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lo-rider Designer
Vent-free fireboxes
installation and operating
instructions
models: lstf36, lpf36,
lrCf36, llCf36
WarninGs
if the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
– 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. follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
– installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
WarninG: improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. refer to this manual. for assis-
tance or additional information consult a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
790004
L ST P R L CF
for use only with a listed gas-fired unvented
decorative room heater not to exceed 40,000
btu/hr. Do not builD a WooD fire.
Carefully review the instructions supplied
with the decorative type unvented room
heater for the minimum fireplace size
requirement.
Do not install an applianCe in this
firebox unless this firebox meets
the minimum Dimensions requireD for
the installation.
installer: leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
79D0004 2/10 Rev. 5
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- Page 1 Designer Vent-free fireboxes installation and operating instructions models: lstf36, lpf36, lrCf36, llCf36 WarninGs if the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. 790004 –...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..................3 PlANNINg the INSTAllATION ....................4 lOCATION of FIREBOX ........................ 5 ClEARANCES and HEIgHT REQUIREMENTS ................7 FIREPlACE FRAMINg ........................ 9 FIREPlACE INSTAllATION ..................... 11 gAS lINE INSTAllATION ......................14 CANOPY INSTAllATION ...................... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
important safetY information Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes installer oWner Please leave this manual with the appliance. Please retain this manual for future reference. • improper installation or use of the firebox can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. •... -
Page 4: Before You Start
ClearanCe anD heiGht requirements of the loG set are too larGe for the firebox. The lSTF36, lPF36, lRCF36, and llCF36 Series are vent-free fireboxes. They feature a self-contained heat-circulating system. These units also feature a 2-in-1 flexible-face system (except for corner unit) that converts the circulating system into a radiant system in seconds. -
Page 5: Planning The Installation
planninG the installation Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes In planning the installation for the appliance it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional accessories are desired. gas supply piping should also be planned. The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, however, and might require a different sequence. - Page 6 fireplaCe framinG Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance is set 10 ” 11 ” in place. Construct firebox framing following Figures 9 through (276 mm) (302 mm) 14 on pages 9 and 10 for your specific installation requirements. Refer to Figure 1 on Page 5 for firebox dimensions. The framing headers may rest on the top of the firebox standoffs.
- Page 7 FP2302 22 ” 2 x 4 (587 mm) Figure 13 - Top View of Framing Specifications for FP2302 FP2303 See-Through Unit (Model LSTF36) 34 ” top view see thru frame (883 mm) ” (1072 mm) Figure 14 - Framing Specifications for See-Through Unit (Model LSTF36)
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Page 8: Location Of Firebox
loCation of firebox Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes Carefully select the best location for installation of your vent-free firebox. The following factors should be taken into consideration. • Clearance to side wall, ceiling, woodwork, and windows. Refer to “ClEARANCES and HEIgHT REQUIREMENTS”... -
Page 9: Clearances And Height Requirements
3. back Wall Clearance — The appliance may be placed against a combustible back wall. 4. parallel Wall Clearance — The clearance from the opening of the firebox to any wall that is parallel to the opening should not be less than 36" (lSTF36 and lPF36 models only). Refer to Figure 4. - Page 10 ClearanCes and heiGht requirements Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes 5. mantel clearances — the canopy supplied 12” with the unit must be installed. If a combustible 10” mantel is installed, it must meet the clearance 8” 12” requirements detailed in Figure 6. 6”...
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Page 11: Fireplace Installation
fireplaCe installation Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes peninsula unit (lpf36) installation 1. Attach nailing flanges in desired position. Figure 16 2. Slide firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later. 3. level and plumb firebox by checking edges of firebox. Shim if necessary. - Page 12 Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes see-throuGh unit (lstf36) installation 1. Attach nailing flanges in desired position. Figure 16 2. Slide firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later. 3. level and plumb firebox by checking edges of firebox. Shim if necessary.
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Page 13: Gas Line Installation
Gas line installation Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes plumbing connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed plumber. main gas supply must be off when plumbing gas line to fireplace or performing service. Consult all local codes. All gas piping must be installed to comply with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA54. -
Page 14: Canopy Installation
1. Align the canopy with the holes in the top frame. 2. Secure canopy with five (5) screws provided. 3 Repeat on other side for See-Through Unit (lSTF36) and Peninsula Unit (lPF36). Install the 20" canopy on the shorter end with two (2) screws (lRCF36/ llCF36). -
Page 15: Wiring To Junction Box
Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes forCeD air kit If you are installing the forced air kit Model BlOTDl on the lSTF36, lPF36, gCRF36 or gClF36 units, see the installation instructions below supplied with kit. electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician, main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service. -
Page 16: Replacement Parts
replaCement parts Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes stanDarD features item DesCription lrCf/llCf 36” Canopy 71D0500 71D0500 71D0500 20” Canopy 79D0082(1) Screen Panel 79D0001(4) 79D0001(4) 79D0001(3) Screen Rod Side 26D0138(4) 26D0138(4) 26D0138(2) Screen Rod End 43D0116(1) Brick Panel Common 79D0093(1) 79D0093(1) 79D0093(1) Brick Panel Corner 79D0094(1) -
Page 17: Combustion Air
use of optional ak-4 outsiDe air kit Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes Combustion air 1. locate combustion air assembly at an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any manner. locate assembly a min. of 12" above the snow line to prevent block- age by snow accumulation. - Page 18 use of optional ak-4 outsiDe air kit Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes The use of outside air for combustion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one side of the fireplace. Use the model AK4 combustion air kit.
- Page 19 use of optional ak-4 outsiDe air kit Lo-Rider Designer Vent Free Fireboxes moDel ak-4 Combustion air assemblY (CONTINUeD) 7. If the duct is the insulated type, push the insulation back from one end of the duct approximately 2". See Figure 29. 8. Slip the exposed end of the duct over the starting collar on the fireplace. 9.
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Page 20: Warranty
After installation, if any of the components manufactured by MHSC in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, MHSC will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner.