Kingsman MCVST42NE, MCVST42N, MCVST42LPE, MCVST42NH, MCVST42NHE Installation Instructions Manual

Model Numbers:

MCVST42N, MCVST42NE, MCVST42LP, MCVST42LPE

Certified to:

ANSI Z21.50-2014 • CSA 2.22-2014
ZERO CLEARANCE VENTED GAS FIREPLACE

Model Numbers:

MCVST42NH, MCVST42NHE, MCVST42LPH, MCVST42LPHE

Certified to:

ANSI Z21.88-2014 • CSA 2.33-2014
ZERO CLEARANCE VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER

Installation Instructions

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

A Division of R-Co. Inc.
2340 Logan Ave.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
R2R 2V3 Ph.: [phone]
Printed in Canada May 5, 2015
Part# 42MCVST-MAN14

For Propane Horizontal installations the

venting must be an additional one foot

above the minimum vertical rise off the flue

before going horizontal.

This appliance may be installed in an

aftermarket, permanently located,

manufactured home (USA only) or mobile

home, where not prohibited by local codes.

This appliance is only for use with the type

of gas indicated on the rating plate. This

appliance is not convertible for use with

other gases, unless a certified kit is used.

BENTLEY ST

Table of Contents

INFORMATION

Table of Contents…………………………………………………………………………………………………………...........

2-3

Glass Safety / Termination Cap Safety- All Units……………………………………………………………………………...

4

Warnings, Installations, and Operations………………………………………………………………………………………..

5-6

Pre-installation Questions and Answers………………………………………………………………………………………..

7

Operating Instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

7

Recommendations for Finishing of Clean View Installations…………………………………………………………..........

8

Mobile Home/Manufactured Housing Installation……………………………………………………………………………..

9

MCVST42 INSTALLATION

Framing- Nailing Tab Guide……………………………………………………………………………………………………..

10

Framing Your Gas Fireplace…………………………………………………………………………………………………….

11

Locating Your Appliance / Fireplace Dimensions……………………………………………………………………………..

12

Framing Dimensions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

13

Facing Requirements…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

14

Basic Finishing 1: MCVST42 With Screen Only…………………………………………………………………………….

15

Basic Finishing 2: MCVST42 With S1 or S1PF Surround………………………………………………………………….

16-17

Basic Finishing 3: Concrete Board Behind S2PF Surround (3/4” Maximum Total Thickness)…………………………

18

Basic Finishing 4: Stone or Brick Around S2PF Surround…………………………………………………………………

19

Basic Finishing 5: Tile Border Behind S2PF Surround (3/4” Maximum Total Thickness)………………………………

20

Basic Finishing 6: MCVST42 With MQZCV42DD & Stone, Brick, or Tile Boarder………………………………………

21-22

ZCV-TLK Tile Lip Kit……………………………………………………………………………………………………….........

23

Mantel Clearances………………………………………………………………………………………………………............

24

MCVST42 Clearance to Combustibles…………………………………………………………………………………………

25

ACCESSORIES

MCVST42Child Safety Screen Installation…………………………………………………………..............................……

26

Surround Installations……………………………………………………………………………………………………….……

27

MQZCV42DD Designer Door Installations………………………………………………………………………………..……

28

MST42PL Porcelain Liner Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………..

29

MST42RL Brick Liner Installation………………………………………………………………………………………………..

30

Baffle Removal (Heater Rated Units) / Deflector Removal (Decorative Units)……………………………………………..

31

MST42-GT Installation / Removal……………………………………………………………………………………………….

32

M42-LG Installation / Removal…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

33

MQ42LOG1 8 Piece Driftwood Log Set - For use with GT Glass Tray……………………………………………………..

34

MQ42LOG1 8 Piece Driftwood Log Set - For use with M42LG Log Grate………………………………………………….

35

MQ42LOG2 7 Piece Oak Log Set - For use with GT Glass Tray……………………………………………………………

36

MQ42LOG2 7 Piece Oak Log Set - For use with M42LG Log Grate………………………………………………………..

37

M42LOG3 6 Piece Driftwood Log Set - For use with GT Glass Tray……………………………………………………….

38

M42LOG4 8 Piece Oak Log Set - For use with M42LG Log Grate………………………………………………………….

