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Rheem 90RJ Series - User Manual

Rheem 90RJ Series
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92-24161-32-08
SUPERSEDES 92-24161-32-07
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR UPFLOW & DOWNFLOW/HORIZONTAL HIGH
EFFICIENCY CONDENSING GAS FURNACES
90RJ AND 90TJ SERIES
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Rheem 90RJ Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Efficiency RatingHigh Efficiency
Model Series90RJ
Heating Capacity40, 000 - 120, 000 BTU
Fuel TypeNatural Gas or Propane
StagesSingle Stage
Warranty10-Year Parts Limited Warranty

Summary

INSTALLATION CHECK LIST

GENERAL INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMATION

General Safety Warnings

Crucial warnings about fire, explosion, injury, and death hazards.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS AND CONSIDERATIONS

CLEARANCE AND ACCESSIBILITY

DUCTING

Upflow Ducting

Instructions for connecting supply and return air ducts for upflow furnace configurations.

Downflow and Horizontal Ducting

Guidelines for duct connections for downflow and horizontal furnace installations.

VENTING AND COMBUSTION AIR PIPING

Venting and Combustion Air General Information

General principles for venting and combustion air requirements for furnace installations.

Overtemperature Safety Switches

Explanation of overtemperature safety switches and their function in furnace operation.

Existing Vent Systems

Guidance on how to handle existing vent systems when installing a new furnace.

Joining Pipe and Fittings

COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR

Non-Direct Furnace Installations

Requirements for providing adequate combustion and ventilation air for non-direct vent furnace installations.

Using Outdoor Air for Combustion

VENT PIPE INSTALLATION

Non-Direct Vent Installation Guidelines

Specific guidelines for installing non-direct vent piping, including slope, support, and clearances.

Non-Direct Vent Termination Location

DIRECT VENT INSTALLATIONS

Direct Vent Installation Guidelines

General guidelines for installing direct vent systems, covering piping and termination requirements.

Standard Vertical Terminations

Specifications for standard vertical termination of direct vent systems.

Standard Horizontal Terminations

Specifications for standard horizontal termination of direct vent systems.

Alternate Direct Vent Terminations

Alternative methods for direct vent termination, especially for higher snow levels or longer runs.

Concentric Terminations

Multiventing

Location Requirements for Horizontal Direct Vents

CONNECTING TO FURNACE

Upflow Furnace Connections

Instructions for connecting combustion air and vent pipes to the upflow furnace.

Downflow;Horizontal Furnace Connections

Instructions for connecting combustion air and vent pipes to downflow/horizontal furnaces.

CONDENSATE DRAIN AND NEUTRALIZER

Condensate Drain General Information

General information and precautions regarding condensate drainage and neutralizer installation.

Upflow Condensate Drain

Specifics on the condensate trap and drain routing for upflow furnace models.

Downflow Condensate Drain

Specifics on the condensate trap and drain routing for downflow furnace models.

Reversing the Condensate Trap

Filling the Condensate Trap

CONVERTING DOWNFLOW TO HORIZONTAL

Condensate Drain for Horizontal Installation

Steps to convert the condensate drain system for horizontal furnace installation.

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING

Gas Supply

Important warnings and requirements regarding the gas supply and conversion to LP gas.

Gas Piping

Guidelines for installing gas piping according to local codes and utility company requirements.

Gas Pressure

LP CONVERSION

LP Gas Orifice Installation

Procedure for installing LP gas orifices and ordering information based on altitude.

Canadian High-Altitude Derate Method

Alternative method for altitude derating in Canada using manifold pressure adjustments.

SETTING GAS PRESSURE

ELECTRICAL WIRING

Thermostat Installation and Wiring

Guidelines for installing and wiring room thermostats compatible with the furnace control board.

ACCESSORIES

Field-Installed Option Accessories

Information on optional accessories like electronic air cleaners and humidifiers.

Furnace Twinning Installations

Instructions for twinning two furnaces, including control board connections and requirements.

90+ HIGH ALTITUDE INSTRUCTIONS

High Altitude Conversion Kits

Details on high altitude conversion kits and instructions for recalculating orifice sizes.

High Altitude Option #278

Information on furnaces factory-converted for high altitude, including pressure switches and orifices.

LP Gas High Altitude Considerations

Canadian High-Altitude Derate Method

Alternative method for altitude derating in Canada using manifold pressure adjustments.

START-UP PROCEDURES

Starting the Furnace

Step-by-step instructions for starting the furnace operation.

Shutting Down the Furnace

Procedures for safely shutting down the furnace operation.

Sequence of Operation

Detailed explanation of the furnace's operational sequence, including ignition and safety controls.

Adjusting or Checking Furnace Input

Setting Input Rate

AIR FLOW

Temperature Rise Check

Procedure to check and verify the furnace's temperature rise for proper air flow.

SETTING BLOWER TIMINGS

MAINTENANCE

Filter Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining furnace filters for optimal performance.

System Operation Information

Annual Inspection and Maintenance

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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