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ICP G9MXE User Manual

ICP G9MXE
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These instructions must be read and understood completely before attempting installation.
Safety Labeling and Signal Words
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE
The signal words DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION, and NOTE are used to identify levels of
hazard seriousness. The signal word DANGER is
only used on product labels to signify an immediate
hazard. The signal words WARNING, CAUTION,
and NOTE will be used on product labels and
throughout this manual and other manual that may
apply to the product.
DANGER - Immediate hazards which will result in
severe personal injury or death.
Signal Words in Manuals
The signal word WARNING is used throughout
this manual in the following manner:
The signal word CAUTION is used throughout
this manual in the following manner:
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which
could result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which
may result in minor personal injury or product or
property damage.
NOTE - Used to highlight suggestions which will
result in enhanced installation, reliability, or
operation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Signal Words on Product Labeling
Signal words are used in combination with
colors and/or pictures or product labels.
Zt& Safety-alert symbol
When you see this symbol on the unit and in
instructions or manuals, be alert to the
potential for personal injury.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS .............................. 3
INTRODUCTION ......................................... 4
CODES AND STANDARDS ................................ 4
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) ..................... 5
DIMENSIONS ........................................... 6
LOCATION RELATIVE TO COOLING EQUIPMENT ........... 8
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION ................ 9
CONDENSATE TRAP .................................... 12
INSTALLATION .......................................... 19
UPFLOW INSTALLATION ................................. 19
DOWNFLOW INSTALLATION .............................. 20
HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION ............................. 21
AIR DUCTS ............................................. 27
GAS PIPING ............................................. 27
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ............................. 29
J-BOX INSTALLATION ................................... 31
VENTING ............................................... 36
SPECIAL VENTING REQUIREMENTS FOR
INSTALLATIONS IN CANADA ............................. 36
DIRECT VENT / 2-PIPE SYSTEM .......................... 40
VENTILATED COMBUSTION AIR .......................... 4t
TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROVINCES
OF ALBERTA AND SASKATCHEWAN ...................... 4t
INSTALLING THE VENT TERMINATION .................... 50
MAXIMUM EQUIVALENT VENT LENTH ..................... 55
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE EXPOSED VENT LENGTHS ........ 58
(SO9001)
Use of the AHR( Certified TM Mark indicates a
manufacturer's participation in the program.
For verification of certification for individual
products, go to www.ahridirectory.org .
INSTALLER: Affix these instructions on or adjacent to the
furnace.
CONSUMER: Retain these instructions for future
reference.
Portions of the text and tables are reprinted from NFPA 54/ANS( Z223.1-2009_<;P, 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.
PrintedinU.S.A. 440 01 4001 04 July2012
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ICP G9MXE Specifications

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BrandICP
ModelG9MXE
CategoryFurnace
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Labeling and Signal Words

Signal Words in Manuals

Details how WARNING and CAUTION are used in installation instructions.

Signal Words on Product Labeling

Describes how signal words are used with colors and pictures on product labels.

Massachusetts Installation Requirements

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installation

Details requirements for CO detectors, signage, and inspection.

Exemptions and Manufacturer Requirements

Covers exemptions and manufacturer's responsibilities for venting systems.

Safety Considerations

General Warnings and Hazards

Details fire, explosion, electrical shock, CO poisoning, and furnace reliability hazards.

Installation Guidelines

Provides numbered instructions for safe and proper furnace installation practices.

Codes and Standards

Safety Standards

References US and Canadian safety codes like NFPA and CSA.

General Installation Standards

References US and Canadian codes for general installation practices.

Accessories

Accessory List Reference

Directs users to specification sheets for a list of available furnace accessories.

Location Requirements

Installation Location Hazards

Details hazards related to furnace placement and environmental factors.

Outdoor Air Requirements for Combustion

Lists conditions requiring outdoor air for combustion due to chemical exposures.

Prohibited and Specific Installation Locations

Location Relative to Cooling Equipment

Discusses proper placement of the cooling coil relative to the furnace.

