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Majestic 400BWBA Installation and operating istructions

Manual is about: 36" and 42" WOOD BURNING FIREPLACES

Summary of 400BWBA

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    36" and 42" wood burning fireplaces installation and operating instructions glass doors, fan assembly, and outside combustion air kit available read before installing. Save these instructions only unvented gas log sets which have been found to comply with the standard for unvented room heaters ansi ...

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    61d0008 contents listing and code approval .............................................. 2 important safety information .......................................... 3 operation guidelines ....................................................... 4 how your fireplace should be used ........................

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    61d0008 3 installer please leave these instructions with the owner. Owner please retain these instructions for future reference. Important safety information this fireplace is not designed for installation in manufactured homes without a vented attic space. Fireplace may be installed in manufactured...

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    4 61d0008 operation guidelines how your fireplace should be used this fireplace is intended for supplemental heating only and is not intended for use as a primary heating system. This fireplace is designed to sit directly on a combustible floor. The fireplace must be installed with clearances to com...

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    61d0008 5 operational guidelines chimneys all fireplace chimneys are in direct contact with cold air on the exterior of the structure. Consequently, when the fireplace is not in use, cold air can fall down the chimney of the fire- place to cool off the fireplace chase. Therefore, the fireplace chase...

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    6 61d0008 product features • this fireplace is designed to burn solid wood fuel (wood), ul-classified processed solid fuel fire logs, or a certified decorative gas appliance may be installed in the fireplace as described later by this instruction manual. • the appliance must be properly connected to...

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    61d0008 7 do not install fireplace over carpeting. Caution fireplace location plan for the installation of your fireplace. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.E. Blower,...

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    8 61d0008 a 7 1 / 2 " 6 1 / 2 " 6 1 / 2 " 34 3 / 8 " 1 / 2 " or 5 / 8 " drywall spacers 21 " 10 " 13 1 / 2 " 21 1 / 2 " 2 5 / 8 " 17 1 / 4 " 7 " 9 7 / 8 " gas 9 5 / 8 " air kit 1 / 2 " or 5 / 8 " drywall spacers 13 3 / 4 " electrical 21 3 / 4 " framing dimension 40 3 / 4 " framing dimension c framin...

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    61d0008 9 installation preparation locating chimney • survey the planned location for the fireplace for overhead plumbing or electrical wires, etc. This could make installation harder. It could also be a hazard for persons installing or cleaning the chimney. • do not install where the chimney cap wi...

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    10 61d0008 scl telescoping chimney cap flat chase flashing r3672 (36"x72") or r4884 (48"x84") chimney sections “s” series insulate outside walls of chase solid continuos surface insulation (thermal barrier) outside base solid surface 8'0" level joist insulate same as ceiling see warning below sf fir...

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    61d0008 11 8" min. 6" min. Brick or stone from top of platform brick or stone hearth extension 52" (400 models) 66" (500 models) 16" min. (400 unit) 20" min. (500 unit) 8" min. 6" min. Brick or stone from top of platform brick or stone hearth extension 52" (400 models) 66" (500 models) 16" min. (400...

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    1 61d0008 52" (400 models) 66" (500 models) safety strip 3"x36" min. (400 unit) 3"x42" min. (500 unit) 16" min. (400 unit) 20" min. (500 unit) 21" 21 1 / 2 " 40 1 / 2 " 40 1 / 8 " (400 unit) 46 1 / 8 " (500 unit) 16"min. - 400 unit 20" min. - 500 unit 8 " 8 " installing fireplace on combustible floo...

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    61d0008 13 13 1 / 4 " min 67" minimum (400 units) 73” minimum (500 units) 47 1 / 2 " minimum (400 units) 51 3 / 4 " minimum (500 units) 13 1 / 4 " min 21 3 / 4 "min 13"min fireplace installation unpacking fireplace unpack and check the fireplace and chimney for damage. If any items are been damaged ...

