consult a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
This appliance may be in-
stalled in an aftermarket,*
per mane ntly l oca t ed,
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
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State of Massachusetts:
The installation must be
made by a licensed plumber
or gas tter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
WARNING: This product
cont a i n s an d / or generates
chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer or
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s
manual carefully and completely
before trying to assemble, operate or service this log set.
Improper use of this log set can
cause serious injury or death
from burns, fire, explosion,
electrical shock and carbon
monoxide poisoning.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning may lead to death!
This replace must be installed by a qualied
(certied or licensed) service person. It has
a sealed gas combustion chamber that uses
a coaxial pipe (pipe within a pipe and having
the same center) venting system. It brings in
fresh air for combustion through the outer pipe
and combustion gases are exhausted through
the inner pipe. If the glass door assembly and
venting pipe are not properly seated, connected and sealed, carbon monoxide leakage
(spillage) can occur.
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SAFETy
Continued
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs
of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the
u, with headaches, dizziness or nausea. If
you have these signs, the log set may not
be working properly. Get fresh air at once!
Have log set 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 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.
WARNING: Do not use a
blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not
Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room
with replace.
approved for use with this replace.
Keep the area around your
replace clear of combustible
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.
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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
propane/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 lb. capacity.
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2. If you smell gas
• shut off gas supply
• 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.
3. Never install the replace
• in a recreational vehicle
• in windy or drafty areas where curtains
or other com bus ti ble (fl ammab le)
objects can make contact with the
replace front
• in high trafc areas
4. Turn fireplace 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
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 30.
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. 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
9. Do not use replace if any part has been
exposed to or under water. Immediately
call a qualied service person to arrange
for replacement of the unit.
10. Do not operate replace if any log is
broken.
11. Do not operate replace with glass door
removed, cracked or broken.
12. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
Screen Mesh
(VCC36 Series)
Figure 1 - Direct-Vent Fireplace with Millivolt Ignition
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Upper Louver Panel
(VC36 Series)
Nailing Flange
Glass Door
Assembly
Lava Rock
Lower Louver
Panel (VC36
Series)
Electronic
Control Valve
Glowing
Embers
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Switch Bracket for Optional
Remote and Blower
Flue Collar
Log Set
Burner
Assembly
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D
RW
FW
LOCAL CODES
Install and use replace with care. Follow all
local codes. In the absence to local codes,
use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
PRODUCT FEATURES
These are a few facts that can help you understand and enjoy your direct-vent replace:
• The venting system may be routed to the
outside of your home in several ways. It
may vent through the roof (vertical) or it
may vent to an outside/exterior wall (horizontal). The vent pipe installation is very
important to allow for proper operation.
You must follow the venting instructions
very carefully for either vertical or horizontal
applications.
• This replace may be installed in any room
of your house provided all local codes and
these installation instructions are followed.
• The blower requires electricity. If you plan
to install the blower at a later date, do not
forget to wire the outlet at the bottom of the
replace when framing.
• Each time you turn on your replace, you
may notice some amount of condensation
on the inside of the replace glass. This
is normal and will disappear after 10-20
minutes of operation.
• Your dire ct-vent gas fireplace system
(replace and venting) is a balanced and
sealed gas operating unit. It requires approximately 10-20 minutes of operating
time before the ame pattern stabilizes.
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. Figure 2 shows some common locations. 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:
• 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.
• Proper clearances must be maintained.
• If your replace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood, it must be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth of the replace. See Figure 3.
Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations
21 1/8"
Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions
Flush with a wall
Through exterior wall
enclosed in a chase
Corner
installation
29"
41"
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Continued
• Your replace is designed to be used in
zero clearance installations. Wall or framing
material can be placed directly against any
exterior surface on the back, sides or top of
your replace, except where standoff spacers are integrally attached. If standoff spacers are attached to your replace, these
spacers can be placed directly against wall
or framing material. See framing details on
page 7.
• If you plan on installing a television or
enterta in ment center recessed above
your replace, it is recommended that you
maintain a minimum 18" above top of louver
opening.
• When locating termination cap, it is important to observe the minimum clearances
shown in Figure 7, page 8.
• If recessing into a wall, you can avoid extra
framing by positioning your replace against
an already existing framing member.
• Do not recess termination cap into a wall
or siding.
• You may paint the termination cap with
450º F (232º C) heat-resistant paint to
coordinate with the exterior nish.
• 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.
CLEARANCES
Minimum clearances to combustibles for the
replace are as follows:
*Back and sides 0"
Perpendicular walls 6"
Floor 0"
Ceiling to louver opening 42"
Front 36"
Top of Standoffs 0"
Vent (See venting instruc-
tions for specic vent-
ing clearances.)
Combustible material with a maximum thickness of 5/8" may be ush with the top front
of replace.
* For back and sides of replace, do not pack
with insulation or other materials. 0" 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.
FRAMING AND FINISHING
Figure 4, page 7, shows typical framing of this
replace. Figure 5, page 7, shows framing for
corner installation. All minimum clearances
must be met.
For available accessories for this replace,
see Accessories on page 35. If you are using
a separate combustible mantel piece, refer to
Figure 6, page 7 for proper installation height.
You can install noncombustible mantels at any
height above the replace.
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)
Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors
Openable
Figure 7 - Minimum Clearances for Termination Cap
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VENTING INSTALLATION
NOTICE: Read these instruc-
tions completely before attempting installation.
These models are tested and approved for
use with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC (direct-vent)
pipe components and terminations.
The venting system must terminate on the
outside of the structure and can not be attached to a chimney or ue system serving a
separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance.
A direct-vent appliance must have its own
venting system. DO NOT common vent this
appliance.
These models are approved to be vented
either horizontally through an outside wall or
vertically through a roof or chase enclosure
using the following guidelines:
• When venting system terminates horizontally on an outside wall, you may install
a standoff if the termination cap is to be
installed directly on a combustible nish
such as vinyl, wood, stucco, etc.
• Never run the vent downward as this may
cause excessive temperatures which could
cause a re.
• Vent pipe air space clearances to combustibles are 1" on all sides except on the
horizontal sections, which requires 2" clearance from the top of the pipe. Where the
termination cap penetrates a combustible
wall, 1" air space clearance is required.
• Snorkel terminations are required when
minimum clearance to grade cannot be
met (see Figure 16 on page 13).
• Have replace and selected vent components on hand to help determine the exact
measurements when elbowing or offsetting.
Always use wall restops when penetrating
walls and restops when penetrating ceilings or attic spaces.
• If using a venting conguration of only
horizontal venting with no vertical run, a
1/4" rise for every 12" of run toward the
termination is required.
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.
NOTICE: Failure to follow these in-
structions will void the warranty.
NOTICE: Do not seal termination
cap to vent pipe. Cap must be
removable for vent inspection
and maintenance.
INSTALLATION pRECAUTIONS
• 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 system (Do not cut or alter vent components).
• 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.
WARNING: Vent pipe air
space clearances to combustibles are 1" on all sides except
on the horizontal sections,
which require 2" clearances
from the top of the pipe. Where
the termination cap penetrates
a combustible wall, 1" air space
clearance is required.
