These models meet the EPA Wood Burning Fireplace
Program Phase 2 emission level. NOTE: To ensure proper
replace operation, the catalyst should be replaced at a
minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years.
SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This replace is approved for use as a wood burning re-
place or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS
Z21.60 and Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas
log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard. A FMI PROD-
UCTS, LLC hood must be installed when using a vent-free
log heater (see Accessories, page 21).
This wood burning replace complies with UL127CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
APPLIANCE.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such
as the municipal building department, re department,
etc.) should be contacted before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
loss of life. Refer to this manual
for assistance or additional in-
formation. Consult a qualied
installer or local distributor.
IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this replace.
Before beginning installation of this replace,
read these instructions through completely.
• This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC replace and
its components are safe when installed
according to this installation manual.
Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
components, which have been designed
and tested for the replace system, you
may cause a re hazard.
• The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will
be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
disclaims any responsibility for the following
actions.
a. Modification of the fireplace, com-
ponents, doors, air inlet system and
damper control.
b. Use of any component part not manufac-
tured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC in combination with a FMI PROD-
UCTS, LLC replace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation of
replace. Consult the local building codes as
to the particular requirements concerned with
the installation of all factory built replaces.
WARNING: Do not install a
replace insert in this box unless
the manufacturer's instructions
with the insert specically state
this replace has been tested for
use with this insert.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline
or any other ammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located
out of trafc and away from
furniture and draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other
ammable materials on or near
the appliance.
• Never leave children unattended when a re is burning
in the replace.
WARNING: Use solid wood
or processed solid fuel re logs
only. When processed wood
fuel re logs are used, do not
poke or stir the logs while they
are burning. Use only re logs
that have been evaluated for
the application in replace and
refer to re log warnings and
caution markings on packaging
prior to use.
This replace is not intended to
be used as a substitute for a fur-
nace to heat an entire home. Use
for supplemental heat only.
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SPECIFICATIONS
GAS LINE
0" TO
TOP
SPACERS
0.75"
AIR
SPACE
BACK
AND
SIDES
OUTSIDE
AIR (LEFT
SIDE ONLY)
0" TO
BOTTOM
21"
1" AIRSPACE
TO COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
HEARTH
EXTENSION
8" EACH
SIDE
52" X 16"
29"
ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
NO COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL ON FACE
8.717"
11.217"
COMBUSTIBLE
WALL BOARD
11.435"
NOT LESS
THAN 12" TO
PERPENDICULAR
SIDEWALL
12.5"
RIGHT SIDE
7.092"
LEFT SIDE
8.717"
14.437"
22"
KNOCK
OUTS
9.125"
3.5"
AIR KIT
KNOCK OUT
GAS LINE
KNOCK
OUTS
9.125"
3.5"
14.25"
32.5"
ROUND TOP TERMINATION
SQUARE CHASE-TOP
TERMINATION
41.250"
0.625"
37"
41"
1"
21"
33.813"
8"
35"
1"
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine safest and most efcient location
for replace, you must take into consideration
the following guidelines:
1. Location must allow for proper clearances
(see Figures 1 and 2).
2. Consider a location where replace will
not be affected by drafts, air conditioning
ducts, windows or doors.
3. A location that avoids cutting of joists or
roof rafters will make installation easier.
4. An outside air kit is available with this
replace (see Optional Outside Air Kit on
page 7).
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES
Back and sides of replace 3/4" minimum*
Floor** 0" minimum
Perpendicular wall to opening 14" minimum
Top spacers 0" minimum
Mantel clearances see Mantels, page 6
Chimney outer pipe surface 1" minimum
* Not required at nailing anges
** See step 2 of Framing
WARNING: Do not pack required air spaces with insulation
or other materials.
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height
Minimum height of chimney, measured from
base of replace to ue gas outlet of termination, is 14.5 feet for straight ue or a ue with
one elbow set. Maximum distance between
elbows is 2 feet. For systems with two elbow
sets, minimum height is 22 feet. Maximum
height of any system is 50 feet. This measurement includes replace, chimney sections and
height of termination assembly at level of ue
gas outlet (see Figure 19, page 12).
FRAMING
1. Frame opening for replace using dimensions shown in Figures 1 and 2.
2. If replace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any
combustible material other than wood
ooring, replace must be installed upon
a metal or wood panel extending full width
and depth of replace.
