EWF36A
Fireplace
Homeowner’s
Installation and
Operating
Manual
SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED,
OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,
BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS
ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN
YOUR AREA.
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Safety Information
Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
This fireplace and chimney system must be vented to
the out-of-doors.
Description
The EWF36A fireplace is a solid fuel, woodburning,
heat circulating fireplace.
Do not obstruct or modify air inlets/outlets in any
manner.
Precautions
Do not install combustible materials on any of the
black fireplace surround.
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products fireplaces and
component parts have been highly tested and will
operate safely when installed in accordance with
instructions provided in this manual. Carefully read and
understand all instructions before beginning installa-
tion.
Burn only solid wood fuel.
The EWF36A is intended for operation with the
doors closed or fully open only with the optional
spark screen in place.
Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other
products not specified for use with this fireplace.
If you notice any damage to fireplace or component
parts, immediately report damage to your Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products dealer.
This fireplace is not approved for installation in
mobile homes.
Only use Vermont Castings, Majestic Products compo-
nents or the warranty will be voided and a fire hazard
may be created.
NOTE: Hairline cracks in hearth brick and ash lips
are not a safety issue and do not need to be re-
placed.
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products warranty will be
voided by and Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
disclaims any responsibility for the following actions:
Drafts
The fireplace should not be located in areas that create
drafts (ie: frequently opened doors and central heating
air inlets/outlets) that hamper the normal flow of air into
the fire.
• Installation of any damaged fireplace or
chimney component;
• Modification of fireplace, chimney assembly
or any component parts thereof; (except for
chase flashings as detailed in Vermont Castings,
Majestic Products’ Chimney Top installation
instructions).
EWF36A
Listed
UL / ULc127
• Installation other than as instructed by Ver-
Standard for Factory Built Fireplaces
mont Castings, Majestic Products; or
• Installation and/or use of any component part
not manufactured or approved by Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products in combination or
assembly with a Vermont Castings, Majestic
Products fireplace system, notwithstanding
any independent testing laboratory or other
third party approval of such component parts
or accessory.
Any such action may possibly cause a fire hazard.
Consult local building codes to ensure that you are in
compliance before installing the fireplace.
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Specifications
EWF36A
*Under specific test conditions used during EPA emis-
sions standard testing.
Range of heat output* ............... 11,300 - 75,500 Btu/hr
Maximum heat output**..... in excess of 100,000 Btu/hr
EPA emissions rating (g/h, catalytic) ...................... 2.4*
Area heated*** .............. Up to 2500 sq. ft. (558 sq. m)
Size of wood splits ................... 18” - 24” (450-610mm)
Fuel Capacity ........................................... 40lbs. (18kg)
Loading ................................................................ Front
Flue size..................................................... 8” (200mm)
Fireplace weight ................................................ 741lbs.
Primary Air Control ............................................ Manual
Glass panel ......................... High-temperature ceramic
Flue exit position ..................................................... Top
Blower rating .............................. 160cfm. (115V, 60Hz)
**This value can vary depending on how the unit is
operated, and the type and moisture content of the fuel
used. Figure shown is based on maximum fuel con-
sumption obtained under laboratory conditions and on
average efficiencies.
***These values are based on operation in building-
code conforming homes under typical winter climate
conditions. If your home is of nonstandard construction
(e.g. unusually well insulated, not insulated, built under
ground, etc.) or if you live in a more severe or more
temperate climate, these figures may not apply. Since
so many variables affect performance, consult your
Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer to determine
realistic expectations for your home.
EWF36A Woodburning Fireplace
Rough
Opening
Depth
41" (1041mm)
67¹⁄₄" (1708mm)
1" (25mm)
27"
8¹⁄₂"
(216mm)
(686mm)
13¹⁄₂" Dia.
(343mm)
26"
(660mm)
)
m
⁵⁄₈" Recessed
(16mm) Nailing
Flange
Rough Opening Width 43"
1"
)
m
)
" (1207m
¹⁄₂
47
m
(1092mm)
5/8" (16m
Rough
Opening
Height
95" (2413m
47¹⁄₂"
(1207mm)
51¹⁄₂"
(1308mm)
12⁷⁄₈"
(327mm)
Outside
Air
12⁷⁄₈"
(327mm)
14¹⁄₄"
(362mm)
36" (914mm)
41" (1041mm)
12¹⁄₂"
(318mm)
14¹⁄₄"
(362mm)
4⁷⁄₈"
(124mm)
Electrical
Access
Fig. 1 EWF36A specifications and framing.
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Chase Installation
Insulation methods shown are
optional for cold climate, not a
requirement for unit operation.
Termination Cap
Storm Collar
Pan Flashing
Batt Insulation
(cut out around
firestop)
Draftstop
Firestop
Ceiling Level
Batt Insulation
MUST be
Standoff
used in the
Chase.
Brick Ledge
Outside Air
Cover Plate
Andiron
Metal Safety Strips
(1,2 or 3 pieces)
FP554a
Fig. 2 Fireplace and chase parts identification.
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Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations
Offset
CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT
Rise
Chimney
Section
FP282
30°
Elbow
Return
30˚ Elbow Offsets
Elbow
B
G
A
1'
1¹⁄₂'
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Offset
3"
8¹⁄₄"
3' 4'
Rise
G
30°
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11"
20"
Offset
Elbow
0
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D
C
E
6 FT.
Rise
11¹⁄₄" 25¹⁄₄"
13¹⁄₂" 29¹⁄₄"
16¹⁄₂" 34¹⁄₄"
20¹⁄₄" 40³⁄₄"
21³⁄₄" 43¹⁄₂"
26¹⁄₄" 51¹⁄₄"
28¹⁄₂" 55¹⁄₄"
31¹⁄₂" 60¹⁄₄”
34¹⁄₂" 65¹⁄₂"
37¹⁄₂" 70³⁄₄"
41¹⁄₂" 77³⁄₄"
45" 83³⁄₄"
47¹⁄₄" 87¹⁄₂"
51"
53¹⁄₄"
56¹⁄₄" 103¹⁄₄"
59¹⁄₄" 108¹⁄₂"
62¹⁄₄" 113¹⁄₂"
64¹⁄₂" 117¹⁄₂"
68¹⁄₄"
70¹⁄₂"
74¹⁄₄" 134¹⁄₂"
78" 140³⁄₄"
81"
84" 151¹⁄₄"
87" 156¹⁄₂"
89¹⁄₄" 160¹⁄₄"
93" 166³⁄₄"
95¹⁄₄" 170³⁄₄"
99¹⁄₄" 177³⁄₄"
TCS8A
Support
30°
Return
Elbow
H
Offset
H
30°
Offset
Elbow
B
Hearth
Floor
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
94"
98"
FP269
Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet.
Air Space Clearances: "S" Series (3-wall) = 2" Min. to Combustibles
Illustration Key
The following safety rules apply to
offset installations (letters correspond
with illustration above):
C. The chimney cannot be more than 30˚
(45˚ in Canada) from the vertical plane in
any installation*.
124"
128"
D. The maximum length of the angled run
of the total chimney system is 20 feet. (G
plus H cannot exceed 20 feet.)
A. Height of the chimney is measured
from the hearth to the chimney exit.
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
146"
EWF36A
E. A chimney support (Model TCS8A) is
required every 6 feet of angled run of
chimney. Chimney supports are required
for every 30 feet and 60 feet of vertical
chimney height above the hearth.
Maximum:
Minimum:
50'
Without Elbows
With 2 Elbows*
With 4 Elbows*
17’0"
19’0"
21’0"
Determine the offset distance of your
chimney arrangement from the centerline
of the fireplace to the centerline of the
chimney where it is to pass through the
first ceiling.
2 101¹⁄₄" 181³⁄₄"
2 104¹⁄₄" 186¹⁄₄"
2 107¹⁄₄" 191¹⁄₂"
B. Do not use more than 4 elbows per
chimney.
Attach the straps of the return (top)
elbow to a structural framing member.
2
3
3
3
110¹⁄₄" 196³⁄₄"
114" 203¹⁄₄"
117³⁄₄" 209³⁄₄"
120" 213¹⁄₂"
NOTE: This offset distance may not be
your full offset distance. See Examples 2
and 3.
The offset (first) elbow of any pair does
not have straps.
3 123³⁄₄"
220"
Fig. 3 Chimney system requirements.
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Planning Information
Planning an installation is very important to ensure
safety and to save time and money. An installer must
predetermine where a fireplace will be set and how the
chimney system will be run.
5. No more than 2 offsets (4 total 30° elbows in U.S./or
2 total 45° elbows in Canada) per fireplace may be
used.
6. A guy wire stabilizer is required for chimneys extend-
ing more than 6’ (1.8m) above a roof line.
Mounting the Fireplace
The Ten Foot Rule
The fireplace is shipped with lifting handles attached to
each side with lifting straps. NOTE: The lifting straps
are intended for ligting unit off of the skid and final
positioning. Unit should remain on skid until final
positioning. After fireplace is in position, the lifting
handle and straps may be removed or left in place.
