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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL ME300 U.S. EPA Low Mass Wood‐burning Fireplace voluntary program phase 2 emission level qualified model Safety tested according to ULC S610 and UL 127 Standards by Intertek www.occanada.com Manufactured by: Stove Builder International Inc. 250 rue Copenhague, Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Quebec), Canada, G3A 2H3 Tel.: (418) 878‐3040 Fax: (418) 878‐3001 READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site. It is a copyrighted document. Re‐sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time to time and cannot be ...
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CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY OR ALTER THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIREPLACE OR ITS COMPONENTS. ANY MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF CONSTRUCTION MAY VOID THE WARRANTY, LISTINGS AND APPROVALS OF THIS SYSTEM. IN THAT CASE, STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL (SBI) WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES. INSTALL THE FIREPLACE ONLY AS DESCRIBED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 2 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
Table of Content PART A – INSTALLATION ................... 5 Safety ...................... 5 Safety Information ..........................5 1.1.1 Regulations Covering Fireplace Installation ..................7 General Information ................... 8 ME300 Wood Fireplace Specifications ....................8 The Benefits of EPA Voluntary Emission Program «Low Mass» Phase II.......... 10 Installation .................... 11 Fireplace Installation ......................... 11 3.1.1 Installation of a Gas Log Set ...................... 11 Locating the ME300 Wood Fireplace .................... 11 ...
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PART B ‐ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ............. 42 Fuel ...................... 42 The Use of Manufactured Logs ...................... 42 Operating the ME300 Wood Fireplace ............ 43 First Fires ............................ 43 Building a Fire ............................ 43 Maintaining the Fire .......................... 43 Air Intake Control and Exhaust Damper ................... 44 Smoking Causes and Troubleshooting ................... 44 Maintaining Your ME300 Wood Fireplace .......... 46 Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal .................. 46 Chimney Maintenance ........................ 46 ...
HEAT SOURCE SHOULD BE AVAILABLE IN THE HOME IF NEEDED. THE MANUFACTURER CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ADDITIONAL HEATING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF AN ALTERNATIVE HEAT SOURCE. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER BUYS THIS PRODUCT FROM A RETAILER WHO CAN PROVIDE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE ADVICES. CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. CAUTION: DO NOT INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A MOBILE HOME. 5 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TESTED FOR USE WITH OPEN DOORS IN CONJUNCTION WITH MECHE DOORS ALWAYS CLOSED. THE MECHE DOORS MAY BE OPENNED ONLY DURING LIGHTING PROCEDURES OR RELOADING. ALWAYS CLOSE THE MECHE DOORS AFTER IGNITION. WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED TO BE INSTALLED INSIDE A MASONRY CHIMNEY. 6 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
1.1.1 Regulations Covering Fireplace Installation When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the ME300 wood fireplace is suitable for use as a fireplace appliance in residential installations. In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and the CSA C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code requirements. In the USA, the NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel‐Burning Appliances and the ANSI NFPA 70 National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code requirements. NOTE: The Fireplace is not approved for use with a so‐called “positive flue connection” to the clay tile of a masonry chimney. 7 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
2 GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1 ME300 Wood Fireplace Specifications Fuel Type Cordwood Test Standards (safety) ULC‐S610 and UL 127 ASTM 2515 and ASTM 2558 to comply with U.S. EPA Low Test Standard (emissions) Mass Wood‐burning Fireplace voluntary program phase 2 emission level qualified model Recommended Heating Area < 1,500 sq. ft. (< 139 m ) Minimum burn rate > 5 kg/h (> 11 lb/h) 450 lb (205 kg) Shipping Weight Firebox Volume 3.1 cu.ft. (0.088 m ) 20” east‐west Maximum Log Length 8” (203 mm) diameter (vertical) Flue Outlet Diameter Mobile home approved No 8 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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Under the U.S. EPA Low Mass Fireplace Voluntary Program, cleaner burning fireplaces are ones that qualify for the Phase I emission levels of 7.3 g/kg (approximately 57 percent cleaner than unqualified models) or the Phase II emission levels of 5.1 g/kg (approximately 70 percent cleaner than unqualified models). Participating manufacturers are expected to qualify under Phase 2 by 2013. The ME300 wood fireplace is a phase II emission level qualified model that brings you the benefits of lower emissions. 10 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
B. Usually, no additional floor support is needed for the fireplace. The adequacy of the floor can be checked by first estimating the weight of the fireplace system. Weights are given in the Section 2.1: ME300 Wood Fireplace Specifications. Next, measure the area occupied by the fireplace which is normally 41 1/8" x 25 5/8" (105 cm x 65 cm). Note the floor construction and consult your local building ...
