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Monessen Hearth DEB30 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Monessen Hearth DEB30 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR
VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance may be installed
in an aftermarket, permanently
located, manufactured (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.
This is an unvented gas-fi red
heater. It uses air (oxygen)
from the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air
must be provided.
Refer to page 8.
MODELS: DEB20, DEB24, DEB30
Natural Gas or Propane/LPG
Control Type: Manual or Milli-Volt
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly,
a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable
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 fi re
department.
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions

    Refer to page 8. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS MODELS: DEB20, DEB24, DEB30 Natural Gas or Propane/LPG Control Type: Manual or Milli-Volt If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Important Safety Information ... 3 Getting Started ... 5 Product Features and Specifi cations ... 6 Natural Gas ... 6 Propane/LP ... 6 Ignition Controls ... 7 Pilot ... 7 Thermal Generator ... 7 General Installation Information ... 7 Codes ...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    INSTALLER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate this vent-free gas heater. • Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fi re, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Continued from page 3 16. Keep room area clear and free from combustible materi- als, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. 17. Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater. They are not intended to be the primary heating appli- ance.

  • Page 5: What You Will Need For Installation

    MAKE SURE YOU HAVE RECEIVED ALL PARTS: Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received. You should have the following: • Unvented gas log grate/burner assembly • Installation/operating instructions • Ceramic Fiber logs The milli-volt controlled version of this heater is the only style designed to be operated with optional devices for ON/OFF functions.

  • Page 6: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES NATURAL GAS NOTE: An external regulator is required to reduce supply pressure to a maximum of 10 natural gas systems operating at higher pressure. Manual Pressure Regulator Pressure: Setting: 3.0" w.c. Gas Inlet Pressure: Max. 10 " w.c. Min.

  • Page 7: Ignition Controls

    IGNITION CONTROLS Piezo ignitor allows ignition of the pilot without the use of matches or batteries. Manual control has three (3) positions: - All gas to the gas logs is shut off at the valve. - Valve position to light/maintain a standing pilot. - Variable position corresponding to desired flame height.

  • Page 8: General Installation Information

    GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION CODES Adhere to all local codes or, in their absence, the latest edition of THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 or NFPA54 which can be obtained from… ADEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air.
  • Page 9 Figure 1 - Example of a Large Room with 1/2 Wall Divider The following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater rating per the definition of unconfined space: Consider two connecting rooms with an open area between, with the following dimensions: If there were a door between the two rooms the calculation would be based only on the room with the heater.

  • Page 10: Fireplace And Hearth Dimensions

    Unvented Room Heaters per IAS Requirement No. 2-97 ANSI Z21.91-2001 (typically referred to as a "Universal Firebox"), as long as firebox hearth dimensions meet the minimum hearth dimensions shown below. Model DEB20 18" DEB24 " DEB30 " GCUF Series Fireboxes 32, 36, or 42 " 27" 17" "...

  • Page 11: Placement In A Fireplace With A Restrictive Barrier

    PLACEMENT IN A FIREPLACE WITH A RESTRICTIVE BARRIER IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THIS GAS LOG SET The following are guidelines for placing a gas log set in a fireplace that has a restrictive barrier along the bottom front open- ing of the fireplace.
  • Page 12 CLEARANCES HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS The dimensions shown in Figures 4 through 12 and defi ned in the fi replace manufacturer's instructions are minimum clearances to maintain when installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater. When heater is installed into a ventless fi...

  • Page 13: Clearances And Height Requirements

    Extend heat resistant material to at material to at least 8" least 8" and install hood. See Figure and install hood. 5. OR, extend heat resistant mater- See Figure 5. ial to a height of at least 12". Measure this distance DEB24 and DEB30...
  • Page 14 DEB20 8" or More of Heat Resistan Material DEB24 and DEB30 Hood not required. Observe profi le (side elevations) shown in Figure 9, page 16. Install hood and observe profi les shown in Figure 7, page 15; OR extend heat profi...
  • Page 15 10" 8" 6" " Heat Resistant Material Heater in Fireplace or Firebox Figure 7 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with No Hood - DEB20 12" 10" 8" 6" " Heat Resistant Material 8" Hood Heater in Fireplace or Firebox Figure 8 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with Hood - All Models 44D0060 CLEARANCES 8"...
  • Page 16 Heat Resistant Material Heater in Fireplace or Firebox Figure 9 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with No Hood — DEB24 and DEB30 7" 6" 4" Figure 10 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with No Hood - DEB24 and DEB30 12" min. 28"...

  • Page 17: Floor Clearance

    The gas log heater must be installed at least 5" above any combustible flooring material, such as carpeting or tile, which is closer than 14" to the base of the fireplace. The minimum distance must be maintained from the top surface of carpeting, tile, etc.

  • Page 18: Fireplace Preparation

    FIREPLACE PREPARATION BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE UNIT: • Turn OFF the gas supply to the fireplace or firebox. • Seal any fresh air vents and/or ash clean-out doors located on the floor or wall of the fireplace. If left unsealed, drafting may cause pilot outage or sooting.

