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Installation and service of this fireplace should be

performed by qualified personnel. Vermont Cast

ings Group recommends NFI certified profession

als, or technicians supervised by an

NFI certified professional.

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Fire Risk

WARNING

For use with solid wood fuel only.

Other fuels may overfire and generate

poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).

Model(s):

•

DO NOT

store or use gasoline or other flam

mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

• DO NOT

overfire. Overfiring will void your

warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to com

bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may

cause house fire.

WARNING: If the information in these

instructions is not followed exactly, a fire

or explosion may result causing property

damage, personal injury, or death.

Owner’s Manual

Operation and Care

WARNING

HOT SURFACES

Glass and other surfaces are hot during

operation AND cool down.

Hot glass will cause burns.

•

DO NOT

touch glass until it is cooled

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as

fireplace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable

materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable

materials away.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.

OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.

NOTICE: DO NOT

discard this manual!

Contact your dealer with questions on installation, operation, or service.

VCG Royalton Series • BE36/BE42 Owner Manual • 4044-198 • Rev A • 02/18/15

BE36

BE42

Summary of Contents for BE36

Page 1: ...not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Owner s Manual Operation and Care WARNING HOT SURFACES Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down Hot glass will cause burns DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled NEVER allow children to touch glass Keep children away CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace Alert...

Page 2: ...Important Safety and Operating Information A Fireplace Safety 7 1 Clear Space 7 2 Grate 8 3 Refractory 8 4 Firescreen 8 5 Flue Damper 8 6 Glass Doors 8 7 Over Firing Your Fireplace 8 8 Chimney Fire 8 B General Operating Parts 9 1 Flue Damper 10 2 Outside Air optional 10 3 Glass Doors 10 C Fuel 11 1 Hardwood vs Softwood 11 2 Moisture content 11 3 Seasoning 12 4 Storing Wood 12 5 Burning Process 12 ...

Page 3: ...most in safety reliability and efficiency As the owner of a new fireplace you ll want to read and carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this Owner s Manual Pay special attention to all Cautions and Warnings This Owner s Manual should be retained for future refer ence We suggest that you keep it with your other impor tant documents and product manuals Your new VCG wood burning firep...

Page 4: ... Warranty coverage begins on the date of original purchase In the case of new home construction warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent authorized VCG dealer distributor whichever occurs earlier The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product shipment from VCG regardless ...

Page 5: ...afting caused by tightly sealed constructions insufficient make up air supply or handling devices such as exhaust fans or forced air furnaces or other such causes 6 use of fuels other than those specified in the operating instructions 7 installation or use of components not supplied with the appliance or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by VCG 8 modification of the applia...

Page 6: ...n Series BE36 BE42 Owner Manual 4044 198 Rev A 02 18 15 This fireplace may be installed in sleeping rooms EX CEPT in manufactured homes If installed with a gas log set provisions for the National Fuel Gas Code must be met This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with the optional components specified in this manual These op tional components may be purchased separately and in stalled at a...

Page 7: ...proper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage 1 Clear Space Combustible materials must not be stored on the hearth extension Room furnishings such as drapes curtains chairs or other combustibles must be at least 4 ft 1219 mm from the front of the fireplace Combustible materials are materials made of or sur faced with any of the following mater...

Page 8: ...plied grate or one approved by VCG Warning Risk of Fire Use only the factory sup plied integral grate Keeps logs in place Allows proper air circulation around the fire 3 Refractory The refractory is supplied to contain heat and provide an attractive interior It will break down over time and will need occasional replacement Small hairline cracks and discoloration are normal and do not affect its sa...

Page 9: ...Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials Keep clothing furniture draperies and other flammable materials away HOT SURFACES Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down Open Close Open Close Outside Air Control Handle Flue Damper Figure 3 2 General Operating Parts Caution If you expect that childr...

Page 10: ...LLY CLOSED CORRECT Figure 3 3 Operating Positions of Bi fold Doors 2 Outside Air optional The outside air kit supplies some combustion air for your fireplace It may help reduce the effects of nega tive air pressure See Section 5 D Refer to Figure 2 1 for location of control Close the inlet to prevent cold drafts when the fireplace is not being used Caution Risk of Burns The outside air control han...

Page 11: ... can use the softwood for starting the fire giv ing off quick heat to bring the fireplace up to operating temperature Add the hardwood for slow even heat and longer burn time 2 Moisture content The majority of the problems fireplace owners expe rience are caused by trying to burn wet unseasoned wood Freshly cut wood can be as much water as it is wood having a moisture content of around 50 Imag ine...

