Sculpt Fireplaces epi950 Page 1 Installation & User Manual Download

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1. SpecificationS

2. preliminary inStall GUiDe

3. oUtDoor air kit

4. componentS liSt

5.0 inBUilt aGainSt comBUStiBle Wall

6. inBUilt into iSlanD Wall

no comBUStiBle SUrroUnDinGS

7. operation & maintenance

8. Warranty

H1200/DS | H1400 | H1600/DS | H1600XXL/DS
H1200VLG/D | H12003V | epi950

inStallation & USer GUiDe

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notice to inStaller:

these instructions must be left with the owner, who should keep them for future use.

5.1 maSonry Brick inStallation
5.2 HeBel inStallation
5.3 Skamol: refer to Skamotec 225 manUal

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Page 1: ...O COMBUSTIBLE SURROUNDINGS 7 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 8 Warranty H1200 DS H1400 H1600 DS H1600XXL DS H1200VLG D H12003V epi950 Installation User guide AXIS NOTICE TO INSTALLER These instructions must be left with the owner who should keep them for future use 5 1 MASONRY BRICK INSTALLATION 5 2 HEBEL INSTALLATION 5 3 SKamol refer to skamotec 225 manual ...

Page 2: ...2 Compliance plate and serial number The instructions in this manual are recommendations only the distributor and manufacturer bears no liability to the interpretation of these instructions ...

Page 3: ...e It is recommended that this fireplace must be installed by a qualified and licensed trades professional You will find in this guide answers to most of your questions you should also contact your retailer for any further information Before igniting your fireplace for the first time please carefully read this manual Follow sculptfireplacecollection on Instagram or like SculptFireplaceCollection on...

Page 4: ...continuous improvement we reserve the right to alter specifications without notice All units comply and MUST be installed to Australian New Zealand Standard AS NZS 2918 2001 When in use some parts may become hot A suitable fire guard is recommended where very young elderly or infirm are concerned All fireplaces in this manual conform to Australian and New Zealand standards AS NZS 2918 2001 domesti...

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Page 6: ... bricks 30kW Up to 200m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 250mm 300mm 350mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1200 923mm 500mm 535mm 1204mm 1502mm 1351mm 900mm 180mm 171mm 535mm 61...

Page 7: ...W Up to 200m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 250mm 300mm 350mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1200DS 923mm 1148 5mm 500mm 535mm 1205mm 1474mm 1323mm 900mm 180mm 171mm 535mm 59...

Page 8: ... 5kW Up to 280 320m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 300mm 350mm 400mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 400kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1400 1353mm 1597mm 1108mm 1035mm 624mm 485mm 582mm 690mm 1402mm 674mm 742m...

Page 9: ...e air kit warranty weight LeGs hearth dimensions Solid steel firebox with 60mm thick fire bricks 35kW Up to 300 350m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 300mm 350mm 400mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 460kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either...

Page 10: ... bricks 25kW Up to 250m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 300mm 350mm 400mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 460kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1600DS 1300mm 1330mm 491mm 110mm 1586mm 180mm 170mm 661mm 555mm 491mm ...

Page 11: ...p to 350 400m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 300mm 350mm 400mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 530kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1600XXL 1700mm 450mm 504mm 504mm 579mm 1720mm 1319mm 1428mm 1936mm 670mm 968mm 3...

Page 12: ...30kW Up to 300m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing swing door 5 4m 300mm 350mm 400mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 530kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1600XXL DS 1700mm 450mm 504mm 504mm 579mm 1712mm 1319mm 1428mm 1936mm 685mm 6...

Page 13: ... frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 250mm 300mm 350mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1200 3V 325mm 708mm 509mm 615mm 479mm 1019mm 1066mm 1481mm 632mm 499mm 173mm 180mm 685mm 543mm 940mm...

Page 14: ... frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 280mm 330mm 380mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 330kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis epi 950 1034mm 334mm 718mm 800mm 800mm 563mm 670mm 638mm 563mm 1010mm 530mm 565mm 170mm 180mm 592mm 8...

Page 15: ...00m2 Clean frame less design trim options available Secure swing lift door 5 4m 250mm 300mm 350mm Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year firebox fire brick warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm min 500mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick axis H1200 VLG D 1082mm 1106mm 1082mm 558mm 262mm 667mm 918mm 475mm 548mm 473mm 517mm 1448mm 642...

Page 16: ...y of these images and accepts no liability The purpose of these images and diagrams is to act as a guide in conjunction with the written components and are NOT to instruct independently The order of these steps are a recommendation only It is strongly recommended that the licensed trade professional who is performing the installation of this appliance completely read and understand all instruction...

