Astria MM39 User manual

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

INSTRUCTIONS

GRAND MERIDIAN

MASONRY FIREBOX

MODELS

MM33, MM39, MM44, MM49, MM63

ReportNo. 08-154

IF FIREPLACE IS TO BE INSTALLED DIRECTLY ON ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, A METAL BASE

IS REQUIRED.

SAVE THIS BOOK

This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance,

it also contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items

when needed. Keep it with your other important papers.

This replace is approved for use as a wood burning replace or for use with a vented gas log ap-

proved to ANS Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards. It has not been tested or approved for unvented gas logs.

This wood burning replace complies with UL127 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLIANCE.

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury

or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For

assistance or additional information consult a qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

P/N 125160-01 Rev. B 02/14/14

ICC Evaluation Services

Report No. 2401

P125160 01

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IMPORTANT: Check local codes before install-

ing this replace.

Before beginning the installation of the replace, read

these instructions through completely.

• This INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS, LLC

(IHP) replace and its components are safe when

installed according to this installation manual. Un-

less you use IHP components, which have been

designed and tested for the replace system, you

may cause a re hazard.

• The IHP warranty will be voided by and IHP dis-

claims any responsibility for the following actions.

a. Modication of the replace, components, doors,

air inlet system and damper control.

b. Use of any component part not manufactured

or approved by IHP in combination with an IHP

replace system.

Proper installation is the most important step in en-

suring safe and continuous operation of the replace.

Consult the local building codes as to the particular

requirements concerned with the installation of all

factory built replaces.

WARNING: Do not install a replace or other

products not specied for use with this replace.

Safety ......................................................................2

Specications ..........................................................4

Product Overview ....................................................6

Pre-Installation Preparation .....................................7

Venting Installation ................................................12

Optional Gas Line Installation................................17

Optional Electrical Connection Installation............17

Supporting Floor System .......................................18

Combustible Floor Installation................................20

This replace is not intended to be used as a

substitute for a furnace to heat an entire home.

Use for supplemental heat only.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use gasoline or any other am-

mable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should

be located out of trafc and away from furniture

and draperies.

• Do not place clothing or other ammable ma-

terials on or near the appliance.

• Never leave children unattended when a re is

burning in the replace.

WARNING: Use solid wood or processed

solid fuel re logs only. When processed wood

fuel re logs are used, do not poke or stir the

logs while they are burning. Use only re logs

that have been evaluated for the application in

replace and refer to re log warnings and cau-

tion markings on packaging prior to use.

WARNING: Always leave glass doors fully

opened or fully closed when operating re-

place.

WARNING: If replace is to be installed on

combustible material, a Metal Base must be used.

See Accessories on page 33.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY

Fireplace Installation..............................................22

Firebrick Installation...............................................29

Operation and Maintenance ..................................30

Technical Service...................................................32

Replacement Parts ................................................32

Accessories ...........................................................33

Parts ......................................................................36

Warranty .................................................. Back Page

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SAFETY

Continued

WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN

TESTED FOR USE WITH AN UNVENTED GAS

LOG SET. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS

LOG SET INTO FIREPLACE.

WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN

TESTED FOR USE WITH OPTIONAL GLASS

DOORS FROM CROWN-BRECKINRIDGE OR

MCKENZIE-PENDELTON ONLY.

GUIDELINES FOR USE:

All current and future users of IHP Fireplaces are

charged with the responsibility for full knowledge of

the information contained within this manual which

includes:

Strict requirements for assembly.

Detailed instructions for installation.

Cautionary guidelines for use.

On-going maintenance instructions.

It is the responsibility of the distributor, subcontractor

and/or the general contractor – whoever shoulders

the liability for installation of this product – to see that

it works in complete compliance with the guidelines

and instructions in this manual. Note that the general

contractor is the party accountable for seeing that

adequate clearances are provided for all rebox

surfaces per specications in this manual.

The Grand Meridian is Designed for Use Only

with:

- Solid Wood Logs

- Plumbed LPG or Natural Gas Log Lighter.

- Plumbed ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84 Decorative Gas

Log.

DO NOT USE OR STORE GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR GASES IN OR NEAR

THE FIREPLACE!

ATTENTION: A re or an explosion could occur

causing property damage, injury or loss of life if you

do not follow the information in this manual!

NOTE: THIS MANUAL MUST BE REPRODUCED

ONLY IN ITS ENTIRETY.

