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Magnum ZC Owner's Manual

Zero-clearance wood fireplace installation, operation and maintenance instructions
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MAGNUM
ZC
®
™
(MAGNUM ZERO-CLEARANCE WOOD FIREPLACE)
OWNER'S MANUAL
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION
AND USE OF YOUR MAGNUM ZC FIREPLACE. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY
DAMAGE, BODILY HARM OR EVEN DEATH.
AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. GRANTS NO WARRANTY,
IMPLIED OR STATED, FOR THE INSTALLATION OR
MAINTENANCE OF THE MAGNUM ZC FIREPLACE AND ASSUMES
NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE(S).
Safety tested by Warnock Hersey to UL 127-1988, CAN/CSA- ULC S610-M93
Certified to EPA Method 28A & 5G3(exempt status)
Tested by Method 5G for emissions, results 3.490 g/hr
This appliance can be installed in all applications except a mobile home installation or a HUD home. Installations into a
permanent manufactured home is determined by local building authorities
AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. – 150 Michigan Street N.E. – HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA 55350
(320) 587-6565 PHONE – (320) 587-8872 FAX
technical@magnumheat.com
–
www.magnumheat.com
rev date 04/06

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF YOUR MAGNUM ZC FIREPLACE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY HARM OR EVEN DEATH. AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. GRANTS NO WARRANTY,...
  • Page 2 Dear Valued Magnum Customer, I would like to take this time to thank you personally for the purchase of your Magnum Fireplace. You have purchased a product that has, over the past 32 years, earned its reputation for unmatched quality and efficiency.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    LATE NSTALLATION / OUTSIDE AIR INSTALLATION………..……… 26-27 IREPLACE NSTALLATION NSTRUCTIONS …………………………………………………… OMPLETING THE IREPLACE NSTALLATION )…………………………………………………………………..29-30 YSTEM OPTIONAL ) / ZC-25 GOLD TRIM INSTALL HERMO ENSOR NSTALLATION FOR FAN KIT SYSTEM MAGNUMZC MANUAL – April 2006 PAGE - -...

  • Page 4: Operating Your Magnum Zc Page(S)

    Hardwoods will result in a longer burning fire and less frequent refueling. The MAGNUM ZC should be fueled with wood cut to 18” (457 mm) or less in length. Moisture content of 15% to 20%, wood seasoned for approximately two (2) years is preferred.

  • Page 5: Damper / Combustion Air Controls

    85,000+ BTU’s of heat per hour. It will be necessary to reload with wood every one to two hours. This is the least efficient method of burning the MAGNUM ZC and must not be done for long periods of time.

  • Page 6: Accelerated High Heat Output

    Slow combustion can be used at night in order to reduce the heat output and to prolong the burn. Although active burning will appear to cease after 4 to 6 hours, a bed of hot coals will continue to burn and produce heat.

  • Page 7: Refueling For Best Performance

    RE-FUELING FOR BEST PERFORMANCE The MAGNUM ZC will operate best if attention is given to operating the unit with the damper open for a short period of time after refueling in order to bring the fuel load as well as the fireplace/chimney system, up to its optimum operating temperature.

  • Page 8: Important Points

    ü Warning: Never use substitute glass materials. If the glass needs replacement, order glass #AR-1400 from your MAGNUM ZC dealer. ü Warning: Do not slam doors shut – Do not hit doors with logs, this can cause serious damage to doors and/or break the high temperature glass.

  • Page 9: Maintaining Your Magnum Zc

    Creosote formation in a chimney can be minimized by making small hot fires rather than slow burning, smoldering fires, and by proper refueling techniques. The MAGNUM ZC is designed and tested to produce a low amount of emissions when operated correctly.

  • Page 10: Gold Finish Door Care

    DOORS (It is not recommended to interchange doors once they are installed on your unit) The doors come mounted and adjusted on the MAGNUM ZC fireplace. If you are changing to a different finish option there may have to be adjustments made to the door hinges and latches.

  • Page 11: Door Adjustment & Assembly

    GLASS CARE - REPLACEMENT The glass used for the MAGNUM ZC doors is a high temperature ceramic glass. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with factory replacement ceramic glass (SEE FIGURE 5 FOR DIMENSIONS).

