Superior WRT3920WS Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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• Hot! Do not touch! The glass and
surfaces of this appliance will be hot
during operation and will retain heat
for a while after shutting off the appli-
ance. Severe burns may result.
• Carefully supervise children in the
same room as appliance.
• If small children are present in the home, it is
recommended that this appliance be fitted with
an adjustable safety gate or barrier screen.
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US
WARNING
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 and UL-127
Report # 14-181
EPA Cert. No. 111-17
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

WRT3920WS
EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 900881-00 REV. NC 02/2018
MODELS
WRT3920WS
This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient
and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read
and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any cir-
cumstances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system,
including but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and
accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system
and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.
IHP wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supplemental
heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat
source.
• The fireplace cannot be operated without a
door. Consult your dealer to select the correct
replacement door.
• The fireplace is equipped with a blower, electri-
cal connection must be made prior to fireplace
installation
• Important! To assure proper alignment of glass
doors: Install this fireplace in a square and
plumb condition, using shims as necessary at
sides and/or bottom.
• Install the fireplace only as described in these
instructions.
P900881-00
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  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WRT3920WS EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace P/N 900881-00 REV. NC 02/2018 MODELS WRT3920WS This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    IMPORTANT! GENERAL SAFETY WARNING WARNING PRECAUTIONS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY Be careful adding wood fuel to Use care when selecting window RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE. treatments for windows located the fire or handling fireplace tools near the fireplace. Avoid using such as shovels, tongs or pokers.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Certificate number 111-17 . AC Chimney Disposing of Ashes ......Page 11 • The WRT3920WS fireplace is NOT intended - Chimney Adaptor 7 inch (6AW7 Door Removal ........Page 12 for use with a gas log set. Do not use a Door Adjustment .......Page 12...
  • Page 4: Operating The Fireplace

    Figure 1 This manual describes the installation and operation of the IHP model WRT3920WS catalytic equipped wood heater. This heater meets the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s certified to comply with 2020 particulate emission standards using crib wood. Under specific test conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates ranging from 10,900 to 35,600 Btu/hr.
  • Page 5 This is the recommended mode of operating When the air combustion control is completely The combustion air control and the CAT bypass the WRT3920WS fireplace and should be the closed, the fireplace is in a slow combustion phase. damper control must be opened before opening...
  • Page 6: Starting And Maintaining A Fire

    To refuel the fireplace when the WRT3920WS air circulation. F. Chimney not long enough unit is still hot (some burning fuel remaining Step 2. Adjust the primary air control into the...
  • Page 7: Smoke Detector

    SMOKE DETECTORS RECOMMENDED Standard Cord of 8 Ft. Since there are always several potential sources Wood (2.4M) of fire in any home, we recommend installing smoke detectors. If possible, install the smoke detector in a hallway adjacent to the room 4 Ft.
  • Page 8: Well Seasoned Fuel

    MAINTAINING YOUR FIREPLACE Catalyst Monitoring Before performing chimney sweep, open the CAT bypass and remove the combustor. Remove dust accumulation after chimney Have your product inspected at least once It is important to periodically monitor the sweep and put the combustor back in place. a year by a qualified service technician to operation of the catalytic combustor to ensure ensure gaskets, air tubes, baffles, and vent-...
  • Page 9 Cleaning Procedure (see Figure 9A): Tools required: (2) 9/16” wrenches, #2 square drive bit/driver With catalyst bypass in closed position, remove (2) baffle boards from firebox. 1. Using (2) 9/16” wrenches, loosen and remove the bolt and nut that connects the linkage arm to the catalyst bypass box 2.
  • Page 10 CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Condition Solution Ash Build-up on Combustor Surface Normal Ash, a fluffy light gray powder, and soot, accumulate on the com- bustor surfaces in normal use. Ashes accumulate as a result of the smoke being burned within the combustor and carried out of the firebox by the chimney draft.
  • Page 11: Refractory Installation

    The intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in “First Fires”. They will not normally dimin- ish the effectiveness of the refractory. If large cracks develop, then the refractory should be replaced.
  • Page 12: Door Removal

    GLASS CARE Glass Replacement The glass used for the WRT3920WS fireplace is a high temperature ceramic glass (1,400° F / 760° C). If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with an identical ceramic glass. Tempered glass or ordinary glass will not withstand the high temperatures of the WRT3920WS fireplace.
  • Page 13: Fireplace Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION This fireplace may be installed directly on the floor or on a raised base (for proper guidelines, refer to “Hearth Extension Requirements”) and a minimum of 6’8” (2 m) measured from the base of the appliance to the Locating The Fireplace ceiling is required.
  • Page 14: Optional Cast Facade Installation

    Cover the insulation with drywall panels around the fireplace. 12” Max. HEARTH EXTENSION REQUIREMENTS (305mm) The WRT3920WS fireplace may be installed Area where wood mantel directly on a combustible floor. The supplied can be installed Mantel safety metal strip must be positioned as follows:...
  • Page 15: Framing Dimensions

    Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure OUTSIDE CHASE Corner Installation Including Finishing Materials, if any FRAMING DIMENSIONS 36” 915 mm 22-1/8” 37-3/4” 959 mm * Zero Clearance 31-3/8” 797 mm From Back Spacer to Wall 14-7/8” 378 mm 74-3/8” 1889 mm 37-1/4” 946 mm 19-5/8”...
  • Page 16: Nailing Flanges

