Masport LE4000 User manual

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SPECIFICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR
MASPORT LE4000 PROVINCIAL INSERT FIRE,
NEW ZEALAND MODEL
Manufactured in New Zealand by:
GLEN DIMPLEX AUSTRALASIA LIMITED
PO Box 58-473 Botany
Auckland 2163
Ph: 0800 666 2824
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.glendimplex.co.nz
Part. No. 59339720.03.2012

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DIMENSIONS: LE4000 PROVINCIAL INSERT
INTRODUCTION
In the interest of your safety, all building regulatory Authorities in New Zealand require any insert
woodfire installation into a masonry cavity, to comply with Installation Standard AS/NZS 2918:2001,
Appendix E. They may also have local requirements in addition to those in the Standard. Check
with your local Building Authority before commencing installation to find if you will require a
Permit and whether there are extra requirements. This woodfire has been tested to ensure that it
will meet the appropriate safety Standard requirements if these instructions are followed. As the
safety and emission performance can be affected by altering the appliance, no modifications are
allowed without written permission from the manufacturer.
The model LE4000 PROV has been tested to demonstrate compliance with current general
emission requirements in New Zealand, but some areas have stricter limits. So check the
requirements for our area before purchase or installing the unit.
NOTE: Dimensions do not include the insulating blanket. Add 30mm to rear and top to allow for
insulating blankets.
REAR VIEW SIDE VIEW L/H
MODEL D F FF FH FW H W
SLIM FASCIA 417 101 316 680 845 567 590
WIDE FASCIA 417 101 316 700 965 567 590

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WE RECOMMEND THAT THE INSTALLATION OF YOUR MASPORT WOODFIRE BE CARRIED
OUT BY A QUALIFIED SPECIALIST INSTALLER.
LE4000 PROVINCIAL MODEL HAS AN AIR RECIRCULATING FAN WHICH MUST BE
PERMANAENTLY CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY BY A REGISTERED
ELECTRICIAN. REFER DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION OF FAN FOR THIS
MODEL ON PAGE 8.
IN SOME REGIONS PERMANENT CONNECTIONS ARE NOT PERMISSIBLE WITHIN THE
FLOOR PROTECTOR AREA, PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITY.
IF THE SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR
ITS SERVICE AGENT OR A SIMILARY QUALIFIED PERSON IN ORDER TO AVOID
ELECTRICAL HAZARD.
WARNING: THE APPLIANCE AND FLUE SYSTEM MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH AS/NZS 2918:2001 AND THE APPROPRIATE REQUIREMENTS OF THE REVELANT
BUILDING CODE OR CODES.
WARNING: APPLIANCES INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS STANDARD SHOULD
COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF AS/NZS 4013 WHERE REQUIRED BY THE
REGULATORY AUTHORITY, I.E. THE APPLIANCE SHALL BE IDENTIFIABLE BY A
COMPLIANCE PLATE WITH THE MARKING ‘TESTED TO AS/NZS 4013’.
WARNING: ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED IN
WRITING BY THE TESTING AUTHORITY IS CONSIDERED TO BE IN BREACH OF THE
APPROVAL GRANTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH AS/NZS 4013.
LE4000 PROVINCIAL APPLIANCES CANNOT BE FITTED WITH WATER HEATING DEVICES
eg. WATER BOOSTERS.
CAUTION :
• PLEASE ENSURE THAT ONLY COMPONENTS APPROVED BY GLEN DIMPLEX
AUSTRALASIA LTD ARE USED FOR INSTALLATION, as substitutes may adversely affect
performance and might nullify compliance with the requirements of AS/NZS 2918:2001.
• MIXING OF APPLIANCE OR FLUE SYSTEM COMPONENTS FROM DIFFERENT
SOURCES OR MODIFYING THE DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATION OF COMPONENTS
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS. WHERE SUCH ACTION IS CONSIDERED,
THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE CONSULTED IN THE FIRST INSTANCE.
• CRACKED OR BROKEN COMPONENTS, E.G. GLASS PANELS, MAY RENDER THE
INSTALLATION UNSAFE.
• USE SMOKE DETECTORS ARE REQUIRED TO BE FITTED IN ALL RESIDENTIAL
HOUSEHOLDS AS PER THE GUIDELINES GIVEN IN AS1670.6 OR MANUFACTURER OF
THE SMOKE ALARM OR LOCAL BUILDING AUTHORITY.
• KEEP FURNITURE AND DRAPES WELL AWAY FROM THE STOVE.
NOTE
The following instructions cover the installation of the model LE4000 PROV Insert Fire into a sound
masonry fireplace which has an integral masonry chimney. Where such a chimney is not available,
the heater can be installed into a timber framed structure provided that it is mounted in a special
‘build in’ (or ‘zero clearance’) metal shielding box. Build-in (zero clearance) installation kits and the
special fascia and the special flue components necessary are available from your Masport Heating
Dealer. Full assembly instructions are included in the kit.

