Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation Models: Montana-36 Montana-42 Woodburning Fireplace DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Important operating • and maintenance instructions included. Read, understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation. WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
Read this manual before installing or operating this fireplace. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. Congratulations! Congratulations on selecting a Outdoor Lifestyles wood burning fireplace. The Outdoor Lifestyles fireplace you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability and efficiency. As the owner of a new fireplace, you’ll want to read and carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this owner’s manual.
Table of Contents 1 Listing and Code Approvals 2 Getting Started A. Appliance Certification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A. B. C. D. Design and Installation Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Typical Fireplace System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Tools and Supplies Needed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Inspect Fireplace and Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certification This fireplace system has been tested and listed in accordance with UL 127 and CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standards by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation and operation in the United States and Canada.. This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with the optional components specified in this manual. These optional components may be purchased separately and installed at a later date.
2 Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations CAUTION Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations. • Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
C. Tools and Supplies Needed D. Inspect Fireplace and Components Before beginning the installation be sure the following tools and building supplies are available: Reciprocating saw Framing material Pliers High temp caulking material Hammer Gloves Phillips screwdriver Framing square Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits Plumb line Safety glasses Level Tape measure WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk Inspect fireplace and components for damage. Damaged parts may impair safe operation.
3 Framing and Clearances WARNING Note: • Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. • Actual installation/appearance may vary due to individual design preference. • Hearth & Home Technologies reserves the right to alter its products. Fire Risk Provide adequate clearances. • Around air openings • To combustibles • For service access. Locate fireplace away from traffic areas. A.
Note: If this surface is inside the building’s warm air envelope... J A H ...then this surface must be an exterior wall system. H B G G G C F D E C D I F Model Montana-36 Figure 3.1 Montana-42 A B C D E F G H I J in. 24-1/2 24 42 43 46 1/2 1-1/2 1-1/2 74-1/2 53-1/2 mm 622 610 1067 1092 1168 13 38 38 1892 1359 in. 24-1/2 24 48 49 52 1/2 1-1/2 1-1/2 80-1/2 57 mm 622 610 1219 1245 1321 13 38 38 2045 1448 Fireplace Locations 10 ft Min.
B. Clearances WARNING Fire Risk • Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified. • Framing or finishing material used on the front of, or in front of, the appliance closer than the minimums listed, must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.). Failure to comply may cause fire. 0 in. to level of standoffs 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) 1/2 in. (13 mm) Combustible Object Drywall 0 in. 0 in. 36 in. (914 mm) Figure 3.
C. Sidewalls/Surrounds Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening. See Figure 3.4. If you are using a decorative surround constructed of combustible material, it must be located within the shaded area defined in Figure 3.3. Short stub walls are also acceptable if they are contained within the shaded area. BRICK FRONT 4 in./10.2 cm FLUSH FRONT 14-3/8 in./36.5 cm A B 50 deg. 12 in. 30.5 cm 9-3/4 in./24.8 cm 39 deg. 12 in. 30.
E. Chimney Requirements When planning your fireplace location, the chimney construction and necessary clearances must be considered. The fireplace system and chimney components have been tested to provide flexibility in construction. The following figures are the minimum distances from the base of the fireplace. • Minimum overall straight height is 6 ft 4 in. if the fireplace is freestanding and a minimum of 10 ft from a combustible structure. See Figure 3.2. Chimney must extend 2 ft (.
4 Installation of Fireplace WARNING CAUTION Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Do not draw outside combustion air from: • Wall, floor or ceiling cavity. • Enclosed space such as an attic or garage. • Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys. Fumes or odor may result. Sharp Edges • Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. A. Install the Dual Cooling Air Kit The cooling air kit is supplied as a standard feature with this fireplace and is required for safe operation.
B. Secure the Fireplace • Position the Fireplace This fireplace may be placed on either a combustible or noncombustible continuous flat surface. Follow the instructions for framing in Section 3.D. Slide the fireplace into position. Be sure to provide the minimum air clearance at the sides and back of the fireplace assembly. See Section 3.B. WARNING Fire Risk! • Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation. • Do NOT install against vapor barriers or exposed insulation.
5 Chimney Assembly A. Chimney Requirements Vertical distances are measured from the base of the fireplace. • Minimum overall straight height is 6 ft 4 in. if the fireplace is freestanding and a minimum of 10 ft from a combustible structure. See Figure 3.2. Chimney must extend 2 ft (.6 m) above any portion of the roof within 10 ft (3 m) of the chimney. Refer to Figure 6.1. • ft m • Minimum height width offset/return 16 4.88 • Maximum height 90 27.
B. Using Offsets/Returns To bypass any overhead obstructions, the chimney may be offset using an offset/return. An offset and return may be attached together or a chimney section(s) may be used between an offset and return. Perform the following steps to determine the correct chimney component combination for your particular installation: • Measure how far the chimney needs to be shifted to enable it to avoid the overhead obstacle. See Figure 5.1.
