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b) Electronic air cleaner (EAC) – Refer to EAC Owner’s Manual for maintenance information.

5.If washable filter, wash filter (if dirty) in sink, bathtub, or out- side with a garden hose. Always use cold tap water. A mild liquid detergent may be used if necessary. Spray water through filter in the opposite direction of airflow.Allow filter to dry.

6.Reinstall clean air filter

7.Reinstall filter retainer (for blower compartment locations only)

8.Replace blower access panel and main furnace door (See Fig. 35 and 36.) or filter cabinet door (Fig. 37 and 38.)

9.Turn on electrical supply to furnace.

If your furnace air filter needs to be replaced, be sure to use a factory-authorized filter of the same size that was orginally sup- plied. Use the filter tables and compare your furnace size with the proper filter size.

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FURNACE AIR FILTER TABLE

AIR FILTER LOCATED IN BLOWER COMPARTMENT

FURNACE	FILTER SIZE (IN)
CASING			FILTER
	Side Return†*
WIDTH (IN.)		Bottom Return*	TYPE
17-1/2	(1) 16 x 25 x 1	(1) 16 x 25 x 1	Cleanable
21	(1) 16 x 25 x 1	(1) 20 x 25 x 1	Cleanable
24-1/2	(1 or 2) 16 x 25 x 1	(1) 24 x 25 x 1	Cleanable

AIR FILTER LOCATED IN FILTER CABINET

FILTER
CABINET	FILTER	FILTER
HEIGHT (IN)	SIZE (IN)	TYPE
16	(1) 16 x 25 x 1*	Cleanable or
	or (1) 16 x 25 x 4-5/16	Disposable
20	(1) 20 x 25 x 1*	Cleanable or
	or (1) 20 x 25 x 4-5/16	Disposable
24	(1) 24 x 25 x 1*	Cleanable or
	or (1) 24 x 25 x 4-5/16	Disposable

*Factory-provided with the furnace. Filters may be field modified by cutting- filter material and support rods (3) in filters.

†Upflow only. Alternate sizes and additional filters may be ordered from your dealer.

!WARNING

PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD

Failure to follow this warning could result in per- sonal injury.

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Use care when cutting support rods in filters to protect against flying pieces and sharp rod ends. Wear safety glasses, gloves, and appropriate protective clothing.

COMBUSTION AREA AND VENT SYSTEM

Visually inspect the combustion area and vent system before each heating season. Make sure that all PVC pipes leading into the combustion area and vent are free from any cracks and sags.

!WARNING

CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD Failure to follow this warning could result in per- sonal injury or death.

If holes are found in the pipes or if any portion has become disconnected, toxic fumes can escape into your home. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR FURNACE. Call your dealer for service.

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