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Firenzo Woodfires Kompact AG Series Installation And Operation Manual

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Please read this booklet and keep for future reference for the safe
Kompact AG & RURAL
AG = Air Guard (clean air – Environment Canterbury & Ministry for the Environment approved)
This Fire must be installed by someone competent to do so, Firenzo recommend the use of a NZ
Home Heating Association, solid fuel appliance installation technician (SFAIT), or other suitably
qualified person. The Fire and Flue System must be installed in accordance with AS/NZS2918. All
Installations must be in accordance with these instructions. Consult with the building authority
having jurisdiction to determine the need for a permit prior to commencing the installation. Failure to
follow these instructions may also void your fire insurance and warranty.
The AG Fire has been tested to Appendix E & B of the joint Australia/New Zealand standard
2918:2001.
The AG Fire conforms with ECAN Requirements.
Kompact AG Installation—November 2018
installation and operation of your:
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE
AG - AUTHORISATION NUMBER 122076

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  • Page 1 Please read this booklet and keep for future reference for the safe installation and operation of your: Kompact AG & RURAL INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE AG = Air Guard (clean air – Environment Canterbury & Ministry for the Environment approved) AG - AUTHORISATION NUMBER 122076 This Fire must be installed by someone competent to do so, Firenzo recommend the use of a NZ Home Heating Association, solid fuel appliance installation technician (SFAIT), or other suitably...
  • Page 2 INDEX PAGE: ITEM: TOPIC: Warnings Installation Responsibilities MASONRY FIREPLACE - Floor Protector Requirements Solid Concrete Floor Heat Sensitive Floor Mantel Clearances Assembly Instructions 9 & 10 Typical Insulation Requirements Insert Flue System - Masonry Fireplace Insert Flue System - Zero Clearance Box Minimum Height of Flue System 14—22 ZERO CLEARANCE BOX—( Built-In Fire Canopy)
  • Page 3 1. WARNINGS This Fire should be maintained and operated at all times in accordance with these instructions. The Kompact AG & RURAL are tested to N.Z. Standards AS/NZS 2918:2001. If this Fire is incorrectly installed a house fire may result. For your safety follow the installation instructions carefully.

  • Page 4: Installation Responsibilities

    2. INSTALLATION RESPONSIBILITIES WARNING: The Fire and Flue system must be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 2918:2001 and the appropriate requirements of the relevant NZ Building Code or Codes. If the flue system has been AS/NZS 2918:2001 Appendix F tested by the flue system manufacturer then their specifications for the installation of the flue system must be adhered to.
  • Page 5 3A. FLOOR PROTECTOR REQUIREMENTS SOLID CONCRETE FLOOR If the Fire is to be installed onto a SOLID concrete floor protector (hearth) that has no heat sensitive materials in its construction it must meet the following MINIMIUM dimension as marked A & B from above. A 300mm from breast of fire to outer edge of concrete floor protector (hearth) B 30mm from heat sensitive floor to upper edge of concrete floor protector (hearth) The minimum width of floor protector must be 820mm and/or 410mm from the centre of...
  • Page 6 3B. FLOOR PROTECTOR REQUIREMENTS HEAT SENSITIVE FLOORS An Insulated Floor Protector (Hearth) must consist of a minimum 20mm Insulation board (Promatech H, Eterpan LD, Pacbld-Pro or product similar thermal resistance) and tiles/slate or similar with sealed joints on top surface to protect from spilt ash/embers.

