Monessen Hearth KSTDV500 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Monessen Hearth KSTDV500 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Monessen Hearth KSTDV500 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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KSTDV Series
Direct Vent Gas
Fireplace
Model: KSTDV500
Installation and operating
Instructions
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.
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warnInG
Due To hIGh TeMperaTureS, The 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.
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  • Page 1 KSTDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Model: KSTDV500 Installation and operating Instructions 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

    conTenTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Monessen Fireplace. pleaSe reaD The InSTallaTIon anD operaTIon InSTrucTIonS BeFore uSInG The applIance! 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. Important Safety Information ........
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMporTanT SaFeTy InForMaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace InSTaller owner Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •...
  • Page 4: Code Approval

    IMporTanT SaFeTy InForMaTIon & coDe approVal KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically IMporTanT: grounded in accordance with local codes or in the pleaSe reaD The FollowInG absence of local codes, with the National Electrical careFully Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel...
  • Page 5: Product Features

    Min. Front diction. Model Fuel all Burners all Burners Burners In Canada, please consult provincial and/or local authori- only ties having jurisdiction for installations at elevations KSTDV500 Nat. 56,000 37,000 30,000 above 4,500 feet (1,370 m). KSTDV500 56,000 44,000 27,000...
  • Page 6: Fireplace & Framing Dimensions

    FIreplace & FraMInG DIMenSIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 25” Rough  (635 mm) Opening  Depth 11 ” (292 mm) 23” (584 mm) 1/2” or 5/8”  Recessed Nailing Flange 50” (1270 mm) Rough Opening Width Rough  Opening  Height 4 ” (108 mm) 44 ” 44 ” (1137 mm) (1130 mm) 36” (914 mm) 30" 38 ” (981 mm) (762 mm) 24”...
  • Page 7: Pre-Installation Information

    pre-InSTallaTIon InForMaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace BeFore you STarT FIreBox FraMInG Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping is set in place. Construct firebox framing following Figure damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage 2 for your specific installation requirements.
  • Page 8: Fireplace Location

    pre-InSTallaTIon InForMaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreplace locaTIon Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e.
  • Page 9: Clearances

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace clearanceS 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 or vinyl flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal, wood or noncombustible material panel extending full width and depth of the appliance.
  • Page 10: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing

    Secure FIreplace To Floor or FraMInG KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6 . Use four (4) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing.
  • Page 11: Venting Installation

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenTInG InSTallaTIon read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. operation of improperly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. InSTallaTIon precauTIonS Consult local building codes before beginning the installation.
  • Page 12: Installation Planning

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenTInG InSTallaTIon InSTallaTIon plannInG never run the vent pipe down. This may There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: cause excessive temperatures which could • Horizontal Termination cause a fire. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose.
  • Page 13: Vertical/Horizontal Termination Locations

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenTInG InSTallaTIon 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 14: How To Use The Vent Graph

    VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace TerMInaTIon clearanceS For BuIlDInGS wITh coMBuSTIBle anD noncoMBuSTIBle exTerIorS G=6" (152mm) F=6" (152mm) Combustible – 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible – 2" (51mm) 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 ...
  • Page 15: Vertical/Horizontal Termination Configurations

    VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VerTIcal/horIZonTal TerMInaTIon 36" (914 mm) conFIGuraTIonS 24” Max. Since it is very important that the venting system main- (610 mm) tain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent con- figurations apply and must be strictly adhered to.
  • Page 16: Below Grade Installation

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenTInG InSTallaTIon Below GraDe InSTallaTIonS 90° When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal clearances of 12" above grade level, a snorkel kit is recom- mended. It allows installation depth down to 7" (178 mm) below grade level.
  • Page 17: Vertical Through-The-Roof Applications

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenTInG InSTallaTIon noTe: Horizontal sections of this vent system require a If the foun- minimum of 3" clearances to combustibles at the top of the d a t i o n i s flue and 1" clearance at the sides and bottom until the flue r e c e s s e d , Snorkel penetrates the outside wall.
  • Page 18: Installation For Vertical Termination

    VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace InSTallaTIon For VerTIcal TerMIna- Drop a plumb line from the inside of the roof to the ceiling locating hole in the ceiling. Mark the center point where TIon the vent will penetrate the roof. Drill a small locating hole 1.
  • Page 19 VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Horizontal Overhang 2. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows nec- essary to reach from the burner system flue up through the firestop. Be sure pipe and elbow connections are fully twist-locked. 2 ft. 2 ft.
  • Page 20: Fireplace Installation

