Atwood Mobile Products Furnace 7916 Ii Users Manual

HYDRO FLAME 8940 MPD 32072 SP 1.08

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MPD 32072

hydro flame

TM

7900-II / 8000-II
Series Furnace

9

Technical Installation Manual
ENGLISH, FRANCAIS

•Installation

(et Canada)

Effective 1/08
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL IS FOR USE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE
TECHNICIAN TO INSTALL AN ATWOOD

- hydro flame

TM

INDEX

FURNACE.

..............................................................1
..................................................................1
WEIGHT ........................................................................1
DUCTING CONFIGURATION ................................................................1
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO FLOORBOARDS, WALLS,
& SIMILAR COMBUSTIBLE BUILDING MATERIALS..................................2
SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................1-2
FURNACE INSTALLATION ..............................................................2-4
CUTOUTS ..................................................................................2
DUCTING ................................................................................2-3
Flexible Ducting ......................................................................2
Venting Chart ........................................................................3
OPTIONAL INSTALLATION - DIRECTIONAL AIR BOX ....................................3
PROPANE GAS CONNECTION ............................................................3
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ..............................................................3
Thermostat Installation ............................................................3
Door Installation ....................................................................3
SYSTEM CHECK TESTS ....................................................................4
PROPANE GAS PRESSURE ..............................................................4
FIGURES 1-8 (INCLUDING DC WIRING DIAGRAM) ..........................................4
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST & DRAWING ..............................................8
FURNACE SPECIFICATIONS

INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.

DIMENSIONS

CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This furnace design has been certified by the American Gas
Association and Canadian Gas Association for installation in
recreation vehicles as a MSP Category III furnace. Follow this
installation instruction to insure safe operation of the furnace.
Failure to install furnace according to this installation instruction
nullifies the furnace warranty.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS
Safety Symbols alerting you to potential personal safety hazards.
Obey all safety messages following these symbols.

 WARNING
avoid possible
injury or death

 CAUTION

avoid possible
injury and/or property damage

WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss
of life.

DUCTING CONFIGURATIONS
ONE
side duct

FRONT

— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

BOTH
side ducts

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

—

79/80 SERIES
80 SERIES ( 8012-II)

• Evacuate all persons from vehicle.
• Shut off gas supply at gas container or source.
• Do not touch any electrical switch, or use any
phone or radio in vehicle.
• Do not start vehicle’s engine or electric generator.
• Contact nearest gas supplier or qualified Service
Technician for repairs.
• If you cannot reach a gas supplier or qualified
Service Technician, contact the nearest fire
department.
• Do not turn on gas supply until gas leak(s) has
been repaired.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified Service Technician, Service Center or
gas supplier.

79 SERIES

79 SERIES

SPECIFICATIONS
#
Input BTU/HR
Output Capacity BTU/HR
Duct Static Pressure 12 Volt Amperage (AMPS)
Watts
Power Supply (Volt DC)
MINIMUM RETURN AIR
MODEL

7912-II
12,000
9,160
.20" W.C.
3.4
40.8
12
35 in2

7916-II
16,000
12,160
.10" W.C.
3.4
40.8
12
35 in2

(W.C. = Water Column)
7920-II
8012-II
18,000
12,000
13,680
9,120
.10" W.C.
N/A
3.4
1.8
40.8
21.6
12
12
35 in2
35 in2

DIMENSIONS
ALL MODEL

WIDTH

HEIGHT

DEPTH

Casing
Door

8-3/8˝
9-7/8˝

11-3/8˝
11-1/2˝

20-5/8˝
1-1/4˝

WEIGHT
FURNACE
SHIPPING

23 lbs
25 lbs

MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
FLOORBOARDS, WALLS & SIMILAR COMBUSTIBLE BUILDING MATERIALS
MUST BE PROVIDED THE FULL LENGTH AND WIDTH OF UNIT

Top and Sides
Extension Box
Rear
Bottom
1

0˝
0˝
0˝
0˝

TO CASING SPACERS (SCREW HEADS)

TO CASING SPACERS (SCREW HEADS)

Spacing of 1/4˝ to ducting within 3 feet of furnace must be provided
unless UL listed wire bound vinyl ducts are used. All ducting material
should be rated for continuous use of 200˚F.
NOTE: If zero clearance is maintained from furnace to cabinet structure, a
4˝ x 4˝ air intake cutout must be provided to blower wheel side of furnace
at air intake opening.
NOTE: Clearances are specifically for plywood or similar building
materials surrounding the furnace (i.e. furnace should NOT be located
under furniture or in a closet space where clothing or other material
could be located.)
NOTE: Furnace efficiency rating is a thermal rating determined under
continuous operating conditions, independent of any installation. Eff.
rate is given at 77% minimum, actual efficiency rating may be higher.
*When furnaces are installed to minimum clearances, an additional 16 in2
of return air must be provided to blower side of furnace, or a 2˝ clearance
the full length and height on blower side must be maintained.