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VENTING INSTALLATION
(Framing
Detail)
11
1
/2"
11
1
/2" Inside Framing
11
1
/2"
8 1/2"
Ve nt Opening
Combustible Wall
Ve nt Opening
Noncombustible Wall
INSTALLATION pLANNING
There are two basic types of direct-vent
installation:
• Horizontal Termination
• Vertical Termination
Horizontal Termination Installation
IMPORTANT: Horizontal square terminations
require only inner portion of wall restop. Horizontal installations using round termination
require exterior portion of wall restop (see
Figure 14, page 12).
1. Set replace in its desired location and
determine route your horizontal venting
will take. Do not secure replace until all
venting has been installed. Some installations require sliding replace in and out
of position to make nal venting connections. Figures 14 through 18 on pages 12
through 14 show different congurations
for venting with horizontal termination that
will help you decide which application best
suits your installation. Check to see if wall
studs or roof rafters are in the path of your
desired venting route. If they are, you may
want to adjust location of replace.
2. Direct vent pipe sections and components
are designed with special twist-lock connections.
Twist-Lock procedure: Female ends of
pipes have locking lugs (indentations).
These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on male ends of adjacent pipes.
Push pipe sections together and twist
one section clockwise approximately onequarter turn until sections are fully locked
(see Figure 8). Note: Horizontal runs of
vent must be supported every three feet.
Use wall straps for this purpose.
3. Use a 45° elbow to connect venting system
to replace ue collar. The elbow is designed to be twist-locked onto the ue collar
as described in step 2. IMPORTANT: Do
not attempt to alter the conguration of the
elbow by cutting, twisting, bending, etc.
4. Assemble desired combination of pipe
and elbows to replace ue collar. If there
are long portions of venting run, pre-assembled pipe sections may be installed
as subassemblies for convenience.
Continued
5. Carefully determine location where vent
pipe assembly will penetrate outside wall.
Center of hole should line up with center
line of horizontal vent pipe. Mark wall for a
11 1/2" x 11 1/2" square hole. Cut and frame
square hole in exterior wall where vent will
be terminated. If wall being penetrated is
constructed of noncombustible material,
such as masonry block or concrete, a 8
1
/2" hole with zero clearance is acceptable
(see Figure 9).
Female Locking Lugs
Figure 8 - Vent Pipe Connections
Figure 9 - Vent Opening Requirements
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Male
Slots
Center of
Hole
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Continued
WARNING: Do not recess
vent termination into any wall.
This will cause a re hazard.
6. Noncombustible Exterior Wall: Position
horizontal vent cap in center of 8 1/2" round
hole and attach to exterior wall with four
wood screws provided. Before attaching
vent cap to exterior wall, run a bead of
non-hardening mastic (pliable sealant)
around outside edges to make a seal
between it and the outside wall.
Note: Four wood screws provided should
be replaced with appropriate fasteners for
stucco, brick, concrete or other types of
sidings.
Combustible Exterior Wall: For vinyl
siding, stucco or wood exteriors, a siding
standoff may be installed between vent
cap and exterior wall. Siding standoff
prevents excessive heat from damaging
siding materials. Siding material must be
cut to accommodate standoff. Bolt vent
cap to standoff. Apply non-hardening
mastic around outside edge of standoff.
Position standoff/cap assembly in center
of the 11
exterior wall with wood screws provided
(see Figure 11). Siding standoff must sit
ush against exterior fascia material.
7. Connecting Vent Cap with Horizontal Vent Pipe: Slide wall restop over vent
pipe before connecting horizontal run to
vent cap (see Figure 12).
Carefully move replace, with vent as-
sembly attached, toward wall and insert
vent pipe into horizontal termination. Pipe
overlap should be a minimum of 1
Figure 13, page 12).
Slide wall restop against interior wall
surface and attach with screws provided.
See Figure 13, page 12, for horizontal
termination details.
Place replace into position and shim with
noncombustible material if needed. Nail or
screw side anges to framing to secure
unit in place. IMPORTANT: Make sure re-
place is level before securing. If replace
is not level it will not work properly.
1
/2" square hole and attach to
1
/4" (see
Apply Mastic on
All Four Sides
Vent Cap
Wood Screw
Figure 10 - Installing Horizontal Vent Cap
(Noncombustible Exterior)
Cut Siding Away to
Fit Standoff
Standoff
Apply Mastic to
All Four Sides
Figure 11 - Installing Siding Standoff
(Combustible Exterior Wall)
Vent Cap
(Horizontal
Termination)
Screw
Figure 12 - Connecting Vent Cap with
Horizontal Vent Pipe
Wood
Screw
Vent
Cap
Screws
Interior Wall
Surface
Wall
Firestop
Horizontal
Vent Pipe
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Continued
Minimum Pipe
Overlap 1
Direct-Vent
Pipe
Wall
Firestop
1
/4"
Siding Standoff
Screws
GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION
Recommended Applications:
• Installation using cabinet surrounds
• Through the wall using round or square
termination
(up to 12" adjustable pipe)
• NOT FOR CORNER INSTALLATION
Horizontal
High Wind
Square
Termination
Adjustable
Pipe 12" Max.
45° Elbow
Maintain 1"
Minimum Air
Space Around
Outer Pipe When
Penetrating a Wall
1
/2" x 11 1/2"
11
Framed Opening
Exterior Wall with Vinyl Siding
Figure 13 - Typical Horizontal
Termination Cap Mounting with
Additional Siding Standoff Installed
Horizontal Termination Congurations
Figures 14 through 18 show different congurations and alternatives for venting with
horizontal termination. Each gure includes
a chart with critical minimum and maximum
dimensions which MUST be met. IMPOR-TANT: If using a venting conguration of only
horizontal venting with no vertical run, a 1/4"
rise for every 12" of run toward the termination is required.
High Wind
Termination
Apply
Mastic to
Outside
Edge of
Standoff
NOTICE: Do not seal termination
cap to vent pipe. Cap must be
removable for vent inspection
and maintenance.
WARNING: Never run vent
downward as this may cause
excessive temperatures which
could cause a re. Operation of
improperly installed and maintained venting system could
result in serious injury, property
damage or loss of life.
Wall Firestop
Square Termination
Vertical (V)Horizontal (H)
32 3/4" min.17" max.
45° Elbow
Wall
Firestop
* If installing this replace at altitudes of 4000
feet and above, it is recommended that an
additional vertical height of 6" be added to
the vent system.
Figure 14 - Horizontal Termination
Conguration for Square or Round
Terminations
Exterior Portion of
Wall Firestop (Round
Termination Only)
Horizontal
Round
Termination
Round Termination
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Continued
CORNER INSTALLATION
Recommended Applications:
• Corner ground oor installation
• Ground oor installation where pipe vents
horizontally through wall (over 12" horizontal pipe)
• Basement installatio n where one foot
clearance from ground to termination is
possible
Not to Exceed (H) Limits
Square
Termination
90°
Elbow
Wall
Firestop
45° Elbow
As Required
for (V), See
Chart for
Pipe Section
Required
Vertical (V)Vertical Pipe Horizontal (H)
*43 1/2" min.None30" max.
1
54
/2" min.1 ft.48" max.
1
66
/2" min.2 ft.60" max.
1
78
/2" min.3 ft.84" max.
1
90
/2" min.4 ft.20' max.
* Ground Floor Corner Venting
Required
Not to Exceed
(H) Limits
90° Elbow
Wall
Firestop
Square
Termination
12" Min.
