Superior BCD36MH, BC36MH User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WOOD BURNING FIREPLACES

MODELS BC36MH & BCD36MH

36" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 700,034M REV. A 03/2006

MODELS

BC36MH BCD36MH

This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efﬁ cient and dependable installation of your ﬁ replace system. Please read and understand these instructions before beginning your installation.

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Do not alter or modify the ﬁ replace or its components under any circumstances. Any modiﬁ cation or alteration of the ﬁ replace system, including but not limited to the ﬁ replace, chimney components and accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.

IMPORTANT! TO ASSURE PROPER ALIGNMENT OF GLASS DOORS: INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A SQUARE AND PLUMB CONDITION, USING SHIMS AS NECESSARY AT SIDES AND/OR BOTTOM.

WH Report No.

J99025865A

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules ......................................Page 2

Tools and Building Supplies ..............Page 2

Precautions .......................................Page 2

Introduction ......................................Page 3

Clearances/Height Requirements ......Page 3

Chimney System ...............................Page 3

Assembly Outline ..............................Page 4

Location of Fireplace .........................Page 4

Assembly Steps ................................Page 5

Preinstallation Notes .........................Page 5

Clearances ........................................Page 5

Installing the Fireplace ......................Page 5

Fireplace Speciﬁ cations .....................Page 7

Framing Speciﬁ cations ......................Page 7

Installing the Chimney System ..........Page 8

Ten Foot Rule Summary ....................Page 10

Special Offset Instructions ................Page 11

30° Offset through Floor/Ceiling .......Page 11

Chimney Component Calculations ....Page 11

Offset Calculations ............................Page 11

Vertical Elevation Chart ....................Page 12

Offset Elevation Chart ........................Page 13

Installing Offsets ...............................Page 14

Optional Equipment Considerations ..Page 14

Blower ...............................................Page 14

Combustion Air Kits ..........................Page 15

Gas Line Connection .........................Page 15

Cold Climate Insulation .....................Page 15

Glass Doors ......................................Page 16

Fireplace Finishes ..............................Page 16

Mantels and Trim ..............................Page 16

Hearth Extensions/Wall Shields ........Page 16

Finish Requirements .........................Page 18

Installation Components ...................Page 18

PACKAGING

The assembled wood ﬁ replace is packaged with:

1 - One envelope containing the literature pack-

age which consists of the homeowner's manual, installation instructions and warranty (located in the ﬁ rebox).

2 - One Combustion Air Kit

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE RULES TO FOLLOW FOR SAFETY.

SAFETY RULES:

WARNING

To avoid the risk of damaging ﬁ replace materials and increasing the risk of ﬁ re, do not use the ﬁ replace to cook or warm food.

1. Before starting your ﬁ replace installation,

read these installation instructions carefully to be sure you understand them completely and in entirety. Failure to follow them could cause a ﬁ replace malfunction resulting in serious injury and/or property damage.

2. Always check your local building codes.

The installation must comply with all local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.

3. These ﬁ replaces must be installed with

Security Chimneys FTF8 (8" inside diameter) Chimney System only. These systems are intended for use in any application where a traditional masonry type ﬁ replace would apply. The chimney system must always vent to the outside of the building.

4. To ensure a safe ﬁ replace system and to

prevent the build-up of soot and creosote, inspect and clean the ﬁ replace and chimney prior to use and periodically during the heating season.

5. Burn approved fuels only as deﬁ ned in the

Homeowner's Care and Operation Manual.

6. DO NOT use charcoal or coal under any

circumstances.

7. NEVER use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern

fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter ﬂ uid, or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a ﬁ re in this ﬁ replace. Keep any ﬂ ammable liquids a safe distance from the ﬁ replace.

8. NEVER leave children unattended when there

is a ﬁ re burning in the ﬁ replace.

9. Always keep ﬂ ue damper open when heat is

present in the ﬁ replace.

10.Before servicing, allow the ﬁ replace to cool.

