Handle Assembly

Floor protector’s come with various types of

HANDLE CRANK

An outside air source may

specifications. To convert a floor protector’s specification

be connected directly to this

(ATTACHED TO STOVE)

to an R-value, do one of the following:

stove using an optional

∙ If the R-value is given, use that value—no

outside air kit. The

conversion is needed.

WOOD HANDLE

advantage of providing

∙ If a k-factor is given with a required thickness

outside air directly to the

(T) in inches, use this formula: R-value = 1/k x T

stove is that the air used by

∙ If a C-factor is given, use the formula: R-value =

the stove for combustion is

1/C

WASHER

taken from outside of the

To determine the R-value of the proposed alternate floor

residence rather than from

protector:

within the room where the

∙ Use either the k-factor or the C-factor formula

stove is located. With

outside air supplied directly

explained above to convert specifications not

BOLT

to the stove, drafts within

expressed as R-values.

the room and air infiltration

∙ For multiple layers of floor protectors, simply

within the building are

add the R-values of each layer to determine the

reduced. Use of the outside

overall R-value of the layers.

air kit may also improve

If the overall R-value of your setup is greater than the

stove performance in a particularly airtight house.

R-value of the specified floor protector, then your setup is

acceptable.

The outside air kit for this stove allows for the direct

Noncombustible Material

Thickness

R-value

connection of the stove's air intake to a minimum 3" (76

Gypsum or plaster board1

1/2″

0.45

mm) diameter duct (supplied by others) which leads to the

outside of the house. When considering placement of the

Wallboard, Wonderboard, or

0.20

Durock1

/2″

duct from the outside of the house to the hearth, keep in

mind the need to avoid structural members of the house.

Ceramic board (Fiberfrax or Micor)1

1/2″

1.10

The outside air kit will attach to the back of the stove.

Nominal solid clay brick1

1″

0.20

The termination of the duct on the outside wall of the

Ceramic wall or floor tile1

1/4″

0.01

stove should be located in such a manner so as to preclude

Mineral wool insulation2

1″

3.12

the possibility of obstruction by snow, leaves or other

Cement mortar2

1″

0.20

material and should be screened against animals and

insects. The termination should be screened using

Horizontal still air2 *

1/8″

0.92

¼” x ¼” mesh rodent screen and be covered with a

rain/wind proof hood (flex pipe, outside termination,

mesh, and hood supplied by others) Contact your dealer

Locate the handle, bolt, and washers enclosed in the

for availability).

envelope with the owner’s manual. Place the washers on

the bolt and then push it through the handle so that the

bolt threads extend through the bottom of the handle.

Using a slotted screwdriver, turn the bolt

into the chrome latch on the door, until snug.

Mantle

Handle Operation

Front Door – when closed, the handle will

10" max.

be in the 7 o’clock position. To open the

front door, rotate the latch clockwise to

Code Compliant Masonry

Fireplace

approximately the 10 o’clock position.

or Listed ZC Fireplace

OUTSIDE AIR SUPPLY

Lental

2" max.

(Kit # 90-53400)

10-1/2"

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1	According to Intertek Testing Services, Inc.
2	According to ASHRAE Handbook of
Fundamentals 1977
	HearthStone Quality Home Heating Products Inc ®	7	Tribute Model 8040
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Stove 2" Maximum out of Fireplace - if stove is more than 2" out, refer to alcove clearances.