Montigo PL42DF Installation & Maintenance Manual

Montigo PL42DF Installation & Maintenance Manual

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Installation & Maintenance Manual
DANGER
Read and understand this manual. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause serious injury, property damage or even death.
For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
Glass doors on gas fireplaces are extremely hot while the fireplace is on and
remain hot even after the fireplace has been turned off. Safety screens are
available and can reduce the risks of severe burns. Please keep children away
from the fireplace at all times.
Canadian Heating Products Inc. Langley, BC V4W 4A1 | Montigo Del Ray Corp. Ferndale, WA 98248
XG0217
CAUTION
PL42DF Indoor
PL Series
Residential
Fireplace
WARNING
Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other gas burning appliance. A fire or explosion my occur causing serious
injury, property damage or even death.
NOTICE
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. Do not remove.
Consumer: Retain this manual for maintenance and future reference. Do not Discard.
DANGER
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IF YOU SMELL GAS
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Flammable materials
Explosion risk
Toxic
Corrosive
Danger overhead crane
Fork lift trucks
High voltage
Do not try to light any appliance.
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Flammable materials
Explosion risk
Toxic
Corrosive
Danger overhead crane
Fork lift trucks
High voltage
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
General Warning
Laser Radiation
Biohazard
Oxidising
Hot surface
Danger of entrapment
Danger of death
Flammable materials
Explosion risk
Toxic
Corrosive
Danger overhead crane
Fork lift trucks
High voltage
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
General Warning
Laser Radiation
Biohazard
Oxidising
Hot surface
Danger of entrapment
Danger of death
Irritant
Slippery floor
Watch your step
Cutting
High temperatures
Glass hazard
Danger of suffocation
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supplier's instructions.
General Warning
Laser Radiation
Biohazard
Oxidising
Hot surface
Danger of entrapment
Danger of death
Irritant
Slippery floor
Watch your step
Cutting
High temperatures
Glass hazard
Danger of suffocation
Gas bottles
Watch for
Electricity
Danger for cutter
Entrapment hazard
Battery hazard
Rotating parts
falling objects
Flammable materials
Explosion risk
Toxic
Corrosive
Danger overhead crane
Fork lift trucks
High voltage
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Irritant
Slippery floor
Watch your step
Cutting
High temperatures
Glass hazard
Danger of suffocation
Gas bottles
Watch for
Electricity
Danger for cutter
Entrapment hazard
Battery hazard
Rotating parts
falling objects
Low temperature
Strong magnetic field
Optical radiation
Non ionizing
Radiation
Hazardous to the
Danger of harming
radiation
Environment
your hands
General Warning
Laser Radiation
Biohazard
Oxidising
Hot surface
Danger of entrapment
Danger of death
Gas bottles
Watch for
Electricity
Danger for cutter
Entrapment hazard
Battery hazard
Rotating parts
falling objects
Low temperature
Strong magnetic field
Optical radiation
Non ionizing
Radiation
Hazardous to the
Danger of harming
radiation
Environment
your hands
Irritant
Slippery floor
Watch your step
Cutting
High temperatures
Glass hazard
Danger of suffocation
Low temperature
Strong magnetic field
Optical radiation
Non ionizing
Radiation
Hazardous to the
Danger of harming
radiation
Environment
your hands
Gas bottles
Watch for
Electricity
Danger for cutter
Entrapment hazard
Battery hazard
Rotating parts
falling objects
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  • Page 1 Danger of harming radiation Environment your hands Gas bottles Watch for Electricity Danger for cutter Entrapment hazard Battery hazard Rotating parts falling objects ® Canadian Heating Products Inc. Langley, BC V4W 4A1 | Montigo Del Ray Corp. Ferndale, WA 98248 XG0217 160215.1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace NOTICE You must read and understand this manual prior to installation, operation or troubleshooting this appliance. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference and maintenance. Table of Contents Section 9: Installing the Accessories Instruction Manual Contents...
  • Page 3: Safety Alerts

    Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Montigo Fireplace. With over 35 years of experience, Montigo is committed to providing you with a gas fireplace that is not only a beautiful addition to your space, but that is also designed and manufactured to the highest safety, reliability and engineering standards.
  • Page 4: Section A: Before You Start

    Typical Installation Overview IMPORTANT MESSAGE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Determine the desired install location of your fireplace. The PL42DF* Direct Vent fireplace must be installed in accordance „ with these Instructions. Carefully read all the Instructions in this See Section 1, Dimensions on Page 7, and refer to the „...
  • Page 5: Standard Installation Checklist

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Standard Installation Checklist This standard installation checklist is to be used by the installer in conjunction with, not instead of, the instructions contained within this installation manual. Customer Date Installed: Install Address: Location of Fireplace:...
  • Page 6: Rating Plate Sample

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Rating Plate Sample Rating Plate Location: The rating place may be found under the firebox. To access, remove the screen and valve cover. See Section 7: Screen Installation and Removal and Section 8: Installing & Removing the Door.
  • Page 7: Section 1: Installation Overview

