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LIMITED WARRANTY AND EXCLUSIONS 

For TEMCO Low Profile, Front-Opening, Wood Burning Fireplaces 

Models TLC42-4MB, TLC36-3MB, TFC36-3M 

 

This Limited Warranty covers the above described fireplace and chimney systems.  Accessories such as glass 
doors, combustion air kits and fans are covered in separate warranties. 
 

The First Year of Coverage 

During the first year after installation, 

TEMCO Fireplace Products, Inc

.  will at its option repair or replace any 

defective part of the fireplace or chimney system or refund to the original owner a sum of money not to exceed the 
suggested retail price of the system at the time of purchase.  The date of installation must be verified by 
acceptable proof of purchase, canceled check or recorded and dated deed to the property where the system is 
installed.  
 

The Second Through Fifth Years of Coverage 

From the second through the fifth year after installation, 

TEMCO

  will make available to the original owner, at no 

charge, at its factory a replacement for any defective part in the fireplace or chimney system except for refractories 
or grates.  Defective refractories and grates can be replaced by the original owner at 

TEMCO’s

  factory at fifty 

percent (50%) of the current list price from the second through the fifth years after installation.  
 

The Sixth Through the Tenth Years of Coverage 

From the sixth through the tenth years after installation.  

TEMCO Fireplace Products

 will make available to the 

original owner at fifty percent (50%) of the current suggested list price at its factory a replacement for any defective 
part in the fireplace or chimney system except for refractories and grates which may be replaced at full list price.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply 
to all consumers.

 

 

What is Not Covered 

This warranty does not cover any cost or expenses not herein set forth as being the responsibility of 

TEMCO 

Fireplace Products

 and specifically does not cover the following:  

Anyone other than the original owner.  

Shipping costs after the first year of coverage. 

Labor after the first year of coverage.  

Damage caused by improper installation, misuse, abuse or alteration of the fireplace or chimney system. 

Cracks in refractories that do not affect safe operation.  

Any work done or cost incurred without written consent from TEMCO Fireplace Products. 

Installation performed by  unlicensed or unqualified agent per NFPA  211.  

 

Limitations and Exclusions 

1.

TEMCO Fireplace Products

 authorizes no one to add to or alter this Limited Warranty.

 

2.

TEMCO Fireplace Products

 is not liable for incidental, consequential, special or contingent damages.  Some 

states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or 
exclusion may not apply to all consumers.

 

3.

This Limited Warranty applies only to the original owner of the fireplace and chimney system with the model 
number described above or the original owner of the dwelling in which one of the above described fireplace 
and chimney systems is installed. 

4.

Removal of fireplace from original installation site voids warranty. 

5.

TEMCO Fireplace Products

 reserves the right to investigate any or all claims against this warranty.

 

 

Owner’s Duties 

The fireplace and chimney to which this Limited Warranty applies must be installed and used in strict compliance 
with 

TEMCO

 

Fireplace Products

 installation manual.  Failure to do so will void this warranty.  If you have a 

problem with your fireplace, first consult the installation manual to insure that your system has been properly 
installed and is being used in accordance with the manual.  After doing so, if you still have a problem, contact the 
nearest 

TEMCO

 dealer or distributor.  If necessary, you may find out the name of your nearest dealer or distributor 

by writing 

TEMCO

 Fireplace Products and requesting such information.  Upon notification of your problem, a 

representative of the dealer or distributor will inspect your fireplace.  A determination will be made whether or not 
your problem is covered under this Limited Warranty, and you will be contacted.  
 
This Limited Warranty is given in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties. 
 

Summary of Contents for TLC36-3M

Page 1: ...ormed by a qualified installer Do not attempt to install this fireplace yourself If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing WARNING THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO FIREPLACE WARNING P O Box 1349 Manchester TN 37349 P O Box 1148 Perris CA...

