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Heatilator • I60 US-CAN • 4013-202 Rev F • 11/07

Operating Instructions

A. General Information

Fireplaces, as well as other woodburning appliances, have
been used safely for many years. It has been our experience
that most problems are caused by improper installation and
operation of the

replace. Make certain that installation and

operation of the

replace system is in accordance with these

instructions.

It is extremely important that the

re be supervised when-

ever the

replace is in use. It is also recommended that an

annual inspection be performed on the

replace system to

determine if the

ue system needs to be cleaned, or as 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

replace properly may

cause

re.

WARNING

Fire Risk

• For use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas

appliance only.

• Do not install unvented gas logs.

WARNING

Figure 9.1 General Operating Parts

Handle up - open

Handle down - closed

Damper

Handle

open

WARNING

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

replace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high

temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other

ammable materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other

ammable materials away.

HOT SURFACES!

Glass and other surfaces are
hot during operation AND
cool down.

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Page 1: ... 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 combustibles as specified Failure to comply may cause house fire WARNING Fire Risk For use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only D...

Page 2: ...nformation Location The model information regarding your specific fireplace can be found on the rating plate located on the smoke shield of the fireplace Congratulations 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 PARTS SEE INSTALLATION AND OPERATI...

Page 3: ...Assembly 21 G Secure the Chimney 21 6 Complete the Enclosure A Chimney Termination 22 B Chase Top 24 C Install the Termination Cap 24 7 Accessories A Gas Log Lighter Provisions 26 8 Finishing A Hearth Extension 27 B Finishing Material 29 C Mantel 30 D Sidewalls Surrounds 30 E Glass Doors 30 9 Operating Instructions A General Information 31 B Outside Air 32 C Clear Space Near the Fireplace 32 D Flu...

Page 4: ...s a decorative fire place 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 installer service agency or your dealer WARNING Fire R...

Page 5: ...not located in the immediate vicinity of the fireplace Avoid installing the fireplace near doors walkways or small isolated spaces Recessed lighting should be a sealed can design attic hatches weather stripped or sealed attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and seams taped or sealed Basement installations should be avoided due to stack effect Stack effect creates negative pressure in lowe...

Page 6: ...trate the highest part of the roof This minimizes the effects of wind turbulence Be located away from trees adjacent structures uneven roof lines and other obstructions Offsets can restrict draft so their use should be minimized Consider the fireplace location relative to floor and ceiling and attic joists Recommended Location Marginal Location Location Not Recommended Recommended Location Multi l...

Page 7: ... trim Hearth extension Factory built fireplace Protective metal hearth strip s Outside combustion air Combustible framing header on top of V shaped standoffs spacers Chimney system SLA10 not shown Ceiling firestop on floor of attic Support straps on rafter supports chimney not shown Non combustible roof flashing maintains minimum clearance around chimney Additional lateral support for chimney abov...

Page 8: ...s CAUTION E 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 Fire Risk Ex...

Page 9: ...jections Section 8 C Fireplace Dimensions Section 12 A 48 in 1219 mm 12 in 305 mm Figure 3 1 Fireplace Locations Fire Risk Provide adequate clearances Around air openings To combustibles For service access Locate fireplace away from traffic areas WARNING Note Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY Illustrations diagrams are not drawn to scale Actual...

Page 10: ... Ceiling Firestop Offset Return with hanger straps Storm Collar Roof Flashing 0 in to level of standoffs Adaptor attached here not shown Figure 3 2 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 o...

Page 11: ...ireplace 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 must be above the level of the top standoffs 23 3 4 in 603 mm 50 12 in 305 mm 36 in 914 mm opening 45 1 2 in 1156 mm framing 39 4 in 102 mm BRICK FRONT FLUSH FRONT 12 in 305 mm 19 3 4 in 502 mm Figure 3 3 Sidewa...

Page 12: ...mney Ceiling Firestop Tabs False Ceiling False Ceiling Insulation Insulation Figure 3 5 Chase Assembly F Chimney Requirements When planning your fireplace location the chimney con struction and necessary clearances must be considered The fireplace system and chimney components have been tested to provide flexibility in construction Vertical distances are measured from the base of the fireplace as ...

Page 13: ...mend you utilize the shortest duct run to optimize the performance of the outside air kit Cold air flow can be mini mized by putting a small dip in the duct creating a cold air trap This trap can also help prevent heat build up and ex hausting out the intake due to the stack effect The outside air kit inlet should be positioned in a manner that will not al low snow leaves etc to block the inlet In...

Page 14: ... materials specified by manufacturer preferably with short run or mainly straight duct except small dip for cold air trap which will help prevent flow of cold air Factory built fireplace Figure 4 3 Outside Combustion Air Placement 3 ft min from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet Attic insulation shield must be used to keep insulation away from chimney Ceiling firestop on floor of attic ...

Page 15: ...vated 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 6 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 Secure the fi...