3. Set replace directly in front of this opening and slide unit back until nailing anges
touch side framing.
4. Check level of replace and shim with
sheet metal if necessary.
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing, ember protector must be placed
between hearth extension (not included)
and under bottom front edge of replace
to protect against glowing embers falling
through. If replace is to be installed on
a raised platform, a Z-type ember protector (not included) must be fabricated to
t your required platform height. Ember
protector should extend under replace a
minimum of 1 1/2". Ember protector should
be made of galvanized sheet metal (28
gauge minimum) to prevent corrosion.
6. Using screws or nails, secure replace to
framing through anges located on sides
of replace.
41.75"
41.75"
21.875"
Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions
Maintain 3/4"
Clearance at
Sides and
17.3"
Back of
24.4"
52.2"
3/4" Clearance Not
Required at Nailing Flanges
73.8"
Fireplace
Figure 2 - Corner Installation
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
HEARTH EXTENSION
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of
16" in front of and a minimum of 8" beyond
each side of replace opening is required to
protect combustible oor construction in front
of replace. Fabricate a hearth extension
using a material which meets the following
specications: a layer of noncombustible,
inorganic material having a thermal conductivity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or less) at 1"
thick. For example, if material selected has
a K factor of 0.25, such as glass ber, the
following formula would apply:
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required
0.84
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be
obtained from manufacturer or supplier of
noncombustible material. If hearth extension
is to be covered, use noncombustible material such as tile, slate, brick, concrete, metal,
glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a means
to prevent hearth extension from shifting and
seal gap between replace frame and hearth
extension with a noncombustible material
(see Figure 3).
WARNING: Hearth extension
is to be installed only as shown
in Figure 3.
Fireplace Front
Ember Protector
Seal Gap
NO
Do Not Block Louver
Extension
Fireplace Front
Elevated
Ember Protector
Hearth Extension, Circulating Modes
Fireplace Front
Ember Protector
Fireplace Front
Raised Hearth
Ember Protector
Fireplace Front
Elevated
Seal Gap
Seal Gap
Extension
Seal Gap
Hearth
Hearth
Ember Protector
Hearth Extension, Noncirculating Models
Figure 3 - Hearth Extension
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Ref.
Continued
MANTELS
A mantel may be installed if desired (see
Figures 4 and 5). Woodwork such as wood
trims, mantels or any other combustible
material projecting from front face, must not
be placed within 9" of replace opening and
within 6" of top louver opening. Combustible
materials above 9" and projecting more than
1 1/2" from replace must not be placed less
than 12" from top opening of replace (NFPA
STD 211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).
6"
Ref.
12" Min.
12 1/4" Ref.
33°
3" Nom.
11/2" Max.
Combustible
Material
Safe
Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
12 1/4" Ref.
6"
33°
3" Nom.
12"
Min.
9"
Min.
Fireplace Opening
Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances to
Combustible Material (with Louver)
6"
Min.
Top of
Louvered
Opening
1
1
Max.
/2"
Combustible
Material
Safe Zone For
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
*Note: Drawing
Not To Scale
Upper Section
of Circulating
Fireplace
VENTING INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(MODEL AK4/AK4F)
Installation of an outside air kit should be
performed during rough framing of replace
due to the nature of it's location. Outside combustion air is accessed through a vented crawl
space (AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4).
See Figure 23 on page 15 for instruction of
operating air kit.
CAUTION: Combustion air
inlet ducts shall not terminate
in attic space.
9" Min.
Fireplace Opening
Figure 5 - Mantel Clearances to
Combustible Material (without Louver)
Upper
Section of
Fireplace
The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the ue gas outlet of the
termination.
CHIMNEY PIPE
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system
consists of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48" snaplock, double-wall pipe segments, planned
for maximum adaptability to individual site
requirements. Actual lengths gained after tting overlaps must be taken into consideration
(lineal gain) and are given in lineal gain chart
(see Figure 7, page 7). Lineal gain is actual
measurable length of a part after two or more
parts are connected. For Canada, use chimney parts designated "HT".
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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Secure to Collars with Metal Tape, Screws
or Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20" in size)
Air Inlet
Location
Must Allow
For Bushes
or Snow
12 3/8"
Galvanized
Outer Pipe
8" Stainless
Inner Pipe
Hemmed
End
Air Inlet
Vented Crawl Space
(Check Local Codes
Before Installing in a
Vented Crawl Space)
Figure 6 - Outside Air Kit
Eyebrow
Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation
WARNING: The opening in
collar around chimney at top of
replace must not be obstructed.
