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Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Owner's Manual
Important:
This manual contains assembly rules, installation steps, guidelines, use and
maintenance instructions for the MAGNUM 82060 & 82072 fireplaces and the DM chimney system, and
Fire-Lite+ Application with the ECO-STEEL & ECOSTEEL+ Chimney System. This manual must become the
property of and be reviewed by all current and future users of this product. It is the responsibility of the
general contractor and the installer of this product to ensure that the instructions in this manual are
followed exactly and that any allowed gas log appliance used in this product be installed in strict accordance
with NFPA 58, NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 and the gas log manufacturer's explicit installation, sizing, and operation
instructions. It is the responsibility of the general contractor to provide adequate clearances from all
firebox surfaces as specified in this manual.
DO NOT install the MAGNUM 60/72 Series Fireplace in a manufactured home or mobile home or recreational vehicle.
NYC-MEA 241-90-E
ICC Report NO. ESR-2316
LA RR NO. 25483
IBC 2006, IRC 2006, IMC 2006
Listing Services Report NO. F17-237
APPROVED WITH DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE with PROPANE (LP) or NATURAL GAS (NG), ONLY
with Fire-Lite+ Application
A PRODUCT OF EARTHCORE INDUSTRIES, LLC.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the fireplace
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
Be Sure to Read Entire Manual Before Beginning Construction.
Contents of this manual may change without prior notification.
Issued: January 2025
Revision: 006.1
©2025 Earthcore Industries, LLC

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  • Page 1 Fire-Lite+ Application Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Owner’s Manual A PRODUCT OF EARTHCORE INDUSTRIES, LLC. Important: This manual contains assembly rules, installation steps, guidelines, use and maintenance instructions for the MAGNUM 82060 & 82072 fireplaces and the DM chimney system, and Fire-Lite+ Application with the ECO-STEEL &...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................2 General Information ..........................3-4 Safety Instructions ............................ 5-6 PFS Listing Label ............................7 MAGNUM 60 (82060) ............................ 8 Component List - MAGNUM 60 (82060) ......................9 MAGNUM 72 (82072) ..........................

  • Page 3: General Information

    The DM chimney system is a dual module refractory chimney system. The basic chimney consists of an outer casing block and an inner liner. The DM chimney components are field assembled using Earthcore Adhesive to glue the components together. The DM chimney system also includes an offset chimney block component, used to create offsets to the vertical run of the chimney.
  • Page 4 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace General Information Important areas of concern with the installation of MAGNUM 60" & 72" Series fireplaces are construction of proper load bearing foundation and concrete support slab; code required hearth extension substrates and supports; proper assembly of components;...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    60 &72 Series fireplace and DM chimney systems unless written authorization is given by Earthcore Industries, LLC. Failure to heed this warning may cause a fire hazard and will void the warranty. 10. This fireplace is not intended to heat an entire home or to be used as a primary heat source. It is designed to ensure...
  • Page 6 Alterations to the MAGNUM 60 &72 firebox are allowed with prior written approval and instructions from Earthcore Industries, LLC. The installer indemnifies the manufacturer of all claims and under no circumstances will the manufacturer be liable for consequential, incidental, indirect, punitive or other damages of any kind or nature, whether foreseeable or not, based on any claim by any party as to the modifications of the Isokern fireplaces.

  • Page 7: Pfs Listing Label

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace PFS Listing Label Isokern Fireplace and Chimney Systems are tested and listed to UL standards: UL 127, ULC S610, and UL 103HT. The listing label shown above outlines the listed clearances to combustibles and indicates that the units are suitable for use with solid fuel or listed gas appliances.

  • Page 8: Magnum 60 (82060)

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace MAGNUM 60 (82060)

  • Page 9: Component List - Magnum 60 (82060)

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Component List - MAGNUM 60 (82060)

  • Page 10: Magnum 72 (82072)

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace MAGNUM 72 (82072)

  • Page 11: Component List - Magnum 72 (82072)

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Component List - MAGNUM 72 (82072)

  • Page 12: Required Clearance To Combustibles

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Required Clearance to Combustibles system is tested and listed for installation with “clearance • The MAGNUM 60/72 series firebox sidewalls and backwalls require 1-1/2” clearance. (Figure 1) • The MAGNUM 60/72 series firebox’s smoke dome front wall requires 0” clearance. (Figure 2) •...
  • Page 13 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Required Clearance to Combustibles Installation and use practices that are beyond the control of the manufacturer can result in situations where clearance requirements (as determined through testing and as stated by the manufacturer) are not maintained due to construction subsequent to the installation of the Isokern unit.

