Isokern STANDARD 36 Manuel utilisateur
Isokern® STANDARD® Fireplace
with Fire-Lite Application
and DM Chimney System
Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Owner’s Manual
STANDARD Models 36, 42 & 46
A PRODUCT OF EARTHCORE INDUSTRIES, LLC.
THIS FIREPLACE IS DESIGNED for USE with
SOLID WOOD LOGS, PLUMBED PROPANE
(LP) or NATURAL GAS (NG), ONLY
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a re or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
SBCCI NO. 9626 NYC-MEA 241-90-E
ICC Report NO. ESR-2316 LA RR NO. 25483
IBC 2006, IRC 2006, IMC 2006 Issued: December, 2009
Revision: 003
INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES REPORT NO. 3159656MID-008
© 2007 Earthcore Industries, L.L.C.
THIS MANUAL CAN ONLY BE REPRODUCED IN ITS ENTIRETY
Important: This manual contains assembly rules, installation steps, guidelines, use and maintenance in-
structions for the STANDARD Series replace, DM 54 chimney system, and Fire-Lite Application with
the FTF-13 Chimney System. This manual must become the property of and be reviewed by all current and
future users of this product. It is the responsibility of the general contractor and the installer of this product
to ensure that the instructions in this manual are followed exactly and, further that any allowed gas log ap-
pliance used in this product be installed in strict accordance with NFPA 58, NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 and the
gas log manufacturer’s explicit installation, sizing and operation instructions. It is the responsibility of the
general contractor to provide adequate clearances from all rebox surfaces as specied in this manual.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
Be Sure to Read Entire Manual Before Beginning Construction.
Contents of this manual may change without prior notication.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information .......................................................................................................................................
Intended Use Statement ......................................................................................................................................
Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................................................................
Warnock-Hersey Listing Label ...........................................................................................................................
Assembled Firebox & Smoke Dome Dimensions ..............................................................................................
Component List & Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................
Required Clearance to Combustibles .................................................................................................................
Rough Framing Dimensions & Corner Location Layout ...................................................................................
Assembly Instructions .................................................................................................................................
Access Modication ...........................................................................................................................................
Firebrick Installation ..........................................................................................................................................
Flush Wall Finish Detail .....................................................................................................................................
Required Clearances (When sheathing protrudes beyond front of rebox) .......................................................
Required Clearance to Combustible Framing ....................................................................................................
Required Clearances to Insulation and Vapor Barriers ......................................................................................
Flush Wall Fire Brick Finish Detail ...................................................................................................................
Flush Wall Brick Finish Detail ............................................................................................................................
Interior Masonry Veneer Fireplace Finishes & Clearances...................................................................
Masonry Veneer Construction Details ..................................................................................................
Non Combustible Finished Facing Requirements & Clearance to Combustible Trim .......................................
Concrete Support ...............................................................................................................................................
DM Chimney System ........................................................................................................................................
General Information ............................................................................................................................
Component List & Dimensions.............................................................................................................
Component Weights ............................................................................................................................................
Installation ...........................................................................................................................................
Lateral Support ....................................................................................................................................
Offset Block .........................................................................................................................................
Brick Ledge Installation .......................................................................................................................
Brick Ledge Load Capacity ..................................................................................................................
Crown Caps ..........................................................................................................................................
Height Requirements ..........................................................................................................................................
Structural Information ..........................................................................................................................
Common Chimney Terminations .........................................................................................................
Class “A” Metal Flue .........................................................................................................................................
Specialty Applications
See-Thru................................................................................................................................................
Two Story Stacked Installations ..........................................................................................................
Fire-Lite Application General Information......................................................................................................... .
Fire-Lite Safety Instructions (See page 6)
Fire-Lite Application - Required Clearance to Combustibles ...............................................................
Fire-Lite Application - Combustible Floor System ...............................................................................
Fire-Lite Application - Raised Metal Platform .....................................................................................
Fire-Lite Application - Flush Wall Finish Detail .................................................................................................
FTF-13 or Equivalent Chimney System ..............................................................................................................
FTF-13 or Equivalent Installation Components...................................................................................................
Summary ..............................................................................................................................................................
Notes ....................................................................................................................................................................
