Country Flame IWZC-02 User Manual
TM
INGLENOOK™
MODEL IWZC-02
ZERO CLEARANCE NON-CAT FIREPLACES
OWNERS MANUAL
© 2006
This manual was written to ensure safe, efficient, and dependable operation of your Country Flame Inglenook highefficiency 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. Country Flame Technologies
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
COUNTRY FLAME TECHNOLOGIES
A Division of American Products, LLC
900 George Street
Marshfield, 65706
(417) 859-0990
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INGLENOOK LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY................................................... 4
FOREWARD..................................................................................................................... 6
SAFETY RULES .............................................................................................................. 7
WARNOCK HERSEY SAFETY LABEL...................................................................... 8
THE INGLENOOK FIREPLACE.................................................................................. 9
INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................9
PARTS REQUIRED....................................................................................................... 9
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (OPTIONAL) .................................................................... 9
INGLENOOK FIREPLACE OPERATION................................................................ 10
FUEL............................................................................................................................. 10
FIRST FIRE.................................................................................................................. 10
BUILDING A FIRE...................................................................................................... 10
COMBUSTION CONTROL.......................................................................................... 11
HIGH BURN MODE.................................................................................................... 11
MEDIUM BURN MODE ............................................................................................. 12
LOW BURN MODE..................................................................................................... 12
REFUELING FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE...................................................... 13
SMOKING - CAUSES.................................................................................................. 13
IMPORTANT NOTES................................................................................................... 15
MAINTAINING YOUR INGLENOOK FIREPLACE............................................... 16
CREOSOTE.................................................................................................................. 16
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE...................................................................................... 16
CHIMNEY FIRES........................................................................................................ 16
GOLD
DOOR CARE.................................................................................................... 17
ASHES AND THE ASH PAN ......................................................................................17
FIREBRICK
DOOR(S)
REPLACEMENT.................................................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 18
DOOR(S) ADJUSTMENT ...........................................................................................18
GLASS REPLACEMENT............................................................................................ 18
GLASS CLEANING..................................................................................................... 19
DOOR
GASKET REPLACEMENT............................................................................. 19
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION.................................................................................... 20
INGLENOOK
FIREPLACE LOCATION.................................................................... 20
HEARTH EXTENSION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................... 21
FRAMING,
FACING, & MANTEL............................................................................. 21
INSULATED CHASE CONSTRUCTION................................................................... 23
FACING........................................................................................................................ 23
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MANTEL...................................................................................................................... 23
MANTEL CLEARANCES:.......................................................................................... 24
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION AND CEARANCES:........................................ 24
HOT AIR DUCT INSTALLATION .............................................................................25
HOT AIR DUCT KIT ................................................................................................... 25
OUTSIDE AIR KIT ......................................................................................................27
OUTSIDE AIR KIT INSTALLATION ........................................................................ 28
ELECTRICAL LINE INSTALLATION...................................................................... 29
VOLTS AC FOR BLOWER (OPTIONAL) SYSTEM .............................................. 29
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BLOWER
(OPTIONAL) INSTALLATION .................................................................... 29
BLOWER (OPTIONAL) OPERATION........................................................................... 30
GAS LINE INSTALLATION........................................................................................ 31
GAS FOR GAS LOG 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
NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN HOT GLASS.......................................................... 42
DO
SPECIFICAITONS...................................................................... 41
APPENDIX B.................................................................................................................. 43
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES......................................................................... 43
APPENDIX C.................................................................................................................. 44
REPLACEMENT
PARTS............................................................................................ 44
REPLACEMENT PART DRAWINGS........................................................................ 45
APPENDIX D.................................................................................................................. 51
WARNING LABELS ................................................................................................... 51
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INGLENOOK LIMITED WARRANTY
INGLENOOK LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Country Flame Technologies provides a limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser when presented with a valid
receipt from an authorized Country Flame Dealer. The Inglenook wood-burning fireplace is warranted to be free from
defects in material and workmanship, under proper installation and proper use, from the date of purchase.
The Inglenook warranty is null and void if the fireplace is not installed in accordance with the product installation manual
and local codes. The Inglenook warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse of the product. The Inglenook warranty
is limited to residential use only.
WARRANTY LIMITATIONS:
1. During the first year of the limited warranty, Country Flame Technologies agrees to provide replacement parts at
no charge. An authorized Country Flame official must approve repairs before any repair is accomplished.
2. During the second through the fifth years of the limited warranty, Country Flame Technologies will provide
replacement parts (if available) at no charge, except for the parts listed below.
The following parts are guaranteed for one (1) year: All electrical components.
The following parts are guaranteed for three (3) months: Wood grate, firebrick, fire screen, and gaskets.
3. During the sixth through the twenty-fifth years of the limited warranty, Country
Flame Technologies Inc., will provide replacement parts (if available) at 50%
of the retail price, except the parts mentioned above.
4. After the twenty-fifth year, Country Flame Technologies Inc. will provide replacement parts (if available) at 75%
of the retail price, except the parts mentioned above.
5. The following parts are not covered by any warranty: trims, panels, louvers, handles, firebrick, fiberboard baffle,
and glass.
The warrantor makes no warranties expressed or implied, written or oral, other than those specifically stated in this limited
lifetime warranty. The duration of any implied warranty including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose shall be limited from the date of purchase.
The remedy for damages as the result of any defect in this product, which has been warranted herein, is limited to
replacement of defective parts and does not include any incidental or consequential damages or expenses sustained in
connection with the product, including damage to property.
