Security Chimneys International BIS™ Tradition BISTRAD Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Security Chimneys International BIS™ Tradition BISTRAD Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Epa wood-burning fireplace

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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.
If small children are present in the home, it is
recommended that this appliance be fitted with
an adjustable safety gate or barrier screen.
WARNINGS
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 and UL-127
Report No. 304-7213
EPA Cert. No. 609
PIBISTRAD REV. 10 10/2011
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

BIS™ Tradition
EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 506128-16 REV. K 10/2011
MODEL
BISTRAD
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 circum-
stances. 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™ wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supple-
mental heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary
heat source.
• The fireplace cannot be operated without a door
or firescreen. Consult your dealer to select the
correct replacement door or firescreen.
• The fireplace is equipped with a blower, electri-
cal connection must be made prior to fireplace
installation
• 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

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BIS™ Tradition EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace P/N 506128-16 REV. K 10/2011 MODEL BISTRAD 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 circum- stances.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    IMPORTANT! GENERAL SAFETY WARNING WARNING PRECAUTIONS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY Use care when selecting window Never leave children unattended RULES BEFORE YOUR FIRST FIRE. treatments for windows located when there is a fire burning in near the fireplace. Avoid using the fireplace.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    - Gravity Venting System benefit and enjoyment available from your new fireplace. - Rigid Firescreen Thank you for selecting a Security Chimneys International fireplace as the answer to your Additional Equipment (optional) - Forced Air Kit home supplemental heating needs.
  • Page 4: Combustion Control

    First Fires right. The primary air is fully opened when the Before using the fireplace make sure to remove air control is completely moved to the left. This the plastic wrapping and EPA label on plated air combustion control should be in the closed door.
  • Page 5: Refueling For Best Performance

    B. Open the doors about 1” and wait 5 seconds G. Poor chimney draft until the air flow has stabilized. Then open With no fire, there should be sufficient draft the doors completely, put the logs in and to exhaust cigarette smoke introduced under close the doors.
  • Page 6: Chimney Maintenance

    Chimney Maintenance DOOR INSTALLATION WARNING Regular chimney inspection and maintenance The doors must be put in place only when the Disposal of Ashes: Ashes should combined with proper operation will prevent installation of the BIS™ Tradition fireplace is chimney fires. Keep your chimney clean. Do not completed.
  • Page 7: Glass Care - Replacement

    BIS Tradition fireplace . Replace- equacy of the floor can be checked by first estimating the weight of the ment glass should be purchased from a Security Chimneys International fireplace system. Weights are given in the appendix. Next, measure the dealer (see “Replacement Parts”...
  • Page 8 When selecting the location, the chimney outlet position and the direction of the wind are important factor affecting the chimney performance. To allow a maximum draft and to reduce wind turbulence, the chimney must: • Penetrate the highest part of the roof. •...
  • Page 9: Facade Installation

    Facade Installation The crack between the fireplace Install the Facade per instructions provided in Hearth Extension and the hearth extension must be Facade Kit (ordered separately - see Page 21). Non-Combustible sealed with a non-combustible Finish Material Framing, Facing And Mantel material such as sand-cement (i.e.
  • Page 10 CORNER Combustible materials can NOT be used in the space directly INSTALLATION above the fireplace. Do not fill the space above the fireplace with any material (Except the wood framing) 29-1/2” Header 2” x 3” Min. 23-3/4” Plywood 1/2” Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure OUTSIDE CHASE Including Finising Materials if any Fireplace Framing...
  • Page 11: Nailing Flanges

    Same As Ceiling Drywall or Any Rigid Material Draft Stops 2” x 4” Insulated Chase Construction Mantel and Facing 1/2” Plywood Storm Roof Support (Side View) Collar Firestop Flashing Attic * Floor Drywall Radiation Ceiling * Floor Mantel CTDT 2” X 3” Min. Shield Wall Termination...
  • Page 12: Fireplace Blower

    Fireplace Blower When installing the double outlet system, the hot air outlets can be installed in the same room as the fireplace, or one or both of the outlets The fireplace comes equipped with a heat activated blower. It is located can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms.
  • Page 13: Outside Air Kit

    BIS™ Tradition fireplace hot air exhaust. Outside Aluminum Tape 7. Use only Security Chimneys International grills and components as Intake described in this manual. Other grills or registers may be too restric- tive and may overheat the fireplace or ceiling.
  • Page 14: Chimney System

