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Heatilator • Birmingham 36-B Installation Manual • 4059-709 • Rev H • 10/09/13

Installation and service of this fi replace should be

performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home

Technologies recommends NFI certifi ed profes-

sionals, or technicians supervised by an

NFI certifi ed professional.

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Fire Risk.

WARNING

For use with solid wood fuel only.

Other fuels may overfi re and generate

poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).

Model(s):

Installation Manual

Installation and Fireplace Setup

WARNING

HOT SURFACES

Glass and other surfaces are hot during

operation AND cool down.

Hot glass will cause burns.

•

DO NOT

touch glass until it is cooled

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as

fi replace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other fl ammable

materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable

materials away.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.

OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.

BIR36-B

NOTICE:

DO NOT

discard this manual!

•

DO NOT

store or use gasoline or other fl am-

mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

•

DO NOT

overfi re. Overfi ring will void your

warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-

bustibles as specifi ed. Failure to comply may

cause house fi re.

WARNING: If the information in these

instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re

or explosion may result causing property

damage, personal injury, or death.

Summary of Contents for BIR36-B

Page 1: ...o touch glass Keep children away CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials Keep clothing furniture draperies and other flammable materials away INSTALLER Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation OWNER Retain this manual for future reference...

Page 2: ...4 G Outside Air Kit 15 4 Chimney and Termination Requirements A Chimney Requirements 16 B Offsets Returns 17 C Termination Requirements 18 5 Chimney Installation A Typical Chimney System 19 B Assemble Chimney Sections 20 C Install Chimney Air Kit 20 D Secure Offset Return 21 E Install Ceiling Firestops 21 F Install Attic Insulation Shield 22 G Roof Penetration 23 H Install Chase Chase Top 23 I Ter...

Page 3: ...nstalled Location of Fireplace Installer Dealer Distributor Phone Serial Roof flashing installed Terminations installed Combustible materials not installed in non combustible areas Hearth extension installed per manual requirements Fireplace Setup Section 8 Pg 35 Hearth Home Technologies recommends the following Comments communicated to party responsible 4059 711 Rev C 3 25 13 Verified all clearan...

Page 4: ...ed as passing ASTM E 136 Standard Test Method for Behavior of Metals in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 C C Combustible Materials Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following materials Wood Compressed paper Plant fibers Plastic Plywood OSB Sheet rock drywall Any material that can ignite and burn flame proofed or not plastered or un plastered 1 Product Specific Important Safety Informatio...

Page 5: ...rafter supports chimney not shown Termination cap Chimney penetrates roof preferably without affecting roof rafters Offset Return with hanger straps Framing headed off in ceiling joists Enclosed space above and around fireplace Mantel and surround Decorative facing and trim Hearth extension Factory built fireplace Protective metal hearth strip s Combustible framing header on top of V shaped stando...

Page 6: ...ollowing Where the fireplace is to be installed The vent system configuration to be used Gas supply piping Electrical wiring Framing and finishing details Whether optional accessories devices such as a fan wall switch or remote control are desired 1 Selecting Fireplace Locations This fireplace may be used as a room divider installed along a wall across a corner or used in an exterior chase See Fig...

Page 7: ...peak Location NOT recommended Not the highest point of the roof Wind loading possible Multi level Roofs Windward Leeward Recommended Location Above peak Recommended Insulated exterior chase in cooler climates Recommended Location Above peak Inside heated space Location NOT recommended Too close to tree Below adjacent structure Lower roof line Avoid outside wall Marginal Location Wind loading possi...

Page 8: ... Remove fireplace and components from packaging and inspect for damage 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 E Fireplace System Requirements The Heatilator fireplac...

Page 9: ...5 mm 5 1 2 in 140 mm 5 in 129 mm 16 1 8 in 408 mm 6 7 8 in 175 mm 11 1 8 in 282 mm Gas Line Knockout 11 in 281 mm diameter 11 in 281 mm 27 1 2 in 699 mm 15 1 2 in 394 mm 31 1 8 in 790 mm 74 TYP 5 in 129 mm 16 1 8 in 408 mm 11 1 8 in 282 mm 6 7 8 in 175 mm 46 7 8 in 1191 mm 36 in 914 mm Gas Line Knockout 3 Framing and Clearances A Fireplace Dimensions Figure 3 1 Fireplace Dimensions ...

Page 10: ...ire You must comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles as specified in Figure 3 2 Do NOT pack required air spaces with insulation or other materials Framing or finishing material used on the front of or in front of the fireplace closer than the minimums listed must be constructed entirely of non combustible materials i e steel studs concrete board etc Failure to comply may cause...

