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1. SPECIFICATIONS

2. PRELIMINARY INSTALL GUIDE

3. OUTDOOR AIR KIT

4. COMPONENTS LIST

5. INBUILT INSTALLATION

6. INBUILT INTO ISLAND WALL

NO COMBUSTIBLE SURROUNDINGS

7. APPLIANCE DETAILS

8. OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

9. TEST RESULTS

10. 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 retain for future use.

5.1 MASONRY BRICK INSTALLATION
5.2 HEBEL INSTALLATION

Edition: 26/10/2022

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Page 1: ... DETAILS 8 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 9 TEST RESULTS 10 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 retain for future use 5 1 MASONRY BRICK INSTALLATION 5 2 HEBEL INSTALLATION Edition 26 10 2022 Download the latest manual version on our website ...

Page 2: ...only the distributor and manufacturer bears no liability to the interpretation of these instructions Please ensure to download the latest version of this manual from our website www sculptfireplaces com au installation manuals All rights retained Copyright 2022 Sculpt Fireplaces Collection ...

Page 3: ...ecommended that this fireplace be installed by a qualified and licensed trades professional You will find in this guide the answers to most of your questions should you require further assistance we recommend you contact your retailer Before igniting your fireplace for the first time please carefully read this manual Follow sculptfireplacecollection on Instagram SculptFireplaceCollection on Facebo...

Page 4: ... MUST be installed to Australian New Zealand Standard AS NZS 2918 2018 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 2018 DOMESTIC SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES AS NZS 4012 4013 2014 The instructions in this manual are recommendatio...

Page 5: ... homes 10 year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 100mm thick AXIS H1200 923MM 500MM 535MM 1502MM 1351MM 900MM 180MM 171MM 535MM 618MM Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may vary depending ...

Page 6: ...year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick AXIS H1200DS 923MM 1205MM 500MM 535MM 1474MM 1323MM 900MM 180MM 171MM 535MM 591MM Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may vary depending on...

Page 7: ...omes 10 year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 400kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 100mm thick AXIS H1400 1353MM 1597MM 1108MM 1035MM 624MM 485MM 582MM 690MM 180MM 170MM 582MM 665MM Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may var...

Page 8: ...includes Two ducts and two registers Recommended for well insulated homes 10 year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 460kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 100mm thick AXIS H1600 Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may vary depen...

Page 9: ...es 10 year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 460kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick AXIS H1600DS 1300MM 1330MM 491MM 110MM 180MM 170MM 555MM 491MM 620MM 548MM 481MM 450MM Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may vary d...

Page 10: ...es 10 year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 530kg Adjustable 165mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 100mm thick AXIS H1600XXL 1700MM 450MM 504MM 504MM 579MM 1720MM 1319MM 1428MM 1448MM 165MM 200MM Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may vary de...

Page 11: ...mes 10 year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 530kg Adjustable 165mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick AXIS H1600XXL DS 1700MM 450MM 504MM 504MM 579MM 1712MM 1319MM 1428MM 1448MM 165MM 200MM Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may vary...

Page 12: ...year fire brick 5 year firebox warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick AXIS H1200 VLG D 1082MM 918MM 475MM 548MM 473MM 517MM 1448MM 642MM 180MM 167MM 128MM Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output may vary depending...

Page 13: ...ck 5 year firebox warranty 380kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick AXIS H1200 3V 615MM 479MM 1019MM 1481MM 632MM 499MM 173MM 180MM 685MM 543MM 940MM 940MM 855MM 640MM 1 SPECIFICATIONS Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating output...

Page 14: ...rick 5 year firebox warranty 330kg Adjustable 180mm 600mm Min 1000mm in front of any part of fireplace 250mm on either side 75mm thick AXIS EPI 950 800MM 800MM 563MM 670MM 638MM 563MM 1010MM 530MM 565MM 170MM 180MM 592MM 843MM 1010MM 1 SPECIFICATIONS Heating capacity of the following appliances are a guide only and refers to areas with 2 4m ceilings and 6 or more star rated buildings Heating outpu...

Page 15: ... REAR SIDES mm BASE mm FLUE mm GRILLS mm 50 Air Gap 150 25 Around Triple Skin 600 Front 500 Above A minimum of 4x Grills 100mm x 300mm are required to ventilate fireplace enclosure Hearth Requirements Unit Base Height Greater Than 300mm MODEL WIDTH mm DEPTH mm THICKNESS mm EPI950 2670 2010 30 H1200 1505 1000 30 H1200 3V 3020 1685 30 H1200 DS 1505 1000 30 H1200 VLD G 2085 1645 30 H1400 1700 1000 30...

