Astria fireplaces Brentwood LV User Manual

INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Brentwood™ LV

EPA Wood-Burning Fireplaces
P/N 900095-00 REV. C 06/2016

MODEL

Brentwood LV

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A French manual is available upon request. Order P/N 900096-00.

Ce manuel d’installation est disponible en francais, simplement en faire
la demande. Numéro de la pièce 900096-00.

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THIS UNIT REQUIRES THE INSTALLATION OF A

FINISHING KIT. SEE “PARTS REQUIRED”

SECTION FOR DETAILS

Fireplace, Also For Use In

Manufactured Homes With Solid Fuel Only.

WARNING

• Hot! Do not touch! The glass and
surfaces of this appliance will be hot
during operation and will retain heat
for a while after shutting off the appli­ance. Severe burns may result.

• Carefully supervise children in the
same room as appliance.

If small children are present in the home, it is

•
recommended that this appliance be fi tted with
an adjustable safety gate or barrier screen.

This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, effi cient and
dependable installation of your fi replace system. Please read and
understand these instructions before beginning your installation.

Do not alter or modify the fi replace or its components under any circum­stances. Any modifi cation or alteration of the fi replace system, including
but not limited to the fi replace, chimney components and accessories,
may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system and could
result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.

IHP wood-burning fi replaces are designed for use as a supplemental
heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat
source.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING

• The fi replace cannot be operated without a door
or fi rescreen. Consult your dealer to select the
correct door or fi rescreen.
Important! To assure proper alignment of glass

•
doors: Install this fi replace in a square and
plumb condition, using shims as necessary at
sides and/or bottom.

•

Install the fi replace only as described in these
instructions.

Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 & UL-127

CUS

Report # 14-180
EPA Cert. No. 537

P900095-00

IMPORTANT! GENERAL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS. READ AND
UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY

RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE.

WARNING

THE FIREPLACE MUST BE OPER­ATED WITH THE DOOR FULLY
OPENED OR DOOR FULLY CLOSED.
IF THE DOORS ARE LEFT PARTLY
OPENED, GAS AND FLAME MAY BE
DRAWN OUT OF THE FIREPLACE
OPENING, CREATING RISKS OF
BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE. IF THE
UNIT IS OPERATED WITH THE
DOORS FULLY OPENED, THE
OPTIONAL FIRESCREEN MUST
BE USED.

WARNING

NEVER use gasoline, gasoline­type lantern fuel, kerosene,
charcoal lighter fl uid, naphtha,
engine oil or similar liquids to
start or “freshen up” a fi re in this
fi replace. Keep any fl ammable
liquids a safe distance from the
fi replace at all times.

WARNING

THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN
TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED
GAS LOGS OR A FIREPLACE
INSERT. TO REDUCE RISK
OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT
INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS
LOG SET OR FIREPLACE INSERT
OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT
SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS
FIREPLACE.

WARNING

Never leave your fi replace unat­tended while it is burning.

WARNING

To avoid the risk of damaging
fi replace materials and increas­ing the risk of fi re, do not use the
fi replace to cook or warm food.

2

WARNING

Use care when selecting window
treatments for windows located
near the fi replace. Avoid using
combustible flowing window
treatments such as curtains on
nearby windows that are of suf­fi cient length to be blown in front
of an open fl ame when the window
is opened. Keep any combustible
furniture, materials or decorative
pillows at least 48" (1219 mm)
from the front fi replace opening.

WARNING

Never modify or alter your fi replace
system in any way. To do so may
create a potential fi re hazard and
void the limited warranty

, listings

and approvals of this system.

IMPORTANT

When burning wood, use SOLID
NATURAL DRY WELL-SEASONED
WOOD ONLY. Hardwoods are rec­ommended (soft woods tend to burn
very quickly).

• DO NOT burn treated wood,
charcoal, coal, trash, cardboard,
driftwood, woods dipped in tar,
Christmas tree greens, pitch, pine
tar, creosote, chemical chimney
cleaners, fl ame colorants, poly­styrene packaging, wood prod­ucts with synthetic binders (i.e.
plywood). Plywood, lumber and
other misc. materials can produce
abnormally high temperatures,
sputtering and smoking fi res and
may contain hazardous chemicals
to treat insects and fungus.

• Burning unapproved fuels can
produce excessive temperatures,
beyond the design capabilities
of the fi replace and may produce
excess sparks or may contain
hazardous chemicals. Burning
unapproved fuels can result in
a chimney fire, a house fire,
personal injury, death or loss of
property.

WARNING

Never leave children unattended
when there is a fi re burning in the
fi replace.

WARNING

Always ensure that the air inlet to
the fi replace is free from debris
and any other obstructions that
can block the entrance of air.

