{"product_id":"audel-hvac-fundamentals-volume-1-isbn-9780764542060","title":"Audel HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1","description":"A reference you'll warm up to\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e From the background and basics of heating systems to the newest chip-based technology, this first volume of Audel's HVAC Library gives you comprehensive information you need on the job. Whether you're installing, servicing, repairing, or troubleshooting an old or new heating system, you'll find what you're looking for, from wood and coal furnace maintenance to new calculations and the latest environmental technologies and regulations.\u003cbr\u003e * Review the basics of installation, wiring, and troubleshooting for different HVAC systems\u003cbr\u003e * Choose the correct system for the space, climate, and needs\u003cbr\u003e * Compare the economy and efficiency of various fuel types\u003cbr\u003e * Install, maintain, and troubleshoot conversion units\u003cbr\u003e * Find formula cross references, data tables with conversions, and listings of trade organizations and equipment manufacturers \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author xxi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 Introduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeating and Ventilating Systems 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Conditioning 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting a Suitable Heating, Ventilating, or Air Conditioning System 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCareer Opportunities 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessional Organizations 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 Heating Fundamentals 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBritish Thermal Unit 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelationship Between Heat and Work 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Transfer 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecific, Sensible, and Latent Heat 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat-Conveying Mediums 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectricity 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 Insulating and Ventilating Structures 27\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsulating Structures 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrinciples of Heat Transmission 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Transfer Values 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThermal Conductivity 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThermal Conductance 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThermal Resistance 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverall Coefficient of Heat Transmission 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCondensation 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVapor Retarders 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Barriers and Air\/Vapor Retarders 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsulating Materials 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRigid Insulation Board 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflective Insulation 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlanket or Batt Insulation 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoose-Fill Insulation 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlown-In Insulation 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoam Insulation 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Construction and Location 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecommended Insulation Practices 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrame Walls 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMasonry 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMetal 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSandwich Construction 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasement Walls 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrawl Space Exterior Walls 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWalls Between Separately Heated Dwelling Units 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWood or Metal Joist Frame Floors 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcrete Floors 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlab-on-Grade Floors 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFloors of Sandwich Construction 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrame Ceilings and Roofs 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcrete Ceilings 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSandwich Ceilings 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWindows and Doors 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsulating Attics, Attic Crawl Spaces, and Flat Roofs 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVentilating Structures 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 Sizing Residential Heating and Air Conditioning Systems 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRule-of-Thumb Methods 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSizing Systems Using Coefficients of Heat Transmission 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOutside Design Temperature 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInside Design Temperature 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign Temperature Difference 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Coefficients of Heat Transmission 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalculating Net Area 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Transmission Loss Formula 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComputing Total Heat Loss 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoss in Doors and Windows 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoss in Basements 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoss in Slab Construction 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInfiltration Heat Loss 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVentilation Heat Loss 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Average Value Method 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Loss Tabulation Forms 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating Fuel Requirements and Heating Costs 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Heat Loss Formula 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Corrected Heat Loss Formula 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Degree-Day Formula 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe NEMA Formula 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManual J and Related Materials Used for Sizing Heating\/Cooling Systems 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Heating Costs 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Utility Rates 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 Heating Fuels 111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNatural Gas 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManufactured Gas 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiquefied Petroleum Gas 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFuel Oils 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoal 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoke 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBriquettes 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoal Oil 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWood as Fuel 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsh, Slag, and Clinker Formation 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoot 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing Heating Fuel Costs 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Warm-Air Heating Systems 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifying Warm-Air Heating Systems 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGravity Warm-Air Heating Systems 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning a Gravity Warm-Air\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeating System 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForced-Warm-Air Heating Systems 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning a Forced-Warm-Air Heating System 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerimeter-Loop Warm-Air Heating Systems 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCeiling Panel Systems 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrawl Space Plenum Systems 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZoning a Forced-Warm-Air Heating System 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing a Warm-Air Heating System 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWarm-Air Furnaces 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl Components 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDucts and Duct Sizing 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCooling with a Warm-Air Heating System 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Cleaning 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHumidifiers and Dehumidifiers 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvantages of a Warm-Air Heating System 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisadvantages of a Warm-Air Heating System 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting a Warm-Air Heating System 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 Hydronic Heating Systems 149\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifying Hot-Water Heating Systems 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-Pipe System 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeries-Loop System 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo-Pipe, Direct-Return System 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo-Pipe, Reverse-Return System 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombination Pipe Systems 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZoning a Two-Pipe System 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiant Panel Heating 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Applications 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGravity Hot-Water Heating Systems 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForced-Hot-Water Heating Systems 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHot-Water Boilers 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydronic Furnaces 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombination Water Heaters 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl Components 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePipe and Pipe Sizing 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpansion Tanks 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCirculating Pumps (Circulators) 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrainage 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat-Emitting Units 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Conditioning 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoisture Control 