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1. ENTERING THE ROOM A screw Automatic Control System 15 The control arm starting point on a cold zero clearance fireplace is about 75 above horizontal It should feel easy going and bouncy when you push it The damper plates must be dry and clean and slide together unhindered Control bars and slide gates may be lubricated with WD40 never oil Adjust the Lifting Door for Model CONTROL ARM 04311 The door lift mechanism consists of a chain pull placed on either side of the zero clearance fireplace and a spring If the door opens with difficulty you may correct this by greasing the chain gears and door hinges 1 with copper grease we recommend a grease that can withstand temperatures of up to 1 100 C You should do this once every 2 years If the door still opens and closes too stiffly the spring on the door lift mechanism can be loosened slightly If the door closes too easily the spring has loosened The spring can be loosened or tightened as follows Slide the inner cassette out of the outer case Make sure the door of the combustion chamber 3 is closed Attach the tightening tool UPDATED 09 20 2013 33 34 4 supplied with the zero clearance fireplace to the toothed wheel 5 To tighten the spring so that the door closes more slowly or can remain fully open turn the toothed wheel 5 clockwise slightly This can be done by turning the tightening tool2. e Burning milk cartons newspaper advertising material etc e Burning unapproved fuels such as coal and the like which creates too much heat Burning impregnated wood or pressed wallboard e Excess chimney draft e Burning with door open If the glass turns white or opaque and cannot be immediately cleaned it may have been permanently damaged The glass in the wood burning zero clearance fireplace is a special ceramic glass that can withstand very high temperatures At high temperatures however the glass is very sensitive to chemicals Burning advertising materials newspapers impregnated wood etc can ruin the glass Should this occur a glass set is available which contains glass sealing compound and an installation guide UPDATED 09 20 2013 35 36 Excessive creosote build up in chimney this is a symptom of poor combustion It may be caused by wet wood or insufficient draft The zero clearance fireplace s surface turns gray overheating The zero clearance fireplace does not heat the wood is not dry The combustion energy is being used to dry the wood If problems occur that you cannot fix yourself please consult your wood burning zero clearance fireplace dealer 6 Automatic Air Control Parts and Assembly Diagram A 7 1 Self adhesive gaskets fixed to insert body Control arm Thermostatic spring Nut for thermostatic spring Slide gate assembly oR WN a 7 Five Year Extend
3. they should be replaced Use only original spare parts The zero clearance fireplace should be thoroughly cleaned once a year Ash and soot must be removed from the combustion chamber If necessary lubricate the door lift mechanism with copper grease Service Inspection At least once every 2 years the zero clearance fireplace should receive a thorough preventative service inspection Among other things the service inspection covers A thorough cleaning of the zero clearance fireplace e Inspection of the door lift mechanism and lubrication with copper grease if necessary e Checking the spring in the automatic unit and replace if necessary e Checking gaskets Replace gaskets if they are not intact or are no longer soft e Inspection of springs for chain drive Check to ensure that the door closes tightly all the way around e Inspection possible replacement of Skamol refractory material The inspection must be performed by a qualified professional Use only original HWAM replacement parts UPDATED 09 20 2013 31 Seasonal Cleaning IMPORTANT Before chimney sweeping can be performed the primary air control must be set all the way to the left to prevent soot and ash from entering the automatic control dtosiemole z x deflector plate Remove the secondary air baffle Push the plate forward steel secondary air and lift it up a bit to the side Tilt one side downward The plate is now free and can be removed fro
4. 4 counter clockwise To loosen the spring so that the door closes faster or can no longer remain fully open lift the locking pawl 6 and turn the toothed wheel 5 counter clockwise slightly This can be done by turning the tightening tool 4 clockwise IMPORTANT Keep a firm grip on the handle of the tightening tool 4 when lifting the locking pawl as considerable weight and force are transferred when it is lifted After each adjustment check to see whether the desired effect has been achieved If not repeat the process If you have loosened the spring we recommend holding the door handle when checking the effect for the first time to ensure that the spring has not become so loose that the door closes too fast with the risk of damaging the glass Please Note You should always have a professional adjust grease and repair these parts Surface The surface does not normally require any treatment Any damage to the coating may be repaired using HWAM spray paint Gaskets The zero clearance fireplace is equipped with ceramic gaskets to ensure the tightness of the doors and the glass These gaskets are wearing parts and must be changed from time to time Note the position of and remove worn gaskets Remove the protective strip from the back of the new gaskets and place the new gasket in the same position as the worn one Guarantee The guarantee does not cover damage due to insufficient maintenance WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WOOD BURNING Z
5. draught is too strong inside the chimney it may be necessary to set the primary air control to minimum i e to the left Smoke in the Room When Opening Door e The damper at the top of the chimney may be closed Open the damper Open the air control arm on the front of the zero clearance fireplace e Insufficient chimney draft check if the chimney has the right height compared to the surroundings or contact chimney sweep Do not open the zero clearance fireplace door when there are still flames visible The clean out door is leaking or dislodged replace or refit e Check if the chimney has the right dimension e Check if the connector pipe or chimney is blocked e Wood with too high moisture content The Wood Burns Too Fast e Are the air controls adjusted correctly according to the instructions e Is the smoke deflector plate placed correctly Soot On The Glass e The wood is too damp Only use wood stored for at least 12 months under cover and with a moisture level not exceeding 20 The door s seals may not be tight e Insufficient secondary air introduced to the pane flushing system push the adjustment bar further to the right until the glass is burned clean e Intermittent firing allow the zero clearance fireplace to heat through properly Is the primary air control adjusted according to the instructions Glass Has White Haze This Can Be Caused By Faulty Operation Such As e Glass not cleaned sufficiently
6. the alternate material e kL k value per inch of listed material e rL r value per inch of listed material e TL minimum thickness of listed material UPDATED 09 20 2013 Using the k formula k value per Inch of alternate Minimum thickness of _ material K Specified min thickness of listed alternate material T k value per inch of listed material T material K T inches Ky X T 0 42 T inches E a x 1 0 0 42 1 09 inches 1 09 x 1 0 Answer The required minimum thickness of Micore 300 is 1 09 therefore round up to the nearest standard thickness available which is 5 8 1 2 1 125 Using the R formula r value per Inch of alternate Minimum thickness of material r Specified min thickness of listed alternate material T r value per inch of listed material TL material r r T inches FT ry 2 38 T inches x 1 0 2 17 1 097 inches 1 097 x 1 0 Answer The required minimum thickness of Micore 300 is 1 09 therefore round up to the nearest standard thickness available which is 5 8 1 2 1 125 UPDATED 09 20 2013 Po per inch Listed Min Thickness Listed Material 1 Approved Alternate Materials for Floor Hearth Protection Alternative Materials Thermal Values Minimum Thickness rounded to nearest 1 8 inch k per inch r per inch Min Thickness in inches kamolex Kaowool M Board 0 416 2 40 2 13 M 0 99 1 1 1
