Majestic Appliances BC36 User's Manual
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1. Chimney supports are required if the vertical height exceeds 30 9m with SK8 chimneys or 20 6m with 3 wall chimneys Locate chimney supports at ceil ing holes or other structural framing at 30 9m SK8 or 20 6m 3 wall heights Spacing between chimney supports must not exceed 30 9m SK8 or 20 6m 3 wall Use Chimney Support Model SKCS8 NOTE The SKCS8 can not be mounted directly to the fireplace Support provided by elbow straps fulfills the support requirement only if they are spaced as previ ously described A chimney support is 242 64mm long when installed Angled chimney runs require a support every 6 1 8m in addition to the elbow straps Chimney supports are used for this function Fig 9 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 5 If you need help in determining fireplace location or how the chimney system should be run contact your Majes tic Fireplaces dealer for assistance Chimney Sup port Strap Fig 9 Chimney support installation Installation 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 fireplace2. Mississauga Ontario Canada L5T 2N6 Attention Director of Warranty Services Since local building requirements may vary greatly throughout the country users of CFM Corporation products should deter mine in advance whether there are any building code restrictions on the use of a specific product CFM CORPORATION MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY REGARDING AND SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE The foregoing warranties give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 23 CFM Corporation 410 Admiral Blvd e Mississauga Ontario Canada L5T 2N6 800 668 5323 www cfmcorp com
3. gt Nails 4 required Attic Joist Ceiling Flanges Fig 19 Attic shield installlation Canadian requirement Continue Installing Pipe to Complete Run 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 Chimney Supports If chimney supports are required they are installed the same as elbows Nail chimney support straps to ad jacent structural framing as shown on Figure 9 Page 8 Bend straps as necessary and make sure they are secure so they will support the weight of the chimney 7412944 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series A chimney support is 212 64mm long when installed Consider this dimension when determining how many straight chimney sections are needed NOTE Chimney supports are generally used in long runs in a chase installation Additional Ceilings If you encounter additional ceilings repeat same steps required for first ceiling installation See firestop illus tration on Page 12 Figure 18 Penetrating the Roof Run pipe to roofline Since chimney system must be vented to the out of doors you must use an approved termination If a chase is used refer to the installation manual pro vided with the termination cap Locate Chimney Centerpoint On Roof Use same procedure detailed in locating center point of the flue system Drive a nail up through roof at th
4. ing is an attic position the firestop spacer with the 7 I a Firestop flange on the top of the i Spacer framed hole and the angled portion extending down into the hole NOTE If the attic insulation shield is used the firestop is not required in the attic installation Fig 18 Installing firestop spacer 12 7412944 Firestop spacers are not available for nor are they re quired on vertical walls 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 Canadian Requirements for Insulation Shield In Canada an attic insulation shield is required to prevent attic insulation from contacting the chimney section NOTE If the attic insulation shield is used the firestop is not required in the attic installation Fram ing dimensions for the chimney hole should measure 1412 x 14 368 x 368mm An attic shield MUST be installed on top of attic joists above the floor level Fig 19 NOTE In the U S it is a good idea although not al ways required to install an attic insulation shield where blown in insulation is planned to be used in the attic Install the attic insulation shield with the flanges on its base extending down into the framing hole Nail each corner of attic insulation shield to the framing members of the ceiling hole using 8d nails Attic shields are not required at the roof Attic Insulation Shield
5. 2 Thereafter through the 30th year after the date the Fireplace is installed CFM Corporation if replacement parts are avail able will provide a replacement for any defective part at a cost to the consumer of CFM Corporation then current list price FOB CFM Corporation factory This warranty is subject to the following conditions and limita tions 1 This warranty is extended only to a Fireplace installed in the continental United States the state of Alaska and Canada only if and so long as the Fireplace is installed or serviced by a qualified installer preferably NFI or WETT Canada certified and according to the installation instructions furnished with 7412944 the Fireplace and operated at all times under normal condi tions use and service according to the operative instructions furnished with the Fireplace and only if and so long as the Fireplace is not removed from its original installation 2 This warranty is non transferrable and is made to the original owner provided that the purchase was made through an authorized supplier of the Company 3 The sole and exclusive remedies for breach of any warranties hereunder shall be for the repair replacement or provision of a replacement part at CFM Corporation then current list price FOB CFM Corporation factory for any defective part as specified in paragraphs A through D 4 CFM Corporation shall not be liable for damage from any smoking of a MAJESTIC FIREPLACES Pre E
