Heatilator traditional T4800 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 1

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34922 Rev B

WARNING!

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property

damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

TRADITIONAL T4800

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

INSTALLATION & OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for traditional T4800

Page 1: ...tion service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier TRADITION...

Page 2: ...n air kit may not provide all the air required to support combustion Hearth Technologies Inc is not responsible for any smoking or related problems that may result from the lack of adequate combustion...

Page 3: ...the home If you desire to put a fireplace in your basement we recommend that you consider a direct vent gas fireplace Basements always have a significant negative air pressure that causes the fireplac...

Page 4: ...s The illustrations and diagrams used throughout these installations instructions are not drawn to scale Figure 1 Typical Fireplace System B DESCRIPTION OF THE FIREPLACE SYSTEM This fireplace system h...

Page 5: ...c a l B w e i V r a e l C d l o f i B s r o o D s s a l G B 8 4 3 1 M D s s a r B d e h s i l o P w e i V r a e l C d l o f i B s r o o D s s a l G S 8 4 3 1 M D l e e t S s s e l n i a t S w e i V r...

Page 6: ...e S y e n m i h C 8 4 1 1 L S g n o l 8 4 n o i t c e S y e n m i h C 1 1 L S r e z i l i b a t S y e n m i h C 0 3 1 1 L S 0 3 n r u t e R t e s f f O y e n m i h C 8 3 5 S F t h g i a r t S p o t s...

Page 7: ...n e l h t g n e l e v i t c e f f E s a h t i r e t f a t r a p y e n m i h c r e h t o n a o t d e p p a n s n e e b SL11 Chimney Stabilizer SL1130 Offset Return RF570 Roof Flashing Flat to 6 12 Pitc...

Page 8: ...12 01 T4800 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LDS33 3 x 3 LDS46 4 x 6 Decorative Shroud TR11 Round Termination Cap TR11T Round Telescoping Termination Cap ST1175 Square Termination Cap CT56 Chase Top CAK5A C...

Page 9: ...the clearance is Chimney sections at any level require a 2 minimum air space clearance between the framing and chimney section Figure 3 Installation Along a Wall or an Exterior Chase r i A e d i s t...

Page 10: ...e fireplace assuming combustible materials are used All required clearances to combustibles around the fireplace must be adhered to Any framing across the top of the fireplace must be above the level...

Page 11: ...5 8 1 3 2 5 8 8 4 1 1 7 2 5 5 1 9 2 5 8 9 5 1 1 2 3 5 8 4 6 1 1 5 3 5 8 9 6 1 1 8 3 3 7 5 8 2 1 1 4 8 7 1 1 1 4 4 5 8 5 8 1 1 7 4 9 8 1 8 1 1 1 0 5 5 8 5 9 2 n a n i s t l u s e r s t r a p y e n m i...

Page 12: ...ireplace installation d Determine the number of firestop spacers sta bilizers roof flashing etc required to complete the fireplace installation 2 Chimney Height Requirements above roof line a Major bu...

Page 13: ...instructions for framing on pages 9 and 10 Slide the fireplace into position Be sure to provide the minimum air clearance at the sides and back of the fireplace assembly 2 Placing the Protective Metal...

Page 14: ...til the top section meets the stop bead on the lower section The inner flue is placed to the inside of the flue section below it The outer casing is placed outside the outer casing of the chimney sect...

Page 15: ...ulation shield should be installed when there is a possibility of insulation coming into contact with the factory built chimney system The insulation shield is installed by positioning it over the ver...

Page 16: ...the roof pitch and install a round termination cap following the instructions shipped with the cap For chase installations you can use a round termination cap TR11 a round telescoping termination cap...

Page 17: ...ith a maximum input of 100 000 BTU hour incorporating an automatic gas shut off device and complying with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces ANSI Z21 60 T...

Page 18: ...st be installed with all fireplaces to protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from both radiant heat and sparks The construction of and materials used for a hearth extension are shown...

Page 19: ...those consisting entirely of steel iron brick tile concrete slate glass or plasters or any combination thereof c Noncombustible Sealant Material Sealants which will not ignite and burn General Electri...

Page 20: ...8 level above the fireplace assembly This reduces heat loss through the chase 4 In cold climates the walls of the chase should be insulated to the level of the false ceiling as shown in Figure 21 This...

Page 21: ...alling a TR11T Round Telescoping Termination Cap Figure 24 Installing an ST1175 Square Termination Cap 2 Chase Top Construct a chase of desired materials maintaining a minimum 2 air space around the c...

Page 22: ...ances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces ANSI Z21 60 When operating your fireplace the flue damper must be in the open position This fireplace was not tested and listed for use with an unvented gas...

Page 23: ...a greater density than soft woods A piece of hardwood will contain about 60 more BTU s than an equal size piece of soft wood Firewood is commonly sold by the cord 128 cu ft A cord of seasoned oak har...

Page 24: ...ood to allow air to circulate freely around and through the woodpile b Elevate the woodpile off the ground to allow air circulation underneath c The smaller the pieces the faster the drying process An...

Page 25: ...ney is clean and free of creosote buildup Make sure overhanging trees and branches are cut back within ten feet of the top of the chimney Ensure the chimney cap is clean and free of any buildup of soo...

Page 26: ...curred If creosote has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire 3 Chimney Cleaning If you do detect a buildup of creosote contact a qualified chimney sweep or clean it you...

Page 27: ...d 23 Flue 22 Framing 10 Fuel 2 23 G Gas Log Lighter Provisions 17 General Information 22 Glass Doors 5 19 Grate 23 H Hearth Extension 18 Positioning 19 I Installation Fireplace 13 Installation Along a...

Page 28: ...xhaust 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 ot...