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4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11-14
15
16
17
18
19
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21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30-39
31-32
33-36
36-37
38
39
40
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42
43
44
45-46
47
48
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50-51
52
53-54
55
56-57
58
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General Information
The STANDARD replace and DM 54 chimney
system is a prefabricated, refractory modular replace and
chimney system designed for eld assembly. The system con-
sists of interlocking precast parts which are glued together with
a masonry adhesive.
The parts of the STANDARD replace and DM 54
chimney system are precast using a proprietary mixture of
volcanic pumice aggregate and cement. It includes all the parts
necessary for assembly of a complete rebox, smoke dome and
chimney system.
Each STANDARD precast replace component is
designed for a specic part of the replace such that only one
means for assembly is possible.
The rebox and smoke dome are designed to be tted
with a traditional cast iron, poker-style throat damper. How-
ever, chimney top dampers are an option.
The STANDARD replace requires a standard refrac-
tory re brick liner be applied to the interior of the rebox. Fire
brick must be a minimum thickness of one and one-eighth inch
(1-1/8”).
The STANDARD replace is available in three sizes:
thirty-six inch (36”), forty-two inch (42”) and forty-six inch
(46”). All units have a thirty inch (32”) rough opening height
before re brick. The only parts which differ among the avail-
able sizes are width related pieces: the base plate, rebox back
wall, front and back smoke dome components, and the smoke
dome top plate. All units use the same side wall pieces.
The DM 54 chimney system is a dual module refrac-
tory chimney system. The basic chimney consists of an outer
casing block and an inner liner with a fourteen inch (14”) di-
ameter ue hole. The chimney components are eld assembled
using Earthcore Mortar to glue the components together.
The DM 54 chimney system also includes an offset
chimney block component, used to create offsets to the verti-
cal run of the chimney. A brickledge component is available,
designed to support chimney top brick veneer nishes.
Prefabricated masonry chimney termination caps are also avail-
able.
The various STANDARD replace and DM 54
chimney components will be described and illustrated in the
following pages. Close attention should be paid to each com-
ponent group’s specications and installation requirements as
described in this manual.
Important: Due to heat and weight issues, the STANDARD
Series replace and DM 54 chimney system installations re-
quire that the system be built upon a non-combustible concrete
slab with no wood underpinnings supported to footings with
concrete or steel and designed to carry the total weight of the
Isokern replace and chimney system.
The Fire-Lite application of the STANDARD Series replace is
designed to be built upon a combustible oor system
and will also require a design that will support the total weight
of the Isokern replace and chimney system. The FTF-13 or
equivalent chimney system only must be used with the Fire-Lite
application. Please refer to pages 47-55 for installation instruc-
tions.
Recommended minimum overall height for the
STANDARD Series and DM 54 chimney system with an
indoor application are 18’ when the chimney is straight and 21’
when a chimney is offset. Maximum overall height is 82’ , how-
ever, installations over 57’ - 0” will require additional support.
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Intended Use Statement
Note: Do not scale drawings. Illustrations in this manual are
not to scale and are intended to show “typical” installations.
Nominal dimensions are given for design and
framing reference only, since actual installations may vary
due to job specic design preferences. Always maintain the
stated minimum clearances to combustible materials. Do
not violate any specic installation requirements.
The STANDARD replace and DM 54 chimney
system is tested and listed by Warnock Hersey (Intertek
Testing Service) - Report No. 315965MID-008 and Report
No.315986MID-006 - to UL 127, and UL 103HT - 2006.
STANDARD replace systems are also designed
for installation in accordance with the National Fire Protec-
tion Association Standard for chimneys, replaces, vents
and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances (NFPA 211).
STANDARD Series replaces are not listed for use with
replace inserts.
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Intended Product Use Statement:
The STANDARD replace and DM 54 chimney
systems are intended to burn solid wood fuel, propane or natu-
ral gas.
Note:
Installation of a gas pipe must comply with the Stan-
dard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented
Fireplaces, ANSI Z21.60.
This replace is not designed to sit directly on a com-
bustible oor system. The Fire-Lite application listed in the
back section of this manual is designed to sit on a combustible
oor. See pages 47-55 for specic installation requirements.
This replace is intended for use as a supplemental
heat source only and is not intended for heavy use as a primary
heating system.
