SUPREME Ambiance Elegance ST 42 User manual

Elegance ST 42
Owner’s Manual
Model Number: 38SFD
This product is proudly developed and manufactured in North America by SUPREME FIREPLACES INC.
3594 Jarry East, Montreal, QC H1Z 2G4
T: 877-593-4722, F: 514-593-4424
www.supremem.com
Revised: June 2023
IMPORTANT: Keep the owner’s manual for future use.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY.....................................................................................................................................................1
GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................2
2.1 Dimensions –Elegance ST 42 Traditional...........................................................................................2
2.2 Dimensions –Elegance ST 42 Contemporary.....................................................................................3
2.3 Specifications......................................................................................................................................4
2.4 Combustion Air Control .......................................................................................................................5
2.5 Cold Hand Key....................................................................................................................................5
2.6 Baffle Secondary Burn Technology .....................................................................................................5
2.7 Chimney Sweeping Cap......................................................................................................................5
2.8 Door....................................................................................................................................................6
2.9 Certification Label................................................................................................................................6
2.10 Removable Ash Lip.............................................................................................................................6
2.11 Soapstone Interior...............................................................................................................................6
2.12 Blower Kit............................................................................................................................................6
2.13 Optional Hot Air Kit..............................................................................................................................6
2.14 Optional Fresh Air Kit ..........................................................................................................................7
2.15 SUPREME Roof Radiation Plate.........................................................................................................7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................................................................8
3.1 Location...............................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Chimney Installation............................................................................................................................9
3.2.1 General Rules and Guidelines......................................................................................................9
3.2.2 Listed UL 103 / ULC S629 Approved Chimney Models (Reference Table).................................10
3.2.3 Chimney Installation Instructions................................................................................................11
3.2.4 Offset Installation........................................................................................................................11
3.2.5 Angled Wall Radiation Shield .....................................................................................................12
3.2.6 Connecting to a Masonry Chimney.............................................................................................12
3.3 Surround Installation..........................................................................................................................14
3.3.1 Traditional Surround...................................................................................................................14
3.3.2 Contemporary Surround.............................................................................................................15
3.4 Framing.............................................................................................................................................16

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3.5 Gravity Kit Installation........................................................................................................................16
3.5.1 Dual Louver Gravity Ducts..........................................................................................................17
3.6 Hearth Extension...............................................................................................................................18
3.7 Chase Installation..............................................................................................................................18
3.8 Clearances to Combustibles..............................................................................................................20
3.9 Blower Kit..........................................................................................................................................20
OPTIONS.................................................................................................................................................22
4.1 Fresh Air Kit ......................................................................................................................................22
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................23
5.1 Fuel...................................................................................................................................................23
5.2 First Fires..........................................................................................................................................23
5.3 Operating the Combustion Air Control...............................................................................................23
5.4 Starting a High Efficiency Fire ...........................................................................................................24
5.5 Adding a New Load of Wood.............................................................................................................25
5.6 Blower Kit Operation..........................................................................................................................25
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................................26
6.1 Backdraft / Smoking ..........................................................................................................................26
6.2 Over Firing ........................................................................................................................................26
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................27
7.1 Disposal of Ashes..............................................................................................................................27
7.2 Chimney Maintenance.......................................................................................................................27
7.3 Cleaning of Glass..............................................................................................................................28
7.4 Replacing a Soapstone Panel ...........................................................................................................28
7.5 Replacing the Door Gasket................................................................................................................28
7.6 Replacing the Glass Panel ................................................................................................................29
7.7 Door Latch Maintenance ...................................................................................................................29
7.8 Paint..................................................................................................................................................29
7.9 Replacement Parts............................................................................................................................30
WARRANTY.............................................................................................................................................31
8.1 Warranty Limitations..........................................................................................................................31

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SAFETY
SUPREME FIREPLACES INC. congratulates you on purchasing an Elegance ST wood burning fireplace. This
manual describes the installation and operation of the Elegance ST non-catalytic wood heater. The Elegance
ST 42 modelmeets the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s cordwood emission limits for wood heaters
sold after May 15, 2015. Under specific test conditions, this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates
ranging from 17,524 to 61,231 Btu/hr. In addition, this fireplace complies with the ULC-S610 and UL-127
standards.
SAFETY NOTICE: Carefully read this manual before installation and operation of this fireplace. A house
fire may result if not properly installed. To reduce the risk of a fire, follow the installation instructions.
Failure to follow instructions presented in this manual can lead to property damage, bodily injury or even
death. Alterations or modifications made on the unit or the installation is strictly forbidden as it may
predispose the user to hazardous risks. Contact your local building or fire officials for restrictions and
installation inspection requirements in your area and the need to obtain a permit.
WARNING: This unit is hot during operation; keep children, pets, flammable liquids, or combustible
materials at a safe distance. Ensure that all clearances to combustible materials are respected. Contact
with the unit during operation may cause severe harm. Install a safety screen to keep children and pets
away. To avoid the risk of damaging fireplace materials and increasing the risk of spreading a fire, do
not use this fireplace to cook or warm food.
This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide, which is known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov/
CAUTION:
•Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue serving another appliance.
•Do not connect to any air distribution duct or system.
•Never use chemicals to ignite the fire.
•Never burn waste or flammable fluids (such as gasoline, naphtha, or engine oil).
•Only burn dry natural cordwood.
•Never leave the unit unattended with the door open or unlatched.
•Only refuel this unit when the wood is reduced to embers.
•Always keep the door closed during operation.
•Do not operate this unit with a fireplace grate.
•Do not install an unvented gas log set into the firebox.
•Do not install this unit in a mobile home.
•Do not clean or service the unit while it is hot.
•Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this fireplace.
•Allow proper air flow by keeping the louvers/openings clear of any obstructions.
Note: Failure to respect the above cautions may cause damages to the unit, damages to personal property,
bodily harm and will void the warranty. “This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper
operation. It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating
instructions in this manual.”

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GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Dimensions –Elegance ST 42 Traditional