FMI BBM-36N-tKA Owners Manual And Installation Manual Download

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122280-01E

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al

teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or

property damage. Refer to this manual for correct in

stallation and operational procedures. For assistance

or additional information consult a qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL

CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

SAVE THIS BOOK

This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on

how to install and maintain your appliance, it also con

tains information that will enable you to obtain replace

ment parts or optional accessory items when needed.

Keep it with your other important papers.

State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made

by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth

of Massachusetts.

taBLE OF COntEntS

Safety .................................................................. 3

Unpacking............................................................ 4

Introduction .......................................................... 5

Selecting Location ............................................... 6

Specifications

...................................................... 6

Product Dimensions

............................................ 7

Preinstallation Preparation

................................ 10

Venting Installation

............................................ 12

Installation

......................................................... 17

Operation ........................................................... 31

Cleaning and Maintenance ................................ 33

Replacement Parts

............................................ 34

Service Hints

..................................................... 34

Technical Service............................................... 34

Accessories

....................................................... 34

Wiring Diagram .................................................. 35

Troubleshooting

................................................. 36

Parts

.................................................................. 38

Warranty ..............................................Back Cover

Summary of Contents for BBM-36N-tKA

Page 1: ...y of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch Do not use any phone in your building Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service a...

Page 2: ... and maintain your appliance it also con tains information that will enable you to obtain replace ment parts or optional accessory items when needed Keep it with your other important papers State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety 3 Unpacking 4 Introduction 5 Selecting Location 6 Specifica...

Page 3: ...s controls can be dangerous 1 This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used 2 For propane LP fireplace do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less...

Page 4: ...n carpet ing vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood The fireplace must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace 17 Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange for replacement of the unit 18 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken 19 Do not use a blower insert...

Page 5: ... components B Use of any component part not approved by FMI PRODUCTS LLC in combination with this appliance C Installation and or operation in a manner other than instructed in this manual D The burning of anything other than the type of gas approved for use in this gas appliance The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the current National Fuel Gas Code...

Page 6: ...nd most efficient location for your appliance you must take into consideration the following guidelines 1 The location must allow for proper clear ances see clearance information on page 10 2 Consider a location where heat output would not be affected by drafts air con ditioning ducts windows or doors 3 A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier Figu...

Page 7: ... 14 1 2 22 1 2 26 5 8 4 1 2 15 5 8 4 1 2 1 58 7 1 4 11 15 1 4 3 1 2 9 1 2 10 1 2 67 61 49 11 7 30 1 45 1 8 36 OUTSIDE AIR ACCESS GAS LINE ACCESS 36 HEARTH 1 5 16 19 13 16 Ref 35 3 8 22 18 3 8 Figure 3 36 Model BVC 36Y Product Dimensions ...

Page 8: ...ct Dimensions Continued 22 3 4 30 1 2 29 4 3 8 15 3 4 5 8 17 5 8 67 61 49 7 1 30 11 58 42 51 1 8 4 1 2 3 1 2 9 1 2 10 1 2 81 2 13 17 OUTSIDE AIR ACCESS GAS LINE ACCESS 23 13 16 Ref 1 5 16 41 3 8 25 22 1 2 42 HEARTH Figure 4 42 Model BVC 42Y ...

Page 9: ...roduct Dimensions Continued 38 1 2 28 1 2 43 8 17 5 8 19 1 4 24 49 30 11 61 67 58 7 1 59 50 4 1 2 3 1 2 9 1 2 10 1 2 8 1 2 13 17 GAS LINE ACCESS OUTSIDE AIR ACCESS 23 13 16 Ref 1 5 16 33 49 3 8 221 2 50 HEARTH Figure 5 50 Model BVC 50Y ...

Page 10: ...pening for fireplace using dimen sions shown in Figures 6 and 7 2 If fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting tile other than ceramic or any combustible material other than wood flooring fireplace must be installed upon a metal or wood panel extending full width and depth of fireplace 3 Set fireplace directly in front of this open ing and slide unit back until nailing flanges touch side ...

Page 11: ...ewall AK4 See Figure 39 on page 32 for instruction of operating air kit CAUTION Combustion air inlet ducts shall not terminate in attic space 3 7 6 cm 1 1 2 3 8 cm Max 8 6 15 2 cm 14 12 22 9 cm Combustible Materials 30 Figure 9 Mantel Clearances Side View Cross Section Figure 8 Outside Air Kit Secure to Collars with Metal Tape Screws or Straps Min of 1 4 x 20 in size Air Inlet Location Must Allow ...

