SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all of these instructions before
installing or
using your Portland Willamette firescreen.
This product Is Intended only for installation in a
masonry fireplace constructed in accordance with
the requirements of the Standard for Chimneys,
Fireplaces and Vents, NFPA No. 211, or applicable
local code requirements.
WARNING: This fireplace screen has not been tested
with a mantel. Fireplaces with mantels must
be
constructed under National Fire Protection
Association Publication 211, paragraph 73.3.3.
The Portland Willamette firescreen was designed for use in
rectangular fireplaces. It is not recommended for use on only one side
of a "see-thru" type fireplace (a fireplace with openings on opposite
sides in two different rooms), as the resulting unequal draft
condttions which occur may direct flames and heat directly against
the firescreen. This direct heat and the flames may be sufficient to
scorch your firescreen's finish and darken, or even break, the glass
panels. If firescreens are used on both openings, it may be possible to
equalize the drafts by adjusting the damper setting on each firescreen.
The firescreen or glass is not warranted against damage when used
on only one side of a "see-thru" fireplace.
IMPORTANT: Hydrochloric (muriatic) acid is often used by builders to
clean excess mortar from new fireplaces. The fumes from this acid
are highly corrosive and will damage the finish of your fireplace
equipment unless neutralized. This corrosive action can last for many
years if not neutralized. To neutralize, wash masonry with ammonia
water and rinse thoroughly with clean water. Any acidic or causitic
material used around your fireplace can damage the finish of your
firescreen. This includes some mortars or sealants that may be used
to install and seal firescreens and some paints used on fireplace
faces. Portland Willamette assumes no responsibility for these
damages.
Firescreen Installation.
Tools required for easiest installation:
Blade screwdriver
Pliers
Gloves
Scissors
7/is' wrench
¾" wrench
A 5/i6' masonry drill, drill motor and hammer may be required for your installa
tion-see instructions, steps #7 and
#8;
1
Carefully stand the firescreen up with its front against a wall-use a soft,
clean cloth between the firescreen and the wall to protect both from damage.
Fig. A:
Measure and cut, using scissors, the strip of included fiberglass
2
insulation into three pieces to fit into both of the side bars and into the top
bar of the firescreen, as shown. NOTE: Avoid contacting the fiberglass with
your bare skin as it may cause some irrttation-always wear gloves when
handling fiberglass.
WARNING: Fiberglass insulation !lM1 be installed to not only seal the
lirescreen to the fireplace lace but to also protect the firescreen finish
from heat damage. Fiberglass Insulation must be installed before mount
ing screen.
FIG. B
1/,-20 X 'h
flat head"-
carriage bolt
'/,-20 nut
\1,,20 X 2
thumbscrew
�
screw
3
Fig.
8: Assemble the two lintel clamps as follows:
a) Install a ¼-20 x 2 thumb screw into each of the lintel clamp angles shown.
b) When assembled, the lintel clamp and angle assembly must be able to
securely grip the lintel bar inside your fireplace, as shown in
Fig. E.
As
semble a lintel clamp and a lintel clamp angle together-Insert a ¼-20 x 1/,
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