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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING:
If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• 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 neighbour's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier call
the fire department.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket
permanently located, manufactured home (USA only)
or mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless a
certified kit is used.
This appliance is suitable for installation in a
bedroom or bed sitting room.
180315-48
TC36 & TC36ARCH
INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL: TC36 & TC36AR
SERIES D
MODULAR DIRECT VENT
FIREPLACE
TC36_D & TC36_DAR
SERIAL #
5056.427D

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  • Page 1 This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used. This appliance is suitable for installation in a bedroom or bed sitting room. MODEL: TC36 & TC36AR SERIES D MODULAR DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE 180315-48 TC36_D &...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Locating The Fireplace ........... 8 Vent Offset Chart ..........32 Framing and Finishing ..........9 Firebox Panels Installation ........33 TC36 Steel Stud Framing Kit (+ Arched) ....12 Finishing Touch Trim Kit Instructions ..... 34 Adjustable Lintel ........... 14 Lighting Instructions ..........35 Hearth Extension ..........

  • Page 3: Caution

    Caution FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Town & Country fireplace without first reading and understanding this manual. Any installation or operational deviation from the following instructions voids the Town & Country Fireplaces Warranty and may prove hazardous.

  • Page 4: Important Note For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    Important Note for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: From Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248 CMR 5.08: For all side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied.

  • Page 5: Fireplace Dimensions

    Fireplace Dimensions TC 36D Fireplace Dimensions Fig. #1 3 5/8" 47 3/8" 26 1/16" 47 3/4" 36 1/8" 32 1/2" 32 1/2" 24 5/8" 38 1/2" 26 7/16" 38 1/2" TC 36D Arch Fireplace Dimensions Fig. #2 47 3/8" 3 5/8" 26 1/16"...

  • Page 6: Minimum Clearances To Combustible Material

    Minimum Clearances to Combustible Material Fig. #3 NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE. COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING AND STEEL FRAMING DO NOT INSTALL ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, FINISH WALL ABOVE STANDOFFS ELECTRICAL WIRING OR GAS PLUMBING IN THIS STANDOFFS AREA. MAY USE COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIAL IN THIS AREA MANTEL CLEARANCE CHART NON-COMBUSTIBLE...

  • Page 7: Installation Requirements

    Installation Requirements Fig. #5 The Town & Country Fireplace installation and venting must conform to the current CAN/CGA-B149 installation code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (in the USA), and approved per local codes. Only qualified (licensed or trained) personnel should install this product.

  • Page 8: Top Standoffs

    Top Standoffs The top standoffs are shipped loose inside Fig. #9 TOP STANDOFFS the fireplace and must be installed on top of the fireplace as shown in Fig #9. Do this once the fireplace is on site and in position. Locating The Fireplace In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed, location of vent system and where gas supply piping may be plumbed.

  • Page 9: Framing And Finishing

    Framing and Finishing Note: The fireplace should be in place Chase Insulation: position. Secure the steel frame to the framing When installing this and venting installed before framing in brackets on each side of the unit. Ensure that fireplace against a non-insulated exterior wall or building an enclosure around the unit.
  • Page 10 TC 36D Minimum Combustible Framing Dimensions Fig.#12 MINIMUM COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING DIMENSIONS 61 1/16" 20 7/8" 29 1/2" 50 1/4" 12 3/8" RANGE RANGE 26 5/8" 24 7/8" 61 1/16" 48 1/8" 28 1/16" 26 5/8" 50 1/4" 86 5/16" RANGE FRAMING 1/32"...
  • Page 11 Fig. #14 Fig. #14a NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD DETAIL IF FINISHING THE WALL ABOVE THE UNIT WITH PAINT, THE FRAMING KIT SHIPPED WITH THE UNIT SHOULD BE DISCARDED. U S E F U L L S H E E T S O F CA L C I U M NON-COMBUSTIBLE SILICATE BOARD OR EQUIVALENT BOARD...