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    14 61d0008 20' min. Height (4-30 elbows) 86' max. Height (chimney support every 30') storm collar bottom of fireplace warm air outlet — do not block galvanized metal strip glass door accessory cool air inlet — do not block nail to framing members round chimney cap model sc flue outlet height roof fl...

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    61d0008 15 a a 3' min. Flue outlet height flue outlet height flue outlet height 3' min. 2' min. When dim. “a” is 10' or less 2' min. When dim. “a” is 10' or less a installing chimney safety information you must properly install the chimney to assure safe and satisfactory performance of the fireplace...

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    16 61d0008 sc chimney cap storm collar flashing (612 or 1212) 13' min. Flue outlet height attic space see table 1 for roof opening size sf firestop spacer (2" air space clearance to combustibles) 15" square opening in joist 2" min. Clearance to combustibles 3' min. And 2' above any point within 10' ...

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    61d0008 17 chimney installation locating center line you will need to lay out, cut and frame openings through all ceilings and the roof at the point where the chimney will pass through. Place fireplace in planned position for installation. Unless the chimney is to be offset, the point where the cent...

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    18 61d0008 25 9 / 16 " s12 9 13 / 16 " 30 3 / 4 " s18 12 3 / 16 " 46 3 / 8 " s36 s48 s36 s36 s36 s18 21 13 / 16 " 56 3 / 4 " 27 13 / 16 " 30 5 / 16 " 61 1 / 16 " 39 5 / 16 " 76 11 / 16 " chiimney installation note: dimensions may vary slightly due to manufacturing tolerances. Figure 19 - chimney sec...

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    61d0008 19 installing chimney supports note: for a total fireplace installation of more that 30' feet, you must use chimney support model scs at or below 30' to support the weight of additional chimney pipe. To install the chimney support, place the crimped end of the flue and outlet air duct portio...

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    20 61d0008 rise 6' (maximum offset) elbow installation (continued) 3. The number of elbows per chimney allowed are as follows: if the total height of the fireplace and chimney is 13' 6" or more, two (2) elbows may be used. If the total height of the fireplace and chimney is 20' or more, four (4) elb...

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    61d0008 1 chiimney installation offset installation sequence determine the location and amount of offset required. Select the combinations of chimney sections and elbows required from the chimney height and offset charts. Continued height (inches ) intermediate sections 12" 18" 36" 48" 35 39 47 0 0 ...

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    61d0008 7 9 / 16 " 7 1 / 4 " 22 1 / 16 " 15" 30° a a 3' min. Flue outlet height flue outlet height flue outlet height 3' min. 2' min. When dim. “a” is 10' or less 2' min. When dim. “a” is 10' or less a chiimney installation offset installation sequence (continued) 1. Install the first se30 elbow by ...

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    61d0008 3 18 1 / 2 " 36" note: scl chimney cap is the same as sc chimney cap except that the scl cap is a longer telescoping pipe used in special installations (i.E. Chase installations) chiimney installation 1. Extend the regular chimney sections until the top of the chimney is 4" below the total f...

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    4 61d0008 3"min. Overlap 10"max. Space between chimney section and chase cover chiimney installation chimney cap chase installation the preinstalled chimney sections must be no more than 10" below the top of the chase. Plan the installation so that either a 2' or 3' chimney section will be used for ...

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    61d0008 5 8'max. Outside combustion air precautions and recommendations combustion air 1. Locate combustion air assembly at an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any manner. Locate assembly above the snow line to prevent blockage by snow accumulation. 2. Never mount ...

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    6 61d0008 outside combustion air precautions and recommendations combustion air (continued) figure 31 - 45° corner installation on slab floor figure 30 - installation above basement or crawl space do not take combustion air from attic space or garage. Caution one wall, inside room inside wall outsid...

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    61d0008 7 outside combustion air precautions and recommendations 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 fireplace. Use the model ak4 combustion air kit. Model ak-4 combustion air as...

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    8 61d0008 outside combustion air precautions and recommendations model ak-4 combustion air assembly (continued) 7. If the duct is the insulated type, push the insulation back from one end of the duct approximately 2". See figure 35. 8. Slip the exposed end of the duct over the starting collar on the...

