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Bryant 986TB User Manual

Bryant 986TB
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986TB
TWOSTAGE, VARIABLESPEED MULTIPOISE
CONDENSING GAS FURNACE
SERIES A
Installation, Startup, Operating and
Service and Maintenance Instructions
NOTE: Read the entire instruction manual before starting the installation.
SECTION
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 3.........................
INTRODUCTION 4...................................
CODES AND STANDARDS 4...........................
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS 4...
ACCESSORIES 5.....................................
LOCATION 5........................................
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION 9..........
CONDENSATE TRAP 12...............................
CONDENSATE DRAIN 17.............................
INSTALLATION 21...................................
AIR DUCTS 31.......................................
GAS PIPING 35......................................
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 36.......................
VENTING 43........................................
STARTUP, ADJUSTMENT, AND SAFETY CHECK 68......
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 79........
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 86........................
PARTS REPLACEMENT GUIDE 94......................
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Portions of the text and tables are reprinted from the current edition
of NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1, with permission of National Fire
Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269 and American Gas
Association, Washington DC 20001. This reprinted material is not
the complete and official position of the NFPA or ANSI on the
referenced subject, which is represented only by the standard in its
entirety.
TABLE
Loose Parts Bag Contents 6..............................
Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials 6.............
Minimum Free Area Required 11.........................
Minimum Space Volumes 11.............................
Filter Size Information 25...............................
Opening Dimensions 27................................
Air Delivery CFM 32...................................
Maximum Capacity of Pipe 36...........................
Electrical Data 39......................................
Vent Termination Kit for Direct Vent (2Pipe) Systems 45......
CombustionAir Vent Pipe, Fitting & Cement Material.. 51.....
Maximum Allowable Exposed Vent Lengths Insulation 52......
Maximum Equivalent Vent Length 52......................
Deductions from Maximum Equivalent Vent Length 54........
Altitude Derate Multiplier for U.S.A. 77....................
Blower Off Delay Setup Switch 77........................
Gas Rate 77..........................................
Orifice Size and Manifold Pressure 78.....................
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Bryant 986TB Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model986TB
Heating Capacity60, 000 - 120, 000 BTU/h
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Blower TypeVariable Speed
StagesTwo-Stage

Summary

Installation, Start-up, Operating and Service and Maintenance Instructions

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

General Safety Warnings

Covers fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide hazards.

Furnace Reliability Hazards

Addresses potential unit component damage due to improper installation or operation.

INTRODUCTION

CODES AND STANDARDS

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS PROCEDURE

LOCATION

General Installation Guidelines

AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION

Direct Vent (2-Pipe) Air Requirements

Covers air requirements for direct-vent furnace installations.

Non-Direct Vent (1-Pipe) Air Requirements

Details air requirements for non-direct vent furnace installations.

Ventilated Combustion Air

Explains air requirements when using ventilated combustion air.

Indoor Combustion Air Standards

Indoor Air Standard Method

Details requirements for the Standard Method of indoor combustion air supply.

Indoor Air Known Infiltration Method

Explains requirements for the Known Air Infiltration Rate Method for indoor air.

Combination Indoor/Outdoor Air Method

Outlines requirements for systems using both indoor and outdoor air sources.

CONDENSATE TRAP

Upflow Condensate Trap Configuration

Instructions for the condensate trap in upflow installations.

Downflow Condensate Trap Configuration

Details condensate trap relocation for downflow installations.

Horizontal Condensate Trap Configuration

Describes condensate trap setup for horizontal installations.

CONDENSATE DRAIN CONNECTION

Upflow/Downflow Condensate Drain

Specifics for condensate drain routing in upflow/downflow positions.

Right Side Condensate Drain Connection

Step-by-step guide for right-side condensate drain installation.

Left Side Condensate Drain Connection

Step-by-step guide for left-side condensate drain installation.

INSTALLATION

Upflow Installation Procedures

Specific installation steps for upflow configurations.

