FMI Indoor Fireplace VB42 User Manual

WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE  
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL  
PFS  
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ICC-ES #ESR-2542  
MODELS (V)B42, (V)B42I, (V)B42L AND (V)B42LI  
SAVE THIS BOOK  
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you  
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also  
contains information that will enable you to obtain re-  
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep  
it with your other important papers.  
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning fire-  
place or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS  
Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas  
logheaterapprovedtoANSZ21.11.2standard.AFMIPROD-  
UCTS, LLC hood must be installed when using a vent-free  
log heater (see , page 18).  
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127-  
CAN/ULC-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT  
APPLIANCE.  
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such  
as the municipal building department, fire department,  
etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter-  
mine the need to obtain a permit.  
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.  
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
1" AIRSPACE  
TO COMBUSTIBLE  
MATERIAL  
GAS LINE  
KNOCK OUTS  
RIGHT SIDE  
0" TO  
TOP SPACERS  
NO COMBUSTIBLE  
MATERIAL ON FACE  
8.25"  
7"  
COMBUSTIBLE  
WALL BOARD  
3/4" AIR  
SPACE  
BACK  
AND  
GAS LINE  
AIR KIT  
KNOCK OUT  
KNOCK OUTS  
SIDES  
LEFT SIDE  
NOT LESS  
THAN 14" TO  
PERPENDICULAR  
SIDEWALL  
OUTSIDE AIR  
(LEFT SIDE  
ONLY)  
10.375"  
HEARTH  
8.25"  
EXTENSION  
66" X 20"  
0" TO  
BOTTOM  
12"  
EACH SIDE  
7"  
13"  
25.375"  
28.5"  
14.438"  
1.375"  
21.125"  
14"  
38.85"  
0.625"  
44"  
ROUND TOP TERMINATION  
1"  
32"  
37.5"  
SQUARE CHASE-TOP  
TERMINATION  
33"  
21.5"  
6.5"  
42"  
44"  
1.75"  
1"  
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION  
3. Set fireplace directly in front of this open-  
SELECTING LOCATION  
ing and slide unit back until nailing flanges  
touch side framing.  
To determine safest and most efficient location  
for fireplace, you must take into consideration  
the following guidelines:  
4. Check level of fireplace and shim with  
sheet metal if necessary.  
1. Location must allow for proper clearances  
(see Figures 1 and 2).  
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared  
framing, ember protector must be placed  
between hearth extension (not included)  
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 protec-  
tor (not included) must be fabricated to  
fit your required platform height. Ember  
protector should extend under fireplace a  
minimum of 1 1/2". Ember protector should  
be made of galvanized sheet metal (28  
gauge minimum) to prevent corrosion.  
2. Consider a location where fireplace will  
not be affected by drafts, air conditioning  
ducts, windows or doors.  
3. A location that avoids cutting of joists or  
roof rafters will make installation easier.  
4. An outside air kit is available with this  
fireplace (see Optional Outside Air Kit on  
page 7).  
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO  
COMBUSTIBLES  
Back and sides of fireplace 3/4" minimum*  
6. Using screws or nails, secure fireplace to  
framing through flanges located on sides  
of fireplace.  
Floor**  
0" minimum  
Perpendicular wall to opening 12" minimum  
Top spacers  
0" minimum  
Mantel clearances  
see Mantels, page 6  
Chimney outer pipe surface  
* Not required at nailing flanges  
** See step 2 of Framing  
1" minimum  
WARNING: Do not pack re-  
quiredairspaceswithinsulation  
or other materials.  
37.625"  
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height  
Minimum height of chimney, measured from  
base of fireplace to flue gas outlet of termina-  
tion, is 14.5 feet for straight flue or a flue with  
one elbow set. Maximum distance between  
elbows is 6 feet. For systems with two elbow  
sets, minimum height is 22 feet. Maximum  
height of any system is 50 feet. This measure-  
ment includes fireplace, chimney sections and  
height of termination assembly at level of flue  
gas outlet (see Figure 18, page 11).  
