Goodman Mfg VC8 - Manual (Page 7)

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To ensure proper furnace operation, install, operate and
maintain the furnace in accordance with these installa-
tion 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 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
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley
Cleveland, OH 44131
A copy of the CAN/CSA B149 Installation Codes can also be
obtained from:
CSA International
178 Rexdale Boulevard
Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3
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 Cal-
culations” published by the Air Conditioning Contractors of
America.
In the USA, this furnace MUST be installed in accordance with
the latest edition of the ANSI Z223.1 booklet entitled “National
Fuel Gas Code” (NFPA 54), and the requirements or codes of
the local utility or other authority having jurisdiction. In Canada,
this furnace must be installed in accordance with the current
CAN/CGA-B149.1 & 2 Gas Installation Codes, local plumbing
or waste water codes and other applicable codes. Additional
helpful publications available from the NFPA are, NFPA 90A -
Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating System and NFPA
90B - Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning System.
All venting shall be in accordance with PART 7, Venting of Equip-
ment, of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or appli-
cable local building and/or air conditioning codes. These pub-
lications are available from:
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269
NOTE: Furnaces with NOx screens meet the California NOx
emission standards and California seasonal efficiency stan-
dards. ANNUAL inspections of the furnace and its vent system
is strongly recommended.
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Your unit model type determines which installation procedures
must be used. For *MVC8 models, you must follow instruc-
tions for Horizontal Left, Horizontal Right or Upflow installa-
tions only. These furnaces are not approved for Downflow in-
stallations.
Downflow models *DVC8 ARE NOT APPROVED FOR HORI-
ZONTAL OR UPFLOW INSTALLATIONS. For these models,
use only the instructions for downflow installation only.
T O PREVENT POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE , PROPERTY DAMAGE ,
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH , THE FOLLOWING BULLET POINTS MUST BE
OBSERVED WHEN INSTALLING THIS UNIT .
WARNING
Follow the instructions listed below when selecting a furnace
location. Refer also to the guidelines provided in Section V,
Combustion and Ventilation Air Requirements.
• Centrally locate the furnace with respect to the
proposed or existing air distribution system.
• Ensure the temperature of the return air entering the
furnace is between 55°F and 100°F when the furnace
is heating.
• Provisions must be made for venting combustion
products outdoors through a proper venting system.
The length of flue pipe could be a limiting factor in
locating the furnace.
• Ensure adequate combustion air is available for the
furnace. Improper or insufficient combustion air can
expose building occupants to gas combustion products
that could include carbon monoxide. Refer to
Combustion and Ventilation Air Requirements section.
• The furnace must be level. If the furnace is to be set
on a floor that may become wet or damp at times, the
furnace should be supported above the floor on a
concrete base sized approximately 1-1/2" larger than
the base of the furnace.
• Ensure upflow or horizontal furnaces are not installed
directly on carpeting, or any other combustible
material. The only combustible material allowed is
wood.
• Exposure to contaminated combustion air will result
in safety and performance-related problems. Do not
install the furnace where the combustion air is exposed
to the following substances:
chlorinated waxes or cleaners
chlorine-based swimming pool chemicals
water softening chemicals
deicing salts or chemicals
carbon tetrachloride
halogen type refrigerants
cleaning solutions (such as perchloroethylene)
printing inks
paint removers
varnishes