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrically Heated Systems 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvantages of Hydronic Heating Systems 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisadvantages of Hydronic Heating Systems 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Hydronic Heating Systems 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Steam Heating Systems 185\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifying Steam Heating Systems 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGravity Steam Heating Systems 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-Pipe, Reverse-Flow System 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpfeed One-Pipe System 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpfeed One-Pipe Relief System 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDownfeed One-Pipe System 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-Pipe Circuit System 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-Pipe, Divided-Circuit Nonrelief System 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-Pipe Circuit System with Loop 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo-Pipe Steam Heating Systems 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo-Pipe, Divided-Circuit System 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVapor Steam Heating Systems 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen (Atmospheric) Vapor Systems 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClosed Vapor Systems 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVacuum Steam Heating Systems 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNatural Vacuum Systems 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMechanical Vacuum System 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombined Atmospheric Pressure and Vacuum Systems 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExhaust-Steam Heating 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProprietary Systems 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-Pressure Steam Heating Systems 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Boilers 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl Components 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHartford Return Connection 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePipes and Piping Details 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Traps 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePumps 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat-Emitting Units 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Supply and Venting 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnit Heaters 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Conditioning 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Steam Heating Systems 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9 Electric Heating Systems 253\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCentral Hot-Water Systems 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCentral Forced-Warm-Air Heating Systems 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiant Heating Systems 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBaseboard Heating Systems 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectric Unit Ventilators 261\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectric Unit Heaters 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectric Space Heaters 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Pumps 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectric Heating and Cooling Controls 264\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsulation for Electrically Heated and Cooled Structures 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Information 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvantages of Electric Heating and Cooling 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisadvantages of Electric Heating and Cooling 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Electric Heating Systems 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 Furnace Fundamentals 273\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifying Furnaces 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpflow Highboy Furnace 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpflow Lowboy Furnace 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDownflow Furnace 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorizontal Furnace 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGravity Warm-Air Furnaces 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting a Furnace for a New House 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting a Furnace for an Older House 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Components and Controls 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePipeless Floor and Wall Furnaces 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuct Furnaces 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeothermal Furnaces 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Installation 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Maintenance 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Furnaces 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11 Gas Furnaces 291\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Gas Furnaces 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStanding-Pilot Gas Furnaces 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMid-Efficiency Gas Furnaces 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-Efficiency Gas Furnaces 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Furnace Components 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Controls 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Exchanger 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Burners 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Pilot Assembly 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlower and Motor 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Filter 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSome Installation Recommendations 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocations and Clearances 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWiring 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuct Connections 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVentilation and Combustion Air 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVenting 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlue Pipe 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChimney 330\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChimney Troubleshooting 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDraft Hood 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePilot Burner Adjustment 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Input Adjustment 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-Altitude Adjustment 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Burner Orifices 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManifold Pressure Adjustment 342\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombustion Air Adjustment 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Supply Piping 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSizing Gas Piping 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling Gas Piping 349\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypical Startup Instructions for a Standing-Pilot Gas Furnace 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypical Startup Instructions for an Electronic Ignition Furnace 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlowers and Motors 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Delivery and Blower Adjustment 354\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDirect-Drive Blower Adjustment 355\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBelt-Drive Blower Adjustment 355\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Filters 356\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Conditioning 357\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstallation Checklist 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Furnace Inspections, Service, and Maintenance Tips 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting a Gas Furnace 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Charts 368\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12 Oil Furnaces 375\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConventional Oil Furnace 375\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMid-Efficiency and High-Efficiency Oil Furnaces 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMid-Efficiency (Noncondensing) Oil Furnace 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-Efficiency (Condensing) Oil Furnace 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Components of an Oil Furnace 382\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Controls 382\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Exchanger 386\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOil Burner Assembly 388\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFuel Pump and Fuel Pump Motor 389\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlower and Motor 390\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombustion Air Blowers 392\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleanout and Observation Ports 392\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVent Opening 392\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Filter 392\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling an Oil Furnace 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSome Installation Recommendations 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocation and Clearance 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWiring 394\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuct Connections 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVentilation and Combustion Air 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombustion Draft 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVenting 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChimneys and Chimney Troubleshooting 399\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstallation Checklist 400\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFuel Supply Tank and Fuel Line 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFuel Tank Location 402\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiller Pipe 404\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTank Vent Pipe 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOil Filter 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlowers and Motors 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaste Oil Furnaces 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Conditioning 406\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting the Burner 407\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOil Furnace Spillage 408\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOil Furnace Inspection, Service, and Maintenance Tips 408\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOil