Page 2 - IMPORTANT INFORMATION; REVIEW ALL SERVICE INFORMATION IN THE APPROPRIATE; IMPORTANT NOTICES FOR CONSUMERS AND SERVICERS; RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS; TABLE OF CONTENTS; WARNING; HIGH; ALL; W A R N IN G
2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Pride and workmanship go into every product to provide our customers with quality products. It is possible, however,that during its lifetime a product may require service. Products should be serviced only by a qualified service technicianwho is familiar with the safety proced...
Page 4 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 4 The model and manufacturing number are used for positive identification of component parts used in manufacturing.Please use these numbers when requesting service or parts information. A M E H 9 6 0 6 0 3 B N A A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Brand Minor Revision A- Amana ...
Page 6 - DESCRIPTION
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 6 MODEL # MFG. # DESCRIPTION AFE18-60A N/A Fossil Fuel Kit. The AFE18-60A control is des igned for us e where the indoor coil is located above/downs tream of a gas or fos s il fuel furnace when us ed with a heat pum p. It will operate with s ingle and two s tage heat pum ps an...
Page 7 - ACCESSORIES; GOODMAN; W /R 2 stg gas valve; AMANA
ACCESSORIES 7 M ODEL NUM BER EF R 0 1 AM U / G M U AS AS / G S AS HA- 0 2 HANG 2 0 HANG 2 1 LP M 0 5 LP M 0 6 L P L P 03 A F E 1 80 -6 0A HE P A / DM HE P A D esc ri p ti o n E F R E x te rn al F ilt er R a c k Medi a A ir C le ane rs E le c tr oni c A ir C le ane r H igh A lti tu de K it H igh A lt...
Page 8 - EFR01 EXT ERNAL FILT ER RACK KIT; 0% Upflow Model Furnaces
ACCESSORIES 8 EXTERNAL FILTER RACK KIT (EFR01) BLOWER DECK SCREWS SLOTS IN FILTER CLEAR SCREW S ON UNIT FRONT OF UNIT RETURN AIR CUTOUT AREA LOWER EDGE SCREW FILTER RACK ASSEMBLY (FACE FILTER OPENING TOWARDS FRONT OF UNIT) UNIT SIDE PANEL BASE OF UNIT EFR01 EXT ERNAL FILT ER RACK KIT Used on M odels...
Page 9 - TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE; FOR YOUR SAFETY; or any other appliance.; FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING; OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
9 gas. If you then sm ell gas, STOP! above on this label. Follow "B" in the safety informationabove on this label. If you don't smell 8. Move the gas control switch or knob 9. Replace control access panel. gas, go to the next step. technician or gas supplier. 11. Set the thermostat to the de...
Page 10 - CONSIGNES DE SECURITE - LIRE; INSTRUCTIONS DE SERVICE
10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONSIGNES DE SECURITE - LIRE AVANT D'ALLUMER L'APPAREIL AVERTISSEMENT: Le non-respect des instructions qui suivent peutentrainer un risque d'incendie ou d'explosion causant des dommages,des blessures ou la mort. A. Cet appareil comporte pas de veilleuse. Il est muni d'un me...
Page 11 - PRODUCT DESIGN; Safety; In such applications, the furnace must be installed
PRODUCT DESIGN 11 Safety Please adhere to the following warnings and cautions wheninstalling, adjusting, altering, servicing, or operating the fur-nace. T O PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE, REFER TO THIS MANUAL. F OR ADDIT...
Page 12 - Location Requirements and Considerations; Combustion and Ventilation Air Requirements; Clearances and Accessibility
PRODUCT DESIGN 12 A copy of the CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes can beobtained from: CSA International 178 Rexdale Boulevard Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W, 1R3 The rated heating capacity of the furnace should be greaterthan or equal to the total heat loss of the area to be heated.The total heat los...
Page 13 - Furnace Suspension; Thermostat Requirements; require
PRODUCT DESIGN 13 Furnace Suspension If suspending the furnace from rafters or joist, use 3/8"threaded rod and 2”x2”x1/8” angle iron as shown in the fol-lowing figure. If the furnace is installed in a crawl space itmust also be suspended from the floor joist or supported bya concrete pad. Never ...
Page 14 - COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR REQUIREMENTS; National Fuel Gas Code NFPA; Required Volume
PRODUCT DESIGN 14 • Radiant heat from a fireplace. • Concealed hot or cold water pipes, or chimneys. • Unconditioned areas behind the thermostat and de-humidistat, such as an outside wall. Consult the instructions packaged with the thermostat anddehumidistat for mounting instructions and further pre...
