Napoleon Fireplaces NZ26 User Manual

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INSTALLATION

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TESTED AND LISTED BY INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES TO STANDARDS: CAN/ULC S610, UL 127, FOR ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACES, AND TO ULC
S639 FOR STEEL LINER ASSEMBLIES FOR SOLID FUEL BURNING MASONRY FIREPLACES. CERTIFIED UNDER USA ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (E.P.A.) JULY 1990 AND
THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (D.E.Q.) PARTICULATE EMISSION STANDARDS

NZ-26

SAFETY INFORMATION

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WARNING

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

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage, bodily
injury or even death. Please read entire manual before you
install and use your fi replace.

This fi replace has not been tested with an unvented gas
log set. To reduce risk of fi re or injury, do not install an
unvented gas log set into the fi replace.

- This fi replace can be very hot when burning.

- Combustible materials such as fi rewood, wet clothing, etc.
placed too close can catch fi re.

- Children and pets must be kept from touching the fi replace
when it is hot.

- The chimney must be sound and free of cracks. Before install­ing this unit, contact the local building or fi re authority and follow
their guidelines.

- Operate only with the door tightly closed.

- Burn wood behind the log retainer directly on the fi rebricks.

- Do not use an elevated grate or otherwise raise the fi re.

- This fi replace is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher
effi ciencies and lower emissions generally result when burning
air dried seasoned hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to
green or freshly cut hardwoods.

- Do not start a fi re with chemicals or fl uids such as gasoline,
engine oil, etc.

- Do not burn treated wood, coal, charcoal, colored paper, card­board, solvents or garbage.

- Do not let the fi replace become hot enough for any part to
glow red.

Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 4Y8 Canada / 103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030

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INTRODUCTION

WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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TABLE of CONTENTS

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PG 2-6 INTRODUCTION

Warnings and Safety Precautions

Specifi cations
Warranty
Installation Overview
General Instructions
General Information

Care of Glass and Plated Parts

7 HI-EFFICIENCY HEATING

Five Options

8-11 INSTALLATION / FRAMING

Location and Clearances

Framing
Finishing
Enclosure Finishing and Enclosure Alternate Finishing
Outside Combustion Air
Mantel Clearances

Hearth Extension

11-13 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION
Adding Chimney Sections

Offset Chimney Installation
Installing Flashing and Storm Collar
Connection to a Masonry Chimney

14-15

Attaching the Handle

Top Firebrick and Baffl e Installation

FINAL ASSEMBLY

16 OPTIONAL BLOWER

16 FEATURES

Controlling Combustion Air

Achieving Proper Draft

17-18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Fuel Loading and Burn Cycle

Ash Removal Procedures

18 MAINTENANCE

Gasket / Baffl e Replacement

Door Glass Replacement
Creosote Formation And Removal
Run-Away or Chimney Fire
Fire Extinguishers and Smoke Detectors
Woodpile Maintenance

19-20

Ordering Replacement Parts

Replacement Parts
Accessories

REPLACEMENTS

21 TROUBLE SHOOTING

22 SERVICE HISTORY

23-24 NOTES

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NOTE: Changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.

Congratulations on the purchase of your hi-tech, high effi ciency solid fuel burning fi replace! It has been extensively tested

in Canadian and American laboratories.

SPECIFICATIONS

FIGURE 1

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NAPOLEON® products are manufactured under the strict Standard of the World Recognized

ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Assurance Certificate.

NAPOLEON® products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained craftsmen who take great
pride in their work. The complete fireplace is thoroughly inspected by a qualified technician before packaging to ensure that you,

the customer, receives the quality product that you expect from NAPOLEON®.

NAPOLEON® WOOD FIREPLACE PRESIDENT'S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

The following materials and workmanship in your new NAPOLEON® wood fireplace are warranted against defects for
as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel baffle retainer, ceramic
glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components, aluminum extrusion

trims ash drawer, and cast iron castings.

Electrical (110V) components and wearable parts such as blowers, thermal switch, switches, wiring, firebrick, gasketing, and
high temperature paint are covered and NAPOLEON® will provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year

of the limited warranty.

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair work, however, requires the prior
approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to the account of NAPOLEON® are based on a predetermined rate

schedule and any repair work must be done through an authorized NAPOLEON® dealer.

CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS

NAPOLEON® warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only -- i.e., the individual or legal entity
(registered customer) whose name appears on the warranty registration card fi led with NAPOLEON® -- provided that the purchase was
made through an authorized NAPOLEON® dealer and is subject to the following conditions and limitations:

This factory warranty is non-transferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.