IMPORTANT

WHEN INSTALLED IN A MOBILE OR
MANUFACTURED HOME:

• Mobile or manufactured home
installations must be installed in
accordance with the requirements
of the Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) “Mobile
Home Construction and Safety stan­dards” for US or Canada Mortgage
and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
for Canada.

• The fi replace must be fastened to
the fl oor by unfolding and screwing
the small tabs on both sides at the
bottom of the fi replace.

• It is necessary to have access
openings, for inspection purpose
only, into built-in enclosures sur­rounding the fi replace installation.
Such openings to require a house­hold tool for access.

• The vapor barrier of the mobile
home shall be as close as possible
of the location where the chimney
assembly penetrates the ceiling
and roof structure with no interfer­ence to the required clearance to
combustible material.

• When the mobile or manufactured
home has a fl at roof, the Attic Radia­tion Shield must be installed from
below going through the roof (See
Figures 29b and 29d).

• Warning: Do not install in a
sleeping room.

• Caution: The structural integrity
of the manufactured home fl oor,
wall, and ceiling/roof must be
maintained.

WARNING

Neither the manufacturer nor the
seller warrants “smoke free”
operation nor are we respon­sible for inadequate system draft
caused by mechanical systems,
general construction conditions,
inadequate chimney heights,
adverse wind conditions and/or
unusual environmental factors or
conditions beyond our control.

CONGRATULATIONS!

PARTS REQUIRED

When you purchased your new wood fi replace, you joined the ranks of thousands of
individuals whose answer to their home heating needs refl ects their concern for aesthetics,
effi ciency and our environment. We extend our continued support to help you achieve
the maximum benefi t and enjoyment available from your new wood fi replace.

Thank you for selecting a IHP wood fi replace as the answer to your home supplemental
heating needs.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES and Specifi cations for
Mobile or Manufactured

Home Installation .........................Page 2

Introduction ......................................Page 3

Parts Required .................................Page 3

Optional Equipment ...........................Page 3

Operating The Fireplace ....................Page 4

Fuel ...................................................Page 4

Combustion Control .........................Page 4

Refueling For Best Performance .......Page 5

Smoking – Causes And

Troubleshooting ............................Page 5

Important Cautions ...........................Page 5

Maintaining Your

Brentwood™ LV Fireplace.............Page 6

Chimney Maintenance .......................Page 6

Dealing With A Chimney Fire .............Page 6

Finish Door Casing Care ....................Page 6

Disposing of Ashes ...........................Page 6

Refractory Installation .......................Page 7

Door Installation ...............................Page 7

Door Adjustment ...............................Page 7

Glass Care - Replacement .................Page 8

Glass Care - Cleaning ........................Page 8

Gasket Replacement ........................Page 8

Fireplace Installation ........................Page 8

Locating The Brentwood LV Fireplace ..Page 8

Installing The Finishing Kits ..............Page 9

Framing, Facing And Mantel ..............Page 10

Hearth Extension Requirements .......Page 10

Cold Climate Installations ..................Page 10

Fireplace and Framing Dimensions ...Page 11

Insulated Chase Construction ...........Page 12

Nailing Flanges ..................................Page 12

Facing / Mantel ..................................Page 13

Hot Air Ducting Installation ..............Page 14

Gravity Kit .........................................Page 14

Central Forced Air Kit ........................Page 15

Outside Air Kit ..................................Page 16

Chimney System ...............................Page 17

Chimney Installation Notes ...............Page 17

Chimney Installation Instructions ......Page 18

Offset Chimney Installation ...............Page 19

Angled Wall Radiation Shield ............Page 21

Chimney Support Installation ............Page 22

Chimney Chase And

Multiple Terminations......................Page 22

Chimney Adaptor ..............................Page 22

Masonry Application Instructions .....Page 23

Installation Accessories ....................Page 24

Replacement Parts ............................Page 25

Specifi cations ....................................Page 25

Clearance to Combustibles ................Page 25

Chimney Components Lists ..............Page 27

Warranty ...........................................Page 29

Product Reference Information .........Page 30

THE FIREPLACE

INTRODUCTION

The Brentwood™ LV wood-burning fi replace
is an energy effi cient, heat circulating, closed
combustion fi replace. You will receive a lifetime
of comfort and enjoyment from your fi replace
provided it is installed, maintained and oper­ated properly.

• Please read these instructions and retain

this manual for future reference.

• Before beginning the fi replace installation,

consult the local authorities to obtain your
building permit and check your local building
codes. Install the fi replace only as described
in these instructions and using only IHP
components.

• This fi replace has been tested for CAN/ULC
S610-M87 and ANSI/UL 127 under report
number 3011202. It has also been tested
for EPA 40 C.F.R Part 60, section 60.532(b).
Certifi cate number 537.

