Heatilator A36C Owner's Manual
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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Contact your dealer with questions on installation, operation, or service.
NOTICE:
DO NOT discard this manual!
Model(s):
WOODBURNING FIREPLACE
Installation and service of this fi replace should be
performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies recommends NFI certifi ed profes-
sionals, or technicians supervised by an
NFI certifi ed professional.
Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14
Owner's Manual
Operation and Care
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re
or explosion 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 com-
bustibles as specifi ed. Failure to comply may
cause house fi re.
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
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.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfi re and generate poisonous
gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
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Summary of Contents for Heatilator A36C
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Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable WOODBURNING FIREPLACE materials away. WARNING Installation and service of this fi replace should be performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends NFI certifi ed profes- Fire Risk. sionals, or technicians supervised by an For use with solid wood fuel only. NFI certifi ed professional. Other fuels may overfi re and generate poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide). Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
B. General Operating Parts 1. Flue Damper 2. Outside Air (Optional) 3. Glass Doors 4. Fan Kit C. Fuel 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 4: Limited Lifetime Warranty
2 years Factory-installed blowers Molded refractory panels 3 years Firepots and burnpots 5 years 1 year Castings and baffles Manifold tubes, 7 years 3 years HHT chimney and termination 1 year Burners, logs and refractory years Limited 3 years 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... - Page 5 This warranty is void if: • The appliance has been over-fired or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine, or other damaging chemicals. Over-firing can be identified by, but not limited to, warped plates or tubes, rust colored cast iron, bubbling, cracking and discoloration of steel or enamel finishes. • The appliance is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation. • There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited to, improper chimney or venting installation. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: • The owner’s exclusive remedy and HHT’s sole obligation under this warranty, under any other warranty, express or implied, or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair, or refund, as specified above. In no event will HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the appliance. Some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14...
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Page 6: Product Specific And General Information
This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with • Damper must be locked open. the optional components specified in this manual. These • Gas flame may generate fumes. optional components may be purchased separately and installed at a later date. An outside air kit, gas log set, gas insert or gas log-lighter should be installed at the time of fireplace installation. 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 7: Important Safety And Operating Information
Front of Fireplace Front of Fireplace 12 in. (305 mm) 12 in. (305 mm) Clear Space Clear Space Sides of Fireplace Sides of Fireplace (from the FP (from the FP opening) opening) opening) opening) opening) Figure 3.1 Clear Space Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 8: Grate
If doors are left partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace opening. Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 9: General Operating Parts
If you expect that children may come into contact with this fi replace, we recommend a barrier such as a decorative screen. See your dealer for suggestions. B. General Operating Parts WARNING! DO NOT operate fi replace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fi re- place according to operating instructions could cause fi re 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 10: Flue Damper
replace. It may help reduce the effects of nega- tive air pressure. FULLY CLOSED PARTLY CLOSED Close the inlet to prevent cold drafts when the fi replace CORRECT INCORRECT is not being used CAUTION! Outside air control handle may be warm. Adjust before lighting fi re. Figure 3.3 Operating Positions of Bi-fold Doors 4. Fan Kit • Fan kit is optional. • Refer to instructions included with fan kit. Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 11: Fuel
Soft woods Hard woods • Douglas Fir • Oak • Pine • Maple • Spruce • Apple • Cedar • Birch • Poplar • Aspen • Alder Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 12: Seasoning
