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Heatilator FL92 Owner's Manual

Heatilator FL92 Owner's Manual

Multi-sided wood burning fireplace
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Models:
FL92 Multi-Sided
Wood Burning Fireplace
•
Important operating
a n d m a i n t e n a n c e
instructions included.
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• Do not overfi re. Overfi ring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specifi ed. Failure to
comply may cause house fi re.
WARNING
Fire Risk
•
For use with solid wood fuel or decorative
gas appliance only.
•
DO NOT install unvented gas logs.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
•
Read, understand
and follow these
instructions for safe
i n s t a l l a t i o n a n d
operation.
Heatilator • Multi-Sided Woodburning Fireplace • 34955 • Rev V • 11/08
NOTICE
•
Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.
•
DO NOT touch screen/mesh or glass doors until
cooled
•
NEVER allow children to touch screen/mesh or glass
doors
•
Keep children away
•
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
•
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
•
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
fl ammable materials away.
Installation and service of this fi replace
should be performed by qualifi ed personnel.
Hearth & Home Technologies suggests NFI
certifi ed or factory-trained professionals, or
technicians supervised by an
NFI certifi ed professional.
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors
and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool
down.
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  • Page 1 Models: FL92 Multi-Sided Wood Burning Fireplace • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included. WARNING If the information in these instruc- tions is not followed exactly, a fi re may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.

  • Page 2: Congratulations

    Read this manual before installing or operating this fi replace. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator wood burning fi replace. The Heatilator fi replace you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety and reliability. As the owner of a new fi...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. •...

  • Page 4: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies (“HHT”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized HHT dealer and installed in the United States of America or Canada.
  • Page 5 This limited warranty does not extend to or include surface ?nish on the appliance or terminations, door gasketing, glass gasketing, glass discoloration, ?rebrick, pellet logs, kaowool or other ceramic insulating materials. Rust and/or corrosion on any of the metal surfaces, cast iron components, baf?es, ?repots, doors, or ?rebox area are not covered by this warranty.

  • Page 6: Listing And Code Approvals

    Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifi cation This fi replace system has been tested and listed in accor- dance with UL 127 standards by Underwriters Laborato- ries Inc. for installation and operation in the United States. This fi replace may be installed in sleeping rooms EX- CEPT in manufactured homes.

  • Page 7: User Guide

    Operating Instructions 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 •...

  • Page 8: Seasoned Wood

    B. Seasoned Wood Properly seasoned wood is important for successful operation of your fi replace. Most woodburning fi replace problems are caused by burning wet, unseasoned wood. Seasoned fi rewood is wood that is cut to size, split and air dried to a moisture content of around 20%.

  • Page 9: Glass Doors

    H. Glass Doors • Glass doors are optional. • Refer to Figure 2.2 for how to properly use them. WARNING! Risk of Fire! Install ONLY doors ap- proved by Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc. WARNING! Risk of Fire and Smoke! Fireplaces equipped with doors should be operated only with doors fully open or doors fully closed.

  • Page 10: Wood Fuel

    M. Wood Fuel Hardwood vs Softwood Your fi replace performance depends on the quality of the fi rewood you use. • Seasoned wood contains about 8,000 BTUs per pound • Hard woods are more dense than soft woods. • Hard woods contain 60% more BTUs than soft woods. •...

  • Page 11: Maintainance And Service

    Maintainance and Service A. Disposal of Ashes Frequency: When they reach bottom of grate By: Homeowner WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ashes could contain hot em- bers. • Place ashes in a metal container with a tight-fi tting lid. • The closed container should be placed on a noncombustible fl...

  • Page 12: Check Firebox Refractory

    C. Check Firebox Refractory Frequency: After each ash removal By: Homeowner WARNING! Risk of Fire! Inspect fi replace refractory. Crumbling, deteriorated refractory can allow overheating of surrounding materials. Expansion and contraction will cause minor cracking of the refractory. This is normal. The refractory will require periodic replacement depending on use.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Can’t get fi re started Excessive smoke or spillage Burns too slowly Smolders, sizzles Fire burns too fast Heatilator • Multi-Sided Woodburning Fireplace • 34955 • Rev V • 11/08 Possible Cause Solution Not enough kindling/paper or no Use dry kindling, more paper.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Installer Guide Getting Started A. Typical Fireplace System Additional lateral support for chimney above roof (or enclosed in chase) if needed (Section 8) Non-combustible roof flashing maintains minimum clearance around chimney Support straps on rafter support chimney (not shown) Ceiling firestop on floor of attic (Section 8) Chimney system...

  • Page 15: Design And Installation Considerations

    B. Design and Installation Considerations NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations. • Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fi re offi cials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and permits.