• The Brentwood LV fi replace is not intended for

use with a gas log set. Do not use a fi replace
insert or any other product with this fi replace
unless it is specifi ed by IHP for use with this
appliance. Failure to follow these instructions
will void the certifi cation and the warranty of
the fi replace and may result in an unsafe
installation.

• IHP wood fi replaces are designed for use as
a supplemental heater. They are not intended
for continuous use as a primary heat source.

Fireplace Model Brentwood LV

• .Finishing Kit - Required *

...(Order Separately)

- Louver kit
OR

- Clean face obstruction plate kit. Must be
used in conjunction with a gravity vent kit.

*SEE “INSTALLING THE FINISHING KITS”
SECTION FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF THE FIN­ISHING KITS.

•

.Black steel door - Required

...(included w/fi replace)

•

.Outside air kit - Required

...(included w/fi replace)

•

. Blower kit with thermo-disc

... (included w/fi replace)

• 6” diameter chimney

- model ASHT+,

*

S-2100+, HT6000+, HT6103+ or AC manu­factured by Security Chimneys International™
only, including:

- Chimney lengths

- Elbows (where necessary)

- Associated components as per these
installation instructions

• 6” diameter chimney

DTC manufactured by DuraVent

- Model DuraTech®

**

®

only,

including:

- Chimney lengths

- Elbows (where necessary)

- Associated components as per these
installation instructions

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

• Additional Equipment (optional)

- AC chimney adaptor

(required if using AC chimney)

- AC chimney outside air kit

- Gravity venting system

- Central forced air kit 

- Blower speed control

- Rigid Firescreen



Not tested under EPA certification. If
installed, this appliance no longer quali­fi es for EPA certifi cation. Check with local
authorities having jurisdiction for require­ments in your area.

Available from Security Chimneys™

*
**

*



Available from DuraVent

®

3

OPERATING THE FIREPLACE

Fuel - USE SOLID NATURAL WOOD FUEL

This appliance is designed to burn dry

ONLY.

seasoned natural wood only (see Page 6 for a
list of prohibited fuels). Failure to burn proper
fuels only will void the certifi cation and the
warranty of the appliance. Hardwoods

ferred to softwoods since the energy content of
wood is relative to its density. Hardwoods will
result in a longer burning fi re and less frequent
refueling. A moisture content of 15% to 20%
(seasoned) is recommended. Wood that has
been cut and split and let to dry under a cover
for a period of one year will usually meet that
criteria. The required drying time will vary
depending on the climate. Wood that is packed
tight together will take longer to dry. Seasoned
wood is darker in color than wet wood and will
have visible cracks in the grain on the ends.
Excessively wet wood will be diffi cult to burn
and will result in lower effi ciency, increased
creosoting and deposits on the glass and in
the chimney. Excessively dry wood will burn
well but will also have higher emissions and
shorter burning time.

DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER

Attempts to achieve heat output rates that
exceed heater design specifi cations can result
in permanent damage to the heater.

First Fires

Before using the fi replace make sure to remove
the plastic wrapping and EPA label on door.
Remove any glue residue left by the label
using mild soap.

The fi rst fi ve or six fi res should be small fi res
of short duration (about 30 to 60 minutes).

This will help cure the refractory bricks. During
the fi rst few fi res of this appliance there may
be some odor and smoke due to the curing of
the paint, dust accumulation and burning off of
lubricants used in the manufacturing process. It
may set off a smoke alarm located in the same
room. For this reason the room should be well
ventilated for the fi rst few fi res.

WARNING

Be careful adding wood fuel to the
fi re or handling fi replace tools such
as shovels, tongs or pokers.

4

are pre-

WARNING

The bottom refractory can be
cracked by excessive abuse such
as tossing heavy logs onto the
grate or gouging with fi replace
tools. Exercise caution when
adding wood to your fi replace.

Building a Fire
(starting and maintaining a fi re)

To start a fi re, place several crumpled up balls of
newspaper in the fi rebox. Place small dry pieces
of kindling on top of the paper, criss-crossing
the kindling so that there are air spaces in be­tween. Keep the fuel far back enough so that air
can get underneath. Open the air controls fully
and light the newspaper. Once the newspaper
and the kindling is well ignited, close the door.
Once the kindling fi re is well established, cord
wood can be added (see Primary Air Combus-
tion Control section for proper operation of the
air controls).

The unit will burn best with 2-3 pieces of cord
wood spaced 1 to 2 inches apart and allowing
air to get under the fuel. Criss-crossing or ar­ranging the fuel so that air can get underneath,
will help the fi re to get started easily. The unit
should be operated with the air control fully open
long enough to get the cord wood well ignited.

