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WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in a permanent home, and is suitable for bedroom or sitting room.
IN THE EVENT THAT YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance
Do not touch electrical switches
Do not use any phone in your building
Call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone and
follow the gas supplier's instructions
If you cannot reach the gas supplier, call the fire
department
PLEASE NOTE: This product has been manufactured using steel and screws. As a result, there are many sharp edges that can easily
cut exposed skin. It is highly recommended that you wear proper protective gloves while installing the unit, and during routine
cleaning or maintenance.
Installer: Please leave this manual with
Customer: Please keep instructions for future reference
Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces
Model MB-42
Canadian Fire Hearth Mfg
7075 Beatty Dr., Mission, B.C. Canada V2V-6C4
Installation and Owner's Manual
PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
INSTALLING AND OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or use gasoline or any other
flammable vapors or liquids within the vicinity
of this or any other appliance
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- Page 1 Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces Model MB-42 Canadian Fire Hearth Mfg 7075 Beatty Dr., Mission, B.C. Canada V2V-6C4 Installation and Owner’s Manual PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THE APPLIANCE WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
- Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS Welcome to Our Luxor Gas Fireplace Family We hope you’ve had an easy and enjoyable time choosing from our line of products, and we certainly appreciate your business. Please take some time to read through the following information, and make sure to heed all of the warnings. Even though our fireplaces are easy to install and simple to operate, they are still gas burning units with some inherent dangers if not careful.
- Page 3 Table of Contents: General Safety (Home Owner) Page 1: Pre-Start Up Fire Extinguisher: Every home should have Page 2: General Safety & Index at least on fire extinguisher. An approved Page 3: Specifications Class A-B-C extinguisher should be Page 4: Framing & Clearances mounted on the wall near an exit and close Page 5: Vent Clearances to the application, but not so close that...
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Page 4: Specifications
Please Note: Only products supplied by the manufacturer may be used in the installation of this appliance. The Luxor MB42 is a direct vent gas appliance utilizing an inclined vent for superior installation flexibility. It enables either horizontal or vertical vent installation without labouring to convert over a dual type unit or having to purchase a dedicated vent configuration. -
Page 5: Framing And Clearances
6” mantle ¾” mantle 1 0 ” 8” 6” 8” Non combustible MB-42 Dimensions 3 6 ” ta ll Back Width 34” Depth 14” width 42” Inside framed size 11” X 11”for termination: -use CFH Part No. RV58, Weatherguard model with 1”... -
Page 6: Vent Clearances
Vent Clearances Note: Make sure that you allow for installation of any wiring such as the fan remote control or wall switch before applying finishing material. Use a roof flashing and Storm Collar whenever vent passes •The following diagram shows a typical framed installation. through the roof All clearances must be adhered to. - Page 7 Installation of Clean Face Kits Models CFLK42 & CFLK42T The Optional CFLK-42 Cleanface surround must be attached onto the MB42 Fireplace unit before installation. Each CFLK42 includes 4 self tapping screws which are used to secure the side panel to the left and right faces of the MB42 as shown.
- Page 8 Installation for Cleanface CFLK42T Tileless front Please note that the top of the frame is the panel with the folding metal end tabs 1) Align frame so that the inside flanges slide into the chassis off the fireplace opening. The metal tabs on the bottom of the flanges are for the purpose of...
- Page 9 2) Frame top is secured to the fireplace with three tapping screws. The holes for the screws are accessed through the three 5/8” round opening. 3) Once the frame is secured on the fireplace the top end tabs need to be folded up 90 degrees. A pair of pliers will be required.
- Page 10 5) After completion of Installation the Control Compartment cover must be installed. Place the two end hooks on the locating tabs of the Fireplace chassis as pictured...
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Page 11: Venting Components
Component List for Rigid Pipe installations using Please Note: Flex Pipe requirements are Simpson DuraVent© products. UL, ULC rated comprises of 2 X .005 wall thickness of type 3003 Aluminum or better. MB-42 utilizes 8” and 5” Simpson DuraVent ° diameters. *58DVA-E30 elbow (vertical) °... - Page 12 MB42 Venting Vertical Termination Special Note for all Rigid Pipe Vent installations ° ° Depending on the configuration starting at the rear of the fireplace either a 60 or 30 elbow will be required allow proper alignment of subsequent piping: °...