39

UHS Box / Component Locations………………………………………………………………………………………….……

40

ULK3 Universal Light Kit…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

41

MCVST42 Z46FK Fan Kit Installation…………………………………………………………………………………….……

42

Split Receptacle- Fan Speed Control Outside of Fireplace……………………………………………………………..……

43

RBCB1 -Cannonballs- Installation Instructions………………………………………………………………………….........

44

MQ Dealer Accessories for MCVST42 / MCVP42 (Glass)……………………………………………………………..........

45

MQSTONE, MQROCK, MQEMBER……………………………………………………………………………………………

46

GENERAL INSTALLATION, USE, AND MAINTENANCE

Door Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

47

Door and Glass Information………………………………………………………………………………………………..…....

48

Gas Line Installation………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….....

49

Millivolt System, Lighting, and Burner Control…………………………………………………………………………...…....

50

Troubleshooting the Gas Control System………………………………………………………………………………...…....

51

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Burner System Maintenance…………………………………………………………………………………………………....

52

Conversion Kit Instructions – PART A………………………………………………………………………………………....

53

Gas Conversion Kit For Top Convertible Pilot PART B……………………………………………………………………....

54

Gas Conversion for Modulator – PART C………………………………………………………………………………..…....

55

Burner Removal / Burner System Removal / Installation……………………………………………………………….…....

56

IPI SECTION

IPI Electronic Ignition System……………………………………………………………………………………………...........

57

Remote Control Operation……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

58

IPI Electronic Ignition Parts List – Standard System………………………………………………………………………….

59

Configuration 1: Basic Manual Hi / Lo and manual Off……………………………………………………………………….

60

Configuration 2: Remote On / Off and manual Hi / Lo………………………………………………………………………..

61

Operating the Receiver Without Batteries For GT / EGT / GTM / EGTM Remote Controls………………………………

62

Configuration 3: Remote ON/OFF, Variable HI/LO, and Fan………………………………………………………………...

63

Electronic Ignition Lighting Instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………

64

VENTING

Vent Termination………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

65

General Vent Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………………...........

66

Installation of Side Wall Venting…………………………………………………………………………………………………

66

Venting Routes And Components……………………………………………………………………………………………….

67

Horizontal Venting Table…………………………………………………………………………………………………...........

67

Z58HT Horizontal Installations- Wall Thimble Sizing / Termination Sizing…………………………………………………

68-69

Venting Straight Up Through Roof………………………………………………………………………………………………

70-71

Approved for Power Vent PVH58…………………………………………………………………………………………….

72

PARTS LISTS

PVH58 Parts List……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....

73

MCVST42 Parts List……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

74-75

WARRANTY

Limited Lifetime Warranty……………………………………………………………………………………………….....….....

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-Glass Safety- All Units

-Termination Cap Safety- All Units

WARNING:

WHEN THE HORIZONTAL VENT TERMINATION IS ACCESSIBLE
A CERTIFIED GUARD (SAFETY CAGE) SHALL BE INSTALLED.

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IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
HOME OWNER TO ENSURE THAT
NO ONE TOUCHES A HOT
APPLIANCE.

If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier

shall be replaced with the manufacturer’s

barrier for this appliance.
Any safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for

servicing the appliance, must be replaced prior
to operating the appliance.

 Children and adults should be alerted to the
hazards of the high surface temperatures of this
appliance and should stay away to avoid
burns or ignition of clothing.

 Do not clean when the glass is hot.
 Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Toddlers,

young children and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns.
 A physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals in the house. To restrict access to a fireplace or

stove, install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers, young children and other at risk individuals out of the
room and away from hot surfaces.

 Do not leave the fireplace remote control where it is accessible to children.

SAFETY CAGES ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL HORIZONTAL VENT TERMINATIONS.

CHECK WITH YOUR DEALER.

 TERMINATION CAP IS HOT! Do not place flammable materials on or within 24 inches of termination caps.
 It is imperative that the vent termination be located observing the minimum clearances as shown in manual.
 There must not be any obstruction such as bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks or utility buildings within 24"

from the front of the termination plate.
 Do not locate termination where excessive snow or ice build-up may occur. Be sure to check vent termination

area after snow falls and clear to prevent accidental blockage of venting system. When using snow blowers,
make sure snow is not directed towards vent termination area.

 Venting terminal shall not be recessed into a wall or siding.

