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BWB400, BWB400I, BWBC400 AND BWBC400I W OOD B URNING F IREPLACES I NST ALLA TION , O PERA TION AND M AINTENANCE M ANUAL O NL Y M ODELS DYS24/18(N,P)(M,V) U NVENTED G AS L OG S ETS WHICH HA VE BEEN FOUND TO COMPL Y WITH THE S T ANDARD F OR U NVENTED R OOM H EA TERS ANSI Z21.1 1.2, ARE TO BE INST ALLED IN THIS FIREPLACE . 075629 HOOD MUST BE INST ALL[...]
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C ONGRA TULA TIONS ! Y ou have chosen the finest wood burning fireplace available. Y our fireplace has been designed for years of heating and viewing enjoyment. Please take time to read this entire manual before installing or operating your fireplace. T ABLE OF C ONTENTS L ISTING AND C ODE A PPROV ALS The instructions contained in this manual provi[...]
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2 3 I MPORT ANT I NFORMA TION 1. Read these instructions entirely before beginning any part of the installation. Save these instructions for any future repairs. 2. Use these instructions as a guide during the installation of the fireplace. 3. Be sure these instructions become the property of and are reviewed by all future users of this fireplace to[...]
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5 4 O PERA TION G UIDELINES As wood is burned in the fireplace, room air entering the fireplace is circulated around the fireplace firebox. This air circulation protects the firebox from overheating. Air circulation through the fireplace must not be blocked or restricted in any manner . Blocking or restricting air circulation through the fireplace [...]
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NOTE: COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED BELOW TOP SPACER. NON-COMBU NOTE: COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED BELOW TOP SPACER. NON-COMBU STIBLE MATERIALS STIBLE MATERIALS SUCH AS BRICK OR TILE MAY BE USED TO TRIM FACE OF THE FIREPLACE BUT SHOULD NOT C SUCH AS BRICK OR TILE MAY BE USED TO TRIM FACE OF[...]
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BWBC400I BWBC400I BWBC400 BWBC400 BWB400I BWB400I BWB400 BWB400 SIDE VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW FRONT VIEW TOP VIEW TOP VIEW 21 1/2" 21 1/2" FRAMING FRAMING DIMENSION DIMENSION OUTSIDE AIR OUTSIDE AIR CONNECTOR CONNECTOR CENTERLINE CENTERLINE 38 1/2" 38 1/2" FRAMING FRAMING DIMENSION DIMENSION [...]
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F IREPLACE L OCA TION CAUTION: Do not install fireplace over carpeting. This fireplace does not weigh more than large pieces of furniture and can normally be located near a load bearing wall without requiring additional foundations or supports. If however , the fireplace is to be trimmed with a heavy stone or brick facing and hearth extension, be s[...]
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Survey the planned location for the fireplace for overhead plumbing or electrical wires, etc., that might complicate the installation or endanger persons installing or cleaning the chimney . Avoid a location where the chimney cap will be near abrupt changes in the roof shape, nearby wall or embankments, under or near trees or above the roof of a si[...]
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MULTIPLE STORY INSTALLATION MULTIPLE STORY INSTALLATION ATTIC SPACE ATTIC SPACE SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH 14 1/2" SQUARE HOLE 14 1/2" SQUARE HOLE IN JOIST (1 3/4" AIR IN JOIST (1 3/4" AIR SPACE CLEARANCE SPACE CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES) TO COMBUSTIBLES) 14 1/2" SQUARE?[...]
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10 F LOOR P ROTECTION If this fireplace is installed on a combustible floor , the floor area 16 inches in front of, and 8 inches either side of the fireplace opening must be protected by an insulating noncombustible hearth extension. This hearth extension may be either minimum 6-inch thick stone or brick as shown by Figure 10, a H1652 Hearth Extens[...]
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The ability of insulating material to retard the transfer of heat may be expressed as either Thermal Conduc- tance (C), Thermal Conductivity (K), or Thermal Resistance (R). The mathematical relationship of these values and the formulas for converting one value to another is as follows: C=K divided by the material thickness (Example C = .43 divided [...]
