Monessen Hearth BUF400, BUF500 User Manual

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Monessen Hearth BUF400, BUF500 User Manual

UNVENTED VENT-

 

 

 

 

FREE FIREBOXES

 

 

 

 

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

 

 

INSTRUCTIONS

 

 

 

 

MODELS:

 

 

 

 

BUF400

 

 

 

 

BUF500

 

 

 

 

For use with a listed gas-fired

 

WARNINGS

 

 

WARNINGS

 

unvented decorative room heater

 

 

not to exceed 40,000 BTU/hr. Do

If the information in this manual is not followed

exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing

Not Build a Wood Fire.

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly,

 

property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

 

 

a fire or explosion may result causing property damage,

Carefully review the instructions

personal injury or loss of life.

 

– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

supplied with the decorative type

 

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

unventedroom heater for the mini-

– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

 

other appliance.

 

mum fireplace size requirement.

 

vapo s and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

 

appliance.

 

 

 

– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

 

Do not installan appliance

– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

 

 

• Do not try to light any appliance.

 

in this firebox unless this

 

try

light any appliance.

 

 

• Donot touch any electrical switch; do not use

firebox meets the minimum

 

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any

 

any phone in your building.

 

dimensions required for

 

phone in your building.

 

 

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a

the installation.

 

• Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor's

 

neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

 

 

phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

 

 

 

instructions.

 

 

 

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire

 

 

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the

 

 

department.

 

 

 

fire department.

 

 

– Installation and service must be performed by

 

 

and service must be

by

 

 

Installationqua ified installer, service agencyperformedthe gas

 

 

a qualified installer, service agency or the gas

 

 

supplier.

 

 

 

 

supplier.

 

 

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

 

61D1013 2/10 Rev. 8

CONTENTS

Important Safety Information..................................

3

Canopy and Radiant Face Plates Installation.......

13

Product Features.......................................................

5

Other Optional Equipment.....................................

 

14

Before You Start.....................................................

5

Forced Air Kit........................................................

 

14

General Installation Information

6

Brass or Chrome Louvers.....................................

 

14

Brass or Chrome Trim

 

14

Firebox External Dimensions

6

 

Firebrick

 

14

Minimum Hearth Dimensions

7

 

Optional Wide Canopy

 

14

Location of Fireplace

7

 

Illustrated Parts Breakdown

 

15

Clearances and Height Requirements....................

8

 

Fireplace Framing...................................................

10

Using Optional Outside Air Kit...............................

 

16

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

12

Warranty...................................................

Back Cover

61D1013

INSTALLER
Please leave these instructions with the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

OWNER

Please retain these instructions for future reference.

IMPORTANT

Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate a vent-free gas heater in this firebox.

• Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.

WARNING

• 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.

 

• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory, not approved for

 

use with this heater where applicable.

1.Duetohightemperatures,theapplianceshould be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.

2.Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.

3.Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room with the apliance.

4.Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance.

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

6.Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person.

7.To prevent malfunction and/or sooting, an unvented gas heater should be cleaned before use at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways be kept clean.

8.CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING: Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu with headaches, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these signs, obtain fresh air immediately. Have the heater serviced as it may not be operating properly.

9.The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.l/NFPA54.

10.This unit complies with ANSI Z21.91.2001 ventless firebox enclosures for gas-fired unvented decorative room heaters.

11.Do not install heater in a bathroom or bedroom.

12.Correct installation of the ceramic fiber logs, proper location of the heater, and annual cleaning are necessary to avoid potential problems with sooting. Sooting, resulting from improper installation or operation, can settle on surfaces outside the fireplace. See log placement instructions for proper installation.

13.Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Do not allow fans to blow directly into fireplace. Do not place a blower inside burn area of firebox. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Sooting and improper burning will occur.

14.Caution: Candles, incense, oil lamps, etc. produce combustion byproducts including soot. Vent-free appliances will not filter or clean soot produced by these types of products. In addition, the smoke and/or aromatics (scents) may be reburnt in the vent-free appliance which can produce odors. It is recommended to minimize the use of candles, incense, etc. while the vent-free appliance is in operation.

Continued on page 4

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Continued from page 3

15.An unvented gas-fired heater uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. See installation guidelines.

16.Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

17.Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater. They are not intended to be a primary heating appliance.

18.Unvented gas heaters emit moisture into the living area. In most homes of average construction, this does not pose a problem. In houses of extremely tight construction, additional mechanical ventilation is recommended.

19.During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films or bonding agents. These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance; possibly causing headaches, or eye or lung irritation. This is a normal and temporary occurrence.

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.

20.Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are for elevations up to 2,000 feet. For elevations above 2,000 feet, input ratings should be reduced 4 percent for each 1,000 feet above sea level. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code.

21.The appliance and its appliance main gas valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).

22.The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its equipment shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).

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

24.Never burn solid fuels in a fireplace where a unvented room heater is installed.

25.Always have a fireplace screen in place when the appliance is in operation, and unless other provisions for combustion air are provided, the screen shall have an opening(s) for induction of combustion air.

26.Do not fill spaces around the firebox with insulation or other materials. These spaces must be maintained to prevent the firebox from coming in contact with combustible materials.

We suggest that our gas hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U.S. by the National Fireplace Institute® (NFI) as Gas Specialists.

www.nficertified.org

WARNING

Never connect unit to private

 

 

(non-utility) gas wells. This

 

gas is commonly known as

 

wellhead gas.

 

 

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product features

WARNING

Do not attempt to burn solid wood fuels, vented gas log sets, or any other combustible in this unvented firebox. Also, do not install a vent-free gas log set in this firebox if the minimum clearance and height requirements of the log set are too large for the firebox.

The BUF400 and BUF500 are vent-free fireboxes and feature a self contained heat-circulating system.This unit also features a 2-in1, flexible-face system that converts the circulating system into a radiant system in seconds.

This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your vent-free fireplace system.

Do not alter or modify the firebox or its components under any circumstances. Any modification or alteration of the firebox system, including but not limited to the firebox 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.

Make sure you have received all parts

Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received. You should have the following:

 

1. Vent-Free Gas Firebox

3. Five (5) sheet metal screws for canopy

 

2. Canopy

 

4. Installation and Operating Instructions

What you will need for installation

 

TOOLS

 

 

BUILDING SUPPLIES

Phillips screwdriver

• Square

 

• Framing materials

Hammer

• Piping complying with local codes

• Wall finishing materials

Saw and/or sabersaw

• Tee joint

 

• Caulking material (noncombustible)

Level

• Pipe wrench

 

• Fireplace surround materials (noncombus-

tible)

 

 

 

Measuring tape

• Pliers

 

 

• Electric drill and bits

• 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.

notice

Illustrations shown 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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GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION

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, however, and might require a different sequence.

1.Position firebox prior to framing or into prepared framing.

2.Field wire main power supply to models with fan kit. (Electrical connections should only be performed by an experienced, licensed /certified tradesman). Electrical outlet is needed with fan kit.

3.Plumb gas line. (Gas connections should only be performed by an experienced, licensed/certified tradesman).

4.Install vent-free gas log heater per the instructions provided with the vent-free gas log heater.

5.Complete finish wall material, surround and optional hearth extension to your individual taste.

FIREBOX EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS

BUF400: 2413/16"

BUF500: 3013/16"

21"

241/4"

BUF400: 40"

BUF500: 46"

2"

 

 

 

 

BUF400: 36"

 

 

 

 

BUF500: 42"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

61/2"

219/16"

34"

69/16"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6"

 

 

 

 

 

 

103/8"

 

 

 

23/16"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

147/16"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 1 - Firebox Dimensions

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