Heat & Glo LifeStyle EM-415 Finishing, A. Non-CombustibleMaterials, B. Combustible Materials

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11 Finishing

11 Finishing

A. Non-Combustible Materials

Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of any combination of the following:

-

Steel

-

Iron

-

Brick

-

Tile

-

Concrete

-

Slate

-

Glass

-

Plasters

Materials reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard

Test Method for Behavior of Metals, in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750° C

B. Combustible Materials

Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following materials:

-

Wood

-

Compressed paper

-

Plant fibers

-

Plastic

Any material that can ignite and burn; flame proofed or not, plastered or un-plastered

C. Hearth Extension

WARNING! Risk of fire! High temperatures, sparks, embers or other burning material falling from the fireplace may ignite flooring or concealed combustible surfaces.

Protective metal hearth strips MUST be installed (Section 7.C.).

Hearth extensions MUST be installed exactly as specified.

Table 11.1

R = 1/k x inches of thickness

Table 11.2

You MUST use a hearth extension with this fireplace.

This fireplace has been tested and approved for use with a hearth extension insulated to a minimum R value of 1.03.

The hearth extension material MUST be covered with tile, stone or other non-combustible material.

Manufactured hearth materials will usually have a published R value (resistance to heat) or k value (conductivity of heat). Refer to the formula in Table 11.1 to convert a k value to an R value,

Refer to Table 11.2 for hearth extension insulation alternatives.

A. Non-Combustible Materials C

A

C

D

Hearth Extension Dimensions

Model #

 

A

B

C

EM-415

in.

52

16

8

(HX3)

mm

1321

406

203

EM-485

in.

66

20

8

(HX4)

mm

1676

508

203

Figure 11.1 Hearth Extension Dimensions

Hearth Extension Insulation Alternatives-Total minimum R Value must equal 1.03

 

 

 

Minimum

 

k per inch

r per inch

thickness

Material

thick

thick

required

Hearth & Home HX3, HX4 (Micore 300™)

0.49

2.06

1/2 in.

 

 

 

 

USG Micore 160™

0.39

2.54

1/2 in.

USG Durock™ Cement Board

1.92

0.52

2 in.

Cement Mortor

5.0

0.20

5-1/8 in.

 

 

 

 

Common Brick

5.0

0.20

5-1/8 in.

Ceramic Tile

12.50

0.08

12-1/4 in.

 

 

 

 

Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus

0.46

2.18

1/2 in.

Marble

14.3-20.0

0.07-0.05

14-5/8 in. - 20-3/8 in.

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Contents Models EM-415, EM-415H,36” EM-485T, EM-485TH,42” Wood Burning FireplaceCirculating Homeowner Reference Information CongratulationsListing Label Information/Location FIREPLACE NOInstaller Guide Table of ContentsSafety Alert Key User GuideWARRANTY FOR HEAT & GLO FIREPLACES A. Appliance Certification 1 Listing and Code ApprovalsB. Non-CombustibleMaterials C. Combustible Materials2 Operating Instructions User GuideA. Your Fireplace Hot glass will cause burnsC. Starting a Fire B. Seasoned WoodD. Grate E. FirescreenK. Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters H. Glass DoorsL. Optional Components M. Clear SpaceHardwood vs Softwood N. Wood FuelMoisture Seasoned WoodB. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning 3 Maintainance and ServiceA. Disposal of Ashes Creosote - Formation and Need for RemovalC. Check Firebox Refractory E. Glass CleaningD. Inspect Grate Frequency As desiredStart Fire Problems 4 Troubleshooting GuideSolution Possible Cause5 Getting Started Installer GuideA. Typical Fireplace System Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scaleC. Draft B. Design and Installation ConsiderationsD. Negative Pressure E. Locating Fireplace & Chimney G. Typical Fireplace System F. Tools and Supplies NeededH. Inspect Fireplace and Components A. Select Fireplace Location 6 Framing & ClearancesB. Clearances D. Frame the Fireplace C. Sidewalls/Surrounds2 in. 51 mm min. air space clearance from chimney C A BA. Things to Consider 7 Installation of FireplaceB. Position the Fireplace C. Place Protective Metal Hearth Stripsnot shown, but required Note Chimney air kitin Canada F. Junction Box Installation E. Install Outside Air KitBend this tab down G. Installation of FanBend this half tab 90 degrees down 90 degrees 8 Chimney Assembly A. Chimney Requirements B. Using Offsets/Returns E. Installing Ceiling Firestops D. Install Chimney Air KitC. Assembling Chimney Sections F. Installing Attic Insulation Shield I. Install Flashing H. Complete InstallationG. Cut out Hole in Roof WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST maintain 2 inJ. Chimney Termination Requirements A. Construct the Chase 9 Chase InstallationsC. Install Chase Top B. Install Fireplace & ChimneyRefer to termination cap instructions D. Install Termination CapTR344 Round Termination Cap TR342 Round Telescoping Termination CapEuropean Copper Series Termination Cap TS345/TS345P Square Termination CapTCT375 Terra Cotta Cap A. Radiation Shield 10 ShroudsB. Field Constructed Shrouds Roofed Style Shroud radiation shield required Mailbox Style Shroud radiation shield requiredA. Non-CombustibleMaterials 11 FinishingB. Combustible Materials C. Hearth ExtensionWARNING! Risk of Fire D. Finishing MaterialF. Sidewalls/Surrounds E. Combustible Mantel10 3/4 in 273 mm 4in 102 mm 9 3/4 in 248 mmC. Install Fan 12 AccessoriesA. Gas Log/Lighter Provision B. Wood Burning InsertsPage Catalog # B. Fireplace ComponentsDescription Catalog #66 in 1676 mm 20 in 508 mm B. Fireplace Components continued1/2 in 13 mm Catalog # C. Chimney Components368 mm 14-1/2inCatalog # 10-7/8in 276 mm 2 in. 51 mmCatalog # European Copper Caps EM-415SERIES Service PartsD. Service Parts Service Parts ListService Parts EM-485SERIESService Parts List Beginning Manufacturing Date N/AThis page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL E. Contact InformationDO DISCARDNOT