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WARNING: If the information in
these instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result
in causing property damage,
personal injury, or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
If you smell gas, please:
- 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.
A qualified installer, service agency,
or local gas supplier must perform
installation and service.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Installation and service of this appliance must be performed by qualified NFI certified technician, or a
certified and trained Flare Fireplaces dealer.
Massachusetts: The piping and final gas connection must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas
fitter in the state of Massachusetts. Also, see local code for carbon monoxide requirements.
Flare Fireplaces Large Installation Manual – SIT ProFlame II
Flare Traditional Fireplace 39, 42, and 46 | Version 1.6
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance
and must be installed for the protection of children
and other at-risk individuals.
Flare requires installation be
performed by an NFI certified
installer, or an authorized Flare
Dealer Tech who has been trained to
professionally install the fireplace.
Installations that do not follow this
instruction will not be covered by
warranty or service.
NOTICE
1
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE
BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS

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  • Page 1 Massachusetts: The piping and final gas connection must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the state of Massachusetts. Also, see local code for carbon monoxide requirements. Flare Fireplaces Large Installation Manual – SIT ProFlame II Flare Traditional Fireplace 39, 42, and 46 | Version 1.6...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION AND WARNINGS ........................7 FLARE FIREPLACES – FRAMELESS IN EVERY WAY......................10 CSA CERTIFICATION ..............................10 MANUAL MODEL LIST AND INFORMATION ........................11 FIREPLACE OPERATION ..............................12 REMOTE CONTROL – INSTRUCTIONS ........................12 TEMPERATURE INDICATION DISPLAY ........................13 TURNING THE SYSTEM ON ............................
  • Page 3 SUMMIT LOG INSTALLATION ............................ 34 INTERNAL CERAMIC GLASS INSTALLATION (INNER GLASS) ..................35 STEP ONE ................................35 STEP TWO ................................36 STEP THREE ................................36 STEP FOUR ................................37 STEP FIVE ................................37 STEP SIX ................................38 INTERNAL TEMPERED GLASS INSTALLATION (MIDDLE GLASS) ................. 39 STEP ONE ................................
  • Page 4 RGB LED REMOTE PAIRING ............................51 GEN 1 REMOTE PAIRING ............................51 GEN 1 REMOTE UNPAIRING ..........................51 GEN 2 REMOTE PAIRING ............................51 RGB LIGHT VERIFICATION – PRE-INSTALL ......................... 52 VENT TERMINATION ..............................53 FIREPLACE AND VENT PIPE SIZE ..........................54 MINIMUM TO COMBUSTIBLES FROM VENT PIPE ......................
  • Page 5 TV INSTALL – L TYPE E ............................... 75 TV INSTALL RECESS – 45 DEGREE ELBOW ON TOP OF THE UNIT ................76 TV INSTALL FLUSH WITH MANTEL ..........................77 CLEARANCES ................................. 78 METAL FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 78 WOOD FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 79 CLEARANCES SPECIFICATIONS ..........................
  • Page 6 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..............................105 MAINTENANCE ................................106 YEARLY SERVICE ..............................107 APPENDIX ..................................108 MAINTENANCE ............................... 108 WARRANTY POLICY ..............................109...

  • Page 7: Safety Information And Warnings

    SAFETY INFORMATION AND WARNINGS WARNING! If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. A qualified installer, service agency or the supplier must perform installation and services. The direct-vent system appliance must be installed as an OEM installation in manufactured homes (USA only), or an aftermarket permanently located, or a mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes and must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the Manufactured...
  • Page 8 WARNING! Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas, wood burning or oil-fired appliances, and the products of combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6. In the State of Massachusetts, only a licensed plumber and gas fitter may install this product.
  • Page 9 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard Continued 6) Follow the lighting instructions. Place the appliance being inspected into operation, and adjust the thermostat so appliance is operating continuously. 7) Test for spillage from draft hood equipped appliances at the draft hood relief opening after five minutes of main burner operation.

