For use in U.S./Canada
Underwriter's Laboratories Report No. MH6018
Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
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For Models:
SR36
SR42
SC36
SC42
SR/SC Series
Woodburning Fireplace
Homeowner's Installation and Operating Manual
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL:
Retain for future use.
7412948 4/02 Rev. 7
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Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
Safety Information
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING FIREPLACE.
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Description
The SR/SC Series fireplaces are solid fuel, woodburning premium fireplaces. The SR36/42 are radiant
clean-face models and the SC36/42 are circulating
models with removable grilles (louvers). Both models
are fully insulated fireplaces.
Precautions
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products fireplaces and
component parts have been highly tested and will
operate safely when installed in accordance with
instructions provided in this manual. Carefully read
and understand all instructions before beginning
installation.
If you notice any damage to fireplace or component
parts, immediately report damage to your Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products dealer.
Only use Vermont Castings, Majestic Products components or the warranty will be voided and a fire hazard
may be created.
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products warranty will be
voided by and Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
disclaims any responsibility for the following actions:
• Installation of any damaged fireplace or
chimney component;
• Modification of fireplace, chimney assembly
or any component parts thereof; (except for
chase flashings as detailed in Vermont Castings,
Majestic Products Chimney Top installation
instructions).
• Installation other than as instructed by
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products; or
• Installation and/or use of any component
part not manufactured or approved by
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products in
combination or assembly with a Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products fireplace system, notwithstanding any independent
testing laboratory or other third party approval of such component parts or accessory.
Any such action may possibly cause a fire hazard.
Consult local building codes to ensure that you are in
compliance before installing the fireplace.
Fireplaces must be vented to the out-of-doors.
Do not obstruct or modify air inlets/outlets in any
manner.
Do not install combustible materials on any of the
black fireplace surround.
Burn only solid wood fuel or gas logs.
Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other
products not specified for use with this fireplace.
These fireplaces are not approved for installation
in mobile homes.
Drafts
The fireplace should not be located in areas that
create drafts (ie: frequently opened doors and central
heating air inlets/outlets) that hamper the normal flow
of air into the fire.
Gas Logs
If you plan to install a gas log, the gas line should be
installed before framing the fireplace. The gas line
must be installed by a certified gas line installer.
SC36 Series Woodburning Fireplace — Circulating Model
Fig. 2 SC36 Series specifications and framing.
FP589
FP590
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Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
SR42 Series Woodburning Fireplace
Rough
Opening
Depth
(572mm)
22¹⁄₂"
(559mm)
(210mm)
22"
Rough
Opening
Height
(1035mm)
7¹⁄₂"
(191mm)
14⁵⁄₈"
(372mm)
¹⁄₂"
50" (1270mm)
50" (1270mm)
¹⁄₂" (13mm)
36" (914mm)
70¹⁄₂" (1791mm)
36⁵⁄₈"
(930mm)
Outside
Air
Gas Line
Access
⁵⁄₈" (16mm)
9¹⁄₂"
(241mm)
8¹⁄₄"
40³⁄₄"
26¹⁄₄"
(667mm)
Rough Opening Width 47"
(1067mm)
(1194mm)
42"
11" DIA.
(191mm)
19³⁄₄"
(502mm)
(533mm)
(197mm)
(16mm)
7¹⁄₂"
21"
7³⁄₄"
Recessed
⁵⁄₈"
Nailing
Flange
Gas Line
Access
8"
(203mm)
15⁵⁄₈"
(397mm)
Fig. 3 SR42 Series specifications and framing.
SC42 Series Woodburning Fireplace — Circulating Model
Rough
50" (1270mm)
¹⁄₂" (13mm)
36" (914mm)
50" (1270mm)
¹⁄₂"
Outside Air
Gas Line
Access
⁵⁄₈" (16mm)
" (1791mm)
70¹⁄₂
36⁵⁄₈"
(930mm)
9¹⁄₂"
(241mm)
8"
(203mm)
Fig. 4 SC42 Series specifications and framing.
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Opening
Depth
22¹⁄₂"
(572mm)
15³⁄₈"
(397mm)
3"
(76mm)
Electrical
Access
(210mm)
22"
(559mm)
Rough
Opening
Height
(1035mm)
7¹⁄₂"
(191mm)
14⁵⁄₈"
(372mm)
3"
(76mm)
Electrical
Access
8¹⁄₄"
40³⁄₄"
46"
(1168mm)
26¹⁄₄"(667mm)
Rough Opening Width 47"
(1067mm)
38" (965mm)
46" (1168mm)
(1194mm)
42"
11" DIA.
35¹⁄₄"
(895mm)
19³⁄₄"
(502mm)
1³⁄₄"
⁵⁄₈"
(16mm)
7¹⁄ ₂"
(191mm)
21"
(533mm)
7³⁄₄"
(197mm)
FP591
Recessed
Nailing
Flange
Gas Line
Access
FP592
Chase Installation
Insulation methods shown are optional
for cold climate, not a requirement for
unit operation.
BATT INSULATION
(cut out around
firestop)
Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
TERMINATION CAP
STORM COLLAR
PAN FLASHING
FIRESTOP
CEILING LEVEL
NAILING FLANGE
GAS LINE ACCESS
(both sides)
ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
OUTSIDE AIR
COVER PLATE
DRAFTSTOP
STANDOFF
SURROUND
DAMPER CONTROL
GAS LINE
KNOCKOUT
(both sides)
SCREEN
GRATE
FIREBOX
METAL SAFETY STRIPS
(1, 2 or 3 pieces)
Fig. 5 Fireplace and chase parts identification.
