Rheem RGDJ User Manual

92-23531-70-01
SUPERSEDES 92-23531-70-00
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR UPFLOW (RGDG & RGDJ), UPFLOW/HORIZONTAL
(RGPH & RGPJ), HORIZONTAL ONLY (RGVH & RGVJ)
AND DOWNFLOW (RGLH & RGLJ) INDUCED DRAFT
GAS FURNACES
!
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a
fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal
injury or death.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE
INTENDED AS AN AID TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL FOR PROPER
INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT
AND OPERATION OF THIS
UNIT. READ THESE
INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY
BEFORE ATTEMPTING
INSTALLATION OR
OPERATION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN IMPROPER INSTALLATION,
ADJUSTMENT, SERVICE OR
MAINTENANCE, POSSIBLY
RESULTING IN FIRE,
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, CARBON
MONOXIDE POISONING,
EXPLOSION, PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH.
Do Not Destroy this Manual.
Please read carefully and keep
in a safe place for future
reference by a serviceman.
WARNING
Recognize this symbol as an indication of Important Safety Information!
!
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids, or other
combustible materials 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.
• Do not return to your home until
authorized by the gas supplier or fire
department.
— DO NOT RELY ON SMELL ALONE TO
DETECT LEAKS. DUE TO VARIOUS
FACTORS, YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO
SMELL FUEL GASES.
• U.L. recognized fuel gas and CO
detectors are recommended in all
applications, and their installation should
be in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations and/or local laws,
rules, regulations, or customs
— Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury,
property damage or death. Refer to this
manual. Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING
!
PROPOSITION 65: THIS FURNACE CONTAINS FIBERGLASS
INSULATION. RESPIRABLE PARTICLES OF FIBERGLASS ARE
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER.
EXHAUST GAS FROM THIS FURNACE CONTAINS CHEMICALS,
INCLUDING CARBON MONOXIDE, KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRO-
DUCTIVE HARM.
WARNING
!
FOR YOUR SAFETY
!

Rheem RGDJ Specifications

General

Brand	Rheem
Model	RGDJ
Category	Furnace
Language	English

Summary

For Your Safety

Gas Leak Detection and Response

Provides critical steps for responding to a gas leak, emphasizing safety and avoiding ignition sources.

Location Requirements and Considerations

Safety Warnings for Furnace Location

Prohibits mobile home installation and specifies orientation requirements to prevent hazards.

Clearance and Accessibility

Base Plate and Floor Installation

Mandates base plates for returns and prohibits direct installation on carpet/tile without a sub-base.

Site Selection Criteria

Combustible Material Proximity

Warns against placing combustibles near the furnace or vent pipe due to fire and explosion risks.

Combustion and Ventilation Air

Outside Air Requirement for Safety

Stresses the need for outside air to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning from inadequate combustion.

Combustion Air Standards and Sources

Venting Requirements

General Venting and Code Compliance

Mandates venting per instructions, National Fuel Gas Code, and local utility codes.

Vent Accessories and Category I Operation

Draft Inducer Vent Pipe Attachment

Instructs on predrilling holes for vent pipe attachment to prevent cracking.

Existing Vent Systems

Retrofit Venting Inspection and Testing

Emphasizes inspection, testing, and checking common venting systems when replacing a furnace.

Solid Fuel Appliance Venting Warning

Prohibits connecting to solid fuel appliance chimneys due to fire and CO risks.

Gas Supply and Piping

Gas Supply Conversion Safety

Warns about improper LP conversion kits and the need for qualified technicians.

Gas Piping Installation Standards

Covers local codes, line installation, shut-off valves, drip legs, and pipe compounds.

Gas Pressure Management

Supply and Manifold Pressure Settings

Leak Detection Safety Warning

Prohibits purging gas into the chamber or using open flames for leak checks due to explosion risks.

LP Gas Conversion and Orifice Sizing

LP Conversion Procedure and Orifice Selection

Setting Gas Pressure

Pressure Measurement and Adjustment

Electrical Wiring and Connections

Electrical Safety Precautions

Emphasizes disconnecting power, proper grounding, and polarity observance for electrical connections.

Start-Up Procedure

Hot Surface Ignition Operation

Explains the ignition sequence and operation of the hot surface igniter for lighting burners.

Furnace Start-Up and Shut-Down

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting and safely shutting down the furnace.

Sequence of Operation (Honeywell/UTEC)

Details the operational steps and safety checks for Honeywell/UTEC integrated controls.

Sequence of Operation (White Rodgers)

Ignition Failure and Lockout Handling

Air Flow and Temperature Rise

Importance of Proper Air Flow

Temperature Rise Check Procedure

Outlines steps for measuring temperature rise to verify correct air flow.

Safety Features and Controls

Limit Control and Overtemperature Switches

Explains high limit control and overtemperature switches that protect the furnace from overheating.

Pressure Switch Functionality

Maintenance and Filter Management

Filter Cleaning and Resizing

Instructs on filter maintenance and provides details for resizing filters for various furnace models.

System Operation and Annual Inspection

Annual Inspection and Maintenance

Vent System Leak Warning and Cleaning

Warns about toxic fumes from leaks and outlines procedures for cleaning vent systems.

Troubleshooting Integrated Furnace Controls

IFC Troubleshooting Flowchart (UTEC/Honeywell)

Step-by-step guide for diagnosing issues with UTEC/Honeywell integrated furnace controls.

Troubleshooting White Rodgers IFC

White Rodgers IFC Troubleshooting Flowchart

Step-by-step guide for diagnosing issues with White Rodgers 50A62-101 integrated furnace controls.

Troubleshooting UTEC IFC Controls

UTEC IFC Troubleshooting Flowchart

Step-by-step guide for diagnosing issues with UTEC 1012-925 integrated furnace controls.

Wiring Diagrams

UTEC/Honeywell IFC Wiring Diagram

White Rodgers IFC Wiring Diagram

UTEC IFC Wiring Diagram