    FIreplace InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series 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 according to your gas type.
  • Page 21: Install Gas Supply Line

    FIreplace InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace InSTall GaS Supply lIne a manual shutoff valve must be installed only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. union tee piping may make the necessary gas and plugged 1/8" npT pressure tapping connections to this appliance.
  • Page 22: Check Gas Pressure

    SIGnaTure coMManD - checK GaS preSSure and elecTrIcal InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Pressure Inlet 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 23: Command Center Wall Installation

    SIGnaTure coMManD - checK GaS preSSure and elecTrIcal InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace AC BOX TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE PILOT BACK  LIGHT WHITE BLACK OPTIONAL WHITE BLOWER BLACK BLACK WHITE GREEN CONNECTOR REAR BURNER PIN TO CONTROL BOX SOLENOID INPUT 300 WATT MAX EACH RF RECEIVER ON/OFF BUTTON CONTROL BOX BLACK/THERMOPILE RED/THERMOPILE Figure 26 - CONVERSION Signature Command Wiring Diagram NG/LP...
  • Page 24: Optional Fan/Blower Systems

    SIGnaTure coMManD - opTIonal Fan Blower SySTeM KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace opTIonal Fan/Blower SySTeM (BloTKSTSc) IMporTanT: always check local building codes. This installation must comply with local regulations as well as the national electric code. wIrInG 120V AC 1. Before installing the blower, wire the receptacle into an 60Hz electrical circuit.
  • Page 25: Operating Instructions - Signature Command

    operaTInG InSTrucTIonS - SIGnaTure coMManD KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace For your SaFeTy reaD BeFore lIGhTInG If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie. a. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions for match lighting.
  • Page 26: Operating Instructions

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGnaTure coMManD - operaTInG InSTrucTIonS operaTInG InSTrucTIonS 1. STop! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3.
  • Page 27: Signature Command System Operation Instructions

    SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM operaTIon InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FeaTureS To Thermopile RF Receiver ON/OFF command center To Sensor • Easy Access Function Operation and System Configura- To Sparker tion NG/LP • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications (LED/ Conversion Buzzer) • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation To Command Center •...
  • Page 28: System Configuration/Setup

    SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM operaTIon InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace SySTeM conFIGuraTIon/SeTup System configuration/setup is done on the Command Center. Intermittent/Standing pilot Setup (Default intermittent) 1. Holding the ON button on the Command Center while turning on the master switch will toggle between standing pilot and intermittent pilot.
  • Page 29 SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM operaTIon InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FuncTIonS/operaTIon Turning on the fireplace 1. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. (Green LED when A/C power is present.) 2. Press the ON button on the Command Center. Pilot will light and burner will come on High setting. pilot Safety lockout Function 1.
  • Page 30: Remote Transmitter Operation

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace reMoTe conTrol operaTIon reMoTe TranSMITTer operaTIonS °F General Figure 30 ▲ON ▲OFF The RFSC Remote Control has two (2) operating modes: Manual and Thermostatic. The control AUTO system can be set to a temperature range between 45° F and 90° F. The blower speed, light, LIGHT rear burner shut down and flame height can be adjusted in either the manual and thermostatic mode.
  • Page 31: Remote Control Operation

    reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Flame height Setting for Thermostatic Mode Figure 34 1. Hold AUTO button for five (5) seconds and one number and flame icon will appear in LCD screen. 2. Use the ON / ▲ or OFF / ▼ button to set the desired flame height to 1 (min.) 2 (medium) or 3 (max.).
  • Page 32 reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace °F aux control (rear Burner Shut Down) Figure 38 1. Press AUX button once to turn rear burner off. AUX shows on the LCD. 2. Press AUX button again to turn on rear burner. AUX icon disappears. FP2149 Figure 38 - FP2149...
  • Page 33: Glass Removal

    GlaSS reMoVal KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace GlaSS FraMe reMoVal 1. Remove the plate located in front of the glass at the bottom. 2. Remove rod provided for screen assembly located Bulb Socket beneath the cover plate. 3. Rotate the access doors on the right and left side of the glass toward the glass.
  • Page 34: Final Installation