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MINIMUM CLEARANCES MEASUREMENTS A 72" (1829 mm) E 2" (51 mm) B 12" (305 mm) maximum 12 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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In the case where (F) would be equal to 4", it is suggested that the sheet metal between the base of the fireplace and floor be in one piece. In the case where the fireplace is installed directly on the floor the joint between the hearth extension and the fireplace (E) must also be protected by a non‐combustible material. For example, a sheet metal (not included). Note that the floor under of the fireplace should match or exceed the height of the floor protection. 14 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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MINIMUM MEASUREMENT E 2" (51 mm) A noncombustible floor protection must be installed in front of the unit. For more details see Section 3.5: Minimum Heart Extension Requirements. The use of an R value is convenient when more than one material is going to be used in the hearth extension to cover the combustible surface. This is because R values are additive, whereas K values are not. To find the corresponding R factor to use for some selected materials, please see Thermal Characteristics of Common Floor Protection Materials table. CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE CARPET UNDER THE FLOOR PROTECTION IN FRONT OF THE FIREPLACE 15 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
In the case of a known K and thickness of alternative materials to be used in combination, convert all K values to R by dividing the thickness of each material by its K value. Add the R values of your proposed materials as shown in the previous example. Example: K value = 0.75 Thickness = 1 R value = Thickness/K = 1/0.75 = 1.33 16 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
3.120 Limestone 6.5 0.153 Ceramic board (Fibremax) 0.450 2.2 Horizontal still air** (1/8") 0.135 0,920** * Information as reported by manufacturers and other resources ** For a 1/8" thickness. You cannot «stack» horizontal still air to accumulate R‐values; you must separate each layer of horizontal still air with another non‐combustible material. 3.5 Minimum Heart Extension Requirements The hearth extension floor area must extend at least 16" (41 cm) in front of the hearth (A) and at least 8" (20 cm) on each side of the door opening (D). The joint between the hearth extension and the fireplace hearth needs to be made of non‐combustible material such as sheet metal (not included). 17 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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CLEARANCES A 16" (406 mm) B 46" (1168 mm) C 8" (203 mm) 18 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
Do not put wood or any combustible material within the area above the fireplace except on the front facing. Place headers only as required to support the facing and mantel. WARNING: DO NOT PACK REQUIRED AIR SPACES WITH INSULATION OR OTHER MATERIAL. WARNING: THE FIREPLACE MUST NOT BE IN CONTACT WITH ANY INSULATION OR LOOSE FILLING MATERIAL. COVER THE INSULATION WITH DRYWALL PANELS AROUND THE FIREPLACE. 19 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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Wall finish behind the fireplace’s faceplate installation CLEARANCES MEASUREMENTS A 2" (51 mm) E* 41 1/8" (1045 mm) B* 6 7/8" (175 mm) F* 25 1/2" (648 mm) C* 72" (1829 mm) minimum G 1 3/8" (35 mm) MAX D* 5 1/2" (140 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. 20 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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See Section 1.3.5: Fresh Air Intake Kit for fresh air kit (K) and Appendix 1: Optional Hot Air Distribution Kit Installation (AC01375, AC01376 or AC01340) for the different hot air distribution kits (L) installation. Fresh air intake kit or forced air kit installation LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area MINIMUM MEASUREMENTS MINIMUM MEASUREMENTS FOR FRESH AIR INTAKE (K)** FOR FORCED AIR KIT (L)** H* 12" (305 mm) 18" (457 mm) J* 12" (305 mm) 18" (457 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. ** The fresh air intake kit may be installed on the left side only and the forced air kit may be installed either on the sides or on the back. 21 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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CLEARANCES** M* 54 9/16" (1386 mm) N* 77 3/16" (1961 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. **Values M and N are minimum measurements. They may need to be increased to alloy installation of a Fresh air intake kit or forced air kit, or depending on the finish material used. CLEARANCES A 6" (152 mm) maximum B 18 1/2" (495 mm) minimum C 24" (610 mm) minimum *Measurements for (C) clearances are taken from door opening. 22 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
