Hearth and Home Technologies A36R, A42RH, A42R, A36RH User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

Models:

A36R, A36RH

A42R, A42RH

Wood Burning Fireplace

NOTICE

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DO DISCARDNOT

WARNING

If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.

•Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

•Do not overfire. Overfiring will void your warranty.

•Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified. Failure to comply may cause house fire.

Installation and service of this fireplace should be performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies suggests NFI certified or factory-trained professionals, or technicians supervised by an

NFI certified professional.

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

Screen/mesh, glass doors and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down.

Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.

•DO NOT touch screen/mesh or glass doors until cooled

•NEVER allow children to touch screen/mesh or glass doors

•Keep children away

•CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace.

•Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials.

•Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable materials away.

WARNING

Fire Risk

•For use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only.

•DO NOT install unvented gas logs.

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Read this manual before installing or operating this fireplace. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.

Congratulations!

Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator wood burning fireplace. The Heatilator fireplace you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety and reliability.

As the owner of a new fireplace, you’ll want to read and carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this owner’s manual. Pay special attention to all cautions and warnings.

This owner’s manual should be retained for future reference. We suggest you keep it with your other important documents and product manuals.

Your new Heatilator wood burning fireplace will give you years of durable use and trouble-free enjoyment. Welcome to the Heatilator family of fireplace products!

	Homeowner Reference Information					We recommend that you record the following pertinent
						information about your fireplace:
	Model Name:						Date purchased/installed:
	Serial Number:						Location on fireplace:
	Dealership purchased from:						Dealer phone:
	Notes:

Listing Label Information/Location

The model information regarding your specific fireplace can be found on the rating plate located on the smoke shield of the fireplace.

	Serial	Grate	Fireplace
	Number		Model

FIREPLACE NO.	FIRE DAMAGE. REPLACE MODEL NO.	MODEL NO.	MFG. DATE
	WARNING: RISK OF
	GRATE WITH HEARTH & HOME
	TECHNOLOGIES INC.

FIRECHAMBER INTENDED FOR USE WITH HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. LISTED FIREPLACE PARTS. SEE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS MODEL. ONLY HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. GLASS DOOR KITS CAN BE INSTALLED ON THIS UNIT.

FIREPLACE ALSO FOR USE

YES

NO

CLEARANCE TO

CHIMNEY

FIREBOX

IN.

IN MANUFACTURED HOMES

COMBUSTIBLES:

2 IN. MIN.

MIN.

FAN KIT

&

RATED AT

MODEL NO.

115 VOLTS, 50/60 Hz.,

AMP.

DO NOT OVERFIRE. USE ONLY: SOLID WOOD FUEL OR

WARNING! THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED

LISTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE. DO NOT USE A

GAS LOG SET. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT

FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT

INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO FIREPLACE.

SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT. IF DOORS

WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT FOR USE AS COOKING EQUIPMENT.

ARE USED OPERATE FIREPLACE WITH DOORS FULLY

OPEN OR CLOSED ONLY. WHEN BURNING A

IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING

DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE,

CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC.,

ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION.

1915 W. SAUNDERS ST., MT. PLEASANT, IA 52641.

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Safety Alert Key:

•! DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.

•WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.

•CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

•NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the fireplace or to property.

Table of Contents

Congratulations!	2
Warranty	4

1 Listing and Code Approvals		6
A.	Appliance Certification	6
B.	Non-Combustible Materials	6
C.	Combustible Materials	6

User Guide

2 Operating Instructions		7
A.	Your Fireplace	7
B.	Seasoned Wood	8
C.	Starting a Fire	8
D.	Grate	8
E.	Firescreen	8
F.	Flue Damper	8
G.	Refractory	8
H.	Glass Doors	9
I.	Outside Air (optional)	9
J.	Fan Kit (optional)	9
K.	Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters	9
L.	Optional Components	9
M.	Clear Space	9
N.	Wood Fuel	10

3	Maintainance and Service		11
	A.	Disposal of Ashes	11
	B.	Chimney Inspection/Cleaning	11
	C.	Check Firebox Refractory	12
	D.	Inspect Grate	12
	E.	Glass Cleaning	12
4	Troubleshooting Guide		13

