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Page 1 This Owner's Manual is provided and hosted by Appliance Factory Parts. Monessen Hearth MONTANA-36H Owner's Manual Shop genuine replacement parts for Monessen Hearth MONTANA-36H Find Your Monessen Hearth Fireplace Parts - Select From 701 Models -------- Manual continues below --------...
Page 2 Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation Models: Montana-36 Montana-42 Woodburning Fireplace CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL • Read, understand • Leave this manual with • Important operating and follow these party responsible for a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions for safe use and operation.
Page 3 Read this manual before installing or operating this fireplace. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. Congratulations! Congratulations on selecting a Outdoor Lifestyles wood The information contained in this owner’s manual unless noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control systems. burning fireplace. The Outdoor Lifestyles fireplace you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability Your new Outdoor Lifestyles wood burning fireplace will give and efficiency.
Page 4 Table of Contents Listing and Code Approvals Finishing A. Appliance Certification ......4 A. Hearth Extension ......23 B.
Page 5 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certification WARNING This fireplace system has been tested and listed in accor- dance with UL 127 and CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standards by Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation and operation or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. in the United States and Canada.. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided with this fireplace. For assistance or additional information This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with the op-...
Page 6 Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations B. Typical Fireplace System The Outdoor Lifestyle fireplace system consists of the fol- lowing: CAUTION • Fireplace/integral grate/dual cooling air system Check building codes prior to installation. • Refractory • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, •...
Page 7 C. Tools and Supplies Needed D. Inspect Fireplace and Components Before beginning the installation be sure the following tools WARNING and building supplies are available: Fire Risk Reciprocating saw Framing material Explosion Risk Pliers High temp caulking material Inspect fireplace and components for Hammer Gloves damage.
Page 8 Framing and Clearances WARNING Note: • Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations Fire Risk and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. Provide adequate clearances. • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. • Around air openings • Actual installation/appearance may vary due to • To combustibles individual design preference. •...
Page 9 Note: If this surface is inside the building’s warm air envelope..then this surface must be an exterior wall system. Model 24-1/2 1-1/2 74-1/2 53-1/2 Montana-36 1067 1092 1892 1359 24-1/2 1-1/2 80-1/2 Montana-42 1219 1245 2045 1448 Figure 3.1 Fireplace Locations 10 ft Min.
Page 10 B. Clearances WARNING Fire Risk • Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified. • Framing or finishing material used on the front of, or in front of, the appliance closer than the minimums listed, must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.). Failure to comply may cause fire.
Page 11 C. Sidewalls/Surrounds Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening. See Figure 3.4. If you are using a decorative surround constructed of combustible material, it must be located within the shaded area de- fined in Figure 3.3. Short stub walls are also acceptable if they are contained within the shaded area. Grid represents 1 in. scale 4 in. [102 mm] FLUSH BRICK FRONT FRONT 10 3/4 in. [273 mm] 9 3/4 in.
Page 12 E. Chimney Requirements When planning your fireplace location, the chimney construc- tion and necessary clearances must be considered. The fire- place system and chimney components have been tested to provide flexibility in construction. The following figures are the minimum distances from the base of the fireplace. • Minimum overall straight height is 6 ft 4 in. if the fireplace is freestanding and a minimum of 10 ft from a combustible structure.
Page 13 Installation of Fireplace WARNING CAUTION Fire Risk Sharp Edges Asphyxiation Risk • Wear protective gloves and safety glasses Do not draw outside combustion air from: during installation. • Wall, floor or ceiling cavity. • Enclosed space such as an attic or garage. • Close proximity to exhaust vents or A.
Page 14 • Place the Protective Metal Hearth Strips Included with your fireplace you will find two metal hearth strips measuring approximately 26 in. x 4 in. (660 mm x 102 mm). These strips are used to provide added protection where the fireplace and the hearth ex- tension meet. Slide each metal strip 2 in. (51 mm) under the front edge of the fireplace. The individual pieces must overlap each other by 1 in. (25 mm) minimum in the middle of the fire- place to provide continuous coverage of the floor. See...
Page 15 Chimney Assembly A. Chimney Requirements To determine the chimney components needed to complete your particular installation, follow the steps below: Vertical distances are measured from the base of the fire- place. • Determine the total vertical height of the fireplace installation.
Page 16 B. Using Offsets/Returns To bypass any overhead obstructions, the chimney may be • Measure how far the chimney needs to be shifted to enable offset using an offset/return. it to avoid the overhead obstacle. See Figure 5.1. Use dimension “A” to determine chimney section required to An offset and return may be attached together or a chimney achieve the needed shift.