MATERIALS MUST BE INSTALLED SO THAT THE FACEPLATE MAY BE REMOVED AFTER THE INSTALLATION. THE FACEPLATE IS DESIGNED TO OVERLAP THE MATERIAL SURROUNDING THE FIREPLACE. IF THE MATERIAL IS THICKER, USE A FACEPLATE GAUGE FOR POSITIONING AND MAKE SURE THAT THE FACEPLATE CAN BE REMOVED AFTER IT HAS BEEN INSTALLED (PLEASE DISMISS IF YOU INSTALL THE MASONRY FACEPLATE OPTION). LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area D 5 1/2" (140 mm) 23 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
30 ft (9 m). To avoid condensation, it is recommended to use an insulated pipe long enough and containing a "P‐Trap" loop. This configuration can be found inside the chase, but must at all times maintain clearances to combustibles. Remove the knock out (A) located on the left‐hand side of your fireplace. Then cut and remove the insulation (B) and remove the inner knock‐out (C). Install 4" adapter (D) included in your fireplace with the 2 screws (E). 25 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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To complete the installation, make a hole of 1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm à 13 mm) bigger than the insulate pipe diameter in the outside wall of the house at the chosen location. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (open side down) and fasten the register to the wall, with screws as shown bellow. Place the insulated pipe over the register tube and over the fireplace outside air connector. At each end, carefully pull back the insulation and plastic cover, exposing the flexible pipe. Attach the flexible pipe using pipe clamps. For a better seal, you may also use aluminum tape. Wrap the tape around the joint between the flexible pipe and the air inlets. Carefully push the insulation and plastic cover back over the pipe. Fix the plastic in place using aluminum tape. 26 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
3.10 Faceplate Installation VBA1520 (Sold Separately) In order to perform installation of VBA1520 faceplate, refer to Installation manual included in the faceplate kit. VBA1520 TRADITIONAL STYLE FACEPLATE ‐ METALLIC BLACK 27 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
CLOSED. IF DOORS ARE LEFT PARTLY OPEN, GAS AND FLAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE OPENING, CREATING RISKS FROM BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE. NEVER LEAVE THE FIREPLACE UNATTENDED WHEN IN USE. THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TESTED FOR USE WITH OPEN DOORS IN CONJUNCTION WITH MECHE DOORS ALWAYS CLOSED. THE MECHE DOORS MAY BE OPENNED ONLY DURING LIGHTING PROCEDURES OR RELOADING. ALWAYS CLOSE THE MECHE DOORS AFTER IGNITION. 28 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
610 (U.S.A). Factory‐built chimneys are tested as a system with all the necessary components for installation. The instructions provided with the chimney by its manufacturer are the only reliable source of installation guidelines. To be safe and effective, the chimney must be installed exactly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Use only components intended for the brand and model of chimney you are using. Never substitute parts from other chimney brands or build your own components. This wood fireplace is to be connected to a chimney with an 8” diameter flue passage. The fireplace may also be connected to a masonry chimney, provided the chimney complies with the national or local building code. The chimney must have either a clay liner or a listed stainless steel liner. If the masonry chimney has a square or rectangular liner that is larger in cross sectional area than a round 8” flue, it should be reduced by relining with a listed 8” stainless steel liner. Do not downsize the flue to less than 8” unless the venting system is straight and exceeds 25 feet in height . 29 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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TABLE 1 ‐ LISTED CHIMNEYS FOR YOUR ME300 WOOD FIREPLACE CHIMNEY BRAND TYPE INNER DIAMETER MANUFACTURER Olympia Chimney Ventis 1” Solid Pack 8" (20 cm) WARNING: IN EVERY CASE, THE CHIMNEY MUST START WITH A 8'' DIAMETER ANCHOR PLATE SECURED TO THE FIREPLACE. WARNING: IF THE MALE NOZZLE (A) OF THE ANCHOR PLATE EXCEEDS 2" (51 MM) IN LENGTH (SEE ...