Always shut off any electricity or gas to the ﬁ replace while working on it. This will prevent any possible electrical shock or burns.

11.This ﬁ replace is not intended to heat an

entire home or be used as a primary heat source. It is designed to provide aesthetics and limited heat to the room.

12.Always ensure an that adequate supply

of replacement combustion air from the outside of the house is accessible to the ﬁ re to support normal combustion. Fireplaces consume large volumes of air during the normal combustion process.

• In the event the home is tightly sealed with modern energy efﬁ cient features, the combustion air kit (provided) may not provide all the air required to support combustion.

• The manufacturer is not responsible for any smoking or related problems that may result from the lack of adequate combustion air. It is the responsibility of the builder/contractor to ensure that adequate combustion air has been provided for the ﬁ replace.

13. Always ensure that the air inlet to the ﬁ replace is free from debris and any other obstructions that can block the entrance of air.

14.DO NOT use a ﬁ replace insert or any other product not speciﬁ ed by the manufacturer of this Superior appliance for use with this ﬁ replace. All gas log sets must be operated with the damper clamped open.

WARNING

This ﬁ replace has not been tested with an unvented gas log set. To reduce risk of ﬁ re or injury, do not install an unvented gas log set into this ﬁ replace.

15."Smoke free” operation is not warranteed

nor are we responsible for inadequate system draft caused by mechanical systems, general construction conditions, inadequate chimney heights, adverse wind conditions and/or unusual environmental factors or conditions beyond our control.

16.Never, under any circumstances, install a

ﬁ replace, chimney component or any accessories, that has visible or suspected physical damage as a result of handling or transportation. These items should be inspected by your distributor or qualiﬁ ed factory representative to ensure safe condition. When in doubt, consult your distributor.

17.For additional safety considerations and

complete operating instructions, refer to the Care and Operation Manual provided with the ﬁ replace.

TOOLS AND BUILDING SUPPLIES

NORMALLY REQUIRED

Tools Supplies

Phillips screwdriver Hammer Saw and/or sabersaw Level Measuring tape Plumb line Electric drill and bits Pliers Square

PRECAUTIONS

Note: These ﬁ replace systems are not difﬁ cult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is recommended that the installer be a qualiﬁ ed or certiﬁ ed “tradesman” familiar with commonly accepted ﬁ replace installation and safety techniques as well as prevailing local codes.

The most important areas of concern dealing with the installation of factory-built ﬁ replaces are clearances to combustible materials, proper assembly of component parts, height of the chimney system, the proper use of accessories supplied by the manufacturer and the techniques employed in using ﬁ nishing materials applied to the wall surrounding the ﬁ replace, hearth extensions and wall shields. Each of these topics will be covered in thorough detail throughout this manual. Please give each your special attention as you progress with your installation.

Framing materials Wall ﬁ nishing materials Caulking materials (noncombustible) Fireplace surround and hearth extension materials

(noncombustible)

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INTRODUCTION General Information

These ﬁ replaces are conventional heat circulating appliances with standard grates, outside combustion air kit and standard decorative glass doors. The BCD36MH model is ﬁ tted with a blower and is available as an option for model BC36MH.

The grate included properly positions the ﬁ re and limits the amount of fuel. IF A REPLACEMENT

GRATE IS NEEDED REPLACE THE GRATE WITH MODEL 87L20

Note: Illustrations shown reﬂ ect “typical” installations with nominal dimensions and are for design and framing reference only. Actual installations may vary due to individual design preferences. However, always maintain minimum clearances to combustible materials and do not violate any speciﬁ c installation requirements.

These ﬁ replaces have been tested and listed by Warnock Hersey (Report No. J99025865A) to U.L. standard 127. These units are intended for installation in manufactured homes. These units may also be installed in buildings of conventional construction including commercial, providing all instructions provided herein are strictly adhered to.

These ﬁ replace systems are designed for installation in accordance with the National Fire Protection Standard for chimneys, ﬁ replaces and solid fuel burning appliances; NFPA 211latest edition and in accordance with codes such as the BOCA Basic/National Codes, the Standard Mechanical Code and the Uniform Building Codes.