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    61d0008 9 gas appliance installation 2. An approved gas shut off valve must be located outside the fireplace in an area accessible to the users of the fireplace. 3. All gas piping and fitting must be either steel or malleable iron. Unions must be of the ground joint type. 4. Some code authorities pr...

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    30 61d0008 figure 37 - hole in side brick liner back brick liner side brick liner hole passing gas line through fireplace wall 1. Locate recessed area in side brick side liner. 2. Lightly tap recessed area with a hammer until a round hole is tapped out. See figure 37 . 3. Remove the two (2) screws t...

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    61d0008 31 8 " 47 " 54 " 1 1 / 2 " max. 12 " 12 " max. 42 1 / 2 " trim and mantel installation for gas appliances mantel trim installation (unvented gas appliances only) the fireplace face may be left exposed or trimmed. If trim is installed, fasten it securely to face of fireplace. Trim materials m...

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    3 61d0008 12"max. A b trim and mantel installation for wood burning fireplaces • the fireplace face may be left exposed or trimmed. If trim is installed, fasten it securely to face of fireplace. Seal any cracks between trim material and face of fireplace. Cracks can cause a fire and prevent fireplac...

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    61d0008 33 m1 m2 fan assemblies cord set 120v, 50ha ground to fuse or circuit breaker switch (spst) glass door installation the model 400bwbca, 400bwbcia, 500bwbca, and 500bwbcia fireplaces may be equipped with a model fa2a fan accessory. If the fireplace is to be equipped with the fa2a fan at anyti...

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    34 61d0008 fireplace operation advantages of a wood burning fireplace these are practical and ecological advantages of using wood as a fuel. Also to be considered is the aesthetic appeal. Most of us consider a wood fire with nostalgia. We enjoy the aroma and find the flickering light of a cozy heart...

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    61d0008 35 fireplace operation wood vs. Fossil fuels compared to fossil fuels, a full cord of dry hickory weighs about two tons and is approximately equal in heating value to a ton of hard coal. On a per pound basis, heavy hardwoods have about half the heating value of coal. The table below shows th...

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    36 61d0008 maintenance fuel storage wood can be dried sufficiently for burning within a few weeks if protected form rain in a low humidity area. It is better to cut wood and allow it to dry for a year. In all cases, the wood should be stacked so that both ends of the sticks are exposed to the air an...

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    61d0008 37 maintenance and safety checklist of do’s and don’ts do’s 1. Do check with local building officials to be sure the instal- lation of the fireplace complies with all building codes and requirements. Obtain required building permits. Do plan your installation with safety as you primary consi...

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    38 61d0008 maintenance and safety don’ts 1. Don’t allow other installations or operation considerations to take priority over safety considerations. 2. Don’t attempt to use the fireplace until the installation is complete. 3. Don’t use unlisted parts and accessories with the fireplace except for spe...

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    61d0008 39 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 replacement parts failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. W arning replacement parts are available through your retailer...

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    40 61d0008 item part no. Description 1 gd36pba optional 36" polished brass bifold glass door kit; polished brass finish frame; tempered clear glass 1 gd36ba optional 36" black bifold glass door kit. Black finish frame; tempered clear glass 1 gd36ssa optional 36" stainless bifold glass door kit; stai...

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    61d0008 41 replacement parts are available through your retailer replacement parts item description scl round chimney cap with telescoping pipe and storm collar. (for chase installation) sq8 square termination chimney cap (18 1 / " x 18 1 / ") for chase installation (use with vfk flashing kit) sf30 ...

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    4 61d0008 attention appliance installer please return these operating and installation instructions to the consumer!.

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    61d0008 43 limited warranty factory-built fireplace and components (except blowers) what is covered and for how long • five-year coverage: for five years from the date this fireplace and components are first purchased for use, mhsc will, at its option, repair or replace any defective part of this fi...

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    August 2008 61d0008 • rev. 3 mhsc 149 cleveland drive • paris, kentucky 40361 www.Mhsc.Com.