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MGFPST-43(P)
MASON-LITE SEE THRU COMPLETE GAS FIREPLACE
WARNING
If the information in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable 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 and follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed
by qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with consumer.
CONSUMER: Retain for future reference.
REV 1 - 0907231405
IMPORTANT:
INSTALLATION OF THIS FIREPLACE.
The logs and burner must be permanently installed
in and are only for use in this fireplace. This fireplace
must be connected to a working flue meeting
the requirements of the ANSI Z21.50 standard.
Solid-fuels shall not be burned in this fireplace.
This appliance must be vented vertically through
the roof. This appliance is not for installation in
manufactured or mobile homes. The installation,
including provisions for combustion, ventilation air,
and required minimum permanent vent opening,
must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code
(ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54) and applicable local building
codes. This gas fireplace is designed to burn
with yellow flames; thus adequate ventilation
is absolutely necessary.
This appliance is only for use with the type of
We recommend that our gas
hearth products be installed
gas indicated on the rating plate. This
and serviced by professionals
who are certified in the U.S.
appliance is not convertible for use with
by the National Fireplace
®
Institute
(NFI) as NFI Gas
other gasses, unless a certified kit is used.
Specialists.
1
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING
WARNING
This gas appliance must not be
connected to a chimney fuel servicing
a solid fuel burning appliance.
Instructions
With Safety
Pilot System
remote control
valve
L-A2-27509
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- Page 1 Instructions Models: With Safety MGFPST-43(P) Pilot System remote control valve MASON-LITE SEE THRU COMPLETE GAS FIREPLACE IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING If the information in these instructions is INSTALLATION OF THIS FIREPLACE. not followed exactly, a fire or explosion...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Burner and Logs Parts List Important Pre-installation Information Installing the Gas Fireplace Clearance to Combustibles Supporting Floor Systems MASON-LITE Weight Determination Mason-Lite™ Component for combustible floors Field Assembly Procedures Fireplace Assembly Procedures Vent Plate Firestop Radiation Shield Mason-Lite™ Firebrick Liners Fireplace Finishes &... -
Page 3: Fireplace Parts List
Fireplace Parts List MGFPST-43 WARNING Exploded Parts Diagram 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. Fig. 3-1 Item... -
Page 4: Fireplace Overall Dimensions
Fireplace Overall Dimensions Fig. 4-1 Overall dimensions 23 3/4" Ø 16" CHIMNEY RATING PLATE 63 1/2" 26 3/4" 38 3/4" 25 3/4" 24 1/2" 3" 28" 43” SECTION A-A 53" Fireplace Framing Dimensions Fig. 4-2 Metal framing required up to Framing dimensions header or top plate 2"... -
Page 5: Burner And Logs Parts List
Front bottom log 30" Front bottom log 30" Top log 18" Top log 18" Top log 20" Top log 17" ® Photos not to scale. Contact Mason-lite for replacement parts and accessories as listed in these parts lists. L-A2-27509 REV 1 - 0907231405... -
Page 6: Important Pre-Installation Information
Never use propane gas in a gas fireplace accessories which are not designed for designed for natural gas or natural gas in a gas fireplace use with MASON-LITE™ gas fireplaces designed for use with propane gas. is prohibited and will void all warranties,... -
Page 7: Installing The Gas Fireplace
PRODUCTS NOT SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS blocks to be assembled on-site. These fireplaces may be FIREPLACE. installed on either combustible or non-combustible floors. The Mason-Lite™ is designed for use only with the • The Three Components of the Mason-Lite™ Fireplace: supplied gas burner system. -
Page 8: Clearance To Combustibles
Prior to starting the installation, check with local, regional or Installation state codes for any restrictions or required permits regarding your fireplace installation. 1) The Mason-Lite™ is designed to be installed with a listed B-vent or UL-103-12” I.D. Class A, Metal Chimney System. Clearance to Combustibles 2) This Mason-Lite™... -
Page 9: Supporting Floor Systems
Follow manufacturer’s instructions for installation of rebar into slab. building contractor: It is your responsibility to be certain that the Mason-Lite can be properly supported by the combustible Wood Floor floor system on which the fireplace will rest. Fig. 9-3 I-Joist Anchoring Fig. -
Page 10: Mason-Lite Weight Determination
Additional floor joists or I-joists may be required as determined by the licensed design professional. The weights are noted in Table I for each MASON-LITE unit model. It is the task and responsibility of the general contractor/installer to see that the proper reinforcement for... -
