FMI F48H(I)(R)A User's Manual
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1. gas line and refractory knockout hole with Outside of Side refractory cement or commercial furnace Fireplace Firebrick cement Install the gas appliance or cap off Finished gas line if desired Gas Line Remove W Side Conduit Knockout 4 9 Dowel Ay CAUTION All gas piping SUletondae andconnections must be tested G 2 a for leaks after the installation 85 m is completed After ensuring Cover VUL s CCess that the gas valve is on apply Hole soap and water solution to all Figure 27 Gas Line Access connections andjoints Bubbles Side forming show a leak Correct Firebrick all leaks at once DO NOT USE gt incoming h finished AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK Gas Line 1 2 Black 7 y TESTING AND DO NOT OPER Conduit Iron Pipe e ATE ANY APPLIANCE IF ALEAK IS DETECTED LEAK TESTING c SHOULD BE DONE BY AQUALI Seal FIED SERVICE PERSON Opening Repack with Provide Enough A Insulation Refractory Threaded WARNING Do not operate an Cement End for Fitting unvented gas log set in this fire Connection place with the chimney removed Figure 28 Gas Line Installation www fmiproducts com 124386 01A GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Install top and bot tom rails and hardware before installing glass door panels Rail installation 1 2 firebox see Figure 29 identical until spring clips are in place concrete drill2. Ember Protector lt Fireplace Front N Raised Hearth Ember Protector Hearth Extension Mi Front Elevated Seal Gap Rx SS Ember Protector Figure 3 Hearth Extension 124386 01A MANTELS A mantel may be installed if desired see Figure 4 Woodwork such as wood trims mantels or any other combustible material projecting from the front face must not be placed within 12 of the fireplace opening Combustible materials above 12 and pro jecting more than 1 1 2 from the fireplace must not be placed less than 15 from the top opening of the fireplace NFPA STD 211 Sec 7 3 3 3 Mantels or any other combustible material also may come up to the side edge of the black metal face of the fireplace just as long as the projection from the front face fall within the limit shown in Figure 4 Combustible po 1 4 Ref Material 1 6 Zone for Ref Projection of 33 Combustible 1 Materials 3 Nom 15 Min 1175 12 Min Section of Fireplace Fireplace Opening Figure 4 Mantel Clearances to Combustible Material OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT MODEL AK4 AK4F Installation of an outside air kit should be per formed during rough framing of fireplace due to nature of it s location Outside combustion air is accessed through a vented crawl space AK4F or through a sidewall AK4 This fire place is equipped with a barometric dam
3. Termination to Outer 2 Waterproof Pipe with 3 Gaile Screws Storm Collar Flashing Overlap Shingles Top Underlap and Sides of Shingles Flashing Base Figure 15 Termination CHASE INSTALLATIONS Instructions for chase installations are includ ed with the chase style termination chosen In a multiple chase installation be sure to provide adequate distance between termi nations to prevent smoke spillage from one termination to another Terminations must be separated a minimum of 24 center to center and stacked at a minimum vertical height dif ference of 18 see Figure 16 page 10 Note If a decorative shroud is to be installed contact the manufacturer for specifications www fmiproducts com 9 INSTALLATION Continued Figure 16 Multiple Chase Installation 10 FOOT RULE All flue gas outlet chimney terminations must extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above highest point where it passes through the roof and must be at least 2 feet above highest point of the roof that is within a horizontal distance of 10 feet see Figure 17 Level of a0 pus Flue Gas Outlet 10 2 Mi i Is I Mi Figure 17 10 Foot Rule FINISHING FIREPLACE Combustible materials such as wallboard gypsum board sheet rock drywall plywood etc may mak
4. WARNING Always leaveglass doors fully opened orfully closed when operating fireplace A WARNING If fireplace is to be installed on combustible material a Hearth Spacer must be used See Replacement and Accessory Parts on page 18 SPECIFICATIONS MODELS F48H I R A AND VF48H I R A ROUND TOP TERMINATION No Combustible Material on Front Face Except for _ Mantel Applications PLANTATION FIREPLACE WITH HEARTH SPACER REQUIRED FOR COMBUSTIBLE FLOORS Wall Extension 72 X 20 E 42 375 i 33 5 ban ny 18 IN Perpendicular SQUARE TERMINATION 2 Chimney Airspace Clearance to Combustible Material 1 5 Airspace _ Back and Sides Outside Air Access Location Gas Line Access Location Hearth Spacer Required for Combustible Floor 2 0 to Bottom 22 12 Min Each Side 30 31 60 625 L H amp A WAR 71 5 Y WA 65 75 76 25 WAAAY in i 76259 e P 8 875 i HE LN 12 875 5 Secure Fireplace a 60 625 1 With Hearth Spacer ican Provided 124386 01A www fmiproducts com INSTALLATION SELECTING FIREPLACE LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location for the firep
