Monessen Hearth SBV400 User Manual

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Figure 16 - External Regulator with Vent Pointing 
Down (Propane/LP Only)
Use only new black iron or steel pipe. 
Internally  tinned  copper  or  copper 
tubing can be used per National Fuel 
Code,  section  2.6.3,  providing  gas 
meets  hydrogen  sulfide  limits,  and 
where permitted by local codes. Gas 
piping system must be sized to provide 
minimum inlet pressure (listed on data 
plate) at the maximum flow rate (BTU/
hr). Undue pressure loss will occur if 
the pipe is too small.
CAUTION
For propane/LP units, never connect 
fireplace  directly  to  the  propane/LP 
supply.  This  burner  system  requires 
an  external  regulator  (not  supplied). 
Install the external regulator between 
the  burner  system  and  propane/LP  
supply. 
CAUTION
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. See dealer 
where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace according to your gas type.
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION
A qualified installer or service person 
must connect appliance to gas supply. 
Follow all local codes. 
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INSTALLATION ITEMS NEEDED
Before installing, make sure you have the items listed below.
•  External regulator (supplied by installer)  •  Tee joint
•  Piping (check local codes) 
•  Pipe wrench
•  Sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas) 
•  Test gauge connection* 
•  Sediment trap (optional but recomended)
•  approved flexible gas line with gas connector (if allowed 
by local codes — not provided)
* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 
1
/
8
NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. 
Purchase the CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve 
from your dealer.
External 
Regulator 
100 gal. (min) 
Propane/LP 
Supply Tank 
Vent 
Pointing 
Down
When  using  copper  or  flex  connectors  use  only  fittings 
approved  for  gas  connections.  The  gas  control  inlet  is 
3
/
8
" NPT.
For propane/LP connections only, the installer must supply an external regulator. The external regulator will reduce incoming 
gas pressure. You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 13 inches of water. If you do not reduce incoming 
gas pressure, burner system regulator damage could occur. Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown 
in Figure 16. Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet. 
External regulators may be necessary 
for  natural  gas.  One-  or  two-pound 
systems  will  damage  this  appliance 
and may cause fire hazzard.
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