Superior WRT40CRWSI, WRT40CLWSI, WCT40CRWSI, WCT40CLWSI Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Custom Series Multi-Sided

Wood burning Fireplaces

MODELS

WRT40CRWSI
WRT40CLWSI
WCT40CRWSI
WCT40CLWSI

PFS

®

USC

REPORT NO. 09-146

P/N 126607-01 Rev. A 12/10/13

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain
replacement parts or accessory items when needed.
Keep it with your other important papers.

This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning
fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved
to ANS Z21.60, Z21.84 standards or for use with a
vent-free gas log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2
standard. An INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS, LLC
hood must be installed when using a vent-free log
heater (see Accessories, page 16).

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This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127­CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
APPLIANCE.

FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction
(such as the municipal building department, fire
department, etc.) should be contacted before instal­lation to determine the need to obtain a permit.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

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Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. Pay
special attention to all warnings and safety information.

Following these safety, care, and operation instructions will help
ensure many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your
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SAFETY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety .............................................................................................2

Dimensions ....................................................................................4

Fireplace Installation ......................................................................5

Venting Installation ........................................................................7

Optional Gas Line Installation ......................................................13

Operation and Maintenance Guidelines ........................................14

Replacement Parts .......................................................................15

Technical Service .........................................................................15

Parts ............................................................................................16

Accessories ..................................................................................16

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury,
property damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual
for assistance or additional information. Consult a
qualified installer or local distributor.

IMPORTANT: Check local codes before installing this
fireplace.

This fireplace model is a wood burning fireplace intended and ap­proved for installation in either residential homes or buildings of
standard construction. This fireplace system requires the utilization
of INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS, LLC’s (IHP) 8", double-wall, and
snap lock flue pipe system. Optional glass doors in several finishes
are available for this fireplace (see Replacement Parts, page 15 and
Accessories on page 16).

Before beginning installation of this fireplace, read these instructions
through completely.

• This IHP replace and its components are safe when installed

according to this installation manual. Unless you use IHP com­ponents, which have been designed and tested for the fireplace
system, you may cause a fire hazard.

• TheIHPwarrantywillbevoidedbyandIHPdisclaimsanyrespon­sibility for the following actions.

a. Modification of the fireplace, components, doors, air inlet
system and damper control.

b. Use of any component part not manufactured or approved by
IHP in combination with an IHP fireplace system.

Proper installation is the most important step in ensuring safe and
continuous operation of the fireplace. Consult the local building codes
as to the particular requirements concerned with the installation of
all factory built fireplaces.

WARNING: Do not install a fireplace insert in this
fireplace unless the manufacturer's instructions with
the insert specifically state this fireplace has been
tested for use with this insert.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

•Donotstoreorusegasolineoranyotherammable

vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

•Duetohightemperatures,theapplianceshouldbe

located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.

•Donotplaceclothingorotherammablematerials

on or near the appliance.

•Never leave children unattended when a re is

burning in the fireplace.

WARNING: Use solid wood or processed solid
fuel fire logs only. "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."

This fireplace is not intended to be used as a sub­stitute for a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for
supplemental heat only.

Ovefiring of a fireplace is a condition where exces­sive temperatures are reached, beyond the design
capabilities of the appliance. The damage that occurs
from ovefiring is not covered under the manufacturer’s
limited warranty.

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SAFETY Continued

WARNING: CONTINUED OVERFIRING CAN PER­MANENTLY DAMAGE YOUR FIREPLACE SYSTEM.
SOME EXAMPLES OF CONDITIONS THAT COULD
CAUSE OVERFIRING ARE:

• BURNINGQUANTITIESOFSCRAPLUMBER,PINE
BRANCHES, PAPER OR CARDBOARD BOXES
WHICHEXCEEDTHEVOLUMEOFTHENORMAL
LOGFIRE.

• BURNINGTRASH,CHEMICALSORCHEMICALLY
TREATEDCOMBUSTIBLES.

"Disposal of Ashes

Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a
tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should

beplacedonanoncombustibleoor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."

