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Combustible Floor Systems

Non-Combustible Floor Systems

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Model

Catalog No.

MM39

F0724

MM44

F0725

MM49

F0726

Summary of Contents for MM33

Page 1: ...ented gas logs This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLIANCE WARNING Improperinstallation adjustment alteration serviceormaintenancecancauseinjuryorproperty damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLER Leave t...

Page 2: ...fireplace system Proper installation is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace Consult the local building codes as to the particular requirements concerned with the installation of all factory built fireplaces WARNING Do not install a fireplace or other prod ucts not specified for use with this fireplace This fireplace is not intended to be used as a sub...

Page 3: ... causing property damage injury or loss of life if you do not follow the information in this manual NOTE THIS MANUAL MUST BE REPRODUCED ONLY IN ITS ENTIRETY Before Beginning the Installation Read these instructions carefully before beginning the installation of this fireplace Also if installing an ANSI Z21 60 or Z21 84 Decorative Gas Log read the gas log appliance manufacturer s literature regardi...

Page 4: ... from the Dome Top must be maintained Note If your installation is on combustible floor the total fireplace height will increase due to the addition of the required metal platform B B A A SECTION B B SECTION A A Ø4 OUTSIDE AIR ACCESS CAN BE INSTALLED ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE UNIT 221 2 572mm 18 1 2 470mm 41 2 115mm 53 3 4 1366mm MIN 30 762mm 3 77mm 24 610mm Ø121 4 312mm 7 3 4 197mm 16 407mm 37 940m...

Page 5: ...NS ARE IN INCHES ALL DIMENSIONS ARE MINIMUM MORTAR THICKNESS MAY ADD A TOTAL OF UP TO 1 INCH TO THE OVERALL HEIGHT Important 2 inch minimum clearance to combustibles from the Dome Top must be maintained Note If your installation is on combustible floor the total fireplace height will increase due to the addition of the required metal platform Fireplace Overall Dimensions Model A B C D E F MM39 43 ...

Page 6: ...46 1169mm 301 4 769mm 73 4 197mm 73 4 197mm 35 889mm 15 381mm 2 X 12 Figure 3 MM63 Fireplace Overall Dimensions ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES ALL DIMENSIONS ARE MINIMUM MORTAR THICKNESS MAY ADD A TOTAL OF UP TO 1 INCH TO THE OVERALL HEIGHT Important 2 inch minimum clearance to combustibles from the Dome Top must be maintained Note If your installation is on combustible floor the total fireplace hei...

Page 7: ...ons generally fall into the following categories Spacing and clearance as it relates to combustible materials Familiarity of installation for all components The strength of the floor on which it rests Chimney system measurements Choice of materials and craftsmanship in fireplace and hearth finishing Note that each of these topics will be covered in detail and that the installer is expected to unde...

Page 8: ...e a minimum of 1 Ember protector should be made of galvanized sheet metal 26 gauge minimum to prevent corrosion 6 Using screws or nails secure fireplace to framing through flanges located on sides of fireplace SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location for the fireplace you must take into consideration the following guidelines 1 The location must allow for proper cleara...

Page 9: ...r failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury Figure 7 Framing Dimensions for Non Combustible Floor Systems Condition Dim H with 6 platform 10 254 mm with 8 platform 12 305 mm without platform 3 77 mm Figure 6 Framing Dimensions for Combustible Floor Systems PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued 18 458mm MIN 8 204mm MIN H MA...

Page 10: ...lace or sold by IHP A Model A MM33 70 1791 mm MM39 82 2096 mm MM44 84 2140 mm MM49 86 2185 mm MM63 91 2312 mm Figure 8 Corner Installation for Combustible Floor Systems Figure 9 Top View for Combustible Floor Systems PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued 8 204mm MIN 1 0 0 3048m MIN 8 204mm MIN 1 0 0 3048m MIN 1 8 0 51m MIN 2 51mm MIN FROM REAR AND SIDES TO COMBUSTIBLES HEARTHEXTENSION NON COMBUST...