COMBUSTION CONTROLS

Primary Air and Air Boost Controls

There is no fl ue damper in the Brentwood LV
fi replace. As is common with air tight stoves,
the combustion air control sets the fl ow of air
entering the fi rebox. This allows for a more
precise control of the fi re. The combustion air
control is located below the door on the left side.
The main source of air (primary air) entering
the fi rebox can be diminished by moving the
air combustion control from left to right. The
primary air is fully opened when the air control
is completely moved to the left. The air control
device can also be used to add an extra boost of
air especially during fi re start up and reloading
of the unit. Pulling the air combustion control
will induce an air boost at the base of the fi re
allowing an easier fi re start up. When the fi re is
well established, the control can be pushed in
to shut down the air boost allowing for a longer
burn time. The combustion air control should
be in the closed position (primary air and air
boost) when the fi replace is not in use. This
will minimize air leakage up the chimney. The
combustion air control should be opened before
opening the door to minimize the possibility of
back draft coming into the room.

Accelerated Combustion

The maximum heat output for the Brentwood
LV fi replace is achieved by burning with the
door closed and the combustion air opened
and pulled out. By this method, the Brentwood

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.

LV fi replace can produce up to 55,000 BTU of
heat per hour. However, it will be necessary
to reload with wood every one or two hours.
This is the least effi cient method of burning the
Brentwood LV fi replace.

Use caution when fi ring with the combustion
air control wide open. Only burn cord wood
in this manner. Small dry pieces of softwood
and construction scraps will burn very intensely
using this method and may damage the fi rebox.

Push to Close
Air Boost

Pull to

Open

Air Boost

Slow

Medium

Accelerated

Figure 1

Medium Combustion

This is the recommended mode of operating
the Brentwood™ LV fi replace and should be
the one normally used since it will deposit the
least amount of creosote on the glass and in
the chimney. The combustion air control must
be 3/4 closed (Figure 1) and pushed in to close
the air boost. The precise setting will depend
on many factors, including chimney length and
the moisture content of the wood.

For instance, a long chimney will necessitate
closing the damper more. To obtain the proper
combustion, close the damper completely, then
open it about 1/4” to 1/2”. Three medium size
pieces of wood should be burning on a bed of
hot coals. The heat output will be approximately
30,000 BTU per hour and the loading time will
be about every 3-4 hours. Softwoods may be
burned using this method but the time will be
substantially reduced.

Slow Combustion

When the air combustion control is completely
closed, the fi replace is in a slow combustion
phase. If the hearth is hot enough, slow combus­tion will not extinguish the fi re, but there will be
a noticeable change in the fl ame pattern. The
fl ames will be slow and may appear dirty if the
wood is too wet (moisture content of 20% and
more). Do not allow the wood to burn without
fl ame, since this will produce excessive creosote
in the unit.

Creosote may accumulate on the glass door. This
method of burning should be used only after
operating the Brentwood LV fi replace with the
air control opened

(Figure 1) to produce a hot

fi re for about an hour or at medium pace for at
least three (3) hours. Slow combustion can be
used at night in order to reduce the heat output
and to prolong the burn. The loading time will
be between 6-8 hours.

REFUELING FOR BEST PERFORMANCE

The Brentwood LV fi replace will operate best if
attention is given to operating the unit with the
damper fully opened

(fi gure 1)

after refueling
in order to bring the fi rebox and the chimney
system up to their optimum operating tempera­ture. Combustion effi ciency is relative to fi rebox
temperature. A temperature of 932º F (500º C)
and up, with a visible fl ame, in the upper part
of the fi rebox indicates a maximum effi ciency.
To obtain this temperature, the fi replace must
be operated with the primary air and air boost
controls fully opened during 10 to 20 minutes
after reloading, depending on the heat and on
the moisture content of the wood.

Once you have reached the desired temperature,
the air boost can be closed and the primary air
set to a medium setting. You know you have
reached the desired temperature when, closing
the primary air control, you can see a fl ame
at the top of the fi rebox. The benefi t of this
technique will be cleaner glass, less creosoting,
greater effi ciency and the most pleasing fi re for
your enjoyment. If your fi replace is equipped
with a forced air system, make sure the central
blower is turned off during reloading to avoid
smoking problems.

SMOKING –
CAUSES AND TROUBLESHOOTING

To reduce the likelihood of smoking when open­ing the door, set the combustion air controls to
the left before opening the door. Your fi replace
has been designed and tested to provide smoke
free operation. Occasionally, there may be a
small amount of smoking upon lighting the fi re,
until the chimney heats up but this should not
continue. If the fi replace continues to smoke
it is probably for one of the following reasons:

A. Negative pressure in the house -

As the fi re burns, air goes up the chimney.

