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OPEN FIREPLACES INSTALLATION AND OWNERS MANUAL 440 - 1050 UNITS IMPORTANT: Read all instructions carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a fire hazard and will void the warranty. WARNING INSTALLATIONS TO COMPLY WITH Fire Risk.
Introduction and contents Thank you for purchasing a Jetmaster fireplace. Please read this manual carefully to ensure the correct installation. There are different methods of installing a Jetmaster fireplace depending on the unit size. Before conducting any works, please go to the relevant section of this installation manual.
Range hoods May allow flue gases to enter the house. • Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water appliances and other combustion appliances NOTICE: JETMASTER ASSUMES NO • Clothes dryers RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE IMPROPER • Location of return-air vents to furnace or air...
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WARNING WARNING Fire Risk. Fire Risk. Inspect appliance and components for damage. JETMASTER VIC disclaims any responsibility Damaged parts may impair safe operation. for, and the warranty will be voided by, the • Do NOT install damaged components. following actions: •...
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Unit 50MM A Jetmaster firebox may be installed without a gather in an existing brick chimney only where it is in good working order, structurally sound and passes a static smoke test. Gather must be securely bolted to the unit (if used) Optional 3 and 4 sided 100mm surrounds are available.
2. Components and specifications Optional 100mm surround The surround should be installed before sliding the Tabs secure to outer flange unit into it’s final position. Lift the surround above the fireplace outer flange and locate the external tabs over the flange and lower into place.
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3. Timber framing specification UNIT A - HEIGHT B - WIDTH C - DEPTH 1235 1275 1275 600 LOW 1225 700S 1275 1020 700SH LOW 1225 1020 700 D 1325 1020 1375 1170 850 LOW 1325 1170 1050 1425 1370 1050 LOW 1375 1370...
200mm in width and be centrally located. (refer section 2 components) • 440 - 700 Must project forward of aperture by a minimum of 300mm. * In the case of a hearth level (in-line) with a combustible floor material, projection to be extended by 100mm to a minimum total of 400mm.
Optional 3 or 4 sided 100mm surrounds are available. If elevating unit above finished hearth level, lower wall finishing must also be non-combustible. Clearance to an adjacent wall for units 440 - 1050 and should be installed to 1200mm as per clause 3.2.2(b) 2918:2018 Fig 3.3...
5. Flue & chimney requirements Location of the appliance and chimney will affect ceiling attic joists and rafters. performance. As shown in Figure xx the chimney should: • Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions. •...
Outer Gal casing professional prior to installation. The chimney must not have cracks, Support angles loose mortar or other signs of deterioration and blockage. Jetmaster recommends a certified professional or a technician, under the direction of a certified professional. Combustible ceiling...
Minimum smoke test. flues areas are: 4. Tape the insulation to back and sides of the Jetmaster Model 500, 600, 700sh- 400 cm2 and slide into position, taking care not to snag the fibreglass Model 700D, 850-450 cm2 insulation against the sides.
6. Existing brick chimney installation Smoke shelf Rollback Existing fireplace recess and chimney If recess is too small remove rollback and smokeshelf NB: No gather required *If masonry overhangs the smokeholes ensure at least 200mm clearance above the unit Ensure seal between brick edge and firebox front - optional surround likely required to assist forming this seal as per below Fibreglass insulation to be packed all...
How to use the wood fireplace Your Jetmaster fireplace is designed not to spill smoke and by following a few instructions you will achieve optimum heat output, convenience and fuel economy. Please note that during the first fire the paint goes through a bonding process called curing which may emit odours.
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The amount of you pay for your wood does not justify how dry the wood is. The only way to know how dry your wood is, is to The visible parts of your Jetmaster can be cleaned with a damp use a moisture meter measuring from the inner core of the cloth or soft brush.