Fireplace 42 Apex, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...Mukilteo WA 98275 This manual is available online in French Manuel est disponible en ligne en Francais www travisproducts com Wood Burning Zero Clearance Fireplace 2016 Travis Industries 10 00 100 01436 Report 028WF102S U L 127 2015 and ULC S610 M87 R1998 ...

Page 2: ... OVERFIRE UNIT See Installation Manual for approved chimneys Replace glass only with 5mm neoceramic or ceramic glass Electrical Rating 115V 60 Hz 1 8 Amps Optional Green Start 94400954 Blower 250 04176 TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC 12521 Harbour Reach Drive Mukilteo WA 98275 Manufactured by www travisproducts com U S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Certified to comply with 2015 particulate emission standa...

Page 3: ...es 13 Anchor Plate Installation 13 Cooling Duct Installation 14 Air Cooled Chimney Clearances to Combustibles 15 Air Cooled Chimney Installation and System Height 16 Air Cool Chimney Offset Requirements 30 Elbows 17 Firestops 17 Chimney Offset Chart 17 Insulated Chimney Requirements 7 Inner Diameter 18 Security ASHT Part Numbers available through Travis Ind 18 Security ASHT Clearances to Combustib...

Page 4: ...or Removal When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire The chimney shall be inspected at least twice a year during the ...

Page 5: ...pecifications Approximate Heating Capacity in square feet Up to 2 500 sq ft Maximum Burning Time Up to 12 Hours BTU Output per Hour Cord Wood Method Up to 62 000 BTUs Heating capacity will vary with floor plan insulation and outside temperature Dimensions 42 1067mm 22 7 8 582mm Weight 670 lbs 304 Kg Includes the 1 2 13mm stand offs 3 77mm Air Intake may be re routed to left back or bottom 9 5 8 24...

Page 6: ...r Temp Display and Rheostat Door Tool Owner s manual Pair of gloves Items Shipped with the Face Face Face Brackets with Attachment Nuts Recommended Order of Installation Frame the opening for the fireplace Leave the non combustible framing and facing above the fireplace open to allow for chimney installation Secure the fireplace to the framing floor Install the chimney and cooling air if applicabl...

Page 7: ...below the cap It has a heat activated damper that helps reduce cold air from entering the cooling ducts while the fireplace is not in operation Use Outside Air P Trap and Insulated Duct Min 24 Max 48 Min 24 Max 48 42 Apex Fireplace We recommend putting in a P trap in the outside air duct used to supply air to the firebox to prevent air circulation when the fireplace is not in use A typical P trap ...

Page 8: ...ce If this combustible protrudes farther it must meet the sidewall clearance see b and c in the illustration below a b c d The fireplace requires a 13mm clearance to the back and sides stand offs are pre installed to provide this clearance Do not place insulation or other material into this area Drywall or other combustibles must maintain a clearance to the sides of the fireplace see d in the illu...

Page 9: ...Fireplace must be placed so the vents below and above the glass do not become blocked We rcommend the chase around the fireplace be insulated WARNING Insulation must be secured so it does not fill the space between the fireplace and standoffs Base Nailing Brackets bend down and secure to floor Lifting handles are available separately 98500711 They attach to the base nailing brackets Standoffs on s...

Page 10: ...ot build into the enclosure The enclosure over the fireplace must be a minimum 81 above the base of the fireplace 81 2058mm 23 585mm 42 1067mm Framing Dimensions at 45 Typical framing dimensions for 45 installation are shown below Additional space may be required for vent and outside air installation a 61 3 4 1569mm b 22 1 2 572mm c 22 1 2 572mm c Fireplace includes 1 2 standoffs a b 1 2 Clearance...

Page 11: ...and hearth if desired may be placed on a platform designed to support the fireplace and vent approximately 600 lbs See illustration below The ceiling in front of the fireplace must be a minimum 83 from the base of the fireplace Minimum 83 42 Apex Fireplace Non Combustible Framing included with fireplace Non Combustible Facing 81 ...

Page 12: ...e 18 for details The entire chimney system must be installed to meet all local requirements as well as those requirements listed by the chimney manufacturer Depending on the manufacturer and where the chimney is to be installed chimney supports roof braces radiation shields attic insulation shields attic enclosures spark arrestors locking bands etcetera may be required as part of the chimney syste...