Never use blown insulation to ll
chimney enclosure.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Each double wall chimney section consists of
a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel inner ue pipe and a wire spacer. Pipe sections
must be assembled independently as chimney
is installed. When connecting chimney directly
to replace, inner ue pipe section must be
installed rst with lanced side up. Outer pipe
section can then be installed over ue pipe
section with hemmed end up. Press down
on each pipe section until lances securely
engage hem on replace starter. The wire
will assure proper spacing between inner and
outer pipe sections.
Note: For Canada, use chimney parts designated HT.
PART NO.DESCRIPTIONGAIN
36"Fireplace37 1/2"
12-8DM
12-8HT
18-8DM
18-8HT
24-8DM
24-8HT
36-8DM
36-8HT
48-8DM
48-8HT
RT-8DMRound Termination6 7/8"*
RTL-8DMRound Termination7 3/4"*
RTT-8DM
RTTL-8DM
ET-8DMSquare Chase-Top12"*
ETO-8DM
ETL-8DM
ETLO-8DM
* The lineal gain for the terminations is
measured to the ue gas outlet height.
LINEAL GAIN
Pipe Section10 5/8"
Pipe Section16 5/8"
Pipe Section23 5/8"
Pipe Section34 5/8"
Pipe Section46 5/8"
Round Termination
with Slip Section
Round Termination
with Slip Section
Square Chase-Top
with Mesh
Square Chase-Top
with Slip Section
Square Chase-Top
with Mesh & Slip
Section
Figure 7 - Lineal Gain
6 7/8" to
23 1/8"*
8 1/2" to
21 1/2"*
12"*
7" to 15"*
12" to
25 1/2"*
Opening in collar around
chimney at top of replace must
not be obstructed. Never use
blown insulation to ll chimney
enclosure.
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Continued
Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined, making sure that both inner and
outer pipe sections are locked together. When
installing double wall snap-lock chimney together, it is important to assure joint between
chimney sections is locked. Check by pulling
chimney upward after locking. Chimney will
not come apart if properly locked. It is not
necessary to add screws to keep chimney together (exception - see Figure 10, page 9).
USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-8DM)
1. To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48"
length of double wall pipe (see offset chart
and Figure 8).
Note: For systems with 2 elbow sets, mini-
mum height is 22 feet. Maximum height
for any system is 50 feet.
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on
return elbow. Straps must be securely
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 9,
details A and B on page 9).
3. Maximum length of pipe between supports
(return elbow or 12S-8DM) is 6' of angle
run. Maximum of two 6' angle run sections
per chimney system (see Figure 8).
4. All pipe connections between offset and
return must be secured with two screws
on outer pipe only (see Figure 10, page
Firestop spacers are required at each point
where chimney penetrates a floor space.
Their purpose is to establish and maintain
required clearance between chimney and
combustible materials. When pipe passes
through a framed opening into a living space
above, restop must be placed onto ceiling
from below as shown in Figure 11.
They also provide complete separation from
one oor space to another or attic space as
required by most codes. When double wall
pipe passes through a framed opening into
an attic space, restop must be placed into
an attic oor as shown in Figure 12.
If area above is a living space, install
restop below framed hole.
Figure 11 - Firestop Spacer with Living
Space Above Ceiling
If area above is an attic or insulated area,
install restop above framed hole.
Figure 12 - Firestop Spacer with Attic
Space Above Ceiling
PENETRATING ROOF
To maintain a 1" clearance to pipe on a roof with
a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut.
1. Determine center point where pipe will
penetrate roof.
2. Determine center point of roof. Pitch is
the distance the roof drops over a given
span, usually 12". A 6/12 pitch means that
the roof drops 6" for each 12" measure
horizontally down from roof rafters.
3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 13) to
determine correct opening length and
ashing required.
4. Remove shingles around opening measured. Cut out this section.
5. Add next sections of pipe until end
penetrates roof line. Check to see that
proper clearances are maintained. Extend
chimney by adding sections of double wall
pipe until pipe is minimum of 30" above
highest point of roof cutout. Termination
and chimney must extend a minimum of
36" above highest point where it passes
through roof.