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

ONLY.

WARNING

Failure to use manufacture provided parts, variations in techniques and construction materials or practices other than those described in this manual may create a ﬁ re hazard and void the limited warranty.

WARNING

Do not pack or ﬁ ll required air spaces with insulation or other material. No material is allowed in these areas. Secure the airspace around the chimney with the ﬁ restop/thimble before completing the installation. Maintain 1" clearance between chimney and thimble.

WARNING

If insulation is used, the ﬁ replace must not be placed directly against it. Insulation or vapor barriers, if used, must ﬁ rst be covered with gypsum board, plywood, particle board or other material to assure insulation and vapor barriers remain in place.

When complete these ﬁ replace systems consists of four basic “sub-systems”:

1. The Fireplace

2. The Chimney and Termination

3. Glass Doors

4. Combustion Air Kit

The minimum installed height of the completed ﬁ replace system is 10' 6". The maximum height is 40' 0". See the Chimney Height section on Page 3 for more information.

The ﬁ replace and chimney system must be enclosed when installed in or passing through a living area where combustibles or people may come in contact with it. This is important to prevent possible personal injury or ﬁ re hazard.

For questions, please call your distributor or the manufacturer. Special restrictions apply to the front and facing of the ﬁ replace and nearby walls (See Pages 16 and 17).

CHIMNEY SYSTEM

These ﬁ replaces are designed and code listed for use with Security Chimneys FTF8 chimney system only. Always use Security Chimneys FTF8 chimney components with these ﬁ replaces. Do not modify or alter these components as this may cause a potential serious hazard and void the Warranty.

*Construction Materials:

• Framing Materials • Paneling

• Particle Board • Flooring

• Dry Wall • Plywood

• Noncombustible Insulating Materials

• Etc.

Chimney Height

The total height of your completed ﬁ replace system from the surface the ﬁ replace rests on to the chimney top must not exceed 40' and must also meet minimum height requirements. Refer to the minimum system height chart.

Minimum System Height

Security's FTF8 Pipe

Vertical Installation 10' 6"

One Offsets 12' 0"

Two Offsets 25' 0"

Table 1

Chimney and Termination

Figure 1

Firestop Thimble

Outside Combustion Air Kit

CLEARANCES AND HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS

The ﬁ replace may be placed on or near normal construction materials*. The combustion air kit, ﬁ restop spacer and roof ﬂ ashing (not chase ﬂ ashings) may be placed directly on or against normal construction materials.* The chimney and ﬁ replace outer wrapper require a minimum 1" air space to insulation and building materials. A combustible mantel may be installed 12" above the opening of the ﬁ replace as per NFPA 211-latest edition.

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Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling

Draft Stops

Firestop

WARNING

Do not obstruct the collar openings around the base of the chimney at the top of the ﬁ replace. Do not insulate the chimney enclosure cavity with blown or ﬁ ll type insulation materials.

Hearth

CTDT Termination

Note: NonCombustible Chase Flashing Must Be Used To Cover Chase Opening

Optional Insulation In Outside Walls Of Chase

Level

Solid Continuous Surface

Outside Insulation (Thermal Barrier)

Base

Figure 2

Chimney Enclosure

Construct a box-like framed structure to enclose the ﬁ replace and chimney within the conﬁ nes of the manufactured home, not necessarily above the roof line.

As with all chimney installations, avoid overhead obstructions such as trees, power lines, etc. The chimney/ﬁ replace enclosure should be constructed and insulated just like any outside wall. In a cold climate, we recommend the base of the chimney/ﬁ replace enclosure should also be insulated between the solid continuous ﬂ oor beneath the ﬁ replace and the chase bottom. Insulation in a cold climate installation is not required for safety.

Note: Local codes may not require ﬁ restopping at the ceiling levels for outside chimney enclosure installations. However, it is recommended for safety and the reduction of heat loss.

