This is a safety alert symbol and should never be ignored.
When you see this symbol on labels or in manuals, be alert
to the potential for personal injury or death.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE
HOMEOWNER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Installation and service must
be performed by a licensed professional installer (or
equivalent), service agency or the gas supplier.
Start Up and Performance Checklist31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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506896−01
*P506896-01*
Unit Dimensions − inches (mm)
A
B
AIR FLOW
9/16
(14)
FLUE OUTLET
(Top)
1−1/2 (38)
Front Panel
3−1/8
(79)
D
9/16
(14)
RETURN AIR
OPENING
B
19−7/16
(494)
9/16
(14)
TOP VIEW
27−3/4
(705)
19−7/16
(494)
9/16
(14)
9/16
(14)
ELECTRICAL INLET
33
(838)
Supply
C
Air
Model No.
EL280DF070P36A14−1/236813−3/8340133304−3/4121
EL280DF090P48B17−1/244616−3/8416164066−1/4159
EL280DF110P60C2153319−7/850419−1/24958203
in.mmin.mmin.mmin.mm
3/4
(19)
ABCD
5−3/8 (137) Right
2−3/16 (56) Left
6−5/8 (168) Right
7−1/8 (181) Left
(Either Side)
GAS PIPING INLET
(Either Side)
19−1/4
Supply
(489)
Air
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EL280DF Gas Furnace
The EL280DF gas furnace is shipped ready for installation
in the downflow position fueled by natural gas. A conversion kit (ordered separately) is required for use in LP/Propane gas applications.
Shipping and Packing List
Package 1 of 1 contains
1 − Assembled EL280DF unit
1 − Bag assembly containing the following:
The following items may be ordered separately:
1 − Thermostat
1 − LP/Propane changeover kit
1 − Combustible flooring base
1 − High altitude kit
Check equipment for shipping damage. If you find any
damage, immediately contact the last carrier.
Safety Information
DANGER
Danger of explosion.
There are circumstances in which odorant used with
LP/propane gas can lose its scent. In case of a leak,
LP/propane gas will settle close to the floor and may
be difficult to smell. An LP/propane leak detector
should be installed in all LP applications.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Installation and service must
be performed by a licensed professional installer (or
equivalent), service agency or the gas supplier.
CAUTION
As with any mechanical equipment, personal injury
can result from contact with sharp sheet metal
edges. Be careful when you handle this equipment.
Certifications
EL280DF units are CSA International certified.
In the USA, installation of gas furnaces must conform with
local building codes. In the absence of local codes, units
must be installed according to the current National Fuel
Gas Code (ANSI-Z223.1). The National Fuel Gas Code is
available from the following address:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
11 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036
Clearances
Adequate clearance must be made around the air openings into the vestibule area. In order to ensure proper unit
operation, combustion and ventilation air supply must be
provided according to the current National Fuel Gas Code.
Vent installations must be consistent with the National Fuel
Gas Code venting tables (in this instruction) and applicable
provisions of local building codes.
This furnace is CSA International certified for installation
clearances to combustible material as listed on the unit
nameplate and in the tables in figure 13. Accessibility and
service clearances must take precedence over fire protection
clearances.
Installed Locations
For installation in a residential garage, the furnace must
be installed so that the burner(s) and the ignition source
are located no less than 18 inches (457 mm) above the
floor. The furnace must be located or protected to avoid
physical damage by vehicles. When a furnace is installed
in a public garage, hangar, or other building that has a hazardous atmosphere, the furnace must be installed according to recommended good practice requirements and current National Fuel Gas Code.
NOTE − Furnace must be adjusted to obtain a temperature
rise within the range(s) specified on the unit nameplate. Failure to do so may cause erratic limit operation and may also
result in premature heat exchanger failure.
This EL280DF furnace must be installed so that its electrical components are protected from water.
Installed in Combination with a Cooling Coil
When this furnace is used with cooling units, it shall be
installed in parallel with, or on the upstream side of, cooling
units to avoid condensation in the heating compartment.
With a parallel flow arrangement, a damper (or other
means to control the flow of air) must adequately prevent
chilled air from entering the furnace (see figure 1). If the
damper is manually operated, it must be equipped to prevent operation of either the heating or the cooling unit, unless it is in the full HEAT or COOL setting.
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GAS UNIT
Dampers
(open during heating
operation only)
AIR HANDLER
Dampers
(open during cooling
operation only)
FIGURE 1
When installed, this furnace must be electrically grounded
according to local codes. In addition, in the United States,
installation must conform with the current National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70. The National Electric Code
(ANSI/NFPA No. 70) is available from the following address:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Battery March Park
Quincy, MA 02269
NOTE − This furnace is designed for a minimum continuous return air temperature of 60°F (16°C) or an intermittent operation down to 55°F (13°C) dry bulb for cases
where a night setback thermostat is used. Return air temperature must not exceed 85°F (29°C) dry bulb.
