Monessen Hearth WOODBURNING PENINSULAR 624WBPF User manual

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Installation, Operation and
Maintenance Manual
for Residential Installation
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This fireplace is listed by OMNI-Test Laboratories for use
with “11CF” Series Chimney System Components.
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You have chosen the finest wood burning fireplace available. Your fireplace has been designed for years of heating and
viewing enjoyment. Please take time to read this entire manual before installing or operating your fireplace.
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The instructions contained in this manual provide the information necessary to install this fireplace in accordance
with Underwriter’s Laboratories requirements and in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association
Standard No. 211. Some codes may require the fireplace and chimney be electrically grounded. Before
beginning the installation, you should check with local building officials to obtain required permits and assure
compliance with local regulations and coded. If you encounter problems with code requirements, contact
your dealer for assistance.
These Fireplace models are listed by OMNI-Test
Laboratories, Inc. to U.L. 127-standard for factory-
built fireplaces. The design of this fireplace and these
instructions complied with applicable safety standard for a
factory built fireplace in effect at the time the fireplace was
manufactured. You should be aware, however, that failure to install, operate, and maintain this or any other
factory built fireplace properly can result in a house fire or other occurrences that could cause deaths, injuries,
and property damages. It is very important that the persons installing and/or supervising the installation of this
fireplace have appropriate skills in using the tools and techniques required; and reading and comprehension
skills sufficient to read and follow these instructions. These instructions contain warnings, cautions, and notes
to emphasize important safety information. To assure that safe and satisfactory service is received from this
fireplace, please read the following special notices and all the contents of this manual.
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Listing and Code Approvals ................................................................................................ 2
Important Information ......................................................................................................... 3
Operation Guidelines ..........................................................................................................4
Fireplace Dimensions .........................................................................................................5
Fireplace Location .............................................................................................................6
Clearances ......................................................................................................................... 7
Installation Preparation .......................................................................................................8
Floor Protection .................................................................................................................9
Fireplace Components ..................................................................................................... 10
Fireplace Installation ......................................................................................................... 11
Chimney Installation ......................................................................................................... 12
Chimney Offset Installation ............................................................................................... 14
Chimney Cap Installation .................................................................................................. 16
Outside Combustion Air .................................................................................................... 18
Gas Appliance Installation ............................................................................................... 20
Trim and Door Installation ................................................................................................22
Fireplace Operation .........................................................................................................23
Maintenance and Safety ..................................................................................................25
Replacement Parts ...........................................................................................................28
Warranty ........................................................................................................................... 31
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1. Read these instructions entirely before beginning any part of the installation. Save these instructions for any future
repairs.
2. Use these instructions as a guide during the installation of the fireplace.
3. Be sure these instructions become the property of and are reviewed by all future users of this fireplace to encourage
proper operation and maintenance.
4. All the parts used with this fireplace system must be installed in accordance with these installation instructions. Fail-
ure to do so may be hazardous and will void the warranty.
5. This fireplace and accessories should not be altered in any way that is not specifically recommended in this manu-
al.
6. Refer to your local building code for local requirements pertaining to installation of factory-built fireplaces. These
fireplaces are intended for installation and use according to standard NFPA NO.211 of the National Fire Protection
Association.
7. This fireplace must not be installed with a masonry flue.
8. This fireplace and chimney should not be used for venting a wood or coal burning heater or fireplace insert.
 Do not install a separate solid fuel insert or gas fireplace insert into this fireplace and chimney system
without written authorization.
9.  Do not pack required air spaces with combustible material or insulation not specifically recommended
for use in such areas.
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The fireplace is designed to sit directly on a combustible floor. The fireplace must be installed with zero clearance to
combustible building materials at the side and top spacers. Only parts manufactured by MHSC and labeled for use with
the fireplace should be used in the installation of this fireplace except for special roof flashings that may be fabricated
locally. The use of improper parts in the installation can be hazardous and voids the warranty offered by MHSC.
This fireplace is designed to burn wood. This fireplace is not designed to burn coal, unplumbed liquid fuels, unplumbed
gaseous fuels or household refuse. Any attempt to burn these fuels in the fireplace can be hazardous.
WARNING: This fireplace and chimney must not be used for venting a solid fuel heater or fireplace insert unless written
authorization is given by MHSC. Failure to heed this warning may cause a fire hazard and will void the warranty.
This fireplace is intended for supplemental heating only and is not intended for use as a primary heating system.
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Improper installation or use of this fireplace will void the warranty and can cause:
1. Damage to the fireplace from overheating.
2. Hazardous temperatures to develop on combustible materials adjacent to the fireplace or chimney.
3. The emission of smoke, sparks or hazardous gases into the dwelling.