- Page 13 MB42 Venting Horizontal Termination Special Note for all the Rigid Pipe Vent installations ° ° Depending on the configuration starting at the rear of the fireplace either a 60 or 30 elbow will be required to allow proper alignment of subsequent piping: °...
- Page 14 Venting Continued QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY When planning an installation it will be necessary to select the proper length of vent pipe for the particular requirements. It is important to not that, when passing Simpson Duravent pipe through a wall thimble (p/n 942) maybe required in Canada. Check local codes. Flex pipe installations require Mill-Pac sealant on exhaust joints.
- Page 15 Door Removing and Installing WARNING: Do not abuse the appliance’s glass by striking, slamming or similar trauma. Do not use the appliance with the door removed, glass panel cracked or broken. Only use tempered glass approved for use with this appliance. Do not use substitute materials.
- Page 16 Electrical Applicable when installed. WARNNG Electrical Grounding Instructions This appliance is equipped with a three pronged (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. L1(BK) Fan Motor Resistor Adjustable...
- Page 17 Planning The recommended order of installation is as follows: 1 – Familiarize yourself with this manual. 2 – Check the minimum installation dimensions and vent installation. 3 – Check your local installation codes. 4 – Check you have the parts and components necessary to complete the installation. 5 –...
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Page 18: Optional Fan Kit Installation
Optional Fan Kit Installation Each kit contains: -Fan assembly with mounting gasket -Grounded electrical harness -Rheostat & thermal switch fan kit p/n FK-SG Caution: The appliance contains many sharp edges. Make sure to wear proper gloves. NOTE: fan install in clean face 1. - Page 19 Thermostat Installation (Not permitted in US installations) Thermostat or wall switch installation The burner control switch is located in the centre of the control department opening. For your convenience, the unit can also be operated by a thermostat or a wall switch control. Millivolt thermostats are available from any authorized CFHMfg dealer. Please note, bedroom installations require the use of a wall thermostat.
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Page 20: Log Installation
Log Installation Step#1 Inspect and make certain that none of the fire holes or the pilot are blocked before installing the log set. CAUTION: Logs are brittle and easily damaged. If desired distribute vermiculite and ember fibre on the burner surface. -
Page 21: Lighting Instructions
Lighting Instructions For your safety, read the following before lighting: WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage and personal injury or death. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. C. -
Page 22: Replacement Parts List
Replacement Parts List BURNER COMPONENTS Pilot Tube CDC006PT Thermopile 01-018 Quick Drop Out TC 03-018 Pilot Assy. (NG) DC006NG MB42 Burner 42 Burner MB42 Valve Tray 42 Valve Tray Valve tray Gasket GK01 Gas Valve SIT (NG) GC1001 Conversion Kit (SIT) Natural gas to propane CV42001 Conversion Kit (SIT) Propane to natural gas CV42101... -
Page 23: Final Checks
Final Checks Installer: Before leaving the appliance with the customer, you 1. Clean the glass regularly as soon as you notice must check the operation of the appliance. the buildup, (white film). If the film is left for a *Check correct rating by clocking the appliance at 15 minutes. longer period of time, build up will bake on. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting troubleshooting of the appliance. Warning: Installation, troubleshooting and servicing of gas and electrical devices of the appliance should only be conducted by a qualified installer, service technician or the gas supplier. Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. - Page 25 Troubleshooting Continued Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Frequent pilot outage problems Pilot adjusted too low Adjust pilot and clean if required. Switch wires may be grounding Check switch wires. out. Thermocouple worn Check thermocouple millivolts Adverse wind conditions Check termination location and make sure it is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
- Page 26 -Remove the screws that hold the valve plate assembly -Carefully lift out the assembly Fan Assembly A fan assembly is available for the model MB-42. For details on fan installation and service, see separate documentation supplied with the fan kit. Venting System The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person.
- Page 27 After the first year, with respect to the Luxor Limited Lifetime Warranty, CFHMfg may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding to the original warranted purchaser the wholesale price of any warranted but defective part(s).
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