FMI F48HIRA, VF48HIRA User Manual

RESIDENTIAL WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE

PFS

USC

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

F48H(I)(R)A AND

VF48H(I)(R)A

48" WOOD BURNING

FIREPLACE

WITH HERRINGBONE

MASONRY BRICK

®

IF FIREPLACE IS TO BE INSTALLED DIRECTLY ON
ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, A HEARTH SPACER
IS REQUIRED.

SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain re­placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.

This replace is approved for use as a wood burning re­place or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS
Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas
log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard.

This wood burning replace complies with UL127-CAN/
ULC-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLIANCE.

FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such

as the municipal building department, re department,

etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter­mine the need to obtain a permit.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

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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 assis-

tance or additional information. Consult a qualied

installer or local distributor.

Safety .................................................................. 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Specications ...................................................... 3

Installation ........................................................... 4

Firebrick Wall Installation ....................................11

Optional Gas Line .............................................. 14

Glass Door Installation ...................................... 18

SAFETY

IMPORTANT: Check local codes

before installing this replace.

Before beginning the installation of the
fireplace, read these instructions through
completely.

• This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC replace and
its components are safe when installed
according to this installation manual.
Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
components, which have been designed
and tested for the replace system, you
may cause a re hazard.

• The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will
be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
disclaims any responsibility for the following
actions.

a. Modification of the fireplace, com-

ponents, doors, air inlet system and
damper control.

b. Use of any component part not manufac-

tured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC in combination with a FMI PROD-

UCTS, LLC replace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation
of the replace. Consult the local building
codes as to the particular requirements
concerned with the installation of all factory
built replaces.

WARNING: Do not install a

replace insert in this box unless

the manufacturer's instructions

with the insert specically state
this replace has been tested for

use with this insert.

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Operation and Maintenance .............................. 16

Technical Service............................................... 17

Replacement Parts ............................................ 17

Parts .................................................................. 18

Accessories ....................................................... 19

This replace is not intended to

be used as a substitute for a fur­nace to heat an entire home. Use
for supplemental heat only.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use gasoline
or any other ammable vapors

or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.

• Due to high temperatures, the

appliance should be located

out of trafc and away from

furniture and draperies.

• Do not place clothing or other
ammable materials on or near

the appliance.

• Never leave children unat­tended when a re is burning
in the replace.

WARNING: Use solid wood

or processed solid fuel re logs

only. When processed wood

fuel re logs are used, do not

poke or stir the logs while they

are burning. Use only re logs

that have been evaluated for

the application in replace and
refer to re log warnings and

caution markings on packaging
prior to use.

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SAFETY

Continued

WARNING: Always leave glass

doors fully opened or fully closed

when operating replace.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODELS F48H(I)(R)A AND VF48H(I)(R)A

ROUND TOP

TERMINATION

No Combustible

Material on Front

Face Except for

Mantel Applications

PLANTATION FIREPLACE

WITH HEARTH SPACER

(REQUIRED FOR

24"

COMBUSTIBLE FLOORS)

33.5"

30"

48"

18" Min. to
Perpendicular
Wall

Hearth
Extension
72" X 20"

42.375"

60.625"

30.31"

WARNING: If replace is

to be installed on combustible
material, a Hearth Spacer must
be used. See Replacement and
Accessory Parts on page 18.

SQUARE

CHASE-TOP

TERMINATION

2" Chimney Airspace
Clearance to Combustible
Material

1.5" Airspace
Back and Sides

Outside Air
Access Location

Gas Line
Access Location

Hearth Spacer
(Required for
Combustible Floor)

0" to Bottom

12" Min.

15.625"

14.375"

0.625"

Each Side

22"

71.5"

65.75"

76.25"*

42"

7.625" 7.625"

8.875"

14.375"

17.5"

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48"

60.625"

*With Hearth Spacer

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43.75"

4.75"
1"

12.875"
Secure Fireplace
To Hearth Spacer
Using Straps

INSTALLATION

SELECTING FIREPLACE LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efcient
location for the replace, you must take into
consideration the following guidelines:

1. The location must allow for proper clear­ances (see Figures 1 and 2).

2. Consider a location where the replace
will not be affected by drafts, air condition­ing ducts, windows or doors.

3. A location that avoids the cutting of
joists or roof rafters will make installation
easier.

4. An outside air kit is available with this
replace (see Optional Outside Air Kit on
page 5).

MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES

Back and sides of replace 1 1/2" min.*
Front of replace 48" min.
Floor** 0" min.
Perpendicular wall to opening 18" min.
Top spacers 0" min.
Mantel clearance see Mantels,

page 5
Chimney outer pipe surface 2" min.