4. Leakage of rain water into the dwelling.
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When an AK4 combustion air assembly and a combustion air duct are attached to the connecting
point on the left or right side of the fireplace, combustion air may enter the firebox through a dam-
pered opening behind the left or right side brick. This feature is designed for your benefit to reduce
the room air used for combustion and to prevent excessive loss of heat from the room. When the
fireplace is in use, this damper should be open. When the fireplace is not in use, the damper should
be closed to prevent cold air from entering the firebox. The combustion air damper is open when
the lever, located on the left and right side of the firebox near the top of the firebrick, is up and
closed when the lever is down.
Outside air for combustion is optional unless required by federal, state or local building codes. See
the section of this manual providing the instructions for installation of the combustion air assembly.
The design of the fireplace allows the routing of the combustion air duct up, down, or horizontally to
obtain the outside combustion air. This permits flexibility in planning your installation. Refer to Page
18 for typical installation methods. Review the precautions and recommendations in this manual
pertaining to outside combustion air installation.
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The fireplace is also equipped with a flue damper, which must be open when the fireplace is in
use. The flue damper control lever is located inside the fireplace. The counterweighted damper is
operated by simply pushing up to open or pulling down to close the damper. When the fireplace is
not in use, the damper should be closed to prevent cold air from entering the chimney as well as
preventing warm air in the room from escaping up the chimney.
: It is normal for a small amount of smoke to be released from the upper portion of the fire-
place the first few times you use your new fireplace. This results from an oil residue on the metal.
Open a door or window to allow the smoke to escape.
 Fireplaces equipped with doors should be operated only with the doors fully open or
doors fully closed. If doors are left partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace
opening, creating risks of both fire and smoke.
All fireplace chimneys are in direct contact with cold air on the exterior of the structure. Conse-
quently, when the fireplace is not in use, cold air can fall down the chimney of the fireplace to cool
off the fireplace chase. Therefore, the fireplace chase must be insulated to minimize the risk of
cold air infiltration to the home. Even if the fireplace chase is adequately insulated, this cannot
completely ensure that cold air infiltration into the structure will be eliminated. Cold air infiltration
is a possibility with any fireplace or device that freely communicates with the air on the outside of
the structure. Today’s homes are more energy-efficient and, therefore, better insulated and tightly
constructed. Unfortunately, when air is removed from the house, as by a bathroom fan, or con-
sumed by a furnace, additional air is needed to replace the air consumed. Unless the additional air
is supplied, this can cause a negative pressure in the home. When this happens, the house will
draw in outside air from the cracks in the windows, down the fireplace flue or other locations of air
leakage in the home. Because cold air infiltration may be unavoidable in some structures, MHSC is
not responsible for heat loss or air infiltration through or around the fireplace.
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3656O” (927 mm) 1/2” (13 mm)
3056M”
(768 mm)
3756M”
(946 mm)
42”
(1067 mm)
456M”
(1162 mm)
36” (914 mm)
38” (965 mm)
23” (584 mm) 1/2”
(13 mm)
14(6”
(378 mm)
856O”
(216 mm)
12”
(305 mm)
24” (610 mm)
226M”
(578 mm)
9”
(229 mm)
12”
(305 mm)
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Figure 1
Gas Line Entrance
(Bottom of Fireplace)
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This fireplace does not require any special foundation. If the fireplace is to be trimmed
with large stone or brick facing, an adequate foundation is required to support these
materials. Refer to Figures 1-5 as guides for selecting a location and determining the
space required for the fireplace.
The location for the fireplace should be adjacent to a load-bearing wall and away
from objects that will create drafts that could disturb the normal flow of air into the fire.
Such objects are frequently opened doors and central heat air outlets and returns.
Refer to Figure 2 which illustrates various types of locations and installation and Figure 3 for additional
information concerning installation heights, construction details and methods of installation.
A location that requires cutting the least number of joists and rafters for the chimney installation will
simplify and reduce installation costs.
Proper selection of a chimney outlet location is also important. Objects such as overhanging or nearby
trees, adjacent building or embankments or unusual roof designs can all create air turbulence and in-
terfere with chimney performance and cause the fireplace to spill smoke into the room.
Since the pitch of the roof influences the opening size required at the roof level, Table 1 should be used
as a guide for sizing the roof opening.
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Fireplace location
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MPL features
Figure 3
Residential Installation
Chimney Cap
Roof Flashing
(Flue Outlet Height)
Storm Collar
14 ft. = Min. Height (No offsets)
14 ft. = Min. Height (2 30° Elbows)
21 ft. = Min. Height (4 30° Elbows)
86 ft. = Max. Height (Chimney support
every 35 ft.)
11CF1 (1 ft. pipe)
11CF18 (1Z\x ft. pipe)
11CF3 (3 ft. pipe)
11CF4 (4 ft. pipe)
Maintain 2” Minimum Air
Space Between Chimney
and Combustibles
Gas Line
(Optional)
Flexible Duct
Type FP-4-U
Combustion Air
Assembly (Optional) Metal Safety Strip
(Floor Line)
Firestop
(Requires 17 x 17 framing)
Nail to Framing Mem-
bers Each Side
Firestop
1/2” Min. Air Space to
Combustibles
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Combustible materials should not be installed below
top spacer. Noncombustible materials such as brick
or tile may be used to trim face or the fireplace, com-
bustibles must not overlap the black painted face of
fireplace more than 1/8”.
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Survey the planned location for the fireplace for overhead plumbing or electrical wires, etc., that
might complicate the installation or endanger persons installing or cleaning the chimney. Avoid
a location where the chimney cap will be near abrupt changes in the roof shape, nearby wall or
embankments, under or near trees or above the roof of a single story wing of a two story building.
Figure 6. All these conditions can cause turbulence or pressure conditions that can cause poor
chimney draft and smoke spillage from the fireplace opening. Elbows may be used to offset the
chimney to avoid obstructions or to locate the chimney cap in a preferred location. Refer to the
sections of this manual pertaining to chimney offsets for instructions on proper elbow usage. Poor
installation or location of the chimney cap and/or components can cause wind blown rain to enter
the chimney.
If the fireplace is to be installed on an outside wall, the surrounding walls (chase) should be insu-
lated. Failure to insulate the fireplace from outside temperatures will cause heat loss through and
around the fireplace.
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14’ Min.
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single story install
Chimney Cap

