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Installation and Operation Manual - FP12 Mundo II

ENGLISH

6.3.3 Gasket / installation

1. Follow the steps of the previous section to remove the glass.

2. Cut and install the adhesive gaskets as shown in the drawings below

OUTSIDE

INSIDE

30"

762mm

3/8"

10mm

9/16"

14mm

LOGO

15 1/4"

387mm

3/8"

10mm

5/8"

16mm

1 1/16"

27mm

LOGO

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Page 1: ...ILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE 46151A 2022 08 17 FP12 MUNDO II FP12R model Safety tested accordi...

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Page 3: ...replace and the chimney that it is connected to It is also highly recommended to inform your home insurance company Please read this entire manual before installing and using this fireplace A primary...

Page 4: ...Fireplace 18 4 1 Using a Fire Screen 18 5 Burning Wood Efficiently 18 5 1 First Use 18 5 2 Lighting Fires 18 5 3 Combustion Cycles 20 5 4 Rekindling a Fire 21 5 5 Removing Ashes 21 5 6 Air Intake Con...

Page 5: ...ion 52 Appendix 2 Optional Fresh Air Intake Installation 53 Appendix 3 Optional Traditional Gravity Hot Air Distribution Kit Installation 56 Appendix 4 Optional Modern Gravity Hot Air Distribution Kit...

Page 6: ...Page 6 Installation and Operation Manual FP12 Mundo II ENGLISH CERTIFICATION PLATE...

Page 7: ...firewood This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repairs for the proper operation It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructi...

Page 8: ...as its capacity to maintain a minimum acceptable temperature in the designated area in case of a power failure 2 The overall firebox calculation is an approximation and is not intended to be used for...

Page 9: ...12 North south ends of the logs visible East west sides of the logs visible 13 Mobile homes Canada or manufactured homes USA The US Department of Housing and Urban Development describes manufactured h...

Page 10: ...do II ENGLISH 2 3 Dimensions 25 1 8 638mm 6 150mm 14 7 8 378mm 13 3 8 341mm 9 1 8 231mm G 35 3 8 898mm G Top view 26 1 8 664mm 13 3 8 341mm 25 3 8 645mm 10 3 8 265mm Front view Front view Door opening...

Page 11: ...E LECT ELECTRICAL INLET 40 5 8 1032mm 14 3 4 376mm 16 5 8 422mm 37 1 4 945mm 4 7 8 125mm 27 686mm 2 1 2 64mm A F 24 609mm 15 3 4 401mm Left side view Right side view 12 1 4 310mm 11 3 8 287mm 50 1 4 1...

Page 12: ...Page 12 Installation and Operation Manual FP12 Mundo II ENGLISH 17 1 2 446mm 20 3 8 518mm 18 7 8 479mm 9 229mm Combustion chamber Top view 12 1 8 307mm 12 7 8 326mm Combustion chamber Side view...

Page 13: ...el the coal bed and put 5 logs in the firebox Place 2 small pieces about 3 x 3 in the bottom in a reverse V shape then put two medium size pieces about 4 x4 in an East West orientation in the back ove...

Page 14: ...ls It is made of natural raw materials such as sand and quartz that are combined in such a way to form a high temperature glass Ceramic glass cannot be recycled in the same way as normal glass so it s...

Page 15: ...es of this fireplace can only work properly if the fuel used is in the correct moisture content range of 15 to 20 Refer to the following section of suggestions on preparing fuelwood and judging its mo...

Page 16: ...f hardwood 3 2 Log Length Logs should be cut at least 1 25 mm shorter than the firebox so they fit in easily Pieces that are even slightly too long makes loading the fireplace very difficult The most...

Page 17: ...r weather than in winter weather Split pieces dry more quickly than unsplit rounds Softwoods like pine spruce poplar and aspen take less time to dry than hardwoods They can be dry enough to burn after...

Page 18: ...resh paint fumes can also trigger false alarms in smoke detectors When lighting the heater for the first few times it may be wise to open doors and windows to ventilate the house Burn two or three sma...

