FMI DVF36TCR, DVF36TCL, DVF36TCRP, DVF36TCLP Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
DIRECT-VENT CORNER UNIT FIREPLACE
PFS
USC
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
®
Right Side Corner
Model Shown
NATURAL GAS MODELS
(V)DVF36TCR(E) AND (V)DVF36TCL(E)
(V)DVF36TCR(-HA) AND (V)DVF36TCL(-HA)
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS
(V)DVF36TCRP(E) AND (V)DVF36TCLP(E)
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
lowed exactly, a re or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
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Safety Information ............................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dimensions .......................................................... 5
Pre-Installation Preparation ................................. 6
General Venting ................................................... 8
Requirements for the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts................................................... 10
Venting Installation Instructions ..........................11
Installation ......................................................... 19
Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment ................ 24
Burner Flame Adjustment .................................. 25
SAFETY INFORMATION
Cleaning and Maintenance ................................ 26
Operating Fireplace ........................................... 27
Specications .................................................... 29
Troubleshooting ................................................. 30
Wiring Diagrams ................................................ 32
Service Hints ..................................................... 33
Technical Service............................................... 33
Replacement Parts ............................................ 33
Parts and Accessories ....................................... 33
Warranty Information ...........................Back Cover
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al-
teration, service or main-
tenance can cause injury
or property damage. Refer
to this manual for correct
installation and operational procedures. For assis-
tance or additional infor-
mation consult a qualied
installer, service agency
or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be in-
stalled in an aftermarket,*
permanently located,
manufactured (mobile)
home, where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for
use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating
plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use
with other gases, unless
a certied kit is used.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for
purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
This Direct-Vent Gas Fire-
place Fireplace series
is intended for use with
natural or propane/LP
gas only. Do not attempt
to burn any solid fuels in
these appliances.
State of Massachusetts:
The installation must
be made by a licensed
plumber or gas tter in
the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
WARNING: This product con-
tains and/or generates chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer or birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this replace.
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s
manual carefully and completely
before trying to assemble, operate or service this replace.
Improper use of this replace
can cause serious injury or
death from burns, re, explosion, electrical shock and carbon
monoxide poisoning.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning may lead to death!
Before beginning the installation of the 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) Modication of the replace, components,
doors, air inlet system and damper control.
b) Use of any component part not manufactured
or approved by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC in
combination with a FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
replace system.
c) Installation and/or operation in a manner
other than instructed in this manual.
d) Burning of anything other than the type of
gas approved for use in this gas appliance.
This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or
in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
The installation must conform to local codes, or in
the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel
Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
This replace complies with the National Safety
Standards and is listed and tested by PFS Corporation to ANSI Z21.50/CSA 2.22 standard as vented
gas replace.
Proper installation is the most important step in
ensuring safe and continuous operation of the
replace. Consult the local building codes as to
the particular requirements concerned with the
installation of all factory built replaces.
use a millivolt gas control valve with a millivolt
ignition system.
Modles (V)DVF36TCRE, (V)DVF36TCRPE, (V)
DVF36TCLE and (V)DVF36TCLPE use a direct
spark ignition with a 24 VAC control module.
All models have HI/LO valve that controls the
ame height.
Fan Kit models DVFFBK are available for these
units as an option. If you are uncertain as to what
gas your unit is equipped for, please check the
rating plate located in the interior of the appliance
opening or consult your local distributor of FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC products.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of
carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the u, with
headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these
signs, the replace may not be working properly.
Get fresh air at once! Have replace serviced.
Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide
than others. These include pregnant women, people
with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the
inuence of alcohol and those at high altitudes.
Natural and Propane/LP Gas: Natural and propane/
LP gas are odorless. An odor-making agent is added
to the gas. The odor helps you detect a gas leak.
However, the odor added to the gas can fade. Gas
may be present even though no odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all warnings.
Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to
safe and proper operation of this replace.
WARNING: Any change to
this replace or it’s controls can
be dangerous. Do not modify
this replace under any circumstances. Any parts removed for
servicing must be replaced prior
to operating replace.
WARNING: Do not use a
blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not approved for use with this replace.
NOTICE: Decorative product not
for use as a heating appliance.
This replace must be installed by a qualied (certied or licensed) service person. It has a sealed
gas combustion chamber that uses a millivolt gas
control valve with a millivolt ignition system.
