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Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. 

Pay 

special attention to all warnings and safety information.

Following these safety, care, and operation instructions will help 

ensure many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your 

fireplace.

Please read and understand these instructions before installing 

or operating.

SAFETY

 WARNING: This product can expose you to 

chemicals including Carbon Black, which is known to 

the State of California to cause cancer, and Carbon 

Monoxide, which is known to the State of California 

to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For 

more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

 WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, 

alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, 

property damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual 

for assistance or additional information. Consult a 

qualified installer or local distributor.

IMPORTANT: Check local codes before installing this 

fireplace.

Before beginning installation of this fireplace, read these instructions 

through completely.
•  This INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS, LLC (IHP) fireplace and 

its components are safe when installed according to this installa-

tion manual. Unless you use IHP components, which have been 

designed and tested for the fireplace system, you may cause a fire 

hazard.

•  The IHP warranty will be voided by and IHP disclaims any respon-

sibility for the following actions.

a. Modification of the fireplace, components, doors, air inlet 

system and damper control.
b. Use of any component part not manufactured or approved by 

IHP in combination with an IHP fireplace system.

Proper installation is the most important step in ensuring safe and 

continuous operation of the fireplace. Consult the local building codes 

as to the particular requirements concerned with the installation of 

all factory built fireplaces.

 WARNING: Do not install a fireplace insert in this 

fireplace unless the manufacturer's instructions with 

the insert specifically state this fireplace has been 

tested for use with this insert.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

•  Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable 

vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other 

appliance.

•  Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be 

located out of traffic and away from furniture and 

draperies.

•  Do not place clothing or other flammable materials 

on or near the appliance.

• Never leave children unattended when a fire is 

burning in the fireplace.

 WARNING: Use solid wood or processed solid 

fuel fire logs only. "Do not poke or stir the logs while 

they are burning. Use only firelogs that have been 

evaluated for the application in fireplace and refer to 

firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging 

prior to use."

This fireplace is not intended to be used as a sub-

stitute for a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for 

supplemental heat only.

Overfiring of a fireplace is a condition where exces-

sive temperatures are reached, beyond the design 

capabilities of the appliance. The damage that occurs 

from overfiring is not covered under the manufacturer’s 

limited warranty.

Safety .............................................................................................2

Specifications .................................................................................4

Fireplace Installation ......................................................................5

Venting Installation ........................................................................7

Optional Gas Line Installation ......................................................13

Operation and Maintenance .........................................................14

Replacement Parts .......................................................................15

Technical Service .........................................................................15

Important Notices - Canada .........................................................15

Parts ............................................................................................16

Accessories ..................................................................................18

Draft Smoke Guidelines - Appendix A  .........................................21

Warranty ......................................................................................23

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Summary of Contents for Superior Fireplaces Merit WRT2042WS

Page 1: ...CANADA The authority having jurisdiction such as the municipal building department fire department etc should be contacted before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit POUR LE CANADA L...

Page 2: ...ufactured or approved by IHP in combination with an IHP fireplace system Proper installation is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace Consult the local bui...

Page 3: ...oseasignificanthazard IMPORTANT See appendix A page 21 for additional information regarding draft requirements smoking causes and troubleshooting WARNING BURNING IMPROPER FUEL I E CHARCOAL CAN RESULT...

Page 4: ...LL BOARD NOT LESS THAN 12 305 mm TO PERPENDICULAR SIDEWALL 0 0 MM TO BOTTOM 12 305 mm EACH SIDE GAS LINE KNOCK OUT GAS LINE KNOCK OUT RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE AIR KIT KNOCK OUT 8 1 4 210 mm 8 1 4 210 mm 2...

Page 5: ...ling flanges touch side framing 4 Check level of fireplace and shim with sheet metal if necessary 5 Before securing fireplace to prepared framing ember protector must be placed between hearth extensio...

Page 6: ...top opening of fireplace NFPA 211 Section Clearance from Combustible Material Mantels or any other combustible material may come up to side edge of black metal face of fireplace if projection from fro...

Page 7: ...r through a sidewall AK4 See Figure 7 for instruction of operating air kit CAUTION Combustion air inlet ducts shall not terminate in attic space The maximum height for the air vent can not exceed 3 fe...

Page 8: ...above 20 feet must be supported USING ELBOW OFFSETS 30E 8DM 1 To achieve desired offset you may install combinations of 12 18 24 36 and 48 length of double wall pipe see offset chart page 9 and Figure...

Page 9: ...bow Return Elbow Return Elbow Return Elbow Return Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m C...

Page 10: ...oftheroof Pitchisthedistancetheroofdrops overagivenspan usually12 A6 12pitchmeansthattheroofdrops 6 for each 12 measure horizontally down from roof rafters 3 Use roof opening chart Figure 14 page 11 t...

Page 11: ...stor Fireplace system must be terminated with listed round top or chase terminations In any case refer to installation instructions supplied with termination Terminations approved for this fireplace a...

Page 12: ...shroud is to be installed contact manufacturer for specifications Figure 18 Multiple Chase Installation 10 3 05 m 10 3 05 m 2 0 61 m Min 2 0 61 m Min 3 0 92 m Min 3 0 92 m Min Level of Flue Gas Outle...

Page 13: ...ment Install gas appliance or cap off gas line if desired CAUTION All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after installation is completed After ensuring that gas valve is on apply soap...

Page 14: ...ireplace with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion Excessive heat within fireplace can result if too large a fire is built or if combustion air gate is not completely open The follow...

Page 15: ...used if installed in accordance with the instructions by its manufacturer A locally fabricated shroud may be used with IHP Shroud Leg Spacer Kit SLK in accor dance with instructions provided with the...

Page 16: ...16 PARTS WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE MODELS WRT2042WS WRT2042WSI WCT2042WS WCT2042WSI MODEL CAT NO WRT2042WS F0687 WRT2042WSI F0688 WCT2042WS F0689 WCT2042WSI F0690 11 27 23 23 22 24 10 14 25 4 17 3 2 1 18...

Page 17: ...ly 1 8 Firebox Floor 1 9 Wrapper Bottom 1 10 Front Face Weldment Smooth 1 Front Face Weldment Louvered 1 11 See Page 18 Left Side Brick Liner 1 12 See Page 18 Rear Brick Liner 1 13 See Page 18 Right S...

Page 18: ...IHP dealer to obtain any of these parts Never use substitute materials not ap proved by IHP Use of non approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards 1 2 4 3 6 5 REFRACTORY STAIN KIT...

Page 19: ...T 18 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0883 24 8HT 24 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0884 36 8HT 36 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0885 48 8HT 48 Section Hi Temp Do...

Page 20: ...UVERS AND SLIP SECTION F0921 ETL 8DM Square Top with Slip Section F0893 ETL 8HT Hi Temp Large Pyramid Top with Slip Section MESH SQUARE TOP TERMINATION F0922 ETO 8DM Square Top with Mesh MESH SQUARE T...

Page 21: ...nditions inadequate chimney heights adversewindconditionsand orunusualenvironmental factors or conditions beyond our control take into account all variables within the installation and install the app...

Page 22: ...ance The best location to install your appliance is determined by consid ering the location of windows doors and the traffic flow in the room where the appliance is located allowing space in front of...

Page 23: ...be subject to normal use with approved fuels listed in the Operation Manual provided with the product This includes burning such fireplace fuels as wood and natural or propane gas Fuel products with a...

Page 24: ...6631 01 Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and products Consult yo...

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