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Listed to standards
ULC-S610 and UL-127
MONACO FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.
250, de Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec), Canada G3A 2H3
Tel: (418) 878-3040 Fax: (418) 878-3001
This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer's web site. It is a
copyrighted document. Re-sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this
manual from time to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or damages
arising out of the use of information contained in any manual obtained from unauthorized
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45182A
Printed in Canada
18-04-2013

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  • Page 1 MONACO FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC. 250, de Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec), Canada G3A 2H3 Tel: (418) 878-3040 Fax: (418) 878-3001 This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site. It is a copyrighted document.

  • Page 2: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions This installation manual will help you obtain a safe, efficient, dependable installation for your fireplace and chimney system. Please read and understand these installation instructions before beginning your installation. We recommend that our woodburning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the United States by NFI (National Fireplace Institute®) or in Canada by WETT (Wood Energy Technical Training) or in Quebec by APC (Association des Professionnels du Chauffage).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

        2.1.1 Parts Required ......................2     2.1.2 Additional Equipment (optional) ................2     OPERATING THE MONACO FIREPLACE ............3     2.2.1 Fuel ........................... 3     2.2.2 The use of manufactured logs .................. 3  ...
  • Page 4 OPTIONAL FIRE SCREEN INSTALLATION (AC01308) ........35     THE CHIMNEY ....................36     CHIMNEY INSTALLATION NOTES ..............36     CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........... 37     OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION ..............40     ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD..............44  ...

  • Page 5: Safety Rules For Operating Your Fireplace

    SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE  Use only a Flame glass door, specifically designed for the MONACO FIREPLACE.  When cleaning the fireplace, the ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground outside the house, pending final disposal.

  • Page 6: The Fireplace

    2.  The MONACO is not intended for use with a gas log. Failure to follow these instructions will void the certification and the warranty of the fireplace and may result in an unsafe installation.

  • Page 7: Operating The Monaco Fireplace

    OPERATING THE MONACO FIREPLACE 2.2.1 Fuel The MONACO is designed to work best when fuelled with seasoned cordwood. Use solid wood or processed solid fuel firelogs only. Hardwoods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density. Hardwoods will result in a longer burning fire and less frequent refuelling.

  • Page 8: First Fires

    Your MONACO fireplace will work best if a thick bed of hot embers is maintained in the bottom of the firebox, and a minimum of two large pieces of seasoned fuel are added.

  • Page 9: Primary Air

    2.2.6 Primary Air There is no flue damper in the MONACO. As in common with air tight stoves, the combustion air control sets the flow of air entering the firebox. This allows for a more precise control of the fire.

  • Page 10: Combustion Settings

    Creosote may accumulate on the glass door. This method of burning should be used only after operating the MONACO with the air control opened to produce a hot fire for about an hour or at medium pace for at least 2 hours. Slow combustion can be used at night in order to reduce the heat output and to prolong the burn.

  • Page 11: Smoking  Causes And Troubleshooting

    As the fire burns, air goes up the chimney. This air must be replaced through leakage into the house or through the fresh air kit. When operating the MONACO, open a nearby window temporarily to check if there is adequate air supply replacement. If opening a window solves the problem, the house is under negative pressure.

  • Page 12: Maintaining Your Monaco Fireplace

    F. Do not allow the wood to smoulder or burn without flame, since this will produce excessive creosote in the unit. MAINTAINING YOUR MONACO FIREPLACE 2.3.1 Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapours which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.

  • Page 13: Fire Baffle Removal Prior To Cleaning The Chimney

    2.3.3 Fire Baffle Removal Prior to Cleaning the Chimney Before starting to clean your chimney, we recommend that you remove the fire baffle to avoid creosote dust collection on top of the baffle. Follow the steps below to remove the fire baffle: 1.