Overring, abusive burning or mistreatment will void
any claims (eg. burning construction debris or other highly
ammable material; tossing, kicking or otherwise forcing logs
into the rebox).
STANDARD replace and DM 54 chimney systems
are conventional indoor or outdoor replaces designed to
appear like traditional masonry replaces. STANDARD re-
place and DM 54 chimney system units are intended for instal-
lation in residential homes and other buildings of conventional
construction.
Note: The local authority having code jurisdiction should be
consulted before installation to determine the need to obtain a
permit.
Important areas of concern with the installation of
these replaces are: construction of proper load bearing foun-
dation and concrete support slab; code required hearth exten-
sion substrates and supports; proper assembly of components;
clearance to combustible materials; height of chimney; and,
techniques employed in applying nishing materials to the
replace opening and hearth extension.
Each of these important topics will be covered in
detail throughout this manual. Installation personnel must give
special attention to each topic as the installation progresses.
All work performed on, near and adjoining the
replace and chimney installation must meet or exceed the
specications and requirements in this manual and the
prevailing local building code.
Subsequent renovations, additions of cabinets and
storage spaces in the enclosure surrounding the replace are
also limited to the specications in this manual and to the
prevailing local building code.
Isokern is not responsible for other construction work
around the replace unit.
WARNING:
This replace has not been tested for use with glass
doors. To reduce the risk of re or injury, do not install glass
doors.
Some jurisdictions require the use of glass doors.
If glass doors are used, operate replace with doors in the
fully open position.
1. Before starting the STANDARD replace and DM 54
chimney installation, read these installation instructions
carefully to be sure you understand them completely. Failure to
follow them could cause replace malfunction resulting in serious
injury or property damage.
2. Always check local building codes governing replaces and
replace installations. The STANDARD replace and DM chim-
ney installation must comply with all local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
3. STANDARD replace and DM 54 chimney systems are
intended for use in any application where a traditional masonry
type replace would apply. The chimney system must always
vent vertically to the outside of the building.
4. Creosote and soot formation and the need for removal: When
wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors
which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The
creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney ue of
a slow burning re. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on
the ue lining. When ignited this creosote makes an extremely
hot re.
Because of creosote and soot buildup it is necessary to
inspect and clean the replace and chimney prior to use and peri-
odically during the heating season. Cleaning of the replace and
the chimney system should be done annually at a minimum. In
colder climates, chimney cleaning may need to be done periodi-
cally throughout the heating season.
5. Before servicing, allow the replace to cool. Always shut off
any electricity or gas to the replace while working on it.
6. Use only solid fuel or natural or LP gas log sets in this unit. Do
not use articial wax based logs, chemical chimney cleaners or
ame colorants in this replace.
7. Never use gasoline, kerosene, gasoline-type lantern fuel,
charcoal lighter uid, or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a
re in this replace. Keep all ammable liquids at a safe distance
from the replace.
8. Always keep the ue damper open when heat is present in the
replace.
9. Do not use a replace insert or any other product not speci-
ed for use with the STANDARD replace and DM 54 chimney
systems unless written authorization is given by Isokern. Failure
to heed this warning may cause a re hazard and will void the
Isokern warranty.
10. This replace is not intended to heat an entire home or to be
used as a primary heat source. It is designed to ensure homeown-
er comfort by providing supplemental heat to the room.
11. Always ensure that an adequate supply of replacement com-
bustion air from the outside of the house is accessible to the re
to support normal combustion. Fireplaces consume large volumes
of air during the normal ring process.
In the event the home is tightly sealed and has modern
energy efcient features, the optional combustion air supply kits
may not provide all the air required to support combustion and
the proper ow of combustion gases up the chimney.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any smok-
ing or related problems that may result from the lack of
adequate air supply owing into the house. It is the respon-
sibility of the builder/contractor to ensure that adequate air
supply has been provided for the replace.
12. “Smoke free” operation is not warranted nor is the
manufacturer responsible for inadequate system draft caused
by mechanical systems, general construction conditions,
inadequate chimney heights, adverse wind conditions or
any unusual environmental conditions or factors beyond the
manufacturer’s control.
Caution: When used with the STANDARD replace
system, all gas log sets must be operated with the damper
clamped in the fully open position. This includes unlisted
“vent free” log sets. Only listed “vent free” log sets may be
operated with the damper in the closed position.
