Heat & Glo EM-42 Owner's Manual
Heat & Glo EM-42 Owner's Manual

Heat & Glo EM-42 Owner's Manual

Woodburning fireplace

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Models:
EM-42

Woodburning 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
re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• Do not over re. Over ring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as speci ed. Failure to
comply may cause house re.
Installation and service of this replace should
be performed by quali ed personnel. Hearth
& Home Technologies suggests NFI certi ed
or factory-trained professionals, or technicians
supervised by an NFI certified
professional.
CAUTION
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.
Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
WARNING
HOT! DO NOT TOUCH.
SEVERE BURNS MAY RESULT.
CLOTHING IGNITION MAY RESULT.
Glass and other surfaces are hot
during operation and cool down.
Keep children away.
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room
as replace.
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
combustibles away.
WARNING
Fire Risk
For use with solid wood fuel or decorative
gas appliance only.
Do not install unvented gas logs.
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  • Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace

    For use with solid wood fuel or decorative or factory-trained professionals, or technicians gas appliance only. supervised by an NFI certified • Do not install unvented gas logs. professional. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 2 IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE, CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC., ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. 1915 W. SAUNDERS ST., MT. PLEASANT, IA 52641. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    C. Installation of Fan......25 Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signi es change in content. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 4: Listing And Code Approvals

    Installation and/or use of any component part not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies. Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by the above actions. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Basement installations should be avoided due to stack effect. Stack effect creates negative pressure in lower levels. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends the use of direct vent replaces in basements. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 6 Consider the replace location relative to oor and ceiling and attic joists. Recommended Recommended Location Location Marginal Location Location Recommended Location Recommended Windward Outside Air Intake Leeward Multi-level Roofs Figure 2.1 Recommended Chimney Locations Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 7: Typical Fireplace System

    V-shaped standoffs (spacers) Mantel and surround Decorative facing and trim Hearth extension Outside combustion air Factory-built fireplace Protective metal hearth strip(s) Figure 2.2 Typical Fireplace System Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 8: Tools And Supplies Needed

    Read all the instructions before starting the installation. Follow these instructions carefully during the • Keep replace dry. installation to ensure maximum safety and bene t. • Mold or rust may cause odors. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 9: Framing And Clearances

    5/8 in. (16 mm) all divider configurations 48 in. (1219 mm) 25-5/8 in. (651 mm) Model # 53-1/4 43-1/4 93-3/8 24-1/4 EM-42 1353 1099 2372 1194 1676 Figure 3.1 Fireplace Locations Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 10: Clearances

    Must have 2 in. (51 mm) minimum clearance to header 0 in. to level of standoffs 0 in. 1/2 in. (13 mm) to side of appliance to floor Figure 3.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 11: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    Use 41-1/4 in. only noncombustible (1048 mm) 43-1/4 in. material below the top (1099 mm) of the front standoffs. 25-5/8 in. (651 mm) Figure 3.4 Framing the Fireplace Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 12: Construct The Chase

    Figure 3.5 Chase Assembly • Maximum unsupported chimney above roof 6 ft 1.83 m Note: A maximum of two pairs of offsets and returns may be used. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 13: Installation Of Fireplace

    See Figure 4.3 for proper placement of outside air inlet. See Figure 4.4 for handle location/operation. Outside Air Kit Assy. Flexible Duct (not supplied) Outside Air Shield 2 Wire Ties Figure 4.1 Outside Air Installation Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 14 (preferably with short run or mainly straight duct, except small dip for cold air trap which will help prevent flow of cold air). Figure 4.3 Outside Combustion Air Placement Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 15: Secure The Fireplace

    Measure diagonal dis- tances of the opening to make sure they are equal. If they are not, continue to shim the replace until those diagonals are equal. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 16: Chimney Assembly

    Figure 5.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation NOTE: • Chimney performance may vary. • Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance. • Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 17: Chimney Requirements

    SL318 16-3/4 • Do NOT connect to any air distribution duct or SL324 22-3/4 system. SL336 34-3/4 SL348 46-3/4 1187 * Dimensions re ect effective height. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 18: Using Offsets/Returns

    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. one SL324. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 19: Assemble The Chimney Sections

    10 ft (3.05 m) of clear space. • Use same dimensional lumber as joists. Ceiling restop slows spread of re and reduces cold air in ltration. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 20: Install The Attic Insulation Shield

    Secure returns with strapping. • Straight chimney sections may be secured with screws (not to exceed 3/4 in./19 mm in length) at the joints. Keep chimney sections from separating or twisting. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 21: Complete The Enclosure

    If a roof ashing is to be used, install the roof ashing appropriate to the roof pitch and install a round termination cap and storm collar following the instructions shipped with the cap. Figure 6.3 Ceiling/Attic Construction Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 22: Chase Top

    Flashing Collar 2 in. (51 mm) min. 14-1/2 in. (368mm) max. Top of Pipe 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) min. overlap Figure 6.6 Installing a TR342 Round Telescoping Termination Cap Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 23 2 - 6 in. chase (51-152 mm) 2 in. (51 mm) (metal or masonry) SL pipe typical inner flue Figure 6.10 Installing a European Copper Series Termination Cap (CT3-King shown) Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 24: Accessories