Warnings, Installations and Operations

WARNING

FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF YOUR GAS FIREPLACE PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

1. Do not clean when the glass is hot.

2. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

3. Using a substitute glass will void all product warranties.

4. For safe operation, glass doors must be closed.

5. When purging the gas line, the glass front must be removed.

6. Do not strike or abuse glass. Take care to avoid breakage.

7. Do not alter gas orifice.

8. No substitute materials may be used other than factory
supplied components.

9. This appliance gives off high temperatures and should be
located out of heavy traffic areas and away from furniture and
draperies.

10. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of the high
surface temperatures of this appliance and should stay away to avoid burns or ignition of clothing.

11. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Toddlers, young children
and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals
in the house. To restrict access to a fireplace or stove, install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers, young children and
other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.

12. Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, paper) be used in this appliance.

13. Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified. Any parts that have to be removed for servicing should be
replaced prior to operating this appliance.

14. Any safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.

15. Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance should be inspected before use and at
least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from
carpeting, bedding material, et cetera. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways
of the appliance be kept clean. Make sure that the gas valve and pilot light are turned off before you attempt to clean this
unit.

16. Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance. This appliance should not be used as a
drying rack for clothing nor should Christmas stockings or decorations be hung from it.

17. Do not use this heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the heater
and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

18. Do not operate appliance unless completely installed as per installation instructions.

19. Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this
appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

20. WARNING: Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass
should be done by a licensed or qualified service person.

21. The appliance area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and
liquids.

22. The front of the fireplace gives off high temperatures that could ignite combustible material which is kept close to the front of
the unit.

23. Ensure that power to the Fireplace is turned off before servicing.

24. Do not operate this Fireplace without the glass front or with a broken glass.

25. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the

owner’s information manual provided with this appliance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified

installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

26. Operation of this appliance when not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system or tampering with the
blocked vent shutoff system can result in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death.

27. This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be
plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

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Installation Regulations

This gas appliance must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with local building codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the current
CAN/CSA-B149.1 or .2 Installation Code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code Z223.1- NFPA 54 when installed in the United States.

This appliance, when installed, must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the
current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code or with the National Electrical Code; ANSI/NFPA 70 when installed in the United States.

In the U.S.A. Thermostats are not permitted for Vented Gas Fireplaces (ANSI Z21.50b-Decorative).

 Gas fired appliances may be used only for supplemental heat and/or decorative purposes and under no circumstances shall they

NOTE: It is recommended that a Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector be installed in or near bedrooms and on all levels of your home.
Place a detector about 15ft [4.5m] outside the room that houses your gas appliance.

Certified for installation in a bedroom or bed/sitting room. In Canada must be installed with listed millivolt thermostat.

In the U.S.A. Thermostats are not permitted for Vented Gas Fireplaces (ANSI Z21.50b-Decorative).

In USA see local codes.

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provide a primary heat source.

 This appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance.

Operations and Maintenance Instructions

For safe installation and operation note the following:

• Venting systems should be periodically examined by a qualified agency.

• The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed.

• The Burner/Log Assembly has been engineered and permanently adjusted for proper flame control.

• Periodically remove the logs from the grate assembly and vacuum any loose particles from the grate and burner areas. See Log

Placement page to remove logs. Vacuum burner parts and replace logs.

• Never use your gas fireplace as a cooking device.

• Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify

proper operation after servicing.

Installation Requirements for the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the installer or service agent shall be a plumber or gas fitter licensed by the Commonwealth.
When installed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or where applicable codes; the unit shall be installed with a CO detector per the

requirements listed below.

1. For direct-vent appliances, mechanical-vent heating appliances or domestic hot water equipment, where the bottom of the vent
terminal and the air intake is installed below four feet above grade the following requirements must be satisfied:

A. If there is not one already present, on each floor level where there are bedroom(s), a carbon monoxide detector and alarm

shall be placed in the living area outside the bedroom(s). The carbon monoxide detector shall comply with NFPA 720.

B. A carbon monoxide detector shall be located in the room that houses the appliance or equipment and shall:

 Be powered by the same electrical circuit as the appliance or equipment such that only one service switch services

both the appliance and the carbon monoxide detector;

 Have battery back-up power;
 Meet ANSI./UL 2034 Standards and comply with NFPA 720; and
 Have been approved and listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory as recognized under 527 CMR.

