Monessen Hearth 6000DV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Monessen Hearth 6000DV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Monessen Hearth 6000DV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Direct vent gas fireplace

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direct vent Gas
Fireplace
Installation and Operating
Instructions
Model: 6000dv
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.
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, alteration,
services or maintenance can cause injury or property
damage. refer to this manual. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service agency
or the gas supplier.
this appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*,
permanently located, manufactured home (usa only) or
mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes.
this appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. this appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified
kit is used.
* aftermarket: completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the
manufacturer.
420200
6000DV cover
d u e to h I G h t e M p e r at u r e s , t h e
applIance should Be located out oF
traFFIc and away FroM FurnIture and
draperIes.
chIldren and adults should Be alerted
to the haZards oF hIGh surFace
teMperature and should stay away to
avoId Burns or clothInG IGnItIon.
younG chIldren should Be supervIsed
when they are In the saMe rooM as the
applIance.
clothInG or other FlaMMaBle MaterIal
should not Be placed on or near the
applIance.
Keep the rooM area clear and Free
FroM coMBustIBle MaterIals, GasolIne,
and other FlaMMaBle vapors and
lIquIds.
Installer: leave this manual with the appliance.
consuMer: retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
42D0200 8/09 Rev. 12

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  • Page 1 Gas Fireplace Installation and Operating Instructions Model: 6000dv 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. – do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    6000DV Gas Fireplace Important safety Information ........3 Fireplace Installation ..........28 Check Gas Type.............28 product Features ............5 Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace/Burner System code approval ..............5 Location ..............28 pre-Installation Information checking Gas pressure ..........30 High Elevations ............6 electrical Installation..........30 Orifice Sizes, Pressures and BTUs ......6 Electrical Wiring .............30...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMportant saFety InForMatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace owner Installer Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the owner. • read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •...
  • Page 4 IMportant saFety InForMatIon and code approval 6000DV Gas Fireplace 14. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, card- IMportant: board, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type indicated on rating plate. please read the FollowInG 15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically...
  • Page 5: Product Features

    Features and code approval 6000DV Gas Fireplace product specIFIcatIons • This appliance has been certified for use with either natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. • This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. • The appliance is approved for bedroom or bedsitting room installations.
  • Page 6: Pre-Installation Information

    InForMatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace hIGh elevatIons Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are certified without deration for elevations up to 4,500 feet (1,370 m) above sea level. For elevations above 4,500 feet (1,370 m) in USA, installation must be in accordance with the current ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and/or local codes having...
  • Page 7: Fireplace Dimensions

    FIreplace dIMensIons 6000DV Gas Fireplace ” see-through and peninsula Model dimen- sions 23 ” 18 ” ” 39 ” ” 5/8” 1/2” 32 ” 34 ” 1/2” 5/8” Gas/Electric Access 44” 3 ” 420200 6000Dv penin dims corner Model dimensions (Right shown) 18 ”...
  • Page 8: Fireplace Framing

    FIreplace FraMInG 6000DV Gas Fireplace It is best to build firebox framing aFter the appliance is set in place. Refer to the dimensions for your fireplace on Page 7. The framing headers may rest on the top of the firebox standoffs.
  • Page 9: Framing See Through Fireplace

    FraMInG FIreplace 6000DV Gas Fireplace FraMInG see throuGh FIreplace * note: For ease of installation, frame around the firebox after it has been set. Refer to chart below for specifications. When installing into existing framed (A1) openings, loosen the junction box. Remove the rear-mounted flue pipe adaptor.
  • Page 10: Fireplace Location

    6. Control compartments, burners and air passages in this It is not unusual for your Monessen gas fireplace to give fireplace should be kept clean and free of dust and lint. off some odor the first time it is burned. This is due to the...
  • Page 11 InForMatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace A Flat on Wall B Room Divider FP2277 Figure 6 - Possible Fireplace Locations a. wall locatIon FP2277 y Minimum distance between a glass panel and a parallel wall = 42" locate fireplace Z Minimum distance between the edge of a glass panel and an adjacent wall = 3"...
  • Page 12: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing

    FIreplace to Floor 6000DV Gas Fireplace secure FIreplace to Floor The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 7. Use two (2) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing.
  • Page 13: Clearances

    6000DV Gas Fireplace clearances to coMBustIBles Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. the appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring. If installed on carpet...
  • Page 14: Vent Installation

    InstallatIon precautIons note: This appliance must be installed with a Monessen approved venting system only. Consult local building codes before beginning the installation. The installer must make sure to select the proper vent system for installation. Before installing vent kit, the installer must read this fireplace manual and vent kit instructions.
  • Page 15 InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace horizontal sections of this vent system this fireplace must be vented to the require a minimum of 3" clearances to outside. the venting system must never combustibles at the top of the flue and be attached to a chimney serving a 1"...
  • Page 16: Optional Top Vent Application