2. The ME300 is listed only with chimney systems described in table 1. 3. A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance. 4. The minimum chimney system height for a straight installation is 15 ft. (4,5 m). 5. All chimney installations must include at least one support. Reducing the amount of chimney weight on the fireplace will help avoid the noise created when the fireplace expands. This can be achieved by ...
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12. For installations where more than one chimney is located in the same non‐chase or within the same area, we suggest that their terminations be separated by at least 16" (410 mm) horizontally, and 18" (460 mm) vertically. This separation is to prevent smoke migrating from one chimney to another. 18" 18" 457.2mm 457.2mm 18" 457.21mm 16" 16" 406.4mm 406.4mm 32 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
A inches from the top of the unit to the first offset. However, starting using a 30° or 45° elbow is also approved. Mandatory measure of 15 ft. from the B bottom of the fireplace to the top of the outside chimney. 33 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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2. From below, install a firestop (B) supplied by the chimney manufacturer in each ceiling/floor separation through which the chimney will pass. At the attic level, install a radiation shield from above (D). 3. Follow the chimney’s manufacturers’ instructions and place the first chimney length on the fireplace. For all chimneys, you must use an anchor plate (A) supplied by the chimney manufacturer before installing the first chimney length. Continue installing chimney lengths making sure to lock each length in place. 35 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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4. Every time the chimney passes through a ceiling or a wall, install the appropriate firestop. When you reach the desired height, install the roof support (not illustrated). (Refer to instructions included with the support). 5. Then, put the roof flashing (E) in place and seal the joint between the roof and the flashing with roofing pitch. For sloping roofs, place the flashing under the upper shingles and on top of the lower shingles. Nail the flashing to the roof, using roofing nails. 6. Place the storm collar (F) over the flashing, and tighten it with the bolt supplied. Finally, seal the joint between the storm collar and the chimney, using silicone caulking. 7. Install the chimney cap (G). 8. When a ventilated roof flashing is installed, precautions are to be taken not to caulk or seal the ventilating openings. 36 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED NOTE: THE FLOOR AND WALLS BELOW THE ATTIC MUST BE INSULATED USING THE SAME INSULATION. 37 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
4.5 Offset Chimney Installation TABLE 2 – THE MINIMUM SYSTEM HEIGHT WHEN USING ELBOWS Fireplace model ME300 WOOD FIREPLACE Chimney model All models listed in Table 1 Vertical installation 15 ft. (4.5 m) Two (2) elbows 15 ft. (4.5 m) Four (4) elbows 17 ft. (5.2 m) After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows: 1. To insure a good draft, it is recommended, but non‐mandatory, to have a length of 18 inches (457 mm) from the top of the unit to the first offset. Install the first elbow; turn it in the required direction. Secure it to the chimney according to the chimney manufacturer’s instructions. In many cases, it is recommended to secure connections with three (3) ½" (12 mm) metal screws. 2. Install the necessary chimney lengths to achieve the required offset. Lock the chimney lengths together according to the chimney manufacturer’s instructions. In many cases, it is recommended to use three (3) ½" (12 mm) metal screws. If the offset length is made of two (2) chimney lengths or more, many ...
