FIREPLACE XTRORDINAIR 44 installation Guide

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44 Elite Installation Manual

4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW

Mukilteo, WA 98275

www.travisproducts.com

Wood-Burning

Zero-Clearance

Fireplace

$10.00 93508093

Tested and Listed by

OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.

Beaverton, Oregon

Report # 028-F-61-4

U.L. 127 & portions of 1482 & 907

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2 Introduction

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

Certified to comply with July, 1990 particulate emission standards.

This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor which needs periodic inspection and replacement for proper operation. Consult the owner’s manual for further information. It is against the law to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in the owner’s manual or if the catalytic element is deactivated or removed.

Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this product. This fireplace has not been tested with an unvented gas log set. To reduce risk of fire or injury, do not install an unvented gas log set into fireplace.

DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL

Fireplace Xtrordinair

LISTED FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE MODEL NO. 44 ELITE

TESTED TO: UL-127 REPORT NO. 028-F-61-4

MANUFACTURE DATE:

2006 Jan. Apr. Jul. Oct. 2007 Feb. May Aug. Nov. 2008 Mar. Jun. Sep. Dec.

WARNING:

• Operate with feed doors closed. Open to feed fire only. • For use with solid fuel only.

0316 (IGN)

SERIAL NO.

Manufactured by:

TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC.

4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW

Mukilteo, WA 98275

Overview

This manual details the installation requirements for the 44 ELITE wood-burning fireplace. For operating and maintenance instructions, refer to the 44 ELITE Owner's Manual (part # 93508094).

Listing Details

This appliance was listed by OMNI Test Labs to U.L. 127 and portions of U.L. 1482 and 907 – report number 028-F-61-4. The listing label is attached to the base of the fireplace and can be viewed by removing the faceplate (see Figure 1 below).

IAS (ICBO) Approval

This appliance was listed by OMNI Test Labs – IAS (ICBO) # TL-130.

EPA Approval

This appliance has been EPA Phase 2 certified (2.5 grams per hour).

National Fireplace Institute

Figure 1

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Table of Contents 3

Introduction

Overview.................................................................2

Listing Details..........................................................2

Safety Precautions

Installation Warnings ................................................4

Operating Warnings.................................................. 4

Features and Specifications

Installation Options...................................................6

Heating Specifications ..............................................6

Dimensions.............................................................6

Installation

Packing List.............................................................6

Items Shipped with the Faceplate ............................... 6

Items Shipped with the Door(s)................................... 6

Installation Overview ................................................. 7

Recommended Order of Installation............................ 7

Installation Requirements for Cold Environments..........8

Negative Pressure Warning ....................................... 9

Fireplace Placement Requirements.............................10

Minimum Framing Dimensions ................................10

Framing Dimensions at 45°....................................10

Fireplace Placement..............................................11

Clearances...........................................................12

Raised Fireplaces .................................................12

Cooling Vent Requirements ....................................... 13

Blower Requirements ................................................14

Blower Duct Routing ..............................................14

Blower Duct Connection .........................................15

Blower Electrical Connection ...................................15

Chimney Requirements............................................. 16

Approved Chimney................................................16

Simpson Duravent Part Numbers (available through

Travis Ind.)...........................................................16

Chimney Installation – Simpson Duravent (preferred) .16

Chimney Installation – Non- Simpson Duravent .........17

Chimney Clearances to Combustibles......................18

Chimney Height ....................................................19

Offset Requirements (30° Elbows) ...........................20

Firestops .............................................................20

Chimney Termination Requirements.........................21

Facing Requirements................................................22

Mantel Requirements................................................24

Hearth Requirements................................................25

Finalizing the Installation

Remove Set-Up Face............................................... 26

Prepare the Firebox.................................................. 27

Install the Faceplate Insulation .................................. 28

Faceplate Installation ............................................... 29

Switchplate Installation and Blower Check .................... 30

Door Installation ...................................................... 31

Door Installation ...................................................31

Door Latch Adjustment..........................................31

Index

Index...................................................................... 32

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4 Safety Precautions

Installation Warnings

• Read this entire manual before installing the fireplace.

• Failure to install this fireplace in accordance with all local codes and the requirements listed in

this manual may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.

• Notify your insurance company before installing this fireplace.

• The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met

simultaneously. The order of installation is not rigid – the qualified installer should follow the procedure best suited for the installation.

• Modifications of the fireplace (doors, blower, air inlet systems, damper control, or any other

component supplied by Travis Industries) or use of any component part not approved by Travis Industries in combination with this fireplace system will void the listing and warranty.

• This fireplace is not approved for use in a mobile home.

• Travis Industries, Inc. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or

maintenance of your heater, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).

Operating Warnings

• WARNING: FIREPLACE SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY WITH DOORS FULLY OPEN OR

DOORS FULLY CLOSED. IF DOORS ARE LEFT PARTLY OPEN, GAS AND FLAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE FIREPLACE OPENING, CREATING RISKS OF BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE.

• Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal

When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney shall be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine when a creosote buildup has occurred. When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

• Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids

to start or ‘freshen up’ a fire in this fireplace. Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace while it is in use.

• Disposal of Ashes

Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. These closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

• Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this fireplace.

• Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use only firelogs that have been evaluated

for the application in fireplace and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use. Do not use firelogs that contain anything other than wood.

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Installation Options

Features and Specifications 5

• Residential (not approved for HUD Mobile Homes)

• Straight or Corner Placement

• Flush or Recessed Face

• Raised or Floor Placement

• Raised or Floor Hearth

• Internal or External Chase

• 3 Blower Duct Locations

• 2 Electrical Connection Locations

Heating Specifications

Approximate Heating Capacity (in square feet)*............. Up to 3,000

Maximum Burning Time ................................................ Up to 12 Hours

BTU Output per Hour (Cord Wood Method ..................... 10,700 to 76,700

* Heating capacity will vary with floor plan, insulation, and outside temperature.

Dimensions

Weight: 680 Lbs.

Cooling vents have an external diameter of 7"

See "Chimney Requirements"

4-1/2"*

11-5/8"*

3-7/8"

24-1/2"*

Center Line

44"

8' Blower Lead

8' Electrical Input Lead

31-1/2"

1/2" Stand-offs

46"

* Includes the 1/2" stand-offs

3-1/4"

5"*

Optional Electrical Conduit Exit Location

8-1/8"*

26-1/8"*

26-5/8"*

24"

1-1/2" Wide Nail Down Flange

6-1/2"

49"*

6" Blower hook-ups are on both sides and on the bottom (centered 7" from the rear edge). Remove the cover plate to access the blower hook-up.

The set-up face shipped on the fireplace is 44-1/8" wide and 31-9/16" tall (dimensions shown are for the finished face)

Figure 2

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Packing List

• Grate

• Baffle

• Blower Assembly

• Ember Strip

• Log Retainer (includes hex wrench & instructions)

• Flex Duct w/ start collar – 3' Length, 6" Diameter (For Blower)

• Two 10' Flex Ducts, 7" Diameter (For Cooling Vents)

• Two Vent Hoods (For Cooling Vents)

• Two Vent Hood Storm Collars (For Cooling Vents)

• Faceplate Gasket

Items Shipped with the Faceplate

• Faceplate (two switch plate screws are attached)

• Switch Plate (includes blower rheostat)

• 10 Faceplate Screws

Items Shipped with the Door(s)

• Owner's Manual

• Installation Hardware Pack

• Pair of Gloves

• Efficiency and Registration Cards

• Touch-up Paint

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Installation (for qualified installers only) 7

Installation Overview

• All requirements below must be met.

See the section "Minimum Clearances"

18" Min.

See the section "Mantel Requirements"

See the section "Facing Requirements"

See the section "Chimney Requirements"

See the section "Cooling Vent Requirements"

Insulation must not fill the spaces between the stand-offs

See the section "Blower Requirements"

See the section "Hearth Requirements"

See the section "Minimum Framing Dimensions"

Recommended Order of Installation

• Frame the opening for the fireplace. Make sure to allow for vent, blower, and cooling vent

installation.

• Secure the fireplace to the floor.

• Install the vent, blower, cooling vents, and electrical hook-up.

• Complete the framing above the fireplace.

• Install the hearth.

• Install the facing.

• Install the mantel.

• Finalize the installation (see the instructions starting on page 26).

Figure 3

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Installation Requirements for Cold Environments

If you live in the area depicted in black (see Figure 4), you must Install a cooling air “P” trap as detailed below and install the blower on an internal wall. In addition, make sure the homeowner follows the requirements shown below to help minimize cold air being pulled into the fireplace when it is not in use.

Install the Blower in an Internal Location

Internal Blower

Figure 4

In cold environments the blower must be positioned

Exterior

Exterior Wall

on an internal wall (see Figure 5). This eliminates any chance of any outside air being drawn into the convection chamber from the blower location.

NOTE: Do not place the blower inside a garage or

Fireplace

other area that may circulate fumes.

Interior of Home

Cooling Air “P” Trap

Min. 24"

Max. 48"

When installing the cold air ducts, make sure to include a “P” trap in the design (see the illustration to the right). This helps slow cold air from circulating through the cooling air chamber.

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Daily Requirements for Homeowners

Humidity

Make sure the humidistat is set correctly. The chart below details the correct setting for the temperature you are experiencing outdoors.

Outdoor Temperature

°F °C

-20 -29 15

-10 -23 20 0 -18 25

+10 -12 30 +20 -7 35

>+20 >-7 40

Recommended Humidity Controller Setting

Min. 24" Max. 48"

Figure 5

Figure 6

Note: If using a humidifier, let the homeowner know that it should be shut off or turned to a lower setting to eliminate condensation.

