Superior WRE3036WS User manual

Installation and Operation Instructions
SuperiorTM Residential and Outdoor
Wood-Burning Fireplace
P/N 127020-01 Rev. A 02/2014
PFS
®
USC
Models
WRE3036WS WRE3036WH WRE3036RS WRE3036RH
P127020-01
SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also contains
information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep it with your other
important papers.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Installateur : Laissez cette notice avec l’appareil.
Consommateur : Conservez cette notice pour consultation ultérieure.
This wood burning fireplace complies with
UL127 CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standard as a
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE.
Ce foyer au bois est conforme aux UL 127 CAN/ULC-
S610-M87 norme comme une USINE CONSTRUITE
CHEMINÉE.
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood furning fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas log heater approved to ANSI Z21.11.2 standard.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction
(such as the municipal building department, fire
department, etc.) should be contacted before
installation to determine the need to obtain a
permit.
POUR LE CANADA: L’autorité compétente (comme le
service municipal du bâtiment, les pompiers, etc.) doit
être contacté avant l’installation afin de déterminer la
nécessité d’obtenir un permis.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured home (USA only)
or mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated
on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de bien suivre les
instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d’incindie ou d’explosion ou pour éviter
tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
—Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
—WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
—Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
—Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres
vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage
de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
—QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :
• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous
servir des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment
où vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de
gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du
fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,
appelez le service des incindies.
—L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par un
installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié ou par
le fournisseur de gaz.

SAFETY
WARNING: Do not install a
replace insert in this box unless
the manufacturer's instructions
with the insert specically state
this replace has been tested for
use with this insert.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline
or any other ammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located
out of trafc and away from
furniture and draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other
ammable materials on or near
the appliance.
• Never leave children unat-
tended when a re is burning
in the replace.
WARNING: Use solid wood
or processed solid fuel relogs
only. When processed wood fuel
re logs are used, do not poke or
stir the logs while they are burn-
ing. Use only re logs that have
been evaluated for the application
in replace and refer to re log
warnings and caution markings
on packaging prior to use.
This replace is not intended to be
used as a substitute for a furnace
to heat an entire home. Use for
supplemental heat only.
WARNING: Improper
installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or
maintenance can cause
injury, property damage
or loss of life. Refer to this
manual for assistance or
additional information.
Consult a qualied install-
er or local distributor.
IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this replace.
Before beginning installation of this replace,
read these instructions through completely.
• This INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS
fireplace and its components are safe
when installed according to this installation
manual. Unless you use IHP components,
which have been designed and tested for
the replace system, you may cause a re
hazard.
• The INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS
warranty will be voided by and IHP dis-
claims any responsibility for the following
actions.
a. Modification of the fireplace, com-
ponents, doors, air inlet system and
damper control.
b. Use of any component part not manu-
factured or approved by INNOVATIVE
HEARTH PRODUCTS in combination
with an IHP replace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation of
replace. Consult the local building codes as
to the particular requirements concerned with
the installation of all factory built replaces.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Specications ...................................................... 3
Fireplace Installation............................................ 4
Venting Installation .............................................. 6
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 13
Operation and Maintenance Guidelines ............ 14
Technical Service............................................... 15
Replacement Parts ............................................ 15
Parts .................................................................. 16
Accessories ....................................................... 19

SPECIFICATIONS
0" TO
BOTTOM
OUTSIDE
AIR (LEFT
SIDE ONLY)
0.75"
AIR
SPACE
BACK
AND
SIDES
HEARTH
EXTENSION
52" X 18"
8" EACH
SIDE
NOT LESS
THAN 12" TO
PERPENDICULAR
SIDEWALL
1" AIRSPACE
TO COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
COMBUSTIBLE
WALL BOARD
0" TO
TOP
SPACERS
NO COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL ON FACE
GAS LINE
KNOCK
OUTS
AIR KIT
KNOCK OUT
GAS LINE
KNOCK
OUTS
ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
LEFT SIDE
RIGHT SIDE
9.125"
11.435"
14.437"
41.250"
37"
41"
35"
21"
8"
32.5"
14.25"
22"
3.5"
8.717"
1"
11.217"
3.5" 9.125"
7.092"
8.717"
12.5"
41"
1"
0.625"
29"
21"
SQUARE CHASE-TOP
TERMINATION
ROUND TOP TERMINATION
CAUTION: THE
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
OF THE MANUFACTURED
HOME FLOOR, WALL, AND
CEILING/ROOF MUST BE
MAINTAINED.