FP554
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Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations
CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT
CHIMNEY
SECTION
ELBOW
A
B
D
E
RISE
G
OFFSET
ELBOW
6 FT.
C
H
RETURN
ELBOW
OFFSET
B
HEARTH
FLOOR
Example 1Example 2Example 3
Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet.
Air Space Clearances: SK8 (2-wall) = 1¹⁄₂" and "S" Series (3-wall) = 2"
OFFSET
ELBOW
Illustration Key
The following safety rules apply to
offset installations (letters correspond
with illustration above):
A. Height of the chimney is measured
from the hearth to the chimney exit.
SR/SC36SR/SC42
Maximum:90'90'
Minimum:
Without Elbows 12' 6"12' 6"
With 2 Elbows* 14' 6"14' 6"
With 4 Elbows* 21' 0"21' 0"
B. Do not use more than 4 elbows per
chimney .
Attach the straps of the return (top)
elbow to a structural framing member.
The offset (first) elbow of any pair does
not have straps.
* In Canada, two (2) SK845 are allowed.
C. The chimney cannot be more than 30˚
(45˚ in Canada) from the vertical plane in
any installation*.
D. The maximum length of the angled run
of the total chimney system is 20 feet. (G
plus H cannot exceed 20 feet.)
E. A chimney support (Model SKCS8) is
required every 6 feet of angled run of
chimney . Chimney supports are required
for every 30 feet and 60 feet (SK8 pipe)
or 20 feet and 40 feet (3-wall pipe) of
vertical chimney height above the hearth.
Determine the offset distance of your
chimney arrangement from the centerline
of the fireplace to the centerline of the
chimney where it is to pass through the
first ceiling.
Note: This offset distance may not be
your full offset distance. See Examples 2
and 3.
Preplanning an installation is very important to ensure
safety and to save time and money. An installer must
predetermine where a fireplace will be set and how the
chimney system will be run.
Mounting The Fireplace
A fireplace may only be mounted on the following
surfaces:
1. A flat combustible surface.
2. A raised wooden platform.
3. A concrete block or other solid object placed beneath each of the four (4) corners of the fireplace.
The fireplace must be spaced 1/2 inch from a combustible back wall and 1/2 inch from a combustible
side wall or support. (Fig. 20, Page 14)
Planning The Chimney Run
L
T
MODEL SK
2 WALL CHIMNEY
L
1
L
1
Fig. 7 Installed lengths of chimney sections.
SK81
SK818
SK83
SK84
TOTAL
LENGTH
(LT)
11¹⁄₂
17¹⁄₂
35¹⁄₂
47¹⁄₂
Determine how the chimney will be run, length of run
and chimney components required to complete the
job. (Fig. 6) Never install a chimney below minimum
heights.
In planning a chimney system, it is important to know:
1. The height of a chimney is measured from the
hearth to the exit point on the termination.
2. A chimney cannot be offset more than 30 degrees
from a vertical plane.
3. A chimney may run straight up or it may be necessary to offset it to avoid obstructions.
4. The maximum length of an angled run (total chimney system) is 20 feet.
"
"
"
"
INSTALLED
LENGTH
(L1)
10¹⁄₂
"
16¹⁄₂
"
34¹⁄₂
"
46¹⁄₂
"
WF288
5. No more than 2 offsets (4 total 30˚ elbows in U.S./or
2 total 45˚ elbows in Canada) per fireplace may be
used.
6. A guy wire stabilizer is required for chimneys
extending more than 6 feet above a roof line.
The Ten Foot Rule
Major U.S. building codes specify a minimum chimney
height above the roof top. The “Ten Foot Rule” is a fire
safety rule and not a draft rule. To ensure proper draft,
it is recommended that you always meet or exceed the
“Ten Foot Rule,” especially when installing a termination on a high pitch roof. (Fig. 8)
The key points of the "Ten Foot Rule" are:
1. If the horizontal distance from the center of the
chimney to the peak of the roof is 10 feet or less,
the top of the chimney must be at least 2 feet above
the peak of the roof, but never less than 3 feet in
height above the highest point where it passes
through the roof.
2. If a horizontal distance from the center of the
chimney to the peak of the roof is more than 10 feet,
a chimney height reference point is established that
is on the surface of the roof a distance of 10 feet
from the center of the chimney in a horizontal plane.
The top of the chimney must be at least 2 feet
above the reference point, but never less than 3 feet
in height above the highest point where it passes
through the roof.
0 TO 10'
2' MIN.
3'
MIN.
REFERENCE
POINT
Fig. 8 Ten Foot Rule illustration.
0 TO 10'
2' MIN.
3'
MIN.
AC246
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Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
Chimney Supports
The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for
vertical chimney heights less than 30 feet above the
hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical
height exceeds 30 feet with SK8 chimneys or 20 feet
with 3-wall chimneys. Locate chimney supports at
ceiling holes or other structural framing at 30 foot
(SK8) or 20 foot (3-wall) heights. Spacing between
chimney supports must not exceed 30 feet(SK8) or 20
foot (3-wall). Use Chimney Support Model SKCS8.
(Note: the SKCS8 can not be mounted directly to
the fireplace.) Support provided by elbow straps
fulfills the support requirement only if they are spaced
as previously described. (A chimney support is 2¹⁄₂"
long when installed.)
Angled chimney runs require a support every six (6)
feet in addition to the elbow straps. Chimney supports
are used for this function. (Fig. 9)
Chase Installation
A chase is a vertical box-like structure which encloses
the fireplace and/or chimney. Chases are typically
built on the outside of the house with fireplace opening
cut into the outer wall of a room. (Fig. 5, Page 5)
If you need help in determining fireplace location or
how the chimney system should be run, contact your
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products dealer for
assistance.
