Hearth & Home Outdoor Lifestyles ODCASTLEWD-42-B User manual

Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. • ODCASTLEWD-42-B • 4070-160 Rev C • 05/23 1
Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
Models:
Outdoor Woodburning
ODCASTLEWD-42-B
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
CAUTION
• Important operating
and maintenance
instructions included.
• Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
• Read, understand
and follow these
instructions for safe
installation and
operation.
DO NOT
DISCARD
Fire Risk
• For use with solid wood fuel or decorative
gas appliance only.
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Donotstoreorusegasolineorotheram-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• Donotoverre.Overringwillvoidyour
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustiblesasspecied.Failureto
complymaycausehousere.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation and cool down.
WARNING
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
ammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other combustibles
away.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• Do not touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
WARNING: For Outdoor Use Only.
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
qualiedpersonnel.Hearth&HomeTechnologiesrecommendsHHT
FactoryTrainedorNFIcertiedprofessionals.

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Read this manual before installing or operating this replace.
Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.
Congratulations on selecting a Outdoor Lifestyles wood
burningreplace.TheOutdoor Lifestylesreplaceyouhave
selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability
ande󰀩ciency.
As the owner of a new replace, you’ll want to read and
carefullyfollowalloftheinstructionscontainedinthisowner’s
manual. Pay special attention to all cautions and warnings.
Thisowner’smanualshouldberetainedforfuturereference.
We suggest you keep it with your other important documents
and product manuals.
Theinformationcontainedinthisowner’smanualunlessnoted
otherwise, applies to all models and gas control systems.
Your new Outdoor Lifestyleswoodburningreplacewillgive
you years of durable use and trouble-free enjoyment. Welcome
to the Outdoor Lifestylesfamilyofreplaceproducts!
Homeowner Reference Information
Model Name: Date purchased/installed:
Serial Number:  Locationonreplace:
Dealership purchased from: Dealer phone:
Notes:
We recommend that you record the following pertinent
information about your replace:
Listing Label Information/Location
Themodelinformationregardingyourspecicreplacecanbefoundontheratingplatelocatedonthesmokeshieldofthe
replace.
Congratulations!
Grate Fireplace
Model
Serial
Number
FIREPLACE NO.
MODEL NO.
MODEL NO.
MFG. DATE
WARNING: RISK OF
FIRE DAMAGE. REPLACE
GRATE WITH HEARTH & HOME
TECHNOLOGIES
OUTDOOR FIREPLACE INTENDED FOR USE WITH HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES LISTED FIREPLACE PARTS. SEE INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS MODEL. ONLY HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES GLASS DOOR KITS CAN BE INSTALLED ON THIS UNIT.
CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES:
CHIMNEY
2 IN. MIN.
FIREBOX
IN.
MIN.
DO NOT OVERFIRE. USE ONLY: SOLID WOOD FUEL OR
LISTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE. DO NOT USE A
FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT
SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT. IF DOORS
ARE USED OPERATE FIREPLACE WITH DOORS FULLY
OPEN OR CLOSED ONLY. WHEN BURNING A
DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE,
ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION.
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 FIREPLACE.
WARNING! TO AVOID THE RISK OF DAMAGING FIREPLACE MATERIALS
AND INCREASING THE RISK OF SPREADING A FIRE DO NOT USE THE
FIREPLACE TO COOK OR WARM FOOD.
IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING
CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES ,
7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044
P.N. 4021-723E
CAN/ULC-S610
UTILISER DU CARBURANT
SOLIDE SEULEMENT
USE HHT SL SERIES CHIMNEY

