Quadrafire Castile Pellet Insert Installation guide

Brand
Quadrafire
Model
Castile Pellet Insert
Category
Fireplaces
Type
Installation guide
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CASTILE PELLET INSERT APPLIANCE
Model(s):
CASTILEI-MBK CASTILEI-PMH
CASTILEI-CSB
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends
HHT Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals.
Installation Manual
Installation & Appliance Set-Up
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
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Tested and
Listed by
Portland
Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
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WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
re could result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Donotstoreorusegasolineorotheram-
mablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinityof
thisoranyotherappliance.
• Donotoverre-Ifapplianceorchimney
connectorglows,youareoverring.Over
ringwillvoidyourwarranty.
• Complywithallminimumclearancesto
combustiblesasspecied.Failureto
complymaycausehousere.
HOT SURFACES!
Glassandothersurfacesarehot
duringoperationANDcooldown.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• Donottouchglassuntilitiscooled
• NEVERallowchildrentotouchglass
• Keepchildrenaway
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
replace.
• Alertchildrenandadultstohazardsofhightemperatures
• High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
ammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other ammable
materialsaway.
WARNING
CAUTION
Testedandapprovedforwoodpelletsandcornpellets.
Burningofanyothertypeoffuelvoidsyourwarranty.
NOTE
ToobtainaFrenchtranslationofthismanual,pleasecontact
yourdealerorvisitwww.quadrare.com
Pourobtenirunetraductionfrançaisedecemanuel,s’ilvous
plaîtcontactervotrerevendeurouvisitezwww.quadrare.com
CAUTION
Checkbuildingcodespriortoinstallation.
• InstallationMUSTcomplywithlocal,regional,stateandna-
tionalcodesandregulations.
• Consultlocalbuilding,reofcialsorauthoritieshavingjuris-
dictionaboutrestrictions,installationinspection,andpermits.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Alert Key:
• DANGER! Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich,ifnotavoidedwillresultindeathorseriousinjury.
• WARNING!Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich,ifnotavoidedcouldresultindeathorseriousinjury.
• CAUTION! Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich,ifnotavoided,couldresultinminorormoderateinjury.
• NOTICE:Indicatespracticeswhichmaycausedamagetotheapplianceortoproperty.
1 Important Safety Information ............3
A.ApplianceCertication......................................................3
B.BTU&EfciencySpecications........................................3
C.GlassSpecications.........................................................3
D.ElectricalRating................................................................3
E.MobileHomeApproved.................................................... 3
2 Getting Started ...................................4
A
.
Design,Installation&LocationConsiderations..........................4
B.ThermostatWallControlLocation......................................5
C.ToolsAndSuppliesNeeded..............................................5
D.InspectApplianceandComponents.................................5
E.InstallChecklist..................................................................6
3 Dimensions and Clearances .............7
A.ApplianceDimensions......................................................7
B.ClearanceToCombustibles,ULandULC.........................9
C.MasonryandZeroClearanceFireplaces.........................10
D.MinimumOpeningforMasonry
andZeroClearanceFireplaces.........................................10
E.InstallationintoaFactory-BuiltFireplace..........................11
F.InstallationintoaMasonryFireplace
..................................12
G.PrefabricatedMetalChimney...........................................12
4 Vent Information ...............................13
A.VentingTerminationMinimumRequirements...................13
B.AvoidingSmokeandOdors...............................................14
C.NegativePressure............................................................15
D.Draft.................................................................................15
E.ChimneyandExhaustConnection..................................15
F.EquivalentFeetofPipe....................................................16
G.PipeSelectionChart........................................................16
H.PelletVentingCharts.........................................................17
5 Venting Systems ..............................18
A.FullRelineWithOutsideAir-Horizontal...........................18
B.FullRelineWithOutsideAir-Vertical..............................19
6 Appliance Set-Up .............................20
A.LevelingSystem...............................................................20
B.OutsideAirKitInstructions................................................20
C.DoorHandleRemoval.......................................................21
D.DoorRemoval...................................................................21
E.AdjustableHearthSupport................................................21
F.HearthSupportforStandardSurroundOnly......................22
G.Surround&TrimSet........................................................23
H.SurroundandCastTrimSet............................................24
I.OptionalLogSetPlacementInstructions............................25
J.ThermostatInstallationandOperation..............................26
7 Mobile Home Installation .................27
8 Reference Materials .........................28
9 Accessory List .................................29
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Model CastilePelletInsert-B
Laboratory OMNITestLaboratories,Inc.
Report No. 061-S-77d-6.2
Type SolidFuelRoomAppliance/PelletFuel
BurningTypeInsert
Standard ASTME1509-2004,ULCS628-93and
ULC/ORD-C1482-M1990RoomAppli-
ancePelletFuelBurningTypeand(UM)
84-HUD,MobileHomeApproved
FCC ComplieswithPart15ofFCCRules.
Operationissubjecttothefollowing
twoconditions:(1)thisdevicemaynot
causeharmfulinterference,and(2)this
devicemustacceptanyinterference
received,includinginterferencethatmay
causeundesiredoperation.
1 Important Safety Information
NOTE:Hearth&HomeTechnologies,manufacturerof
thisappliance,reservestherighttoalteritsproducts,their
specicationsand/orpricewithoutnotice.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenancecancauseinjuryorpropertydamage.
Forassistanceoradditionalinformation,consultaqualied
installer,serviceagencyoryourdealer.
Quadra-FireisaregisteredtrademarkofHearth&Home
Technologies.
• Installationanduseofanydamagedappliance.
• Modicationoftheappliance.
• Installationother than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Installationand/oruseofanycomponentpartnotapprovedby
Hearth&HomeTechnologies.