  • Page 12: Glass Care Cleaning

    GLASS CARE CLEANING The MAGNUM ZC has an air wash system designed to keep the glass fairly clean under normal conditions. A small amount of soot may build up on the glass area, especially if the doors are not sealed tightly (see door adjustments).

  • Page 13: Installation And Operating Instructions

    Install the fireplace only as described in these instructions and using only approved components. The MAGNUM ZC is not intended for use with a gas log other than the factory supplied SP-40-ZC gas retrofit system. Failure to follow these instructions will void the certification and the warranty of the fireplace, and may result in an unsafe installation.

  • Page 14: Locating Your Magnum Zc

    This situation is aggravated in modern airtight houses. To overcome this potential problem, you must install an Outside Air Kit with the MAGNUM ZC. The kit is mandatory in most areas. Check with your local building authority for requirements in your area. The outside air kit must be installed according to the following guidelines: ü...

  • Page 15: Magnum Zc Venting

    MAGNUM ZC VENTING FOR OPENINGS ON TOP OF UNIT 8” Dia. Chimney Outlet 21.00 11.875 20.50 41.00 Front of unit MAGNUMZC MANUAL – April 2006 PAGE - -...

  • Page 16: Hearth Extension Requirements / Floor Protection

    The minimum size of the protected area is 40”wide X 18”deep (1016 X 458 mm) extending in front of the loading door (SEE FIGURE 6). The MAGNUM ZC is certified for use with either of the following installations: ü...
  • Page 17 HOW TO DETERMINE IF FLOOR PROTECTION MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTABLE ü All floor protection materials must be non-combustible (i.e., metals, brick, stone, mineral fiberboard, etc.). Any organic materials (i.e., plastics, wood, paper products, etc.) are combustible and must not be used. ü...

  • Page 18: Framing , Facing & Mantel

    FRAMING, FACING AND MANTEL The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with these guidelines and illustrations. FRAMING ü Frame the fireplace using 2” X 3” (50 X 75 mm) or heavier lumber. ü WARNING: Combustible material cannot be placed behind the top standoffs of the fireplace. This area must remain empty for a height of 7’...
  • Page 19 FRAMING, FACING & MANTEL, CON T FIGURE 8 2”x3” or 2”x4” 36” 22” 7’ 49” 47” 37½” 41” MAGNUMZC MANUAL – April 2006 PAGE - -...
  • Page 20 ü Combustible material must be installed flush with the fireplace. It may not project in front of and on the fireplace (i.e. the steel faceplate of the MAGNUM ZC) (SEE FIGURE 11). ü Non-combustible materials such as brick, stone or ceramic tile may project in front of and onto the fireplace facing as long as proper facing attaching materials are used (SEE FIGURE 12).

  • Page 21: Upper Grill Extension Installation ( Optional )

    Install the optional ZC-35 Grill extension in the brick. To install the ZC-35 take the upper grill out of the unit by lifting straight up and pulling the grill toward you. As you build your brick face up the level of the grill opening place the grill extension in the brick face and complete your brick face install.

  • Page 22: Expanded Metal Face Kit Installation ( For Brick Or Stone Facing )

    EXPANDED METAL FACE KIT INSTALLATION (FOR STONE, BRICK & TILE FACING) Mesh Kit (ZC-75) Overall width 44.250 in. Tools needed: Overall Ht. ü Hand Drill 48.500 in. Wood Upper Studs ü ¼” Nut Driver Grill Damper ü (optional) Handle Hammer and 16...

  • Page 23: Damper Rod Extension Instructions

    DAMPER ROD EXTENSION INSTRUCTIONS (When using brick or stone on the face of the Magnum ZC) The Magnum ZC comes equipped to handle two types of installations: 1) The normal installation where there is no brick or stone covering the face of the unit.

  • Page 24: Chimney Installation Notes

    ü A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance. ü The MAGNUM ZC fireplace is not listed for use with a masonry chimney or with chimney liner. ü The minimum chimney height, including fireplace, is 12’ 6” (3.8 m) for vertical chimney.

  • Page 25: Anchor Plate Installation

    ANCHOR PLATE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Your Magnum ZC fireplace comes with the option of either 7” or 8” chimney takeoff. No matter which is used it is important that proper procedure is followed when installing the chimney anchor plate that you purchase from your chimney supplier.
  • Page 26 ü Place the anchor plate onto the fireplace and squeeze the sealant into place. ü Fasten the anchor plate to the top of the fireplace with four zip screws. ü When positioning the first section of Type HT chimney on the anchor plate, make sure that the pipe matches properly with the anchor plate and fasten into place using zip screws to hold the two parts together.

