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3. This fireplace may be installed in sleeping rooms EX wood burning inserts can be installed in this fireplace CEPT in manufactured homes If installed with a gas log Follow the instructions provided with the accessory for set provisions for the National Fuel Gas Code must be operation met WARNING Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with DO NOT install unvented gas logs the optional components specified in this manual These optional components may be purchased separately and installed at a later date An outside air kit gas log set gas insert or gas log lighter should be installed at the time of fireplace installation Damper must be locked open Gas flame may generate fumes Heatilator is a registered trademark of Hearth amp Home Technologies Warning Risk of Fire For use with solid wood fuel only Other fuels may and generate poisonous gases i e carbon monoxide 6 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 Important Safety and Operating Information A Fireplace Safety Most problems are caused by improper installation and op eration of the fireplace To provide reasonable fire safety the following should be given serious consideration The fire should be supervised whenever the fireplace is in use An annual inspection should be performed on the fireplace system Install at least one smoke detector on e
4. 215th Street West Lakeville MN 55044 www heatilator com Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns For the number of your nearest Heatilator dealer please visit www heatilator com NOTES CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Important operating Read understand and follow Leave this manual with and maintenance these instructions for safe party responsible for use instructions included installation and operation and operation This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents United States 5000162 5016609 5076254 5113843 5191877 5218953 5263471 5328356 5341794 5347983 5413089 5429495 5452708 5542407 5890485 5931661 5941237 5947112 5996575 6006743 6019099 6048195 6053165 6145502 6170481 6237588 6296474 6374822 6413079 6439226 6484712 6543698 6550687 6601579 6672860 6688302 6688302B2 6715724B2 6729551 6736133 6748940 6748942 6769426 6774802 6796302 6840261 6848441 6863064 6866205 6869278 6875012 6880275 6908039 6919884 7047962 7216645 D320652 D445174 D462436 Canada 1297749 2195264 2225408 2313972 Australia 780250 780403 1418504 or other U S and foreign patents pending Printed in U S A Copyright 2012 24 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14
5. appliance some changes in color of interior and exterior surface finishes may occur This is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty Damage to printed plated or enameled surfaces caused by fingerprints accidents misuse scratches melted items or other external sources and residues left on the plated surfaces from the use of abrasive cleaners or polishes Repair or replacement of parts that are subject to normal wear and tear during the warranty period These parts include paint wood pellet and coal gaskets firebricks grates flame guides batteries and the discoloration of glass Minor expansion contraction or movement of certain parts causing noise These conditions are normal and com plaints related to this noise are not covered by this warranty Damages resulting from 1 failure to install operate or maintain the appliance in accordance with the installation instructions operating instructions and listing agent identification label furnished with the appliance 2 failure to install the appliance in accordance with local building codes 3 shipping or improper handling 4 improper opera tion abuse misuse continued operation with damaged corroded or failed components accident or improperly incorrectly performed repairs 5 environmental conditions inadequate ventilation negative pressure or drafting caused by tightly sealed constructions insufficient make up air supply or handling devices such as exhaust fans or
6. change the amount of draft in the entire system If the fire is hard to start and smoke spills out of the fire place or you find it difficult to establish and maintain a moderately high burn rate then the flue draft is too low and corrective measures must be taken Be sure you have air available for combustion and that your firewood is dry and well seasoned Build your fires properly and according to the instructions given in op erating instructions Starting a Fire Be sure your flue system is installed correctly and that it is the proper di ameter and height Check for the following All chimney sections are properly installed The chimney is clean and free of creosote or soot buildup Make sure overhanging trees and branches are cut back within ten feet of the top of the chimney and the chimney is free of debris from animals Ensure the chimney cap is clean and free of any buildup of soot or creosote if cap is equipped with a spark arrestor screen The wood being used in dry and well seasoned If you still suspect you have a low draft problem it may be necessary to increase the volume of air in your flue system Since the diameter of your flue system is matched with the size of the flue collar and should not be changed then the height of the system must be in creased Add chimney sections one at a time until the draft improves In some cases regardless of what you do it can still be difficult to establis
