Renaissance RUMFORD 1500 User manual

RUMFORD 1500

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Dear Customer,
The Renaissance Rumford™ 1500 is a member of the Renaissance
Fireplaces family of ultra-high end, low emission fireplaces. This model is
the largest of our fireplaces with approximately 1500 square inches of
beautiful viewing space. It combines technology with elegance, allowing
you to enjoy an open fire without compromising environmental quality.
We have designed your new Renaissance Rumford™ 1500 to be easy to
install, operate and maintain. It is in your best interest to become familiar
with it. Study your manual to be sure that the installation is correct, and
then follow the guidelines for operation and maintenance.
We at Renaissance Fireplaces™ congratulate you on your choice of the
Rumford 1500, and are confident that you have purchased a fireplace
that burns cleanly, without compromise.
Sincerely,
Renaissance FireplacesTM Team
November 2010

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST 4
DO'S AND DON'TS 4
CREOSOTE:FORMATION AND REMOVAL 5
FUEL WOOD 5
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 6
OPTIONS 6
UNIT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES 7
INSTALLATION 11
LOCATION 11
CEILING CLEARANCE 11
UNPACKING YOUR RUMFORD 1500 14
MOVING THE RUMFORD 1500 15
FLOORING REQUIREMENTS 15
SECURING THE FIREPLACE 17
DOOR AND FIRESCREEN INSTALLATION 18
FINISHING COVERS INSTALLATION 19
SURROUND LINTELS INSTALLATION 20
OUTSIDE AIR DUCT 20
CHIMNEY 21
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 22
OFFSET CHIMNEY 25
CHASE ENCLOSURE 27
FRAMING 27
FIREPLACE FACING 28
HEARTH EXTENSION 29
MANTEL 32
FIREBOX LINING INSTALLATION 32
VERMICULITE REFRACTORY FIREBOX LINING INFORMATION 32
OPERATION 33
OUTSIDE AIR CONTROL 33
LIGHTING THE RUMFORD 1500 33
CONTROLLING YOUR FIRE 34
REFUELING 34
GUILLOTINE DOOR 34
GUILLOTINE FIRESCREEN 35
MAINTENANCE 36
GENERAL CLEANING 36
PAINT 36
GLASS CLEANING 36
CHIMNEY CLEANING 36
DISPOSAL OF ASHES 37
GUILLOTINE SYSTEM 37
GUILLOTINE DOOR'S SEAL 37
REPLACEMENT PARTS 39
LISTING LABEL 40
30 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 41

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SAFETY FIRST
DO'S AND DON'TS
If this fireplace is not properly installed, a house fire could result. For your
safety, follow the installation directions. Contact your local authority having
jurisdiction (such as municipal building department or fire department)
regarding restrictions and installation requirements, and the need to obtain a
permit.
To ANYONE using this fireplace: these DO's and DONT's are for your safety.
DO read this instruction manual before lighting your first fire. DO keep these1. instructions for future use.
DO burn dry, split, seasoned wood fuel.2.
To avoid glass breakage, DO NOT slam the fireplace door.3.
DO NOT use the fireplace with the door closed if the glass is cracked or broken.4. Replace the glass before using the glass door again.
DO NOT ever use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter5. fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire. Keep all such liquids well away
from the fireplace while it is in use.
DO NOT use logs that are longer than 22".6.
DO NOT overfire the fireplace. Burn a maximum of 4 medium logs (5" diameter)7. or 3 large logs (6" diameter) at a time. See complete warning on page 34.
DO NOT operate the fireplace with both the firescreen and door open. One of the8. two should always be closed while having a fire.
DO operate the fireplace with the door either fully closed or fully open. If the9. door is left partly open, it will increase the burn rate and permanently damage the
fireplace.
DO keep all combustible materials (furniture, firewood, etc.) at least 4' away from10.the front of the fireplace.
DO NOT use a fireplace grate or other products not specified for use with this11.fireplace.
DO NOT step or put legs of a step ladder on the metal front step or the hearth12.threshold.
NOTE
: We strongly recommend that our
products be installed and serviced by
professionals who are certified by the National
Fireplace Institute in the U.S. or by Wood
Energy Technology Transfer Inc. in Canada.