Other Items

• Make sure the bypass is shut when the fireplace is not in use.

• Minimize the use of exhaust fans in the home when the fireplace is not in use.

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Negative Pressure Warning

The Fireplace Xtrordinair wood fireplace relies upon natural convection to supply cooling air to the fireplace. If installed into a house experiencing negative pressure, air may be pulled into the fireplace. This leads to the face becoming cold while the fireplace is not in use, and in severe cases, air being pulled into the room.

What Causes Negative Pressure

Today’s air-tight homes are not 100% air tight. If air leaks are found at the top of the home enclosure, air may be pulled through the home due to convection (the warmer air moves upwards, leaving the home, causing air to be pulled into the home from different location). See Figure 7 below.

Air can be pulled down the Recessed lighting in ceilings may allow air to infiltrate into the attic, leading to negative pressure.

chimney, into the firebox.

Heated air, leaving the house in cracks near the ceiling contribute to negative pressure.

Driers or range fans contribute to negative pressure.

Cracks near doors or windows can contribute to negative pressure.

The cooling air* can be heated by the house, causing syphoning. This pulls cool air through the cooling channel, leading to fireplace cooling.

*Cooling air is required by the fireplace to prevent overheating.

Negative pressure can cause air to be pulled through the blower, through the duct, through the fireplace convection channel and into the house.

How to Measure Negative Pressure

Digital pascal meters (also called “pressure meters”, digital “manometers”) can measure negative pressure readings inside a home. They typically cost around $600. They measure pascals (1 pascal is equal to .004” Water Column). Typical homes have 0 to -1 pascals. Homes with negative pressure have -2 or more (we have measured homes with upwards of -8 pascals). We strongly recommend measuring the pressure in homes suspected of encountering negative pressure. This allows the homeowner, and fireplace installer, to view an objective measurement.

Figure 7

How to Remedy Negative Pressure

The only proven method to reduce negative pressure is to install an “air exchanger”. This device allows outside air to enter the home after going through a “heat exchanger” to minimize cold infiltration.

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Fireplace Placement Requirements

Minimum Framing Dimensions

A firestop is required at the top of the fireplace enclosure or ceiling level (whichever is lower).

The fireplace enclosure must not be less than 81" above the base of the fireplace.

• If the fireplace is raised, the enclosure height must be raised to maintain the 81".

• Do not build into this area.

• Do not slope the walls inward.

Framing Dimensions at 45°

50-1/2"

50"

26"

Min. 4-1/2"

We recommend installing the shaded framing members after installing the chimney. Arrange the framing members so there is not a vertical member directly in the center of the opening where it would interfere with pipe clearances.

Header (install veritcally to ensure proper pipe to header clearance)

NOTE: make sure the enclosure is wide enough to accommodate the blower (see the section"Blower" for details).

Figure 8

25"

72"

25"

27"

26"

Fireplace (includes

1/2"

standoffs)

49"

Figure 9

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Fireplace Placement

• The fireplace must be secured to the floor (use the lifting handle brackets - see Figure 10).

The fireplace (and firebox) must be made level and plumb during installation. Use shims under the fireplace to properly level the fireplace.

Zero

Clearance

Can

Firebox

WARNING: Failure to correctly level and plumb this fireplace will lead to doors that swing open or closed.

Lifting handles are available separately (98500711). They attach to the nail down brackets.

Travis Industries recommends the chase around the fireplace be insulated. This insulation should only be placed between the framing members and secured so it does not fill the space between the fireplace and standoffs.

Standoffs (also located on back)

Bend this bracket down on each side and nail it to the floor, securing the fireplace in position.

Figure 10

• Fireplace must be placed directly on wood or non-combustible surface (not on linoleum or

carpet)

• Fireplace must be installed on a level surface capable of supporting the fireplace and chimney

• Place the ember strip included with the fireplace below the front edge of the fireplace (see

Figure 11).

EMBER STRIP INSTRUCTIONS

Place this ember strip under the front of the fireplace and the back edge of the hearth.

NOTE: On the 36 Elite, the ember strip will need to be shortened.

The ember strip insures no ember falls between the fireplace and hearth onto the combustible floor.

Figure 11

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Clearances

• The fireplace uses 1/2" standoffs on the back and sides and 4" stand-offs on the top to space

the fireplace away from framing members or walls. These stand-offs may contact the framing members or walls but do not place insulation or other material in the space between the standoffs and fireplace.

• When installed, walls in front of the fireplace must be a minimum 18" to the side of the

faceplate (15-1/2” from the side of the fireplace). See Figure 3 on page 7.

• Fireplace should be located such that no doors, drapes, furniture or other combustibles can be

placed close or swing closer than the minimum 36" clearance. Due to the high heat output of this fireplace, choose a location away from high traffic areas.

