FMI Indoor Fireplace VS36 User Manual

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vent-free log heater (see Accessories, page 16).  
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127-  
CAN/ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT  
APPLIANCE.  
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etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter-  
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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.  
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speciFicatiOns  
ELECTRICAL  
OUTLET  
1" AIRSPACE  
TO COMBUSTIBLE  
MATERIAL  
RIGHT SIDE  
GAS LINE  
KNOCK OUTS  
0" TO  
TOP SPACERS  
NO COMBUSTIBLE  
MATERIAL ON FACE  
8.125"  
2.5"  
7.092"  
8.717"  
11.217"  
AIR KIT  
KNOCK OUT  
LEFT SIDE  
GAS LINE  
KNOCK OUTS  
COMBUSTIBLE  
WALL BOARD  
3/4" AIR SPACE  
BACK AND SIDES  
10.435"  
8.125"  
2.5"  
NOT LESS  
THAN 12"  
TO PERPENDICULAR  
SIDEWALL  
OUTSIDE AIR  
(LEFT SIDE ONLY)  
8.717"  
14.437"  
HEARTH EXTENSION  
52" X 16"  
8"  
EACH SIDE  
0" TO  
BOTTOM  
22"  
29"  
14.25"  
21  
12.5"  
32.5"  
0.625"  
41"  
ROUND TOP TERMINATION  
1"  
41.25"  
SQUARE CHASE-TOP  
TERMINATION  
21"  
37"  
8"  
35"  
41"  
1"  
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SELECTING LOCATION  
FRAMING  
To determine the safest and most efficient 1. Frame opening for fireplace using the  
location for the fireplace, you must take into  
consideration the following guidelines:  
dimensions shown in Figures 1 and 2.  
2. If fireplace is to be installed directly on  
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any  
combustible material other than wood  
flooring, the fireplace must be installed  
upon a metal or wood panel extending  
the full width and depth of fireplace.  
1. The location must allow for proper clear-  
ances (see Figures 1 and 2).  
2. Consider a location where the fireplace  
will not be affected by drafts, air condition-  
ing ducts, windows or doors.  
3. Set fireplace directly in front of this open-  
ing and slide unit back until nailing flanges  
touch side framing.  
3. A location that avoids the cutting of  
joists or roof rafters will make installation  
easier.  
4. Check the level of the fireplace and shim  
with sheet metal if necessary.  
4. An outside air kit is available with this  
fireplace (see Optional Outside Air Kit on  
page 6).  
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared  
framing, the ember protector (provided)  
must be placed between the hearth ex-  
tension (not supplied) and under bottom  
front edge of fireplace to protect against  
glowing embers falling through. If fireplace  
is to be installed on a raised platform, a Z-  
type ember protector (not supplied) must  
be fabricated to fit your required platform  
height. The ember protector should ex-  
tend under fireplace a minimum of 1 1/2".  
The ember protector should be made of  
galvanized sheet metal (28 gauge mini-  
mum) to prevent corrosion.  
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO  
COMBUSTIBLES  
Back and sides of fireplace 3/4" minimum*  
Floor**  
0" minimum  
Perpendicular wall to opening 12" minimum  
Top spacers  
0" minimum  
Mantel clearances  
see Mantels, page 5  
Chimney outer pipe surface  
* Not required at nailing flanges  
1" minimum  
** See step 2 of Framing  
WARNING: Do not pack re-  
quiredairspaceswithinsulation  
or other materials.  
6. Using screws or nails, secure fireplace to  
framing through flanges located on sides  
of fireplace.  
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height for  
Residential Installation  
The minimum height of the chimney, mea-  
sured from the base of the fireplace to the flue  
gas outlet of the termination, is 14.5 feet for  
straight flue or a flue with one elbow set. The  
maximum distance between elbows is 6 feet.  
For systems with two elbow sets, the minimum  
height is 22 feet. The maximum height of any  
system is 50 feet. This measurement includes  
the fireplace, chimney sections and the height  
of the termination assembly at the level of the  
flue gas outlet (see Figure 18, page 11).  
