MHSC 2000 SERIES Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGS
IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE
NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION
MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, services or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance
or additional information consult a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
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.
READ BEFORE INSTALLING. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2000 SERIES
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED
OUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM
FURNITURE AND DRAPERIES.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD
BE ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF
HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND
SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS
OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG
CHILDREN
SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE
SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED
ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
KEEP THE ROOM AREA CLEAR AND
FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS,
GASOLINE, AND OTHER FLAMMABLE
VAPORS AND LIQUIDS.
SHOULD
BE

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions

    2000 SERIES DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. – Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Important Safety Information ......3 Final Installation ..........24 Wall Finishing..........24 Product Specifications........4 Finishing the Fireplace Flush with a Wall..24 High Altitude Installations......... 4 Installation Components of Fireplace .... 24 Listing and Code Approval......... 4 Glass Removal ..........25 Pre-Installation Information .......
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the owner. Please retain these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate this appliance. 1. DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under 11.
  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS LISTING AND CODE APPROVAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gas Pressure (Inches W.C.) Models Number Gas Type Control Type Manifold 216DV3732NV Natural Gas Milli-volt 19,000 10.5 216DV3732PV Propane/LPG Milli-volt 17,500 13.0 11.0 10.0 216DV4136NV Natural Gas Milli-volt 20,000 10.5 216DV4136PV Propane/LPG Milli-volt 17,500 13.0...
  • Page 5: Pre-Installation Information

    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.
  • Page 6: Fireplace Location

    PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE LOCATION Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e. blower, wall switch, or remote control) are desired.
  • Page 7: Wall And Ceiling Clearance Requirements

    PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION WALL AND CEILING CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS Ensure that minimum clearance shown in Figure 3 is maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the appliance. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow these requirements may create a fire hazard.
  • Page 8: Combustible Clearances

    PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION COMBUSTIBLE CLEARANCES The appliance is a zero clearance fireplace with ribs/spacers defining the minimum space to the sheet metal outer shell. Combustibles may be placed up against these spacers. Do NOT place combustibles (i.e., insulation, wood, etc.) closer than allowed by the spacers or a fire hazard may exist.
  • Page 9: Minimum Vent Clearances To Combustible Materials

    PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION MINIMUM VENT CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS The minimum clearances to combustibles for vent pipe require three (3) inches at the top and one (1) inch at the sides and bottom for horizontal sections of the vent system until the flue goes through the nearest vertical wall. Make sure you have a one (1) inch clearance around the pipe at any vertical wall.
  • Page 10: Framing Dimensions

    PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FRAMING DIMENSIONS Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance is set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and fireplace facing mantel. Figure 6 shows a typical framing of this appliance. See Figure 1 for firebox dimensions.
  • Page 11: Finishing Material

    PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FINISHING MATERIAL NOTE: Any remote wiring (i.e. remote control, wall switch, and optional fan) must be done prior to final finishing to avoid costly reconstruction. Never obstruct or modify the air inlet or outlet grills (louvers). This may create a fire hazard.
  • Page 12: Vent Installation

    VENT INSTALLATION VENT INSTALLATION POSITIONING THE FIREPLACE NOTE: The fireplace must be installed giving full consideration to the clearance and height requirements identified in this manual. 1. Bend out the six (6) nailing flanges located on the sides and top of the fireplace 2.
  • Page 13 VENT INSTALLATION � V – Vertical H – Horizontal Elbow (5 inches) 30 inches Max Elbow (5 inches) 30 inches Corner Max 1 foot Min 5 feet Max � 2 feet Min 10 feet Max 3 feet Min 15 feet Max 4 feet Min 20 feet Max °...
  • Page 14: Installing Vent Components

    VENT INSTALLATION �� V, Vertical H, Horizontal 1 foot Min 5 feet Max 2 feet Min 10 feet Max 3 feet Min 15 feet Max 4 feet Min 20 feet Max �� NOTE: H1 and V1 dimension must � satisfy these two conditions: <...
  • Page 15 VENT INSTALLATION ° ° NOTE: Two 45 elbows (P/N 945) may be used in place of one 90 elbow (P/N 990). Any horizontal run must have a " rise for every one (1) foot of run towards the vent termination. Never allow the vent to run level or downward. This could cause high temperatures and may present a fire hazard.
  • Page 16 VENT INSTALLATION 5. A wall or ceiling firestop (P/N 963) MUST BE installed if the vent passes through a wall or ceiling. � For wall � � � � • Cut a 9 "x9 " hole through the interior or exterior wall. The center of the hole is the centerline of the horizontal pipe.
  • Page 17: Vent Termination

    VENT INSTALLATION VENT TERMINATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Roof Pitch H Min (ft.) Flat to 6/12 1.00 Listed Vertical 6/12 to 7/12 1.25 Termination Cap Over 7/12 to 8/12 1.50 � Over 8/12 to 9/12 2.00 Listed Gas Vent � Over 9/12 to 10/12 2.50 ��...
  • Page 18 VENT INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION Inside Corner Detail � � � � � � � � � � � � � ����� � � ������ ������ ����� � ��� ������ � � �������� � � � � � � � �...
  • Page 19 VENT INSTALLATION Any horizontal run must have a " rise for every one (1) foot of run towards the vent termination. Never allow the vent to run downward. This could cause high temperatures and may present a fire hazard. Termination cap must be positioned such that the arrow or top side facing you is pointed up.
  • Page 20: Gas Line Installation