  • Page 12: Tc36 Steel Stud Framing Kit (+ Arched)

    NOTE: After frame is assembled, make sure to have the side of the frame without the screw holes facing toward the inside of the room. REGULAR STUD FRAMING KIT PARTS TC36.B2FRKITA ARCHED STUD FRAMING KIT PARTS TC36.BRFRKITA ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
  • Page 13 Regular Frame Arch Frame 1. Top Frame Assembly Fig. #17 Fig. #17a • Lay out the inner (2) and outer (3) vertical side studs, and vertical center studs (4) on a large flat surface. • Using the screws provided, attach the upper header stud (5) and the stud plate (6) to the vertical center studs (4) (Fig #17 &...

  • Page 14: Adjustable Lintel

    Adjustable Lintel The adjustable lintel assembly has Fig. #20 two orientations for desired finishing. A flanged edge and a hemmed edge. The lintel comes factory installed with the flange edge out. If the desired edge is different from the factory setting, use the following steps to change the Lintel edge.

  • Page 15: Hearth Extension

    Hearth Extension Fig. #22 WINDOW FRAME 1" 1/4" SUB- HEARTH FLOOR EXTENSION WINDOW TRACK Caution: While a hearth extension is not required and combustible flooring materials may be brought directly up to the fireplace, many materials (such as wood flooring) may not tolerate the radiant heat from this fireplace, resulting in discoloration, shrinking and cracking.

  • Page 16: Electrical

    Electrical FIREBOX ACCESS PANEL The gas control system is located on the right hand side of the firebox behind an access Fig. #24 panel and the decorative firebox panel (if installed). The fireplace is operated via a wall control and a hand held remote control unit. The wall control is connected to the fireplace by a 40 ft.

  • Page 17: Wall Switch Remote Control

    Wall Switch and Remote Control Fig. #28 Fig. #29 Fig. #27 TO FIREPLACE Insert a straightened paper clip into Press the ON/OFF button of the Linking the remote control unit to the the “PROGRAM” slot on the wall remote unit. Once the wall unit beeps wall switch.

  • Page 18: Home Automation

    Home Automation The home automation feature supplied with this fireplace is capable Fig. #31 of controlling the flame and light on/off function with the use of a dry contact relay common to home automation systems. Furthermore, the flame and light level may be modulated from high to low using the 0 - 10 volt analog output available on most home automation systems.

  • Page 19: Gas Supply

    Gas Supply Caution: The gas line should be installed by a qualified service person in accordance with all building codes. This section is intended as a guide for qualified technicians installing this appliance. Consult local and / or national building codes before proceeding. •...

  • Page 20: Venting

    Venting Before installing venting for this unit, the installer should read these instructions to insure that the proper vent configuration has been selected. Use only Town and Country Termination kits #: TCVT.WTA - Wall Termination Kit TCVT.RTA - Roof Termination Kit Vent system components approved for use with the Town and Country Fireplace are shown in Fig.
  • Page 21 Fig. #34 Fig. #35 TRIM TO LENGTH WALL THIMBLE AND VENT MUST NOT PROTRUDE BEYOND SIDING Wall thimble: Where a vent pipe passes through a combustible wall, a wall thimble/shield must be used to retain insulation and maintain proper clearances. The wall thimble may be cut to length for various wall thicknesses up to 12"...
  • Page 22 Vent pipe: Install vent pipe through the wall thimble and attach to flue outlet collar on top of the fireplace. Secure all joints with screws and seal with approved "High Temp." self-adhesive aluminum tape provided. Adjust the fireplace position so that the vent pipe does not protrude beyond the outer wall.

  • Page 23: Wall Termination Venting Chart

    Wall Termination Venting Chart Fig. #38 Pipe length Minimum rise Pipe length Maximum run Max. 68 1/2” 1-24” 20 1/2" 1-12" 72 3/4” 1-12” 1-18" 75 3/4" 1-48" 1-12" 78 3/4” 1-24" 1-12” 11' 2" 2-48" 1-24" 3-48" 1-24" 84 3/4” 1-24”...

