Heat & Glo NORTHSTAR-BK User manual

EPA CERTIFIED WOODBURNING
FIREPLACE
Fire Risk.
WARNING
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overre and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
O-T L
Tested and
Listed by
Portland
Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
CUS
Model(s):
Installation Manual
Installation and Fireplace Setup
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
replace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other ammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other ammable
materials away.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
NORTHSTAR-BK
NORTHSTAR-GT
NORTHSTAR-NT
NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual!
• 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 com-
bustibles as specied. Failure to comply may
cause house re.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a re
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
Pour demander un exemplaire
en français de ce Manuel
du propriétaire, visitez www.
heatnglo.com/translations.
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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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 replace or to property.
Table of Contents
1 Product Specic & Important Safety Information
A. Fireplace Certication 4
B. Glass Specications 4
C. Non-Combustible Materials 4
D. Combustible Materials 4
E. Electrical Codes 5
2 Getting Started
A. Typical Fireplace System 6
B. Design and Installation Considerations 7
1. Selecting Fireplace Locations 7
2. Locating Fireplace & Chimney 8
C. Tools and Supplies Needed 9
D. Inspect Fireplace and Components 9
E. Fireplace System Requirements 9
3 Framing and Clearances
A. Fireplace Dimensions 10
B. Clearances 11
1. Minimum Clearances 12
C. Construct the Chase 13
D. Frame the Fireplace 14
E. Secure and Level the Fireplace 14
F. Protective Metal Hearth Strips 15
G. Facing Material 15
H. Outside Air Kit 16
I. Heat Zone Kit (Optional) 18
4 Electrical Wiring
5 Chimney and Termination Requirements
A. Chimney Requirements 22
B. Offsets/Returns 23
C. Termination Requirements 24
6 Chimney Installation
A. Typical Chimney System 25
B. Assemble Chimney Sections 26
C. Install Chimney Air kit (CAK4A) 26
D. Secure Offset/Return 28
E. Install Ceiling Firestops 28
F. Install Attic Insulation Shield 29
G. Roof Penetration 30
H. Manufactured Home Installation 30
I. Install Chase/Chase Top 31
J. Termination Cap Requirements 32
K. Install Termination Cap 32
7 Finishing
A. Template 34
B Finish the Wall 34
1. Stone, Brick Finish 34
2. Tile, Granite, Marble Finish 34
C. Mantel and Wall Projections 35
D. Finishing the Hearth Extension 35
E. Non-Combustible Sealant Material 37
8 Fireplace Setup
A. Firebrick Placement 38
B. Bafe and Blanket Placement 39
9 Reference Materials
A. Chimney Components 40
B. Accessories 44
MESH-HHT Firescreen 44
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Customer:
Lot/Address
Model (circle one): NORTHSTAR-BK NORTHSTAR-NT
NORTHSTAR-GT
Fireplace Install YES IF NO, WHY?
Verified that the chase is insulated and sealed. (Pg. 13)
Required non-combustible board is installed. (Pg. 15)
Verified clearances to combustibles. (Pg. 11)
Fireplace is leveled and secured. (Pg. 14)
Hearth extension size/height decided. (Pg. 14 & 37)
Outside air kit installed. (Pg. 16)
Optional Heat Zone has been installed by a qualified service technician. (Pg. 18)
Chimne
y
Section 5 (Pg. 22)
Chimney configuration complies with diagrams.
Chimney installed, locked and secured in place with proper clearance.
Chimney air kit installed.
Firestops installed.
Attic insulation shield installed.
Roof flashing installed and sealed.
Terminations installed and sealed.
Electrical Section 4 (Pg. 21)
Switch wires properly installed.
Finishing Section 7 (Pg. 34)
Combustible materials not installed in non-combustible areas
Dealer/Distributor Phone #
Serial #:
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install fireplace acording to these instructions can lead to a fire or
explosion.
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
Follow this Standard Work Checklist
This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjuction with, not instead of, the instructions contained in this installation
manual.
Date Installed:
Location of Fireplace:
Installer:
Combustible materials not installed in non
-
combustible areas
.
Verified all clearances meet installation manual requirements.
Mantels and wall projections comply with installation manual requirements.
Protective hearth strips and hearth extension installed per manual requirements.
Fireplace Setup Section 8 (Pg. 38)
All packaging and protective materials removed.
Firebrick, baffle and ceramic blanket installed correctly.
Facia and doors properly installed.
