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EPA  Wood-Burning Fireplaces

P/N  900093-00  REV. A  04/2015

WCT4820WS

MODEL

WCT4820WS

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 circum-

stances.  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.
IHP wood-burning fireplaces are designed for use as a supplemental 

heater.   They are not intended for continuous use as a primary heat 

source.

INSTALLATION AND 

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Listed to standards:
ULC-S610 & UL-127
Report #  14-180
EPA Cert. No. 537

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 

     

WARNING

 

Hot! Do not touch!  The glass and 

surfaces of this appliance will be hot 

during operation and will retain heat 

for a while after shutting off the appli-

ance.  Severe burns may result. 

• 

 

Carefully supervise children in the 

same room as appliance.

 

If small children are present in the home, it is 

recommended that this appliance be fitted with 

an adjustable safety gate or barrier screen. 

       WARNING

 

The fireplace cannot be operated without a door 

or firescreen.  Consult your dealer to select the 

correct door or firescreen.

 

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.

 

Install the fireplace only as described in these 

instructions.

Fireplace, also for use in mobile or 

manufactured homes with solid fuel only.

An French manual is available upon request. Order P/N 900094-00.
Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement en faire la demande. Numéro 
de la pièce 900094-00.

P900093-00

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US

Summary of Contents for WCT4820WS

Page 1: ... Cert No 537 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING Hot Do not touch The glass and surfaces of this appliance will be hot during operation and will retain heat for a while after shutting off the appli ance Severe burns may result Carefully supervise children in the same room as appliance If small children are present in the home it is recommended that this appliance be fitted with an...

Page 2: ...e unat tended while it is burning WARNING Always ensure that the air inlet to the fireplace is free from debris and any other obstructions that can block the entrance of air WARNING Neither the manufacturer nor the seller warrants smoke free operation nor are we respon sible for inadequate system draft caused by mechanical systems general construction conditions inadequate chimney heights adverse ...

Page 3: ... fireplace installation consult the local authorities to obtain your buildingpermitandcheckyourlocalbuilding codes Installthefireplaceonlyasdescribed in these instructions and using only IHP components This fireplace has been tested for CAN ULC S610 M87 and ANSI UL 127 under report number 3011202 It has also been tested for EPA 40 C F R Part 60 section 60 532 b Certificate number 537 The WCT4820WS...

Page 4: ...of prohibited fuels Failure to burn proper fuels only will void the certification and the warranty of the appliance Hardwoods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density Hardwoods will result in a longer burning fire and less fre quent refueling A moisture content of 15 to 20 seasoned is recommended Wood that has been cut and split and let to dry under a ...

Page 5: ...dtoprovidesmoke free operation Occasionally there may be a smallamountofsmokinguponlightingthefire until the chimney heats up but this should not continue If the fireplace continues to smoke it is probably for one of the following reasons A Negative pressure in the house As the fire burns air goes up the chimney This air must be replaced through leakage intothehouseorthroughtheoutsideairduct When ...

Page 6: ...o ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are not igniting the roof 6 Do not use the fireplace again until your chimney and fireplace have been inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or a Fire Department Inspector What does Well Seasoned mean When a tree is cut down the wood is green full of sap and moisture This moisture content can exceed 80 which must be reduced to less than...

Page 7: ...amic baffle 7 Remove the rear ceramic baffle To install the new refractories follow the above steps in reverse DOOR INSTALLATION The door must be installed only when the installation of the WCT4820WS fireplace is completed All you have to do is fit the male part of the hinge already on the door to the female part which is on the fireplace To remove the door simply pull the door up from the hinges ...

Page 8: ...nal support is needed The WCT4820WS fireplace may be installed directly on the floor or on a raised base for proper guidelines refer to Hearth Extension Requirements and a minimum of 6 8 2 m measured from the base of the appliance to the ceiling is required Whenselectingthelocation thechimneyoutlet positionandthedirectionofthewindareimpor tant factor affecting the chimney performance To allow a ma...