  • Page 27: Fireplace Installation Instructions / Outside Air Installation

    DO NOT PLACE INSULATION OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL IN THE AIR SPACE AROUND THE CHIMNEY OR FIREPLACE. INSULATION PLACED ON OR AROUND THE FIREPLACE OR CHIMNEY MAY CAUSE ADJACENT WOOD TO OVERHEAT AND CATCH ON FIRE. RAIN CAP STORM COLLAR ROOF FLASHING ATTIC RADIATION SHIELD...
  • Page 28 INSULATED CHASE CONSTRUCTION FIGURE 21 Insulation Air Vapor Barrier MAGNUMZC MANUAL – April 2006 PAGE - -...

  • Page 29: C F I

    MAGNUM ZC FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION 1) Move the fireplace into place. 2) Install the outside air assembly. 3) Install the floor protector. Refer to the section Hearth Extension Requirements and make sure the gap between the fireplace and the hearth extension is sealed (refer to page 15).

  • Page 30: F K S ( )

    OPTIONAL FAN KIT SYSTEM Fan Kit Components: ü 160 CFM blower assembly with 24 inch long grounded cord. ü Electrical box assembly with plug receptacle and cover. ü Wall mount variable speed switch. NOTE: a qualified installer should do Installation of this fan kit. FAN KIT INSTALLATION 1) Take fan kit out of box and inspect for damage and parts missing.
  • Page 31 THERMO-CENSOR KIT - PROCUDURE FOR INSTALLING Tools Needed: Flat Screwdriver, Drill with ¼” Hex socket driver bit, ¼” socket wrench Contents of Kit: Bracket, Thermo-Censor, Wiring, 1 ¼” tek screw, Romex connector 1) Unpackage the Thermo-Censor kit and make sure that all the parts are included in the kit. 2) If the fireplace system has a blower kit installed, make sure to disconnect the electrical supply before installing the kit.
  • Page 32 Tools / Materials needed: Red high-temp silicone • There are (2) two ways that you can apply the ZC-25 kit to the grills on the Magnum ZC fireplace. The first way is to install them with the grills on the fireplace and the second is to take the grills off and lay them down on newspaper.
  • Page 33 Note: A wall, perpendicular to the fireplace front, must be at least 12” (300 mm) from the fireplace opening. A wall at 60 degrees to the front and starting at the fireplace’s outer edge is permitted. Projections behind this wall (shaded area) are permitted (SEE FIGURE 31). MAGNUM ZC 60 DEGREES OPENING FIGURE 31 12”...
  • Page 34 FIREBRICK INSTALLATION & LAYOUT ü The Magnum ZC comes standard with the firebrick already installed. If you need to take the firebrick out for transportation or installation reasons you may refer to the diagrams below for proper installation. ü The best way to install the firebrick is to install the side firebrick first (three on each side), then the back (five) and finally the bottom (five in the back and three in the front).

  • Page 35: Trouble Shooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Unplug all electrical connections before performing any maintenance work. PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS ♦ Paint / Oils curing off unit ü Burn small fires for a couple Odor / visible haze days and provide ventilation in room. ♦ Combustion-air supply closed ü...
  • Page 36 ♦ Chimney damper not open ü Open damper control full open. Smoke comes into the room when the doors are opened or when the fire ♦ Chimney not high enough ü Check the chimney system to is first started make sure that it is the proper ♦...
  • Page 37 ANY LABOR, TRANSPORTATION OR OTHER COSTS OR EXPENSES. Repair or replacement may be obtained by returning part or parts freight prepaid to the nearest MAGNUM dealer or if you require additional information regarding performance under this warranty, you may contact American Energy Systems, Inc. at the address listed below.
  • Page 38 LIMITED WARRANTY ON CAST IRON PLATED DOORS Following is a breakdown of the warranty of all of the Magnum cast iron plated doors. Please read this warranty so that you are aware of the limitations and warranty conditions. American Energy Systems, Inc. will warranty its cast iron plated doors under the following conditions: 1) Plated cast iron doors are warranted to be free of defects at the time of purchase.

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