INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL EPA Certified Wood-Burning Fireplace Inserts Save These Instructions For Future Reference Performer™ C210 P/N 900101-00, Rev. A, 04/2015 P900101-00 Performer™ CA210 Wood Fireplace Inserts Performer™ Models C210 and CA210 A French manual is available upon request. Order P/N 900102-00. Ce manuel d’installation est disponible en francais, simplement en faire la demande.
CONGRATULATIONS! Installing the Insert ..............13 Post Installation Checks ............... 13 When you purchased your new wood-burning fireplace insert, Operating Hints ................14 you joined the ranks of thousands of individuals whose answer Starting and Maintaining a Fire ............ 14 to their home heating needs reflects their concern for aesthetics, Blower Operation (optional kit) ............
13. Inspect your chimney at least once a month during the burn- IMPORTANT SAFETY AND WARNING ing season to check for soot and creosote accumulations. INFORMATION Any accumulations over 1/8” thick should be removed by a professional chimney sweep. Do not attempt to burn out heavy creosote accumulations with a hot fire.
read greater than .04’ W.C. (inches water column) and less than .08” TESTING INFORMATION W.C. As per NFPA-211 standard (see paragraph below), the installer must take into account all variables within the installation and install the This manual describes the installation and operation of these non-catalytic appliance in such a manner that satisfies the draft requirements of the wood heaters.
NEGATIVE PRESSURE WARNING FUEL This appliance is not designed to be operated in a negative pressure. This appliance is designed to burn dry seasoned natural wood only (see In very airtight homes with large kitchen exhaust fans, furnace cold air Page 20 for a list of prohibited fuels).
BURN-IN PERIOD PAINT CURING If your appliance has plated accessories, be sure to clean it with a Please be patient with the heat output of your appliance for the first few household type glass cleaner and a very soft cloth to remove any weeks.
BRICK INSTALLATION CAUTION: Wear gloves during brick installation in case of sharp edges behind the fireplace insert. NOTE: Installation of the baffle boards and baffle blankets are easier when you can still access the flue outlet, (before connecting the flue vent). Be sure the baffle blankets are placed flat on the baffle boards so as not to block exhaust flow to the flue.
REqUIRED CLEARANCES Maximum Mantel Depth = 9” (229mm) COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL WARNING: BE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE HEATER AND THE SURFACE OF ANY COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUC- Top Facing / Trim TION IS NOT LESS THAN SHOWN ON THIS PAGE. Model E(1) C/A210 USA-24”...
Using the r formula: HEARTH PROTECTION Minimum r-value (per Inch) Specified min. The hearth and/or floor protection must be a thermally rated non-com- thickness of of listed material thickness bustible hearth/floor protector meeting or exceeding a thermal rating of alternate r-value (per inch) of listed k=.84 or equivalent with a listed thickness of 3/8"...
FOLLOWING EXAMPLES ARE CALCULATED FOR CANADA REQUIR- CHIMNEY REqUIREMENTS MENTS Using the k formula: This appliance is approved for use in a masonry fireplace built to UBC Minimum k-value (per Inch) of Specified min. Chapter 37 or equivalent with a minimum 26” (660 mm) opening at the thickness of alternate material (k thickness...
POSITIVE FLUE CONNECTION A full chimney liner is recommended A positive flue connection is providing a seal between the vent pipe or Fireplace liner and the existing fireplace chimney for the purpose of preventing Chimney room air passage to the chimney cavity of the fireplace. There are dif- ferent approved methods to achieve this.
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES INSTALLATION PROCEDURE - FACTORY-BUILT ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACES See “Required Clearances” on Page 8. FIREPLACE PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Fireplace and Chimney Requirements This appliance must only be installed in a zero clearance factory-built NOTE: IHP RECOMMENDS PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION BY fireplace using 6”...
CHIMNEY LINER INSTALLATION POST INSTALLATION CHECKS Remove the existing chimney cap and install a stainless steel liner into 1. Check that all chimney pipe joints are securely fastened. the chimney (if a special section has been used or drilled to attach to the insert, it must be the bottom piece).
OPERATING HINTS STARTING AND MAINTAINING A FIRE 1. Burn only dry, well-seasoned wood for maximum heat output. In some Be sure to clean plated accessories with a household type cleaner and a very soft cloth to remove any fingerprints and states it is illegal to burn wet wood or anything other than clean, dry residues prior to the first fire.
BLOWER OPERATION Blower Operation The blower can be operated manually or automatically (blower will turn on when the stove or insert is hot and turn off when the stove or insert is cool). The rocker switch on the control panel allows you to select between manual operation or automatic operation as follows (see Figure 10): MANUAL OPERATION: Turn rocker switch to the manual position (up) Manual / Auto...
ACHIEVING CLEAN, LONG BURNS OPERATING TECHNIqUES AND HINTS Recent developments in wood-burning technology have made wood-burn- To achieve long burn times, after having thoroughly preheated the ing a cleaner and more convenient way to heat your home. Overall efficiency appliance, let the appliance top cool down to 275 to 400 degrees (on in a wood-burning appliance is a combination of combustion efficiency Elite inserts, locate thermometer on the face of the insert just above and heat transfer efficiency.
GLASS CLEANING GUIDELINES MAINTENANCE WARNING: DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN APPLIANCE IS HOT! Glass on any wood stove or fireplace insert will not stay perfectly clean. Have your product inspected at least once a year by a qualified Here are some guidelines for cleaning and caring for the glass: service technician to ensure gaskets, air tubes, baffles, and venting •...
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GLASS REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS Door Gasket Step 1. Remove Door Assembly - Open door to remove E clip from the upper hinge pin. Remove upper hinge pin by pulling up while holding the op- posite side of the door. Lift door out of the lower hinge pin and place Screws and Washers face down on a soft surface.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution POOR DRAFT: Extend chimney in length or have the chimney realigned to the proper size flue. Oversized chimneys normally have poor drafts. Remember, the appliances’ draft depends solely on the natural draft of the chimney (See Draft Requirements on Page 4).
Smoke Detector Recommended DO’S AND DON’TS Since there are always several potential sources of fire in any home, we recommend installing smoke detectors. If possible, install the smoke DO NOT: Install or operate the appliance before reading this manual. detector in a hallway adjacent to the room (to reduce the possibility of occasional false activation from the heat produced by these appliances).
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Set of 6 screws and 6 washers for door assembly H5295 Large Flange Screw/ Nickel - Seven Needed H5654 Spring Handle / Nickel F1871 IronStrike™ Nameplate Kit w/ Hardware - Nickel H5653 Spring Handle / Gold F1872 IronStrike Nameplate Kit w/ Hardware - Gold 71067...
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REPLACEMENT PARTS - MODEL C210 AND CA210 NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS - MODEL C210 AND CA210 Door Parts Blower Parts NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") Limited Lifetime Warranty warrants your IronStrike™ Brand Wood Burning Stove or Insert ("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.
If you did not purchase your appliance directly from an When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: IHP dealer, then contact us at www.IronStrike.us.com to find your nearest IHP dealer who will answer your questions or address your concerns.
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