Focus DOMOFOCUS Design Installation & Operating Manual

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CREATE BEYOND CONVENTION

DOMOFOCUS

____

Design Installation

& Operating Manual

Tested by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. and approved to

UL 737-2011 and ULC S627-23

US EPA exempt

Report Number : 0304WF021S

This document was packed with the appliance.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

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Page 1 CREATE BEYOND CONVENTION DOMOFOCUS ____ Design Installation & Operating Manual Tested by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. and approved to UL 737-2011 and ULC S627-23 US EPA exempt Report Number : 0304WF021S This document was packed with the appliance. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION Please thoroughly read this entire manual before installing and using your Focus fireplace. Failure to follow instructions may SPECIFICATIONS lead to property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Improper installation of this room heater may result in a house fire. To...
Page 3: Specifications
• Using make-shift compromises during installation can cause damage. Such installation is not covered under focus limited warranty. • When this room heater is not properly installed, a house fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the installation instructions.
Page 4: Roof Outlet Requirement
(5 km) from the ocean or if a 30° elbow is necessary). - The Domofocus must be connected to a chimney complying with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the standard for Chimneys, Factory-built, Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance, UL 103 / ULC S629. For example, a class A insulated stainless steel flue...
Page 5: Structural Requirement
FOR THIS FOCUS FIREPLACE. FRESH AIR INTAKE For optimal performance, Focus recommends a fresh air intake in the room, ideally positioned below the fire. We suggest using Deflect-O A0684 semi-rigid aluminum duct. The minimum size for the fresh air intake is:...
Page 6: Clearances To Combustibles
Specifications CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES A. FLOOR PROTECTION Rotating version require 16 inches (400 mm) (US) or 18 inches (450 mm) (Canada) of floor protection on all sides (360°). Fixed version require 16 inches (400 mm) (US) or 18 inches (450 mm) (Canada) on the front and to extend 8 inches on the left and right sides as well as for the back side.
Page 7: Wall Clearance With 360° Rotation Fireplace
Specifications C. WALL CLEARANCE WITH 360° ROTATION FIREPLACE 38’’ 19’’ 960 mm 75 cm D. WALL CLEARANCE WITH OPTIONAL ROTATION RESTRICTER IMPORTANT Manufacturer specifications: - When placed close to a non- combustible wall leave a minimum of 4” (101 mm) for proper ventilation - To avoid premature aging of your painted walls, only use mineral or acrylic paints.
Page 8: Installation
INCLUDED PARTS, MATERIALS AND REQUIRED TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION • The appliance and its designated components include the firebox, Suspension plate, steel flue pipe, focus kit (comprising a heat- protective glove, mounting gloves, and a can of touch-up paint, ash removal hatch), and insulating washers.
Page 9: Junction Sleeve Detail
D. JUNCTION SLEEVE DETAIL NOTE : The junction sleeves are provided only when the floor to ceiling height in the room requires several focus pipe in several parts. (you may not find a junction sleeve on 9 feet (2700 mm) or less...
Page 10: Operating Instructions
Operating instructions CAUTION HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. STORAGE / USE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or « freshen up » a fire in this heater.
Page 11: Fire Screen
• To clean off (with a damp sponge and/or a dry cloth) any dirt collected during transport or installation. • Actual scratches on painted designs can be retouched solely with the expressly provided focus paint. If this is necessary, ventilate the area thouroughly before lighting your fire to disperse any fumes generated in the spraying process.
Page 12: Building, Starting And Maintaining The Fire
The domofocus damper has four positions. The damper is in the same direction as the handle: when the handle is vertical, the damper is fully open. Handle can rotate at 30°, 60° and 90° (horizontal : closed). In closed position the damper obturates by 75% the flue section.
Page 13: Maintenance
CAUTION CHEMICAL SWEEP NOT PERMITTED: ONLY MECHANICAL SWEEP ALLOWED. A. REFERING TO FOCUS STEEL FLUE PIPES It must absolutly be swept with a nylon brush. Never use metal brushes! Damage caused from non-observance of this caution is not covered under the focus limited warranty.
Page 14: Surfaces
Warranty All of our focus models are guaranteed against any defect in design, construction, or manufacture, and guaranteed to function properly for 5 years from date of order. Our product guarantees are applicable only when our fireplaces have been installed with respect to all local building codes and with strict attention to the technical details outlined in our Plan Study as well as our installation, maintenance, and userʼs manuals.
Page 15: Annex
Annex ADJUSTABLE SUSPENSION PLATE Ø 12 3 /4" OD (Ø 324 mm OD) 0 ≤ ß ≤ 12/12 (0 ≤ ß ≤ 45°) Ø 8 7 /8" OD (Ø 225 mm OD) Ø 13 1/4’’ (Ø 330/338 mm)
Page 16 Annex The Focus Adjustable Suspension Plate ETL is specifically crafted for use on rafters or structures with a pitch ranging from zero to forty-five degrees. The dimensions are as follows: • Inside Diameter: 8 inches (200 mm). • Outside Diameter: 10 inches (254 mm).
Page 17 Annex Assemble Support Collar: • Position the support collar between the mounting bars. • Securely fasten the bolts using the provided nuts and lock washers. Mount the Assembly: • Attach this assembled unit to the ceiling or roof at the designated location.
Page 18: Rotation Restrictor
Annex ROTATION RESTRICTER The rotation limiter presented below is applicable to all mentioned models (Domofocus, Gyrofocus, Ergofocus, Bathyscafocus). flue-pipe Flue pipe conduit fireplace Fireplace foyer A (x2) B (x1)
Page 19 Annex...
Page 20 Annex ß ß = 90° ß = 180° ß = 270°...
Page 21: How To Determine If Alternate Floor Protection Materials Are Acceptable
Annex HOW TO DETERMINE IF ALTERNATE FLOOR PROTECTION MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTABLE All floor protection must be non-combustible (i.e., metals, brick, stone, mineral fiber boards, etc.). Any organic materials (i.e., plastics, wood paper products, etc.) are combustible and must not be used. The floor protection specified includes some form of thermal designation such as R-value (thermal resistance) or k-factor (thermal conductivity).
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