Vermont Casting EWF36 Installation Instructions, Installating Outside Air Kit

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Nail Top Stand- offs

Nail Side

Nailing

Flanges

FP1197

Fig. 12 Fasten fireplace in position.

Vermont Castings EWF36A

Installation Instructions

Determine the location of the fireplace as described in the fireplace Installation Manual. Then plan location of the duct termination and the route of the duct run between the fireplace and the duct termination.

Duct run must be limited to a maximum distance of 40 feet from the fireplace pipe collar to duct termination. This will provide the least restriction to air flow. No more than four (4) 90° elbows can be used. Duct run may be horizontal, vertical, inclined or any combination of these. Vertical duct runs must be at least three (3) feet below the fireplace chimney flue exit. (Fig. 13) You are now ready to install the AK-MST Outside Air Kit.

Installating Outside Air Kit

An outside air kit may be installed on the EWF36A. If desired, or if local codes mandate the use of an air kit, then two (2) AK-MSTs are required to complete the installation (from air kit to the outdoors). If the outside air kits are to be used, the AK-MSTs MUST be installed BEFORE the fireplace is enclosed.

NOTE: Air duct assemblies must be installed in con- junction with the AK-MST or cold air will enter the home. (Fig. 14)

Duct Termination Must be More Than 3’ Below Chimney

Duct Termi- nation

40’ Max.

Duct Run

Attic

Ceiling

NOTE: Four (4) inch Class 1 air duct, material or metal duct (not supplied) may be used with AK-MST. (For installation in New York State, only aluminum, non- combustible flexible or type “O” metal ducting is permissible.)

Installation Precautions

The duct termination should be located so it is exposed to an out-of-doors opening at least 100 square inches. If the duct termination must be located in a crawl space or basement, be sure the termination area has 100 square inches of ventilation opening to outside air.

The duct termination must be located so it does not compete for air flow with exhaust fans, gas vent hoods or other air consuming devices or appliances. It must not be obstructed by rafters, insulation materials or other obstructions. The less restrictive the air supply, the better the AK-MST will perform.

It is a good practice to protect your hands and eyes during installation by wearing work gloves and safety glasses.

CAUTION: Do not install termination into a garage or other area that could contain flammable liquids or fumes, or into an attic space.

Duct

Soffit Termination

Exterior Wall

 

 

40’ Max. Duct Run

Rain Cap

 

Duct Termina-

 

tion

Duct

 

Exterior Wall Termination

FP1060

Fig. 13 Typical installations.

1.Remove and discard the outside air cover plate located at the center of both sides of the fireplace. Use care not to rub against the sharp edges of this opening to avoid cuts. Remove the four (4) screws

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Contents EWF36A Introduction Table of ContentsDrafts Safety InformationPrecautions DescriptionEWF36A Woodburning Fireplace SpecificationsFireplace and chase parts identification Chase InstallationChimney Requirements Offset Installations Ten Foot Rule Planning InformationMounting the Fireplace Planning the Chimney Run Insulating Fireplace Enclosure for Cold Climates Installation Chimney Supports EB1 Receptacle Hookup Straight-Up Chimney InstallationOffset Installation FramingFraming the Ceiling Hole Positioning, Safety Strips Securing the FireplaceCeiling Chimney Hole Possible Obstructions Cutting the HoleInstallation Precautions Installation InstructionsInstallating Outside Air Kit AK-MST Outside Air Kit is now installed and ready for use Installing the Chimney SystemCanadian Requirements For Insulation Shield Installing the Firestop Spacer Ceiling HoleProper Firestop Spacer Installation Continue Installing Pipe to Complete RunPenetrating the Roof Install Remainder of Chimney SectionsInstall Top Housing or Termination Installing Chimney in a ChaseSide Wall Protection Finish WallMantels Examples of wall shield insulation Hearth InstallationMinimum Wall Clearances Primary Air Control OperationAttach Handles EWF36A ControlsBurn Only High-Quality Wood Use the Air Control Settings That Work Best for YouFan Glass DoorsSpecial Tactics for Cold-Climate Heating Starting and Maintaining a Wood FireReloading and Reviving a Wood Fire Remove and Store Ash Safely Maintenance Inspecting the Combustor When to Suspect a Combustor ProblemRemoving, Cleaning or Replacing the Combustor How to Replace GasketsReplace Damaged Door Glass Immediately Clean Chimney System is Safer and Works BetterChimney System Replacing the Door GasketsFireplace Daily Maintenance ScheduleYearly Spring Cleaning TCS8A Chimney ComponentsEWF36A Fireplace EWF36A Fireplace Screen Kit Optional AccessoriesFan Kit Trim KitsVermont Castings EWF36A Warranty CFM Corporation
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