LG ME43BK User's Manual
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1. Page 8 Outside air installation Page 8 UZY3 fan kit installation Page 9 Framing Dimensions Page 10 Central forced air kit Page 11 Chase Enclosure Page 11 Chimney System Page 12 Installing the Chimney System Page 13 Offset Chimney Installation Page 16 Chimney Component Chart Page 17 Angled Wall Radiation Shield Page 18 Universal Roof Support Installation Page 19 Multiple Terminations Page 19 Parts and Components Page 20 Replacement Page 22 22 Clearances 22 Product Reference Information Page 24 SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE Ay CAUTION This appliance is designed for use with wood or certified pro cessed solid fuel fire logs Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning Use only fire logs that have been evaluated for the application in fireplace and refer to fire log warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use Use only Lennox Fireplace glass doors specifically designed for ME43 fireplace See Page 22 for part numbers2. Starter Section adaptor 8 AC AC8SB H3801 Starter 30 Elbow 8 AC AC8SB30 H3802 Outside Air Kit Required for AC chimney installation 12 length 8 Dia 8112 18 length 8 Dia 8118 24 length 8 Dia 8L24 f i Chimney Outside Air kit Flex Insulation Outside 36 length 8 Dia 8L36 Register and coupling ACZI Lengths amp Misc Chimney Components 48 length 8 Dia 8L48 18 Length 8 Dia x 12 Long AC6L18 H3798 Adjustable Length 12 8 Dia 8LA 36 Length 8 Dia x 36 Long AC8L36 H3799 48 Length 8 Dia x 48 Long AC8L48 H3800 15 Elbow 8 Dia AC8E15 H3795 Rain Termination Cap 8 Dia 8CC 30 Elbow 8 Dia AC8E30 H3796 Wall Band Rain Termination Cap 8 Dia AC8CPR H3794 Spark Arrester Screen universal spark arrester band PE PE Wall Band BM H0484 Roof Brace BS2 Offset Support SO H0480 Support Section AC8SL H3804 Roof Support ST H0482 Roof Brace BS2 H0483 Firestop 8BF Roof Flashings Radiation Shield 8RS Flat roof flashing ACF H0494 RadiationiShigid SRSA 1 12 7 12 5 30 AC Adj Roof Flashing H0495 15 elbow 8 Dia 8E15 30 elbow 8 Dia 8E30 Offset Support SO N c Telescopic Attic Radiation Shield 8TRS Insulated Wall Radiation Shield 885 8 12 12 12 30 45 AC Adj Roof Flashing FB 0496 Roof Flashings Storm collar ACFC 0500 1 12 7 12 5 30 8FAR 8FAR T
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4. Do not operate the fireplace with both firescreens and doors closed at the same time Use the firescreen when doors are fully opened Always keep the fire screen or the doors closed and the damper opened when using the fireplace Keep the damper closed when the fireplace is not in use The ME43 fireplace is sold with a steel log grate If you have to replace it we recom mend for optimum efficiency to replace it with an identical or similar Lennox model grate Afireplace insert heating unit may beinstalled in the fireplace only if this unit has been certified with the ME43 fireplace Thisfireplace mustbe installed with Security Chimneys ASHT S 2100 or AC 8 inside diameter chimney System only These sys tems are intended for use in any application where a traditional masonry type fireplace would apply The chimney system must always vent to the outside of the building This fireplace has been tested for installa tion in Canada to CAN ULC 5610 87 and ANSI UL 127 1996 under report number 192 5166 For installations in Canada the chimney clearance to combustibles must be 2 inches and the Cold Climate Kit must be installed The minimum installed height of the completed fireplace system is 15 0 The maximum height is 60 0 PARTS REQUIRED Fireplace Model ME43BK SP 8 diameter chimney Model Secure Temp ASHT 1 Secure Temp S 2100 or AC manu factured by Security Chimneys International o
5. Glass Cleaning The ME43 fireplace is designed to keep the glass clean under normal operating condi tions To clean the glass there are a number of specially designed cleaners Your authorized LHP Dealer can recommend a suitable cleaner Regular household glass cleaners will not clean creosote Do not use abrasives such as steel pads steel wool or oven cleaner as they will scratch the glass Doors Adjustment Glass doors may lose their adjustment during transportation or installation of the fireplace A wrong adjustment may cause a loss in combustion s efficiency and control The glass doors must be parallel at the same height and must almost touch each other when closed Maximum spacing between the doors is one sixteenth of an inch 1 16 Fastening Figure 1 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE The glass doors can be adjusted by loosening the three 3 screws of the hinges supports see fastening screws in Figure 1 If a minor angular adjustment is needed you may loosen only two 2 of the three 3 screws using the other as a pivot point Glass Replacement The glass used for the ME43 fireplace doors is a high temperature ceramic glass If the glass breaks it must be replaced with a ceramic glass suchas Neoceram Tempered or ordinary glass will not withstand the high temperatures of the ELITE ME43 fireplace Replacement glass should be purchased from your local LHP dealer Do not operate
6. SPACER BUILT INTO FLASHING FLASHING AC CHIMNEY Figure 19A SLOPE ASHT S 2100 CROSS SLOPE HOLE SIZE Table 3 Figure 19B ROOF DOWN SLOPE HOLE SIZE 14 3 8 365mm 14 5 8 371mm 15 1 4 387mm 16 1 8 410mm 17 3 8 441mm 18 3 4 476mm 20 3 8 518mm 16 406mm 16 1 4 413mm 16 7 8 429mm 17 7 8 454mm 19 1 4 489mm 20 7 8 530mm 22 5 8 575mm NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE 15 380mm 15 3 8 390mm 16 1 8 410mm 16 7 8 430mm 18 1 4 465mm 19 5 8 500mm 21 3 8 545mm 15 16 OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION The minimum chimney height including the fireplace when using elbows is Fireplace 8 ASHT S 2100 AC Vertical Installation 15 feet 4 57 m Two 2 Elbows Four 4 Elbows Table 4 18 feet 5 49 m 20 feet 6 10 m After reaching the location requiring the elbow proceed as follows ASHT and 2100 Chimneys 1 Install the first elbow Turn it in the required direction Fasten it to the chimney with the three 3 1 2 12mm metal screws provided Install the necessary lengths to achieve the required offset Lock the chimney lengths together it is recommended to use three 3 1 2 12mm screws If the offset length is made of two 2 chimney lengths use an offset support halfway up the offset If penetrating a wall install a wall radiation shield see Figure 2