    FInal InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Wall Brick Light Box Cover Figure 45 - Install Brick Floor Brick FP2592 Hearth Brick rocK wool placeMenT Place rock wool evenly in dime-sized pieces over front and rear burner both in front and behind rear grate.
  • Page 35: Log Placement

    loG placeMenT KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Log #1 loG placeMenT 1. From the back side of the unit (with the controls on your left) and holding log #1 in your left hand with the widest end of the log away from you, place the log over the pilot, making sure to locate notches in log over the first tine from left on the near side and the first two tines from the left on the...
  • Page 36 loG placeMenT KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 4. Holding log #4 in your left hand with the beveled end down, place the log on the key of log #1 closest to you. Make sure to locate the notch at the beveled end of the log over the third tine from the left.
  • Page 37 KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace loG placeMenT 7. Hold log #6 in your left hand with the narrow cut end of the “Y” toward you and pointing up. Place the log on the key on the top of log #2 with the bottom of the log rest- ing securely on top of the second tine from the left creating a “V”...
  • Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance

    cleanInG anD MaInTenance KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended that a qualified service Sensor technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season Thermopile Burner, pIloT anD conTrol coMparT- MenT Keep the control compartment, logs, and burner areas surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year.
  • Page 39: Vent System

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace cleanInG anD MaInTenance VenT SySTeM The fireplace and venting system should be inspected before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field service person. Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the airflow.
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TrouBleShooTInG KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM ACTION OPERATION FAULT DIAGNOSIS Using Battery polarity wrong? Re-install batteries battery? Make sure Command Install batteries and/or Battery voltage low? Change batteries Center and plug in the AC board No beep in about the control 8 seconds board are...
  • Page 41: Replacement Parts

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreBox coMponenTS anD acceSSorIeS Item Description qty. KSTDV500 Bulb 73D0020 Bulb Socket 73D4521 Glass Frame Assembly 73D0159 Junction Box Assembly (not shown) 26D2128 Light Lens 73D0022 Access Doors 73D3258 Front Cover 73D4524 Screens 73D0017...
  • Page 42: Signature Command System

    replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM 29, 30 730024 KHLDV SG parts 12/08 73D4125...
  • Page 43 Cast Andiron 12Z\x" CAI121/2 Decorative Door Kit (Interior only) KHL500ADBT Outdoor Facing Kit KST500SSDK Blower Kit (1 blower) BLOTKSTSC Fuel conversion Kits - Signature command System natural Gas to lp KSTDV500 Kit #KHL500CKPS lp to natural Gas KSTDV500 Kit #KHL500CKNS 73D4125...
  • Page 44: Logs

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace loGS Item Description qty. KSTDV500 Log #1 73D4080 Log #2 73D4081 734126 Log #3 73D4082 DVKST log parts Log #4 73D4083 Log #5 73D4084 Log #6 73D4085 Log #7 73D4086 Log #8 73D4087 73D4125...
  • Page 45 replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace acceSSorIeS Standard Herringbone Item Description qty. part no. Brick, Wall Eng. Side - Cottage Clay 73D4127 Brick, Wall Air Side - Cottage Clay 73D4128 Brick, Floor - Cottage Clay 73D4129 Brick, Front, Left - Cottage Clay 73D4130 734126 DVKST brick parts...
  • Page 46: Vent Components

    replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenT coMponenTS 730024 KHLDV vent parts 73D4125...
  • Page 47 replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenT coMponenTS For 5" 8" current Simpson Simpson Duravent Duravent qty./ or MhSc or MhSc Selkirk Item Box Description part no. part no. part no. Horizontal High Wind Termination Cap 58DVA-HC 1285 5DT-HC Horizontal Termination Cap w/Built-In Vinyl Siding Standoff, BHR8TK Heat Deflector, Firestop and Adjustable Pipe 7"...
  • Page 48 KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 73D4125...
  • Page 49 KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 73D4125...
  • Page 50: Mass Residents Only

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace requirements for the commonwealth of of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust Massachusetts vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or appliance or equipment.
  • Page 51: Warranty

    KSTDV Series 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, Com- bustion 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

    KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace efficiency ratings Model enerGuide ratings D.o.e. Fireplace efficiency (%) (aFue%) KSTDV500NTSC 77.30 67.40 KSTDV500PTSC 74.30 66.35 MhSc 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com 73D4125...

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