Hearth and Home Technologies EL42, EL36 owner manual Maintenance and Service, Disposal of Ashes

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3Maintenance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes

Frequency: When they reach bottom of grate

By: Homeowner

Warning! Risk of Fire! Ashes could contain hot em- bers.

•Place ashes in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid.

•The closed container should be placed on a non- combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal.

•If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning

Frequency: At least twice a year during heating season or as recommended by a certified chimney sweep

By: Certified chimney sweep

Warning! Risk of Fire! Ignited creosote is extremely HOT. Prevent creosote buildup.

Refer to Figure 3.1 to remove/reinstall termination caps.

Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal

When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the rela- tively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire.

Warning! Risk of Fire! A chimney fire can permanently damage your chimney system and nearby structures.

In the event of a chimney fire, Hearth & Home Technolo- gies Inc. recommends

•replacement of the chimney, and

•inspection of the adjacent structure to the provisions of NFPA Level III inspection criteria.

The chimney shall be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine when a creosote buildup has occurred.

When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

Remove screws,

Remove 4 screws

lift top cover.

and lift top pan off.

Top Cover

 

Cap

Cap

Chimney

 

 

Slip

 

Section

TR344/TR342

ST375

Round

Square

Termination Cap

Termination Cap

1.

Remove the 4 screws.

Remove 2 screws from

2.

Remove the screen.

the front and back and

3.

Remove the baffle.

lift the top off.

Cap

 

 

Chase

 

 

 

TS345/TS345P

TCT375

 

Square

Terra Cotta

 

Termination Caps

Termination Cap

1.Remove (8) screws

2.Lift Top off

DT SERIES

Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning

Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev AD• 7/12

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Contents Fire Risk Wood Burning FireplaceHot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns Listing Label Information/Location Homeowner Reference InformationUser Guide Table of ContentsInstaller Guide Limited Lifetime Warranty Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies IncThis warranty is void if Warranty ConditionsCombustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Non-Combustible MaterialsHot glass will cause burns Operating InstructionsYour Fireplace Firescreen Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire GrateClear Space Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Optional ComponentsWood Fuel Creosote Formation and Need for Removal Maintenance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Disposal of AshesFrequency As desired Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Refractory Inspect GrateStart Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting GuideTypical Fireplace System Getting StartedNegative Pressure Design and Installation ConsiderationsDraft Recommended Chimney Locations Locating Fireplace & ChimneyInspect Fireplace and Components Tools and Supplies NeededFireplace System Requirements Select Fireplace Location Framing & ClearancesClearances to Combustible Materials ClearancesModel # Sidewalls/SurroundsFrame the Fireplace OutsidePlace Protective Metal Hearth Strips Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Position the FireplaceFt min. from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet Outside Air Installation Install Outside Air KitChimney Assembly Chimney Requirements Chimney RequirementsSL306 SL312 SL318 SL324 SL336 SL348 Using Offsets/ReturnsExample DegreeAssemble Chimney Sections Install Chimney Air KitInstalling the Ceiling Firestop Install Ceiling FirestopsPrepare Attic Insulation Shield Install Attic Insulation ShieldCut out Hole in Roof Complete InstallationInstall Flashing Following steps should be skipped if using a chaseMultiple Chimney Locations Chimney Termination RequirementsConstruct the Chase Chase InstallationsInstall Chase Top Install Fireplace & ChimneyCap Install Termination CapTS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap Open Top Shroud TR342 caps require radiation shield ShroudsRadiation Shield Field Constructed ShroudsTR342/344 Mailbox Style Shroud radiation shield requiredRoofed Style Shroud radiation shield required TS345 TR342Material Finishing= 1/k x inches of thickness Hearth Extension MinimumModel # Raised Hearth Extension FramingRaised Platform Hearth Extension-Finishing Materi- als Non-combustible SealantDecorative Facing Finishing MaterialClearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace Combustible Mantel4 in mm Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1 AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Wood Burning InsertsReference Materials Fireplace DimensionsAK24 In. HX3 Hearth Extension 13 mmMm HX4 Hearth Extension Bifold Glass Doors DM1036, DM1042Catalog # Chimney ComponentsST375 Square Termination Cap JB877 Chimney Joint BandCeiling Firestop CB876 Chimney Joint BandTS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap TCT375 Terra Cotta CapCT35 Chase Top Damper Kit Air Handle Part number list on followingAt Depot Service PartsStocked Piece Rod EL42EL42 Contact Information
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