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FIREPLACE INSERT MODELS
NOTE.
The following instructions cover the installation of an LE 3000 Provincial or an LE 7000
Provincial into a sound existing masonry fireplace which has an integral masonry chimney. Where
such a chimney is not available, the LE 3000 Provincial can be installed into a timber framed structure
provided that it is mounted in a special 'built-in' (or 'zero clearance') cabinet. A built-in (zero
clearance) installation kit and the special flue components necessary are available from your Masport
Dealer. Full assembly instructions are included in the kit.
All current LE Provincial models (Australian and New Zealand), can be fitted with three-speed air
circulating fans. These are mounted inside the ash shelf which protrudes below the firebox door.
(Fans are not permitted in Provincial fires installed in the Clean Air Zones of Christchurch and
Canterbury).
Fascia extending kits are available for the LE 3000 Provincial models to extend the fascia size from
660 high by 810 wide to 700 high by 900 wide to suit larger than normal fireplace openings. [Part No
986580 (black)].
An optional top fascia panel with a 38mm higher rear up-stand is available for the LE 7000
Provincial.[Part No 986765 (black)].
UNPACKING
After removal of the shipping carton from the firebox, take out all loose parts. Note that the firebox
door is shipped with the fascia. In the case of the LE 7000 Provincial, the ash shelf and fan are also
shipped with the fascia.
Keeping the fire upright, release it from the shipping pallet by unscrewing the shipping bolts.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Please read the INTRODUCTION on page 2, as this applies also to Fireplace Insert models.
FIREPLACE
For a safe installation the following matters must be attended to.
• The masonry fireplace and chimney must be thoroughly cleaned and checked for soundness.
• The chimney must not connect to a second fireplace.
• The joint between the chimney face and the fireplace surround must be checked and sealed to
prevent leakage if necessary.
• The fireplace recess must have a non-metallic heat resistant surround extending at least 585mm each
side of the recess centreline (595mm for the LE 7000), and up to at least 810mm above the base of
the fireplace recess.
• In New Zealand, the fireplace and chimney must comply with all the relevant Building Codes, except
that the specified separation between the outside of the chimney and timber construction need not be
provided. Timber may touch the outside of any part of the chimney.
• A flue pipe must be fitted right up the chimney, and the space between the flue pipe and chimney
must be ventilated at the top. The area of this vent must be not less than 10,000mm
be fitted with means to prevent significant ingress of water and debris. The flue must be free to move
up and down at the top as it expands and contracts with temperature changes. This movement can be
25mm or more.
MANTEL-SHELF SHIELDING
The need to shield a heat sensitive mantel-shelf depends on two measurements; its distance above the
woodfire, and how far it projects forward from the face of the masonry fireplace surround. Heights
shown below are measured from the undersurface of the shelf to the bottom of the fireplace recess.
(The surface on which the firebox outer cabinet stands).
In Australia, all shelves less than 1225mm high require shielding.
In New Zealand, all shelves less than 1225mm high require shielding unless they project less than
75mm (from the face of the surround) and are at least 955mm high.
Where shielding is needed we recommend a sheet metal shield fixed 20mm below the undersurface of
the shelf on non-combustible spacers. The shield must abut the wall beneath the mantelshelf and
protect the entire depth of the under-surface of the shelf. It must extend outwards at least 200mm
from each side of the appliance or to the ends of the shelf if this is a shorter distance. The 20mm air
space under the shelf must be open at the ends and front to allow free circulation.
(See page 3 for free-standing models)
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