White Mountain Hearth STONE RIVER LSU18SF-2 Quick start guide

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
LOG SET FOR
VENTED AND UNVENTED
MULTI-SIDED GAS LOG HEATER
MODELS
LSU18SF-2
LSU24SF-2
LSU30SF-2
WARNING:Ifnotinstalled,operatedandmain-
tainedinaccordancewiththemanufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose you
tosubstancesinfuelorfromfuelcombustion
which can cause death or serious illness.
LogsetscomplywithANSIZ21.11.2Unvented
Heaters and also comply with ANSI Z21.60
Decorative Vented Appliances for Solid Fuel
BurningFireplaces.Stateorlocalcodesmay
only allow operation of log sets in a vented
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WARNINGS
– Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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use any phone in your building.
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from neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
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agency or the gas supplier.
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causing property damage, personal injury
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The White Mountain Log Collection:
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the
appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
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Section Page
Important Installation Guidelines .....................................................................3
General Information.........................................................................................3
Requirements for Canada................................................................................4
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LSU18SF-2 Log Placement ....................................................................... 6-12
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LSU(24,30)SF-2 Log Placement...............................................................14-21
Ember Placement LSU18SF-2 Photos ..........................................................22
Ember Placement LSU24SF-2 Photos ..........................................................23
Ember Placement LSU30SF-2 Photos ..........................................................24
Parts List and Parts View...............................................................................25
Master Parts Distributor List...........................................................................26
How to Order Repair Parts ............................................................................26
Service Notes.................................................................................................27
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Proper Log Placement
Log placement is critical to proper burner performance. Logs must
be correctly positioned onto the burner. The photos in this manual
showtheproperpinnedpositionforlogsonthisset.Ownersneedto
beshownproperlogplacementandinstructednottomovethelogs.
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the photos. Malformed logs or logs with sloppy pin holes must be
replaced.
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Rock wool can be added to burners for a glowing ember effect.
It must be positioned only on the front portion of the burner. The
photos in this manual show the proper placement of rock wool.
Decorative lava rock or small wood pieces should never be placed
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primary air into the venturi tube, located on the rear of the burner,
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obstructions build-up around or inside the venturi. Any obstruction
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inlet and/or is not aligned with the venturi.Any misalignment of the
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Ceiling Fans, Portable Fans or Logs Installed Near Cold Air
Returns
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during the operation of vent-free logs. If the air blows directly into
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turned off or redirected. Ceiling fans could be reversed to possibly
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Upon installation, be aware of any cold air returns or vents in the
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situation.
Candles
Avoid the use of scented or decorative candles while the log set is
in operation. Candles produce a residue in the air that creates a
soot like substance. Burning candles while the log set is operating
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producesoot.Theamountoftimeburnedandthequantityofcandles
burned will determine the amount of soot produced and deposited.
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Properly installed and properly maintained log sets do not deposit
soot on the logs. If users see soot appear on a log, call for service.
Do not continue to operate the log set.
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Glass Doors
Makesure thatglassdoorsareopenduringalloperationsofthelog
set. The opening of the glass door frame should be the dimension
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free of all creosote before installing a gas burning log set. Creosote
will soften when heated and can drop on the log set causing odors
and possibly sooting.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
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Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip-
mentoraccessories andrepairand servicingofequipment shallbe
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personorthrougharepresentative isengaged inand isresponsible
for(a)theinstallation,testing,orreplacementofgaspipingor(b)the
connection, installation, testing, repair, or servicing of equipment;
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required, and that has complied with all the requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA54* or International Fuel Gas Code.
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 11
West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10018.
State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by
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Massachusetts.
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tal room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of
527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
In the State of Massachusetts, unvented propane and natural
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bathrooms.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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WARNING
Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other
accessory not approved for use with this heater.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA
This unit cannot be installed in a UNVENTED application, this
unit can only be installed as a VENTED application with these
requirements.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This unit complies with ANSI Z21.60and CGA 2.26 Decorative
Gas Appliances For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces.
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gas log set is installed. This appliance is for installation only in
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1. Please follow all local codes regarding installation, combus-
tion and ventilation air or in the absence of local codes follow
the National Fuel Gas CodeANSI Z223.1(U.S. installation), or
CAN/CGA-B149, Installation Code (Canada installation).
2. Proper installation, burner pan location and log placement is
important to achieve optimum look and performance of your
gas log set. The logs have been designed for easy location
and placement on the grate and must be followed for proper
operation.
3. Do not operate this log set with glass doors in the closed po-
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is burning. Adequate combustion air must be provided for
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into the room do not operate appliance. Check for an open
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INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP section.
4. Young children must be carefully supervised when they are in
the same room as the gas log while in operation. Do not place
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5. Do not substitute or use materials other than those supplied
for use with the log set.
6. Also refer to IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION in the
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or near the appliance.
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bonding agents. These bonding agents are not harmful but
may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned
off during initial operation of the appliance. This is a normal
temporary occurrence.Awindow should be opened during the
initial bake out period.
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person. The appliance should be inspected before use and
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bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control compart-
ments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appli-
ance be kept clean.
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and replace damaged parts.
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appliance and to replace any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been under water.
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stalled.
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ances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. State or local codes
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dangerous. Improper installation or use of the gas log set
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DOORS CLOSED
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LSU18SF-2 LOG IDENTIFICATION
Log
Description Part Number Front View Top View
Log A R9297
Log B R9298
Log C R9299
Log D R9300
Log E R9301