Country Flame Technologies is not responsible for inadequate fireplace system draft caused by air conditioning, heating,
mechanical or general home construction conditions that may generate negative pressure in the property.
Chimney product is covered by a specific manufacturer’s warranty and is not covered by the Country Flame Technologies,
A Division of American Products, LLC. or any of its product warranty.
FOR UNITED STATES ONLY
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion 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.
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Name___________________________________________________
Address_________________________________________________
City ____________________State _____________ Zip__________
Dealer___________________________________________________
City ____________________State _____________ Zip__________
Date of Purchase_________________________________________
Model ___________________ Serial No._____________________
Return to:
Country Flame Technologies
900 George Street
Marshfield, MO 65706
The express warranties made by Country Flame Technologies do not apply
unless this card is returned to Country Flame Technologies within 30 (30) days
from date of original purchase by the original purchaser.
Signature _______________________ Date ___________________
PLEASE RETURN IN A STAMPED ENVELOPE TO:
Country Flame Technologies
900 George Street
Marshfield, MO 65706
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FOREWARD
Country Flame Technologies, A Division of American Products, LLC. and its employees would like
to thank you for the purchase of an Inglenook Zero Clearance Fireplace. All of us at Country Flame
are very proud of this American born, American tested, and American produced product. Through
this pride and dedication, Country Flame employees wish you and your family a lifetime of happiness
and warmth through the use of this product.
Country Flame 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, Country Flame has been assisted in
many ways to bring you, the customer, a high quality Inglenook product. Through a lifetime of use,
Country Flame hopes that you come to appreciate and enjoy the Inglenook and take as much pride in
the ownership of this product as Country Flame has taken in producing it.
Country Flame 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, Country Flame’s efforts would have been far
more strenuous. Country Flame 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 Country Flame employees, THANK YOU for your purchase of an Inglenook.
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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 Dealer or Country Flame
directly for any necessary clarification.
: Country Flame 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.
: Country Flame 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 Dealer, the local city code
department or the local fire department concerning installation of this product.
: TO MAINTAIN YOUR COUNTRY FLAME WARRANTY, USE ONLY THE
INGLENOOK APPROVED GAS LOG SYSTEM, SOLD BY COUNTRY
FLAME, PART NUMBER IN-GLS-24 N/P.
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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
Country Flame 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 dealer for a list of qualified installers.
Utilize the Inglenook Fireplace Gas Log System if this unit is intended for use with gas
logs.
Failure to follow the Country Flame Owners 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
¾ Fireplace Fan Kit
¾ Custom Plated Door and Custom Plated Grill System
¾ Inglenook Gas Log Set*
*NOTE:
USE ONLY APPROVED INGLENOOK MODEL IN-GLS-24N/P GAS LOG SYSTEM SOLD BY COUNTRY
FLAME.
Inglenook fireplace for gas line installation. Refer to installation instructions on page 29 of this manual.
With installation of the gas log set and gas line connection utilize a certified gas service installation
technician.
Installation instructions are included with the gas log set. Provisions are made in the
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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 Country Flame 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,
Country Flame 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
Country Flame 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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MAINTAINING YOUR INGLENOOK FIREPLACE
CREOSOTE
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled
moisture to form a black deposit called creosote. Creosote will accumulate on the flue lining and if
left to build up, can create a potential fire hazard within the chimney system. When ignited, creosote
makes an extremely hot fire. If the creosote deposit within a chimney system were large then a
resultant chimney fire would burn extremely hot. A creosote chimney fire can damage the chimney
and potentially overheat a surrounding wood frame within the house. Creosote formation can be kept
to a minimum by routinely building small hot fires rather than slow burning, smoldering fires and by
proper refueling the fire. In addition, each year the homeowner should have the Inglenook Fireplace
chimney inspected and cleaned as necessary to assist in preventing chimney fires.
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE
Regular chimney inspection and maintenance combined with proper operation will help prevent
chimney fires. The golden rule of operating a fireplace is to KEEP THE CHIMENY CLEAN. Do
not allow more than one sixteenth of an inch of creosote buildup in the Inglenook Fireplace chimney.
The amount of creosote created by operating the Inglenook Fireplace will depend on variables such as
the frequency of use and the type of fire that is routinely burnt. Country Flame recommends:
1. Inspect the chimney system weekly or before each use. From this the operator will gain
knowledge of how often it will be necessary to clean or have the chimney cleaned.
2. Hire a qualified chimney sweep to clean the Inglenook Fireplace and chimney system at least
once a year. If the owner wants to perform self-cleaning, Country Flame recommends using
a stiff plastic or non-metallic brush on the inside walls of the chimney. A metal brush, if
used, should be sized slightly smaller than the flue to avoid damaging the chimney. Do not
use a brush that will scratch or scar the stainless steel interior of the chimney.
3. Do not expect chemical cleaners to keep your chimney clean. If necessary, the rain cap at the
top of the chimney system can be removed to inspect or clean the chimney system. There are
a number of different methods used to attach a rain cap to a chimney therefore it is
recommended to consult the manufacture of such systems on how to remove the rain cap.
Once the rain cap is removed increased access allows for better inspection or cleaning of the
chimney system.
CHIMNEY FIRES
Regular Inglenook chimney maintenance and inspection will minimize the potential of a chimney
fire. If the Inglenook Fireplace owner ever encounters a chimney fire, follow these steps:
1. Fully close the fireplace doors and fully close the combustion air damper.
2. Alert any occupants in the house of the fire danger and ensure everyone exits the building in a
quick and orderly fashion.
3. Call the local fire department. It is better to have the fire department arrive before they are
needed then after the house is already in blazes.
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