44.25"  
22"  
Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions  
Maintain 3/4"  
Clearance at  
Sides and  
Back of  
15 7/8"  
Fireplace  
52 1/2"  
22 1/2"  
FRAMING  
1. Frame opening for fireplace using dimen-  
sions 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, fireplace must be installed upon  
a metal or wood panel extending full width  
and depth of fireplace.  
3/4" Clearance Not  
Required at Nailing Flanges  
72 7/8"  
Figure 2 - Corner Installation  
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION  
HEARTH EXTENSION  
Seal Gap  
Fireplace Front  
Ember Protector  
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of  
20" in front of and a minimum of 12" beyond  
each side of fireplace opening is required to  
protect combustible floor construction in front  
of fireplace. Fabricate a hearth extension  
using a material which meets the following  
specifications: a layer of noncombustible,  
inorganic material having a thermal conductiv-  
ity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or less) at 1"  
thick. For example, if material selected has  
a K factor of 0.25, such as glass fiber, the  
following formula would apply:  
NO  
Do Not Block Louver  
Hearth  
Extension  
Fireplace Front  
Elevated  
Seal Gap  
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required  
0.84  
Ember Protector  
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be  
obtained from manufacturer or supplier of  
noncombustible material. If hearth extension  
is to be covered, use noncombustible mate-  
rial such as tile, slate, brick, concrete, metal,  
glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a means  
to prevent hearth extension from shifting and  
seal gap between fireplace frame and hearth  
extension with a noncombustible material  
(see Figure 3).  
Hearth Extension, Circulating Modes  
Seal Gap  
Fireplace Front  
Ember Protector  
Fireplace Front  
Raised Hearth  
WARNING:Hearthextension  
is to be installed only as shown  
in Figure 3.  
Ember Protector  
Hearth  
Extension  
Fireplace Front  
Elevated  
Seal Gap  
Ember Protector  
Hearth Extension, Noncirculating Models  
Figure 3 - Hearth Extension  
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION  
Continued  
MANTELS  
FAN/BLOWER KIT ASSEMBLY  
A mantel may be installed if desired (see Fan or blower kit is optional with this fireplace  
Figure 4). Woodwork such as wood trims, (for circulating models only). Use of blowers  
mantels or any other combustible material or fans other than those manufactured by  
projecting from front face must not be placed FMI PRODUCTS, LLC voids warranty. Fan  
within 12" of fireplace opening (and within 9" is operated by pressing rocker switch (see  
of top louver opening). Combustible materi- Figure 6) in lower right hand corner of fireplace  
als above 12" and projecting more than 1 1/2" face. Blower is operated by turning control  
from fireplace must not be placed less than knob (not shown).  
12" from top opening of fireplace (NFPA STD  
211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).  
Fan/blower kit electrical connections are  
made through electrical cover plate on side  
Mantels or any other combustible material of fireplace a shown in Figure 6.  
may come up to side edge of black metal face  
of fireplace if projection from front face falls  
Sheet  
Metal  
Screws  
within limits shown in Figure 5.  
12 1/4" Ref.  
Combustible  
Material  
Safe Zone For  
Projection of  
Combustible  
Materials  
6"  
Ref.  
Electrical  
Cover  
Plate  
Rocker  
Switch  
Electrical  
Bushing  
33°  
3" Nom.  
Outer Wrapper  
of Fireplace  
Wire Nut (3x)  
(Not Supplied)  
*Note: Drawing  
Not To Scale  
Electrical  
Housing  
15"  
Min.  
Power Source Wiring  
(Not Supplied)  
1 1/2"  
Max.  
9"  
To Power  
Source  
Min.  
12"  
Min.  