Before Beginning the Installation

Read these instructions carefully before beginning

the installation of this replace. Also, if installing an

ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84 Decorative Gas Log, read

the gas log appliance manufacturer’s literature

regarding sizing and suitability for the installation into

this enclosure prior to installation.

Statement of Intended Use:

The Grand Meridian Fireplace is a modular refractory

masonry unit designed for eld assembly. The rebox

is constructed using pre-cast, interlocking refractory

blocks. The blocks are then secured to each other

using Mortar. The system includes all parts necessary

for the assembly of a complete masonry replace.

In addition to the basic enclosure, a standard 1-1/8”

thick, high temperature refractory brick is required to

line the interior of the rebox and can be purchased

from the manufacturer.

These replaces are not intended to serve as

a primary heat source, rather, the replace was

expressly created as a supplemental source of heat.

The unit is designed for use with solid fuels such as

cord wood.

WARNING: Any application other than the

“Intended Use” as stated above is in violation

of the manufacturer’s instructions and is hereby

prohibited. Such violation may cause immediate

hazard, property damage or loss of life and will

void all liabilities to the manufacturer and will

void all warranties explicit or implied.

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45 ⅝"

32 ⅞"

2X Ø 12"

22 ¼"

11"

SECTION A-A

62 ⅞"

23 ⅛"

28"

53 ¼"

66 ⅞"

21"

72 ⅞"

7 ⅜"

4 ½"

40 ¾"

4 ⅛"

OUTSIDE

COMBUSTION AIR

ACCESS HOLE

23 ½"

Figure 2: MM63 Fireplace Overall Dimensions

33"

22"

54 ⅝"

24 ½"

A A

SECTION A-A

30 ½"

4 ½"

Ø4" OUTSIDE AIR ACCESS

CAN BE INSTALLED

ON THE LEFT SIDE ALSO

28 1/8"

Ø 12"

10"

18 ½"

37"

23"

23 ¼"

21"

28"

Figure 1: MM33 Fireplace Overall Dimensions

SPECIFICATIONS

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Fireplace Overall Dimensions

Model A B C D E F

MM39 43″ 39″ 29¼″ 27¾″ 38¾″ Ø12″

MM44 48″ 44″ 34¼″ 32¾″ 43¾″ Ø12″

MM49 53″ 49″ 39¼” 37¾″ 48¾″ Ø12″

40 ⅝"

4 ⅜"

7 ⅜"

A/2

11"

28"

21"

23"

10"

4 ¼"

SECTION H-H

32 ⅞"

Ø F

63 ½"

Figure 3: MM39/44/49 Fireplace Overall Dimensions

SPECIFICATIONS

Continued

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Figure 4: Typical Installations

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase. We appreciate

your business!

Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this

manual. Pay special attention to all warnings and

safety information.

Following these safety, care, and operation instruc-

tions will help ensure many years of dependable and

enjoyable service from your replace.

To help us keep you up-to-date on product informa-

tion and offers, please take a few moments to register

your product online at www.Astria.US.com (Owner

Resources/Product Registration).

Please read and understand these instructions

before installing or operating.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The Grand Meridian Fireplaces are designed as

factory-built blocks to be assembled on-site. These

replaces may be installed on either combustible or

non-combustible oors. In order for the replace to

be installed on a combustible oor though, it is nec-

essary that the replace be supported on a platform

or sub-oor that is non-combustible.

The Four Components of the Grand Meridian

Fireplace:

• Combustible or Non-Combustible Floor

• Non-Combustible Raised Platform

• Firebox and Smoke Dome

• IHP chimney system required.

IMPORTANT: Follow the chimney pipe

manufacturer’s instructions on the installation of

their specic ue system.

Careful step-by-step instructions for each phase of

the installation procedure will be given for the Grand

Meridian conventional radiant heat replaces.

Those instructions generally fall into the following

categories:

• Spacing and clearance as it relates to combustible

materials.

• Familiarity of installation for all components.

• The strength of the oor on which it rests.

• Chimney system measurements.

• Choice of materials and craftsmanship in replace

and hearth nishing.

Internal

Wall

Installation Corner

Installation

Flush

Installation

Full

Projection

Installation

Note that each of these topics will be covered in de-

tail and that the installer is expected to understand

each phase completely before going on to subse-

quent instructions.

ATTENTION: Be advised that all the illustrations in

this manual are for general reference only. Do not

scale drawings. Actual design elements will vary

from case to case. Pay attention to specied mini-

mum clearances to combustibles.

