Monessen Hearth TPB18 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 26

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6.  Place right top log (#6) on two pins to the left of right base log. 

See Figure 25.

PLACING ROCK WOOL 

After installing logs, place TPB-RW (Rock 
Wool) in dime-size pieces evenly across the 
burner surface in between the logs. Do not add 
additional rock wool. 

See Figure 26 

for the ap-

proximate area to place rock wool.
Wash hands after placing rock wool. Itching 
may occur.

Figure 26 - Placing Rock Wool 

Dime-Size 

Rock Wool 

W

ARNING

•  Use only TPB-RW 

provided with log set. 

•  Do not add additional 

rock wool.  

LOG PLACEMENT 

Figure 25 - Installing Right Top Log (#6)

Right Top Log (#6)  

Pins

Right Base 

Log

Summary of Contents for TPB18

Page 1: ...her appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor...

Page 2: ...ce Preparation 17 Installing Vented Applications 18 Connecting the Gas 19 Checking Gas Pressure 20 Milli Volt 20 Electrical Wiring Milli volt 21 Connecting Remote Receiver 22 Checking System Operation...

Page 3: ...or future reference IMPORTANT Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate this vent free gas heater 1 Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traff...

Page 4: ...t ratings should be reduced 4 percent for each 1 000 feet above sea level Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code 21 The appliance and its appliance main gas valve must be disconnected from the gas supply...

Page 5: ...it Gloves are recommended when handling ceramic fiber logs to prevent skin irritation from loose fibers Logs are fragile handle with care CAUTION Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage If...

Page 6: ...n to light maintain a standing pilot ON Valve position to turn ON OFF log set with remote switch thermostat LOW HI Variable position to control flame height heat output PILOT ODS The gas log heater is...

Page 7: ...ces installed in that space An unconfined space is defined as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 BTU per hour 4 8 m3 per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances i...

Page 8: ...etween the two rooms the calculation would be based only on the room with the heater BTU Hr 151 2 x 12 x 8 x 1000 29760 BTU Hr 50 GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION Figure 1 Example of a Large Room with...

Page 9: ...1 typically referred to as a Universal Firebox as long as firebox hearth dimensions meet the minimum hearth dimensions shown below Figure 2 Hearth Minimum Dimension This appliance is for installation...

Page 10: ...an Enclosure NOTE Non combustible material such as refractory brick may be used to line the floor of the fireplace in order to raise the height of the gas log set in relation to a restrictive barrier...

Page 11: ...hown in Figures 4 through 12 and defined in the fireplace manufacturer s instructions are minimum clearances to maintain when installing this heater Left and right clearances are determined when facin...

Page 12: ...chimney flue damper open Refer to Installing Vented Applications found on page 18 TABLE A Heat Resistant Material Requirements with no Mantel or Combustible Projection CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REQUIREME...

Page 13: ...an 12 Install hood and observe pro files shown in Figure 8 page 15 OR extend heat resistant material to at least 12 and observe profiles shown in Figure 7 page 14 Install hood and observe pro files sh...

Page 14: ...NTS Figure 8 Minimum Mantel Clearance with Hood All Models Example A mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 21 2 at a mini mum of 14 above the opening and a maximum of 6 at a minimum of 201 2 a...

Page 15: ...may project from the wall a maxi mum of 10 at a minimum of 28 above the opening CLEARANCES AND HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS Figure 10 is an example of an unsafe mantel installation This mantel projects 4 at 8...

Page 16: ...er than 14 to the base of the fireplace The minimum distance must be maintained from the top surface of carpeting tile etc See Figure 11 OR The gas log heater may be installed nearer to the floor if a...

Page 17: ...age or sooting Use a heat resistant sealant Install and operate the appliance as directed in this manual DAMPER STOP INSTALLATION A damper stop must be provided with the unit Contact your dealer to ob...

Page 18: ...ate is essential to prevent any movement of the gas logs and controls during operation Figure 14 Securing Heater to Floor of Fireplace Firebox Screw Anchor Hole Screw WARNING You must secure the gas l...

