Section 1 - Introduction
Temp-Cast 2000 Installation Manual February 2010
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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Temp-Cast 2000 is a modular "site-built"
fireplace kit. The assembled modules form the
"core" of the fireplace, including internal flue
passages. The Standard Fireplace package also
contains a cast iron fire grate, two soot cleanout
doors, refractory joint-sealing mortar, corrugated
cardboard spacers, gasket material, and assorted
fasteners.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY
BEFORE BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD, HAMPER THE
PERFORMANCE OF THE FIREPLACE AND
VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
IMPORTANT: Review Section 5,
"Avoiding Installation Errors" before
beginning the installation!
SITE PREPARATION
The following instructions detail the assembly of the
Temp-Cast 2000 Fireplace, on a properly prepared
and supported concrete pad. Support requirements
are described in the Temp-Cast Planning Guide, and
related Plan Drawings. If you require assistance
with the support details for the fireplace or other
preparatory work, please contact your dealer or the
factory. If you are unsure regarding any aspect of the
installation of this product, please contact:
Temp-Cast Enviroheat Ltd, 3409 Yonge St,
Bedford Park Postal Outlet, Box 94059
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4N 3R1.
Tel: 416-322-5197 Fax: 416-486-3624
Toll-free 1-800-561-8594
Email: staywarm@tempcast.com
CLEARANCES
A minimum clearance of 4" (100mm) from the back
and sides of the completed fireplace (i.e. from the
masonry facing) to combustible materials is required.
The clearance required from the top of the heater is
10" (250mm).
48” (1200mm) clearance is required in front of the
door & a non-combustible hearth of 16” (400mm)
deep is required, extending 8” either side of the
door.( approx. 38” [1m] wide). Also, a clearance of
2" (50mm) is required between the chimney and any
combustible construction. (See Fig 1 & 1-1 below.)
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