Hearth and Home Technologies BIR42 owner manual Wood Fuel, Hardwood vs Softwood

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M. Wood Fuel

Hardwood vs Softwood

Your fireplace performance depends on the quality of the firewood you use.

Seasoned wood contains about 8,000 BTUs per pound .

Hard woods are more dense than soft woods.

Hard woods contain 60% more BTUs than soft woods.

Hard woods require more time to season, burn slower and are harder to ignite.

Soft woods require less time to dry, burn faster and are easier to ignite.

Start the fire with soft wood to bring the fireplace up to operating temperature and to establish draft.

Add hard wood for slow, even heat and longer burn time.

Soft woods

Hard woods

Douglas Fir

Oak

Pine

Maple

Spruce

Apple

Cedar

Birch

Poplar

 

 

Aspen

 

 

Alder

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moisture

WARNING! Risk of Fire!

DO NOT burn wet or green wood.

Wet, unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of creosote.

The majority of the problems fireplace owners experience are caused by trying to burn wet, unseasoned wood.

Wet, unseasoned wood requires energy to evaporate the water instead of heating your home, and

Evaporating moisture cools your chimney, accelerating formation of creosote.

Seasoned Wood

Cut logs to size

Split to 6 in. (152 mm) or less

Air dry to a moisture content of around 20%

-Soft wood - about nine months

-Hard wood - about eighteen months

NOTICE: Seasoning time may vary depending on drying conditions.

Storing Wood

Steps to ensure properly seasoned wood:

Stack wood to allow air to circulate freely around and through woodpile.

Elevate wood pile off ground to allow air circulation underneath.

Smaller pieces of wood dry faster. Any piece over 6 in. (152 mm) in diameter should be split.

Wood (whole or split) should be stacked so both ends of each peice are exposed to air. More drying occurs through the cut ends than the sides.

Store wood under cover to prevent water absorbtion from rain or snow. Avoid covering the sides and ends completely.

WARNING! Fire Risk! DO NOT store wood:

in front of the fireplace.

in space required for loading or ash removal.

Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs

Manufactured firelogs may be used with this fireplace. Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of UL Classified processed fuel firelogs. Follow the manufac- turer’s lighting and safety instructions.

Using firelogs may require more frequent chimney inspec- tion and cleaning.

Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for the application in manufactured fireplaces and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use.

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Heatilator • Birmingham BIR42 • 4059-308 Rev F • 11/08

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Contents Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns Fire RiskGrate Listing Label Information/LocationNumber Table of Contents Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of LiabilityHeatilator Birmingham BIR42 4059-308 F 11/08 Non-Combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Combustible MaterialsOperating Instructions Your FireplaceGrate Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire FirescreenOptional Components Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Clear SpaceWood Fuel Hardwood vs SoftwoodChimney Inspection/Cleaning Maintainance and ServiceDisposal of Ashes Inspect Grate Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Molded Brick Panel Frequency As desiredTroubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Possible Cause SolutionGetting Started Typical Fireplace SystemDraft Design and Installation ConsiderationsNegative Pressure Locating your Fireplace & Chimney Recommended Chimney LocationsInspect Fireplace and Components Tools and Supplies NeededTypical Fireplace Components Framing & Clearances Select Fireplace LocationClearances Air Space ClearancesSidewalls/Surrounds Frame the FireplacePosition the Fireplace Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Place Protective Metal Hearth StripsYES Install Outside Air Kit Outside Air InstallationChimney Assembly Chimney Requirements Height of Chimney ComponentsUsing Offsets/Returns ExampleAssemble Chimney Sections Assembling Chimney SectionsInstall Ceiling Firestops Installing the Ceiling FirestopInstall Attic Insulation Shield Prepare Attic Insulation ShieldInstall Flashing Complete InstallationCut Out Hole in Roof Chimney Termination Requirements Flat RoofsChase Installations Construct the ChaseInstall Fireplace & Chimney Install Chase TopInstall Termination Cap ST1175 Square Termination CapTCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Radiation Shield ShroudsField Constructed Shrouds Mailbox Style Shroud radiation shield required Install 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 Install ScreensHearth Extension Finishing= 1/k x inches of thickness Equivalent insulation NoncombustibleFraming Material Finishing MaterialsNon-combustible Sealant Finishing Material Noncombustible FacingCombustible Mantel Mantel, Adding Extra Support 14 Secure to FramingBrick Front Wood Burning Inserts AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1Fireplace Dimensions Reference MaterialsID6 Insulated Duct .4 mm i.d 1067 mm UD6 Uninsulated Duct Chimney Components Catalog #15-1/4 387 mm 31-3/4 806 mm 34-5/8 879 mm CT56 Chase Top Service PartsContact Information