Electrical Cover  
Plate and  
Electrical Bushing  
Top of  
Louvered  
Opening  
Upper Section  
of Circulating  
Fireplace  
Receptacle  
(Supplied)  
Prewired Receptacle  
and Ground  
Fireplace Chassis  
Ground  
Fireplace Opening  
Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances to  
Combustible Material  
Figure 6 - Fan Switch-Electrical Bushing  
Wiring Instructions  
1. Remove electrical cover plate with bush-  
ing from fireplace by removing 2 sheet  
metal screws as shown in Figure 6.  
FIREBOX  
Top View of Fireplace  
2. Slide power source wiring through electri-  
cal bushing opening and electrical cover  
plate and make all necessary connec-  
tions.  
0.625" Max.  
SAFE ZONE  
8"  
1"  
33°  
3. Slide all wiring connections in electrical  
housing as shown in Figure 6.  
Min. 12" from  
Perpendicular Side Wall  
4. Secure electrical cover plate with screws  
previously removed.  
Figure 5 - Side Mantel Clearance  
Note: Electrical housing and cover plate have  
sharp edges. Wear protective gloves.  
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VENTING INSTALLATION  
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT  
WARNING: The opening in  
collar around chimney at top of  
fireplacemustnotbeobstructed.  
Neveruseblowninsulationtoll  
chimney enclosure.  
(MODEL AK4/AK4F)  
Installation of outside air kit should be per-  
formed during rough framing of fireplace due  
to the nature of it's location. Outside combus-  
tion air is accessed through a vented crawl  
space (AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4).  
See Figure 24 on page 15 for instruction of  
operating air kit.  
3
8
12 / "  
Galvanized  
Outer Pipe  
CAUTION: Combustion air  
inlet ducts shall not terminate  
in attic space.  
Hemmed  
End  
8" Stainless  
Inner Pipe  
The maximum height for the  
air vent can not exceed 3 feet  
below the flue gas outlet of the  
termination.  
LINEAL GAIN  
DESCRIPTION  
PART NO.  
GAIN  
37 1/2"  
36"  
Fireplace  
Secure to Collars with Metal Tape, Screws  
or Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20" in size)  
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  
10 5/8"  
16 5/8"  
23 5/8"  
34 5/8"  
46 5/8"  
Air Inlet  
Location  
Must Allow  
For Bushes  
or Snow  
Pipe Section  
RT-8DM  
Round Termination  
6 7/8"*  
7 3/4"*  
7 1/2"*  
RTL-8DM Round Termination  
Air Inlet  
RLT-8DM  
Round Termination  
Eyebrow  
Vented Crawl Space  
Vent Hood  
Round Termination  
with Slip Section  
Round Termination  
with Slip Section  
Round Termination  
with Slip Section  
6 7/8" to  
23 1/8"*  
8 1/2" to  
21 1/2"*  
7 1/2" to  
21 1/4"*  
RTT-8DM  
(Check Local Codes  
Required for  
Before Installing in a  
Wall Installation  
RTTL-8DM  
Vented Crawl Space)  
Figure 7 - Outside Air Kit  
RLTT-8DM  
ET-8DM  
Square Chase-Top  
12"*  
CHIMNEY PIPE  
Square Chase-Top  
with Mesh  
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 lineal gain chart  
(see Figure 8).  
ETO-8DM  
12"*  
Square Chase-Top  
with Slip Section  
Square Chase-Top  
with Mesh & Slip  
Section  
7" to 15"*  
ETL-8DM  
12" to  
ETLO-8DM  
25 1/2"*  
* The lineal gain for the terminations is  
measured to the flue gas outlet height.  
Lineal gain is actual measurable length of a  
part after two or more parts are connected.  
Figure 8 - Lineal Gain  
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VENTING INSTALLATION  
Continued  
installing double wall snap-lock chimney to-  
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF  
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM  
gether, it is important to assure joint between  
chimney sections is locked. Check by pulling  
chimney upward after locking. Chimney will  
not come apart if properly locked. It is not  
necessary to add screws to keep chimney to-  
gether (exception - see Figure 11, page 9).  
