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Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement 

en faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 900855-01.

Installation and Operation Instructions

Indoor Wood-burning Fireplace

Models 

WRT3538WS

WRT3538WH

WRT3543WS

WRT3543WH

PFS

®

US

C

P/N 900855-00   Rev.  C  01/2019

REPORT NO. F17-136 

P900855-00

SAVE THIS BOOK

This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also 

contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep 

it with your other important papers.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future 

reference.

Installateur : Laissez cette notice avec l’appareil.

Consommateur : Conservez cette notice pour consultation 

ultérieure.

This wood-burning fireplace complies with UL127 

CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY 

BUILT FIREPLACE.

Ce foyer au bois est conforme aux UL 127 CAN/ULC-

S610-M87 norme comme une USINE CONSTRUITE 

CHEMINÉE.

This fireplace is approved for use as a wood-burning fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to

ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas log heater approved to ANSI Z21.11.2 standard

FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such 

as the municipal building department, fire department, 

etc.) should be contacted before installation to 

determine the need to obtain a permit.

POUR LE CANADA: L’autorité compétente (comme 

le service municipal du bâtiment, les pompiers, 

etc.) doit être contacté avant l’installation afin de 

déterminer la nécessité d’obtenir un permis.

This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace 

system. Please read and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.

Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any circumstances. Any modification or alteration of 

the fireplace system, including but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and accessories, may void the 

warranty, listings and approvals of this system and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.

IMPORTANT! TO ASSURE PROPER ALIGNMENT OF GLASS DOORS: INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A SQUARE 

AND PLUMB CONDITION, USING SHIMS AS NECESSARY AT SIDES AND/OR BOTTOM.

WRT4038IS

WRT4038IH

WRT4043IS

WRT4043IH

NOTE: DIAGRAMS AND ILLUSTRATIONS THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL ARE NOT TO SCALE.

Summary of Contents for Superior Fireplaces F3412

Page 1: ...60 or Z21 84 standards or for use with a vent free gas log heater approved to ANSI Z21 11 2 standard FOR CANADA The authority having jurisdiction such asthemunicipalbuildingdepartment firedepartment etc should be contacted before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit POUR LE CANADA L autorité compétente comme le service municipal du bâtiment les pompiers etc doit être contacté avan...

Page 2: ...is fireplace has been tested for use with this insert FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable materials on or near the appliance Never leave children unatte...

Page 3: ...es and troubleshooting WARNING BURNINGIMPROPERFUEL I E CHAR COAL CAN RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISON ING WHICH MAY LEAD TO DEATH Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxidepoisoningresemblethefluwithheadaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs get fresh air at once Have the appliance inspected by a qualifiedservicetechnician Somepeoplearemoreaf fectedbycarbonmonoxidethanothe...

Page 4: ... construction conditions inadequate chimney heights adversewindconditionsand orunusualenvironmental factors or conditions beyond our control take into account all variables within the installation and install the appliance in such a manner that satisfies the draft requirements of the appliance See Chimney Guidelines to assist you in selecting the proper venting system for your installation America...

Page 5: ... and the traffic flow in the room where the appliance is located allowing space in front of the unit for the hearth extension and the mantel and taking into consideration the locationofthehotairducts somemodels outsideairkitandchimney If possible you should choose a location where the chimney will pass through the house without cutting floor or roof joists When selecting the location the chimney o...

Page 6: ... 1 2 292 mm 24 5 8 626 mm 8 204 mm 12 3 8 315 mm 15 381 mm 5 8 16 mm 1 26 mm CHIMNEY AIRSPACE CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL 1 26 mm AIR SPACE BACK AND SIDES 0 0 mm TO BOTTOM GAS LINE KNOCKOUT 12 305 mm EACH SIDE NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ON FACE COMBUSTIBLE WALL BOARD HEARTH EXTENSION 62 X 20 1575 mm x 508 mm 38 MODEL 67 X 20 1702 mm x 508 mm 43 MODEL OUTSIDE AIR MINIMUM 12 305 mm TO PERPENDICUL...

Page 7: ...e elbow set Maximum distance between elbows is 6 feet For systems with two elbow sets minimum height is 22 feet Maximum height of any system is 50 feet This measurement includes fireplace chimney sections and height of termination assembly at level of the flue gas outlet see Figure 17 page 13 FRAMING 1 Frame opening for fireplace using dimensions shown in Figures 4 and 5 2 If fireplace is to be in...

