Astria MM33 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Grand meridian series wood burning masonry firebox

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P/N 125160-01 Rev. D 02/2017
Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement
en faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 125160-02.
P125160 01
IF FIREPLACE IS TO BE INSTALLED DIRECTLY ON ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, A METAL BASE IS REQUIRED.
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANSI
Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards. It has not been tested or approved for unvented gas logs.
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLIANCE.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property
damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Do not store gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
PFS
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS AND ILLUSTRATIONS THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL ARE NOT TO SCALE.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Grand Meridian Wood Burning Masonry Firebox
MODELS
MM33, MM39, MM44, MM49, MM63
®
US
ICC Evaluation Services
Report No. 2401

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Grand Meridian Wood Burning Masonry Firebox MODELS P/N 125160-01 Rev. D 02/2017 MM33, MM39, MM44, MM49, MM63 Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement en faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 125160-02. ® ICC Evaluation Services Report No.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This fireplace is not intended to be used as a sub- stitute for a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for WARNING: If fireplace is to be installed on com- supplemental heat only. bustible material, a Metal Base must be used. See Accessories on page 35. Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 3 Read these instructions carefully before beginning the installation of this fireplace. Also, if installing an ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84 Decorative Gas Log, read the gas log appliance manufacturer’s literature regarding sizing and suitability for the installation into this enclosure prior to installation. 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 4: Specifications

    CAN BE INSTALLED ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE UNIT 16" " (407 mm) (115 mm) " (197 mm) " (1366 mm) * MIN. 30" 24" (762 mm) (610 mm) 3" (77 mm) SECTION B-B Figure 1: MM33 Fireplace Overall Dimensions Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 5 Ø12-¼" (1220 mm) (1118 mm) (851 mm) (813 mm) (1093 mm) (312 mm) MM49 53" 49" 38-½" 37" 48" Ø14-¼" (1347 mm) (1245 mm) (978 mm) (940 mm) (1220 mm) (362 mm) Figure 2: MM39/44/49 Fireplace Overall Dimensions 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 6 " (197 mm) " (1035 mm) 15" (381mm) " *MIN (115 mm) " " (197 mm) (242 mm) " (969 mm) 35" " (889 mm) (769 mm) 7" 3" SECTION B-B (178mm) (77 mm) Figure 3: MM63 Fireplace Overall Dimensions Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    The strength of the floor on which it rests. • Chimney system measurements. • Choice of materials and craftsmanship in fireplace and hearth finishing. Internal Wall Installation Corner Installation Flush Installation Full Projection Installation Figure 4: Typical Installations 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 8: Pre-Installation Preparation

    Unit sides, rear, Dome sides, rear & top 2" (51 mm) min. 4. Check level of the fireplace and shim with sheet metal if Combustible Floors (MM33,39,44,49) 6" (153 mm) min. necessary. Combustible Floors (MM63 only) 8"...
  • Page 9 COMBUSTIBLES ABOVE THE DOME. DO NOT ATTACH COMBUSTIBLE 18" MATERIALS ON TOP OF THE DOME. (458 mm) MIN* " (13 mm) Model MIN** MM33 41" (1042 mm) MM39 47" (1194 mm) 2" (51 mm) MIN. CLEARANCE TO MM44 52" (1321 mm) COMBUSTIBLES MM49 57"...
  • Page 10 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued Model MM33 70 ½" (1791 mm) MM39 82 ½" (2096 mm) MM44 84 ¼" (2140 mm) MM49 86" (2185 mm) MM63 91" (2312 mm) 2" (51 mm) 2" (51 mm) MIN. MIN. NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIAL NON-COMBUSTIBLE HEARTH EXTENSION* 8"...
  • Page 11 PLATFORM SECTION A-A BRACE 2" (51 mm) MIN. AIRSPACE Model CLEARANCE TO MM33 41" (1042 mm) 32-½" (826 mm) 56-¼" (1429 mm) 7" (178 mm) 39-½" (1004 mm) 63-¼" (1607 mm) COMBUSTIBLE MM39 47" (1194 mm) 40-½" (1029 mm) 64-¼" (1632 mm) 7"...
  • Page 12 Also, be certain that the chimney system be installed as stated be- low. Prior to starting the installation, check with local, regional or state codes for any restrictions or required permits regarding your fireplace installation. Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 13: Venting Installation