* Not required at nailing anges
** See step 2 of Framing

WARNING: Do not pack re­quired air spaces with insulation
or other materials.

Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height

The minimum height of the chimney, mea­sured from the base of the replace to the
ue gas outlet of the termination, is 16 feet for
straight ue or a ue with one elbow set. The
maximum distance between elbows is 6 feet.
For systems with two elbow sets, the minimum
height is 22 feet. The maximum height of any
system is 50 feet. This measurement includes
the replace, chimney sections and the height
of the termination assembly at the level of the
ue gas outlet (see Figure 15, page 9).

FRAMING

1. Frame the opening for the replace using
the dimensions shown in Figures 1 and 2.

2. If the replace is to be installed directly
on carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or
any combustible material including wood
ooring, the replace must be installed

on a hearth spacer designed for use with
this replace (see Replacement and Ac-
cessory Parts, page 18).

3. Set the replace directly in front of this
opening and slide the unit back until the
nailing anges touch the side framing.

4. Check the level of the replace and shim
with sheet metal if necessary.

5. Before securing replace to prepared fram­ing, the ember protector (provided) must be
placed between the hearth extension (not
supplied) and under the bottom front edge
of the replace to protect against glowing
embers falling through. If the replace is
to be installed on a raised platform, a Z­type ember protector (not supplied) must
be fabricated to t your required platform
height. The ember protector should extend
under the replace a minimum of 1 1/2". The
ember protector should be made of galva­nized sheet metal (28 gauge minimum to
prevent corrosion.

6. Using screws or nails, secure the replace
to the framing through anges located on
the sides of the replace.

71.5"

65.7"

76.375"*

60.875"

* With Hearth Spacer

Secure Fireplace
To Hearth Spacer
Using Straps Provided
(Sides and Rear)

31.625"

Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions

Maintain 1 1/2"

Clearance at Sides and

Back of Fireplace

1

1

/2" Clearance

Not Required at

78.875"

107.3"

Nailing Flanges

Figure 2 - Corner Installation

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INSTALLATION

Continued

HEARTH EXTENSION

A hearth extension projecting a minimum of
20" in front of and a minimum of 12" beyond
each side of the replace opening is required
to protect combustible floor construction
in front of the replace. Fabricate a hearth
extension using a material which meets the
following specications: a layer of noncom­bustible, inorganic material having a thermal
conductivity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or
less) at 1" thick. For example, if the material
selected has a K factor of 0.25, such as glass
ber, the following formula would apply:

0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required

0.84

Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be
obtained from the manufacturer or supplier of
the noncombustible material. If the hearth ex­tension is to be covered, use noncombustible
material such as tile, slate, brick, concrete,
metal, glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a
means to prevent the hearth extension from
shifting and seal gap between the replace
frame and hearth extension with a noncom­bustible material (see Figure 3).

WARNING: Hearth extension

is to be installed only as shown
in Figure 3.

Seal Gap

Fireplace Front

MANTELS

A mantel may be installed if desired (see
Figure 4). Woodwork such as wood trims,
mantels or any other combustible material
projecting from the front face must not be
placed within 12" of the replace opening.
Combustible materials above 12" and pro­jecting more than 1 1/2" from the replace
must not be placed less than 15" from the
top opening of the replace (NFPA STD 211,
Sec. 7-3.3.3).

Mantels or any other combustible material
also may come up to the side edge of the
black metal face of the replace just as long
as the projection from the front face fall within
the limit shown in Figure 4.

Combustible
Material

Safe

Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials

Upper

Section of

Fireplace

6"

Ref.

15" Min.

12" Min.

12 1/4" Ref.

33°

3" Nom.

11/2" Max.

Ember Protector

Fireplace Front
Raised Hearth

Ember Protector

Fireplace Front
Elevated

Ember Protector

Figure 3 - Hearth Extension

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Seal Gap

Hearth

Extension

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OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT

(MODEL AK4/AK4F)

Installation of an outside air kit should be per­formed during rough framing of replace due
to nature of it's location. Outside combustion
air is accessed through a vented crawl space
(AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4). This re­place is equipped with a barometric damper
which allow outside air to ow into replace
automatically when needed.