Page 15 - Combining spaces on the same story.; Indoor Spaces through Indoor Combustion Air; Combining spaces in different stories; Inlet Air from Ventilated Crawl Space and Outlet Air
PRODUCT DESIGN 15 9.3.2.3 Indoor Opening Size and Location. Openings used to connect indoor spaces shall be sized and located inaccordance with the following:(1)* Combining spaces on the same story. Each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 in. 2 /1000Btu/hr (2200 mm 2 / kW) of the total inpu...
Page 16 - through Horizontal Ducts.; From Outdoors through Single Combustion Air
PRODUCT DESIGN 16 Furnace WaterHeater Chimney o r Gas Vent NOTE: The air duct openingsmust have a free area of notless than one square inch per2000 BTU of the total inputrating of all equipment in theenclosure*. Outlet air duct Inlet air duct Figure A.9.3.3.1(2) All Combustion Air From Outdoors thro...
Page 17 - III; Inc h; MODEL
PRODUCT DESIGN 17 burner operation. Means shall be provided to prevent themain burner form igniting should the louver fail to open dur-ing burner startup and to shut down the main burner if thelouvers close during burner operation. 9.3.8 Combustion Air Ducts. Combustion air ducts shall comply with 9...
Page 18 - Electrical Connections; Masonry Chimneys; Typical Multiple Flue Clay Tile Chimney
PRODUCT DESIGN 18 WARNING T O PREVENT DEATH OR SERIOUS ILLNESS TO BUILDING OCCUPANTS DUE TO FLUE PRODUCTS LEAKING INTO THE BUILDING, PROPER INSTALLATION OF GASKETS AND SCREWS IS ESSENTIAL FOR PROVIDING A GAS TIGHT SEAL BETWEEN THE PARTITION PANEL AND THE INDUCED DRAFT BLOWER. Make sure all wires are...
Page 19 - Termination 10 Feet Or Less From Ridge, Wall or; Termination More Than 10 Feet From Ridge, Wall or
PRODUCT DESIGN 19 Check 1 - Proper chimney termination. A masonry chimney used as a vent for gas fired equipmentmust extend at least three feet above the highest point whereit passes through the roof. It must extend at least two feethigher than any portion of a building within a horizontal dis-tance...
Page 20 - Fix 2 - Change Venting Arrangements
PRODUCT DESIGN 20 does not sound like metal hitting metal, the liner must beremoved and replaced (Fix 4). Remember that all appliances must be vented inside theliner. Venting one appliance inside the liner and another ap-pliance outside the liner is not acceptable. Next, use a flashlight and small m...
Page 21 - Relining options include B vent and flexible liners.; Horizontal Applications and Considerations
PRODUCT DESIGN 21 If none of the above options are practical, the 80% furnacemay need to be vented vertically with B vent. Under some conditions a 90%+ furnace could be installedrather than an 80%. The 90% furnace can be vented hori-zontally or vertically through PVC pipe. Fix 3 - Rebuild the Crown....
Page 22 - Alternate Electrical and Gas Line Connections; Refer to the; Natural Gas; INLET GAS SUP PLY PRESSURE; HIGH ALTITUDE DERATE
PRODUCT DESIGN 22 Alternate Electrical and Gas Line Connections The GME8 and AMEH8 furnaces have provisions allowingfor electrical and gas line connections through either sidepanel. In horizontal applications the connections can be madeeither through the “top” or “bottom” of the furnace. Propane Gas...
Page 23 - not; Lighting Instructions Label; GAS PIPING CONNECTIONS
PRODUCT DESIGN 23 tabular listing of appropriate altitude ranges and correspond-ing manufacturer’s high altitude (Natural, Propane gas, and/or Pressure Switch) kits. Do not derate the furnace by adjusting the manifold pres- sure to a lower pressure than specified on the furnace ratingplate. The comb...
Page 24 - CAUTION; DIRECT/STANDARD INLET PIPING; directly; INDIRECT/ALTERNATE INLET PIPING; indirectly
PRODUCT DESIGN 24 1. Use black iron or steel pipe and fittings for the buildingpiping. 2. Use pipe joint compound on male threads only. Pipejoint compound must be resistant to the action of thefuel used. 3. Use ground joint unions. 4. Install a drip leg to trap dirt and moisture before it canenter t...
