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18"-24"-30" Kiva Fireplace
WOOD BURNING INSTALLATION MANUAL
Frame Models:
Keep these instructions for future use.
This fireplace is to be installed ONLY by a con-
struction industry licensed contractor. Any
permits and construction industry inspections
required for installation should be obtained
by this contractor.
The Adobelite Fireplace System consists of:
A) KIVA FIREBOX - A pre-cast firebox consist-
ing of real hand laid firebrick and light-
weight concrete.
B) EXTERIOR FIREPLACE FRAME - A tubular
steel and diamond-mesh frame. The frame
is finished with stucco after installation.
C) AIR-COOLED
CHIMNEY
stainless steel double walled air-cooled
chimney is used for venting the fireplace.
D) FIREBOX PEDESTAL - Concrete blocks are
used to elevate the firebox.
(Concrete blocks are not included)
NOTE: All warnings are outlined in this manual and must be adhered to by the installer
and the buyer. Failure to do so will nullify the manufacturer's warranty, and may cause
serious fire hazard.
RV-11.1.2012
Orno
Santa Fe
Navajo
Zuni
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Lightweight
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- Page 1 The Adobelite Fireplace System consists of: A) KIVA FIREBOX - A pre-cast firebox consist- ing of real hand laid firebrick and light- weight concrete. B) EXTERIOR FIREPLACE FRAME - A tubular steel and diamond-mesh frame.
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Page 2: Warning And Safety Precautions
WARNINGS AND GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE LEFT WITH HOMEOWNER ALL WARNINGS OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL MUST BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO BY THE INSTALLER AND HOMEOWNER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW these installation instructions will VOID THE WARRANTY and may cause a serious FIRE HAZARD. This fireplace is to be installed ONLY by a construction industry licensed contractor. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
2. Firebox Installation………………………………………………………………..……..9 Firebox Assembly ………………………………………………………………..9 Door Frame …..………………………………………….…………………………….. 10 Damper/Anchor Plate……………... ………………………………………………10 3. Chimney Installation……………………………………………………………………10 Chimney Offset Chart……………………………………………………………..…10 Installing the Chimney Pipe……………………………………………… 11-14 Outside Air Kit Installation………………………………………………………. 14 4. Kiva Frame Installation……………………………………………………………….15 5. Finishing the Fireplace…………………………………………………………….….16 6. Adobelite Kiva Fireplace Options………………………………………………..17... -
Page 4: Listing Data Plate / Location
The Adobelite Kiva Fireplace is a factory built fireplace tested to U.L. 127. Locate the Listing Data Plate on the upper left backside of the Kiva Firebox Front Arch. Record the model, size, and serial number listed on the data plate below. -
Page 5: Pre-Installation Requirements
FIREBOX DIMENSIONS: TOP VIEW CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES 1” SIDES/BACK All framing along firebox face FACE must be non-combustible 18” HEARTH EXTENTION CHIMNEY 2” KIVA 18 ” 27” ” 35” 43” ” 8” MIN. 12” ” KIVA24 FIREBOX DIMENSIONS: TOP VIEW CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES 1”... -
Page 6: Chimney Requirements
WARNING: THE FIREBOX MUST BE FINISHED WITH THE ADOBELITE KIVA METAL FRAME OR OTHER NON- COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. CLEARANCES TO COMBSTIBLE MATERIALS AND FRAMING MUST BE MAINTAINED. -
Page 7: Fireplace Layout
FIREPLACE LAYOUT AND FIREBOX PEDESTAL: CHIMNEY CHASE REQUIREMENTS An enclosed chimney chase should be constructed with a minimum open clear space specified by I.D. Chase Size in TABLE 1, Page 4. Fram- ing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. Fire-blocking is required between the joists in which the flue will be installed. -
Page 8: Fireplace Pedestal
FIREBOX PEDESTAL: Standard Hearth Height of 18” (Note: Concrete Blocks are not included with the Adobelite Fireplace Kit and must be purchased separately) Concrete Masonry Units (C.M.U) are used to construct the Firebox Pedes- tal. The overall height of the pedes- tal should be 12”. -
Page 9: Firebox Installation
FIREBOX ASSEMBLY 1) BASE –Spread a thin layer of concrete mortar or construction adhesive on the top of the firebox pedestal. Place the firebox base on the ped- estal. Using the layout sketch, align the front of the base with the fire- box base line and center the firebox along the center line. -
Page 10: 7A -Door Frame
FIREBOX ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED): 7) DOOR FRAME – The Door Frame allows an Adobelite Screen Door or Glass Door to be used with the fire- place. Begin by attaching the Door Frame to the Combustion Air Tube. Position the Door Frame on top of the Air Tube and allow a ”... -
Page 11: Chimney Installation
AND COMBSTIBLE MATERIALS. ALL INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY CHIMNEY MANUFACTURERS MUST BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO. FAILURE TO PROPERLY FOLLOW ALL CLEARANCES AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A SERIOUS FIRE CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH! KIVA 18 and KIVA 24 (8” I.D. Chimney) CHIMNEY OFFSET Return... - Page 12 FIG. 12 - STARTER ELBOW (OUTER) Make sure the chimney will be offset far enough to clear the top portion of the Adobelite Kiva Frame (refer to dimensions A PIPE STRAP and E in Layout charts, Pages 7-8). Firmly push both the inner and outer pipes into the Starter Elbow until they “snap”...
- Page 13 Firestop Spacer (shown in FIG. 16) over the Return Elbow. Now, snap the remaining Straight Chimney sections into place. MODEL If the chimney is 30’ or higher, a support section (a KIVA18 & KIVA 24 ” 4-strap x 12” length of pipe) is required after a KIVA30 ”...
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Page 14: Outside Air Kit Installation
The Outside Air Kit is used to provide outside combustion air to the firebox, therefore not using air from the inte- rior of the house. When installed, one end will be open and supply air to the cavity formed by the Adobelite Kiva Frame and walls. -
Page 15: Kiva Frame Installation
Tube (FIG. 22) through the opening in the Kiva Frame. At- #6 x ” Hex Head tach the folded section of lath to the Kiva Frame using #6 x Self-Drilling Screws ” Hex Head Self-Drilling Screws. Any loose sections of lath can also be attached by fishing bailing wire through the pieces and tightening. -
Page 16: Finishing The Fireplace
This will provide a solid base for the other coats. The first coat can be mixed slightly on the dry side to help it bond to the Kiva Frame wire mesh. Allow the first coat to dry completely before applying the 2nd coat. -
Page 17: Adobelite Kiva Fireplace Options
ADOBELITE KIVA FIREPLACE OPTIONS: Sidewall Banco Nicho (Set of 2) Nichos can be added to any of the Adobelite Kiva Sidewall Bancos are 15 ” tall x 15 ” deep (before Frames. Inside measurements before plaster are: 12” plaster) to match the height of the Adobelite Kiva wide x 12”...
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