All installations and services must be performed by qualified service personnel.
It is recommended that all single wall vent connectors connected to the MHA1/MDA1 Series furnaces have all seams and joints sealed with high temperature pressure sensitive aluminum tape or high temperature silicone rubber sealant as noted below.
1.High temperature, aluminum tape, having a temperature rating of 480°F or greater.
2.Dow Corning 736, General Electric RTV106 sealant, or equivalent, having a temperature rating of 480°F, or greater.
It is recommended that all vent connectors be insulated with 1.0" thick foil fiberglass or its equivalent to reduce the chance of condensation and prolong the life of the venting system. It is mandatory that vent connectors installed in or passing through an unheated space must be insulated in this manner to prevent condensate from forming in the connector or vent.
K. Sidewall Venting
:
•The MHA1/MDA1 Series furnaces SHALL NOT BE COMMON VENTED IF SIDEWALL VENTING IS EMPLOYED.
•Before sidewall venting the MHA1/MDA1 furnace, read and understand this section as well as the sidewall vent manufacturers instructions, which accompany the venting product. Failure to follow these instructions may cause unsafe conditions resulting in property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
•The sidewall venting system must be installed so as to avoid possible contact with concealed plumbing or electrical wiring.
•All joints between sections or fittings of the vent system must be sealed as recommended by the vent manufacturer.
•The proper operation of the vent system and appliance requires part specified by the vent or appliance manufacturer with no deletions or substitutions.
The MHA1/MDA1 series furnaces are approved for sidewall venting using only Field Controls SWGII Power Venter Kit specified below:
Model:
FIELD CONTROLS
2630 AIRPORT ROAD
KINSTON, NC 28504 (252)
AUTOMATED LITERATURE FAX:
19