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WARNING: OVER FIRING THE RENAISSANCE RUMFORD WILL CAUSE DURABILITY
PROBLEMS.1
THE RENAISSANCE IS CAPABLE OF BURNING CLEANLY PRIMARILY BECAUSE IT HAS
BEEN ENGINEERED TO QUICKLY BURN VERY HOT. THIS RESULTS IN A BEAUTIFUL,
CLEAN FIRE BUT CAN CAUSE DURABILITY PROBLEMS IF THE UNIT IS REGULARLY
OVERLOADED AND/OR OPERATED CONTINUOUSLY WITH LARGE WOOD LOADS. THE
RENAISSANCE IS PRIMARILY A DECORATIVE APPLIANCE AND ACCORDINGLY LESS
EFFICIENT THAN A WOOD BURNING STOVE SO THERE IS NO BENEFIT TO BURNING
LARGER WOOD LOADS.
THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WILL ENSURE YOUR FIREPLACE BURNS BEAUTIFULLY
WHILE MAINTAINING ITS DURABILITY:
APPROXIMATE MAXIMUM LOG SIZE: 22" LONG, 6" IN DIAMETER.
APPROXIMATE MAXIMUM LOAD: NO MORE THAN 3 LOGS AS SPECIFIED ABOVE.
THIS WOOD LOAD IS MORE THAN SUFFICIENT TO FILL THE FIREBOX COMPLETELY WITH
FLAMES AND PROVIDE A LARGE AMOUNT OF RADIANT HEAT.
THE RENAISSANCE RUMFORD WILL BURN WITH LARGE HIGH FLAMES REGARDLESS OF
HOW THE WOOD IS PLACED IN THE UNIT. STACKING THE WOOD TIPI-STYLE AGAINST
THE BACK OF THE FIREPLACE IS ACCEPTABLE BUT CAN COSMETICALLY DAMAGE THE
FIREBOX REFRACTORY BRICKS IF YOU’RE NOT CAREFUL PLACING THE LOGS.
IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SIGNS APPEAR IN YOUR FIREPLACE THEN YOU ARE OVER
FIRING:
•
THE REFRACTORY BRICKS HAVE CHANGED COLOR
•
THE DOOR CHANNEL IS WARPED
CREOSOTE:FORMATION AND REMOVAL
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine
with the expelled moisture from the wood to form creosote. The creosote vapors can
condense in the relatively cool chimney of a slow burning fire. When ignited, this
creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney should be inspected periodically
during the heating season to see if a creosote build-up has occurred. If a significant
layer of creosote has accumulated (¼" or more), it should be removed to reduce the risk
of chimney fire.
FUEL WOOD
We recommend always burning your fireplace with split, dry, seasoned wood logs. Do
not use construction scraps (e.g. 2x4 or plywood scraps) as your only supply of fuel as
you can overheat and seriously damage the fireplace.
WARNING: BURN DRY WOOD ONLY.
DO NOT BURN DRIFTWOOD, TREATED WOOD, COAL, GARBAGE, OR PLASTIC.
If you use densified wood logs, do not use more than two at a time and only with the
firescreen closed. If you use more than two at a time, you will overfire the fireplace. Do
not poke or stir the logs while they are burning.
If you use wax fuel logs (e.g. Duraflame), do not use more than one wax fuel log at a
time and only with the firescreen closed. Using them with a closed door will lead to a
1This is similar to operating a car at full throttle – it’s ok occasionally but the car will wear out much more
quickly if you do it on a regular basis.