13. When in doubt about a component’s usability - has vis-
ible or suspected physical damage - consult your Isokern
distributor or authorized Isokern representative for advice.
14. Modication to STANDARD components not men-
tioned in this manual may void claims, listings and approv-
als and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous
installation.
Alterations to the STANDARD rebox are allowed
with prior written approval and instructions from Earthcore
Industries, LLC. The installer indemnies the manufacturer
of all claims and under no circumstances will manufacturer
be liable for consequential, incidental, indirect, punitive or
other damages of any kind or nature, whether foreseeable or
not, based on any claim by any party as to the modications
of the Isokern replaces.
15. Wherever insulation is used, the STANDARD replace
must not be placed directly against it. Keep all insulation or
vapor barriers a minimum of three inches (3”) away from all
replace and chimney components.
It is recommended that insulation and vapor barriers, if
used, rst be covered with gypsum board, plywood, particle
board or other material to assure that insulation and vapor
barriers remain in place.
WARNING: Do not pack required air spaces with
insulation or other materials.
16. Never leave children unattended when there is a re
burning in the replace.
17. Burning some fuels (such as charcoal) can be hazard-
ous due to the possibility of producing carbon monoxide,
a colorless, odorless gas. Early signs of carbon monoxide
poisoning resemble u symptoms, including headaches,
dizziness or nausea. Over exposure to carbon monoxide
can lead to illness and death. It is strongly recommended to
install smoke and carbon monoxide alarm / detector devices
wherever replaces are in use.
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Safety Instructions
Warnock Hersey Listing Label
- Facsimile -
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FIGURE 1
Isokern Fireplace and Chimney Systems are tested and listed to UL standards: UL 127, ULC S610, and UL 103HT.
The listing label shown in Figure 1 above outlines the listed clearances to combustibles and indicates that the units are
suitable for use with solid fuel or listed gas appliances. Refer to the manufacturer’s installation manual for detailed description of
clearances to combustibles and all other installation information.
A metal listing label similar to that shown above is afxed to each STANDARD Series replace.
Do not remove the listing label from the STANDARD Series replace.
Prior to beginning installation, contact your local building ofcial to determine the need to obtain a permit.
Assembled Firebox & Smoke Dome Dimensions 36, 42 & 46
Firebox & Smoke Dome Components List
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MODEL A B C D E F G I J MINIMUM FRAMING WEIGHT
36 43” 25 1/4” 63 1/4“ 31 1/2” 36 1/8“ 27 1/4” 33” 20 1/4” 5” (46”W)x(65”H)x(26 3/4”D) 1205 lbs
42 49” 25 1/4” 63 1/4“ 31 1/2” 43 1/8” 33 1/4“ 33” 20 1/4” 5” (52”W)x(65”H)x(26 3/4”D) 1325 lbs
46 53” 25 1/4” 63 1/4“ 31 1/2” 47 1/8“ 37 1/4“ 43” 20 1/4” 5” (56”W)x(65”H)x(26 3/4”D) 1450 lbs
Top Plate - Medium
Part No. Model Qty
M77 36 1
M77 42 1
Top Plate - Large
Part No. Model Qty
M81 46 1
25 1/4” 33”
4 3/4”
10 3/4” 10 3/4”
25 1/4”
4 3/4”
43”
J
C
33”
G
D
A
I
B
E
F
SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW PLAN VIEW
Component List & Dimensions 36, 42 & 46
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Isokern reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice in design, materials and specications and also to discon-
tinue styles and products. Please call (800) 642-2920 for an Isokern dealer near you.
Base Plate
Part No. Model Qty
No.
21 36 1
22 42 1
23 46 1
Model A
36 43”
42 49”
46 53”
Smoke Dome - Medium
Part No. Model Qty
No.
11 36 2
11 42 2
Smoke Dome - Large
Part No. Model Qty
No.
13 46 2
Side Wall
Part No. Model Qty
No.
20 36 6
20 42 6
20 46 6
Back Walls
Part No. Model Qty
No.
25 36 3
28 42 3
31 46 3
Model A
36 26 3/4”
42 32 1/4”
46 37”
Damper Support - Left
Part No. Model Qty
No.
