Security Chimneys HE43-2 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Security Chimneys HE43-2 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Epa low-mass wood-burning fireplace

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNINGS
• Hot! Do not touch! The glass and
surfaces of this appliance will be hot
during operation and will retain heat
for a while after shutting off the appli-
ance. Severe burns may result.
• Carefully supervise children in the
same room as appliance.
Intertek
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 & UL-127
ASTM 2558
Report No. 192-5237
PIHE43-2 REV. 2 06/2010
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

HE43-2
EPA Low-Mass Wood-burning Fireplace Phase 2 Qualified
43" Wood-Burning Fireplaces
P/N 506065-07 REV. B 06/2010
MODEL
HE43N -2
HE43BN-2
This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient
and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read
and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any cir-
cumstances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system,
including but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and
accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system
and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.
Security Chimneys International wood-burning fireplaces are designed
for use as a supplemental heater. They are not intended for continuous
use as a primary heat source.
• The fireplace cannot be operated without doors
or firescreens. Consult your dealer to select the
correct replacement door(s) or firescreen(s).
• Important! To assure proper alignment of glass
doors: Install this fireplace in a square and
plumb condition, using shims as necessary at
sides and/or bottom.
• Install the fireplace only as described in these
instructions.
WARNINGS

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  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    Security Chimneys International wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supplemental heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat source.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    WARNING combustible flowing window fireplace to cook or warm food. treatments such as curtains The HE43-2 fireplace must be on nearby windows that are of installed with an outside air kit sufficient length to be blown in intake, which is included with...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    - VRUW Blower motor speed control benefit and enjoyment available from your new fireplace. - Forced Air Heating Kit Thank you for selecting a Security Chimneys International fireplace as the answer to your If installed, this appliance no longer qualifies home supplemental heating needs.
  • Page 4: Operating The Fireplace

    USE SOLID NATURAL WOOD FUEL ONLY. chimney. Do not burn large amounts of paper, of newspaper in the firebox. Place small dry The HE43-2 fireplace is designed to work best cardboard, Christmas tree branches or building pieces of kindling on top of the paper, criss- when fueled with seasoned natural wood only.
  • Page 5: Outside Air Register

    Push to open E. Never leave children unattended when there is a fire burning in the fireplace. F. Do not use the HE43-2 as an incinerator Push to open to burn paper, cardboard or construction material such as pressed wood, plywood or lumber.
  • Page 6: Maintaining Your Fireplace

    MAINTAINING YOUR FIREPLACE Caution: It is necessary to remove the baffle from the top of the firebox before cleaning the chimney. Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar Dealing With a Chimney Fire and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.
  • Page 7: Refractory Replacement

    (see fastening screws in Figure 5). If a minor angular adjustment is needed, you may loosen • Use only a Security Chimneys International glass doors, specifically only two (2) of the three (3) screws using the designed for the HE43-2 fireplace.
  • Page 8: Glass Care - Replacement

    Remove the doors from the unit (see Page 7) (see fireplace dimensions Page 11). The glass used for the HE43-2 fireplace is a high and lay each door on a clean unabrasive surface. B. Usually, no additional floor support is needed temperature ceramic glass (1,400°...
  • Page 9: Preinstallation

    Saw and/or Sabersaw tion resulting in serious bodily injury and/or Level property damage. Measuring tape 2. The HE43-2 fireplace has been tested and Plumb line listed to UL and ULC standards by Warnock Spacer Electric drill and bits Hersey International Inc. These instructions...
  • Page 10: Mantel

    Mantel A wood mantel, if installed, must be at least 48" (1.2 m) above the base of the fireplace (see WARNING: THE HEARTH EXTEN- Fireplace Figure 8B). There is no restriction regarding SION IS TO BE INSTALLED ONLY the length or the width of the mantel. AS ILLUSTRATED.
  • Page 11: Fireplace And Framing Dimensions

    Do not fill the space above the fireplace with any mate- 23-11/32” rial (except the wood framing) (593mm) Notes Due to Security Chimneys International ongoing commitment to quality, all specifications, ratings and dimensions 2" X 3" are subject to change without notice. MIN.
  • Page 12: Insulated Chase Construction

    Insulated Chase Construction Flashing Roof support Non-combustible Insulate Joists chase top Same As Ceiling Ceiling / floor separation Attic firestop Draft Stops Firestop NOTE: It is recommend- • Must have the same fires rating as CTDT adjacent ceiling. ed that the chase walls Termination •...
  • Page 13: Outside Air Assembly