C. A Product-approved vent terminal must be used, and if applicable, a Product-approved air intake must be used.

Installation shall be in strict compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions. A copy of the installation instructions shall
remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation.

D. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be mounted at the exterior of the building, four feet directly above the location of

vent terminal. The plate shall be of sufficient size to be easily read from a distance of eight feet away, and read “Gas Vent
Directly Below”.

2. For direct-vent appliances, mechanical-vent heating appliances or domestic hot water equipment where the bottom of the vent
terminal and the air intake is installed above four feet above grade the following requirements must be satisfied:

A. If there is not one already present, on each floor level where there are bedroom(s), a carbon monoxide detector and alarm

shall be placed in the living area outside the bedroom(s). The carbon monoxide detector shall comply with NFPA 720.

B. A carbon monoxide detector shall:

 Be located in the room that houses the appliance or equipment;
 Be either hard-wired or battery powered or both; and

 Shall comply with NFPA 720.

A Product-approved vent terminal must be used, and if applicable, a Product-approved air intake must be used. Installation shall be in
strict compliance with the manufacturer instructions. A copy of the installation instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment
at the completion of the installation.

For the state of Massachusetts a T-handle gas shut-off valve must be used on a gas appliance. This T-handle gas shut-off valve must be listed and
approved by the state of Massachusetts. This is in reference to the state of Massachusetts state code CMR238.

Pre-installation Questions and Answers

Operating Instructions

1. Be sure to read and understand all the instructions in this manual before operation of appliance.

2. Ensure all wiring is correct and properly enclosed to prevent possible shock.

3. Check for gas leaks.

4. Make sure the glass door is properly installed before operation. Never operate the appliance with the glass door
removed.

5. Make sure venting and termination cap are installed and unobstructed.

6. If brick or porcelain liners are used, ensure they are installed.

7. Verify that the pilot can be seen when lighting the appliance. If not, the log or rock placement is incorrect.

8. If the unit is turned off, you must wait a minimum of 60 seconds before re-lighting it.

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About curing of the paint

Your stove or fireplace has been painted with the highest quality silicone stove paint. This paint dries quickly in 15-20
minutes when first applied at the factory. However, due to the high temperature silicone components, the paint will cure
when heat is applied to the appliance as it is first used. The following information applies to the curing process to get the
paint fully hard and durable.

Fire the appliance four successive times for 10 minutes each firing and a 5 minute cool down between each. Be aware
during log and firebox paint curing that a white deposit may be developing on the inside of the glass doors. It is important
to remove this white deposit from the glass doors using a fireplace glass cleaner.

 Babies, small children, pregnant women and pets should leave the area during the cure phase.
 Ventilate well, open doors and windows.
 Do not touch during curing.

Why does my fireplace or stove give off odour?

It is normal for your fireplace to give off some odour. This is due to the curing of the paint, adhesives, silicones and any
undetected oil from the manufacturing process as well as the finishing materials used with the installations (e.g. marble,
tile and the adhesives used to adhere this product to the walls can react with heat and cause odours).

It is recommended that you burn your gas fireplace or stove for a minimum of four hours at a time with the fan off (if a fan
is present) after the curing of the paint has been completed. These odours can last upward to 40 hours of burn time; keep
burning at a minimum of four hours per use until odours dissipate.

Noise coming from the fireplace?

Noise is caused by the expansion and contraction of metal as the appliance heats up and cools down. This is normal and
is similar to the sounds produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or longevity of
your fireplace.

Recommendations for Finishing of Clean View Installations

Non-Combustible Facing
Material Screwed to Framing.

Do Not drive long screws into bottom of fireplace frame.
This may damage internal parts.

Non-Combustible
Facing Material
Screwed to Framing.

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When finishing the wall around the fireplace, it is critical that the wall covering be fastened properly. It is acceptable to
pre-drill holes and use self-tapping screws which may be used to fasten a backer for tile, marble, etc. Screws being
installed through non-combustible board should be self-tapping type with a maximum length of 2 inches. Wall covering
fasteners, such as screws or nails, are not permitted in some locations.

 Do not drill or install longer screws which may penetrate into the lower panel area as this may damage internal
components.

 Only non-combustible materials may be used over the face of the appliance.
 We recommend that DUROCK (non-combustible material) be tied in to the entire perimeter of framing for durability.