All packaging materials are removed from inside/under the fireplace.
Hearth & Home Technologies recommends the following:
• Photographing the installation and copying this checklist for your file.
• That this checklist remain visible at all times on the fireplace until the installation is complete.
Comments communicated to party responsible
Part 4017-256 • Rev B • 1/29/13
__________________________ by ______________________on _________
(Builder/Gen. Contractor) (Installer) (Date)
Comments: Further description of the issues, who is responsible (Installer/Builder/Other Trades, etc.) and corrective action needed:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Manual bag and all of its contents are removed from inside/under the fireplace and
given to the party responsible for use and operation.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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1 Product Specic & Important Safety Information
A. Appliance Certication
This replace system has been tested and listed in ac-
cordance with UL127 and ULC-S610-M87 and (UM)84-
HUD standards for installation and operation in the United
States and Canada as described in this manual.
Check with your local building code agency before you
begin your installation to ensure compliance with local
codes, including the need for permits and follow-up in-
spections. Be sure local building codes do not supersede
UL specications and always obtain a building permit so
that insurance protection benets cannot be unexpectedly
cancelled.
Heat & Glo is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home
Technologies.
Model: Northstar
Laboratory: OMNI Test Laboratories, Inc.
Report No: 061-S-50-2
Type: Wood Fireplace
Standard: UL127 and ULC-S610-M87 and
(UM) 84-HUD, Manufactured
Home Approved.
BTU & Efciency Specications
TheHeat & Glo Northstar meets the U.S. Environmental Pro-
tection Agency’s crib wood emission limits for wood heaters
sold after May 15, 2015.
EPA Certication #: 569
EPA Certied Emissions: 3.3 grams per hour
*LHV Tested Efciency: 77.2 %
**HHV Tested Efciency: 71.5%
***EPA BTU Output: 11,300 to 51,200 / hr.
****Peak BTU/Hour Output: 74,900
Vent Size: 6 inches
Firebox Size: 2.7 cubic feet
Recommended Log Length: 22 inches
Fuel Seasoned Cord Wood
* * Weighted average LHV (Low Heating Value) efciency using
Douglas Fir dimensional lumber and data collected during EPA
emission test. LHV assumes the moisture is already in a vapor
state so there is no loss in energy to vaporize.
****Weighted average HHV (High Heating Value) efciency using
Douglas Fir dimensional lumber and data collected during EPA
emission test. HHV includes the energy required to vaporize the
water in the fuel.
***A range of BTU outputs based on EPA Default Efciency and
the burn rates from the low and high EPA tests, using Douglas
Fir dimensional lumber.
****A peak BTU out of the appliance calculated using the maxi-
mum rst hour burn rate from the High EPA Test and the BTU
content of cordwood (8600) times the efciency.
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E. Electrical Codes
NOTICE: This replace must be electrically wired and
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absenceoflocalcodes,withNational Electric Code ANSI/
NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code
CSA C22.1.
• A 110-120 VAC circuit for this product must be protected
with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection, in
compliance with the applicable electrical codes, when
it is installed in damp locations.
WARNING! Improperinstallation,adjustment,alteration,
serviceormaintenancecancauseinjuryorpropertydam-
age.
C. 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 E 136, Standard
Test Method for Behavior of Metals, in a Vertical Tube
Furnace at 750° C
D. Combustible Materials
• Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following
materials:
- Wood - Compressed paper
- Plant bers - Plastic
- Plywood/OSB - Sheet rock (drywall)
• Any material that can ignite and burn; ame proofed or
not, plastered or un-plastered
B. Glass Specications
This replace is equipped with 5 mm ceramic glass. Re-
place glass only with 5 mm ceramic glass. Please contact
your dealer for replacement glass.
NOTICE: Thisinstallationmustconformwithlocalcodes.Inthe
absenceoflocalcodesyoumustcomplywiththeUL127,(UM)
84-HUD and NFPA211 in the U.S.A. and the ULC610-M87
and CAN/CSA-B365 Installation Codes in Canada.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Hearth & Home Technologies
disclaimsanyresponsibilityfor,andthewarrantyandagen-
cylistingwillbevoidedbythefollowingactions.
DO NOT:
• installoroperatedamagedreplace
• modifyreplace
• install other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies
• operate the fireplace without fully assembling all
components
• overre
• installanygaslogset
• installanycomponentnotapprovedbyHearth&Home
Technologies
• installpartsorcomponentsnotListedorapproved
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For
assistance or additional information, consult a qualied
installer,serviceagencyoryourdealer.