Page 11: ...lse Ceiling Insulation Insulation Storm Collar Figure 3 3 Chase Assembly 1 2 3 All outside walls should be insulated Figure 3 4 Chase Constructions 1 Fireplace and chimney enclosed in an exterior chase 2 Chimney offset through exterior wall and enclosed in chase 3 Chase constructed on roof The chase is constructed using framing materials much the same as the walls in your home A variety of siding ...

Page 12: ...gher raised hearth the fireplace must be placed on a platform Figure 3 5 shows a typical framing using 2 x 4 lumber of the fireplace assuming combustible materials are used All required clearances to combustibles around the fire place must be adhered to See Figure 3 2 Any framing across the top of the fireplace must be above the level of the top standoffs No recess above standoffs The finished cav...

Page 13: ...ack of the fireplace assembly E Secure and Level the Fireplace This fireplace may be placed on either a combustible or noncombustible continuous flat surface Slide the fireplace into position Be sure to provide the minimum 1 1 2 in air clearance at the sides and 1 1 2 in at the back of the fireplace The fireplace should be positioned so the face of the non combustible material on the fireplace wil...

Page 14: ...n 51 mm under front edge of fireplace Overlap strips in the middle of fireplace opening by 1 in 25 mm minimum Metal strips must extend beyond the front and sides of the fireplace opening by at least 2 in 51 mm Figure 3 6 Protect the front of a platform elevated above the hearth extension with metal strips not included with fireplace per Figure 3 7 See Section 6 for hearth extension instructions Wa...

Page 15: ...side air inlet hood to prevent blockage from leaves snow ice or other debris Blockages could cause combustion air starvation Figure 3 8 Outside Air Inlet Locations Figure 3 9 Outside Air Installation Outside air installed on both sides right side not shown Outlet placed higher than 3 ft below the termination cap Attic space Garage or combustible liquids storage Outlet blocked by snow leaves etc Cl...

Page 16: ...chimney section from the fireplace or at any chimney joint A Chimney Requirements Vertical distances are measured from the base of the fireplace as shown in Figure 4 1 4 Chimney and Termination Requirements Table 4 2 Chimney Component Dimensions Table 4 1 Chimney Requirements Minimum overall straight height 18 ft 5 5 m Minimum height with offset return 18 5 ft 5 64 m Maximum height 90 ft 27 43 m M...

Page 17: ... offset and return A B 1 1 4 in 32 mm OVERLAP Figure 4 2 Chimney Offset Return Example Your A dimension from Figure 4 2 is 14 1 2 in 368 mm Using Table 4 3 the dimension closest to but not less than 14 1 2 in 368 mm is 15 3 4 in 400 mm us ing a 30 offset return You determine from the table that you need 36 5 8 in 930 mm Dimension B between the offset and return The chimney components that best fit...

Page 18: ...See illustration above B Gas Termination Cap A Perpendicular Wall If using decorative cap cover s this distance may need to be increased Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the decorative cap cover In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations the wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap Figure 4 3 Multiple Chimney Locations C Termination ...

Page 19: ...s together firmly to resist movement Ceiling firestops are required where chimney passes through ceiling or floor Support straps for offsets not shown must be secured to adequate framing Termination Cap Storm Collar Offsets returns must be secured with the screws provided outer pipe only Attic shield 5 Chimney Installation Figure 5 1 Typical Chimney System Guidelines for Chimney System Installatio...

Page 20: ... NOT penetrate inner flue Secure chimney returns with hanger straps provided fasten to studs or joists Vertical straight runs of chimney must be supported every 35 ft 10 7 m B Assemble Chimney Sections Use only those components described in this manual Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair safe operation and cause overheating and fire Attach either a straight chimney section or an ...

Page 21: ...ote Use same dimensional lumber for framing ceiling firestop and joists 2 in 51mm clearance 2 in 51mm clearance Warning Risk of Fire Do NOT seal area between firestop opening and chimney pipe except where they en ter the attic or leave the warm air envelope of the home use 600 F sealant Figure 5 4 Installing the Ceiling Firestop When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sec tions they m...

Page 22: ...s that can deflect under humidity or other envi ronmental conditions is not recommended The shield or barrier must be tall enough to extend above the insulation and prevent blown in insulation from spilling into the cavity Maintain specified air spaces around chimney Check instructions and local codes for further details Insert three screws Tabs bent 90 Figure 5 5 Prepare Attic Insulation Shield F...