Finishing Recommendations (Obtained from professional construction contractors and finishers):

 Frame unit with metal studs (minimum 20 gauge).
 Minimum of 1/2” DUROCK cement board (this non-combustible panel is ULC listed as a wall shield/floor protector) and

fasten to the entire perimeter framing.

 Use fiberglass (mesh) tape for all joints in area of the fireplace.
 Use Yellow joint mud (contains high amounts of glue) – two coats, finishing with one coat of green topping mud, sand

and prep for painting.

 If not using a surround, a metal “L” Trim may be used to finish perimeter of DUROCK.
 Refer to the following website for more information on using DUROCK Cement Board: www.cgcinc.com

OTHER NOTES:

-A full single sheet of non-combustible board (no joints) above the unit is recommended if possible.

-It is preferred to attach the non-combustible board to framing only and not directly to the unit to allow for expansion and
contraction during normal operation.

-Lighter colored painted surfaces may discolor due to heat exposure.

Mobile Home/Manufactured Housing Installation

Warning: Do not compromise the structural integrity of the manufactured home wall, floor

or ceiling, during installation of appliance or venting.

Appliance Must Be Secured To
Structure Using Supplied Nailing
Tabs And Or Fastened To Floor.

Use Existing Hole Or Remove

Existing Screw To Mount Ground

Wire (Nailing Tab Screw).

Serrated Or Star Washer

Ground Wire From Appliance To

Steel Chassis Of Mobile Home.

USE 8GA COPPER WIRE.

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This Direct Vent System Appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions and the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or the current Standard for Fire Safety Criteria for
Manufactured Home Installations, Sites, and Communities ANSI/NFPA 501A, and with CAN/CSA Z240 MH Mobile Home Standard in
Canada.

THE VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS (ANSI Z21.88-2009) IN THIS MANUAL MAY BE INSTALLED IN MANUFACTURED

(MOBILE) HOMES AFTER FIRST SALE IN THE USA.

THE VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS (ANSI Z21.88-2009) IN THIS MANUAL MAY BE INSTALLED IN MANUFACTURED

Please follow the current ANSI/NFPA 70 National Electrical Code in the USA and CAN/CSA C22.1 Canadian National
Electrical Code in Canada.

An appliance must be grounded to the steel chassis of the home with 8 ga. copper wire using a serrated or star washer to
penetrate paint or protective coating to insure grounding.
Use carriage bolt at the attachment point (see diagram above) to secure the appliance to the floor.

For required venting components see venting installation in appropriate section of this manual.

(MOBILE) HOMES IN CANADA.

MCVST42 Framing- Nailing Tab Guide

These Nailing Tabs can be used in two ways:

1/2” Drywall Flush with Face of Fireplace –

Fireplace and Combustible Wall to be covered

with a surround or Non-Combustible Materials

(e.g. Stone around Fireplace).

Framing Flush with Face of Fireplace -Fireplace to be covered

with Non-Combustibles (e.g. Concrete Board) for Flat Wall

appearance.

[Qty] 4 Nailing Tabs are
located on each side of the
fireplace.

Nailing Tab

Framing Stud

Drywall

Non-Combustible
Material (eg. Stone)

Nailing Tab
Framing Mount

Nailing Tab

Nailing Tab

Framing Stud

Drywall

Non-Combustible Material
(eg. Stone)

Nailing Tabs
Must Be
Rotated 180°
And Folded
Back Onto
Framing Stud.

Nailing Tab

Framing Stud

Framing Stud

Flush Surface

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MCVST42 Framing Your Gas Fireplace

This section is intended for qualified installers only. Before beginning, make note of where the gas and electrical accesses are

Specifications

1. Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this fireplace against non insulated exterior wall or chase,
it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes. Drywall & vapor barrier
must be installed over insulation to prevent contact of insulation and unit.

2. Choose fireplace location and frame in accordance with the fireplace framing dimensions specified (view diagrams).

3. Drywall or other combustible material can extend up to the Drywall Stops located on the sides of the unit, and up to
the bottom and top.

4. A Hearth is not required for this unit.

Certified for installation in a bedroom or bedsitting room. In Canada must be installed

with listed millivolt thermostat (Not permitted for decorative vented gas fireplaces installed

in the U.S.A.). In USA see local codes.

Stand-off Locations

Make note of where the stand-off locations are. These stand-offs are provided as indicators to illustrate the
boundaries for framing. Therefore, no framing material is permitted to extend beyond these stand-offs.

