Napoleon EPI 1402 - User Manual

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W415-0764 / B / 10.28.11
INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS ALONE WITH THE APPLIANCE.
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 0G8 Canada /
103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030
Phone (705)721-1212 • Fax (705)722-6031 • www.napoleonfi replaces.com • ask@napoleonproducts.com
SAFETY INFORMATION
!
WARNING
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a
fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or death. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage,
bodily injury or even death. Please read entire manual before
you install and use your appliance.
This appliance has not been tested with an unvented gas log
set. To reduce risk of fi re or injury, do not install an unvented
gas log set into the appliance.
- This appliance can be very hot when burning.
- Combustible materials such as fi rewood, wet clothing, etc. placed too
close can catch fi re.
- Children and pets must be kept from touching the appliance when it is hot.
- The chimney must be sound and free of cracks. Before installing this unit,
contact the local building or fi re authority and follow their guidelines.
- Operate only with the door tightly closed.
- Burn wood behind the log retainer directly on the fi rebricks.
- Do not use an elevated grate or otherwise raise the fi re.
- At least 14 square inches of outside air must be admitted to the room or
directly to the unit through a 4” diameter pipe.
- This appliance is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher effi ciencies
and lower emissions generally result when burning air dried seasoned
hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to green or freshly cut
hardwoods.
- Do not start a fi re with chemicals or fl uids such as gasoline, engine oil,
etc.
- Do not burn treated wood, coal, charcoal, colored paper, cardboard,
solvents or garbage.
- Do not let the appliance become hot enough for any part to glow red.
- KEEP THE STOVE TOP TEMPERATURE BELOW 700°F (371°C). Attempts to
achieve heat output rates that exceed design specifi cations can result in
steel distortion and damage.
$10.00
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE
BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL
COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO
TOUCH GLASS.
!
WARNING
CERTIFIED UNDER U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (E.P.A.) JULY 1990 40 C.F. R. PART 60 AND THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRON-
MENTAL QUALITY (D.E.Q.) PARTICULATE EMISSION STANDARDS BY E.E.M.C THESE STOVES HAVE BEEN TESTED AND LISTED BY INTERTEK TESTING
SERVICES TO STANDARDS: ULC S628, UL 1482. MODEL 1100 HAS BEEN TESTED AND LISTED FOR INSTALLATION IN MOBILE HOMES.
EPI 1101 & 1402
WOOD INSERT
1402 Illustrated

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Critical safety warnings for installation and operation.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW OF COMPONENTS

Visual guide showing key components and their location.

INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL OPERATING AND INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

Essential precautions for operating and installing the appliance.

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL DIMENSIONS

Physical measurements for EPI 1101 and 1402 models.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Key performance data and capacities of the appliance.

GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Compliance, wiring, and operational instructions.

APPLIANCE GENERAL INFORMATION

Details on EPA standards and clean-burning technology.

PROP 65 WARNING AND INSTALLATION HINTS

CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING

Information on potential chemical exposure from smoke.

PORCELAIN ENAMEL INSERT INSTALLATION HINT

Specific advice for installing porcelain enamel inserts.

RATING PLATE INFORMATION

RATING PLATE DETAILS

Information from the appliance's certification and rating plate.

INSTALLATION PLANNING

MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

Specifies required distances from combustible materials.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

INSTALLATION SAFETY WARNINGS

Crucial safety precautions during the installation process.

MASONRY CHIMNEY INSTALLATION

TYPICAL MASONRY CHIMNEY SETUP

Guidelines for connecting to an existing masonry chimney.

FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE REQUIREMENTS

Installation rules for factory-built fireplaces.

LOW CLEARANCE FLUE CONNECTOR (1402)

LOW CLEARANCE FLUE CONNECTOR (1402)

Details on an optional connector for tight installations.

FINISHING THE APPLIANCE

BRICKS AND BAFFLES INSTALLATION

Instructions for fitting internal components like bricks and baffles.

DOOR INSTALLATION AND HANDLING

DOOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Steps for detaching and reattaching the appliance door.

DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION

How to attach the door handle assembly.

FLASHING INSTALLATION

TOP FLASHING INSTALLATION

Procedure for installing the top flashing and trim piece.

APPLIANCE OPERATION

OPERATION SAFETY WARNINGS

Critical safety rules to follow when using the appliance.

BLOWER OPERATION

BLOWER SYSTEM DETAILS

Information on the appliance's blower system and its function.

AIR CONTROL AND SAFETY DEVICES

AIR CONTROL MECHANISM

How to adjust airflow for optimal burning.

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND SMOKE DETECTORS

Recommendations for fire safety equipment.

FUEL GUIDELINES

PROPER FUEL SELECTION

What types of wood and fuel are suitable and unsuitable.

FIRE LIGHTING PROCEDURES

STARTING A FIRE (FLASH FIRE)

How to quickly start a small fire.

MAINTAINING AN EXTENDED FIRE

How to build and manage a longer-lasting fire.

SMOKING ISSUES

TROUBLESHOOTING APPLIANCE SMOKING

Identifying and resolving causes of smoke spillage.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

ASH REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL

Safe practices for cleaning out ashes.

CREOSOTE MANAGEMENT

How creosote forms and how to remove it.

CHIMNEY FIRE MANAGEMENT

RUNAWAY OR CHIMNEY FIRE RESPONSE

Steps to take during a chimney fire.

CHIMNEY CLEANING REQUIREMENTS

Frequency and methods for cleaning the chimney.

GLASS AND GASKET REPLACEMENT

GLASS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE

Detailed steps for replacing the appliance glass.

GASKET REPLACEMENT

Instructions for replacing worn gaskets.

CARE AND CLEANING

CARE OF APPLIANCE GLASS

Tips for keeping the glass clean and preventing damage.

CARE OF PLATED PARTS

Maintenance for plated surfaces.

BLOWER SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT

BLOWER SERVICE (MODEL 1101)

Procedure for accessing and servicing the blower in the 1101 model.

BLOWER SERVICE (MODEL 1402)

Procedure for accessing and servicing the blower in the 1402 model.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Information on obtaining replacement parts and common components.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

COMMON APPLIANCE PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

Diagnosing and resolving operational issues.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

PRESIDENTS LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

Details of the comprehensive warranty coverage.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Terms, exclusions, and limitations of the warranty.

SERVICE HISTORY LOG

APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY

A log to record maintenance and service dates.

USER NOTES

NOTES SECTION

A blank space for user observations or reminders.

Napoleon EPI 1402 Specifications

General

Weight	130 lbs
Finish	Black
Flame Effect	Realistic
Remote Control	Yes
Fuel Type	Natural Gas or Propane
Ignition	Electronic
Log Set Material	Ceramic Fiber
Venting	Direct Vent
Log Size	18"
Emissions	N/A (Electric)
Burner Type	N/A (Electric)