Major U.S. building codes specify a minimum chimney
height above the roof top. The “Ten Foot Rule” is a fire
safety rule and not a draft rule. To ensure proper draft,
it is recommended that you always meet or exceed the
“Ten Foot Rule,” especially when installing a termination
on a high pitch roof. (Fig. 5)
A fireplace may only be mounted on the following
surfaces:
The key points of the "Ten Foot Rule" are:
1. A flat combustible surface.
2. A raised wooden platform.
3. A concrete block or other solid object placed beneath
each of the four (4) corners of the fireplace.
1. If the horizontal distance from the chimney to the
peak of the roof is 10’ (3m) or less, the top of the
chimney must be at least 2’ (610mm) above the peak
of the roof, but never less than 3’ (914mm) in height
above the highest point where it passes through the
roof.
The fireplace must be spaced 1” from a combustible
back wall and 1” from a combustible side wall or
support. (Page 13, Fig. 17)
2. If a horizontal distance from the chimney to the peak
of the roof is more than 10’ (3m), a chimney height
reference point is established that is on the surface
of the roof a distance of 10’ (3m) from the chimney in
a horizontal plane. The top of the chimney must be at
least 2’ (610mm) above the reference point, but
never less than 3’ (914mm) in height above the
highest point where it passes through the roof.
Planning the Chimney Run
TOTAL
LENGTH
INSTALLED
LENGTH
L
L
L
T
1
1
TRIPLE
WALL
(L )
(L )
T
1
11¹⁄₂
17¹⁄₂
35¹⁄₂
47¹⁄₂
"
"
"
"
81
818
83
10¹⁄₂
16¹⁄₂
34¹⁄₂
46¹⁄₂
"
"
"
"
0 To 10’
84
2’ Min.
0 To 10’
3’
FP288a
Min.
Fig. 4 Installed lengths of chimney sections.
2’ Min.
3’
Min.
Determine how the chimney will be run, length of run
and chimney components required to complete the job.
(Fig. 4) Never install a chimney below minimum
heights.
Reference
Point
AC246
In planning a chimney system, it is important to know:
1. The height of a chimney is measured from the
hearth to the exit point on the termination.
2. A chimney cannot be offset more than 30° from a
vertical plane.
Fig. 5 Ten Foot Rule illustration.
3. A chimney may run straight up or it may be neces-
sary to offset it to avoid obstructions.
4. The maximum length of an angled run (total chimney
system) is 20 feet.
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Chimney Supports
Installation
The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for
vertical chimney heights less than 30’ (9m) above the
hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical
height exceeds 30’ (9m). Locate chimney supports at
ceiling holes or other structural framing at 30’ (9m)
heights. Spacing between chimney supports must not
exceed 30’ (9m). Use Chimney Support Model TCS8A.
(NOTE: The TCS8A cannot be mounted directly to
the fireplace.) Support provided by elbow straps fulfills
the support requirement only if they are spaced as
previously described. (A chimney support is 2¹⁄₂"
(64mm) long when installed.)
Insulating Fireplace Enclosure
for Cold Climates
If you live in a cold climate, it is not required but
highly recommended that you insulate fireplace
enclosure to eliminate cold air penetration as much as
possible.
Insulate base of fireplace with a noncombustible
insulation rated for a minimum of 300° F. Insulating is
very important for outside wall installations over a
concrete slab. If fireplace is installed on a platform,
insulation should be placed on top of the platform
before fireplace is set. (Fig. 7)
Angled chimney runs require a support every 6’ (1.8m)
in addition to the elbow straps. Chimney supports are
used for this function. (Fig. 6)
When a fireplace is installed in a chase or on an
outside wall, enclosure should be treated like any
outside wall in a home. Insulation should be installed
on the inside wall as well as the outside wall(s). In a
chase, it is also a good idea to install a firestop at the
first ceiling level above the fireplace and enclose the
chase with sheeting material. Insulation may then be
installed above sheeting material to assure the space
around the fireplace is totally protected. (Fig. 2)
Chimney
Support Strap
When installing the chimney, DO NOT caulk between
outer pipe and firestop. It is vital that some air be
allowed to flow through this very thin gap.
TCS8A
CAUTION: When installing a fireplace in an
insulated enclosure, be sure all required air
spaces are maintained. (Page 13, Fig. 17)
FP284a
Fig. 6 Chimney support installation.
Chase Installation
A chase is a vertical box-like structure which encloses
the fireplace and/or chimney. Chases are typically built
on the outside of the house with fireplace opening cut
into the outer wall of a room. (Page 5, Fig. 2)
If you need help in determining fireplace location or how
the chimney system should be run, contact your Ver-
mont Castings, Majestic Products dealer for assistance.
Hard
Flat
Surface
Insulation
Platform
FPC555a
Fig. 7 Insulating between platform and fireplace.
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Framing
Using a plumb bob positioned directly over center point
of fireplace flue collar, mark the ceiling to establish the
chimney center point. (Fig. 8)
Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace
is set in place, however, most installers build the frame
before setting the fireplace.
Chimney Centerline
Actual Centerpoint
Frame fireplace with 2 x 4 lumber or heavier materials.
Refer to framing dimensions in Figure 1 for basic
fireplace specifications.
9¹⁄₂"
(241mm)
NOTE: Framing should be positioned to accommodate
wall covering and fireplace facing material.
EB1 (Receptacle) Hookup
Option for Circulating Models Only
Wiring should be installed by a certified electrician.
Turn off circuit breaker before wiring models.
Plumb Line
Plumb Bob
Once fireplace is secured, complete wiring the fan kit.
Remove knockout in the center of the back of the EB1
and install listed cable clamps. Feed electrical wire
through listed cable clamp leaving approximately six (6)
inches of wire exposed through the EB1. Secure listed
cable clamp to the wire.
Imaginary
Centerpoint
Attach white wire from power source to one (1) wire of
receptacle and secure with nut. Attach black wire from
power source to the other wire of receptacle and
secure with nut. Be sure nuts are secured tightly.
Secure EB1 assembly to inside of electrical box
coverplate using two screws. Attach cover to face of the
EB1 while being careful to position excess wire com-
pletely within the EB1, then attach coverplate to fire-
place.
Chimney Set-Up
Since you have already planned the chimney run, you
should know exactly how the installation is to be
accomplished - how much pipe is required, the number
of elbows, if any, and type of termination to be used.
FPC556a
CAUTION: Report to your dealer any parts damaged in
shipment, specifically check the end connection of
chimney sections and elbows.
Fig. 8 Locate centerline of chimney with plumb line.
Offset Installation
NOTE: The EWF36A fireplace must use Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products model triple wall 8” chim-
ney components only. The installation procedure
described in this manual applies only to this system.
In order to clear an obstruction, it may be necessary to
offset chimney from vertical. This is accomplished by
using elbows. Use the 30˚ Offset Elbow table on Page 6
to determine proper offset and parts required.
Each offset requires two (2) elbows. The second elbow
is equipped with support straps. It is very important to
install the second elbow in each offset as close to the
ceiling or support as possible so that the elbow straps
can be secured to framing members to help support the
weight of the chimney.
Straight-Up Chimney Installation
To mark the centerline of the flue, put the fireplace in
final position and measure out from the wall: 9¹⁄₂"
(241mm). Mark a spot on the ceiling directly above the
fireplace. Draw a line parallel to the back wall through
this mark. (Fig. 8)
Determine offset distance of your chimney arrangement
from centerline of fireplace to centerline of chimney
where it is to pass through ceiling.
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Locate center point of the chimney on ceiling as though
a straight up chimney arrangement is to be used.
Measure your offset dimension from straight up chim-
ney center point on ceiling.
17¹⁄₂”
(445mm)
Existing
Ceiling
Joists
17¹⁄₂”
(445mm)
Chimney
Hole
Ceiling Chimney Hole/
Possible Obstructions
The size of the hole in ceiling will vary with the angle at
which the chimney passes through ceiling.
Drive a nail up through ceiling at marked chimney
center point. Go to floor above and see where hole will
be cut. Check to see where existing ceiling joists and
other possible obstructions are located...i.e. wiring,
plumbing etc... If necessary, re-position chimney and/or
fireplace to avoid obstructions.
New Framing
Members
Ceiling
FP551b
Fig. 10 Typical frame for ceiling chimney hole.
Cutting the Hole
Cover fireplace collar opening and cut proper sized
chimney hole in chimney.
Framing the Ceiling Hole
Frame the ceiling chimney hole as shown in Figure 10.
It is good practice to use framing lumber that is the
same size as the ceiling joists; this is a requirement at
attic level.
“Z” Metal Safety
Strips (1 or 2 pcs.)
“Z” Safety
Strip
The following table gives firestop spacer model num-
bers:
Fire-
Decorative
Hearth
Chimney Hole Size
place
1¹⁄₂”
(38mm)
Face
Angle of Chimney at Ceiling
1/2” Min.