7. 2 1 1 8 Micore 160 U S Gypsum icore 300 U S Gypsum 0 47 0 35 0 46 2 86 2 17 0 83 7 8 1 10 1 1 8 Durock Cement Board U S Gypsum ardibacker ardibacker 500 ultured Stone Hearth stone onderboard Super Firetemp M 1 92 aaa 0 52 0 51 0 43 0 35 0 31 1 64 4 57 1 5 8 4 64 4 3 4 5 48 5 1 2 6 71 6 3 4 7 69 7 3 4 1 45 11 2 Johns Manville uper Firetemp L Johns Manville Face brick 0 54 1 85 0 111 1 29 1 3 8 21 43 21 1 2 Common brick ement mortar eramic tile arble 9 UPDATED 09 20 2013 0 2 0 2 0 08 11 9 12 11 9 12 29 76 29 7 8 26 19 26 1 4 Hearth Extension Ember Strip Install the ember strip to prevent embers from falling betwen the face of the fireplace enclosure and the hearth extension HWAM 3055 ZC bottom of glass fireplace non combustible facing of fireplace enclosure L shaped non combustible ember strip required under hearth extension and behind non combustible facing hearth extension combustible floor p Chimney Requirements The chimney must be of a sufficient height to enable an adequate draft and to prevent smoke problems The minimum draft should be approx 048 inches of water or 12 Pa The chimney must have a minimum opening equivalent to 6 0 or 150 mm Chimney Height R
8. ERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE WITHOUT BAFFLE PLATES PROPERLY INSTALLED OR WARRANTY WILL BE VOID WARNING DO NOT USE SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS ALWAYS USE LISTED SPARE PARTS FROM HWAM A S Replacing Door Glass Use only HWAM ceramic replacement glass 4 mm in thickness The use of any other glass is prohibited Do not remove the door before installing new glass When replacing the glass all gaskets must be installed correctly Make note of the gasket locations as you take the door apart Remove any leftover pieces of broken glass Replace any damaged or worn gaskets Follow the procedure on page 24 for installing the glass Creosote Formation and the Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates in the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot and dangerous fire The chimney and or the stainless steel chimney liner should be inspected at least once every two months during the heating season to determine if soot creosote and ash build up have UPDATED 09 20 2013 occurred If creosote has accumulated to a thickness of 1 8 3 mm or more it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire 5 Troubleshooting High Rate of Combustion e A seal in the door is not completely tight Replace the seal e Ifthe
9. User s Manual and Installation Guide HWAM 3055 Zero Clearance Fireplace with Up swing Door Model 04311 or Side swing Door Model 04301 CAUTION IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED DO NOT DISCARD LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE HOMEOWNER UPDATED 09 20 2013 Manufactured by Distributed in HWAM AS the United States and Canada by Nydamsvej 53 HWAM North America Herning 8362 211 Reservoir Rd Denmark Plymouth New Hampshire 03264 TEL 45 86 92 18 33 TEL 603 236 7045 www hwam com www hwamna com 2 CAUTION IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED DO NOT DISCARD LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE HOMEOWNER ADANGER 9 cs Do not operate with door open Failure to follow the information in this manual may result in a fire causing property damage personal injury or death Read this booklet completely before installing or operating this appliance For use with solid wood fuel only This appliance has not been tested for the use of compressed wood logs or bricks Do not modify this appliance in any way Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified Failure to comply may cause a house fire Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation
10. and closing the door to avoid putting uneven pressure on the door lift mechanism Please note that it is important not to let go of the handle when opening and closing the door The glass could be damaged if the door is allowed to open or close on its own Controlling the Combustion Primary air control 1 is located behind the glass The automatic air control function is set to maximum when the adjustment bar is set to the right most position and minimum when the bar is set to the left most position UPDATED 09 20 2013 Starting the Zero Clearance Fireplace e Donot elevate the fire on a grate Build fire directly on the hearth inside the zero clearance fireplace e Push the primary air control all the way to the right to set the automatic control to maximum effect e Put split kindling corresponding to two to three pieces of wood about 4 Ibs 2 kg into the zero clearance fireplace e Put two fire lighters in between the kindling Light them and allow the flames to spread slowly Keep the door ajar until no more condensation forms on the glass fora maximum of 5 min Close the door e When the kindling is burning well push the primary air control into middle position If the fire goes out this has been done too early Push the primary air control to the right again until the fire is burning properly Allow the kindling to burn until flames are no longer visible Important The door should be opened only when l
11. and for some time after the fire has gone out Supervise children around this appliance Warn children and adults about high temperatures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials Keep clothing furniture draperies and other combustible materials away Do not install in a factory built fireplace In Canada Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this appliance DO NOT OPERATE WITH THE DOOR OPEN WARNING THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO THIS FIREPLACE CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING Use of this product may produce smoke which contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED FOR USE WITH A CHASE ABOVE THE ROOF TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE DO NOT INSTALL A CHASE ABOVE THE ROOF UPDATED 09 20 2013 Table of Contents Te MPU TN OID einean a E an 4 WARNINGS pereen irren ee Er EE EEEE EELE eR 4 2 gk P Fo 2 eae ne ce ene 5 Pre Installation Check List ssssessesseseneessererrrserernrnrsrtrntetttttnntettrnnnesetttnnnetennnnneene 5 Venting and CleararCeS csnrrinearenc e an 6 earthand Floor PIGiO CON sesionin E Bean 9 Hearth Extension Ember Strip ccccrssciwecteratecetacerateee sede wm 12 Chimney Requirements scence acesscsecercscoensaders
12. ark the location to drill the mounting holes using the holes in the anchor plate as a template e Apply the self adhesive gasket supplied by HWAM around the top of the flue outlet e Screw the adapter plate to the top of the fireplace using sheet metal screws UPDATED 09 20 2013 e Locate the fireplace on the platform so that the front face of the outer box is flush with the framing of the fireplace enclosure e Drill one hole in each of the stand offs and screw the fireplace to the framing of the screw fireplace chimney surround to framing e Assemble the chimney and its components according to the instructions supplied by the chimney manufacturer It is important to follow these instructions exactly Optional External Combustion Air System HWAM does not recommend the use of an external combustion air system in most cases It is possible that these systems can experience a low pressure condition where the duct exits the house at the weather hood This might happen in some circumstances on a windy day for example If it does there is the possibility that the flow in the duct may be reversed allowing heat and combustion products to enter If the house is extremely tight and cannot provide enough combustion air we recommend a mechanically powered balanced make up air system These systems also provide health benefits and improve the functioning of all appliances requiring ventilation or combustion air An HVAC design professional shou
