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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 firebox is approved for use as a wood burning fire-

box 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.

This  wood  burning  firebox  complies  with  UL127-CAN/

ULS-S610-M87  standard  as  a  FACTORY  BUILT  APPLI-

ANCE and is listed and tested by PFS Corporation.

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.

See-Thru wood Burning FireBox

owner’S oPerATion And inSTALLATion MAnuAL

Models (V)368ST

(V)I368ST (Fully Insulated)

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Summary of Contents for VI368ST

Page 1: ...andards or for use with a vent free gas log heater approved to ANS Z21 11 2 standard This wood burning firebox complies with UL127 CAN ULS S610 M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLI ANCE and is listed...

Page 2: ...nufacturer s instruc tions with the insert specifically statethisfireboxhasbeentested for use with the insert Thisfireboxisnotintendedtobe usedasasubstituteforafurnace to heat an entire home Use for s...

Page 3: ...oke or stir the logs while they are burn ing Use only fire logs that have beenevaluatedfortheapplication in fireplace and refer to fire log warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use WARN...

Page 4: ...g Typ Figure 3 Firebox Clearances Existing Wall Projected Wall 12 30 4 cm to Perpendicular Wall selecting location To determine the safest and most efficient location for the firebox you must take int...

Page 5: ...cm Framing 1 Frame the opening for the firebox using the dimensions shown in Figures 6 and 7 depending on your installation 2 If firebox is to be installed directly on carpeting tile other than cerami...

Page 6: ...Ember Protector Noncombustible Hearth Extension Ember Protector Figure 11 Raised Hearth Extension Figure 9 Nailing Flanges Nailing Flanges Prepared Framing Nails or Screws 1 2 1 27 cm Minimum to Combu...

Page 7: ...the required clearance between the chimney and the combustible materials When penetrating a floor or ceiling at an angle use firestop spacer number 30FS 8DM see Replacement and Accessory Parts page 14...

Page 8: ...top Spacer Screws or Staples Min of 8 Existing Ceiling Frame 2 5 1cm Minimum Angled Firestop Ceiling Support Return Elbow 30 FT 9 14m 30 FT 9 14m Figure 16 Elbow Offset Return Elbow 12S 8DM Support Re...

Page 9: ...of line use support wires to keep chimney secure Support wires may be attached to outer pipe of chimney with screws if screws do not penetrate inner flue pipe Minimum Maximum Chimney Height The minimu...

Page 10: ...Chimney Pipe Waterproof Caulk Storm Collar Flashing Flashing Installation Determine flashing to be used with roof open ing chart Slide flashing over pipe until base is flat against roof Replace as ma...

Page 11: ...ecifications finishing firebox Installing Firebox Facing Any noncombustible material may be used for facing glass tile brick etc as long as proper clearances are adhered to and firebox openings are no...

Page 12: ...e 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 gas line and refractory knockout hole...

Page 13: ...t be fully open or fully closed position only or a fire hazard may be created see Figure 30 or 31 A firebox equipped with glass doors operates much differently than a firebox with an open front A fire...

Page 14: ...ngignition Young children should be care fully supervised when they are in the same room as firebox Technical Service You may have further questions about instal lation operation or troubleshooting If...

Page 15: ...triple wall Double Wall Pipe support assembly 12S 8DM Double Wall 30 elbow Offset 30E 8DM Firestop Spacer FS 8DM for Straight Pipe Econo Top Termination ETL 8DM ETLO 8DM Vent Plaster Collar Vent Hood...

Page 16: ...11 Rev F 09 09 DG368ST Brushed Brass DC368ST Platinum DBP368ST Black Replacement and Accessory Parts Continued Bi Fold GLASS DOORS 2701 S Harbor Blvd Santa Ana CA 92704 1 866 328 4537 www fmiproducts...

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