Homeowner Information - Lennox Merit Series13HPD Units Installation Instructions Manual

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Check the condensate drain line for free and
unobstructed flow; clean, if necessary.
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Adjust blower speed for cooling. Measure the pressure
drop over the coil to determine the correct blower CFM.
Refer to the unit information service manual for pressure
drop tables and procedure.
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Check drive belt for wear and proper tension.
If owner reports insufficient cooling, then:
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Measure the temperature drop over the coil.
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Gauged and check refrigerant charge.
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Refer to section on refrigerant charging in this
instruction.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Refer to the Engineering Handbook for optional
accessories that may apply to this unit. The following may
or may not apply:
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Loss of Charge Kit
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High Pressure Switch Kit
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Mild Weather Kit
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Compressor Monitor
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Compressor Crankcase Heater
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Hail Guards
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Mounting Bases
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Timed Off Control
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Stand−off Kit
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Sound Cover
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Low Ambient Kit
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Monitor Kit
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Dave Lennox Signature Statt Room Thermostat

Homeowner Information

In order to ensure peak performance, your system must be
properly maintained. Clogged filters and blocked airflow
prevent your unit from operating at its most efficient level.
1. Air Filter Ask your Lennox dealer to show you where
your indoor unit's filter is located. It will be either at the
indoor unit (installed internal or external to the cabinet)
or behind a return air grille in the wall or ceiling. Check
the filter monthly and clean or replace it as needed.
2. Disposable Filter Disposable filters should be
replaced with a filter of the same type and size.
NOTE − If you are unsure about the filter required for your
system, call your Lennox dealer for assistance.
IMPORTANT
Turn off electrical power to the unit at the
disconnect switch
maintenance. The unit may have multiple power
supplies. Unit may delay coming back on from the
time delay in the thermostat or the defrost control.
3. Reusable Filter Many indoor units are equipped
with reusable foam filters. Clean foam filters with a
505361M 09/07
before performing
mild soap and water solution; rinse thoroughly; allow
filter to dry completely before returning it to the unit or
grille.
NOTE − The filter and all access panels must be in place
any time the unit is in operation.
4. Electronic
equipped with an electronic air cleaner, designed to
remove airborne particles from the air passing through
the cleaner. If your system is so equipped, ask your
dealer for maintenance instructions.
5. Indoor Unit The indoor unit's evaporator coil is
equipped with a drain pan to collect condensate
formed as your system removes humidity from the
inside air. Have your dealer show you the location of
the drain line and how to check for obstructions. (This
would also apply to an auxiliary drain, if installed.)
Sprinklers and soaker hoses should not be installed
where they could cause prolonged exposure to the
outdoor unit by treated water. Prolonged exposure
of the unit to treated water (i.e., sprinkler systems,
soakers, waste water, etc.) will corrode the surface
of steel and aluminum parts
performance and longevity of the unit.
6. Outdoor Unit Make sure no obstructions restrict
airflow to the outdoor unit. Leaves, trash or shrubs
crowding the unit cause the outdoor unit to work harder
and use more energy. Keep shrubbery trimmed away
from the unit and periodically check for debris which
collects around the unit.
When removing debris from around the unit, be aware
of metal edges on parts and screws. Although special
care has been taken to keep exposed edges to a
minimum, physical contact with metal edges and
corners while applying excessive force or rapid motion
can result in personal injury.
Cleaning of the outdoor unit's coil should be performed
by a trained service technician. Contact your dealer
and set up a schedule (preferably twice a year, but at
least once a year) to inspect and service your heat
pump system.
HEAT PUMP OPERATION
Your new Lennox heat pump has several characteristics
that you should be aware of:
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Heat pumps satisfy heating demand by delivering
large amounts of warm air into the living space. This
is quite different from gas- or oil-fired furnaces or an
electric furnace which deliver lower volumes of
considerably hotter air to heat the space.
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Do not be alarmed if you notice frost on the outdoor coil
in the winter months. Frost develops on the outdoor
coil during the heating cycle when temperatures are
below 45°F (7°C). An electronic control activates a
defrost cycle lasting 5 to 15 minutes at preset intervals
to clear the outdoor coil of the frost.
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