Monessen Hearth VWF18, VWF36, VWF30 manual Getting Started, Make Sure YOU have Received ALL Parts

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GETTING STARTED

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE RECEIVED ALL PARTS:

Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received. You should have the following:

BURNER - GRATE ASSEMBLY 18, 24, 30, 36"

• Burner and Grate Weldment Assembly		•	Lava Rocks (x2)	•	Extenders with Knob (Manual Control Only)
• Glowing Embers (Rock Wool)		•	Damper Clamp	•	Vermiculite
•	Installation /Operating Instructions	•	3/8" Aluminum tube with 3/8" 90° elbow, 1/2" to 3/8" tube fitting
•	Control Cover	•	Shield Plate
18", 24", 30" OR 36" CERAMIC FIBER OR REFRACTORY LOGS
•	Individual Logs		• Installation Instructions

CAUTION

•Handle the gas log burner assembly by the grate only. Do not pick the unit up by the burner. Burner pan is a separate assembly.

•Gloves are recommended when handling ceramic ﬁber logs to prevent skin irritation from loose ﬁbers. Logs are fragile — handle with care.

Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any parts are missing or damaged, immediately inform the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance. Do not attempt to install any part of the appliance unless you have all parts in good condition.

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION

Ensure that the following items are available before proceeding with installation:

•	External regulator (for propane/L.P.G. only)	•	Shutoff valve
•	Piping which complies with local codes	•	Pipe wrench

•Pipe sealant approved for use with propane/L.P.G. (Resistant to sulfur compounds)

•Drill with masonry bit (for mounting to the floor)

MINIMUM OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING

WARNING

The ﬁreplace and gas logs function as a system. If the ﬁreplace is not drafting properly and spilling into the room (check with a match or a smoke stick), reposition the damper clamp until a positive draft is obtained by opening the damper. If negative pressure in home prevents having a positive draft, contact your dealer for assistance.

MINIMUM CHIMNEY HEIGHT AND FLUE OPENING

CHIMNEY HEIGHT	FLUE OPENING
6'	64 sq in
8'	64 sq in
10'	64 sq in
15'	51 sq in
20'	51 sq in
30'	51sq in

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Contents Read and Save These Instructions Models VWF18 VWF24 VWF30 VWF36Contents Owner Important Safety InformationInstaller Minimum Hearth Dimensions Safety InformationProduct Specifications Make Sure YOU have Received ALL Parts Getting StartedMinimum Opening Area of Chimney Damper for Venting Minimum Chimney Height and Flue OpeningHeight of Restriction Minimum Depth of Fireplace/Firebox Placement in a Fireplace with a Restrictive BarrierBefore Installing the Appliance InstallationDamper Stop Installation Covers must be installed prior to Installing Valve CoverOperation to prevent overheating Grate bar must not touch the valveSource and hot surfaces Wiring MILLI-VOLTKeep wiring away from heat Pipe Connecting the GASPressure Test Point Location Placement of Glowing Embers Rock Wool LOG PlacementPlacement of Decorative Volcanic Rock Filling the Burner PANPlacing Front Left Log #2 on Grate Sliding Shield Plate Down Back VWF24 Massive OAK LogsCentering Rear Log #1 on Grate Bars VWF30 Massive OAK LogsVWF30 Massive OAK Logs Installing Right Middle Log #5Sliding Shield Plate Down Back of Burner Pan VWF36 Massive OAK LogsVWF36 Massive OAK Logs Installing Right Side Middle Log #7Placing Back Log #2 on Grate VWF18 American OAK LogsPlacing Back Log #2 on Grate Bars VWF24 American OAK LogsPlacing Front Log #2 on Front Grate VWF30 American OAK LogsPlacing Left Crossover Log #7 VWF30 American OAK LogsModels VWF24 B 6 Logs Notch Grate ProngPlacing Rear Log #1 on Back of Grate Models VWF24/18 Split River OAKResting Top Right Log #4 on Models VWF24/18 Split River OAKResting Top Right Log #4 on Bottom Left Log Models VWF30/24 Split River OAKModels VWF30/24 Split River OAK Sliding Shield Plate Down Models VWF36/30 Split River OAKResting Center Top Log #7 Bottom Models VWF36/30 Split River OAKPlacing Left Front Log #1A on Grate Models VWF18 Split PineModels VWF18 Split Pine Installing Right Log #6Placing Side Support Log #2 on Top Left of Log #1A Models VWF24 Split PineModels VWF24 Split Pine Installing Top Center Log #7Placing Side Support Log #2 on Top Models VWF30 Split PineModels VWF30 Split Pine Installing Right Middle Log #7Placing Rear Log #1 on Back Grate Model VWF24/18WP Weathered Pine LOGPlacing Top Left Log #5 behind Rear Log Model VWF24/18WP Weathered Pine LOGModel VWF30/24WP Weathered Pine LOG Placing Top Center Log #7 on Rear Log Model VWF30/24WP Weathered Pine LOGStraddling V of Bottom Left Log Model VWF36/30WP Weathered Pine LOGModel VWF36/30WP Weathered Pine LOG What to do if YOU Smell GAS Safety Instruction for Manual Control SPKOperating Instructions MILLI-VOLT Control Lighting Instructions Pilot Flame Appearance Flame AppearanceChecking Burner Flames Fireplace Draft Test Method Fireplace Draft TestCleaning and Servicing Remote Control Receiver ReplacementAssembly Replacement PartsVWF18MO VWF24MO VWF30MO Massive OAK LogsBirch Logs American OAK LogsVWF24/18SRO VWF30/24SRO VWF36/30SRO Split River OAK LogsVWF18SPA and VWF24SPA Split Pine LogsDescription Qty VWF24/18WP Weathered Pine LogsCarbon Monoxide Detector Requirements Special Requirements 27D8520 Five Year Warranty Lifetime Warranty