Empire WB60FB0F Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
— DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
— DO NOT overfire. Overfiring will void
your warranty.
— Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specified. Failure to
comply may cause house fire.
WARNING
FIRE RISK! For use with solid wood fuel
only. Other fuels may overfire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
DANGER
DO NOT
touch glass until it is cooled.
children to touch glass. Keep children away. CAREFULLY
SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace. Alert
children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
flammable materials. Keep clothing, furniture, draperies
and other flammable materials away.
NOTICE: Contact your dealer for installation, service, repair, or warranty claim
Empire Comfort Systems does not sell, service, or provide warranty directly to consumers. The consumer must contact the dealer where the
product was purchased for a warranty claim. If a non-qualified installer or consumer installs or services this product, the product warranty is
voided. Most dealers will only service products they sold so it is important for the consumer to choose a qualified dealer for installation and
warranty service. In order to maintain the warranty, service must be performed annually and documentation reviewed during the warranty request.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
HOT SURFACES! GLASS
AND OTHER SURFACES ARE
HOT DURING OPERATION
AND COOL DOWN.
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
NEVER
WOOD BURNING
FIREPLACE MODELS:
WB60FB0F
WARNING
DO NOT alter or modify the fireplace or
its components under any circumstances.
Any modification or alteration of the
fireplace system, including but not limited
to the fireplace, chimney components
and accessories, may void the warranty,
listings and approvals of this system and
could result in an unsafe and potentially
dangerous installation.
www.nficertified.org
Our wood burning
We suggest that our
hearth products
allow
wood burning hearth
must be installed
products be installed
and serviced by
and serviced by
professionals who
professionals who are
are certified in the
certified in the U.S. by
U.S. by the National
the National Fireplace
Fireplace Institute
Institute
®
(NFI) as
(NFI) as NFI Wood
NFI Wood Burning
Burning Specialists.
Specialists.
This fireplace is approved
for use as a wood burning
fireplace or for use with a
vented gas log approved
to ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84
standards or for use
with a vent-free gas log
heater approved to ANSI
Z21.11.2 standard.
®

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  • Page 1 NOTICE: Contact your dealer for installation, service, repair, or warranty claim Empire Comfort Systems does not sell, service, or provide warranty directly to consumers. The consumer must contact the dealer where the product was purchased for a warranty claim. If a non-qualified installer or consumer installs or services this product, the product warranty is voided.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Safety Definitions and Information .........................4 Certification and Important Safety Information Fireplace Certification ...............................5 Non-Combustible Materials ............................5 Combustible Materials ..............................5 Attention Installer Fireplace Installation Checklist ..........................6 Get Started Typical Fireplace System ............................7 Installation Considerations ............................8 a. Selecting Fireplace Locations ...........................8 b.
  • Page 3: Section Page

    Gas Line Location ..............................42 Fireplace Setup - Grate And Screens ........................43 Maintenance ................................44 Service Technician Notes ............................45 Troubleshooting ..............................46-47 WB60FB0F Wood Burning Fireplace Exploded View ................................48 Parts List .................................49 Master Parts Distributor List ..........................50 How To Order Repair Parts ............................50 Warranty ...................................51...
  • Page 4: Installation Information

    • The warranty will be voided by Empire, and Empire disclaims CREOSOTE – FORMATION any responsibility for the following actions. When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic Modification of the fireplace, components, air inlet system vapors that combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.
  • Page 5: Certification And Important Safety Information

    WARNING This fireplace is not intended to be used as a substitute for a RISK OF FIRE! Empire Comfort Systems disclaims any furnace to heat an entire home. Use for supplemental heat only. responsibility for, and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by the following actions.
  • Page 6: Attention Installer

    Firescreen installed ......................Manual bag and all of its contents are removed from the fireplace and given to ____________________ the Homeowner ........................Empire recommends the following: • Keep this checklist visible on the fireplace until the installation is complete. •...
  • Page 7: Get Started

