English dropdown-ico

American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces manual

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

Go to page of

Similar user manuals

A good user manual

The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces, along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.

What is an instruction?

The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.

Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.

What should a perfect user manual contain?

First and foremost, an user manual of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards

Why don't we read the manuals?

Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the American Standard service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces.

Why one should read the manuals?

It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.

After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.

Table of contents for the manual

  • Page 1

    User’ s Inf ormation Guide Noncondensing Gas Fur naces Upflo w / Hor iz ontal and Downflo w / Horizontal Pub. No. 32-5034-02 ▲ WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDER WATER. IMMEDIATELY CALL A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE FURNACE AND TO REPLACE ANY PART OF THE CONTROL SYSTEM AND ANY GAS CONTROL WHICH HAS BEEN UND[...]

  • Page 2

    Page 2 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the installation in- structions provided with the furnace and this manual. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup[...]

  • Page 3

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 3 Filter maintenance reduces energy use. W ARNING: Disconnect power to the unit before removing the blower door. Failure to follow this warning could result in property damage, personal injury or death. A clean filter saves money. When the furnace circulates and filters the air in your home, dust and dirt particles build up[...]

  • Page 4

    Page 4 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 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. Always insert the chamfer (angle edged sides) end first. Filter Rack Assembly CHAMFER END OF FIL TER GO[...]

  • Page 5

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 5 Downflow Furnace Filters Downflow/Horizontal furnaces use 2 standard size perma- nent type air filters which may be located remote to the furnace or in the return air duct. Check with your dealer for the location of your filters. A downflow/horizontal furnace vertical return air filter application, as shown, features two [...]

  • Page 6

    Page 6 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 The problem solver . 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 [...]

  • Page 7

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 7 Maintenance information. Never stop the cooling system by shutting off the main power. If the main power to your air conditioner is ever discon- nected for more than three hours, turn off the thermostat. Then wait for at least three more hours after the power has been restored before turning the thermostat back on. Failur[...]

  • Page 8

    Page 8 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 For your safety. Furnace area must be kept clear and free of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liq- uids. Air for combustion and ventilation. The flow of combustion and ventilating air must not be obstructed from reaching the furnace. Air openings pro- vided in the casing of furnace must be k[...]

  • Page 9

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 9 5. Turn gas cock knob counterclockwise to “ON” marker. 6. Replace control access panel. 7. Turn on main electrical supply and set thermostat to desired setting. Combustion blower will start and ignition device will start to heat up. After approximately 15 seconds main gas valve will open and burners will ignite. 8. Wh[...]

  • Page 10

    Page 10 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Warranty Information I t’s always a good idea to keep records which will save you time and money. If it’s necessary to have your FURNACE repaired, the service man will want to know if your unit is still under Warranty. To save time, take a few minutes to record the following information here: Model Number:___________[...]

  • Page 11

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 11 The following warning complies with State of California law, Proposition 65. W ARNING: This product contains fiber glass wool insulation! Fiberglass dust and ceramic fibers are be- lieved by the state of California to cause cancer through inhalation. Glasswool fibers may also cause respiratory, skin, or eye irritation. P[...]

  • Page 12

    Page 12 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 American Standard Inc. 6200 Troup Highway Tyler, TX 75711-9010 Since the manuf acturer has a policy of continuous product and product data improvement, it reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice.[...]

  • Page 13

    User’ s Inf ormation Guide Noncondensing Gas Fur naces Upflo w / Hor iz ontal and Downflo w / Hor iz ontal Pub. No. 32-5034-02 ▲ WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDER WATER. IMMEDIATELY CALL A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE FURNACE AND TO REPLACE ANY PART OF THE CONTROL SYSTEM AND ANY GAS CONTROL WHICH HAS BEEN U[...]

  • Page 14

    Page 2 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the installation in- structions provided with the furnace and this manual. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup[...]

  • Page 15

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 3 Filter maintenance reduces energy use. W ARNING: Disconnect power to the unit before removing the blower door. Failure to follow this warning could result in property damage, personal injury or death. A clean filter saves money. When the furnace circulates and filters the air in your home, dust and dirt particles build up[...]

  • Page 16

    Page 4 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 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. Always insert the chamfer (angle edged sides) end first. Filter Rack Assembly CHAMFER END OF FIL TER GO[...]

  • Page 17

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 5 Downflow Furnace Filters Downflow/Horizontal furnaces use 2 standard size perma- nent type air filters which may be located remote to the furnace or in the return air duct. Check with your dealer for the location of your filters. A downflow/horizontal furnace vertical return air filter application, as shown, features two [...]

  • Page 18

    Page 6 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 The problem solver . 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 [...]

  • Page 19

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 7 Maintenance information. Never stop the cooling system by shutting off the main power. If the main power to your air conditioner is ever discon- nected for more than three hours, turn off the thermostat. Then wait for at least three more hours after the power has been restored before turning the thermostat back on. Failur[...]

  • Page 20

    Page 8 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 For your safety. Furnace area must be kept clear and free of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liq- uids. Air for combustion and ventilation. The flow of combustion and ventilating air must not be obstructed from reaching the furnace. Air openings pro- vided in the casing of furnace must be k[...]

  • Page 21

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 9 5. Turn gas cock knob counterclockwise to “ON” marker. 6. Replace control access panel. 7. Turn on main electrical supply and set thermostat to desired setting. Combustion blower will start and ignition device will start to heat up. After approximately 15 seconds main gas valve will open and burners will ignite. 8. Wh[...]

  • Page 22

    Page 10 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Warranty Information I t’s always a good idea to keep records which will save you time and money. If it’s necessary to have your FURNACE repaired, the service man will want to know if your unit is still under Warranty. To save time, take a few minutes to record the following information here: Model Number:___________[...]

  • Page 23

    Pub. No. 32-5034-02 Page 11 The following warning complies with State of California law, Proposition 65. W ARNING: This product contains fiber glass wool insulation! Fiberglass dust and ceramic fibers are be- lieved by the state of California to cause cancer through inhalation. Glasswool fibers may also cause respiratory, skin, or eye irritation. P[...]

  • Page 24

    Page 12 Pub. No. 32-5034-02 American Standard Inc. 6200 Troup Highway Tyler, TX 75711-9010 Since the manuf acturer has a policy of continuous product and product data improvement, it reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice.[...]