Each double wall chimney section consists  
of a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel  
inner flue pipe and a wire spacer. Pipe sec-  
tions must be assembled independently as  
chimney is installed. When connecting chim-  
ney directly to fireplace, inner flue pipe sec-  
tion must be installed first with lanced side  
up. Outer pipe section can then be installed  
over flue pipe section with hemmed end up.  
Press down on each pipe section until lances  
securely engage hem on fireplace starter.  
Wire will assure proper spacing between  
inner and outer pipe sections.  
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, page 7, and Figure 9).  
Note: For systems with 2 elbow sets, mini-  
mum height is 22 feet. Maximum height  
for any system is 50 feet.  
Note: For Canada, use chimney parts des-  
ignated HT.  
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on  
return elbow. Straps must be securely  
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 10,  
details A and B, page 9).  
Opening in collar around  
chimneyattopofreplacemust  
not be obstructed. Never use  
blown insulation to fill chimney  
enclosure.  
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 9).  
4. All pipe connections between offset and  
return must be secured with two screws  
on outer pipe only (see Figure 11, page  
9). Do not penetrate inner stainless.  
Continue to assemble chimney sections as  
outlined, making sure that both inner and  
outer pipe sections are locked together. When  
Return  
Elbow  
Return  
Elbow  
Return  
Elbow  
Offset  
Offset  
Elbow  
Elbow  
6' Max.  
6' Max.  
Ceiling  
Support Pipe  
12S-8DM  
Return  
Elbow  
6' Max.  
6' Max.  
Offset  
Elbow  
Offset  
Elbow  
Return  
Elbow  
6' Max.  
6' Max.  
Offset  
Elbow  
A
B
C
Figure 9 - Typical Offset Installation  
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VENTING INSTALLATION  
Continued  
See Detail A  
Ceiling Support  
Pipe 12S-8DM  
2" Min.  
See Detail B  
Straps  
Straps  
Straps  
Straps  
Detail A  
Return Elbow  
Detail B  
Angle  
Firestop  
Figure 10 - Ceiling Support Pipe 12S-8DM  
OFFSET RISE  
CHIMNEY LENGTH  
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"  
ELBOW SET ONLY  
1
1
15"  
18"  
34 3/4"  
1
40"  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
21 1/4" 46 1/4"  
23 3/4" 49 1/4"  
27 3/4" 56 3/4"  
1
1
1
1
30"  
33"  
60 3/4"  
66"  
Screws  
1
1
B
36"  
71"  
75"  
38 1/4"  
2
1
2
41 1/4" 80 1/4"  
1
1
45"  
46 3/4" 89 1/2"  
51" 97"  
86 3/4"  
1
1
1
2
53 1/4" 101"  
56 1/4" 106 1/4"  
59 1/4" 111 1/2"  
61 3/4" 115 1/2"  
64 3/4" 120 3/4"  
68 1/4" 127"  
2
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
A
1
2
1
70"  
130"  
1
1
74 1/4" 137 1/2"  
76 3/4" 141 1/2"  
79 3/4" 146 3/4"  
2
2
4
OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT)  
Figure 11 - Elbow Offset  
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VENTING INSTALLATION  
Continued  
4. Remove shingles around opening mea-  
FIRESTOP SPACERS (3600FS-8DM-1)  
sured. Cut out this section.  
Firestop spacers are required at each point  
where chimney penetrates a floor space.  
Their purpose is to establish and maintain  
required clearance between chimney and  
combustible materials. When pipe passes  
through a framed opening into a living space  
above, firestop must be placed onto ceiling  
from below as shown in Figure 12.  
5. Add next sections of pipe until end  
penetrates roof line. Check to see that  
proper clearances are maintained. Extend  
chimney by adding sections of double wall  
pipe until pipe is minimum of 30" above  
highest point of roof cutout. Termination  
and chimney must extend a minimum of  
36" above highest point where it passes  
through roof.  