Page 11: ...INTAIN 2 51 mm CLEARANCE TO WOOD FRAMING 2 51mm AIRSPACE CLEARANCETO COMBUSTIBLES ONREARAND SIDESOFUNIT 2 51mm AIRSPACE CLEARANCETO COMBUSTIBLES ONREARAND SIDESOFUNIT 1 2 13mm CEMENTBOARD 1 2 13mm CEMENT BOARD METAL PLATFORM FLOORJOIST BRACE METAL PLATFORM Figure 11 Combustible Floor Figure 10 Non Combustible Floor Model W1 H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 MM33 41 1042 mm 32 826 mm 56 1429 mm 7 178 mm 39 1004 mm 63...

Page 12: ...All hearth extensions must be made of code rated non combustible materials such as tile brick marble concrete or stone The extension should be set flush against the front of the fireplace front and measure 20 minimum at the front and 12 minimum beyond the sides of the fireplace opening as shown in Figures 8 and 9 page 10 These relative dimensions are also covered by code If a raised hearth extensi...

Page 13: ...ir Kit Venting Secure to Collars with Metal Tape Screws or Straps Min of 1 4 x 20 in size Air Inlet Location Must Allow For Bushes or Snow Vent Hood Required for Wall Installation Vented Crawl Space Check Local Codes Before Installing in a Vented Crawl Space OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT MODEL MM4AK The Grand Meridian Fireplace needs enough replacement air to function properly and some local building c...

Page 14: ...round the circumference of the pipe See accessories page 37 for Kit F2659 The IHP chimney system consists of 12 18 24 36 and 48 snap lock double wall pipe segments planned for maximum adaptability to individual site requirements Actual lengths gained after fitting overlaps must be taken into consideration lineal gain and are given in the lineal gain chart see Figure 14 Lineal Gain is the actual me...

Page 15: ...himney together exception see Figure 15 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued OFFSET RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH A B 12 18 24 36 48 4 3 8 16 3 8 ELBOW SET ONLY 9 3 4 25 1 2 1 12 3 4 30 3 4 1 15 34 3 4 1 18 40 1 1 21 1 4 46 1 4 1 23 3 4 49 1 4 1 1 27 3 4 56 3 4 1 30 60 3 4 1 1 33 66 1 36 71 1 1 38 1 4 75 2 41 1 4 80 1 4 1 1 1 45 86 3 4 2 46 3 4 89 1 2 1 1 1 51 97 1 1 53 1 4 101 2 56 1 4 106 1 4 2 59 1 4 111 1 2 1...

Page 16: ...taples Min of 8 Firestop Spacer Existing Ceiling Frame PENETRATING ROOF To maintain a 2 clearance to the pipe on a roof with a pitch a rect angular opening must be cut 1 Determine center point through which pipe will penetrate roof 2 Determine center point of roof Pitch is distance the roof drops over a given span usually 12 A 6 12 pitch means that roof drops 6 for each 12 measured horizontally do...

Page 17: ...nd slide down until it is snug against the open edge of the flashing see Figure 22 Apply waterproof caulk around the perimeter of the collar to provide a proper seal Figure 22 Storm Collar Chimney Pipe Waterproof Caulk Storm Collar Flashing TERMINATIONS SPARK ARRESTOR The fireplace system must be terminated with the listed round top or chase terminations In any case refer to the installation instr...

Page 18: ...ined by IHP See Acces sories on page 36 24 610 mm Min 24 610 mm Min 18 458 mm Min Typ 10 3 048 m 2 0 6096 m Min 2 0 6096 m Min 3 0 9144 m Min 3 0 9144 m Min 10 3 048 m Figure 24 Multiple Chase Installation Level of Flue Gas Outlet Figure 25 10 Foot Rule OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION You may elect to add a vented decorative gas appliance gas log to your Grand Meridian Fireplace If so follow the in...

Page 19: ...floor joists are parallel with the sides of the firebox the addition of floor joists to align with the anchor brackets allows the brackets to be directly connected to the floor joists NOTE Additional floor joists may be required to support the weight of the firebox and chimney Where the floor joists run parallel to the front of the firebox anchorage can be accomplished in like manner as shown in F...