C. Assemble the Chimney Sections Attach either a straight chimney section or an offset to the top of the fireplace (depending on your installation requirement). Chimney sections are locked together by pushing downward until the top section meets the stop bead on the lower section. Note: The ceiling firestop MUST be nailed to the bottom of the ceiling joists EXCEPT when the space above is uninsulated and the attic insulation shield is not being used (see Figure 5.5).
E. Install the Attic Insulation Shield Tabs An insulation shield must be installed when there is a possibility of insulation coming into contact with the factory built chimney system. • • • Bend the tabs at the top of the attic insulation shield inward. This will help keep the chimney section centered in the shield. Position the shield over the vertical chimney section where it penetrates a ceiling firestop. Slide the shield down until it rests on the ceiling firestop.
6 Complete the Enclosure A. Chimney Termination Chimney Termination Requirements (See Figure 6.1) • Must have a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material Must terminate at least 3 ft (914 mm) above the roof and at least 2 ft (610 mm) above any portion of the roof within 10 ft (3.05 m) Must be located away from trees or other structures Slanted Roofs Chimney must extend 2 ft (.
Mark the Exit Point of the Roof Locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof by plumbing down to the center of the chimney. Drive a nail up through the roof to mark the center. See Figure 6.2. Cut Out the Hole in the Roof Measure to either side of the nail and mark the 14‑1/2 in. x 14-1/2 in. (368 mm x 368 mm) opening required. This is measured on the horizontal; actual length may be larger depending on the pitch of the roof. Cut out and frame the opening.
C. Install the Termination Cap • Note: To protect against the effect of corrosion on those parts exposed to the weather, the termination cap can be painted with a rust-resistant paint. TR11T/TR442 Round Telescoping Termination Cap Assemble storm collar around extended termination cap pipe once cap is installed. WARNING Caulk gaps between storm collar & pipe, and storm collar & chase top. Fire Risk • The minimum overlap of cap to pipe MUST be met or chimney may separate from cap.
• TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Place waterproof sealer under each flange of the termination cap and on top of each screw to help prevent leaks. Remove 2 screws from front & back to lift the top off Termination Cap Collar 2 in. (51 mm) Minimum Height The last section of pipe must stop between 2 in. (51 mm) above top of chase and 7 in. (178 mm) below top of chase Chase Top 2 in. (51 mm) 7 in. (178 mm) Chase Chimney Pipe Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Figure 6.
7 Accessories A. Gas Log/Lighter Provisions A certified gas log lighter or decorative gas log set can be installed in this fireplace. This fireplace was not tested and listed for use with an unvented gas log heater. Do not install an unvented gas log heater in this fireplace and operate it with the flue damper in the closed position unless the unvented gas log heater has been specifically tested and listed for use in this fireplace by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
8 Finishing A. Hearth Extension WARNING 1/2 in. Micore Hearth Ext or equivalent insulation (see Table 11.2) Continuous, non-combustible sealant Tile, stone or other non-combustible material Floor constructed of wood or other combustible material Figure 8.1 Fireplace A hearth extension must be installed with all fireplaces to protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from both radiant heat and sparks. See Figures 8.1‑8.3. Fire Risk • Metal hearth strips MUST be installed.
B. Finishing Material Combustible Material Material which is made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics, or any material capable of igniting and burning, whether flame proofed or not, plastered or not plastered. • Non-Combustible Material Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass or plasters, or any combination thereof.
9 Operating Instructions WARNING Fire Risk • Do not operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fireplace properly may cause fire. A. General Information Fireplaces, as well as other woodburning appliances, have been used safely for many years. It has been our experience that most problems are caused by improper installation and operation of the fireplace.
B. Outside Air F. Glass Doors A source of air (oxygen) is required in order for combustion to take place. Whatever air is consumed by the fire must be replaced through cracks around windows, under doors, etc. Most newly constructed houses or existing homes fitted with tightly sealed doors and windows are relatively air tight. In this case, an outside air source must be made available to feed combustion air from outside the home. Most efficient fireplace operation using glass doors is with the doors open.
Examples of soft wood trees are Douglas fir, pine, spruce, and cedar, poplar, aspen and alder. Soft woods require less time to dry, burn faster and are easier to ignite than hardwoods. Examples of hardwood trees are oak, maple, apple, and birch. Hardwoods require more time to season, burn slower and are usually harder to ignite than soft woods. WARNING Fire Risk • Use only factory installed integral grate. May cause overfire. The best wood fuel is a combination of soft wood and hardwood.
CAUTION Odors and vapors released during initial operation. • Curing of high temperature paint. • Open windows for air circulation. Odors may be irritating to sensitive individuals. WARNING Note: When first lighting your fireplace, it may be necessary to pre-warm the flue to establish a draft. This is done by holding a rolled up piece of burning newspaper under the flue damper for a few moments. This will help reduce smoke spillage during start-up.