    6000DV Gas Fireplace vent InstallatIon optIonal top vent applIcatIon after conversion to top vent The appliance is shipped as a rear vent unit. If the installation configuration the 4" (102 mm) flue layout requires the unit to be a top vent configuration the appli- pipe should be concentric within ance can be converted by following the steps below.
  • Page 17: Installation Planning

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace InstallatIon plannInG never run the vent pipe down. this may cause There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: excessive temperatures which could cause a • Horizontal Termination fire. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose.
  • Page 18: Termination Locations

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace General ventInG InForMatIon - terMInatIon locatIon INSIDE  CORNER DETAIL  G  V  H  A  D  E  L  C  B  B  V  Fixed B  V  Closed V  Fixed Operable Closed F  V  B  M  V  B  J  B ...
  • Page 19: How To Use The Vent Graph

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace terMInatIon clearances For BuIldInGs wIth coMBustIBle and noncoMBustIBle exterIors G=6" (152mm) F=6" (152mm) Inside Corner  Outside Corner  C = Maximum depth of 48" (1219mm)     for alcove location D = Minimum width for back wall of     alcove location     Combustible - 38" (965mm)     Noncombustible - 24" (610mm) E = Clearance from corner in alcove  Combustible &      location Noncombustible     Combustible - 6" (152mm) G = Combustible 24"(610mm)
  • Page 20: Rear Wall Vent Installation

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace rear wall vent InstallatIon When installed as a rear vent unit this appliance may be vented directly to a termination located on the rear wall behind the appliance • The maximum horizontal distance between the rear of the appliance and the outside face of the rear wall is 20"...
  • Page 21 InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace rear wall vent InstallatIon (continued) Deflecting 4. Apply a bead of non-hardening mastic around the outside Shield edge of vent cap. Position the vent cap in the center of hole on the exterior wall with the word “UP” on the vent cap facing up.
  • Page 22: Horizontal Termination Configuration

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace horIZontal terMInatIon conFIGuratIons since it is very important that the venting system maintain its bal- ance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must be strictly Dimensions in ...
  • Page 23 InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace horIZontal terMInatIon conFIGuratIon (Continued) • If a 90° elbow is used in the horizontal vent run, the horizontal 90° vent length is reduced by 36" (914 mm). Figure 24. This does not apply if the 90° elbows are used to increase or redirect a vertical rise.
  • Page 24: Below Grade Installation

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace Below Grade InstallatIons When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal clearances of 12" above grade level, a snorkel kit is recommended. It allows installation depth down to 7" (178 mm) below grade level.
  • Page 25: Vertical Through-The-Roof Installation

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace vertIcal throuGh-the-rooF applIcatIons This Gas Fireplace has been approved for, • Vertical installations up to 40' (12 m) in height. Up to a 10' (3 m) horizontal vent run can be installed within the vent system using a maximum of two 90° elbows. Figure 29...
  • Page 26: Installation For Vertical Termination

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace InstallatIon For vertIcal terMInatIon 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling joist, roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system, con- Roof Flashing sider an offset. Refer to Figure 31 to avoid cutting load bearing members.
  • Page 27 InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole. note: If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions, you must support the vent pipe every three (3) feet. use wall straps for this purpose. refer to Page 25, Figure 29. whenever possible, use 45°...
  • Page 28: Fireplace Installation

    FIreplace InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace checK Gas type Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit.
  • Page 29 FIreplace InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace a manual shutoff valve must be installed only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. union tee and piping may make the necessary gas plugged 1/8” npt pressure tapping point connections to this appliance.
  • Page 30: Checking Gas Pressure

    MIllIvolt & electronIc checK Gas pressure and electrIcal InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, stop! Do not install the appliance.
  • Page 31: Electrical Installation

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace reMote wall Mounted swItch A remote wall switch and up to fifteen (15) feet of 18 Ga. wire may be used with this appliance. Attach the wall switch in a junction box at the desired location on the wall. Figure 37. Do not extend beyond the wall switch wire length provided.
  • Page 32: Electronic Pilot Ignition

    InstallatIon 6000DV Gas Fireplace electronIc pIlot IGnItIon wIrInG do not connect 110-120v ac to the remote wall switch. the appliance will malfunction. Figure 38 - Remote Wall Switch Wiring Diagram reMote wall swItch FP2551 remote switch wiring Position the wall switch. Do not extend beyond the 15 feet of wire.
  • Page 33: Glass Removal

    Glass reMoval 6000DV Gas Fireplace Glass FraMe reMoval All three (3) glass frames are replaced the same way. 1. Release two clamps on bottom of fireplace. Figure 39 2. Tilt glass frame out and lift glass frame up until it clears three tabs on top of fireplace.
  • Page 34: Log Placement