7. to the purchase price of the product This warranty is subject to conditions exclusions and limitations as described below WARRANTY PERIOD Warranty coverage begins on the date of original purchase In the case of new home construction warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent authorized HHT dealer distributor whichever occurs earlier The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product shipment from HHT regardless of the installation or occupancy date The warranty period for parts and labor for covered components is produced in the following table The term Limited Lifetime in the table below is defined as 20 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for gas appliances and 10 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for wood pellet and coal appliances These time periods reflect the minimum expected useful lives of the designated components under normal operating conditions Warranty Period Period HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting EPA Components Covered Parts Labor Wood Pellet Wood Coal Electric Venting All parts and material except as 4 Vau X X X X X X X covered by Conditions Exclusions and Limitations listed Igniters electronic components 2 4 and glass 29686 x x LX LL LL Eactoreinstalled bowers x 1 _____________ refra
8. EN OR CLOSED ONLY WHEN BURNING A DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE NITHE FIREPLACE IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING CONTACT HEARTH amp HOME TECHNOLOGIES ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION 7571 215th Street West Lakeville MN 55044 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 3 B LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth amp Home Technologies LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth amp Home Technologies on behalf of its hearth brands HHT extends the following warranty for HHT gas wood pellet coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer WARRANTY COVERAGE HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation and to any transferee taking ownership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase that the HHT appliance will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture After installation if covered compo nents manufactured by HHT are found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the applicable warranty period HHT will at its option repair or replace the covered components HHT at its own discretion may fully discharge all of its obligations under such warranties by replacing the product itself or refunding the verified purchase price of the product itself The maximum amount recoverable under this warranty is limited
9. Owner s Manual Operation and Care INSTALLER Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation OWNER Retain this manual for future reference Contact your dealer with questions on installation operation or service NOTICE DO NOT discard thi 1 A WARNING If the information in these F eatilator instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death The first in fireplaces Model s DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flam U L mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this EL36 L7US or any other appliance DO NOT overfire Overfiring will void your warranty LISTED Comply with all minimum clearances to com bustibles as specified Failure to comply may cause house fire A WARNING 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 fireplace Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials WOODBURNING FIREPLACE Keep clothing furniture draperies and other flammable materials away Installation and service of this fireplace should be pA AYXARNNG o N performed by qualified personnel Hearth amp Hom
10. ach floor of your home to ensure your safety Install a conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher near the fireplace e Devise a practiced evacuation plan consisting of at least two escape routes Devise a plan to deal with a chimney fire Evacuate Notify the fire department WARNING Risk of Fire Hearth amp Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by the following actions DO NOT operate damaged fireplace modify fireplace Overfire install any unvented gas log set install any component not approved by Hearth amp Home Technologies install parts or components not Listed or approved operate the fireplace without fully assembling all components Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage 1 Clear Space Combustible materials must not be stored on the hearth extension Room furnishings such as drapes curtains chairs or other combustibles must be at least 4 ft 1219 mm from the front of the fireplace Combustible materials are materials made of or sur faced with any of the following materials Wood Compressed paper Plant fibers Plastic Plywood OSB Drywall Any material that can ignite and burn flame proofed or not plastered or un plastered Non combustible materials are materials which will not ignite and burn composed of any combinat