45° Elbow
Figure 15 - Horizontal Termination Conguration for Corner Installation Using One
90° Elbow
SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION
Recommended Applications:
• Installations requiring a vertical rise on building exterior
• Any installation using snorkel termination to achieve one foot above ground
Snorkel terminations are available for installations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of
the building. If installing snorkel termination below grade, you must provide proper drainage
to prevent water from entering snorkel termination (see Figure 16). Do not back ll around
snorkel termination.
Snorkel Termination
Snorkel Termination
90° Elbow
Snorkel Termination
Wall
Firestop
12" Min.
12" Min.
12"
Min.
45° Elbow
Adequate
Drainage
Figure 16 - Snorkel Termination Congurations for Below Ground Installation
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Continued
HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90° ELBOWS
The following congurations show the minimum vertical rise requirements
for a horizontal system using two 90° elbows.
Figure 17 - Horizontal Termination Conguration for Venting Using Two 90° Elbows
) +
1
)
2
Venting with Two 90° Elbows
Vertical (V)
5' min.6' max.
Horizontal (H
Horizontal (H2)
1
) +
45° Elbow
6' min.12' max.
7' min.18' max.
8' min.20' max.
20' max.20' max.
Figure 18 - Horizontal Termination Conguration for Venting Using Two 90° Elbows
with Termination at 90° with Fireplace
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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL
TERMINATION
Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in
all vertical installations.
1. Determine route your vertical venting
will take. If ceiling joists, roof rafters or
other framing will obstruct venting system,
consider an offset (see Figure 19) to avoid
cutting load bearing members. Note: Pay
special attention to these installation
instructions for required clearances (air
space) to combustibles when passing
through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures,
attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air spaces
with insulat io n. Also note maximum
vertical rise of venting system and any
maximum horizontal offset limitations.
2. Set replace in desired location. Drop a
plumb line down from ceiling to position
of replace exit ue. Mark center point
where vent will penetrate ceiling. Drill a
small locating hole at this point.
Drop a plumb line from inside of roof to
locating hole in ceiling. Mark center point
where vent will penetrate roof. Drill a small
locating hole at this point.
Flat Ceiling Installation
1. Cut a 11
locating hole as a center point. Opening
1
/2" square hole in ceiling using
Roof Flashing
should be framed to 11
1
/2" x 11 1/2" inside
dimensions, as shown in Figure 9 on page
10 using framing lumber the same size as
ceiling joists. If area above ceiling is an
insulated ceiling or an attic, nail restop
from top side. This prevents loose insulation from falling into required clearance
space. If area above ceiling is a living
space, install restop below framed hole.
Firestop should be installed with no less
than three nails per side (see Figure 20).
2. Assemble desired lengths of pipe and
elbows necessary to reach from replace
ue up through restop. Be sure all pipe
and elbow connections are fully twistlocked (see Figure 8, page 10).
3. Cut a hole in roof using the locating hole
as a center point. (Cover any exposed
open vent pipes before cutting hole in
roof.) The 11
1
/2" x 11 1/2" hole must be
measured on the horizontal; actual length
may be larger depending on pitch of roof.
There must be a 1" clearance from vent
pipe to combustible materials. Frame
opening as shown in Figure 9, page 10.
4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up
through hole.
Note: If an offset is needed to avoid
obstructions, you must support vent pipe
every 3 feet. Use wall straps for this purpose (see Figure 19, page 15). Whenever
possible, use 45° elbows instead of 90°
elbows. A 45° elbow offers less restriction
to the ow of ue gases and intake air.
If area above is an attic or insulated area,
install restop above framed hole.
Wall Strap
45° Elbow
If area above is a living space, install
restop below framed hole.
Ceiling Firestop
Figure 19 - Offset with Wall Strap and 45°
Elbows
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5. Place ashing over pipe section(s) extending through roof. Secure base of
ashing to roof and framing with roong
nails. Be sure roong material overlaps
top edge of ashing as shown in Figure
19, page 15. There must be a 1" clearance
from vent pipe to combustible materials.
6. Continue to add pipe sections until height
of vent cap meets the minimum building
code requirements described in Figure
7 on page 8. Note: You must increase
vent height for steep roof pitches. Nearby
trees, adjoining rooines, steep pitched
roofs and other similar factors may cause
Vertical Termination Congurations
Figures 21 through 24 show four different
congurations for vertical termination.
poor draft or down-drafting in high winds.
Increasing vent height may solve this
problem.
7. Twist-lock vent cap onto last section of
vent pipe.
Note: If vent pipe passes through any occu-
pied areas above rst oor, including storage
spaces and closets, you must enclose pipe.
You may frame and sheetrock enclosure with
standard construction material. Make sure
and meet minimum allowable clearances
Your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct- ve nt
replace has been tested and approved for
elevations.
When installing this replace at an elevation
Consult your local gas company to help determine the proper orice for your location.
For assistance with any high altitude installation contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s Customer
Service Department at 1-866-328-4537.
above 2000 feet, you may need to decrease
the input rating by changing the existing
burner orice to a smaller size. Reduce input
4% for each 1000 feet above sea level. Check
with your local gas company for proper orice
size identication.
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Continued
PARTS LIST FOR VENTING KITS
AND COMpONENTS
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC (5"/8") Pipe & Vent
Kits
Number Description
Flex Pipe Section 12" to 36"
Flex Pipe Section 18" to 54"
Flex Kit (Includes Flex Pipe Wall
Section 9" to 27", Firestop and
Horizontal Square Termination)
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FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use proper gas type for the replace unit you
are installing. If you have conicting gas types,
do not install replace. See retailer where you
purchased the replace for proper replace
according to your gas type or to purchase gas
conversion kit (see Accessories, page 35).
INSTALLING OpTIONAL BLOWER
ACCESSORIES
NOTICE: If installing blower in
an existing replace with gas
connections, shut off gas supply and disconnect heater from
gas supply. Contact a qualied
service person to do this.
WARNING: If there is a duplex
electrical outlet installed in the
right side of the bottom of the
replace base area, be sure that
the electrical power to the outlet
is turned off before proceeding
with blower installation. Failure
to do this may result in serious
injury.
5. Mount speed control box to switch bracket
by placing plastic control shaft forward
through round opening in switch bracket
(see Figure 26).
6. While supporting speed control, secure
control shaft with lock nut by pushing
and turning lock nut with pliers clockwise
until it is tight against front panel. Place
provided control knob on shaft.
7. Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously
turned off per warning in column 1.
8. Plug in blower power cord.
a. If your rebox is installed as a free-
standing unit with an accessory mantel,
determine whether power cord will exit
left side or right side of rebox. Route
power cord through exit hole and plug
power cord into a wall receptacle near
rebox.
b. If your rebox installation is recessed
and/or pre-wired, plug power cord into
duplex outlet provided. Refer to your
rebox owner’s manual for instructions
on wiring duplex outlet.
Lower Firebox
Cavity
Side View
Spade
Terminals
Blower Location
Magnetic
Strips
Model BK Installation
Follow all instructions provided in blower
accessory kit.
1. Attach power cord to blower motor by
rmly pushing two female terminals at end
of power cord onto two spade terminals
on blower motor (see Figure 25).
