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VCG Biltmore Series • SB100 • 4013-303 Installers Manual • Rev A • 02/19/15
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Table of Contents
1 Product Specific & Important Safety Information
A. Fireplace Certification
4
B. Non-Combustible Materials
4
C. Combustible Materials
4
2 Getting Started
A. Typical Fireplace System
5
B. Design and Installation Considerations
6
1. Selecting Fireplace Locations
6
2. Locating Fireplace & Chimney
7
C. Tools and Supplies Needed
8
D. Inspect Fireplace and Components
8
E. Fireplace System Requirements
8
3 Framing and Clearances
A. Fireplace Dimensions
9
B. Clearances
10
Minimum Clearances to Combustibles
10
C. Construct the Chase
11
D. Unpack the Refractory & Fireplace
12
E. Frame the Fireplace
13
F. Secure and Level the Fireplace
13
G. Protective Metal Hearth Strips
14
H. Outside Air Kit
15
4 Chimney and Termination Requirements
A. Chimney Requirements
17
B. Offsets/Returns
18
C. Termination Requirements
19
5 Chimney Installation
A. Typical Chimney System
20
B. Assemble Chimney Sections
21
C. Install Chimney Air Kit (optional)
21
D. Secure Offset/Return
22
E. Install Ceiling Firestops
22
F. Install Attic Insulation Shield
23
G. Roof Penetration
24
H. Install Chase/Chase Top
24
I. Termination Cap Requirements
25
J. Install Termination Cap
25
6 Shrouds
A. Radiation Shield
27
B. Field Constructed Shrouds
27
1. Open Top Shroud
27
2. Mailbox Style Shroud
28
3. Roofed Style Shroud
28
7 Finishing
A. Finishing Material
29
B. Hearth Extension, Building and Finishing
30
1. Fireplace Installed Flush on the Floor
and Hearth Extension Raised to Bottom
of Firebox Opening
31
2. Raised Hearth Extension and Raised Fireplace
32
3. Fireplace Opening and Hearth Extension Flush
with the Floor
33
C. Non-Combustible Sealant Material
33
D. Mantel and Wall Projections
34
E. Sidewalls/Surrounds
35
8 Fireplace Setup
A. Install Refractory
36
B. Gas Log/Lighter Provision
38
C. Wood Burning Inserts
38
9 Reference Materials
A. Chimney Components
39
B. Optional Components
42