Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Lo-Rider LCUF32-F Monessen Hearth
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For use with a listed gas-fired unvented decorative room heater not to exceed 40,000 BTU/hr . Do not build a wood fi re. READ AND SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS W ARNINGS If the information in this manual is not followed exactly , a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
2 26D4721 CONTENTS Important Safety Information ................................. 3 Product Features ......................................................5 Before Y ou Start .....................................................5 General Installation Information .
26D4721 3 9. The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.l/NFPA54. 10. This unit complies with ANSI Z21.91 ventless firebox enclosures for gas-fired unvented decorative room heaters.
4 26D4721 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION Continued from page 3 16. Keep room area clear and free from combustible materi- als, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. 17. Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater. They are not intended to be a primary heating appli- ance.
26D4721 5 The LCUF32-F and LCUF36C-R are vent-free fireboxes. They feature a self contained heat-circulating system. This instal- lation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your vent-free firebox system. Do not alter or modify the firebox or its components under any circumstances.
6 26D4721 In planning the installation for the appliance it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optio nal accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned. The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation.
26D4721 7 MINIMUM HEARTH DIMENSIONS GENERAL INST ALLA TION INFORMA TION AND LOCA TION OF FIREBOX Figure 2 - Minimum Hearth Dimensions LOCA TION OF FIREBOX Carefully select the best location for installation of your vent-free firebox. The following factors should be taken into consideration: • Clearance to side wall, ceiling, woodwork and windows.
8 26D4721 6" Minimum 42" Minimum 6" Minimum Ensure that minimum clearances shown in Figures 4 through 7 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the firebox. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation.
26D4721 9 12" 10" 8" 6" 2 1 / 2 " 12" 16" 19" 21" 23" Combustible material can contact top of fi replace.
10 26D4721 FIREBOX FRAMING H G D F E A C B A 1 / 2 "o r 5 / 8 " C A G C G A Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance is set in place. Construct fi rebox framing following Figur es 9 thr ough 12 and the chart below for your speci fi c installation requirements.
26D4721 11 K J FIREBOX FRAMING 1. Bend out the nailing flanges located on each side of the firebox. 2. Slide the firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later. 3. Level the firebox by checking the top edge of the firebox.
12 26D4721 GAS LINE INST ALLA TION Consult all local codes. All gas piping must be installed to comply with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. The 1 / 2 " gas line may enter either from the left side or right side of the firebox.
26D4721 13 CANOPY INST ALLA TION INST ALLING CANOPY A canopy is furnished with each firebox and MUST be installed for safe operation. See Figure 15. 1. Remove the three (3) screws from the top front frame assembly. Also remove the two (2) screws on the side frames.
14 26D4721 4 2 1 3 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ILLUSTRA TED P ARTS LIST OPTIONAL WIDE CANOPY The optional wide canopy can be installed. See installation instructions provided with kit.
26D4721 15 USING OPTIONAL AK-4 OUTSIDE AIR KIT 8'max. COMBUSTION AIR 1. Locate combustion air assembly at an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any manner . Locate assembly a minimum of 12" above the snow line to prevent blockage by snow accumulation.
16 26D4721 USING OPTIONAL AK-4 OUTSIDE AIR KIT The use of outside air for combustion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one side of the fi replace. Use the model AK4 combustion air kit.
26D4721 17 MODEL AK-4 COMBUSTION AIR ASSEMBL Y (CONTINUED) 7. If the duct is the insulated type, push the insulation back from one end of the duct approximately 2". See Figur e 23. 8. Slip the exposed end of the duct over the starting collar on the fi replace .
MA Y 2008 P/N 26D4721 • Rev . 10 MONESSEN HEARTH SYSTEMS LIMITED LIFETIME W ARRANTY POLICY The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject of proof of purchase: Firebox, Combustion Chamber, Heat Exchanger, Grate, and Stainless Steel Burners.
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