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P125162 01
P/N 125162-01 Rev. B 02/17/14
WARNING: If the information in these in-
structions is not followed exactly, a fire or ex-
plosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
— 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.
Do not store gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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 certi-
fied kit is used.
Report No. 08-154
ICC Evaluation Services
Report No. 2401
For more information, visit www.Astria.US.com
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
GRAND MERIDIAN
VENT FREE UNIVERSAL MASONRY FIREBOX
MODELS
MM39VF, MM44VF, MM49VF
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLA-
TION OF THIS FIREPLACE.
This firebox has been testes and approved by
PFS under ANSI Z21.91 for use with any ANSI
Z21.11.2 approved gas logs.
FOR USE ONLY 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 THlS
FIREBOX UNLESS THlS FIREBOX MEETS THE
MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR THE
INSTALLATION.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appli-
ance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
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- Page 1 CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future This appliance is only for use with the type of gas reference. indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certi- fied kit is used. For more information, visit www.Astria.US.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Below is a sample picture of the rating plate that is located inside the lower dome side of your fireplace. Model Number, Date of Manufacture and Serial Number should be stamped on the plate where indicated. 6.500” P/N MFP170 OCT2009 MM39VF MM44VF MM49VF MODEL No.:... -
Page 3: Fireplace Parts Diagram
Fireplace Parts Diagram Figure 1 Exploded Diagram WARNING 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. -
Page 4: Fireplace Parts List
MM39/44/49VF Fireplace Parts List ITEM DESCRIPTION MFP39-1 MFP44-1 HEARTH (Left or Right) MFP49-1 MFP39-2 MFP44-2 REAR WALL MFP49-2 MFP39-3 MFP44-3 SIDE WALL MFP49-3 MFP39-3A MFP44-3A SIDE WALL with 4” hole for Air Kit MFP49-3A MFP39-5 MFP44-5 DOME REAR - LOWER MFP49-5 MFP39-6 MFP44-6... -
Page 5: General Information
To help us keep you up-to-date on product information and offers, please take a few moments to register your product online at combustible materials. www.Astria.US.com (Owner Resources/Product Registration). Please read and understand these instructions before in- stalling or operating. Before Beginning the Installation Read these instructions carefully before beginning the installation of this Vent-Free fireplace. -
Page 6: Safety Information
Safety Information The Vent free decorative gas log set must have an DANGER oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pilot light safety system. Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, death! page 8. -
Page 7: Location
Lay-out the position of the fireplace and drill holes where the rebar will be located. Secure the #3 rebar 4 inches into the concrete foundation with ITW Epoxy or Simpson Epoxy. Follow Model manufacturer’s instructions for installation of rebar into slab. MM39VF 43” 41” 28” Wood Floor MM44VF 48”... - Page 8 For conventional framing, where the floor joists are parallel Figure 6 with the sides of the firebox, the addition of floor joists to align with the anchor brackets allows the brackets to be directly I-Joist Anchoring connected to the floor joists. Top View Note that additional floor joists may be required to support the weight of the firebox and chimney.
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Page 9: Grand Meridian Weight Determinations
Grand Meridian Weight Determinations The following are dead load weight estimates for the Grand Meridian Fireplace. Table I MM39VF MM44VF MM49VF Fireplace Model 809 lbs. 896 lbs. 987 lbs. Fireplace Weight Mortar, Rebar & 350 lbs. 357 lbs. 364 lbs. -
Page 10: Clearances
Clearances Figure 11 The Importance of Clearances Warning to the structural engineer and/or building contractor: It is your responsibility to be certain that the Grand Meridian Fireplace can be properly supported by the combustible floor system on which the fireplace will rest. Be advised that this engineering equation will be in addition to any live or dead NON- weights that the floor has to carry. -
Page 11: Air For Combustion And Ventilation
However, 8” MIN. NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL in homes of unusually tight construction, you must provide Model additional fresh air. Unusually tight construction is defined as MM39VF 43” 73-1/2” construction where: a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have MM44VF 48”... - Page 12 Unconfined Space 4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with An unconfined space has a minimum total air volume of the actual amount of Btu/Hr used. 50 cu.ft. (cubic feet) for each 1,000 Btu/Hr input rating of all appliances in the total space (cu.ft.
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Page 13: Important Pre-Installation Information
the mixture directly to the components where they come Important Pre-installation Information together. As a rule, you can figure that you should lay down about ½” (one-half inch) of a thread of mortar. The line of Overview mortar should be approximately ½” (one-half inch) away You will find that the Grand Meridian Fireplace is designed for from all the edges of each separate component. -
Page 14: Fireplace Assembly Procedures
FROM EDGES Apply mortar between joints 28” Figure 20 Model MM39VF 43” 6) Keep the assembly of the next sections of the firebox side walls moving up, keeping components moist, mixing mortar MM44VF 48” as you need it and threading the mortar appropriately as MM49VF 53”... - Page 15 Figure 21 Figure 23 Apply mortar Lower Rear Dome Rear Wall Lintel Side Wall Side Wall Apply mortar 11) Place Lower Side Domes between Lintel and Lower Combustion Air Access Rear Dome to verify fit. The face with the rating plate faces Right or Left (Right shown).
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Page 16: Gas Piping Installation
Raised and Flush Hearth Application: Gas Piping Installation If you would prefer to have a raised hearth, the Vent-Free The provision for installation of a gas pipe is only for box can be raised to the desired height using wood studs or connection to a Vent free decorative gas log sets meeting concrete blocks. -
Page 17: Firebrick Liner Installation
Figure 31 replaced under warranty. Contact authorized dealers of this product. To locate a dealer in your area contact IHP at 1-800-655-2008. You can also visit our web site at www.Astria.US.com. When calling your dealer, have ready: • your name •... -
Page 20: Warranty Information
WARRANTY KEEP THIS WARRANTY Please complete the following information for future reference and warranty verification: Model (located on product or identification tag) _________________ Serial No. (located on product or identification tag) ______________ Date Purchased __________________ Keep receipt for warranty verification. IHP LIMITED WARRANTIES New Products IHP warrants all Grand Meridian Fireplaces to be free from defects in materials that adversely affect fireplace performance for...
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