    Drywall or Any Rigid Material Draft Stops 2” x 4” Insulated Chase Construction Mantel and Facing (Side View) 1/2” Plywood Storm Roof Support Collar Mantel Drywall Firestop Flashing 12” Attic 2 x 3 Min. * Floor (305mm) Radiation (51mm x 76mm) Ceiling Max.
  • Page 17: Fireplace Blower

    FIREPLACE BLOWER A wall on/off switch must be installed to control Noncombustible Facing the blower. An optional heat switch and variable The fireplace is equipped with a blower. It is speed control are available (see Page 28). located in the bottom of the fireplace towards Drywall If installed, the heat activated switch must be the back.
  • Page 18: Central Forced Air Kit

    Flashing - The gap between the The knock-outs provided on the back and on vent pipe and a ver- the sides of the WRT3920WS fireplace allow tical firestop shall Roof Support be sealed with non- the connection of insulated flexible pipe which...
  • Page 19: Outside Air Kit

    Fireplace OUTSIDE AIR KIT Connection Fireplace Aluminum Tape It is mandatory to install an outside air connection to the WRT3920WS fireplace. The following components are required and are included with Plastic the fireplace: Cover • Outside air kit (includes 4 inch flex that goes up to ten (10) feet long) •...
  • Page 20: Draft Requirements

    NOTE: 2" clearance to combustibles around chimney components required. are especially prone to flow reversal. 3. The IHP fireplace model WRT3920WS may be installed only with Se- NOTE: Blown or fill type insulation materials must not be in contact with or DuraVent models the fireplace or in the enclosure frame as described in ‘’Enclosure’’...
  • Page 21 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Attic Radiation Shield INSTRUCTIONS Attic Radiation ASHT / S2100 Air Cooled Pipe * Shield HT6103+ / HT6000+ 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor Solid Packed Pipe * and roof where the chimney will pass (see Figure 31).
  • Page 22: Offset Chimney Installation

    Lock it to the chimney. Fasten Minimum Chimney Height Using Elbows the straps attached to the elbow to the Fireplace Model WRT3920WS surrounding framing using nails or drywall screws. Chimney Model ASHT+ * / S2100+ * / HT6103+ * / HT6000+ * / AC * / DuraTech / DuraTech DTC ** 4.
  • Page 23 Offset Dimensions Total Height Horizontal Offset Chimney Elbow Offset & One Length Between Elbows Two Lengths Between Elbows 6” Height 8” 12” 18” 24” 36” 48” 8” & 48” 12” & 48” 18” & 48” 24” & 48” 36” & 48” 48”...
  • Page 24: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION When traversing a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30º or 45º angle, an angled firestop or wall radiation shield must be installed. Only Chimney AC one is required. NOTE: 45º angle for Canada only ( RSMI45 / 6DTC-S45 In cold climate locations (climates where temperatures will fall below 32°...
  • Page 25: Chimney Support Installation

    CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION Universal Roof Support When installing a support, slightly lift the chimney system so the weight 18” (460 mm) will lie on the support, not on the fireplace to reduce expansion noises. 18” (460 mm) This support has three possible uses: 1.
  • Page 26: Masonry Application Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION Follow these steps: WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chimney must 1. Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the ASHT+ be inspected by a qualified chimney sweep. elbow on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval the location where the flue liner will enter the masonry chimney.
  • Page 27: Installation Accessories

    OPTIONAL INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES Central Forced Air Kit Accessories Central Forced Air Kit, Central forced air kit including: blower (BISZY), flex adaptor (BISAF), 2 clamps, variable Installation Accessories speed control (VRUW), thermo-disk (VTU), fan to flexible BISFWK-1 pipe adapter (BISAVF), back draft damper (BISBD), aluminium Description Cat./ Part No.
  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    Chimney Weight AC * (6” dia.) 3.25 lb per linear foot Catalyst Replacement Cartridge F3543 Chimney weight S-2100+ * (6” dia.) 10.8 lb per linear foot By-Pass Handle, WRT3920WS CAT F3541 Baffle ceramic (set of 2) F3545 CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Fireplace left side...
  • Page 29: Chimney Components Lists

    Chimney Adaptor, 6 to 7” (ASHT, HT6103) 6AW7 NOTES: N ova Temp HT6000+ is equivalent to Secure Temp S-2100+ Fireplace Model WRT3920WS - Approved Venting Components manu- DuraTech /DuraTech DTC and Nova Temp HT6103+ are equivalent to Secure ® factured by Security Chimneys only.
  • Page 30 SECURITY CHIMNEYS - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS ® The components listed below must be ordered from Security Chimneys . Contact your Security Chimneys Distributor or Dealer for ordering information. ® Tubinox LL Chimney Lining System** ® Security Chimneys ® 450-973-9999 Rigid Stainless Steel Liner For Relining A Masonry Chimney, 6”...
  • Page 31: Safety/Listing Label

    SAFETY / LISTING LABEL - WRT3920WS NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
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  • Page 33: Warranty

    ® 20 Year Limited Warranty THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") 20 Year Limited Warranty warrants your Superior Brand wood burning fireplace ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and ® workmanship at the time of manufacture. The Product body, firebox and ceramic glass carry the 20 Year Limited Warranty. Ceramic glass carries the 20 Year Limited Warranty against thermal breakage only.
  • Page 34: Product Reference Information

    WARRANTY Normally, all parts should be ordered through your IHP distributor or dealer. Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order. Your fireplace is covered by a limited warranty. Please read the warranty When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: to be familiar with its coverage.

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