Masport RANGITATA ULEB, Installation & Operation Manual

Page 1: ...NCE Manufactured in New Zealand by GLEN DIMPLEX NEW ZEALAND LIMITED P O Box 58473 Botany Manukau 2163 Ph 0800 666 2824 Fax 09 274 8472 Email sales glendimplex co nz Web www glendimplex co nz 16th Jun 2020 Part No 599461 V1 4 Glen Dimplex New Zealand Ltd reserves the right to change specifications the content of this manual or the design of its product without prior notice ...

Page 2: ...B 16 5 1 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE CONSTRUCTING BUILT IN 17 5 2 STAGES OF THE RANGITATA ULEB INSTALLATION 18 6 0 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR RANGITATA ULEB 25 6 1 PREPARING THE BURNER FOR FIRST LIGHT UP 25 6 2 PERMITTED FUELS 25 6 3 TESTING WOOD MOISTURE 25 6 4 RECOMMENDED LOG SIZES FIRE STARTERS 26 7 0 OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE 26 7 1 BEFORE FIRST LIGHT UP 26 7 2 COLD START UP 26 7 2 1 KINDLING INTER...

Page 3: ... 9 FIREBOX BAFFLE 30 9 10 FLUE INSPECTION AND CLEANING 30 10 0 RANGITATA REPLACEMENT PARTS 31 11 0 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSES REMEDY 31 RANGITATA WARRANTY REGISTRATION 33 RANGITATA WARRANTY TERMS CONDITIONS 35 ...

Page 4: ...ur appliance it is important to install operate and maintain the burner correctly Please take the time and read this installation and operations manual carefully before installing or operating your Rangitata ULEB 1 1 Items supplied with the fire Rangitata ULEB Box of optional ash lips o 1 x Deep Lip for Fascia with Ash Lip o 1 x Short Lip for Fascia without Ash Lip Accessory Pack which contains 1 ...

Page 5: ...urer should be consulted in the first instance The Rangitata ULEB must be serviced at least once every 2 years from service agent trained and authorized by Glen Dimplex New Zealand 1 4 Caution This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instru...

Page 6: ...est Standard AS NZS 2918 2001 Appendix E Insert Fascia Dimensions 870 mm Wide x 77 mm Deep x 713 mm High Firebox Dimensions 600 mm Wide x 510 mm Deep x 572 mm High Net Weight of Burner 140 0 kg Test Method Emissions mg MJ Emissions g kg Efficiency Authorization Nos Real Life Test Canterbury Method V1 6 38 mg MJ CRC 203666 National Environment Standard AS NZS 4012 13 2014 0 41 g kg 68 CRC 203667 He...

Page 7: ... cavity thoroughly and check for structural soundness The chimney must not connect to a second fireplace The base of the chimney cavity on which the Rangitata ULEB will be installed must be level If it is not it should be leveled using mortar The joint between the chimney face and the fireplace surround must be checked and sealed to prevent leakage if necessary 3 3 Distances to Heat Sensitive Mate...

Page 8: ...m2 K and layer of tiles or slate The thickness of the floor protector for the Rangitata ULEB depends upon the fascia option chosen and the floor type Fig 2 2A 3 3A gives the required floor protector thickness and projection from the door glass depending upon the type of floor and the fascia with or without the ash lip Fig 2 Floor Protector Projections for Fascia with Ash Lip on a Non Combustible F...

Page 9: ..._______ Fig 3A Floor Protector for Fascia without Ash Lip on a Combustible Floor ______________________________________________________________________________________ Hearth Floor Protector Thickness in mm Thickness above Non Combustible Floor Projection from Glass Distance from Fire Place Surround 0 392 454 10 368 430 20 347 409 30 326 388 40 305 367 44 above 300 362 ...

Page 10: ...h an air gap behind it and vented top and bottom The shield for the mantle shelf should extend a minimum of 100mm beyond the width of the fascia and protrude 10 15mm off the depth of the mantle shelf Clearance factors for heat shield which is within 45 degrees of the vertical Heat Shield Construction Minimum Air Gap Dimension Clearance Factor Single layer of continuous material 12mm 0 4 Single lay...

