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Heat & Glo LifeStyles Collection • Montana US-CAN • 4039-156 Rev C • 11/07

Diagnostics and Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

I can’t get a good

re going. What am I doing wrong?

Diagnostic Questions

Possible Causes of Condition

Solutions

Is the damper open?

• No draft

Open damper.

Is there enough paper/starter?

• Insuf

cient heat to ignite kindling

Use more paper/starter.

Is there enough kindling?
Is the kindling dry?

• Insuf

cient heat to ignite fuel

Use more dry kindling.

Is there enough or too much
wood? Is it too large? Is it dry
enough?

• Insuf

cient heat to establish draft

Use small split wood that is well seasoned (split, covered on
top at least 6 months, preferably a year).

• Insuf

cient air passage

• Insuf

cient surface area

• Ignition temperature high due to moisture

Are there adequate air spaces
between fuel pieces?

• Insuf

cient combustion air and exposed

surface area

Arrange kindling and wood for air movement.

Is the chimney pre-warmed?

• Exposed, cold chimney down drafting

Use lighted rolled newspaper at throat or

ue opening to

start upward movement.

Does the kindling, wood not
ignite?

• Condition, amount, arrangement of kindling

and fuel

Use more, drier, well-spaced kindling and fuel.

Does the kindling ignite, but the
fuel doesn’t?

• Amount of kindling

Use more kindling; use smaller, dry wood.

• Condition of fuel

Does the fuel ignite, but not burn
well?

• Condition of fuel

Use well-seasoned wood and suf

cient amount; turn

exhaust fans off; open window slightly. Perform Simpli

House Pressure Test.

• Draft problem

I don’t get enough/any heat from the

replace. What can I do about it?

Diagnostic Questions

Possible Causes of Condition

Solutions

How much wood is used for

re? • Insuf

cient fuel

Make larger

res.

How well seasoned is the wood? • Condition of fuel

Burn seasoned wood: covered on top, split and stacked for
9 months to 2 years.

How much heat output do you
expect?

• Unrealistic expectations

Explanation of decorative nature of

replace; suggestion of

approved

replace insert.

The

replace burns the wood too fast. What can I do?

Diagnostic Questions

Possible Causes of Condition

Solutions

Do you have glass doors?

• Need to slow air intake

Add glass doors.

What is the condition of the
wood?

• Extremely dry wood

Mix in less seasoned wood after

re established.

Summary of Contents for MONTANA MONTANA-36

Page 1: ...pliance only Do not install unvented gas logs WARNING If the information in these instruc tions is not followed exactly a fire 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 combustib...

Page 2: ...nt information about your fireplace Listing Label Information Location The model information regarding your specific fireplace can be found on the rating plate located on the smoke shield of the fireplace FIREPLACE NO MODEL NO MODEL NO MFG DATE WARNING RISK OF FIRE DAMAGE REPLACE GRATE WITH HEARTH HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC FIRECHAMBER INTENDED FOR USE WITH HEARTH HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC LISTED FIREPLACE...

Page 3: ...ck the Chimney Assembly 18 G Secure the Chimney 18 6 Complete the Enclosure 19 A Chimney Termination 19 B Chase Top 21 C Install the Termination Cap 21 7 Accessories 23 A Gas Log Lighter Provisions 23 8 Finishing 24 A Hearth Extension 24 B Finishing Material 25 C Mantel 25 D Sidewalls Surrounds 25 E Glass Doors 25 9 Operating Instructions 26 A General Information 26 B Outside Air 27 C Clear Space ...

Page 4: ...at source This fireplace is tested and approved as a decorative fireplace It should not be factored as a primary heat source in residential heating calculations Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to the owner s information manual provided with this fireplace For assistance or additional information consult a qualified instal...

Page 5: ...nter the chase under certain conditions The fireplace will not perform as an exterior wall Moisture penetration must be considered for construction that places the fireplace in structure walls or on moisture sensitive sur faces When installed on exterior walls Hearth Home Tech nologies recommends that the fireplace chase be con structed outside the structure s weather envelope Where the platform m...

Page 6: ...rate dual cooling air system Refractory Chimney termination cap Chimney system SL1100 series pipe is NOT approved for Canada Hearth extension Optional components include Glass doors Weather cover SLA10 11 10 in 279 254 mm Adapter required in Canada Termination Cap Chimney System Refractory Integral Grate Hearth Extension SLA10 not shown Figure 2 1 Typical Fireplace System ...

Page 7: ...y cause odors CAUTION D Inspect Fireplace and Components Carefully remove the fireplace and components from the packaging The vent system components and doors are shipped in separate packages Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment Read all the instructions before starting the installation Follow these instructions carefully during the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit ...