Page 25 - GAS PIPING CHECKS; Never exceed specified pressures for testing. Higher; PROPANE GAS TANKS AND PIPING; Pressure drop in lines between regulators, and between; Gas Piping Connections
PRODUCT DESIGN 25 GAS PIPING CHECKS Before placing unit in operation, leak test the unit and gasconnections. WARNING T O AVOID THE POSSIBLITY OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE, NEVER USE A MATCH OR OPEN FLAME TO TEST FOR LEAKS. Check for leaks using an approved chloride-free soap andwater solution, an electronic...
Page 26 - Typical Propane Gas Installation; Propane Gas Piping Charts
PRODUCT DESIGN 26 Complete information regarding tank sizing for vaporization,recommended regulator settings, and pipe sizing is avail-able from most regulator manufacturers and propane gassuppliers. Since propane gas will quickly dissolve white lead and moststandard commercial compounds, use a thre...
Page 27 - WIRING HARNESS; Line polarity must be observed when making field; Wire routing must not interfere with circulator blower; Accessory Load Specifications
PRODUCT DESIGN 27 CAUTION L ABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTION WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS. W IRING ERRORS CAN COUSE IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION. V ERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING. WIRING HARNESS The wiring harness is an integral part of this furnace. Fieldalteration to comply with electr...
Page 28 - Typical Field Wiring (24 VAC Control Circuit); See the wiring schematic below.; OPTIONAL; Low voltage connections can be made through ei-
PRODUCT DESIGN 28 FurnaceControl FurnaceControl Remote Condensing Unit HeatingRoom Thermostat Heating/CoolingRoom Thermostat W W Typical Field Wiring (24 VAC Control Circuit) This furnace is equipped with a 40 VA transformer to facili-tate use with most cooling equipment. Consult the wiringdiagram, ...
Page 29 - Remote Condensing Unit; The single stage furnace control will energize the; CIRCULATOR BLOWER SPEED ADJUSTMENT; nical Manual for details.; Disposable Minimum Filter Area (in; Based on a 300 ft/min filter face velocity]; *Minimum filter area dictated by heating airflow requirement.; Permanent Minimum Filter Area (in
PRODUCT DESIGN 29 W GME80704BXAA, AB, AC GME80905CXAA, AB, AC with Two-Stage outdoor unit W Furnace Integrated Control Module Thermostat One-Stage Heating with Two-Stage Cooling FurnaceControl Remote Condensing Unit Heating/CoolingRoom Thermostat Y Y1 Y1 Y2 Lo -H e a t Hi -H e a t Co o l Li n e -H T...
Page 30 - Upflow furnaces with air delivery of less than 1800 CFM:; UPRIGHT FILTER INSTALLATIONS
PRODUCT DESIGN 30 CIRCULATING AIR AND FILTERSDUCTWORK - AIR FLOW Duct systems and register sizes must be properly designedfor the C.F.M. and external static pressure rating of the fur-nace. Ductwork should be designed in accordance with therecommended methods of "Air Conditioning Contractors ofA...
Page 31 - SYSTEM OPERATION; NORMAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION; DIP
SYSTEM OPERATION 31 nent filter on upflow model furnaces. The rack is designed tomount over the indoor blower compartment area of eitherside panel, and provide filter retention as well as a locationfor attaching return air ductwork. Electronic Air Cleaner (ASAS and GSAS) or MediaAir Cleaner (AMU and...
Page 32 - DIP S
SYSTEM OPERATION 32 • Gas valve closes, extinguishing flame.• Induced draft blower is de-energized following a fifteen sec- ond post purge. • The circulator blower remains at high heat speed until the selected time delay period expires (100 or 150 secs) • Furnace awaits the next call from thermostat...
Page 33 - HEATING - Abnormal Operation; Troubleshooting Chart
SYSTEM OPERATION 33 HEATING - Abnormal Operation The following presents the probable causes of questionablefurnace operation and how to fix them. Look through theobservation window in the blower access door and make anote of the number of flashes in sequence between pauses.Next, refer to the Trouble...
Page 34 - TROUBLESHOOTING; ROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING 34 GME8 & AMEH8 T ROUBLESHOOTING C HART 1 Integrated control module will automatically attempt to reset from lockout after one hour. 2 LED Flash code will cease if power to the control module is interrupted through the disconnect or door switch. • Furnace lockout due to an exces-...