41.375"  
21.875"  
41.250"  
Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions  
17.253"  
MAINTAIN 3/4"  
CLEARANCE A T  
SIDES AND BACK  
OF FIREPLACE  
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height for  
Outdoor Installation  
52.183"  
The minimum height of the chimney, mea-  
sured from the base of the fireplace to the  
flue gas outlet of the termination, is 7 1/2 feet  
(minimum of 4 feet of chimney pipe sections  
required for outdoor installation).  
24.399"  
3
/
4" CLEARANCE  
NOT REQUIRED A T  
NAILING FLANGES  
73.798"  
Figure 2 - Corner Installation  
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WARNING:Hearthextension  
is to be installed only as shown  
in Figure 3.  
Continued  
DRAIN PAN (DP36)  
For outdoor installations, the fireplace enclo-  
sure must allow for adequate drainage and  
fresh air ventilation. It is recommended that  
a sealed, corrosion resistant catch pan with  
provision for drainage be installed under the  
fireplace within the fireplace enclosure (see  
Accessories on page 16).  
MANTELS  
A mantel may be installed if desired (see  
Figure 4). Woodwork such as wood trims,  
mantels or any other combustible material  
projecting from the front face must not be  
placed within 12" of the fireplace opening.  
Combustible materials above 12" and pro-  
HEARTH ExTENSION  
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of jecting more than 11/2" from the fireplace  
16" in front of and a minimum of 8" beyond must not be placed less than 15" from the  
each side of the fireplace opening is required top opening of the fireplace (NFPA STD 211,  
to protect combustible floor construction Sec. 7-3.3.3).  
in front of the fireplace. Fabricate a hearth  
extension using a material which meets the  
following specifications: a layer of noncom-  
bustible, inorganic material having a thermal  
conductivity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or  
less) at 1" thick. For example, if the material  
selected has a K factor of 0.25, such as glass  
fiber, the following formula would apply:  
Mantels or any other combustible material  
also may come up to the side edge of the  
black metal face of the fireplace just as long  
as the projection from the front face fall within  
the limit shown in Figure 4.  
Combustible  
12 1/4" Ref.  
Material  
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required  
0.84  
Safe  
Zone for  
6"  
Projection of  
Combustible  
Materials  
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be  
obtained from the manufacturer or supplier of  
the noncombustible material. If the hearth ex-  
tension is to be covered, use noncombustible  
material such as tile, slate, brick, concrete,  
metal, glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a  
means to prevent the hearth extension from  
shifting and seal gap between the fireplace  
frame and hearth extension with a noncom-  
bustible material (see Figure 3).  
Ref.  
33°  
3" Nom.  
11/2" Max.  
12" Min.  
Upper  
Section of  
Fireplace  
9" Min.  
Fireplace Opening  
Seal Gap  
Fireplace Front  
Top View of Fireplace  
Ember Protector  
FIREBOX  
8.0"  
33°  
Fireplace Front  
Raised Hearth  
2" Max.  
SAFE ZONE  
3.0"  
Ember Protector  
Hearth  
Extension  
Combustible  
Material Must  
Not Overlap  
Front Face  
Min. to  
Perpendicular  
Side Wall  
12"  
Fireplace Front  
Elevated  
Seal Gap  
Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances to  
Combustible Material  
Ember Protector  
Figure 3 - Hearth Extension  
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OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT  
WARNING: The opening in  
collar around chimney at top of  
fireplace must not be obstruct-  
ed. Never use blown insulation  
to fill chimney enclosure.  
(MODEL AK4/AK4F)  
The installation of an outside air kit should be  
performed during the rough framing of the fire-  
place due to the nature of it's location. Outside  
combustion air is accessed through a vented  
crawl space (AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4).  
See Figure 22 on page 13 for instruction of  
operating air kit.  
LINEAL GAIN  
PART NO.  
36"  
DESCRIPTION  
GAIN  
Fireplace  
40"  
12-8DM  
12-8HT  
18-8DM  
18-8HT  
24-8DM  
24-8HT  
36-8DM  
36-8HT  
48-8DM  
48-8HT  
Pipe Section  
Pipe Section  
Pipe Section  
Pipe Section  
Pipe Section  
10 5/8"  
16 5/8"  
23 5/8"  
34 5/8"  
46 5/8"  
CAUTION: Combustion air  
inlet ducts shall not terminate  
in attic space.  
The maximum height for the  
air vent can not exceed 3 feet  
below the flue gas outlet of the  
termination.  
