American Energy Systems Inglenook User Manual
TM
INGLENOOK™
MODEL IWZC-02
ZERO CLEARANCE NON-CAT FIREPLACES
OWNERS MANUAL
© 2008
This manual was written to ensure safe, efficient, and dependable operation of your Country Flame Inglenook highefficiency Zero Clearance wood log burning fireplace system. Please read and understand these instructions and ensure
conformance to all local codes before installation or operation of this product.
CAUTION
or alteration of construction may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system.
American Energy Systems Inc. assumes no responsibility for damages or resultant injuries caused by any modification
or alteration to an Inglenook.
This unit is listed to the following standards: UL 127-1999, ULC S610-98
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
: Do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the fireplace or its components. Any modification
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWARD..................................................................................................................... 7
SAFETY RULES .............................................................................................................. 8
WARNOCK HERSEY SAFETY LABEL ...................................................................... 9
THE INGLENOOK FIREPLACE................................................................................ 10
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 10
PARTS REQUIRED ..................................................................................................... 10
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (OPTIONAL) .................................................................. 10
INGLENOOK FIREPLACE OPERATION ................................................................ 11
FUEL............................................................................................................................. 11
FIRST FIRE .................................................................................................................. 11
BUILDING A FIRE ...................................................................................................... 11
COMBUSTION CONTROL.......................................................................................... 12
HIGH BURN MODE .................................................................................................... 12
MEDIUM BURN MODE ............................................................................................. 13
LOW BURN MODE..................................................................................................... 13
REFUELING FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE...................................................... 14
SMOKING - CAUSES.................................................................................................. 14
IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................................................................... 16
MAINTAINING YOUR INGLENOOK FIREPLACE............................................... 17
CREOSOTE.................................................................................................................. 17
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE...................................................................................... 17
CHIMNEY FIRES ........................................................................................................ 17
GOLD
DOOR CARE.................................................................................................... 18
ASHES AND THE ASH PAN ...................................................................................... 18
FIREBRICK REPLACEMENT.................................................................................... 18
DOOR(S)
DOOR(S)
INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 19
ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................... 19
GLASS REPLACEMENT............................................................................................ 19
GLASS CLEANING..................................................................................................... 20
DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT............................................................................. 21
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION.................................................................................... 22
INGLENOOK
HEARTH
FRAMING,
FIREPLACE LOCATION.................................................................... 22
EXTENSION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................... 23
FACING, & MANTEL ............................................................................. 23
INSULATED CHASE CONSTRUCTION................................................................... 25
FACING........................................................................................................................ 25
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MANTEL...................................................................................................................... 25
MANTEL CLEARANCES:.......................................................................................... 26
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION AND CEARANCES:........................................ 26
HOT AIR DUCT INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 27
HOT AIR DUCT KIT ................................................................................................... 27
OUTSIDE AIR KIT ...................................................................................................... 29
OUTSIDE AIR KIT INSTALLATION ........................................................................ 30
ELECTRICAL LINE INSTALLATION...................................................................... 31
120 VOLTS AC FOR BLOWER SYSTEM................................................................. 31
BLOWER OPERATION ............................................................................................. 31
THE CHIMNEY ............................................................................................................. 32
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION ...................................................................................... 32
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 33
CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS ....................................... 38
CHIMNNEY TYPE ...................................................................................................... 39
APPROVED CHIMNEY PRODUCT........................................................................... 39
TYPE HT EIGHT INCH APPROVED CHIMNEY...................................................... 39
TYPE AIR COOLED EIGHT INCH LISTED PER UL 103 OR ULC S269 .................. 39
INSTALLATION ITEMS.............................................................................................. 40
APPENDIX A .................................................................................................................. 41
INGLENOOK FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 41
STOVE BRIGHT HIGH TEMP PAINT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 41
FIREPLACE PAINT CURE INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 41
GLASS-CERAMIC SPECIFICAITONS...................................................................... 41
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN HOT GLASS.......................................................... 42
APPENDIX B .................................................................................................................. 43
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES ......................................................................... 43
APPENDIX C .................................................................................................................. 44
REPLACEMENT
REPLACEMENT PART DRAWINGS ........................................................................ 45
APPENDIX D .................................................................................................................. 51
WARNING
PARTS ............................................................................................ 44
LABELS ................................................................................................... 51
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AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS INC. LIMITED
PRODUCT WARRANTY
This warranty is in effect on all products sold after 01/01/2009 and supersedes any and all warranties
currently in existence.
