Hearth and Home Technologies ST36D Finishing, Hearth Extension, = 1/k x inches of thickness

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11 Finishing

A. Non-Combustible Materials

•Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of any combination of the following:

-

Steel

-

Iron

-

Brick

-

Tile

-

Concrete

-

Slate

-

Glass

-

Plasters

•Materials reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard

Test Method for Behavior of Metals, in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750° C

B. Combustible Materials

•Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following materials:

-

Wood

-

Compressed paper

-

Plant fibers

-

Plastic

•Any material that can ignite and burn; flame proofed or not, plastered or un-plastered

C. Hearth Extension

WARNING! Risk of fire! High temperatures, sparks, embers or other burning material falling from the fireplace may ignite flooring or concealed combustible surfaces.

•Protective metal hearth strips MUST be installed.

•Hearth extensions MUST be installed exactly as specified.

Table 11.1

R = 1/k x inches of thickness

Table 11.2

•You MUST use a hearth extension with this fireplace.

•This fireplace has been tested and approved for use with a hearth extension insulated to a minimum R value of 1.03.

•The hearth extension material MUST be covered with tile, stone or other non-combustible material.

•Manufactured hearth materials will usually have a published R value (resistance to heat) or k value (conductivity of heat). Refer to the formula in Table 11.1 to convert a k value to an R value,

•Refer to Table 11.2 for hearth extension insulation alternatives.

C

AB

CAT. #

 

A

B

C

HX3

in

52

16

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

mm

1321

406

204

Figure 11.1 Hearth Extension Dimensions

Hearth Extension Insulation Alternatives-Total minimum R Value must equal 1.03

 

 

 

Minimum

 

k per inch

r per inch

thickness

Material

thick

thick

required

Hearth & Home HX3, HX4 (Micore 300™)

0.49

2.06

1/2 in.

 

 

 

 

USG Micore 160™

0.39

2.54

1/2 in.

USG Durock™ Cement Board

1.92

0.52

2 in.

Cement Mortor

5.0

0.20

5-1/8 in.

 

 

 

 

Common Brick

5.0

0.20

5-1/8 in.

Ceramic Tile

12.50

0.08

12-1/4 in.

 

 

 

 

Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus

0.46

2.18

1/2 in.

Marble

14.3-20.0

0.07-0.05

14-5/8 in. - 20-3/8 in.

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Contents Fire Risk Wood Burning FireplaceHot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns Number Listing Label Information/LocationGrate User Guide Table of ContentsInstaller Guide Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of LiabilityHeatilator ST36D 20396 Rev AA 11/08 Non-Combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Combustible MaterialsHot glass will cause burns Operating InstructionsYour Fireplace Grate Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire FirescreenOptional Components Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Clear SpaceWood Fuel Disposal of Ashes Maintainance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Creosote Formation and Need for RemovalInspect Grate Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Refractory Frequency As desiredTroubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Possible Cause SolutionGetting Started Typical Fireplace SystemNegative Pressure Design and Installation ConsiderationsDraft Locating Fireplace & Chimney Frequently open doors Central heat outlets or returnsInspect Fireplace and Components Tools and Supplies NeededFireplace System Requirements Framing & Clearances Select Fireplace LocationClearances Sidewalls/Surrounds Frame the FireplacePosition the Fireplace Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Place Protective Metal Hearth StripsFt min. from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet Install Outside Air Kit AK14/AK18 InstallationChimney Assembly Chimney Requirements MetersUsing Offsets/Returns ExampleInstall Chimney Air Kit Assemble Chimney SectionsInstall Ceiling Firestops Installing the Ceiling FirestopInstall Attic Insulation Shield Prepare Attic Insulation ShieldFollowing steps should be skipped if using a chase Complete InstallationInstall Flashing Cut out Hole in RoofChimney Termination Requirements Flat RoofsChase Installations Construct the ChaseInstall Fireplace & Chimney Install Chase TopInstall Termination Cap ST375 Square Termination CapTS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap Field Constructed Shrouds ShroudsRadiation Shield Open Top Shroud TR342 caps require radiation shieldMailbox Style Shroud radiation shield required Roofed Style Shroud radiation shield required= 1/k x inches of thickness FinishingHearth Extension Finishing Material Noncombustible FacingCombustible Mantel Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above FireplaceSquares Wood Burning Inserts AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1Fireplace Dimensions Reference MaterialsChimney Components Catalog #14-1/2 10-7/8 276 mm Service Parts ST36DContact Information

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