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HOMEOWNER'S CARE AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
ELITE SERIES
38" & 43" Wood Burning Fireplaces
P/N 875,003M REV. B 08/2005
MODELS
LBR-3824 LBC-3824
LBR-3824-H LBC-3824-H
LBR-4324 LBC-4324
LBR-4324-H LBC-4324-H
The information contained in this manual applies to all model fireplaces
identified on this page. This information will help you obtain safe and
dependable service from your Lennox fireplace system. Keep this docu-
ment in a safe place for future reference.
Before you start your first fire
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 6. With the fire burning, close the protective GENERAL INFORMATION mesh screens to keep sparks and embers IN- General Safety Precautions ................ page 2 SIDE the firebox. 1. The all-steel, multi-wall firebox is the heat General Information ........................... page 2 center of the system. It is well insulated for safe 7. Keep any combustible furniture or decora- clearance to combustibles. Fuels .................................................. page 2 tive pillow
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This fireplace has been tested and approved for The last statement means that one big log 6. Most wood needs to be seasoned 9 to 12 use with a decorative gas appliance incorporat- months to reduce the moisture content and weighing 10 pounds has as much heating ing an automatic shut-off device and complying produce good steady fires. When moisture potential as 10 pounds of twigs. However, air with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appli- cannot get at the solid log to feed the fire so the content i
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However, most wood is sold by volume, not by 4. Now, light the paper at both sides of the STARTING A FIRE weight. To determine the best heating source, firebox. look at the density of various wood types. 1. To start a fire in a the fireplace properly, first (Density is the weight for a given size.) The 5. Close the screens to prevent the escape of check the operation of the flue damper. higher the density, the more potential heat sparks and embers. output. A standard cord has a volume of 128 2.
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IMPORTANT: Plated polished brass glass Care and Cleaning of Your Glass Doors Combustion Air Control doors may have a plastic covering over all Never clean the glass when the doors are hot. brass pieces for protection during shipping The actuator for combustion air system is stan- and handling. The plastic covering should be Do not use ammonia or ammonia based glass dard on all fireplaces but must not be operated removed before installation of the glass doors. or household cleaner to clean the gl
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Proper care and “burn-in” of the firebox will TWICE A YEAR CHECK-UP CREOSOTE FORMATION AND REMOVAL prolong the period of enjoyment without exten- When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and sive maintenance. For the first few uses, build Normally, twice a year, you should inspect your small fires – not roaring infernos. The materials other organic vapors, which combine with ex- fireplace following this list: used in the refractories contain and absorb mois- pelled moisture to form creosote.
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6. Is a vent fan, exhaust hood or central REPLACEMENT PARTS ACCESSORY COMPONENTS heating/cooling system stealing combustion air from your fireplace? If their volume is high A complete parts list is found at the end of this enough, this can cause negative pressure and manual. Use only parts supplied from the an unwanted downdraft – and smoking. manufacturer. 7. Is your wood fuel too wet or unseasoned? Normally, all parts should be ordered through Or does it contain some chemical substance that yo
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LBR/LBC-3824 LBR/LBC-4324 No. DESCRIPTION Part No. Qty. Part No. Qty. Fireplace Assembly – – – – 1. Firescreen 16M27 2 16M28 2 2. Rod, Screen 16M29 2 16M30 2 3. Refractory, Side, Right (Traditional) 16M31 1 16M31 1 Refractory, Side, Right (Herringbone) 16M37 1 16M39 1 4. Refractory, Side, Left (Traditional) 16M31 1 16M31 1 Refractory, Side, Left (Herringbone) 16M38 1 16M40 1 5. Refractory, Rear (Traditional) 16M33 1 16M34 1 Refractory, Rear (Herringbone) 16M41 1 16M42 1 6. Refr
