Monessen Hearth Super B-Vent Gas Fireplace 7000 Series - Manual (Page 5)

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PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION:
Before You Start:
Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping
damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage is found. Do not install any unit with damaged,
incomplete, or substitute parts.
Contents:
• Fireplace – Firebox and Burner system
• Set of Logs
• Lava Rock
• Rock Wool
• Exterior outside air hood
• Bifold glass doors in a separate package (LPG only).
Items Required For Installations:
Tools:
Building Supplies:
Phillips Screwdriver Framing Materials
Hammer Wall Finishing Materials
Saw and / or saber saw Caulking Material (Noncombustible)
Level Fireplace Surround Material (Noncombustible)
Measuring Tape Piping Complying with Local Codes
Electric Drill and Bits Tee Joint
Plier’s Pipe Sealant Approved for use with Propane/LPG
Square (Resistant to Sulfur Compounds)
Pipe Wrench 4” Flexible liner or equivalent
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. wall switch, or
remote control) are desired. Consult your local building code agency to ensure compliance with local codes,
including permits and inspections.
The following factors should be taken into consideration:
• Clearance to sidewall, ceiling, woodwork, and windows. Minimum clearances to combustibles must be
maintained.
• This fireplace may be installed along a wall, across a corner, or use an exterior chase. Refer to Figure 2 on page
6 for suggested locations.
• Location should be out of high traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies due to heat from appliance.
• Never obstruct the front opening of the fireplace.
• Do not install in the vicinity where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored.
• Vent pipe routing. Refer to Venting section found in this manual for allowable venting configurations.
• These units can be installed in a bedroom. Refer to National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z233.1/NFPA 54 - (current
edition), the Uniform Mechanical Code - (current edition), and Local Building Codes for specific installation
requirements.