12packaged with the cabinet. The Filter/Media cabinet can be usedwith the factory--supplied washable filter or a factory--specifiedhigh--efficiency disposable filter (see cabinet instructions).If installing the filter in the furnace blower compartment,determine location for filter and relocate filter retaining wire, ifnecessary. See Table 2 to determine correct filter size for desiredfilter location. Table 2 indicates filter size, location, and quantityshipped with this furnace. See Fig. 2 for location and size ofbottom and side return--air openings.CUT HAZARDFailure to follow this caution may result in minor personalinjury.Use care when cutting support rods in filters to protectagainst flying pieces and sharp rod ends. Wear safetyglasses, gloves, and appropiate protective clothing.CAUTION!TABLE 2—FILTER INFORMATIONAIR FILTER LOCATED IN BLOWER COMPARTMENTFurnaceCasing Width(In.)Filter Size (In.) Filter TypeFramedSideReturnBottomReturn*17 ---1/2 (1) 16 x 25 x 1{ (1) 16 x 25 x 1{ Cleanable21 (1) 16 x 25 x 1* (1) 20 x 25 x 1{ Cleanable24 ---1/2 (1 or 2)16 x 25 x 1* (1) 24 x 25 x 1{ Cleanable* Filters may be field modified by cutting filter material and support rods(3) in filters. Alternate sizes can be ordered from your distributor ordealer.{ Factory ---provided with the furnaceFILTERRETAINERWASHABLEFILTERA93045Fig. 14 --- Filter Installed for Side InletUNIT MAY NOT OPERATEFailure to follow this caution may result in intermittent unitoperation or performance satisfaction.For airflow requirements above 1800 CFM, see AirDelivery table in Product Data literature for specific use ofsingle side inlets. The use of both side inlets, a combinationof 1 side and the bottom, or the bottom only will ensureadequate return air openings for airflow requirements above1800 CFM.CAUTION!NOTE: Side return--air openings can be used for return airconnections. Install filter(s) as shown in Fig. 14.For bottom return--air applications, filter may need to be cut to fitsome furnace widths. Install filter as shown in Fig. 15.WASHABLEFILTERFILTERSUPPORTFILTERRETAINER17 1⁄2 -IN. WIDECASINGS ONLY:INSTALL FIELD-SUPPLIEDFILTER FILLER STRIPUNDER FILTER.1″24 1 /2″3″21-IN. WIDECASINGS ONLY:SUPPORT RODS (3)EXTEND 1/4" ON EACHSIDE OF FILTER ANDREST ON CASING FLANGEA00290Fig. 15 --- Bottom Filter ArrangementNOTE: Remove and discard bottom closure panel when bottominlet is used.Step 5 —Bottom Closure PanelThese furnaces are shipped with bottom closure panel installed inbottom return--air opening. This panel MUST be in place whenside return air is used.To remove bottom closure panel, perform following:1. Tilt or raise furnace and remove 2 screws holding frontfiller panel. (See Fig. 16.)2. Rotate front filler panel downward to release holding tabs.3. Remove bottom closure panel.4. Reinstall front filler panel and screws.Step 6 —Gas PipingGas piping must be installed in accordance with national andlocal codes. Refer to NFGC in the U.S. Canadian installationsmust be made in accordance with NSCNGPIC and all authoritieshaving jurisdiction. Gas supply line should be a separate linerunning directly from meter to furnace, if possible. Refer to Table3 for recommended gas pipe sizing. Risers must be used toconnect to furnace and to meter. Support all gas piping with58UVB