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Heatilator Constitution C40-C Installation Manual
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Heatilator Constitution C40-C Installation Manual

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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Contact your dealer with questions on installation, operation, or service.
Model(s):
EPA CERTIFIED WOODBURNING
FIREPLACE
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
quali昀椀ed personnel, Hearth & Home Technologies recommends
HHT Factory Trained or NFI certi昀椀ed professionals.
Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23
Installation Manual
Installation and Fireplace Setup
WARNING! Risk of Fire and/or Asphyxiation!
• Read all the instructions before starting
the installation. Follow these instructions
carefully during the installation to ensure
maximum safety and bene昀椀t.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as speci昀椀ed. Failure to comply may
cause house 昀椀re.
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
昀椀replace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other 昀氀ammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other 昀氀ammable
materials away.
Pour demander un exemplaire
en français de ce Manuel
du propriétaire, visitez www.
heatilator.com/translations.
WARNING
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Summary of Contents for Heatilator Constitution C40-C

  • Page 1 • Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other 昀氀ammable materials away. EPA CERTIFIED WOODBURNING FIREPLACE Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by quali昀椀ed personnel, Hearth & Home Technologies recommends HHT Factory Trained or NFI certi昀椀ed professionals. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    I. Outside Air Kit C. Mantel and Wall Projections J. Heat-Zone-WD-C Kit (Optional) D. Finishing the Hearth Extension E. Non-Combustible Sealant Material 4 Electrical Wiring 9 Fireplace Setup A. Firebrick Placement B. Baf昀氀e and Blanket Placement C. Install Fascia (Fronts) 10 Reference Materials A. Chimney Components B. Accessories C. Offset Diagrams Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 3: Attention Installer

    Comments: Further description of the issues, who is responsible (Installer/Builder/Other Trades, etc.) and corrective action needed: _________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Comments communicated to party responsible __________________________ by ______________________on _________ (Builder/Gen. Contractor) (Installer) (Date) Part # 4186-982 • Rev A • 05/19 4186-982 Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 4: Product Speci昀椀C & Important Safety Information

    The Constitution is Certi昀椀ed to ances that exhibit evidence of over-昀椀ring. Evidence of comply with 2020 particulate over-昀椀ring includes, but is not limited to: emission standards. • Warped air tube • Deteriorated refractory brick retainers • Deteriorated baf昀氀e and other interior components Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 5: Non-Combustible Materials

    NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code CSA C22.1. • A 110-120 VAC circuit for this product must be protected with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection, in compliance with the applicable electrical codes, when it is installed in damp locations. WARNING! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property dam- age. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Chimney Air Kit (CAK-4A) (not shown) must be used with SL300 chimney Combustible framing/header Non-combustible material Outside combustion air Hearth extension Protective metal hearth strip(s) Figure 2.1 Typical Fireplace System Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 7: Design And Installation Considerations

    As a divider [1384] Along a wall 42-1/2 [1080] 16 [406] 48 [1219] 54-1/2 [1384] 42-1/2 [1080] [406] [610] Faceplate to sidewall 16 inches Figure 2.2 Fireplace Locations Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 8: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    • Not the highest point of the roof • Wind loading possible Location NOT recommended: • Too close to tree • Below adjacent structure Recommended: • Lower roof line • Insulated exterior chase in cooler climates • Avoid outside wall Windward Leeward Not recommended in basement due to high negative pressure concerns that effect draft Figure 2.3 Recommended Chimney Locations Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 9: Tools And Supplies Needed

    - CAK4A Chimney air kit (included with fireplace, required with SL300 series chimney) - Attic Insulation Shield (included with 昀椀replace) Chimney termination cap • Non-combustible 昀椀nish material Fans (included with 昀椀replace) • Optional components include: • LINTEL BAR-HHT - Lintel Bar Kit • Heat-Zone-WD-C Kit OA-RD-6 - Outside Air Offset Adapter • Mesh-HHT-C - Firescreen • Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 10: Framing And Clearances