13. asing with the pipe facing outwards so that the collar is above the collar of the previously mounted pipe and so that the pre drilled holes in the pipe and casing are located above one another e Screw the pipe in place using the three enclosed self tapping screws 4 e Attach the flexi hose 5 to the connector bushing 3 and fasten with the clamp 6 Pull the insulation sleeve 7 over the flexi hose Perform the following steps for the inner cassette e Break out the pre cut round plate 9 in the middle of the automatic cassette cover 10 e Attach the connector bushing 11 to the automatic cassette cover 10 using three self tapping screws 12 e Fasten the cover 10 to the automatic cassette 13 using two self tapping screws 14 one on either side of the cover e Push the inner cassette 15 into the outer case 8 so that the pipe 11 on the insert goes evenly into the pipe 2 on the inside of the casing UPDATED 09 20 2013 Vertical connection Perform the following steps for the outer case 8 wez Break out the pre cut round plate 1 in the bottom plate Attach the gasket 2 to the connector bushing 3 e Push the flexi hose 4 through the hole 1 in the bottom plate Attach the flexi hose 4 to the connector bushing 3 and fasten with the clamp 5 Pull the flexi hose 4 back again so that the connector bush 3 reaches into the hole 1 the c
14. ches on the sides ease the glass pane into place and lead the guide latches back into place over the screws UPDATED 09 20 2013 The inside of the glass pane is best cleaned with a damp paper towel dipped in ash Afterwards dry with a clean paper towel The outside of the glass can be cleaned with ordinary glass cleaner We recommend wiping down the glass when the zero clearance fireplace is not in use and cool Do not clean the glass when hot Do not use abrasive cleaners Ash Disposal and Removal CAUTION Make sure the fire is out and the fireplace is cold before removing ashes Be careful when you remove ashes from the fireplace there may be embers left as long as 24 hours after the fireplace was last used Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid and moved outdoors immediately Other waste should not be placed in this container The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be kept in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled WARNING AVOID SKIN CONTACT WITH ASH 4 Maintenance e Regularly ensure that the air slit for the pane air rinse function is free of ash and soot particles Regularly check to make sure that seals in the door are complete and soft If not
15. e environment We advise against adding firewood to your zero clearance fireplace and reducing the air supply at night in an attempt to still have some embers left in the morning If you do so large amounts of hazardous smoke will be emitted and your chimney will be exposed to unnecessarily large amounts of soot with the risk of a chimney fire Cleaning Chimney Sweeping To reduce the risk of chimney fires the chimney must be cleaned every year The flue duct and the smoke chamber above the baffle plate inside the zero clearance fireplace must be cleaned together with the chimney If the chimney s height makes cleaning from above impossible a cleaning hatch must be installed in the chimney The chimney termination cap must be removed from the top of the chimney if it is to be cleaned from above External Cleaning Cleaning of the zero clearance fireplace should only be performed when it is not in use cool Daily maintenance is limited to a minimum It is easiest to vacuum the outside of the zero clearance fireplace with a tiny nozzle with soft brushes Cleaning the Glass If it becomes necessary to clean the inside of the glass on model 04311 with the up swing door lift the door halfway up and pull out the two top guide latches 1 on each side of the door in order to loosen them from the 1 screws 2 The glass can then be tilted out and cleaned Once the glass is clean lift the door again halfway up pull out the top guide lat
16. e there is a risk that the UPDATED 09 20 2013 27 28 gaskets will stick to the paint Ensure adequate ventilation while the odor is present Approved Fuel Types The zero clearance fireplace is approved for combustion of wood only It is recommended to use dry wood with a water content of a maximum of 20 Stoking a fire with wet wood results in soot environmental problems and less efficient fuel economy Recommended Wood Types All types of wood for instance birch beech oak elm ash conifers and fruit trees can be used as fuel in your zero clearance fireplace The great difference is not in the fuel value but in the weight of the wood types per cubic meter Since beech weighs more per cubic meter than for instance common spruce it will take more common spruce to produce the same amount of heat that you would get from a cubic meter of beech Banned Fuel Types Do not stoke a fire with the following e Printed matter Plywood plastic Rubber e Fluid fuels e Rubbish such as milk cartons lacquered wood or impregnated wood e Coal briquettes and coke The reason that you should not apply any of the above is that during combustion they develop substances that are health hazardous and harmful to the environment These substances can also damage your zero clearance fireplace and chimney rendering the product warranty void Opening and Closing The Up Swing Door on Model 04311 Always hold the handle in the middle when opening
17. ed Warranty Congratulations on the purchase of your new HWAM wood burning stove zero clearance fireplace or fireplace All of our products are of high quality craftsmanship manufactured with first class materials and subject to a thorough quality control process That is why we are convinced that you have purchased a product that will function problem free for many years to come Should a problem arise however you are naturally guaranteed the best possible service available HWAM A S provides an extended five year right to submit claims from the date of purchase You must save your original receipt with purchase date as proof of the date of purchase Extent The Warranty covers the basic construction of the stove Insert or fireplace such as panel components welding etc and includes components which must be replaced or repaired in accordance with HWAM s evaluation Wearing parts are not covered by the Warranty UPDATED 09 20 2013 The Warranty is given to the first buyer of the product and cannot be transferred The Warranty is only valid in the country to which the product was originally delivered Shipping and handling expenses incurred when sending the stove insert or fireplace or individual parts for replacement or repair will not be covered by HWAM A S Limitations Certain things are not covered by the warranty and the right to invoke the Warranty may lapse if the stove insert or fireplace is not maintained and operated
18. egulates the supply of air to the combustion chamber The automatic system optimizes the combustion for you All you need to do is to light up the fireplace and enjoy the flames and the heat to the fullest When you add more firewood the system will automatically readjust the zero clearance fireplace to achieve the optimum combustion 15 O CONTROL ARM The control arm starting point on a cold zero clearance fireplace should be 75 above horizontal It should feel easy going and bouncy when you push it The damper plates must be dry and clean and slide together easily Control bars and slide gates may be lubricated with WD40 never oil UPDATED 09 20 2013 Skamol 3D view of the Skamol refractory plates Skamol is a very heat resistant and highly insulating material made of processed vermiculite This material is capable of service temperatures up to 1150 C 2101 F Itis however somewhat fragile Care should be used when handling these pieces and when fueling the zero clearance fireplace Skamol is not covered by the limited warranty Small cracks may arise in the Skamol from minor water content especially if the zero clearance fireplace is overheated during the first fire These cracks do not influence the performance of the zero clearance fireplace and are not covered by the limited warranty Glass The glass is a heat resistant ceramic glass that ca