WARNING! Risk of Fire!
 Hearth & Home Technologies is not responsible for
discoloration, cracking or other material failures of
nishingmaterialsduetoheatexposureorsmoke.
 • Choosenishingmaterialscarefully.
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2 Getting Started
A. Typical Fireplace System
Non-combustible
roof flashing maintains
minimum clearance
around chimney
Additional lateral
support for chimney
above roof (or enclosed
in chase) if needed
Enclosed space above
and around fireplace
Support straps
on rafter supports
chimney (not shown)
Outside
combustion air
Outside
combustion air
Termination Cap
Chimney penetrates roof
preferably without affecting
roof rafters
Storm Collar
Offset/Return
(with hanger straps)
Attic insulation shield
must be used here to
keep insulation away
from chimney if
attic is insulated
Framing headed
off in ceiling joists
Mantel
Decorative facing
and trim
Factory-built fireplace
Chimney system
Combustible
framing/header
on top of V-shaped
standoffs (spacers)
Hearth extension
Protective metal
hearth strip(s)
Chimney Air kit required for
SL chimney
Figure 2.1 Typical Fireplace System
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C
A
E
F
A
H
G
B
A
B
B
A
I
In an exterior chase
or projecting into a
garage
Across a corner
Along a wall
As a
room
divider
24 in.
(610mm)
24 in.
(610mm)
24 in.
(610mm)
48 in.
(1219mm)
24 in.
(610mm)
I
A
Figure 2.2 Fireplace Locations
NOTICE:
• 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.
NOTICE:Inadditiontotheseframingdimensions,also
referencethefollowingsection:
• Clearances(Section3).
NOTICE:
Aminimum1in.airclearanceatthebackanda
minimum 1 in. air clearance to the sides of the
replaceassemblymustbemaintained.
Chimneysectionsatanylevelrequirea2in.mini-
mumairspaceclearancebetweentheframing
andchimneysections.
B. Design and Installation Considerations
NOTICE: Checkbuildingcodespriortoinstallation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, re
ofcials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions,
installation inspection and permits.
1. Selecting Fireplace Locations
This replace may be used as a room divider, installed
along a wall, across a corner or used in an exterior chase.
See Figure 2.2.
Locating the replace in a basement, near frequently
opened doors, central heat outlets or returns, or other
locations of considerable air movement can affect the
performance.
Outside air must be used for combustion. The North Star
comes equipped with an outside air inlet to feed combus-
tion air from outside the home, along with an outside air
termination cap; the rigid metal duct is required but not
supplied. Consideration should be given to these factors
before deciding on a location.
Model # A B C D E F G H I
NorthStar (dimensions
for nished walls)
in. 41-7/8 16 89-1/2 63-5/16 22-7/16 44-3/4 14-1/16 55-15/16 50-7/8
mm 1063 406 2273 1608 570 1137 357 1421 1292
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2. Locating Fireplace & Chimney
Location of the replace and chimney will affect perfor-
mance.
• Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building
envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially
during lighting and die-down of the re.
• Penetrate the highest part of the roof. This minimizes
the effects of wind loading.
• Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent
structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions.
• Minimize the use of chimney offsets.
• Consider the replace location relative to oor and ceiling
and attic joists.
• Take into consideration the termination requirements in
Sections 5 and 6.
Marginal Location:
• Below peak
Location NOT recommended:
• Not the highest point of the roof
• Wind loading possible
Multi-level Roofs
Windward
Leeward
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
Recommended:
• Insulated exterior chase
in cooler climates
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
• Inside heated space
Location NOT recommended:
• Too close to tree
• Below adjacent structure
• Lower roof line
• Avoid outside wall
Marginal Location:
• Wind loading possible
Not recommended in lower level due
to high negative pressure concerns
that effect draft
Figure 2.3 Recommended Chimney Locations
• Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing
winds during the heating season.
• Ensure adequate outdoor air for all combustion
appliances and exhaust equipment.
• Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are not
located in the immediate vicinity of the replace.
• Avoid installing the replace near doors, walkways or
small isolated spaces.
• Recessed lighting should be a “sealed can” design.
• Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed.
• Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and seams
taped or sealed.
