Merit^® Series  ML196E Gas Furnace

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 Saver™ 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 Saver™ 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 Plus™ heat exchanger—made of patented ArmorTuf™ 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