Flush Wood Insert Owner's Manual Masonry Fireplace Insert Save these instructions for future reference SAFETY NOTICE: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Travis Industries, Inc. 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd SW Mukilteo, WA 98275 Copyright 2007, Travis Industries, Inc. $10.
Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Travis Industries Flush Wood wood-burning fireplace insert. In purchasing a Flush Wood you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Flush Wood is one of the finest appliances the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this appliance.
Table of Contents 3 Maintaining Your Appliance General Information Introduction ...................................................... 2 Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use) ................25 Important Information ......................................... 2 Remove Ash (if necessary)..............................25 Safety Precautions............................................. 4 Clean the Glass (if necessary) .........................25 Features & Specifications ..............................
Safety Precautions The viewing door must be closed and latched during operation. Gas Never block free airflow through the air vents on this appliance. This appliance is designed and approved for the burning of cord wood only. Do not attempt to burn any other type of fuel other than cord wood in this appliance, it will void all warranties and safety listings. Do not touch the appliance while it is hot and educate all children of the danger of a hightemperature appliance.
Safety Precautions Never try to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless instructions are given in this manual. All other work must be done by a trained technician. A A A A Allow the appliance to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning. Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near this appliance. Do not make any changes or modifications to an existing masonry fireplace or chimney to install this appliance.
Features & Specifications Installation Options: Features: • • • • • • • • • Masonry Fireplace Insert WARNING: Do not install this fireplace insert into a factory-built metal (Z.C.) fireplace. EPA Phase II Approved 2.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 7 SAFETY NOTICE: Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Planning The Installation We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your fireplace insert.
Installation (for qualified installers only) Installation Considerations NOTE: Face Seal Connections are not allowed with this fireplace insert.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 9 Insert Placement Requirements • The insert must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes, doors), 36" of the front of the insert • Insert and hearth must be installed on a level, secure floor • The minimum clearances, facing, and hearth requirements in Figure 3 must be met.
Installation (for qualified installers only) Drafting Performance This appliance relies upon natural draft to operate. External forces, such as wind, barometric pressure, topography, or factors of the home (negative pressure from exhaust fans, chimneys, air infiltration, etc.), may adversely affect draft. Travis Industries can not be responsible for external forces leading to less than optimal performance.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 11 Block-Off Plate Installation Whenever this appliance is installed with a direct connection a block-off plate, or other non-combustible seal-off device (e.g. damper adapter), will need to be installed. This device is used to seal the chimney, insuring no smoke enters the home and providing the chimney system with a seal to promote draft. The directions below detail the steps for construction and installation of a block-off plate. 1.
Installation (for qualified installers only) Surround Panel Installation The surround panels are available in two sizes shown below. Width Height Part# 8" Panels 45-1/2" 29-1/2" 99300240 10" Panels 49-1/2" 31-1/2" 99300241 12" Panels 53-1/2" 33-1/2" 99300242 FOR INSIDE FIT PANELS ONLY: the panels may be cut down to fit within the fireplace - see directions below. Do not cut more than 4" from each side panel. The rheostat is mounted into the side panel.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 13 2. Install the top panel following the directions below. HINT: Before installing the top panel, position the insert in its final location (1-1/4" from the fireplace opening) and attach the flue to the insert. Slide the top panel into place. The joggle clips on the back of the panel insert over the tabs on the side panel and the flange on top of the insert. 3. Install the trim and rheostat following the directions below.
Installation (for qualified installers only) Face Installation There are several face options available for this fireplace insert. They all install with hooks that allow the face to be hung on the fireplace insert. Follow the directions below to install the face, bypass handle, air control handle, and door handle cover. Face Installation: The face has four hooks that hang on the cast-iron tabs near the door hinges. When installing, make sure the hooks insert fully and lock into place.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 15 Re-Routing the Electrical Cord to the Left Side The power cord is connected to the right side of the insert when it leaves the factory. It may be re-routed to the left side following the directions below. Do this procedure before installing the surround panels. 1. Disconnect the molex connector and remove the power cord following the directions below. Disconnect the molex connector leading from the power cord.
Insert with Positive Connection Install a non-combustible cover plate to prevent water from entering the chimney NOTE: Most factory-built chimney manufacturers make stainless steel chimney liners, either flexible or rigid. This provides a wide variety of installation options. Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation and support. Combustible Mantle Surround Panels See the section "Insert Placement Requirements" for minimum clearances and hearth required.
Operating Your Appliance 17 Safety Notice: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Read and follow all of the warnings on pages 4 and 5 of this manual.
Operating Your Appliance Door Operation The door becomes hot during use. Use a glove to open the door if the handle is hot. To prevent smoke from entering the room, open the bypass before opening the door (see following page for directions). You can also open the door a small amount and let air enter the firebox. Opening the Doors Rotate the right door handle down. Swing open the right door. Swing open the left door. Closing the Doors NOTE: Make sure the door latch clears the left side door.
Operating Your Appliance 19 Bypass Operation The bypass controls the flow of smoke inside the heater. When pulled out, smoke goes directly up the flue, creating more draft. When pushed in, the smoke goes around the baffle, utilizing the secondary combustion and making the heater more efficient. • When starting or re-loading, pull the bypass out. • During normal operation, push the bypass in.
