EWF36A Fireplace Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA. CFM Specialty Home Products 410 Admiral Blvd.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Vermont Castings, EWF36A fireplace. An efficient fireplace carefully engineered to bring you the latest in wood combustion principles and modern foundry technology. You can count on years of comfortable heating and pleasurable fire viewing if you treat it properly and operate the EWF36A according to the directions in this owner’s guide.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Safety Information Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace IMPORTANT: 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. Description The EWF36A fireplace is a solid fuel, woodburning, heat circulating fireplace.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Specifications EWF36A Range of heat output* ............... 11,300 - 75,500 Btu/hr Maximum heat output** ..... in excess of 100,000 Btu/hr EPA emissions rating (g/h, catalytic) ...................... 2.4* Area heated*** .............. Up to 2500 sq. ft. (558 sq. m) Size of wood splits ................... 18” - 24” (450-610mm) Fuel Capacity ........................................... 40lbs. (18kg) Loading ................................................................
Vermont Castings EWF36A Chase Installation Insulation methods shown are optional for cold climate, not a requirement for unit operation. Termination Cap Storm Collar Pan Flashing Batt Insulation (cut out around firestop) Draftstop Firestop Ceiling Level Batt Insulation MUST be used in the Chase. Standoff Brick Ledge Outside Air Cover Plate Andiron Metal Safety Strips (1,2 or 3 pieces) FP554a Fig. 2 Fireplace and chase parts identification.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations Offset CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT Rise Chimney Section D E 6 FT. G 30° Offset Elbow C H TCS8A Support 30° Return Elbow H 30° Offset Elbow B Hearth Floor Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet. Air Space Clearances: "S" Series (3-wall) = 2" Min. to Combustibles FP269 Illustration Key The following safety rules apply to offset installations (letters correspond with illustration above): C.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Planning Information Planning an installation is very important to ensure safety and to save time and money. An installer must predetermine where a fireplace will be set and how the chimney system will be run. Mounting the Fireplace The fireplace is shipped with lifting handles attached to each side with lifting straps. NOTE: The lifting straps are intended for ligting unit off of the skid and final positioning. Unit should remain on skid until final positioning.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Installation 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. Spacing between chimney supports must not exceed 30’ (9m). Use Chimney Support Model TCS8A. (NOTE: The TCS8A cannot be mounted directly to the fireplace.
Vermont Castings EWF36A 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 materials. Refer to framing dimensions in Figure 1 for basic fireplace specifications. NOTE: Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and fireplace facing material.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Locate center point of the chimney on ceiling as though a straight up chimney arrangement is to be used. Measure your offset dimension from straight up chimney center point on ceiling. Existing Ceiling Joists 17¹⁄₂” (445mm) 17¹⁄₂” (445mm) Chimney Hole Ceiling Chimney Hole/ Possible Obstructions The size of the hole in ceiling will vary with the angle at which the chimney passes through ceiling. Drive a nail up through ceiling at marked chimney center point.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Nail Top Standoffs Nail Side Nailing Flanges Duct run must be limited to a maximum distance of 40 feet from the fireplace pipe collar to duct termination. This will provide the least restriction to air flow. No more than four (4) 90° elbows can be used. Duct run may be horizontal, vertical, inclined or any combination of these. Vertical duct runs must be at least three (3) feet below the fireplace chimney flue exit. (Fig.
Vermont Castings EWF36A 4. Attach the inlet collar with four (4) #10 screws to the side near the bottom of the fireplace. Slide the duct over the collar and attach the duct to the collar using the plastic tie straps or three (3) screws (screws not provided). Continue attaching the ducting together using three (3) screws at each joint until you have installed sufficient duct to arrive at your duct termination location. 5. At the termination end, install the duct termination.
Vermont Castings EWF36A 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. If the area above the ceiling is an attic, position the firestop spacer with the flange on the top of the framed hole and the angled portion extending down into the hole. Attic Insulation Shield Nails (4 Required) Firestop spacers are not available for, nor are they required on vertical walls.
Vermont Castings EWF36A There must be a 2” (51mm) air space between outermost 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.) WARNING: Do not pack required air spaces with insulation or other materials. Mark an outline of the roof hole around the center of the point nail.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Side View Mantel Shelf Finished Wall See mantel drawing for shelf-to-grille dimension Noncombustible Finish Material Only in this Area 2 x 4 Stud 1¹⁄₂" Ref. Standoff * Brick Ledge ** Cast Front Top View Fireplace Front (Steel) 2 x 4 Stud 1” (25mm) * 12” (305mm) from top of grille opening. ** 6” from top of grille opening. Must be sealed with noncombustible material FP1200 Fig. 20 Finishing materials placement.
