TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ......................................Page 2
Parts Required .................................Page 2
Optional Equipment ...........................Page 2
Operating The Fireplace ....................Page 2
First Fires ..........................................Page 2
Safety Rules and Specifications for
Mobile or Manufactured
Home Installation .........................Page 3
Starting And Maintaining A Fire ........Page 4
Combustion Control .........................Page 4
Refueling For Best Performance .......Page 4
Smoking – Causes And
Troubleshooting ..............................Page 4
Important Cautions ...........................Page 5
Maintenance ......................................Page 5
Maintaining Your Fireplace ................Page 6
Creosote ............................................Page 6
Chimney Maintenance .......................Page 6
Dealing With A Chimney Fire .............Page 6
Fuel ...................................................Page 6
Finish Door Casing Care ....................Page 7
Disposing of Ashes ...........................Page 7
Refractory Installation .......................Page 8
Door Installation ...............................Page 8
Door Adjustment ...............................Page 8
Cold Climate Installations ..................Page 8
Facade Installation ............................Page 9
Framing, Facing And Mantel ..............Page 9
Hearth Extension Requirements ........Page 9
Clearances to Combustibles ..............Page
9
Glass Care .........................................Page 10
Fireplace Installation .........................Page 10
Framing Dimensions .........................Page 11
Nailing Flanges ..................................Page 14
Facing And Mantel ............................Page 14
Fireplace Blower ................................Page 15
Outside Air Kit ..................................Page 16
HeatFlo Convection Kit Installation ...Page 17
Chimney System ...............................Page 20
US ONLY - Snap Pak Chimney .........Page 21
CANADA ONLY - Approved Chimney. Page 21
Chimney Chase And
Multiple Terminations......................Page 25
Masonry Application Instructions .....Page 26
Installation Accessories ....................Page 27
Replacement Parts ............................Page 28
Specifications ....................................Page 28
Chimney Components Lists ..............Page 29
Safety/Listing Label ...........................Page 30
Warranty ...........................................Page 31
Product Reference Information .........Page 32
THE FIREPLACE
INTRODUCTION
The WCT4920WS wood-burning fireplace is
an energy efficient, heat circulating, closed
combustion fireplace. You will receive a lifetime
of comfort and enjoyment from your fireplace
provided it is installed, maintained and oper-
ated properly.
•
Please read these instructions and retain
this manual for future reference.
•
Before beginning the fireplace installation,
consult the local authorities to obtain your
building permit and check your local building
codes. Install the fireplace only as described
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 307-4084. It has also been tested
for EPA 40 C.F.R Part 60, section 60.532(b).
Certificate number 537.
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The fireplace is NOT intended for use with a
gas log set. Do not use a fireplace insert or
any other product with this fireplace unless
it is specified by IHP for use with this ap-
pliance. Failure to follow these instructions
will void the certification and the warranty
of the fireplace and may result in an unsafe
installation.
• These appliances are designed to provide
supplemental heat to the immediate area
only. Therefore, it is advisable to have an
alternate heat source when installed in a
dwelling.
FIREPLACE PACKAGING LIST
(loose parts)
• Literature Kit (bag in bottom compartment
containing Installation and Operation In-
structions (this manual), Wall Plate, Damper
Rod and Handle, Strain Relief, Juction Box,
and Rheostat.
• Intake Vent
• 4” Insulation Sleeve
• 4” Outside Air Intake Pipe
• (4) 10-16 x 3/4 Tek Screws
• Safety Metal Strip
• Top standoff assembly (loose on top of unit)
PARTS REQUIRED
Fireplace Model
• 6” diameter chimney - United States
Model IHP Snap-Pak, including:
- Chimney lengths
- Elbows
(where necessary)
- Associated components as per these
installation instructions
• 6” diameter chimney - Canada
Security Chimney: Secure Temp ASHT+ or
S2100+, DuraVent: DuraTech Canada or
Duratech Premium, including:
CONGRATULATIONS!
When you purchased your new fireplace, 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 fireplace.
Thank you for selecting a IHP fireplace as the answer to your home supplemental heat-
ing needs.
- Chimney lengths
- Elbows
(where necessary)
- Associated components as per these
installation instructions & instructions
provided by the venting manufacturer
•
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Decorative Door
- Required
....
(Order Separately - See
Page 27
)
•
Front Facade kit - Required
...
(Order Separately - See
Page 27
)
•
Blower
(included in the fireplace).
•
Blower Speed Control
(included)
•
Outside Air Kit
(Included w/Fireplace)
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
• Additional Equipment (optional)
- Forced Air Kit
- HeatFlo Convection Kit
OPERATING THE FIREPLACE
Fuel - USE SOLID NATURAL WOOD FUEL
ONLY. This appliance is designed to burn dry
seasoned natural wood only (see
Page 7
for a
list of prohibited fuels). Failure to burn proper
fuels only will void the certification and the
warranty of the appliance.
Hardwoods are pre-
ferred to softwoods since the energy content of
wood is relative to its density. Hardwoods will
result in a longer burning fire and less frequent
refueling. A moisture content of 15% to 20%
(seasoned) is recommended. Wood that has
been cut and split and let to dry under a cover
for a period of one year will usually meet that
criteria. The required drying time will vary
depending on the climate. Wood that is packed
tight together will take longer to dry. Seasoned
wood is darker in color than wet wood and will
have visible cracks in the grain on the ends.
Excessively wet wood will be difficult to burn
and will result in lower efficiency, increased
creosoting and deposits on the glass and in
the chimney. Excessively dry wood will burn
well but will also have higher emissions and
shorter burning time.
DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER
Attempts to achieve heat output rates that
exceed heater design specifications can result
in permanent damage to the heater.
FIRST FIRES
Before using the fireplace make sure to remove
the plastic wrapping and EPA label on plated
door. Remove any glue residue left by the
label using mild soap.
The first five or six fires should be small fires of
short duration (about 30 to 60 minutes). This
will help cure the refractory bricks. During the
first few fires of this appliance there may be
some odor and smoke due to the curing of the
paint, dust accumulation and burning off of
lubricants used in the manufacturing process.
It may set off a smoke alarm located in the same
room. For this reason the room should be well
ventilated for the first few fires.
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