6. For units FA40R0 FA40R1 GA40RO GA40R1 Item Model Number BR BC36 BR BC42 1 Damper Blade Weld Assembl RP199 RP199 2 Damper Bracket 3030176 3030176 3 Screen Rod Assembl 3030126 3032112 4 Screen Assembly two per fireplace 7554338 7554340 5 Screen Pulls 7554239 7554239 6a Firebrick Hearth 3030103 or 20007494 3032103 or 20007496 6b Firebrick Rear 3030102 or 20007495 3032102 or 20007497 6c Firebrick Rt Side 3030160 or 20007492 3030160 or 20007492 6d Firebrick Lt Side 3030104 or 20007493 3030104 or 20007493 7 Top Brick Retainers three per fireplace 3030172 3030172 8 Cable Clips four per fireplace 7512135 7512135 9 Hearth Pan Cover BC Onl 3031104 3031104 10 Outer Collar Assembly SK8 Chimne 3030143 3030143 11 Nailing Flange Bag of 4 w screws 2253160 2253160 12 Basket Grate 3030129 3030129 13 O S A Assy 20003076 20003076 When ordering replacement firebrick check the serial number and plant code of the fireplace located on the UL label inside the firebox Serial numbers plant code with an H require the firebrick listed first under the respective fireplace white brick Serial numbers plant code with an X require the firebrick listed second under the respective fireplace grey brick 7412944 19 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Accessories The following accessories for this appliance are available from your local Majestic Fireplaces distributor Should you need additional information beyond
7. 36 Series Woodburning Fireplace lt 45 1162mm gt 22 559mm Opening Height x t 40 1035mm lt 7 191mm L 3 76mm Rough Opening 20 521mm Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series 11 Dia 279mm 8 Dia 203mm 19 502mm Recessed Nailing Flange Gas Line lo 40 1016mm __ Electrical Access 11 Dia 279mm 8 Dia 203mm Recessed Nailing Flange ja Rough Opening Width 41 1041mm Gas Line Access 14 372mm y gu 13 al 76mm 337mm Electrical Access 36 914mm 35 902mm __ 40 1016mm If elbows are offset to the back of the unit chase depth will be 22 575mm Fig 2 BC36 Series specifications and framing 7412944 19 502mm 7 Gas Line uni e Majestic Fireplacese BR BC Series BR42 Series Woodburning Fireplace Rough lt 28 711mm gt Opening 11 Dia 20 i 279mm 521mm i 8 Dia 203mm Recessed k Nailing lt Rough Opening Width 47 1194mm Opening Height q eee Gas Line 214 Access Gas Line Access A 533mm PA gut 241mm a 134 46 1168mm 337mm 40 1035mm Electrical Access If elbows ar
8. ION g iced s Installat Technical Training www wettinc ca food Energy Wi a for future use in BR36 BR42 BC36 BC42 and Operating Manual Reta Homeowner For Models by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are certified in Canada by Wood Energy Technical Training WETT w D lt _ Ko L ES oO L o lt 2 Cc 2 wn v D 2 o gt 2 EEA SZ XL Sx 2 COREA GER ERIN amp x Q xe O e Sia oO foo E TC oO E E O oO l lt Zz Q z Zz gt _ D N me ke D Led D amp a wn DI 35 D fe La a x wiu Uk E nl Li DE LZ www nficertified org CERTIFIED Woodburning Fireplace BR BC Series a SL A A ORA SEZ ANZI CA NES ia NNO 17 TASSA STUUEZSE l lt Z lt 2 25 m 14 lt O v O O Z O m Uz Y WF lt LLJ lt Underwriter s Laboratories Report No MH6018 c UL Dus LISTED 7412944 4 07 Rev 21 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series 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 Descripti
9. ace of the SP40 with the same wall clearances specified for the SP40 Rt must 1 85 minimum Examples of wall shield insulation 1 Manville CERAFORM 126 K 27 1 2 inches thick 2 CFM Corporation EH2416 K 458 1 inch thick required Minimum Wall Clearances WITH Noncombustible Surround Facing WITHOUT Noncombustible Surround Facing Shaded area starts 4 Brick Example material 1 2 away from edge of unit F 4 lt Firebox gt E Opening A B Min clearance gt to combustible Wall perpendicular wall when using noncombustible wall shield A Min clearance to combustible perpendicular wall 5 Combustible material permitted within shaded area Noncombustible wall shield requires 1 CFM Corporation EH2416 insulation minimum R Value 1 85 between decorative noncombustible rigid covering and combustible wall Minimum height and width is 40 x 40 xx Dimension degree of angle will vary depending on thickness of noncombustible surround facing Hearth Installation A hearth extension is required to protect a combustible floor in front of the fireplace Refer to Figure 23 for mini mum dimensions and mounting detail NOTE Hearth Extension must not cover the air inlet opening of a fireplace The hearth extension described in Figure 23 must be a durable noncombustible material with a minimum total Rt value of 1 09 see Figure 24 for exam
10. ailable CFM Corporation will provide a replacement for any defective part without charge for the part itself The consumer must pay for everything else other than the part 3 Thereafter through the 30th year after the date the Fireplace is installed if replacement parts are available CFM Corpora tion will provide a replacement for any defective part at a cost to the consumer of CFM Corporation then current list price FOB CFM Corporation factory B Firegrate Glass Doors Outside Air System For a period of 90 days from the date the Fireplace is installed CFM Corporation at its option will provide a replacement for any defective part without charge for the part itself FOB CFM Corporation factory The consumer must pay for everything else other than the part C Fan Motor 1 For a period of one 1 year from the date the Fireplace is installed CFM Corporation at its option will repair or replace any defective part without charge 2 Thereafter through the 30th year after the date the Fireplace is installed CFM Corporation at its option if replacement parts are available will provide a replacement for any defec tive part at a cost to the consumer of CFM Corporation then current list price FOB CFM Corporation factory D Liners Refractory or Metal 1 For a period of two 2 years from the date the Fireplace is installed CFM Corporation at its option will repair or replace any defective part without charge