Page 8: ...Framing Face Unfinished Shown Corner Installation AK4 Combustion Air Kit Figure 6 Corner Installation Figure 5 Inside Chase Figure 7 Outside Chase Figure 4 Fireplace Framing Fireplace Opening Width 38 43 A 49 1 4 1251 mm 54 1372 mm B 50 7 8 1293 mm 50 7 8 1293 mm C 26 1 4 667 mm 31 787 mm D 13 1 8 334 mm 15 1 2 394 mm E 77 1 4 1962 mm 82 2083 mm F 38 5 8 981 mm 41 1041 mm G 26 1 4 667 mm 26 1 4 66...

Page 9: ... seal gap between fireplace frame and hearth extension with a noncombustible material see Figure 8 WARNING Hearth extension is to be installed only as shown in Figure 8 Figure 8 Hearth Extension Seal Gap Fireplace Front Ember Protector Fireplace Front Raised Hearth Fireplace Front Elevated Ember Protector Ember Protector Seal Gap Hearth Extension MANTELS A mantel may be installed if desired see Fi...

Page 10: ...pe sections must be assembled independently as the chimney is installed When connect ing chimney directly to the fireplace the inner flue pipe section must be installed first with the lanced side up The outer pipe section can then be installed over the flue pipe section with the hemmed end up Press down on each pipe section until the lances securely engage the hem on the fireplace starter The wire...

Page 11: ...st be secured with two screws on the outer pipe only see Figure 12 Do not penetrate the inner stainless Figure 13 Ceiling Support Pipe 12S 12DM CAUTION THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFACTUREDHOMEFLOOR WALL ANDCEILING ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED WARNING DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM OF MOBILE HOMES B A Screws 2 51 mm Min Straps Straps Straps Straps Detail A Return Elbow Detail B Angle Firestop S...

Page 12: ...himble FST10 is required to avoid intrusion by insu lation and recommended to negotiate a joist Firestop Thimble FST10 Figure 16a Firestop Thimble PENETRATING ROOF To maintain a 1 clearance to the pipe on a roof with a pitch a rect angular opening must be cut 1 Determine center point through which pipe will penetrate roof 2 Determine center point of roof Pitch is distance the roof drops over a giv...

Page 13: ...THROUGH FLASHING CONE Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof When installing the flashing on a metal roof it is required that putty tape be used between the flashing and the roof The flashing must be secured to the roof using 8 x 3 4 screws and then sealed with roof coating to prevent leakage through the screw holes A roof coating must also be applied around the perimeter of the flashing to provide a...

Page 14: ...e termination to another We suggest that terminations be separated at least 24 center to center and stacked at a vertical height difference of 18 see Figure 21 Note If a decorative shroud is to be installed contact the manufac turer for specifications 10 FOOT RULE All flue gas outlet chimney terminations must extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above the highest point where it passes through the ...

Page 15: ...and place flash ing over chase 4 Secure flashing through sides with 8 penny nails or sheet rock screws 5 Place galvanized sleeve through hole in flashing and around last section of chimney see Figure 25 6 Place termination cap over opening and slip stainless steel inner pipe into stainless steel chimney section Lower termination as sembly until cap rests evenly over flashing hole Secure cap at eac...

Page 16: ...alvanized steel over chimney outlet see Figure 31 6 Attach storm collar where chimney pierces opening in flash ing Caulk where storm collar touches outer chimney pipe see Figure 31 NONCHASE INSTALLATION 1 Slip on proper pitch roof flashing and mount storm collar above it Caulk top of storm collar where it contacts outer chimney pipe 2 Mount round top termination and secure it to outer chimney pipe...

Page 17: ...out lines line up Install the retaining bracket and tighten set screws Figure 33 4 Install the right and left refractory panels with the gas line knock outs oriented down toward the firebox bottom Install the retaining brackets and tighten set screws Figure 34 5 Position grate retaining brackets toward the rear of the bottom refractory see Figure 34 They should be positioned a distance apart as sh...

Page 18: ...x and flush with the front of the fireplace Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the panel and firebox Figure 36 Note If replacing entire kit start with the masonry brick hearth panel then follow steps below 2 Install the left and right masonry brick panels align flush with front cover plates and secure them with retaining brackets and screws provided see Figures 36 and 37 3 Place the prov...

Page 19: ... Side Brick with Access Hole Outside of Fireplace Gas Line Conduit Insulation Gas Conduit Cover 1 2 Dowel Remove Knockout Gas line hook up should be done by your supplier or a qualified service person Note Before you proceed make sure your gas supply is turned off Use only a 1 2 black iron pipe and appropriate fittings 1 Remove knockout indentation on refractory or firebrick wall lo cated above re...

Page 20: ...NING This kit is to be installed by a qualified service technician or other qualified agency in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and all codes and requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction in the USA or Canada If these instructions are not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life The qualified agency performing t...

