IHP BLKBP-MPDP35 User manual

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HEARTH PRODUCTS
KITS AND ACCESSORIES
MPD PRO PANEL KIT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR PANEL KITS
FOR USE WITH MPD PRO DIRECT-VENT GAS FIREPLACES
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GENERAL INFORMATION
This document contains installation instructions for the following Panel
Kits for use with the MPD Pro direct-vent gas fireplaces manufactured
by INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS.
CAUTION
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
• Never operate fireplace without liner panels installed.
These appliances are NOT approved for operation without liner panels.
• Do NOT abuse glass doors by striking or slamming shut
• Never operate fireplace with glass door assemby removed.
• Handle glass door assembly with extreme care. Replace damaged
glass door assembly with approved replacement assembly only.
• Use only media approved for use with these fireplaces (as appli-
cable). Failure to use approved media may result in sooting,
delayed ignition, or other improper fireplace operation, and may
void the warranty.
WARNING
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS.
•Install only when fireplace is OFF and COLD.
•Fireplace surfaces get EXTREMELY HOT!
•The glass on the front of the fireplace reaches EXTREMELY HIGH
TEMPERATURES and can cause severe burns if touched. Even after
the gas is turned off, fireplace surfaces remain extremely HOT.
•Keep children away from an operating fireplace. Closely supervise
children in any room where a fireplace is operating to prevent
contact with glass.
•Logs get very HOT and will remain HOT up to one hour after
gas supply is turned off. Handle logs only when cool. Turn OFF
all electricity to the appliance before installing grate, volcanic
stone, embers, and logs.
KIT CONTENTS
• Right Side Panel
• Left Side Panel
• Back Panel
• Rear Panel
• (4) Screws, #10x1/2 (provided with porcelain panel kits only)
REQUIRED TOOLS
NOTE: Power tools are NOT recommended when installing
porcelain-coated panels.
• 1/4" Hex Head Nut Driver
• Safety Glasses
• Protective Work Gloves
OPTIONAL TOOLS
• Non-ammoniated Glass Cleaner (for porcelain-coated panels only)
• Non-abrasive rag (for porcelain-coated panels only)
MPD Pro Panel Kits
Description Cat. No. Model No.
35" Panel Kit - Black Porcelain H8572 BLKBP-MPDP35
35" Panel Kit - Ceramic Brick, Traditional H8595 BLKC-MP35
40" Panel Kit - Black Porcelain H8573 BLKBP-MPDP40
40" Panel Kit - Ceramic Brick, Traditional H8596 BLKC-MP40
Ceramic Brick Panels
Porcelain Panels
NOTICE
• READ ALL STEPS BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
• LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLIANCE.
• All warnings, precautions, and instructions in the Installation
Instructions and Care and Operation Instructions provided with the
appliance also apply to these instructions.
• If you encounter any problems, need clarification of these
instructions, or are not qualified to properly install this kit, contact
your local distributor or dealer.

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Right side shown (rear view). Left side is opposite.
Locking Hem
Back Panel
Locking
Flange
Right Side Panel
(rear face)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: PORCELAIN PANELS
Hot Fireplace Will Cause
Severe Burns
Never Allow Children to
Touch Glass or other Fire-
place Parts
WARNING
CAUTION
INSTALL ONLY WHEN FIREPLACE IS OFF AND COLD!
1. Turn OFF the gas to the fireplace (refer to the lighting label in the
fireplace control compartment or the fireplace Installation Instruc-
tions).
2. Remove the glass enclosure panel (refer to the fireplace Care and
Operation Instructions).
3. Carefully remove the logs and place them in a secure location for
later reinstallation.
4. Pull the ember material away from the firebox rear and side walls.
5. Insert the Back Panel into the firebox, and position it against the rear
firebox wall (Figure 3).
6. Install the Right Side Panel:
a. Carefully insert the Right Side Panel into the right side of the
firebox (see Figure 3).
b. Engage the locking hem on the Side Panel with the locking flange
on the Back Panel (Figure 2).
c. Make sure the front edge of the Side Panel is flush with the front
edge of the fireplace, and then secure the panel with two (2) of
the provided screws (Figure 3).
7. Repeat Step 6 for the Left Side Panel.
8. Remove the two (2) screws in the rear of the firebox (as shown in
Figure 3), install the Rear Panel, and secure using the two removed
screws.
9. If desired, use high-temperature paint to touch up the screw heads
securing the panels.
10. [PORCELAIN PANELS ONLY]: Use non-ammoniated glass cleaner
and a soft, non-abrasive rag to remove fingerprints and smudges
from porcelain panels.
11. Carefully replace the logs; restore the ember material to its original
position; and reinstall the front glass enclosure panel (refer to the
fireplace Care and Operation Instructions or Installation Instructions).
Figure 2
Figure 3
Secure each Side Panel with two of the provided screws.
Secure the Rear Panel with the
two existing rear firebox screws.
Left
Side
Panel
Right
Side
Panel
Back Panel
Rear Panel
Figure 4: Porcelain Panels Installed

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Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7: Ceramic Brick Panels Installed
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: CERAMIC BRICK PANELS
Hot Fireplace Will Cause
Severe Burns
Never Allow Children to
Touch Glass or other Fire-
place Parts
WARNING
CAUTION
INSTALL ONLY WHEN FIREPLACE IS OFF AND COLD!
1. Turn OFF the gas to the fireplace (refer to the lighting label in the
fireplace control compartment or the fireplace Installation Instruc-
tions for details).
2. Remove the glass enclosure panel (refer to the fireplace Care and
Operation Instructions for details).
3. Carefully remove the logs and place them in a secure location for
later reinstallation.
4. Pull the ember material away from the rear and side walls of the
firebox.
5. Insert the Back Panel into the firebox, and position it against the rear
firebox wall (Figure 5).
6. Carefully slide the Left Side Panel into the left side of the firebox
(Figure 5).
7. Carefully slide the Right Side Panel into the right side of the firebox
(Figure 5).
8. Place the Rear Panel into the firebox, as shown in Figure 6.
9. Carefully replace the logs; restore the ember material to its original
position; and reinstall the front glass enclosure panel (refer to the
fireplace Care and Operation Instructions or Installation Instructions
for details).
Left
Side
Panel
Right
Side
Panel
Back Panel
Rear Panel

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NOTE: DIAGRAMS AND ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVE AND
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Printed in U.S.A. © 2015 INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS
P/N 506019-95 Rev. A 04/2015 1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108
Nashville, TN 37210
Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make
changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials,
specifications, and prices, and also to discontinue colors,
styles, and products. Consult your local distributor for
fireplace code information.
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