Please keep a copy of this warranty for your personal records or in the event of a claim
American Energy Systems Inc., hereinafter referred to as (AES), warrants to you, the original consumer
purchaser, that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years
from the original purchase date minus any time past one (1) year from manufacturing date, and that the
product’s electrical parts and steel firepot, are free from defects in material and workmanship for a period
of one (1) year from the original consumer purchase date minus any time past one (1) year from
manufacturing date, and that the cast iron firepot models carry a lifetime warranty against defect in material
or workmanship (excluding war page or deterioration), and that door glass carries a lifetime replacement
warranty against heat breakage (does not cover accidental breakage) . There is expressly no warranty on
installation of product, any venting, grates, gaskets, door latches, insulation, ceramic or brick
boards/logs/backing, paint, plated surfaces/doors/trims, baffles, bushings, bearings, auger flightings, war
page or discoloration of steel or plated parts or any other normal wearing part. In the event the product fails
to conform to this warranty, AES, through the place where you purchased the product or if purchased on
the AES E-Com store directly through AES, will provide the parts and components necessary to remedy
such nonconformity. AES will not be responsible for any labor, mileage or freight cost to the factory
under this warranty. This warranty is not transferable.
In order to obtain performance under this warranty, you must (1) have registered this warranty within 30
days of purchase by completing and returning the warranty registration card or filling in the on-line
warranty registration form at www.magnumheat.com, and (2) promptly report the claimed nonconformity
to your place of purchase, also providing your name, address, phone number, proof of purchase, date of
purchase, the model and serial number of the stove, digital pictures of installation and venting inside and
outside of the home, pictures of the claimed nonconformity part and the claimed nonconformity. All claims
must be submitted in writing to your place of purchase.
AES shall have no warranty obligations if this product; (1) was not purchased from an authorized AES
dealer; (2) was not installed by a AES dealer or other qualified installer; does not have outside combustion
air hooked directly to the unit; (3) was not operated and maintained in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, local or national codes or (4) was subject to abuse, misuse, negligence or
accident. AES shall have no warranty obligation for damage caused by improper handling, freight damage
(must be reported to freight provider), over-firing, unapproved fuel, variance in feed rates, variances in
BTU output or the unauthorized disassembly or modification of the product. AES shall have no warranty
obligation if this warranty is not timely registered, for claims which are not submitted through the selling
AES dealer, or for claims submitted verbally or without the required information and documentation.
Before exercising this warranty, an AES representative (the place where the product was purchased or AES
approved person) must inspect the part/unit to determine if the part/unit is defective. If a local AES
representative is not available the original purchaser of the product must submit digital pictures of the
part/unit, installation of the unit to AES at technical@magnumheat.com If the inspection reveals that the
failure is due to defective material or workmanship and the part is covered by the conditions of this
warranty, AES will, at its option, repair the defective part/unit. The sole duty of AES and liability under
this warranty is limited to the repair of the covered defective part/unit. The purchaser shall assume all costs
related to shipping the replacement parts or return of the unit to the factory for repairs. If it is determined
that the defect was caused by AES, AES will cover the costs of shipping the repaired part/unit to an AES
approved shipping point. AES will not cover additional freight or delivery services such as residence
delivery charges, special handling, etc.
INSTALLATION, VENTING, REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION COSTS ARE NOT COVERED
BY THIS WARRANTY.
