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Astra 32
Owner's Manual
Model Number: 32SFC
This product is proudly developed and manufactured in North America by SUPREME FIREPLACES INC.
3594 Jarry East, Montreal, QC H1Z 2G4
T: 877-593-4722, F: 514-593-4424
www.supremem.com
Revised: June 2022
IMPORTANT: Keep the owner's manual for future use.

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  • Page 1 Astra 32 Owner’s Manual Model Number: 32SFC This product is proudly developed and manufactured in North America by SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. 3594 Jarry East, Montreal, QC H1Z 2G4 T: 877-593-4722, F: 514-593-4424 www.supremem.com Revised: June 2022 IMPORTANT: Keep the owner’s manual for future use.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Chimney Sweeping Cap ........................4 Door ..............................4 Certification Label ..........................5 Removable Ash Lip ..........................5 SUPREME Radiation Shield Offset ..................... 5 2.10 Baffle Secondary Burn Technology ..................... 5 2.11 Cast Iron Interior ..........................6 2.12 Blower Kit ............................6 2.13 Optional Hot Air Kit ..........................
  • Page 3 Hearth Extension ..........................22 Chase Installation ..........................23 Clearances to Combustibles ......................24 Blower Kit ............................25 OPTIONS ..............................27 Hot Air Kit ............................27 Fresh Air Kit ............................29 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................... 30 Fuel ..............................30 First Fires ............................30 Operating the Combustion Air Control ....................

  • Page 4: Safety

    SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. congratulates you on purchasing an Astra 32 wood burning fireplace. This manual describes the installation and operation of the Astra 32 non-catalytic wood heater. This heater meets the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood emission limits for wood heaters sold after May 15, 2015.

  • Page 5: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1 Overall Dimensions Figure 2-1: Astra 32 Traditional Dimensions Figure 2-2: Astra 32 Clean Face Dimensions...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    100,000 BTU (29.3 kWh) Efficiency Protocol: CSA B415.1-10 WARRANTY REGISTRATION Please register your SUPREME product online at http://www.supremem.com/warranty.php to ensure full warranty coverage. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. Depending on combustion air control setting (see Section 5.3 for further details).

  • Page 7: Combustion Air Control

    WARNING: Never manipulate the Combustion Air Control with bare hands as it gets hot when the Astra 32 is in operation. Use the Cold Hand Key (see Section 2.4) to adjust the Combustion Air Control.

  • Page 8: Certification Label

    The Ash Lip can be installed with the door open or closed. It is safe to operate the unit without the Ash Lip. NOTE: The door of the Astra 32 must remain closed at all times during operation. 2.9 SUPREME Radiation Shield Offset The SUPREME Radiation Shield Offset is a standard component for the Astra 32 fireplace (Figure 2-8).

  • Page 9: Cast Iron Interior

    An AC tangential blower (electrical rating: 115V, 60Hz, and 56W) with a variable speed control is installed into the Astra 32 wood burning fireplace to maximize efficiency. Refer to Section 3.9 for installation instructions. WARNING: Make certain that the fireplace in not in operation and the blower is unplugged (breaker off) before accessing the electrical wiring of the blower kit.

  • Page 10: Installation Instructions

    Carefully read the instructions below before installing your Astra 32. 3.1 Location Determine the location of the Astra 32 by taking into consideration the following criteria: • The size of the room with respect to the heat output of the fireplace.

  • Page 11: Chimney Installation

    3.2 Chimney Installation The Astra 32 is approved with a 6” chimney that is listed under the UL 103 / ULC S629 standards (refer to Table 3-1). WARNING: Mixing chimney components from different brands is a safety hazard and will void the warranty on the unit.

  • Page 12: Listed Ul 103 / Ulc S629 Approved Chimney Models (Reference Table)

    3.2.2 Listed UL 103 / ULC S629 Approved Chimney Models (Reference Table) Note that only chimney models listed in Table 3-1 can be installed for the Astra 32. Table 3-1: List of Approved Chimney Models Manufacturer Models • HS, AC Triple Wall, 6” inner diameter American Metal •...

  • Page 13: Offset Installation

    3.2.6 Connecting to a Masonry Chimney The Astra 32 fireplace can be connected to a masonry chimney that complies with current national and municipal building codes. A 6 inch chimney liner that complies with ULC S635 M2000 (Canada) or UL 1777 (US) standards must be installed within the existing masonry Figure 3-8: 6CON Liner chimney.
  • Page 14 The installation of the prefabricated chimney and the liner must comply with the manufacturer’s instructions. The following are instructions in installing the venting of the Astra 32 running through a masonry chimney: 1. Install the anchor plate onto the unit.