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C. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure the following
tools and building supplies are available:
Reciprocating saw Framing material
Pliers Non-combustible sealant
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. length, #6 or #8 self-drilling screws
Misc. screws and nails
D. Inspect Fireplace and Components
WARNING! Risk of Fire and/or Explosion! Damaged
parts could impair safe operation. DO NOT install dam-
aged,incompleteorsubstitutecomponents.Keepre-
placedry.
• Remove replace and components from packaging and
inspect for damage.
• Vent system components and doors are shipped in
separate packages.
• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment.
• Read all the instructions before starting the
installation. Follow these instructions carefully
during the installation to ensure maximum safety
and benet.
E. Fireplace System Requirements
The replace system requirements consist of the follow-
ing:
• Fireplace
- Firebrick (included with replace)
- Door (included with replace)
- Non-combustible facing material (included with
replace)
- Hearth Extension
• Outside Air System (hood and collars included with
replace)
• Fascia (included with replace)
• Chimney System
- Chimney air kit (included with replace, required with
SL300 series chimney)
- Attic Insulation Shield (included with replace)
- Chimney termination cap
• Non-combustible nish material
Optional components include:
• Firescreen
• Lintel Bar
• Heat Zone Kit
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3 Framing and Clearances
A. Fireplace Dimensions
Fan Electrical Access
(right side of fireplace)
(283 mm)
(587 mm)
(25 mm)
(89 mm)
(1111 mm)
(1022 mm)
(791 mm)
(149 mm)
(743 mm)
(940 mm)
(1016 mm)
(1066 mm)
(422 mm)
(305 mm)
(25 mm) (248 mm)
(175 mm)
Figure 3.1 Fireplace Dimensions
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B. Clearances
WARNING! Risk of Fire!
YoumustcomplywithallminimumairspaceclearancestocombustiblesasspeciedinFigure3.2.DO NOTpackrequired
airspaceswithinsulationorothermaterials.Framingornishingmaterialusedonthefrontof,orinfrontof,thereplace
closerthantheminimumslistedmustbeconstuctedentirelyofnon-combustiblematerials(i.e.,steelstuds,concreteboard,
etc.).Failuretocomplymaycausere.
Figure 3.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials
2 in. (51 mm) min.
Attic
Insulation
Shield
Ceiling Firestop
(ceiling)
(roof)
(attic)
(ceiling)
Ceiling Firestop Offset/Return with
hanger straps
Storm Collar
Roof Flashing
2 in. (51 mm) min.
2 in. min.
(51 mm)
Must have 2 in. (51 mm)
minimum clearance
to header
2 in. (51 mm) min.
2 in. (51 mm) min.
2 in. (51 mm) min.
1 in. (25mm) to side of appliance
(except at nailing flanges where it is 1/2 in. [13 mm])
1 in. (25 mm) to back
of appliance
0 in.
to floor
0 in. to level
of standoffs
2 in.
(51 mm)
min.
36 in. (914 mm)
standoffs to ceiling
Chimney air kit required
with SL chimney
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1. Minimum Clearances
Position combustible/
non-combustible mantel:
see table above.
12 in.
(305 mm)
43-7/8 in.
(1114 mm)
24 in.
(610 mm)
2 in.
(51 mm)
48-1/4 in.
(1226 mm)
42-1/4 in.
(1073 mm)
The finished cavity depth must
be no less than 24 in. (610 mm)
from the finished backwall to
the outside of front wall framing.
NOTE: 2 x 4s must be used
for the header in order to
maintain clearances to the
pipe.
Figure 3.3 Framing the Fireplace
WITHIN ENCLOSURE AREA
Fireplace to backwall 1 in. (25 mm)
Fireplace to sidewall 1 in. (25 mm)
Duct boots to framing 0 in. (0 mm)
Top standoffs to header 0 in. (0 mm)
Door opening to sidewall 22-7.8 in. (581 mm)
EXPOSED SURFACES
Faceplate to sidewall 16 in. (406 mm)
Heat zone air grills to ceiling 12 in. (305 mm)
MANTEL
Non-combustible mantel
(Non-combustible framing
materials above the replace
to ceiling) 46 in. (1168 mm)
Combustible mantel
(Combustible framing
materials above the replace
to ceiling) 60 in. (1524 mm)
Maximum mantel depth 12 in. (305 mm)
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C. Construct the Chase
A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the
replace and/or its vent system. Vertical chimneys that
run on the outside of a building must be installed inside a
chase.
In cold climates, Hearth & Home Technologies recom-
mends that the chase be well insulated using batt type
insulation between the joists.