    Direct Vent installation. The PL42DF* fireplace may be installed in any location that maintains proper clearances to air conditioning ducts, electrical wiring and The fireplace dimensions are shown below: "...
  • Page 8: Section 2: Framing & Clearances

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 2: Framing & Clearances The install requirements of your fireplace are dependent on several factors. Gas line location, electrical connection, gas line type and decorative surround options can play into the install. These factors...
  • Page 9: Clearances

    Figure 7b. Insert folded tabs into slots above the front of the fireplace †† Four sided surrounds require a raised installation. Installing The Standoffs To avoid elevated mantel temperatures, all PL42DF* gas fireplaces are required to have the supplied standoffs installed. 4"...
  • Page 10: Section 3: Venting

    Section 3-1: Converting To Rear Vent Use the following instructions to convert an PL42DF* for Rear Vent use: 1. Remove the Rear flue cover and gasket (5" and 8") on the flue outlet, as shown in Figure 8.
  • Page 11: Section 3-2: Roof Mounted Direct Vent Termination (Pvtk-1)

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 3-2: Roof Mounted Direct Vent Termination PVTK1 (PVTK-1) Termination This section applies to installations where the direct vent termi- 2’ min. nation will be roof mounted. Support ring Section 3-2-1: Venting Layout Selection of components and details of venting lay out should Support plate 32’...
  • Page 12 PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation PVTK1 Termination PEXT Sections Support plate 32’ max Support ring 12” Max. Figure 9c. Rear vent, Roof mounted venting (1 = 90° bend). Note: Images are shown without screens for clarity purposes. However, your fireplace should not be operated without proper installation of screens.
  • Page 13: Section 3-3: Installing A Wall Mounted Direct Vent Termination

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 3-3: Installing a Wall Mounted Direct Vent 4). Installation of termination from inside structure Termination A Termination with a MOSR Frame is installed from the inside of the structure. These are commonly used in high-rise construction.
  • Page 14: Section 3-3-1: Venting Layout: Wall Mounted Termination

    Venting runs must fall within the limits set by the venting dealer for Power Venting options. „ graph, see Figure 12 or 13 Figure 12a. PL42DF* NG Top Vent Venting Graph for wall mounted Wall mounted Terminations terminations. The following details are some possible configurations for Wall 44"...
  • Page 15 If your installation does not fall within 27.5 ” the venting parameters, please However, your fireplace should not be operated without proper contact a local Montigo dealer for installation of screens. 12 ” Power Venting options. Figure 14. Rear Vent Venting Graph for NG and LP wall mounted terminations.
  • Page 16 However, your fireplace should not be operated without proper installation of screens. IMPORTANT: Corner Installation is available for PL42DF Top Vent Units Only. Ensure minimum Vertical Venting Height of 48" is maintained in corner installations. Page 16 XG0217 - 160215.1...
  • Page 17: Section 3-3-2: Venting Components

    PEXT - 3 (36" f/m Section) any possible hot spots. PEXT - 4 (48" f/m Section) Montigo recommends the use of a flex section for the final PEXT - 6 (72" f/m Section) „ pipe connected directly to the fireplace offering greater E - Elbows PEL-90MM (m/m 90º...
  • Page 18: Section 3-3-3: Heat Shields

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Installing a Wall Mounted RHS101 Heat shield. Section 3-3-3: Heat Shields The RHS101 Heat shield MUST be used where the RHS8 Termination (Figure 16 and 16a) CANNOT be used. Use the RHS101 where any Installing a Wall Mounted RHS8 Heat shield of the dimensions are within the parameters shown, figure 16a.
  • Page 19: Section 4: Wiring

    LED Lights LED1 - Red LED LED2 Amber LED Figure 18. Wiring diagram for PL42DF with SIT Proflame Electronic Ignition Note: If any of the original wire supplied with the appliance is replaced,it must be replaced with the same type, or its equivalent 2 "...
  • Page 20: Cpi [Continuous Pilot Ignition] / Ipi [Intermittent Pilot Ignition] Jumper Cable Installation

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation CPI [Continuous Pilot Ignition] / IPI [Intermittent Installing the CPI Jumper Cable Pilot Ignition] Jumper Cable Installation 1). Remove the screen, door and valve blind. “Why use CPI mode”? There are several reasons why you may choose to use CPI mode.
  • Page 21: Section 5: Installing The Gas Line

    To check pressures, control valves have a provision to „ remove a 1/8” N.PT. plug to be fitted with a hose barb. Montigo requires a service shut off valve be located in an „ accessible location to isolate the gas supply.
  • Page 22: Section 6: Finishing Around The Fireplace

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 6: Finishing Around the Fireplace Mantels & Surrounds NOTE: National Canadian Gas Association mantel test requirements are for fire hazard prevention to combustible materials. Non-combustible mantels and mouldings may be safely installed New technology, to meet consumer and government demands for the...
  • Page 23: Section 7: Screen Installation And Removal

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 7: Screen Installation and Removal Left Side Detail Upper Screen Studs Upper Screen Removing / Attaching Screens: Stud Catch To Rem Simp outer To Remove Screens: with finger you. Scree Grasp each top outer corner of the screen with your thumb...
  • Page 24: Section 8: Installing & Removing The Door