They also provide complete separation from  
one floor space to another or attic space as  
required by most codes. When double wall  
pipe passes through a framed opening into  
an attic space, firestop must be placed into  
an attic floor as shown in Figure 13.  
Minimum Measurements  
16 3/8"  
(48.3 cm)  
30"  
(76.2 cm)  
2"  
If area above is a living space, install  
firestop below framed hole.  
(5.1  
cm)  
2"  
(5.1 cm)  
2"  
(5.1  
cm)  
Opening "A"  
Figure 12 - Firestop Spacer with Living  
Space Above Ceiling  
Pitch  
Slope Opening Used Flashing  
If area above is an attic or insulated area,  
install firestop above framed hole.  
"A" Max.  
15"  
16 1/8"  
20 3/8"  
Model No.  
V6F-8DM  
V6F-8DM  
V12F-8DM  
Flat  
0-6/12  
6/12- 12/12 45.0°  
0°  
26.6°  
Figure 14 - Roof Opening Measurements  
FLASHING INSTALLATION (V6F-8DM  
OR V12F-8DM)  
Figure 13 - Firestop Spacer with Attic  
Space Above Ceiling  
Determine flashing to be used with roof open-  
ing 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 nailing through  
shingles (see Figure 15, page 11). DO NOT  
NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE.  
PENETRATING ROOF  
To maintain a 2" clearance to pipe on a roof with  
a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut.  
1. Determine center point where pipe will  
penetrate the roof.  
2. Determine center point of the roof. Pitch  
is the distance the roof drops over a given  
span, usually 12".A6/12 pitch means that  
the roof drops 6" for each 12" measure  
horizontally down from roof rafters.  
Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof  
When installing flashing on a metal roof, it  
is required that putty tape be used between  
flashing and roof. Flashing must be secured  
to roof using #8 x 3/4" screws and then sealed  
with roof coating to prevent leakage through  
screw holes. A roof coating must also be ap-  
plied around perimeter of flashing to provide  
a proper seal.  
3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 14) to  
determine correct opening length and  
flashing required.  
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VENTING INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Overlap  
Shingles Top  
and Sides Only  
Terminations with 16" slip pipe sections are  
Storm Collar  
Flashing  
Cone  
available. RTT-8DM, RTTL-8DM and RLTT-  
8DM are approved for flashing installations.  
When needed, these adjustable terminations  
may be used in combination with pipe assem-  
bly to achieve correct chimney height.  
Nail Only  
Outer  
Perimeter  
of Flashing  
Note: In the rare instance there is a problem  
with side driven rain or wind or chimney is  
not drafting properly, an ADS-8DM (Anti-Draft  
Shield) can be used with round terminations.  
Level of Flue  
Gas Outlet  
RTL-8DM  
Attach Bracket  
Tabs to  
Outer Pipe  
(3 Places)  
Secure with  
Screws  
Underlap Shingles  
at Bottom  
Flue Pipe of  
RTL-8DM  
Inside Inner  
Pipe of  
Figure 15 - Flashing Installation  
Storm Collar Installation (SC1)  
Chimney  
Place storm collar over pipe and slide down  
until it is snug against open edge of flashing  
(see Figure 16). Use SC1 for all round  
Overlap  
Shingles Top  
and Sides  
Caulk  
Collar  
terminations. Apply waterproof caulk around  
perimeter of collar to provide a proper seal.  
Flashing  
Chimney  
Pipe  
Waterproof  
Caulk  
Storm  
Collar  
Flashing  
Underlap Shingles  
Bottom Only  
Figure 17 - Termination  
CHASE INSTALLATIONS  
Instructions for chase installations are includ-  
ed with 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 difference of 18"  
(see Figure 18), page 12.  
