Hearth and Home Technologies BIR50-B User Manual

Models:

BIR50-B

Wood Burning Fireplace

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

• Im portan t opera ting a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included.

• Rea d , understand an d f o ll ow th e se instructions for safe i n s t a l l a t i o n a n d operation.

WARNING

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

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

• Do not overre. Overring will void your warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specied. Failure to comply may cause house re.

NOTICE

• Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.

DO NOT

DISCARD

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

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

Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.

• Do not touch screen/mesh or glass doors until cooled

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

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as replace.

• Al e rt ch i ld re n a n d a d u lt s t o h a z a rd s o f h ig h temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other ammable materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other ammable materials away.

Installation and service of this replace should be performed by qualied personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies suggests NFI certied or factory-trained professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI certied professional.

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WARNING

Fire Risk

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

• Do not install unvented gas logs.

Read this manual before installing or operating this replace.

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Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.

Congratulations!

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

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

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

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

Homeowner Reference Information

We recommend that you record the following pertinent information about your replace:

Model Name: Date purchased/installed:

Serial Number: Location on replace:

Dealership purchased from: Dealer phone:

Notes:

Listing Label Information/Location

The model information regarding your specic replace can be found on the rating plate located on the smoke shield of the replace.

Serial

Number

Grate

Fireplace

Model

FIREPLACE NO.

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

FIREPLACE ALSO FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED HOMES

FAN KIT MODEL NO.

DO NOT OVERFIRE. USE ONLY: SOLID WOOD FUEL OR LISTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE. DO NOT USE A FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT. IF DOORS ARE USED OPERATE FIREPLACE WITH DOORS FULLY OPEN OR CLOSED ONLY. WHEN BURNING A DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE, ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION.

YES

WARNING: RISK OF FIRE DAMAGE. REPLACE GRATE WITH HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC.

MODEL NO.

CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES:

WARNING! THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO FIREPLACE.

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

IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC., 1915 W. SAUNDERS ST., MT. PLEASANT, IA 52641.

CHIMNEY 2 IN. MIN.

RATED AT 115 VOLTS, 50/60 Hz.,

MODEL NO.

FIREBOX

MFG. DATE

IN. MIN.

AMP.

Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signies change in content.

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Safety Alert Key:

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

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

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

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

Table of Contents

Congratulations! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

1 Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

B. Non-combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

C. Combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

User Guide

2 Operating Instructions

A. Your Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

B. Seasoned Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

C. Starting a Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

D. Grate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

E. Firescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

F. Flue Damper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

G. Outside Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

H. Molded Brick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

I. Glass Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

J. Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters . . . . . . . . . . 9

K. Optional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

L. Clear Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

M. Wood Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3 Maintainance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

C. Check Firebox Molded Brick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

D. Inspect Grate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

E. Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4 Troubleshooting Guide

Installer Guide

5 Getting Started

A. Typical Fireplace System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

B. Design and Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . 15

C. Draft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

D. Negative Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

E. Locating your Fireplace & Chimney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

F. Tools and Supplies Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

G. Typical Fireplace Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

H. Inspect Fireplace and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6 Framing & Clearances

A. Select Fireplace Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

B. Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

C. Sidewalls/Surrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

D. Frame the Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7 Installation of Fireplace

A. Things to Consider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

B. Position the Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

C. Place Protective Metal Hearth Strips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

D. Level Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

E. Install Outside Air Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

8 Chimney Assembly

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A. Chimney Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

B. Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

C. Installation Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

D. Frame Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

E. Cut Roof Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

F. Install Firestop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

G. Assemble Chimney Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

H. Using Offsets/Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

I. Offset Elbow Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

J. Supplementary Support & Stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

K. Install Attic Insulation Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

L. Install Roof Radiation Shields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

M. Attach Flashing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

N. Finish Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

O. Chimney Termination Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

9 Chase Installations

A. Construct the Chase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

B. Install Fireplace & Chimney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

C. Install Chase Top Flashing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

10 Shrouds

A. Shroud Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

B. House Style Shroud. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

C. Arch / Mailbox Style Shroud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

D. Pyramid Style Shroud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

11 Installation of Molded Brick Panel

A. Install Hearth Molded Brick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

B. Install Back Molded Brick Panel-Traditional . . . . . . . 36

C. Install Side Molded Brick Panel-Traditional . . . . . . . . 36

D. Installing Back Molded Brick Panel-Herringbone . . . 37

E. Installing Side Molded Brick Panel-Herringbone . . . . 37

F. Install Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

G. Install Mortar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

H. Grate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

12 Finishing

A. Non-combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

B. Combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

C. Hearth Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

D. Finishing Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

E. Combustible Mantel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

F. Sidewalls/Surrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

13 Accessories

A. Gas Log/Lighter Provision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

B. Wood Burning Inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

14 Reference Materials

A. Fireplace Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

B. Optional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

C. Chimney Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

D. Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

E. Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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Warranty

HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership

following the date of product shipment from HHT, regardless of the installation or occupancy date. The warranty period for

Wood

listed

and glass

X X X X X Factory-installed blowers

X Molded refractory panels

X Firepots and burnpots

5 years 1 year X X Castings and baffles

HHT chimney and termination

years

Lifetime

beyond warranty period

Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., on behalf of its hearth brands (”HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer.

WARRANTY COVERAGE:

of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. After installation, if covered components manufactured by HHT are found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the applicable warranty period, HHT will, at its option, repair or replace the covered components. HHT, at its own discretion, may fully discharge all of its obligations under such warranties by replacing the product itself or refunding the verified purchase price of the product itself. The maximum amount recoverable under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the product. This warranty is subject to conditions, exclusions and limitations as described below.

WARRANTY PERIOD:

Warranty coverage begins on the date of original purchase. In the case of new home construction, warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent, authorized HHT dealer/ distributor, whichever occurs earlier. The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months

parts and labor for covered components is produced in the following table. The term “Limited Lifetime” in the table below is defined as: 20 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for

gas appliances, and 10 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for wood, pellet, and coal appliances. These time periods reflect the minimum expected useful lives of the designated components under normal operating conditions.

Warranty Period HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting

Parts Labor Gas Wood Pellet

1 Year

2 years

3 years

7 years 3 years X X X

Limited

1 year X Burners, logs and refractory

3 years X X X X X Firebox and heat exchanger

X X X X X X X

X X X

EPA

Coal Electric Venting

Components Covered

All parts and material except as

covered by Conditions,

Exclusions, and Limitations

Igniters, electronic components,

Manifold tubes,

90 Days

X X X X X X X

See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page.

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All replacement parts

WARRANTY CONDITIONS:

• This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites.

• This warranty is only valid while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation.

• Contact your installing dealer for warranty service. If the installing dealer is unable to provide necessary parts, contact the nearest HHT authorized dealer or supplier. Additional service fees may apply if you are seeking warranty service from a dealer other than the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product.

• Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call. Travel and shipping charges for parts are not covered by this warranty.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:

This warranty does not cover the following:

• Changes in surface finishes as a result of normal use. As a heating appliance, some changes in color of interior and exterior surface finishes may occur. This is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty.

• Damage to printed, plated, or enameled surfaces caused by fingerprints, accidents, misuse, scratches, melted items, or other external sources and residues left on the plated surfaces from the use of abrasive cleaners or polishes.

• Repair or replacement of parts that are subject to normal wear and tear during the warranty period. These parts include: paint, wood, pellet and coal gaskets, firebricks, grates,flame guides, light bulbs, batteries and the discoloration of glass.

• Minor expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts causing noise. These conditions are normal and complaints related to this noise are not covered by this warranty.

• Damages resulting from: (1) failure to install, operate, or maintain the appliance in accordance with the installation instructions, operating instructions, and listing agent identification label furnished with the appliance; (2) failure to install the appliance in accordance with local building codes; (3) shipping or improper handling; (4) improper operation, abuse, misuse, continued operation with damaged, corroded or failed components, accident, or improperly/ incorrectly performed repairs; (5) environmental conditions, inadequate ventilation, negative pressure, or drafting caused by tightly sealed constructions, insufficient make-up air supply, or handling devices such as exhaust fans or forced air furnaces or other such causes; (6) use of fuels other than those specified in the operating instructions; (7) installation or use of components not supplied with the appliance or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by HHT; (8) modification of the appliance not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing; and/or (9) interruptions or fluctuations of electrical power supply to the appliance.