S95L 36 1
S95L 42 1
S95L 46 1
Damper Support - Right
Part No. Model Qty
No.
S95R 36 1
S95R 42 1
S95R 46 1
Damper Beams
Part No. Model Qty
No.
M68 36 2
M69 42 2
M70 46 2
Model A
36 43”
42 49“
46 53”
Smoke Dome - Sidewall
Part No. Model Qty
No.
34 36 2
34 42 2
34 46 2
A
25 1/4”
3”
4”
16”
43”
4”
16”
53”
10 5/8”
25 1/4”
10 5/8”
5”
A
A
8”
25 1/4”
16”
3”
1 1/2”
1 1/2” 1 1/2”
Required Clearance to Combustibles
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 2
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The STANDARD Series replace and DM 54 chimney
system is tested and listed for installation with “clearance to com-
bustibles” as follows:
The STANDARD Series rebox side walls and back wall
require 1-1/2” clearance. (Figure 2)
The smoke dome front wall requires 0” clearance.
All DM 44 and 54 chimney components require 0”
clearance. (Figure 2).
Note: “Combustibles” are dened as “normal construction materi-
als” and are considered to be: wood framing materials, particle
board, mill board, plywood sub-ooring, plywood paneling and
wood ooring.
Sheathing materials, such as plywood, particle board and
drywall may cover the smoke dome front at 0” clearance.
All combustible sheathing materials that protrude beyond
front of rebox must be held 8” away from the sides of the rebox
opening and 8” above the top of the rebox opening. Drywall must
be cut 2” back from the rebox opening sides and 8” above the top
of the opening.
WARNING: Maintain a minimum of 3” clearance to insulation
and vapor barriers. See page 20.
Notes:
A. The STANDARD Series replace is rated for
installation on a combustible oor system when using the Fire-Lite
application only. See pages 47-55 for Fire-Lite installation
instructions.
The STANDARD Series replace must sit upon a
concrete support slab designed to bear the total installed weight
of the replace and DM 54 chimney system. (See Figure 2 for ad-
ditional details). These support slabs can have no wood underpin-
nings. (Figure 3)
B. Concrete support slabs for STANDARD Series re-
places must provide the noncombustible hearth extension substrate
needed to support the code required noncombustible hearth exten-
sion nish materials. (Figures 2 and 3)
C. All STANDARD Series replaces shall have hearth
extensions of approved noncombustible material such as brick,
tile, or stone that is properly supported and with no combustible
material against the underside thereof. Wooden forms used during
the construction of hearths and hearth extensions shall be removed
when the construction is complete.
D. If a raised replace oor and raised hearth extension
are preferred, the raised underlying structure must be built of non-
combustible material and must sit on noncombustible substrate.
B
Framed
Opening
A
Framed
Opening
C
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Rough Framing Dimensions
Corner Location Layout
Rough Framing Dimensions
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
Model Width Height Depth
A B C
Model 36 46” 65” 27”
Model 42 52” 65” 27”
Model 46 56” 65” 27”
Notes:
A. “B” includes the STANDARD 3” thick base plate. “B” is reduced
by 3” if the base plate is eliminated to create a “ush hearth”.
B. “Raised hearth” requires additional rough opening height at “B”
equal to the height of the raised hearth detail.
C. Rough framing dimension for width “A” allows for the required
1-1/2” clearance at the sides of the STANDARD replace.
D. Rough framing dimension for depth “C” allows for the required
1-1/2” clearance at the back of the STANDARD replace.
The following chart of dimensions is intended to aid in the positioning of
an STANDARD replace in a corner condition where the DM 54 chimney
must turn 45° degrees to align with overhead framing.
Firebox A B C D
Model 36 43” 49” 35” 72”
Model 42 49” 52” 37” 75”
Model 46 53” 54” 39” 79”
Notes:
A. “A” reects the STANDARD Series base plate dimension.
B. “B” reects the STANDARD Series outside center of rebox base plate
to inside corner of frame wall.
C. “C” dimension reects the distance from the corner of the rebox posi-
tioned 1 1/2” from frame wall to inside corner of frame wall.
D. “D” dimension reects the distance from the outside frame wall per-
pendicular to the rebox to the inside corner of the frame wall.
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