Page 16: ...al support for tall chimneys Install roof flashing according to minimum requirements Maintain minimum clearances to combustibles as specified Offsets returns may not exceed 30 from vertical Lock chimney sections together firmly to resist movement Ceiling firestops are required where chimney passes through ceiling or floor Support straps for offsets returns must be secured to adequate framing Termi...

Page 17: ...mney above roof 55 1 2 in 1410 mm Effective Height bottom of fireplace to top of starter collar 11 10 in 279 254mm adaptor required in Canada Figure 5 2 Chimney Requirements Table 5 1 Do NOT connect this fireplace to a chimney flue servicing another appliance 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 combu...

Page 18: ...ace 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 3 Chimney Offset Return Example Your A dimension from Figure 5 3 is 14 1 2 in 368 mm Using Table 5 2 the dimen sion 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 mm Dimensi...

Page 19: ... provide support for the pipe during con struction 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 disas sembled once locked together Plan ahead to ensure the proper installation height is achieved with the selected chimney components Ceiling firestops must be used at ceilin...

Page 20: ...stop is required see Figures 5 7 and 5 8 Roll the shield around the chimney if already installed until you have a 3 in 76 mm overlap and the three holes on each side match up large holes on top Insert three screws into the matching holes to form a tube Bend three tabs on the bottom of the tube inward to 90 to maintain chimney clearance See Figure 5 6 Rest the insulation shield on the ceiling fires...

Page 21: ...ing so be aware of the height and unsupported chimney length limitations given un der Section 5 A Chimney Requirements Check each section by pulling up slightly from the top to en sure proper engagement before installing the succeeding sections If they have been connected correctly they will not disengage when tested G Secure the Chimney When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe section...

Page 22: ...on 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 6 2 Multiple Chimneys 6 6 Complete the...

Page 23: ...s 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 open ing maintaining at least a 2 in 51 mm air space to com bustible materials Install the Roof Flashing If a ro...

Page 24: ...hase installation must use a chase top Chase tops are available from your Heatilator dealer or may be field constructed Attach the chase top to the top of the chase 2 in 51 mm min collar 6 in 152mm min 2 in 51 mm min Storm Collar Flashing Collar Minimum 1 1 2 in 38 mm overlap of cap over pipe Figure 6 5 Installing a TR11 or TR444 Round Termination Cap Storm Collar Flashing Collar Top of Pipe 14 1 ...

Page 25: ...rra Cotta Cap available is US only 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 can use a TR11 or TR444 Round Termination Cap a TR11T or TR442 Round Telescoping Termination Cap an ST1175 or ST475 Square Termination Cap or a TCT1175 Terra Cotta Terminati...

Page 26: ...eplace mortar or high temp noncombustible sealant 4 in 102 mm Outer Shell of Fireplace Figure 7 1 Gas Line Installation 7 7 Accessories Asphyxiation Risk Damper must be locked open when gas logs installed Gas fire generates fumes WARNING Fire Risk For use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only DO NOT install unvented gas logs WARNING Knockouts are provided on both sides of the firep...

Page 27: ...ulated 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 F BTU inch Required thickness R rB Fire Risk Metal heart...

Page 28: ... in 305 mm Min 20 in 508 mm Min Noncombustible Material Hearth Strip 20 in 508 mm Min Hearth Extension Micore Floor Note Maximum height from floor under fireplace to top of finished hearth extension is 7 5 8 in 195 mm 30 in 762 mm min 12 in 305 mm Min 12 in 305 mm Min Noncombustible Material Hearth Strip 30 in 762 mm Min Hearth Extension Micore Floor Note Maximum height from floor under fireplace ...

Page 29: ...eplace 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 Fire Risk Maintain clearances Use only non combustible material below standoffs material such as cement board is acceptable WARNING Framing or finishing material used on the front of or in front of the appliance closer than ...

Page 30: ...NFPA211 D Sidewalls Surrounds Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in 305 mm from the fireplace opening If you are us ing a decorative surround constructed of combustible ma terial it must be located within the shaded area defined in Figure 8 8 Short stub walls are also acceptable if they are contained within the shaded area 12 in 305 mm 55 1 2 in 1410 mm Effective Heigh...

Page 31: ...airs 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 Figure 9 1 General Operating Parts Handle up open Handle down close...

Page 32: ...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 structure and t...

Page 33: ... 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 from around ...

Page 34: ...ers 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 consid ered normal Note When first lighting your fireplace it may be neces sary 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 spillage dur...

Page 35: ... sealing construction of the structure or mechan ical exhausting devices which will create a negative air pres sure within the structure where the fireplace is located A Understanding Vent Problems If smoke spillage occurs from a fireplace opening when the door is open and the proper chimney height flue size and configuration requirements for the installation have been met there is either a leakag...

Page 36: ...himney Downdraft from chimney temperature or from negative house pressure 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 ...

