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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.

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36" Wood Burning Fireplaces
P/N  700,009M  REV.  D  11/2003

RD-36

HC-36

RD-36-H

HC-36-H

RDI-36

HCI-36

RDI-36-H

HCI-36-H

MODELS

CUSTOM SERIES

This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and
dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and under-
stand these instructions before beginning your installation.

Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any
circumstances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system,
including but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and
accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system
and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.

IMPORTANT! TO ASSURE PROPER ALIGNMENT OF GLASS DOORS:
INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A SQUARE AND PLUMB CONDITION,
USING SHIMS AS NECESSARY AT SIDES AND/OR BOTTOM.

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

WH Report No. J9902-5865C-231

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Summary of Contents for CUSTOM SERIES RD-36

Page 1: ...place or its components under any circumstances Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system including but not limited to the fireplace chimney components and accessories may void the warranty listings and approvals of this system and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation IMPORTANT TO ASSURE PROPER ALIGNMENT OF GLASS DOORS INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A SQUARE AND...

Page 2: ...physical damage as a result of handling or transporta tion These items should be inspected by your distributor or qualified factory representative to ensure safe condition When in doubt con sult your distributor 16 For additional safety considerations and complete operating instructions refer to the Care and Operation Manual provided with the fireplace TOOLS AND BUILDING SUPPLIES NORMALLY REQUIRED...

Page 3: ...lled 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 chanicalCodeandtheUniformBuildingCodes WARNING FAILURE TO USE MANUFAC TUREPROVIDEDPARTS VARIATIONSIN TECHNIQUES AND CONSTRUCTION MA T...

Page 4: ...urface Outside Base Insulation Thermal Barrier 8 Level Security s FTF8 Pipe Vertical Installation 15 0 One Offset 15 0 Two Offsets 25 0 Minimum System Height Note Do not insulate the chase cavity with blown or fill type insulation materials Note Local codes may not require firestopping at the ceiling levels for outside chase installa tions However it is recommended for safety and the reduction of ...

Page 5: ...al safety strips beneaththefireplaceasillustrated Figures6 7 and 8 The safety strips should overlap for continual coverage of the floor Note Safety strips are not required when fire place rests on a noncombustible surface ASSEMBLY STEPS Note The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation Each installation is unique however and might require a different sequence 1 Position firebo...

Page 6: ... measured from a finished surface If a wall covering such as drywall is to be attached to the rear wall then the 21 552 mm must be measured from the drywall surface It is important that this dimension be exact If the appliance is to be elevated above floor level a solid continuous platform must be constructed The header may rest on the top metal spacers but must not be notched to fit around them C...

Page 7: ...ade Perpendicular to roof ridge A B Ceiling Framing C D Roof Framing FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 A G Inside Chase H Back Wall of Chase Enclosure Including Finising Materials if any Rough Framing Face Unfinished Shown FOAK Combustion Air Kit A Outside Chase G C H Back Wall of Chase Enclosure Including Finising Materials if any Rough Framing Face Unfinished Shown FOAK Combus...

Page 8: ...replace and secure with two 2 screws from the kit s hardware package Step 7 Route the Class 0 air duct out the back or side wall up through the ceiling or floor joists to an outside wall The air inlet hood should be located above snow level or above any anticipated snow level Figure 19 Figure 19 Note If the fireplace is installed against an inside wall the class 0 air duct may be ex tended into a ...

Page 9: ...ight assembly between sections Plan your chimney requirements carefully before assembly as chimney is diffi cult to disassemble after installation If disas sembled the tabs might become damaged Be certain tabs are properly formed to ensure locking tabs engage properly The Security FTF8 chimney system is a two piece chimney which snap together from the fireplace up Start with the inner flue section...

Page 10: ...ny subsequent chimney sections following the stabilizer when installing Ensure each subse quent chimney section is securely attached by testing as noted in Step 4 Step 6 Select the proper Security roof flash ing based on pitch of roof Use chart below for selection Roof Pitch Model Flat to 6 12 F8F6 6 12 to 12 12 F8F12 Next slideroofflashingoverextendedchimney sectionthatpreviouslyhasbeeninstalleda...

Page 11: ... point is established on the roof surface 10 horizontally from the chimney edge The top of the chimney must be at least 2 above this reference point In all cases the chimney cannot be less then 3 above the roof at the edge of the chimney The 2 in 10 rule is necessary in the interest of safety but does not ensure smoke free opera tion Trees buildings adjoining roof lines adverse wind conditions etc...