  • Page 10: Flare Fireplaces - Frameless In Every Way

    FLARE FIREPLACES – FRAMELESS IN EVERY WAY Flare Fireplaces are where innovation, quality and luxury come together to form innovative ideas. By combining superior raw materials, contemporary design, creative technology, and a frameless way of thinking, we have created a full line of direct-vent fireplaces that are luxurious, simple to operate, and efficient.

  • Page 11: Manual Model List And Information

    • Flare Traditional 46” Flare Fireplaces should only be connected to M&G DuraVent or ICC 4x6 or 5x8 direct-vent system. Refer to the specific appliance model and size to determine vent size (Gas specification table) and chimney pathway requirements. For detailed chimney installation information please use the M&G DuraVent direct vent installation manual: http://www.duravent.com...

  • Page 12: Fireplace Operation

    Flare Fireplaces does not recommend the use of home automation with our fireplaces. Only operate the fireplace when you can be in the same room as the high-powered gas appliance.

  • Page 13: Temperature Indication Display

    TEMPERATURE INDICATION DISPLAY When the system is turned off the LCD screen will display the current room temperature in Fahrenheit (°F) or in Celsius (°C.). To change from in Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C.), or vice versa, press the “Thermostat” key and the “Mode”...

  • Page 14: Turning The System On

    TURNING THE SYSTEM ON When in “On” mode the remote LCD will show the room temperature icon, and any other modes currently turned on by default. To turn “On” press the On/Off remote button. The remote LCD will then show other icons. At that time, the module will activate the appliance and a single beep from the receiver will confirm command from the remote.

  • Page 15: Flame Height Control

    FLAME HEIGHT CONTROL ProFlame II has 6 levels of modulation. When the system is On the flame level will be at the maximum level. Once adjusted the remote LCD will show a series of 6 steps going down, or up, depending on adjustments being made.

  • Page 16: Smart Thermostat Mode

    SMART THERMOSTAT MODE The smart thermostat mode will adjust the flame height depending on the set temperature that has been set by the user. When the room temperature gets close to the set temperature the smart thermostat function will modulate the flame down. To activate the smart thermostat function, press the “Thermostat”...

  • Page 17: Manual Thermostat Mode

    MANUAL THERMOSTAT MODE The Remote control can operate as a room thermostat. The thermostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the room temperature. The thermostat icon on the LCD screen will display the thermostat status is ON. The user can then set a suitable temperature for the space. To activate this option, press the “Thermostat”...

  • Page 18: Continuous Pilot And Intermittent Pilot Ignition (Ipi And Cpi)

    CONTINUOUS PILOT AND INTERMITTENT PILOT IGNITION (IPI AND CPI) By default, the Flare Fireplace is setup for IPI operation, but this can be changed to CPI on screen units only. When the system is Off pressing the “Mode” key to index to CPI mode icon. Pressing the “Up” arrow will select the CPI mode (but it is still not activated.

  • Page 19: Key Lock - Child Safety Mode

    KEY LOCK – CHILD SAFETY MODE To avoid unsupervised operation of the remote control this feature has been created. A lock icon will appear on the LCD screen. To activate this feature, press the “Mode” and “Up” at the same time. A lock icon will appear on the LCD screen.

  • Page 20: Low Battery Detection

    LOW BATTERY DETECTION The lifespan of your remotes three AAA batteries varies based on remote and fireplace operation. When the remote battery is low an empty battery icon will appear on the LCD Screen WARNING Do not use a screwdriver or other metallic object to remove the batteries from the battery box! This could cause a short circuit to the system.

  • Page 21: Pairing Your Remote To The Sit Receiver

    PAIRING YOUR REMOTE TO THE SIT RECEIVER Your remote will come paired with the fireplace receiver to allow for operation out of the box. In the event of a remote or receiver replacement, or power failure, use the following procedure to pair the remote with the receiver.

  • Page 22: Ignition Sequence

    IGNITION SEQUENCE Starting from Off, press the remote power button. Four seconds after it is pushed the SIT module will send a spark to the pilot hood, and spark for 60 seconds. If there is no flame ignition during the first ignition sequence, the SIT module will stop sparking for approximately 35 seconds and then begin sparking again.

