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NORTH STAR
Tested and
Beaverton
Listed by
Oregon USA
C
EPA CERTIFIED
OMNI- Test Laboratories, Inc .
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.
10-05
1
480-1081B
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Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace
NORTH STAR Tested and Beaverton Listed by Oregon USA EPA CERTIFIED OMNI- Test Laboratories, Inc . 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. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace TABLE OF CONTENTS servicing. Installation and Draft Considerations ....4 To ensure a safe fireplace system and to prevent the build up of soot and creosote, inspect and clean the fireplace and Listings and Code Approvals ....... 3 chimney prior to use and periodically during the burning Description of the Fireplace System .... -
Page 3: Listings And Code Approvals
Firebrick installation and operation in the United States and Canada c. Chimney Termination Cap as described in this manual. The North Star 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 North Star 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: Minimum Clearances To Combustibles
North Star 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) See Page 10 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES... -
Page 6: Fireplace Dimesions, Clearances & Outside Air . 5 D. Chimney Components
North Star 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 North Star EPA Certified Fireplace 8" 101/2" Inside Diameter 20-3/4" 8" Inside Diameter 8" Chimney Sections Outside Diameter Catalog No. 10½" SL306 6” 4-3/4” Outside SL312 12” 10-3/4” Diameter 10½" SL318 18” 16-3/4” SL324 24” 22-3/4” SL3 - Chimney Stabilizer...
- Page 8 North Star 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" 16-5/8" 29" 16-5/8" MH842 Mobile Home Thimble TR342 TERMINATION CAP CHASE TOP 14-1/2"...
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Page 9: Pre-Installation Preparation
fireplace when no outside air is used. Outside air is required for combustion. (see page 21). The North Star 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 North Star Fireplace will fit the framed opening height 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 North Star 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 North Star EPA Certified Fireplace I F 10 2. Chimney Height Requirements (above roof 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
North Star 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. -
Page 14: Attic Insulation Shield
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace 5. Installing Firestop Spacers ROOM ABOVE 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” x 18-3/8” for an FS339 and 14-1/2” x 23” for an FS340). -
Page 15: Mobile Home Installation
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. Lay out, cut and mobile home. - Page 16 North Star 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 FLASHING through the roof to mark the center.
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Page 17: Hearth Extension
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace 14. Installing the Roof Flashing CLEARANCES! A minimum 1” air clearance must be maintained at f a roof flashing is to be used, install the roof flashing the back and sides of the fireplace assembly. - Page 18 North Star 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.
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Page 19: Constructing A Chase
North Star 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 may chimney and fireplace. -
Page 20: Termination Cap
North Star 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. -
Page 21: Operating Instructions
fitted with tightly sealed doors and windows are must be properly operated in order to ensure that they relatively air tight. The North Star Fireplace comes perform the way they are designed to perform. equipped with an outside air intake to feed combustion... -
Page 22: Burning Process
North Star 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. So, from other fuel burning appliances which can result in if heat is robbed from the fireplace during the drying improper venting (smoking) or air dilution. -
Page 23: Burning Guidelines
North Star 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. -
Page 24: Starting A Fire
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace 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 and ceramic blanket are correctly is important to do this when reloading the fireplace. -
Page 25: Moisture Content
North Star 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,... -
Page 26: Storing Wood
North Star 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
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace J. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Creosote and Soot 3. Disposal of Ashes a. Formation and need for removal: When wood Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic tight-fitting lid. -
Page 28: Glass Replacement
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace 6. Care and Cleaning of Glass 8. Glass Replacement Ensure that the fire is out and the appliance is Your fireplace is equipped with ceramic super heat- cool to the touch. resistant glass, which can only be broken by impact or misuse. -
Page 29: Firebrick Replacement
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace 9. 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: Fan Replacement
North Star EPA Certified Fireplace 10. Fan Replacement Fan Cord Location The North Star Fireplace comes standard equipped with two fans, installed at the fac- tory with electric access on the right side of fireplace (as you face it). Fan Replacement Instructions... - Page 31 11. Baffle Removal & Installation NOTE: The baffle in the North Star 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: Service Parts
North Star Service Parts EPA Certified Fireplace Beginning Manufacturing Date: 02-17-03 Ending Manufacturing Date: __________ EXPLODED VIEW 24" 12-3/8" 2.0" 27-1/2" Ceramic Blanket Door Assembly Fascia Assembly Part number list on following page. 480-1081B 10-05... -
Page 33: Replacement Parts
North Star Service Parts List EPA Certified Fireplace IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. The most current information is located on your dealers VIP site. When ordering, supply serial and model numbers to ensure correct service parts. DESCRIPTION ITEM SERIAL #... -
Page 34: Index
North Star 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 LIFETIMEWARRANTY The Hearth & Home Technologieslimited Lifetime Warranty guaranteesthat the following componentswill work as designed for the lifetime of the stove or Hearth & Home Technologieswill repair or replace them. These items include but are not limited to steel and cast iron components,all gas burners, gas logs, combustionchambers,heat exchangersystems, stainless steel firebox components,plating, doors, glass damaged by thermal breakage, steel baffle supports, steel and ceramic baffles and manifold tubes. - Page 36 • L e a v e t h i s m a n u a l w i t h p a r t y responsible for use and operation. Your Records for Model: NORTH STAR EPA FIREPLACE DEALERSHIP WHERE PURCHASED: ______________________________________...
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