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Heatilator EL36 Series Owner's Manual

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EL36 Series
EL42 Series
Wood Burning Fireplace
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Important operating
a n d m a i n t e n a n c e
instructions included.
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• Do not overfi re. Overfi ring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specifi ed. Failure to
comply may cause house fi re.
Installation and service of this fi replace
should be performed by qualifi ed personnel.
Hearth & Home Technologies suggests NFI
certifi ed or factory-trained professionals, or
technicians supervised by an
NFI certifi ed professional.
NOTICE
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
•
Read, understand
and follow these
instructions for safe
i n s t a l l a t i o n a n d
operation.
Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AD• 7/12
Owner's Manual
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Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
WARNING
Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.
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DO NOT touch screen/mesh or glass doors until
cooled
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NEVER allow children to touch screen/mesh or glass
doors
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Keep children away
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CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
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Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
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Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
fl ammable materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk
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For use with solid wood fuel or decorative
gas appliance only.
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DO NOT install unvented gas logs.
Installation and Operation
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors
and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool
down.
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation Models: EL36 Series EL42 Series Wood Burning Fireplace NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL • Read, understand • Leave this manual with • Important operating and follow these party responsible for a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions for safe use and operation.

  • Page 2: Congratulations

    Read this manual before installing or operating this fireplace. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. Congratulations! Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator wood burning This owner’s manual should be retained for future refer- fireplace. The Heatilator fireplace you have selected is ence.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. •...

  • Page 4: Warranty

    Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., on behalf of its hearth brands (”HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance...
  • Page 5 WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites. • This warranty is only valid while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation. •...

  • Page 6: Listing And Code Approvals

    Listing and Code Approvals B. Non-Combustible Materials A. Appliance Certification This fireplace system has been tested and listed in accor- • Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of dance with UL 127 and ULC-S610 standards by Under- any combination of the following: writers Laboratories Inc.

  • Page 7: User Guide

    User Guide Operating Instructions WARNING 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 •...

  • Page 8: Seasoned Wood

    B. Seasoned Wood D. Grate Properly seasoned wood is important for successful This fireplace is designed to be used with the grate sup- operation of your fireplace. Most woodburning fireplace plied with this unit or one approved by HHT. The grate will problems are caused by burning wet, unseasoned wood.

  • Page 9: Glass Doors

    H. Glass Doors J. Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters • Optional • Glass doors are optional. • Vented gas logs or gas log lighters can be installed in • Refer to Figure 2.2 for how to properly use them. this fi replace.

  • Page 10: Wood Fuel

    M. Wood Fuel Seasoned Wood • Cut logs to size Hardwood vs Softwood • Split to 6 in. (152 mm) or less Your fireplace performance depends on the quality of the • Air dry to a moisture content of around 20% firewood you use.

  • Page 11: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance and Service B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning A. Disposal of Ashes Frequency: When they reach bottom of grate Frequency: At least twice a year during heating season or as recommended by a certified chimney sweep By: Homeowner By: Certified chimney sweep WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ashes could contain hot em- WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ignited creosote is extremely bers.

  • Page 12: Check Firebox Refractory

    C. Check Firebox Refractory Frequency: After each ash removal By: Homeowner WARNING! Risk of Fire! Inspect fireplace refractory. Crumbling, deteriorated refractory can allow overheating of surrounding materials. Expansion and contraction will cause minor cracking of the refractory. This is normal. The refractory will require periodic replacement depending on use.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution Can’t get fire started Not enough kindling/paper or no Use dry kindling, more paper. Arrange kindling & Excessive smoke or spillage kindling/paper wood for air movement. Burns too slowly Not enough air for fire to ignite Check for restricted cap/shroud.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Installer Guide Getting Started A. Typical Fireplace System NOTICE: Additional lateral • Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations support for chimney and are for design purposes only. above roof (or enclosed • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. in chase) if needed •...

  • Page 15: Design And Installation Considerations

    B. Design and Installation Considerations D. Negative Pressure WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation! Negative pressure NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. can cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. Fire must draft properly for safe operation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.

  • Page 16: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    E. Locating Fireplace & Chimney Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor- mance. • Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially during lighting and die-down of the fire. •...

  • Page 17: Tools And Supplies Needed

    F. Tools and Supplies Needed H. Inspect Fireplace and Components WARNING! Risk of Fire and/or Explosion! Damaged Before beginning the installation be sure the following parts could impair safe operation. DO NOT install dam- tools and building supplies are available: aged, incomplete or substitute components.

  • Page 18: Framing & Clearances

    Framing & Clearances A. Select Fireplace Location Note: 1/2 in. (13 mm) min. air space from fireplace to combustible materials. Note: In addition to these framing dimensions, In an exterior chase also reference the Across a or projecting into a following sections: corner garage...

