MHSC Lo-rider LCUF32-R Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

MHSC Lo-rider LCUF32-R Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Vent-free fireboxes

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Lo-rider
Vent-Free Fireboxes
Models:
LCUF32-r, LCUF36C-r
WArNiNGS
if the information in this manual is 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.

Installation and Operation

Instructions
For use with a listed gas-fired unvented
264751
decorative room heater not to exceed
LCUF cover
40,000 BTU/hr. Do Not Build a Wood Fire.
Carefully review the instructions supplied
with the decorative type unvented room
heater for the minimum fireplace size
requirement.
do NoT iNSTALL AN AppLiANCe iN THiS
FireBox UNLeSS THiS FireBox MeeTS
THe MiNiMUM diMeNSioNS reqUired
For THe iNSTALLATioN.
iNSTALLer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CoNSUMer: retain this manual for future reference.
26D4721 5/10 Rev. 11

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operation

    Lo-rider Vent-Free Fireboxes Models: LCUF32-r, LCUF36C-r WArNiNGS if the information in this manual is 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...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CoNTeNTS pLeASe reAd THe iNSTALLATioN & operATiNG iNSTrUCTioNS BeFore USiNG AppLiANCe. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a MHSC fireplace. iMporTANT: read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    iMporTANT SAFeTY iNForMATioN LCUF Vent Free Firebox oWNer iNSTALLer Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. iMporTANT Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate a vent-free gas heater in this firebox. •...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    iMporTANT SAFeTY iNForMATioN LCUF Vent Free Firebox The initial break-in operation should last two to three hours with the burner at the highest setting. Provide iMporTANT: maximum ventilation by opening windows or doors to pLeASe reAd THe FoLLoWiNG CAreFULLY allow odors to dissipate. Any odors remaining after this It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel initial break-in period will be slight and will disappear to give off some expansion and/or contraction...
  • Page 5: General Installation Information

    The LCUF32-R and LCUF36C-R are vent-free fireboxes. They feature a self contained heat-circulating system. This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, In planning the installation for the appliance it is necessary...
  • Page 6: Firebox, Hearth And Framing Dimensions

    Min. Rough Opening  Depth 1/2”  or 5/8” O - Min.  Rough Opening Width Min. Rough Opening Height 2 ” 2 ” 2 ” Figure 1 - Firebox and Framing Dimensions ref. LCUF32-r LCUF36C-r 37" 41" 32" 36" 16" 18" 28M\," 32" MiNiMUM HeArTH diMeNSioNS 264751 18B\," 20Z\x" LCUF firebox dims 23Z\v"...
  • Page 7: Locate Of Firebox

    LCUF Vent Free Firebox LoCATe FireBox and CLeArANCe reqUireMeNTS LoCATe oF FireBox MiNiMUM CLeArANCeS Carefully select the best location for installation of your Ensure that minimum clearances shown in Figures 4 vent-free firebox. The following factors should be taken through 7 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the firebox.
  • Page 8: Clearances And Height Requirements

    CLeArANCeS and HeiGHT reqUireMeNTS LCUF Vent Free Firebox 12” 10” Combustible Material can 23” Contact Top of 8” Fireplace 21” 6” 19” 2 ” 16” Combustible 12” Material Noncombustible Material Only if Needed to Cover Radiant Top Face Above FP2690 FP2688 1"...
  • Page 9: Firebox Framing

    LCUF32-r w/Trim LCUF36C-r w/Trim The classification "noncombustible material" includes, but 37C\v"...
  • Page 10: Gas Line Installation

    GAS LiNe iNSTALLATioN LCUF Vent Free Firebox plumbing connections should only be Connecting directly to an unregulated performed by a qualified, licensed plumber. propane / L.p.G. tank can cause an Main gas supply must be off when plumbing explosion. gas line to fireplace or performing service. Consult all local codes.
  • Page 11: Canopy Installation

    CANopY iNSTALLATioN LCUF Vent Free Firebox iNSTALLiNG CANopY Close fireplace screen panel before A canopy is furnished with each firebox and MUST be installed for safe operation. Figure 11 operating a decorative type unvented room heater. The firebox canopy must not be modified or replaced with a canopy that may be provided with the unvented decorative room heater.
  • Page 12: Combustion Air

    USiNG opTioNAL Ak-4 oUTSide Air kiT LCUF Vent Free Firebox CoMBUSTioN Air 1. Locate combustion air assembly at an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any man- ner. Locate assembly a min. of 12" above the snow line to prevent blockage by snow accumulation.
  • Page 13: Optional Ak-4 Outside Air Kit

    USiNG opTioNAL Ak-4 oUTSide Air kiT LCUF Vent Free Firebox Screws Air Starting do NoT remove the cover if the outside Collar air will not be connected. Duct The use of outside air for combustion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one side of the fireplace.
  • Page 14: Model 403 Duct Connector

    USiNG opTioNAL Ak-4 oUTSide Air kiT LCUF Vent Free Firebox 7. If the duct is the insulated type, push the insulation back from one end of the duct approximately 2". Figure 19 Insulation 8. Slip the exposed end of the duct over the starting collar on the fireplace.
  • Page 15: Replacement Parts And Optional Accessories

    ACCeSSorieS LCUF Vent Free Firebox ref. description qty. LCUF32-r LCUF36C-r Canopy 71D0023 71D0500 26751 Screen Panel 070942 26D4563 LCUF parts Screen Rod 26D0138 26D0132K Firebrick Right - Herringbone 71D1532K 71D2515K Firebrick Left - Herringbone 71D1533K 71D2516K Firebrick Rear - Herringbone...
  • Page 16: Warranty

    After installation, if any of the components manufactured by MHSC in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, MHSC will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner.

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