Page 8: ...and photos reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY Illustrations diagrams are not drawn to scale Actual installation appearance may vary due to individual design preference Hearth Home Technologies reserves the right to alter its products Freestanding Installations see Figure 3 2 When installing this fireplace as a freestanding fireplace on your porch patio or in your yard i...

Page 9: ...D H G F J I E Figure 3 1 Fireplace Locations Model A B C D E F G H I J MONTANA 36 in 24 1 2 24 42 43 46 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 74 1 2 53 1 2 mm 622 610 1067 1092 1168 13 38 38 1892 1359 MONTANA 42 in 24 1 2 24 48 49 52 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 80 1 2 57 mm 622 610 1219 1245 1321 13 38 38 2045 1448 FREESTANDING INSTALLATION Combustible Structure Enclosed Fireplace 10 ft Min Figure 3 2 Freestanding Fireplace Locati...

Page 10: ... 38 mm B Clearances Figure 3 3 Clearances to Combustible Materials Fire Risk Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified Framing or finishing material used on the front of or in front of the appliance closer than the minimums listed must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materials i e steel studs concrete board etc Failure to comply may cause fire WARNING ...

Page 11: ...within the shaded area de fined in Figure 3 3 Short stub walls are also acceptable if they are contained within the shaded area D Frame the Fireplace Figure 3 5 shows a typical framing using 2 x 4 lumber of the fireplace assuming combustible materials are used All re quired clearances to combustibles around the fireplace must be adhered to See Figure 3 2 Any framing across the top of the fireplace...

Page 12: ...he fire place is freestanding a minimum of 10 ft from a combus tible structure See Figure 3 2 Note A maximum of two pairs of offsets and returns may be used ft m Minimum overall straight height 14 4 27 Minimum height with offset return 16 4 88 Maximum height 90 27 43 Maximum chimney length between an offset and return 20 6 1 Maximum distance between chimney stabilizers 35 10 67 Double offset retur...

Page 13: ...lar slide one of the tabs down into the seam See Figure 4 2 Secure the collar tabs to the fireplace with screws placed into the holes provided See Figure 4 3 Repeat for other side Sharp Edges Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation CAUTION 4 4 Installation of Fireplace Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Do not draw outside combustion air from Wall floor or ceiling cavity Enclosed sp...

Page 14: ...t of the elevated platform must be protected with a protective metal hearth strip as shown in Figure 4 6 Raised Platform Floor 2 in 51 mm 1 in 25 mm min overlap 2 in 51 mm Top piece must overlap bottom piece Figure 4 5 Protect the Front of an Elevated Platform Level the Fireplace Level the fireplace side to side and front to back Shim with noncombustible material such as sheet metal as necessary S...

Page 15: ...liance Do NOT connect to any air distribution duct or system CAUTION Fire Risk Must maintain 2 in 51 mm air clearance to insulation and other combustible materials WARNING Note A maximum of two pairs of offsets and returns may be used 5 5 Chimney Assembly ft m Minimum overall straight height 14 4 27 Minimum height with offset return 16 4 88 Maximum height 90 27 43 Maximum chimney length between an...

Page 16: ...f the fireplace to the top of the starter collar See Dimensions in Section 12 Table 5 2 A B 1 1 4 in 32 mm OVERLAP Figure 5 1 Chimney Offset Return Example Your A dimension from Figure 5 3 is 14 1 2 in 368 mm Using Table 5 2 the dimension closest to but not less than 14 1 2 in 368 mm is 15 3 4 in 400 mm using a 30 offset return It is then determined from the table that you would need 36 5 8 in 930...

Page 17: ...Note You must provide support for the pipe during construction and check to be sure inadvertent loading has not dislodged the chimney section from the fireplace or at any chimney joint Note Inner flue and outer liner sections cannot be disassembled once locked together Plan ahead to ensure the proper installation height is achieved with the selected chimney components Ceiling firestops must be use...

Page 18: ...cked into position with the screws provided outer only using the predrilled holes 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 See Figure 5 6 or equivalent 6 or 8 sheet metal screw no longer than 3 4 in 19 mm 24 in 610 mm Attic Insulation Shield Chimney Insulation 13 in 330 mm 17 ...

Page 19: ...cular Wall 18 in 457 mm A Gas Termination B Termination Caps Staggered Height Gas Wood or Fuel Oil Termination Wood 20 in min 508 mm Termination Caps Same Height If using decorative cap cover s this distance may need to be increased Refer to the installation instruc tions supplied with the decorative cap cover 8 ft 2 44 m min for B Vent 20 in 508 mm min for direct vent to Perpendicular Wall Figure...

