Congratulations!
In selecting this LENNOX Merit Plus electric fireplace, you have chosen the finest and most dependable fireplace found anywhere. A beautiful and prestigious addition to the finest homes. Welcome to a Family of hundreds of thousands of satisfied LENNOX Fireplace Owners.
Please read and carefully follow all of the instructions found in this manual. Please pay special attention to the safety instructions provided in this manual. The instruc- tions included here will assure that you have many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your LENNOX product.
Power Supply Wire Gage
Voltage | Wire Gage | Fuse |
120 V | 14 Ga. | 15 Amp |
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240 V | 14 Ga. | 20 Amp |
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Wall Switch / Thermostat Wire Gage
Voltage | Wire Gage |
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5 Volts | 18 GAGE |
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Table 1
Table of contents |
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Important Safety Information | Page | 2 |
Packaging List | Page | 3 |
Introduction | Page | 3 |
General Information | Page | 3 |
Locating Fireplace | Page | 3 |
Tools/Supplies Required | Page | 3 |
Framing Specifications | Page | 4 |
Fireplace Specifications | Page | 4 |
Clearances | Page | 5 |
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Installation Steps | Page | 5 |
Electrical Connections | Page | 5 |
Final Finishing | Page | 6 |
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Control Panel Operation | Page | 6 |
Remote Control Operation | Page | 7 |
Maintenance | Page | 8 |
Wiring Diagrams | Page 10 | |
Troubleshooting | Page | 15 |
Replacement Parts | Page 16 | |
Optional Accessories | Page | 18 |
PACKAGING lIST
This assembled Electric Room Heater is packaged with:
•One accessory package located in the firebox, containing;
1.One Installation and Operation Manual.
2.One Warranty Certificate.
3.One Remote Control.
•Two spare Light Bulbs are located in a recess on the back of the log assembly.
INTRODUCTION
This Electric Fireplace is designed for residential applications to be framed in as a fireplace.
This appliance has been tested in accor- dance with UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No.
Installation must conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes, electrical wiring and grounding must comply with the National Electrical Code ANSI/ NFPA 70 - latest edition. In Canada, the cur- rent CSA
GENERAL INFORMATION
Power Supply Wire Specifications
120 Volt, 60 Hz, 1600 Watts:
(ref. Page 10)
Hard Wire Connection - Use two conductor,
240 Volt, 60 Hz, 3000 Watt:
(ref. Page 11)
Use three conductor,
Wall Switch or Wall Thermostat Kits (optional kits, see Page 17)
Low voltage wire is provided for the wall switch connection. The wires gage requirements are shown on Table 1.
WARNING
Do not install or operate this fire- placethroughaswitchwiredinthe 120 VAC or 240 VAC circuits. The only approved wiring for a switch is through the low voltage circuit (24 VAC) as shown on Page 14.
LOCATING YOUR MERIT PLUS ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
Your new fireplace may be installed into existing framing or built into a wall (see Figure 1).
When choosing a location for your new fire- place, ensure that the general instructions are followed. Also, for the best effect, install the fireplace out of direct sunlight and away from overhead lighting. See Figure 1.
Top View Showing Approved |
Room Locations of Fireplace |
fireplace shown in gray. |
Figure 1 |
Tools and building supplies normally required
TOOLS: | BUILDING SUPPLIES: |
Phillips Screwdriver | Framing Materials |
7/16" Socket Drive | Wall Finishing Materials |
Hammer | Caulking Materials |
Saw And/or Saber Saw | (noncombustible) |
Level |
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Measuring Tape |
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Plumb Line |
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Electric Drill And Bits |
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Pliers |
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Square |
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Gloves |
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IMPORTANT NOTE: This fireplace system is not difficult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is recommended that the installer be a qualified or certified “tradesman” familiar with commonly accepted fireplace installation and safety techniques as well as prevailing local codes.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
