Monessen Hearth KHLDV400 - Manual (Page 11)

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KHLDV Series Gas Fireplace
InStaLLatIOn precautIOnS
Consult local building codes before beginning the
installation. The installer must make sure to select the
proper vent system for installation. Before installing vent
kit, the installer must read this fireplace manual and vent
kit instructions.
Only a qualified installer/service person should install vent-
ing system. The installer must follow these safety rules:
• Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection.
• Use extreme caution when using ladders or when
on rooftops.
• Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and
ceilings.
The following actions will void the warranty on your vent-
ing system:
• Installation of any damaged venting component.
• Unauthorized modification of the venting system.
• Installation of any component part not manufactured
or approved by MHS.
• Installation other than permitted by these instruc-
tions.
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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.
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Failure to follow these instructions will void
the warranty.
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neVer be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning
appliance. each gas appliance must use a separate vent system. Do not
use common vent systems.
**1”
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Vent pipe clearances
**1”
*3”
73”
(1854 mm)
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Horizontal sections of this vent system require a minimum of 3"
clearances to combustibles at the top of the flue and 1" clearance at the
sides and bottom until the flue penetrates the outside wall. a minimum 1"
clearance all around the flue is acceptable at this point of penetration.
Vertical sections of this vent system require a minimum of 2" clearance
to combustibles at the top of the unit directly above the stand-off. a
minimum of 1" clearance all around the flue is acceptable thereafter.
* A minimum of 3" clearance
to the top is required along
horizontal length until flue pipe
penetrates outside wall.
** A minimum 1" clearance
to combustibles permitted all
around flue at outside wall
24" Vertical Rise
Required Before
Horizontal Run
Figure 7 -
Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe
FP2131