Page 23: ...Keep gaps between the flashing plate and the roof to a minimum Caulk the flashing plate and roof junction as well as the vertical seam on the flashing All nail heads must be caulked with a roofing sealant Caulk the overlap seam of any exposed pipe sections that are located above the roof line to prevent leaks H Install Chase Chase Top You MUST use a chase top in a chase installation Chase tops are...

Page 24: ... in 51 mm Minimum Height Do NOT block air holes Caulk gaps between storm collar pipe and storm collar chase top Termination cap pipe and chimney section must be snapped together to maintain an overlap of 1 1 2 in 38 mm Slip storm collar around chimney pipe before termination cap pipe is snapped into the chimney pipe Figure 5 10 Installing a TR11 TR11 TV Round Termination Cap Storm Collar Chimney P...

Page 25: ...in 51 mm above top of chase and 7 in 178 mm below top of chase 2 in 51 mm 7 in 178 mm Figure 5 13 Installing a TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Storm Collar Chimney Pipe Chase Top Termination Cap not shown Chase 14 1 2 in 368 mm Maximum Collar 2 in 51 mm Minimum Height Caulk gaps between storm collar pipe and storm collar chase top Do NOT block air holes 3 clip brackets Slip over chase collar and attach wi...

Page 26: ...nstructed shroud designs have been tested for HHT fireplace systems and termination caps 3 in 76 mm minimum Min Base Dim Min Base Dim Min Top Dim Min Top Dim Min Opening Width Min Opening Width Radiation Shield 14 1 2 in 368 mm maximum height Figure 6 2 Open Top Shroud Dimensions TR11 11T TR11 11T TV Min Base Dims in 32 x 32 26 x 26 mm 813 x 813 660 x 660 Radiation Shield Required Min Top Dims in ...

Page 27: ...f Termination Cap Chase Top Radiation Shield 3 in 76 mm Radiation Shield Height Termination Cap Figure 6 5 Roofed Style Shroud Dimensions 3 Roofed Style Shroud Radiation shield required 2 Mailbox Style Shroud Radiation shield required TR11 11T TR11 11T TV Min Base Dims in 34 x 34 mm 864 x 864 Min Height Above Bottom of Termination Cap in 23 mm 584 Min Opening Width in 28 mm 711 Min Opening Height ...

Page 28: ...he top and sides between the fireplace and facing to prevent cold air leaks Large gaps can be bridged with fiberglass rope gasket Only non combustible materials may be used to cover the metal fireplace front Metal strips are placed 2 in 51 mm under the front of the fireplace and must extend beyond the front and sides of fireplace opening by 2 in 51 mm Continuous non combustible sealant Floor const...

Page 29: ... 38 in 914 x 965 mm to allow for door installation If Mortar is applied it should be applied after finishing material is installed Mortar will be applied between finishing materials and molded brick edges bottom and sides The seam between finishing materials and firebox top must be sealed with non combustible sealant The surface of the finished hearth extension and the surface of the hearth panel ...

Page 30: ... a hearth extension insulated to a minimum R value of 2 06 The hearth extension material MUST be covered with tile stone or other non combustible material Manufactured hearth materials will usually have a published R value resistance to heat or k value conductivity of heat Refer to the formula in Table 6 1 to convert a k value to an R value Refer to Table 7 2 for hearth extension insulation altern...

Page 31: ...above the bottom of the fireplace Finished hearth must NOT extend above this level Noncombustible Framing Material HX4 or equivalent Figure 7 7 Raised Platform Hearth Extension Framing Non combustible Finishing Materials Figure 7 8 Raised Platform Hearth Extension Finishing Figure 7 6 Raised Platform Hearth Extension Detail 1 Fireplace Installed Flush on the Floor and Hearth Extension Raised to Bo...

Page 32: ...tween the hearth extension and the front of the fireplace with a bead of non combustible sealant or grout Note The bottom of the fireplace opening is 3 3 4 in 95 3mm above the bottom of the fireplace Finished hearth must NOT extend above this level Bottom of fireplace opening Platform must be built to raise the bottom of the fireplace opening to the level of the desired hearth height Protective Me...

Page 33: ...ombustible Finishing Material Protective Metal Hearth Strip 30 in Min Hearth Extension 1 in Micore and 1 2 in Durock or equivalent insulation Finished Floor Note The bottom of the fireplace opening is 3 3 4 in 95 3mm above the bottom of the fireplace Finished hearth must NOT extend above this level Bottom of Fireplace Opening Figure 7 10 Flush Hearth Extension Side View C Non Combustible Sealant M...

