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Stove Builder International Inc.
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US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD FIREPLACE
Listed to standards ULC-S610 and UL 127
Manufactured by:
Canada, G3A 2H3
FP12 Mundo
by an accredited laboratory
45707A
09-09-2016

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  • Page 1 PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD FIREPLACE Listed to standards ULC-S610 and UL 127 by an accredited laboratory www.valcourtinc.com Manufactured by: Stove Builder International Inc. 250 rue Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec), Canada, G3A 2H3 After-sale service: 418-908-8002 E-mail: tech@sbi-international.com This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site. It is a copyrighted document.
  • Page 2 CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the fireplace or its components. Any modification or alteration of construction may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system. In that case, Stove Builder International (SBI) will not be responsible for damages. Install the fireplace only as described in these instructions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of content PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ..........6 1 Safety Information ................... 6 Summary of Operation and Maintenance Cautions and Warnings .............6 2 General Information on Mundo (FP12) ............8 Appliance performance .........................8 General Features..........................9 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You ................12 The Benefits of Low Emissions and High Efficiency ................12 The SBI Commitment to You and the Environment ................13 2.5.1...
  • Page 4 5 Maintaining Your Wood Heating System ........... 25 Fireplace Maintenance ........................25 5.1.1 Plated Finish Maintenance ......................25 5.1.2 Glass Door Cleaning ........................25 5.1.3 Door Adjustment ..........................26 5.1.4 Door Alignment ..........................27 5.1.5 Replacing the Door Gasket ......................29 5.1.6 Replacing the Glass or the Glass Gasket ..................30 5.1.7 Cleaning and Painting the Fireplace ....................32 Chimney and Chimney Liner Maintenance ..................32...
  • Page 5 Chimney Support Installation ......................65 8.8.1 Universal Roof Support ........................65 8.8.2 Universal Offset Support ........................65 Installation Instructions for Masonry Application ................66 8.10 Required Supply of Combustion Air ....................67 Appendix 1: Optional Heat Distribution Systems Installation (AC01375, AC01389 or AC01363) ..........68 Appendix 2: Optional Finishing Trim Installation (VA10FL02)....

  • Page 6: Part A - Operation And Maintenance

    PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Please see Part B for installation instructions. 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1 Summary of Operation and Maintenance Cautions and Warnings HOT WHILE IN OPERATION, KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY • CAUSE SKIN BURNS. GLOVES MAY BE NEEDED FOR FIREPLACE OPERATION. USING A FIREPLACE WITH CRACKED OR BROKEN COMPONENTS, SUCH AS GLASS OR FIREBRICKS OR •...
  • Page 7 • THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE MAINTAINED AND OPERATED AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT ELEVATE THE FIRE BY MEANS OF GRATES, AND IRONS OR OTHER MEANS. • THIS FIREPLACE MUST ALWAYS BE USED WITH THE ORIGINAL ANDIRONS (SEE APPENDIX 5: EXPLODED •...

  • Page 8: General Information On Mundo (Fp12)

    GENERAL INFORMATION ON MUNDO (FP12) 2.1 Appliance performance Fuel type Dry cordwood Recommended heating area 500 to 2,100 ft (46 to 195 m Firebox volume 2.5 ft (0.071 m Maximum burn time Maximum heat output (dry cordwood) 75,000 BTU/h (22.0 kW) (2)(3) Overall heat output rate (min.

  • Page 9: General Features

    2.2 General Features Maximum log length in ( mm) east-west* Flue outlet diameter in ( Chimney diameter (152 CAN/ULC S604, UL 103 (1700 °F) Type of chimney CAN/ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F) Baffle material C-Cast Approved for alcove installation Not approved ‡...
  • Page 10 8”/203mm HOT AIR GRAVITY DISTRIBUTION KIT (2) 6”/142mm FORCED AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT (2) FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
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  • Page 12: Zone Heating And How To Make It Work For You

    2.3 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You Your new FP12 Mundo wood fireplace is a space heater, which means it is intended to heat the area it is installed in, as well as spaces that connect to that area, although to a lower temperature. This is called zone heating and it is an increasingly popular way to heat homes or spaces within homes.

