Location Requirements & Considerations - Amana CVC96 Installation Instructions Manual

• It must be installed as a two-pipe systems for
combustion air.
• All other warranty exclusions and restrictions apply
This furnace is an ETL dual-certified appliance and is
appropriate for use with natural or propane gas
NOTE: If using propane, a propane conversion kit is
required.
Dual certification means that the combustion air inlet pipe
is optional and the furnace can be vented as a:
Non-direct vent (single pipe) central forced air furnace in
which combustion air is taken from the installation area or
from air ducted from the outside or,
Direct vent (dual pipe) central forced air furnace in which
all combustion air supplied directly to the furnace burners
through a special air intake system outlined in these
instructions.
NOTE: This furnace may be used as a construction
site heater ONLY if all of the following
conditions are met:
• The vent system is permanently installed per these
installation instructions.
• A room thermostat is used to control the furnace.
Fixed jumpers that provide continuous heating
CANNOT be used and can cause long term
equipment damage. Bi-metal thermostats, or any
thermostat affected by vibration must not be used
during construction.
• Return air ducts are provided and sealed to the
furnace.
• A return air temperature range between 60ºF (16ºC)
and 80ºF (27ºC) is maintained.
• MERV 11 (Example P/N AMP-11-2025-45) air filter(s)
are installed in the system and inspected daily and
replaced as needed during construction and upon
completion of construction.
• The input rate and temperature rise are set per the
furnace rating plate.
• The furnace must be installed as a two pipe system,
using 100% outside air for combustion during
construction.
• The furnace heat exchanger, components, duct
system, air filters and evaporator coils are thoroughly
cleaned following final construction clean up by a
qualified person.
• All furnace operating conditions (including ignition,
input rate, temperature rise and venting) are verified
by a qualified person according to these installation
instructions.
• Furnace doors must be in place on the furnace while
the furnace is operating in any mode.
• Damage or repairs due to failure to comply with these
requirements are not covered under the warranty.
NOTE: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
requires that the following additional
requirements must also be met:
• Gas furnaces must be installed by a licensed plumber
or gas fitter.
• A T-handle gas cock must be used.
• If the unit is to be installed in an attic, the passageway
to and the service area around the unit must have
flooring.
To ensure proper furnace operation, install, operate
and maintain the furnace in accordance with these
installation and operation instructions, all local
building codes and ordinances.
In their absence, follow the latest edition of the National
Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1), and/or CAN/CSA
B149.1-15 Installation Codes, local plumbing or waste
water codes, and other applicable codes.
A copy of the National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54/ANSI
Z223.1) can be obtained from any of the following:
American National Standards Institute
25 West 43rd Street, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10036
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley
Independence, OH 44131
The rated heating capacity of the furnace should be greater
than or equal to the total heat loss of the area to be heated.
The total heat loss should be calculated by an approved
method or in accordance with "ASHRAE Guide" or "Manual
J-Load Calculations" published by the Air Conditioning
Contractors of America.
A copy of the CAN/CSA B149.1-15 Installation Codes can
also be obtained from:
CSA International
178 Rexdale Boulevard
Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS &
CONSIDERATIONS
Follow the instructions listed below and the guidelines
provided in the Combustion and Ventilation Air
Requirements section when selecting a furnace location.
To prevent possible equipment damage, property damage,
personal injury or death, the following bullet points must
be observed when installing this unit.
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