• Operatingappliancewithoutfullyassemblingallcomponents.
• Operating appliance without legs attached (if supplied with
appliance).
• DoNOTOverre-Ifapplianceorchimneyconnectorglows,
youareoverring.
Anysuchactionthatmaycausearehazard.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Hearth&HomeTechnologiesdisclaimsany
responsibilityfor,andthewarrantywillbevoided
by,thefollowingactions:
C. Glass Specications
Thisapplianceisequippedwith5mmceramicglass.
Replaceglassonlywith5mmceramicglass.Pleasecon-
tactyourdealerforreplacementglass.
D. Electrical Rating
115VAC,60Hz,Start4.1Amps,Run1.1Amps
NOTE: Somegeneratororbatteryback-upsystemsmay
notbecompatiblewiththemicro-processorelectronicson
thisappliance.Pleaseconsultthepowersupplymanufac-
turerforcompatiblesystems.
E. Mobile Home Approved
• Thisapplianceisapprovedformobilehomeinstalla-
tionswhennotinstalledinasleepingroomandwhen
anoutsidecombustionairinletisprovided.
• Thestructuralintegrityofthemobilehomeoor,ceil-
ing,andwallsmustbemaintained.
• Theappliancemustbeproperlygroundedtotheframe
of the mobile home and use only Listed pellet vent
Class“L”or“PL”connectorpipe.
• OutsideAirKit,partOAK-ACCmustbeinstalledina
mobilehomeinstallation.
NOTE: Thisinstallationmustconformwithlocalcodes.In
theabsenceoflocalcodesyoumustcomplywiththeASTM
E1509-2004, ULC S628-93, ULC/ORD-C-1482-M1990,
(UM) 84-HUD
A. Appliance Certication
B. BTU & Efciency Specications
TheQuadra-FireCastilePelletInsertmeetstheU.S.Envi-
ronmental ProtectionAgency’s emission limits for pellet
appliancessoldafterMay15,2015.
This pellet insert needs periodic inspection and repair for
properoperation.Itisagainstfederalregulationstooperate
this pellet insert in a manner inconsistent with operating
instructionsinthismanual.
EPACertication#: 940-14
EPACertiedEmissions: 1.8gramsperhour
*LHVTestedEfciency: N/A
**HHVTestedEfciency: N/A
***EPABTUOutput: 8,500to28,200/hr.
****BTUInput: 11,600to38,700/hr.
VentSize: 3or4inches,“L”or“PL”
HopperCapacity: 45lbs.
Fuel WoodPellets
*WeightedaverageLHVefciencyusingdatacollectedduring
EPAemissionstest.
**WeightedaverageHHVefciencyusingdatacollectedduring
EPAemissionstest.
***ArangeofBTUoutputsbasedonEPADefaultEfciencyand
theburnratesfromthelowandhighEPAtests.
****Based on the maximum feed rate per hour multiplied by
approximately 8600 BTU’s which is the average BTU’s froma
poundofpellets.
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Install Guide
2 Getting Started
Marginal Location:
• Below peak
Location NOT recommended:
• Not the highest point of the roof
• Wind loading possible
Multi-level Roofs
Windward
Leeward
Recommended:
Outside Air Intake
on windward side
NOT recommended:
Outside Air Intake
on leeward side
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
Recommended:
• Insulated exterior chase
in cooler climates
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
• Inside heated space
Location NOT recommended:
• Too close to tree
• Below adjacent structure
• Lower roof line
• Avoid outside wall
Marginal Location:
• Wind loading possible
Figure 4.1
A
.
Design, Installation & Location Considerations
1. Appliance Location
NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation.
• InstallationMUSTcomplywithlocal,regional,stateand
nationalcodesandregulations.
• Consultinsurance carrier, local building inspector, re
ofcialsorauthoritieshavingjurisdictionoverrestrictions,
installationinspectionandpermits.
Itisagoodideatoplanyourinstallationonpaper,usingexact
measurements for clearances and oor protection, before
actuallybeginningtheinstallation.Locationoftheappliance
andchimneywillaffectperformance.
Considerationmustbegivento:
• Safety,convenience,trafcow
• Placementofthechimneyandchimneyconnectorandto
minimizetheuseofchimneyoffsets.
• Placetheappliancewheretherewillbeaclearpassage
foraListedchimneythroughtheceilingandroof(vertical)
orthroughexteriorwall(horizontal).
• Installingtherequiredoutsideairkitwillaffectthelocation
oftheventtermination.
Whenlocatingventandventingtermination,theidealloca-
tionistoventaboverooflinewhenpossible.Thisminimizes
theaffectsofwindloading.
Since pellet exhaust can contain ash,soot orsparks, you
mustconsiderthelocationof:
• Windows
• AirIntakes
• AirConditioner
• Overhang,softs,porchroofs,adjacentwalls
• Landscaping,vegetation
• Horizontalorverticalventtermination
2. Floor Support
The supporting oor under the appliance must be able to
handletheweightoftheappliance,fuelloadandtheweight
ofthechimney.
Ensure that your oor will support these weights prior to
installation. Add sufcient additional support to meet this
weightrequirement prior to installation. Theweight of the
applianceis252lbs.
CAUTION
Ifburningshelledeldcorn,youmustuseapprovedventingspecif-
icallydesignedforcorntopreventcorrosionordegradation.Follow
theinstructionsfromtheventingmanufacturer.
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•Installationanduseofanydamagedappliance.
•Modicationoftheappliance.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Installationand/oruseofanycomponentpartnotapproved
byHearth&HomeTechnologies.
• Operatingappliancewithoutfullyassemblingallcomponents.
• Operatingappliance withoutlegsattached (ifsupplied with
appliance).
