Town & Country Fireplaces D Series Installation Manual

Indoor/outdoor, direct vented decorative gas
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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.
Visit www.townandcountryfireplaces.com for the most recent version of this manual
270619-56
INSTALLATION MANUAL
TCWS54.STOK
TCWS.54STOK
Indoor/outdoor Fireplace
Installation Manual.
MODEL: TCWS.54STOK
SERIES D
DIRECT VENTED
DECORATIVE GAS
SEE THRU APPLIANCE
POWER VENTED ONLY
This is a decorative product
and is not intended to be
used as a heating appliance.
100001140-50

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL 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 TCWS.54STOK Installation and service must be performed by...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents R - Value Statement ..............3 Venting Configurations ............23 Caution ..................3 Minimum Vent Length Chart ............ 24 Safety ..................3 Vent Terminal Minimum Clearances ........24 Important Note for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ..4 Venting Components ...............
  • Page 3: R - Value Statement

    R - Value Statement It has been determined that the Town and Country model TCWS.54STOK indoor/outdoor Fireplace has an R value of 5.8. This determination has been arrived at by the calculation of the typical R value of two layers of 5mm Ceramic glass, combined with 17 inches of ventilated air gap.
  • 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 54 1/16" 74 3/4" Front view 74 3/4" 54 1/16" variable adjustment (See page 15) Top view 3 3/16" 1/2" Pro le view Figure 1: TCWS54STOK Dimensions. TCWS54STOK_270619-56 100001140...
  • Page 6: Minimum Clearances To Combustible Material

    Minimum Clearances to Combustible Material NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE. COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING AND STEEL FRAMING DO NOT INSTALL ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, ELECTRICAL WIRING OR GAS PLUMBING IN THIS FINISH WALL ABOVE STANDOFFS AREA. MAY USE COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIAL IN THIS AREA MANTEL CLEARANCE CHART NON-COMBUSTIBLE FINISH MATERIAL...
  • Page 7: 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 8: Standoffs

    Standoffs The framing kit, once assembled and attached, are used as the top and side standoffs. Figure 7: TCWS54STOK Frame as 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 9: Framing And Finishing

    Framing and Finishing Note: The fireplace should be in place *The finishing material must not inter- and venting installed before framing If the backer board is not to be finished fere with glass frame access.* in or building an enclosure around the with other non-combustible material unit.
  • Page 10: Building Envelope Sealing Procedure

    Building envelope sealing procedure Exterior wall sheathing Seal joint with ashing tape prior to applying house wrap barrier lm (not supplied) 1/2" OSB board (factory installed) Outer door trim Stainless steel ashing Wall Use supplied double sided tape to adhere house wrap barrier lm to stainless steel ashing...
  • Page 11: Double Sided Tape For Exterior Side Vapour Barrier

    Double sided tape for exterior side vapour barrier Exterior side Interior side Double sided tape to a x vapour barrier to the inside of the exterior side wall Interior side Vapour barrier Exterior side Figure 11: Tape for exterior wall vapour barrier. A strip of double sided tape is pre-applied to the inside portion of the exterior wall.
  • Page 12: Building Materials - Outer Trim Profile View

    Building materials - Outer trim profile view Location of double side tape for vapour barrier. Siding material - Must not interfere with outer Fireplace outer door trim removal. wall assembly. Siding or facing material may make contact with the door frame on the top and sides of Dashed line indicates the door frame but not with...
  • Page 13 Double sided tape is factory installed over stainless steel anges. Peel backing from double sided tape prior to applying house wrap barrier lm. Double sided tape pre-applied to outdoor box to keep vapour barrier lm rmly in place. Figure 13: Double sided tape for outdoor box. 54 1/16"...
  • Page 14: Non-Combustible Board Detail

    Calcium silicate board If finishing the wall above the unit with Non-combustible board detail paint, the framing kit shipped with the unit should be discarded. Use full sheets of calcium silicate board or equivalent and full length metal studs to NON-COMBUSTIBLE finish and frame around the unit.
  • Page 15: Secure Steel Frame To Combustible Framing

