Astria Fireplaces MONTECITO ESTATE CAT Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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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 # 16-150
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
MONTECITO ESTATE™ CAT
EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 901004-00 Rev. NC 07/2019
MODEL
MontecitoEstateCAT
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 doors.
Consult your dealer to select the correct replace-
ment 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
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.
This product can expose you to chemicals includ-
ing Carbon Black, which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and Carbon Monoxide,
which is known to the State of California to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
P901004-00
WARNING
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MONTECITO ESTATE™ CAT EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace P/N 901004-00 Rev. NC 07/2019 MODEL MontecitoEstateCAT 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    60.532(b). Maintaining Your Fireplace ....Page 9 • literature package) The Montecito Estate CAT fireplace is not Catalytic Combustor ......Page 9 intended for use with a gas log set. Do not • Outside air kit (Included w/Fireplace) Refractory Replacement ..... Page 11 use a fireplace insert or any other product Disposing of Ashes ......
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT! GENERAL SAFETY WARNING WARNING PRECAUTIONS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY Use care when selecting window To avoid the risk of damaging RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE. treatments for windows located fireplace materials and increas- ing the risk of fire, do not use the near the fireplace.
  • Page 4: Operating The Fireplace

    Catalytic Combustor When the catalyst light-off conditions are OPERATING THE FIREPLACE achieved, the combustor will keep on going This fireplace is equipped with a catalytic com- until it runs out of smoke. Note that the catalyst Fuel - USE SOLID NATURAL WOOD FUEL bustor.
  • Page 5 In spite of the large since this will produce excessive creosote in on many factors, including chimney length and amount of heat that the Montecito Estate CAT the unit. Creosote may accumulate on the glass the moisture content of the wood.
  • Page 6: Starting And Maintaining A Fire

    C. Fans operating (e.g.: range hood) - These STARTING AND MAINTAINING A FIRE Step 3. Open the doors about 1” and wait 5 fans draw air out of the house and may seconds until the air flow has stabilized. Then actually cause a negative pressure in the open the doors completely, put the logs in and Step 1.
  • Page 7: Catalytic Combustor Troubleshooting

    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 combustor 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 8: Smoke Detector

    CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Healthy Combustor - Unused Combustor Problem - Broken Combustor Combustor Problem - Ash, a fluffy light grey powder, and soot, accu- Combustor Problem - Cracked Combustor mulate on the combustor surfaces in normal use. In extreme situations combustor can become clogged and should be cleaned.
  • Page 9: Fuel

    FUEL • solvents; The amount of creosote will depend on variables • grease; or such as frequency of use and type of fire. We recommend that you: WHAT DOES “WELL-SEASONED” MEAN? • coal A. Initially inspect the chimney system weekly. When a tree is cut down, the wood is green, Burning these materials may result in release From this, you will learn how often it will be...
  • Page 10 dropping the right, and the sliding the tube to the right. 4. Re-installation is in reverse order. Catalyst Monitoring It is important to periodically monitor the opera- tion of the catalytic combustor to ensure that it is functioning properly and to determine when it needs to be replaced.
  • Page 11: Refractory Replacement

    REFRACTORY REPLACEMENT The intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory brick. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in section First Fires. They will not normally diminish the effectiveness of the refractory brick.
  • Page 12: Door Installation

    DOOR INSTALLATION Checking Door Seal A one-inch strip of paper may be used to perform a test of the integrity of the door seal. Close the door on the paper in at least eight points. It The doors must be put in place only when the installation of the fireplace is normal to feel only a slight amount of friction.
  • Page 13: Fireplace Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION This fireplace must be installed on a 1/2” minimum non-combustible surface and at a minimum of 80” measured from the base of the appli- ance to the ceiling is required. Locating The Fireplace The best location to install your fireplace is determined by considering When selecting the location, the chimney outlet position and the direction the location of windows, doors, and the traffic flow in the room where of the wind are important factor affecting the chimney performance.
  • Page 14: Facade Installation

    Facade Installation NOTE: This Fireplace must be in- Install the Facade per instructions provided in Hearth Extension stalled on a non-combustible surface. Facade Kit (ordered separately - see Page 26). Non-Combustible Finish Material Framing, Facing And Mantel (e.g. Tile or Marble) The crack between the fireplace The construction of the framing, facing, and and the hearth extension must be...
  • Page 15 CORNER Combustible materials can NOT be used in the space INSTALLATION directly above the fireplace. Do not fill the space above the fireplace with any material (Except the wood framing) 29-1/2” Header 2 x 3 23-3/4” Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure OUTSIDE CHASE Including Finising Materials if any Fireplace Framing...
  • Page 16: Nailing Flanges