Page 20: ...replace finished facing surround This information needs to be obtained from the contractor 2 Weight of metal flue or Masonry Chimney System See chimney manufacturer s weight specifications Some chimney systems can weigh up to 50 lbs per lineal foot 1 For wood structural members having a moisture content of less than 16 per cent at time of installation and used under dry conditions the deflection r...

Page 21: ... take up any slack in the threads Hearth Ember Shields Metal safety stripping is required between the front of the Fireplace Hearth and Hearth Extension not supplied A 26 gauge galvanized 4 wide metal strip can be used The length needs to extend 2 inches beyond each side of the fireplace opening If two strips are used make sure they overlap at least two inches in the middle The strip is placed abo...

Page 22: ...MMB49 The Metal Base ensures the minimum 6 clearance above combustible flooring is maintained 67 1702 mm 28 712 mm Anchor Bracket All Thread Rods are secured to the bottom flange of the Metal Base with eight 8 flat washers 2 OD x 9 16 ID x 0 10 and eight 8 1 2 13 UNC Nuts Place Cement Board on top of platform Place 1 thick Fiberglass Blanket under Platform Four 4 All Thread Rods are secured to the...

Page 23: ...3 8 Rebar x 12 Long 1 50 lb bucket Mortar 20 Small Wood Shims MM63 10 3 8 Rebar x 36 Long 10 3 8 Rebar x 12 Long 2 50 lb bucket Mortar 20 Small Wood Shims FIELD ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Mixing the mortar The mortar comes pre mixed and should be dry Be sure to use clean water and work it up into a mixture that is pasty but not lumpy If it s too thin and the surfaces don t stay moist the components will ...

Page 24: ...rtar to unite the remaining slab Check for surface flatness level if necessary 1 2 away from edges 1 2 mortar bead typical Hearth section shown prepared for Right Side position Hearth section shown prepared for Left Side position Apply mortar bead to all mating surfaces Figure 35 Preparing Hearth Base Figure 36 Prepared Hearth Base 5 Apply mortar to the remaining Hearth except this time apply bead...

Page 25: ... amount of mortar Note Although you are cautioned to use mortar sparingly because it does have such holding power you should look over the firebox assembly at the end and fill in any gaps especially joint connections with the mortar Important Adjustments can only be made while the mortar is still wet when correcting for squareness and leveling 10 Assemble Lower Dome Sides as shown in Figure 40 The...

Page 26: ... with Ready Mix Concrete mix Figure 41 Assembling Upper Dome for MM33 only Add rebar to cells and fill with mortar Lower Rear Dome Lintel Lintel Front T Bar Figure 43 Attaching Downdraft Diverter and Side walls MFP 39 44 49 Figure 44 Attaching Lintel and T Bar MFP 39 44 49 Downdraft Diverter Smoke Shelf 16 Set the Lintel T Bar Lintel Front and Lower Rear Dome as shown in Figure 44 Check that all i...

Page 27: ... the holes on the hearth slabs b Non combustible Floor Installations Draw an outline footprint 67 x 28 for the MFP 63 footprint and mark the centers for the rebar locations using the hearth slabs as templates Drill holes for rebar 4 inches into the concrete slab and secure the 10 pieces of 12 long rebar with epoxy 28 712mm 67 1702mm Figure 48 Positioning Hearth Base for MM63 Center Hearth 2nd Left...

Page 28: ...all diagrams in this manual show the combustion air inlet hole on the right side 7 Prepare side wall mating surfaces with the prepared mortar as shown in Figure 51 8 Keep the assembly of the next sections of the firebox side walls moving up Figure 52 keeping components moist mixing mortar as you need it and threading the mortar appropriately as you stack each section one onto the next Constantly c...