Page 12: ...s FTF8 VERTICAL ELEVATION CHART Step 3 Use Elevation Chart as job estimator only Addnecessaryfirestopspacersandstabi lizers as required Firestop spacers must be used as shown in Figures 23 and 24 and stabi lizers as shown in Figure 29 Height Of Number Of FTF8 Chimney Only Chimney Lengths Inches Feet Inches 12 18 36 48 Height Of Number Of FTF8 Chimney Only Chimney Lengths Inches Feet Inches 12 18 3...

Page 13: ... 35 69 1 0 0 1 0 1 37 73 1 0 0 2 1 0 38 75 1 0 0 0 2 0 39 77 1 0 2 1 1 0 41 80 1 0 1 4 0 0 43 83 1 0 1 0 2 0 44 85 1 0 0 0 1 1 45 87 1 0 0 3 1 0 46 89 1 0 0 1 2 0 48 91 1 0 2 0 2 0 49 94 1 0 1 0 1 1 50 95 1 0 0 0 0 2 51 97 1 0 1 1 2 0 54 103 1 0 0 2 2 0 55 104 1 0 1 0 0 2 56 106 1 0 2 1 2 0 58 109 1 0 0 1 0 2 61 116 1 1 1 0 3 0 64 121 1 1 0 1 3 0 67 124 1 1 2 0 3 0 68 128 1 1 0 0 1 2 70 130 1 1 1 ...

Page 14: ...urn elbow to ensure locking joint has firmly engaged Step 5 Secure support straps to framing members by nailing under tension in sheer Figure 42 Figure 39 Figure 40 Figure 41 Chimney Section Joints No 8 x 1 2 SMS S c r e w s R e q u i r e d A t E v e r y J o i n t P a s t 6 N o S c r e w s R e q u i r e d I n J o i n t s F o r F i r s t 6 o f O f f s e t 4 6 Underside Of Chimney Chimney Section S ...

Page 15: ...MBINGCONNECTIONSSHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED LI CENSEDPLUMBER MAINGASSUPPLYMUST BE OFF WHEN PLUMBING GAS LINE TO FIRE PLACE OR PERFORMING SERVICE If you re installing a gas line connect it before the fireplace is framed and enclosed in the finished wall The gas knockout is determined by the indentation located at the bottom and slightly off center in the side refractories THE KNOCKOUT I...

Page 16: ...OF GLASS DOORS COLD CLIMATE INSULATION If you live in a cold climate it is especially important to seal all cracks around the fire place opening with noncombustible material and wherever cold air could enter the room Surrounding materials must be caulked where it meets the black metal facing of the fireplace to avoid cold air intrusion Use noncombus tible caulking material only on fireplace facing...

Page 17: ... 16 B 33 C 8 D 49 A B D C C R value 1 r x thickness of material used k Alternative Hearth Extension and Wall Shield Materials Listed Values Min Thick Material k r TL Millboard 1 28 0 78 1 Alternative Values Min Thick Materials k r TM Wonderboard 1 92 0 56 1 Common brick 5 00 0 20 3 Cement mortar 5 00 0 20 3 Ceramic tile 12 5 0 08 9 Marble 11 0 0 09 8 Micore CV230 0 43 2 33 U S Gypsum Ceraform 126 ...

Page 18: ...all 8 45 Combustible Materials Allowed In Shaded Area Safe Zone 8 1 Min Distance To Protected Side Wall Fireplace A marble slab set in mortar covers the brick R for the marble and mortar becomes R M r x TM 0 09 x 068 R M r x TM 0 20 x 10 The sum of all R values is 70 10 068 10 968 This would be an acceptable combination of material for the hearth extension since the total calculated R value of the...

Page 19: ...ation Square 63L51 FTF8 CT2 Forced Air Blower Kits Single Speed 80L84 FBK 100 Variable Speed 80L85 FBK 200 FBK 200 Models Only INSTALLATION COMPONENTS Chase Termination 96L20 FTF8 CTT Chase Termination 96L22 FTF8 ATT Storm Collar 63L59 FSC Locking Band 63L60 FLB Stabilizer 63L25 FTF8 S4 Firestop Spacer 30 63L32 F8FS30 2 Offset Return Package 30 63L22 FTF8 ES30 Attic Shield Assembly 63L67 FTF8 FSAS...

Page 20: ...9M REV D 11 2003 The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information 1110 West Taft Avenue Orange CA 92865 ...

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