This air must be replaced through leakage
into the house or through the outside air duct.
When operating the Brentwood LV fi replace,
open a nearby window temporarily to check
if there is adequate replacement air supply.

B. Blowers operating (e.g.: range hood) -

These blowers draw air out of the house
and may actually cause a negative pressure
in the house. Turn off all blowers and open
a nearby window to determine if this is the
cause of the problem.

C. Wet wood - Wet or tarred wood will smoulder

and smoke instead of burning properly.

dealer can help you determine if you have
properly seasoned wood for burning.

D. Dirty or blocked chimney - Check to make

sure the chimney is clear and clean.

call a certifi ed chimney sweep or use a
properly sized chimney brush to clean.

E. Chimney not long enough - The minimum

chimney height is twelve (12) feet (3.7 m) not
including the fi replace height. The chimney
must extend at least three (3) feet (915 mm)
above its point of contact with the roof and
at least two (2) feet (610 mm) higher than
any roof or wall within ten (10) feet (3 m) of
it. When installed with offsets, the minimum
chimney height is fi fteen (15) feet. Additional
height will increase draft and will decrease
the tendency to smoke.

F. Poor chimney draft - With no fi re, there should

be suffi cient draft to exhaust cigarette smoke
introduced under the baffl e. Chimneys installed
against an outside wall without protection may
generate back draft problems which will cause
start-up problems. To prevent this, open a
nearby window, roll up a piece of paper and
light it. Then, hold it in the upper part of the
fi rebox to warm up the chimney. Wait until
the draft is suffi cient, then start the fi re.

G. Blower for forced air kit operating - Make

sure that the blower is in the “off” position
when you open the fi replace door for reloading.

Your

If dirty

IMPORTANT CAUTIONS

A. Do not block the hot air vents to the fi replace

as this will cause the fi replace to overheat.

B. Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern

fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fl uid, or
similar liquids to start or ‘freshen up’ a fi re
in this fi replace. Keep all such liquids well
away from the fi replace while it is in use.

C. Do not burn coal. The sulphur in coal will

corrode the fi rebox and chimney.

D. Do not burn driftwood which has been in the

ocean or salt water. The salt will corrode
the fi rebox and chimney.

E. Do not burn wood in the area in front of the

grate.

F. Do not abuse the unit by burning paper, or

cardboard or construction material such as
pressed wood, plywood or lumber. Wood
protectors, metallic paper, coal, plastic,
waste, sulphur and/or oil will damage the
fi replace.

G. Do not allow the wood to smoulder or burn

without fl ame, since this will produce
excessive creosote in the unit

as well as

increased particulate emissions.

Smoke Detectors Recommended

Since there are always several potential sources
of fi re in any home, we recommend installing
smoke detectors. If possible, install the smoke
detector in a hallway adjacent to the room
(to reduce the possibility of occasional false
activation from the heat produced by these

appliances). If your local code requires a smoke
detector be installed within the same room, you
must follow the requirements of your local code.
Check with your local building department for
requirements in your area.

Carbon Monoxide Monitor Recommended

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of

carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the fl u
with headaches, dizziness and/or nausea. If you
have these signs, obtain fresh air immediately.
Some people are more affected by carbon mon­oxide than others, including pregnant women,
people with heart or lung disease or anemia,
those under the infl uence of alcohol, and those
at high altitudes.

It is against federal regulations to operate
wood heaters in a manner inconsistent with
operating instructions in the manual.

MAINTAINING YOUR BRENTWOOD™ LV
FIREPLACE

Have your product inspected at least once
a year by a qualifi ed service technician to
ensure gaskets, air tubes, baffl es, and vent­ing are in good repair to ensure proper per­formance. Have degraded items replaced
by a qualifi ed service technician.

This wood heater needs periodic inspection
and repair for proper operation. Consult the
owner’s manual for further information. It is
against federal regulations to operate this
wood heater in a manner inconsistent with the
operating in this manual.

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 fl ue of a slow-burning fi re.

As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the
fl ue lining. When ignited this creosote makes
an extremely hot fi re.

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 fi re.

When the creosote accumulation is large, a
creosote fi re in the chimney can damage the
chimney and overheat the surrounding wood
framing. Creosote formation in a chimney can
be minimized by making sure there is always
visible fl ame burning, avoid smouldering fi res
and by proper refuelling techniques.

5

Chimney Maintenance

Regular chimney inspection and maintenance
combined with proper operation will prevent
chimney fi res. Keep your chimney clean. Do not
allow more than 1/16” (1.6 mm) creosote build
up in your chimney. The amount of creosote
will depend on variables such as frequency of
use and type of fi re. We recommend that you:

A. Initially inspect the chimney system weekly.

From this, you will learn how often it will be
necessary to clean your chimney.