"WHEN USING THE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE, THE
FIREPLACE DAMPER MUST BE SET IN THE FULLY
OPEN POSITION."

"Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kero-

sene,charcoallighteruid,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."

Use SOLID WOOD only for fuel. It is best to use dry
and well seasoned hardwood. Softwoods tend to burn
very quickly. DO NOT use treated wood, charcoal, coal,
trash, driftwood or woods that have been dipped in tar,
pitch, pine tar, creosote, etc. Wood products made
with synthetic binders, such as plywood, produce ab­normally high temperatures and sputtering, smoking
fires. When burning artificial logs, please read and
follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer.

Never burn treated construction lumber or scraps.
These woods burn excessively hot and may contain
chemicals used to treat insects and fungus. When
burned, these chemicals can pose a significant hazard.

WARNING: BURNING IMPROPER FUEL (I.E.
CHARCOAL) CAN RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING, WHICH MAY LEAD TO DEATH!

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – Early signs of carbon

monoxidepoisoningresembletheuwithheadaches,

dizziness, or nausea. If you have these signs, get
fresh air at once! Have the appliance inspected by a
qualified service technician. Some people are more
affected by carbon monoxide than others. These
include pregnant women, people with heart or lung
diseaseoranemia,thoseundertheinuenceofal­cohol, and those at high altitudes.

Ventilation Requirements - Provide adequate air for
combustion. The fresh air requirements of this ap­pliance must be met within the space where it will
be installed.

Smoke Detectors - Since there are always several
potential sources of fire in any home, we recommend
installing smoke detectors. If possible, install the
smoke detector in a hallway adjacent to the room (to
reduce the possibility of occasional false activation
from the heat produced by the appliance). If your local
code requires a smoke detector be installed within the
same room, you must follow the requirements of your
local code. Check with your local building department
for requirements in your area.

"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

fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on

theue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 (1/8" [3 mm] or more) it shall be removed
to reduce the risk of a chimney fire."

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SAFETY Continued

WARNING: Always leave glass doors fully opened or fully closed when operating fireplace.

WARNING: Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and to stay
away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when in the same
room as fireplace.

DIMENSIONS

31"

22"

7

18

/8"

39

1

/8"

13"

42 1/2"

40"

10

16

3

22

/4"

7"

36"

1

/8"

39

8

3

/4"

12"

8"

1

/2"

1

/4"

20"

Figure 1 - Dimensions

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

GLOSSARY

Flush Installation - type of installation where front face of fireplace

is even or level with wall.

Chase Installation - type of installation where chimney is enclosed.

Perpendicular Side Wall - applies to minimum clearance between

side wall and fireplace opening.

Nailing Flange - extended part on both sides of fireplace face that
secures fireplace to wall.

Termination - cap that is placed at end of chimney pipe.

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine safest and most efficient location for fireplace, you
must take into consideration the following guidelines:

1. The location must allow for proper clearances (see below).

2. Consider a location where the fireplace will not be affected by
drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors.

3. A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will
make installation easier.

4. If an outside air kit is to be installed, accessibility to outside
combustion air must be considered. This can also be achieved
through a vented crawl space in some cases (see Optional
Outside Air Kit on page 7).

5. If gas line is to be installed, consider location of gas supply.

MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES

Back and sides of fireplace 3/4" minimum*
Top spacers 0"
Perpendicular side wall to opening of unit 14" minimum
Bottom of fireplace to floor (step 2 of Framing) 0" minimum
Mantel clearances see Mantel clearances, page 6
Chimney outer pipe surfaces 2" minimum

Chase inside dimension 16 1/2" minimum

WARNING: DO NOT PACK REQUIRED AIR SPACES

WITH INSULATION OR OTHER MATERIALS.

Do not obstruct fireplace openings (ie. louvers, etc.)
with any type of facing material. Combustible mate­rial must not be in contact with back of front face of
fireplace.