Page 16: ...to outside elements ACCEPTABLE VARIANCE ALLOWANCE Due to the production of these hand assembled and manufactured fireplaces there is an acceptable allowance of 3 5mm variance of the unit including the door frame This variance in production is non claimable under any warranties HEAT RESISTANT MATERIALS Heat resistant materials must meet AS NZS 2918 2018 clause 1 4 27 a material with an allowable se...

Page 17: ...EASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALL Clearance Gap 50m Fi r ebox Non combustible w Hot air grid Air vents False Ceiling A B B 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 result in a non compliant installation and a void of warranties Electrical cab...

Page 18: ...semble the feet sets prior to beginning the leg assembly Each set includes a flat angle bracket and a standard 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 space wi...

Page 19: ... installation this will ensure sufficient air flow around the unit failure to complete this step will impact negatively on the functionality 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 GUIDE...

Page 20: ...ON PORTS INTERIOR CONNECTION PORT OPTION 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 OPTION B Interior to exterior connection for outdoor air kit duct Please note this connection option is...

Page 21: ...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 UNITS ONLY IMPORTANT Please e...

Page 22: ...m D 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 access this feature at all times Please refer...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...ards your authorised dealer 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 a r...

Page 25: ... an adequate ground supporting its 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 ...

Page 26: ...lose the door 5 1 MASONRY BRICK INSTALLATION VERMIN PROOF COWL EXTERNAL WALL FLEXI FLUE OUTDOOR AIR KIT CONNECTION TO UNIT STEP 5A 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...

Page 27: ...ation 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 vent sizes are 100mm x 300mm with a minimum of four vents All air vents must must have a minimum clearance to combustibles of 600mm in front of and 500mm ab...

Page 28: ...utlet MUST be metal A typical ducting kit will comprise of two ducts and two metal registers If not installed it will have no impact on the function of the fireplace Cut a hole in the lid of the enclosure nearest to the room where the heat is to be transferred Run the ducting from this hole into the roof space and locate to the room cut out the plaster and install a metal register into the ceiling...

Page 29: ...learance from the top of the cowl to any objects in a horizontal direction IMPORTANT Please note 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 14 VENTILATION IMPORTANT Ventilation is required to assist with air circulation A minimum of two air intake grills are required at ...

Page 30: ...d must extend 500mm in front of any part of the appliance 250mm on either side of the appliance and have a thickness of 100mm STEP 17 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 31: ...adequate ground supporting its 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 ...

Page 32: ...ion in the preliminary install section VERMIN PROOF COWL EXTERNAL WALL FLEXI FLUE OUTDOOR AIR KIT CONNECTION TO UNIT STEP 6 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 s...

Page 33: ...nue to the next step CAVITY LID TO BE FULLY SEALED TO ALL EDGES 15 STEP 9 CAVITY LID VENTS IMPORTANT SIDE VENTS It is highly recommended the cavity lid be installed flat to ensure sufficient air flow around the appliance FRONT VENTS It is highly recommended the cavity lid be installed on an angle of 15 facing the front of the fireplace to ensure sufficient air flow around the appliance The cavity ...

Page 34: ...TE A maximum duct run of 6m is recommended 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 STEP 11 SIDE WALLS Using a minimum of 100mm Hebel build a layer of bricks from the base to the top of the ceiling on either side of the enclo sure SIDE VENTS If you are installing your a...

Page 35: ...angle of these bends cannot exceed more than 45 and can have no more than one length of 900mm flue between them STEP 15 VENTILATION Using Hebel build a layer of bricks from the base to the top of the ceiling on either side of the enclosure IMPORTANT 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 t...

Page 36: ...tant sheet on the exterior and finish STEP 17 HEARTH FLOOR PROTECTOR The hearth must be constructed from masonry 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 100mm STEP 18 BAFFLE PLATE Ensure the baffle plate sits securely in place this step is vitally important for the safe use and proper functioning of the...

Page 37: ...sides 6 INBUILT INTO ISLAND WALL STEP 4 POSITIONING OF THE UNIT Place the firebox into position on top of the sheet metal Remember to leave a 25mm air gap on all sides of the firebox If the unit is to be installed without legs please refer to opening lower vents in the preliminary install guide STEP 3 ASSEMBLY OF LEGS If your installation requires the unit be elevated install the appliance legs at...