  • Page 14: Disposal Of Ashes

    2.3.8 Glass Care – Replacement The two glasses used in the MONACO fireplace are 5 mm thick and have the same dimension of 14 1/2’’ D x 13 3/16’’H x 12’’ W. They are tested to reach temperatures up to 1400º F. If a glass breaks, it must be replaced with one having the same specification.
  • Page 15 WARNING: TEMPERED GLASS OR ORDINARY GLASS WILL NOT WITHSTAND THE HIGH TEMPERATURES OF THE MONACO FIREPLACE. WARNING: DO NOT ABUSE THE GLASS DOOR BY SLAMMING IT AGAINST THE FIREPLACE. WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE FIREPLACE WITH A CRACKED OR BROKEN GLASS.

  • Page 16: Glass Care - Cleaning

    2.3.9 Glass Care – Cleaning The MONACO is designed to keep the glass clean under normal operating conditions. If the MONACO is operated continuously with the combustion air controls closed, the glass will tend to get dirty unless the fuel, firebox and glass are maintained at higher temperatures. To clean the glass, there are a number of specially designed cleaners.

  • Page 17: Fireplace Installation

    26". Note the floor construction and consult your local building code to determine if additional support is needed. C. The MONACO may be installed directly on the floor or on a raised base (for proper guidelines, refer to “Heart Extension Requirements”) and a minimum of 7 feet (2.15 m) measured from the base of the appliance to the ceiling is required.

  • Page 18: Heart Extension Requirements

    2.4.2 Heart Extension Requirements The hearth extension floor area (see (A) on Figure 10) must extend at least 16" (40 cm) in front and at least 8" (20 cm) on each side of the door opening (see Figure 7). The joint between the hearth extension and the fireplace hearth needs to be made of non-combustible material such as sheet metal or sand-cement grout (not included) as shown on Figure 8.
  • Page 19 When the fireplace is installed directly on the floor, a noncombustible floor protection in front of the unit must be installed and have an R value insulation equal to or greater than 1.00. The use of an R value is convenient when more than one material is going to be used in the hearth extension to cover the combustible surface.
  • Page 20 2.4.2.2 How to eliminate the need of a R value It is however possible to eliminate the R value by elevating the unit from 4'' above the floor (see Figure 9), but the joint between the extension of the hearth and the fireplace must be protected by a non-combustible material.

  • Page 21: Framing, Facing, Mantel, And Combustible Shelf

    2.4.3 Framing, Facing, Mantel, and Combustible Shelf  Framing The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations (figures 10 to 14): A. Frame the fireplace using 2" × 3" (5 cm x 8 cm) or heavier lumber. WARNING: COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MATERIAL CANNOT BE USED IN THE SPACE DIRECTLY ABOVE THE FIREPLACE, EXCEPT FOR THE STUDS ABOVE THE FACING THAT SUPPORT THE FACING MATERIAL AND...
  • Page 22 Figure 10 Figure 11...
  • Page 23 Figure 12 Figure 13...
  • Page 24 INSTALLATION OF ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL IS PROHIBITED ON HATCHED ZONE. Figure 14...

  • Page 25: Insulated Chase Construction

    INSULATED CHASE CONSTRUCTION Figure 15  Facing 1. Materials directly in contact with the faceplate of the fireplace, especially the vertical and horizontal surround, must be non-combustible and have the minimal dimensions as shown on figure 16. 2. Non-combustible materials such as brick, stone or ceramic tile may project in front of and onto the fireplace decorative frame.
  • Page 26 Figure 16...

  • Page 27: Combustible Shelf

     Combustible shelf To install any combustible shelf, refer to figure 17 for a safe installation. For example, a shelf with a 6’’ depth (152 mm) must be installed at least 50" (127 cm) above the base of the fireplace. Different shelf dimensions are listed in figure 17 in order to facilitate installation. However, the minimum depth of the shelf is 6"...
  • Page 28 Figure 18...

  • Page 29: Blower Connection

    2.4.4 Blower connection The fan will come on as soon as the fireplace reaches its minimum start temperature. Have the wiring installed by a qualified electrician. Connect the wires from the power outlet to the terminal block, making sure that the white wire matches the white wire on the terminal. Connect the black wire with the black wire of the terminal block.

