Bryant 355MAV instruction manual Condensation Drain Protection

An external trap is not required when connecting the field drain to this condensate trap.

The field drain connection (condensate trap or drain tube coupling) is sized for l/2-in. CPVC, 1/2-in. PVC, or 5/8-in. ID tube connection.

Drain pipe and fittings must conform to ANSI standards and ASTM D1785, D2466 or D2846. CPVC or PVC cement must conform to ASTM D2564 or F493. Primer must conform to ASTM F656. In Canada, use CSA or ULC certified schedule 40 CPVC or PVC drain pipe, fittings, and cement.

When a condensate pump is required, select a pump which is approved for condensing furnace applications. To avoid condensate spillage, select a pump with an overflow switch.

Furnace condensate is mildly acidic, typically in the pH range of 3.2 to 4.5. Due to corrosive nature of this condensate, a condensate pH neutralizing filter may be desired. Check with local authorities to determine if a pH neutralizer is required.

A

A96128

Fig. 44—Rooftop Termination (Dimension “A” is Touching or 2–in. Maximum Separation)

VENT

VENT A

COMBUSTION

AIR

A93056

Fig. 45—Concentric Vent and Combustion-Air Roof Termination

(Dimension “A” is Touching or 2-in. Maximum Separation)

B. Application

The furnace, A/C, and humidifier drains may be combined and drained together. The A/C drain must have an external, field-supplied trap prior to the furnace drain connection. All drain connections (furnace, A/C, or humidifier) must be terminated into an open or vented drain as close to the respective equipment as possible to prevent siphoning of the equipment’s drain.

See Fig. 49 for example of possible field drain attachment using 1/2-in. CPVC or PVC tee for vent and A/C or humidifier drain connection.

CAUTION: Unit must be installed, operated, and then turned and left off in an unoccupied structure during cold weather when temperature drops to 32°F or below unless drain trap and drain line have adequate freeze protection. See Service and Maintenance Instructions for winterizing procedure. (See Fig. 15.)

Outdoor draining of the furnace is permissible if allowed by local codes. Caution should be taken when freezing ambient may freeze drain pipe and prohibit draining.

WARNING: Caution should be taken to prevent draining where slippery conditions may cause personal injuries. Excessive condensate draining may cause saturated soil conditions which may result in damage to plants.

C. Condensation Drain Protection

Freezing condensate left in condensate trap and drain line may cause cracks, and possible water damage may occur. If freeze protection is required, use condensate freeze protection accessory or equivalent 3 to 6 watt per ft at 120-v and 40°F self-regulating, shielded, and waterproof heat tape. See Installation Instructions supplied with accessory or heat tape manufacturer’s recommendations.

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