6 7/8"  
7 3/4"  
*
*
RT-8DM Round Termination  
RTL-8DM Round Termination  
Secure to Collars with Metal Tape, Screws  
or Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20" in size)  
Round Termination 6 7/8" to  
with Slip Section  
23 1/8"*  
Round Termination 8 1/2" to  
RTT-8DM  
Air Inlet  
RTTL-8DM  
with Slip Section  
21 1/2"*  
Location  
Must Allow  
For Bushes  
or Snow  
*
ET-8DM Square Chase-Top  
12  
"
Square Chase-Top  
*
ETO-8DM  
12  
"
with Mesh  
Square Chase-Top  
with Slip Section  
7" to 15"*  
ETL-8DM  
Square Chase-Top  
ETLO-8DM with Mesh & Slip  
Section  
12  
"
to  
*
25 1/2"  
Air Inlet  
Eyebrow  
* The lineal gain for the terminations is mea-  
sured to the flue gas outlet height.  
Vent Hood  
Vented Crawl Space  
Required for  
12 3/8" Galvanized  
Outer Pipe  
(Check Local Codes  
Wall Installation  
Before Installing in a  
Vented Crawl Space)  
Hemmed  
Figure 5 - Outside Air Kit  
8" Stainless  
End  
Inner Pipe  
CHIMNEY PIPE  
The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system  
consists of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48" snap-  
lock, double-wall pipe segments, planned  
for maximum adaptability to individual site  
requirements. Actual lengths gained after fit-  
ting overlaps must be taken into consideration  
(lineal gain) and are given in the lineal gain  
chart (see Figure 6). Lineal gain is the actual  
measurable length of a part after two or more  
parts are connected. For Canada, use chimney  
parts designated "HT".  
Figure 6 - Lineal Gain  
A
SSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF  
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM  
Each double wall chimney section consists  
of a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel  
inner flue pipe and a wire spacer. The pipe  
sections must be assembled independently  
as the chimney is installed.  
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When connecting chimney directly to the fireplace,  
OFFSET RISE  
CHIMNEY LENGTH  
the inner flue pipe section must be installed first  
with the lanced side up. The outer pipe section  
can then be installed over the flue pipe section with  
the hemmed end up. Press down on each pipe  
section until the lances securely engage the hem  
on the fireplace starter. The wire will assure the  
proper spacing between the inner and outer pipe  
sections. Continue to assemble chimney sections  
as outlined, making sure that both the inner and  
outer pipe sections are locked together. When  
installing double wall snap-lock chimney together,  
it is important to assure the joint between the chim-  
ney sections is locked. Check by pulling chimney  
upward after locking. The chimney will not come  
apart if properly locked. It is not necessary to add  
screws to keep the chimney together (exception -  
see Figure 9, page 8).  
A
B
48" 36" 24" 18" 12"  
4 3/8" 16 3/8"  
9 3/4" 25 1/2"  
12 3/4" 30 3/4"  
15"  
18"  
21 1/4" 46 1/4"  
23 3/4" 49 1/4"  
27 3/4" 56 3/4"  
30"  
33"  
ELBOW SET ONLY  
1
1
34 3/4"  
40"  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
60 3/4"  
66"  
71"  
1
1
36"  
38 1/4"  
75"  
2
1
2
41 1/4" 80 1/4"  
1
1
45"  
46 3/4" 89 1/2"  
51"  
53 1/4"  
56 1/4" 106 1/4"  
59 1/4" 111 1/2"  
61 3/4" 115 1/2"  
64 3/4" 120 3/4"  
68 1/4"  
70"  
86 3/4"  
1
1
97"  
101"  
1
2
USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-8DM)  
1. To achieve desired offset, you may install  
combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48"  
length of double wall pipe (see offset chart  
and Figure 7).  
2
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on  
return elbow. Straps must be securely  
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 8,  
details A and B on page 8).  
127"  
130"  
1
1
74 1/4" 137 1/2"  
76 3/4" 141 1/2"  
79 3/4" 146 3/4"  
2
2
4
3. Maximum length of pipe between supports  
(return elbow or 12S-8DM) is 6' of angle  
run. Maximum of two 6' angle run sections  
per chimney system (see Figure 7).  
OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT)  
4. All pipe connections between offset and  
return must be secured with two screws  
on outer pipe only (see Figure 9, page 8).  
Do not penetrate inner stainless.  
Return  
Elbow  
Return  
Elbow  
Return  
Elbow  
Offset  
Elbow  
Offset  
Elbow  
6' Max.  
6' Max.  
6' Max.  
Ceiling  
Support Pipe  
12S-8DM  
Return  
Elbow  
Return  
Elbow  
6' Max.  
Offset  
Elbow  
Offset  
Elbow  
6' Max.  
6' Max.  
Offset  
Elbow  
A
B
C
Figure 7 - Typical Offset Terminations  
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See Detail A  
2" Min.  
Existing  
Ceiling  
Frame  
Firestop  
Spacer  
Straps  
Detail B  
Straps  
Angle Firestop  
Screws or  
Staples  
(Min. of 8)  
See Detail B  
Figure 10 - Firestop Spacer with Living  
Space Above Ceiling  
Screws or Staples  
(Min. of 8)  
Firestop  
Spacer  
Straps  
Straps  
Existing  
Ceiling  
Frame  
Detail A  
Return Elbow  
Figure 8 - Ceiling Support Pipe  
12S-8DM  
Figure 11 - Firestop Spacer with Attic  
Space Above Ceiling  
Screws  
B
PENETRATING ROOF  
To maintain a 1" clearance to the pipe on a  
roof with a pitch, a rectangular opening must  
be cut.  
1. Determine center point through which pipe  
will penetrate roof.  
A
2. Determine center point of roof. Pitch is the  
distance the roof drops over a given span,  
usually 12". A 6/12 pitch means that the  
roof drops 6" for each 12" one measure  
horizontally down from the roof rafters.  
Figure 9 - Elbow Offset  
FIRESTOP SPACERS (3600FS-8DM-1)  
Firestop spacers are required at each point  
where the chimney penetrates a floor space.  
Their purpose is to establish and maintain  
the required clearance between the chimney  
and the combustible materials. When the pipe  
passes through a framed opening into a living  
space above, the firestop must be placed onto  
the ceiling from below as shown in Figure 10.  
3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 12, page  
9) to determine the correct opening length  
and flashing required.  
4. Remove the shingles around opening  
measured. Cut out this section.  
5. Add next sections of pipe until end pen-  
etrates roof line. Check to see that the  
proper clearances are maintained. Extend  
chimney by adding sections of double wall  
pipe until pipe is minimum of 30" above the  
highest point of the roof cutout.Termination  
and chimney must extend a minimum of  
36"abovethehighestpointwhereitpasses  
through the roof.  
They also provide complete separation from  
one floor space to another or attic space as  
required by most codes. When the double wall  
pipe passes through a framed opening into an  
attic space, the firestop must be placed into an  
attic floor as shown in Figure 11.  
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Storm Collar Installation (SC1 or SC2)  
Place storm collar over pipe and slide down  
until it is snug against the open edge of the  
flashing (see Figure 14). Use SC1 for all round  
terminations and SC2 for all terminations with  
slip sections.Apply waterproof caulk around the  
perimeter of the collar to provide a proper seal.  
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Minimum Measurements  
14 3/8"  
(36.5 cm)  
30"  
1"  
(76.2 cm)  
(2.5  
cm)  
1"  
(2.5 cm)  
Chimney  
Pipe  
Waterproof  
Caulk  
1"  
(2.5  
cm)  
Storm  
Collar  
Flashing  
Opening "A"  
Pitch  
Slope Opening "A" Used Flashing  
Max.  
15"  
16 1/8"  
Model No.  
V6F-8DM  
V6F-8DM  
Figure 14 - Storm Collar  
Terminations/Spark Arrestor  
Flat  
0°  
0-6/12  
26.6°  
6/12-  
12/12  
The fireplace system must be terminated with  
the listed round top or chase terminations. In  
any case, refer to the installation instructions  
supplied with the termination. The termination  
approved for this fireplace are the RT-8DM and  
RTL-8DMthatcanbeusedforashingorchase  
and ET-8DM, ETO-8DM, ETL-8DM and ETLO-  
8DM for chase style termination only. Figure 15  
shows an RTL-8DM round top termination.  
