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Heat&Glo NORTHSTAR-BK Installation Manual

Epa certified woodburning fireplace installation and fireplace setup
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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual!
Model(s):
Tested and
Listed by
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OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
EPA CERTIFIED WOODBURNING
FIREPLACE
Installation and service of this appliance should be
performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies recommends HHT Factory Trained or
NFI Certified professionals.
Heat & Glo • NORTHSTAR • 480-2360 Installation Manual • Rev J • 8/24/15
Installation Manual
Installation and Fireplace Setup
O-T L
Portland
Oregon USA
US
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• DO NOT overfire. Overfiring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may
cause house fire.
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
fireplace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable
materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
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  • Page 1 Installation Manual Pour demander un exemplaire en français de ce Manuel du propriétaire, visitez www. Installation and Fireplace Setup heatnglo.com/translations. INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference. NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual! WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. •...
  • Page 3 Date Installed: Lot/Address Location of Fireplace: Installer: Model (circle one): Dealer/Distributor Phone # NORTHSTAR-BK NORTHSTAR-NT Serial #: NORTHSTAR-GT WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install fireplace acording to these instructions can lead to a fire or explosion. Fireplace Install IF NO, WHY? Verified that the chase is insulated and sealed.

  • Page 4: Product Specific & Important Safety Information

    Product Specific & Important Safety Information A. Appliance Certification BTU & Efficiency Specifications ► EPA Certification #: 569 This fireplace system has been tested and listed in ac- cordance with UL127 and ULC-S610-M87 and (UM)84- EPA Certified Emissions: 3.3 grams per hour HUD standards for installation and operation in the United *LHV Tested Efficiency: 77.2 % States and Canada as described in this manual.

  • Page 5: Glass Specifications

    B. Glass Specifications D. Combustible Materials This fireplace is equipped with 5 mm ceramic glass. Re- • Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following place glass only with 5 mm ceramic glass. Please contact materials: your dealer for replacement glass. Wood - Compressed paper Plant fibers...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started A. Typical Fireplace System Termination Cap Additional lateral support for chimney above roof (or enclosed in chase) if needed Storm Collar Chimney penetrates roof Non-combustible preferably without affecting roof flashing maintains roof rafters minimum clearance Offset/Return around chimney (with hanger straps) Support straps Attic insulation shield...

  • Page 7: Design And Installation Considerations

    B. Design and Installation Considerations NOTICE: In addition to these framing dimensions, also reference the following section: • Clearances (Section 3). NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and NOTICE: national codes and regulations. • Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations and • Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions, • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.

  • Page 8: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    2. Locating Fireplace & Chimney Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor- mance. • Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing • Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building winds during the heating season. envelope.

  • Page 9: Tools And Supplies Needed

    C. Tools and Supplies Needed E. Fireplace System Requirements Before beginning the installation be sure the following The fireplace system requirements consist of the follow- tools and building supplies are available: ing: Reciprocating saw Framing material • Fireplace Firebrick (included with fireplace) Pliers Non-combustible sealant Door (included with fireplace)

  • Page 10: Framing And Clearances

    Framing and Clearances ► A. Fireplace Dimensions (25 mm) (587 mm) (283 mm) (89 mm) (1111 mm) (791 mm) (422 mm) (1022 mm) (305 mm) (175 mm) (149 mm) (743 mm) Fan Electrical Access (248 mm) (25 mm) (right side of fireplace) (940 mm) (1016 mm) (1066 mm)

  • Page 11: Clearances

    B. Clearances WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles as specified in Figure 3.2. DO NOT pack required air spaces with insulation or other materials. Framing or finishing material used on the front of, or in front of, the fireplace closer than the minimums listed must be constucted entirely of non-combustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.). Failure to comply may cause fire. Storm Collar Roof Flashing 2 in. (51 mm) min. 2 in. min. Attic (51 mm) Insulation Shield (attic) Ceiling Firestop (ceiling) 2 in. (51 mm) min. 2 in. (51 mm) min. 2 in.

  • Page 12: Minimum Clearances

    1. Minimum Clearances WITHIN ENCLOSURE AREA Fireplace to backwall 1 in. (25 mm) Fireplace to sidewall 1 in. (25 mm) Duct boots to framing 0 in. (0 mm) Top standoffs to header 0 in. (0 mm) Door opening to sidewall 22-7.8 in.

  • Page 13: Construct The Chase

    C. Construct the Chase Round Termination Cap A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the fireplace and/or its vent system. Vertical chimneys that Storm Collar run on the outside of a building must be installed inside a Metal Chase Top chase.

  • Page 14: Frame The Fireplace

    D. Frame the Fireplace E. Secure and Level the Fireplace This fireplace may be placed on either a combustible or NOTICE: Hearth extension design must be determined noncombustible continuous flat surface. Follow the in- before installation of fireplace. structions for framing in Section 3. Slide the fireplace into position.

