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LOG PLACEMENT GUIDE

LOG PLACEMENT GUIDE FOR DIRECT VENTMPD-3328, MPD-3530, MPD-4035 AND MPD-4540 SERIES GAS FIREPLACES

875,017MREV. B 11/2003

GENERAL INFORMATION

This log placement guide has been prepared to present detailed logplacement illustrations and provide instruction to assist in the place-ment of logs at the initial (new appliance) setup and after the annualcleaning and inspection cycles. The information provided here is to beused in conjunction with the Homeowner's Care and Operation In-structions provided together with this document in the appliance lit-erature packet. Please read the Homeowner's Care and Operation In-structions completely before completing the procedures detailed inthis placement guide.

INITIAL INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

If the logs are being installed for the first time, the following para-graphs apply:

DO NOT attempt to install the logs until the appliance installation hasbeen completed, the gas line connected and tested for leaks and theinitial burner operation has been checked out.

Step 1. Remove the appliance front door.Step 2. Remove the log set from the interior of the fireplace.Step 3. Remove the logs from their packaging. Handle logs care-fully to prevent breakage.Step 4. MPD-4035 & MPD-4540 Models - Remove the restraining strapfrom the grate tines. Ensure the grate is fully inserted into the holes onthe firebox rear panel and over the indents on the firebox floor.

GLOWING EMBERS, VERMICULITE, DECORATIVE VOLCANICSTONE AND LOG PLACEMENT

Step 1. Separate the Glowing Embers (Rockwool) into pieces aboutthe size of a quarter (see Figure 1). Keep the pieces fluffed up, notmatted.MPD-3328 & MPD-3530 Models -Distribute these pieces over the burner as shown in Figure 2. Do notuse more than is shown. The glowing embers should not be placeddirectly over the large burner slots as shown in Figure 2.MPD-4035 & MPD-4540 Models -Place the center log (Log No. 1) on the burner as shown on page 2.Distribute the glowing ember pieces at the front of the burner as shownin Figure 3. Do not use more than is shown. The glowing embersshould not be placed directly over the large burner slots as shown inFigure 3.Note: This appliance is provided with enough Glowing Embers forseveral applications; do not feel compelled to use all that is in a newbag. For best glowing effect, replace the ember material annually. Re-placement Glowing Embers are available (Catalogue Number 88L53).

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DIRECT-VENTMPD-33/35/40/45 SERIES

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Figure 3 MPD-4035 and MPD-4540 MODEL

Step 2. Mound up a portion of the vermiculite (light colored material)in front of the burner and grate. Sprinkle the dark colored decorativevolcanic stone on top of the vermiculite in a pleasing pattern. SeeFigure 2 - MPD-3328 or MPD-3530, or Figure 3 - MPD-4035 or MPD-4540 models.

Note: Your application may not require the use of all of the providedvermiculite, or decorative volcanic stone. Replacement vermiculite isavailable (Part Number 24M4801). Replacement decorative volcanicstone is available (Part Number 24M4701).

Step 3. Position the individual logs as described on pages 2(MPD-3328), 3 (MPD-3530) or 4 (MPD-4035 and MPD-4540).

Do Not Place Glowing Embers Over Large Burner Ports

Glowing EmbersVermiculite (light colored material)

Decorative Volcanic stone(dark colored material)

Do Not Place Glowing Embers Over Large Burner Ports

Glowing EmbersVermiculite (light colored material)

Decorative Volcanic stone(dark colored material)

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MPD-3328 LOG PLACEMENT

Catalog Number for the entire log set: 24M1501

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Log PartNumber Description (Stamped #) Number

1 Log, Rear ( 39-12 ) 24M16012 Log, Left ( 39-1 ) 24M17013 Log, Right ( 39-2 ) 24M18014 Log, Top Center ( 39-13 ) 24M21015 Log, Top/Left ( 39-3 ) 24M19016 Log, Top/Right ( 39-4 ) 24M2001

Position the individual logs as shown below. Logs should be placedin the order shown. Position the rear log on the brackets at therear of the firebox with the log's notches directly over the brack-ets. Position the right log (log no. 3) by inserting the pin from therear log into the hole on its upper end. Place the left log and thenthe smaller left and right top logs. All logs that have notches to fitover the grate tines should be positioned with these notches di-rectly against the grate. All top logs that rest on lower logs, do soover flattened mounting faces in the bottom logs.

Proper log and twig placement is critical to encourage outstand-ing flame appearance and prevent sooting.

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MPD-3530 LOG PLACEMENT

Catalog Number for the entire log set: 24M2201

Log PartNumber Description (Stamped #) Number

1 Log, Rear ( 39-5 ) 24M23012 Log, Left ( 39-1 ) 24M17013 Log, Right ( 39-2 ) 24M18014 Log, Top Center ( 39-6 ) 24M24015 Log, Top/Left ( 39-3 ) 24M19016 Log, Top/Right ( 39-4 ) 24M2001

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Position the individual logs as shown below. Logs should be placedin the order shown. Position the rear log on the brackets at therear of the firebox with the log's notches directly over the brack-ets. Position the right log (log no. 3) by inserting the pin from therear log into the hole on its upper end. Place the left log and thenthe smaller left and right top logs. All logs that have notches to fitover the grate tines should be positioned with these notches di-rectly against the grate. All top logs that rest on lower logs, do soover flattened mounting faces in the bottom logs.

Proper log and twig placement is critical to encourage outstand-ing flame appearance and prevent sooting.

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MPD-4035 & MPD-4540 LOG PLACEMENT

Catalog Number for the entire log set: 24M2501

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Number Description (Stamped #) Number

1 Log, Center ( 39-8 ) 24M27012 Log, Rear ( 138 ) H1381013 Log, Right ( 39-10 ) 24M29014 Log, Left ( 39-9 ) 24M28015 Log, Top/Left ( 39-11 ) 24M30016 Log, Top/Right ( 39-11 ) 24M3001

Position the individual logs as shown below. Logs should be placedin the order shown. Position the center log on the burner first,then place the glowing embers as shown in Figure 2. Place therear log, both the right and left, and then the smaller left and righttop logs. All logs that have notches to fit over the grate tinesshould be positioned with these notches directly against the grate.All top logs that rest on lower logs, do so over flattened mountingfaces in the bottom logs.

Proper log and twig placement is critical to encourage outstand-ing flame appearance and prevent sooting.

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