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Rheem RGRK SERIES User Manual

Rheem RGRK SERIES
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92-24161-36-22
SUPERSEDES 92-24161-36-21
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR UPFLOW AND DOWNFLOW/HORIZONTAL
HIGH EFFICIENCY CONDENSING TWO-STAGE
GAS FURNACES
RGRK, RGRL, AND RGTK SERIES
ISO 9001:2008
U.L. recognized fuel gas and CO (carbon monoxide) 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.

Questions and Answers:

Rheem RGRK SERIES Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryFurnace
Product SeriesRGRK
Fuel TypeGas
Input BTU/h Range40, 000 - 120, 000 BTU/h
WarrantyLimited lifetime heat exchanger warranty, 10-year parts warranty

Summary

Installation Check List

General Information

Important Information About Efficiency and Indoor Air Quality

Safety Information

Combustion Product & Filter Warnings

Warnings regarding combustion product discharge and the critical role of air filters for furnace operation and safety.

Mobile Home & Garage Installation Warnings

Prohibits mobile home installation; mandates specific safety clearances for garage installations.

Construction Site Operation

Outlines requirements for furnace operation in buildings under construction, including safety checks.

Duct Leakage & Pollutant Migration Warnings

Hazards of duct leaks causing air imbalance and migration of pollutants into living spaces.

Massachusetts Specific Requirements

Mandates CO detectors, signage, and inspection compliance for MA installations.

Location Requirements and Considerations

Site Selection

Guidelines for choosing furnace location, considering ductwork, gas piping, and clearances.

Clearances and Accessibility

Importance of proper clearances to combustibles and accessibility for maintenance and service.

Ducting

Upflow Ducting

Proper positioning, return air, and supply air connections for upflow furnace installations.

Downflow/Horizontal Ducting

Ducting considerations for downflow and horizontal furnace installations, including air sealing.

Venting and Combustion Air Piping

General Venting & Safety Info

Guidelines for proper venting, combustion air, and safety switches for furnace operation.

Existing Vent Systems

Procedures for integrating the furnace with existing vent systems, ensuring safe operation.

Combustion and Ventilation Air

Non-Direct Furnace Air

Requirements for combustion and ventilation air in non-direct furnace installations.

Confined Space Air

Guidelines for providing adequate combustion air in confined spaces.

Vent Pipe Installation

Non-Direct Vent Installation

Rules for installing vent pipes, including slope, support, and termination.

Alternate Tee Termination

Specifics for elevated tee terminations to clear anticipated snow levels.

Direct Vent Installations

Direct Vent Installation

Requirements for direct vent installations, including piping and kits.

Direct Vent Combustion Air

Specific requirements for direct vent combustion air supply and termination.

Concentric Terminations Vertical/Horizontal Concentric Vent Kit No. (-)XGY-E03A

Location Requirements Horizontal Direct Vents

Connecting to Furnace

Upflow Furnace Connections

Connecting vent and combustion air pipes to the upflow furnace.

Downflow/Horizontal Connections

Connecting vent and combustion air pipes to downflow/horizontal furnaces.

Condensate Drain/Neutralizer

Upflow Condensate Drain/Neutralizer

Details on condensate trap location, connections, and neutralizer use for upflow models.

Condensate Trap Conversion From Downflow to Horizontal Installation

Gas Supply and Piping

Gas Supply & Conversion Warnings

Warnings and requirements for natural gas supply and conversion to LP.

Gas Piping Installation

Guidelines for installing gas piping according to codes and standards.

LP Conversion

LP Orifice Ordering Information

Information on selecting and ordering replacement orifices for LP conversion.

Setting Gas Pressure

Electrical Wiring

Field-Installed Optional Accessories

Isolation Relay

Importance and wiring of isolation relays for certain thermostats.

Electronic Air Cleaner Connection

How to connect an electronic air cleaner to the furnace control.

Humidifier Connection

How to connect a humidifier to the furnace control for operation.

Alternate Drain Kit for Downflow Models

Details on the optional drain kit for downflow models.

Furnace Twinning Installations

Two-Stage Twinning with Single-Stage Thermostat

Configuring twinned furnaces for single-stage thermostat operation.

Two-Stage Operation Configuration

Setting up twinned furnaces for two-stage operation with a two-stage thermostat.

90+ High Altitude Instructions

Natural Gas High Altitude Considerations

Requirements for installing furnaces at high altitudes for natural gas.

LP Gas High Altitude Considerations

Requirements for installing furnaces at high altitudes for LP gas.

Start-Up Procedures

Ignitor Placement & Sequences

Proper ignitor setup and operational sequences for single/two-stage thermostats.

Adjusting or Checking Furnace Input

Gas Input Adjustment & Settings

How to adjust furnace input for natural gas, LP gas, and setting the input rate.

Air Flow

Temperature Rise Check

How to perform a temperature rise check to verify correct airflow for optimal performance.

Gas Furnace (Direct Drive) Instructions for Changing Blower Speed

Maintenance

Filter Maintenance

Importance of filter maintenance and how to access and clean filters.

Filter Specs & Locations

Details on filter sizes and where to locate them for different furnace models.

Motor Lubrication

Information on motor lubrication requirements and cleaning procedures.

System Operation Advisories

Advising the customer on system operation for efficiency and longevity.

Annual Inspection Recommendations

Recommendations for annual inspection of furnace components for safe operation.

Troubleshooting

Wiring Diagram

Reference to the complete wiring diagram for electrical troubleshooting.

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