Therma-Tek TC36 Installation Manual
INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a re or
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
TC36 OUTDOOR GAS
DANGER: If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the
appliance
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier
or re department.
WARNING: Do not store or use gasoline or other
ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
An LP-cylinder not conected for use shall not
be stored
WARNING: Improper installation, adjusment,
alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or servicing this
equipment.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL:
TC36.OD
SERIES C
MODULAR DIRECT VENT
FIREPLACE
WARNING: For Outdoor Use Only
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor.
using it in an enclosed space can kill
you.
Never use this appliance in an enclosed
space such as a camper, tent, car or
home.
Installation and service must be performed
by a quali ed installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
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SERIAL #
Table of Contents
Caution ...........................................................................................3
Safety .............................................................................................3
This Fireplace Intended For Outdoor Use Only .............................. 5
Propane Conversion .......................................................................6
Fireplace Dimensions .....................................................................7
Minimum Clearances to Combustible Material ...............................7
Installation Requirements ...............................................................8
Manufactured (Mobile) Home .........................................................8
Window Frame Removal .................................................................8
Top Standoffs ..................................................................................9
Locating The Fireplace ...................................................................9
Framing and Finishing .................................................................. 10
TC36 Steel Stud Framing Kit ........................................................ 12
Adjustable Lintel ........................................................................... 14
Hearth Extension .......................................................................... 15
Honeywell Control Valve .............................................................. 16
Plumbing and Electrical ................................................................ 16
Gas Supply ................................................................................... 17
Gas Pressure Check ..................................................................... 17
Venting .......................................................................................... 18
Wall Termination Venting .............................................................. 18
Wall Termination Venting Chart ..................................................... 21
Roof Termination Venting Chart ....................................................22
Vent Terminal Clearance ...............................................................25
Vent Terminal Minimum Clearances .............................................25
Vent Pipe Sealant ......................................................................... 26
Insulated Collar Shield (Included) ................................................. 26
Vent Restrictor Adjustment ........................................................... 27
Firebox Panels Installation ............................................................28
Lighting Instructions .....................................................................30
First Fire ........................................................................................30
Maintenance ................................................................................. 31
TC36.CE3 Replacement Parts .....................................................32
Replacement Parts – Honeywell Control System ......................... 33
Wiring Diagram ............................................................................. 34
Light Wiring Diagram ....................................................................35
Light Bulb Replacment .................................................................35
Wall Termination Kit .................................................................... 36
Roof Termination Kit ...................................................................36
Wall Shield / Ceiling Firestop Thimble .......................................... 36
Vent Pipe Dimensions .................................................................37
Vent Offset Chart .......................................................................... 38
Safety Label Location ...................................................................39
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Caution
FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Town & Country replace without rst
reading and understanding this manual. Any installation or operational deviation from the following instructions voids the Town & Country Fireplaces
This appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig
(3.5 kPa).
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Note: When lit for the rst time, the appliance will emit a slight odour for a couple of hours.
This is due to the curing of paints, sealants and lubricants used in the manufacturing process.
This condition is temporary. Open doors and windows to ventilate area. Smoke and fumes
caused by the curing process may cause discomfort to some individuals.
Do not use the replace if any part has been under water. Immediately call a quali ed service
technician to inspect the replace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas
control which has been under water.
TM
Warranty and may prove hazardous.
We recommend that our gas hearth
products be installed and serviced
by professionals who are certi ed
in the United States by the National
Fireplace Institute
Specialists
®
(NFI) as NFI Gas
Safety
Due to high temperatures, this gas appliance should be located out of traffic and away from
furniture and draperies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and
should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the
appliance.
Clothing or other ammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.
Any grill, panel or door removed for servicing the unit must be replaced prior to operating.
Failure to do so may create a hazardous condition.
Installation and repair should be done by a quali ed service person. The appliance should
be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person. More
frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material,
etc.. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways
of the appliance be kept clean.
It is our policy that no responsibility is assumed by the Company or by any of its employees
or representatives for any damages caused by an inoperable, inadequate, or unsafe
condition which is the result, either directly or indirectly, of any improper operation or
installation procedures.
WARNING: Solid fuels should
not be burned in this appliance.
