Lennox MPE-36R User Manual
LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND HOMEOWNER'S MANUAL
MERIT PLUS SERIES
36" Electric Fireplace
P/N 775,172M REV. B 7/2004
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Shown with Optional Trim
MODEL:
This manual will enable you to obtain a safe, effi cient and dependable
installation and operation of your electric fi replace. Please read and
understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
Do not alter or modify this fi replace or its components under any
circumstances. Any modifi cation or alteration of the fi replace system,
including but not limited to the fi replace and accessories, may void the
warranty, listings and approvals of this system and could result in an
unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.
IMPORTANT! IF OPTIONAL GLASS DOORS ARE PURCHASED, TO ASSURE
PROPER ALIGNMENT, INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A SQUARE AND
PLUMB CONDITION, USING SHIMS AS NECESSARY AT SIDES. THIS
APPLIANCE IS MOUNTED ON RUBBER FEET TO ENSURE ADEQUATE
AIR CIRCULATION BENEATH FIREPLACE. DO NOT BLOCK AIRFLOW
AT THE BOTTOM AIR INTAKES.
MPE-36R
INSTALLER: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
PLEASE LEAVE FOR THE HOMEOWNER
FOR YOUR SAFETY
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY
OTHER APPLIANCE
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
In selecting this DAVE LENNOX Merit Plus electric fi replace, you have chosen the
fi nest and most dependable fi replace found anywhere. A beautiful and prestigious
addition to the fi nest homes. Welcome to a Family of hundreds of thousands of
satisfi ed 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 instructions
included here will assure that you have many years of dependable and enjoyable
service from your LENNOX product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Packaging List ...................................page 2
Introduction ......................................page 2
General Information ..........................page 3
Locating Fireplace .............................page 3
Tools/Supplies Required .................. page 3
Framing Specifi cations ..................... page 4
Fireplace Specifi cations .................... page 4
Clearances ....................................... page 5
Pre-installation ................................. page 5
Installation Steps ............................. page 5
Electrical Connections ...................... page 5
Final Finishing .................................. page 6
Break-In Period ................................ page 6
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
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
fi rebox, containing;
1. One Installation and Operation Manual.
2. One Warranty Certifi cate.
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 zero clearance fi replace.
This appliance has been tested in accordance with UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No.
46-M198 standards for fi xed 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.
CAUTION: THIS APPLIANCE IS MOUNTED ON
RUBBER 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.
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
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS FURNITURE, PILLOWS, BEDDING, PAPERS,
CLOTHES AND CURTAINS AT LEAST 3 FEET
(1 METER) FROM THE FRONT OF THIS
APPLIANCE.
CAUTION: EXTREME CAUTION IS NECESSARY
WHEN ANY HEATER IS USED BY OR NEAR
CHILDREN OR INVALIDS AND WHENEVER
THE HEATER IS LEFT OPERATING AND
UNATTENDED.
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.).
THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR
USE IN BATHROOMS, LAUNDRY AREAS
OR SIMILAR INDOOR LOCATIONS. NEVER
LOCATE THIS APPLIANCE WHERE IT 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.
(FOR 120 V W/OPTIONAL POWER CORD)
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.
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
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.
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.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Power Supply Wire Gage
Voltage
120 V
240 V
Wire Gage Fuse Rating
14 GA.
14 GA.
15 AMP
20 AMP
Wall Switch/Thermostat Wire Gage
Voltage
5 Volts 18 Gage
Table 1
Wire Gage
LOCATING YOUR MERIT PLUS ELECTRIC
FIREPLACE
Your new fi replace 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 17).
When choosing a location for your new fi replace, ensure that the general instructions are
followed. Also, for the best effect, install the
fi replace out of direct sunlight and away from
overhead lighting. See Figure 1.
TOOLS AND BUILDING SUPPLIES
NORMALLY REQUIRED
Tools:
Phillips Screwdriver
7/16" Socket Drive
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
Caulking Materials
(noncombustible)
IMPORTANT NOTE: This fi replace system
is not diffi cult to install. However, in the
interest of safety, it is recommended that
the installer be a qualifi ed or certifi ed
“tradesman” familiar with commonly
accepted fi replace installation and safety
techniques as well as prevailing local
codes.
