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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 SA36 fireplace are
shown in Figure 1.
SA36
Front View
Figure 1. SA36 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- Table 1. ada. B. Top Mount Damper (Optional for Outdoor in- Assembly and Cutaway views of a SA36 fireplace are stallations, sold separately) (Shown in Figure 28). shown in Figure 1. C. Chimney Cap (sold separately) (Shown in Figure 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, with laid on edge. The brick lay up on approximately 1/3 1/4-inch of Stone Age Multi-Purpose Ready-Mix or of the upper sidewall, and a notch should be cut in other high temperature mortar. See Figure 17.
- 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 Q. Ensure the Table 2 and Figure 3 clearances and B. If chimney exit opening does not already exist distances are maintained. Ensure that the hearth and locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof flooring under and in front of the hearth are made of by plumbing down to the center of the fireplace fully non-combustible materials, not just a non- chimney.
- Page 10 4.2 Installing a Damper A. If installing a damper with this model Stone Age fireplace, use a top-mount damper, and follow the instructions included with the damper. Properly ori- ent the taller side of the damper with the prevailing Figure 26.
- Page 11 A. When burning wood use solid, seasoned wood only. Do not use scrap wood or artificial wax based logs, treated coal or woods dipped in pine tar or Bracket & pitch. Anchors B. Never use gasoline or other combustible liquids when starting a fire.
- Page 12 around the wood, and keep the wood out of the ash. 5.3 Softwood vs. Hardwood This grate is shown in Figure 31. Wood is divided into two classes, hard and soft woods. Each has a use in a fireplace and each has advantages and disadvantages.
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Page 13: Cleaning, Inspection And Maintenance
H. Crumble several newspapers across the fire area mine when a creosote buildup has occurred. If a sig- below the grate. Criss-cross kindling wood on top of nificant layer of creosote has accumulated (3 mm or the grate, above the newspaper. more), it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire. -
Page 14: Finishing Specifications
H. Check the metal flashing and seals around the 7.0 Finishing Specifications chimney. Seal any cracks or loose nail heads to pre- Approximate finishing specifications, firebrick count, vent roof leaks. and mortar coverage are estimated in Table 4 below. Cover the firebox opening with a damp sheet and Coverage amounts may vary due to weather condi- seal with masking tape to retain soot in the firebox tions, type of finish material, size of mortar joints, and... -
Page 15: Fireplace Components
Fireplace Components SA36/SA36-STR 40” 7” 46” 18” Riser Leg Rear Header 11” 39” 46” 18” Cross Leg 7A Arched Lintel 11” 46” 46” 11” Straight Lintel 33” Base Plate 23” 33” Throat 11” Lower/Middle 46” Side Wall 23” 40” 23”... -
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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