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AND OPERATING inspection requirements in your area. INSTRUCTIONS MODEL: FP16 LE, Meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's 2020 Particulate Emission Standards FP16 AR LE for Cord Wood Visit www.pacificenergy.net for the most recent version of this manual...
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual describes the installation / operation of the Pacific Energy, FP16 LE / FP16 AR LE wood burning Fireplace. SAFETY NOTICE: If this heater is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation instructions.
BLOWER ELECTRICAL RATING 115V, 60HZ, 1.1AMP • REPLACE GLASS ONLY WITH 5mm CERAMIC GLASS. • DO NOT USE OR INSTALL COMPONENTS OR PRODUCTS NOT SPECIFIED IN PACIFIC ENERGY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. • DO NOT USE A FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT.
Chimney fires are easy to detect; they usually involve one or more of the following: • Flames and sparks shooting out of the top of the chimney • A roaring sound • Vibration of the chimney FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
The smoke is primarily Carbon Dioxide, and therefore non-toxic but uncomfortable. • DO NOT STORE/PLACE WOOD WITHIN THE STOVES INSTALLATION CLEARANCES, INCLUDING IN FRONT OF THE UNIT. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
Do not burn anything but wood. Other fuels, eg. charcoal, can produce large amounts of carbon monoxide, a tasteless, odorless gas that can kill. Under no circumstances should you attempt to barbecue in this heater. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
High Air Control Figure 1: FP16 LE Air Control. WARNING: Never use chemicals or any other volatile liquid to start a fire. Never Leave The Fireplace Unattended With The Door Open WARNING: This unit is not designed to be operated during normal operation with the firing door open.
An uncontrollable burn or a glowing red stove part or chimney indicates excessive draft. Inadequate draft may cause backpuffing into the room and plug- ging of the chimney. Smoke leaking into the room through appliance and chimney connector joints indicates inadequate draft. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
Back side of airwash chamber. • Baffle locking pin. • Boost manifold cover. When Cleaning the Chimney System: • Top baffle board/blanket. • Baffle. • Top heat shield and mounting bolt. • Baffle Gasket. • Brick Rails. • Manifold. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled. Other waste should not be placed in this con- tainer. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
• DOOR GASKETS - The gasket used by Pacific Energy (7/8”(22mm) medium density fibreglass rope) requires only light pressure to seal. This will prolong seal life. It is important that the door seal be maintained in good condition. Periodically inspect seals and replace if necessary.
3. Replace the access panel. Replace the gasket if needed. MAKE SURE THE GASKET IS IN GOOD SHAPE AND POSITIONED CORRECTLY. IF IT IS DAMAGED THEN IT MUST BE REPLACED. Figure 3: Draft box clean out cover. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
5. Remove the three bolts securing the blower to the mounting bracket(Figure 5) and replace the blower. 6. Reverse all previous steps to reinstall the new blower. See "Convection Blower Wiring" on page 22 for wiring diagram. Bolts Mounting Screws Figure 5: FP16 Blower Mounting Screws. Figure 4: Removing mounting bracket bolts. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
In Canada: the unit must be installed with access openings into the built in(chase) enclosure for inspection purposes. The access covers must require a household tool to open. Crate Removal 1. Carefully remove wood top and supports. 2. Remove the screws securing the fireplace to the pallet(4). 3. Remove from pallet bottom. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
Minimum chimney height: minimum total chimney height from fireplace bottom to 15’ (4.6m) below the chimney rain cap. Recommended maximum chimney height (at sea level) from top of fireplace to 35’ (10.7m) rain cap. Maximum unsupported chimney height. 20’ (6.1m) FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
2.06m minimums. Framing dimensions will need to be adjusted accordingly to accept drywall/wallboard if used inside enclosure. Figure 7: FP16 LE Framing Dimensions. The top front framing must be installed as shown, "Figure 8: FP16 LE framing enclosure." on page...
It is very important to provide a flat surface to attach the outer non-combustible board to. • Attach the Framing kit securely to the chase's framing using appropriate fasteners. Figure 10: FP16 LE Chase with unit.. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
Anchor Plate spacer. Part #FP30.7757. Ensure the Chimney Achor plate is fully engaged with the Fireplace's Flue Collar when using the Anchor Plate Spacer. NOTE: The FP16 LE must be installed so the outlet of Listed the chimney system is a minimum 15ft (4.6m) in height...
7. Securely attach the rain cap and check the flashing for leaks. Offset Chimney: The chimney for the FP16 LE can be installed with a maxi- Maintain mum of four 45° elbows (in Canada) or four 30° elbows (in Chimney U.S.A.) as shown (Figure 12).
Insulation Insulation mounting 4” Flexible Vent cover Insulation Air Intake from 4” Flexible Vent Aluminum Tape side or rear Figure 14: FP16 LE Air intake - rear view. Figure 15: FP Typical outside air installation. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
All electrical connections should be performed by a certified/licensed electrician. Electrical Rating : 115 V, 60 Hz, 1.1A Blowers Temp Switch From Wall Neutral Switch/Fan controller Line Ground Electrical Junction Box Figure 16: FP16 LE Electrical Box. Figure 17: FP Wiring Diagram. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
Door. This can be tile, brick, slate, stone or metal that meets or exceeds UL1618 Type 1 - floor protector. Minimum 20GA steel 18" [460mm] 8" [200mm] 8" [203mm] 34" [865mm] Figure 19: FP16 LE Ember Protection. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
Finshing The Chase The front facing area of the FP16 LE must be covered with non-combustible cement board prior to applying any non-combustible finishing material. Use the Cement Board manufacturer's guidelines and suggested fasteners to attach the cement board to the unit and studs.
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DO NOT PLACE ANY CEMENT BOARD OR FINISHING MATERIALS INSIDE THIS EDGE. Failure to comply will result in improper installation of panels, overheating of the fireplace and blowers and may not be covered under Warranty. Facing Edge/Stop Figure 21: FP16 LE, Facing edge. FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
Extending from the outer edge of the door out 12" [292mm], • Under the door, down to the floor. • Above the Heat Exchanger's Air Deflector up to a minimum of "Figure 23: FP16 LE Mantle Clearnace Chart." on page 27, depending on depth. Combustible See Chart...
3. Place four firebricks on the bottom of the firebox in the pattern shown below. Figure 24: FP16 Firebrick layout. ITEM DIMENSIONS PART NUMBER 9” X 4 1/2” X 1 1/4” (230 mm x 115 mm x 32 mm) 5096.99 FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
- Check outside air supply for obstruction blocked - Check that room air cover is removed 2. Draft too low - Chimney plugged or restricted, inspect and clean - Chimney oversized or otherwise unsuitable, consult Dealer FP16 LE 160221-32 100004090...
10..Replacement Glass (c/w Tape) ....80000220 21..Suround Backing Plate ......80000947 11..Casting, Door, NEO 1.6 ......80001929 All parts may be ordered from your nearest Pacific Energy 12..Door Handle Assembly, NEO ....80001754 dealer. Contact Pacific Energy for the location of the dealer nearest you.
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10..Replacement Glass (c/w Tape) ....80000220 12..Door Handle Assembly, NEO ....80001754 14..Brick Rail Kit ..........80000235 All parts may be ordered from your nearest Pacific Energy 15..Rear Brick Rail ........80001723 dealer. Contact Pacific Energy for the location of the dealer 16..