Models (V)DVF36TCR, (V)DVF36TCRP, (V)
DVF36TCL and (V)DVF36TCLP are direct-vent
replaces with sealed combustion chambers that
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WARNING: This appliance
is only for use with the type of
gas indicated on the rating plate.
This appliance is not convertible
for use with other gases unless
a certied kit is used.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued
WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the replace.
Avoid any drafts that alter burner ame patterns.
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 material on or near the
appliance. Never place any objects on the appliance.
Do not use this replace to cook food or burn paper or other ammable material.
This replace reaches high temperatures. Keep children and adults
away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Fireplace
will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surface to cool
before touching.
Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with
replace.
Keep the area around your replace clear of combustible materials,
gasoline and other ammable vapor or liquids. Do not run replace
where these are used or stored.
1. For propane/LP replace, do not place pro-
pane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure.
Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors.
To prevent performance problems, do not
use propane/LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs.
capacity.
2. If you smell gas
• shut off gas supply
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• do not try to light any appliance
• do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building
• immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions
• if you cannot reach you gas supplier, call the
re department.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
FRONT VIEW
30"
(Opening)
25"
19
7
/8"
(Opening)
RIGHT SIDE
1 7/8"
22
5
/8"
41
1
/8"
32"(Opening)
1
7
/8"
39
3
/4"
26
3
/8"
3"
1"
3
1
/2"
22
5
/8"
34
3
/4"
3"
BACK VIEWTOP VIEW
(Left Side)
(Right Side)
(Front)
(Back)
24"
10
1
/2"
1
1
/2"ø 1 1/2"ø
10
1
/2"
11
15
/16"
Continued
3. Never install the replace
• in a recreational vehicle
• in windy or drafty areas where curtains or
other combustible (ammable) objects can
make contact with the replace front
• in high trafc areas
4. Turn replace off and let cool before servicing,
installing or repairing. Only a qualied service
person should install, service or repair this
replace. Have replace inspected annually
by a qualied service person.
5. You must keep control compartments, burners and circulating air passages clean. More
frequent cleaning may be needed due to excessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. Turn off the gas valve and pilot
light before cleaning replace.
6. Have venting system inspected annually by a
qualied service person. If needed, have venting system cleaned or repaired. See Operating
Guidelines and Maintenance Instructions,
page 26.
DIMENSIONS
7. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper,
cardboard, etc.) in this replace. Use only the
gas type indicated on replace nameplate.
8. Do not use replace if any part has been ex-
posed to or under water. Immediately call a
qualied service person to arrange for replacement of the unit.
9. Do not operate replace if any log is broken.
10. Do not operate fireplace with glass door
removed, cracked or broken.
11. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
12. Fireplaces with the sufx of -HA have been
designed to operate at altitudes of 4000 feet
and above. For horizontal installations above
2,000 feet, it is recommended that a 12" extension pipe be added before starter elbow (see
High Altitude Installation, page 18).
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Figure 1 - Dimensions for Left/Right Side Corner Unit
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CEILING
WALL
36" Min.
36" Min.
0" Floor
PRE-INSTALLATION
PREPARATION
LOCATION AND SPACE
REQUIREMENTS
Determine the safest and most efcient location
for your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct-vent
replace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs
are not in the way of the venting system. Choose
a location where the heat output is not affected by
drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors.
Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before
deciding the exact location for your replace and
termination cap.
When deciding the location of your replace,
follow these rules:
• A projection may be ideal for a new addition
on an existing nished wall. Refer to horizontal
termination congurations on page 14 or vertical congurations on page 17.
• Do not connect this replace venting to a chimney ue serving a separate solid-fuel burning
replace or appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, do not locate this
replace in high trafc areas, windy or drafty
areas or near furniture or draperies.
• Never obstruct the front opening of the appliance or ow of combustion and ventilation air.
Keep control compartments accessible.
• Do not locate close to where gasoline or other
ammable liquids may be stored. The appliance
must be kept clear and free from combustible
materials.
CLEARANCES
Minimum clearances to combustibles for the replace are as follows:
Back and Sides of Surround* 0"
Vent Surface (Side and Bottom) 1"
Top Vent Surface (Horizontal Run) 2"
Ceiling to Opening 36"
Floor 0"
Wall to Front of Glass 36"
Perpendicular Wall to Opening of Unit 2"
Top Spacer 0"
* For back and sides of replace, do not pack
with insulation or other materials. Zero inch
clearance to combustible materials are for framing purpose only.