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 certi ed kit is used.
This appliance must not be connected to a chimney ue serving a separate solid fuel
burning appliance.
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Important Note for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
From Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248 CMR 5.08:
(a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential
purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above
nished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satis ed.
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fuelled equipment, the
installing plumber or gas tter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the oor level
where the gas equipment is to be installed, in addition, the installing plumber or gas tter shall observe that a battery operated or hard-wired carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall horizontal vented gas
fuelled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of quali ed licensed professionals for the installation of
hard-wired carbon monoxide detectors.
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard-wired carbon monoxide
detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent oor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision cannot be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty
(30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon monoxide detec-
tor with an alarm shall be installed.
2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions shall
comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed as IAS certi ed.
3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identi cation plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet
above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fuelled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read, in
print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment shall not approve the installation unless,
upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.089(2)(a) 1
through 4.
(b) EXEMPTIONS. The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.089(2)(a) 1 through 4.
1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the
Board; and
2. Product Approved side wall horizontal vented gas fuelled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or struc-
ture used in whole or in part for residential purposes.
(c) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS – GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of Product Approved side
wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the instructions provided by
the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include:
1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and
2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.
(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS – GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of a Product Approved
side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the fuel gases, but identi es “special venting systems”, the fol-
lowing requirements shall be satis ed by the manufacturer.
1. The referenced “special venting system” instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and
2. The “special venting systems” shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and detailed
installation instructions.
(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment, all venting instructions, all parts
lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation.
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This Fireplace Is Intended For Outdoor Use Only!
- The replace must be located inside of a weatherproof
enclosure.
- Flashing must be installed around the replace opening
in accordance with local building codes in order to
prevent moisture from entering the enclosure.
- A drip pan (not supplied with the unit) must be installed
under the replace and be provided with a means of
draining.
- Care must be taken to select materials and building
practices which will protect the enclosure and replace
from exposure to moisture.
- Not for use with a power vent.
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Propane Conversion
Note: This fireplace comes with a
preinstalled Honeywell pilot. When
installing the burner assembly, remove
the pilot that came attached to the burner
and discard.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER PILOT WITH
YOUR OUTDOOR UNIT OTHER THAN
THE HONEYWELL PILOT THAT CAME
INSTALLED IN THE FIREPLACE.
1. Remove the compression tting from the
bottom of the ori ce housing and gently tap
the pilot in your hand. The natural gas ori ce
should fall out. Fig. #1
2. Insert the propane ori ce that came
in your instruction pack as shown into the
ori ce housing and reattach the pilot to the
compression ttng and pilot tube.
Fig. #2 & 3
3. Using the valve conversion kit that came
in the instruction pack, convert the valve to
propane following the instructions provided
with the kit. Fig. #4
Fig. #2
ORIFICE
HOUSING
ORIFICE
COMPRESSION
FITTING
Fig. #1
ORIFICE
HOUSING
Fig. #3
ORIFICE
Fig. #4
COMPRESSION
FITTING
VALV E
CONVERSION
KIT
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Fireplace Dimensions
Fig. #5
48 9/16
26
38 1/2
24
11 11/16
47 7/8
32 1/2
38 1/2
11 1/8
36 1/8
24
Minimum Clearances to Combustible Material
Fig. #6
COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING AND
FINISH WALL ABOVE STANDOFFS
MAY USE COMBUSTIBLE
FACING MATERIAL IN THIS AREA
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
FINISH MATERIAL
SEE FIG #7
STEEL FRAMING
STANDOFFS
D
E
NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE.
DO NOT INSTALL ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, ELECTRICAL WIRING OR GAS PLUMBING IN
THIS AREA.