Vertical Venting in Cold Climates

In cold climate conditions where temperatures go below -10 degrees Celsius or 14 degrees Fahrenheit, we recommend
that the chase be insulated and where the vent pipe enters into the attic space that the pipe be wrapped with an
insulated Mylar sleeve. This will increase the temperature of the vent and help the appliance to vent properly in cold
weather conditions.
It is also important in vertical vented direct vent appliances that the appliance be operated daily during the winter months
as this will help stop the termination from freezing up. We recommend using a thermostat (Not permitted for decorative
vented gas fireplaces installed in the U.S.A.) set at room temperature to allow the unit to cycle.
For IPI models it may be necessary to set the appliance to Standing Pilot mode to maintain heat in the cavity. The
purpose of this procedure is to prevent cold air from penetrating the chimney and then onto the living space. Therefore,
when the internal temperature is slightly elevated the fireplace is able to freely exhaust its combustion and hence making
it easier to startup.

Caution: [Qty4] Standoffs on top of the unit must be
folded into position & screwed down Prior to installation.

Holes are provided in bottom
of unit to secure appliance to

floor after installation.

Nailing Tabs
[Qty4 per Side]

Nailing Tabs
[Qty4 per Side]

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located on the unit. This will streamline the construction process. Furthermore, familiarize yourself with the venting and
clearance requirements (see Venting section) for this appliance. Failure to comply with those requirements can seriously
compromise the safety and operation of the fireplace.

MCVST42 Locating Your Appliance

MCVST42 Fireplace Dimensions

ISLAND

ALL UNITS MAY BE

VENTED VERTICALLY

PENINSULA

SEE THROUGH

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See Mantel Leg Clearances

Instruction for the proper

placement of fireplace.

MCVST42 Framing Dimensions

These structures are not load bearing.

NOTE: Framing depth shown (23-1/16”) will leave face of fireplace ½” proud of framing
on both sides. Adjust framing to desired depth based on finishing requirements. Refer
to Nailing Tab Guide section also.

Optional floor cutout for gas line if coming up
through floor.

TOP VIEW

*For Propane Horizontal installations the venting must be an additional one foot
above the minimum vertical rise off the flue before going horizontal.

Framed fireplace opening.

58-1/2” MIN

for NG

70-1/2” MIN

for LP

Plus Rise of ¼”

Per Foot*

Vertical Venting MUST maintain 1” clearance to combustibles.

BOTTOM OF FIREPLACE

58-1/2” MIN for NG

70-1/2” MIN for LP

Plus Rise of ¼” Per Foot*

Z58WTS Must be used in
enclosures below 73”.

Vent Framing (Vertical or Horizontal)

9” Round Hole through Masonry.
12” x 12” Framing for Combustible.

51-3/8”

51-3/8”

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MCVST42 Facing Requirements Required Non-Combustible Areas

Any materials covering the face of the fireplace must be non-combustible (i.e. brick stone, tile, concrete board).

This area can have

a combustible

surface (i.e. hearth)

Note: Do not drive
excessively long
screws into the
face of the unit as
internal parts may
be damaged.

IF COVERING FIREPLACE

FACE with concrete board

Recommended Coverage

is 44” x 52-3/4” Screwed to

Framing

Recessed

Combustible Wall is

allowed above

framing header

See Basic

Finishing 1-6

also

Combustible

Mantel Line

Any materials covering the

face of the fireplace MUST

be non-combustible (i.e.

brick stone, tile, concrete

board).

Metal Non-

Combustible Header

Strip (3-1/2” x 42”)

Supplied for the

application of a Non-

Combustible fireplace

covering (i.e. brick

stone, tile, concrete

board, etc.).

Can be Removed

and replaced by
concrete board.

THIS SECTION
MUST BE NON

COMBUSTIBLE

This area can have
a combustible
surface (i.e. drywall)

51-3/8”

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Safety Screens require 1-3/16” space on top of fireplace opening and 1” on sides and bottom to allow for installation & removal.

Basic Finishing 1: MCVST42 With Screen Only

Step One: Frame Fireplace with nailing tabs oriented as

shown.

Step Two: Use Non-Combustible Header Strip on top
frame of fireplace and Drywall to finish face of wall.

NOTE: Drywall will be flush with fireplace face.