Power Supply Wire Specifi cations
120 Volt, 60 Hz, 1600 Watts:
(ref. page 10)
Use two conductor, non-metallic sheath cable
with ground wire for the incoming power
supply. The wire used must conform to local
and national electrical codes for the specifi ed
power consumption rating. See Table 1.
240 Volt, 60 Hz, 3000 Watt:
(ref. page 11)
Use three conductor, non-metallic sheath
cable with ground wire for the incoming power
supply. The wire used must conform to local
and national electrical codes for the specifi ed
power consumption rating. See Table 1.
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.
Top View Showing Approved
Room Locations of Fireplace
fi replace shown in gray.
Figure 1
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FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS
26 1/2 "
(668 mm)
37 1/2 "
(945 mm)
Electrical
Junction
Box
Corner View
Note: Framing dimensions are calculated for a nailing fl ange depth of 1/2"
Figure 2
38 5/8 "
(981 mm)
52 3/4 "
(1339 mm)
38 3/4 "
(984 mm)
Front View
32 "
(812 mm)
4 "
(102 mm)
Electrical
Junction
Box
(left side)
15 1/8 "
(384 mm)
Side View
FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS
32 "
Left Side
Electrical Access
(812 mm)
13 3/4"
(350 mm)
5 1/8 "
(130 mm)
24 "
(610 mm)
Top View
37 5/8"
(954 mm)
Front View
36 "
(914 mm)
14 7/8"
(32 mm)
21 1/8 "
(537 mm)
27 1/2 "
(
700 mm
24 1/2"
(
622 mm
)
(134 mm)
)
5 1/4 "
Right Side
2 1/4 "
(55 mm)
29 3/4 "
(754 mm)
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Figure 3
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FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No. H1534
Model: MPE-36R
Description: Merit Plus Electric Fireplace,
36” Radiant
Shipping Weight: 90 lb.'s (41 KG)
Packaging:
44 ¾” x19 ½” x 34 ¼”
(1135 mm x 495 mm x 870 mm)
17.30 cu. ft.
Power Requirements:
(120 Volt, 60 Hz.)
Rated Wattage - 1600 Watts
Amperage - 13.33 Amps
(240 Volt, 60 Hz.)
Rated Wattage - 3000 Watts
Amperage - 12.5 Amps
Blower CFM: 83 CFM
(120 V): 5,461 BTU/HR
(240 V): 10,239 BTU/HR
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE IS MOUNTED
ON RUBBER FEET TO ENSURE ADEQUATE
AIR CIRCULATION BENEATH FIREPLACE.
DO NOT BLOCK AIRFLOW AT THE BOTTOM
AIR INTAKES.
COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATION: WHEN INSTALLING THIS
FIREPLACE AGAINST A NON-INSULATED
EXTERIOR WALL OR CHASE, IT IS
MANDATORY THAT THE OUTER WALLS
BE INSULATED TO CONFORM TO APPLICABLE INSULATION CODES.
WARNING! TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH
SAGGING OR LOOSE INSULATION, THE
APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE INSTALLED
AGAINST VAPOR BARRIERS OR EXPOSED
INSULATION. LOCALIZED OVERHEATING
COULD OCCUR AND A FIRE COUDLD
RESULT. INSULATION AND A VAPOR BARRIER SHOULD BE PLACED A MINIMUM
OF 2 INCHES FROM THE APPLIANCE.
6. Wire a dedicated, properly fused circuit with
an Amp rating for the appropriate voltage
(120 V - 15 Amps or 240 V - 20 Amps). A
dedicated circuit is required to prevent overloading a house circuit in cases of having
multiple appliances on the same circuit.
Use an outlet that is protected by a ground
fault circuit interrupter where required by
electrical code.
7. (If applicable) Make wall mount wall switch
or wall thermostat connections as outlined
on pages 11 & 12.
8. Place all connectors inside the fi replace and
replace the junction box cover, ensuring
that the cable clamp grips only the jacket
of service, and if applicable, wall switch or
thermostat lines.
9. Perform a function test. See Manual Control
Panel Operation on page 6 and Remote
Control Operation on page 7.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Refer to the electrical diagrams on pages 10
to 14.
This appliance is a zero-clearance design and
is approved to be framed in with combustible
materials (up to the edge of the appliance).
