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36 Elite Installation Manual
Wood-Burning
Zero-Clearance
Fireplace© 2010, Travis Industries
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
Mukilteo, WA 98275$10.0093508090

Tested and Listed by

OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Beaverton, Oregon
Report # 028-F-60-4
U.L. 127 & portions of 1482 & 907

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Introduction

Overview
This manual details the installation requirements for the 36 ELITE wood-burning fireplace. For
operating and maintenance instructions, refer to the 36 ELITE Owner's Manual (part # 93508091).

Listing Details
This appliance was listed by OMNI Test Labs to U.L. 127 and portions of U.L. 1482 and 907 –report number 028-F-60-4. The listing label is attached to the base of the fireplace and can beviewed by removing the faceplate (see Figure 1 below).

Fireplace Xtrordinair
LISTED FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACETESTED TO: UL-127
WARNING:• Operate with feed doors closed. Open to feed fire only.

SERIAL NO.

MODEL NO. 36 ELITEREPORT NO. 028-F-60-4• For use with solid fuel only.

2005
2006
2007

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Certified to comply with July, 1990 particulate emission standards.
This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor which needs periodic inspection and replacement for
proper operation. Consult the owner’s manual for further information. It is against the law to operate
this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in the owner’s manual or if thecatalytic element is deactivated or removed.
Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this product. This fireplace
has not been tested with an unvented gas log set. To reduce risk of fire or injury, do not install an
unvented gas log set into fireplace.

MANUFACTURE DATE:
Jan.
Apr.
Jul.
Feb.
May
Aug.
Mar.
Jun.
Sep.

Oct.
Nov.
Dec.

Manufactured by:
TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC.
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
Mukilteo, WA 98275
0260

DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL(IGN)

Figure 1

IAS (ICBO) Approval
This appliance was listed by OMNI Test Labs – IAS (ICBO) # TL-130.

EPA Approval
This appliance has been EPA Phase 2 certified (2.3 grams per hour).

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Introduction

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Finalizing the Installation

Overview ................................................................. 2
Listing Details.......................................................... 2

Safety Precautions
Installation Warnings ................................................ 4
Operating Warnings .................................................. 4

Features and Specifications
Installation Options................................................... 6
Heating Specifications .............................................. 6
Dimensions ............................................................. 6

Remove Set-Up Face............................................... 26
Prepare the Firebox .................................................. 27
Install the Faceplate Insulation .................................. 28
Faceplate Installation ............................................... 29
Switchplate Installation and Blower Check .................... 30
Door Installation ...................................................... 31
Single Door Installation .......................................... 31
Double Door Installation......................................... 31
Door Latch Adjustment .......................................... 31

Index
Index...................................................................... 32

Installation
Packing List............................................................. 6
Items Shipped with the Faceplate ............................... 6
Items Shipped with the Door(s)................................... 6
Installation Overview ................................................. 7
Recommended Order of Installation ............................ 7
Installation Requirements for Cold Environments .......... 8
Negative Pressure Warning ....................................... 9Fireplace Placement Requirements............................. 10
Minimum Framing Dimensions ................................10
Framing Dimensions at 45° ....................................10
Fireplace Placement ..............................................11
Clearances...........................................................12
Raised Fireplaces .................................................12
Cooling Vent Requirements ....................................... 13
Blower Requirements ................................................ 14
Blower Duct Routing ..............................................14
Blower Duct Connection .........................................15
Blower Electrical Connection ...................................15
Chimney Requirements............................................. 16
Approved Chimney ................................................16
Simpson Duravent Part Numbers ............................16
Chimney Installation – Simpson Duravent (preferred) .16
Chimney Installation – Non- Simpson Duravent .........17
Chimney Clearances to Combustibles......................18
Chimney Height ....................................................19Firestops .............................................................20
Offset Requirements (30° Elbows) ...........................20
Chimney Termination Requirements.........................21
Facing Requirements................................................ 22
Mantel Requirements ................................................ 24
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Safety Precautions

Installation Warnings•

Read this entire manual before installing the fireplace.

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Failure to install this fireplace in accordance with all local codes and the requirements listed inthis manual may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.

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Notify your insurance company before installing this fireplace.

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The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met
simultaneously. The order of installation is not rigid – the qualified installer should follow theprocedure best suited for the installation.

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Modifications of the fireplace (doors, blower, air inlet systems, damper control, or any othercomponent supplied by Travis Industries) or use of any component part not approved by Travis
Industries in combination with this fireplace system will void the listing and warranty.

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This fireplace is not approved for use in a mobile home.

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Travis Industries, Inc. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or
maintenance of your heater, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential
damage(s).

