Monessen Hearth BLDV7 SERIES BLDV500N/PV7;N/PSC7 - Manual (Page 8)

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BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace pre-InStaLLatIon InForMatIon
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. blower, 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 side-wall, ceiling, woodwork, and windows. Minimum clearances to com-
bustibles must be maintained.
• This fireplace may be installed along a wall, across a corner, or use an exterior chase.
Refer to Figure 3 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
Z33.1/NFPA 54 — (current edition), the Uniform Mechanical Code — (current edition),
and Local Building Codes for specific installation requirements.
• These units can be installed in a bathroom.
Y
E A
B
C
D
F
Y
B
X
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Locating unit
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Figure 3 -
Possible Fireplace Locations
** Island (C) and room divider (D) installation is possible as long
as the horizontal portion of vent system (X) does not exceed
0'.
* When you install your fireplace in (D) room divider or (E)
flat on wall corner positions (Y), a minimum of 4" clearance
must be maintained from perpendicular wall and front of
fireplace.
A Flat on Wall
B Cross Corner
C Island**
D Room Divider*
E Flat on Wall Corner*
F Chase Installation
Y 4" Minimum