Lennox MPE-27 User Manual
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US
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MERIT® PLUS SERIES
27" Electric Fireplace
P/N 850,035M REV. D 06/2008
MODELS
MPE-27
This manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable
installation of your electric fireplace. Please read and understand these
instructions before beginning your installation.
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any circumstances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system, including
but not limited to the fireplace and accessories, may void the warranty,
listings and approvals of this system and could result in an unsafe and
potentially dangerous installation.
A French manual is available upon request. Order Form Number
850,035CF.
Ce manuel d’installation est disponible en francais, simplement en
faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 850,035CF.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY
OTHER APPLIANCE
LENNOXTM ELECTRIC FIREPLACES ARE DESIGNED FOR USE
AS A DECORATIVE APPLIANCE AND/OR AS A SUPPLEMENTAL
HEATER. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED FOR CONTINUOUS USE AS
A PRIMARY HEAT SOURCE.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
CSA Report No. 46-M198
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
In selecting this DAVE 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 Care and
Operation Instructions included here will assure that you have many years of dependable
and enjoyable service from your LENNOX product.
CAUTION:
any heater is used by or near children or invalids
and whenever the heater is left operating and
unattended.
CAUTION: This appliance is mounted on rub-
ber feet. The purpose of these feet is to ensure
adequate air circulation beneath the fireplace.
Do not remove these feet. Do not install the
fireplace directly onto a carpet, rug, furniture
or similar surfaces, which could hinder or
block the airflow.
Extreme caution is necessary when
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Packaging List .................................. Page 2
Introduction ..................................... Page 2
Locating Fireplace ............................ Page 3
Tools/Supplies Required .................. Page 3
Framing Specifications ..................... Page 4
Fireplace Specifications .................... Page 4
Clearances ....................................... Page 5
Pre-installation ................................. Page 5
Final Finishing .................................. Page 5
Operating Instructions ..................... Page 6
Remote Control Operation ............... Page 6
Back Glass ....................................... Page 7
Bulb Replacement ............................ Page 7
Flame Generation Bulbs ................... Page 8
Placing Glowing Embers .................. Page 9
Optional Accessories ........................ Page 9
Troubleshooting ............................... Page 10
Replacement Parts ........................... Page 11
IMPORTANT
Please read and understand these instructions
before beginning your installation.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN
THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR
FIRE MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY
OR LOSS OF LIFE.
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.
• One Remote Control
• Two spare Light Bulbs are located in a recess
on the back of the log assembly.
• One bag of orange glowing embers.
INTRODUCTION
This Electri c Fireplace is designed for
residential applications to be framed in used
freestanding.
This appliance has been tested in accordance
with UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No. 46-M198
standards for fixed and location dedicated
electric room heaters.
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 current CSA C22-1 Canadian
Electrical Code - latest edition.
IMPORTANT: Before starting your fireplace
installation, read this installation and operation
manual very carefully to ensure you understand
it completely and in entirety. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in a possible electric shock, fire hazard and/or injury or property
damage and will void the warranty.
IMPORTANT: THESE FIREPLACES
ARE DESIGNED AS SUPPLEMENTAL
HEATERS. THEREFORE, IT IS ADVISABLE TO HAVE AN ALTERNATE
HEAT SOURCE WHEN INSTALLED IN
A DWELLING.
TO PREVENT A POSSIBLE FIRE, DO NOT
BLOCK AIR INTAKES OR EXHAUSTS IN ANY
WAY. DO NOT USE NEAR SOFT SURFACES,
LIKE A PILLOW, WHERE OPENINGS MAY
BECOME BLOCKED.
THIS APPLIANCE MAY BECOME HOT WHEN IN
USE. TO AVOID BURNS, DO NOT LET BARE
SKIN TOUCH HOT SURFACES. KEEP COM
BUSTIBLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS FURNITURE,
PILLOWS, BEDDING, PAPERS, CLOTHES AND
CURTAINS AT LEAST 3 FEET (1 METER) FROM
THE FRONT OF THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT OPERATE ANY HEATER WITH DAMAGED WIRING OR CONNECTORS, OR AFTER
THE APPLIANCE MALFUNCTIONS, OR IF IT HAS
BEEN DROPPED OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY.