    Secure steel frame to combustible framing • Bend out the tabs 90 degrees before inserting the unit into its framed housing (Figure 19). • Secure the frame assembly to the wood frame through the tabs (Figure 20). Install Non-Combustible Board (not supplied) •...
  • Page 16: Lintel Adjustment

    Lintel Adjustment 1. The adjustable lintel assembly has two orientations for desired finishing. The flanged edge and the hemmed edge (Figure 22). 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 it.
  • Page 17: Power Venting Options

    Power Venting Options POWER VENTING CONFIGURATIONS A power vent is mandatory on this indoor/outdoor fireplace. This fireplace can be power vented either hori- zontally or vertically. For Horizontal power venting where venting lengths between 3 feet to 110 feet are required, the power •...
  • Page 18: Electrical

    Electrical Note: Installation must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier. 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). The fireplace is operated via a wall control and a hand held remote control unit. This entire length of the supplied cable MUST be used.
  • Page 19: Wall Switch And Remote Control

    Wall Switch and Remote Control Note: The wall switch for the TCWS54STOK must not have batteries installed in it. The batteries are for back up in case of a power outage. This fireplace must not operate with a battery back up. TO FIREPLACE DO NOT install batteries in the wall switch...
  • Page 20: Home Automation

    Home Automation The home automation feature supplied with this fireplace is capable of controlling the flame and light on/off function with the use of a dry SUPPLIED CABLE contact relay common to home automation systems. Furthermore, the FROM FIREPLACE 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 21: Gas Supply

    Gas Supply Servicing of the appliance can be performed from inside the unit and through the access panel located in the firebox bottom. 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.
  • Page 22: Venting - Wall Power Vent Kit Only

    Venting - Wall Power Vent Kit Only For Power Venting this fireplace, “Power Venting Options” on page 17 and “Venting Configurations” on page 23. VENT SUPPORTS: A minimum of 1 support every 4’ must be used. CAUTION: UNDER NO CONDITION SHOULD COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL BE CLOSER THAN 1 ½ INCHES FROM ANY PART OF THE VENTING PIPE.
  • Page 23: Venting Configurations

    Venting Configurations VENTING CONFIGURATIONS The power vent is mandatory on this indoor/outdoor fireplace and Vertical must conform to the following power vent venting variables: • Venting can consist of any Horizontal combination of rise and run power vent up to a total of 110’ includ- ing up to 3 ft below the unit and a 66’...
  • Page 24: Minimum Vent Length Chart

    Minimum Vent Length Chart TCWS54STOK Minimum Rise Pipe Min. From Floor to Length Pipe Flue Center Length 58 7/16” 0” 36” Figure 37: Minimum pipe length. Vent Terminal Minimum Clearances FIXED CLOSED OPEN- FIXED ABLE CLOSED OPEN- ABLE AREA WHERE TERMINAL GAS METER VENT TERMINAL AIR SUPPLY INLET...
  • Page 25: Venting Components

    Venting Components SIMPSON DURAVENT COMPONENTS SECURE VENT COMPONENTS Number Description Number Description 1208 6” Pipe Length SV5L6 6” Pipe Length 1207 9” Pipe Length SV5L12 12” Pipe Length 1206 12” Pipe Length SV5L24 24” Pipe Length 1204 24” Pipe Length SV5L36 36”...
  • Page 26: Vent Pipe Sealant

    Vent Pipe Sealant APPROVED “HIGH TEMP.” SELF-ADHESIVE TAPE (SUPPLIED) VENT PIPE Figure 39: Taping vent pipe. 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. Inner pipe does not need to be sealed.
  • Page 27: Optional Tranquility Burner

    Optional Tranquility Burner Contents of Package: Figure 40: Tranquility kit components. Figure 41: NGST04 Media contents. 3.4 lbs sand Hardware pack Pilot rock Burner assemblies Burner tray assembly Pebble sets Secondary floor halves without lights Tray legs TCWS54STOK_270619-56 100001140...
  • Page 28: Installation

