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BFC36 Balanced Flue Heat-Circulating Fireplace
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Safety Information
Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace
IMPORTANT:
Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Description
The BFC36 fireplace is a solid fuel, woodburning fireplace.
The BFC36 is a balanced flue (closed combustion) heat-
circulating fireplace which receives outside combustion air
through the chimney system. This unique system results
in much higher efficiency since valuable room air is not
used for combustion.
The BFC36 is a decorative fireplace which provides effi-
cient supplemental heat compared to other wood burning
fireplaces. It should not be used as a primary source of
heat.
CAUTION:
Overloading the firebox with wood may result
in overfiring and damage to refractory components, the
grate and doors.
Precautions
Vermont Castings Group fireplaces and component parts
have been thoroughly tested and will operate safely when
installed in accordance with instructions provided in this
manual. Carefully read and understand all instructions
before
beginning installation.
If you notice any damage to fireplace or component parts,
immediately report damage to your Vermont Castings
Group dealer.
Only use Vermont Castings Group components or the war-
ranty will be voided and a fire hazard may be created.
Vermont Castings Group warranty will be voided by and
Vermont Castings Group disclaims any responsibility for
the following actions:
•
Installation by any other than a qualified installer,
preferably NFI or WETT (Canada) certified.
•
Installation of any damaged fireplace or chimney
component;
•
Modification of fireplace, chimney assembly or
any component parts thereof;
(except for chase
flashings as detailed in Vermont Castings Group
Chimney Top installation instructions).
•
Installation other than as instructed by Vermont
Castings Group; or
•
Installation and/or use of any component part
not manufactured or approved by Vermont Cast-
ings Group in combination or assembly with a
Vermont Castings Group fireplace system, not-
withstanding any independent testing laboratory
or other third party approval of such component
parts or accessory.
Any such action may possibly cause a fire hazard.
Consult local building codes to ensure that you are in
compliance
before
installing the fireplace.
This fireplace and chimney system must be vented to the
out-of-doors.
Do not obstruct or modify air inlets/outlets in any
manner.
Do not install combustible materials on any of the black
fireplace surround.
Burn only solid wood fuel or gas logs.
The BFC36 is intended for operation only with the
doors closed.
Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other prod-
ucts not specified for use with this fireplace.
Drafts
The fireplace should not be located in areas that create
drafts (ie: frequently opened doors and central heating
air inlets/outlets) that hamper the normal flow of air into
the fire.
Gas Logs
If you plan to install a gas log, the gas line should be in-
stalled before framing the fireplace. The gas line must be
installed by a certified gas line installer.
Proposition 65 Warning:
Fuels used in gas, wood-
burning or oil fired appliances, and the products of
combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
and other reproductive harm.
California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6
WARNING: Check with your electronics manufacturer
before installing a television or other electronic de-
vice above this fireplace.