Page 19: ...pieces of firewood Open the air intake control completely and ignite the newspaper Leave the door slightly ajar Once the fire has ignited the door can be closed with the air control still fully open...

Page 20: ...eaters don t have a steady heat output It is normal for the temperature to rise after a new load of wood is ignited and for its temperature to gradually decrease throughout the burning cycle This incr...

Page 21: ...s pleasant when the room temperature is cool but can be unpleasant when the room is already warm Therefore it is best to let each load of wood burn completely so that the room cools down before puttin...

Page 22: ...t output to the desired temperature in the house A house will need far less heating in October than in January to maintain a comfortable temperature Filling the firebox full in fall weather will overh...

Page 23: ...of the space to be heated the climate zone where the house is and the time of the year The table below gives an approximate maximum burn cycle times based on firebox volume Table 1 Approximate Maximum...

Page 24: ...ting the surface should be sanded lightly with sandpaper and then wiped off to remove dust Apply two thin layers of paint 6 2 Refractory Material and Baffle The intense heat of the fire can cause slig...

Page 25: ...acement The glass used is a ceramic glass 3 16 5 mm thick 30 x 17 784 mm x 441 mm tested to reach temperatures up to 1400 F If the glass breaks it must be replaced with one having the same specificati...

Page 26: ...LISH 6 3 3 Gasket installation 1 Follow the steps of the previous section to remove the glass 2 Cut and install the adhesive gaskets as shown in the drawings below OUTSIDE INSIDE 30 762mm 3 8 10mm 9 1...

Page 27: ...otect the threads from rust and prevent dust accumulation that can prevent the handle from rotating freely 6 3 4 Door Adjustment For the combustion of your fireplace to be optimal the door should be p...

Page 28: ...e door hinges when they are in the desired positions Doors position with more space Doors position with less space Doors tilt up Doors tilt down Top pintle Bottom pintle 6 3 6 Gasket It is important t...

Page 29: ...in the relatively cooler chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire The chimney connector an...

Page 30: ...the possible danger 3 If you require assistance alert the fire department 4 If possible use a dry chemical fire extinguisher baking soda or sand to control the fire Do not use water as it may cause a...

Page 31: ...e must always be used with the original andirons Do not use a fireplace insert and other products not specified for use with this fireplace Do not install in a mobile home Canada or manufactured home...

Page 32: ...facilitate the transport of the fireplace handles sold as an option may be used They are installed on each side of the fireplace Wearing gloves is strongly recommended when moving the fireplace 8 3 L...

Page 33: ...ials with the exception of gypsum which will be considered a non combustible material only if it is certified to withstand an ambient temperature of use of 250 F and more Maximum mantle depth 3 76 mm...

Page 34: ...pple studs needed to support the finishing material and mantle WARNING DO NOT FILL THE REQUIRED EMPTY SPACE INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE WITH INSULATION OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL The fireplace must not be in cont...

Page 35: ...e gravity air distribution system 12 305mm MIN 8 1 4 210mm 8 1 4 210mm Non combustible materials Framing of the traditional style gravity air distribution system 12 305mm MIN 32 1 8 816mm 8 1 2 216mm...

Page 36: ...right E Distance between framing and side fireplace standoff 18 457 mm F Framing width Installation with centered fireplace 87 2216 mm 15 Framing dimensions are for reference only These measurements a...

Page 37: ...mm Framing configuration should be used as a reference only If a finishing material is installed inside the enclosure its thickness must be added to the following measurements Theses values are minimu...

Page 38: ...be protected over the entire width of the floor protection by a folded and continuous metal sheet D min 2 51 mm not supplied A clearance of 76 1 93 m between the base of the fireplace and the ceiling...

Page 39: ...ust be respected 8 6 4 Floor Protection OPTION INSTALLATION TYPE R FACTOR REQUIRED A B C 1 On floor level Yes 1 00 16 406 mm 41 1054 mm 8 203 mm 2 Raised base of 4 or less Yes 1 00 16 406 mm 41 1054 m...

