Travis Industries Small Flush Owner's Manual

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SAFETY NOTICE:
If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result.
For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local
building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
Travis Industries, Inc.
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
Mukilteo, WA 98275
www.travisproducts.com
Small Flush
Wood Insert
(Arched or Rectangular)
© Copyright 2013, T.I.
$10.00
100-01342
4131101
Listed
Tested to: U.L. 1482 & ULC S628

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  • Page 1 Small Flush Wood Insert (Arched or Rectangular) with Hybrid-Fyre™ Technology Owner's Manual • Masonry Fireplace Insert • Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Insert Save these instructions for future reference SAFETY NOTICE: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Small Flush Wood Insert. In purchasing a Small Flush Wood Insert you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. This insert is one of the finest appliances the world over.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Minimum Fireplace Size ........38   Inspecting & Cleaning the Combustor ....23   Igniter Firebrick and Housing ......38   Starting a Fire ..........24   Listing Label ............42   Adjusting the Burn Rate ........ 25 © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 4 (UL 103 HT) Clay cause a house fire. residential type chimney or an Liner Do not connect this appliance to approved masonry chimney with any chimney serving another a standard clay tile, or stainless appliance. steel liner. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 5 Always follow the instructions in this manual. Travis Industries, Inc. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your appliance, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).
  • Page 6: Installation Options

    58mm 13.5" 343mm 1.5" 39mm Emissions and Efficiency 0.89 Grams per Hour (EPA Phase II Approved) 76.5% Efficiency (B415 – EPA) Tested for efficiency using B-415.1-10 using the HHV for the test fuel heating value. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 7: Planning The Installation

    Planning the Installation We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your fireplace insert. If you install the fireplace insert yourself, your authorized dealer should review your installation plans. Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this fireplace insert and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation.
  • Page 8: Fireplace Requirements

    Attach the "This fireplace has been altered..." plate to the fireplace (use two screws or other suitable method). You may wish to place it in a location where it will be covered by the surround panels. © Travis Industries 100-01342...
  • Page 9: Insert Placement Requirements

    Front Hearth 16” 407mm (USA) 18” 458mm (Canada) p Side Hearth 8" 204mm q Front of Insert 36" 915mm s Mantel Column (max. 8” 204mm deep) 6.25" 159mm x Extension Onto Hearth 1.5" 39mm Side Wall © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 10: Hearth Requirements

    Non-Combustible Spark Protection Non-Combustible Hearth (Tile, Cement Board, Steel, etc.) (min. R-Value 1.19) Min. 2" (51mm) USA Min. 16" (407mm) USA Min. 16" (407mm) Combustible Combustible Canada Min. 18" (458mm) Flooring Canada Min. 18" (458mm) Flooring © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 11: Masonry Fireplace Requirements

    This appliance relies upon natural draft to operate. External forces, such as wind, barometric pressure, topography, or factors of the home (negative pressure from exhaust fans, chimneys, air infiltration, etc.), may adversely affect draft. Travis Industries cannot be responsible for external forces leading to less than optimal performance.
  • Page 12: Leveling Bolt Installation

    BOLT LENGTH: The included bolts allow approximately 1” of rise. If additional rise is required, use a longer 1/2-13 thread bolt. Make sure the additional bolt length does not interfere with the cover plate. Figure 2 © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 13: Flue Adapter Installation

    Start above the bypass rod notch and wrap the gasket twice around the liner adapter overlapping the second wrap over the top edge of the first wrap (shown below). © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 14 Slide the insert into place. Make sure the adapter fits over the opening for the flue. A flue adapter pull-stick is included to help position the flue adapter in place. Insert the pull stick through one of the holes for the flue adapter bolt. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 15 Thread the pull stick into the flue adapter and turn 4 to 6 times. Use the pull stick to guide the flue adapter into position. Push the insert slightly, then pull on the pull stick. Repeat step 8 until the insert is in position. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 16 10 Remove the pull stick and place it aside (behind surround panels, inside the fireplace for future use). 11 Replace the two bolts removed in step 1. Tighten the bolts fully, making sure the flue adapter is seated. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 17: Vent Overview

    See the section "Insert We recommend using non-combustible Placement Requirements" for fiberglass insulation to seal the fireplace minimum clearances and enclosure (chimney top and bottom, and hearth required. surround panels) Seal the flue connection with the included gasket. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 18: Surround Panel Installation

    Lift the face up and pull back to remove. Take care to prevent damage to the wiring (disconnect if necessary). See the instructions included with the face for full details. FACE SIZING: 30” Wide, 21.5” Tall © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 19: Re-Routing The Electrical Cord To The Left Side

    Cord Re-attach the strain relief to the left side (use pliers to compress the strain relief from the top and bottom while pushing it into the hole). Remove the button plug from the left side. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 20: Safety Notice

    Shut the air control down to low and allow the stove to cool before proceeding. Over-firing may lead to damage of plated surfaces. If any portion of the heater glows red, it is considered over-firing and will void the warranty. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 21: Opening The Door

    You can also open the door a small amount and let air enter the firebox. Opening the Doors Rotate the handle up. Swing the door open. Closing the Doors Rotate the handle down to secure Lift the handle and close the door. the door. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 22: Bypass Operation

