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271119-40                                                                                                   TC36.CODE                                                                                      100003879-50

MODEL: TC36.OD 
SERIES C
MODULAR DIRECT VENT
FIREPLACE

WARNING:  If the information in these 
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire 
or explosion may result causing property 
damage, personal injury or death.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

Installation and service must be performed 
by a qualified installer, service agency or 
the gas supplier.

TC36 OUTDOOR GAS 
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND 
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: 

For Outdoor Use Only

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DANGER: If you smell gas:

1.  Shut off gas to the appliance
2.  Extinguish any open flame.
3.  If odor continues, keep away from the 

appliance and immediately call your gas 
supplier or fire department.

WARNING: Do not store or use gasoline or 
other flammable vapors and liquids in the 
vicinity of this or any other appliance. An 
LP-cylinder not conected for use shall not  
be stored 

WARNING: Improper installation, adjusment, 

alteration, service or maintenance can cause 

injury or property damage. Read the installa-

tion, operating and maintenance instructions 

thoroughly before installing or servicing this 

equipment.

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

This appliance can produce carbon 
monoxide which has no odor.
using it in an enclosed space can 
kill you.
Never use this appliance in an 
enclosed space such as a camper, 
tent, car or home.

Summary of Contents for Series C

Page 1: ...is manual DANGER If you smell gas 1 Shut off gas to the appliance 2 Extinguish any open flame 3 If odor continues keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or fire department WARNING Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance An LP cylinder not conected for use shall not be stored WARNING Improper inst...

Page 2: ...ts 20 Wall Termination Venting Chart 22 Roof Termination Venting Chart 23 Ceiling Opening 24 Ceiling Firestop 24 Vent Pipe 24 Roof Support Bracket 24 Roof Vent Terminal 25 Vent Terminal Clearance 26 Vent Terminal Minimum Clearances 26 Roof Pitch Table 26 Vent Pipe Sealant 27 Insulated Collar Shield Included 27 Vent Restrictor Adjustment 28 Firebox Panels Installation 29 Lighting Instructions 31 Fi...

Page 3: ... should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance Any grill panel or door removed for servicing the unit must be replaced prior to operating Failure to do so may create a hazardous condition Installation and repair shou...

Page 4: ...tally vented gas fuelled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less than one half 1 2 inch in size GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS 4 INSPECTION The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment shall not approve the installation unless upon inspection the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and ...

Page 5: ...e from entering the enclosure A drip pan not supplied with the unit must be installed under the fireplace and be provided with a means of draining Care must be taken to select materials and building practices which will protect the enclosure and fireplace from exposure to moisture Not for use with a power vent This Fireplace Is Intended For Outdoor Use Only 5 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 ...

Page 6: ... The natural gas orifice should fall out Figure 1 2 Insert the propane orifice that came in your instruction pack as shown into the orifice housing and reattach the pilot to the compression fittng and pilot tube Figure 2 and Figure 3 3 Using the valve conversion kit that came in the instruction pack convert the valve to propane following the instructions provided with the kit Figure 4 Orifice hous...

Page 7: ...t Mantel clearance A 9 B 6 C 3 Mantel depth D 12 E 6 3 4 F 1 1 2 Minimum Clearances Side standoffs 0 in 0 mm Back standoffs 0 in 0 mm Top standoffs 0 in 0 mm Bottom of appliance 0 in 0 mm Adjacent side wall 4 in 102 mm Ceiling to appliance 24 in 610 mm Mantel to appliance See Figure 2 Maximum Mantel extension See Figure 2 Mantel support 4 in 102 mm Vertical vent pipe 1 3 4 in 45 mm Horizontal Vent...

Page 8: ...im Kit from the window frame If installed 2 Using a screwdriver or other similar object push against the notch in the top of the latch and grab the bottom of the latch handle as it protrudes Lift handle until latch hook disengages Repeat for other side while holding glass so it does not tip out 3 Tilt the top of the window frame out to clear the top edge of the unit Grasp the sides of the frame an...

Page 9: ...led location of vent system and where gas supply piping may be plumbed Various installations are possible such as into an existing wall a corner a built in wall or a wall projection Figure 11 Due to high temperatures do not locate this fireplace in areas of high traffic or near furniture or draperies The minimum clearances from the fireplace to combustible surfaces must be adhered to and are shown...