7. AC 8 I D 365mm x 927mm Table 6 INSULATED WALL DRYWALL ANGLE WALL RADIATION SHIELD INSULATED Figure 22 UNIVERSAL ROOF SUPPORT INSTALLATION This support has three possible uses 1 For ASHT and S 2100 chimneys it must be used on a roof to support the chimney 2 It may be used on a floor ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset 3 be used on a floor ceiling or roof as a supplementary support when the chimney height exceeds 15 feet 4 6 m Table 7 gives maximum height of supported chimney NOTE For the AC chimney a support section AC8SL must be used every 40 12 m instead of the ST For roof support installation refer to the instructions provided with the support UNIVERSAL OFFSET SUPPORT INSTALLATION This support is used to support the chimney above an offset When the chimney offset is used to traverse a wall this support may be used on the wall to support the chimney The maximum heights are given in Table 7 For offset support installation refer to the instructions provided with the support Maximum Height Of Supported Chimney Chimney Model ASHT 8 I D 20 feet 6 10 m 24 feet 7 32 m S 2100 8 1 D 14 feet 4 30 m 16 feet 4 87 m AC 8 I D 40 feet 12 19 m 50 feet 15 20 m Table 7 18 460mm 18 460mm d 18 460mm 16 16 410mm 410mm Figure 23 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE CHIMNEY
8. special attention to the safety instructions provided in this manual This information will be useful to you now and in years to come so keep the manual handy and refer to it as needed TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules sss Page 2 Parts Required Page 3 Optional Equipment Page 3 Fireplace Maintenance AAA ataa Page 4 Chimney maintenance Page 4 Chimney fires Page 4 Door Frame Page 4 Glass 0 2222 Page 4 Doors adjustment Page 4 Glass replacement Page 4 Removal of Page 4 Fireplace Operation ie ERREUR Page 5 FIESUTITBS cs ese Page 5 Building a Page 5 Using the retractable doors and firescreens Page 5 How to use the outside air kit Page 5 Fireplace Installation 5 Tools and building supplies Page 6 Precautions sss Page 6 Installation procedure Page 6 Locating the fireplace Page 6 Adjacent Page 6 05 22 0 Page 6 Facing and mantel Page 7 Hearth
9. wood stove etc ensure that the outside air kit is properly installed This fireplace is designed to allow the instal lation of a gas burner In such a case the installation must conform with the National Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 and Z21 60 A WARNING When using a gas burner it is mandatory to keep the chimney outside air register opened 8 This fireplace has provision for the installa tion of a gas pipe and is intended only for connection to a decorative gas appliance incorporating an automatic shutoff device and complying with ANSI Z21 60 M96 CGA 2 26 96 Standard for Decorative Gas pliances for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces reference Clause 4 1 3 The 43 fireplaces are sold with factory installed doors The outside combustion air kit is mandatory and is included with the fireplace Optional blowers and decorative trims are available Tools And Building Supplies Normally Required Tools Phillips screwdriver Slot style screwdriver Hammer Saw and or Sabersaw Level Measuring tape Plumb line Electric drill and bits Pliers Square If gas pipe is used Pipe wrench Pipe cutter Pipe threader Pipe joint compound Pipe key valve Building supplies 2 x 3 or heavier lumber Drywall panel or equivalent Silicone caulking non combustible Overlay material for fireplace facade Hearth extension non combustible PRECAUTIONS The most important ar
10. CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS Forthe purpose ofthis manual achimney chase is considered a part of the chimney system rather than part of a building The termination must be placed a minimum of 18 460mm above the chase For installation where more than one chimney is located in the same chase or within the same general area we suggest that their termina tions be separated by at least 16 410mm horizontally and 18 460mm vertically This separation is to prevent smoke migrating from one chimney to another see Figure 23 19 20 ME43 COMPONENTS LISTS Installation Accessories Outside Air Kit Required included with fireplace Outside Air Coupler to connect outside air UZI to fireplace UZIAD Outside Air Ducting includes 4 insulated flex x 10 long UZI Fireplace Options Trim Kit Gold H3426 Fireplace Model 43 Approved Venting Components 8 diameter chimney Model ASHT S 2100 HT6000 HT6103 or AC manufactured by Security Chimneys International only Notes 1 Projet NovaTemp HT6000 is equivalent to S 2100 2 Projet NovaTemp HT6103 is equivalent to ASHT 3 This appliance is equiped with the ASHT Chimney Adaptor When other chimney is used a chimney adaptor for that chimney will be required 4 Chimney Adaptor S 2100 HT6000 for CANADA ONLY If you want to install a S 2100 HT6000 chimney an adaptor is available 8UCA 5 AC Chimney is Not recommended at elevations
11. fireplace s outer edge is permitted Projections within this area are permitted See Figure 4 FIREPLACE x OPENING 45 18 460mm Figure 4 ENCLOSURE A WARNING Do not place loose insulation or any other material in the space around the fireplace or the chimney Insulation placed on or around the fireplace or chim ney may cause adjacent wood to overheat and catch on fire 1 The fireplace must be installed against a finished wall like drywall finish It must not be installed against a vapor barrier or exposed insulation see Figure 5 2 Combustible materials like wood plywood particle board or drywall can be in direct contact with the fireplace standoffs Two inch 50mm clearance to combustibles must be kept around the chimney A WARNING The top of the fireplace is not zero clearance Do not place any insulating material in the space above the fireplace for a height of 7 feet from the base of the fireplace Fireplace Facing DRYWALL PANEL OR EQUIVALENT The fireplace should be framed using 2 x 3 50mm x 75mm or heavier lumber 2 x 3 MIN Figure 10 on Page 10 shows the general SPACER framing layout Combustible materials must be installed flush with the fireplace facing They may not project out in front of the fireplace Non combustible materials such as brick stone or FIREPLACE 3 Do not block the fireplace s hot air vents or Ceramic tile may project in fro
