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Home My WebLink AboutFireplace Insert 2012 Field Inspection Notice Town of Montville Building Department 860-848-3030 Ext. 382 Address: 135 Pruett Place Job Description: Wood Burning Fireplace Insert Permit Number(s) B2012-0449 Permit Date: October 26,2012 Not Approved Approval INSPECTION Date: Deficiencies Special Date Conditions Clearances 11/13/12 DJ Insert • • 11/13/12 DJ Final inspection and • • certificate of approval 11/13/12 DJ Rev.Date: 1/18/06 Page 1 of 1 TOWN OF MONTVILLE Building Department 310 NORWICH-NEW LONDON TURNPIKE UNCASVILLE, CT 06382-2599 TEL. (860)848-3030 X382 FAX. (860) 848-7231 BUILDING PERMIT Permit Number: 82012-0449 Date: 26-Oct-12 Map/Lot: 111/023-000 Owner ID: 5719000 Project Location: 135 PRUETT PLACE Unit: Job Description: Install Woodbuming Fireplace Insert Owner Nam Richard J.Scott III&Kathy Scott Tenant Name N/A Careof: 135 Pruett Place Oakdale CT 06370- Telephone: (860)395-9193 Contractor Nam Fireside Supply Inc. Telephone: (860)228-1383 DBA: Lic/Reg Type HIC Lic/Reg No 558849 33 East Street Exp Date: 30-Nov-12 Hebron CT 06248- Construction Value Permit Fees Construction Information Building Value: $4,122.00 Building Fee: $60.00 Use Group: IRC Plumbing Value: $0.00 Plumbing Fee: $0.00 Code: 2005 State Building Code Mechanical Valu $0.00 Mechanical Fee $0.00 Electrical Value: $0.00 Electrical Fee: $0.00 Construction Type IRC Total Value: $4,122.00 Penalty Fee: $0.00 Permit Code: R4 C of 0 Fee: $0.00 Comment Plan Review Fe $0.00 State Ed Fee: $1.07 Total Fee Paid: $61.07 It shall be the owners repsonsibility to schedule the following inspections a minimum of 2 business days in advance: Field set of approved construction documents shall be available onsite during all inspections. BUILDING PERMIT INSPECTIONS PLUMBING,MECHANICAL,ELECTRICAL PERMIT INSPECTIONS ❑ Footing-Prior to pouring concrete ❑ R Plumbing and leak test ❑ Deck Piers ❑ R Electrical ❑ Backfill-Footing drains and waterproofing ❑ Elec Trench-with conduit installed ❑ Concrete Slab-Prior to pouring concrete ❑ Pool Bonding ❑ Anchor Bolts-with sill plate and prior to floor framin ❑ Electrical Service CRS No: 0 E Framing ❑ R HVAC ❑ Masonry Fireplace Throat or Chimney Thimble ❑ Gas Piping and leak test ❑ Fireblocking Draftstopping INSPECTIO REQUIRED UPON COMPLETION ❑ Insulation u .- .icate of •proval oilrifi • - of Occupancy Building Official's Approval: . 1 Town of Montville Building Department 310 Norwich-New London Tpke. Tel. 860-848-3030, Ext 382 Uncasville, CT 06382 Fax. 860-848-7231 RESIDENTIAL PERMIT APPLICATION FORMPermit No.: �f . Type of Work Occupancy Type Permit Type ❑ New Construction ❑Single Family ❑Building ❑Addition ❑Two-Family ❑Plumbing ❑Alteration ❑Townhouse ❑Mechanical ❑Accessory Structure ❑Electrical CRS#: Property Address: C eri,--& 4-4- Ate (Number) (Street) (Unit) Job Description: �fc ce_o „.14—SA— rV\t Owner: Or+ �. � , d- V J Address: t 1,j ��`L e`e 4— < City: O State: C- Zip Code: 6 G S 1 a Telephone(f`y ) 3"� 5'/ 73 Applicant: DBA: Address: City. State: Zip Code: Telephone( ) Contractors - Complete the Following: License Type: License No.: Expiration Date: I hereby certify that the proposed work will conform to the State Building Code and all other codes as adopted by the State of Connecticut and the Town of Montville and further attest that the proposed work is authorized by the owner in fee and that I am authorized to make application for a permit for such work as described above. ey checking this box, I will follow the requirements of the 2005 NEC as the alternative compliance per section E3301.2.1 of the Residential Code, // —instead of the electrical requirements in chapters 33 through 42 of the Residential Code. Owner/Agent Signature: Date: i(Vt..z// 1--- Construction Value Permit Fees Building Value: Building Fee: Plumbing Value: Plumbing Fee: Mechanical Value: Mechanical