A INSULATED WALL RADIATION SHIELD B GYPSUM BOARD C INSULATED WALL 4.7 Chimney Support Installation 4.7.1 Universal Roof Support This support has three possible uses: 1. It must be used on a roof to support the chimney. 2. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset. 3. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof as a supplementary support. For roof support installation, refer to the instructions provided with the support by the chimney manufacturer. Many manufacturers will provide the maximum height of chimney that can be supported by the support. Make sure you respect those parameters. 39 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
4. No other appliance can be connected to the same chimney. Installation: The chimney must be relined with a stainless steel liner of the same diameter as the outlet of the fireplace. For connection at 30 or 45 angle, a special connector must be used to connect the liner to the insulated chimney. Verify availability and installation instructions for this connector with the chimney manufacturer. 40 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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5. Slip through the hole a 45 or 30 insulated liner adapter and connect it to the liner. 6. Seal the opening around the liner with high temperature refractory cement. 7. Then, follow the chimney manufacturer’s instructions to connect the extended liner section to the special chimney connector. Note: Make sure the liner exceeds at least 12” (30 cm) the top of masonry chimney. 41 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
PART B ‐ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 5 FUEL The ME300 is designed to work best when fuelled with seasoned cordwood. Use solid wood or processed solid fuel fire logs only. Hardwoods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density. Hardwoods will result in a longer burning fire and less frequent refuelling. A moisture content of 15% to 20% (seasoned) is recommended. Wood that has been cut and split and let to dry under a cover for a period of one year will usually meet those criteria. Excessively wet wood will be difficult to burn and will result in lower efficiency, increased creosoting and deposits on the glass and in the chimney. Excessively dry wood will burn well but will also have higher emissions and shorter burning time. CAUTION: DO NOT BURN SCRAP OR GARBAGE, TREATED WOOD OR WOOD SUCH AS DRIFTWOOD FROM THE OCEAN WHICH HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO SALT OR OTHER CHEMICALS. SALT OR ...
6 OPERATING THE ME300 WOOD FIREPLACE CAUTION: WHEN USING THE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE, THE FIREPLACE DAMPER MUST BE SET IN THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. 6.1 First Fires Two things will happen as you burn your first few fires; the paint cures and the internal components of the fireplace are conditioned. As the paint cures, some of the chemicals vaporize. The vapors are not poisonous, but they do smell bad. Fresh paint fumes can also cause false alarms in smoke detectors. So, when you first light your fireplace, be prepared by opening doors and/or windows to ventilate the house. As you burn hotter and hotter fires, more of the painted surfaces reach the curing temperature of the paint. The smell of curing paint does not disappear until you have burned one or two very hot fires. Burn one or two small fires to begin the curing and conditioning process. Then build bigger and hotter fires until there is no longer any paint smell from the fireplace. Once the paint smell disappears, your fireplace is ready for serious heating. 6.2 Building a Fire To start a fire, place several crumpled up balls of newspaper in the firebox behind the andiron. Place small dry pieces of kindling on top of the paper, criss‐crossing the kindling so that there are air spaces in between. Open the exhaust damper fully and light the newspaper. Once the newspaper and the kindling are well ...
B. Negative pressure in the house As the fire burns, air goes up the chimney. This air must be replaced through leakage into the house or through the fresh air kit. When operating the ME300 wood fireplace, open a nearby window temporarily to check if there is adequate air supply replacement. If opening a window solves the problem, the house is ...
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Check to make sure the chimney is clear and clean. E. Chimney not long enough The minimum system height is 15 feet (4,6 m). The chimney must extend at least 3 feet (915 mm) above its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet (0.6 m) higher than any roof or wall within 10 feet (3 m) of it. When installed with offsets, the minimum system height is as per Table 2. Additional height will increase draft and will decrease the tendency to smoke. F. Poor chimney draft With no fire, there should be sufficient draft to exhaust cigarette smoke introduced at the bottom of the throat. Chimneys installed against an outside wall without protection may generate back draft problems which will cause start‐up problems. To prevent this, when you light a fire make sure you use small pieces of really dry wood and keep your glass door closed for the first 15 minutes. Reload your unit a few times with kindling before putting large pieces of cordwood. IMPORTANT NOTES a. Do not burn coal. The sulphur in coal will corrode the firebox. b. Do not allow the wood to smoulder or burn without flame, since this will produce excessive creosote in the unit. c. The exhaust damper and air intake control should be always in the open position when the fireplace is in use. 45 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
7 MAINTAINING YOUR ME300 WOOD FIREPLACE 7.1 Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapours which combined with expelled moisture will form creosote. The creosote vapours condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow‐burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney should be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine if creosote build‐up has occurred. When creosote has accumulated it must be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire. 7.2 Chimney Maintenance ...