Overlap
Plat-
form
Size of Chimney
8” Flue
Vertical
30°
FS6A
FS2A
17¹⁄₂” x 17¹⁄₂”
17⁷⁄₈” x 29⁵⁄₈”
Hearth Ext.
FP557b
(445 x 445mm) (454 x 753mm)
Fig. 11 Safety strip installation.
Fig. 9 Ceiling chimney hole sizes necessary for installing
firestop spacer.
supplied with the fireplace and are required for installa-
tion. The safety strips provided have a 1” offset. For
applications with a greater offset, “Z” shaped strips will
have to be fabricated of metal. Overlap safety strips at
least 1/2” to provide a positive joint. The safety strips
must also extend at least 1¹⁄₂” (38mm) beyond the sides
of the fireplace. (Fig. 11)
The inside dimension of the frame must be the same
as the hole size selected from Figure 9 in order to
provide required the 2” (51mm) air space between the
outside diameter of the chimney and the edges of the
framed ceiling hole.
NOTE: Safety strips are not required over noncombus-
tible floors where all supports at the base of the fire-
place are noncombustible.
Positioning, Safety Strips,
Securing the Fireplace
Four (4) nailing flanges are supplied with the fireplace
(found on the fireplace hearth). To level the box and
secure it firmly in place, remove the nailing flanges from
the hearth and install at the sides of the fireplace as
shown in Figure 12.
Slide fireplace into position.
Safety strips are used to ensure that any combustible
materials in front of the fireplace are protected even
though a noncombustible hearth extension is required.
When the finished extended hearth is added, the top of
the finished hearth must be flush with the bottom of the
fireplace. “Z” shaped metal safety strips have been
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Duct run must be limited to a maximum distance of 40
feet from the fireplace pipe collar to duct termination.
This will provide the least restriction to air flow. No more
than four (4) 90° elbows can be used. Duct run may be
horizontal, vertical, inclined or any combination of
these. Vertical duct runs must be at least three (3) feet
below the fireplace chimney flue exit. (Fig. 13) You are
now ready to install the AK-MST Outside Air Kit.
Nail Top
Standoffs
Nail Side
Nailing
Flanges
Duct Termination Must
be More Than 3’
Below Chimney
Attic
FP1197
Fig. 12 Fasten fireplace in position.
Duct
Termination
Ceiling
Installating Outside Air Kit
An outside air kit may be installed on the EWF36A. If
desired, or if local codes mandate the use of an air kit,
then two (2) AK-MSTs are required to complete the
installation (from air kit to the outdoors). If the outside
air kits are to be used, the AK-MSTs MUST be installed
BEFORE the fireplace is enclosed.
40’ Max.
Duct Run
Duct
NOTE: Four (4) inch Class 1 air duct, material or metal
duct (not supplied) may be used with AK-MST. (For
installation in New York State, only aluminum,
noncombustible flexible or type “O” metal ducting
is permissible.)
Soffit Termination
Installation Precautions
The duct termination should be located so it is exposed
to an out-of-doors opening at least 100 square inches.
If the duct termination must be located in a crawl space
or basement, be sure the termination area has 100
square inches of ventilation opening to outside air.
Exterior Wall
Rain Cap
40’ Max. Duct Run
The duct termination must be located so it does not
compete for air flow with exhaust fans, gas vent hoods
or other air consuming devices or appliances. It must
not be obstructed by rafters, insulation materials or
other obstructions. The less restrictive the air supply,
the better the AK-MST will perform.
Duct
Termination
Duct
Exterior Wall Termination
Fig. 13 Typical installations.
FP1060
It is a good practice to protect your hands and eyes
during installation by wearing work gloves and safety
glasses.
1. Remove and discard the outside air cover plate
located at the center of both sides of the fireplace.
Use care not to rub against the sharp edges of this
opening to avoid cuts. Remove the four (4) screws
exposed when cover plate is removed. Retain for
future use.
CAUTION: Do not install termination into a garage
or other area that could contain flammable liquids
or fumes, or into an attic space.
Installation Instructions
2. Slide the two (2) connecting boxes provided with the
unit into the openings on each side of the unit.
Determine the location of the fireplace as described in
the fireplace Installation Manual. Then plan location of
the duct termination and the route of the duct run
between the fireplace and the duct termination.
3. Attach the connecting boxes to the inside panel with
four (4) screws removed in Step 1.
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4. Attach the inlet collar with four (4) #10 screws to the
side near the bottom of the fireplace. Slide the duct
over the collar and attach the duct to the collar using
the plastic tie straps or three (3) screws (screws not
provided). Continue attaching the ducting together
using three (3) screws at each joint until you have
installed sufficient duct to arrive at your duct termina-
tion location.
Pipe Section
Pipe
Rim
Hem
Lance
Pipe
Hem
5. At the termination end, install the duct termination.
This should be installed from the outside of the
home. Cut a hole in the desired location approxi-
mately 4¹⁄₂” in diameter, caulk around the hole, and
slide the termination through the opening from
outside the home. The termination/rain cap should
be caulked around its perimeter to assure a tight
seal. The rain cap opening should be positioned
downward. (Fig. 14)
FP1198
Fig. 15 Install pipe, listening for the snap-lock to fasten.
The AK-MST Outside Air Kit is now installed and ready
for use.
Support Structure
Elbow Strap
Duct Termination
Rain Cap
Caulking
Elbow Strap
(must be tight)
Ceiling Hole
Framing
Angled Strap
Angled Firestop
Chimney Support Strap
(must be tight)
FP270/271
Wall
FP1061
Fig. 16 Attach straps to a structural framing member.
Fig. 14 Caulk and install duct termination/rain cap in place.
Installing the Firestop Spacer
in the Ceiling Hole
Installing the Chimney System
Start by attaching the first chimney section to the collar
on top of the fireplace.
A firestop spacer is used to keep pipe spaced properly
and required for safety.
Install the pipe as pictured in Figure 15. When you get
a good lock, you will hear the pipe clearly snap to-
gether. Once sections are snap-locked in place, it is
extremely difficult to get them apart. Make sure the
pipe is firmly snapped and locked together as each
pipe section is mounted.
Nail the firestop spacer (at each corner) to the framing
members of the ceiling hole. NOTE: A firestop spacer
is not required at the roof.
Hole sizes listed in Figure 9 for angled firestop spacers
provide minimum required air space to chimney pipe for
ceiling thickness up to 8” (203mm). When combined
thickness of ceiling material, ceiling joists and flooring
material exceeds 8” (203mm), adjustments must be
made in framing to assure that minimum air spaces to
chimney are maintained.
When installing elbows, only outer pipe will snap- lock.
Middle pipes simply slide into position. Be sure to
always attach straps on upper elbow to a structural
framing member. (Fig. 16)
Continue installing the pipe as required until pipe is
installed up through the ceiling. At this point, you must
install a firestop spacer.
Proper Firestop Spacer Installation
Figure 17 shows different installation procedures for
both an area that is an attic and an area that is not an
attic.
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If the area above the ceiling is not an attic, position the
firestop spacer with the flange on the ceiling side and
the angled portion extending up into the hole.
Attic Insulation
Shield
If the area above the ceiling is an attic, position the
firestop spacer with the flange on the top of the framed
hole and the angled portion extending down into the
hole.
Nails
(4 Required)
Firestop spacers are not available for, nor are they
required on vertical walls.
Attic Joist
DO NOT put any sealant around the area where the
outer pipe slides through the firestop spacer. If you
seal this area, it may cause a fire hazard.
Base
Flanges
FP263
Ceiling
Attic Installation
Fig. 18 Attic shield installation (Canadian requirement).
Nails (4)
Chimney Supports
Firestop Spacer
Joist
If chimney supports are required, they are installed the
same as elbows. Nail chimney support straps to
adjacent structural framing, as shown on Figure 16.
Bend straps as necessary and make sure they are
secure so they will support the weight of the chimney. A
chimney support is 2¹⁄₂" (64mm) long when installed.
Consider this dimension when determining how many
straight chimney sections are needed.
Ceiling Installation
NOTE: Chimney supports are generally used in long
runs in a chase installation.
Joist
Additional Ceilings
Firestop Spacer
If you encounter additional ceilings, repeat same steps
required for first ceiling installation. See firestop
illustration in Figure 17.
Penetrating the Roof
Nails (4)
FP593
Run pipe to roofline. Since chimney system must be
vented to the out-of-doors, you must use an approved
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products termination.
Fig. 17 Firestop spacer installations.
Canadian Requirements
for Insulation Shield
If a chase is used, refer to the installation manual
provided with the termination cap.
In Canada, an attic insulation shield is required to
prevent attic insulaiton from contacxting the chimney
section. Framing dimensions fr the chimney hole should
measure 17¹⁄₂” x 17¹⁄₂” (445mm x 445mm). An attic
shield MUST be installed on top of attic joists (above
the floor level). (Fig. 18)
Locate Chimney Centerpoint on Roof
Use same procedure detailed in locating center point of
the flue system.
