Model numbers: mqrb5143, mqrb6961 stock numbers: mqrb5143n, mqrb5143ne, mqrb5143lp, mqrb5143lpe mqrb6961n, mqrb6961ne, mqrb6961lp, mqrb6961lpe certified to: ansi z21.50b-2009, csa 2.22b-2009, cga 2.17-m91 “zero clearance” direct vent gas fireplace read this complete manual before beginning installat...
2 table of contents table of contents ................................................................................................................................................................................... 2 pre-installation questions and answers.............................................
3 using side fillers ............................................................................................................................................................................. 34 using other non-combustible materials as side fillers (brick, tile, marble, etc.)........................
4 millivolt valve & light module........................................................................................................................................................... 60 millivolt valve.................................................................................................
5 pre-installation questions and answers why does my fireplace or stove give off odour? It is normal for your fireplace to give off some odour. This is due to the curing of paint, adhesives, silicones and any undetected oil from the manufacturing process as well as the finishing materials used with ...
6 mobile home/manufactured housing installation this direct vent system appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions and the manufactured home construction and safety standard title 24 cfr, part 3280, or the current standard for fire safety criteria for...
7 warnings, installations and operations installation regulations this gas appliance must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with local building codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the current can/cga-b149.1 or .2 installation code (in canada) or the current national fuel ...
8 • gas fired appliances may be used only for supplemental heat and/or decorative purposes and under no circumstances shall they provide a primary heat source. • this appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance. Note: it is recommended that a car...
9 mqrb5143: framing your gas fireplace this section is intended for qualified installers only. Before beginning, make note of where the gas and electrical accesses are located on the unit. This will streamline the construction process. Furthermore, familiarize yourself with the venting and clearance...
10 mqrb5143 locating your appliance all units are factory set for a left hand burner system. Right hand burner system requires valve to be relocated to right side of unit. Mqrb5143 fireplace dimensions.
11 mqrb5143 / mqrb6961 nailing tab guide the nailing tabs on the mqrb5143 or mqrb6961 can be used in two ways: 1/2” drywall flush with face of fireplace –fireplace and combustible wall to be covered with non-combustible materials (e.G. Tile around fireplace). Note: if using optional surround, maximu...
12 mqrb5143 -see thru framing an mqrb5143sk kit is required for a see thru installation. Before you begin framing- determine for both sides whether the wall surface will be flush with the face of the fireplace (fireplace and wall to be covered with non-combustibles, such as tile), or the framing wil...
13 wall surface flush with face of fireplace framing flush with face of fireplace note: if using optional surround, maximum thickness for non-combustible material is 3/4”. *see the “nailing tab guide” and “mqrb5143sk / mqrb6961sk” pages before placing unit into the framed opening.* [steel stud frami...
14 mqrb5143 single sided framing an mqrb5143bk kit is required for a single sided installation. Before you begin framing- determine whether the wall surface will be flush with the face of the fireplace (fireplace and wall to be covered with non-combustibles, such as tile), or the framing will be flu...
15 wall surface flush with face of fireplace framing flush with face of fireplace note: if using optional surround, maximum thickness for non-combustible material is 3/4”. See the “nailing tab guide” and “mqrb5143bk / mqrb6961bk” pages before placing unit into the framed opening. [steel stud framing...
16 mqrb5143 combustible enclosure heights cold climate recommendation when installing this fireplace against an exterior wall or chase, it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes. Drywall must be installed over vapor barrier and insulation material ...
17 surround dimensions mqrb5143 • the surround frames are 1” thick, with a 3/4” space behind the frame. • when using surrounds, maximum thickness for non-combustible facing materials is 3/4”. • the fireplace may be covered up to within 1/2” of the fireplace opening with non-combustible materials. Su...
18 mqrb5143 facing material requirements these specifications are the same for all models (5143n, 5143ne, 5143lp, 5143lpe). Note: if using optional surround, see surround clearances section. Steel stud framing shown. [steel stud framing shown.] note: do not drive excessively long screws into the fac...
19 mqrb5143 mantel clearances before installing any mantels it is important to determine the combustibility of its material(s). There are two types of mantels to consider: combustible and non- combustible. A combustible mantel is one that consists of material(s) that may discolor, combust, or lose i...
20 mqrb6961: framing your gas fireplace this section is intended for qualified installers only. Before beginning, make note of where the gas and electrical accesses are located on the unit. This will streamline the construction process. Furthermore, familiarize yourself with the venting and clearanc...
21 mqrb6961 locating your appliance all units are factory set for a left hand burner system. Right hand burner system requires valve to be relocated to right side of unit. Mqrb6961 fireplace dimensions.
22 mqrb5143 / mqrb6961 nailing tab guide the nailing tabs on the mqrb5143 or mqrb6961 can be used in two ways: 1/2” drywall flush with face of fireplace –fireplace and combustible wall to be covered with non-combustible materials (e.G. Tile around fireplace). Note: if using optional surround, maximu...
