Important Safety And Operating Information; Fireplace Safety; Clear Space - Heatilator MEL36 Owner's Manual

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Important Safety and Operating Information

A. Fireplace Safety
Most problems are caused by improper installation and op-
eration of the fireplace. To provide reasonable fire safety,
the following should be given serious consideration:
• The fire should be supervised whenever the fireplace is
in use.
• An annual inspection should be performed on the
fireplace system.
• Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your
home to ensure your safety.
• Install a conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher
near the fireplace.
• Devise a practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least
two escape routes.
• Devise a plan to deal with a chimney fire:
- Evacuate.
- Notify the fire department.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Hearth & Home Technologies
disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty and
agency listing will be voided by the following actions.
DO NOT:
• operate damaged fireplace
• modify fireplace
• overfire
• install any unvented gas log set
• install any component not approved by Hearth & Home
Technologies
• install parts or components not Listed or approved
• operate the fireplace without fully assembling all
components
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Heatilator • MEL36, MEL42 Owners Manual • 4044-211 • Rev D • 08/10/15

1. Clear Space

Combustible materials must not be stored on the hearth
extension. Room furnishings such as drapes, curtains,
chairs or other combustibles must be at least 4 ft
(1219 mm) from the front of the fireplace.
Combustible materials are materials made of or sur-
faced with any of the following materials:
- Wood
- Plant fibers
- Plywood/OSB
- Any material that can ignite and burn, flame proofed
or not, plastered or un-plastered.
Non-combustible materials are materials which will not
ignite and burn, composed of any combination of the
following:
- Steel
- Brick
- Concrete
- Glass
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Keep combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of
the fireplace.
DO NOT:
• store flammable materials close to the fireplace
• use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter
fluid or similar liquids to start or "freshen up" a fire in this
fireplace.
48 in. (1219 mm)
Clear Space
Front of Fireplace
Figure 3.1 Clear Space
- Compressed paper
- Plastic
- Drywall
- Iron
- Tile
- Slate
- Plasters
40-1/2 in. (1029 mm)
Clear space bottom of
fireplace to lower edge
of mantel or trim
12 in. (305 mm)
Clear Space
Sides of Fireplace
(from the FP
opening)
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