The EL280DF furnace may be installed in alcoves, closets,
attics, basements, garages, and utility rooms in the downflow position.
This furnace design has not been CSA International
certified for installation in mobile homes, recreational
vehicles, or outdoors.
Use of Furnace as Construction Heater
Lennox does not recommend the use of EL280DF units as
a construction heater during any phase of construction.
Very low return air temperatures, harmful vapors and operation of the unit with clogged or misplaced filters will damage the unit.
EL280DF units may be used for heating of buildings or
structures under construction, if the following conditions
are met:
D The vent system must be permanently installed per
these installation instructions.
D A room thermostat must control the furnace. The use of
fixed jumpers that will provide continuous heating is not
allowed.
D The return air duct must be provided and sealed to the
furnace.
D Return air temperature range between 60°F (16°C) and
80°F (27°C) must be maintained.
D Air filters must be installed in the system and must be
maintained during construction.
D Air filters must be replaced upon construction comple-
tion.
D The input rate and temperature rise must be set per the
furnace rating plate.
D One hundred percent (100%) outdoor air must be pro-
vided for combustion air requirements during construction. Temporary ducting may supply outdoor air to the
furnace. Do not connect duct directly to the furnace.
Size the temporary duct following these instructions in
section for Combustion, Dilution and Ventilation Air in a
confined space with air from outside.
D The furnace heat exchanger, components, duct system,
air filters and evaporator coils must be thoroughly
cleaned following final construction clean−up.
D All furnace operating conditions (including ignition, in-
put rate, temperature rise and venting) must be verified
according to these installation instructions.
General
These instructions are intended as a general guide and do
not supersede local codes in any way. Consult authorities
having jurisdiction before installation.
In addition to the requirements outlined previously, the following general recommendations must be considered
when installing a EL280DF furnace:
D Place the furnace as close to the center of the air dis-
tribution system as possible. The furnace should also be
located close to the chimney or vent termination point.
D Do not install the furnace where drafts might blow direct-
ly into it. This could cause improper combustion and unsafe operation.
D Do not block the furnace combustion air openings with
clothing, boxes, doors, etc. Air is needed for proper
combustion and safe unit operation.
D When the furnace is installed in an attic or other insu-
lated space, keep insulation away from the furnace.
NOTE − The Commonwealth of Massachusetts stipulates these additional requirements:
D Gas furnaces shall be installed by a licensed plumb-
er or fitter only.
D The gas cock must be T handle" type.
D When a furnace is installed in an attic, the passage-
way to and service area surrounding the equipment
shall be floored.
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WARNING
The State of California has determined that this product may contain or produce a chemical or chemicals,
in very low doses, which may cause serious illness
or death. It may also cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm.
Combustion, Dilution & Ventilation Air
In the past, there was no problem in bringing in sufficient outdoor air for combustion. Infiltration provided all the air that
was needed. In today’s homes, tight construction practices
make it necessary to bring in air from outside for combustion. Take into account that exhaust fans, appliance vents,
chimneys, and fireplaces force additional air that could be
used for combustion out of the house. Unless outside air is
brought into the house for combustion, negative pressure
(outside pressure is greater than inside pressure) will build
to the point that a downdraft can occur in the furnace vent
pipe or chimney. As a result, combustion gases enter the living space creating a potentially dangerous situation.
In the absence of local codes concerning air for combustion and ventilation, use the guidelines and procedures in
this section to install EL280DF furnaces to ensure efficient
and safe operation. You must consider combustion air
needs and requirements for exhaust vents. A portion of this
information has been reprinted with permission from the
National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI-Z223.1). This reprinted material is not the complete and official position of the ANSI on
the referenced subject, which is represented only by the
standard in its entirety.
CAUTION
Do not install the furnace in a corrosive or contaminated atmosphere. Meet all combustion and ventilation air requirements, as well as all local codes.
CAUTION
Insufficient combustion air can cause headaches,
nausea, dizziness or asphyxiation. It will also cause
excess water in the heat exchanger resulting in rusting and premature heat exchanger failure. Excessive
exposure to contaminated combustion air will result
in safety and performance related problems. Avoid
exposure to the following substances in the combustion air supply:
Permanent wave solutions
Chlorinated waxes and cleaners
Chlorine base swimming pool chemicals
Water softening chemicals
De-icing salts or chemicals
Carbon tetrachloride
Halogen type refrigerants
Cleaning solvents (such as perchloroethylene)
Printing inks, paint removers, varnishes, etc.
