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WARRANTY

KEEP THIS WARRANTY

IHP LIMITED WARRANTIES

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IHP warrants all Grand Meridian Fireplaces to be free from defects in materials that adversely affect fireplace performance for 

a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase, subject to the terms and conditions of this limited warranty. IHP does not 

warrant accessory chimney, outside air ducts, gas control or burner system, ceramic logs, and devices not manufactured by IHP. 

Valves and electronic parts are only covered for one year parts and labor per the log set manufacturer’s warranty.

This  warranty  covers  only  products  manufactured  by  IHP,  specifically  the  modular  concrete  firebox,  and  NO  WARRANTY, 

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXTENDS TO ANY OF THE HARDWARE, FOUNDATION, VENTING, DUCTS, OR ACCESSORIES. 

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DRAFTING, SMOKING, OR SOOTING OF THE FIREPLACE SYSTEM.  Factors beyond 

the manufacturer’s control may affect drafting, smoking, and sooting, IHP cannot guarantee these aspects of performance.

If a component is found to be defective under the terms of this warranty, the party this warranty is extended to shall notify IHP, 1508 

Elm Hill Pike Suite 108, Nashville, TN 37210 in writing, by registered mail, within thirty (30) days following the discovery of the 

defect within the warranty period. The letter shall contain (1) the date of purchase; (2) place of purchase; (3) address of installation; 

(4) name, address and phone number of the homeowner; and (5) a brief description of the defect.

IHP,  or  any  entity  thereof,  is  not  responsible  for  any  labor  costs  or  indirect  costs  incurred  for  the  replacement  of  defective 

components.

IHP is not responsible for misuse or mishandling of component parts. Nothing in this warranty makes IHP, or any entity thereof, 

liable in any respect for any injury or damage to the building or structure in which the fireplace has been installed or to the persons 

or property therein arising out of the use, misuse, or installation of properly manufactured IHP product.

IHP, OR ANY ENTITY THEREOF, SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 

OR EXPENSES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE FIREPLACE. ALL SUCH DAMAGES AND EXPENSES ARE HEREBY 

EXCLUDED.

This warranty is null and void when the fireplaces are not installed pursuant to the installation instructions provided by IHP and 

local building codes have not been followed completely.

This warranty applies only to those fireplaces installed in the continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska and Canada. If any part of 

this warranty is found to be unenforceable,, the remaining parts shall remain in force and effect.

IHP HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL GUARANTEES AND WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BEYOND THE WARRANTIES 

SET FORTH HEREIN.

CUSTOMER SERVICE & PARTS REPLACEMENT:

Parts and accessories may be purchased from your local dealer. Additional information is available from IHP. Accessory orders 

will be accepted by mail, or you may call to order Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time) at: 

1-800-655-2008.

Please complete the following information for future reference and warranty verification:

Model (located on product or identification tag)

 _________________

Serial No. (located on product or identification tag)

 ______________

Date Purchased 

 __________________

Keep receipt for warranty verification.

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 IHP LLC

P/N 125161-01 Rev. B 02/2014.

P125161 01

1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108

Nashville, TN 37210

1-800-655-2008

www.IHP.US.com

Summary of Contents for MMST43

Page 1: ...ns information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed Keep it with your other important papers WARNING THIS FIREPLACE IS APPROVED FOR USE AS A WOOD BURNING FIR...

Page 2: ...This page has been left intentionally blank...

Page 3: ...EEN TESTED FOR USE ONLY WITH APPROVED GLASS DOORS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY CONSULT OWNER S MANUAL THIS FIREPLACE IS DESIGNED FOR USE ONLY WITH SOLID WOOD LOGS PLUMBED LPG OR NG LOG LIGHTER...

Page 4: ...2 MMST43 Fireplace Parts Diagrams Combustible Floor Systems Non Combustible Floor Systems 1 3A 3 6 7 8 10 9 14 13 17 16 18 19 12 Figure 1 20 Figure 2 1 3A 3 6 7 8 10 9 14 13 19 12 20...

Page 5: ...43STFRBL Running Bond ITEM P N DESCRIPTION QTY 1 MFPST 43 1 HEARTH Left or Right 2 3 MFPST 43 3 SIDE WALL 5 3A MFPST 43 3A SIDE WALL W 4 KNOCKOUT 1 6 MFPST 43 6 LINTEL 1 7 MFPST 43 7 DOME SIDE LOWER 2...

Page 6: ...ure 3 Overall Dimensions Non Combustible Floor Systems Figure 4 IF WOOD FRAMING IS UTILIZED IT MUST BE HELD 18 INCHES MIN FROM TOP OF LINTEL AND 2 INCHES MIN CLEARANCE MUST BE MAINTAINED ALL AROUND FI...

Page 7: ...OF OPENING 20 1 2 THICK CONCRETE BOARD 8 METAL PLATFORM 2 INCH CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES BOTH SIDES OF FIREPLACE If using a raised hearth or metal base plate note that a combustible wood header must b...

Page 8: ...ance manufacturer s literature regarding sizing and suitability for the installation into this Enclosure prior to installation Statement of Intended Use The Grand Meridian Fireplace is a modular refra...

Page 9: ...s 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 material...

Page 10: ...responsibility of the contractor installer not the manufacturer to ensure that adequate combustion air is provided for proper function of this fireplace Fireplaces take up a large volume of replacemen...

Page 11: ...ts Note that 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 l...

Page 12: ...rs having a moisture content of less than 16 per cent at time of installation and used under dry conditions the deflection resulting from L 0 5D is permitted to be substituted for the deflection resul...

Page 13: ...ng an on site constructed hearth extension you may use a sand cement grout between the hearth and extension instead What You Will Need You will find that the Grand Meridian Fireplace is designed to be...

Page 14: ...Once you have inserted any shims you will want to cover any gaps that may have resulted with the mortar MMST43 Fireplace Assembly 1 Place the Grand Meridian Fireplace hearth base on top of your non c...

Page 15: ...7 Set the remaining lintel as shown in Figure 22 8 Now you are ready to start the smoke dome assembly Take the lower side dome positioned so that the beveled face lines up with the inward angles of th...

Page 16: ...hat where the Support Box is located Firestop Radiation Shields also provide complete separation from one floor space to another or attic space as required by most codes When the double wall pipe pass...

Page 17: ...dian Fireplaces they cannot take any liability or responsibility for they way the firebrick or the firebrick mortar performs It is not unusual in the course of the life of the firebrick or the firebri...

Page 18: ...p air to function properly and some local building codes may require outside combustion air to be provided If no make up air is provided improper flue drafting may occur creating negative pressure whe...

Page 19: ...the base of the Anchor Plate Apply ceramic blanket gasket to the gasket cement 2 Apply balance of gasket cement in a 1 4 one quarter inch bead on top of smoke dome top approx 3 3 inches outside of out...

Page 20: ...s of firewood at any given time Consider that this typical fuel load is three to four dry hardwood logs that are about 6 six inches to 8 eight inches in diameter 4 Without a grate for your firewood to...

Page 21: ...er seals that surround it If you find any cracks or openings around screws or nails seal them to avoid any roof or chimney chase leaks SURFACE CRACKS The Grand Meridian FIREPLACES are manufactured usi...

Page 22: ...ncrete 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 MI...

Page 23: ...ly 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 signifi...

Page 24: ...pect for any injury or damage to the building or structure in which the fireplace has been installed or to the persons or property therein arising out of the use misuse or installation of properly man...

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