Monessen Hearth 6000DV - Manual (Page 29)

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Figure 38 - 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
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 for your gas type or conversion kit.
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE / BURNER SYSTEM LOCATION
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
A qualified installer or service person
must connect appliance to gas supply.
Follow all local codes.
W
ARNING
INSTALLATION ITEMS NEEDED
Before installing fireplace and burner system, make sure you have the items listed below.
• External regulator (supplied by installer) • Piping (check local codes)
• Sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• Equipment shutoff valve* • Test gauge connection* • Sediment trap (recommended)
• Tee joint • Pipe wrench
• 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.
For propane/LP connections 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 38. Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
External
Regulator
100 gal. (min)
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Vent
Pointing
Down
When using copper of flex connectors use only fittings
approved for gas connections. The gas control inlet is
3 /
8
" NPT.