MHSC B36LA8 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual Download Page 3

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B36LA8 & B36RA8 Woodburning Fireplaces

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

 

Installer

 

Owner

 

Please leave these instructions with the owner. 

Please retain these instructions for future reference.

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 and maintenance.

4.  All the parts used with this fireplace system must be installed in accordance with these installation instructions.  Fail-

ure to do so may be hazardous and will void the warranty.

5.  This fireplace and accessories should not be altered in any way that is not specifically recommended in this manu-

al.

6.  Refer to your local building code for local requirements pertaining to installation of factory-built fireplaces.  These 

fireplaces are intended for installation and use according to standard NFPA NO.211 of the National Fire Protection 
Association.

7.  This fireplace must not be installed with a masonry flue.
8.  This fireplace and chimney should not be used for venting a wood or coal burning heater or fireplace insert. 
 

WARNING:

  Do not install a separate solid fuel insert or gas fireplace insert into this fireplace and chimney system 

without written authorization.  

9. 

WARNING:

  Do not pack required air spaces with combustible material or insulation not specifically recommended 

for use in such areas.

Intended Product Usage

This fireplace is intended for supplemental heating only and is not intended for use as a primary heating system.
The fireplace is designed to sit directly on a combustible floor. The fireplace must be installed with clearances to com-
bustible building materials specified in this manual. Only parts manufactured by MHSC and labeled for use with the fire-
place should be used in the installation of this fireplace except for special roof flashings that may be fabricated locally.  
The use of improper parts in the installation can be hazardous and voids the warranty offered by MHSC.  
This fireplace is designed to burn wood. This fireplace is not designed to burn coal, unplumbed liquid fuels, unplumbed 
gaseous fuels or household refuse.  Any attempt to burn these fuels in the fireplace can be hazardous.
This fireplace is designed for installation in mobile homes if it is installed in accordance with Figure 32 in this manual, 
which includes using and OAC6 combustion air assembly, WB36LR glass door, SVT firestop thimble, and use either the 
LLK or RLK louver kit.

WARNING:

 Do not install in a sleeping room of a mobile home.

CAUTION:

 If installed in a mobile home, the structural integrity of the floor, wall and ceiling/roof must be maintained.

WARNING:

 This fireplace and chimney must not be used for venting a solid fuel heater or fireplace insert unless written 

authorization is given by MHSC. Failure to heed this warning may cause fire hazard and will void the warranty.

Improper Installation

Improper installation or use of this fireplace will void the warranty and can cause:

1.  Damage to the fireplace from overheating.
2.  Hazardous temperatures to develop on combustible materials adjacent to the fireplace or chimney.
3.  The emission of smoke, sparks or hazardous gases into the dwelling.
4.  Leakage of rain water into the dwelling.

Summary of Contents for B36LA8

Page 1: ...r Residential Installation 36 Built in Wood Burning Corner Fireplace with Optional Outside Air and Glass Doors WARNING This fireplace has not been tested with an unvented gas log set To reduce risk of...

Page 2: ...installation you should check with local building officials to obtain required permits and assure compliance with local regulations and coded If you encounter problems with code requirements contact...

Page 3: ...ed for supplemental heating only and is not intended for use as a primary heating system The fireplace is designed to sit directly on a combustible floor The fireplace must be installed with clearance...

Page 4: ...the precautions and recommendations in the section of this manual pertaining to outside combustion air assembly The fireplace is also equipped with a flue damper which must be open when the fireplace...

Page 5: ...provides for the installation of the model LF FS 2 firestop spacer in a residential installation Since the pitch of the roof influences the opening size required at the roof level table 1 should be u...

Page 6: ...himney 1Z x Min Air space Clear ance to Combustibles Chimney Section SK81 1 ft pipe SK818 18 pipe SK83 3 ft pipe SK84 4 ft pipe Top Spacer Zero Clearance to Combustibles at Side Spacers Glass Doors Mo...

Page 7: ...Model I658 Clearance from Fireplace Opening to Sidewall When Wall Shield is not Used B36RA8 Hearth Extension Model I627 Hearth Extension Model I658 Minimum Clearance from Fireplace Opening to Sidewal...

Page 8: ...hearth extension and the face of the fireplace To help prevent the crack from developing the hearth extension materials must be firmly fastened in place Wall ties should be screwed to the face of the...

Page 9: ...yramid style chimney cap used to terminate chimney through a chase Includes adapter Flashing not included CF8CA Adapter kit Unites square termination with chimney pipe 202036 Housing extensions Extend...

Page 10: ...3 Min Storm Collar Flashing Roof Joist Shields Attic Space Refer to Table 1 for Roof Opening Size FS Firestop Spacer 14Z x x 14Z x Framed Opening 1Z x Clearance to Com bustibles with Firestop SK8 Seri...

