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American Standard Gas Furnaces manual

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  • Page 1

    Gas Furnaces — Non-Condensing Fan Assisted Combustion System Upflow / Horizontal and Downflow / Horizontal User’s Information Guide Contents ▲ WARNING ! DO NOT USE THIS UNIT IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDER W A TER. IMMEDIA TELY CALL A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE FURNACE AND TO RE- PLACE ANY PART OF THE CONTROL SYSTEM AND ANY GAS CO[...]

  • Page 2

    © 2002 American Standard Inc. All Rights Reser ve d 32-5034-04 User’ s Infor mation A variety of potential sources of carbon monoxide can be found in a building or dwelling such as gas-fired clothes dryers, gas cooking stoves, water heaters, furnaces and fireplaces. The U .S . Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends that users of gas-burni[...]

  • Page 3

    32-5034-04 3 User’ s Infor mation Outlet Pressure Boss Outlet Pressure Boss On/Off Swi Swi tch In let Pressure let Pressure Boss Boss (opt.) Regulator Adj Adj ust ust NO TE THE LOCA TION OF THE MANU AL MAIN GAS SHUT -OFF V AL VE FOR Y OUR FURNA CE. Have your installer or servicer show you the location if you have any questions. Your furnace may h[...]

  • Page 4

    4 32-5034-04 User’ s Infor mation Airf low Typical Upflow Right Side Return Filter Installation A clean filter saves money. When the furnace circulates and filters the air in your home, dust and dirt particles build up on the filter. Excessive accumulation can block the airflow, forcing the unit to work harder to maintain desired temperatures. An[...]

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    32-5034-04 5 User’ s Infor mation UPFLO W/HORIZONT AL WITH FIL TER KIT The filter rails are spring loaded for automatic adjustment to allow standard size, locally obtainable replacement filters. The filter rack itself slides to adjust to the required width needed for bottom or side return. Alw ays insert the chamfer (angle edged sides) end first.[...]

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    6 32-5034-04 User’ s Infor mation A furnace is not a household appliance. It is complex and requires professional maintenance and repair. That’s why attempts at “do-it-yourself ” repairs on an in- warranty unit may void the remainder of your warranty. Other than performing the simple maintenance recom- mended in this manual, you should not [...]

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    32-5034-04 7 User’ s Infor mation ▲ WARNING ! CARBON MONO XIDE POISONING HAZARD Failure to follow the installation and operation instructions for the venting system’s operation could result in carbon monoxide poisoning or death. Regular Dealer Maintenance Never stop the cooling system by shutting off the main power. If the main power to your [...]

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    8 32-5034-04 User’ s Infor mation 3. IGNITER – This unit has a special hot surface direct ignition device that automatically lights the burners. Please note that it is very fragile and should be handled with care. ▲ CAUTION ! Do not touch igniter. It is extremely hot. 4. BURNER – Gas burners do not normally require scheduled servicing, howe[...]

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    32-5034-04 9 User’ s Infor mation Extended warranties are available from the manufacturer through your dealer. The limited warranty is backed by the manufacturer and any representations made about extending the limited warranty would be backed by the manufacturer if and only if an extended warranty agreement was received from the manufacturer . L[...]

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    10 32-5034-04 User’ s Infor mation Extended warranties are available from the manufacturer through your dealer. The limited warranty is backed by the manufacturer and any representations made about extending the limited warranty would be backed by the manufacturer if and only if an extended warranty agreement was received from the manufacturer . [...]

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    Notes 32-5034-04 11 User’ s Infor mation[...]

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    P .I. 11/02 Since the manufacturer has a policy of continuous product and product data improvement, it reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. American Standard Inc. 6200 Troup Highway Tyler, TX 75707 For more information contact your local dealer (distributor)[...]