Page 2 - IMPORTANT! GENERAL SAFETY; WARNING
2 WARNING To avoid the risk of damaging fireplace materials and increas- ing the risk of fire, do not use the fireplace to cook or warm food. WARNING NEVER use gasoline, gasoline- type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, naphtha, engine oil or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a f...
Page 3 - CAUTION; SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING; PARTS REqUIRED; TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 CAUTION This appliance is designed for use with wood or certified pro- cessed solid fuel fire logs. Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use only fire logs that have been evaluated for the application in fireplace and refer to fire log warnings and caution markings on packaging pri...
Page 4 - GLASS CARE; Figure 1
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 4 WARNING Disposal of Ashes: Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials, pending final d...
Page 5 - OPERATING THE FIREPLACE; Figure 2; FIREPLACE INSTALLATION; Please Read Before Installing:; Figure 3
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 5 OPERATING THE FIREPLACE Fuel The ME43 fireplace is designed to work best when fueled with seasoned cordwood. Hard- woods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density. Hardwoods will result in a longer bu...
Page 6 - When using a gas burner, it is; The outside combustion; Tools And Building Supplies Normally; Please give special; Fireplace Installation Procedure; See Figure 4
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. WARNING When using a gas burner, it is mandatory to keep the chimney outside air register opened. 6 Failure to use LHP parts or conduct variations in techniques and construction materials described in this installation manual may create a serious ...
Page 7 - Two inch; ENCLOSURE; Figure 5; Fireplace Facing; on; Figure 6
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. WARNING Do not place loose insulation or any other material in the space around the fireplace or the chimney. Insulation placed on or around the fireplace or chim- ney may cause adjacent wood to overheat and catch on fire. WARNING The top of the f...
Page 8 - Mantel; see; Hearth Extension Requirements; refer to Figures 7A and 7B); Cold Climate Installations; Climates where temperatures will fall below; Elevated Fireplaces
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 8 Non-Combustible Material Mantel A wood mantel, if installed, must be at least 48" (1.2 m) above the base of the fireplace ( see Figure 7A) . There is no restriction regarding the length or the width of the mantel. Hearth Extension Requiremen...
Page 9 - Figure 8; Outside Air Assembly; The outside air assembly is mandatory for; the; Outside Air Installation; Figures 8B and; CAUTION: SHOULD THIS BLOWER REqUIRE; Installation instructions:
9 NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. Figure 8 OUTSIDE INTAKE ALUMINIUM TAPE PLASTIC COVER FLEXIBLE PIPE SCREW OPENING FACING DOWN WALL OUTSIDE AIR CONNECTION TO THE FIREPLACE FIREPLACE CONNECTION ALUMINIUM TAPE INSULATION FLEXIBLE PIPE FIREPLACE PLASTIC COVER LOOP IS MANDATORY 7' M...
Page 10 - FRAMING DIMENSIONS; Corner Installation; Figure 10 - Framing Dimensions; Rough Framing Face; Combustion
10 NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 42-1/2” (1080 mm) 17-1/8” (435 mm) 28-5/16” (719 mm) 42” (1067 mm) 43” (1092 mm) 43” (1092 mm) 27-1/2” (699 mm) 10-5/8” (270 mm) 36” (914 mm) 33” (838mm) 21-1/4 (540 mm) Knock-Out for Ducting Knock-Out for Ducting Outside Air Intake FRAMING DIM...
Page 11 - CENTRAL FORCED AIR KIT; Important: Make sure that; blower thermostat; Chase Enclosure
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 11 Figure 11 INSULATED FLEX PIPE 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 ducti...
Page 12 - CHIMNEY SYSTEM; Minimum System Heights; Fireplace Model
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 12 WARNING If insulation is used, the fireplace must not be placed directly against it. Insulation or vapor barriers, if used, must first be covered with drywall panels, plywood, particle board or other material to assure insulation and vapor barr...
Page 13 - STRAIGHT INSTALLATION; see Figure; CHIMNEY MODEL; Table 2 - Flat Roof Framing
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 13 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 Ta...
Page 15 - ROOF DOWN SLOPE HOLE SIZE; SLOPE; Table 3
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 15 FLASHING COLLAR CHIMNEY SPACER (BUILT INTO FLASHING) AC CHIMNEY Figure 19A Figure 19B ROOF DOWN SLOPE HOLE SIZE SLOPE ASHT+ S-2100+ AC 8" 8" 8" * 14-3/8" (365mm) 16" (406mm) 15" (380mm) 2/12 14-5/8" (371mm) 16-1/4...
Page 16 - Table 4; OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION; AC chimney; Note: When using AC chimney, an AC8SB
16 FireplaceModel ME43BK SP Chimney Model 8" ASHT+/S-2100+/AC Vertical Installation 15 feet (4.57 m) 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: OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION The minimum chimney heigh...
Page 17 - Table 5; Horizontal Offset; Offset Dimensions
17 Table 5 Chimney 8” Elbow Offset & Height One Length Between Elbows Two Lengths Between Elbows 8” 12” 18” 24” 36” 8” & 36” 12” & 36” 18” & 36” 24” & 36” 36” & 36” Secure Temp ASHT + 15º A 3" (156mm) 4-1/4" (108mm) 5-3/4" (146mm) 7-1/4" (184mm) 10-1/4" (2...
Page 19 - UNIVERSAL ROOF SUPPORT INSTALLATION; gives maximum height of supported chimney.; UNIVERSAL OFFSET SUPPORT INSTALLATION; Table 7; CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE; Maximum Height Of Supported Chimney; Table 7
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 19 UNIVERSAL ROOF SUPPORT INSTALLATION This support has three possible uses: 1. For ASHT+ and S-2100+ chimneys, it must be used on a roof to support the chimney. 2. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney ...
Page 20 - OPTIONAL INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES - ME43; Description
20 Installation Accessories Description Cat./ Part No. Outside Air Kit (Required - Included with Fireplace) Outside Air Coupler to connect outside air UZI to fireplace, UZIAD UZIDF Outside Air Ducting - Includes 4" insulated flex x 10 ft. long, UZI UZI Fireplace Options Trim Kit - Gold H3426 Tri...
Page 21 - COMPONENTS LIST - ME43
21 Secure Temp™ ASHT+ High Temp. Insulated Stainless Steel Chimney 8" Diameter, Listed to CAN / UCL-S604 and UL-103HT at 1200° F Description Cat./ Part No. Lengths and Misc. Chimney Components 8" Length, 8" Dia., 8L8 8L8 12" Length, 8" Dia., 8L12 8L12 18" Length, 8" Dia.,...
Page 22 - Replacement Parts; REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST - ME43; feet (2135 mm) measured from the base of the fireplace; Fireplace enclosure; (7 feet measured from the base of the fireplace; SPECIFICATIONS; Model
22 Replacement Parts Description Cat. No. Refractory PR-SR2028 Back Refractory PR-SR2027 Right Side Refractory PR-SR2025D Left Side Refractory PR-SR2025G Bottom Refractory PR-SR1722 Front Refractory Ash Lip PR-SR2026 Log Support Grate PR-HELS43 Top Louver PR-SR15P Bottom Louver PR-SR15P Louver Hinge...
Page 23 - NOTES
Page 24 - LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS
24 Your Fireplace's Model Number ________________________________________Your Fireplace's Serial Number ________________________________________The Date On Which Your Fireplace Was Installed ___________________________Your Dealer's Name _________________________________________________Your Dealer's ...