Page 17: ...m Before any work is carried out as per local and national regulations and laws this appliance MUST be installed by a licensed professional as per Australian and New Zealand Standards 2918 2001 IMPORTANT WARNING It is strictly forbidden to use any combustible materials ie wooden framing plaster etc near or around this appliance Any exception from this rule is a health and safety hazard which will ...

Page 18: ...mmended for installation and is essential for the proper function of the appliance The fresh combustion air inlet must be a minimum 300mm2 and ideally positioned see point A B on diagram PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALL Clearance Gap 50mm Firebox Non combustible wall Hot air grid Air vents False Ceiling A B ...

Page 19: ...ssemble the feet sets prior to beginning the leg assembly Each set includes a flat angle bracket and a standard flat angle bracket please check these components before proceeding with assembly PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALL 2 PRELIMINARY INSTALL GUIDE A B diagram a We advise you to cross the nuts and bolts in order to ensure a better bearing refer to diagram A diagram B The standard bracket has a sp...

Page 20: ... to installation this will ensure sufficient air flow around the unit failure to complete this step will impact negatively on the functioning of the appliance To open the air vents simply apply a medium amount of pressure to the steel cover the hatch should come free once completed these pieces can be discarded air vents open air vents closed PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALL 2 PRELIMINARY INSTALL GUID...

Page 21: ...remove if applicable exterior connection ports Alternative exterior connection ports Interior connection port Diagram a Interior to exterior connection for outdoor air kit duct Please note diagram A is the only installation option for double sided appliance installation Remove the exterior cover plate by applying medium pressure once removed you can dispose of this cover diagram B Interior to exte...

Page 22: ...our particular installation allocate the exchange accordingly see diagram C 1 for reference Please refer to diagram C for reference PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALL cover plate for OUTDOOR air kit port Exchange for outdoor air kit Diameter 250mm Diameter 200mm Appliance Appliance DIAGRAM B DIAGRAM a DIAGRAM C DIAGRAM C 1 FLEXI FLUE for OPTIONAL OUTDOOR air kit H1200 3V EPI950 IMPORTANT Please ensure y...

Page 23: ...for reference STEP 5 Included with the outdoor air kit is a damper and damper control installation of this feature will assist the user in the control of the air intake for the outdoor air kit The position of the control can be varied we recommend assessing which location is ideal for your installation keep in mind the user should be able to easily able to access this feature at all times Please r...

Page 24: ...hese components Additional components required for installation are the responsibility of the retailer and or installer 5 4M inbuilt triple skin flue kit axis H1200 H1200DS H1200 VLG VLD H12003V 900MM Stainless flue 250mm diameter 900mm galvanised flue 300mm diameter 900mm galvanised flue 350mm diameter Wind rim cowl to suit 6 5 5 1 COMPONENTS Quantity 5 4M inbuilt triple skin flue kit axis H1400 ...

Page 25: ...lly Sculpt fireplace Collection All images and diagrams in this manual are for installation reference purposes only and are not to scale The distributor and manufacturer bears no accuracy of these images and accepts no liability The purpose of these images and diagrams is to act as a guide in conjunction with the written components and are NOT to instruct independently The order of these steps are...

Page 26: ...quate ground supporting it s weight STEP 2 BACK WALL Using masonry construct the back wall from the base to the top of the ceiling STEP 3 SHEET METAL LAYER OPTIONAL STEP Place a thin piece of sheet metal on top of the bricks in order to level the base and safely manoeuvre the firebox Allow a minimum of 100mm on all sides if possible ...

Page 27: ...in proof COWL external wall FLEXI FLUE outdoor air kit connection to unit STEP 5 OUTDOOR AIR KIT OPTIONAL Any depression or lack of fresh air within the room where the fireplace is located can cause emanation of smoke to flow back into the room and the unit to run inefficiently It is highly recommended that an Outdoor Air Kit be installed in six or more star rated homes or any install where a mech...

Page 28: ...in the cavity exterior Ventilation is required on the enclosure to help with air circulation A minimum of two air intake grills are required at the bottom and a minimum of two air out take grills are required at the top of the masonry enclosure All vents can be positioned either side OR the front of the masonry enclosure Minimum vents sizes are 100mm x 300mm with a minimum quantity of four STEP 6 ...

Page 29: ...e comprised of the following minimum 0 5mm thick steel plate for support followed by a 12mm thick heat resistant sheet with 1 x 25mm Rockwool sheet A hole is to be cut in the centre of the lid in order for the single skin flue to penetrate through tightly You may also use a heat resistance sealant i e Firecork and heat proof tape to seal any air gaps It is important to ensure the cavity lid is ful...