12. the unit with cracked or broken glass To remove the glass panel unscrew the frame screws remove the interior frame and the glass panel Removal Of Ashes Remove ashes only when the fire is out and the ashes are cold Lift the front of the log grate until it rests against the rear refractory then remove the ashes Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non combustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled Do notleave the ashes in the house as they give off carbon monoxide and other toxic gases Frame Screws OPERATING THE FIREPLACE Fuel The 43 fireplace is designed to work best when fueled with seasoned cordwood Hard woods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density Hardwoods will result in a longer burning fire and less frequent refueling A moisture con tent of 1596 to 20 seasoned is preferred Excessively wet wood will be difficult to burn and will result in lower efficiency and increased creosoting Do not burn scrap or garbage treated wood or wood such as driftwood from the ocean which has been exposed to salt or other chemicals Salt or chemicals can corrode the f
13. 2 Use another elbow to turn the chimney vertically Secure the elbow using three 3 1 2 12mm screws Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the hole Cut a hole for the chim ney in the ceiling Frame this hole as described previously see Page 12 From below install a radiation shield Figure 17A A support ST or SO must be used on the first 15 section 5 m Continue with the regular installa tion AC chimney 1 Install the first elbow Turn it in the required direction To lock it in place turn 1 8 of aturn Fasten the straps at tached tothe elbow to the surrounding framing using nails or drywall screws Figure 20 2 Install the necessary chimney lengths to achieve the required offset Lockthe chimney lengths together If penetrat ing a wall use a wall radiation shield Figure 22 Useanother elbow to turn the chimney vertically Lock it to the chimney Fasten the straps attached to the elbow to the surrounding framing using nails or drywall screws 4 Useaplumb bob to line up the center of the hole Cut a hole for the chim ney in the ceiling Frame this hole as described previously 5 From below install a radiation shield see Figure 17B 6 Continue with the regular installa tion Note An AC8SB starting section must be used before installing an elbow e ejdaJi do uo pesn a
14. IC COVER OUTSIDE INTAKE JN A INSULATION FLEXIBLE PIPE SCREW OPENING FACING DOWN WALL Detail INSTALLATION THE KIT MODEL UZY3 Note This fan kit can easily be installed when the fireplace has a pre installed junction box You just have to plug them in Rating 120 Volts 60Hz 63A The fans have magnetic blower mounts The junction box factory installed on approved fireplaces for the use of this fan kit must be connected to 110 VAC service before perma nently enclosing the fireplace The access hole for connecting the 110 VAC is located on the lower right exterior side of the fireplace Installation instructions 1 Open the bottom louver of the fireplace 2 Place each fan kit into the fireplace side opening 1 from the back of the fire place 3 Install the automatic fan activator on the side of the firebox the fan activator has a magnetic mount 4 Plug the fan kit into the junction box 5 Ground both fans to the back panel using the green screws see Figure 9 NOTE fireplace must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the current CSA C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code For U S A installations follow local codes and the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 CAUTION SHOULD THIS FAN REQUIRE SERVICING THE POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCON NECTED These fans require periodic maintenance Ch
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16. LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE A WARNINGS e Hot Do not touch The glass and surfaces of this appliance will be hot during operation and will retain heat for a while after shutting off the appli ance Severe burns may result Carefully supervise children in the same room as appliance Listed to standards ULC S610 amp UL 127 Report No 192 5166 v g Fa SUS S hock per INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ME43 43 Wood Burning Fireplaces P N 850 027M REV E 12 2007 ELITE SERIES MODEL ME43BK SP This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system Please read and understand these instructions before beginning your installation Do notalter or modify the fireplace or its components under any circum stances Any modification or alteration ofthe fireplace system including but not limited to the fireplace chimney components and accessories may void the warranty listings and approvals of this system and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation Lennox wood burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supple mental heater They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat source A WARNINGS e The fireplace cannot be operated withouta door Consult your dealer to select the correct door model Important To assure proper alignment o
