Owner's Manual

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General Installation Information

The new BUF36, BUF36-R, BUF42, AND BUF42-R are

vent free reboxes. They feature a self contained heat-

circulating system.

This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe,

efcient and dependable installation of your vent-free

replace system.

Do not alter or modify the rebox or its components under

any circumstances. Any modication or alteration of the

rebox system, including but not limited to the rebox and

accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals

of this system and could result in an unsafe and potentially

dangerous installation.

BEFORE YOU START

Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any

parts are missing or damaged, immediately inform the

dealer from whom you purchased the appliance. Do not

attempt to install any part of the appliance unless you have

all the parts in good condition.

Note: If using a blower, electrical connections should

be made prior to the rebox being enclosed by the

nished walls.

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE RECEIVED ALL

PARTS

Verify contents to ensure all parts have been received.

The following should be included:

1. Vent Free Gas Firebox

2. Canopy

3. Installation and Operating Instructions

4. Three (3) sheet metal screws for canopy

WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR INSTALLATION

TOOLS and BUILDING SUPPLIES

• Phillips screwdriver • Square

• Framing materials • Hammer

• Saw and / or saber saw • Tee joint

• Level • Pipe wrench

• Measuring tape • Pliers

• Electric drill and bits

• Fireplace surround materials (noncombustible)

• Caulking material (noncombustible)

• Wall nishing materials

• Piping complying with local codes

• Pipe sealant approved for use with propane/L.P.G.

(resistant to sulfur compounds)

Refer to the installation instructions provided with the log

sets for items required for log set installation.

In planning the installation for the appliance it is necessary

to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether

optional accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should

also be planned. The following steps represent the normal

sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, how-

ever, and might require a different sequence.

1. Position rebox prior to framing or into prepared framing.

2. The canopy supplied with the unit must be installed.

See Canopy Installation on page 13.

3. Field wire main power supply to models with fan kit.

(Electrical connections should only be performed by an

experienced, licensed /certied tradesman).

4. Plumb gas line. (Gas connections should only be per-

formed by an experienced, licensed/certied trades-

man).

5. Install vent-free gas log heater per the instructions

provided with the vent-free gas log heater.

6. Complete nish wall material, surround and optional

hearth extension to your individual taste.

Monessen • BUF36/42 Installation and Operating Manual • 4600-900 • Rev C • 05/17