  • Page 23: Wall Switch - Operation

    WALL SWITCH – OPERATION The SIT ProFlame II system ships with an easy-to-use wall switch which operates the On/Off functionality only. It can be used in the event the remote control isn’t nearby or has no battery charge. The wall switch comes connected to the X8 port on the SIT receiver.

  • Page 24: Media Placement Guide And Calculation Guide

    MEDIA PLACEMENT GUIDE AND CALCULATION GUIDE Every Flare fireplace can be set up with approved glass, stone, or wood media. Quantities are determined by the size of the fireplace and type of media chosen within that fireplace. Mixing of media types (i.e., glass and stones together) is acceptable if the quantities are adjusted to prevent overwhelming the burner and gas flow.

  • Page 25: Traditional Fireplace Media Options

    TRADITIONAL FIREPLACE MEDIA OPTIONS The following outlines the media options available for installation within the Flare Traditional Fireplaces. CERAMIC PEBBLES Matte Black Pebbles White Pebbles Earth Mixed Pebbles EMBERS Tan Embers Black Embers...
  • Page 26 GLASS MEDIA Raindrop Diamonds Black Moon Glass CERAMIC LOGS Ceramic Logs White Logs Ceramic Branches Small Birch Branches...
  • Page 27 SUMMIT SERIES BIRCH LOGS The logs within the Traditional fireplace can be slightly altered depending on how you want the interior to appear. The largest center log is not interchangeable, but the outer logs may be swapped from left to right depending on preference.

  • Page 28: Feature Installation

    FEATURE INSTALLATION BRICK BACK INSTALLATION The Flare Fireplace may be ordered with a ceramic brick back. The ceramic bricks are shipped outside the unit, inside a sleeve with the other glass panes. Follow the instructions below to mount them in the Flare Traditional fireplace.

  • Page 29: Step One

    STEP ONE Using a PH3 bit remove the screws around your burner tray to release it. STEP TWO Position all of the back and side brick panels into their lower channel and gently push against the fireplace back to stand them erect and against the inner fireplace walls.

  • Page 30: Step Three

    STEP THREE Gently pull the already installed top brackets to allow for the brick interior(s) to slide behind, resting in the lower channel provided after removing the burner tray. Do not tighten or remove screws. WARNING! DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE PANEL FASTNERS OR GLASS/BRICK WILL BREAK...

  • Page 31: Step Four

    STEP FOUR Reinstall your burner tray to finalize the interior panel installation.

  • Page 32: Reflective Black Back Installation

    REFLECTIVE BLACK BACK INSTALLATION The Flare Fireplace can be ordered with a ceramic reflective black back. The reflective black back is shipped outside the unit, inside a sleeve with the other glass panes. It should be mounted at the back of the fireplace, placed in the gap between the fire bed and held by the top mounting brackets.

  • Page 33: Step Two

    STEP TWO Using suction cup(s) safely position your reflective black back and sides into the lower channel between the fireplace walls and burner tray, then tilt back to erect against the back of the fireplace walls. Finally, pull the interior top brackets out to allow for your glass to tuck behind brackets. STEP THREE Reinstall your burner tray to finalize the interior panel installation.

  • Page 34: Summit Log Installation

    SUMMIT LOG INSTALLATION All Traditional fireplaces share the same burner-tray base. To install the logs, gently remove from packaging and insert base of the log over burner tube protruding from burner tray. Please remember the largest log is your center log and is always placed in the center of the tray, behind the main left and right log.

  • Page 35: Internal Ceramic Glass Installation (Inner Glass)

    INTERNAL CERAMIC GLASS INSTALLATION ( INNER GLASS) Follow the procedures below to install the internal ceramic glass used to keep the closed combustion nature of the fireplace intact. WARNING Turn off the fireplace and wait for the glass to cool before removing after installation. Ceramic glass is extremely fragile and should be managed with care.

