Hearth and Home Technologies ESCAPE-42DV owner manual Finishing Materials Requirements

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WARNING

Fire Risk.

Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and specifications listed in manual.

•Finishing material must NEVER pass the 1/2 inch metal edge around opening and overhang into glass opening.

•Only non-combustible material (using 300º F. Minimum adhesive, if needed) can be applied as facing to fireplace surround in first 4 inches from opening sides and 6 inches above the opening.

•Install combustible materials only up to specified clearances on top, front and side edges.

•Seal joints between the finished wall and appliance top and sides using only a 300º F minimum sealant.

C.Finishing Materials Requirements

Note: Optional firescreen sits out 1-1/2 inches from the face of the fireplace. When using thin finishing material, you may want to use thicker non-combustible backer board to bring the finishing material flush with the fire screen. This is not required.

•Use the two metal panels shipped with fireplace.

•Unscrew the four screws holding two panels together.

•Slide the two tapered tabs on bottom of each panel into slots of top surround.

•Secure panels with sheetmetal screws previously removed from panels.

The metal panels will cover the width of appliance and height of appliance to header board (11-1/2 inch).

•Cover entire face of appliance with non-combustible finishing material, such as brick, stone or tile. See Figures 7.2, 7.3 and 11.4.

•The finishing material must NEVER pass the 1/2 inch metal edge around the opening and overhang into the glass opening.

7-1/2 INCH MINIMUM

COMBUSTIBLE OK

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

MATERIAL

 

 

FINISH

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

WALL

 

FACING MATERIAL

 

60 in.

METAL

PANELS

 

 

43 in.

HIGH TEMPERATURE (300º F /149º C MIN.)

TOP SEAL JOINT

Figure 11.4 Non-combustible Finishing Material Requirements

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Heat & Glo • Escape-42DV • 2052-900 Rev. R • 10/08

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Contents What to do if you smell gas ModelHot glass will cause burns Congratulations Homeowner Reference InformationTable of Contents Listing and Code Approvals Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors Requirements for the Commonwealth of MassachusettsGetting Started Installation to ensure maximum safety and benefitTools and Supplies Needed Inspect Firebox Framing and Clearances Selecting Appliance LocationConstructing the Appliance Chase ClearancesMantel Projections Hearth ExtensionVent Termination Minimum Clearances Termination LocationsSee .4 for specific clearances Alcove Applications Measuring Standards Vent Information and DiagramsVent Table Key Use of ElbowsTwo Elbows Vent DiagramsTop Vent Horizontal Termination One Elbow H1+ H2Top Vent Horizontal Termination Three Elbows 12 ft V1 + V2 + H1 = 50 ft 15.2 m Max Top Vent Vertical Termination Three Elbows Ht MaxWall Penetration Framing Vent Clearances and FramingPipe Clearances to Combustibles Combustible Wall PenetrationInstalling Attic Shield Installing the Ceiling FirestopVertical Penetration Framing Appliance Preparation Removing Non-combustible Facing Mate- rial AssemblySecuring and Leveling the Appliance Installing Non-combustible Facing Material Attaching Non-combustible Facing MaterialAttaching Vent to the Firebox Assembly Installing Vent PipeAssembly of Vent Sections Assembling Pipe SectionsAssembling Minimum Installations MI Sections Assembling DVP-12A Slip SectionsSecuring the Vent Sections Vertical Sections Disassembly of Vent SectionsHorizontal Sections Installing the Horizontal Termination Cap Installing Heat Shield and Horizontal Termination CapHeat Shield Requirements for Horizontal Termination Installing Roof Flashing and Vertical Termination Cap flue of the pipe see FigureAssembling and Installing Storm Collar 17 Assembling the Storm Collar Around the PipeGas Pressures Gas InformationFuel Conversions Gas Connection Pressure Natural Gas PropaneHigh Altitude Installations Connecting to the Appliance Recommendation for WireIntellifire Ignition System Wiring Optional Accessories RequirementsDetail a PVK-80 Motor Neutral Vacuum Switch 120VAC HOT Finishing Facing MaterialFinishing Materials Requirements Non-combustible Finishing Material RequirementsAccessories Appliance SetupClean the Appliance Ember PlacementPositioning the Logs StepLOG #1 SRV750-706 Three LOG #2 SRV569-705 TwoLOG #4 SRV2012-162 LOG #3 SRV2052-701LOG #5 SRV2012-163 LOG #8 SRV2012-166 LOG #6 SRV2052-702LOG #7 SRV2012-165 Final StepRemoving Glass Assembly Glass AssemblyAir Shutter Setting Replacing Glass AssemblyOperating Instructions Before Lighting ApplianceLighting Appliance IPI Ignition Turn off all electric power to the applianceOn position. The ON/OFF switch may Final inspection byInitial Break-in Procedure Frequently Asked QuestionsAfter Appliance is Lit Intellifire Ignition System TroubleshootingSympton Possible Cause Corrective Action Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Maintenance Tasks Maintaining and Servicing ApplianceInspect Maintenance Tasks Doors, SurroundsReference Materials Appliance Dimension DiagramLocation Inches Millimeters Vent Components Diagrams DVP vent componentsDVP-TRAP RF6M RF12M Service Parts Log Set AssemblyPart number list on following Stocked Service Parts ListAt Depot IPI Valve Assembly StockedCONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of Liability Limited Lifetime Warranty Contact Information

ESCAPE-42DV specifications

Hearth and Home Technologies has established itself as a leader in the hearth industry, bringing innovation and style to homes across North America. One of their standout offerings is the ESCAPE-42DV, a versatile and efficient direct vent gas fireplace that combines modern design with cutting-edge technology.

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