Astria MONTECITO ESTATE Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Astria MONTECITO ESTATE Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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• 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.
WARNING
Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 and UL-127
Report No. 304-7213
EPA Cert. No. 609
P900118-00
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

MONTECITO ESTATE™
EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 900118-00 REV. NC 12/2013
MODEL
MONTEST
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.
IHP wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supplemental
heater. They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat
source.
WARNING
• 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.

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  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MONTECITO ESTATE™ EPA Wood-Burning Fireplace P/N 900118-00 REV. NC 12/2013 MODEL MONTEST 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.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    WARNING combustible flowing window treatments such as curtains WARNING The Montecito Estate™ fireplace on nearby windows that are of must be installed with an outside sufficient length to be blown in To avoid the risk of damaging front of an open flame when the...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Door Installation .......Page 6 cover for a period of one year will usually meet • The Montecito Estate fireplace is not intended Door Adjustment .......Page 6 that criteria. The required drying time will vary for use with a gas log set. Do not use a depending on the climate.
  • Page 4: Combustion Control

    Primary Air and Air Boost Controls However, it will be necessary to reload with There is no flue damper in the Montecito Estate wood every one or two hours. This is the fireplace. As is common with air tight appliance,...
  • Page 5: Refueling For Best Performance

    C. Fans operating (e.g.: range hood) - These Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal fans draw air out of the house and may To reload the Montecito Estate™ fireplace at the When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar actually cause a negative pressure in the...
  • Page 6: Chimney 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 Montecito Estate™ fireplace chimney fires. Keep your chimney clean. Do not is completed. All you have to do is fit the be placed in a metal container allow more than 1/16”...
  • Page 7: Glass Care - Replacement

    (see fireplace dimensions on Glass Replacement The glass used for the Montecito Estate fireplace is a high temperature Pages 9 and 10). ceramic glass (1,400° F). If the glass breaks or cracks, it must be replaced with an identical ceramic glass.
  • 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

    Drywall panels around the fireplace. wood Mantel can be Hearth Extension Requirements installed The Montecito Estate™ fireplace may be installed directly on a combustible floor. The supplied 24” safety metal strip must be positioned as follows: (610mm) One half under the front of the fireplace and the other half must extend on the floor over which the hearth extension will be built (see Figure 9a).
  • 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 Mantel Drywall * Floor Radiation Ceiling * Floor CTDT 2” X 3” Min. Shield Wall Termination...
  • Page 12: Fireplace Blower

    Max. 13” x 13” Outlet Grill (330mm x 330mm) The Montecito Estate™ fireplace is approved for use with a Gravity Kit: Gravity Kit The gravity kit is designed for double hot air outlets and includes: (See Figure 15) 10’ (3.1m) - 2 telescopic lengths 8”...
  • Page 13: Outside Air Kit

    Figure 18 OUTSIDE AIR KIT OUTSIDE AIR CONNECTION TO THE FIREPLACE It is mandatory to install an outside air connection to the Montecito Estate fireplace. The following components are required and are included with Fireplace the fireplace:...
  • Page 14: Chimney System

    THE CHIMNEY SYSTEM NOTE: 2" clearance to combustibles around chimney components required. Chimney Installation Notes NOTE: Blown or fill type insulation materials must not be in contact with the fireplace or in the enclosure frame as described in ‘’Enclosure’’ section. 1.
  • Page 15: Chimney Installation Instructions

    S2100 / HT6000+ ACBI Solid Packed Pipe * Air Cooled Pipe * Attic Radiation Shield Attic Radiation Shield Figure 21 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.
  • 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.
  • 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

    Montecito Estate™ Facade Black, MEFBK Central Forced Air Kit, Central forced air kit including: blower H4852 Montecito Estate Facade Hammered Steel, MEFMC (BISZY), flex adaptor (BISAF), 2 clamps, variable speed Doors - (Required - Order Separately) control (VRUW), thermo-disk (VTU), fan to flexible pipe...
  • Page 22: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST SPECIFICATIONS Montecito Estate™ - Replacement Parts Cat. No. Model Description Cat./Part No. H4842 MONTEST Fireplace Blower PR-UZY7 Product Reference Information Blower Motor Speed Control VRUW Weight 450 lbs Snap Disc, Blower Height 49-3/8” Baffle refractory (2 pieces) (top of firebox)
  • Page 23: Chimney Components Lists

    SECURITY CHIMNEYS™ - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS The components listed below must be ordered from Security Chimneys International™. Contact your Security Chimneys Distributor or Dealer for ordering information. Security Chimneys International Limited 450-973-9999 2125 Monterey, Laval, quebec 1-800-361-4909 (USA) Canada, H7L 3T6 1-800-667-3387 (Canada) www.securitychimneys.com Fireplace Model MONTEST - Approved Venting Components manu-...
  • Page 24 SECURITY CHIMNEYS™ - PARTS AND COMPONENTS LISTS The components listed below must be ordered from Security Chimneys International™. Contact your Security Chimneys Distributor or Dealer for ordering information. Security Chimneys International Limited 450-973-9999 Tubinox™ LL Chimney Lining System 2125 Monterey, Laval, quebec 1-800-361-4909 (USA) Rigid Stainless Steel Liner For Relining A Masonry Chimney, 7”...
  • Page 25: Warranty

    THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") Limited Lifetime Warranty warrants your Astria™ Brand EPA Wood Burning Fireplace ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. The Product body, firebox and ceramic glass carry the Limited Lifetime Warranty. Ceramic glass carries the Limited Lifetime Warranty against thermal breakage only.
  • Page 26: Product Reference Information

    1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108 See Page 22 for a complete replacement parts list. Use only parts sup- Nashville, TN 37210 plied from the manufacturer. Visit us at www.Astria.us.com Model Number _____________________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________________ Date Installed ______________________________________________________ Dealer’s Name _____________________________________________________ Dealer’s Phone Number ______________________________________________...

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