  • Page 14: Supporting Floor System

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Supporting Floor System The MAGNUM 60" & 72" Fireplaces are not rated for installation on a combustible floor system unless used in the Fire-Lite+ Application. (See Page 15). Fireplaces must be built upon a concrete support slab with no wood underpinnings.

  • Page 15: Fire-Lite+ Application - 60 & 72 Models Only

    General Information The Fire-Lite+ is an application of the Isokern MAGNUM 60" & 72" fireplaces designed, tested and listed with the ability to be installed on a combustible floor system. The Fire-Lite+ assembled unit must sit on a raised, non-combustible platform and when installed, creates a minimum 7-1/2”...
  • Page 16 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Fire-Lite+ Application - 60 & 72 Models Only NOTE: Floor framing for a Fire-Lite+ installation will need to be designed and built to accept substantial dead loads spread over a relatively small floor area. The following weights and sizes can be used to calculate Fire-Lite+ loading. Consult with local structural engineer for proper sizing of structural floor frame members for specific installations.

  • Page 17: Rough Framing Dimensions

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Rough Framing Dimensions Width - A Height - B Depth - C 76 ½” 87 ½” 29 ½” 89” 87 ½” 29 ½” Notes: “B” includes the 3” thick base plate. “Raised hearth” requires additional rough opening height at “B”...

  • Page 18: General Assembly Instructions

    Attention should be paid that the Earthcore adhesive mixture is not too thin or runny, as this will not allow the Earthcore adhesive to reach its maximum bonding strength. Mark out the position of the base plate on the supporting floor system.

  • Page 19: Assembly Instructions - Magnum 60

    Apply Earthcore adhesive to the joint between part #96 and part # M91 and set the base plates in a full bed of Earthcore Adhesive on a level support surface. See page 14 for supporting floor system.

  • Page 20: Assembly Instructions - Magnum 72

    Assembly Instructions – MAGNUM 60 After outlining the dry set pieces, remove them and apply Earthcore adhesive to the areas traced on the base plate where the side walls and back wall are to sit. By doing this, the first layer of wall components can be set directly into Earthcore adhesive already applied to the proper areas on the base plate.
  • Page 21 Run a thin bead of Earthcore Adhesive around the four sides of the cast iron damper or tack the corners of the flange to avoid movement of the damper as it gets opened and closed.
  • Page 22 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Assembly Instructions – MAGNUM 60 Set the rear smoke dome components across the damper beam in a bed of Earthcore adhesive and flush with the back face of the back damper beam lintel. Set the front smoke dome components in Earthcore adhesive across the front damper beam and 2 -3/4 inches back from the front of the front damper beam lintel.
  • Page 23 (Figure 25) Apply Earthcore adhesive to the top of the smoke dome wall assembly and set the two top plates into position.
  • Page 24 Apply Earthcore adhesive to the joint between the two #M91's and set the base plates in a full bed of Earthcore Adhesive on a level support surface. See page 14 for supporting floor system. (Figure 27) Do not set the base plate so that it is in span.
  • Page 25 Assembly Instructions – MAGNUM 72 After outlining the dry set pieces, remove them and apply Earthcore adhesive to the areas traced on the base plate where the side walls and back wall are to sit. By doing this, the first layer of wall components can be set directly into Earthcore adhesive already applied to the proper areas on the base plate.
  • Page 26 Run a thin bead of Earthcore Adhesive around the four sides of the cast iron damper or tack the corners of the flange to avoid movement of the damper as it gets opened and closed.
  • Page 27 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Assembly Instructions – MAGNUM 72 Set the rear smoke dome components across the damper beam in a bed of Earthcore adhesive and flush with the back face of the back damper beam lintel. Set the front smoke dome components in Earthcore adhesive across the front damper beam and 2 -3/4 inches back from the front of the front damper beam lintel.
  • Page 28 (Figure 37) Apply Earthcore adhesive to the top of the smoke dome wall assembly and set the two top plates into position.

  • Page 29: Dm Chimney Components & General Information

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace DM Chimney Components & General Information...

  • Page 30: Dm Chimney Components: Weight & Height Requirements

    Where the chimney run is to be straight run, start the DM chimney by setting a DM outer casing in a bed of Earthcore adhesive on top of the top plate. The outer casing is to be centered from side-to-side and FIGURE 40 flush with the back of the top plate.
  • Page 31 (Figure 43) Continue the straight vertical DM chimney by setting an outer casing onto a bed of Earthcore adhesive on the top surface of the preceding outer casing. The grooves on the bottom end of the upper outer casing fit onto the tongues on the top of the lower outer casing block.

