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Rheem RGFE User Manual

Rheem RGFE
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92-24161-75-00
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR RGFE UPFLOW, RGGE DOWNFLOW & RGJF DEDICATED
HORIZONTAL HIGH EFFICIENCY MODULATING CONDENSING
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.
RECOGNIZE THIS SYMBOL AS AN INDICATION OF IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION!
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 POISON-
ING, EXPLOSION, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
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 u
ntil 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 installa-
tion 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 injur
y, property
damage or death. Refer to this manual. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier. In the commonwealth of Massachusetts, installation
must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter for appropriate fuel.
ISO 9001:2008
RGFE
RGGE
RGJF
MODULATING
THERMOSTAT
INSTALLATION
SEE PAGE 112
MODULATING
COMMUNICATING
THERMOSTAT
INSTALLATION
SEE PAGE 122
DO NOT EXCHANGE MEMORY CARDS BETWEEN 2 OR MORE DIFFERENT FURNACES. DOING
SO COULD RESULT IN UNEXPECTED OPERATION INCLUDING INADEQUATE AIRFLOW DUR-
ING HEATING (AND OTHER MODES) OR A LOSS OF HEAT.
!
WARNING
This Memory Card must be removed (broken away) from the
furnace control when the control is replaced. The card must
be inserted into the connector at J15 of the replacement con-
trol. Failure to retain this memory card with the furnace when
replacing the furnace control could result in no operation
when the furnace control is replaced.

Table of Contents

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Rheem RGFE Specifications

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BrandRheem
ModelRGFE
CategoryFurnace
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

MASSACHUSETTS VENTING REQUIREMENTS

Specific safety compliance for side wall vented gas appliances in MA.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Crucial warnings regarding fire, explosion, and carbon monoxide.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

GARAGE INSTALLATION SAFETY

Precautions for installing furnaces in residential garages.

OVERTEMPERATURE LIMITS AND SAFETY SWITCHES

Warnings against bypassing safety devices and proper reset procedures.

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

GAS SUPPLY CHECKLIST ITEMS

Verification points for gas supply, pressure, and leaks.

ELECTRICAL CHECKLIST ITEMS

Verification points for electrical supply, polarity, and grounding.

VENTING CHECKLIST ITEMS

Verification points for direct and non-direct vent systems.

EFFICIENCY AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY

DUCT LEAKAGE HAZARDS

Risks associated with duct leaks, including pollutant migration.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS AND CONSIDERATIONS

SITE SELECTION GUIDELINES

COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL WARNING

Precautions regarding placement of combustible materials near the furnace.

DUCTING INSTALLATION

DUCT LEAKAGE AND AIRFLOW MANAGEMENT

Importance of sealed ducts and adequate airflow for system performance.

VENTING AND COMBUSTION AIR PIPING

GENERAL VENTING INFORMATION

Overview of venting principles and potential hazards.

JOINING PIPE AND FITTINGS

PVC SOLVENT CEMENT AND PRIMER SAFETY

Safety precautions for handling and using PVC solvent cements.

DIRECT VENT PIPE INSTALLATION

DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Rules and requirements for direct vent system setup.

HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS

CONDENSATE DRAIN AND NEUTRALIZER

GENERAL CONDENSATE DRAIN INFORMATION

Basic rules for condensate drain setup and freeze protection.

CONDENSATE DRAIN FOR HORIZONTAL (RGJF) INSTALLATION

RGJF MODELS REQUIRE DRAIN TRAP ATTACHMENT

Essential step for RGJF models: attaching the condensate drain trap.

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING

GAS SUPPLY CONVERSION TO LP

Process and requirements for converting furnace to LP gas.

GAS PIPING INSTALLATION

Guidelines for proper installation of gas lines according to codes.

GAS PRESSURE AND VALVE

GAS VALVE TYPES AND OPERATION

Details on stepper/servo and solenoid controlled gas valves.

LP CONVERSION PROCEDURES

ORIFICE SELECTION FOR LP CONVERSION

Crucial steps for selecting correct orifices for LP gas.

SETTING GAS PRESSURE

SUPPLY GAS PRESSURE MEASUREMENT

Procedure for measuring and adjusting gas supply pressure.

ELECTRICAL WIRING

ELECTRICAL WIRING SAFETY WARNINGS

Critical safety precautions before making electrical connections.

ELECTRICAL CHECKS

LINE POWER AND POLARITY CHECK

Verifying voltage supply and correct wire polarity.

HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS

HIGH ALTITUDE CONVERSION KITS

Details on specific kits required for high-altitude operation.

ORIFICE SELECTION FOR HIGH ALTITUDE APPLICATIONS

Adjusting orifices based on altitude and gas heating value.

INTEGRATED FURNACE CONTROL (I.F.C.)

SPECIAL CONFIGURATION – COMMUNICATING THERMOSTAT AND FURNACE WITH NON-COMMUNICATING CONDENSER

STARTUP FOR SYSTEMS CONFIGURED WITH COMMUNICATIONS

Initial system setup procedure for communicating systems.

MEMORY CARD FUNCTIONS

RULES FOR FURNACE SHARED DATA

Guidelines for managing furnace shared data for communicating systems.

REPLACING THE FURNACE CONTROL

MEMORY CARD TRANSFER PROCEDURE

Essential steps for transferring the memory card to a new control.

DIPSWITCHES

FURNACE OPERATION MODES

SW3 DIPSWITCH FUNCTIONS

DIPSWITCH BANK SW4 SETTINGS

COMMUNICATING SYSTEMS OVERVIEW

LIST OF FAULT CODES

Table detailing fault codes and their descriptions.

STARTUP FOR SYSTEMS CONFIGURED WITH COMMUNICATIONS

ACTIVE FAULT CODES WITH COMMUNICATING SYSTEMS

FURNACE OPERATION HISTORY AND SETUP MENUS

START-UP PROCEDURES

SEQUENCE OF OPERATION

MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

DIAGNOSING COMMON FAULTS

Flowchart to help diagnose and resolve operational issues.

FURNACE FAULT CODES AND SOLUTIONS

NO SHARED DATA FAULT CODE

Troubleshooting steps for 'No Shared Data' error.

AIRFLOW MISMATCH FAULT CODE

Troubleshooting steps for 'Airflow Mismatch' error.

THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

INSTALLER/CONFIGURATION MENU

COMMUNICATING THERMOSTATS

(-)HC-TST550CMMS THERMOSTAT FEATURES

CHANGING FURNACE SETUP ITEMS

THERMOSTAT ADVANCED MENUS

ADJUSTING SETUP ITEMS

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