Drive a nail up through roof at the center point. This will
determine center point on outside of the roof.
Cut and Frame Roof Hole
Continue Installing Pipe to Complete Run
Size of roof hole varies with the type of chimney termi-
nation installed. Refer to installation instructions
provided with Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
chimney termination to find correct size of roof hole.
Continue attaching pipe sections to complete system to
next level always being careful that the pipe is firmly
snapped locked in place before proceeding to next pipe
section.
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There must be a 2” (51mm) air space between outer-
most portion of chimney sections and any adjacent
combustible surfaces. (Combustible surfaces include
burnable materials such as: ceiling members, joists,
flooring, combustible insulation and roof structures.)
Finish Wall
Finish the wall with material of your choice. Do not
install a combustible mantel shelf less than 12”
(305mm) above the firebox grille opening. Do not
install a mantel face plate less than 6” (159mm)
from top of grille opening. (Fig. 21) If a combustible
material is used below a flat mantel shelf, consult your
local building codes for minimum clearance from top of
fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf.
WARNING: Do not pack required air spaces with
insulation or other materials.
Mark an outline of the roof hole around the center of the
point nail. NOTE: Hole dimensions given in the chim-
ney top installation instructions are horizontal dimen-
sions; therefore, the hole size must be marked on the
roof accordingly.
All joints (top, bottom and sides) where wall or decora-
tive facing material meets fireplace surround must be
completely sealed with a noncombustible material.
(Figures 20 and 24)
Cover the opening of the installed chimney so debris
cannot get into the system.
NOTE: No side wall protection is required for fireplaces
Cut and frame the hole. It is good practice to use
framing lumber that is the same size as the rafters.
Install the frame securely because the chimney top and
flashing anchored to the frame must be able to with-
stand heavy winds.
installed at 45° to two (2) side walls (corner installation).
Air Space Clearances
Combustible framing material MUST NOT
penetrate AIR SPACE (shaded areas)
Install Remainder of Chimney Sections
Since you have already preplanned the height of your
termination according to the Ten Foot Rule, continue to
install pipe to the predetermined height.
2”
(51mm)
Standoff
Check the chimney top installation instructions for
details on how high above the roof top the chimney
sections (all pipes) should extend.
1” (25mm) Air
Space to Sides
Install Top Housing or Termination
Follow the installation instructions provided with the
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products chimney termina-
tion you have selected.
Firestop
Wall
Shield
Installing Chimney in a Chase
1” (25mm)
Space to Back
Refer to Figure 2, Page 5 for an illustration of a typical
chase installation.
CAUTION: Treatment of firestop spacers and construc-
tion of chase may vary with type of building. These
instructions are not a substitute for local building codes.
You must check your local building codes to determine
specific requirements for your city or state. NOTE:
Other building materials may be required in addition to
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products Firestop Spacers.
1” (25mm)
Air Space
to Sides
NO
material
may cover
cast face
Finishing
0” Clearance
to Floor
CAUTION: All joints between the finished wall and the
fireplace surround (steel front) must be sealed with
noncombustible material to prevent cold air leakage into
the room. (Fig. 19)
FP1199
Hearth Extension
Fig. 19 Minimum clearances to combustibles.
NOTE: No material may cover black cast face.
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Side View
Mantel Shelf
Finished Wall
See mantel drawing for
shelf-to-grille dimension
2 x 4 Stud
Standoff
Noncombustible Finish
Material Only in this Area
1¹⁄₂"
Ref.
*
Brick Ledge
Cast Front
**
Combustible materials
are permitted within a
shaded area shown in
Figure 25 titled
Top View
Fireplace
Front (Steel)
Minimum Wall
Clearances
2 x 4 Stud
1” (25mm)
Must be sealed with
noncombustible material
* 12” (305mm) from top of grille opening.
** 6” from top of grille opening.
FP1200
MA81
Fig. 20 Finishing materials placement.
Fig. 22 Combustible mantel clearances.
Mantels
Side Wall Protection
The height that a combustible mantel is fitted above the
fireplace is dependent on the depth of the mantel. This
also applies to the distance between the mantel leg (if
fitted) and the fireplace.
Adjacent combustible side walls that are within mini-
mum dimensions shown in Figure 24 of the fireplace
opening must be protected with Majestic Wall Shield
Model SP40 or a specifically built wall shield described
in Figure 19.
For the correct mounting heights and widths, refer to
Figures 21 and 22. When using paint or lacquer to
finish the mantel, such paint or lacquer must be heat
resistant to prevent discoloration.
The special wall shield design described in Figure 19 is
an alternate method of adding protection to side walls
and can be used in place of the SP40 with the same
wall clearances specified for the SP40. Rt must =1.85
minimum.
Combustiible
12"
(305mm)
Max.
Mantel and
Examples of wall shield insulation:
Trim
Finished Wall
1. Manville - CERAFORM 126, K=.27,
1/2 inches thick
Header
1¹⁄₂"
(38mm)
2. EH2416, K = .458,
1 inch thick required.
Standoff
12"
(305mm)
Min.
Hearth Installation
Noncombustible
Material
A hearth extension is required to protect a combustible
floor in front of the fireplace. Refer to Figure 25 for
minimum dimensions and mounting detail.
6"
(159mm)
Min.
Brick Ledge
NOTE: Hearth Extension must not cover the air
inlet opening of a fireplace.
GrilleOpening
The hearth extension described in Figure 25 must be a
durable noncombustible material with a minimum (total)
Rt value of 1.09; see Figure 23 for examples. The
overall height (above a combustible floor), depth and
width must be as indicated, with the extension centered
to the fireplace opening.
Fireplace
Front
FP1398
Fig. 21 Combustible mantel minimum opening.
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The top of insulation must be covered with a non-
combustible decorative covering or a piece of .018”
minimum sheet metal, to protect hearth extension
material. (Fig. 25)
Example of Determining Hearth Extension
Equivalents
To determine the thickness required for any new
material:
Secure the hearth extension to the floor to prevent
shifting, using trim molding or other similar means at
three (3) outer edges. Seal crack between the fireplace
hearth and hearth extension with a noncombustible
material. (Figs. 24 and 25)
NEW
required
thickness
thickness
of listed
material
K of new material (per inch)
K of listed material (per inch)
=
x
Example for Common Brick
WARNING: Hearth extension must be installed in
accordance with Figure 24. Top of hearth extension
must be level with bottom of fireplace.
T (new) = 5.0/0.458 x 0.50 in. = 5.46 in. (new required
thickness).
2 x 4 Header - Do not
notch at standoffs
Wall Covering
Alternate noncombustible materials may be used
providing the (total) thermal resistance (Rt value) of the
alternate material employed is greater than or equal to
R = 1.09 Thermal resistance (R) or thermal conductiv-
ity (K), may be obtained from manufacturer of the
material. Factors are related by the formula K = 1/R.
(Fig. 23)
Noncombustible
Decorative
Facing
Seal all cracks
between fireplace
surround (steel) and
wall materials with
noncombustible
material.
NOTE: No
material
may cover
black cast
face.
T = given thickness
R = thermal resistance for a given thickness (T)
K = thermal conductivity
Cast Front
Noncombustible material with a lower R value may be
used, provided thickness of material is sufficiently
greater to maintain an equivalent (total) thermal resis-
tance (Rt).
Noncombustible
Decorative
Covering
Safety Strips - Must be
overlapped 1/2” minimum
FP1202
COMMON MATERIALS AND FACTORS
Fig. 24 Sealing gaps.
MINIMUM
THICKNESS
R
MATERIAL
K*
EH2416
(Majestic Products
Company)
2.18 1.0 in.**
0.916
Common Brick
0.10 5.46 in.**
5.0
R Value is for ¹⁄₂ inch.
* Units of K = BTU/SQ FT/HR/ßF/IN
** Thickness of Listed Material
FP533ADD
Fig. 23 Hearth extension material factors.
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Minimum Hearth Extension Dimensions
(for On-Site Construction)
Minimum Wall Clearances
WITH
WITHOUT
Noncombustible
Surround Facing
Noncombustible
Surround Facing
Shaded area starts
1/2" away from
edge of unit
4" Brick
(Example material)
G
G
H
NOTE: No material may
cover black cast face.
Hearth extension must be
flush with bottom of fireplace.
4"
J
E
F**
Firebox
Opening
E
D
C**
A - Min. clearance
to combustible
Seal cracks
between the
fireplace
and hearth
extension with
noncombustible
material
perpendicular wall
May install
noncombustible
decorative
covering
OR .018" min.
sheet metal
Fireplace
Opening
B - Min. clearance
to combustible
perpendicular wall when
using noncombustible wall shield*
Side
Wall
Side
Wall
Combustible material permitted within shaded area.
Noncombustible wall shield requires 1" EH2416
insulation (minimum R Value = 1.85) between decorative
noncombustible rigid covering and combustible wall.
Minimum height and width is 40" x 40".
9¹⁄₂" Required
*
1" Min.