STEEL STUD FRAMING KIT
IS WIDER THAN UNIT
MANTEL CLEARANCE
CHART
* MANTEL CLEARANCE
A 9”
Fig. #7
A
B
TOP OF LINTEL BAR
FIREPLACE FRONT
CEILING
24”
24"
*
32 1/8”
38 1/8"
F
C
**
MANTEL
ADJACENT WALL
OR MANTEL
SUPPORT
4"
4”
UNIT MAY BE RECESSED UP TO 6” WITH
NON-COMBUSTIBLE MASONRY TYPE MATERIAL
B 6”
C 3”
** MANTEL DEPTH
D 12”
E 6 3/4”
F 1 1/2”
Minimum Clearances:
Side standoffs .......................................................0 in. (0 mm)
Back standoffs ...................................................... 0 in. (0 mm)
Top standoffs ........................................................0 in. (0 mm)
Bottom of appliance ..............................................0 in. (0 mm)
Adjacent side wall .................................................4 in. (102 mm)
Ceiling to appliance ............................................24 in. (610 mm)
*Mantel to appliance .................. ..........See Figure #2
**Maximum Mantel extension .. ..........See Figure #2
Mantel support ......................................................4 in. (102 mm)
Vertical vent pipe ..........................................1 3/4" in. (45 mm)
Horizontal Vent pipe (Top, sides and bottom) 1 3/4" in. (45 mm)
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Fig. #8
Installation Requirements
The Town & Country Fireplace installation and venting must conform to the current
CAN/CGA-B149 installation code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1 (in the USA), and approved per local codes. Only quali ed (licensed or
trained) personnel should install this product.
In the state of Massachusetts, only a licensed Plumber and Gas Fitter may install
this product.
Window Frame Removal
Warning: Turn off the replace, and allow ample time for the unit to cool before
proceeding.
Caution: The ceramic glass is very fragile, and should be handled with care.
The window frame is held in place by two spring-loaded latches that are operated by a
one-piece latch handle.
Fig. #9
Fig. #9a
STAINLESS STEEL
LATCH HANDLE
1. Remove the TC Finishing Touch Trim Kit from the window frame. (If installed)
2. Using a screwdriver or other similar object, push against the notch in the top of the
latch and grab the bottom of the latch handle as it protrudes. Lift handle until latch hook
disengages. Repeat for other side while holding glass so it does not tip out.
3. Tilt the top of the window frame out to clear the top edge of the unit. Grasp the sides of
the frame and lift up and out to disengage from its bottom track.
4. Place the window frame in a safe place to avoid damage.
5. Re-assemble in reverse order. Latch handle should snap into place and be ush with
window frame when engaged correctly.
TIP:
To ensure glass is properly latched, grasp the top left and
right sides of the glass frame, under moderate pressure it
should pull forward and return to original position evenly on
both sides.
6. Reinstall Trim Kit if required.
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Top Standoffs
The top standoffs are shipped loose inside
the replace and must be installed on top of
the replace as shown in Fig #10. Do this
once the replace is on site and in position.
Locating The Fireplace
Fig. #10
TOP STANDOFFS
In planning the installation for the replace, it is necessary to determine where the unit is to
be installed, location of vent system and where gas supply piping may be plumbed. Various
installations are possible, such as, into an existing wall, a corner, a built-in wall or a wall
projection (Fig #11). Due to high temperatures, do not locate this replace in areas of high
traffic or near furniture or draperies.
The minimum clearances from the replace to combustible surfaces must be adhered
to and are shown in Fig #6 and Fig #7.
Fig. #11
EXAMPLES OF COMMON LOCATIONS
SEE FIG #15 FOR DIMENSIONS
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Framing and Finishing
Note: The replace should be in place
and venting installed before framing in or
building an enclosure around the unit.
The Town & Country replace must be
framed in as described below or totally enclosed with non-combustible material, such
as facing brick.
Determine the total thickness of facing
material to be used. A thickness of 3/4" will
allow the nishing surface to be ush with
the front of the unit. If preferred, additional
masonry type non-combustible material can
be installed above and to the sides up to 6
inches proud of the appliance.
The nishing material must not interfere
with glass frame access.
A Steel Stud Framing Kit is supplied with the
replace and must be used unless the
replace is totally enclosed with
non-combustible material. Assemble the framing kit as per the instructions on pages 12 &
13 of this manual. Attach the steel frame to
the replace once the replace is in its nal
position. Secure the steel frame to the framing
brackets on each side of the unit. Ensure that
the studs are set back far enough to allow for
thickness of nishing surface.
The sides, back and top of the replace can
be framed in up to the steel studs and the
replace standoffs using conventional
lumber. Consult local building codes for
speci c requirements.