Page 34: ...e Wall 2 x 4 stud wall Standoffs Measured from top of fireplace opening 12 in 305 mm 1 1 2 in 38 mm maximum Mantel 22 in 559 mm minimum Combustible Decorative Facing Seal joint with non combustible sealant 6 in 152 mm minimum 12 in 305 mm minimum Grid represents 1 in squares Non combustible Decorative Facing such as Steel iron brick tile concrete slate glass plasters Figure 7 13 Mantel Specificati...

Page 35: ...e knockouts in the inner firebox and in the outer shell on the side of your choice Refer to dimension drawings for location of knockouts and Section 7 I for gas provisions Install side panel tapered edge to the front Align the front edge with the front of the column or butted to the surround if installed Install two refractory clips in the mortar lines across the top Tighten these and all previous...

Page 36: ... back in place using the screw removed earlier Repeat for the other screen panel E Install Mortar Optional The brick panels have been designed for installation without the use of mortar being necessary If the look of mortar is preferred it is available and can be installed Follow the directions on the container for mixing Clean sparingly as paint will rub off and may need to be touched up Touch up...

Page 37: ... Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces Must be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 A gas log set must incorporate a gas shutoff Gas log set requires the damper to be locked fully open Knockouts are provided on both sides of the fireplace for 1 2 in 13 mm iron pipe A locating dimple Figure 7 5 is located on both sides of the fireplace in the molded bri...

Page 38: ...fset Return 30 deg FS538 Ceiling Firestop Straight FS540 Ceiling Firestop 30 deg AS10 Straight Attic Insulation Shield 24 in 610 mm JB577 Chimney Joint Band CB576 Chimney Bracket RF570 Roof Flashing Flat to 6 12 Pitch RF571 Roof Flashing 6 12 to 12 12 Pitch TR11 Round Termination Cap TR11T Round Telescoping Termination Cap TV11T Top Vent Round Termination Cap TCT1175 Terra Cotta Termination Cap ST...

Page 39: ...610 mm JB577 Chimney Joint Band CB576 Chimney Joint Band 13 in 330 mm 2 in 51 mm 13 in 330 mm A B 17 in 432 mm RF570 Roof Flashing RF571 Roof Flashing 39 7 8 in 1013 mm 28 in 711 mm 15 1 4in 387 mm 25 1 4 in 641 mm 29 in 737 mm 15 1 4 in 387 mm 21 in 533 mm Inside Diameter 11 in 279 mm Outside Diameter 13 in 330 mm Catalog A B FS538 0 deg 17 in 432 mm FS540 30 deg 26 in 660 mm ...

Page 40: ...ound Telescoping Termination Cap ST1175 Square Termination Cap TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap 15 3 4 in 400 mm 32 3 8 in 822 mm 34 3 8 in 873 mm 23 in 584 mm 19 in 483 mm 15 5 8 in 397 mm 9 3 8 in 238 mm 10 1 4 in 260 mm 17 in 432 mm 20 in 508 mm 31 3 4 in 806 mm 34 5 8 in 879 mm TR11 TV Round Termination Cap TR TVK CT11 A Adapter ...

Page 41: ...ual 4059 709 Rev H 10 09 13 41 B A C B C A DTS134 DTS146 DTO134 DTO146 Decorative Caps DTO134 A B C in 34 20 24 mm 864 508 610 DTO146 in 46 22 7 26 mm 1168 576 660 DTS134 A B C in 34 21 18 24 mm 864 538 610 DTS146 in 46 21 18 26 mm 1168 538 660 ...

Page 42: ...7 mm 6 in 152 4 mm i d 42 in 1067 mm 6 in 152 4 mm i d See your Heatilator dealer for a complete list of optional components 16 in 406 mm 52 in 1321 mm 1 2 in 13 mm HX3 Hearth Extension A B C D LDS33 LDS46 Decorative Shroud E D A C B LDS BV Decorative Shroud Catalog A B C D in mm in mm in mm in mm LDS33 36 914 36 914 8 5 216 11 279 LDS46 48 1219 72 1829 8 5 216 11 279 Catalog A B C E E LDS BV in 2...

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Page 44: ...9 13 44 Heatilator a brand of Hearth Home Technologies 7571 215th Street West Lakeville MN 55044 www heatilator com Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns For the location of your nearest Heatilator dealer please visit www heatilator com ...

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