Montigo  |  SKU: PL38DFLI

Montigo Phenom 38 Basic Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace - PL38D

Regular price $4,339.00

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This item is available for pick-up or local delivery only (NYC Tri-State NJ CT & Long Island). Call us before ordering if needed immediately. 718-326-4328

Pickup available at Maspeth, NY Showroom

Usually ready in 2-4 days

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  • Local delivery or pick-up across NYC, Long Island, NJ and CT. Delivery is free on this item.
  • Factory-authorized Montigo dealer. You keep the full manufacturer warranty.
  • 30-day returns, no restocking fee.
  • Professional installation available across NYC, Long Island, Westchester, northern NJ and Greenwich/Stamford, CT.
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Assembly & Installation

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Warranty

Manufacturer's warranty their products only if they are purchased from an authorized retailer like us. If an issue occurs and the item was purchased from a 3rd party website i.e. Amazon, your claim may be denied. What this means for you as a customer? As a factory authorized & trained dealer for every brand on our website, you will maintain full manufacturer's warranty. Please click on the manufacturer's manual in the description for full warranty coverage information.

Returns

  • No-Restock Fees
  • 30-Day Return Policy
  • The NYC Fireplaces Team wants you to love what it is that you've ordered! If for some reason you have an issue with your product, we offer a '30-Day Return Policy'.
  • We allow returns on all new, unused, unassembled, and "resalable" items in their original packaging within 30 days of the delivery date for a refund (minus the original shipping costs, and the shipping costs you incur shipping the product back). Naturally, if your return is because of our error, you are not responsible for any shipping costs.

Description

Explore other Montigo Phenom Basic models: 38 inch (this model) | 42 inch | 52 inch

Framing Dimensions: 37-3/4 in. W x 34-1/4 in. H x 20-1/8 in. D, per Montigo installation manual

The Montigo Phenom 38 Basic (PL38DF) is a single-sided direct vent gas fireplace with a 35-1/4 in. x 19-3/8 in. glass opening, a concealed burner with ice fireglass and the Proflame 2 Basic control system. It is meant for buyers who want a modern, frameless flame they can finish with stone or tile right up to the frame, then add only the options they want: fans, remote, liner panels and media. Rated 25,000 BTU/h on natural gas or propane.

Key Specifications

Models PL38DFN-F (natural gas), PL38DFL-F (propane); store SKUs PL38DFNI / PL38DFLI
Input 25,000 BTU/h natural gas or propane
Efficiency (P.4.1-15) 58%
Glass opening 35-1/4 in. x 19-3/8 in.
Venting Direct vent, 5 in./8 in.; top or rear vent
Controls Proflame 2 Basic
Electrical 115 VAC, 60 Hz; battery pack holder
Gas pressure NG minimum inlet 5.5 in. w.c., manifold 3.5 in. w.c.; LP minimum inlet 11 in. w.c., manifold 10 in. w.c.

Dimensions and Cutout

Framing (W x H x D) 37-3/4 in. x 34-1/4 in. x 20-1/8 in. (Montigo web page lists 33-3/4 in. height)
Corner framing 76-1/4 in. across the corner; 53-7/8 in. per wall
Clearances 9 in. (top vent) or 17-1/2 in. (rear vent) above; 0 in. to sides, rear and floor; 1 in. all around for finishing per Section 6
Vent runs See top-vent and rear-vent graphs in manual XG0199

Features

  • Concealed burner with ice fireglass
  • Frameless face for stone or tile finishing up to the unit
  • Proflame 2 Basic controls
  • Top or rear venting with 5 in./8 in. pipe
  • Optional black porcelain liner, fans, remote, battery backup
  • Optional speckled stones, driftwood or glass media
  • Optional satin black or stainless surrounds

What Is Included and What You Will Need

  • Included: fireplace with concealed burner, ice fireglass, Proflame 2 Basic control, 14 ft low voltage wall switch wire
  • Required: Montigo 5 in./8 in. direct vent pipe and termination, 115 VAC supply, gas line with shutoff
  • Optional: remote control, fans, black porcelain liner, battery backup, surrounds, alternate media

Installation Notes

Install by a qualified gas technician with Montigo venting inside the manual vent graphs and the 9 in. or 17-1/2 in. top clearance for your vent direction. In New York City, gas work requires a licensed master plumber and permits, and direct vent units like this are a common NYC code-compliant choice. Book a free design consultation and we will help you plan the layout, utilities and installation.

Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Phenom Basic and Full Load?

Basic (PL38DF) has the concealed burner, ice fireglass and Proflame 2 Basic controls; remote, fans, liner and battery backup are options. Full Load (P38DF) bundles more of them as standard.

How much heat does it produce?

25,000 BTU/h on either natural gas or propane, with 58% P.4.1-15 efficiency.

Can it go in a corner?

Yes. The manual gives corner framing of 76-1/4 in. across the corner.

What vent size does it use?

5 in./8 in. direct vent, top or rear.

Related reading: Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Buying Guide and Gas Fireplace Cost Installed.

Warranty

Montigo residential warranty (manual XG0199, Appendix B): firebox and heat exchanger 15 years parts, 1 year labor; main burner 15 years, 1 year labor; Montigo venting 15 years, terminations 10 years; ignition, electrical components, media, glass breakage and safety barriers 1 year. Montigo's warranty terms require the fireplace to be purchased, installed and serviced annually by an authorized Montigo dealer for coverage to remain valid.