Stellar Hearth CTL-58-AF User manual

IMPORTANT: This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated on the rating plate.
An LP conversion kit is available when using Liquid Propane gas; order separately.
These products have been tested
and listed for use in the USA and
Canada by:
Underwriters Laboratories,
Northbook, IL
File #MH47882
CML-58-AF (Contemporary)
CTL-58-AF (Transitional)
Linear Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces
Installation and Operating Instructions
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
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vicinity of this or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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do not use any phone in your
building.
  
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from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
  

— Installation and service must be
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service agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD.
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
DANGER
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
DO NOT DISCARD
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
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Listing Label Information & Homeowner Reference
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Installers, please leave manual for the homeowner to use for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
 2
 3-4
1  5
2  6
3  7-10
 7
 8
 9
 9
 10
 10
 10
 10
4  11
 11
5  12-15
 12
 12-13
 13
 14
 14
 15
6  16
 16
7  16-17
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 17
8  18
9  19
10  20-21
 20
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11  22-28
 22
4" x 6-5/8" M&G Dura-Vent DV-GD and Selkirk Direct Vent System
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 22
 23
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 23
 24
 25
 26-27
 28
12  29-31
 29
 29
 30
 30
 30
 31
 31
 31
13  32-33
 32
 32-33
 32
 32
 32
 33
 33
 33
 33
 33
 33
 33
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14 
 34-40
 34-35
 36
 37
 37-40
 37
 38
 38
 39
 39
 40
 40
15  41
16  42-43
 42
 43
C. Gas Valve 43
 43
 43
17  44-49
 44
 45
 45
 45
 46
 46
 46
 47
 47
 47
 47
 47
 48
 48
 48
 49
 49
18  50-51
 51
 51
19  52
20  52


52
 52
21  53-54
 53
 53
 53
 53
 54
 54
 54
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22  55
 55
 55
 55
 55
23  56-57
 56
 56
 56
 56
 56
 57

 57
 57
24  58-60
 58
 58
 58
 59
 59
 59
 60
 60
25  61
 62
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INS_CLX58-AF Rev D
1 - SAFETY INFORMATION
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 Installation and repair should be done
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appliance should be inspected by a
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person is required to maintain warranty.
More frequent cleaning may be required
due to excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding materials, etc. It is imperative
that control compartments, burners
and circulation air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean.
 If this appliance is installed directly
on carpeting, tile or other combustible
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appliance shall be installed on a metal or
wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the appliance.
 Children and adults should be alerted
to the hazards of high surface
temperatures and should stay away to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.
 Young children should be carefully
supervised when they are in the same
room as the appliance. Toddlers, young
children and others may be susceptible
to accidental contact burns. A physical
barrier is recommended if there are at
risk individuals in the house. To restrict
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adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers,
young children and other at risk
individuals out of the room and away
from hot surfaces.
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should not be place on or near the
appliance.
 Adequate accessibility clearances for
servicing and proper operation must be
maintained.
 This appliance must not share or be
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other appliance.
 Keep area around the appliance clear
of combustible materials, gasoline and
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air must not be obstructed.
 Due to high temperatures the appliance
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from furniture and draperies.
 The glass front or any part removed
for servicing the appliance must
be replaced prior to operating the
appliance. Work should be done by a
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 Clean glass only when cool and only
with non-abrasive cleansers.
 Do not operate this appliance with
the glass/frame assembly removed,
cracked or broken. The glass assembly,
part # STL-1642 shall only be replaced
as a complete unit, as supplied by
Stellar Hearth Products. Replacement
of the glass assembly must only be
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service person. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE
MATERIALS.
 Do not strike or slam glass assembly.
 Any safety screen or guard removed
for servicing the appliance must
be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
 Under no circumstances should
any solid fuel (wood, coal, paper
or cardboard etc.) be used in this
appliance.
 Keep burner and control compartment
clean.
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been under water. Immediately call a
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this appliance and to replace any part of
the control system and any gas control
which has been under water.
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2 - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS
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INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
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
            

          
          

APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
         
         

SIGNAGE






INSPECTION





EXEMPTIONS






MANUFACTURES REQUIREMENTS
GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED
        
         

  




MANUFACTURES REQUIREMENTS
GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED





        

           


        



NOTE: THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE VARIOUS MASSACHUSETTS AND NATIONAL CODES NOT CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.
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B
E
F
G
A
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28-1/8
(714 mm)
7-7/8
(200 mm)
I
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H
2-1/8
(54 mm)
8
(203 mm)
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D
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A. FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
 A B C D E F G H I
DESCRIPTION   
   
Glass










DIMENSIONS
INCHES  51  17   12  
 616   432  419 305 235 
Figure 3A
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B. CLEARANCES Inches mm
 12 305
  45
  3
 00
  788
 12 305
  343
  35
1-3/4”
(45mm)
1/8”
(3mm)
1-3/8”
(35mm)
12”
(305mm)
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Figure 3B
FIRE WARNING: 
Non-combustible zone: Stand-offs provide 12” (305 mm) minimum clearance to header. Use only non-combustible material

must be maintained.
FIRE WARNING: NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE: STAND-OFFS PROVIDE 12” (305 mm) MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO HEADER. USE
ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL IN THIS AREA FOR ENTIRE WIDTH OF FIREPLACE. DO NOT USE WOOD, SHEETROCK,
ETC., IN THIS ZONE.
NOTE: Other clearances apply. ALL CLEARANCES MUST BE MAINTAINED. REFER TO PAGE 14 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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C. INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
1. 

