Montigo PL42DF Instruction Manual

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Read and understand this manual. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
serviceormaintenancecancauseseriousinjury,propertydamageorevendeath.
For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
DANGER
Glass doors on gas fireplaces are extremely hot while the fireplace is on and
remain hot even after the fireplace has been turned off. Safety screens are
available and can reduce the risks of severe burns. Please keep children away
from the fireplace at all times.
CAUTION
Donotstoreorusegasolineorany other flammable vapors andliquidsin the vicinity of
this or any other gas burning appliance. A fire or explosion my occur causing serious
injury, property damage or even death.
WARNING
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. Do not remove.
Consumer: Retain this manual for maintenance and future reference. Do not Discard.
NOTICE
IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
DANGER
Irritant
Cutting
Watchyour step
Slipperyfloor
Hightemperatures
Glasshazard
Dangerof suffocation
Highvoltage
Toxic
Flammablematerials
Corrosive
Forklift trucks
Dangeroverhead crane
Explosionrisk
Oxidising
Dangerof death
Biohazard
LaserRadiation
Dangerof entrapment
Hotsurface
GeneralWarning
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Gasbottles
Watchfor
fallingobjects
Electricity
Dangerfor cutter
Entrapmenthazard
Batteryhazard
Rotatingparts
Lowtemperature
Strongmagnetic field
Opticalradiation
Nonionizing
radiation
Radiation
Hazardousto the
Environment
Dangerof harming
yourhands
Irritant
Cutting
Watchyour step
Slipperyfloor
Hightemperatures
Glasshazard
Dangerof suffocation
Highvoltage
Toxic
Flammablematerials
Corrosive
Forklift trucks
Dangeroverhead crane
Explosionrisk
Oxidising
Dangerof death
Biohazard
LaserRadiation
Dangerof entrapment
Hotsurface
GeneralWarning
Blank
Gasbottles
Watchfor
fallingobjects
Electricity
Dangerfor cutter
Entrapmenthazard
Batteryhazard
Rotatingparts
Lowtemperature
Strongmagnetic field
Opticalradiation
Nonionizing
radiation
Radiation
Hazardousto the
Environment
Dangerof harming
yourhands
Irritant
Cutting
Watchyour step
Slipperyfloor
Hightemperatures
Glasshazard
Dangerof suffocation
Highvoltage
Toxic
Flammablematerials
Corrosive
Forklift trucks
Dangeroverhead crane
Explosionrisk
Oxidising
Dangerof death
Biohazard
LaserRadiation
Dangerof entrapment
Hotsurface
GeneralWarning
Blank
Gasbottles
Watchfor
fallingobjects
Electricity
Dangerfor cutter
Entrapmenthazard
Batteryhazard
Rotatingparts
Lowtemperature
Strongmagnetic field
Opticalradiation
Nonionizing
radiation
Radiation
Hazardousto the
Environment
Dangerof harming
yourhands
Irritant
Cutting
Watchyour step
Slipperyfloor
Hightemperatures
Glasshazard
Dangerof suffocation
Highvoltage
Toxic
Flammablematerials
Corrosive
Forklift trucks
Dangeroverhead crane
Explosionrisk
Oxidising
Dangerof death
Biohazard
LaserRadiation
Dangerof entrapment
Hotsurface
GeneralWarning
Blank
Gasbottles
Watchfor
fallingobjects
Electricity
Dangerfor cutter
Entrapmenthazard
Batteryhazard
Rotatingparts
XG0217 160215.1
PL42DF Indoor
PL Series
Residential
Fireplace
Installation & Maintenance Manual
Canadian Heating Products Inc. Langley, BC V4W 4A1 | Montigo Del Ray Corp. Ferndale, WA 98248

Instruction Manual Contents
SafetyAlerts 3
Introduction 3
Product Specications 3
SectionA: Before You Start 4
Typical Installation Overview 4
Standard Installation Checklist 5
Rating Plate Sample 6
Section 1: Installation Overview 7
Product Dimensions 7
Section 2: Framing & Clearances 8
Clearances 9
Section 3: Venting 10
Section 3-1: Converting To Rear Vent 10
Section 3-2: Roof Mounted Direct Vent Termination (PVTK-1) 11
Section 3-2-1: Venting Layout 11
Section 3-3: Installing a Wall Mounted Direct Vent Termination 13
Section 3-3-1: Venting Layout: Wall mounted termination. 14