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THE WARRANTY PRINTED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THE
PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. IT IS UNDERSTOOD
AND AGREED THAT AES’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED
TO THE PROVISION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS AND SHALL NOT INCLUDE
LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. ANY
ACTION BROUGHT UNDER THIS WARRANTY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN ONE
YEAR OF THE ACCRUAL OF THE CAUSE OF ACTION AND MAY ONLY BE BROUGHT
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MCCLOUD COUNTY, MINNESOTA.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damage, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING THROUGH THE PLACE WHERE
THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED. In the event where the place of purchase has ceased business or if
you feel that there is a legitimate reason that you cannot submit your claim to the place where the product
was purchased you may make a written request to the factory by emailing your request along with all of the
required information to technical@magnumheat.com . NOTE: Verbal requests will not be recognized.
If it is determined that warranty could have been performed by the place of purchase, the factory
will deny the claim.
Included with the claim must be the following information: (if this information is not complete, the claim
will be denied)
Name, address, telephone number, email address, of place of business where product was
purchased & also purchaser contact info.
Date of purchase, model and serial number of product, digital pictures of product (front, sides,
back, venting inside and outside)
(If there is ductwork, there must be digital pictures of entire ductwork installation, static pressures,
air flow measurements, and contact information of licensed/factory certified contractor that
installed unit)
Nature of defect, what has been serviced (service record), who installed product along with contact
information.
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American Energy Systems, Inc
150 Michigan Street SE
Hutchinson, MN 55350
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Name ___________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________ City ____________________
State: __________ Zip _____________ Phone Number _____________
Authorized Dealer __________________________________________________
Dealer Telephone #: __________________________________________________
Date Purchased: __________________________________________________
Model No# ___________________ Serial No# __________________
Installed By: __________________________________________________
Trained By: __________________________________________________
NOTE: FILL OUT THE ABOVE WARRANTY INFORMATION AND KEEP THIS
COPY FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS. REGISTRATION OF THIS
WARRANTY CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF ALL TERMS
CONTAINED THEREIN.
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FORWARD
American Energy Systems Inc. (AES) and its employees would like to thank you for the purchase of
an Inglenook Zero Clearance Fireplace. All of us at AES are very proud of this American born,
American tested, and American produced product. Through this pride and dedication, AES
employees wish you and your family a lifetime of happiness and warmth through the use of this
product.
AES also recognizes that no manufacturer brings a modern product to market without the valuable
assistance of many other organizations that collaborate to ensure the safest and highest quality
product does arrive at your doorstep. From design reviews, through initial product testing, to
government certification, to repetitive manufacturing process, AES has been assisted in many ways to
bring you, the customer, a high quality Inglenook product. Through a lifetime of use, AES hopes that
you come to appreciate and enjoy the Inglenook and take as much pride in the ownership of this
product as AES has taken in producing it.
AES wants to thank those agencies and individuals that have assisted in ensuring the Inglenook is a
safe, reliable product that will bring a lifetime of warmth to its users. Without the contribution of
time, effort, and knowledge by others, AES’s efforts would have been far more strenuous. AES is
extremely grateful for the assistance each of these entities provided in bringing the Inglenook to
market:
Environmental Protection Agency
ITS/Warnock Hersey
Security Chimneys International Ltd.
Selkirk, Inc.
ICC Industrial Chimney Co.
Heatilator
Metal-Fab, Inc.
On behalf of all American Energy Systems Inc. (AES) employees, THANK YOU for your purchase
and we wish you many warm and cozy evenings by the fire with your Country Flame Inglenook
Fireplace.
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SAFETY RULES
Warning: An outside air kit must be installed on the Inglenook Fireplace. Inglenook air
openings are never to be obstructed. Any obstruction of combustion air openings can
create danger both for the dwelling and the occupants.
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: The fireplace must be operated with the doors fully opened or fully closed. If the unit
is operated with the doors fully opened, the optional fire screen MUST
be used.
: When cleaning, all ashes should be placed in an approved metal container with a tight
fitting lid. The closed ash container should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on
the ground outside the house, pending final ash disposal. The ash should be retained in
a closed container until all ash and cinders have thoroughly cooled.
: Keep combustible materials at least 48 inches from the front of the fireplace.
Never use gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or
rekindle a fire in this fireplace. Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace at
all times.