Step 3: A brick, tile, or other non-combustible border may

be applied over fireplace face to conceal border.

IMPORTANT NOTE!: If installing tile, brick, or other non-

combustible material around the perimeter of the screen: you

MUST Leave 1” of the face exposed around the fireplace

opening on the Bottom and Sides, and 1-3/16” exposed on the
top. This is to install and remove the safety screen. See
drawings below. A Tile Lip Kit is Available. Part No. ZCV-TLK

Nailing Tab

Non-Combustible Header Strip

1-3/16” MIN

Fireplace
Opening

Drywall

1” MIN

Fireplace Frame

Required

Clearance

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Basic Finishing 2: MCVST42 With S1 or S1PF Surround

Step One: Remove Non-Combustible Header Strip. Frame

Fireplace with nailing tabs oriented as shown.

Step Two: Do not use Non-Combustible Header Strip on
top frame of fireplace. Use Concrete Board.

NOTE: Wall will be flush with fireplace face.

Step 3: Once wall is completely finished, Screen with Surround

may be installed. Surround will conceal edges of fireplace.

IMPORTANT NOTE! If installing tile, brick, or other

material around the perimeter of the surround:

You MUST Leave 4” of the face exposed around the fireplace
opening on the Sides, 4” at the Bottom for the S1PF, and S1
must be clear at Bottom. 4-1/16” must be exposed on the top.
This is to install and remove the Surround. See drawings below.

A Tile Lip Kit is available. Part Number ZCV-TLK.

Nailing Tab

Concrete Board

4-1/16” MIN

Fireplace
Opening

Drywall

4” MIN

Drywall

Concrete Board

Remove Non-Combustible

Header Strip

S1 or S1PF Surround

Required Clearance

S1 Surround

Drywall

Concrete Board

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Fireplace
Opening

Required Clearance

S1PF Surround

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Basic Finishing 3: Concrete Board Behind S2PF Surround (3/4” Maximum Total Thickness)

Step One: Frame Fireplace with nailing tabs oriented as

shown.

Step Two: Use Concrete Board to cover fireplace face.
NOTE: Optional ZCV-TLK Tile Kit is available. Maintain

clearances shown. See bottom drawings also.

Step 3: Concrete Board with optional Tile Lip shown below.

IMPORTANT NOTE!: If installing tile, brick, or other non-

combustible material around the perimeter of the S2PF2 Surround,
Maintain clearances shown below. Also See Basic Finishing 4.

Nailing Tab

Optional ZCV-TLK Tile Kit

1-3/16” MIN

Fireplace
Opening

1” MIN

Concrete

Board

Concrete Board

S2PF Surround

Required

Clearance

S2PF

Surround

1” MIN

1-3/16” MIN

Optional ZCV-TLK Tile Kit

Concrete

Board

Concrete Board

1-3/4” MIN

1-15/16” MIN

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Basic Finishing 4: Stone or Brick Around S2PF Surround

Step One: Frame Fireplace with nailing tabs oriented as

shown.

Step Two: Use Non-Combustible Header Strip on top
frame of fireplace and Drywall to finish face of wall.

NOTE: Drywall will be flush with fireplace face.

Step 3: A stone, brick, or other non-combustible border

may be applied over fireplace face to conceal border.

IMPORTANT NOTE!: If installing stone, brick, or other non-

combustible material around the perimeter of the surround:
you MUST Leave 1-3/4” of the face exposed around the
fireplace opening on the Bottom and Sides, and 1-15/16”
exposed on the top. This is to install and remove the surround.
See drawings below. A Tile Lip Kit (ZCV-TLK) is available.

Nailing Tab

Non-Combustible Header Strip

1-15/16” MIN

Fireplace
Opening

Drywall

1-3/4” MIN

Fireplace Frame

Stone, Brick, etc.

S2PF Surround

Required

Clearance

S2PF

Surround

Stone, Brick, etc.

Fireplace
Opening

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Basic Finishing 5: Tile Border Behind S2PF Surround (3/4” Maximum Total Thickness)

Step One: Frame Fireplace with nailing tabs oriented as

shown.

Step Two: Use Non-Combustible Header Strip on top
frame of fireplace and Drywall to finish face of wall.

NOTE: Drywall will be flush with fireplace face.

Step 3: A tile, brick, or other non-combustible border may

be applied over fireplace face to conceal border.

