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P126631 01

REPORT NO. 09-171

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Merit Series Wood-Burning Fireplace
 

MODELS

P/N 126631-01 Rev.  H  01/2019

WRT2042WS

WRT2042WSI

WCT2042WS

WCT2042WSI

SAVE THIS BOOK

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

tains 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

An IHP hood must be installed when using a vent-free log heater (see Accessories, page 20).
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 appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured home (USA only) or 

mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes. 

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.

Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement 

en faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 126631-02.

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

Summary of Contents for Superior Fireplaces Merit WCT2042WS

Page 1: ...ANADA 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 appliance may be installed ...

Page 2: ...nufactured or approved by IHP in combination with an IHP fireplace system Proper installation is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace Consult the local building codes as to the particular requirements concerned with the installation of all factory built fireplaces WARNING Do not install a fireplace insert in this fireplace unless the manufacturer s ins...

Page 3: ...poseasignificanthazard IMPORTANT See appendix A page 21 for additional information regarding draft requirements smoking causes and troubleshooting WARNING BURNING IMPROPER FUEL I E CHARCOAL CAN RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING WHICH MAY LEAD TO DEATH Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxidepoisoningresemblethefluwithheadaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs get fresh...

Page 4: ...ALL BOARD NOT LESS THAN 12 305 mm TO PERPENDICULAR SIDEWALL 0 0 MM TO BOTTOM 12 305 mm EACH SIDE GAS LINE KNOCK OUT GAS LINE KNOCK OUT RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE AIR KIT KNOCK OUT 8 1 4 210 mm 8 1 4 210 mm 25 3 8 645 mm 14 1 2 369 mm 38 7 8 988 mm 1 3 8 35 mm 1 3 4 45 mm 1 26 mm 1 26 mm 32 813 mm 28 1 2 724 mm 21 1 8 537 mm 5 8 16 mm 14 356 mm 44 1118 mm 44 1118 mm 42 1067 mm 7 178 mm 7 178 mm 13 331 mm...

Page 5: ...iling flanges touch side framing 4 Check level of fireplace and shim with sheet metal if necessary 5 Before securing fireplace to prepared framing ember protector must be placed between hearth extension not included and under bottom front edge of fireplace to protect against glowing embers falling through If fireplace is to be installed on a raised platform a Z type ember protector not included mu...

Page 6: ... top opening of fireplace NFPA 211 Section Clearance from Combustible Material Mantels or any other combustible material may come up to side edge of black metal face of fireplace if projection from front face falls within limits shown in Figure 5 33 12 1 4 312 mm Ref 1 1 2 39 mm Max 6 153 mm Ref 9 229 mm Min 12 305 mm Min 15 381 mm Min 3 77 mm Nom Combustible Material Safe Zone For Projection of C...

Page 7: ...or through a sidewall AK4 See Figure 7 for instruction of operating air kit CAUTION Combustion air inlet ducts shall not terminate in attic space The maximum height for the air vent can not exceed 3 feet below the flue gas outlet of the termination CHIMNEY PIPE WARNING Label part number 900599 01 must be applied by the installer to all chimney pipe sections but is not required on sections that wil...

Page 8: ... above 20 feet must be supported USING ELBOW OFFSETS 30E 8DM 1 To achieve desired offset you may install combinations of 12 18 24 36 and 48 length of double wall pipe see offset chart page 9 and Figure 9 page 8 Note For systems with 2 elbow sets minimum height is 22 feet Maximum height for any system is 50 feet 2 Chimney weight above offset rests on return elbow Straps must be securely nailed to r...

Page 9: ...lbow Return Elbow Return Elbow Return Elbow Return Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow Offset Elbow 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m 6 Max 1 83 m Ceiling Support Pipe 12S 8DM Ceiling Support Pipe 12S 8DM 2 Min Straps Straps Straps Straps Detail A Return Elbow Detail B Angle Firestop See Detail A See Detail B ...

Page 10: ...toftheroof Pitchisthedistancetheroofdrops overagivenspan usually12 A6 12pitchmeansthattheroofdrops 6 for each 12 measure horizontally down from roof rafters 3 Use roof opening chart Figure 14 page 11 to determine correct opening length and flashing required 4 Remove shingles around opening measured Cut out this section 5 Add next sections of pipe until end penetrates roof line Check to see that pr...