: Do not use grates, andirons, or other methods of supporting fuel off the floor of the
firebox. Using such devices can cause “over burn” and generate excessive
temperatures.
: Never leave children unattended when there is a fire burning in the fireplace.
this fireplace. Contact your local authorized Country Flame Product Dealer or
American Energy Systems Inc. (AES) directly for any necessary clarification.
: AES does not recommend the use of solid fuel fire log products. If used, do not poke
or stir the logs. Follow all solid fuel fire log instructions, warnings, and caution
markings on the packaging prior to use.
: The use of some fuels (e.g. charcoal) can generate carbon monoxide and create hazards
associated from carbon monoxides. Ensure the hazards of any fuel being used in the
Inglenook are understood before burning occurs.
: AES strongly recommends the use of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. At a
minimum, these devices should be checked on a semi-annual basis.
: All Inglenook fuel loads must be behind the log retainer, i.e., no fuel should be
allowed between the log retainer and glass doors.
: Consult with your local authorized Country Flame Product Dealer, the local city code
department or the local fire department concerning installation of this product.
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WARNOCK HERSEY SAFETY LABEL
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THE INGLENOOK FIREPLACE
INTRODUCTION
The Inglenook hi-tech fireplace is an energy efficient, non-catalytic, heat circulating, closed
combustion system. As an Inglenook Fireplace owner, you can expect a lifetime of warmth from this
American Energy Systems Inc. product provided it is installed, maintained and operated properly.
Please read, understand, and retain the Inglenook Owners Manual. Do not destroy the
Owners Manual, as it should be retained for future reference.
It is important that the installer obtains a local building permit, if required, and conforms
to all local codes affecting the installation of this heating system. Contact your local
authorized Country Flame Product dealer for a list of qualified installers.
Failure to follow the Country Flame Product Owner’s Manual or conform to local codes
may void the warranty. Failure to follow industry recommended standards or local codes
may create a potentially unsafe condition that could be hazardous to surrounding
construction or residential occupants.
Use only industry-approved components during the installation of this product, including
but not limited to all chimney components.
PARTS REQUIRED
¾ Inglenook Fireplace
¾ Use only an 8” type HT or air cooled chimney listed per UL 103 or ULC S629
¾ Outside air kit
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (optional)
¾ Gravity Duct System
¾ Fire Screen (purchased locally)
¾ Custom Plated Door and Custom Plated Grill System
¾ Duel Blower system
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INGLENOOK FIREPLACE OPERATION
FUEL
The Inglenook should be fueled with seasoned cordwood. Hardwoods will provide more energy per
pound of wood consumed because of its superior density when compared to softwood. If hardwoods
are utilized to fuel your Inglenook, the results will be a longer burning fire that requires less frequent
refueling. It is recommended that whether hardwood or softwood is used, the moisture content should
not exceed 20%. Higher moisture content wood will be difficult to burn and will result in lower
efficiency, increased creosoting in the chimney and on the glass. Excessively dry firewood will burn
well but will increase emissions output and burn at a faster rate.
Do not burn scrap, garbage, treated wood or wood such as driftwood which has been exposed to salt
or other chemicals that will corrode the firebox and chimney. Do not burn large amounts of paper,
cardboard, tree branches or building construction materials. The intense fires these products create
may overheat the fireplace thus causing damage to the unit, a potential fire outside the firebox or even
possibly igniting a chimney fire.
FIRST FIRE
Before using your Inglenook Fireplace for the first time, ensure that all packaging material has been
removed from the outside and inside the fireplace. Remove all glue with mild soap and ensure the
door windows have been cleaned of all foreign material before starting the first fire. If gold doors
have been purchased with the Inglenook Fireplace, ensure proper cleaning before the first fire. Proper
cleaning must be accomplished or permanent damage can occur to the gold finish.
It is best to ensure that the first six fires are small and short in duration. Use only enough firewood to
limit the fire to a one-hour burn until six fires have been burnt. The purpose of these small fires is to
allow proper curing of the refractory bricks and the exterior paint. The first fires may produce slight
smoking due to curing of the paint and steel. The owner should be prepared to ensure open window
ventilation during the first few fires. In addition, any dust that has accumulated on the fireplace will
burn off during these first few fires. The owner should remain alert to setting off a smoke alarm that
is located in the same or adjacent rooms to the Inglenook Fireplace.