Operating Warnings
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WARNING: FIREPLACE SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY WITH DOORS FULLY OPEN OR
DOORS FULLY CLOSED. IF DOORS ARE LEFT PARTLY OPEN, GAS AND FLAME MAY BE
DRAWN OUT OF THE FIREPLACE OPENING, CREATING RISKS OF BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE.
Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal
When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine withexpelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively coolchimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the fluelining. When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire.
The chimney shall be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine
when a creosote buildup has occurred.
When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids
to start or ‘freshen up’ a fire in this fireplace. Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace
while it is in use.
Disposal of Ashes
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. These closed container ofashes 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 orotherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders
have thoroughly cooled.
Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this fireplace.
Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use only firelogs that have been evaluatedfor the application in fireplace and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging
prior to use. Do not use firelogs that contain anything other than wood.

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Installation Options
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Residential (not approved for HUD Mobile Homes)
Straight or Corner Placement
Flush or Recessed Face
Raised or Floor Placement

Raised or Floor Hearth
Internal or External Chase
3 Blower Duct Locations
2 Electrical Connection Locations

Heating Specifications
Approximate Heating Capacity (in square feet)*.............
Maximum Burning Time ................................................
BTU Output per Hour (Cord Wood Method .....................
*

1,200 to 2,500
Up to 10 Hours
10,300 to 66,000

Heating capacity will vary with floor plan, insulation, and outside temperature.

Dimensions
8' Blower Lead
See "Chimney
Requirements"

Weight: 590 Lbs.

11"

Cooling vents
have an external
diameter of 6"

20-1/2"
4"

8' Electrical
Input Lead
4"

36"

4"

28"

1/2"
Stand-offs
24"
1-1/2" Wide Nail
Down Flange41"

6-1/2"

7-5/8"

Optional Electrical
Conduit Exit Location
1"

3-1/4"

42"*

The set-up face shipped on the fireplace is36-1/8" wide and 28-1/16" tall (dimensions
shown are for the finished face)26"*
26-1/2"** Includes the 1/2"
stand-offs

6" Blower hook-ups are on both sides and on the bottom(centered 7-5/8" from the rear edge). Remove the coverplate to access the blower hook-up.
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Packing List
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Grate

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Baffle•Blower Assembly•

Ember Strip•

Log Retainer (includes hex wrench & instructions)•

Flex Duct w/ start collar – 3' Length, 6" Diameter (For Blower)•

Two 10' Flex Ducts, 6" Diameter (For Cooling Vents)•

Two Vent Hoods (For Cooling Vents)•

Two Vent Hood Storm Collars (For Cooling Vents)•

Faceplate Gasket

Items Shipped with the Faceplate•

Faceplate (two switch plate screws are attached)•

Switch Plate (includes blower rheostat)•

10 Faceplate Screws

Items Shipped with the Door(s)•Owner's Manual•

Installation Hardware Pack•

Pair of Gloves•

Efficiency and Registration Cards•

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Installation Overview•

All requirements below must be met.

See the section"Chimney Requirements"
See the section"Minimum
Clearances"

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See the section"Cooling Vent Requirements"

18" Min.

See the section"Mantel Requirements"
See the section"Facing Requirements"

See the section"Hearth Requirements"

Insulation must not fill the
spaces between the stand-offs

See the section"Blower Requirements"

See the section"Minimum Framing
Dimensions"Figure 3

Recommended Order of Installation•

Frame the opening for the fireplace. Make sure to allow for vent, blower, and cooling ventinstallation.

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Secure the fireplace to the floor.

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Install the vent, blower, cooling vents, and electrical hook-up.

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Complete the framing above the fireplace.

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Install the hearth.

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Install the facing.

••Install the mantel.
Finalize the installation (see the instructions starting on page 26).

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Installation Requirements for Cold Environments
If you live in the area depicted in black (see Figure 4), you must Install a cooling air “P” trap as detailed
below. In addition, make sure the homeowner follows the requirements shown below to help minimize
cold air being pulled into the fireplace when it is not in use.

Figure 4

Cooling Air “P” Trap
Min. 24"
Max. 48"

When installing the cold air ducts, makesure to include a “P” trap in the design(see the illustration to the right). This
helps slow cold air from circulating
through the cooling air chamber.

Min. 24"
Max. 48"

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Daily Requirements for Homeowners
Humidity
Make sure the humidistat is set correctly. The chart below details the correct setting for thetemperature you are experiencing outdoors.
Outdoor Temperature
Recommended Humidity
Controller Setting
°F
°C
-20
-10
0
+10
+20
>+20

-29
-23
-18
-12
-7
>-7

15
20
25
30
35
40

Note: If using a humidifier, let the homeowner know that it should be shut off or turned to a lower setting
to eliminate condensation.
Other Items•

Make sure the bypass is shut when the fireplace is not in use.

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Minimize the use of exhaust fans in the home when the fireplace is not in use.