    Installation: If converting to propane see conversion ATTACH HERE AND ON OPPOSITE SIDE instructions on “Propane Conversion” on page 33 before proceeding. Install one side of the secondary floor as shown. Repeat with the other side but do not put in the two center screws until you put the center tray leg in place (Figure 42 and Figure 43).
  • Page 29 NOTE: CHECK AIR SHUTTER FOR CORRECT FUEL SETTING BEFORE PROCEEDING FURTHER. BOTH BURNERS ARE THE SAME. FULLY CLOSED FOR NATURAL GAS.13/64 (0.2)” OPEN FOR LP. Install burners as shown in Figure 45. Be sure to engage the venturis onto the orifices in the manifold and rest burners together on the center tray leg.
  • Page 30 Install burner tray as shown in Figure 48 using 8 screws. Secure tray around pilot first then the other 6 screws. SECURE PILOT HERE FIRST Figure 48: ng04 Securing pilot. Place sand into the burner tray and brush smooth. Use caution not to get sand near the burner ports (Figure 49).
  • Page 31 Each rock has a slot in it’s base and is marked with a letter and an arrow (Figure 50). The rocks must be positioned so that the arrows face the same way. Figure 51: Single set of rocks. Figure 50: Bottom of rock with arrow. From the outdoor side of the fireplace, place each rock as per the following...
  • Page 32 Repeat the sequence of placing the rocks three more times until the burner is covered. Place the fifth set of rocks randomly around the burners in the sand as desired. Figure 59: Rock H. Figure 58: Rock G. Place the pilot rock over the pilot with the opening facing the center of the burner .
  • Page 33: Propane Conversion

    Propane Conversion If the unit is to be used on propane convert as follows using the components supplied with the burner: CAUTION The gas supply and electrical power shall be shut off before proceeding with the conversion. MAIN BURNER 1.78mm ORIFICES Note: P/N (5022.72) Factory supplied components must be used to ensure correct input.
  • Page 34 Slide the pilot adjustment band over and ensure that the hole in the orifice band is showing. Figure 70 shows NG position Figure 71 shows LP position. LP POSITION NG POSITION Fill in the date and the name of the person who performed the conversion in the white area on Figure 70: Pilot adjustment band in Figure 71: Pilot adjustment band in...
  • Page 35: Optional Twilight Diamond Burner

    Optional Twilight Diamond Burner Contents of Package: IMPORTANT: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER These instructions are supplementary to the Installation and Operating Instructions supplied with the fi replace and should be kept together. Refer to the Installation and Operating Instructions for proper gas supply, safety requirements and operating instructions.
  • Page 36: Installation

    Installation: PILOT HOLE If converting to propane see “Propane Conversion” on page 33 before proceeding. 1. Install the secondary floor on the side away from the gas connections first. 2. Insert the wires leading from the secondary floor half through one of the grommets in the bulkhead GROMMETS plate.
  • Page 37 7. Remove the panel retainer clips from both sides of the upper firebox (Figure 75) 8. Insert both side panels (Figure 76) PANEL RETAINER CLIP. Figure 75: Panel retainer clip. NOTE: PROCEED TO AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN “Gas Pressure Check” on page 43 BEFORE INSTALLING BURNER TRAY AND MEDIA.
  • Page 38 11. Place the two porcelain strips, supplied with the panel set, into the fireplace as shown in Figure 78 with the narrow edge facing the center of the Porcelain strips fireplace. 12. Spread the glass media evenly over the entire mesh tray, leaving the small protrusion above the pilot clear of glass.
  • Page 39: Installation (Indoor Side Only)

    Finishing Touch Trim Kit Installation The trim kit includes two side pieces, a top piece, and a bottom meshed piece which will be placed onto the fireplace floor and in front of the glass once the fireplace door is installed. Installation (Indoor side only) 1.
  • Page 40 Figure 83: Installing bottom trim. Figure 84: Bottom trim in place. 4. The meshed trim piece for the bottom rests on the floor and in the gap between the outer-most door frame and the fireplace glass (Figure 83 and Figure 84).. Figure 85: Town &...
  • Page 41: Wiring Instructions For The Tc54St Twilight Burner Kit