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Table of Contents
1 Listing and Code Approvals
A. ApplianceCertication.........................4
2 Getting Started
A. Design and Installation Considerations ............5
B. Non-Combustible Materials .....................5
C. Combustible Materials .........................5
D.ToolsandSuppliesNeeded .....................5
E. Inspect Fireplace and Components ...............6
F. Grate.......................................6
G. Firescreen...................................6
H.CoolingAir ..................................6
I. Molded Brick Panel ............................6
J. Glass Door (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
K. Drain Pan (optional) ...........................6
3 Framing and Clearances
A. Selecting Fireplace Location ....................7
B. Clearances .................................9
C. Sidewalls/Surrounds .........................10
D. Frame the Fireplace .........................10
E. Chimney Requirements.......................11
4 Installation of Fireplace
A. Secure the Fireplace .........................12
B.InstallCoolingAirHoods ......................13
5 Chimney Assembly
A. Chimney Requirements .......................14
B. Assemble the Chimney Sections ................15
C. Installing the Attic Insulation Shield ..............16
D.UsingO󰀨sets/Returns.........................17
6 Complete the Enclosure
A.ChimneyTermination .........................18
B.ChaseTop..................................18
C.InstalltheTerminationCap .....................18
7 Installation of Molded Brick Panel
A. Install the Refractory ..........................20
B. Install Screens ..............................21
C. Grate......................................21
D. Glass Door (optional)..........................21
8 Accessories
A. Gas Log/Lighter Provisions ....................22
9 Finishing
A. Non-combustible Materials .....................23
B. Combustible Materials ........................23
C.HearthExtension ............................23
D.RaisedHearthExtensionFraming ...............24
E. Non-combustible Sealant ......................25
F. Finishing Material ............................26
G. Mantel .....................................27
10 Operating Instructions
A. General Information ...........................28
B. Grate ......................................28
C. Clear Space Near the Fireplace .................29
D. Firescreen ..................................29
E. Glass Doors .................................29
F. Wood Fuel ..................................30
G. Starting a Fire ...............................31
11 Troubleshooting
A. Diagnostics and Problem Solving ................32
12 Maintenance and Servicing the Fireplace
A. Disposal of Ashes ...........................33
B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning ..................33
C. FireboxRefractory...........................33
D. MaintenanceTaskList ........................34
E. Chimney Fire ...............................34
13 Reference Materials
A. Appliance Dimensions/Weight ..................35
B. Optional Components .........................36
C. Chimney Components ........................37
D.Terminationcaps.............................39
E. Service Parts List ............................40
F. Warranty ...................................42
G. Contact Information ..........................44
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11 Listing and Code Approvals
A. Appliance Certication
Thisreplacesystemhasbeentestedandlistedinaccor-
dance with UL 127 and CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standards by
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation and operation
intheUnitedStates and Canada.Thisreplace has been
tested and listed for use with the optional components speci-
edinthismanual.Theseoptionalcomponentsmaybepur-
chased separately and installed at a later date.
Outdoor Lifestyles is a registered trademark of Hearth &
HomeTechnologiesInc. Not intended for use as a primary heat source.
This replace is tested and approved as a decorative
replace. It should not be factored as a primary heat
source in residential heating calculations.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Refertotheowner’sinformationmanualprovidedwith
thisreplace.Forassistanceoradditionalinformation
consult a qualied installer, service agency or your
dealer.
WARNING
Fire Risk
• Do not installoroperatedamagedreplace.
• Do notmodifyreplace.
• InstallationotherthanasinstructedbyHearth&Home
TechnologiesInc.isstrictlyprohibited.
• Do notoperatethereplacewithoutfullyassembling
all components.
• Do not overre.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not
approvedbyHearth&HomeTechnologies.
Hearth&HomeTechnologiesdisclaimsanyresponsibility
for, and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by
the above actions.
WARNING
Fire Risk
• WARNING! TOAVOID THE RISK OF DAMAGING
FIREPLACE MATERIALSAND INCREASING THE
RISK OF SPREADING A FIRE, DO NOT USE THE
FIREPLACE TO COOK OR WARM FOOD.
WARNING
WARNING: This product and the fuels
used to operate this product (wood and
wood pellets), and the products of combus-
tion of such fuels, can expose you to chemi-
cals including carbon black, which is known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and carbon monoxide, which is known to
the State of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more infor-
mation go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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A. Design and Installation Considerations
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST complywith local, regional,
state and national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector,
reo󰀩cialsorauthoritieshavingjurisdictionabout
restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
CAUTION
Whenplanningareplaceinstallation,itisnecessarytode-
termine the following information before installing:
• Where the fireplace is to be installed. See Sections
3 and 4.
• Theventsystemcongurationtobeused.SeeSections
5 and 6.
• Framingandnishingdetails.SeeSections3,6and8.
• Whether optional accessories are desired. See Section 13.
Moisture Resistance:
Thisoutdoorreplacewillshedmoderateamountsofwater,
but is not waterproof. Water and condensing water vapor
may enter the chase under certain conditions.
Thereplacewillnotperformasanexteriorwall.Moisture
penetration must be considered for construction that places
thereplaceinstructurewallsoronmoisturesensitivesur-
faces.
When installed on exterior walls:Hearth&HomeTech-
nologies recommends that the replace chase be con-
structed outside the structure’s weather envelope. Where
theplatformmeetsthewall,useaashingdetailsimilarto
that required for attached decks. Chase platforms, including
hearths should slope away from the structure at 1/8 in. to
1/4in.perfoot.Thereplacecanbeshimmedlevel.
When installed on surfaces where water may collect or
cause damage:Hearth&HomeTechnologiesrecommends
thatadrainage panbeplacedunder theunit.Thisissold
separately or can be constructed of metal, adhesive polymer
membrane (such as ice and water shield) or other suitable
materials. A means of drainage out of the pan such as tubes
or weep holes should be provided. A slope of 1/8 in. to 1/4
in.perfoottowardsthedrainportissuggested.Thereplace
can be shimmed level.
Hearths should slope away from the front of the replace
and chase at 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. per foot. Spark strips must be
on top of any combustible hearth materials used for moisture
management.
Read all the instructions before starting the
installation. Follow these instructions carefully
during the installation to ensure maximum safety
and benit.
B. Non-Combustible Materials
Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of any
combination of the following:
- Steel -Iron
-Brick -Tile
-Concrete -Slate
-Glass -PlastersMaterialsreportedaspassingASTM
R136,StandardTestMethodforBehaviorofMetals,ina
VerticalTubeFurnanceaat750°C
C. Combustible Materials
Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following
materials:
-Wood -Compressed paper
-Plantbers-Plastic
Anymaterialthatcanigniteandburn;ameproofedor
not, plastered or un-plastered.
D. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure the following
tools and building supplies are available:
Reciprocating Saw Framing material
Pliers   Hightempcaulkingmaterial
Hammer   Gloves
Phillips screwdriver Framing square
Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits
Plumb line Safety glasses
Level   Tapemeasure
1/2-3/4 in. lenght, #6 or #8 self-drilling screws
Misc. screws and nails

