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42 Apex Installation Manual
Wood-Burning
Zero-Clearance
Fireplace
12521 Harbour Reach Drive
Mukilteo, WA 98275
Report # 028WF102S
© 2016, Travis Industries
This manual is available online in French.
U.L. 127-2015 and ULC-S610-M87
Manuel est disponible en ligne en Francais.
(R1998)
$10.00
100-01436
www.travisproducts.com
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- Page 1 42 Apex Installation Manual Wood-Burning Zero-Clearance Fireplace 12521 Harbour Reach Drive Mukilteo, WA 98275 Report # 028WF102S © 2016, Travis Industries This manual is available online in French. U.L. 127-2015 and ULC-S610-M87 Manuel est disponible en ligne en Francais. (R1998) $10.00 100-01436...
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Page 2: Overview
This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual. National Fireplace Institute © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Mantel Requirements ............32 Air Cooled Chimney Requirements ........13 Hearth Requirements ............33 Part Numbers (available through Travis Industries) ..13 Finalizing the Installation ..........34 Anchor Plate Installation ..........13 Index Goes Here ............35 ... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Modifications of the fireplace (doors, air inlet systems, damper control, or any other component supplied by Travis Industries) or use of any component part not approved by Travis Industries in combination with this fireplace system will void the listing and warranty. -
Page 5: Features And Specifications
3" (77mm) Air Intake 1.125" (may be re-routed to 29mm left, back or bottom) Electrical Input & External Control Junction Box 42"* 1067mm* 22.875"* Weight = 670 lbs. (304 Kg) 582mm* * Includes the 0.5" (13mm) stand-offs © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 6: Packing List
Complete the framing above the fireplace (must be non-combustible). Install the hearth. Install the non-combustible facing. Install the non-combustible mantel (if applicable). Finalize the installation © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 7: Installation Recommendations For Cold Environments
Make sure the bypass is shut when the fireplace is not in use. Slide the air control fully closed when fireplace is not in use. Minimize the use of exhaust fans in the home when the fireplace is not in use. © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 8: Fireplace Placement Requirements
Fireplace should be located such that no doors, drapes, furniture or other combustibles can be placed close or swing closer than the minimum 48" clearance. Due to the high heat output of this fireplace, choose a location away from high traffic areas. © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 9: Fireplace Placement
(bend down and secure to floor) Lifting handles are available separately (98500711). They attach to the base nailing brackets. Center the ember strip below the front edge of the fireplace and secure it to the floor. © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 10: Fireplace Framing
Typical framing dimensions for 45° installation are shown below. Additional space may be required for vent and outside air installation. (a) 61.75” (1569mm) (b) 22.5” (572mm) (c) 22.5” (572mm) Fireplace (includes 1/2" standoffs) 1/2" Clearance to Corners © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 11: Raised Fireplaces
(approximately 600 lbs.). See illustration below. The ceiling in front of the fireplace must be a minimum 83” from the base of the fireplace. Non-Combustible Facing Non-Combustible Framing Minimum 83" 42 Apex Fireplace © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 12: Approved Chimney
This fireplace requires one of two types of chimney (no exceptions – do not intermix): Air-Cooled Chimney Insulated Chimney - Use Travis Industries air cooled pipe only. Part - Duravent 7” DuraPlus HTC® Chimney numbers are listed in the section “Air Cooled (available from Travis Industries or Duravent) Chimney”. -
Page 13: Air Cooled Chimney Requirements
Installation Finalizing the (for qualified installers only) Air Cooled Chimney Requirements Part Numbers (available through Travis Industries) Chimney Components Part # 98900016 Anchor Plate with Cooling Duct Inlet, Duct, etc. (REQUIRED) 48” Chimney Section 98900001 36" Chimney Section 98900002 24" Chimney Section 98900003 18"... -
Page 14: Cooling Duct Installation
Cooling vent terminations must terminate a minimum of 10' (3M) away from the chimney termination (if not obstructed - see information above). Cooling Cooling Fireplace Xtrordinair Ventilated Crawl Space Cooling (see information above) Cooling © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 15: Air Cooled Chimney - Clearances To Combustibles
Air Cooled Chimney - Clearances to Combustibles WARNING: Follow the clearances listed below - do not follow the clearances listed in the chimney instructions. Maintain a 2" clearance from the chimney to combustibles - see illustration below. Min. 2" (51mm) Clearance © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 16: Air Cooled Chimney - Installation And System Height
Firestop Required Between Floor Levels (or fireplace enclosure) 2" (51mm) Min. Air Space to Maximum 8' Chimney Section Combustibles (4' if two pairs of 30° elbows used) Maximum 30° System Height 35' Max. (10.5M) 15' Min. (4.5M) © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 17: Air Cool Chimney - Offset Requirements (30° Elbows)
25 ½ 12 ¼ 30 ¾ 15 ¼ 21 ¼ 46 ¼ 27 ¼ 56 ¼ 48+12 32 ½ 65 ¾ 48+18 35 ½ 48+24 38 ½ 76 1/8 48+36 44 ½ 86 ½ 48+48 50 ½ © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 18: Insulated Chimney Requirements (7" Diameter)