Page 38: ...eath the unit and feed through the bottom and attach to the internal front adaptor Attach the flexi flue to the adaptor and run to the external brick wall at the rear of the unit then proceed to connect the metal vermin proof cowl onto the outside wall The flexi flue 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 ...

Page 39: ...ner 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 ...

Page 40: ...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 fully sealed to all edges STEP 11 SIDE WALLS Attach a heat resistant material from the base to the top of the ceiling on the sides of the enclosure SIDE VENTS If you are installing your applia...

Page 41: ... per AS NZ 2918 2018 There must be a 25mm clearance around the outer triple skin flue The flue must extend a minimum of 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 note 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 len...

Page 42: ...tflow All vents can be positioned either side OR the front of the masonry enclosure ALL vents must adhere to the minimum vent size of 600cm2 Minimum vent 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...

Page 43: ...ces 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 APPLIANCE DETAILS APPLIANCE DETAILS ...

Page 44: ...xtended 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 APPLIANCE DETAILS APPLIANCE DETAILS CONTINUED ...

Page 45: ...the paint surface prior to it being cured The paint will polymerise after several fires Do not scrub or clean the fireplace with any rough surface such as a sponge In the case of accidental scratches make several fires until the paint is cured at which time you can delicately clean the outside of the appliance with a hot sponge Do not scratch or rub the fireplace while it is lit It is recommended ...

Page 46: ...ll keep the fireplace from over firing Flow of air can be regulated by the flue damper control Except for the short time required to build a fire the fireplace door should be fully closed If doors are left partly open flue gas may be drawn out of the opening creating risks from both fire and smoke ESTABLISHING THE FIRST FIRE IGNITION INSTRUCTIONS continued After an extended time of non use it is r...

Page 47: ... smalled grate offset to larger ash grate Insert the smaller ash grate into the larger ash grate Sliding the top ash grate forward and back using the cold handle key or fire poker tool this will ajust the airflow coming directly up into the hot embers Figure 2 Smaller Ash Grate pictured inside the larger Ash Grate Also shown in fully open position By sliding the Ash Grate back the primary airflow ...

Page 48: ... it will burn slower because the oxygen wont reach all the logs at the same time This piling is recommended if you want to heat over a longer period of time IT IS FORBIDDEN TO PERMANENTLY OPERATE THIS FIREBOX WITH THE DOOR OPEN SWING DOOR Should only be used suring maintenance LIFT DOOR ONLY Slowly raise the door do not open quickly whilst the fire is alight Completely open the damper prior to ope...

Page 49: ...nce and its components as well as a chimney fire if the flue has not been regularly cleaned TRANSITION PERIOD INSUFFICIENT CHIMNEY DRAUGHT AND POOR WEATHER CONDITIONS Pay attention to the operations of the insert during transition periods and or when chimney draught is insufficient or when weather conditions are unfavourable especially during severe cold weather Such conditions may cause flue gas ...

Page 50: ...shes caught between the fireplate is essential as it will create a more effective start up operation of the fire FORBIDDEN FUELS This appliance is not designed for burning the following fuels Solid mineral fuels all coals or similar Liquid mineral fuels Gasoline fuel oil solvents drainage oils or similar Methylated spirit Creosote treated woods and too moist or green woods Paper or cardboard Wood ...

Page 51: ...ce door open 2 Too strong draught in chimney Parts subjected to normal wear and tear need to be replaced not covered by warranty see warranty terms and conditions 1 Close door 2 Install draught regulator Use special cleaning agent or clean ash from fireplace If inadequate draught see other troubleshooting suggestions Buy new spares from the dealer dealers information can be found on the website ht...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...sory not provided by Seguin Duteriez or Sculpt Fireplace Collection are strictly forbidden and will result in a void of all warranties by the manufacturer 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 Cos...

Page 54: ...NSTALLATION COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE NO MODEL NO NAME AND ADDRESS OF PURCHASER PHONE NO EMAIL ADDRESS Please include a copy of your receipt and compliance certificate PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD EMAIL PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION TO info sculptfireplaces com au ...

Page 55: ...is 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 within 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 56: ...maximum of comfort while capturing the true art and meaning of a sculptural fireplace in any living space Sculpt Fireplace Collection is an Australian owned company who exclusively supply some of world s most sought after high end luxury fireplaces Whilst every effort is taken to avoid errors SCULPT FIREPLACE COLLECTION Sculpt Fireplaces Pty Ltd cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of any...

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