DO NOT USE THE FIREPLACE WITH A BROKEN OR MISSING REFRACTORY PANEL. When replacing the refractory panels, it is possible that the insulation paper behind them is detached from the walls of firebox. You must properly position the insulation paper or get a new one from your dealer before putting the new refractory panels. To replace the refractory panels of your ME300 fireplace, follow the steps bellow: 1‐ Using a ratchet key with a 7/16” (12 mm) socket, remove the 4 screws (B) holding up the andiron (A). ...
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To install the new glass, follow the above steps in reverse order. It might be necessary to replace the glass gasket from time to time. The gasket is flat, adhesive‐backed, woven fibreglass. Remove the glass retaining screws (A) and the 4 metal frames (B) that hold the glass (C) to the door frame (D). Lift out the glass (C) and pull off the old gasket. Do the same for the other door. This is a good time to clean the glass thoroughly. 49 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
Both glasses used in the ME300 are 5 mm thick of dimension: 18" x 15 5/16" and tested to reach temperatures up to 1,400 °F. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with one having the same ...
WARNING: DO NOT USE ABRASIVES SUCH AS STEEL PADS, STEEL WOOL OR OVEN CLEANER AS THEY WILL SCRATCH THE GLASS. 7.9 Blower Maintenance or Replacement 1. Open the bottom louver (A). 51 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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2. Cut the Tie wrap (B) 3. Lift the blower (C) located under the firebox towards the back. Turn 90° to pull out. 4. Unplug the blower’s electric wires (D) and (E). Repeat the steps in reverse order to reinstall the fan. 52 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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Connect the black wire with the black wire of the terminal block. The ground (green or skinned wire) must be attached to the fireplace metal frame. 53 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
APPENDIX 1: OPTIONAL HOT AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT INSTALLATION (AC01375, AC01376 OR AC01340) Different hot air distribution systems can be installed with the ME300: Hot air gravity kit ‐ Traditional style (AC01375) Hot air gravity kit ‐ Modern style (AC01376) Forced air kit (AC01340) Hot air gravity kit ‐ Traditional style (AC01375) The kit includes: 2 x hot air outlets (grilles (A) and frames (B)); 2 x 90 elbows (C); 6 x steel brackets (D) with fastening screws (E) and self‐tapping screws (F) Parts not included in the kit: 2x 8” rigid ducting (G) 54 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET FRAME WITH ELBOW DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET DECORATIVE GRILLE WITH ELBOW The safety rules and installation procedures for both AC01375 and AC01376 hot air ducting gravity kits are the following: Minimum height* 68" (1.7 m) Minimum distance from ceiling: 12" (30 cm) Maximum length 10' (3m) *The minimum height of the hot air ducting must be measured from the floor to the top of the hot air grilles. 55 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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The hot air grilles can be installed in the same room as the fireplace, or one or both of the grilles can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms. Installing the ducts at different elevations will tend to exhaust more heat out of the higher grilles. 56 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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Hot air gravity kit ‐ Modern style (AC01376) L’ensemble comprend : Decorative plate (A) Adjustable frame (B) Heat distribution box (C) 6x steel brackets (D) with fastening screws (E) and self‐tapping screws (F) 2x Finishing cap assemblies (H) AND (J) 2x Fastening screws (I) Parts not included in the kit: 2x 8” rigid ducting (G) 57 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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DIMENSIONS OF HEAT DISTRIBUTION BOX: 35" 889mm 38" 965mm 15 3/4" 400mm 5" 127mm 58 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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DIMENSIONS OF ADJUSTABLE DECORATIVE PLATE: 34 7/8" 886mm 37" 940mm DIMENSIONS OF ASSEMBELED HEAT DISTRIBUTION BOX AND ADJUSTABLE DECORATIVE PLATE: 38" 965mm 59 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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The duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. It is recommended to wear gloves to perform this procedure. For either AC01375 or AC01376, remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut and remove the insulation in order to obtain two 8" dia. openings. Then, remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes inside the fireplace. 