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Ce manuel est disponible en français à www.stoneagemanufacturing.com.
This manual is available in French at www.stoneagemanufacturing.com.
1.0 Introduction
The following provides instructions for the installation
and operation of the Stone Age Fireplace, manufac-
tured by Stone Age Manufacturing, Collinsville, Okla-
homa.
Three generations of fireplace knowledge and experi-
ence have gone into the design and construction of the
Standard series fireplaces. Standard Fireplaces are
certified to UL127 for the US, and ULCS610 for Can-
ada.
Assembly and Cutaway views of a SA24 fireplace are
shown in Figure 1.
SA24
Front View
Figure 1. SA24 Fireplace Assembly
& Cutaway View
Because of structural modifications required in an ex-
isting home, it is recommended that this fireplace be
installed by a professional installer, or by a builder in
new construction. Installation by a non-qualified per-
son may negate the warranty.
Keep these instructions for future reference.
Installation and Operation
Instructions
Stone Age Outdoor Fireplace
Side
Cutaway
View
1
2.0 Description
The fireplace is delivered as a kit with all components
necessary to complete the installation. Component
arrangements are shown in Figure 2. Components are
listed in Table 1. Specifications and installation di-
mensions are shown in Table 2.
A completed installation should include the following:
A. Fireplace items shown in Figure 2 and listed in
Table 1.
B. Top Mount Damper (Optional for Outdoor in-
stallations, sold separately) (Shown in Figure 28).
C. Chimney Cap (sold separately) (Shown in Figure
26).
D. Fireplace Grate (sold separately) (Shown in Fig-
ure 31).
E. Split firebrick (may be included or sold separate-
ly - confirm with your dealer)
F. Stone Age Multi-Purpose Ready-Mix Cement
(sold separately).
The Stone Age Fireplace has been tested and listed in
accordance with UL 127 and ULC S610 standards for
indoor or outdoor use, and is listed by OMNI-Test La-
boratories, Inc. for installation and operation in the
United States and Canada as described in this manual.
This fireplace is designed to supplement your current
heating system. It is not designed to be used as a pri-
mary heat source.
Ensure that appropriate building permits required by
local codes are obtained before installation in an exist-
ing home.
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- Page 1 UL127 for the US, and ULCS610 for Can- B. Top Mount Damper (Optional for Outdoor in- ada. stallations, sold separately) (Shown in Figure 28). Assembly and Cutaway views of a SA24 fireplace are C. Chimney Cap (sold separately) (Shown in Figure shown in Figure 1. 26).
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Page 2: Specifications
2.1 Specifications Table 2: Clearances (See Figure 3) Item Clearance Figure 3 Reference Sidewall to Opening 18” Top Trim to Opening 17” Side Trim to Opening 3” Mantle to Opening 25” Floor to Opening 7” Front Hearth Extension 24” Side Hearth Extension 12”... - Page 3 VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT IN FIRE AND PERSONAL INJURY. It is most important that the Stone Age fireplace be installed according to the following instructions. It is also important that local building codes be consulted and followed. Improper installation could result in: •...
- Page 4 Stone Age products are designed to be assembled us- If local building code exceeds the manufacturer’s ing a 3/8” fully bedded mortar joint for the kit pieces.
- Page 5 Components broken into multiple pieces must be replaced. If this is your first Stone Age installation, it is suggest- ed that you first assemble the components without mortar to familiarize yourself with how the compo- nents fit together.
- Page 6 E. Install the lower sidewalls (3), ensuring they are H. Install upper sidewalls (5L) and (5R), ensuring the level and square. See Figure 11. correct piece is placed in position. The correct posi- tion is when the inner wall, outer wall and front are parallel with the middle wall pieces.
- Page 7 Install firebrick on the floor first, laid on edge. The brick lay up on approximately 1/3 with 1/4-inch of Stone Age Multi-Purpose Ready- of the upper sidewall, and a notch should be cut in Mix or other high temperature mortar. See Figure the front brick on each side, to allow them to clear the front lintel piece (to be installed later).
- Page 8 Section 4.0 for more detailed instructions. Figure 21. Throat Pieces N. Install the first Stone Age masonry chimney sec- tion (9A), with the tile extending upward. Fill the void on the bottom with mortar to create a smooth transition.
- Page 9 block, etc., do not require metal lathe. Ensure the same refractory mortar used to build the kit is used to install these materials. 4.0 Installation of Chimney Through a Roof or Structure A. The chimney is completed by stacking as many flue sections as necessary to reach the desired chim- ney height.
- Page 10 D. Frame the opening in the roof, maintaining the required minimum 2” clearances to combustibles 10’ Radius around the chimney. See Table 2. When the chim- ney passes through a ceiling to an upper floor, make 2’ Higher sure the 2-inch clearance is maintained with framing where it passes through the ceiling.
- Page 11 4.2 Installing a Damper Figure 29. Install Bracket & Anchors A. If installing a damper with this model Stone Age fireplace, use a top-mount damper, and fol- low the instructions included with the damper. D. Insert the pull cable through the bracket and Properly orient the taller side of the damper with adjust the length per damper manufacturer’s instruc- the prevailing winds in your area.
- Page 12 results in sparking. Burning softwood exclusively will CAUTION: WHEN USING THE DECORATIVE GAS require more frequent inspection and cleaning of the APPLIANCE (VENTED GAS LOGS); THE chimney. FIREPLACE DAMPER MUST BE SET IN THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. Experienced fire builders often use small amounts of D.
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Page 13: Cleaning, Inspection And Maintenance
ing. It can be reopened once a draft has been created fuel burning appliances are not starved of through the chimney. combustion, ventilation, and dilution air. K. Set the screen in front of the firebox to prevent the escape of sparks and embers. WARNING: NEVER USE GASOLINE, L. -
Page 14: Finishing Specifications
C. The grate may be removed from the firebox for the chimney contains offset/return elbows, clean cleaning. However, ensure it is returned prior to lay- from the top down to the offset, then from the fire- ing the next fire. box up to the offset. -
Page 15: Fireplace Components
Fireplace Components SA24/SA24-STR 40” 7” 34” 18” Riser Leg Rear Header 11” 27” 34” 18” Cross Leg 7A Arched Lintel 11” 34” 34” 11” Straight Lintel 33” Base Plate 19” 33” Throat 11” Lower/Middle 34” Side Wall 19” 27” 19”... -
Page 17: Limited Warranty
Stone Age Manufacturing, Inc., shall be covered by their manufacturer’s warranties. This Limited Warranty covers only actual manufacturing defects in the Stone Age product and does not cover de- fects or faulty workmanship in the installation of the product or the ma- sonry or other structure in which it is installed.
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