Storm Collar
Flashing
Flue Outlet Height
3’ Min. or 2’ Above
any Point within 10’
See Table
1 for Roof
Opening Size
Attic Space
Firestop Spacer
(1Z\x” Air space
Clearance to
Combustibles)
Chimney
Sections
17” Square
Opening in
Joist
FP2347
Figure 4
2” Min. Air Space
Clearance Between
Combustibles and
Chimney
FP1882
chimney location
8/08
Preferred
Location
Poor
Location
FP1882
Figure 6
3 ft. Min.
FP2348
multistory install

Chimney Cap
Storm Collar
(Included with
cap)
Flashing
Refer to Table
1 for Roof
Opening Size
Attic Space
Firestop
Spacer (2”
Air Space
Clearance to
Combustibles)
2” Clearance to
Combustibles (Min.)
17” Square Open-
ing in Joist







Third Floor
Area
Second
Floor Area
First Floor
Area
Flue Outlet Height
17” Square
Opening in
Joist
17” Square
Opening in Joist
Firestop
Spacer
Firestop
Spacer
FP2348
Figure 5

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If this fireplace is installed on a combustible floor, the floor area 16 inches in front of, and 8 inches ei-
ther side of the fireplace opening must be protected by an insulating noncombustible hearth extension.
Figures 6 & 7
With either type hearth extension minor shifting of the supporting floor or expansion and contraction
may eventually cause a crack to develop between the hearth extension and the face of the fireplace.
To help prevent the crack from developing, the hearth extension materials must be firmly fastened in
place. Wall ties should be screwed to the face of the fireplace and imbedded in the mortar joints of
brick, stone, or other non-combustible materials. The metal safety strip packed with the fireplace must
be placed beneath the fireplace and extended under the hearth extension or into a mortar joint of the
hearth extension as shown by Figure 8. In the event a crack does eventually develop, the metal safety
strip will serve as a barrier to prevent sparks or embers from falling from the fireplace onto combustible
flooring materials.
 If noncombustible hearth extension materials are to be
placed at or below the level of the bottom of the fireplace, insu-
lation board is not required.
If the fireplace is recessed into the floor or the hearth is elevat-
ed with combustible materials, an MHSC H1652 hearth exten-
sion kit or equivalent must be used for additional protection.
FP2349
fireplace location
16”
36” Min.
8”
Hearth
Extension
Wall Shield
Installed Flush
with Wall
Board
(16” x 36” x
1/2” thick Non-
combustible
Board with ‘R’
Factor of 43 or
Less)
Hearth
Extension
Wall Shield on top of
Wall Board
(Model WS or Equiva-
lent)
Glass
Glass Door
Glass Door
1/2” Air Space
FP2349
Figure 6
FP2350
floor protection
8”
29”
Min.
4”
Min.
Hearth
Extension
Glass Door
Glass Door
Glass
Hearth
Extension
Installation Minimums
with No Wall Shields
Finished Combustible
Wall Clearance from
Fireplace Screen Open-
ing
FP2350
Figure 7
FP2183
safety strip
1/09
2”
2”
2”
Metal Safety
Strip
(2 Required)
Special ‘Z’
Metal Safety
Strip
(2 Required)
FP2183
Figure 8

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WH36
Glass Doors
(Standard)
Chimney
Support
11CS
30° Elbow Set
11CF30-2
Hearth
Extension Kit
H1652
Firestop Spacer
FS2A, FS6A
Flashing
8-6-12, 8-12-12
AK4
Combustion
Air Assembly
(AK6 for
Manufactured Home
Installation) Chimney Cap
RLTCF11
SLTCF11
Extended
Chimney Cap
RLTCF11L
Chimney Sections
11CF4 11CF3 11CF18 11CF1
Flat Flashing
36"x72" (13.5" Diameter Hole)
FP2351
MPL fireplace components
MPL
Penisula
Fireplace
 
624WBPF Peninsula Style Fireplace
11CF1 12” chimney section
11CF18 18” chimney section
11CF3 36” chimney section
11CF4 48” chimney section
11CF30-2 30° elbows (package contains two 11” diameter elbows) One pair is required for each offset.
11CS Chimney support (required when chimney height exceeds 30 feet)
SLTCF11 Chimney cap for contemporary installations.
RLTCF11 Round chimney cap for contemporary installations.
RLTCF11L Extended chimney cap for contemporary installations.
8-6-12 0-6/12 pitch flashing for contemporary installation.
8-12-12 6/12 to 12/12 pitch flashing for contemporary installation.
FS2A Vertical Firestop spacer - One required at each ceiling or floor level.
FS6A 30° Firestop spacer - for 30° chimney incline through ceiling or floor.
FP-4-U 4” flexible combustion air duct-8-foot lengths.
403 4-inch duct connector (for splicing FP-4 ducts). Includes two clamps.
AK4 4” outside combustion air assembly.
WH22 End glass door assembly (1 required)
WH36 Glass door assembly (2 required)
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
Unpack and check the fireplace and chimney for damage. If any items have been damaged, report
this to your dealer. Before beginning the installation, be sure you have the proper parts in sufficient
quantity. Refer to replacement parts page for proper identification of parts. Do not substitute parts. Use
only parts listed for use with the Model 624WBPF fireplace.