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Negative Pressure Warning
The Fireplace Xtrordinair wood fireplace relies upon natural convection to supply cooling air to thefireplace. If installed into a house experiencing negative pressure, air may be pulled into the fireplace.
This leads to the face becoming cold while the fireplace is not in use, and in severe cases, air being pulled
into the room.

What Causes Negative Pressure
Today’s air-tight homes are not 100% air tight. If air leaks are found at the top of the home enclosure, air
may be pulled through the home due to convection (the warmer air moves upwards, leaving the home,causing air to be pulled into the home from different location). See Figure 6 below.
Air can be pulled down the
Recessed lighting in ceilings may allow air to infiltratechimney, into the firebox.

into the attic, leading to negative pressure.

Heated air, leaving the house in cracks

The cooling air* can be heated by thenear the ceiling contribute to negative

house, causing syphoning. This pulls

pressure.

cool air through the cooling channel,
leading to fireplace cooling.

*Cooling air is required by the fireplace
Driers or range fansto prevent overheating.

contribute to negative
pressure.
Negative pressure can cause air

Cracks near doors orAAAAwindows can contribute tonegative pressure.

to be pulled through the blower,
through the duct, through thefireplace convection channel andinto the house.

Figure 6

How to Measure Negative Pressure
Digital pascal meters (also called “pressure meters”, digital “manometers”) can measure negative pressure
readings inside a home. They typically cost around $600. They measure pascals (1 pascal is equal to.004” Water Column). Typical homes have 0 to -1 pascals. Homes with negative pressure have -2 or more
(we have measured homes with upwards of -8 pascals). We strongly recommend measuring the pressure
in homes suspected of encountering negative pressure. This allows the homeowner, and fireplaceinstaller, to view an objective measurement.

How to Remedy Negative Pressure
The only proven method to reduce negative pressure is to install an “air exchanger”. This device allows
outside air to enter the home after going through a “heat exchanger” to minimize cold infiltration.

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Fireplace Placement Requirements
Minimum Framing Dimensions
A firestop is required at the top of thefireplace enclosure or ceiling level(whichever is lower).
81" Min.
Min. 4-1/2"
The fireplace enclosure must be aminimum 81" tall (above the base of

We recommend installing thethe fireplace).

shaded framing members after• If the fireplace is raised, theinstalling the chimney. Arrange theenclosure height must be raised toframing members so there is not amaintain the 81".

vertical member directly in the centerof the opening where it would• Do not build into this area.
45-1/2"• Do not slope the walls inward.

interfere with pipe clearances.
Header(install vertically to ensure proper

26"

pipe to header clearance)

43"

Make sure to accommodate the blower (see thesection"Blower Requirements" for details).
Figure 7

Framing Dimensions at 45°

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Fireplace Placement•

The fireplace must be secured to the floor (use the lifting handle brackets - see Figure 9).

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The fireplace (andfirebox) must be madelevel and plumb during
installation. Use shims
under the fireplace toproperly level thefireplace.

Zero
ClearanceCan

FireboxWARNING:
Failure to correctly level and plumb
this fireplace will lead to doors thatswing open or closed.

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Lifting handles are available
separately (98500711). They
attach to the nail down brackets.

Travis Industries
recommends the chasearound the fireplace beinsulated. This insulation
should only be placed
between the framing
members and secured so
it does not fill the space
between the fireplace andstandoffs.

Standoffs (alsolocated on back)

Bend this bracket downon each side and nail itto the floor, securing thefireplace in position.
Figure 9•Fireplace must be placed directly on wood or non-combustible surface (not on linoleum or
carpet)•Fireplace must be installed on a level surface capable of supporting the fireplace and chimney•

Place the ember strip included with the fireplace below the front edge of the fireplace (seeFigure 10).

EMBER STRIPINSTRUCTIONSThe ember strip
insures no ember falls
between the fireplaceand hearth onto the
combustible floor.

Place this ember
strip under the frontof the fireplace andthe back edge of thehearth.

NOTE: On the 36 Elite,
the ember strip willneed to be shortened.
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Clearances•

The fireplace uses 1/2" standoffs on the back and sides and 4" stand-offs on the top to space
the fireplace away from framing members or walls. These stand-offs may contact the framing
members or walls but do not place insulation or other material in the space between the standoffs and fireplace.

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When installed, walls in front of the fireplace must be a minimum 18" to the side of the
faceplate (15-1/2” from the side of the fireplace). See Figure 3 on page 7.

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Fireplace should be located such that no doors, drapes, furniture or other combustibles can beplaced close or swing closer than the minimum 36" clearance. Due to the high heat output of
this fireplace, choose a location away from high traffic areas.

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Fireplace must be placed so the vents below and above the glass do not become blocked.

Raised Fireplaces•

If the fireplace is raised, the fireplace enclosure must be raised as well (minimum 81” enclosureheight from base of fireplace see Figure 7).