Return air is supplied through openings in furnace grille. The return air passage
must be kept clear for furnace to function properly. Refer to MINIMUM CLEARANCE
TO FLOORBOARDS, WALLS & SIMILAR COMBUSTIBLE BUILDING MATERIAL.

STANDARD FURNACE INSTALLATION
General Installation - LOCATION
Install extension box and vent cap through an exterior wall.
install furnace near tilt-out rooms, slide-outs, doors or other
projections that could obstruct furnace exhaust.
• Locate furnace near midpoint of coach for single furnace applications.
• DO NOT install vent in areas where projections or door openings come
within 6˝ of vent tube opening.
• DO NOT install furnace in an area where wires, pipes, or other objects
will interfere with installation or operation of furnace.
• It is not recommended to install furnace on material that restricts
return air, such as directly on carpet, or soft material (like vinyl).
• If you must install furnace on carpet or soft material, install furnace on
cleats, or on a wood or metal panel extending the full width and depth
of furnace plus minimum clearances to combustibles.
•

• DO NOT

 WARNING

CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING

Furnace must be installed and vented to these instructions.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage.
• Improper installation location may cause furnace to produce negative
pressure, affecting combustion air or venting of other appliances.

Installation Procedure
ZERO CLEARANCE - AIR INTAKE CUTOUT (FIG 1)

•
•

AIR INTAKE OPENING SIDE OF THE BLOWER WHEEL
CUT OUT DIMENSION

CABINET WALL

 CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS

B
3-5/8˝

C
4˝

D
4˝

A 4˝ x 4˝ cabinet cut out must be provided when there is zero clearance
between furnace and cabinet structure.

install furnace on material that restricts return air, like carpet
or any soft material such as vinyl.
• DO NOT install where clearance to combustibles cannot be maintained.
• DO NOT modify furnace in any way.
• DO NOT alter furnace for a positive grounding system.
• DO NOT HI-POT furnace unless electronic ignition system (circuit
board) has been disconnected.
• DO NOT use battery charger to supply power to DC model furnace
even when testing.
• DO NOT use 120 volt AC current with DC models.
• DO NOT use furnace cabinet area as a storage compartment.
• DO NOT vent furnace with venting system serving another appliance.
• DO NOT vent furnace to an outside enclosed porch area.
• DO NOT use for temporary heating of buildings or structures under construction.
• Protect building materials from degrading from flue gas exhaust.
• Protect furnace electrical components from water.
• DO NOT

1. Set aside combustion air box and exhaust tube extensions for installation from outside coach.

FURNACE / VENT - CUTOUTS (FIG. 2)
A
8-3/8˝

CUT OUT DIMENSION

INTERIOR CABINET WALL

DO NOT OVERSIZE HOLE

B
11-1/4˝

- OVERSIZING CAN RESULT IN WATER LEAKAGE

CUT OUT DIMENSION

COACH EXTERIOR WALL FOR VENT

C
4-7/8˝

D
2-1/2˝

E
1-3/4˝

DUCTING (FIG. 3)
Proper duct installation is critical to operation of furnace. When
installing ducts, use materials rated for continuous use at 200˚F. Front
discharge temperature should not exceed 250˚F.

