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GUIDELINES FOR USE
As a prowd owner of your Mason-Lite Fireplace, it is imperative
you familiarize yourself with the information contained in this
manual, which includes:
• Strict requirements for assembly.
• Detailed instructions for installation.
• Cautionary guidelines for use.
• On-going maintenance instructions.
It is the responsibility of the distributor, subcontractor and/
or the general contractor – whoever assumes the liability for
installation of this product – to see to it that the work is in
complete compliance with the guidelines and instructions in this
manual. Note that the general contractor is the party accountable
for seeing that adequate clearances are provided from all
firebox surfaces per specifications in this manual.
DO NOT USE A FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER
PRODUCTS NOT SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS
FIREPLACE.
The Mason-Lite Fireplace is designed for use only
with the supplied gas burner system.
DO NOT USE OR STORE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS OR GASES IN OR NEAR THE FIREPLACE!
ATTENTION:
A fire or an explosion could occur, causing
property damage, injury or loss of life if you do not follow the
information in this manual!
NOTE:
THIS MANUAL MUST BE REPRODUCED ONLY IN
ITS ENTIRETY.
Before Beginning the Installation
Read these instructions carefully before beginning the
installation of this fireplace. This fireplace is intended for
use with a ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Gas Log, make sure all
components of the Log set are complete before beginning the
installation into this Enclosure.
Statement of Intended Use:
The Mason-Lite Masonry Fireplace is a modular refractory
masonry unit designed for field assembly. The firebox is
constructed using pre-cast, interlocking refractory blocks.
The blocks are then secured to each other using Mortar.
The system includes all parts necessary for the assembly of a
complete masonry fireplace. In addition to the basic enclosure,
a standard 1-1/8” thick, high temperature refractory brick is
required to line the interior of the firebox.
These fireplaces are not intended to serve as a primary
heat source, rather, the fireplace was expressly created as a
supplemental source of heat. The unit is designed for use with
burner supplied, Model No.:
GML-2-39/44(P)A
.
WARNING:
Any application other than the “Intended Use” as stated above
is in violation of the manufacturer’s instructions and is hereby
prohibited. Such violation may cause immediate hazard,
property damage or loss of life and will void all liabilities to the
manufacturer and will void all warranties explicit or implied.
Introduction
We extend a warm welcome from all of us at Masonry
Fireplace Industries, LLC. (MFI), proud manufacturers of
Mason-Lite Fireplaces. Thank you for choosing MFI.
You may have thought long and hard before you chose the
fireplace which would grace your home. Rest assured that
every component of the Fireplace has been tested to ensure
long-term durability.
Product Overview
Mason-Lite Fireplaces are designed as factory-built blocks
to be assembled on-site. These fireplaces may be installed on
either combustible or non-combustible floors.
The Main Components of the Mason-Lite Fireplace are:
•
MASON-LITE Firebox and Smoke Dome
•
Combustible or Non-Combustible Floor support substructure
•
Raised Platforms
•
Mantel clearances
•
12” B-vent or UL103-12” class A listed chimney system.
Important:
Follow the chimney pipe manufacturer’s instruc
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tions on the installation of their specific flue system. Careful
step-by-step instructions for each phase of the installation pro
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cedure will be given for the Mason-Lite conventional radiant
heat fireplaces. Those instructions generally fall into the follow
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ing categories:
•
Spacing and clearance to combustible materials.
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Familiarity of installation for all components.
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The strength of the floor on which it rests.
•
Chimney system measurements.
•
Choice of materials and craftsmanship in fireplace and
hearth finishing.
Note that each of these topics will be covered in detail and that
the installer is expected to understand each phase completely
before going on to subsequent instructions.
Attention
: Be advised that all the illustrations in this manual
are for general reference only. Do not scale drawings. Actual
design elements will vary from case to case. Pay attention to
specified minimum clearances to combustibles.
Testing and listing for the Mason-Lite Fireplace has been
undertaken by PFS Inc. (Report No. 08-154) to UL 127.
Attention
: You may need a residential building permit to install
a Mason-Lite Fireplace. Consult local jurisdictions before you
get started
!
Installing The Gas Fireplace
