FMI 36R Series, 36L Series, I36R Series, I36L Series, 36RS Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
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36" OPEN CORNER CIRCULATING (LOUVERED)
WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
PFS
®
USC
ICC-ES #ESR-2542
OPEN CORNER WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE
(V)36R(S) Right Side Opening; (V)I36R(S) Right Side Opening (Fully Insulated)
(V)36L(S) Left Side Opening; (V)I36L(S) Left Side Opening (Fully Insulated)
SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning
fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANS Z21.60, Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free
gas log heater approved to ANS Z21.1 1.2 standard. A FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC hood must be installed when using a
vent-free gas log set (see Accessories, page 16).
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127CAN/ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
APPLIANCE and is listed and tested by the PFS Corporation.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause injury , property
damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assistance or additional information. Consult a qualified
installer or local distributor.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Product Dimensions ............................................3
Fireplace Installation............................................ 4
Venting Installation .............................................. 6
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 12
Operation and Maintenance Guidelines ............ 14
Technical Service............................................... 16
Replacement Parts ............................................16
Accessories ..................................................17-18
SAFETY
IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this fireplace.
This fireplace model is a wood burning fireplace
intended and approved for installation in either
residential homes or buildings of standard
construction. This fireplace system requires
the utilization of FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s 8",
double-wall, and snap lock flue pipe system.
Optional glass doors in several finishes are
available for this fireplace (see Replacement
Parts and Accessories on page 16).
Before beginning the installation of the
fireplace, read these instructions through
completely.
• This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC fireplace and
its components are safe when installed
according to this installation manual. Use
of any components that have not been
designed and tested for this fireplace
system may cause a fire hazard.
• TheFMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will
be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
disclaims any responsibility for the following actions.
a. Modification of the fireplace, compo-
nents, doors, chimney system, air inlet
system, damper control, etc..
b. Use of any component part not manu-
factured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC in combination with a FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC fireplace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation of
the fireplace.
WARNING: Do not install a
fireplace insert in this firebox unless the manufacturer's instructions with the insert specifically
state this fireplace has been
tested for use with the insert.
This fireplace is not intended to be
used as a substitute for a furnace
to heat an entire home. Use for
supplemental heat only .
This model is not for use in
manufactured housing (mobile
homes).
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline
or any other flammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located
out of traffic and away from
furniture and draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other
flammable materials on or near
the appliance.
• Never leave children unat-
tended when a fire is burning
in the fireplace.
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SAFETY
Continued
WARNING: Use solid wood
or processed solid fuel fire logs
only. When processed wood
fuel fire logs are used, do not
poke or stir the logs while they
are burning. Use only fire logs
that have been evaluated for
the application in fireplace and
refer to fire log warnings and
caution markings on packaging
prior to use.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
31"
22"
7
18
42 1/2"
/8"
40"
39
1
/8"
13"
22
3
/4"
WARNING: Always leave glass
doors fully opened or fully closed
when operating fireplace.
WARNING: Children and
adults should be alerted to the
hazards of high surface temperatures and to stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition. Y oung
children should be carefully supervised when in the same room
as fireplace.
7"
36"
1
/8"
39
3
8"
8
/4"
1
10
/2"
1
/4"
16
20"
Figure 1 - Dimensions
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20"
12"
FIREPLACE INSTALLA TION
GLOSSARY
Flush Installation - type of installation
where front face of fireplace is even or level
with wall.
Chase Installation - type of installation where
chimney is enclosed.
Perpendicular Side Wall - applies to
minimum clearance between side wall and
fireplace opening.
Nailing Flange - extended part on both
sides of fireplace face that secures fireplace
to wall.
Termination - cap that is placed at end of
chimney pipe.
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efficient
location for the fireplace, consider the follow-
ing guidelines:
• The location must allow for proper clearances (see below).
• Consider a location where the fireplace will
not be affected by drafts, air conditioning
ducts, windows or doors.
• A location that avoids the cutting of joists or
roof rafters will make installation easier.
• If an outside air kit is to be installed, accessibility to outside combustion air must
be considered. This can also be achieved
through a vented crawl space in some cases
(see Optional Outside Air Kit on page 6).
• If gas line is to be installed, consider location
of gas supply.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES
Back and sides of fireplace 3/4" min.
Top Spacers 0"
Perpendicular side wall to
opening of unit 14" min.
Bottom of fireplace to floor
(step 2 of Framing)
Mantel clearances see page 5
Chimney outer pipe surfaces 2" min.
Chase inside dimension 16
0" min.
1
/2" min.
WARNING: Do not pack air
spaces with insulation or any
other material. Do not obstruct
fireplace openings (ie. louvers,
etc.) with any type of facing
material. Combustible material
must not be in contact with back
of front face of fireplace.
FRAMING
1. Frame opening for fireplace using dimensions shown in Figures 2 and 3.
2. If fireplace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any
combustible material other than wood
flooring; fireplace must be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending full width
and depth of fireplace.
3. Set fireplace directly in front of opening
and slide unit back until nailing flanges
touch side framing.
4. Check level of fireplace and shim with
sheet metal if necessary.