BUILDING A FIRE
Check for proper fireplace draft. Preheat the flue if necessary in order to establish proper fire draft.
Several crumpled balls of newspaper can be placed into the firebox to preheat the chimney. Once
heated, additional small crumpled papers can be added with small dry pieces of kindling added on top
of the paper. Crisscrossing this small kindling over the paper will create airspace between the
kindling thus ensuring a quicker start to the fire. It is important that air can circulate around the
kindling during the start up process. Open the Inglenook Fireplace combustion air control fully (left
most position) and light the newspaper. Close the doors to the fireplace once the newspaper is well
ignited. As soon as the kindling fire is established, you can add cordwood.
The Inglenook Fireplace should be operated with the air control fully open until such time that the
owner believes the cordwood is well ignited.
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COMBUSTION CONTROL
The Inglenook is not designed to operate with a flue damper. As is standard practice with hi-tech
high efficiency fireplaces, the Inglenook combustion air damper controls all air entering the firebox.
This combustion air damper allows the owner more precise control of the fire by accurately
controlling the air available for combustion. The combustion air damper control is located on the
right side of the Inglenook just below the bottom edge of the top grill as shown in Figure 1. An air
damper tool is offered by the factory to extend the length of this control mechanism. This
combustion air damper control is fully opened when the control is moved all the way to its left
position. The combustion air control is completely closed when the control is moved to its far right.
To ensure no air leakage or air infiltration into your home when the Inglenook Fireplace is not in use,
the combustion control lever should be kept in its closed position. This will minimize air leakage
through the chimney. The combustion air control should be opened before opening the doors to your
Inglenook to eliminate the possibility of a back draft into the room where your fireplace is located.
FIGURE 1: COMBUSTION AIR DAMPER CONTROL
HIGH BURN MODE
The maximum heat output can be obtained from your Inglenook Fireplace by operating the firebox
with a full load of wood, the doors closed and the combustion air damper fully open. This high burn
mode ensures the hottest fire with maximum heat output. The Inglenook Fireplace can produce a
maximum of 151,200 BTU of heat per hour. Operating the Inglenook in the high burn mode will
necessitate the need for refilling the firebox with fuel on an accelerated basis. The amount of fuel
needed and the time between refueling is dependent on many factors including moisture content of
wood, type of wood, environmental factors, and chimney type and height. To obtain a longer burn
time, the combustion air damper control can be partially or fully closed. By adjusting the combustion
air damper from its fully open position, the owner will obtain longer burn times by reducing the burn
rates of the fuel. These reduced combustion modes are covered in the following paragraphs.
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FIGURE 2: HIGH BURN COMBUSTION AIR DAMPER SETTING
CAUTION
must be used when operating the Inglenook Fireplace with the combustion air damper
control wide open. Only seasoned hardwood should be burnt in this manner. Burning softwoods,
small dry pieces of construction scraps, trash or paper with the combustion air damper control wide
open will cause a very intense fire to be created. This intense high temperature fire could
permanently damage the Inglenook firebox or create hazardous situations. Extreme care must be
exercised when operating the Inglenook Fireplace in the accelerated combustion mode. In fact, the
factory strongly recommends that the Inglenook Fireplace NOT be operated in accelerated
combustion mode for more than 1 hour continuous. Failure to observe this recommendation may
cause excessive heat build up and damage to the gold door plating or to the cast door paint.
MEDIUM BURN MODE
The factory recommends this mode for normal use of the Inglenook Fireplace. Operating the
fireplace in this manner will minimize the amount of creosote on the glass and in the chimney. The
combustion air damper should be set somewhere between the ¼ and ½ closed position as shown in
Figure 3 to obtain a medium combustion fire. The precise setting for your Inglenook combustion air
damper will depend on many factors, including chimney length and the moisture content of the wood.