Fireplace Opening

Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances to

Combustible Material

INSTALLATION

Continued

CAUTION: Combustion air
inlet ducts shall not terminate
in attic space.

The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the ue gas outlet of the

termination.

Secure to Collars with Metal Tape, Screws
or Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20" in size)

Air Inlet
Location
Must Allow
For Bushes
or Snow

Air Inlet
Eyebrow

Vented Crawl Space
(Check Local Codes
Before Installing in a
Vented Crawl Space)

Figure 5 - Outside Air Kit

CHIMNEY PIPE

FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system
consists of 12", 18", 24", 36"' and 48" snap­lock, double-wall pipe segments, planned
for maximum adaptability to individual site
requirements. Actual lengths gained after t­ting overlaps must be taken into consideration
(lineal gain) and are given in lineal gain chart
(see Figure 6). Lineal gain is the actual mea­surable length of a part after two or more parts
are connected. For Canada, use chimney parts
designated "HT".

WARNING: The opening in the
collar around the chimney at the

top of the replace must not be

obstructed. Never use blown insula-

tion to ll the chimney enclosure.

Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation

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PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN (IN)

48" Plantation Fireplace 66 1/2"

12-12DM

12-12HT

18-12DM

18-12HT

24-12DM

24-12HT

36-12DM

36-12HT

48-12DM

48-12HT
RLT-12D

RLT-12HT

STL-12D

* The lineal gain for the terminations is mea­sured to the ue gas outlet height.

15" Galvanized
Outer Pipe

12 3/8"

Stainless
Inner Pipe

LINEAL GAIN

Pipe Section 10 5/8"

Pipe Section 16 5/8"

Pipe Section 23 5/8"

Pipe Section 34 5/8"

Pipe Section 46 5/8"

Round

Termination

Square Chase-

Top with Slip

Section

Figure 6 - Lineal Gain

*

7 3/4"

7" to 15"*

Hemmed
End

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM

Each double wall chimney section consists of
a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel in­ner ue pipe and a wire spacer. Pipe sections
must be assembled independently as chimney
is installed. When connecting chimney directly
to replace, inner ue pipe section must be
installed rst with lanced side up. Outer pipe
section can then be installed over ue pipe
section with hemmed end up. Press down
on each pipe section until lances securely
engage hem on replace starter. Wire will
assure proper spacing between inner and
outer pipe sections.

Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined above, making sure both inner and
outer pipe sections are locked together. When
installing double wall snap-lock chimney to­gether, it is important to assure joint between
chimney sections is locked. Check by pulling
chimney upward after locking. Chimney will
not come apart if properly locked. It is not
necessary to add screws to keep chimney
together (exception, see Figure 9, page 8).

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INSTALLATION

Continued

USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-12DM)

1.

To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48"
length of double wall pipe (see offset chart
and Figure 7).

OFFSET

OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT)

Return
Elbow

RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH

A B 12" 18" 24" 36" 48"

4 3/8" 16 3/8"
9 3/4" 25 1/2"

12 3/4" 30 3/4"

15" 34 3/4"

18" 40"
21 1/4" 46 1/4"
23 3/4" 49 1/4"
27 3/4" 56 3/4"

30" 60 3/4"

33" 66"

36" 71"
38 1/4" 75"
41 1/4" 80 1/4"

45" 86 3/4"
46 3/4" 89 1/2"

51" 97"
53 1/4" 101"
56 1/4" 106 1/4"
59 1/4" 111 1/2"

61 3/4" 115 1/2"
64 3/4" 120 3/4"
68 1/4" 127"

70" 130"
74 1/4" 137 1/2"
76 3/4" 141 1/2"
79 3/4" 146 3/4"

Offset
Elbow

Offset
Elbow

ELBOW SET ONLY

1

1

1

1 1

1

1 1

1 1

1 1

2

1 1 1

2

1 1 1

1 1
2

1 1 1

1 2

1 2

2 1
1 1 2
1 2 1

1 2 1

4

Return
Elbow

6' Max.

6' Max.

Offset
Elbow

1

1

2

Offset
Elbow

Return
Elbow

2.

Chimney weight above offset rests on re­turn elbow. Straps must be securely nailed
to rafters or joists (see Figure 8, details A
and B).

3. Maximum length of pipe between supports
(return elbow or 12S-12DM) is 6' of angle
run. Maximum of two 6' angle run sections
per chimney system (see Figure 7).

