Lennox Scandium-NG Installation And Operation Manual

Catalytic vent-free wall-mounted gas fireplace

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n the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
• Installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter
• See Table of Contents for location of additional Commonwealth of
Massachusetts requirements
• Hot! Do not touch! This appliance will be hot during operation and will retain heat for a while after
shutting off the appliance. Severe burns may result.
• Carefully supervise children in the same room as appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture or
draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other materials on or near this appliance.
• Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to
this manual. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
• Do not build a wood fire. Do not burn wood or other material in these appliances.
• This is an unvented gas log appliance. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to Combustion and Ventilation Air Section in this manual.
• This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where
not prohibited by local codes.
• The appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible
for use with other gases.
• Lennox™ vent-free appliances are designed for use as a supplemental heater. They are not intended for continuous
use as a primary heat source.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appli-
ance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier fr
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Catalytic Vent-Free
Wall-Mounted Gas Fireplace
Models: Scandium-NG and Scandium-LP
P/N 850,055M REV. F, 05/2009
Installer: Leave This Manual With The Appliance.
Consumer: Retain This Manual For Future Reference.
A Spanish manual is available upon request. Order P/N 850,055LS.
Este manual está disponible en espanol por solicitud. Pida P/N
850,055LS para la versión en espanol.
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  • Page 1 • The appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases. • Lennox™ vent-free appliances are designed for use as a supplemental heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat source.
  • Page 2: Safety And Warning Information

    • Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY AND WARNING surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or INFORMATION clothing ignition. • Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room with the heater.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The appliance is designed to fit various types of situations as listed in your new gas fireplace. the installation requirements. Thank you for selecting a Lennox Hearth Products gas fireplace This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type, and at the as the answer to your home heating needs.
  • Page 4: Unpacking The Appliance

    Commonwealth of Massachusetts shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit. This Lennox Hearth Products Unvented Gas Room Heater is certified by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc to ANSI Z21.11.2 standard.
  • Page 5: Combustion And Ventilation Air

    Example: 8.0 COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR Vent-free heater #1 9,000 BTU/Hr Vent-free heater #2 23,000 BTU/Hr Gas appliance #1 35,000 BTU/Hr This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight (water heater) construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and Total = 67,000 BTU/Hr ventilation air.
  • Page 6: Site Requirements

    The minimum clearance to the ceiling above the appliance is 32” mea- 9.0 SITE REQUIREMENTS sured from the top of the appliance glass panel. Combustible materials should not be positioned directly in front of the This appliance is designed to be wall-hung. Do not recess any part of appliance within a distance of 40”.
  • Page 7: Mounting The Appliance

    If a concealed gas connection is to be made ensure the gas supply pipe strength of both the wall and any wall fixings used are sufficient. Lennox is in it’s final position and can enter the appliance in the correct position Hearth Products assumes no responsibility for injuries and damages that when the appliance is hung on the wall.
  • Page 8: Checking The Burner

    11.0 MOUNTING THE APPLIANCE - continued IMPORTANT Hold heater regulator with a wrench to prevent Insert the wall mounting screws into the top wall plugs, taking care movement when connecting to inlet piping. to leave the screws protruding approximately 3/8” from the wall. Now hang the appliance onto these screws through the two keyhole shaped holes in the back panel of the appliance.
  • Page 9: Checking The Gas Connections

    14.0 CHECKING THE GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING Never use an open flame to check for leaks. Gas Valve Cover Turn on gas supply and test for gas leaks using a gas leak test solution (also referred to as bubble leak solution). NOTE: Using a soapy water solution (50% dish soap, 50% water) is an effective leak test solution, but it is not recommended, because the soap residue that is left on the pipes/fittings can result in corrosion...
  • Page 10: Spark Gap

    16.0 SPARK GAP Grill fixing holes Side Piece The gap between the spark electrode and the pilot should be 1/8” to 3/16” to produce a good spark. There should be no need to adjust this (DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE GAP). If under any circumstances the piezo electric spark fails, the pilot cannot be lit manually.
  • Page 11: Fitting The Glass Facia

    19.0 FITTING THE SIDE PANELS Remove the two side panel assemblies from the protective packaging and fit onto the sides of the firebox as shown. Insert the M6 retain- ing screws in the sides of the firebox and ensure they are unscrewed approximately 1/8”...
  • Page 12: Briefing The Customer

    0.0 BRIEFING THE CUSTOMER .0 SERVICING THE BURNER WARNING WARNING Do not add logs or ornaments such as pine cones, Any change to this heater or its controls can be vermiculite or rock wool. Using these added items dangerous. can cause sooting. WARNING All instructions must be left in the possession of the user for safekeep- ing.
  • Page 13: Catalysts

    Clean the pilot assembly with a soft brush and blow through. Check the Turn on the fireplace as per the operating instructions, and run at aeration holes are free of any dirt or lint. Clean thoroughly internally, maximum setting for 15 minutes. Position gas sample probe directly the connection can be removed from the base of the pilot assembly over a catalyst via the outlet grill, on top of the appliance.
  • Page 14: Lighting Instructions & Turning Off Appliance

    7.0 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS & TURNING OFF APPLIANCE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. This appliance has a pilot which must be lit with a piezo spark Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide

    8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Igniter sparks but pilot does not light • No gas to Pilot, check the gas line connections. • Air not fully purged. Purge supply or wait longer. • Spark grounding to metal work, reset gap correctly. •...
  • Page 16: Replacement Parts List

    9.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS - SCANDIUM™ FocalPointFires Single 24/04/08 DO 005855/0 Lennox L40 Scandium fitting template Artwork Size: W1055 x H530 Replacement Parts POSITION SPIRIT LEVEL ALONG THIS EDGE TO LEVEL TEMPLATE BEFORE MARKING OUT WALL COLOQUE EL NIVEL SOBRE ESTE BORDE PARA NIVELAR LA PLANTILLA ANTES DE MARCAR LA PARED 16”...
  • Page 17: Positioning Of Field Assembled Parts

    30.0 POSITIONING OF FIELD REMOVABLE PARTS WARNING Glass Door Removal: Remove the four (4) screws indicated, Failure to position the parts in then lift door off. accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifi- cally approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 18 31.0 SPECIFICATIONS Product Reference Information Cat. No. Model Ship. Wt. Ship. Volume H6065 Scandium-NG 80.7 lb. 1.9 cu. ft. H6071 Scandium-LP 80.7 lb. 1.9 cu. ft. 41-1/2” 27-11/16” 20-13/16” 18-5/8” 10-1/4” Side View Front View Bottom View 7-1/8” 5-9/16” 16”...
  • Page 19: Specifications / Gas Entry Point Dimensions

    GAS ENTRY POINT DIMENSIONS TOP VIEW Finished Wall Fireplace Regulator Gas Entry Point REGULATOR GAS ENTRY POINT Model 3/4” 1-3/4” 4-5/16” Scandium™ (0mm) (45mm) (110mm) Note: The actual dimensions are shown in millimeters. The fractional dimensions are converted from millimeters and are rounded to the nearest 1/16”.
  • Page 20: Product Reference Information

    Fuel Type c Natural Gas c Propane Gas Lennox Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information.

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