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height for
Outdoor Installation
The minimum height of the chimney, mea-
sured from the base of the replace to the
ue gas outlet of the termination, is 7 1/2feet
(minimum of 4 feet of chimney pipe sections
required for outdoor installation).
FRAMING
1. Frame opening for fireplace using the
dimensions shown in Figures 1 and 2.
2. If replace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any
combustible material other than wood
ooring, the replace must be installed
upon a metal or wood panel extending
the full width and depth of replace.
3. Set replace directly in front of this open-
ing and slide unit back until nailing anges
touch side framing.
21.875"
41.375"
41.250"
Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions
52.183"
17.253"
24.399"
73.798"
MAINTAIN 3/4"
CLEARANCE AT
SIDES AND BACK
OF FIREPLACE
3/4" CLEARANCE
NOT REQUIRED AT
NAILING FLANGES
Figure 2 - Corner Installation
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efcient
location for the replace, you must take into
consideration the following guidelines:
1. The location must allow for proper clear-
ances (see Figures 1 and 2).
2. Consider a location where the replace
will not be affected by drafts, air condition-
ing ducts, windows or doors.
3. A location that avoids the cutting of
joists or roof rafters will make installation
easier.
4. An outside air kit is available with this
replace (see Optional Outside Air Kit on
page 7).
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES
Ceiling 40" minimum
Back and sides of replace 3/4" minimum*
Floor** 0" minimum
Perpendicular wall to opening 12" minimum
Top spacers 0" minimum
Mantel clearances see Mantels, 6
Chimney outer pipe surface 1" minimum
* Not required at nailing anges
** See step 2 of Framing
WARNING: Do not pack re-
quired air spaces with insulation
or other materials.
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height for
Residential Installation
The minimum height of the chimney, mea-
sured from the base of the replace to the ue
gas outlet of the termination, is 14.5 feet for
straight ue or a ue with one elbow set. The
maximum distance between elbows is 6 feet.
For systems with two elbow sets, the minimum
height is 22 feet. The maximum height of any
system is 50 feet. This measurement includes
the replace, chimney sections and the height
of the termination assembly at the level of
the ue gas outlet (see Figure 18, page 13). WARNING: DO NOT
INSTALL IN SLEEPING
ROOM OF MOBILE
HOMES.

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4. Check the level of the replace and shim
with sheet metal if necessary.
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing, the ember protector (provided)
must be placed between the hearth ex-
tension (not supplied) and under bottom
front edge of replace to protect against
glowing embers falling through. If replace
is to be installed on a raised platform, a Z-
type ember protector (not supplied) must
be fabricated to t your required platform
height. The ember protector should ex-
tend under replace a minimum of 1 1/2".
The ember protector should be made of
galvanized sheet metal (28 gauge mini-
mum) to prevent corrosion.
6. Using screws or nails, secure replace to
framing through anges located on sides
of replace.
DRAIN PAN (DP36)
For outdoor installations, the replace enclo-
sure must allow for adequate drainage and
fresh air ventilation. It is recommended that
a sealed, corrosion resistant catch pan with
provision for drainage be installed under the
replace within the replace enclosure (see
Accessories on page 20).
HEARTH EXTENSION
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of
16" in front of and a minimum of 8" beyond
each side of the replace opening is required
to protect combustible floor construction
in front of the replace. Fabricate a hearth
extension using a material which meets the
following specications: a layer of noncom-
bustible, inorganic material having a thermal
conductivity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or
less) at 1" thick. For example, if the material
selected has a K factor of 0.25, such as glass
ber, the following formula would apply:
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required
0.84
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 3 - Hearth Extension
Seal Gap
Fireplace Front
Ember Protector
Fireplace Front
Raised Hearth
Fireplace Front
Elevated
Ember Protector
Ember Protector
Seal Gap
Hearth
Extension
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be
obtained from the manufacturer or supplier of
the noncombustible material. If the hearth ex-
tension is to be covered, use noncombustible
material such as tile, slate, brick, concrete,
metal, glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a
means to prevent the hearth extension from
shifting and seal gap between the replace
frame and hearth extension with a noncom-
bustible material (see Figure 3).
WARNING: Hearth extension
is to be installed only as shown
in Figure 3.
MANTELS
A mantel may be installed if desired (see
Figure 4. page 7). Woodwork such as wood
trims, mantels or any other combustible ma-
terial projecting from the front face must not
be placed within 12" of the replace opening.
Combustible materials above 12" and project-
ing more than 11/2" from the replace must not
be placed less than 15" from the top opening
of the replace (NFPA STD 211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).
Mantels or any other combustible material
also may come up to the side edge of the
black metal face of the replace just as long
as the projection from the front face fall within
the limit shown in Figure 4.

