Superior WRE6036RS, WRE6036RH, WRE6036IH, WRE6042RS, WRE6042IS Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Installation and Operation Instructions

PFS

Superior™ Outdoor Wood Burning Firebox

P/N 127008-01 Rev. A 01/2014

P127008-01

Models

®

USC

WRE6036RS

WRE6036IS

WRE6036RH

WRE6036IH

WRE6042RS

WRE6042IS

WRE6042RH

WRE6042IH

WRE6050RS

WRE6050IS

WRE6050RH

WRE6050IH

SAVE THIS BOOK

This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and manintain 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.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

This wood burning fireplace complies with
UL127 CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standard as a
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE.

This fireplace is approved for use as a wood furning fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas log heater approved to ANSI Z21.11.2 standard.

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.

Installateur : Laissez cette notice avec l’appareil.
Consommateur : Conservez cette notice pour consultation ultérieure.

Ce foyer au bois est conforme aux UL 127 CAN/ULC­S610-M87 norme comme une USINE CONSTRUITE
CHEMINÉE.

POUR LE CANADA: L’autorité compétente (comme le
service municipal du bâtiment, les pompiers, etc.) doit
être contacté avant l’installation afin de déterminer la
nécessité d’obtenir un permis.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured home (USA only)
or mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated
on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.

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

— Do not store or use gasoline or other

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

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not

use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.

— Installation and service must be performed

by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.

AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de bien suivre les
instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d’incindie ou d’explosion ou pour éviter
tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.

— Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres

vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage
de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.

— QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :

• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.

• Ne touchez à aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous

servir des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment
où vous trouvez.

• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de
gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du
fournisseur.

• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,
appelez le service des incindies.

— L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par un

installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié ou par
le fournisseur de gaz.

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-

tion, service or maintenance can cause injury, property
damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assis-

tance or additional information. Consult a qualied

installer or local distributor.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Specications ...................................................... 3

Fireplace Installation............................................ 6

Venting Installation .............................................. 8

Firebrick Wall Installation ................................... 13

Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 16

Glass Door Installation ...................................... 17

Operation and Maintenance Guidelines ............ 18

Parts ................................................................. 20

Technical Service............................................... 27

Replacement Parts ............................................ 27

Accessories ....................................................... 28

SAFETY

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 trafc 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 replace.

WARNING: Use solid wood
or processed solid fuel relogs
only. When processed wood fuel
re logs are used, do not poke or
stir the logs while they are burn­ing. Use only re logs that have

been evaluated for the application

in replace and refer to re log
warnings and caution markings
on packaging prior to use.

This replace is not intended to be

used as a substitute for a furnace
to heat an entire home. Use for
supplemental heat only.

IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this replace.

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

• This INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS
(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 replace system, you may cause a re
hazard.

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

a. Modification of the fireplace, com-

ponents, doors, air inlet system and
damper control.

b. Use of any component part not manu-

factured or approved by INNOVATIVE
HEARTH PRODUCTS in combination

with a IHP replace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation
of the replace. Consult the local building
codes as to the particular requirements
concerned with the installation of all factory
built replaces.

WARNING: Do not install a

replace insert in this box unless

the manufacturer's instructions

with the insert specically state
this replace has been tested for
use with this insert.

SPECIFICATIONS

36" MODEL

29"

14 1/2"

22 1/2"

26 5/8"

4 1/2"

15 5/8"

4 1/2"

1"

58"

7 1/4"

11"

15 1/4"

3 1/2"

9 1/2"

10 1/2"

67"

61"

49"

11"

7"

30"

1"

45

1

/8"

36"

OUTSIDE AIR
ACCESS

GAS LINE
ACCESS

36" HEARTH

1

1

/4"

20

1

/4"

(Ref.)

35

1

/4"

19"

22 1/2"

Figure 1 - 36" Model Series

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SPECIFICATIONS Continued

42" MODEL

22 3/4"

30 1/2"

29"

4 3/8"

15 3/4"

5/8"

17 5/8"

67"

61"

49"

7"

1"

30"

11"

58"

42"

51 1/8"

4 1/2"

3 1/2"

9 1/2"

10 1/2"

81/2"

13"

OUTSIDE
AIR
ACCESS

GAS LINE
ACCESS

42" HEARTH

1

1

/4"

23"
(Ref.)

