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FACTORY-BUILT WOOD BURNING
FIREPLACES FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS
BWBC400MHB
BWBC500MHB
FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACES
U.L. FILE NO. MH7603
These fireplaces have been tested
to U.L. Safety Standard 127, and
listed by
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Look for the UL listing mark on
your fireplace.
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.
READ BEFORE INSTALLING. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
36" and 42"
CONGRATULATIONS!
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Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions
FACTORY-BUILT WOOD BURNING FIREPLACES FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODELS BWBC400MHB BWBC500MHB FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACES U.L. FILE NO. MH7603 These fireplaces have been tested to U.L. Safety Standard 127, and listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Look for the UL listing mark on your fireplace. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Listing and Code Approval ... 2 Important Safety Information ... 3 Fireplace Usage ... 4 Product Features ... 5 How This Fireplace Works ... 6 Fireplace Location ... 8 Fireplace Dimensions ... 9 Fireplace Installation ... 9 Safety Strip Installation ... 10 Hearth Extension ... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
INSTALLER Please leave these instructions with the owner. • Read these instructions entirely before beginning any part of the installation. Save these instructions for any future repairs. • Use these instructions as a guide during the installation of the fireplace. •... -
Page 4: Fireplace Usage
These fireplaces are designed to sit directly on a combustible floor. Except as noted by this instruction manual, only parts manufactured by Monessen Hearth Systems. and labeled for use with these specific fireplaces should be used in the instal- lation and operation of these fireplaces. The use of improper parts in the installation and operation of these fireplaces can be hazardous and voids the warranty. -
Page 5: Product Features
If a gas appliance is installed in one of the fireplaces, installation must be in accordance with nation fuel gas code ANSI Z223.1 Guidelines for safely installing and operating one of the gas appliances (gas lot set) described above are contained in the instructions provided with the gas appliance.The installer of the gas appliance must describe the operation of the fireplace and gas appliance to the individuals who will be operating them. -
Page 6: How This Fireplace Works
HOW THIS FIREPLACE WORKS As wood is burned in the fireplace, room air enters the fireplace through its “cool air inlet”, circulates around the firebox, and exits the fireplace through its “warm air outlet.” See Figure 2. This air circulation cools the firebox. - Page 7 For large fires, the maximum heating benefit from the fireplace will be obtained with its glass doors fully open. The open doors will allow more radiant heat to be emitted out of the front opening of the fireplace. When the glass doors are open, close the fireplace’s mesh screens to help keep burning embers from popping out of the firebox.
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Page 8: Fireplace Location
FIREPLACE LOCATION The following factors should be taken into consideration: • This fireplace should have sufficient access for its safe operation and main- tenance. • The SVTR firestop thimble allows chimney to be passed between joist and rafters or trusses placed 16" on center. See Chimney Installation, page 14. •... -
Page 9: Fireplace Dimensions
Outside Connector Center Line " TOP VIEW BWBC400MHB " BWBC500MHB " Framing Dimension FRONT VIEW 1. Place fireplace in the desired location. Securely support and level fireplace. Check face of the fireplace with a carpenterʼs level. If fireplace is not plumb, correct it by placing shims under the edges of fireplace. -
Page 10: Safety Strip Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION SAFETY STRIP INSTALLATION You must place the metal safety strip (packed with your fireplace in two pieces) beneath the fireplace front before installing hearth extension Slide safety strip approximately 1 safety strip. See Figures 8 and 9. HEARTH EXTENSION For manufactured home installations, use the Model H1652 (400 unit) or Model H2066 (500 unit) hearth extension or an equivalent hearth extension* acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. - Page 11 *HEARTH EXTENSION EQUIVALENTS Hearth extensions are made of a steel. You may purchase these materials locally to fabricate hearth extensions. You can construct hearth extensions from any noncombustible material that is For example, an insulating material materials " thick with a “K” value of 0.43 or lower is equal to the H1652 or H2066 hearth extensions. See Figure 8, page **MICORE CV230 is manufactured by U.S.
