Heatilator EL36 Series Owner's Manual

Wood burning fireplace installation and operation
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Models:
EL36 Series
EL42 Series
Wood Burning Fireplace
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 AC• 4/11
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
WARNING
Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.
DO NOT touch screen/mesh or glass doors until
cooled
NEVER allow children to touch screen/mesh or glass
doors
Keep children away
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
fl ammable materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk
For use with solid wood fuel or decorative
gas appliance only.
DO NOT install unvented gas logs.
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors
and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool
down.
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  • Page 1 • For use with solid wood fuel or decorative technicians supervised by an gas appliance only. NFI certifi ed professional. • DO NOT install unvented gas logs. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 2: Congratulations

    CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC., ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. 1915 W. SAUNDERS ST., MT. PLEASANT, IA 52641. Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signifies change in content.  Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tools and Supplies Needed E. Contact Information G. Fireplace System Requirements H. Inspect Fireplace and Components Framing & Clearances A. Select Fireplace Location B. Clearances C. Sidewalls/Surrounds D. Frame the Fireplace Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 4: Warranty

    Limited 3 years Firebox and heat exchanger Lifetime All replacement parts 90 Days beyond warranty period See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page. 4021-645C 12-29-10 Page 1 of 2 Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 5 THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE. 4021-645C 12-29-10 Page 2 of 2 Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 6: Listing And Code Approvals

    NOTICE: This fireplace is tested and approved as a decorative fireplace. It should not be factored as a primary heat source in residential heating calculations. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 7: User Guide

    WARNING! DO NOT operate fi replace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fi replace according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury. Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 8: Seasoned Wood

    Add a minimum of three average size pieces of split firewood, placed to allow combustion air and flames between them. CAUTION! Odors and vapors released during initial operation may be irritating to sensitive individuals. Open windows for air circulation. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 9: Glass Doors

    HOT when fi replace is in operation. Adjust BEFORE lighting fi re. 48 in. (1219 mm) Clear Space 12 in. (305 mm) Front of Fireplace Clear Space Sides of Fireplace (from the FP opening) Figure 2.3 Clear Space Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 10: Wood Fuel

    Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use formation of creosote. only firelogs that have been evaluated for the application in manufactured fireplaces and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 11: Maintenance And Service

    Top Cover Chimney Slip Chase Section ST375 TS345/TS345P TCT375 TR344/TR342 Square Square Terra Cotta Round Termination Cap Termination Cap Termination Caps Termination Cap DT SERIES Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 12: Check Firebox Refractory

    Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available cleaner or ashes: • Light deposits Use household glass cleaner • Heavy deposits Use wood ash on damp cloth or, Use commercial fireplace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer) Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    No glass doors Add glass doors to slow down air flow. Overdrafting Check for correct vent height; too much vertical height creates overdrafting. Check location of vent termination (refer to chimney assembly section). Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Cooling air kit- Outlet must be no less than Hearth extension 12 inches off ground (Section 11.C.) level Factory-built fireplace Protective metal hearth strip(s) (Section 7.C.) Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 15: Design And Installation Considerations

    Tight sealing construction of the structure • Mechanical exhausting devices NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends • Improper location of the chimney the use of direct vent fireplaces in basements. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 16: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    • Too close to tree • Below adjacent structure Recommended: • Insulated exterior chase • Lower roof line • Avoid outside wall in cooler climates Windward Leeward Multi-level Roofs Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 17: Tools And Supplies Needed

    • Hearth Refractory • Grate Assembly • Hearth Extension (required, sold separately) • Chimney Air Kit (required in Canada) • Chimney System (required, sold separately) • Termination Cap (required, sold separately) Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 18: Framing & Clearances

    1219 opening to any inches 73 7/8 65 1/2 37 1/4 52 1/4 21 1/2 EL42 perpendicular wall. 1219 1422 1876 1664 1327 Figure 6.1 Fireplace Locations (Framing dimensions shown) Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 19: Clearances

    1/2 in. (13 mm) to back & sides of appliance 48 in. 1219 mm 0 in. to floor Figure 6.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials Note: Chimney air kit is not shown, but is required in Canada. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 20: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    1010 * If interior of chase will be drywalled, add the thickness to this measurement. ** Adjust header height for a raised floor under fireplace. Figure 6.4 Framing the Fireplace Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 21: Installation Of Fireplace

    Check fireplace opening for square to ensure proper fit per Figure 7.2. See Section 11 for hearth extension of glass doors. Measure diagonals of fireplace opening instructions. to make sure they are equal. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 22 Figure 7.4 Outside Combustion Air Placement Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 23: Install Outside Air Kit

    • Locate outside air inlet to prevent blockage from leaves, snow/ice, or other debris. Blockages could cause combustion air starvation. Flexible Duct (not supplied) Outside Air Plate Outside Air Assembly Hood 2 Wire Ties Figure 7.5 Outside Air Installation Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 24: Chimney Assembly

    Lock chimney sections together firmly to resist movement Ceiling firestops are required where chimney passes through ceiling or floor Figure 8.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 25: Chimney Requirements

    20 ft. (6.1 m) min. height/double offset-return Effective Height SL318 16-3/4 90 ft (27.43 m) max. height SL324 22-3/4 SL336 34-3/4 SL348 46-3/4 1187 * Dimensions reflect effective height. Figure 8.2 Chimney Requirements Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 26: Using Offsets/Returns