Page 40: ...board 3 23 0 31 Cement mortar 5 00 0 2 Common brick 5 00 0 2 Face brick 9 00 0 11 Marble 14 3 20 00 0 07 0 05 Ceramic tile 12 5 0 008 Concrete 1 050 0 950 Mineral wool insulation 0 320 3 120 Limestone...

Page 41: ...seal between the faceplate and the finishing material to facilitate removal of the facaplate if necessary 50 1 4 1276mm 76 1930mm 12 305mm MIN 26 660mm 76 1930mm 26 660mm 8 203mm 8 203mm 12 305mm MIN...

Page 42: ...the chimney is not waste heat This heat is what the chimney uses to make the draft that draws in combustion air keeps smoke inside the fireplace and safely vents exhaust to outside Heat in the flue g...

Page 43: ...nd Chemin e ext rieure isol e pour les climats plus froids 9 3 Chimney Installation The chimney manufacturer s installation manual takes precedence over the following installation instructions To ensu...

Page 44: ...all floors ceilings and roof that the chimney will go through to provide a 2 50 mm minimum clearance between the chimney and any combustible materials Do not fill this 2 50 mm space with insulation o...

Page 45: ...from one chimney to another WARNING IF THE CHIMNEY IS INSTALLED IN AN ENCLOSURE ABOVE THE ROOF IT MUST EXCEED THE TOP OF THE FLASHING CONE BY AT LEAST 12 INCHES 30 CM THE FLASHING MUST HAVE A MINIMUM...

Page 46: ...n the chimney and any combustible materials Do not fill this 2 space with insulation or any other combustible material In all cases the chimney must start with a 6 diameter anchor plate attached to th...

Page 47: ...he chimney will pass In the attic install an attic radiation shield from above D 3 Install an anchor plate A and a first chimney section on the fireplace Install the number of chimney sections needed...

Page 48: ...ing the instructions of the ceiling supported installation Table 3 Minimum system height when using elbows Chimney model See Table 4 Vertical Installation 15 ft 4 6 m Two 2 elbows 15 ft 4 6 m Four 4 e...

Page 49: ...s instructions to connect the extended liner section to the special chimney connector The liner must extend at least 12 30 cm above the masonry chimney 9 4 Angled Wall Pass Thru Installation When pass...

Page 50: ...pia Chimney Champion Chimney System 1 Solid Pack 6 15 cm Olympia Chimney Rockford Chimney Systems 1 Solid Pack 6 15 cm Selkirk CF Sentinel CF 2 Solid Pack 6 15 cm Selkirk Super Pro 2100 ALT 2 Solid Pa...

Page 51: ...d unless chimney is enclosed at the attic level 2 Solid Pack S 2100 DuraVent Ventilated roof flashing 1 Solid Pack Dura Tech Dura Tech Canada DTC 2 Solid Pack Dura Tech Premium American Metal Chimney...

Page 52: ...n Manual FP12 Mundo II ENGLISH Appendix 1 FINISHING FRAME INSTALLATION Finishing frame dimensions 36 1 16 917mm 23 7 8 606mm 33 9 16 853mm 21 3 8 543mm 1 8 3mm Installation A A Secure the finishing fr...

Page 53: ...stalled above or below the floor level The air intake should be installed high enough not to be obstructed by snow It should be protected from the wind away from automobile exhaust a gas meter or othe...

Page 54: ...knockout 2 Install the adapter included in the fireplace and align the notch of the adapter T with the one on the fireplace Turn the adapter clockwise T Fresh air intake on the right side Fresh air in...

Page 55: ...Secure the plastic with aluminum tape 5 To complete the installation make a hole of to 6 mm to 13 mm bigger than the duct diameter on the outside wall of the house at the chosen location From outside...