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OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(MODEL AK4/AK4F)
The installation of an outside air kit should be
performed during the rough framing of the re-
place due to the nature of it's location. Outside
combustion air is accessed through a vented
crawl space (AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4).
See Figure 22 on page 16 for instruction of
operating air kit.
CAUTION: Combustion air
inlet ducts shall not terminate
in attic space.
The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the ue gas outlet of the
termination. Figure 5 - Outside Air Kit
Secure to Collars with Metal Tape, Screws
or Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20" in size)
Air Inlet
Location
Must Allow
For Bushes
or Snow
Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation
Air Inlet
Eyebrow
Vented Crawl Space
(Check Local Codes
Before Installing in a
Vented Crawl Space)
12 1/4" Ref.
6"
Ref.
12" Min.
9" Min.
11/2" Max.
3" Nom.
33°
Combustible
Material
Safe
Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
Fireplace Opening
Upper
Section of
Fireplace
Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances to Combustible Material
FIREBOX
SAFE ZONE
Top View of Fireplace
2" Max.
3.0"
Min. to
Perpendicular
Side Wall
12"
8.0"
33°
Combustible
Material Must
Not Overlap
Front Face
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
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Figure 6 - Lineal Gain
Hemmed
End
8" Stainless
Inner Pipe
12 3/8" Galvanized
Outer Pipe
WARNING: The opening in
collar around chimney at top of
replace must not be obstruct-
ed. Never use blown insulation
to ll chimney enclosure.
LINEAL GAIN
PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN
36" Fireplace 40 "
12-8DM
12-8HT Pipe Section 10 5/8
"
18-8DM
18-8HT Pipe Section 16 5/8
"
24-8DM
24-8HT Pipe Section 23 5/8
"
36-8DM
36-8HT Pipe Section 34 5/8
"
48-8DM
48-8HT Pipe Section 46 5/8
"
RT-8DM Round Termination 6 7/8 "
*
RTL-8DM Round Termination 7 3/4 "
*
RTT-8DM Round Termination
with Slip Section
6 7/8 " to
23 1/8"*
RTTL-8DM Round Termination
with Slip Section
8 1/2 " to
21 1/2"*
ET-8DM Square Chase-Top 12 "
*
ETO-8DM Square Chase-Top
with Mesh 12
"
*
ETL-8DM Square Chase-Top
with Slip Section 7" to 15"*
ETLO-8DM
Square Chase-Top
with Mesh & Slip
Section
12 " to
25 1/2" *
* The lineal gain for the terminations is mea-
sured to the ue gas outlet height.
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Continued
CHIMNEY PIPE
The INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS
chimney system consists of 12", 18", 24", 36"
and 48" snap-lock, double-wall pipe segments,
planned for maximum adaptability to individual
site requirements. Actual lengths gained after
tting overlaps must be taken into consider-
ation (lineal gain) and are given in the lineal
gain chart (see Figure 6). Lineal gain is the
actual measurable length of a part after two or
more parts are connected. For Canada, use
chimney parts designated "HT".
A SSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Each double wall chimney section consists
of a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel
inner ue pipe and a wire spacer. The pipe
sections must be assembled independently
as the chimney is installed.
When connecting chimney directly to the
replace, the inner ue pipe section must
be installed rst with the lanced side up.
The outer pipe section can then be installed
over the ue pipe section with the hemmed
end up. Press down on each pipe section
until the lances securely engage the hem
on the replace starter. The wire will assure
the proper spacing between the inner and
outer pipe sections. Continue to assemble
chimney sections as outlined, making sure
that both the inner and outer pipe sections are
locked together. When installing double wall
snap-lock chimney together, it is important to
assure the joint between the chimney sections
is locked. Check by pulling chimney upward
after locking. The chimney will not come apart
if properly locked. It is not necessary to add
screws to keep the chimney together (excep-
tion - see Figure 9, page 10).

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Continued
USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-8DM)
1. To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48"
length of double wall pipe (see offset chart
and Figure 7).
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on
return elbow. Straps must be securely
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 8,
details A and B).
Figure 7 - Typical Offset Terminations
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Return
Elbow
A B C
Offset
Elbow
Ceiling
Support Pipe
12S-8DM
Return
Elbow
Figure 8 - Ceiling Support Pipe 12S-8DM
2" Min.
Straps Straps
Straps
Straps
Detail A
Return Elbow
Detail B
Angle
Firestop
See Detail A
See Detail B
Ceiling Support
Pipe 12S-8DM
3. Maximum length of pipe between supports
(return elbow or 12S-8DM) is 6' of angle
run. Maximum of two 6' angle run sections
per chimney system (see Figure 7).
4. All pipe connections between offset and
return must be secured with two screws
on outer pipe only (see Figure 9, page 10).
Do not penetrate inner stainless.