• DoNOTOverre
Or any such action that may cause a re hazard.
WARNING
Hearth&HomeTechnologiesdisclaimsany
responsibilityfor,andthewarrantywillbevoidedby,
thefollowingactions:
ReciprocatingSaw ChannelLocks
Hammer PhillipsScrewdriver
TapeMeasure PlumbLine
1/4”Self-TappingScrews FramingMaterial
Hi-tempCaulkingMaterial Gloves
SafetyGlasses FramingSquare
ElectricDrill&Bits(1/4”) Level
Mayalsoneed:
VentSupportStraps VentingPaint
Tools and building supplies normally required
for installation, unless installing into an existing
masonry replace:
C. Tools And Supplies Needed
B. Thermostat Wall Control Location
The thermostatwallcontrol’slocationwillhavesomeaffect
on the appliance’soperation.
• Maximumwirelengthfromapplianceis100feet(30.48m)
continuousnon-splicedwire.Recommended20gauge
wire,solidcopper.
• When located close to the appliance, it may require a
slightlyhighertemperaturesettingtokeeptherestofthe
housecomfortable.
• Whenlocatedinanadjacentroomoronadifferentoor
level,youwillnoticehighertemperatures near the appli-
ance.
D. Inspect Appliance and Components
• Opentheapplianceandremoveallthepartsandarticles
packedinsidetheComponentPack.Inspectalltheparts
andglassforshippingdamage.
• Reporttoyourdealeranypartsdamagedinshipment.
•
Alllabelshavebeenremovedfromtheglassdoor.
•
Platedsurfaceshavebeenwipedcleanwithasoftcloth,
ifapplicable.
• Read all the instructions before starting the installation.
Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benet.
• Follow pipe manufacturer instructions for installation
and air clearance requirements.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Damagedpartscouldimpairsafeoperation.DoNOT
install damaged, incomplete or substitute compo-
nents.
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E. Install Checklist
Appliance Install
Appliance is leveled and connector is secured to appliance.
Hearth extension size/height decided.
Outside air kit installed.
Floor protection requirements have been met.
If appliance is connected to a masonry chimney, it should be cleaned and
inspected by a professional. If installed to a factory built metal chimney, the
chimney must be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and
clearances.
Chimney
Chimney installed, locked and secured in place with proper clearance.
Chimney meets recommended height requirements (14-16 feet).
Terminations installed and sealed.
Clearances
Combustible materials not installed in non-combustible areas.
Mantels and wall projections comply with installation manual requirements.
Protective hearth strips and hearth extension installed per manual requirements.
Appliance Setup
All packaging and protective materials removed.
All labels have been removed from the door.
All packaging materials are removed from inside/under the appliance.
Manual bag and all of its contents are removed from inside/under the appliance
and given to the party responsible for use and operation.
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
Follow this Standard Work Checklist
This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjunction with, not instead of, the instructions contained in this installation manual.
Customer: __________________________________________________________________________
Date Installed: __________________________________________________________________________
Lot/Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Location of Appliance: ______________________________________________________________
Installer: __________________________________________________________________________
Dealer/ Distributor Phone #: ______________________________________________________________
Serial #: __________________________________________________________________________
Model : __________________________________________________________________________
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion!
Hearth & Home Technologies recommends the following:
• That this checklist remain visible at all times on the appliance until the installation is complete.
Comments: Further description of the issues, who is responsible (Installer/Builder/Other Trades, etc.) and corrective action needed:
Comments communicated to party responsible by on
(Builder/Gen. Contractor) (Installer) (Date)
YES IF NO, WHY?
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Figure 7.2- Front View with Small Surround and Cast
Panel Set
Figure 7.1 - Top View with Cast Panel Set
27-3/4 in (706mm)27-3/4 in (706mm)
23-3/8 in (594mm)
23-3/8 in (594mm)
12-7/8 in
(328mm)
12-7/8 in
(328mm)
10-7/8 in
(278mm)
10-7/8 in
(278mm)
32-3/8 in (822mm)
32-3/8 in (822mm)
8 in
(203mm)
8 in
(203mm)
10-3/8 in
(264mm)
9-1/2 in
(240)
9-1/2 in
(240)
16 in (407)
16 in (407)
42-1/2 in (1080)
42-1/2 in (1080)
30 in
(761)
30 in
(761)
27-7/8 in (708mm)27-7/8 in (708mm)
23-3/8 in (594mm)
23-3/8 in (594mm)
13-1/8 in
(333mm)
13-1/8 in
(333mm)
11 in
(280mm)
11 in
(280mm)
32-3/8 in (822mm)
32-3/8 in (822mm)
10-1/4 in
(262mm)
10-1/4 in
(262mm)
8 in
(203mm)
8 in
(203mm)
Figure 7.3 - Top View with Small Surround Panel Set
Figure 7.4- Front View with Small Surround Panel Set
3 Dimensions and Clearances
A. Appliance Dimensions
9-1/2 in
(240mm)
9-1/2 in
(240mm)
16 in (407mm)
16 in (407mm)
43 in (1092mm)
43 in (1092mm)
31 in
(787mm)
31 in
(787mm)
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Figure 8.2- Front View with Large Surround and Cast
Panel Set
Figure 8.4- Front View with Large Surround Panel Set
9-1/2 in
(240)
9-1/2 in
(240)
16 in (407)
16 in (407)
48 in (1219)
48 in (1219)
34 in
(863)
34 in
(863)
Figure 8.1 -Side View with Small or Large Surround and
Cast Panel Set
9-3/4 in
(249)
9-3/4 in
(249)
22-3/4 in (579)
22-3/4 in (579)
11-3/8 in
(290)
11-3/8 in
(290)
21 in
(533)
21 in
(533)
2 in (51)
2 in (51)
25-1/4 in
(643)
25-1/4 in
(643)
9-3/4 in
(247mm)
9-3/4 in
(247mm)
22-3/4 in (579mm)
22-3/4 in (579mm)
11-3/8 in
(290mm)
11-3/8 in
(290mm)
21 in
(533mm)
21 in
(533mm)
2 in (51mm)
2 in (51mm)
25-1/4 in
(643mm)
25-1/4 in
(643mm)
Figure 8.3 -Side View with Small or Large Surround
Panel Set
A. Appliance Dimensions (continued)
9-1/2 in
(240mm)
9-1/2 in
(240mm)
16 in (407mm)
16 in (407mm)
51 in (1295mm)
51 in (1295mm)
34 in
(862mm)
34 in
(862mm)
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B. Clearance To Combustibles, UL and ULC
Figure 9.1
AS A BUILT-IN - FRAMING DIMENSIONS
Be sure to follow vent manufacturers
clearance to combustibles.
