Hearth and Home Technologies RCOR-36TRB-IPI Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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Note: The following requirements reference various Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this document.

H.Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, in- cluding but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied:

Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors

At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addi- tion, the installing plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detec- tor with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.

In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fu- eled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.

In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that dur- ing said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.

Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accor- dance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.

Signage

A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanent- ly mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fu- eled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read, in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS

VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OB- STRUCTIONS”.

Inspection

The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizon- tally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector ob- serves carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.

Exemptions

The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:

•The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board; and

•Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fu- eled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.

MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS

Gas Equipment Venting System Provided

When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include:

•Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and

•A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.

Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided

When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not pro- vide the parts for venting the flue gases, but identifies “special venting systems”, the following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:

•The referenced “special venting system” instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment in- stallation instructions; and

•The “special venting systems” shall be Product Ap- proved by the Board, and the instructions for that sys- tem shall include a parts list and detailed installation instructions.

A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Ap- proved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equip- ment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation.

See Gas Connection section for additional Common- wealth of Massachusetts requirements.

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Heat & Glo • ST-36TRB-IPI, PIER-36TRB-IPI, LCOR-36TRB-IPI, RCOR-36TRB-IPI • 2128-900 Rev. B • 10/08

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Contents Hot glass will cause burns ModelsWhat to do if you smell gas Congratulations Homeowner Reference InformationTable of Contents User GuideAppliance Setup TroubleshootingElectrical Information FinishingCONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of Liability Limited Lifetime Warranty Listing and Code Approvals Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors Requirements for the Commonwealth of MassachusettsYour Fireplace Gas Fireplace SafetyOperating Instructions User Guide Fixed Glass Assembly Remote Controls, Wall Controls and Wall SwitchesFan Kit optional Clear SpaceTurn off all electric power to the appliance On position. The ON/OFF switch mayLighting Instructions IPI Final inspection byFrequently Asked Questions After Fireplace is LitMaintenance and Service Maintenance Tasks-HomeownerGlass Cleaning Remote ControlMaintenance Tasks-Qualified Service Technician Gasket Seal and Glass Assembly InspectionVenting LogsBurner Ignition and Operation IPI Pilot Flame PatternsGetting Started Typical Appliance SystemDesign and Installation Considerations Tools and Supplies NeededInspect Appliance and Components Any such action may cause a fire hazardFraming and Clearances Selecting Appliance LocationConstructing the Appliance Chase ClearancesRCOR-36TRB-IPI Mantel and Wall Projections See-Through Combustible Mantel PIER/LCOR/RCOR Combustible MantelSee-Through Non-Combustible Mantel PIER/LCOR/RCOR Non-Combustible MantelTOP View Fireplace Opening Termination Locations Vent Termination Minimum ClearancesCovered Alcove Applications Continue Adding Vent Components Install Support BracketsTo Install the Heat Shield Vent Information and Diagrams Approved PipeVent Table Key Use of ElbowsVent Diagrams To SLP series vent pipe, if desiredTop Vent Horizontal Termination One Elbow Two ElbowsV1 Minimum H1 Maximum V1 Minimum H1 + H2 MaximumTop Vent Horizontal Termination Three Elbows Exhaust restrictor Instructions E a K R E H1+ H2 V1 + V2 Minimum H1+ H2 Maximum Two Elbows Three ElbowsMaximum + V 2 Minimum Page H1 Maximum V1 Minimum H2+ H3 H1+ H2+ H3 Rear Vent Horizontal Termination Two ElbowsH1 Maximum V1 Minimum H2 Maximum H1+ H2 Maximum V1 Minimum H1 + H2 Maximum Rear Vent Vertical Termination One ElbowV1 Minimum H1 Maximum V1 Minimum H1+ H2+ H3 Maximum Rear Vent Vertical Termination Three ElbowsH1 Maximum V1 Minimum H1+ H2 Maximum Vent Clearances and Framing Pipe Clearances to CombustiblesWall Penetration Framing Combustible Wall PenetrationVertical Penetration Framing Pipe DVP SLPVaulted Ceiling Installation Install Attic Insulation ShieldFlat Ceiling Installation Proceed to . C Appliance PreparationTop Vent Rear Vent Cut the metal retaining bandSecuring and Leveling the Appliance Attach Nailing Tab to Front Corner of UnitInstalling Vent Pipe DVP and SLP Pipe Attach Vent to the Firebox AssemblyAssemble Vent Sections DVP Pipe Only Assemble Pipe Sections DVP Pipe OnlyAssemble Vent Sections SLP Pipe Only Assemble Slip SectionsSecure the Vent Sections Disassemble Vent SectionsInstall Decorative Ceiling Components SLP only Install Metal Roof Flashing Assemble and Install Storm CollarInstall RF4-8 SLP-FSHeat Shield Requirements for Horizontal Termination Install Vertical Termination CapInstall Decorative Wall Components SLP only Refer to of this manual Install Horizontal Termination Cap DVP and SLP PipeAnsi Z223.1 and CAN/CGA-B149 installation codes Gas Information Fuel ConversionGas Pressure Gas ConnectionWiring Requirements Intellifire Ignition System WiringOptional Accessories Requirements Electrical Service and RepairIntellifire Ignition Wiring Diagram with Remote Receiver Junction Box Installation Wall Switch Installation for Fan OptionalSplatter Guard To install the Splatter GuardFinishing To Close the Lower Access Panel To Remove the Splatter GuardMantel and Wall Projections See-Through Mantel Projection PIER/LCOR/RCOR Mantel ProjectionFinishing Material Facing MaterialFinishing materials over 1 inch thick Elevated Hearth Systems Appliance Setup Install the Log Assembly 2128-935Indentations Air Shutter Settings Install Trim Kits and SurroundsAir Shutter Setting Intellifire Ignition System TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Remove any contaminants that may have accumulated on Location Inches Millimeters Appliance Dimension DiagramReference Materials Electrical Access GAS Line Left View Front View Right View Electrical Vent Components Diagrams DVP vent componentsDVP-TRAP1 DVP-TRAP2 DVP-TRAPK1 DVP-TRAPK2 DVP-HPC1 DVP-HPC2 Horizontal Termination Cap787 mm 13-1/4 367 mm 24-5/8 625 mm 27-1/2 127 mm Roof Flashing Multi-pak 13-3/4 11-7/8 349 mm302 mm 13-3/4 13-7/8 352 mm 349 mmDVP-TV DVP-HRC-SS Elbow 660 mmExtended Heat Shield RF4-8Adapter Black Support Box-BlackWall Thimble-Black Log Set Assembly Service PartsService Parts List At DepotPIER-36TRB-IPI Stocked LCOR-36TRB-IPI SRV2132-FACE RCOR-36TRB-IPI RCOR-36TRB-IPI ST-36TRB-IPI, PIER-36TRB-IPI Contact Information

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