5. 866 328 4537 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit our web site at www fmiproducts com REPLACEMENT PARTS If this product is missing a part or has a broken component please do not return it to the store Call FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1 866 328 4537 to answer questions and replace parts under warranty Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty 124386 01A When calling or writing please have your model and serial numbers of your fireplace ready Model and serial number information are in the fireplace s rating plate located on the fireplace smoke shelf www fmiproducts com 17 SSS SSS KEY NO a i2 PARTS lt SS PARTNO DESCRIPTION 124652 01 Left Leading Brick Red 124652 03 Left Leading Brick Ivory 124652 02 Right Leading Brick 36 Red 124652 04 Right Leading Brick 42 50 Red 125634 01 Hearth Red 125634 02 Hearth Ivory 124646 01 Rear Red 124646 02 Rear Top Ivory 124648 01 Right Red 124648 02 Right Ivory 124650 01 Left Red 124650 02 Left Ivory 124644 01 Rear Bottom Red 124644 02 Rear Bottom Ivory NEN 124134 07 Side Retaining Brackets 4 125553 01 Rear Retaining Brackets 1 www fmiproducts com 124386 01A PARTS Continued 109496 01 for F48 Series EMBER PROTECTOR 20093
6. be taken into consideration lineal gain and are given in lineal gain chart see Figure 6 Lineal gain is the actual mea surable length of a part after two or more parts are connected For Canada use chimney parts designated HT Required for Wall Installation AX WARNING The opening in the collar around the chimney at the top of the fireplace must not be obstructed Neveruseblowninsula tion to fill the chimney enclosure 6 www fmiproducts com Figure 6 Lineal Gain ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM Each double wall chimney section consists of a galvanized outer pipe a stainless steel in ner flue pipe and a wire spacer Pipe sections must be assembled independently as chimney is installed When connecting chimney directly to fireplace inner flue pipe section must be installed first with lanced side up Outer pipe section can then be installed over flue pipe section with hemmed end up Press down on each pipe section until lances securely engage hem on fireplace starter Wire will assure proper spacing between inner and outer pipe sections Continue to assemble chimney sections as outlined above making sure both inner and outer pipe sections are locked together When installing double wall snap lock chimney to gether it is important to assure joint between chimney sections is locked Check by pulling chimney upward after locking Chimney will not come apart if properly locked It is
7. bit not provided with glass door kit rails see Figure 30 Installing Glass Doors After spring clips have been installed some adjustments may be needed Install the doors using the following steps B Use asa Template before Drilling 124386 01A Top Rail Remove Screws then Replace to DS Top Rail ottom Rail Drill Holes EN into Bricks Screws Figure 29 Securing Door Rails to Fireplace Remove screws securing top face to Align holes on rail to be installed at top and replace screws Note Door rails are Using remaining door rail as a template place along front row of bricks at bottom making sure rail front surface is flush with fireplace bottom face surface Mark hole centers and remove rail see Figure 29 Drill 9 5 32 diameter holes about 1 deep directly into bricks using a 5 32 Place rail back on bricks and align holes Secure using 9 concrete screws provided Secure retaining clips to top and bottom Top Rail Bottom Rail Figure 30 Mounting Door Retaining Clips 1 With bi fold doors completely folded insert bottom pivot pin into bottom retaining clip located at far left and far right side of bot tom rail Swing door to vertical position making sure top pins slide into top door rail Door is installed when top door pin snaps into spring clip see Figure 31 2 Repeat step 1 for remaining door If you find the doors