IMPORTANT NOTE!: If installing tile, brick, or other non-

combustible material around the perimeter of the surround:

you MUST Leave 1” of the face exposed around the fireplace

opening on the Bottom and Sides, and 1-3/16” exposed on the
top. This is to install and remove the surround. See drawings
below. A Tile Lip Kit (ZCV-TLK) is available.

Nailing Tab

Non-Combustible Header Strip

1-3/16” MIN

Fireplace
Opening

Drywall

1” MIN

Fireplace Frame

Drywall

Tile

Tile

Tile

S2PF Surround

Required

Clearance

S2PF

Surround

Fireplace
Opening

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Basic Finishing 6: MCVST42 With MQZCV42DD & Stone, Brick, or Tile Boarder

Step One: Remove Non-Combustible Header Strip. Frame

Fireplace with nailing tabs oriented as shown.

Step Two: Do not use Non-Combustible Header Strip on
top frame of fireplace. Use Concrete Board.

NOTE: Wall will be flush with fireplace face.

Step 3: A stone, brick, or other non-combustible border

may be applied to the wall. Maintain clearances from
fireplace opening below.

IMPORTANT NOTE! When installing stone, brick, or other

material around the perimeter of the surround:
You MUST Leave 2-9/16” of the fireplace face exposed around
the fireplace opening on the Sides, 2” at the Bottom, and 3­1/8” must be exposed on the top. This is to install and remove
the Door Frame. See drawings below.
A Tile Lip Kit (ZCV-TLK) is available.

Nailing Tab

Concrete Board

2-9/16” MIN

Fireplace
Opening

Drywall

3-1/8” MIN

Stone, Brick, Tile, etc.

Remove Non-Combustible

Header Strip

Back Frame of

MQZCV42DD Door

Required Clearance

MQZCVDD Door

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ZCV-TLK Tile Lip Kit

ZCV39

Fireplace Facing Choice

Height of
Side Pieces

Side Clearance
from Opening

Length of Top &
Bottom Pieces

Top Clearance
from Opening

Bottom Clearance
from Opening

Screen Only

31-9/16”

1”

35”

1-3/16”

1”

ZCV39S2PF Surround

-with 1/2” thick facing
material behind

31-9/16”

1”

35”

1-3/16”

1”

ZCV39S2PF Surround

-Facing Materials Up to
Edge of Surround

33-1/16”

1-3/4”

36-1/2”

1-15/16”

1-3/4”

ZCV39S1 Hearth Mount
Surround

35-7/16”

4”

41”

(Top Only

Required)

4-1/16”

No Bottom piece

required

ZCV39S1PF 4” Picture

Frame Surround

37-7/16”

4”

41”

4-1/16”

4”

ZCV39DD Designer Door

34-1/2”

2-5/8”

38-1/4”

3-1/8”

2”

(No Bottom piece

required if installed at

hearth level)

ZCV42 / MCVST42

Fireplace Facing Choice

Height of
Side Pieces

Side Clearance
from Opening

Length of Top &
Bottom Pieces

Top Clearance
from Opening

Bottom Clearance
from Opening

Screen Only

34-11/16”

1”

39-1/16”

1-3/16”

1”

ZCV42S2PF Surround

-with 1/2” thick facing
material behind

34-11/16”

1”

39-1/16”

1-3/16”

1”

ZCV42S2PF Surround

-Facing Materials Up to
Edge of Surround

36-3/16”

1-3/4”

40-9/16”

1-15/16”

1-3/4”

ZCV42S1 Hearth Mount
Surround

38-9/16”

4”

45-1/16”

(Top Only
Required)

4-1/16”

No Bottom piece

required

ZCV42S1PF 4” Picture

Frame Surround

40-9/16”

4”

45-1/16”

4-1/16”

4”

ZCV42DD Designer Door

37-5/8”

2-9/16”

42-1/4”

3-1/8”

2”

(No Bottom piece

required if installed at

hearth level)

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Contents of Kit: Qty. [4]
Tile Lip pieces 45-1/16”
long, Qty. [12] screws.

Instructions: Refer to the
charts below to find your
installation choice.

-Cut [2] tile lip pieces to
height of sides, and [2] to
length of top & bottom.

-Install onto face of fireplace
so that screwing flange will
be beneath facing materials.

NOTE: Pay close attention
to minimum clearance from
fireplace opening.