  • Page 36: Step Two

    STEP TWO Locate and loosen the screws found on the lower frame of the fireplace using a powered drill. These will loosen the bottom glass holder which can be removed and set aside to prevent any damage. STEP THREE Locate and loosen the hand screws on the right and left, within the frame of the fireplace. These will loosen the trim which can be removed and set aside to prevent any damage.

  • Page 37: Step Four

    STEP FOUR Locate and loosen hand screws at the top of the fireplace, within the frame. These will loosen the top butterfly trim which stays in place but acts as a hinge pressing your glass against the fireplace frame. STEP FIVE Slowly and carefully place the top edge of the ceramic glass up and behind the upper rail then slowly slide the lower edge of the glass toward the fireplace then release it to set on lower flange as shown in the pictures below.

  • Page 38: Step Six

    STEP SIX Reinstall the bottom, left, and right trims to secure the glass in position. Then using a power drill tighten the screw found on the bottom glass holder as shown in the image below. Then reinsert your magnetic fillers to finish between the second layer of glass and exterior safety barrier. NOTICE If installing a safety screen instead of cool glass, please remember to rotate your screen clamps around and up into position before installing your bottom filler piece.

  • Page 39: Internal Tempered Glass Installation (Middle Glass)

    INTERNAL TEMPERED GLASS INSTALLATION (MIDDLE GLASS) Follow the procedures below to install the internal ceramic glass used to keep the closed combustion nature of the fireplace intact. WARNING Turn off the fireplace and wait for the glass to cool before removing after installation. Ceramic glass is extremely fragile and should be managed with care.

  • Page 40: External Tempered Glass Installation (Outer Glass)

    EXTERNAL TEMPERED GLASS INSTALLATION ( OUTER GLASS) STEP ONE Attach glass suction cups to the glass, using more than one if necessary. Place the left edge of glass in position and push in from right side towards left inner edge of the fireplace frame. Then tilt the right side into its channel gently placing the glass into position within its frame.

  • Page 41: Invisible Mesh Safety Screen

    INVISIBLE MESH SAFETY SCREEN Follow the instructions below for quick and easy safety screen installation for each of the Flare Traditional 39, 42, and 46 fireplaces, without the need for any tools. The safety screen may ship separately from the appliance. WARNING This barrier is designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing window glass and is provided with this appliance.

  • Page 42: Step Two

    STEP TWO Rotate bottom, left, and right mesh screen clamps using your hand STEP THREE Press the upper left edge of screen against the front of the screen clamps, and once the left side is inserted gently slide towards the left to allow clearance for the right side of the screen to be inserted into its guide channel, securing in place for operation.

  • Page 43: Fireplace Installation Steps

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION STEPS For a more detailed digital list with links for reference please use our Jobsite Checklist. The following offers an overview but doesn’t supersede all other tools or the installation manual as a whole when it comes to a successful installation. WARNING Prior to starting the installation, make sure you read and understand all the WARNING information in the manual.

  • Page 44: Accessing Fireplace Components

    ACCESSING FIREPLACE COMPONENTS The traditional fireplace features a built-in gas valve and receiver module located behind the safety barrier and under the horizontal filler piece, eliminating the need for an access panel and simplifying servicing. For maintenance, simply remove the outer safety barrier and the lower horizontal filler piece to access these components.

  • Page 45: Fireplace Uncrating

    Check your packing slip to confirm you have received the proper fireplace and components. STEP TWO Identify any obvious or hidden damage. If damage exists, mark it clearly on the Bill of Lading and contact Flare Fireplaces immediately at 1 (866) 639-1590...

  • Page 46: Step Three

    STEP THREE Remove the top, front, and back wood panels from your crate exposing the glass crate and wrapped fireplace. STEP FOUR Remove all the accessories and place them in a safe location to prevent damage before the first fire up. Things like media, spare parts, the glass crate can all be left in a separate safe space until you need them.

