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G24MCE GasĆFired Furnace
The G24MCE multi-position gas furnace is shipped ready
for installation in the upflow position. The unit can easily
be converted for installation in either downflow or horizonĆ
tal applications. The furnace is shipped with a bottom seal
panel in place for side return air in upflow applications.
Shipping and Packing List
Package 1 of 1 contains:
1 - Assembled unit
1 - Flue adapter (requires fieldĆinstallation)
1 - Upflow/horizontal filter rack
1 - Filter
The following additional items may be ordered separately,
if required:
1 - Additive base (downflow applications)
1 - Thermostat
1 - Hanging bracket kit
1 - External filter rack kit (downflow applications)
1 - LP Changeover kit
Check equipment for shipping damage. If you find any
damage, immediately contact the last carrier.
Requirements
Lennox G24MCE units carry CE marking and are certified
for installation in the following countries using the gas
categories shown:
II
2H3P
:
GB, IE, ES, PT and CH
I
2H
:
DK and IT
II
2L3P
:
NL
II
2Er3P
:
FR
I
2ELL
and
I
3P
:
DE
*I
2E+(S)
:
BE
* Units for installation in Belgium are set and sealed for use with
G20 reference gas and must not be adjusted by installer.
Units must be adjusted or converted in accordance with
specific instructions provided by Lennox Industries prior
to installation or use in the other countries listed.
These appliances must only be installed, adjusted, conĆ
verted or serviced by properly qualified personnel. Failure
to comply with this requirements may result in a dangerĆ
ous situation.
The installation must comply with all relevant local and
national gas, electrical, building and fire regulations.
Proper ventilation is essential for safe operation and must
be provided as detailed in these instructions.
The flue system must be properly designed to comply with
any relevant regulations and the requirements set out in
these instructions.
Installation clearances must be provided around the apĆ
pliance and access provided for servicing requirements.
See figures 5, 7 and 9.
Before installation, check that the local distribution condiĆ
tions, nature of gas and pressure and adjustment of the
appliance are compatible.
NOTE-For installation on combustible floors, appliance shall
not be installed directly on carpeting, tile, or combustible maĆ
terial such as wood flooring. Protection via a non-combusĆ
tible material must be provided.
The G24MCE unit must not be installed in a residential
or commercial garage.
Unit must be adjusted to obtain a temperature rise within the
range specified on appliance rating plate.
G24MCE unit must be installed so that electrical compoĆ
nents are protected from water.
When furnace is used in conjunction with cooling units, it
shall be installed on the upstream side of cooling units to
avoid condensation in the heating compartment.
When installed, furnace must be electrically earthed in
accordance with national regulations.
Electrical supply must be properly fused and should be
provided with means of isolating the unit from the supply.
When the furnace is installed so that supply ducts carry air
circulated by the furnace to areas outside of the space
containing the furnace, return air shall be handled by a
duct(s) sealed to the furnace casing and terminating outĆ
side of the space containing the furnace.
NOTE Ċ G24MCE series units must not be used as a
construction furnace" at any time during any phase of
construction. Very low return air temperatures, harmful
vapors and misplacement of the filters will damage the
unit and its efficiency.
The Lennox G24MCE furnace may be installed in alĆ
coves, cupboards, attics, basements, and utility rooms in
any of its approved installation positions.
The G24MCE unit must not be installed in a residential
or commercial garage.
The air furnace must not be installed in a room conĆ
taining a bath or shower. In addition, it is recomĆ
mended that the furnace should not be fitted in a bedĆ
room.
A compartment used to enclose the air furnace must be
designed and constructed specifically for this purpose.
An existing cupboard or compartment may be used proĆ
vided that it is modified for the purpose.
WARNING
The Fan door must be securely in place when the
fan and burners are operating. Gas fumes, which
could contain carbon monoxide, can be drawn into
living space resulting in personal injury or death.
General
These instructions are intended as a general guide and do
not supersede local codes in any way. Consult authorities
having jurisdiction before installation.