1. Refer to Figure 3 for an example of a typical installation of the fireplace components.
2. Be sure the location of the fireplace will provide the required clearances indicated by Figures 3, 4 &
5 and the minimum chimney air space clearance to combustibles of 2”.
3. Set the fireplace in the desired location and be sure it is securely supported and leveled. Check the
face of the fireplace with a carpenter’s level and if it is not plumb; correct it by placing shims under
the edges of the fireplace.
4. Block in the fireplace to prevent any shifting of the firebox. Secure the fireplace with nails or screws
through the flanges located on each side of the fireplace. Do not enclose the fireplace until the com-
bustion air duct and chimney pipes are installed.
 Some local codes may require electrically grounding the fireplace and chimney.

In order to assure safe and satisfactory performance of the fireplace, it is very important to properly
install the chimney. This is an important part of the installation and the sections of this manual pertaining
to chimney installation should be reviewed very thoroughly.
For your safety, some of the important things to remember in regard to chimneys are listed below:
1. Use only parts and accessories labeled for use with this fireplace.
2. Use only undamaged parts and accessories.
3. Enclose the chimney where it passes through the living spaces to prevent contact with and possible
dam-age to the chimney.
4. Install firestop spacers at each ceiling level.
5. Install the proper chimney cap or chimney housing on the chimney to prevent the entry of rain and
debris into the chimney and to assure the proper venting of smoke.
6. Do not use more than four (4) elbows in the chimney.
 To select the proper chimney height, refer to Figure 3. The flue outlet must be a minimum of 3’
above the highest point where the chimney penetrates the roof and a minimum of 2’ above all portions
of the building within 10’. If the chimney is to include elbows to offset the chimney, refer to the Chimney
Offset and Cap Installation section of this manual. There must be at least 2” air space between all sec-
tions of the chimney and combustible materials between floors.

 Flue outlet should be 24” above all
portions of the building within 10’ as shown
in the illustration. The chimney must not ex-
tend more than 90” above the roof without
additional support.
AC617
Figure 9
2' Min.
2' Min.
3'
Min.
10'
3'
Min.
10'
AC617
RLTSKC8
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FP 548b
SHR
5/11/99 djt
Angle of Chimney at Ceiling
Size of Chimney Vertical 30˚
11" CF 2-Wall FS2A
1756O" x 1756O"
(445 x 445 mm)
FS6A
17(6" x 296"
(454 x 753 mm)
CHIMNEY HOLE SIZE

1856O”
(470 mm)
C
L
17” Min.
(432 mm)
23”
(584 mm)
46”
(1168 mm)
38”
(965 mm)
3” Min.
(76 mm)
226”
(575 mm)
3/16”
(5 mm)
FP2352
MPL framing
Figure 10
FP2352
FP1890
chimney install
8/08
Figure 13
Outer Pipe
Flue
Support Straps
Fasten Securely
Firestop
Chimney Support
Snap Lock Chimney
Support Securely to
Lower pipes Before
Fastening Support
Straps
FP1890
17” 2256QE”
756M”
30°
76QE”
FP1894
firestop spacer
8/08
Figure 11
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&0
FIRESTOPINSTALL

Figure 12

Inlet Air Pipe
Ceiling Joist Flue Pipe
Firestop Spacer
Chimney Section
Header
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Floor
Joist
Inlet Air Pipe
Flue Pipe
Firestop Spacer
Chimney Section
Header

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1. Lay out, cut and frame openings through all ceilings and the roof at the point where the chimney will pass
through. Unless the chimney is to be offset, the point where the center line of the chimney will pass through the
ceiling and roof can be determined with a plumb line as shown in Figure 10. The fireplace should be located in
the planned installation position. After the center line is established and a nail is driven to mark the point, the
opening can be cut if you are satisfied with the chimney location relative to ceiling and roof joists and/or any other
obstructions. The roof opening center line should be marked by driving a nail through the roof from underneath
that will penetrate the roof and can be located from the rooftop. If the chimney is to penetrate a pitched roof, the
hole in the roof must be rectangular instead of square and should be sized according to Table1.
2. Install the firestop spacer as required from beneath the ceiling unless the space above is attic space. In an attic,
the firestop spacer should be installed at the floor level of the attic. You must have joists or headers on all four
sides of the spacer and use a minimum of four 8-penney nails to secure the spacer.
3. To install the chimney sections, insert the male end of the flue, the smallest diameter pipe, into the flue outlet of
the fireplace and press down until the snap locks engage. Continue the process, adding the chimney sections
on top of each other until the chimney is at least six inches above the roof opening on all sided. As the chimney
sections are installed, check each joint to make sure it is properly locked to the previous section. If additional
strength of the outer pipe joints is desired, you may use two or three sheet metal screws placed through the area
where the outer pipes overlap one another. To install these screws, drill a 1/8-inch diameter hole through the
chimney sections, taking care not to penetrate the inner flue pipe.  Be very careful when drilling the
holes into the outer pipe. The drill must not penetrate the inner stainless steel pipe.
 If you intend to have a total fireplace installation of more that 30 feet you must use chimney support model
11CS at or below 30 feet to support the weight of additional chimney pipe.
To install the chimney support, place the crimped end of the flue and outlet air duct portions into the last section
of chimney pipe. Push down until the outside or inlet air duct of the chimney support overlaps and snap locks the
chimney support into the chimney section.
Nail the support straps tightly to a building frame member or ceiling joist as shown by Figure 14. You must use at
least two 8-penney nails per strap.

