Summary of Contents for Monessen Hearth BWB400 Series
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BWB400, BWB400I, BWBC400 BWBC400I W NSTALLATION BWB400-SERIES RADIANT TYPE U. L. HESE FIREPLACES ARE "S" S WITH ERIES CHIMNEY SYSTEM COMPONENTS DYS24/18(N,P)(M,V) U ODELS WITH THE TANDARD . 075629 FIREPLACE HOOD MUST BE INSTALLED WHEN MANTLE IS INSTALLED AT OPENING...
ABLE OF ONTENTS You have chosen the finest wood burning fireplace available. Your fireplace has been designed for years of heating and viewing enjoyment. Please take time to read this entire manual before installing or operating your fireplace. Listing and Code Approvals ...2 Important Information ...3 Operation Guidelines ...4 Clearances ...
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This fireplace is designed to sit directly on a combustible floor. The fireplace must be installed with clearances to combustible building materials as specified by this manual. Only parts manufactured by Monessen Hearth Systems and labeled for use with this fireplace should be used in the installation of the fireplace except for special roof flashings that may be fabricated locally.
Because cold air infiltration may be unavoidable in some structures, Monessen Hearth Systems is not responsible for heat loss or air infiltration through or around the fireplace.
IREPLACE OCATION CAUTION: Do not install fireplace over carpeting. This fireplace does not weigh more than large pieces of furniture and can normally be located near a load bearing wall without requiring additional foundations or supports. If however, the fireplace is to be trimmed with a heavy stone or brick facing and hearth extension, be sure the supporting structure is adequate.
NSTALLATION REPARATION Survey the planned location for the fireplace for overhead plumbing or electrical wires, etc., that might complicate the installation or endanger persons installing or cleaning the chimney. Avoid a location where the chimney cap will be near abrupt changes in the roof shape, nearby wall or embankments, under or near trees or above the roof of a single story wing of a two story building as shown by Figure 8.
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NSTALLATION REPARATION IGURE SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH ATTIC SPACE ATTIC SPACE SC CHIMNEY CAP SC CHIMNEY CAP 3 FT. MIN. OR 2 FT. ABOVE 3 FT. MIN. OR 2 FT. ABOVE STORM COLLAR STORM COLLAR ANY POINT WITHIN 10 FT. ANY POINT WITHIN 10 FT.
LOOR ROTECTION If this fireplace is installed on a combustible floor, the floor area 16 inches in front of, and 8 inches either side of the fireplace opening must be protected by an insulating noncombustible hearth extension. This hearth extension may be either minimum 6-inch thick stone or brick as shown by Figure 10, a H1652 Hearth Extension Kit or a locally constructed hearth equivalent which has a "K"...
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LOOR ROTECTION The ability of insulating material to retard the transfer of heat may be expressed as either Thermal Conduc- tance (C), Thermal Conductivity (K), or Thermal Resistance (R). The mathematical relationship of these values and the formulas for converting one value to another is as follows: C=K divided by the material thickness (Example C = .43 divided by 1/2 (.50) C = .86)
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IREPLACE OMPONENTS IGURE SF36A OR SF36AI SF36A OR SF36AI FIREPLACE FIREPLACE SE30 30 SE30 30˚ 612 OR 1212 612 OR 1212 ELBOW ELBOW FLASHING FLASHING AK4 OR AK6 AK4 OR AK6 COMBUSTION COMBUSTION AIR KIT AIR KIT 53D9031. Rev 1 03/03 SCF36A OR SCF36AI SCF36A OR SCF36AI FIREPLACE...
Monessen Hearth Systems dealer. Before beginning the installation, be sure you have the proper parts in sufficient quantity. Refer to the Parts Diagram and List section of this manual for proper identification of parts. Do not substitute parts. Use only parts listed for use with Monessen Hearth Systems Models BWB400, BWB400I, BWBC400, and BWBC400I fireplaces.
HIMNEY NSTALLATION IGURE "A" "A" FLUE OUTLET FLUE OUTLET HEIGHT HEIGHT 2" MIN. WHEN 2" MIN. WHEN DIM."A" IS 10' DIM."A" IS 10' 2" MIN. WHEN 2" MIN. WHEN DIM."A" IS 10' DIM."A" IS 10' OR LESS OR LESS 1. Lay out, cut and frame openings through all ceilings and the roof at the point where the chimney will pass through.