ASSEMBLY OUTLINE Before You Start

Check your inventory list to be sure you have all the necessary parts supplied in good usable condition. Check also for any concealed damage.

Check the operation of the damper. The damper is controlled through the use of a control lever located within the ﬁ rebox opening at the top center in front of the ﬁ rebox lintel (Figure 3). The control lever snaps into place at either extreme of its range of motion. When locked in position all the way to the right, the damper is open. When locked in position all the way to the left, the damper is closed.

Damper Closed

Damper

Lintel

Combustion Air Actuator

Open

Figure 3

LOCATION OF FIREPLACE

Carefully select the proper location for heat circulation, aesthetics, chimney obstructions and clearance to side wall(s). With proper preplanning, a slight adjustment of a few inches can save considerable time and expense later during construction and assembly.

Figure 4

WARNING

This fireplace and chimney system is not approved for use in a bedroom or any room used for sleeping.

Carefully consider the position of the ﬁ replace opening with respect to the location of adjacent or nearby stairwells, bath or kitchen exhaust fans and/or return air registers for forced air furnaces/air conditioners that could cause a smoking ﬁ replace condition if the house is tightly insulated.

When locating the ﬁ replace, consideration must be given to combustibles and ﬁ nal ﬁ nishing. See Figure 5 and conﬁ ne the ﬁ nal location of combustible ﬁ nish materials to the "Safe Zone".

DO NOT permanently place furniture or other items such as decorative pillows within 60" of the ﬁ replace front face.

Black Portion Of Frame

Not To Be Covered With

Combustible Materials

Wall

Safe

Zone

Covering

12”

45°

Figure 5

Door

Opening

12”

1”

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ASSEMBLY STEPS

Note: The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, however, and might require a different sequence.

1. Position ﬁ rebox prior to framing or into

prepared framing.

2. Install the chimney system.

3. Connect house wiring to the fireplace

for blower (blower is optional for model BC36MH).

4. Install the outside combustion air kit.

5. Plumb gas line if a decorative gas appliance

will be used. (Gas connections should only be performed by an experienced, licensed/ certiﬁ ed tradesman).

6. Complete the installation, ﬁ nish wall mate-

rial, surround and hearth extension to your individual taste.

Study the three dimensional illustration (Figure

1) to get a general idea of each element of your ﬁ replace system.

PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES

The ﬁ replace may be installed directly on a combustible ﬂ oor or raised on a platform of an appropriate height. Do not place ﬁ replace on carpeting, vinyl or other soft ﬂ oor coverings. It may, however, be placed on ﬂ at wood, plywood, particle board or other hard surfaces. Be sure ﬁ replace rests on a solid continuous ﬂ oor or platform with appropriate framing for support and so that no cold air can enter the room from under the ﬁ replace.

The ﬁ replace may be positioned and then the framing built around it, or the framing may be constructed and the ﬁ replace positioned into the opening.

Usually, no special ﬂ oor support is needed for the ﬁ replace, however, to be certain:

1. Estimate the total weight of the ﬁ replace

system including chimney and surround materials such as brick, stone, etc., to be installed. Shipping weights for the ﬁ replace may be found on Page 7.

2. Measure the square footage of the ﬂ oor space

to be occupied by the system, surrounds and hearth extensions.

3. Note the ﬂ oor construction, i.e. 2 x 6’s, 2 x

8’s or 2 x 10’s, single or double joists, type and thickness of ﬂ oor boards.

4. Use this information and consult your local

building code to determine if you need additional support.

CAUTION

Do not block the heat-circulating air inlet and outlet ports. Doing so may result in a potential ﬁ re hazard.

CAUTION

The structural integrity of the manufactured home ﬂ oor, wall, ceiling and roof must be maintained.

The ﬁ restop thimble supplied with the unit must be used on a manufactured home installation. The ﬁ restop thimble must extend completely though the roof cavity to the outermost plane of the roof (See Figures 16, 17 and 18). Maintain 1" clearance between the thimble and the chimney.