    When starting or re-loading, pull the bypass out, if necessary. • During normal operation, push the bypass in. Bypass Pulled Out Use the included pull tool Used for starting and re-loading to operate the bypass rod Bypass Pushed In Used for normal operation © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 23: Catalytic Combustor - Use And Cleaning

    If ash is accumulating, use the brush to clear off visible flyash. NOTE: To thoroughly clean the combustor, use an ash vacuum to pull flyash from the combustor (see page 31). Combustor © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 24: Starting A Fire

    When you light the newspaper this “top-down” fire will burn its way to the center, igniting the larger pieces. With some practice, this method should work for you. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Burn Rate

    If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, ASHES they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 26: Blower Operation

    Normal Operating Sounds The steel may creak or click when the stove heats up and cools down - this is normal. Blower Sounds: The blower will make a slight "humm" as it pushes air through the stove. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 27: Hints For Burning

    Wood Cutting and Storage Cut wood to length and Store the wood off the ground in a chop into quarters. covered area. Allow for airflow Air Flow around the wood to dry the wood. Air Flow Air Flow © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    See the section "Door and Glass Inspection" on page 30 for details. • Check the ash bed for coals. Often, coals are still glowing under a slight bed of flyash. By raking these into a pile you can re-start your stove quickly. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 29: Daily Maintenance (While Stove Is In Use)

    For stubborn creosote, dip a moist paper towel or newspaper in cold ash before cleaning. The ash acts as a mild abrasive. The glass will develop a very slight haze over time. This is normal and will not affect viewing of the fire. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 30: Monthly Maintenance (While Appliance Is In Use)

    Excess creosote buildup may cause a chimney fire that may result in property damage, injury, or death. Operating this appliance continually at a low burn rate (air starvation) or using green (un-seasoned) wood will increase the formation of creosote. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 31: Cleaning The Catalytic Combustor

    1. With the stove fully cooled, insert the ash vacuum nozzle into the area directly above the door opening. 2. Carefully place the brush surface of the nozzle over the catalytic combustor openings and remove any ash or debris. Take care to prevent damage to the catalytic combustor (the surface is fragile). © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 32: Yearly Maintenance

    Slight scaling or rusting of the metal is normal. Make sure the air tubes are secured correctly. Floor and Wall Firebricks - replace any severely damaged firebrick along the side or floor of the firebox. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 33: Door Parts

    ID # Description Qty. Part # ID # Description Qty. Part # Left Blower 228-10069 Right Blower 228-10070 (4) Blower Grommets w Spacers 93005017 Rheostat w Nut 250-00302 Rheostat Knob 250-00369 Power Cord 250-00316 Thermodisk 228-30050 © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 34: Firebox Parts

    If the combustor is pushed at a side angle it will not come out. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 35: Air Tube Removal & Replacement

    The pin will then disengage from the air tube (you may wish to rotate the tube slightly). Pivot the air tube downwards and slide it out of the air channel on the opposite side. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 36: Brick Removal & Replacement

    Do not pry the brick - they chip and crack easily. Remove the floor bricks first. The side bricks are pinned in place by the floor firebrick. Clean the firebox prior to replacing the brick. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 37: Catalytic Combustor Temperature Probe Installation Instructions

    3. Drill a hole through the convection top. Make sure to use the correct drill bit size to allow for an air- tight seal. 4. Insert the temperature probe to location near the combustor as shown below. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 38: Tm Igniter - Firebrick And Housing Installation

    HINT: If you are not using the igniter, store these components inside the fireplace cavity in case the homeowner later decides to install them. 1. Remove the two firebricks from the front left corner of the firebox. 2. Place the igniter firebrick as shown below. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 39 4. Remove the cover and gasket using a 5/16” nutdriver. See the photos below. 5. Install the housing as shown below. NOTE: The gasket’s hole patterns are unique. The housing must be re-installed in the same configuration. If the holes are not aligned, rotate the gasket 90°. © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 40 TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.) to be defect-free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows: Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call.
  • Page 41: If Warranty Service Is Needed

    15. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. is free of liability for any damages caused by the appliance, as well as inconvenience expenses and materials. Incidental or consequential damages are not covered by this warranty. In some states, the exclusion of incidental or consequential damage may not apply.
  • Page 42: Listing Label

    DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT INSTALLATION AND RESTRICTIONS IN YOUR AREA. SUITABLE FOR USE IN FACTORY-BUILT (Z.C.) FIREPLACES AND MASONRY FIREPLACES. MODEL: SERIAL NO: SMALL FLUSH WOOD with Hybrid-Fyre™ Report No. 100517991PRT-001 Certified for USA and Canada Control No.
  • Page 43 Listing Information © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...
  • Page 44 Firebrick and Baffle Inspection ......32 Troubleshooting ..........28 Fireplace Altered Tag ......... 8 Verify the Installation ........20 Fireplace Requirements ........8 Wood Cutting and Storage ......27 Flue Adapter Installation ........13 Yearly Maintenance ......... 32 © Travis Industries 100-01342 4131101...

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