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F. Grate
Thisreplaceisdesignedto beused withthegratesup-
pliedwiththisunitoroneapprovedbyHHT.Thegratewill
deteriorate over time and will need occasional replace-
ment.
Warning! Risk of Fire!
Use only the factory-supplied intergral grate.
Keep logs in place.
Allows proper air circulation around the re.
G. Firescreen
Therescreenisprovidedtocontrolsparks.Keepit
closedwhenthereplaceisinuse.
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Burns!
SCREEN WILL NOT PREVENT BURNING MATERIALS
FROM FALLING OUT.
SCREEN PULLS OR HANDLES MAY BE HOT.
H. Cooling Air
Coolingairisnecessarytoinstallthereplaceonacom-
bustiblesurfaceandinacombustilbeenclosure.Twoinlet
hoods are provided and must be installled, to allow cooling
air to be drawn into the enclosure. Ducting between the
hoodsandthereplaceisnotnecessary.
Thecompletestructuremustbenoncombustibleifthehoods
are not installed.
I. Molded Brick Panel
• The molded brick panels  are shipped separately, but
required to contain heat and provide an attractive interior.
• Theywilldeteriorateovertimeandwillneedoccasional
replacement. Small hairline cracks and discoloration are
normalanddonota󰀨ectsafety.
J. Glass Doors (optional)
• If installing the glass door kit, make sure the nished
openingshouldbe38x42inches(965mmx167mm)
to allow for door installation.
K. Drain Pan (optional)
• Required on wood surfaces, can be bought or
manufactured. (See page 7.)
E. Inspect Fireplace and Components
Fire Risk
Explosion Risk
Inspect fireplace and components for
damage. Damaged parts may impair safe
operation.
• DoNOTinstalldamagedcomponents.
• DoNOTinstallincompletecomponents.
• DoNOTinstallsubstitutecomponents
WARNING
•Carefullyremovethereplaceandcomponentsfromthe
packaging.
Thereplacesystemconsistsofthefollowing:
• Fireplace / Integral grate/dual cooling air inlet hoods,
rescreen,andhearthrefractory.