The wood fi replace must be installed by an authorized service technician or contractor. Installation must be done in accordance with
the installation instructions included with the product and all local and national building and fi re codes.

This limited warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, accident, alterations, abuse or neglect and
parts installed from other manufacturers will nullify this warranty.

This limited warranty further does not cover any scratches, dents, corrosion or discoloring caused by excessive heat, abrasive and
chemical cleaners nor chipping on porcelain enamel parts, nor any venting components used in the installation of the fi replace.

In the fi rst year only, this warranty extends to the repair or replacement of warranted parts which are defective in material or workmanship
provided that the product has been operated in accordance with the operation instructions and under normal conditions.

After the fi rst year, with respect to the President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON® may, at its discretion, fully discharge all
obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding to the original warranted purchaser the wholesale price of any warranted but
defective part(s).

After the fi rst year, NAPOLEON® will not be responsible for installation, labour or any other costs or expenses related to the reinstallation
of a warranted part, and such expenses are not covered by this warranty.

Notwithstanding any provisions contained in the President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON’S responsibility under this warranty
is defi ned as above and it shall not in any event extend to any incidental, consequential or indirect damages.

This warranty defi nes the obligations and liability of NAPOLEON® with respect to the NAPOLEON® wood fi replace and any other
warranties expressed or implied with respect to this product, its components or accessories are excluded.

NAPOLEON® neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale
of this product. NAPOLEON® will not be responsible for: over-fi ring, downdrafts, spillage caused by environmental conditions such as
rooftops, buildings, nearby trees, hills, mountains, inadequate vents or ventilation, excessive venting confi gurations, insuffi cient makeup
air, or negative air pressures which may or may not be caused by mechanical systems such as exhaust fans, furnaces, clothes dryers,
etc.

Any damages to fi replace, combustion chamber, heat exchanger, brass trim or other component due to water, weather damage, long
periods of dampness, condensation, damaging chemicals or cleaners will not be the responsibility of NAPOLEON®.

The bill of sale or copy will be required together with a serial number and a model number when making any warranty claims from
your authorized dealer. The warranty registration card must be returned within fourteen days to register the warranty.

NAPOLEON® reserves the right to have its representative inspect any product or part thereof prior to honouring any warranty
claim.

ALL SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUE TO ON-GOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® IS A

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REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF WOLF STEEL LTD. PATENTS U.S. 5.303.693.801 - CAN. 2.073.411, 2.082.915. © WOLF STEEL LTD.

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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

This fi replace and its components are designed to be installed and
operated as a system. Any alteration to or substitution for items in
this system, unless allowed by these installation instructions, will
void the Warnock Hersey, listing and may void the product war­ranty. It may also create a hazardous installation. Read through
these instructions thoroughly before starting your installation and
follow them carefully throughout your project.

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WARNING

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

This is the most effi cient,
simple and trouble free
woodburning system
we know of and works
as follows:

FIGURE 3

Primary combustion air enters through the air control inlet box regulated
by a draft control, travels up the side through a duct and enters the top
centre of the combustion chamber into a preheating airwash located
across the top and then down the window to feed the fi re and also to
ensure that the glass remains clean.

Secondary air feeds directly into the combustion chamber at hearth level
through the log retainer and also through inlets located at the bottom
back corners of the combustion chamber. This air travels up the riser
to the four secondary air tubes located at the top and shoots out laterally
to oxidize the gases rising to the smoke exit.

The combustion chamber is lined with high-temperature fi rebrick on
all sides, and across the bottom to maintain a high temperature in the
combustion chamber so that gases mixing with the preheated air from

the secondary air tubes are easily ignited and burned.
sides and back permit a zero clearance installation and direct the
heat upwards and forwards into the room. Be sure to provide suf­fi cient combustion air. There are many other appliances in your home
competing for air such as a kitchen range hood, forced air heating

devices or a bathroom exhaust fan.
If the outside air feature is utilized, you will never experience a

shortage of combustion air. If you choose not to utilize outside air
and experience draft or smoking problems, you may need to open
a door or window.

After extended periods of non-operation such as following a vacation
or a warm weather season, the fi replace may emit a slight odour for
a few hours. This is caused by dust particles on the fi rebox burning
off. Open a window to suffi ciently ventilate the room.

The fi

replace

Your fi replace must be installed in accordance with all national and local
building code standards and the standard of Chimney and Fireplaces,
Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances NFPA #211. Consult the
authority having jurisdiction (such as municipal building department,
fi re department, fi re prevention bureau, etc.) to determine the need
to obtain a permit. If you are in doubt about the proper installation for
your situation, contact your dealer or local building or fi re offi cial. The
manufacturer does not guarantee that this fi replace and its options will
completely heat your entire home.

Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down
cycles are normal and to be expected.

Mobile home installation requires that the fi replace be secured
to the fl oor. It is recommended that in all cases, the fi replace be
secured to the fl oor. Use the pallet packing brackets to accomplish

this.

CARE OF GLASS AND PLATED PARTS

If the glass is not kept clean permanent discoloration and / or blem­ishes may result. Normally a hot fi re will clean the glass. The most

common reasons for dirty glass include: not using suffi cient fuel to
get the stove thoroughly hot, using green or wet wood, closing the
draft so far that there is insuffi cient air for complete combustion. If it
is necessary to clean the glass, use a soft cloth with a non-abrasive
cleaner. Do not clean the glass when hot!

The glass is very strong but do not let burning fuel rest or fall against it
and always close the door gently. Never force it shut!

If the glass should ever crack while the fi re is burning, do not open the
door until the fi re is out and do not operate the stove again until the glass
has been replaced with a new 5mm thick piece of ceramic glass, available
from your authorized dealer. Do not substitute materials.

For information on glass removal and replacement, see Mainte­nance.

Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly with a
clean dry cloth.

Prolonged high temperature burning with the door ajar may cause a
permanent rainbowing effect on the lower edge of a gold plated door.

NOTE: The protective wrap on plated parts is best removed when
the assembly is at room temperature but this can be improved if the
assembly is warmed, using a hair dryer or similar heat source.

GENERAL INFORMATION

CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING:

Use of this product may produce smoke which contains chemi­cals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.

Do not use makeshift compromises during installation. Do
not block or restrict air, grille or louvre openings! Do not

add a hood.

Burning your unit with the ash dump door open or ajar
creates a fi re hazard that may result in discoloration to
the gold plated door, internal damage to the fi replace or
a house and/or chimney fi re.

All venting connections must be in compliance with the chimney manu­facturers installation instructions.

Clearances referred to throughout this manual are the minimum re­quirements.

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When the appliance is equipped with a 24 karat gold-plated door,
you must clean all the fi ngerprints and oils from the gold surface
before fi ring the appliance for the fi rst time. Use a glass cleaner
or vinegar and towel to remove the oils. If not cleaned properly
before lighting your fi rst fi re, the oils can cause permanent mark­ings on the gold plating. After the gold plating is cured, the oils will
not affect the fi nish and little maintenance is required, just wipe
clean as needed.

HI-EFFICIENCY HEATING

STOVE TOP

FIGURE 4

HEAT SHIELD COVER PLATE

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FIVE OPTIONS

To operate this hi-effi ciency fi replace as a basic system, the blower
is not required, however, to enhance its effi ciency a blower is rec­ommended.

A BLOWER KIT (NZ62) This blower is installed in the bottom of the unit
and used to direct the heat into the room where the fi
cated. The blower is controlled, by a variable speed switch, located
inside the fi replace.

A THERMOSTATIC AIR CONTROL (NZ690KT) may be used for constant
heat, complete with automatic damper and thermostat, wall mounted
in the room containing the fi replace, and at least 10 feet (minimum)
from the fi replace.

A HOT AIR GRAVITY VENT SYSTEM (NZ220) may be used to distribute
heat to an adjoining room (located either above, or beside the room
containing the fi replace) by way of vents, eliminating the need of
an additional blower. While this system may be used in conjunction
with the optional blowers, it could reduce the fl ow of hot air being
distributed to additional rooms. It must be experimented with and
the dampers adjusted manually to suit your requirements. This
may take a few attempts; thereafter adjustments should no longer
be required as is normally experienced with your central heating
system registers.

The heat shield cover plate must be removed before installing
the gravity vent. The hot air vent must be installed in an upward
direction! NEVER install in a downward direction. Figure 6. The
hot air gravity vent system is not to be connected to a central
heating system (for this application use the NZ62CH). This
option may not be used in mobile homes.

No more than two hot air gravity vents can be installed to fi replace.
Individual vent runs are not to exceed 10 feet.

All hot air gravity vents must be insulated.

replace is lo-

ATTIC

OPTION

BLOWER
LOCATION
OPTIONS

FOR
TYING
INTO
EXISTING
DUCT
WORK

FIGURE 5b

A HOT AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT (GA-566) may be used to distribute warm
air from the fi replace base (only) into a separate location in the
home.

These options may be incorporated with one another. If the optional
blowers are to be installed, make provision during framing to route a
110 volt power line to the fi replace. Detailed installation instructions

are included with each venting kit.