8. end of rod before attaching last ring of screen 2 Insert the round end screen rod into hole on the left and right side of smoke shelf Figure 25 3 Mount flat end of screen rod with 10 x 5 8 to center of smoke shelf 4 Install other screen rod in same manner Rating Hole for Screen Plate Figure 25 Installing Fireplace Screen INSTALLING GRATE RETAINERS 1 Place the provided grate retainers on the hearth as shown in Figure 26 The back of the retainer will be flush with the rear firebrick wall Mark the center of the hole on the hearth with a marker 2 Drill two holes in the hearth in the marked locations using a masonry 3 16 drill bit 3 Secure grate retainer with masonry screws provided 124386 01A www fmiproducts com A WARNING Risk of fire Re place grate with FMI PRODUCTS LLC grate only see Parts page 23 This grate has been de signed to keep the operation of your fireplace safe and efficient D Figure 26 Installing Grate Retainers OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION Gas line hook up should be done by your supplier or a qualified service person Note Before you proceed make sure your gas supply is turned off Use only a 1 2 black iron pipe and appropri ate fittings 1 Remove knockout indentation on refrac If you install a decorative gas appliance vented gas log the decorative gas appliance must comply with the Standard for Decorati
9. Emi FMI PRODUCTS LLC RESIDENTIAL WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL F48H I R A AND VF48H I R A 48 WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE WITH HERRINGBONE N MASONRY BRICK A Zig Ws We recommend that our products be installed and serviced by professionals who National Fireplace Institute INSTITUI Glue www nficertified org IF FIREPLACE IS TO BE INSTALLED DIRECTLY ON ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL A HEARTH SPACER IS REQUIRED SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance it also contains information that will enable you to obtain re placement parts or accessory items when needed Keep it with your other important papers This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning fire place or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS 221 60 or 221 84 standards or for use with a vent free gas log heater approved to ANS Z21 11 2 standard This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127 CAN ULC S610 M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLIANCE FOR CANADA The authority having jurisdiction such as the municipal building department fire department etc should be contacted before installation to deter mine the need to obtain a permit INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference For more information visit www fmiproducts com A WARNIN
10. G Improper installation adjustment altera tion service or maintenance can cause injury property damage or loss of life Refer to this manual for assis tance or additional information Consult a qualified installer or local distributor TABLE CONTENTS Specifications e brio s istallato me 4 Firebrick Wall 11 Optional Gas Line 2 14 Glass Door Installation 18 Operation and Maintenance 16 Technical Service Replacement Parts Pans eee ACCESSO ES OR SAFETY IMPORTANT Check local codes before installing this fireplace Before beginning the installation of the fireplace read these instructions through completely This FMI PRODUCTS LLC fireplace and its components are safe when installed according to this installation manual Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS LLC components which have been designed and tested for the fireplace system you may cause a fire hazard The FMI PRODUCTS LLC warranty will be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS LLC disclaims any responsibility for the following actions a Modification of the fireplace com ponents doors air inlet system and damper control b Use of any component part not manufac tured or approved by FM
