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Fireplace Insert Installation 

(for qualified installers only)

 

© Travis Industries 

100-01259 

4150520 

Insert with 
Positive 
Connection

 

 

REQUIRED IN 
CANADA. 

The liner must be stainless 
steel connector or flexible vent.  
Follow the liner manufacturer's 
instructions for installation and 
support.

Remove damper or wire it open

Airtight Insulated 
Clean-Out

Combustible Mantle

Flue Liner

See the section "Insert 
Placement  Requirements" for 
minimum clearances and 
hearth required.

Cap (prevents water from 
entering)

Install a non-combustible 
cover plate to prevent water 
from entering the chimney

Seal the flue connection to the insert

We recommend using non-combustible 
fiberglass insulation to seal the fireplace 
enclosure (chimney top and bottom, and 
surround panels)

Furnace

Cemen

t

Figure 6

Insert with Direct 
Connection 
(Masonry 
Fireplace)

 

 

NOT ALLOWED IN 
CANADA

 

A block-off plate or 
other non-combustible 
sealing device (e.g. 
damper adapter) is 
required.  It must seal 
the chimney to insure 
smoke does not enter 
the home while 
providing the chimney 
system with sufficient 
draft. 

 

Block-off plate or 
damper adapter 

Remove 
damper 
or wire it 
open

Airtight 
Insulated 
Clean-Out

Stainless steel chimney 
connector must Extend 1' 
past the block-off plate or to 
the flue liner  

Combustible Mantle

Flue 
Liner

See the section 
"Insert Placement  
Requirements" for 
minimum clearances 
and hearth required.

Surround Panels

Figure 7

Summary of Contents for Flush Wood

Page 1: ...nce is not properly installed a house fire may result For your safety follow the installation directions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection require...

Page 2: ...experience We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your appliance Important Information No other Flush Wood fireplace insert appliance ha...

Page 3: ...nsert with Positive Connection 14 Insert with Direct Connection Masonry Fireplace 14 Operating Your Appliance Safety Notice 15 Before Your First Fire 15 Opening the Door 15 Bypass Operation 17 Startin...

Page 4: ...children of the danger of a high temperature appliance Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance 36 Keep furniture drapes curtains wood paper and other combus...

Page 5: ...his heater with broken or missing glass Avoid placing wood against the glass when loading Do not slam the door or strike the glass Overfiring the appliance may cause a house fire If a unit or chimney...

Page 6: ...erature It is also affected by the quality and moisture level of the fuel This model was not tested for efficiency however it is assigned a default efficiency of 63 by the EPA under previous subpart A...

Page 7: ...ebrick and make sure baffle is in place The fireplace insert can be lightened by removing the firebricks and baffle pg 31 replace before operation Additional Accessories Needed for Installation Face S...

Page 8: ...75 480mm 20 875 531mm e Depth 19 483mm 20 508mm f Hearth Depth includes insert depth on hearth plus required hearth extension 16 407mm US 18 458mm Canada 16 407mm US 18 458mm Canada g Hearth Width 44...

Page 9: ...m Top Facing non combustible 39 991mm 39 991mm n Mantel combustible 41 5 1055mm 41 5 1055mm o Front Hearth does not include insert extension x 16 407mm US 18 458mm Canada 16 407mm US 18 458mm Canada...

Page 10: ...liner must be attached to the insert flue collar and to the top of the existing chimney We recommend using the listed Travis ZC Liner Kit from Duravent SKU 98900046 47 or 48 If you do not use this ki...

Page 11: ...a 3 4 socket wrench to screw the bolts down clockwise until the insert is level see c SEALING THE COVER PLATE We recommend sealing the cover plate with furnace cement place on underside of cover plate...

Page 12: ...ttach the brackets as shown below using the screws included in the hardware pack with the insert Make sure the brackets are flush with the front of the convection chamber 2 Attach the surround panel a...

Page 13: ...one hole the rheostat through the other Power Cord Rheostat Wires Disconnect the molex connector leading from the power cord Use pliers to compress the strain relief from the top and bottom while pull...

Page 14: ...onnection to the insert We recommend using non combustible fiberglass insulation to seal the fireplace enclosure chimney top and bottom and surround panels Furnace Cement Figure 6 Insert with Direct C...

