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EWF30 Fireplace Homeowner ’ s Installation and Operating Manual Do Not Discard This Manual: Retain for Future Use 20008662 8/05 Rev . 1 SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERL Y INST ALLED, OPERA TED AND MAIN- T AINED, A HOUSE FIRE MA Y RESUL T .
2 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a V ermont Castings, EWF30 fireplace. An efficient fireplace carefully engineered to bring you the latest in wood combustion principles and modern foundry technology .
3 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Safety Information Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace IMPORT ANT : Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty .
4 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Specifications Range of heat output* ............... 1 1,100 - 40,500 Btu/hr Maximum heat output** ....... in excess of 55,000 Btu/hr EP A emissions rating (g/h) ...................................... 3.5* Area heated*** .
5 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 FP1561 EWF30 parts id 3/05 Fig. 2 Fireplace and chase parts identification. FP1561 Chase Installation Insulation methods shown are optional for cold climate, not a requirement for unit operation.
6 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 D Rise B G H B Offset C E 6 FT . G H A Hearth Floor Chimney Section CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT Elbow FP269 MBUF 5/16/96 rev . 5/25 TCS8A Support Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet.
7 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Planning Information Determine how the chimney will be run, length of run and chimney components required to complete the job. (Fig. 4) Never install a chimney below minimum heights. In planning a chimney system, it is important to know: 1.
8 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Chimney Supports The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for vertical chimney heights less than 30’ (9m) above the hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical height exceeds 30’ (9m). Locate chimney supports at ceiling holes or other structural framing at 30’ (9m) heights.
9 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Framing Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace is set in place, however , most installers build the frame before setting the fireplace. Frame fireplace with 2 x 4 lumber or heavier materi- als. Refer to framing dimensions in Figure 1 for basic fireplace specifications.
10 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Locate center point of the chimney on ceiling as though a straight up chimney arrangement is to be used. Mea- sure your offset dimension from straight up chimney center point on ceiling.
1 1 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Installing Outside Air Kit An outside air kit may be installed on the EWF30. The AK-MST allows for 100% of required combustion air to come from outside source. If desired, or if local codes mandate the use of an air kit, then an AK-MST is required to complete the installation (from air kit to the outdoors).
12 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Installing the Chimney System Start by attaching the first chimney section to the collar on top of the fireplace. Install the pipe as pictured in Figure 15. When you get a good lock, you will hear the pipe clearly snap together .
13 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 If the area above the ceiling is not an attic, position the firestop spacer with the flange on the ceiling side and the angled portion extending up into the hole.
14 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 There must be a 1 ¹⁄₂ ” (38 mm) air space between out- ermost portion of chimney sections and any adjacent combustible surfaces. (Combustible surfaces include burnable materials such as: ceiling members, joists, flooring, combustible insulation and roof structures.
15 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 FP531 Fireplace surround detail 1/29/99 djt Must be sealed with noncombustible material Mantel Shelf Side View Finished W all 2 x 4 Stud Standoff Cast Front See mantel drawing for shelf-to-grille dimension 1” (25mm) Fireplace Front (Steel) 2 x 4 Stud FP1200 Fig.
16 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 The top of insulation must be covered with a non-com- bustible decorative covering or a piece of .018” mini- mum sheet metal, to protect hearth extension material. (Fig. 25) Secure the hearth extension to the floor to prevent shifting, using trim molding or other similar means at three (3) outer edges.
17 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 FP1201 Fig. 25 Combustible side wall protection and hearth extension dimensions. Minimum W all Clearances WITH Noncombustible Surround Facing WITHOUT Noncombustibl.
18 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Operation Attach Handles The fallaway handle is used to open and close the front doors. Remove after each use so the handle will not get hot.
19 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 KT108b BFC Correct door position 8/23/00 djt KT108b Fig. 29 Correct door position during operation. Correct Optional Spark Screen Correct The Fan Heated air from the fireplace is forced into the room by an internal fan.
20 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire Burn solid wood fuel only in the EWF30, and burn it directly on the grate. Do not elevate the fuel. Do not burn coal or other fuels. Minimize thermal stress by allowing the plates to adjust gradually during an initial break-in fire by following Steps 1-3 below .
21 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 A well-insulated home, located in a moderate climate and with the EWF30 Fireplace located centrally in an open floor plan, will be easier to heat than a drafty home in the far north in which the EWF30 is installed on an exterior wall at the end of a long house.
22 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Keep your EWF30 Fireplace Looking New and Working Its Best Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occa sio nal dus ting wit h a dry ra g wi ll k eep you r EWF30 fir epla ce look ing new . If the paint needs retouching, first allow the surface to cool completely .
23 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 1. Remove the existing fiberglass gasket by grasping an end and pulling firmly . 2. Use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gas- ket. 3. Apply a thin bead of fireplace cement to the newly- cleaned groove.
24 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 The prefabricated chimney used with your fireplace should be cleaned from above using an 8” round brush and the appropriate number of extension rods for com- plete access. The chimney cap first must be removed following the procedure recommended by the manufacturer .
25 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 U.S. Round T op T ermination T op used to terminate chimney at roof. (Flashing not included.) RL TSK8 Round T op T ermination - T op used to terminate chimney at chase.
26 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 EWF30 Fireplace CFM Specialty Home Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice.
27 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Ref. Description EWF30 EWF30 Fireplace (continued) 16. Grate, Flat/Wood 30002087 17. Firebrick, Split 1601 103 18. Bracket, Actuator 20008827 19. Brick Retainer 20008904 20. Brick Retainer 20008725 21. Door Gasket 1/2” Dia.
28 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 Optional Accessories Fan Kit FK26 Fan The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox tem- perature rises above and falls below a preset tempera- ture.
29 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 T rim Kits A choice of two decorative stell face plates with brick ledge for masonry applications (if needed) are available to enhance the look of your EWF30 fireplace. Installa- tion instructions are included with the kit.
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31 V er mont Castings EWF30 20008662 W arranty Limited 3 Y ear W arranty CFM Specialty Home Products warrants that this wood- burning fireplace will be free of defects in material and workmanship for.
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