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Heatilator BIR42-B Installation Manual

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WOODBURNING FIREPLACE
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recomends HHT
Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals.
Installation Manual
Installation and Fireplace Setup
Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23
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 flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• DO NOT overfire. Overfiring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may
cause house fire.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fireplace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable
materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
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  • Page 1 Hearth & Home Technologies recomends HHT Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals. Fire Risk. For use with solid wood fuel only. Other fuels may overfire and generate poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide). Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    D. Secure Offset/Return E. Install Ceiling Firestops F. Install Attic Insulation Shield G. Roof Penetration H. Install Chase/Chase Top I. Termination Cap Requirements J. Install Termination Cap Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
  • Page 3 Comments: Further description of the issues, who is responsible (Installer/Builder/Other Trades, etc.) and corrective action needed: Comments communicated to party responsible __________________________ by ______________________on _________ (Builder/Gen. Contractor) (Installer) (Date) 4059-711 • Rev C • 3-25-13 Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 4: Product Specific & Important Safety Information

    State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to: www.P65Warn- ings.ca.gov. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    V-shaped standoffs (spacers) Mantel and surround Decorative facing and trim Hearth extension Outside Air Factory-built fireplace (both sides) Protective metal hearth strip(s) Figure 2.1 Typical Fireplace System Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 6: Design And Installation Considerations

    (1219 mm) MINIMUM Model # BIR36 47 7/8 89 1/8 44 5/8 20 3/8 63 1/8 28 1/2 1829 1216 2264 1133 1603 Figure 2.2 Fireplace Locations Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 7: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    • Avoid outside wall Windward Leeward Not recommended in basement due to high negative pressure concerns Figure 2.3 Recommended Chimney Locations that effect draft Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 8: Tools And Supplies Needed

    Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment. • Read all the instructions before starting the installation. Follow these instructions carefully during the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 9: Framing And Clearances

    (95 mm) (129 mm) 16 1/8 in. 11 1/8 in. (408 mm) 46 7/8 in. (282 mm) (1191 mm) 16 1/8 in. (408 mm) Figure 3.1 Fireplace Dimensions Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 10: Clearances

    1-1/2 in. (38 mm) to back & 1219 mm sides of appliance (except at nailing flanges 0 in. where it is 1/2 in. [13 mm]) to floor Figure 3.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 11: Construct The Chase

    In cold climates, the walls of the chase should be insulated to the level of the false ceiling as shown in Figure 3.3. This will help reduce heat loss from the home around the fireplace. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 12: Frame The Fireplace

    * If interior of chase will be drywalled, add the thickness to this measurement. ** Adjust header height for raised floor under fireplace. Figure 3.5 Framing the Fireplace Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 13: Secure And Level The Fireplace

    DO NOT install against vapor barriers or exposed • insulation. • Secure insulation and vapor barriers. • Provide minimum air space clearances at the sides and back of the fireplace assembly. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 14: Protective Metal Hearth Strips

    3 ft (914 mm) height difference must be maintained from the top of the uppermost chimney section to the outside air inlet hoods. Note: Maximum length is 40 feet. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
  • Page 15 • Install with short run and add a P-trap which will help prevent flow of cold air. • Secure flex duct with screws or wire ties. Figure 3.8 Outside Air Installation Figure 3.10 P-Trap Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 16: Chimney And Termination Requirements

    18.5 ft (5.64 m) min. height single offset-return 74 1/8 in. 90 ft (27.4 m) (1884 mm) max. height Effective Height Figure 4.1 Chimney Requirements Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 17: Offsets/Returns

    2511 Proper assembly of air cooled chimney parts results in an overlap of chimney joints of 1-1/4 in. (32 mm). Effective length is built into this table. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 18: Termination Requirements

    In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations, the wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap. Figure 4.3 Multiple Chimney Locations Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 19: Chimney Installation

    2 through ceiling or inch clearances. floor Figure 5.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 20: Assemble Chimney Sections

    Vertical straight runs of chimney must be supported every 35 ft (10.7 m). Figure 5.2 Assembling Chimney Sections WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT install substitute or damaged chimney components. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 21: Secure Offset/Return

    • Use an attic insulation shield if the ceiling is insulated. The ceiling firestop may then be attached above or below the joists. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 22: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    If they have been connected correct- Seal with tape ly, they will not disengage when tested. Figure 5.8 Install Attic Insulation Shield (firestop below ceiling) Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 23: Roof Penetration

    WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT caulk the pipe to the chase top collar. • Caulk all seams to prevent leaks. Turn-down Drip Edge Chase .018 (26 ga) min. Galvanized Chase Top Figure 5.10 Chase Top Construction Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 24: Termination Cap Requirements

    Termination cap pipe and chimney section must be snapped together to maintain an overlap of 1-1/2 in. (38 mm). Figure 5.11 Installing a TR11 & TR11-TV Round Termination Cap Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
  • Page 25 2 in. (51 mm) Chase Top 4-3/4 in. (121 mm) Chase Chimney Pipe Chase Chimney Pipe Figure 5.14 Installing a TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Figure 5.15 Installing a DTO134/DTO146/DTS134/DTS146 Cap Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 26: Shrouds

    3 in (76 mm) air space from bottom of shroud Chase Top to top of chase. Figure 6.3 Shroud & TR Series cap with no Radiation Shield Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 27: Mailbox Style Shroud

    34 x 34 Min. Opening Width 864 x 864 Min. Height Above Bottom of Termination Cap Min. Opening Width Min. Opening Height Figure 6.5 Roofed Style Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 28: Finishing

    2 in. (51 mm) Figure 7.2 Decorative Facing Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
  • Page 29 965 mm) to allow for door combustible sealant. installation. The surface of the finished hearth extension and the surface of the hearth panel should be level. Figure 7.3 Facing Materials and Mortar Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 30: Hearth Extension, Building And Finishing

    0.20 10 1/2 in. Ceramic Tile 12.50 0.08 25 3/4in. Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus 0.46 2.18 1 in. Marble 14.3-20.0 0.07-0.05 29 1/2 - 41 1/4 in. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 31: Fireplace Installed Flush On The Floor And Hearth Extension Raised To Bottom Of Firebox Opening

    110°F in a room with ambient tempera- tures of 70°F. Consult flooring specifications to ensure compatibility. Non-combustible Finishing Materials Figure 7.8 Raised Platform Hearth Extension-Finishing Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 32: Raised Hearth Extension And Raised Fireplace

    Seal gaps between the hearth extension and the front of the fireplace with a bead of non-combustible sealant or grout. Figure 7.10 Flush Hearth Extension Side View Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 33: Non-Combustible Sealant Material

    Measured from top of fireplace opening WARNING: Seal joint with non-combustible sealant to prevent heat from being drawn into the wall cavity. Figure 7.12 Mantel Specifications Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 34: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    ► Figure 7.13 Mantel Specifications - Non-Combustible Figure 7.14 Mantel Leg, Surround or Wall Projection (acceptable on both sides of opening) Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 35: Fireplace Setup

    Back Herringbone LH Herringbone Refractory LH Traditional Refractory Refractory Refractory Grate Grate Retainer Retainer Hearth Hearth Figure 8.1 Traditional Molded Brick Panel Figure 8.2 Herringbone Molded Brick Panel Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 36: Install Screens

    F. Grate • Install the grate if a gas log set is not going to be installed. • Position the rear grate legs into the grate retainers. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 37: Gas Log/Lighter Provision

    • Hearth & Home Technologies recommends securing the reline at the top of the flue and using the cap certified for use with this fireplace system. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 38: Reference Materials

    Decorative Shroud - 26 in. x 26 in. (660 mm x 660 mm) 13 in. (330 mm) Field Constructed Shrouds (See “Woodburning Termination Cap”) CT-11A-B Adapter-May be used with the following caps SL11 Chimney Stabilizer CT-Series DT-Series Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
  • Page 39 RF570 Roof Flashing JB577 Chimney Joint Band 15-1/4in. (387 mm) 13 in. (330 mm) 28 in. 39-7/8 in. CB576 Chimney Bracket (711 mm) (1013 mm) RF571 Roof Flashing Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
  • Page 40 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) TR-TVK TR11 - Round Termination Cap CT11-A Adapter TR11T - Round Telescoping Termination Cap ST1175 - Square Termination Cap TCT1175 - Terra Cotta Cap Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
  • Page 41 DTS134/DTS146 DTO134/DTO146 Decorative Caps DTO134 DTO146 22.7 1168 DTS134 21.18 DTS146 21.18 1168 Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

  • Page 42: Optional Components

    LDSCPM - Corner Post Kit (for custom sizes) LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # 12.5 15.5 LDS-BV DFG4036 Series Glass Doors (optional) See your Heatilator dealer for a complete list of optional components. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...
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  • Page 44 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 www.heatilator.com Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your nearest Heatilator dealer, please visit www.heatilator.com. Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev AB • 06/23...

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