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12 F IREPLACE C OMPONENTS F IGURE 13 FA2 FAN KIT FA2 FAN KIT S48, S36, S18, AND S12 S48, S36, S18, AND S12 CHIMNEY FLUE SECTIONS CHIMNEY FLUE SECTIONS SE30 30 SE30 30 ˚ ELBOW ELBOW SCS SCS CHIMNEY CHIMNEY SUPPORT SUPPORT SCF36A OR SCF36AI SCF36A OR SCF36AI FIREPLACE FIREPLACE 403 OR 603 DUCT 403 OR 603 DUCT CONNE[...]
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F IREPLACE C OMPONENTS SF36A SF36AI SCF36A SCF36AI GD36PB GD36B SCS SE30 612 1212 SC SF SCL SQ8 SF30 H1652 AK4 AK6 FP4U FP6U 403 603 FA2 JB1 S8 LFSQT SPC H36 R3672 R4884 CF8 VFK S48 S36 S18 S12 MODEL MODEL [...]
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F IREPLACE I NST ALLA TION 14 L OCA TION S ELECTION Unpack and check the fireplace and chimney for damage. If any items have been damaged, report this to your Monessen Hearth Systems dealer . Before beginning the installation, be sure you have the proper parts in sufficient quantity . Refer to the Parts Diagram and List section of this manual for p[...]
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C HIMNEY I NST ALLA TION 15 1. Lay out, cut and frame openings through all ceilings and the roof at the point where the chimney will pass through. Unless the chimney is to be offset, the point where the center line of the chimney will pass through the ceiling and roof can be determined with a plumb line as shown by Figure 15. The fireplace should b[...]
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IMAGINARY IMAGINARY CENTER POINT CENTER POINT ACTUAL ACTUAL CENTER POINT CENTER POINT CENTERLINE CENTERLINE OF CHIMNEY OF CHIMNEY PLUMB BOB PLUMB BOB PLUMB LINE PLUMB LINE "S" SERIES DOUBLE "S" SERIES DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY WALL CHIMNEY 14 1/2" x 14 1/2" 14 1/2" x 14 1/2"?[...]
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C HIMNEY O FFSET I NST ALLA TION 17 30∞ ELBOW 8-PENNY NAILS PER STRAP. AROUND THE ELBOW WITH TO FRAMING MEMBER A MINIMUM OF TWO (2) STRAPS MUST BE NAILED ALL FOUR SUPPORT FLUE PIPE INLET AIR PIPE SURROUNDING STRUCTURE. BE NAILED SECURELY TO THE ON TOP OF THE FIREPLACE SHOULD ELBOWS NOT INSTALLED DIRECTLY THE SUPPORT STRAPS OF ALL F IGURE 18 3. Th[...]
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CONTINUE CHIMNEY TO PROPER CONTINUE CHIMNEY TO PROPER HEIGHT AND INSTALL ROUND HEIGHT AND INSTALL ROUND CHIMNEY CAP OR CHIMNEY CHIMNEY CAP OR CHIMNEY HOUSING. HOUSING. FASTEN SUPPORT STRAPS SECURELY FASTEN SUPPORT STRAPS SECURELY ROOF ROOF FLASHING FLASHING STORM COLLAR STORM COLLAR NOTE: TWO ELBOWS NOTE: TWO ELBOWS MAY BE[...]
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C HIMNEY C AP I NST ALLA TION 19 M ODEL SC C HIMNEY C AP S PECIAL N OTE : The proper height as previously explained is important to assure proper draft and safety . The chimney cap extends the flue outlet four inches above the top of the last section of chimney . This should be kept in mind when determining the proper height for the chimney . The c[...]
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C HIMNEY H EIGHT AND O FFSET C HARTS 20 17 26 1/2 31 3/4 36 41 1/4 47 1/4 50 3/4 57 3/4 62 67 3/4 72 1/2 77 1/2 82 88 92 1/4 98 1/2 102 3/4 107 3/4 113 1/4 118 1/4 122 1/2 128 3/4 133 139 1/4 143 1/2 148 1/2 154 159 163 1/4 169 1/2 173 3/4 180 184 1/4[...]
