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I

NSERT 

I

NSTALLATION 

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ONT

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P

AGE 

7

I

NSERT 

P

LACEMENT 

R

EQUIREMENTS 

(See the illustration below)

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The insert must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes,
doors), 36" of the front of the insert

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Insert and hearth must be installed on a level, secure floor

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Sidewalls must maintain a minimum 15" to the insert

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Non-combustible side facing must extend 13 1/2" from the insert

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Non-combustible top facing must extend 30" above the insert (17" with mantle shield)

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Mantle must be a minimum 32" above the insert (19" with mantle shield)

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Hearth must extend 16" in front of the faceplate

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Hearth must extend 8" from the sides of the insert

Combustible Mantle

Sidewall

Surround 
Panels

B

* Measure from faceplate, does 
not include the distance the insert 
sticks out on the hearth (4 3/4").

**Total hearth width must be at 
least 45 1/4"

Masonry 
Fireplace

15"

13 1/2"

30"
17"
32"
19"
16"

8"

Minimum 

C l e a r a n c e s

A Sidewall to Insert
B Side Facing
C Top Facing
    With mantle shield
D Mantle to Insert
    With mantle shield
E Hearth (Front)*
F Hearth (Side)**

F

Measure side 
clearances 
from here.

A

E

Non-Combustible
Facing

C

D

H

EARTH 

R

EQUIREMENTS  

(See the illustration above)

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Must extend 16" in front of the insert and 8" on both sides (total of 20 3/4" deep by 45 1/4" wide)

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Must be non-combustible and at least .018" thick (26 gage)

I

NSERT 

S

IZE 

R

EQUIREMENTS

* Older model panels may use the 
heightened yoke, adding 7/8" to 
the height.  Furthermore, 
additional room is needed to align 
the pipe on positive and direct 
connect installations.

Minimum 

Fireplace Size

E

D

C

A

B

F

A Height* (front)
B Height* (rear)
C Width (front)
D Width (rear)
E Depth
F Hearth**

Masonry 
Fireplace

21 3/4"
21 3/4"
29 1/4"

291/4"

15 3/4"

4 3/4"

** Does not include the required 
16" of floor protection in front.

Summary of Contents for Freedom Bay

Page 1: ...roperly installed a house fire may result For your safety follow the installation directions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area Freedom Bay Fireplace Insert 10850 117th Place N E Kirkland WA 98033 Part 93508026 10 00 Listed ...

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Page 3: ...nd operation of your new appliance an easier and more enjoyable experience We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your appliance Important Information No other Lopi Freedom Bay appliance has the same serial number as yours The serial number is stamped onto the label on the right side of the appliance This serial number will be needed ...

Page 4: ...ure drapes curtains wood paper and other combustibles a minimum of 36 away from the appliance This appliance must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house fire The instructions must be strictly adhered to Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in the installation Ok Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or i...

Page 5: ... out any maintenance or cleaning Overfiring the appliance may cause a house fire If a unit or chimney connector glows you are overfiring This Manual Do not throw this manual away This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that you will need at a later time Always follow the instructions in this manual Do not use a grate or other device to elevate the fire off of the firebox f...

Page 6: ...Start a Hot Fire Quickly 13 How to Reload Your Appliance 14 How to Adjust the Heat Output Precisely 14 How to Obtain an Overnight Burn 15 Good Burning Habits 15 Blower Operation 16 A Word about Wood 17 Maintaining Your Appliance Maintenance Schedule 19 Remove Ash From The Firebox If Necessary 19 Clean The Viewing Glass If Necessary 19 Clean The Brass If Necessary 19 Check For Creosote Buildup 19 D...

Page 7: ...d 70 Maximum Burn Time Hours 12 Heating capacity will vary depending on the home s floor plan degree of insulation and the outside temperature It is also affected by the quality and moisture level of the fuel Dimensions Faceplate 29 1 4 Height 21 3 4 4 3 4 15 3 4 43 3 4 Flue is centered on the stove and 5 5 8 from the rear edge of the appliance Use 6 Dia Pipe Older model panels may use the heighte...

Page 8: ...EPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Check for damage to the exterior of the insert dents should be reported scratches can be fixed by applying touch up paint Check the interior of the firebox cracked firebrick should be replaced displaced baffle components should be replaced Remove the box that contains the blower Place it aside and install it last see Blower Installation on page 8 HINT The insert can be l...

Page 9: ... out on the hearth 4 3 4 Total hearth width must be at least 45 1 4 Masonry Fireplace 15 13 1 2 30 17 32 19 16 8 Minimum Clearances A Sidewall to Insert B Side Facing C Top Facing With mantle shield D Mantle to Insert With mantle shield E Hearth Front F Hearth Side F Measure side clearances from here A E Non Combustible Facing C D HEARTH REQUIREMENTS See the illustration above Must extend 16 in fr...