*If interior of chase will be drywalled,
add the thickness to this measurement.
23 in - top vent
(584mm)
23-1/2 in - rear vent
(597mm)
23 in - top vent
(584mm)
23-1/2 in - rear vent
(597mm)
31-7/8 in.
(810mm)
16-7/8 in.*
(429mm)
NOTE:
• IllustrationsreecttypicalinstallationsandareFOR
DESIGNPURPOSESONLY.
•Illustrations/diagramsarenotdrawntoscale.
• Actualinstallationmayvaryduetoindividualdesign
preference.
FireRisk.
Complywithallminimumclearancestocombusti-
blesasspecied.
WARNING
Failuretocomplymaycausehousere.
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C
D
A
B
D. Minimum Opening for Masonry and Zero
Clearance Fireplaces
Figure 10.1
C. Masonry and Zero Clearance Fireplaces
Figure 10.2
NOTE
Itisnecessarytopermanentlysealanyopeningbetween
themasonryofthereplaceandthefacingmasonry.
SIDE TRIM
SIDE WALL
TOP TRIM
25-1/2
(648mm)
31-1/2
(800mm)
HEARTH
EXTENSION
13.5
(343mm)
29-3/4
(1010mm)
Location Inches Millimeters
A Height 21-1/4 540
B
FrontWidth(Steel Panel Set) 28-1/8 714
FrontWidth(Cast Panel Set) 28 711
C RearWidth 23-5/8 600
D
Depth(Steel Panel Set) 13-3/8 340
Depth(Cast Panel Set) 13-1/8 333
FIREPLACE FRONT SURFACE
MANTEL
USA 14in
CANADA 14 (356mm)
37in
(940mm)
12in
max *
Figure 10.3
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Mark area of
floor to cut
Starter hole
Use 2 x 4 from insert
packaging to support insert
E. Installation into a Factory-Built Fireplace
Thefollowingmodicationsarepermissible:
• Removalofdamperorlockedinopenposition
• Removalofsmokeshelforbafe
• Removalofembercatches
• Removalofregrate
• Removalofviewscreen/curtain
• Removalofdoors
• Removaloffactory-builtreplaceoor
• Externaltrimpieceswhichdonotaffecttheoperationof
thereplacemayberemovedprovidingtheycanbestored
onor within thereplaceforreassembly iftheinsertis
removed.
• The permanent metal warning label provided must be
attached to the back of the replace, with screws or
nails,statingthatthereplacemayhavebeenalteredto
accommodatetheinsert,andmustbereturnedtooriginal
conditionforuseasaconventionalreplace.Figure 10.1
Figure 11.2. Measure and mark the metal
oorforcutting.Withadrill,makeastarter
holeineachcorner.
Figure 11.3. Using a saws-all, cut out the
oor.
Figure 11.4. If the oor is made of thin
metal,werecommendusingthe2x4from
the insert packaging to support the insert.
The2x4mayneedtobecuttotheappro-
priatesize.
250-2061
WARNING
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING
FIREPLACE.
250-2061
Heath & Home Technologies
250-2061
5.5 in. width x 2 in. height
NON. ANOD. ALUM BLACK LETTERS ON SILVER
with 1/8 in. holes on both sides.
Black letters
Figure 11.1
• Ifthehearthextensionislowerthanthereplaceopening,
theportionoftheinsertextendingontothehearthmustbe
supported.
• Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
orderedfromyourdealer.
NOTE: Refer to chimney liner manufacturer for recom-
mendations on supporting the liner. Installation
into replaces without a permit will void the listing.•
• The rebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails,
screenmeshandloggratescanberemovedfromafac-
tory-builtreboxinordertogainminimuminsertopen-
ingrequirements.
• Anysmokeshelves,shieldsandbafesmayberemoved
fromafactory-builtrebox ifattachedwithmechanical
fasteners.
• The metal oor of the factory-built rebox may be
removed to facilitate the installation of the insert only
whena1inch(25mm)airspaceisprovidedbetweenthe
insertandtheoorofouterwrap.
Thefollowingisonlyoneexampleastherearemanydiffer-
entmodelsoffactory-builtreplaces.
NOTE: This example is for reference only. Any modica-
tions must not compromise the structural integrity
or reduce the protection for combustible materials.
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Keep sharp edge of
metal floor away from
power cord
Figure 12.1.Placetheinsertintothefacto-
ry-builtrebox.Ensurethatthepowercord
can not be damaged by the sharp metal
edge.Youmayneedtocutoutanotchto
accommodatethecord.
Figure 12.2.Ensurethatthelevelinglegis
positionedoverthe2x4beforelevelingthe
insert.Minimum1”clearance.