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HIMNEY NSTALLATION IGURE CENTERLINE CENTERLINE OF CHIMNEY OF CHIMNEY IGURE SNAP LOCK CHIMNEY SNAP LOCK CHIMNEY SUPPORT SECURLY SUPPORT SECURLY TO LOWER PIPES TO LOWER PIPES BEFORE FASTENING BEFORE FASTENING SUPPORT STRAPS SUPPORT STRAPS 53D9031. Rev 1 03/03 ACTUAL ACTUAL CENTER POINT CENTER POINT ROOF PITCH...
HIMNEY FFSET LBOW NSTALLATION The following are important points that should be observed when installing elbows on the fireplace: 1. The support straps of all elbows not installed directly on top of the fireplace should be nailed securely to the surrounding structure.
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HIMNEY FFSET AND IGURE 14-1/2" SF30 FIRESTOP SPACER IGURE SUPPORT STRAPS NOT TO PENETRATE FIRESTOP VERTICAL CHIMNEY ENCLOSURE FASTEN ALL SUPPORT STRAPS SECURELY. VERTICAL CHIMNEY VERTICAL CHIMNEY ENCLOSURE ENCLOSURE RECOMMENDED. RECOMMENDED. DIAGONAL CHIMNEY DIAGONAL CHIMNEY ENCLOSURE ENCLOSURE ACCEPTABLE. ACCEPTABLE. DIAGONAL CHIMNEY ENCLOSURE SUPPORT STRAPS...
HIMNEY NSTALLATION SC C ODEL HIMNEY : The proper height as previously explained is important to assure proper draft and safety. The PECIAL chimney cap extends the flue outlet four inches above the top of the last section of chimney. This should be kept in mind when determining the proper height for the chimney.
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HIMNEY EIGHT AND ABLE INTERMEDIATE SECTIONS HEIGHT (INCHES) 12" 18" 36" 53D9031. Rev 1 03/03 FFSET HARTS CHIMNEY SECTIONS WITH ELBOW OFFSETS ELBOW 48" OTE FOR TRAIGHT Chimney support required at 25' chimney height. OTES FOR The length of the inclined portion of the chimney between elbows must not exceed 6 feet when unsupported, or 20 feet if the chimney is supported at 6 foot intervals using either metal support straps or an LCS chimney support.
HIMNEY HASE The preinstalled chimney sections should be no more than 10 inches below the top of the chase. The installation should be planned so that either a two-foot or three-foot chimney section will be used for the top section. This is necessary to ensure complete engagement of the inlet air telescope and chimney cap into the top section.
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UTSIDE OMBUSTION : 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. Use the model AK4 combustion air kit. IGURE INSULATION RING INSULATION RING INSERT SHORTEST SIDE...
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UTSIDE OMBUSTION UTSIDE OMBUSTION ECOMMENDATIONS 1. Extremely long runs and numerous turns in the duct leading from the fireplace to the combustion air assembly should be avoided. These conditions will increase the resistance to the free flow of air through the duct.
OMBUSTION AK-4 C ODEL OMBUSTION 1. Remove the cover plate from the 4-inch outlet opening location on the left or right outside of the fireplace. DO NOT remove the cover if the outside air will not be connected. 2. Place the insulation ring between the AK-4 starting collar and fireplace wall and place the starting collar (4 inch) into the hole on the side of the fireplace.
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PPLIANCE NSTALLATION : If an unvented gas appliance is installed in the fireplace, the gas appliance must only be operated AUTION with the fireplace glass door fully open (if included). Only unvented gas log set which have been found to comply with the standard for unvented room heaters, ANSI/IAS/AGA Z21.11.2, are to be installed in this fireplace.
PPLIANCE NSTALLATION IGURE INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPLACE OUTER FIREPLACE WRAP INNER FIREPLACE WRAP INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPLACE SIDE BRICK COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MEMBERS FACING MATERIAL COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING TO TOP OF SPACERS.
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NSTALLATION Wall ties should be fastened to the face of the fireplace with sheet metal screws and placed in the mortar joints COMBUSTIBLE of masonry trim. FRAMING MEMBERS MAY BE PLACED IGURE INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPLACE ACROSS TOP SPACERS.
LASS NSTALLATION AND LASS NSTALLATION This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with optional Model GD36P or GD36PB glass doors. For installation of the Models GD36P or GD36PB glass doors, see the instructions provided with the doors. CCESSORY The model BWBC400 and BWBC400I Fireplaces may be equipped with a Model FA2 fan accessory.
IREPLACE PERATION : If a decorative gas appliance is used in the fireplace the fireplace damper must be fixed in an open ARNING position. (See additional operation information in section titled “Operation Guidelines”.) DVANTAGES OF A These are the practical, ecological advantages of wood as a fuel. Also to be considered is the aesthetic appeal.