    Drywall or Any Rigid Material Draft Stops Nailing Flanges 2” x 4” 1/2” Plywood Insulated Chase Construction Storm Four nailing flanges are provided to secure the Roof Support Collar fireplace to the floor (see Figure 27). Bend Firestop Flashing the nailing flanges down so that each flange is * Floor Attic Ceiling...
  • Page 17 Mantel and Facing Only non-combustible material (Side View) should be superposed or project- ing over the front of the fireplace. Mantel Drywall 2 x 3 Min. Standoff ......62” ...
  • Page 18: Fireplace Blower

    Fireplace Blower wrap the tape around the joint between the flexible pipe and the air inlets. Carefully push the insulation and plastic cover back over the pipe. Using aluminium tape, fasten the plastic cover in place. The fireplace comes equipped with a heat activated blower. It is located in the bottom of the fireplace, towards the back.
  • Page 19: Chimney System

    6. The chimney must extend at least three (3) feet (915 mm) above THE CHIMNEY SYSTEM its point of contact with the roof and at least two (2) feet (610 mm) higher than any wall, roof or building within ten (10) feet (3 m) of it Chimney Installation Notes (Figure 31).
  • Page 20 UNITED STATES ONLY 5. The first chimney section through the joist area into attic is to be approximately two (2) feet. If the pipe sections in the attic are not enclosed, an insulation shield (SPIS) must be installed. CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Lower the insulation shield (SPIS) over the SP pipe until the SPIS flange is resting on the joist.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION THROUGH A SIDE WALL 1. It is recomended that exterior mounted WALL FIRESTOP AIR CLEARANCE 2” TO (CAT. NO. SPWF) chimneys be enclosed below the roof line COMBUSTIBLES in geographical areas experiencing sus- CHIMNEY PIPE tained low ambient temperatures to help (CAT.
  • Page 22 ELBOW INSTALLATION FLASHING INSTALLATION 1. IHP provides a 15 (SPSE15) and 30 (SPSE30) Elbow to allow 1. Continue the SP chimney to the roof. Cut the roof opening, cen- ° ° chimneys to avoid framing members or roof peaks. A maximum tered over the chimney.
  • Page 23 TERMINATION Additional support is required above the roof if the chimney height exceeds four (4) feet. Many building codes specify a minimum chimney heights above the Select the proper support for your application-using either a roof roof top. These specifications are summarized in what is known as the brace (Figure 42), or a support band with guy wires (Figure 43) “Ten Foot Rule”.
  • Page 24 CANADA ONLY CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS CHIMNEY INSTALLATION For the purpose of this manual, a chimney chase is considered a part of the chimney system rather than part of a building. The termination must INSTRUCTIONS USING SECURITY be placed a minimum of 18” (460 mm) above the chase. CHIMNEYS ASHT For installations where more than one chimney is located in the same chase or within the same area, we suggest that their terminations be...
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION Follow these steps: 1- Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the 30° insulated WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chim- elbow on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval ney must be inspected by a qualified chimney sweep.
  • Page 26: Installation Accessories

    F2859 Montecito Estate™ CAT Facade Black, MONEST-FAC-BLK (BISZY), flex adaptor (BISAF), 2 clamps, variable speed F3611 Montecito Estate CAT Facade Hammered Steel, MONEST-FAC-HMRD control (VRUW), thermo-disk (VTU), fan to flexible pipe BISFWK-1 adapter (BISAVF), back draft damper (BISBD), aluminium Doors - (Required - Order Separately) *...
  • Page 27: Replacement Parts

    SPECIFICATIONS REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Cat. No. Model Montecito Estate™ CAT - Replacement Parts F2845 MontecitoEstateCAT Description Cat./Part No. Fireplace Blower UZY5 Blower Motor Speed Control VRUW Model Emission Rate Heat Output Efficiency Snap Disc, Blower MontecitoEstateCAT 1.3 g/hr 11,500-40,000 btu/hr Refractory Baffle Kit F3017 Top Hearth Insulation...
  • Page 28 SECURITY CHIMNEYS AND DURA VENT - PARTS AND COMPONENTS ® ® The components listed below must be ordered from Security Chimneys or DuraVent . Contact the chimney manufacturer Dis- ® ® tributor or Dealer for ordering information. Security Chimneys M&G DuraVent ®...
  • Page 29: Safety / Listing Label

    SAFETY / LISTING LABEL - MONTECITO ESTATE™ CAT NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
  • Page 30 Limited Three Year Warranty - Innovative Hearth Products Combustor THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products Limited Three Year Warranty ("IHP") warrants your Catalyst (“Product”) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. After installation, if the Product is found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the Limited Three Year Warranty period and while the Product remains at the site of the original installation, IHP will, at its option, repair or replace the covered component.
  • Page 31 Innovative Hearth Products Astria Brand EPA Wood Burning Fireplace ® Limited Lifetime Warranty THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") Limited Lifetime Warranty warrants your Astria Brand EPA Wood Burning Fireplace ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and ® workmanship at the time of manufacture.
  • Page 32: Warranty

    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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