    5) Inspect all fireplace & chimney components for evidence of damage prior to starting installation. Consult your local distributor for replacement parts if necessary. 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 14 DESCRIPTION GAIN procedure. If you do, you are not only liable for negating the warranty, but you could very well cause a serious malfunction MM33 Fireplace 54" (1372 mm) of the fireplace. You must follow these chimney instructions. 7) Caution is urged if it is decided to add insulation material to...
  • Page 15 " " Angle Firestop See Detail B " " " 127" 70" 130" " " " " " " Straps Straps OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT) Detail A Return Elbow Figure 16 - Ceiling Support Pipe 12S-12DM 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 16 Figure 18 - Firestop Spacer with Living Space Above Ceiling 6/12-12/12 45.0° 27" (686 mm) V12F-10DM Screws or Staples Firestop Spacer (Min. of 8) Figure 20 - Roof Opening Measurements Existing Ceiling Frame Figure 19 - Firestop Spacer with Attic Above Ceiling Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 17 We suggest that termina- tions be separated at least 24", center to center and stacked at a Chimney Pipe Waterproof Caulk vertical height difference of 18" (see Figure 24, page 18). Storm Collar Flashing Figure 22 - Storm Collar 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 18: Optional Gas Line Installation

    You can route the gas piping practically anywhere in the firebox – OPTIONAL ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INSTALLATION Like the gas line, electrical feed lines can be run through the floor, back wall, or side walls. Follow local building and electrical code requirements. Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 19: Supporting Floor System

    Where the floor joists run parallel to the EXAMPLE ONLY front of the firebox, anchorage can be accomplished in like manner as shown in Figure 26 using blocking between the floor joist. Floor Sheathing not shown for clarity Figure 26 - Floor Joist Installation 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 20 Example Only Figure 27 - Floor Joist Installation Figure 28 - Floor Joist Installation WEIGHT DETERMINATION The following are dead load weight estimates for the Grand Meridian Fireplace. Table I Fireplace Model MM33 MM39 MM44 MM49 MM63 Fireplace Weight 835 lbs.
  • Page 21: Combustible Floor Installation

    SUPPORTING FLOOR SYSTEMS INSTALLATION Continued Model 4" (102 mm) MM33 32 ¾" (832mm) MM39 38 ¾" (985mm) 10" (254 mm) MM44 43 ¾" (1112mm) MM49 48 ¾" (1239mm) MM63 62 ¾" (1594mm) Figure 29 - Anchorage Dimensions Figure 30 - Hardware Fireplace 2"...
  • Page 22 ” Bolts x 2½” Long • • 28 - Washer 1/2" Thick Cement Board Dimensions • 28 - Nuts Model • 4 - Floor Joist Brackets MM33 37" 28" • 2 - Ember Protector Strips • 1 - Insulation Blanket MM39 43" 28"...
  • Page 23: Fireplace Installation

    • Three (3) - 90 lb. bags of ready mix concrete with ¼” or smaller aggregate MATERIALS INCLUDED: MM33, MM39, MM44, MM49: ” Rebar x 28” Long ” Rebar x 12” Long 1 - 50 lb. bucket Mortar 20 - Small Wood Shims MM63: ”...
  • Page 24 12" Long Rebar Side Wall shown prepared for Right Side Air Access. For Left Side, bead opposite side. Figure 34 - Positioning Hearth Base For MM33,39,44,49 1/2" (13 mm) away from edges Mix a batch of mortar and prepare Right Side Hearth bottom surface to be bonded as shown in Figure 35.
  • Page 25 Combustion Air Access Right Top surfaces should be level. or Left (Right shown). Lower Rear These Figure 38 - Layering walls and sides for MM33, 39, 44, 49 Dome MFP33-5 surfaces should be flush NOTE: For MM33 installation continue from steps 8 thru 13, for Lower MM-39/44/49 installation follow steps 14 thru 20.
  • Page 26 Figure 41 - Assembling Upper Dome for (MM33 only) Important: Adjustments can only be made while the mortar is still wet when correcting for squareness and leveling.
  • Page 27 - it should be offset closest to the rear of the between joints fireplace. The front of the dome is indicated by a marker (see Figure 47). 67" 28" (1702 mm) (712 mm) Figure 48 - Positioning Hearth Base for MM63 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 28 MFP63-1 Hearth section shown prepared for Left Side position Apply mortar Combustion Air Access Right or Left (Right shown). Figure 52 - Layering walls and sides for MM63 Figure 50 - Prepared Hearth Base (MM63) Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 29 Top surfaces should be level. Diverter sections (MFP63-4) as shown in Figure 54. Rating Plate Downdraft Diverter (short) MFP63-7 Dome Side Downdraft Diverter (long) Figure 54 - Installing Downdraft for MM63 Figure 56 - Attaching Dome Sides (MM63) 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 30 (MFP63-7) as shown in Figure 58. Check your assembly here. fireplaces, please see Masonry Chimney instructions located online If things are proceeding as they should be, the finished top at Astria.us.com surface should be flat and level. Masonry Chimney MFP63-9F Dome Top...
  • Page 31 (Figure 62). Secure with four 3/16” X 1¾” masonry screws. Secure with four 3/16" x 1-3/4"masonry screws. 1" ceramic fiber blanket under Anchor Plate. 1/4" bead of gasket cement Figure 62 - Installing Anchor Plate 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 32: Firebrick Installation