Hydrochloric acid
Cements and glues
Antistatic fabric softeners for clothes dryers
Masonry acid washing materials
All gas-fired appliances require air for the combustion process. If sufficient combustion air is not available, the furnace or other appliances will operate inefficiently and unsafely. Enough air must be provided to meet the needs of all
fuel-burning appliances and appliances such as exhaust
fans which force air out of the house. When fireplaces, exhaust fans, or clothes dryers are used at the same time as
the furnace, much more air is necessary to ensure proper
combustion and to prevent a downdraft. Insufficient air
causes incomplete combustion which can result in carbon
monoxide.
In addition to providing combustion air, fresh outdoor air
dilutes contaminants in the indoor air. These contaminants may include bleaches, adhesives, detergents, solvents and other contaminants which can corrode furnace
components.
The requirements for providing air for combustion and ventilation depend largely on whether the furnace is installed in
an unconfined or a confined space.
Unconfined Space
An unconfined space is an area such as a basement or
large equipment room with a volume greater than 50 cubic
feet (1.42 m
bined input rating of all appliances installed in that space.
This space also includes adjacent rooms which are not
separated by a door. Though an area may appear to be unconfined, it might be necessary to bring in outdoor air for
combustion if the structure does not provide enough air by
infiltration. If the furnace is located in a building of tight
construction with weather stripping and caulking around
the windows and doors, follow the procedures in the air
from outside section.
3
) per 1,000 Btu (.29 kW) per hour of the com-
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Confined Space
A confined space is an area with a volume less than 50 cubic feet (1.42 m
3
) per 1,000 Btu (.29 kW) per hour of the
combined input rating of all appliances installed in that
space. This definition includes furnace closets or small
equipment rooms.
When the furnace is installed so that supply ducts carry air
circulated by the furnace to areas outside the space containing the furnace, the return air must be handled by ducts
which are sealed to the furnace casing and which terminate
outside the space containing the furnace. This is especially
important when the furnace is mounted on a platform in a
confined space such as a closet or small equipment room.
Even a small leak around the base of the unit at the platform
or at the return air duct connection can cause a potentially
dangerous negative pressure condition. Air for combustion
and ventilation can be brought into the confined space either
from inside the building or from outside.
EQUIPMENT IN CONFINED
CHIMNEY
OR GAS
VENT
FURNACE
NOTE − Each opening shall have a free area of at least one square
inch (645 mm
ing of all equipment in the enclosure, but not less than 100 square
inches (64516 mm
2
) per 1,000 Btu (.29 kW) per hour of the total input rat-
2
).
SPACE ALL AIR FROM INSIDE
WATER
HEATER
OPENINGS
(To Adjacent
Room)
FIGURE 2
Air from Inside
If the confined space that houses the furnace adjoins a
space categorized as unconfined, air can be brought in by
providing two permanent openings between the two
spaces. Each opening must have a minimum free area of 1
square inch (645 mm
2
) per 1,000 Btu (.29 kW) per hour of
total input rating of all gas−fired equipment in the confined
space. Each opening must be at least 100 square inches
(64516 mm
2
). One opening shall be within 12 inches (305
mm) of the top of the enclosure and one opening within 12
inches (305 mm) of the bottom. See figure 2.
Air from Outside
If air from outside is brought in for combustion and ventilation, the confined space must have two permanent openings. One opening shall be within 12 inches (305 mm) of the
top of the enclosure and one opening within 12 inches (305
mm) of the bottom. These openings must communicate directly or by ducts with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that freely communicate with the outdoors or indirectly
through vertical ducts. Each opening shall have a minimum
free area of 1 square inch (645 mm
2
) per 4,000 Btu (1.17
kW) per hour of total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure. See figures 3 and 4. When communicating with
the outdoors through horizontal ducts, each opening shall
have a minimum free area of 1 square inch (645 mm
2
) per
2,000 Btu (.56 kW) per total input rating of all equipment in
the enclosure. See figure 5.
When ducts are used, they shall be of the same cross−sectional area as the free area of the openings to which they
connect. The minimum dimension of rectangular air ducts
shall be no less than 3 inches (75 mm). In calculating free
area, the blocking effect of louvers, grilles, or screens must
be considered. If the design and free area of protective covering is not known for calculating the size opening required,
it may be assumed that wood louvers will have 20 to 25 percent free area and metal louvers and grilles will have 60 to
75 percent free area. Louvers and grilles must be fixed in the
open position or interlocked with the equipment so that they
are opened automatically during equipment operation.
