Louisville Tin and Stove W255F Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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NATURAL GAS

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not

followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing

property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• • • • • Do not try to light any appliance.

• • • • • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in

your building.

• • • • • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.

Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

• • • • • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE

PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER,

SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

WARNING: Operation of this furnace when not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting

system can result in Carbon Monoxide (C.O.) poisoning and possible death. For your safety, this furnace and

the venting system should be inspected at least annually by a qualified service person.

This appliance is equipped with a blocked flue switch designed to protect against a blocked flue condition.

The coating selected to provide longer life to the heat exchanger may smoke slightly upon initial firing. Please

provide adequate ventilation if this occurs.

This heater may be installed without recessing into stud space by using optional FSK (Free Standing Kit).

This unit is not approved for installation in mobile homes, greenhouses, or environments involving dusty, wet,

corrosive, or explosive conditions. Such conditions will invalidate the warranty and may create unsafe conditions.

THIS UNIT IS NOT TO BE INSTALLED IN MOBILE HOMES.

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

P/N 84502

W255F, W355F, W505F

GAS-FIRED VENTED

W W W W W ALL FURNACE

ALL FURNACE

REV. 10/2008

L.P. GAS

W256F, W356F, W506F

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Page 1 GAS-FIRED VENTED GAS-FIRED VENTED GAS-FIRED VENTED GAS-FIRED VENTED GAS-FIRED VENTED W W W W W ALL FURNACE ALL FURNACE ALL FURNACE ALL FURNACE ALL FURNACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS P/N 84502 REV. 10/2008 NATURAL GAS W255F, W355F, W505F L.P. GAS W256F, W356F, W506F WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction..........Lighting Instructions........... 11 Specifications..........Pilot Adjustment............12 Safety Rules..........Burner Flame Adjustment..........12 Clearances............ Maintenance Instructions........... 12 Controls............BBSK Kit Instructions...........13-15 Combustion & Ventilation Air....4, 5 WFF81 Fan Instructions..........16-17 Venting............6, 7 40542 Rear Register Kit Instrucitons......18-19 Rough-In Instructions........
Page 3: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES CONTROLS All controls are preassembled at the factory. The wall furnace should be located near the center of the house for best heat distribution. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be The normal manifold pressure should be 3.5” w.c.
Page 4: Combustion & Ventilation Air
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR When installed, this gas appliance must be provided with fresh air for combustion, ventilation, and dilution of hot flue gases. The minimum required volume of the area where the appliance is installed should be 50 cubic feet per 1,000 btu/hr.
Page 5: Combustion & Ventilation Air
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR ALL COMBUSTION AIR FROM ADJACENT INDOOR SPACES THROUGH INDOOR COMBUSTION AIR OPENINGS ALL COMBUSTION AIR FROM OUTDOORS THROUGH VENTILATED ATTIC UL Listed Vent Cap UL Listed Vent Cap UL Listed Gas Vent UL Listed Gas Vent Ventilation Louvers (each end of attic) Opening...
Page 6: Venting
VENTING USING ADJACENT STUD SPACE FOR ALL COMBUSTION AIR This appliance must be properly connected to a venting FROM OUTSIDE system. Consult local ordinances governing venting. Install only UL listed type BW 4” oval gas vent. When the vent enters the HOLES CONNECTING attic, a listed type B-1 round flue pipe may be used.
Page 7: Rough-In Instructions
ROUGH-IN INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Do not bypass the blocked flue NOTE: Maximum wall thickness for a dual switch. To do so could expose the consumer to wall (W505, W506) installation is 5-3/8”. property damage, personal injury or possible death. STEP 1. Attach the base plate (purchased with the vent pipe) to the header plate Height above any...
Page 8 STEP 4.Remove double ceiling plate between studs. ROUGH-IN INSTRUCTIONS Install one ceiling plate spacer across the cut out in ceiling plate. Install vent pipe into position, FIGURE 1 be sure to lock bottom of vent pipe into the base plate. Nail second ceiling plate spacer in place. ROUGH-IN (See Figure C, Page 6).
Page 9: Installation
INSTALLATION STEP 6. To place furnace into position, grasp furnace and lift so furnace flue vent and header plate vent opening engage. Do not use burner or gas control to lift heater. Lift furnace upward and B-W VENT swing bottom into wall opening until legs rest on floor plate and are flush to finished wall.
Page 10: Wiring Instructions
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when Thermostat servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper Manual Reset and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation Blocked after servicing. Pilot Flue Switch Generator WIRING INSTRUCTIONS – GRAVITY WALL FURNACE Wire WALL THERMOSTAT WARNING: Failure to locate the thermostat properly MODELS or to wire the furnace correctly may result in continuous...