Air for Combustion and Ventilation

Ventilation System Types and Hazards

Covers direct, non-direct, ventilated systems and associated hazards.

Outdoor Combustion Air Method

Details requirements for providing combustion air from outdoors.

Indoor Combustion Air Methods

NFPA & AGA Standards

References national standards for indoor combustion air methods.

Standard and Known Air Infiltration Methods

Details requirements for standard and known air infiltration methods.

Combination of Indoor and Outdoor Air

Calculating Required Openings

Details calculations for determining vent and duct opening sizes.

Condensate Trap Installation

Upflow Orientation

Specifics for condensate trap installation in the upflow furnace position.

Downflow Orientation

Steps for relocating the condensate trap for downflow installation.

Condensate Trap - Horizontal Orientation

Relocating the Condensate Trap

Details steps for repositioning the trap for proper drainage in horizontal setups.

Condensate Drain Connection

Drainage Hazards and Precautions

Covers risks of freezing, bursting pipes, and property damage.

Upflow/Downflow Orientation Drainage

Specifics for drain connection in upflow/downflow positions.

Right Side Condensate Drain Installation

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

Horizontal Condensate Drain Connection

Horizontal Orientation Considerations

Details regarding clearance, servicing, and drain line routing in horizontal setups.

Installation Procedures

Upflow Installation

Specific steps and considerations for upflow furnace installation.

Supply Air and Return Air Connections

Instructions for connecting supply and return air ducts to the furnace.

Downflow Installation and Leveling

Side Return Air Inlet and Leveling Legs

Details on side return air inlets and installing leveling legs.

Downflow Supply Air Connections

Instructions for connecting supply air ducts in downflow configurations.

Return Air and Horizontal Installation

Return Air Inlet Configurations

Details various configurations and restrictions for return air inlets.

Horizontal Installation Methods

Outlines methods for installing the furnace horizontally.

Furnace Support and Mounting

Suspended Furnace Support

Instructions for supporting the furnace using rods and angle iron.

Platform Furnace Support

Guidelines for constructing a working platform for furnace installation.

Filter Arrangement and Airflow

Roll-Out Protection and Supply Air

Covers flame roll-out protection and supply air duct connections.

Return Air Inlet Options

Discusses bottom and side return air inlet configurations.

Filter Installation Guidelines

Provides instructions for installing filters and warnings about operating without them.

Return Air Configurations

Downflow Return Air

Illustrates return air configurations and restrictions for downflow setups.

Upflow Return Air

Illustrates return air configurations and restrictions for upflow setups.

Horizontal Return Air

Illustrates return air configurations and restrictions for horizontal setups.

External Filter Cabinet Options

Shows options for external filter cabinet installations.

Air Ducts and Gas Piping

Air Duct Design and Treatment

Details duct system design, acoustical treatment, and general requirements.

Gas Piping Installation Hazards

Highlights fire and explosion hazards associated with gas piping.

Gas Piping Installation

Gas Piping Requirements and Hazards

Covers code compliance, hazards, and specific requirements for Massachusetts.

Gas Pipe Grommet Installation

Instructions for installing the gas pipe grommet for direct vent applications.

Gas Valves and Electrical Connections

Gas Valve Types and Gas Entry

Describes gas valve configurations and gas entry options.

Electrical Connection Hazards

Highlights electrical shock and fire hazards related to wiring.

115-V Wiring and Connections

Wiring Requirements and Hazards

Covers wiring practices, polarity, voltage checks, and fire hazards.

J-Box Installation and Wiring Diagrams

J-Box Installation Procedures

Step-by-step guide for installing the J-box and associated wiring.

Field Wiring and Connections

Power Cord and BX Cable Installation

Instructions for installing power cords and BX cables in the J-box.

24-V Wiring

Details on making 24-V field connections for thermostats and accessories.

Thermostats, Accessories, and Power Supplies

Thermostat and Control Settings

Details on configuring thermostats for different furnace models.

