Heatilator BIR50 Owner's Manual
Heatilator BIR50 Owner's Manual

Heatilator BIR50 Owner's Manual

Installation and operation
Hide thumbs Also See for BIR50:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Models:
BIR50
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 • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08
Owner's Manual
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.
Installation and Operation
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors and
other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
1

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the BIR50 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Summary of Contents for Heatilator BIR50

  • 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 • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • 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 signifi es change in content. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    D. Level Fireplace ......21 Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 4: Warranty

    In no event shall HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the product. Adjustments, regular maintenance, cleaning and temporary repairs, or the failure to duplicate the problem in the home is not covered under this warranty. 4021-645A 09-01-08 Page 1 of 2 Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 5 If warranty service is needed, you should contact your installing dealer. If the installing dealer is unable to provide necessary parts or components, contact the nearest authorized HHT dealer or supplier. 4021-645A 09-01-08 Page 2 of 2 Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 6: Listing And Code Approvals

    NOTICE: This fi replace is tested and approved as a decorative fi replace. It should not be factored as a primary heat source in residential heating calculations. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 7: User Guide

    Turn handle to unlock, UP to Open pull towards the inside of the fireplace to open. DOWN to Close Reverse steps to close & lock. Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 8: Seasoned Wood

    NOTICE: Do not substitute for HHT mortar. Other materials CAUTION! Odors and vapors released during initial opera- may stain the molded brick panels. tion may be irritating to sensitive individuals. Open windows for air circulation. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 9: Glass Doors

    Figure 2.2 Operating Positions of Bi-fold Doors 48 in. (121.9 cm) Clear Space Front of Fireplace 24 in. (61.0 cm) Clear Space Sides of Fireplace Opening Figure 2.3 Clear Space Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 10: Wood Fuel

    fi relogs that have been evaluated for the application in manufactured fi replaces and refer to fi relog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 11: Maintainance And Service

    When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fi re. Remove 4 screws & lift off top. 14DCA-VC Termination Cap Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 12: Check Firebox Molded Brick Panel

    • Light deposits Use household glass cleaner • Heavy deposits Use wood ash on damp cloth or, Use commercial fi replace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer) Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    Add glass doors to slow down air fl ow. Overdrafting Check for correct vent height; too much vertical height creates overdrafting. Check location of vent termination (refer to chimney assembly section). Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 14: Installer Guide

    Mantel and surround (Section 12) Decorative facing and trim (Sections 12) Hearth extension (Sections 12) Outside Air Factory-built fireplace (both sides) Protective metal hearth strip(s) (Section 7) Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 15: Design And Installation Considerations

    NOTICE: The fireplace provides some outside air for combustion. Other methods may be necessary if more air is required. NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of direct vent appliances in basements. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 16: Locating Your Fireplace & Chimney

    • Avoid outside wall in cooler climates Windward Leeward Multi-level Roofs Recommended: NOT recommended: Outside Air Intake Outside Air Intake on windward side on leeward side Figure 5.1 Recommended Chimney Locations Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 17: Tools And Supplies Needed

    • Hearth Molded Brick Panel Molded brick panel kit must be installed, but is sold separately • Grate Assembly • Outside Air Kits Duct must be installed, but sold separately Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 18: Framing & Clearances

    BIR-50 85 7/8 61 7/8 103 1/4 51 5/8 25 1/4 28 3/8 2181 1572 2623 1311 1854 NOTICE: Both outside air kits MUST be installed. Figure 6.1 Fireplace Locations Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 19: Clearances

    1-1/2 in. (38 mm) to back & sides of appliance (except at nailing flanges 0 in. where it is 1/2 in. [13 mm]) to floor Figure 6.2 Air Space Clearances Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 20: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    * If interior of chase will be drywalled, add the thickness to this meaurement. ** Adjust header height for raised fl oor under fi replace. Figure 6.4 Framing the Fireplace Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 21: Installation Of Fireplace

    fl ange. • Check fi replace opening for square to ensure proper fi t of glass doors. Measure diagonals of fi replace opening to make sure they are equal. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 22: Install Outside Air Kit

    Blockages could cause the unit to overheat. Figure 7.5 Outside Air Installation NOTICE: The fireplace provides some outside air for combustion. Other methods may be necessary if more air is required. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 23: Chimney Assembly

    This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with 14-in. DuraChimney II only. Figure 8.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 24: Chimney Requirements

    Chimney Sections* 74 1/8 in. 14DCA-12 10 1/2 (1883 mm) 14DCA-18 16 1/2 Effective Height 14DCA-36 34 1/2 14DCA-48 46 1/2 1181 * Dimensions refl ect effective height. Figure 8.2 Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 25: Clearances

    Maintain the minimum 2-inch clearance/air space. Maintain the minimum clearances and dimensions as specifi ed in Table 8.1. Table 8.2 Diameter Framing Dimension 14” 21” X 21” Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 26: Assemble Chimney Sections