19. enting Options Your fireplace is supplied with 2 vents Each of these vents has a net free area of 56 in 862 cm The top edge of the top vent should not be placed closer than 12 305 mm to the ceiling The bottom edge of the bottom vent should not be placed closer than 2 51 mm above the hearth extension or the floor It is essential that the vents remain unobstructed Do not place firewood or any other objects or furnishings in front of the vents Vents must not be placed on the sides of the enclosure Two vents are supplied at 804 mm 31 65 x 74 mm 2 91 f Maintain 4 102 mm clearance Fireplace configuratiqns i O lt Maintain 4 102 mm clearance Maintain 3 77 mm clearance Maintain 3 77 mm clearance UPDATED 09 20 2013 WARNING INSTALL HEARTH EXTENSION Floor Protection amp Clearance To Combustibles ONLY AS ILLUSTRATED Combustible trim 18 458 mm 12 305 mm R 2 38 Thermal protection if required Ember protection required 8 204 mm 8 204 mm Edge of glass to sidewall Edge of glass to trim Ceiling Line a al ee ee lt I non combustible facing Duraroc or equal ___ _ combustible mantel and trim minimum distance to ceiling 4 0 1220 mm upper vent minimum distance to flammable trim or mantel is 30 762 non combustible
20. equirements The chimney must extend 3 feet above the level of roof penetration and a minimum of 2 feet higher than any roof surface within 10 feet Check with your local building officials for additional requirements for your area The condition of the chimney and height is very important we suggest a total minimum height of 15 4 5 m measured from the floor level on which the fireplace is installed Chimney This zero clearance fireplace must be installed in conjunction with a 6 six listed class A UL103HT for Canada CAN ULC S629 factory built chimney exiting through the ceil ing attic roof The chimney is essential to the functioning of the wood burning zero clear ance fireplace The chimney draft provides a partial vacuum in the fireplace This vacuum removes the smoke from the zero clearance fireplace provides air for the glass air wash which keeps the glass free of soot and brings in air for primary and secondary combustion The chimney draft is created by the differences in temperature inside and outside the UPDATED 09 20 2013 chimney The higher the temperature within the chimney the better the draft It is crucial therefore that the chimney is warmed through properly before closing the air control and limiting the combustion in the fireplace a brick chimney takes longer to warm through than a steel chimney On days where the weather and wind conditions create insufficient draft inside the chimney it is even more impo
21. f stone or special panels made of vermiculite Skamol e Smoke deflection plates e Glass e Gaskets All moving parts Damage to wearing parts will only be covered by the warranty if the buyer can show that the damage was present when the stove insert or fireplace was delivered Service amp Maintenance We recommend that you maintain the wood burning stove insert or fireplace and comply with the recommended inspections called for in the user instruction manual This will help to UPDATED 09 20 2013 37 ensure that the product functions problem free Claims All claims must be directed to the dealer from whom the wood burning stove insert or fireplace was purchased HWAM A S does not accept claims directly from the end user 8 Spare Parts Description Door Door complete side hung door 22 1687 Glass incl gasket for up swing door 22 1124 Glass incl gasket for side hung door 22 1683 Handle for door black incl screws for up swing door 22 1128 Handle for door black incl screws for side hung door 22 1684 Glass supporters for handle 2 pieces 22 1219 Glass supporters upper 2 pieces 22 1220 Locking device incl screws for up swing door 22 5040 Locking device incl screws for side hung door 22 1283 Roller for closing device incl screws and nuts 2 pieces 22 1239 Skamolex Refractory Set of skamolex without steel smoke plate 22 1255 Steel smoke plate with holes US version 22 5041 Autopilot Autop
22. he information on the label and in this manual the installation meets codes and can be approved This zero clearance fireplace must be installed in conjunction with a 6 six listed class A UL103HT for Canada CAN ULC S629 factory built chimney exiting through the ceiling attic roof For any unresolved questions about installation in the USA refer to the national Fire Protection Association s publication ANSI NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys Fireplaces Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances For installation in Canada refer to CSA CAN B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Applications and Equipment These standards are the basis for many national codes They are nationally recognized and are accepted by most UPDATED 09 20 2013 local authorities Your local dealer or your local building official may have a copy of these regulations WARNING CHECK ALL LOCAL BUILDING AND SAFETY CODES BEFORE INSTALLATION THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND APPROPRIATE CODE REQUIREMENTS MUST BE FOLLOWED EXACTLY AND WITHOUT COMPROMISE ALTERATIONS TO THE ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE ARE NOT ALLOWED DO NOT CONNECT THE ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE TO A CHIMNEY SYSTEM SERVING ANOTHER ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE APPLIANCE OR ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID THE MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY Room Requirements There must be a constant supply of fresh air to the room in which the zero clearance fireplace is to be insta
23. header amp non combustible fram above this header min 30 min 30 762 mm mm 762 mm Y i top of glass WARNING INSTALL HEARTH EXTENSION ONLY AS ILLUSTRATED if H is 14 856 mm or less then thermal protection r ng 6 stand off 2 38 is required lower vent Maintain 4 102 mm clearance gt HWAM 3055 ZC fireplace if H is greater than 14 356 mm then only ember protection is required bottom of glass H ember strip combustible floor required stand off es 12 42 305 mm mm 18 458 mm X UPDATED 09 20 2013 Hearth and Floor Protection The hearth and or floor protection required depends on the height of the zero clearance fireplace from the floor If this height H on the accompanying diagram is 14 inches 356 mm or less there must be a thermally rated non combustible hearth floor protector meeting or exceeding a thermal rating of k 42 or equivalent with a listed thickness of 1 26 mm minimum The covering must extend 12 805 mm in front of the zero clearance fireplace and 8 204 mm to each side measured from the edge of the glass door In addition ember protection must extend out another 6 153 mm so that a total of 18 458 mm is achieved WARNING Install hearth extension only as illustrated If H is greater than 14 inches then only ember protection is required and must extend 18 mm fr