  • Page 30: Hot Air Ducting Installation

    HOT AIR DUCTING INSTALLATION Different hot air ducting systems can be installed with the MONACO:  Gravity kit  Forced air kit 2.5.1 Gravity Kit The kit includes:  2 x hot air outlets (grilles and frames);  2 x 90 elbows with brackets;...
  • Page 31 The safety rules for hot air ducting gravity kit installations are the following: Minimum height* 68" (1.7 m) Maximum length 10' (3m) (see figure 22) *The minimum height of the hot air ducting must be measured from the floor to the top of the hot air grilles.
  • Page 32 Figure 23...

  • Page 33: Central Forced Air Kit (Not Tested Under Epa Certification)

    2.5.2 Central Forced Air Kit (Not tested under EPA certification) The knock-outs provided on the back and on the sides of the MONACO allow the connection of insulated flexible pipe which enables you to heat adjacent rooms up to 50 feet from the fireplace (see figure 26).
  • Page 34 D) Attach a flexible pipe to the fan’s air outlet and route the flexible pipe to the chosen location. The ducting system can be installed either in an upper room or in a lower room; E) At that point, the flexible pipe can be attached to any air distribution grille. F) Make the electrical connections to the PC Board as explained with the forced air kit owner’s manual.

  • Page 35: Fresh Air Kit (Optional)

    Figure 26 FRESH AIR KIT (OPTIONAL) During operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion and draws air out of the house. It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces. As well, exhaust fans may compete for air, causing negative pressure in the house, resulting in smoke entering the house from the fireplace.
  • Page 36 The fresh air kit contains the following components: 1- A 3" flex adapter; 4- Plate for room air intake; 2- 2 pipe clamps; 5- 6 screws; 3- An outside air register; 6- 3” to 4” adaptor. To complete the fresh air kit installation, you will need a 3" insulated flexible pipe. Use the length required for your installation while respecting the maximum length of 10 ft.
  • Page 37 1) Remove the bottom louver 2) Seal the room air intake located on the right side by installing the plate over the opening. Use the two clips on the right side and two screws on the left side as in figure 29 to secure the plate. 3) Select which air inlet you wish to use figure 30 (you may use more than one) and either remove the cover figure 31 (side inlet) or remove the...

  • Page 38: Door Alignment

    DOOR ALIGNMENT To adjust the door positioning and spacing, loosen the hinge screw and pivot the hinge until the door is in the correct position. To tilt the door, lock in place one of the two hinges and pivot the other. The door will tilt to one side or the other depending on the direction the hinge is pivoted.

  • Page 39: Optional Fire Screen Installation (Ac01308)

    OPTIONAL FIRE SCREEN INSTALLATION (AC01308) Open the doors. Hold the fire screen by the two handles and bring it close to the door opening. Lean the upper part of the fire screen against the top door opening making sure to insert the top fire screen bracket behind primary...

  • Page 40: The Chimney

    Installations, which are located on lower floors in the house, such as in a basement, in combination with outside chimney, are especially prone to flow reversal. 2. The MONACO is listed only with chimney systems described in table 2. 3. A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance.

  • Page 41: Chimney Installation Instructions

    CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass and install rafter protectors (see figure 37). Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the holes. Make sure that the size of the floor and ceiling holes are in accordance with the chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 42 EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Figure 38...
  • Page 43 When you build a combustible chase enclosure for chimney sections above the roof, refer to the chimney manufacturer for clearances to combustible materials. Figure 39 – Example of a combustible chase enclosure installation above the roof...