Page 11: ...o factors such as roof pitch predominant winds nearby obstructions i e trees buildings and fire placement flue lengths and flue terminations cowls may vary Refer to Figure 3 3 1 Additional components may be required to complete the installation and meet all AS NZS 2918 2001 guidelines for flue termination Guidelines given in AS NZS2918 2001 should be followed for any deviation to these standard co...

Page 12: ...re be secured to prevent shifting in the event of an earthquake To provide seismic restraint screw the case to the base of the fireplace recess with at least two 6mm masonry anchors Dynabolts or equivalent Fasteners not supplied with the Rangitata firebox Refer Fig 7 for bolt location Ensure that the ceiling baffle secondary air tubes and the eight side bricks and the two rear bricks are in their ...

Page 13: ...e rear of the firebox In the end install one cut brick 230x90x25 each on the left and right side wall towards the front of the firebox The front and rear baffles of Rangitata ULEB are already in place Make sure that the rear flange of the rear baffle is tucked behind the side supports and hard against the rear wall fo the firebox And also the front baffle is pushed back hard against the front of t...

Page 14: ...efer Fig 9 to check the configuration of all internal firebox components Fig 9 Rangitata Firebox Internal Component Configuration Check the installation Hand over the owner s manual to the owner of the fire ...

Page 15: ...ndard AS NZS 2918 2001 Appendix B Built In Fascia Dimensions 870 mm Wide x 77 mm Deep x 782 mm High Firebox with ZC Dimensions 770 mm Wide x 607 mm Deep x 680 mm High Net Weight of Burner 140 0 kg Test Method Emissions mg MJ Emissions g kg Efficiency Authorization Nos Real Life Test Canterbury Method V1 6 38 mg MJ CRC 203666 National Environment Standard AS NZS 4012 13 2015 0 41 g kg 68 CRC 203667...

Page 16: ... using a Zero Clearance ZC Box Kit The schematic below shows various stages of following instructions cover the installation of the Rangitata ULEB ZC into a timber framed cavity or enclosure The schematic below shows the major steps of the Rangitata ULEB into a timber framed cavity using a Zero Clearance Box Fig 11 Major Stage of Rangitata ULEB installation ...

Page 17: ...m the same room adjacent room or from the exterior The air vents that are on the external walls should be weatherproof For both internal and external vents the opening must be covered with an appropriate mesh or similar to prevent vermin or debris from entering or blocking the airflow The built in cavity can be vented at the top either using 300mm casing or vent situated close to the top of the ca...

Page 18: ...mbustible angle is for screwing the front cladding so that the combustible horizontal nog is well at the mantle height 1270 or above 6 For an elevated installation See Fig 23 fix two extra noggins 90x45x802 across the front opening of the enclosure one at the bottom and the other at the desired elevation height These extra nogs will carry the front cladding below the heater Fix two 90x45 bearers r...

Page 19: ...butt up against the face of the heat proof front cladding below the heater and the joint at that point must be sealed to prevent the possibility of ember penetration The visible edges of the floor protector are best finished with wood trim or tiles after the burner has beeninstalled 13 Penetrate the roofing material on the flue centerline Working from the bottom assemble sections of the flue and t...

Page 20: ...two M6x16 screws Use the two holes in the base spaced 525mmapart Refer Fig 19 24 Lower the assembled flue and seal and fix it to the flue spigot of the burner using a stainless steel screw Lower the inner flue casing and engage it with the flue spigot adaptor repeat this step with the outer flue casing See Fig 16 17 for flue and casing lengths 25 Fit the two flue casing bracing angles at either ce...

Page 21: ...21 Fig 14 Contents of the Rangitata Zero Clearance Box Pack ...

Page 22: ...22 Fig 15 Exploded Diagram of Rangitata Zero Clearance Box Fig 16 False Chimney of Built In Cavity Vented through 300 Dia Casing Fig 17 False Chimney of Built In Cavity Vented through Side Vent ...