Page 11: ...tional for cold climate not a requirement for unit op eration Termination Cap Storm Collar Pan Flashing Draftstop Top Spacer Surround Screen Firebox Metal Safety Strips 1 2 or 3 pieces Nailing Flange...

Page 12: ...oist 1Z x Clear ance to Combus tibles When Using Firestop Max Installation Height 86 14Z x Square Hole in Joist 1Z x Min Air Space Clear ance Between Chimney and combustibles Firestop Spacer Firestop...

Page 13: ...arances as specified by this in struction manual 3 Set the fireplace in the desired location and be sure it is securely supported and leveled Install metal safety strip for hearth extension as shown b...

Page 14: ...eplace Model C36RMA B36RA8 with RLK Louver kit WB36LR Glass Door and OAC6 Combustion Air Model C36LMA not shown same as above except uses LLK Louver Kit on the B36LA8 fireplace Cool Air Inlet WB36LR G...

Page 15: ...ge to the chimney 4 Install firestop spacers at each ceiling level 5 Install the proper chimney cap or chimney housing on the chimney to prevent the entry of rain and debris into the chimney and to as...

Page 16: ...to the chimney exit B36LA8 B36RA8 Maximum 90 0 Minimum Without Elbows 15 6 With 2 Elbows 17 6 With 4 Elbows 21 0 B Do not use more than 4 elbows per chimney Attach the straps of the return top elbow t...

Page 17: ...lace may be used 6 A guy wire stabilizer is required for chimneys extend ing more than 6 1 8 m above a roof line The Ten Foot Rule Major U S building codes specify a minimum chimney height above the r...

Page 18: ...hase it is also a good idea to install a firestop at the first ceiling level above the fireplace and enclose the chase with sheeting material Insulation may then be installed above sheet ing material...

Page 19: ...size of the hole in ceiling will vary with the angle at which the chimney passes through ceiling Drive a nail up through ceiling at marked chimney center point Go to floor above and see where hole wil...

Page 20: ...is used to keep pipe spaced properly and required for safety Nail the firestop spacer at each corner to the framing members of the ceiling hole Note A firestop spacer is not required at the roof Hole...

Page 21: ...chimney termina tion installed Refer to installation instructions provided with the chimney termination to find correct size of roof hole There must be an air space 1 38 mm with SK8 between outermost...

Page 22: ...E Firestop Spacer 14Z x x 14Z x Maximum four 4 elbows Per Fire place Offset Max 10 Support Straps Diagonal Chimney Enclosure Vertical Chimney Enclosure Recommended Diagonal Chimney Enclosure Acceptabl...

Page 23: ...an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any manner The assembly should be located above the snow line to prevent blockage by snow accumulation 3 The combustion air inlet...

Page 24: ...e fireplace with the four 4 sheet metal screws provided Figure 24 3 Cut a 6 diameter opening for model OAC4 in the out side wall covering where the model OAC4 outside grille is to be located Figure 26...

Page 25: ...sions on the fireplace The following instructions only apply to passing the gas line through the fireplace wall Follow the instructions provided by the appliance for the gas line testing and ad justin...

Page 26: ...is manual Page 13 Figure 10 Combustible mantels and trim must be installed in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association ANSI NFPA 211 Standard Section 7 2 3 3 Glass Door Installation Th...

Page 27: ...rer Recommendation Top Edge of Fireplace Opening Mantel Installation Do Not Install Combustible Facing Material Below Top Edge of Fireplace Air Inlet Opening CAUTION Never block bottom air inlet openi...

Page 28: ...blems If your fireplace is equipped with an outside combustion air assembly open the combustion air inlet by pushing upward on the lever located above the firebrick on the left side of the firebox NEV...

Page 29: ...ced on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should...

Page 30: ...the chimney 9 Do install firestop spacers at each ceiling level when the chimney is installed in a multistory building 10 Do install the proper chimney cap or chimney housing on the chimney to preven...

Page 31: ...larly 21 Don t operate the fireplace with the glass fire screen doors partially open The doors should always be fully open or fully closed 22 Don t use gasoline kerosene engine oil or charcoal lighte...

Page 32: ...Y 40361 www mhsc com Item Description Qty B36RA8 B36LA8 1 Retainer Side Brick 1 020270 020270 2 Retainer 2 Z19901 Z19901 3a Firebrick Side Assy Right 1 014012 3b Firebrick Side Assy Left 1 021663 4 Ro...

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Page 35: ...your local building code contains restrictions on the use of this fireplace before you purchase it Blowers or fans which are warranted separately Heat loss due to the passage of heat or air through o...

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