Page 2: ...low all of the instructions contained in this book regarding installation and operation of the fireplace These instructions should be read carefully in their entirety before beginning installation of the fireplace ONCE THE FIREPLACE HAS BEEN INSTALLED THE SECTION USING YOUR FIREPLACE FOUND ON PAGE 14 OF THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE REVIEWED IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO OPERATING THE FIREPLACE It is suggested...

Page 3: ...x 52 42 models 20 x 66 Since many hearth extension materials are not insulating materials a layer of noncombustible inorganic insulating material must be used also See pages 6 and 7 for R factor requirements 8 Adhere to the 10 Rule of Thumb for chimney height see page 9 9 Chimney supports a Flue support is required for every 35 of vertical system height b Flue support is required for every 6 of of...

Page 4: ...MAY REQUIRE ADDITIONAL FOUNDATION SUPPORT ALTHOUGH THIS UNIT MAY BE INSTALLED ON COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES IT MUST NOT BE Figure 1 Figure 2 Fireplace and Framing Dimensions inches A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T TLC36 3MB 36 38 1 2 35 37 3 4 7 31 1 4 2 12 1 8 8 5 8 15 1 2 9 21 38 3 4 38 1 4 22 8 7 8 46 65 32 1 2 14 3 8 TLC36 3MBE 36 38 1 2 35 37 3 4 7 31 1 4 2 12 1 8 8 5 8 15 1 2 9 21 38 3 4 38...

Page 5: ...e structural integrity of a home s floor walls ceiling and roof must be maintained It is not recommended to cut roof trusses CHIMNEY OUTLET Thought should be given to the proposed location of the chimney outlet on the roof Objects such as trees adjacent buildings or embankments that are too close to the chimney can create air circulation problems during windy weather that could affect the way the ...

Page 6: ...ed on the wall The wall shield must be 40 x 40 and be constructed of a noncombustible inorganic material having a thermal resistance of R 1 49 Determining the R Values The hearth extension must be constructed of non combustible materials which have a total thermal resistance R factor equal to or greater than 80 for floor level hearth extensions or 1 20 for raised hearth extensions and be a minimum...

Page 7: ...eve the desired height The nailing flanges on the side of the firebox were designed to allow the installation of wallboard or plywood flush with the face of the firebox Metal floor tabs are provided to secure the fireplace to the floor of the home STEP 2 HEARTH SAFETY STRIP If used a Hearth Safety Strip should be installed under the fireplace when the fireplace is installed on a combustible floor ...

Page 8: ...top thimble and is fastened to the thimble with sheet metal screws A model 8206F roof flashing storm collar and the TEMCO 8203D termination cap are required to complete the installation NOTE When clearances are a concern for home transportation to site the last piece of vent pipe and termination cap may be installed at destination INSTALLING THE CHIMNEY Double Wall Chimney pipe has two sections th...

Page 9: ...ill be the amount of the offset dimension away from the ceiling nail See figure 15 The X dimen sion in the drawing is the amount of the offset Be sure to consider the direction that your offset will incline To achieve the minimum offset see table attach the return elbow to the first elbow To achieve further offset you may install various lengths of pipe between the elbows to a maximum length of 72...

Page 10: ... 0 0 1 0 46 3 10 0 0 0 1 50 4 2 0 1 1 0 56 4 8 1 0 0 1 62 5 2 0 1 0 1 66 5 6 2 0 0 1 72 6 0 1 1 0 1 80 6 8 0 0 1 1 92 7 8 0 0 0 2 96 8 0 0 1 1 1 102 8 6 1 0 0 2 108 9 0 0 1 0 2 112 9 4 2 0 0 2 118 9 10 1 1 0 2 126 10 6 0 0 1 2 136 11 4 1 0 1 2 138 11 6 0 0 0 3 142 11 10 0 1 1 2 148 12 4 1 0 0 3 154 12 10 0 1 0 3 158 13 2 2 0 0 3 164 13 8 1 1 0 3 172 14 4 0 0 1 3 182 15 2 1 0 1 3 184 15 4 0 0 0 4 1...