  • Page 7: Mantel Clearances

    4. MANTEL CLEARANCES If the mantel shelf on your masonry fireplace is of a combustible material the minimum distance from the floor protector is as follows. This may be reduced if a Firenzo Kompact deflector is fitted. A Unprotected B With Firenzo Deflector Kompact Diva 975mm Kompact Forte...
  • Page 8 5. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Carefully remove all packaging. The firebox front when installed must be flush with the finished fireplace surround and on a level base of the same height as the finished floor protector. This may be achieved by using a concrete mix to level the base. Slide the firebox into the opening so that the outer casing return folds are flush with the finished fireplace surround.
  • Page 9 6. TYPICAL INSULATION REQUIREMENTS Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 10 As this fire sources its combustion air from the chimney cavity, the fire must be sealed using the yellow ISB insulation provided around the front of the casing and masonry enclosure at the FRONT ONLY to a maximum depth of 80mm. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE AIR SUPPLY INTO THE AIRPORTS ON THE SIDE OF THE FIRE BE RESTRICTED Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 11 7. INSERT FLUE SYSTEM For Installation in a Masonry Fireplace WARNING: The Fire and Flue system must be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 2918:2001 and the appropriate requirements of the relevant building code or codes. If the flue system has been AS/NZS 2918:2001 Appendix F tested by the flue manufacturer then their specifications supersede the standard requirements and must be...
  • Page 12 8. INSERT FLUE SYSTEM FOR INSTALLATION IN A ZERO CLEARANCE BOX FIREPLACE Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 13 MINIMUM HEIGHT OF FLUE SYSTEM OUTLET NOTES: The flue shall extend not less than 4.6m above the top of the floor protector. The flue cowl must be at least 600mm above the highest point of the roof if within 3 metres of it, or 1 metre above the roof penetration if more than 3 metres from the ridge.
  • Page 14 9. KOMPACT IN A ZERO CLEARANCE BOX BUILT-IN FIRE CANOPY A ZERO CLEARANCE BOX - (Built-in Fire Canopy) IS REQUIRED IF THE FIRE IS NOT BEING INSTALLED INTO A MASONRY FIREPLACE For Zero Clearance Box installations see the following pages 15 to 22 Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
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  • Page 23 10. FLOOR PROTECTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR A ZERO CLEARANCE BOX WITH HEAT SENSITIVE FLOOR BUILT-IN CANOPY FIRE) Fire. Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 24 11. MANTEL CLEARANCE FOR A ZERO CLEARANCE BOX If the mantel shelf on your fireplace is of a heat sensitive/combustible material the minimum distance from the floor protector is a follows. This may be reduced if a FIRENZO KOMPACT Deflector is fitted. Heat sensitive mantle no greater than 200mm deep A Unprotected (not tested with deflector) Kompact Athena...
  • Page 25 12. INSTALLATION OF KAOWOOL AND ISB INSULATION IN A ZERO CLEARANCE BOX Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 26 13. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ZERO CLEARANCE BOX Carefully remove all packaging. If installation is into a ZERO CLEARANCE BOX - (Built -in Fire Canopy): Construct the Zero Clearance box and install into framework following the guides on pages 14 - 22 as applicable. Before insertion into the Zero Clearance Box - (Built-in Fire Canopy) place 25mm white Kaowool blanket (supplied) on top of casing.
  • Page 27 ATHENA 14. KOMPACT WITH FASCIA Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 28 Assembly and Installation Instructions: KOMPACT with ATHENA FASCIA Athena fascia without top grill Bottom Grill Remove Door. Fit the bottom grill on to the 2 Position Athena fascia against the locating screws. canopy and fix the 50mm screws (3) Secure the top of the fascia with the three 15mm self tapping screws (4) (provided in the fascia pack).
  • Page 29 DECO KOMPACT WITH FASCIA Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 30 Assembly and Installation Instructions: KOMPACT with DECO Fascia 3 plate Deco fascia Air control rod and knob Deco door 1. Remove door. fascia 4. Place the keyhole brackets on the 3 plate Deco 2. Place the single back plate of the fascia over the protruding screws on the back plate against the firebox.
  • Page 31 Assembly and Installation Instructions: KOMPACT with DIVA Fascia Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 32 Assembly and Installation Instructions: KOMPACT with DIVA Fascia Backplate Grill 3. Place the Diva fascia against the 1. Remove door. backplate guiding the extension to the air control rod into the ‘boss’ (4) Place the backplate with bottom grill (the control rod hole in the fascia). attached against the canopy (lips facing Next lift, then lower in place over the pre-fitted screws inwards) and replace the 50mm screws...
  • Page 33 KOMPACT WITH FORTE FASCIA Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 34 Assembly and Installation Instructions: KOMPACT with FORTE Fascia Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 35 KOMPACT WITH 780MM PLAZA FASCIA 780mm Fascia Masonry ONLY Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 36 KOMPACT WITH 1000MM PLAZA FASCIA 1000mm Fascia Masonry and Zero Clearance Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 37 Assembly and Installation Instructions: KOMPACT with PLAZA Fascia Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
  • Page 38 15. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ FULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER. KEEP THIS BOOK IN A SAFE PLACE. Please refer to “Lighting your Firenzo Woodfire Insert Fire” leaflet FIRST BURN On the INITIAL LIGHTING only, the high temperature paint finishes used on your Fire will give off smoke and odour for several hours.
  • Page 39 RE-LOADING AFTER AN EXTENDED BURN TIME At the end of an extended burn, re-establish the fire by adding a few small split logs, adjust the Air Control to HIGH and allow the firebox temperature to build up before adding the balance of the fuel, loading logs in a side to side configuration.

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    16. MAINTENANCE FLUE Creosote is caused by burning wet fuel, leaving particles and condensation to build up on the inside of any closed solid fuel Fire. Creosote and soot left to build up can cause decreased heat performance and flue fires. Your heating retailer or local reputable chimney sweep will be able to assist with flue cleaning.

  • Page 41: Door Glass

    17. DOOR GLASS The inserts are equipped with a self-cleaning glass air wash system. A discolouration can form after a long ‘low’ burn, but 30 minutes of ‘high’’ burn should clear it from the glass. Clean glass with wet newspaper dipped in ash from the firebox, then wipe glass. Do NOT clean glass while hot.
  • Page 42 19. WARRANTIES Terms applicable to Firenzo Wood fires’ warranties (current as at 29 May 2015) Hewitsons Limited (company number 569753) with a specified address of 98 Niven Street, Onekawa, Napier (Firenzo) and trading as Firenzo Wood fires gives: a ten (10) year warranty but ONLY for the steel firebox, fascias and cast iron components of all Firenzo—wood fires.
  • Page 43 For information (including claim procedures) concerning potential claims, potential warranty claimants should contact: - in the first instance, the retailer/dealer from whom the Firenzo wood fire was originally purchased or - (if the retailer/dealer is not contactable or does not address the claim to the claimant’s satisfaction) Firenzo at the specified address, including as appropriate to arrange an inspection of the Firenzo wood fire.
  • Page 44 Firenzo reserves the rights to alter or supplement the warranties, but no alteration will reduce a consumer’s rights under the warranties that applied at the date of original acquisition of the applicable Firenzo wood fire. In the event of any inconsistency between the warranties and any other written Firenzo material, including a manual, the warranties shall prevail to the extent of the inconsistency.
  • Page 45 Kompact AG Installation—November 2018...
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