Figure 16 - Storm Collar  
Terminations/Spark Arrestor  
Fireplace system must be terminated with  
listed round top or chase terminations. In any  
case, refer to installation instructions supplied  
with termination. Terminations approved for  
this fireplace are RT-8DM, RTL -8DM and  
RLT-8DM that can be used for flashing or  
chase and ET-8DM, ETO-8DM, ETL-8DM  
and ETLO-8DM for chase style termination  
only. Figure 17 shows an RTL-8DM round  
top termination.  
Note: If a decorative shroud is to be installed,  
contact manufacturer for specifications.  
CAUTION: Do not seal open-  
ingsontherooftopashing.Fol-  
low the installation instructions  
provided with the termination  
being used.  
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VENTING INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Level of  
Flue Gas  
Outlet  
10 FOOT RULE  
10'  
All flue gas outlet chimney terminations must  
extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above  
highest point where it passes through roof and  
must be at least 2 feet above highest point of  
the roof that is within a horizontal distance of  
10 feet (see Figure 19).  
10'  
2' Min.  
3' Min.  
2' Min.  
3' Min.  
18"  
Min.  
Typ.  
Figure 19 - 10 Foot Rule  
FINISHING FIREPLACE  
Combustible materials, such as wallboard,  
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,  
etc., may make direct contact with sides and  
top around fireplace face. It is important that  
combustible materials do not overlap face  
itself. Brick, glass, tile or other noncombustible  
materials may overlap front face provided  
they do not obstruct essential openings such  
as louvered slots. When overlapping with  
a noncombustible facing material, use only  
noncombustible mortar or adhesive.  
24" Min.  
24" Min.  
Figure 18 - Multiple Chase Installation  
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 20 - Typical Residential Installations  
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Gas line hook up should be done by your Note: A FMI PRODUCTS, LLC hood must be  
supplier or a qualified service person.  
installed when using an unvented gas log set  
(see Accessories on page 18).  
Note: Before you proceed, make sure your  
gas supply is turned off.  
WARNING: Do not operate an  
unvented gas log set in this fire-  
place with chimney removed.  
Use only a 1/2" black iron pipe and appropri-  
ate fittings.  
1. Remove knockout indentation on refracto-  
ry or firebrick wall located above refractory  
hearth floor. 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 21).  
If you install a decorative gas appliance  
(vented gas log), decorative gas appliance  
must comply with the Standard for Decorative  
Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel  
Burning Fireplaces, ANS Z21.60 or Z21.84  
and shall also be installed in accordance with  
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 7223NFPA  
54 latest edition.  
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.  
WARNING: To avoid the risk  
of damaging fireplace materials  
andincreasingtheriskofspread-  
ing a fire, do not use fireplace to  
cook or warm food.  
3. Run a 1/2" black iron gas line into fire-  
place through rear at gas line conduit  
sleeve (if using a raised platform, add  
height). Provide sufficient gas line into  
fireplace chamber for fitting connection  
(see Figure 22).  
Outside of  
Fireplace  
Side  
Note: Secure incoming gas line to wood  
framing to provide rigidity for threaded  
end.  
Firebrick  
Finished  
Side  
Gas Line  
Conduit  
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 gas appliance or cap off  
gas line if desired.  
1/2" Dowel  
Insulation  
Gas  
Conduit  
Cover  
Refractory  
Knockout  
Plug  
CAUTION:Allgaspipingand  
connections must be tested for  
leaks after installation is com-  
pleted. After ensuring that gas  
valveison,applysoapandwater  
solution to all connections and  
joints. Bubbles forming show a  
leak. Correct all leaks at once.  
DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME  
FOR LEAK TESTING AND DO  
NOTOPERATEANYAPPLIANCE  
IF A LEAK IS DETECTED. LEAK  
TESTING SHOULD BE DONE  
BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE  
PERSON.  