  • Page 44: Offset Chimney Installation

    OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION The minimum system height when using elbows is: Fireplace model MONACO Chimney model All models Vertical installation 15 ft. (4.6 m) Two (2) elbows 15 ft. (4.6 m) Four (4) elbows 17 ft. (5.2 m) Table 1 After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 45 Figure 40 Figure 41...
  • Page 46 TABLE 2 - LISTED CHIMNEYS FOR YOUR MONACO CHIMNEY BRAND TYPE INNER DIAMETER MANUFACTURER Selkirk Ultra-Temp (UT) 1” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Super Pro (SPR) 1” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Super Vent (JSC) 1” Solid Pack 6"...
  • Page 47 Inner diameter 6″ Inner diameter 7″ Reference Parts required. (The numbers in Figure brackets are the parts numbers used 1″ 2″ 1″ 2″ by Security Chimneys) insulation insulation insulation insulation (ASHT+) (S2100+) (ASHT+) (S2100+) Anchor Plate (6SP) Anchor Plate (6XSP) Screws 6″...

  • Page 48: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD When passing through a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30 or 45 angle (30 or 45 in Canada and 30 only in the USA), an angled firestop or wall radiation shield provided by the chimney manufacturer must be installed. Only one is required. Follow the chimney manufacturer’s installation instructions.

  • Page 49: Chimney Support Installation

    CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION Universal Roof Support This support has three possible uses: 1. It must be used on a roof to support the chimney. 2. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset.

  • Page 50: Chimney Chase And Multiple Terminations

    CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS For the purpose of this manual, a chimney chase is considered a part of the chimney system rather than part of a building. The termination must be placed a minimum of 18" (460 mm) above the chase. For installations where more than one chimney is located in the same chase or within the same area, we suggest that their terminations be separated by at least 16"...

  • Page 51: Installation Instructions For Masonry Application

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chimney must be inspected by a qualified sweep. The following requirements must be respected: 1. The chimney must be absolutely clear of any soot residue or creosote. Check for cracks, loose or missing bricks that could inhibit correct installation of the liner.

  • Page 52: Options

    OPTIONS Gravity kit: Part No.: Includes: one deflector, two 90 elbows, and two outlet grilles and frames, #AC01309 Central forced air kit: Includes: one blower, one 5" flex adapter, 3 pipe clamps, and one control box with heat sensor and PC Board. #AC01340 Outside air kit Includes: one 3"...

  • Page 53: Appendix

    APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Weight: 385 lbs Height: 43 1/4" Width: 36 3/4" Depth: 26" Maximum recommended heating area: 500 to 2,100 square feet (with forced air kit) Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 30,500 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood: 75,000 Optimum efficiency: 77% *Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised? You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the...

  • Page 54: Thermal Characteristics Of Common Floor Protection Materials

    THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS OF COMMON FLOOR PROTECTION MATERIALS* MATERIAL CONDUCTIVITY (k) RESISTANCE (R) PER INCH PER INCH THICKNESS Micore® 160 0.39 2.54 Micore® 300 0.49 2.06 Durock® 1.92 0.52 Hardibacker® 1.95 0.51 Hardibacker® 500 0.44 Wonderboard® 3.23 0.31 Cement mortar 5.00 Common brick 5.00 Face brick...
  • Page 55 Exploded view for replacement parts...
  • Page 56 List of replacement parts 1  SE24154  LEFT DOOR WITH HANDLE AND GASKET 2  AC09193  LH SIDE BENT HANDLE REPLACEMENT KIT 3  30569  BLACK  ROUND WOODEN HANDLE 4  30039  NUT 1/2‐20  5  AC06200  BLACK GASKET AND SILICONE KIT 1/4'' X 1/2'' X11' 6  30579  ADJUSTABLE HINGE PIN 3/8'' ‐ 5/16'' DIA X 1 63/63'' LONG 7  SE24155  RIGHT DOOR WITH HANDLE AND GASKET 8  AC09192  RH SIDE BENT HANDLE AND LATCH REPLACEMENT KIT 9  24153  FIREPLACE DOOR LATCH  10  30114  SPRING PIN 5/32" DIA X 5/8" LONG 11  30101  SPRING TENSION PIN 5/32" DIA X 1 1/2" LONG 12  SE53075  LEFT REMPLACEMENT GLASS WITH GASKET 12" X 13 3/16" X 14 1/2"...

  • Page 57: Flame Limited Lifetime Warranty

    FLAME LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from factory. Products covered under this warranty must have been manufactured after the revision date indicated below.

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