  • Page 15: Framing

    3.3 Framing The Astra 32 can be placed directly onto or against normal, combustible construction materials such as lumber, plywood, millboard, particleboard, drywall and decorative wood paneling. The fireplace should NOT be placed directly against or be in contact with an insulation material. A portion of the framing on the face of the chase must be constructed with nominal 2"...

  • Page 16: Surround Installation

    3.4 Surround Installation The Astra 32 can be installed with either the traditional surround or the clean face surround. 3.4.1 Traditional Surround The traditional surround comprises louvers below (intake) and above (outtake) the door. All components and fasteners are included in the surround kit. Refer to Figure 3-14 and Table 3-2 for the instructions below.

  • Page 17: Clean Face Surround

    Figure 3-14: Traditional Surround Components Table 3-2: 3238ATFA-11 Components TRADITIONAL ITEM DESCRIPTION Traditional Surround Lower Support Bracket Upper Support Bracket 3.4.2 Clean face Surround The Clean Face surround comprises no louvers; however, an intake into the chase and an outtake through gravity ducts is required for this configuration.
  • Page 18 Figure 3-15: Intake Swivel Cover Kept Open for Clean Face Figure 3-16: Clean Face Surround Installation Installations Figure 3-17: Clean Face Surround Components Table 3-3: 3238ATFA-12 Components CLEAN FACE ITEM DESCRIPTION Clean Face Surround Clean Face Upper Cover Clean Face Lower Cover Duct Adapter...

  • Page 19: Gravity Kit Installation

    (Figure 3-22). Please note that the SUPREME KG540 kit and the UCAC8 semi-rigid insulated ducts are required for the Gravity Kit installation (Figure 3-21).
  • Page 20 Table 3-4: KG540 Components ITEM DESCRIPTION ILLUSTRATION 12”x 11” grille LW1211 for intakes and outtakes Duct/louver LW1000 adapter 45° elbow, 8” 4358C26 diameter 8” worm gear HAMGC-128 clamp Figure 3-21: KG540 Assembly Diagram WARNINGS: • The gravity ducts must extend upwards from the top of the unit and cannot exceed 10 feet.

  • Page 21: Single Linear Front Louver

    The instructions below describe the installation of the intake openings and the single linear front gravity ducts/outtakes. Please note that the SUPREME LV32 kit is required for the Gravity Kit installation with a single linear front louver (Figure 3-23).
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION: Install the linear duct/louver adapter (item SL1110 of Figure 3-23 and Table 3-5) onto the framing of the single linear front louver (Figure 3-24). The brackets of the SL1110 (SL1153 of Figure 3-23) are adjustable to accommodate different wall finishing materials (Figure 3-25). Temporarily install one of the 90°...
  • Page 23 Uninstall the 90° elbow from the linear duct/louver adapter. Add 3 inches to the distance L and cut the two CAC8 ducts (Figure 3-23 and Table 3-5) to that length. Insert a worm gear clamp on each end of the ducts (Figure 3-28). Install the 90°...
  • Page 24 10. Once the chase has been built, locate the linear duct/louver adapter outlet and cut an opening on the chase finishing material of 30.75” (W) X 4.5” (H) centered with the outlet (Figure 3-33). Figure 3-33: Opening for Air Outtake 11.

  • Page 25: Hearth Extension

    3.6 Hearth Extension The hearth extension of the Astra 32 must comprise of a non-combustible material, such as steel, cement or mortar, bricks, or ceramic tiles. Note that unidentified materials may be combustible; verify product specifications prior to installation. The hearth extension must extend a minimum of 18” from the front of the door, 8” from side of the outer frame of the door and extended all the way to the unit (see Figure 3-35 for dimensions and Figure 3-36).

  • Page 26: Chase Installation

    3.7 Chase Installation A portion of the front of the chase must be constructed out non-combustible material. Refer to Figure 3-37, 3-38, and 3-39 for dimensions. Note the chase must be properly fastened onto the framing structure. WARNING: Do not nail or screw the chase onto the fireplace. For the clean face surround option, two intake openings must be constructed onto the chase, as well as two outtake openings or one if installing the linear single louver front (Section 3.5).

  • Page 27: Clearances To Combustibles

    84” (214 mm) Ceiling Base of unit Table 3-7: Combustible Mantel Clearances Distance from the Base of Maximum the Astra 32 to the Bottom of Mantle Depth the Mantle 3” (7.6 mm) 51.5” (130.8 mm) 5” (12.7 mm) 53.5” (135.9 mm) 7”...