    Removing the door: Step 3: Release the Door Buckles The PL42DF* doors are removed in a few simple steps. Follow these instructions below to remove the Horizontal access panel, unlatch the door buckles and, remove the door. Replace in reverse order.
  • Page 25: Section 9: Installing The Accessories

    Installing the Firestones Step 8: Removing the Door: The PL42DF* is supplied with firestones. Remove the Grasp the Door on either side, usually midway and lift upward, Door as shown in the previous Instruction. Follow these lift the door carefully up and away from the front of the fireplace.
  • Page 26: Installing Optional Speckled Stones

    Figure 25a. Ensure the stones DO NOT cover the pilot. WARNING! WARNING: This appliance is intended for use only with the included Montigo burners and accessories. If the pilot cover is covered with firestones it may result Never install or add any additional or alternative media, in delayed ignition and/or damage to the appliance and/ rock wool or other material in this appliance.
  • Page 27: Installing The Driftwood Log Set

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Installing the Driftwood Log Set The PL42DF* has the option of installing a drift wood log set. Once the firestones or speckled stones have been installed the log set can be installed. Ensure logs are securely placed and will not tip or fall. Remove media where logs touch the burner tray to ensure a more secure position.
  • Page 28 PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Step 7. Place log 5 from LGS59 in the back left corner Step 10. Place log 6 of LGS58 across log 4 from LGS58 of the burner, behind the pilot. Place Log 4 from LGS58 and log 4 from LGS59, see Figure 26j.
  • Page 29: Operation

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Operation SIT Proflame 2 Electronic Ignition For Your Safety - READ BEFORE LIGHTING: with American Flame Electronic Ignition WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
  • Page 30: Remote Operation

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Remote Operation The Proflame 2 System consists of the following elements: Blue Back lit LCD display 1. Pilot Assembly 2. Proflame Gas Valve. 3. Proflame 2 Control Module On/Off Key Thermostat Key 4. Wiring Harness Up/Down Arrow Key 5.
  • Page 31 PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Temperature indication Display Initializing the System for the first time 1. Set master override switch to off position. With the system in the "Off" position, press the Thermostat Key and the Mode Key at the same time. Look at the LCD screen on 2.
  • Page 32 PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Remote-Flame Control Room Thermostat (Remote Control ....... Operation) When you turn on the fireplace it starts on high. The proflame 2 has six (6) flame levels. Each time you press the Down Arrow The Remote Control can operate as a room thermostat. The Key once the flame height will reduce by one step.
  • Page 33 PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Disabling Thermostat Fan Speed Control (Optional) Some jurisdictions and bedroom installations require the If the fireplace is equipped with optional hot air circulating fans, thermostat to be disabled. The speed of the fans can be controlled by the Proflame system.
  • Page 34 PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Continuous Pilot (CPI) Selection (Optional) Low Battery Power Detection In cold weather climates, the pilot burner can stay on The life span of the batteries depends on various factors: quality continuously to prevent condensation or cold air temperatures of the batteries used, the number of ignitions of the appliance, near the fireplace glass.
  • Page 35: Maintenance

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Maintenance Maintenance General Pilot Burner Adjustment. Have the fireplace and installation inspected yearly. The inspection 1. Locate Pilot Adjustment Screw. (See figure 28) must include, but is not limited to, the following: 2. Adjust pilot screw to provide properly sized flame as shown.
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    If your fireplace still does not operate correctly, consult your local Montigo dealer. All service and repairs should be performed by a qualified Technician. All spare parts, optional fans, and optional trim finishes are available from your local Montigo dealer. Page 36...
  • Page 37: Replacement Parts

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Maintenance Replacement Parts: Replacement Parts List - SIT IPI Proflame 2 PL42DF NG Gas Valve (with stepper motor) RGC3033 LP Gas Valve (with stepper motor) RGC3034 NG Pilot Assembly RPA035 LP Pilot Assembly RPA036 Ignitor Probe Assembly...
  • Page 38: Appendix A: Venting Terminations

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Appendix Appendix A: Venting Terminations Location Canada* USA** clearance to the termination frame above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony 12 inches 12 inches clearance to top of doors or operable windows 12 inches 12 inches...
  • Page 39: Appendix B: Warranty

    The duration of any implied warranty with respect to this Montigo Gas Appliance is limited to the duration of the foregoing warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above may not apply to you.
  • Page 40: Appendix C: State Of Massachusetts

    PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Appendix Appendix C: State of Massachusetts Amendment (Gas Fireplace / Equipment sold in the State of Massachusetts) 5.08: Modifications to NFPA-54, Chapter 10 (1) Revise NFPA-54 section 10.5.4.2 by adding a second exception as follows: Existing chimneys shall be permitted to have their use continued when a gas conversion burner is installed, and shall be equipped with a manually reset device that will automatically shut off the gas to the burner in the event of a sustained back-draft (2) Revise 10.8.3 by...
  • Page 41 PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace Notes Page 41 XG0217 - 160215.1...
  • Page 42 PL42DF Single Sided Gas Fireplace XG0217 - 160215.1...

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