Dimension/degree of angle will vary depending on thickness
of noncombustible surround facing.
**
"Z" Safety strips
must overlap
¹⁄₂" minimum
Combustible
Floor
1" Min.
EH2416 or
Equal "R" Value
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
EWF36A
24”
12”
17°
25°
12”
8”
8”
18”
57”
FP1201
610mm 305mm
305mm 203mm 203mm 457mm 1448mm
Fig. 25 Combustible side wall protection and hearth extension dimensions.
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Operation
Damper
Attach Handles
Primary Air Control
The fallaway handles are used to open and close the
front doors. Remove after each use so they will not get
hot. Keep in convenient location for each use. (Fig. 26)
Assemble the primary air control and damper handles
by passing the 3³⁄₈” screw through the ceramic shaft
and into the bright metal hub. Tighten carefully until
snug. Do not overtighten. Ceramic handle could crack.
(Fig. 27)
Steel Handle
FP1203
Fallaway Handle
Fig. 28 EWF36A controls.
The primary air control is located in the upper left
corner of the unit. (Fig. 26) It is the primary source of
air for starting, maintaining, and reviving the fire.
FP1397
Generally, more air entering the fireplace makes the fire
burn hotter and faster, while less air prolongs the burn.
Fig. 26 Insert fallaway handles into door handle stubs.
The air supply is open to the maximum when the
control lever is rotated clockwise, and closed when
rotated counterclockwise. To vary the burn rate, adjust
the control to the desired position in between these
extremes; opening the primary air control makes the
unit burn hotter. Closing the control slows the unit
down. You may adjust to any position you desire.
Metal Hub
The Damper
Ceramic Shaft
The damper directs air flow within the fireplace.
The damper is operated by moving the lever located in
the upper right corner of the unit. It has two positions:
Open to start or revive the fire and closed, for normal
operation and to control burn rate. The damper is open
when the lever is fully rotated counterclockwise and
pulled out and closed when pushed in. When the
damper is in the open position, with the lever pulled out,
and rotated fully in the clockwise direction, the handle
can ‘telescope’ back without closing the damper or any
damper movement. There are no intermediate settings
for the damper.
Screw
FP1396
Fig. 27 Assemble primary air control and damper handles.
EWF36A Controls
Three controls regulate the performance of the
EWF36A fireplace: A primary air control supplies
oxygen for the fire, the damper directs air flow within
the fireplace and a variable-speed fan control, or
rheostat, regulates the warm air flow into the room.
(Fig. 28)
NOTE: Full clockwise or counterclockwise movement of
the damper handle is approximately 50°.
NOTE: Always open the damper before opening the
doors. Close damper to set burn rate.
Primary Air Control
A single air control regulates the amount of heat the fire
will produce and how long it will burn.
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The Fan
for short-term storage, however, keep wood a safe
distance from the heater and keep it out of the areas
around the heater used for refueling and ash removal.
Heated air from the fireplace is forced into the room by
an internal fan. The control for the fan is in the right
corner of the unit.
Use the Air Control Settings
that Work Best for You
“Off” is to the far left.
“High” is just to the right of “Off.”
“Low” is to the far right.
No single air control setting will fit every situation. Each
installation will differ depending on the quality of the
fuel, the amount of heat desired, and how long you wish
the fire to burn.
Variable adjustment of the fans is possible with any
setting between “high” and “low.”
The control setting also depends on your particular
installation’s “draft,” or the force that moves air from the
stove up through the chimney. Draft is affected by such
things as the length, type, and location of the chimney,
local geography, nearby obstructions, and other factors.
For best results, coordinate fan speed with the setting
of the primary air control. For example, when the air
control lever is set at “low,” also set the fan at “low.”
With the air control set for maximum heat, set the fan at
“high.”
Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in
the fireplace. On the other hand, too little draft can
cause backpuffing into the room and/or the “plugging” of
the chimney or combustor.
Glass Doors
The EWF36A is intended for use with the doors fully
closed or fully open only when optional spark screen is
installed. (Fig. 29) NOTE: When operated with the
doors open and spark screen in place, the damper
MUST be in the open position.
How do you know if your draft is excessively high or
low? Symptoms of too much draft include an uncontrol-
lable burn or a glowing-red part of the EWF36A front. A
sign of inadequate draft is smoke leaking into the room
through the stove or chimney connector joints, low heat,
and dirty glass.
In some newer homes that are well-insulated and
weather-tight, poor draft may result from insufficient air
in the house. In such instances, an open window near
the stove on the windward side of the house will provide
the fresh air needed.
Optional
Correct
Correct
Spark
KT108b
Screen
Fig. 29 Correct door position during operation.
Another option for getting more combustion air to the
stove is to duct air directly from the outside to the stove.
In fact, in some areas provisions for outside combustion
air are required in all new construction.
Burn Only High-Quality Wood
The EWF36A is designed to burn natural wood only;
do not burn fuels other than that for which it was
designed.
Your EWF36A is designed so that it is possible to
incorporate outside air for combustion. Directions for
installing the optional AK-MST outside air ducts are
included with the kits and beginning on Page 11 of this
instruction.
You will enjoy the best results when burning wood that
has been adequately air-dried. Avoid burning “green”
wood that has not been properly seasoned.
The best hardwood fuels include oak, maple, beech,
ash, and hickory that has been split, stacked, and air-
dried outside under cover for at least one year.
When first using the stove, keep track of the settings of
the air controls. You will quickly find that a specific
setting will give you a fixed amount of heat. It may take
a week or two to determine the amount of heat and the
length of burn you should expect from various settings.
For areas that do not have a supply of hardwood,
commonly burned softwoods include tamarack, yellow
pine, white pine, Eastern red cedar, fir, and redwood.
These too should be properly dried. Your EWF36A will
accept wood up to 24" (610 mm). Longer wood pieces
work better than short ones.
Most installations do not require a large amount of
combustion air, especially if adequate draft is available.
Do not for any reason attempt to increase the firing
of your heater by altering the air control adjustment
range outlined in these directions.
Wood should be stored under cover to maintain dry-
ness, and should be dried at least six months for
optimum heating and fire-viewing performance. Even
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5. Once a good ember bed of at least 2-3" (51-76 mm)
has formed, let the fire burn hot for an additional ten
to fifteen minutes.
Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire
Burn solid wood fuel only in the EWF36A, and burn
it directly on the grate. Do not elevate the fuel. Do
not burn coal or other fuels.
6. Close the damper and the primary air control to a
medium-low setting as described on Page 18. The
fire volume will diminish immediately, but the
fireplace will continue to heat up. Maintain control of
the fire using the primary air control, and remember:
reduce the setting for less heat, increase the setting
for more heat. Refer to the air control settings
information on Page 18 for recommended settings at
different burn rates.
Minimize thermal stress by allowing the plates to adjust
gradually during an initial break-in fire by following
Steps 1-3 below.
WARNING: Operate your EWF36A only with the
doors fully closed. If the door is left partially open,
gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace
opening, creating risks of both fire and smoke.
1. Open the primary air control fully.
2. Open the damper.
DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER. Overfiring may
cause a house fire, or can result in permanent damage
to the stove. If an exterior part of the EWF36A glows,
you are overfiring.
3. Lay some crumpled newspapers on the bottom
grate. Place on the paper six or eight pieces of dry,
finely-split kindling. On the kindling lay two or three
larger sticks of split dry wood approximately 1-2"
(25-50 mm).
Reloading and Reviving a Wood Fire
• Open the damper and set the air control on “High,”
and wait at least fifteen seconds for the draft to
increase. Open the door slowly.
Do not use chemicals or fluids to start the fire. Do
not burn garbage or flammable fluids such as
gasoline, naptha, or engine oil.
• Check the ash level, and empty the ash pan if
necessary. Replace the pan.
Also, never use gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene,
charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or
“freshen up” a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids
well away from the heater while it is in use.
• Add the fuel, smaller pieces first. If it is necessary to
use wood smaller than the 24" (610mm) optimum
size, be sure to fill the firebox as completely as
possible by loading the wood pieces alternately on
the left and right. Split wood will fill the firebox more
completely and reduce the frequency of reloading.
4. Light the newspaper and close the door. Gradually
build up the fire by adding a few 3-5" (80-120mm)
diameter splits.
If you have an ember bed of at least 2-3" (51-76 mm),
leave the thermostat set on "high" for 10-15 minutes. If
the ember bed is less than 2-3" (51-76mm), you may
have to let it burn longer.
If this is your initial break-in fire, let the fire burn brightly,
but not to excess. Control the fire's intensity by adjust-
ing the air control lever. After an hour or so stop adding
wood so that the fire dies out gradually.
Finally, close the damper and adjust the air control and
fan speed for your desired heat level.
For ongoing operation after the initial break-in, continue
to add a few sticks at a time of a progressively larger
size. Continue until you have a live ember bed at least
2-3" (51-76mm) deep. This may take an hour or longer.