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dirty glass. Futhermore, if you use more than one at a time, you will overfire the
fireplace. Do not poke or stir the log while it is burning.
Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for fireplace use. In Canada, they should
meet the requirements of ULC/ORD-C127-M1990. Refer to the firelog warnings and
caution markings prior to use.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The RUMFORD 1500 fireplace is environmentally friendly and provides a magnificent
view of the fire.
When lined with the optional vermiculite panels, it has met the United States
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Wood Burning Fireplace Program Phase 2
emission level. It is:
•Typically burning at a rate of 5.9 kg/hr,
•Clean burning with an emission rate of 3.4 g/kg when burned with the door open and
the firescreen closed as tested with ASTM 25582test protocol,
•Clean burning with an emission rate of 0.68 g/kg when burned with the door closed
as tested with ASTM 25581test protocol,
•Clean burning with an equivalent emission rate of 3.95 g/hr when burned with the
door closed, and
•An exempt fireplace when tested as per the EPA Stove test protocol. It then obtained
a burn rate above 5kg/h.
OPTIONS
The RUMFORD 1500 has two options for the bricks that line the interior of the firebox.
One of the two options MUST be installed.
1. Vermiculite panels with a herringbone brick pattern (EO-VP1500). This choice offers
the cleanest burning fireplace on the market and a very classic herringbone look.
Pros: super low emissions, very fast startup.
Cons: Less durable than cement refractory bricks, expect to see wear and cracking
with these bricks over time.
2. Cement refractory bricks with a running bond brick pattern (EO-RB1500) which
offers the most durable solution for the Rumford and a very traditional look.
Pros: Durable and dependable, less maintenance and degradation over time.
Cons: The fireplace will not light as quickly.
WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET.
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS
LOG SET INTO THIS FIREPLACE. DO NOT INSTALL A GAS LIGHTER BECAUSE
THE HEAT PRODUCED BY THE FIREPLACE MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE
GAS LIGHTER
2ASTM 2558: Standard Test Method for Determining Particulate Matter Emissions from Fires in Low Mass
Wood-Burning Fireplaces.

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UNIT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
* The fireplace bottom standoff is required if the fireplace is installed on a combustible
floor surface or on a combustible floor structure or on a combustible raised platform.
See section "INSTALLATION: Flooring Requirements
" for all the details regarding the
requirements to use the fireplace bottom standoff.
Figure 1 Fireplace Dimensions

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Figure 2 Fireplace Clearances

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Table 1 Unit Clearances and Specifications
A
Distance to combustible material from side, back and top
standoffs 0" (0.0 mm)
B Minimum distance from
side wall to the side of the
fireplace opening 24" (610 mm)
C
Minimum ceiling clearance:
Always take measurement
from the lowest point on the fireplace

When the bottom standoff is not being used,
measure from the base of the fireplace to the ceiling

When the bottom standoff is installed, measure from
the base of the bottom standoff to the ceiling
(refer to the "INSTALLATION: Flooring Requirements"
section for details)
8' (2.44 m)
D
Minimum chimney height: minimum total chimney height
from fireplace top to below the chimney rain cap 12' (3.66 m)
E
Maximum chimney height: maximum total chimney
height from fireplace top to below the chimney rain cap 60'
(18.3 m)
F Maximum chimney height supported by the fireplace 15' (4.57 m)
G Minimum depth of non-
combustible hearth extension:
from the front of the fireplace
(refer to the
"INSTALLATION: Hearth Extension" section for details) 24" (610 mm)
H
Minimum width of non-
combustible hearth extension:
total width, must be centered on the firebox opening
(refer to the "INSTALLATION: Hearth Extension" section
for details)
67" (1.70 m)
I Minimum width of the spark guard 67" (1.70 m)
J Maximum mantel shelf depth (see Table 2
for other
mantel sizes) 12" (305 mm)
K
Minimum height of a combustible mantel shelf above the
top of the fireplace opening (to the bottom of the
combustible mantel) (refer to the "INSTALLATION:
Mantel" section for details)
See Table 2
L Maximum mantel post depth (see Table 3
for other
mantel post sizes) 12" (305 mm)
M Minimum distance between each combustible mantel post and the fireplace opening (refer to the "INSTALLATION:
Mantel" section for details) See Table 3