45.0°  
20 3/8"  
V12F-8DM  
Figure 12 - Roof Opening Measurements  
FLASHING INSTALLATION (V6F-8DM  
OR V12F-8DM)  
Determine the flashing to be used with the roof  
opening chart. Slide flashing over pipe until  
base is flat against roof. Replace as many  
shingles as needed to cover exposed area  
and flashing base. Secure in position by nail-  
ing through shingles (see Figure 13). DO NOT  
NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE.  
CAUTION: Do not seal open-  
ingsontherooftopashing.Fol-  
low the installation instructions  
provided with the termination  
being used.  
Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof  
When installing flashing on a metal roof, it is  
required that putty tape be used between the  
flashingandroof.Theashingmustbesecured  
to the roof using #8 x 3/4" screws and then  
sealed with roof coating to prevent leakage  
through screw holes.Aroof coating must also be  
applied around perimeter of flashing to provide  
a proper seal.  
Attach Bracket  
Tabs to  
RTL-8D  
Outer Pipe  
(3 Places)  
Secure with  
Screws  
Level of  
Flue Gas  
Outlet  
Storm Collar  
Overlap  
Shingles Top  
and Sides Only  
Caulk  
Collar  
Overlap  
Shingles Top  
and Sides  
Flashing  
Cone  
Nail Only  
Flashing  
Outer  
Perimeter  
of Flashing  
Underlap  
Shingles  
Bottom Only  
Underlap Shingles  
at Bottom  
Figure 13 - Flashing Installation  
Figure 15 - Termination  
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Terminations with 16" slip pipe sections are  
10 FOOT RULE  
available. The RTT-8DM and RTTL-8DM are  
approved for flashing installations. When  
needed, these adjustable terminations may be  
used in combination with the pipe assembly to  
achieve the correct chimney height.  
All flue gas outlet chimney terminations must  
extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above the  
highest point where it passes through the roof  
and must be at least 2 feet above the high-  
est point of the roof that is within a horizontal  
distance of 10 feet (see Figure 17).  
Note: In the rare instance there is a problem  
with the side driven rain or wind or the chim-  
ney is not drafting properly, an ADS-8DM  
(Anti-Draft Shield) can be used with round  
terminations.  
Level of  
Flue Gas  
10'  
Outlet  
10'  
CHASE INSTALLATIONS  
2' Min.  
3' Min.  
Instructions for chase installations are  
included with the chase style termination  
chosen. In a multiple chase installation, be  
sure to provide adequate distance between  
terminations to prevent smoke spillage from  
one termination to another. We suggest that  
terminations be separated at least 24", center  
to center and stacked at a vertical height dif-  
ference of 18" (see Figure 16).  
2' Min.  
3' Min.  
Figure 17 - 10 Foot Rule  
FINISHING FIREPLACE  
Note: If a decorative shroud is to be installed,  
Combustible materials, such as wallboard,  
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,  
etc. may make direct contact with sides and top  
around the fireplace face. It is important that  
combustible materials do not overlap the face  
itself. Brick, glass, tile or other noncombustible  
materials may overlap the front face provided  
they do not obstruct essential openings like  
louvered slots or any other opening. When  
overlapping with a noncombustible facing  
material, use only noncombustible mortar or  
adhesive.  
contact the manufacturer for specifications.  
18"  
Min.  
Typ.  
24" Min.  
24" Min.  
Figure 16 - Multiple Chase Installation  
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EFFECTIVE HEIGHT  
EFFECTIVE HEIGHT  
OF TERMINATION CAP OF TERMINATION CAP  
MIN. HEIGHT  
OF 22 FT. (WITH  
2 ELBOW SETS)  
MAX. HEIGHT OF  
50 FT.  
MAX. HEIGHT  
50 FT.  
(ANY SYSTEM)  
EFFECTIVE HEIGHT  
EFFECTIVE HEIGHT  
OF TERMINATION CAP OF TERMINATION CAP  
14.5 FT.  
MINIMUM  
HEIGHT  
14.5 FT.  
MINIMUM  
HEIGHT  
UP TO  
6FT. MAX.  
UP TO  
6FT. MAX.  
30E-8DM  
30E-8DM  
Figure 18 - Typical Residential Installations  
OptiOnal gas line installatiOn  
Gas line hook up should be done by your  
supplier or a qualified service person.  