Page 9: ...he fireplace mustbecoveredwithanon combustiblemate rial tile marble stone etc SeeFigures7and8 Cold climate INSTALLATIONS Climates where temperatures will fall below 32 F 0 C The heating performance of the appliance will vary depending upon the level of insulation house design how the appliance is operated etc If this fireplace is being installed in a cold climate it is especially important to seal...

Page 10: ...nsions specifications colors and pricesaresubjecttochangeordiscontinu ance without notice All framing dimensions calculated for 1 2 dry wall at the fireplace face If sheathing the chase or finishing with other thickness materials calculations will need to be made Thefireplacemustnotbeincontactwith any insulation or loose filling material Cover the insulation with Drywall panels around the fireplac...

Page 11: ...sed To Cover Chase Opening 8 Level 8 2 4 m Level Outside Base Insulation Thermal Barrier Solid Continuous Surface NOTE Itisrecommendedthatthechase wallsandfloorbeinsulatedinthesame manner using the same insulation as the rest of the building below the attic SEE NOTE Nailing Flanges Four nailing flanges are provided to secure the fireplace to the floor see Figure 11 Bend the nailing flanges down so...

Page 12: ...rd of the WCT4820WS fireplace not flush it will be necessary to purchase two adjustable lengths H8951 When installing the double outlet system the hotairoutletscanbeinstalledinthesameroom as the fireplace or one or both of the outlets can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms Installing the ducts at different elevations will tend to exhaust more heat out of the higher outlet Figure 15 Frame Gril...

Page 13: ...t and blocking the upper louver of the fireplace CENTRAL FORCED AIR KIT NOT TESTED UNDER EPA CERTIFICATION The knock outs provided on the back and on the sides of the WCT4820WS fireplace allow the connection of insulated flexible pipe which enables you to heat adjacent rooms up to 50 feet from the fireplace The ducting system must be installed as de scribed below A Fix the adaptor at the back and ...

Page 14: ...from the basement or garage D The air intake should be installed where it is not likely to be blocked by snow or exposed to extreme wind and away from automobile exhaust fumes gas meters and other vents E The duct and register may be installed above or below floor level The following components are required Outside air kit UZI includes 4 inch flex that goes up to ten 10 feet long 4 Adaptor for fir...

Page 15: ...el WCT4820WS may be installed only with Security Chimneys International Ltd 6 diameter chimney systems 3 A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance 4 The minimum chimney height is 12 feet 3 7 m In altitude add 18 450 mm to the chimney for every 2 000 feet 600 m above sea level 5 All chimney installations must include at least one support The maximum length of chimney that can...

Page 16: ...h roofing pitch see Figures 24 and 25 For sloping roofs place the flashing under the upper and on top of the lower shingles Nail the flashing to the roof using roofing nails 6 Place the spacers and the storm collar over the flashing and tighten it with the bolt supplied Finally seal the joint between the stormcollarandthechimney usingsilicone caulking 7 Install the chimney cap Once the chimney cap...

Page 17: ...b bob to line up the center of the hole Cut a hole for the chimney in the ceiling floor Frame this hole as described previously refer to section Chimney Instal lation Instructions 5 From below install a firestop See Figure 23a 6 A support ST or SO must be used on the first 15 section 5 m 7 Continue with the regular installation AC Chimney 1 Install the first elbow Turn it in the required direction...

Page 18: ...1 8 156 mm 11 280 mm 14 1 8 359 mm 16 7 8 429 mm 18 7 16 468 mm 23 584 mm 26 3 16 665 mm B 27 11 16 703 mm 33 1 2 851 mm 50 7 8 1292 mm 62 1 2 1588 mm 72 5 8 1845 mm 78 7 16 1992 mm 95 3 4 2432 mm 107 3 8 2727 mm 30 A 9 3 8 238 mm 12 3 8 314 mm 21 3 8 543 27 3 8 695 mm 32 5 8 829 mm 35 5 8 905 mm 44 5 8 1134 mm 50 5 8 1286 mm B 25 3 4 654 mm 31 787 mm 46 1 2 1181 mm 57 1448 mm 66 1676 mm 71 1 4 18...