    THE CHIMNEY SYSTEM Note: 2" clearance to combustibles around chimney components re- quired. Chimney Installation Notes Note: Blown or fill type insulation materials must not be in contact with the 1. If possible, install an interior chimney as it will provide better perfor- fireplace or in the enclosure frame as described in ‘’Enclosure’’...
  • Page 15: Chimney Installation Instructions

    S2100 / HT6000+ ACBI Solid Packed Pipe Air Cooled Pipe Attic Radiation Shield Attic Radiation Shield Figure 21 - Roof Framing 2. From below, install a firestop in each ceiling/ floor separation through which the chimney will pass. At the attic level, install an attic radiation shield from above (Figures 22a Radiation Shield and 22b).
  • Page 16: Offset Chimney Installation

    After reaching the location requiring the CHIMNEY MODEL ACBI elbow, proceed as follows: Chimney Secure Temp S2100+ / Nova Temp HT6000+ / Collar Secure Temp GX Chimneys 1. Install the first elbow; turn it in the required direction. Fasten it to the chimney with the three (3) 1/2”...
  • Page 17 Offset Dimensions Total Height Horizontal Offset Chimney Elbow Offset & Two Lengths Between Elbows Height 8” 12” 18” 24” 36” 8” & 36” 12” & 36” 18” & 36” 24” & 36” 36” & 36” 3” 4-1/4” 5-3/4” 7-1/4” 10-1/4” 12-1/4”...
  • Page 18 OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Support Straps Straps Chimney ACBI ACBI Starter Section Note: This illustration is not to scale. It represents how the chimney must be supported. A 30 degree offset only is allowed in the USA and a 45 degree maximum offset is allowed in Canada. Figure 27 OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION WITH WALL PENETRATION Rain Cap Collar Roof Support Roof Flashing Outside Wall Offset Support Framing 2” x 3” Insulated Wall Radiation Shield Note: In cold areas it is recommended to protect the chimney in a insulated chase.
  • Page 19: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD For roof support installation, refer to the instructions provided with the (XRSMI30 and AC10RSMI30) support. Universal Offset Support When traversing a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30º or 45º angle, an angled firestop or wall radiation shield must be installed. Only This support is used to support the chimney above an offset.
  • Page 20: Masonry Application Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION Follow these steps: 1- Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the S2100+ WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chimney elbow on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval must be inspected by a qualified chimney sweep.
  • Page 21: Installation Accessories

    OPTIONAL INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES Installation Accessories Fireplace Kits Description Cat./Part No. Description Cat./Part No. Facades (Required - Order Separately) Rigid firescreen, BTZN BTZN Masonry Chimney Adaptor, 45º, BISTMA BISTMA BTFBK BIS™ Tradition Facade Black, BTFBK (for use with TUBINOX liner) (not approved for use in U.S.A.) BTFG BIS Tradition Facade Gold Plated, BTFG Masonry Chimney Adaptor, 30º, BISTMA30...
  • Page 22: Chimney Components Lists

    CHIMNEY - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS Fireplace Model BISTRAD - Approved Venting Components manufac- Secure Temp GX - 2” Insulated Galvanized Chimney System tured by Security Chimneys International only. (Recommended Insulated System) Galvanized (7” ID and 11” OD) U.S.A. ONLY •...
  • Page 23 CHIMNEY - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS TUBINOX LL Chimney Lining System ACBI Chimney* Rigid Stainless Steel Liner For Relining A Masonry Chimney, 7” Diameter (7” I.D., 13” O.D. AC - Air Cooled) Listed to ULC-S635M, UL-1777 and ULC-S640M at 2100º F * AC Chimney is NOT recommended at elevations above 4,000 feet or in cold climates Description Cat./Part No.
  • Page 24: Replacement Parts

    Outside Air Coupler To Connect Outside Air (UZI) To UZIAD Fireplace, UZIAD Contact an Security Chimneys International dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials not approved by Security. Use of non-approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards.
  • Page 25 NOTES...
  • Page 26: Product Reference Information

    Your Dealer's Name _________________________________________________ Your Dealer's Phone Number __________________________________________ Security Chimneys International Limited 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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