Page 11: Mason-Lite™ Component For Combustible Floors
You will need a thin-set type mortar for bonding. The parts of the 1) Mixing the MASON-LITE mortar - You will require a 45 fireplace are made of Mason-Lite’s incredibly strong blend of pound bucket of MASON-LITE mortar which should be specialty cement and a light weight aggregate. -
Page 12: Fireplace Assembly Procedures
What you are advised to do is make use of wood shims. You will find these small wood shims supplied with the Mason-Lite Fireplace and you can nudge them in between openings to achieve the precision you need in making component adjustments. -
Page 13: Vent Plate
17) As you are connecting each MASON-LITE component, be certain you are following the instructions given previously Fig. 13-3 for using MASON-LITE mortar. Stop to look at the smoke Lower side dome dome side, front and rear walls to see that they are aligning assembly correctly and that the surfaces be smooth and uniform. -
Page 14: Firestop Radiation Shield
Setting the smoke dome the side of the fireplace that is opposite the gas supply. completes the MASON-LITE Firebox and Smoke Dome assembly. You are now ready to begin the installation of Insert each bracket underneath the side bricks as shown (next the necessary firebrick lining and the flue components. -
Page 15: Fireplace Finishes & Combustible Trim Clearances
Modular Firebrick Lining Bracket If using our Mason-Lite™ Firebrick Liners, simply use an Firebrick extra bucket of the mortar we supply. Install Hearth Liner first, then continue with sides. Consider if brackets for grates will be required also if pre-drilling is required for gas lines, electrical or if the outside combustion air kit is to be installed. -
Page 16: Mantle And Mantle Shelf Clearances
You may elect to add a vented decorative gas appliance (gas 26 gauge and measure 4” (four inches) wide. They need to log) to your Mason-Lite Fireplace. If so, follow the installation extend half way under the platform and half way under the instructions from the Decorative Gas Appliance manufacturer. -
Page 17: Installing Chimney System
Elbow Ceiling Support Pipe 12S-12DM 6' Max. Elbow 6' Max. Mason-Lite™ Fireplace Chimney System B-vent or UL103-12" MGFPST-43 I.D. Class A Attention: Clearance to combustible construction cannot be reduced during course of construction. For the safe operation of the finished fireplace, these clearances must be followed... - Page 18 Appendix I For installations regulated by the International Residential Code, the support foundation for the fireplace installed on concrete shall consist of a minimum of 6 inches thick reinforced concrete slab. The minimum specified compressive strength of f’c, shall be as required in Table R402.2 of the International Residential Code (IRC).
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Page 19: Installing The Spill Switch And Baffle Assembly
4. The long spill switch wires coming out of the two top fireplace holes must be routed down and back into the Installers of the Mason-Lite are urged to call the attention of fireplace through the lower hole as shown in Fig. 19-3. -
Page 20: Installing The Gas Burner
Once installed the burner can not be removed. 5. Fill in the holes you have drilled around the gas piping with the regular MASON-LITE mortar. Checking and Adjusting the Pilot (if neccessary) 1. Follow the lighting instructions to light the pilot. The pilot flame should encircle the generator tip which is preset at the factory (Fig. -
Page 21: Placing The Logs
Log Placement Placing the Logs 1. Place the front log on the grate in front of the burner pipe with the flat down and the heat chambers toward the burner pipe and the log as far forward as possible while keeping the back parallel with the burner pipe. Repeat for the second front log on the opposite side of the see-thru burner. -
Page 22: Lighting And Operating Instructions
Lighting and Operating Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not use this appliance if any part has been underwater. Immediately call for a qualified professional service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. -
Page 23: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and Service Maintenance Service ® Once installed and operating properly, the Mason-lite It is recommended that a qualified professional service gas fireplace requires very little maintenance. You should technician be called to service the gas fireplace and its inspect the fireplace, chimney, burner and control annually... - Page 24 Quality Check Date:___________ Orifice # (Main):__________ Orifice # (Other):__________ Model #: ___________ Serial #: ___________ Leak Test: ___________ Burn Test: ___________ Air Shutter: ___________ Gas Type: NAT. / PROPANE Inspector: ___________ L-A2-27509 REV 1 - 0907231405...