  • Page 13: The Sbi Commitment To You And The Environment

    2.5 The SBI Commitment to You and the Environment The SBI team is committed to protecting the environment, so we do everything we can to use only materials in our products that will have no lasting negative impact on the environment. 2.5.1 What is Your New Fireplace Made Of? The body of your fireplace, which is most of its weight, is carbon steel.

  • Page 14: Fuel

    3 FUEL 3.1 Materials That Should Not be Burned • GARBAGE OF ANY KIND, • COAL OR CHARCOAL, • TREATED, PAINTED OR COATED WOOD, PLYWOOD OR PARTICLE BOARD, • FINE PAPER, COLORED PAPER OR CARDBOARD, • SALT WATER DRIFTWOOD, • MANUFACTURED LOGS CONTAINING WAX OR CHEMICAL ADDITIVES, •...

  • Page 15: Log Length

    3.2.3 Log Length Logs should be cut at least 1” (25 mm) shorter than the firebox so they fit in easily. Pieces that are even slightly too long make loading the fireplace very difficult. The most common standard length of firewood is 16”...

  • Page 16: How To Dry Firewood

    3.2.5 How to Dry Firewood Firewood that is not dry enough to burn is the cause of most complaints about wood fireplaces. Continually burning green or unseasoned wood produces more creosote and involves lack of heat and dirty glass door. See Section 5: Maintaining your wood heating system for concerns about creosote.

  • Page 17: Judging Firewood Moisture Content

    3.2.6 Judging Firewood Moisture Content You can find out if some firewood is dry enough to burn by using these guidelines: • cracks form at the ends of logs as they dry as it dries in the sun, the wood turns from white or cream colored to grey or yellow, •...

  • Page 18: Operating Your Fireplace

    4 OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE Although the handle is cold, it is best to use gloves to open the door for the shelf which is right above becomes very hot. 4.1 The use of a fire screen This fireplace has been tested for use with an open door in conjunction with a fire screen (AC01364, sold separately).

  • Page 19: Lighting Fires

    4.3 Lighting Fires Each person who heats with wood develops their own favorite way to light fires. Whatever method you choose, your goal should be to get a hot fire burning quickly. A fire that starts fast produces less smoke and deposits less creosote in the chimney.

  • Page 20: Two Parallel Logs

    4.3.3 Two Parallel Logs Place two spit logs in the firebox. Place a few sheets of twisted newspaper between the logs. Now place some fine kindling across the two logs and some larger kindling across those, log cabin style. Light the newspaper.

  • Page 21: Ash Removal

    4.4.2 Ash Removal Ash should be removed from the firebox every two or three days of full time heating. Do not let the ash build up in the firebox because it will interfere with proper fire management. The best time to remove ash is after an overnight fire when the fireplace is relatively cool, but there is still some chimney draft to draw the ash dust into the fireplace and prevent it from coming into the room.

  • Page 22: Firing Each New Load Hot

    4.4.4 Firing Each New Load Hot Place the new load of wood on and behind the charcoal, and not too close to the glass. Close the door and open the air control fully. Leave the air control fully open until the firebox is full of flames, the wood has charred to black and its edges are glowing red.

  • Page 23: Building Different Fires For Different Needs

    4.4.6 Building Different Fires for Different Needs Using the air control is not the only way to match the fireplace’s heat output to the heat demand. Your house will need far less heat in October than in January to be kept at a comfortable temperature. If you fill the firebox full in fall weather, you will either overheat the space or turn the fireplace down so much that the fire will be smoky and inefficient.
  • Page 24 4.4.6.4 Maximum Burn Cycle Times The burn cycle time is the period between loading wood on a coal bed and the consumption of that wood back to a coal bed of the same size. The flaming phase of the fire lasts for roughly the first half of the burn cycle and the second half is the coal bed phase during which there is little or no flame.

  • Page 25: Maintaining Your Wood Heating System

    5 MAINTAINING YOUR WOOD HEATING SYSTEM 5.1 Fireplace Maintenance Your new fireplace will give many years of reliable service if you use and maintain it correctly. Some of the internal components of the firebox, such as firebricks, baffles and air tubes, will wear over time under intense heat.