Minimum Measurements
14 3/8"
(36.5 cm)
PitchSlope Opening
Flat0°15"V6F-8DM
0-6/1226.6°16 1/8"V6F-8DM
6/12- 12/12 45.0°20 3/8"V12F-8DM
1"
(2.5
cm)
1"
(2.5
cm)
"A" Max.
30"
(76.2 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
Opening "A"
Used Flashing
Model No.
Figure 13 - Roof Opening Measurements
FLASHING INSTALLATION (V6F-8DM
OR V12F-8DM)
Determine ashing to be used with roof opening chart. Slide ashing over pipe until base is
at against roof. Replace as many shingles as
needed to cover exposed area and ashing
base. Secure in position by nailing through
shingles (see Figure 14, page 11). DO NOT
NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE.
Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof
When installing ashing on a metal roof, it
is required that putty tape be used between
ashing and roof. Flashing must be secured
to roof using #8 x 3/4" screws and then sealed
with roof coating to prevent leakage through
screw holes. A roof coating must also be applied around perimeter of ashing to provide
a proper seal.
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Continued
Storm Collar
Flashing
Cone
Nail Only
Outer
Perimeter
of Flashing
Underlap Shingles
at Bottom
Figure 14 - Flashing Installation
Storm Collar Installation (SC1 or SC2)
Place storm collar over pipe and slide down
until it is snug against open edge of ashing
(see Figure 15). Use SC1 for all round terminations and SC2 for all terminations with
slip sections. Apply waterproof caulk around
perimeter of collar to provide a proper seal.
Chimney
Pipe
Storm
Collar
Figure 15 - Storm Collar
Terminations/Spark Arrestor
Fireplace system must be terminated with
listed round top or chase terminations. In any
case, refer to installation instructions supplied
with termination. Terminations approved for
this replace are RT-8DM and RTL-8DM that
can be used for ashing or chase and ET-8DM, ETO-8DM, ETL-8DM and ETLO-8DM for
chase style termination only. Figure 16 shows
an RTL-8DM round top termination.
Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides Only
Waterproof
Caulk
Flashing
Terminations with 16" slip pipe sections are
available. RTT-8DM and RTTL-8DM are
approved for flashing installations. When
needed, these adjustable terminations may
be used in combination with pipe assembly
to achieve correct chimney height.
Note: In rare instance there is a problem with
side driven rain or wind or chimney is not drafting properly, an ADS-8DM (Anti-Draft Shield)
can be used with round terminations.
Attach Bracket
Tabs to
Outer Pipe
(3 Places)
Secure with
Screws
Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides
Figure 16 - Termination
RTL-8DM
Level of
Flue Gas
Outlet
Caulk
Collar
Flashing
Underlap Shingles
Bottom Only
CHASE INSTALLATIONS
Instructions for chase installations are included with chase style termination chosen. In a
multiple chase installation, be sure to provide
adequate distance between terminations to
prevent smoke spillage from one termination
to another. We suggest that terminations be
separated at least 24", center to center and
stacked at a vertical height difference of 18"
(see Figure 17).
Note: If a decorative shroud is to be installed,
contact manufacturer for specications.
CAUTION: Do not seal open-
ings on the rooftop ashing. Fol-
18" MIN. TYP.
low the installation instructions
provided with the termination
being used.
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24" MIN.
24" MIN.
Figure 17 - Multiple Chase Installation
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VENTING INSTALLATION
OF
Continued
10 FOOT RULE
All ue gas outlet chimney terminations must
extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above
highest point where it passes through roof and
must be at least 2 feet above highest point of
the roof that is within a horizontal distance of
10 feet (see Figure 18).
10'
2' Min.
Level of
Flue Gas
Outlet
10'
3' Min.
FINISHING THE FIREPLACE
Combustible materials, such as wallboard,
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,
etc. may make direct contact with sides and
top around the replace face. It is important
that combustible materials do not overlap face
itself. Brick, glass, tile or other noncombustible
materials may overlap front face provided
they do not obstruct essential openings such
as louvered slots. When overlapping with
a noncombustible facing material, use only
noncombustible mortar or adhesive.
Figure 18 - 10 Foot Rule
EFFECTIVE HEIGHT
OF TERMINATION CAP
14.5 FT.
MINIMUM
HEIGHT
2' Min.
EFFECTIVE HEIGHT
OF TERMINATION CAP
14.5 FT.
MINIMUM
HEIGHT
UP TO
6FT. MAX.