Page 12: ...ter or less and require a minimum height in accordance with the roof pitch and a minimum of 8 ft distance from a vertical wall or obstruction see Figure 11 WARNING This appliance must be properly connected to a system and must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a separate solid fuel burning appliance Lowest Discharge Opening Listed Vent Cap 8 Ft Min Roof Pitch x 12 Listed Clearance 12 x ...

Page 13: ...ure Figure 13 Chimney Pipes and Accessories Hemmed End 8 Stainless Inner Pipe 12 3 8 Galvanized Outer Pipe PART NO DESCRIPTION 12 8DM Pipe Section 18 8DM Pipe Section 24 8DM Pipe Section 36 8DM Pipe Section 48 8DM Pipe Section RT 8DM Round Termination RTL 8DM Round Termination RTT 8DM Round Termination with Slip Section RTTL 8DM Round Termination with Slip Section ET 8DM Square Chase Top ETO 8DM S...

Page 14: ...all ing double wall snap lock chimney together 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 not necessary to add screws to keep chimney together Firestop Spacers V3600FS 8DM Firestop spacers are required at each point where chimney penetrates a floor space Their purpose is to es...

Page 15: ...ening chart Figure 16 to determine correct opening length and flashing required 4 Remove shingles around opening mea sured Cut out this section 14 3 8 36 5 cm 30 76 2 cm 1 2 5 cm 1 2 5 cm Minimum Measurements 1 2 5 cm Opening A Nail Only Outer Perimeter of Flashing Storm Collar Flashing Cone Underlap Shingles at Bottom Overlap Shingles Top and Sides Only Figure 17 Flashing Installation Installing ...

Page 16: ...C 8 and starter collar are shown in Figure 20 Remove starter collar and set aside Slide transition pipe over vent collar and attach with a minimum of 4 screws Replace starter collar over transition pipe and attach using 4 screws located on leg stands To install b vent piping slide first piece of b vent over transition pipe and attach with either a minimum of 3 screws or other means approved by the...

Page 17: ...ply is OFF A manual shutoff valve has been included in the appliance s gas supply system You may consider installing an extra gas shutoff valve outside appliance s enclosure check with local codes where it can be accessed more conveniently with a key through a wall as shown in Figure 21 In conformance with local codes route a 1 2 NPT gas line to appliance through hole in left or right side of fire...

Page 18: ...ine Gas Line Opening Equipment Shutoff Valve Valve on Module CAUTION Compoundsused on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant to the action of Liquefied Petroleum LP or propane and should be applied lightly to ensure excess sealant does not enter the gas line WARNING All gas piping andconnectionsmustbetested for leaks after the installation is completed After ensuring that gas valve is on...

Page 19: ...ed to back of brick to secure it until grouting has been completed Bricks are packaged in separate boxes Brick matrixes on pages 20 through 26 show how bricks are packaged and placed for each size fireplace and number of bricks per box There are 2 extra full bricks included in Hearth Brick package Install bricks one section at a time starting with hearth panel followed by the rear panel left panel...

Page 20: ...1 ASH BRICK 120848 02 1 F011R F011W 1 F013R F013W 2 F036R F036W 2 F059R F059W 4 F078R F078W 2 F079R F079W 2 F132R F132W 2 F140R F140W 2 F141R F141W 2 Includes 2 extra bricks RED IVORY QTY FULL 112140 01 FULL 112140 05 10 ASH BRICK 120848 01 ASH BRICK 120848 02 1 F011R F011W 3 F012R F012W 2 F024R F024W 2 F036R F036W 2 F059R F059W 2 F104R F104W 2 F134R F134W 2 F140R F140W 2 F142R F142W 2 Includes 2 ...

Page 21: ...VORY QTY FULL 112140 02 FULL 112140 06 17 S048R S048W 12 S049R S049W 10 S051R S051W 1 S052R S052W 2 FULL S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 FULL FULL S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL S052 S051 S052 FULL FULL S047 S046 S046 S050 S046 S046 S046 S046 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL ...

Page 22: ...6 S077R S077W 6 S081R S081W 1 S082R S082W 1 FULL S077 S076 S046 S050 S046 S046 S046 S046 S077 S076 S077 S076 S077 S076 S077 S076 S077 S076 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL S080 S045 or S081 FULL FULL FULL S050 S050 S050 S050 S050 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL S051 S076 S077 S076 S077 S076 S077 S076 S077 S076 S077 S07...