    [791] [425] 40-1/2 [1029] [305] 5-11/16 29 [737] 1 [25] 9-3/4 7-3/8 [144] [248] [187] 37 [940] 40 [1016] [25] [25] 42 [1067] Figure 3.1 Appliance Dimensions Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 11: Clearances

    Electrical wires must be a minimum of 16 in. (406 mm) from top 0 in. to floor 1 in. (25 mm) to side of appliance Figure 3.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 12: Construct The Chase

    - In cold climates, the walls of the chase should be You must comply with all mini- WARNING! Risk of Fire! mum air space clearances to combustibles. DO NOT pack insulated to the level of the false ceiling as shown in Figure 3.4. This will help reduce heat loss from the required air spaces with insulation or other materials. home around the 昀椀replace. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 13: Secure And Level The Fireplace

    24 in. (610 mm) from thickness to this the finished backwall to the measurement. outside of front wall framing. Figure 3.5 Framing the Fireplace Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 14: Installation Of Top Standoffs

    1 in. (25 mm) min. (51 mm) overlap Standoff Floor screwed to 2 in. (51 mm) Figure 3.10 Protect the Front of an Elevated Platform Figure 3.8 Screw Standoffs to Fireplace Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 15: Non-Combustible Facing Board (Provided)

    CAUTION! Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation! DO NOT draw Bottom Board outside combustion air from wall, 昀氀oor or ceiling cavity, or enclosed spaces such as an attic or garage. Figure 3.11 Apply Non-combustible Materials • DO NOT place outside air inlet hood close to exhaust vents or chimneys. Fumes or odor could be drawn into the room through the 昀椀replace. • Locate outside air inlet hood to prevent blockage from leaves, snow/ice, or other debris. Blockages could cause combustion air starvation. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 16 Figure 3.14 Remove Cover Plate (Left Side) Installation NOTE: An Outside Air Offset Adapter (OA-RD-6) is avail- able if needed. See Figure 3.15. he pipe Recommend around 24 inches for a minimum bend Figure 3.18 Outside Air Installation with Cold Air Trap Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 17 • Install with short run and add a P-trap which will help prevent flow of cold air. • Secure flex duct with screws or wire ties. Figure 3.20 Outside Air Installation Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 18: Heat-Zone-Wd-C Kit (Optional)

    12 in. (305mm) minimum clearance venting and heat zone box from register to ceiling Ceiling Register Wall Register Floor Register Ceiling Register Two Duct Kits Figure 3.24 Minimum Clearances to Combustibles Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 19: Installation

    昀椀replace. Comply with all minimum WARNING! Risk of Fire! clearances speci昀椀ed. • On the mounting plate, hand bend the tabs downward. A minimum 1/2 in. (13 mm) air clearance must be Slide the tabs over the outside of the starter pipe. Secure • maintained at the back and 1 in. (25 mm) to the sides with four sheet metal screws included in fasteners of the 昀椀replace assembly. package. Figure 3.26. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 20 Adapter with sheet metal screws Install Grill with Louvers pointed down Adapter Mounting Plate 45° Elbow Mounting Bracket Starter Pipe can rotate 180° Cover Plate Figure 3.28 Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 21 昀氀ush. The grille must be installed with the louvers pointing down. DO NOT USE ADJUSTABLE REGISTERS. NOTICE: 14-2 w/ground White White White Black Incoming Power (110V) Junction Box Removed Black Black Figure 3.33 Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 22: Electrical Wiring

    GREEN Power to the Fireplace Incoming Power (110V) Snap Disc bypass switch BLACK Figure 4.3 Fan Wiring Diagram Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 23: Chimney And Termination Requirements

    14.5 ft (4.42 m) min. height/single offset-return 40 1/2 in. 20 ft (6.10 m) min. height/double offset-return (1029 mm) to top of 90 ft (27.43 m) max. height fireplace Figure 5.1 Chimney Requirements Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 24: Offsets/Returns