NOTICE: InCanadawhenusingafactory-builtchim-
neyitmustbesafetylisted, Type UL103 HT (2100
o
F)
[1149
o
C] CLASS “A” orconformingtoCAN/ULC-
S629M, STANDARD FOR 650
o
C FACTORY-BUILT
CHIMNEYS.
G. Prefabricated Metal Chimney
Thechimneycanbeneworexisting,masonryorprefabricated
andmustmeetthefollowingminimumrequirements:
•Must be minimum 6 inch (152mm) inside diameter of
hightemperaturechimneylistedtoUL103HT(2100
o
F)
orULC-S628.
•Mustusecomponentsrequiredbythemanufacturerfor
installation.
•Mustmaintainclearancesrequiredbythemanufacturer
forinstallation.
•Refertomanufacturersinstructionsforinstallation
•This insert islistedtoASTM E 1509-12 Standardand
isapproved for installation intolisted factory-builtzero
clearance replaces listed to UL 127 conforming to the
followingspecicationsandinstructions:
•The original factory-built clearance replace chimney
cap must be re-installed after installing the approved
chimney liner meeting type UL 103 HT requirements
(2100°F)perUL1777.
•IfthechimneyisnotlistedasmeetingHTrequirements,
orifthefactorybuiltreplacewastestedpriorto1998,a
fullheightlistedchimneylinermustbeinstalledfromthe
applianceuecollartothechimneytop.
•Thelinermustbesecurelyattachedtotheinsertuecollar
andthechimneytop.
•Theairowofthefactory-builtzero-clearancereplace
systemmustnotbealtered.The ue liner topsupport
attachmentmustnotreducetheairowfortheexisting
air-cooledchimneysystem.
•Nodilutionairisallowedtoenterthechimney.
 1.Securethereplacedamperintheopenposition.If
thiscannotbeaccomplished,itwillbenecessaryto
removethedamper
2.Seal damper area of chimney around chimney
connector with a high temperature sealant orseal
insertagainstthefaceofthereplace.
3.Bothmethodsmustberemovableandreplaceable
forcleaningandre-installation.
• Removingoorofreplacemustnotweakenstructure
ofreboxorreduceprotectionforcombustiblematerials.
• Finalapprovalofthisinstallationtypeiscontingentupon
theappropriatelocalauthorityhavingjurisdiction.
WARNING
F. Installation into a Masonry Fireplace
Allmodicationsthatcan be made to a Factory BuiltFire-
placecanbemadetoaMasonryFireplace.
In addition DO NOT remove any brick or mortar from the
existingreplace.
Risk of Fire!
Follow venting manufacturer’s clearances and
instructionswheninstallingventingsystem.
WARNING
1”
Example Removal of Factory-Built Fireplace Cont.
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4 Vent Information
A. Venting Termination Minimum Requirements
J or K
X
V
M
I
H
A
V
G
B
V
V
A
B
V
F
V
C
B
B
E
L
V
D
V
Electrical
Service
V
N
V
N
V
N
N
V
Inside Corner
FIXED
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
FIXED
CLOSED
V
X
G
G
Termination Cap
Air Supply Inlet
Gas Meter
Restricted Area
O
P
Figure 13.1
A 12in. AboveFinishGrade(thegradesurface
mustbeanon-combustiblematerial
B 48in.noOAK Opendoororwindow:belowortotheside
B 12in. Opendoororwindow:above
C 6in. Permanentlyclosedwindow:above,below
ortotheside
D 36in.noOAK Verticalclearancetoaventilatedsoft
locatedabovetheterminalwithinahori-
zontaldistanceof2ftfromthecenter-line
oftheterminal
E 12in. Clearancetounventilatedsoft
F 12in. Clearancetooutsidecorner
G 12in. Clearancetoinsidecorner
H 36in. Abovegasmeter/regulatormeasuredfrom
horizontalcenter-lineofregulator
I 36in.USA
72in.Canada
Clearancetoserviceregulatorventoutlet
J 12in.
48in.noOAK
Clearancetonon-mechanicalairsupply
inlettothebuildingorthecombustionsair
inlettoanyotherappliance
K 10fthorizontal
3ftvertical
Clearancetomechanicalairsupply
L 7ft. Abovepavedsidewalk,paveddriveway
locatedonpublicproperty
M 12in. Underanopenveranda,porch,deckor
balcony
N SeeNote
below*
Electricservice:above,belowortothe
side(locationmustnotobstructorinterfere
withaccess)
O 24in. Adjacentbuilding,fencesandprotruding
partsofthestructure
P 12in. Clearanceaboverooflineforvertical
terminations
All minimum clearances are listed with an Outside Air Kit (OAK) installed, unless otherwise noted in table below.
24in. Abovegrass,topofplants,woodoranyothercom-
bustible
36in.noOAK Clearancefromanyforcedairintakeofotherappli-
ance
12in. Clearancehorizontallyfromcombustiblewall
15in. Venteddirectlythroughawall,minimumlengthof
horizontalpipe
6in.horizontal
12in.vertical
Minimumhorizontalorverticalterminationsmust
protrudefromwall
*NOTE: Consultlocalbuilding,reofcialsorauthoritieshavingjurisdic-
tion.Localcodesorregulationsmayrequiredifferentclearances.
NOTICE:
Do NOT Terminate Vent:
• Inanylocationthatwillallowuegasesorsootfromen-
teringorstainingthebuilding
• Inanylocationwhichcouldcreateanuisanceorhazard
• Inanyenclosedorsemi-enclosedareasuchasacarport,
garage, attic, crawl space,under a sun deck or porch,
narrowwalkway
• Closely fenced area, or any location that can build up
a concentration of fumes such as a stairwell, covered
breezeway,etc.
