DO NOT BURN ANY LIQUID FUEL OR SOLID FUEL IN THIS FURNACE. Burning any unapproved fuel will result in damage to the furnace's heat exchanger, which could result in Fire, Personal Injury, and/or Property Damage. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023)
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The furnace may be used for construction heat provided that the furnace installation and operation complies with the first CAUTION in Section 6 "Location" of these instructions. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023)
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3. Remove access panels. 2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if 4. Push gas control switch to “OFF”. service is to be performed. 5. Replace access panels. 202082290022 Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023)
T his product is not to be sold or installed in the State of California in the South Coast Air Quality Management District or San Joaquin Valley Air Basin territory. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023)
1/2" (12.7 mm) to a maximum of 3/4" (19 mm) forward for proper drainage. International,178 Rexdale Boulevard, Etobicoke (Toronto), See Section 7, "Installation" of this manual for more information. Ontario,M9W 1R3 Canada 1/2”~3/4” 1/2”~3/4” Figure 4 Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023)
An ESD service kit (field supplied) may also be used to prevent ESD damage. 4.9 Venting US: NFGC NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1-latest edition; Chapters 12 and 13 CANADA: CAN/CSA-B149.1-05 Part 8 and Appendix C. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 1 0 |...
18-IN. met, in addition to all local codes and ordinances. MINIMUM TO BURNERS Figure 6 Installation in a garage Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 11...
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HVAC system components after construction is completed. — Verify proper furnace operating conditions including ignition, gas input rate, air temperature rise, and Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 1 2 |...
Tilt the unit slightly (minimum 1/2 (12.7 mm) to maximum of 3/4 (19 mm)) from back to front to aid in the draining of the heat exchanger. 1/2”~3/4” Figure 8 Upflow Application-Setting Equipment Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 13...
Tilt the unit slightly (minimum 1/2" (12.7 mm) to maximum of 3/4" (19 mm)) from back to front to aid in the draining of the heat exchanger. Figure 9 Horizontal Application-Setting Equipment Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 1 4 |...
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Never install the furnace on the ground or allow it to be exposed to water. See Furnace Suspension for further details (See Fig. 10). Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 15...
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DRAIN LINE WITH 1/4” PER FOOT DOWNWARD SLOPE FURNACE MUST BE SUPPORTED AT BOTH ENDS AND MIDDLE 36” MINIMUM SERVICE CLEARANCE REQUIRED Figure 11 Horizontal Installation Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 1 6 |...
Included Accessories for Condensate Drain Trap Installation * O nly used when exhaust pipe is vented out of the side of the furnace's cabinet (regardless of installation orientation). Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 17...
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14mm hose 16mm hose Figure 14 Model X1/mm X2/mm BGH96M100D5B BGH96M120D5B BGH96M080C4B BGH96M100C5B BGH96M060B3B BGH96M080B3B Table 2 Secure and tighten all hoses using manufacturer provided hose clamps. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 1 8 |...
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BOTTOM INDUCER Φ14/16 mm INDUCER DRAIN PORT ELBOW (optional) Φ14 mm HOSE DRAIN HOSE CLAMP PORT DRAIN TRAP DRAIN TRAP MOUNTING BRACKET Figure 16 Horizontal Right-Hand Side Installation Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 19...
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14mm HOSE Φ14/16 mm ELBOW (optional) Φ16 mm HOSE HOSE CLAMP DRAIN TRAP DRAIN TRAP MOUNTING BRACKET Figure 17 Horizontal Left Side Installation, Vent Through Top Panel Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 2 0 |...
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Two pressure switches (one port type switches) should be relocated to other side of furnace side panel to ensure pressure switches are above water tap of condensate collector box. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 21...
Side return knockout markings Filter size The Bosch 96% AFUE Gas Furnace BGH96 series does not include a filter from the Dimensions of return air "cut out" must match those shown in Figure 1. manufacturer. The filter and filter rack must be field supplied and field installed. A DO NOT cut outside of the "knockout"...
Both acoustical lining and fibrous duct work shall comply with NFPA 90B as tested by UL Standard 181 for Class 1 Rigid air ducts. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 23...
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3/4 inch (19 mm) washable media filter is used, assume an additional 0.1 in. WC available external static pressure. ** The manufacturer default fan settings are based on model, refer to Table 24. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 2 4 |...
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3/4 inch (19 mm) washable media filter is used, assume an additional 0.1 in. WC available external static pressure. ** The manufacturer default fan settings are based on model, refer to Table 24. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 25...
For downflow or horizontal models, the transition from 2" to 3" pipe should be done immediately after exiting the furnace. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 2 6 |...
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An offset using two 45º (degree) elbows will be required for plenum clearance when the vent is increased to 3” (7.6 cm). Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 27...
Piping should be supported with pipe hangers to prevent sagging. Seal around the openings where the combustion air and / or vent piping pass through the roof or sidewalls. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 2 8 |...
12” (30.5 cm) as specified in CSA B149.1-00. not create a positive pressure in the vicinity of the vent. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 29...