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Table 2 Various Mantel Shelf Depths and Corresponding Installation Heights
Maximum Mantel Shelf Depth Minimum Installation Height
0" to 6" 7"
12" 12"
A combustible mantel shelf MUST NOT be installed less than 7
" above the top of the
fireplace opening. A combustible mantel shelf MUST NOT be deeper than 12".
For combustible mantel shelf depths between 6" and 12", simply install the mantel shelf
at a distance above the fireplace opening corresponding to the mantel shelf depth:
•For example, mantel shelf depth to be installed: 9 ¼"
•It is between 6" and 12"
•So: (9.25" x 5/6) + 2 = 9.708" = 9 ¾" (always round upwards)
•Minimum installation height of a 9 ¼" mantel: 9 ¾" above the fireplace opening.
If the combustible mantel shelf varies in depth, it has to be installed so that its thickest
part is not installed lower than the corresponding minimum installation height. Also, the
thinnest point of the mantel shelf must not be installed lower than the minimum
installation height corresponding to its depth.
Refer to the "INSTALLATION: Mantel" section.
Table 3 Various Mantel Post Depths and Corresponding Installation Distance
Maximum Mantel Post Depth Minimum Installation Distance
0" to 3" 6"
12" 12"
A combustible mantel post MUST NOT be installed less than 6" from either side of the
fireplace opening. A combustible mantel post MUST NOT be deeper than 12".
For combustible mantel post depths between 6" and 12", you can calculate the minimum
installation distance between the two mantel posts given as follows:
•For example, mantel post depth to be installed: 9 ¼"
•It is between 3" and 12"
•So: (9.25" x 6/9) + 4 = 10.167" = 10 3/16" (always round upwards)
•Minimum installation distance of a 9 ¼" mantel post: 10 3/16"from either side of
the fireplace opening.
If the combustible mantel post varies in depth, it
has to be installed so that its thickest
part is not installed closer than the corresponding minimum installation distance. Also,
the thinnest point of the mantel post must not be installed closer than the minimum
installation distance corresponding to its depth.
Refer to the "INSTALLATION: Mantel" section.

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INSTALLATION
Check with your local authority having jurisdiction (such as municipal building
department, fire department, fire prevention bureau, etc.) regarding restrictions and
installation requirements, and the need to obtain a permit.
WARNING: IF THIS FIREPLACE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE CAN
RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND CLEARANCES. DO NOT PACK REQUIRED AIR SPACES WITH
INSULATION OR OTHER MATERIALS.
LOCATION
The RUMFORD 1500 must be installed within the vapor barrier of the home. It cannot be
installed outside, or on a three season porch.
Your RUMFORD 1500 fireplace may be installed in different ways (see Figure 3).
Specifications of the fireplace along with clearances are shown in Figure 1, Figure 2,
Table 1, Table 2 and Table 3. We recommend that you take the time to plan your entire
installation (fireplace and chimney) before beginning the actual installation (refer to
Figure 4).
Note the location of roof and floor joists. Choose a location that does not require1. cutting them if possible.
Do not build shelves or cupboards in the area above the fireplace. This space must2. be kept empty.
We recommend the chimney be installed in the interior of the building as it will3. provide better performance than an exterior chimney. In areas with continuous
temperatures below 32°F (0°C) the use of an exterior chimney may result in
operating problems such as poor draft and excessive condensation of combustion
products. If you do install an exterior chimney we recommend that you install it
within an insulated enclosure (see Installation: Chase Enclosure).
CEILING CLEARANCE
The ceiling clearance varies depending if the fireplace is installed on a non-combustible
floor or on a combustible floor.
On a non-combustible floor with a non-combustible floor structure, the ceiling clearance
is the distance from the base of the fireplace to the ceiling.
On a combustible floor or on a combustible floor structure, you need to install the
fireplace on the fireplace bottom standoff thus the ceiling clearance is the distance from
the base of the fireplace bottom standoff to the ceiling.
For ceiling clearance requirements refer to Table 1 (C).

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The framing dimensions are larger than required for ease of installation.
* Framing height: see “INSTALLATION: Flooring Requirements” section for
specifics.
94" = framing height for installation on a combustible floor (i.e.
bottom standoff is required)
88 ¾" = framing height for installations on a non-combustible floor.
Figure 3 Framing Examples

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Figure 4 General Installation

