Amana GMES80 Service Instructions Manual page 27

PRODUCT DESIGN
Some manufacturers of flexible liners offer an insulation
sleeve designed to be added to the liner before it is installed
in the chimney. (Poured insulation, either vermiculite or other
materials, is no longer recommended.) Insulation will need
to be added to the flexible liner if:
• It is required by the liner manufacturer's instructions.
• The previous liner was properly sized and installed,
and suffered from condensation damage.
• It is required by your local building codes.
Even if none of those three conditions exist which require ad-
ditional liner insulation, the installer may wish to consider it if:
• The local climate is very cold.
• The chimney is very tall.
• The vent connectors used are very long or have a
large number of elbows.
• Local experience indicates that flexible liners installed
without insulation are likely to have condensation
problems.
Insulation must be selected and installed in accordance with
the liner manufacturer's instructions.
Finally, cap the chimney and terminate the liner in accor-
dance with the liner manufacturer's instructions.
Horizontal Applications and Considerations
Horizontal applications, in particular, may dictate many of
the installation's specifics such as airflow direction, ductwork
connections, and flue pipe connections.
Alternate Electrical and Gas Line Connections
Furnaces have provisions allowing for electrical and gas line
connections through either side panel. In horizontal applica-
tions the connections can be made either through the "top"
or "bottom" of the furnace.
Propane Gas and/or High Altitude Installations
P
OSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR IF
THE CORRECT CONVERSION KITS ARE NOT INSTALLED.
MUST BE APPLIED TO INSURE SAFE AND PROPER FURNACE OPERATION.
CONVERSIONS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER OR SERVICE
AGENCY.
This furnace is shipped from the factory configured for natural
gas at standard altitude. Propane gas installations require
an orifice change to compensate for the energy content
difference between natural and propane gas.
High altitude installations may require both a pressure switch
and an orifice change. These changes are necessary to
compensate for the natural reduction in the density of both
the gas fuel and the combustion air at higher altitude.
Refer to the Accessories Charts in this manual or product
Specification Sheet for a tabular listing of appropriate man-
ufacturer's kits for propane gas and/or high altitude instal-
lations. The indicated kits must be used to insure safe and
WARNING
T
HE APPROPRIATE KITS
proper furnace operation. All conversions must be performed
by a qualified installer, or service agency.
F
AILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR
C
DEATH. AREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS
SECTION.
U
PON COMPLETION OF THE FURNACE INSTALLATION, CAREFULLY INSPECT THE
ENTIRE FLUE SYSTEM BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE FURNACE TO ASSURE IT
IS PROPERLY SEALED.
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO EXPOSURE TO FLUE PRODUCTS,
INCLUDING CARBON MONOXIDE.
GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING
The furnace rating plate includes the approved furnace gas
input rating and gas types. The furnace must be equipped
to operate on the type of gas applied. This includes any con-
version kits required for alternate fuels and/or high altitude.
T
O PREVENT UNRELIABLE OPERATION OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, THE INLET
GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE MUST BE AS SPECIFIED ON THE UNIT RATING PLATE
WITH ALL OTHER HOUSEHOLD GAS FIRED APPLIANCES OPERATING.
Inlet gas supply pressures must be maintained within the
ranges specified below. The supply pressure must be con-
stant and available with all other household gas fired appli-
ances operating. The minimum gas supply pressure must
be maintained to prevent unreliable ignition. The maximum
must not be exceeded to prevent unit overfiring.
Natural Gas
Propane Gas
HIGH ALTITUDE DERATE
When this furnace is installed at high altitude, the appropriate
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LL
High Altitude orifice kit must be applied. This is required due
to the natural reduction in the density of both the gas fuel
and combustion air as altitude increases. The kit will provide
the proper design certified input rate within the specified
altitude range.
High altitude kits are purchased according to the installation
altitude and usage of either natural or propane gas. Refer
to the product Specification Sheet or Technical Manual for a
tabular listing of appropriate altitude ranges and correspond-
ing manufacturer's high altitude (Natural, Propane gas, and/
or Pressure Switch) kits.
Do not derate the furnace by adjusting the manifold pres-
sure to a lower pressure than specified on the furnace rating
plate. The combination of the lower air density and a lower
manifold pressure will prohibit the burner orifice from drawing
WARNING
WARNING
L
EAKS IN THE FLUE SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
CAUTION
INLET GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE
Minimum: 4.5" w.c.
Minimum: 11.0" w.c.
Maximum: 10.0" w.c.
Maximum: 13.0" w.c.
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