24. ighting the zero clearance fireplace adding fuel to the fire or removing ash Refueling the Zero Clearance Fireplace When there are no more visible yellow flames and a bed of embers has been created you can fire again The layer of embers is suitable when the pieces of wood begin to disintegrate and the bottom of the zero clearance fireplace is covered by embers Put two or three pieces of wood weighing up to 2 lbs 1 kg each into the zero clearance fireplace The automatic control manages the regulation of the air supply The temperature can however be set up or down by pushing the primary air control either to the right or left respectively If the adjustment bar is set farther to the left combustion is reduced and the burning time is prolonged By pushing it to the right combustion is increased and burning time is shortened Do not add new firewood to the fire until the layer of embers is sufficiently low Maximum Amounts of Fuel The maximum allowed amount of fuel per hour is 5 Ibs 2 4 kg Should these limits be exceeded the zero clearance fireplace will no longer be covered by the factory guarantee and it may be damaged due to excessive heat The zero clearance fireplace has been approved for intermittent use Insufficient Firing If the fireproof materials in the combustion chamber are blackened after a heating session the zero clearance fireplace is polluting and the automatic air flow regulation system is not functioning pro
25. ilot box complete 22 1678 Sensor spiral incl axle 22 0546 Misc parts Handle for air adjustment 22 1688 Small smoke plate steel 22 1131 Smoke outlet 22 5042 Combustion chamber for stoves with side hung door 22 5043 Gasket Gasket for door 22 1032 Gasket for glass 22 1045 Gasket for autopilot box 22 0077 Special parts Chains for up swing door 2 pieces 22 1034 Tightening tool for door lift mechanism 22 1199 Brass washers for door lift mechanism 22 1205 UPDATED 09 20 2013 Dimensioned Drawing 1025 40 3 8 0 3 8 18 7 8 0 3 8 889 35 co pa oO q 657 __25 7 8 74 2 5 16 130 967 34 1 8 607 23 7 8 6 181 EE 505 19 7 8 19 16 7 1 8 867 34 1 8 17 1 16 17 1 16 5 1 8 UPDATED 09 20 2013 39 CAUTION IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED DO NOT DISCARD LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE HOMEOWNER Failure to follow the information in this manual may result in a fire causing property damage personal injury or death Read this booklet completely before installing or operating this appliance For use with solid wood fuel only This appliance has not been tested for the use of compressed wood logs or bricks Do not modify this appliance in any way Do not install gas logs in this appliance Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any othe
26. in accordance with the instructions Among other things this applies to the following Faults or Damage Arising through e Incorrect fitting installation or connection of the stove insert or fireplace e Incorrect operation incorrect use or misuse of the stove insert or fireplace e Fire accidents or similar situations e Repairs carried out by others than HWAM A S or authorized distributors e The use of spare parts not manufactured by HWAM A S e Lacking or inadequate service and maintenance e Changes made in the product or its accessories in relation to the original state and construction of the stove insert or fireplace e Construction modifications made to the wood burning stove insert or fireplace e If the serial number of the stove insert or fireplace has been damaged or removed e Deterioration of wearing parts and moving parts e Corrosion e Transport costs e Transport damage e Costs in connection with any dismantling and reassembling the stove insert or fireplace e Extra costs of any kind and any consequential damage that may occur Surface Treatment If the paint is defective this should become apparent after the first few firings In other respects no claims will be accepted related to the paint Wear Parts A number of parts of your wood burning stove insert or fireplace are designated as wear parts and are therefore not covered by the Warranty Wear parts include e Heat insulating material Either fireproo
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28. ld design and install such a system However some jurisdictions require the use of external combustion air In this case the HWAM 30 55 can be connected to an external combustion air system The fresh air system can be purchased separately The air system may be mounted vertically or horizontally depending on the best route for the supply duct The supply duct must take air from outside the building and it may not terminate in an attic space The exterior termination of the duct must be fitted with a hood containing a rodent screen This is provided in the optional kit Use a 4 diameter duct for runs up to 8 feet Use a 6 diameter duct for longer runs Also follow these rules e The entry point for the air must be lower than the firebox but high enough to avoid being blocked by snow leaves or other debris e Never take air from a garage or any area where combustible fluids or gases may be stored e The duct run should be as short and straight as possible e Never terminate the duct in an attic space UPDATED 09 20 2013 21 22 Horizontal Connection Perform the following steps for the outer case 8 wall hood with rodent screen e Break out the pre cut round plate 1 in the rear of the outer case 8 outwards e Mount the connecting pipe without gasket 2 in the rear of the casing so that the pipe s collar is located outside of the casing e Place the connector bushing 3 up against the rear of the c
29. le top plate upper vent location 4 ee wood studs non combustible stud and blocking non combustible heac platform 16 UPDATED 09 20 2013 frame install the fireplace according to the instructions in the section Step by Step Installation Instructions Then assemble the chimney according to the instructions of the chimney manufacturer Build the side frame s Build the side frames and provide blocking to support the vents if you are using side vents non combustible top plate wood studs non combustible studs and blocking non combustible header a Completed Framing of Fireplace Enclosure UPDATED 09 20 2013 17 Components Check the Assembly Before you start using the zero clearance fireplace you must ensure that all parts are fitted steel smoke correctly deflector plate e Secondary air baffle plate steel secondary air must lie on the rear plate baffle and on the slanting side plates It must fall into position in the track on the rear plate e Steel smoke deflector plate is mounted on two hooks To mount the plate lift it up and lead to the right until it is hanging on the two hooks HWAM Automatic Brilliant solutions are often simple little details which nevertheless make a huge difference in our everyday lives HWAM s patented automatic system consists of a small spring which automatically r
30. line naphtha or engine oil The zero clearance fireplace is hot while in operation Do not touch Keep children clothing and furniture away Contact may cause skin burns Use gloves when stoking the fire If you touch burning wood or ashes with your glove be sure to place the glove on a non combustible surface after use Live embers can stick to the glove and cause combustible surfaces to catch fire Do not connect this zero clearance fireplace to a chimney flue connected to another Zero Clearance Fireplace or appliance Do not connect to any air distribution duct or system e Do not install in a mobile home e Be sure to allow an adequate source of fresh air into the room where the zero clearance fireplace is operating e Do not operate the zero clearance fireplace without the firebox refractory plates properly installed UPDATED 09 20 2013 e Build fires directly on the refractory bottom plates inside the zero clearance fireplace Do not use grates irons or any other method to elevate the fire What to Do if You Have a Chimney Fire If you realize a chimney fire is occurring follow these steps e Get everyone out of the house including yourself e Call the fire department If you can do so without risk to yourself these additional steps may help save your home Remember however that homes are replaceable lives are not e Close the air controls on the zero clearance fireplace e Use a garden hose to spray down the