Page 30: ... must extend a minimum 1m above the roof line and have a 3m diameter clearance from the top of the cowl to any objects in a horizontal direction IMPORTANT Please not the flue should not include more than two 45 bends The angle of these bends cannot exceed more than 45 and can have no more than one length of 900mm flue between them STEP 16 VENTILATION IMPORTANT Ventilation is required to assist wit...

Page 31: ...nd must extend 500mm in front of any part of the appliance 250mm on either side of the appliance and have a thickness of 75mm STEP19 baffle plate Ensure the baffle plate sits securely in place this step is vitally important for the safe use and proper functioning of the appliance 5 1 MASONRY BRICK INSTALLATION ...

Page 32: ...e ground supporting it s weight STEP 2 BACK WALL Using masonry construct the back wall from the base to the top of the ceiling STEP 3 SHEET METAL LAYER OPTIONAL STEP Place a thin piece of sheet metal on top of the bricks in order to level the base and safely manoeuvre the firebox Allow a minimum of 100mm on all sides if possible ...

Page 33: ...ectly above and prevents heat from traveling above the lid via the frame STEP 7 STEEL FRAME CONTINUED For structural support construct a steel frame minimum 51mm thick on the back wall and connect to the two side steel frames remembering to leave a 25mm air gap to all sides of the appliance STEP 6 POSITIONING OF THE UNIT Place the firebox into position on top of the sheet metal Remember to leave a...

Page 34: ...ue can be positioned either side of the adaptor in order to fit between the heater and the wall It is not required that the flexi flue be positioned directly behind the firebox IMPORTANT Please refer to Air Kit installation in the preliminary install guide section STEP 9 TRIM OPTIONAL STEP IMPORTANT Trim must be fitted onto the firebox PRIOR to installing the front of the enclosure 1 Manoeuvre the...

Page 35: ... a heat resistance sealant i e Firecork and heat proof tape to seal any air gaps It is important to ensure the cavity lid is fully sealed to all edges STEP 13 DUCTING The duct MUST be 4 Zero type aluminium inner core aluminium outer poly insulated minimum RI 0 and tested to AS 4254 1 2012 Outlet MUST be metal This unit has been supplied with a ducting kit consisting of two ducts and two metal regi...

Page 36: ...be allocated in If more ducts are required additional components and duct design is to be provided by the retailer or installer PLEASE NOTE A maximum duct run of 6m is recommended without the assistance of an in line fan A maximum of four ducts can be run off the Axis H1200 H1200DS H1400 and EPI950 models and a maximum of six ducts for the Axis H1600 H1600DS H1600XXL and H1600XXLDS models PLEASE N...

Page 37: ...gth of 900mm flue between them STEP 17 FRONT OF THE ENCLOSURE Using hebel build a layer of bricks from the base to the top of the ceiling on either side of the enclosure Fit a layer of 12mm minimum thick heat resistant sheet on the exterior and finish STEP 19 VENTILATION IMPORTANT Ventilation is required to assist with air circulation A minimum of two air intake grills are required at the bottom a...

Page 38: ...ry or a non combustible material and must extend 500mm in front of any part of the apppliance 250mm on either side and have a thickness of 75mm STEP 21 baffle plate Ensure the baffle plate sits securely in place this step is vitally important for the safe use and proper functioning of the appliance ...

Page 39: ...sulation throughout the temperature range making it the ideal product when building custom fireplace enclosures Please refer to skamotec 225 installation manual online video SKAMOTEC 225 Building board for fireplace enclosures visit youtube com PLEASE NOTE THAT A SKAMOTEC ENCLOSURE CAVITY IS NOT CONSIDERED A MASONRY ENCLOSURE CAVITY PLEASE REFER TO AUSTRALIAN NEW ZEALAND STANDARDS AS NZS 2918 2014...

Page 40: ...iece of sheet metal on top of the bricks in order to level the base and safely manoeuvre the firebox Allow a minimum of 100mm on all sides if possible STEP 3 STEEL FRAME Construct a steel frame minimum 51mm thick on either side of the enclosure Please allow for a 25mm air gap on the sides of the appliance IMPORTANT It is strongly recommended that the steel frame be constructed with a distance of 3...

Page 41: ...d install the appliance legs at this stage ensure the legs are adjusted and fixed at this stage IMPORTANT Please refer to appliance legs installation in the preliminary install section STEP 7 OUTDOOR AIR KIT OPTIONAL Any depression or lack of fresh air within the room where the fireplace is located can cause emanation of smoke to flow back into the room and the unit to run inefficiently It is high...