Vermont Castings EWF36A The top of insulation must be covered with a noncombustible decorative covering or a piece of .018” minimum 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. Seal crack between the fireplace hearth and hearth extension with a noncombustible material. (Figs. 24 and 25) WARNING: Hearth extension must be installed in accordance with Figure 24.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Minimum Hearth Extension Dimensions Minimum Wall Clearances (for On-Site Construction) WITH Noncombustible Surround Facing WITHOUT Noncombustible Surround Facing Shaded area starts 1/2" away from edge of unit 4" Brick (Example material) 4" E F** C** Firebox Opening E B - Min. clearance Side to combustible Wall perpendicular wall when using noncombustible wall shield* Combustible material permitted within shaded area.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Operation Attach Handles Primary Air Control Damper The fallaway handles are used to open and close the front doors. Remove after each use so they will not get hot. Keep in convenient location for each use. (Fig. 26) Assemble the primary air control and damper handles by passing the 3³⁄₈” screw through the ceramic shaft and into the bright metal hub. Tighten carefully until snug. Do not overtighten. Ceramic handle could crack. (Fig.
Vermont Castings EWF36A The Fan Heated air from the fireplace is forced into the room by an internal fan. The control for the fan is in the right corner of the unit. “Off” is to the far left. “High” is just to the right of “Off.” “Low” is to the far right. for short-term storage, however, keep wood a safe distance from the heater and keep it out of the areas around the heater used for refueling and ash removal.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire Burn solid wood fuel only in the EWF36A, 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. WARNING: Operate your EWF36A only with the doors fully closed.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Different results may be experienced even in the same installation if you switch from burning good, dry wood to wood that is partially rotted or inadequately seasoned. To compensate for these factors in cold climates, it may be necessary to operate the EWF36A with the air control set to a higher level more of the time. Remove and Store Ash Safely Check the ash pan before reloading the stove, and empty if necessary using the following procedure: • • • • • • Open the damper.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Maintenance Keep your EWF36A Fireplace Looking New and Working Its Best Care of the Cast Iron Surface Pawl Small Locking Nut Striker Screw An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted cast iron of your EWF36A fireplace looking new. If the paint needs retouching, first allow the surface to cool completely. Wire-brush areas needing to be painted. Touch-up with high temperature stove paint available from your local dealer. Apply the paint sparingly.
Vermont Castings EWF36A When to Suspect a Combustor Problem Wedge (In Place) The best way to evaluate the performance of your EWF36A’s combustor is to observe the amount of smoke leaving the chimney - both when the combustor has “lighted-off” and when it has not. Follow these steps: • With a fire going and the combustor properly acti- • vated, with the damper closed to route smoke through it as described in the Operation Section, go outside and observe the smoke leaving the chimney.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Replaceable Fiberglass Gaskets Gasket Size... 1/2" 5/8” 3/16" 1/2” 1/2” Braided ...And The Parts It Seals The door to the front Door to the hearth brick support The glass seal tothe door Cat holder to top plate Damper to top plate Should you need to change a replaceable gasket, wait until the fire is out and the stove has cooled. Be sure to follow the standard safety procedure for working with dusty materials: Wear safety goggles and a dust mask.
Vermont Castings EWF36A 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 complete access. The chimney cap first must be removed following the procedure recommended by the manufacturer. After thoroughly cleaning the chimney, reinstall the chimney cap according to the manufacturer’s directions. Maintenance Schedule Fireplace: Daily: • Ash should be removed before the level reaches the top of the pan.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Chimney Components Component Description Model Number Chimney Support Used to support chimney for each of 30’ vertical height and 6’ of angled chimney run TCS8A (8” flue) Firestop Required at each floor level and attic on multi-story installation FS2A (8” straight flue) FS6A (8” 30° inclined flue) Attic Insulation Shield Required in Canada FS2100HT Traditional Top Housing Top housing of simulated brick pattern available in red, tan or white.
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Vermont Castings EWF36A EWF36A Fireplace Ref. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 28 (continued) Description Right, Door Handle Assy. Vert. Nickel Damper Steel Handle w/Screw Handle, Ceramic Blk 2.78 Lg Ov Hd Sl 1/4-20 x 3/375 Lg Linkage Assy. Pawl, Top Pawl, Bottom Link, EPA FP Front CS, Soc But hd 1/4-20 x 5/8 - Blk Nut, Hex 1/4-20 Plain 5/16 Shoulder Screw, 1/4-20 SS, Soc 1/4-20 x 1/4 Knl Cup Pt.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Optional Accessories Fan Kit FK26 Fan Fan Heat Sensor (Snapstat) Electrical Box 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 temperature rises above and falls below a preset temperature. A rheostat provides for variable fan speeds. Fan Speed Switch (Rheostat) Specifications FP1323 115 Volt / 60Hz / .75 Amps Fig. 32 FK26 fan placement.
Vermont Castings EWF36A Warranty Limited 3 Year Warranty Vermont Castings, Majestic Products warrants that this woodburning fireplace will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date you receive it, except that the catalyst, thermostat assembly, handles, glass door panels, cement, and gasketing shall be warranted as described below.
