Instructions Prior to Installation
We recommend that our wood-burning fireplaces be installed and serviced by professionals who are
certified in Canada by WETT(Wood Energy Technical Training), in Quebec by APC (Association des
Professionnels du Chauffage) or in the United States by NFI (National Fireplace Institute®).
Before undertaking this installation, the installer must consult the local building codes and the fire
department about installation requirements in the area. A building permit may be required for the
installation of this fireplace and the chimney connected to it. Additionally, the homeowner should
consult his home insurance company to find out how the projected installation may affect his
insurance coverage. The installing contractor must carefully read and understand the installation
instructions contained in this manual and follow them to the letter as this will result in a safe,
efficient and dependable installation of the fireplace and it’s attached chimney.
In order to protect the exterior finish of the fireplace and the supplied connecting hardware to the
chimney, JC Bordelet S.A.S. have supplied special gloves to be used during the installation so as
not to mar the finish of the fireplace and it’s related components.
CAUTION: Failure to correctly follow the installations guidelines for this fireplace could cause a fire,
which could result in loss of life or serious injuries and/or important material damages.
WARNING: Do not use materials other than those provided by the manufacturer for use during the
installation as they may be safety hazards and their use could cause a fire, which could result in
loss of life or serious injuries and/or important material damages.
Warning: Do not install this fireplace in a mobile home as it is neither approved nor certified for this
type of installation.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the fireplace or its components. Any
modification or alteration of construction may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this
system. In that case, JC Bordelet S.A.S. will not be responsible for any injuries or damages.
WARNING: The information appearing on the certification label affixed to the appliance always
overrides the information published in any other media (owner’s manual, catalogues, flyers,
magazines and/or web sites).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING THE LEA FIREPLACE ….. 3-4
2. THE FIREPLACE ……………………………………………………....4
2.1 INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………...…... 4
2.1.1 Parts Required ……………………………………………….……4
2.1.2 Additional Equipment ……………………………………….…..4
2.2 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION......................................................... 5
2.2.1 Reinforcing Location of Support Frame & Load Bearing Support/
Chimney Connector ……………………………………………....5
Tables 1 & 2 Weights of installations……………………………....……5
2.2.2 Hearth Extension Installation …………………………….….…. 5
2.2.3 Installation of Smoke Pipe & Fireplace onto Load Bearing Support/
Chimney Connector …………………………………..…..…. 6-7-8
2.2.4 Chimney Installation … ……………………………….….…… 9-10
2.2.5 Offset Installation …………………………………………………11
2.2.6 Installation of Anti-Sway Bracket ………………………………11
2.3 OPERATING THE LEA FIREPLACE ……………………….……... 12
2.3.1 Fuel…………………..………………………………………….….. 12
2.3.2 First Fires ……………………………………………………..…....12
2.3.3 Building a Fire ……………………………………………...…….. 13
2.3.4 Dangers of Creosote ……………………………………………..13
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