Page 11: Lighting Instructions
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS MODELS: W255F, W256F / W355F, W356F / W505F, W506F FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. •...
Page 12: Pilot Adjustment
PILOT ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Locate the pilot adjustment screw on the valve. The pilot Installation and repair should be done by a qualified flame should surround at least the top 3/8” of the powerpile service person. The appliance should be inspected before (pilot generator) or thermocouple (see below).
Page 13 BBSK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1. Select left or right side of front panel for most convenient location of the temperature control knob. Remember to choose the side that allows adequate clearance for accessibility to adjust the control knob. STEP 2. On selected side, locate three (3) vertical dimples beginning approximately 20-½”...
Page 14 BBSK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 40230 SIDE VIEWS / FRONT PANEL FRONT 40225 BBSK HEAT PANEL SIDE SWITCH CONTROL SHIELD BRACKET SWITCH #6X1/4 (2) SCREW SENSING BULB CONTROL KNOB CAPILLARY CONTROL ROD TUBE #8X1/2 (2) SCREW FIGURE 10 GAS VALVE 20-1/2” BBSK CONTROL SWITCH RIGHT LEFT...
Page 15: Bbsk Kit Instructions
BBSK KIT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. • This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire hand.
Page 16: Installation Instructions
WFF81-C MODEL OPTIONAL FAN KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS N O T E : T h i s f a n k i t i s t o b e i n s t a l l e d a f t e r i n s t a l l a t i o n o f w a l l f u r n a c e a n d w i t h t h e w a l l f u r n a c e f r o n t p a n e l i n p l a c e .
Page 17 WFF81-C WIRING SCHEMATIC Ground L1 Black L2 White 115 VAC 115 VAC WHITE BLACK BLACK FAN SWITCH BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE MOTOR GREEN GROUND WIRE 115 VAC 60 HZ - Less than 12 Amps. If any of the original wire as supplied with this appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with White type thermoplastic 105 degree C wire or its equivalent.
Page 18 40542-A REAR REGISTER KIT (Optional Accessory) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRAVITY VENTED WALL FURNACES STEP 1. Cut hole within stud space behind heater in the back wall 8-1/4” high by 12-5/8” wide. The lower edge of the hole to be 45-3/4” above the floor plate or 47” from the floor (with standard 2”x4” floor base) as shown in Figure 13.
Page 19 40542-A REAR REGISTER KIT - Continued INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRAVITY VENTED WALL FURNACES INNER PANEL Plaster Ground Frame Damper Open Position Closed Position Casing Finished Wall 2”x4” Upright Rear Register Grille FIGURE 15 FIGURE 17 Casing Finished Heater Opening Wall Casing Retainer Screw...
Page 20: Trouble Shooting Chart
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART for qualified serviceman - MAIN BURNER SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Flame too large 1. Defective operator section of gas valve. 1. Replace complete valve. 2. Burner orifice too large. 2. Check with local gas company for proper orifice size and replace.
Page 21: Trouble Shooting Chart
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART - AUTOMATIC PILOT & VALVE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Burner won’t 1. Pilot flame too large or too small. 1. Re-adjust pilot flame using adjustment on turn on combination control valve. 2. Dirt in pilot orifice. 2.
Page 22 Prices and specifications subject GRAVITY WALL FURNACE to change without notice. All LIST PRICES - - MARCH 2009 prices are F.O.B. factory. SINGLE WALL FURNACE DUAL WALL FURNACE Model Numbers Model Numbers Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P. W255F W256F W505F W506F W355F W356F WFF81-C FAN KIT Used on Single and Dual Wall models...
Page 23 HOW TO PROPERLY ORDER PARTS: In addition to part description and part number, please give model number, serial number, and type of gas used. This information can be found on the rating plate that is attached to heater. F R O N T P A N E L, D O O R & B O D Y A S S E M B LY WF F 8 1- C F A N KIT F O R M O D E LS W2 5 F...
Page 24 IMPORTANT SAFETY BULLETIN ON YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT SYSTEM FOR HEATING EQUIPMENT WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW CAN HURT YOU. Your pilot light system has been designed for safe and reliable operation. Although safety mechanisms are built-in, the potential for hazard exists. This information is intended to help you avoid these hazards. YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS .
Page 25: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY The Louisville Tin & Stove Co. warrants to shall request such service directly from the installer. the original user the accompanying product for the If the user is unable to locate the installer, the user period specified herein, provided said product is should write directly to the manufacturer, and the installed, operated, maintained, serviced, and used name of an alternative service source will be supplied.

This manual is also suitable for:

W256f W505f W506f W355f W356f