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Revised: 14/11/2011 

 

    Printed: 20/03/2013 

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (FREESTANDING MODELS ONLY) 

 

Select the position of your heater carefully, taking into consideration all combustible materials 
in the roof; eg. Ceiling joists, roof trusses, etc. 
 

Determine flue location through the ceiling: 

Position the hearth correctly, then place the heater on the hearth so that the flue spigot on the 
heater is correctly aligned with the flue location from the ceiling. 
 
This heater has been tested and approved to AS 2918 using an approved Flue Kit. 

 

Clearance to combustible surfaces: 

Ensure correct model. 

 

Minimum distance 

Millimetres 

Reference 

Symbol 

Heater 

    1800           2400  

Standard Installation 

150 

150 

 

350 

300 

Corner Installation 

100 

100 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

                         Standard Installation                            Corner Installation 

 

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (FIRE PLACE INSERT MODELS ONLY) 

 

The heater shall only be installed in a sound concrete or masonry fireplace, connected to a 
chimney, both of which shall be inspected for soundness and thoroughly cleaned before the 
heater is installed. After removing the packaging, slide the heater into the fireplace opening. 
 
A flue system shall be connected to the heater, providing free and effective discharge of 
combustion by-products outside the building and any enclosed or confined space.  

 

Arrow models – Fireplace Inserts 1600 & 2000 

  

 

Minimum distance: 

 

Dimensions in mm

  

From top edge of hot air outlet to underside of mantle piece / shelf 

550  

From outer vertical edges of heater fascia to mantle piece uprights 

 50 

Floor / hearth in front of heater from door sealing edge (fuel opening) 

 300 

Floor / hearth in front of heater from either side of fire box opening 

200 

Note: The fireplace cavity shall be sufficient to accommodate the external firebox dimension 
with a minimum clearance of 25 mm all around.   
The power cord may be relocated from the right-hand front side of the heater to the left-hand 
side. 
Note: This procedure shall only be carried out by a licensed electrical contractor.  

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 1600

Page 1: ...IONS Serial Number of Heater ____________ Model ___________________ ARROW WOOD HEATERS ARE AUSTRALIAN OWNED AND MANUFACTURED BY SHAMIC SHEETMETAL SHAMIC SHEETMETAL SHAMIC SHEETMETAL SHAMIC SHEETMETAL AUST PTY LTD PO BOX 8 KILSYTH VIC 3136 PH 03 9737 5300 FAX 03 9761 6455 www shamicheating com au ...

Page 2: ...LED IN ACCORDANCE WITH AUSTRALIAN STANDARD AS 2918 AND THE APPROPRIATE REQUIREMENTS OF THE LOCAL BUILDING REGULATORY AUTHORITY WARNING BURN ONLY HARDWOOD WARNING DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS SUCH AS PETROL KEROSENE OR ENGINE OIL TO START OR REKINDLE THE FIRE CAUTION MIXING OF APPLIANCE OR FLUE SYSTEM COMPONENTS FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES OR MODIFYING THE DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS OF COMPONENTS MAY RE...

Page 3: ... or masonry fireplace connected to a chimney both of which shall be inspected for soundness and thoroughly cleaned before the heater is installed After removing the packaging slide the heater into the fireplace opening A flue system shall be connected to the heater providing free and effective discharge of combustion by products outside the building and any enclosed or confined space Arrow models ...

Page 4: ...ntrol to desired level As well as keeping recommended firewood sizes in mind the way you load the fuel will affect the operating characteristics of your Arrow heater Always ensure adequate air is provided for combustion and to reduce creosote a smaller intense fire is preferable to a large smouldering one If a large log is placed across the width of the firebox more often than not the wood will sm...

Page 5: ...t least 2 3 full set the air inlet control to high and let the heater operate in this manner for at least 90 minutes Note Ensure that the heater fan is switched to high during this procedure failure to do so may result in excessive deflection of the heater top panel or damage to the fan wiring Paint curing To prevent discolouration of the high temperature paint do not burn a large fire until the p...

Page 6: ...sh being most effective If you experience heavy tar like deposits then inspect your fuel and review your operating methods Wet or green wood will cause heavy creosote deposits on the glass as well as the flue system and will severely restrict your heaters performance WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THE HEATER IF THE DOOR GLASS IS CRACKED Door glass seal Before lighting the first fire of the heating season ...

Page 7: ...rest on the floor of the firebox 3 Lower the front of the baffle until it clears the support brackets remove it from the firebox The baffle plate should be removed and inspected annually and flaky deposits shaken or brushed off The most convenient time to maintain the baffle is when the flue is being cleaned Flue system Under normal conditions using dry hardwood and employing correct operating pro...

Page 8: ...be over emphasized as it is critical to your heater s performance The relevant moisture content wetness of wood is indicated in the following table Moisture Content Fuel Suitability Below 10 Very dry Wood burns but less efficiently as some moisture is needed for ideal combustion 10 18 Ideal Wood burns efficiently and economically 18 25 Wood will burn but less efficiently Above 25 Wood too wet to b...

Page 9: ...that sold you the heater 5 Advise them of the specific problem 6 Provide the details that your retailer requests to complete a Warranty Claim Form This must include the heater model serial number and installation compliance certificate if applicable in your State 7 Your retailer will forward your claim to Shamic Sheetmetal Aust Pty Ltd the manufacturer of the above heater brands 8 Shamic will cont...

Page 10: ...f Building Codes Since building code requirements vary users should determine in advance whether there are any building code restrictions on the installation or use of the heater Shamic makes no representation of warranty regarding building code compliance and shall not be responsible for compliance therewith g Shamic will only accept claims under this warranty in strict accordance with the condit...

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