B. Have your chimney cleaned by a qualifi ed

chimney sweep. If you wish to clean it
yourself, we recommend using a stiff plastic
or non-metallic brush. If a metal brush is
used, its size should be slightly smaller than
the fl ue to avoid damaging the chimney. Do
not use a brush that will scratch the stainless
steel interior of the chimney.

C. Do not expect chemical cleaners to keep

your chimney clean. The rain cap can be
removed for inspection and/or cleaning of
the chimney.

Top Baffl e Removal Prior to Cleaning The
Chimney

Before starting to clean your chimney, we
recommend that you remove the top baffl e to
avoid creosote dust collection at the top of the
baffl e. Follow these steps to set the top baffl e
out of the way:

1. Remove the side refractory holder. They are
located at the top of the refractory.

2. Lift the front baffl e.

3. Slide the back baffl e under the front baffl e.
You now have access to the chimney.

Figure 2a - Top Baffl e Removal

Figure 2b - Top Baffl e Removal

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Dealing With a Chimney Fire

Regular chimney maintenance and inspection
can prevent chimney fi res. If you have a chimney
fi re, follow these steps:

1. Close the fi replace door and the combustion
air controls.

2. Alert your family of the possible danger.

3. If you require assistance, alert your fi re
department.

4. If possible, use a dry chemical fi re extin­guisher, baking soda or sand to control the
fi re. Do not use water as it may cause a
dangerous steam explosion.

5. Check outside to ensure that sparks and hot
embers coming out of the chimney are not
igniting the roof.

6. Do not use the fi replace again until your
chimney and fi replace have been inspected
by a qualifi ed chimney sweep or a Fire De­partment Inspector.

Achieving Clean Burns

Check the exhaust in about 15 to 20 minutes
(see below). Large amounts of smoke indicate
an improper burn setting (either too high or too
low). Adjust and recheck in 5 to 10 minutes.

OK

What does “Well-Seasoned” mean?

When a tree is cut down, the wood is green,
full of sap and moisture. This moisture content
can exceed 80%, which must be reduced to
less than 20%. Wood properly seasoned is
then capable of generating the heat the stove
was designed to provide.

Green wood does not burn easily. Attempting to
burn green wood often results in a lot of smoke
and very little fi re. Time is the most important
factor in seasoning wood. Ideally the moisture
content should be reduced to 11-20%.

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.

NOTE: The use of a fi rewood moisture meter is
recommended to ensure the fi rewood contains
less than 20% moisture.

Seasoning Guide

Softwoods - 6 months to 18 months
Hardwoods - 12 months to 24 months

Logs that are 5” diameter across or larger should
be split in half, three pieces if over 8 inches, and
four pieces when over a foot across. If a tree
has been dead for 2 - 4 years it still needs to
be cut, split, and seasoned for 6 to 24 months
depending on the wood.

Standard

8 Ft.

8'

(2.4M)

Cord of
Wood

4 Ft.

(1.2M)

4 Ft. (1.2M)

4'

4'

Prohibited Fuels

This heater is designed to burn natural wood
only. Higher effi ciencies and lower emissions
generally result when burning air dried seasoned
hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to
green or freshly cut hardwoods. DO NOT BURN:

• Garbage;

• Lawn clippings or yard waste;

• Materials containing rubber, including tires;

• Materials containing plastic;

• Waste petroleum products, paints or paint
thinners, or asphalt products;

• Materials containing asbestos;

• Construction or demolition debris;

• Railroad ties or pressure-treated wood;

• Manure or animal remains;

• Salt water driftwood or other previously salt
water saturated materials;

• Unseasoned wood;

• Christmas tree branches;

• Paper products, colored paper, cardboard,
plywood, or particleboard;

• gasoline;

• naphtha;

• engine oil;

• fl ammable liquids;

• solvents;

• grease; or

• coal

The prohibition against burning these materials
does not prohibit the use of fi re starters made
from paper, cardboard, saw dust, wax and
similar substances for the purpose of starting
a fi re in an affected wood heater.

Burning these materials may result in release
of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective
and cause smoke.

materials may overheat the fi replace, causing
damage to the unit, a fi re or even possibly ignit­ing a chimney fi re if the chimney is creosoted.

Burning unapproved fuel, resulting in excessive
pollutants being emitted, may be prohibited and
subject to a fi ne or other penalty by the authority
having jurisdiction in your area.

Finish Door Casing Care

Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth to polish
the casing. Do not use abrasives such as steel
wool, steel pads or an abrasive polish for they
may scratch the casing’s fi nish.

Intense fi ring with these

DISPOSING OF ASHES

WARNING

Disposal of Ashes: Ashes should
be placed in a steel container
with a tight fi tting lid and moved
outdoors immediately. The closed
container of ashes should be
placed on a non-combustible fl oor
or on the ground well away from
all combustible materials, pend­ing fi nal 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.