NO

DUCTING

CENTRAL HEATING

GRAVITY VENT

OPTION (1 DUCT)

CENTRAL HEATING

BOTTOM

GRAVITY VENT

OPTION (2 DUCTS)

CENTRAL HEATING

GRAVITY VENT OPTION

RIGHT SIDE

*

ONLY

CENTRAL HEATING &

GRAVITY VENT OPTION

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HEAT SHIELD COVER PLATE

STOVE TOP

FIGURE 4

A CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM (NZ62CH) may be used to heat rooms up to
50 feet from the unit. A wall mounted thermostat located in the room
to be heated controls the blower supplying warm air from the room
containing the fi replace. If a hot air duct system exists, the central
heat blower may safely be tied into this system to reduce the amount
of new ducting required. Consult with a heating specialist to ensure
a proper duct layout for your home. If the NZ62CH is installed at the
bottom of the unit, it could introduce a cool draft into the room that

the fi replace is installed in.

When attached to the top or sides of the unit, it provides a higher heat
output. This option may not be used in mobile homes.

FIGURE 5a

MASONRY APPLICATION ONLY

*

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WARNING

FIGURE 6

Do not draw outside air from garage spaces. Exhaust products of
gasoline engines are hazardous.

Do not install outside air ducts such that the air my be drawn from
attic spaces, basements or above the roofi ng where other heat­ing appliances or fans and chimneys exhaust or utilize air. These
precautions will reduce the possibility of fi replace smoking or air
fl ow reversal. The outside air inlet must remain clear of leaves,
debris ice and/or snow. It must be unrestricted while unit is in use
to prevent room air starvation which can cause smoke spillage
and an inability to maintain a fi re. Smoke spillage can also set off
smoke alarms.

To prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation, the fi replace
must not be installed against vapour barriers or exposed insulation.
Localized overheating could occur and a fi re could result.

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INSTALLATION / FRAMING

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WARNING

1. For protection wear gloves and safety glasses.

2. Keep hand tools in good condition, sharpen cutting edges and make sure tool handles are secure.

3. Always maintain the minimum air space required to the enclosure to prevent fi res.

!

WARNING

Carefully follow the instructions for assembly of the chimney and other
parts needed to install this fi replace. Failure to do so may result in a fi re,
especially if combustibles are too close to the fi replace or chimney and
air spaces are blocked, preventing the free movement of cooling air.

LOCATION AND CLEARANCES

Do not build shelves or cupboards into the area above
the fi replace.

While the fi replace can be installed directly on the fl oor, a non­combustible hearth extension is required in front of the fi replace,
that must not be built higher than the bottom of the fi replace to
avoid air fl ow blockage. It may therefore be advisable to build the
fi replace on a raised platform. The minimum distance between the
edge of the fi replace and any adjacent wall, at right angles to it, is
21". A wall projecting at 45° from the outer edge of the fi replace is
allowed; projections into this area are permitted. Do not install into
any area having a height less than 6 feet (ceiling to fi replace base,
excluding hearth height). See Section on Framing. The location of
windows, doors and the traffi c fl ow in the room where the stove is
to be located should be considered. If possible, you should choose
a location where the chimney will pass through the house without
cutting a fl oor or roof joist.

FIGURE 7a: Framing Requirements

NOTE: Do not build into this area - it must
be left clear to provide adequate clearance
for the vent in this 14” wide area centered
along the front of the fireplace. No combus­tibles are allowed.

Before starting, do the following:

MAINTAIN THESE MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES:

Fireplace framing:
Top Stand-Off 0"
Rear Stand-Off 0"
Side 6"
Fireplace fi nishing:
Sides 63/4"
Top 63/4"
Factory Built Chimney 2"
Hot Air Gravity Ductwork Insulation 1"

*Base of unit to ceiling 72"

Base of unit to enclosure top 72"

*

Enclosure must have ventilation between 72" and 84"

84" if installing optional hot air gravity vent system, NZ220 on the

*

same fl oor as the fi replace.

NOTE: In order to avoid the possibil­ity of exposed insulation or vapour
barrier coming in contact with the
fi replace body, it is recommended
that the walls of the fireplace
enclosure be “fi nished”
(i.e.: drywall/sheetrock),
as you would fi nish any
other outside wall of a
home. This will ensure
that clearance to com-

bustibles is maintained

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WARNING

within the cavity.

FRAMING

72”

MINIMUM

ENCLOSURE

HEIGHT

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1 1/2”

MAX

50 3/4”

3 1/2” MAX

FIGURE 7b

14” MAX

25 3/4”

44 3/4”