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The fireplace (and hearth, if desired) may be placed on a platform designed to support the
fireplace and vent (approximately 600 lbs.). See Figure 11.

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Minimum 1" cement board

Faceplate

Fireplace

Tile ormarbleNo combustible material
permitted above this point

Fireplace

Elevated hearths must be
constructed of non-combustible
materials such as cement blocks(6-1/2” Max.).

Tile ormarble2 x 4 Framing

Ember
Strip

Header height willneed to be increased
this dimension.

3/4"
Plywood

15"
Raisedhearth

Ember
Strip

Header height needs to be
increased this dimension.

3/4"
Plywood

15"
Raisedhearth2 x 8 Framing

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Cooling Vent Requirements
WARNING: The cooling vents provide cooling air for the fireplace and chimney system. Failure
to correctly install the cooling vents will lead to an extremely dangerous installation andpossibly a fire.
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The two cooling vents must be installed so as to route air from the outside to the two startercollars on the top rear corners of the fireplace. Secure the vents to the collars using hightemperature aluminum tape and/or sheet metal screws.

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A maximum of two 90° bends may be used on each vent. However, if a 180° bend is placed
directly above the starter collar, one additional 90° bend may be used (see Figure 12).

•The maximum distance for the cooling ducts is listed below:
When the vertical rise is between:

The maximum horizontal run may be:

6' and 10' (max)5'3' and 6'

15'

1' and 3'

20'

0' and 1'

25'•

Included with the fireplace are two 12' lengths of vent, use a connector and seal if adding morelength•The duct terminations must be located so they can not be blocked (e.g. snow drifts)•

Included with thefireplace is a set ofstorm collars and venthoods. Place thecollars around the venton the exterior andattach with screws or
caulking to seal thewall from the vent
penetration. Place thehood, with open
portion facing down,over the cooling ventsand secure.

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The cooling air duct
terminations may beinstalled to draw airfrom a ventilated crawl
space or attic if
approved by local
building codes. NOTE:
certain codes require afire curtain damper inthese cases.

Cooling ventterminations mustterminate aminimum of 10'
away from thechimneytermination.

Air exits out of the outer
liner of the chimney.
Horizontal
Run

Cooling
Air
VerticalRise
Horizontal
Run

Vertical
Rise

VerticalRise

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Horizontal
Run

Horizontal
Run

Crawl Space –See information to the left on
crawl spaces or attics.

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Blower Requirements
The required blower pushes air through blower duct to the fireplace, where it is heated anddistributed into the room.

Blower Duct Routing•

The blower must be located to draw air from the exterior of the home, producing positive
pressure inside the home and providing outside air for the combustion chamber (see Figure 13).

External Blower

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Exterior

Exterior Wall

Fireplace

Interior of Home

Figure 13•

The maximum length for 6" diameter blower duct is 15' (use the included duct & start collar).

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The maximum length for 8" diameter blower duct is 25' (use two 6" to 8" adapters).

NOTE: The shorter the blower duct, the greater
the air flow.
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A maximum of two 90° bends may be used.

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The blower, if located on an external wall,
must be weatherproofed (see Figure 14).
Remove the blower cover and install theblower. Apply caulk around the perimeter ofthe blower housing where it contacts theexternal wall and vapor barrier (apply
sparingly). Replace the blower cover.

Caulk around all
four sides of theblower housing

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The blower may be installed to draw air froma crawl space or attic if approved by local
building codes (see Figure 15). NOTE:
certain codes require a fire curtain in thesecases.

•Do not draw air from confined areas or froma garage or area containing fumes or
emissions. The blower inlet must be aminimum 36" below any exhaust vent.

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The blower may be placedin a ventilated crawl space(if approved by the local
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Blower Duct Connection•

Connect the blower duct to the right, left, or bottom of the fireplace. Each location is sealedwith a cover plate. If using the bottom location, remove the 8-1/2" by 6-1/4" air deflector
directly above the cover plate and attach the duct to the 6" hole above the deflector. Insert
the starter section into the blower hook-up hole and bend the locking tabs outwards, locking thestarter section in place (see Figure 16).
TOP
VIEW

11-3/8"Ring forduct

Height: 13"
Width: 11-3/8"
Depth: 11-1/2”

FRAMINGDIMENSIONS:

6"
Hole for
ConduitSnap conduit
connector into thehole in the top of
the blower housing.

1-1/2”
Wire
Plugs
Conduit Cover Plate(On both sides)

Locking Tabs
Start Collar
BlowerHousing

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13"6" Blower
Hook-UpIntake grill
must beaccessible.

Flex Duct

Power Source(120 Volt A.C.)

Min. 4"
11 1/2"

Figure 16•

Use duct tape and/or screws to attach the flex duct to the starter collar and blower box.