3' Min.
EFFECTIVE HEIGHT
OF TERMINATION CAP
MAX. HEIGHT
50 FT.
(ANY SYSTEM)
UP TO
6FT. MAX.
30E-8DM
EFFECTIVE HEIGHT
OF TERMINATION CAP
MIN. HEIGHT
OF 22 FT. (WITH
2 ELBOW SETS)
MAX. HEIGHT
50 FT.
30E-8DM
Figure 19 - Typical Residential Installations
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PUREFIRE HOOD INSTALLATION
1. The PureFire hood supplied with this replace is packaged in a separate box and
placed in the rebox during shipping.
2. Remove hood from box.
3. Lift the hood up into the replace at an
angle with the rear facing up. Set the
front section of the hood on the refractory
brackets. Then tilt the rear toward the back
of the replace so the hood is resting on
refractory brackets (see Figure 20). The
rear of the hood will be touching the rear
of the replace.
OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION
Gas line hook up should be done by your
supplier or a qualied service person.
Note: Before you proceed, make sure your
gas supply is turned off.
Use only a 1/2" black iron pipe and appropriate ttings.
1. Remove knockout indentation on refractory or rebrick wall located above refractory
hearth oor. Knockout indentation must
be rmly tapped with any solid object,
such as a 1/2" dowel, until it is released.
Remove fragmented portions of refractory
(see Figure 21).
Outside of
Fireplace
Gas Line
Conduit
Insulation
Gas
Conduit
Cover
Figure 21 - Gas Line Knockout
2. Remove gas line cover plate located on
either side of replace and pull out insulation from gas line conduit sleeve. Save
insulation for reuse.
Side
Firebrick
Finished
Side
1/2" Dowel
Refractory
Knockout
Plug
Refractory
Retainer
Figure 20 - Installing PureFire Hood
3. Run a 1/2" black iron gas line into replace
through rear at gas line conduit sleeve (if
using a raised platform, add height). Provide
sufcient gas line into replace chamber for
tting connection (see Figure 22).
Outside of
Fireplace
Gas
Line
Conduit
Repack
Insulation
Figure 22 - Gas Line Installation
Note: Secure incoming gas line to wood
framing to provide rigidity for threaded end.
4. Repack insulation around gas line and into
sleeve opening. Seal any gaps between
gas line and refractory knockout hole with
refractory cement or commercial furnace
cement. Install gas appliance or cap off
gas line if desired.
Incoming
1/2" Black
Iron Pipe
Seal
Opening
with
Refractory
Cement
Provide Enough Threaded
End for Fitting Connection
Hood
Side
Firebrick
Finished
Side
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OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION
Continued
CAUTION: All gas piping and
connections must be tested for
leaks after installation is com-
pleted. After ensuring that gas
valve is on, apply soap and water
solution to all connections and
joints. Bubbles forming show a
leak. Correct all leaks at once.
DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME
FOR LEAK TESTING AND DO
NOT OPERATE ANY APPLIANCE
IF A LEAK IS DETECTED. LEAK
TESTING SHOULD BE DONE
BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSON.
Note: A FMI PRODUCTS, LLC hood must be
installed when using an unvented gas log set
(see Accessories on page 21).
WARNING: Do not operate
an unvented gas log set in this
replace with chimney removed.
If you install a decorative gas appliance
(vented gas log), decorative gas appliance
must comply with the Standard for Decorative
Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel
Burning Fireplaces, ANS Z21.60 or Z21.84
and shall also be installed in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 7223NFPA
54 latest edition.
WARNING: To avoid the risk
of damaging the replace materials and increasing the risk of
spreading a re, do not use the
replace to cook or warm food.
WARNING: If the replace
has been used for wood burning, rebox and chimney must
be cleaned of soot, creosote and
ashes be a qualied chimney
cleaner. Creosote will ignite if
heavily heated.
WARNING: When using a dec-
orative vented gas log, damper
must be removed or permanently
locked in fully open position and
glass doors must be in fully open
position.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
GLASS DOORS
Glass doors are optional with this replace.
When replace is in operation, doors must
be fully opened or fully closed position only
or a re hazard may be created (see Figure
23, page 15).
A replace equipped with glass doors operates much differently than a replace with an
open front. A replace with glass doors has a
limited amount of air for combustion. Excessive heat within replace can result if too large
a re is built or if combustion air gate is not
completely open.
