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B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
WARNING: If the information in these instructions
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or death.
— Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— 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 neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com
M36(B,H), M42(B,H), VM36(B,H)
FOR YOUR SAFETY
PFS
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NATURAL GAS MODELS
AND VM42(B,H)
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS
M36P(B,H), M42P(B,H),
VM36P(B,H) AND VM42P(B,H)
®
US
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- Page 1 B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® NATURAL GAS MODELS M36(B,H), M42(B,H), VM36(B,H) AND VM42(B,H) PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS M36P(B,H), M42P(B,H), VM36P(B,H) AND VM42P(B,H) WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct in- stallation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SAVE THIS BOOK... -
Page 3: Safety
SAFETY 1. This appliance is only for use with the type WARNING: This product con- of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with tains and/or generates chemicals other gases unless a certified kit is used. known to the State of California 2. -
Page 4: Unpacking
Safely retain these items for later installation. pan and ember materials INTRODUCTION Models M36(P)(B,H), VM36(P)(B,H), M42(P) This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC appliance and its (B,H) and VM42(P)(B,H) are vented gas fire- approved components are safe when installed places that use a millivolt gas control valve according to this installation manual and are op- with a millivolt ignition system. -
Page 5: Selecting Location
INTRODUCTION Continued The installation must conform with local codes CAUTION: Do not connect or, in the absence of local codes, with the cur- rent National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ appliance before pressure test- NFPA 54. This appliance complies with ANSI ing gas piping. -
Page 6: Product Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GAS RATING - NATURAL M36(B,H), VM36(B,H) M42(B,H), VM42(B,H) Max. Input Rating: 40,000 Btu/Hr 45,000 Btu/Hr Manifold Pressure: 3.5" WC (.87 kPa) 3.5" WC (.87 kPa) Minimum Supply Pressure: 4.5" WC (1.12 kPa) 4.5" WC (1.12 kPa) Maximum Supply Pressure: 10.5" WC (2.66 kPa) 10.5"... -
Page 7: Pre-Installation Preparation
Spacer 2 x 4 Stud Nailing 3" (7.6 cm) Flange " Left Side Back (3.8 cm) Max. Surround 0" Clearance M36(B,H), M42(B,H), M36P(B,H) M42P(B,H) 0" VM36(B,H), VM42(B,H), VM36P(B,H) VM42P(B,H) 14" (35.6 cm) 15" (38 cm) 8" (20.3 cm) 9"... - Page 8 Note: If appliance is to be raised above floor level, a platform must be built to support the appliance. 3. Install the supply line to the appliance M36(B,H), M42(B,H), using a 1/2" NPT black iron gas line ter- M36P(B,H) M42P(B,H) minating 2 "...
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Page 9: Venting Installation
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued INSTALLING TRANSITION PIPE AND B-Vent Piping STARTER COLLAR The transition pipe and starter collar shown Starter Collar in Figure 9 are supplied with the fireplace, unattached and ready for installation. Re- move starter collar and set aside. Slide Transition Pipe transition pipe over vent collar and attach with a minimum of three screws. - Page 10 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Listed Vent Cap Listed Listed Vent Cap Vent Cap Maintain Maintain Listed Listed Clearance Clearance Maintain Listed Maintain Support Each Clearance Listed Lateral At Clearance Least Every 45° 60° 6 Feet 12' Min. 45° Position Position Firestop Firestop Position 12' Min.
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Page 11: Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING FOR PROPER VENTING NOTICE: This appliance is After completing and checking electrical, equipped with a vent safety gas and vent connections, follow the lighting shutoff switch which will shut instructions and allow main burner to run down the appliance in the case for approximately 5 minutes. - Page 12 INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND-HELD 4. Connect wires to control circuit. Connect white wire to terminal marked TH/TP on REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION control valve. Connect red wire to male Note: If using optional wireless hand-held blade connector provided at open end of remote control, the wall switch is no longer safety circuit wiring (see Wiring Diagram, operational.
- Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued Installing 9-Volt Battery in Hand-Held FMI PRODUCTS, LLC recommends that a Remote Control Unit black iron gas line be routed from the gas 1. Remove battery cover on back of remote source, through a sediment trap (see Figure control unit.
- Page 14 INSTALLATION Continued Complete your gas installation by connect- CAUTION: Compounds used ing incoming gas line with flexible gas line. Secure tightly with wrench but DO NOT on threaded joints of gas piping OVERTIGHTEN. shall be resistant to the action of Liquefied Petroleum (LP or EMBER AND PAN MATERIAL propane) and should be applied PLACEMENT...