(see Figure 20, page 12). Note: Secure  
incoming gas line to wood framing to  
provide rigidity for threaded end.  
Note: Before you proceed, make sure your  
gas supply is turned off.  
4. Repack insulation around gas line and into  
sleeve opening. Seal any gaps between  
gas line and refractory knockout hole with  
refractory cement or commercial furnace  
cement, Install the gas appliance or cap-  
off gas line if desired.  
Use only a 1/2" black iron pipe and appropri-  
ate fittings.  
1. Remove knockout indentation on refrac-  
tory or firebrick wall located above the  
refractory hearth floor. The knockout  
indentation must be firmly tapped with any  
solid object such as a 1/2" dowel until it is  
released. Remove fragmented portions of  
refractory (see Figure 19).  
Side  
Outside of  
Firebrick  
Fireplace  
Finished  
Side  
Gas Line  
Conduit  
2. Remove gas line cover plate located on  
either side of fireplace and pull out insu-  
lation from gas line conduit sleeve. Save  
insulation for reuse. Replace screws.  
1/2" Dowel  
Insulation  
3. Run a 1/2" black iron gas line into the  
fireplace through the rear at gas line  
conduit sleeve (if using a raised platform,  
add height). Provide sufficient gas line into  
fireplace chamber for fitting connection  
Gas  
Conduit  
Cover  
Refractory  
Knockout  
Plug  
Figure 19 - Gas Line Knockout  
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OptiOnal gas line installatiOn  
Continued  
CAUTION: All gas piping  
andconnectionsmustbetested  
for leaks after the installation  
is completed. After ensuring  
that the gas valve is on, apply  
soap and water solution to all  
connectionsandjoints.Bubbles  
forming show a leak. Correct  
all leaks at once. DO NOT USE  
AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK  
TESTING AND DO NOT OPER-  
ATEANYAPPLIANCEIFALEAK  
IS DETECTED. LEAK TESTING  
SHOULDBEDONEBYAQUALI-  
FIED SERVICE PERSON.  
WARNING: Do not operate an  
unvented gas log set in this fire-  
place with the chimney removed.  
If you install a decorative gas appliance  
(vented gas log), the decorative gas appliance  
must comply with the Standard for Decorative  
Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel  
Burning Fireplaces, ANS Z21.60, Z21.84 or  
RG 2-72 and shall also be installed in accor-  
dance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
7223NFPA 54 latest edition.  
WARNING:Toavoidtheriskof  
damagingthereplacematerials  
andincreasingtheriskofspread-  
ingare,donotusethereplace  
to cook or warm food.  
Note: A FMI PRODUCTS, LLC hood must be  
installed when using an unvented gas log set  
(see Accessories on page 16).  
WARNING: If the fireplace  
hasbeenusedforwoodburning,  
thereboxandchimneymustbe  
cleaned of soot, creosote and  
ashes be a qualified chimney  
cleaner. Creosote will ignite if  
heavily heated.  
Side  
Outside of  
Firebrick  
Fireplace  
Incoming  
1/2" Black  
Iron Pipe  
Finished  
Side  
Gas  
Line  
Conduit  
Seal  
Opening  
with  
Refractory  
Cement  
WARNING: When using a  
decorative vented gas log, the  
damper must be removed or per-  
manentlylockedinthefullyopen  
positionandtheglassdoorsmust  
be in the fully open position.  
Repack  
Insulation  
Provide Enough Threaded  
End for Fitting Connection  
Figure 20 - Gas Line Installation  
OpeRatiOn and Maintenance guidelines  
GLASS DOORS  
Glass doors are optional with the fireplace.  
When the fireplace is in operation, doors  
must be fully opened or fully closed position  
only or a fire hazard may be created (see  
Figure 21).  
Doors Fully Closed  
Fireplace Front  
A fireplace equipped with glass doors oper-  
ates mush differently than a fireplace with an  
open front. A fireplace with glass doors has a  
limited amount of air for combustion. Exces-  
sive heat within the fireplace can result if too  
large a fire is built or if the combustion air gate  
is not completely open.  
