Hearth and Home Technologies NorthStar-BK, NorthStar-GT Diagnostics and Problem Solving

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C. Diagnostics and Problem Solving

1. If I can’t get a good fire going, what am I doing wrong?

Diagnostic Question

 

Possible Causes of Condition

 

Solutions

Are the air controls open?

No draft

Open air controls

 

No combustion air

 

 

Is there enough paper?

Insufficient heat to ignite kindling

Use more paper

Is there enough kindling?

Insufficient heat to ignite fuel

Use drier kindling

Is the kindling dry?

 

 

 

 

Is there enough or too much wood?

• Insufficient heat to establish draft

Use small split wood that is well sea-

Is it too large?

Insufficient air passage

soned (split, covered on top minimum 6

Is it dry enough?

Insufficient surface area

months, preferably a year)

 

• Ignition temperature high due to

 

 

 

 

moisture

 

 

 

 

 

Are there adequate air spaces

Insufficient combustion air and

Arrange kindling and wood for air move-

between fuel pieces?

exposed surface area

ment

Is the chimney pre-warmed?

Exposed, cold chimney downdrafting

Use lighted rolled newspaper at flue

 

 

 

opening to start upward air movement

Is there smoke in the house?

Obstruction in chimney

• Have chimney checked if it worked

 

• Downdraft from chimney tem-

 

previously

 

 

perature or from negative house

Pre-warm chimney

 

 

pressure

• Shut off exhaust devices

 

 

 

Open window slightly

Does the kindling wood not ignite?

Condition, amount, arrangement of

Use more, drier, well-spaced kindling

 

kindling and fuel

and fuel.

Does the kindling ignite, but the fuel

Amount of kindling

Use more kindling

doesn’t?

Condition of fuel

• Use smaller, dry wood

Does the fuel ignite, but not burn well?

Draft problem

• Use well-seasoned wood and suf-

 

Condition of fuel

 

ficient amount

 

 

 

• Turn exhaust fans off

 

 

 

Open window slightly

2. I smell smoke in the house after we have had a fire. What is the cause/what can I do?

Diagnostic Question

Possible Causes of Condition

Solutions

Is the chimney clean?

No: Creosote odor

Have chimney cleaned

3. I smell smoke in the house during operation. What is causing it?

Diagnostic Question

 

Possible Causes of Condition

 

Solutions

Do fires start and burn well?

No:

No:

 

Chimney obstruction

• Check & clean chimney if needed

 

• Not enough kindling and/or fuel to

• Use adequate kindling & fuel

 

 

establish draft

Open air controls

 

Inadequate combustion air

Open window

 

• Air controls not open

• Check for need for balanced air

 

 

 

 

make-up (Outside Air)

 

Yes:

• Check door rope for seal.

 

 

Competition with exhaust devices

Yes:

 

 

 

• Do not use exhaust fans during

 

 

 

 

startup

 

 

 

• Check for need for balanced air

 

 

 

 

make-up (Outside Air)

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Heat & Glo • NorthStar EPA Fireplace • 480-1081C

September 1, 2008

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Contents Fire Risk Installation and OperationHot glass will cause burns 007 Serial No Model Name Test Lab Report No Manufactured DateTable of Contents Mobile Home Approved Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Glass Specifications BTU & Efficiency SpecificationsDesign and Installation Considerations Getting StartedNegative Pressure Asphyxiation RiskSeptember 1 Heat & Glo NorthStar EPA Fireplace 480-1081C Typical Fireplace System Typical Fireplace SystemFire Risk Explosion Risk Tools and Supplies NeededInspect Fireplace and Components Model #NorthStar Framing and ClearancesSelecting Fireplace Location Clearances Clearances to Combustible MaterialsFrame the Fireplace Minimum Clearances to CombustiblesOptional Framing Construction / Reduced Mantel Height Non-Combustible MaterialsElectrical Access and Wiring Diagram SuggestionsConstruct the Chase MaterialsInstallation of Fireplace Install the Outside Air KitFire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Risk of Smoke SpillageHandle Left Closed Handle Right OpenPlace the Protective Metal Hearth Strips Secure the FireplacePosition the Fireplace Level the Fireplace Position the Protective Metal Hearth StripsChimney Assembly Chimney Requirements Chimney Termination RequirementsUsing Offsets/Returns ExampleAssembling Chimney Sections for the SL- 300 Series Installing CAK4A and Flex PipeAssemble the Chimney Sections Install the Ceiling Firestops Installing Flex PipeSecure the Chimney Install the Attic Insulation ShieldDouble-check the Chimney Assembly Complete the Enclosure Chimney Termination 2-10-3 RuleChimney Termination Requirements See Figures 25.1 Slanted RoofsInstall the Roof Flashing Install the Chimney Air Kit required in CanadaMark the Exit Point of the Roof Cut Out the Hole in the RoofSL-300 Series Ceiling/Roof Thimble Consult local codes for framing detailsChase Top Framing Install the Termination CapChase Top ‑1/2 in mm below the chase top. See Figure Accessories Fan ReplacementBaffle Removal and Installation Door and Door GasketHeat Zone Kit Minimum Clearance to CombustiblesRun Length Cut Pipe Ft 6-12m 20 ft 3 6m 10 ft 1 3m No cut needed4 wall Timer Assembly Replacement Timer AssemblyRemove & Replace Timer Exploded View of Entire Assembly for Point of Reference only Calculating Alternate Floor Protection Material FinishingHearth Extension Model # NorthStar Positioning the Protective Metal Hearth StripsFascia Outer Tile or Marble Combustible Can Flange Floor Position the Hearth Extension Finishing Material Non-Combustible Facing Material Installation Risk of FireMantel Specifications MantelSymptoms of Over-Firing Operating InstructionsOver-Firing Your Appliance General InformationOutside Air Keep open during useClear Space Near the Fireplace FirescreenGlass Doors Fan OperationSeasoning Moisture contentWood Fuel Hardwood vs. Softwood Storing Wood Starting a FireFire Risk Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement Incorrect PositionsBurning Process Automatic Combustion Control ACCBurning Guidelines Burn RatesOpacity Burn Rate BTU / Hr Slide Air ControlFire Safety Chimney FireDraft Problems TroubleshootingUnderstanding Vent Problems Factory-built Fireplaces Troubleshooting Diagnostics and Problem Solving Diagnostic Question Possible Causes of Condition SolutionsDon’t get enough/any heat. What can I do about it? Maintenance and Servicing the Fireplace General MaintenanceClean Creosote Chimney CleaningGlass Replacement Glass CleaningDisposal of Ashes Fire Risk Injury RiskFirebrick Replacement Inspect Maintenance Tasks Care and Cleaning of Plated SurfacesMaintenance Task List Service And Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of ServiceNorthStar Fireplace DimensionsReference Materials Chimney Components 15-3/4 Parts Diagram NorthStar Fireplace DiagramService Parts and Accessories NorthStar FPService Parts Alpabetical Order Description Comments Serial Number Date Stocked DepotAccessories Warranty Policy Hearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of LiabilityHearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty Cont’d NorthStar EPA Certified Woodburning FireplaceContact Information Dealer Telephone

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