4. All pipe connections between the offset
and return must be secured with two
screws on the outer pipe only (see Figure
9, page 8). Do not penetrate the inner
stainless.

See Detail A

2" Min.

Straps

Angle Firestop

Straps

Detail A

Return Elbow

Figure 8 - Ceiling Support Pipe

6' Max.

6' Max.

Detail B

Straps

Offset
Elbow

Straps

12S-12DM

Return
Elbow

Ceiling
Support Pipe
12S-12DM

See Detail B

Return
Elbow

6' Max.

6' Max.

A B C

Figure 7 - Typical Offset Terminations

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Continued

Screws

B

A

Figure 9 - Elbow Offset

FIRESTOP SPACERS (FS-10)

Firestop spacers are required at each point
where chimney penetrates a floor space.
Their purpose is to establish and maintain
required clearance between chimney and
combustible materials. When pipe passes
through a framed opening into a living space
above, restop must be placed onto ceiling
from below as shown in Figure 10.

They also provide complete separation from
one oor space to another or attic space as
required by most codes. When the double wall
pipe passes through a framed opening into an
attic space, the restop must be placed into
an attic oor as shown in Figure 11.

Existing
Ceiling
Frame

PENETRATING ROOF

To maintain a 2" clearance to pipe on roof with
a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut.

1. Determine center point through which pipe
will penetrate roof.

2. Determine center point of roof. Pitch is
the distance the roof drops over a given
span, usually 12".

3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 12) to
determine correct opening length and
ashing required.

4. Remove shingles around opening mea­sured. Cut out this section.

5. Add next sections of pipe until end
penetrates roof line. Check to see that
proper clearances are maintained. Extend
chimney by adding sections of double wall
pipe until pipe is minimum of 30" above
highest point of roof cutout. Termination
and chimney must extend a minimum of
36" above highest point where it passes
through roof.

19.5" Min.

2" Min.

2" Min.

30" Min.

2" Min.

Firestop

Spacer

Screws or
Staples
(Min. of 8)

Figure 10 - Firestop Spacer with Living

Space Above Ceiling

Firestop

Spacer

Screws or Staples
(Min. of 8)

Existing
Ceiling
Frame

Figure 11 - Firestop Spacer with Attic

Space Above Ceiling

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Opening "A"

Pitch Slope Opening

"A" Max.

Flat 0° 19.5" V6F-10DM

0-6/12 26.6° 22' V6F-10DM

6/12-12/12 45.0° 27" V12F-10DM

Used Flashing

Model No.

Figure 12 - Roof Opening Measurements

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INSTALLATION

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FLASHING INSTALLATION (V6F-10DM
OR V12F-10DM)

Determine ashing to be used with roof open­ing chart. Slide ashing over pipe until base is
at against roof. Replace as many shingles as
needed to cover exposed area and ashing
base. Secure in position by nailing through
shingles (see Figure 13). DO NOT NAIL
THROUGH FLASHING CONE.

Storm
Collar

Flashing
Cone

Nail Only
Outer
Perimeter
of Flashing

Underlap
Shingles
at Bottom

Figure 13 - Flashing Installation

Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof

When installing the ashing on a metal roof,
it is required that putty tape be used between
the ashing and the roof. The ashing must be
secured to the roof using #8 x 3/4" screws and
then sealed with roof coating to prevent leak­age through the screw holes. A roof coating
must also be applied around the perimeter of
the ashing to provide a proper seal.

Storm Collar Installation (SC2-1)

Place storm collar over pipe and slide down
until it is snug against open edge of ashing
(see Figure 14). Apply waterproof caulk around
perimeter of collar to provide a proper seal.

Chimney
Pipe

Storm
Collar

Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides Only

Waterproof
Caulk

Flashing

Terminations/Spark Arrestor

Fireplace system must be terminated with
listed round top or chase terminations. In any
case, refer to installation instructions supplied
with termination.

CAUTION: Do not seal open-

ings on the rooftop ashing.

Follow installation instructions
provided with termination being
used.

Stainless
Inner Flue
Pipe

Secure
Termination
to Outer
Pipe with 3
Screws

Overlap
Shingles (Top
and Sides of
Flashing Base)

Figure 15 - Termination

CHASE INSTALLATIONS

Instructions for chase installations are includ­ed with the chase style termination chosen.
In a multiple chase installation, be sure to
provide adequate distance between termi­nations to prevent smoke spillage from one
termination to another. Terminations must be
separated a minimum of 24" center to center
and stacked at a minimum vertical height dif­ference of 18" (see Figure 16, page 10).