Accessory Connections

Instructions for connecting electronic air cleaners, humidifiers, and other accessories.

Alternate Power Supply Considerations

Guidance on using generators or other alternate power sources.

Venting Systems

General Venting Requirements

Outlines planning, assembly, and general requirements for venting systems.

Special Venting Requirements for Canada

Details Canadian code compliance for venting systems using specific materials.

Venting System Details and Materials

Venting System Hazards and Procedures

Details CO poisoning hazards and safe venting system installation procedures.

Venting Materials (USA and Canada)

Lists approved materials for combustion air and vent pipes in the US and Canada.

Venting System Configurations

Venting System Types and Requirements

Covers direct vent, ventilated combustion air, and non-direct vent systems.

Vent Termination Support and Options

Information on supporting vent terminations and optional configurations.

Locating the Vent Termination

General Termination Guidelines

Covers termination requirements, clearances, and support recommendations.

Direct Vent / 2-Pipe System Termination

Specifics for locating direct vent terminations.

Alberta and Saskatchewan Termination Requirements

Ventilated Combustion Air Termination

Details for terminating ventilated combustion air systems.

Alberta and Saskatchewan Specific Requirements

Outlines minimum distances and plume redirection rules for Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Direct Vent Termination Details

Roof and Side Termination

Covers roof, concentric, and side wall termination methods.

Direct Vent Termination Hazards

Addresses hazards related to direct vent terminations.

Vent and Combustion Air Pipe Sizing

Venting System Hazards and Options

Covers hazards, optional configurations, and pipe sizing generalities.

Pipe Sizing and Moisture Trap

Details pipe sizing logic and the installation of an optional moisture trap.

Polypropylene Venting Systems and Length Calculations

Polypropylene Venting System Information

Details specific considerations for polypropylene vent systems and metric conversions.

Total Equivalent Vent Length Calculation

Explains how to calculate total equivalent vent length for system sizing.

Furnace Configuration and Vent Piping

Combustion Air and Vent Piping Insulation

Guidelines for insulating combustion air and vent piping.

Furnace Configuration and Vent Installation Hazards

Details hazards during furnace setup and vent pipe installation.

Furnace Vent Elbow Configurations

Inducer Vent Elbow Adjustment

Specific steps for rotating and clamping the inducer vent elbow.

Upflow and Downflow Vent Configurations

Details on vent elbow positioning for upflow and downflow installations.

Horizontal Vent Configurations

Horizontal Left Vent Configurations

Shows vent elbow arrangements for horizontal left installations.

Horizontal Right Vent Configurations

Shows vent elbow arrangements for horizontal right installations.

Vent Pipe and Combustion Air Adapters

Adapter Installation Hazards and Notes

Covers hazards and important notes related to adapter installation.

Installing Vent and Combustion Air Adapters

Step-by-step guide for attaching adapters and pipes.

Optional Vent Pipe Installation

Optional Vent Pipe Installation Procedure

Detailed steps for installing the optional vent pipe system.

Polypropylene Venting System Notice

Warnings and instructions specific to polypropylene venting systems.

Installing the Vent Termination

Roof Termination Methods

Covers roof termination, concentric vents, and associated warnings.

Two-Pipe and Single-Pipe Termination

Details for terminating two-pipe and single-pipe vent systems.

Inducer Outlet Restrictor

Inducer Outlet Restrictor Installation

Steps for installing the restrictor to improve efficiency and operation.

Vent Termination Locations

Crawl Space Vent Termination

Diagram and notes for vent termination in crawl spaces.

Attic Vent Termination

Diagram and notes for vent termination in attics.

Direct Vent Termination Clearances

National Code Clearances and Notes

Presents table of clearances and related notes for direct vent systems.

Ventilated Combustion Air Clearances

National Code Clearances and Notes

Presents table of clearances and related notes for ventilated systems.

Venting System Length Calculations

Venting System Length Calculation Method

Details the process of calculating total equivalent vent length using tables and formulas.

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