41

3

/8"

26 3/8"

21

3

/4"

Figure 2 - 42" Model Series

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SPECIFICATIONS Continued

50" MODEL

38 1/2"

28 1/2"

43/8"

17 5/8"

19 1/4"

24"

49"

30"

11"

61"

67"

58"

7"

1"

59"

50"

4 1/2"

3 1/2"

9 1/2"

10 1/2"

8 1/2"

13"

17"

GAS LINE
ACCESS

OUTSIDE
AIR
ACCESS

50" HEARTH

1

1

/4"

23"
(Ref.)

49 3/8"

34 3/8"

21

3

/4"

Figure 3 - 50" Model Series

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

FRAMING

1. Frame opening for replace using dimen­sions shown in Figures 4 and 5.

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

3. Set replace directly in front of this open­ing and slide unit back until nailing anges
touch side framing.

4. Check level of the replace and shim with
sheet metal if necessary.

5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing, ember protector (provided) must
be placed between hearth extension (not
supplied) and under bottom front edge of
replace to protect against glowing embers
falling through. If replace is to be installed
on a raised platform, a Z-type ember pro­tector (not supplied) must be fabricated to
t your required platform height. Ember
protector should extend under replace a
minimum of 1 1/2". Ember protector should
be made of galvanized sheet metal (28
gauge minimum to prevent corrosion.

6. Using screws or nails, secure replace to
framing through anges located on sides
of replace.

30.125"

59" (50" Models)

58.125"

67.125"

51.25" (42" Models)

45.25" (36" Models)

28.250" (36" Models)

Figure 4 - Framing Dimensions

71" (50" Models)

100" (50" Models)

65" (42" Models)

92" (42" Models)

86.5" (36" Models)

61" (36" Models)

Maintain 1

1

/2"
Clearance
at Sides and
Back of Fireplace

1

1

/2" Clearance
Not Required at
Nailing Flanges

Figure 5 - Corner Installation

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efcient
location for the replace, you must take into
consideration the following guidelines:

1. The location must allow for proper clear­ances (see Figures 4 and 5).

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

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

4. An outside air kit is available with this
replace (see Optional Outside Air Kit on
page 8).

MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES

Back and sides of replace 1 1/2" min.*
Front of replace 48" min.
Floor** 0" min.
Perpendicular wall to opening 18" min.

36" Models 12" min.
Top spacers 0" min.
Mantel clearances

see Mantels, page 7

Chimney outer pipe surface 2" min.
36" Model 1" min.

* Not required at nailing anges
** See step 2 of Framing

WARNING: Do not pack re-

quired air spaces with insulation

or other materials.

Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height for

Residential Installation

Minimum height of chimney, measured from
base of replace to ue gas outlet of termina­tion, is 16 feet for straight ue or a ue with
one elbow set. Maximum distance between
elbows is 6 feet. For systems with two elbow
sets, minimum height is 22 feet. Maximum
height of any system is 50 feet. This measure­ment includes replace, chimney sections and
height of termination assembly at level of the
ue gas outlet (see Figure 15, page 11).

Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height for

Outdoor Installation

Minimum height of chimney, measured from
base of replace to ue gas outlet of termina­tion, is 9.5 feet (minimum of 4 feet of chimney
pipe sections required for outdoor installation).

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Note: For outdoor installations, fireplace
enclosure must allow for adequate drainage
and fresh air ventilation. It is recommended
that a sealed, corrosion resistant catch pan
with provision for drainage be installed under

replace within replace enclosure.

HEARTH EXTENSION

A hearth extension projecting a minimum of
20" in front of and a minimum of 12" beyond
each side of replace opening is required to
protect combustible oor construction in front
of replace. Fabricate a hearth extension
using a material which meets the following
specications: a layer of noncombustible,
inorganic material having a thermal conduc­tivity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or less) at
1" thick. For example, if the material selected
has a K factor of 0.25, such as glass ber, 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 replace frame and hearth
extension with a noncombustible material
(see Figure 6).

WARNING: Hearth extension

is to be installed only as shown

in Figure 6.