Note: If a decorative shroud is to be installed,

contact the manufacturer for specications.

RLT-12D
(Shown)

Level of
Flue Gas
Outlet

Waterproof
Caulking

Storm
Collar

Flashing

Underlap
Shingles

Figure 14 - Storm Collar

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Continued

18"

Min.

Typ.

24" Min.

24" Min.

Figure 16 - Multiple Chase Installation

10 FOOT RULE

All ue gas outlet chimney terminations must
extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above
highest point where it passes through the roof
and must be at least 2 feet above highest point
of the roof that is within a horizontal distance
of 10 feet (see Figure 17).

3' Min.

Level of
Flue Gas
Outlet

10'

2' Min.

3' Min.

10'

2' Min.

Figure 17 - 10 Foot Rule

FINISHING FIREPLACE

Combustible materials, such as wallboard,
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,
etc. may make direct contact with sides and
top around the replace face. It is important
that combustible materials do not overlap face
itself. Brick, glass, tile or other noncombustible
materials may overlap front face provided they
do not obstruct essential openings like louvered
slots or any other opening. When overlapping
with a noncombustible facing material, use only
noncombustible mortar or adhesive.

CAUTION: All gas piping
and connections must be tested
for leaks after the installation
is completed. After ensuring
that the gas valve is on, apply
soap and water solution to all
connections and joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak. Correct
all leaks at once. DO NOT USE
AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK
TESTING AND DO NOT OPER­ATE ANY APPLIANCE IF A LEAK
IS DETECTED. LEAK TESTING
SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALI­FIED SERVICE PERSON.

WARNING: Do not operate an
unvented gas log set in this re­place with the chimney removed.

If you install a decorative gas appliance
(vented gas log), the decorative gas appliance
must comply with the Standard for Decorative

Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel

Burning Fireplaces, ANS Z21.60 or Z21.84

and shall also be installed in accordance with

the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54 latest edition.

WARNING: If replace has

been used for wood burning,

rebox and chimney must be

cleaned of soot, creosote and

ashes by a qualied chimney

cleaner. Creosote will ignite if
heavily heated.

WARNING: When using
a decorative vented gas log,
damper must be removed or
permanently locked in the fully
open position and glass doors
must be in fully open position.

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FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: Installation of brick
should be done after the re­place is placed in a permanent
location.

1. The replace is shipped with the hearth
preinstalled. It is held in place for ship­ping with 3 shipping brackets (Figure 19).
Remove these brackets before installing
any of the other rebrick walls.

Shipping
Brackets

Figure 19 - Removing Shipping Brackets

2. Install the left and right rebrick walls.
There is a bracket with 2 tabs on the
bottom of each rebrick wall. Angle the
wall into the replace opening and into
the slots on the side of the hearth (Figure

20), then tilt the top of the panel toward
the rebox surround.

Slot

Right Face

3. Secure the rebrick wall using two of the
side retaining brackets provided. The
bracket will slip underneath the metal lip
on the top of the wall and screw into the
inner dome of the replace (Figure 21).

Right Wall

Retaining

Bracket

Leading
Bricks

Figure 21 - Installing Side Walls

4. Install the bottom rear rebrick wall. Place
the wall face side down on the hearth with
the bottom of the wall toward the rear of
the rebox and the top toward the front
of the replace. Tilt the wall up toward
the back of the rebox. Secure bracket at
top of the rebrick wall to the rear rebox
surround (Figure 22).

Top

Bracket

Hearth

Figure 20 - Slots for Firebrick Walls

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Figure 22 - Installing Bottom Rear Wall

FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION

Continued

5. Install the rear top rebrick wall. Lift the
panel up with the front of the rebrick wall
facing toward the front of the replace.
The bottom of the panel has two tabs
that slide into the bracket on the top of
the bottom rear panel (Figure 23). Secure
the top of the rebrick wall with the rear
retaining bracket provided. The bracket
will slip underneath the metal lip on the
top of the rebrick wall and screw into the
inner dome of the replace (Figure 24).

Tab

Bottom

Rear

Figure 23 - Installing Top Rear Wall

Figure 24 - Installing Top Rear Wall

6. It is recommended that the joints between
all rebrick walls be grouted for a more
nished look. For grouting instructions.

