THE FIREPLACE
INTRODUCTION
The WCT6940WS wood-burning fireplace is
an energy efficient, heat circulating, closed
combustion fireplace. You will receive a lifetime
of comfort and enjoyment from your fireplace
provided it is installed, maintained and oper-
ated properly.
•
Please read these instructions and retain
this manual for future reference.
•
Before beginning the fireplace installation,
consult the appropriate local authorities to
obtain your building permit and check your
local building codes. Install the fireplace as
described in these instructions and using
only IHP components.
• This fireplace has been tested for CAN/ULC
S610-M87 and ANSI/UL 127. It has also
been tested for EPA 40 C.F.R Part 60, section
60.532(b).
•
The WCT6940WS fireplace is not intended
for use with a gas log set. Do not use a
fireplace insert or any other product with
this fireplace unless it is specified by IHP
for use with this appliance. Failure to follow
these instructions will void the certification
and the warranty of the fireplace and may
result in an unsafe installation.
• These appliances are designed to provide
supplemental heat to the immediate area only.
Therefore, it is advisable to have an alternate
heat source when installed in a dwelling.
• These appliances are not approved for
Manufactured Home installations.
CAUTION: BURN UNTREATED WOOD
ONLY. OTHER MATERIALS SUCH AS
WOOD PRESERVATIVES, METAL FOILS,
COAL, PLASTIC, GARBAGE, SULPHUR OR
OIL MAY DAMAGE THE CATALYST.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT
THE CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR IN PLACE.
CAUTION: NEVER BURN WITH THE BY-
PASS OPENED EXCEPT FOR FIRE START-
UP AND WHEN RELOADING THE STOVE.
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Available from Security Chimneys
®
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ......................................Page 2
Parts Required .................................Page 2
Optional Equipment ...........................Page 2
Safety Rules ......................................Page 3
Operating The Fireplace .....................Page 4
Fuel ...................................................Page 3
Combustion Control .........................Page 4
Starting And Maintaining a Fire .........Page 6
Refueling For Best Performance .......Page 6
Smoking – Causes And
Troubleshooting ..............................Page 6
Important Cautions ...........................Page 6
Catalytic Combustor Troubleshooting ..Page 7
Smoke Detector ................................Page 8
Carbon Monoxide Monitor ................Page 8
Achieving Clean Burns ......................Page 8
Dealing With A Chimney Fire .............Page 8
Well Seasoned Fuel ...........................Page 9
Maintaining Your Fireplace ...............Page 9
Catalytic Combustor ..........................Page 9
Refractory Replacement ....................Page 11
Door Installation ...............................Page 12
Door Adjustment ...............................Page 12
Glass Care .........................................Page 12
Fireplace Installation ........................Page 13
Facade Installation ............................Page 14
Hearth Extension Requirements .......Page 14
Cold Climate Installations ..................Page 14
Framing / Fireplace Specifications .....Page 15
Nailing Flanges ..................................Page 16
Fireplace Blower ................................Page 17
Hot Air Ducting Installation ..............Page 17
Outside Air Kit ..................................Page 18
Draft Requirements ...........................Page 19
Chimney System ...............................Page 19
Offset Chimney Installation ...............Page 21
Angled Wall Radiation Shield ............Page 24
Chimney Support Installation ............Page 24
Masonry Application Instructions .....Page 25
Installation Accessories ....................Page 26
Replacement Parts ............................Page 27
Specifications ....................................Page 27
Clearances to Combustibles ..............Page 27
Chimney Components Lists ..............Page 28
Warranty ...........................................Page 30
Product Reference Information .........Page 32
CONGRATULATIONS!
When you purchased your new fireplace, you joined the ranks of thousands of individuals
whose answer to their home heating needs reflects their concern for aesthetics, efficiency
and our environment. We extend our continued support to help you achieve the maximum
benefit and enjoyment available from your new fireplace.
Thank you for selecting a IHP fireplace as the answer to your home supplemental heat-
ing needs.
PARTS REQUIRED
Fireplace model: WCT6940WS
•
7” diameter chimney -
ACBI (air cooled),
Secure Temp
®
GX (U.S. only), Secure
Temp S-2100+ (or Nova Temp
®
)
or DuraVent
®
DuraTech Premium.
•
7” diameter chimney for relining masonry
chimneys
- Tubinox
®
chimney (or Projet
®
SS), 7” diameter with adaptor for installation
in a masonry chimney.
Including
:
- Chimney lengths
- Elbows (where necessary)
- Associated components as per these
installation instructions and vent
manufacturer instructions.
•
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Decorative Doors
- Required
....
(Order Separately - See
Page 26)
• Front Facade kit - Required
...
(Order Separately - See
Page 26)
• UZY5 Blowers
(included in the fireplace).
• VRUW Blower Speed Control
(included in
literature package)
• Outside air kit (Included w/Fireplace)
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
- AC Chimney Adaptor
*
(required if using AC Chimney
*
)
- AC Chimney Outside Air Kit
- Gravity Venting System
Additional Equipment (optional)
- Forced Air Kit
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- Gravity Venting System
- Tubinox
®
*
chimney (or Projet
®
SS
*
), 7”
diameter with adaptor for installation in
a masonry chimney.
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Not tested under EPA certification. If
installed, this appliance no longer
qualifies for EPA certification. Check with
local authorities having jurisdiction for
requirements in your area.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
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