11. I PRODUCTS LLC in combination with a FMI PROD UCTS LLC fireplace system Proper installation is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace Consult the local building codes as to the particular requirements concerned with the installation of all factory built fireplaces A WARNING Do not install a fireplace insert inthis box unless the manufacturer s instructions with the insert specifically state this fireplace has been tested for use with this insert 2 www fmiproducts com This fireplace is not intended to be used as a Substitute for a fur nace to heat an entire home Use for supplemental heat only FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline orany otherflammable vapors orliquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Dueto high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Donot place clothing or other flammable materials on or near the appliance Never leave children unat tended when a fire is burning in the fireplace WARNING Use solid wood or processed solid fuel fire logs only When processed wood fuel fire logs are used do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning Use only fire logs that have been evaluated for the application in fireplace and refer to fire log warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use 124386 01A SAFETY Continued
12. SCREEN 118115 01 ROD 110146 02 PUSH ON NUT 11418 ACCESSORIES 1 BI FOLD GLASS MASONRY DOOR BDMO4S8E 48 Ebony BDMO48G 48 Pewter BDMOASC 48 Oiled Bronze DOUBLE WALL PIPE 12 12DM 18 12DM 24 12DM 36 12DM 48 12DM 12 12HT 18 12HT 24 12HT 36 12HT and 48 12HT 30 OFFSET AND RETURN 30E 12DM and 30E 12HT 124386 01A eo OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR FLOOR INSTALLATION AK4F OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR SIDEWALL INSTALLATION AK4 C STORM COLLAR SC2 1 www fmiproducts com 19 ACCESSORIES Continued SQUARE CHASE TOP TERMINATION STL 12D HS48 ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS RLT 12D AND RLT 12HT 24 ROUND WOODNOOK DHR 24 ROOF FLASHING V6F 10DM 0 to 6 12 Pitch V12F 10DM 6 12 to 12 12 Pitch FIRESTOP SPACER FS 10 Emi FMI PRODUCTS LLC 2701 S Harbor Blvd Santa Ana CA 92704 124386 01 1 866 328 4537 Rev www fmiproducts com 10 10
13. Support www fmiproducts com 1 Moisten brick surface with damp sponge or spray bottle just prior to application When bricks are wet any excess grout mixture on bricks will easily wipe off In a heavy duty mixing bucket add equal parts cement and sand Add enough water and mix together well using a power drill with mixing wand attachment to a yogurt like consistency Not adding enough water can lead to grout falling out after burning The overall length of piping bag should be about 16 If the bag is longer than 16 cut it down to size by removing end with larger opening This will make the bag easier to handle Put grout mixture into piping bag making sure the smaller opening is downward and over a moist towel to avoid spilling Place a wet towel over the bucket making sure it is directly on the surface of grout mixture This will keep the mixture moist and it will not dry out before use Grout all joints where two firebrick walls come together Using a trowel remove excess grout mix ture by moving trowel in the direction of the joint Grout mixture in the joint should now be flush with brick surface If not enough grout is applied into each space grout may fall out after burning Using a joint striker smooth out grout line Allow 72 hours before operating fireplace 124386 01A INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING SCREEN 1 Slide round end of screen rod into rings at top of screen Attach one push on nut to
14. do not close properly or do not appear level or straight proceed with section on door adjustment Slide Top BN Pin Into Top Retaining Clip Spring Clip Bottom Retaining Clip Figure 31 Installing Doors www fmiproducts com 15 GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION Continued DOOR ADJUSTMENT Remove doors and slightly loosen upper spring clips Replace and fully close doors Use 1 8 shims any material to level doors Once proper setting is achieved carefully open doors enough to access top retaining clips with a phillips screwdriver Tighten screws See Figure 32 Side Front Face Spring Clip Partially Opened Door Figure 32 Adjusting Bi Fold Doors OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GLASS DOORS Glass doors are optional with fireplace When fireplace is in operation doors must be fully opened or fully closed position only or a fire hazard may be created see Figure 33 A fireplace equipped with glass doors oper ates much differently than a fireplace with an open front A fireplace with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion Excessive heat within the fireplace can result if too large a fire is built or if combustion air gate is not completely open The following tips should be followed to assure that both the fireplace and glass door retain their beauty and func tion properly Both the flue damper and glass doors must be fully opened before starting fire This will provide suffic