NOTE: If the charcoal bed is relatively thick and your
fuel is well-seasoned, it is possible to add fresh fuel
(smaller pieces first), close the door and damper, and
reset the air control within five minutes.
CAUTION: THE EWF36A IS HOT WHILE IN OPERA-
TION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNI-
TURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN
BURNS.
Special Tactics for Cold-Climate Heating
The EWF36A is capable of producing in excess of
100,000 Btu's/hour and heating an area of up to 2,500 sq.
ft.(558 sq. m) However, many factors affect heating
performance and can influence the extent to which the
EWF36A can heat a given area.
NOTE: Some chimneys need to be “primed,” or
warmed up, before they will draw sufficiently to open
the damper. To correct this situation, roll up a couple
pieces of newspaper, place them on top of the kindling
and toward the back of the stove, light them, and close
the doors. This should heat the chimney enough to
initiate a draft.
A well-insulated home, located in a moderate climate
and with the EWF36A Fireplace located centrally in an
open floor plan, will be easier to heat than a drafty
home in the far north in which the EWF36A is installed
on an exterior wall at the end of a long house.
Once the draft is established, open the front door and
light the rest of the fuel from the bottom. Do not light the
main bed of fuel until the chimney begins drawing, and
repeat the procedure as often as necessary if the initial
attempt is unsuccessful.
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Different results may be experienced even in the same
installation if you switch from burning good, dry wood to
wood that is partially rotted or inadequately seasoned.
Empty the ash pans regularly, typically every one to
three days. The frequency will vary depending on how
you operate your EWF36A: If you burn more wood at
higher heat output settings, and ash will accumulate
faster.
To compensate for these factors in cold climates, it may
be necessary to operate the EWF36A with the air
control set to a higher level more of the time.
Ash should be removed frequently and placed outdoors
in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed
container of ash should be placed on a noncombustible
floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible
materials, pending final disposal. If the ash is disposed
of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, it
should be retained in the closed container until all
cinders have thoroughly cooled. Wood ash may be
used as a garden fertilizer.
Remove and Store Ash Safely
Check the ash pan before reloading the stove, and
empty if necessary using the following procedure:
•
•
•
Open the damper.
Open the load door.
Remove the ash pans from under the hearth
brick. The EWF comes with a cover for the ash
pan. To install this cover, hold just above the ash
pans with the handle on the cover closest to you.
Slide the cover onto the top of the pan as you pull
the pan out. As the pan slides out, the flange on
the back of the cover should slide into the slot in
the back of the ash pan and the flange on the
front of the cover will slide over the handle on the
ash pan. CAUTION: Do not pull the pan out too
far before the cover engages the slot. Ash may
contain hot coals and must be treated with
extreme care. Hold the covered ash pan with both
hands to avoid dropping or spilling the ashes.
Take the pans outdoors and empty the ash into
an ash container.
CAUTION: Never use your household or shop vacuum
cleaner to remove ash from the fireplace; always
remove and dispose of the ash properly.
•
•
Before replacing the ash pan, clear away any ash
that has spilled over the sides and back of the
pan.
•
Replace the ash pans and front door.
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Maintenance
Keep your EWF36A Fireplace Looking New
and Working Its Best
Pawl
Small
Locking Nut
Care of the Cast Iron Surface
Striker Screw
An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted
cast iron of your EWF36A fireplace looking new.
Large
Locking Nut
If the paint needs retouching, first allow the surface to
cool completely. Wire-brush areas needing to be
painted. Touch-up with high temperature stove paint
available from your local dealer. Apply the paint spar-
ingly. Two light coats are better than one heavy one.
Set Screw
Cleaning the Glass
Handle Stub
ST531
The EWF36A glass system requires a minimum amount
of cleaning. Most carbon deposits that accumulate will
burn off during hot fires.
Fig. 30 Turn the striker screw to tighten or loosen the door
latch.
resistance, the gasket isn’t snug enough at that spot.
Continue to make small adjustments until the setting is
right.
Ash residue that accumulates on the glass should be
removed periodically to prevent etching. To clean the
glass, follow this procedure:
If additional adjusting of the latch does not enable the
door to seal sufficiently in one area, try “adjusting” the
gasket in that area. Pack more cement or a smaller
diameter gasket into the channel beneath the gasket so
that the main gasket is raised and makes contact with
the door frame. This procedure should solve the
problem. If the gasket needs replacing, follow the
directions beginning on Page 23.
•
•
Be sure the glass is completely cool.
Cleaning with water will work in most cases. Use
a glass cleaner especially made for this purpose
only if deposits are especially heavy. (If heavy
deposits are a frequent occurrence, however,
evaluate your operating techniques.)
•
•
Rinse the glass thoroughly.
Dry the glass completely.
The Catalytic Element
This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor, which
needs periodic inspection and replacement for proper
operation. In the United States, it is against the law to
operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with
the operating instructions in this manual, or if the
catalytic element is deactivated or removed.
NOTE: The EWF36A glass is coated with a special
material on the outside that helps reflect heat back
into the fire chamber. Do not attempt to remove
this coating.
Adjust the Door Latch Periodically
The front door of the fireplace should close securely to
prevent accidental opening and should close tightly to
prevent air from leaking into the fire chamber. The door
handles will be positioned vertically when the door is
closed.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic com-
bustor should remain active for two to six years (de-
pending on the amount of wood burned). However, it is
important to monitor the combustor periodically to
ensure that it is functioning properly, as well as to
determine when it needs to be replaced. A nonfunc-
tional combustor will result in a loss of heating effi-
ciency, and an increase in creosote and emissions.
Over a period of time, the gasket around the door will
compress and the latch may need adjustment. To
adjust the handle, follow this procedure (Fig. 30):
1. Loosen the small lock nut with a wrench.
Inspection and Cleaning
2. Extend the striker screw one turn by turning it with
an Allen wrench.
Inspect the combustor “in place” for fly ash accumula-
tion and physical damage three times per year. Do not
remove the combustor unless a more detailed inspec-
tion is warranted because of diminished performances
as outlined in the next section.
3. Retighten the lock nut, while at the same time
holding the striker screw with the Allen wrench to
prevent its turning.
Test the door seal. Close the door on a dollar bill and
attempt to pull it free. If the bill is freed with little
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When to Suspect a Combustor Problem
Wedge (In Place)
The best way to evaluate the performance of your
EWF36A’s combustor is to observe the amount of smoke
leaving the chimney - both when the combustor has
“lighted-off” and when it has not. Follow these steps:
• With a fire going and the combustor properly acti-
vated, with the damper closed to route smoke
Wedge
Catalyst
Assembly
Catalyst
through it as described in the Operation Section, go
outside and observe the smoke leaving the chimney.
FP1324
• Then, open the stove damper and once again check
Fig. 31 Carefully tap out the wedges, then slide the Catalyst
Assembly out of fireplace.
the smoke leaving the chimney.
You should see significantly more smoke when the
stove damper is open and exhaust does not pass
through the combustor. However, be careful not to
confuse smoke with steam from wet wood. Steam
dissipates in the air quickly; smoke does not.
passages. Such abrasion can scrape the thin
coating of platinum (the catalyst) off the ceramic
base, shortening the catalyst’s life and reducing its
effectiveness.
5. Inspect the element for damage or degradation.
Although small hairline cracks will not affect perfor-
mance, the element should be essentially intact. If
the element is broken in pieces or has sections
missing, it should be replaced. Call your local
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products authorized
dealer for a replacement element.
If this test indicates a problem, consider other possible
factors as well, such as the weather or a change in the
quality of your fuel. In warm weather, draft is weaker
than it is in colder winter weather and fires can burn
sluggishly. Small, hot fires are a good solution under
these conditions.
6. If the element is in good condition and clean,
reinstall it in the fireplace.
Burning “green” (insufficiently seasoned) wood will
result in poorer performance than burning properly
seasoned fuel. You may have to run your fireplace
hotter (more air) to achieve acceptable performance
using green or wet wood.
Operate the stove in your usual manner for two weeks,
inspecting the chimney and the chimney connector
frequently during this period.
Also consider any changes in your operating routine.
Once you have ruled out any other possible causes for
a decline in performance, inspect and clean the com-
bustor if necessary.
If creosote does not build up as fast, it is likely that the
performance change was caused by fly ash deposits on
the catalytic element. However, continue the inspec-
tions of the chimney system for a few weeks to ensure
that proper performance continues.
Inspecting the Combustor
If you continue to find a significant creosote buildup or if
you continue to see excessive smoke form the chimney,
the catalytic element will need to be replaced. Contact
your nearest Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
authorized dealer.
Use a flashlight and mirror, if necessary, to examine the
combustor. If no fly ash or damage is visible, the
inspection is complete. If closer examination, cleaning
or replacing is needed, go to the next section.
NOTE: Use only the replacement catalyst supplied by a
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products dealer.