11. and chimney Even dry wood contains at least 1596 moisture by weight and should be burned hot enough to keep the chimney hot for as long as it takes to dry the wood out about one hour To tell if wood is dry enough to burn check the ends of the logs If there are cracks radiating in all directions from the center it is dry If your wood sizzles in the fire even though the surface is dry it may not be fully cured Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 11 3 Seasoning Seasoned firewood is nothing more than wood that is cut to size split and air dried to a moisture content of around 2096 The time it takes to season wood varies from around nine months for soft woods to as long as eighteen months for hardwoods The key to seasoning wood is to be sure it has been split exposing the wet interior and increasing the surface area of each piece A tree that was cut down a year ago and not split is likely to have almost as high a moisture content now as it did when it was cut To season wood e Outlogs to size e Split to 6 in 152 mm or less Air dry to a moisture content of around 2096 Soft wood about nine months Hard wood about eighteen months NOTICE Seasoning time may vary depending on drying conditions Storing Wood Splitting wood before it is stored reduces drying time The following guideline will ensure properly seasoned wood e Stack the wood to allow air to circulat
12. ation Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs Hardwood vs Softwood D First Fire E Lighting Instructions ON 4 Maintenance and Service mmoou z Chimney Inspection Creosote Chimney Cleaning Grate Glass Cleaning Ash Removal Refractory Firebrick 5 Troubleshooting A FAQs 6 Reference Materials gt C Service Parts Accessories Contact Information Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 14 15 16 16 16 16 18 20 22 24 Welcome Read this manual before installing or operating this fireplace Please retain this owner s manual for future references A Congratulations Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator wood burning This Owner s Manual should be retained for future refer fireplace The Heatilator fireplace you have selected is ence We suggest that you keep it with your other impor designed to provide the utmost in safety and reliability tant documents and product manuals As the owner of a new fireplace you ll want to read and Your new Heatilator wood burning fireplace will give you carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this years of durable use and trouble free enjoyment Wel Owner s Manual Pay special attention to all Cautions and come to the Heatilator family of fireplace products Warnings Heatilator is a registered trademark of Hearth amp Home Technologies Loca
13. ctory panels 3yes V 7 x 1 1 Firpotsandbumpots 5years tyear ___ x 1 Castings and baffles Manifold tubes 7 gt emm 5 y y Lifetime INERERERERERERENEC beyond warranty period See conditions exclusions and limitations on next page 4021 645F 02 18 13 Page 1 of 2 4 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 CONDITIONS This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites This warranty is only valid while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation This warranty is only valid in the country in which the HHT authorized dealer or distributor that sold the appliance resides Contact your installing dealer for warranty service If the installing dealer is unable to provide necessary parts contact the nearest HHT authorized dealer or supplier Additional service fees may apply if you are seeking warranty service from a dealer other than the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call Travel and shipping charges for parts are not covered by this warranty WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not cover the following Changes in surface finishes as a result of normal use As a heating
14. ds on the quality of the firewood you use One species of wood varies very little to the other in terms of energy content All sea wood contains about 8 000 BTU s per pound Hardwoods have a greater density than softwoods a piece of hardwood will contain about 60 more BTU s than an equal size piece of softwood A cord of sea soned oak hardwood would contain about 60 more potential energy than a cord of seasoned pine soft wood Most softwoods are coniferous These are trees with needle like leaves that stay green all year and carry their seeds exposed in a cone Examples of conifer ous trees are Douglas fir pine spruce and cedar Soft woods being more porous require less time to dry burn faster and are easier to ignite than hardwoods Hardwoods are deciduous trees broadleaf trees that lose their leaves in the fall Their seeds are usually found within a protective pod or enclosure Some ex amples of deciduous trees are oak maple apple and birch However it should be noted that there are some deciduous trees that are definitely not considered hard woods such as poplar aspen and alder Hardwoods require more time to season burn slower and are usu ally harder to ignite than softwoods Obviously you will use the type of wood that is most readily available in your area However if at all possible the best arrange ment is to have a mix of softwood and hardwood This way you can use the softwood for starting the f
15. e WA ING Technologies recommends NFI certified profes Fire Risk sionals or technicians supervised by an For use with solid wood fuel only NFI certified professional Wood Energy CERTIFIED Technical Training Other fuels may overfire and generate poisonous gases i e carbon monoxide Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 1 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 fireplace or to property Welcome A Congratulations B LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Product Specific and General Information A Appliance Certification B Vented Gas Log Sets Gas Inserts Gas Log Lighters and Wood burning Inserts Table of Contents wo 6 6 Important Safety and Operating Information A Fireplace Safety 1 Grate Refractory Firescreen Flue Damper Glass Doors Over Firing Your Fireplace Chimney Fire 4 Clear Space B General Operating Parts 1 2 3 Flue Damper Outside Air optional Glass Doors C Fuel 1 Moisture content Seasoning Storing Wood Burning Process Creosote Form