CHIMNEY
SUPPORT
STRAP
SKCS8
Installation
■1. Insulating Fireplace Enclosure
For Cold Climates
If you live in a cold climate, it is not required but
highly recommended that you insulate fireplace enclosure to eliminate cold air penetration
as much as possible.
Insulate base of fireplace with a non-combustible insulation rated for a minimum of 300
degrees F. Insulating is very important for
outside wall installations over a concrete slab. If
fireplace is installed on a platform, insulation
should be placed on top of the platform before
fireplace is set. (Fig. 10)
When a fireplace is installed in a chase or on a
outside wall, enclosure should be treated like
any outside wall in a home. Insulation should be
installed on the inside wall as well as the
outside wall(s). In a chase, it is also a good idea
to install a firestop at the first ceiling level above
the fireplace and enclose the chase with
sheeting material. Insulation may then be
installed above sheeting material to assure the
space around the fireplace is totally protected.
(Fig. 5)
When installing the chimney , DO NOT caulk
between outer pipe and firestop. It is vital that
some air be allowed to flow through this very
thin gap.
CAUTION: WHEN INSTALLING A FIREPLACE IN AN INSULATED ENCLOSURE, BE
SURE ALL REQUIRED AIR SPACES ARE
MAINTAINED. (Fig. 20, Page 14)
Fig. 9 Chimney support installation
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FP284
Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
■ 2. Framing
Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace is set in place, however, most installers build the
frame before setting the fireplace.
Frame fireplace with 2 X 4 lumber or heavier materials.
Refer to framing dimensions in Figures 1, 2, 3 or 4 for
basic fireplace specifications.
Note: Framing should be positioned to accommodate
wall covering and fireplace facing material.
■ 3. Installing Electrical Wire
(for Circulator Models)
If a circulating fireplace is to be installed, run the 120
VAC, 60 Hz wiring to the left side of installation.
Wiring must be completed before the fireplace is
secured and finish material applied.
Remove the cover plate and electrical knock-out on
the lower left side of the fireplace and set aside. Follow
the instructions on Page 10 for proper wiring and
installation of the EB1.
If the fan kit is not being installed with the fireplace, it
is highly recommended that 120 VAC supply be made
available since someone may elect to install a blower
at a later date.
Option For Circulating Models Only —
EB1 (Receptacle) Hook-Up
• Wiring should be installed by a certified
electrician.
• Turn off circuit breaker before wiring models.
Once fireplace is secured, complete wiring the fan
kit. Remove knockout in the center of the back of
the EB1 and install listed cable clamps. Feed
electrical wire through listed cable clamp leaving
approximately six (6) inches of wire exposed
through the EB1. Secure listed cable clamp to the
wire.
Attach white wire from power source to one (1)
wire of receptacle and secure with nut. Attach
black wire from power source to the other wire of
receptacle and secure with nut.Be sure nuts are
secured tightly.
Secure EB1 assembly to inside of electrical box
coverplate using two screws. Attach cover to face
of the EB1 while being careful to position excess
wire completely within the EB1, then attach
coverplate to fireplace.
Install Fan Kit Assembly
HARD
FLAT
SURFACE
INSULATION
PLATFORM
Fig. 10 Insulating between platform and fireplace.
FP555
Refer to optional Model FK12 fan kit assembly
installation instructions for field installation.
■ 4. Chimney Set-up
Since you have already preplanned the chimney run,
you should know exactly how the installation is to be
accomplished — how much pipe is required, the
number of elbows, if any, and type of termination to
be used.
CAUTION: REPORT TO YOUR DEALERS ANY
PARTS DAMAGED IN SHIPMENT , SPECIFICALLY
CHECK THE END CONNECTION OF CHIMNEY
SECTIONS AND ELBOWS.
Note: Fireplaces may use Vermont Castings, Majestic Products model SK8, or Model S (three wall)
chimney systems. The SR/SC Series Fireplace will
accept the SK8 chimney system as is; but a TWABR
adapter collar is required when using the Model S
(triple wall) chimney system. The installation procedure described in this manual applies only to the
SK8 system. Either chimney system may be used,
but may not be mixed.
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Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
Straight-Up Chimney Installation
To mark the centerline of the flue, put the fireplace in
final position and measure out from the wall: 9¹⁄₄
inches. Mark a spot on the ceiling directly above the
fireplace. Draw a line parallel to the back wall through
this mark. (Fig. 11)
Using a plumb bob positioned directly over center
point of fireplace flue collar, mark the ceiling to estab-
lish the chimney center point. (Fig. 11)
Offset Installation
In order to clear an obstruction, it may be necessary to
offset chimney from vertical. This is accomplished by
using Majestic elbows. Use the
on Page 6 to determine proper offset and parts
required.
CHIMNEY CENTERLINE
ACTUAL
CENTERPOINT
30˚ Offset Elbow
9¹⁄₄"
table
Each offset requires two (2) elbows. The second
elbow is equipped with support straps. It is very
important to install the second elbow in each offset as
close to the ceiling or support as possible so that the
elbow straps can be secured to framing members to
help support the weight of the chimney.
Determine offset distance of your chimney arrangement from centerline of fireplace to centerline of
chimney where it is to pass through ceiling.
Locate center point of the chimney on ceiling as
though a straight up chimney arrangement is to be
used. Measure your offset dimension from straight up
chimney center point on ceiling.
Ceiling Chimney Hole/
Possible Obstructions
The size of the hole in ceiling will vary with the angle at
which the chimney passes through ceiling.