• Fireplace must be placed so the vents below and above the glass do not become blocked.

Raised Fireplaces

• If the fireplace is raised, the fireplace enclosure must be raised as well (minimum 81” enclosure

height from base of fireplace see Figure 8).

• The fireplace (and hearth, if desired) may be placed on a platform designed to support the

fireplace and vent (approximately 600 lbs.). See Figure 12.

Fireplace

Ember Strip

Minimum 1" cement board

Tile or marble

2 x 4 Framing

Header height will need to be increased this dimension.

No combustible material permitted above this point

Tile or marble

15" Raised

3/4" Plywood

hearth

Faceplate

Fireplace

Ember Strip

Elevated hearths must be constructed of non-combustible materials such as cement blocks (6-1/2” Max.).

Header height needs to be increased this dimension.

2 x 8 Framing

3/4" Plywood

15" Raised hearth

Figure 12

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Cooling Vent Requirements

WARNING: The cooling vents provide cooling air for the fireplace and chimney system. Failure to correctly install the cooling vents will lead to an extremely dangerous installation and

possibly a fire.

• The two cooling vents must be installed so as to route air from the outside to the two starter

collars on the top rear corners of the fireplace. Secure the vents to the collars using hightemperature aluminum tape and/or sheet metal screws.

• A maximum of two 90° bends may be used on each vent. However, if a 180° bend is placed directly above the starter collar, one additional 90° bend may be used (see Figure 13).

• The maximum distance for the cooling ducts is listed below:

When the vertical rise is between: The maximum horizontal run may be:

6' and 10' (max) 5'

3' and 6' 15'

1' and 3' 20'

0' and 1' 25'

• Included with the fireplace are two 10' lengths of vent, use a connector and seal if adding more

length

• The duct terminations must be located so they can not be blocked (e.g. snow drifts)

• Included with the

fireplace is a set of storm collars and vent hoods. Place the collars around the vent on the exterior and attach with screws or caulking to seal the wall from the vent penetration. Place the hood, with open portion facing down, over the cooling vents and secure.

• The cooling air duct

terminations may be installed to draw air from a ventilated crawl space or attic if approved by local building codes. NOTE: certain codes require a fire curtain damper in these cases.

Cooling vent terminations must terminate a minimum of 10' away from the chimney termination.

Cooling

Air

Vertical

Rise

Horizontal

Run

Horizontal

Run

Air exits out of the outer liner of the chimney.

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Vertical

Rise

Vertical

Rise

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Horizontal

Cooling

Air

Run

Crawl Space – See information to the left on crawl spaces or attics.

Run

Cooling

Air

Figure 13

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Blower Requirements

The required blower pushes air through blower duct to the fireplace, where it is heated and distributed into the room.

Blower Duct Routing

• The blower may be located to draw air from the interior or exterior of the home (see Figure 14).

NOTE: For cold environments, it must be located on the interior (see page 8).

External Blower

Fireplace

Interior of Home

Figure 14

Exterior

Internal Blower

Exterior Wall

Exterior

Exterior Wall

Fireplace

Interior of Home

• The maximum length for 6" diameter blower duct is 15' (use the included duct & start collar).

• The maximum length for 8" diameter blower duct is 25' (use two 6" to 8" adapters).

NOTE: The shorter the blower duct, the greater

the air flow.

• A maximum of two 90° bends may be used.

Caulk around all four sides of the blower housing

Blower Cover

• The blower, if located on an external wall,

must be weatherproofed (see Figure 15). Remove the blower cover and install the blower. Apply caulk around the perimeter of the blower housing where it contacts the

External Wall (& vapor barrier)

Blower Housing

external wall and vapor barrier (apply sparingly). Replace the blower cover.

Figure 15

• The blower may be installed to draw air from

a crawl space or attic if approved by local building codes (see Figure 16). NOTE: certain codes require a fire curtain in these cases.

• Do not draw air from confined areas or from

a garage or area containing fumes or emissions. The blower inlet must be a

The blower may be placed in a ventilated crawl space (if approved by the local building department).

minimum 36" below any exhaust vent.

Figure 16

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Blower Duct Connection

• Connect the blower duct to the right, left, or bottom of the fireplace. See Figure 17 for an overview.

- Using the Right or Left Side Blower Duct Connection

Remove the side cover plate. Insert the starter section into the blower hook-up hole and bend the locking tabs outwards, locking the starter section in place (see Figure 17).

- Using the Bottom Blower Duct Connection

Remove the cover plate and pass-through plate on the bottom of the fireplace (both are held in place with the same 4 screws). Remove the 8-1/2" by 6-1/4" air deflector (flapper) above the cover plate and secure the starter section to the 6” diameter hole above the air deflector (bend the locking tabs outwards, locking the starter section in place - see Figure 17). Replace the pass-through plate with the 4 screws removed earlier (the pass-through plate has a 6-1/2” diameter hole for the duct).