  • Page 16: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    E. Locating Fireplace & Chimney Location of the fi replace and chimney will affect perfor- mance. • Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially during lighting and die-down of the fi re. •...

  • Page 17: Tools And Supplies Needed

    F. Tools and Supplies Needed Before beginning the installation be sure the following tools and building supplies are available: Reciprocating saw Framing material Pliers Non-combustible sealant Hammer Gloves Phillips screwdriver Framing square Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits Plumb line Safety glasses Level Tape measure...

  • Page 18: Framing & Clearances

    Framing & Clearances A. Select Fireplace Location 62 in. (1575 mm) 16 in. (406 mm) 56 in. (1422 mm) HEARTH EXTENSION (shaded) Figure 6.1 Fireplace Locations Heatilator • Multi-Sided Woodburning Fireplace • 34955 • Rev V • 11/08 12 in. (305 mm) from opening of fireplace 64 in.

  • Page 19: Clearances

    B. Clearances WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles as specifi ed in Fig- ure 6.2. DO NOT pack required air spaces with insulation or other materials. 2 in. (51 mm) min. Ceiling Firestop 1/2 in.

  • Page 20: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    C. Sidewalls/Surrounds • Adjacent combustible sidewalls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fi replace opening. • Combustible and noncombustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed within the gridded area, Figure 6.3. 11.92 in.

  • Page 21: Installation Of Fireplace

    Installation of Fireplace CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal edges are sharp. A. Things to Consider • Location of chimney air kit inltet (see Figure 5.1 & 7.4) • Location of outside air kit •...
  • Page 22 3 ft min. from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet. Figure 7.3 Possible Outside Air Inlet Locations Outlet blocked by combustible snow, leaves, etc. liquids storage Clear area outside house or in ventilated crawl space Use only duct materials specified by manufacturer (preferably with short run or mainly straight duct, except small dip for cold air trap...

  • Page 23: Install Outside Air Kit

    E. Install Outside Air Kit • Keep duct runs short and straight to minimize restriction. A small dip is acceptable for a cold air trap. • The outside air kit must be installed on the left hand side of the fi replace. •...

  • Page 24: Chimney Assembly

    Chimney Assembly NOTICE: Chimney performance may vary. • Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance. • Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs. Chimney must extend beyond combustible roof structure Maintain minimum height of chimney above roof Install roof flashing according to minimum...

  • Page 25: Chimney Requirements

    A. Chimney Requirements Measure vertical distances from the base of the fi replace as shown in Figure 8.2. • Minimum overall straight height • Minimum height with offset/return • Maximum height • Maximum chimney length between an offset and return •...

  • Page 26: Using Offsets/Returns

    B. Using Offsets/Returns • Use an offset/return to bypass overhead obstructions. • An offset and return can be used as a single entity or separated by chimney section(s). WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT use offset/returns greater than 30°. Chimney draft will be restricted and could cause overheating and fi...

  • Page 27: Assemble Chimney Sections

    C. Assemble Chimney Sections WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT install substitute or damaged chimney components. • Use only those components described in this manual. Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair safe operation and cause overheating and fi re. •...

  • Page 28: Install Ceiling Firestops

    E. Install Ceiling Firestops CAUTION! Risk of Fire! Ceiling fi restops must be used whenever the chimney penetrates a ceiling/fl oor. • Chase construction requires ceiling fi restops at each fl oor or every 10 ft (3.05 m) of clear space. •...

  • Page 29: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    F. Install Attic Insulation Shield WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST install an attic insu- lation shield when there is any possibility of insulation or other combustible material coming into contact with the chimney. • DO NOT pack insulation between the chimney and the attic insulation shield.

  • Page 30: Cut Out Hole In Roof

    G. Cut out Hole in Roof • Refer to Figure 8.9. • Plumb from roof to center of chimney. • Drive a nail up through roof to mark center of pipe. • Measure to either side of nail and mark the 17 in. x 17 in.

  • Page 31: Chimney Termination Requirements

    J. Chimney Termination Requirements • Install a cap approved and listed for this fi replace system. • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow or other materials. • Locate cap away from trees or other structures. • The bottom of the termination cap must be at least 3 ft (.91 m) above the roof AND at least 2 ft (.61 m) above any portion of roof within 10 ft (3.05 m) as shown in Figure 8.10.

  • Page 32: Chase Installations

    Chase Installations A. Construct the Chase A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the fi replace and/or its vent system. Vertical chimneys that run on the outside of a building must be installed inside a chase. Construction of the chase may vary with the type of build- ing.