For more information and to watch a how to
video go to www.fmiproducts.com and select
Technical Support.

Slot

Retaining

Bracket

Top

Rear

GROUTING INSTRUCTIONS

Material provided:
Bag of cement
Bag of sand
Material required:
Piping bag
Joints striker
Heavy duty mixing bucket
Sponge or Wet Cloth

1. Moisten brick surface with damp sponge
or spray bottle just prior to application.
When bricks are wet, any excess grout
mixture on bricks will easily wipe off.

2. In a heavy duty mixing bucket, add equal
parts cement and sand. Add enough water
and mix together well using a power drill
with mixing wand attachment to a yogurt
like consistency. Not adding enough water
can lead to grout falling out after burning.

3. The overall length of piping bag should be
about 16". If the bag is longer than 16",
cut it down to size by removing end with
larger opening. This will make the bag
easier to handle.

4. Put grout mixture into piping bag making
sure the smaller opening is downward and
over a moist towel to avoid spilling. Place
a wet towel over the bucket making sure it
is directly on the surface of grout mixture.
This will keep the mixture moist and it will
not dry out before use.

5. Grout all joints where two rebrick walls
come together.

6. Using a trowel, remove excess grout mix­ture by moving trowel in the direction of
the joint. Grout mixture in the joint should
now be ush with brick surface. If not
enough grout is applied into each space,
grout may fall out after burning.

7. Using a joint striker, smooth out grout line.

Allow 72 hours before

operating replace.

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INSTALLATION

Continued

INSTALLING SCREEN

1. Slide round end of screen rod into rings at
top of screen. Attach one push-on nut to end
of rod before attaching last ring of screen.

2. Insert the round end screen rod into hole
on the left and right side of smoke shelf
(Figure 25).

3. Mount at end of screen rod with #10 x 5/8"
to center of smoke shelf.

4. Install other screen rod in same manner.

WARNING: Risk of re! Re­place grate with FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC grate only (see Parts, page

23). This grate has been de­signed to keep the operation of

your replace safe and efcient.

Rating
Plate

Figure 25 - Installing Fireplace Screen

Hole for Screen

Rod

Leading Bricks

INSTALLING GRATE RETAINERS

1. Place the provided grate retainers on the
hearth as shown in Figure 26. The back
of the retainer will be ush with the rear
rebrick wall. Mark the center of the hole
on the hearth with a marker.

2. Drill two holes in the hearth in the marked
locations using a masonry 3/16" drill bit.

3. Secure grate retainer with masonry screws
provided.

Figure 26 - Installing Grate Retainers

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OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION

Gas line hook up should be done by your
supplier or a qualied service person.

Note: Before you proceed, make sure your

gas supply is turned off.

Use only a 1/2" black iron pipe and appropri­ate ttings.

1. Remove knockout indentation on refrac-

tory or rebrick wall located above refrac­tory hearth oor. Knockout indentation
must be rmly tapped with any solid object
such as a 1/2" dowel until it is released.
Remove fragmented portions of refractory
(see Figure 27).

2. Remove gas line cover plate located on

either side of replace and pull out insula­tion from gas line conduit sleeve. Save
insulation for reuse. Replace screws.

3. Run a 1/2" black iron gas line into replace

through the rear at gas line conduit sleeve (if
using a raised platform, add height). Provide
sufcient gas line into replace chamber for
tting connection (see Figure 28).

Note: Secure incoming gas line to wood

framing to provide rigidity for threaded end.

4. Repack insulation around gas line and into

sleeve opening. Seal any gaps between
gas line and refractory knockout hole with
refractory cement or commercial furnace
cement, Install the gas appliance or cap-off
gas line if desired.

CAUTION: All gas piping
and connections must be tested
for leaks after the installation
is completed. After ensuring
that the gas valve is on, apply
soap and water solution to all
connections and joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak. Correct
all leaks at once. DO NOT USE
AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK
TESTING AND DO NOT OPER­ATE ANY APPLIANCE IF A LEAK
IS DETECTED. LEAK TESTING
SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALI­FIED SERVICE PERSON.

WARNING: Do not operate an
unvented gas log set in this re­place with the chimney removed.

If you install a decorative gas appliance
(vented gas log), the decorative gas appliance
must comply with the Standard for Decorative

Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel

Burning Fireplaces, ANS Z21.60 or Z21.84

and shall also be installed in accordance with

the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 7223NFPA
54 latest edition.