Page 19: ...1 1 8 x 30 3 4 45º 283 mm x 518 mm 11 1 8 x 20 3 8 S2100 HT6000 AC 6 dia 30º 327 mm x 881 mm 12 7 8 x 34 11 16 30º 380 mm x 972 mm 15 x 38 1 4 Table 5 Figure 30 Drywall Insulated Wall Insulated Wall Radiation Shield Figure 28 Offset Chimney Installation Figure 29 Insulated Wall Radiation Shield Support Straps ACRS Chimney AC Starter Section Straps Rain Cap Collar Roof Flashing Offset Support Frami...

Page 20: ...with the support CHIMNEY MODEL MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF SUPPORTED CHIMNEY OFFSET SUPPORT ROOF SUPPORT ASHT HT6103 6 dia 28 feet 8 54 m 29 feet 8 84 m S2100 HT6000 6 dia 18 feet 5 49 m 20 feet 6 1 m AC 6 dia 40 feet 12 19 m 50 feet 15 20 m Table 6 CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS For the purpose of this manual a chimney chase is considered a part of the chimney system rather than part of a building...

Page 21: ...t Firestop Tubinox or Projet SS Stainless Steel Liner Insulated Length Masonry Chimney New or Existing Tubinox or Projet SS Liner Must Slide at Least 2 Inside Length 6 8 Available from Security Chimneys NOTE DIAGRAMS ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE 21 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION WARNING Before starting the installation the masonry chimney must be inspected by a qualified chimn...

Page 22: ...able length 8 dia 2 5 7B26ZL2A H8951 Length two 2 feet 8KL2 H8954 Length one 1 feet 8KL1 H8953 Wall radiation shield 8 I D 7B26ZR H8952 Optional installation accessories uNot 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 vNot for sale in the US Fireplace Kits Descri...

Page 23: ... PR SR2218 1 Snap disc blower VTU Bracket secondary air tube PR SR2214 Hinge assembly fireplace and door PR SR2395UL Door handle rod and mechanism PR SR2118 Door handle and brass cap PR SR2325 Door handle brass cap POIGNE002 Gasket door 73 5 8 dia PR SR1823G Gasket glass 69 5 16 dia PR SR1685D Blower 250 CFM for central forced air kit BISZY BISZY Blower variable speed control with decorative wall ...

Page 24: ...teel Chimney 6 I D and 8 O D Double Wall Stainl Steel Listed to CAN UCL S604 and UL 103HT Description Part Cat No Lengths and Misc Chimney Components 8 length 6 Dia 6L8 6L8 12 length 6 Dia 6L12 6L12 18 length 6 Dia 6L18 6L18 24 length 6 Dia 6L24 6L24 36 length 6 Dia 6L36 6L36 48 length 6 Dia 6L48 6L48 Adjustable Length 12 6 Dia 6LA 6LA 15º elbow 6 Dia 6E15 6E15 30º elbow 6 Dia 6E30 6E30 Rain Termi...

Page 25: ...48 6LL48 Adjustable Length 7 to 11 6 Dia 6L7A 6L7A Split Base Tee 6 Dia 6LT 6LT Tee Cap 6 Dia 6TCS 6TCS Twist Lock Tee Cap 6 Dia 6LTC 6LTC Elbow 30º 6 Dia 6LE30 6LE30 Elbow 45º 6 Dia 6LE45 6LE45 Elbow 90º 6 Dia 6LE90 6LE90 Rain Termination Cap regular 6 Dia 6LCS 6LCS Rain Termination Cap deluxe 6 Dia 6LCC 6LCC Spark Arrester Screen universal spark arrester band PE PE Supports Top Support 6LST 6LST...

Page 26: ...26 NOTES ...

Page 27: ...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 Product or may cau...

Page 28: ...rts See Page 23 for a complete replacement parts list Use only parts sup plied from the manufacturer Normally all parts should be ordered through your IHP distributor or dealer Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order When ordering repair parts always give the following information 1 The model number of the appliance 2 The serial number of the appliance 3 The part number 4 The d...

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