Flexible Ducting System
When designing Flexible Duct Systems:
• avoid sharp bends or crushed ducts
• stretch all ducts and run them directly to outlets, keeping quantity
and angles of bends to a minimum

- FOLLOW ALL APPLICABLE STATE AND LOCAL CODES IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES OR REGULATIONS, REFER TO CURRENT STANDARDS OF:
• Recreation Vehicles ANSI 1192/NFPA 1192.
• National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 /CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes
• Federal Mobile Home Construction & Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, part
3280, or when this Standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured
Home Installations (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and Set-Ups),
ANSI A255.1 and/or CAN/CSA-Z240 MH Series, Mobile Homes.
• Ground - National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 and/or CSA C22.1
• Park Trailers ANSI 119.5
USA AND CANADA

2. A variety of vent kits are available to provide the correct venting from furnace to outside of vehicle. To determine VENT LENGTH (V DIM), measure the
distance from the back of furnace casing to outside vehicle side wall. For
proper vent kit check your V DIM on VENTING CHART.
3. Ducting available:
TYPE OF DISCHARGE

NOTE:

The direct high voltage spark ignition generates a radio frequency
that could cause interference with other microprocessor based equipment.
Locate equipment at least five feet from furnace location. If this distance cannot be maintained, purchase KIT MPD 37773 (a shielded high voltage lead).

 WARNING

CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
• Properly seal vent cap to side wall to prevent carbon monoxide from
entering coach.
• DO NOT draw combustion air from living area. DO NOT vent exhaust air
into the living area or an enclosed porch.

A
2-3/4˝

REMOVE

SIDE ONLY

duct covers from both sides

COMBINATION
FRONT & SIDE

front discharge cover plate
and side duct cover plate

FRONT ONLY

front discharge cover plate

See DUCTING CONFIGURATIONS for covers and their locations.

2

4. Install the furnace through cutout in cabinet area. Secure furnace
with two screws FIG 5-A.
OPTIONAL - Installation: The 79-II furnace may be installed in a
cabinet behind a return air grille FIG 4-I. Door MUST be on furnace.
Return air grille must supply a minimum of 35 in2 of open area and

be in front of door to furnace. Provide an access opening for service
and/or removal of furnace. The furnace must be side ducted (NO front
discharge). Secure furnace to floor with one screw FIG 4-J.
5. Remove cover plate from furnace FIG 4-D. To install duct adapters for
side discharge models, insert back flange over casing and insert tab
into square notch, then twist adapter 180˚ FIG 4-E.
6. Insert furnace into cabinet opening and secure with two screws
through holes in control box flanges FIG 5-A.
7. For side duct applications, slide 4˝ flexible ducting material over
duct adapters and secure FIG 3.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

 WARNING

INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
Label all wires before disconnecting for service. Wiring errors can cause improper,
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
• Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
•

Conductor Sizing Table - MAX. 10% VOLTAGE DROP - (12 VDC)
CURRENT DRAW (AMPS)

3

VENTING

GAGE

1. To install extension box FIG 4-C, apply mastic or sealant to back of
flanges on box. Slide through outside wall cut out and into furnace
air channel. DO NOT FORCE OR BEND PARTS.
2. Apply mastic or sealant to the top and sides of outer edge of vent
cap. DO NOT PLUG HOLES. Slide assembly over furnace exhaust tube FIG
4-B, push into wall and secure with two screws. Note that bottom
flange is not sealed to allow water drainage.
3. The extension box has no minimum clearance requirement FIG 4-C.
4. The vent outlet shall be installed as to be in the same atmospheric
pressure zone as the combustion air intake. No modification of vent
system is allowed.

18
16

5

6

7

8

9

10

15

61
96

45
72

36
58

30
48

26
41

23
36

20
32

18
29

12
19

 CAUTION

PROPERTY DAMAGE
•

This connection is for low-voltage battery or direct current only. Do not
connect to 120- or 240- volts AC.

This furnace is designed for negative ground 12 volts DC only. DO NOT attempt to
alter furnace for a positive ground system or connect furnace directly to 120
volts AC. Damage to furnace components will occur and warranty will be voided.
Use a minimum of 22-18 GA wire to minimize voltage drop. The furnace must
be installed so electrical components are protected from water. To make electrical connections: SEE WIRING DIAGRAM FIG 8
1. Remove screw from junction box on right side of furnace FIG 5-B.
2. Route wiring to right side of furnace.
3. Connect red wire FIG 5-C to positive side of power supply.
4. Connect black wire FIG 5-D to grounded side of power supply.
5. Connect white wire from furnace to thermostat FIG 5-E.
6. Connect thermostat wire from thermostat to +12VDC of power supply FIG 5-F.
7. Reinstall junction box cover FIG 4-F.
For best performance of furnace when power supply is from a converter equipped
with a charging port, wire the converter to furnace parallel with battery. This provides consistent voltage to furnace, increasing component life, filtering power
surges and AC spikes FIG 4-G & H.
NOTE: All units are supplied with a power switch which when turned off for
servicing will remove power through the furnace wiring. Switch must be in ON
position for the furnace to operate FIG 5-I.