NOTICE:
Termination must exhaust above air inlet elevation.
• Itisrecommendedthatatleast60inches(1.52m)ofvertical
pipebeinstalledwhenapplianceisventeddirectlythrougha
wall.Thiswillcreateanaturaldraft,whichwillhelpprevent
thepossibilityofsmokeorodorventingintothehomeduring
apoweroutage.
• Itwillalsokeepexhaustfromcausinganuisanceorhazard
byexposingpeopleorshrubstohightemperatures.
• Thesafestandpreferredventingmethodistoextendthevent
verticallythroughtherooforabovetheroof.
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B. Avoiding Smoke and Odors
Negative Pressure, Shut-Down and Electrical Power
Failure
To reduce the probability of back-drafting or burn-back in
thepelletapplianceduringpowerfailureorshutdowncon-
ditions, it must be able to draft naturally without exhaust
bloweroperation.
Negativepressureinthehousewillresistthisnaturaldraftif
notaccountedforinthepelletapplianceinstallation.
Heatrisesinthehouseandleaksoutatupperlevels.This
airmustbereplacedwithcoldairfromoutdoorswhichows
intolowerlevelsofthehouse.
Ventsandchimneysintobasementsandlowerlevelsofthe
house can become the conduit for air supply and reverse
undertheseconditions.
Outside Air
Anoutsideairkitisrecommendedin allinstallations.The
OutsideAirKitmustbeorderedseparately.
Pernationalbuildingcodes,considerationmustbegivento
combustionairsupplytoallcombustionappliances.Failure
tosupplyadequatecombustionairforallappliancedemands
mayleadtobackdraftingofthoseandotherappliances.
Whentheapplianceisroofvented(stronglyrecommended):
Theairintakeisbestlocatedontheexteriorwalloriented
towardstheprevailingwinddirectionduringtheheating
season.
Whentheapplianceisside-wallvented:
Theairintakeisbestlocatedonthesameexteriorwallas
theexhaustventoutletandlocatedloweronthewallthan
theexhaustventoutlet.
Theoutsideairsupplykitcansupplymostofthedemandsof
thepelletappliance,butconsiderationmustbegiventothe
totalhousedemand.
Housedemandmayconsumetheairneededfortheappli-
ance.Itmaybenecessary toaddadditionalventilationto
thespaceinwhichthepelletapplianceislocated.
ConsultwithyourlocalHVACprofessionaltodeterminethe
ventilationdemandsforyourhouse.
Vent Congurations
To reduce probability of reverse drafting during shut-down
conditions Hearth & Home Technologies strongly recom-
mends:
• Installingthepelletventwithaminimumverticalrunof
5feet(1.52m).Preferablyterminatingabovetheroof
line.
• Installingtheoutsideairkitatleast4feet(1.22m)below
theventtermination.
Topreventsootdamagetoexteriorwallsofthehouseandto
preventre-entryofsootorashintothehouse:
• Maintain specied clearances to windows, doors and
airinlets,includingairconditioners.
• Vents should not be placed below ventilated softs.
Runtheventabovetheroof.
• Avoidventingintoalcovelocations.
• Ventsshouldnotterminateunderoverhangs,decksor
ontocoveredporches.
• Maintain minimum clearance of 12 inches (305mm)
from the vent termination to the exterior wall. If you
seedepositsdevelopingonthewall,youmayneedto
extendthisdistancetoaccommodateyourinstallation
conditions.
CAUTION
• DONOTCONNECTTHISApplianceTOACHIMNEYFLUE
SERVICINGANOTHERAPPLIANCE.
• DONOTCONNECTTOANYAIRDISTRIBUTIONDUCT
ORSYSTEM.
Hearth&HomeTechnologiesassumesnoresponsibili-
tyfor,notdoesthewarrantyextendto,smokedamage
causedbyreversedraftingofpelletappliancesundershut
downorpowerfailureconditions.
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C. Negative Pressure
Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail-
ablefortheappliancetooperateproperly.Itcanbestrongest
inlowerlevelsofthehouse.
Causesinclude:
• Exhaustfans(kitchen,bath,etc.)
• Rangehoods
• Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water
appliancesandothercombustionappliances
• Clothesdryers
• Locationofreturn-airventstofurnaceorairconditioning
• ImbalancesoftheHVACairhandlingsystem
• Upperlevelairleakssuchas:
- Recessedlighting
- Attichatch
- Ductleaks
Tominimizetheeffectsofnegativeairpressure:
• Installtheoutsideairkitwiththeintakefacingprevailing
windsduringtheheatingseason
• Ensureadequateoutdoorairforallcombustionappliances
andexhaustequipment
• Ensurefurnaceandairconditioningreturnventsarenot
locatedintheimmediatevicinityoftheappliance
• Avoid installing the appliance near doors, walkways or
smallisolatedspaces
• Recessedlightingshouldbea“sealedcan”design
• Attichatchesweatherstrippedorsealed
• Atticmountedductworkandairhandlerjointsandseams
tapedorsealed
D. Draft
Draftisthepressuredifferenceneededtoventanappli-
ancesuccessfully.Whenanapplianceisdraftingsuc-
cessfully,allcombustionbyproductsareexitingthehome
throughthechimney.
Installthroughthewarmairspaceenclosedbythebuild-
ingenvelope.Thishelpstoproducemoredraft,especially
duringlightinganddie-downofthere.
Considerationsforsuccessfuldraftinclude:
• Preventingnegativepressure
• Locationofapplianceandchimney
NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies assumes no
responsibility for the improper performance of the chimney
system caused by:
• Inadequate draft due to environmental conditions
• Down drafts
• Tight sealing construction of the structure
• Mechanical exhausting devices
E. Chimney and Exhaust Connection
1. Chimney & Connector:Use3or4inch(76-102mm)diameter
type“L”or“PL”ventingsystem.Itcanbeventedverticallyor
horizontally.
