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M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace
87D1505
Safety Information
Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace
IMPORTANT:
Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instruc-
tions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Description
The M400BFC fireplace is a solid fuel, woodburning
fireplace. The M400BFC is a balanced flue (closed
combustion) heat-circulating fireplace which receives
outside combustion air through the chimney system.
The M400BFC is a decorative fireplace which provides
efficient supplemental heat compared to other wood
burning fireplaces. It should not be used as a primary
source of heat.
CAUTION:
Overloading the firebox with wood may re-
sult in overfiring and damage to refractory components,
the grate and doors.
Precautions
MHSC fireplaces and component parts have been
thoroughly tested and will operate safely when installed
in accordance with instructions provided in this manual.
Carefully read and understand all instructions
before
beginning installation.
If you notice any damage to fireplace or component
parts, immediately report damage to your Monessen
dealer.
Only use MHSC components or the warranty will be
voided and a fire hazard may be created.
MHSC warranty will be voided by and MHSC disclaims
any responsibility for the following actions:
•
Installation by any other than a qualified
installer, preferably NFI or WETT (Canada)
certified.
•
Installation of any damaged fireplace or chim-
ney component;
•
Modification of fireplace, chimney assembly
or any component parts thereof;
(except for
chase flashings as detailed in MHSC Chimney
Top installation instructions).
•
Installation other than as instructed by MHSC;
or
•
Installation and/or use of any component part
not manufactured or approved by MHSC in
combination or assembly with a MHSC fire-
place system, notwithstanding any indepen-
dent testing laboratory or other third party
approval of such component parts or acces-
sory.
Any such action may possibly cause a fire hazard.
Consult local building codes to ensure that you are in
compliance
before
installing the fireplace.
This fireplace and chimney system must be vented to
the out-of-doors.
Do not obstruct or modify air inlets/outlets in any
manner.
Do not install combustible materials on any of the
black fireplace surround.
Burn only solid wood fuel or gas logs.
The M400BFC is intended for operation only with
the doors closed.
Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other
products not specified for use with this fireplace.
Drafts
The fireplace should not be located in areas that create
drafts (ie: frequently opened doors and central heating
air inlets/outlets) that hamper the normal flow of air into
the fire.
Gas Logs
If you plan to install a gas log, the gas line should be
installed before framing the fireplace. The gas line must
be installed by a certified gas line installer.
Proposition 65 Warning:
Fuels used in gas, wood-
burning or oil fired appliances, and the products of
combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth de-
fects and other reproductive harm.
California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6
WARNING: Check with your electronics manufac-
turer before installing a television or other electron-
ic device above this fireplace.