  • Page 19: Clearances

    B. Clearances WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles as specified in Fig- ure 6.2. DO NOT pack required air spaces with insulation or other materials. Storm Collar Roof Flashing Shaded areas represent 2 in.

  • Page 20: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    C. Sidewalls/Surrounds • Adjacent combustible sidewalls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening. • Combustible and non-combustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed within the gridded area, Figure 6.3. 4 in. FLUSH BRICK [102 mm]...

  • Page 21: Installation Of Fireplace

    Installation of Fireplace CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal edges are sharp. A. Things to Consider • Location of chimney air kit (see Figure 7.4) • Location(s) of outside air kit • Electrical connections and/or wall switch •...
  • Page 22 3 ft min. from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet. Note: Chimney air kit is not shown, but is required in Canada. Figure 7.3 Possible Outside Air Inlet Locations Garage or Outlet blocked by combustible snow, leaves, etc. liquids storage Attic space Outlet placed...

  • Page 23: Install Outside Air Kit

    E. Install Outside Air Kit • Optional. • Keep duct runs short and straight to minimize restriction. A small dip is acceptable for a cold air trap. • The outside air kit must be installed on the left hand side of the fireplace.

  • Page 24: Chimney Assembly

    Chimney Assembly NOTICE: Chimney performance may vary. • Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance. • Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs. Chimney must extend Termination Cap beyond combustible roof structure Additional support for Maintain minimum tall chimneys height of chimney...

  • Page 25: Chimney Requirements

    A. Chimney Requirements Determine the chimney components needed to complete your particular installation: Measure vertical distances from the base of the fireplace as shown in Figure 8.2. • Measure the total vertical height of the fireplace installation from the base of the fireplace assembly to •...

  • Page 26: Using Offsets/Returns

    B. Using Offsets/Returns • Use an offset/return to bypass overhead obstructions. • An offset and return can be used as a single entity or separated by chimney section(s). WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT use offset/returns greater than 30°. Chimney draft will be restricted and could cause overheating and fire.

  • Page 27: Assemble Chimney Sections

    C. Assemble Chimney Sections WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT install substitute or damaged chimney components. • Use only those components described in this manual. Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair safe operation and cause overheating and fire. • Support the pipe during construction and check to be sure inadvertent loading has not dislodged the chimney section from the fireplace or at any chimney joint.

  • Page 28: Install Ceiling Firestops

    E. Install Ceiling Firestops ROOM ABOVE (non-insulated ceiling) CAUTION! Risk of Fire! Ceiling firestops must be used whenever the chimney penetrates a ceiling/floor. • Chase construction requires ceiling firestops at each floor or every 10 ft (3.05 m) of clear space. •...

  • Page 29: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    F. Install Attic Insulation Shield Bend remaining tabs WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST install an attic insu- to rest against pipe to prevent insulation lation shield when there is any possibility of insulation or Bend inward from falling in. other combustible material coming into contact with the 90°...

  • Page 30: Cut Out Hole In Roof

    G. Cut out Hole in Roof • Refer to Figure 8.9. • 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 14-1/2 in. x 14-1/2 in.

  • Page 31: Chimney Termination Requirements

    J. Chimney Termination Requirements • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow or other materials. • Locate cap away from trees or other structures. • 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 roof within 10 ft (3.05 m) as shown in Figure 8.10.

  • Page 32: Chase Installations

    Chase Installations Gas line holes and other openings should be caulked with A. Construct the Chase high temperature caulk or stuffed with unfaced fiberglass A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the insulation. If the fireplace is being installed on a cement fireplace and/or its vent system.

  • Page 33: Install Fireplace & Chimney

    B. Install Fireplace & Chimney Install as per Sections 7 and 8. C. Install Chase Top 2 in. (51 mm) Collar Slope Downward on Chase Top • You MUST use a chase top in a chase installation. Chase (1/4 in. per foot minimum) tops are available from your Heatilator dealer or may be field constructed.

  • Page 34: Install Termination Cap

    D. Install Termination Cap • TR342 Round Telescoping Termination Cap Install the chimney sections up through the chase enclo- Assemble sure. Termination storm collar around extended • Caulk the overlap seam of any exposed pipe sections  termination cap pipe that are located above the roof line to prevent leaks.
  • Page 35 • TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap Place waterproof sealer under each flange of the termination cap and on top of each screw to help prevent leaks. Termination Cap The last section of pipe must stop between 2 in. (51 mm) above the top of the chase and 4 3/4 in.

  • Page 36: Shrouds

    Shrouds A. Radiation Shield Ø 17 1/2 in. (444.5 mm) Round Hole to fit over cap • Some shrouds require a radiation shield. Use where specified. • Radiation shield must be constructed of minimum 26 ga sheet metal. B. Field Constructed Shrouds 3 in.
  • Page 37 Mailbox Style Shroud (radiation shield required) 3 in. (76 mm) Min. Opening Height Min. Height above radiation shield Min. Base Dim Min. TS345 TR342 TR342/344TV Base Dim Min. Opening Width Min. Base Dims. 26-1/2 x 28 28 x 30 3 in. (76 mm) Min. Radiation Shield Height 673 x 711 711 x 762...