31. lled A window that opens or an adjustable air vent should suffice Please be aware that not all glass parts are heat resistant For this reason a glass wall should sometimes be treated as a flammable wall Contact your local chimney sweep or glass producer to hear at what distance the zero clearance fireplace should be kept from glass Venting and Clearances Installation Height The HWAM 3055 Zero Clearance fireplace may be installed at a range of heights from the floor The fireplace must be installed at least 10 254 mm above a combustible floor as measured from the bottom edge A of the glass If the fireplace is installed _ 127 305 mm so that the bottom edge of the glass door is 14 or less from a combustible floor then thermal floor protection is required See the section on Hearth and Floor Protection Do not install the fireplace in a room with a ceiling height of less than 7 0 2134 mm Do not install the fireplace with the top edge of the glass closer than 4 0 1220 mm to the ceiling ponang fireplace N Venting The enclosure that contains the fireplace must be vented with two vents The purpose of these vents is to keep the inside of the enclosure cool and also to bring more warm air into the room 2 51 mm minimum WARNING FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FOR VENTING THE ENCLOSURE EXACTLY FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A FIRE CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE AND LOSS OF LIFE UPDATED 09 20 2013 V
32. lthough feeding excessive amounts of fuel to the zero clearance fireplace should be avoided it is important to supply it with sufficient fuel to maintain a moderately hot fire this is particularly important since burning wood produces volatile substances Do not store wood within the installation clearances or within the space required for refueling or ash removal WARNING BURNING MATERIALS OTHER THAN NATURAL DRY WELL SEASONED WOOD MAY SHORTEN THE LIFE OF YOUR ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE AND POSSIBLY LEAD TO A DANGEROUS OVER FIRING CONDITION DO NOT BURN GARBAGE PARTICLE BOARD SCRAPS OR PRESSED LOGS USING BONDING AGENTS BECAUSE THEY CAN PRODUCE CONDITIONS WHICH WILL DETERIORATE METAL OVER FIRING THE ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE MAY CAUSE PAINT DISCOLORATION A WHITE GLAZE ON THE GLASS IS AN INDICATION OF OVER FIRING When you light up for the first time the zero clearance fireplace must be heated gradually This is very important Failure to do this may cause cracks to appear in the Skamol or problems with the paint Build a very small fire with small sticks weighing a total of 1 to 1 5 lbs Let the fire go completely out Then build a slightly larger fire with up to 2 5 lbs of wood and let the fire go out again You may then proceed to fire the zero clearance fireplace at a rate not to exceed 5 Ibs per hour The coating on the zero clearance fireplace will cure the first time the zero clearance fireplace is fired Open the door carefully otherwis
33. m the combustion chamber Lift the steel smoke deflector plate off of the hooks so that it can be removed Skamol Refractory The efficient but porous Skamol refractory in the combustion chamber may in time be worn and damaged Cracks in the Skamol will not affect the operation of the zero clearance fireplace However the Skamol should be replaced when due to wear and tear it has been reduced to less than half its original thickness How to remove the inner cassette Remove the secondary air baffle the Skamol on the floor of the unit and the smoke deflector anchor plate supplied by chimney a manufacturer A a EA i F gt t adhesive gasket hole drilled by outer case installer flue connector inner cassette sliding tube with handle push tube up to remove inner cas sette for servicing flue collar air wash slot plate Remove the two screws are under the skamol that attach the inner cassette to the outer case that Use the handle to push the sliding tube up into the flue connector You will now be able to slide the inner cassette forward Reverse the process to re install the inner UPDATED 09 20 2013 cassette Be certain to pull the sliding tube down so that it seats properly in the flue collar Reinsert the two screws that you removed to secure the inner cassette to the outer case WARNING FAILURE TO SEAT THE SLIDING TUBE MAY RESULT IN FLUE GASES
34. n withstand continuous temperatures up to 1390 F 754 C This temperature is well above the temperatures at which you will operate your zero clearance fireplace This zero clearance fireplace is designed to provide a flow of air over the inside of the glass This air combined with high temperatures helps keep the glass optimally clean When operating the zero clearance fireplace on low for extended periods of time the glass may become dirty A short hot fire will help clean off much of the normal soot buildup see section 5 Troubleshooting In order to keep glass soot free the moisture content of the wood must be between 15 and 18 Smoke Detectors HWAM strongly recommends installing smoke detectors throughout your home However do not install them too close to the zero clearance fireplace as the heat can activate them Protected Wall Reduced Clearances Local codes in some areas may allow reduced clearances when the zero clearance fireplace is installed adjacent to a protected wall system Your local building official must approve the variance Check your local building codes or with a qualified installer Room Ventilation and Combustion Air Supply Provide for an adequate supply of air for combustion Proper ventilation is essential when using a solid fuel burning appliance The combustion process uses oxygen from inside the dwelling and if there is not adequate make up air such as in newer homes which are well insulated and weather tigh
35. nobstructed Cover and secure any insulation inside the walls of the enclosure make certain that the air flow pathways to the vents are unobstructed UPDATED 09 20 2013 e The non combustible facing should extend 8 from the edge of the glass to each side and completely to the floor and ceiling below and above the fireplace e Be sure to leave holes for the vents non combustible facing 8 204 mm 8 204 mm e Install the upper and lower vents UPDATED 09 20 2013 25 26 Install the Door Glass e Install the hearth extension according to the instructions in the section Hearth and Floor Begin by installing the handle to the bottom of the door with the screws 6 mm x 12 mm provided Check that the rubber gaskets are in the proper place in the glass support brackets Slide the glass down into the glass support brackets that are part of the handle Be sure the painted side of the glass is towards the zero clearance fireplace It may help to tip the glass slightly away from the top of the door as you Slide it in Make sure the glass is centered on the door handle Slide the top support brackets over the top edge of the glass and fasten to the door with the screws provided Protection rubber gasket UPDATED 09 20 2013 3 Operating the HWAM 3055 Zero Clearance Fireplace The zero clearance fireplace is hot while in operation Do not touch Keep children clothing and furniture away Con