Page 17 C. Assemble the Chimney Sections Note: The ceiling firestop MUST be nailed to the bottom of the ceiling joists EXCEPT when the space above is Attach either a straight chimney section or an offset to the uninsulated and the attic insulation shield is not being used top of the fireplace (depending on your installation require- (see Figure 5.5). When the attic insulation shield is used ment).
Page 18 E. Install Attic Insulation Shield WARNING WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST install an attic installation shield when there is any possibility of insulation or other combustible material coming into contact with the Fire Risk chimney. • Secure offsets with screws (not to exceed 3/4 in./19 mm in length).
Page 19 G. Secure the Chimney When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sections, they must be locked into position with the screws(outer only). To prevent gravity from pulling the chimney sections apart, the returns and the chimney stabilizers have hanger straps for securing these parts to joists or rafters. See Figure 5.7. Ceiling Firestop or equivalent #6 or #8 sheet metal screw no longer than...
Page 20 Complete the Enclosure A. Chimney Termination Chimney Termination Requirements (See Figure 6.1) • Must have a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system • Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material • Must terminate at least 3 ft (914 mm) above the roof and at least 2 ft (610 mm) above any portion of the roof within 10 ft (3.05 m) •...
Page 21 Mark the Exit Point of the Roof Locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof by plumbing down to the center of the chimney. Drive a nail up through the roof to mark the center. See Figure 6.2. Cut Out the Hole in the Roof Measure to either side of the nail and mark the 14-1/2 in.
Page 22 C. Install the Termination Cap Note: To protect against the effect of corrosion on those parts exposed to the weather, the termination cap can be painted with a rust-resistant paint. Assemble Termination storm collar around extended termination cap pipe WARNING once cap is installed. Do NOT block air Fire Risk Caulk gaps between holes...
Page 23 Place waterproof sealer under each flange of the termination cap and on top of each screw to Remove 2 screws help prevent leaks. Termination Cap from front & back to lift the top off The last section of pipe must stop between 2 in. (51 mm) above top of chase and 4-3/4 in.
Page 24 Accessories A. Gas Log/Lighter Provisions WARNING A certified gas log lighter or decorative gas log set can be installed in this fireplace. Asphyxiation Risk • Damper must be locked open when gas logs installed. Vented Gas Logs Gas fire generates fumes. • Maximum input is 100,000 BTU/hr. • Decorative gas appliance must be certified to ANSI Z21.60 “Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation WARNING in Vented Fireplaces”.
Page 25 Finishing A. Hearth Extension WARNING A hearth extension must be installed with all fireplaces to protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from Fire Risk both radiant heat and sparks. See Figures 8.1 -8.3. • Metal hearth strips MUST be installed. Sparks or embers may ignite flooring.
Page 26 B. Finishing Material WARNING • Combustible Material Material which is made of or surfaced with wood, Fire Risk compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics, or any material • Maintain clearances. capable of igniting and burning, whether flame proofed or • Use only non-combustible material below not, plastered or not plastered. standoffs, material such as cement board is • Non-Combustible Material acceptable and provided. Material which will not ignite and burn.
Page 27 D. Sidewalls/Surrounds Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening. If you are us- ing a decorative surround constructed of combustible ma- terial, it must be located within the shaded area defined in Figure 8.5. Short stub walls are also acceptable if they are contained within the shaded area. E. Glass Doors This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with doors as specified in Section 12.B. Fireplace Components. Please refer to the manual packed with each set of doors for instal-...
Page 28 Operating Instructions WARNING WARNING HOT SURFACES! Fire Risk Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation and cool down. • Do not operate fireplace before Hot glass will cause burns. reading and understanding operating • Do not touch glass until it is cooled instructions.
Page 29 B. Clear Space Near the Fireplace E. Glass Doors Combustible materials must not be stored on the hearth ex- Most efficient fireplace operation using glass doors is with tension. Room furnishings such as drapes, curtains, chairs the doors open. When the doors are open the screen must or other combustibles must be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) from the be closed.
Page 30 Seasoning G. Wood Fuel Seasoned firewood is nothing more than wood that is Firewood cut to size, split and air dried to a moisture content of Your fireplace performance depends on the quality of the around 20%. The time it takes to season wood varies firewood you use. All seasoned wood, regardless of spe- from around nine months for soft woods to as long as cies, contains about 8,000 BTU’s per pound, and hard- eighteen months for hardwoods.
Page 31 H. Starting a Fire CAUTION Check the flue damper to be certain it is in the full open po- sition. Place crumpled or twisted paper under the fireplace Odors and vapors released during initial grate. Loosely arrange kindling or small pieces of wood to operation. form a layer above the paper. • Curing of high temperature paint. • Open windows for air circulation. The fires must be built on the fireplace grate, without danger of the burning fuel falling out of the fireplace opening.
