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Merit® Series  ML196E Gas Furnace

Single-stage, 96% fuel-efficient gas furnace with Power Saverâ„¢ constant-torque motor design

Features

Overview

    Here are some of the top features of the ML196E:

    Save money every month—efficiency ratings of 96% AFUE* so you pay for perfectly heated air, not wasted energy

    ENERGY STAR® certified—which means the furnace meets or exceeds U.S. federal guidelines for energy efficiency.

    Upgrade your heat, lower your utility bills—the Power Saverâ„¢ constant-torque motor design uses less energy in both heating and cooling modes, helping you save on utility bills. Flexible airflow based on a home’s ductwork makes this furnace 33% more efficient than older furnaces, while also delivering high gas efficiency with the 96% AFUE.

Energy Efficiency

    • Upgrade your heat, lower your utility bills—the Power Saverâ„¢ constant-torque motor design uses less energy in both heating and cooling modes, helping you save on utility bills. Flexible airflow based on a home’s ductwork makes this furnace 33% more efficient than older furnaces, while also delivering high gas efficiency with the 96% AFUE.
    • ENERGY STAR® certified—which means the furnace meets or exceeds U.S. federal guidelines for energy efficiency.
    • Save money every month—with an energy rating of 96% AFUE, you pay for perfectly heated air, not wasted energy.
    • A smarter system—when this furnace is installed with a compatible Lennox heat pump, it creates a heating system that can switch back and forth between gas and electricity automatically, based on whichever is most cost-efficient for the weather conditions at the time.
    • Sealed blower compartment—permits only 1% air leakage, maximizing comfort.

Home Comfort

    • Stainless steel secondary heat exchanger—allows the furnace to reach high efficiency levels by capturing additional heat.
    • Robust blower assembly—maximizes air movement for perfect temperatures.

Performance

    • Duralok Plusâ„¢ heat exchanger—made of patented ArmorTufâ„¢ steel to ensure high reliability and efficiency.
    • SureLight® igniter—silicone nitride construction ensures long product life and reliable operation.
    • Durable steel cabinet—made to last, with a resilient and attractive textured-paint finish.

Publications

ML196E Gas Furnace Product Brochure

Certifications