2. Attach green ground wire from power
cord to blower housing using screw provided (see Figure 25). Tighten screws
securely.
3. Place blower against lower rear wall of
rebox outer wrapper with exhaust port
directed upward. Blower will t inside back
opening and be held in position against
back wall by magnets (see Figure 25).
4. Be certain that all wire terminals are
securely attached to terminals on blower
motor and that screw retaining green
ground wire is tight.
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Green
Ground
Wire
Switch
Bracket
Control
Knob
Figure 26 - Attaching Speed Control to
Screw
Exhaust Port
Figure 25 - Blower Model BK
Speed Control
Locknut
Control Shaft
Blower
Plug-In
Duplex Outlet (Located
beneath rebox oor
against lower right
outside wall)
Firebox
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
CAUTION: Never touch the
blower wheel while in operation.
9. Check to make sure that power cord is
completely clear of blower wheel and
that there are no foreign objects in blower
wheel. Turn blower on and check for operation. Turn blower off by turning knob
fully counterclockwise before continuing.
10. Peel off backing paper and stick supplied
wiring diagram decal on rebox bottom
approximately 12" in front of blower (see
Figure 27).
Wiring Diagram Decal
12" in Front of Blower
Figure 27 - Location of Wiring Diagram
Decal (Model May Vary From Illustration)
3. Place blower against lower rear wall of
rebox outer wrapper with exhaust port directed upward and thermodisc positioned
up near fireplace bottom. Thermodisc
must be oriented near replace bottom
as shown in Figure 28 in order to sense
temperature and properly operate. Blower
will be held in position against back wall
by magnets incorporated onto blower
housing (see Figure 28).
4. Be certain that all wire terminals are
securely attached to terminals on blower
motor and thermal switch and that screw
for thermodisc bracket and green ground
wire is tight.
5. Mount speed control box against mounting plate provided in lower fireplace
cavity by placing plastic control shaft
forward through round hole (see Figure
26, page 19).
6 While supporting speed control, secure
control shaft with lock nut by pushing and
turning lock nut with pliers clockwise until
it is tight against mounting plate. Place
provided control knob on shaft (see Figure
26, page 19).
Model BKT Installation
Note: When installing BKT thermostati-
cally-controlled blower, you must rst secure
thermal switch bracket to blower if it has not
already been factory installed.
1. Place green ground wire with ring terminal between bottom hole on thermal
switch bracket and top ear hole on blower
assembly. Insert Phillips screw into all
three pieces and tighten securely (see
Figure 28).
2. Connect wire harness and power cord
terminals. Connect blue jumper wire to
blower motor terminal and right side terminal of thermal switch. Connect black wire
to left side of thermal switch and white
wire to other remaining blower motor
terminal.
Note: Power cord outer insulation sleeve may
have to be stripped slightly to allow enough
wire length to reach and make all connections. DO NOT trim excessive length away.
Enable just enough to make all connections
securely.
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Power Cord
Thermal
Switch
Bracket
Black
Wire
Phillips
Screw
Route BKT Blower
Through This Area
White Wire
Ring Terminal
on Green Wire
Thermal
Switch
Thermodisc
Side View Firebox Bottom
Figure 28 - Blower Model BKT
Blue Wire
Magnetic
Strips
Air Flow
Direction
Air Flow Direction
Blower
Location
Magnets
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Blue
Va riable
Fan Switch
Fan Switch
(N.O.)
Green
White
On
11 0/115
V . A.C.
Blower
Motor
Black
Off
1
2
Black
Continued
7. Check to make sure that power cord is
completely clear of blower wheel and
that there are no foreign objects in blower
wheel. Also double check all wire leads
and make sure wire routing is not pinched
or in a precarious position. Correct accordingly.
8. Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously turned off per warning in column 1
on page 19.
9. Plug in blower power cord to duplex
outlet.
10. Blower will only run when speed control
knob is in the ON position and thermal
switch senses temperature after replace
begins to heat up. Blower speed can be
adjusted by rotating control knob. To turn
off, turn knob fully counterclockwise until
it clicks off. If blower is ON and has been
running with replace operating, blower
will continue to run for a short time after
replace has been turned off. As thermal
switch cools down, blower shuts down
automatically.
11. Peel off backing paper and stick supplied
wiring diagram decal on rebox bottom
approximately 12" in front of blower (see
Figure 27, page 20).
Blower Wiring Diagram
CAUTION: Label all wires
prior to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring errors
can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper
operation after servicing.
Figure 29 - Blower Wiring Diagram for
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INSTALLING GAS pIpING TO
FIREpLACE LOCATION
WA R N I N G: A q u a l i f i ed
service person must connect
replace to gas supply. Follow
all local codes.
CAUTION: For propane/LP
units, never connect fireplace
directly to the propane/LP supply.
This heater requires an external
regulator (not supplied). Install
the external regulator between the
replace and propane/LP supply.
WARNING: For natura l
gas, never connect heater to
private (non-utility) gas wells.
This gas is commonly known
as wellhead gas.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing replace, make sure you
have the items listed below.
• external regulator (supplied by installer)
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection *
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
• approved exible gas line with gas connector (if allowed by local codes)
*An equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT
tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge
connection. Purchase the equipment shutoff
valve from your retailer.
For propane/LP connection only, the installer
must supply an external regulator. The external regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure. You must reduce incoming gas pressure
to between 11" and 14" of water. If you do
not reduce incoming gas pressure, replace
regulator damage could occur. Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as
shown in Figure 30, page 22. Pointing the vent
down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
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Continued
CAUTION: Use only new,
black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may
be used in certain areas. Check
your local codes. Use pipe of
1/2" diameter or greater to allow
proper gas volume to replace.
If pipe is too small, undue loss
of volume will occur.
Installation must include an equipment shutoff
valve, union and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate
NPT tap within r each for test gauge hook up.
NPT tap must be upstream from replace
(see Figure 31).
IMPORTANT: Install main gas valve (equipment shutoff valve) in an accessible location.
The main gas valve is for turning on or shutting
off the gas to the appliance.
Check your building codes for any special
requirements for locating equipment shutoff
valve to replaces.
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT
threads. This will prevent excess sealant from
going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could
result in clogged replace valves.
WARNING: Use pipe joint
sealant that is resistant to liquid
petroleum (LP) gas.
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Figure 30 - External Regulator with Vent
Pointing Down (Propane/LP Only)
External
Regulator
With Vent
Pointing
Down
We recommend that you install a sediment
trap/drip leg in supply line as shown in Figure
31. Locate sediment trap/drip leg where it is
within reach for cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and replace. Locate
sediment trap/drip leg where trapped matter
is not likely to freeze. A sediment trap traps
moisture and contaminants. This keeps them
from going into replace gas controls. If sediment trap/drip leg is not installed or is installed
wrong, replace may not run properly.
Equipment Shutoff Valve
with 1/8" NPT Tap*
Natural - From
Gas Meter (5.5"
W.C. to 10.5" W.C.
Pressure)
Propane/LP From
Approved Flexible
Gas Line
3" Minimum
Cap Pipe Tee
Nipple Joint
Sediment Trap/Drip Leg
Figure 31 - Gas Connection
* The equipment shutoff valve may be supplied with the appliance or you can purchase
it from your retailer.