Do not be afraid to experiment to find the optimum position to satisfy your requirements for a warm
and satisfying fire. As an example, a long warm chimney will necessitate closing the combustion air
damper more due to the natural draw created by the flue gases being drawing through the chimney.
FIGURE 3: MEDIUM BURN COMBUSTION AIR DAMPER SETTING
To establish proper medium combustion burn mode, close the combustion air damper completely and
then set the combustion air damper somewhere between the ¼ to ½ closed setting. The firebox
should contain at least several medium size pieces of wood burning on a bed of hot coals. The
Inglenook heat output will be between 40,000 and 60,000 BTU per hour in the medium combustion
burn mode. In order to maintain a constant medium heat output, load more firewood about every four
to five hours. If softwoods are used in place of seasoned hardwoods the operator of the Inglenook
Fireplace should expect significantly reduced times for burn rates with reduced heat output.
LOW BURN MODE
When the Inglenook Fireplace air combustion damper is fully closed, as shown in Figure 4, a low
combustion fire will occur. Low combustion will not put the fire out but there will be a noticeable
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change in the flame pattern. The flames will be slow and intermittent and may appear dirty if the
wood is too wet i.e., a moisture content of 20% and more.
During the Low Combustion Burn Mode, creosote may accumulate on the glass doors. Low
combustion burning should only be used after the firebox has been allowed to reach a hot operating
temperature i.e., the air combustion damper has been fully open to produce a hot fire for about an
hour. Low combustion can be used at night in order to reduce the heat output and to prolong the
burn. The loading time will be between six to twelve hours.
FIGURE 4: LOW BURN COMBUSTION AIR DAMPER SETTING
REFUELING FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE
The Inglenook Fireplace performance will be greatly enhanced if the operator will ensure the
combustion air damper is fully opened after refueling. If this process is followed, the firebox and
chimney system will return to optimum operating temperature in the shortest period of time.
Combustion efficiency is directly affected by firebox temperature and following the above stated
process will ensure maximum efficiency of your Inglenook Fireplace. The upper part of the
Inglenook firebox temperature should exceed 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit or higher in order to achieve
maximum operating efficiency. To obtain this firebox temperature after reloading of wood, the
Inglenook should be operated with the combustion air damper fully opened for a minimum of 15 to
30 minutes. Again, the time will vary depending on the room heat, moisture content of the wood and
the type of wood being burnt. Once the Inglenook has reached a proper operating temperature, the
combustion air damper can be gradually closed. A good indication that the proper temperature has
been reached is when a flame can be seen at the top of the firebox. This upper fire indicates excellent
combustion and will ensure cleaner glass, less creosoting, greater efficiency, and the greatest warmth
and viewing pleasure for your family to enjoy.
SMOKING - CAUSES
In order to reduce the problematic issue of smoke escaping from the Inglenook Fireplace when
opening the firebox doors, always ensure that the combustion air damper is in the fully open position
before the doors are opened. CAUTION: ALWAYS open all fireplace doors very slowly. This will
ensure that the fireplace is drafting through the fresh air intake and the chimney system rather than
using your house as a source for air or the expulsion of air. Your fireplace has been designed and
tested to provide smoke free operation. Occasionally, there may be a small amount of smoking due to
the fact that the chimney system has not reached proper operating temperature. A warm chimney
system ensures maximum draft efficiency for the firebox. If the fireplace continues to smoke it is
probably for one of the following reasons:
1. Doors Partly Open
Always operate the Inglenook with the front doors fully open or fully closed. If the doors are
operated fully open, the optional screen kit MUST
be installed for safety reasons.
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2. Negative Pressure
As the Inglenook fire burns, the exhaust gases are drafted up and out of the chimney system. The
Inglenook Fireplace system is “pulling” fresh air from somewhere to keep the fire burning
properly. The Inglenook’s exhausted draft air has to be replaced via a properly operating outside
air duct system connected to the fireplace. If not connected properly, the fireplace will draw air
to the firebox from inside the house or the fire will be starved due to a lack of available
combustion air. This incorrect process will create a negative pressure (reduced pressure inside
the house compared to outside air pressure) in your home. If your Inglenook Fireplace has been
properly installed, fresh combustion air will be supplied through the outside air duct to the fire.