Testing and listing for these Grand Meridian Fireplac-

es has been undertaken by the PFS Corporation.

ATTENTION: You may need a residential building

permit to install a Grand Meridian Fireplace. Consult

local jurisdictions before you get started!

If asked, advise the local authorities that the

IHP Fireplace is designed for installation per the

National Fire Protection Association Standard

f o r C h i m n e y s , F i r e p l a c e s , V e n t s a n d S o l i d

Fuel-Burning Appliances (NFPA211).

When choosing the location of your IHP Fireplace,

keep in mind you must maintain 2" minimum clearance

from left, right and rear of Fireplace to surrounding

structure. Also, when choosing a location, consider

outside air requirements to determine if it will be on

the left or right side of the Fireplace. In the case of

an island installation, outside air accessibility may be

obtained through sub ooring, see Optional Outside

Air Kit on page 12.

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PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

WARNING: Do not pack required air spaces

with insulation or other materials.

Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height for

Residential Installation

Minimum height of chimney, measured from base of

replace to ue gas outlet of termination, is 14 feet

for straight ue or 17 feet for a ue with one elbow

set. Maximum distance between elbows is 6 feet. For

systems with two elbow sets, minimum height is 22

feet. Maximum height of any system is 40 feet. This

measurement includes replace, chimney sections

and height of termination assembly at level of the

ue gas outlet (see Figure 20, page 16).

FRAMING

1. Frame opening for replace using dimensions shown

in Figures 6 and 7.

2. If replace is to be installed directly on carpeting,

tile (other than ceramic) or any combustible material

other than wood ooring, replace must be installed

upon a metal extending full width and depth of re-

place.

3. Set replace directly in front of this opening and

slide unit back until nailing anges touch side fram-

ing.

4. Check level of the replace and shim with sheet

metal if necessary.

5. Before securing replace to prepared framing,

ember protector (provided) must be placed between

hearth extension (not supplied) and under bottom

front edge of replace to protect against glowing em-

bers falling through. If replace is to be installed on

a raised platform, a Z-type ember protector (not sup-

plied) must be fabricated to t your required platform

height. Ember protector should extend under replace

a minimum of 1 1/2". Ember protector should be made

of galvanized sheet metal (26 gauge minimum to pre-

vent corrosion.

6. Using screws or nails, secure replace to framing

through anges located on sides of replace.

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efcient location

for the replace, you must take into consideration the

following guidelines:

1. The location must allow for proper clearances

(see Figures 6 and 7).

2. Consider a location where replace will not be af-

fected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or

doors.

3. A location that avoids cutting of joists or roof raf-

ters will make installation easier.

4. An outside air kit is available with this replace

(see Optional Outside Air Kit on page 12).

MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES

The distance to be maintained from the surfaces

of the replace to combustibles must be observed.

Below is a list of the most common combustible

materials to name a few:

Drywall Wood Flooring Plywood

Sub-Flooring Wood Framing Mill Board

Particle Board Plywood Paneling

Maintain the following clearances:

Unit sides, rear, Dome sides, rear & top..........2" min.

Combustible Floors (MM33,39,44,49)..............6" min.

Combustible Floors (MM63 only).....................8" min.

Combustible Sheathing above opening top..18" min.

Sheathing or trim to opening sides...................8" min.

Mantel above Opening..........................see Figure 5

Opening to sidewall...............................................24"

Hearth extension beyond front.............................20"

Hearth extension beyond sides............................12"

Insulation from rebox............................................2"

Figure 5: Mantel Clearances to Combustible

Material

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WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only

parts specically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

18" MIN*

½"

MIN**

2" MIN. CLEARANCE TO

COMBUSTIBLES AROUND

SIDES, REAR AND TOP OF

FIREPLACE DOME

*IF WOOD FRAMING IS UTILIZED IT

MUST BE HELD 18" MIN. FROM TOP

OF LINTEL AND 2" MIN.CLEARANCE

MUST BE MAINTAINED ALL AROUND

FIREPLACE DOME.

**IF METAL FRAMING IS USED MAINTAIN

A ½ INCH MIN. AIR SPACE FROM TOP

OF LINTEL.

Model W

MM33 41”

MM39 47”

MM44 52”

MM49 57”

MM63 71”

MAINTAIN THE 2" CLEARANCE TO

COMBUSTIBLES ABOVE THE DOME. DO

NOT ATTACH COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS

ON TOP OF THE DOME.