• Non-HHT venting components, hearth components or other accessories used in conjunction with the appliance.

• Any part of a pre-existing fireplace system in which an insert or a decorative gas appliance is installed.

• HHT’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to the appliance’s capability to heat the desired space. Information is provided to assist the consumer and the dealer in selecting the proper appliance for the application. Consideration must be given to appliance location and configuration, environmental conditions, insulation and air tightness of

This warranty is void if:

• The appliance has been over-fired or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine, or other damaging chemicals. Over-firing can be identified by, but not limited to, warped plates or tubes, rust colored cast iron, bubbling, cracking and discoloration of steel or enamel finishes.

• The appliance is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation.

• There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited to, improper chimney or venting installation.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY:

• The owner’s exclusive remedy and HHT’s sole obligation under this warranty, under any other warranty, express or implied, or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair, or refund, as specified above. In no event will HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the appliance. Some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.

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Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certication

This replace system has been tested and listed in accordance with UL 127 standards by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation and operation in the United States.

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

This replace has been tested and listed for use with the optional components specied in this manual. These optional components may be purchased separately and installed at a later date. The outside air kits must be installed at the time of replace installation.

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

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

DO NOT:

• install or operate damaged replace

• modify replace

• install other than as instructed by Hearth & Home Technologies

• operate the replace without fully assembling all components

• overre

• install an unvented gas log set

• install any component not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies

• install parts or components not Listed or approved

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.

B. Non-combustible Materials

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

- Steel - Iron

- Brick - Tile

- Concrete - Slate

- Glass - Plasters

• Materials reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard

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

C. Combustible Materials

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

- Wood - Compressed paper

- Plant bers - Plastic

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

For assistance or additional information, consult a qualied installer, service agency or your dealer.

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

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User Guide

Operating Instructions

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

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

Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.

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

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

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as  replace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other  ammable materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other  ammable materials away.

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

WARNING! DO NOT operate  replace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate  replace according to operating instructions could cause  re or injury.

A. Your Fireplace

Molded Brick Panels

Section 2.H.

Grate

Section 2.D.

Wood Fuel

Section 2.M.

Mantel

Hearth

Gas Log Set

Gas Log Lighters

(not shown) Section 2.J.

Firescreen (not shown) Section 2.E.

Glass Doors

(not shown) Section 2.I.

Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts

Clear Space

Section 2.L.

Outside Air Control Handles

Section 2.G. Turn handle to unlock, pull towards the inside

of the fireplace to open.

Reverse steps to close & lock.

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Flue Damper Section 2.F. UP to Open

DOWN to Close

B. Seasoned Wood

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

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

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

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

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

C. Starting a Fire

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

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Keep combustible materials, gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids clear of the replace.

DO NOT:

• store ammable materials close to the replace

• use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter uid or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a re in this replace.

Keep all ammable liquids well away from the replace while it is in use. Combustible materials may ignite.

• The rst three or four res should be of moderate size to

allow the oils and binders to be burned from the replace and the molded brick panels, and paint to cure. You may notice an industrial odor the rst few res. This is considered normal.

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

• Open the ue damper to a fully open position.

• Place crumpled or twisted paper under the replace

grate.

• Loosely arrange kindling or small pieces of wood to form

a ‘tent’ on the replace grate.

• Pre-warm the ue to establish a draft to help reduce smoke

spillage during start-up. Hold a rolled up piece of burning newspaper under the ue damper for a few moments.

• Light the crumpled paper to ignite the kindling.

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

been established.

• Add a minimum of three average size pieces of split

rewood, placed to allow combustion air and ames between them.

D. Grate

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

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

• Keeps logs in place.

• Allows proper air circulation around the re.