Construction of the chase may vary with the type of build-
ing. These instructions are not substitutes for the require-
ments of local building codes. Local building codes MUST
be checked.
Chases should be constructed in the manner of all outside
walls of the home to prevent cold air drafting problems.
The chase should not break the outside building envelope
in any manner. All outer walls need to be insulated.
Building codes require false ceiling and ceiling restops/
attic shields at each oor of the chase or every 10 ft (3048
mm) of clear space to control spread of re.
Walls, ceiling, base plate and cantilever oor at the rst
level of the chase should be insulated (see Figure 3.4.)
Vapor and air inltration barriers should be installed in the
chase as per regional codes for the rest of the home. Ad-
ditionally, Hearth & Home Technologies recommends that
the inside surfaces be drywalled and taped (or the use of
an equivalent method) for maximum air tightness.
Holes and other openings should be caulked with high
temperature caulk or stuffed with unfaced ber glass
insulation.
Ceiling
Firestop
Metal Chase Top
Round Termination Cap
False Ceiling
Insulation in the
outside walls
of the chase
Attic
Insulation
Shield
Chimney
Ceiling
Firestop
Tabs
False Ceiling
False Ceiling
Insulation
Insulation
Storm Collar
Figure 3.4 Chase Assembly
1 2 3
All outside walls should be insulated.
Figure 3.5 Chase Constructions
1. Fireplace and chimney enclosed in an exterior chase.
2. Chimney offset through exterior wall and enclosed in chase.
3. Chase constructed on roof.
• The chase is constructed using framing materials much
the same as the walls in your home. A variety of siding
materials may be used including brick, stone, veneer
brick, or standard siding materials.
• In constructing the chase, several factors must be
considered:
- Maintain a 2 in. (51 mm) air space around the
chimney.
- The chase top must be constructed of non-
combustible material.
- In cold climates, a restop spacer and attic insulation
shield should be installed in an insulated false ceiling
at the 8 ft. (2438 mm) level above the replace
assembly. This reduces heat loss through the chase.
- In cold climates, the walls of the chase should be
insulated to the level of the false ceiling as shown in
Figure 3.4. This will help reduce heat loss from the
home around the replace.
Three examples of chase applications are shown in Fig-
ure 3.5.
WARNING! You must install false ceilings and ceil-
ing restops at each oor of the chase or every 10 ft
(3.05 m) to control spread of re.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT sealareabetweenre
stop opening and chimney pipe except where they enter
theatticorleavethewarmairenvelopeofthehome(use
600°Fsealant).
WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must maintain a minimum
2in.(51mm)airspaceclearancetoinsulationandother
materialssurroundingthechimneysystem.
• Insulationandothermaterialsmustbermlysecuredto
preventaccidentalcontactwithchimneysystem.
• Thechasemustbeproperlyblockedtopreventblown
insulation or other combustibles from entering and
makingcontactwithreplaceorchimney.
• Failuretopreventcontactbetweeninsulationorother
materialsandchimneysystemmaycauseoverheating
andre.
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D. Frame the Fireplace
NOTICE: Hearth extension design must be determined
before installation of replace.
If the replace is placed on the oor the maximum height
of a nished raised hearth is 5-3/4”, if you want a higher
raised hearth the replace must be placed on a platform.
NOTICE: Wiring for fans must be done before framed
enclosure is completed. If using a Heat Zone Kit, it
also must be installed before enclosure is complete.
The NorthStar will t a framed opening height of 43-7/8 in.
(1114 mm) tall and 42-1/4 in. (1073 mm) wide.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Youmustcomplywithall
minimumairspaceclearancestocombustibles.DO NOT
packrequiredairspaceswithinsulationorothermateri-
als.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Complywithallminimumclear-
ancesspecied.
• A minimum 1 in. (25 mm) air clearance must be
maintainedatthebackand1in.(25mm)tothesides
ofthereplaceassembly.
• Chimneysectionsatanylevelrequirea2in.(51mm)
minimumairspaceclearancebetweentheframingand
chimneysection.
Figure 3.3 shows a typical framing (using 2 x 4 lumber)
of the replace, assuming combustible materials are
used. All required clearances to combustibles around the
replace must be adhered to. See Figure 3.2. Any framing
across the top of the replace must be above the level of
the top standoffs. (No recess above standoffs.)
The nished cavity depth must be no less than 24 in.
