Intended Use Statement
Note: Do not scale drawings. Illustrations in this manual are
not to scale and are intended to show “typical” installations.
Nominal dimensions are given for design and
framing reference only, since actual installations may vary
due to job specific design preferences. Always maintain the
stated minimum clearances to combustible materials. Do not
violate any specific installation requirements.
The EPA Phase 2 qualified Standard Series fireplace
and DM 54 chimney system is tested and listed by Warnock
Hersey (Intertek Testing Service) - Report No. 315965MID-
008 and Report No.315986MID-006 - to UL 127, and UL
103HT - 2006. The EPA qualifying emissions tests were
conducted by OMNI-Test Laboratories Report No.: 257-F-
06-3.
EPA Phase 2 qualified Standard Series fireplace
systems are also designed for installation in accordance
with the National Fire Protection Association Standard
for chimneys, fireplaces, vents and Solid Fuel-Burning
Appliances (NFPA 211).
EPA Phase 2 qualified Standard Series fireplaces are not
listed for use with fireplace inserts.
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Intended Product Use Statement:
The EPA Phase 2 qualified Standard Series fireplace
and DM 54 chimney systems are intended to burn solid wood
fuel, propane or natural gas.
Note:
Installation of a gas pipe must comply with the
Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in
Vented Fireplaces, ANSI Z21.60.
This fireplace is not designed to sit directly on a
combustible floor system. The Fire-Lite application is designed
to sit on a combustible floor.
This fireplace is intended
for use as a supplemental heat source only and is not intended
for heavy use as a primary heating system.
Overfiring, abusive burning or mistreatment will void
any claims (eg. burning construction debris or other highly
flammable material; tossing, kicking or otherwise forcing logs
into the firebox).
EPA Phase 2 qualified Standard Series fireplace and
DM 54 chimney systems are conventional indoor or outdoor
fireplaces designed to appear like traditional masonry fireplaces.
EPA Phase 2 qualified Standard Series fireplace and DM 54
chimney system units are intended for installation in residential
homes and other buildings of conventional construction.
Note: The local authority having code jurisdiction should be
consulted before installation to determine the need to obtain a
permit.
Important areas of concern with the installation of
these fireplaces are: construction of proper load bearing
foundation and concrete support slab; code required hearth
extension substrates and supports; proper assembly of
components; clearance to combustible materials; height of
chimney; and, techniques employed in applying finishing
materials to the fireplace opening and hearth extension.
Each of these important topics will be covered in detail
throughout this manual. Installation personnel must give special
attention to each topic as the installation progresses.
All work performed on, near and adjoining the fireplace
and chimney installation must meet or exceed the specifications
and requirements in this manual and the prevailing local building
code.
Subsequent renovations, additions of cabinets and
storage spaces in the enclosure surrounding the fireplace are also
limited to the specifications in this manual and to the prevailing
local building code.
Isokern is not responsible for other construction work
around the fireplace unit.
WARNING:
This fireplace has not been tested for use with glass
doors. To reduce the risk of fire or injury, do not install glass
doors.
Some jursdictions require the use of glass doors. If
glass doors are used, operate fireplace with doors in the fully
open position.