IREPLACE PERATION You’ll need a minimum of three logs, preferably four, to make a good fire. Add kindling and new logs as needed to rekindle a dying fire. New logs should be added at the rear grate after raking the coals toward the front. D .
Make sure the chimney is clear from any accumulation of soot, creosote or any other debris, and that all joints are intact. Monessen Hearth Systems does not recommend chemical cleaners because some may contain elements that corrode the metal parts of the chimney or fireplace.
This is normal and unavoidable. If the cracks become large enough or parts dislodge and metal behind the refractory is exposed, the refractory panels should be replaced with new panels that can be obtained from you Monessen Hearth Systems fireplace dealer. LASS AINTENANCE For glass door maintenance, see instructions provided with the glass doors.
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25. Don’t clean the chimney with metallic devices or chemical cleaners. 26. Don’t use the fireplace or chimney for venting wood or coal burning heaters or inserts unless approved in writing by Monessen Hearth Systems . 27. Don’t put combustibles within 24 inches of the fireplace opening "W...
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All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer. To ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number, and Quantity of parts needed. BWB400/BWB400I MODEL FIREPLACE KEY NO.
ARTS IAGRAM AND All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer. To ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number, and Quantity of parts needed. BWBC400/BWBC400I BWBC400 BWBC400I...
IMITATIONS AND XCLUSIONS 1. No one has authority to add to or vary this limited warranty, or to create for Monessen Hearth Systems any other obligation of liability in connection with this fireplace and accessory. 2. Monessen Hearth Systems...
AVE A PROBLEM 1. Contact your nearest dealer. If you cannot locate your dealer, call or write Monessen Hearth Systems as indicated below. 2. If you do not receive satisfactory service from the dealer within a reasonable time, write Monessen Hearth Systems and include the date you purchased your fireplace or component, its serial number, and details of the problem you are having.
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TTENTION PPLIANCE NSTALLER LEASE RETURN THESE PERATING NSTALLATION NSTRUCTIONS TO THE ONSUMER 53D9031. Rev 1 03/03...
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BWB500, BWB500I, BWBC500 BWBC500I R NSTALLATION SF42 SERIES U. L. HESE FIREPLACES ARE "S" S WITH ERIES CHIMNEY SYSTEM COMPONENTS NVENTED NVENTED EATERS ANSI Z21.11.2 APPROVED H2853 C ANOPY MUST ALSO BE INSTALLED WARNING: DO NOT SET IN ANY OF THESE FIREPLACES WITH THE CHIMNEY REMOVED ESIDENTIAL PERATION AND 42 I...
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You have chosen a fine woodburning fireplace. These fireplaces have been designed and manufac- tured for years of heating and viewing enjoyment. Please take time to read this entire manual before installing or operating your fireplace. Listing And code Approvals...2 Important Information...
The use of improper parts in the installation can be hazardous and voids the warranty offered by Monessen Hearth Systems. This fireplace is designed to burn wood. This fireplace is not designed to burn coal, unplumbed liquid fuels, unplumbed gaseous fuels or household refuse.
LEARANCES IGURE RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION ROUND CHIMNEY CAP ROOF FLASHING MODEL 612 FIRESTOP-MODEL SF (REQUIRES 14 1/2 X 14 1/2 OPENING) 1 3/4" MIN. AIR SPACE TO COMBUSTIBLES) CHIMNEY (2" MIN. AIR SPACE TO COMBUSTIBLES MODEL: S12 (1 FT. PIPE) S18 (18 IN.
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IREPLACE OCATION CAUTION: Do not install fireplace over carpeting. This fireplace does not weigh more than large pieces of furniture and can normally be located near a load bearing wall without requiring additional foundations or supports. If however, the fireplace is to be trimmed with a heavy stone or brick facing and hearth extension, be sure the supporting structure is adequate.
NSTALLATION REPARATION Survey the planned location for the fireplace for overhead plumbing or electrical wires, etc., that might complicate the installation or endanger persons installing or cleaning the chimney. Avoid a location where the chimney cap will be near abrupt changes in the roof shape, nearby wall or embankments, under or near trees or above the roof of a single story wing of a two story building as shown by Figure 8.
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NSTALLATION REPARATION IGURE SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH SINGLE STORY INSTALLATION WITH ATTIC SPACE ATTIC SPACE SC CHIMNEY CAP SC CHIMNEY CAP STORM COLLAR STORM COLLAR 3 FT. MIN. OR 2 FT. ABOVE 3 FT. MIN. OR 2 FT. ABOVE ANY POINT WITHIN 10 FT. ANY POINT WITHIN 10 FT.