11. an automatic shutoff device and 2 complying with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installa tion in Vented Fireplaces ANSI Z21 60 or CSA draft requirements for Gas Fired Log Lighters for Woodburn ing Fireplaces Draft No 4 August 1993 Decorative gas appliance should be installed in accor dance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 latest edition Fireplace Top View Hole in Outer Casing Supply Line Repack Insulation Hole in Outer Casing Ceramic Knock out both sides I LL ALFA ESSE RS Fig 27 Gas line access CAUTION WHEN USING DECORATIVE A GAS APPLIANCE FLUE DAMPER MUST BE SET IN FULLY OPEN POSITION IF YOU HAVE GLASS DOORS ON THE FIRE PLACE THEY MUST ALSO BE FULLY OPENED WARNING DO NOT OPERATE AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET IN THIS FIRE A PLACE WITH THE CHIMNEY REMOVED WARNING WHEN INSTALLING AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET THE CFM CORPORATION MODEL AH3244BK OR AH3244PB 4 ADJUSTABLE HOOD MUST BE USED Only unvented gas log sets which have been found to comply with the Standard for Unvented Room Heaters ANSI Z21 11 2 are to be installed in this fireplace 18 7412944 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series 22 Z EELEE ENN ELA ran 27 F PTA N R rR D CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time with out notice BR BC SERIES
12. d 2 x 6 framing is reduced to 1 25mm as tested and approved by U L for use in both the United States and Canada NOTE Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and fireplace facing material Installing Electrical Wire for Circulator Models If a circulating fireplace is to be installed run the 120 VAC 60 Hz wiring to the left side of installation Wiring must be completed before the fireplace is secured and finish material applied Remove the cover plate and electrical knock out on the lower left side of the fireplace and set aside Follow the instructions on Page 10 for proper wiring and installa tion of the EB1 If the fan kit is not being installed with the fireplace it is highly recommended that 120 VAC supply be made available since someone may elect to install a blower at a later date Hard Flat Surface Insulation Platform Fig 10 Insulating between platform and fireplace 7412944 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Option For Circulating Models Only EB1 Receptacle Hook Up e Wiring should be installed by a certified electrician e Turn off circuit breaker before wiring models 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 6 152 mm of wire exposed through the EB1 Se cure listed cable clamp to the
13. e center point This will determine center point on outside of the roof Cut and Frame Roof Hole Size of roof hole varies with the type of chimney termination installed Refer to installation instructions provided with the chimney termination to find correct size of roof hole There must be a 1 38mm air space between out ermost 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 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 chimney top installation instructions are horizontal dimensions therefore the hole size must be marked on the roof ac cordingly Cover the opening of the installed chimney so debris cannot get into the system Cut and frame the hole It is good practice to use fram ing lumber that is the same size as the rafters Install the frame securely because the chimney top and flash ing anchored to the frame must be able to withstand heavy winds 13 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series 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 Check the chimney top installation instructions fo
14. e offset to the back of the unit chase depth will be 22 575mm Rough Opening Depth a 20 521mm 73 187mm 20 203mm 508mm d Recessed E Nailing Flange La Rough Opening Width 47 1194mm Opening Height 7 2 49 1245mm gt Gas Line Access Gas Line I Access l l o A ULI A ov L 21 64mm 241mm a 1314 337mm Electrical Access If elbows are offset to the back of the unit chase depth will be 22 575mm Fig 4 BC42 Series specifications and framing 4 7412944 Fig 4a Hearth dimensions Chase Installation Insulation methods shown are optional for cold climate not a requirement for unit operation Batt Insulation cut our around firestop Firestop Ceiling Level Nailing Flange Gas Line Access both sides Electrical Access Outside Air Cover Plate Fig 5 Fireplace and chase parts identification 7412944 All B A 7 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Back Width Depth B Cc BR BC36 3344 19 154 845 mm 499 mm 387 mm 3914 25 15 997 mm 651 mm 387 mm BR BC42 FP1531 OOOO RNA Termination Cap Storm Collar Pan Flashing Draftstop SSF Standoff Surround rol x ESD Damper Control ZZ Gas Line Knockout both sides ITA CO REL ALL ER VESTI ESA WEES Screen 2 ZZ Grate Fi
