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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 
fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to 
ANS Z21.60, Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free 
gas log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard. A FMI 
PRODUCTS, LLC hood must be installed when using a 
vent-free gas log set (see Accessories
, page 16).

This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127-
CAN/ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT 
APPLIANCE and is listed and tested by the PFS Cor-
poration.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

36" OPEN CORNER CIRCULATING (LOUVERED)  

WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

OPEN CORNER WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE

(V)36R(S) Right Side Opening; (V)I36R(S) Right Side Opening (Fully Insulated)

(V)36L(S) Left Side Opening; (V)I36L(S) Left Side Opening (Fully Insulated)

ICC-ES #ESR-2542

PFS

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Summary of Contents for 36L Series

Page 1: ...eater approved toANS Z21 11 2 standard AFMI PRODUCTS LLC hood must be installed when using a vent free gas log set see Accessories page 16 This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127 CAN ULS S610 M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLIANCE and is listed and tested by the PFS Cor poration INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference 36 OPEN CORNE...

Page 2: ...mmablematerialsonornear the appliance Never leave children unat tended when a fire is burning in the fireplace IMPORTANT Check local codes before installing this fireplace This fireplace model is a wood burning fireplace intended and approved for installation in either residential homes or buildings of standard construction This fireplace system requires the utilization of FMI PRODUCTS LLC s 8 dou...

Page 3: ...ey 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 WARNING Alwaysleaveglass doorsfullyopenedorfullyclosed when operating fireplace WARNING Children and adults should be alerted to the hazardsofhighsurfacetempera tures and to stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young chil...

Page 4: ...e is even or level with wall Chase Installation type of installation where chimney is enclosed Perpendicular Side Wall applies to minimum clearance between side wall and fireplace opening Nailing Flange extended part on both sides of fireplace face that secures fireplace to wall Termination cap that is placed at end of chimney pipe SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient loca...

Page 5: ...aterials can be obtained from manufacturer or supplier of noncombustible material The minimum required thickness ofr any material could be obtained by the following formula K factor at 1 thickness required 0 84 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 If hearth extension is to be covere...

Page 6: ... Perpendicular Side Wall OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT Models AK4 or AK4F The installation of an outside air kit should be performed during the rough framing of the fire place due to the nature of it s location Outside combustion air is accessed through and exterior wall AK4 or a vented crawl space AK4F See Figure 8 and Accessories on page 16 Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas where inlet op...

Page 7: ... FMI PRODUCTS LLC chimney system consists of 12 18 24 36 and 48 snap lock double wall pipe segments planned for maxi mum adaptability to individual site require ments Actual lineal gain for each is measured after each section is fully connected Lineal gain is the actual measurable length of a part after two or more parts are connected Each double wall chimney section consists of a galvanized outer...

Page 8: ...3 4 115 1 2 2 1 64 3 4 120 3 4 2 1 68 1 4 127 1 2 70 130 2 74 1 4 137 1 2 1 2 1 76 3 4 141 1 2 1 2 1 79 3 4 146 3 4 4 Figure 11 Rise and Offset B A Screws Figure 12 Typical Offset Installations 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 USING CHIMNEY OFFSET To achieve desired offset ...

Page 9: ...uired clearance between the chimney and the combustible materials When the pipe passes through a framed open ing into a living space above the firestop must be placed onto the ceiling from below as shown in Figure 14 When the pipe passes through a framed opening into an attic space above the firestop must be placed on the attic floor as shown in Figure 15 SUPPORT SECTIONS 12S 8DM The chimney suppo...

Page 10: ...ich pipe will penetrate roof 2 Determine center point of roof Pitch is the distance the roof drops over a given span usually 12 A 6 12 pitch means that the roof drops 6 for each 12 one measure horizontally down from roof rafters 3 Use roof opening chart Figure 18 to determine correct opening length and flashing required 4 Remove shingles around opening mea sured Cut out this section Figure 17 Typi...

Page 11: ...n ingsontherooftopflashing Fol low the installation instructions provided with the termination being used RTL 8DM Collar Flashing Underlap Shingles Figure 21 Terminations Overlap Shingles Top and Sides Caulk Attach Bracket Tabs to Outer Pipe 3 places Secure with Screws 5 Add next sections of pipe until end penetrates roof line Check to see that proper clearances are maintained Extend chimney by ad...

Page 12: ...s important that combustible materials do not overlap the face itself Brick glass tile or other noncombustible materials may overlap the front face provided they do not obstruct louvered slots or any other opening When overlapping with a noncombustible facing material use only noncombustible mortar or adhesive appropriate for the particular installation WARNING A qualified service person must conn...

Page 13: ...ole with refractory cement or commercial furnace cement Install the gas appliance or cap off gas line if desired 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 connectionsandjoints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK T...

Page 14: ...s log sets that comply with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliance for Installa tion in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace ANS Z21 1 60 can be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 in this fireplace WARNING When using a decorative vented gas log the damper must be removed or per manently locked in the fully open positionandtheglassdoorsmust be in the fully open position C...

Page 15: ...LLAR KEEP THIS AREA OPEN Figure 27 Fireplace Collar Opening GLASS DOORS Bi fold glass doors are optional with this fireplace Check with your local distributor for availability To install glass doors refer to installation instructions that are included with kit When fireplace is in operation doors must be fully open or fully closed position only or a fire haz ard may be created see Figure 28 A fire...

Page 16: ... not overload grate or obstruct required air space beneath it Always keep ashes from building up under grate WARNING Risk of fire Re placegratemadeforusewiththis fireplace only See Replacement Parts CHIMNEY Have your chimney system cleaned and in spected regularly to ensure safe and efficient operation TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about instal lation operation or troubleshootin...

Page 17: ...rass GA6052 Antique Brass GA6053 CHIMNEY SUPPORT 12S 10DM STORM COLLAR SC1 Used for RT 8DM and RTL 8DM SC2 Used for RTT 8DM and RTTL 8DM ROOF FLASHING V6F 8DM 0 to 6 12 Pitch V12F 8DM 6 12 to 12 12 Pitch FIRESTOP SPACER FS 8DM ANTI DRAFT SHIELD Round Top Termination Only ADS 8DM SQUARE TOP TERMINATION ET 8DM ETO 8DM SQUARE TOP TERMINATION WITH SLIP SECTION ETL 8DM ETLO 8DM ROUND TOP TERMINATION RT...

Page 18: ...ts com 54010F 18 HIGHT TEMPERATURE TOUCH UP PAINT 106583 01 Not Shown ACCESSORIES Continued OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR SIDE WALL INSTALLATION AK4F FAN KIT VCBK4C Left VCBK4R Right OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR FLOOR INSTALLATION AK4 ...

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