Page 29: ...ase plate Once leveled fill any resulting gaps with mortar Important Adjustments can only be made while the mortar is still wet when correcting for squareness and leveling MFP63 6 Lintel MFP63 7 Dome Side Rating Plate Fill all cells with mortar mix MFP63 5 Lower Rear Dome Figure 55 Attaching Lower Rear Dome and Lintel MM63 Figure 56 Attaching Dome Sides MM63 9 Rear walls are staggered on every row...

Page 30: ...t step 17 Assemble Upper Domes MFP63 11 and Dome Sides MFP63 7 as shown in Figure 58 Check your assembly here If things are proceeding as they should be the finished top surface should be flat and level 12 1 2 318mm 10 254mm Masonry Chimney sections All thread through Dome Top 18 Finally set the Dome Top MFP63 9 into position Be sure that it is flush in every direction as you place it on the crest...

Page 31: ... cement in a bead on top of smoke dome approximately 1 around periphery of chimney hole Install damper assembly on top of unit pressing damper and insulation blanket into cement Figure 62 Secure with four 3 16 X 1 masonry screws 3 Place chimney adapter onto top of damper plate and center in opening using gasket supplied with adapter 4 Attach adapter with screws supplied by carefully drilling holes...

Page 32: ...Important Allow at least 1 4 inch clearance around firebrick hearth to allow for heat expansion otherwise your firebrick may crack see Figure 64 The pattern for the firebrick lining is exclusively your choice Before you install the lining remember to consider any holes your contractor may need to drill for gas electrical or combustion air kit access holes Please use a certified mason to lay in the...

Page 33: ...Clean glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water Do not use any abrasive material to clean glass Do not clean glass with any cool water if glass is still hot from the fire and smoke OWNER S OPERATION PRECAUTIONS WARNING Do not attempt to operate your fireplace without a fire safety screen installed CAUTION The manufacturer cautions against usingchemicalchimneycleaners Neverusecharco...

Page 34: ... fashioned elbow grease is enough to remove the extraneous matter from the inside of the firebox and chimney Never use any chemical cleaners as their residue could introduce a fire hazard after the task is completed Outside Inspection During your once a month inspection of the firebox and chimney make it a point to also check the outside of the chimney the metal flashing and weather seals that sur...

Page 35: ...tructural Metal Base Kit for 33 Grand Meridian F0745 MMB39 6 Structural Metal Base Kit for 39 Grand Meridian F0746 MMB44 6 Structural Metal Base Kit for 44 Grand Meridian F0747 MMB49 6 Structural Metal Base Kit for 49 Grand Meridian F0748 MMB63 8 Structural Metal Base Kit for 63 Grand Meridian MORTAR 50 LB BUCKET Not Shown F0743 MM525 50 lbs Bucket Dry Mortar DAMPER ANCHOR PLATE KIT For use with I...

Page 36: ... starter F0778 MCSBL814 Masonry Chimney 14 Diameter Brick Ledge F0779 MCSOS814 Masonry Chimney 14 Diameter Offset Elbow Sec tion F0780 MC14AP Anchor Plate Damper for Masonry Chimney DOUBLE WALL PIPE F0932 12 12DM 12 Section Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0933 18 12DM 18 Section Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0934 24 12DM 24 Section Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0935 36 12DM 36 Section Double Wall Pipe Sna...

Page 37: ...k Insulation and combustibles must not touch pipe Consult manual for clearance requirements Ensure proper connection WARNING HOT Fire Risk Insulation and combustibles must not touch pipe Consult manual for clearance requirements Ensure proper connection WARNING HOT Fire Risk Insulation and combustibles must not touch pipe Consult manual for clearance requirements Ensure proper connection 900599 01...

Page 38: ...r and framing anchoring illustrations Combustible Floor Systems Non Combustible Floor Systems PARTS 20 DETAIL A 21 22 18 3 1 11 12 10 3A 8 13 9 4 6 7 19 6B 5 6A 2 14 3 14 17 1 6A 4 6B 7 12 13 16 19 9 8 5 10 6 3A 11 2 15 A Model Catalog No MM39 F0724 MM44 F0725 MM49 F0726 ...