E. Firescreen

The rescreen is provided to control sparks. Keep it closed when the replace is in use.

WARNING! Risk of Fire or Burns!

• Screen will not prevent burning materials from falling out.

• Screen pulls or handles may be hot.

F. Flue Damper

• Refer to Figure 2.1 for location of control.

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

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

WARNING! Risk of Fire and Asphyxiation! Open damper

prior to operating replace. A closed damper overres the replace and will cause smoke and ames to spill into the room.

G. Outside Air

• Refer to Figure 2.1 for location of controls.

• Outside air doors should be in the fully opened position during operation of the replace.

• Before lighting the replace, turn both handles & pull out to open. Reverse steps to close and lock.

H. Molded Brick Panel

• The molded brick panel is shipped separately, but required to contain heat and provide an attractive interior.

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

• Cracks in the mortar may occur and do not affect the safety of the replace

• (See Molded Brick Panel Maintenance, Section 3.C.)

CAUTION! Odors and vapors released during initial operation may be irritating to sensitive individuals. Open windows for air circulation.

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WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT burn replace without molded brick panel. Use only molded brick panel supplied by Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc.

I. Glass Doors J. Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters

24 in. (61.0 cm)

Clear Space

Sides of Fireplace Opening

48 in. (121.9 cm)

Clear Space

Front of Fireplace

• Glass and screen doors are optional.

• Refer to Figure 2.2 for proper use.

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

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

• Optional

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

WARNING! Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation!

• DO NOT install unvented gas logs.

• Damper must be locked open.

• Gas  ame may generate fumes.

FULLY OPEN

CORRECT

FULLY CLOSED

CORRECT

Figure 2.2 Operating Positions of Bi-fold Doors

PARTLY OPEN

INCORRECT

PARTLY CLOSED

INCORRECT

K. Optional Components

• Other options may be available

• Consult your dealer/distributor

WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT install and or use any

component not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.

L. Clear Space

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

• DO NOT place combustible objects within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the front of  replace. See Figure 2.3.

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

Figure 2.3 Clear Space

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M. Wood Fuel

Hardwood vs Softwood

Your replace performance depends on the quality of the rewood you use.

• Seasoned wood contains about 8,000 BTUs per pound .

• Hard woods are more dense than soft woods.

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

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

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

• Start the re with soft wood to bring the replace up to operating temperature and to establish draft.

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

Soft woods Hard woods

• Douglas Fir • Oak

• Pine • Maple

• Spruce • Apple

• Cedar • Birch

• Poplar

• Aspen

• Alder

Seasoned Wood

• Cut logs to size

• Split to 6 in. (152 mm) or less

• Air dry to a moisture content of around 20%

- Soft wood - about nine months

- Hard wood - about eighteen months

NOTICE: Seasoning time may vary depending on drying

conditions.

Storing Wood

Steps to ensure properly seasoned wood:

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

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

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

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

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

Moisture

WARNING! Risk of Fire!

• DO NOT burn wet or green wood.

• Wet, unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of creosote.

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

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

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

WARNING! Fire Risk! DO NOT store wood:

• in front of the replace.

• in space required for loading or ash removal.

Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs

Manufactured relogs may be used with this replace. Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of UL Classied processed fuel relogs. Follow the manufacturer’s lighting and safety instructions.

Using relogs may require more frequent chimney inspection and cleaning.

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

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Maintainance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes

Frequency: When they reach bottom of grate By: Homeowner

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

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

• The closed container should be placed on a noncombustible oor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending 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.

B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning

Frequency: At least twice a year during heating season or

as recommended by a certied chimney sweep By: Certied chimney sweep

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

Refer to Figure 3.1 to remove/reinstall termination caps.

Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal

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

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

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

• replacement of the chimney, and

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

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

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

Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning

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Remove 4 screws & lift off top.

14DCA-VC

Termination Cap

C. Check Firebox Molded Brick Panel

Frequency: After each ash removal By: Homeowner

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Inspect replace molded brick panel. Crumbling, deteriorated molded brick panel can allow overheating of surrounding materials.

