Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product MERIT MP-36OD Lennox Hearth Products
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36" Indoor / Outdoor Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 850,030M REV . B 04/2006 MP-36OD MODEL MERIT ® PLUS SERIES This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, effi cient and de- pendable installation of your fi replace system. Please read and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules ...................................... Page 2 T ools and Building Supplies .............. Page 2 Precautions ....................................... Page 2 Introduction .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 3 These fi replace systems are designed for in- stallation in accordance with the National Fire Protection Standard for chimneys, fi replaces an.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 4 INDOOR INST ALLA TIONS - The minimum installed height of the completed fi replace system for is 15' 0." The maximum height is 60' 0" (see T able 1 ). OUTDOOR INST ALLA TIONS - The minimum installed height of the completed fi replace system is 7' 3.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 5 Figure 4 Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling Draft Stops Firestop CTDT T ermination Note: Non- Combustible Chase Flashing Must Be Used T o Cover Cha.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 6 ASSEMBL Y STEPS Note: The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, however , and might require a different sequence. 1. Position fi rebox prior to framing or into prepared framing.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 7 IMPORT ANT! IF THE AIR GA TE IS INST ALLED UPSIDE DOWN (WITH THE NOTCH POSI- TIONED ON THE UPPER HALF) IT WILL NOT WORK PROPERL Y .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 8 Figure 16 Air Duct Air Inlet Clamps Note: Air Inlet Must Be Free Of Any Obstructions Install as follows: Connect the 4" (102 mm) Class 0 air duct provided, to the collar on the fi replace with the clamps provided in the kit’ s hardware package ( Figure 16) .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 9 FIREPLACE SPECIFICA TIONS - MODEL MP-36OD Figure 18 Notes Due to Lennox' ongoing commitment to quality , all specifi cations, ratings and dimensions are subject to change without notice. All framing dimensions calculated for 1/2" dry wall at the fi replace face.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 10 INST ALLING THE FIREPLACE Step 1. Slide the fi replace into prepared fram- ing or position fi replace in its fi nal position and frame later . The fi replace may not be recessed into a combustible fl oor .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 11 Note: Install the hearth extension only as il- lustrated (see Figures 21 & 22 ). The safety strips should extend from front of the fi replace at least 1 1/2" and should extend to be at least fl ush with the sides.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 12 3. Cut or frame a hole through the outside wall for the installation of the duct inlet hood. A 6-1/2" (165 mm) diameter hole is required. Feed the loose end of the fl exible duct through the hole cut for the inlet hood and attach to the collar on inlet hood using two (2) screws.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 13 CHIMNEY 30° OFFSET THROUGH FLOOR OR CEILING It may be necessary to assemble the chimney at 30° when passing through the fl oor or ceiling area. Use the F8FS30 fi restop spacer as shown in Figures 31 & 32 .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 14 Next, slide roof fl ashing over extended chimney section that previously has been installed above the roof opening in Step 4 . FTF8 fl ashings require fl ashing spacers. Slide fl ashing all the way down until the fl ashing base rests fl at on the roof ( Figure 38 ) .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 15 This suggestion is provided in the interest of better operation. If the terminations are located too close to each other , smoke may migrate from one fl ue into the other .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 16 The offset and return elbows may be attached together , or a section or sections of chimney may be used between, but do not exceed 20' in total length between elbows. If sections of pipe exceed 10' between elbows, a chimney stabilizer must be used at the midpoint ( Figure 45 ) .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 17 Figure 45 Stabilizer A 1 20' Max. B 1 10' Max. Offset Elbow Return Elbow A 1 C 1 B 1 B 2 C 2 A 2 A 1 C 1 B 1 B 2 C 2 A 2 Chimney Section Joints No.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 18 Offset Elevation Chart A B FTF8-ES30 Number of FTF8 Chimney Sections Offset Height Offset/Return FTF8-S4 (Inches) (Inches) Elbow Stabilizer 12&.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 19 Glass Doors If glass doors are to be installed on these fi replaces, refer to specifi c installation instruc- tions packed with the glass doors. Use only the doors that are listed for use with these fi replaces.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 20 COLD CLIMA TE INSULA TION If you live in a cold climate, it is especially important to seal all cracks around the fi replace opening with noncombustible material and wherever cold air could enter the room.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 21 Figure 53 A B D C C Hearth Extension Dimensions A 16" B 30" C8 " D 46" Wall Shield Required Where Less Than 12" A B C .
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 22 Calculating Minimum Thickness if Multiple Materials are Used At times it is important to know what combination of materials are acceptable for use as fl oor protection.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 23 Storm Collar 63L59 FSC Storm Collar (12 pack) 94L77 FSC-B-12 Air Gate Kit H1972 OAKG-OD Combination Offset/Return Elbow 63L28 FTF8-OR15 Firesto.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRA TIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE. 24 Printed in U.S.A. © 2005 by LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS P/N 850,030M REV . B 04/2006 The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifi cations, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products.
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