    6000DV Gas Fireplace Before you begin — This unit is supplied with eight ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers.
  • Page 35 6000DV Gas Fireplace Bottom Center Back Log (#3) 5. Position left end of bottom center back log (#3) beside rear end of left log (#1). Line up pin on grate with pin hole in bottom of center back log (#3) Snug right end of bottom center back log (#3) to the middle of right log (#2).
  • Page 36 6000DV Gas Fireplace loG placeMent Top Log #6 Grate Prong Four Cutout on Bottom Center 8. Place Y-Shaped end of top log (#6) on on prong four of back of grate. Position other end of top log (#6) in cutout of bottom center log (#3).
  • Page 37: Air Restrictor Adjustment

    6000DV Gas Fireplace The fireplace is equipped with a restrictor plate that is located inside the top chamber of the fireplace. Depending upon the vent configuration, you may be required to adjust the restrictor position 1. Remove glass frame. Refer to Glass Frame Removal, Page 33.
  • Page 38: Operating Instructions

    InstructIons 6000DV Gas Fireplace For your saFety read BeFore lIGhtInG If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. a. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in battery ignitor while following these instructions exactly.
  • Page 39: Lighting Pilot

    InstructIons 6000DV Gas Fireplace lIGhtInG pIlot For the FIrst tIMe approved leaK testInG Method If using a soap and water You may check for gas leaks with the following methods solution to test for leaks, only: do not spray solution onto •...
  • Page 40: Lighting Burner

    InstructIons 6000DV Gas Fireplace lIGhtInG Burner MaIn Burner swItch The “ON/OFF/RS” switch for the main burner can be found behind door of the fireplace. This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob.
  • Page 41: Cleaning And Maintenance

    MaIntenance 6000DV Gas Fireplace Make sure the gas valve knob is in the “OFF” position. Wait at least five (5) minutes before start- ing maintenance. Fireplace must be cold before starting maintenance. ventInG systeM A qualified agency should examine the venting system annually.
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    6000DV Gas Fireplace trouBleshootInG standInG pIlot IGnItIon syMptoM possIBle cause actIon 1. Spark ignitor will A. Wire disconnected. A. Open door and check to make sure wire is connected not light pilot after to ignitor. repeated triggering of B. Defective ignitor.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    6000DV Gas Fireplace electronIc IGnItIon start Check: Line voltage (120VAC) Low voltage transformer (19.5 minimum VAC) 1. Turn gas supply off. ON/OFF switch 2. Turn ON/OFF switch to “ON” Wiring connections Power to module (24V Normal) Unplug ignition lead and...
  • Page 44: Blower

    6000DV Gas Fireplace General trouBleshootInG syMptoM possIBle cause actIon A. Install log set per the instructions 6. Glass Soots A. Flame impingement Inspect the injector and air intake area. Make sure on logs this area does not have any blockage from debris and clean.
  • Page 45: Replacement Parts

    6000DV Gas Fireplace loGs Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. LG646 DV6000 log parts ref. description natural...
  • Page 46 6000DV Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER *2 (2-Peninsula  2-See-through 1-Corner) Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage 420200 or personal injury.
  • Page 47 6000DV Gas Fireplace standInG pIlot – MIllIvolt control 9,10,11,12 ref. description natural propane Gas Valve Assy 37D0117 37D0118 Pilot Assy 20H2048 20H2049 2C. Replacement Thermocouple 37D1067 37D1067 Replacement Igniter and Wire 37D1069 37D1069 Replacement Thermopile 37D1068 37D1068 Flexhose w/ Shut-off Valve...
  • Page 48 6000DV Gas Fireplace electronIc IGnItIon ref. description natural propane Gas Valve Assy 37D0016 37D0017 Pilot Assy 37D0020 37D0021 Flexhose w/ Shut-off Valve 23D6046 23D6046 Rocker Switch 41D0048 41D0048 420200 Injector 42D0502 42D0503 DV6000 elect parts Burner Assy 42D0500...
  • Page 49: Vent Components

    6000DV Gas Fireplace vent coMponents Simpson Durvent Ref. Qty/Box Description or MHSC Pt. No. Simpson Horizontal High Wind Termination Horizontal Square Termination Cap w/ Built-in Vinyl Siding Standoff, Heat Deflector and Firestop Horizontal Rigid Pipe Termination Kit w/ Horizontal Termination Cap w/...
  • Page 50: Massachusetts Residents Only

    6000DV Gas Fireplace Massachusetts residents only — please read and follow these special requirements note reGardInG vented products 2. approved carbon Monoxide detectors. Each carbon This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Page 51: Warranty

    6000DV Gas Fireplace lIMIted lIFetIMe warranty polIcy lIFetIMe warranty The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase: Firebox, Combustion Chamber, Heat Exchanger, Grate and Stainless Steel Burners. FIve year warranty The following components are warranted five (5) years to the original owner, subject of proof of purchase: Ceramic Fiber Logs.
  • Page 52: Efficiencies

    efficiency ratings Model enerGuide ratings Fireplace efficiency (%) 6000DVNV 6000DVPN 6000DVNE 6000DVPE Mhsc 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...

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