Monessen Hearth mhsc eyf18 User Manual

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PLACEMENT IN A FIREPLACE WITH A RESTRICTIVE BARRIER 
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THIS GAS LOG SET
The following are guidelines for placing a gas log set in a fireplace that has a restrictive barrier along the bottom front open-
ing of the fireplace. Some examples of barriers are glass/screen door frames and sunken/recessed fireplaces.
Glass door frames 
with adjustable 
louvers should have 
the lovers fully open 
while the unit is in 
operation. 
Height of restrictive barrier 
caused by glass door frames, 
recessed fireplaces, etc. from 
the base or bottom surface of the 
unit. (See Table).
The log set should be 
placed against or as near 
as possible to the rear wall 
of the fireplace/firebox. 
Depth of fireplace/firebox. 
(SeeTable). 
Figure 3 - Reference Drawing of a Natural Flame Log Set in an Enclosure 
NOTE: Non combustible material such as refractory brick may be used to line the floor of the fireplace 
in order to raise the height of the gas log set in relation to a restrictive barrier. If the unit is raised, the 
minimum height dimension listed in the homeowner’s manual must not be exceeded.
NOTE: If the log set is equipped with a remote receiver, a restrictive barrier may reduce the battery life 
by increasing the ambient temperature inside the fireplace. Placement of the receiver outside of the 
fireplace will extend the battery life. 
X
Height of Restriction (X) Minimum Depth of Fireplace/Firebox
No restriction
13"
0 to 1.5"
16"
Greater than 1
1
/
2
" to 3"
16"
Greater than 3"
Any barrier greater than three inches (3") placed in front of the gas log set is not 
recommended by the manufacturer. 
  
WARNING
Barriers such as the bottom of a glass door frame placed in front of a gas log set can 
change the air flow characteristics of the fireplace which in turn can cause the unit 
to overheat and malfunction.