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Rheem RGPJ - User Manual

Rheem RGPJ
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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
!
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Rheem RGPJ Specifications

General IconGeneral
Heat ExchangerAluminized Steel
StagesSingle Stage
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Input BTU40, 000 - 120, 000 BTU/hr
IgnitionDirect Spark
Warranty10-Year Limited

Summary

Safety Precautions

General Warnings

Critical warnings about fire, explosion, injury, and death risks associated with improper installation or operation.

Location Requirements and Considerations

Clearance and Accessibility

Details required clearances to combustibles and necessary service access space.

Combustion and Ventilation Air

Combustion Air Needs

Explains the necessity of fresh air for combustion and ventilation of flue gases to prevent CO poisoning.

Vent Pipe Installation

Gas Supply and Piping

Gas Supply and Conversion

Details factory configuration for natural gas and LP conversion kit requirements.

Gas Piping Installation

Covers local codes, shut-off valves, drip legs, unions, and pressure testing for gas lines.

Gas Pressure Settings

Specifies natural and LP gas pressure requirements and measurement procedures.

Electrical Wiring

Electrical Connections

Details power supply, grounding, circuit requirements, polarity, and thermostat compatibility.

Start-Up Procedures

Hot Surface Ignition Lighting

Step-by-step instructions for lighting the furnace with hot surface ignition and sequence of operation.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Flowcharts

Guides for diagnosing and resolving furnace operational issues using model-specific flowcharts.

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