Rheem CRITERION II PLUS 2 LXE RGPL- SERIES User Manual

CRITERION
®
II PLUS 2 LXE
TWO STAGE 80% A.F.U.E.
✝
UPFLOW/HORIZONTAL
GAS FURNACES
The Rheem
®
Criterion II Plus 2 LXE line of upflow/horizontal
gas furnaces are designed for utility rooms, closets,
alcoves, or attics. Because of the Criterion’s low-profile
34 inch [864 mm] height, the upflow model installed
vertically can also be used to satisfy most applications
that traditionally call for a horizontal furnace.
The design is certified by CSA International.
Features
■ Patented Heat Exchanger, constructed of both stainless and
aluminized steel for the maximum in corrosion resistance.
■ Low profile “34 inch” [864 mm] design is lighter and easier
to handle, and leaves room for optional equipment.
■ Energy efficient and quiet ECM 2+ motor.
■ Improves cooling efficiency when matched with rated con-
densing unit and coil.
■ Constant CFM.
■ Dip switch settings for selectable heating temperature rise
and cooling airflow.
■ On-demand dehumidification terminal for improved com-
fort in cooling mode.
■ Convertible from upflow to horizontal left or right without
field conversion.
■ Left or right side gas and electric inlet connections.
■ All models equipped with remote sense feature, an inte-
grated board with humidifier and electronic air cleaner
hookups.
■ Insulated blower compartment, a slow-open gas valve, a
specially designed draft inducer motor and blower motor
make it one of the quietest furnaces on the market today.
■ Pre-paint galvanized steel cabinet.
■ Molded permanent filter.
■ Grab-holes in doors to aid in easy door removal and
replacement.
■ Compatible with single or two-stage thermostat. (For opti-
mal performance, two-stage thermostat recommended.)
A variety of cooling coils and plenums designed to use with
Rheem Criterion II Plus 2 LXE gas furnaces are available as
optional accessories.
✝A.F.U.E. (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) calculated in accordance with Department of
Energy test procedures.
FORM NO. G11-473 REV. 5
Supersedes Form No. G11-473 Rev. 4
GAS FURNACES
ISO 9001:2000
Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency - AFUE
THIS MODEL
ENER UIDE
97%78%
HIGH
MID
82% 88%
80.0%
RGPL- SERIES
ECM Equipped
Models with Input Rates from
50,000 to 125,000 BTU/HR
[15 to 37 kW]
(U.S. & Canadian Models)

Rheem CRITERION II PLUS 2 LXE RGPL- SERIES Specifications

General

Brand	Rheem
Model	CRITERION II PLUS 2 LXE RGPL- SERIES
Category	Furnace
Language	English

Summary

GAS FURNACES INTRODUCTION

RGPL-SERIES Product Line

Overview of Rheem RGPL-SERIES ECM equipped gas furnaces.

CRITERION II PLUS 2 LXE Series

Details on the two-stage, 80% AFUE upflow/horizontal gas furnace models.

Key Features

Highlights the main technological and performance features of the furnace.

FURNACE COMPONENTS AND SAFETY

Standard Equipment Details

Lists and describes the standard components included in the furnace.

Optional Equipment

Lists available optional accessories for the furnace.

Critical Safety Warning

Important notice regarding furnace installation and usage in mobile homes.

PHYSICAL DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS

Upflow Model Specifications

Detailed physical data and specifications for upflow models.

Limited Warranty Terms

Outlines the general terms of the limited warranty for the furnace.

Model Identification System

Explains the coding system used to identify different furnace models.

UPFLOW INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

Upflow Dimensions

Provides detailed dimensional drawings for upflow installation.

Clearance Requirements

Specifies required clearances to combustible materials for upflow models.

HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

Horizontal Dimensions

Provides detailed dimensional drawings for horizontal installation.

Horizontal Clearance Requirements

Specifies required clearances to combustible materials for horizontal models.

ACCESSORIES AND HIGH ALTITUDE OPTIONS

Upflow Accessories

Details side return filter racks and return air cabinets for upflow models.

Fossil Fuel Kit

Information on the RXPF-F01 and RXPF-F02 fossil fuel kits.

High Altitude Kit

Requirements and options for installing furnaces at high altitudes.

BLOWER PERFORMANCE DATA

Upflow/Horizontal Models Blower Specs

Provides blower size, motor H.P., speed, and CFM data for models.