  • Page 32: Dm Chimney Installation - Offset Run

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace DM Chimney Installation - Straight Run Next fold the strap around the three exposed sides of the outer casing. Connect the strap to each of the three outer casing faces with two (2) one and one-half inch (1-1/2”) long masonry anchors, such as “Tapcon”...
  • Page 33 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace DM Chimney Installation - Offset Run Each offset block is to be set fully in a bed of Earthcore Adhesive, completely sealing each offset block to the underlying component. When placing the first inner liner on...
  • Page 34 Once the offset(s) have been notched and the angle irons set in position, the offset blocks are set fully in a bed of Earthcore Adhesive. Be sure to completely seal the offset block to the top plate. Ensure the angle irons are set into the notches, are parallel and flush to the sides of the offset block, and bear fully on the concrete or steel support column.

  • Page 35: Dm Chimney Installation - Brick Ledge

    Set the Isokern brick ledge onto the flat top surface of the outer casing in a full bed of Earthcore Adhesive. Be sure to align the four 2-1/2” holes in the brick ledge with the matching holes in the outer casing block below it. Return to setting the next inner liner in the sequence.
  • Page 36 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace DM Chimney Installation – Brick Ledge Insert one piece of #4 (minimum) steel reinforcing rod into each of the four 2-1/2” holes in the brick ledge. The reinforcement rods must start from a depth of at least 18”...
  • Page 37 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace DM Chimney Installation – Brick Ledge Load Capacity for DM Brick ledge The sources of load delivered into the Isokern brick ledge are: (1) the total physical load of brick, stone, or...

  • Page 38: Dm Chimney Installation - Crown Caps

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace DM Chimney Installation – Brick Ledge Once the masonry veneer is in progress the inner flashing is set into a horizontal joint in the veneer at a level above all other roof deck flashings, chimney-to-roof flashings and counter flashings.

  • Page 39: Dm 54 Installation - Terminations

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace DM 54 Installation - Terminations FIGURE 57 FIGURE 58 FIGURE 59...

  • Page 40: Eco-Steel & Eco-Steel + Metal Chimney Flue

    1000°F, intermittent temperatures of 1700 °F are acceptable. Only use approved terminations and chimney shrouds provided by Earthcore. Be sure to maintain a 2" clearance to combustibles around the metal chimney FIGURE 60...

  • Page 41: Components List - Eco-Steel Metal Chimney Flue

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Components List - ECO-STEEL Metal Chimney Flue ECO-STEEL...

  • Page 42: Components List - Eco-Steel+ Metal Chimney Flue

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Components List - ECO-STEEL+ Metal Chimney Flue ECO-STEEL+...

  • Page 43: Components List -Eco-Steel/ Eco-Steel+ Common Components

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Components List - ECO-STEEL/ ECO-STEEL+ Common Components ECO-STEEL& ECO-STEEL+ COMMON COMPONENTS...

  • Page 44: Eco-Steel & Eco-Steel + General Information

    • Earthcore assumes no liability for structural damage or roof contamination as the result of creosote formation. It is the owner’s responsibility to comply with inspection and cleaning requirements as described in these instructions, and those of the appliance manufacturer.

  • Page 45: Eco-Steel & Eco-Steel+ Metal Chimney Installation

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace ECO-STEEL & ECO-STEEL+ Metal Chimney Installation Mount Anchor Plate: Chimneys for Isokern fireplaces begin with an Anchor Plate or Anchor Plate with Damper. It is important that the surface of the Isokern chimney has a level surface on which to attach the Anchor Plate. If the top of the Isokern does not have a level surface, it will need to be modified accordingly.
  • Page 46 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace ECO-STEEL & ECO-STEEL+ Metal Chimney Installation Frame Openings: From the ceiling, drop a plumb bob TABLE 1 Mark appropriate cutting lines around the center point. Cut a square hole in the ceiling. Frame a level, square opening centered over the hole that you have cut.
  • Page 47 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace ECO-STEEL & ECO-STEEL+ Metal Chimney Installation 6. Angle Support and Support Band: Install an Angle Support if total chimney height is greater than 50 feet, or if the fireplace manufacturer requires it. If additional support is needed, install one or more Angle Supports which will support an additional 30 feet of chimney.
  • Page 48 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace ECO-STEEL & ECO-STEEL+ Metal Chimney Installation Attic Insulation Shield: The Attic Insulation Shield must be installed where the chimney passes into an attic. Its purpose is to maintain clearances from loose packed or blown insulation from the chimney.
  • Page 49 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace ECO-STEEL & ECO-STEEL+ Metal Chimney Installation For chase enclosures, install the chase top cover (supplied by others) to the chase enclosure. Cut a hole in the chase top cover the same diameter as the base of the cone on the flashing.