Removing, Cleaning or
Replacing the Combustor
How to Replace Gaskets
1. Allow fireplace to cool.
2. Tap the left and right wedges back and remove. (Fig.
31)
The EWF36A uses rope-type fiberglass gaskets to
make a tight seal between some parts. With use,
particularly on those parts that move, gaskets can
become brittle and compressed and can begin to lose
their effectiveness. These will need periodic replace-
ment.
3. Carefully slide catalyst assembly to the back of the
fireplace and out of the retaining brackets.
4. Check the combustor’s honeycomb-like element for
a buildup of fly ash. If any is evident, take the
combustor outside and clean it by blowing air gently
through it. Do not push anything through the honey-
comb; do not use compressed air to clear the
All of the gaskets used are made of fiberglass. The
four sizes of replaceable gasket are listed below, along
with their application.
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Replaceable Fiberglass Gaskets
The Chimney System
Gasket Size...
...And The Parts It Seals
A Clean Chimney System is
Safer and Works Better
1/2"
5/8”
3/16"
The door to the front
Door to the hearth brick support
The glass seal tothe door
Cat holder to top plate
Damper to top plate
Although the combustion system in the EWF36A can
reduce creosote formation dramatically, it is not a
substitute for regular inspection and cleaning of the
chimney and chimney connector.
1/2”
1/2” Braided
Should you need to change a replaceable gasket, wait
until the fire is out and the stove has cooled. Be sure to
follow the standard safety procedure for working with
dusty materials: Wear safety goggles and a dust mask.
The procedure for replacing gaskets is the same,
regardless of the gasket location. Four easily-accom-
plished steps are involved:
Learn to Recognize —
and Avoid — Creosote
The EWF36A has been designed to reduce creosote
build-up significantly. However, regular chimney
inspection and maintenance must still be performed.
For safety, good stove performance, and to protect your
chimney and chimney connector, inspect your chimney
and chimney connector on a regular schedule. Clean
the system if necessary. Failure to keep the chimney
and connector system clean can result in a serious
chimney fire.
1. Remove the existing fiberglass gasket by grasping
an end and pulling firmly.
2. Use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean
the channel of any remaining cement or bits of
gasket.
3. Apply a thin bead of stove cement to the newly-
cleaned groove.
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar, organic
vapors and moisture which combine to form creosote.
The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool
chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creo-
sote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When
ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire within
the flue system that can damage the chimney and
overheat adjacent combustible material. If a significant
layer of creosote has accumulated —1/8" (3mm) or
more — it should be removed to reduce the risk of a
chimney fire.
4. Pack a new gasket into the groove. Wait until you
have placed all but a couple inches from the end
before you trim the end to an exact fit.
5. Place door back on fireplace, latch door and keep
closed for 1/2 hour to insure cement has set.
Replacing the Door Gaskets
Remove the door by lifting it straight up off its hinge
pins. Lay it face down on a padded surface.
Follow steps 1-4 as described above.
If you do experience a chimney fire, act promptly to:
Replace Damaged Door Glass Immediately
•
Close the primary air control lever and the
damper
Get everyone out of the house.
Call the Fire Department.
Do not operate the fireplace with damaged glass door.
Use the following procedure for glass replacement.
•
•
NOTE: Replace glass only with the replacement glass
made for this unit, available from your authorized
dealer.
You should inspect the system every two weeks during
the heating season as part of a regular maintenance
schedule. To inspect the chimney, let the fireplace cool
completely. Remove the termination top. Then, using a
strong light, sight down into the chimney flue.
• Remove the door and loosen the retaining clips which
hold the glass to the door frame. Remove clips. Use
caution when handling broken glass.
• Examine the gasket that seals the glass to the door
frame. Replace if necessary with gasket obtained from
your local Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer. See
the directions for gasket replacement on Page 23.
• Check the flat surface of the door frame, and clear
away debris if necessary.
• Install the new glass.
Clean the chimney using a specially designed brush the
same size and shape as the flue liner. Flexible fiber-
glass rods are used to run the brush up and down the
liner, causing any deposits to fall to the bottom of the
chimney where they can be removed through the clean-
out door on top of the fireplace.
If you can not do the chimney inspection yourself,
contact your local Vermont Castings' Authorized Dealer,
or engage a professional chimney sweep to perform the
inspection and cleaning of the chimney.
• Secure the clips, being careful not to overtighten. Be
sure the glass is firmly seated against the gasket.
• Replace door.
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The prefabricated chimney used with your fireplace
should be cleaned from above using an 8" round brush
and the appropriate number of extension rods for
complete access.
The chimney cap first must be removed following the
procedure recommended by the manufacturer. After
thoroughly cleaning the chimney, reinstall the chimney
cap according to the manufacturer’s directions.
Maintenance Schedule
Fireplace:
Daily:
•
Ash should be removed before the level reaches the
top of the pan. Check each time you re-load, or at
least once a day.
•
Keep the area around the fireplace clear of any
combustible material.
Yearly Spring Cleaning:
•
Remove ash from the fire box and replace with a
moisture-absorbing material (such as Kitty Litter) to
keep the interior of the fireplace dry.
•
Touch up painted surfaces with black paint.
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Chimney Components
Component
Description
Model Number
Chimney Support
Used to support chimney for each of
30’ vertical height and 6’ of angled chimney run
TCS8A
(8” flue)
Firestop
Required at each floor level and attic on
multi-story installation
FS2A (8” straight flue)
FS6A (8” 30° inclined flue)
Attic Insulation Shield
Traditional Top Housing
Required in Canada
FS2100HT
Top housing of simulated brick pattern
available in red, tan or white. Appropriate
adapter is required (8CA). Flashing included.
S20B
(single flue)
Housing Extension
Extends Traditional Top Housing on
steep pitched roofs
202036
(single flue)
Contemporary Chase Top
Termination
Used to terminate chimney at the top of a
chase. Flashing is not included.
SLTS8
Contemporary Flashing
8-6-12 with 8” flue
0 to 6/12 pitch
8-12-12 with 8” flue
(6/12 to 12/12 pitch)
Required for Contemporary Round Top
termination to prevent rain entry.
Chimney Sections
8” flue
81 (1’ long)
818 (1¹⁄₂’ long)
83 (3’ long)
84 (4’ long)
Used to build chimney systems.
Chimney Elbows
Used to develop offset chimney systems.
Only 30° elbows are available. (Elbows
packed 2 per carton - upper and lower
elbow set.)
830A-2
(8” 30° flue)
Round Top Termination
Used to terminate chimney on the roof.
Flashing not included.
RLTS8
(8” flue)
Extended Round Top Chase
Termination
Used to terminate chimney at the top of a
chase. Adapter Kit included. Flashing not
included.
RLTS8L
(8” flue)
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1
4
EWF36CLK
65
5
7
64
63
3
6
EWF36CFTK
52
49
48
62
41
42
44
43
2
2
18
50
56
51
45
24
25
55
26
75
80
52
86
11
76
EWF36CLK
47
9
40
47
39
46
15
17
16
20
EWF36CLK
73
24
25
13
54
32
33
31
EWF36S
26
27
19
15
76
10
38
85
84
34
28
80
EWF36CLK
74
77
83
79
30
13
75
68
16
82
29
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R
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87
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74
24
25
36
35
67
21
53
69
12
74
14
85
83
84
26
23
37
74
81
82
78
70
71
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products at any time, without notice.
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Description
EWF36A
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EWF36A Fireplace
Left Hinge Painted
For unit FA3ECB
Left Door Assy.
Pin, Hinge
Ref.
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Description
EWF36A
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Left, Door Handle Assy. Vert. Nickel
Gasket, 5/16 Adhesive Backed
Glass Clip
Damper
2.
Gib
3.
Damper Rod
Pan Hd. PH 1/4-20 x 3/8 - Blk
Primary Rod
4.
Damper rod Clamp
Round Head Square Neck Bolt
.375 Washer
5.
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Toplk-Z
Glass, Left Door - EPA Front
Right Door Assy.
6.
7.
Damper Clamp
Damper Link Assy.
Right Hinge Painted
9.
Glass Right Door - EPA Front
10.
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EWF36A Fireplace (continued)
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EWF36A
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Description
EWF36A
20004741
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Right, Door Handle Assy. Vert. Nickel 20006286
Door, Lt - EPA FP Front
Air Wash Rt., Painted
Air Wash Lt., Painted
Basic Upper Rt. (not shown)
Basic Upper Lt. (not shown)
Basic Lower Rt. (not shown)
Basic Lower Lt. (not shown)
Hinge Cover (not shown)
Gasket
Damper Steel Handle w/Screw
Handle, Ceramic Blk 2.78 Lg
Ov Hd Sl 1/4-20 x 3/375 Lg
Linkage Assy.
5004265
20006381
1201294
20005307
20005154
20005155
20005156
1201529
Pawl, Top
Pawl, Bottom
Link, EPA FP Front
CS, Soc But hd 1/4-20 x 5/8 - Blk
Nut, Hex 1/4-20 Plain
5/16 Shoulder Screw, 1/4-20
SS, Soc 1/4-20 x 1/4 Knl Cup Pt.