15. ey collar of the fireplace provides outside air to assist in cooling the chimney system Attic Insulation Shield Used to prevent insulation from coming in contact with the chimney system SK8 Chimney Sections Used to build chimney systems exposed above SK818CAN 112 Long roof SK84CAN 4 Long 45 Chimney Elbows Provides 45 offset and return For Canadian SK845 2 installations only For use with SK8 chimney only Maximum use of 2 or 1 pair 22 7412944 LIMITED WARRANTY amp 30 YEAR PROTECTION PLAN For MAJESTIC FIREPLACES PRE ENGINEERED Fireplace Systems CFM Corporation warrants its MAJESTIC FIREPLACES Pre Engineered Fireplace Fireplace and the CFM Corporation supplied firegrate glass doors outside air system fan motor and liners to be free from defects in material or workmanship as follows A Fireplace and Chimney Components exclusive of CFM Corporation supplied firegrate glass doors outside air system fan motor and liners all of which are covered by separate war ranties under paragraphs B through D below At its option fora period of thirty 30 years from the date the Fireplace is installed CFM Corporation will 1 For a period of five 5 years from the date the Fireplace is installed CFM Corporation at its option will repair or replace any defective part without charge 2 Thereafter through the 10th year after the date the Fire place is installed if replacement parts are av
16. g 17 Continue installing the pipe as required until pipe is installed up through the ceiling At this point you must install a firestop spacer wae we z Fig 16 Install pipe listening for the snap lock to fasten Installing the Firestop Spacer in the Ceiling Hole TE Sivcus A firestop spacer is used to keep pipe spaced properly and required for safety lt Nail the firestop spacer at each corner to the framing members of the ceiling hole NOTE A firestop spacer Elbow Strap must be tight is not required at the roof Hole sizes listed in Figure 13 for angled firestop spac Elbow Strap cea a ers 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 Proper Firestop Spacer Installation FP270 271 Figure 18 shows different installation procedures for both an area that is an attic and an area that is not an Fig 17 Attach straps to a structural framing member attic If the area above the ceiling is not an attic position the FE 2 firestop spacer with the Attic Installation Ceiling Installation flange on the ceiling side and the angled portion ex Te Nails 4 tending up into the hole Joist If the area above the ceil i TP rFFr r m
17. ic Fireplaces BR BC Series Planning Information The Ten Foot Rule Preplanning 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 Mounting the Fireplace A fireplace may only be mounted on the following sur faces 1 A flat combustible surface 2 Araised wooden platform 3 Aconcrete block or other solid object placed beneath each of the four 4 corners of the fireplace The fireplace must be spaced 1 2 13mm from a com bustible back wall and 1 2 13mm from a combustible side wall or support Page 14 Fig 20 Planning the Chimney Run INSTALLED MODEL SK LENGTH 2 WALL CHIMNEY L4 tie 10 17 16 35 3448 47y 46 FP288 Fig 7 Installed lengths of chimney sections Determine how the chimney will be run length of run and chimney components required to complete the job Fig 6 Never install a chimney below minimum heights 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 Achimney cannot be offset more than 30 from a vertical plane 3 Achimney 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 6 m 5 No more than 2 offsets 4 total 30 elb
18. inal position and measure out from the wall 814 210 mm Mark a spot on the ceiling directly above the fireplace Draw a line parallel to the back wall through this mark Fig 11 Using a plumb bob positioned directly over center point of fireplace flue collar mark the ceiling to establish the chimney center point Fig 11 Chimney Centerline 27 7 7 Actual Centerpoint Da p Be 7 20 re 814 210mm Plumb Line Plumb Bob Imaginary Centerpoint Fig 11 Locate centerline of chimney with plumb line Offset Installation In order to clear an obstruction it may be necessary to offset chimney from vertical This is accomplished by using CFM Corporation 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 10 Determine offset distance of your chimney arrangement from centerline of fireplace to centerline of chimney where it is to pass through ceiling Locate center point of the chimney on ceiling as though a straight up chimney arrangement is to be used Mea sure your offset dimension from straight up chimney center point on ceiling Ceiling Chimney Hole Po
19. l thermal resistance Rt value of the al ternate material employed is greater than or equal to R 1 09 Thermal resistance R or thermal conductivity K may be obtained from manufacturer of the material Factors are related by the formula K 1 R Fig 24 T given thickness R thermal resistance for a given thickness T K thermal conductivity 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 COMMON MATERIALS AND FACTORS MINIMUM THICKNESS MATERIAL K EH2416 CFM Corporation 0 458 0 50 in Common Brick R Value is for 1 2 inch Units of K BTU SQ FT HR F IN Thickness of Listed Material FP533ADD Fig 24 Hearth extension material factors Wall Covering Noncombustible Decorative Facing 2x4 HEADER Do not notch at standoffs Seal all cracks 7 between fireplace surround and wall materials with noncombustible material Noncombustible Decorative Covering JI LITIO Hearth Extension Insulation between fireplace and hearth extensior with noncombustible material Side View Safety Strips Must be overlapped FP550 Ya minimum Fig 25 Sealing gaps 7412944 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Example of Determining Hearth Extension Equiva lents To determine the thickness required for any new mate rial NEW K
