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Security Chimneys Bis Nova Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNINGS
• 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.
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 and UL-127
Report # 3151759
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 506065-01 REV. C 05/2010
MODELS
BISNOVABK
BISNOVABN
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 circum-
stances. 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.
Security™ wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supple-
mental heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary
heat source.
• 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.
PIBISNOVA REV. 3 05/2010
Bis Nova™
WARNINGS

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  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Bis Nova™ EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace P/N 506065-01 REV. C 05/2010 MODELS BISNOVABK BISNOVABN 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

    IMPORTANT! GENERAL SAFETY WARNING WARNING PRECAUTIONS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY Be careful adding wood fuel to the Use care when selecting window RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE. fire or handling fireplace tools such treatments for windows located near the fireplace. Avoid using as shovels, tongs or pokers.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    - Outside Air Kit (required if using AC Chimney) - Chimney Adaptor 7 inch (6AW7) Thank you for selecting a Security Chimneys International fireplace as the answer to your (If you choose to use 7 inch ASHT or home supplemental heating needs.

  • Page 4: Starting And Maintaining A Fire

    REFUELING FOR BEST PERFORMANCE air controls). Use caution when firing with the combustion The Bis Nova fireplace will operate best if at- The unit will burn best with 1-2 pieces of cord air control wide open. Only burn cord wood in...

  • Page 5: Important Cautions

    6. Do not use the fireplace again until your Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal (optional). When operating the Bis Nova™ chimney and fireplace have been inspected When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar...

  • Page 6: Disposing Of Ashes

    WARNINGS replaced. To replace the refractory bricks, follow these steps (see Figure 3): • Use only a Security Chimneys International glass doors, specifically 1. Remove the bottom refractory designed for the Bis Nova fireplace. 2. Remove the front refractories 3.

  • Page 7: Glass Care - Replacement

    Glass Replacement cutting floor or roof joists (see fireplace dimen- and lay it on a clean unabrasive surface. To The glass used for the Bis Nova™ fireplace is sions Page 9). replace the gasket, first remove all of the old a high temperature ceramic glass (1,400°...

  • Page 8: Optional Cast Facade Installation

    12” drywall panels around the fireplace. (305mm) Hearth Extension Requirements Max. The Bis Nova™ fireplace may be installed directly on a combustible floor. The supplied safety metal Area where wood mantel Mantel strip must be positioned as follows: One half...

  • Page 9: Framing, Facing And Mantel

    Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure OUTSIDE CHASE Including Finishing Materials, if any Corner Installation FRAMING DIMENSIONS 20-5/8” 35-7/8 911 mm 37-5/8” 956 mm * Zero Clearance 29-1/8” 740 mm From Back Spacer to Wall 12-1/2” 318 mm 70” 1778 mm 35” 889 mm Rough Framing Face (Unfinished Shown) 18-5/8”...
  • Page 10 Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling Insulated Chase Construction Storm Collar Roof Support Flashing Draft Stops Attic Radiation Shield Floor Ceiling NOTE: It is recommended that Firestop Wall the chase walls and floor be insulated in the same manner, CTDT Termination using the same insulation, as the rest of the building, below •...

  • Page 11: Fireplace Blower

    * The height of the louver must be measured as the fireplace, or one or both of the outlets Spacer from the base of the Bis Nova fireplace to the can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms. middle point of the louver.

  • Page 12: Central Forced Air Kit

    EPA certification. Flashing Collar Flashing The knock-outs provided on the back and on the sides of the BIS NOVA™ fireplace allow Roof Support the connection of insulated flexible pipe which Attic Radiation Shield enables you to heat adjacent rooms up to 50 feet from the fireplace hot air outlet.

  • Page 13: Outside Air Kit

    (fireplace and AC chimney) OUTSIDE AIR KIT The outside air kit is optional on the Bis Nova™ fireplace, but mandatory on the AC chimney. It can be burned drawing air only from the house. When the fireplace is in operation with the door closed, it will pull only a slight amount of air from the house.

  • Page 14: Chimney System

    2. The Security Chimneys International fireplace model Bis Nova may be D) The air intake should be installed where it is not likely to be blocked by installed only with Security Chimneys International Ltd 6”...

  • Page 15: Chimney Installation Instructions

    CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Attic Radiation Shield INSTRUCTIONS Attic Radiation ASHT / S2100 Air Cooled Pipe Shield HT6103+ / HT6000+ 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor Solid Packed Pipe and roof where the chimney will pass (see Figure 23). Use a plumb-bob to line up the center of the holes.

  • Page 16: Offset Chimney Installation

    Minimum Chimney Height Using Elbows the straps attached to the elbow to the surrounding framing using nails or drywall Fireplace Model BIS NOVA screws. Chimney Model ASHT+ / S2100+ / HT6103+ / HT6000+ / AC 4. Use a plumb-bob to line up the center of the hole.
  • Page 17 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 18: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

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

  • Page 19: Chimney Support Installation

    CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION Universal Roof Support 18” (460 mm) This support has three possible uses: 18” (460 mm) 1. For ASHT+ / HT6103+ and S-2100+ / HT6000+, it must be used on a roof to support the chimney. 2. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset.

  • Page 20: Masonry Application Instructions

    Follow these steps: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION 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 21: Installation Accessories

    Chimney Adaptor (S-2100+ / HT6000+) for CANADA ONLY - If you want to Fireplace Model BIS NOVA - Approved Venting Components manufac- install a S-2100+ / HT6000+ chimney, an adaptor is available (6UCA).
  • Page 22 CHIMNEY - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS TUBINOX LL Chimney Lining System (AC) Air-Cooled Chimney System* Rigid Stainless Steel Liner For Relining A Masonry Chimney, 6” Diameter 6” I.D. and 11” O.D. Air Cooled, Stainl. Steel inner and zinc coated steel exterior Listed to ULC-S635M, UL-1777 and ULC-S640M at 2100º...

  • Page 23: Replacement Parts

    Contact an Authorized Security Chimneys International dealer to ob- tain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials not approved Mantel: 39’’ (990mm) measured from the base of the fireplace. by Security Chimneys International . Use of non-approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards.

  • Page 24: Product Reference Information

    Your Dealer's Name _________________________________________________ Your Dealer's Phone Number __________________________________________ Security Chimneys International Limited reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information.

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