External Regulator
(11" W.C. to 14"
W.C. Pressure)
CONNECTING FIREpLACE TO GAS
SUppLY
Installation Items Needed
• 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not
provided)
1. Open lower louver door panel by gently
pulling forward.
2. Route exible gas line (provided by in-
staller) from equipment shutoff valve to
replace. Route exible gas supply line
through one of the access holes on side
of replace.
3. Attach exible gas line from gas supply to
control valve (see Figure 32, page 23).
4. Check all gas connections for leaks. See
Checking Gas Connections, page 23.
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INSTALLATION
Continued
Red Surface
Equipment
Shutoff
Valve
1/2" NPT
Incoming
Gas Line
Note: Wire Connections Not Shown for Clarity
Figure 32 - Connecting Flexible Gas Line
Flexible
Gas Line
Do NOT
Kink
to Electronic Valve
CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Test all gas piping
Indicates For
Propane/LP Use
Only
Inlet
Pressure
Tap
Outlet
Pressure
Tap
uid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a
leak. Correct all leaks at once.
5. Recon ne ct fir eplace and equ ipmen t
shutoff valve to gas supply. Check reconnected ttings for leaks.
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Fig-
ure 33).
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either
opening propane/LP supply tank valve
for propane/LP gas replace or opening
main gas valve located on or near gas
meter for natural gas replace or using
compressed air.
3. Check all joints from propane/LP supply
tank or gas meter to equipment shutoff
valve (see Figure 34 or Figure 35). Apply noncorrosive leak detection uid to
all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
Correct all leaks at once.
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Open
and connections , internal and
external to unit, for leaks after
installing or servicing. Correct
all leaks at once.
WARNING: Never use an
open ame to check for a leak.
Apply noncorrosive leak detec-
Figure 33 - Equipment Shutoff Valve
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Equipment Shutoff Valve
Closed
tion uid to all joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak. Correct all
leaks at once.
pRESSURE TESTING GAS SUppLY
pIpING SYSTEM
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG
(3.5 kPa)
1. Disconnect replace and its individual
equipment shutoff valve from gas supply
piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2
psig (3.5 kPa) will damage replace gas
regulator.
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either
opening propane/LP supply tank valve
for propane/LP gas replace or opening
main gas valve located on or near gas
meter for natural gas replace or using
compressed air.
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system. Apply noncorrosive leak detection
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Figure 34 - Checking Gas Joints for
Propane/LP Gas Fireplace
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Gas
Meter
Figure 35 - Checking Gas Joints for
Natural Gas Fireplace
Gas Valve
Gas Valve
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INSTALLATION
Continued
pRESSURE TESTING FIREpLACE GAS
CONNECTIONS
1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure
33, page 23).
2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve for
propane/LP replace or main gas valve
located on or near gas meter for natural
gas replace.
3. Make sure control knob of replace is in
the OFF position.
4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff
valve to gas valve (see Figure 34 or Figure
35). Apply noncorrosive leak detection
uid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a
leak. Correct all leaks at once.
5. Light replace (see Operation, page 28).
Check all other internal joints for leaks.
6. Turn off replace (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 28).
REMOVING/REPLACING GLASS
DOOR
CAUTION: Do not operate
this replace with a broken glass
door panel or without the glass
door panel securely in place.
For replacement part informa-
tion see Replacement Parts,
page 34.
Removing Louver Panels
Remove top and bottom louver panels by
simultaneously pulling both top end spring
latches towards center of appliance until
they are disengaged from locating holes
(see Figure 36). Repeat for bottom spring
latches and pull louvers outward. To install
or replace items removed, simply reverse
procedures above.
Louver
Panel
Spring
Latch
Figure 36 - Removing Louver Panel
Removing Screen Door Assembly
(VCC36 Series)
Push screen door assembly in toward the bottom
left and right sides until the magnetic door latch
pops the screen door out. Hold the screen door
assembly at the bottom and swing the door up
to disengage the tabs on the top of the door from
inside the slots underneath the upper face.
Door ScreenTabs
(VCC36 Series)
Slots underneath
Upper Face
CAUTION: Wear gloves and
safety glasses while handling
or removing broken glass. Do
not remove if glass is hot. Keep
children and pets away from
glass.
WARNING: If replace has
been running, turn off and unplug replace. Let cool before removing glass door or louvers.
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Magnetic Door Latches
(VCC36 Series)
Figure 37 - Removing/Replacing Screen
Door Assembly (VCC36 Series)
Replacing Screen Door Assembly
(VCC36 Series)
Push magnetic door latch out to the open
position. Position screen door tabs with slot
openings in upper face frame. Swing door
screen assembly in towards the bottom face,
Press in on the bottom of door screen until
magnetic door latch is pushed in.
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Lock
Unlock
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
Removing Glass Door
If replacement of glass is necessary, entire
assembly, glass and frame, must be replaced.
If glass is broken, wear gloves and tape remaining fragments onto frame.
1. Remove screen assembly by pushing
the rod either left or right, then down and
forward to remove screen/rod assembly
from rebox. Set assembly aside.
2. Lift up on latches to unlock. There are two
on top of rebox and two below rebox that
hold glass door in place (see Figure 38).
3. While holding glass door to prevent it from
falling and causing injury, remove ve
screws from hinge located on left side of
door frame assembly (see Figure 38).
Latch
Screw
Hinge
INSTALLING LAVA ROCK AND
GLOWING EMBERS
It is very important to keep logs exactly as
installed. Do not modify logs. Only use log set
designed for this replace. Logs under log/grate
assembly are attached to burner. Do not attempt
to move these logs as this will damage logs.
WARNING: Logs are unitized
and attached to the grate. Do not
handle log/grate assembly by
logs. Always pick up by grate.
Open louvers, remove screen, unlock door
latches and open glass door. See Removing Glass Door, steps 1 and 2.
1. Pull ember material apart into pieces no
larger than a dime. Place these pieces
loosely and sparingly directly onto exposed front section of burner (see Figure
39). This will create the glowing ember
appearance as ame touches ember material. Do not block air slots by using too
much ember material in one area. Place
small pieces of ember material to cover
pilot ports. It is not necessary to use all of
the ember material provided.
2. Pour lava rock onto plenum but not onto
at burner. It is not necessary to use all
of the lava rock provided.
NOTICE: Do not put lava rock on
burner or under burner. Placing
Glass Frame
Assembly
Figure 38 - Removing/Replacing Glass
4. Remount new frame at hinge with ve
new screws before closing door. This will
ensure seating of gasket.
5. Close glass door frame. Lock latches by
placing bar under tab on door and pushing
down and back on latch (see Figure 38,
page 24).
6. Replace screen/rod assembly by reversing step 1.
7. Replace louvers by reversing procedure
under Removing Louver Panels, page 24,
for VC36 series.
8. Replace screen door assembly, see removing screen door assembly (see Figure 37
page 24, for VCC36 series).
Cleaning Glass Door
See Cleaning and Maintenance on page 30.
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lava rock on burner will cause
performance problems.
3. Close glass door, lock door latches, replace
screen and close louvers (see Removing Glass Door, steps 5 through 7).
WARNING: The glass door must
be securely in place before running
this replace. Do not run this replace if glass is missing or broken.