23 mqrb6961 see thru framing mqrb6961sk kit is required for a see thru installation. Before you begin framing- determine whether the wall surface will be flush with the face of the fireplace (fireplace and wall to be covered with non-combustibles, such as tile), or the framing will be flush with the...
24 wall surface flush with face of fireplace framing flush with face of fireplace note: if using optional surround, maximum thickness for non-combustible material is 3/4”. See the “nailing tab guide” and “mqrb5143sk / mqrb6961sk” pages before placing unit into the framed opening. [steel stud framing...
25 mqrb6961 single sided framing an mqrb6961bk kit is required for a single sided installation. Before you begin framing- determine whether the wall surface will be flush with the face of the fireplace (fireplace and wall to be covered with non-combustibles, such as tile), or the framing will be flu...
26 wall surface flush with face of fireplace framing flush with face of fireplace note: if using optional surround, maximum thickness for non-combustible material is 3/4”. *see the “nailing tab guide” and “mqrb5143bk / mqrb6961bk” pages before placing unit into the framed opening.* [steel stud frami...
27 mqrb6961 combustible enclosure heights cold climate recommendation when installing this fireplace against an exterior wall or chase, it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes. Drywall must be installed over vapor barrier and insulation material ...
28 surround dimensions mqrb6961 • the surround frames are 1” thick, with a 3/4” space behind the frame. • when using surrounds, maximum thickness for non-combustible facing materials is 3/4”. • the fireplace may be covered up to within 1/2” of the fireplace opening with non-combustible materials. Su...
29 mqrb6961 facing material requirements these specifications are the same for all models (6961n, 6961ne, 6961lp, 6961lpe). Note: if using optional surround, mqrb6961 see surround clearances section. Steel stud framing shown. [steel stud framing shown.] note: do not drive excessively long screws int...
30 mqrb6961 mantel clearances before installing any mantels it is important to determine the combustibility of its material(s). There are two types of mantels to consider: combustible and non- combustible. A combustible mantel is one that consists of material(s) that may discolor, combust, or lose i...
31 mqrb5143bk / mqrb6961bk back shield kit –single view *this kit must be opened before unit is installed into framing (see “single sided framing” pages of this manual). Contents of kit: • firebox cover • heat shield assembly • back liner • false bottom • small tube millpac • (qty)45- dt screws heat...
32 back liner, false bottom, and end panel installation: 1. Remove liner clips from the inside of the firebox. 2. Place the back liner into the firebox with bends facing the rear firebox cover. 3. Next install the false bottom with larger dimension to front glass opening (see right), and secure it u...
33 mqrb5143sk / mqrb6961sk (see thru kit) installation this basic kit is required for see thru installations. Note: to cover the side fillers with non-combustible materials, they must be installed before facing materials are applied. Components: [2ea.] side fillers valve access cover glass door c/w ...
34 mqrb5143 & mqrb6961 finishing options using side fillers the side fillers are located at each side of the door. They are provided to give a continuous surface up to the opening of the fireplace door. Using other non-combustible materials as side fillers (brick, tile, marble, etc.) non-combustible...
35 mqrb5143 / mqrb6961 surround installation the surround kits for the mqrb5143 are available in 3 different finishes: mqrb5143 mqrb6961 small [1-1/2”] large [4”] small [1-1/2”] large [4”] surround kits: mqrb5019sbl mqrb5019sss mqrb5019spw mqrb5624sbl mqrb5624sss mqrb5624spw mqrb6919sbl mqrb6919sss ...
36 optional additional screws: stainless steel surrounds two additional screws may be added to mqrb5019ss and mqrb5624ss to counteract heat distortion. Directions: 1. Install surround normally as per instructions. 2. Drill a pilot hole through the unused slot in each corner of the inner top of the s...
37 optional glass ember installation if you wish to use this media evenly spread the glass embers onto the false bottom and burner. Ensure the glass embers do not excessively overlap as this will affect the flame pattern. Use care when placing glass embers near the pilot area so as not block or have...
38 optional driftwood & rock installation the following driftwood and decorative rock kits are available for the infinite series. Model part number description mqrb5143 mqrbd1 drift wood (x4) and rocks (x4) mqrb6961 mqrbd2 driftwood and rocks mqrb5143 or mqrb6961 mqrock2 30pc rock set- contemporary ...
39 door and glass information glass cleaning it will be necessary to clean the glass periodically. During startup, condensation, which is normal, forms on the inside of the glass, and causes dust, lint etc. To cling to the glass surface. Also, initial paint curing can deposit a slight film on the gl...
40 valve access cover removal remove valve access cover in order to access igniter and valve controls. To remove valve access cover, simply insert fingers into holes in access panel and lift out. When replacing access panel, engage tabs into slots in bracket. Mqrb5143 / mqrb6961 removable lower face...