TOP VIEW

11-3/8"

1-1/2”

Conduit Cover Plate (On both sides)

Ring for duct

Hole for Conduit

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6" Blower

Hook-Up

Locking Tabs

Wire Plugs

Start Collar

Flex Duct

Min. 4"

FRAMING DIMENSIONS:

Snap conduit connector into the hole in the top of the blower housing.

Blower Housing

11 1/2"

Height: 13" Width: 11-3/8" Depth: 11-1/2”

13"

Intake grill must be accessible.

Power Source (120 Volt A.C.)

Figure 17

• Use duct tape and/or screws to attach the flex duct to the starter collar and blower box.

• The blower utilizes a filter that requires periodic cleaning (see Figure 18). Show the homeowner the blower

location and inform them of the need to clean periodically.

Blower Housing

Filter Screen Filter

Intake Grill

Remove the four screws that go into these holes.

1/4" Nutdriver

Shake the filter to remove any dirt that may have accumulated.

Figure 18

Blower Electrical Connection

• Connect the electrical supply lead conduit to a 120 Volt, 60 Hz (2 Amp) electrical supply. Use a junction box to protect the electrical connection (see Figure 17).

• Connect the blower conduit to the blower box by attaching the two molex connectors together. Insert the molex connectors into the blower box. Then attach the conduit to the blower box by inserting it into the top until it snaps

in place (see Figure 17).

• Do not run either conduit over the top of the fireplace or within 2" of the chimney

• If the blower or power supply is located to the left, the electrical conduit(s) may be directed to the left side of the

fireplace. To do this, remove the conduit cover plate on both sides of the fireplace. Feed the conduit(s) through the hole on the right side and out the left side (removing the cover allows the conduit to be fed through without kinking). Switch the cover plates by attaching the right cover plate to the left side and vice-versa.

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Chimney Requirements

Approved Chimney

• Use one of the following brands and series of chimney:

- Simpson Duravent 8” x 12” (preferred – sold through Travis Ind. – see part numbers below)

- Temco 82 - Firecraft FTF8 (Superior TF8) - FMI 8DM - Marco 8D

• The entire chimney system must be installed to meet all local requiments as well as those

requirements listed by the chimney manufacturer. Depending on the manufacturer and where the chimney is to be installed, chimney supports, roof braces, radiation shields, attic insulation shields, attic enclosures, spark arrestors, locking bands, etc... may be required as part of the chimney system. The manufacturer's installation instructions, which are reviewed by the listing agency, specifies when and where each of these components must be used. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the use of flashing and an adjustable storm collar at the roof line to prevent water from entering the house. Manufacturers require that chimneys extending beyond a certain height above the roof (frequently above 5') must be braced.

Simpson Duravent Part Numbers (available through Travis Ind.)

Chimney Components

Part #

Starter Collar (REQUIRED) 98900013 48” Chimney Section 98900001

36" Chimney Section 98900002 24" Chimney Section 98900003 18" Chimney Section 98900004 12" Chimney Section 98900005

30° Offsets / Elbows (Qty 2) 98900006 Firestop (90°) 98900007 Firestop (30° - for angled sections) 98900008

Storm Collar 98900009 Round Termination Cap 98900010

Flashing 0-6/12 (for flat roofs up to 6/12 pitch - 26.5°) 98900011 Flashing 7-12/12 (for roofs 6/12 pitch to 12/12 – 26.5° to 45°) 98900012

Chimney Installation – Simpson Duravent (preferred)

• Simpson Duravent chimney requires a starter collar. Attach the starter collar to the top of the

fireplace with four sheet-metal screws (see Figure 19). If the inner pipe is too tight, use a crimping tool to adjust pipe diameter (see Figure 20). Seal the outer sections of pipe with hightemperature silicone.

Simpson Duravent Starter Collar SKU 98900013 (required)

Silicone

High-Temperature

se high-temperature silicone to

eal the liner opening.

NOTE: If the inner liner is too tight, use a crimping tool to reduce the diameter.

Figure 20

Figure 19

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Chimney Offset Chart (Simpson Duravent)

• Use the chart below to determine offset dimensions (measured in inches).

Chimney Installation – Non- Simpson Duravent

• Secure the inner and outer chimney liner to the fireplace (see Figure 21).

The three brackets secure the outer

Outer Pipe Brackets

Inner Liner

(ledge along inside accepts

various chimney pipe sizes)

Use sheet metal screws to attach the brackets to the fireplace and chimney liner.

chimney liner to the top of the fireplace. Position the brackets to the appropriate position before securing.

Connect the inner chimney liner to fireplace flue with three sheet metal screws.

