Monessen Hearth GSTF36 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Monessen Hearth GSTF36 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Monessen Hearth GSTF36 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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DESIGNER VENT-FREE FIREBOXES

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODELS
GSTF36
GPF36
GRCF36
GLCF36
For use with listed gas-fired
unvented decorative type room
heaters not to exceed 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.
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.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
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.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Flexible-Face

Conversion Kit

(Except for Corner Units)
WARNINGS
With 2-in-1
Radiant

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions

    DESIGNER VENT-FREE FIREBOXES INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODELS With 2-in-1 GSTF36 Flexible-Face GPF36 Radiant Conversion Kit GRCF36 (Except for Corner Units) GLCF36 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....................3 GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION..................4 LOCATION OF FIREBOX ........................5 CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS................... 7 FIREPLACE FRAMING ........................9 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION ......................11 GAS LINE INSTALLATION ........................14 CANOPY and RADIANT PLATE INSTALLATION................15 SCREEN and OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION ..............16 BLOWER INSTALLATION ........................
  • 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 this vent-free firebox. • Improper installation or use of the firebox can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Page 4: General Installation Information

    IN THIS FIREBOX IF THE MINIMUM CLEARANCE AND HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS OF THE LOG SET ARE TOO LARGE FOR THE FIREBOX. The GSTF36, GPF36, GRCF36, and GLCF36 Series are vent-free fireboxes. They feature a self-contained heat-circulating system. These units also feature a 2-in-1 flexible-face system (except for corner unit) that converts the circulating system into a radiant system in seconds.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6: Location Of Firebox

    • Do not install in the vicinity where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored. The vent-free firebox must be kept clear and free from these combustible materials. Corner Left GLCF36 Corner Right GRCF36 Peninsula GPF36 See-Through GSTF36 Corner Left GLCF36 Corner Right GRCF36 Figure 2 - Suggested Firebox Locations 43D0121...
  • Page 7: Clearances And Height Requirements

    3. Back Wall Clearance — The appliance may be placed against a combustible back wall. 4. Parallel Wall Clearance — The clearance from the opening of the firebox to any wall that is parallel to the opening should not be less than 36" (GSTF36 and GPF36 models only). Refer to Figure 4. ���...
  • Page 8 CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS 5. Mantel clearances — The canopy supplied with the unit must be installed. If a combustible mantel is installed, it must meet the clearance requirements detailed in Figure 5. 6. Floor clearance — This firebox hearth must be installed at least 6 "...
  • Page 9: Fireplace Framing

    FIREPLACE FRAMING Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance is set in place. GPF36 GRCF36 & GLCF36 Construct firebox framing following Figures 8 through 14 on pages 9 and Peninsula Corner 10 and the chart to the right and on page 10 for your specific installation A 19"...
  • Page 10: Fireplace Framing And Installation

    � � Figure 12 - Top View of Framing Specifications for Figure 13 - Framing Specifications for See-Through Unit (Model GSTF36) See-Through Unit (Model GSTF36) The fireplace must be installed giving full consideration to the clearance and height requirements identified in this manual.
  • Page 11: Fireplace Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION PENINSULA UNIT (GPF36) INSTALLATION 1. Slide firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later. 2. Bend out two (2) nailing flanges to 90°, 3. Level and plumb firebox by checking edges of Nailing Flange firebox.
  • Page 12 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION SEE-THROUGH UNIT (GSTF36) INSTALLATION 1. Locate pre-attached nailing flanges on the end of firebox as shown in Figure 16. DO NOT REMOVE PRE-ATTACHED NAILING FLANGES. 2. Secure nailing flanges to corner posts using four (4) self-taping screws. See Figure 16.
  • Page 13 FIREPLACE NSTALLATION RIGHT (GRCF36) AND LEFT (GLCF36) CORNER INSTALLATION 1. Locate pre-attached nailing flanges as shown in Figure 19. DO NOT REMOVE PRE-ATTACHED NAILING FLANGES. Corner 2. Secure nailing flanges to corner posts using two (2) Post self-taping screws. See Figure 19. 3.
  • Page 14: Gas Line Installation

    " gas line may enter either from the left side or right side of the firebox for See-Through Unit (GSTF36). Gas access holes are provided on both sides of the firebox.
  • Page 15: Canopy And Radiant Plate Installation

    3. Tighten side screws. Make sure the canopy is level unvented decorative room heater. and secure. 4. Repeat on other side for See-Through Unit (GSTF36) and Peninsula Unit (GPF36). Install the 20" canopy on the shorter end with two (2) screws (GRCF36/GLCF36).
  • Page 16: Screen And Optional Equipment Installation

    For Other Accessories see to Page 21. FORCED AIR KIT (CIRCULATING VENT-FREE SYSTEMS ONLY) If you are installing the forced air kit Model BLO on the GSTF36, GPF36, GCRF36 or GCLF36 units, see the installation instructions below. 43D0121...
  • Page 17: Blower Installation

    BLOWER INSTALLATION Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician, main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service. The blower when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70.
  • Page 18 BLOWER INSTALLATION Velcro ATTACHING BLOWER TO FIREBOX WALL Use the supplied velcro and magnetic strips to attach blower to firebox wall. VELCRO METHOD 1. Remove tape from back of velcro pads. 2. Remove access panel from bottom of firebox. See Figure 27 . 3.
  • Page 19: Glass Removal For Cleaning

    GLASS REMOVAL FOR CLEANING REMOVING GLASS FOR CLEANING (GPF ONLY) Do not operate the Peninsula 1. Remove two (2) screws from the top cover. See Figure 28. Unit (GPF36) without glass 2. Unhook the glass frame by pulling upwards. attached to the firebox. 3.
  • Page 20: Illustrated Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST � � � � � � � �� � � � � �� �� � �� � �� �� � 43D0121...
  • Page 21: Standard Features

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST STANDARD FEATURES ITEM DESCRIPTION GRCF/GLCF 36" Canopy 26D0715 26D0715 – 36" Canopy – – 26D0715 20" Canopy – – 43D0169 Screen Panel 43D0092 43D0092 – Screen Panel – – 43D0092 Screen Rod 26D0138 26D0138 – Screen Rod –...
  • Page 22 NOTES 43D0121...
  • Page 23 NOTES 43D0121...
  • Page 24: Limited Lifetime Warranty Policy

    Free Ceramic Fiber Logs, Catalytic Filter and Aluminized Burners. BASIC WARRANTY Monessen Hearth Systems (MHS) warrants the components and materials in your gas appliance to be free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of two years from date of installation. After installation, if any of the components manufactured by MHS in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, MHS will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner.

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