15. e direct contact with sides and top around the fireplace face It is important that combustible materials do not overlap face itself Brick glass tile or other noncombustible materials may overlap front face provided they do not obstruct essential openings like louvered slots or any other opening When overlapping with a noncombustible facing material use only noncombustible mortar or adhesive 10 www fmiproducts com A CAUTION All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed After ensuring that the gas valve is on apply soap and water solution to all connections and joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK TESTING AND DO NOT OPER ATE ANY APPLIANCE IF ALEAK IS DETECTED LEAK TESTING SHOULD BE DONE BYA QUALI FIED SERVICE PERSON WARNING Do not operate an unvented gas log set in this fire place with the chimney removed If you install a decorative gas appliance vented gas log the decorative gas appliance must comply with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces ANS 221 60 221 84 and shall also be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 NFPA 54 latest edition WARNING If fireplace has been used for wood burning firebox and chimney must be cleaned of soot creosote and ashes by a qualified chimney cleane
16. ear Figure 1 Framing Dimensions 60 875 With Hearth Spacer Maintain 1 1 Clearance at Sides and Back of Fireplace 1 1 Clearance Not Required at Nailing Flanges Figure 2 Corner Installation 124386 01A INSTALLATION Continued HEARTH EXTENSION A hearth extension projecting a minimum of 20 in front of and a minimum of 12 beyond each side of the fireplace opening is required to protect combustible floor construction in front of the fireplace Fabricate a hearth extension using a material which meets the following specifications a layer of noncom bustible inorganic material having a thermal conductivity of K 0 84 BTU IN FT HR F or less at 1 thick For example if the material selected has a K factor of 0 25 such as glass fiber the following formula would apply 0 25 x 1 0 0 30 thickness required 0 84 Thermal conductivity K of materials can be obtained from the manufacturer or supplier of the noncombustible material If the hearth ex tension is to be covered use noncombustible material such as tile slate brick concrete metal glass marble stone etc Provide a means to prevent the hearth extension from shifting and seal gap between the fireplace frame and hearth extension with a noncom bustible material see Figure 3 WARNING Hearth extension is to be installed only as shown in Figure 3 rd xj Seal Gap Fireplace Front
17. he dimensions shown in Figures 1 and 2 2 If the fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting tile other than ceramic or any combustible material including wood flooring the fireplace must be installed 4 www fmiproducts com on a hearth spacer designed for use with this fireplace see Replacement and Ac cessory Parts page 18 Set the fireplace directly in front of this opening and slide the unit back until the nailing flanges touch the side framing Check the level of the fireplace and shim with sheet metal if necessary Before securing fireplace to prepared fram ing the ember protector provided must be placed between the hearth extension not supplied and under the bottom front edge of the fireplace to protect against glowing embers falling through If the fireplace is to be installed on a raised platform a Z type ember protector not supplied must be fabricated to fit your required platform height The ember protector should extend under the fireplace a minimum of 1 1 2 The ember protector should be made of galva nized sheet metal 28 gauge minimum to prevent corrosion Using screws or nails secure the fireplace to the framing through flanges located on the sides of the fireplace 71 5 65 7 76 375 ad 31625 Secure Fireplace To Hearth Spacer Using Straps Provided Sides and R