38 5/8"
43"
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
Figure 2 - Framing Dimensions
2x4 Stud for
Nailing Flange
Back and Side
52"
Minimum
Perpendicular
Wall
Figure 3 - Corner Installation
21 1/2"
16 1/2"
107/8"
24" Min. to
Unprotected
Wall
Combustible
Wall
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Continued
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing, ember protector (provided) must
be placed between hearth extension (not
supplied) and under bottom front edge
of fireplace to protect against glowing
embers falling through. If fireplace is to
be installed on a raised platform, a Z-type
ember protector (not supplied) must be
fabricated to fit your required platform
height. Ember protector should extend
under fireplace a minimum of 1". Ember
protector should be made of galvanized
sheet metal (28 gauge minimum) to prevent corrosion (see Figure 5).
6. Using screws or nails, secure fireplace to
the framing through flanges located on
sides of the fireplace (see Figure 4).
For example, if the material selected has a K
factor of 0.25, such as glass fiber, the following
formula would apply:
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required
0.84
If hearth extension is to be covered, use non-
combustible material such as tile, slate, brick,
concrete, metal, glass, marble, stone, etc.
Provide a means to prevent hearth extension
from shifting and seal gap between fireplace
frame and hearth extension with non-combustible material (see Figure 5).
WARNING: Hearth extension is
to be installed only as described.
Seal Cap
Nailing
Flange
Nail or
Screw
Figure 4 - Nailing Flanges
HEARTH EXTENSION
A hearth extension is required to protect combustible floor constructed in front of fireplace.
The hearth extension is not included and must
be fabricated, The hearth extension must
project at lease 12" one side and 20" on other
side of fireplace opening.
Hearth extension must be made of noncombustible, inorganic material having an effective
thermal conductivity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT,
HR. F (or less) at 1" thick.
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can
be obtained from manufacturer or supplier
of noncombustible material. The minimum
required thickness ofr any material could be
obtained by the following formula:
K factor at 1" = thickness required
0.84
Ember Protector
Do Not Block Louver
Figure 5 - Hearth Extensions
Hearth
Extension
Seal Cap
Hearth
Extension
Ember
Protector
MANTEL CLEARANCES
Woodwork such as wood trims, mantels or
any other combustible material must not be
placed at least 9" above opening of fireplace
(see Figure 6, page 6).
Combustible materials above 9" and projecting
more than 1
must not be at least 12" above fireplace opening
(NFPA STD 21 1, Sec. 7-3.3.3).
Mantels or any other combustible material
may also come up to the side edge of the
black metal face of the fireplace. Clearances
from side of fireplace to any combustible
material and wall should fall within the limits
show in Figure 7, page 6.
1
/2" from the fireplace front face
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FIREPLACE INSTALLA TION
12 1/4" Ref.
6"
Ref.
33°
3" Nom.
12" Min.
11/2" Max.
9" Min.
Fireplace Opening
Figure 6 - Mantel Clearances
Combustible
Material
Safe
Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
Upper
Section of
Fireplace
VENTING INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(Models AK4 or AK4F)
The installation of an outside air kit should be
performed during the rough framing of the fire-
place due to the nature of it’s location. Outside
combustion air is accessed through and exterior
wall (AK4) or a vented crawl space (AK4F). See
Figure 8 and Accessories on page 16.
Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas
where inlet opening may be blocked by snow,
bushes or other obstacles. It should also be
located beyond the reach of children.
CAUTION: Air ducts must
not terminate in attic space or
garage.
Continued
Example 1: The face of a mantel, bookshelf,
etc. is made of combustible material and pro-
3
trudes 2
is installed. The combustible material must be a
minimum of 4" from side of fireplace opening.
Example 2: The face of a mantel, bookshelf,
etc. is made of combustible material and
protrudes 11/16" from the wall on which the
fireplace is installed. The combustible material
can butt up against side of fireplace (i.e. 1"
from fireplace opening.
Minimum 14" from Perpendicular Side Wall
Outside air handle is located on left-hand side
of fireplace refractory (see Figure 9 on page
7, Model 36R shown). To close, pull done; to
open, push up. Always open mechanism when
starting a fire to provide adequate outside
combustion air. Close mechanism when not in
use to prevent cold air from entering room.
/4" from the wall on which the fireplace
No Combustible
Material on Face
of Firebox
Fireplace
Opening
1" Both
Sides
Example 1
Example 2
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Figure 7 - Minimum Side Clearances
Secure to Collars with
Duct Tape or Screws
Air Inlet
Location
Must Allow
For Bushes
or Snow
9 5/
8 15/
8 1/
7 9/
6 7/
6 3/
5 1/
4 13/
4 1/
3 7/
2 3/
2 1/
3
1
11/16
8
16
4
16
8
16
2
16
8
16
4
16
/
8
The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the flue gas outlet of the
termination.
For further details on installation of outside air
kit, please refer to instructions included with
air kit. For operating instructions, please refer
to your owner’s manual.
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Vented Crawl Space
(Check Local Codes
Before Installing in a
Vented Crawl Space)
Figure 8 - Air Kit Installation
Air Inlet
Termination
Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation
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