Page 23: ...12140 06 28 S048R S048W 12 S049R S049W 10 S051R S051W 2 S052R S052W 2 FULL S048 FULL FULL FULL S049 S048 S049 S048 S049 S048 S049 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S048 S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 S049 S052 S051 S051 S052 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL RIGHT REFRACTORY RED IVORY QTY FULL 112140 02 FULL 112140 06...

Page 24: ...59R S059W 1 S061R S061W 1 S062R S062W 1 S090R S090W 1 S091R S091W 1 F071R F071W 1 F120R F120W 1 F129R F129W 1 F U L L S 0 0 2 F U L L S 0 0 4 S 0 0 1 S 0 0 1 S 0 9 1 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 F 0 7 1 S003 S003 F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L S 0 1 5 S 0 6 1 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 1 4 S 0 9 0 S 0 6 2 F129 F U L L S 0...

Page 25: ... 4 S 0 7 4 S 0 7 4 S 0 7 4 S 0 7 4 S 0 7 4 S 0 0 2 S 0 0 2 S003 S003 F120 F129 RIGHT REFRACTORY RED IVORY QTY FULL 112140 02 FULL 112140 06 18 S001R S001W 2 S002R S002W 8 S003R S003W 2 S004R S004W 2 S065R S065W 1 S074R S074W 1 S086R S086W 1 S089R S089W 8 S092R S092W 1 S093R S093W 1 S094R S094W 1 S104R S104W 1 F054R F054W 2 F U L L S 0 8 6 S 0 0 2 S 0 0 2 S 0 0 2 S 0 0 2 S 0 0 2 S 0 0 2 S 0 0 2 S 0...

Page 26: ... 0 4 S 0 0 1 S003 F120 S093 or S099 F130 F U L L S 0 0 2 F U L L F U L L F U L L S 0 9 8 S 0 9 7 S 0 9 7 S 0 9 7 S 0 9 7 S 0 9 7 S 0 9 7 F 1 3 7 F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L F U L L S 1 0 5 F U L L S 1 0 6 F U L L S 0 6 7 S 0 0 7 S 0 0 7 S 0 0 7 S 0 0 7 S 0 0 7 S 0 0 7 S 0 0 7 S 0 0 7 S003 F U L L F U L L S 0 0 6 S 0 0 6 S 0 0 6 S 0 0 6 S 0 0 6 S 0 0 6 F ...

Page 27: ... before use 5 Begin grouting by first doing a Filler Pass This is done by filling the joint about 3 4 full with grout mixture It is important to work with only 6 bricks at a time so grout doesn t have time to set up before striking 6 Complete a Finishing Pass around 6 bricks you just put filler pass around This is done by slowly filling in remainder of the joint with a thick amount of grout mixtur...

Page 28: ...t module out of firebox being careful with any wires that may be at tached 4 Carefully set module on floor to access battery housings 5 Remove switch plate from receiver see Figure 30 6 Remove battery housing cover on remote receiver to expose battery housing see Figure 30 7 Install 4 AA batteries into housing follow ing positive and negative directions on battery housing cover removed in step 3 s...

Page 29: ...er ports are not covered 3 Gloves must be worn when working with ember material Pull ember material apart into pieces no larger than a dime Place pieces loosely and sparingly directly over holes of front burner ember bed This will create a glowing ember appearance as flame touches ember material Do not block pilot ports with embers It is not necessary to use all ember material provided 4 Place scr...

Page 30: ...ng Top Door Frame Top Door Frame Smoke Shelf Ash Lip Ash Lip Installing glass doors Spring clips have been installed but some adjustments may be needed Install the doors using the following steps 1 With bifold doors completely folded insert bottom pivot pin into pivot hole located near bottom corner of front face opening and swing door to vertical position making sure top pins slide into door trac...

Page 31: ...to vent smell This will only last a few hours 1 STOP Read the safety information above 2 Turn off all electric power to appliance 3 Turn wall switch to the OFF position or press OFF on hand held remote 4 Fully open glass doors if installed 5 Remove front refractory brick access panel 6 Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise to the OFF position see Figure 39 Do not force 7 Wait five 5 minutes to cl...

