SUPERIOR WCT2042WS (01) PDF Document

To ensure safe operation of your SUPERIOR WCT2042WS, follow these safety precautions:

Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.

Do not place clothing or other flammable materials on or near the appliance.

Never leave children unattended when a fire is burning in the fireplace.

Use solid wood or processed solid fuel fire logs only. Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for application in the fireplace and refer to the firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use.

This fireplace is not intended to be used as a substitute for a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for supplemental heat only.

The SUPERIOR WCT2042WS is designed to burn natural well-seasoned wood. Do not burn the following prohibited fuels:

Garbage, lawn clippings, or yard waste.

Materials containing rubber, including tires, or materials containing plastic.

Waste petroleum products, paints or paint thinners, or asphalt products.

Materials containing asbestos or construction/demolition debris.

Railroad ties or pressure-treated wood; woods that have been dipped in tar, pitch, pine tar, creosote, etc.

Manure or animal remains.

Salt water driftwood or other previously salt water saturated materials.

Unseasoned wood or Christmas tree branches.

Paper products, colored paper, cardboard, plywood, or particleboard.

Gasoline, naphtha, engine oil, flammable liquids, solvents, or grease.

Charcoal or coal.

Burning improper fuel such as charcoal can result in carbon monoxide poisoning, which may lead to death.

Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes 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 or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

The damper handle, which opens and closes the damper blade, is located inside the firebox at the center towards the back wall. Proper operation steps include:

To open the damper: Pushing the handle back into the keyway slot will free the damper blade to automatically open. The vent damper must be locked in the full open position before operating the fireplace.

To close the damper: Push the handle back into the keyhole slot, then pull down and forward to lock it in place.

When using the decorative appliance, the fireplace damper must be set in the fully open position.

Overfiring is a condition where excessive temperatures are reached, beyond the design capabilities of the appliance. Conditions that could cause overfiring include:

Burning quantities of scrap lumber, pine branches, paper, or cardboard boxes which exceed the volume of the normal log fire.

Burning trash, chemicals, or chemically treated combustibles.

To avoid overfiring, do not build a fire that is too large and ensure the combustion air gate is not restricted. If the appliance or chimney connector glows, you are overfiring.

Glass doors are optional. When the fireplace is in operation, the doors must be in the fully opened or fully closed position only to avoid fire hazards. Operating the fireplace with doors partly open can draw gas and flame out of the fireplace opening, creating risks of both fire and smoke.

Always allow the tempered glass to warm slowly and evenly. Never allow flames to contact the glass directly. Discontinue use immediately if the doors are damaged and contact a qualified installer for repair.

To clean the glass, use any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water. Do not use abrasive materials and do not clean the glass with cool water if it is still hot from the fire or smoke.

If your fireplace continues to smoke, check the following common causes:

Negative pressure in the house: Air going up the chimney must be replaced. Try opening a nearby window temporarily to provide a fresh air supply.

Blowers operating: Range hoods or other exhaust fans can draw air out of the house, creating negative pressure. Turn off blowers and open a window to check if this resolves the issue.

Wet wood: Use properly seasoned hardwood. Wet or tarred wood will smolder and smoke instead of burning properly.

Dirty or blocked chimney: Ensure the chimney is clear and clean. A certified chimney sweep should be used for cleaning.

Chimney height: Ensure the chimney meets the minimum height requirement of 12 feet (or 15 feet if installed with offsets).

Poor draft: If there is no fire, check for draft by lighting a piece of paper in the upper part of the firebox to warm the chimney before starting a full fire.

When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and organic vapors that combine with moisture to form creosote. This residue accumulates on the flue lining and can ignite, causing an extremely hot fire. The chimney should be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine if creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated 1/8 inch (3 mm) or more, it must be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

Seasoning ensures that the wood contains less than 20% moisture for optimal burning. Use the following guide for seasoning times:

Softwoods: 6 months to 18 months.

Hardwoods: 12 months to 24 months.

Logs that are 5 inches in diameter or larger should be split in half. Logs over 8 inches should be split into three pieces, and those over a foot should be split into four pieces. Even if a tree has been dead for 2 to 4 years, it still needs to be cut, split, and seasoned for 6 to 24 months depending on the wood type.

The standard framing dimensions for the SUPERIOR WCT2042WS are as follows:

Height: 37 5/8 inches (956 mm)

Width: 44 1/4 inches (1124 mm)

Depth: 22 inches (559 mm)

Note that if the fireplace is installed on carpeting, tile, or any combustible material other than wood flooring, it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace.

The following minimum clearances must be maintained for a safe installation:

Back and sides of fireplace: 3/4 inch (19 mm) minimum (not required at nailing flanges).

Floor: 0 inches (0 mm) minimum.

Perpendicular wall to opening: 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.

Top spacers: 0 inches (0 mm) minimum.

Chimney outer pipe surface: 1 inch (26 mm) minimum.

Mantel clearances: Combustible materials projecting from the front face must not be placed within 12 inches of the fireplace opening (and within 9 inches of the top louver opening).

The following table lists the gain for various chimney and termination components:

A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed for vented or vent-free decorative gas appliances. Follow these steps:

1. Remove the knockout indentation on the refractory or firebrick wall located above the refractory hearth floor. Firmly tap it with a solid object, such as a 1/2 inch dowel, until it is released.

2. Remove the gas line cover plate and pull out insulation from the gas line conduit sleeve. Save the insulation for reuse.

3. Run a 1/2 inch black iron gas line into the fireplace through the rear at the gas line conduit sleeve.

4. Repack insulation around the gas line and seal any gaps with refractory cement.

Warning: All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks using a soap and water solution. Never use an open flame for leak testing. Testing should be performed by a qualified service person.

A hearth extension is required to protect combustible floor construction. It must project at least 20 inches in front of and 12 inches beyond each side of the fireplace opening. The extension must be fabricated from noncombustible, inorganic material with a thermal conductivity (k factor) of 0.84 or less at 1 inch thick. If the hearth extension is to be covered, use noncombustible materials such as tile, slate, brick, concrete, or stone.

The chimney heights for the SUPERIOR WCT2042WS must adhere to the following limits:

Minimum height for a straight flue or one elbow set: 14.5 feet from the base of the fireplace to the flue gas outlet.

Minimum height for systems with two elbow sets: 22 feet.

Maximum height for any system: 50 feet.

The maximum length of pipe between supports for an angle run is 6 feet, with a maximum of two 6-foot angle run sections allowed per chimney system.

Do not install a fireplace insert in this fireplace unless the manufacturer’s instructions provided with the insert specifically state that the SUPERIOR WCT2042WS has been tested for use with that specific insert.

Airtight homes with exhaust fans (like kitchen fans or clothes dryers) can create negative pressure, causing back-drafting of smoke into the home. To correct this, provide adequate fresh air for combustion by opening a window or installing an outside air kit. The SUPERIOR WCT2042WS requires a draft test reading between 0.04 inches W.C. and 0.08 inches W.C. for proper performance.

To avoid the risk of fire and maintain safe operation, only replace the grate with IHP model 107001-02. This specific grate is designed to keep the operation of the fireplace safe and efficient.