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Town & Country Fireplaces C Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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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.
DANGER: If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or fire department.
WARNING: Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance. An
LP-cylinder not conected for use shall not
be stored
WARNING: Improper installation, adjusment,
alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Read the installa-
tion, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or servicing this
equipment.
Visit www.townandcountryfireplaces.net for the most recent version of this manual
271119-40
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
This appliance can produce carbon
monoxide which has no odor.
using it in an enclosed space can
kill you.
Never use this appliance in an
enclosed space such as a camper,
tent, car or home.
SERIAL #
TC36 OUTDOOR GAS
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL: TC36.OD
SERIES C
MODULAR DIRECT VENT
FIREPLACE
For Outdoor Use Only
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
TC36.CODE
WARNING:
100003879-50

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  • Page 1 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. DANGER: If you smell gas: SERIAL # 1.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Caution ............3 Vent Terminal Clearance ........ 26 Safety .............. 3 Vent Terminal Minimum Clearances ....26 Important Note for the Commonwealth Roof Pitch Table ..........26 of Massachusetts ..........4 Vent Pipe Sealant .......... 27 This Fireplace Is Intended For Insulated Collar Shield (Included) ....

  • 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. This appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).

  • 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: (a)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: This Fireplace Is Intended For Outdoor Use Only

    This Fireplace Is Intended For Outdoor Use Only! • The fireplace must be located inside of a weatherproof enclosure. • Flashing must be installed around the fireplace opening in accordance with local building codes in order to prevent moisture from entering the enclosure.

  • Page 6: Propane Conversion

    Propane Conversion Note: This fireplace comes with a preinstalled Honeywell pilot. When installing the burner assembly, remove the pilot that came attached to the burner and discard. Ori ce housing DO NOT USE ANY OTHER PILOT WITH YOUR OUTDOOR UNIT OTHER THAN THE HONEYWELL PILOT THAT CAME INSTALLED Ori ce IN THE FIREPLACE.

  • Page 7: Fireplace Dimensions

    Fireplace Dimensions 11 1/8” 11 11/16” 50” Steel stud framing 26” kit is wider than unit 47 7/8 “ 36 1/8” 24” 32 1/2” 38 1/2” 38 1/2” 24” Figure 5: TC36 Outdoor dimensions. Minimum Clearances to Combustible Material Combustible framing and nish wall above standoffs = Non-combustible zone.

  • Page 8: Installation Requirements

    Installation Requirements 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. In the state of Massachusetts, only a licensed Plumber and Gas Fitter may install this product.

  • Page 9: Top Standoffs

    Top Standoffs TOP STANDOFFS The top standoffs are shipped loose inside the fireplace and must be installed on top of the fireplace as shown in Figure 10. Do this once the fireplace is on site and in position. Figure 10: Standoffs. 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 10: Framing And Finishing

    Framing and Finishing Note: The fireplace should be in place and venting installed before framing in or building an enclosure around the unit. The Town & Country fireplace must be framed in as described below or totally enclosed with non-combustible material, such as facing brick.
  • Page 11 Steel framing kit dimensions (supplied with fireplace) All other framing can be done with conventional lumber. It is highly recommended that a full header be installed above the metal framing kit. ” Non-combustible zone. Do not install any combustible material, electrical wiring, insulation, plastic vapor barrier or gas...
  • Page 12 Non-combustible board detail If finishing the wall above the unit with paint, the framing kit shipped with the unit should be discarded. Use full sheets of calcium silicate board or equivalent and full length NON-COMBUSTIBLE metal studs to finish and frame around the BOARD 12”...

  • Page 13: Tc36 Steel Stud Framing Kit

    TC36 Steel Stud Framing Kit Each Kit Contains: Figure 17: Framing kit contents. Figure 18: Framing kit assembly. Item Part # Description Qty. 5049.9912 SCREW, TEKS #8 x 1/2” Pkg 40 9794.2 STUD, SIDES,48”L 9794.5 STUD, OUTER SIDES, 48”L 9093.22 STUD, CENTER,15 7/16”L 9193.501 STUD, HEADER, 49 7/8”L...
  • Page 14 Framing brackets Access holes to mounting screws Figure 19: Outer studs. Figure 20: Framing brackets. 3. Attach the Assembled Frame to the Unit. • Align the assembled frame to the unit framing brackets (Figure 20) Attach at the fastening points through the access holes in the outer side studs (item 3 in Figure 19).

  • Page 15: Adjustable Lintel

    Adjustable Lintel Hemmed edge 1. The adjustable lintel assembly has two orientations for desired finishing. A flanged edge and a hemmed edge. The lintel comes factory installed with the flange Flanged edge edge out. If the desired edge is different from the factory setting, use the following steps to change it (Figure 22).

  • Page 16: Hearth Extension

    Hearth Extension This fireplace may be recessed up to a maximum depth of 6”, this recess must be Window constructed from non-combustible material. frame The space between the outside framing edge and the firebox must be completely free of any obstructions or debris and the 1”...

  • Page 17: Honeywell Control Valve Plumbing And Electrical

    Honeywell Control Valve Plumbing and Electrical Electrical box cover Access panel Figure 27: Access panel location. Figure 28: Electrical box cover. The gas control system is located on the right hand side of the firebox behind an access panel and the decorative firebox panel (if installed).

  • Page 18: 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. Gas supply line access holes are located at the top and left sides of the Control Box.

