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OFFSET

RISE

CHIMNEY LENGTH

A

B

12" 18" 24" 36" 48"

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16 

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8

"

ELBOW SET ONLY

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"

25 

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"

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12 

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30 

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"

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15"

34 

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"

1

18"

40"

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1

21 

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4

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46 

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4

"

1

23 

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4

"

49 

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1

27 

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4

"

56 

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"

1

30"

60 

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"

1

1

33"

66"

1

1

36"

71"

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38 

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4

"

75"

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41 

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80 

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1

1

45"

86 

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46 

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89 

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"

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1

1

51"

97"

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"

101"

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2

56 

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106 

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59 

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111 

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"

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1

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61 

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115 

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64 

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120 

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2

68 

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"

127"

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1

70"

130"

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2

74 

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4

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137 

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2

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76 

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141 

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79 

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146 

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"

4

USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-8DM)

1.  To achieve desired offset, you may install 

combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48" 

length of double wall pipe (see offset chart 

and Figure 12).

OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT)

Figure 13 - Ceiling Support Pipe  

12S-8DM

Straps

Straps

Straps

Straps

Detail A

Return Elbow

Detail B

Angle Firestop

See 

Detail A

See Detail B

Figure 12 - Elbow Offset

B

A

Screws

2.  Chimney  weight  above  offset  rests  on 

return  elbow.  Straps  must  be  securely 

nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 13, 

details A and B).

3.  Maximum length of pipe between supports 

(return elbow or 12S-8DM) is 6' of angle 

run. Maximum of two 6' angle run sections 

per chimney system (see Figure 12).

4.  All pipe connections between offset and 

return must be secured with two screws 

on outer pipe only (see Figure 14). Do not 

penetrate inner stainless.

Summary of Contents for MHW36R

Page 1: ...orité compétente comme le service municipal du bâtiment les pompiers etc doit être contacté avant l installation afin de déterminer la nécessité d obtenir un permis Installation and Operation Instructions Superior Clean Face Round Back Fireplace with Bi Fold Doors and Combustion Air Kit PFS US C P127312 01 P N 127312 01 Rev B 08 2014 Models MHW36R Before you start your first fire read this manual ...

Page 2: ...FS Corporation WARNING Improper instal lation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can causeinjury propertydamageor loss of life Refer to this manual for assistance or additional in formation Consult a qualified installer or local distributor IMPORTANT Check HUD re quirementsbeforeinstallingthis fireplace These units are intended for installation in manufactured mobile homes These units ma...

Page 3: ...3 Rear View of Fireplace Opening for Outside Air Firestop Thimble 91 2 14 14 Fireplace Installation 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 clear ances see Figures 1 and 2 page 4 2 Consider a location where the heat output will not be affected by drafts ai...

Page 4: ...ludes fireplace chim ney sections and height of termination assem bly at level of flue gas outlet see Figure 3 Figure 3 Standard and Alternate Venting Installation Effective Height of Termination Cap Effective Height of Termination Cap RT 8DM RT 8DM 14 Min Height Standard Installation Alternate Installation 2 Max Pipe Length 11 for Manufactured Home Application 14 Min Height 11 for Manufactured Ho...

Page 5: ...d must be fabricated to fit your required platform height Ember protector should extend under fireplace a minimum of 1 1 2 The ember protector should be made of metal material 6 Using screws or nails secure fireplace to framing through flanges located on sides of fireplace see Figure 4 Hearth Extension A hearth extension projecting a minimum of 16 in front of and a minimum of 8 beyond each side of...

Page 6: ...e rough framing of fireplace due to nature of its location The supplied flex duct measures approximately 10 compressed and up to approximately 36 extended Outside combustion air is accessed through mobile home floor using air kit model AK6E included with the fireplace or a side wall using optional air kit model AK6 WE see Accessories on page 18 Installer may choose either left or right side mounti...

Page 7: ...at will not be obstructed by bushes snow etc Locate vent near the fireplace to make flex duct installation easier Chimney Pipe The chimney system approved for this fireplace 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 consider ation lineal gain and...

Page 8: ...s locked Check by pulling chimney upward after locking Chimney will not come apart if properly locked It is not necessary to add screws to keep chimney together exception see Figure 14 page 11 Adjustable Firestop Thimble FST A Adjustable Firestop ThimbleAssembly FST A is used to provide necessary air space and clearance between chimney pipe and insula tion in attic space of a manufactured home To ...

Page 9: ...at the roof drops 6 for each 12 measured horizontally down from roof rafters 3 Use roof opening chart Figure 11 to determine correct opening length and flashing required 4 Remove shingles around opening mea sured Cut out this section 5 Add next sections of pipe until end pen etrates roof line Check to see that proper clearances are maintained Extend chim ney by adding sections of double wall pipe ...