Fee: Electrical Value: Electrical Fee: Total Value: Penalty Fee: C of 0 Fee: Plan Review Fee: State Ed Fee: Total Fee: Revise&August 23,2007 Town of Montville Building Department File Receipt Date: 23-Oct-12 ReceiptNo: 7873 Received From: Richard Scott Job Address: 135 Pruett Place Town Fees Collected State of Connecticut Fees Collected Bldg Cash: $0.00 State Cash: $0.00 Bldg Check: $61.07 State Check: $1.07 Bldg Credit: $0.00 State Credit: $0.00 Fire Cash: $0.00 Fire Check: $0.00 Fire Credit: $0.00 Construction Value: $4,122.00 Demolition Value: $0.00 CheckNo: 5877 Received By: Carmen Kneeland 06A k a4� fi Address: 135 Pruett Place ITEM QTY $/UNIT TOTAL Building Plumbing Mechanical Electrical BUILDING AREA Basement,Finished SF $ 41.96 $ - $ _ Interior Renovations SF $ 36.09 $ - $ - $ _ AMENITIES Kitchen EA $ $ _ $ Full Bathroom EA $ - $ - Half-Bathroom EA $ $ - - GARAGE Detached SF $ 71.53 $ - $ _ MECHANICAL Warm-Air n Y/N $ Hot Water n Y/N $ - Electric n Y/N $ - Air Conditioning n Y/N $ - ELECTRICAL SERVICE Upgrade Amps $ - Subpanel EA $ 699.00 $ _ Gen Set Fes, $ 3,850.00 $ _ SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES Prefab Metal Fireplace BA $ 6,497.70 $ - Masonry w/1 fireplace EA $ 7,096.65 $ - Masonry w/2 fireplaces EA $ 11,095.70 $ - Wood Stove,free standing EA $ 2,692.25 $ - Wood stove insert EA $ 1,859.77 $ - DECKS,PORCHES,SUNROOMS Deck SF $ 44.07 $ - Porch - SF $ 149.38 $ - Sunroom SF $ 176.90 $ - $ _ POOLS&HOT TUBS Hot Tub EA $ 8,016.25 $ - $ _ Inground Pool EA $ 31,550.00 $ - $ _ Above Ground Round EA $ 6,299.46 $ - $ - Above Ground Oval - EA $ 7,019.75 $ - $ _ Pool Heater - EA $ 8,984.25 $ - $ _ Inflatable Type Pool EA $ 1,200.00 $ - $ _ SHEDS w/o electrical SF $ 25.55 $ - w/electrical SF $ 26.85 $ - $ _ RENOVATIONS Roofing,Overlay SF $ 3.50 $ - Roofing,Strip&reroof SF $ 4.50 $ - Roof Sheathing - SF $ 1.51 $ - Siding - SF $ 6.75 $ - Windows - EA $ 550.00 $ - Skylights EA $ 1,051.10 $ - Doors,Exterior EA $ 601.50 $ - Oil Tank,275 Gallon - EA $ - Oil Tank,550 Gallon EA $ - MISCELLANEOUS CALCULATIONS $ 4,122.00 TOTALS $ 4,122.00 $ - $ - $ _ PERMIT FEE CALCULATIONS Construction Value Fee Building $ 4,122.00 $ 60.00 Plumbing y $ - $ Mechanical y $ - $ Electrical y $ - $ Working before Permit Issuance n $ Certificate of Occupancy Fee $ _ Plan Review Fee $ State Education Fee $ 1.07 TOTALS $ 4,122.00 $ 61.07 Figures are based on the 2006 RS Means Residential Cost Data Fireside Supply, Inc. 33 East St Hebron CT 06248 Phone 860-228-1383 Fax 860-228-3044 www.tiresidesupply.net Date: /C) / L— Street Address 1 -f Town d A 1<-19.4..,10 Zip Code O Cs37 Home Phone fi 6 a- LWtCWF- Yf f/ A__i-j c 1 --- has been authorized to apply for a permit(s) for Fireside Supply, Inc., to perform work at the above address and use our Home Improvement registration and Heating, Piping& Cooling registration numbers as required by law to obtain said permit. Scheduling of Final Inspection with the Building Department is the RESPONSIBILTY of the HOMEOWNER. ilk Irr i"Ilikra....1-----) 4114 ...c.1 Vii,. -------..) John T. .:..: o' Owner • - '• Supply, Inc. STATE OF CONNEC`T'ICUT STATE OF C- ONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER PROTECTIO.\ HuME IMPR.OVEMEI T CONTRACTOR pH,IR T.11E.v T OF CONS( .1/1:'X PR077.'C'TIO A FIRESIDE SUPPLY INC HEATING,PIPING&COOLING LIMITED CONTRACTOR 33 B EAST ST JOHN TARQUINIO ITEBRON,.0 I 06248 FIRESIDE SUPPLY INC 44 EAST ST ! FIRESIDE,ii PLY INC HEBRON,CT 06248-1308 LIC./REG 111111 EFFECTIVE' EXPIRES f , 2 n it I 11/30/2012 LIC./RE NO. EFFECTIVE I EXPIRES �� - HT H 1 09/01/2012 i 08/31/2013 SR ED SIGN 6 A�,�- �' ,State of Connecticut N ) ''' ". C7A Workers' Compensation Commission =tr'%% Please TYPE or PRINT IN INK Proof of Workers' Compensation Coverage when Applying for a Building Permit for the Sole Proprietor or Property Owner who WILL NOT act as General Contractor or Principal Employer APPLICANT FOR BUILDING PERMIT Name ofApplicant for Binding Permit. (Z,� r__ S ms.