    2137 39 1/8 76 7/8 1953 22 3/4 91 7/8 2334 43 1/4 1099 84 1/8 2137 96 1/2 2451 45 1/8 1146 87 1/4 2216 25 7/8 103 1/2 2629 49 1/4 1251 94 1/2 2400 Proper assembly of air-cooled chimney parts result in an overlap at chimney joints of 1-1/4 in. (32 mm). Effective length is built into this chart. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 25: Termination Requirements

    In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations, the wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap. Figure 5.3 Multiple Chimney Locations Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 26: Chimney Installation

    2 floor inch clearances. Figure 6.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation The SL300 series chimney (UL127 approved for use with this 昀椀replace) is shipped with wrap around warning labels installed. These labels may be removed from the sections of chimney exposed above the roo昀氀ine. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 27: Assemble Chimney Sections

    8 in./203 mm in diameter), the starter ring that came with the 昀椀replace must be removed and replaced with the Dura-Plus Base Plate. The CAK4A is not required with a Dura-Plus System. • Install the chimney pipe 昀椀rst. • Hand bend the tabs in position before placing on the 昀椀replace. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 28: Secure Offset/Return

    When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sec- tions, they must be locked into position with 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. See Fig- ure 6.5. * Use # 6 or # 8 sheet metal screw, or larger, no longer than 1/2 in. (13 mm). Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 29: Install Firestops

    Installing the Ceiling Firestop WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT seal area between 昀椀restop opening and chimney pipe except where they en- ter the attic or leave the warm air envelope of the home (use 600° F sealant). Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 30: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    The chimney must be enclosed from the 昀椀replace to the attic, maintaining the 2 inch clearances to combus- Figure 6.9 Install Attic Insulation Shield (昀椀restop below ceiling) tibles. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 31: Roof Penetration

    THIMBLE plumbing down to the center of the chimney. Lay out, cut and frame a 14-1/2 in. (368 mm) square opening (measured on the horizontal) through the ceiling and roof Figure 6.12 Installing Part: 12966A, Con昀椀guration 1 structure. Consult local codes for framing details. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 32: Install Chase/Chase Top

    NAIL Drip Edge ADJUSTABLE THIMBLE EXTENSION Chase HOLES .018 (26 ga) min. Figure 6.14 Installing Part 12966A Con昀椀guration 3 Galvanized Chase Top Figure 6.15 Chase Top Construction Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 33: Install Termination Cap

    Termination cap pipe and chimney section must be snapped together to maintain an overlap of 1-1/2 in. (38 mm). Figure 6.16 Installing a TR344 Round Termination Cap Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 34 2 in. (51 mm) maximum 4 3/4 in. (121 mm) maximum Figure 6.21 Installing CT-3A Cap Adapter Chase Chimney Pipe Figure 6.19 Installing a TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 35: Shrouds

    3 in (76 mm) air space from bottom of shroud Chase Top to top of chase. Figure 7.3 Shroud & TR Series cap with no Radiation Shield Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 36: Mailbox Style Shroud

    Minimum Shield Height Base Dimension Min. Height Above Bottom of Termination Cap Min. Opening Width Min. Opening Width Min. Opening Height Figure 7.5 Roofed Style Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 37: Finishing

    You are now ready to continue your installation with the desired decorative material. The template also serves as The decorative fascia must be removable for future NOTE: a protective covering and prevents damage to the front of serviceability. the 昀椀replace. ATTACH TEMPLATE HERE Figure 8.1 Install the Finishing Template Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 38: Finish The Wall

    60 in. (1524 mm) 38 in. (965 mm) Figure 8.5 Mantel Speci昀椀cations - Non-Combustible Mantel Figure 8.3 Mantel Height Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 39: Finishing The Hearth Extension

