FIREPLUS SERIES 38" & 43" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 875,007M REV. N/C 03/2001 MODELS FP-38 FP-43 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS General Safety Precautions ... page 2 General Information ... page 2 Fuels ... page 2 Gas Logs ... page 3 Disposal of Ashes ... page 3 Softwood vs Hardwood ... page 3 Starting a Fire ... page 4 Damper Control ...
Gas Logs If your fireplace system was installed with a gas line, you may wish to install one of two types of gas log sets. This fireplace has been tested and approved for use with a decorative gas appliance incorporat- ing an automatic shut-off device and complying with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appli- ances for installation in vented fireplaces, ANSI...
To determine the best heating source, look at the density of various wood types (Density is the weight for a given size). The higher the density, the more potential heat output. A stan- dard cord has a volume of 128 cubic feet. This figure also includes the air space between and around the wood.
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ATTACHING THE DOOR ASSEMBLY The door assemblies have been packaged sepa- rately, protected in their own special carton. Carefully remove the protective carton wrap and inspect the door assemblies for any signs of damage. The glass pane is made from ceramic glass and can be broken relatively easy from a hard impact.
CAUTION: GLASS AND METAL FRAMES GET HOT — ALWAYS USE HANDLES TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE DOORS. WARNING: BE AWARE THAT SAFETY GLASS IS UNPREDICTABLE WHEN HOT AND MAY BREAK, EXPELLING HOT GLASS INTO THE ROOM. ADVISE ALL FAMILY MEMBERS TO REMAIN WELL AWAY FROM THE FIREPLACE WHEN OPERAT- ING WITH DOORS CLOSED TO AVOID ANY POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
Proper care and “burn-in” of the firebox will prolong the period of enjoyment without ex- tensive maintenance. For the first few uses, build small fires – not roaring infernos. The materials used in the refractories contain and absorb moisture. It is important to “cure” the refractories by building only modest fires.
2. When lighting your fire, a little smoke may escape into the room – more likely if the chim- ney is cold. To correct this, hold a lighted newspaper up inside the firebox near the open flue damper. This will turn around any down- draft and clear the flue of cold air.
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Description Refractory, Bottom Assy. Refractory, Bottom Assy. Refractory, Rear Refractory, Side Refractory, Plug Refractory, Bottom Leg Grate/Bracekt Assy. Tube, Exchanger Upper Tube, Exchanger Lower Louver Assy., Upper/Lower Louver, Filler Door Assy., LH Door Assy., RH Screen Panel Assy. Screen Rod Post, Handle Wood, Handle REPLACEMENT PART LIST...
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.