NOTICE: This replace is intended for use as supplemental
heat. Use this replace along
with your primary heating system. Do not install this replace
as your primary heat source.
If you have a central heating
system, you may run system’s
circulating blower while using
replace. This will help circulate
the heat throughout the house.
In the event of a power outage,
you can use this replace as a
heat source.
Lower
Louver
Panel
Log Set
Figure 2 - Direct-Vent Fireplace
Upper
Louver
Panel
Figure 3 - Minimum Clearances
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PRE-INSTALLATION
0"
36"
2"
Wall In Front Of Glass
36" Min.
Perpendicular
Wall 2" Min.
From Opening
Right Side
Surround
(0" Min.)
Left Side
Surround
(0" Min.)
TOP VIEW
21" Min.
15" Min.
12" Min.
4"
Min.
7" Min.
1
1
/2" Max.
UNIT
39 3/4" Min.
40
1
/
2
"
24"
39 3/4"
Min.
40
1
/
2
"
24"
*
"
PREPARATION
Continued
Figure 4 - Minimum Clearances
MANTEL CLEARANCES
Woodwork, such as wood trims, mantels and other
combustible materials should not be placed within
7" of the opening of this replace (see Figure 5).
Combustible material above projecting more than
11/2" from the appliance’s front face must not be
placed less than 15" from the opening of the appliance (ref. NFPA Standard 211 Sec. 7-3.3.3).
Combustible
Material May
Be Used
Drywall (Gypsum
Board, Sheetrock, Etc.)
Safe Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Material
2 x 4
Spacer
screws can be used to secure the unit to the oor.
The gas supply line may be connected through
the side framing or alternately through the lower
sub-ooring or a platform base if provided (see
Figure 8). Depending on installation, refer to appropriate illustrations.
Figure 6 - Rough Opening for Fireplace
Platform
Must Be
Solid, Flat,
and Fully
Supported
* As required by design as long as
ceiling clearance is maintained.
Figure 7 - Rough Opening for Installing
Fireplace on Platform
Figure 5 - Mantel Clearances
FRAMING
Once the nal location has been determined, observing clearances for the vent termination, you
may construct framing using dimensions shown
in Figures 6 to 10 on page 7 depending on your
particular installation
If the appliance is to be installed directly on carpeting,
tile (other than ceramic), or any combustible mate-
rial other than wood ooring, the appliance must be
installed upon a metal or wood panel extending the
full width and depth of the appliance. There are three
holes on each side of the bottom of the unit where
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Figure 8 - Alternate Gas Supply Location
20
3
/
16
"
10
1
1
/
1
2
"
/
2
"
15
11
16
/
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Height
Depends
On
Installation
10
3
/4"
Square
Min.
Vertical
Height
Depends on
Installation
26
3
/8"
Horizontal
Length Depends
on Installation
90
o
Elbow
45
o
Elbow
Continued
Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing
Exterior Vent Terminal
GENERAL VENTING
These models are approved for use with FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC 5"-8" Series, rigid type direct
vent pipe as supplied by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
or with approved types of exible vent pipe (not
supplied) when appropriately sized for an 8" outer
and 5" inner diameter application.
Your replace is approved to be vented either horizontally through a side wall, or vertically through
a rooine using the following guidelines:
• Only use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC supplied or
approved types of venting components or kits.
Do not mix different types of vent components,
modify vent components or custom fabricate
vent components for use in any one installation.
• Minimum clearance between vent pipes and
combustible materials is 1", except where stated
otherwise.
• Combustible material may be ush with the top
front of replace with a maximum thickness
of 3/4".
• Do not recess venting terminals into a wall
or siding.
• Do not install vent terminals below grade level.
Maintain a minimum height of 12" above snow
line.
• Do not terminate venting system into an attic
or garage.
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Figure 10 - Vent Opening Height
• If using a venting conguration of only hori-
zontal venting with no vertical run, a 1/4" rise
for every 12" of run toward the termination is
required.
• There must not be any obstruction such as
bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks, or utility buildings within 24" from the front of the
termination cap.
• Do not locate termination cap where excessive
snow or ice build up may occur. Be sure to clear
vent termination area after snow falls to prevent
accidental blockage of venting system. When
using snow blowers, do not direct snow towards
vent termination area.
VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES
The nal position of your appliance depends on
the location of the vent termination in relation to
the clearances that must be observed as shown in
Figure 11, page 9.
