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INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
ME43
43" Wood Burning Fireplaces
P/N 850,027M REV. F 01/2008
MODEL
ME43BKSP
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 not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any circum-
stances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system, including
but not limited
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IMPORTANT! GENERAL SAFETY CAUTION WARNING PRECAUTIONS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY NEVER use gasoline, gasoline- Be careful adding wood fuel to the RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE. type lantern fuel, kerosene, fire or handling fireplace tools such charcoal lighter fluid, naphtha, as shovels, tongs or pokers. engine oil or similar liquids to WARNING start or “freshen up” a fire in this WARNING Never leave children unattended fireplace. Keep any flammable when there is a fi
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• This fireplace must be installed with Security CONGRATULATIONS! Chimneys™ ASHT+, S-2100+ or AC (8" inside diameter) chimney System only. These sys- In selecting this LENNOX™ wood-burning appliance you have chosen one of the fin- tems are intended for use in any application est fireplaces available. The ME43 wood fireplace is a clean burning fireplace that is where a traditional masonry type fireplace designed to provide you dependable service as well as warmth and enjoyment for many wou
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6. Watch for smouldering or fire on combustibles The glass doors can be adjusted by loosening FIREPLACE MAINTENANCE next to the fireplace and chimney. Check outside the three (3) screws of the hinges’ supports to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out (see fastening screws in Figure 1). If a minor CREOSOTE of the chimney are not igniting the roof. angular adjustment is needed, you may loosen When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar only two (2) of the three (3) screws using the
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HOW TO USE THE RETRACTABLE DOORS HOW TO USE THE OUTSIDE AIR REGISTER OPERATING THE FIREPLACE AND FIRESCREENS (FIREPLACE) Fuel The outside air register is located on the upper The Lennox ME43 fireplace features retractable part of the top louver. The outside air register The ME43 fireplace is designed to work best doors and firescreens in order to allow a wider supplies oxygen to the fire and allows control when fueled with seasoned cordwood. Hard- view of the fire and save space when th
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Failure to use LHP parts or conduct variations Tools And Building Supplies Normally LOCATING THE LENNOX FIREPLACE in techniques and construction materials Required Do not place the fireplace on carpeting, vinyl described in this installation manual may or other soft surface floor coverings. It may, Tools: create a serious fire hazard and may void however, be directly placed on flat wood, the warranty and the WHI listing. Phillips screwdriver plywood, particle board or other hard surface
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Fireplace Facing WARNING DRYWALL PANEL OR EQUIVALENT The fireplace should be framed using 2" x 3" 2" x 3" MIN. (50mm x 75mm) or heavier lumber. The top of the fireplace is not zero clearance. Do not place Figure 10 on Page 10 shows the general SPACER any insulating material in the framing layout. space above the fireplace for a Combustible materials must be installed height of 7 feet from the base of flush with the fireplace facing. They may not FIREPLACE project out in front
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4. The outside air assembly must draw air from Hearth Extension Requirements Outside Air Installation outside the house. It must not draw air from (refer to Figure7 ) The outside air assembly must be installed the attic, the basement or a garage. A non-combustible hearth extension must according to the following guidelines: 5. Locate the outside register where it will be be built in front of the fireplace and extend well away from automobile exhaust fumes out on both sides. Hearth exte
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INSTALLATION OF THE FAN KIT MODEL NOTE: The 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. UZY3 installations, follow local codes and theNational Electrical Code ANSI/NFPANo 70. Note: This fan kit can easily be installed when CAUTION: SHOULD THIS FAN REqUIRE SERVICING, THE POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCON- the firepl
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Corner Installation 23-11/32” Notes (593mm) j Due to Lennox' ongoing commitment D to quality, all specifications, ratings 2" X 3" and dimensions are subject to change MIN. without notice. F 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. * The fireplace must not be in contact with 21-1/2” any insulation or loose fill
