Hearth and Home Technologies EM-415 - 36 Finishing, Hearth Extension, = 1/k x inches of thickness

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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.

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 Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns Wood Burning FireplaceOperation Fire RiskNumber Listing Label Information/LocationGrate Safety Alert Key Table of ContentsInstaller Guide User Guide¨ Hearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of LiabilityHeat & Glo EM-415, EM-485 33056 Rev W 10/08 Non-Combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Combustible MaterialsHot glass will cause burns Operating InstructionsYour Fireplace Grate Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire FirescreenOptional Components Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Clear SpaceWood Fuel Hardwood vs SoftwoodDisposal of Ashes Maintainance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Inspect Grate Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Refractory Frequency As desiredTroubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Possible Cause SolutionGetting Started Typical Fireplace SystemNegative Pressure Design and Installation ConsiderationsDraft Locating Fireplace & Chimney Frequently open doors Central heat outlets or returnsTools and Supplies Needed Inspect Fireplace and ComponentsFraming & Clearances Fireplace Dimensions .A 1219 mm MinimumMm all configurations Select Fireplace LocationClearances Clearances to Combustible MaterialsSidewalls/Surrounds Frame the FireplacePosition the Fireplace Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Place Protective Metal Hearth StripsFt min. from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet Hood Wire Ties Install Outside Air KitJunction Box Installation Secure flex duct with metal tape, screws or wire tiesInstallation of Fan Prepare Junction Box BracketChimney Assembly Maintain minimum height of chimney above roofChimney Requirements Height of Chimney ComponentsUsing Offsets/Returns ExampleAssembling Chimney Sections Install Chimney Air KitInstalling Ceiling Firestops Installing Attic Insulation Shield Prepare Attic Insulation ShieldCut out Hole in Roof Complete InstallationInstall Flashing Chimney Termination Requirements Flat RoofsGas line holes and other openings should be caulked with Chase InstallationsConstruct the Chase Chase should be constructed in the manner of allInstall Fireplace & Chimney Install Chase TopInstall Termination Cap ST375 Square Termination CapTCT375 Terra Cotta Cap TS345/TS345P Square Termination CapEuropean Copper Series Termination Cap Radiation Shield Some shrouds require a radiation shield. Use where specifiedShrouds Field Constructed ShroudsMailbox Style Shroud radiation shield required = 1/k x inches of thickness FinishingHearth Extension Finishing Material Noncombustible FacingCombustible Mantel 305 mmGas Log/Lighter Provision AccessoriesInstall Fan Wood Burning InsertsOutside 23-3/8 92 mmGas Knockout Air 594 mmFireplace Components Catalog # Description1676 mm 508 mm 13 mmChimney Components Catalog #305 mm 27-3/8 24-5/8 695 mm 625 mm Effective Outside Height Diameter 10-1/2 121 mm 267 mm10-1/2 267 mm 305 mm 24-5/8 625 mm 787 mmTR-TVK CT-3A 10-7/8 276 mm Service Parts EM-415EM-485T This page intentionally left blank Do not Discard this Manual

EM-485T - 42, EM-415 - 36 specifications

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