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The blower utilizes a filter that requires periodic cleaning (see Figure 17). Show thehomeowner the blower location and inform them of the need to clean periodically.
Filter Screen

FilterIntake Grill

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Remove the fourscrews that go into
these holes.

1/4" Nutdriver

BlowerHousing

Shake the filter to remove any
dirt that may have accumulated.

Figure 17

Blower Electrical Connection•

Connect the electrical supply lead conduit to a 120 Volt, 60 Hz (2 Amp) electrical supply. Usea junction box to protect the electrical connection (see Figure 16).

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Connect the blower conduit to the blower box by attaching the two molex connectors together.
Insert the molex connectors into the blower box. Then attach the conduit to the blower box byinserting it into the top until it snaps in place (see Figure 16).

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Do not run either conduit over the top of the fireplace or within 2" of the chimney•

If the blower or power supply is located to the left, the electrical conduit(s) may be directed to
the left side of the fireplace. To do this, remove the conduit cover plate on both sides of thefireplace. Feed the conduit(s) through the hole on the right side and out the left side (removing
the cover allows the conduit to be fed through without kinking). Switch the cover plates byattaching the right cover plate to the left side and vice-versa.

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Chimney Requirements
Approved Chimney•

Use one of the following brands and series of chimney:- Simpson Duravent 8” x 12” (preferred – sold through Travis Ind. – see part numbers below)- Temco 82- Firecraft FTF8 (Superior TF8)
- FMI 8DM
- Marco 8D•

The entire chimney system must be installed to meet all local requiments as well as thoserequirements 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, etc... may be required as part of thechimney system. The manufacturer's installation instructions, which are reviewed by the listing
agency, specifies when and where each of these components must be used. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the use of flashing and an adjustable storm collar at the roof line
to prevent water from entering the house. Manufacturers require that chimneys extending
beyond a certain height above the roof (frequently above 5') must be braced.

Simpson Duravent Part Numbers (available through Travis Ind.)
Chimney Components

Part #Starter Collar (REQUIRED)
48” Chimney Section
36" Chimney Section
24" Chimney Section
18" Chimney Section
12" Chimney Section
30° Offsets / Elbows (Qty 2)
Firestop (90°)
Firestop (30° - for angled sections)
Storm Collar
Round Termination Cap
Flashing 0-6/12 (for flat roofs up to 6/12 pitch - 26.5°)
Flashing 7-12/12 (for roofs 6/12 pitch to 12/12 – 26.5° to 45°)

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Chimney Installation – Simpson Duravent (preferred)•

Simpson Duravent chimney requires a starter collar. Attach the starter collar to the top of thefireplace with four sheet-metal screws (see Figure 18). If the inner pipe is too tight, use acrimping tool to adjust pipe diameter (see Figure 19). Seal the outer sections of pipe with hightemperature silicone.
Simpson Duravent Starter Collar

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NOTE: If the inner liner is too tight, use acrimping tool to reduce the diameter.
Use high-temperature silicone to

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Chimney Installation – Non- Simpson Duravent•

Secure the inner and outer chimney liner to the fireplace (see Figure 20).
The three brackets secure the outerchimney liner to the top of the fireplace.
Position the brackets to the appropriate
position before securing.

Outer Pipe Brackets

Inner Liner(ledge along inside accepts
various chimney pipe sizes)

Connect the inner chimney liner tofireplace flue with three sheet metalscrews.

Use sheet metal screws to attach
the brackets to the fireplace andchimney liner.

Figure 20•

When attaching the chimney to the fireplace, first slide down the inner liner of the chimney
pipe into the inner liner of the fireplace. Certain brands of chimney pipe will stop at the ledge,
while others will insert beyond the ledge. When the chimney pipe is fully seated and aligned,
secure the fireplace to the chimney pipe with three sheet metal screws. Install the outerchimney liner. Once it is properly aligned, secure using three sheet metal screws. Seal theouter chimney liner with high-temperature silicone.

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Chimney Clearances to Combustibles
WARNING:

Follow the clearances listed below - do not follow the clearances listed in thechimney instructions•

Maintain a 2" clearance from the chimney to combustibles (measured horizontally). See
Figure 21.

•

Use offsets, if necessary, to maintain clearances•

In the area above the fireplace before the chimney penetrates the ceiling (use a firestop), thechimney must maintain the clearances listed below:-- 5" to the rear of the chimney-- 4-1/2" to the front of the chimney
Min. Clearance 2" (from thisFirestoppoint upwards)

Min. 2" clearance tothe sides with offsets
Min. 4-1/2" clearance
to the front.
Min. 5" clearance
to the rear.

The fireplace enclosure must not beless than 81" above the base of thefireplace.
• If the fireplace is raised, theenclosure height must be raised tomaintain the 81".
• Do not build into this area.
• Do not slope the walls inward.

