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Hearth & Home Technologies
Beaverton
1915 W. Saunders Street
Tested and
O-T L
Listed by
Oregon USA
Mount Pleasant, Iowa 52641
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OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Division, HON INDUSTRIES
www.heatilator.com
CONSTITUTION
EPA CERTIFIED
WOODBURNING FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property
damage, bodily injury or even death. Please read entire manual before you install and use
your fireplace.
4-03
1
480-1091
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Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace
Listed by Oregon USA Mount Pleasant, Iowa 52641 OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. Division, HON INDUSTRIES www.heatilator.com CONSTITUTION EPA CERTIFIED WOODBURNING FIREPLACE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage, bodily injury or even death. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace TABLE OF CONTENTS To ensure a safe fireplace system and to prevent the build up of soot and creosote, inspect and clean the fireplace and ..Installation and Draft Considerations ....4 chimney prior to use and periodically during the burning Listings and Code Approvals....... -
Page 3: Listings And Code Approvals
OMNI Test Laboratories, Inc., for b. Firebrick installation and operation in the United States and Canada c. Chimney Termination Cap as described in this manual. The Constitution Fireplace is d. Chimney System approved for mobile home installations when not installed in e. Hearth Extension... -
Page 4: Installation And Draft Considerations
INSTALLATION AND DRAFT CONSIDERATIONS The Constitution Fireplace requires a minimum flue draft of -0.10 inches of water column on High, and -0.04 inches of water column on Low, as measured with a draft meter. Most dealers have draft meters available to measure your flue draft if you suspect a problem. - Page 5 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace C. FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW 3-1/2" TOP VIEW 1" 43-13/16" 31-1/8 " 40-5/16" 23-1/8" 11-1/8" 6-1/2" 5-7/8" 37" 9-11/16" 40" Fan Electrical Access, (right side of fireplace) MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES See Page 10...
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Page 6: Fireplace Dimesions, Clearances & Outside Air . 5 D. Chimney Components
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace D. CHIMNEY COMPONENTS The following pictures show the SL-300 Series chimney and fireplace components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catalog No. Description CAK4A Chimney Air Kit Insulated Duct/Outside Air Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air SL306 Chimney Section - 6”... - Page 7 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 8" 101/2" Inside 20-3/4" Diameter Inside 8" Diameter Chimney Sections 8" Catalog No. Outside Diameter SL306 6” 4-3/4” 101⁄2" Outside SL312 12” 10-3/4” Diameter 101⁄2" SL318 18” 16-3/4” SL324 24” 22-3/4” SL3 - Chimney Stabilizer SL315-330 - Offset/Return SL336 36”...
- Page 8 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 13-1/4" 14-3/4" 23-1/2" 16-1/2" 22-1/4" 23" (10-1/2" Outer) (8" Flue) 17-3/4" ST375 Square Termination Cap TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap MH841 Mobile Home Thimble Extension 20” 24-5/8" 29" 16-5/8" 16-5/8" MH842 Mobile Home Thimble TR342 TERMINATION CAP CHASE TOP 14-1/2"...
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Page 9: Pre-Installation Preparation
Outside air is required for combustion. (see page 21). The Constitution Fireplace comes equipped with an outside air inlet to feed combustion air from outside the home, along with an outside air termination cap. -
Page 10: Chimney Requirements
2. Framing the Fireplace 2" Position mantel The Constitution Fireplace will fit the framed opening width of 60” from base of 43-7/8” tall. The finished cavity depth must be no less than 24”. Framing must extend straight up all the way to the ceiling. - Page 11 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 1. Using Offsets and Returns To bypass any overhead obstructions, the chimney may be offset using a 15° or a 30° offset/return. Perform the following steps to determine the correct chimney component combination for your particular installation.
- Page 12 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 2. Chimney Height Requirements (above roof IF 10 FEET OR LESS line) a. Major building codes specify a minimum chimney height above the roof top. These specifications are summarized in what is known as the Ten Foot Rule.
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Page 13: Installation Of Fireplace
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace G. INSTALLATION OF FIREPLACE WARNING! Before starting, do the following: 1. Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection. 2. Keep hand tools in good condition. Sharpen cutting edges and make sure tool handles are secure. 3. Always maintain the minimum air space required to the enclosure to prevent fire. -
Page 14: Attic Insulation Shield
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 5. Installing Firestop Spacers Mark and cut out an opening in the ceiling for the firestop spacer being utilized (14-1/2” x 14-1/2” for an FS338, 14-1/2” ROOM ABOVE x 18-3/8” for an FS339 and 14-1/2” x 23” for an FS340). -
Page 15: Mobile Home Installation
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 8. Mobile home installation 9. SL-300 MH842 Celing/Roof Thimble You must use the outside air termnination cap supplied 1. Locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof by with your North Star Fireplace for installation in a plumbing down to the center of the chimney. - Page 16 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 9. SL-300 MH842 Celing/Roof Thimble (Cont’d) 11.Marking the Exit Point of the Roof Locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof by CHIMNEY plumbing down to the center of the chimney. Drive a nail up through the roof to mark the center.