WARNING: If the replace

has been used for wood burning,

the rebox and chimney must be

cleaned of soot, creosote and

ashes be a qualied chimney

cleaner. Creosote will ignite if
heavily heated.

WARNING: When using a
decorative vented gas log, the
damper must be removed or
permanently locked in the fully
open position and the glass doors
must be in the fully open position.

Outside of
Fireplace

Gas Line
Conduit

Insulation

Gas
Conduit
Cover

Figure 27 - Gas Line Access

Outside of
Fireplace

Gas Line
Conduit

Repack

Insulation

Figure 28 - Gas Line Installation

Remove
Knockout

Incoming
1/2" Black
Iron Pipe

Seal
Opening
with
Refractory
Cement

Side

Firebrick

Finished
Side

1/2" Dowel

Brick with
Access
Hole

Side

Firebrick

Finished
Side

Provide Enough
Threaded
End for Fitting
Connection

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GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: Install top and bot­tom rails and hardware before
installing glass door panels.

Rail installation

1. Remove screws securing top face to
rebox (see Figure 29).

2. Align holes on rail to be installed at top
and replace screws. Note: Door rails are

identical until spring clips are in place.

3. Using remaining door rail as a template,
place along front row of bricks at bottom
making sure rail front surface is ush with
replace bottom face surface. Mark hole
centers and remove rail (see Figure 29).

4. Drill 9 - 5/32" diameter holes about 1"
deep directly into bricks using a 5/32"
concrete drill bit (not provided).

5. Place rail back on bricks and align holes.
Secure using 9 concrete screws provided
with glass door kit.

6. Secure retaining clips to top and bottom
rails (see Figure 30).

Installing Glass Doors

After spring clips have been installed some
adjustments may be needed. Install the doors
using the following steps:

Top Rail

Remove Screws
then Replace to
Secure Top Rail

Top Rail

Retaining
Clip

Bottom Rail

Figure 30 - Mounting Door Retaining

Clips

1. With bi-fold doors completely folded, insert
bottom pivot pin into bottom retaining clip
located at far left and far right side of bot­tom rail. Swing door to vertical position
making sure top pins slide into top door rail.
Door is installed when top door pin snaps
into spring clip (see Figure 31).

2. Repeat step 1 for remaining door.

If you nd the doors do not close properly or
do not appear level or straight, proceed with
section on door adjustment.

Slide Top
Pin Into Top
Retaining Clip

Spring
Clip

Bottom Rail
(Use as a
Template before
Drilling)

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Drill Holes
into Bricks

Figure 29 - Securing Door Rails to

Concrete
Screws

Fireplace

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Figure 31 - Installing Doors

Bottom
Retaining
Clip

GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION

Continued

DOOR ADJUSTMENT

Remove doors and slightly loosen upper spring
clips. Replace and fully close doors. Use 1/8"
shims (any material) to level doors. Once proper
setting is achieved, carefully open doors enough
to access top retaining clips with a phillips
screwdriver. Tighten screws. See Figure 32.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Side Front

Face

Partially
Opened
Door

Figure 32 - Adjusting Bi-Fold Doors

Spring Clip

GLASS DOORS

Glass doors are optional with replace. When
replace is in operation, doors must be fully
opened or fully closed position only or a re
hazard may be created (see Figure 33).

A replace equipped with glass doors oper­ates much differently than a replace with an
open front. A replace with glass doors has a
limited amount of air for combustion.

Excessive heat within the replace can result if
too large a re is built or if combustion air gate is
not completely open. The following tips should
be followed to assure that both the replace
and glass door retain their beauty and func­tion properly. Both the ue damper and glass
doors must be fully opened before starting re.
This will provide sufcient combustion air and
maintain safe temperatures in rebox.

Doors Fully Closed

Fireplace Front

Fireplace Front

Doors

Fully Opened

Figure 33 - Bi-Fold Glass Doors

IMPORTANT: The glass must be allowed to
warm slowly and evenly. Such materials as
pitch/wax laden logs, very dry mill end lumber
and large amounts of paper or cardboard
boxes can create an excessively hot re and
should not be burned in this replace. Always
keep the re well back from the doors and
never allow ames to contact the glass.

WARNING: Fireplaces
equipped with glass doors
should be operated only with
doors fully opened or doors fully
closed. Doors, if left partly open,

may draw gas and ame out of
the replace opening creating
risks of both re and smoke.