Plenum
Ember Material
Figure 39 - Placing Ember Material on
Burner
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Continued
INSTALLING BRICK LINER MODELS
BL36DA(SA) AND BL36DHA(SA)
WARNING: If replace has
been running, turn off unit. Let
cool before installing brick liner.
You may purchase brick liner from your local
retailer or see Accessories, page 35.
CAUTION: Always handle
brick panels with two hands.
Do not force brick panels into
place. Excessive force will break
brick panels.
1. Remove top and bottom louvers to allow
access to door latches.
2. Unlock door latches and open glass door.
See Removing Glass Door, steps 1 and
2, page 25.
3. Carefully remove lava rock and ember
material. Remove log/grate assembly
by unscrewing grate from plenum. The
two logs under the grate are attached to
burner. DO NOT attempt to remove.
4. Remove screws that attach plenum to
burner to remove plenum.
5. Remove three screws from deflector
shield on inside top of rebox. Set shield
and screws aside.
6. Install rear brick panel rst. Rest bottom
edge of panel on back edge of burner
assembly (see Figure 40).
7. Install left side brick panel by sliding it
between burner assembly and side of
rebox (see Figure 40).
8. Install right brick pane l using sam e
method described in step 6 for left brick
panel.
9. Replace deector shield using screws
removed in step 4.
10. Using scews removed in step 4, replace
plenum and attach to burner.
11. Using screws removed in step 3, replace
log/grate assembly. Be careful when
replacing log/grate assembly not to chip
logs on burner.
12. Install lava rock and glowing embers. See
Installing Lava Rock and Glowing Embers,
page 25.
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13. Close glass door and lock latches on top
and bottom of door and replace screen.
See Removing Glass Door, steps 5 and
6, page 25.
14. Close top and bottom louvers.
Left Side Brick
Panel
Rear Brick
Panel
Figure 40 - Installing Rear Brick Panel
WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION
Installation of a wall switch allows you to
activate gas control valve and turn replace
on and off. Wall switch is to be connected to
incoming 120 volt regular household wiring
that supplies electricity to replace.
OpTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL
INSTALLATION (MODEL WRC)
Note: If using optional wireless hand-held
remote control, wall switch must be in the ON
position to be operational. Remote control
then becomes the switching mechanism for
replace operation.
1. Open lower louver panel.
2. The WRC model receiver does not require
a battery. Receiver can be installed by
rst plugging short extension cord into
replace receptacle. Plug receiver unit
into extension cord. Plug ignition module
plug into receiver unit (see Figure 41).
3. Activate remote handset battery by removing insulating tab on back of handset
(see Figure 42). Battery is included, preinstalled.
4. Once battery is activated unit is ready to
use.
5. Close lower louver panel.
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EV2
EV1
ORANGE
IGNITOR LEAD
GREEN
PILOT
TRANSFORMER
IS1070B
SYNETEK CONTROLS INC
24V AC
E4
E2
E3
E6
RED
E8
E12
BLUE
120V AC
GROUND
BLACK
WHITE
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Fireplace
Receptacle
Remote
Control
Receiver
Extension Cord
Ignition
Module Plug
Figure 41 - Installing the WRC Remote
Receiver
WIRING DIAGRAM
Battery Cover
12 Volt Battery
Back of
Handset
Pull to Remove
Insulation Tab
Figure 42 - Installing Battery into Back of
Handset
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OPERATION
FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not fol-
low these instructions exactly,
a re or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. This appliance is equipped with an igni-
tion device which automatically lights
the pilot. Do not light pilot by hand.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around
the appliance area for gas. Be sure to
smell next to the oor because some
gas is heavier than air and will settle
on the oor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric 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.
C. Do not use this appliance if any part
has been under water. Immediately
call a qualied service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace
any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been under
water.
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE: During initial operation
of new heater, burning logs will
give off a paper-burning smell.
Orange ame will also be present. Open damper or window to
vent smell. This will only last a
few hours.
1. STOP! Read the safe ty inform ation
above.
2. Turn off all electric power to replace.
3. Turn wall switch to the OFF position.
4. Open lower louver panel.
5. Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise
to the OFF position (see Figure
43). Do not force.
6. Wait ve (5) minutes to clear out any gas.
Then smell for gas, including near the
oor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B”
in the safety information in column 1. If
you don't smell gas, go to the next step.
7. Turn equipment shutoff valve counterclockwise
not force.
8. Close lower louver panel.
9. Turn on all electric power to appliance.
10. Turn wall switch to the ON position.
11. Visually locate pilot. The ignitor should
begin to spark and the main burner should
ignite once ame appears at pilot.
• If lighting appliance for the rst time
each season, it may take several attempts before the supply gas can reach
pilot and main burners.
• If appliance will not stay lit after several
attempts, follow instructions under To
Turn Off Gas To Appliance and call your
service technician or gas supplier.
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Figure 43 - Turning Equipment Shutoff
Valve to the OFF Position
Pilot
Burner
to the ON position. Do
Pilot Adjustment Screw
Sensing
Rod
Ignitor
Figure 44 - Pilot
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO AppLIANCE
1. Turn off wall switch.
2. Turn off all electric power to appliance if
service is to be performed.
3. Open lower louver panel.
4. Remove front hearth brick and control
access panel.
5. Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise
6. Close lower louver panel.
to OFF. Do not force.
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OPERATION
Continued
OpTIONAL REMOTE
OpERATION
Note: The WRC receiver and hand-held remote control kit must be purchased separately
(see Accessories, page 35). Follow installation instructions on page 26.
1. Turn equipment shutoff valve to ON position. You can now turn burner on and off
with hand-held remote control unit.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to press ON/OFF
buttons on hand-held remote control unit
for up to 3 seconds to assure proper
operation.
2. Press ON/OFF button to turn burner on
and off.
OpERATING OpTIONAL
BLOWER ACCESSORY
Locate blower controls by opening lower
louver panel on replace. Blower controls are
INSPECTING bURNERS
Check pilot ame pattern and burner ame
patterns often.
pILOT ASSEMBLY
The pilot assembly is factory preset for the
proper ame. Alterations may have occurred
during shipping and handling. The pilot is
located on left hand side of burner.
The ame must envelope 1/4" of top of the
ignitor/sensor and grounding stem.
If your pilot assembly does not meet these
requirements:
• Turn adjustment screw marked PILOT
clockwise to decrease or counterclockwise
to increase ame to proper size (see Figure
43, page 28). Do not remove adjustment
screw.
• see Troubleshooting, page 31
located on the left side of switch bracket to
the right just inside louver panel.
The BK manual blower and BKT thermostatically-controlled blower have an ON setting
and an OFF setting. Blower will only run when
switch is in the ON position. In the OFF position, blower will not operate.
Note for BKT Only: If you are using BKT
blower with optional thermostat (wall mounted
or remote control) for replace, your replace
and blower will not turn on and off at the same
time. Fireplace may run for several minutes
before blower turns on. After heater modulates
to the pilot position, blower will continue to run.
Blower will shut off after rebox temperature
decreases.
The blower helps distribute heated air from
replace. Periodically check louvers of rebox
and remove any dust, dirt or other obstructions that will hinder the ow of air.
BURNER FLAME pATTERN
Burner ames will be steady, not lifting or oating. Flame patterns will be different from unit
to unit and will vary depending on installation
type and weather conditions.
If the vent conguration is installed incorrectly,
ames will lift or "ghost". This can be dangerous. Inspect ames after installation to ensure
proper installation and performance.