2. Mobile Home: ApprovedforallListedpelletvent.Ifusingthe
3inch(76mm)verticalTopVentAdapterKitorthe3to6inch
(76-152mm) Top Vent OffsetAdapter, use Listed double wall
ueconnector.AQuadra-FireOutsideAirKitmustbeusedwith
manufacturedhomeinstallations.
3. Residential: The3inch(76mm)verticalTopVentAdapterKitand
the3to6inch(76-152mm)TopVentOffsetAdapteraretested
touse24gaugesinglewallueconnectororListeddoublewall
ue connector to ClassA Listed metalchimneys, or masonry
chimneysmeetingInternationalResidentialCodestandardsfor
solidfuelappliances.
4. INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE
VENT MANUFACTURER.
5. Secure exhaust venting system to the appliancewith at least
3screws.Alsosecureallconnectorpipejointswithatleast3
screwsthrougheachjoint.
6. DONOTINSTALLAFLUEDAMPERINTHEEXHAUSTVENT-
INGSYSTEMOFTHISAppliance.
7. DO NOT CONNECT THISAppliance TOA CHIMNEYFLUE
SERVINGANOTHERAPPLIANCE.
NOTE: All pipe must be welded seam pipe whenever possible.
Seal pipe joints with high temperature silicone (500°F [260°C]
minimum rated only).
NOTE: If burning shelled eld corn, you must use approved
venting specically designed for corn. Follow the instructions
from the venting manufacturer.
WARNING
Risk of Asphyxiation!
Negativepressurecancausespillageofcombustion
fumesandsoot.
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Fire Risk.
• OnlyLISTEDventingcomponentsmaybeused.
• NOOTHERventcomponentsmaybeused.
• Substituteordamagedventcomponentsmay
impairsafeoperation.
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
•Improperinstallation,adjustment,alteration,service
ormaintenancecancauseinjuryorpropertydamage.
•Refertotheowner’sinformationmanualprovided
withthisappliance.
• Forassistanceoradditionalinformationconsultaqualied
installer,serviceagencyoryourdealer.
WARNING
F. E quivalent Feet of Pipe
Thetablebelowcanhelpyoucalculatetheequivalentfeetof
pipewhich6isamethodusedtodeterminepelletventsize.
Figure 16.1.
2ft.
2ft.
3ft.
2ft.
Example of 3 Elbow-Rear Vent Termination Calculation
Pellet Venting
Component
# of
Elbows
Feet of
Pipe
Multiplied
By
Equivalent
Feet
Components
Equivalent Feet
90
o
ElboworTee
3 X 5 15
45
o
Elbow
X 3
HorizontalPipe
7 X 1 7
VerticalPipe
2 X 0.5 1
Total Equivalent Feet 23
Note:Thisisagenericexampleandisnot
intendedtorepresentanyspecicfueltype.
VentsurfacesgetHOT,cancauseburnsif
touched.Non-combustibleshieldingorguards
mayberequired.
WARNING
Figure 16.2
3 in. or 4 in. (76mm or 102mm) Diameter Pipe
Equivalent Pipe
Length In Feet
ALTITUDE IN THOUSANDS OF FEET
0
20
30
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
4 in. (102mm) Diameter Pipe Only
10
Example 1
Example 2
Example 1:Iftheequivalentlengthofpipeis23feet(7m)with
altitudeof8,000feet(2438m)youmustuse4inch(102mm)
diametertype“L”or“PL”vent.
Example 2:Iftheequivalentlengthofpipeis12feet(3.7m)
withaltitudeof6,000feet(1829m)youmayuse3or4inch
(76to102mm)diametertype“L”or“PL”vent.
G. Pipe Selection Chart
Thechartwillhelpyouindeterminingproperventingsize
accordingtotheequivalentfeetofpipecalculatedpreviously
andthealtitudeabovesealevelofthisinstallation.
Figure 16.2.
a. Locatethecalculatedequivalentfeetofpipeonthevertical
leftsideofthechart.
b. Movetotherighthorizontallyonthechartuntilyoureach
youraltitudeabovesealevel.
c. If you fall below the diagonal line, 3 or 4 inch (76 to
102mm)pipemaybeused.
d. Ifitisanywhereabovethediagonalline,a4inch(102mm)
diameterpipeisrequired.
NOTICE:
• A90°elbowis5timesasrestrictivetotheowofexhaust
gasesunderpositivepressureas1foot(305mm)ofhori-
zontalpipe.
• Afootofhorizontalpipeistwiceasrestrictiveasafootof
verticalpipe.
Figure 16.1
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H. Pellet Venting Charts
Themaximumhorizontalventingallowedwithnoverticalvent-
ingattached is 48 inches (1219mm) including one 90° elbow
ortwo45°elbows.Thisisourrecommendedhorizontalvent-
inginstallation. Addition ofanyhorizontal venting beyond48
inches (1219mm) Hearth & Home Technologies strongly rec-
ommendsaminimumof60inches(1524mm)ofadditionalverti-
calvent.Horizontalsectionsofventpipeshouldhavea1/4inch
(6.35mm)riseperfoot.
Hearth & Home Technologies recommends any installation
requiringmorethantwo90°elbows,ormorethan15feet(4.5m)
ofventingtouse4inch(102mm)vent.
Figure 17.1
Fire Risk.
• OnlyLISTEDventingcomponentsmaybeused.
• NO OTHER vent components may be used.
Substituteordamagedventcomponentsmayimpair
safeoperation.