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UNPACKING YOUR RUMFORD 1500
WARNING: THE FIREPLACE IS FRONT HEAVY. MAKE SURE TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN
CONTACT WITH THE FIREPLACE WHEN MOVING IT TO PREVENT ANY UNDUE
TILTING.
The RUMFORD 1500 fireplace is front heavy. To safely ship and transport the RUMFORD
1500, we have taken various parts from the front of the fireplace and attach them to the
back of the crate rendering it well-balanced. As soon as you start removing heavy parts
from the back of the crate, the rest of the crate becomes unbalanced, be careful.
Furthermore, to ease the fireplace transportation, the overall size and weight of the
fireplace has been reduced by not installing various parts on the fireplace.
Two transportation blocking brackets are in place to prevent the guillotine door from
moving during shipping. Do not attempt to move the guillotine door before removing
these transportation safety devices. To remove some weight on the front of the
fireplace, the counterweights are not installed; they are attached to the back of the
crate. We recommend that you wait until the fireplace is in its final position before
removing the transportation blocking brackets and installing the counterweights. Until
you do, the guillotine door is disabled.
The fireplace crate includes all of the following:
(A) Fireplace in transportation configuration (approximately 970 lb);
(B) Five small brackets and screws securing the fireplace to the crate: keep them, they
will be necessary for securing the fireplace to the floor;
(C) Top finishing cover;
(D) One front top finishing cover;
(E) Three black lintels wrapped in paper;
(F) Two bottom standoff supports;
(G) On bottom standoff shield;
(H) Two bigger counterweights: attached to the back vertical posts of the crate
(approximately 35 lb each);
(I) One smaller counterweight: attached to the back vertical posts of the crate
(approximately 11 lb each);
(J) A pair of Renaissance andirons;
(K) A hearth threshold in three parts;
(L) Spark guard;
(M) Six anti-tip stability brackets: attached to the top of the fireplace casing;
(N) In the manual bag (attached to the top of the fireplace casing):
•Two counterweight blocking rods;
•Two black round caps;
•One bag with 24 large self-tapping
screws;
•One bag with 21 small self-
tapping screws;
•One bag with 15 rivets;
•A removable door handle;
•Some high temperature grease;
•A 5" external air coupling;
•An owner's and installation manual.
These items will be referred to by the above letters throughout the installation
instructions of the fireplace itself.

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MOVING THE RUMFORD 1500
WARNING: THE FIREPLACE IS FRONT HEAVY. MAKE SURE TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN
CONTACT WITH THE FIREPLACE WHEN MOVING IT TO PREVENT ANY UNDUE
TILTING.
The fireplace arrives with two
transportation handles, one on each side
of the fireplace. They are solidly attached
and can be used to lift and transport the
fireplace without the pallet. Moving
straps or dollies can also be used.
Always handle the fireplace by its casing.
The front of the fireplace, or guillotine
bay, cannot be used to lift the rest of the
fireplace. The RUMFORD 1500's main
body weighs 970 lb as shipped.
You can use an Escalera to move the
fireplace. If you do, make sure to
position the attachment straps at the
locations shown in Figure 5. Do not put
the attachment straps anywhere else or
you will damage the guillotine system by
doing so.
Be aware that once the RUMFORD
1500 is removed from its pallet it
cannot be moved from the side
because you will damage the guillotine bay that is wider than the rest of the
fireplace.
If needed, you can further reduce the weight of the fireplace by removing the glass door
(50 lb).
If you decide to remove the glass door, make sure that the guillotine door is locked in its
transportation position by the two brackets.
WARNING: YOU WILL PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE GUILLOTINE SYSTEM IF YOU
ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE GLASS DOOR WHILE THE GUILLOTINE SYSTEM IS
UNLOCKED.
Start by opening the firescreen. Make sure not to drop it because nothing will prevent it
from falling, the counterweight system is not yet installed. Using a piece of wood of
about 44" long, block the firescreen, close to its center, in the open position, then unlock
the glass door (see Figure 22). Remove the piece of wood that holds the firescreen, hold
it open with one hand and open the door with the other hand. Reposition the pice of
wood to hold the firescreen open. Either have someone hold the glass door or place a
cushion under it to hold it open. Using a 5/32" Allen key, remove the five screws holding
the hinge to the guillotine frame. Start by the bottom and move your way up. Be
cautious not to drop the glass door once you start unscrewing the last screw. Get a good
hold of the glass door and move it to a secure location. Carefully close the firescreen.
FLOORING REQUIREMENTS
Before installing your RUMFORD 1500, make sure the floor surface and floor structure
can sustain the weight of the complete fireplace and whatever finishing material you will
use to cover the facing of your fireplace.
Figure 5 Attachment straps location