    IHP cannot be responsible for this and other wear and tear to the firebrick and mortar. 1/4" Maintain 1/4” gap all around Firebrick Hearth Figure 63 - Position of Rear Panel 1/4" Figure 64 - Firebrick Hearth Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 33: Operation And Maintenance Guidelines

    WARNING: Burning of above mentioned materials will cause an unsafe condition and will void your CAUTION: The manufacturer cautions against warranty! using chemical chimney cleaners. Never use charcoal or coal in the fireplace under any circumstances. 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 34: Technical Service

    You can also visit our hold it in place. For cleaning access from below, open the damper web site at Astria.us.com in the firebox. It is best to use a flexible handle chimney cleaning brush made especially for the job.
  • Page 35: Accessories

    4” OUTSIDE AIR KIT F0741 MM4AK 4” Air Kit with 3’ Flexible Duct, Hood & Hardware GRATES F0752 MMG3 36" Grate with Andirons for MM33 and MM39 F0753 MMG4 42" Grate with Andirons for MM44 F0754 MMG5 50" Grate with Andirons for MM49...
  • Page 36 30 Degree Hi-Temp Offset and Return STORM COLLAR F0946 SC2-1 Storm Collar (1 ea.) FIRESTOP SPACER F0940 FS-10 2" Clearance Firestop Spacer (1 ea) ROOF FLASHING F0942 V6F-10DM Roof Flashing 0 to 6/12 Pitch F0943 V12F-10DM Roof Flashing 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 37 • Ensure proper connection • Ensure proper connection 900599-01 GLASS DOORS Glass Doors approved for use with these fireplaces. MFP33-GD 33" Glass door kit MFP39-GD 39" Glass door kit MFP44GD 44" Glass door kit MFP49GD 49" Glass door kit 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 38: Parts

    PARTS Model Catalog No. MM39 F0724 MM44 F0725 MM49 F0726 Combustible Floor Systems Non-Combustible Floor Systems DETAIL A See Page 19 thru 22 for combustible floor and framing anchoring illustrations. Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 39 ITEMS INCLUDED IN THE MM12AP* † ITEMS INCLUDED IN METAL BASE KIT (ITEM 16)* § * ITEMS NOTED ARE SOLD SEPARATELY MM39 REQUIRES 6, MM44/49 REQUIRES 8 ITEMS INDICATED AS “NOT SUPPLIED” CAN BE OBTAINED FROM YOUR LOCAL HARDWARE STORE. 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
  • Page 40 PARTS Model Catalog No. MM33 F0723 Combustible Floor Systems Non-Combustible Floor Systems DETAIL A See Page 19 thru 22 for combustible floor and framing anchoring illustrations. Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 41 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual. Model Catalog No. MM33 F0723 ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. MFP33-1 HEARTH BTM. MFP33-2...
  • Page 42 PARTS Model Catalog No. MM63 F0727 Combustible Floor Systems Non-Combustible Floor Systems See Page 19 thru 22 for combustible floor and framing anchoring illustrations. Astria.us.com 125160-01_D DETAIL A...
  • Page 43 WASHER, Ø 1/2" x 1/16" ITEMS INCLUDED IN THE MM12AP † * ITEMS NOTED ARE SOLD SEPARATELY ITEMS INCLUDED IN METAL BASE KIT (ITEM 16) § ITEMS INDICATED AS “NOT SUPPLIED” CAN BE OBTAINED FROM YOUR LOCAL HARDWARE STORE. 125160-01_D Astria.us.com...
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  • Page 46 NOTES ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ Astria.us.com 125160-01_D...
  • Page 47: Warranty

    IHP in writing. IHP must be notifi ed of the claimed defect in writing within 90 days of the date of failure. Notices should be directed to the IHP Warranty Department at 1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108; Nashville, TN 37210 or visit our website at WWW.ASTRIA.US.COM.
  • Page 48 Astria.us.com Record the following important information about your fireplace: Fireplace model number Fireplace serial number Date fireplace was Installed Dealer name P125160 01 Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products.

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