Heatilator A36R Owner's Manual

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Model(s):

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Installation and service of this fireplace should be
performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies recommends NFI certified profes-
sionals, or technicians supervised by an
NFI certified professional.
Owner's Manual
Operation and Care
Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13
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: Woodburning Fireplace

    For use with solid wood fuel only. NFI certified professional. Other fuels may overfire and generate poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide). Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1. Hardwood vs. Softwood 2. Moisture content 3. Seasoning 4. Storing Wood 5. Burning Process 6. Creosote Formation 7. Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs D. First Fire E. Lighting Instructions Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 3: Welcome

    IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE, CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES, ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 4: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Firebox and heat exchanger Lifetime All replacement parts 90 Days beyond warranty period See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page. 4021-645F 02-18-13 Page 1 of 2 Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 5 THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE. 4021-645F 02-18-13 Page 2 of 2 Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 6: Product Specific And General Information

    Heatilator is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. Warning! Risk of Fire! For use with solid wood fuel only. Other fuels may overfire and generate poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide). Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 7: Important Safety And Operating Information

    Mantel or Trim 48 in. (1219 mm) Clear Space Front of Fireplace 12 in. (305 mm) Clear Space Sides of Fireplace (from the FP opening) Figure 3.1 Clear Space Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 8: Grate

    If doors are left partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace opening. Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 9: General Operating Parts

    B. General Operating Parts WARNING! DO NOT operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fire- place according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury. Flue Damper Control Section 2.F. Close Open Open Close Outside Air Kit Control Section 2.I. Figure 3.2 General Operating Parts Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 10: Flue Damper

    Close the inlet to prevent cold drafts when the fireplace is not being used CAUTION! Outside air control handle may be warm. Adjust before lighting fire. Figure 3.3 Operating Positions of Bi-fold Doors Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 11: Fuel

    Soft woods Hard woods • Douglas Fir • Oak • Pine • Maple • Spruce • Apple • Cedar • Birch • Poplar • Aspen • Alder Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 12: Seasoning

    Doing so • refractory is in place may trap moisture from the ground and impede air • all labels have been removed. circulation. Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 13: Lighting Instructions

    WARNING! Risk of Fire! Keep combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of the fireplace. DO NOT: • store flammable materials close to the fireplace • use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this fireplace. Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 14: Maintenance And Service

    In the event of a chimney fire, Hearth & Home Tech- nologies recommends replacement of the chimney and inspection of the adjacent structure to the provisions of NFPA Level III inspection criteria. Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 15: Grate

    Frequency: After each ash removal By: Homeowner • Inspect condition of refractory. Replace if crumbly or otherwise deteriorated, or if cracks exceed 1/4 in. (6 mm). Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Add glass doors to slow down air flow. Overdrafting Check for correct vent height; too much vertical height creates overdrafting. Check location of vent termination (refer to chimney assembly section). Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 17: Faqs

    ► Contact your dealer for additional informa- and corrective measures must be taken. tion regarding operation and troubleshoot- ing. Visit www.heatilator.com to find a dealer. Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 18 Air register from furnace near fireplace? Doors opening and closing? Outside air Window closed Combustion closed? for start-up? air control Figure 5.1 Factory-built Fireplaces: Troubleshooting Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Table

    Reference Materials A. Service Parts ► Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 20 Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
  • Page 21: Accessories

    Contour Cabinet Style Mesh Doors with Frame Contour36BK, Contour36BZ Contour42BK, Contour42BZ Grand Vista Cabinet Style Mesh Door GV36BK, GV36BZ GV42BK, GV42BZ Gas Inserts Gas Log Sets Gas Log Lighters Wood-burning Inserts Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...
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  • Page 24: Contact Information

    6769426, 6774802, 6796302, 6840261, 6848441, 6863064, 6866205, 6869278, 6875012, 6880275, 6908039, 6919884,7047962, 7216645, D320652, D445174, D462436; (Canada) 1297749, 2195264, 2225408, 2313972; (Australia) 780250, 780403, 1418504 or other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Printed in U.S.A. - Copyright 2012 Heatilator • A36/42R, A36/42RH Owners Manual • 4017-260 • Rev B • 07/29/13...

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