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
FIREPLACE PREPARATION
The LE4000 Prov fire may be installed in a sound masonry fireplace equipped with a sound
masonry chimney. Further it may be installed in a masonry enclosure by following the requirements
detailed in AS/NZS 2918:2001. LE4 4000 Prov model may be installed in a masonry fireplace even
though the fireplace has not been constructed to meet the 50mm timber-to-masonry separation
requirements specified in the New Zealand Building Code and even though timber is in contact
with the outside of the masonry. It may also be installed in a timber framed enclosure using a ‘zero
clearance’ kit. (Please refer to separate installation instructions).
For a safe installation the following matters must be attended to:
• The masonry fireplace and chimney must be thoroughly cleaned and checked for
soundness.
• The chimney must not connect to a second fireplace.
• The joint between the chimney face and the fireplace surround must be checked and sealed
to prevent leakage if necessary.
• The flue pipe must be fitted right up the masonry chimney to exit above the chimney top, and
the space between the flue pipe and chimney must be ventilated at the top. The area of this
vent must be not less than 10’000mm². The vent must be fitted with means to prevent
significant ingress of water and debris. The flue must be free to move up and down at the
top as it expands and contracts with temperature changes. This movement can be 25mm or
more.
FIREPLACE CAVITY DIMENSIONS (MINIMUM):
Width: 620mm
Height: 600mm
Depth: 450mm
Distance from face of fire place surround to center of flue spigot: 316mm
DISTANCES TO HEAT SENSITIVE MATERIALS:
SIDE WALLS:
Minimum distance to heat sensitive (combustible) sidewalls: 658mm from centerline of heater.
MANTLE SHELF:
Mantle shelf must be at least 1180mm above the base of the heater and it must not protrude more
than 150mm from the face of the fireplace surround.
MANTLE SHELF COLUMNS:
Minimum distance from centre line of heater: 658mm.
Maximum projection of column out from fireplace surround: 100mm.
HEAT SENSITIVE (COMBUSTIBLE) MATERIALS BEHIND FASCIA:
Exclusion zone for combustible materials behind fascia is as follows:
Width : 1290mm minimum
Height from base of heater: 1235mm minimum, if there is no mantel shelf fitted.
Height from base of heater: 1180mm minimum if there is a mantle shelf as above fitted.

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HEARTH PROJECTIONS
HEARTH HEIGHT ABOVE
EXPOSED FLOOR PROJECTION FROM GLASS - P1 PROJECTION FROM FIRE PLACE SURROUND - P2
mm mm mm
0 417 447
12.5 387 417
25 360 390
37.5 336 366
50 315 345
57 or greater 300 330
HEARTH REQUIREMENTS:
An insulating floor protector (hearth) is required. The minimum requirement for an insulating floor
protector (hearth) is two layers of 16mm thick MICORE 160, ‘PROMATECT H’, SUPALUX, or
ETERPAN LD (or similar with a heat transition coefficient of 5 W/m³ K), and a 6mm layer of tiles or
slate. This will give a thickness of approximately 40mm, and the extension from the face of the glass
must be at least 336mm (or 366mm from fireplace surround) if the floor protector is flush with the
surrounding heat sensitive material. The floor protector must be at least 935mm wide. It is desirable
to carry the floor protector all the way inside the fireplace to ensure that the bottom of the fire
does not rest below the top surface of the floor protector. Of course an existing fireplace should
already have a suitable hearth. Please check the dimensions.
The projection distance for the floor protector can be reduced if the height of the hearth is more than
0mm above combustible materials. Please refer to the following table:

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Measure the fireplace recess and remove bricks as necessary to accept the firebox outer case.
Clear away any rubble and clean, inspect and seal the chimney and fireplace as detailed under
‘INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS’.
Check the distance back from the face of the surround to the centre of chimney to determine
whether the flue will require an offset fitting.
Remove the door from the fire by opening it and lifting it up until the top pivot comes free and then
lower the door until the bottom pivot comes free.
Fit the Insulating Blanket (supplied with the fire) over the firebox cabinet. See drawing on page 7.
You require a 150mm diameter flue kit. We recommend the use of the GDA flue kit for insert
fires.
Assemble all flue pipes (use sealant and stainless steel fasteners) and lower assembly into
chimney. If flue offset fitting is required, fit it to the flue assembly from below and then lift the whole
assembly upwards to make room for the appliance. Verify that the case will be fully supported in a
level position when installed.
The flue pipe must be fitted right up the masonry chimney to exit above the chimney top, and the
space between the flue pipe and chimney must be ventilated at the top. The area of this vent must
not be less than 10,000mm2. The vent must be fitted with means to prevent significant ingress of
water and debris. The flue must be free to move up and down at the top as it expands and
contracts with flue temperature changes. This movement can be 25mm or more.
The LE4000 Prov has a curved sheet metal heat-shield on the top surface of the heater cabinet to
shield the flue spigot area from the front breast of the surround. A 25mm thick layer of compressed
insulation blanket covers the top surface of the heater cabinet.
Slide the firebox case into the cavity and adjust its position so that the flange on the top panel of
case is in line with the face of the fireplace surround. Slide out the top front section of the case for
access for fitting and fixing the flue. Lower the flue assembly into position. Seal the flue at the
firebox spigot using fire cement or fiberglass rope. Secure the flue to the spigot. Use stainless steel
screws. Now fit the flue shield (250 x 470mm) to the top of the fire as shown on drawing on page
7. This shield should “just” jammed between flue and the cabinet top. Re-fit the sliding panel with
the insulating blankets on top of the firebox outer cabinet.
In New Zealand and some regions of Australia, Standards require that the woodfire be secured to
prevent shifting in the event of an earthquake.
To provide seismic restraint, screw the case to the base of the fireplace recess with at least two
6mm masonry anchors (Dynabolts) or two 12 gauge screws through the holes in the bottom of the
firebox outer case. (Fasteners not supplied).
INTERNAL PARTS
Ensure that the ceiling baffle, secondary air tube and the two side boards are in their correct
position.
FASCIA
Assemble the fascia if necessary and fit to firebox as per instructions given on page 9.
DOOR
Hook the bottom pivot over the lower end of the hinge pin and lift the door up until the top pivot
drops over the top end of the hinge pin.
INSTALLING THE FIREBOX AND FLUE