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Chimney Height••

Minimum 15'
system height(measured from thebase of thefireplace)

2' Min.
Rain Cap10'

3' Min.
Storm Collar
Flashing

Maximum 35'
system height(measured from thebase of thefireplace)

NOTE: In someproblematic situations,additional chimneyheight above thespecified minimum
may be necessary to
reduce wind-induced
down drafting and backpuffing, or to increasedraft, thereby improving
fireplace operating
characteristics.

Attic Firestop (with insulation shield)

Chimney must be totallyenclosed when passing
through living space with aminimum 2" clearance to
combustibles.

2" Min. Air
Space toCombustibles

System Height
35' Max.
15' Min.

Firestop Between Floor Levels

Cooling
Vent

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Offset Requirements (30° Elbows)•

Offsets (using a pair of 30° elbows) may be used toredirect the chimney. Typically this is done to avoid
structures, align the pipe with framing, or to gain
clearance to combustibles (see Figure 24).

•

A maximum four 30° elbows may be used.

•

Each elbow must be used in conjunction with areturn elbow (so the chimney returns to a verticaldirection)•

If using a single offset (two 30° elbows) a maximumof 8' of inclined chimney may be used between
elbows.

•If using two offsets (four 30° elbows) a maximum of 4'
of inclined chimney may be used between each setof elbows.

•

For every 6' of inclined chimney a flue support isrequired•

Elbows may be used directly off the top of thefireplace (maintain a 5" clearance to combustibles
on the back wall, 4 1/2" minimum on the front walland header, and 2" minimum to the side walls)

Firestop

Chimney must be totallyenclosed when passing
through living space with aminimum 2" clearance to
combustibles.

Firestop

Firestops
Cooling Vents

WARNING: Many firestops are designed for a 1"
clearance, this fireplace requires a 2"
clearance.

4' Max.

•Whenever the chimney penetrates a floor or ceilinga firestop is required on the bottom side of the floor
joists (see Figure 23).

•

When passing through an attic the firestop must beplaced 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 frames that hold the firestop inplace should be measured as follows:-- Simpson Duravent – 16”-- Temco
16"-- Firecraft 16 1/2"-- FMI
16 1/2"-- Marco
16 1/2"Space
betweenframes

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Max. of 30
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Chimney Termination Requirements•

The chimney must terminate a minimum 3' above the roof and 2' above any portion within 10'(measured horizontally – see Figure 25). This applies to flat and sloped roofs.

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The chimney must have a chimney cap. A spark arrestor may be required in your area (checkwith the local building department).

•

When using a chase to enclose a chimney, the chimney termination is not required to be 3'
above the chase as long as the chase is above the roof structure. The chimney cap must still
maintain the 2, 3, 10 clearance to any other structure. See the illustration below.

•

Chimneys extending beyond a certain height (frequently 5') above the roof may require braces(check the instructions included with the chimney for details)
Slanted Roofs
Chimney must
extend 3'
above the roof

Flat Roofs

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Chimney must extend 2'
above any portion of the roof
within 10' of the chimney

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Chimney must extend 2'
above any portion of the roof
within 10' of the chimney

Chimney must
extend 3'
above the roof

Chase Installations

6” Min.

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Cap
Storm Collar
Drip Collar (seal around edges)
Sheet Metal Chase Top
Chimney Pipe
Chase

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Facing Requirements
NOTE: Artisan faces vary in size. If the facing is over 1” thick (brick, river-rock, etc.) use theartisan face to create a template.
•

The fireplace is shipped with a set-up face that is 1/8" taller and wider than the finishedfaceplate. This creates a 1/16” gap around the perimeter of the face when the finished face isinstalled. Leave the set-up face in place to act as a template when installing the facing.

•

The fireplace requires 1/2" thick concrete-board or other non-combustible to extend from theheader to the base of the fireplace and to the framing members on both sides (do not use
sheetrock or drywall). See Figure 26.

•

The non-combustible facing must extend a minimum of 12" above and 2-1/2" to each side of
the faceplate.

•

The non-combustible facing must be a minimum 1" thick•

Attach the cement board to the front of the fireplace with screws. Do not penetrate thefireplace more than 3/4”.

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Cement-board must
extend from the header
to the floor and to theframing members on
both sides.

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FacingKeep the set-up faceon the fireplace when
installing the facing.

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Facing Requirements (continued)•

Facing may be installed so it inserts behind the faceplate (see Figure 27). . NOTE: thefaceplate protrudes 1" from the front of the fireplace, has a 1/8" overlap on the sides, and 1/4"
overlap on top.

•

The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing. If it
does, it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements listed in this manual.

•

To achieve a facing that is flush with the drywall to the side of the fireplace, recess the framing
directly next to the fireplace (see Figure 27).