Figure 21 - Gas Line Knockout  
Outside of  
Fireplace  
Side  
Firebrick  
Finished  
Side  
Incoming  
1/2" Black  
Iron Pipe  
Gas  
Line  
Conduit  
Seal  
Opening  
with  
Refractory  
Cement  
Repack  
Insulation  
Provide Enough Threaded  
End for Fitting Connection  
Figure 22 - Gas Line Installation  
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Continued  
WARNING: If the fireplace  
has been used for wood burn-  
ing, firebox and chimney must  
becleanedofsoot,creosoteand  
ashes be a qualified chimney  
cleaner. Creosote will ignite if  
heavily heated.  
WARNING: When using  
a decorative vented gas log,  
damper must be removed or  
permanentlylockedinfullyopen  
position and glass doors must  
be in fully open position.  
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE  
GLASS DOORS  
Glass doors are optional with this fireplace.  
When fireplace is in operation, doors must be  
fully opened or fully closed position only or a  
fire hazard may be created (see Figure 23).  
Doors Fully Closed  
Fireplace Front  
A fireplace equipped with glass doors oper-  
ates much 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 fireplace can result if too large  
a fire is built or if combustion air gate is not  
completely open.  
The following tips should be used to assure  
that both fireplace and glass door retain  
their beauty and function properly. Both the  
flue damper and glass doors must be fully  
opened before starting a fire. This will provide  
sufficient combustion air and maintain safe  
temperatures in firebox.  
Doors Fully Opened  
Fireplace Front  
Figure 23 - Glass Doors  
Cleaning Glass  
IMPORTANT: The glass must be allowed  
to warm slowly and evenly. 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 fire  
back from doors and never allow flames to  
contact glass.  
Clean glass with any commercial glass  
cleaner or soap and water. Do not use any  
abrasive material to clean the glass. Do not  
clean glass with any cool water if glass is still  
hot from fire and smoke.  
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.  
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.  
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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Continued  
DAMPER HANDLE OPERATION  
LOCATING ACCESS COVER PLATE  
Damper handle, which opens and closes Sheet metal cover plates located underneath  
damper blade, is located inside firebox at front hearth refractory may have shifted or moved  
center towards back wall (see Figure 24). out of place while fireplace was in transit. These  
Pushing handle back into keyway slot will cover plates must be kept in the proper location  
free damper blade to automatically open. prior to using the fireplace (See Figure 26).  
To close, push handle back into keyhole slot  
For further operating guidelines, instruc-  
tions and warranty information, please  
refer to your homeowner's guide or contact  
then pull down and forward to lock it in place  
(see Figure 25).  
your authorized dealer.  
WARNING: Risk of fire! Re-  
placegratewithFMIPRODUCTS,  
LLC model 107001-02 only. This  
gratehasbeendesignedtokeep  
the operation of your fireplace  
safe and efficient.  
Damper  
Handle  
Access  
Panel  
Figure 26 - Locating Access Cover Plate  
TECHNICAL SERVICE  
You may have further questions about in-  
stallation, operation, or troubleshooting.  
If so, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at  
1-866-328-4537. When calling please have  
Figure 24 - Damper Handle Location  
your model and serial numbers of your heater  
ready.  
You can also visit our web site at  
Damper  
Weight  
REPLACEMENT PARTS  
If this product is missing a part or has a  
broken component, please do not return it  
to the store. Call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at  
1-866-328-4537 to answer questions and  
replace parts under warranty.  
Note: Use only original replacement parts.  
This will protect your warranty coverage for  
parts replaced under warranty.  
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2
2
3
1
When calling or writing, please have your  
model and serial numbers of your fireplace  
ready.  
1
To Close Damper  
To Open Damper  
Figure 25 - Damper Rod  
Model and serial number information are in the  
fireplace's rating plate located in the screen  
pocket to the left or right of the face opening.  