  • Page 24: Roof Termination Venting Chart

    Roof Termination Venting Chart Fig. #39 Pipe length Minimum rise Pipe length Maximum run Maximum 68 1/2” 1-24” 29" 1-12" 72 3/4” 1-12” 1-18" 75 1/4" 1-48" 1-12" 78 3/4” 1-24" 1-12” 11' 1 1/2" 2-48" 1-24" 3-48" 1-24" 84 3/4” 1-24"...
  • Page 25 Ceiling Opening: Fig. #40 Determine the exact position of the fireplace so that the vent pipe is centered (if possible) between two building framing members. Lay out the vent system path, minimizing the number of elbows and length of vent. Consult your local building codes prior to 14 1/2"...
  • Page 26 Roof Vent Terminal: 1. Place the roof flashing over the vent pipe, secure and seal it to the roof using the methods and materials appropriate for the type of roof on the building. Shingle roof example shown (Fig #42). Place the storm collar down over the vent pipe until it is level. Tighten storm collar for a snug fit.

  • Page 27: Vent Terminal Clearance

    Vent Terminal Clearance Minimum clearances to the vent terminal must be maintained as Fig. #43 VENT TERMINAL MINIMUM CLEARANCES shown in figure #43 & 43a. Measure clearances to the nearest edge of TO ADJACENT STRUCTURES termination hood. NOTE: Vent terminal must not be recessed NOTE: LOCAL CODES OR REGULATIONS MAY REQUIRE DIFFERENT CLEARANCES.

  • Page 28: Vent Pipe Sealant

    Insulated Collar Shield (Included) After sealing the vent pipe an insulating blanket and cover (Pt# TC36.9709 included) must be installed around the vent pipe, flush with the top of the unit and secured by fitting tabs through slots and bending over tabs 180° as shown in Fig. #46. The parts required are included.

  • Page 29: Vent Restrictor Adjustment

    Vent Restrictor Adjustment The vent restrictor is located on the underside of the firebox top. The unit leaves the fac- Fig. #47 tory with the vent restrictor open. The restrictor is built into the appliance for secondary air WALL AND ROOF flow adjustment.

  • Page 30: Wall Shield/ Ceiling Firestop Thimble

    Wall Termination Kit Wall Shield/ TCVT.WTA Ceiling Firestop Fig. #48 Thimble WALL TERMINAL 16 1/2" TCVT.9360 Fig. #49 16 1/2" WALLSHIELD/CEILING FIRESTOP THIMBLE 9 5/8" TCVT.THIMA WALL SHIELD / CEILING FIRESTOP TCVT.THIMA - OPTIONAL Roof Termination Kit TCVT.RTA Fig. #50 16 1/2"...

  • Page 31: Vent Pipe Dimensions

    Vent Pipe Dimensions Fig. #51 11" 12" PIPE ..10 1/4" 18" PIPE ..16 1/4" 24" PIPE ..22 1/4" 48" PIPE ..46 1/4" 10 15/16" 9 1/2" TCVT.811X12ADJ 11 1/8" TCVT.811X _ _ 13 13/16" 12 9/16" 8 5/16"...

  • Page 32: Vent Offset Chart

    Vent Offset Chart Fig. #52 12" PIPE 18 5/8" 18" 18" PIPE 22 7/8" 22 3/8" 10 7/8" 24" PIPE 27 1/8" 26 1/2" 48" PIPE 44 1/16" 43 1/2" 1 1/4” 11 3/8" ADDING AN ADJUSTABLE SECTION TO PIPE WILL INCREASE OFFSET BY 2 1/8"...

  • Page 33: Firebox Panels Installation

    The retainer slips between the lip of the firebox and the heat shield and is retained in place by two screws (Fig. 53b). 2. Install the Lower Rear Panel (the TC36 Arch has a one piece rear panel). Fig. #53c Fig.

  • Page 34: Finishing Touch Trim Kit Instructions

    REAR UPPER PANEL to allow panel to move freely into place. 5. Install the Rear Upper Panel. Note - the TC36 Arch has a one piece rear panel. REAR LOWER PANEL 6. Install the Left Side Panel by inserting the bottom of the panel in first and then angling it up into position.

  • Page 35: Lighting Instructions

    Lighting Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING - Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone. Follow WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a the gas supplier's instructions. fire or explosion may result causing property damage, - If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

  • Page 36: First Fire

    First Fire When lit for the first time, the fireplace will emit a slight odor for a couple of hours. This is due to the curing of paints, seal- ants and lubricants used in the manufacturing process. This condition is temporary. Open doors and windows to ventilate area.
  • Page 37 Key Lock Transmission Low battery alarm Thermostat OFF/ Room ON/SMART Temperature CPI mode Set Point: Aux ON Temperature/Level/State Flame ON Split Flow Dimmer ON Comfort fan Fig. #57 Remote Control Transmitter LCD display. Note: Some functions may not be available Attention! • Turn off the main gas supply for the appliance during installation or maintenance of the receiver/module device.

