EL280 Two-Stage Gas Furnace
Elite® Series

Engineered for maximum comfort, the EL280 furnace has two levels of heating—high heat for extremely cold days and low heat for milder days. An energy rating of 80% AFUE means the EL280 can reduce your heating bills, compared to an older model.
Highlights
- Efficiency rating of 80% AFUE
- Two-stage operation
- Dual-fuel capability
- 20-Year Limited Warranty on heat exchanger, 10-Year Limited Warranty on covered parts
| Price Guide |
Ratings |
Model# |
| $$ |
80
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EL280 |
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 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.
Quiet Operation
Special sound-absorbing materials—further reduce sound for even quieter operation
Home Comfort
Two-stage operation—provides more even temperatures in your homeContinuous low-speed fan slowly circulates air for improved comfort and improved indoor air quality.
Energy Efficiency
80% heating efficiency—rating can save you hundreds of dollars each year, compared to older furnacesImproved cooling efficiency—achieved by matching with a Lennox air conditioner or heat pump, the EL280 will improve the system's ** 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
Reliable Performance
Duralok™ heat exchanger—made of patented ArmourTuf™ steel. Life-tested in excess of agency requirements for long product life and durabilitySureLight® igniter—silicone nitride construction ensures long product life and reliable operationSureLight control board—controls furnace operation to ensure high reliability and efficiencyDurable steel cabinet—sleekly styled and made to last with a contoured design and high-quality paint finish20-year limited warranty on heat exchanger5-year limited warranty on covered components
Certifications
AHRI Certified
Good Housekeeping
CSA Design Certified
DualFuel
Product Brochures and Manuals
Lennox EL280 Gas FurnaceLennox EL280DF Manual
Warranty
20-year limited warranty on heat exchanger
5-year limited warranty on covered components
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.