Section 3-3-2: Venting Components 17
Section 3-3-3: Heat Shields 18
Section 4: Wiring 19
CPI[ContinuousPilotIgnition]/IPI[IntermittentPilotIgnition]Jumper
Cable Installation 20
Section 5: Installing the Gas Line 21
Section 5-1: FUEL CONVERSION 21
Section 5-2: GAS PRESSURE 21
Section 5-3: GAS CONNECTION 21
Section 6: FinishingAround the Fireplace 22
Section 7: Screen Installation and Removal 23
Section 8: Installing & Removing the Door 24
Section 9: Installing theAccessories 25
Installing the Firestones 25
Installing Optional Speckled Stones 26
Installing the Driftwood Log Set 27
Operation 29
SIT Proame 2 Electronic Ignition 29
Remote Operation 30
Maintenance 35
General 35
Cleaning 35
Troubleshooting: 36
Replacement Parts: 37
Accessories: 37
AppendixA: Venting Terminations 38
Appendix B: Warranty 39
Appendix C: State of Massachusetts 40
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You must read and understand this manual prior to installation, operation or
troubleshootingthis appliance.Pleaseretain thisowner’s manualforfuture reference
and maintenance.
NOTICE
Table of Contents
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MODEL Natural Gas Liquid Propane Gas Rating (BTU hr) Linear Burner w/ Glass mediaAccessories SIT Electronic Ignition
PL42DFN-F X 32,000 X X
PL42DFL-F X 32,000 X X
Safety Alerts
Model Number PL42DFN-I PL42DFL-I
Input Rating 32,000 32,000
Gas Supply Pressure 5.5" WC 11" WC
Manifold Pressure 3.5" WC 10" WC
Orice Size (DMS) 1.55 mm 61 DMS
Fireplace Electrical
Requirement 115VAC, 60Hz, 5 Amps 115VAC, 60Hz, 5 Amps
Vent Size 5"/8" 5"/8"
Maximum Vent Length 32' 32'
Crate Dimensions
(LxWxH) 44"x22.5"x38" 44"x22.5"x38"
Shipping Weight 237 lbs. 237 lbs.
Fireplace Weight 32 lbs. 32 lbs.
Certication(s) ANSI Z21.88-2014 / CSA2.33-2014
Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters
CGA2.17-M91 - Gas-Fired
Appliances for Use at High
Altitudes
Product Specications
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Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, WILL result in death or serious
injury or property damage.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, COULD result in death or serious
injury or property damage.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, WILL result in minor or moderate
injury.
Addresses practices that are important, but
not related to personal injury
DANGER WARNING
CAUTION NOTICE
PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace
Safety Alert Key
Introduction
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Montigo Fireplace.
With over 35 years of experience, Montigo is committed to providing
you with a gas replace that is not only a beautiful addition to your
space,butthatisalsodesignedandmanufacturedtothehighestsafety,
reliability and engineering standards.
Westronglyencourageyoutoreadandcarefullyfollowtheinstructions
laid out in this Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual and
retainitforyourfuturereference. Payspecialattentiontoallcautions,
warnings, and notices throughout this manual intended to ensure
your safety.
Thismanualcoversinstallation,operationandmaintenance. Lighting,
operation and care of this replace can be easily performed by the
homeowner. All installation and service work should be performed
by a qualied or licensed installer, plumber or gas tter as certied
by the state, province, region or governing body where the replace
is being installed.
This installation, operation and maintenance manual is applicable to
the models described to the right. Refer to your rating plate to verify
included options.
Warranty Information: (See Appendix B)
The Montigo warranty will be voided by, and Montigo disclaims any
responsibility for the following actions:
► Modication of the replace and/or components including
Direct-Vent assembly or glass doors.