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C HIMNEY C AP C HASE I NST ALLA TION 21 The preinstalled chimney sections should be no more than 10 inches below the top of the chase. The installation should be planned so that either a two-foot or three-foot chimney section will be used for the top section. This is necessary to ensure complete engagement of the inlet air telescope and chimney cap[...]
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O UTSIDE C OMBUSTION A IR P RECAUTIONS AND R ECOMMENDA TIONS N OTE : The use of outside air for combustion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one side of the fireplace. Use the model AK4 combustion air kit. 22 STEP 1: SECURE OUTSIDE AIR STARTING COLLAR TO LEFT SIDE OF STEP 1: S[...]
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O UTSIDE C OMBUSTION A IR P RECAUTIONS & R ECOMMENDA TIONS 23 O UTSIDE C OMBUSTION A IR R ECOMMENDA TIONS ( CONTINUED ) 1. Extremely long runs and numerous turns in the duct leading from the fireplace to the combustion air assembly should be avoided. These conditions will increase the resistance to the free flow of air through the duct. Refer t[...]
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C OMBUSTION A IR A SSEMBL Y M ODEL AK-4 C OMBUSTION A IR A SSEMBL Y 1. Remove the cover plate from the 4-inch outlet opening location on the left or right outside of the fireplace. DO NOT remove the cover if the outside air will not be connected. 2. Place the insulation ring between the AK-4 starting collar and fireplace wall and place the starting[...]
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25 G AS A PPLIANCE I NST ALLA TION C AUTION : If an unvented gas appliance is installed in the fireplace, the gas appliance must only be operated with the fireplace glass door fully open (if included). Only unvented gas log set which have been found to comply with the standard for unvented room heaters, ANSI/IAS/AGA Z21.1 1.2, are to be installed i[...]
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G AS A PPLIANCE I NST ALLA TION Do not allow the trim materials to extend closer than 3/8 inch to the vertical edges of the firebox opening if you plan to equip the fireplace with glass doors. The face of your fireplace may be left exposed or trimmed. If trim is installed, be sure it is fastened securely to the face of the fireplace. Any crack betw[...]
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27 FINISH WALL FRAMING 1/4" INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPLACE COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MEMBERS FACING MATERIAL MEMBERS FACING MATERIAL TO TOP OF SPACERS. TO TOP OF SPACERS. CAUTION: CAUTION: DO NOT COVER DO NOT COVER OR RESTRICT SIDE VENT OR RESTRICT[...]
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G LASS D OOR I NST ALLA TION AND F AN A CCESSOR Y F AN A CCESSOR Y The model BWBC400 and BWBC400I Fireplaces may be equipped with a Model F A2 fan accessory . If the fireplace is to be equipped with the F A2 fan at anytime, the JB1 junction box assembly must be installed on the fireplace as shown by Figures 32 and 33 during the installation of the [...]
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F IREPLACE O PERA TION W ARNING : If a decorative gas appliance is used in the fireplace the fireplace damper must be fixed in an open position. (See additional operation information in section titled “Operation Guidelines”.) A DV ANT AGES OF A W OOD B URNING F IREPLACE These are the practical, ecological advantages of wood as a fuel. Also to b[...]
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F IREPLACE O PERA TION A F EW W ORDS OF C AUTION Beware of burning certain material in your fireplace. Among these are plastics, poison ivy twigs and stems, and chemically treated woods such as discarded poles and railroad ties. These not only create air pollution, but can induce extreme irritation for some individuals. Use hemlock, spruce, juniper[...]
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M AINTENANCE AND S AFETY F UEL S T ORAGE W ood can be dried suf ficiently for burning within a few weeks if protected form rain in a low humidity area. It is far better to cut wood and allow it to dry for a year . In all cases, the wood should be stacked so that both ends of the sticks are exposed to the air and protected from rain. The drier the w[...]
