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- Page 1 M400BFC Balanced Flue (Closed Combustion) Heat-Circulating Fireplace BFC cover 8/18/00 djt For use in the U.S. / Canada Underwriter’s Laboratories Report No. MH7603 DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL: Retain for future use. Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual 87D1505 12/09 Rev. 3...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Table of Contents Safety Information ...3 Specifications and Framing ...4 Parts Identification ...6 Chimney Requirements ...7 Planning Information ...8 Installation ...9 Replacement Parts ...19 Accessories ...21 Warranty...23 M400BFC Listed UL127 / ULC-S610 Standard for Factory Built Fireplaces... -
Page 3: Safety Information
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instruc- tions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Description The M400BFC fireplace is a solid fuel, woodburning fireplace. The M400BFC is a balanced flue (closed combustion) heat-circulating fireplace which receives outside combustion air through the chimney system. -
Page 4: Specifications And Framing
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace " (1297mm) " (13mm) " Gas Line 35" Access (889mm) " (246mm) Fig. 1 M400BFC specifications and framing. Fig. 1a Hearth dimensions. FP1531 hearth dimensions 9/04 djt Rough (624mm) " Opening (197mm) Depth "... -
Page 5: Parts Identification
Ceiling Level Gas Line Ac- cess Hole (Each Side) Top Grille and Air Outlet Nailing Flange Fig. 2 Fireplace and chase parts identification. 87D1505 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Termination Cap Storm Collar Pan Flashing Draftstop Standoff Trim Ledge Standoff... -
Page 6: Chimney Requirements
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT Rise 6 FT. Offset Hearth Floor Example 1 Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet. Air Space Clearances: = 2” Min. to Combustibles Illustration Key The following safety rules apply to... -
Page 7: Planning Information
6. A guy wire stabilizer is required for chimneys extend- ing more than 6’ (1.8 m) above a roof line. 87D1505 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Planning Information Major U.S. building codes specify a minimum chimney height above the roof top. The “Ten Foot Rule” is a fire safety rule and not a draft rule. -
Page 8: Chimney Supports
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Chimney Supports The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for vertical chimney heights less than 30’ (9 m) above the hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical height exceeds 30’ (9 m). Locate chimney supports at ceiling holes or other structural framing at 30’... -
Page 9: Chimney Set-Up
PARTS DAMAGED IN SHIPMENT, SPECIFICALLY CHECK THE END CONNECTION OF CHIMNEY SEC- TIONS AND ELBOWS. NOTE: The M400BFC fireplace must use MHSC Model triple wall 8” chimney components only. The installation procedure described in this manual applies only to this system. -
Page 10: Ceiling Chimney Hole/Possible Obstructions
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Chimney Centerline Actual Center- point (222mm) Fig. 9 Locate centerline of chimney with plumb line. Offset Installation In order to clear an obstruction, it may be necessary to offset chimney from vertical. This is accomplished by using elbows. -
Page 11: Positioning, Safety Strips, Securing The Fireplace
(found on the fireplace hearth). To level the box and secure it firmly in place, remove the nailing flanges from the hearth and install at the sides of the fireplace as shown in Figure 13. 87D1505 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Z\x” (13mm) Min. Overlap 1Z\x” (38mm) Fig. -
Page 12: Installing The Chimney System
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Installing the Chimney System Start by attaching the first chimney section to the collar on top of the fireplace. Install the pipe as pictured in Figure 14. When you get a good lock, you will hear the pipe clearly snap together. - Page 13 9. Bend straps as necessary and make sure they are secure so they will support the weight of the chimney. 87D1505 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace A chimney support is 2Z\x" (64 mm) long when installed. Consider this dimension when determining how many straight chimney sections are needed.
- Page 14 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Check the chimney top installation instructions for details on how high above the roof top the chimney sec- tions (all pipes) should extend. Installing Top Housing or Termination Follow the installation instructions provided with the MHSC chimney termination you have selected.
- Page 15 9/03 djt 1Z\x" Ref. * 12” from top of grille opening. ** 6” from top of grille opening. Fig. 20 Combustible mantel clearances. 87D1505 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Finished Wall Stud Standoff Noncombustible Material Circulating Front Fireplace Opening...
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Page 16: Side Wall Protection
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Side Wall Protection Adjacent combustible side walls that are within mini- mum dimensions shown in Figure 24 of the fireplace opening must be protected with MHSC Wall Shield Model SP40 or a specifically built wall shield described in Figure 18. -
Page 17: Glass Door Operation
Hearth Exten- sion Insulation MINIMUM THICKNESS FP550 0.50 in.** Fig. 23 Sealing gaps. 5.46 in.** The M400BFC is intended for use only with the doors fully closed. (Fig. 28) FP533ADD thickness of listed Fig. 28 Correct door position. material Side View 2 x 4”... -
Page 18: Operation
Refer to the publication “How to Enjoy Your Woodburn- ing Fireplace” for starting and maintaining a wood fire. Note that the M400BFC does not have a damper to open or close. This is a tremendous efficiency increas- ing advantage since there is no damper to potentially leave open after a fire dies down. - Page 19 11. Top Refractory 12. Front Brick Retainer 13. Cable Clip (For Blower Assembly) 14. Plug Button (two per fireplace) 15. Left Door Gasket 16. Right Door Gasket 87D1505 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace BFC parts 2008 2/08 djt M400BFC 3126160 3126160 7579218...
- Page 20 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace M400BFC Balanced Flue Fireplace Ref. Description 17. Blower Assembly - FKSX-A 18. Grate Retainer 19. Junction Box Assembly 20. Ceramic Glass Panel (two per fireplace) 21. Flat Gasket 3/4” Wide (two per fireplace) 22. Knob (two per fireplace) 23.
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Page 21: Accessories
Hearth Patch Compound See your Monessen Fireplaces distributor or dealer for finishing Marble and Mantels, avail- able in a wide selection of styles. 87D1505 M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Accessories Description Provides hearth extension floor protection Holds firewood in firebox... -
Page 22: Chimney Components
M400BFC Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace Component Chimney Support Firestop Attic Insulation Shield Traditional Top Housing Housing Extension Contemporary Chase Top Termination Chase Top Housing Contemporary Flashing Chimney Sections Chimney Elbows Round Top Termination Extended Round Top Chase Termination Adapter Kit... -
Page 23: Warranty
What is Covered and For How Long Five-Year Coverage: For five years from the date this fireplace and components are first purchased for use, MHSC will, at its option, repair or replace any defective part of this fireplace or components, or refund to you a sum not to exceed the factory retail price in effect at the time of purchase. - Page 24 MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...
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