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Before you begin: Do not, handle these logs with your bare
hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation. After
handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water.
All Logs
The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean
operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may
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appliance.
Refer to Figures 1 for the following warning.
The following WARNING applies when log set is installed
onto an unvented gas burner assembly.
PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
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sideoftheburnerwiththevalve.Forstepbystep instructions
with images see page 7-12.
1. Place Log A onto the two left front burner pins and two
left middle row burner pins.
2. Place Log B onto the two right front burner pins.
3. Place Log C onto the two right middle row burner pins.
4. Place Log D onto the two left rear burner pins.
5. Place Log E onto the two right rear burner pins.
Note: A single layer of embers is to be used when applying
Platinum Bright Embers (alone or in combination with
production embers) to the burner.
LSU18SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT
4
1
2
3
5
Replacement Loose Material
(glowing embers) Part Number
Platinum Bright Embers PE-20-1
Rock Wool 15999
WARNING
Failure to position the parts in accordance with this
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with this appliance may result in property damage or
personal injury.
WARNING
This appliance is equipped for natural or propane
gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
Log Placement LSU18SF-2
Figure 1
NOTE: When placed correctly, the logs will not cover any
ports. See Figures 1 Ember Placement Photos, page 22.

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1. Place Log A onto the two left front burner pins and two left middle row burner pins. See image below.
LSU18SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT

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2. Place Log B onto the two right front burner pins as shown below.
LSU18SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT

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3. Place Log C onto the two right middle row burner pins as shown below.
LSU18SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT

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4. Place Log D onto the two left rear burner pins. See image below.
LSU18SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT

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5. Place Log E onto the two right rear burner pins as shown below.
LSU18SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT

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6. LSU18SF-2 log set is complete.
LSU18SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT

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LSU(24,30)SF-2 LOG IDENTIFICATION
Log
Description
Part
Number Front View Top View
LSU24SF-2 LSU30SF-2
Log A R9909 R9915
Log B R9910 R9916
Log C R9912 R9918
Log D R9913 R9919
Log E R9914 R9920
Log F R9911 R9917

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Before you begin: Do not, handle these logs with your bare
hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation. After
handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water.
All Logs
The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean
operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may
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appliance.
Refer to Figures 2 for the following warning.
The following WARNING applies when log set is installed
onto an unvented gas burner assembly.
PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
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sideoftheburnerwiththevalve.Forstepbystep instructions
with images see page 15-22.
1. Place Log A onto the two front left burner pins.
2. Place Log F onto the two left middle row burner pins.
3. Place Log B onto the two front right burner pins.
4. Place Log C onto the two right middle row burner pins.
5. Place Log D onto the two left rear burner pins.
6. Place Log E onto the two right rear burner pins. Note: A single layer of embers is to be used when applying
Platinum Bright Embers (alone or in combination with
production embers) to the burner.
LSU(24,30)SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT
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WARNING
Failure to position the parts in accordance with this
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with this appliance may result in property damage or
personal injury.
WARNING
This appliance is equipped for natural or propane
gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
Log Placement LSU(24,30)SF-2
Figure 2
NOTE: When placed correctly, the logs will not cover
any ports. See Figure 2. Ember Placement Photos,
pages 23 and 24. Replacement Loose Material
(glowing embers) Part Number
Platinum Bright Embers PE-20-1
Rock Wool 15999

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1. Place Log A onto the two front left burner pins as shown below.
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2. Place Log F onto the two left middle row burner pins. See image below.
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3. Place Log B onto the two front right burner pins as shown below.
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4. Place Log C onto the two right middle row burner pins. See image below.
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5. Place Log D onto the two left rear burner pins as shown below.
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6. Place Log E onto the two right rear burner pins as shown below.
LSU(24,30)SF-2 LOG PLACEMENT