Page 36 - POLARIZATION AND PHASING; These then should be wired to the furnace accordingly.
POLARIZATION AND PHASING 36 As more and more electronic's are introduced to the Heat-ing Trade, Polarization of incoming power and phasing ofprimary to secondary voltage on transformers becomes moreimportant. Polarization has been apparent in the Appliance industrysince the introduction of the three...
Page 37 - MAINTENANCE; Product Design
37 MAINTENANCE WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE D ISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR INSTALLING THIS UNIT. M ULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY BE PRESENT. F AILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. I F Y O U M U S T H A N D L E T HE I T N IT O R , H A N D L E W IT H C A R E. T OU C H IN...
Page 38 - BURNERS; Burner Flame; Amprobe - to measure amperage and voltage.; HEATING PERFORMANCE TEST; Service
MAINTENANCE 38 BURNERS WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE E LECTRICAL COMPONENTS ARE CONTAINED IN BOTH COMPARTM ENTS. T O AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, INJURY OR DEATH, DO NOT REMOVE ANY INTERNAL COMPARTMENT COVERS OR ATTEMPT ANY ADJUSTMENT. C ONTACT A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENT AT ONCE IF AN ABNORMAL FLAM E APPEARANCE SH...
Page 39 - SERVICING
SERVICING 39 CUBIC FEET 1 0 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 1 0 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 1 0 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 1 0 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 100 Thousand 10 Thousand 1 Thousand One Foot Quarter Foot 1/4 cu/ft 1/2 cu/ft 1 cu/ft 2 cu/ft 5 cu/ft 1/4 cu/ft 1/2 cu/ft 1 cu/ft 2 cu/ft 5 cu/ft 10 90 180 360 720 1800 36 25 50 100 200 500 11 82 164 ...
Page 40 - Se r vice Pr oble m; POSSIBLE CAUSE; SY; Te st Me thod
40 SERVICING Se r vice Pr oble m No He at Uns atis factor y He at POSSIBLE CAUSE DOTS IN ANALYSIS GUIDE INDICATE "POSSIBLE CAUSE" SY M P T O M S y s te m Will N o t St a rt B u rner W on't I gni te B u rn e r I g n ite s- L o cks O u t B u rner S hut s O ff pr io r to T 'S tat bei ng S a tis...
Page 41 - SERVICE NUMBERS
SERVICING 41 SERVICE NUMBERS S-1 CHECKING VOLTAGE ................................................................................................................................. 42 S-2 CHECKING WIRING ....................................................................................................
Page 42 - A LL; A LL; S-3B HEATING ANTICIPATOR
42 SERVICING S-1 CHECKING VOLTAGE WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE D ISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR CHANGING ANY ELECTRICAL WIRING. M ULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY BE PRESENT. F AILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. 1. Remove the burner door to gain entry to the Junction Box....
Page 43 - Checking Heating Anticipator Current (Amp) Draw; S-4 CHECKING TRANSFORMER AND CONTROL; S-16A CHECKING AIR CIRCULATOR BLOWER
SERVICING 43 The heating anticipator setting for furnaces covered in thismanual is 0.70 Amps . If the anticipator current draw is unknown, then a currentamp draw should be measured to determine the anticipatorsetting. Use an amprobe as shown in the following drawing. 10 TURNS OFTHERMOSTAT WIRE(From ...
Page 44 - S-200 CHECKING DUCT STATIC; Checking Static Pressure; S-201 CHECKING TEMPERATURE RISE; Checking Temperature Rise; Circulator Blower Speed
44 SERVICING S-200 CHECKING DUCT STATIC The maximum and minimum allowable external static pres-sures are found in the specification section. These tablesalso show the amount of air being delivered at a given staticby a given motor speed or pulley adjustment. The furnace motor cannot deliver proper a...
Page 45 - S-300 CHECKING PRIMARY LIMIT CONTROL; Primary Limit Control Location; Testing Primary Limit Control; Primary Limit; S-301 CHECKING AUXILIARY LIMIT CONTROL; Auxiliary Limit Control Location
SERVICING 45 S-300 CHECKING PRIMARY LIMIT CONTROL All GME8 and AMEH8 furnaces use a nonadjustable, auto-matic reset, bi-metal type limit control. Refer to the follow-ing drawing for the location of the primary limit. Location of Primary Limit Primary Limit Control Location Style 1 drawing illustrate...
