Lennox Hearth Products Elite Series Installation And Operation Manual page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY AND WARNING
INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SAFETY do not install or operate your De-
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signer™ gas insert without first reading and understanding
this manual. Any installation or operation of the appliance
deviating from that which is stated in this manual WILL
void the warranty and may be hazardous.
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY
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A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF.
The insert should be inspected and cleaned before use
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and at least annually by a qualified service technician.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to exces-
sive lint from bedding material, carpeting, etc.
It is imperative that control compartments, burners and
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circulating air passageways of the room heater be kept
clean.
Adequate clearances around the combustion chamber
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and accessibility clearances for servicing and proper
operation must be maintained.
Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It is
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r ecommended that a qualified service technician per-
form an appliance check-up at the beginning of each
heating season.
All installations must conform with all local, state
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and national codes. In the absence of local codes, the
installation must conform with National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z3.1-latest edition, also known as NFPA 54
(In Canada, the current CAN/CSA B149.1 installation
code). Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code and local
zoning and code authorities for details on installation
requirements. Your Designer gas insert must be vented
to the outside in accordance with the latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code.
This gas insert MUST be vented directly to the outside
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and MUST NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a
separate solid fuel burning appliance. Each gas appli-
ance MUST USE a separate vent system. Common vent
systems are PROHIBITED.
This appliance uses room air for combustion. It is im-
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perative that provisions for adequate combustion and
ventilation air be made. This appliance is NOT designed
to and will not operate in a negative pressure. Contact
your dealer if you suspect such a situation exists.
The appliance, when installed, must be electrically
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grounded in accordance with local codes or in the ab-
sence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition. In Canada, the current
CSA C-1 Canadian Electrical Code - latest edition.
Do not make any make-shift compromises during in-
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stallation. Any modification or alteration may result
in damage to the appliance or dwelling and will void
the warranty, certification and listings of this unit.

Failure to use manufacturer provided parts, variations
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in techniques and construction materials or practices
other than those described in this manual may create
a fire hazard and void the limited warranty.
Your Lennox Hearth Products gas insert must be
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equipped for the proper fuel type and altitude at which
it will be operated. Any operation outside the param-
eters outlined in this manual may result in a hazardous
condition and will void the warranty. Please carefully
read the sections pertaining to these subjects and/or
be sure your appliance is properly equipped.
Do not use this insert if any part has been under wa-
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ter. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been
under water.
Due to high temperatures, the insert should be located
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out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draper-
ies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards
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of high surface temperature and should stay away to
avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should
be carefully supervised when they are in the same
room as the Lennox gas insert. Clothing or any other
flammable material should not be placed on or near
the insert.
Never use solid fuels such as wood, paper, cardboard,
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coal, or any flammable liquids, etc., in this appli-
ance.
Any grill, panel, or glass removed for service MUST be
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replaced prior to operating the insert. Do not operate
appliance with the glass front removed, cracked or
broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a
qualified service technician.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaner on the glass door as-
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sembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass door when
it is hot.
Gold and nickel plated surfaces must be cleaned with
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glass cleaner and a clean soft cloth before firing the first
time or fingerprints will remain permanently. NEVER use
brass polish to clean gold or nickel, this will remove
the plating!!!
When opening the lower door on the face while the
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insert is burning, pull at the far left or far right vent
openings, because the door is hot during operation.
Lennox Hearth Products, its employees, or any of its
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representatives assume no responsibility for any dam-
ages caused by an inoperable, inadequate, or unsafe
condition as a result of any improper operation, service
or installation procedures, whether direct or indirect.
INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN
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WITH THE HOME OWNER!