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The following tips should be used to assure
that both fireplace and glass door retain
their beauty and function properly. Both
ue damper and glass doors must be fully
opened before starting a re. This will provide
sufcient combustion air and maintain safe
temperatures in rebox.
IMPORTANT: Glass must be allowed to
warm slowly and evenly. Tempered glass
will withstand a gradual temperature rise to
550° F, which is more than a normal re will
generate. Such materials as pitch/wax laden
logs, very dry mill end lumber and large
amounts of paper or cardboard boxes can
create an excessively hot re and should not
be burned in this replace. Always keep re
back from doors and never allow ames to
contact glass.
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Continued
WARNING: Fireplaces
equipped with glass doors
should be operated only with
doors fully opened or doors fully
closed. Doors, if left partly open,
may draw gas and ame out of
the replace opening creating
risks of both re and smoke.
Doors Fully Closed
Fireplace Front
Doors Fully Opened
Fireplace Front
Figure 23 - Glass Doors
Cleaning Glass
Clean glass with any commercial glass
cleaner or soap and water. Do not use any
abrasive material to clean glass. Do not clean
glass with any cool water if glass is still hot
from re and smoke.
A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed
for the purpose of installing a vented or ventfree decorative gas appliance incorporating an
automatic shutoff device and complying with
the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances
for Installation in Vented Fireplaces, ANSI
Z21.60 or American Gas Association draft
requirements for Gas Fired Log Lighters for
Wood Burning Fireplaces, Draft NO. 4 dated
August, 1993.
If you wish to install an unvented (vent-free)
gas log set, only unvented gas log sets which
have been found to comply with the standard
for unvented room heaters, ANSI Z21.11.2 are
to be installed in this replace.
OUTSIDE AIR AND DAMPER
HANDLE OPERATION
Damper handle, which opens and closes
damper blade, is located in upper front face
of replace. Pushing handle into left of keyway slot will free damper blade to automatically open. Pushing handle into right will lock
damper blade closed (see Figure 24).
Outside air kit handle is located at left hand
side of fireplace (see Figure 24). Pulling
handle out will free outside air door to open.
Pushing handle in will lock door closed.
WARNING: Risk of re! Replace grate with FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC model 125186-01 only. This
grate has been designed to keep
the operation of your replace
safe and efcient.
For further operating guidelines, instructions and warranty information, please refer to your homeowner's guide or contact
your authorized dealer.
Damper
Handle
OPEN
Outside Air
Kit Handle
Figure 24 - Damper and Air Kit Handle
Handle
Retainer
Keyway
Slot
CLOSE
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PUREFIRE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
This replace is equipped with a PureFire
Emission Control System. The Catalytic
Hood system reduces particulates emissions
in a wood burning replace to meet the EPA
Wood-Burning Fireplace Program Phase 2
emission level.
The EPA qualifying label, shown below, will be
afxed to the catalyst. Before lighting the rst
re, remove and maintain this label in a safe
place if needed for permits or building inspection. Prior to beginning installation, contact
your local building ofcial to determine the
need to obtain a permit. For proper operation,
catalyst must be replace every 3 to 5 years.
FUELING GUIDELINES
The replace grate must always be secured to
the retaining brackets provided. The position
of the grate must be centered against the back
wall of the rebox.
Burn only dry, seasoned (cured) wood with
less than 20% moisture. Avoid the use of
treated, painted and laminated wood. Never
burn garbage or other foreign materials. Do
not use articial logs, colored newspaper or
petroleum based re starters. Avoid wood with
high salt content. All of these materials may
contain compounds which can shorten the
life of the catalyst. Wet or unseasoned wood
may lower catalytic temperatures and result
in inefcient operation.
The catalyst is designed to function at optimum efciency when the replace is burning
clean, dry, cord wood as replace fuel. A
simple visual inspection of the chimney during the wood burning process will determine
catalyst performance.
The fuel load should always be placed on
the back of the grate. Use clean dry wood,
seasoned cord wood is the best choice.
Never burn trash, plastics, gasoline, rubber,
industrial solvents, ammable liquids, naptha,
household garbage, material treated with
petroleum products, leaves, paper products,
cardboard or salt driftwood.