36. ollar underside facing the bottom plate The cut out in the bottom plate leaves room for the clamp when it is turned correctly Pull the insulation sleeve 6 over the flexi hose 4 Perform the following steps for the insert Break off the pre cut rectangular plate 7 in the automatic cassette cover 8 Fasten the cover 8 on the automatic cassette 9 using two self tapping screws 10 one on either side of the cover Fasten the box 11 to the automatic cassette cover 8 using two screws 12 in the pre drilled holes e When the casing 13 has been mounted push the insert 14 into the casing Make sure it clicks into place in the bottom plate Install the Ember protection strip bottom of glass HWAM 3055 ZC fireplace non combustible facing of fireplace enclosure L shaped non combustible ember strip required under hearth extension and behind non combustible facing hearth extension combustible floor 3 UPDATED 09 20 2013 23 24 e Apply a non combustible facing to the front of the enclosure if this wall is insulated it must be sheathed to pre vent insulation from falling into enclosure WARNING chimney enclosure must be completely unobstructed to allow free air flow do not insulate or place any structure in the enclo sure Cut away View Before applying the non combustible facing check to be certain that the inside of the enclosure is u
37. om the front of the zero clearance fireplace and 8 200mm to each side measured from the edge of the glass door Using Alternate Material As Floor Hearth Protection The hearth extension or alternate material used as a floor hearth protector must be constructed of a durable noncombustible material having an equal or better thermal conductivity value lower k value of k 42 BTU IN FT2 HR F or a thermal resistance that equals or exceeds r 2 38 With these values determine the minimum thickness of the alternate material required using the formula s and shown in Table 1 Note Any noncombustible material having a minimum thickness of 1 26 mm whose k value is less than 42 or whose r value is more than 2 38 is acceptable If the alternate material used has a higher k value or lower r value will require a greater thickness of the material used In some cases if the k value is less or the r value higher a thinner material may be used Methods of determining floor protection equivalents To determine the thickness required for the alternate material when either the k value or r value is known use either the k formula or r formula Example If Micore 300 Mineral Fiber Board is to be used for the floor protection how thick must this material be e kM k value per inch of alternate material e rM r value per inch of alternate material e TM minimum thickness required for alternate material e TS standard thickness of
38. perly The bar must therefore be pushed to the right Also it may be necessary to burn more wood Prolonged Burning Time Prolong the burning time by burning a few at least 2 very large pieces of wood whilst at the same time closing the temperature controls down To extend burning time the primary air control should be regulated down to the half open position Shutting the control down further may result in the glass sooting up UPDATED 09 20 2013 29 30 When Burning Is Complete When the zero clearance fireplace is not in use push the primary air control all the way to the left How To Achieve The Best Combustion e Use clean and dry wood e Wet wood results in inefficient combustion plenty of smoke and soot Furthermore the heat will dry the wood not heat up the room e The fire should only be stoked with a little wood at a time e You achieve the best combustion by starting up a fire often and using only a little wood If you use too much firewood it will take some time before the temperature reaches a level where you achieve a good combustion e You should also make sure that there is plenty of air especially in the beginning so the temperature in the zero clearance fireplace climbs quickly In this way the gasses and particles released during the combustion will be consumed by the fire Otherwise they build up soot in the chimney constituting a chimney fire risk or will be released in a non combusted state into th
39. r appliance Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified Failure to comply may cause a house fire Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation and for some time after the fire has gone out Supervise children around this appliance Warn children and adults about high temperatures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials Keep clothing furniture draperies and other combustible materials away Do not install in a factory built fireplace In Canada Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this appliance Z d I DO NOT OPERATE WITH THE DOOR OPEN WARNING THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO THIS FIREPLACE CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING Use of this product may produce smoke which contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm A rol WARNING THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED FOR USE WITH A CHASE ABOVE THE ROOF TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE DO NOT INSTALL A CHASE ABOVE THE ROOF ADANGER ik
40. re manual carefully before you install and use your new HWAM wood burning zero clearance fireplace FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE This manual contains important user information Keep this manual with the Fireplace after installation is complete Safety and Environmental Testing The HWAM 3055 zero clearance fireplace has been tested by Intertek Testing Services of Fairview Oregon and is safety listed by Intertek to UL 127 ULC S610 The serial number is fixed to the fireplace and to the guarantee card If you need to contact the factory please refer to this serial number Items Included 1 instruction and maintenance manual 1 guarantee card 1 oven mitten glass for the door door handle glass mounting brackets gasket for anchor plate ember strip door adjustment tool for upswing door and screws for the glass mounting brackets CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS FOR INFORMATION ON RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA WARNINGS e Keep door closed during firing in this zero clearance fireplace Use a metal container with a tight fitting lid to dispose of ashes Never use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this fireplace Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace while it is in use e Do not burn garbage or flammable fluids such as gaso
41. roof not the chimney so the fire won t spread to the rest of the structure e Once it s over call a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep to inspect for damage Chimney fire damage and repair is normally covered by homeowner insurance policies 2 Installation WARNING IF YOUR HWAM WOOD BURNING ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OPERATED AND MAINTAINED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT FOR YOUR SAFETY FOLLOW ALLINSTALLATION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DIRECTIONS Pre Installation Check List Before you begin an installation read the entire manual and review your plans and check to see that e Your zero clearance fireplace will be far enough from combustible material to meet all clearance requirements The floor protection will be large enough and can be constructed properly to meet all requirements e You have all necessary permits from your local authorities Your local building official is the final authority for approving your installation as safe and in determining that it meets all local and state building and safety codes The metal label permanently attached to the back of every HWAM wood burning zero clearance fireplace shows that it has been tested to current UL and ULC safety standards and gives the name of the testing laboratory Clearance and installation information is also printed on the label Local authorities will generally accept the label as evidence that when the zero clearance fireplace is installed according to t