Page 42: ...x the trim into place the screws provided screws M5 washers STEP 9 FIRST LENGTH OF FLUE Place the first single skin length of flue with no crimp ends around the outside of the spigot You may also use a heat resistance sealant i e Firecork to seal any air gaps Before installing the remaining lengths of flue Prior to continuing with flue installation please continue to the next step STEP 10 COMBUSTI...

Page 43: ...r core aluminium outer poly insulated minimum RI 0 and tested to AS 4254 1 2012 Outlet MUST be metal This unit has been supplied with a ducting kit consisting of two ducts and two metal registers while it is highly recommended that it be installed if not installed it will have no implication on the functioning of the unit Cut a hole in the lid of the enclosure nearest to the room where the heat is...

Page 44: ...ls PLEASE NOTE THAT AN IN LINE FAN ON A DOUBLE SIDED MODEL IS PROHIBITED STEP 15 triple skin flue Triple skin flue is to then be continued above the cavity lid The lower end of the triple skin casing shall be close fitting against the lid and the outer casing must be ventilated Air vents on the first length of triple skin flue must be cut by the installer STEP 16 FLUE INSTALLATION The triple skin ...

Page 45: ...onry enclosure Minimum vents sizes are 100mm x 300mm with a minimum quantity of four The vent sizes and quantity can be adapted and changed BUT they must meet the minimum ventilation requirements as specified above For custom made vents please contact your nearest dealer ALL VENTS MUST NOT BE PLASTIC OR manufactured using a COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL All air vents must have a minimum clearance to combus...

Page 46: ...damper before ignition RECOMMENDED FUEL This fireplace is designed for only wood fuel Any fuel other than wood is strictly forbidden As a general rule it is recommended use dry well seasoned HARD WOOD with a 15 moisture content in order for the unit to burn effectively and avoid any tarring The heating output of wood depends on the moisture percentage IT IS FORBIDDEN TO PERMANENTLY OPERATE THIS FI...

Page 47: ...ION continuous and intensive slow burn operation may cause early deterioration of the appliance and its components as well as a chimney fire if the flue has not been regularly cleaned MAINTENANCE GLASS The window of the fireplace requires regular cleaning with specific products intended for this use The use of moist hard wood with a moisture content above 15 causes excessive creosote build up on t...

Page 48: ...fireplaces are equipped with DAFS Double Air Flow System technology this allows oxygen to be injected into the combustion chamber The advantages the double air flow system include reduced creosote build up cleaner glass and total combustion of firewood Fire bricks These inbuilt Axis fireplaces are internally lined with 60mm thick refractory fire bricks 7 OPERATION MAINTENANCE ...

Page 49: ...niform and extended heat accumulation While an Axis wood heater is in use the bricks which are baked at 1350 Celsius during the manufacturing process will be heated to 600 Celsius When the fire has dissipated the heat retained inside the bricks will still radiate heat ensuring the fireplaces long lasting heating capacity well after the fire has ceased 7 OPERATION MAINTENANCE ...

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Page 51: ...cted appliances The firebox volumes are larger than the tested H1200 ducted appliance Since the H1200 complies with the requirements of AS NZS4013 2014 clause 1 2 3 b maximum heat output greater than 25kW 30kW as tested and is intended for space heating by means of transferring heat to the living area by ducted hot air than the H1200DS H1400 H1600 H1600DS H1600XXL H1600XXLDS H1200 3V H1200VLD H120...

Page 52: ...r and distributor 6 No modifications can be made to the firebox or to original components supplied with the appliance 7 The manufacturer and distributor are by no means responsible for any indirect damage originating from a handling accident 8 Cost of removal of a defective heater or re installation of a replacement heater is not covered 9 The unit if installed outside and is exposed to the elemen...

Page 53: ...pliance certificate no Model No Name and address of purchaser phone no email address Please include a copy of your receipt and compliance certificate WARRANTY card EMAIL OR POST WARRANTY INFORMATION TO info sculptfireplaces com au PO Box 1232 Mornington VIC 3931 1300 851 304 ...

Page 54: ...n this manual nor can any of its contributors who have submitted material for inclusion SCULPT FIREPLACE COLLECTION may change or update this manual and anything described in it without notice We will endeavour to ensure that information materials and data on this site are complete accurate and up to date Information on this manual is for guidance only and cannot cover all circumstances E OE ...

Page 55: ...rter of Seguin Axis and Bordelet fireplaces with exclusive distribution rights throughout Australia and New Zealand Our wood fire manufacturers integrate innovation technology environmental impact operational expertise and quality while holding design at the forefront We aim to fill homes with the maximum of comfort while capturing the true art and meaning of a sculptural fireplace in any living s...

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