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HOMEOWNER'S CARE AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
®
MERIT SERIES
36" Multi-View Wood Burning Fireplaces
P/N 875,040M REV. N/C 01/2007
MODELS
CST-38 CR-3835R
CPF-38 CR-3835L
The information contained in this manual applies to all model fireplaces
identified on this page. This information will help you obtain safe and
dependable service from your fireplace system. Keep this document in a
safe place for future reference.
Before you start your first fire, read this Care and Operations Manual
carefully
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6. Keep any combustible furniture or decora- 3. The metal chimney sections extending from TABLE OF CONTENTS tive pillows at least 36" (914 mm) from the the firebox top to beyond your roof are two fireplace opening. walled and air-cooled. The inner passage, or Safety precautions ............................. page 2 flue, provides the exit for smoke and gases. General information ........................... page 2 7. Never leave your fireplace unattended while Fuels ...............................
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2. As a general rule, denser woods contain The higher the density, the more potential heat Wood Fuel Pointers more potential heat per pound. Most softwoods output. A standard cord has a volume of 128 offer moderate heat value per pound. cubic feet. This figure also includes the air Wood is a wonderful renewable fuel source. space between and around the wood. The ac- Normally it burns clean, leaving only a minimum 3. Different woods vary widely in flame heights, tual volume in a standard cord is
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Assuming that you are comparing two standard WARNING: THE CR SERIES FIREPLACES cords of different species but the same volume SHOULD BE OPERATED WITH THE DOORS and moisture content, the denser species will FULLY OPEN OR FULLY CLOSED. IF THE provide more BTU’s. The table of wood species/ DOORS ARE LEFT PARTIALLY OPEN, GAS densities reveals more helpful guidelines. AND FLAMES MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE OPENING, CREATING RISKS OF BOTH STARTING A FIRE FIRE AND SMOKE. REFER TO FIGURE 2 Both Sets of Glas
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CAUTION: GLASS AND METAL FRAMES GET On the CR Series fireplaces, the control lever LINTEL EXTENSION HOT — ALWAYS USE HANDLES TO OPEN AND that operates the outside combustion air valve CLOSE THE DOORS. has been pre-installed on your fireplace. A These Merit Multi-Open Factory-Built coverplate has been mounted over this control Fireplaces were designed, tested and listed lever only if the outside air kit has not been with an 18" (457 mm) high viewing area, floor WARNING: CERTAIN MODEL FIRE- attac
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3. Look up from inside the fireplace (damper 1. Remove the two (2) screws from one of the If conditions 1, 2 or 3 occur, the refractory open) to see any obstructions in the lower flue side lintel extension, leaving the lintel extension should be replaced. For minor defects, repair as area. If present, shut the damper and glass doors on the other side attached to the lintel frame. noted above. Only lower the end of the lintel extension closest (if installed) to seal the firebox and contain any so
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ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS Less Than 10' 2' Min. 2' Min. 3' Min. 10' 3' Min. Figure 8 12M07 36 ABF TM “All-Glass ” 12M08 36 ABF-BB 6. Is a vent fan, exhaust hood or central TROUBLE SHOOTING Bi-Fold Doors 12M09 36 ABF-BS heating/cooling system stealing combustion No Smoking Allowed air from your fireplace? If their volume is high Aluminum Doors enough, this can cause negative pressure and Your new fireplace is designed not to smoke if an unwanted downdraft – and smoking. properly installed and op
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ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT PARTS CR-3835L CR-3835R DESCRIPTION Part No. Part No. Fireplace Assembly – – Grate H4403 H4403 Grate Bracket Holder H4006 H4006 Screen H4412 H4412 Side Screen (Corner Open Only) H4413 H4413 TM “All-Glass ” 12M15 38AEP Screen Rod H4416 H4416 Aluminum End Panel 12M16 38AEP-BB Side Rod (Corner Open Only) H4417 H4417 Aluminum End Panel Refractory Clip/Retainer Rear H4536 H4536 Refractory Kit H0631 H0632 Your CPF-38 fireplace can be fitted with a Touch Up Paint