  • Page 47: Getting Fireplace Into Position

    GETTING FIREPLACE INTO POSITION Once the fireplace crate has been dismantled and all unnecessary items have been stored safely it’s time to position the fireplace near its cavity and secure the unit in place. STEP ONE Keeping the unit on its pallet wheel it over to the cavity at the site location. STEP TWO Verify the proper clearances and materials are being used in the cavity before sliding into position.

  • Page 48: Rgb Led Lights

    RGB LED LIGHTS The Traditional fireplace is shipped with multi-color interior RGB LED lighting. The lights allow the flames to be viewed across a bed of illuminated crushed glass, or any other approved direct vent media option. RGB LED REMOTE The multicolored option is controlled by a remote for the color selection.
  • Page 49 NUMBER MODE BRIGHTNESS STATE SPEED STATE STATIC WHITE ADJUSTABLE UNADJUSTABLE WHITE COLOR GRADUAL CHANGES ADJUSTABLE ADJUSTABLE ALL COLORS GRADUAL CHANGES ADJUSTABLE ADJUSTABLE RED/GREEN/BLUE 3 COLORS GRADUAL CHANGE ADJUSTABLE ADJUSTABLE 7 COLORS JUMP TO CHANGE ADJUSTABLE ADJUSTABLE 3 COLORS JUMP TO CHANGE ADJUSTABLE ADJUSTABLE RED/GREEN JUMPS TO CHANGE...

  • Page 50: Pairing Your Rgb Led Remote - Gen 1 And Gen 2

    PAIRING YOUR RGB LED REMOTE - GEN 1 AND GEN 2 Use the following instructions to pair your RGB LED remote to your RGB LED Controller in the event the communication between these two items is not functioning GEN 1 – No arrow on remote back GEN 2 –...

  • Page 51: Rgb Led Remote Pairing

    RGB LED REMOTE PAIRING GEN 1 REMOTE PAIRING Confirm your components are correctly connected. Remove power to the LED system, then after a short 5 second wait, reconnect power and press the #5 button the moment you see your LED lights in the firebox illuminate.

  • Page 52: Rgb Light Verification - Pre-Install

    RGB LIGHT VERIFICATION – PRE-INSTALL It is best if LED lights are connected and evaluated during the initial stages of installation to allow easy access to the components (before the wall finishing material is done). Evaluating the LED light requires a 110V power source. Testing/Installation steps: 1.

  • Page 53: Vent Termination

    VENT TERMINATION When passing through combustible walls and ceilings, framing will depend on the type of vent installation - horizontal or vertical. Ensure that insulation is kept clear of the vent pipe using either a wall thimble or an attic insulation shield. Follow the installation instructions supplied with the individual venting components.

  • Page 54: Fireplace And Vent Pipe Size

    FIREPLACE AND VENT PIPE SIZE FIREPLACE VENT PIPE SIZE Flare Traditional 39” Flare Traditional 42” Flare Traditional 46” MINIMUM TO COMBUSTIBLES FROM VENT PIPE • HORIZONTAL VENT CLEARANCES: A minimum clearance of 3 inches (76mm) to the top and 1 inch (51mm) to the sides and bottom of the vent pipe on all horizontal runs to combustibles is required.

  • Page 55: Vertical Termination - Single

    VERTICAL TERMINATION - SINGLE See the table on the previous page for minimum cutout dimensions or frame openings around wall venting. Make sure clearances to combustible material are maintained based on vent part used. Note: Size of vents depends upon specific fireplace and cutout sizes vary according to the DuraVent or ICC part number used.

  • Page 56: Vertical Termination - Double

    VERTICAL TERMINATION – DOUBLE 6" - 20" 18" Minimum 20" and over 0" Minimum HORIZONTAL TERMINATION – DOUBLE A minimum distance of 18 inches should be kept between multiple horizontal terminations. Make sure clearances to combustible material are maintained based on vent part used.

  • Page 57: Vent Termination Clearances

    VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES ^12" Min. Clearances above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony. **12" Min. Clearance to window or door that may be opened. 12" Min. Clearance to permanently closed window. 80" & 100" Unit - 24" Min. Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit, located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2' from edge of the terminal.