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F IREPLACE M AINTENANCE At the end of each heating season or when the fireplace will not be in use for an extended time, the ashes should be removed and the hearth area should be swept as clean as is practical. The slow absorption of moisture into the ashes over a long period of time could cause a condition which would be corrosive to the metal fir[...]
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20. Do build fires of moderate intensity in the fireplace for the first three fires to allow materials to adjust and cure before being subjected to the intense heat of a large fire. DONT’S 1. Don’t allow other installations or operation considerations to take priority over safety considerations. 2. Don’t attempt to use the fireplace until the[...]
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34 P ARTS D IAGRAM AND L IST All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer . T o ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number , and Quantity of parts needed. PART NUMBER 076418 031867 070940 03187[...]
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35 P ARTS D IAGRAM AND L IST All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer . T o ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number , and Quantity of parts needed. 1 2 6 5 4 9 8 7 3 PART NAME PART NAME UPPER G[...]
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36 L IMITED W ARRANTY FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACE AND COMPONENTS ( EXCEPT BLOWERS ) W HAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG •F IVE -Y EAR C OVERAGE - For five years from the date this fireplace and components are first purchased for use, Monessen Hearth Systems will, at its option, repair or replace any defective part of this fireplace or components, or re[...]
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37 Y OUR D UTIES This fireplace must be installed by a qualified installer according to your local building codes and installation instructions and operated according to the owner’s instructions. You must keep an invoice, canceled check or payment record to verify the purchase date of the fireplace. I F Y OU H AVE A PROBLEM W ITH Y OUR F IREPLACE[...]
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38 N OTES This page intentionally left blank. 53D9031. Rev 1 03/03[...]
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N OTES 39 This page intentionally left blank. 53D9031. Rev 1 03/03[...]
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A TTENTION A PPLIANCE I NST ALLER P LEASE RETURN THESE O PERA TING AND I NST ALLA TION I NSTRUCTIONS TO THE C ONSUMER . 53D9031. Rev 1 03/03[...]
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BWB500, BWB500I, BWBC500 AND BWBC500I R ESIDENTIAL F IREPLACES I NST ALLA TION , O PERA TION AND M AINTENANCE M ANUAL O NL Y U NVENTED G AS L OG S ETS WHICH HA VE BEEN FOUND TO COMPL Y WITH THE S T ANDARD F OR U NVENTED R OOM H EA TERS ANSI Z21.1 1.2 ARE TO BE INST ALLED IN THESE FIREPLACES . W HEN AN APPROVED ANSI Z21.1 1.2 UNVENTED ROOM HEA TER I[...]
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2 L ISTING AND C ODE A PPROV ALS The instructions contained in this manual provide the information necessary to install this fireplace in accordance with Underwriter ’s Laboratories requirements and in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association Standard No. 21 1. Some codes may require the fireplace and chimney be electrically groun[...]
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3 1. Read these instructions entirely before beginning any part of the installation. Save these instructions for any future repairs. 2. Use these instructions as a guide during the installation of the fireplace. 3. Be sure these instructions become the property of and are reviewed by all future users of this fireplace to encourage proper operation [...]
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4 5 O PERA TION G UIDELINES As wood is burned in the fireplace, room air enters the lower louvered panel of models BWBC500 and BWBC500I, or the bottom/side vents on models BWB500 and BWB500I circulates around the firebox. This air circulation cools the firebox and must not be blocked or restricted in any manner . Blocking the air flow can cause a f[...]
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5 NOTE: COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED BELOW TOP SPACER. NON-COMBU NOTE: COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED BELOW TOP SPACER. NON-COMBU STIBLE MATERIALS SUCH AS BRICK OR TILE MAY BE USED TO TRIM FACE OF THE FIREPLACE BUT SHOULD NOT C SUCH AS BRICK OR TILE MAY BE USED TO TRIM FACE OF THE FIREPLACE BUT[...]