Page 19: ...at the Pressure Tapping Point May Be Installed CAUTION CHECK GAS TYPE The gas supply must be the same as stated on the heater s rating plate If the gas supply is different DO NOT INSTALL THE HEATER Co...

Page 20: ...ured screw counter clockwise two or three turns and then place tubing to pressure gauge over test point Use test point OUT closest to control knob After taking pressure reading be sure and turn captur...

Page 21: ...to TH or connect the wall switch thermostat to the two male 0 25 terminals on the left side of the unit The color of the wires does not matter Figure 17 Wiring Diagram Note Log switch wires are not f...

Page 22: ...Thermostat contacts OPEN Main burner OFF 1 Check gas pressure to the unit If gas pressure is within minimum and maximum on data plate then check pilot voltage 500 milli volts minimum If the minimum mi...

Page 23: ...r Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance Never add additional logs or embellishments such as pine cones vermiculite or rock wool to t...

Page 24: ...g 3 Left Base Log 3 Pins Figure 22 Installing Right Front Log 4 Right Front Log 4 Right Front Log 4 Pins 4 Place right front log 4 on two pins on bottom right side of grate See Figure 22 3 Place left...

Page 25: ...CEMENT Figure 23 Installing Left Top Log 5 Left Top Log 5 5 Place right end of left top log 5 on bottom center grate pin Place left end of left top log 5 on top of the left base log See Figure 23 Bott...

Page 26: ...burner surface in between the logs Do not add additional rock wool See Figure 26 for the ap proximate area to place rock wool Wash hands after placing rock wool Itching may occur Figure 26 Placing Roc...

Page 27: ...to riser with two screws provided See Figures 27 and 28 Figure 27 Placing Burner on Riser Figure 28 Burner Installed on Riser IMPORTANT When installing riser kit the minimum recommended height for th...

Page 28: ...e 31 OPTIONAL CAST IRON GRATE AND ANDIRON INSTALLATION Figure 32 a b Installing Andirons ANDIRON INSTALLATION Optional andirons are available Slide the two tabs in back of each andiron under the cast...

Page 29: ...then the main burner cannot function reliably See Figure 34 for incor rect shape of pilot flame MILLI VOLT CONTROL AND THERMOSTAT CONTROL Figure 33 Correct Appearance of Pilot Flame Figure 34 Incorre...

Page 30: ...g will result During manufacturing fabricating and shipping various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils films or bonding agents These chemicals are not harmful but may produce a...

Page 31: ...s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand...

Page 32: ...r to allow air to bleed out of the gas piping 7 With the control knob pushed in push in and release the piezo ignitor button to light the pilot 8 Continue pushing the control knob in for a further 60...

Page 33: ...take holes clean will result in sooting and poor combustion Inspect and clean all burner ports Inspect ODS pilot for operation and accumulation of lint at air intake holes Verify flame pattern and log...

Page 34: ...Contact local gas company 3 ODS pilot is partially clogged 3 Clean ODS pilot 4 Defective Thermopile 4 Check wire connections Check output should be 500 milli volts across TH TP and TP Terminals with O...

Page 35: ...meter is too small 2 Burner orifice diameter is too small 3 Inlet gas pressure is too low 3 Inlet gas pressure is too low Burner backfires during combustion 1 Manifold pressure is too low 1 Contact lo...

Page 36: ...REPLACEMENT PARTS Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal inju...

Page 37: ...0D0064 57D0680 70D0064 57D0680 6 ODS Pilot Assembly 1 14D0473 14D0477 14D0473 14D0477 14D0473 14D0477 7 On Off Switch 1 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 8 Pilot Regulator 1 14D0469 14D0...

Page 38: ...y approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury WARNING CHARRED TIMBER LOGS Item Description Qty CTCL18 CTCL24 CTCL30 1 Rear Log 1 70D0121 70D0031 70D0221 2 Right Base...

Page 39: ...70D0004 39 NOTES...

Page 40: ...in accordance with the installation instructions The Limited Lifetime Warranty will also be void if the appliance is not operated and maintained according to the operating instructions supplied with t...

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