Direct vent
naturas gas model with thermostatically controlled fan and door switch
propane/lp gas model with thermostatically controlled fan and door switch (36 pages)
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DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® MODELS CD36M-LS WITH FAN AND DOOR SWITCH AND CD42M-LS WITH FAN WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A SAFETY HAZARD! The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will be voided by, and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Model CD36M-LS and CD42M-LS is a heat disclaims any responsibility for the following circulating gravity direct vent fireplace with actions: sealed combustion chamber.
SELECTING LOCATION Continued LOCAL CODES • Never obstruct openings of the appliance or flow of ventilation air. Keep control compart- Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all ments accessible. local codes. In the absence to local codes, • Do not locate appliance close to where use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI gasoline or other flammable liquids may be Z223.1/NFPA 54* (USA) or the current CSA-...
SAFETY Continued Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance. Never place any objects on the appliance. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other flam- mable material.
SAFETY Continued 6. Have venting system inspected annually 9. Do not use fireplace if any part has been by a qualified service person. If needed, exposed to or under water. Immediately have venting system cleaned or repaired. call a qualified service person to arrange for replacement of the unit.
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(other than ceramic) or any com- bustible material other than wood flooring, appli- ance must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending full width and depth of the appliance. CD36M-LS CD42M-LS Figure 2 - Mantel Clearances " "...
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PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued Fixed Openable Fixed Closed Closed Openable TERMINATION CAP GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA AIR SUPPLY INLET (TERMINATION PROHIBITED) I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72" (182.9 cm) A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12"...
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS INSPECTION For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or The state or local gas inspector of the side structure used in whole or in part for residential wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment purposes, including those owned or operated by shall not approve the installation unless, upon...
Female Locking Lugs fireplace. Locking Lugs • Installation other than as instructed by these instructions Vertical Flue NOTICE: All FMI PRODUCTS, Restrictor LLC direct vent fireplaces only (For Vertical approved 5/8" pipe components Venting and terminations. Application) Figure 6 - Venting Installation www.fmiproducts.com...
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INSTALLATION Continued 5. For horizontal installation, an optional Roof siding standoff may be installed between Flashing vent cap and exterior wall. Secure horizon- tal vent cap to standoff. Secure standoff/ vent cap assembly to wall (see Figure 7). Wall Do not seal termination to vent pipe. Vent Strap termination must be removable for service pipe inspection.
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INSTALLATION Continued 90° Elbow TYPICAL CORNER INSTALLATION Not to Exceed As Required (H) Limits Recommended Applications: for (V) Square • Corner ground floor installation See Chart Termination • Ground floor installation where pipe vents for Pipe horizontally through wall (over 12" horizon- Section tal pipe) Required...
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INSTALLATION Continued HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90° ELBOWS The following configurations show the minimum vertical rise requirements for a horizontal system using two 90° elbows. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Horizontal (H Vertical (V) Horizontal (H Horizontal (H 5' min. 2' max.
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INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 14 through 17 show four different TERMINATION configurations for vertical termination. Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations. Venting with Two 90° Elbows 1. Determine the route your vertical venting Horizontal (H will take.
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INSTALLATION Continued Venting with One 90° Elbow Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) 5' min. 2' max. 6' min. 4' max. 7' min. 6' max. 8' min. 8' max. 20' max. 8' max. Vertical Venting 45° Elbow V = 40’ max. 45° Elbow Note: Install restrictor Note: Install restrictor into inner collar of...
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INSTALLATION Continued The remote control receiver is factory wired Pilot Gas Line Do Not Kink and connected to the convertible gas valve To Pilot as shown in Figure 19. Pilot Adjustment Burner ON/OFF Knob To Main Burner Inlet Flame Pressure Outlet Adjustment Knob Pressure...
INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS When routing gas line through conduit sleeve, make sure to repack insulation to fill gaps between gas line and conduit sleeve. Com- pounds used on threaded joints of gas piping WARNING: All gas piping shall be resistant to the action of propane or and connections must be tested natural gas.
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INSTALLATION Unlock Lock Continued REMOVING GLASS PANEL Glass Door Figure 26 - Opening Glass Door CAUTION: Before you pro- INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS ceed, make sure your gas control HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL valve is in the OFF position. MRC SERIES NOTICE: Use only alkaline bat- 1.
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INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS, LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS It is very important to install these logs exactly Rear Log as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use logs supplied with fireplace. Front Log Open louvers, remove screen, unlock door latches, and open glass door.
