Amana GULA User Manual

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WARNING
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
Comfort. Quality. Trust.
Heating
®
& Air Conditioning
GULA
Gas Fired Warm Air Furnace
User’s Information Manual
10318826 October 2002
You have purchased a high-efficiency, gas-fired, warm-air residential furnace. It is
designed to heat your home efficiently and safely. It is also designed to interface
with your cooling equipment and to assist in circulating conditioned air.
Your furnace functions are regulated by an integrated control module which re-
sponds to your home thermostat. This module controls all aspects of operation,
including safety and is designed to assure efficiency, reliability, comfort, and
safety.
Your furnace is built to provide many years of safe and dependable service, providing
it is properly installed and maintained. Take time to familiarize yourself with the
information concerning furnace installation, features, operation, and maintenance
contained within this manual.

Amana GULA Specifications

General

Brand	Amana
Model	GULA
Category	Furnace
Language	English

Summary

General Information

Unit Location

Details on selecting a safe and appropriate location for the furnace, considering clearances and combustible materials.

Unit Installation

Checks to ensure proper installation of the furnace, including flue vent, ductwork, and physical support.

Clearances and Accessibility

Specifies required clearances to combustible materials and for servicing the furnace unit.

Air Requirements

Emphasizes the need for adequate fresh air for combustion and ventilation to prevent hazards.

Combustion Air (Non-Direct Vent/Single Pipe)

Provides precautions for ensuring sufficient combustion air in non-direct vent installations.

Flue Pipe and Condensate Drainage

Details requirements for Category IV venting and managing condensate drainage to prevent hazards.

Indoor Humidity

Explains relative humidity and its impact on health and home comfort, with recommended levels.

For Propane (LP) Gas Installations Only

Provides critical safety warnings specific to propane gas furnace installations.

Operating Your Furnace

Furnace Operation

Describes the heating process, heat exchangers, and condensate production in the furnace.

Thermostat Functions

Explains how different thermostat types control furnace heating, cooling, and fan operation.

Integrated Control Module

Details the function of the control module in regulating furnace operations and safety circuits.

Gas Valve

Explains the role of the gas valve in regulating fuel flow to the burners.

Igniter

Describes the automatic electronic ignition device used for lighting the burners.

Blowers

Explains the function of the induced draft and circulator blowers, noting they are permanently lubricated.

Starting Your Furnace

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely putting the furnace into operation.

Shutting Down Your Furnace

Outlines the procedure for safely turning off the furnace and its components.

Safety Circuits

Integrated Control Module

Explains the control module's role in monitoring and responding to safety circuits and providing diagnostics.

Primary Limit

Describes the primary limit control that guards against overheating due to insufficient airflow.

Auxiliary Limit

Details the auxiliary limit control that monitors temperature and guards against overheating.

Rollout Limit

Explains the rollout limit sensor that detects improper burner flame behavior.

Pressure Switches

Describes pressure switches that monitor airflow for combustion and flue products.

Flame Sensor

Explains the flame sensor's function in detecting the presence or absence of flame.

Resetting From Lockout

Provides methods for resetting the furnace after a safety lockout condition occurs.

Routine Maintenance

Annual Inspection

Details essential checks for proper furnace operation and safety performed annually by a qualified technician.

Filters

Emphasizes the importance of clean filters for heating/cooling performance and potential fire hazards.

Filter Removal

Provides instructions for safely removing air filters from the furnace or ductwork.

Filter Cleaning and/or Replacement

Details procedures for cleaning or replacing furnace air filters according to manufacturer specifications.