Page 10: ...fireplace can be framed in up to the steel studs and the fireplace standoffs using conventional lumber Consult local building codes for specific requirements Due to high temperatures non combustible backer board such as cement board or its equivalent must be used to sheet in the front of the fireplace extending 12 above and 5 9 16 to the side of the framing edge bars Figure 13 Standard sheet rock ...

Page 11: ... lumber It is highly recommended that a full header be installed above the metal framing kit Non combustible zone Do not install any combustible material electrical wiring insulation plastic vapor barrier or gas plumbing within the steel stud framing Figure 12 Framing kit dimensions 11 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 ...

Page 12: ...or to securing to the framing This will prevent the board from cracking Non combustible board detail NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST EXTEND 12 ABOVE AND 5 9 16 TO THE SIDES OF THE FRAMING EDGES NON COMBUSTIBLE BOARD 12 5 9 16 Figure 13 Non combustible board dimensions NON COMBUSTIBLE RECESSED INSTALLATION DETAIL Recessed Installation 4 1 2 MAXIMUM FACING DEPTH NON COMBUSTIBLE BOARD NON COMBUSTIBLE ...

Page 13: ... PLATE 5 15 16 L 2 1 Top Frame Assembly Lay out side studs 2 and center studs 4 on a large flat surface Using the screws provided 1 attach the header stud 5 and the plate stud 6 to the center studs 4 2 Attach Side Studs Legs Attach the outer side studs 3 to the top of the header stud 5 Fasten the outer side studs 3 at the bottom using the base plates 7 Each Kit Contains 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Figure 17 Fra...

Page 14: ...sembled frame to the unit framing brackets Figure 20 Attach at the fastening points through the access holes in the outer side studs item 3 in Figure 19 4 Secure to Existing Framing Secure the frame assembly to existing framing through the stud header 5 and the stud plates 7 5 Install Non combustible Board Use drywall screws to install the non combustible board Figure 21 14 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100...

Page 15: ...d lower corners on each side of the lintel and remove the lintel Figure 24 Rotate the assembly to have the desired edge away from the fireplace 4 The lintel assembly has a maximum range of adjustability of 1 to accommodate varying facing material thicknesses The maximum depth is 6 Figure 25 5 The lintel assembly can then be adjusted to align flush with your facing material by sliding in or out app...

Page 16: ...re with the window frame when opening 1 4 Hearth extension Window frame 1 Max Window track Sub floor Figure 25 Hearth extension details 16 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 Hearth Extension This fireplace may be recessed up to a maximum depth of 6 this recess must be constructed from non combustible material The space between the outside framing edge and the firebox must be completely free of any obst...

Page 17: ...re 27 4 Remove the cover from the electrical box Figure 28 5 Run one 110 V AC switched electrical supplies to the control box and connect to the transformer Figure 29 The fireplace operates on 24V AC supplied by a transformer rated at 110 volts 60Hz See wiring diagram on page 35 for correct connections on terminal block 6 Connect the gas supply to the valve Figure 30 Honeywell Control Valve Plumbi...

Page 18: ...o allow for repair or replacement of the gas valve Check local codes for additional requirements 1 Connect the gas supply to the valve Figure 30 2 Turn on the gas supply and check that all connections are tight and leak free Correct gas pressure requirement Natural Gas Propane Min Pressure 5 0 WC 12 5 WC For purpose of input adjustment Max Pressure 13 9 WC 13 9 WC Manifold Pressure Maximum 3 8 WC ...

Page 19: ...propriately The rise and run must be constrained to the boundaries of the chart shown on page 22 The horizontal run of vent must have a 1 4 rise for every 1 ft of run towards the termination Before installing venting for this unit the installer should read these instructions to insure that the proper vent configuration has been selected Use only Town and Country Termination kits TCVT WTA Wall Term...

Page 20: ...r wall surface Town Country 12 Pipe Length TCVT 811X12 18 Pipe Length TCVT 811X18 24 Pipe Length TCVT 811X24 48 Pipe Length TCVT 811X48 12 Adjustable Pipe Length TCVT 811X12ADJ 45 Elbow TCVT 811XLB45 90 Elbow TCVT 811XLB90 Wall Offset Support TCVT 811XOS Wall Termination Kit TCVT WTA Roof Termination Kit TCVT RTA Wall Shield Ceiling Firestop TCVT THIMA Roof Flashing Adjustable TCVT 811FLADJ Roof F...

