Monessen Hearth DLX28 - Manual (Page 3)

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10. This unit complies with ANSI Z21.11.2b-1998 Unvented
Heaters and also complies with ANSI Z21.60-1996 Deco-
rative Vented Appliances for Solid Fuel Burning Fire-
places. State and local codes may only allow operation
of this appliance in a vented configuration. Check your
state or local codes. For vented operation, see “VENTED
INSTRUCTIONS” in this manual.
11. Do not install the heaters in a bathroom or bedroom.
12. Correct installation of the ceramic fiber logs, proper lo-
cation of the heater, and annual cleaning are necessary
to avoid potential problems with sooting. Sooting, re-
sulting from improper installation or operation, can settle
on surfaces outside the fireplace. See log placement in-
structions for proper installation.
13. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Do not
allow fans to blow directly into fireplace. Do not place a
blower inside burn area of firebox. Ceiling fans may cre-
ate drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Sooting and
improper burning will occur.
14. Caution: Candles, incense, oil lamps, etc. produce com-
bustion byproducts including soot. Vent-free appliances
will not filter or clean soot produced by these types of
products. In addition, the smoke and/or aromatics
(scents) may be reburnt in the vent-free appliance which
can produce odors. It is recommended to minimize the
use of candles, incense, etc. while the vent-free appli-
ance is in operation.
15. This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen)
from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for
adequate combustion and ventilation air must be pro-
vided. Refer to installation guidelines.
INSTALLER
Please leave these instructions with the owner.
OWNER
Please retain these instructions for future reference.
IMPORTANT
Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate this vent-free gas heater.
W
ARNING
• Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.
• Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from
fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Avoid drafts that alter burner
flame patterns.
• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory, not approved
for use with this heater where applicable.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Due to high temperatures, the heater should be lo-
cated out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
2. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard
of high surface temperature and should stay away
to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
3. Young children should be carefully supervised
when they are in the same room with the heater
4. Do not place clothing or other flammable material
near the fireplace when the heater is in use.
5. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing,
must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
6. Installation and repair should be done by a quali-
fied service person.
7. To prevent malfunction and/or sooting, an unvented
gas heater should be cleaned at least annually by a
professional service person. More frequent clean-
ing may be required due to excessive lint from car-
peting, etc. It is imperative that control compart-
ments, burners and circulating air passageways be
kept clean.
8. CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING: Early signs of
carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu with
headaches, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these
signs, obtain fresh air immediately. Have the heater ser-
viced as it may not be operating properly.
9. The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.l.
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