Page 32: ...en Pulling lever down will lock the door CAUTION Air inlet ducts are not to terminate in attic space Open Position Closed Position Figure 40 Outside Air Kit Lever TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1 Turn off wall switch or press OFF on hand held remote 2 Turn off all electric power to appliance if service is to be performed 3 Fully open glass doors if installed 4 Remove front hearth brick and control a...

Page 33: ...s built or if combustion air gate is not completely open The following tips should be followed to assure that both fire place and glass doors retain their beauty and function properly Both flue damper and glass doors must be fully opened before starting fire This will provide sufficient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in firebox WARNING Fireplaces equipped with glass doors should be ...

Page 34: ...t your local propane LP gas supplier Technical Service You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting If so contact FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1 866 328 4537 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit FMI PRODUCTS LLC s web site at www fmiproducts com Accessories Notice All accessories may not be available for all firepla...

Page 35: ... REMOTE RECIEVER VALVE THTP TP TH Red Bk Bn Bk D SIZE D SIZE Bn 4 AA SIZE BATTERY NOTE CUT CONNECTOR STRIP 1 4 NOTE CONNECTION IN FIELD LIMIT SWITCH Red Bu Yl Bu Bk Og Gn Yl Gn Bn Bk Og Bk Bk Bn Bu Bu TO J BOX ADAPTER I S PILOT CONNECTORS Bk Red I S 13 CABLE TIE Wiring Diagram ...

Page 36: ...sufficient voltage REMEDY 1 Check to see if you have gas supply and that equipment shutoff valve is opened 2 Repeat lighting procedure several times to purge all air out of lines If after repeated attempts appliance does not light call for qualified service and repair 3 Remove debris and dirt inspect and clean any other possible obstructions 4 Contact your gas supplier to check pressure 5 Have a q...

Page 37: ...etc See IMPOR TANT statement above 2 For propane LP gas low fuel supply 3 Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page 1 Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page 2 Control valve defective 1 Foreign matter between control valve and burner 2 Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page 1 Air holes at burner inlet blocked 2 B u r n e r f l a m e h o l e s blocked 3 Improper venting or exces si...

Page 38: ...www fmiproducts com 122280 01E 38 Parts Models BVC 36Y BVC 42Y AND BVC 50Y 1 22 27 21 6 7 10 9 11 12 13 15 16 14 8 26 25 2 3 28 17 23 24 5 19 18 4 20 ...

Page 39: ...Spacer 6 13 117891 01 Fireplace Handle Bracket 4 14 21171 Gas Conduit Cover 4 15 109752 01 Conduit One 1 16 109752 02 Conduit Two 1 17 110037 01 Electrical Duct Assembly 1 18 Ash Box Assembly 1 19 Ash Box Ring 1 20 Hearth Support Brace 1 21 Inner Dome Assembly 1 22 122031 03 Smoke Shelf 36 1 122031 02 Smoke Shelf 42 1 122031 01 Smoke Shelf 50 1 23 Air Kit Door Assembly Right 1 24 Air Kit Door Asse...

Page 40: ...www fmiproducts com 122280 01E 40 Parts Module Models bbm 36 n p tka bbm 42 n p tka and bbm 50 n p tka 1 9 6 8 7 10 11 4 2 12 3 5 ...

Page 41: ... 1 122117 02 Valve LP 1 5 14396 Brass Adapter 3 8 X 3 8 1 6 121836 01 Valve Bracket 1 7 121837 01 Battery Bracket 1 8 122118 01 Dexen Control Module 1 9 122119 01 Battery Relay 1 10 122121 01 AC Backup Battery Pack 1 11 120066 01 MLCR Receiver 1 12 122751 03 Logset Assembly 36 1 122751 02 Logset Assembly 42 1 122751 01 Logset Assembly 50 1 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 120065 01 MLCR Hand Held Remote ...

Page 42: ... Assembly 1 120843 01 36 Split Stack Right Panel Assembly 1 120843 02 42 Split Stack Right Panel Assembly 1 120843 03 50 Split Stack Right Panel Assembly 1 120846 01 36 Split Herringbone Right Panel Assembly 1 120846 02 42 Split Herringbone Right Panel Assembly 1 120846 03 50 Split Herringbone Right Panel Assembly 1 120844 01 36 Split Stack Rear Panel Assembly 1 120844 02 42 Split Stack Rear Panel...

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Page 44: ...is product and or FMI PRODUCTS LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic material labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs unless expressly covered by this warranty are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner Excluded ...

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