Supply Air Duct Connections

Guidelines for connecting supply air ducts to the furnace.

Filter Arrangement

Filter and Duct Sizing

Guidance on sizing filters and return ducts for optimal performance.

AIR DUCTS

General Ductwork Requirements

Outlines standards and practices for duct system design and installation.

Return Duct Sizing Considerations

Factors to consider when sizing return air ductwork.

Ductwork Acoustical Treatment

Information on reducing noise transmission in duct systems.

GAS PIPING

Gas Piping Safety Warnings

Critical safety warnings related to gas piping installation and testing.

Gas Pipe Grommet Installation

Instructions for installing the gas pipe grommet, especially for direct vent.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Electrical Safety Warnings

Essential safety precautions for electrical work on the furnace.

115–V Wiring

J-Box Electrical Connections

Steps for making field line voltage connections using the J-box.

External Electrical Box Mounting

Instructions for mounting an external electrical box to the furnace casing.

Accessories

Alternate Power Supplies

VENTING

Canadian Venting Requirements

Specific rules for venting systems installed in Canada.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard (Venting)

General Venting Considerations

Vent Termination Support Recommendation

Optional Combustion Air Inlet Pipe Configuration

Ventilated Combustion Air System Details

Non-Direct Vent (1-Pipe) System Details

Optional Venting Below Furnace

Carbon Monoxide Hazard (Venting Below Furnace)

Vent Termination Location Guidelines

Optional Combustion Air Inlet Pipe Configuration

Combustion Air Inlet Moisture Trap

Additional Information for Polypropylene Venting Systems

Installing the Vent Termination

Roof Vent Terminations

Steps and considerations for installing vent terminations on a roof.

Concentric Vent Termination Installation

Instructions for installing concentric vent terminations.

Recommended Support for Vent Terminations

Recommendations for supporting vent terminations for stability and longevity.

Optional Vent Pipe Installation

Polypropylene Venting Systems Notice

Carbon Monoxide Hazard (Polypropylene Venting)

Venting System Length Calculations

Inside Corner Terminations

START-UP, ADJUSTMENT, AND SAFETY CHECK

Key Start-Up Procedures

Critical steps to follow before and during initial furnace operation.

Furnace Setup Switch Configuration

How to configure furnace settings using DIP switches for optimal operation.

Priming the Condensate Trap

Instructions for priming the condensate trap to ensure proper drainage.

SERVICE

Furnace Component Test

Steps to initiate and perform component tests for troubleshooting.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Air Filter Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning or replacing the air filter.

Blower Motor and Wheel Maintenance

Procedures for cleaning the blower motor and wheel for optimal airflow.

Electrical Controls and Wiring

Furnace Troubleshooting Guide

A guide to diagnosing and resolving furnace operational issues.

Retrieving Stored Fault Codes

How to access and interpret stored status codes for diagnostics.

Furnace Component Self-Test

Steps to perform a self-test of furnace components for verification.

Care and Maintenance

Air Filter Cleaning and Replacement

Steps for maintaining the air filter, including cleaning or replacement.

Blower Motor and Wheel Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the blower motor and wheel for efficiency.

Burner and Flame Sensor Cleaning

Collector Box and Drainage System Flushing

Cleaning Heat Exchangers

Primary Heat Exchanger Cleaning

Details on cleaning the primary heat exchangers to remove dirt or dust.

WINTERIZATION

SEQUENCE OF OPERATION

Two-Stage Heating Operation

Describes heating operation with a single-stage thermostat.

Cooling Mode Operation

Explains how the furnace operates in cooling mode with various thermostat types.

Heat Pump Operation Sequence

Sequence of operation when the furnace is used with a heat pump.

Troubleshooting Guide

PARTS REPLACEMENT INFORMATION GUIDE

Casing Parts

List of replaceable parts within the furnace casing.

Electrical Component Parts

List of replaceable electrical components.

Blower Assembly Parts

List of replaceable parts related to the blower assembly.

Gas Control Parts

List of replaceable parts for the gas control system.

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