- Page 15 Log 2 Figure 27 - Installing Logs 5 and 6 Notch Log 1 Figure 28 - Logs Installed for M36, M36P, Figure 25 - Installing Logs 1 and 2 VM36 and VM36P Models www.fmiproducts.com 108795-01W...
- Page 16 INSTALLATION Continued LOG PLACEMENT FOR M42, M42P, 5. Place upper end of log 5 into notch on top inner right of log 1 (see Figure 31). Rest VM42 AND VM42P MODELS lower end of log 5 on middle grate finger 1.
- Page 17 firebox (see Figure 33). Pull handle individuals. Please request help if needed. to open or push to close. The M36, VM36, M42 and VM42 B-vent fireplaces are approved for use with optional CAUTION: Air inlet ducts are bi-fold glass doors (see Accessories, page not to terminate in attic space.
- Page 18 INSTALLATION Continued 6. Repeat the process for the opposite door Spring Hold-Down Clip Screw assembly. 7. To adjust doors, slide them partially open. Side Using a screwdriver, loosen hold-down Front screws in the spring clip (see Figure 36) Face and pivot plate. 8.
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Page 19: Operation
OPERATION FOR YOUR SAFETY 1. STOP! Read the safety information, col- umn 1. READ BEFORE LIGHTING 2. Turn wall switch to the OFF position. WARNING: If you do not fol- 3. Turn off all electric power to appliance. low these instructions exactly, 4. -
Page 20: Inspecting Burners
OPERATION Continued TO TURN OFF GAS Note: Burner may light if hand-held remote was on when selector switch was last TO APPLIANCE turned off. You can now turn burner on 1. Turn off wall switch. and off with the hand-held remote control 2. -
Page 21: Cleaning And Maintenance
INSPECTING BURNERS Continued Thermopile Figure 43 shows a typical flame pattern. If burner flame pattern differs from that de- Pilot scribed: Burner • turn appliance off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 20) • see Troubleshooting, page 23 Ignitor Figure 42 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern BURNER FLAME PATTERN... -
Page 22: Wiring Diagram
• how heater was malfunctioning Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement • purchase date part(s), call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866- Usually, we will ask you to return the part to 328-4537. the factory. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not light... - Page 24 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot goes out when wall switch 1. Millivolt output on thermo- 1. Replace thermopile is ON pile too high Spark ignitor will not light pilot 1. Defective ignitor (no spark 1. Check for spark at electrode after repeated triggering of at electrode) and pilot.
- Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • 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 neighbor’s phone. Fol- low the gas supplier’s instructions.
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Page 26: Parts
PARTS MODELS M36(B,H), M36P(B,H), M42(B,H), M42P(B,H), VM36(B,H), VM36P(B,H), VM42(B,H) AND VM42P(B,H) 35 34 www.fmiproducts.com 108795-01W... - Page 27 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual. M36(B,H) M42(B,H) VM36(B,H) VM42(B,H) DESCRIPTION 14153 14153 Micro Switch 11165 11165 Screw, #10 x 5/8 Mod. Tr. Blk. Ox...
- Page 28 108166-02 108171-02 Rear Refractory, Herringbone (M36H/M42H) 106660-01 107816-01 Rear Refractory, Std. Brick (VM36B/VM42B) 108166-01 108171-01 Rear Refractory, Herringbone (VM36H/VM42H) 106661-02 107818-02 Bottom Rear Refractory, Std. Brick (M36/M42, M36B/M42B) 108167-02 108172-02 Bottom Rear Refractory, Herringbone (M36H/M42H) 106661-01 107818-01 Bottom Rear Refractory, Std. Brick (VM36/VM42,...
- Page 29 PARTS LOGSETS FOR MODELS M36(B,H), M36P(B,H), VM36(B,H) AND VM36P(B,H) PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 107999-01 Log Set 108724-01 Right Front 9" Split Log 901098-01 Rear Log 108720-01 Top Right Log - 11 " 108721-01 Top Right Log - 16" 108722-01 Top Left Log - 13 "...
- Page 30 PARTS LOGSETS FOR MODELS M42(B,H), M42P(B,H), VM42(B,H) AND VM42P(B,H) PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 107999-02 Log Set 901098-02 Rear Log 108723-01 Left Front Log - 11" 108839-01 Right Front Log - 15 " Round 108722-01 Top Left Log - 13 " Y-Log 108838-01 Inside Top Left Log - 15 "...
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Page 31: Accessories
NOTICE: All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models. Purchase these accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. -
Page 32: Warranty
This is FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s exclusive warranty, and to the full extent allowed by law; this express war- ranty excludes any and all other warranties, express or implied, written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to...
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