20. llation of an approved gas ap pliance CFM Corporation manufactures a wide variety of gas logs for use in CFM Corporation fireplaces Be sure to have the appliance installed in accordance with building codes Gas connection may enter from either left or right side of the fireplace Locate appropriate gas line in the outer casing of fire place and remove insulation from gas line tube Fig 27 From inside the fireplace locate the knockout on the firebrick be sure you are on the appropriate or gas line side of the fireplace Using a flat bladed screw driver or small chisel and hammer carefully tap around the knockout until it loosens and falls out Install 1 2 inch certified gas pipe through opening After gas pipe installation is complete use insulation that was removed from gas line tube to repack space around the pipe Material should be inserted from outside of the fireplace and packed tightly to totally seal between the pipe and tube Note Gas pipe should not come in contact with any wood structures until it has reached a point at least one 1 inch away from fireplace side NOTE When installing an ANSI Z21 11 2 ventless ap pliance the finishing material used for the mantel must be rated at 250 F or greater BTU input of a gas appliance installed in fireplace should be rated less than 100 000 BTU Hr Gas pipe installation is intended for connection to a decorative gas appliance only when 1 incorporating
21. mm y Noncombustible Noncombustible Min 6 Noncombustible Material i Material Material VO O Facing Circulating Surround N Face Fireplace Opening Fireplace Opening Fireplace Opening Minimum width from top of sur round to bottom of screen rail Top View le 2x4 Stud Finished Wall Fireplace Front a Must be sealed with non combustible material FP531a Fig 21 Mantel clearances Face Plate H LE FA LL WAAL M THE gt LALA LHF Na Combustible materials are permitted within a shaded area shown in Figure 23 titled Minimum Wall Clearances DE LAI 12 from top of fireplace opening for radiant models 12 from top of grille opening for circulating models 6 from top of fireplace opening for radiant models Noncombustible material must seperate the black face surround of the fireplace from any combustible mantel material 6 from top of grille opening for circulating models LA aa Fig 22 Combustible mantel clearances 7412944 15 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Side Wall Protection Adjacent combustible side walls that are within mini mum dimensions shown in Figure 23 of the fireplace opening must be protected with CFM Corporation Wall Shield Model SP40 or a specifically built wall shield described in Figure 20 The special wall shield design described in Figure 20 is an alternate method of adding protection to side walls and can be used in pl
22. nation to prevent rain leakage Top housing of simulated brick pattern available in red tan or white Appropriate adapter required Flashing included Housing used to terminate chimney through a chase top Appropriate adapter required Flashing not included Unites Square Chase Termination with chimney pipe required Low profile pyramid style chimney cap used to terminate chimney through a chase Includes adapter Flashing not included Square chimney cap used to terminate chimney through a chase Terra Cotta Masonry Includes adapter Flashing not included Pipe used to build 8 SK8 flue systems Elbow used to create an offset in an 8 chimney system Only 30 elbows available Packaged 2 per carton offset and return Required at each floor level of chimney installation Plus attic on multi story installation Used to support chimney for each of 30 vertical height and 6 of angled chimney run Model Number RLTSK8 RLTSK8L 8 6 12 with 8 flue 0 6 12 pitch 8 12 12 with 8 flue 6 12 12 12 pitch S20B R T W Msut include LISK8 or SLTSK8 P pipe required pitched roofs CT100 CTSK PTLSK8 SLTSK8 SK81 1 Long SK818 11 2 Long SK83 3 Long SK84 4 Long SK830 2 SKFS2A 8 straight flue SKFS6A 8 30 inclined flue SKCS8 21 Majestic Fireplacese BR BC Series Chimney Components con t Canada Chimney Collar Enclosure Installs on the over the chimn
23. ney arrangement from the centerline of the fireplace to the centerline of the chimney where it is to pass through the first ceiling NOTE This offset distance may not be your full offset distance See Examples 2 and 3 OFFSET po jo Li oto o o ew 20 o ifo o o we 2 13 2914 fofo fofo 194 2w 111 16 34 afio fofo ont saw 1 20 40 Popol ofo zo ow 2 1 21 434 2 iojo fo 210 aa ofofo o 264 sie 1 1 28 2 55 Poti ofo 204 6647 1 1 31 60 fofofo ave eow ofito o ae esw 2 37 70 ofofo o are row 111 11 11 41 77 afio p pi ame re ofo ee 1 2 1 47 8712 O EA ere ofofo sir a Porat ee er 3 1 56 103 o fofa fofi son 1 2 1 59 10812 ofiofi son oew 2 1 1 62 113 ofofo 103 1 64 11712 Por afs toa es rr ofofo 126 o ia 1 1 rom 126 3 1 74 13412 olofofo pi rave 1 1 2 2 78 140 porate fey re 14047 o o a 1 2 er 167 o i o s 2 9 rev o o 2 2 2 er 156 1 3 1 2 89 1604 ofits i e eave eow o o 1 s 2 oew 1 2 2 2 95 170 o fief e ave row 4 2 99 177 o o o 4 2 oon 1 1 3 21101 181 ofii e epom pew 3 2 2 104 186 poops ta 2 ro 1 4 2 107 19112 pot fora afora o fofa fae rove 196 1 3 2 3 114 203 ofits te fe 4 20047 1 4 311177 209 DOZZA 1 2 3 3 120 213 o 1 2 3 3 _120 21047 pofopors s fis 220 7412944 Majest
