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VCG Royalton Series • BE36/42 • 4044-197 Installation Manual • Rev A •  02/18/15

C. Tools and Supplies Needed

Before beginning the installation be sure the following 

tools and building supplies are available:
Reciprocating saw 

Framing material

Pliers 

Non-combustible sealant

Hammer 

Gloves

Phillips screwdriver 

Framing square

Flat blade screwdriver 

Electric drill and bits

Plumb line 

Safety glasses

Level 

Tape measure

1/2-3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 self-drilling screws
Misc. screws and nails

D. Inspect Fireplace and Components

WARNING! Risk of Fire and/or Explosion! 

Damaged 

parts could impair safe operation. 

DO NOT

 install dam-

aged, incomplete or substitute components. Keep fire

-

place dry.

•  Remove fireplace and components from packaging and 

inspect for damage.

•  Vent  system  components  and  doors  are  shipped  in 

separate packages.

•  Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment.

•  Read  all  the  instructions  before  starting  the 

installation. Follow these instructions carefully 

during the installation to ensure maximum safety 

and benefit.

E. Fireplace System Requirements

The VCG fireplace system requirements consist of the 

following:
•  Fireplace

-  Refractory (included with fireplace)

-  Firescreen (included with fireplace)

-  Grate (included with fireplace)

-  Hearth Extension (required, sold separately)

•  Outside Air System (optional)

-  Air Inlet Hood

-  Flex

•  Chimney System

-  Attic Insulation Shield (included with fireplace)

-  Chimney air kit (required in Canada, sold separately)

-  Chimney termination cap (required, sold separately)

•  Non-combustible finish material

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Страница 1: ...ren 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 BE36 BE42 NOTICE DO NOT discard this manual DO NOT store ...

Страница 2: ...e 11 D Frame the Fireplace 12 E Secure and Level the Fireplace 12 F Protective Metal Hearth Strips 13 G Outside Air Kit optional 14 4 Chimney and Termination Requirements A Chimney Requirements 15 B Offsets Returns 16 C Termination Requirements 17 5 Chimney Installation A Typical Chimney System 18 B Assemble Chimney Sections 19 C Install Chimney Air Kit 19 D Secure Offset Return 20 E Install Ceili...

Страница 3: ...roud is installed properly per instructions Fi i hi S ti 7 P 27 Dealer Distributor Phone Serial Roof flashing installed Termination installed Vermont Castings Group recommends the following Comments communicated to party responsible 4044 199 Rev A 2 18 15 __________________________ by ______________________on _________ Builder Gen Contractor Installer Date Comments Further description of the issue...

Страница 4: ... Plasters Materials reported as passing ASTM E 136 Standard Test Method for Behavior of Metals in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 C C Combustible Materials Materials made of or surfaced with any of the following materials Wood Compressed paper Plant fibers Plastic Plywood OSB Sheet rock drywall Any material that can ignite and burn flame proofed or not plastered or un plastered 1 Product Specific I...

Страница 5: ...ion cap Chimney penetrates roof preferably without affecting roof rafters Offset Return with hanger straps Framing headed off in ceiling joists Enclosed space above and around fireplace Mantel and surround Decorative facing and trim Hearth extension Factory built fireplace Protective metal hearth strip s Combustible framing header on top of V shaped standoffs Chimney system Attic insulation shield...

Страница 6: ...Clearances Section 3 NOTICE A minimum 1 2 in air clearance at the back and sides of the fireplace assembly must be main tained Chimney sections at any level require a 2 in minimum air space clearance between the framing and chimney sections B Design and Installation Considerations Notice Check building codes prior to installation Installation MUST comply with local regional state and national code...

Страница 7: ...low peak Location NOT recommended Not the highest point of the roof Wind loading possible Multi level Roofs Windward Leeward Recommended Location Above peak Recommended Insulated exterior chase in cooler climates Recommended Location Above peak Inside heated space Location NOT recommended Too close to tree Below adjacent structure Lower roof line Avoid outside wall Marginal Location Wind loading p...

Страница 8: ...Keep fire place dry Remove fireplace and components from packaging and inspect for damage Vent system components and doors are shipped in separate packages Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment Read all the instructions before starting the installation Follow these instructions carefully during the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit E Fireplace System Requirements The ...