    GET STARTED TYPICAL FIREPLACE SYSTEM TERMINATION CAP ADDITIONAL LATERAL SUPPORT MAY BE NEEDED FOR CHIMNEY ABOVE ROOF STORM COLLAR (OR ENCLOSED IN CHASE) NON - COMBUSTIBLE ROOF FLASHING MUST MAINTAIN CHIMNEY PENETRATES MINIMUM CLEARANCES ROOF PREFERABLY WITHOUT AROUND CHIMNEY SYSTEM AFFECTING ROOF RAFTERS SUPPORT STRAPS FOR RAFTER SUPPORT...
  • Page 8: Installation Considerations

    GET STARTED ( CONT'D ) INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Avoid locating this fireplace in a basement. Locating it near frequently opened doors, central heat outlets or returns, or other NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. locations of air movement can affect the performance. •...
  • Page 9: Locating Fireplace And Chimney

    GET STARTED ( CONT'D ) LOCATING FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY • Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing winds during the heating season. Location of the Fireplace and Chimney Will Affect Performance. • Install in the warm airspace enclosed by the building envelope •...
  • Page 10: Tools And Supplies Needed

    GET STARTED ( CONT'D ) TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED FIREPLACE SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Ensure the following tools and supplies are available: Fireplace system requirements include: • Gloves • 1/4 in. nut driver • Fireplace • Chimney System • Safety glasses • Framing material –...
  • Page 11: Framing And Clearances

    FRAMING AND CLEARANCES FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS Figure 4 DIMENSION MEASUREMENTS Index Description Index Description Face Height 1375 Rear Wall To Center Of Vent Face Width 1899 Floor To Gas Line Opening Fireplace Depth Face To Gas Line Opening Firebox Opening Height Rear Wall To Gas Line Opening Firebox Opening Width 1524...
  • Page 12: Minimum Clearances To Combustibles

    FRAMING AND CLEARANCES ( CONT'D ) CLEARANCES MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES WARNING Within Enclosure Area Fireplace to back wall 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) RISK OF FIRE! Fireplace to sidewall 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles Header brackets to header 0 in.
  • Page 13: Clearances To Combustible Materials

    FRAMING AND CLEARANCES ( CONT'D ) EXCEPT FOR FRAMING MEMBERS SHOWN, NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS BELOW EXCEPT FOR FRAMING MEMBERS SHOWN, THIS LINE INSIDE CHASE NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS BELOW THIS LINE INSIDE CHASE 12 in 12 in (305mm) (305mm) Clearances To Combustible Materials Figure 6 45909-2-0525 Page 13...
  • Page 14: Chase Construction

    CEILING FIRESTOP In cold climates, Empire Comfort Systems recommends that the chase is insulated using batt-type insulation between the joists. Chase construction will vary by building type. These instructions are not substitutes for local building codes.
  • Page 15: Frame The Fireplace

    FRAMING AND CLEARANCES ( CONT'D ) FRAME THE FIREPLACE NOTE: Before framing the chase, identify any obstacles in the way. It may be necessary to make the chase larger for offsets. Refer to NOTE: Determine Hearth extension design before installation. offset chart on page 19.
  • Page 16: Protective Metal Hearth Strips

    FRAMING AND CLEARANCES ( CONT'D ) PROTECTIVE METAL HEARTH STRIPS WARNING RISK OF FIRE! Protective metal hearth strips MUST be installed on combustible surfaces. DO NOT cover metal strips with combustible materials. WARNING RISK OF FIRE! High temperatures, sparks, embers or other burning material falling from the fireplace may ignite flooring or concealed combustible surfaces.
  • Page 17: Outside Air Kit

    FRAMING AND CLEARANCES ( CONT'D ) OUTSIDE AIR KIT Use two outside air kit (WBOAK, not supplied) are required. Empire Comfort Systems recommends using the shortest duct runs to optimize performance of the outside air kits and install a P-trap.
  • Page 18: Chimney And Termination Requirements

