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CONGRATULATIONS!
When you purchased your new wood-burning fireplace insert,
you joined the ranks of thousands of individuals whose answer
to their home heating needs reflects their concern for aesthetics,
efficiency and our environment. We extend our continued support
to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment available
from your new wood-burning fireplace insert.
Thank you for selecting an Innovative Hearth Products, LLC (IHP)
wood-burning fireplace insert as the answer to your home heat-
ing needs.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Using This Manual ......................................................................... 2
Important Safety Information ......................................................... 3
Testing Information ........................................................................ 4
Draft Requirements ........................................................................ 4
Selecting the Proper Venting System ............................................. 4
Chimney Height Requirements ....................................................... 5
Negative Pressure Warning ............................................................ 5
Required Clearances ...................................................................6-7
Specifications ..............................................................................8-9
Hearth Protection ....................................................................10-11
Insert Installation ......................................................................... 12
Masonry Fireplace Pre-Installation Preparation............................ 12
Factory-Built Zero Clearance Fireplaces –
Installation Preparation .................................................... 12
Factory Built Fireplace Warning Tag ............................................. 12
Chimney Liner Installation ........................................................... 13
Positive Flue Connection (Required in Canada ) ........................... 13
Offset Boxes ............................................................................14-15
Installation Procedure For Masonry and
Factory-Built Fireplaces .................................................... 14
Manufactured Home Installations (ML230 only) .......................... 15
Typical Installation Figures ........................................................... 16
Brick and Baffle Installation .....................................................17-18
Post Installation Checks ............................................................... 19
Attaching Control Labels .............................................................. 19
USING THIS MANUAL
Please read and carefully follow all of the instructions found in this
manual. Please pay special attention to the safety instructions provided
in this manual.
PRODUCT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Paint Curing ................................................................................. 20
Burn-In Period ............................................................................. 20
Operating Hints ............................................................................ 20
Door Operation ............................................................................ 20
Starting and Maintaining a Fire ...............................................21-22
Fuel ... ......................................................................................... 22
Getting the Most Out of Your Fireplace Insert .............................. 23
Maximizing Your Fireplace Insert’s Overall Efficiency ................... 23
Achieving Clean, Long Burns ....................................................... 23
Blower Operation (optional kit) .................................................... 24
Do’s and Don’ts ............................................................................ 26
Maintenance ............................................................................26-27
Glass Replacement ...................................................................... 26
Door Hinges ................................................................................. 27
Door Latch ................................................................................... 27
Door Gasket ................................................................................. 27
Plated Accessories ....................................................................... 27
Baffle Boards ................................................................................ 27
Glass Cleaning Guidelines ............................................................ 27
Creosote Formation and Need for Removal ................................. 27
Disposal of Ashes ........................................................................ 27
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 28
Replacement Parts List ...........................................................29-31
Accessories .................................................................................. 32
Warranty ...................................................................................... 33
Product Reference Information .................................................... 34