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Continued

Figure 6 - Hearth Extension

Seal Gap

Fireplace Front

Ember Protector

Fireplace Front
Raised Hearth

Fireplace Front
Elevated

Ember Protector

Ember Protector

Seal Gap

Hearth

Extension

MANTELS

A mantel may be installed if desired (see Figure

7). Woodwork such as wood trims, mantels or
any other combustible material projecting from
front face must not be placed within 12" (36"
Models) or 18" (42/50" Models) of replace
opening. Combustible materials above 12" (36"
Models) or 18" (42/50" Models) and projecting
more than 1 1/2" from replace must not be
placed less than 15" (36" Models) or 21" (42/50"
Models) from the top opening of the replace
(NFPA STD 211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).

Mantels or any other combustible material
also may come up to side edge of black metal
face of replace as long as projections from
front face fall within limit shown in Figure 7.

12 1/4" Ref.

6"

Ref.

15" Min. (36" Models)

21" Min. (42/50"

Models)

12" Min.

(36" Models)

18" Min.

(42/50"

Models)

11/2" Max.

3" Nom.

33°

Combustible
Material

Safe

Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials

Fireplace Opening

Upper

Section of

Fireplace

Figure 7 - Mantel Clearances to

Combustible Material

FIREBOX

SAFE ZONE

Top View of Fireplace

3" Max.

4.5"

Min. to

Perpendicular

Side Wall

7.75" (36" Models)

11.5" (42/50" Models)

33°

Combustible
Material Must
Not Overlap
Front Face

12" - 36" Models

18" - 42/50" Models

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Figure 9 - Lineal Gain

LINEAL GAIN

PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN

Georgian Fireplace 66 1/2"
12-12DM

12-12HT

Pipe Section 10 5/8"

18-12DM

18-12HT

Pipe Section 16 5/8"

24-12DM

24-12HT

Pipe Section 23 5/8"

36-12DM

36-12HT

Pipe Section 34 5/8"

48-12DM

48-12HT

Pipe Section 46 5/8"

RLT-12D

RLT-12HT

Round Termination 7 3/4"

*

STL-12D

Square Chase-Top

with Slip Section

7" to 15"*

* The lineal gain for the terminations is mea­sured to the ue gas outlet height.

Hemmed
End

12 3/8"

Stainless
Inner Pipe

15" Galvanized
Outer Pipe

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM

Each double wall chimney section consists of a
galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel inner ue
pipe and a wire spacer. The pipe sections must
be assembled independently as the chimney is
installed. When connecting chimney directly to
the replace, the inner ue pipe section must
be installed rst with the lanced side up. The
outer pipe section can then be installed over
5 the ue pipe section with the hemmed end
up. Press down on each pipe section until the
lances securely engage the hem on the replace
starter. The wire will assure the proper spacing
between the inner and outer pipe sections.

Figure 8 - Outside Air Kit

Secure to Collars with Metal Tape,
Screws or Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20"
in size)

Air Inlet
Location
Must Allow
For Bushes
or Snow

Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation

Air Inlet
Eyebrow

Vented Crawl Space
(Check Local Codes
Before Installing in a
Vented Crawl Space)

CHIMNEY PIPE

The INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS
chimney system consists of 12", 18", 24",
36" and 48" snap-lock, double-wall pipe seg­ments, planned for maximum adaptability to
individual site requirements. Actual lengths
gained after tting overlaps must be taken
into consideration (lineal gain) and are given
in the lineal gain chart (see Figure 9). Lineal
Gain is the actual measurable length of a part
after two or more parts are connected. For
Canada, use chimney parts designated "HT".

VENTING INSTALLATION

OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(MODEL AK4/AK4F)

The installation of an outside air kit should
be performed during the rough framing of
the replace due to the nature of it's location.
Outside combustion air is accessed through
a vented crawl space (AK4F) or through a
sidewall (AK4).

CAUTION: Combustion air
inlet ducts shall not terminate
in attic space.

The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the ue gas outlet of the

termination.

WARNING: The opening in

the collar around the chimney at

the top of the replace must not
be obstructed. Never use blown
insulation to ll the chimney

enclosure.