  • Page 50: Guide For Mechanical Draft System

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Guide for Mechanical Draft System The X-VENTISO WBC-DUO wood-burning control system is designed to work in conjunction with XVENTISO fan and adapters in dual-flue solid-fuel applications. The system is made up of several components that are factory preset for most solid fuel fireplaces and uses 100% Molex®...

  • Page 51: Access Modification - Combustion Air Kits, Gas & Electrical Line Feed

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Modification Access - Combustion Air Kits, Gas & Electrical Line Feed Two four-inch (4") supplemental combustion air inlet kits may help improve fireplace operation in homes tightly sealed and with other ventilating appliances installed (Figures 73 &...

  • Page 52: Firebrick Installation

    1/2” for Fire-lite+ application), and four-inch (4") firebrick on the sidewalls. Thicker firebrick may be used as an option. The pattern for the firebrick lining is an owner option. The ISOSET mortar by Earthcore is to be used when lining the Isokern Fireplace.

  • Page 53: Flush Wall Finish Detail

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Flush Wall Finish Detail 60 &72 the firebox, that the leading edge of the firebrick - at the the overall fit and finish of the MAGNUM 60 &72 Series fireplace This alignment of firebrick application, as shown below (Figure 79), allows the firebrick lining to be in the same plane with the room’s wall finish surface.

  • Page 54: Clearance To Combustible Trim- 60 & 72 Models

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Clearance to Combustible - 60 & 72 Models Trim Hearth Extensions All MAGNUM 60 & 72 fireplaces shall have hearth extensions of brick, concrete, stone, tile, or other code approved non- combustible material. Suitable hearth extension material for the MAGNUM 60 &72 Series fireplace shall be placed on the hearth extension’s non-combustible substrate and must extend to at least thirty inches (30”) in front of the fireplace’s finished opening...

  • Page 55: Specialty Applications - Outdoor Installation

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Specialty Applications – Outdoor Installation The Isokern fireplace can be used in an outdoor application and is considered an "Outdoor Application" if the fireplace is a freestanding unit, located a minimum of ten feet (10') away from any structure. These structures would include your house, patio cover, detached garage or any other standing structure.

  • Page 56: Specialty Applications - Reduced Height Fireplace Opening

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Specialty Applications – Reduced Height Fireplace Opening The Isokern Fireplace can have a reduced height opening by removing one layer of backwall and sidewalls from the fireplace construction. All other construction for the fireplace will remain the same as shown on pages 18-28. The use of two flues on the 60”...
  • Page 57 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Specialty Applications – Recessed Fire-Lite + Application Recessed applications of the MAGNUM 60 & 72 Fire-Lite+ application should be constructed in accordance with the dimensions shown in Table 3 and Figures 84 and 85 below.

  • Page 58: Seismic Requirements (Slab On Grade)

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Seismic Requirements (Slab on Grade) Drill hole of proper diameter and depth using a carbide tipped drill or coring bit. Avoid any existing reinforcing steel by relocating hole slightly. Clean hole thoroughly by vacuum or air pressure.

  • Page 59: Summary

    Avoid placing any fireplace in an area near tall trees, tall buildings, or high land masses. These structures can reduce ambient air flow pressure as well as produce down drafts, either of which can impair fireplace drafting performance. Earthcore Industries L.L.C. does not warrant drafting and is not responsible for it. Fireplace Curing Instructions It is critical that the Isokern masonry elements in the firebox and smoke dome assembly be dry before firing of the unit.
  • Page 60 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Summary How to Build a Fire 1. Set the fireplace damper in the fully open position. 2. Begin laying the fire by placing several pieces of wadded up paper directly on the log grate.
  • Page 61 Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Summary Inspection and Cleaning At least twice a year in warm climates or monthly during the heating season in colder climates, thoroughly inspect the fireplace and chimney system. Chimneys must be installed so that access is provided for inspection and cleaning. The chimney should be inspected monthly during the heating season.

  • Page 62: Notes

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Notes...

  • Page 63: Registration Card

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60–72 Series Fireplace Registration Card...

  • Page 64: Warranty & Disclaimer

    Earthcore Industries January 2025 MAGNUM 60-72 Series Fireplace Warranty & Disclaimer...

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