Page 10: ... accessory pack are a pair of leveling bolts used to level the insert if the fireplace has a stepped up hearth To install raise the rear of the insert up and insert the leveling bolts into the holes in the rear corners of the insert Screw the bolts down until they extend the same height as the hearth steps up After the insert is installed fine tune the leveling bolts to level the insert see the il...

Page 11: ... planned location go to the next step If it does not make a new template with the appropriate corrections until it fits correctly 3 With the template in place mark the location that is centered in the fireplace and 10 1 4 back from the fireplace opening This location approximates the center of the flue when the insert is in place a slight offset may occur based upon insert and block off plate plac...

Page 12: ...equired Cap prevents water from entering Install a non combustible cover plate to prevent water from entering the chimney Surround Panels Notch the first connector to accommodate the bypass rod INSERT WITH DIRECT CONNECTION MASONRY FIREPLACE NOTE Direct connections require installation of an airtight block off plate or damper adapter see the section Block off Plate Construction for details on cons...

Page 13: ... only The requirements in the section Masonry Fireplace Requirements must be fulfilled prior to installation Flue Liner See the section Insert Placement Requirements for minimum clearances and hearth required Surround Panels with insulation see Surround Panels installation instructions in the back of the manual NOTE It is recommended your chimney have a minimum 28 and a maximum of 144 square inch ...

Page 14: ...ld be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground away from all combustible materials pending final disposal Ashes should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled LOCATION OF CONTROLS Slide out to close down the amount of air into the firebox for a slower rate of b...

Page 15: ...ke an engine before it will work at its best it needs to reach a high temperature The most common mistake in starting a fire is to use too little kindling closing the bypass too soon or turning the air control down too early For good results YOU MUST OBTAIN AN INTENSE FIRE BEFORE CLOSING THE AIR CONTROL DOWN The steps below detail one method for starting a fire 1 Pile several pieces of kindling on...

Page 16: ...r the appliance for a few seconds 4 3 BYPASS CONTROL 2 How to Adjust the Heat Output Precisely One complaint from wood burning appliance owners is controlling the heat output to obtain a consistent room temperature The reason for this is the inherent lag time between adjusting the air control and the change in heat output Simply put if you turn a hot appliance down now it will continue to put off ...

Page 17: ...uch easier and the appliance will start giving off heat much quicker than if started cold Let the appliance burn at least 20 minutes on high after loading This allows the appliance to reach the most efficient operating temperature Even the smallest amount of coals can re start the appliance Good Burning Habits Increased efficiency reduced emissions and less creosote are the rewards of good burning...

Page 18: ...ate at the speed determined by the position of the blower knob see the illustration below The blower shuts off once the appliance cools BLOWER KNOB OFF Turn the knob all the way counter clockwise to turn off HIGH Turn the knob clockwise from the off position until it clicks LOW Turn the knob all the way clockwise to turn to low How to Use the Blower to Regulate Heat Turn the blower to high if the ...

Page 19: ...ed wood you may notice difficulty in lighting and water bubbling out of the grain when it becomes hot More Smoke Creosote Less Smoke Creosote More Heat Less Heat Wet Wood Leads To Leads To Leads To Leads To Dry Wood How to Dry and Store Wood Aging is the only economical method for drying wood Follow the steps below to dry and store wood 1 Make sure the wood is split into quarters and is no longer ...

Page 20: ...DER 2540 19 050 000 476 APPLE 4400 33 000 000 825 ASH 3440 25 800 000 645 BIRCH 3040 22 800 000 705 CEDAR 2060 15 450 000 386 COTTONWOOD 2160 16 200 000 405 DOGWOOD 4320 31 725 000 793 ELM 2260 16 950 000 423 FIR DOUGLAS 2970 22 275 000 556 HEMLOCK 2700 20 250 000 506 MAPLE 3200 24 000 000 600 OAK RED 3680 27 600 000 690 OAK WHITE 4200 31 500 000 787 PINE 2250 16 875 000 421 REDWOOD 2400 18 000 00...

Page 21: ... a slightly lower speed WARNING Ashes removed from the appliance must be stored in an airtight container away from any structure until fully extinguished before disposing CLEAN THE VIEWING GLASS IF NECESSARY This appliance has an airwash to keep the glass clean However burning un seasoned wood or burning on lower burn rates leads to dirtier glass especially on the sides Clean the glass by followin...