Check the Inglenook Fireplace system by temporarily opening a window near the fireplace. With
the fireplace doors closed and a fire operating, you should see no change in the fire when the
window is temporarily opened. This check ensures your Inglenook has an adequate air supply
through the outside air tube and is unaffected by home air when the fireplace doors are closed. If
the fireplace doors are open, house air pressure may be affected in a negative or positive pressure
depending on conditions.
3. Fan Operation (i.e., Bathroom Exhaust, Kitchen Exhaust)
Exhaust fans draw air out of a home and may actually create negative pressure (absence of air or
reduced air pressure inside a well sealed home.) When operating your Inglenook hi-tech
fireplace, ensure that all of your home’s exhaust fans are turned off or that a window is opened
slightly to ensure these fans do not create a negative pressure inside your home. If these exhaust
fans are operated with a window slightly open, the fans will not try to draw air from the fireplace
which could create a smoke condition inside the home.
4. Wet Wood
Wet or tarred firewood will smolder and smoke instead of burning as efficiently as seasoned
woods. Improperly seasoned wood will increase annual maintenance and operating costs of your
Inglenook Fireplace. It is worth your time, money, and enjoyment to ensure that you have good
seasoned wood to burn in your Inglenook Fireplace.
5. Blocked Chimney
The chimney serves as an exit for all burnt gases created during the fire burning process.
Blockage (heavy soot or dirt) of either the chimney or the air intake port may make the Inglenook
Fireplace operate improperly or render it unusable. Always ensure, prior to the heating season,
that a qualified service technician has checked the fireplace chimney and outside air intake
system. This simple process should ensure an enjoyable heating season with the Inglenook
Fireplace.
6. Chimney too Short
The Inglenook Fireplace minimum chimney height is 8 feet. This minimum height does not
include the fireplace height. The Inglenook chimney must extend at least 3 feet (915 mm) above
its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet (610 mm) higher than any roof or wall within
10 feet (3 cm) of it. If installed with offsets, the minimum chimney height is 12 feet not
including the height of the fireplace. Additional chimney height will increase draft and therefore
will decrease the tendency of the Inglenook to smoke. Figure 5 shows a sloped roof chimney
installation.
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FIGURE 5: CHIMNEY INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS
7. Poor Chimney Draft
Perform the following simple test of your chimney draft. With no fire in the Inglenook firebox
hold a recently lit match (smoke should be trailing from the match) inside the firebox towards the
upper one third of the top of the firebox. If the draft is proper, you should see the match smoke
being exhausted up through the baffle. Chimneys installed against an outside wall without
protection may generate back draft problems, which will cause problems in starting your
Inglenook fire. To minimize this problem in the event that it occurs open a nearby window. Now
roll up a piece of paper and light it inside the firebox. Hold this lit paper towards the upper part
of the firebox just above the baffle. It may be necessary repeat this step several times in order to
obtain proper operating temperature in the chimney so draft can be sustained. Be careful not to
burn yourself with the paper. Once you see the smoke from the lit paper is drafting better a fire
can be started in Inglenook Fireplace.
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. The hot air room vent of your Inglenook may only be blocked off if the gravity duct kit is
being installed. If you are going to block off the hot air room vent and install the gravity
duct kit use only the optional Inglenook block off kit. Failure to install the gravity duct
kit with the hot air grill blocked will cause your system to overheat.
2. Never use gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or other flammable liquids to start a
fire.
3. Do not burn coal. The sculpture in coal will corrode the firebox.
4. Do not burn ocean driftwood or other waterlogged wood. The salt will corrode the
firebox and chimney.
5. Do not operate the Inglenook with doors partially open or with one door open.
6. Do not overfill the firebox or burn wood in the area in front of the grate.
7. Do not abuse your Inglenook by burning paper, or cardboard or construction material
such as pressed wood, plywood or lumber.
8. Do not allow wood to smolder or burn without flame, since this will produce excessive
creosote in the unit.
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