    CHIMNEY AND TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS CHIMNEY REQUIREMENTS WARNING Vertical distances are measured from the base of the fireplace as shown in Figure 15. RISK OF FIRE! You must maintain 2 in. (51 mm) air space clearance to insulation and other combustible materials CHIMNEY MEASUREMENT REQUIREMENTS around the chimney system.
  • Page 19: Offsets/Returns

    CHIMNEY AND TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS ( CONT'D ) You determined from the table that you would need 62 - 1/8 in. (1578 OFFSETS/RETURNS mm) Dimension B between the offset and return. The chimney • Use an offset/return to bypass overhead obstructions. component that best fits your application is one WB12V48.
  • Page 20: Termination Requirements

    CHIMNEY AND TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS ( CONT'D ) SLANTED ROOFS TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS • The bottom of the termination cap must be at least 3 ft. (.91 m) above the roof AND at least 2 ft. (.61 m) above any portion of •...
  • Page 21: Chimney Components Installation

    CHIMNEY COMPONENTS INSTALLATION TYPICAL CHIMNEY SYSTEM TERMINATION CAP NOTICE: Chimney performance may vary. • TREES, BUILDINGS, ROOF LINES & WIND CONDITIONS AFFECT PERFORMANCE • CHIMNEY HEIGHT MAY NEED ADDITIONAL ADJUSTMENT IF SMOKING SUPPORT FOR OR OVERDRAFT OCCURS TALL CHIMNEYS CHIMNEY MUST EXTEND BEYOND COMBUSTIBLE ROOF STRUCTURE STORM COLLAR...
  • Page 22: Assemble Chimney Sections

    CHIMNEY COMPONENTS INSTALLATION ( CONT'D ) ASSEMBLE CHIMNEY SECTIONS Use only those components described in this manual. Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair safe operation and cause overheating and fire. Attach either a straight chimney section or an offset to the top of the fireplace (depending on your installation requirement).
  • Page 23: Secure Offset/Return

    CHIMNEY COMPONENTS INSTALLATION ( CONT'D ) SECURE OFFSET/RETURN ROOM ABOVE (Non-Insulated Ceiling) ROOM ABOVE (Non-Insulated Ceiling) When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sections, they must be locked into position with the screws (outer only). To prevent gravity from pulling the chimney sections apart, the returns and the chimney stabilizers have hanger straps for securing these parts to joists or rafters.
  • Page 24: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    CHIMNEY COMPONENTS INSTALLATION ( CONT'D ) INSTALL ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD: TABS BENT IN TO REST WARNING PIPE AGAINST PIPE RISK OF FIRE! You MUST install an attic insulation shield 2 in. (51 mm) ATTIC INSULATION when there is any possibility of insulation or other combustible AIR SPACE SHIELD material coming into contact with the chimney.
  • Page 25: Roof Penetration

    CHIMNEY COMPONENTS INSTALLATION ( CONT'D ) ROOF PENETRATION: • Refer to Figure 26. • Plumb from roof to center of chimney. • Drive a nail up through roof to mark center of pipe. • Measure to either side of nail and mark the 21 in. x 21 in. (533 mm x 533 mm) opening required.
  • Page 26: Termination Cap Requirements

    CHIMNEY COMPONENTS INSTALLATION ( CONT'D ) TERMINATION CAP REQUIREMENTS: PYRAMID CHIMNEY CAP • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. The chimney must be 8.75 in. to 11 in. (222 mm to 279 mm) below • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow or other the top of the chase top cover.
  • Page 27: Shrouds

    • Requires a minimum 2 in. (51 mm) clearance to combustible • Empire chimney caps must be used inside the shroud. framing and a minimum 5-1/2 in. (140 mm) clearance to • The shroud must not be in direct contact with any of the combustible wall or sheathing be maintained.
  • Page 28: Mailbox Style Shroud