Cleaning Glass

Clean glass with any commercial glass
cleaner or soap and water. Do not use any
abrasive material to clean glass. Do not clean
glass with any cool water if glass is still hot
from the re and smoke.

A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed
for the purpose of installing a vented or vent­free decorative gas appliance incorporating an
automatic shutoff device and complying with

the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for
Installation in Vented Fireplaces, ANSI Z21.60

or American Gas Association draft requirements
for Gas Fired Log Lighters for Wood Burning

Fireplaces, Draft NO. 4 dated August, 1993.

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Continued

gas log set, only unvented gas log sets which
have been found to comply with the standard
for unvented room heaters, ANSI Z21.11.2 are
to be installed in this replace.

DAMPER HANDLE OPERATION

The damper handle opens and closes the
damper blade and is located in the upper rear
side of replace just above rear bricks. Rotate
handle counterclockwise slightly to disengage
from retaining bracket. Swing slowly toward
opening of replace. Engage handle to sec­ondary bracket located at front of replace
inner wall (see Figure 34).

CAUTION: When operating
damper door, please be aware of
sharp edges and corners. Open
and close damper door slowly to
avoid injury.

WARNING: Risk of re! Re­place grate with FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC model 109496-01 grate only.
This grate has been designed to

keep the operation of your re­place safe and efcient.

FULLY CLOSED POSITIONIf you wish to install an unvented (vent-free)

Retaining

Bracket

(Holds
Damper
Door
Closed)

Damper
Handle

Swing Door Down to Open

FULLY OPEN POSITION

Secondary
Retaining

Bracket

(Holds
Damper
Door
Open)

Swing Door
Up to Close

Figure 34 - Operating Damper Handle

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 our web site at

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

If this product is missing a part or has a broken
component, please do not return it to the store.
Call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537
to answer questions and replace parts under
warranty.

Note: Use only original replacement parts.

This will protect your warranty coverage for

parts replaced under warranty.

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When calling or writing, please have your
model and serial numbers of your replace
ready.

Model and serial number information are in the
replace's rating plate located on the replace
smoke shelf.

PARTS

9

6

4

8

8

8

7

8

5

1

3

2

KEY
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 124652-01 Left Leading Brick Red • 1

124652-03 Left Leading Brick Ivory • 1

2 124652-02 Right Leading Brick 36" Red • 1

124652-04 Right Leading Brick 42"/50" Red • 1

3 125634-01 Hearth Red • 1

125634-02 Hearth Ivory • 1

4 124646-01 Rear Top Red • 1

124646-02 Rear Top Ivory • 1

5 124648-01 Right Red • 1

124648-02 Right Ivory • 1

6 124650 01 Left Red • 1

124650-02 Left Ivory • 1

7 124644-01 Rear Bottom Red

124644-02 Rear Bottom Ivory
8 124134-07 Side Retaining Brackets 4
9 125553-01 Rear Retaining Brackets 1

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(V)F48HRA

(V)F48HIA

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GRATE

109496-01 (for F48 Series)

EMBER PROTECTOR - 20093

PARTS

Continued

SCREEN - 118115-01

ROD - 110146-02

PUSH-ON NUT - 11418

ACCESSORIES

OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR
FLOOR INSTALLATION - AK4F

BI-FOLD GLASS MASONRY DOOR

BDMO48E - 48" Ebony
BDMO48G - 48" Pewter
BDMO48C - 48" Oiled Bronze

OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR

DOUBLE WALL PIPE - 12-12DM,

18-12DM, 24-12DM, 36-12DM, 48-12DM,
12-12HT, 18-12HT, 24-12HT, 36-12HT and
48-12HT

SIDEWALL INSTALLATION - AK4

STORM COLLAR - SC2-1

30° OFFSET AND RETURN

30E-12DM and 30E-12HT

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ACCESSORIES

SQUARE CHASE-TOP
TERMINATION - STL-12D

ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS
RLT-12D AND RLT-12HT

Continued

OPTIONAL HEARTH SPACER
HS48

24" ROUND WOODNOOK - DHR-24

ROOF FLASHING

V6F-10DM - 0 to 6/12 Pitch
V12F-10DM - 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch

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FIRESTOP SPACER - FS-10

2701 S. Harbor Blvd.

Santa Ana, CA 92704

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Rev. A

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