Page 10: ...ieve desired offset you may install combinations of 12 18 24 36 and 48 length of double wall pipe see offset chart and Figure 12 OFFSET CHART 22 50 FT SYSTEM HEIGHT Figure 13 Ceiling Support Pipe 12S 8DM Straps Straps Straps Straps Detail A Return Elbow Detail B Angle Firestop See Detail A See Detail B Figure 12 Elbow Offset B A Screws 2 Chimney weight above offset rests on return elbow Straps mus...

Page 11: ...p Spacer with Living Space Above Ceiling Existing Ceiling Frame Firestop Spacer Screws or Staples Min of 8 Flashing installation v6f 8dm or v12f 8dm Determine the flashing to be used with the roof opening chart Slide flashing over pipe until base is flat against roof Replace as many shingles as needed to cover exposed area and flashing base Secure in position by nail ing through shingles see Figur...

Page 12: ... at a vertical height difference of 18 see Figure 19 24 Min 24 Min 18 Min Typ Figure 19 Multiple Chase Installation Figure 17 Storm Collar Chimney Pipe Waterproof Caulk Storm Collar Flashing Fireplace system must be terminated with listed round top termination In any case refer to installation instructions supplied with termi nation Terminations approved for this fireplace are RT 8DM and RTL 8DM F...

Page 13: ...plier or a qualified service person Note Before you proceed make sure your gas supply is turned off A gas line may be installed for the purpose of installing a vented or vent free appliance available through your local distributor Use only a 1 2 black iron pipe and appropriate fittings When installing a gas line a shutoff valve designed for installation outside appli ance is recommended 1 Remove k...

Page 14: ...g gas line to wood fram ing to provide rigidity for threaded end If you wish to install an unvented vent free gas log set ONLY UNVENTED GAS LOG SETS WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS ANSI Z21 11 2 ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS FIREPLACE Avent free log may be installed in an aftermar ket permanently located manufactured mo bile home where not prohibited by lo...

Page 15: ...ombustible Material Glass Doors Glass doors are standard with fireplace When fireplace is in operation doors must be FULLY OPENED or FULLY CLOSED position only or a fire hazard may be created see Figure 25 A fireplace equipped glass doors operates much differently than a fireplace with an open front Afireplace with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion Excessive heat within firepl...

Page 16: ...ly loosen lower pivot clips and upper spring clips Replace doors and fully close them Use 1 8 shims any material to level doors Once proper setting is achieved carefully open doors enough so that you can access spring clips with a phillips screwdriver Tighten screws See Figure 27 Figure 27 Adjusting Bi Fold Doors Cleaning Glass Clean the glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water Do...

Page 17: ...parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty When contacting IHP please have your model and serial numbers of your fireplace ready Model and serial number information are in the fireplace s rating plate located on the smoke shelf on the top right side of the fireplace opening Operation and Maintenance Guidelines Continued Locating access cover plate Sheet metal ...

Page 18: ...8dm Support Bracket Self Drilling Screws Cable Ferrule Eye Bolt Screw Strand Wire 50 ft Firestop spacer 3600fs 8dm 1 Bi Fold Glass Doors VDG36E Brushed Finish DP36E Platinum Finish VDBP36E Black Finish Ember Protector 20093 Grate 11116 Brick Liner Rear PN 20029 Left Side PN 20030 Right Side PN 20030 Front Bottom PN 21242 Rear Bottom PN 21241 Outside air kit for floor installation Included 90154 Mo...

Page 19: ...ed when installing a vent free gas log heater in this firebox Adjustable Firestop Thimble FST A Includes Thimble PN 22383 Adapter Plate PN 22398 For Flat or 12 96 Pitch Ceilings Only Firestop PN 22377 RounD Top Termination RTL 8DM 1 5 12 Pitch 2 5 12 Pitch 12 12 1 5 2 5 SQUARE CHASE TOP TERMINATION ETL 8DM AccessorIES Continued Optional OUtside air kit for side wall installation AK 6WE Hearth exte...

Page 20: ...e 1 0 18 8DM 18 Double Wall Pipe 0 2 FST A Adjustable Firestop Thimble 1 1 V6F 8DM Roof Flashing 1 1 SC1 1 Storm Collar 1 1 RTL 8DM Round Cap Termination 1 1 Use for Most Common Manufactured Mobile Home Installations FACE EXTENSION FE 36R Front face extension would add 6 to the width and 6 to the height of the fireplace face Flex Duct 6 x 25 3 pack Mp6 75 Air Inlet Hood 6 pack mK6 wi AccessorIES C...

Page 21: ...s part cannot ship via parcel delivery services IMPORTANT NOTICE A manufactured shroud which has been approved by a national testing agency for use with this fireplace may be used if installed in accordance with the instruc tions by its manufacturer A locally fabricated shroud may be used with IHP Shroud Leg Spacer Kit SLK in accordance with instructions provided with the shroud IMPORTANT NOTICE W...

Page 22: ...ormal use with approved fuels listed in the Operation Manual provided with the product This includes burning such fireplace fuels as wood and natural 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 caus...

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Page 24: ...127312 01 Rev B 08 14 1508 Elm Hill Pike Suite 108 Nashville TN 37210 www IHP US com P127312 01 ...

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