18. ient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in firebox SSS 7 Doors Fully Closed Fireplace Front Fireplace Front Doors Fully Opened Figure 33 Bi Fold Glass Doors 16 www fmiproducts com IMPORTANT The glass must be allowed to warm slowly and evenly Such materials as pitch wax laden logs very dry mill end lumber and large amounts of paper or cardboard boxes can create an excessively hot fire and should not be burned in this fireplace Always keep the fire well back from the doors and never allow flames to contact the glass WARNING Fireplaces equipped with glass doors should be operated only with doors fully openedor doors fully closed Doors if left partly open may draw gas and flame out of the fireplace opening creating risks of both fire and smoke Cleaning Glass Clean glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water Do not use any abrasive material to clean glass Do not clean glass with any cool water if glass is still hot from the fire and smoke A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed for the purpose of installing a vented or vent free decorative gas appliance incorporating an automatic shutoff device and complying with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces ANSI Z21 60 or American Gas Association draft requirements for Gas Fired Log Lighters for Wood Burning Fireplaces Draf
19. ipe on roof with a pitch a rectangular opening must be cut 1 Determine center point through which pipe will penetrate roof 2 Determine center point of roof Pitch is the distance the roof drops over a given span usually 12 3 Use roof opening chart Figure 12 to determine correct opening length and flashing required 4 Remove shingles around opening mea sured Cut out this section 5 Add next sections of pipe until end penetrates roof line Check to see that proper clearances are maintained Extend chimney by adding sections of double wall pipe until pipe is minimum of 30 above highest point of roof cutout Termination and chimney must extend a minimum of 36 above highest point where it passes through roof i H 19 5 Min 6 2 Min 30 Min Cy Pitch Slope Opening Used Flashing A Max Model No Flat 0 19 5 V6F 10DM 0 6 12 26 6 22 V6F 10DM 6 12 12 12 45 0 27 V12F 10DM Figure 12 Roof Opening Measurements 124386 01A INSTALLATION Continued FLASHING INSTALLATION V6F 10DM OR V12F 10DM Determine flashing to be used with roof open ing chart Slide flashing over pipe until base is flat against roof Replace as many shingles as needed to cover exposed area and flashing base Secure in position by nailing through shingles see Figure 13 DO NOT NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE Storm Colla
20. lace you must take into consideration the following guidelines 1 The location must allow for proper clear ances see Figures 1 and 2 2 Consider a location where the fireplace will not be affected by drafts air condition ing ducts windows or doors 3 A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier 4 An outside air kit is available with this fireplace see Optional Outside Air Kit on page 5 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Back and sides of fireplace 1 1 2 min Front of fireplace 48 min Floor 0 min Perpendicular wall to opening 18 min Top spacers 0 min Mantel clearance see Mantels page 5 Chimney outer pipe surface 2 min Not required at nailing flanges See step 2 of Framing AX WARNING Do not pack re quiredairspaces with insulation or other materials Minimum Maximum Chimney Height The minimum height of the chimney mea sured from the base of the fireplace to the flue gas outlet of the termination is 16 feet for straight flue or a flue with one elbow set The maximum distance between elbows is 6 feet For systems with two elbow sets the minimum height is 22 feet The maximum height of any System is 50 feet This measurement includes the fireplace chimney sections and the height ofthe termination assembly at the level of the flue gas outlet see Figure 15 page 9 FRAMING 1 Frame the opening for the fireplace using t
21. n on the hearth with the bottom of the wall toward the rear of the firebox and the top toward the front of the fireplace Tilt the wall up toward the back of the firebox Secure bracket at top of the firebrick wall to the rear firebox surround Figure 22 Figure 22 Installing Bottom Rear Wall www fmiproducts com 11 FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION Continued GROUTING INSTRUCTIONS Material provided Bag of cement Bag of sand Material required Piping bag Joints striker Heavy duty mixing bucket Sponge or Wet Cloth Install the rear top firebrick wall Lift the panel up with the front of the firebrick wall facing toward the front of the fireplace The bottom of the panel has two tabs that slide into the bracket on the top of the bottom rear panel Figure 23 Secure the top of the firebrick wall with the rear retaining bracket provided The bracket will slip underneath the metal lip on the top of the firebrick wall and screw into the inner dome of the fireplace Figure 24 Top Rear Tab Slot Rear Figure 23 Installing Top Rear Wall Retaining Bracket Figure 24 Installing Top Rear Wall It is recommended that the joints between all firebrick walls be grouted for a more finished look For grouting instructions For more information and to watch a how to video go to www fmiproducts com and select Technical
