Typical Installation, Precautions, Introduction

PRECAUTIONS

Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is recommended that the installer be a quali- fied or certified “tradesman” familiar with com- monly accepted fireplace installation and safety techniques as well as prevailing local codes.

The most important areas of concern dealing with the installation of factory-built fireplaces are clearances to combustible materials, proper assembly of component parts, height of the chimney system, the proper use of accesso- ries supplied by the manufacturer and the techniques employed in using finishing mate- rials applied to the wall surrounding the fire- place, hearth extensions and wall shields. Each of these topics will be covered in thorough detail throughout this manual. Please give each your special attention as you progress with your installation.

INTRODUCTION

General Information

These fireplaces are conventional radiant heat fireplaces with standard bar grates, optional outside combustion air kits and optional deco- rative glass doors.

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

Chimney and

Termination

Outside Combustion Air Kit (Optional)

Radiant Model Shown

Figure 1

The "C" models are designed as heat circulating fireplaces and may be fitted with accessory fans.

The BRI and BCI models are fully insulated for installation in colder climates.

WARNING: MODELS THAT HAVE THE "-2" SUFFIX HAVE NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET. TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO THIS FIREPLACE.

Note: Illustrations shown reflect “typical” installations with nominal dimensions and are for design and framing reference only. Actual installations may vary due to indi- vidual design preferences. However, always maintain minimum clearances to combus- tible materials and do not violate any specific installation requirements.

These fireplaces have been tested and listed by Omni Test Laboratories (Report No. 116-F-43-

2)to U.L. standard 127. These units are in- tended for installation in residential homes and other buildings of conventional construction including commercial, not in mobile homes.

These fireplaces have been tested for installa- tion in Canada to ULC-S610.For installations in Canada, the chimney clearance to com- bustibles must be 2 inches and the Cold Climat Kit must be installed.

These fireplace systems are designed for in- stallation in accordance with the National Fire Protection Standard for chimneys, fireplaces and solid fuel burning appliances; NFPA 211 and in accordance with codes such as the BOCA Basic/National Codes, the Standard Me- chanical Code and the Uniform Building Codes.

WARNING: FAILURE TO USE MANUFAC- TURE PROVIDED PARTS, VARIATIONS IN TECHNIQUES AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS OR PRACTICES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD AND VOID THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.

When complete these fireplace systems con- sists of four basic “sub-systems”:

1.The Fireplace

2.The Chimney and Termination

3.The Optional Glass Doors

4.The Optional Combustion Air Kits

CLEARANCES AND HEIGHT

REQUIREMENTS

The fireplace may be placed on or near normal construction materials*. The combustion air kit, firestop spacer and roof flashing (not chase flashings) may be placed directly on or against normal construction materials.* The chimney and fireplace outer wrapper require a minimum 1"** air space to combustibles. A combustible mantle may be installed 12" above the opening of the fireplace as per NFPA 211, Section 7-2.3.3 (1992). In Canada, the minimum is 18" above the fireplace opening.

The minimum installed height of the completed fireplace system is 15' 0". The maximum height is 60' 0".

The fireplace and chimney system must be enclosed when installed in or passing through a living area where combustibles or people may come in contact with it. This is important to prevent possible personal injury or fire hazard.

For questions, please call your distributor or the manufacturer. Special restrictions apply to the front and facing of the fireplace and nearby walls (See pages 16, 17 and 18 ).

CHIMNEY SYSTEM

These fireplaces are designed and code listed for use with Security Chimneys FTF8 chimney System only. Always use Security Chimneys FTF8 chimney components with these fire- places. Do not modify or alter these compo- nents as this may cause a potential serious hazard and void the Warranty.

*Construction Materials:
• framing materials	• paneling
• particle board	• flooring
• dry wall	• etc.
• plywood

**Note: 2" clearance to combustibles around chimney components required in Canada.