Figure 46 shows a typical ame pattern.
If burner ame pattern differs from that de-
scribed:
• turn replace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 28)
• see Troubleshooting, page 31
Pilot
Burner
Figure 45 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
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Sensing
Rod
Ignitor/
Sensor
Figure 46 - Typical Flame Pattern
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Turn off replace
and let cool before cleaning.
CAUTION: You must keep
control areas, burners and
circulating air passageways of
replace clean. Inspect these
areas of replace before each
use. Have replace inspected
yearly by a qualied service
person. Fireplace may need
more frequent cleaning due to
excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding material, pet hair, etc.
GLASS DOOR
WARNING: Handle glass
door panel with care. Do not
strike, slam or otherwise abuse
glass. Do not operate replace
with the glass door unlatched,
removed, cracked or broken.
WARNING: Do not use
abrasive cleaners as this may
damage glass. Use a nonabrasive household glass cleaner to
clean glass. Do not clean glass
when hot.
Glass must be cleaned periodically. During
start-up it is normal for condensation to form
on the inside of the glass causing lint, dust and
other airborne particles to cling to the glass
surface. During initial start-up a slight lm may
form on the glass due to paint curing. The
glass should be cleaned several times with a
non-ammonia, nonabrasive household cleaner and warm water after the rst two weeks
of operation. Thereafter, clean the glass two
or three times during each heating season,
depending on the usage and circumstances
present. Refer to Removing/Replacing Glass Door, page 24 of this manual when removing
glass door for cleaning.
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WARNING: Only parts supplied
by the manufacturer should be used
when replacing broken or damaged
glass door panel (see Replacement Parts, page 34). This glass door
panel is a complete unit. No substitute materials may be used.
CAUTION: Wear gloves and
safety glasses while handling or
removing broken glass. Do not remove if glass is hot. Keep children
and pets away from glass.
If glass has been broken, carefully remove
glass door (see Removing/Replacing Glass Door, page 24). Vacuum all glass pieces with
a shop vac.
CAUTION: Do not vacuum if
pieces are hot.
Use only the tempered glass door replacement intended for this replace (see Replace-ment Parts, page 34 for detail on ordering).
No substitutions may be made. See Remov-ing/Replacing Glass Door, page 24 for instructions for replacing glass door.
WARNING: Do not operate replace with the glass door unlatched,
removed, cracked or broken.
pILOT AND BURNERS
• Remove ember material before cleaning
burners and replace when cleaning is
complete.
• Burner and controls should be cleaned
with compressed air to remove dust, dirt
or lint.
• Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled
brush to remove excess dust, dirt or lint.
LOGS
• If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to
Installing Lava Rock and Glowing Embers,
page 25, to properly replace logs.
• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any
carbon buildup on logs.
• Replace log(s) if broken. See Replacement Parts on page 34.
•
Replace ember material periodically as
needed. See Replacement Parts on page 34.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Continued
VENTING SYSTEM
Conduct annual inspection of the venting
system following these guidelines:
1. Check areas of venting system that are
exposed to the weather for corrosion (rust
spots or streaks and, in extreme cases,
holes). Have these items replaced immediately by a qualied service person.
2. Remove the vent cap and shine a ashlight into the vent. Remove any foreign
material.
3. Check for evidence of excessive condensation. Continuous condensation can
cause corrosion of caps, pipes and ttings
and can be caused by having excessive
lateral runs, too many elbows or exterior
portions of the system being exposed to
cold weather.
4. Inspect joints to verify that no pipe section
or tting has been disturbed and loosened. Check mechanical supports such
as wall straps for rigidity.
TROUbLEShOOTING
WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a
qualied service person should service and repair heater.
CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle or similar object to clean
pilot. This can damage pilot unit.
Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON.
The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are:
1. Loose wiring connections
2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve lter
OBSERVED PROBLEM
Ignitor will not spark or pilot
will not light
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pOSSIBLE CAUSE
1. No gas supply or shutoff
valve is OFF
2. Air in gas line
3. Construction debris clogging pilot orice
4. Low gas pressure
5. Kinked pilot line
6. C o n tr o l v al v e i s n o t
opening
7. No power to unit or ignition
module or power transformer is bad
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REMEDY
1. Check to see if you have gas
supply and that equipment
shutoff valve is opened
2. Repeat lighting procedure
several times to purge all air
out of lines. If after repeated
attempts appliance does
not light, call for qualied
service and repair
3. Remov e debris and dirt,
inspect and clean any other
possible obstructions
4. Contact your gas supplier to
check pressure
5. Have a qualied technician
replace pilot line
6. Replace control valve (Refer to Replacement Parts,
page 34)
7. Check that main power is
on and that all wire connections are made correctly to
ignition model (see Wiring Diagram, page 27). Check
for 24 VAC at secondary
side of transformer. If 24
VAC is present and module
do es not oper ate , have
module replaced otherwise
have transformer replaced
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OBSERVED PROBLEM
Pilot will not stay lit
TROUbLEShOOTING
Continued
pOSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Loose wiring on ignitor wire to
ignition module and/or poor
ground to ignition module
2. Pilot flame too low to
sense
REMEDY
1. Check wiring connection.
Refer to wiring diagram (see
Wiring Diagram, page 27)
and/or check ground wire
to ignition module
2. Clean and adjust pilot burner and check gas supply
and inlet pressure to unit
Note: Have a qualied tech-
nician replace pilot assembly if broken or corroded
No gas to burner, although wall
switch and valve are set to the
ON position
Frequent pilot outage
Fireplace produces a clicking/
ticking noise just after burner
is lit or shut off
Slight smoke or odor during
initial operation
1. Wall switch wires defective
or too long
1. Pilot ame may be too low,
causing safety pilot to “drop
out”
2. Improper venting or excessive blockage
1. Metal expanding while heating or contrac ting while
cooling
1. Residues from manufacturing processes and logs
curing
1. Check electrical connections
1. Clean and adjust pilot ame
for maximum flame impingement on thermopile
2. Have vent system inspected, including termination
cap. Remove any restriction
or obstruction
1. This is normal with most
fireplaces. If noise is excessive, contact qualied
service person
1. Problem will stop after a few
hours of operation
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TROUbLEShOOTING
Continued
WARNING: If you smell gas
• Shut off gas supply.
• 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.
OBSERVED PROBLEM
Gas odor even when control
knob is in OFF position
Gas odor during combustion
Glass soots
Dark residue on logs or
inside of replace
pOSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Gas leak. See Warn-
ing statement at top of
page
2. Control valve defective
1. Foreign matter between
control valve and burner
2. Gas leak. See Warn-
ing statement at top of
page
1. Debris around burner air
mixer
2. Improper vent configuration
1. Air holes at burner inlet
blocked
2. B u r ne r f l am e h ol e s
blocked
3. Improper venting or excessive blockage
4. Ex cessi ve amo unts of
embers and pan material
REMEDY
1. Locate and correct all leaks
(see Checking Gas Connec-tions, page 23)
2. Replace control valve
1. Take apart gas tubing and remove foreign matter
2. Locate and correct all leaks
(see Checking Gas Connec-tions, page 23)
1. Inspect ope ni ng at base of
burner by removing log/grate
assembly to see that it is NOT
packed with any type of material [see Installing Brick Lin-
er Models BL36DA(SA) and
BL36DHA(SA), page 26 for log/
1. Clean out air holes at burner
inlets. Periodically repeat as
needed
2. Remove blockage
3. Have vent system inspected,
including termination cap. Remove any restrictions or obstruction
4. Clear excess embers until a
minimum gap of 1/2" remains
under grate
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Note: Use only original replacement parts.