Page 46 - S-302 CHECKING FLAME ROLLOUT CONTROL; Flame Rollout Switch Location; Checking Flame Rollout Switch
46 SERVICING WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE D ISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR INSTALLING THIS UNIT. M ULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY BE PRESENT. F AILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING T O AVOID POSSIBLE FIRE, ONLY RESET THE AUXILIARY LIMIT CONTROL ONCE. I F IT SHOULD...
Page 47 - S-303 INDUCED DRAFT BLOWER MOTOR; If the windings have a continuity reading, reconnect; S-305 CHECKING MAIN BURNERS; Beckett Burner; S-306 CHECKING ORIFICES; Check orifice size with orifice sizing drills.
SERVICING 47 S-303 INDUCED DRAFT BLOWER MOTOR WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE D ISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR INSTALLING THIS UNIT. M ULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY BE PRESENT. F AILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. 1. Remove burner compartment door to gain access tothe ind...
Page 48 - GAS; S-307 CHECKING GAS PRESSURE; Gas Supply Pressure Measurement; Measuring Gas Pressure: Single; Measuring Inlet Gas Pressure
48 SERVICING A GASSTREAM B The length of Dimension "A" determines the angle of GasStream "B". DENT ORBURR GAS STREAM B A dent or burr will cause a severe deflection of the gas stream. S-307 CHECKING GAS PRESSURE Gas Supply Pressure Measurement T O PREVENT UNRELIABLE OPERATION OR EQUI...
Page 49 - Natural Gas Adjustments; Manifold Gas; Measuring Manifold Gas Pressure
SERVICING 49 WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE D ISCONNECT ALL ELECTRICAL POWER AND SHUT OFF GAS SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING OR INSTALLING THIS UNIT. M ULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY BE PRESENT. F AILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. Gas Manifold Pressure Measurement and Adjust-ment (GME8 ...
Page 50 - S-308 CHECKING HOT SURFACE IGNITOR; 20V Silicon Nitride Igniter -; Honeywell Model VR9205 Connected to Manometer; Low Stage; Manifold Gas Pressure
50 SERVICING S-308 CHECKING HOT SURFACE IGNITOR 120V Silicon Nitride Igniter - Amana ® and Goodman ® Brand GME8 and AMEH8 furnaces use a 120V silicon ni-tride igniter for ignition. The normal operating temperature isapproximately 2156°F - 2678°F. D ISC ON NE CT A LL P O WER B E FO RE SE RV ICIN G. W...
Page 51 - ID Blower Pressure Switch; S-312 CHECKING FOR DELAYED IGNITION; S-307 CHECKING GAS PRESSURE; S-310 CHECKING PRESSURE CONTROL
SERVICING 51 Induced D ra ft B lower Pressure Switch Pre ssure Switch H os e 1/4" Tee Hose to Indu ced Dra ft Blo wer Tap Inclined M anometer ID Blower Pressure Switch Negative Pressure Measurement S-311 HIGH ALTITUDE APPLICATION (USA) The furnace as shipped requires no change to run between0 - ...
Page 52 - PCBBF132 Control Board; S-313 CHECKING INTEGRATED IGNITION
52 SERVICING GME8 / AMEH8 NOTE: The models above use PCBBF122 OR PCBBF132 control board. 1. Check for 120 volts from Line 1 (Hot) to Line 2 (Neutral) at the ignition control. No voltage, check the door switch connections and wire harness for continuity. 2. Check for 24 volts from W to C terminal on ...
Page 53 - S-314 CHECKING FLAME SENSOR; Models with Integrated Ignition
SERVICING 53 WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE D ISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR INSTALLING THIS UNIT. M ULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY BE PRESENT. F AILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. 1. Disconnect the orange flame sensor wire from the sensor. 2. Connect a micro-amp meter in...
Page 54 - ACCESSORY WIRING DIAGRAM; ALL FUEL SYSTEM CONTROL BOARD - AFE18-60A
T O A V O ID PO S S IBLE E L E C T R IC A L S H O C K , P E R S O N A L IN J U R Y ,O R D E A T H , D IS C O NN E C T T H E P O W E R BE F O R E S E R V IC IN G . WARNING ! ACCESSORY WIRING DIAGRAM 54 +5V DC 24 VA C G POWER SUPPLYINPUT POWER SUPPLY C OM MONOUT TO HP CONTROL P 3-1 6. 8K P 3-7 Y-HP P ...