► Use of any component part not manufactured or approved
by Montigo in combination with this Montigo replace system.
► Installation other than as instructed in this manual.
ConsultyourlocalGasInspectionBranchoninstallationrequirements
for factory-built gas replaces. Installation & repairs should be done
by a qualied contractor.
Introduction

IMPORTANT MESSAGE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The PL42DF* Direct Vent replace must be installed in accordance
with these Instructions. Carefully read all the Instructions in this
manual rst. Consult the Local Gas Branch to determine the need
forapermitpriortostartingthe installation. It is the responsibility
of the installer to ensure this replace is installed in compliance
with the manufacturers instructions and all applicable codes.
BEFORE YOU START:
Due to high operating temperatures, this appliance should be located out of traffic &
away from furniture and draperies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of the high surface temperature,
which could cause burns or clothing ignition.
Youngchildren shouldbe carefully supervised whenthey are in thesame room as the
appliance.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be placed on or near the appliance.
CAUTION
Whenthis applianceis installed directlyon anycombustiblematerial otherthan wood
flooring, it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the appliance or a fire will occur causing serious injury, property damage or
even death.
DANGER
Typical Installation Overview
Determine the desired install location of your replace.
See Section 1, Dimensions on Page 7, and refer to the
Framing Section 2 on Page 8 for details.
Selectthelocationofyourterminationandresultingventrun.
ThedirectventterminationlocationMUSTbeselectedsuch
that it is the highest point in the venting assembly.
Shoulditbeimpossibletomeettheventingrequirementslaid
outinSection3:VentingonPage10, pleasecontacta local
Montigodealerregarding the use ofaMontigoPower Vent.
Lay out the Vent run; calculating the required elbows and
straight runs of 5"/8" flex and/or rigid pipe.
Layout Electrical Requirements Refer to Section 4: Wiring
on Page 19, for Details.
Refer to Section 5: Installing the Gas Line on Page 21, for
details on the gas connection and access.
Refer to local codes and guidelines for installation
requirements.
Installation and repairs should be done by a qualied
contractor and must conform to:
• Installations in Canada must conform to the local codes or
intheabsence oflocalcodes tothecurrentversion ofNaturalGas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149. Electrical Installations
must conform to the local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
to the current version of Canadian Electrical Code, CSAC22.1.1
• Installations in the USAmust conform to the local codes or
in the absence of local codes to the current version of National
FuelGasCode,ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. ElectricalInstallationsmust
conformto thelocalcodes or,intheabsenceof localcodes,to the
currentversionoftheNationalElectricalCode,ANSI/NFPA70. See
Appendix C for installation within the State of Massachusetts.
Installation and repairs should be done by an authorized gas fireplace service technician.
Theapplianceshouldbeinspectedbeforeuseandatleastannuallybyaprofessional.More
frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material,
etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of
thefireplacearekeptclean.
NOTICE
WARNING
Abarrier designed to reduce theriskof burns from hot viewingglass is provided with this
applianceand shall be installed fortheprotection of children and otherat-risk individuals.
Ifthe barrier becomes damaged, thebarriershall be replaced with themanufacturer’s
barrierfor this appliance.
WARNING
Anysafety screen, guard, or barrierremovedfor servicing an appliance mustbe replaced
priorto operating the appliance.
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Installation
Section A: Before You Start
Young children should be carefully supervised when they are
in the same room as the applicance. Toddlers, young children
and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A
physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals
in the house. To restrict access to a fireplace or stove, install
an adjustable safety gate to keep toddles, young children and
other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot
surfaces.
CAUTION

Standard Installation Checklist
This standard installation checklist is to be used by the installer in conjunction with, not instead of, the instructions contained within
this installation manual.
Customer Date Installed:
InstallAddress: Location of Fireplace:
Installer:
Model (circle one): PL42DFN PL42DFL Dealer Phone:
Serial #:
YES NO IF NO, WHY NOT?
Appliance Install: Section 2
Framing complies with install manual.