Refer to your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Home-
owner's Guide included with your replace for
proper re building technique and ash removal
procedures. These fueling guidelines must be
followed in order to achieve maximum emissions performance from the PureFire System.
OPERATION
The proper use of a wood burning replace
equipped with the catalyst will signicantly
reduce the emissions that it produces. Simple
fuel considerations with regard to moisture
content, size, and quality of fuel will help
control the production of wood smoke and
improve the performance of the catalyst and
fireplace efficiency. With proper care, the
catalyst will provide years of fuel savings
and lowered emissions. By following some
simple guidelines, you will ensure maximum
performance and longevity.
PHASE 2 QUALIFIED
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Wood-burning Fireplace Program
Phase 2 Qualified models are cleaner and pollute less than those models that
have not met this emissions level. Exposure to smoke has been associated with
respiratory illness and other health problems. Models that have lower smoke
emissions may reduce your risk.
For more information go to www.epa.gov/burnwise
FIREPLACE
SMOKE EMISSIONS RANGE
Lower Emissions
0
Better
5.1
4.8
Fireplaces with lower emissions produce less smoke when installed and operated properly.
MANUFACTURER: FMI Products, LLC
MODEL NO: CCAT36 36" Woodburning Fireplace
PARTICLE EMISSIONS: 4.8 GRAMS/KG OF WOOD BURNED
* EPA has determined, based on testing by an accredited independent laboratory and a certification
of conformity by a nationally recognized certification body, that this model qualifies at the Phase 2
emissions level for U.S. EPA's Voluntary Fireplace Program.
THIS MODEL
For proper operation, catalyst must be replaced every 3 to 5 years.
Higher Emissions
EPA PHASE 2 EMISSIONS LEVEL
Worse
12.0
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PUREFIRE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Continued
The smoke that is usually seen coming out
of a chimney is essentially a combination of
unburned fuel (carbon and hydrogen) and
moisture in the form of water vapor. The catalyst is a technology that provides secondary
combustion for the wood burning process.
MAINTENANCE
The PureFire System is a maintenance free
technology. Do not attempt to remove or clean
the combustor. The direct ame from the re
will clean the combustor. Only a certified
technician should remove the unit. To ensure
proper replace operation, the PureFire System should be replaced every 3 to 5 years
(see Parts on page 17).
NOTE: Chimney smoke may be visible during
the rst 8 to 10 minutes of replace operation
when the re is rst getting started and the
nal 8 to 10 minutes of operation while the re
is dissipating. Under normal operating conditions, you should see little or no smoke coming
out of the chimney. If continuous smoke is
visible, make sure only dry seasoned wood
is being burned. If visible smoke continues,
the combustor has ceased to function or there
is thermal crumbling. Call FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for replacement parts.
WARRANTY
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty obligations
for the PureFire Emissions Control System
are limited to the terms set forth below.
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warrants to the
consumer who purchases a new solid fuel
burning replace containing a PureFire Emissions Control System as a new component,
to replace the catalyst at no charge should
it cease to function within three years from
the date of purchase. The PureFire Catalytic
Component is designed to perform efciently
for three years of replace operation. ONLY
recommended fuels should be burned. Follow the fueling directions in manufacturers
operation manual. For warranty purposes,
proof of replace purchases is required. Labor
for removal and/or installation of the catalytic
component is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
Neither FMI PRODUCTS, LLC nor the dealer
who sells the PureFire Emissions Control
System is responsible for indirect, incidental,
special, punitive or consequential damages
arising out of the improper use of this product
or the continued use of this product beyond
the required replacement period.
VCCAT36H/VCCAT36LH
Left - 108164-01
Right - 108165-01
Rear - 108166-01
Bottom Rear - 108167-01
Bottom Front - 108168-01
CCAT36H/CCAT36LH
Left - 108164-02
Right - 108165-02
Rear - 108166-02
Bottom Rear - 108167-02
Bottom Front - 108168-02
TECHNICAL SERVICE
You may have further questions about
installation, operation, or troubleshooting.
If so, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at
1-866-328-4537. When calling please have
your model and serial numbers of your
heater ready.
STANDARD BRICK LINER
VCCAT36(I)/VCCAT36L(I)
Left - 106658-01
Right - 106659-01
Rear - 106660-01
Bottom Rear 106661-01
Bottom Front 106662-01
CCAT36(I)/CCAT36L(I)
Left - 106658-02
Right - 106659-02