3/8 Shoulder Bolt 5/16 x 1/2
Ash Pan Assy.
1203210
Top Cast Plate
20006091
1200417
Damper Gasket
Basic Universal
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20004915
20006300
20004865
20005881
20006299
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20005993
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Ash Pan Cover
Handle, Ash Pan, WW/Encore
1/4-20 x 3/4” FL Hd Phillips
1/4” Star Washer - Black
Nut, Hex 1/4-20 Plain
Brick Ash Lip Right
Ash Pan Front, Painted
Hearth Brick
1200881
1202461
Brick Ash Lip Left
1203210
Ash Grate Painted
20006085
1201985
Flame Holder Assy.
Cast Cat Holder
Ring, Jump
Hinge Cover
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1200894
Cast Flamer
1/4-20 x 1/2” Phillips Rd Hd Screw
Temperature Probe Assy
Black Fallaway Handle
Gasket 5/8” Dia. Low-D Blk
1/4-20 x 1” #8 Hardness
Frame & Screen Assy
Stud, 3/8-16 x 2.00
Catalyst
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20006382
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20006847
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20006336
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20006339
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20006474
Wedge
Andiron, Painted
Firebrick
Front, Upper Right EPA FP Front
Front, Upper Left EPA FP Front
Front, Lower Left - EPA FP Front
Front, Lower Right - EPA FP Front
Lattice, EPA FP - Front
Door, Rt - EPA FP Front
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Spacer
Screen Latch
3/8-16 Lock Nut
Lt. Gasket 1/2” Dia. Low-D Blk.
Rt. Gasket 1/2” Dia. Low-D Blk
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Optional Accessories
Fan Kit
Heat Sensor
Electrical
Fan
(Snapstat)
Box
FK26 Fan
The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within
the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a
snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox
temperature rises above and falls below a preset
temperature. A rheostat provides for variable fan
speeds.
Fan Speed Switch
(Rheostat)
Specifications
FP1323
115 Volt / 60Hz / .75 Amps
Maintenance
Fig. 32 FK26 fan placement.
Trim Kits
The fan itself does not require regular maintenance,
however, periodic cleaning of the fan and the
surrounding area is required.
A cast face trim kit and a cast louvre kit are available to
enhance the look of your EWF36A fireplace.
Installation instructions are included with the kit.
Installation
Model
Description
1. Place fan assembly at the back of the unit between
hearth supports. Attach using velcro strips provided.
(Fig. 32)
EWF36ACFTK
EWF36ACLK
Cast Face Trim Kit
Cast Louvre Kit
2. Install thermal sensor (snapstat) on bottom of
firebox by sliding between bracket and firebox.
3. Place electronic fan speed control box (rheostat) to
side bracket. Fasten fan speed control box with #10
- 24 hex nuts.
4. If the EB-1 receptacle box (Pt. #ZA1200) was
correctly connected when the unit was installed, the
fan lead can be directly plugged into the EB-1 plug
socket.
Screen Kit
An optional spark screen, EWF36S, is available to
allow the fireplace to be operated with the doors fully
open.
NOTE: When operated with the doors open and the
screen in place, the damper MUST be in the open
position.
The fireplace, when installed must be
electrically connected and grounded in
accordance with local codes, with the
current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical
Code or for US installations, follow local
codes and the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70.
Any electrical rewiring of this fan must
be completed by a qualified electrician.
Turn off all power before hook up.
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Warranty
Exclusions & Limitations
Limited 3 Year Warranty
1. This warranty is transferable; however, proof of original retail
purchase is required.
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products warrants that this
woodburning fireplace will be free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three years from the date you receive
it, except that the catalyst, thermostat assembly, handles, glass
door panels, cement, and gasketing shall be warranted as
described below.
2. This warranty does not cover misuse of the EWF36A. Misuse
includes overfiring which will result if the fireplace is used in such a
manner as to cause one or more of the plates to glow red. Overfiring
can be identified later by warped plates and areas where the paint
pigment has burned off. Overfiring in enamel fireplaces is identified by
bubbling, cracking, chipping and discoloration of the porcelain enamel
finish. Vermont Castings, Majestic Products offers no warranty on
chipping of enamel surfaces. Inspect your woodburning fireplace prior
to accepting it for any damage to the enamel.
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products will repair or replace, at its option,
any part found to be defective upon inspection by a Vermont Castings,
Majestic Products Authorized Dealer. The customer must return the
defective part or the fireplace, with shipping prepaid, to the Authorized
Dealer or pay for any Authorized Dealer in-home travel fees or service
charges for in-home repair work. It is the dealer's option whether the
repair work will be done in the customer's home or in the dealer's shop.
If, upon inspection, the damage is found to be the fault of the manufac-
turer, repairs will be authorized at no charge to the customer for parts
and/or labor.
3. This warranty does not cover misuse of the fireplace as described in
the Owner’s Guide, nor does it cover any fireplace which has been
modified unless authorized by a Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
representative in writing. This warranty does not cover damage to the
fireplace caused by burning salt saturated wood, chemically treated
wood, or any fuel not recommended in the Owner’s Guide.
4. This warranty does not cover a fireplace repaired by someone other
than a Vermont Castings, Majestic Products Authorized Dealer.
Any woodburning fireplace or part thereof that is repaired or replaced
during the limited warranty period will be warranted under the terms of
the limited warranty for a period not to exceed the remaining term of the
original limited warranty or six (6) months, whichever is longer.
5. Damage to the unit while in transit is not covered by this warranty but
is subject to a claim against the common carrier. Contact Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products Authorized Dealer from whom you
purchased your fireplace or Vermont Castings, Majestic Products if the
purchase was direct. (Do not operate the fireplace as this may negate
the ability to process the claim with the carrier.)
Limited 1 Year Warranty
The following parts of the woodburning fireplace are warranted to be
free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year
from the date you receive it: The thermostat assembly, handles, glass
door panels, cement, and gasketing. Any of these items found to be
defective will be repaired or replaced at no charge, upon the return of
the part with postage prepaid to a Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
Authorized Dealer.
6. Claims are not valid where the installation does not conform to local
building and fire codes or, in their absence, to the recommendations in
our Owner’s Guide.
7. The salt air environment of coastal areas, or a high-humidity
environment, can be corrosive to the porcelain enamel finish. These
conditions can cause rusting of the cast iron beneath the porcelain
enamel finish, which will cause the porcelain enamel finish to flake off.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by a salt air or high-
humidity environment.
Any part repaired or replaced during the limited warranty period will be
warranted under the terms of the limited warranty for a period not to
exceed the remaining term of the original limited warranty or six (6)
months, whichever is longer.
8. Vermont Castings, Majestic Products shall have no obligation to
enhance or update any unit once manufactured.
Limited Catalyst Warranty
The catalyst will be warranted for a six year period as follows: If the
original catalyst or a replacement catalyst proves defective or ceases to
maintain 70% of its particulate emission reduction activity (as measured
by an approved testing procedure) within 24 months from the date the
EWF36A is received, the catalyst itself will be replaced free.
IN NO EVENT SHALL VERMONT CASTINGS, MAJESTIC PRODUCTS
BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS, ARE LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY
SUPERCEDES ALL OTHER ORAL OR WRITTEN WARRANTIES.
From 25 - 72 months a pro-rated credit will be allowed against a
replacement catalyst and the cost of labor necessary for its installation
at the time of replacement.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidential and
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific rights and you may have other rights which vary from state
to state.
A third year (25 - 36 months) of no charge replacement will be made
when combustor failure is due to thermal degradation of the substrate
(crumbling of ceramic material). The customer must pay for any in-
home travel fees, service charges, or transportation costs for returning
the EWF36A to the Authorized Dealer.
How to Obtain Service
Amount of Time
Since Purchase
0 - 24 months
25 - 36 months
37 - 48 months
49 - 60 months
61 - 72 months
Credit Towards
Replacement Cost
If a defect is noted within the warranty period, the customer should
contact a Vermont Castings, Majestic Products Authorized Dealer or
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products if the purchase was direct with the
following information:
1. Name, address, and telephone number of the purchaser.
2. Date of purchase.
100%
50 %
30%
20%
10%
3. Serial number from the label on the back.
Any replacement catalyst will be warranted under the terms of the
catalyst warranty for the remaining term of the original warranty. The
purchaser must provide the following information in order to receive a
replacement catalyst under the terms of this limited warranty:
1. Name, address and telephone number.
4. Nature of the defect or damage.
5. Any relevant information or circumstances, e.g., installation, mode
of operation when defect was noted.
A warranty claim will then start in process. Vermont Castings, Majestic
Products reserves the right to withhold final approval of a warranty
claim pending a visual inspection of the defect by authorized represen-
tatives.
2. Proof of original purchase date.
3. Date of failure of catalyst.
4. Any relevant information or circumstances regarding determination of
failure.
5. In addition, the owner must return the failed catalyst.
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