Lennox ELITE SERIES LA41CF Installation Instructions Manual
Lennox ELITE SERIES LA41CF Installation Instructions Manual

Lennox ELITE SERIES LA41CF Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
ELITE SERIES
41" Wood Burning Fireplaces
P/N 504,217M REV. D 12/2003
MODELS
LA41CF
LA41TCF
This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and
dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and under-
stand these instructions before beginning your installation.
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any
circumstances. 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.
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.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WH Report No. J20017261-231
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ELITE SERIES 41" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 504,217M REV. D 12/2003 MODELS LA41CF LA41TCF This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and under- stand these instructions before beginning your installation. Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any circumstances.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules ... page 2 Tools and Building Supplies ... page 2 Precautions ... page 3 Introduction ... page 3 Clearances/Height Requirements ... page 3 Chimney System ... page 3 Assembly Outline ... page 4 Location of Fireplace ... page 4 Assembly Steps ...
  • Page 3: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is recommended that the installer be a qualified or certified “tradesman” familiar with commonly accepted fireplace installation and safety tech- niques as well as prevailing local codes. The most important areas of concern dealing with the installation of factory-built fireplaces are clearances to combustible materials, proper...
  • Page 4: Assembly Outline

    Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling Draft Stops Firestop CTDT Termination Note: Non- Combustible Chase Flashing Must Be Used To Cover Chase Opening Level Solid Continuous Surface Insulation (Thermal Barrier) Figure 2 WARNING: IF INSULATION IS USED, THE FIREPLACE MUST NOT BE PLACED DI- RECTLY AGAINST IT.
  • Page 5: Assembly Steps

    Black Portion Of Frame Not To Be Covered With Combustible Materials Wall Covering 20” 1” Door Opening Safe 20” Zone Figure 5 DO NOT permanently place furniture or other items such as decorative pillows within 60" of the fireplace front face. ASSEMBLY STEPS Note: The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation.
  • Page 6: La41 Fireplace Specifications

    Note: Safety strips are not required when fire- place rests on a noncombustible surface. Note: Install the hearth extension only as illus- trated. The safety strips should extend from front of the fireplace at least 1 " and should extend to be at least flush with the sides.
  • Page 7: Framing Specifications

    Note: The framed depth, 28 " (714 mm) from a framed wall, must always be measured from a finished surface. If a wall covering such as drywall is to be attached to the rear wall, then the framed depth must be measured from the drywall surface.
  • Page 8: Installing The Chimney System

    Step 4. Fireplace should be secured to side framing members using the full length nailing tabs at the top and bottom of the fireplace front face. Use 8d nails or equivalent ( Figure 17 ). 8d Nail Figure 17 Note: The nailing tabs and the area directly behind the nailing tabs are exempt from the clearances described on page 5.
  • Page 9 Step 4. Note: Chimney sections are constructed with a unique locking tab design, which en- sures an immediate, tight assembly between sections. Plan your chimney requirements care- fully before assembly as chimney is difficult to disassemble after installation. If disassembled, the tabs might become damaged.
  • Page 10: Ten Foot Rule Summary

    Step 8. The standard Security Chimneys FTF10 roof flashing assemblies include a storm collar. Slide the storm collar over outer chimney, rest on flashing spacers and align with top surface of flashing. Insert tab in slot, pull tight and bend tab back over slot.
  • Page 11: Multiple Terminations

    MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS If more than one termination is located in the same chase or within the same general proxim- ity, we suggest they should be separated in distance at least 24" horizontally from flue cen- ter to flue center and stacked or staggered vertically at least 18"...
  • Page 12: Vertical Elevation Chart

    FTF10 VERTICAL ELEVATION CHART Height Of Number Of FTF10 Chimney Only Chimney Lengths Inches Feet/Inches 12" 18" 0 11 2 11 7 11 9 11 17 11 18 10 20 10 22 10 27 10 Height Of Number Of FTF10 Chimney Only Chimney Lengths 36"...
  • Page 13: Offset Elevation Chart

    FTF10 OFFSET ELEVATION CHART FTF10-ES30 Offset Height Offset/Return FTF10-S4 (Inches) (Inches) Elbow Set Stabilizer NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. Number of FTF10 Chimney Sections 12" 18" 36" Figure 37 FTF10-30 Offset Elbow* *Part of Offset/Return Package Model FTF10-ES30 Figure 38 INSTALLING OFFSETS First, review the Offset Elevation Chart and...
  • Page 14: Combustion Air Kits

    Note: See Framing and Dimension Chart for the sizes of the ceiling and roof openings. The size of the roof opening varies with the degree of pitch of the roof. Offset Elbow Assembly Offset elbows install the same as chimney sections.
  • Page 15: Vent Free Appliances

    Vent Free Appliances These units have been tested and approved to ANSI/IAS/AGA Z21.11.2 for use with unvented gas appliances and complies with the stan- dard for Factory-Built fireplaces, UL 127. The unit has been tested for use with any unvented gas log sets having a maximum rating of 40,000 BTU.
  • Page 16: Hearth Extensions/Wall Shields

    Hearth Extensions and Wall Shields A hearth extension must be installed with all fireplaces. It is to protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from both radiant heat and sparks. The hearth extension must extend 12" beyond both sides of the fireplace opening and 20"...
  • Page 17: Finish Requirements

    Example: Given that the required “R value” for a suitable hearth extension used must be equal to or greater than: “R” = r x T = 3.70 x " = 3.70. If it is desired to elevate a marble hearth exten- sion to a level of 5"...
  • Page 18: Installation Components

    INSTALLATION COMPONENTS Round Termination 63L423 Firestop Spacer (Flat) 63L36 Locking Band 63L60 Storm Collar 63L59 FTF10-CTD 63L16 63L17 Chimney Section 63L18 F10FS-2 63L40 Flashing 63L41 Chase Termination (Square) 63L49 NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. FTF10-12 Chase Termination FTF10-18 (Square) 63L52 FTF10-36...
  • Page 19 NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
  • Page 20 LENNOX 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. Printed in U.S.A. © 2000 by LENNOX P/N 504,217M REV.

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