16. e freely around and through the woodpile Elevate the woodpile off the ground to allow air circulation underneath The smaller the pieces the faster the drying process Any piece over 6 in 152 mm in diameter should be split Wood should be stacked so that both ends of each piece are exposed to air since more drying occurs through the cut ends than the sides This is true even with wood that has been split Store wood under cover such as in a shed or covered with a tarp plastic tar paper sheets of scrap plywood etc as uncovered wood can absorb water from rain or snow delaying the seasoning process Avoid covering the sides and ends completely Doing so may trap moisture from the ground and impede air circulation 12 5 Burning Process Fire requires fuel air and heat If heat is robbed from the fireplace during the drying stage the new load of wood has reduced the chances for a good clean burn Always burn dry seasoned firewood Creosote Formation 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 newly started or a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue ac cumulates on the flue lining When ignited creosote creates an extremely hot fire which may damage the chimney or even destroy the house The chimney shall be inspected at least annually be fo
17. earth amp Home Technologies recommends that NFI or CSIA certified professionals or technicians under the direction of certified professionals conduct a minimum of an NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection of the chimney Replace components of the chimney and fireplace as specified by the professionals Ensure all joints are properly engaged and the chimney is properly secured WARNING Risk of Fire A chimney fire can perma nently damage your chimney system Failure to re place damaged components and make proper repairs can cause a structure fire Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 A WARNING 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 fireplace Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials Keep clothing furniture draperies and other flammable materials away CAUTION If you expect that children may come into contact with this fireplace we recommend a barrier such as a decorative screen See your dealer for suggestions B General Operating Parts WARNING DO NOT operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions Failure to operate fire place according to operating instructions cou
18. forced air furnaces or other such causes 6 use of fuels other than those specified in the operating instructions 7 installation or use of components not supplied with the appliance or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by 8 modification of the appliance not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing and or 9 interruptions or fluctuations of electrical power supply to the appliance Non HHT venting components hearth components or other accessories used in conjunction with the appliance Any part of a pre existing fireplace system in which an insert or a decorative gas appliance is installed HHT s obligation under this warranty does not extend to the appliance s capability to heat the desired space Informa tion is provided to assist the consumer and the dealer in selecting the proper appliance for the application Consider ation must be given to appliance location and configuration environmental conditions insulation and air tightness of the structure This warranty is void if The appliance has been over fired or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine fluorine or other damaging chemicals Over firing can be identified by but not limited to warped plates or tubes rust colored cast iron bubbling cracking and discoloration of steel or enamel finishes The appliance is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation There is any damage to the appliance or other component
19. h a non abrasive glass cleaner Use a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or a commercially available oven cleaner Remove any oven cleaner residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water E Ash Removal Frequency As necessary By Homeowner Tools Needed Covered metal container metal shovel fireplace broom WARNING Risk of Fire DO NOT remove ashes until the fire is out and the fireplace is cold Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight fitting lid 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 f the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled F Refractory Firebrick Frequency By Tools Needed Inspect condition of brick Replace if crumbly or otherwise deteriorated or if cracks exceed 1 4 in 6 mm 16 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 Troubleshooting Can t get fire started Not enough kindling paper or no Use dry kindling more paper Arrange kindling amp wood fo Excessive smoke or spillage kindling paper air movement Burns too slowly Damper closed not fully open Open damper Smolders sizzles F Not enough air for fire to ignite Check for restricted cap shroud Open air kit if installed Pre warm flue before starting fi
