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These models meet the EPA Wood Burning Fireplace
Program Phase 2 emission level. NOTE: To ensure proper
fireplace operation, the catalyst should be replaced at a
minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years.
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain re-
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning
fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANS Z21.60 and Z21.84 standards.
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127-CAN/
ULC-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such
as the municipal building department, fire department,
etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter-
mine the need to obtain a permit.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com
INDOOR WOOD BURNING
(V)GMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES
INDOOR/OUTDOOR WOOD BURNING
(V)JMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES
MASONRY FIREPLACES WITH
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- Page 1 OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® ICC-ES #ESR-2542 INDOOR WOOD BURNING (V)GMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES INDOOR/OUTDOOR WOOD BURNING (V)JMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES MASONRY FIREPLACES WITH INSULATION These models meet the EPA Wood Burning Fireplace Program Phase 2 emission level. NOTE: To ensure proper fireplace operation, the catalyst should be replaced at a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
• Due to high temperatures, the • This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC fireplace and its appliance should be located components are safe when installed accord- out of traffic and away from ing to this installation manual. Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC components, furniture and draperies. -
Page 3: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Continued 50" MODELS " 24" " " 23" " (Ref.) " " " " " 50" HEARTH OUTSIDE 11" ACCESS 67" GAS LINE 58" 49" ACCESS 61" 30" " " 7" " 1" " 50" " 59" 13" 17" Figure 1 - 50"... -
Page 4: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION SELECTING LOCATION FRAMING 1. Frame opening for fireplace using dimen- To determine the safest and most efficient sions shown in Figures 2 and 3. location for the fireplace, you must take into consideration the following guidelines: 2. If fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any 1. - Page 5 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued MANTELS Note: For outdoor installations, fireplace enclosure must allow for adequate drainage A mantel may be installed if desired (see Figure and fresh air ventilation. It is recommended 5). Woodwork such as wood trims, mantels that a sealed, corrosion resistant catch pan or any other combustible material projecting with provision for drainage be installed under from front face must not be placed within 18"...
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Page 6: Venting Installation
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF CHIMNEY PIPE DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system Each double wall chimney section consists of a consists of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48" snap- galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel inner flue lock, double-wall pipe segments, planned pipe and a wire spacer. - Page 7 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Continue to assemble chimney sections as if properly locked. It is not necessary to add outlined above, making sure that both the screws to keep the chimney together (excep- inner and outer pipe sections are locked to- tion, see Figure 8).
- Page 8 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Return Return Elbow Elbow Return Offset Offset Elbow Elbow Elbow 6' Max. 6' Max. Ceiling Support Pipe Return 12S-12DM Return 6' Max. Elbow Elbow 6' Max. Offset Offset Elbow 6' Max. Elbow 6' Max. Offset Elbow Figure 10 - Typical Offset Terminations Screws or Staples FIRESTOP SPACERS (FS-10) Firestop...
- Page 9 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof 5. Add next sections of pipe until end When installing the flashing on a metal roof, penetrates roof line. Check to see that it is required that putty tape be used between proper clearances are maintained.
- Page 10 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Terminations/Spark Arrestor The fireplace system must be terminated with the listed round top or chase terminations. In 18" any case, refer to the installation instructions Min. supplied with the termination. Typ. CAUTION: Do not seal open- ings on the rooftop flashing. Fol- low the installation instructions provided with the termination 24"...
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Page 11: Firebrick Wall Installation
FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION 2. Install the left and right firebrick walls. IMPORTANT: Installation of brick There is a bracket with 2 tabs on the should be done after the fire- bottom of each firebrick wall. Angle the place is placed in a permanent wall into the fireplace opening and into location. - Page 12 FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION Continued GROUTING INSTRUCTIONS 4. Install the rear firebrick wall last. Place the wall face side down on the hearth with the Material provided: bottom of the wall toward the rear of the Bag of cement firebox and the top toward the front of the Bag of sand fireplace.
- Page 13 4. Install other screen rod in same manner. provided. Rating Hole for Screen WARNING: Risk of fire! Re- Plate place grate with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC grate only (see Parts, page Leading 20). This grate has been de- Bricks signed to keep the operation of your fireplace safe and efficient.
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Page 14: Optional Gas Line Installation
OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION Gas line hook up should be done by your WARNING: Do not operate an supplier or a qualified service person. unvented gas log set in this fire- Note: Before you proceed, make sure your place with the chimney removed. gas supply is turned off. -
Page 15: Purefire Installation
OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION Continued If you wish to install an unvented (vent-free) gas log set, only unvented gas log sets which WARNING: When using a have been found to comply with the standard decorative vented gas log, the for unvented room heaters, ANSI Z21.11.2 are damper must be removed or to be installed in this fireplace. -
Page 16: Glass Door Installation
GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION DOOR FRAME MODELS INSTALLING GLASS DOORS BDMO50E/G/C Spring clips have been installed but some adjustments may be needed. Install the doors Installation using the following steps: 1. Remove screws from smoke shelf (see 1. With bifold doors completely folded, insert Figure 29). -
Page 17: Operation And Maintenance Guidelines
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES GLASS DOORS Glass doors are optional with the fireplace. When fireplace is in operation, doors must be fully opened or fully closed position only or a fire hazard may be created (see Figure 32). Doors Fully Closed A fireplace equipped with glass doors operates Fireplace Front much differently than a fireplace with an open... -
Page 18: Purefire Emissions Control System
PUREFIRE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM This fireplace is equipped with a PureFire Refer to your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Home- Emission Control System. The Catalytic owner's Guide included with your fireplace for Hood system reduces particulates emissions proper fire building technique and ash removal in a wood burning fireplace to meet the EPA procedures. - Page 19 8 to 10 minutes of operation while the fire manufacturer. is dissipating. Under normal operating condi- Neither FMI PRODUCTS, LLC nor the dealer tions, you should see little or no smoke coming who sells the PureFire Emissions Control out of the chimney. If continuous smoke is...
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Page 20: Parts
PARTS MODELS (V)GMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES AND (V)JMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES 16/17 www.fmiproducts.com 125701-01A... - Page 21 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 24 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION (V)GMCAT50 (V)JMCAT50 QTY. Face Assembly • • Firebox Bottom Assembly •...
- Page 22 PARTS MODELS (V)GMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES AND (V)JMCAT50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES Picture may vary from actual www.fmiproducts.com 125701-01A...
- Page 23 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 24 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125118-01 Left Leading Brick 50" Red • • 125118-03 Left Leading Brick 42"/50"...
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Page 24: Technical Service
You may have further questions about in- When calling please have your model and se- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. rial numbers of your fireplace ready. If so, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at You can also visit our web site at 1-866-328-4537. www.fmiproducts.com. - Page 25 ACCESSORIES Continued STORM COLLAR - SC2-1 ROOF FLASHING V6F-10DM - 0 to 6/12 Pitch V12F-10DM - 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch FIRESTOP SPACER - FS-10 SQUARE CHASE-TOP TERMINATION - STL-12D AND STL-12DMP BLACK ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS RLT-12D AND RLT-12HT www.fmiproducts.com 125701-01A...
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