    SHROUDS ( CONT'D ) MAILBOX STYLE SHROUD MAIL BOX STYLE SHROUD The Mailbox style shroud generally has two solid sides and a solid H = Min. W = Min. L = Min. top. The exhaust openings are on the two open ends of the shroud. Dia.
  • Page 29: Pyramid Style Shroud

    SHROUDS ( CONT'D ) PYRAMID STYLE SHROUD PYRAMID STYLE SHROUD The Pyramid style shroud is roughly square or rectangular with an W = Min. L = Min. open top for exhaust as well as openings along the base of the Dia.
  • Page 30: Finishing

    EDGE OF FIREPLACE • Choose finishing materials carefully. WARNING RISK OF FIRE! Empire Comfort Systems is not responsible for discoloration, cracking or other material failures of finishing materials due to heat exposure or smoke. WARNING RISK OF FIRE! Maintain clearances. Use only non-combustible...
  • Page 31: Fireplace Installed Flush On The Floor, Or Hearth Extension Raised To Bottom Of Firebox Opening

    (R) per Minimum CONTINUOUS NON-COMBUSTIBLE Material inch inch thickness SEALANT thick thick required TILE, STONE OR OTHER Empire Comfort NON-COMBUSTIBLE 0.49 2.06 1 in. MATERIAL PROTECTIVE Systems WB60HE 1 in. 25 mm METAL MICORE OR USG Micore HEARTH STRIP EQUIVALENT 0.49...
  • Page 32: Raised Hearth Extension And Raised Fireplace

    FINISHING ( CONT'D ) RAISED HEARTH EXTENSION AND RAISED FIREPLACE Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 20 in. (508 mm) in front of and 12 in. (305 mm) to each side of the fuel opening is required. The hearth framing must be constructed of non-combustible materials (such as metal framing or equivalent material) and placed on WB54HE or equivalent material.
  • Page 33: Non-Combustible Sealant Material

    NON-COMBUSTIBLE SEALANT Place Non-combustible Sealant Figure 44 WARNING RISK OF FIRE! Empire Comfort Systems is not responsible for discoloration, cracking or other material failures of finishing materials due to heat exposure or smoke. • Choose finishing materials carefully. 45909-2-0525...
  • Page 34: Mantel And Wall Projections

    FINISHING ( CONT'D ) MANTEL AND WALL PROJECTIONS COMBUSTIBLE TRIM MUST NOT COVER: The combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 10 in. (254 • The metal surfaces of the fireplace mm), positioned 18 in. (457 mm) above the opening. Combustible •...
  • Page 35: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    FINISHING ( CONT'D ) SIDEWALLS / SURROUNDS: • Locate adjacent combustible sidewalls a minimum of 24 in. (610 mm) from fireplace opening. • Mantle leg, surround, stub wall, whether combustible or non-combustible, may be constructed as shown in Figure 46. 4 in.
  • Page 36: Fireplace Setup - Concrete Liners

    Fireplace Face. non-combustible liners. Uncrate the Concrete Liner Kit. The interior of the fireplace must be finished with either an Empire- The largest liner is the Rear Wall. With a helper, set the Rear supplied Concrete Liner Kit OR Firebrick/Soapstone kit.
  • Page 37 FIREPLACE SETUP - CONCRETE LINERS ( CONT'D ) FOAM BLOCK FROM FOAM BLOCK FROM CONCRETE FLOOR CRATE CONCRETE FLOOR CRATE REAR LINER REAR LINER Install Rear Wall Liner Figure 47 Install Liner Bracket Figure 48 45909-2-0525 Page 37...
  • Page 38 FIREPLACE SETUP - CONCRETE LINERS ( CONT'D ) REAR LINER SIDE LINER REAR LINER SIDE LINER Install Side Liner Figure 49 Page 38 45909-2-0525...
  • Page 39: Fireplace Setup - Firebrick And Soapstone