LOOR ROTECTION If this fireplace is installed on a combustible floor, the floor area 20 inches in front of, and 12 inches either side of the fireplace opening must be protected by an insulating noncombustible hearth extension. This hearth extension may be either minimum 6-inch thick stone or brick as shown by Figure 10, an H2066 Hearth Extension Kit or a locally constructed hearth equivalent to the H2066.
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LOOR ROTECTION The ability of insulating material to retard the transfer of heat may be expressed as either Thermal Conduc- tance (C), Thermal Conductivity (K), or Thermal Resistance (R). The mathematical relationship of these values and the formulas for converting one value to another is as follows: C = K divided by the material thickness (Example C = .43 divided by 1/2 (.50) C = .86)
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IREPLACE OMPONENTS IGURE SF42A/SF42AI 612-1212 SE30 30∞ FLASHING ELBOW 403 DUCT AK4 COMBUSTION CONNECTOR AIR ASSEMBLY CHIMNEY CAP Must use with VFK 53D9032. Rev 1 03/03 GD42B OR GD42PB SCF42A/SCF42AI GLASS DOOR KIT SF FIRESTOP SC ROUND CHIMNEY CAP FP-4-U UNINSULATED FLEX PIPE CHIMNEY...
Before beginning the installation, be sure you have the proper parts in sufficient quantity. Refer to the Parts Diagram and List section of this manual for proper identification of parts. Do not substitute parts. Use only parts listed for use with Monessen Hearth Systems Models BWB500, BWB500I, BWBC500, and BWBC500I fireplaces.
HIMNEY NSTALLATION IGURE "A" "A" FLUE OUTLET FLUE OUTLET HEIGHT HEIGHT 2" MIN. WHEN 2" MIN. WHEN DIM."A" IS 10' DIM."A" IS 10' 2" MIN. WHEN 2" MIN. WHEN DIM."A" IS 10' DIM."A" IS 10' OR LESS OR LESS 1. Lay out, cut and frame openings through all ceilings and the roof at the point where the chimney will pass through.
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HIMNEY NSTALLATION IGURE CENTERLINE CENTERLINE OF CHIMNEY OF CHIMNEY IGURE SNAP LOCK CHIMNEY SNAP LOCK CHIMNEY SUPPORT SECURLY SUPPORT SECURLY TO LOWER PIPES TO LOWER PIPES BEFORE FASTENING BEFORE FASTENING SUPPORT STRAPS SUPPORT STRAPS 53D9032. Rev 1 03/03 ACTUAL ACTUAL CENTER POINT CENTER POINT ROOF PITCH...
HIMNEY FFSET LBOW NSTALLATION The following are important points that should be observed when installing elbows on the fireplace: 1. The support straps of all elbows not installed directly on top of the fireplace should be nailed securely to the surrounding structure.
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HIMNEY FFSET AND 14-1/2" IGURE SF30 FIRESTOP SPACER SF30 FIRESTOP SPACER IGURE SUPPORT STRAPS SUPPORT STRAPS NOT TO PENETRATE NOT TO PENETRATE FIRESTOP FIRESTOP VERTICAL CHIMNEY VERTICAL CHIMNEY ENCLOSURE ENCLOSURE FASTEN ALL SUPPORT FASTEN ALL SUPPORT STRAPS SECURELY. STRAPS SECURELY. VERTICAL CHIMNEY VERTICAL CHIMNEY ENCLOSURE...
HIMNEY NSTALLATION SC C ODEL HIMNEY : The proper height as previously explained is important to assure proper draft and safety. The PECIAL chimney cap extends the flue outlet four inches above the top of the last section of chimney. This should be kept in mind when determining the proper height for the chimney.
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HIMNEY EIGHT AND ABLE STRAIGHT RUN CHIMNEY SECTIONS INTERMEDIATE HEIGHT SECTIONS (INCHES) 12" 18" 36" 53D9032. Rev 1 03/03 FFSET HARTS CHIMNEY SECTIONS WITH ELBOW OFFSETS ELBOW 12" 48" TOTAL CHIMNEY SECTIONS INCHES 18" 36" 48" OFFSET 4 1/2 15 1/2 18 1/2 30 1/2 33 1/2...
HIMNEY HASE The preinstalled chimney sections should be no more than 10 inches below the top of the chase. The installation should be planned so that either an 18-inch or 36-inch chimney section will be used for the top section. This is necessary to ensure complete engagement of the inlet air telescope and chimney cap into the top section.
