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Heatilator FL92 Owner's Manual

Heatilator FL92 Owner's Manual

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WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Installation and service of this fi replace should be
performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies recommends NFI certifi ed profes-
sionals, or technicians supervised by an
NFI certifi ed professional.
Owner's Manual
Operation and Care
Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• DO NOT overfi re. Overfi ring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specifi ed. Failure to comply may
cause house fi re.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other fl ammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable
materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfi re and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
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  • Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace

    • Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable materials away. WARNING Installation and service of this fi replace should be performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends NFI certifi ed profes- Fire Risk. sionals, or technicians supervised by an For use with solid wood fuel only. NFI certifi ed professional. Other fuels may overfi re and generate poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide). Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    8. Chimney Fire B. General Operating Parts 1. Flue Damper 2. Outside Air (optional) 3. Glass Doors C. Fuel 1. Hardwood vs. Softwood 2. Moisture content 3. Seasoning 4. Storing Wood 5. Burning Process 6. Creosote Formation 7. Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs D. First Fire E. Lighting Instructions Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE, CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES, ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 4: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Igniters, electronic components, and glass 2 years Factory-installed blowers Molded refractory panels 3 years Firepots and burnpots 5 years 1 year Castings and baffles Manifold tubes, 7 years 3 years HHT chimney and termination 1 year Burners, logs and refractory years Limited 3 years Firebox and heat exchanger Lifetime All replacement parts 90 Days beyond warranty period See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page. 4021-645F 02-18-13 Page 1 of 2 Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...
  • Page 5 This warranty is void if: • The appliance has been over-fired or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine, or other damaging chemicals. Over-firing can be identified by, but not limited to, warped plates or tubes, rust colored cast iron, bubbling, cracking and discoloration of steel or enamel finishes. • The appliance is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation. • There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited to, improper chimney or venting installation. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: • The owner’s exclusive remedy and HHT’s sole obligation under this warranty, under any other warranty, express or implied, or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair, or refund, as specified above. In no event will HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the appliance. Some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO 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. 4021-645F 02-18-13 Page 2 of 2 Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 6: Product Specific And General Information

    • DO NOT install unvented gas logs. This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with • Damper must be locked open. the optional components specified in this manual. These • Gas flame may generate fumes. optional components may be purchased separately and installed at a later date. An outside air kit, gas log set, gas insert or gas log-lighter should be installed at the time of fireplace installation. Heatilator is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. Warning! Risk of Fire! For use with solid wood fuel only. Other fuels may overfire and generate poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide). Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 7: Important Safety And Operating Information

    Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. 12 in. (305 mm) Clear space from fireplace opening to walls 48 in. (1219 mm) Front of fireplace to combustible materials Figure 3.1 Clear Space Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 8: Grate

    If doors are left partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace opening. Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 9: General Operating Parts

    B. General Operating Parts WARNING! DO NOT operate fi replace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fi re- place according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury. Damper Control Section 2.F. Up - Open Down - Closed Outside Air Control Handle Out - Open Handle In - Closed Figure 3.2 General Operating Parts Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 10: Flue Damper

    The outside air kit supplies some combustion air for your fi replace. It may help reduce the effects of negative air pressure. (See Section 5.) • Refer to Figure 3.2 for location of control • Close the inlet to prevent cold drafts when the fi replace is not being used. FULLY CLOSED PARTLY CLOSED CORRECT INCORRECT CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The outside air control handle is HOT when fi replace is in operation. Adjust BEFORE lighting fi re. Figure 3.3 Operating Positions of Bi-fold Doors Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 11: Fuel

    Soft woods Hard woods • Douglas Fir • Oak • Pine • Maple • Spruce • Apple • Cedar • Birch • Poplar • Aspen • Alder Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 12: Seasoning

    D. First Fire with a tarp, plastic, tar paper, sheets of scrap plywood, etc., as uncovered wood can absorb water from rain Before lighting your first fire in the fireplace, make certain or snow, delaying the seasoning process. Avoid that: covering the sides and ends completely. Doing so • refractory is in place may trap moisture from the ground and impede air • all labels have been removed circulation. Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 13: Lighting Instructions

    WARNING! Risk of Fire! Keep combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of the fireplace. DO NOT: • store flammable materials close to the fireplace • use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this fireplace. Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 14: Maintenance And Service

    • Confirm that termination cap remains clear and unobstructed. • Inspect for blockages such as bird nests, leaves, etc. • Inspect for corrosion or separation. • Inspect for creosote and remove as needed, at least every two months during the heating season. • Inspect the system at the fireplace connection and at the chimney top. In the event of a chimney fire, Hearth & Home Tech- nologies recommends replacement of the chimney and inspection of the adjacent structure to the provisions of NFPA Level III inspection criteria. Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 15: Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning

    Chimney Screw Slip Section TR11/TR11T TCT1175 ST1175 Round Termination Cap Terra Cotta DTO/DTS Series Square Termination Cap Termination Cap Termination Cap Figure 4.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 16: Grate

    • If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled. F. Refractory Frequency: After each ash removal Homeowner • Inspect condition of refractory. Replace if crumbly or otherwise deteriorated, or if cracks exceed 1/4 in. (6 mm). Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Open window below the fireplace towards the wind. Wood condition is too wet, too large Use dry, seasoned wood (refer to wood fuel section). Bed of coals not established before Start with paper & kindling to establish bed of coals (refer adding wood to starting fire section). Flue blockage such as birds’ nests Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned by a or leaves in termination cap certified chimney sweep. Down draft or negative pressure Do not use exhaust fans during start-up (refer to negative Competition with exhaust devices pressure section). Open window below the fireplace towards the wind. Fire burns too fast Extremely dry or soft wood Mix in hardwood. Mix in less seasoned wood after fire is established (refer to wood fuel section). No glass doors 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 • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 18: Faqs

    ► Contact your dealer for additional informa- If the fire is hard to start and smoke spills out of the fire- tion regarding operation and troubleshoot- place, or you find it difficult to establish and maintain a ing. Visit www.heatilator.com to find a moderately high burn rate, then the flue draft is too low dealer. and corrective measures must be taken. Be sure you have air available for combustion and that your firewood is dry and well seasoned. Build your fires properly and according to the instructions given in op- Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...
  • Page 19 (furnace, fan, Unsealed dryer, etc.)? can lights? Overhead fan operating? Creosote buildup in flue? Air register from furnace near fireplace? Doors opening and closing? Outside air Window closed Combustion closed? for start-up? air control Figure 5.1 Factory-built Fireplaces: Troubleshooting Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

  • Page 20: Service Parts

    B. Accessories Doors DM1036 Bi-fold Glass Doors, DM1000 End Panel ((requires 2 DM1036 doors, 1 DM1000 End Panel) Gas Inserts Gas Log Sets Gas Log Lighters Wood-burning Inserts Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...
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  • Page 22: Contact Information

    6769426, 6774802, 6796302, 6840261, 6848441, 6863064, 6866205, 6869278, 6875012, 6880275, 6908039, 6919884,7047962, 7216645, D320652, D445174, D462436; (Canada) 1297749, 2195264, 2225408, 2313972; (Australia) 780250, 780403, 1418504 or other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Printed in U.S.A. - Copyright 2012 Heatilator • FL92 Owners Manual • 4012-080 • Rev C • 10/08/13...

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