Heating & Cooling Systems
Furnace
Lennox 80%
The Lennox Merit ML180E gas furnace is a standard-efficiency, single-stage unit with an 80% Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE). It features a Power Saver Constant-Torque blower motor, a Duralok Heat Exchanger, and sturdy burners for quiet operation. The furnace has a 20-year limited warranty on the heat exchanger and a 5-year limited warranty on covered components. It is dual-fuel compatible with Lennox heat pumps for potential cost savings.
Key features highlighted in the document include:
AFUE: Measures how efficiently the furnace uses fuel; a higher AFUE indicates greater energy efficiency.
Dual-Fuel Compatibility: An HVAC system combining an electric heat pump with a gas furnace for optimized comfort and efficiency.
Power Saver™ Constant-Torque Blower Motor: A quieter and 33% more efficient upgrade compared to older motors.
Duralok™: A heat exchanger made of high-quality heavy gauge aluminized steel for mid-efficiency (80%) condensing gas furnaces, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
Warranty Your Way™: Merit models come with a 5-year limited warranty on compressors and covered components, with a 10-year extended limited warranty available upon product registration, and a 20-year limited warranty on furnace heat exchangers.
The document also briefly explains the difference between single-stage (on or off, wide temperature swings), two-stage (runs at low or high speed, low speed used 80% of the time), and variable-capacity (runs at low most of the time, using only necessary energy) operation.
Lennox 96%
The Lennox Merit ML196E gas furnace is a high-efficiency, single-stage unit with a 96% Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE). It features a Power Saver™ Constant-Torque blower motor and a Duralok Plus Heat Exchanger with a 20-year limited warranty. The unit also comes with a 5-year limited warranty on covered components, with an extended 10-year warranty available upon product registration.
Key features include:
Quiet operation due to sturdy burners and a sealed burner box.
Patented clamshell design to reduce air leakage.
Pre-cut holes, pre-bent flanges, and factory-installed flue collars for quicker installation.
Dual-fuel compatibility with Lennox heat pumps.
ENERGY STAR® certification, meeting federal guidelines for energy efficiency.
The document also explains that single-stage furnaces are either on or off, leading to wide temperature swings, unlike two-stage or variable-capacity systems that offer more consistent temperatures. Prime Time Energy Services in Depew, NY, is listed as a contact for this product.
Lennox 97%
This document provides an overview of the Lennox Elite EL297E gas furnace. Key features include a clamshell design to reduce air leakage, an insulated cabinet for quiet operation, and elements designed for quicker installation. It is dual-fuel compatible with Lennox heat pumps and can integrate with the PureAir™ air purification system.
I. Elite Gas Furnaces: Key Features
- Patented clamshell design for reduced air leakage
- Insulated cabinet and sturdy burners for quiet operation
- Design elements (pre-cut holes, pre-bent flanges, factory-installed flue collars) for quicker installation
- Dual-fuel compatibility with Lennox heat pumps
- Integration with PureAir™ air purification system
II. EL297E Model Specifics
- High-Efficiency, Two-Stage, Constant-Torque Gas Furnace
- 97% Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE)
- ENERGY STAR® Certified
- Duralok Plus™ Heat Exchanger with Lifetime Limited Warranty
- Qualifies for 25C Federal Tax Credit
III. Rebates and Tax Credits
- Information available on lennox.com/buyers-guide/offers-and-savings/rebates
IV. Prime Time Energy Services
- Contact information: 67 Sheldon Avenue, Depew, NY 14043; (716) 685-4331
V. Definitions of Key Terms
- Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE): Measures furnace fuel efficiency.
- Power Saver™ Constant-Torque Blower Motor: Quieter, more efficient motor.
- ENERGY STAR® Certified: Meets or exceeds federal guidelines for energy efficiency.
- Duralok Plus™ Heat Exchanger: High-quality, durable heat exchanger for high-efficiency furnaces.
- Dual-Fuel Compatibility: HVAC system pairing electric heat pump with gas furnace for optimized comfort and efficiency.
- Warranty Your Way™: Flexible warranty options for eligible Elite series models (5-year parts only extension or 3 years labor + 2 years parts coverage).
VI. Furnace Operation Types
- Single-Stage: On or off, leading to wide temperature swings.
- Two-Stage: Runs at low or high speed, using low speed 80% of the time.
- Variable-Capacity: Runs at low most of the time, using only necessary energy.
The EL297E model has an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) of 97%, features two heat stages, and a Power Saver™ Constant-Torque Blower Motor, and is ENERGY STAR® Certified. It includes a Duralok Plus™ Heat Exchanger with a Lifetime Limited Warranty. The furnace qualifies for the 25C Federal Tax Credit.
Contact information for Prime Time Energy Services in Depew, NY, is provided, along with Lennox's website for more product details, terms, and conditions, and information on rebates and tax credits.
Air Conditioning
Lennox Mini-Split
This document provides an overview of Lennox mini-split systems, powered by Samsung. Key features include variable-capacity operation, control via wireless remote, wall-mounted thermostat, or the SmartThings app.