    WARNING! Risk of Fire! raised to bottom of fascia: You must comply with all minimum air space clearances Non-combustible 昀氀ooring a minimum of 20 in. (508 mm) to combustibles as speci昀椀ed. Framing or 昀椀nishing material in front of and 8 in. (203 mm) to either side of the fuel used on the front of, or in front of, the 昀椀replace closer than opening is required (see Figure 8.6). the minimums listed must be constructed entirely of non- combustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.). Failure to comply may cause 昀椀re. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 40: Non-Combustible Sealant Material

    昀氀ooring due to thermal expan- discoloration, cracking or other material failures of sion. Floating-style 昀氀ooring can be used, but will reach 昀椀nishing materials due to heat exposure or smoke. temperatures up to 110°F in a room with ambient tem- peratures of 70°F. Consult 昀氀ooring speci昀椀cations to en- • Choose 昀椀nishing materials carefully. sure compatibility. WARNING! Risk of Fire! Seal around 昀椀nishing material to 昀椀replace. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 41: Fireplace Setup

    IMPORTANT: Be certain you have the proper brick in the it is 昀氀ush with the side of the 昀椀rebox. correct location. Measure the brick size for accuracy. Fire Brick Con昀椀gurations Figure 9.1 Table 9.1 Brick Size Qty. in Set 1 Brick Wrap 2 Firebrick 13.25 x 3.25 3 Firebrick 13.25 x 4.50 x 1.25 4 Firebrick 12.25 x 4.50 5 Firebrick 12.25 x 3.25 Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 42: Baf昀氀E And Blanket Placement

    Front is required to complete the installation. Instructions for attachment of the front is included with it. Contact your local dealer with any questions on offerings or installation. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 43: Reference Materials

    Micore Hearth Extension, 20 in./508 mm wide Decorative Shroud - 3 ft x 3 ft (.91 m x .91 m) LDS33 Decorative Shroud - 4 ft x 6 ft (1.22 m x 1.83 LDS46 Storm Collar Decorative Shroud - 26 in. x 26 in. (660 mm x LDS-BV 660 mm) Field Constructed Shrouds (See “Woodburning Termination Cap”) Attic Shield Kit CT-3A-B Adapter - May be used with the following caps Attic Collar CT Series DT Series Duraplus Base Plate (required if using 8DP-BP Attic Spacer DuraPlus Chimney) Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 44 AS8 SL300 Straight Attic Insulation Shield (shipped with unit) (508 mm) 10-1/2 in. (267 mm) 1/2 in. (13 mm) HX4 Micore Hearth Extension 2 in. (51 mm) JB877 Chimney Joint Band Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 45 TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap 1168 DTS134 21.18 DTS146 21.18 1168 TR342-B Round Telescoping Termination Cap 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) ST375 Square Termination Cap TR344 Round Termination Cap Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 46 LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud Catalog # LDS33 TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap LDS46 1219 1829 LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # 12.5 15.5 LDS-BV CT-3-B TR-TVK Top Vent Kit Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 47: Accessories

    8x24 DuraPlus pipe (SS) DV-8DP-36 8x36 DuraPlus pipe DV-8DP-36SS 8x36 DuraPlus pipe (SS) DV-8DP-VC 8" DuraPlus chimney cap DV-6DP-IS Attic Insulation Shield B. Accessories Lintel Bar LINTEL BAR-HHT Finishing Template HHT-TEMPLATE-C Heat-Zone-WD-C Outside Air Offset Adapter OA-RD-6 Mesh-HHT-C Firescreen Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
  • Page 48: Offset Diagrams

    5-1/2 [89] [140] [13] [13] [13] [13] [51] [51] [1041] [940] [51] [51] [2413] [2311] [1372] [1372] Offset for 2x6 Wall Construction Offest for 2x4 Wall Construction Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...
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  • Page 50 Heatilator, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies 1915 West Saunders Street, Mount Pleasant, Iowa 52641 www.heatilator.com Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your nearest Heatilator dealer, please visit www.heatilator.com. Heatilator • C40-C Constitution Installation Manual • 4186-901 • Rev H • 03/23...