Remove ashes only when the fi re is out and the
ashes are cold (24 to 48 hours after the fi re is
out). Do not leave the ashes in the house as they

give off carbon monoxide and other toxic gases.

REFRACTORY REPLACEMENT

The intense heat of the fi re will normally cause
hairline cracks in the refractory. These cracks
can be minimized by proper curing as described
in “First Fires”. They will not normally dimin­ish the effectiveness of the refractory. If large
cracks develop, then the refractory should be
replaced. To replace the refractory bricks, fol­low these steps:

1. Remove the front refractories

2. Remove the bottom refractory

3. Remove the left side refractory

4. Remove the right side refractory

5. Remove the back refractory

6. Remove the front ceramic baffl e

7. Remove the rear ceramic baffl e
To install the new refractories, follow the above
steps in reverse.

DOOR INSTALLATION

Your fi replaces door has been factory installed
and adjusted.

To remove the door simply unscrew the top
hinge from the door then lift the door (without
touching the trim over the door) to disengage
the male part of the bottom hinge from the
female part.

The door adjustment has been set at the factory.
If the fi t is still not perfect, you can adjust the
door using the hinge screws.

DOOR ADJUSTMENT

The door may need to be adjusted to be com­pletely airtight. The gaskets’ air-tightness can be
adjusted using the adjustment screw located on
the right side of the fi replace facade (An Allen
key #1/8 – not supplied - will be necessary for
this adjustment).

Checking Door Seal - A one-inch strip of paper
may be used to perform a test of the integrity
of the door seal. Close the door on the paper
in at least eight points. It is normal to feel only
a slight amount of friction. The door gasket
does not need to be “tight” in all areas, since
a small amount of leakage is not hazardous or
detrimental to the performance of your fi replace.

Figure 4 - Door Removal

Hinge
Screws

Whenever ashes get 3 to 4 inches deep in your
fi rebox, and when the fi re has burned down and
cooled, remove excess ashes. Leave an ash
bed approximately 1 inch deep on the fi rebox
bottom to help maintain a hot charcoal bed.

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Figure 3

7

6

5

1. Front Refractories

4

2. Bottom Refractory

3. Left Side Refractory

4. Right Side Refractory

5. Back Refractory

6. Front Ceramic Baffl e

7. Rear Ceramic Baffl e

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1

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Figure 5

Gasket Adjustment
Screw

WARNING

• Use only a IHP glass doors,
specifi cally designed for the
Brentwood™ LV fi replace.

•

The fi replace cannot be oper­ated without door or fi rescreen.
Consult your dealer to select
the correct replacement door

or fi rescreen.

• Important! To assure proper
alignment of glass doors:
Install this fi replace in a
square and plumb condition,
using shims as necessary at
sides and/or bottom.

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GLASS CARE

Glass Replacement

The glass used for the Brentwood™ LV fi replace
is a high temperature ceramic glass (1,400° F /
760° C). If the glass breaks, it must be replaced
with an identical ceramic glass. Tempered glass
or ordinary glass will not withstand the high
temperatures of the Brentwood LV fi replace.
Replacement glass should be purchased from a
IHP dealer (see “Replacement Parts”, Page 25).

DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH CRACKED
OR BROKEN GLASS.

Glass Cleaning

The Brentwood LV fi replace is designed to
keep the glass clean under normal operating
conditions. If the Brentwood LV fi replace is
operated continuously with the combustion air
controls closed, the glass will tend to get dirty
unless the fuel, fi rebox and glass are maintained
at hot temperatures (see “Refueling For Best
Performance”). To clean the glass, there are a
number of specially designed cleaners. Your IHP
dealer can recommend a suitable cleaner which
is available in your area. Regular household
glass cleaners will not clean creosote. Do not

use abrasives such as steel pads, steel wool
or oven cleaner as they will scratch the glass.

DO NOT USE CHEMICAL GLASS CLEANERS
ON PAINTED SURFACES AS IT MAY CAUSE
THE PAINT TO PEEL.

CAUTION : DO NOT ALLOW WINDOW CLEANER
TO GET IN CONTACT WITH DOOR OR PAINT
ON FACADE OR DOOR. ONCE CLOSED,
CONTACT OF GLASS CLEANER WITH THE
FIREPLACE FACADE CAN PROVOKE PAINT
PEELING OFF.

Gasket Replacement

Remove the door from the unit (see Page 7)
and lay it on a clean unabrasive surface. To
replace the gasket, fi rst remove all of the old
gasket and gasket cement. Make sure that the
surface is totally clean before applying new
cement (a high temperature silicone caulking
rated at 500° F [260° C] is suitable) or adhesion
problems may result. Apply gasket cement to
the gasket channel and install the new gasket.
This replacement part is available from your IHP
dealer in the following dimensions:

Gasket Length* Dimensions Part No.