Page 21: ...ce Secure all joints with screws and seal with approved High Temp self adhesive aluminum tape provided Adjust the fireplace position so that the vent pipe does not protrude beyond the outer wall The vent connector on the termination will accomodate walls up to 12 thick Wall vent terminal 1 Engage the terminal with the vent pipe and slide terminal into place Ensure that both inner and outer pipes a...

Page 22: ...reduce horizontal vent run by 2 feet Ensure vent pipe is properly supported 68 1 2 All dimensions are approximate Both rise and run may vary with different combinations of pipe 24 Pipe length minimum 22 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 Wall Termination Venting Chart A Minimum rise B Pipe length C Maximum run D Pipe length Max 68 1 2 1 24 20 1 2 1 12 72 3 4 1 12 1 18 75 3 4 1 48 1 12 78 3 4 1 24 1 12 ...

Page 23: ... a total length of 68 feet Any combination of rise and run may be used but must be constrained to the boundaries of this chart A total of 4 90 elbows or combination of other elbows equalling 90 can be used without reducing horizontal run For each additional 90 elbow or an equal combination of elbows reduce horizontal vent run by 2 feet Ensure vent pipe is properly supported All dimensions are appr...

Page 24: ...per clearances From below push the ceiling firestop through the opening and secure in place If the firestop is used to penetrate a floor the outer shield may be trimmed in length If the firestop penetrates into an attic leave the shield full length to keep insulation away from the vent pipe Additionally after the vent pipe is in place install a storm collar on top of the shield This will prevent l...

Page 25: ...it Apply a thick horizontal ring of mastic around the pipe at top of the storm collar Figure 37 3 Lower the roof vent terminal cap over the vent pipe and secure in place with screws provided Figure 37 Seal screw heads and joints with caulking to prevent any moisture entering the venting system Vertical termination cap TCVT 9365 Flashing Storm collar TC42 90665 Vent pipe Mastic Note Adjustable for ...

Page 26: ... 1 8 m min Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet L 7 feet 2 1 m min Clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property M 30 inches 76 cm min Clearance under veranda porch deck or balcony a vent shall not terminate directly above a side walk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings only permitted if veranda por...

Page 27: ...the vent pipe an insulating blanket and cover Pt TC36 9709 included must be installed around the vent pipe flush with the top of the unit and secured by fitting tabs through slots and bending over tabs 180 as shown in Figure 41 The parts required are included NOTE bending tabs to 90 away from arc bend prior to installation eases the process COVER 2 PCS INSULATION BEND TABS Figure 41 Collar shield ...

Page 28: ...ration of y our installation Restrictor positions are based upon lab tests The ideal position may vary slightly with installation Restrictor position is too closed if the flame has the following characteristics Flame is excessively tall and lifting Flame lacks movement Flame soots Restrictor position is too open if the flame has the following characteristics Flame height is low Flame has excessive...

Page 29: ...ace Caution The Firebox Panels are very fragile and should be handled with care 1 Remove the Side Panel Retainer located on the underside of the firebox heat shield Figure 45 The retainer slips between the lip of the firebox and the heat shield and is retained in place by two screws Figure 46 See Porcelain panel instruction manual for specific instructions for these panels Before proceeding see bu...

Page 30: ...ting the bottom of the panel in first and then angling it up into position It may be necessary to push the firebox shield up to allow panel to move freely into place 4 Install the Rear Upper Panel 5 Install the Left Side Panel by inserting the bottom of the panel in first and then angling it up into position 6 Re install the Side Panel Retainers 7 Install the Left and Right Front Panels 30 TC36 CO...

Page 31: ...his appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance to replace any part of the control system any gas control which has been under water 310106 5051 173 5 TC30 Hot while in operation Do not touch Severe burns may result Keep children clothing furniture gasoline and other liquids having flammable vapours away Keep burner and contro...