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PARTS  
WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE MODELS (V)B42, (V)B42I, (V)B42L, (V)B42LI  
20  
21  
5
1
2
18  
3
19  
4
17  
25  
28  
12  
29  
11  
6
10  
14  
7
26  
13  
16  
24  
15  
22  
8
9
30  
23  
27  
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PARTS  
WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE MODELS (V)B42, (V)B42I, (V)B42L, (V)B42LI  
This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, see Replace-  
ment Parts on page 15 of this manual.  
KEY  
NO. PART NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Insulation Pan  
Air Separator  
Firebox Top  
QTY.  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
1
4
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
**  
**  
**  
108302-01 Air Deflector  
**  
**  
Wrapper Top  
Firebox Wrapper  
108304-01 Outer Wrapper/Insulation Assembly  
**  
**  
Firebox Floor  
Wrapper Bottom  
10 108298-01 Front Face Weldment, Smooth  
108298-02 Front Face Weldment, Louvered  
11 106971-01 Left Side Brick Liner  
12 108310-01 Rear Brick Liner  
13 106970-01 Right Side Brick Liner  
14 106972-01 Bottom Brick Liner  
15 106973-01 Front Bottom Brick Liner  
16 21198  
17 20027  
18 20060  
19 21366  
Blower Access Plate  
Refractory Retainer  
Circulation Plate  
Insulation Retainer  
20 106959-01 Top Standoff  
21 20023  
22 20088  
23 11418  
24 20090  
25 107001-02 Wood Burning Grate  
26 106539-02 Grate Retainers  
27 108424-01 Screen  
Chimney Starter Collar  
Door Stop  
Push On Nut  
Spring Clip  
28  
**  
Side Damper Weldment  
29 107128-01 Gas Conduit  
30 108780-01 Screen Rod  
PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN  
106685-01 Male Polarized 1.4" Plug  
14607 Rocker Switch  
110037-01 Electrical Duct Assembly  
20093 Ember Protector  
** Not a field replaceable part  
1
1
1
1
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ACCESSORIES  
DOUBLE WALL PIPE  
12-8DM 12-8HT  
18-8DM 18-8HT  
24-8DM 24-8HT  
36-8DM 36-8HT  
48-8DM 48-8HT  
ADJUSTABLE HOOD  
Antique Brass Finish - GA6053  
Black Painted Finish - GA6050  
Required when installing a vent-free gas log  
in this fireplace.  
ROOF FLASHING  
0 TO 6/12 PITCH - V6F-8DM  
6/12 TO 12/12 PITCH - V12F-8DM  
BI-FOLD GLASS DOOR  
BDB42 - Black  
BDB42B - Brushed Brass  
BDB42P - Platinum  
ANTI-DRAFT SHIELD  
(Round Top Termination Only)  
ADS-8DM  
STORM COLLAR  
SC1-1  
30° OFFSET AND RETURN  
30E-8DM  
1" FIRESTOP SPACER  
3600FS-8DM-1  
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Continued  
FAN KIT - BK3  
OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR SIDE WALL  
INSTALLATION - AK4  
BLOWER KIT - BK  
OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR FLOOR  
INSTALLATION  
AK4F  
MESH ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS  
RT-8DM, RT-8HT, RTL-8DM AND RTL-8HT  
MESH ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS  
WITH SLIP SECTION  
RTT-8DM, RTT-8HT, RTTL-8DM AND  
RTTL-8HT  
SQUARE TOP TERMINATION WITH  
LOUVERS  
ET-8DM, ET-8HT  
SQUARE TOP TERMINATION WITH  
LOUVERS AND SLIP SECTION  
ETL-8DM, ETL-8HT  
MESH SQUARE TOP TERMINATION  
ETO-8DM  
MESH SQUARE TOP TERMINATION  
WITH SLIP SECTION  
ETLO-8DM  
ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS WITH  
LOUVERS  
RLT-8DM, RLT-8HT  
ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS WITH  
LOUVERS WITH SLIP SECTION  
RLTT-8DM, RLTT-8HT  
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Santa Ana, CA 92704  
1-866-328-4537  
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