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Earthcore Industries  

Isokern Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 

 

12/2021

 

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FIGURE 24 

FIGURE 23 

Vertical Termination Systems – Vent Configurations 

 

NOTE

: A B-Vent support plate (MSP) is required if vertical height exceeds 30 feet. Maximum of 30 feet 

between supports. 

 

 

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The vertical vent system will be terminated with a mechanical draft system. Installation instruction for 

the mechanical draft system begins on page 32

 

 

NOTE: Vertical termination skip steps 10-11 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Isokern MAXIMUS 82L120

Page 1: ...T This manual contains assembly rules installation steps and guidelines and use and maintenance instructions for Isokern MAXIMUS Linear Series Open Front gas appliances This manual must become the pro...

Page 2: ...ations 30 Horizontal Termination Systems Vent Configurations 31 Enervex RS Chimney Fan MFD General Information 32 MFD Vertical Termination Installation 35 RS Fan Vertical Termination Installation 36 M...

Page 3: ...and its approved components are safe when installed according to this installation manual and when operated as recommended by the manufacturer Unless you use Earthcore Industries LLC approved componen...

Page 4: ...fe operation of this fireplace WARNING This unit is not for use with solid fuel 1 Always check local building codes governing fireplaces and fireplace installations The Isokern Maximus Linear Series i...

Page 5: ...any gas control which has been under water 19 The Isokern Maximus Linear Series is not intended to heat an entire home or to be used as a primary heat source 20 Children and adults should be alerted...

Page 6: ...Earthcore Industries Isokern Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 12 2021 6 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 48 Open Front 82L48...

Page 7: ...Open Front Components 82L48 Component Part Description 13 Smoke Dome 48 Qty 2 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 70 Damper Beam 48 Qty 2 81 Top Plate 46 48 Qty 1 Component Part Description M67 Backwall Qty...

Page 8: ...Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 12 2021 8 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 72 Open Front 82L72 Steel angle 6 x 6 x 1 2 cut to span firebox opening This item is not included in the componen...

Page 9: ...omponents and can be sourced locally Component Part Description 16 Smoke Dome 60 72 Qty 2 18 Smoke Dome 72 Qty 2 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 69 Damper Beam 42 Qty 2 77A Top Plate 36 42 Qty 1 Compone...

Page 10: ...aximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 12 2021 10 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 96 Open Front 82L96 Steel angle 6 x 6 x 1 2 cut to span firebox opening This item is not included in the componen...

Page 11: ...6 Smoke Dome 60 72 Qty 2 17 Smoke Dome 60 Qty 2 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 68 Damper Beam 36 Qty 4 77A Top Plate 36 42 Qty 1 113 Smoke Dome 96 Qty 2 122 Top Plate 82L96 Qty 2 191 Base Plate 84 96 1...

Page 12: ...ximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 12 2021 12 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 120 Open Front 82L120 Steel angle 6 x 6 x 1 2 cut to span firebox opening This item is not included in the compone...

Page 13: ...scription 16 Smoke Dome 60 72 Qty 4 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 69 Damper Beam 42 Qty 2 70 Damper Beam 46 48 Qty 2 74 Damper Beam 60 Qty 2 77A Top Plate 36 42 Qty 1 116 Smoke Dome 120 Qty 2 Componen...

Page 14: ...metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance IMPORTANT When installing on a combustible floor system the area in front of the fireplace must be covered with a non combustib...

Page 15: ...50 lbs includes steel angle but no burner flue or accessories d Maximus Linear Open Front 120 2 997 lbs includes steel angle but no burner flue or accessories 2 Approximate weight of glass media 100 l...

Page 16: ...sed hearth height When calculating raised hearth height be sure to allow for the 3 thick base plate plus the 2 1 2 thick fire brick floor in addition to the height of the platform The platform shall b...

Page 17: ...arthcore Adhesive should squeeze out along the face of the entire joint as a sign of complete and proper sealing of the joint On broader contact surfaces it is advisable to apply several additional be...

Page 18: ...e Check for complete sealing of each contact joint as the firebox assembly progresses 1 Apply Earthcore Adhesive to the joints between each baseplate part and ensure to set each base plate in a full b...

Page 19: ...of the consecutive courses of the firebox side walls making sure to stagger the back wall components so that the vertical joints do not align Apply Earthcore Adhesive to the top of each layer of side...

Page 20: ...iron These recesses shall begin at the front of the top sidewall components and extend 5 towards the center of the firebox These notches ensure that the angle iron is level and flush with the top of t...

Page 21: ...ocks are designed to sit on the firebox side wall between the front lintel and the back lintel Each of the damper end blocks are designed for a specific side of the unit When properly set the vertical...

