What to do if my Temp-Cast 2000 Indoor Fireplace lights okay but goes out quickly?
If your Temp-Cast Indoor Fireplace lights but goes out before the kindling catches, or if there's excess smoke, the issue could be due to several reasons. Ensure you're using dry kindling, such as cedar shavings or twisted newspaper. Also, verify that the chimney damper is open, there are no obstructions in the chimney, and the fresh air intake is open.
Why is my Temp-Cast Indoor Fireplace not producing enough heat?
If your Temp-Cast Indoor Fireplace burns well but doesn't produce enough heat, the wood might not be fully dried (it should be 20% or less). You may also need to burn more wood. Another cause might be that the fireplace was incorrectly installed, so it is important to review the Planning Guide & Installation Manual regarding correct facade materials & installation.
How to fix a downdraft in my Temp-Cast 2000 Indoor Fireplace?
If the match blows out when testing the draft of your Temp-Cast Indoor Fireplace, indicating a downdraft, it could be due to a cold exterior chimney, negative house pressure, or windy conditions. To resolve this, you can pre-heat the chimney. Also, turn off all exhaust fans and other fireplaces to reduce negative house pressure. In windy conditions, close windows and doors on upper floors.
What to do if smoke spills when I open the Temp-Cast 2000 Indoor Fireplace door?
If your Temp-Cast Indoor Fireplace burns well, but smoke spills out when you open the door, the chimney, base manifold, or heat exchange channels might be partially obstructed. Inspect the chimney for too many offsets or obstructions. Another cause could be negative pressure, especially in airtight construction. Try opening a window near the fireplace before opening the door.
Why does my Temp-Cast 2000 burn poorly with excess smoke?
If your Temp-Cast Indoor Fireplace lights but burns poorly with excess smoke and not enough heat, it could be due to damp wood. Also, make sure that the air intake is checked. The wood size might also be too large; use smaller pieces of wood with a maximum diameter of 5 inches.
Explains the necessity of slowly driving off water from the refractory to prevent damage.
Detailed daily steps for curing the fireplace over a five-day period.
Guidance on building fires, including general methods and the top-down technique for efficiency.
Methods for controlling heat output, understanding overfiring, and maximizing efficiency.
Instructions on using the bake oven, avoiding open fireplace mode, and essential safety precautions.
Defines chimney draft and explains the stack effect's impact on home pressure.
Steps to fix poor draft and the role of replacement air devices in resolving negative pressure.
Details the warranty duration for refractory and metal parts, and lists exclusions.
Outlines the requirements for warranty claims, including registration and proof of purchase.
This document is an owner's manual and warranty for a Temp-Cast Model 2000 Fireplace, a type of masonry heater.
The Temp-Cast Model 2000 Fireplace is a masonry heater designed for efficient and safe wood burning, providing radiant heat to a home. Unlike conventional wood stoves or fireplaces, masonry heaters store heat in their large thermal mass and release it slowly over many hours. This design aims for high combustion efficiency, reduced air pollution, and sustained heat output from a relatively short, hot fire. The fireplace can also be equipped with an optional bake oven for cooking after the fire has burned out.
General| Brand | Temp-Cast |
|---|---|
| Model | 2000 |
| Category | Indoor Fireplace |
| Language | English |
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