IMPORTANT MESSAGE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The PL42DF* Direct Vent fireplace must be installed in accordance
with these Instructions. Carefully read all the Instructions in this
manual first. Consult the Local Gas Branch to determine the need
for a permit prior to starting the installation. It is the responsibility
of the installer to ensure this fireplace is installed in compliance
with the manufacturers instructions and all applicable codes.
BEFORE YOU START:
Due to high operating temperatures, this appliance should be located out of traffic &
away from furniture and draperies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of the high surface temperature,
which could cause burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the
appliance.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be placed on or near the appliance.
CAUTION
When this appliance is installed directly on any combustible material other than wood
flooring, it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the appliance or a fire will occur causing serious injury, property damage or
even death.
DANGER
Typical Installation Overview
Determine the desired install location of your fireplace.
See Section 1, Dimensions on Page 7, and refer to the
Framing Section 2 on Page 8 for details.
Select the location of your termination and resulting vent run.
The direct vent termination location MUST be selected such
that it is the highest point in the venting assembly.
Should it be impossible to meet the venting requirements laid
out in Section 3: Venting on Page 10, please contact a local
Montigo dealer regarding the use of a Montigo Power Vent.
Lay out the Vent run; calculating the required elbows and
straight runs of 5"/8" flex and/or rigid pipe.
Layout Electrical Requirements Refer to Section 4: Wiring
on Page 19, for Details.
Refer to Section 5: Installing the Gas Line on Page 21, for
details on the gas connection and access.
Refer to local codes and guidelines for installation
requirements.
Installation and repairs should be done by a qualified
contractor and must conform to:
• Installations in Canada must conform to the local codes or
in the absence of local codes to the current version of Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149. Electrical Installations
must conform to the local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
to the current version of Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.1
• Installations in the USA must conform to the local codes or
in the absence of local codes to the current version of National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. Electrical Installations must
conform to the local codes or, in the absence of local codes, to the
current version of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. See
Appendix C for installation within the State of Massachusetts.
Installation and repairs should be done by an authorized gas fireplace service technician.
The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional. More
frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material,
etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of
the fireplace are kept clean.
NOTICE
WARNING
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed for the protection of children and other at-risk individuals.
If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall be replaced with the manufacturer’s
barrier for this appliance.
WARNING
Any safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced
prior to operating the appliance.
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PL42DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace
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Installation
Section A: Before You Start
Young children should be carefully supervised when they are
in the same room as the applicance. Toddlers, young children
and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A
physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals
in the house. To restrict access to a fireplace or stove, install
an adjustable safety gate to keep toddles, young children and
other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot
surfaces.
CAUTION