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A. Selecting Fireplace Location
Thisoutdoorreplacewillshedmoderateamountsofwater,
but is not waterproof. Water and condensing water vapor
may enter the chase under certain conditions.
Thereplacewillnotperformasanexteriorwall.Moisture
penetration must be considered for construction that places
thereplaceagainststructurewallsoronmoisturesensitive
surfaces.
• Exterior Walls (see Figure 3.1)
 Hearth & Home Technologies recommends that the
replace chase be constructed outside the structure’s
weather envelope. Where the platform meets the wall, use
aashingdetailsimilartothatrequiredforattacheddecks.
Chase platforms, including hearths, should slope away
fromthestructureat1/8in.to1/4in.perfoot.Thereplace
can be shimmed level. Build the outside enclosure out of
standard building materials, being careful to maintain the
minimum air clearances specied in these installation
instructions.
Fire Risk
Provide adequate clearances.
• Around air openings
• Tocombustibles
• For service access.
Locatereplaceawayfromtra󰀩careas.
WARNING Note:
• Illustrationsandphotosreecttypicalinstallations
and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY.
•Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.
•Actual installation/appearance may vary due to
individual design preference.
• Hearth&HomeTechnologiesreservesthe rightto
alter its products.
• Freestanding Installations (see Figure 3.2)
 Wheninstallingthisreplaceasafreestandingreplacein
your yard, it must be enclosed to prevent impact damage
tothereplace.
• Porch and Patio Installations
Thereplacewillnotperformasanexteriorwall.Hearth
& Home Technologies recommends that the replace
chase be constructed outside the structure’s weather
envelope. Where the platform meets the wall, use a
ashingdetailsimilartothatrequiredforattacheddecks.
Chase platforms, including heaths should slope away from
thestructureat1/8in.to1/4in.perfoot.Thereplacecan
be shimmed level.
• The cooling air hoods MUST be used if installing in
a combustible enclosure. Ducting is not necessary
betweenthehoodsandthereplace.
• Ifreplaceisinstalledoncementandtotallyenclosedwith
non combustilbe materials (i.e. metal studs, cement board,
etc.) the cooling air hoods do not need to be installed.
• When Installed on Surfaces Where Water May Collect
or Cause Damage:
 Hearth&HomeTechnologiesrecommendsthatadrainage
panbeplacedundertheunit.Thisissoldseparatelyor
can be constructed of metal, adhesive polymer membrane
(such as ice and water shield) or other suitable materials.
A means of drainage out of the pan such as tubes or weep
holes should be provided. A slope of 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. per
foot towards the drain port is suggested. The replace
canbeshimmedlevel.Hearthsshouldslopeawayfrom
thefrontofthereplaceandchaseat1/8in.to1/4in.per
foot. Spark strips must be used on top of any combustible
hearth materials used for moisture management.

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Figure 3.1 Fireplace Locations
FREESTANDING
INSTALLATION
(Combustible Structure)
(Enclosed Fireplace)
10 ft Min.
From Termination
Figure 3.2 Freestanding Fireplace Locations
CORNER INSTALL DIMENSIONS
Note: If this surface is inside the build-
ing’s warm air enevelope...
...then this surface must be an exterior wall
system.
29 in.
(737 mm) 28-1/2 in.
(724 mm)
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
53 in.
(1346 mm)
54 in.
(1372 mm)
1-1/2 in.
(38 mm)
1-1/2 in.
(38 mm)
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
1-1/2 in.
(38 mm) 1-1/2 in.
(38 mm)
1/2 in.
(13 mm) 1/2 in.
(13 mm)
53 in.
(1346 mm)
54 in.
(1372 mm)
95-1/2 in.
(2426 mm)
67-1/2 in.
(1714mm)
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B. Clearances
Fire Risk
• Complywithallminimumclearancestocombustiblesasspecied.
• Framing or nishing material used on the front of, or in front of, the
appliance closer than the minimums listed, must be constructed entirely
of noncombustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.).
Failuretocomplymaycausere.
WARNING
Figure 3.3 Clearance to Combustible
0 in. to level of standoffs
1-1/2 to side and back
0 in.
1/2 in to framing

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C. Sidewalls/Surrounds
• Locateadjacentcombustiblesidewallsaminimumof24in.(610mm)fromreplaceopening.
• Mantle leg, surround, stub wall, whether combustible or non-combustible, may be constructed as shown in Figure 3.4.
D. Frame the Fireplace
Whentypicalcombustibleframing(2x4lumbershown)isused,coolingairhoodsarerequired.Ifthetotalstructureisnon-
combustible, cooling air hoods are not necessary. See Figure 3.4.
• Observe all required air space clearances to combustible materials as shown in Figure 3.5.
18 1/2 in.
[470 mm]
19 3/4 in.
[500 mm]
4 in.
[102 mm]
50° angle
39° angle
24 in.
[610 mm]
BRICK
FRONT
FLUSH
FRONT
24 in.
[610 mm]
22 3/8 in.
[568 mm] 52-7/8 in.
(1343 mm)
42 in.
[1067 mm]
Note: Grid depicts 1 inch squares.
Figure 3.4 Mantel Leg, Surround or Wall Projection (acceptable on both sides of opening)
Figure 3.5 Framing the Fireplace
28-3/8 in.
(721 mm) 74- 1/2 in.
(1892 mm)
Area to be covered with
nonccombustible
material.
17 in.
(432 mm)
framing
53-7/8 in.
(1368 mm)
A
NOTE:  A structural header may be
positioned higher up during the early
framing to help with the installation of
theunitthennishframingdowntothe
correct height after the unit is set.