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CHIMNEY OR
GAS VENT
FURNACE
(Inlet Air from Crawlspace and Outlet Air to Ventilated Attic)
VENTILATION LOUVERS
(Each end of attic)
EQUIPMENT IN CONFINED SPACE
ALL AIR FROM OUTSIDE
OUTLET
AIR
WATER
HEATER
CHIMNEY
OR GAS
VENT
FURNACE
VENTILATION
LOUVERS
(For unheated crawl space)
NOTE−The inlet and outlet air openings shall each have a free area of at least one square inch (645
2
mm
) per 4,000 Btu (1.17 kW) per hour of the total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure.
INLET
AIR
FIGURE 3
EQUIPMENT IN CONFINED SPACE
ALL AIR FROM OUTSIDE
(All Air Through Ventilated Attic)
VENTILATION LOUVERS
(Each end of attic)
OUTLET
AIR
INLET AIR
(Ends 12 in.
above bottom)
FURNACE
CHIMNEY
OR GAS
VENT
CONFINED SPACE
WATER
HEATER
OUTLET AIR
INLET AIR
EQUIPMENT IN
ALL AIR FROM
OUTSIDE
WATER
HEATER
NOTE−The inlet and outlet air openings shall each have a
free area of at least one square inch (645 mm
2
) per 4,000
Btu (1.17 kW) per hour of the total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure.
FIGURE 4
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NOTE − Each air duct opening shall have a free area of at least
one square inch (645 mm
2
) per 2,000 Btu (.59 kW) per hour of
the total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure. If the
equipment room is located against an outside wall and the air
openings communicate directly with the outdoors, each opening shall have a free area of at least one square inch (645 mm
per 4,000 Btu (1.17 kW) per hour of the total input rating of all
other equipment in the enclosure.
FIGURE 5
2
)
Downflow Installation
Downflow unit installs in three ways: on non−combustible
flooring, on combustible flooring using a downflow combustible flooring base, or on a reverse−flow cooling cabinet.
Do not drag the unit across the floor.
Installation on Non−Combustible Flooring (Figure 6)
1 − Cut floor opening keeping in mind clearances listed on
unit rating plate. Also keep in mind gas supply connections, electrical supply, flue and air intake connections
and sufficient installation and servicing clearances.
See table 1 for correct floor opening size.
2 − Flange warm air plenum and lower the plenum into the
opening.
3 − Set the unit over the plenum and seal the plenum to
the unit.
4 − Ensure that the seal is adequate.
CAUTION
The furnace and downflow combustible flooring
base shall not be installed directly on carpeting, tile,
or other combustible material other than wood flooring.
EL280DF UNIT
SUPPLY AIR PLENUM
PROPERLY
SIZED FLOOR
OPENING
DOWNFLOW
COMBUSTIBLE
FLOORING BASE
EL280DF UNIT
OPENING
SUPPLY AIR
PLENUM
FIGURE 6
TABLE 1
NON−COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR OPENING SIZE
Cabinet Width
A (14.5")19−3/450213−1/4337
B (17.5")19−3/450216−1/4413
C (21")19−3/450219−3/4502
NOTE − Floor opening dimensions listed are 1/4 inch (6 mm) larger than
the unit opening. See unit dimensions on page 2.
Front to RearSide to Side
in.mmin.mm
Installation on Combustible Flooring (Figure 7)
1 − When unit is installed on a combustible floor, a down-
flow combustible flooring base must be installed between the furnace and the floor. The base must be ordered separately.
See table 2 for opening size to cut in floor.
FIGURE 7
TABLE 2
COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR OPENING SIZE
Cabinet Width
A (14.5")
B (17.5")
C (21")
Front to RearSide to Side
in.mmin.mm
2255915−3/4400
2255918−3/4476
2255922−3/4578
2 − After opening is cut, set combustible flooring base into
opening.
3 − Check sealing strips on combustible flooring base to
make sure they are properly glued and positioned.
4 − Lower supply air plenum into downflow combustible
flooring base until plenum flanges seal against the
strips.
NOTE − Be careful not to damage sealing strips. Check
for a tight seal.
5 − Set the furnace over the plenum.
6 − Ensure that the seal between the furnace and plenum
is adequate.
Installation on Cooling Cabinet (Figure 8)
1 − Refer to reverse−flow coil installation instructions for
correctly sized opening in floor and installation of cabinet.
NOTE − Downflow combustible flooring kit is not used
2 − When cooling cabinet is in place, set and secure the
furnace according to the instructions that are provided
with the cooling coil. Secure the furnace to the cabinet.
