Empire Stove 36" St. Clair 3000 Wood Burning Fireplace
The Empire Stove St. Clair 3000 (model number WB30FP) is an EPA-certified, factory-built wood burning fireplace with a firebox of about 3 cu ft, rated by Empire for 750 to 2,500 sq ft. It has double glass doors with cast iron frames and a built-in blower, and it is listed to UL 127 for installation in a framed enclosure.
Order the traditional faceplate and one door overlay with the fireplace. It vents through a 6" solid-pack chimney from one of the brands listed in the manual.
Key Features
- EPA certified wood burning fireplace
- Heats 750 to 2,500 sq ft (Empire recommendation)
- Up to 80,000 Btu/h maximum heat output
- Up to 9 hours burn time
- Takes logs up to 18" long
- Double glass doors with cast iron frames
- Blower included, up to 176 CFM
- Optional fresh air, forced air and gravity air kits
What to Order With It
Required for the St. Clair 3000 (order with the fireplace):
Optional – Fresh air and heat distribution:
Specifications
| Model numbers |
WB30FP |
| Type |
Factory-built wood burning fireplace, dry cordwood; EPA certified |
| Recommended heating area |
750 to 2,500 sq ft |
| Maximum heat output |
80,000 Btu/h |
| Burn time |
Up to 9 hours |
| Average efficiency |
65% (HHV) |
| Particulate emissions |
1.9 g/h (EPA / CSA B415.1-10) |
| Firebox volume |
3.0 cu ft |
| Log length |
18" maximum |
| Flue outlet |
6" |
| Chimney |
6" listed solid-pack chimney from the brands in the manual (UL 103 HT, 2100 °F); 15 ft minimum system height |
| Blower |
Included (up to 176 CFM) |
| Door |
Double doors, ceramic glass with cast iron frames |
| Safety listing |
UL 127 |
Installation Requirements
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Enclosure and framing: framing dimensions, clearances to combustibles and mantel limits are in the installation manual. Do not fill the required air spaces inside the enclosure with insulation.
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Hearth extension: a non-combustible hearth extension is required; its size and R-value depend on how high the fireplace sits above the floor, per the manual.
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Chimney: use only the 6" solid-pack chimney systems listed in the manual, at least 15 ft from the base of the fireplace to the chimney cap.
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Mobile homes: not approved for mobile (manufactured) homes in the US.
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Fire screen: Empire states that in the United States, and anywhere a particulate emission limit is enforced, this EPA-certified appliance may not be operated with the door open and a fire screen in place. Burn with the door closed.
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Installation: must be installed by a qualified installer per the installation manual and local codes; check with your local building official for permits and inspection.
Options & Accessories
Downloads
Warranty
Empire limited warranty, from the warranty section of the installation manual:
- Factory-installed glass: limited lifetime parts
- Combustion chamber and heat exchanger: limited lifetime parts
- All other components, except remote controls, thermostats, lights, accessories and replacement parts: 3 years parts
- Remote controls, thermostats, lights, accessories and replacement parts: 1 year parts
The warranty is for the original purchaser. Travel, diagnostic and freight charges and removal and reinstallation costs are not covered. Full terms are in the warranty section of the installation manual.