The document highlights specifications for the MWLD Single-zone, high-efficiency, variable-capacity, cold climate mini-split heat pump, including:
2025 Refrigerant Regulations Compliant
Operating Range: As low as -22°F
Energy Efficiency: Up to 25.00 SEER2 and 11.00 HSPF2
Sound Rating: As low as 22 dB (indoor) and 45 dB (outdoor)
ENERGY STAR® Certified
Limited Warranty: 7-Year on Compressor, 5-Year on Covered Components, with an optional 12-Year Extended Warranty available.
Qualifies for 25C Tax Credit
It also defines terms like SEER2, HSPF2, Cold Climate Technology, and explains the difference between single-stage, two-stage, and variable-capacity operation. Contact information for Prime Time Energy Services and Lennox is provided.
Lennox Air Conditioner
The Lennox Merit Series ML13KC1 air conditioner is a 2025 compliant, single-stage unit that meets or exceeds 13.40 SEER2 and qualifies for the 25C Federal Tax Credit. It features a corrosion-resistant, galvanized steel cabinet, a proprietary Quantum™ Coil designed for durability, and a Refrigerant Detection System (RDS) for safe operation.
This model is all-electric compatible, meaning it can be paired with an electric air handler, eliminating the need for natural gas. It uses a 2025 compliant refrigerant with a lower global warming potential (GWP). The sound rating is as low as 73 dB.
Lennox offers a "Warranty Your Way™" for eligible Merit series models, providing options for extended parts-only coverage or a combination of labor and parts coverage. The document also explains the difference between single-stage, two-stage, and variable-capacity cooling systems
Lennox Merit Series R-454B Air Conditioners: These air conditioners offer corrosion protection, a durable and easy-to-install/service cabinet design, and are all-electric compatible with Lennox air handlers.
2025 Compliant Systems: The systems are equipped with a Refrigerant Detection System (RDS) for safe operation and use a 2025 compliant refrigerant with lower global warming potential (GWP).
Efficiency and Features:
Meets or exceeds 13.40 SEER2 efficiency.
Features a single-stage compressor.
ENERGY STAR® Certified.
Removes humidity from the home with a high removal rate.
Sound rating as low as 73 dB.
Qualifies for the 25C Federal Tax Credit.
Quantum™ Coil: Features a proprietary aluminum alloy designed for harsh elements, with rigorous testing.
Warranty Your Way™: For eligible Merit series models, homeowners can choose between a 10-year parts-only coverage or 3 years of labor coverage and 7 years of parts coverage.
Rebates and Offers: Information on rebates can be found at www.lennox.com/buyers-guide/offers-and-savings/rebates.
Availability: Available in the North Region only.
Efficiency Explanations: The document defines SEER2, explains the difference between single-stage, two-stage, and variable-capacity systems, and highlights the benefits of all-electric compatibility.
Lennox Heat Pump
This Lennox Merit Series heat pump document highlights the ML14KP1 model, which is a standard-efficiency, single-stage heat pump that meets or exceeds 14.30 SEER2 and 7.50 HSPF2, and is ENERGY STAR® certified. It is compliant with 2025 refrigerant regulations, using R-454B with a Refrigerant Detection System (RDS). Key features include corrosion protection, a durable cabinet design, and Quantum™ Coil for humidity removal. The document also explains important terms like SEER2, HSPF2, dual-fuel and all-electric compatibility, and the Warranty Your Way™ program. Contact information for Prime Time Energy Services and Lennox is provided.
Merit Series R-454B Heat Pumps: These Lennox heat pumps are designed to be compliant with 2025 refrigerant regulations.
Key Features: They offer corrosion protection, a durable cabinet design, dual-fuel or all-electric compatibility, a Refrigerant Detection System (RDS), and a Quantum™ Coil for humidity removal.
Efficiency: The ML14KP1 model is a standard-efficiency, single-stage heat pump that meets or exceeds 14.30 SEER2 and 7.50 HSPF2, and is ENERGY STAR® Certified.
Sound Rating: Operates as low as 74 dB.
Refrigerant Compliance: These products use 2025 compliant refrigerant with lower global warming potential (GWP).
Compatibility:
Dual-Fuel Compatibility: Pairs an electric heat pump with a gas furnace, alternating for comfort and efficiency.
All-Electric Compatibility: Pairs an electric heat pump with an electric air handler, reducing the need for natural gas.
Efficiency Ratings Explained:
SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio): Determines a heat pump's cooling efficiency; higher is more efficient.
HSPF2 (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor): A heating efficiency rating; higher means less energy use.
Quantum™ Coil: A proprietary aluminum alloy coil designed for durability.
Warranty Your Way™: For eligible Merit series models, homeowners can choose between a 10-year parts-only coverage or 3 years of labor coverage and 7 years of parts coverage.
Heat Pump Operation Types: The document briefly explains single-stage, two-stage, and variable-capacity operation.
