MHSC 36STFL Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Lo-rider designer vent-free fireboxes

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Lo-rider Designer
Vent-free Fireboxes
Models: 36STFL, 36PFL,
36RCFL, 36LCFL
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.
Installation and Operating
Instructions
790007
Designer lorider cover
For use 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 reference.
79D0007 1/11 Rev. 5

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  • Page 1 Lo-rider Designer Vent-free Fireboxes Models: 36STFL, 36PFL, 36RCFL, 36LCFL 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. Installation and Operating – Do not store or use gasoline or other...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a MHSC fireplace. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes OWNER INSTALLER Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. •...
  • Page 4: General Installation Information

    REqUIREMENTS OF THE LOG SET ARE TOO LARGE However, always maintain minimum FOR THE FIREBOx. clearances to combustible materials and The 36STFL, 36PFL, 36RCFL, and 36LCFL Series are do not violate any specific installation vent-free fireboxes. They feature a self-contained heat- requirements.
  • Page 5: Firebox Dimensions

    FIREBOx DIMENSIONS Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes ” ” 23 ” ” 1 ” 2 ” ” ” 23 ” 5 ” 34 ” Rear Open 27 ” Front 28 ” Side 11 ” 11 ” 5 ” ” ” 12 ” 11 ”...
  • Page 6: Firebox Location

    FIREBOx LOCATIONS Lo-Rider 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. See Clearances and Height Require- ments section below and on pages 8 and 9. Minimum clearances to combustibles must be maintained.
  • Page 7: Clearance And Height Requirements

    FP887 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" (36STFL and 36PFL models only). Figure 4 Figure 4 - Parallel Wall Clearance...
  • Page 8: Clearances And Height Requirements

    CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REqUIREMENTS Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes 5. Mantel clearances — The canopy supplied with the unit must be installed. If a combustible mantel is installed, it must meet the clearance requirements Combustible detailed in Figure 6. Material Area Fireplace 6.
  • Page 9: Firebox Framing

    FIREBOx FRAMING Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes Firebox framing can be built before or after the appli- ance is set in place. Construct firebox framing follow- Do not fill spaces around firebox with ing Figures 9 through 15 on pages 9 and 10 for your insulation or other materials.
  • Page 10: Fireplace Framing And Installation

     x  filler to be installed after fireplace is set in Figure 14 - place Connection Framing Specifications for See-Through Unit (Model 36STFL) FP2303 ” see thru framing ” NOTE: To center firebox in wall, check center line dimensions before framing 19 ”...
  • Page 11: Firebox Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes PENINSULA UNIT (36PFL) INSTALLATION 1. Attach nailing flanges in desired position. Figure 16 . 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: Corner Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes SEE-THROUGH UNIT (36STFL) INSTALLATION 1. Attach nailing flanges in desired position. Figure 16 . 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.
  • Page 13: Canopy Installation

    1. Align the canopy with the holes in the top frame. . Secure longer canopy with three (3) screws provided. 3 Repeat on opposite side for See-Through Unit (36STFL) and Peninsula Unit (36PFL). Install the 0" (shorter) canopy on the shorter end with two () screws (36RCFL/ 36LCFL).
  • Page 14: Gas Line Installation

    GAS LINE INSTALLATION Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes Plumbing connections should only be Connecting directly to an unregulated performed by a qualified, licensed plumber. propane / L.P.G. tank can cause an Main gas supply must be off when plumbing explosion. gas line to fireplace or performing service. Do not connect directly to natural gas 1/2 Consult all local codes.
  • Page 15: Electrical Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes Electrical connections should only be FORCED AIR kIT performed by a qualified, licensed electrician, If you are installing the forced air kit Model BLOTDL on main power must be off when connecting to the LSTF36, LPF36, GCRF36 or GCLF36 units, see the main electrical power supply or performing installation instructions below supplied with kit.
  • Page 16: Combustion Air

    COMBUSTION and VENTILATION AIR Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes COMBUSTION AIR 1. Locate combustion air assembly at an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any man- ner. Locate assembly a min. of 1" above the snow line to prevent blockage by snow accumulation.
  • Page 17: Optional Ak-4 Outside Air Kit

    COMBUSTION and VENTILATION AIR Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes Screws Air Starting DO NOT remove the cover if the outside Collar air will not be connected. Duct 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.
  • Page 18: Model 403 Duct Connector

    COMBUSTION and VENTILATION AIR Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes 7. If the duct is the insulated type, push the insulation back from one end of the duct approximately ". Figure 29 8. Slip the exposed end of the duct over the starting collar Insulation on the fireplace.
  • Page 19: Cleaning

    CLEANING Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes GLASS CLEANING NOTE: Glass should not be removed for cleaning. When Cleaning Glass • Allow glass to cool before cleaning. • Never use abrasive cleaning materials on glass. • Keep children and pets at safe distance away. •...
  • Page 20: Replacement Parts And Optional Accessories

    REPLACEMENT PARTS Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes Firebox Parts Ref. Description STFL RCFL/LCFL 36" Canopy 71D0500 71D0500 71D0500 790007 VF designer parts 0" Canopy 79D008 (1) Screen Panel 79D0001 (4) 79D0001 (4) 79D0001 (3) Screen Rod Side 6D0138 (4) 6D0138 (4) 6D0138 () Screen Rod End 43D0116 (1) Brick Panel Common...
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  • Page 23: Warranty

    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. MHSC will also pay for reasonable labor costs incurred in replacing or repairing such components for a period of two years from the date of installation.
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