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OFFSET RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH
A B 48" 36" 24" 18" 12"
4 3/8"16 3/8" ELBOW SET ONLY
9 3/4"25 1/2" 1
12 3/4"30 3/4" 1
15" 34 3/4" 1
18" 40" 1 1
21 1/4"46 1/4" 1
23 3/4"49 1/4" 1 1
27 3/4"56 3/4" 1
30" 60 3/4" 1 1
33" 66" 1 1
36" 71" 1 1
38 1/4" 75" 2
41 1/4" 80 1/4" 1 1 1
45" 86 3/4" 2
46 3/4" 89 1/2" 1 1 1
51" 97" 1 1
53 1/4" 101" 2 1
56 1/4"106 1/4" 2
59 1/4"111 1/2" 1 1 1
61 3/4"115 1/2" 2 1
64 3/4"120 3/4" 2 1
68 1/4" 127" 1 2
70" 130" 2 1 1
74 1/4"137 1/2" 1 2 1
76 3/4"141 1/2" 1 2 1
79 3/4"146 3/4" 4
OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT)
Figure 9 - Elbow Offset
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Continued
FIRESTOP SPACERS (3600FS-8DM-1)
Firestop spacers are required at each point
where the chimney penetrates a oor space.
Their purpose is to establish and maintain
the required clearance between the chimney
and the combustible materials. When the pipe
passes through a framed opening into a living
space above, the restop must be placed onto
the ceiling from below as shown in Figure 10.
They also provide complete separation from
one oor space to another or attic space as
required by most codes. When the double wall
pipe passes through a framed opening into an
attic space, the restop must be placed into an
attic oor as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 10 - Firestop Spacer with Living
Space Above Ceiling
Figure 11 - Firestop Spacer with Attic
Space Above Ceiling
Existing
Ceiling
Frame
Firestop
Spacer
Screws or
Staples
(Min. of 8)
Firestop
Spacer Screws or Staples
(Min. of 8)
Existing
Ceiling
Frame
B
A
Screws
NOTICE: The installation of a restop
thimble (FST30 or 38FST) is recom-
mended when negotiating a joist and to
prevent intrusion from insulation.

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
PENETRATING ROOF
To maintain a 1" clearance to the pipe on a
roof with a pitch, a rectangular opening must
be cut.
1. Determine center point through which pipe
will penetrate roof.
2. Determine center point of roof. Pitch is the
distance the roof drops over a given span,
usually 12". A 6/12 pitch means that the
roof drops 6" for each 12" one measure
horizontally down from the roof rafters.
3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 12, page
10) to determine the correct opening
length and ashing required.
4. Remove the shingles around opening
measured. Cut out this section.
5. Add next sections of pipe until end pen-
etrates roof line. Check to see that the
proper clearances are maintained. Extend
chimney by adding sections of double wall
pipe until pipe is minimum of 30" above the
highest point of the roof cutout. Termination
and chimney must extend a minimum of
36" above the highest point where it passes
through the roof.
14
3
/
8
"
(36.5 cm)
30"
(76.2 cm)
1"
(2.5
cm)
1"
(2.5
cm)
Minimum Measurements
1"
(2.5 cm)
Opening "A"
Pitch Slope Opening "A"
Max.
Used Flashing
Model No.
Flat 0° 15" V6F-8DM
0-6/12 26.6° 16 1/8" V6F-8DM
6/12-
12/12 45.0° 20 3/8" V12F-8DM
FLASHING INSTALLATION (V6F-8DM
OR V12F-8DM)
Determine the ashing to be used with the roof
opening chart. Slide ashing over pipe until
base is at against roof. Replace as many
shingles as needed to cover exposed area
and ashing base. Secure in position by nail-
ing through shingles (see Figure 13). DO NOT
NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE.
Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof
When installing ashing on a metal roof, it is
required that putty tape be used between the
ashing and roof. The ashing must be secured
to the roof using #8 x 3/4" screws and then
sealed with roof coating to prevent leakage
through screw holes. A roof coating must also be
applied around perimeter of ashing to provide
a proper seal.
Figure 12 - Roof Opening Measurements
Nail Only
Outer
Perimeter
of Flashing
Storm Collar
Flashing
Cone
Underlap Shingles
at Bottom
Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides Only
Figure 13 - Flashing Installation
Storm Collar Installation (SC1 or SC2)
Place storm collar over pipe and slide down
until it is snug against the open edge of the
ashing (see Figure 14). Use SC1 for all round
terminations and SC2 for all terminations with
slip sections. Apply waterproof caulk around the
perimeter of the collar to provide a proper seal.
Figure 14 - Storm Collar
Chimney
Pipe
Waterproof
Caulk
Storm
Collar Flashing