Drive a nail up through ceiling at marked chimney
center point. Go to floor above and see where hole
will be cut. Check to see where existing ceiling joists
and other possible obstructions are located...i.e.
wiring, plumbing etc... If necessary, re-position chim-
ney and/or fireplace to avoid obstructions.
PLUMB LINE
PLUMB BOB
IMAGINARY
CENTERPOINT
Fig. 11 Locate centerline of chimney with plumb line.
FP556
Cutting the Hole
Cover fireplace collar opening and cut proper sized
chimney hole in chimney. The SK8 pipe allows you to
run pipe through a typical 16” on center joist without
cutting joists.
Framing the Ceiling Hole
Frame the ceiling chimney hole as shown in Figure 12.
It is good practice to use framing lumber that is the
same size as the ceiling joists; this is a requirement at
attic level.
EXISTING
CEILING
JOISTS
CEILING
AB
AB
CHIMNEY
HOLE
10
NEW
FRAMING
MEMBERS
FP551
Fig. 12 Typical frame for ceiling chimney hole.
Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
NAIL TOP
STANDOFFS
NAIL
SIDE-NAILING
FLANGES
The following table gives firestop spacer model
numbers:
The inside dimension of the frame must be the same
as the hole size selected from Figure 13 in order to
provide required the 1¹⁄₂ inches of air space between
the outside diameter of the chimney and the edges of
the framed ceiling hole.
■ 5. Positioning, Safety Strips,
Securing The Fireplace
Slide fireplace into position.
Lift the fireplace front slightly and slide the metal safety
strips under front bottom edge about 1¹⁄₂", allowing the
remainder to extend in front of firebox. Overlap strips
at least 1/2 inch to provide a positive joint. (Flat safety
strips are packed with fireplace.) (Fig. 14)
Note: Safety strips are not required over non-combustible floors where all supports at the base of the
fireplace are non-combustible.
Four (4) nailing flanges are supplied with the fireplace
(found on the fireplace hearth). To level the box and
secure it firmly in place, remove the nailing flanges
from the hearth and install at the sides of the fireplace
as shown in Figure 15.
FP549
Fig. 15 Fasten fireplace in position.
METAL SAFETY
STRIPS
(1, 2 or 3 pieces)
"Z"
SAFETY
STRIP
(not supplied)
HEARTH EXT.
¹⁄₂" MIN.
1¹⁄₂"
FP557
Fig. 14 Safety strip installation.
OVERLAP
FIREPLACE
PLATFORM
Safety strips are used to ensure that any combustible
materials in front of the fireplace are protected even
though a non-combustible hearth extension is required.
If fireplace is to be elevated above the floor, a “Z”
shaped metal safety strip must be fabricated and used
to protect combustible surfaces in front of the fireplace.
This “Z” shaped safety strip is not provided but must
be fabricated of metal with each horizontal leg at least
1¹⁄₂ inches wide and equal in length to the metals strips
provided with the fireplace.
Installing Outside Air Kit
An outside air kit is installed in all SR/SC Series
Fireplaces. If desired, or if local codes mandate the
use of an air kit, then an AK-MST is required to
complete the installation (from air kit to the outdoors).
If the outside air kit is to be used, the AK-MST MUST
be installed BEFORE the fireplace is enclosed. Refer
to the AK-MST instructions for field installation.
■ 6. Installing The Chimney System
Start by attaching the first chimney section to the collar
on top of the fireplace.
Install the pipe as pictured in Figure 16. When you
get a good lock, you will hear the pipe clearly snap
together. Once sections are snap-locked in place, it is
extremely difficult to get them apart. Make sure the
pipe is firmly snapped and locked together as each
pipe section is mounted.
When installing elbows, only outer pipe will snap- lock.
Middle pipes simply slide into position. Be sure to
always attach straps on upper elbow to a structural
framing member. (Fig. 17)
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Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
CHIMNEY
SUPPORT
STRAP
(must be tight)
CEILING
HOLE
FRAMING
ANGLE
FIRESTOP
Continue installing the pipe as required until pipe is
installed up through the ceiling. At this point, you must
install a firestop spacer.
Installing the Firestop Spacer
in the Ceiling Hole
A firestop spacer is used to keep pipe spaced properly
and required for safety.
Nail the firestop spacer (at each corner) to the framing
members of the ceiling hole. Note: A firestop spacer is
not required at the roof.
Hole sizes listed in Figure 13 for angled firestop
spacers provide minimum required air space to chimney pipe for ceiling thickness up to eight (8) inches.
When combined thickness of ceiling material, ceiling
joists and flooring material exceeds eight (8) inches,
adjustments must be made in framing to assure that
minimum air spaces to chimney are maintained.
Proper Firestop Spacer Installation
Figure 18 shows different installation procedures for
both an area that is an attic and an area that
is not
an
attic.
If the area above the ceiling is not an attic, position the
firestop spacer with the flange on the ceiling side and
the angled portion extending up into the hole.
If the area above the ceiling is an attic, position the
firestop spacer with the flange on the top of the framed
hole and the angled portion extending down into the
hole.
Firestop spacers are not available for nor are they
required on vertical walls.
DO NOT put any sealant around the area where the
outer pipe slides through the firestop spacer. If you
seal this area, it may cause a fire hazard.
Canadian Requirements
for Insulation Shield
PIPE SECTION
UP
Fig. 16 Install pipe, listening for the snap-lock to fasten.
SUPPORT
STRUCTURE
ELBOW
STRAP
(must be tight)
ELBOW STRAP
ANGLED STRAP
FP270/271
Fig. 17 Attach straps to a structural framing member.