  • Page 26: Door Adjustment

    5.1.3 Door Adjustment In order for your fireplace to burn at its best efficiency, the door must provide a perfect seal with the firebox. Therefore, the gasket should be inspected periodically to check for a good seal. The gasket seal may be improved with a simple latch mechanism adjustment.

  • Page 27: Door Alignment

    5.1.4 Door Alignment To align, open the fireplace’s door and loosen the pressures screws located on the lower and upper hinges of the door using a 5/64” (2mm) Allen key to free the adjustable hinge rods. FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 28 Using a flat screwdriver, turn the adjustable hinge rods in the direction shown to adjust the doors. Tighten all door hinge pressure screws when they are at the desired positions. FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 29: Replacing The Door Gasket

    5.1.5 Replacing the Door Gasket It is important to maintain the gasket in good condition. After a year or more of use, the door gasket will compress and become hard, which may allow air to leak past it. You can test the condition of the door gasket by closing and latching the door on a strip of paper.

  • Page 30: Replacing The Glass Or The Glass Gasket

    5.1.6 Replacing the Glass or the Glass Gasket The glass used in the FP12 is 5 mm thick of dimension: 31 1/8" (791 mm) x 17 1/4" (438 mm)and tested to reach temperatures up to 1400º F. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with one having the same specification.
  • Page 31 The gasket must be centred on the edge of the glass. To do this easily, peel back a section of the paper covering the adhesive and place the gasket on a table with the adhesive side up. Stick the end of the gasket to the middle of top edge of the glass, then press the edge of the glass down onto the gasket, taking care that it is perfectly centred on the gasket.

  • Page 32: Cleaning And Painting The Fireplace

    Reinstall the glass, being careful to centre the glass carefully in the door. Do not over-tighten the screws. Note that the two main causes of broken door glass are uneven placement in the door and over-tightening of retaining screws. Do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the fireplace if the glass is broken. To change the glass, perform the same operation described above.

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Chimney

    5.2.3 Cleaning the Chimney Chimney cleaning can be a difficult and dangerous job. don’t have experience cleaning chimneys, you might want to hire a professional chimney sweep to clean and inspect the system for the first time. After having seen the cleaning process, you can decide if it is a job you would like to take on.

  • Page 34: Fire Baffle Removal Prior To Cleaning The Chimney

    5.2.4 Fire Baffle Removal Prior to Cleaning the Chimney Before starting to clean your chimney, we recommend that you remove the fire baffle to avoid creosote dust collection on top of the baffle. Follow the steps below to remove the fire baffle: 1.

  • Page 35: Part B - Installation

    PART B – INSTALLATION Install the fireplace only as described in these instructions and using only components from the chimney manufacturers listed in table 2. Parts Required • FP12 Mundo Fireplace • Insulated chimney made by the manufacturers approved and listed in table 2: Chimney lengths Elbows (where necessary) Associated components as per these installation instructions...

  • Page 36: Regulations Covering Fireplace Installation

    • THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED TO BE INSTALLED INSIDE A MASONRY CHIMNEY. 6.2 Regulations Covering Fireplace Installation When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the FP12 Mundo wood fireplace is suitable for use in residential installations. The FP12 Mundo wood fireplace is not intended for installation in a bedroom of a mobile home.

