Lenoxx Elite 14 User's Manual
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1. FINGERTIPS Dealer Name _ automatically switch from heating mode to cooling mode to maintain predetermined comfort settings Many heat pump thermostats are also equipped with an emergency heat mode which locks out heat pump operation and provides temporary heat supplied by the auxiliary heat INDICATING LIGHT Most heat pump thermostats have an amber light which indicates when the heat pump is operating in the emergency heat mode TEMPERATURE INDICATOR The temperature indicator displays the actual room temperature PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTATS Your Lennox system may be controlled by a programmable thermostat These thermostats provide the added feature of programmable time of day setpoints for both heating and cooling Refer to the user s information manual provided with your particular thermostat for operation details LENNOX ONE LESS THING TO WORRY ABOUT Unit Model Number HP27 _ Installation Date Technical Publications Litho U S A2. ELITE SERIES gt 5 o a U R X gt 5 _ o o o ELITE 14 Congratulations you have made a wise choice with the pur chase of your Lennox Elite 14 heat pump For over 100 years people have trusted Lennox to make their lives more comfortable Lennox prides itself in manufacturing high quality products that keep you comfortable and keep your monthly energy bills low year after year WARRANTIES Your unit is covered by one of the best warranties in the industry The compressor COMPRESSOR 10 VYEAR in your new Elite 14 heat pump is backed by a 10 year limited warranty LIMITED WARRANTY All remaining PARTS S VEAR components are covered by LIMITED WARRANTY a 5 year limited parts warranty That s one more reason to trust Lennox Your Elite Series heat pump includes a sheet which outlines the warranty and its conditions Keep your warranty along with other important records concerning the purchase and maintenance of your heating and cooling equipment You should he aware that failure to maintain your system as outlined in this manual will void your equip ment warranty MAINTENANCE In order to ensure peak perfor mance your system must be properly maintained A little effort on your part will keep your system in top form year after year Clogged filters and blocked airflow prevent your unit from operating at its most effic
3. ans that your independent Lennox dealer is your best choice for routine maintenance or service Lennox Quality Dealer Standards program ensures that when you call your independent Lennox dealer you can count on prompt courteous and professional service Before the start of each heating and cooling season the following service checks should be performed by a qualified service technician As always electrical power to the unit must he turned off prior to any unit maintenance The outdoor and indoor coils should he inspected and cleaned The outdoor coil may he flushed with a water hose e The refrigerant lines should be visually inspected and the coils should be checked for leaks e Wiring should be checked for loose connections Voltage must be checked at the indoor and outdoor units units operating The amp draw at the outdoor fan motor and indoor blower motor should be checked Values should be compared with those given on the unit nameplate Indoor unit filters should be cleaned or replaced e The refrigerant charge should be checked and system pressures should be gauged The condensate drain line should be checked for free and unobstructed flow and it should be cleaned if necessary ELITE SERIES Though your thermostat may vary somewhat from the description below its operation will be similar TEMPERATURE SETTING LEVERS Most heat pump thermostats have two temperature
4. e drain for any obstruction It is also very important to provide unrestricted airflow to the outdoor unit Leaves trash or shrubs crowding the unit cause the outdoor unit to work harder and use more energy Keep shrubbery trimmed away from the unit and periodically check for debris which may have collected around the unit UNIT OPERATION Your new Lennox heat pump has several characteristics that you should be aware of Your heat pump satisfies heating demand by delivering large amounts of warm air into the living space This is quite different from gas or oil fired furnaces or an electric furnace which deliver lower volumes of considerably warmer air to heat the space Do not be alarmed if you notice frost on the outdoor coil in the winter months Frost develops on the outdoor coil during the heating cycle when temperatures are below 45 F 7 C An electronic control activates a defrost cycle lasting 5 to 15 minutes at preset intervals to clear the outdoor coil of the frost During the defrost cycle you may notice steam rising from the outdoor unit This is anormal oceurrence The thermostat may engage auxiliary heat during the defrost cycle to satisfy a heating demand however the unit will return to normal operation at the conclusion of the defrost cycle LENNOX DEALERS Nobody knows more about the care and operation of your new Lennox equipment than your independent Lennox dealer This me
5. ient level Ask your Lennox dealer to show you where your indoor unit s filter is located It will be either at the indoor unit installed internal or external to the cabinet or behind a return air grille in the wall or ceiling Check the filter monthly and clean or replace it as needed Disposable filters should be replaced with a filter of the same type and size If you are unsure about the filter you need for your system call your independent Lennox dealer for assistance Important Turn off electrical power to the unit at the disconnect switch before performing any maintenance The unit may have multiple power supplies Some indoor units are equipped with re usable foam filters These filters can be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution Rinse the filter thoroughly and let it dry completely before returning it to the unit or grille The filter and all access panels must be in place any time the unit is in operation Your system may be equipped with an electronic air cleaner which will provide respiratory relief by removing up to 90 percent of all airborne particles which pass through it If it is ask your dealer to instruct you on its maintenance Your indoor coil is equipped with a drain pan to collect condensate formed as your system removes humidity from the inside air Have your dealer show you where the main condensate drain and auxiliary drain if applicable runs and how to check th
6. selector levers one for heating and one for cooling Set the levers or dials to the desired temperature setpoints for both heating and cooling Avoid frequent temperature adjustment turning the unit off and back on before pressures equalize puts stress on the unit compressor FAN SWITCH In AUTO or INT intermittent mode the blower operates only when the thermostat calls for heating or cooling This mode is generally preferred when humidity control is a priority The ON or CONT mode provides continuous indoor blower operation regardless of whether the compressor or auxiliary heat are operating This mode is required when constant air circulation or filtering is desired SYSTEM SWITCH Set the system switch for heating cooling or auto operation The auto mode allows the heat pump to BEFORE YOU CALL If your system fails to operate check the following before calling for service Check to see that all electrical disconnect switches are ON Make sure the room thermostat temperature selector is properly set Make sure the room thermostat system switch is properly set Address e Replace any blown fuses or reset circuit breakers cia Phone Number i Make sure unit access panels are in place Make sure air filter is clean Locate unit model number and have it handy before calling 1997 Lennox Industries Inc 503 616M Dallas Texas 3 97 THERMOSTAT OPERATION COMFORT IS AT YOUR
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