GAS UNIT
Dampers
(open during heating
operation only)
AIR HANDLER
Dampers
(open during cooling
operation only)
D A room thermostat must control the furnace. The use of |
fixed jumpers that will provide continuous heating is not |
allowed. |
D The return air duct must be provided and sealed to the |
furnace. |
D Return air temperature range between 60°F (16°C) and |
80°F (27°C) must be maintained. |
D Air filters must be installed in the system and must be |
maintained during construction. |
D Air filters must be replaced upon construction comple- |
tion. |
D The input rate and temperature rise must be set per the |
furnace rating plate. |
D One hundred percent (100%) outdoor air must be pro- |
vided for combustion air requirements during construc- |
tion. Temporary ducting may supply outdoor air to the |
furnace. Do not connect duct directly to the furnace. |
Size the temporary duct following these instructions in |
FIGURE 1
When installed, this furnace must be electrically grounded according to local codes. In addition, in the United States, installation must conform with the current National Elec- tric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70. The National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA No. 70) is available from the following ad- dress:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Battery March Park
Quincy, MA 02269
NOTE − This furnace is designed for a minimum continu- ous return air temperature of 60°F (16°C) or an intermit- tent operation down to 55°F (13°C) dry bulb for cases where a night setback thermostat is used. Return air tem- perature must not exceed 85°F (29°C) dry bulb.
The EL280DF furnace may be installed in alcoves, closets, attics, basements, garages, and utility rooms in the down- flow position.
This furnace design has not been CSA International certified for installation in mobile homes, recreational vehicles, or outdoors.
Use of Furnace as Construction Heater
Lennox does not recommend the use of EL280DF units as a construction heater during any phase of construction. Very low return air temperatures, harmful vapors and op- eration of the unit with clogged or misplaced filters will dam- age the unit.
EL280DF units may be used for heating of buildings or structures under construction, if the following conditions are met:
D The vent system must be permanently installed per these installation instructions.
section for Combustion, Dilution and Ventilation Air in a |
confined space with air from outside. |
D The furnace heat exchanger, components, duct system, |
air filters and evaporator coils must be thoroughly |
cleaned following final construction clean−up. |
D All furnace operating conditions (including ignition, in- |
put rate, temperature rise and venting) must be verified |
according to these installation instructions. |
General
These instructions are intended as a general guide and do not supersede local codes in any way. Consult authorities having jurisdiction before installation.
In addition to the requirements outlined previously, the fol- lowing general recommendations must be considered when installing a EL280DF furnace:
DPlace the furnace as close to the center of the air dis- tribution system as possible. The furnace should also be located close to the chimney or vent termination point.
DDo not install the furnace where drafts might blow direct- ly into it. This could cause improper combustion and un- safe operation.
DDo not block the furnace combustion air openings with clothing, boxes, doors, etc. Air is needed for proper combustion and safe unit operation.
DWhen the furnace is installed in an attic or other insu- lated space, keep insulation away from the furnace.
NOTE − The Commonwealth of Massachusetts stipu- lates these additional requirements:
DGas furnaces shall be installed by a licensed plumb- er or fitter only.
DThe gas cock must be
DWhen a furnace is installed in an attic, the passage- way to and service area surrounding the equipment shall be floored.
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