µ' Property located at 13 5 Pr to c 4 0ace in the City/Town of CDGl`�r 4� .-Y O L/J 7C) ATTEST If you are the owner of the above-named property or the sole proprietor of a business doing work on the site of the construction project at the above-named property and you WILL NOT act as the general contractor or principal employer,you are not required to have workers'compensation insurance coverage. CHECK ONE(1) BOX ONLY and complete the following: 4 ❑ I am the OWNER of the above-named property.I WILL NOT ad as the general contractor or principal employer. i Signature of OWNERApp[irarrt J��- ----. ❑ I am the SOLE PROPRIETOR of a business doing work at the above-named property.I WILL NOT ad es the general contactor or principal employer. Name of Business Federal Employer IDI#(FEIN) Signahue of SOLE PROPRIETOR Appbmvd Town of Montville Building Department CONSTRUCTION PERMIT APPROVAL Applicant is responsible for obtaining all of the required approvals. No •ermit will be issued until all the re.uired si•natures are obtained. t35 Inr - 1 PIC& *_ Property Address WOO b`kr-n; knC Rryvace nsex 4— JobjUescription Required Department Permit Issuance Approval Approval ■ J Tax Collector 6C(i4-Ylla ` u..L) 10 1D-N3, �Z Signature/date Comments: l Planning & Zoning ( /fo / /0i e yli Signature/date Comments: , I Fire Marshal (C I 2_2- `t q i Signature/date Comments: L.•L�L-= ❑ Health Department Required for properties with private septic or well Comments: • Li WPCA, Administrative Required for properties on sewer Signature/date Comments: [ WPCA, Operations When Required by WPCA Signature/date Comments: n Department of Public Works Required when project includes driveway work or certain drainage requirements Signature/date Comments: n Montville Police Department Required for all permits EXCEPT one and two family residential Signature/date Comments: U State Dept. of Transportation Required for Structures over 100,000 sq,ft.or with more than 200 parking spaces-Official copy of STC Certificate of Operation required—per CGS 14-311 Signature/date Building Department Review Complete Signature/date Revised May 23,2011 OA k this s%• "`' FIRESIDE SUPPLY , INC . '�`' ,,�`�` 33 -R EAST ST HERRON CT 06248 PHONE : 860- 228- 1383 FAX : 860 - 228- 3044 TO: I / (oC t l 1 O-Lon �i L f FROM: Ir 1 ,SL-pp/ COMP NY: DATE: FAX NUMBER; NO. OF PAGES INCL COVER: PHONE NUMBER; YOUR REFERENCE NUMBER: RE: 1NV ' 1�3. Fru p �. Oak ale 6 /3 7D El URGENT 0 FOR REVIEW NOTES/ IJ MENTS: mm ♦/ �,�n _ • -- ,r r age" Gtr ♦ 13 2-) • . e kc16/- C7'6 3 a i r- t r"/ 5110-11.. . 6o - �� Merrimack Large Insert Specifications Merrimack Large Insert EPA Emissions Rating 3.6 g/hr *Under specific test conditions used during EPA emissions Range of heat output* 10,750-31,780 BTU/hr standard testing. Maximum heat output**.. 55,000 BTU/hr This value can vary depending on how the unit is oper- Area heated`' up to 2,000 sq.ft. ated, and the type and moisture content of the fuel used. Size of wood splits up to 22"(560 mm) The figure shown is based on maximum fuel consumption Fuel Capacity 40 lbs. (18 kg) obtained under laboratory conditions and with average Loading Front efficiencies. Flue size 6"(150 mm) "'These values are based on operation in building-code Fireplace Insert weight 480 lbs.(218 kg) conforming homes under typical winter climate conditions Primary Air Control Manual in New England.If your home is of nonstandard construc- Glass panel High-temperature ceramic tion (e.g. unusually well Insulated, not insulated, built Flue exit position Top under ground,etc.)or if you live in a more severe or more Blower rating 150 cfm.(115V,60Hz) temperate climate,these figures may not apply. Since so Power Cord Length 6 foot useable installed many variables affect performance, consult your Vermont Castings'Authorized Dealer to determine realistic expecta- tions for your home. 29h, (740 mm) 1 F.