Lennox Hearth MPE-36R warranty Symptom Possible Causes, Corrective Action

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom

Possible Causes

Who Performs Corrective

Corrective Action

 

 

Action

 

1. Fireplace turns off and will not

Fireplace has overheated.

Homeowner

The appliance is protected with a safety

turn on and an audible beeping

 

 

device to prevent it from overheating. If

noise can be heard.

 

 

the fireplace should overheat, a thermal

 

 

 

switch will disconnect power to the

 

 

 

unit and will not come back on without

 

 

 

being reset. Reset it by turning the

 

 

 

main power switch off (or optional wall

 

 

 

switch or wall thermostat, if installed)

 

 

 

and waiting 10 minutes then turning it

 

 

 

back on. If the thermal switch continues

 

 

 

to trip repeatedly contact a qualified

 

 

 

service technician.

 

 

 

 

2. Flame is fixed (unmoving).

Wiring may be loose or the flame

Qualified service technician

Inspect all wiring for loose connec-

 

motor may be defective.

 

tions. If the wire connections are good,

 

 

 

replace the flame motor.

 

 

 

 

3. Dim or poorly visible flame or log

Light bulb(s) burnt out or wiring

Homeowner

Inspect all wiring for loose connec-

set and ember is not glowing.

is loose.

 

tions and repair or replace if neces-

 

 

 

sary. Inspect light bulbs and replace

 

 

 

if necessary.

4. Flame sputters.

Flame motor is defective.

Qualified service technician

Replace flame motor.

 

 

 

 

5. Remote control does not work.

Low batteries.Unit switch and/or

Homeowner

Replace aa batteries in remote control.

 

wall switch in “on” position.

 

If problem persists, there may have

 

 

 

been a loss of power to the unit as a

 

 

 

possible result from a power failure

 

 

 

(i.E. Breaker tripped).

 

 

 

Turn off main power on/off switch (see

 

 

 

figure 4) and/or optional wall switch (if

 

 

 

applicable).

6. Circuit breaker trips or fuse blows

Improper circuit current rating.

Qualified service technician

Check the house circuit to ensure it is

when the unit is turned on.

 

 

on a dedicated circuit with proper amp.

 

 

 

Rating. If the circuit breaker continues

 

 

 

to trip (or blown fuses), inspect wiring

 

 

 

for a loose connection or a dead short.

 

 

 

Repair or replace wiring and/or con-

 

 

 

nectors as necessary.

 

 

 

 

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.

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Contents Electric Fireplace 775,172M REV. G 04/2007 Do not Block Airflow AT the Bottom AIR IntakesReport # C1482763 Important Safety and Warniing Information Congratulations Top View Framing SpecificationsFireplace specifications Left SidePRE-INSTALLATION BREAK-IN Period Manual control Panel Main Power On/Off rear most switchFlame / Ember On/Off front most switch Final FinishingRemote Control Operation Brick Panel Removal Procedure MaintenanceCleaning the Glass Enclosure Panel optional kit HEATER/BLOWER Replacement PROCE- DureEmber Bed Bulb Replacement ProcedureAccess bulbs as follows Replacing Light BulbsWiring Diagram 120 volt Wiring 120 voltGround 120 v 1600 w Ground Wiring 240 voltGround Ground 240 v 3000 wInside Outside Wall Thermostat & Wall Switch Wiring DiagramsInside Outside Optional kits, seeWhite Left Side Fireplace Wall Thermostat Wiring 24 VACWall Thermostat Black WhiteWire the wall switch prior to installing the fireplace Wall Switch Wiring 24 VACRed Symptom Possible Causes Corrective ActionAction Description Mpe-36r Cat. No Qty Replacement PartsReplacement Parts component diagrams Mpe-36r Trim Kit Accessory ComponentsWall Switch Kit Wall ThermostatPage 775,172M REV.G 04/2007
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MPE-36R specifications

The Lennox Hearth MPE-36R is an innovative gas fireplace that exemplifies both modern aesthetics and cutting-edge technology. Designed to enhance any living space, this fireplace model combines efficiency and elegance, making it a popular choice among homeowners looking to create a cozy atmosphere.

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