A drywall lip at the top of the fi replace and 4
nailing fl anges on the sides of the appliance is
provided to facilitate installation.
Sides: 0 mm - 0 inches
Floor: 0 mm - 0 inches
Top: 0 mm - 0 inches
Table 2
Mantel Clearance: Combustible and Non-combustible mantels may be installed at any height
above the top of the face of fi replace.
Hearth Protection: A hearth is not mandatory,
but it is recommended for aesthetic purposes.
Secure the hearth extension to the floor
to prevent possible shifting. Do no block
the airfl ow beneath the appliance (read the
following WARNING).
PRE-INSTALLATION
Before You Start
Check appliance for any concealed damage.
DETAILED INSTALLATION STEPS
1. Complete the framing opening to the
dimensions specifi ed in Figure 2.
2. Ensure that there is a minimum of 8" of
service cable for connection to the junction
box on the fi replace. Remove the outer
jacket and strip the individual wires 1/2"
from the end.
3. Loosen the screw securing the junction box
cover and remove the cover.
4. Position the fi replace into the framed-in
opening. Attach fi replace to frame using
nailing fl anges provided.
5. Complete the wiring to the fi replace for the
appropriate voltage (120 V or 240 V), as
shown on pages 10 & 11. Wires L1, L2, N
& G are attached to the rear of the junction
box cable clamp for easy access.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL WIRING MUST
COMPLY WITH LOCAL BUILDING CODES
AND OTHER APPLICABLE REGULATIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY TO
INDIVIDUALS.
ANY ELECTRICAL RE-WIRING OF THIS
APPLIANCE MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
DO NOT USE THIS FIREPLACE IF ANY
PART OF IT HAS BEEN UNDERWATER.
IMMEDIATELY CALL A QUALIFIED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE
FIREPLACE AND REPLACE ANY PART OF
THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WHICH HAS
BEEN UNDER WATER.
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FINAL FINISHING
Materials such as brick and tile can be extended
down to the top of the fi replace. Do not extend
down, covering the outlet or glass enclosure
panel (optional kit).
MANUAL CONTROL PANEL OPERATION
(refer to Figures 5 & 6)
Once this appliance has been properly installed
and connected to the power supply as defi ned
in this manual, it is ready to operate.
MANUAL CONTROL PANEL
Main Power On/Off (rear most switch)
On
Off
There are a wide variety of “fi nished looks” for
these fi replaces, from formal wall decor with
elaborate mantels to rustic wood paneling or
warm brick facings.
Mantel Cabinet or Accent Trim Installations
An optional mantel cabinet kit or an accent trim
kit is available from your dealer (see page 18).
These options give the appliance an attractive
fi nished look.
Hearth
An aesthetically pleasing fi replace hearth can
be installed, if desired (see hearth protection
on page 5).
BREAK-IN PERIOD:
During the fi rst few initial uses of this heater,
there may be a release of a slight, harmless odor.
This odor is a normal occurrence caused by the
initial heating of the internal heating elements
and should not reoccur.
Note: Ensure the circuit breakers for the power
supply are turned on.
This appliance can be operated either from the
manual control panel (see Figures 4 & 5) or by
using the remote control, wall switch or wall
thermostat (optional kits).
The manual controls are located on the fi rebox
fl oor on the front left (see Figure 5). If an
optional glass enclosure is installed, it must
be removed to access.
Main Power ON/OFF Switch
When the main power switch is turned on,
power is supplied to the fi replace. This switch
must be on for all other switches to operate.
Heater ON/OFF Switch
When this switch is turned on, the heater will
emit heat in the temperature range selected (see
Figure 6; G, H & I). The fi replace can operate
with or without heat.
Flame / Ember On/Off Switch:
Turns lights on inside ember bed and fl ame
cylinder.
Heater On/Off (center switch)
On
Off
Flame / Ember On/Off (front most switch)
On
Figure 4
Figure 5
Off
Manual Control Switches
are located behind pull
screen on inside fl oor
• When using the main power on/off switch
inside the body, the power on/off switch
outside the body (optional wall switch kit)
must be in the OFF position.
• When using power on/off switch outside
the body (optional wall switch), the power
on/off switch inside the body must be in
the OFF position.
• When using the remote control, the power
on/off switch inside the body and the wall
switch (optional kit) must be on the OFF
position.
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