Heatilator A36C Owner's Manual

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Models:
A36C, A36CH
A42C, A42CH
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
fire 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
combustibles as specified. Failure to
comply may cause house fire.
Installation and service of this fireplace
should be performed by qualified personnel.
Hearth & Home Technologies suggests NFI
certified or factory-trained professionals, or
technicians supervised by an
NFI certified professional.
NOTICE
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 • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
WARNING
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
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 or decorative
gas appliance only.
DO NOT install unvented gas logs.
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors
and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool
down.
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  • Page 1 NFI certified professional. Fire Risk • For use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only. • DO NOT install unvented gas logs. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 2: Congratulations

    IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE, CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC., ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. 1915 W. SAUNDERS ST., MT. PLEASANT, IA 52641. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    E. Contact Information A. Select Fireplace Location B. Clearances C. Sidewalls/Surrounds D. Frame the Fireplace Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signifies change in content.  Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 4: Warranty

    3 years Firebox and heat exchanger Lifetime All replacement parts 90 Days beyond warranty period See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page. 4021-645C 12-29-10 Page 1 of 2 Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • 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. 4021-645C 12-29-10 Page 2 of 2 Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 6: Listing And Code Approvals

    NOTICE: This fireplace is tested and approved as a decorative fireplace. It should not be factored as a primary heat source in residential heating calculations. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 7: User Guide

    Section 2.E. Outside Air Kit Hearth Control Glass Doors Section 2.I. (not shown) Section 2.H. Fan Control Section 2.J. Clear Space Section 2.M. Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 8: Seasoned Wood

    CAUTION! Odors and vapors released during initial operation may be irritating to sensitive individuals. Open windows for air circulation. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 9: Glass Doors

    Front of Fireplace 12 in. (305 mm) • Refer to instructions included with fan kit. Clear Space Sides of Fireplace (from the FP opening) Figure 2.3 Clear Space Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 10: Wood Fuel

    Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 11: Maintenance And Service

    Chase Section ST375 TS345/TS345P TCT375 TR344/TR342 Square Square Terra Cotta Round Termination Cap Termination Caps Termination Cap DT SERIES Termination Cap Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 12: Check Firebox Refractory

    • Light deposits Use household glass cleaner • Heavy deposits Use wood ash on damp cloth or, Use commercial fireplace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer) Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    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 • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    (1.83m) off (Section 11) ground level. Hearth extension Outside (Section 11) combustion air Factory-built fireplace (Section 7) Protective metal hearth strip(s) (Section 7) Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 15: Design And Installation Considerations

    Improper location of the chimney taped or sealed • Basement installations should be avoided NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of direct vent fireplaces in basements. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 16: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    • Below adjacent structure • Insulated exterior chase • Lower roof line • Avoid outside wall in cooler climates Windward Leeward Multi-level Roofs Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 17: Tools And Supplies Needed

    Misc. screws and nails G. Typical Fireplace System This fireplace system requires: • Fireplace/integral grate/refractory/outside air system • Chimney system and termination cap • Hearth extension Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 18: Framing & Clearances

    Minimum from FP 1295 1092 1902 1346 opening to any 77 1/2 38 7/8 54 7/8 perpendicular wall. 1448 1245 1969 1394 Figure 6.1 Fireplace Locations (Framing dimensions shown) Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 19: Clearances

    1/2 in. [13 mm]) 1219 mm 0 in. to floor Figure 3.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials Note: Chimney air kit not shown, but required in Canada. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 20: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    * If interior of chase will be drywalled, add the thickness to this measurement. ** Adjust header height for a raised floor under fireplace. Figure 6.4 Framing the Fireplace Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 21: Installation Of Fireplace

    • Check fireplace opening for square to ensure proper fit of glass doors. Measure diagonals of fireplace opening to make sure they are equal. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 22 Figure 7.4 Outside Combustion Air Placement Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 23: Install Outside Air Kit

    • Hearth & Home Technologies Inc recommends using UL181 Class 0 or Class I rigid or flexible ducting. • Secure flex duct with metal tape, screws or wire ties. Figure 7.5 Outside Air Installation Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 24: Chimney Assembly

    Ceiling firestops are required where chimney passes through ceiling or floor Figure 8.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 25: Chimney Requirements