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6 BWBC500I BWBC500I BWBC500 BWBC500 BWB500I BWB500I BWB500 BWB500 SIDE VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW FRONT VIEW TOP VIEW TOP VIEW 21 1/2" 21 1/2" FRAMING FRAMING DIMENSION DIMENSION OUTSIDE AIR OUTSIDE AIR CONNECTOR CONNECTOR CENTERLINE CENTERLINE 44 1/2" 44 1/2" FRAMING FRAMING DIMENSION DIMENSIO[...]
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7 F IREPLACE L OCA TION CAUTION: Do not install fireplace over carpeting. This fireplace does not weigh more than large pieces of furniture and can normally be located near a load bearing wall without requiring additional foundations or supports. If however , the fireplace is to be trimmed with a heavy stone or brick facing and hearth extension, be[...]
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8 Survey the planned location for the fireplace for overhead plumbing or electrical wires, etc., that might complicate the installation or endanger persons installing or cleaning the chimney . Avoid a location where the chimney cap will be near abrupt changes in the roof shape, nearby wall or embankments, under or near trees or above the roof of a [...]
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9 MULTIPLE STORY INSTALLATION MULTIPLE STORY INSTALLATION ATTIC SPACE ATTIC SPACE SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH 14 1/2" SQUARE HOLE 14 1/2" SQUARE HOLE IN JOIST (1 3/4" AIR IN JOIST (1 3/4" AIR SPACE CLEARANCE SPACE CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES) TO COMBUSTIBLES) 14 1/2" SQUAR[...]
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10 F LOOR P ROTECTION If this fireplace is installed on a combustible floor , the floor area 20 inches in front of, and 12 inches either side of the fireplace opening must be protected by an insulating noncombustible hearth extension. This hearth extension may be either minimum 6-inch thick stone or brick as shown by Figure 10, an H2066 Hearth Exte[...]
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11 43 3/4" 20" 21 13/16" 44" SAFETY STRIP 9 1/2" 7 1/8" 3" X 36" ( MIN. ) 21 3/8" FLOOR LEVEL 5" 9 5/8" (MIN.) 66" (MIN.) GAS OPENING JUNCTION BOX OPENING HEARTH EXTENSION F LOOR P ROTECTION With either type hearth extension minor shifting of the supporting floor or expansion and contracti[...]
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12 SF FI RESTOP SPACER H2066 HEARTH EXTENSION KIT AK4 COMBUSTION AIR ASSEMBLY 612-1212 FLASHING 403 DUCT CONNECTOR SE30 30∞ ELBOW FP-4-U UNINSULATED FLEX PIPE SC ROUND CHIMNEY CAP FA2 FAN ASSEMBLY SF42A/SF42AI GD42B OR GD42PB GLASS DOOR KIT SCF42A/SCF42AI SCS CHIMNEY SUPPORT CF8 CHIMNEY CAP Must use with VFK S36 S48 S18 S12 F IREPLACE C OMPONENTS[...]
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13 F IREPLACE C OMPONENTS SF42A SF42A SF42AI SF42AI SCF42A SCF42A SCF42AI SCF42AI S48 S48 S36 S36 S18 S18 S12 S12 SE30 SE30 SCS SCS SC SC SCL SCL SQL8 SQL8 612 612 1212 1212 SF SF SF-30 SF-30 FP-4-U FP-4-U 403 403 AK4 AK4 GD42[...]
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14 F IREPLACE I NST ALLA TION L OCA TION S ELECTION Unpack and check the fireplace and chimney for damage. If any items have been damaged, report this to your dealer . Before beginning the installation, be sure you have the proper parts in sufficient quantity . Refer to the Parts Diagram and List section of this manual for proper identification of [...]
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15 C HIMNEY I NST ALLA TION 1. Lay out, cut and frame openings through all ceilings and the roof at the point where the chimney will pass through. Unless the chimney is to be offset, the point where the center line of the chimney will pass through the ceiling and roof can be determined with a plumb line as shown by Figure 15. The fireplace should b[...]
