Lennox Hearth Products Merit Series HCI-36-H Installation Instructions Manual
Lennox Hearth Products Merit Series HCI-36-H Installation Instructions Manual

Lennox Hearth Products Merit Series HCI-36-H Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
36" Wood Burning Fireplaces
P/N 850,046M REV. A 12/2008
MODELS
RDI-36
RDI-36-H
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.
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any
circumstances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system,
including but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and
accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system
and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.
IMPORTANT! TO ASSURE PROPER ALIGNMENT OF GLASS DOORS:
INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A SQUARE AND PLUMB CONDITION,
USING SHIMS AS NECESSARY AT SIDES AND/OR BOTTOM.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
®
MERIT
SERIES
HCI-36
HCI-36-H
WH Report No. J9902-5865C-231
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MERIT 36" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 850,046M REV. A 12/2008 MODELS RDI-36 RDI-36-H 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. Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any circumstances.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules ... page 2 Tools and Building Supplies ... page 2 Precautions ... page 3 Introduction ... page 3 Clearances/Height Requirements ... page 3 Chimney System ... page 3 Assembly Outline ... page 4 Location of Fireplace ... page 4 Assembly Steps ...
  • Page 3: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is recommended that the installer be a qualified or certified “tradesman” familiar with commonly accepted fireplace installation and safety tech- niques as well as prevailing local codes. The most important areas of concern dealing with the installation of factory-built fireplaces are clearances to combustible materials, proper...
  • Page 4: Assembly Outline

    Insulate Joists Same As Ceiling Draft Stops Firestop CTDT Termination Note: Non- Combustible Chase Flashing Must Be Used To Cover Chase Opening Level Solid Continuous Surface Insulation (Thermal Barrier) Figure 2 WARNING: IF INSULATION IS USED, THE FIREPLACE MUST NOT BE PLACED DI- RECTLY AGAINST IT.
  • Page 5: Assembly Steps

    ASSEMBLY STEPS Note: The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, however, and might require a different sequence. 1. Position firebox prior to framing or into prepared framing. 2. Install the chimney system. 3. Connect house wiring to the fireplace for later attachment of optional blower.
  • Page 6: Fireplace Specifications

    1-1/2" Metal Safety Strips Figure 8 Metal Safety Strips Figure 9 Step 3. Refer to fireplace drawings and specifi- cations on pages 6 and 7 for framing dimensions and details. Frame appliance enclosure as illus- trated in Figures 11 through 14 on page 8. IMPORTANT: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES CAN THE FIREPLACE TOP SPACERS ( FIGURE 10 ) BE REMOVED OR MODIFIED, NOR MAY...
  • Page 7: Framing Specifications

    FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS Header Fireplace Framing Note: When Framing With 6” Studs Header Must Be 17” (432mm) Higher. Use Security’s OR15 Offset/Return Elbow To Recess The Chimney Back 2 1/2” (64mm). Maintain Required Clearance To Chimney At All Times. Figure 11 Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure FOAK Combustion Including Finising Materials if any...
  • Page 8: Installing The Chimney System

    Step 4. Fireplace should be secured to side framing members using the full length nailing tabs at the top and bottom of the fireplace front face. Use 8d nails or equivalent ( Figure 17 ). 8d Nail Or Equivalent Figure 17 Note: The nailing tabs and the area directly behind the nailing tabs are exempt from the clearances described on page 5.
  • Page 9: Offset Through Floor/Ceiling

    Note: If there is a room above ceiling level, firestop spacer must be installed on the bottom side of the ceiling. If an attic is above ceiling level, firestop spacer must be installed on top side of ceiling joist (Figures 21 and 22 ). Room Above Firestop Spacer Figure 21...
  • Page 10 Security chimney sections do not need to be screwed together. Additional reinforcement is not necessary except in certain offset condi- tions (refer to page 14, Figure 39 ). Step 5. The height of vertical chimney pipe supported only by the fireplace must not ex- ceed 30'.
  • Page 11: Ten Foot Rule Summary

    Using a FTF8-CTDT Chase Termination: Refer to specific installation instructions in- cluded with the FTF8-CTDT chase termination for clearance and installation details. Using a FTF8-CT1 Chase Termination: Refer to specific installation instructions in- cluded with FTF8-CT1 chase terminations for clearance and installation details. Using a FTF8-CT2 Chase Termination: Refer to specific installation instructions in- cluded with FTF8-CT2 chase terminations for...
  • Page 12: Special Offset Instructions

    4. Determine amount of chimney height re- quired by subtracting total combined height of all pre-selected components (fireplace and chimney components from total desired height.) Reference Vertical Elevation Chart and deter- mine the number of chimney sections (quantity and length) required. SPECIAL OFFSET INSTRUCTIONS To clear any overhead obstructions, you may offset your chimney system using Security's...
  • Page 13: Offset Elevation Chart

    Return Elbow Max. Stabilizer 10' Max. Offset Elbow Figure 37 Figure 38 OFFSET ELEVATION CHART FTF8-ES30 Offset Height Offset/Return FTF8-S4 (Inches) (Inches) Elbow Stabilizer NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. Number of FTF8 Chimney Sections 12" 18" 38" 48"...
  • Page 14: Installing Offsets

    Joints Chimney Section No. 8 x 1/2" SMS Figure 39 Underside Of Chimney Figure 40 FTF8-E30 Return Elbow* Chimney Section (S) FTF8-30 Offset Elbow* *Part of Offset/Return Package Model FTF8-ES30 Figure 41 INSTALLING OFFSETS First, review the Offset Elevation Chart and Figure 41 for reference.
  • Page 15: Combustion Air Kits

    BLOWER THREE PRONGED PLUG TO GROUNDED OUTLET Figure 44 The FBK-100/200 Blower Kits are design cer- tified by Warnock Hersey for use with these appliances. Always check local building codes. Installation of the FBK Blower Kits must comply with local regulations as well as the National Electric Code.
  • Page 16: Glass Doors

    Glass Doors If glass doors are to be installed on these fireplaces, refer to specific installation instruc- tions packed with the glass doors. Use only the doors that are listed for use with these fire- places. Use of other non-listed glass door on these fireplaces may constitute a potential fire hazard and is not recommended.
  • Page 17 Hearth Extension Dimensions 16" 33" 8" 49" Note: To convert inches to millimeters divide by 0.03937 Figure 48 Methods of Determini ng Hearth Extension and Wall Shield Equivalents - To determine the thickness required for the alternate material when either the “k” value or “r” value is known, use either the k formula or r formula.
  • Page 18: Finish Requirements

    Wall Shield Required Where Less Than 12" 24" 30" Figure 49 Calculating Minimum Thickness if Multiple Materials are Used At times it is important to know what combination of materials are acceptable for use as floor protection. The “R values” are used to determine acceptable combinations of materials because “R values”...
  • Page 19: Installation Components

    INSTALLATION COMPONENTS The following items are available for use in the installation of this appliance. Chimney Section 63L10 FTF8-12 63L13 FTF8-18 63L14 FTF8-36 63L15 FTF8-48 Canadian 62L92 FTF8-18C Chimney Section 62L93 FTF8-36C Outside Combustion Air Kits (with duct) 81L87 FOAK (without duct) 81L88 FOAK-LD...
  • Page 20 The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information. Printed in U.S.A. © 2007 by LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS P/N 850,046M REV. A 12/2008 Round Termination...

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