    Outside Air Assembly (Fireplace and AC Chimney) The outside air assembly is mandatory for the fireplace and the AC chimney. During operation, the fireplace requires air for combustion and draws air out of the house. It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces.
  • Page 14: Uzy5 Blower Kit

    Mass Wood-burning Fireplace Program. pre-installed junction box. You just have to plug them in. The knock-outs provided on the sides of the HE43-2 fireplace allow the connection of insulated flexible pipe which enables you to heat adjacent Rating: 120 Volts, 60Hz, .63A.
  • Page 15: Chimney System

    CHIMNEY SYSTEM GENERAL INFORMATION The HE43-2 fireplace is listed only with Security Chimneys™ International Two (2) Feet .6 Meters Ltd. chimney systems, models ASHT+ 8", S-2100+ 8", or AC 8". Do not Minimum connect the fireplace to a masonry chimney, chimney liner, or other...
  • Page 16: Chimney Installation Instructions

    CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, Attic Radiant Firestop floor and roof where the chimney will pass (see Figure 19). Use a plumb-bob to line AC RSA up the center of the holes. The hole sizes are indicated in Table 3 for the floor and ceiling holes and in Table 4 (Page 17) for the roof holes.
  • Page 17: Offset Chimney Installation

    After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows: Air Cooled Chimney Chimney ASHT+/HT6103+/S2100+/HT6000+ Chim- neys Collar Spacer (built Install the first elbow. Turn it in into flashing) the required direction. Fasten it to the chimney with the three (3) 1/2" (12mm) metal screws provided.
  • Page 18 Offset Dimensions Total Height Horizontal Offset Chimney Elbow Offset & One Length Between Elbows Two Lengths Between Elbows 8” Height 8” 12” 18” 24” 36” 48" 8” & 48” 12” & 48” 18” & 48” 24” & 48” 36” & 48” 48”...
  • Page 19: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD (RSM+, RSMI30, RSMI45) OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Chimney AC When traversing a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30° or 45° angle, an angled firestop and/or wall radiation shield must be installed. Only one is required (Figure 27). Table 6 gives recommended hole size for installing a wall radiation shield.
  • Page 20: Universal Roof Support

    UNIVERSAL ROOF SUPPORT INSTALLATION This support has three possible uses: 18” (460 mm) 18” (460 mm) For ASHT+ and S-2100+ chimneys, it must be used on a roof to support the chimney. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset.
  • Page 21: Installation Accessories

    Blower - 250 CFM BISZY Flex adaptor and two clamps for fireplace connection BISAF Fireplace Model HE43-2 - Approved Venting Components Blower motor speed control VRUW Thermo-disc - turns motor on when fireplace is hot and 8" Diameter Chimney - Model ASHT+, S-2100+, HT6000+, HT6103+ or AC off when cool manufactured by Security Chimneys International only.
  • Page 22: Chimney Components Lists

    COMPONENTS LIST - HE43-2 AC Chimney (Air Cooled - 8" I.D., 13" O.D.) Description Cat./ Part No. Secure Temp™ ASHT+ High Temp. Insulated Stainless Steel Chimney AC Starter Adaptors 8" Diameter, Listed to CAN / UCL-S604 and UL-103HT at 1200° F...
  • Page 23: Specifications

    CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Fireplace Cat. No. Model Description The following clearances meet the minimum requirements for a safe HE43BK -2 HE43BK -2 Fireplace (w/Black Doors) installation; HE43BN-2 HE43BN-2 Fireplace (w/Brushed Nickel Doors) Side wall: 18” (457 mm) Specifications Ceiling: 7 feet (2135 mm) measured from the base of the fireplace Weight 343 lbs Height...
  • Page 24: Replacement Parts

    P/N PR-ISO2748 , P/N PR-ISO2749 and P/N PR-ISO2750 Brushed Nickel Plated Door (Right) PR-SR2060DBN Contact an Authorized Security Chimneys International dealer to obtain Wooden Handle PR-SAC69 any of these parts. Never use substitute materials not approved by...
  • Page 25 REPLACEMENT PARTS - HE43-2 NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
  • Page 26: Product Reference Information

    Your Dealer's Name _________________________________________________ Your Dealer's Phone Number __________________________________________ Security Chimneys International reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information.

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