Page 13: ...m Collar 98900009 Round Termination Cap 98900010 Flashing 0 6 12 for flat roofs up to 6 12 pitch 26 5 98900011 Flashing 7 12 12 for roofs 6 12 pitch to 12 12 26 5 to 45 98900012 Attic Insulation Shield 98900015 Anchor Plate Installation The air cooled chimney requires an anchor plate that includes a cooling duct inlet Attach the anchor plate to the top of the fireplace with the four included sheet...

Page 14: ...e opening facing downwards to prevent water or other material from entering Secure the cooling duct to the collar and external termination using high temperature aluminum tape and or sheet metal screws Locate the duct termination so it does not become blocked by snow vegetation or other material The duct termination must be a minimum 5 below the chimney termination In addition the intake must be 1...

Page 15: ...ries 4161018 100 01436 Air Cooled Chimney Clearances to Combustibles WARNING Follow the clearances listed below do not follow the clearances listed in the chimney instructions Maintain a 2 clearance from the chimney to combustibles see illustration below Min 2 51mm Clearance ...

Page 16: ...ay be necessary to reduce wind induced down drafts back puffing or smoke spillage By adding additional chimney the fireplace will have increased draft and encounter less negative operating characteristics Chimney must be totally enclosed when passing through living space with a minimum 2 51mm clearance to combustibles System Height 35 Max 10 5M 15 Min 4 5M 2 51mm Min Air Space to Combustibles Cap ...

Page 17: ... of the fireplace Firestops Whenever the chimney penetrates a floor or ceiling a firestop is required on the bottom side of the floor joists see illustration below When passing through an attic the firestop must be placed on the attic side of the joists When the chimney passes through a living space it must be totally enclosed maintain the minimum 2 clearance to combustibles The space between fram...

Page 18: ...0288 VENT 7 FLASH 7 12 12 98900289 VENT 7 WALL STRAP 98900292 VENT 7 EXT ROOF BRKT 98900293 VENT 7 STORM COLLAR 98900294 VENT 7 CHIMNEY CAP 98900295 Security ASHT Clearances to Combustibles Maintain a 2 clearance from the chimney to combustibles Recommended Space Between Frames 13 1 4 Space between frames Firestop Security ASHT Anchor Plate Installation The chimney requires an anchor plate Attach ...

Page 19: ... 11 9 2 2 2 2 Metal Fab Temp Guard 2100 7TGAP 10 2 See pipe manufacturer s instructions for details on installation and minimum framing dimensions NOTE This chimney requires a 2 clearance when used with the 42 Apex disregard the 1 1 2 clearance listed on the chimney Anchor Plate Installation Each chimney system requires an anchor plate Attach the plate to the top of the fireplace with the four inc...

Page 20: ... wind induced down drafts back puffing or smoke spillage By adding additional chimney the fireplace will have increased draft and encounter less negative operating characteristics Chimney must be totally enclosed when passing through living space System Height 35 Max 10 5M 15 Min 4 5M Cap see Chimney Termination Requirements Storm Collar Flashing Firestop Required Between Floor Levels or fireplace...

Page 21: ...ed follow the chimney manufacturer s instructions for supporting the chimney Elbows may be used directly off the top of the fireplace Firestops Whenever the chimney penetrates a floor or ceiling a firestop is required on the bottom side of the floor joists see illustration below When passing through an attic the firestop must be placed on the attic side of the joists When the chimney passes throug...

Page 22: ...ond a certain height frequently 5 above the roof may require braces check the instructions included with the chimney for details Chimney termination must be a minimum 10 3M from any adjacent building It must also be 2 above any wall within 10 Walls 10 or farther from the chimney termination may extend above the chimney this may negatively impact draft Follow the chimney manufacturer s requirements...

Page 23: ...lectrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 The electrical line must supply 120 Volts 60 Hz and 10 amps 2A for blower 8A for optional igniter Route the electrical supply line through the junction box cover plate and attach to the hookup wires see illustration below NOTE Details on the junction box are shown on the following page After all wiring is in place replace the ju...

Page 24: ...lizing the Installation for qualified installers only Travis Industries 4161018 100 01436 Fireplace Junction Box a b RHEOSTAT Power Input Hot Common and 2 Grounding Wires Rheostat Wires Inside of Junction Box ...