PIPE RIM
PIPE
RIM
HEM
LANCE
FP558
In Canada, an attic
insulation shield is
required to prevent attic
insulation from contacting the chimney section. Framing dimensions for the chimney
hole should measure
14¹⁄₂" x 14¹⁄₂". An attic
shield MUST be installed on top of attic
joists (above the floor
level). (Fig. 19)
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Fig. 18 Installing firestop spacer.
NAILS (4)
FIRESTOP
SPACER
JOIST
Ceiling InstallationAttic Installation
JOIST
FIRESTOP
SPACER
NAILS (4)
FP593
Install the attic insulation shield with the flanges on its
ATTIC
INSULATION
SHIELD
BASE
FLANGES
ATTIC
JOIST
NAILS
(4 required)
base extending down into the framing hole. Nail each
corner of attic insulation shield to the framing members
of the ceiling hole using 8d nails. Attic shields are not
required at the roof.
Continue Installing Pipe to Complete Run
Continue attaching pipe sections to complete system
to next level always being careful that the pipe is firmly
snapped locked in place before proceeding to next
pipe section.
Chimney Supports
If chimney supports are required, they are installed the
same as elbows. Nail chimney support straps to
adjacent structural framing, as shown on Figure 9,
Page 8. Bend straps as necessary and make sure they
are secure so they will support the weight of the
chimney. A chimney support is 2¹⁄₂" long when installed. Consider this dimension when determining
how many straight chimney sections are needed.
Note: Chimney supports are generally used in long
runs in a chase installation.
Additional Ceilings
If you encounter additional ceilings, repeat same steps
required for first ceiling installation. See firestop
illustration on Figure 18, Page 12.
Penetrating the Roof
Run pipe to roofline. Since chimney system must be
vented to the out-of-doors, you must use an approved
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products termination.
If a chase is used, refer to the installation manual
provided with the termination cap.
Locate Chimney Centerpoint On Roof
Use same procedure detailed in locating center point
of the flue system.
Drive a nail up through roof at the center point. This
will determine center point on outside of the roof.
WARNING: DO NOT PACK REQUIRED AIR
SPACES WITH INSULATION OR OTHER MATERI-
ALS.
Mark an outline of the roof hole around the center of
the point nail. Note: Hole dimensions given in the
chimney top installation instructions are horizontal
dimensions; therefore, the hole size must be marked
on the roof accordingly.
Cover the opening of the installed chimney so debris
cannot get into the system.
Cut and frame the hole. It is good practice to use
framing lumber that is the same size as the rafters.
Install the frame securely because the chimney top
and flashing anchored to the frame must be able to
withstand heavy winds.
Install Remainder of Chimney Sections
Since you have already preplanned the height of your
termination according to the
install pipe to the predetermined height.
Check the chimney top installation instructions for
details on how high above the roof top the chimney
sections (all pipes) should extend.
Ten Foot Rule
, continue to
Cut and Frame Roof Hole
Size of roof hole varies with the type of chimney
termination installed. Refer to installation instructions
provided with Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
chimney termination to find correct size of roof hole.
There must be a 1¹⁄₂ inch air space between outermost
portion of chimney sections and any adjacent combustible surfaces. (Combustible surfaces include burnable
materials such as: ceiling members, joists, flooring,
combustible insulation and roof structures.)
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■ 7. Installing Top Housing
Or Termination
Follow the installation instructions provided with the
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products chimney termina-
tion you have selected.
Installing Chimney In a Chase
Refer to Figure 5, Page 5 for an illustration of a typical
chase installation.
CAUTION: Treatment of firestop spacers and construction of chase may vary with type of building.
These instructions are not a substitute for local building codes. You must check your local building codes
to determine specific requirements for your city or
state. Note: Other building materials may be required
in addition to Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
Firestop Spacers.
Finishing
CAUTION: All joints between the finished wall and the
fireplace surround (top/sides) must be sealed with
non-combustible material to prevent cold air leakage
into the room. Only non-combustible material may be
applied to the facing of the fireplace surround. (Black
painted area) (Fig. 20)
■ 8. Finish Wall
Air Space Clearances
Combustible framing material MUST NOT
penetrate AIR SPACE (shaded areas).
1¹⁄₂"
Standoff
¹⁄₂" air space
to sides
FRONT VIEW
Wall
Shield
SIDE VIEW
Firestop
¹⁄₂" Air
Space
to Back
¹⁄₂" Air
Space
to Sides
Finish the wall with material of your choice. Do not
install a combustible mantel shelf less than 12
inches above the grille opening. If a combustible
material is used below a flat mantel shelf, consult your
local building codes for minimum clearance from top of
fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf.
All joints (top, bottom and sides) where wall or decorative facing material meets fireplace surround must be
completely sealed with a non-combustible material.
(Figs. 21 and 22)
Note: No side wall protection is required for fireplaces
installed at 45 degrees to two (2) side walls (corner
installation).
Often a decorative surround or vertical portion of the
mantel is desired. If this is constructed of any combustible material it must be within the safe zone indicated
in Figure 23.
Only noncombustible
material may be applied
as facing to the black
fireplace surround.
Fig. 20 Minimum clearances to combustibles.
0" Clearance
to Floor
Hearth
Extension
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Side Wall Protection
See mantel drawing for
shelf-to-surround dimension
MANTEL SHELF
2 x 4 FINISHED
HEADER
Must be sealed with
noncombustible material
FIREPLACE
FRONT
STANDOFF
FINISHED
WALL
SURROUND
STUD
SIDE
VIEW
Must be sealed with
noncombustible material
FIREPLACE
FRONT
FINISHED WALL
2 x 4 STUD
TOP
VIEW
¹⁄₂"
Adjacent combustible side walls that are within the
minimum dimensions shown in Figure 23 of fireplace
opening must be protected with Vermont Castings,
Majestic Products Wall Shield Model SP40 or a
specifically built wall shield described below.