Page 21: ... Both the flue damper and glass doors must be fully opened before starting fire This will provide sufficient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in firebox IMPORTANT The glass must be allowed to warm slowly and evenly The tempered glass will withstand a gradual temperature rise to 550 F which is more than a normal fire will generate Such materials as pitch wax laden logs very dry mill en...

Page 22: ...plit logs split wood will light more quickly Arrange the logs to provide plenty of air space between them 5 Light the paper at both sides of the firebox 6 Close the screens to prevent the escape of sparks and embers 7 Close the damper only when the fire is completely OUT and ashes are COLD Keep the damper closed when the fireplace is not in use to prevent unnecessary loss of conditioned room air D...

Page 23: ...is fireplace may be used if installed in accordance with the instructions by its manufacturer A locally fabricated shroud may be used with IHP Shroud Leg Spacer Kit SLK in accor dance with instructions provided with the shroud NOTICE The firebox canopy hood must not be mod ified or replaced with a canopy that may be provided with the unvented decorative room heater CAUTION THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY...

Page 24: ...4 2 3 5 6 7 8 2 9 2 11 12 13 20 2 14 3 15 21 16 22 17 23 26 25 27 28 29 31 2 32 2 30 33 2 34 24 18 19 10 4 MODEL CATALOG NO WRT3538WS F3412 WRT3538WH F3413 WRT4038IS F3414 WRT4038IH F3415 WRT3543WS F3416 WRT3543WH F3417 WRT4043IS F3418 WRT4043IH F3419 ...

Page 25: ...onduit Gas Line LBRS 2 10 Insulation Dome 1 11 Assembly Dome LBR38 1 Assembly Dome LBR43 1 12 Assembly Lintel Extension LBR38 1 Assembly Lintel Extension LBR43 1 13 J4359 Bracket Damper Rod 1 14 See Pages 26 and 27 1 15 See Pages 26 and 27 1 16 See Pages 26 and 27 1 17 See Pages 26 and 27 1 18 See Pages 26 and 27 1 19 Bracket Shipping 1 20 H4035 Bracket Grate 2 21 Cover Plate Side 1 22 Cover Plate...

Page 26: ...it 38 White Stk Refractory Panels F3434 Kit 38 White HB Refractory Panels F3437 Kit 43 White Stk Refractory Panels F3438 Kit 43 White HB Refractory Panels CATALOG NO DESCRIPTION F3435 Kit 38 Ivory Split Stk Masonry Panels F3436 Kit 38 Ivory Split HB Masonry Panels F3439 Kit 43 Ivory Split Stk Masonry Panels F3440 Kit 43 Ivory Split HB Masonry Panels IMPORTANT Installation of refractory panels shou...

Page 27: ...ctory 3 KEY NO CAT NO DESCRIPTION 38 Split Stk 43 Split Stk 38 Split HB 43 Split HB QTY 1 F3435 Kit 38 Ivory Split Stk Masonry Panels 1 2 Assembly Hearth Cut LBR38 Ivory 1 3 Assembly Panel Left Cut Ivory SRB 1 4 Assembly Panel Right Cut Ivory SRB 1 5 Assembly Panel Rear Cut Ivory SRB 1 6 Retainer Refractory 3 1 F3439 Kit 43 Ivory Split Stk Masonry Panels 1 2 Assembly Hearth Cut LBR43 Ivory 1 3 Ass...

Page 28: ...954 18 12HT 18 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0955 24 12HT 24 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0956 36 12HT 36 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0957 48 12HT 48 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock 30 OFFSET AND RETURN F0937 30E 12DM 30 Degree Offset and Return F0958 30E 12HT 30 Degree Hi Temp Offset and Return OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR FLOOR INSTALLATION...

Page 29: ...nnection WARNING HOT Fire Risk Insulation and combustibles must not touch pipe Consult manual for clearance requirements Ensure proper connection WARNING HOT Fire Risk Insulation and combustibles must not touch pipe Consult manual for clearance requirements Ensure proper connection 900599 01 F2659 LABEL UL127 50PK UL127 Venting Label 50 PK ADJUSTABLE HOOD Required when installing a vent free gas l...

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Page 31: ... be subject to normal use with approved fuels listed in the Operation Manual provided with the product This includes burning such fireplace fuels as wood and natural or propane gas Fuel products with abnormal burning characteristics including but not limited to fuel such as driftwood coal or plywood and wood products using a binder may burn at excessive temperatures and may cause damage to the Pro...

Page 32: ...00855 00 Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A 2017 Innovative Hearth Products LLC P N 900855 00 Rev C 01 2019 1769 East Lawrence Street Russellville AL 35654 ...

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