Page 25: ...ight side of the fireplace Mount the included double gang junction box in this location Route the wire harness from the fireplace to the junction box Do not route the wire over the top of the fireplace or within 2 of the chimney Route an approved electrical line e g Romex wire from the fireplace junction box to the rheostat Do not route the wire over the top of the fireplace or within 2 of the chi...

Page 26: ...connection see picture below Connect the power GreenStart wire 4 wire to the power GreenStart connection see picture below CELSIUS DISPLAY If you wish to display Celsius instead of Fahrenheit place the jumper over the 2 pins on the back of the circuit board seepicture below Back Side of the Combustor Temp Display Thermocouple Wire Connection Power GreenStart Connection Celsius Pins and Jumper ...

Page 27: ...sitioned so it does not become blocked by snow or debris Intake air may be drawn from a ventilated crawl space check with local jurisdiction for requirements in your area Do not draw air from an enclosed space such as a garage or un ventilated crawl space Certain localities may require the air intake termination to be located at a point lower than the firebox opening Consult your local jurisdictio...

Page 28: ...elow a Disconnect the air intake collar 4 screws hold it in place b Remove the cover plate in the location you wish to relocate the air intake to c Attach the air intake collar in the desired location use the screws removed earlier d Place the cover plate over the stock air intake location and secure use the screws removed earlier The air intake locations are shown below Right Side of Fireplace 6 ...

Page 29: ...directions below 1 Remove the screws on top of the fireplace used to secure the framing members see illustration below 2 Place the framing members in place and secure using the screws removed in step 1 3 Secure the framing to the header Non Combustible Framing included with fireplace Attach the framing to the fireplace using the screws shipped pre attached to the top fo the fireplace Secure the no...

Page 30: ...on both sides of the fireplace Do not use drywall or other combustible in this area see illustration below The non combustible facing may be attached to the front of the fireplace with screws Do not penetrate the fireplace more than 3 4 Facing over 1 thick brick thick marble may be used around the perimeter of the faceplate Non Combustible Facing Minimum 81 Minimum 42 Drywall Combustible Framing m...

Page 31: ...late protrudes 1 1 8 from the front of the fireplace has a 1 8 overlap on the sides and 1 4 overlap on top Tile Thin Facing Example 3 8 Tile Fireplace Drywall Framing Top View of Fireplace Faceplate Fireplace 1 1 8 Nailing Bracket secures fireplace to framing 1 8 1 4 overlap on top 0 on bottom NOTE Setup face is 1 16 wider on each side and top 2 Brick Thick Facing Example 1 2 Concrete Board Firepl...

Page 32: ...61018 100 01436 Mantel Requirements Mantel must be non combustible Mantel must be a minimum 49 1 2 above the base of the fireplace Maximum mantel depth is 18 42 Apex Fireplace Non Combustible Mantel Minimum 49 1 2 From Base of Fireplace Non Combustible Framing Non Combustible Facing ...

Page 33: ...R value of 1 00 Multiple cement boards may be stacked to meet the required R value of 1 00 For example two half inch boards each with an R value of 0 5 can be stacked together to meet the 1 00 requirement Hearth must not rise more than 6 3 8 above the base of the fireplace Face Fireplace 7 3 4 6 3 8 1 1 8 ELEVATED HEARTH 20 Min Check Local Building Codes Minimum 1 cement board or equivalent Ember ...

Page 34: ...allation Once the fireplace is in place with hearth and facing complete the fireplace may be finalized following the directions below 1 Install the firebrick as shown below 2 Place the baffle in position see pictures below Make sure it is pushed back so the tabs inside the firebox insert into the slots on the baffle ...

Page 35: ... Verify Door Operation Open the door handle and swing the door shut Press down on the handle to lock the door in place take care to not pinch your hand between the handle and door frame The door may be tight the first time it is closed This is because the gasket is new and has not compressed We suggest opening and closing the door several times to help compress the gasket ...

Page 36: ...r Homeowners 7 Dimensions 5 Electrical Line Hookup 23 EPA Approval 2 External Wiring Installation 25 Facing Requirements 30 Finalizing the Installation 34 Fireplace Framing 10 Fireplace Placement Requirements 8 Firestops 21 Framing Dimensions at 45 10 Framing Dimensions 10 Hearth Requirements 33 Heating Specifications 5 IAS ICBO Approval 2 Installation Options 5 Installation Warnings 4 Insulated C...