  • Page 37: Fireplace Installation

    6.3 Fireplace Installation BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR FIREPLACE, YOU MUST INSTALL THE TWO SPACERS AND THE HEAT SHIELD ON TOP AND THE TWO SPACERS ON THE BACK OF THE FIREPLACE. The spacers and the heat shield are in the firebox of the fireplace and the screws are with the manual kit. Using the screws provided, install the two spacers (A) and the heat shield (B) on top of the fireplace and the two spacers (C) on the back of it.
  • Page 38 6.3.1.1 Raised base installation of more than 4" (R value for the hearth extension not required) The FP12 Mundo may be installed directly on the floor or on a raised combustible or non combustible base. If the fireplace is elevated more than 4" (B), an R value for the hearth extension is not required. However, the upper and lower angle, for the full width of the floor protection, must be protected 2"...
  • Page 39 FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 40 In the case where (F) would be equal to 4", it is suggested that the sheet metal between the base of the fireplace and floor be in one piece. FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 41 6.3.1.2 On the floor or on a raised base of less than 4" installation (R value for the hearth extension required) In the case where the fireplace is installed directly on the floor or on a raised base of less than 4", an R value for the hearth extension is required.
  • Page 42 A non-combustible floor protection with R value insulation equal to or greater than 1.00 must be installed in front of the unit. For more details see Section 6.3.2: Minimum Heart Extension Requirements. The use of an R value is convenient when more than one material is going to be used in the hearth extension to cover the combustible surface.
  • Page 43 Thermal Characteristics of Common Floor Protection Materials* MATERIAL CONDUCTIVITY (k) RESISTANCE (R) PER INCH PER INCH THICKNESS ® Micore 0.39 2.54 ® Micore 0.49 2.06 ® Durock 1.92 0.52 ® Hardibacker 1.95 0.51 ® Hardibacker 0.44 ® Wonderboard 3.23 0.31 Cement mortar 5.00 Common brick...

  • Page 44: Minimum Heart Extension Requirements

    6.3.2 Minimum Heart Extension Requirements The hearth extension floor area must extend at least 18" (457 mm)* in front of the hearth (A) and at least 8" (203 mm) on each side of the door opening (D). The joint between the hearth extension and the fireplace hearth needs to be made of non-combustible material such as sheet metal (not included).

  • Page 45: Framing, Facing, Mantel And Combustible Shelf

    6.3.3 Framing, Facing, Mantel and Combustible Shelf 6.3.3.1 Framing The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations: A. Frame the sides and back of the fireplace using 2" X 3" (5 cm X 8 cm) or heavier lumber. However, the front studs as well as headers on top of the fireplace must be of a depth no more than the depth of the top standoffs.
  • Page 46 Wall finish behind the fireplace’s faceplate installation MEASUREMENTS CLEARANCES 37 3/4" (959 mm) 4 7/8" (124 mm) 24 3/4" (630 mm) 8" (203 mm) 1 1/2" (39 mm) MAX 5" (127 mm) 80" (2032 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement.
  • Page 47 See Appendix 4: Installing the Mandatory Adapter for Fresh Air Intake Kit (J). Fresh air intake kit (J) installation LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non-combustible material only in this area MINIMUM MEASUREMENT FOR FRESH AIR INTAKE (L)** 12" (305 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement.
  • Page 48 CLEARANCES ** 53 3/8" (1356 mm) 75 1/2" (1918 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. **Values K and L are minimum measurements. They may need to be increased to alloy installation of a fresh air intake kit, or depending on the finish material used.
  • Page 49 CLEARANCES 3" (76 mm) maximum 5 5/8" (143 mm) minimum 24" (610 mm) minimum FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 50 6.3.3.2 Facing A = FIREPLACE B = HOT AIR REGISTER 80" 1 1/2" MINIMUM 8" MINIMUM 1 1/2" MINIMUM 12" MINIMUM *Must be measured from the base of the fireplace and not from the floor. ** The measurement between the and the hot air register applies for the bottom and the top cross member...
  • Page 51 A = FIREPLACE B = HOT AIR REGISTER 80" 8" MINIMUM 8" MINIMUM 12" MINIMUM *Must be measured from the base of the fireplace and not from the floor. It is possible to install a finishing trim around the fireplace, see Appendix 2: The Optional Finishing Trim Installation (VA10FL02) for details.

  • Page 52: Heat Management Systems

    6.3.3.3 Compliance of a Combustible Mantel Shelf The installation of the combustible shelf is permitted. Refer to Figure 15 in order to locate the safe location. The shelf shall have a depth (C) up to 12 "(305 mm) and shall be installed 48" (1219 mm) from the firebox base (B).