-- 24�"(629 mm) 1 I— I 1 4 1 / / 125ha" (M3 mm) t I 75 "" '+1 ' (183 mm) t 311/2"(800 mm) 25W(645 mm) —« {+17"/,m"(449 mm) •:.'s -- -.--- 7-7,.:-',7 "-7-7.-- •%:- I .ll ./ I y«.._ I ii... . _ ,.-,,, 26/,6 1: . .Ilr .r'a 231�e" M_. -_ I' (668mm); fi {605 mm) p �I moi,-31 .:,:.::_.!..."..!.!-•_.:.••• r 71 kla._. •,== at.,_... / FIg. 1 Merrimack Large Insert dimensions. 30004671 3 Merrimack Large Insert -- Installation SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR MERRIMACK IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RE- -, 0To 10' SULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,FOLLOW THE .— INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT LOCAL 2'Min. 3' 1., + 4 To 10' I BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALSABOUT RESTRICTIONS �i M1o. -- AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN 2'Mln. , YOUR AREA. alp Min. li Requirements tor Existing Fireplaces The Merrimack Large Insert is listed for Installation within ii Alh1141111 - i a properly built masonry or heat circulating,masonry--type Reference fireplace that is constructed in accordance with the require- " AC617 ments of recognized building codes. A heat-circulating Fig.2 The 2'- '-10'rule for chimneys. masonry-type fireplace must conform to building code standards for masonry fireplaces, and must consist of a U.S. factory-built metal firebox with air circulation pathways that are surrounded by masonry materials.Air circulation In the U.S.(ANSI/NFPA 211, 1988),when pathways must not be blocked by the insert or surround installed in a masonry fireplace: panels. * A connector must extend from the flue collar The fireplace and chimney must be clean and structurally to the flue liner. sound. Have them inspected by a qualified professional • The cross sectional area of the flue must be less chimney sweep, a mason, or your Vermont Castings' than or equal to three times the area of the flue Authorized Dealer before the Merrimack Large Insert is collar_If larger,the chimney must be re-lined. installed.Any deterioration (cracks,loose mortar or loose • Means must be provided to prevent room air bricks) must be repaired. passing to the chimney cavity. Codes may permit removal of the damper in order to make a • Provision must be made for removal of the positive vent connection between the firebox and the chim- insert to clean the chimney flue. ney.However,the fireplace should not he modified in any General Considerations 1 U.S. way without first checking with your local building inspector or fire marshal, Provision should be made to restore the • While not required in most jurisdictions in the U.S., fireplace to its original condition if the insert is removed. MHSC strongly recommends that a full stainless Do not remove bricks or mortar that may jeopardize the steel chimney liner be installed for the insert to the compliance of the fireplace with local building codes, chimney top to increase overall performance and to The Merrimack Large Insert is not approved for instal- ease and reduce yearly maintenance. lation in factory-built fireplaces. • A masonry chimney must be well-constructed and must meet minimum code requirements. The chim- Requirements for Existing Chimneys ney flue should have a code-approved liner made of Chimney requirements differ for the U.S. and Canada. masons/oj pre-cast refractory tiles,straight or flex- Specifications for each are listed below. Connect the ible stainless steel pipe, or a poured-In-place liner. insert to the chimney in accordance with local codes and An unlined chimney must be relined professionally. the requirements of the listing agency as specified in this • The chimney must have a nominal flue size of6"(152 manual. mm)diameter or 28 square inches(181 cm2)but no greater than 3 times larger or 85 square inches(548 Chimney Height I U.S. and Canada cm2). Achimney