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16 IMAGINARY IMAGINARY CENTER POINT CENTER POINT ACTUAL ACTUAL CENTER POINT CENTER POINT CENTERLINE CENTERLINE OF CHIMNEY OF CHIMNEY PLUMB BOB PLUMB BOB PLUMB LINE PLUMB LINE "S" SERIES DOUBLE "S" SERIES DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY WALL CHIMNEY 14 1/2" x 14 1/2" 14 1/2" x 14 1/2"[...]
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17 C HIMNEY O FFSET I NST ALLA TION E LBOW I NST ALLA TION The following are important points that should be observed when installing elbows on the fireplace: 1. The support straps of all elbows not installed directly on top of the fireplace should be nailed securely to the surrounding structure. This allows the support strap to carry the weight of[...]
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18 CONTINUE CHIMNEY TO PROPER CONTINUE CHIMNEY TO PROPER HEIGHT AND INSTALL ROUND HEIGHT AND INSTALL ROUND CHIMNEY CAP OR CHIMNEY CHIMNEY CAP OR CHIMNEY HOUSING. HOUSING. FASTEN SUPPORT STRAPS SECURELY FASTEN SUPPORT STRAPS SECURELY ROOF ROOF FLASHING FLASHING STORM COLLAR STORM COLLAR NOTE: TWO ELBOWS NOTE: TWO ELBOWS MAY[...]
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19 C HIMNEY C AP I NST ALLA TION M ODEL SC C HIMNEY C AP S PECIAL N OTE : The proper height as previously explained is important to assure proper draft and safety . The chimney cap extends the flue outlet four inches above the top of the last section of chimney . This should be kept in mind when determining the proper height for the chimney . The c[...]
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20 1 0 1 1 0 2 1 0 2 1 0 2 1 3 2 1 3 2 1 3 2 4 3 2 4 3 2 4 3 5 4 3 5 4 3 5 4 6 5 4 6 5 4 6 5 7 6 5 7 6 5 7 6 8 36" 1 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 1 2 0 1 3 0 2 3 1 2 0 1 3 0 2 3 1 2 0 1 3 0 2 3 1 2 0 1 3 0 2 3 1 2 0 1 3 0 2 3 1 2 0 1 3 0 2 3 1 2 0 18" 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1[...]
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21 C HIMNEY C AP C HASE I NST ALLA TION The preinstalled chimney sections should be no more than 10 inches below the top of the chase. The installation should be planned so that either an 18-inch or 36-inch chimney section will be used for the top section. This is necessary to ensure complete engagement of the inlet air telescope and chimney cap in[...]
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22 O UTSIDE C OMBUSTION A IR P RECAUTIONS & R ECOMMENDA TIONS N OTE : The use of outside air for combustion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one side of the fireplace. Use the model AK4 combustion air kit. STEP 1: SECURE OUTSIDE AIR STARTING COLLAR TO LEFT SIDE OF STEP 1:[...]
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23 O UTSIDE C OMBUSTION A IR P RECAUTIONS & R ECOMMENDA TIONS O UTSIDE C OMBUSTION A IR R ECOMMENDA TIONS ( CONTINUED ) 1. Extremely long runs and numerous turns in the duct leading from the fireplace to the combustion air assembly should be avoided. These conditions will increase the resistance to the free flow of air through the duct. Refer t[...]
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24 C OMBUSTION A IR A SSEMBL Y M ODEL AK4 C OMBUSTION A IR A SSEMBL Y 1. Remove the cover plate from the 4-inch outlet opening location on the left or right outside of the fireplace. DO NOT remove the cover if the outside air will not be connected. 2. Place the insulation ring between the AK4 starting collar and fireplace wall and place the startin[...]
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25 G AS A PPLIANCE I NST ALLA TION W ARNING : Improper installation or operation of a gas appliance in this fireplace can allow unburned gas to leak out which will cause a fire or explosion hazard, or the release of poisonous carbon monoxide into the dwelling which can cause serious injury or death to its inhabitants. T o reduce these risks to a mi[...]