Due to high temperatures, non-combustible
backer board, such as cement board or its
equivalent, must be used to sheet in the front
of the replace, extending 12" above and 5
9/16"
to the side of the framing edge bars.
(Fig #13) Standard sheet rock (dry wall) may
be used beyond this.
If the backer board is not to be nished with
other non-combustible material such as tiles,
it is recommended that the instructions in
Fig.#13a be followed closely.
Fabricate and install appropriate ashing to
local building code.
Note: Installing unit without ashing
installed will void the warranty
Note: Provide proper drainage to divert
water underneath the unit
Chase Insulation: When installing this
replace against a non-insulated exterior wall
or chase, it is recommended that the outer
walls be insulated to same degree as other
exterior walls. Do not place replace directly
against the insulation. Cover the insulation
and plastic vapour barrier with a solid surface,
such as dry wall (sheet rock). Consult local
codes. Do not insulate or use plastic vapour
barrier within the framing kit.
CAUTION: SEE FIGURE #13a BEFORE
PROCEEDING.
Fig. #12
NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE. DO NOT INSTALL ANY
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, ELECTRICAL WIRING, INSULATION, PLASTIC VAPOR BARRIER OR GAS PLUMBING
WITHIN THE STEEL STUD FRAMING
50
1/4
STEEL STUD FRAMING KIT DIMENSIONS
(Supplied with replace)
ALL OTHER FRAMING CAN
BE DONE WITH
”
48 1/8”
CONVENTIONAL LUMBER
IT IS HIGHLY RECOMENDED THAT A FULL HEADER
BE INSTALLED ABOVE THE
METAL FRAMING KIT
10
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50 1/4”
48 1/4”
20 13/16”
56 9/16”
29 3/8”
50 1/4”
79 15/16”
56 9/16”
Fig. #13
Fig. #13a
NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD DETAIL
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
BOARD
NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
MUST EXTEND 12" ABOVE AND
5 9/16" TO THE SIDES OF THE
FRAMING EDGES.
Fig. #14
NON-COMBUSTIBLE RECESSED
INSTALLATION DETAIL
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
BOARD
12”
5 9/16”
IF FINISHING THE WALL ABOVE
THE UNIT WITH PAINT, THE
FRAMING KIT SHIPPED WITH THE
UNIT SHOULD BE DISCARDED.
IT IS RECOMMENDED TO USE FULL
SHEETS OF CALCIUM SILICATE
BOARD OR ITS EQUIVALENT AND
FULL LENGTH METAL STUDS TO
FINISH AND FRAME AROUND THE
UNIT.
FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURERS
MOUNTING AND FINISHING
INSTRUCTIONS CLOSELY.
NOTE: IT IS RECOMENDED TO PREDRIL MOUNTING HOLES IN THE
BOARD PRIOP TO SECURING TO
THE FRAMING. THIS WILL PREVENT
THE BOARD FROM CRAKING.
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
BOARD
STEEL STUDS
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
Fig. #15
23 3/8”
MAXIMUM FACING DEPTH
MINIMUM COMBUSTIBLE
FRAMING DIMENSIONS
Including Sheetrock
50 1/4”
12 11/16”
3/4”
NOTE: FIREPLACE SHOULD BE IN ITS FINAL LOCATION BEFORE FRAMING.
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TC36 Steel Stud Framing Kit
TC36.BFRKITA
Each Kit Contains:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Item Part # Description Qty.
1 5049.9912 SCREW, TEKS Pkg
#8 x 1/2” 40
2 9794.2 STUD, SIDES,
48”L 2
3 9794.5 STUD, OUTER
SIDES, 48”L 2
4 9093.22 STUD, CENTER,
15 7/16”L 2
5 9193.501 STUD, HEADER,
49 7/8”L 1
6 9393.001 STUD, PLATE,
41 1/4”L 1
7 9194.5 BASE PLATE ,
5 15/16”L 2
Fig. #16
1. Top Frame Assembly
• Lay out side studs (2) and center studs
(4) on a large at surface. (Fig #16)
5
• Using the screws provided (1), attach the
header stud (5) and the plate stud (6) to
the center studs (4).
4
6
2
12
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