larger than this must be re-lined. Chimney height should be no less than 15'(4.5 m)above Be aware that a chimney originally designed for fireplace the hearth and no more than 35'(10.5 m). use may perform differently when used to vent an air- The chimney should extend at least 3'(914 mm)above the controlled appliance such as your Merrimack Large Insert highest point where it passes through a roof, and at least even if the flue Is less than 3 times larger than the flue collar. For example, a chimney on an outside wall may 10'((33 m). (Fig.2)0 mm) higher than any portion of a building within not heat up enough to sustain an adequate draft.Such a flue can often be improved if it is relined to reduce Its size DO NOT CONNECT YOUR MERRIMACK LARGE IN- and/or insulated to keep it warmer. SERT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. 4 30004671 Merrimack Large Insert • A positive flue connection must be made between Minimum Fireplace Dimensions the Insert and the first masonry tile or prefabricated metal chimney section. A positive flue connection The Merrimack Large insert will fit many fireplaces. To consists of a plate that seals or replaces the fireplace confirm that it will fit yours, measure the lintel depth,plus damper and a section of chimney connector that the height,width, and depth of your fireplace and health. passes through the plate into the chimney. Compare them to the measurements in the accompany- The chimney connector must be a minimum equiva- ing chart, if you choose to Install a new hearth over an • lent to a 6"(152 mm)diameter opening and must be existing fireplace hearth,be sure to take its thickness into consideration when measuring both front and back height 24 gauge or heavier stainless steel. of the fireplace and clearances to any existing trims and Chimney Connection systems are available from a variety mantels. of manufacturers.Your Vermont Castings dealer can roc NOTE:The clearance between the Merrimack Large Insert ommend a system that will best meet the requirements of and the mantel,top trim and side trim cannot be reduced your particular installation. by installing shields. Sealing Requirements I U,S. Another requirement to consider is the clearance for mov- able items such astables,bookcases,rugs,furnishings,and • The chimney must be sealed off from room air, el- yourwoodbox.All combustible materials of this type should titer by a plate at the damper level or by sealing the be a minimum of 48"(1220 mm)from the front surface of fireplace opening. the Merrimack Large Insert Be sure that family members • Unused openings to the flue must be sealed with ma- are aware of this requirement as well,so they too will keep sonrytothethickness ofthe chimney wall.Openings objects a safe distance from the stove. sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard. In the event of a chimney fire,flames and smoke may be forced from the openings. CanadatLIITEIr:E 1= T • In Canada(CAN/CSA-8365-M91,Section 61: 7, ,..... _. _ . • This fireplace insert must be installed with a T continuous chimney liner of 6" (152 mm) dam- D,J r--,-•Hi.— z' •. .• . eterextendingfrom the fireplace insert to the top P f7.J L of the chimney.The chimney liner must conform n c I ! to the Class 3 requirements of CAN/ULC-8635, I.= A.I 'i c = Standard for Lining Systems for Existing Masonry L. - E or Factory-Built Chimneys and Vents, or CAN/ 11111111111111• ULC-S640,Standard for Lining Systems for New Masonry Chimneys. FP1084 • The opening of the fireplace around the insert Fireplace Minimums must be sealed to prevent room air passing to A Width at Face 29W (756 mm) D.Width at Dimension'C' 25' (635 mm) the fireplace cavity. C. Depth' 18/z' (470 mm) • Existing air-circulation chambers in a fireplace D.Height at Face 23W (603 mm) with a steel liner may not be blocked. E.Height at Dimension'C' 23W (603 mm) • Provision must be made for removal ofthe insert Fireplace Maximums to dean the chimney flue. H. Lintel depth 9" (229 mm) I. Width' 45" (1143 mm) • The existing fireplace damper(if any)should be J.Height' 32° (813 mm) locked in the open position. 