Carrier 48ES---A - Manual (Page 9)

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Step 6 — Connect Condensate Drain
NOTE: When installing condensate drain connection be sure to
comply with local codes and restrictions.
Model 48ES--A disposes of condensate water through a 3/4 in.
NPT fitting which exits through the base on the evaporator coil
access side. See Fig. 3 & 4 for location.
Condensate water can be drained directly onto the roof in rooftop
installations (where permitted) or onto a gravel apron in ground
level installations. Install a field--supplied 2--in. (51 mm)
condensate trap at the end of condensate connection to ensure
proper drainage. Make sure that the outlet of the trap is at least 1 in.
(25 mm) lower than the drain--pan condensate connection to
prevent the pan from overflowing (See Fig. 7). Prime the trap with
water. When using a gravel apron, make sure it slopes away from
the unit.
Connect a drain tube using a minimum of 3/4--in. PVC or 3/4--in.
copper pipe (all field--supplied) at the outlet end of the 2--in. (51
mm) trap. Do not undersize the tube. Pitch the drain tube
downward at a slope of at least 1--in. (25 mm) for every 10 ft (3.1
m) of horizontal run. Be sure to check the drain tube for leaks.
TRAP
OUTLET
1-in. (25 mm) min.
2-in. (51 mm) min.
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Fig. 7 -- Condensate Trap
Step 7 — Install Flue Hood
The flue assembly is secured and shipped in the return air duct.
Remove duct cover to locate the assembly (See Fig. 9).
NOTE:
Dedicated low NOx models MUST be installed in
California Air Quality Management Districts where a Low NOx
rule exists.
These models meet the California maximum oxides of nitrogen
(NOx) emissions requirements of 40 nanograms/joule or less as
shipped from the factory.
NOTE:
Low NOx requirements apply only to natural gas
installations.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury or death.
The venting system is designed to ensure proper venting.
The flue hood assembly must be installed as indicted in this
section of the unit installation instructions.
! WARNING
Install the flue hood as follows:
1. This installation must conform with local building codes
and with NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 National Fuel Gas Code
(NFGC), (in Canada, CAN/CGA B149.1, and B149.2)
latest revision. Refer to Provincial and local plumbing or
wastewater codes and other applicable local codes.
2. Remove flue hood from shipping location (inside the return
section of the blower compartment--see Fig. 9 & 10). Re-
move the return duct cover to locate the flue hood. Place
flue hood assembly over flue panel. Orient screw holes in
flue hood with holes in the flue panel.
3. Secure flue hood to flue panel by inserting a single screw on
the top flange and the bottom flange of the hood.
Step 8 — Install Gas Piping
The gas supply pipe enters the unit through the access hole
provided. The gas connection to the unit is made to the 1/2--in.
(12.7 mm) FPT gas inlet on the gas valve.
Install a gas supply line that runs to the heating section. Refer to
the NFGC for gas pipe sizing. Do not use cast--iron pipe. It is
recommended that a black iron pipe is used. Check the local utility
for recommendations concerning existing lines. Size gas supply
piping for 0.5 IN. W.C. maximum pressure drop. Never use pipe
smaller than the 1/2--in. (12.7 mm) FPT gas inlet on the unit gas
valve.
For natural gas applications, the gas pressure at unit gas connection
must not be less than 4.0 IN. W.C. or greater than 13 IN. W.C.
while the unit is operating. For propane applications, the gas
pressure must not be less than 11.0 IN. W.C. or greater than 13 IN.
W.C. at the unit connection.
A 1/8--in. (3.2 mm) NPT plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas
supply connection to the gas valve.
When installing the gas supply line, observe local codes pertaining
to gas pipe installations. Refer to the NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 latest
edition (in Canada, CAN/CGA B149.1).
NOTE: In the state of Massachusetts:
1. Gas supply connections MUST be performed by a licensed
plumber or gas fitter.
2. When flexible connectors are used, the maximum length
shall not exceed 36 inches (915 mm).
3. When lever handle type manual equipment shutoff valves
are used, they shall be T--handle valves.
4. The use of copper tubing for gas piping is NOT approved
by the state of Massachusetts.
In the absence of local building codes, adhere to the following
pertinent recommendations:
1. Avoid low spots in long runs of pipe. Grade all pipe 1/4 in.
(6.35 mm) for every 15 ft (4.6 m) of length to prevent traps.
Grade all horizontal runs downward to risers. Use risers to
connect to heating section and to meter.
2. Protect all segments of piping system against physical and
thermal damage. Support all piping with appropriate straps,
hangers, etc. Use a minimum of one hanger every 6 ft (1.8
m). For pipe sizes larger than 1/2 in., follow
recommendations of national codes.
3. Apply joint compound (pipe dope) sparingly and only to
male threads of joint when making pipe connections. Use
only pipe dope that is resistant to action of liquefied
petroleum gases as specified by local and/or national codes.
Never use Teflon tape.
4. Install sediment trap in riser leading to heating section (See
Fig. 8). This drip leg functions as a trap for dirt and
condensate.
5. Install an accessible, external, manual main shutoff valve in
gas supply pipe within 6 ft (1.8 m) of heating section.
6. Install ground--joint union close to heating section between
unit manual shutoff and external manual main shut--off
valve.
7. Pressure test all gas piping in accordance with local and
national plumbing and gas codes before connecting piping
to unit.
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