The following are important points that should be observed
when installing elbows on the fireplace:
1. The support straps of all elbows not installed directly on
top of the fireplace should be nailed securely to the sur-
rounding structure. This allows the support strap to carry
the weight of the chimney above the elbow and prevents
this weight from breaking the elbow or chimney sections
apart.
2. Elbows should not be used in any combination that in-
clines the chimney more than 30 degrees from vertical.
3. The limitations on the quantity of elbows per chimney are
as follows: If the total height of the fireplace and chimney
is—13’ or more — two (2) elbows may be used in the
chimney. 21’ or more — four (4) elbows may be used in
the chimney.
4. The inclined portions of chimneys that pass through liv-
ing spaces likely to be used for storage should be enclosed to avoid contact with and possible damage to the
chimney. The minimum air space of 2” between the chimney and enclosing materials must be maintained.
5. The length of the inclined portion of chimney between elbows must not exceed 6’ when unsupported or 20’ if the
chimney is supported at 6’ intervals with support such as metal support straps.
6. When enclosing the elbows and inclined portions of the chimney, enclosing materials must be installed vertically
to maintain the required 2” minimum air space clearance to the chimney at the extremities of the offset. It is
recommended that enclosing material not follow the inclined portions of the chimney.
FP1893
30 elbow
8/08
Figure 14
Inlet Air
Pipe
Flue
All four (4) support straps must be nailed on to framing member
around the elbow with a minimum of two (2) 8-Penny nails per
strap
 Although both halves of the elbow set may have tie
straps, only the top half must be secured. The bottom elbow half
is not required to be secured for added stabilization of pipe.
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1. Determine the location and amount of offset required, then select the combinations of chimney sections
and elbows required from the offset chart. Refer to Page 15.
2. Install the first elbow by placing the extended flue into the mating part of the fireplace or chimney sec-
tion. Push down until the outside or inlet air duct of the elbow overlaps and the snaps lock the elbow
into the fireplace or chimney section.
3. Nail the support straps to the framing member with a minimum of two 8-penny nails per strap.
4. Install the sections of pipe between elbows until the proper number of chimney sections have been in-
stalled.
5. Install the second elbow to return the run of the chimney to vertical.
6. Nail the support straps of the second elbow to a building frame member.
7. Continue installing the vertical portion of the chimney.
 If the inclined portion of the chimney passes through a floor or ceiling, a firestop spacer should be
installed to provide the firestop and support required. Be sure proper spacing in maintained between the
chimney and combustibles.

3’
Min.
FP2353
single story offset
Figure 15
Storm
Collar
Flashing
Roof
Refer to Table 1
for Roof Opening
Size
Attic
Space
17” x 17” Opening
2” Min. Air Space
Clearance to
Combustibles
Fasten Support
Straps Securely
30° Elbows
FP2353
Continue chimney to proper
height and install round chim-
ney cap or chimney housing
C
L
C
L
FP2354
multi story offset
Continue chimney through roof
and install round chimney cap
or chimney housing
Firestop Spacer 2” Minimum
Air Space Clearance at Joist
Vertical Chimney
Enclosure
Chimney Must Be Enclosed
in Accessible Areas
Firestop Spacer
Diagonal
Chimney
Enclosure
RISE
Firestop
Spacer 2” Air
Space Clear-
ance to Com-
bustibles
 Four (4) elbows may be
used when total installation height
exceeds 24 ft.
Maximum four (4) elbows per
Fireplace
Offset Max 10’
Support Straps
Diagonal Chimney
Enclosure
Vertical Chimney Enclo-
sure Recommended.
Diagonal Chimney En-
closure Acceptable
Fasten All Support
Straps Securely
Vertical
Chimney
Enclosure
Support Straps
Not to Penetrate
Firestop
FP2354
Figure 16