Page 22: ...g its entire length bead should be 3 from the front edge Place the front smoke dome component s on the bead of Earthcore Adhesive so that approximately a 17 gap exists between the front and rear smoke...

Page 23: ...Industries 12 2021 Isokern Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 23 Assembled Maximus Linear Open Front Units Assembled 48 Maximus Linear Open Front 82L48 Assembled 72 Maximus Linear Open Fr...

Page 24: ...Industries Isokern Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 12 2021 24 Assembled Maximus Linear Open Front Units Assembled 96 Maximus Linear Open Front 82L96 Assembled 120 Maximus Linear Open Fr...

Page 25: ...that the air kit duct be routed in the most direct path to the outside wall of the building Air kits are typically supplied with 10 duct sections It is recommended not to exceed twenty feet 20 of four...

Page 26: ...fe Interior chimneys shall be enclosed where they extend through closets storage areas occupied spaces or anywhere the surface of the chimney could be contacted by persons or combustible materials The...

Page 27: ...r horizontal termination The ideal termination must be determined for each fireplace that is to be installed Venting paths may be vertical horizontal or a combination of vertical and horizontal paths...

Page 28: ...l blanket over the Isokern Top Plate flue opening then center anchor plate over the Isowool blanket Figure 20 3 Secure the Anchor Plate with four 4 masonry anchors 4 Starting at the anchor plate attac...

Page 29: ...casing The B vent Firestop is installed at the underside of this penetration The B Vent pipe is to be centered in the firestop s opening When installed check to make sure the one inch 25 4 mm clearanc...

Page 30: ...ms Vent Configurations NOTE A B Vent support plate MSP is required if vertical height exceeds 30 feet Maximum of 30 feet between supports 9 The vertical vent system will be terminated with a mechanica...

Page 31: ...ipe to the location of termination 12 If the installation must pass through an attic floor or ceiling the B vent Firestop shall be utilized To pass the pipe through the floor ceiling begin by cutting...

Page 32: ...ice panel to prevent power from being switched on accidentally 3 Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualified person s in accordance with applicable codes and standards 4 Follow...

Page 33: ...ases the gas valve for fireplace operation The actuator has two end switches to prove damper position open or closed and is equipped with the Enerdrive fail safe system to open the damper in the event...

Page 34: ...he Standard for Draft Equipment andThe National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 All electrical wiring must be in accordance with the requirements of authority having jurisdiction or in the absence o...

Page 35: ...r silicone Install a weatherproof cable connector on the side of the actuator cover to prevent water ingress to the actuator 3 Use 6 of the included sheet metal screws to secure the actuator cover to...

Page 36: ...e removed Fan Installation Vertical Termination 5 Measure the inside diameter of the flue and cut a corresponding hole in the center of the fiber mat If the flue is so big that the throat in the adapt...

Page 37: ...cover to prevent water ingress to the actuator 3 Use 6 of the included sheet metal screws to secure the actuator cover to the MFD Once secure apply a bead of silicone around the seams of the cover 4...

Page 38: ...to the structure that is within 10 ft 3 m of the termination point Exception This requirement shall not apply to the separation distance between the circulating air inlet and the vent discharge of a...

Page 39: ...Earthcore Industries 12 2021 Isokern Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 39 Complete Electrical Schematic FIGURE 37...

Page 40: ...the roof or in a horizontal mount on an outside wall Junction capacitor box will be mounted near the fan mount Fan circuit disconnect de energizes the fan circuit for the purpose of servicing recommen...

Page 41: ...g All electrical wiring must be in compliance with the local codes or in their absence with the National Electric Code NFPA 70 latest edition If an external electrical source is utilized system must b...

Page 42: ...PDS must be used with the ADC100 control as a system safety device The PDS monitors the pressure inside the stack and signals the control to shut down the appliance if insufficient draft exists A sta...

Page 43: ...installed close to the fan inlet See Figure 45 7 To produce an accurate pressure reading the probe should be installed flush with the inner wall of the chimney or stack If double walled stack is used...

Page 44: ...nal Description Terminal Description 1 Line Power L1 11 Proven Draft Switch NO white 2 Line Neutral 12 Proven Draft Switch NC gray 3 Ground 13 Proven Draft Switch C purple 4 Fan Power to FSC 14 Line P...

Page 45: ...heat is applied Approximately 35 to 40 lbs of prepared mortar will lay up one hundred 9 x 4 x 2 straights IMPORTANT DO NOT add additives such as fire clay sand cement or other accelerators These inst...

Page 46: ...l to allow for expansion 3 Apply split firebrick to the rear wall of the unit Ensure approximately 1 2 gap is kept between firebrick and sidewall as well as an 1 4 gap is kept between firebrick and da...