20. h the proper flue draft This is espe cially evident when using an exterior factory built chim ney or exterior masonry chimney Try holding a burning rolled up newspaper as close to the flue outlet as pos sible for a few minutes then light the paper under the kindling The heat generated from the burning rolled up newspaper should help get the draft established Still other factors can affect how well your flue system performs Neighboring structures high winds tall trees even hillsides can affect air currents around the chim ney Well designed chimney caps are available that can help Your fireplace dealer is the local expert in your area He can usually make suggestions or discover problems that can be easily corrected allowing your fireplace to operate correctly as it has been designed providing safe and economical heat for your home Contact your dealer for additional informa tion regarding operation and troubleshoot ing Visit www heatilator com to find a dealer Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 Another appliance in home also exhausting air furnace fan Unsealed dryer etc can lights Overhanging tree Bird s nest or leaves termination Overhead fan 3 operating Air register from furnace near fireplace Doors opening and closing Window closed for start up Combu
21. ion of the following Steel Brick Tile Concrete Slate Glass Plasters WARNING Risk of Fire Keep combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of the fireplace DO NOT store flammable materials close to the fireplace use gasoline lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this fireplace 40 1 2 in 1029 mm Clear space bottom o fireplace to lower edg of mantel or trim 48 in 1219 mm Clear Space Front of Fireplace 12 305 mm Clear Space Da Sides of Fireplace from the FP opening Figure 3 1 Clear Space Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 7 Grate This fireplace is designed to be used with the supplied grate or one approved by HHT WARNING Risk of Fire Use only the factory sup plied integral grate Keeps logs in place Allows proper air circulation around the fire Refractory The refractory is supplied to contain heat and provide an attractive interior It will break down over time and will need occasional replacement Small hairline cracks and discoloration are normal and do not affect its safety WARNING Risk of Fire DO NOT burn fireplace with out refractory Use only refractory supplied by Hearth amp Home Technologies Firescreen The firescreen is provided to control sparks Keep it cl
22. ire giv ing off quick heat to bring the fireplace up to operating temperature Add the hardwood for slow even heat and longer burn time Soft woods Hard woods Douglas Fir Oak Pine Maple Spruce Apple Cedar Birch Poplar Aspen Alder WARNING Risk of Fire DO NOT burn wet or green wood Wet unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of creosote Moisture content The majority of the problems fireplace owners expe rience are caused by trying to burn wet unseasoned wood Freshly cut wood can be as much water as it is wood having a moisture content of around 50 Imag ine a wooden bucket that weighs about 8 pounds Fill it with a gallon of water put it in the firebox and try to burn it This sounds ridiculous but that is exactly what you are doing if you burn unseasoned wood Dead wood lying on the forest floor should be considered wet and requires full seasoning time Standing dead wood can be considered to be about two thirds seasoned if cut at the dry time of the year Burning wet unseasoned wood will produce less heat output because it requires energy in the form of heat to evaporate the water trapped inside This is wasted energy that should be used for heating your home This moisture evaporates in the form of steam which has a cooling effect in your firebox and chimney system When combined with tar and other organic vapors from burning wood it will form creosote which condenses in the relatively cool firebox
23. l Dealer Information DEALER Fill in your name address Dealer Name phone and e mail Address information here and fireplace information below Fireplace Information Brand Model Name Serial Number Date Installed Listing Label Information Location The model information regarding your specific fireplace can be found on the rating plate usually located in the control area of the fireplace Serial Fireplace Number Grats Model WARNING RISK OF 8 FIREDAMABE MODEL NO MODEL NO MFG DATE GRATE WITH HEARTH amp HOME LISTED TECHNOLOGIES FIRECHAMBER INTENDED FOR USE WITH HEARTH amp HOME TECHNOLOGIES LISTED FIREPLACE PARTS SEE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS MODEL ONLY HEARTH amp HOME TECHNOLOGIES GLASS DOOR KITS CAN BE INSTALLED ON THIS UNIT FIREPLACE ALSO FOR USE CLEARANCE TO CHIMNEY IN MANUFACTURED HOMES ves wo COMBUSTIBLES 2 F REBOX RATED AT MODEL NO amp 115 VOLTS 50 60 Hz AMP DO NOT OVERFIRE USE ONLY SOLID WOOD FUELOR WARNING THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED LISTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE DO NOT USE A GAS LOG SET TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY DO NOT FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO FIREPLACE SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT IF DOORS ARE USED OPERATE FIREPLACE WITH DOORS FULLY WARNING THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT FOR USE AS COOKING EQUIPMENT OP