22. not necessary to add screws to keep chimney together exception see Figure 9 page 8 124386 01A INSTALLATION Continued USING ELBOW OFFSETS 30E 12DM 1 achieve desired offset you may install combinations of 12 18 24 36 and 48 length of double wall pipe see offset chart and Figure 7 OFFSET RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH A B 12 18 24 36 48 4 1635 ELBOW SET ONLY 93 25 5 1 123 30 9 1 15 34 1 18 40 1 1 21 a 46 1 4 1 23 7 4 49 1 4 1 1 2734 56 3 4 1 30 60 34 1 1 33 66 1 36 71 1 1 38 t4 75 2 415 80 1 1 1 45 863 4 2 46 2 3 89 5 1 1 1 51 97 1 1 53 1 4 101 56 1 4 106 1 4 2 59 1 4 111 1 2 1 1 1 6134 115 5 1 2 64 l 120 3 4 1 2 68 127 2 1 70 130 1 1 2 tht 137 Mo 1 2 1 76 2 4 141 1 2 1 2 1 79 2 4 146 3 4 4 Return Elbow Offset Elbow 2 Chimney weight above offset rests on re turn elbow Straps must be securely nailed to rafters or joists see Figure 8 details A and B Maximum length of pipe between supports return elbow or 12S 12DM is 6 of angle run Maximum of two 6 angle run sections per chimney system see Figure 7 All pipe connections between the offset and return must be secured with two screws on the outer pipe only see Figure 9 page 8 Do not penetrate the inne
23. per which allow outside air to flow into fireplace automatically when needed www fmiproducts com 5 INSTALLATION Continued LINEAL GAIN AX CAUTION Combustion air PARTNO DESCRIPTION GAIN iN inlet ducts shall not terminate 48 penton Fireplace 66 1 2 in attic space 12 12 Pipe Section 105 18 12DM m The maximum height for the 18 12 __ 16 air vent can not exceed 3 feet E Pipe Section 235 below the flue gas outlet of the 36 12DM termination 36 12HT Pipe Section 34 5 4 48 12DM m Secure to Collars with Metal Tape Screws 48 12HT Pipe Section 46 or Straps Min of 1 4 x 20 in size RLT 12D Round Due RLT 12HT Termination h Air Inlet Square Chase Location A STL 12D Top with Slip 7 to 15 Must Allow Section M ZA For Bushes ENS The lineal gain for the terminations is mea or Snow N sured to the flue gas outlet height S S N H 15 Galvanized Outer Pipe 174 H d 12 54 emme E uis Q Stainless End Inner Pipe Vented Crawl Space Vent Hood Check Local Codes Before Installing in a Vented Crawl Space Figure 5 Outside Air Kit CHIMNEY PIPE FMI PRODUCTS LLC chimney system consists of 12 18 24 36 and 48 snap lock double wall pipe segments planned for maximum adaptability to individual site requirements Actual lengths gained after fit ting overlaps must
24. r Pm ingles Flashing and Sides Only Cone Nail Only Outer Perimeter of Flashing Underlap Shingles at Bottom Figure 13 Flashing Installation Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof When installing the flashing on a metal roof it is required that putty tape be used between the flashing and the roof The flashing must be secured to the roof using 8 x 3 4 screws and then sealed with roof coating to prevent leak age through the screw holes A roof coating must also be applied around the perimeter of the flashing to provide a proper seal Storm Collar Installation SC2 1 Place storm collar over pipe and slide down until it is snug against open edge of flashing see Figure 14 Apply waterproof caulk around perimeter of collar to provide a proper seal Chimney Waterproof Pipe Caulk Storm Collar Flashing Figure 14 Storm Collar 124386 01A Terminations Spark Arrestor Fireplace system must be terminated with listed round top or chase terminations In any case refer to installation instructions supplied with termination A CAUTION Do not seal open ings on the rooftop flashing Follow installation instructions provided with termination being used RLT 12D Stainless Shown Inner Flue f Pipe TN Level of t Flue Gas Secure Ls