 WARNING

CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
•

4

MAX. LENGTH OF SAE CONDUCTOR (IN FEET) FROM SOURCE TO DEVICE

Properly seal vent system preventing carbon monoxide from entering
coach.

5. Install return-air system to ensure negative pressure, created by the
circulating blower, does not effect another appliance’s combustion
air supply or act to mix products of combustion with circulating air.
All appliances in the furnace cabinet must be directly vented outside.
(FIG. 7)
1. Remove front door of furnace.
2. Follow shutdown procedure instructions affixed to furnace.
3. Remove sheet metal screw holding circuit board plate to air box.
Retain to fasten Air Box Insert to bottom of air box FIG 7-A.
4. Install Air Box Insert into air box (pay attention to the direction you
would like warm air diverted). Make sure two holes in Air Box Insert
line up with existing holes in air box FIG 7-B.
5. Fasten Air Box Insert to top of air box using a 1/4˝ long #6 sheet
metal screw. Fasten bottom of Air Box Insert and circuit board plate
to bottom of air box using the screw removed.
6. Follow lighting instructions to place furnace in operation.
7. Replace front door on furnace.
DIRECTIONAL AIRBOX INSERT

THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION

The thermostat is very sensitive. HANDLE WITH CARE AT ALL TIMES. Locate thermostat
48˝ to 54˝ above floor on an INTERIOR wall away from areas of abnormal heat or
cold. EXTERIOR wall location must have a 3/4˝ spacer between thermostat and
exterior wall.
Follow manufacturer’s installation instruction provided with thermostat. When
thermostat is not supplied, use a thermostat rated for 12 VDC or 24 VAC min. 1 AMP.

PROPANE GAS CONNECTION (FIG. 5)

DOOR INSTALLATION

Connect gas line to brass fitting on left side of furnace. Be sure all
male pipe threads, other than flare fittings, are treated with a sealing
compound resistant to the action of propane (LP) gas. DO NOT put sealing compound on flare fittings.

Install door by sliding door flange over control box top flange and fastening door at
bottom with 1/4 turn fastener. Note: To assure sufficient return air to circulating
blower maintain specified clearances.

SYSTEM CHECKS

 WARNING

1. Insert gas line through hole on left side.
2. Connect gas line to brass fitting inside furnace casing immediately
ahead of gas control valve FIG 5-B.
3. A 3/8˝ flared fitting connection is provided at gas control valve inlet for gas
supply connection to furnace. The gas supply line of furnace must be of adequate size to provide 11˝ W.C. gas pressure. This pressure must be maintained under maximum flow conditions with all gas appliances operating.
4. A 1/8˝ N.P.T. plug is accessible for test gauge connection on gas
valve assembly FIG 5-H.
5. Use two wrenches to hold brass fitting and flare nut when tightening
gas line to brass fitting. DO NOT twist valve assembly FIG 6.

FIRE OR EXPLOSION
• Never check for leaks with an open flame.

PROPANE GAS PRESSURE TEST
The furnace and any individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of system at test pressures of more
than 1/2 PSI.
Before furnace is connected piping systems must be tested to be leak free. The
test must maintain air pressure of at least 6˝ of mercury or 3 PSI for at least 10
minutes.
The entire piping system must be maintained within a range of 10-14˝ W.C. with
all appliances in operation. Test gas connections for leakage with a leak test solution.
3

NOTE: The ON/OFF switch,
located in line with the gas
valve, is not used when a
combination circuit breaker
and ON/OFF switch is used.
IMPORTANT Wiring must
be replaced with wire rated
105˚C or higher.

GROUND

8
ELECTRODE

MOTOR

Black
Red

Black
White

Red

LIMIT

CIRCUIT BREAKER
On/Off Switch
Red

White

VALVE

Red

Pwr Blw
DSI
CONTROL

NEG

White

SAIL
SWITCH
5179 Yellow

+12V DC

White Black

White

Red

THERMOSTAT

Black

Blue
High Tension

VENT

VENTING CHART

VENT

FM

F DIM.

M DIM.
MAX

EXTENSIONS
TUBE

EXT.