(610 mm) from the nished backwall to the outside of front
wall framing. Framing must extend straight up all the way
to the ceiling.
CAUTION! RiskofCuts/Abrasions.Wearprotectivegloves
andsafetyglassesduringinstallation.Sheetmetaledges
are sharp.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Preventcontactwithsagging,
loose insulation.
• DO NOT install against vapor barriers or exposed
insulation.
• Secureinsulationandvaporbarriers.
• Provideminimumairspaceclearancesatthesidesand
backofthereplaceassemblyasoutlinedinSection3.
E. Secure and Level the Fireplace
This replace may be placed on either a combustible or
noncombustible continuous at surface. Follow the in-
structions for framing in Section 3. Slide the replace into
position. Be sure to provide the minimum 1 in. air clear-
ance at the sides and 1 in. at the back of the replace.
The replace should be positioned so the face of the non-
combustible material on the replace will be ush with the
face of the drywall on the walls. See Figure 3.6.
Level the replace and shim as necessary. Secure the
replace (using the pallet mounting brackets located on
either side of the replace) to the suboor.
These surfaces
must be even!
Drywall Non-combustible
facing material
Figure 3.6 Drywall - Non-combustible Facing Material
Standoffs are attached to the replace.
The unit can be positioned with the standoffs touching
combustible walls or framing but DO NOT pack insulation
or other materials in the air space between the replace
and wall.
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1in. (25 mm) Overlap
Metal strips 2 in. (51 mm) under edge of Fireplace
and Hearth Extension and extended 2 in. (51 mm)
beyond both sides of fireplace opening.
Nail or screw metal strips in place.
Pallet Mounting/Floor
Brackets
Raised Platform
Floor
2 in.
(51 mm)
1 in. (25 mm) min.
overlap
2 in.
(51 mm)
Top piece must overlap
bottom piece
Figure 3.8 Protect the Front of an Elevated Platform
F. Protective Metal Hearth Strips
Figure 3.7 Position the Protective Metal Hearth Strips
• Locate the two protective metal hearth strips measuring
approximately 26 in. x 4 in. (660 mm x 102 mm) included
with this replace.
• Slide each metal strip 2 in. (51 mm) under front edge of
replace.
• Overlap strips in the middle of replace opening by 1 in.
(25 mm) minimum.
• Metal strips must extend beyond the front and sides
of the replace opening by at least 2 in. (51 mm),
Figure 3.7).
• Protect the front of a platform elevated above the hearth
extension with metal strips (not included with replace)
per Figure 3.8. See Section 6 for hearth extension
instructions.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Protective metal hearth
stripsMUSTbeinstalledoncombustiblesurfaces.DO
NOTcovermetalstripswithcombustiblematerials.
Sparksorembersmayigniteooring.
WARNING! Risk of re! Hightemperatures,sparks,
embersorotherburningmaterialfallingfromthe
replacemayigniteooringorconcealedcombustible
surfaces.
• ProtectivemetalhearthstripsMUSTbeinstalled.
• Hearth extensions MUST be installed exactly as
specied.
WARNING! Risk of Fire!
Followtheseinstructionsexactly.
Facingmaterialsmustbeinstalledproperlytoprevent
re.
Nomaterialsmaybesubstitutedwithoutauthorizationby
Hearth & Home Technologies
G. Facing Material
TOOLS NEEDED: Powered drill with #2 Phillips head bit;
caulking gun.
Only non-combustible materials (supplied with replace)
may be used to cover the metal replace front.
NOTE: Allboardsarepre-drilledforyourconvenience.
Boards MUST be attached in the following order:
bottom,top,andthenthe twosides,red-paintedside
out.Thetopandbottomboardshouldeachhaveahang
tag attached. Leave them attached for referral for the
nishingoperation.
• Attach the bottom board to the bottom of the outer
replace can with enclosed screws, ensuring the board
is centered. DO NOT remove hang tags.
• Center and attach the top board to the outer can and
framing members. DO NOT remove hang tags.
• Using the Super Calstick, run a light bead (1/8 in.
minimum) between the metal surface of the replace
and the butt edges of the top board. See Figure 3.9.
• Ensuring the top of the side pieces and the top board
align, attach the side pieces to the outer can and framing
members.
Figure 3.9 Apply Non-combustible Materials
Side
Board
Bottom
Board
Side
Board
Top
Board
DO NOT
remove hang
tags
Apply bead of
Super Calstick to
edge here
NOTICE: 1/8in.ofthefacingmaterialmaybevisible
afternishingmaterialsareapplied.This1/8in.must
bepaintedortheredwillshow.