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0 0 0 0 0 3" 11"
1 0 0 0 0 8Z\₄" 20"
0 1 0 0 0 11Z\₄" 25Z\₄"
2 0 0 0 0 13Z\x" 29Z\₄"
1 1 0 0 0 16Z\x" 34Z\₄"
0 0 1 0 0 20Z\₄" 40³\₄"
2 1 0 0 0 21³\₄" 43Z\x"
0 0 0 1 0 26Z\₄" 51Z\₄"
0 1 1 0 0 28Z\x" 55Z\₄"
1 0 0 1 0 31Z\x" 60Z\₄”
0 1 0 1 0 34Z\x" 65Z\x"
0 0 2 0 0 37Z\x" 70³\₄"
1 1 0 1 1 41Z\x" 77³\₄"
0 0 1 1 1 45" 83³\₄"
0 1 2 0 1 47Z\₄" 87Z\x"
0 0 0 2 1 51" 94"
0 1 1 1 1 53Z\₄" 98"
0 0 3 0 1 56Z\₄" 103Z\₄"
0 1 0 2 1 59Z\₄" 108Z\x"
0 0 2 1 1 62Z\₄" 113Z\x"
0 1 3 0 1 64Z\x" 117Z\x"
0 0 1 2 1 68Z\₄" 124"
0 1 2 1 1 70Z\x" 128"
0 0 0 3 1 74Z\₄" 134Z\x"
0 1 1 2 2 78" 140³\₄"
0 0 3 1 2 81" 146"
0 1 0 3 2 84" 151Z\₄"
0 0 2 2 2 87" 156Z\x"
0 1 3 1 2 89Z\₄" 160Z\₄"
0 0 1 3 2 93" 166³\₄"
0 1 2 2 2 95Z\₄" 170³\₄"
0 0 0 4 2 99Z\₄" 177³\₄"
0 1 1 3 2 101Z\₄" 181³\₄"
0 0 3 2 2 104Z\₄" 186Z\₄"
0 1 0 4 2 107Z\₄" 191Z\x"
0 0 2 3 2 110Z\₄" 196³\₄"
0 1 3 2 3 114" 203Z\₄"
0 0 1 4 3 117³\₄" 209³\₄"
0 1 2 3 3 120" 213Z\x"
0 0 0 5 3 123³\₄" 220"

 ¹⁄₂ 
 
 
 G + H cannot exceed 20 feet.
*11CF Chimney airspace clearance = 2" minimum.

The following safety rules apply to offset
installations (letters correspond with illustra-
tion above):
 Height of the chimney is measured from
the hearth to the chimney exit.
624WBPF
Max.: 86’0”
Min.:
0 Elbows 14’0"
2 Elbows* 14’0”
4 Elbows* 21'0"
 Do not use more than 4 elbows per chim-
ney.
Attach the straps of the return (top) elbow to a
structural framing member.
The offset (first) elbow of any pair does not
have straps.
FP269
The chimney cannot be more than
30° from the vertical plane in any instal-
lation.
The maximum length of the angled
run of the  chimney system is 20
feet. (G plus H cannot exceed 20 feet.)
 A chimney support (Model 11CS)
is required every 6 feet of angled run
of chimney. Chimney supports are
required for every 30 feet and 60 feet
chimney height above the hearth.
Determine the offset distance of your
chimney arrangement from the center-
line of the fireplace to the centerline of
the chimney where it is to pass through
the first ceiling.
 This offset distance may not be
your full offset distance. See Examples
2 and 3.
IWF282
MBUF
5/26/96
Offset
Rise
FP282
D
BG
H
B
C
E
6 FT.
G
H
A
IWF269
MBUF
5/16/96
rev. 5/25
30°
Return
Elbow
Chimney Flue Exit
Chimney
Section