24. ng flanges from the hearth and install at the sides of the fireplace as shown in Figure 15 7412944 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Installing Outside Air Kit An outside air kit is installed in all BR BC Series Fire places If desired or if local codes mandate the use of an air kit then an AK MST is required to complete the installation from air kit to the outdoors If the outside air kit is to be used the AK MST MUST be installed BE FORE the fireplace is enclosed Refer to the AK MST instructions for field installation Sa ZA Metal Safety Strip 1 2 or 3 pieces CB ZZ Z zz SALLAZLIAZZA BOOSIE Ned KX PSO YQ e zy Safety Strip not supplied Hearth Ext Ya 13mm Min Overlap Nail Top Standoffs Flanges Fig 15 Fasten fireplace in position 11 Majestic Fireplacese BR BC Series Installing the Chimney System Pipe Section Start by attaching the first chimney section to the collar on top of the fireplace Install the pipe as pictured in Figure 16 When you get a good lock you will hear the pipe clearly snap together 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 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 Fi
25. ngineered Fireplace System related to environmental geographic conditions such as for example nearby structures or roof peaks trees hills or mountains inadequate ventilation or negative air pressure in the place where the Fireplace system is installed related to any mechanical system such as for example furnaces fans air conditioners clothes dryers etc 5 Except as otherwise expressly specified in paragraphs A through D NONE OF THESE WARRANTIES COVER AND CFM CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSTRUCTION INSTALLATION LABOR TRANS PORTATION OR OTHER COSTS OR EXPENSES ARISING FROM A DEFECTIVE PART ITS REPAIR OR REPLACE MENT OR OTHERWISE NOR SHALL CFM CORPORATION IN ANY EVENT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY LAW Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT AF TER THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN PARAGRAPHS A THROUGH D Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so this limita tion may not apply to you In order to obtain performance of any of the above warranty obligations write to CFM Corporation at this address CFM Corporation 410 Admiral Blvd
26. of new material per inch thickness required X of listed thickness K of listed material per inch mate rial Example for Common Brick T new 5 0 0 458 x 0 50 in 5 46 in new required thickness Recessed Installation BR BC36 Only Noncombustible Minimum 36 914 mm A 3 a 152 mm Minimum 33 Minimum 838 mm e 2 51 mm Hearth Extension A Minimum 030 Thick Stain less Steel Plate N Insulation with Minimum R L Value of 2 75 Minimum 030 Thick Stainless Steel Plate Maximum 10 gt 254 mm Maximum 14 gt _ gt 356 mm Eri Hearth FP1608 Extension View A NOTE If noncombustible material is not used between the stainless steel plate and fireplace opening the steel must be attached to the front of the unit a minimum of four 4 places on each piece with sheet metal screws no longer than 1 2 NOTE The size of the insulation and stainless steel plate must be within limits stated above and covers all combustible framing material Fig 26 Recessed installation 17 Majestic Fireplacese BR BC Series Installing Line For Gas Log CFM Corporation fireplaces are designed to accept a 1 2 inch gas line for insta
27. on The BR BC Series fireplaces are solid fuel woodburning fireplaces The BR36 42 Builder Radiant is a clean face fireplace and the BC36 42 Builder Circulating unit has fixed grilles Precautions CFM Corporation 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 installation If you notice any damage to fireplace or component parts immediately report damage to your Majestic Fireplaces dealer Only use CFM Corporation components or the warranty will be voided and a fire hazard may be created CFM Corporation warranty will be voided by and CFM Corporation disclaims any responsibility for the following actions e Installation by any other than a qualified install er preferably NFI or WETT Canada certified e Installation of any damaged fireplace or chim ney component e Modification of fireplace chimney assembly or any component parts thereof except for chase flashings as detailed in Chimney Top installation instructions e Installation other than as instructed by CFM Corporation or e Installation and or use of any component part not manufactured or approved by CFM Corpo ration in combination or assembly with a Majes tic Fireplaces fireplace system notwithstanding any independent testing laboratory or other third party approval of such component
28. ows in U S or 2 total 45 elbows in Canada per fireplace may be used 6 Aguy wire stabilizer is required for chimneys extend ing more than 6 1 8 m above a roof line 7412944 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 8 The key points of the Ten Foot Rule are 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 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 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 high est point where it passes through the roof Reference Point D Fig 8 Ten Foot Rule illustration Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Chimney Supports The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for vertical chimney heights less than 30 9m above the hearth