Page 20: ...f the nail and mark the 14 1 2 in x 14 1 2 in 368 mm x 368 mm opening required This is measured on the horizontal actual length may be larger depending on the pitch of the roof Cut out and frame the opening See Chapter 25 of the Uniform Building Code for roof framing details Assemble the Chimney Sections Through the Roof Continue to add chimney sections through the roof opening maintaining at leas...

Page 21: ... Install the Termination Cap For installations utilizing a TR11T TR442 Round Telescoping Termination Cap the uppermost chimney section must be below the top of the chase top but not more than 14 1 2 in 368 mm below the top of the chase top Minimum overlap of chimney and termination cap must be 1 1 2 in 38 mm See Figure 6 6 Install the chimney sections up through the chase enclosure When using a TR...

Page 22: ...a TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap available in US only For installations utilizing an ST1175 Square Termination Cap the last chimney section must not be more than 4 1 2 in 114 mm below the chase top See Figure 6 7 For installations utilizing an TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap the last chimney section must be between 7 in 178 mm below the chase top and 2 in 51 mm above See Figure 6 8 For chase installations you ca...

Page 23: ...both sides of the fireplace and in refractories for 1 2 in 13 mm iron pipe We recommend you seal refractory around pipe with fireplace mortar or high temperature noncombustible sealant Repack insulation from the knockout around the pipe Maintain 1 1 2 in 38 mm air space around the pipe for 4 in 102 mm beyond the fireplace See Figure 7 1 Firebox Repack Insulation Knockout Combustible Materials Main...

Page 24: ...n tested and approved for use with a hearth extension insulated to a minimum R value of 1 03 To substitute materials for the factory available hearth ex tensions see Figure 8 3 and calculate insulation alterna tives as per Table 8 1 and the following formulas Thermal conductivity per inch thickness k k BTU inch foot2 hour F Required thickness Rk Thermal resistance per inch thickness r r foot2 hour...

Page 25: ...ont may be covered with non combustible material only Do NOT overlap combustible materials onto fireplace front Install combustible materials up to specified clearances on top front and side edges Seal joints between the finished wall and fireplace top and sides using only a 300 F minimum sealant WARNING C Mantel A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 12 in 305 mm above the top of th...

Page 26: ... in the case of any appliance if minor repairs are required to maintain the system in top operating condition Fire Risk Do not operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions Failure to operate fireplace properly may cause fire WARNING Fire Risk For use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only Do not install unvented gas logs WARNING Damper Figure 9 1 General...

Page 27: ...sting homes fitted with tightly sealed doors and windows are relatively air tight In this case an outside air source must be made available to feed combustion air from outside the home An outside air control handle allows you control of the out side air inlet if your fireplace is equipped with this option Use of outside air for combustion is highly recommended to conserve heated air within the str...

Page 28: ... a gallon of water put it in the fireplace and try to burn it This sounds ridiculous but that is exactly what you are doing if you burn unseasoned wood Fire Risk Use only factory installed integral grate May cause overfire WARNING Seasoning Seasoned firewood is nothing more than wood that is cut to size split and air dried to a moisture content of around 20 The time it takes to season wood varies ...

Page 29: ...oils and binders to be burned from the fireplace and the refractory and paint to cure You may notice an industrial odor the first few fires This is considered normal Note When first lighting your fireplace it may be necessary to pre warm the flue to establish a draft This is done by holding a rolled up piece of burning newspaper under the flue damper for a few moments This will help reduce smoke s...

Page 30: ...ing to start upward movement Does the kindling wood not ignite Condition amount arrangement of kindling and fuel Use more drier well spaced kindling and fuel Does the kindling ignite but the fuel doesn t Amount of kindling Use more kindling use smaller dry wood Condition of fuel Does the fuel ignite but not burn well Condition of fuel Use well seasoned wood and sufficient amount turn exhaust fans ...

Page 31: ...n Cap TCT1175 Terra Cotta Termination Cap Remove 2 screws from the front and back and lift the top off Figure 11 1 Chimney Termination Cap Cleaning Fire Risk Disposal of ashes Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight fitting lid Do not place metal container on combustible surface Ashes should be retained in closed container until all embers have thoroughly cooled WARNING Fire Risk Prev...

Page 32: ...ure all joints are properly engaged and the chimney is properly secured A chimney fire can permanently damage your chimney sys tem Failure to replace damaged components and make proper repairs creates risk of fire Inspect Maintenance Tasks Screens 1 Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary Screens are required 2 Verify maintenance of proper clearance to combustible household objects Gla...