  • Page 33: Install Fireplace & Chimney

    B. Install Fireplace & Chimney Install as per Sections 7 and 8. C. Install Chase Top • You MUST use a chase top in a chase installation. Chase tops are available from your Heatilator dealer or may be fi eld constructed. •...

  • Page 34: Install Termination Cap

    D. Install Termination Cap Install the chimney sections up through the chase enclo- sure. • Refer to termination cap instructions. WARNING! Risk of Fire! The minimum overlap of cap to pipe (as shown in the following illustrations) MUST be met or chimney may separate from cap. Separation allows sparks, heat and embers to escape.
  • Page 35 • TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Termination Cap Collar 2 in. (51 mm) Minimum Height Chase Top Chimney Pipe Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Figure 9.7 Installing a TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Heatilator • Multi-Sided Woodburning Fireplace • 34955 • Rev V • 11/08 Place waterproof sealer under each flange of the termina-...

  • Page 36: Shrouds

    Shrouds A. Radiation Shield • Some shrouds require a radiation shield. Use where specifi ed. • Radiation shield must be constructed of minimum 26 ga sheet metal. B. Field Constructed Shrouds WARNING! Risk of Fire! Shrouds must be constructed as specifi ed. Improper construction may overheat chase top.
  • Page 37 Mailbox Style Shroud (radiation shield required) Min. Height above radiation shield Min. Base Dim Min. Opening Width 3 in. (76 mm) Min. Radiation Shield Height from top of Chase Figure 10.3 Mailbox Style Shroud Dimensions Roofed Style Shroud (radiation shield required) Minimum Height above Radiation Shield...

  • Page 38: Finishing

    11 11 Finishing A. Non-Combustible Materials • Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of any combination of the following: Steel - Iron Brick - Tile Concrete - Slate Glass - Plasters • Materials reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard Test Method for Behavior of Metals, in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750°...
  • Page 39 62 in. (1575 mm) minimum 56 in. (1422 mm) minimum 16 in. (406 mm) minimum from fireplace 8 in. (203 mm) minimum from fireplace opening Continuous, non-combustible sealant 1/2 in. Micore Hearth Ext Tile, stone or other or equivalent non-combustible material insulation (see Table 11.2) 2 in.

  • Page 40: Finishing Material

    D. Finishing Material Refer to Sections 11.A. and Sections 11.B. for combus- tible/noncombustible materials. Refer to Figure 11.2 for noncombustible zone. WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must maintain clearances. • Use only non-combustible framing material below standoffs. • Sheetrock, wood or other combustibles must NOT be used as sheathing or facing in the noncombustible zone.

  • Page 41: Combustible Mantel

    E. Combustible Mantel • See Figure 11.4. • A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 12 in. (305 mm) above the top of the fi replace opening. • A combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12 in. (305 mm). •...

  • Page 42: Accessories

    Accessories A. Gas Log/Lighter Provision WARNING! Fire and/or Asphyxiation Risk! Use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only. Gas fi re generates fumes. • DO NOT install unvented gas logs • Damper must be locked fully open when gas logs are installed A certifi...

  • Page 43: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Fireplace Dimensions Knockout 3 in. Outside Air Cover Plate (76 mm) (206 mm) 9-1/2 in. (241 mm) 5-3/8 in. (137 mm) 7 in. (178 mm) B. Optional Components 52 in. (1321 mm) HX3 Hearth Extension 1/2 in. (13 mm) 66 in.

  • Page 44: Chimney Components

    C. Chimney Components The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fi replace. Catalog # Description CAK5A Chimney Air Kit Insulated Duct/Outside Air Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air SL1106 Chimney Section - 6 in. (152 mm) long SL1112 Chimney Section - 12 in.
  • Page 45 Inside Diameter 11 in. (279 mm) 21 in. Outside (533 mm) Diameter 13 in. (330 mm) SL1130 Offset/Return Assembled Diameter: 17 in./432 mm Height: 24 in./610 mm AS10 Straight Attic Insulation Shield 13 in. 2 in. (330 mm) (51 mm) JB577 Chimney Joint Band 13 in.
  • Page 46 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) TR11 - Round Termination Cap 32-3/8 in. (822 mm) TR11T - Round Telescoping Termination Cap 14-3/4 in. (375 mm) 23 in. (584 mm) ST1175/ - Square Termination Cap 20 in. (508 mm) 17 in. (432 mm) 9-1/4 in.

  • Page 47: Service Parts

    D. Service Parts Heatilator • Multi-Sided Woodburning Fireplace • 34955 • Rev V • 11/08...

  • Page 48: Contact Information

    E. Contact Information Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Heatilator dealer, please visit www.heatilator.com. • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included.

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