Masport MATAKANA 1200, Installation & Operation Instructions

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1.0 Introduction
Congratulations!
You are the owner of a state-of-the-art “Masport Matakana 1200” Outdoor Fire and
Cooking Centre designed and developed by Glen Dimplex New Zealand. Thank you for purchasing a Masport
appliance.
An ever-increasing demand for outdoor living spaces, and the importance of bringing people together, has
spurred Masport Heating to create the Matakana 1200. Drawing inspiration from one of New Zealand’s popular
getaway spots, the Matakana 1200 Outdoor Fire represents a picturesque region known for its farmers market,
boutique food, pizzas, and spectacular vineyards – an entertainer’s haven.
The
Matakana 1200 Outdoor Fire and Cooking Centre offers the warmth of an open fire and provides
cooking facilities on its cast-iron hot plate and grill or its substantial pizza oven.
The Matakana 1200 Outdoor can be installed in a custom-built sound masonry base & chimney or a timber-
framed enclosure using a ‘Zero Clearance’ kit. Also, The Matakana 1200 Outdoor fire is tested to and comply with
AS/NZS 2918:2001, Appendix B, for installation in a timber-framed enclosure along with a ‘Zero Clearance’ box kit.
To make the most of your appliance, it is important to install, operate, and maintain the burner correctly. Glen
Dimplex New Zealand strongly recommends using NZHHA certified installers for advice and actual installation
of this appliance. Visit
www.homeheat.co.nz to find the registered installers in your area.
Please take the time and read this installation and operations manual
carefully before installing or operating
your Matakana 1200 Outdoor Fire and Cooking Centre.
1.1 Warnings
 The installation of the Matakana 1200 Outdoor fire may require building consent before installation
commencing. Check with your local building authority whether there are any additional
requirements before beginning installation.
 The Matakana 1200 outdoor fire and flue system shall be installed in accordance with AS/NZS
2918:2001 and appropriate requirements of the relevant local building codes.
 Glen Dimplex highly recommends NZHHA trained SFAIT (Solid Fuel Appliance Installation
technician) installer to install Matakana 1200 outdoor fire. Your dealer or heating specialist will be
able to help with recommendations and advice on permits/consents required for the installation in
your area. or see
www.homeheat.co.nz/members for a certified NZHHA SFAIT installer in your
area.
 Please read carefully all the installation dimensions and recommendations provided in this manual.
 The performance of Matakana 1200 outdoor fire can be affected by altering the appliance. Also, modifying
the dimensional specification of components may result in hazardous conditions. Hence where such
action is required, the manufacturer should be consulted in the first instance.
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Please ensure that only components approved by Glen Dimplex New Zealand are used for the
installation, as substitutes may adversely affect performance and might nullify compliance with the
requirements of AS/NZS 2918 safety standard.
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Matakana 1200 Outdoor fire and flue system must be serviced at least once a year or more
frequently depending upon usage.