The combustion air and vent pipes Exhaust must terminate in the same atmospheric zone. Figure 25 Termination Configuration - 1 Pipe, No Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 3 0 |...
Only the combustion air intake may terminate in the attic. The vent must terminate outside. Figure 31 Combustion Airflow Path Through The Furnace Cabinet Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 31...
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One opening shall be within 12 inches of the top and one within 12 inches of the bottom of the enclosure (See Table 11). Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 3 2 |...
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Table 13 ,“Estimated Free Area” to estimate free area. Wood or Metal Louvers or Grilles Wood 20-25%, Metal 60-70% Screens 1/4” mesh or larger 100% Table 13 Estimated Free Area Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 33...
Propane Installation Code (latest editions). If the vent system must be resized, follow the appropriate tables in Appendix G of the above codes or for this appliance. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 3 4 |...
Inlet Gas Supply Pressure Natural Gas Minimum: 4.5 in. WC Maximum:10.5 in. WC Propane Gas Minimum:11.0 in. WC Maximum:13.0 in. WC Table 14 Inlet Gas Supply Pressure Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 35...
2000-4500 ft. When an appliance is installed at elevations above 4500 ft, the certified high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for each additional 1000 ft. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 3 6 |...
In some cases, the installer may also need to supply a transition piece from 1/2" pipe to a larger pipe size. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 37...
A ground joint union, drip leg, and manual shutoff valve must also be supplied by the installer. In some cases, the installer may also need to supply a transition piece from 1/2 inch to another pipe size. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 3 8 |...
Proper polarity must be maintained for 115V wiring. If polarity is incorrect, control LED status indicator light will flash rapidly and furnace will NOT operate. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 39...
Fig. 37. Use best practices (NEC in U.S.) for wire bushings, external electrical source is utilized. strain relief, etc. Reinstall cover to J-Box. Do not pinch wires between cover and bracket. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 4 0 |...
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Table 20 Heat Off Delay * The factory default settings DIP Switch (SW) NOMINAL (SECONDS) S2-3 S2-4 Table 21 Cool Off Delay * The factory default settings Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 41...
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If any of the original w ire, as supplied, must be replaced, use same type or equivalent wire. Figure 37 Heating and Cooling Application Wiring Diagram with 2-Stage Thermostat Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 4 2 |...
10.8.1 Thermostat Settings The Thermostat should be set to either Fossil Fuel or Dual Fuel. Figure 38 The Fan control logic should be set to “Appliance” control. Figure 39 Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 43...
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Wiring with 3H/2C thermostat – Bosch BCC50 for example. R/RC H/DH THERMOSTAT Y/Y2 FURNACE Figure 41 Wiring Detail - Furnace and Bosch Connected Control BCC50 Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 4 4 |...
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FURNACE / CASED COIL OUTDOOR UNIT is energized based off of the delay timer. Figure 43 Wiring Detail - Furnace/Cased Coil, Bosch IDS Outdoor Unit and Bosch Connected Control BCC50 Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 45...
Caution must be taken when manually closing this switch for service purposes. There is an approximate 48 second delay between thermostat energizing and burner firing. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 4 6 |...
10 seconds, the control will restart the ignition sequence. Table 22 A momentary loss of gas supply, flame blowout, or a shorted or open condition * These times will vary depending on option switch position. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 47...
Always adjust regulator to provide the correct pressure according to the original equipment manufacturer specifications listed on the appliance rating plate. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 4 8 |...
Adjust temperature rise by adjusting the circulator blower speed. Increase blower speed to reduce temperature rise. Decrease blower speed to increase temperature rise. Refer to the following section for speed changing Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 49 details.
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Table 26 Selectable Fan Speeds Turn ON power to furnace. Verify proper temperature rise is as outlined in Temperature Rise section and on the unit nameplate. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 5 0 |...
(it is an automatic reset temperature sensor). The limit guards against the overheating resulting from insufficient air passing over the heat exchanger. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 51...
The red diagnostic LED blinks to assist in troubleshooting the unit. The number of blinks refers to a specific code (See Tables 27 & 28). Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 5 2 |...
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5. Check induced draft blower for proper — Loose or improperly connected performance. Replace if necessary. wiring. 6. Tighten or correct wiring connection. Table 27 Troubleshooting Chart Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 53...
The flame sensor should be carefully cleaned by a qualified service technician using emery cloth or steel wool. Following cleaning, the flame sense signal should be 1 to 6 microamps at 115 volts. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 55...
Inspect the metal flue for rust or holes, and make sure it’s supported properly. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) 5 6 |...
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Door Switch Air Inlet Integrated Control Module Burner Blower Rollout Limit Switch Transformer Condensate Trap Juction Box Please contact your local installer or dealer for replacement parts. Bosch 96% AFUE Condensing Gas Furnace - BTC 770503101 J (06.2023) | 57...
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United States and Canada Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. 65 Grove St. Watertown, MA 02472 Tel: 866-642-3198 Fax: 954-776-5529 www.bosch-homecomfort.us BTC 770503101 J / 06.2023 Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. reserves the right to make changes without notice due to continuing engineering and technological advances.