instruc-
tions listed in the Safety Precautions section of this manual.
All propane gas equipment must conform to the safety stan-
dards of the National Board of Fire Underwriters, NBFU Manual
58.
WARNING
,
NEVER USE A MATCH
.
IPING
WARNING
,
AN EXCAVATED
.
,
ANY LEAKING GAS CAN
.
,
MAKING THE GAS UNDETECTABLE
.
For satisfactory operation, propane gas pressure must be 10"
WC at the furnace manifold with all gas appliances in operation.
Maintaining proper gas pressure depends on three main factors:
1. Vaporization rate, depending on temperature of the
liquid, and "wetted surface" area of the container or
containers.
2. Proper pressure regulation. (Two-stage regulation is
recommended for both cost and efficiency).
3. Pressure drop in lines between regulators, and between
second stage regulator and the appliance. Pipe size
will depend on length of pipe run and total load of all
appliances.
Complete information regarding tank sizing for vaporization,
recommended regulator settings, and pipe sizing is available
from most regulator manufacturers and propane gas suppliers.
Since propane gas will quickly dissolve white lead and most stan-
dard commercial compounds, special pipe dope must be used.
Always use a pipe thread sealant approved for all gases.
Refer to the following illustration for typical propane gas installa-
tions and piping.
First Stage
Regulator
200 PSIG
Maximum
Propane Gas Installation (Typ.)
Sizing Between First and Second Stage Regulator*
Maximum Propane Capacities listed are based on 2 psig pressure drop at 10 psig setting.
Capacities in 1,000 BTU/hour.
Pipe or
Tubing Size, O.D. Type L
Tubing
Length
Feet
3/8" 1/2"
10 730 1,700
20 500 1,100
30 400 920
40 370 850
50 330 770
60 300 700
80 260 610
100 220 540
125 200 490
150 190 430
175 170 400
200 160 380
To convert to capacities at 15 psig settings - multiply by 1.130
To convert to capacities at 5 psig settings - multiply by 0.879
Propane Gas Piping Chart I
Sizing Between Second or Second Stage Regulator & Appliance*
Maximum Propane Capacities listed are based on 1/2" W.C. pressure drop at 11" W.C. setting.
Capacities in 1,000 BTU/hour.
28
5 to 15 PSIG
(20 PSIG Max.)
Continuous
11" W.C.
Second Stage
Regulator
Figure 38
Nominal Pipe Size
Schedule 40
5/8" 3/4" 7/8" 1/2"
3,200 5,300 8,300 3,200
220 3,700 5,800 2,200
2,000 2,900 4,700 1,800
1,700 2,700 4,100 1,600
1,500 2,400 3,700 1,500
1,300 2,200 3,300 1,300
1,200 1,900 2,900 1,200
1,000 1,700 2,600 1,000
900 1,400 2,300 900
830 1,300 2,100 830
780 1,200 1,900 770
730 1,100 1,800 720
3/4"
7,500
4,200
4,000
3,700
3,400
3,100
2,600
2,300
2,100
1,900
1,700
1,500