    Chimney Sections* 42 in. SL306 4-3/4 (1067 mm) SL312 10-3/4 SL318 16-3/4 SL324 22-3/4 SL336 34-3/4 SL348 46-3/4 1187 * Dimensions reflect effective height. Figure 8.2 Chimney Requirements Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 26: Using Offsets/Returns

    1251 94-1/2 2400 Proper assembly of air-cooled chimney parts result in an overlap at chimney joints of 1-1/4 in. (32 mm). Effective length is built into this chart. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 27: Assembling Chimney Sections

    Catalog # Angle FS338 14-1/2 14-1/2 0° FS339 14-1/2 18-3/8 15° FS340 14-1/2 30° Figure 8.4 Assembling Chimney Sections Figure 8.5 Installing the Ceiling Firestop Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 28: Installing Attic Insulation Shield

    14-1/2 in. (368 mm) diameter 6 Tabs bent in 90° Insulation Insulation 10-1/2 in. Ceiling Firestop Pipe (267 mm) Figure 8.8 Install Attic Insulation Shield (firestop below ceiling) Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 29: Cut Out Hole In Roof

    All nail heads must be caulked with a roofing sealant.  • Caulk the overlap seam of any exposed pipe sections that are located above the roof line to prevent leaks. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 30: Chimney 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 8.10 Multiple Chimney Locations Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 31: Chase Installations

    • Failure to prevent contact between insulation or other materials and chimney system may cause overheating Figure 9.1 Chase Assembly and fire. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 32: Install Fireplace & Chimney

    Chase Top collar. Restricting air flow around chimney may cause fire. • Caulk all seams to prevent leaks. Figure 9.3 Chase Top Construction • Refer to Figure 9.3. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 33: Install Termination Cap

    Termination cap pipe and chimney section must be snapped together to maintain an overlap of 1-1/2 in. (38 mm). Figure 9.6 Installing an ST375 Square Termination Cap Figure 9.4 Installing a TR344 Round Termination Cap Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 34 2 in. (51 mm) 7 in. (178 mm) Chase Chimney Pipe Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Figure 9.8 Installing a TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 35: Shrouds

    584 x 584 Min. Opening Width 17 x 17 22 x 22 20 x 20 432 x 432 559 x 559 508 x 508 Figure 10.2 Open Top Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 36 27 x 27 27 x 27 686 x 686 686 x 686 Min. Height Above Radiation Shield Min. Opening Width Min. Opening Height Figure 10.4 Roofed Style Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 37: Finishing

    5-1/8 in. Common Brick 0.20 5-1/8 in. Ceramic Tile 12.50 0.08 12-1/4 in. Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus 0.46 2.18 1/2 in. Marble 14.3-20.0 0.07-0.05 14-5/8 in. - 20-3/8 in. Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 38: Finishing Material

    2 in. (51 mm) Figure 11.10 Decorative Facing Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 39: Combustible Mantel

    Decorative Facing such as: Measured from top of fireplace opening Steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass, plasters. Figure 11.11 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 40: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    Combustible or non-combustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed per Figure 11.12. Figure 11.12 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (acceptable on both sides of opening) Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 41: Accessories

    Repack beyond 4 in. (102 mm) Insulation from fireplace side. Knockout 4 in. (102 mm) Figure 12.1 Gas Line Installation Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 42: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Fireplace Dimensions Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 43: Fireplace Components

    Junction Box GGD36BK GGD42BK Gasketed Glass Door- Cabinet Style Traditional Brick Pattern Refractory AK22 Outside Air Kit GR18 & GR19 Herringbone Pattern Refractory Integral Grate FK23 Fan Kit Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 44: Chimney Components

    Outside 4-3/4 in. (121 mm) Diameter CT-3A Adapter - May be used with the following caps Effective Height 10-1/2 in. CT-Series (267 mm) DT- Series SL3 Vent Stabilizer Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 45: Chimney Components

    9 1/2 in. (883 mm) (241 mm) 32-1/2 in. (826 mm) TR344 Round Termination Cap 9 1/2 in. (241 mm) TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap TR342 Round Telescoping Termination Cap Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 46 (276 mm) CT-3A TR-TVK 2 in. (51 mm) CT35 Chase Top LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # Catalog # 12.5 15.5 LDS33 LDS-BV LDS46 1219 1829 Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 • Rev AQ • 10/12...
  • Page 47: Service Parts

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  • Page 51: Contact Information

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