29. 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 Fireplaces must be vented to the out of doors Do not obstruct or modify air inlets outlets in any manner Do not install combustible materials on any of the black fireplace surround Burn only solid wood fuel or gas logs Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other products not specified for use with this fireplace Proposition 65 Warning Fuels used in gas wood burning or oil fired appliances and the products of combustion of such fuels contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety Code Sec 25249 6 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 Gas Logs If you plan to install a gas log the gas line should be installed before framing the fireplace The gas line must be installed by a certified gas line installer BR36 BR42 BC36 BC42 Listed UL 127 ULC S610 Standard for Factory Built Fireplaces Table of Contents Safety Information Specifications and Framing Parts Identification Chimney Requirements Planning Information Installation Replacement Parts Accessories 7412944 BR
30. ples The over all height above a combustible floor depth and width must be as indicated with the extension centered to the fireplace opening The top of insulation must be covered with a noncom bustible decorative covering or a piece of 018 mini mum sheet metal to protect hearth extension material Fig 23 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 23 and 25 Minimum Hearth Extension Dimensions for On Site Construction Seal cracks between the fireplace and hearth extension with noncombustible material May install noncombustible decorative covering OR 018 min sheet metal Fireplace Hearth 4 MIN E Combustible Minimum Safety strips must overlap Yo minimum Insulation Value R Floor i a B clb e F c u J 406 mm 305 mm 457 mm 356 mm 229 mm 406 mm 1219 mm BR BC42 20 12 42 35 18 14 12 20 508 mm 305 mm 457 mm 356 mm 305 mm 508 mm 1562 mm 61 2 Fig 23 Combustible side wall protection and hearth extension dimensions 16 7412944 WARNING HEARTH EXTENSION MUST BE IN STALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE 23 AND MUST NOT COVER THE BOTTOM FRONT OPENING OF THE CIRCULATING MODEL Alternate noncombustible materials may be used pro viding the tota
31. r details on how high above the roof top the chimney sec tions all pipes should extend Installing Top Housing or Termination Follow the installation instructions provided with the chimney termination you have selected Installing Chimney In a Chase Refer to Page 5 Figure 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 Firestop Spacers CAUTION All joints between the finished wall and the fireplace surround top sides must be sealed with noncombustible material to prevent cold air leakage into the room Only noncombustible material may be applied to the facing of the fireplace surround Black painted area Fig 20 Finish the wall with material of your choice Do not install a combustible mantel shelf less than 12 305mm from the top of the fireplace opening for radiant models and 12 305mm from top of grille opening for circulating models Do not install a mantel face plate less than 6 159mm from top of fireplace opening for radiant models and 6 159mm from top of grille opening for circulating models Fig 22 If a combustible material is used be low a flat mantel shelf con
32. rebox Metal Safety Strips 1 2 or 3 pieces Majestic Fireplacese BR BC Series Chimney Requirements Offset Installations CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT HEARTH Example 1 Notes G H cannot exceed 20 feet Example 2 Example 3 FP269 Air Space Clearances SK8 2 wall 1 and S Series 3 wall 2 Illustration Key The following safety rules apply to offset installations letters correspond with illustration above A Height of the chimney is measured from the hearth to the chimney exit BR BC36 BR BC42 Maximum 90 0 90 0 Minimum Without Elbows 12 6 With 2 Elbows 14 6 With 4 Elbows 21 0 12 6 14 6 21 0 B Do not use more than 4 elbows per chimney Attach the straps of the return top elbow to a structural framing member The offset first elbow of any pair does not have straps In Canada two 2 SK845 are allowed Fig 6 Chimney system requirements 6 C The chimney cannot be more than 30 45 in Canada from the vertical plane in any installation D The maximum length of the angled run of the total chimney system is 20 feet G plus H cannot exceed 20 feet E A chimney support Model SKCS8 is required every 6 feet of angled run of chimney Chimney supports are required for every 30 feet and 60 feet SK8 pipe or 20 feet and 40 feet 3 wall pipe of ver tical chimney height above the hearth Determine the offset distance of your chim
33. spacer The inside dimension of the frame must be the same as the hole size selected from Figure 13 in order to provide the required 11 2 38 mm of air space between the outside diameter of the chimney and the edges of the framed ceiling hole Positioning Safety Strips Securing the Fireplace Slide fireplace into position Lift the fireplace front slightly and slide the metal safety strips under front bottom edge about 1 38 mm al lowing the remainder to extend in front of firebox Over lap strips at least 1 2 13 mm to provide a positive joint Flat safety strips are packed with fireplace Fig 14 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 If fireplace is to be elevated above the floor a z shaped metal safety strip must be fabricated and used to protect combustible surfaces in front of the fireplace This Z shaped safety strip is not provided but must be fabricated of metal with each horizontal leg at least 11 2 88mm wide and equal in length to the metals strips provided with the fireplace Note Safety strips are not required over noncombusti ble floors where all supports at the base of the fireplace are noncombustible 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 naili