38 5/8"

21 1/2"

43"

FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW

Figure 2 - Framing Dimensions

16 1/2"

2x4 Stud for
Nailing Flange

107/8"

Back and Side

52"

Minimum

24" Min. to
Unprotected
Wall

Perpendicular
Wall

Figure 3 - Corner Installation

5. Before securing fireplace to prepared framing, ember protector
(provided) must be placed between hearth extension (not sup­plied) and under bottom front edge of fireplace to protect against
glowing embers falling through. If fireplace is to be installed on a
raised platform, a Z-type ember protector (not supplied) must be
fabricated to fit your required platform height. Ember protector
should extend under fireplace a minimum of 1". Ember protector
should be made of galvanized sheet metal (28 gauge minimum)
to prevent corrosion (see Figure 5).

6. Using screws or nails, secure fireplace to framing through flanges
located on sides of fireplace (see Figure 4).

Combustible
Wall

FRAMING

1. Frame opening for fireplace using dimensions shown in Figures
2 and 3.

2. If fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting, tile (other than
ceramic) or any combustible material other than wood flooring,
fireplace must be installed upon a metal or wood panel extending
full width and depth of fireplace.

3. Set fireplace directly in front of this opening and slide unit back
until nailing flanges touch side framing.

4. Check level of fireplace and shim with sheet metal if necessary.

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Nailing
Flange

Nail or
Screw

Figure 4 - Nailing Flanges

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HEARTH EXTENSION

A hearth extension projecting a minimum of 20" in front of and a
minimum of 12" beyond each side of fireplace opening is required
to protect combustible floor construction in front of fireplace. Fab­ricate a hearth extension using a material which meets the following
specifications: a layer of noncombustible, inorganic material having
a thermal conductivity of k = .84 BTU IN/FT2 HR °F (or less) at 1"
thick. For example, if material selected has a k factor of 0.25, such
as glass fiber, the following formula would apply:

0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required

0.84

Thermal conductivity "k" of materials can be obtained from manu­facturer or supplier of noncombustible material. If hearth extension
is to be covered, use noncombustible material such as tile, slate,
brick, concrete, metal, glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a means to
prevent hearth extension from shifting and seal gap between fireplace
frame and hearth extension with a non-combustible material such
as sand-cement grout (see Figure 3, page 5).

12 1/4" Ref.

6"

Ref.

33°

3" Nom.

12" Min.

9" Min.

Fireplace Opening

Combustible
Material

Safe
Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials

11/2" Max.

Upper

Section of

Fireplace

WARNING: Hearth extension is to be installed

only as shown in Figure 5.

Seal Cap

Ember Protector

Do Not Block Louver

Figure 5- Hearth Extensions

MANTEL CLEARANCES

Woodwork such as wood trims, mantels or any other combustible
material must not be placed at least 9" above opening of fireplace
(see Figure 6, page 6). Combustible materials above 9" and projecting
more than 1 1/2" from the fireplace front face must not be at least
12" above fireplace opening (NFPA 211, Section - Clearance from
Combustible Material).

Mantels or any other combustible material may also come up to the
side edge of the black metal face of the fireplace. Clearances from
side of fireplace to any combustible material and wall should fall
within the limits show in Figure 7.

Hearth
Extension

Seal Cap

Hearth
Extension

Ember
Protector

Figure 6 - Mantel Clearances

Example 1: The face of a mantel, bookshelf, etc. is made of combus­tible material and protrudes 2 3/4" from the wall on which the fireplace
is installed. The combustible material must be a minimum of 4" from
side of fireplace opening.

Example 2: The face of a mantel, bookshelf, etc. is made of com­bustible material and protrudes 11/16" from the wall on which the
fireplace is installed. The combustible material can butt up against
side of fireplace (i.e. 1" from fireplace opening).

9 5/

8

8 15/

16

8 1/

4

7 9/

16

6 7/

No Combustible
Material on Face
of Firebox

Fireplace
Opening

1" Both

Sides

Example 1

Example 2

012345 678910 11 12 13 14

6 3/
5 1/

4 13/
4 1/
3 7/

2 3/
2 1/

3

/

1
11/16

8

16

2

16

8

16

4

16

8

Minimum 14" from Perpendicular Side Wall

Figure 7 - Minimum side clearances

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