Page 11: ... 1 2 1 77 7 8 149 3 8 1 1 0 0 3 2 80 7 8 154 5 8 1 0 1 0 3 2 82 7 8 158 1 2 0 0 3 2 85 7 8 163 1 4 1 1 1 0 3 2 89 7 8 170 1 8 1 0 0 1 3 2 94 7 8 178 3 4 1 1 0 1 3 2 95 7 8 180 5 8 1 0 0 0 4 2 97 7 8 184 1 0 1 1 3 2 100 7 8 189 1 4 1 1 0 0 4 2 103 7 8 194 1 2 1 0 1 0 4 2 105 7 8 197 7 8 1 2 0 0 4 2 108 7 8 203 1 8 1 1 1 0 4 2 112 7 8 213 1 4 1 0 0 1 4 3 117 7 8 221 7 8 1 1 0 1 4 3 118 7 8 223 3 4 1...

Page 12: ... inlet hole of the fireplace Slide a 1 2 gas line nipple through the tube and attach to the line Finish installation by either capping gas line inside fireplace or by attaching an approved gas appliance in accordance with its installation instructions Re install insulation around the gas line to seal between the gas line and gas conduit Seal around the gas line and the refractory with refractory c...

Page 13: ...the face of the fireplace Some of these products contain combustible materials Combustible wall coverings such as paneling or wallboard may not overlap the black face of the fireplace The space between the wall covering and the fireplace should be sealed with a heat resistant material such as rock wool insulation or mortar 4000 F Min NOTE An L shaped steel lintel must be installed across the top o...

Page 14: ... to the floor of the home to prevent shifting Various methods of attachment may be used including screws nails or common construction adhesives 2 After the fireplace and hearth extension have been secured the gap between the fireplace and hearth extension must be filled or sealed with a non combustible grout caulk or sealant OR If a protective metal strip is used under the space between the firepl...

Page 15: ...THE GLASS AND IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE AS STATED IN THE SEPARATE GLASS DOOR WARRANTY 13 Creosote Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accum...

Page 16: ...ight side refractory 1 70355 68337 10 Left side refractory 1 70355 68338 11 Back refractory 1 70357 66993 12 Bottom refractory 1 70354 68336 13 Integral grate 1 70361 68373 14 Grate retaining bracket 2 66130 66130 REPLACEMENT PARTS The following replacement parts are available from your TEMCO dealer 16 Description Quantity Part 1 Handles 2 67987 2 Door Guide 1 68344 3 Spring Push 1 69891 4 Spring ...

Page 17: ...nyone other than the original owner Shipping costs after the first year of coverage Labor after the first year of coverage Damage caused by improper installation misuse abuse or alteration of the fireplace or chimney system Cracks in refractories that do not affect safe operation Any work done or cost incurred without written consent from TEMCO Fireplace Products Installation performed by unlicens...

Page 18: ...k in Order of Importance 1 6 ___Appearance ___Location Flexibility ___Builder Decided Purchaser Address Phone Retailer Address Phone Date of Purchase CUT ALONG LINE To register your warranty please provide the information indicated on this form and mail it to TEMCO Fireplace Products 301 Perimeter Park Dr Suite 227 Nashville TN 37211 WARRANTY REGISTRATION Please Answer the Following Questions Chec...

Page 19: ...glass door kits be effective after the expiration date of the above limited warranty A Glass Breakage Temco Fireplace Products does not warrant against breakage of glass Breakage is normally due to handling and shipping which is covered by the freight handler Breakage during use can be attributed to over firing the fireplace which means flames are going up the chimney or licking against glass when...

Page 20: ...at its option either repair or replace the part at no cost to purchaser however any labor or other charges incurred in the removal or replacement of the part as well as any delivery or shipping charge will be the sole responsibility of purchaser This warranty is not transferable in any manner by the original purchaser and is effective only if the part of TEMCO s blower is accompanied by proof of p...

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