17. ONS ARE NOT TO SCALE 11 Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling Draft Stops Firestop Termination Optional Insulation In Outside Walls Of Chase Surface 2 Outside Insulation Thermal Barrier Figure 14 CHIMNEY SYSTEM The 43 fireplace is listed only with Security Chimneys International Ltd chimney sys tems models ASHT 8 S 2100 8 or 8 Do not connect the fireplace to a masonry chimney chimney liner or other brand of factory built chimney In areas with continuous temperatures below 0 F 18 C the use of an exterior chimney increases the likelihood of operating problems such as low draft high rate of creosoting and poor start up characteristics Exterior chim neys are also prone to down drafting and flow reversal Installations located in a basement in combination with outside chimneys are especially prone to flow reversal In cold areas air cooled chimneys should not be used in an exterior installation 12 AC chimney should not be used in cold areas where temperatures are likely to fall below 32 F 0 C or altitudes above 4000 feet Achimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance The minimum system heights are indicated in Table 1 In altitude add 18 450mm to the chimney for every 2000 feet 600 m above sea level All chimney installations must include at least one support The maximum length o
18. above 4000 feet or in cold climates where temperatures are likely to fall below 32 F 0 C When using AC chimney an AC8SB starter section must be used before installing an elbow When an offset is needed immediately off the top of the fireplace a starter section AC8SB30 is available Forced Air Heating Kit Starter Kit For wall or furnace installations Includes BISFWK 1 blower BISZY flex adaptor and two clamps BISAF blower variable speed control VRUW thermo disc VTU blower flex adaptor BISAVF and back draft damper BISBD Flex choose 15 feet or 25 feet depending on installation Flex 5 inches ID x 15 feet Long 5FLEX15 Flex 5 inches ID x 25 feet Long 5FLEX25 Starter Kit Separate Components Blower flex adaptor includes damper BISBD BISAVF Blower 250 CFM BISZY Flex adaptor and two clamps for fireplace connection BISAF Blower motor speed control VRUW Thermo disc turns motor on when fireplace hot and off VTU when cool Back draft damper prevents air blowing from furnace into BISBD fireplace Heating Cooling thermostat 110 volt HCTW 4 COMPONENTS LISTS Secure Temp ASHT High Temp Insulated Stainless Steel Chimney AC Chimney 8 Diameter Listed to CAN UCL S604 amp UL 103HT at 2100 F Air Cooled 8 1 D 13 0 D AC Starter Adaptors An AC Adaptor Is Needed To Convert Fireplace For Use With AC Chimney Lengths amp Misc Chimney Components 8 length 8 Dia 8L8 co E
19. ated by the hot air duct Do notinstall the blower thermostat in the room where the fireplace is located A cooling thermostatcan be installed in the same room as the unit This thermostat will turn on the blower when the room where the fireplace is located becomes too hot This option requires electricity Make sure that the connections to the fan have been made according to the local codes and comply with their requirements It is possible to connect a flexible pipe to a central heating system Make sure the pipe will be connected to the warm air supply duct not to the return air duct Figure 13 Contact your local furnace installer for installation guidelines Chase Enclosure A chase isa vertical box like structure construct ed to surround the fireplace and chimney Refer to Figure 14 for a typical chase configuration As with all chimney installations avoid overhead obstructions such as trees power lines etc A chase should be constructed and insulated just like any outside wall In a cold climate we recommend the base of the chase should also be insulated between the solid continuous floor beneath the fireplace and the chase bottom Chase insulation in a cold climate installation is not required for safety INSULATED FLEX PIPE Figure 11 INSULATION FLEX 5 ALUMINUM TAPE COLLAR Figure 12 NO RETURN VALVE FURNACE Figure 13 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATI
20. ation The outside air assembly must be installed according to the following guidelines The maximum length of 4 1 D 100 mm insulated flexible duct is 20 feet 6 1 m Ifa longer ductis required usea 6 1 D 150mm insulated flexible duct The maximum length is 40 feet 12 m Refer to Figures 8B and 8C for connections The duct and register may be installed above or below floor level The outside air register must not be installed more than 7 feet 2 1 m above the base of the fireplace N 4 The outside air assembly must draw airfrom outside the house It must not draw air from the attic the basement or a garage Locate the outside register where it will be well away from automobile exhaust fumes or other vents The outside air register should be installed where it is not likely to be blocked by snow or exposed to extreme wind It is recommended to install the outside air register at floor level However if you must raise the air register above the fireplace level you will have to make a loop to the floor with the flexible pipe to prevent from causing a draft in the outside air register see Figure 8 Detail A o LOOP IS MANDATORY Detail A OUTSIDE AIR CONNECTION FIREPLACE TO THE FIREPLACE CONNECTION ALUMINIUM PLASTIC COVER Co Detail B Figure 8 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE OUTSIDE AIR CONNECTION ALUMINIUM TAPE PLAST
21. d easily HOW TO USE THE RETRACTABLE DOORS AND FIRESCREENS The Lennox ME43 fireplace features retractable doors and firescreens in order to allow a wider view of the fire and save space when the doors are opened To retract the doors simply open them at 90 and push them into the opening the side of the firebox The same procedure applies for the retractable firescreens see Figure 2 Note Donotoperate the fireplace with both fire screen and doors closed at the same time Figure 2 PUSH TO PEN 0 1 HOWTO USETHE OUTSIDE AIR REGISTER FIREPLACE The outside air register is located on the upper part of the top louver The outside air register supplies oxygen to the fire and allows control ofthe fire when the doors are closed The fresh air must come from outside the house the air intake must not draw air from inside the house This will minimize negative pressure in the house The more you slide the register to the left the more fresh air into the firebox and the more accelerated combustion you will get see Figure 3 When starting a fire the register should always be fully opened FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Preinstallation Please Read Before Installing Before beginning the installation of your fireplace read these safety tips and instal lation instructions carefully to be sure you understand them completely Failure to follow them could cause a fireplace ma
