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VENTING
The Lennox Merit Series
TM
Gas Furnace units
are classified as fan−assisted Category I furnaces
when vertically vented according to the latest edition
of National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54 / ANSI Z223.1)
in the USA. A fan−assisted Category I furnace is an
appliance equipped with an integral mechanical means
to either draw or force combustion products through the
combustion chamber and/or heat exchanger. The internal
unit is not approved for use with horizontal venting.
NOTE −
Use these instructions as a guide. They do not su-
persede local codes. This furnace must be vented accord-
ing to all local codes these installation instructions, and the
provided venting tables in these instructions
The venting tables in this manual were extracted from the
National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54 / ANSI Z223.1) and are
provided as a guide for proper vent installation. Proper ap-
plication, termination, construction and location of vents
must conform to local codes having jurisdiction.
of local codes, the NFGC serves as the
defining document.
Refer to the tables and the venting information contained in
these instructions to properly size and install the venting
system.
Use self−drilling sheet metal screws or a mechanical fas-
tener to firmly secure the vent pipe to the round collar of the
flue transition. If self−drilling screws are used to attach the
vent pipe, it is recommended that three be used. Drive one
self−drilling screw through the front and one through each
side of the vent pipe and collar. See figure 10.
Install the first vent connector elbow at a minimum of six
inches (152 mm) from the furnace vent outlet. See figure
10.
Venting Using a Masonry Chimney
The following additional requirements apply when a lined
masonry chimney is used to vent this furnace.
Masonry chimneys used to vent Category I central fur-
naces must be either tile-lined or lined with a listed metal
lining system or dedicated gas vent. Unlined masonry
chimneys are prohibited. See figures 11 and 12 for com-
mon venting.
A chimney with one or more sides exposed to the outside of
the structure is considered to be an exterior chimney.
An exterior masonry chimney that is not tile−lined must be
lined with B1 vent or a listed insulated flexible metal vent.
An exterior tile−lined chimney that is sealed and capped
may be lined with a listed uninsulated flexible metal vent.
If the existing chimney will not accommodate a listed metal
liner, either the chimney must be rebuilt to accommodate
one of these liners or an alternate approved venting meth-
od must be found.
Insulation for the flexible vent pipe must be an encapsu-
lated fiberglass sleeve recommended by the flexible vent
pipe manufacturer. See figure 11.
IMPORTANT
Once the venting system is installed, attach
connected Vent" warning sticker to a visible area of
the plenum near the vent pipe. See figure 10. The
warning sticker is provided in the bag assembly. Or-
der kit 66W04 for additional stickers.
WARNING
Asphyxiation hazard. The exhaust vent for this fur-
nace must be securely connected to the furnace flue
transition at all times.
FIGURE 10
FLUE TRANSITION
COLLAR
VENT PIPE
(min. 150mm length)
“DISCONNECTED VENT”
WARNING
STICKER
FLUE
TRANSITION
COLLAR
VENT CONNECTION UPFLOW AND HORIZONTAL POSITION
VENT PIPE
(min. 150mm length)
“DISCONNECTED VENT”
WARNING
STICKER
In the absence