74

Around
Glass

On Door
Frame

(1880)

77-3/4
(1975)

Table 1

3/16” x 1”

(4.8 x 25.4)

3/4 dia.

(19)

* Inches (millimeters)

PR-SR1685J

PR-SR1823O

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Locating The Brentwood LV Fireplace

The best location to install your fi replace is
determined by considering the location of
windows, doors, and the traffi c fl ow in the room
where the fi replace is located, allowing space
in front of the unit for the hearth extension and
the mantel, and taking into consideration the
location of the hot air ducts (optional), outside
air kit and chimney.

If possible, you should choose a location where
the chimney will pass through the house without
cutting fl oor or roof joists (see fi replace dimen­sions Page 11).

Usually, no additional fl oor support is needed
for the fi replace. The adequacy of the fl oor
can be checked by fi rst estimating the weight
of the fi replace system. Weights are given in
the appendix. Note the fl oor construction and
consult your local building code to determine
if additional support is needed.

The Brentwood LV fi replace may be installed
directly on the fl oor or on a raised base (for
proper guidelines, refer to “Hearth Extension
Requirements”) and a minimum of 6’8” (2 m)
measured from the base of the appliance to the
ceiling is required.

When selecting the location, the chimney outlet
position and the direction of the wind are impor­tant factor affecting the chimney performance.
To allow a maximum draft and to reduce wind
turbulence, the chimney must:

• Penetrate the highest part of the roof.

• Be installed as far as possible of roof offsets,
trees or any other obstructions that may
cause wind turbulence and back drafts in
the chimney.

• The least amount of offsets (elbows) pos­sible. NOTE: A maximum of 2 offsets is

allowed.

Location Recommended

Marginal Location

Wind Direction

Location
Not
Recommended

Location
Not
Recommended

Outside Air Intake
Facing the Wind

Figure 6

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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.

INSTALLING THE FINISHING KITS

The Brentwood™ LV requires the installation
of a fi nishing kit. Two options are available:

1. Louver kit (part number: LOUVRECF)
OR

2. Clean face kit (part number: CAPPINGCF)

Installing The Louver Kit

The louver kit includes two identical louver
assemblies. The louvers must be oriented so
the angular parts of the grills are towards the
front and the bottom and the cotter pins are
at the bottom.

Insert the top of the louver rods in the top trims
holes. Than insert the bottom of the rods in the
holes at the bottom of the opening. The cotter
pins will rest on the bottom trim in order to
vertically locate the louvers.

Fireplace Face

The gravity kit MUST BE used with the
clean face kit to allow hot air fl ow that
would normally come out of the top louver.
ANY OTHER INSTALLATION MAY RESULT
IN THE FIREPLACE OVERHEATING AND
POTENTIALLY CAUSE A FIRE.

See Gravity Kit section on Page 14 to install
the gravity vent kit.

Installation Steps:

1. Install the side fi nishing trim, making sure
to differentiate the left from the right. The
shortest end bend should be towards the
bottom.

2. Install the right side trim. The full length fl at
part must rest against the right side face
frame, the center bend must be oriented
towards the outside of the unit and the
bends towards the inside. The end bend on
top must be pushed between the crossing

trim and the right side frame. This can be
diffi cult because these are close together to
allow a good look when using the louver kit.
The part will be fi xed in place when installing
the other parts.

3. Repeat with the left trim.

4. Install the top obstruction plate in the top
opening, oriented so the insulation faces the
inside and the 1/2 inch bend is towards the
outside and the bottom. The part is pressure
installed to keep from using screws that could
interfere with your fi nishing material. Place
the bottom bend on the lower trim and push
on it to insert the top bend. Push on the part
so the ends lie well on the fi replace face.

5. Install the bottom part the same way. Make
sure to push the part to the bottom to leave
the required air space.

6. (Optional) You can use rivets or sheet metal
screws on all four (4) corners to secure the
installation.

2

1

3

2

Figure 7

Installing The Clean Face Kit

The clean face kit includes four parts. Two
trims, left and right, are used to cover the edge
of the fi nishing material on the sides, and two
obstruction plates to cover the top and bottom
openings allowing to install the fi nishing material
closer to the door.

WARNING: The bottom obstruction plate
is designed to leave an opening area for
the convection air to circulate and cool
your fi replace. NEVER BLOCK THIS AIR
SPACE TO AVOID OVERHEATING THE
FIREPLACE AND POTENTIALLY CAUSE A
FIRE IN YOUR HOME.

1

1

3

Figure 8

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.

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