Page 37: ...s Fire too close to front Build fire farther back Do not use exhaust fans during startup and or check for need for balanced air make up system Competition with exhaust devices Diagnostic Questions Possible Causes of Condition Solutions Is the damper closed No Downdraft or negative pressure Close the damper at end of burn Yes Negative pressure from exhaust fans and or house stack effect Check for n...

Page 38: ...k Prevent creosote buildup Inspect chimney once every two months during heating season Remove creosote to reduce risk of chimney fire Ignited creosote is extremely HOT WARNING C Firebox Refractory Check firebox refractory for excessive cracks or gaps If cracks exceed 1 4 in 6 mm in width the refractory should be replaced See Section 12 for replacement information Fire Risk Inspect fireplace refrac...

Page 39: ...ts 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 Glass Doors 1 I...

Page 40: ...4 mm 9 1 2 in 241 mm Outside Air 9 1 4 in 235 mm Gas Knockout 18 1 2 in 470 mm 8 5 8 in 219 mm 49 5 8 in 1260 mm 28 1 2 in 724 mm 55 1 2 in 1410 mm effective height 49 1 8 in 1248 mm 59 1 4 in 1505 mm 7 5 8 in 194 mm 36 in 914 mm 28 5 8 in 727 mm 14 3 8 in 365 mm 44 1 2 in 1130 mm 27 1 2 in 699 mm 9 1 2 in 241 mm Figure 12 1 Dimensions ...

Page 41: ...eplace with integral grate outside air kit hearth protection strips and colored traditional brick pattern refractory I60H Fireplace with integral grate outside air kit hearth protection strips and herringbone pattern refractory DM6036 Glass doors Bi fold clear view black DM6036B Glass doors Bi fold clear view polished brass DM6036S Glass doors Bi fold clear view stainless steel HX4 Hearth extensio...

Page 42: ...g 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 Flashing Flat to 6 12 Pitch RF571 RF571 Roof Flashing 6 12 to 12 12 Pitch TR11 TR444 Round Termination Cap TR11T TR442 Round Telescoping Termination Cap TCT1175 Terra Cotta Termination Cap ST1...

Page 43: ...himney 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 Catalog A B FS538 0 deg 17 in 432 mm FS540 30 deg 26 in 660 mm SL1130 SL430 Offset Return Inside Diameter SL1100 11 in 279mm SL400 10 in 254mm Outside Diameter 13 in 330 mm 21 in 533 mm Assembled Diameter 17 in 432 mm Height 24 in 610 mm ...

Page 44: ...rative Shroud LDS33 LDS46 15 3 4 in 400 mm 34 3 4 in 883 mm 32 1 2 in 826 mm 14 3 4 in 375 mm 23 in 584 mm 23 in 584 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 TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Available US only 20 in 508 mm 9 3 8 in 238 mm 17 in 432 mm 9 1 4 in 235 mm LDS BV Decorative Shroud E D A C B Catalog A B C D E LDS BV in 2...

Page 45: ...night CT11 King 21 in 533 mm 47 3 4 in 1213 mm 24 in 610 mm 18 1 4 in 464 mm 41 1 8 in 1045 mm 20 in 508 mm 16 in 406 mm 38 3 8 in 975 mm 16 in 406 mm 21 in 533 mm 25 3 4 in 654 mm 20 5 8 in 524 mm 20 3 4 in 527 mm 38 5 8 in 981 mm 20 in 508 mm European Copper Caps Available in US only ...

Page 46: ...11 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 chase top Minim...

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Page 48: ...60 US CAN 4013 202 Rev F 11 07 48 D Service Parts Service Parts Diagram 36 in Woodburning Fireplace Service Parts ICON I60CT I60H Beginning Manufacturing Date N A Ending Manufacturing Date Active 1 2 5 4 3 7 6 8 9 ...

Page 49: ...19954A 2 Outside Air Shield 33271 33271 1 4 in Outside Air Inlet Ring 25692 25692 1 AK22 Installation Instructions 31170 31170 1 Refractory Retainer 11847 11847 3 Herringbone Brick Hearth Refractory 33001 1 Herringbone Brick Right Side Refractory 33676 1 Herringbone Brick Left Side Refractory 33677 1 Herringbone Brick Back Refractory 33003 1 Colored Traditional Brick Hearth Refractory Pre AK994430...

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Page 51: ...r handling devices such as exhaust fans or forced air furnaces or other causes 5 use of fuels other than those specified in the Operating Instructions 6 installation or use of components not supplied with the Fireplace or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by HHT and or 7 modification of the Fireplace not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing This warranty is ...

Page 52: ...ion D O N O T D I S C A R D This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents United States 4593510 4686807 4766876 4793322 4811534 5000162 5016609 5076254 5113843 5191877 5218953 5263471 5328356 5341794 5347983 5429495 5452708 5542407 5601073 5613487 5647340 5688568 5762062 5775408 5890485 5931661 5941237 5947112 5996575 6006743 6019099 6048195 6053165 6145502 6170481 6237588 62...

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