  • Page 53: Clearances To Combustible Material

    7 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL The clearances shown in this section have been determined by test according to procedures set out in safety standards ULC S610 (Canada) and UL127 (U.S.A.). When the fireplace is installed so that its surfaces are at or beyond the minimum clearances specified, combustible surfaces will not overheat under normal and even abnormal operating conditions.

  • Page 54: Approved Venting System

    8 APPROVED VENTING SYSTEM See Table 2 for the complete listed chimneys for your FP12 Mundo. 8.1 General The venting system, acts as the engine that drives your wood heating system. Even the best fireplace will not function safely and efficiently as intended if it is not connected to a suitable chimney. The heat in the flue gases that pass from the fireplace into the chimney is not waste heat.

  • Page 55: Chimney Installation Notes

    There are two reasons why the chimney in the house at right will cold backdraft when it is cold outside and there is no fire burning in the fireplace. First, the chimney runs up the outside of the house, so the air in it is colder and denser than the warm air in the house.
  • Page 56 10. Cut and frame square holes in all floors, ceilings, and roof that the chimney will go through to provide a 2" (50 mm) minimum clearance between the chimney and any combustible materials. Do not fill this 2″ space with insulation or any other combustible material. 11.
  • Page 57 12. For installations where more than one chimney is located in the same non-chase or within the same area, we suggest that their terminations be separated by at least 16" (410 mm) horizontally, and 18" (460 mm) vertically. This separation is to prevent smoke migrating from one chimney to another. 18"...

  • Page 58: Chimney Installation Instructions

    8.6 Chimney Installation Instructions Always refer to the approved chimney manufacturer’s Installation manual to ensure a safe installation. Some non-illustrated parts may be required. 8.6.1 Examples of Typical Chimney Installation insure good draft, recommended to have a length of 18 inches from the top of the unit to the first offset.
  • Page 59 Direct installation Exterior offset installation FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 60 Interior offset installation Connection to a masonry chimney 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass. Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the holes. Make sure that the size of the floor and ceiling holes are in accordance with the chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 61 4. Every time the chimney passes through a ceiling or a wall, install the appropriate firestop. When you reach the desired height, install the roof support (not illustrated). (Refer to instructions included with the support). 5. Then, put the roof flashing (D) in place and seal the joint between the roof and the flashing with roofing pitch.

  • Page 62: Offset Chimney Installation

    8.6.2 Offset Chimney Installation TABLE 1 - THE MINIMUM SYSTEM HEIGHT WHEN USING ELBOWS IS: Fireplace model FP12 MUNDO Approved models Chimney model (See Table 2) Vertical installation 15 ft. (4.6 m) Two (2) elbows 15 ft. (4.6 m) Four (4) elbows 17 ft.
  • Page 63 TABLE 2 - LISTED CHIMNEYS FOR YOUR FP12 MUNDO CHIMNEY INNER BRAND TYPE MANUFACTURER DIAMETER Selkirk CF Sentinel (CF) 2" Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Super Pro 2100 (ALT) 2" Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Super Vent 2100 (JM) 2"...

  • Page 64: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    TABLE 3 – LIST OF MANDATORY COMPONENTS CHIMNEY MANDATORY COMPONENTS TYPE/BRAND MANUFACTURER • Rafter protector at the roof level if chimney is enclosed at the attic level. 1" Solid Pack: ASHT+, Security Chimney • Requires insulated attic radiation 2" Solid Pack : S-2100 shield unless chimney is enclosed at the attic level.

  • Page 65: Chimney Support Installation

    In cold climate locations, it is recommended that you use the insulated wall radiation shield since it will maintain the home’s thermal barrier. INSULATED WALL RADIATION SHIELD GYPROCK INSULATED WALL 8.8 Chimney Support Installation 8.8.1 Universal Roof Support This support has three possible uses: 1.

  • Page 66: Installation Instructions For Masonry Application

    8.9 Installation Instructions for Masonry Application WARNING: BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION, THE MASONRY CHIMNEY MUST BE INSPECTED BY A QUALIFIED SWEEP. The following requirements must be respected: 1. The chimney must be absolutely clear of any soot residue or creosote. Check for cracks, loose or missing bricks that could inhibit correct installation of the liner.