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Page 12: Unpacking Fireplace
Unpack and check the fireplace and chimney for damage. If any items are been damaged or missing, contact your Monessen Hearth Systems dealer. Do not substitute parts. Use only parts listed for use with Monessen Hearth Systems Models BWBC400MHB and BWBC500MHB fireplaces. - Page 13 CLEARANCES (CONTINUED) WARNING • You must use Model SVTR Thimble • It is recommended for safety and reducing heat loss that firestopping be used at the ceiling level for chase installation even if local codes do not require firestopping. • Do not insulate chase with blown or fill type insulation.
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Page 14: Chimney Installation
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTALLING CHIMNEY SAFETY INFORMATION You must properly install the chimney to assure safe and satisfactory performance of the fireplace. This is an important part of the installation. Review the Chimney Installation Section thoroughly. SMH Chimney Kit and SMH2 Chimney Kits are used most often in contemporary fireplace installations. If you plan to use the SMH or SMH2 Chimney Kit, check to make sure you have all parts. -
Page 15: Firestop And Chimney Installation
FIRESTOP THIMBLE AND THIMBLE EXTENSION A firestop thimble is required in the chimney installation of all fireplaces safety-certified for installation in manufactured homes. For shielding purposes, the firestop thimble must pass through the manufactured home ceiling and extend up to the roof line of the manufactured home. - Page 16 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION FIRESTOP THIMBLE AND THIMBLE EXTENSION 3. For unventilated cathedral type ceiling on double-wide manufactured homes, the firestop thimble should extend through both the ceiling and roof structures. See Figure 15. SVTR Firestop Thimble May Be Trimmed Off Flush with Roof Line if It interferes with Flashing Figure 15 - Unvented Cathedral Type Ceiling 4.
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Page 17: Elbow Installation
ELBOW INSTALLATION The following are important points that should be observed when installing elbows on the fireplace. 1. Securely nail down all four (4) support straps to the surround- ing structure of all elbows not installed directly on top of the fireplace. -
Page 18: Offset Installation Sequence
CHIIMNEY INSTALLATION OFFSET INSTALLATION SEQUENCE Determine the location and amount of offset required. Select the combinations of chimney sections and elbows required from the Chimney Height and Offset Charts. CHIMNEY HEIGHT CHART (FROM TOP OF UNIT OR FINISHED HEARTH) Height Intermediate Sections (Inches) 12"... -
Page 19: Chimney Cap Installation
OFFSET INSTALLATION SEQUENCE 1. Install the first SE30 elbow by placing the male end of the 8" diameter flue elbow into the mating part of the fireplace or chimney section. Press down until the snap locks engage. 2. Insert the female end of the 11" diameter outer elbow onto the mating part of the fireplace or chimney section . Press down until the snap locks engage. - Page 20 CHIIMNEY INSTALLATION CHIMNEY CAP INSTALLATION Be careful to avoid electrical shock hazard when contacting wires to metal chimney components. 1. Extend the regular chimney sections until the top of the chimney is 4" below the total flue height desired. 2. Remove the shingles from around the chimney so that the flashing may be installed and sealed.
