Lopi Freedom Fireplace Insert User Manual

F r e e d o m Fireplace Insert

Owner's

Manual

• Masonry Fireplace

Insert

Save these instructions

for future reference

SAFETY NOTICE:

If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.

Industries, Inc.

$10.00 100-01162

4050923

Tested to: U.L. 1482

Listed

2 Introduction

Introduction

We welcome you as a new owner of a Lopi Freedom wood-burning fireplace insert. In purchasing a Lopi Freedom you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Lopi Freedom is one of the finest appliances the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this appliance. Please familiarize yourself with the Owner's Manual before operating your appliance and save the manual for future reference. Included are helpful hints and suggestions which will make the installation and operation of your new appliance an easier and more enjoyable experience. We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your appliance.

Important Information

No other Lopi Freedom appliance has the same serial number as yours. The serial number is stamped onto the label on the back of the appliance.

Mail your Warranty Card Today, and Save Your Bill of Sale.

This serial number will be needed in case you require service of any type.

Model: Lopi Freedom ND

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date you purchased your appliance. Do not mail your Bill of Sale to us.

We suggest that you attach your Bill of Sale to this page so that you will have all the information you need in one place should the need for service or information occur.

Table of Contents 3

General Information

Introduction ......................................................2

Important Information .........................................2

Safety Precautions.............................................4

Features & Specifications ....................................6

Fireplace Insert Installation

Planning The Installation .....................................7

Preparation for Installation ..............................7

Additional Accessories Needed for Installation ....7

Installation Considerations.............................. 7

Fireplace Requirements ......................................8

Insert Placement Requirements ............................9

Hearth Requirements .........................................9

Masonry Fireplace Requirements..........................9

Drafting Performance .........................................10

Leveling Bolt Installation......................................10

Block-Off Plate Installation...................................11

Insert with Positive Connection .............................12

Insert with Direct Connection (Masonry Fireplace) ....13

Operating Your Appliance

Safety Notice: ...................................................14

Before Your First Fire .........................................14

Opening the Door ..............................................14

Bypass Operation ..............................................15

Starting a Fire ...................................................15

Adjusting the Burn Rate ......................................17

Ash Removal ....................................................17

Optional Blower Operation...................................18

Re-Loading the Stove .........................................18

Overnight Burn..................................................18

Normal Operating Sounds ...................................18

Hints for Burning................................................19

Selecting Wood .................................................19

Troubleshooting ................................................20

Maintaining Your Appliance

Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use) ................21

Remove Ash (if necessary)..............................21

Clean the Glass (if necessary) .........................21

Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use).......22

Door and Glass Inspection ..............................22

Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal ......2

Yearly Maintenance............................................23

Touch Up Paint.............................................23

Cleaning the Air Duct and Blower (if applicable)...23

Firebrick and Baffle Inspection .........................23

Door Parts ........................................................24

Replacing the Glass.......................................24

Replacing the Door Gasket..............................24

Replacing the Door Handle..............................24

Firebox Parts ....................................................25

Floor and Side F irebrick Removal & Replacement ..............25

Baffle Removal & Replacement.............................26

Air Tube Removal & Replacement .........................26

Warranty

Warranty ..........................................................27

Listing Information

Listing Label .....................................................28

Optional Equipment

Door Shell Installation .........................................29

Flush Kit...........................................................31

Surround Panels ................................................32

Front Blower (part # 99000133).............................33

Index

Index ...............................................................34

4 Safety Precautions

The viewing door must be closed and latched during operation.

Never block free airflow through the air vents on this appliance.

This appliance is designed and approved for the burning of cord wood only. Do not attempt to burn any other type of fuel other than cord wood in this appliance, it will void all warranties and safety listings.

Do not touch the appliance while it is hot and educate all children of the danger of a hightemperature appliance. Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance.

36"

Gas

ASHES

Gasoline or other flammable liquids must never be used to start the fire or "Freshen Up" the fire. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.

Ashes must be disposed in a metal container with a tight lid and placed on a noncombustible surface well away from the home or structure.

Keep furniture, drapes, curtains, wood, paper, and other combustibles a minimum of 36" away from the front of the appliance.

This appliance must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house fire. The instructions must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in the installation.

Inspect the chimney connector and chimney at least twice monthly and clean if necessary. Creosote may build up and cause a house fire.

Do not connect this appliance to any chimney serving another appliance.

