Superior WCT6820WS Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Epa wood-burning fireplace

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Fireplace, also for use in mobile or
manufactured homes with solid fuel only.
An French manual is available upon request. Order P/N 900088-00.
Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement en faire la demande. Numéro
de la pièce 900088-00.
• Hot! Do not touch! The glass and
surfaces of this appliance will be hot
during operation and will retain heat
for a while after shutting off the appli-
ance. Severe burns may result.
• Carefully supervise children in the
same room as appliance.
• If small children are present in the home, it is
recommended that this appliance be fitted with
an adjustable safety gate or barrier screen.
WARNING
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 and UL-127
Report No. 307-4084
EPA Cert. No. 537
P900087-00
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

WCT6820WS
EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 900087-00 REV. NC 12/2013
MODEL
WCT6820WS
This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient
and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read
and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any cir-
cumstances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system,
including but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and
accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system
and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.
IHP wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supplemental
heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat
source.
WARNING
• The fireplace cannot be operated without a door
or firescreen. Consult your dealer to select the
correct replacement door or firescreen.
• The fireplace is equipped with a blower, electri-
cal connection must be made prior to fireplace
installation
• Important! To assure proper alignment of glass
doors: Install this fireplace in a square and
plumb condition, using shims as necessary at
sides and/or bottom.
• Install the fireplace only as described in these
instructions.

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  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WCT6820WS EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace P/N 900087-00 REV. NC 12/2013 MODEL WCT6820WS This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules And Specifications For Mobile Or Manufactured Home Installation

    Avoid using WARNING combustible flowing window can block the entrance of air. treatments such as curtains on The WCT6820WS fireplace must nearby windows that are of suf- IMPORTANT be installed with an outside air ficient length to be blown in front...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for selecting a IHP fireplace as the answer to your home supplemental heat- Fuel ing needs. USE SOLID NATURAL WOOD FUEL ONLY. The WCT6820WS fireplace is designed to work best THE FIREPLACE TABLE OF CONTENTS when fueled with dry seasoned natural wood INTRODUCTION only.
  • Page 4: Starting And Maintaining A Fire

    10 to 20 minutes least amount of creosote on the glass and after reloading, depending on the heat and on There is no flue damper in the WCT6820WS in the chimney. The combustion air control the moisture content of the wood.
  • Page 5: Important Cautions

    H. Do not burn wood in the area in front of the can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney When operating the WCT6820WS fireplace, grate. fire, follow these steps: open a nearby window temporarily to check I.
  • Page 6: Disposing Of Ashes

    DOOR INSTALLATION The door must be installed only when the installation of the WCT6820WS fireplace is completed. in soil or otherwise locally dis- All you have to do is fit the male part of the hinge, already on the door, to the female part, which persed, they should be retained is on the fireplace.
  • Page 7: Facade Installation

    12" MAX. (305mm) Hearth Extension Requirements Area where wood The WCT6820WS fireplace may be installed Mantel can be Mantel directly on a combustible floor. The supplied installed safety metal strip must be positioned as follows:...
  • Page 8: Framing Dimensions

    Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure OUTSIDE CHASE FRAMING DIMENSIONS Including Finising Materials if any Corner Installation Fireplace Opening Width 19-19/32” 36-1/4” 921 mm 42” 1067 mm * Zero Clearance From Back 30-1/16” 764 mm Spacer to Wall 13-1/2” 343 mm 77” 1956 mm 37-1/2”...
  • Page 9: Nailing Flanges

    Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling INSULATED CHASE CONSTRUCTION Storm Collar Roof Support Flashing Draft Stops Attic Radiation Shield Floor Ceiling Firestop NOTE: It is recommended that the Wall chase walls and floor be insulated CTDT in the same manner, using the Termination same insulation, as the rest of the building, below the attic.
  • Page 10: Fireplace Blower

    Maximum length See Figure 14 Figure 15 Noncombustible Facing * The height of the louver must be measured from the base of the WCT6820WS fireplace to When installing the double outlet system, the Drywall the middle point of the louver.
  • Page 11: Outside Air Kit

    OUTSIDE AIR KIT It is mandatory to install an outside air connec- Rain Cap tion to the WCT6820WS wood burning fireplace. The following components are required and are included with the fireplace: Flashing Collar Flashing • Outside air kit (includes 4 inch flex that goes...
  • Page 12: Chimney System

