Reznor R6GP Unit Installation Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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REQUIREMENTS & CODES
• This equipment must be installed in accordance with
instructions outlined in this manual, all applicable
local building codes, and the current revision of
the National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA54/ANSI Z223.1)
or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
CAN/CGA B149.1.
• All electrical wiring must be completed in accordance
with local, state and national codes and regulations and
with the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) or in
Canada the Canadian Electric Code Part 1 CSA C.22.1.
• The installer must comply with all local codes and
regulations which govern the installation of this type
of equipment. Local codes and regulations take
precedence over any recommendations contained in
these instructions. Consult local building codes and the
National Electrical Code (ANSI CI) for special installation
requirements.
• Air Ducts must be installed in accordance with the
standards of the National Fire Protection Association
“Standards for Installation of Air Conditioning and
Ventilation Systems” (NFPA 90A), “Standard for
Installation of Residence Type Warm Air Heating and Air
Conditioning Systems” (NFPA 90B), these instructions,
and all applicable local codes.
• Consult Table 16 (page 40), and the rating plate for the
proper circulating air flow and temperature rise. It is
important that the duct system be designed to provide
the correct flow rates and external pressure rise. An
improperly designed duct system can result in nuisance
shutdowns, and comfort or noise issues.
• This unit is designed for outdoor installations only and
should be located as described on page 5.
• Use only with the type of gas approved for this unit.
Refer to the unit rating plate.
• Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air to the
unit. See pages 6 & 7.
• Provide adequate clearances around the air vent intake
terminal as specified on page 6.
• Combustion products must be discharged outdoors.
Connect this unit to an approved vent system only, as
specified on page 6.
• Additional codes listed below are for reference purposes
only and do not necessarily have jurisdiction over
local or state codes. Local codes and regulations take
precedence over any recommendations contained in
these instructions. Always consult with local authorities
before installing any gas appliance.
should also be given to the accessibility of fuel, electric
power, service access, noise, and shade.
• The installer should become familiar with the units wiring
diagram before making any electrical connections to the
unit. See the unit wiring label or Figures 15 & 16 (pages
38 & 39).
• Use caution when handling this appliance or removing
components. Personal injury can occur from sharp metal
edges present in all sheet metal constructed equipment.
Combustion & Ventilation Air
• US: National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC), Air for
Combustion and Ventilation
• CANADA: Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Codes (NSCNGPIC), Venting Systems and Air Supply
for Appliances
Duct Systems
• US and CANADA: Air Conditioning Contractors
Association (ACCA) Manual Q, Sheet Metal and
Air Conditioning Contractors National Association
(SMACNA), or American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE) Fundamentals Handbook
Electrical Connections
• US: National Electrical Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70
• CANADA: Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1
Gas Piping & Gas Pipe Pressure Testing
• US: NFGC and National Plumbing Codes
• CANADA: NSCNGPIC
General Installation
• US: Current edition of the NFGC and the NFPA 90B.
For copies, contact the National Fire Protection
Association Inc., Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269; or American Gas Association, 400 N. Capitol,
N.W., Washington DC 20001 or www.NFPA.org.
• CANADA: NSCNGPIC. For a copy, contact Standard
Sales, CSA International, 178 Rexdale Boulevard,
Etobicoke (Toronto), Ontario, M9W 1R3 Canada
Safety
• US: (NFGC) NFPA 54–1999/ANSI Z223.1 and the
Installation Standards, Warm Air Heating and Air
Conditioning Systems ANSI/NFPA 90B.
• CANADA: CAN/CGA-B149.1–and .2–M00 National
Standard of Canada. (NSCNGPIC)