  • Page 38: Finishing

    Finishing A. Non-Combustible Materials C. Hearth Extension • Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of WARNING! Risk of fire! High temperatures, sparks, any combination of the following: embers or other burning material falling from the fireplace Steel - Iron may ignite flooring or concealed combustible surfaces.
  • Page 39 Raised Hearth Extension Framing Model # WARNING! Risk of Fire. A raised hearth extension built flush with the fireplace opening (Figure 11.3) or less than EL36 4 in. (102 mm) below the fireplace opening requires the 1321 fireplace be installed on a non-combustible surface. EL42 1676 The hearth framing must be constructed of non-combus-...
  • Page 40 Non-combustible Finishing Materials Figure 11.5 Raised Platform Hearth Extension-Finishing Materi- Non-combustible Sealant After completing the framing and applying the facing materials over the framing, a bead of non-combustible sealant must be used to close off any gaps at the top and sides between the fireplace hearth.

  • Page 41: Finishing Material

    D. Finishing Material Refer to Sections 11.A. and Sections 11.B. for combus- tible/non-combustible materials. Refer to Figure 11.7 for non-combustible zone. These surfaces may be covered with non-combustible WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must maintain clearances. material. Non-combustible • Use only non-combustible framing material below sealant.

  • Page 42: Combustible Mantel

    E. Combustible Mantel • Refer to shaded areas of Figure 11.9 for the location and dimensions of a combustible mantel. • A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 12 in. (305 mm) above the top of the fireplace opening. •...

  • Page 43: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    F. Sidewalls/Surrounds • Adjacent combustible sidewalls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening. • Combustible or non-combustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed per Figure 11.10. Figure 11.10 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (acceptable on both sides of opening) Heatilator •...

  • Page 44: Accessories

    Accessories A. Gas Log/Lighter Provision B. Wood Burning Inserts WARNING! Risk of Fire! Improper installation of wood in- WARNING! Fire and/or Asphyxiation Risk! Use with serts may cause fireplace or chimney system to overheat. solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only. Gas fire generates fumes.

  • Page 45: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Fireplace Dimensions Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AD• 7/12...

  • Page 46: Optional Components

    B. Optional Components 52 in. (1321 mm) 16 in. (406 mm) 1/2 in. HX3 Hearth Extension (13 mm) 66 in. (1676 mm) 20 in. (508 mm) Bifold Glass Doors DM1036, DM1042 1/2 in. HX4 Hearth Extension (13 mm) 4044-036 Air Kit Parts 4044-036 Air Kit Parts 4044-036 Air Kit Parts 4044-036 Air Kit Parts...

  • Page 47: Chimney Components

    C. Chimney Components The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catalog # Description ID4 Insulated Duct SL306 Chimney Section - 6 in. (152 mm) long 4 in. (102 mm) i.d. SL312 Chimney Section - 12 in.
  • Page 48 Inside Diameter 8 in. (203 mm) Outside Effective Diameter Height 14-1/2 in. 10-1/2 in. 4-3/4 in. (368 mm) (267 mm) (121 mm) Ceiling Firestop Catalog # SL315/SL330 Offset/Return FS338 0-deg. 14-1/2 in. 368 mm FS339 15-deg. 18-3/8 in. 467 mm FS340 30-deg.
  • Page 49 22 1/2 in. (572 mm) 16 1/2 in. (419 mm) 9 1/2 in. (241 mm) 9 1/2 in. DTS134/DTS146 DTO134/DTO146 Decorative Caps (241 mm) DTO134 TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap DTO146 22.7 1168 DTS134 21.18 DTS146 21.18 72 in. 36 in. 1168 (1829 mm) (914 mm)
  • Page 50 EL36 Service Parts Diagram Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2005 ELEMENT Woodburning Fireplace Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 2- Damper Kit (Air Handle) 2 Piece Rod 1Piece Rod Part number list on following page. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AD • 7/12...

  • Page 51: D. Service Parts

    EL36 D. Service Parts  Service Parts List Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2005 ELEMENT Woodburning Fireplace Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed Stocked in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.
  • Page 52 EL42 D. Service Parts Service Parts Diagram Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2005 ELEMENT Woodburning Fireplace Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 2- Damper Kit (Air Handle) 2 Piece Rod 1Piece Rod Part number list on following page. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AD • 7/12...
  • Page 53 EL42 D. Service Parts (continued) Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2005 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Service Parts List IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed Stocked in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.

  • Page 54: E. Contact Information

    E. Contact Information Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. 1915 W. Saunders Street Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641 www.heatilator.com Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Heatilator dealer, please visit www.heatilator.com. – NOTES – CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL •...

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