TOP VIEW

Overlapped Facing(cross section of fireplace, framing, and face)

Nail Down Flange(used to secure thefireplace to the framing)
Fireplace

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1/2" Drywall

Fireplace

1-1/2"
1/2"
1"

Framing

Faceplate1/2" Concrete Board

1/8" (1/4" overalap on
top, 0" on bottom)

3/8" Tile

Flush Facing

Brick Facing

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1/2" Drywall

3/8" Tile

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Fireplace

1/2" Drywall

Brick

1/2" Concrete Board

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Mantel Requirements•

The optional mantel must be a minimum 23" above the top of the faceplate (57-1/2" above thebase). See Figure 28.

•

The mantel must not extend more than 8-1/2" in front of the faceplate.

•

Mantel side columns that extend more than 3/4" beyond the faceplate must maintain an 18"
clearance to the faceplate.

•

Collinswood® makes a mantel specifically designed for the Fireplace Xtrordinair 36 Elite-ZC.
This mantel has been listed with this appliance as a component of this appliance and is not
subject to the above mantel requirements. NOTE: do not cut the mantel to reduce its
clearance to the fireplace - the base of the mantel must be at the same height as the base of
the fireplace. The above requirements apply to all other site-built or pre-manufactured
mantels.

23"
57-1/2"
Minimum
MantelClearance

8" Min.

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Minimum
HearthWidth = 52"

20" (18" insome cases)
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Hearth Requirements•

Local building codes may require a minimum hearth requirement different of what this manualstates•Hearth must extend 20" in front of the faceplate when it is not elevated (see local building
codes). Hearths raised 6-1/2" must extend a minimum 18".

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Hearth must extend a minimum 8" to both sides of the faceplate (52" wide)•

Hearth must be a minimum 1" thick of cement board (or equivalent)•Hearth must not rise more than 6-1/2" above the base of the fireplaceAA
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Faceplate

Fireplace

Tile ormarbleNo combustible material
permitted above this point

Header height willneed to be increased
this dimension.

3/4"
Plywood

15"
Raisedhearth

Ember
Strip

No hearth material cango above this point

3/4"
Plywood

Faceplate18" Min.
(Check Local Building Codes)

Fireplace

Combustible Floor

20" Min.
(Check Local Building Codes)

6 1/2"
Max.

Ember
Strip

Header height needs to be
increased this dimension.

15"
Raisedhearth2 x 8 Framing

Faceplate
Fireplace

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Tile ormarble2 x 4 Framing

Ember
Strip

Fireplace

Elevated hearths must be
constructed of non-combustible
materials such as cement blocks(6-1/2” Max.).

Combustible
Floor

Ember
Strip

Min. 1" cement board(or equivalent)

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Finalizing the Installation
ACID WASH WARNING Before installing the faceplate, make sure any masonry that has beentreated with acid wash has been properly neutralized (this is used primarily with brick faces). Acid
wash (muriatic acid) is used to remove excess mortar. If not properly neutralized with an ammonia
solution, the gold face may develop a permanent tarnish when the acid evaporates over time.
WOOD SCRAP WARNING Never burn wood scraps in the fireplace. Treated wood breaks down the
catalyst inside the fireplace, decreasing efficiency and increasing emissions.

Remove Set-Up Face•

Remove the set-up face using a phillips screwdriver (see Figure 30).

Use a phillips screwdriver to remove
the 10 screws holding the set-up
face in place.

Phillips
Screwdriver
Figure 30•

Make sure the insulation between the firebox and fireplace can is still in place (see Figure 31).

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Zero Clearance Can

Firebox

Before putting on the faceplate, makesure the insulation is in place and forms
a barrier between the firebox and thezero-clearance can. Check both sides
and above the firebox.

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Prepare the Firebox•

Make sure the firebrick is properly in place (see Figure 32).

•

Install the log retainer using the included 1/8" allen wrench.

•Install the baffle, grate, and log retainer.
Place the baffle on the brackets at
the rear of the firebox (the bend
goes upwards).

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firebrick is against the wall.

Place the grate in the centerof the firebox.
Place the log retainer into theholders. Tighten down the set
screws in the holder with theincluded 1/2" allen wrench.
1/8" Allen
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Install the Faceplate Insulation
Attach the faceplate insulation (included with the fireplace) to the back of the face (see theillustrations below).

Peel the backing off the double-backed tape on the top(arched) piece of gasket. Make sure to leave the tapeattached to the gasket (use a knife if necessary).

Attach the side gaskets in the same fashion, making surethe holes in the gasket line up with the holes on the face.

On the 36 you will need to trim the excess
gasket on the upper corners (the 44 does not
require trimming).

Attach the lower gasket in thesame fashion, making sure theholes in the gasket line up withthe holes on the face.