2. 
3. 
4. 
5. 
6. 
7. 
8. 
9. 
10. 
11. 
12. 
13. 
D. PLACEMENT CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
 
 
 
 
 
NOTE: 
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E. DECORATIVE FRONTS AND HEARTH - VERIFY PRIOR TO FRAMING
CLEAN TRIM FRONT AND HEARTH
ACCENT DECORATIVE FRONT



(Hearth) Bottom of fireplace.
53-1/2”
(1,359mm)
25-1/2”
(648mm)
3/4”
(19mm)
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EMINENCE AND INSPIRATION DECORATIVE FRONTS - Inspiration Front Shown Below
62-1/2”
(1,588mm)
28-1/2”
(724mm)
2-1/4”
5
7mm)
(Hearth) Bottom of fireplace.
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Figure 3E.1
Figure 3E.2
NOTE: PLEASE REFER TO SECTION 12 FINISHING THE WALL FOR MORE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE FINISHING MA-
TERIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE DIFFERENT DECORATIVE FRONTS.
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STAND-OFF ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION

1. 
2. 
3. 
4. 
5. 
Figure 4
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Stand-off
Heat Shields
IMPORTANT:
The top stand-off brackets (2) are attached to the
fireplace top in a flat state for shipping and will need
to be bent up into shape by bending at the perforations
on each end and in the middle.
Stand-Off
Bracket
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Stand-Off
Bracket
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FIRE WARNING: STAND-OFFS PROVIDE 12” (305 mm) MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO HEADER. USE ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL IN THIS AREA FOR ENTIRE WIDTH OF FIREPLACE. DO NOT USE WOOD, SHEETROCK, ETC., IN THIS ZONE.
NOTE: TOP STAND-OFF BRACKETS MUST BE FORMED AND ATTACHED PRIOR TO POSITIONING FIRE PLACE INTO FRAMED
OPENING.
CAUTION: STAND-OFF BRACKETS ARE NOT LOAD-BEARING.
NOTE: OTHER CLEARANCES APPLY. ALL CLEARANCES MUST BE MAINTAINED.
REFER TO PAGE 8 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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10”H x 10”W
(254mm x 254mm)
Opening required for horizontal terminations
36-1/2”
(927mm)
61-1/4”
(1,556mm)
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For clearance of front to floor or hearth extension:
Eminence and Inspiration = 2-1/4” (57mm)
Accent = 3/4” (19mm)
Clean Trim = NA (Inside fit)
16-1/2”
(419mm)
NOTE: Interior framing shown. Add sheetrock thickness to framing depth for exterior walls.
B. MINIMUM FINISHED OPENING DIMENSIONS
A. WALL ENCLOSURE ROUGH OPENING
5 - FRAMING
Figure 5B
CLEAN TRIM FRONT:
ACCENT FRONT: MUST BE RAISED 3/4" (19mm) OVER THE FINISHED HEIGHT
EMINENCE AND INSPIRATION FRONTS:MUST BE RAISED 2-1/4" (57mm) OVER THE FINISHED HEIGHT 

NOTE: 

NOTE: 
adjust rough opening size as necessary to maintain at least minimum clearance requirements.
WARNING: 
full door faces, access components, installation of gas line, fan, etc.
WARNING: Do not obstruct the screen front. Room air enters through lower passage, is heated and exits through upper pas-
sage. Blocking these passages may result is overheating, creating a potentially hazardous situation.
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W
A
B
5 - FRAMING





C. HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
Figure 5C


MINIMUM HORIZONTAL FRAMING DIMENSIONS
Figure 5C  

RIGID PIPE  
WALL FIRESTOP FRAMING DIMENSIONS
WIDTH 
HEIGHT 





Minimum platform size: 61"W x 16"D (1,550mm x 407mm).
NOTE: Vent cap location must be in compliance with guidelines on pages 26-28 of this manual.
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(2,426mm)
61-1/2”
(1,562mm)
33-1/4”
(845mm)
5-1/2”
(140mm)
38-1/2”
(378mm)
47-5/8”
(1,210mm)
33-1/4”
(845mm)
15-3/4”
(400mm)
9-1/4”
(235mm)
17”
(432mm)
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D. VERTICAL TERMINATION

A minimum 1” (25 mm) clearance on all sides of vertical vent pipe must be maintained.
E. CORNER INSTALLATION
Figure 5E
Follow instructions in Section 11 - Venting (Fig.11D).

manual and be constructed in compliance with local building codes. Outside walls should be insulated to prevent cold air from
entering room.

