Lennox Hearth Products ME43 Install And Operation Instructions
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Lennox Hearth Products Manuals
  4. Indoor Fireplace
  5. ELITE ME43
  6. Install and operation instructions
Lennox Hearth Products ME43 Install And Operation Instructions

Lennox Hearth Products ME43 Install And Operation Instructions

Elite series 43" wood burning fireplaces
Hide thumbs Also See for ME43:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNINGS
•
Hot! Do not touch! The glass and
surfaces of this appliance will be hot
during operation and will retain heat
for a while after shutting off the appli-
ance. Severe burns may result.
•
Carefully supervise children in the
same room as appliance.
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 & UL-127
Report No. 192-5166
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

43" Wood Burning Fireplaces
P/N 850,027M REV. F 01/2008
MODEL
ME43BK SP
This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and
dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and
understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any circum-
stances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system, including
but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and accessories,
may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system and could
result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.
Lennox™ wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supple-
mental heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary
heat source.
•
The fireplace cannot be operated without a door.
Consult your dealer to select the correct door
model.
•
Important! To assure proper alignment of glass
doors: Install this fireplace in a square and
plumb condition, using shims as necessary at
sides and/or bottom.
•
Install the fireplace only as described in these
instructions.
PIME43-F REV. 3
ME43
WARNINGS

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the ME43 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Lennox Hearth Products ME43

Summary of Contents for Lennox Hearth Products ME43

  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    Listed to standards: ULC-S610 & UL-127 Report No. 192-5166 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ME43 43" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 850,027M REV. F 01/2008 MODEL ME43BK SP This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    WARNING Always ensure that the air inlet to the fireplace is free from debris and any other obstructions that can block the entrance of air. WARNING An outside air kit must be installed on the ME43 fire- place.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    In selecting this LENNOX™ wood-burning appliance you have chosen one of the fin- est fireplaces available. The ME43 wood fireplace is a clean burning fireplace that is designed to provide you dependable service as well as warmth and enjoyment for many years to come.

  • Page 4: Fireplace Maintenance Creosote

    (2) of the three (3) screws using the other as a pivot point. Glass Replacement The glass used for the ME43 fireplace doors is a high temperature ceramic glass. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with a ceramic glass such as Neoceram.

  • Page 5: Operating The Fireplace

    2. The ME43 fireplace has been tested and listed to UL and ULC standards by Warnock Hersey International Inc. These instructions were written to give you an outline for a fast and safe installation and trouble-free operation.

  • Page 6: Tools And Building Supplies

    2.26-M96, Standard for Decorative Gas Ap- pliances for Installation in Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplaces (reference Clause 4.1.3 T). 9. The ME43 fireplaces are sold with factory installed doors. The outside combustion air kit is mandatory and is included with the fireplace. Optional blowers and decorative trims are available.

  • Page 7: Facing And Mantel

    WARNING The top of the fireplace is not zero clearance. Do not place any insulating material in the space above the fireplace for a height of 7 feet from the base of the fireplace. 3. Do not block the fireplace’s hot air vents or air inlets as this will cause the fireplace to overheat.

  • Page 8: Hearth Extension

    Hearth Extension Requirements (refer to Figure 7) A non-combustible hearth extension must be built in front of the fireplace and extend out on both sides. Hearth extensions must be constructed according to the following guidelines: 1. A layer of sheet metal 0.018" (0.45mm) thick or 3/8"...

  • Page 9: Uzy3 Fan Kit Installation

    INSTALLATION OF THE FAN KIT MODEL UZY3 Note: This fan kit can easily be installed when the fireplace has a pre-installed junction box. You just have to plug them in. Rating: 120 Volts, 60Hz, .63A. The fans have magnetic blower mounts. The junction box (factory installed on approved fireplaces for the use of this fan kit) must be connected to 110 VAC service before perma- nently enclosing the fireplace.

  • Page 10: Framing Dimensions

    Corner Installation 23-11/32” (593mm) 21-1/2” (546mm) Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure Including Finising Materials if any Rough Framing Face (Unfinished Shown) * Zero Clearance From Back Spacer to Wall Combustion Air Kit Knock-Out for Ducting Outside Air Intake Figure 10 - Framing Dimensions 7' MIN. OUTSIDE CHASE Rough Framing Face (unfinished shown)

  • Page 11: Central Forced Air Kit

    CENTRAL FORCED AIR KIT The knock-outs provided on the sides of the ME43 fireplace allow the connection of insulated flexible pipe which enables you to heat adjacent rooms up to 50 feet from the fireplace. The ducting system must be installed as de-...