Page 47: ...there will be a gap between the back of the noncombustible finish material and the rough front face of the Isokern firebox Be sure to fill this gap with Earthcore Adhesive in conjunction with placeme...

Page 48: ...ate the room wall finish All combustible trim projecting less than one and one half inch 1 1 2 from this plane must be kept a minimum of eight inches 8 from the sides top of the firebox openings All c...

Page 49: ...s of 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas piping system by closing its equipment shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the supply piping system at test pressures equal to...

Page 50: ...y sort may void manufacturer s warranty listings and approvals 25 The ISOFLAMES Linear Burner system is not intended to heat an entire home or to be used as a primary heat source 26 Children and adult...

Page 51: ...even though no odor exists Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble flu symptoms including headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may no...

Page 52: ...in Burner Assembly natural gas Main Burner Assembly propane ISF E 36 60 72 96N ISF E 36 60 72 96P 1 1 2 Pilot Assembly natural gas Pilot Assembly propane ISF E PAN ISF E PAP 1 1 3 Gas Valve natural ga...

Page 53: ...ions Burner Model Minimum Fireplace Dimension in BTU Depth Height Width Nat Gas L P Gas Front Rear High Low High Low ISF36LB 17 5 16 48 37 54K 38K 48K 36K ISF60LB 17 5 16 72 61 90K 63K 80K 60K ISF72LB...

Page 54: ...qualified personnel 4 Turn off gas and electricity before starting installation or service 5 Make sure gas piping is pressure tested before control is connected High pressure can damage the control c...

Page 55: ...Pa The appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 If not installed and mainta...

Page 56: ...portion of this manual pgs 45 46 3 The burner cavity must have a height of 2 1 2 a depth of 8 3 4 and the length shall extend the entire length of firebox Table 5 Figure 58 59 4 The 48 and 72 Maximus...

Page 57: ...nector to the gas inlet flared fitting on the burner assembly 7 Connect the other end of 12 flex connector to the gas supply 8 Avoid creating kinks in the flex connector 9 Make sure all connections ar...

Page 58: ...core Industries Isokern Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 12 2021 58 36 Burner Connection ISF36LB For Isokern Maximus Linear 82L48 60 Burner Connection ISF60LB For Isokern Maximus Linear...

Page 59: ...2021 Isokern Maximus Linear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 59 72 Burner Connection ISF72LB For Isokern Maximus Linear 82L96 ISF72LB Box No Part No Qty 4 E 18BP4 1 5 E 18BP5 1 9 E 12BP2 1 10 E 12BP3 1...

Page 60: ...ear Series Open Front Gas Fireplace 12 2021 60 96 Burner Connection ISF96LB For Isokern Maximus Linear 82L120 ISF96LB Box No Part No Qty 2 E 18BP2 1 3 E 18BP3 1 9 E 12BP2 1 10 E 12BP3 1 11 E 12BP4 1 1...

Page 61: ...le will beep four 4 times to indicate acceptance of the remote s command The system is now synchronized INITIALIZE WITH ADC100 Press the ON OFF key on the Remote Figure 64 A single beep from module wi...

Page 62: ...esult in poor combustion sooting and a hazardous situation See Figure 68 showing proper flame appearance LOW BATTERY POWER DETECTION The life span of the Receiver batteries depends on various factors...

Page 63: ...t byhand B BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS...

Page 64: ...n 7 seconds 7 The burner should ignite and the flames should travel along the length of the burner 8 Initially the flames will have a bluish appearance and will gradually become more yellow as applian...

Page 65: ...ite No spark See No spark on pilot Air in pilot gas line It may take a few minutes to purge out all the air from the pilot gas tube to ignite No gas Verify pilot gas tube is threaded sufficiently to g...

Page 66: ...prove go into alarm for 30 seconds followed by a full retry Flashes 3 If PDS loses proof for 15 seconds after initial PDS prove AUX OUT de energize stay in alarm until PDS prove returns and AUX OUT wi...

Page 67: ...FLECTIVE VESPER BLACK FIRE GLASS 10 LB JAR RFG 10 KD 1 2 REFLECTIVE KRYSTALLO DIAMOND FIRE GLASS 10 LB JAR RFG 10 AD 1 2 REFLECTIVE AMBER DIAMOND FIRE GLASS 10 LB JAR Glass Media will be included with...

Page 68: ...68 Registration Card...

Page 69: ...und to be defective under the terms of this warranty the party to whom this warranty is extended shall notify ISOKERN 6899 Phillips Industrial Blvd Jacksonville Florida 32256 in writing by registered...

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