1.The minimum depth must be maintained from the floor of the fireplace • A permanent metal warning label must be affixed to a height of 21W(540 mm) to the back of the fireplace stating the fireplace 2.Though the Merrimack Larye Insert will lit into larger firaplaccts,the may have been altered to accommodate the in- decorative optional MHSC surround Panels wilt not completely cover the fireplace opening It these dimensions are exceeded.Custom made trim sett,and may be unsafe to use as a conventional pieces may be used. fireplace.(AFireplace Modification Tag is included Fig.3 Use these measurements to confirm that the Merrimack in the hardware bag inside the Merrimack Large Large Insert will fit into your masonry fireplace. Insert.) 3000.4671 5 Merrimack Large Insert — Clearance Requirements In addition,spark and ember protection is needed 8"(203 mm)to each side of the insert and in Canada,18"in front of After confirming that your fireplace is the right size, check the insert.The approved construction of this protection is a the clearance to combustibles.First markwith tap e th e exact minimum or 24 gauge galvanized sheet metal or equivalent. center of your fireplace opening on the hearth. Measure Figure 5 shows the detetail Is of hearth requirements. the side clearance from this point. Measure the top trim r 'i��„�%//�i��,• ;////// and/or mantel clearances from the finished hearth surface. Measure the front clearance(to furnishings, etc.)from the i_ __ 3a t fireplace face.(Fig,4) II B C ........„, � I ,i + MeasureNOM �� 178 mm) side trim711111.111111:16111;111.11: clearanc 1 from here _� .ION•_ FP1 Df35 I --� - X l Fireplace Clearances United States Canada A.Mantel* 43° (1092 mm) A. 18"= (460 mm) 18° (460 mm) B.Top Trim(11/2") 41' (1041 mm) B. 8” (203 mm) 8" (203 mm) C. Side Trim"' 223/4" (578 mm) C. 461/4 (1181 mm) 461/22 (1181 mm) 'Clearance shown is for 12'(305 mm)deep mantel_Dimension maybe In all cases,the hearth must be completely noncombustible In front reduced to 41'(1041 mm)if the mantel is 8'(203 mm)deep or less. of the Insert to the dimensions shown and the hearth must also be "Where side trim extends more than 11/2'(38 mm)from the fireplace 11/2"thick with k-factor of 0.61 (R=1.83 or equivalent). facing,the side clearance must be no less than 311/2'(794 mm);this In the US,if the Insert is elevated 2W 04 mm)or more,no thermal is also the required side wall clearance, or ember protection is necessary beyond 15"(406 mm). Measure the side clearance(C)from the exact center of your fireplace . � - FP-1096 opening on the hearth(X).Measure the top trim (8)and/or mantel Fig.S Unless your fireplace and hearth are constructed over a clearances (A)from the finished hearth surface. Measure the front dirt floor(or unpainted concrete over dirt),you must use a floor clearance(to furnishings,etc-)from the fireplace face_ protector that satisfies the above requirements. Fig.4 Observe these clearances to combustible trim. How to Determine if Alternate Floor Hearth Requirements Protection Materials are Acceptable In some fireplaces,the hearth in front of the fireplace open- All floor protection must be noncombustible (i.e. met- ing is brick, stone, slate, or some other non-combustible els, brick, stone, minersl fiber boards, etc.).Any organic material that is in direct contact with concrete pouted over materials (i.e.plastics,wood paper products,etc.)are earth. These are the only hearths that are considered combustible and must not be used.The floor protection noncombustible.In other fireplaces,the brick or concrete specified includes some form of thermsl designation hearth in front of the fireplace opening is supported by such as R-value (thermal resistance)or k-factor(thermal heavy wooden framing.Because neither brick nor concrete conductivity)_ has good insulating properties,heat radiated by the fire will Procedure: pass downward through the hearth lathe wooden framing. 