  • Page 12: Chimney System

    Continuous Surface Insulation (Thermal Barrier) Figure 14 CHIMNEY SYSTEM The ME43 fireplace is listed only with Security Chimneys™ International Ltd. chimney sys- tems, models ASHT+ 8", S-2100+ 8", or AC 8". Do not connect the fireplace to a masonry chimney, chimney liner, or other brand of factory-built chimney. In areas with continuous temperatures below 0º...

  • Page 13: Installing The Chimney System

    CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STRAIGHT INSTALLATION Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass (see Figure 16). Use a plumb-bob to line up the center of the holes. The hole sizes are indicated in Table 2 for the floor and ceiling holes and in Table 3 on Page 15 for the roof holes.
  • Page 14 AC Model (Air Cooled Insulated, Galvalume Chimney) Cooling Air Kit For Air Cooled Chimney ACZI Outside Combustion Figure 18 Air Kit (UZI) Flashing Note: The Outside Air Kit is Mandatory NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. Rain Cap Flashing Collar Support Attic Radiation Shield...
  • Page 15 CHIMNEY COLLAR SPACER (BUILT INTO FLASHING) FLASHING AC CHIMNEY Figure 19A SLOPE 14-3/8" (365mm) 2/12 14-5/8" (371mm) 4/12 15-1/4" (387mm) 6/12 16-1/8" (410mm) 8/12 17-3/8" (441mm) 10/12 18-3/4" (476mm) 12/12 20-3/8" (518mm) cross slope hole size Table 3 Figure 19B ROOF DOWN SLOPE HOLE SIZE ASHT+ S-2100+ 8"...

  • Page 16: Offset Chimney Installation

    OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION The minimum chimney height (including the fireplace) when using elbows is: Fireplace ME43BK SP Model Chimney Model 8" ASHT+/S-2100+/AC Vertical 15 feet (4.57 m) Installation Two (2) Elbows 18 feet (5.49 m) Four (4) Elbows 20 feet (6.10 m) Table 4 After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows:...

  • Page 17: Chimney Component Chart

    Table 5...

  • Page 18: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    AIR COOLED STRAPS Figure 20 RAIN CAP INSULATED WALL FRAME 2” X 4” Figure 21 CHIMNEY AC BRACE ACRS (RADIATION SHIELD) STRAPS SUPPORT STORM COLLAR ROOF SUPPORT FLASHING OFFSET SUPPORT ANGLED INSULATED WALL RADIATION SHIELD NOTE: IN COLD FREGIONS IT IS RECOMMEDNED TO ENCLOSE THE CHIMNEY IN AN INSULATED CHASE NOTE: DIAGRAMS &...

  • Page 19: Universal Roof Support Installation

    UNIVERSAL ROOF SUPPORT INSTALLATION This support has three possible uses: For ASHT+ and S-2100+ chimneys, it must be used on a roof to support the chimney. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset.

  • Page 20: Parts And Components

    Door Capping - Gold Door Capping - Brushed Nickel Blower Blower motor speed control Fireplace Model ME43 - Approved Venting Components - 8” diameter chimney - Model ASHT+, S-2100+, HT6000+, HT6103+ or AC manufactured by Security Chimneys International only. Notes:...
  • Page 21 1/12 - 7/12 (5 - 30 ), 8FAR 8/12 - 12/12 (30 ), 8FBR - 45 Storm Collar, 8FC ME43 COMPONENTS LISTS Part/Cat. No. Description An AC Adaptor Is Needed To Convert Fireplace For Use With AC Chimney Starter Section (adaptor), 8” AC, AC8SB Starter 30 Elbow, 8”...

  • Page 22: Replacement Parts

    ME43 COMPONENTS LISTS Attic Radiation Shield, ACRSA Wall Radiation Shield, 30, AC, RSM30 Insulated Wall Radiation Shield, 30, ACRSMI30 Chimney Outside Air Kit (Flex, Insulation, Outside Register And Coupling), ACZI Notes: AC Chimney is Not recommended at elevations above 4000 feet or in cold climates. Replacement Parts Description Refractory Back Refractory Right Side Refractory...
  • Page 23 NOTES...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    PRODUCT REFERENCE INFORMATION We recommend that you record the following important information about your fireplace. Please contact your Lennox Hearth Products dealer for any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Lennox Hearth Products dealer, please call 1-800-9-LENNOX.

This manual is also suitable for:

Me43bk sp

Table of Contents