Figure 21

• When attaching the chimney to the fireplace, first slide down the inner liner of the chimney pipe into the inner liner of the fireplace. Certain brands of chimney pipe will stop at the ledge, while others will insert beyond the ledge. When the chimney pipe is fully seated and aligned, secure the fireplace to the chimney pipe with three sheet metal screws. Install the outer chimney liner. Once it is properly aligned, secure using three sheet metal screws. Seal the outer chimney liner with high-temperature silicone.

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Chimney Clearances to Combustibles

WARNING: Follow the clearances listed below - do not follow the clearances listed in the

chimney instructions

• Maintain a 2" clearance from the chimney to combustibles (measured horizontally). See

Figure 22.

• Use offsets, if necessary, to maintain clearances

• In the area above the fireplace before the chimney penetrates the ceiling (use a firestop), the

chimney must maintain the clearances listed below:

-- 5" to the rear of the chimney

-- 4-1/2" to the front of the chimney

Min. Clearance 2" (from this

Firestop

Min. 2" clearance to

the sides with offsets

Min. 4-1/2" clearance

to the front.

point upwards)

Min. 5" clearance to the rear.

The fireplace enclosure must not be less than 81" above the base of the fireplace.

• If the fireplace is raised, the enclosure height must be raised to maintain the 81".

• Do not build into this area.

• Do not slope the walls inward.

Figure 22

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Chimney Height

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• Minimum 15'

system height (measured from the base of the fireplace)

• Maximum 35'

system height (measured from the base of the fireplace)

NOTE: In some problematic situations, additional chimney height above the specified minimum may be necessary to reduce wind-induced down drafting and back puffing, or to increase draft, thereby improving fireplace operating characteristics.

3' Min.

2" Min. Air Space to

Combustibles

2' Min.

Rain Cap

10'

Storm Collar

Flashing

Attic Firestop (with insulation shield)

Chimney must be totally enclosed when passing

through living space with a minimum 2" clearance to

combustibles.

System Height 35' Max.

15' Min.

Firestop Between Floor Levels

Cooling Vent

Figure 23

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Offset Requirements (30° Elbows)

• Offsets (using a pair of 30° elbows) may be used to

redirect the chimney. Typically this is done to avoid structures, align the pipe with framing, or to gain clearance to combustibles (see Figure 25).

• A maximum four 30° elbows may be used.

• Each elbow must be used in conjunction with a

return elbow (so the chimney returns to a vertical direction)

• If using a single offset (two 30° elbows) a maximum

of 8' of inclined chimney may be used between elbows.

• If using two offsets (four 30° elbows) a maximum of 4'

of inclined chimney may be used between each set of elbows.

• For every 6' of inclined chimney a flue support is

required

• Elbows may be used directly off the top of the

fireplace (maintain a 5" clearance to combustibles on the back wall, 4 1/2" minimum on the front wall and header, and 2" minimum to the side walls)

Chimney must be totally enclosed when passing through living space with a minimum 2" clearance to combustibles.

Firestop

Firestops

WARNING: Many firestops are designed for a 1"

clearance, this fireplace requires a 2" clearance.

• Whenever the chimney penetrates a floor or ceiling

a firestop is required on the bottom side of the floor joists (see Figure 24).

• When passing through an attic the firestop must be

placed on the attic side of the joists

• When the chimney passes through a living space it

must be totally enclosed (maintain the minimum 2" clearance to combustibles)

• The space between frames that hold the firestop in

place should be measured as follows:

-- Simpson Duravent – 16”

-- Temco 16"

-- Firecraft 16 1/2"

-- FMI 16 1/2"

-- Marco 16 1/2"

Space between frames

Firestop

Cooling Vents

4' Max.

2" Min.

Max. of 30 degrees

Figure

Figure 24

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Chimney Termination Requirements

• The chimney must terminate a minimum 3' above the roof and 2' above any portion within 10'

(measured horizontally – see Figure 26). This applies to flat and sloped roofs.

• The chimney must have a chimney cap. A spark arrestor may be required in your area (check

with the local building department).

• When using a chase to enclose a chimney, the chimney termination is not required to be 3'

above the chase as long as the chase is above the roof structure. The chimney cap must still maintain the 2, 3, 10 clearance to any other structure. See the illustration below.

• Chimneys extending beyond a certain height (frequently 5') above the roof may require braces

(check the instructions included with the chimney for details)

Slanted Roofs

Chimney must extend 3' above the roof

lat Roofs

Chimney must extend 3' above the roof

Chase Installations

6” Min.

Chimney must extend 2' above any portion of the roof within 10' of the chimney

Cap

Storm Collar

Drip Collar (seal around edges)

Sheet Metal Chase Top

Chimney Pipe

Chase

Figure 26

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Facing Requirements

NOTE: Artisan faces vary in size. If the facing is over 1” thick (brick, river-rock, etc.) use the

artisan face to create a template.