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SCHEMATIC OF FLUE AND FLUE SHIELD ARRANGEMENT INSIDE THE
MASONRY CAVITY

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR AIR RECIRCULATING FAN OF LE4000 PROV
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
ALL ELECTRICAL WORK MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY A LICENCED REGISTERED
ELECTRICIAN.
THE FAN IS TO BE PERMANENTLY CONNECTED TO THE MAINS SUPPLY WITH NO
PERIPHERAL CONTROLS. THIS MEANS, THERE MUST NOT BE A PLUG AND SOCKET
ARRANGEMENT. IN ORDER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW ZEALAND ELECTRICAL
STANDARDS, AN ISOLATION SWITCH IS NEEDED FOR ISOLATING THE FAN FROM THE
SOURCE OF POWER.
FOR FIRES INSTALLED IN THE CANTERBURRY REGION:
A COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE, SIGNED BY THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR WIRING THE
APPLIANCE, SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE CANTERBURY REGIONAL COUNCIL, WITHIN
ONE MONTH OF INSTALLATION, TO CERTIFY THAT THE SYSTEM IS WIRED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS AND INSTRUCTION GIVEN
IN THIS MANUAL.
OPERATIONS OF FAN
During the operation of the fire, once the fire has warmed up, the internally mounted heat operated
switch (Thermodisc) will automatically switch the fan on. It may take approximately 15 minutes to
reach the switching temperature. This is to prevent cold air being circulated. The fan will be
running throughout the heating cycle. This is to ensure maximum efficiency for your woodfire.
Once the fire has cooled down, the fan will automatically switch off. The fan uses very little power,
approximately 30 Watts.
SAFETY
The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm person without
supervision. Supervise young children to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
If a supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, it’s service agent or a
suitably qualified person, in order to avoid electrical hazard.
MAINTENANCE
The fan should need little attention other than occasionally (perhaps once a year) removing it to
clean dust and lint from the impeller. First using isolation switch , isolate the appliance from the
electricity source. The fan can be accessed by removing the ash shelf. This is done by turning the
two screws below the ash shelf 1/4 turn and pull the bottom of the shelf out and then lift the shelf up
to disengage the top. Clean the impeller blades carefully by blowing or vacuuming. Do not apply
force to the impellers. Reinstall the ash shelf. Switch ON the power supply using isolation switch.

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SLIM AND WIDE FASCIA ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION FOR
LE4000 PROVINCIAL INSERTS
If the fascia is not assembled use steps 1-4 to put together fascia components. Use steps 5 & 6 to
attach fascia to firebox cabinet / casing.
1. Lay the fascia panels flat, face down on something soft so they won’t scratch.
2. Align the bottom flange of each side panel with the corresponding end of the bottom rail.
Using the self-tapping screws provided, attaché the bottom rail to the bottom flanges of the
side panels. Tighten the screws only loosely at this stage. (see Fig.1)
3. Lower the top panel assembly into place with the locating prongs pointing down so that they
fit inside the top edges of each side panel. Fasten the top panel to the case through the two
holes in the lower flange of the top panel assembly. (see Fig.2)
4. Offer the fascia assembly up to the case to obtain the correct width for the side panel spacing
keeping the inside flanges of each panel on the inner side of the mounting flange of the
fireplace. Carefully remove the assembly and tighten the screws fastening the bottom rail to
the side panels.
5. Ensure that the wires are away from the side of the fireplace. The power cord should be run
behind the fascia panel and out through the slot in the side of the fascia. The rubber
grommet on the power cord should be inserted into the slot to protect the power leads
against possible damage.
6. Offer the fascia assembly up to the case once more and secure through the two holes on the
inner edges of each fascia side panel and two holes of top panel assembly using the screws
provided. (see fig.3)
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 2