    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 • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 27: Assemble Chimney Sections

    • Vertical straight runs of chimney must be supported every 35 ft (10.7 m). D. Install Chimney Air Kit • Required in Canada. • Follow instructions provided with this accessory. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 28: Install Ceiling Firestops

    (use 600° F sealant). Catalog # Angle FS338 14-1/2 14-1/2 0° FS339 14-1/2 18-3/8 15° FS340 14-1/2 30° Figure 8.5 Installing the Ceiling Firestop Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 29: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    Attic Insulation Shield 14-1/2 in. (368 mm) diameter 6 Tabs bent in 90° Insulation Insulation 10-1/2 in. Ceiling Firestop Pipe (267 mm) Figure 8.8 Install Attic Insulation Shield (firestop below ceiling) Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 30: Cut Out Hole In Roof

    All nail heads must be caulked with a roofing sealant. • Caulk the overlap seam of any exposed pipe sections  that are located above the roof line to prevent leaks. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 31: Chimney Termination Requirements

    Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the decorative cap cover. In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations, the wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap. Figure 8.10 Multiple Chimney Locations Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 32: Chase Installations

    False Ceiling False Ceiling • Failure to prevent contact between insulation or other Chimney materials and chimney system may cause overheating and fire. Figure 9.1 Chase Assembly Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 33: Install Fireplace & Chimney

    • 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. • Include a turndown and drip edge to prevent water from Turn-down seeping into the chase.
  • Page 34: Install Termination Cap

    Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) together to maintain an overlap of 1-1/2 in. (38 mm). Figure 9.4 Installing a TR344 Round Termination Cap Figure 9.6 Installing an ST375 Square Termination Cap Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 35 2 in. (51 mm) 7 in. (178 mm) Chase Chimney Pipe Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Figure 9.8 Installing a TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 36: Shrouds

    584 x 584 Min. Opening Width 17 x 17 22 x 22 20 x 20 432 x 432 559 x 559 508 x 508 Figure 10.2 Open Top Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 37 Min. Base Dims. 27 x 27 27 x 27 686 x 686 686 x 686 Min. Height Above Radiation Shield Min. Opening Width Min. Opening Height Figure 10.4 Roofed Style Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 38: Finishing

    0.20 5-1/8 in. Common Brick 0.20 5-1/8 in. Ceramic Tile 12.50 0.08 12-1/4 in. Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus 0.46 2.18 1/2 in. Marble 14.3-20.0 0.07-0.05 14-5/8 in. - 20-3/8 in. Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 39 Floor constructed of wood or Framing Material Metal Hearth Strip is required other combustible material under the front of the fireplace equivalent insulation Figure 11.2 Hearth Extension Construction Figure 11.4 Raised Platform Hearth Extension-Framing Materials Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 40 Non-combustible Sealant Figure 11.6 Place Non-combustible Sealant Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 41: Finishing Material

    Floor constructed of wood or insulation under the front of the fireplace and must other combustible material extend beyond the front and sides of fireplace opening by 2 in. (51 mm) Figure 11.8 Decorative Facing Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 42: Combustible Mantel

    Measured from top of fireplace opening Non-combustible Decorative Facing such as: Steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass, plasters. Figure 11.9 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 43: 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 • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 44: Accessories

    Combustible materials may be located at zero clearance to gas line Repack beyond 4 in. (102 mm) insulation from fireplace side. knockout 4 in. (102 mm) Figure 12.1 Gas Line Installation Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 45: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Fireplace Dimensions Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 46: Optional Components

    2 Wire Ties 2 Wire Ties 2 Wire Ties 2 Wire Ties 2 Wire Ties 2 Wire Ties Hood Hood Hood Hood Assembly 42 in. AK24 (1067 mm) Outside Air Kit Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 47: Chimney Components

    CT-Series DT-Series CAK4A Chimney Air Kit Inside Diameter 20-3/4 in. 8 in. (527 mm) (203 mm) Outside 4-3/4 in. (121 mm) Diameter Effective Height 10-1/2 in. (267 mm) SL3 Vent Stabilizer Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 48 19 in. (483 mm) TR342 Round Telescoping Termination Cap CT-3A 15-5/8 in. (397 mm) 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) TR-TVK ST375 Square Termination Cap TR344 Round Termination Cap TR Top Vent Kit Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC • 4/11...
  • Page 49 16 1/4 in. (413 mm) 26 1/2 in. (673 mm) 28 5/8 in. (727 mm) LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # 18 in. 12.5 15.5 (457 mm) LDS-BV TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 50 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 AC • 4/11...
  • Page 51: D. Service Parts

    Hair Pin Clip Pkg of 24 101025/24 Nailing Flange Qty 4 req 4044-161 Qty 2 req 4044-116 Smoke Baffle Strip Protector Qty 2 req 18320 Installation Instructions and Owner's Manual 4044-132 Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 52 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 AC • 4/11...
  • Page 53 Smoke Shield Kit Installation Instructions 4044-165 Nailing Flange Qty 4 req 4044-161 Smoke Baffle Qty 2 req 4044-116 Strip Protector 18320 Hair Pin Clip Pkg of 24 101025/24 4044-132 Installation Instructions and Owner's Manual Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AC• 4/11...
  • Page 54: E. Contact Information

    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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