Type

Clay

Liner

Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or inspection requirements in your area. Notify your insurance company of this appliance as well.

This appliance must be connected to a listed high temperature (UL 103 HT) residential type chimney or an approved masonry chimney with a standard clay tile, or stainless steel liner.

Mobile

Home

Safety Precautions 5

When installed in a mobile home, this appliance must be bolted to the floor, have outside air, and not be installed in the bedroom (Per H.U.D. requirements). Check with local building officials.

Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near this appliance.

Never try to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless instructions are given in this manual. All other work must be done by a trained technician.

Allow the appliance to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning.

Maintain the door and glass seal and keep them in good condition.

Avoid placing wood against the glass when loading. Do not slam the door or strike the glass.

Do not make any changes or modifications to an existing masonry fireplace or chimney to install this appliance.

Do not make any changes to the appliance to increase combustion air.

Overfiring the appliance may cause a house fire. If a unit or chimney connector glows, you are overfiring.

Do not use a grate or other device to elevate the fire off of the firebox floor. Burn the fire directly on the bricks.

This Manual

Do not throw this manual away. This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that you will need at a later time. Always follow the instructions in this manual.

Travis Industries, Inc. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your appliance, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).

6 Features & Specifications

Installation Options:

• Masonry Fireplace Insert

WARNING: Do not install this fireplace insert into a factory-built metal (Z.C.) fireplace.

Features:

• EPA Phase II Approved

• 2.9 Cubic Foot Firebox Volume

• Single Operating Control

• Accepts Logs Up to 24" Long

• Steel Plate Construction (5/16" & 3/16")

• Heavy Duty Refractory Firebrick

• Optional High-Tech Blower

Heating Specifications:

Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)* 1,200 to 2,250 (Extended)

1,200 to 2,000 (with Flush Kit)

Maximum BTU's per Hour (Cord Wood Calculation) 73,300

Overall Efficiency (Oregon Method) 71.1 %

Maximum Burn Time Up to 12 Hours

* Heating capacity will vary depending on the home's floor plan, degree of insulation, and the outside temperature. It is also affected by the quality and moisture level of the fuel.

Dimensions:

Measure side and top clearances from the top plate.

Weight = 455 lbs.

Emissions:

20-1/4"

29-1/4"

5-5/8"

1-5/8"

21-1/4"

21-3/4"

13-1/2"

18-7/8"

Fireplace Opening Extended Position (stock)

Fireplace Opening Flush Position (requires kit)

Figure 1

3.2 Grams Per Hour (EPA Phase II Approved) – Tests conducted by E.E.S.P.C.

Installation (for qualified installers only) 7

SAFETY NOTICE:

Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.

Planning The Installation

We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your fireplace insert. If you install the fireplace insert yourself, your authorized dealer should review your installation plans.

Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this fireplace insert and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation.

Preparation for Installation

• Check for damage to the exterior of the fireplace insert (dents should be reported, scratches can be

fixed by applying touch up paint).

• Check the interior of the firebox (replace cracked firebrick and make sure baffle is in place).

The fireplace insert can be lightened by removing the firebricks and baffle (pg 25) - replace before operation.

Additional Accessories Needed for Installation

1 Door Shell (Black 99300195 Brass 99300196 or Pewter 99300197 - see pg 29)

2 Surround Panels (see page 31)

Installation Considerations

Installation Type

Insert with Positive Flue (Full Reline)

(Page 12)

Insert with Direct Connect Flue

(Page 13)

Considerations

• Provides best draft

• Easiest to clean

• Provides good draft

• Requires fireplace block-off plate - see page 11

8 Installation (for qualified installers only)

Fireplace Requirements

Figure 2 shows the minimum size requirements for the type of fireplace used.

Extended

With

Minimum Fireplace Size

Combustible Mantel

Height (front)

Height (rear)

Non-Combustible Facing

Width (front)

Width (rear)

Depth

Hearth Depth*

Hearth Width

Facing Width

Facing Height with mantel shield

Non-Combustible Hearth

Mantel Height with mantel shield

(stock)

21-3/4" 21-3/4" 29-1/4" 21-1/4" 13-1/2" 23" 45-1/4" 56-1/4" 50-1/4" 37-1/4" 52-1/4" 39-1/4"

* This is the distance the insert protrudes from

the fireplace opening plus the required 16" of

Flush Kit

21-3/4" 21-3/4" 29-1/4" 21-1/4" 18-7/8" 17-5/8" 45-1/4" 56-1/4" 40-1/4" N/A 40-1/4" N/A

hearth extension.