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Page 17: Hearth Extension
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace CLEARANCES! Installing the Roof Flashing A minimum 1” air clearance must be maintained at If a roof flashing is to be used, install the roof flashing the back and sides of the fireplace assembly. appropriate to the roof pitch and install a round termination cap following the instructions shipped with the cap. - Page 18 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 17. Alternate materials worksheet How to determine if alternate floor protection materials are acceptable: All floor protection must be non-combustible (i.e., metals, brick, stone, mineral fiber boards, etc.). Any organic materials (i.e., plastics, wood paper products, etc.) are combustible and must not be used. The floor protection specified includes some form of thermal designation such as R-value (thermal resistance) or k-factor (thermal conductivity).
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Page 19: Constructing A Chase
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 19. Finishing Material H. CONSTRUCTING A CHASE Do not install combustible materials over the front A chase is a vertical boxlike enclosure built around the of the fireplace! This poses a safety hazard and chimney and fireplace. A chase may be constructed for the may start a fire. -
Page 20: Termination Cap
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace NEED NEW DRAWING 2. Chase Top Construct a chase of desired materials main- taining a minimum 2” air space around the chimney. Storm Collar Chase Flashing 3. Termination Cap 2" min Storm Collar Chase Flashing a. Install the chimney sections up through 2"... -
Page 21: Operating Instructions
The Constitution Fireplace comes perform the way they are designed to perform. equipped with an outside air intake to feed combustion... -
Page 22: Burning Process
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 3. Burning Process CAUTION: Fireplace operation does require air. Do not take air Fire requires three things to burn: fuel, air and heat. from other fuel burning appliances which can result in improper venting (smoking) or air dilution. Always provide So, if heat is robbed from the fireplace during the adequate makeup air. - Page 23 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 6. Burning Guidelines 8. Heat Zone Operating Instructions For maximum operating efficiency with the lowest The Heat-Zone accessory kit conveys warm air from emissions, follow these operating procedures: the fireplace through air duct(s) to remote locations in the same room or other rooms of the building.
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Page 24: Starting A Fire
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 15 minutes a day to keep air passages clean. 10. Starting A Fire 11. Burn Rates Before lighting your first fire in the fireplace, make HIGH: Open (slide right) Slide Air Control fully. It certain that the baffle are correctly positioned. It should is important to do this when reloading the fireplace. -
Page 25: Moisture Content
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 13. Wood Fuel Fill it with a gallon of water, put it in the firebox and try to burn it. This sounds ridiculous but that is exactly what Hardwood vs. Softwood you are doing if you burn unseasoned wood. Dead wood lying on the forest floor should be considered wet, Your fireplace’s performance depends a great deal on... -
Page 26: Storing Wood
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace • Availability of combustion air. Storing Wood • Heat generated from the fire. Splitting wood before it is stored reduces drying time. • Diameter and height of the flue system. The following guideline will ensure properly seasoned... -
Page 27: Maintenance Instructions
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace J. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Creosote and Soot b. Keep doors shut to prevent dirt and soot from a. Formation and need for removal: When wood entering the room. is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic c. -
Page 28: Glass Replacement
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 7. Glass Replacement 5. Overfiring: Do not overfire. Using flammable liquids or too much Ensure that the fire is out and the appliance is wood, burning trash in the stove, or allowing too much cool to the touch. -
Page 29: Firebrick Replacement
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 8. Firebrick Replacement The firebox of your fireplace is lined with high quality firebrick, which has exceptional insulating properties. There is no need to use a grate; simply build a fire on the firebox floor. Do not operate the fireplace without firebrick. - Page 30 Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace 9. Fan Replacement Fan Cord Location The Constitution Fireplace comes standard equipped with two fans, installed at the factory with electric access on the right side of fireplace (as you face it). Fan Replacement Instructions Power must be OFF prior to servicing!
- Page 31 10. Baffle Removal & Installation NOTE: The baffle in the Constitution Fireplace is 2700° Fiber Board. Removing hardware exposed to combustion processes can be frustrating. If your reason for removing the baffle is simply to clean the chimney, you have alternatives which will save time and effort.
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Page 32: Exploded View
Constitution Service Parts EPA Certified Fireplace Beginning Manufacturing Date: 02-17-03 Ending Manufacturing Date: __________ EXPLODED VIEW 24" 1.0" 27-3/8" 2.0" 27-1/2" Door Assembly Part number list on following page. 480-1091 4-03... -
Page 33: Replacement Parts
Constitution Service Parts List EPA Certified Fireplace IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. The most current information is located on your dealers web site. When ordering, supply serial and model numbers to ensure correct service parts. ITEM DESCRIPTION SERIAL # PART NUMBER... -
Page 34: Index
Constitution EPA Certified Fireplace Index Moisture Content of Wood 25, 26 Accessories 6 Exploded Views Air Clearance 10, 17 Door Assembly 33 Air Kit Knob Location 5 Negative Air Pressure 27 Ashes, Disposal of 27 Noncombustible Material 16-18 Fascia 33... -
Page 35: Lifetime Warranty
Lifetime Warranty LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The Hearth & Home Technologies limited Lifetime Warranty guarantees that the following components will work as designed for the lifetime of the stove or Hearth & Home Technologies will repair or replace them. These items include but are not limited to steel and cast iron components, all gas burners, gas logs, combustion chambers, heat exchanger systems, stainless steel firebox components, plating, doors, glass damaged by thermal breakage, steel baffle supports, steel and ceramic baffles and manifold tubes. - Page 36 ATTENTION INSTALLER: PLEASE RETURN THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE HOME OWNER WHEN INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE. 4-03 480-1091...
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