Standoffs have been installed.
Proper clearances have been maintained.
Venting: Section 3
Venting conguration complies with vent diagrams.
Venting installed, fastened, and secured in place maintaining proper
clearance.
Firestops installed.
Exterior wall/roof ashing installed and sealed in compliance with local
building code.
Terminations installed and sealed in compliance with local building code.
Direct vent termination is highest point in vent assembly.
Wiring/Electrical: Section 4
Unswitched power provided to the appliance PPO box.
Low voltage wire connected to dry contact wall switch (non-powered)
Gas: Section 5
Proper appliance for fuel type.
Was a conversion performed?
Leak check performed & inlet pressure veried.
Finishing: Section 6
Only non-combustible materials installed in non-combustible areas.
Clearances meet installation manual requirements
Mantels and/or projections comply with install manual
Appliance Setup: Section 7 through 9
Media, door, and screen installed according to install manual
Manual given to home owner.
Started apliance and veried no gas leaks exist.
Comments:
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Rating Plate Sample
FigureA: Rating Plate for IPI eletronic ignition
Rating Plate Location:
The rating place may be found under the rebox.
To access, remove the screen and valve cover. See
Section 7: Screen Installation and Removal and
Section 8: Installing & Removing the Door.
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Teklynx LabelView Demo

Figure 1. Fireplace dimensions (Tolerance ± ⅛") [3 mm].
Please review the Pre-Installation Overview on Page 4 for general
information on preparing for a successful installation of your
replace.
The PL42DF* replace may be installed in any location that maintains
proper clearances to air conditioning ducts, electrical wiring and
plumbing. Safety, as well as efciency of operation, should be
considered when selecting the replace location. Select a location
that does not interfere with room trafc, has adequate ventilation
and offers an accessible path for Direct Vent installation.
The replace dimensions are shown below:
42"
1068
30 1
2
"
776
39 1
2
"
1004
20 1
4
"
515
43
4
"
121
51
2
"
140
12 5
8
"
320
43 5
8
"
1107
41 1
2
"
1054
23 1
8
"
586
5"
127
8"
203
12 5
8
"
320
34 5
8
"
880
20 5
8
"
524
21 1
4
"
541
27 3
8
"
696
5
[127]
8
[203]
POWER
37 3
4
"
958
GAS
SUPPLY
Product Dimensions
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Section 1: Installation Overview

The install requirements of your replace are dependent on several
factors. Gas line location, electrical connection, gas line type and
decorativesurroundoptionscanplayintotheinstall.Thesefactors
should be considered when determining framing and layout of
your replace.
Note: four sided surrounds will require a raised installation.
Frame in the enclosure for the unit with framing materials. The
framed opening for the assembled replace is 42" wide, x 42" high
x 21 7/8" deep, see Figure 2 .
NOTE: When constructing the framed opening, please ensure
there is access to install the gas line when the unit is installed.
See Figure 21.
Figure 2. Framing dimensions, (Straight wall & Corner
Installation).
Note: When sheetrock is not used
behind the replace, framing depth 21
7/8" may be reduced by 5/8".
Figure 5. Non Combustible Framing for Top Vent or Rear
Vent, with alcove.
Figure4. Combustible Framing for shelves over the replace,
Top vent.
Figure3.Combustible Framing for shelves over the replace,
Rear vent.
42”
9”
34 1/2”
C
ombustible Header
Combustible Shelf
27 1/2”
12”
max.
Non Combustible
Stud 1/2” Above Top
RHS101
2
17/8”
42
”
42”
Noncombustible
Stud
35”
84 1/2”
0" c
l
earance
to corners
42”
59 3/4”
40 1/2”
MEL Short
90° elbow
50 1/2
”
17 1/2”
C
ombustible Header
Combustible Shelf
RHS101
Non Combustible
Stud 1/2” above top
Note: Images are shown without screens for clarity purposes.
However, your replace should not be operated without proper
installation of screens.
Non-Combustible
Materials Only
MI
N
96”
10.5”
door
opening
3”
Rear
Vent
Ceiling
Floor
Alcove
area over
Fireplace
Top Vent
N.G. & L.P.