Installer Guide

5 Getting Started		14
A.	Typical Fireplace System	14
B.	Design and Installation Considerations	15
C.	Draft	15
D.	Negative Pressure	15
E.	Locating Fireplace & Chimney	16
F.	Tools and Supplies Needed	17
G.	Typical Fireplace System	17
H.	Inspect Fireplace and Components	17

6 Framing & Clearances		18
A.	Select Fireplace Location	18
B.	Clearances	19
C.	Sidewalls/Surrounds	20
D.	Frame the Fireplace	20

7 Installation of Fireplace		21
A.	Things to Consider	21
B.	Position the Fireplace	21
C.	Place Protective Metal Hearth Strips	21
D.	Level Fireplace	21
E.	Install Outside Air Kit	23

8 Chimney Assembly		24
A.	Chimney Requirements	25
B.	Using Offsets/Returns	26
C.	Assembling Chimney Sections	27
D.	Install Chimney Air Kit	27
E.	Installing Ceiling Firestops	27
F.	Installing Attic Insulation Shield	28
G.	Cut out Hole in Roof	29
H.	Complete Installation	29
I.	Install Flashing	29
J.	Chimney Termination Requirements	30

9 Chase Installations		31
A.	Construct the Chase	31
B.	Install Fireplace & Chimney	32
C.	Install Chase Top	32
D.	Install Termination Cap	33

10	Shrouds		35
	A.	Radiation Shield	35
	B.	Field Constructed Shrouds	35
11	Finishing		37
	A.	Non-Combustible Materials	37
	B.	Combustible Materials	37
	C.	Hearth Extension	37
	D.	Finishing Material	38
	E.	Combustible Mantel	39
	F.	Sidewalls/Surrounds	39
12	Accessories		40
	A.	Gas Log/Lighter Provision	40
	B.	Wood Burning Inserts	40
	C.	Install Fan	40
13	Reference Materials		41
	A.	Fireplace Dimensions	41
	B.	Fireplace Components	42
	C.	Chimney Components	43
	D.	Service Parts	46
	E.	Contact Information	48

Note: An arrow (Î) found in the text signifies change in content.

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Warranty

Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED WARRANTY

Hearth & Home Technologies (“HHT”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized HHT dealer and installed in the United States of America or Canada. Warranty starts with date of purchase by the original owner (End User) except as noted for replacement parts.

Warranty Period				HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting
									Components Covered
Parts	Labor	Gas		Wood	Pellet	EPA	Electric	Venting
						Wood
									All Parts and Material Except as
1 Year		X		X	X	X	X	X	covered by Conditions, Exclu-
									sion, and Limitations listed
					X	X			Igniters, Electronic Compo-
									nents, and Glass
2 years
		X		X	X	X			Blowers
				X					Molded Refractory Panels
3 years					X				Firepots
5 years	3 years				X	X			Castings & Baf?es
									Firebox, HHT Chimney, Termi-
7 years	3 years			X	X	X			nation & Heat
									Exchanger
10	1 year	X							Burners, Logs & Refractory
years
Limited	1 year	X							Firebox & Heat Exchanger
Lifetime
90 Days		X		X	X	X	X	X	All Replacement Parts
			See Conditions, Exclusions, and limitations.					9-01-08

CONDITIONS, EXCLUSIONS & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

This warranty applies to the original owner and is transferable up to two years from date of purchase to the new homeowner, provided the purchase was made through an authorized dealer or distributor of HHT, and the appliance remains in its original place of installation.

The maximum amount recoverable under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the product.

In no event shall HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the product.

Adjustments, regular maintenance, cleaning and temporary repairs, or the failure to duplicate the problem in the home is not covered under this warranty.

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This limited warranty does not extend to or include surface ?nish on the appliance or terminations, door gasketing, glass gasketing, glass discoloration, ?rebrick, pellet logs, kaowool or other ceramic insulating materials. Rust and/or corrosion on any of the metal surfaces, cast iron components, baf?es, ?repots, doors, or ?rebox area are not covered by this warranty.

Noise resulting from minor expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts is normal and complaints related to this noise are not covered by this warranty.

HHT’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to damages resulting from: (1) installation, operation or maintenance of the appliance not in accordance with the installation instructions; operating instructions and the listing agent identi?cation label furnished with the appliance; (2) installation which does not comply with local building codes; (3) shipping, improper handling, improper operation, abuse, misuse, accident or unworkmanlike repairs; (4) environmental conditions, inadequate ventilation or drafting caused by tight sealing construction of the structure

or handling devices such as exhaust fans or forced air furnaces or other such causes; (5) use of fuels other than those speci?ed in the operating instructions; (6) installation or use of components not supplied with the appliance or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by HHT; and/or (7) modi?cation of the appliance not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing.