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You can install your fireplace at the floor level or build a platform to elevate it to the
desired height. Again, make sure the platform is built to sustain the weight of the
fireplace and finishing material you will use to finish the facing of your fireplace.
NON-COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR
If you install your RUMFORD 1500 on a non-combustible floor (surface and structure)
with or without a non-combustible platform, you are not obligated to use the fireplace
bottom standoff. If you decide that you want to use the fireplace bottom standoff to
elevate your fireplace, follow the instructions in the next section.
COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR
If you install your RUMFORD 1500 on any type of combustible floor surface or structure,
you MUST install the fireplace onto the fireplace bottom standoff provided with the
fireplace. You must also reinforce the sub-floor to help spread the load from the legs of
the bottom standoff throughout the floor structure to prevent sagging.
First, cut a ¾" plywood the size of the fireplace enclosure and install it on the sub-1. floor where the fireplace will be installed. Fix it to the sub-floor with wood screws
every 4-6" in a grid pattern.
Figure 6 Positioning the Fireplace Bottom Standoff
Next, assemble the bottom standoff shield (G) to both supports (F) (see Figure 7)2. using eight large self-tapping screws (N).
Figure 7 Installing the Fireplace Bottom Standoff

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Position the bottom standoff on the floor along with the spark guard (L) (refer to the3. "Hearth Extension" section for additional information). Use Figure 6 to help in
properly locating the bottom standoff and the spark guard based on the silhouette of
the entire fireplace which includes the back and angled sides' standoffs.
Using at least 1½" wood screws (not provided), solidly attach both left and right4. sides of bottom standoff to the floor, as well as the front and back of the inner sides,
as shown in Figure 7. If possible, attach the bottom standoff to the floor joists below
using 3" wood screws (not provided).
Install the fireplace on the fireplace bottom standoff making sure that the base of the5. fireplace is aligned with the bottom standoff as shown in Figure 6.
SECURING THE FIREPLACE
The fireplace MUST be solidly attached to both the floor and to the back wall.
If the fireplace bottom standoff is not installed, use the five small brackets (C) that were
securing the fireplace to the crate and attach the casing of the fireplace to the floor.
Position the brackets all around the fireplace in the same fashion as they were on the
crate.
If the fireplace bottom
standoff is installed, use four
of the anti-tip stability
brackets (M) and eight of the
large self-tapping screws
provided (N), attach the
fireplace to the floor. Position
the brackets all around the
fireplace in the same fashion
as they were on the crate. If
possible, try to have at least
one, if not two, of the
brackets screwed into the
floor joists with 3" wood
screws.
You also need to install two
anti-tip stability brackets (M)
at the top of the fireplace.
They must be solidly screwed
to the back wall and to the top
of the fireplace. Depending on
your specific installation, you
can install the anti-tip stability
brackets in two different
ways. Refer to Figure 8 for
examples of installation of the
anti-tip stability brackets. Use
eight of the large self-tapping
screws provided (N) to attach
both anti-tip stability brackets
to the top of the fireplace
casing.
Figure 8 Anti-Tip Stability Bracket Installation

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DOOR AND FIRESCREEN INSTALLATION
Now that the fireplace is correctly positioned, you can finish unpacking the guillotine
system. Start by completing the installation of the guillotine door.
To be able to install the counterweights (H) some parts need to be removed and1. reinstalled later (see Figure 9). Take the time to notice how they are installed and
keep all the screws. Start by removing the front central finishing cover (just above
the firebox opening). Continue by removing both left and right access doors for the
counterweights.
Grab the firescreen with both hands and lift it straight up. Be careful not to drop it,2. there is no counterweight or latch. Use a piece of wood about 44" long to keep the
firescreen open.
Find the two bigger counterweights (H), the two counterweight blocking rods and the3. two black round caps from the manual bag (N).
Start on the right side. Undo the knot in the cable around the back right pulley and4. slip it through the pulley and down the counterweight channel so that on end hangs
down through the bottom opening of the back counterweight channel.
Attach the cable to the counterweight (H) using the threaded connector and screw5. the threaded connector closed.
Locate one of the counterweight blocking rods (N), you will need it shortly.6.
Get a good hold of the other end of the cable; wear gloves for a better grip. Pull7. gently on the cable to insert the counterweight in the channel making sure not to
tear away the felt. Pull the counterweight all the way to the top of the counterweight
channel. Each counterweight weighs approximately 35 lb.
Push the counterweight blocking rod (N) through the hole in the counterweight8. channel located about 62" from the floor. Make sure to pass the blocking rod all the
way through the channel and out the back.
Once the rod is in place, you can let go of the
counterweight cable.
Take the time to remove any twist the cable9. may have before attaching it to the frame of
the guillotine door using the threaded
connector.
Repeat steps 4 through 9 for the left door10.counterweight.
Verify that both cables are centered on their11.pulleys. Pull on each cable to take the weight
off the counterweight and then gently remove
each of the counterweight blocking rods.
The guillotine door is kept closed by two12.transportation blocking brackets. There is a
blocking bracket at the bottom of the
guillotine door on each side. Remove the
screw holding the blocking bracket on both
sides.
You can now install the two black round caps13.(N) provided over the two holes in the
guillotine frame. Just push them in place.
Figure 9 Parts to be removed to
allow the installation of the
door and firescreen

