Pre-Installation Information; Before You Start; Firebox Framing - Monessen Hearth BDV300 Instruction Manual

pRe-INstAllAtIoN INFoRMAtIoN

BeFoRe you stARt

Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all
instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping
damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage
is found. Do not install any unit with damaged, incomplete,
or substitute parts. Check your packing list to verify that
all listed parts have been received. You should have the
following:
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Fireplace (Firebox and Burner System)
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Rock Wool
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Log Set
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Phillips Screwdriver
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Hammer
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Saw and/or saber saw
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Electric Drill and Bits
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Pliers
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Square
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Caulking Material (Noncombustible)
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Fireplace Surround Material (Noncombustible)
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Piping Complying with Local Codes
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Pipe Sealant Approved for use with Propane/LPG
(Resistant to Sulfur Compounds)
Do not fill spaces around firebox with
insulation or other materials. this could
cause a fire.
colD clIMAte INsulAtIoN
If you live in a cold climate, seal all cracks around your appliance, and
wherever cold air could enter the room, with noncombustible material. It
is especially important to insulate the outside chase cavity between the
studs and under the floor on which the appliance rests, if the floor is above
ground level.
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Framing Materials
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Wall Finishing Materials
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Level
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Tee Joint
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Measuring Tape
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Pipe Wrench
BDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

FIReBox FRAMING

Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance
is set in place. Refer to Figure 2 for firebox and framing
dimensions. The framing headers may rest on the top of
the firebox standoffs. Do not bring headers below top of
standoffs.
The firebox may be installed directly on a combustible floor
or raised on a platform of an appropriate height. When
the firebox is installed directly on carpeting, tile, or other
combustible material, other than wood flooring, the firebox
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the
full width and depth of the enclosure.
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