Page 32: ...ss retaining clips Annual Inspection a Remove glass panel and inspect the decorative burner media such as logs pebbles glass etc for soot build up If excessive build up of soot is present have a qualified service person inspect and adjust the unit for proper combustion Clean the decorative media and use a brush or vacuum cleaner to clean the burner paying close attention to the burner ports b Chec...

Page 33: ...KIT TC36 BFRKITA 3 FRAMIMG KIT 3a STEEL STUDS 4 PANEL SETS 4a PANEL LEFT SIDE 4b PANEL UPPER 4c PANEL RIGHT SIDE 4d PANEL LEFT BASE 4e PANEL RIGHT BASE 4f PANEL LOWER BACK KIT CONTENTS 4 PANEL SETS PARK AVE BEIGE HERRINGBONE 22200018 MT VERNON RED HERRINGBONE 22200017 MANHATTAN BEIGE STACKED BRICK 22200015 BLACK PORCELAIN 22200012 CB BROWN PORCELAIN 22200010 COPPER PORCELAIN 22200011 TITANIUM PORC...

Page 34: ...g ELECTRICAL TRANSFORMER 1h PRESSURE TEST ASSEMBLY 1j TC36ST PRESSURE TEST PLATE 1k TC36ST LOCKING PLATE 1l WING NUTS 2 1m TRANSFORMER BOX COVER PLATE REMOTE RECEIVER not shown 2 BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY KIT 2a INLET PLATE 2b INLET PLATE GASKET 2c ELEC BULKHEAD GASKET 2d 1 2 BULKHEAD FITTING 2e 1 4 BULKHEAD FITTING 3 CONTROL BOX KIT 4 TEST FITTING ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO 1 CONTROL ASSEMBLY KIT TCRP 9000...

Page 35: ...CK S86 VALVE MODULE VR8204M1091 HONEYWELL VALVE BLACK WHITE WHITE ORANGE ORANGE WHITE SPARK FLAME SENSOR WIRE GAS CONTROL TERMINAL 24VAC GREEN 115VAC HOT 60Hz 115VAC COMMON 60Hz BURNER SWITCH NOTSUPPLIED STANDAR AWG 14 2 WIRE OR EQUIVALENT NOT SUPPLIED 35 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 ...

Page 36: ...e 49 Wall terminal ai Figure 50 Thimble 16 1 2 9 Vertical termination cap TCVT 9365 Wall shield ceiling firestop TCVT THIMA Roof support bracket TCVT 93915 Storm collar TC42 90665 Figure 51 Vent terminal kit 36 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 Wall Termination Kit Wall Shield Ceiling Firestop Thimble Roof Termination Kit ...

Page 37: ...6 15 7 8 7 16 1 5 16 8 5 16 13 13 16 12 9 16 13 1 8 11 1 8 TCVT 811X12ADJ TCVT 811XLB45 TCVT 811XLB90 TCVT 811X _ _ 12 PIPE 10 1 4 18 PIPE 16 1 4 24 PIPE 22 1 4 48 PIPE 46 1 4 37 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 Vent Pipe Dimensions ...

Page 38: ... SECTION TO PIPE WILL INCREASE OFFSET BY 2 1 8 TO 6 3 4 A B C 12 PIPE 13 7 16 23 1 4 18 PIPE 17 9 16 27 5 8 24 PIPE 21 7 8 31 3 4 48 PIPE 38 3 4 44 7 8 A B 12 PIPE 29 18 PIPE 35 24 PIPE 41 48 PIPE 65 ADDING AN ADJUSTABLE SECTION TO PIPE WILL INCREASE OFFSET BY 3 TO 9 1 2 16 1 16 6 1 8 1 1 4 20 18 3 4 1 1 4 1 1 4 1 1 4 11 3 8 1 1 4 10 7 8 1 1 4 B A C 38 TC36 CODE_271119 40 100003879 Vent Offset Cha...

Page 39: ...nce Du mur latéral a l appareil 4 in 4 po 102 mm Ceiling to Appliance Plafond a l appareil 24 in 24 po 610 mm Mantel to Appliance Du manteau al appareil 9 in 9 po 229 mm Maximum Mantel Extension Allongement maximum du manteau 12 in 12 po 305 mm See Installation Manual for more detail Voyez des Directive de l Installation pour plus détaux Mantel Supports Supports du manteau 4 in 4 po 102 mm Vent Pi...

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