  • Page 38: Operating Procedure

    Fireplace Description The Proflame2 Remote Control Fireplace consists of three elements: Proflame2 Remote Control Transmitter. Proflame Integrated Fireplace Control (IFC) board and a wiring harness to connect the IFC to the gas valve and stepper motor (Fig. 26, page 16). Wall mounted Remote Control Receiver (Figs.
  • Page 39 Program button Fig. #58 wall switch electronics Fig. #61 Remote Control Transmitter battery bay Fig. #60 Town & Country wall Fig. #59 wall switch batteries side switch face plate. Using the Remote Control Transmitter Temperature indication Display With the remote control transmitter in the “OFF” position, press the thermostat and mode keys at the same time.
  • Page 40 Remote Flame Control The Proflame2 has six (6) flame levels. With the fireplace turned on, and the flame level at maximum height, press the down arrow key once (Fig. 64 Flame level 1) to reduce the flame height by one step until the flame is turned off.
  • Page 41 Remote dimmer control (Light) The auxiliary function controls the AUX power outlet by the dimmable light control. To activate this function use the Mode Key (fig. 56) to index to the light bulb icon (fig. 70). The inten- sity of the output can be adjusted through six (6) levels. Use the Up/Down Arrow Keys (Fig.56) adjust the output level (fig.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Maintenance CAUTION: Turn off gas and electrical power supply (if applicable) and allow ample time for unit to APPENDIX cool before servicing appliance. It is recommended that the fireplace and its venting should be inspected at least once a year by a qualified service person. Glass Panel: Warning: Do not operate fireplace with glass panel removed, cracked or broken.

  • Page 43: Tc36.D Replacement Parts

    (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. TC36 BODY ASSM........TC36.D PANEL SETS PARK AVE. BEIGE HERRINGBONE ....TCPN.36PAC2 MT.VERNON RED BRICK 2 ......TCPN.36VRC2 GLASS ASSM...........GLAS.2087ASSY MANHATTAN STACKED BRICK .....TCPN.36MNC2 BLACK PORCELAIN ........TCPN.757031C FRAMING KIT ..........TC36.BFRKITA...

  • Page 44: Tc36.Dar Replacement Parts

    ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. PANEL SETS TC36 ARCH BODY ASSM....TC36.DAR PARK AVE. HERRINGBONE 2 ......TCPN.36ARPAC2 MT.VERNON RED BRICK 2 ........TCPN.36ARVRC2 GLASS ASSM........GLAS.2088ASSY MANHATTAN STACKED BRICK 2 ......TCPN.36ARMNC2 BLACK PORCELAIN ..........TCPN.75702.C FRAMING KIT........TC36.BAR2FRKITA CB BROWN PORCELAIN ........TCPN.75702CB.C TITANIUM ............TCPN.75702.TI...

  • Page 45: Replacement Parts - Valve Control System

    Replacement Parts – Valve Control System (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM ..DESCRIPTION ..........PART NO. ITEM ..DESCRIPTION ..........PART NO. #1 ..CONTROL ASSEMBLY KIT ....TCRP..1CA #4 ..TEST FITTING ......... 5019.104 #2 ..BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY KIT ....TCRP.8133 #5..

  • Page 46: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram Fig. #78 5056.427D TC36_D & TC36_DAR 180315-48...

  • Page 47: Rating Label

    NATURAL GAS LP GAZ GAZ NATUREL FOR USE WITH/ NATURAL GAS/ LP GAS/ MODEL/ TC36 EN CASE D’EMPLOI AVEC: DU GAZ NATUREL DU GAZ LP MODELE: TC36AR Minimum supply pressure / Pression minimum d’alimentation: 5.0 in/wc / 5.0 po/c.e. 12.5 in/wc / 12.5 po/c.e.
  • Page 48 © 2015 Copyright Pacific Energy Fireplace Products LTD Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. For technical support, please contact your retailer. Web site: www.townandcountryfireplaces.net 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan, BC V9L 6V8 Printed in Canada...

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