Page 39: ...ES 8 ITEMS INDICATED AS NOT SUPPLIED CAN BE OBTAINED FROM YOUR LOCAL HARDWARE STORE PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual ITEM P N DESCRIPTION QTY 9 MFP39 9 MFP44 9 MFP49 9 DOME TOP Ø12 DOME TOP Ø12 DOME TOP Ø14 1 10 MFP39 10 MFP44 10 MFP49 10 DOME FRONT REAR MIDDLE 2 11 1...

Page 40: ...stible floor and framing anchoring illustrations Combustible Floor Systems Non Combustible Floor Systems PARTS 3 7 14 2 13 8 4 9 5 6 15 21 16 12 1 10 11 1 11 19 25 5 14 15 13 17 10 18 20 12 9 17 2 21 16 3 4 6 7 8 A 24 22 DETAIL A 23 Model Catalog No MM33 F0723 ...

Page 41: ...DE LOWER 2 11 MFP49 8 DOME SIDE UPPER 2 12 MFP33 9 DOME TOP 1 13 MFP33 10 DOME FRONT REAR 2 14 125086 01 RATING PLATE 1 15 MM12AP Ø12 DAMPER ANCHOR PLATE 1 16 125179 01 INSULATION BLANKET 1 17 MM4AK Ø4 OUTSIDE AIR KIT 1 18 MMB33 METAL BASE 6 INCH HIGH 1 19 NOT SUPPLIED CEMENT BOARD 1 20 MFPSB ASSY FLOOR JOIST BRACE 4 21 REBAR 3 REBAR Ø3 8 x 36 10 22 MFP364 ALL THREAD 1 2 13 x 12 4 23 NOT SUPPLIED ...

Page 42: ...ombustible Floor Systems PARTS Model Catalog No MM63 F0727 22 23 21 9 3 11 4 10 20 13 7 3A 2 15 1 1A 6 5 2 15 8 14 11 9 8 13 1 20 4 14 3 3A 10 18 2 19 16 1A 17 15 6 5 12 7 2 A DETAIL A See Page 19 thru 22 for combustible floor and framing anchoring illustrations ...

Page 43: ...2 DAMPER ANCHOR PLATE 1 14 125179 01 INSULATION BLANKET 1 15 MM4AK 4 INCH DIA OUTSIDE AIR KIT 1 16 MMB63 STEEL SUPPORT PLATFORM 8 HIGH 1 17 NOT SUPPLIED CEMENT BOARD 1 18 125178 05 INSULATION BLANKET 1 19 MFPSB ASSEMBLY FLOOR JOIST BRACE 4 20 REBAR 3 REBAR Ø 3 8 x LENGTHS VARY 21 MFP364 ALL THREAD BAR 1 2 13 UNC x 12 4 22 NOT SUPPLIED NUT 1 2 13 UNC 8 23 NOT SUPPLIED WASHER Ø 1 2 x 1 16 8 ITEMS IN...

Page 44: ...k reinforced concrete slab The concrete strength and durability shall comply with Sections 1903 1904 and 1905 of the International Building Code IBC TABLE R402 2 MINIMUM SPECIFIED COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH OF CONCRETE MINIMUM SPECIFIED COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH a f c Weathering Potential b TYPE OR LOCATION OF CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION Negligible Moderate Severe Basement walls foundations and other concrete not ...

Page 45: ...vely b Lines defining areas are approximate only Local conditions may be more or less severe than indicated by region classification A severe classification is where weather conditions result in significant snowfall combined with extended periods during which there is little or no natural thawing causing deicing salts to be used extensively SEVERE MODERATE NEGLIGIBLE ...

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Page 47: ...or propane gas Fuel products with abnormal burning characteristics including but not limited to fuel such as driftwood coal or plywood and wood products using a binder may burn at excessive temperatures and may cause damage to the Product or may cause it to function improperly c damages caused by failing to provide proper maintenance and service in accordance with the instructions provided with th...

Page 48: ...01 Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A 2014 Innovative Hearth Products LLC P N 125160 01 Rev D 02 2017 1508 Elm Hill Pike Suite 108 Nashville TN 37210 ...

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