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Ventus ME300 Installation And Operation Manual

Summary of ME300

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    45722a printed in canada 1 0‐10‐2014 installation and operation manual me300 u.S. Epa low mass wood‐burning fireplace voluntary program phase 2 emission level qualified model safety tested according to ulc s610 and ul 127 standards by intertek www.Occanada.Com manufactured by: stove builder internat...

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    2 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual thank you for choosing this ventis fireplace as one of north america’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, stove builder international takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want to help you get ma...

  • Page 3: Table Of Content

    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 3 table of content part a – installation ................................................................................... 5 1 safety ......................................................................................................... 5 1.1 safety inf...

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    4 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual part b ‐ operation and maintenance ..................................................... 42 5 fuel .......................................................................................................... 42 5.1 the use of manufactured logs .................

  • Page 5: Part A – Installation

    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 5 part a – installation the information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published, in any other media (owner’s manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and/or web sites). 1 safety 1.1 safety information...

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    6 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual caution: operate only with glass doors fully closed or fully open with meche doors always closed. If doors are left partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the opening, creating risks from both fire and smoke. Never leave the fireplace unattended wh...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 7 1.1.1 regulations covering fireplace installation when installed and operated as described in these instructions, the me300 wood fireplace is suitable for use as a fireplace appliance in residential installations. In canada, the csa b365 installation code ...

  • Page 8: 2  General Information

    8 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 2 general information 2.1 me300 wood fireplace specifications fuel type cordwood test standards (safety) ulc‐s610 and ul 127 test standard (emissions) astm 2515 and astm 2558 to comply with u.S. Epa low mass wood‐burning fireplace voluntary program phase 2...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 9.

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    10 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 2.2 the benefits of epa voluntary emission program «low mass» phase ii in the past, most conventional masonry and low‐mass, factory‐built fireplaces were not efficient at producing usable heat. Typically, over 90 percent of the heat generated by a firepla...

  • Page 11: 3  Installation

    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 11 3 installation 3.1 fireplace installation caution: before closing the walls, make sure that the air control mechanism, the flue damper and doors mechanism work properly. 3.1.1 installation of a gas log set you can install a decorative gas appliance or a v...

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    12 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual clearances minimum measurements a 72" (1829 mm) e 2" (51 mm) b 12" (305 mm) maximum.

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 13.

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    14 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual in the case where (f) would be equal to 4", it is suggested that the sheet metal between the base of the fireplace and floor be in one piece. In the case where the fireplace is installed directly on the floor the joint between the hearth extension and the...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 15 minimum measurement e 2" (51 mm) a noncombustible floor protection must be installed in front of the unit. For more details see section 3.5: minimum heart extension requirements. The use of an r value is convenient when more than one material is going to ...

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    16 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 3.4 r‐value calculations there are two ways to calculate the r factor of the floor protection. First, by adding the r‐values of the proposed materials or if some k and thickness values are given, by converting them to r values. To calculate the r factor f...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 17 thermal characteristics of common floor protection materials* material conductivity (k) per inch resistance (r) per inch thickness micore ® 160 0.39 2.54 micore ® 300 0.49 2.06 durock ® 1.92 0.52 hardibacker ® 1.95 0.51 hardibacker ® 500 2.3 0.44 wonderbo...

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    18 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual clearances a 16" (406 mm) b 46" (1168 mm) c 8" (203 mm).

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 19 3.6 framing, facing, mantel, and combustible shelf 3.6.1 framing the construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations: a. Frame the fireplace using 2" × 3" (5 cm x 8 cm) or heavier lu...

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    20 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual wall finish behind the fireplace’s faceplate installation clearances a 2" (51 mm) b* 6 7/8" (175 mm) c* 72" (1829 mm) minimum d* 5 1/2" (140 mm) measurements e* 41 1/8" (1045 mm) f* 25 1/2" (648 mm) g 1 3/8" (35 mm) max *when drywall panels or any other f...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 21 see section 1.3.5: fresh air intake kit for fresh air kit (k) and appendix 1: optional hot air distribution kit installation (ac01375, ac01376 or ac01340) for the different hot air distribution kits (l) installation. Fresh air intake kit or forced air kit...

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    22 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual clearances** m* 54 9/16" (1386 mm) n* 77 3/16" (1961 mm) *when drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. **values m and n are minimum measurements. They may ne...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 23 3.7 facing 1. Materials directly in contact with the faceplate of the fireplace, especially the vertical and horizontal surround, must be non‐combustible and have the minimal dimensions as shown bellow. 2. Non‐combustible materials such as brick, stone or...