Страница 9: ... in 359 mm 18 3 4 in 476 mm 21 in 533 mm 7 1 2 in 191 mm 9 1 4 in 235 mm 7 1 2 in 191 mm Gas Knockout Outside Air 9 1 4 in 235 mm Gas Knockout 7 1 2 in 191 mm 39 1 2 in 1003 mm C D B 21 3 8 in 543 mm 7 3 8 in 187 mm A B C D in 36 41 23 3 4 11 7 8 mm 914 1041 603 302 in 42 47 29 3 4 14 7 8 mm 1067 1194 756 378 BE 36 BE 42 Model Figure 3 1 Fireplace Dimensions ...

Страница 10: ...als Minimum Clearances to Combustibles WITHIN ENCLOSURE AREA Fireplace to backwall 1 2 in 13 mm Fireplace to sidewall 1 2 in 13 mm Top standoffs to header 0 in 0 mm Door opening to sidewall 12 in 305 mm MANTEL Mantel minimum height 12 in 305 mm above opening Maximum mantel depth 12 in 305 mm Note Chimney air kit is not shown but is required in Canada roof insulation 0 in to level of standoffs Atti...

Страница 11: ...e 3 3 Chase Assembly 1 2 3 1 Fireplace and chimney enclosed in an exterior chase 2 Chimney offset through exterior wall and enclosed in chase 3 Chase constructed on roof Note In cooler climates all chase walls should be insulated Figure 3 4 Chase Constructions The chase is constructed using framing materials much the same as the walls in your home A variety of siding materials may be used includin...

Страница 12: ...ion Secure insulation and vapor barriers Provide minimum air space clearances at the sides and back of the fireplace assembly E Secure and Level the Fireplace This fireplace may be placed on either a combustible or noncombustible continuous flat surface Follow the instruc tions for framing in Section 3 Slide the fireplace into posi tion Be sure to provide the minimum 1 2 in air clearance at the si...

Страница 13: ...under front edge of fireplace Overlap strips in the middle of fireplace opening by 1 in 25 mm minimum Metal strips must extend beyond the front and sides of the fireplace opening by at least 2 in 51 mm Figure 3 6 Protect the front of a platform elevated above the hearth extension with metal strips not included with fireplace per Figure 3 6 See Section 7 for hearth extension instructions Warning Ri...

Страница 14: ...nlet hood and the house with silicone to prevent air infiltration Caution Risk of Cuts Abrasions Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation Sheet metal edges are sharp Caution Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation Do not draw outside combustion air from wall floor or ceiling cavity or enclosed spaces such as an attic or garage Do not place outside air inlet hood close to exhaust vents or...

Страница 15: ... from the fireplace or at any chimney joint A Chimney Requirements Vertical distances are measured from the base of the fireplace as shown in Figure 4 1 4 Chimney and Termination Requirements Table 4 2 Chimney Component Dimensions Table 4 1 Chimney Requirements Minimum overall straight height 13 3 96 m Minimum height with offset return 14 5 ft 4 42 m Maximum height 90 ft 27 43 m Maximum chimney le...

Страница 16: ... offset return You determine from the table that you need 34 1 8 in 867 mm Dimension B between the offset and return The chimney component that best fits your application is one SL324 15 degree 30 degree SL306 SL312 SL318 SL324 SL336 SL348 A B A B in mm in mm in mm in mm 1 5 8 41 13 3 8 340 3 5 8 92 15 1 2 394 2 7 8 73 17 3 4 451 5 1 2 140 18 5 8 473 1 4 1 8 102 22 3 8 568 7 1 4 184 21 3 4 552 2 4...

Страница 17: ... See illustration above B Gas Termination Cap A Perpendicular Wall If using decorative cap cover s this distance may need to be increased Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the decorative cap cover In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations the wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap Figure 4 3 Multiple Chimney Locations C Termination...

Страница 18: ...al Lock chimney sections together firmly to resist movement Ceiling firestops are required where chimney passes through ceiling or floor Support straps for offsets not shown must be secured to adequate framing Termination Cap Storm Collar Offsets returns must be secured with the screws provided outer pipe only Attic shield Figure 5 1 Typical Chimney System Guidelines for Chimney System Installatio...

Страница 19: ...turns to chimney sections Insert the screws provided through the predrilled holes Do NOT penetrate inner flue Secure chimney returns with hanger straps provided fasten to studs or joists Vertical straight runs of chimney must be supported every 35 ft 10 7 m B Assemble Chimney Sections Use only those components described in this manual Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair safe oper...