24. ld cause fire or injury Outside Air Control Handle Figure 3 2 General Operating Parts Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 9 1 Flue Damper 3 Glass Doors Refer to Figure 3 2 for location and operation of control Glass doors are optional Before lighting the fireplace verify fully open position Refer to Figure 2 2 for how to properly use them by looking up from the inside of the fireplace FULLY OPEN PARTLY OPEN CORRECT INCORRECT 2 Outside Air optional The outside air kit supplies some combustion air for your fireplace It may help reduce the effects of nega tive air pressure SS e Refer to Figure 3 2 for location of control Close the inlet to prevent cold drafts when the fireplace is not being used FULLY CLOSED PARTLY CLOSED INCORRECT CAUTION Risk of Burns The outside air control handle is HOT when fireplace is in operation Adjust BEFORE lighting fire x W Figure 3 4 Operating Positions of Bi fold Doors 10 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 C Fuel WARNING For use with solid wood fuel only Other fuels may overfire and generate poisonous gases i e carbon monoxide 1 Hardwood vs Softwood Your fireplace s performance depen
25. m a tent on the fireplace grate e Pre warm the flue to establish a draft to help reduce smoke spillage during start up Hold a rolled up piece of burning newspaper under the flue damper for a few moments Light the crumpled paper to ignite the kindling Add small pieces of wood until a hot bed of embers has been established Add a minimum of three average size pieces of split firewood placed to allow combustion air and flames between them WARNING Risk of Fire Keep combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of the fireplace DO NOT store flammable materials close to the fireplace use gasoline lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this fireplace Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 13 Maintenance and Service WARNING Hot Surfaces Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down DO NOT clean fireplace until it is cooled WARNING Risk of Asphyxiation and Fire Annual inspection by qualified technician recommended Check condition of doors surrounds and fronts condition of glass and glass assembly obstructions of combustion and ventilation air obstructions of termination cap Clean glass air passageways grilles A Chimney Inspection Frequency As necessary at least annually before lighting fireplace or once every two mon
26. osed when the fireplace in use WARNING Risk of Fire or Burns Screen will not prevent burning materials from falling out Screen pulls or handles may be hot Flue Damper The flue damper must be in the fully opened position during operation of the fireplace WARNING Risk of Fire and Asphyxiation Open damper prior to operating fireplace A closed damper overtires the fireplace and spills smoke and flames into the room Glass Doors Glass doors are optional WARNING Risk of Fire Install ONLY doors approved by Hearth amp Home Technologies WARNING Risk of Fire and Smoke Fireplace equipped with doors should be operated only with doors fully open or doors fully closed If doors are left partly open gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace opening 7 Over Firing Your Fireplace WARNING Risk of Fire Do not over fire Over firing may ignite creosote or will damage the fireplace and chimney To prevent over firing your fireplace DO NOT use flammable liquids overload with wood burn trash or large amounts of scrap lumber permit too much air to the fire Symptoms of over firing may include one or more of the following chimney connector or fireplace glowing roaring rumbling noises loud cracking or banging sounds metal warping chimney fire Chimney Fire In the event of a chimney fire e Havethe chimney and adjacent structure inspected by qualified professionals H
27. re refer to starting fire section Check for adequate vent height refer to chimney assembly section Check for flue blockage Open window below the fireplace towards the wind Wood condition is too wet too large Use dry seasoned wood refer to wood fuel section Bed of coals not established before Start with paper amp kindling to establish bed of coals refer adding wood to starting fire section Flue blockage such as birds nests Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned by a or leaves in termination cap certified chimney sweep Down draft or negative pressure Do not use exhaust fans during start up refer to negative Competition with exhaust devices pressure section Open window below the fireplace towards the wind Fire burns too fast Extremely dry or soft wood Mix in hardwood Mix in less seasoned wood after fire is established refer to wood fuel section No glass doors Add glass doors to slow down air flow Overdrafting Check for correct vent height too much vertical height creates overdrafting Check location of vent termination refer to chimney assembly section Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 17 18 A FAQs Hearth amp Home Technologies assumes no responsibil ity for the improper performance of the fireplace sys tem caused by inadequate draft due to environmental conditions down drafts tight sealing construction of the structure or mechanical e
28. re lighting or once every two months during heating season When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs Manufactured firelogs may be used with this fireplace Hearth amp Home Technologies recommends the use of UL Classified processed fuel firelogs Follow the manu facturer s lighting and safety instructions Using firelogs may require more frequent chimney in spections and cleaning Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for the appli cation in manufactured fireplaces and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use D First Fire Before lighting your first fire in the fireplace make certain that refractory is in place all labels have been removed Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 E Lighting Instructions NOTICE You must establish a good draft to prevent smoke spillage into the room The first three or four fires should be of moderate size to allow the oils and binders to be burned from the fireplace and the refractory and paint to cure You may notice an in dustrial odor the first few fires This is considered normal Use well seasoned wood Open the flue damper to a fully open position Place crumpled or twisted paper under the fireplace grate Loosely arrange kindling or small pieces of wood to for