1. Convert specifications to R-value: Such hearths are considered combustible. i. R-value given-no conversion needed. The hearth for the Merrimack insert must be constructed ii. k-factor is given with a required thickness(T)in over a completely non-combustible surface (such as un- inches: R=1)(1. painted concrete over earth).This non-combustible hearth iii, K-factor is givenn with a required thickness (T)in must extend at least 16"(406 mm)in front of the doors as inches: R= 1 x 7 protection from heat radiated from the insert. This means K x 1 the non-combustible hearth must extend 23"in front of the iv.r-factor is given with a required thickness (T)in fireplace face opening in a typical installation. inches: R-r x T 6 30004671 a Merrimack Large Insert 2. Determine the R-value of the proposed alternate floor protector: i. Use the formula in Step 1 to convert values not expressed as R. 1-,_ Flexible Flue Liner ii. For multiple layers,add R-values of each layer to determine overall R-value_ — 3. If the overall R-value of the system is greater than the new Liner Adapter R-value of the specified floor protector,the alternate (it required) is acceptable. EXAMPLE:The specified floor protector should he 1'/- Adjustable(26'or verti- inch thick material with k-factor of 0.84.The proposed al- cal)Fine Collar w/lnte- prated thaw-Down Bar ternate is 4'brick with an r'-factor of 02 over 114° mineral -Top of the Insert around board with a k-factor of 0.29 .\ Flue Opening Step a: Use formula above to convert specification to Washers 1/4 Dia. R-value: = 1 1 R k x T _-0 84 x 1.5= 1.79 1/4-20 Hex Nuts sTio02 Step b: Calculate R of proposed system. 4"brick of r= 0.2,therefore: Fig.6 Components of the venting system. RaKk= 0,2 x 4= 0.8 2. Flue collar orientation:The flue collar may be oriented Step c: 118"mineral board of k= 0.29,therefore in the vertical position or rotated 180 degrees on the top R . - 1 x 0.25=0.86 of the stove resulting in a 26 degree backward angle.If m .....k, 0 29 . -0.8+0.86= 1.66 possible, determine beforehand which orientation will Step d: Rte +R„=Rtma R,,,,rndabobfd work best for your application. Step e: Compare proposed system Rtotal of 1.66 to In most applications, cleaning of the chimney system will specified R of 1.79.Since proposed system Rtotal is be easiest from the top(chimney cap)down. If this is the less than required,the system is not acceptable. planned method for your application, the center iron pull Definitions down handle on the flue collar serves as protection to R=(f12)(hr)(°F) k= (Btu)(in) - K x 12 prevent a chimney brush from damaging the baffle inside Btu (ftThr)(°i=) the stove. If cleaning can only take place from inside the home,the center bar may be cut out of the flue collar using (Btu)(ft) r_ (tt2)(hr)(°F)^ 1 a hack saw or reciprocating metal cutting saw, K (ft2)(hr)(°F`) (Btu)(in) k 3. Install the venting system: Again,depending on your application it may be easiest to install the connector or Optional Surround Packages stainless steel flue liner in the chimney first. Refer to Custom-made surround panels may be made from any Figure 6 for the components of the venting system. noncombustible material. • Carefully remove the fiber baffle by first removing MHSC offers a steel or cast iron surround panel kit. the front air wash manifold.If necessary,remove the air tubes to allow easier access. Installing the Merrimack Large Insert • Remove the iron flue collar from the stove and fasten either the adapter pipe or flue liner to it by drilling 1. Remove or Disablethe Fireplace Damper.lf codes al- three holes using the holes in the iron collar as a low,removethe damper_Many dampers can be removed guide. simply by removing a cotter pin and/or a set screw. • Secure the flexible pipe to the pipe adaptor using Kit is not permissible or possible to remove the damper, the same method. secure the damper in the fully open position. • Install the connector pipe or liner so that the height - NOTE:CANADIAN INSTALLATIONS- measured from the finished hearth surface to the In accordance with CAN/CSA B365-M91, you must center bar of the flue collar is 201/2”(521 mm).