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Attach the gasket onto the back of the face (note how the holeson the gasket line up with the holes on the face). The 36 is
pictured – the 44 installs in a similar fashion.

On the 36 you willneed to trim theexcess gasket on thelower corners (the 44
does not require
trimming).

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Faceplate Installation•

The faceplate is packaged with faceplate attachment screws. Use a phillips screwdriver toattach the faceplate (see Figure 33).

•

NOTE: do not pinch any of the wires in the lower right between the faceplate and the fireplace.
10 faceplateattachment screws
come included withthe faceplate.

Faceplate

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Phillips
Screwdriver

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Switchplate Installation and Blower Check•

Attach the two male quick-connects from the switch plate to the two female quick-connects
leading from the fireplace (see Figure 34). If the optional summer fan switch is being used,connect the other two quick connects, otherwise tuck the two male quick-connects leading fromthe fireplace into the cavity behind the faceplate. Attach the switch plate to the faceplateusing a standard screwdriver (NOTE: the attachment screws are threaded into the faceplate).
Attach the two male quick-connects from theswitch plate to the two female quickconnects leading from the fireplace.
Lower Rightof Faceplate
Use a standard
screwdriver to attach
the switch plate

These male quick-connects are for the summer fan switch(connect them together to test if the blower operates).
Figure 34•

Test the blower circuit by following the directions in Figure 35.

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Remove the rightforward side brick.

Depress thedoor switch.

c

Use a propane torch orother heat source to heat
the area at the center ofthis plate. The blower, if
connected properly,
should start within 30 to 60
seconds.
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Door Installation
Use a 1/2" wrench to remove
this bolt (you may need to use
a 9/16" wrench to hold thesquare nut on the back side).

Insert the cover plate through the obround hole and tighten inplace with the two nuts and washers (use a 3/8" nutdriver.)

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3/8" Nutdriver

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1/2" WrenchSingle Door Installation

Align the door so the hinge
pins insert into the door

Place the two hinge caps
over the hinge pins on theleft side.
Hinge
Cap

Door

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Hinge
pin

Figure 36

Double Door Installation
98500455, 98500456

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Slide the doors into place.

Check the position of thedoors for horizontalalignment (thedoors in this picture
are out ofalignment).

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Door

Add washers to
the hinge pins
to make thedoors alignhorizontally.
Hinge
pin

Door Latch Adjustment

Latch

Door Latch Adjustment
The door latch is adjusted by moving washers fromone side of the latch to the other (removing outer

Adjust the door latch, if
necessary to make a snug
fit between the door gasket
and the fireplace.
Adjustments are made to
the door latch by moving
the washers from eitherside of the door latch andtightening the inner nut
against the outer nut.

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washers makes it tighter). Tighten the outer nut
against the inner nut to secure the latch.
NOTE: The outer washer(s) must be slightly loose
to allow the door handle to turn.
Threaded portionof handle
Inner Nut

9/16" Wrench

Inner
Washer(s)AA

Door Gasket

Outer
Nut

Door

Door
HandleOuter
Washer(s)Door Latch Rod(not used on
single doors)

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Index

Approved Chimney .............................................16

Install the Faceplate Insulation ............................ 28

Blower Duct Connection.......................................15

Installation Options ............................................ 6

Blower Duct Routing............................................14

Installation Overview........................................... 7

Blower Electrical Connection.................................15

Installation Requirements for Cold Environments.... 8

Blower ..............................................................14

Installation Warnings .......................................... 4

Chimney Clearances to Combustibles ...................18

Items Shipped with the Door(s) ............................ 6

Chimney Height .................................................19

Items Shipped with the Faceplate ......................... 6

Chimney Installation ...........................................16

Listing Details ................................................... 2

Chimney Requirements .......................................16

Mantel Requirements.......................................... 24

Chimney Termination Requirements ......................21

Minimum Framing Dimensions ............................. 10

Simpson Duravent Part Numbers..........................16

Negative Pressure Warning ................................. 9

Clearances ........................................................12

Offset Requirements (30° Elbows) ........................ 20

Cooling Vent ......................................................13

Operating Warnings............................................ 4

Dimensions .......................................................6

Overview........................................................... 2

Door Installation .................................................31

Packing List ...................................................... 6

Door Latch Adjustment........................................31

Prepare the Firebox ............................................ 27

Double Door Installation ......................................31

Raised Fireplaces .............................................. 12

Faceplate Installation ..........................................29

Recommended Order of Installation...................... 7

Facing Requirements ..........................................22

Remove Set-Up Face......................................... 26

Fireplace Placement Requirements .......................10Single Door Installation ....................................... 31

Fireplace Placement ...........................................11

Switchplate Installation and Blower Check .............. 30

Firestops...........................................................20
Framing Dimensions at 45°..................................10
Hearth Requirements ..........................................25
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