10 Troubleshooting Diagnostics and Problem Solving I can’t get a good fire going. What am I doing wrong? Diagnostic Questions Possible Causes of Condition Solutions Is the damper open? • No draft Open damper. Is there enough paper/starter? • Insufficient heat to ignite kindling Use more paper/starter. Is there enough kindling? Is the kindling dry? • Insufficient heat to ignite fuel Use more dry kindling.
Maintenance and Servicing the Fireplace A. Disposal of Ashes Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all embers have thoroughly cooled.
CAUTION WARNING Handle glass assembly with care. When cleaning glass door: • Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass. • Do NOT use abrasive cleaners. • Use a hard water deposit glass cleaner on white film. • Do NOT clean glass when it is hot. Asphyxiation Risk Fire Risk Annual inspection by qualified technician recommended.
12 Reference Materials A. Fireplace Dimensions C 23 in. [597 mm] D B Outside Air (both sides) 41-3/4 in. [1060 mm] (effective height) 38-3/4 in. [984 mm] 23-1/2 in. [597 mm] 9-1/2 in. 42-3/8 in. [241 mm] [1076 mm] E [171 mm] MONTANA-36 MONTANA-42 32 F A 6-3/4 in. Model Gas Log Knockout (both sides) 2-3/8 in. [60 mm] Gas Knockout for Optional Integrated Burner (both sides) B A B C D E F 36 in. 42 in. 25 in. 13-7/8 in. 13-1/4 in. 15-3/4 in.
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C. Chimney Components The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catalog # ID4 Insulated Duct US CAN Description CAK5A CAK5A Chimney Air Kit n/a SLA10 Adapter 11 in. (457mm) long ID4 ID4 Insulated Duct/Outside Air UD4 UD4 Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air 4 in. (102 mm) i.d. 42 in. (1067 mm) SL1106 SL406 Chimney Section - 6 in. (152 mm) long SL1112 SL412 Chimney Section - 12 in.
Inside Diameter 11 in./279 mm SL11 10 in./254mm SL4 21 in. 533 mm Outside Diameter 13 in./330 mm SL1130/SL430 Offset/Return A B 17 in. (432 mm) Ceiling Firestop Catalog # A FS538 0-deg. 17 in. B 432 mm FS540 30-deg. 26 in. 660 mm 15-1/4 in. (387 mm) Assembled Diameter: 17 in./432 mm Height: 24 in./610 mm AS10 Straight Attic Insulation Shield 13 in. (330 mm) 29 in. (737 mm) 25-1/4 in. (641 mm) RF570 Roof Flashing 15-1/4in. (387 mm) 2 in. (51 mm) JB577 Chimney Joint Band 39-7/8 in.
20 in. (508 mm) 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) 17 in. (432 mm) 9-3/8 in. (238 mm) TR11/TR444 Round Termination Cap 10-1/4 in. (260 mm) TCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap (available US only) 72 in. (1829 mm) 32-3/8 in. (822 mm) 36 in. (914 mm) 13-3/8 in. (340 mm) 34-3/8 in. (873 mm) 2 in. (51 mm) CT56 Chase Top TR11T/TR442 Round Telescoping Termination Cap 23 in. (584 mm) 19 in. (483 mm) C D B 15-5/8 in. (397 mm) A LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud ST1175/ST475 Square Termination Cap A B C D Catalog # in.
Woodburning Termination Cap Shroud TS345/T445 (Top Vent) TR342/TR344 TR442/TR444 TV342 TR342/TR344* TR442/TR444* (* with TR-TVK installed) TR11/TR11T TV11/TV11T TR11/TR11T* (* with TR-TVK installed) OPEN TOP with solid sides and 3 in. (76 mm) opening at the bottom Mnimum Base Dimensions 23 in. x 23 in. (584 x 584 mm) 28 x 28 in. (711 x 711 mm) with Radiation Shield 26 x 26 in. (660 x 660 mm) 32 x 32 in. (813 x 813 mm) with Radiation Shield 26 x 26 in.
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E. Limited Warranty Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc.™ Limited Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc. (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for all Outdoor Lifestyles by HHT™ brand products (“Products”) that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer.
Limited Warranty (continued) • • • • Damages resulting from: (1) failure to install, operate, or maintain the Product in accordance with the installation instructions, operating instructions, and listing agent identification label furnished with the Product; (2) failure to install the Product in accordance with local building codes; (3) shipping or improper handling; (4) improper operation, abuse, misuse, continued operation with damaged, corroded or failed components, accident, or incorrectly performed
F. Contact Information Please contact your Outdoor Lifestyles dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Outdoor Lifestyles dealer, please visit www.hearthnhome.com. – NOTES – DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Important operating • and maintenance instructions included. Read, understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation. • Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