42. rtant to warm up the chimney as quickly as possible The trick is to quickly get some flames going Split the wood into extra fine pieces use an extra firelighter etc If the fireplace has not been used for a long period it is important to check that the chimney pipe is not blocked Chimney Configurations Off Set Configuration Minimum height 3 feet 0 91 meters Maximum height 40 feet 12 19 meters maximium number of elbows is 4 30 degrees Straight Configuration Maximum offset 6 feet 3 04 meters Minimum height 3 feet 0 91 meters g Minimum height 15 feet 4 57 meter UPDATED 09 20 2013 Chimney Assembly Storm collar Roof Flashing Roof ony Bracket Under Flasing EA yoo Multi purpose cap Elbow straps or tee supports are required to support weight of offset and to relieve stress on elbows Must be attached to framing or other structural support Chimney Sections Additional elbow straps required for each chimney section used in offset Observe chimney manufacturer s requiements fo framing clearances Additional framing not shown for clarity _ N Chimney i Sections Ceiling support box or strap
43. s required to support weight of chimney Do not support the chimney with the fireplace Adapter plate supplied by chimney manufacturer HWAM 3055 Zero Clear ance Fireplace 14 UPDATED 09 20 2013 Framing the Fireplace Enclosure Refer to the dimensioned drawing inside the back cover Follow these steps to build the fireplace enclosure Decide how high the fireplace will be off the finished floor Check the ceiling height to be sure that it is at least 7 0 2134 mm Do not install the fireplace with the top edge of the glass closer than 4 0 1220 mm to the ceiling If the finished floor and its structural supporting frame is made of a combustible material then the fireplace must be installed so that the lower edge of the glass is at least 10 254 mm from the floor In addition if the lower edge of the glass is less than 14 356 mm from the floor you must construct a hearth extension that provides thermal protection of at least r 2 38 In addition to the thermal protection all installations near a combustible floor regardless of installation height require a non combustible ember protection that extends 18 in front of and 8 to each side of the fireplace If the finish floor and its structural support is non combustible a concrete floor for example you may install the fireplace in its lowest position with the bottom stand offs resting directly on the floor Do no
44. t it may be difficult to obtain an adequate draft in your chimney caused by a shortage of air in the house To correct this it may be necessary to crack a window on the windward side of the dwelling or provide combustion air to a nearby floor wall vent fresh air duct or directly to the zero clearance fireplace Please refer to your local building codes CAUTION Fireplace use may result in reduced combustion or ventilation air to other appliances operating in the home UPDATED 09 20 2013 20 Step by Step Installation Instructions CAUTION FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY USE ONLY QUALITY MATERIALS FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A HOUSE FIRE CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH Summary e Check to make sure the fireplace enclosure and the fireplace platform have been constructed according to the directions in the section called Framing the Fireplace Enclosure e Unpack the zero clearance fireplace e Check the contents e Put the glass in a safe place anchor plate supplied by chimney manufacturer sheet metal screw adhesive gasket outer case hole drilled by installer Le inner cassette Hf t sliding tube with handle push tube up to remove inner cas sette for servicing Zo PNN Place the anchor plate supplied by the chimney manufacturer on top of the fireplace and m
45. t modify the fireplace by removing any of the stand offs Modifying the fireplace is strictly prohibited Failure to obey this rule may result in a house fire causing property damage injury or loss of life Decide vent locations You have two vent locations above and below the fireplace on the face of the enclosure The lower vent must not be installed closer than 2 51 mm above the floor or top of the hearth extension The upper vent s may not be installed closer than 12 805 mm to the ceiling and must be at least 6 0 1828 mm above the floor platform wood framing Build the platform Build the platform at the height necessary to place the fireplace at the desired installation height Subtract 4 5 8 118 mm from the desired installation height to obtain the height of the top of the platform The platform should be constructed of 2 x 4 joists at 16 on center with a 1 2 plywood top Check to make sure that the top is level UPDATED 09 20 2013 Alternate Platform Use when lower vent is not placed directly adjacent to the fireplace Use when installing the optional cantilevred stone hearth See the hearth manual for details Build the front frame Build the front frame and be sure to use non combustible headers and studs above the fireplace Light gauge steel framing is suitable for this application Add blocking as required to frame the vent openings When you have finished building the front non combustib
46. tact may cause skin burns Use gloves when stoking the fire WARNING IF YOU TOUCH BURNING WOOD OR ASHES WITH YOUR GLOVE BE SURE TO PLACE THE GLOVE ON A NON COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE AFTER USE LIVE EMBERS CAN STICK TO THE GLOVE AND CAUSE COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES TO CATCH FIRE RESULTING IN INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF LIFE WARNING DO NOT USE GASOLINE LIGHTER FLUID KEROSENE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS TO START OR FRESHEN A FIRE IN THE ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE FIREPLACE WHILE IT IS IN USE Fueling the Wood burning Zero Clearance Fireplace Your HWAM wood burning fireplace is designed for burning dry natural well seasoned wood only Wood should be stored in a dry place for at least two years before being used for fuel Some trees have very high moisture content and it is necessary to thoroughly dry the wood Cutting and splitting the wood then stacking it with both ends of the stick exposed can speed up the drying process More drying occurs through the end than through the sides even when the wood is split We recommend that the moisture content of the wood be between 15 18 If your wood sizzles or you see bubbles coming from the end of the logs the wood is not dry Green or uncured wood does not work well as fuel and can cause increased creosote buildup The value of green wood as a source of heat is limited Do not overload use kindling wood or mill ends for primary fuel as this may cause over firing A
47. tewsiecevestdeahaderesldeteadv rast ictennedieter manta 12 Chimney Configurations sinc cass Simcoe em ch na eb ss emcees ieia E te cent ee eetewad ade EEEE 13 Chimney Assembly sistrscastetsnctucatncthantsntssttan tisalantihan ania tubian tastahunbdeaiCabncbsaintahnetasiaiates 14 Framing the Fireplace ENnClo Sure viviiicisssiccscccensusweasvehsecesatiwtlawsbsasanebyatbscnds taweneweniwaws 15 RES OTE GMS esen eee asa e E ae 18 Step by Step Installation Instructions siesccciesscccetetedscteteetereccttasteisteedaradeceaniaiences 20 Optional External Combustion Air System ceccecceeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeneeeeeeee 22 3 Operating the HWAM 3055 Zero Clearance Fireplace 0 0 27 Fueling the Wood burning Zero Clearance Fireplace cccccseeeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 27 Controlling the COMDUSHON risscesd cote scat swore vancacgeswnevedursaGenvedewialeecennanet ites 28 Starting the Zero Clearance Fireplace ccccccceeeeeeeeceeeeeecteeeeeeeeenteeeeees 29 Refueling the Zero Clearance Fireplace 2 cc cceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeneaeeeeeeenneeeeeeesenneeeees 29 NANA EA alec ees uc neace pacha vt nea ats wnat eae nasal dna ne AAE 30 ASh Disposal and SV A gers aes ere EENE 31 4 Maintenance cca coos ctckdeces enntedesenpeenastezas de eeneeeeaerteecdcextbeteteddactdecteateevicemnedeeeeee 31 Service INSDECIION serieen iextdacwncernnndiebacartonndepncenanah comademmentaearnenaantamaansamames 31 Seasonal Clean
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