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• 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.
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US
WARNING
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 and UL-127
Report # 14-181
EPA Cert. No. 111-17
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Ladera™ CAT
EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 900880-00 REV. NC 02/2018
MODELS
Ladera CAT
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.
• The fireplace cannot be operated without a
door. Consult your dealer to select the correct
replacement door.
• The fireplace is equipped with a blower, electri-
cal connection must be made prior to fireplace
installation
• Important! To assure proper alignment of glass
door: 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.
P900880-00
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  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    Ladera™ CAT EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace P/N 900880-00 REV. NC 02/2018 MODELS Ladera CAT 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 Use care when selecting window RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE. treatments for windows located the fire or handling fireplace tools near the fireplace. Avoid using such as shovels, tongs or pokers.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Certificate number 111-17 . AC Chimney Disposing of Ashes ......Page 11 • The Ladera CAT fireplace is NOT intended Door Removal ........Page 12 - Chimney Adaptor 7 inch (6AW7 for use with a gas log set. Do not use a Door Adjustment .......Page 12...
  • Page 4: Operating The Fireplace

    OPERATING THE FIREPLACE Catalytic Combustor When the catalyst light-off conditions are achieved, the combustor will keep on going Fuel - USE SOLID NATURAL WOOD FUEL until it runs out of smoke. Note that the catalyst This fireplace is equipped with a catalytic com- ONLY.
  • Page 5 This will minimize air leakage up the chimney. When the air combustion control is completely the Ladera CAT fireplace and should be the The combustion air control and the CAT by- closed, the fireplace is in a slow combustion phase.
  • Page 6: Starting And Maintaining A Fire

    STARTING AND MAINTAINING A FIRE Step 3. Open the door about 1” and wait 5 D. Wet wood seconds until the air flow has stabilized. Then Wet or tarred wood will smoulder and smoke open the door completely, put the logs in and instead of burning properly.
  • Page 7: Smoke Detector

    SMOKE DETECTORS RECOMMENDED Standard Cord of 8 Ft. Since there are always several potential sources Wood (2.4M) of fire in any home, we recommend installing smoke detectors. If possible, install the smoke detector in a hallway adjacent to the room 4 Ft.
  • Page 8: Well Seasoned Fuel

    MAINTAINING YOUR FIREPLACE Catalyst Monitoring Before performing chimney sweep, open the CAT bypass and remove the combustor. Remove dust accumulation after chimney Have your product inspected at least once It is important to periodically monitor the sweep and put the combustor back in place. a year by a qualified service technician to operation of the catalytic combustor to ensure ensure gaskets, air tubes, baffles, and vent-...
  • Page 9 Cleaning Procedure (see Figure 9A): Tools required: (2) 9/16” wrenches, #2 square drive bit/driver With catalyst bypass in closed position, remove (2) baffle boards from firebox. 1. Using (2) 9/16” wrenches, loosen and remove the bolt and nut that connects the linkage arm to the catalyst bypass box 2.
  • Page 10 CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Condition Solution Ash Build-up on Combustor Surface Normal Ash, a fluffy light gray powder, and soot, accumulate on the com- bustor surfaces in normal use. Ashes accumulate as a result of the smoke being burned within the combustor and carried out of the firebox by the chimney draft.
  • Page 11: Refractory Installation

    The intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in “First Fires”. They will not normally dimin- ish the effectiveness of the refractory. If large cracks develop, then the refractory should be replaced.
  • Page 12: Door Removal

    DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH CRACKED OR BROKEN GLASS. Glass Cleaning The Ladera CAT fireplace is designed to keep the glass clean under normal operating conditions. If the Ladera CAT fireplace is operated continuously with the combustion air controls closed, the glass will tend to get dirty...
  • Page 13: Fireplace Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION This fireplace may be installed directly on the floor or on a raised base (for proper guidelines, refer to “Hearth Extension Requirements”) and a minimum of 6’8” (2 m) measured from the base of the appliance to the Locating The Fireplace ceiling is required.
  • Page 14: Optional Cast Facade Installation

    Optional Cast Facade installation Install the Facade per instructions provided in WARNING: THE HEARTH EXTEN- Facade Kit (ordered separately - see Page 27). SION IS TO BE INSTALLED ONLY AS ILLUSTRATED. Fireplace Framing, Facing And Mantel The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the stan- The crack between the fireplace Safety Metal Strip...
  • Page 15: Framing Dimensions

    Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure OUTSIDE CHASE Corner Installation Including Finishing Materials, if any FRAMING DIMENSIONS 36” 915 mm 22-1/8” 37-3/4” 959 mm * Zero Clearance 31-3/8” 797 mm From Back Spacer to Wall 14-7/8” 378 mm 74-3/8” 1889 mm 37-1/4” 946 mm 19-5/8”...
  • Page 16: Nailing Flanges