This warranty does not apply to non-HHT venting components, hearth components or other accessories used in conjunction with the installation of this product.

This warranty is void if the appliance has been over-?red or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, ?uorine, or other damaging chemicals the appliance is subject to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation, or there is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited to, improper chimney or venting installation.

HHT’s liability under this warranty is limited to the replacement and repair of defective components or workmanship during the applicable period. HHT may fully discharge all of its obligations under such warranties by repairing the defective component(s) at HHT’s discretion. Shipping costs are not covered under this warranty.

Some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so those limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speci?c rights; you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.

This Limited Warranty is effective on all HHT appliances sold after September 01, 2008 and supersedes any and all warranties currently in existence.

If warranty service is needed, you should contact your installing dealer. If the installing dealer is unable to provide necessary parts or components, contact the nearest authorized HHT dealer or supplier.

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1 Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certification

This fireplace system has been tested and listed in accordance with UL 127 and ULC-S610 standards by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation and operation in the United States and Canada.

This fireplace may be installed in sleeping rooms EXCEPT in manufactured homes. If installed with a gas log set, provisions for the National Fuel Gas Code must be met.

This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with the optional components specified in this manual. These optional components may be purchased separately and installed at a later date. Installation of an outside air kit will require significant reconstruction and is best if installed at the time of fireplace installation.

Heatilator is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by the following actions.

DO NOT:

•install or operate damaged fireplace

•modify fireplace

•install other than as instructed by Hearth & Home Technologies

•operate the fireplace without fully assembling all components

•overfire

•install an unvented gas log set

•install any component not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies

•install parts or components not Listed or approved

B. Non-Combustible Materials

•Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of any combination of the following:

-	Steel	-	Iron
-	Brick	-	Tile
-	Concrete	-	Slate
-	Glass	-	Plasters

•Materials reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard

Test Method for Behavior of Metals, in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750° C

C. Combustible Materials

•Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following materials:

-	Wood	-	Compressed paper
-	Plant fibers	-	Plastic

•Any material that can ignite and burn; flame proofed or not, plastered or un-plastered

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or your dealer.

NOTICE: This fireplace is tested and approved as a decorative fireplace. It should not be factored as a primary heat source in residential heating calculations.

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User Guide

2 Operating Instructions

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down.

Hot glass will cause burns.

•DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled

•NEVER allow children to touch glass

•Keep children away

•CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace.

•Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials.

•Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable materials away.

If you expect that children may come into contact with this fireplace, we recommend a barrier such as a decorative screen. See your dealer for suggestions.

A. Your Fireplace

WARNING! DO NOT operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fireplace according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury.

				Flue Damper
				Control
				Section 2.F.
				Close	Open
Refractory
Section 2.G.	Man
	tel
Grate
Section 2.D.
		Gas Log Set
		Gas Log Lighters
		(not shown)
		Section 2.K.
Wood Fuel		Firescreen
Section 2.N.		(not shown)	Open	Close
		Section 2.E.	Outside Air Kit
	Hearth
		Glass Doors	Control
		(not shown)	Section 2.I.
		Section 2.H.
		Fan Control
	Clear Space	Section 2.J.
	Section 2.M.
Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts
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B. Seasoned Wood

Properly seasoned wood is important for successful operation of your fireplace. Most woodburning fireplace problems are caused by burning wet, unseasoned wood.

Seasoned firewood is wood that is cut to size, split and air dried to a moisture content of around 20%.

Imagine a wooden bucket that weighs about eight pounds. Fill it with a gallon of water, put it in the fireplace and try to burn it. This sounds ridiculous but that is exactly what you are doing if you burn unseasoned wood.

A tree cut down a year ago and not split is likely to have almost as high a moisture content now as it did when it was cut.

Please refer to Section 2.N. for more detail.

C. Starting a Fire

NOTICE: You must establish a good draft to prevent smoke spillage into the room.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Keep combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of the fireplace.

DO NOT:

•store flammable materials close to the fireplace

•use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this fireplace.

Keep all flammable liquids well away from the fireplace while it is in use. Combustible materials may ignite.