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INSTALLATION Continued Model CD42M-LS Series 1. Place log #1 (small base log) onto pin on left side of grate extension (see Figure 34). 2. Rest left side of log #2 (front log) on top of log #1 and right side onto pin located on right side of grate extension (see Figure 35).
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Figure 40 - Front Face Extension, Model DECORATIVE FACING CD36M-LS Only Any noncombustible material may be used as facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as the proper clearances are observed (see Clear- ances to Combustibles, page 6).
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INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING BLOWER ACCESSORY 8. Plug in blower power cord. a. If your firebox is installed as a free- NOTICE: If installing blower in standing unit with an accessory mantel, an existing fireplace with gas determine whether power cord will exit connections, shut off gas supply left side or right side of firebox.
(see Figure 47, page 24). Correct shutter openings are 3/16'' for natural gas and fully open for propane/LP gas. Tube Burner Pan Burner Model CD36M-LS 0.188" — — CD42M-LS 0.188" 0.313" 0.188" 0.500" www.fmiproducts.com 125205-01E...
BURNER FLAME OPERATION ADJUSTMENT OPERATION GUIDELINES Continued • When used for the first time, fireplace may emit a slight odor for about 16 to 24 hours. This is normal and is due to “curing” of logs and “burn-in” of internal paint and lubricant CORRECT used in manufacturing process.
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OPERATION Continued D. Do not use this appliance if any part has 14. Turn on all electric power to appliance. been under water. Immediately call a Note: It is recommended that you maintain qualified service technician to inspect gas control knob in the full OFF position during the appliance and to replace any part of lengthy periods of seasonal non use.
GAS CONVERSION The conversion kit is packaged with the unit. Please check the contents before beginning Pilot Hood this conversion. WARNING: Before proceed- 5/32" Allen ing, make sure the gas control Pilot Orifice Wrench valve is in the OFF position and all electrical power to the appli- ance is turned off.
GAS CONVERSION CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued 2. Insure that rubber gasket is properly WARNING: Turn off fireplace positioned on new pressure regulator and let cool before cleaning. assembly. Install new pressure regulator assembly to valve using new mounting screws supplied with kit. Tighten screws CAUTION: You must keep securely (approximately 25 in/lb).
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued LOGS WARNING: Only parts sup- • If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to plied by the manufacturer should Installing Logs Lava Rock and Glowing be used when replacing broken Embers, page 19, to properly replace logs. or damaged glass door panel •...
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace. WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not stay lit...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Delayed ignition burner 1. Manifold pressure is too 1. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas company 2. Burner porting or orifice 2. Clean burner (see Clean- clogged ing and Maintenance, page 27) or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during 1.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace produces a whis- 1. Turning gas control knob to 1. Turn gas control knob to tling noise when burner is lit HI position when burner is LO position and let warm cold up for a minute 2.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Fol- low the gas supplier’s instructions.
• model and serial numbers of your fireplace You may have further questions about • the replacement part number 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 fireplace ready.
PARTS MODEL CD36M-LS 21-4 21-5 21-3 21-6 21-2 21-1 www.fmiproducts.com 125205-01E...
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PARTS MODEL CD36M-LS NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. Firebox Assembly Face Weldment 110994-01 Door Assembly 108011-01 Top Panel Assembly Louver 108011-02 Bottom Panel Assembly Louver Fireplace Top **** Fireplace Top Insulation Fireplace Surround 111878-01 Burner Assembly 110985-01 Burner Base Gasket —...
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PARTS MODEL CD42M-LS 21-4 21-6 21-5 21-7 21-3 21-1 www.fmiproducts.com 125205-01E...
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PARTS MODEL CD42M-LS NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. Firebox Assembly Face Weldment 108328-01 Door Assembly 108331-01 Top Panel Assembly Louver 108331-03 Bottom Panel Assembly Louver Fireplace Top Fireplace Top Insulation Fireplace Surround 108329-05 Burner Assembly 108374-01 Burner Base Gasket 111297-01 Rear Refractory 111298-01 Right Refractory 111299-01 Left Refractory 11418...
Purchase these accessories from an au- thorized dealer. If they can not supply these accessories call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537. A list of authorized dealers can be found. REMOTE CONTROL KIT MRC Allows the fireplace to be turned on and off conveniently.
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FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s liability is limited to the purchase price of the product, and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever under any circumstances including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
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