If you plan to raise the ﬁ replace and hearth extension, build the platform assembly then position ﬁ replace and hearth extension on top. Secure the platform to the ﬂ oor to prevent possible shifting.

CLEARANCES

Minimum clearance to combustibles for the appliance is as follows: sides and back - 1" (25 mm), ﬂ oor - 0" (0 mm), adjacent wall - 12" (305 mm), ceiling - 37-1/2" (953 mm).

INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE

IMPORTANT: Plated polished brass glass doors may have a plastic covering over all brass pieces for protection during shipping and handling. The plastic covering should be removed after installation of the ﬁ replace before its use. Under the plastic covering is a protective lacquer coating which should not be removed. In some instances, if it is removed, irreversible damage to the brass ﬁ nish could occur.

Step 1. Slide the ﬁ replace into prepared framing

or position ﬁ replace in its ﬁ nal position and frame later.

The ﬁ replace may not be recessed into

a combustible ﬂ oor. Maintain the ﬂ oor to hearth clearance established by the ﬁ replace lower front face.

Step 2. Insert the provided metal safety strips,

beneath the ﬁ replace as illustrated (Figures 6 through 9). The safety strips should overlap 1/2" for continual coverage of the ﬂ oor.

Note: Safety strips are not required when ﬁ replace rests on a noncombustible surface.

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Top Spacer

Maintain 1" (25 mm) Air Space At Back And Sides

Hearth

1" (25 mm) Space

Metal Safety Strip Floor

Note: Hearth extensions must not interfere with circulating grillwork

Figure 6

1" (25 mm) Space

Metal Safety Strip Floor

Note: Hearth extensions must not interfere with circulating grillwork

Figure 7

Note: Install the hearth extension only as il- lustrated (see Pages 16 through 18).

The safety strips should extend from front of the ﬁ replace at least 1-1/2" and should extend to be at least ﬂ ush with the sides. In the event a wooden support is used to elevate the ﬁ replace above the ﬂ oor, a “Z” type safety strip should be fabricated and used to protect the front surface of the wood support as well as the ﬂ oor beneath the hearth extension (Figures 8 and

9). The safety strips should be tacked down to prevent possible movement.

Note: The “Z” type safety strip is not supplied.

Platform

Extension

Maintain 1" (25 mm) Air Space At Back And Sides

Hearth Extension

Optional Floor Bracket

1 ¹⁄₂"

Metal Safety Strips

Figure 8

Blocking

Metal Safety Strips

Figure 9

Step 3. Refer to ﬁ replace drawings and speciﬁ cations on Pages 6 and 7 for framing dimen- sions and details. Frame appliance enclosure as illustrated in Figure 12 on Page 7.

Ceiling Framing

Framing Dimensions for Ceiling

Inches (millimeters)

Flue Type A B

FTF8, Vertical 14-1/2"

(368 mm)

FTF8 Offset 30° 14-1/2"

(368 mm)

14-1/2"

(368 mm)

25"

(635 mm)

Figure 10

Note: The framed depth, 20-5/8" (524 mm) from

a framed wall, must always be measured from a ﬁ nished surface. If a wall covering such as drywall is to be attached to the rear wall, then the 20-5/8" (524 mm) must be measured from the drywall surface. It is important that this dimension be exact.

Roof Framing

Framing Dimensions for Roof

Inches

FTF8 at 1" (USA)

Pitch

0/12

6/12

12/12

* Perpendicular to roof ridge

CD*

14-1/2" 14-1/2"

14-1/2"

Figure 11

17"

21-1/2"

WARNING

Under no circumstances can the ﬁ replace top spacers (see Figure

12) be removed or modiﬁ ed, nor may you notch the header to ﬁ t around or be installed lower than the spacers. The header may be in direct contact with the top spacers but may not be supported by them.

If the appliance is to be elevated above ﬂ oor level, a solid continuous platform must be constructed.

The header may rest on the top metal spacers, but must not be notched to ﬁ t around them.

Consult all local codes.

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