    BRICK beyond 4 in. (102 mm) Insulation GAS LINE SUPPORT from fireplace side. Knockout BRACKET 4 in. (102 mm) Figure 7.4 Gas Line Installation Figure 7.3 Gas Line Installation Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 25: Installation Of Fan

    Note: If a speed control option is desired, it is recommended that you use the BC10 Motor Speed Control Kit supplied with the replace to ensure proper functioning. Refer to the instructions packed with it for proper installation. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 26: Finishing

    5-7/8 in. Common Brick 0.20 5-7/8 in. Ceramic Tile 12.50 0.08 14-5/8 in. Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus 0.046 2.18 1/2 in. 16-5/8 in. - 23-3/8 in. Marble 14.3-20.0 0.07-0.05 Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 27: Finishing Material

    Figure 8.5. Short stub walls are also acceptable if they are lation instructions. contained within the shaded area. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 28: Operating Instructions

    • Do not install unvented gas logs. maintain the system in top operating condition. Figure 9.1 General Operating Parts Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 29: Outside Air

    Smoke Risk prevent venting of combustion gases. • Doors must be fully opened or fully closed when operating replace. Partially opened doors may draw ame, smoke or heat from replace. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 30: Grate

    This sounds ridiculous but that is exactly what you are Do NOT store wood: • Closer than required clearances to doing if you burn unseasoned wood. combustibles to replace. • Within space required for loading or ash removal. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 31: Starting A Fire

    Combustible materials may ignite. replace and the refractory and paint to cure. You may notice an industrial odor the rst few res. This is consid- ered normal. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Creosote buildup in flue? Air register from furnace near fireplace? Damper closed? Doors opening and closing? Outside air Window closed closed? for start-up? Figure 10.1 Factory-built Fireplaces: Troubleshooting Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 33: Diagnostics And Problem Solving

    No: Add blower if available. No: Need for all heat boosts possible How much heat output do you • Unrealistic expectations Explanation of decorative nature of replace; suggestion of expect? approved replace insert. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 34 Is the chimney clean? • No: Creosote odor Have chimney cleaned. • Yes: Damper closed too early Wait until re completely out before closing damper. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 35: Maintenance And Servicing The Fireplace

    TS345/TS345P European Copper Series TR344/TR342 Square Square Terra Cotta Termination Cap Round Termination Cap Termination Cap Termination Caps (CT3-King shown) Termination Cap Figure 11.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 36: Maintenance Task List

    Failure to replace damaged components and make conduct a minimum of an NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection proper repairs creates risk of re. of the chimney. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 37: Reference Materials

    (197 mm) 10-1/4 in. 1-1/8 in. 3-7/8 in. (29 mm) (98 mm) (260 mm) 42-1/8 in. 10-1/4 in. (260 mm) (1070 mm) 3-1/2 in. 18-3/4 in. (89 mm) (476 mm) Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 38: Fireplace Components

    Bi-fold Glass Doors Gasketed Glass Doors AT1936 DM1936B AT1936B 52 in. (1321 mm) 16 in. (406 mm) FK-23 Fan Kit BC10 HX3 Hearth Extension Blower Control 1/2 in. (13 mm) Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 39 5-1/4 in. 4-3/4 in. (121 mm) Diameter (133 mm) 4 in. (102 mm) Effective Height 10-1/2 in. 10-1/2 in. (267 mm) (287 mm) SL3 Chimney Stabilizer CAK4A Chimney Air Kit Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 40 (267 mm) 24-5/8 in. (625 mm) 2 in. (51 mm) 31 in. (787 mm) JB877 Chimney Joint Band RF371 Roof Flashing 10-1/2 in. (267 mm) CB876 Chimney Joint Band Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 41 (337 mm) 16-1/4 in. (413 mm) 22 in. (559 mm) 23-1/8 in. (587 mm) LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # 18 in. (457 mm) 12-1/2 15-1/2 LDS-BV TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 42 CT3-King CT3-Queen CT3-Bishop 16 in. (406 mm) 21 in. (533 mm) 40-3/8 in. (1256 mm) 25-3/4 in. (654 mm) 18 in. 20-5/8 in. (457 mm) (524 mm) CT3-Knight CT3-Pawn Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 43 Minimum Height is measured from the bottom of the termination cap: Minimum height is established with the bottom of the termination cap 7 in. above the chase top. Minimum height must increase accordingly for any height above 7 in. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 44: Service Parts

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  • Page 45: Limited Warranty

    HHT reserves the right to make changes at anytime, without notice, in design, material, specifications and prices and the right to discontinue styles and products. Feb 2006 Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...
  • Page 46: Contact Information

    6748942, 6769426, 6774802, 6796302, 6840261, 6848441, 6863064, 6866205, 6869278, 6875012, 6880275, 6908039, 6919884, D320652, D445174, D462436; (Canada) 1297749, 2195264, 2225408, 2313972; (Australia) 780250, 780403, 1418504 or other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Heat & Glo • EM-42 • 28324 Rev U • 02/07...

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