Seal the flue liner with furnace cement. OFFSET CHART 7” Class A Chimney Inclined Offset Rise Pipe Length 3 3/4 14 ¼ 33 ¼ 43 ½ 52 ½ Use high-temperature silicone to seal the starter section. © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 19: Insulated Chimney - Alternative Manufacturers
(the screw penetrates two layers of steel). Seal the fireplace connection with high-temperature silicone. Seal the flue liner with furnace cement. Use high-temperature silicone to seal the anchor plate. © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 20: Insulated Chimney - Installation And System Height
Follow the chimney characteristics. manufacturer's instructions Maximum 8' Chimney Section for clearances and framing (4' if two pairs of 30° elbows dimensions. used) Maximum 30° System Height 35' Max. (10.5M) 15' Min. (4.5M) © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 21: Insulated Chimney - Offset Requirements (30° Elbows)
When the chimney passes through a living space it must be totally enclosed. The space between frames that hold the firestop in place should be measured as follows: Space between frames Firestop © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 22: Chimney Termination Requirements
Ch ase Instal lati ons Storm Collar Drip Collar (seal around edges) 6" Min. Sheet Metal Chase Top Chimney Pipe Do not seal or caulk the area between the chimney Chase and chase top / flashing. © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 23: Electrical Line Hookup
After all wiring is in place, replace the junction box cover and tighten the romex clamps to secure the wiring. Wiring Diagram Fireplace Junction Box Black POWER IN Black White White Green Green Blower Rheostat Junction Box Romex Clamps Green Green Black Black White White Inside of Junction Box © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 24: Fireplace Junction Box
Finalizing the Installation (for qualified installers only) Fireplace Junction Box Rheostat Wires Power Input (Hot / Common) and 2 Grounding Wires Inside of Junction Box © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 25: External Wiring Installation
Route the wire harness from the fireplace to the junction box. Do not route the wire over the top of the fireplace or within 2” of the chimney. Route an approved electrical line (e.g. Romex® wire) from the fireplace rheostat junction box to the rheostat. © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 26: External Wiring Installation (Continued)
If you wish to display Celsius instead of Fahrenheit, place the jumper over the 2 pins on the back of the circuit board (seepicture below). Thermocouple Wire Connection Celsius Pins and Jumper Power / GreenStart™ Connection © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 27: Air Intake Installation
(either side), or bottom of the fireplace. To switch intake location, remove the cover plate from the desired location, and swap it with the air intake (both are held in place with four screws). Min. 3" Dia. Hole 3" Dia. Flex Duct (4' max. length) 8" Hood with Rodent Screen © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 28: Air Intake Locations
Place the cover plate over the stock air intake location and secure (use the screws removed earlier) The 4 air intake locations are shown below. Left Side of Right Side of 4" 4" Fireplace Fireplace 4" 4" Bottom of Fireplace 6" 6" 4" 4" © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 29: Non-Combustible Framing (Included)
3) Secure the framing to the header. Secure the non-combustible framing to the header. 34" Non-Combustible Framing (included with fireplace) Attach the framing to the fireplace using the screws shipped pre-attached to the top fo the fireplace. © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 30: Facing Requirements
Facing over 1” thick (brick, thick marble) may be used around the perimeter of the faceplate. Drywall Non-Combustible Facing Combustible Framing (min. 81" from base of fireplace) Minimum 81" Non-Combustible Framing (included with fireplace) Tile (or other non- combustible facing) Minimum 42" © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 31: Facing Requirements (Continued)
1/8" (1/4" overlap on top, 0" on bottom) NOTE: Setup face is 1/16" wider on each side and top Brick (Thick) Facing Example Tile (Thin) Facing Example Framing Framing Fireplace Fireplace Drywall Drywall Brick 3/8" Tile 1/2" Concrete Board © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 32: Mantel Requirements
(for qualified installers only) Mantel Requirements Mantel must be non-combustible. Mantel must be 49-1/2” above the base of the fireplace. Non-Combustible Facing Non-Combustible Framing Non-Combustible Mantel 42 Apex Minimum 49.5" Fireplace From Base of Fireplace © Travis Industries 4150512 100-01436... -
Page 33: Hearth Requirements
Tile or marble Fireplace Elevated hearths must be No combustible constructed of non-combustible material permitted materials such as cement blocks above this point (6” Min. / 6-3/8” Max.). Ember Strip Combustible Minimum 1" Floor cement board (or equivalent) © Travis Industries 100-01436... -
Page 34: Finalizing The Installation
The door may be tight the first time it is closed. This is because the gasket is new and has not compressed. We suggest opening and closing the door several times to help compress the gasket. © Travis Industries 4150512... -
Page 35: Index Goes Here
Index Index Goes Here © Travis Industries 100-01436...
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