3 − Seal the cabinet and check for air leaks.
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PROPERLY
SIZED FLOOR
OPENING
EL280DF UNIT
COOLING COIL
PLENUM
Setting Equipment
WARNING
Do not install the furnace on its front, back or in the
horizontal position. See figure 12. Do not connect the
return air ducts to the back of the furnace. Doing so
will adversely affect the operation of the safety control devices, which could result in personal injury or
death.
Install the EL280DF gas furnace as shipped in the downflow position only. Do not install the furnace hori-
zontally.
FIGURE 8
Return Air Opening −− Downflow Units
The following steps should be taken when installing plenum:
1 − Bottom edge of plenum should be flanged with a
hemmed edge (See figure 9).
PLENUM
SECURE FROM
OUTSIDE CABINET
Side View
HEMMED EDGE
SEALING STRIP
(Field Provided)
CABINET SIDE PANEL
FIGURE 9
2 − Sealing strip should be used.
3 − In all cases, plenum should be secured to top flanges
of furnace with sheet metal screws.
SECURE FROM IN-
SIDE CABINET
PLENUM
Side View
HEMMED EDGE
Select a location that allows for the required clearances
that are listed on the unit nameplate. Also consider gas
supply connections, electrical supply, vent connection,
and installation and service clearances [24 inches (610
mm) at unit front]. The unit must be level.
NOTE − Units with 1/2 hp blower motors are equipped with
three flexible legs and one rigid leg. See figure 11. The rigid
leg is equipped with a shipping bolt and a flat white plastic
washer (rather than the rubber mounting grommet used
with a flexible mounting leg). The bolt and washer must
be removed before the furnace is placed into operation. After the bolt and washer have been removed, the rig-
id leg will not touch the blower housing.
UNITS WITH 1/2 HP BLOWER MOTOR
RIGID LEG
remove shipping bolt and washer
FIBERGLASS
SEALING STRIP
(Field Provided)
CABINET SIDE
PANEL
FIGURE 10
4 − In closet installations, it may be impossible to install
sheet metal screws from the outside. In this case,
make plenum with a removable front and install
screws from the inside (See figure 10).
5 − Make certain that an adequate seal is made.
FIGURE 11
WARNING
The blower access panel must be securely in place
when the blower and burners are operating. Gas
fumes, which could contain carbon monoxide, can
be drawn into living space resulting in personal injury or death.
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Front
Back
FIGURE 12
Downflow Application
Allow for clearances to combustible materials as indicated
on the unit nameplate. Minimum clearances for closet or alcove installations are shown in figure 13.
Downflow Application Installation Clearances
Top
Left Side
Bottom
Type of Vent
Connector
Top1 in. (25 mm)1 in. (25 mm)
*Front2−1/4 in. (57 mm)**2−1/4 in. (57 mm)
Back00
Sides0†0
Vent6 in. (152 mm)1 in. (25 mm)
FloorNC††NC††
*Front clearance in alcove installation must be 24 in. (610 mm).
Maintain a minimum of 24 in. (610 mm) for front service access.
** 4−1/2 in. if a single wall vent pipe is used.
†Left side requires 3 in. if a single wall vent is used on 14 −1/2 in. cabinets, or 2 in. if a single wall vent is used on 17 − 1/2 in. cabinets.
††The furnace may be installed on a combustible wood floor if an
optional additive base is installed between the furnace and the
combustible floor.
Type CType B1
Right Side
FIGURE 13
Horizontal
WARNING
Improper installation of the furnace can result in personal injury or death. Combustion and flue products
must never be allowed to enter the return air system
or the living space. Use screws and joint tape to seal
the return air system to the furnace.
In platform installations with bottom return air, the
furnace should be sealed airtight to the return air plenum. A door must never be used as a portion of the
return air duct system. The base must provide a
stable support and an airtight seal to the furnace. Allow absolutely no sagging, cracks, gaps, etc.
The return and supply air duct systems must never
be connected to or from other heating devices such
as a fireplace or stove, etc. Fire, explosion, carbon
monoxide poisoning, personal injury and/or property damage could result.
Filters
This unit is not equipped with a filter or rack. A field−provided high−velocity filter is required for the unit to operate
properly. Table 3 lists recommended filter sizes.
A filter must be in place any time the unit is operating.
TABLE 3
Cabinet Width
A (14−1/2")14 x 25 x 1 (1)
B (17−1/2")16 x 25 x 1 (1)
C (21")20 x 25 x 1 (1)
Return Air Filter Size (inches)
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