30°
Offset
Elbow
11CS Sup-
port

30°
Offset
Elbow
30°
Return
Elbow
  
Elbow
Hearth Floor
Figure 17


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 The proper height as previously explained is important to assure proper draft and safety. The chim-
ney cap extends the flue outlet four inches above the top of the last section of chimney. This should be kept
in mind when determining the proper height for the chimney. The chimney should not be extended more
than 90 inches above the supporting roof structure without additional support. In the case of an ‘A’ frame
type construction or other steep pitch roofs that require more than 90 inches of chimney above the roof, a
support should be attached to the chimney at the 90 inch level that is strong enough to support a wind load
of 3Z\, pounds for each inch the chimney extends above 90 inches. The flue outlet must be a minimum of
three feet above the point where it penetrates the roof.
 Be careful to avoid electrical shock hazard when contacting wires to the metal chimney com-
ponents.
1. Extend the regular chimney sections until the top of the chimney is 4” below the total flue height desired.
Do not snap the last section of inlet air duct or largest diameter pipe in place until Step 3 is completed.
2. Remove the shingles from around the chimney so that the flashing may be installed, with the upper part
of the flashing under the shingles.
3. Set the flashing on the roof. Hold a section of the outside pipe (13” diameter) on the flashing and scribe
a line around the flashing, then cut the top off the flashing by cutting 1/4 inch below the scribed line. This
should increase the diameter of the flashing outlet sufficiently to allow the flashing to be placed over the
chimney. Figure 18
4. Snap the last section of inlet air duct in place and slide the flashing over the chimney. Adjust the chimney
to assure that the proper minimum clearances are maintained.
5. Nail the flashing securely in place with eight nails.
6. Seal the crack between the top of the flashing and the chimney with mastic. Leave some excess mastic
at this area to be used in step eight.  Use pliers and wear gloves when performing step seven to
minimize the danger of cutting your hands on the edge of the storm collar.
7. Place the storm collar around the chimney and put the
collar together like a belt in belt loops. Slide the end of
collar under the two loops on the other end with the loops
facing up. Overlap the ends of the collar until it is tight
against the chimney. Bend the free end of the collar back
over the loops to hold the storm collar securely together.
The excess end of the storm collar may be trimmed off.
8. Slide the storm collar down snugly against the flashing
until the excess mastic left in step six is forced up into
the crack between the storm collar and the chimney. This
should make the joint between the flashing and the chim-
ney watertight.
9. Install the chimney cap by placing the cap into matching
parts of the last chimney section. Then punch or drill 1/8
inch diameter holes in the inlet air duct (chimney pipe)
where specified on the brackets and fasten it down with
the No. 8 screws provided. Do not penetrate the inner
stainless steel pipe while installing the screws.
10.Check all the parts of the fireplace, chimney and chimney
termination cap to assure that no parts have been dam-
aged or bent during installation and that all parts have
been installed properly.
 The metal used for the chimney cap has a rust pro-
tective coating but the cut edges of the parts are not pro-
tected. To prevent rusting and rust staining of nearby struc-
tures, exposed parts of the chimney and chimney cap should
be detergent washed and painted with a galvanized primer
paint.
FP1897
scribe line
8/08
Hold 13” Diameter
(Outside) Pipe Vertical
Scribe Line
at Bottom
 RLTCF11L chimney cap is same as RLTCF11 with
the exception of a longer telescoping pipe which may be
needed for special installations such as chase installa-
tions.
FP1897
Figure 18
*36”
1856O”
FP1898
chimney cap install
8/08
Chimney Cap
Apply Mastic Here
Storm Collar
Flashing
* or 2’ Above Any Point Within 10’
FP1898
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1. Extend the regular chimney sections until the top of the chimney is 4” below the total flue height
desired. Do not snap the last section of inlet air duct or largest diameter pipe in place until Step 3 is
completed.
2. Remove the shingles from around the chimney so that the flashing may be installed, with the upper
part of the flashing under the shingles.
3. Set the flashing on the roof. Hold a section of the outside pipe (13” diameter) on the flashing and
scribe a line around the flashing, then cut the top off the flashing by cutting 1/4 inch below the
scribed line. This should increase the diameter of the flashing outlet sufficiently to allow the flashing
to be placed over the chimney. Figure 19
4. Snap the last section of inlet air duct in place and slide the flashing over the chimney. Adjust the
chimney to assure that the proper minimum clearances are maintained.
5. Nail the flashing securely in place with eight nails.
6. Seal the crack between the top of the flashing and the chimney with mastic. Leave some excess
mastic at this area to be used in step eight.  Use pliers and wear gloves when performing
step seven to minimize the danger of cutting your hands on the edge of the storm collar.
7. Place the storm collar around the chimney and put the collar together like a belt in belt loops. Slide
the end of collar under the two loops on the other end with the loops facing up. Overlap the ends of
the collar until it is tight against the chimney. Bend the free end of the collar back over the loops to
hold the storm collar securely together. The excess end of the storm collar may be trimmed off.
8. Slide the storm collar down snugly against the flashing until the excess mastic left in step six is
forced up into the crack between the storm collar and the chimney. This should make the joint be-
tween the flashing and the chimney watertight.
9. Install the chimney cap by placing the cap into matching parts of the last chimney section. Then
punch or drill 1/8 inch diameter holes in the inlet air duct (chimney pipe) where specified on the
brackets and fasten it down with the No. 8 screws provided. Do not penetrate the inner stainless
steel pipe while installing the screws.
10.Check all the parts of the fireplace, chimney and chimney termination cap to assure that no parts
have been damaged or bent during installation and that all parts have been installed properly.
 The metal used for the chimney cap has a rust protective coating but the cut edges of the parts
are not protected. To prevent rusting and rust staining of nearby structures, exposed parts of the chim-
ney and chimney cap should be detergent washed and painted with a galvanized primer paint.
156O” Min.
Overlap
2” Min.
FP1899
chimney cap
8/08
RLTCF11 Chimney Cap
Design Incorporates Lon-
ger Duct and Flue Pipe for
Chase Type Installation
Chase Top Flat Flashing Does
Not Require Venting or Standoff
Spacers Around Perimeter
Chase
Roof Line
Maintain 2” Minimum Air
Space Clearance to Combus-
tibles Above Roof Line
Using Tabs Provided, Secure Outer
Telescoping to the Flat Flashing
On Large Chase Tops it is Recommended that
Cross Supports be used to Provide Additional
Support to Eliminate Sagging of the Flashing
13” Max. Space Between Chimney
Section and Chase Cover
