Hearth and Home Technologies BIR50-B owner manual Maintainance and Service, Disposal of Ashes

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3Maintainance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes

Frequency: When they reach bottom of grate

By: Homeowner

Warning! Risk of Fire! Ashes could contain hot embers.

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 4 screws & lift off top.

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Termination Cap

Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning

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Contents Fire Risk Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burnsHeatilator Birmingham BIR50-B 4059-682C 8/12 Listing Label Information/LocationGrate NumberUser Guide Table of ContentsInstaller Guide Limited Lifetime Warranty WarrantyWarranty Conditions Combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Non-combustible MaterialsYour Fireplace Operating InstructionsFirescreen Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire GrateClear Space Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Optional ComponentsHardwood vs Softwood Wood FuelDisposal of Ashes Maintainance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Frequency As desired Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Molded Brick Panel Inspect GrateStart Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting GuideTypical Fireplace System Getting StartedNegative Pressure Design and Installation ConsiderationsDraft Windward Locating your Fireplace & ChimneyTypical Fireplace Components Tools and Supplies Needed Inspect Fireplace and ComponentsModel # Framing & ClearancesSelect Fireplace Location Air Space Clearances ClearancesFrame the Fireplace Sidewalls/SurroundsPlace Protective Metal Hearth Strips Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Position the FireplaceYES Install Outside Air KitChimney Requirements Chimney AssemblyEffective Cut Roof Opening Installation NotesInstall Firestop Frame OpeningsAssemble Chimney Sections Using Offsets/ReturnsSupplementary Support & Stabilizer Offset Elbow InstallationAttach Flashing Install Attic Insulation ShieldInstall Roof Radiation Shields Field-Constructed Chase Top Flashing Finish Top Flat Roofs Chimney Termination RequirementsConstruct the Chase Chase InstallationsShroud Requirements ShroudsHouse Style Shroud House Style Shroud Minimum DimensionsPyramid Style Shroud Arch / Mailbox Style ShroudInstall Side Molded Brick Panel-Traditional Installation of Molded Brick PanelInstall Hearth Molded Brick Panel Install Back Molded Brick Panel-TraditionalInstall Side Molded Brick Panel-Herring- bone Install Back Molded Brick Panel-Herring- boneInstall Mortar Optional Install Screens= 1/k x inches of thickness FinishingHearth Extension Raised Hearth Extension Framing Decorative Facing Finishing MaterialStandoffs Combustible MantelFlush Front Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1 AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Wood Burning InsertsReference Materials Fireplace DimensionsRequired/shipped separately Chimney Components50 in. Woodburning Fireplace Service PartsStocked At DepotHerringbone Refractory Traditional RefractoryTraditional Refractory This page intentionally left blank Contact Information

BIR50-B specifications

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