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08/04

31072 Rev G

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WARNING!

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.  Refer to this
manual.  For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

INSTALLATION & OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

MHC36   MHR36

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING

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Содержание MHC36

Страница 1: ...njury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MHC36 MHR36...

Страница 2: ...tside air kit is highly recommended In the event the home is unusually tightly sealed the optional combustion air kit may not provide all the air required to support combustion Hearth Home Technologie...

Страница 3: ...e of the home If you desire to put a fireplace in your basement we recommend that you consider a direct vent gas fireplace Basements always have a significant negative air pressure that causes the fir...

Страница 4: ...inimum and maximum clearances must be maintained at all times The illustrations and diagrams used throughout these installation instructions are not drawn to scale Figure 1 Typical Fireplace System B...

Страница 5: ...egral Grate Catalog Description MHR36 Radiant Fireplace with Integral Grate Hearth Protection Strips and Outside Air Kit MHC36 Circulating Fireplace with Integral Grate Hearth Protection Strips Fan Ki...

Страница 6: ...y Section 24 in long SL336 Chimney Section 36 in long SL348 Chimney Section 48 in long SL315 Chimney Offset Return 15 deg SL330 Chimney Offset Return 30 deg JB877 Chimney Joint Band CB876 Chimney Brac...

Страница 7: ...S8 Attic Insulation Shield RF371 Roof Flashing Flat to 6 12 Pitch Firestop Spacer A Actual Length B Effective length length of chimney part after it has been snapped to another RF370 Roof Flashing 6 1...

Страница 8: ...hould be given to these factors before deciding on a location CLEARANCES A minimum 1 in air clearance must be maintained at the back and sides of the fire place assembly except at the nailing flange w...

Страница 9: ...e the possibility of fireplace smoking or air flow reversal WARNING To prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation the fireplace must not be installed against vapor barriers or exposed insulation...

Страница 10: ...opening of 39 5 8 in wide x 33 5 8 in tall The finished cavity depth must be no less than 19 3 4 in Figure 5 shows a typical framing using 2 x 4 lumber of the fireplace assuming combustible materials...

Страница 11: ...your fireplace location the chimney construction and necessary clearances must be considered The fireplace system and chimney components have been tested to provide flexibility in construction The fol...

Страница 12: ...e the offset and return 4 Read across the chart and find the number of chimney sections required and the model number of those particular chimney parts 5 Whenever the chimney penetrates a floor ceilin...

Страница 13: ...Rule This rule states If the horizontal distance from the side of the chimney to the peak of the roof is 10 ft or less the top of the chimney must be at least 2 ftabove the peak of the roof but never...

Страница 14: ...nstructions for framing on pages 9 11 Slide the fireplace into position Be sure to provide the minimum air clearance at the sides and back of the fireplace assembly 2 Place the Protective Metal Hearth...

Страница 15: ...stop bead on the lower section The inner flue is placed to the inside of the flue section below it The outer casing is placed outside the outer casing of the chimney section below it See Figure 10 5 I...

Страница 16: ...eld An insulation shield should be installed when there is a possibility of insulation coming into contact with the factory built chimney system The insulation shield is installed by positioning it ov...

Страница 17: ...the extension to the thimble drill 1 8 in holes through the outer shield of the thimble using the predrilled holes in the extension as guides Attach the extension to the thimble using the screws provi...

Страница 18: ...s installed on the left hand side of the fireplace Remove the cover plate from the side of the fireplace assembly where the air kit is to be installed See Figure 16 for handle location operation WARNI...

Страница 19: ...e fire 13 Gas Log Lighter Provisions Knockouts are provided on both sides of the fireplace to allow for connection of a certified gas log lighter or a decorative gas appliance with a maximum input of...

Страница 20: ...ust be installed with all fireplaces to protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from both radiant heat and sparks The construction of and materials used for a hearth extension are show...

Страница 21: ...those consisting entirely of steel iron brick tile concrete slate glass or plasters or any combination thereof c Noncombustible Sealant Material Sealants which will not ignite and burn General Electr...

Страница 22: ...s Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces ANSI Z21 60 When operating your fireplace the flue damper must be in the open position This fireplace was not tested and listed for use with an unven...

Страница 23: ...ave a greater density than soft woods A piece of hardwood will contain about 60 more BTU s than an equal size piece of soft wood Firewood is commonly sold by the cord 128 cu ft A cord of seasoned oak...

Страница 24: ...k the wood to allow air to circulate freely around and through the woodpile b Elevate the woodpile off the ground to allow air circulation underneath c The smaller the pieces the faster the drying pro...

Страница 25: ...imney is clean and free of creosote buildup Make sure overhanging trees and branches are cut back within ten feet of the top of the chimney Ensure the chimney cap is clean and free of any buildup of s...

Страница 26: ...rred If creosote has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire 3 Chimney Cleaning If you do detect a buildup of creosote contact a qualified chimney sweep or clean it yours...

Страница 27: ...22 Gas Knockout Location 6 Gas Log Lighter Provisions 19 General Information 22 Glass Doors 5 21 23 Grate 5 23 H Hearth Extension 20 Positioning 21 I Installation Along a Wall 9 In a Corner 9 Insulat...

Страница 28: ...haust fans or forced air furnaces or other causes 5 use of fuels other than those specified in the Operating Instructions 6 installation or use of components not supplied with the Fireplace or any oth...

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