60 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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2. Secure the ducting (G) to the 90° elbows (C) with self‐tapping screws (3 per elbow). Insert the hot air outlets (B) in the elbow (C). Set hot air outlets frames behind the non‐combustible materiel and secure to the wall with screws. Secure hot air outlets (B) to the elbows (C) with 3 self‐tapping screws each. Secure the hot air outlets grilles (A) to the frames with screws. 3. Maintain at least a 2" (50 mm) clearance between the ducts and the firestop; the required hole size for the hot air grilles (outlet) is 8¼" × 8¼" (210 mm × 210 mm). 4. The maximum number of elbows in a run of duct is two. 5. Maintain at least 10" (254 mm) clearance from the outlet grille framing to a combustible ceiling, side wall or mantel. 6. When passing through a combustible wall or floor, a firestop must be installed at the wall or floor penetration. The hole size must be in accordance with the duct manufacturer’s instructions. 61 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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7. Do not connect the hot air ducts to a central heating system. Malfunction of the heating system’s fan will cause the fireplace to overheat. 8. Do not use insulated flexible ducts as they may overheat. 9. Do not use tees or any other components than the ones specifically listed here. 10. All ducts must extend upwards or horizontally. Never route the ducting downwards. 11. The hot air outlet grilles must be installed with the louvers pointing downwards in order to prevent overheating adjacent ceilings. 12. Always install the two outlet grilles when using the hot air outlet kit and blocking the upper louver of the fireplace. 62 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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1. Secure the 6 steel brackets (D) with 6 screws provided (E) on top of the fireplace (3 for each ducting). Insert the ducting (G) (not provided) into each opening and secure it in place using the steel brackets (D) installed previously with 6 other self‐tapping screws provided (F). 2. Secure the ducting (G) to the heat distribution box (C) with self‐tapping screws (3 per ducting). Insert the adjustable frame (B) in the heat distribution box, press it against the non‐combustible finishing material and secure with 4 screws into the heat distribution box. Set the decorative plate (A) to the adjustable frame (B) with two fastening screws (I) and finishing cap assemblies (H) and (J) provided in the kit. 63 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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HVAC type pipe must comply with ULC S110 and/or UL 181, Class 0 or Class 1 Standards and must withstand temperatures up to 250 °F. For the complete installation procedure, see the installation manual provided with the kit. You can also download this manual at www.occanada.com. 64 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
APPENDIX 2: EXPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST 65 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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FORCED AIR KIT PC CARD 1 31 44142 BLOWER 6'' 300 CFM 1 32 PL60266 TOP STAND‐OFF 2 33 PL59821 TOP HEAT SHEILD 1 34 VBA1520 TRADITIONAL STYLE FACEPLATE ‐ METALLIC BLACK 1 35 21394 REFRACTORY PANEL ISOLATION 10 36 PL59856 REFRACTORY PANEL RETAINER 2 37 22166 LEFT REFRACTORY PANEL 1 38 22165 BACK REFRACTORY PANEL 1 39 22167 RIGHT REFRACTORY PANEL 1 66 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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45 49066 90 DEGREE X 8" 26Ga. GALVANISED ELBOW 2 46 30640 GAKLVANISED BOX FOR HOT AIR GRAVITY KIT 8" 2 47 30540 HOT AIR GRAVITY KIT GRILL 2 48 AC01376 HOT AIR GRAVITY KIT ‐ MODERN STYLE 1 67 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
*Pictures required Shall your unit or a components be defective, contact immediately your VENTIS dealer. Prior to your call make sure you have the following information necessary to your warranty claim treatment: Your name, address and telephone number; Serial number and model name as indicated on the nameplate fixed to the back of your unit; Bill of sale and dealer’s name; Nature of the defect and any relevant information. Before shipping your unit or defective component to our plant, you must obtain from your VENTIS dealer an Authorization Number. Any merchandise shipped to our plant without authorization will be refused automatically and returned to sender. 68 ME300 ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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