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26 G AS A PPLIANCE I NST ALLA TION 8. Be sure the gas is turned off at the appliance, then turn the gas on at the cut of f valve and test the gas line connections for leaks with soapy water solution or a liquid leak detector . DO NOT USE A MA TCH OR OTHER FLAME SOURCE T O CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS. If a gas leak is detected, turn the gas off immediately [...]
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27 FINISHED WALL FINISHED WALL FRAMING FRAMING 1/4" INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPL INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPL ACE COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MEMBERS FACING MATERIAL TO TOP OF SPACERS. CAUTION: DO NOT COVER OR RESTRICT SIDE VENT ARE[...]
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28 G LASS D OOR I NST ALLA TION AND F AN A CCESSOR Y F AN A SSEMBL Y The model BWBC500 and BWBC500I Fireplaces may be equipped with a accessory fan Model F A2. If the fireplace is to be equipped with this accessory at anytime, the JB1 junction box assembly must be installed on the fireplace as shown by Figures 32 and 33 during the installation of t[...]
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29 F IREPLACE O PERA TION W ARNING : If a decorative gas appliance is used in the fireplace the fireplace damper must be fixed in an open position. (See additional operation information in section titled “Operation Guidelines”.) A DV ANT AGES OF A W OOD B URNING F IREPLACE These are the practical, ecological advantages of wood as a fuel. Also t[...]
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30 F IREPLACE O PERA TION A F EW W ORDS OF C AUTION Beware of burning certain material in your fireplace. Among these are plastics, poison ivy twigs and stems, and chemically treated woods such as discarded poles and railroad ties. These not only create air pollution, but can induce extreme irritation for some individuals. Use hemlock, spruce, juni[...]
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31 M AINTENANCE AND S AFETY F UEL S T ORAGE W ood can be dried suf ficiently for burning within a few weeks if protected form rain in a low humidity area. It is far better to cut wood and allow it to dry for a year . In all cases, the wood should be stacked so that both ends of the sticks are exposed to the air and protected from rain. The drier th[...]
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32 F IREPLACE M AINTENANCE At the end of each heating season or when the fireplace will not be in use for an extended time, the ashes should be removed and the hearth area should be swept as clean as is practical. The slow absorption of moisture into the ashes over a long period of time could cause a condition which would be corrosive to the metal [...]
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33 20. Do build fires of moderate intensity in the fireplace for the first three fires to allow materials to adjust and cure before being subjected to the intense heat of a large fire. DONT’S 1. Don’t allow other installations or operation considerations to take priority over safety considerations. 2. Don’t attempt to use the fireplace until [...]
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34 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 R EP AIR P ART D IAGRAMS AND L ISTS All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer . T o ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number , and Quantity of parts needed. PART NUMBER 077072 031867[...]
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35 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 R EP AIR P ART D IAGRAMS AND L ISTS All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer . T o ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number , and Quantity of parts needed. PART NAME UPPER GRILLE PN[...]
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36 L IMITED W ARRANTY FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACE AND COMPONENTS ( EXCEPT BLOWERS ) W HAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG •F IVE -Y EAR C OVERAGE - For five years from the date this fireplace and components are first purchased for use, Monessen Hearth Systems will, at its option, repair or replace any defective part of this fireplace or components, or re[...]
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37 Y OUR D UTIES This fireplace must be installed by a qualified installer according to your local building codes and installation instructions and operated according to the owner’s instructions. You must keep an invoice, canceled check or payment record to verify the purchase date of the fireplace. I F Y OU H AVE A PROBLEM W ITH Y OUR F IREPLACE[...]
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38 T HIS P AGE INTENTIONALL Y LEFT BLANK . 53D9032. Rev 1 03/03[...]
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39 T HIS P AGE INTENTIONALL Y LEFT BLANK . 53D9032. Rev 1 03/03[...]
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53D9032. R EV 1 03/03 A TTENTION A PPLIANCE I NST ALLER P LEASE R ETURN T HIS O PERA TING AND I NST ALLA TION I NSTRUCTIONS T O T HE C ONSUMER .[...]