    Drywall or Any Rigid Material Draft Stops 2” x 4” Insulated Chase Construction Mantel and Facing (Side View) 1/2” Plywood Storm Roof Support Collar Drywall Mantel Firestop Flashing 12” Attic 2 x 3 Min. * Floor (305mm) Radiation (51mm x 76mm) Max.
  • Page 17: Fireplace Blower

    FIREPLACE BLOWER A wall on/off switch must be installed to control Noncombustible Facing the blower. An optional heat switch and variable The fireplace is equipped with a blower. It is speed control are available (see Page 28). located in the bottom of the fireplace towards If installed, the heat activated switch must be Drywall the back.
  • Page 18: Central Forced Air Kit

    Central Forced Air Kit NOTES: Rain Cap - Seal the top and NOTE: Not tested under EPA certification. If both sides of the installed, this appliance no longer qualifies roof flashing with for EPA certification. Flashing Collar waterproof caulk- ing. Flashing - The gap between The knock-outs provided on the back and on...
  • Page 19: Outside Air Kit

    Make a 4-1/4” (110 mm) hole in the outside wall of the house at the chosen location. From outside, place the outside air register in the hole (open side down) and fasten the register to the wall with screws as shown (see Figure 28).
  • Page 20: Draft Requirements

    ‘’Enclosure’’ section. ® model DuraTech DTC chimney systems . The Ladera CAT fireplace ® NOTE: Local codes may not require firestopping at the ceiling levels for may also be installed with a 7’’ chimney system (ASHT or HT6103 outside chase installations.
  • Page 21 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 31).
  • Page 22: Offset Chimney Installation

    After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows: Air Cooled Chimney * Chimney ASHT+ / HT6103+ / S-2100+ / HT6000+ Collar DuraTech DTC Chimneys Spacer (built 1. Install the first elbow; turn it in the required into flashing) direction.
  • Page 23 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 24: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 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 Chimney AC one is required. NOTE: 45º angle for Canada only ( RSMI45 / 6DTC-S45 In cold climate locations (climates where temperatures will fall below 32°...
  • Page 25: Chimney Support Installation

    CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION Universal Roof Support 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. 18” (460 mm) This support has three possible uses: 1.
  • Page 26: Masonry Application Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION Follow these steps: WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chimney must 1. Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the ASHT+ be inspected by a qualified chimney sweep. elbow on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval the location where the flue liner will enter the masonry chimney.
  • Page 27: Installation Accessories

    OPTIONAL INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES Central Forced Air Kit Accessories Central Forced Air Kit, Central forced air kit including: blower (BISZY), flex adaptor (BISAF), 2 clamps, variable Installation Accessories speed control (VRUW), thermo-disk (VTU), fan to flexible BISFWK-1 pipe adapter (BISAVF), back draft damper (BISBD), aluminium Description Cat./ Part No.
  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    19-1/2” x 13-1/4” x 12” Catalyst Replacement Cartridge F3543 Chimney Weight ASHT * (6” dia) 6.25 lb per linear foot By-Pass Handle, Ladera CAT F3541 Chimney Weight AC * (6” dia.) 3.25 lb per linear foot Baffle ceramic (set of 2) F3545 Chimney weight S-2100+ * (6”...
  • Page 29: Chimney Components Lists

    SECURITY CHIMNEYS AND DURAVENT - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS ® ® The components listed below must be ordered from Security Chimneys or DuraVent . Contact your Security Chimneys or ® ® DuraVent Distributor or Dealer for ordering information. Security Chimneys ®...
  • Page 30 SECURITY CHIMNEYS - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS ® The components listed below must be ordered from Security Chimneys . Contact your Security Chimneys Distributor or Dealer for ordering information. ® Tubinox LL Chimney Lining System** ® Security Chimneys ® 450-973-9999 Rigid Stainless Steel Liner For Relining A Masonry Chimney, 6”...
  • Page 31: Safety/Listing Label

    SAFETY / LISTING LABEL - LADERA™ CAT NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
  • Page 32 NOTES ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________...
  • Page 33: Warranty

    IHP in writing. IHP must be notified of the claimed defect in writing within 90 days of the date of failure. Notices should be directed to the IHP Warranty Department at 1769 East Lawrence Street; Russellville, AL 35654 or visit our website at WWW.ASTRIA.US.COM.
  • Page 34: Product Reference Information

    See Page 28 for a complete replacement parts list. Use only parts sup- 1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108 plied from the manufacturer. Nashville, TN 37210 Visit us at Astria.us.com Model Number _____________________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________________ Date Installed ______________________________________________________ Dealer’s Name _____________________________________________________ Dealer’s Phone Number ______________________________________________...

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