Page 11: ...estor Fireplace system must be terminated with listed round top or chase terminations In any case refer to installation instructions supplied with termination Terminations approved for this fireplace are RT 8DM and RLT 8DM that can be used for flashing or chase and ET 8DM ETO 8DM ETL 8DM and ETLO 8DM for chase style termination only Figure 17 shows an RLT 8DM round top termination CAUTION Do not s...

Page 12: ...e shroud is to be installed contact manufacturer for specifications Figure 18 Multiple Chase Installation 10 3 05 m 10 3 05 m 2 0 61 m Min 2 0 61 m Min 3 0 92 m Min 3 0 92 m Min Level of Flue Gas Outlet Figure 19 10 Foot Rule 10 FOOT RULE All flue gas outlet chimney terminations must extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above highest point where it passes through roof and must be at least 2 feet a...

Page 13: ...ement Install gas appliance or cap off gas line if desired CAUTION All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after installation is completed After ensuring that gas valve is on apply soap and water solution to all connections and joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK TESTING AND DO NOT OPERATE ANY APPLIANCE IF A LEAK IS DETECTE...

Page 14: ...fireplace with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion Excessive heat within fireplace can result if too large a fire is built or if combustion air gate is not completely open The following tips should be used to assure that both fireplace and glass door retain their beauty and function properly Both the flue damper and glass doors must be fully opened before starting a fire This wi...

Page 15: ...e 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 modified or replaced with a canopy that may be provided with the unvented decorative room heater CAUTION THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANU FACTUR...

Page 16: ... 16 PARTS WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE MODELS WRT2042WS WRT2042WSI WCT2042WS WCT2042WSI MODEL CAT NO WRT2042WS F0687 WRT2042WSI F0688 WCT2042WS F0689 WCT2042WSI F0690 11 27 23 23 22 24 10 14 25 4 17 3 2 1 18 5 20 28 12 7 15 9 16 13 8 26 6 19 21 ...

Page 17: ...bly 1 8 Firebox Floor 1 9 Wrapper Bottom 1 10 Front Face Weldment Smooth 1 Front Face Weldment Louvered 1 11 See Page 18 Left Side Brick Liner 1 12 See Page 18 Rear Brick Liner 1 13 See Page 18 Right Side Brick Liner 1 14 See Page 18 Bottom Brick Liner 1 15 See Page 18 Front Bottom Brick Liner 1 16 J6937 Blower Access Plate 1 17 J6895 Refractory Retainer 2 18 Circulation Plate 1 19 Insulation Reta...

Page 18: ... IHP dealer to obtain any of these parts Never use substitute materials not ap proved by IHP Use of non approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards 1 2 4 3 6 5 REFRACTORY STAIN KITS Use the refractory stain kits to give white refractory panels a new look Kit includes foam roller handle paint tray and one can of stain Available stain colors are creamer ivory Rust terra cotta an...

Page 19: ...HT 18 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0883 24 8HT 24 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0884 36 8HT 36 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock F0885 48 8HT 48 Section Hi Temp Double Wall Pipe Snap Lock 30 OFFSET AND RETURN F0900 30E 8DM 30 Degree Offset and Return F0886 30E 8HT 30 Degree Hi Temp Offset and Return OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR SIDEWALL INSTALLATION F1091 AK4 ...

Page 20: ...OUVERS AND SLIP SECTION F0921 ETL 8DM Square Top with Slip Section F0893 ETL 8HT Hi Temp Large Pyramid Top with Slip Section MESH SQUARE TOP TERMINATION F0922 ETO 8DM Square Top with Mesh MESH SQUARE TOP TERMINATION WITH SLIP SECTION F0923 ETLO 8DM Square Top with Mesh and Slip Section ADJUSTABLE HOOD Required when installing a vent free gas log in this fireplace F1764 GA6050 Black Fireplace Hood ...

Page 21: ...onditions 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 American National Stan...

Page 22: ...iance The best location to install your appliance is determined by consid ering the location of windows doors 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 location of the hot air ducts some models outside air kit and chimney Ifpossible youshouldchoosealocationwherethechi...

Page 23: ... 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 24: ...26631 01 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 2013 Innovative Hearth Products LLC P N 126631 01 Rev H 01 2019 1769 East Lawrence Street Russellville AL 35654 ...

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