(Fig. permanently secure the Fireplace Modification Tag to 7)This wilt allow an easy connection once the stove the rear of the fireplace cavity if you have modified the is rolled into place. fireplace in any way to accommodate installation of a 4. Route the blower power cord. Run the power cord fireplace insert.This tag is in the hardware bag included out the left or right side of the insert. Remove the two with your insert. (2)louvre doors (Fig. 9)or access doors. Remove the screw and washer from each side holding the ashlip 30004671 7 Merrimack Large Insert Bracket and of Screws Bracket and Screws Markel I ,t `e..26" .. I�� pi2owFig.8 secure bracket to mantel with two(2)Philips screws. (5211 mm) m Access hl G. Install the Optional Surround Kit.Follow the instrue- pcor tions provided with the kit. Poceible f!-=III 7. Roll the Firebox into Position.At least two people will Handle Bracket be needed to move the firebox,To ease installation,lift Locations ST2493 the front of the stove slightly to put weight on the rear Fig.7 Measured height from the finished hearth surface to the wheels, Position the firebox so the flue collar aligns center bar of the flue collar. with the connector.Use the leveling screws at the front to the front.If you run the power cord out the left side, of the Insert to adjust the level. Route the power cord remove the two(2)screws holding the rheostat bracket to the side nearest the power supply. to the fan housing.Insert grommet nearest fan in the slot 8. Connect the Flue Collar.: From inside the stove,reach on the fan housing,left or right side. Reattach rheostat up and pull the flue collar into place by lining up the two bracketwith the two(2)screws removed earlier.Remove 1/4" studs in the stove top. Care should be taken to the cover plate and insert the provided grommet into not disturb the gasket which seals the collar to the top. the slot. Reattach the cover plate. Tighten the two 1/4"nuts. 5. Install Mantel and Access Door. For enamel units: • Replace the stainless steel air tubes,if removed,by Remove the prepackaged mantel and install the two sliding them first to the right and then into The mat- (2) brackets to the underside of the mantel using four ing holes on the left.Secure these in place with the (4) 1/4-20 x 3/8" Phillips head black screws already stainless steel cotter pins. installed in the mantel. (Fig. 8) The brackets can be • Before installing the airwash manifold, replace the found in the stove. Remove the screws and use to fiber baffle board and ensure it slides all the way to attach the brackets. For classic black units' Remove the back. There should be a tight fit between the the tie strap holding the mantel in place.The brackets board and the iron sides of the stove. are already attached to the mantel. Unwrap the two • Replace the front air tube and secure it In place with (2) pre-assembled access doors and snap into place. the cotter pin. If the spacing between the doors and upper lattice is 9. CannecttheBlower powercordtothepowersupply. not even,you can pull the doors mantel off and adjust DO NOT ROUTE THE POWER CORD UNDER OR IN the upper lattice.Screw the two(2)jacking screws that FRONT OF THE UNIT. contact the front up or down as needed. (Fig.9) 10.Install the supplied handle storage bracket by simply sliding the flat end under the right or left side of the stove. (Fig. 7) This completes installation of your Merrimack Large In- sert. 8 30004671