ANY REPAIRS TO THIS FIREPLACE SHOULD
BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE
TECHNICIAN.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS
FIREPLACE BE MODIFIED. PARTS HAVING
TO BE REMOVED FOR SERVICING MUST
BE REPLACED PRIOR TO OPERATING THE
FIREPLACE AGAIN.
DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE OUTDOORS. DO
NOT EXPOSE FIREPLACE TO THE ELEMENTS
(SUCH AS RAIN, ETC.).
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NEVER LOCATE THIS APPLIANCE WHERE IT
Top View Showing Approved
Room Locations Of Fireplace
COULD FALL INTO A BATHTUB OR OTHER
WATER CONTAINER.
DO NOT RUN ELECTRICAL WIRING OR POWER
CORD (OPTIONAL) UNDER CARPETING. OR
COVER WITH THROW RUGS, RUNNERS OR
SIMILAR MATERIALS.
AVOID THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD BECAUSE THE EXTENSION CORD MAY OVERHEAT
AND CAUSE A RISK OF FIRE. HOWEVER, IF
YOU HAVE TO USE AN EXTENSION CORD, THE
CORD SHALL BE NO. 14 AWG MINIMUM SIZE
AND RATED NOT LESS THAN 1800 WATTS, 15
AMPS. THE EXTENSION CORD MUST BE A
THREE WIRE CORD WITH GROUNDING TYPE
PLUG AND CORD CONNECTION.
THIS APPLIANCE HAS HOT AND ARCING OR
SPARKING PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT USE IT IN
AREAS WHERE GASOLINE, PAINT OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS ARE USED OR STORED.
LOCATING YOUR MERIT PLUS ELECTRIC
FIREPLACE
Your new fireplace may be installed into existing
framing or built into a wall (see Figure 1), or
set in a freestanding mantel cabinet available
from your dealer (see Page 9).
When choosing a location for your new fireplace, 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.
TOOLS AND BUILDING SUPPLIES
NORMALLY REQUIRED
No tools are required for setup of the fireplace.
Tools: (construction)
Phillips Screwdriver
Hammer
Saw And/or Saber Saw
Level
Measuring Tape
Plumb Line
Electric Drill And Bits
Pliers
Square
Gloves
Building Supplies:
Framing Materials
Wall Finishing Materials
Mantel
Caulking Materials
THIS FIREPLACE SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A
DRYING RACK FOR CLOTHING, NOR SHOULD
CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS OR OTHER DECORATIONS BE HUNG NEAR IT.
USE THIS APPLIANCE ONLY AS DESCRIBED
IN THIS MANUAL. ANY OTHER USE IS NOT
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER
AND MAY CAUSE A FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IF APPLIANCE IS TO BE DISCONNECTED, TURN
OFF CONTROLS FIRST.
DO NOT INSERT OR ALLOW FOREIGN OBJECTS TO ENTER ANY VENTILATION OR
EXHAUST OPENING, AS THIS MAY CAUSE
AN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, OR DAMAGE TO
THE APPLIANCE.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Figure 1
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.
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FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS
Front View
31-1/4"
(794 mm)
Side View
25"
(635 mm)
Note: Framing dimensions are calculated for an in front of the
wall front face installation with finish dry wall in place.
11"
(280 mm)
32"
(833 mm)
25"
(635 mm)
51-1/4"
(1302 mm)
22-1/2"
(572 mm)
Corner View
4"
(102 mm)
Electrical
Junction
Box
(On Right
Side)
2 x 4
Electrical
Junction
Box
31-1/4"
(794 mm)
Front View
Right Side
23-1/2"
Top View
5/8"
1-1/8"
32"
28-1/4"
23-1/4"
27-1/8"
10-3/4"
9-1/2"
29-3/8"
29-7/8"
Figure 2
FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS
Figure 3
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