This will protect your warranty coverage for
parts replaced under warranty.
Contact authorized dealers of this product.
If they can’t supply original replacement
pa r t (s), ca l l FMI PROD U CTS, LL C at
1-866-328-4537.
SERVICE hINTS
REPLACEMENT PARTS
When Gas pressure Is Too Low
• pilot will not stay lit
• burners will have delayed ignition
• replace will not produce specied heat
• propane/LP gas supply might be low (propane/LP units only)
You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If
so, contact your local gas supplier.
SPECIFICATIONS
VC36NE, VVC36NE, VCC36NE and
VVCC36NE
• Rating: 22,400/32,000 Btu/hr
• Gas Type: Natural Gas Only
• Ignition: Electronic
• Manifold Pressure: 3.5" w.c.
• Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure: 5.5" w.c.
• Firebox Dimensions (HxWxD) (Flanges and
Standoffs Not Included in Measurement):
36" x 41" x 21
1
/8" (91 x 104 x 54 cm)
When calling, have ready:
• your name
• your address
• model and serial numbers of your heater
• how heater was malfunctioning
• purchase date
Usually, we will ask you to return the part to
the factory.
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.
You can also visit FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s
web site at www.fmiproducts.com.
VC36PE, VVC36PE, VCC36PE and
VVCC36PE
• Rating: 20,000/28,000 Btu/hr
• Gas Type: Propane/LP Gas Only
• Ignition: Electronic
• Manifold Pressure: 10" w.c.
• Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure: 11" w.c.
• Firebox Dimensions (HxWxD) (Flanges and
Standoffs Not Included in Measurement):
36" x 41" x 21
1
/8" (91 x 104 x 54 cm)
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ACCESSORIES
NOTICE: All accessories may
not be available for all replace
models.
Purchase these accessories from your local
dealer. If they can not supply these accessories
call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537
for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
bone
BL36DHS-A - Standard Refractory Herringbone
This brick liner adds a touch of style to your
direct-vent replace. Complete installation
and operation instructions included in this
manual.
pROpANE/NATURAL GAS
CONVERSION KIT
PCDE-36VC - Propane/LP Gas
NCDE-36VC - Natural Gas
PT36 - Black
PT36B - Brushed Brass
PT36P - Platinum
MANUAL BLOWER KIT - BK
Manual variable control blower accessory
provides better heat distribution. Complete installation and operation instructions included
in this manual.
THERMOSTATICALLY-
CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT - BKT
Provides better heat distribution. Blower turns
off and on automatically, as needed. Complete installation and operation instructions
included in this manual.
REMOTE CONTROL KIT - WRC
SERIES
Standard ON/OFF electronic remote control kit.
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PARTS
6
7
22
19
20
15
2
14
21
8
1
4
13
9
16
3
18
5
17
23
10
11
12
24
25
26
28
28
29
29
27
MODELS (V)VC36(NE)(PE), (V)VCC36(NE)(PE), SERIES
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your replace. When ordering parts, follow the
PARTS
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual.
BURNER ASSEMBLY MODELS (V)VC36(NE)(PE), AND (V)VCC36(NE)(PE)
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PARTS
BURNER ASSEMBLY MODELS (V)VC36(NE)(PE) AND (V)VCC36(NE)(PE)
This list contains replaceable parts used in your replace. When ordering parts, follow the
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual.
KEY
NO. PART NO.DESCRIpTIONQTY.
1**Burner Pan Assembly1
2**Base Grate 1
3**Bottom Firebox Base1
426808Valve Bracket1
511107Screw, #10-32 x 1/4 Zinc4
6**Firebox Bottom1
711102Screw, #8-32 x 3/8 Zinc2
8121877-01 Aluminum Tubing Assembly1
9111288-02 Flex Gas Line1
10 108866-01 Electric Pilot Assembly NG1
108866-02 Electric Pilot Assembly LP1
1114569Electric Valve Assembly NG1
14570Electric Valve Assembly LP1
12 11165Screw #10 x 5/8 Zinc1
13 111913-01 Burner Base Gasket1
14 14500Brass Fitting2
15 116345-01 Pilot Bracket1
16 26827Switch Bracket1
17 11226Flat Washer, 7/8" ID x 1
18 11214Bulkhead Fitting with Washer1
19 14296Elbow, 3/8"1
20 24873Gas Orice #36 NG1
23097Gas Orice #52 LP1
21 11186Screw, #8 x 32 x 1 Zinc2
22 110286-01 Ignition Module1
23 11147Screw, 10-24 x 1/2 BLK2
24 14129Transformer, 24 V Class 21
25 116659-01 Crimp-on Terminal Ring1
26 108863-01 24" Supply Connect Plug1
27 14149Spade 1/4 F RT. Angle4
28 1412616 GA Green Wire1
29 1413418 GA Black Wire5
30 14520Spade 1/4 Female Connector4
31 17223Magnet2
32 23416Electronic Components Board1
33 11201Nut, 8-32 Hex Zinc4
** Not a eld replaceable part.
1
/4" OD2
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WARRANTy
KEEP ThIS WARRANTy
Model (
located on product or identication tag
Serial No. (
located on product or identication tag
Date Purchased __________________________
Keep receipt for warranty verication.
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC LIMITED WARRANTIES
Standard Warranty: FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of four (4) years from the date of rst purchase from an authorized dealer
provided the product has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s
warnings and instructions.
For products purchased for commercial, industrial or rental usage, this warranty is limited to 90 days from the date
of rst purchase.
Limited Warranty: FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warrants factory reconditioned products and any parts thereof to be
free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days from the date of rst purchase from an authorized dealer
provided the product has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s
warnings and instructions.
The following terms apply to all of the above warranties:
Always specify model number and serial number when contacting the manufacturer. To make a claim under this
warranty the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must be presented.
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser when purchased from an authorized dealer, and only
when installed by a qualied installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with this product.
This warranty covers the cost of part(s) required to restore this product to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Authorized Service Center or a provider approved by
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC. Warranty parts must be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure to use original factory replacement
parts voids this warranty.
Travel, handling, transportation, diagnostic, material, labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs,
unless expressly covered by this warranty, are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of
the owner.
Excluded from this warranty are products or parts that fail or become damaged due to misuse, accidents, improper
installation, lack of proper maintenance, tampering, or alteration(s).
This is FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s exclusive warranty, and to the full extent allowed by law; this express warranty
excludes any and all other warranties, express or implied, written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all
implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose to four (4) years on
new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of rst purchase. FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
makes no other warranties regarding this product.
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s liability is limited to the purchase price of the product, and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC shall not
be liable for any other damages whatsoever under any circumstances including indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
For information about this warranty contact:
New products
Factory Reconditioned products
Terms Common to All Warranties
) _____________________________
) __________________________
2701 S. Harbor Blvd.
Santa Ana, CA 92704
1-866-328-4537
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08/10
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