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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
ME150
Safety tested according to ULC S610
and UL 127 Standards by
an accredited laboratory
E.P.A. Standards Exempt
www.occanada.com
Manufactured by:
Stove Builder International Inc.
250 rue Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec),Canada, G3A 2H3
After-sale service: 418-908-8002
E-mail: tech@sbi-international.com
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer's web site. It is a copyrighted document.
Re-sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time to time and cannot be
responsible for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use of information contained in any manual
obtained from unauthorized sources.
45812A
Printed in Canada
05-07-2016
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL ME150 Safety tested according to ULC S610 and UL 127 Standards by an accredited laboratory E.P.A. Standards Exempt www.occanada.com Manufactured by: Stove Builder International Inc. 250 rue Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec),Canada, G3A 2H3 After-sale service: 418-908-8002 E-mail: tech@sbi-international.com READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site.
- Page 2 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS VENTIS FIREPLACE As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, Stove Builder International takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want to help you get maximum satisfaction as you use this product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
5.3 Chimney Fire Safety Procedures .................. 26 6 MAINTENANCE ........................27 6.1 Replacing Glass ......................27 6.2 Replacing Firestone in a ME150 Fireplace ..............27 7 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................29 7.1 Exploded view for replacement parts ................30 7.2 Parts list ........................31 VENTIS LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY .................. -
Page 4: Introduction
1 INTRODUCTION This manual contains all the information required for safe, efficient installation and use of your Ventis fireplace. Read carefully all the instructions contained herein and keep this manual handy so you may refer to it whenever necessary. Before starting to install the fireplace, consult local authorities to obtain a construction permit and learn about all applicable regulatory requirements. -
Page 5: Views With Measurements
1.2 Views with measurements ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 6: Installation
As for the chimney’s configuration, there are several possibilities. See Figure bellow to determine the appropriate configuration for your home. The straighter the chimney, the easier it will be to clean and maintain. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 7: Fireplace Installation
6. To anchor the fireplace to the floor, unfold the lower metal attachments and screw them to the floor using 1" (25 mm) screws. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... - Page 8 DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE AND MAKE SURE IT REMAINS IN AN OPEN POSITION. THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG APPLIANCE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL A GAS LOG APPLIANCE WITHOUT A VENT PIPE. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 10: Venting System
This wood fireplace is to be connected to a chimney with a 7" diameter flue passage. TABLE 1 - LISTED CHIMNEY VENTIS FOR YOUR ME150 WOOD FIREPLACE CHIMNEY BRAND... -
Page 11: Chimney Installation Notes
2. The ME150 is listed only with chimney systems described in table 1. 3. A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance. - Page 12 12. For installations where more than one chimney is located in the same non-chase or within the same area, we suggest that their terminations be separated by at least 16" (410 mm) horizontally, and 18" (457 mm) vertically. This separation is to prevent smoke migrating from one chimney to another. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
- Page 13 18" 18" 457.2mm 457.2mm 18" 457.21mm 16" 16" 406.4mm 406.4mm ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 14: Chimney Installation Instructions
However, starting using a 30° or 45° elbow is also approved. Mandatory measure of 15 ft. from the bottom of the fireplace to the top of the outside chimney. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... - Page 15 Direct installation Exterior offset installation ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
- Page 16 3. Follow the chimney’s manufacturers’ instructions and place the first chimney length on the fireplace. You must use an anchor plate (A) supplied by the chimney manufacturer before installing the first chimney length. Continue installing chimney lengths making sure to secure each length in place with 3 screws. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
- Page 17 8. When a ventilated roof flashing is installed, precautions are to be taken not to caulk or seal the ventilating openings. THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED NOTE: THE FLOOR AND WALLS BELOW THE ATTIC MUST BE INSULATED USING THE SAME INSULATION. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 18: Offset Chimney Installation
Only one is required. Follow the chimney manufacturer’s installation instructions. In cold climate locations, it is recommended that you use the insulated wall radiation shield since it will maintain the home’s thermal barrier. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 19: Chimney Support Installation
For offset support installation, refer to the instructions provided with the support by Olympia Chimney who provide the maximum height of chimney that can be supported by the support. Make sure you respect those parameters. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 20: Fireplace Finish
7. If the mantel is made of combustible materials, it must be installed at a height of at least 48" (1219 mm) from the base of the fireplace. 8. The fireplace’s facing must be made of non-combustible materials only. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... - Page 21 Chimney Enclosure Canada and U.S. Chimney Enclosure Canada only. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
- Page 22 6" / 152 mm 48" / 1219 mm 8" / 203 mm 50" / 1270 mm 10" / 254 mm 52" / 1321 mm 12" / 305 mm 54" / 1372 mm 48” 1219 mm ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 23: Fireplace Facing
3. Reinstall the decorative trim. NOTE: Make sure nothing obstructs or interferes with the front hot air outlets. The enclosure could overheat. Any accessible chimney must be fenced off or finished to prevent contact. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... - Page 24 ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 25: Use And Safety
6. Prevent smoke flow reversal by preheating the chimney flue. Just hold a torch made of rolled up newspaper towards the smoke chamber for a few minutes. 7. Ventis fireplaces are designed to burn reasonable quantities of cordwood only. Avoid making overly intense fires that would damage the appliance. -
Page 26: Manufactured Logs
5. Make sure the sparks coming from the chimney do not set fire to the roof. 6. Before reusing the fireplace, have it inspected by the Fire Department. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 27: Maintenance
5. Handle the glass with care to avoid injury. 6. Allow to dry for 24 hours. NOTE: Never use substitute parts. Use only Ventis brand parts. 6.2 Replacing Firestone in a ME150 Fireplace Do not use the fireplace with a broken or missing firestone. - Page 28 PL60004 ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
11. Use only dry wood, i.e. wood that has dried for one year (15% to 20% humidity). Very dry wood will burn very well, but will generate a great deal of heat and will not last. ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 30: Exploded View For Replacement Parts
7.1 Exploded view for replacement parts ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 31: Parts List
7" VENTIS STAINLESS STEEL ANCHOR PLATE 30385 METAL SCREW #10 X 1/2" HEX TEK ZINC VA2071-5 FRONT REFRACTORY SLAB VA2071-2 LEFT REFRACTORY SLAB VA2070 CAST IRON GRATE VA2071-4 FLOOR REFRACTORY SLAB VA2071-3 RIGHT REFRACTORY SLAB VA2071-1 REAR REFRACTORY SLAB ME150 - Installation and Operation Manual... -
Page 32: Ventis Limited Lifetime Warranty
Labour cost and repair work to the account of the manufacturer are based on a predetermined rate schedule and must not exceed the wholesale price of the replacement part. Shall your unit or a components be defective, contact immediately your VENTIS dealer. To accelerate processing of your warranty claim, make sure to have on hand the following information when calling: •...
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