CAUTION: When installing in a corner, you must use a minimum of 24” (610 mm) of vertical venting before using a 90° elbow.
See Section 11 - Venting (Figure 11C).
WARNING: TOP STAND-OFF BRACKETS MUST BE ASSEMBLED AND ATTACHED TO FIREPLACE. DO NOT REMOVE. STAND-
OFF BRACKETS ARE NOT LOAD-BEARING.
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F. NAILING FLANGE ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Figure 5F
5 - FRAMING

1. 

2. 


CAUTION: NEVER PERMANENTLY REMOVE THESE ASSEMBLIES FROM FIREPLACE . THEY MUST BE SECURED IN PLACE
REGARDLESS OF FINISH MATERIAL USED.
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6 - MANTEL REQUIREMENTS
NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE
52-1/2
(1334 mm)
55-3/4
(1416 mm)
28-1/8
(715 mm)
7-7/8
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13-1/2
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Figure 6
7 - GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: TO PREVENT GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY FROM FALLING FROM FIREPLACE AND BECOMING DAMAGED, FOLLOW
THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY WHEN REMOVING AND INSTALLING GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THIS FIREPLACE WITH THE GLASS REMOVED, CRACKED OR BROKEN.
REPLACEMENT OF GLASS ASSEMBLY #STL-1641 SHOULD BE DONE BY A LICENSED OR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THIS FIREPLACE WITH THE GLASS REMOVED, CRACKED OR BROKEN.
REPLACEMENT OF GLASS ASSEMBLY #STL-1641 SHOULD BE DONE BY A LICENSED OR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
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A. REMOVE GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY
1. 


2. 
3. 
4. 

B. INSTALL GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY
1. 
2. 
3. 
(2) Top latches for glass frame assembly
Pull latches ‘OUT’ and ‘UP’ to release
Pull latches ‘OUT’ and ‘DOWN’ to attach
(2) Bottom latches for glass frame assembly
Pull latches ‘OUT’ and ‘DOWN’ to release
Pull latches ‘OUT’ and ‘UP’ to attach
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Figure 7AB
7 - GLASS FRAME ASSEMBLY
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8 - OPTIONAL FK160 FAN KIT
INSTALLATION OF THIS FAN SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BE A QUALIFIED INSTALLER.
1. 
2. 
3. 

4. 
5. 
6. 
9 - THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL FAN KIT INSTALLATION


ELECTRICAL WARNING: MAKE SURE HOUSEHOLD BREAKER IS SHUT OFF PRIOR TO WORKING ON ANY ELECTRICAL
LINES.
ELECTRICAL WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-PRONG (GROUNDING) PLUG FOR PROTECTION
AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE-PRONG RECEP-
TACLE. DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG.
NOTE: If installing a fan, it is easier to complete prior to connecting the valve to gas supply. Wiring must be done before enclos-


NOTE: Code approved line voltage wiring 14 gauge or better must be used when wiring this assembly. Refer local electrical

NOTE: This appliance must be electrically grounded and connected in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of Local
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 Current Edition, or the Canadian electrical Code CSA C22.1.
NOTE: This appliance must be electrically grounded and connected in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of Local
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 Current Edition, or the Canadian electrical Code CSA C22.1.
NOTE: If ON/OFF rocker switch wires are not disconnected, the ON/OFF rocker switch on millivolt board must be in ‘OFF’
position for proper operation of any of these components.
NOTE:  -
 
turned ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’ by same method.

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10 - GAS LINE CONNECTION
A. GAS CONVERSION
LPCK-CXL i

NOTE: The conversion shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the provincial authorities having jurisdiction
and in accordance with the requirements of the ANSI Z223.1 installation code.

connector (included) are connected to the 1/2” (13 mm) control valve inlet. If substituting for these components, please consult
local codes for compliance.
 

NOTE: The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pres-
sure testing of that system at pressures in excess of ½ psi (3.5 kPA).
NOTE:The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during
any pressure testing of the gas line at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
NOTE: For high altitude installations, consult the local gas distributor or the authority having jurisdiction for proper rating
methods.

conditions and was determined independently of any installed system.


B. GAS LINE CONNECTION NATURAL GAS LP GAS
MINIMUM INLET GAS PRESSURE  
MAXIMUM INLET GAS PRESSURE  
  
  
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A. APPROVED VENTING
TERMINATIONS
ELBOWS
VENT SYSTEM CLEARANCES
ALL APPROVED VENTING TOP BOTTOM SIDES
HORIZONTAL 3" (76mm) 1" (25mm) 1" (25mm)
REQUIRED: A 2' SECTION OF DVP PIPE MUST BE INSTALLED BEFORE THE 90° ELBOW.
MINIMUM: 24" VERTICAL, 90° ELBOW + TERMINATION CAP MAXIMUM: 24" VERTICAL, 90° ELBOW + 12" SECTION+TERMINATION CAP



B. HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS
11 - VENTING


M&G Dura-Vent DV-GD and Selkirk, 4" x 6-5/8" direct vent systems
NOTE: Consult the local and national installation codes to assure adequate combustion and ventilation air is available.
-
ments apply to both Natural and LP gas
NOTE: MAINTAIN ALL CLEARANCES AS STATED IN THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL.
CAUTION: 
NOTE: 




NOTE: Horizontal sections require 1/4” (6 mm) rise for every 12” (305 mm) of travel.
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