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INSTALLATION
PAGE 10
REMOVING APPLIANCE FROM PALLET
1. After removing the packaging from the stove, lift the hop-
per lid, and remove all pre-packaged items that were
shipped in the hopper. Next, open the stove door and
remove all pre-packaged items.
2. Using a socket or open end wrench (7/16" for freestand-
ing units and 3/8" for the insert), remove the pallet bolts
which secure the unit to the pallet (located on each side
of back corners and at the front under ash pan). See fol-
lowing pictures.
Optima 3 INS
Side View of Optima 2 FS & Optima 3 FS
(Removing Back Pallet Bolts)
Note: The pallet bolt at the front of appliance is located un-
der the ash pan (this will require removing the ash pan. See
Ash Pan on pages 28 and 29 for removal instructions). See
following picture (freestanding unit shown).
Front View - Removing Front Pallet Bolt
INSTALLATION CHECK LIST
It is strongly recommended that you have an author-
ized Lennox Hearth Products dealer install your
stove. If you install your stove yourself, you should
review your installation plan with an authorized Len-
nox Hearth Products dealer.
Check list:
Check off each item as you proceed with the installa-
tion process.
Read the ENTIRE stove installation section first
Read the Insert or Freestanding section (which-
ever applies).
Determine the appropriate measurements and
locations for your installation.
Follow the general installation directions under
Stove Installation and the installation section ap-
propriate to your stove.
Be sure to pre-fit all items before you install, fas-
ten, or set up the stove permanently.
Prior to lighting your stove:
Review the Important Warnings section (page 2).
Review Fuel Specifications (page 27).
Review and follow instructions in the Care and
Operation Section (pages 22 to 27).
Plug power cord connector into corresponding
connector on the back of appliance (see illustra-
tions on page 13 showing connector locations).
Note
: Optima 3 INS – Route power cord behind
side surround panel.
After you have begun operation of your stove:
Review the routine cleaning / maintenance informa-
tion.
Enjoy the warmth from your new Lennox Hearth
Products pellet stove!
(Insert Only) It is important to level the appliance. In
some installations such as a recessed firebox floor (if
the existing fireplace floor is lower than the hearth),
install the 2 leveling bolts (1/4-20 x 3” long) into the
threaded holes at the rear base of the Optima 3 INS.
Adjust bolts until appliance is level.
Use a 3/8" nut
driver to remove
the bolts on
both brackets
(located on each
side of the in-
sert back
)
.
Remove 1
bolt on each
side of stove
back
With the ash pan
removed, remove
center bolt.
Stove or Insert Front