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OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
INDOOR WOOD BURNING
(V)GMCAT42/50(H,S)(I,R)A
SERIES
INDOOR/OUTDOOR WOOD
BURNING
(V)JMCAT42/50(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.
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.
SAVE THIS BOOK
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- Page 1 OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL INDOOR WOOD BURNING (V)GMCAT42/50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES INDOOR/OUTDOOR WOOD BURNING (V)JMCAT42/50(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 42" MODELS " " " " 23" " (Ref.) 29" " " " 42" HEARTH " 5/8" OUTSIDE 11" ACCESS 58" 67" 61" GAS LINE 49" ACCESS 30" " " 7" " " 42" " 1" 13" " 17" Figure 1 - 42"... - Page 4 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 2 - 50"...
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Page 5: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION FRAMING 1. Frame opening for fireplace using dimen- SELECTING LOCATION sions shown in Figures 2 and 3. To determine the safest and most efficient 2. If fireplace is to be installed directly on location for the fireplace, you must take into carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any consideration the following guidelines: combustible material other than wood... - Page 6 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 6). 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 7: 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 8 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 9).
- Page 9 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 11 - Typical Offset Terminations Screws or Staples FIRESTOP SPACERS (FS-10) Firestop...
- Page 10 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 11 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 12: 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 13 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 14 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 22). This grate has been de- Bricks signed to keep the operation of your fireplace safe and efficient.
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Page 15: 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 16: 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 17: Glass Door Installation
AIR DEFLECTOR AND GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GLASS DOORS Spring clips have been installed but some Top Door adjustments may be needed. Install the doors Frame using the following steps: Smoke 1. With bifold doors completely folded, insert Shelf bottom pivot pin into pivot hole located near bottom corner of front face opening and swing door to vertical position making... -
Page 18: 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 33). Doors Fully Closed A fireplace equipped with glass doors operates Fireplace Front much differently than a fireplace with an open... -
Page 19: Purefire Emissions Control System
Refer to your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Home- owner's Guide included with your fireplace for proper fire building technique and ash removal procedures. These fueling guidelines must be followed in order to achieve maximum emis- sions performance from the PureFire System. - Page 20 Fireplaces with lower emissions produce less smoke when installed and operated properly. component is not the responsibility of the manufacturer. MANUFACTURER: FMI Products, LLC Neither FMI PRODUCTS, LLC nor the dealer MODEL NO: GMCAT50 & VGMCAT50 who sells the PureFire Emissions Control PARTICLE EMISSIONS: 4.4 GRAMS/KG OF WOOD BURNED...
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Page 21: 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 22: Parts
PARTS MODELS (V)GMCAT42/50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES AND (V)JMCAT42/50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES 16/17 www.fmiproducts.com 125701-01C... - Page 23 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 21 of this manual. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. Face Assembly • • • • Firebox Bottom Assembly • •...
- Page 24 PARTS MODELS (V)GMCAT42/50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES AND (V)JMCAT42/50(H,S)(I,R)A SERIES Picture may vary from actual www.fmiproducts.com 125701-01C...
- Page 25 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 21 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125118-01 Left Leading Brick 50" Red • • •...
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Page 26: Accessories
ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR BI-FOLD GLASS DOORS FLOOR INSTALLATION - AK4F BDMO42E - 42" Ebony BDMO42G - 42" Pewter BDMO42C - 42" Oiled Bronze BDMO50E - 50" Ebony BDMO50G - 50" Pewter BDMO50C - 50" Oiled Bronze 30° OFFSET AND RETURN DOUBLE WALL PIPE 30E-12DM and 30E-12HT 12-12DM, 18-12DM, 24-12DM, 36-12DM,... - Page 27 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 125701-01C...
- Page 28 2701 S. Harbor Blvd. Santa Ana, CA 92704 125701-01 1-866-328-4537 Rev. C www.fmiproducts.com 09/13...
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