You may avoid extra framing by positioning your
replace against an already existing framing member. The back of the replace may be positioned
directly against a combustible wall.
*Check with local codes or with the current Na-
tional Fuel Gas Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1 also
known as NFPA 54.
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Fixed
Closed
Openable
Fixed
Closed
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
X
X
V
X
G
G
J
F
B
B
K
N
H
I
A
N
E
L
D
B
M
A
C
B
V
V
A
G
G
B
TERMINATION CAP
AIR SUPPLY INLET
GAS METERRESTRICTED AREA
(TERMINATION PROHIBITED)
A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or
balcony [*12" (30.5 cm) minimum]
B = clearance to window or door that may be opened
[6" (15 cm) min. for 10,000 Btu or less; 9" (23 cm) in US
if between 10,000 and 50,000, 12" (30 cm) in Canada
if between 10,000 and 100,000; 12" (30 cm) in US if
greater than 50,000, 36" (91 cm) in Canada if greater
than 100,000]
C = clearance to permanently closed window
[minimum 12" (30.5 cm) recommended to prevent
condensation on window]
D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the
terminal within a horizontal distance of 24" (61 cm) from
the center-line of the terminal [18" (45.7 cm) minimum]
E = clearance to unventilated soffit [12" (30.5 cm) minimum]
F = clearance to outside corner (see below)
G = clearance to inside corner (see below)
H = *not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly
within 36" (91.4 cm) horizontally from the center line
of the regulator
I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72" (182.9 cm)
minimum]
J = clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building
or the combustion air inlet to any other fireplace
[6" (15 cm) min. for 10,000 Btu or less; 9" (23 cm) in US
if between 10,000 and 50,000, 12" (30 cm) in Canada
if between 10,000 and 100,000; 12" (30 cm) in US if
greater than 50,000, 36" (91 cm) in Canada if greater
than 100,000]
K = clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet [*In Canada,
6 ft. (1.83m) minimum; In US 3 ft. (91 cm) above if within
10 ft. (3 m) horizontally]
L = † clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway
located on public property [*84" (213.3 cm) minimum]
M = clearance under veranda, porch, deck
[*12" (30.5 cm) minimum ‡]
N = clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of
24" (61 cm) above the highest point when it passes
through the roof surface and any other obstruction within
a horizontal distance of 18" (45.7 cm)
† vent shall not terminate directly above a side-walk or paved driveway which is located between two
single family dwellings and serves both dwellings*
‡ only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balconey is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor*
* as specified in CAN/CSA B149 (.1 or .2) Installation Codes (1991) for Canada and U.S.A.
Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances
A = 6" (15.2 cm)
Inside Corner
V
B
E
V
B = 6" (15.2 cm)
C = Maximum depth of 48" (121.9 cm)
for recessed location
D = Minimum width for back wall of
recessed location Combustible - 38" (965 mm)
Noncombustible - 24" (61 cm)
E = Clearance from corner in
recessed location Combustible - 6" (15.2 cm)
Noncombustible - 2" (5.1 cm)
Outside Corner Recessed Location
G
H
G = 12" (30.5 cm) minimum clearance
Balcony with No Side Wall
V
J
Combustible &
Noncombustible
H = 24" (61 cm)
J = 20" (50.8 cm)
Balcony with Perpendicular Side Wall
C
D
C
Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors
Openable
GENERAL VENTING
Continued
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Figure 11 - Minimum Clearances for Termination Cap
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REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS
For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment installed in every dwelling, building or
structure used in whole or in part for residential
purposes, including those owned or operated by
the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet
above nished grade in the area of the venting,
including but not limited to decks and porches,
the following requirements shall be satised:
INSTALLATION OF CARBON
MONOXIDE DETECTORS
At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the installing
plumber or gastter shall observe that a hard
wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm
and battery backup is installed on the oor level
where the gas equipment is to be installed. In
addition, the installing plumber or gastter shall
observe that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed
on each additional level of the dwelling, building or
structure served by the side wall horizontal vented
gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility
of the property owner to secure the services of
qualied licensed professionals for the installation
of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
In the event that the side wall horizontally
vented gas fueled equipment is installed
in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired
carbon monoxide detector with alarm and
battery back-up may be installed on the next
adjacent oor level.
In the event that the requirements of this
subdivision can not be met at the time of
completion of installation, the owner shall
have a period of thirty (30) days to comply with
the above requirements; provided, however,
that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery
operated carbon monoxide detector with an
alarm shall be installed.
Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Each carbon monoxide detector as required
in accordance with the above provisions shall
comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034
listed and IAS certied.
SIGNAGE
A metal or plastic identication plate shall be
permanently mounted to the exterior of the
building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet
above grade directly in line with the exhaust
vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas
fueled heating appliance or equipment. The
sign shall read, in print size no less than 1/2" in
size, "GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP
CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS".
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INSPECTION
The state or local gas inspector of the side
wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment
shall not approve the installation unless, upon
inspection, the inspector observes carbon
monoxide detectors and signage installed in
accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR
5.08(2)(a) 1 through 4.
EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is
exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a) 1 through 4:
• The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled
"Equipment Not Required To Be Vented"
in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as
adopted by the Board; and
• Product Approved side wall horizontally
vented gas fueled equipment installed in a
room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or structure used in whole or
in part for residential purposes.
MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS
Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
When the manufacturer of Product Approved
side wall horizontally vented gas equipment
provides a venting system design or venting
system components with the equipment, the
instructions provided by the manufacturer for
installation of the equipment and the venting
system shall include:
• Detailed instructions for the installation of
the venting system design or the venting
system components; and
• A complete parts list for the venting system
design or venting system.
Gas Equipment Venting System Not
Provided
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for
venting the ue gases, but identies "special
venting systems", the following requirements
shall be satised by the manufacturer:
•
The referenced "special venting system" instructions shall be included with the appliance
or equipment installation instructions; and
• The "special venting systems" shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list
and detailed installation instructions.
A copy of all installation instructions for all
Product Approved side wall horizontally
vented gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions
shall remain with the appliance or equipment
at the completion of the installation.
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VENTING INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read all instruc-
tions completely and thoroughly
before attempting installation.
Failure to do so could result in
serious injury, property damage
or loss of life.
WARNING: Seal all connec-
tions with high temperature
silicone every time a vent con-
nection is made. Before joining
elbows or pipes, apply a bead
of high temperature silicone
sealant to the male end of the
elbow or pipe. High temperature
silicone must also be used to re-
seal any connections after main-
tenance to venting system.
NOTICE: Failure to follow these in-
structions will void the warranty.
• Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
• Installation other than as instructed by these
instructions
WARNING: This gas replace
and vent assembly must be vented
directly to the outside. The venting
system must NEVER be attached
to a chimney serving a separate
solid fuel burning appliance. Each
direct-vent gas appliance must
use a separate vent system. Do not
use common vent systems.
INSTALLATION PLANNING
There are two basic types of direct-vent installation:
• Horizontal Termination
• Vertical Termination
It is important to select the proper length of vent
pipe for the type of termination you choose. It is
also important to note the wall thickness.
For Horizontal Termination: Select the amount of
vertical rise desired. The horizontal run of venting
must have 1/4" rise for every 12" of run towards
the termination.
NOTICE: Do not seal termination
cap to vent pipe. Cap must be
removable for vent inspection
and maintenance.
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
Consult local building codes before beginning the
installation. The installer must make sure to select
the proper vent system for installation. Before
installing vent kit, the installer must read this
replace manual and vent kit instructions.
Only a qualied service person should install
venting system. The installer must follow these
safety rules:
• Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection
• Use extreme caution when using ladders or
when on roof tops
• Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls
and ceilings
The following actions will void the warranty on
your venting system:
• Installation of any damaged venting component
• Unauthorized modication of the venting sys-
tem (Do not cut or alter vent components)
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WARNING: Never run the
vent downward as this may
cause excessive temperatures
which could cause a re.
You may use one or two 90° elbows in this vent
conguration. See Horizontal Termination Con-
gurations on page 14.
For Vertical Termination: Measure the distance
from the replace ue outlet to the ceiling. Add
the ceiling thickness, the vertical rise in an attic or
second story, and allow for sufcient vent height
above the roof line. You may use one or two 90°
elbows in this vent conguration. See Vertical
Termination Congurations on page 17.
Note: You may use two 45° elbows in place of a
90° elbow. You must follow rise to run ratios when
using 45° elbows.
For two-story applications, restops are required at
each oor level. If an offset is needed in the attic,
additional pipe and elbows will be required.
You may use a chase with a vent termination with
exposed pipe on the exterior of the house. See In-
stalling Vent System in a Chase, page 12.
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