• The fireplace is shipped with a set-up face that is 1/8" taller and wider than the finished

faceplate. This creates a 1/16” gap around the perimeter of the face when the finished face is installed. Leave the set-up face in place to act as a template when installing the facing.

• The fireplace requires 1/2" thick concrete-board or other non-combustible to extend from the

header to the base of the fireplace and to the framing members on both sides (do not use sheetrock or drywall). See Figure 27.

• The non-combustible facing must extend a minimum of 12" above and 2-1/2" to each side of

the faceplate.

• The non-combustible facing must be a minimum 1" thick

• Attach the cement board to the front of the fireplace with screws. Do not penetrate the

fireplace more than 3/4”.

Cement-board must extend from the header to the floor and to the framing members on both sides.

12" (min.)

2-1/2" (min.)

Non-combustible Facing

Keep the set-up face on the fireplace when installing the facing.

Figure 27

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Facing Requirements (continued)

• Facing may be installed so it inserts behind the faceplate (see Figure 28). . NOTE: the

faceplate protrudes 1" from the front of the fireplace, has a 1/8" overlap on the sides, and 1/4" overlap on top.

• The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing. If it

does, it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements listed in this manual.

• To achieve a facing that is flush with the drywall to the side of the fireplace, recess the framing

directly next to the fireplace (see Figure 28).

TOP VIEW

(cross section of fireplace, framing, and face)

Nail Down Flange (used to secure the fireplace to the framing)

Fireplace

1-1/2"

1/2"

1/8" (1/4" overalap on top, 0" on bottom)

Flush Facing

Fireplace

Faceplate

Framing

1/2" Drywall

Overlapped Facing

Fireplace

Brick Facing

Fireplace

Framing

1/2" Drywall

1/2" Concrete Board

3/8" Tile

Framing

1/2" Drywall

Brick

3/8" Tile

1/2" Concrete Board

Figure 28

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Mantel Requirements

• The optional mantel must be a minimum 23" above the top of the faceplate (61” above the

base). See Figure 29.

• The mantel must not extend more than 8-1/2" in front of the faceplate.

• Mantel side columns that extend more than 3/4" beyond the faceplate must maintain an 18"

clearance to the faceplate.

23"

Mantel (may be

Minimum Mantel Clearance

combustible)

Minimum Hearth Width = 60"

8" Min.

20" (18" in some cases)

Figure 29

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Hearth Requirements

• Local building codes may require a minimum hearth requirement different of what this manual

states

• Hearth must extend 20" in front of the faceplate when it is not elevated (see local building

codes). Hearths raised 6-1/2" must extend a minimum 18".

• Hearth must extend a minimum 8" to both sides of the faceplate (60" wide)

• Hearth must be a minimum 1" thick of cement board (or equivalent)

• Hearth must not rise more than 6-1/2" above the base of the fireplace

Elevated hearths must be constructed of non-combustible materials such as cement blocks (6-1/2” Max.).

3/4" Plywood

2 x 8 Framing

Fireplace

Ember Strip

Minimum 1" cement board

Tile or marble

2 x 4 Framing

Header height will need to be increased this dimension.

No combustible material permitted above this point

Tile or marble

15" Raised

3/4" Plywood

hearth

Faceplate

Fireplace

Ember Strip

Header height needs to be increased this dimension.

15" Raised hearth

Fireplace

Ember Strip

Faceplate

18" Min.

(Check Local Building Codes)

No hearth material can go above this point

Combustible Floor

6 1/2" Max.

Fireplace

Ember Strip

Faceplate

Combustible Floor

20" Min.

(Check Local Building Codes)

Min. 1" cement board (or equivalent)

Figure 30

Tile or marble

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Finalizing the Installation

ACID WASH WARNING Before installing the faceplate, make sure any masonry that has been treated with acid wash has been properly neutralized (this is used primarily with brick faces). Acid

wash (muriatic acid) is used to remove excess mortar. If not properly neutralized with an ammonia solution, the gold face may develop a permanent tarnish when the acid evaporates over time.

WOOD SCRAP WARNING Never burn wood scraps in the fireplace. Treated wood breaks down the catalyst inside the fireplace, decreasing efficiency and increasing emissions.

Remove Set-Up Face

• Remove the set-up face using a phillips screwdriver (see Figure 31).

Use a phillips screwdriver to remove the 10 screws holding the set-up face in place.

Phillips Screwdriver

Figure 31

• Make sure the insulation between the firebox and fireplace can is still in place (see Figure 32).

Zero Clearance Can

Firebox

Before putting on the faceplate, make sure the insulation is in place and forms a barrier between the firebox and the zero-clearance can. Check both sides and above the firebox.

Figure 32

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Prepare the Firebox

• Make sure the firebrick is properly in place (see Figure 33).

• Install the log retainer using the included 1/8" allen wrench.

• Install the baffle and grate.

Place the baffle on the brackets at the rear of the firebox (the bend goes upwards).

