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SERIES 41" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 504,217M REV. E 04/2007 MODELS LA41CF LA41TCF This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and under- stand these instructions before beginning your installation.
2. Always check your local building codes. The The manufacturer is not responsible for any TABLE OF CONTENTS installation must comply with all local, regional, smoking or related problems that may result state and national codes and regulations. from the lack of adequate combustion air. It is Safety Rules ........
PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION CLEARANCES AND HEIGHT General Information REQUIREMENTS Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is These fireplaces are conventional radiant heat The fireplace may be placed on or near normal recommended that the installer be a qualified or fireplaces with standard bar grates, optional construction materials*.
Note: Do not insulate the chase cavity with Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling blown or fill type insulation materials. Damper Damper Note: Local codes may not require firestopping Closed Open at the ceiling levels for outside chase installa- tions. However, it is recommended for safety Lintel and the reduction of heat loss.
Be sure fireplace rests on a solid continuous INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE Black Portion Of Frame Not To Be Covered With floor or platform with appropriate framing for Combustible Materials support and so that no cold air can enter the Step 1. Slide the fireplace into prepared fram- room from under the fireplace.
Note: Safety strips are not required when fire- FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS place rests on a noncombustible surface. 15" Note: Install the hearth extension only as illus- (381 mm) trated. " The safety strips should extend from front of (181 mm) the fireplace at least 1 " and should extend to 20"...
Note: The framed depth, 28 " (714 mm) from Framing Dimensions Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure FOAK Including Finising Materials Combustion a framed wall, must always be measured from if any Air Kit - Optional a finished surface. If a wall covering such as Model LA41 drywall is to be attached to the rear wall, then "...
Step 4. Fireplace should be secured to side For remodeling, plumb to center of flue collar Attic Above framing members using the full length nailing from ceiling above, drive nail through ceiling tabs at the top and bottom of the fireplace front from below to mark position, then mark and face.
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Step 4. Note: Chimney sections are constructed Note: Assemble one component of chimney at Note: Do not apply excessive pressure to any with a unique locking tab design, which en- a time (inner section first, then outer section subsequent chimney sections following the sures an immediate, tight assembly between last) before proceeding with the next complete stabilizer when installing.
Step 8. The standard Security Chimneys FTF10 Step 10. Using a FTF10-CTD Round Termination: Refer to specific installation instructions in- cluded with FTF10-CT2 chase terminations for roof flashing assemblies include a storm collar. Slide the storm collar over outer chimney, rest clearance and installation details.
MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS 3. The effective heights of the components are: " diameter hole must be drilled in the chimney joint using a " diameter drill. Hole should be drilled in center of joint overlap If more than one termination is located in the The Fireplace = 52"...
Note: See Framing and Dimension Chart for the Combustion Air Kits sizes of the ceiling and roof openings. The size of the roof opening varies with the degree of The installation of an outside combustion air pitch of the roof. kit is highly recommended.
These fireplaces have been marked with a COLD CLIMATE INSULATION Note: The header may rest on the two (2) metal maximum rating of 40,000 BTU to assure that top spacers on top of the unit but the header must not be notched to fit around the spacers. homeowners do not exceed the allowable lim- If you live in a cold climate, it is especially its for all allowed installations of mantles.
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Note: Any noncombustible material whose k Methods of Determini ng Hearth Extension and Wall Shield value is less than .84 or whose r value is more Equivalents - To determine the thickness required for the alternate than 1.19 is acceptable. material when either the “k”...
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Answer - The minimum required thickness of the Micore 160 is .417”, Calculating Minimum Thickness if Multiple therefore round up to nearest standard thickness available which is 1/2”. Materials are Used At times it is important to know what Listed Material combination of materials are acceptable for k (per inch) r (per inch)
Example: Given that the required “R value” for INSTALLATION COMPONENTS a suitable hearth extension used must be equal to or greater than: The following items are available for use in the installation of this appliance. “R” = r x T = 3.70 x "...