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    24 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 3.8 compliance of a combustible mantel shelf to ensure compliance of an existing mantel shelf or to install a combustible mantel shelf, refer to table and figure in this section. For example, a mantel shelf with a 6’’ depth (152 mm) ((c) value) must be in...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 25 3.9 fresh air intake kit during operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion and draws air out of the house. It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces. As well, exhaust fans may compete for air, causing negative...

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    26 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual to complete the installation, make a hole of 1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm à 13 mm) bigger than the insulate pipe diameter in the outside wall of the house at the chosen location. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (open side down) and fasten ...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 27 3.10 faceplate installation vba1520 (sold separately) in order to perform installation of vba1520 faceplate, refer to installation manual included in the faceplate kit. Vba1520 traditional style faceplate ‐ metallic black.

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    28 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 3.11 the use of the fire screen to take advantage of mesh doors, the glass doors can be removed from their hinges. Note that the mesh door may be removed for cleaning purposes, but must always be in place and closed when the fireplace is in use, even if t...

  • Page 29: 4  Venting System

    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 29 4 venting system 4.1 general information the venting system is the engine that drives your wood heating system. Even the best fireplace will not function safely and efficiently as intended if not connected to a suitable chimney. The heat in the flue gases...

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    30 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual table 1 ‐ listed chimneys for your me300 wood fireplace chimney manufacturer brand type inner diameter olympia chimney ventis 1” solid pack 8" (20 cm) warning: in every case, the chimney must start with a 8'' diameter anchor plate secured to the fireplace...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 31 4.3 chimney installation notes 1. If possible, install an interior chimney as it will provide better performance. In areas with continuous temperatures below 18 c (0 f), the use of an exterior chimney increases the likelihood of operating problems such...

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    32 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 7. Deviations should be avoided whenever possible, especially the most pronounced. Each deviation adds some restriction to the chimney system and may lead to draft problems. 8. If the chimney extends higher than 5 ft. (1.5 m) above its point of contact wi...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 33 4.4 chimney installation instructions always refer to the chimney manufacturer’s installation manual to ensure a safe installation. Some non‐ illustrated parts may be required. 4.4.1 examples of typical chimney installation a to insure a good draft, it is...

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    34 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual direct installation exterior offset installation.

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 35 interior offset installation connection to a masonry chimney 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass. Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the holes. Make sure that the size of the floor and ceiling holes ...

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    36 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 4. Every time the chimney passes through a ceiling or a wall, install the appropriate firestop. When you reach the desired height, install the roof support (not illustrated). (refer to instructions included with the support). 5. Then, put the roof flashin...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 37 ** the structural integrity of the floor, wall, and ceiling/roof must be maintained note: the floor and walls below the attic must be insulated using the same insulation..

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    38 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 4.5 offset chimney installation table 2 – the minimum system height when using elbows fireplace model me300 wood fireplace chimney model all models listed in table 1 vertical installation 15 ft. (4.5 m) two (2) elbows 15 ft. (4.5 m) four (4) elbows 17 ft....

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 39 a insulated wall radiation shield b gypsum board c insulated wall 4.7 chimney support installation 4.7.1 universal roof support this support has three possible uses: 1. It must be used on a roof to support the chimney. 2. It may be used on a floor, ceilin...

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    40 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 4.7.2 universal offset support this support is used to support the chimney above an offset. When the chimney offset is used to pass through a wall, this support may be used on the wall to support the chimney. For offset support installation, refer to the ...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 41 follow these steps: 1. Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the elbow or chimney section (a) on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval the location where the flue liner will enter the masonry chimney. 2. In t...

  • Page 42: 5  Fuel

    42 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual part b ‐ operation and maintenance 5 fuel the me300 is designed to work best when fuelled with seasoned cordwood. Use solid wood or processed solid fuel fire logs only. Hardwoods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to i...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 43 6 operating the me300 wood fireplace caution: when using the decorative appliance, the fireplace damper must be set in the fully open position. 6.1 first fires two things will happen as you burn your first few fires; the paint cures and the internal compo...

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    44 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 6.4 air intake control and exhaust damper the air intake control (dilution air) and exhaust damper should be in the closed position when there has not been any wood or embers in the fireplace for a few hours. This will minimize air leakage up the chimney....

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 45 c. Wet wood wet or tarred wood will smoulder and smoke instead of burning properly. D. Dirty or blocked chimney check to make sure the chimney is clear and clean. E. Chimney not long enough the minimum system height is 15 feet (4,6 m). The chimney must ex...