  • Page 15: Protective Metal Hearth Strips

    F. Protective Metal Hearth Strips G. Facing Material WARNING! Risk of Fire! WARNING! Risk of Fire! Protective metal hearth Follow these instructions exactly. strips MUST be installed on combustible surfaces. DO NOT cover metal strips with combustible materials. Facing materials must be installed properly to prevent Sparks or embers may ignite flooring. fire. No materials may be substituted without authorization by Hearth & Home Technologies WARNING! Risk of fire! High temperatures, sparks, embers or other burning material falling from the TOOLS NEEDED: Powered drill with #2 Phillips head bit; fireplace may ignite flooring or concealed combustible caulking gun.

  • Page 16: Outside Air Kit

    H. Outside Air Kit An outside air kit must be used for combustion. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends you utilize the shortest duct run to optimize the performance of the outside air kit. The outside air inlet hood should be positioned in a manner that will not allow snow, leaves, etc.
  • Page 17 Garage or combustible Attic space liquids storage Outlet blocked by snow, leaves, etc. Outlet placed higher than 3 ft below the termination cap UL181 Listed Class 0 or Class 1 metal flex or Figure 3.11 Outside Air Installation rigid duct Termination Cap Open/Close supplied with...

  • Page 18: Heat Zone Kit (Optional)

    DUCT RUN REQUIREMENTS I. Heat Zone Kit (Optional) The Heat-Zone accessory kit conveys warm air from the MAXIMUM Duct Run = 40-ft. (12 m) fireplace through air duct(s) to remote locations in the MINIMUM Duct Run = 36 in. (914 mm) same room or other rooms of the building.
  • Page 19 Installation • Remove the knockout or cover plate from the top of the fireplace and discard it. See Figure 3.14. • Cut a 3 in. (76 mm) hole in the insulation board as per the dimensions shown in Figure 3.14. 3-13/16 in.
  • Page 20 NOTICE: Secure the duct so that clearance to the fire- 2 x 4 Wall place outer wrap is maintained. Tape all seams with alumi- num tape 1-1/4 in. (32 mm) minimum width or as specified Fan Housing by local codes.) • Seal all the way around the inside of the return air grille to prevent hot air being drawn back into the venting system using gasketing supplied with the kit.

  • Page 21: Electrical Wiring

    Electrical Wiring NOTICE: The manual override switch, rheostat speed NOTICE: Wiring for fans must be done before framed control and cover plate are supplied. You will need to supply: enclosure is completed. If using a Heat Zone kit, it also must 14-3 wire with ground; 14-2 wire with ground; standard wall be installed before enclosure is complete. mount junction box; wire nuts. WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT apply combustible fin- • Remove junction box cover plate on the bottom right ishing materials over any part of the front of this fireplace.

  • Page 22: Chimney And Termination Requirements

    Chimney and Termination Requirements A. Chimney Requirements NOTICE: You must provide support for the pipe during construction and check to be sure inadvertent loading has Vertical distances are measured from the base of the not dislodged the chimney section from the fireplace or at fireplace as shown in Figure 5.1. any chimney joint. Table 5.1 Chimney Requirements Table 5.2 Chimney Component Dimensions Minimum overall straight height 13 ft.

  • Page 23: Offsets/Returns

    B. Offsets/Returns • Use an offset/return to bypass overhead obstructions. • An offset and return can be used as a single entity or separated by chimney section(s). WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT use offset/returns greater than 30°. Chimney draft will be restricted and could cause overheating and fire. Secure offsets with screws ( not to exceed 1/2” / 13 mm in length) Secure returns with strapping. Straight chimney sections may be secured with screws. Keep chimney sections from separating or twisting. • Measure the shift needed to avoid the overhead obstruction. Refer to dimension A in Figure 5.2. •...

  • Page 24: Termination Requirements

    C. Termination Requirements • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow or other materials. • Locate cap away from trees or other structures. • The bottom of the termination cap must be at least 3 ft (.91 m) above the roof AND at least 2 ft (.61 m) above any portion of roof within 10 ft (3.05 m) as shown in Figure 5.3.

  • Page 25: Chimney Installation

    Chimney Installation A. Typical Chimney System NOTICE: Chimney performance may vary. • Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance. • Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs. Termination Cap Chimney must extend beyond combustible roof structure Maintain minimum height of chimney above roof Additional support for tall chimneys Storm Collar Install roof flashing Maintain minimum according to minimum clearances to requirements...

  • Page 26: Assemble Chimney Sections

    B. Assemble Chimney Sections C. Install Chimney Air kit (CAK4A) Use only those components described in this manual. NOTICE: Chimney Air Kit, Part CAK4A is required when Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair using the SL-300 Pipe Series. Detailed instructions are safe operation and cause overheating and fire.
  • Page 27 NOTES: • The CAK4A termination cap must be a minimum of 4 ft (1219 mm) above the ground and kept free of debris. • If the CAK4A is installed in a chase, the CAK4A side termination cap must be at least 3 ft (914 mm) below the chimney top.

  • Page 28: Secure Offset/Return

    D. Secure Offset/Return ROOM ABOVE (non-insulated ceiling) When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sections, they must be locked into position with screws (outer only). To prevent gravity from pulling the chimney sections apart, the returns and the chimney stabilizers have hanger straps for securing these parts to joists or rafters.