D. First Fire with a tarp, plastic, tar paper, sheets of scrap plywood, etc., as uncovered wood can absorb water from rain Before lighting your first fire in the fireplace, make certain or snow, delaying the seasoning process. Avoid that: covering the sides and ends completely. Doing so • refractory is in place may trap moisture from the ground and impede air • all labels have been removed. circulation. Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 14: Maintenance And Service
• Confirm that termination cap remains clear and unobstructed. • Inspect for blockages such as bird nests, leaves, etc. • Inspect for corrosion or separation. • Inspect for creosote and remove as needed, at least every two months during the heating season. • Inspect the system at the fireplace connection and at the chimney top. 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 15: Grate
• Clean glass with a non-abrasive glass cleaner. Use a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or a commercially available oven cleaner. Remove any oven cleaner F. Refractory residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water. Frequency: After each ash removal Homeowner • Inspect condition of refractory. Replace if crumbly or otherwise deteriorated, or if cracks exceed 1/4 in. (6 mm). Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Bed of coals not established Start with paper & kindling to establish bed of before adding wood coals (refer to starting fire section). Flue blockage such as birds’ Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned nests or leaves in termination by a certified chimney sweep. Down draft or negative pressure Do not use exhaust fans during start-up (refer to Competition with exhaust negative pressure section). devices Open window below the fireplace towards the wind. Fire burns too fast Extremely dry or soft wood Mix in hardwood. Mix in less seasoned wood after fire is established (refer to wood fuel section). No glass doors 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
Page 17: Faqs
If the fire is hard to start and smoke spills out of the fire- Contact your dealer for additional informa- place, or you find it difficult to establish and maintain a moderately high burn rate, then the flue draft is too low tion regarding operation and troubleshoot- and corrective measures must be taken. ing. Visit www.heatilator.com to find a Be sure you have air available for combustion and that dealer. your firewood is dry and well seasoned. Build your fires properly and according to the instructions given in op- Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... - Page 18 (furnace, fan, Unsealed dryer, etc.)? can lights? Overhead fan operating? Creosote buildup in flue? 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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14...
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Page 19: Reference Materials
12052 Junction Box 21878 Junction Box Kit Nailing Flange Qty 4 req. 31190 Outside Air Kit AK22 Refractory Retainer 11847 Retainer Screws Pkg of 40 12460/40 Smoke Diverter 30559 Strip Protector Qty 2 req. 18320 Upper Door Track 15425 Installation Manual 4017-262 Owner’s Manual 4017-263 Additional service parts on following page. 4/14 Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... - Page 20 Pre SN #AK652474 28393 Side Refractory (Left/right) Post SN #AK652474 4010-058 #9 Herringbone Refractory Herringbone Refractory Hearth Refractory 4010-017 Pre SN# #AK652474 4010-012 Back Refractory Post SN# #AK652474 4010-063 Pre SN# #AK652474 4010-010 Left Hand Refractory Post SN# #AK652474 4010-061 Pre SN# #AK652474 4010-009 Right Hand Refractory Post SN# #AK652474 4010-062 Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14...
- Page 21 Outside Air Kit AK22 Refractory Retainer Qty 3 req. 11847 Retainer Screws Pkg of 40 12460/40 Smoke Baffl e (Right) 35329 Smoke Baffl e (Left) 35330 Strip Protector Qty 2 req. 18320 Upper Door Track 15427 Installation Manual 4017-262 Owner's Manual 4017-263 Additional service parts on following page. 4/14 Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14...
- Page 22 Pre SN #AK652474 28393 Side Refractory (Left/right) Post SN #AK652474 4010-058 #9 Herringbone Refractory Herringbone Refractory Hearth Refractory 4010-018 Pre SN #AK652474 4010-011 Back Refractory Post SN #AK652474 4010-064 Pre SN #AK652474 4010-010 Left Hand Refractory Post SN #AK652474 4010-061 Pre SN #AK652474 4010-009 Right Hand Refractory Post SN #AK652474 4010-062 Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14...
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Page 23: Accessories
Grand Vista Cabinet Style Mesh Door GV36BK, GV36BZ GV42BK, GV42BZ Gasketed Cabinet Style Doors GGD36BK, GGD42BK TK6S Louver Trim Kit-Stainless Steel Gas Inserts Gas Log Sets Gas Log Lighters Wood-burning Inserts Heatilator • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14... -
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 • A36/42C, A36/42CH Owners Manual • 4017-263 • Rev D • 05/01/14...