Heatilator A36R Owner's Manual

Heatilator A36R Owner's Manual

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Models:
A36R, A36RH
A42R, A42RH
Wood Burning 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
fire may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• Do not overfire. Overfiring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specified. Failure to
comply may cause house fire.
Installation and service of this fireplace
should be performed by qualified personnel.
Hearth & Home Technologies suggests NFI
certified or factory-trained professionals, or
technicians supervised by an
NFI certified professional.
NOTICE
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.
Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
WARNING
Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.
DO NOT touch screen/mesh or glass doors until
cooled
NEVER allow children to touch screen/mesh or glass
doors
Keep children away
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fireplace.
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
flammable materials.
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
flammable materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk
For use with solid wood fuel or decorative
gas appliance only.
DO NOT install unvented gas logs.
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors
and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool
down.


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  • Page 1 NFI certified professional. Fire Risk • For use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only. • DO NOT install unvented gas logs. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 2: Congratulations

    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. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    E. Contact Information A. Select Fireplace Location B. Clearances C. Sidewalls/Surrounds D. Frame the Fireplace Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signifies change in content.  Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 4: Warranty

    3 years Firebox and heat exchanger Lifetime All replacement parts 90 Days beyond warranty period See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page. 4021-645B 04-02-09 Page 1 of 2 Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 5 THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE. 4021-645B 04-02-09 Page 2 of 2 Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 6: Listing And Code Approvals

    NOTICE: This fireplace is tested and approved as a decorative fireplace. It should not be factored as a primary heat source in residential heating calculations. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 7: User Guide

    Section 2.E. Outside Air Kit Hearth Control Glass Doors Section 2.I. (not shown) Section 2.H. Fan Control Section 2.J. Clear Space Section 2.M. Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 8: Seasoned Wood

    CAUTION! Odors and vapors released during initial operation may be irritating to sensitive individuals. Open windows for air circulation. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 9: Glass Doors

    Front of Fireplace 12 in. (305 mm) • Refer to instructions included with fan kit. Clear Space Sides of Fireplace (from the FP opening) Figure 2.3 Clear Space Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 10: Wood Fuel 0

    Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 11: Maintenance And Service

    Chimney Slip Chase Section ST375 TS345/TS345P TCT375 TR344/TR342 Square Square Terra Cotta Round Termination Caps Termination Cap Termination Cap Termination Cap Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 12: Check Firebox Refractory

    • Light deposits Use household glass cleaner • Heavy deposits Use wood ash on damp cloth or, Use commercial fireplace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer) Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    Add glass doors to slow down air flow. Overdrafting Check for correct vent height; too much vertical height creates overdrafting. Check location of vent termination (refer to chimney assembly section). Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    (1.83m) off (Section 11) ground level. Hearth extension Outside (Section 11) combustion air Factory-built fireplace (Section 7) Protective metal hearth strip(s) (Section 7) Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 15: Design And Installation Considerations 5

    Improper location of the chimney taped or sealed • Basement installations should be avoided NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of direct vent fireplaces in basements. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 16: Locating Fireplace & Chimney 6

    • Below adjacent structure Recommended: • Insulated exterior chase • Lower roof line • Avoid outside wall in cooler climates Windward Leeward Multi-level Roofs Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 17: Tools And Supplies Needed 7

    Misc. screws and nails G. Typical Fireplace System This fireplace system requires: • Fireplace/integral grate/refractory/outside air system • Chimney system and termination cap • Hearth extension Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 18: Framing & Clearances

    Minimum from FP 1295 1092 1902 1346 opening to any 77 1/2 38 7/8 54 7/8 perpendicular wall. 1448 1245 1969 1394 Figure 6.1 Fireplace Locations (Framing dimensions shown) Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 19: Clearances 9

    1/2 in. [13 mm]) 1219 mm 0 in. to floor Figure 6.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials Note: Chimney air kit not shown, but required in Canada. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 20: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    * If interior of chase will be drywalled, add the thickness to this measurement. ** Adjust header height for a raised floor under fireplace. Figure 6.4 Framing the Fireplace Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 21: Installation Of Fireplace

    • Check fireplace opening for square to ensure proper fit of glass doors. Measure diagonals of fireplace opening to make sure they are equal. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 22 Figure 7.4 Outside Combustion Air Placement Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 23: Install Outside Air Kit

    • Hearth & Home Technologies Inc recommends using UL181 Class 0 or Class I rigid or flexible ducting. • Secure flex duct with metal tape, screws or wire ties. Figure 7.5 Outside Air Installation Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 24: Chimney Assembly

    Ceiling firestops are required where chimney passes through ceiling or floor Figure 8.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 25: Chimney Requirements