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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- INSULATED FLEX PIPE scribed below : 1. Fix the adaptor at the side of the fireplace by twist-locking the adaptor to the fireplace. You can use more than one outlet on the fireplace (Figure11 ). 2. Attach the 5" flexible pipe, using the col-
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AC chimney should not be used in cold areas, Insulate joists where temperatures are likely to fall below 32° WARNING Same As Ceiling F (0° C), or altitudes above 4000 feet. If insulation is used, the fireplace A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any must not be placed directly other appliance. against it. Insulation or vapor barriers, if used, must first be The minimum system heights are indicated Draft Stops covered with drywall panels, in Table 1 . plywood, particle bo
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From below, install a firestop in each ceiling/ CHIMNEY INSTALLATION floor separation through which the chimney will INSTRUCTIONS pass. At the attic level, install an attic radiation ATTIC RADIANT shield from above (see Figures 17A & 17B). FIRESTOP STRAIGHT INSTALLATION For ASHT+ and S-2100+ chimneys, place the Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and first chimney length on the fireplace. To lock roof where the chimney will pass (see Figure it into place, turn 1/4 of a turn
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AC Model (Air Cooled Insulated, Galvalume Chimney) Rain Cap Flashing Collar Flashing Support Attic Radiation Shield Radiation Shield AC Air Cooled Chimney Start- ing Piece Cooling Air Kit For Air Cooled Chimney ACZI Outside Combustion Note: The Outside Figure18 Air Kit (UZI) Air Kit is Mandatory NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 14
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CHIMNEY COLLAR SPACER (BUILT INTO FLASHING) FLASHING AC CHIMNEY Figure 19A Figure 19B ROOF DOWN SLOPE HOLE SIZE SLOPE ASHT+ S-2100+ AC 8" 8" 8" * 14-3/8" (365mm) 16" (406mm) 15" (380mm) 2/12 14-5/8" (371mm) 16-1/4" (413mm) 15-3/8" (390mm) 4/12 15-1/4" (387mm) 16-7/8" (429mm) 16-1/8" (410mm) 6/12 16-1/8" (410mm) 17-7/8" (454mm) 16-7/8" (430mm) 8/12 17-3/8" (441mm) 19-1/4" (489mm) 18-1/4" (465mm) 10/12 18-3/4" (476mm) 20-7/8" (530mm) 19-5/8" (500mm) 12/12 20-3/8" (518mm) 22-5/8" (575mm)
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ASHT+ and S2100+ Chimneys AC chimney OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 1. Install the first elbow. Turn it in 1. Install the first elbow. Turn it in the The minimum chimney height (including the required direction. Fasten it to required direction. To lock it in place, the fireplace) when using elbows is: the chimney with the three (3) 1/2" turn 1/8 of a turn. Fasten the straps at- (12mm) metal screws provided. tached to the elbow to the surrounding Fireplace 2. Install the necessary lengths t
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Table 5 17 TOTAL LENGTH DEVIATION DEVIATION ONE LENGTH BETWEEN ELBOWS TWO LENGTHS BETWEEN ELBOWS & CHIMNEY ELBOW LENGTH 8" 12" 18" 24" 36" 8" & 36" 12" & 36" 18" & 36" 24" & 36" 36" & 36" 3" 4-1/4" 5-3/4" 7-1/4" 10-1/4" 12-1/4" 13-1/4" 14-3/4" 16-1/4" 19-1/2" DEVIATION (156 mm) (108 mm) (146 mm) (184 mm) (260 mm) (311 mm) (337 mm) (375 mm) (413 mm) (495 mm) 15 16-1/2" 20-1/4" 26-1/4" 32" 43-1/2" 50-1/2" 54-1/4" 60" 65-3/4" 77-1/2" LENGTH (419 mm) (514 mm) (667 mm) (813 mm) (1105 mm) (1276 mm) (1
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ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD CHIMNEY AC (RSM+, RSMI30, RSMI45) AIR COOLED When traversing a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30° or 45° angle, an angled firestop and/or wall radiation shield must be installed. Only one is required (Figure 22). Table 6 gives BRACE ACRS recommended hole size for installing a wall (RADIATION radiation shield. STRAPS SHIELD) Note: 45° angle installation for Canada only. STRAPS In cold climate locations, we recommend that you use the insulated
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UNIVERSAL ROOF SUPPORT INSTALLATION CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS This support has three possible uses: For the purpose of this manual, a chimney chase 1. For ASHT+ and S-2100+ chimneys, it must be used on a roof to support the chimney. is considered a part of the chimney system 2. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the rather than part of a building. The termination offset. must be placed a minimum of 18" (460mm) 3. It may be
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ME43 COMPONENTS LISTS Installation Accessories Forced Air Heating Kit Description Cat./ Part No. 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), Outside Air Kit (Required - included with fireplace) blower flex adaptor (BISAVF), and back draft damper (BISBD) Outside Air Coupler to connect outside air UZI to fireplace, UZIDF UZIAD Flex - choose 15 feet or 25 feet dependin