Furnace Adjustments 410\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Oil Furnaces 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Charts 414\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13 Coal Furnaces, Wood Furnaces, and Multi-Fuel Furnaces 419\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoal Furnaces 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSizing Requirements 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocation and Clearance 420\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstallation Recommendations 421\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuct Connections 421\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrical Wiring 423\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVentilation and Combustion Air 424\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVenting 430\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlue Pipe 430\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChimneys and Chimney Troubleshooting 430\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Components 432\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutomatic Controls 432\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Grate 433\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoal Stoker 434\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHand-Firing Methods 434\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlower and Motor Assembly 435\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlower Adjustment 435\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Filter 435\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystem Accessory Devices 435\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWood Furnaces 436\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWood Add-On Furnaces 437\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulti-Fuel Furnaces 438\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstallation, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions for Coal,\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWood, and Multi-Fuel Furnaces 441\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembly and Installation Recommendations 441\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintenance Instructions 442\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulti-Fuel Furnace Operation 447\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Coal, Wood, and Multi-Fuel Furnaces 448\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14 Electric Furnaces 453\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrical Power Supply 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Suggestions 454\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocation and Clearance 455\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstallation Recommendations 456\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuct Connections 456\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Components 457\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutomatic Controls 458\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeating Elements 462\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiming Sequences 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSafety Controls 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemperature Limit Controls 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSecondary High-Limit Control 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Fuses 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircuit Breakers 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransformer 468\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThermal Overload Protector 470\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrical Wiring 470\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlowers and Motors 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Delivery and Blower Adjustment 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Filter 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Conditioning 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintenance and Operating Instructions 475\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnace Air Filters, Electronic Air Cleaners, and Humidifers 475\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeating Elements and Heating Control Wiring 475\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlowers\/Fans 476\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDucts 476\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThermostats 476\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnaces without Air Conditioners 477\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting an Electric Furnace 477\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15 Steam and Hot-Water Space Heating Boilers 481\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoiler Rating Method 485\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoiler Heating Surface 486\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoiler Efficiency 486\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Boilers 487\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas-Fired Boilers 492\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOilFired Boilers 493\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoal-Fired Boilers 493\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectric Boilers 497\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-Efficiency Boilers 502\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Boiler Valves, Controls, and Accessories 502\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Boiler Low-Water Cutoffs 505\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling a Low-Water Cutoff 508\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFusible Plugs 515\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePressure Relief Valves 515\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePressure Controllers 517\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVacuum Relief Valve 519\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Boiler Aquastat 521\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlowdown Valve 521\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTry Cocks 522\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Boiler Injectors 523\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater Gauges 524\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater Columns 526\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Gauges 526\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Gauge Pigtails 528\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHartford Return Connection 529\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHot-Water Boiler Valves, Controls, and Accessories 529\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHot-Water Boiler Low-Water Cutoffs 532\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHot-Water Boiler Pressure Relief Valves 534\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh-Pressure Limit Switch 535\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHot-Water Boiler Aquastats 535\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePressure-Reducing Valves 538\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombination Valves 541\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing Valve 548\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBackflow Preventer 548\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAltitude Gauges 549\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCirculator (Pump) 550\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Separator 550\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePurging Air from the System 553\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpansion Tanks 553\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Supply and Venting 553\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInduced-Draft Fans 558\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Excessive Draft (Gas-FiredBoilers) 559\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTankless Water Heaters 560\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeaking Coils 561\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlowing Down a Boiler 561\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoiler Operation, Service, and Maintenance 562\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteam Boilers 563\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHot-Water (Hydronic) Boilers 564\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoiler Water 564\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning Boilers 565\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Boilers 565\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoiler Repairs 568\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling Boilers 568\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16 Boiler and Furnace Conversion 569\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparation for Conversion 570\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Combustion Chamber Requirements 572\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombustion Chambers for Conversion Gas Burners 572\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombustion Chambers for Conversion Oil Burners 574\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction Materials 576\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding a Combustion Chamber 578\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVentilation Requirements 580\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlue Pipe and Chimney 582\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBaffling 584\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Piping and Piping Connections 584\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Input Setting 587\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling a Conversion Gas Burner 589\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting a Conversion Gas Burner (with Pilot Light) 590\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting a Conversion Gas Burner (Pilotless) 593\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eServicing a Conversion Gas Burner 594\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOil Tanks and Oil Piping 597\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling a Conversion Oil Burner 598\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting a Conversion Oil Burner 600\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eServicing a Conversion Oil Burner 601\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Oil and Gas Conversion Burners 602\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A Professional and Trade Associations 603\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B Manufacturers 615\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C HVAC\/R Education, Training, Certification, and Licensing 627\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix D Data Tables 631\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix E Conversion Tables 669\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 679\u003c\/p\u003e James E. 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