Superior WRE3836WS User manual

Installation and Operation Instructions
SuperiorTM Wood-Burning Outdoor Fireplace
P/N 127023-01 Rev. A 02/2014
PFS
®
USC
Models
WRE3836WS WRE3836WH WRE3836RS WRE3836RH
P127023-01
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.

These models meet the EPA Wood Burning Fireplace
Program Phase 2 emission level. NOTE: To ensure proper
replace operation, the catalyst should be replaced at a
minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years.
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 re-
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
CATALYTIC FIREPLACE
36" WOOD BURNING OUTDOOR
FIREPLACE
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CATALYTIC FIREPLACE OWNER’S
OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
PFS
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USC
This replace is approved for use as a wood burning re-
place or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS
Z21.60 and Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas
log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard. A INNOVA-
TIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS hood must be installed when
using a vent-free log heater (see Accessories, page 21).
This wood burning replace complies with UL127-
CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
FIREPLACE.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such
as the municipal building department, re department,
etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter-
mine the need to obtain a permit.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

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 re logs
only. When processed wood
fuel re logs are used, do not
poke or stir the logs while they
are burning. 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 fur-
nace to heat an entire home. Use
for supplemental heat only.
WARNING: Improper instal-
lation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can
cause injury, property damage or
loss of life. Refer to this manual
for assistance or additional in-
formation. Consult a qualied
installer 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 .................................................................. 3
Specications ...................................................... 4
Fireplace Installation............................................ 5
Venting Installation .............................................. 7
PureFire Installation........................................... 14
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 14
Operation and Maintenance .............................. 15
HearthCAT™Emissions Control System ........... 17
Parts .................................................................. 19
Replacement Parts ............................................ 21
Technical Service............................................... 22
Accessories ....................................................... 22
Warranty ............................................................ 24
NOTICE: The firebox canopy
(hood) must not be modified
or replaced with a canopy that
may be provided with the un-
vented decorative room heater.

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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.
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN
SLEEPING ROOM OF MOBILE HOMES.

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine safest and most efcient location
for replace, you must take into consideration
the following guidelines:
1. Location must allow for proper clearances
(see Figures 1 and 2).
2. Consider a location where replace will
not be affected by drafts, air conditioning
ducts, windows or doors.
3. A location that avoids 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
Back and sides of replace 3/4" minimum*
Floor** 0" minimum
Perpendicular wall to opening 14" minimum
Top spacers 0" minimum
Mantel clearances see Mantels, page 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
Minimum height of chimney, measured from
base of replace to ue gas outlet of termina-
tion, is 14.5 feet for straight ue or a ue with
one elbow set. Maximum distance between
elbows is 6 feet. For systems with two elbow
sets, minimum height is 22 feet. Maximum
height of any system is 50 feet. This measure-
ment includes replace, chimney sections and
height of termination assembly at level of ue
gas outlet (see Figure 19, page 12).
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 replace using dimen-
sions shown in Figures 1 and 2.
21.875"
41.75"
41.75"
Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions
Figure 2 - Corner Installation
2. If replace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any
combustible material other than wood
ooring, replace must be installed upon
a metal or wood panel extending 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.
4. Check level of replace and shim with
sheet metal if necessary.
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing, ember protector must be placed
between hearth extension (not included)
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 protec-
tor (not included) must be fabricated to
t your required platform height. Ember
protector should extend under replace a
minimum of 1 1/2". Ember protector should
be made of galvanized sheet metal (28
gauge minimum) to prevent corrosion.
6. Using screws or nails, secure replace to
framing through anges located on sides
of replace.
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

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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 21).
HEARTH EXTENSION
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of
16" in front of and a minimum of 8" beyond
each side of replace opening is required to
protect combustible oor construction in front
of replace. Fabricate a hearth extension
using a material which meets the following
specications: a layer of noncombustible,
inorganic material having a thermal conductiv-
ity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or less) at 1"
thick. For example, if 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
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be
obtained from manufacturer or supplier of
noncombustible material. If hearth extension
is to be covered, use noncombustible mate-
rial such as tile, slate, brick, concrete, metal,
glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a means
to prevent hearth extension from shifting and
seal gap between replace frame and hearth
extension with a noncombustible material
(see Figure 3).
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
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
WARNING: Hearth extension
is to be installed only as shown
in Figure 3.