  • Page 19: Assembly Procedure

    The fi replace and gas logs function as a system. If the fi replace is spilling into the room (check with a match or a smoke stick), reposition the damper clamp until a positive draft is obtained by opening the damper. If negative pressure in home prevents having a positive draft, contact your dealer for assistance.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Gas

    CONNECTING THE GAS NOTICE: A qualifi ed gas appliance installer must connect the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. Use new black iron or steel pipe. Internally tinned copper or copper tubing can be used per National Fuel Code, section 2.6.3, providing gas meets hydrogen sulfi de limits, and where permitted by local codes.

  • Page 21: Checking Gas Pressure

    C o n n e c t i n g d i r e c t l y t o a n unregulated propane/LPG tank can cause an explosion. Test all gas joints from the gas meter to the heater valve for leaks using a gas analyzer or soap and water solution after com- pleting connection.

  • Page 22: Electrical Wiring (Milli-Volt)

    ELECTRICAL WIRING (MILLI-VOLT) The milli-volt valve is a self-powered combination gas control THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE 110 VAC TO OPER- ATE. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.

  • Page 23: Connecting Remote Receiver

    CONNECTING REMOTE RECEIVER 1. Connect the connectors to the two .25" male con- nectors located on the right side when facing the unit (Figure 19). Do not let the wire touch the grate or burners. NOTE: Heat reduces battery life. You can protect the receiver and extend battery life by mounting the receiver in a wall or other location outside the fi...
  • Page 24 ELECTRICAL WIRING (MILLI-VOLT) 5. Route wiring harnesses through large hole on side of unit. Mount bracket to side of unit with screw provided. See Figure 6. Attach wiring harness to either TP/TH and TH on control valve or to existing wiring harness with two (2) 0.250" male spade terminals for remote or t-stat option.

  • Page 25: Operation Of Thermostat Sensor

    OPERATION OF THERMOSTAT SENSOR 1. Follow millivolt lighting instructions on lighting plate attached to unit or in homeowner’s manual. 2. With control knob in the “ON” position make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the “OFF” position. See Figure 24. 3.

  • Page 26: Log Placement

    INSTALLING LOGS ON GRATE (See Figures 25 and 26 ) NOTE: Model DEB18 has 4 logs and models DEB24 and DEB30 have 5 logs. 1. Install back log (#1) on two pins located near the back of base. Check log position and stability.

  • Page 27: Placing The Decorative Rock

    PLACING THE DECORATIVE ROCK DO NOT sprinkle volcanic rock on the logs, around the pilot, or on or near burners. This may cause sooting. Place volcanic rock only on the fl oor of the fi replace. During initial operation of the new heater, burning logs will give off a paper burning smell and orange fl...

  • Page 28: Checking The Burner Flame

    CHECKING THE BURNER FLAME In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the following fl ame appearances should be observed: Glowing Embers Figure 31 - Correct Appearance of Rear Flames The left and right rear flames should be yellow and extend 1"-2" above the mid log top surfaces. The yellow flames should not contact the logs.

  • Page 29: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A. This appliance is equipped with a piezo ignition device which lights the pilot. If piezo is not working properly see “Match Lighting Instructions,” page 33. B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.

  • Page 30: Match Lighting Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS STOP! Read the safety information. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. This heater is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to Figure 32, page 29 for the location of the piezo ignitor and control knob. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn control knob clockwise NOTE: Knob cannot be turned to OFF unless knob is pushed in slightly.

  • Page 31: To Turn Off Gas To Heater

    1. STOP! Read the safety information label. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot, refer to instructions for “Match Lighting Instructions”, page 33. 4.

  • Page 32: Match Lighting Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). 2. Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releasing the piezo button, light a match and hold the flame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot. 3.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot. Appliance produces unwanted odors. Appliance shuts off during use. Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position. When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at ODS pilot, but no ignition.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may produce soot and the heater may backfi re when lit. If the gas quality or pressure is low, contact your local gas supplier immediately. OBSERVED PROBLEM ODS/pilot lights, but flame goes out when control knob is...

  • Page 35: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS BURNER ASSEMBLY 5 (Manual) 5 (Milli-Volt) Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifi cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. 44D0060...
  • Page 36 Flexcon 30 All Models MVWS Milli-volt only Milli-volt only RCT, RCB Milli-volt only RCT, RCST Milli-volt only RRCE All Models RRCM All Models All Models DEB24/DEB30 Natural Propane 14D0503 14D0503 00K0632 00K0632 44D0019K 44D0019K 44D0081K 44D0082K 30D0201 30D0202 00F0586 00F0586...

  • Page 37: Replacement Parts List

    44D0060 DEB20 DEB24 DEB30 44D1011K 44D1001K 44D1006K 44D1022 44D1020 44D1024K 44D1023 44D1021 44D1025 44D1012K 44D1002K 44D1007K 44D1003K 44D1008K 44D1013K 44D1004K 44D1009K REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 5 (DEB24/DEB30)
  • Page 38 MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS ONLY: NOTES PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachu- setts. Any residence with a direct vent product must have a CO detector installed in the residence. Installation of the fi...
  • Page 39 2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certifi ed. 3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identifi cation plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment.

  • Page 40: Limited Lifetime Warranty Policy

    Ceramic Fiber Logs 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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