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H. Outside Air Kit
An outside air kit must be used for combustion. Hearth &
Home Technologies recommends you utilize the shortest
duct run to optimize the performance of the outside air
kit. The outside air inlet hood should be positioned in a
manner that will not allow snow, leaves, etc. to block the
inlet. In some installations the air duct may need to be run
vertically. In such an installation, a 3 ft (914 mm) height
difference must be maintained from the top of the upper-
most chimney section to the outside air inlet hood.
Refer to Figures 3.10 and 3.11 when placing the outside
air inlet hood.
The outside air kit is installed on the right hand side of the
replace. See Figure 3.12 for handle location/operation.
• Cut a 6-1/2 in. (165 mm) hole in outside wall to
accommodate air piping.
• Use 6 in. (152 mm) metal ex or rigid piping (not supplied)
to directly connect outside air to fireplace intake.
Insulating the pipe isn’t required but will help prevent
frost condensation.
• Use the supplied outside air inlet hood.
• Seal between the wall and the pipe with silicone to
prevent moisture penetration and air leaks.
• Seal between the outside air inlet hood and the house
with silicone to prevent air inltration.
CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions. Wearprotective
glovesandsafetyglassesduringinstallation.Sheetmetal
edges are sharp.
CAUTION! Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation! DO NOT draw
outsidecombustionairfromwall,oororceilingcavity,or
enclosed spaces such as an attic or garage.
• DO NOT place outside air inlet hood close to exhaust
ventsorchimneys.Fumesorodorcouldbedrawninto
theroomthroughthereplace.
• Locateoutsideairinlethoodtopreventblockagefrom
leaves,snow/ice,orotherdebris.Blockagescouldcause
combustionairstarvation.
Attic insulation shield
must be used to keep
insulation away from
chimney.
Ceiling firestop
on floor of attic.
3 ft min. from top of
uppermost chimney
section to air inlet.
Figure 3.10 Outside Air Inlet Locations
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Outlet blocked by
snow, leaves, etc.
NO
Garage or
combustible
liquids storage
NO
Attic space
NO
Outlet placed
higher than 3 ft
below the
termination cap
NO
UL181 Listed Class 0
or Class 1 metal flex or
rigid duct
Figure 3.11 Outside Air Installation
Figure 3.12 Outside Air
Termination Cap
supplied with
fireplace
UL 181 Listed Class 0 or
Class 1 metal flex or rigid
duct
Open/Close
Knob for
outside air
CLOSE
OPEN
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DUCT RUN REQUIREMENTS
MAXIMUM Duct Run = 40-ft. (12 m)
MINIMUM Duct Run = 36 in. (914 mm)
DUCTING MATERIAL
6 in. (152 mm) B-Vent Only
DO NOT duct into existing furnace plenum
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
1 in. (25 mm) from the B-Vent
1 /2 in. (13 mm) from top & bottom of outlet box
0 in. (0 mm) from the sides of outlet box
12 in. (305 mm) from wall register to ceiling
Refer to Figure 3.13.
CAUTION! ALLwiringshouldbedonebyaqualiedelec-
trician and shall be in compliance with local codes and
withtheNationalElectricCodeNFPA/NECNo.70-current.
CSC22.1 Canadian Electric Code.
Possible Air Duct Runs / Locations
Figure 3.13 Minimum Clearances to Combustibles
Ceiling Register
Wall Register
Floor Register
Two Duct Kits
Ceiling Register
12 in. (305mm) minimum clearance
from register to ceiling
I. Heat Zone Kit (Optional)
The Heat-Zone accessory kit conveys warm air from the
replace through air duct(s) to remote locations in the
same room or other rooms of the building. You may install
1 or 2 Heat-Zone kits on the replace. Installation of this
kit MUST be performed by a qualied service technician.
If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your local
dealer before starting installation. DO NOT install a dam-
aged kit.
This kit is tested and safe when installed in accordance
with this installation manual. It is your responsibility to
read all instructions before starting installation and to fol-
low these instructions carefully during installations.
The Heat-Zone® Wood kit is carefully engineered and
must be installed only as specied. If you modify it or any
of its components you will void the warranty and you may
possibly cause a re hazard. Installation must be done
according to applicable local, state, provincial and/or
national codes.
Plan the location of the replace and warm air duct run(s).