•The first three or four fires should be of moderate size to allow the oils and binders to be burned from the fireplace and the refractory and paint to cure. You may notice an industrial odor the first few fires. This is considered normal.

•Use well-seasoned wood (see Section 2.N.).

•Open the flue damper to a fully open position.

•Place crumpled or twisted paper under the fireplace grate.

•Loosely arrange kindling or small pieces of wood to form a ‘tent’ on the fireplace grate.

•Pre-warm the flue to establish a draft to help reduce smoke spillage during start-up. Hold a rolled up piece of burning newspaper under the flue damper for a few moments.

•Light the crumpled paper to ignite the kindling.

•Add small pieces of wood until a hot bed of embers has been established.

•Add a minimum of three average size pieces of split firewood, placed to allow combustion air and flames between them.

CAUTION! Odors and vapors released during initial operation may be irritating to sensitive individuals.

Open windows for air circulation.

D. Grate

This fireplace is designed to be used with the grate supplied with this unit or one approved by HHT. The grate will break down over time and will need occasional replacement.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Use only the factory-supplied integral grate.

•Keeps logs in place.

•Allows proper air circulation around the fire.

E. Firescreen

The firescreen is provided to control sparks. Keep it closed when the fireplace is in use.

WARNING! Risk of Fire or Burns!

•Screen will not prevent burning materials from falling out.

•Screen pulls or handles may be hot.

F. Flue Damper

•Refer to Figure 2.1 for location of control.

•Must be in fully open position (handle up toward the top of the fireplace) during operation of the fireplace.

•Before lighting the fireplace, verify fully open position by looking up from the inside of the fireplace.

WARNING! Risk of Fire and Asphyxiation! Open damper prior to operating fireplace. A closed damper overfires the fireplace and spills smoke and flames into the room.

G. Refractory

•The refractory is supplied to contain heat and provide an attractive interior.

•It will break down over time and will need occasional replacement. Small hairline cracks and discoloration are normal and do not affect its safety.

•(See refractory maintenance Section 3.C.)

WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT burn fireplace without refractory. Use only refractory supplied by Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc.

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H. Glass Doors

•Glass doors are optional.

•Refer to Figure 2.2 for how to properly use them.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Install ONLY doors approved by Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc.

WARNING! Risk of Fire and Smoke! Fireplaces equipped with doors should be operated only with doors fully open or doors fully closed. If doors are left partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace opening.

FULLY OPEN	PARTLY OPEN
CORRECT	INCORRECT

FULLY CLOSED	PARTLY CLOSED
CORRECT	INCORRECT

Figure 2.2 Operating Positions of Bi-fold Doors

I. Outside Air (optional)

The outside air kit supplies some fresh combustion air for your fireplace. It may help reduce the effects of negative air pressure. (See Section 5.D.)

•Refer to Figure 2.1 for location of control

•Close the inlet to prevent cold drafts when the fireplace is not being used.

CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The outside air control handle is HOT when fireplace is in operation. Adjust BEFORE lighting fire.

J. Fan Kit (optional)

•Refer to instructions included with fan kit.

K. Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters

•Optional.

•Vented gas logs or gas log lighters can be installed in this fireplace. Follow the instructions provided with the accessory for operation.

WARNING! Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation!

•DO NOT install unvented gas logs.

•Damper must be locked open.

•Gas flame may generate fumes.

L. Optional Components

•Other options may be available

•Consult your dealer/distributor

WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT install and or use any component not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.

M. Clear Space

•Do not place combustible objects within 48 in. (1219 mm) of the front of fireplace. See Figure 2.3.

WARNING! DO NOT place combustible objects in front of the fireplace. High temperatures may ignite clothing, furniture or draperies.

•Mantel - avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive objects on mantel or hearth. Heat may damage these objects.

48 in. (1219 mm)

Clear Space Front of Fireplace

12 in. (305 mm) Clear Space Sides of Fireplace (from the FP opening)

Figure 2.3 Clear Space

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N. Wood Fuel

Hardwood vs Softwood

Your fireplace performance depends on the quality of the firewood you use.

•Seasoned wood contains about 8,000 BTUs per pound

.

•Hard woods are more dense than soft woods.

•Hard woods contain 60% more BTUs than soft woods.

•Hard woods require more time to season, burn slower and are harder to ignite.

•Soft woods require less time to dry, burn faster and are easier to ignite.