Страница 20: ...ming Note Use same dimensional lumber for framing ceiling firestop and joists 2 in 51mm clearance 2 in 51mm clearance Warning Risk of Fire Do NOT seal area between firestop opening and chimney pipe except where they en ter the attic or leave the warm air envelope of the home use 600 F sealant Figure 5 4 Installing the Ceiling Firestop When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sec tions ...

Страница 21: ...lation Shield F Install Attic Insulation Shield Warning Risk of Fire You MUST install an attic insu lation shield when there is any possibility of insulation or other combustible material coming into contact with the chimney Do NOT pack insulation between the chimney and the attic insulation shield Failure to keep insulation and other materials away from chimney pipe could cause fire Do NOT offset...

Страница 22: ...m Turn down Drip Edge Chase 2 in 51 mm Collar on Chase Top 018 26 ga min Galvanized Chase Top Figure 5 9 Chase Top Construction H Install Chase Chase Top You MUST use a chase top in a chase installation Chase tops may be field constructed Include a turndown and drip edge to prevent water from seeping into the chase Include a 2 in 51 mm soldered welded or spun collar around pipe opening to keep wat...

Страница 23: ...ght Do NOT block air holes Caulk gaps between storm collar pipe and storm collar chase top Termination cap pipe and chimney section must be snapped together to maintain an overlap of 1 1 2 in 38 mm Slip storm collar around chimney pipe before termination cap pipe is snapped into the chimney pipe Figure 5 10 Installing a TR344 Round Termination Cap Storm Collar Chimney Pipe Chase Top Termination Ca...

Страница 24: ... to lift the top off Termination cap pipe and chimney section must overlap 1 1 2 in 38 mm Place waterproof sealer under each flange of the termination cap and on top of each screw to help prevent leaks The last section of pipe must stop between 2 in 51 mm above top of chase and 7 in 178 mm below top of chase 2 in 51 mm 7 in 178 mm Figure 5 14 Installing a TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap Storm Collar Chimne...

Страница 25: ...place systems and termination caps 3 in 76 mm minimum Min Base Dim Min Base Dim Min Top Dim Min Top Dim Min Opening Width Min Opening Width Radiation Shield 14 1 2 in 368 mm maximum height TS345 TR342 TR342 344TV TR 7VK Min Base Dims in 23 x 23 28 x 28 26 x 26 mm 584 x 584 711 x 711 660 x 660 Radiation Shield Required Radiation Shield Not Required Min Top Dims in 20 x 20 25 x 25 23 x 23 mm 508 x 5...

Страница 26: ...nation Cap Chase Top Radiation Shield 3 in 76 mm Radiation Shield Height Termination Cap Figure 65 Roofed Style Shroud Dimensions 3 Roofed Style Shroud Radiation shield required 2 Mailbox Style Shroud Radiation shield required TR342 TR342 344TV Min Base Dims in 26 1 2 x 28 28 x 30 mm 673 x 711 711 x 762 Min Height Above Bottom of Termination Cap in 28 1 4 27 1 2 mm 718 698 Min Opening Width in 20 ...

Страница 27: ... material Non combustible sealant Figure 7 1 Non combustible Facing A Finishing Material Refer to Sections 1 B and Sections 1 C for combustible non combustible materials Refer to Figure 7 1 for non combustible zone Warning Risk of Fire You must maintain clear ances DO NOT cover metal fireplace front with combustible materials Install combustible materials only to specified clearances on top front ...

Страница 28: ...rt a k value to an R value Refer to Table 7 2 for hearth extension insulation alternatives Warning Risk of Fire Hearth extensions are to be installed only as illustrated to prevent high temperatures from occurring on concealed combustible materials Warning Risk of Fire Maintain clearances Framing or finishing material used on the front of the fireplace closer than the minimums listed must be const...

Страница 29: ...e Metal Hearth Strip is required under the front of the fireplace Tile stone or other non combustible material Floor constructed of wood or other combustible material Fireplace Opening 4 in 102 mm min Continuous non combustible sealant 1 2 in Micore Hearth Extension or equivalent insulation Figure 7 4 Hearth Extension Construction warning Risk of Fire A raised hearth extension built flush with the...

Страница 30: ...aming must be constructed of non combustible materials such as metal framing or equivalent material and placed on HX3 s HX4 s or equivalent material When creating the platform allow for the thickness of the non combustible finishing materials Seal gaps between the hearth extension and the front of the fireplace with a bead of non combustible sealant or grout Noncombustible Material Protective Meta...