34. ssible 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 Cutting the Hole Cover fireplace collar opening and cut proper sized chimney hole in chimney The SK8 pipe allows you to run pipe through a typical 16 on center joist without cutting joists Framing the Ceiling Hole Frame the ceiling chimney hole as shown in Figure 12 Itis good practice to use framing lumber that is the same size as the ceiling joists this is a requirement at attic level Existing Ceiling Chimney Hole New Framing Members A SK Series framing 1412 X 1412 368 x 368mm B S Series framing 17 1 2 X 1712 445 x 445mm FP551 Fig 12 Typical frame for ceiling chimney hole 7412944 The following table gives firestop spacer model num bers PPS Angle of Chimney at Ceiling Size of Chimne 30 8 Flue SKFS2A SK Series SKFS6A 14 x 1416 141 x 2512 368 mm x 368 mm 368 mm x 648 mm 8 Flue FS2A FS6A S Series 3 Wall 1712 x 1740 1778 x 29 445 mm x 445 mm 454 mm x 753 mm Fig 13 Ceiling chimney hole sizes necessary for installing firestop
35. sult your local building codes for minimum clearance from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf All joints top bottom and sides where wall or deco rative facing material meets fireplace surround must be completely sealed with a noncombustible material Figures 21 and 22 NOTE No side wall protection is required for fireplaces installed at 45 to two 2 side walls corner installation Air Space Clearances Combustible framing material MUST NOT penetrate AIR SPACE shaded areas gt oe cs Ye air space _ to sides UN Front View Side View 1 2 13 m Air Space to Back 1 2 13m Air Space to Sides EA 0 Clearance to Floor material may be applied as facing to the black fireplace surround Only noncombustible f Hearth Extension Fig 20 Minimum clearances to combustibles Often a decorative surround or vertical portion of the mantel is desired If this is constructed of any combus tible material it must be within the safe zone indicated in Figure 23 7412944 Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Mantel Clearance Radiant Model No Mantel Clearance Radiant Mantel Clearance Noncombustible Facing Material Model with Noncombustible Circulating Model f Facing Material Combustible Combustible Combustible Mantel and Mantel and Mantel and 42 Trim Trim Finished N Finished Wall NE Finished Wall Header Header Standoff Standoff Standoff 305
36. what your distributor can furnish contact CFM Corporation 410 Admiral Blvd Mississauga Ontario Canada L5T 2N6 Attn Technical Services CAUTION This fireplace and chimney assembly is a highly engineered system and as such must be oper ated only with CFM Corporation approved components If you use an unapproved component to make any modifications you may create a possible fire hazard and will void the CFM Corporation warranty In addi tion such action may void the coverage provided by the owner s insurance Model Number Glass Door Standard Bi Fold door set Brushed Brass finish 36GDKBB BR BC36 42GDKBK eres ora ce 42GDKS epee FK12 Chimney System Adapter Converts fireplace to a 3 wall chimney system TWABR Collar Contact your Majestic Fireplaces distributor or dealer for finishing Marble and Mantels available in a wide selection of styles 20 7412944 U S Component Round Top Termination Round Top Termination Extended Flashing Square Termination Housing Adapter Kit Housing Extensions Square Chase Termination Adapter Kit Chase Top Housing Chase Top Housing SK8 Chimney Sections SK8 Chimney Elbows Firestop Chimney Support 7412944 Majestic Fireplacese BR BC Series Chimney Components Top used to terminate chimney at roof Flashing not included Top used to terminate chimney at chase Flashing not included Metal finishing required around Contemporary Termi
37. wire 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 completely within the EB1 then attach coverplate to fireplace Install Fan Kit Assembly Refer to optional Model FK12 fan kit assembly instal lation instructions for field installation Chimney Set up Since you have already preplanned the chimney run you should know exactly how the installation is to be accomplished how much pipe is required the num ber of elbows if any and type of termination to be used CAUTION REPORT TO YOUR DEALERS ANY PARTS DAMAGED IN SHIPMENT SPECIFICALLY CHECK THE END CONNECTION OF CHIMNEY SEC TIONS AND ELBOWS NOTE Fireplaces may use CFM Corporation Model SK8 or Model S three wall chimney systems The BR BC Series Fireplace will accept the SK8 chimney system as is but a TWABR adapter collar is required when using the Model S triple wall chimney system The installation procedure described in this manual applies only to the SK8 system Either chimney system may be used but may not be mixed Majestic Fireplaces BR BC Series Straight Up Chimney Installation To mark the centerline of the flue put the fireplace in f
38. 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 10 When a fireplace is installed in a chase or on a 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 Ina 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 5 When installing the chimney DO NOT caulk between outer pipe and firestop It is vital that some air be al lowed to flow through this very thin gap CAUTION WHEN INSTALLING A FIREPLACE IN AN INSULATED ENCLOSURE BE SURE ALL REQUIRED AIR SPACES ARE MAINTAINED Page 14 Figure 20 7412944 Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace is set in place however most installers build the frame before setting the fireplace Frame fireplace with 2 x 4 lumber or heavier materials Refer to framing dimensions in Figures 1 2 3 or 4 for basic fireplace specifications NOTE When using 2 x 6 framing construction the allowable air space between the front of the SK8 outer pipe an
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