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
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
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(MODEL AK4/AK4F)
Installation of an outside air kit should be
performed during rough framing of replace
due to the nature of it's location. Outside com-
bustion air is accessed through a vented crawl
space (AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4).
See Figure 23 on page 15 for instruction of
operating air kit.
CAUTION: Combustion air
inlet ducts shall not terminate
in attic space.
VENTING INSTALLATION
MANTELS
A mantel may be installed if desired (see
Figures 4 and 5). Woodwork such as wood
trims, mantels or any other combustible
material projecting from front face, must not
be placed within 9" of replace opening and
within 6" of top louver opening. Combustible
materials above 9" and projecting more than
1 1/2" from replace must not be placed less
than 12" from top opening of replace (NFPA
STD 211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).
Figure 5 - Mantel Clearances to
Combustible Material
The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the ue gas outlet of the
termination.
CHIMNEY PIPE
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 lineal gain
chart (see Figure 7, page 7). Lineal gain is
actual measurable length of a part after two
or more parts are connected. For Canada, use
chimney parts designated "HT".
Figure 5 - 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
Mantels or any other combustible material
also may come up to the side edge of the
stainless steel face of the replace just as long
as the projection from the front face fall within
the limit shown in Figure 4 and 5.

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Figure 7 - Lineal Gain
Figure 6 - 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)
WARNING: The opening in
collar around chimney at top of
replace must not be obstructed.
Never use blown insulation to ll
chimney enclosure.
Hemmed
End
8" Stainless
Inner Pipe
12 3/8"
Galvanized
Outer Pipe
VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Each double wall chimney section consists of
a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel in-
ner ue pipe and a wire spacer. Pipe sections
must be assembled independently as chimney
is installed. When connecting chimney directly
to replace, inner ue pipe section must be
installed rst with lanced side up. Outer pipe
section can then be installed over ue pipe
section with hemmed end up. Press down
on each pipe section until lances securely
engage hem on replace starter. The wire
will assure proper spacing between inner and
outer pipe sections.
Note: For Canada, use chimney parts desig-
nated HT.
Opening in collar around
chimney at top of replace must
not be obstructed. Never use
blown insulation to ll chimney
enclosure.
LINEAL GAIN
PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN
36" Fireplace 37 1/2"
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"*
RLT-8DM Round Termination 7 1/2"
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"*
RLTT-8DM Round Termination
with Slip Section
7 1/2" to
21 1/4"*
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
measured to the ue gas outlet height.

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 8 - Typical Offset Installation
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
AB C
Offset
Elbow
Ceiling
Support Pipe
12S-8DM
Return
Elbow
Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined, making sure that both inner and
outer pipe sections are locked together. When
installing double wall snap-lock chimney to-
gether, it is important to assure joint between
chimney sections is locked. Check by pulling
chimney upward after locking. Chimney will
not come apart if properly locked. It is not
necessary to add screws to keep chimney to-
gether (exception - see Figure 10, page 9).
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
on page 9 and Figure 8).
Note: For systems with 2 elbow sets, mini-
mum height is 22 feet. Maximum height
for any system is 50 feet.
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on
return elbow. Straps must be securely
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 9,
details A and B on page 9).
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 8).
4. All pipe connections between offset and
return must be secured with two screws
on outer pipe only (see Figure 10, page
9). Do not penetrate inner stainless.

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Figure 10 - Elbow Offset
VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 9 - Ceiling Support Pipe 12S-8DM
See Detail A
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)
B
A
Screws
2" Min.
Straps Straps
Straps
Straps
Detail A
Return Elbow
Detail B
Angle
Firestop
See Detail B
Ceiling Support
Pipe 12S-8DM