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The guillotine door can now be moved up and down.14.
Being careful not to knock the firescreen off its wood support, try moving the door up
and down slowly while looking at the cables and the pulleys. Make sure each cable is
able to move freely over its pulley. If needed, realign the pulleys. If you do so, do not
forget to tighten the pulleys nut and bolts without over tightening.
Now undo the knot in the cable around the front right pulley and slip it through the15.pulley and down the front counterweight channel so that on end hangs down through
the bottom opening of the front counterweight channel.
Attach the cable to the small counterweight (I) using the threaded connector and16.screw the threaded connector closed.
Take the time to remove any twist the cable may have before attaching it to the17.frame of the firescreen using the threaded connector.
Grab hold of the firescreen, lift it just enough to remove the wood support and bring18.it down slowly just enough to put tension on the cable.
The firescreen is ready to be moved up and down.19.
Try moving the firescreen up and down slowly while looking at the cables and their
pulleys. Make sure the cablesare able to move freely and centered over their pulley in a
straight line. If needed, realign the pulleys. If you do so, do not forget to tighten the
pulleys' nuts and bolts without over tightening.
FINISHING COVERS INSTALLATION
Make sure the guillotine door and the firescreen are closed before continuing
Reinstall both left and right counterweight access doors and the front central1. finishing cover (just above the firebox opening) (see Figure 9).
Find the top finishing cover (C) and the front top finishing cover (D) along with the2. bag of small self-tapping screws (N).
Install the top finishing cover as shown in Figure 10. Put it on top of the fireplace. It3. should rest over the two side finishing covers and flush on the front. The back edge
should be on the top of the fireplace casing as shown in Figure 10. Using two small
self-tapping screws, attach both sides of the top finishing cover to the sides. Using
five of the small self-tapping screws, attach the back edge of the top finishing cover
to the top of the fireplace casing.
Again, using small self-tapping screws, install the front top finishing cover (D) as4. shown in Figure 10. Make sure to install the four side screws from the outside
towards the inside so that the screws tips do not protrude from the side of the
fireplace.

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Figure 10 Installation of the top finishing cover and front top finishing cover
Try moving the firescreen up and down slowly to confirm that none of the screws
impede its movement. Do the same for the glass door.
We recommend that both the guillotine door and the firescreen remain closed while
completing the fireplace and chimney installation.
SURROUND LINTELS INSTALLATION
Lintels are provided with the fireplace to easily finish
the border of the front opening. Use the rivets provided
(N) to attach the lintels to the fireplace as shown in
Figure 11.
These lintels protrude past the front of the fireplace by
1" allowing ½" for the cement board panels that must
cover the front and ½" for your non-combustible
finishing materials.
If thicker lintels are required, though not provided, you
can use the provided lintels as a template to have
custom lintels made.
OUTSIDE AIR DUCT
After the fireplace is correctly positioned, connect the outside air inlet of the fireplace to
the outside (see Figure 12).
Use an insulated aluminum flexible duct rated at over 200°F (93°C). The duct should not
exceed 12' vertical rise above the base of the unit.
The air inlet MUST be at least 5' below the top of the chimney flue and must
never terminate in attic spaces.
A 4" diameter duct can be used if the total duct run is less than 25'. For longer runs, use
5" diameter duct. Both 4" and 5" connecting sleeves are provided with the fireplace
Find a convenient location for the combustion air duct and outside air inlet. The1. outside air inlet can be above or below floor level.
Figure 11
Surround Lintel
Installation