Fireplace; Altering Factory-Built Fireplace - Quadra-Fire CASTILEI-MBK Owner's Manual Installation And Operation

Castile Pellet Insert
H. Removing Metal Floor of Factory-Built Fireplace
• The fi rebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails, screen
mesh and log grates can be removed from a factory-built fi re-
box in order to gain minimum insert opening requirements.
• Any smoke shelves, shields and baffl es may be removed
from a factory-built fi rebox if attached with mechanical fas-
teners.
• The metal fl oor of the factory-built fi replace may be removed
to facilitate the installation of the insert only when a 1/4 (6mm)
inch airspace is provided between the insert and the fl oor of
outer wrap.
• This should have prior approval from authority having juris-
diction. Upon removal, the factory built fi replace is no longer
considered a UL 127 Listed fi replace, only a metal box.
• Ensure the metal box is supported to hold weight of the chim-
ney and the insert. Maintain clearances to combustibles.
The following is only one example as there are many different
models of factory-built fi replaces.
Starter hole
Mark area of
floor to cut
Figure 12.1. Measure and mark the metal fl oor for cutting. With
a drill, make a starter hole in each corner.
Figure 12.2. Using a saws-all, cut out the fl oor.
Figure 12.3. Using a saws-all, cut out the fl oor.
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In Figure 2.3 Ensure that the power cord can not be damaged
by the sharp metal edge. You may need to cut out a notch to
accommodate the cord.
NOTE: If the fl oor is made of thin metal, we recommend
using the 2 x 4 from the insert packaging to support the insert.
The 2 x 4 may need to be cut to the appropriate size. Ensure
that the leveling bolt is positioned over the 2 x 4 before level-
ing the insert.
I. Altering the Factory-Built Fireplace
• The fireplace must not be altered, except for the
exceptions listed below. Do not removal the bricks and
mortar from the existing fi replace.
The following modifi cations are premissible:
• Removal of damper or locked in open position
• Removal of smoke shelf or baffl e
• Removal of ember catches
• Removel of fi re grate
• Removal of view screen/curtain
• Removal of doors
• External trim pieces which do not affect the operation
of the fi replace may be removed providing they can be
stored on or within the fi replace for reassembly if the
insert is removed.
• The permanent metal warning label provided must be
attached to the back of the fi replace, with screws or
nails, stating that the fi replace may have been altered
to accommodate the insert, and the fi replace must be
returned to original condition befor use as a conventional
fi replace. Figure 12.4.
• If the hearth extension is lower than the fireplace
opening, the portion of the insert extending onto the
hearth must be supported.
• Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
ordered from your dealer.
• Final approval of this installation type is contingent upon
the authority having jurisdiction.
NOTE: Refer to chimney liner manufacturer for rec-
ommendations on supporting the liner. Installation
into fi replaces without a permit will void the listing
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING

FIREPLACE.

Figure 12.4
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WARNING
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May 12, 2014