The special wall shield design described in Figure 20
is an alternate method of adding protection to side
walls and can be used in place of the SP40 with the
same wall clearances specified for the SP40. Rt must
2. Majestic - EH2416, K = .458,
1 inch thick required.
Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
FP531
Fig. 21 Fireplace surround flush with finished wall.
Fig. 22 Combustible mantle clearances.
1¹⁄₂"
Ref.
12"
6" Min.
Combustible materials are
permitted within a shaded area
shown in Figure 23, page 16 titled
Minimum Wall Clearances.
MA81
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■ 9. Hearth Installation
A hearth extension is required to protect a combustible
floor in front of the fireplace. Refer to Figure 23 for
minimum dimensions and mounting detail.
Note: Hearth Extension must not cover the air
inlet opening of a fireplace.
The hearth extension described in Figure 23 must be a
durable non-combustible material with a minimum
(total) Rt value of 1.09; see Figure 24 for examples.
The overall height (above a combustible floor), depth
and width must be as indicated, with the extension
centered to the fireplace opening.
The top of insulation must be covered with a noncombustible decorative covering or a piece of .018”
minimum sheet metal, to protect hearth extension
material. (Fig. 23)
Secure the hearth extension to the floor to prevent
shifting, using trim molding or other similar means at
three (3) outer edges. Seal crack between the fireplace hearth and hearth extension with a non-combustible material. (Figs. 23 and 25)
WARNING: HEARTH EXTENSION MUST BE
INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE 23
AND MUST NOT COVER THE BOTTOM FRONT
OPENING OF THE CIRCULATING MODEL.
Alternate noncombustible materials may be used
providing the (total) thermal resistance (Rt value) of
the alternate material employed is greater than or
equal to R = 1.09. Thermal resistance (R) or thermal
conductivity (K), may be obtained from manufacturer
of the material. Factors are related by the formula K =
1/R.
T = given thickness
R = thermal resistance for a given thickness (T)
K = thermal conductivity
Noncombustible material with a lower R value may be
used, provided thickness of material is sufficiently
greater to maintain an equivalent (total) thermal
resistance (Rt).
Minimum Wall Clearances
WITH
Noncombustible
Surround Facing
4" BRICK
(Example material)
E
F**
C**
SIDE
WALL
Combustible material permitted within shaded area.
May install
noncombustible
decorative
covering
OR .018" min.
sheet metal
4" MIN.
COMBUSTIBLE
FLOOR
G
H
Seal cracks
between the
fireplace
and hearth
extension with
noncombustible
material
MINIMUM
INSULATION
VALUE "R"
G
J
FIREPLACE
HEARTH
Safety strips
must overlap
¹⁄₂" minimum
FP594
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COMMON MATERIALS AND FACTORS
(p
)
WALL COVERING
NONCOMBUSTIBLE
DECORATIVE
FACING
NONCOMBUSTIBLE
DECORATIVE
COVERING
Seal all cracks
between fireplace
surround and wall
materials with
noncombustible
material.
Seal crack
between fireplace
and hearth extension
with noncombustible
material.
2x4" HEADER Do not notch at
standoffs.
SAFETY STRIPS Must be overlapped
¹⁄₂" minimum.
HEARTH
EXTENSION
INSULATION
SIDE VIEW
MINIMUM
MATERIALK*
EH2416
(Majestic Products
Company)
0.458
R
THICKNESS
1.09 0.50 in.**
Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
Common Brick
R Value is for ¹⁄₂ inch.
* Units of K = BTU/SQ FT/HR/˚F/IN
** Thickness of Listed Material
Fig. 24 Hearth extension material factors.
0.10 5.46 in.**
5.0
FP533ADD
Example of Determining Hearth Extension
Equivalents
To determine the thickness required for any new
material:
NEW
required
thickness
K of new material (per inch)
=x
K of listed material
er inch
thickness
of listed
material
Example for Common Brick
T (new) = 5.0/0.458 x 0/50 in. = 5.46 in. (new required
thickness).
FP550
Fig. 25 Sealing gaps.
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■ 10. Installing Line For Gas Logs
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products fireplaces are
designed to accept a 1/2 inch gas line for installation of
an approved gas appliance. (Vermont Castings,
Majestic Products manufactures a wide variety of gas
logs for use in Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
fireplaces.)
Be sure to have the appliance installed in accordance
with building codes.
Gas connection may enter from either left or right side
of the fireplace.
Locate appropriate gas line in the outer casing of
fireplace and remove insulation from gas line tube.
(Fig. 26)
From inside the fireplace, locate the knockout on the
firebrick -- be sure you are on the appropriate or "gas
line" side of the fireplace. Using a flat bladed screwdriver or small chisel and hammer, carefully tap around
the knockout until it loosens and falls out.
Install 1/2 inch certified gas pipe through opening.
After gas pipe installation is complete, use insulation
that was removed from gas line tube to repack space
around the pipe. Material should be inserted from
outside of the fireplace and packed tightly to totally
seal between the pipe and tube.
Note: Gas pipe should not come in contact with
any wood structures until it has reached a point at
least one (1) inch away from fireplace side.
NOTE: When installing an ANSI Z21.11.2 ventless
appliance the finishing material used for the mantel
must be rated at 250°F or greater.
BTU input of a gas appliance installed in fireplace
should be rated less than 100,000 BTU/Hr.