Page 15: ...e to the paint on the front of the heater Leave the door slightly ajar for the first fire and be careful when opening the door after the first fire 2 to 4 hours Carbon Monoxide CO Emissions Smoke from...

Page 16: ...ndle is hot To prevent smoke from entering the room open the bypass before opening the door see following page for directions You can also open the door a small amount and let air enter the firebox Ro...

Page 17: ...lue creating more draft When pushed in the smoke goes around the baffle utilizing the secondary combustion and making the heater more efficient When starting or re loading pull the bypass out During n...

Page 18: ...es or within the space required for charging and ash removal If using a firestarter use only products specifically designed for stoves follow the manufacturer s instructions carefully HOT WHILE IN OPE...

Page 19: ...r control to change the burn rate Approximate Air Control Settings Overnight Burn Pulled Fully Out to 1 32 In Medium Burn 1 32 to 1 16 In Medium High Burn 1 16 to 3 16 In High Burn 3 16 to Pushed All...

Page 20: ...d If you are unsure how well your heater is burning look at the chimney cap to monitor visible emissions Burning Your Heater Starting a Fire When starting a fire it is imperative to get the heater hot...

Page 21: ...age while re loading the stove 1 Open the air control all the way push it in Open the bypass pull it out 2 Open the door slightly Let airflow inside the firebox stabilize before opening the doors full...

Page 22: ...oisture Split wood stored in a dry area will be fully dry within a year This insures dry wood If purchasing wood for immediate use test the wood with a moisture meter Some experienced wood burners can...

Page 23: ...nts or paint thinners or asphalt products 6 Materials containing asbestos 7 Construction or demolition debris 8 Railroad ties or pressure treated wood 9 Manure or animal remains 10 Salt water driftwoo...

Page 24: ...itions can negatively affect draft In these cases a small amount of smoke may enter the home Adding more pipe or a draft inducing cap may help Stove Does Not Burn Hot Enough Wood is Wet see the sectio...

Page 25: ...should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled Follow the directions below to remove ash 1 Let the stove cool completely at least two hours after the last coal ha...

Page 26: ...he nut and test operation You may need to repeat this process either moving the nut inwards or outwards until the door catch is in the correct position Door Handle Creosote Formation and Need for Remo...

Page 27: ...a vacuum to clean the air ducts channels This prevents dust from burning and creating odors The blower should be vacuumed every year to remove any buildup of dust lint etc Remove the face Use a vacuu...

Page 28: ...s Lay the glass gasket in the door frame cut off excess gasket Place the glass on the gasket Secure the glass clips to hold the glass in place make sure the glass clip gaskets are in place Replacing t...

Page 29: ...prevent damage Remove the door lift off hinges 2 Remove the front two air tubes see Air Tube Removal Replacement on the following page 3 Remove front row of bricks 4 Unscrew the damper rod extension...

Page 30: ...osened the air tube can be slid out of the air channel The pin will then disengage from the air tube you may wish to rotate the tube slightly Pivot the air tube downwards and slide it out of the air c...

Page 31: ...ck Cut 9 x 4 5 x 2 375 2 251 00064 3 Brick Cut 9 x 4 5 x 2 34 2 251 00067 4 Brick Cut 9 x 2 75 2 251 00068 5 Brick Cut 8 x 3 5 x 2 125 2 251 00066 6 Brick Cut 9 x 3 5 2 251 00015 F Brick Full Size 9 x...

Page 32: ...ssories Legs Pedestal Blower Re Installation Allowance In cases where heater must be removed from home for repairs a partial cost of re installation is covered pre authorization required One Way Freig...

Page 33: ...ers is not covered in this warranty Damage to the surfaces from over firing operation where the steel may glow red is not covered in this warranty 14 TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC is free of liability for any...

Page 34: ...d that provides a thermal resistance with an R value equal to 2 38 or greater see chart above and or owner s manual for required sizing details Minimum 6 in 153 mm diameter Stainless Steel liner full...

Page 35: ...Listing Information 35 Travis Industries 100 01259 4150520...

Page 36: ...7 Firebox Assembly 28 Firebox Parts 28 Firebrick and Baffle Inspection 27 Firebrick Removal Replacement 31 Floor Protection Requirements Hearth 9 Glass Cleaning 25 Glass Replacement 28 Hearth Requirem...

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