22. e used in the space directly above the fireplace Do not fill the space above the fireplace with any material Except the wood framing Fireplace Opening Width a aza 1080mm B sw 109mm ej a 888mm po 1612 e es 2159mm F wm e zr omm u 660mm 10 5 8 270 mm 21 1 2 699 mm Q Knock Out for Ducting 1 1 4 43 mm 1092 mm NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE CENTRAL FORCED AIR KIT The knock outs provided on the sides of the ME43 fireplace allow the connection of insulated flexible pipe which enables you to heat adjacent rooms up to 50 feet from the fireplace The ducting system must be installed as de scribed below 1 Fixthe adaptor atthe side of the fireplace by twist locking the adaptor to the fireplace You can use more than one outlet on the fireplace Figure 11 2 Attach the 5 flexible pipe using the col lars provided Important Make sure that the plastic wrapping around the flexible pipe will not be in contact with the fire place 3 Route the flexible pipe to the chosen loca tion The ducting system can be installed either in an upper room or in a lower room 4 Attach the flexible pipe to the fan using the collars Figure 12 5 Fix the decorative grill fan adaptor to the fan 6 Attach a standard 3 x 10 grill to the adaptor 7 Install the blower thermostat in that part of the house to be he
23. e chimney will pass Atthe attic level install an attic radiation shield from above see Figures 17A amp 17B For ASHT and S 2100 chimneys place the first chimney length on the fireplace To lock itinto place turn 1 4 of a turn clockwise With the AC chimney you must use a starting section before installing the first chimney length see Figure 18 Continue installing chimney lengths until you reach the desired height Every time the chimney passes through a roof or a wall install the appropriate firestop When you reach the desired height install the roof support see instructions included with the support Then put the roof flashing in place and seal the joint between the roof and the flashing with roofing pitch For sloping roofs place the flashing under the upper shingles and on top of the lower shingles Nail the flashing to the roof using roofing nails Figures 19A amp 19B Place the storm collar over the flashing and tighten it with the bolt supplied Finally seal the joint betweenthe storm collar and the chimney using silicone caulking Install the chimney cap Once the chimney cap is in place the roof flashing can be washed with a solvent or vinegar and then painted with rust proof paint NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE ATTIC RADIANT FIRESTOP SA SNS e ES STS IEI SITAS ASHT 8 S 2100 FIRESTOP Figure 17A Figure 17B 13 EQU ON RM
24. eas of concern dealing with the fireplace installation are clearances to combustible materials secure assembly of components parts the height of the chimney system the proper use of accessory equip ment and the techniques used in using finish ing materials applied to fireplace surrounds hearth extensions and wall coverings Each of these topics will be covered in greater detail throughout this manual Please give special attentiontothese instructions as you progress with your installation Fireplace Installation Procedure Move the fireplace into the desired position follow the recommendations below for enclosure Install the outside air assembly or assem blies refer to Page 8 Install the enclosure surrounding the fire place refertothe sections Enclosure below and Facing and Mantel on Page 7 Install the hearth extension see Page 8 Make sure the gap between the fireplace and the hearth extension is sealed p gt NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE LOCATING THE LENNOX FIREPLACE Do not place the fireplace on carpeting vinyl or other soft surface floor coverings It may however be directly placed on flat wood plywood particle board or other hard surface materials ADJACENT WALL A wall perpendicular to and in front of the fire place front facing must be at least 18 460mm from the fireplace opening A wall at 45 to the front facing and starting at the
25. eck the area in front of the fans and wipe or vacuum at least once a month during the burn season THERMODISC AUTOMATIC THERMAL FAN ACTIVATOR FAN WITH FAN WITH MAGNET MAGNET CONNECTOR FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OPTIONAL RHEOSTAT WITH GROUND CONNECTION Figure 9 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE 10 Corner Installation 23 11 32 593mm 21 1 2 546mm Back Wall of Chase Enclosure Including Finising Materials if any Ee E Rough Framing Face Unfinished Shown Zero Clearance From Back Spacer to Wall Combustion Air Kit 7 42 1 2 Knock Out 1080 mm Rough Framing Face unfinished shown 1092 mm for Ducting 17 1 8 435 mm Outside Air Intake Figure 10 Framing Dimensions 28 5 16 719 mm 36 914 mm Due to Lennox ongoing commitment to quality all specifications ratings and dimensions are subject to change without notice All framing dimensions calculated for 1 2 dry wall at the fireplace face If sheathing the chase or finishing with other thickness materials calculations will need to be made Thefireplace mustnotbe incontactwith any insulation or loose filling material Cover the insulation with Drywall panels around the fireplace Combustible materials can NOT b