Gas pipe installation is intended for connection to a
decorative gas appliance only when (1.) incorporating
an automatic shutoff device and (2.) complying with
the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for
Installation in Vented Fireplaces (ANSI Z21.60) or
CSA draft requirements for Gas-Fired Log Lighters for
Woodburning Fireplaces (Draft No. 4, August 1993).
Decorative gas appliance should be installed in
accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1 (latest edition).
HOLE IN
OUTER CASING
GAS LINE
TUBE
CERAMIC
KNOCKOUT
HOLE IN
OUTER
CASING
Fig. 26 Gas line access.
CAUTION: WHEN USING DECORATIVE
GAS APPLIANCE, FLUE DAMPER MUST
BE SET IN FULLY OPEN POSITION. IF
YOU HAVE GLASS DOORS ON THE
FIREPLACE, THEY MUST ALSO BE FULLY
OPENED.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE AN
UNVENTED GAS LOG SET IN THIS FIREPLACE WITH THE CHIMNEY REMOVED.
WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING AN
UNVENTEDAS LOG SET, THE MAJESTIC
MODEL AH3244BK OR AH3244PB 4"
ADJUSTABLE HOOD MUST BE USED.
FIREPLACE TOP VIEW
1"
SUPPLY
LINE
REPACK
INSULATION
CERAMIC
KNOCKOUT
(Both sides)
FP560
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If installing an unvented gas log set, refer to statement below:
Only unvented gas logsets which have been found to
comply with the Standard for Unvented Room Heaters,
ANSI Z21.11.2, are to be installed in this fireplace.
Majestic Fireplaces® SR/SC Series
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Vermont Castings, Majestic Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time,
without notice.
The following accessories for this appliance are available from your local Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
distributor. Should you need additional information beyond what your distributor can furnish, contact: Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products, 410 Admiral Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6, Attn: Technical Services.
CAUTION: This fireplace and chimney assembly is a highly engineered system, and, as such, must be
operated only with Vermont Castings, Majestic Products approved components. If you use an unapproved
component to make any modifications, you may create a possible fire hazard and will void the Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products warranty. In addition, such action may void the coverage provided by the
owner’s insurance.
Model NumberDescriptionAccessory
Glass Door — StandardBi-Fold door setBrushed Brass finish36GDKBB (SR/C36)
42GDKBB (SR/C42)
Black finish36GDKBK (SR/C36)
42GDKBK (SR/C42)
Polished Brass finish36GDKDB (SR/C36)
42GDKDB (SR/C42)
Pewter finish36GDKS (SR/SC36)
42GDKS (SR/SC42)
Fan KitProvides forced air flowFK12
Variable Speed ControlProvides speed adjustment of fansSCVS
Outside Air TerminationCompletes connection from air kit to out-of-doors AK-MST
Chimney AdapterConverts fireplace to 3-wall systemTWABR
Hearth Extension Insulation Provides hearth extension floor protectionEH2416
Grate SR/SC36/42Holds firewood in fireboxRSBG36
Hearth Patch CompoundPatch cracks in hearthHPC-1
Contact your Vermont Castings, Majestic Products distributor or dealer for finishing Marble and Mantels, available in a
wide selection of styles.
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Chimney Components
U.S.
Model NumberDescriptionComponent
Round Top TerminationTop used to terminate chimney at roof.RLTSK8
(Flashing not included.)
Round Top Termination -Top used to terminate chimney at chase.RLTSK8L
Extended(Flashing not included.)
FlashingMetal finishing required around Contemporary8-6-12 with 8" flue:
Termination to prevent rain leakage. 0-6/12 pitch
8-12-12 with 8" flue:
6/12-12/12 pitch
Square TerminationTop housing of simulated brick patternS20B (R, T, W)
Housingavailable in red, tan or white. AppropriateMust also include:
adapter required. Flashing included. PLTSK8 or SLTSK8
Adapter KitUnites Square Termination with chimneyCF8CA
pipe (required).
Housing ExtensionsExtends Square Termination on steep202036
pitched roofs.
Square Chase TerminationHousing used to terminate chimney throughCT100
a chase top. Appropriate adapter required.
(Flashing not included.)
Adapter KitUnites Square Chase Termination with chimneyCTSK
pipe (required).
Chase Top HousingLow profile pyramid-style chimney cap used toPLTSK8
terminate chimney through a chase. Includes
adapter. (Flashing not included.)
Chase Top HousingSquare chimney cap used to terminate chimneySLTSK8
through a chase. Terra Cotta Masonry . Includes
adapter. (Flashing not included.)
SK8 Chimney SectionsPipe used to build 8" (SK8) flue systems.SK81 (1' Long)
SK818 (1¹⁄₂' Long)
SK83 (3' Long)
SK84 (4' Long)
SK8 Chimney ElbowsElbow used to create an offset in an 8"SK830-2
chimney system. Only 30˚ elbows available.
Packaged 2 per carton (offset and return).
FirestopRequired at each floor level of chimneySKFS2A —
installation. (Plus attic on multi-story installation.) (8" straight flue)
SKFS6A —
(8" 30˚ inclined flue)
Chimney SupportUsed to support chimney for each of: 30' verticalSKCS8
height and 6' of angled chimney run.
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(Chimney Components con't.)
Canada
Model NumberDescriptionComponent
Chimney Collar EnclosureInstalls on the "over the chimney collar" of theCCE-SK
fireplace; provides outside air to assist in cooling
the chimney system.
Attic Insulation ShieldUsed to prevent insulation from coming inAIS-SK
contact with the chimney system.
SK8 Chimney SectionsUsed to build chimney systems exposed above SK818CAN (1¹⁄₂' Long)
roof. SK84CAN (4' Long)
45˚ Chimney ElbowsProvides 45˚ offset and return. For Canadian SK845/2
installations only . For use with SK8 chimney only.
