NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
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Figure 1
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS
Note:
These fireplace systems are not difficult
to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is
recommended that the installer be a qualified or
certified “tradesman” familiar with commonly
accepted fireplace installation and safety tech-
niques 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 as-
sembly of component parts, height of the chim-
ney system, the proper use of accessories sup-
plied by the manufacturer and the techniques
employed in using finishing materials applied to
the wall surrounding the fireplace, hearth exten-
sions 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 heat circulat-
ing fireplaces with standard bar grates, outside
combustion air kit and standard decorative
glass doors. The models may be fitted with
accessory blowers.
Note:
Illustrations shown reflect “typical” in-
stallations with nominal dimensions and are
for design and framing reference only. Actual
installations may vary due to individual design
preferences. However, always maintain mini-
mum clearances to combustible materials and
do not violate any specific installation require-
ments.
These fireplaces have been tested and listed by
Warnock Hersey (Report No. J99025865A) to
U.L. standard 127. These units are intended
for installation in manufactured homes. These
units may also be installed in buildings of
conventional construction including commer-
cial, providing all instructions provided herein
are strictly adhered to.
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 MA-
TERIALS OR PRACTICES OTHER THAN
THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL
MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD AND VOID
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
When complete these fireplace systems con-
sists of four basic “sub-systems”:
1.
The Fireplace
2.
The Chimney and Termination
3.
Glass Doors
4.
Combustion Air Kit
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 mini-
mum 1" air space to insulation and building
materials. A combustible mantle may be in-
stalled 12" above the opening of the fireplace
as per NFPA 211, Section 7-2.3.3.
The minimum installed height of the com-
pleted fireplace system is 10' 6". The maxi-
mum height is 40' 0". See the Chimney Height
section on page 4 for more information.
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 and 17 ).
CHIMNEY SYSTEM
These fireplaces are designed and code listed
for use with FireCraft Technologies' FTF8 chim-
ney System only. Always use FireCraft Tech-
nologies' FTF8 chimney components with these
fireplaces. Do not modify or alter these com-
ponents as this may cause a potential serious
hazard and void the Warranty.
*Construction Materials:
• framing materials
• paneling
• particle board
• flooring
• millboard
• dry wall
• plywood
• etc.
Chimney and
Termination
Outside
Combustion
Air Kit
Firestop
Thimble