26. elescopic attic radiation shield ACRST H0498 8 12 12 12 30 45 8FBR 8FBR Firestop ACBE BUSES Radiation Shield ACRS H0486 Storm Collar 8FC 21 22 ME43 COMPONENTS LISTS Attic Radiation Shield ACRSA Wall Radiation Shield 30 AC RSM30 Insulated Wall Radiation Shield 30 ACRSMI30 Notes AC Chimney is Not recommended at elevations above 4000 feet or in cold climates Replacement Parts Description Part Cat No Refractory PR SR2028 Back refractory PR SR2027 Right side refractory PR SR2025D Left side refractory PR SR2025G Bottom refractory PR SR1722 Front refractory ash lip PR SR2026 Log Support Grate PR HELS43 Top louver PR SR15P Bottom louver PR SR15P Louver hinges PR PIVOT Rigid firescreen right PR PARETIND 1 Black door left PR SR2060GNO Black door right PR SR2060DNO Gold plated door left PR SR2060GOR Gold plated door right PR SR2060DOR Wooden handle 5 69 Ceramic glass panel PR VC10 Snap disc blower VTU Door gasket assembly PR GASKPORTEHE 1 Damper PR DAMPER43 Touch up paint black H0487 ACRSM30 H0489 Chimney Outside Air Kit Flex Insulation Outside H1967 Register And Coupling ACZI APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Weight Height Width Depth Chimney weight ASHT Chimney weight S 2100 Chimney weight AC CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 343 Ibs 42 43 26 5 8 8 75 Ib feet 13 2 Ib feet 3 75 Ib feet The following clearances meet the minimum requi
27. es beyond the design capa bilities of the fireplace and may produce excess sparks or may contain hazardous chemicals Burning unapproved fuels can result a chimney fire a house fire personal injury death or loss of property To avoid the risk of damaging fireplace materials and increas ing the risk of fire do not use the fireplace to cook or warm food Ay CAUTION NEVER use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid naphtha engine oil or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this fireplace Keep any flammable liquids a safe distance from the fireplace at all times The fireplace must be operated with the doors fully opened or fully closed If the doors are left partly opened gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace open ing creating risks of both fire and smoke A WARNING Never leave your fireplace unat tended while it is burning CAUTION Use care when selecting window treatments for windows located near the fireplace Avoid using combustible flowing window treatments such as curtains on nearby windows that are of sufficient length to be blown in front of an open flame when the window is opened Keep any combustible furniture materials or decorative pillows at least 48 1219 mm from the front fireplace opening A WARNING This fireplace has NOT been tested with an unvented gas log set To reduce risk of fire or injury do not
28. f chimney that can be supported by the fireplace is 12 feet 3 6 m for S 2100 18 feet 5 4 m for ASHT and 26 feet 8 m for AC chimney The chimney must extend at least 3 feet 915mm above its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet 610mm higher than any wall roof or building within 10 feet 3 m of it see Figure 15 If the chimney extends higher than 5 feet 1500mm above its point of contact with the roof it must be secured using a roof brace or guide wires A rain cap must be installed on top of the chim ney Failure to install a rain cap may cause the fireplace to corrode and operate inefficiently Cut and frame square holes in all floors and the roof to provide a 2 50mm clearance between the chimney and any combustible materials Do not fill this 2 50mm space with any material Portions of the chimney which may extend through accessible spaces must be enclosed to avoid contact with combustible materials or damage the chimney Minimum System Heights MEA3BK SP ASHT S 2100 15 feet 4 57 m Fireplace Model Chimney Model Vertical Installation One Offset 2 elbows 18 feet 5 49 m Two Offsets 4 elbows 20 feet 6 10 m Table 1 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE A WARNING Ifinsulationis used the fireplace must not be placed directly against it Insulation or vapor barriers if used must first be covered with drywall panels plywood pa
29. f glass doors Install this fireplace in a square and plumb condition using shims as necessary at sides and or bottom Install the fireplace only as described in these instructions NATIONAL We recommend that our woodburning INSTITUTE hearth products be installed and serviced NFI by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are certified in Canada by 0 CERTIFIED Wood Energy Technical Wood Energy wis Technical Training www nficertified org Training WETT PIME43 F REV 3 IMPORTANT GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE A WARNING Never leave children unattended when there is a fire burning in the fireplace A IMPORTANT When burning wood use SOLID NATURAL DRY WELL SEASONED WOOD ONLY Hardwoods are recommended soft woods tend to burn very quickly e DO NOT burn treated wood charcoal coal trash card board driftwood woods dipped in tar Christmas tree greens pitch pine tar creosote chemi cal chimney cleaners flame colorants polystyrene packag ing wood products with synthetic binders i e plywood Plywood lumber and other misc materi als can produce abnormally high temperatures sputtering and smoking fires and may contain hazardous chemicals to treat insects and fungus e Burning unapproved fuels can produce excessive tempera tur
30. f the appliance If you encounter any problems or have any questions concerning the installation or application of this system please contact your dealer LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS 1110 West Taft Avenue Orange CA 92865 Visit us at www Lennox com Your Fireplace s Serial Number The Date On Which Your Fireplace Was Installed Your Dealer s Name Your Dealer s Phone Number NATIONAL FIREPLACE We recommend that our woodburning INSTITUTE hearth products be installed and serviced NFI by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as e NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are certified in Canada by CERTIFIED Wood Energy Technical www nficertified org Training WETT Wood Energy The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A O 2005 by Lennox Hearth Products P N 850 027M REV E 12 2007 NATIONAL Nous recommandons que nos p eles FIREPLACE P 4 INSTITUTE bois soient install s et que l entretien NFI soit effectu par des professionnels certifi s aux Etats Unis par le National A Fireplace Institute NFI et au Canada par le Wood Energy CERTIFIED Technical Training www nficertified org WETT Wood Energy LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS 1110 Wes
