Elite® Series EL280 Two-Stage Gas Furnace
Features
Overview
Here are some of the top features of the EL280:
Efficiency rating of 80% AFUE can save you hundreds of dollars each year* compared to older furnaces.
Improved cooling SEER efficiency is achieved by matching the EL280 with a Lennox air conditioner or heat pump.**
Continuous low-speed fan slowly circulates air for improved comfort and improved indoor air quality.
Energy Efficiency
- 80% AFUE heating efficiency—rating can save you hundreds of dollars each year, compared to older furnaces
- Improved cooling efficiency—achieved by matching with a Lennox air conditioner or heat pump, the EL280 will improve the system's SEER**
- Dual-fuel capability—can be combined with an electric heat pump to create a dual-fuel system. This combination minimizes heating costs by seamlessly alternating between the two energy sources, depending on outdoor conditions.
- Sealed blower compartment—minimizes losses and maximizes efficiency and comfort
Quiet Operation
- Special sound-absorbing materials—further reduce sound for even quieter operation
Home Comfort
- Two-stage operation—provides more even temperatures in your home
Continuous low-speed fan slowly circulates air for improved comfort and improved indoor air quality.
Performance
- Duralok™ heat exchanger—made of patented ArmourTuf™ steel. Life-tested in excess of agency requirements for long product life and durability
- SureLight® igniter—silicone nitride construction ensures long product life and reliable operation
- SureLight control board—controls furnace operation to ensure high reliability and efficiency
- Durable steel cabinet—sleekly styled and made to last with a contoured design and high-quality paint finish
Publications
EL280DF Two-Stage Gas Furnace Homeowners ManualEL280 Two-Stage Gas Furnace Product Brochure
Disclaimer
*This chart depicts potential energy savings you can expect from the EL280 furnace, versus older furnaces with lower efficiency ratings. Criteria used in this example are 2,000 full-load heating hours, with a 60,000 Btuh heating design load and $1.368 ccf for gas. Your actual savings may vary, depending on the weather patterns in your local area, local fuel rates and your individual lifestyle.
**Proper sizing and installation of equipment is critical to achieve optimal performance. Verify actual system efficiency at www.ahridirectory.org.
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