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8.  Chimney Fire

In the event of a chimney fire
•  Have the chimney and adjacent structure inspected 

by qualified professionals.Vermont Castings Group 

recommends that NFI or CSIA certified professionals, 

or  technicians  under  the  direction  of  certified 

professionals, conduct a minimum of an 

NFPA 211 

Level 2 

inspection of the chimney.

•  Replace components of the chimney and fireplace 

as specified by the professionals.

•  Ensure  all  joints  are  properly  engaged  and  the 

chimney is properly secured.

 WARNING! 

Risk of Fire! 

A chimney fire can perma

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nently  damage  your  chimney  system.  Failure  to  re

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place damaged components and make proper repairs 

can cause a structure fire.

7.  Over-Firing Your Fireplace

 WARNING! 

Risk of Fire! 

Do not over-fire.

Over-firing  may  ignite  creosote  or  will  damage  the 

fireplace and chimney.

Symptoms of over-firing may include one or more of the 

following:
•  chimney connector or fireplace glowing

•  roaring, rumbling noises

•  loud cracking or banging sounds

•  metal warping

•  chimney fire

To prevent over-firing your fireplace. DO NOT:

•  use flammable liquids

•  overload with wood

•  burn trash or large amounts of scrap lumber 
•  permit too much air to the fire

2. Grate

This fireplace is designed to be used with the supplied 

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 safety. 

 WARNING! 

Risk of Fire! DO NOT 

burn fireplace with

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out refractory. Use only refractory supplied by Vermont 

Castings Group.

4. Firescreen

The  firescreen  is  provided  to  control  sparks.  Keep  it 

closed when the fireplace in use.

 WARNING! 

Risk of Fire or Burns!

•  Screen will not prevent burning materials from falling 

out.

•  Screen pulls or handles may be hot.

5.  Flue Damper

The flue damper must be in the fully opened position 

during operation of the fireplace.

 WARNING! 

Risk of Fire and Asphyxiation! 

Open 

damper prior to operating fireplace. A closed damper 

overfires the fireplace and spills smoke and flames 

into the room.

6.  Glass Doors

Glass doors are optional.

 WARNING! 

Risk of Fire! 

Install ONLY doors approved 

by Vermont Castings Group.

 WARNING! 

Risk of Fire and Smoke! 

Fireplace 

equipped  with  doors  should  be  operated  only  with 

doors fully open or doors fully closed. If doors are left 

partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the 

fireplace opening.

VCG Sovereign Series • SA36/42C Owners Manual • 4010-263 • Rev A • 02/18/15

Содержание SA36C

Страница 1: ...ot 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 ...

Страница 2: ... 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 4 Fan Kit 10 C Fuel 11 1 Hardwood vs Softwood 11 2 Moisture content 11 3 Seasoning 12 4 Storing Wood 12 5 Burning Process...

Страница 3: ...the utmost in safety and reliability 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 fireplace ...

Страница 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 o...

Страница 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...

Страница 6: ...rate an automatic shutoff device and must be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code Z223 1 Latest edition Warning Do Not operate an unvented gas log set in this fireplace with the chimney removed VCG Sovereign Series SA36 42C Owners Manual 4010 263 Rev A 02 18 15 A Appliance Certification This fireplace may be installed in sleeping rooms This fireplace is not approved for installa...

Страница 7: ...on 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 materials Wood Compres...

Страница 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...

Страница 9: ...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 Close Open Flue Damper Control Section 2 F Outside Air Kit Control Section 2 I Figure 3 2 General Operating Parts Caution If you expe...

Страница 10: ...CORRECT Figure 3 3 Operating Positions of Bi fold Doors 4 Fan Kit Fan kit is optional Refer to instructions included with fan kit Refer to Figure 3 2 for location and operation of control The outside air kit supplies some combustion air for your fireplace Move handle to left to open It may help reduce the effects of negative air pressure Close the inlet to prevent cold drafts when the fireplace is...

Страница 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...

Страница 12: ...he 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 C...

Страница 13: ...u 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 piece...

Страница 14: ...spection by qualified technician recommended Check condition of doors surrounds and fronts condition of glass and glass assembly obstructions of combustion and ventilation air obstructions of termination cap Clean glass air passageways grilles Warning Risk of Fire Ignited creosote is extremely HOT Prevent creosote buildup B Creosote Chimney Cleaning Frequency As needed at least annually before lig...

Страница 15: ...ntainer metal shovel fireplace broom Warning Risk of Fire Do not remove ashes until the fire is out and 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 other...

Страница 16: ...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...

Страница 17: ...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...

Страница 18: ...utside 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 Sovereign Series SA36 42C Owners Manual 4010 263 Rev A 02 18 15 ...

Страница 19: ...11 3 Drywall Flange SRV29238 4 Front Face Top or Bottom SRV29901TB 5 Upper Grille Assembly SRV7010 080TB 6 Glass Support Top or Bottom SRV30568TB 7 Smoke Shield SRV31191TB 8 Column Right or Left SRV29899TB 9 Hearth Filler SRV30331TB 10 Lower Grille Assembly SRV4010 081TB 11 Grate GR18 Grate Clip Qty 2 req SRV28062 Additional service parts on following page 2 15 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 4 4 6 9 10 11 12 VCG S...

Страница 20: ...irescreen Handle Qty 2 req SRV10002 Firescreen Rod Qty 2 req SRV12052 Junction Box SRV21878 12 Nailing Flange Qty 4 req SRV31190 Outside Air Kit AK22 Refractory Retainer Qty 3 req SRV11847 Smoke Diverter SRV30559 Strip Protector Qty 2 req SRV18320 Upper Door Track SRV15425TB Installation Manual 4010 262 Owner s Manual 4010 263 13 1 Hearth Refractory SRV29993 13 2 Back Refractory SRV29992 13 3 Side...

Страница 21: ...e SRV28388 4 Front Face Top or Bottom SRV29902TB 5 Upper Grille Assembly SRV4010 082TB 6 Glass Support Top or Bottom SRV30569TB 7 Smoke Shield SRV35221TB 8 Column Right or Left SRV29899TB 9 Hearth Filler SRV30332TB 10 Lower Grille Assembly SRV4010 081TB 11 Grate GR19 Grate Clip Qty 2 req SRV28062 Additional service parts on following page 2 15 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 4 4 6 9 10 11 12 VCG Sovereign Series SA...

Страница 22: ...irescreen Handle Qty 2 req SRV10002 Firescreen Rod Qty 2 req SRV28404 Junction Box SRV21878 12 Nailing Flange Qty 4 req SRV31190 Refractory Retainer Qty 3 req SRV11847 Smoke Baffle Right SRV35329 Smoke Baffle Left SRV35330 Strip Protector Qty 2 req SRV18320 Upper Door Track SRV15427TB Installation Manual 4010 262 Owner s Manual 4010 263 13 1 Hearth Refractory SRV28391 13 2 Back Refractory SRV28394...

Страница 23: ...6S Louver Trim Kit Stainless Steel Gas Inserts Gas Log Sets Gas Log Lighters Wood burning Inserts Grand Vista Cabinet Style Mesh Door GV36BK GV42BK Gasketed Cabinet Style Doors GGD36BK GGD42BK VCG Sovereign Series SA36 42C Owners Manual 4010 263 Rev A 02 18 15 ...

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