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Page 21: Outside Combustion Air
Fireplaces in manufactured homes must be supplied with outside combustion air. PRECAUTION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Avoid extremely long runs and numerous turns in the flex duct leading from the fireplace to the air inlet assembly. These conditions will increase the resistance to the free flow of air through the flex duct. -
Page 22: Trim And Mantel Installation For Wood Burning Fireplaces
TRIM AND MANTEL INSTALLATION FOR WOOD BURNING FIREPLACES • The fireplace face may be left exposed or trimmed with material such as brick, stone, or marble. If trim is installed, fasten it securely to face of fireplace. Seal any cracks between trim material and face of fireplace. -
Page 23: Locating Mantel
TRIM AND MANTEL INSTALLATION FOR WOOD BURNING FIREPLACES LOCATING MANTEL Maximum depth of mantel is 12" A = 6½" - Minimum from top of fireplace opening to bottom of any combustible trim material sticking out no more than 1½" beyond face of fireplace B = 12"... -
Page 24: Glass Door Installation
GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION REMOVING GLASS DOORS You need to remove the glass doors to replace a damaged glass panel, to replace a refractory component inside the fireplace, or to more easily access glass panels for cleaning purposes. Note: An adjustable spring clip is installed on each side of the top track for the glass doors. The spring clips are used to hold the doors in place and keep the doors aligned. -
Page 25: Replacing A Glass Panel
REPLACING A GLASS PANEL 1. After removing door assembly, place the door assembly face down on a solid flat surface pro- tected by cloth, cardboard, etc. 2. Carefully remove any broken or damaged glass panel. Locate glass spring retainers which keep the glass panels in the upper and lower trim chan- nels. -
Page 26: Reinstalling Glass Door
GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION Figure 30 - Inserting Bottom Pivot Pin into Pivot Bushing REINSTALLING GLASS DOOR 1. Insert the doorʼs bottom pivot pin into the appropriate pivot bushing located in the bottom panel of the fireplace. See Figure 30. 2. With the door assembly folded together, gently maneuver the door assemblyʼs upper pivot pin into the hole in the adjust- able spring clip located in the top track for the glass doors. -
Page 27: Fireplace Operation
Fireplace damper must be fully opened when using a gas appliance. ADVANTAGES OF A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE These are practical and ecological advantages of using wood as a fuel. Also to be considered is the aesthetic appeal. Most of us consider a wood fire with nostalgia. We enjoy the aroma and find the flickering light of a cozy hearth reminding us of things past. -
Page 28: Building And Tending A Fire
FIREPLACE OPERATION BUILDING AND TENDING A FIRE The first three fires should be of moderate size to allow the fireplace to adjust and cure before being subjected to larger fires. First, make sure your room is well ventilated, your damper open and the flue is unobstructed. -
Page 29: Glass Doors
GLASS DOORS The glass doors on the fireplace must be fully open while building a fire. The glass doors may be closed after the fire is established, but do not close the doors on an excessively hot fire as this may harm the glass in the doors. The glass must be allowed to warm slowly. -
Page 30: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE FIREPLACE MAINTENANCE 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 clean. The slow absorption of moisture into the ashes over a long period of time could corrode metal fireplace parts. -
Page 31: Refractory Components Maintenance
REFRACTORY COMPONENTS MAINTENANCE Over time, expansion and contraction will cause minor cracking of the hearth, back, and side refractory components. This is normal and unavoidable. If the cracks become large enough or parts dis- lodge and metal behind the refractory is exposed, the refractory components should be replaced with new components obtained from your fireplace dealer. -
Page 32: Chimney Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE Creosote, Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. -
Page 33: Maintenance And Safety
9. Donʼt use the fireplace or chimney for venting wood or coal burning heaters or inserts unless approved in writing by Monessen Hearth Systems. 10. Donʼt attempt to use the fireplace until the installation is complete. 11. Donʼt clean the chimney with metallic devices or chemi-... -
Page 34: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. 61D0087... - Page 35 Glass Spring Retainer Pivot Bushing Handle Package Assembly Grate Retainer Retainer Clip Nail Down Strap Safety Metal Strip Complete with glass panels and bi-fold trim Black finish only 61D0087 REPLACEMENT PARTS BWBC400MHB 031867 61D0001 61D0102 61D0101 61D0020 61D0100 32D0232 26D0619 077996 029935...
- Page 36 REPLACEMENT PARTS REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER REPLACEMENT PARTS Item Part No. Description SE30 Elbow offset/return package containing two 8" diameter 30° elbows 0 to 6/12 variable pitch roof flashing for contemporary installation; one 612 flashing required with SC round chimney cap on 0 to 6/12 pitch roof Round chimney cap for contemporary installation;...
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- Page 39 NOTES ATTENTION APPLIANCE INSTALLER PLEASE RETURN THESE OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CONSUMER! 61D0087...
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Page 40: Limited Warranty
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS 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.
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