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Majestic • MERC32IN, MERC32IL Installation Manual • 2401-980 Rev. L • 1/21
Accessories Requirements
• This appliance may be used with a wall switch, wall
mounted thermostat and/or a remote control.
Wiring for optional Hearth & Home Technologies approved
accessories should be done now to avoid reconstruction.
Follow instructions that come with those accessories.
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Electrical Information
WHT
WHT
BLK
BLK
GRN wire
inside box
Copper
ground attached
to GRN screw with
GRN wire
14/2WG
Cover Plate
outside firebox
Romex
Connector
Figure 8.1 Junction Box Detail
NOTICE: DO NOT
wire
110-120 VAC to wall switch.
Junction Box Installation
• Remove the screw attaching the junction box/receptacle
to the outer shell, rotate the junction box inward to dis
-
engage it from the outer shell. See Figure 8.1.
• Pull the electrical wires from outside the appliance through
the opening into the valve compartment and secure wires
with a Romex connector. See Figure 8.1.
• Make all necessary wire connections to the junction box/
receptacle and reattach the junction box/receptacle to
the outer shell.
Electrical Service and Repair
WARNING! Risk of Shock!
Label all wires prior to dis-
connection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can
cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper
operation after servicing.
WARNING! Risk of Shock!
Replace damaged wire with
type 105º C rated wire. Wire must have high temperature
insulation.
A. General Information
WARNING! Risk of Shock or Explosion! DO NOT
wire
110-120 VAC to the valve or to the appliance wall switch.
Incorrect wiring will damage controls.
NOTICE:
This appliance must be electrically wired
and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with
National Electric Code
ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition
or the
Canadian Electric
Code CSA C22.1.
• Wire the appliance junction box to unswitched 110-
120 VAC. This is required for proper operation of the
appliance (Intellifire ignition).
• A 110-120 VAC circuit for this product must be protected
with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection, in
compliance with the applicable electrical codes, when
it is installed in locations such as in bathrooms or near
sinks.
• Low voltage and 110-120 VAC voltage cannot be shared
within the same wall box.
B. Wiring Requirements
Intellifire
®
Ignition System Wiring
• Wire the appliance junction box to 110-120 VAC for
proper operation of the appliance.
WARNING! Risk of Shock or Explosion! DO NOT
wire
IPI controlled appliance junction box to a switched circuit.
Incorrect wiring will override IPI safety lockout.
• Refer to Figure 8.2 or 8.3, Intellifire Pilot Ignition (IPI)
Wiring Diagram.
• This appliance is equipped with an Intellifire control valve
which operates on a 3 volt system.
• Plug the 3-volt AC transformer into the appliance junction
box to supply power to the unit OR install two D cell
batteries (not included) into the battery pack before use.
NOTICE:
Batteries should not be placed in the battery
pack while using the transformer. Remove batteries before
using the transformer, and unplug the transformer before
installing the batteries. Battery polarity must be correct or
module damage will occur.