Page 22: ...n Replacing the Glass or Glass Gasket on the following page The door gasket should be unbroken have enough bulge to contact the face of the unit and be firmly attached to the door frame The glass gasket should form an airtight seal between the glass and the door frame Door Cam Check the glass for any cracking Adjusting the Door Cam If the door cam does not pull the door against the face of the app...

Page 23: ...nel tape new or old runs around the perimeter of the glass If using a new gasket trim off any excess Place the glass new or old in place so there is a small gap between the edge of the glass and the door frame Make sure the gasket is tucked underneath the glass so the glass does not touch the door frame Place the glass retainer in place and secure it with the screws removed earlier Make sure the w...

Page 24: ...y have built up on the surface of the firebrick with a wire brush or scraper Any of the firebrick on the floor or walls of the firebrick that is cracked must be replaced see the section Firebrick Removal and Replacement Instructions Next inspect the baffle components The illustration below details the areas that must be inspected If any of the components need to be replaced see the section Baffle ...

Page 25: ...First remove the firebricks on the floor in front of the firebrick needing replacement Then pivot it out from the bottom to clear the clip that holds it in place FLOOR FIREBRICKS Remove the firebricks in front of the firebrick needing replacement CLIPS Hold the wall firebrick in place A B A A B FIREBRICK SIZES All firebrick is 1 1 4 x 4 1 2 x 9 except those labeled Firebrick labeled are 1 1 4 x 4 ...

Page 26: ...rick forward and out of the firebox NOTE When the center rear firebrick are slid forward the baffle support will come to rest on the rear secondary air tube and rear air channel 6 Slide the bypass all the way forward 7 Reach into the firebox and push up on the bypass rod until the bypass damper seperates from the bypass rod Remove both the bypass damper and bypass assembly by sliding them between ...

Page 27: ...ide Retainer for Door Glass Cast steel retainer attaches to door with ten screws included Handle for Door Brass spring 1 2 Door Handle Steel shaft with threaded end includes spring handle Door Cam Cast brass Air Control Handle Brass spring 3 8 Firebrick 1 1 4 x 4 1 2 x 9 silicon based refractory some firebrick will require cutting Secondary Air Tube 22 7 8 long with 3 16 holes every 3 4 includes t...

Page 28: ...f hour see Learning to Burn your Appliance on page 13 Bypass was open The bypass should be closed once the fire is established to increase the appliance s efficiency see Bypass Control on page 13 Appliance Does Not Burn Overnight Wood is fast burning Lighter faster burning woods e g alder pine are less suited for overnight burns see A Word about Wood on page 17 Wood is in small pieces Wood should ...

Page 29: ...is 7 Year Warranty include injury loss of use damage failure to function due to accident negligence misuse improper installation alteration or adjustment of the manufacturer s settings of components lack of proper and regular maintenance damage incurred while the appliance is in transit alteration or act of God 8 This 7 Year warranty excludes damage caused by normal wear and tear such as paint dis...

Page 30: ...PAGE 28 PRODUCT LISTING INFORMATION The data on the label below matches the data on the label attached to the side of your insert ...

Page 31: ...rround panels when installed SURROUND PANEL SIZE SIZE ON APPLIANCE Including Trim PART 8 45 3 8 width by 29 1 2 height 99300104 10 49 3 8 width by 31 1 2 height 99300105 12 53 3 8 width by 33 1 2 height 99300111 The surround panels should be installed prior to installing the insert Place the insert 12 from the fireplace opening before installing the surround panels 1 Follow the directions in the i...

Page 32: ... Push the insert into the fireplace insuring a seal is made with the insulation between the panels and the fireplace face Use a screwdriver to tuck any exposed insulation behind the panels Brass Trim Installation Optional The optional surround panel brass trim greatly enhances the appearance of your insert and is easy to install Follow the directions below to install 1 Lay the three pieces of bras...

Page 33: ...tration below for details Remove the flue adapter and drill four 5 32 holes into the top 2 Adhere the self adhesive gasket included with the flue adapter along the bottom perimeter of the adapter Cut off any excess gasket 3 Place the flue adapter in place Use a 5 16 nutdriver to attach the four screws that secure it to the insert Place the self adhesive gasket along the bottom perimeter of the ada...

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Page 36: ...s 8 Fireplace Sizing 7 Floor Protection see Hearth Requirements 7 Flue Adapter Installation 31 Flue Size 6 5 Fuel to Use cord wood only 17 Glass Inspection 20 Glass Cleaning 19 Glass or Glass Gasket 21 Hearth Requirements 7 Heating Capacity 5 Insert Placement Requirements 7 Insert Size Requirements 7 Insulation Installation for panels 30 Leveling Bolt Installation 8 Listing Information 28 Location...

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