Operating Your Appliance Starting a Fire Since the dawn of time man has debated the best way to start a fire. Some use the boy-scout "tee-pee", some prefer the "tic-tac-toe" stack. Either way, review the hints and warnings below to ensure proper fire starting. • Make sure the air control is pushed in and the by-pass pulled out. If additional air is needed, open the doors 1/4" during the first five minutes of start-up.
Operating Your Appliance 21 Adjusting the Burn Rate Use the air control slider to control the burn rate of the stove. See the illustration below for details. Use the air control to change the burn rate.
Operating Your Appliance Blower Operation The blower will turn on once the stove is up to temperature. This is typically 15 to 30 minutes after starting the fire. Follow the directions below to alter the blower speed. AAAAAA AAAAAA AAAAAA AAAAAA AAAAAA AAAAAA AAAAAA AAAAAA AAAAAA HIGH OFF Turn the dial all the way counter-clockwise until it clicks off. The high position is all the way counter-clockwise, without clicking off. LOW Turn the dial all the way clockwise.
Operating Your Appliance 23 Hints for Burning • Get the appliance hot before adjusting to low burn • Use smaller pieces of wood during start-up and high burns to increase temperature • Use larger pieces of wood for overnight or sustained burns • Stack the wood tightly together to establish a longer burn • Leave a bed of ashes (1/2" deep) to allow for longer burns • Be considerate of neighbors & the environment: burn dry wood only • Burn small, intense fires instead of large, slow burning fire
Operating Your Appliance Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Smoke Enters Room During Start-Up • Open the bypass (pg. 19). • Open the air control (pg. 21). • Cold Air Blockage - burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft. • If the flame is not getting enough air, a small crack in the door is all that is needed. • Open the bypass (pg. 19). • Open the air control (pg. 21). • Not enough starter paper - use additional newspaper if necessary.
Maintaining Your Appliance 25 Failure to properly maintain and inspect your appliance may reduce the performance and life of the appliance, void your warranty, and create a fire hazard. Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use) Remove Ash (if necessary) • Ash removal is not required once it builds up. 1/2" to 1" of ash may be desirable because it slows the burn rate. Generally, remove ash once it has built up over 1". Follow the directions below to remove ash.
Maintaining Your Appliance Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use) Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Door and Glass Inspection The door can be lifted off the hinges if extensive repairs are conducted. Use wood stove gasket cement to re-adhere loose gasket. The door must form an air-tight seal to the firebox for the stove to work correctly. Inspect the door gasket to make sure it forms an air-tight seal to the firebox.
Maintaining Your Appliance 27 Yearly Maintenance Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Touch Up Paint Included with the owner's pack of this appliance is a can of Stove-Brite® paint. To touch up nicks or dulled paint, apply the paint while the appliance is cool. Sand rusted or damaged areas before preparation (use 120 grit sandpaper). Clean and dry the area to prepare the surface. Wait at least one hour before starting the appliance.
Maintaining Your Appliance Door Parts 4 3 AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA 2 1 9 6 7 5 12 8 10 11 13 ID # 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 AAAA AAA AAAA AAAAAA AAAA AAAAAA AAAA AAAAAA AAAAA AAAA AA AAAAAA AAAAA AAA AAAA AA AAAAAA AAAAA AAA AAAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAA AAAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAA AAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA Description Door Gasket (3/8" Rope) Door Hinge Asbly - Lower Left Door Hinge Asbly - Lower Right Door Hinge Asbly - Upper Left Door
Maintaining Your Appliance 29 Blower and Electrical Parts Description Left Blower Blower Grommet and Spacer (4) Rheostat Knob Qty 1 2 1 Part # 228-10069 93005017 100-04111 Description Right Blower Rheostat Power Cord Qty 1 1 1 Part # 228-10070 100-00122 100-00260 Firebox Parts Baffle Parts ID # 1 3 5 7 9 Description Sec.
Maintaining Your Appliance Air Tube Removal & Replacement VIEW FROM THE FRONT VIEW FROM THE REAR Air Tube Air Channel Air Tube Bolt Air Channel Air Tube Bolt Air Tube Pin AIR TUBE REMOVAL 3/8" Wrench Loosen this bolt 2 or 3 Note how the center of the air tube pin turns (do not remove). inserts into a hole on the air tube. With the bolt loosened the air tube can be slid out of the air channel. The pin will then disengage from the air tube (you may wish to rotate the tube slightly).
Maintaining Your Appliance 31 Brick Removal & Replacement Floor and Side Brick Baffle Brick 8 1 1 9 3 1 1 2 1 9 4 8 6 5 9 1 7 1 Do not pry the brick - they chip and crack easily. Remove the floor bricks first. The side bricks are pinned in place by the floor firebrick. Clean the firebox prior to replacing the brick. Refer to the section "Baffle Removal" on page 29 for details on removing the baffle bricks.
Limited 7 Year Warranty To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.
Listing Information 33 Listing Label INSERT CLEARANCE DIAGRAM D C A B INSERT 8 HEARTH © Travis Industries FACIA OR TRIM SIDEWALL MANTEL 16 EXTENSION 100-01157 4041116
Air Control (Burn Rate) ...................................21 Operation ....................................................17 Air Tube Part Number ....................................29 Over-Firing the Stove .....................................17 Air Tube Removal & Replacement ....................30 Overnight Burn .............................................22 Ash Disposal ................................................25 Paint (Touch-Up Paint) ...................................
