STR/CVR Series Woodburning Fireplace For use in U.S./Canada Underwriter's Laboratories Report No. MH6018 DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL: Retain for future use. Homeowner's Installation and Operating Manual For Models: STR33 STR36 STR42 CVR36 CVR42 7412961 12/06 Rev. 17...
fireplaces. These are radiant models only and include a preinstalled outside air kit. Precautions Majestic 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.
8" 8" 203mm 203mm J 26���" 29 ����" 37" 680mm 741mm 21" 7���" � � CVR36 36" 914 mm 1067 mm 40" 1016 mm 1168 mm 20" 508 mm 49���" 1267 mm 1368 mm 52���" 1340 mm 1442 mm ����"...
Chase Installation Insulation methods shown are optional for cold climate, not a requirement for unit operation. Batt Insulation (cut out around firestop) Firestop Ceiling Level Outer Dome Refer to Figures 21 and 26 for clearance information. Ledge Brackets Nailing Flange Gas Access (both sides) Outside Air Cover Plate...
STR/CVR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT RISE 6 FT. OFFSET HEARTH FLOOR Example 1 Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet. Air Space Clearances: SK8 (2-wall) = 1¹⁄₂" , and 11CF (2-wall) = 2" Illustration Key The following safety rules apply to offset installations (letters correspond...
An installer must predetermine where a fireplace will be set and how the chimney system will be run. NOTE: STR33/36 and CVR36 models use CFM Cor- poration SK8 (2-wall) chimney systems. STR/CVR42 Fireplaces use only model 11CF chimney system.
STR/CVR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Chimney Supports The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for vertical chimney heights less than 20' (6m) above the hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical height exceeds 20' (6m). Locate chimney supports at ceiling holes or other structural framing at 20' (6m) heights.
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PARTS DAMAGED IN SHIPMENT, SPECIFICALLY CHECK THE END CONNECTION OF CHIMNEY SEC- TIONS AND ELBOWS. NOTE: STR33/36 and CVR36 models use CFM Cor- poration SK8 (2-wall) chimney systems. STR/CVR42 Fireplaces use only model 11CF chimney system. To locate the centerline of the flue put the fireplace in final position and place a plumb bob from the ceiling to...
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Actual Centerpoint Chimney Centerline MODEL STR 33: 19" (483mm) STR36 / CVR36: 20�/�" 521mm) STR42 / CVR42: 23�/�" (597mm) Fig. 10 Locate centerline of chimney with plumb line. Ceiling Chimney Hole/ Possible Obstructions FP707 The size of the hole in ceiling will vary with the angle at STR/CVR which the chimney passes through ceiling.
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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" (38mm), al- lowing the remainder to extend in front of firebox. Over- lap strips at least 1/2" (13mm) to provide a positive joint. (Flat safety strips are packed with fireplace.) (Fig.
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STR/CVR Series Woodburning Fireplaces 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.
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Firestop spacers are not available for nor are they re- quired 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 In Canada, an attic insulation shield is required to pre-...
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45° to two (2) side walls (corner installation). Adjacent combustible side walls that are within 16" (406mm) (STR33/36 and CVR36) and 20" (508mm) (STR42 and CVR42) of fireplace opening must be pro- tected with CFM Corporation Wall Shield Model SP40 or a specifically built wall shield described in Figure 20...
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Mantel Clearance - No Noncombustible Facing Material Combustible 12" Mantel and Trim (305mm) Max. 1/2" 12" (305mm) Min. * Minimum width from top of sur- round to bottom of screen rail Fig. 21 Fireplace surround flush with finished wall. 1���" Ref.
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EH2416 insulation (minimum R Value = 1.85) between decorative noncombustible rigid covering and combustible wall. Minimum height and width is 40" x 40". ** Dimension/degree of angle will vary depending on thickness of noncombustible surround facing. STR33/36 CVR36 16" (406 mm) (305 mm) STR42 CVR42 20"...
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Material 7¹⁄₂" thickness Max. Thickness X of listed material 1/4" Min. Thickness FP1170 Fig. 27 Hearth extension dimensions. MINIMUM THICKNESS Recessed Installation - STR33/36, CVR36 Only 0.50 in.** Noncombustible Material (if desired) 5.46 in.** Insulation with Minimum R Value of 2.75 FP533AD 2x4"...
Installing Line for Gas Logs Majestic Fireplaces are designed to accept a 1/2" (13 mm) gas line for installation of an approved gas ap- pliance. (CFM Corporation manufactures a wide variety of gas logs for use in Majestic fireplaces.) Be sure to have the appliance installed in accordance with building codes.
STR/CVR Series Woodburning Fireplaces CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. CVR36/42 SERIES Ref. Description Flue Damper Damper Actuator Damper Handle Push Nut Screen Rod Assembly - Side (two per fireplace) Screen Rod Assembly - End Screen Assembly - Side (four per fireplace)
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CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. STR33/36/42 SERIES Ref. Description Flue Damper Damper Handle Damper Handle Push Nut Screen Rod Assembly (two per fireplace) Screen Assembly (four per fireplace) Screen Pulls (four per fireplace) Firebrick - Hearth...
STR/CVR Series Woodburning Fireplaces The following accessories for this appliance are available from your local Majestic Fireplaces distributor. Should you need additional information beyond what your distributor can furnish, contact: CFM Corporation, 2695 Meadowvale Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3, Attn: Technical Services.
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U.S. Component Round Top Termination Round termination to be used with SK8 chimney system. (Flashing not included.) Round Top Termination Round termination to be used with 11CF chimney system. (Flashing not included.) Long Round Top Round top to be used with a chase installation Termination utilizing SK8 chimneysystem.
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STR/CVR Series Woodburning Fireplaces U.S. Chimney Components, Component Firestop Chimney Support Attic Insulation Shield Canada Component Attic Insulation Shield Attic Insulation Shield SK8 Chimney Sections 45˚ Chimney Elbows cont'd. Description Required at each floor level of chimney installation. (Plus attic on multi-story installation.) Used to support chimney for each of: 20' vertical height and 6' of angled chimney run.
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A through D. (4)CFM Corporation shall not be liable for damage from any smoking of a MAJESTIC FIREPLACES Pre-Engineered Fire- place System related to environmental geographic conditions (such as, for example, nearby structures or roof peaks, trees,...