Page 12: ...The time it takes to season wood varies from around nine months for soft woods to as long as eighteen months for hardwoods The key to seasoning wood is to be sure it has been split exposing the wet interior and increasing the surface area of each piece A tree that was cut down a year ago and not split is likely to have almost as high a moisture content now as it did when it was cut To season wood ...

Page 13: ...ou may notice an in dustrial odor the first few fires This is considered normal Use well seasoned wood Open the flue damper to a fully open position Place crumpled or twisted paper under the fireplace grate Loosely arrange kindling or small pieces of wood to form a tent on the fireplace grate Pre warm the flue to establish a draft to help reduce smoke spillage during start up Hold a rolled up piec...

Page 14: ...y Sweep Confirm that termination cap remains clear and unobstructed Inspect for blockages such as bird nests leaves etc Inspect for corrosion or separation Inspect for creosote and remove as needed at least every two months during the heating season Inspect the system at the fireplace connection and at the chimney top In the event of a chimney fire Vermont Castings Group recommends replacement of ...

Page 15: ...e all ash from the firebox and extinguish all hot embers before disposal Allow the fireplace to cool completely Close the door tightly Remove the top of the termination cap as shown in Figure 4 1 to clean the cap and chimney The creosote or soot should be removed from the chimney with a brush specifically designed for the size of chimney in use Reinstall termination cap Clean out fallen debris fro...

Page 16: ...nd the fireplace is cold Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroug...

Page 17: ...ion Bed of coals not established before adding wood Start with paper kindling to establish bed of coals refer to starting fire section Flue blockage such as birds nests or leaves in termination cap Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned by a certified chimney sweep Down draft or negative pressure Competition with exhaust devices Do not use exhaust fans during start up refer to negative pr...

Page 18: ...n light the paper under the kindling The heat generated from the burning rolled up newspaper should help get the draft established Still other factors can affect how well your flue system performs Neighboring structures high winds tall trees even hillsides can affect air currents around the chim ney Well designed chimney caps are available that can help Your fireplace dealer is the local expert in...

Page 19: ...Outside air closed Overhead fan operating Overhanging tree Bird s nest or leaves in termination cap Structural changes in chimney area Creosote buildup in flue Strong win d s a r o u nd chimney termination Unsealed can lights Combustion air control Figure 5 1 Factory built Fireplaces Troubleshooting VCG Royalton Series BE36 BE42 Owner Manual 4044 198 Rev A 02 18 15 ...

Page 20: ...acturing Date N A Ending Manufacturing Date Active Royalton Woodburning Fireplace Part number list on following page 02 15 3 1 4 5 2 Damper Kit Air Handle 1Piece Rod 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 VCG Royalton Series BE36 BE42 Owner Manual 4044 198 Rev A 02 18 15 ...

Page 21: ...ght or Left SRV4044 104TB 10 Door Track Used for Upper SRV15425TB 11 Smoke Shield SRV4044 131TB 12 Refractory Retainer Qty 3 req SRV11847 13 Side Refractory Qty 2 req SRV4044 220 14 Back Refractory SRV4044 222 15 Grate GR41 16 Grate Retainer Qty 2 req SRV4044 170 17 Hearth Retainer SRV4044 128TB 18 Hearth Refractory SRV4044 221 19 Firescreen Assembly Qty 2 req SRV4044 028 20 Firescreen Handle SRV1...

Page 22: ...nding Manufacturing Date Active Part number list on following page Royalton Woodburning Fireplace 02 15 3 1 4 5 2 Damper Kit Air Handle 1Piece Rod 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 VCG Royalton Series BE36 BE42 Owner Manual 4044 198 Rev A 02 18 15 ...

Page 23: ...Right or Left SRV4044 104TB 10 Door Track used for upper SRV15427TB 11 Smoke Shield SRV4044 120TB 12 Refractory Retainer Qty 3 req SRV11847 13 Side Refractory Qty 2 req SRV4044 220 14 Back Refractory SRV4044 224 15 Grate GR40 16 Grate Retainer Qty 2 req SRV4044 170 17 Hearth Retainer SRV4044 109TB 18 Hearth Refractory SRV4044 223 19 Firescreen Assembly Qty 2 req SRV4044 027 20 Firescreen Handle 1 ...

Page 24: ...Doors DM1036 with Black or Stainless Steel Trim DM1042 with Black or Stainless Steel Trim Gas Inserts Gas Log Sets Gas Log Lighters Wood burning Inserts VCG Royalton Series BE36 BE42 Owner Manual 4044 198 Rev A 02 18 15 ...

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