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30. s due to water or weather damage which is the result of but not limited to improper chimney or venting installation OF LIABILITY The owner s exclusive remedy and HHT s sole obligation under this warranty under any other warranty express or implied or in contract tort or otherwise shall be limited to replacement repair or refund as specified above In no event will HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the appliance Some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so these limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE 4021 645F 02 18 13 Page 2 of 2 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 5 Product Specific and General Information A Appliance Certification This fireplace system has been tested and listed in accor B Vented Gas Log Sets Gas Inserts Gas dance with UL 127 and ULC S610 standards by Under Log Lighters and Wood burning Inserts writers Laboratories Inc for installation and operation in Optional the United States and Canada Vented gas log sets gas inserts gas log lighters or
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32. ths during heating season By Homeowner Chimney Sweep e Confirm that termination cap remains clear and unobstructed Inspect for blockages such as bird nests leaves etc Inspect for corrosion or separation Inspect for creosote and remove as needed at least every two months during the heating season Inspect the system at the fireplace connection and at the chimney top In the event of a chimney fire Hearth amp Home Tech nologies recommends replacement of the chimney and inspection of the adjacent structure to the provisions of NFPA Level III inspection criteria 14 Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 B Creosote Chimney Cleaning Frequency As needed at least annually before light ing or once every two months during heating season When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire By Chimney Sweep Tools Needed Brush Phillips screwdriver 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 on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire Remove all ash from the firebox and extinguish all hot embers before disposal Allow the fireplace to cool completely Close the door tightly Remove the
33. top of the termination cap as shown in Figure 4 1 to clean the cap and chimney The creosote or soot should be removed from the chimney with a brush specifically designed for the size of chimney in use Reinstall termination cap Clean out fallen debris from the firebox WARNING Risk of Fire Ignited creosote is extremely HOT Prevent creosote buildup Remove 8 screws Remove screws Remove 4 screws 1 Remove the 4 screws Remove 2 screws from and ift top lift top cover and lift top pan off 2 Remove the screen the front and back and 3 Remove the baffle lift the t ff Top Cover T E vid udi Ps f A Cap gt Chimney 3 Section Chase gt TR344 TR342 TS345 TS345P TCT375 DTO DTS Series Round Square Square Terra Cotta Termination Cap Termination Cap Termination Cap Termination Caps Termination Cap Figure 4 1 Chimney amp Termination Cap Cleaning Heatilator EL36 EL42 Owner Manual 4044 187 Rev E 07 14 14 15 C Grate Frequency After each ash removal By Homeowner Inspect grate for Warping or sagging 1 1 2 in 38 mm or more Broken welds Burn through of grate bars For safe operation replace only with the approved grate from Hearth amp Homes Technologies D Glass Cleaning Frequency As necessary By Homeowner Tools Needed Vinegar or glass cleaner soft towel Clean glass wit
34. xhausting devices which will create a negative air pressure within the structure where the fireplace is located If smoke spillage occurs from a fireplace opening when the door is open there is either a leakage in the flue a blockage in the flue or some condition is affecting draft Understanding and differentiating the conditions which can cause each of these kinds of spillage problems is essential to their solution Flue Leakage Check for improperly connected flue joints or a damaged flue joint in the chimney system Such leakage would reduce draft air would be drawn in through the leaks rather than through the fireplace The result might be difficult start up and smoky fires that might spill if other adverse draft conditions accompany this problem Flue Blockage The damper should be open Check for objects that may have fallen down the chimney Flue draft is measured as negative pressure in the chimney The amount of negative pressure determines how strong the draft is The draft is important because it draws the combustion air into the fireplace and pulls the smoke out of the chimney There are three basic criteria essential in establishing and maintaining flue draft availability of combustion air heat generated from the fire diameter and height of the flue system These three factors work together as a system to create the flue draft Increasing or decreasing any one of them will affect the other two and thus
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