SS*

ALX

SS*

AL▼

BOX

24˝
610 MM

36441

35955

35921

36444

35941

24˝
610 MM

27-5/8˝
702 MM

36442

35956

35928

36446

35947

27-5/8˝
702 MM

31-1/8˝
791 MM

36443

35957

35930

36448

35951

MIN

MAX

MIN

0˝
0 MM

3-5/8˝
92 MM

20-1/2˝
521 MM

3-5/8˝ 7-1/8˝
92 MM 181 MM
7-1/8˝ 10-5/8˝
181 MM 270 MM

EXHAUST

KEEP CLEAR

FURNACE

KEEP CLEAR

V

VENT KIT NO.

CABINET DEPTH

V DIM.

COACH INTERIOR

D
(-) Ground Black (-)
C

E
C

D

D

I
B

A

G
A

B

A
A

B

B
G

C

1

H

3

2

5
A
B

B

A
C
J

G
D
+12 VDC

E

-12 VDC
F

+12 VDC Red

4
I

6

H

-12 VDC Black

DIAGNOSTIC CHART
FAULT

Internal Circuit Board Failure
Limit switch/Airflow problems
Flame Sense Fault
Ignition Lockout Fault

LED INDICATION

Steady on, no flashing
1 flash with 3-second pause
2 flashes with 3-second pause
3 flashes with 3-second pause
4

7

E

(+) 12 VDC (+)

hydro flame

TM

7900-II / 8000-II Series Furnace
Appareil de chauffage à air chaud
Série 7900-II / 8000-II

29
28
30

8
11
6

12
24
23

5

13

4
3

27
7

2

1

16

26
17

14

18

10

15
30

25

31
9

21
19

20

22

Item # Description of Parts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
10
11
11
12
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23

Front Door
Electronic Ignition Board
Valve
Front Discharge Cover Plate
Electrode Cover Plate
Electrode
Electrode Gasket
Heat Exchanger
Burner Plate Gasket
Sail Switch (79-II)
Sail Switch (80-II)
Blower Wheel (79-II)
Blower Wheel (80-II)
Motor (79-II)
Motor (80-II)
Combustion Wheel
Duct Adapter
Duct Cover Plate
Air Hose
Thermostat -SPECIFY COLOR
Limit Switch (L-170)
Relay
On/Off Circuit Breaker
Burner Head
Manifold
Motor Gasket

Item # Description of Parts
24
25
25
26
27
28
29

Motor Spacer
Small Burner Air Baffle - SPECIFY RATE
Large Burner Air Baffle - SPECIFY RATE
Electronic Ignition Mounting Plate
Valve Bracket
Vent Kit Specify Length
Exhaust Tube Assembly - SPECIFY LENGTH &
MATERIAL

30
31

Air Box Assembly - SPECIFY LENGTH
Orifice - SPECIFY RATE

Élément n˚
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
10
11
11
12

Description des pièces

Panneau avant
Plaquette d'allumage électronique
Soupape
Couvercle de l'ouverture d'évacuation avant
Couvercle de l'électrode
Électrode
Joint d'étanchéité de l'électrode
Échangeur thermique
Joint d'étanchéité de la plaque du brûleur
Interrupteur à abattant (79-II)
Interrupteur à abattant (80-II)
Ventilateur (79-II)
Ventilateur (80-II)
Moteur (79-II)
8

Élément n˚

Description des pièces

12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

Moteur (80-II)
Ventilateur d'air de combustion
Adaptateur de conduit
Couvercle d'ouverture de branchement
Tuyau à air
Thermostat -PRÉCISEZ LA COULEUR
Rupteur thermique (L-170)
Relais
Coupe-circuit marche/arrêt
Tête de brûleur (79II/80II)
Collecteur
Joint d'étanchéité du moteur
Entretoise du moteur
Petit déflecteur d'air du brûleur - PRÉCISEZ

25

Grand déflecteur d'air du brûleur - PRÉCISEZ

26

Plaque de montage de l'allumage électronique
Support de soupape
Module d'évacuation - PRÉCISEZ LA LONGUEUR
Exhaust Tube Assembly - PRÉCISEZ LA

LES CARACTÉRISTIQUES NOMINALES
LES CARACTÉRISTIQUES NOMINALES

27
28
29

LONGUEUR ET LE MATÉRIAU

30
31

Boîte à air - PRÉCISEZ LA LONGUEUR
Lumière - PRÉCISEZ LE CALIBRE



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