Doors  
Fully Opened  
Fireplace Front  
Figure 21 - Glass Doors  
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Continued  
The following tips should be followed to as-  
sure that both the fireplace and the glass door  
retain their beauty and function properly. Both  
the flue damper and the glass doors must be  
fully opened before starting the fire. This will  
provide sufficient combustion air and maintain  
safe temperatures in the firebox.  
OUTSIDE AIR AND DAMPER  
HANDLE OPERATION  
The damper handle, which opens and closes  
the damper blade, is located in the upper front  
face of the fireplace. Pushing the handle into  
the left of the keyway slot will free the damper  
blade to automatically open. Pushing the  
handle in to the right will lock the damper  
blade closed (see Figure 22).  
IMPORTANT: The glass must be allowed to  
warm slowly and evenly. The tempered glass  
will withstand a gradual temperature rise to  
550° F, which is more than a normal fire will  
generate. Such materials as pitch/wax laden  
logs, very dry mill end lumber and large  
amounts of paper or cardboard boxes can  
create an excessively hot fire and should not  
be burned in this fireplace. Always keep the  
fire well back from the doors and never allow  
flames to contact the glass.  
The outside air kit handle is located at the left  
hand side of the fireplace (see Figure 22).  
Pulling the handle out will free the outside air  
door to open. Pushing the handle in will lock  
the door closed.  
WARNING: Risk of fire! Re-  
placegratewithFMIPRODUCTS,  
LLC model 111028-01 only. This  
gratehasbeendesignedtokeep  
the operation of your fireplace  
safe and efficient.  
WARNING: Fireplaces  
equipped with glass doors  
should be operated only with  
doorsfullyopenedordoorsfully  
closed.Doors,ifleftpartlyopen,  
may draw gas and flame out of  
the fireplace opening creating  
risks of both fire and smoke.  
For further operating guidelines, instructions  
and warranty information, please refer to your  
homeowner's guide or contact your authorized  
dealer.  
Damper  
Handle  
Cleaning Glass  
Clean the glass with any commercial glass  
cleaner or soap and water. Do not use any  
abrasive material to clean the glass. Do not  
clean the glass with any cool water is the glass  
is still hot from the fire and smoke.  
Keyway  
Slot  
A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed  
for the purpose of installing a vented or vent-  
free decorative gas appliance incorporating an  
automatic shutoff device and complying with  
the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances  
for Installation in Vented Fireplaces, ANSI  
Z21.60 or American Gas Association draft  
requirements for Gas Fired Log Lighters for  
Wood Burning Fireplaces, Draft NO. 4 dated  
August, 1993.  
Outside Air  
Kit Handle  
Handle  
Retainer  
Figure 22 - Damper and Air Kit Handle  
If you wish to install an unvented (vent-free)  
gas log set, only unvented gas log sets which  
have been found to comply with the standard  
for unvented room heaters,ANSI Z21.11.2 are  
to be installed in this fireplace.  
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WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE MODELS  
S36, S36H, S36R, S36RH, S36-LS, VS36, VS36H, VS36R AND VS36RH  
35  
29  
2
1
21  
5
8
15  
17  
28  
20  
30  
25  
9
18  
19  
11  
37/38  
7
12  
34  
3
36  
31  
4
24  
26  
10  
32  
6
33  
22  
16  
13  
27  
14  
16  
23  
27  
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WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE MODELS S36, S36H, S36R, S36RH, S36-LS,  
VS36, VS36H, VS36R AND VS36RH  
This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace.  