Page 32 Troubleshooting Diagnostics and Problem Solving I can’t get a good fire going. What am I doing wrong? Diagnostic Questions Possible Causes of Condition Solutions Is the damper open? • No draft Open damper. Is there enough paper/starter? • Insufficient heat to ignite kindling Use more paper/starter. Is there enough kindling? •...
Page 33 Maintenance and Servicing the Fireplace A. Disposal of Ashes C. Firebox Refractory Replacement Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fit- Check firebox refractory for excessive cracks or gaps. If ting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on cracks exceed 1/4 in. (6 mm) in width the refractory should a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all be replaced.
Page 34 CAUTION WARNING Handle glass assembly with care. Asphyxiation Risk When cleaning glass door: Fire Risk • Avoid striking, scratching or slamming Annual inspection by qualified technician glass. recommended. • Do NOT use abrasive cleaners. Check: • Use a hard water deposit glass cleaner on •...
Page 35 Reference Materials A. Fireplace Dimensions 23 in. [597 mm] 41-3/4 in. [1060 mm] Outside Air (effective height) (both sides) Gas Log Knockout 42-3/8 in. (both sides) [1076 mm] 23-1/2 in. 9-1/2 in. [241 mm] [597 mm] 6-3/4 in. [171 mm] Model 36 in.
Page 36 B. Fireplace Components Description Fireplace with Integral Grate, Cooling Air Kit, Traditional Brick Refractory MONTANA-36 MONTANA-42 and Hearth Protection Strips Fireplace with Integral Grate, Cooling Air Kit, Herringbone Pattern MONTANA-36H MONTANA-42H Refractory and Hearth Protection Strips DM1836S DM1842S Bi-fold Glass Doors, Clear-View - Stainless Steel Hearth Extension WC42S Weather Cover - Stainless Steel...
Page 37 C. Chimney Components ► The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catalog # ID4 Insulated Duct Description 4 in. (102 mm) i.d. CAK5A CAK5A Chimney Air Kit SLA10 Adapter 11 in. (457mm) long 42 in. Insulated Duct/Outside Air (1067 mm) Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air SL1106 SL406 Chimney Section - 6 in. (152 mm) long UD4 Uninsulated Duct SL1112 SL412...
Page 38 Inside Diameter 11 in./279 mm SL11 10 in./254mm SL4 17 in. (432 mm) 21 in. Outside 533 mm Diameter Ceiling Firestop 13 in./330 mm Catalog # FS538 0-deg. 17 in. 432 mm FS540 30-deg. 26 in. 660 mm SL1130/SL430 Offset/Return 15-1/4 in.
Page 39 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) TR11/TR444 Round Termination Cap TCT1175 - Terra Cotta Cap TR11T - Round Telescoping Termination Cap LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud Catalog # LDS33 LDS46 1219 1829 23 in. (584 mm) 22 in. (533 mm) 15-1/2 in. (394 mm) 12-1/2 in.
Page 40 Woodburning Termination Cap TV342 TR342/TR344* TV11/TV11T TS345/T445 TR342/TR344 TR442/TR444* TR11/TR11T* Shroud (Top Vent) TR442/TR444 (* with TR-TVK installed) TR11/TR11T (* with TR-TVK installed) OPEN TOP with solid sides and 3 in. (76 mm) opening at the bottom 28 x 28 in. 32 x 32 in.
Page 41 D. Service Parts ► MONTANA-36, MONTANA-36H Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2003 36” Outdoor Woodburning Fireplace Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 17 18 Part number list on following page. 11/20 Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies • Montana US-CAN • 4039-156 Rev AP • 11/20...
Page 42 MONTANA-36, MONTANA-36H Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2003 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor.
Page 43 Service Parts MONTANA-42, MONTANA-42H Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2003 42” Outdoor Woodburning Fireplace Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 17 18 Part number list on following page. 11/20 Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies • Montana US-CAN • 4039-156 Rev AP • 11/20...
Page 44 Service Parts MONTANA-42, MONTANA-42H Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2003 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor.
Page 45 E. Warranty Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies™ Limited Lifetime Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for all Outdoor Lifestyles by HHT™ brand products (“Products”) that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: HHT warrants to the original owner of the Product at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership of the Product at the site of installation within one year following the date of original purchase, that the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture.
Page 46 Warranty (continued) Damages resulting from: (1) failure to install, operate, or maintain the Product in accordance with • the installation instructions, operating instructions, and listing agent identification label furnished with the Product; (2) failure to install the Product in accordance with local building codes; (3) shipping or improper handling;...
Page 47 F. Contact Information Hearth & Home Technologies 7571 215th Street West Lakeville, MN 55044 www.hearthnhome.com Please contact your Outdoor Lifestyles dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Outdoor Lifestyles dealer, please visit www.hearthnhome.com. – NOTES – CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL •...

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