    The interior of the fireplace must be finished with either an and Firebrick Walls, and may be used to join the leading edges Empire-supplied Concrete Liner Kit OR Firebrick/Soapstone Kit. of the Side Walls to the fireplace facing material (stone, brick, Uncrate the Concrete Floor and Lip included with the fireplace.
  • Page 40: Fireplace Setup - Install Floor

    FIREPLACE SETUP - INSTALL FLOOR REAR LINER REAR LINER SIDE LINER SIDE LINER GRATE GRATE BRACKETS BRACKETS FLOOR FLOOR LIP FLOOR FLOOR LIP Install Floor and Lip Figure 51 Page 40 45909-2-0525...
  • Page 41: Fireplace Setup - Gas Appliance Option

    FIREPLACE SETUP - GAS APPLIANCE OPTION GAS LOG/LIGHTER PROVISION OUTER SHELL OF FIREPLACE FIREBOX WARNING SIDE STAND-OFFS FIRE AND/OR ASPHYXIATION RISK! Use with solid wood MAINTAIN CLEARANCE fuel or decorative gas appliance only. Gas fire generates TO COMBUSTIBLES fumes. REFRACTORY A certified gas log lighter or decorative gas log set can be installed COMBUSTIBLE SEAL WITH...
  • Page 42: Gas Line Location

    FIREPLACE SETUP - GAS APPLIANCE OPTION ( CONT'D ) FROM CONCRETE FLOOR FROM CONCRETE FLOOR TO CENTER OF GAS - PIPE TO CENTER OF GAS-PIPE OPENING - 1 - 11/16" OPENING - 1-11/16” Gas Line Location Figure 53 GAS-LINE PASSAGE CONCRETE WALL LINERS FROM FACE OPENING...
  • Page 43: Fireplace Setup - Grate And Screens

    FIREPLACE SETUP - GRATE AND SCREENS Install Grate Figure 55 Install Screen Rods Figure 56 45909-2-0525 Page 43...
  • Page 44: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Use a shop-vac to keep the gap between the floor and lip free of ash and other debris. When removing material from fireplace floor, do not shovel or sweep material towards the front and into the gap. CONCRETE FLOOR CONCRETE LIP DO NOT ALLOW ASH AND OTHER MATERIAL TO ACCUMULATE IN GAP...
  • Page 45: Service Technician Notes

    SERVICE TECHNICIAN NOTES Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes 45909-2-0525 Page 45...
  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM OBSERVED POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE These could be other fireplaces, furnaces, kitchen/bathroom exhaust fans, whole house Other appliances competing for available air. fans or other heating appliances. Turn off any competing appliance while operating fireplace is possible. Grate too close to front of fireplace. Position grate on the grate retainer brackets.
  • Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING ( CONT'D ) PROBLEM OBSERVED POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE Make sure you’re only burning seasoned, Avoid burning green wood, that is high in dry wood in your fireplace. We recommend Burning wrong material water content. As such, it can seriously purchasing a moisture meter to check the damage the inside of your chimney lining.
  • Page 48: Exploded View

    WB60FB - EXPLODED VIEW WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. Page 48 45909-2-0525...
  • Page 49: Parts List

    WB60FB - PARTS LIST PART NO. PART NO. INDEX DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION WB60FB WB60FB Firebox Part Numbers Concrete Liner Part Numbers R13430 12" Vent Adapter W/Damper 45303 Floor 45589 Outer Top 45821 Front Lip, Floor R13555 Insulation, Top 60 Gray 44267 Stand-Off Side 45310 Left...
  • Page 50: Master Parts Distributor List

    MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST To Order Parts Under Warranty, contact your local Empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.empirecomfort.com. To provide warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem with the unit.
  • Page 51: Warranty

    WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods specified below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual.
  • Page 52 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Belleville, IL If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. www.empirecomfort.com Page 52 45909-2-0525...

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