25. r Creosote will ignite if heavily heated A WARNING When using a decorative vented gas log damper must be removed or permanently locked in the fully open position and glass doors must be in fully open position 124386 01A FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Installation of brick should be done after the fire place is placed in a permanent location The fireplace is shipped with the hearth preinstalled It is held in place for ship ping with 3 shipping brackets Figure 19 Remove these brackets before installing any of the other firebrick walls n J Figure 19 Removing Shipping Brackets 2 124386 01A Install the left and right firebrick walls There is a bracket with 2 tabs on the bottom of each firebrick wall Angle the wall into the fireplace opening and into the slots on the side of the hearth Figure 20 then tilt the top of the panel toward the firebox surround Slot Right Face Hearth Figure 20 Slots for Firebrick Walls m 3 Secure the firebrick wall using two of the side retaining brackets provided The bracket will slip underneath the metal lip on the top of the wall and screw into the inner dome of the fireplace Figure 21 Right Wall Retaining Bracket Leading Bricks Figure 21 Installing Side Walls Install the bottom rear firebrick wall Place the wall face side dow
26. r stainless See Detail A y 2 Min 4 Straps Straps Detail B See Detail B Angle Firestop di MA Straps Straps Detail A Return Elbow Figure 8 Ceiling Support Pipe 12S 12DM 6 Max Ceiling Support Pipe 12S 12DM Figure 7 Typical Offset Terminations 124386 01A www fmiproducts com 7 INSTALLATION Continued Screws Pe A Figure 9 Elbow Offset FIRESTOP SPACERS FS 10 Firestop spacers are required at each point where chimney penetrates a floor space Their purpose is to establish and maintain required clearance between chimney and combustible materials When pipe passes through a framed opening into a living space above firestop must be placed onto ceiling from below as shown in Figure 10 They also provide complete separation from one floor space to another or attic space as required by most codes When the double wall pipe passes through a framed opening into an attic space the firestop must be placed into an attic floor as shown in Figure 11 Firestop Spacer Screws or Staples Min of 8 Figure 10 Firestop Spacer with Living Space Above Ceiling Screws or Staples pq he tw Ceiling Frame Figure 11 Firestop Spacer with Attic Space Above Ceiling 8 www fmiproducts com PENETRATING ROOF To maintain a 2 clearance to p
27. t NO 4 dated August 1993 124386 01A OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Continued If you wish to install an unvented vent free gas log set 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 DAMPER HANDLE OPERATION The damper handle opens and closes the damper blade and is located in the upper rear side of fireplace just above rear bricks Rotate handle counterclockwise slightly to disengage from retaining bracket Swing slowly toward opening of fireplace Engage handle to sec ondary bracket located at front of fireplace inner wall see Figure 34 A CAUTION When operating damper door please be aware of sharp edges and corners Open and close damper door slowly to avoid injury A WARNING Risk of fire Re place grate with FMIPRODUCTS LLC model 109496 01 grate only This grate has been designed to keep the operation of your fire place safe and efficient FULLY CLOSED POSITION Retaining Bracket Holds Damper Door Closed Damper Handle Swing Door Down to Open FULLY OPEN POSITION Secondary Retaining Bracket Holds Damper Door Open Swing Door Up to Close Figure 34 Operating Damper Handle TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1
28. ve Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces ANS 721 60 or 721 84 and shall also be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 7223NFPA tory or firebrick wall located above refrac tory hearth floor Knockout indentation must be firmly tapped with any solid object such as a 1 2 dowel until it is released Remove fragmented portions of refractory see Figure 27 2 Remove gas line cover plate located on either side of fireplace and pull out insula tion from gas line conduit sleeve Save insulation for reuse Replace screws 3 Runa 1 2 black iron gas line into fireplace through the rear at gas line conduit sleeve if using a raised platform add height Provide sufficient gas line into fireplace chamber for fitting connection see Figure 28 Note Secure incoming gas line to wood framing to provide rigidity for threaded end 4 Repack insulation around gas line and into sleeve opening Seal any gaps between 54 latest edition WARNING If the fireplace has been used for wood burning the firebox and chimney must be cleaned of soot creosote and ashes be a qualified chimney cleaner Creosote will ignite if heavily heated A WARNING When using a decorative vented gas log the damper must be removed or permanently locked in the fully open position andthe glass doors mustbe in the fully open position
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