  • Page 19: 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 on page 20.

  • Page 20: Vent System Components

    Wall thimble and vent must not protrude beyond siding Figure 33: Thimble. Figure 32: Wall vent terminal. 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" thick.
  • Page 21 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. The vent connector on the termination will accomodate walls up to 12"...

  • Page 22: Wall Termination Venting Chart

    Wall Termination Venting Chart 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” 1-18" 15' 10 1/2"...

  • Page 23: Roof Termination Venting Chart

    Roof Termination Venting Chart 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" 1-18" 15' 10"...

  • Page 24: Ceiling Opening

    Ceiling Opening: 1. Determine the exact position of the fireplace so that the vent pipe 14 1/2" 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 proceeding. 2.

  • Page 25: Roof Vent Terminal

    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 in Figure 37. 2.

  • Page 26: Vent Terminal Clearance

    Vent Terminal Clearance VENT TERMINAL MINIMUM CLEARANCES Roof Pitch Table TO ADJACENT STRUCTURES Pitch Table (minimum) 36” 24” (91.5 cm) (61 cm) Flat to 6/12 1.00 0.30 Over 6/12 to 7/12 1.25 0.38 See Roof Pitch Table Over 7/12 to 8/12 1.50 0.46 48”...

  • Page 27: Vent Pipe Sealant

    Vent Pipe Sealant Approved “High Temp” self-adhesive tape Vent pipe Figure 40: Sealing vent joints. All outer joints of the vent pipe must be sealed with the approved "High Temperature" self-adhesive aluminium tape provided. Wrap the tape completely around the joint and press firmly in place. 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...

  • Page 28: Vent Restrictor Adjustment

    Vent Restrictor Adjustment The vent restrictor is located on the underside of the firebox top. The unit leaves the factory with the vent restrictor wide open. The restrictor is built into the appliance for secondary air flow adjustment. Adjustment enables tuning the airflow for optimum flame appearance and performance for a wide variety of vent configurations.

  • Page 29: Firebox Panels Installation

    Firebox Panels Installation (See Porcelain panel instruction manual for specific instructions for these panels) Before proceeding see burner instructions. HEAT SHIELD FIREBOX LIP SIDE PANEL ADJUSTABLE “V” BRACKET RETAINER REAR LOWER PANEL Figure 44: Panel brackets. Figure 45: Side retainer. A Firebox Panel Set must be installed for safe operation.
  • Page 30 Upper rear panel Right Left side side panel panel Lower rear panel Front left panel Front right panel Figure 47: Panel locations (Herring bone set shown). 2. Install the Lower Rear Panel. 3. Install the Right Side Panel by inserting the bottom of the panel in first and then angling it up into position. It may be necessary to push the firebox shield up to allow panel to move freely into place.

  • Page 31: Lighting Instructions

    Lighting Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING - Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building. WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions - Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone. exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Maintenance CAUTION: Turn off gas and electrical power supply (if applicable) and allow ample time for unit to 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.

  • Page 33: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. TC36 OUTDOOR BODY ASSM ........22030006 PANEL SETS PARK AVE. BEIGE HERRINGBONE ......22200018 GLASS ASSM ............ GLAS.2087ASSY MT.VERNON RED HERRINGBONE ......22200017 MANHATTAN BEIGE STACKED BRICK ......22200015 FRAMIMG KIT ............TC36.BFRKITA BLACK PORCELAIN ............22200012 CB BROWN PORCELAIN ..........22200010...

  • Page 34: Replacement Parts - Honeywell Control System

    Replacement Parts – Honeywell Control System (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. CONTROL ASSEMBLY KIT ......... TCRP.9000 BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY KIT ....... TCRP.8133 CONTROL BOX KIT ........TCRP.92762WLD TEST FITTING ............5019.104 KIT CONTENTS: CONTROL ASSEMBLY KIT 1a........

  • Page 35: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram VR8204M1091 S86 VALVE MODULE HONEYWELL VALVE BLACK WHITE PV/MV PV/MV ORANGE GREEN GAS CONTROL TERMINAL 24VAC 24VAC 24VAC TRANSFORMER SPARK/FLAME SENSOR WIRE PILOT WHITE BLACK BURNER SWITCH (NOTSUPPLIED) 115VAC HOT 60Hz 115VAC COMMON 60Hz (STANDAR AWG 14-2 WIRE OR EQUIVALENT) (NOT SUPPLIED) TC36.CODE_271119-40 100003879...

  • Page 36: Wall Termination Kit

    Wall Termination Kit Wall Shield Ceiling Firestop Thimble Wall terminal 16 1/2" TCVT.9360 16 1/2" Wall shield / ceiling 16 1/2" 16 1/2" restop thimble TCVT.THIMA 9 5/8" 9 5/8" Figure 49: Wall terminal.ai Figure 50: Thimble. Roof Termination Kit Vertical 16 1/2"...

  • Page 37: Vent Pipe Dimensions

    Vent Pipe Dimensions 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" 1 5/16" 13 1/8" 7/16"...

  • Page 38: Vent Offset Chart

    Vent Offset Chart 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 39: Rating Label Location

    Rating Label Location NOTE: The Safety Label is located on a plate found in a slot between the left hand side lintel and the left hand side window frame. This plate is attached to the lintel with a cable. VENTED OUTDOOR GAS FIREPLACE - NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL, FOYER AU GAZ À...
  • Page 40 © 2019 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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