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

The panels should be replaced if

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

• Metal is exposed behind the panels,

• Large pieces of panel fall out.

NOTICE: Do not substitute for HHT mortar. Other materials may stain the molded brick panels.

D. Inspect Grate

Frequency: After each ash removal By: Homeowner

Inspect grate for:

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

• Broken welds

• Burn-through of grate bars For safe operation, replace only with the approved grate

from Hearth & Homes Technologies Inc.

E. Glass Cleaning

Frequency: As desired By: Homeowner

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

• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass

• Avoid abrasive cleaners

• Do not clean glass while it is hot

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

• Light deposits

- Use household glass cleaner

• Heavy deposits

- Use wood ash on damp cloth or,

- Use commercial replace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer)

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Troubleshooting Guide

Start Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution

Can’t get re started Excessive smoke or spillage Burns too slowly Smolders, sizzles

Not enough kindling/paper or no kindling/paper

Damper closed/not fully open Open damper.

Not enough air for re to ignite Check for restricted cap/shroud.

Wood condition is too wet, too large Use dry, seasoned wood (refer to wood fuel section).

Use dry kindling, more paper. Arrange kindling & wood for air movement.

Check for ue blockage.

Pre-warm ue before starting re (refer to starting re section).

Check for adequate vent height (refer to chimney assembly section).

Open window below the replace towards the wind.

Bed of coals not established before adding wood

Flue blockage such as birds’ nests or leaves in termination cap

Down draft or negative pressure Competition with exhaust devices

Fire burns too fast Extremely dry or soft wood Mix in hardwood.

No glass doors Add glass doors to slow down air ow.

Overdrafting Check for correct vent height; too much vertical height

Start with paper & kindling to establish bed of coals (refer to starting re section).

Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned by a certied chimney sweep.

Do not use exhaust fans during start-up (refer to negative pressure section).

Open window below the replace towards the wind.

Mix in less seasoned wood after re is established (refer to wood fuel section).

creates overdrafting.

Check location of vent termination (refer to chimney assembly section).

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Getting Started

A. Typical Fireplace System

Installer Guide

Termination cap (Sections 8)

Storm Collar (Section 8)

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

Support straps on rafter supports chimney (not shown) (Section 8)

Ceiling firestop on floor of attic (Section 8)

Chimney system (Section 8)

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

Chase Top Flashing (Section 9)

(4) Roof Radiation Shields (Section 8)

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

Attic Shield Collar (Section 8)

Attic insulation shield must be used here to keep insulation away from chimney if attic is insulated (Section 8)

Framing headed off in ceiling joists (Section 8)

Enclosed space above and around fireplace (Section 6)

Mantel and surround (Section 12)

Decorative facing and trim (Sections 12)

Outside Air (both sides)

Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System

Hearth extension (Sections 12)

Factory-built fireplace

Protective metal hearth strip(s) (Section 7)

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B. Design and Installation Considerations

D. Negative Pressure

NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation.

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

• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, re ofcials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and permits.

Before installing, determine the following:

• Where the replace is to be installed.

• The vent system conguration to be used.

• Gas supply piping.

• Framing and nishing details.

• Whether optional accessories are desired.

C. Draft

Draft is the pressure difference needed to vent replaces successfully. When a replace is drafting successfully, all combustion by-products are exiting the home through the chimney.

Considerations for successful draft include:

• Preventing negative pressure

• Location of replace and chimney

NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies assume s no responsibility for the improper performance of the replace system caused by:

• Inadequate draft due to environmental conditions

• Downdrafts

• Tight sealing construction of the structure

• Mechanical exhausting devices

• Improper positioning of the chimney in a not-recommended location on the roof.

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

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

Causes include:

• Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.)

• Range hoods

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

• Clothes dryers

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

• Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system

• Upper level air leaks such as:

- Recessed lighting

- Attic hatch

- Duct leaks

To minimize the effects of negative air pressure:

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

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

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

• Recessed lighting should be a “sealed can” design

• Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed

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

• Basement installations should be avoided

NOTICE: The fireplace provides some outside air for combustion. Other methods may be necessary if more air is required.

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

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