Make sure the side and rear firebrick is against the wall.

Place the grate in the center of the firebox.

Figure 33

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Install the Faceplate Insulation

Attach the faceplate insulation (included with the fireplace) to the back of the face (see the illustrations below).

Peel the backing off the double-backed tape on the top (arched) piece of gasket. Make sure to leave the tape attached to the gasket (use a knife if necessary).

Attach the gasket onto the back of the face (note how the holes on the gasket line up with the holes on the face). The 36 is pictured – the 44 installs in a similar fashion.

Attach the side gaskets in the same fashion, making sure the holes in the gasket line up with the holes on the face.

Attach the lower gasket in the same fashion, making sure the holes in the gasket line up with the holes on the face.

On the 36 you will need to trim the excess gasket on the upper corners (the 44 does not

rimming).

On the 36 you will need to trim the excess gasket on the lower corners (the 44 does not require trimming).

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Faceplate Installation

• The faceplate is packaged with faceplate attachment screws. Use a phillips screwdriver to

attach the faceplate (see Figure 34).

• NOTE: do not pinch any of the wires in the lower right between the faceplate and the fireplace.

10 faceplate attachment screws come included with the faceplate.

Phillips Screwdriver

Faceplate

The switch plate is installed here.

Figure 34

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Switchplate Installation and Blower Check

• Attach the two male quick-connects from the switch plate to the two female quick-connects

leading from the fireplace (see Figure 35). If the optional summer fan switch is being used, connect the other two quick connects, otherwise tuck the two male quick-connects leading from the fireplace into the cavity behind the faceplate. Attach the switch plate to the faceplate using a standard screwdriver (NOTE: the attachment screws are threaded into the faceplate).

Attach the two male quick-connects from the switch plate to the two female quick-

connects leading from the fireplace. Lower Right of Faceplate

Use a standard screwdriver to attach the switch plate

These male quick-connects are for the summer fan switch (connect them together to test if the blower operates).

• Test the blower circuit by following the directions in Figure 36.

Figure 35

Use a propane torch or

Remove the right

forward side brick.

Depress the door switch.

other heat source to heat

the area at the center of this plate. The blower, if connected properly, should start within 30 to 60 seconds.

Figure 36

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Door Installation

98500470,

98500471,

98500472

Check the position of the doors for horizontal alignment (the doors in this picture are out of alignment).

Add washers to the hinge pins to make the doors align horizontally.

Slide the doors into place.

Door

Hinge pin

Figure 37

Door Latch Adjustment

Adjust the door latch, if necessary to make a snug fit between the door gasket and the fireplace. Adjustments are made to the door latch by moving the washers from either side of the door latch and tightening the inner nut against the outer nut.

Door Latch Adjustment

he door latch is adjusted by moving washers from

ne side of the latch to the other (removing outer

ashers makes it tighter). Tighten the outer nut

gainst the inner nut to secure the latch.

OTE: The outer washer(s) must be slightly loose

o allow the door handle to turn.

Threaded portion of handle

Inner Nut

9/16" Wrench

Inner Washer(s)

Latch

Outer Nut

Outer Washer(s)

Door Latch Rod (not used on single doors)

Door Gasket

Door

Door Handle

Figure 38

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32 Index

Approved Chimney .............................................16

Blower Duct Connection.......................................15

Blower Duct Routing............................................14

Blower Electrical Connection.................................15

Blower ..............................................................14

Chimney Clearances to Combustibles ...................18

Chimney Height .................................................19

Chimney Installation ...........................................16

Chimney Requirements .......................................16

Chimney Termination Requirements......................21

Clearances........................................................12

Cooling Vent......................................................13

Dimensions .......................................................6

Door Installation.................................................31

Door Latch Adjustment........................................31

Door Installation.................................................31

Faceplate Installation ..........................................29

Facing Requirements..........................................22

Fireplace Placement Requirements.......................10

Fireplace Placement ...........................................11

Firestops...........................................................20

Framing Dimensions at 45°..................................10

Hearth Requirements..........................................25

Heating Specifications.........................................6

Install the Faceplate Insulation ............................ 28

Installation Options ............................................ 6

Installation Overview........................................... 7

Installation Requirements for Cold Environments.... 8

Installation Warnings.......................................... 4

Items Shipped with the Door(s) ............................ 6

Items Shipped with the Faceplate......................... 6

Listing Details ................................................... 2

Mantel Requirements.......................................... 24

Minimum Framing Dimensions............................. 10

Negative Pressure Warning................................. 9

Offset Requirements (30° Elbows) ........................ 20

Operating Warnings............................................ 4

Overview........................................................... 2

Packing List ...................................................... 6

Prepare the Firebox............................................ 27

Raised Fireplaces.............................................. 12

Recommended Order of Installation...................... 7

Remove Set-Up Face......................................... 26

Switchplate Installation and Blower Check .............. 30