  • Page 67: Required Supply Of Combustion Air

    Follow these steps: 1. Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the elbow or chimney section (A) on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval the location where the flue liner will enter the masonry chimney. 2.

  • Page 68: Appendix 1: Optional Heat Distribution Systems Installation (Ac01375, Ac01389 Or Ac01363)

    APPENDIX 1: OPTIONAL HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS INSTALLATION (AC01375, AC01389 OR AC01363) Different heat distribution systems can be installed with the FP12 Mundo: One of these two heat distribution systems (sold separately) is mandatory on the FP12 Mundo: • Hot air gravity distribution kit - Traditional style (AC01375) •...
  • Page 69 DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET FRAME WITH ELBOW DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET DECORATIVE GRILLE WITH ELBOW FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 70 The hot air grilles can be installed in the same room as the fireplace, or one or both of the grilles can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms. Installing the ducts at different elevations will tend to exhaust more heat out of the higher grilles.
  • Page 71 1. It is recommended to wear gloves perform this procedure. Remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut and remove the insulation in order to obtain two 8" dia. openings. Then, remove the plates closing up the 8"...
  • Page 72 3. Secure the ducting (A) to the 90° elbows (E) with self-tapping screws (3 per elbow). Insert the frames (F) in the elbow (E). Set hot air outlets frames behind the non-combustible materiel and secure to the wall with screws. Secure the frames (F) to the elbows (E) with 3 self-tapping screws each.
  • Page 73 7. When passing through a combustible wall or floor, a firestop must be installed at the wall or floor penetration. The hole size must be in accordance with the duct manufacturer’s instructions. FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 74 12" MINIMUM 8" MINIMUM 12" MINIMUM 60" MINIMUM Clearances above are good for the Hot air gravity distribution kit - traditional style (AC01375) and for the Hot air gravity distribution kit - modern with adjustable pipes (AC01389)*. 8. Do not connect the hot air ducts to a central heating system. Malfunction of the heating system’s fan will cause the fireplace to overheat.
  • Page 75 HOT AIR GRAVITY DISTRIBUTION KIT - MODERN WITH ADJUSTABLE PIPES (AC01389)* The kit includes: Decorative plate (A) Adjustable frame (B) Heat distribution box (C) Telescoping section (D) Anchor plate (E) All screws are included FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 76 DIMENSIONS OF HEAT DISTRIBUTION BOX: DIMENSIONS OF ADJUSTABLE DECORATIVE PLATE: FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 77 DIMENSIONS OF ASSEMBLED HEAT DISTRIBUTION BOX AND ADJUSTABLE DECORATIVE PLATE: Max. Min. FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 78 The duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. It is recommended to wear gloves perform this procedure. Remove plates closing up the 8" dia. holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut and remove the insulation in order to obtain two 8"...
  • Page 79 Secure the telescoping sections (A) to the heat distribution box (C) with self-tapping screws (B) (3 per telescoping section). Determine the needed height and secure the two parts of the telescoping sections together with 3 self-tapping screws provided. Insert the adjustable frame (D) in the heat distribution box (C), press it against the non-combustible finishing material and secure with 4 screws into the heat distribution box.
  • Page 80 THE OPTIONAL FORCED AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT* (AC01363) It is possible to connect a forced air distribution kit (AC01363) on the left side (1) or on the back (2) of the FP12 Mundo. This kit allows distributing heat to another room up to 50 feet (15 m) of the fireplace. The insulated flexible pipe (not included in the kit) must be HVAC type pipe and must comply with ULC S110 and/or UL 181, Class 0 or Class 1 Standards and must withstand temperatures up to 250 °F.
  • Page 81 For the complete Forced Air Distribution Kit (AC01363) installation procedure, see the installation manual provided with the kit. You can also download this manual at www.valcourtinc.com FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 82: Appendix 2: Optional Finishing Trim Installation (Va10Fl02)

    APPENDIX 2: OPTIONAL FINISHING TRIM INSTALLATION (VA10FL02) FINISHING TRIM DIMENSIONS: Installation: Set the finishing trim around the fireplace frame. If desired, the back of the finishing trim may be glued. FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 83: Appendix 3: Optional Fire Screen Installation (Ac01364)

    APPENDIX 3: OPTIONAL FIRE SCREEN INSTALLATION (AC01364) 1. Bring the fire screen close to the door opening. 2. Insert the fire screen hinge pins in the holes on the door hinges. Close the fire screen and press firmly against the door opening.