  • Page 28: Blower Kit

    3.9 Blower Kit The Astra 32 comes with a high performance 130 CFM blower kit, which has an electrical rating of 115 V, 60 Hz, and 56 W. A variable speed control (rheostat) and a heat sensor (therm-o-disc) are included with the kit.
  • Page 29 Figure 3-43: Electrical Diagram Figure 3-42: Access to Blower Figure 3-45: Blower and its Fixture Figure 3-44: Access to Blower...

  • Page 30: Options

    CAUTION: Only a hot air kit provided by SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. can be installed onto the fireplace. Substituting the hot air kit may result in overheating, will void the warranty and can be hazardous.
  • Page 31 Installation: 1. Remove the 5’’ knockout on the exterior casing of the fireplace using a flat head screwdriver (Figure 4-1). WARNING: Only remove the knockouts that will be connected to a hot air kit system. 2. Using the knockout as a template, cut the exposed insulation. Make sure to remove any pieces of insulation that has fallen into the unit.

  • Page 32: Fresh Air Kit

    • The air register can be installed above or below the level of the fireplace. • Use the SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. Fresh Air Adapter (ADP4) provided with the unit. • Use the SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. Fresh Air Kit (UPEA4). Installation: 1.

  • Page 33: Operation Instructions

    Due to oil residues and the curing of the paint of the fireplace, it is normal to smell an odor for the first fires of the Astra 32. Open a window or a door near the fireplace to ventilate the house during the first fires.

  • Page 34: Operating The Combustion Air Control

    The burn rate and the heat output are related to the amount of air entering into the firebox. The combustion air control of the Astra 32 has two components: the Activator and the Burn Rate Selector (see Section 2.3). When starting the fire or when adding a new charge of wood, the fireplace needs additional air in order to establish a good fire.

  • Page 35: Adding A New Load Of Wood

    Once the embers begin to glow red, add the new load of wood in the firebox. f) Keep the door of the Astra 32 slightly unlatched until you see a flame in the firebox. Never leave the Astra 32 door unlatched without constant supervision.

  • Page 36: Blower Kit Operation

    5.6 Blower Kit Operation The blower kit for the Astra 32 consists of a blower mounted at the back/bottom of the unit and a heat sensory therm-o-disc; the blower will start and stop automatically in the presence and absence of heat respectively. A variable speed control allows the adjustment of the speed of the blower.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Draft is the force created by a difference in pressure, which moves air from the appliance up through the chimney. It is important to operate the Astra 32 with proper draft to ensure optimal performance of the unit. Draft is depended on the length of the chimney, local geography, nearby obstructions and other factors.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    (if needed) by a qualified technician. NOTE: Do not clean the chimney when the unit is in operation/hot. Follow the instructions below for sweeping the chimney of an Astra 32 fireplace: a) Open the door of the unit.

  • Page 39: Cleaning Of Glass

    WARNING: Do not operate the unit with any of the cast iron panels missing. 7.5 Replacing the Door Gasket SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. assembles heat resistant graphite coated gaskets on the doors of all products, allowing for a proper seal of the unit at extreme temperatures (up to 1000 F).

  • Page 40: Replacing The Glass Panel

    CAUTION: Wear protective gloves when handling broken glass. Refer to the following instructions for replacing the glass: a) Order the replacement kit for the Astra 32 glass. b) Remove, clean, and dispose any broken glass from the door and the surroundings.

  • Page 41: Door Latch Maintenance

    7.7 Door Latch Maintenance Lightly lubricate the hook of door latch (SFC0031) with grease on a yearly basis to prevent abrasive wear. Occasionally inspect the bushing of the door latch. If required, adjust the tightness of the latch bolt using a 5/32” hex key.

  • Page 42: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Code Description SFC0032-01 Black Wood Door Handle PYRO_24.875”X17” Pyroceram III / Keralite 5mm Thick Door Glass, 24.875" X 17" GSK_31_7 Graphite Coated Round Glass Gasket, 0.3125" thick, 7' length GSK_75_7 Graphite Coated Square Door Gasket, 0.75" thick, 7' length 130CFM_BLW_BRK 130 CFM AC Tangential Blower, 115VAC, 60Hz, 56W, certified VDE, CSA, UL, CE Therm-o-disc, 120VAC, 15A, certified UL/CSA...

  • Page 43: Certification Label

    CERTIFICATION LABEL...

  • Page 44: Warranty

    WARRANTY SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. warrants that the factory-built fireplaces, fireplace inserts, and stoves will be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase. This warranty is only intended for the original retail purchaser and is non-transferable, given that the product was purchased from SUPREME FIREPLACES INC.
  • Page 45 SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. assume responsibility for them. Freight related damages of products that are shipped directly from the SUPREME INC. warehouse are covered under warranty if they were indicated on the Bill of Lading from the carrier and SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. is notified within 48 hours.

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