Page 23: ...23 Fig 18 Seismic Constraint for ZC Box Fig 19 Joining Firebox With ZC Box Fig 20 Additional Fascia Bottom Piece for ZC ...

Page 24: ...otector is non combustible material like Ceramic tiles or slate with grouted joints over a hard base like hardy s tile and slate underlay 4mm thick steel plate Marble or stone of reasonable thickness laid over the combustible floor 5 The recommended construction of an Insulating floor protector is 8mm ceramic tiles with grouted joints over 26mm thick non combustible Calcium Silicate board like Pro...

Page 25: ...ther hardwood species like eucalyptus bluegum can also be mixed with softwood to achieve longer burns If you are cutting your firewood only wood that has been air dried in a sheltered well ventilated stack preferably for at least 12 months maybe burned in the Rangitata ULEB To ensure that the wood has a moisture content of 25 or less store it under a roof or protected against heavy rain If you pur...

Page 26: ...ck Please note that the special high temperature paint is used in the firebox that will emit some smoke as it cures during the initial two to three sessions of running Ventilate the house during these initial burns While curing the surface heated paint softens so do not touch hot surfaces during this process Babies small children pregnant women elderly persons persons subject to pulmonary hypersen...

Page 27: ...3 large size logs and close the main fuel loading door 10 Once the large size logs are fully alight the burner is ready to adjust the output by operating the air slide 11 Adjust the air slide to the medium of low position to control the output 9 40 mins 10 50 mins 11 70 mins Always open the door in two stages 1 Unlatch the door and keep it slightly ajar for 15 20 seconds 2 Then open the door fully...

Page 28: ...iency that the fire was designed and tested to achieve While loading fuel take care to avoid damage to the firebricks or top baffle Do not throw logs into the fire If smoke wafts into the room from a fully established fire while the door is open the first check that make up air can flow freely into the room to replace the air passing up the flue Make up air is the replacement air used by fire for ...

Page 29: ...l the piece of paper The paper will be jammed or will slide with effort when the seal is good or sufficient Carry out this test on all four sides of the door to ensure the seal is even on all sides 9 5 Door and Door Glass Seals Door seals of the main door should be checked and if required will need replacement periodically depending upon the usage of the Rangitata burner Over the period the door a...

Page 30: ...moving to one side then dropping tilting to dislodge from the side supports and finally maneuver out of the firebox For replacing the baffle reverse the steps mentioned above starting with rear and then the front baffle Make sure that the rear flange of the rear baffle is tucked behind the side supports and hard against the back wall fo the firebox Also ensure that it is sitting on top of the supp...

Page 31: ...nt Canterbury region to burn wood with greater than 25 moisture Check the door and glass seals Your Masport Dealer can help with this To remove the dirty film try the following 1 Burn with the damper open for 30 minutes 2 Try to clean glass with damp newspaper and ash when the fire has completely cooled down 3 Try using non caustic oven cleaner Caution Do not scrub using steel products or abrasive...

Page 32: ... modern heat pumps or heat recovery or ventilation systems can positively pressurize the house causing over firing 1 Try turning down heat output control on the fire 2 Try opening the window to achieve the pressure balance of the house 3 If the problem persists contact the Masport dealer or installer to diagnose the issue further The poor performance of the fire not enough heat or drop in output N...

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Page 35: ...onable transport or travel costs Consumers may have additional rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 New Zealand or the Australian Trade Practices Act 1974 including the Australian Consumer Law Conditions This warranty does not apply and will be void where The Wood Burner is not installed in accordance with AS NZS2918 2001 or any building code or consent The Wood Burner is not installed by...

Page 36: ... left the control of Glen Dimplex Direct indirect or consequential losses or special damages of any kind including costs of collection and delivery other than repair or replacement of products or components under this warranty where any goods are acquired or used for the purposes of a business How to obtain warranty service Completed Warranty registration form previous page needs to be mailed with...