Outer Telescope
 Locally built chase flashings must incorporate a
13Z\₄ min. to 13³\₄ max. x 2” high min. flanged hole for proper
installation of the RLTCF11 chimney cap.
Figure 20
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1. Extremely long runs and numerous turns in the duct leading from the fireplace to the combustion air
assembly should be avoided. These conditions will increase the resistance to the free flow of air
through the duct. Refer to Figures 3 and 25 for methods of installing the outside air for combustion
assemblies.
2. The combustion air assembly should be located at an exterior location, which is not likely to be ac-
cidentally blocked in any manner. The assembly should be located above the snow line to prevent
blockage by snow accumulation.
3. The combustion air inlet assembly should never be mounted in a garage or storage area where com-
bustible fumes such as gasoline might be drawn into the fireplace.
4. Combustion air can be drawn from the crawl space under a house when an adequate supply of air
is provided by open ventilation.
5. Do not take combustion air from attic space or garage space.
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1. Remove the cover plate from the 4-inch outlet opening location on the left outside of the fireplace.
DO NOT remove the cover if the outside air will not be connected.
2. Place the insulation ring between the AK-4 starting collar and fireplace wall and place the starting
collar (4 inch) into the hole on the left side of the fireplace. Fasten it in place with the four sheet
metal screws provided.
3. Cut a 6-inch diameter opening for model AK-4 in the
outside wall covering where the outside vent is to be
located.
4. Select and cut a piece of duct sufficient length to attach
to the fireplace and protrude at least three inches be-
yond the face of the wall to which the AK-4 inlet air vent
will be attached. The duct may be cut with a standard
pocket knife (use FP-4 U duct for maximum efficiency
and safety). Do not use a combustible duct. Always use
UL Listed Class 0 or 1 duct material.
5. If the duct is the insulated type, push the insulation back
from one end of the duct approximately two inches.
6. Slip the exposed end of the duct over the starting collar
on the fireplace.
7. Using the sheet metal screws pro-
vided, secure the duct end to the
collar attached to the fireplace.
8. Nail or screw the combustion air
assembly to the surface of the
wall.
 If the wall covering is brick or
stone, use appropriate masonry fas-
teners. Mount the combustion air as-
sembly with “TOP’” upward to prevent
cold air from entering through the wall.
If it is necessary to splice the duct, a
model 403-duct connector should be
used to splice duct sections.
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FP1900
OA start collar
8/08
Insulation Ring
Insert Shortest Side of the
Tube through the Fireplace
Outer Wrap to Properly
Seal Against Firebox Wall
and Gasket
Longer Length of the
Tube to Outside
Figure 21
FP1900
FP1901
secure outside duct
8/08
Fireplace Outer Wrap
AK4 Combustion Air
Kit (Shortest Toward
Firebox)
AK4 Mounting
Plate
Firebox Insulation
Seal
FP1901
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1 2 3
2“
App.
FP1906
Duct connector
8/08
Loop Disengaged
Clamp Around
Duct
Slip Band
Through
Housing
Snap Screw
Down and
Tighten
Figure 23
FP1906
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1. Push insulation back approximately 2” from the end of each duct.
2. Slip each duct over duct connector until an equal length of connector extends into each duct.
3. Place duck clamp over the end of each duct. Tighten duct clamp down snuggly.
4. Push insulation back into place and over duct clamp.
FP1907
Duct connector
8/08
Approximately
2”
Duct Connector
Insulation
Duct Clamp
FP1907
Figure 24
FP2355
outside air location
Figure 25
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AK-4 Air Kit Installed Hori-
zontally out an Exterior Wall
AK-4 Air Kit Installed Downward into
an Adequately Vented Crawl Space
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 Improper installation or operation of a gas appliance in this fireplace can allow unburned gas
to leak out which will cause a fire or explosion hazard, or the release of poisonous carbon monoxide into
the dwelling which can cause serious injury or death to its inhabitants. To reduce these risks to a minimum,
the following important notices and instructions should be read and followed carefully.
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1. The provision for a gas line is intended for connection to a decorative gas appliance which and complies
with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces, ANSIZ21.60. If
a decorative gas appliance is installed, it must be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSIZ223.1.
If an unvented gas appliance (blue flame) is installed it must incorporate an automatic shutoff device,
and must be installed in accordance with with the National Fuel Gas Code Z223.1, Latest edition.
 If an unvented gas appliance is installed in the fireplace, the gas appliance must only be
operated with the fireplace glass door fully open (if included).
The installer of the fireplace and gas appliance must describe the operation of the fireplace and appli-
ance to the people who will be operating them and leave all instruction manuals with the operator of the
fireplace.
2. An approved gas shut off valve must be located outside the fireplace in an area accessible to the users
of the fireplace.
3. All gas piping and fitting must be either steel or malleable iron. Unions must be of the ground joint
type.
4. Some code authorities prohibit or place restrictions on the use of gas appliances in fireplaces. Check
with local code authorities before proceeding with the installation.
5. The gas appliance and all connecting gas piping should only be installed by a licensed gas appliance
installer.
6. The installer should advise the persons who will use the fireplace to set the fireplace damper in full open
position when the appliance is in use.
The following instructions only apply to passing the gas line through the fireplace wall. Follow the instruc-
tions provided by the appliance for the gas line, testing and adjusting it.
1. Locate the recessed area in the side refractory panel as shown by Figure 26.
2. Tap out a round hole in the brick liner with a hammer by tapping lightly on the recessed area.
3. Remove the two screws that hold the cover plates on the jacket wrap and discard the cover plate.
4. Use a screwdriver or similar tool to push the loose insulation out of the tube between the firebox and the
outer jacket of the fireplace.
5. Install the gas pipe through the tube between the firebox and jacket.
6. Attach the gas appliance to the gas pipe according to the appliance makers instructions.
7. Pack the insulation removed in step 4 around the pipe to prevent air flowing through the tube either into
or out of the firebox.
8. Be sure the gas is turned off at the appliance, then turn the gas on at the cut off valve and test the gas
line connections for leaks with soapy water solution or a liquid leak detector. DO NOT USE A MATCH
OR OTHER FLAME SOURCE TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS. If a gas leak is detected, turn the gas off
immediately and fix the leak.
9. Proceed with testing the appliance for leaks and adjusting it as required by the manufacturer instruc-
tions.