Selkirk HE40 Quick Start Manual

HE40 - CENTRAL HEATING KIT
For additional heat distribution, a Central Heating Kit is
available. This will allow the heated air from the fireplace to
be distributed to other areas of the dwelling.
The Central Heating Kit is certified only with Selkirk's Models HE
wood burning fireplaces. NOTE: The fireplace is not EPA
Certified when installed with a Central heating Kit. Deletion or
modification of any of the components in this kit may seriously
impair the safety of your installation; and void the manufacturer's
warranty coverage and/or the condition of certification.
The maximum run for the primary 8" ducting can be up to 50 feet
incorporating up to 4 - 90 degrees elbows as the primary 8"
ducting. Remote rooms can be heated through reduced 5"
diameter duct runs (see Figure 1). Consult with a heating
specialist to ensure a proper duct layout for your home.

The Central Heating Kit contains:

1 - 203mm (8") Plenum assembly (containing 1 Starter Sleeve
(painted) and 1 Damper Sleeve (unpainted) with built-in Gravity
Back-Draft Damper and Safety Limit Switch)
1 - Blower (544 CFM) (supplied with a strong mounting bracket
and prewired remotely mounted wiring junction box.
1 - Universal Speed Control Rheostat
Figure 1 - Ducting Layout Options
Fig. 2 - Remove insulation

INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

1. Prepare the selected hole on the top of the fireplace (either
the left or right hand side opening can be utilized by removing
the insulation as per Figure 2. Remove the round plate located
on the top of the firebox (breaking of the tabs will be required).
2. Slide and push the Starter Sleeve (see Figure 3) all the way
down in the prepared opening until it is resting on top of firebox.
Ensure that the bottom opening faces the back of the fireplace.
3. Bend out the 3 tabs and fasten to the top of the fireplace with
sheet metal screws (not supplied). Pre-drilling may be required.
Safety Limit Switch
facing away from
chimney
Opening facing
down and
towards the
back of the
fireplace
Fig.3 - Starter Plenum
4. Insert the Damper Sleeve over the Starter Sleeve. The
Gravity Back- Draft Damper must be facing upward (when in
the closed position). The Safety Limit Switch can be facing any
direction to allow easy access when wiring is completed.
Secure the Damper Sleeve to the Starter Sleeve with 3 sheet
metal screws (not supplied) through the pre-drilled holes. See
Figures 3, 4 and 5. CAUTION: Do not have this Safety Limit
Switch facing towards the chimney system!
Fig. 4 -Insert Starter Plenum
all the Way into opening
Gravity Back
Draft Damper
facing up
Damper Sleeve (Unpainted)
Starter Sleeve (Painted)
Fig. 5 - Fasten 3 tabs
to top of fireplace
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