Page 33: ...n 171 mm B 41 3 4 in 1060 mm effective height 9 1 2 in 241 mm E Gas Log Knockout both sides F 2 3 8 in 60 mm Outside Air both sides Gas Knockout for Optional Integrated Burner both sides Model A B C D E F MONTANA 36 36 in 42 in 25 in 13 7 8 in 13 1 4 in 15 3 4 in 915 mm 1067 mm 635 mm 353 mm 337 mm 400 mm MONTANA 42 42 in 48 in 31 in 14 in 14 in 16 3 4 in 1067 mm 1219 mm 787 mm 356 mm 356 mm 425 m...

Page 34: ...TANA 36 MONTANA 42 Fireplace with Integral Grate Cooling Air Kit Traditional Brick Refractory and Hearth Protection Strips MONTANA 36H MONTANA 42H Fireplace with Integral Grate Cooling Air Kit Herringbone Pattern Refractory and Hearth Protection Strips DM1836S DM1842S Bi fold Glass Doors Clear View Stainless Steel HX3 HX4 Hearth Extension WC42S Weather Cover Stainless Steel GR33 GR21 Integral Grat...

Page 35: ...ney Section 18 in 457 mm long SL1136 SL436 Chimney Section 36 in 914 mm long SL1148 SL448 Chimney Section 48 in 1219 mm long SL11 SL4 Chimney Stabilizer SL1130 SL430 Chimney Offset Return 30 deg FS538 FS538 Ceiling Firestop Straight FS540 FS540 Ceiling Firestop 30 deg AS10 AS10 Straight Attic Insulation Shield 24 in 610 mm JB577 JB577 Chimney Joint Band CB576 CB576 Chimney Bracket RF570 RF570 Roof...

Page 36: ...330 mm JB577 Chimney Joint Band 13 in 330 mm CB576 Chimney Joint Band 39 7 8 in 1013 mm 28 in 711 mm 15 1 4in 387 mm RF571 Roof Flashing 25 1 4 in 641 mm 29 in 737 mm 15 1 4 in 387 mm RF570 Roof Flashing SL1130 SL430 Offset Return 21 in 533 mm Inside Diameter 11 in 279 mm SL11 10 in 254mm SL4 Outside Diameter 13 in 330 mm Catalog A B FS538 0 deg 17 in 432 mm FS540 30 deg 26 in 660 mm ...

Page 37: ...escoping Termination Cap 32 3 8 in 822 mm 34 3 8 in 873 mm ST1175 ST475 Square Termination Cap 14 3 4 in 375 mm 23 in 584 mm 23 in 584 mm TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap available US only 9 3 8 in 238 mm 9 1 4 in 235 mm 17 in 432 mm 20 in 508 mm Catalog A B C D in mm in mm in mm in mm LDS33 36 914 36 914 8 1 2 216 11 279 LDS46 48 1219 72 1829 8 1 2 216 11 279 LDS BV Decorative Shroud 23 in 584 mm 22 in 53...

Page 38: ...28 in 673 x 711 mm with Radiation Shield 28 x 30 in 711 x 762 mm 34 x 34 in 864 x 864 mm with Radiation Shield 28 x 30 in 711 x 762 mm with Radiation Shield or 34 x 34 in 864 x 864 mm Minimum Height N A 28 1 4 in 718 mm 27 1 2 in 699 mm 28 1 4 in 718 mm 27 1 2 in 699 mm ROOFED STYLE with 12 x 22 in 264 sq in 305 x 559 mm opening on each side and 3 in 76 mm space between the radiation shield and ch...

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Page 40: ...lection Montana US CAN 4039 156 Rev C 11 07 40 D Service Parts Exploded Parts Diagram Outdoor Woodburning Fireplace Service Parts MONTANA SERIES Beginning Manufacturing Date 9 8 03 Ending Manufacturing Date Active 1 2 3 6 5 4 ...

Page 41: ... 4010 015 1 Herringbone Right Side Refractory 4010 013 4010 013 1 Herringbone Left Side Refractory 4010 014 4010 014 1 Herringbone Hearth Refractory 4010 019 4010 020 1 5 Grate GR33 GR21 1 6 Screen Assembly 4039 119 30371 2 Firescreen Rod 4039 120 31375 2 Damper Assembly 34454 34454 1 Door Clips 30407 30407 2 Door Pivet Clip 31527 31527 2 Gas Tube 4039 116 30412 1 Hearth Filler Pre AK560843 4039 1...

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Page 43: ...ble at the current minimum wholesale price but HHT SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LABOR TRANSPORTATION OR OTHER INDIRECT DAMAGES 4 During the first six 6 months after installation HHT shall at its option replace or repair the glass doors and any electrical components if operation is faulty This does not include glass panels broken during shipment misuse or careless handling After the first six 6...

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