31. install an unvented gas log set into this fireplace Ay WARNING Be careful adding wood fuel to the fire orhandling fireplace tools such as shovels tongs or pokers Never modify or alter your fire place system in any way To do so may create a potential fire hazard and void the warranty listings and approvals of this system The bottom refractory can be cracked by excessive abuse such as tossing heavy logs onto the grate or gouging with fireplace tools Exercise caution when adding wood to your fireplace Ay WARNING Neither the manufacturer nor the seller warrants smoke free operation nor are we responsible for inadequate system draft caused by mechanical systems general construction conditions inadequate chimney heights adverse wind conditions and or unusual environmental factors or conditions beyond our control AY WARNING Always ensure thatthe air inletto the fireplace is free from debris and any other obstructions that can block the entrance of air A WARNING An outside air kit must be installed on the ME43 fire place CONGRATULATIONS In selecting this LENNOX wood burning appliance you have chosen one of the fin est fireplaces available The ME43 wood fireplace is a clean burning fireplace that is designed to provide you dependable service as well as warmth and enjoyment for many years to come Please carefully read and follow all of the instructions found in this manual Please pay
32. irebox and chimney Do not abuse the unit by burning large amounts of paper cardboard Christmas tree branches or building construction materi als such as pressed wood plywood or lumber Intense firing with these may overheat the fireplace causing damage to the unit a fire or even possibly igniting a chimney fire if the chimney is creosoted First Fires The first 5 or 6 fires should be small fires of short duration about 30 60 minutes The first fire should be especially short This will help cure the refractory bricks The first fires may produce slight smoking and some odor due to drying of the paint and steel and any dust accumulated on the fireplace will be burn off at this time For this reason the room should be well ventilated during the first few fires Building A Fire To startafire place several crumpled up balls of newspaper inthe firebox Place small dry pieces of kindling ontop ofthe paper crisscrossing the kindling so that there is airspaces in between Place the larger pieces of kindling on top of the pile Keep the fuel far back enough so that air can get underneath Open the air control fully and light the newspaper Once the kindling fire is well established cordwood can be added The unit will burn best with a minimum of two pieces of cordwood spaced 1 to 2 apart and al lowing airto get under the fuel Crisscrossing or arranging the fuel so that air can get underneath will help the fire to get starte
33. learn how often it will be necessary to clean your chimney 2 Have your chimney cleaned by a qualified chimney sweep Chimney maintenance should only be conducted by a qualified technical or chimney sweep company 3 Do not expect chemical cleaners to keep your chimney clean The raincap can be removed for inspection and or cleaning of the chimney Unscrew the braces which attach the raincap to the chimney Using gloves firmly grip the upper portion of the rain cap Turn the cap and lift it off the chimney CHIMNEY FIRES If you are having a chimney fire follow these steps 1 Close the glass doors and the air inlet 2 Close the chimney outside air register 3 Alert your family of the possible danger 4 f you require assistance alert your fire department 5 If possible use a dry chemical fire extin guisher baking soda or sand to control the fire Do not use water as it may cause dangerous steam explosions 6 Watch for smouldering or fire on combustibles next to the fireplace and chimney Check outside to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are not igniting the roof 7 Do not use the fireplace again until your chimney and fireplace have been inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or a fire department inspector Door Frame Care Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth to polish the frame Do not use abrasives such as steel wool or steel pads for they may scratch the door frame finish
34. lfunc tion resulting in serious bodily injury and or property damage The ME43 fireplace has been tested and listed to ULand ULC standards by Warnock Hersey International Inc These instructions were written to give you an outline for a fast and safe installation and trouble free operation Figure 3 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE Failureto use LHP parts or conduct variations in techniques and construction materials described in this installation manual may create a serious fire hazard and may void the warranty and the WHI listing Always check your local building codes The installation must comply with their regulations Before beginning the instal lation consult the local authorities and make sure your building permit complies with their requirements A Thisfireplace must be installed with Security Chimneys chimney system models ASHT S 2100 or AC of 8 inside diameter These systems are intended for use in any applica tion where atraditional masonry type fireplace would apply The chimney system must always vent to the outside of the building To maintain top efficiency and to prevent build up of soot and creosote inspect and clean the chimney periodically during the heating season o To prevent possible hazards due to poor combustion and to avoid affecting other fuel burning appliances furnace