    SL32 10-3/4 Effective 90 ft (27.4 m) max. height Height SL38 16-3/4 SL324 22-3/4 SL336 34-3/4 SL348 46-3/4 87 * Dimensions reflect effective height. Figure 8.2 Chimney Requirements Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 26: Using Offsets/Returns

    25 94-1/2 2400 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. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 27: Assembling Chimney Sections

    Catalog # Angle FS338 14-1/2 14-1/2 0° FS339 14-1/2 18-3/8 5° FS340 14-1/2 30° Figure 8.4 Assembling Chimney Sections Figure 8.5 Installing the Ceiling Firestop Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 28: Installing Attic Insulation Shield

    14-1/2 in. (368 mm) diameter 6 Tabs bent in 90° Insulation Insulation 10-1/2 in. Ceiling Firestop Pipe (267 mm) Figure 8.8 Install Attic Insulation Shield (firestop below ceiling) Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 29: Cut Out Hole In Roof

    • Caulk the flashing plate and roof junction as well as the vertical seam on the flashing. All nail heads must be caulked with a roofing sealant. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 30: Chimney Termination Requirements

    In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations, the wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap. Figure 8.10 Multiple Chimney Locations Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 31: Chase Installations

    Failure to prevent contact between insulation or other Insulation Insulation materials and chimney system may cause overheating False Ceiling False Ceiling and fire. Chimney Figure 9.1 Chase Assembly Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 32: Install Fireplace & Chimney

    Chase Top collar. Restricting air flow around chimney may cause fire. • Caulk all seams to prevent leaks. Figure 9.3 Chase Top Construction • Refer to Figure 9.3. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 33: Install Termination Cap

    4 3/4 in. (121 mm) maximum Chase Chimney Pipe Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Figure 9.6 Installing an ST375 Square Termination Cap Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 34 2 in. (51 mm) 7 in. (178 mm) Chase Chimney Pipe Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Figure 9.8 Installing a TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 35: Shrouds

    584 x 584 Min. Opening Width 17 x 17 22 x 22 20 x 20 432 x 432 559 x 559 508 x 508 Figure 10.2 Open Top Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 36 27 x 27 27 x 27 686 x 686 686 x 686 Min. Height Above Radiation Shield Min. Opening Width Min. Opening Height Figure 10.4 Roofed Style Shroud Dimensions Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 37: Finishing

    5-1/8 in. Common Brick 0.20 5-1/8 in. Ceramic Tile 2.50 0.08 12-1/4 in. Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus 0.46 2.8 /2 in. Marble 14.3-20.0 0.07-0.05 14-5/8 in. - 20-3/8 in. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 38: Finishing Material

    2 in. (51 mm) Figure 11.3 Decorative Facing Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 39: Combustible Mantel

    Decorative Facing Measured from top of fireplace opening such as: Steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass, plasters. Figure 11.4 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 40: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    Combustible or non-combustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed per Figure 11.5. Figure 11.5 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (acceptable on both sides of opening) Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 41: Accessories

    Repack beyond 4 in. (102 mm) Insulation from fireplace side. Knockout 4 in. (102 mm) Figure 12.1 Gas Line Installation Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 42: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Fireplace Dimensions Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 43: Fireplace Components

    HX3 Hearth Extension 1/2 in. (13 mm) Traditional Brick Pattern Refractory 66 in. (1676 mm) 20 in. (508 mm) HX4 Hearth Extension 1/2 in. (13 mm) Herringbone Pattern Refractory Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 44: Chimney Components

    (133 mm) 4 in. (102 mm) 4-3/4 in. (121 mm) Diameter 10-1/2 in. Effective Height 10-1/2 in. (287 mm) (267 mm) CAK4A Chimney Air Kit SL3 Vent Stabilizer Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 45 (305 mm) 2 in. (51 mm) JB877 Chimney Joint Band 24-5/8 in. 31 in. (625 mm) (787 mm) 10-1/2 in. RF371 Roof Flashing (267 mm) CB876 Chimney Joint Band Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 46 10-7/8 in. (276 mm) TR-TVK 2 in. (51 mm) CT35 Chase Top LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # Catalog # LDS33 2.5 5.5 LDS-BV LDS46 29 829 Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
  • Page 47: Service Parts

    D. Service Parts Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...
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  • Page 52: Contact Information

    6748942, 6769426, 6774802, 6796302, 684026, 684844, 6863064, 6866205, 6869278, 687502, 6880275, 6908039, 699884, D320652, D44574, D462436; (Canada) 297749, 295264, 2225408, 233972; (Australia) 780250, 780403, 48504 or other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Heatilator • A36R & A42R • 28376 • Rev AJ • 08/09...

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