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UTSIDE OMBUSTION : 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. Use the model AK4 combustion air kit. IGURE INSULATION RING INSULATION RING INSERT SHORTEST SIDE...
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UTSIDE OMBUSTION UTSIDE OMBUSTION ECOMMENDATIONS 1. Extremely long runs and numerous turns in the duct leading from the fireplace to the combustion air assembly should be avoided. These conditions will increase the resistance to the free flow of air through the duct.
OMBUSTION AK4 C ODEL OMBUSTION 1. Remove the cover plate from the 4-inch outlet opening location on the left or right outside of the fireplace. DO NOT remove the cover if the outside air will not be connected. 2. Place the insulation ring between the AK4 starting collar and fireplace wall and place the starting collar (4 inch) into the hole on the side of the fireplace.
PPLIANCE NSTALLATION Improper installation or operation of a gas appliance in this fireplace can allow unburned gas to leak ARNING out which will cause a fire or explosion hazard, or the release of poisonous carbon monoxide into the dwelling which can cause serious injury or death to its inhabitants. To reduce these risks to a minimum, the following important notices and instructions should be read and followed carefully.
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PPLIANCE NSTALLATION 8. Be sure the gas is turned off at the appliance, then turn the gas on at the cut off valve and test the gas line connections for leaks with soapy water solution or a liquid leak detector. DO NOT USE A MATCH OR OTHER FLAME SOURCE TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
NSTALLATION INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPL INSTALLATION OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIALS TO THE FRONT FACE OF THE FIREPLACE COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MEMBERS FACING MATERIAL TO TOP OF SPACERS. IGURE INSTALLATION OF COMBUSTIBLE DECORATIVE TRIM AND THE FIREPLACE SURROUND INSTALLATION OF COMBUSTIBLE DECORATIVE TRIM AND THE FIREPLACE SURROUND COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MEMBERS FACING MATERIAL TO TOP OF SPACERS.
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LASS NSTALLATION AND LASS NSTALLATION This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with optional Model GD42P or GD42PB glass doors. For installation of the Models GD42P or GD42PB glass doors, see the instructions provided with the doors. SSEMBLY The model BWBC500 and BWBC500I Fireplaces may be equipped with a accessory fan Model FA2.
IREPLACE PERATION : If a decorative gas appliance is used in the fireplace the fireplace damper must be fixed in an open ARNING position. (See additional operation information in section titled “Operation Guidelines”.) DVANTAGES OF A These are the practical, ecological advantages of wood as a fuel. Also to be considered is the aesthetic appeal.
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IREPLACE PERATION You’ll need a minimum of three logs, preferably four, to make a good fire. Add kindling and new logs as needed to rekindle a dying fire. New logs should be added at the rear grate after raking the coals toward the front. D .
Make sure the chimney is clear from any accumulation of soot, creosote or any other debris, and that all joints are intact. Monessen Hearth Systems does not recommend chemical cleaners because some may contain elements that corrode the metal parts of the chimney or fireplace.
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AINTENANCE AND IREPLACE AINTENANCE At the end of each heating season or when the fireplace will not be in use for an extended time, the ashes should be removed and the hearth area should be swept as clean as is practical. The slow absorption of moisture into the ashes over a long period of time could cause a condition which would be corrosive to the metal fireplace parts.
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25. Don’t clean the chimney with metallic devices or chemical cleaners. 26. Don’t use the fireplace or chimney for venting wood or coal burning heaters or inserts unless approved in writing by Monessen Hearth Systems. 27. Don’t put combustibles within 24 inches of the fireplace opening "W...
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EPAIR IAGRAMS AND All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer. To ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number, and Quantity of parts needed. BWB500 / BWB500I MODEL FIREPLACE KEY NO.
EPAIR IAGRAMS AND All repair part orders should be placed through your local dealer. To ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model number of your Appliance, Part Name, Part Number, and Quantity of parts needed. BWBC500 / BWBC500I MODEL FIREPLACE KEY NO.
IMITATIONS AND XCLUSIONS 1. No one has authority to add to or vary this limited warranty, or to create for Monessen Hearth Systems any other obligation of liability in connection with this fireplace and accessory. 2. Monessen Hearth Systems...
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AVE A PROBLEM 1. Contact your nearest dealer. If you cannot locate your dealer, call or write Monessen Hearth Systems as indicated below. 2. If you do not receive satisfactory service from the dealer within a reasonable time, write Monessen Hearth Systems and include the date you purchased your fireplace or component, its serial number, and details of the problem you are having.
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