    Wiring instructions for the TC54ST Twilight Burner kit To connect the lighting wires for the Twilight burner plate, do the following: • With the control compartment to your left, place the right-hand secondary floor plate in place and route the two wires from the lights to the left side of the firebox (Figure 88). Feed the two wires down through the left most grommet in the gas control compartment cover (Figure 89).
  • Page 42 Figure 92: TCWS54ST lights wiring diagram. TCWS54STOK_270619-56 100001140...
  • Page 43: Gas Pressure Check

    Gas Pressure Check Note: To test the gas pressure, turn off the gas supply before removing the plug from the supply pres- sure test port or manifold pressure test port. Verify gas pressures with the fireplace lit and on the highest setting. 1.
  • Page 44: Burner Flame Adjustment

    Burner Flame Adjustment The air shutter on the burner tube controls the primary combustion air. It is set to the closed position at the factory for natural gas fuel. If using liquid propane, see “Propane Conversion” on page 33. Some adjustment may be necessary to obtain desired flame and to eliminate carbon deposits.
  • Page 45: Firebox Panels Installation

    Firebox Panels Installation RETAINING CLIP 1. Remove side panel securing tabs for both sides in upper firebox (Figure 96). 2. Place bottom of side panel in first then tip up into vertical position (Figure 97). Figure 96: Retaining clip. 3. Attach the side panel securing tabs previously removed. Repeat steps 2 &...
  • Page 46: 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 47: 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 48: Replacement Parts-Tcws.54Stok

    Replacement parts-TCWS.54STOK Indoor/outdoor Installation kit TRIM INNER GLASS ASSEMBLY TRIM OUTER Figure 100: Door trim. Part # Part Description TCWS.847718 TC Widescreen 54 See Through Outdoor kit Trim Inner TCWS.847804 TC Widescreen 54 See Through Outdoor kit Trim Outer TCWS.8478 TC Widescreen 54 See Through Outdoor kit Glass Assy.
  • Page 49: Replacement Parts - Tcws.54Dst

    Replacement Parts - TCWS.54DST (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. #1 TCWS BODY ASSEMBLY ......TCWS.54CSTE *#5 FINISHING TOUCH TRIM KIT .....TCRP.54WSTRIMKIT #2 GLASS ASSEMBLY (c/w gasket) ..... GLAS.2062ASSY #6 ORIFICE (2pcs) ............5021.332A #3 FRAMING KIT .........
  • Page 50: Replacement Parts - Tranquility Burner

    Replacement Parts - Tranquility Burner (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. TRANQUILITY BURNER KIT ....TCWS.54NGST04D PEBBLE ASSEMBLY(5 boxes) ......5096.921 SAND (Two Bags) ..........TC42.SAND34 PILOT ROCK, BLACK ........5096.995BLK PILOT ROCK, GREY ........5096.995GRY PILOT ROCK, PLAIN ..........5096.995 NOT SHOWN KIT CONTENTS: TCWS54STOK_270619-56...
  • Page 51: Replacement Parts - Twilight Diamond Burner

    Replacement Parts - Twilight Diamond Burner (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. #1 Twilight DIAMOND BURNER ....TCWS.54NGST03D #2 GLASS MEDIA (3 required) ......TCRP.501201 #3 LIGHT BULB ............5033.713 NOT SHOWN KIT CONTENTS: TCWS54STOK_270619-56 100001140...
  • Page 52: 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. #4 TEST FITTING ............5019.104 #1 CONTROL ASSEMBLY KIT ......TCCV.95755-B #5 WALL SWITCH ASSEMBLY KIT ......TCRP.WSA #2 BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY KIT ......TCRP.8133 #6 REMOTE TRANSMITTER .......
  • Page 53: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram TCWS54STOK_270619-56 100001140...
  • Page 54: Rating Label

    Rating Label VENTED GAS FIREPLACE - NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL FOYER AU GAZ À ÉVACUATION - NE PAS UTILISER AVEC DU COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE This is a decorative product and is not intended to be used as a heating appliance. This Appliance is Equipped For Use With / ANSI Z21.50-2016 / CSA 2.22-2016 Vented Gas Fireplaces Cet Appareil est Équipé...
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