    50 ft or if required by 25 ft. of chimney fireplace manufacturer Maintain 2 in. clearance from chimney to framing Figure 8.4 Figure 8.6 Chase Frame Stabilizer Plumbers Tape Figure 8.5 Figure 8.7 Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 27: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    Attic Insulation Shield. Tighten the bolts to secure the Collar in place (Figure 8.9). Attic Attic Chase Insulation Enclosure Shield Figure 8.10 Firestop Figure 8.8 Attic Attic Shield Collar Firestop Figure 8.9 Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 28: Finish Top

    Be sure that the chimney remains vertical. Collar Elbow Strap Elbow Strap 1 in. min. 1 per Section Figure 8.14 30° or 15° Termination Elbow Figure 8.17 Figure 8.16 Figure 8.15 Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 29: Chimney 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 8.18 Multiple Chimney Locations Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 30: Chase Installations

    Failure to prevent contact between insulation or other of the chase materials and chimney system may cause overheating Insulation Insulation and fi re. False Ceiling False Ceiling Chimney Ceiling Firestop Figure 9.1 Chase Assembly Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 31: Install Fireplace & Chimney

    NOTICE: Paint the termination cap with a rust-resistant Dura-Vent) Fabricated paint to protect against the effects of corrosion on those Spaces Locally parts exposed to the weather. Figure 9.3 Chase Top Construction Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 32: Shrouds

    6 in. (152 mm) above chase top flashing. Maintain 2 in. (51 mm) clearance between Field-fabricated DuraChimney II and spacers for chase chase enclosure top flashing Figure 10.1 Shroud Requirements Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 33: House Style Shroud

    Shaded area represents screened open area. Actual shape of shroud may vary as long as minimum dimen- sions and minimum open area requirements are met. Figure 10.2 House-Style Shroud Minmum Dimensions Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 34: Arch / Mailbox Style Shroud

    Shaded area represents screened open area. Actual shape of shroud may vary as long as minimum dimen- sions and minimum open area requirements are met. Figure 10.4 Pyramid-Style Shroud Minimum Dimensions Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 35: Installation Of Molded Brick Panel

    Molded Brick Panel Right Side Molded Brick Panel removed for clarity Lower Side Lower Back Molded Brick Panel Molded Brick Panel Hearth Molded Brick Panel Figure 11.1 Traditional Molded Brick Panel Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 36: Installing Side Molded Brick Panel-Herringbone

    Upper Side Molded Brick Panel Molded Brick Panel Lower Back Molded Brick Panel Lower Side Molded Brick Panel Grate Brackets Hearth Molded Brick Panel Figure 11.2 Herringbone Molded Brick Panel Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 37: Install Mortar

    • Fasten the fl at end of the screen rod back in place using the screw removed earlier. Figure 11.4 Install Screens • Repeat for the other screen panel. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 38: Finishing

    0.08 25-3/4 in. (654 mm) Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus 0.46 2.18 1 in. (25.4 mm) Marble 14.3 to 20.0 0.07 to 0.05 29-1/2 to 41 in. (749.3 to 1041.4 mm) Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 39 Finishing Material desired hearth height. Protective Metal 1 in. Micore or Floor Hearth Strips equivalent insulation & 1/2 in. Durock Noncombustible Framing Material Figure 12.3 Raised Platform Hearth Extension Detail Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 40 Figure 12.7 Flush Hearth Extension 1 in. (25.4 mm) Micore and Protective Metal Noncombustible Finishing Material 1/2 in. (13 mm) Hearth Strip Durock Figure 12.8 Flush Hearth Extension Side View Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 41: Finishing Material

    Floor constructed of wood or 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 12.10 Decorative Facing Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 42: Combustible Mantel

    12 in./305 mm MAXIMUM Notches 22 in./559 mm MINIMUM Noncombustible Decorative Facing Measured from top of fireplace opening Seal joint with non-combustible sealant Figure 12.11 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 43: Mantel, Adding Extra Support

    Use drywall screws to fasten the mantel to the metal framing. Notches Figure 12.14 Secure to Framing (both ends) 2 in. (51 mm) Figure12.12 Notch the Metal Track Notches in standoffs Figure 12.13 Notch in Standoffs Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 44: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    24 in. (305 mm) from the fi replace opening. • Combustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed per Figure 12.15. Figure 12.15 Combustible Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening) Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 45: Accessories

    • Hearth & Home Technologies recommends securing the reline at the top of the fl ue and using the cap certifi ed for use with this fi replace system. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 46: Reference Materials

    3 3/4 in. 1270 mm 11 1/8 in. 11 1/8 in. 97 mm 282 mm 282 mm 60 7/8 in. 16 1/8 in. 1546 mm 408 mm 16 1/8 in. 408 mm Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 47: Optional Components

    Wall Strap 42 in. (1067 mm) (Required/shipped separately) CT14-A Adapter-may only be used with the following copper caps CT-King CT-BishopI DFG4050 Series Glass Doors (optional) DFS4050 Series Screen Doors (optional) Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 48: Service Parts

    D. Service Parts Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 49 This page intentionally left blank. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 50 This page intentionally left blank. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 51 This page intentionally left blank. Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50 • 4059-332 Rev F • 11/08...
  • Page 52: 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 •...

Table of Contents