(Maximum use of 2, or 1 pair.)
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™
LIMITED WARRANTY & 30 YEAR PROTECTION PLAN
For MAJESTIC FIREPLACES® PRE-ENGINEERED Fireplace Systems
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products warrants its MAJESTIC
FIREPLACES® Pre-Engineered Fireplace (“Fireplace”) and Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products supplied firegrate, glass doors, outside air
system, fan motor, and liners to be free from defects in material or
workmanship, as follows:
A. Fireplace and Chimney Components: (exclusive of Vermont
Castings, Majestic Products-supplied firegrate, glass doors, outside
air system, fan motor, and liners all of which are covered by separate
warranties under paragraphs B through D below): At its option for a
period of thirty (30) years from the date the Fireplace is installed,
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products either will pay to the consumer
the then current wholesale price of such defective part; or,
(1) For a period of five (5) years from the date the Fireplace is
installed, Vermont Castings, Majestic Products, at its option, will repair
or replace any defective part without charge.
(2) Thereafter, through the 10th year after the date the Fireplace is
installed, if replacement parts are available, Vermont Castings,
Majestic Products will provide a replacement for any defective part
without charge for the part itself. The consumer must pay for
everything else other than the part.
(3) Thereafter, through the 30th year after the date the Fireplace is
installed, if replacement parts are available, Vermont Castings,
Majestic Products will provide a replacement for any defective part at
a cost to the consumer of Vermont Castings, Majestic Products then
current list price, FOB Vermont Castings, Majestic Products factory.
B. Firegrate, Glass Doors, Outside Air System:
For a period of 90 days from the date the Fireplace is installed The
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products Company, at its option, will
provide a replacement for any defective part, without charge for the
part itself, FOB Vermont Castings, Majestic Products factory, (The
consumer must pay for everything else other than the part,) or pay to
the consumer the then current wholesale price of such defective part.
C. Fan Motor:
(1) For a period of one (1) year from the date the Fireplace is
installed, Vermont Castings, Majestic Products, at its option, will repair
or replace any defective part without charge, or pay to the consumer
the then current wholesale price of such defective part.
(2) Thereafter, through the 30th year after the date the Fireplace is
installed Vermont Castings, Majestic Products, at its option, if
replacement parts are available, will provide a replacement for any
defective part at a cost to the consumer of Vermont Castings, Majestic
Products then current list price, FOB Vermont Castings, Majestic
Products factory, or pay to the consumer the then current wholesale
price of such defective part.
D. Liners (Refractory or Metal):
(1) For a period of two (2) years from the date the Fireplace is
installed, Vermont Castings, Majestic Products, at its option, will repair
or replace any defective part without charge, or pay to the consumer
the then current wholesale price of such defective part.
(2) Thereafter, through the 30th year after the date the Fireplace is
installed Vermont Castings, Majestic Products, at its option, if
replacement parts are available, will provide a replacement for any
defective part at a cost to the consumer of Vermont Castings, Majestic
Products then current list price, FOB Vermont Castings, Majestic
Products factory, or pay to the consumer the then current wholesale
price of such defective part.
This warranty is subject to the following conditions and limitations:
(1) This warranty is extended only to a Fireplace installed in the
continental United States, the state of Alaska and Canada; only if and
so long as the Fireplace is installed according to the installation
instructions furnished with the Fireplace, and operated at all times
under normal conditions, use and service according to the operative
instructions furnished with the Fireplace, and only if and so long as the
Fireplace is not removed from its original installation.
(2) This warranty is non-transferrable, and is made to the original
owner, provided that the purchase was made through an authorized
supplier of the Company.
(3) The sole and exclusive remedies for breach of any warranties
hereunder shall be for the repair, replacement or provision of a
replacement part at Vermont Castings, Majestic Products then current
list price, FOB Vermont Castings, Majestic Products factory, for any
defective part as specified in paragraphs A through D, or the payment
to the consumer of the then current wholesale price of such defective
part.
(4)Vermont Castings, Majestic Products shall not be liable for
damage from any smoking of a MAJESTIC FIREPLACES PreEngineered Fireplace System related to environmental geographic
conditions (such as, for example, nearby structures or roof peaks,
trees, hills, or mountains), inadequate ventilation, or negative air
pressure in the place where the Fireplace system is installed, related
to any mechanical system (such as, for example, furnaces, fans, air
conditioners, clothes dryers, etc.)
(5) Except as otherwise expressly specified in paragraphs A through
D, NONE OF THESE WARRANTIES COVER, AND VERMONT
CASTINGS, MAJESTIC PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE
FOR, ANY CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, LABOR, TRANSPORTATION OR OTHER COSTS OR EXPENSES ARISING FROM A
DEFECTIVE PART, ITS REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OR OTHERWISE, NOR SHALL VERMONT CASTINGS, MAJESTIC PRODUCTS
IN ANY EVENT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
REQUIRED BY LAW. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or
limitation may not apply to you.
NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN PARAGRAPHS A
THROUGH D. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you.
In order to obtain performance of any of the above warranty
obligations write to Vermont Castings, Majestic Products at this
address:
Vermont Castings, Majestic Products
410 Admiral Blvd.
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6
Attention: Director of Warranty Services
Since local building requirements may vary greatly throughout the
country, users of Vermont Castings, Majestic Products products should
determine in advance whether there are any building code restrictions
on the use of a specific product. VERMONT CASTINGS, MAJESTIC
PRODUCTS MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY
REGARDING, AND SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR, ANY
BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE.
The foregoing warranties give you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.