    GAS LINE INSTALLATION GAS LINE INSTALLATION NOTE: 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 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.
  • Page 21: Electrical Wiring

    GAS LINE ELECTRICAL WIRING INSTALLATION 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. Contact your dealer immedi- ately.
  • Page 22: Remote Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REMOTE WALL SWITCH A remote wall switch and fifteen (15) feet of 18 Ga. wire are provided as standard with this fireplace. The wire has been pre-wired at the valve and routed through the right side, outer shell. (Access is also available on the left side through the square hole on that side).
  • Page 23: Optional Dc Remote Systems

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION OPTIONAL DC REMOTE SYSTEMS These instructions replace the section entitled “Hearth Mount” in the Millivolt hand held remote instructions supplied with the remote. 1. Cut cable to length (approximately 12”) for placement in the fireplace. 2. Strip back 1/4” of the insulation from both ends of each wire. 3.
  • Page 24: Final Installation

    FINAL INSTALLATION WALL FINISHING DEFINITIONS: Combustible Materials - Materials made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, or other materials that are capable of being ignited and burned. Such materials are considered combustible even though flameproof, fire retardant, treated, or plastered.
  • Page 25: Glass Removal

    FINAL INSTALLATION GLASS REMOVAL To remove the glass… 1. Remove the top bottom louver. 2. Open the lower access door. Using your right hand, simply unlatch the handle by pushing the green handle down. 3. Use your left hand to pull the bottom flange forward as you push the handle toward the rear of the fireplace. 4.
  • Page 26: Rock Wool Placement

    FINAL INSTALLATION ROCK WOOL PLACEMENT Rock Wool Starting at Front Edge of 1. Place rock wool on burner to provide glowing Back Holes embers. For best results, pull the rock wool apart Back into pieces the size of a nickel or smaller. Holes 2.
  • Page 27: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE LIGHTING THE FIREPLACE Read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this homeowner manual. • • Before lighting, check the fireplace for possible gas leaks. • Before lighting, check for possible obstructions that could be blocking the vent termination or the front louvers.
  • Page 28: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these Instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 29: Lighting Instructions For Millivolt Ignition

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS MILLIVOLT IGNITION 1. STOP! Read the safety information on page 28. 2. Open lower door to reveal RS-OFF-ON rocker switch and gas valve. 3. Turn RS-OFF-ON rocker switch to “OFF.” Turn remote switch to “OFF.” 4. Push in gas valve knob and turn clockwise to “OFF.”...
  • Page 30: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season BURNER, PILOT AND CONTROL COMPARTMENT Keep the control compartment, logs, and burner areas surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year.
  • Page 31: Vent System

    MAINTENANCE VENT SYSTEM The fireplace and venting system should be inspected before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field service person. Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the airflow. Inspect entire venting system to ensure proper function.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING STANDING PILOT IGNITION SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1. Spark ignitor will not A. Wire disconnected. A. Open door and check to make sure wire is connected to ignitor. light pilot after B. Check for spark at electrode and pilot. If no spark and electrode repeated triggering of B.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING STANDING PILOT IGNITION SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 6. Glass Soots A. Flame impingement on logs A. Install log set per the instructions Inspect the injector and air intake area. Make sure this area does not have any blockage from debris and clean. Check gas supply.
  • Page 34: Illustrated Parts Lists

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTS FIREBOX COMPONENTS � �� �� � � � � � �� � � � 37D0334...
  • Page 35 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTS FIREBOX COMPONENTS Item Description 216DV3732 216DV4136 216DV4742 Standard Features Junction Box Assembly 26D2128K 26D2128K 26D2128K Black Louver 26D0695 26D0697 26D0699 Hood/Canopy 37D0286K 37D0288K 37D0537K Temper Glass Frame Assembly 37D1040K 37D1041K 37D0615K Factory Installed Options Brass Louver 26D0701K 26D0703K 26D0705K Ceramic Glass Frame Assembly...
  • Page 36: Standing Pilot - Millivolt Control

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTS STANDING PILOT — MILLIVOLT CONTROL 10,11,12,13 37D0334...
  • Page 37 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTS STANDING PILOT – MILLIVOLT CONTROL Item Description 3732NV 3732PV 4136NV 4136PV 4742NV 4742PV Gas Valve Assembly 37D0117 37D0118 37D0117 37D0118 37D0117 37D0118 Pilot Assembly 37D0018 37D0019 37D0018 37D0019 37D0018 37D0019 Replacement Thermocouple 37D1067 37D1067 37D1067 37D1067 37D1067 37D1067 Replacement Igniter and Wire 37D1069...
  • Page 38: Logs

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTS LOGS � � Item Description 32/36 Rear Log 37D0745 37D1145 Right Log 37D0747 37D1146 Left Log 37D0746 37D1147 � VENT COMPONENTS � � � Item Qty/Box Description Simpson Duravent or Monessen P/N Simpson Horizontal High Wind Termination Cap Horizontal Rigid Pipe Termination Kit HRTK Horizontal Flexible Pipe Termination Kit...
  • Page 39 NOTES 37D0334...
  • Page 40: Limited Lifetime Warranty Policy

    LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY POLICY LIFETIME WARRANTY The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase: Firebox, Combustion Chamber, Heat Exchanger, Grate and Stainless Steel Burners. FIVE YEAR WARRANTY The following components are warranted five (5) years to the original owner, subject of proof of purchase: Ceramic Fiber Logs.

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