    ‘’Enclosure’’ section. 2. The IHP fireplace model WCT6820WS may be installed only with Security Chimneys International 6” diameter chimney systems. NOTE: Local codes may not require firestopping at the ceiling levels for 3.
  • Page 13: Chimney Installation Instructions

    CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Attic Radiation Shield INSTRUCTIONS Attic Radiation ASHT / S2100 Shield HT6103+ / HT6000+ 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor Solid Packed Pipe * Flashing and roof where the chimney will pass (see Figure 21). Use a plumb-bob to line up the center of the holes.
  • Page 14: Offset Chimney Installation

    Minimum Chimney Height Using Elbows 3. Use another elbow to turn the chimney vertically. Lock it to the chimney. Fasten Fireplace Model WCT6820WS the straps attached to the elbow to the Chimney Model ASHT+ / S2100+ / HT6103+ / HT6000+ / AC surrounding framing using nails or drywall screws.
  • Page 15 Offset Dimensions Total Height Horizontal Offset Chimney Elbow Offset & One Length Between Elbows Two Lengths Between Elbows 6” Height 8” 12” 18” 24” 36” 48” 8” & 48” 12” & 48” 18” & 48” 24” & 48” 36” & 48” 48”...
  • Page 16: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION (RSM+ and RSMI30) Chimney AC When traversing a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30º or 45º angle, an angled firestop or wall radiation shield must be installed. Only one is required. RSMI45 NOTE: 45º...
  • Page 17: Glass Care - Replacement

    Glass Replacement and lay it on a clean unabrasive surface. To cutting floor or roof joists (see fireplace dimen- The glass used for the WCT6820WS fireplace replace the gasket, first remove all of the old sions Page 9). is a high temperature ceramic glass (1,400° F / gasket and gasket cement.
  • Page 18: Chimney Support Installation

    CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION Universal Roof Support 18” (460 mm) When installing a support, slightly lift the chimney system so the weight 18” (460 mm) will lie on the support, not on the fireplace to reduce expansion noises. This support has three possible uses: 1.
  • Page 19: Masonry Application Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION Follow these steps: 1- Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the ASHT+ WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chimney elbow on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval must be inspected by a qualified chimney sweep.
  • Page 20: Installation Accessories

    Central Forced Air Kit Accessories WCT6820WS Facade Black, BTCEFBK BTCEFBK Central Forced Air Kit, Central forced air kit including: blower WCT6820WS Facade Gold Plated, BTCEFG BTCEFG (BISZY), flex adaptor (BISAF), 2 clamps, variable speed control (VRUW), thermo-disk (VTU), fan to flexible pipe...
  • Page 21: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST SPECIFICATIONS WCT6820WS Replacement Parts Cat. No. Model Description Part/Cat. No. F1792 WCT6820WS Blower (heat activated on/off pre-wired), UZY5 UZY5 Blower motor speed control (wall mount), VRUW VRUW Product Reference Information Weight 300 lbs Snap Disc, Blower Height 36”...
  • Page 22: Chimney Components Lists

    2125 Monterey, Laval, Quebec 1-800-361-4909 (USA) Canada, H7L 3T6 1-800-667-3387 (Canada) www.securitychimneys.com Fireplace Model WCT6820WS - Approved Venting Components manu- Secure Temp ASHT 1” High Temp. Insulated Stainless Steel Chimney ® factured by Security Chimneys International™ only. 6” I.D. and 8” O.D., Double-Wall Stainl. Steel, Listed to CAN/UCL-S604 and UL-103HT Description Part/Cat.
  • Page 23 SECURITY CHIMNEYS™ - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS The components listed below must be ordered from Security Chimneys International™. Contact your Security Chimneys Distributor or Dealer for ordering information. Security Chimneys International Limited 450-973-9999 Tubinox™ LL Chimney Lining System 2125 Monterey, Laval, Quebec 1-800-361-4909 (USA) Rigid Stainless Steel Liner For Relining A Masonry Chimney, 6”...
  • Page 24 NOTES...
  • Page 25: Warranty

    THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") 20 Year Limited Warranty warrants your Superior™ Brand wood burning fireplace ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. The Product body, firebox and ceramic glass carry the 20 Year Limited Warranty. Ceramic glass carries the 20 Year Limited War- ranty against thermal breakage only.
  • Page 26: Product Reference Information

    WARRANTY Normally, all parts should be ordered through your IHP distributor or dealer. Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order. Your fireplace is covered by a limited warranty. Please read the warranty When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: to be familiar with its coverage.

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