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Installation & Owner’s Manual

Installation, Care, and Operation

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.

OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.

VENT FREE FIREBOX

Model(s):

LSTF36-B

NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual!

• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other am-

mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

•

DO NOT overre. Overring will void your

warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-

bustibles as specied. Failure to comply may

cause house re.

WARNING: If the information in these

instructions is not followed exactly, a re

or explosion may result causing property

damage, personal injury, or death.

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

Glass and other surfaces are hot during

operation AND cool down.

Hot glass will cause burns.

• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as

replace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other ammable

materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other ammable

materials away.

Carefully review the instructions supplied

with the decorative type unvented room

heater for the minimum fireplace size

requirement.

DO NOT INSTALL AN APPLIANCE IN THIS

FIREBOX UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS

THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED

FOR THE INSTALLATION.

Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by

qualied personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends

HHT Factory Trained or NFI certied professionals.

For use with a listed gas-red unvented

decorative room heater not to exceed 40,000

BTU/hr. Do not build a wood re.

Monessen • LSTF36-B Installation and Operating Manual • 4613-900 • Rev B • 10/19

Summary of content (22 pages)

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Installation & Owner’s Manual Installation, Care, and Operation INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference. NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual! Model(s): LSTF36-B WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
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Safety Alert Key: DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the fireplace or to property. • • • • Table of Contents Installation Standard Work Checklist 3 1 Welcome A.
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ATTENTION INSTALLER: Follow this Standard Work Checklist This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjuction with, not instead of, the instructions contained in this installation manual. Customer: Lot/Address Model (circle one): LSTF36-B Date Installed: Location of Fireplace: Installer: Dealer/Distributor Phone # Serial #: WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install fireplace acording to these instructions can lead to a fire or explosion.
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1 Welcome A. Congratulations Read this manual before installing or operating this fireplace. Please retain this manual for future references. Congratulations on selecting a Monessen Hearth gas firebox. It is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and efficiency. This manual should be retained for future reference. We suggest that you keep it with your other important documents and product manuals.
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► B. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies, on behalf of its hearth brands (“HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: WARRANTY PERIOD: distributor, whichever occurs earlier. However, the warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product is produced in the following table.
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY continued) WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites. • • This warranty is only valid in the country in which the HHT authorized dealer or distributor that sold the appliance resides. • Contact your installing dealer for warranty service.
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY continued) This warranty is void if: • • • There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY • have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.
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2 Important Safety and Operating Information OWNER INSTALLER Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. WARNING! • • • • Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.
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Continued from page 7 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. The initial break-in operation should last two to three hours with the burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate. Any odors remaining after this initial break-in period will be slight and will disappear with continued use. Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are for elevations up to 2,000 feet.
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3 General Installation Information The new LSTF36-B is a vent free firebox. It features a self contained heat circulating system. This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of this vent free fireplace system. Do not alter or modify the firebox or its components under any circumstances.
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4 Firebox and Framing Dimensions PLANNING THE INSTALLATION Notice: Illustrations displayed in this manual reflect "typical" installations with nominal dimensions and are for design and framing reference only. Actual installations may vary due to individual design preferences. However, always maintain minimum clearances to combustible materials and do not violate any specific installation requirements.
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FIREPLACE FRAMING 11-1/2” 11-1/2” 2x4 section to be installed after fireplace is set in place to attach nailing flanges and end 2x4. Gas Connection 24” 46” 21” 23” Figure 4.2 Top View of Framing Specifications 23” WARNING! The fireplace must be installed giving full consideration to the clearance and height requirements identified in this manual. 37-1/2” 42-1/2” Figure 4.
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5 Hearth Dimensions and Firebox Locations C Ref. LSTF36-B A 33½" B 19" C 27¾" A B Figure 5.1 Minimum Hearth Dimensions FIREBOX LOCATION Carefully select the best location for installation of your vent free firebox. The following factors should be taken into consideration: • Clearance to side wall, ceiling, woodwork and windows. • • • • • • See “Clearances/Height Requirements on page 12. Minimum clearances to combustibles must be maintained.
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6 Clearances Ensure that minimum clearances shown in Figures 6.1 through 6.4 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the firebox. NOTE: The canopy supplied with the unit must be installed for correct mantel clearances. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow these requirements may create a fire hazard. 1.
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5. Mantel clearances: If a combustible mantel is installed, it must meet the clearance requirements as shown in Figures 6.3 & 6.4. 6. Floor clearance: This inner chamber firebox floor must be installed at least 1" above any combustible flooring material, such as carpeting or asphalt tile, which is closer than 14" to the base of the firebox. See Figure 6.5.
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7 Fireplace, Canopy and Gas Line Installation SECURING AND LEVELING THE APPLIANCE 1. Bend out the nailing flanges located on each side of the firebox. 2. Slide the firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later. 3. Level the firebox by checking the top edge of the firebox. Shim if necessary. 4. Anchor firebox to the side framing members using 8d nails or other suitable fasteners. Figure 7.1 5. The canopy must be installed for safe operation of the firebox.
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GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING! Plumbing connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed plumber. Main gas supply must be off when plumbing gas line to fireplace or performing service. Consult all local codes. All gas piping must be installed to comply with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. The 1/2" gas line may enter either from the left side or right side of the firebox.
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8 Combustion Air AK22 INSTALLATION Note: The AK22 is an optional accessory that can be used to bring in fresh air. Use of the AK22 is not required for operation unless specified by local codes. 1. Locate combustion air assembly at an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any manner. Locate assembly a min. of 12" above the snow line to prevent blockage by snow accumulation. 2.
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Outside Wall Inside Wall NO Outlet blocked by snow, leaves, etc. NO Garage or combustible liquids storage NO Attic space NO Outlet placed higher than 3 ft below the termination cap YES Clear area outside house or in ventilated crawl space Factory-built fireplace • Use UL181 Class 1 or Class 0 rigid or flexible ducting. • Install with short run or mainly straight duct, except small dip for cold air trap which will help prevent flow of cold air. • Secure flex duct with screws or wire ties. Figure 8.
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9 Optional Equipment FORCED AIR KIT (BLOTDL) ACCENT LIGHT KIT (MONALST) If you are installing the forced air kit, Model BLOTDL, see the installation instructions provided with the kit for electrical wiring requirements. The firebox must be connected to main power supply at time of firebox installation. The blower must be installed prior to the installation of the vent free heater. The electrical connections must be made before the firebox is framed and enclosed in the finished walls.
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► 10 Service Parts LSTF36-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: July 2018 Lo-Rider Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 36” Vent Free See Through Fireplace 3 2 1 4 10 12 5 6 7 8 9 11 13 16 14 15 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor.
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C. Contact Information – NOTES – Monessen, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 50044 www.monessenhearth.