Figure 7: Framing Dimensions for Non-Combustible Floor Systems

* MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.

** MEASURED FROM FLOOR TO TOP OF FIREBRICK LINER.

18" MIN*

MAINTAIN THE 2" CLEARANCE

TO COMBUSTIBLES ABOVE

THE DOME. DO NOT ATTACH

COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS

ON TOP OF THE DOME.

H**

8" MIN*

Condition Dim. H**

with 6" platform 10"

with 8" platform 12"

without platform 3"

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

FACING (NOT SUPPLIED).

Figure 6: Framing Dimensions for Combustible Floor Systems

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Continued

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1’-8”

MIN

2” MIN

8”

MIN

1’-0”

MIN

8”

MIN

1’-0”

MIN

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

FACING MATERIAL

HEARTH EXTENSION *

* Not provided as part of fireplace

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

* Not provided as part of replace

or sold by IHP.

Model A

MM33 70 ½"

MM39 82 ½"

MM44 84 ¼"

MM49 86"

MM63 91"

Figure 8: Corner Installation for Combustible Floor Systems

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Continued

Figure 9: Top View for Combustible Floor Systems

1’-8”

MIN

8”

MIN

1’-0”

MIN

8”

MIN

1’-0”

MIN

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

FACING MATERIAL

HEARTH EXTENSION

2” MIN. FROM

REAR AND

SIDES TO

COMBUSTIBLES

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ATTENTION: You will note that there will be a gap

between the replace front and the extension of the

non-combustible hearth material. Be certain that

you seal this with non-combustible material.

These Grand Meridian Fireplaces have been

designed with clearance to combustible oors as

indicated in Page 8. Cover any part of the combustible

oor system left exposed with 1” (one inch) thick

ceramic ber insulation rated up to 2,100° F.

ATTENTION: It is critical to abide by the clearances

listed in this manual for all components specied as

it allows for movement of hot air from the fireplace

into interior areas of the chimney chase. Also, be cer-

tain that the chimney system be installed as stated

below. Prior to starting the installation, check with

local, regional or state codes for any restrictions or

required permits regarding your replace installation.

NOTE: It is required that ember protector strips must

be laid on the ber of the non-combustible raised plat-

form (see Figure 10). These are included with the

Metal Base accessory.

WARNING: Hearth extension is to be installed

only as shown in Figure 10.

Seal Gap

Fireplace Front

Raised Hearth

Fireplace Front

Elevated

Ember Protector

Seal Gap

Ember Protector

MANTEL AND MANTEL SHELF CLEARANCES

As with any radiant heat replace, the Grand Merid-

ian replaces must comply with building code safety

clearances, per units that have openings of 6 sq. ft.

or greater. For Mantel clearances see Figure 5, page

7. Walls that Adjoin – Safety codes and all practical

outlooks insist that your replace cannot be installed

closer than 2 ft. to any walls in the room the replace

is housed in or to any walls of adjoining rooms.

Caution in Regards to Combustibles – If any part of

the replace or objects in the room (curtains, rugs,

paint, cushions, etc.) start to show warping or dis-

coloration due to heat from the replace, it is time to

take immediate action. Do not use the replace until

you have gured out how to address the problem.

You are facing a potential re hazard. IHP cannot be

responsible for the make-up of material on the exte-

rior of the replace you have chosen, nor can IHP be

held responsible for the materials in a room that may

be responding negatively to heat. However, in almost

all cases, there is a solution to the problem, either by

making adjustments to airow or the modications to

the room itself.

HEARTH EXTENSION

Where the ooring material at the opening of the

replace is combustible, it is required that the

hearth extension be covered with a non-combustible

material. All hearth extensions must be made of

code-rated, non-combustible materials such as tile,

brick, marble, concrete or stone. The extension

should be set ush against the front of the replace

front and measure 20" minimum at the front and 12"

minimum beyond the sides of the replace opening

as shown in Figures 8 and 9 (page 9). These relative

dimensions are also covered by code.

If a raised hearth extension is being installed, it must

be constructed of non-combustible material and

any material under the structure must also be non-

combustible.

If using a raised hearth or metal base plate, note that

a combustible wood header must be no closer than

2" to the top of the dome (see Figure 6, page 8).

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Continued

Figure 10 - Hearth Extension

Hearth

Extension

Hearth

Extension

Hearth

Extension

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