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VENTING INSTALLATION

Continued

OFFSET

RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH

A B 12" 18" 24" 36" 48"

4 3/8" 16 3/8"

ELBOW SET ONLY

9 3/4" 25 1/2"

1

12 3/4" 30 3/4"

1

15" 34 3/4"

1

18" 40"

1 1

21 1/4" 46 1/4"

1

23 3/4" 49 1/4"

1 1

27 3/4" 56 3/4"

1

30" 60 3/4"

1 1

33" 66"

1

36" 71"

1 1

38 1/4" 75"

2

41 1/4" 80 1/4"

1 1 1

45" 86 3/4"

2

46 3/4" 89 1/2"

1 1 1

51" 97"

1 1

53 1/4" 101"

2

56 1/4" 106 1/4"

2

59 1/4" 111 1/2"

1 1 1

61 3/4" 115 1/2"

1 2

64 3/4" 120 3/4"

1 2

68 1/4" 127"

2 1

70" 130"

1 1 2

74 1/4" 137 1/2"

1 2 1

76 3/4" 141 1/2"

1 2 1

79 3/4" 146 3/4"

4

OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT)

Figure 11 - Ceiling Support Pipe

12S-12DM

2" Min.

Straps

Straps

Straps

Straps

Detail A

Return Elbow

Detail B

Angle Firestop

See Detail A

See Detail B

Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined above, making sure that both the
inner and outer pipe sections are locked to­gether. When installing double wall snap-lock
chimney together, it is important to assure
the joint between the chimney sections is
locked. Check by pulling chimney upward
after locking. The chimney will not come apart

Figure 10 - Elbow Offset

B

A

Screws

if properly locked. It is not necessary to add
screws to keep the chimney together (excep­tion, see Figure 10).

USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-12DM)

1.

To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48"
length of double wall pipe (see offset chart
and Figure 10).

2.

Chimney weight above offset rests on
return elbow. Straps must be securely
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 11,
details A and B).

3. Maximum length of pipe between sup­ports (return elbow or 12S-12DM) is 6'
of angle run. Maximum of two 6' angle
run sections per chimney system (see
Figure 12, page 10).

4. All pipe connections between the offset
and return must be secured with two
screws on the outer pipe only (see
Figure 10). Do not penetrate the inner
stainless.

CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL

INTEGRITY OF THE

MANUFACTURED HOME FLOOR,

WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST

BE MAINTAINED.

WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN

SLEEPING ROOM OF MOBILE HOMES.

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VENTING INSTALLATION

Continued

FIRESTOP SPACERS (FS-10,

1100EFS-10DM FOR 36" MODELS)

Firestop spacers are required at each point
where the chimney penetrates a oor space.
Their purpose is to establish and maintain
the required clearance between the chimney
and the combustible materials. When the pipe
passes through a framed opening into a living
space above, the restop must be placed onto
the ceiling from below as shown in Figure 13.

They also provide complete separation from
one oor space to another or attic space as
required by most codes. When the double wall
pipe passes through a framed opening into an
attic space, the restop must be placed into an
attic oor as shown in Figure 14.

Figure 13 - Firestop Spacer with Living

Space Above Ceiling

Figure 14 - Firestop Spacer with Attic

Space Above Ceiling

Existing
Ceiling

Frame

Firestop

Spacer

Screws or
Staples
(Min. of 8)

Firestop

Spacer

Screws or Staples
(Min. of 8)

PENETRATING ROOF

To maintain a 1" (36" Models) or 2" (42/50"
Models) clearance to the pipe on a roof with a
pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut.

1. Determine center point through which pipe
will penetrate roof.

2. Determine center point of roof. Pitch is
distance the roof drops over a given span,
usually 12". A 6/12 pitch means that roof
drops 6" for each 12" measured horizon­tally down from roof rafters.

3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 15, page

11) to determine correct opening length
and ashing required.

4. Remove shingles around opening mea­sured. Cut out this section.

Existing
Ceiling

Frame

Figure 12 - Typical Offset Terminations

Return
Elbow

Offset
Elbow

Return
Elbow

Offset
Elbow

6' Max.

6' Max.

6' Max.

6' Max.

6' Max.

6' Max.

Return
Elbow

Offset
Elbow

Offset
Elbow

Return
Elbow

A B C

Offset
Elbow

Ceiling
Support Pipe
12S-12DM

Return
Elbow