12”
max. Non-combustibl
e
header
Min 1”
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Section 2: Framing & Clearances

Clearances
When installing a shelf over the top of the replaces, the following
guidelines must be adhered to:
For Rear Vent applications, the minimum clearance is 0" from the
rear of the replace to a wall, or any combustible materials, and
9" clearance from the top of the replace to the underside of any
combustible shelf materials.
For Top Vent applications, the minimum clearance is 0" from the
rearoftheunit to a wall,oranycombustible materials, and 171/2"
to the underside of any combustible shelf materials.
1” clearance is maintained on sides and bottom of vent runs and
2” above horizontal vent runs to any combustible material.
MODEL Top - Rear vent † Top - Top vent † Rear Sides Floor †† Mantel
PL42DF* 9" 17 1/2" 0" 0" 0"
See Section
6 Finishing
around the
replace
Installing The Standoffs
To avoid elevated mantel temperatures, all PL42DF* gas
replaces are required to have the supplied standoffs installed.
The replace is supplied with two standoffs. Bend and install these
standoffs on top of the replace ensuring that the height of the
standoff maintains a 7 1/2" clearance.
7½”
Figure 6. Installing standoffs
NOTE:
† Clearance from top of replace to a ceiling within the replace
enclosure.
†† Four sided surrounds require a raised installation.
Figure 7c. Securing the Nailing Flange Extension.
Thesuppliednailing extension mustbeplacedalong the top edge
of the replace and securely fastened into place, as shown in gure
7c. Note: The nailing ange extension can be substituted with a
piece of NON-Combustible material of the same size and thermal
characteristics, ie: cement board or equivalent.
4"
Before installing the supplied nailing ange extension, fold tabs
at bottom of nailing ange to a 90 degree angle.
Figure 7. Bottom of Nailing Flange Extension
Figure 7a. Bottom of Nailing Flange Extension with tab folded at
90 degree angle
Figure 7b. Insert folded tabs into slots above the front of the replace
Front of Nailing Flange
Front of Fireplace
Installing the Nailing Flange Extension
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Figure 8. Flue cover and collar removal, Top Vented
replace.
Figure 8a. Flue cover and collar installation, Rear Vented
replace.
Section 3-1: Converting To Rear Vent
Use the following instructions to convert an PL42DF* for Rear
Vent use:
1. Remove the Rear ue cover and gasket (5" and 8") on the
ue outlet, as shown in Figure 8.
2. Next, Remove the Top ue collar's (5" and 8") on the ue
outlet, as shown in Figure 8.
3. Install the (removed) Rear ue cover and gasket material, to
theTopventoutlet.Fastenthecoverwithincludedhardware,
as illustrated Figure 8a.
4. Installthe(5" and 8")collarstothe rear ventoutletusingthe
included hardware, as illustrated Figure 8a.
5”Inner Flue Collar
8”Outer Flue Collar
Flue Gasket
Flue Cover Plate
Flue Gasket
Flue Cover Plate
8” Outer Flue Collar
5” Inner Flue Collar
Montigosuppliesavarietyofdirectventingandterminationoptions.
ThedirectventterminationlocationMUSTbeselectedsuchthatitis
thehighestpointintheventingassembly. Itshouldalsobeselected
such that it provides the shortest vent run possible. Should it be
impossible to ensure that the termination is the highest point or
to meet the venting guidelines laid out below please contact your
Montigo dealer to discuss power venting options.
NOTES FOR PLANNING VENTING:
Venting can originate from the unit through the top or
through the rear
Venting can terminate through the roof or through an
exterior wall.
Refer toAppendixA- Termination Locations to ensure the
planned termination location is acceptable.
Once the termination location has been established, refer
to the appropriate section below for installation details
All replaces shipped from the factory are Top vent.
Silicone application is NOT required when joining Montigo
vent pipes and components. Note: Images are shown without screens for clarity purposes.
However, your replace should not be operated without proper
installation of screens.
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Section 3: Venting