  • Page 84: Appendix 4: Mandatory Fresh Air Intake Kit Installation

    APPENDIX 4: MANDATORY FRESH AIR INTAKE KIT INSTALLATION During operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion. The FP12 Mundo requires the installation of a fresh air intake kit. THE INSULATED FLEXIBLE PIPE LENGTH SHOULD BE SUFFICIENT AND HAVE A CONFIGURATION TO AVOID CONDENSATION.
  • Page 85 Secure the fresh air intake adapter (A) on the fireplace jacket using the 4 screws provided with the kit. Then, install the flexible pipe* (C) (not supplied) to the fresh air intake adapter (A) using one of the adjustable pipe clamps (B). Secure the other end of the pipe to the outside wall termination (D) using the second adjustable pipe clamp (B).
  • Page 86 To complete the installation, make a hole of1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm à 13 mm) bigger than the insulate pipe diameter in the outside wall of the house at the chosen location. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (open side down) and fasten the register to the wall, with screws as shown bellow. Place the insulated pipe over the register tube and over the fireplace outside air connector.

  • Page 87: Appendix 5: Secondary Air Tubes And Baffle Installation

    APPENDIX 5: SECONDARY AIR TUBES AND BAFFLE INSTALLATION REMOVABLE PARTS Air tubes (x4) Cotter pins (x4) C-cast baffle (x1) Baffle insulation (x1) Baffle insulation weight (x1) 1. Using a ratchet key and a Torx socket (T-30), unscrew the two Torx screws (B) holding up the andiron (A).
  • Page 88 2. Remove the floor refractory slab (C). 3. Using a power screwdriver and a 5/16" hexagonal socket, remove the slab holder (D) and the left refractory slab (E). FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 89 4. Starting with the rear tube, lean and insert the right end of the secondary air tube into the rear right channel hole. Then, lift and push the tube towards the right inside the hole in the right channel. 5. Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the tab of the left air channel hole.
  • Page 90 6. Insert a cotter pin in the last hole on the right side of the tube. Then bend the tabs on the pin to keep in place. 7. Repeat steps 4, 5 and 6 for the two tubes in the back then install the baffle.

  • Page 91: Appendix 6: Exploded Diagram And Parts List

    APPENDIX 6: EXPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 92 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your stove, please provide the model number and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrade or availability. Contact an authorized dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials.
  • Page 93 Item Description PL63767 SHORT SIDE STANDOFF PL63768 SIDE REAR SPACER PL53065 REAR SPACER 22155 LEFT REFRACTORY 22154 RIGHT REFRACTORY 22153 REAR REFRACTORY 22137 FLOOR REFRACTORY PL24166 CAST IRON ANDIRON FOR FIREPLACE 30506 SCREW PAN TORX TYPE F 1/4-20 X 1" BLACK PL53145 REFRACTORY RETAINER PL53132...
  • Page 94 Refractory slabs Replacement The intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory slabs. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in “First Fires”. They will not normally diminish the effectiveness of the refractory slabs. If large cracks develop, then the refractory slabs should be replaced. To replace the refractory slabs, follow these steps: 1- Using a ratchet key and a Torx (T-30) socket, unscrew the two Torx screws (B) holding up...
  • Page 95 3- Using a power screwdriver and a 5/16” hexagonal socket, remove the slab holders (D) and the refractory slabs (E) and (F). 4- Remove the rear refractory slab (G). To install new refractory slabs, follow the above steps in reverse. FP12 Mundo - Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 96: Valcourt Limited Lifetime Warranty

    VALCOURT LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from factory. Products covered under this warranty must have been manufactured after the revision date indicated below.

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