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Installation
• Remove the knockout or cover plate from the top of the
replace and discard it. See Figure 3.14.
• Cut a 3 in. (76 mm) hole in the insulation board as per
the dimensions shown in Figure 3.14.
Adapter
Mounting
Plate
Starter Pipe
Knockout
Cut a 3 in. (76 mm)
hole in insulation board
3-13/16 in.
(97 mm)
3-1/8 in. (79 mm)
C
L
Run Length Cut Pipe
20 - 40 ft (6-12 m) 2 in. (51 mm)*
*Aminimumof2in.(51mm)pipemustbeusedto
covertherawinsulationtopreventitfromblowing
out through the return air grille.
10 - 20 ft (3 - 6 m) 8 in. (203 mm)
3 - 10 ft (1 - 3 m) No cut needed**
**Usefull16in.(406mm)assupplied
• Determine the necessary length of starter pipe from the
Table 3.1 and cut as required.
Figure 3.14
• Slide the starter pipe into the replace, matching the
holes in the plate to the holes in the replace.
• Place the adapter on the mounting plate lining up holes.
Using four sheet metal screws included in the kit, secure
the adapter and mounting plate into replace. After
securing to the replace, tape down the adapter edges
to the top of the replace with aluminum tape to prevent
leakage.
• Determine the location for the air register and fan
housing assembly. Cut a 7-5/8 in. x 13-5/8 in. (143 mm
x 346 mm) hole between framing members (wall studs
or oor joists). The brackets can be rotated 180° and
mounted to the back side of the 2 x 4 if necessary. See
Figure 3.16.
NOTICE: The fan and electricalconnections mustbe
accessibleforservicingperlocalcoderequirements.
NOTICE: Ifthefanhousingisinstalledina2x4wall,
thefrontofthehousingwillprotrudeapproximately1/4
in.(6mm)fromthenishedwall.
• Attach enough 6 in. (152 mm) B-Vent as required for
your installation to the fan housing. A maximum of (4)
90° elbows is recommended. Securely twist lock the
B-Vent to the adapter.
Also screw the B-Vent to the outlet box on the fan
housing. See Figure 3.17. Support duct at intervals
of no greater than 4 ft (1 m) as required by local code.
Figure 3.15
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum
clearancesspecied.
• A minimum 1 in. (13 mm) air clearance must be
maintainedatthebackand1in.(25mm)tothesides
ofthereplaceassembly.
NOTE: It is important the pipe length be adhered to
or it will affect the performance of your replace.
• On the mounting plate, hand bend the tabs downward.
Slide the tabs over the outside of the starter pipe. Secure
with four sheet metal screws included in fasteners
package. Figure 3.15.
Table 3.1
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Securely Twist
Lock B-Vent to
Adapter
Secure B-Vent to Fan Housing
with sheet metal screws
Return Air Grille
Install with Louvers
pointed down
Bracket
Can rotate
180
o
2 x 4 Wall
Fan Housing
1/2 in. (13mm)
clearance to
combustibles
must be
maintained.
2 x 4 wall
Sheet Rock
Leave 1/4" (6mm) clearance
from all 4 outer edges
Seal grille using gasketing supplied with the kit
• Install the variable speed wall rheostat (with setting on
“OFF”) in a convenient location. This switch will control
the Heat-Zone fan operation.
• Remove the junction box. Wire 110 VAC service TO
the wall rheostat and FROM the wall rheostat to the
fan junction box. Use wire nuts to secure the 110 VAC
service wires to the hot (black) and neutral (white) fan
wires and screw the 110 VAC ground wire to the junction
box. See Figure 3.19.
• Secure the return air grille to the fan housing making
sure it is ush. The grille must be installed with the
louvers pointing down.
NOTICE: DO NOT USE ADJUSTABLE REGISTERS.
Junction Box Removed
Wire Clamp
Wire Nuts
Junction Box
Black
White
NOTICE: Secure the duct so that clearance to the re-
placeouterwrapismaintained.Tapeallseamswithalumi-
numtape1-1/4in.(32mm)minimumwidthorasspecied
bylocalcodes.)
• Seal all the way around the inside of the return air grille to
prevent hot air being drawn back into the venting system
using gasketing supplied with the kit. Leave 1/4 in. (6
mm) clearance from all four outer edges. Trim excess
gasketing. See Figure 3.18.
Figure 3.16
Figure 3.17
Figure 3.18
Figure 3.19
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