•Start the fire with soft wood to bring the fireplace up to operating temperature and to establish draft.

•Add hard wood for slow, even heat and longer burn time.

Soft woods		Hard woods
•	Douglas Fir	•	Oak
•	Pine	•	Maple
•	Spruce	•	Apple
•	Cedar	•	Birch
•	Poplar
•	Aspen
•	Alder

Moisture

WARNING! Risk of Fire!

•DO NOT burn wet or green wood.

•Wet, unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of creosote.

The majority of the problems fireplace owners experience are caused by trying to burn wet, unseasoned wood.

•Wet, unseasoned wood requires energy to evaporate the water instead of heating your home, and

•Evaporating moisture cools your chimney, accelerating formation of creosote.

Seasoned Wood

•Cut logs to size

•Split to 6 in. (152 mm) or less

•Air dry to a moisture content of around 20%

-Soft wood - about nine months

-Hard wood - about eighteen months

NOTICE: Seasoning time may vary depending on drying conditions.

Storing Wood

Steps to ensure properly seasoned wood:

•Stack wood to allow air to circulate freely around and through woodpile.

•Elevate wood pile off ground to allow air circulation underneath.

•Smaller pieces of wood dry faster. Any piece over 6 in. (152 mm) in diameter should be split.

•Wood (whole or split) should be stacked so both ends of each peice are exposed to air. More drying occurs through the cut ends than the sides.

•Store wood under cover to prevent water absorbtion from rain or snow. Avoid covering the sides and ends completely.

WARNING! Fire Risk! DO NOT store wood:

•In front of the fireplace.

•In space required for loading or ash removal.

Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs

Manufactured firelogs may be used with this fireplace. Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of UL Classified processed fuel firelogs. Follow the manufacturer’s lighting and safety instructions.

Using firelogs may require more frequent chimney inspection and cleaning.

Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for the application in manufactured fireplaces and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use.

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3 Maintainance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes

Frequency: When they reach bottom of grate By: Homeowner

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ashes could contain hot embers.

•Place ashes in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid.

•The closed container should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal.

•If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled

B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning

Frequency: At least twice a year during heating season or as recommended by a certified chimney sweep

By: Certified chimney sweep

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ignited creosote is extremely HOT. Prevent creosote buildup.

Refer to Figure 3.1 to remove/reinstall termination caps.

Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal

When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! A chimney fire can permanently damage your chimney system and nearby structures.

In the event of a chimney fire, Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends

•replacement of the chimney, and

•inspection of the adjacent structure to the provisions of NFPA Level III inspection criteria.

The chimney shall be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine when a creosote buildup has occurred.

When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

Remove screws,	Remove 4 screws
lift top cover.	and lift top pan off.
Top Cover
Cap	Cap
Chimney
	Slip
	Section
TR344/TR342	ST375
Round	Square
Termination Cap	Termination Cap

1.Remove the 4 screws.

2.Remove the screen.

3.Remove the baffle.

Cap

Chase

Remove 2 screws from the front and back and lift the top off.

TS345/TS345P	TCT375
Square	Terra Cotta
Termination Caps	Termination Cap

Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning

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C. Check Firebox Refractory

Frequency: After each ash removal

By: Homeowner

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Inspect fireplace refractory. Crumbling, deteriorated refractory can allow overheating of surrounding materials.

Expansion and contraction will cause minor cracking of the refractory. This is normal. The refractory will require periodic replacement depending on use.

The panels should be replaced if

•Cracks exceed ¼ inch (6 mm) in width,

•Metal is exposed behind the refractory,

•Large pieces of refractory fall out.

D. Inspect Grate

Frequency: After each ash removal

By: Homeowner

Inspect grate for:

•Warping or sagging 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) or more

•Broken welds

•Burn-through of grate bars

For safe operation, replace only with an approved grate from Hearth & Homes Technologies Inc.

E. Glass Cleaning

Frequency: As desired

By: Homeowner

CAUTION! Handle glass assembly with care. Glass is breakable.

•Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass

•Avoid abrasive cleaners

•DO NOT clean glass while it is hot

Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available cleaner or ashes:

•Light deposits

-Use household glass cleaner

•Heavy deposits

-Use wood ash on damp cloth or,

-Use commercial fireplace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer)

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4 Troubleshooting Guide

	Start Fire Problems	Possible Cause	Solution
	Can’t get fire started	Not enough kindling/paper or no	Use dry kindling, more paper. Arrange kindling &
	Excessive smoke or spillage	kindling/paper	wood for air movement.
	Burns too slowly
		Damper closed/not fully open	Open damper.
	Smolders, sizzles
		Not enough air for fire to ignite	Check for restricted cap/shroud.
			Open air kit (if installed).
			Check for flue blockage.
			Pre-warm flue before starting fire (refer to starting
			fire section).
			Check for adequate vent height (refer to chimney
			assembly section).
			Open window below the fireplace towards the
			wind.
		Wood condition is too wet, too	Use dry, seasoned wood (refer to wood fuel
		large	section).
		Bed of coals not established	Start with paper & kindling to establish bed of
		before adding wood	coals (refer to starting fire section).
		Flue blockage such as birds’	Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned
		nests or leaves in termination	by a certified chimney sweep.
		cap
		Down draft or negative pressure	Do not use exhaust fans during start-up (refer to
		Competition with exhaust	negative pressure section).
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			Open window below the fireplace towards the
			wind.
	Fire burns too fast	Extremely dry or soft wood	Mix in hardwood.
			Mix in less seasoned wood after fire is established
			(refer to wood fuel section).
		No glass doors	Add glass doors to slow down air flow.
		Overdrafting	Check for correct vent height; too much vertical
			height creates overdrafting.
			Check location of vent termination (refer to
			chimney assembly section).

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Installer Guide

5 Getting Started

A. Typical Fireplace System

Additional lateral support for chimney above roof (or enclosed in chase) if needed (Section 8)

Non-combustible

roof flashing maintains minimum clearance around chimney

Support straps on rafter support

chimney (not shown)

Ceiling firestop on floor of attic (Section 8)

Chimney system (Section 8)

Combustible framing/header on top of V-shaped standoffs (Section 6)

Chimney Air Kit (Section 8) Required in Canada. Outlet must be no less than 6 ft. (1.83m) off ground level.

Outside combustion air (Section 7)

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Protective metal hearth strip(s) (Section 7)

NOTICE:

•Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations and are for design purposes only.

•Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.

•Actual product may vary from pictures in manual.

Termination cap (Section 8 & 9)

Storm Collar (Section 8)

Chimney penetrates roof preferably without affecting roof rafters (Section 8)

Offset & Return (with hanger straps) (Section 8)

Attic insulation shield (not shown) must be used here to keep

insulation away from chimney if attic is insulated (Section 8)

Framing headed off in ceiling joists (Section 8)

Enclosed space above and around fireplace (Section 6)

Mantel and surround (Section 11)

Decorative facing and trim (Section 11)

Hearth extension (Section 11)

Factory-built fireplace

Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System

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B. Design and Installation Considerations

NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation.

•Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.

•Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and permits.

Before installing, determine the following:

•Where the fireplace is to be installed.

•The vent system configuration to be used.

•Gas supply piping.

•Electrical wiring.

•Framing and finishing details.

•Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan, wall switch or remote control—are desired.

C. Draft

Draft is the pressure difference needed to vent fireplaces successfully. When a fireplace is drafting successfully, all combustion byproducts are exiting the home through the chimney.

Considerations for successful draft include:

•Preventing negative pressure

•Location of fireplace and chimney

NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies assumes no responsibility for the improper performance of the fireplace system caused by:

•Inadequate draft due to environmental conditions

•Downdrafts

•Tight sealing construction of the structure

•Mechanical exhausting devices

•Improper location of the chimney

D. Negative Pressure

WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation! Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. Fire must draft properly for safe operation.

Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air available for the fireplace to operate properly. It can be strongest in lower levels of the house.

Causes include:

•Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.)

•Range hoods

•Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water heaters and other combustion appliances

•Clothes dryers

•Location of return-air vents to furnace or air conditioning

•Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system

•Upper level air leaks such as:

-Recessed lighting

-Attic hatch

-Duct leaks

To minimize the effects of negative air pressure:

•Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing winds during the heating season

•Ensure adequate outdoor air for all combustion appliances and exhaust equipment

•Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are not located in the immediate vicinity of the fireplace

•Avoid installing the fireplace near doors, walkways or small isolated spaces

•Recessed lighting should be a “sealed can” design

•Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed

•Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and seams taped or sealed

•Basement installations should be avoided

NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of direct vent fireplaces in basements.

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