Page 56: ...elbows C 6 steel brackets D with fastening screws E and self tapping screws F Parts not included in the kit 8 rigid ducting G 26 ga galvanized steel Dimensions of hot air outlet frame with elbow Dimen...

Page 57: ...r outlets can be installed in the same room as the fireplace or both can be installed in adjacent rooms or upstairs If the outputs are installed at different heights the higher output will draw more h...

Page 58: ...at close the 8 20 cm diameter holes on top of the fireplace Then cut and remove the insulation and the other set of knockouts inside the fireplace B Screw the 6 steel brackets D with 6 screws E onto t...

Page 59: ...elf drilling screws 3 per elbow Insert the frames B into the elbow outlets C Press the frame on the back of the non combustible wall and screw it in place Screw the frame B to the outlet of the elbow...

Page 60: ...B Heat distribution box C Telescoping section D Anchor plates E All screws are included Not included in the kit 8 rigid ducting 26 ga galvanized steel if necessary according to the desired height Dim...

Page 61: ...tive plate Dimensions of assembled heat distribution box and adjustable decorative plate Dimensions of telescoping section 5 3 8 138mm 7 1 8 181mm 32 814mm 34 1 8 867mm 2 52mm 3 76mm 0 0mm MIN 12 1 2...

Page 62: ...the same room as the fireplace or it can be installed in a room upstairs When forced air kit is installed in conjunction with a gravity kit the forced air device will draw some of the air from the gra...

Page 63: ...e the 8 20 cm diameter holes on top of the fireplace Then cut and remove the insulation and the other set of knockouts inside the fireplace B Secure the 2 anchor plates E with 8 screws provided F on t...

Page 64: ...elescoping section Determine the needed height and secure the two parts of the telescoping sections together with 3 self tapping screws Insert the adjustable frame B in the heat distribution box C pre...

Page 65: ...he EPA standard states that it is necessary to perform certification testing with any ventilation that is likely to alter the units performance For this reason SBI has tested the effects of the forced...

Page 66: ...ore details refer to the installation manual supplied with the fire screen Warning Never leave the fireplace unattended while in use with the firescreen 1 Open the door 2 Hold the firescreen and bring...

Page 67: ...T 1 Using a ratchet and a Torx T 30 bit unscrew the two screws V holding the andiron U 2 Remove the floor refractory panel W T 30 3 Using a power driver remove the refractory panels brackets X and the...

Page 68: ...the rear left channel 2 Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the key of the left air channel hole Using a Wise grip hold the tube and lock it in place by turning the tube as shown Make sur...

Page 69: ...9 EXPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST A DETAIL A B DETAIL B 67 66 1 2 4 3 28 17 26 25 24 27 23 60 20 8 7 16 14 11 12 13 10 15 14 15 19 17 18 17 21 22 56 57 58 59 54 55 53 52 46 48 50 51 39 40 29 31 30 32...

Page 70: ...OOR ASSEMBLY 1 9 30778 DOOR LOCK ROD 1 10 PL72248 DOOR HANDLE 1 11 30038 BOLT HEX 10 24 X 1 2 1 12 30192 STAR RING 10 X 410 395 OD 025 020 THICK 1 13 30501 BLACK WASHER 10 1 14 30423 3 8 16 HEX ZINC N...

Page 71: ...SEMBLED FACEPLATE GRILLE 1 50 PL66645 TELESCOPIC 8 LOWER SECTION FEMALE 2 51 SE66647 ANCHOR PLATE OR COUPLER 8 2 52 AC01375 HOT AIR GRAVITY DISTRIBUTION KIT TRADITIONAL 1 53 49066 90 X 8 26Ga GALVANIS...

Page 72: ...ed rate schedule and must not exceed the wholesale price of the replacement part All parts and labour costs covered by this warranty are limited according to the table below The manufacturer at its di...

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Page 76: ...tional com This document is available for free download on the manufacturer s website It is a copyrighted document Resale is strictly prohibited The manufacturer may update this document from time to...

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