Страница 31: ...al surfaces the space between the metal face of the fireplace and framing members Combustible Wall 2 x 4 stud wall Standoffs Measured from top of fireplace opening 12 in 305 mm 1 1 2 in 38 mm maximum 12 in 305 mm minimum 6 in 152 mm minimum Combustible Decorative Facing Seal joint with non combustible sealant Non combustible Decorative Facing such as Steel iron brick tile concrete slate glass plas...

Страница 32: ...n 305 mm 11 1 4 in 286 mm FLUSH FRONT 4 in 102 mm BRICK FRONT 5 0 a n g l e 39 angle Grid represents 1 scale Figure 7 11 Mantel Leg Surround or Wall Projection acceptable on both sides of opening E Sidewalls Surrounds Locate adjacent combustible sidewalls a minimum of 12 in 305 mm from fireplace opening Mantle leg surround stub wall whether combustible or non combustible may be constructed as show...

Страница 33: ...shell of fireplace Figure 8 1 Gas Line Installation A Gas Log Lighter Provision Warning Fire and or Asphyxiation Risk Use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only Gas fire generates fumes DO NOT install unvented gas logs Damper must be locked fully open when gas logs are installed A certified gas log lighter or decorative gas log set can be installed in this fireplace Maximum input is...

Страница 34: ... 30 deg FS338 Ceiling Firestop Straight FS339 Ceiling Firestop 15 deg FS340 Ceiling Firestop 30 deg AS8 SL300 Straight Attic Insulation Shield 24 in 610 mm JB877 Chimney Joint Band CB876 Chimney Bracket RF370 Roof Flashing Flat to 6 12 Pitch RF371 Roof Flashing 6 12 to 12 12 Pitch TR344 Round Termination Cap TR342 Round Telescoping Termination Cap ST375 Square Termination Cap TV342 Top Vent Round ...

Страница 35: ...and RF371 Roof Flashing RF370 Roof Flashing JB877 Chimney Joint Band 2 in 51 mm 10 1 2 in 267 mm 24 5 8 in 625 mm 27 3 8 in 695 mm 12 in 305 mm 31 in 787 mm 24 5 8 in 625 mm 12 in 305 mm SL315 SL330 Offset Return Inside Diameter 8 in 203 mm Outside Diameter 10 1 2 in 267 mm Effective Height 4 3 4 in 121 mm 26 in 7 3 4 in CT 3A TR TVK Top Vent Kit Catalog A B FS338 0 deg 14 1 2 in 368 mm FS339 15 d...

Страница 36: ...TS345 TS345P Square Termination Cap 15 3 4 in 400 mm 34 3 4 in 883 mm 32 1 2 in 826 mm 23 in 584 mm 19 in 483 mm 15 5 8 in 397 mm 13 1 4 in 337 mm 18 in 457 mm 16 1 4 in 413 mm 26 1 2 in 673 mm 28 5 8 in 727 mm TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap 22 1 2 in 572 mm 9 1 2 in 241 mm 16 1 2 in 419 mm 9 1 2 in 241 mm TR342 Round Telescoping Termination Cap 34 3 4 in 883 mm 32 1 2 in 826 mm ...

Страница 37: ...tallation Manual Rev A 02 18 15 B A C B C A DTS134 DTS146 DTO134 DTO146 Decorative Caps DTO134 A B C in 34 20 24 mm 864 508 610 DTO146 in 46 22 7 26 mm 1168 576 660 DTS134 A B C in 34 21 18 24 mm 864 538 610 DTS146 in 46 21 18 26 mm 1168 538 660 ...

Страница 38: ...n 13 mm HX3 Hearth Extension B Optional Components LDSCP M Corner Post Kit for custom size Bifold Glass Doors DM1036 DM1042 2 Wire Ties Fastener Pack Outside Air Hood Outside Air Plate Assembly AK24 Outside Air Kit A B C D LDS33 LDS46 Decorative Shroud E D A C B LDS BV Decorative Shroud Catalog A B C D in mm in mm in mm in mm LDS33 36 914 36 914 8 5 216 11 279 LDS46 48 1219 72 1829 8 5 216 11 279 ...

Страница 39: ...39 VCG Royalton Series BE36 42 4044 197 Installation Manual Rev A 02 18 15 Vermont Castings Group 149 Cleveland Drive Paris Kentucky 40361 www vermontcastingsgroup com ...

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