Figure 2

Installation (for qualified installers only) 9

Insert Placement Requirements

• The insert must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes,

doors), 36" of the front of the insert

• Insert and hearth must be installed on a level, secure floor

• The minimum clearances, facing, and hearth requirements in Figure 3 must be met.

Combustible Mantel

Side Wall

Non-Combustible

Hearth

Hearth Requirements

Minimum Clearances

Combustible Top Facing

Facing

Sidewall to Insert

Side Facing

Top Facing with mantel shield

Mantel to Insert with mantel shield

Hearth (Front)

Hearth (Side)

Front of Insert

Extension onto Hearth

Extended

(stock)

15" 13-1/2" 30" 17" 32" 19" 16" 8" 36"

With

Flush Kit

15" 13-1/2" 20" N/A 20" N/A 16" 8" 36"

1-5/8"

Figure 3

• Must extend 16" in front of the insert and 8" on both sides

• Must be non-combustible and at least .018" thick (26 gauge)

Masonry Fireplace Requirements

• Chimney must have a clay tile liner or a stainless steel liner (positive connection)

• Entire fireplace, including chimney, must be clean and undamaged. Any damage must be repaired

prior to installation of the insert

• Chimney height: 15' minimum; 33' maximum.

• Entire fireplace, including chimney, must meet local building requirements

10 Installation (for qualified installers only)

Drafting Performance

This appliance relies upon natural draft to operate. External forces, such as wind, barometric pressure, topography, or factors of the home (negative pressure from exhaust fans, chimneys, air infiltration, etc.), may adversely affect draft. Travis Industries can not be responsible for external forces leading to less than optimal performance.

Leveling Bolt Installation

Two leveling bolts are included to level the insert if the fireplace has a stepped-up hearth. To install, raise the rear of the insert up and insert the leveling bolts into the holes in the rear corners of the insert. Adjust the bolts until they extend the same height as the hearth steps up. After the insert is installed, fine-tune the leveling bolts to level the insert (see Figure 4).

The leveling bolts go

This distance is the hearth step-up. The

leveling bolts should stick out this far from the

base of the insert.

Hearth

into the holes at the rear corners of the

insert.

Fireplace

Figure 4

Installation (for qualified installers only) 11

Block-Off Plate Installation

Whenever this appliance is installed with a direct connection a block-off plate, or other non-combustible seal-off device (e.g. damper adapter), will need to be installed. This device is used to seal the chimney, insuring no smoke enters the home and providing the chimney system with a seal to promote draft. The directions below detail the steps for construction and installation of a block-off plate.

1 Determine a location for the block-off plate at the top of the firebox below the damper area (make

it high enough to allow installation of the connection pipe). The location should be level and in an area where it can be mounted easily. Measure the width at the rear ("A") and front ("B") of the firebox at the height where the block-off plate will be installed (see Figure 5). Then measure the depth of the location where the block-off plate will be installed ("C").

2 Make a cardboard template of the measurements, but add a 2" flange to each side. This flange

will be used to mount the block-off plate to the inside of the firebox. Bend the flanges downwards on the template and place it inside the fireplace. If the template fits correctly in its planned location, go to the next step. If it does not, make a new template with the appropriate corrections until it fits correctly.

3 With the template in place, mark the location of the flue (see “Dimensions” on page 6). This

location approximates the center of the flue when the insert is in place (a slight offset may occur based upon insert and block-off plate placement). Remove the template and cut a 6 1/4" diameter hole centered on this mark.

4 Make the block-off plate of 24 gage or thicker steel to match the template. Drill two holes in each

flange for mounting the plate.

5 Mount the block-off plate using masonry screws.

6 Insulate the block-off plate using high-temperature fiberglass insulation (Kaowool® or equivalent)

and furnace cement (allow the cement to dry for at least 24 hours before burning).

7 After placing the appliance and installing the pipe through the block-off plate, use high-

temperature fiberglass insulation and furnace cement to seal any cracks between the pipe and block-off plate.

See the dimensions to

determine the location of the

center of the flue.

Firebox

Damper

Block-Off Plate Template

2" Flanges (for attaching

the block-off plate)

See the dimensions to determine the location of the center of the flue.

Measurement

"A"

Measurement

Measurement "B"

"C"

Figure 5

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