  • Page 29: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    F. Install Attic Insulation Shield Insert three WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST install an attic insu- screws lation shield when there is any possibility of insulation or other combustible material coming into contact with the chimney. • DO NOT pack insulation between the chimney and the attic insulation shield. • Failure to keep insulation and other materials away from Tabs bent 90°...

  • Page 30: Roof Penetration

    G. Roof Penetration • Refer to Figure 6.10. • Plumb from roof to center of chimney. • Drive a nail up through roof to mark center of pipe. • Measure to either side of nail and mark the 14-1/2 in. x 14-1/2 in.

  • Page 31: Install Chase/Chase Top

    I. Install Chase/Chase Top CHIMNEY • You MUST use a chase top in a chase installation. FLASHING Chase tops may be field constructed. PLATE FLASHING • Include a turndown and drip edge to prevent water THIMBLE EXTENSION from seeping into the chase. •...

  • Page 32: Termination Cap Requirements

    J. Termination Cap Requirements Termination • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow Slip or other materials. storm collar around chimney pipe • Locate cap away from trees or other structures. before termination •...
  • Page 33 Place waterproof sealer under each flange of the Place waterproof Remove 2 screws termination cap and on caulk or sealer under from front & back top of each screw to each flange of the to lift the top off termination cap and help prevent leaks.

  • Page 34: Finishing

    Finishing A. Template B Finish the Wall A cardboard template of the front is printed on the outside Use a wet or dry towel or a soft brush to remove any dust of the shipping box. Cut out the template along the out- or dirt from the non-combustible facing material.

  • Page 35: Mantel And Wall Projections

    C. Mantel and Wall Projections D. Finishing the Hearth Extension A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 60 WARNING! Risk of Fire! High temperatures, sparks, em- in. (1524 mm) from the base of the fireplace. bers or other burning material falling from the fireplace Refer to Figure 7.3 for reduced mantel height allowances.
  • Page 36 • Fireplace installed flush on the floor and hearth extension raised to bottom of fascia: Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 20 in. (508 mm) in front of and 8 in. (203 mm) to either side of the fuel opening is required (see Figure 7.4). •...

  • Page 37: Non-Combustible Sealant Material

    E. Non-Combustible Sealant Material • After completing the installation of non-combustible material in the required non-combustible zone and the non-combustible finishing material over that, remove the template. • A bead of non-combustible sealant (or Super Calstick) must be used to close off any gaps at the top and sides between the fireplace and non-combustible facing (Figure 7.7) to prevent cold air leaks and the risk of fire.

  • Page 38: Fireplace Setup

    Fireplace Setup A. Firebrick Placement The firebox of your fireplace is lined with high quality fire- brick, which has exceptional insulating properties. Do not use a grate; simply build a fire on the firebox floor. Do not operate the fireplace without bricks. Make sure bricks are installed as shown.

  • Page 39: Baffle And Blanket Placement

    B. Baffle and Blanket Placement Ensure correct baffle and baffle protection channel place- ment; replace baffle components if damaged or missing. Back of Firebox Ceramic Blanket Baffle Protection Channel in position Figure 8.3 Baffle Board The ceramic blanket and baffle board MUST be in contact with the back of the firebox and even with each other in the front.

  • Page 40: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Chimney Components The following drawings show the SL-300 Series chimney and fireplace components which may be safely used with this fireplace. 12 in. Catalog # Description 12 in. (305 mm) CAK4A Chimney Air Kit (shipped with unit) (305 mm) 5-1/4 in.
  • Page 41 Inside 10-1/2 in. (267 mm) Diameter 20-3/4 in. 8 in. (527 mm) (203 mm) Outside 2 in. (51 mm) 4-3/4 in. (121 mm) Diameter JB877 Chimney Joint Band Effective Height 10-1/2 in. (267 mm) SL3 Chimney Stabilizer 10-1/2 in. Inside Diameter (267 mm) 8 in.
  • Page 42 22 1/2 in. 66 in. (572 mm) (1676 mm) 20 in. (508 mm) 16 1/2 in. (419 mm) 1/2 in. (13 mm) 9 1/2 in. (241 mm) HX4 Micore Hearth Extension 9 1/2 in. (241 mm) TCT375 Terra Cotta Termination Cap 34-3/4 in.
  • Page 43 13 1/4 in. (337 mm) 16 1/4 in. (413 mm) 26 1/2 in. (673 mm) 28 5/8 in. (727 mm) 18 in. LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud (457 mm) TS345 Square Termination Cap TS345P Painted Square Termination Cap Catalog # LDS33 LDS46 1219 1829 32 in.

  • Page 44: Accessories

    B. Accessories MESH-HHT Firescreen Heat & Glo, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies 1915 West Saunders Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641 www.heatnglo.com Please contact your Heat & Glo dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your nearest Heat & Glo dealer, please visit www.heatnglo.com. Heat &...

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