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    46 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 7 maintaining your me300 wood fireplace 7.1 creosote – formation and need for removal when wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapours which combined with expelled moisture will form creosote. The creosote vapours cond...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 47 7.4 disposal of ashes ashes should be placed in a tightly covered metal container, they should be taken outside immediately. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non‐combustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible material...

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    48 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 2‐ remove the bottom refractory panel (c). 3‐ remove the two panel holders (d) and the refractory panels (e) and (f)..

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 49 4‐ remove the back refractory panel (g). To install new refractory panel, follow the above steps in reverse. 7.6 replacing the glass and/or the glass gasket to replace the glass, remove the glass retaining screws (a) and the 4 metal frames (b) that hold t...

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    50 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual the gasket must be centred on the edge of the glass. To do this easily, peel back a section of the paper covering the adhesive and place the gasket on a table with the adhesive side up. Stick the end of the gasket to the middle of one edge, then press the...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 51 warning: do not use abrasives such as steel pads, steel wool or oven cleaner as they will scratch the glass. 7.9 blower maintenance or replacement 1. Open the bottom louver (a)..

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    52 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 2. Cut the tie wrap (b) 3. Lift the blower (c) located under the firebox towards the back. Turn 90° to pull out. 4. Unplug the blower’s electric wires (d) and (e). Repeat the steps in reverse order to reinstall the fan..

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 53 blower connection have the wiring installed by a qualified electrician. Connect the wires from the power outlet to the terminal block, making sure that the white wire matches the white wire on the terminal. Connect the black wire with the black wire of th...

  • Page 54: Ac01376 Or Ac01340)

    54 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual appendix 1: optional hot air distribution kit installation (ac01375, ac01376 or ac01340) different hot air distribution systems can be installed with the me300:  hot air gravity kit ‐ traditional style (ac01375)  hot air gravity kit ‐ modern style (ac01...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 55 dimensions of hot air outlet frame with elbow dimensions of hot air outlet decorative grille with elbow the safety rules and installation procedures for both ac01375 and ac01376 hot air ducting gravity kits are the following: minimum height* 68" (1.7 m) m...

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    56 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual the hot air grilles can be installed in the same room as the fireplace, or one or both of the grilles can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms. Installing the ducts at different elevations will tend to exhaust more heat out of the higher grilles..

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 57 hot air gravity kit ‐ modern style (ac01376) l’ensemble comprend : - decorative plate (a) - adjustable frame (b) - heat distribution box (c) - 6x steel brackets (d) with fastening screws (e) and self‐tapping screws (f) - 2x finishing cap assemblies (h) an...

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    58 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual dimensions of heat distribution box: 35" 889mm 38" 965mm 15 3/4" 400mm 5" 127mm 10 3/ 4" 27 3m m.

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 59 dimensions of adjustable decorative plate: dimensions of assembeled heat distribution box and adjustable decorative plate: 34 7/8" 886mm 37" 940mm 38" 965mm.

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    60 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual the duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. It is recommended to wear gloves to perform this procedure. For either ac01375 or ac01376, remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. Holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut and remove the insu...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 61 for ac01375 installation: 1. Secure the 6 steel brackets (d) with 6 screws provided (e) on top of the fireplace (3 for each ducting). Insert the ducting (g) (not provided) into each opening and secure it in place using the steel brackets (d) installed pre...

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    62 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 7. Do not connect the hot air ducts to a central heating system. Malfunction of the heating system’s fan will cause the fireplace to overheat. 8. Do not use insulated flexible ducts as they may overheat. 9. Do not use tees or any other components than the...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 63 for ac01376 installation: 1. Secure the 6 steel brackets (d) with 6 screws provided (e) on top of the fireplace (3 for each ducting). Insert the ducting (g) (not provided) into each opening and secure it in place using the steel brackets (d) installed pre...

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    64 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual central forced air kit (not tested to epa standards) (ac01340) the knock‐outs provided on the back and on the sides of the he250 allow the connection of insulated flexible pipe which enables you to heat adjacent rooms up to 50 feet from the fireplace. Thi...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 65 appendix 2: exploded diagram and parts list.

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    66 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual important: this is dated information. When requesting service or replacement parts for your stove, please provide the model number and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrade or availability. Contact an authorized...

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    Me300 ‐ installation and operation manual 67 # item description qty 40 22161 front refractory panel 1 41 22160 bottom refractory panel 1 42 va7070 cast iron andiron 2 43 30109 bolt hex 1/4 ‐ 20 x 1" 4 44 ac01375 hot air gravity kit ‐ traditional kit 1 45 49066 90 degree x 8" 26ga. Galvanised elbow 2...

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    68 me300 ‐ installation and operation manual ventis limited lifetime warranty the warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from...