WARNING
NOTICE: Theseareguidelinesforsuccessfulventingofyourpelletappliance.Themoreverticalriseyoucanobtainin
yoursystem,thebetteritwillperform.Horizontalventrunscanaccumulateashandwillneedtobecleanedmoreoften.
Trytokeepthemasshortaspossible.
ONE 90º ELBOW
Total Minimum
Vertical
Vent
Diameter
4 0 3
5 5 3
6 6 3
7 7 3
8 8 4
9 9 4
10 10 4
11 11 4
TWO 90º ELBOWS
Total Minimum
Vertical
Vent
Diameter
2 5 3
3 6 3
4 7 3
5 8 3
6 9 3
THREE 90º ELBOWS
Total Minimum
Vertical
Vent
Diameter
2 11 4
3 12 4
45°elbowisequivalentto1footofstraightpipe
90°elbowisequivalentto3feetofstraightpipe
Minimum Vertical Vent for One Elbow
0
5
10
15
20
0 5 10 15 20
Horizontal Run, (ft)
Minimum Vertical Rise
(ft)
Minimum Vertical Vent for One Elbow
Figure 17.3
Minimum Vertical Vent for Three Elbows
0
5
10
15
20
25
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Length of Horizontal Sections (ft)
Minimum Vertical Rise
(ft)
Minimum Vertical Vent for Three Elbows
Figure 17.2
Minimum Vertical Vent for Two Elbows
0
5
10
15
20
0 5 10 15
Length of Horizontal Sections, (ft)
Minimum Vertical
Rise, (ft)
Minimum Vertical Vent for Two Elbows
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NOTE:InCanada,wherepassagethroughawallorpartitionof
combustibleconstructionisdesired,theinstallationshallconform
toCAN/CSA-B365.
Fire Risk.
InspectionofChimney:
• Masonrychimneymustbeingoodcondition.
• MeetsminimumstandardofNFPA211
•
Factory-builtchimneymustbeaminimum6inch
(152mm)UL103HT.
WARNING
CAUTION
Neverdrawoutsidecombustionairfrom:
• Wall,oororceilingcavity
• Enclosedspacesuchasanatticorgarage
NOTE:
• IllustrationsreecttypicalinstallationsandareFORDESIGN
PURPOSESONLY.
•Illustrations/diagramsarenotdrawntoscale.
• Actualinstallationmayvaryduetoindividualdesign
preference.
Figure 18.1
Outside Air through Rear
Wall (Horizontal)
NOTE; Use metal plate around
exhaust vent pipe and seal all
edges with non-flammable insu
-
lation such as , mineral wool or
ceramic.
Do not use high temperature
caulking materials to seal any
edge to prevent future service
-
abilit
y.
5 Venting Systems
A. Full Reline With Outside Air - Horizontal
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B. Full Reline With Outside Air - Vertical
Figure 19.1
NOTE: Checkclearancescarefullyforthistypeofinstal-
lationtoensureadequateroomforoutsideairventing.
Checkbuildingcodespriortoinstallation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
nationalcodesandregulations.
• Consultlocalbuilding,reofcialsorauthoritieshavingjuris-
dictionaboutrestrictions,installationinspection,andpermits.
CAUTION
NOTE: InCanada,onlyafullrelineisallowedperULC
S628-93,ORDULCC1482-M1990.
NOTE: InCanadathisreplaceinsertmustbeinstalled
withacontinuous chimneylinerextendingfromthe re-
placeinserttothetopofthechimney.Thechimneyliner
mustconformtotheClass3requirementsofCAN/ULC-
S635,StandardforLiningSystemsforExistingMasonry
orFactory-BuiltChimneysandVents,orCAN/ULC-S640,
StandardforLiningSystemsforNewMasonryChimneys.
Outside Air
Termination
at
Chimney Top
12” (305mm)
min. below
12” (305mm)
min. above
NOTE; Use metal
plate around
exhaust vent pipe
and seal all edges
with non-flammable
insulation such as
mineral wool or
ceramic.
Do not use high
temperature caulk
-
ing materials to seal
any edge to prevent
future serviceability
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6 Appliance Set-Up
A. Leveling System
Thelevelingboltsarelocatedattherearoftheappliance.
Toaccessthebolts,removethesideaccesspanels.Reach
inandturnthebolttothedesiredheighttoleveltheappli-
ance.ShowninFigures 20.1 and 20.2.
B. Outside Air Kit Instructions
Parts Included in Kit:1pieceof2inchx3ft.exhose,2
hoseclamps,1collarassembly,1terminationcapassem-
bly,1trimring,fasteners.
Tools Needed:Phillipsheadscrewdriver;wirecutters;hole
saworjigsaw.
1. Measuredistancefromoortoairventopeninginappli-
anceandmarklocationonwall.
2. Use saw to cut opening in wall. Cut a 2-1/2 to 3 inch
(64-76mm)openingoninsidewallanda3to3-1/2inch
(76-89mm)openingonoutsideofhouse.
3. Usehoseclamptosecureexpipetocollarassembly.
4. Slidetrimringoverexpipeandrunpipethroughwall.
5. Attachhosetooutsideterminationcapwithsecondhose
clamp.
6. Secureterminationcaptooutsidesurface.
7. Securetrimringtointeriorwall.
CAUTION
Neverdrawoutsidecombustionairfrom:
• Wall,oororceilingcavity
• Enclosedspacesuchasanatticorgarage
Figure 20.1
Figure 20.2
Leveling Bolt on each Side
2 inch diameter Flex Pipe
Attach Termination
Cap to Exterior W
all
Leveling Bolt
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Quadrafire Castile Pellet Insert Installation guide

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