Empire Comfort Systems FAW-40-1IP Introduction, Instructions to Installer, Specifications

Introduction

Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a vented wall furnace.

Instructions to Installer

1.Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation.

2.Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with furnace.

3.Installer should show owner how to start and operate furnace and thermostat.

Warning:

Any change to this furnace or its control can be dangerous. This is a heating appliance and any panel, door or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.

General Information

This series is design certified in accordance with American National Standard / CSAStandard Z21.86 and CSA2.32 by the Canadian Standards Association, as a Fan Type Vented Wall Furnace and must be installed according to these instructions.

Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company making the change.

Important

All correspondence should refer to complete Model No., Serial No. and type of gas.

Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.

Installation on Rugs and Tile

If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance.

The base referred to above does not mean the fire-proof base as used on wood stoves. The protection is for rugs that are extremely thick and light colored tile.

Installation in Residential Garages

Gas utilization equipment in residential garages shall be installed so that all burners and burner ignition devices are located not less than 18" (457mm) above the floor.

Such equipment shall be located, or protected, so it is not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.

Specifications

Model	FAW-40SPP	FAW-40IP
Input BTU/HR (KW/H)	40,000 (11.7)	40,000 (11.7)
Height	72 1/2" (84.1mm)	72 1/2" (184.1mm)
Width	14 1/8" (35.9mm)	14 1/8" (35.9mm)
Depth	10 3/8" (26.4mm)	10 3/8" (26.4mm)
Gas Inlet Pipe	1/2" (12.7mm)	1/2" (12.7mm)
Vent Collar Type B Oval	4" (101mm)	4" (101mm)
CFM	275	275
Accessories
Register, side outlet, fixed register		SOR-1
Side outlet, 10" (254mm)		SOK-1
maximum extension, fixed register
Rear outlet, 10" (254mm)		ROK-1
maximum extension, adjustable register
Vent enclosure, 24" (609mm)		FVE-24
[for rooms up to 96 1/2" 2451mm) in height]
Vent enclosure, 34" (86cm)		FVE-34
[for rooms up to 106 1/2" (2705mm) in height]
Vent enclosure, 46" (1168mm)		FVE-46
[for rooms up to 118 1/2" (3009mm) in height]
Oval-to-Round flue adapter kit 4" (102mm)		DV-648

THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE

DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT FRONT PANELS INSTALLED.

• Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out		the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.	• DO keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible
• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high		material, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or	• DO examine venting system periodically and replace damaged
clothing ignition.
		parts.
• Young children should be carefully supervised when they are
	• DO make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean
in the same room as the appliance.
		and replace damaged parts.
• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on
	• CAUTION: Pilot hole cover must be kept tightly closed during
or near the appliance.
		operation.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance
	• DO NOT use this heater if any part has been under water.
must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
		Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
• Keep burner and control compartment clean.		heater and to replace any part of the control system and any
• Installation and repair should be done by a QUALIFIED SER-		gas control which has been under water.
VICE PERSON. The appliance should be inspected before	•	This furnace must not be connected to a chimney flue serving
use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More		a separate solid-fuel burning appliance.
frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from
	•	IMPORTANT: This furnace has a washable permanent type
carpeting, bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control
		filter in the door which should be cleaned at least once per
compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean.		year before the heating season. For dirty or high use areas
• DO NOT put anything around the furnace that will obstruct		more frequent cleaning is required.

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