KEY  
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
4
4
2
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
106638-01 Insulation Pan  
** Fireplace Top  
106641-01 Fireplace Surround  
106642-01 Air Rod Retainer  
106643-01 Damper Rod Retainer  
**  
**  
**  
Firebox Bottom  
Firebox Surround  
Air Separator  
See Below Left Refractory  
10 See Below Right Refractory  
11 See Below Rear Refractory  
12 See Below Bottom Rear Refractory  
13 See Below Bottom Front Refractory  
14 106683-01 Firebox Support Leg  
15 106687-01 Damper Can Collar  
16 106691-01 Screen Rod  
17  
18 106703-01 Air Kit Door Assembly  
19 ** Face Weldment  
**  
Firebox Top Assembly  
20 110892-01 Air Deflector  
21 111327-01 Fireplace Top Insulation  
22 107775-01 Access Panel  
23 107854-01 Right Refractory Bracket  
24 107854-02 Left Refractory Bracket  
25 111028-01 Grate  
26 11418  
27 110890-01 Stainless Screen  
Push-On Nut  
28 16405  
29 20023  
30 20027  
31 106539-02 Grate Retainer  
32 111073-01 Door Stop  
33 111204-01 Pivot Clip  
34 20090  
35 20280  
36 21171  
37 21379  
38 21380  
Collar Insulation  
Chimney Starter Collar  
Refractory Retainer  
Spring Clip  
Top Spacer  
Conduit Plate Cover  
Gas Conduit  
Gas Conduit  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
106625-01 Home Owner’s Guide  
1
2
20093  
Ember Protector  
** Not a field replaceable part  
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WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE MODELS S36, S36H, S36R, S36RH, S36-LS,  
VS36, VS36H, VS36R AND VS36RH  
Right Side  
Rear  
Bottom  
Front Bottom  
Left Side  
REFRACTORY BRICK  
KEY  
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
9
106658-03 Left Refractory, Textured White Brick  
108164-03 Left Refractory, Textured White Herringbone  
106658-02 Left Refractory, Textured Red Brick  
108164-02 Left Refractory, Textured Red Herringbone  
106658-01 Left Refractory, Smooth White Brick  
108164-01 Left Refractory, Smooth White Herringbone  
10 106659-03 Right Refractory, Textured White Brick  
108165-03 Right Refractory, Textured White Herringbone  
106659-02 Right Refractory, Textured Red Brick  
108165-02 Right Refractory, Textured Red Herringbone  
106659-01 Right Refractory, Smooth White Brick  
108165-01 Right Refractory, Smooth White Herringbone  
11 106660-03 Rear Refractory, Textured White Brick  
108166-03 Rear Refractory, Textured White Herringbone  
106660-02 Rear Refractory, Textured Red Brick  
108166-02 Rear Refractory, Textured Red Herringbone  
106660-01 Rear Refractory, Smooth White Brick  
108166-01 Rear Refractory, Smooth White Herringbone  
12 110899-01 Bottom Rear Refractory, White Brick  
110899-02 Bottom Rear Refractory, Red Brick  
1
1
1
1
1
1
13 110900-01 Bottom Front Refractory, White Brick  
110900-02 Bottom Front Refractory, Red Brick  
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You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact  
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537. When calling please have your model and serial  
numbers of your heater ready.  
You can also visit FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s web site at www.fmiproducts.com.  
accessORies  
DOUBLE WALL PIPE  
12-8DM 12-8HT  
18-8DM 18-8-HT  
24-8DM 24-8HT  
36-8DM 36-8HT  
48-8DM 48-8HT  
BI-FOLD GLASS DOOR  
BDO36 - Black  
BDO36B - Brushed Brass  
BDO36P - Platinum  
ROOF FLASHING  
0 TO 6/12 PITCH - V6F-8DM  
6/12 TO 12/12 PITCH - V12F-8DM  
30° OFFSET AND RETURN  
30E-8DM  
ANTI-DRAFT SHIELD  
(Round Top Termination Only)  
ADS-8DM  
FIRESTOP SPACER  
3600FS-8DM-1  
HOOD  
STAINLESS STEEL- HS36  
Required when installing a vent-free gas log  
in this fireplace.  
DRAIN PAN DP36  
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ROUND TOP  
TERMINATIONS  
RT-8DM, RTL-8DM  
ROUND TOP  
TERMINATIONS  
WITH SLIP SECTION  
RTT-8DM, RTTL-8DM  
OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR SIDE WALL  
INSTALLATION - AK4  
ROUND TOP  
TERMINATIONS  
WITH LOUVERS  
RTL-8DM  
OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR FLOOR  
INSTALLATION - AK4F  
STORM COLLAR  
SC1-1 For RT-8DM and RTL-8DM  
SC2-1 For RTT-8DM and RTTL-8DM  
SQUARE CHASE-TOP  
TERMINATION  
ET-8DM, ETO-8DM  
ECONO-TOP TERMINATION WITH  
SLIP SECTION  
ETL-8DM, ETLO-8DM  
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2701 S. Harbor Blvd.  
Santa Ana, CA 92704  
1-866-328-4537  
111026-01  
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