Country Hearth 2200iA, Owner'S Operation And Instruction Manual

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PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
FIREPLACE CONDITION AND
ZERO CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
A masonry fi replace must meet minimum code require-
ments, National Fire Protection Association, (NFPA) 211,
or the equivalent for a safe installation. Contact a profes-
sional, licensed installer, your local building inspector or
the local
fi re authority for the requirements in your area.
Your insurance company should be able to recommend a
quali
fi ed inspector.
Inspections should include the following:
1. Condition of the fi replace and chimney. A masonry
fi replace and chimney MUST be inspected prior to in-
stallation of this appliance. They must be free from
cracks, loose mortar, creosote deposits, blockage or
other evidence of deterioration. If found, these items
MUST be repaired prior to installation. DO NOT RE-
MOVE BRICKS or MORTAR from existing
fi replace
when installing this unit.
2. Chimney Size. Minimum chimney size is 6 ˝ (152mm)
diameter. Maintain a 15 ft. minimum overall chimney
height measured from the top of appliance to the top
of the chimney. Chimneys must extend at least 3 ft.
above the roof and at least 2 ft. above the highest
point within 10 ft. of the chimney top. See the Chim-
ney Connections section of this manual.
3. Zero Clearance or Metal Heatform Fireplaces.
These fi replaces and chimneys must meet the mini-
mum code speci fi cations as noted above. Factory
built zero clearance fi replaces must be listed and
suitable for solid fuel use. Chimneys must be at least
7 inch diameter to accommodate a required, continu-
ous, stainless steel liner from the appliance’s
fl ue col-
lar to the top termination of the chimney.
Only detachable parts that can be easily replaced (i.e.
damper parts, screens, doors and side, and back re-
fractory panels) are to be removed. These parts must
be stored and readily available for replacement if the
appliance is ever removed. The removal of any parts
that render the
fi replace unusable for burning solid
fuel requires a permanent label to be af fi xed by the in-
staller that states the fi replace is unsuitable for burn-
ing solid fuel unless the missing parts are replaced
and the
fi replace is restored to its original, certi fi ed
condition.
4. Chimney Caps. Mesh type chimney caps and spark
arrestors must be able to be removed for regular in-
spection and cleaning. Otherwise the mesh should be
removed to prevent possible plugging. Check your lo-
cal
fi re and building codes.
5. Chimney Liner. The chimney must be suitable for
burning solid fuel. Install a continuous stainless steel
liner from the
fl ue collar of the appliance to the top of
the chimney. Liner must be UL Listed to UL1777.
6. Fireplace Opening Dimensions.
A. Minimum Width ............................... 29 ˝ [737mm]
B. Minimum Height .............................. 23 ˝ [584mm]
C. Minimum Depth .............................. 14 ˝ [356mm]
7. Combustible Material Clearances. The fi replace
and chimney must be inspected to make sure there
is adequate clearance to combustible materials. This
includes the top, side, front, and back as well as
concealed combustibles in the chimney and mantle
areas. Your local building inspector or
fi re authority
should have information on whether older fi replace
meet current codes and are suitable for use. See also
fi gure 1 and fi gure 2.
D. Min. Distance to Sidewall ..................9 ˝ [228mm]
E. Min. Distance to Top Trim ................14 ˝ [355mm]
F. Min. Distance to Mantle ...................19 ˝ [482mm]
G. Min. Distance to Side Trim .................9 ˝ [228mm]
H. Min. Floor Protector Front ................12 ˝ [304mm]
I. Min. Floor Protector Side ...................6 ˝ [152mm]
Min. Floor Protector Side Canada ....8” [203]
8. Makeup Air Requirements. This appliance requires
an adequate supply of makeup air to operate safely
and ef
fi ciently. In some areas, this is a building code
requirement. Inadequate air supply will cause poor
combustion, inef
fi cient operation, creosote buildup,
back drafting and smoke puf fi ng into the living areas.
If any of the following conditions are evident, a make-
up air supply MUST be installed.