Goodman Mfg GPG13 - Manual (Page 4)

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CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD
B10259-216
Carbon monoxide producing devices (such as an automobile, space
heater, gas water heater, etc.) should not be operated in enclosed areas
such as unventilated garages, utility rooms or parking areas because of
the danger of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning resulting from the exhaust
emissions. If a furnace or air handler is installed in an enclosed area such
as a garage, utility room or parking area and a carbon monoxide producing
device is operated therein, there must be adequate, direct outside
ventilation.
This ventilation is necessary to avoid the danger of CO poisoning which
can occur if a carbon monoxide producing device continues to operate in
the enclosed area. Carbon monoxide emissions can be (re)circulated
throughout the structure if the furnace or air handler is operating in any
mode.
CO can cause serious illness including permanent brain damage or death.
Special Warning for Installation of Furnaces or Air Handling Units in
Enclosed Areas such as Garages, Utility Rooms or Parking Areas
UNIT LOCATION
WARNING
T O PREVENT POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH, THE FOLLOWING BULLET POINTS MUST BE OBSERVED
WHEN INSTALLING THE UNIT.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Remove wood shipping rails prior to instal-
lation of the unit.
A LL I NSTALLATIONS :
• For proper flame pattern within the heat exchanger and
proper condensate drainage, the unit must be mounted
level.
• The flue outlet hood must be at least 12 inches from any
opening through which flue gases could enter a building,
and at least three feet above any forced air inlet located
within ten feet. The economizer/manual fresh air intake/
motorized fresh air intake and combustion air inlet
mounted on the unit are not affected by this restriction.
• To avoid possible corrosion of the heat exchanger, do not
locate the unit in an area where the outdoor air (i.e.
combustion air for the unit) will be frequently contaminated
by compounds containing chlorine or fluorine. Common
sources of such compounds include swimming pool
chemicals and chlorine bleaches, paint stripper,
adhesives, paints, varnishes, sealers, waxes (which are
not yet dried) and solvents used during construction and
remodeling. Various commercial and industrial processes
may also be sources of chlorine/fluorine compounds.
• To avoid possible illness or death of the building occupants,
do NOT locate outside air intake device (economizer,
manual fresh air intake, motorized fresh air intake) too close
to an exhaust outlet, gas vent termination, or plumbing vent
outlet. For specific distances required, consult local codes.
• Allow minimum clearances from the enclosure for fire
protection, proper operation, and service access (see
appendix). These clearances must be permanently
maintained.
• The combustion air inlet and flue outlet hoods on the unit
must never be obstructed. If used, do not allow the
economizer/manual fresh air damper/ motorized fresh air
damper to become blocked by snow or debris. In some
climates or locations, it may be necessary to elevate the
unit to avoid these problems.
• When the unit is heating, the temperature of the return air
entering the unit must be between 50° F and 100° F.
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• When the unit is installed on the ground adjacent to the
building, a level concrete (or equal) base is recommended.
Prepare a base that is 3” larger than the package unit
footprint and a minimum of 3” thick.
• The base should also be located where no runoff of water
from higher ground can collect in the unit.
Outside Slab Installation
R OOFTOP I NSTALLATIONS O NLY :
NOTE: To ensure proper condensate drainage, unit must be
installed in a level position.
• To avoid possible property damage or personal injury, the
roof must have sufficient structural strength to carry the
weight of the unit(s) and snow or water loads as required
by local codes. Consult a structural engineer to determine
the weight capabilities of the roof.