35. nly including Chimney lengths Elbows where necessary Associated components as per these Installation Instructions Door included Outside Air Kit included OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Additional Equipment optional Trim Kit and Door Capping available in Nickel and Gold UZY5 blower VRUW Blower motor speed control Forced Air Heating Kit FIREPLACE MAINTENANCE CREOSOTE When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form a black deposit called creosote The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire If the creosote accumulation is large a creosote fire in the chimney can damage the chimney and over heat the surrounding wood framing Creosote formation in a chimney can be minimized by making small hot fires rather than slow burning smouldering fires CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE Regular chimney inspection and maintenance combined with proper operation will help pre vent chimney fires Keep your chimney clean Do notallow morethan a 1 16 1 6mm build up of creosote in your chimney The amount of creosote will depend on variables such as fre quency of use and type of fire We recommend that you follow the instructions below 1 Initially inspect the chimney system weekly By doing this you will
36. nt of and or on air inlets as this will cause the fireplace to Me fireplace facing overheat FLASHING ROOF SUPPORT NON COMBUSTIBLE CHASE TOP ATTIC FIRESTOP CEILING FLOOR SEPARATION XX MUST HAVE THE SAME FIRE RATING AS ADJACENT CEILING MUST HAVE THE SAME INSULATION AS ADJACENT CEILING LOCAL CODE REGULATION FOR CEILING MUST BE APPLIED TO THE CEILING FLOOR SEPARATION I E FIRESTOP ETC FINISHED WALL FIREPLACE A Y A A A A A Y Y Y Y A A A A A A A A A A A A A Y A Y A Y Y A A A Y A Y 22222222222222222222222202220222222 524 lt NOTE Chase wall and floor must be insulated in the same manner than the rest of the building below the attic Figure 5 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE Figure 6 A WARNING The header should rest on top of the metal spacers Do not alter the spacers or notch the header to fit around them Do not block the air inlet or outlet as this will cause the fireplace to overheat Mantel A wood mantel if installed must be at least 48 1 2 m above the base of the fireplace see Figure 7 There is no restriction regarding the length or the width of the mantel Figure 7 Hearth Extension Requiremen
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38. rements for a safe installation Side wall Ceiling Fireplace enclosure Chimney Mantel 18 457mm 7 feet 2135mm measured from the base of the fireplace Bottom 0 Side 0 Back 0 Top Do not fill the space above the fireplace with any material 7 feet measured from the base of the fireplace 2 50mm 48 1219mm from the base of the fireplace NOTES 23 24 WARRANTY Your fireplace is covered by a limited warranty Please read the warranty to be familiar with its coverage Retain this manual File it with your other documents for future refer ence PRODUCT REFERENCE INFORMATION We recommend that you record the following important information about your fireplace Please contact your Lennox Hearth Products dealer for any questions or concerns For the number of your nearest Lennox Hearth Products dealer please call 1 800 9 LENNOX REPLACEMENT PARTS See Page 22 for a complete replacement parts list Use only parts sup plied from the manufacturer Your Fireplace s Model Number Normally all parts should be ordered through your Lennox Hearth Products distributor or dealer Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order When ordering repair parts always give the following information 1 The model number of the appliance 2 The serial number of the appliance 3 The part number 4 The description of the part 5 The quantity required 6 The installation date o
39. rticle board or other material to assure insulation and vapor barriers remain in place A WARNING Do not pack or fill required air spaces with insulation or other material No material is allowed in these areas Construction Materials e framing materials paneling e particle board flooring dry wall elc e plywood Note 2 clearance to combustibles around chimney components required Note Do not insulate the chase cavity with blown or fill type insulation materials Note Local codes may not require firestopping at the ceiling levels for outside chase installa tions However it is recommended for safety and the reduction of heat loss Chimney Height The total height of your completed fireplace systemfromthe surfacethe fireplace rests onto the chimney top must not exceed 60 and must also meet minimum height requirements Refer to the minimum system height chart Figure 15 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STRAIGHT INSTALLATION Cutand frame the holes in the ceiling floor and roof where the chimney will pass see Figure 16 Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the holes The hole sizes are indicated in Table 2 for the floor and ceiling holes and in Table 3 on Page 15 for the roof holes Figure 16 SIZE OPENING Note See Table 3 for Sloped Roof Framing Table 2 Flat Roof Framing From below install a firestop in each ceiling floor separationthrough which th
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41. ts refer to Figure 7 A non combustible hearth extension must be built in front of the fireplace and extend out on both sides Hearth extensions must be constructed according to the following guidelines 1 Alayer of sheet metal 0 018 0 45mm thick or 3 8 9mm thick insulating board or any other material tiles marble granite with equivalent heat resistance may be used Check with the local building authorities before installing to determine what other materials are acceptable in your area The hearth extension should be secured to the floor The gap between the fireplace and the hearth extension must be sealed with non combustible caulking or cement Onaraised base or raised hearth a Z shape piece of metal must be fabricated to join the bottom of the fireplace to the floor N Outside Air Assembly The outside air assembly is mandatory for the fireplace During operation the fireplace requires air for combustion and draws air out of the house It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces As well exhaust fans and fan driven appliances may compete for air causing a negative pressure in the home resulting in smoke entering the home from the fireplace This situation is aggravated in modern airtight houses To overcome this potential problem the installation of an outside air assembly is required to provide outside combustion air to the fireplace Outside Air Install
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