  • Page 58: Setting Up Fireplace Vent Restrictor

    SETTING UP FIREPLACE VENT RESTRICTOR The Flare Fireplace direct vent system is equipped with a vent restrictor. Use Chimney Path Installation and Planning on the next page to determine the right vent restrictor setup for your installation. A certified installer or fireplace technician should only manage vent Restrictor changes and setup. - Unit leaves the factory with the vent restrictor open.

  • Page 59: Chimney Path - Installation And Planning

    • A maximum of four 90º vent elbows are allowed in the vent run. Any configuration with more than 4 elbows requires vent review and approval from Flare Fireplaces. • Two 45º elbows may be used in place of one 90º elbow.

  • Page 60: Flare Traditional - 39, 42, 46

    FLARE TRADITIONAL – 39, 42, 46 Length Calculation Guide Y - Effective Axis Parameters A - 1st Flue Length - 3ft. Minimum Rise B - Vertical Flue Length C - Roof Terminal = 1.5' H - 45-Degree Elbow = 1' X - Effective Axis Parameters D - Horizontal Flue Length E - 90-Degree Elbow = 3'...

  • Page 61: Power Venting

    For unsupported vent routes (based on the gravity vent tables above) a power venting solution is required. The power venting solutions allow Flare Fireplaces to operate in vent conditions that would not be possible without the motor unit. See the...

  • Page 62: Power Vent Specifications

    POWER VENT SPECIFICATIONS When using the power vent system, direction of flow through the vents can be up, down, horizontal or diagonal since the system is sealed and vacuumed. The vent restrictor level should be set based on length in feet, number of elbows and the vent termination. NOTE: A minimum length of 12ft venting is required between the Fireplace and the power vent, Flare Traditional fireplaces.

  • Page 63: Power Vent Internal Electrical Drawing

    POWER VENT INTERNAL ELECTRICAL DRAWING...

  • Page 64: Gas Installation

    GAS INSTALLATION WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! All gas handling and installation should be performed by qualified service technician or installer. Gas build-up during line purge could ignite. Ensure adequate ventilation. Make sure there are no ignition sources/sparks or open flames. Do not change the gas valve setting! The fireplace gas valve has been preset at the factory.

  • Page 65: Gas Valve Overview

    GAS VALVE OVERVIEW Have the gas supply line installed in accordance with local codes, if any. If not available, follow ANSI 223.1. Installation should be done by a qualified installer approved and/or licensed as required by the locality (in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter).

  • Page 66: De-Rating

    DE-RATING Flare Fireplaces appliances use the SIT ProFlame II valve and are evaluated/approved for installations at elevations of 0–4500 feet (0–1372 meters) above sea level using the standard burner orifice sizes. At the time of installation, it must be determined by the installer if the appliance needs to be de-rated for elevations above 4500 feet.

  • Page 67: Adding Reducer To Derate Fireplace At Elevation

    ADDING REDUCER TO DERATE FIREPLACE AT ELEVATION Add the de-rating reducer when your fireplace is being installed at elevations over 4500 ft above sea level. Please contact your local gas supplier for de-ration requirements in your area. 1. Shut off gas, remove power, and locate your gas valve.

  • Page 68: Orifice Size

    Shut Off. Confirm requirements of location and shut off type with your local codes. NOTE: The Electronic Ignition of Flare Fireplaces DOES NOT satisfy the requirement for a Manual Gas Shut Off. See below for example of Manual Gas Shut Off...

  • Page 69: Liquid Propane Usage In A Flare Fireplace

    Use the following link for the Flare Fireplace NG to LPG conversion on SIT ignition NOTICE Flare Fireplaces does offer the ability to run your fireplace with a liquid propane tank though there are certain limitations this fuel type presents when compared to the usage of natural gas. Liquid propane...

  • Page 70: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS State of Massachusetts Carbon Monoxide Detector/Vent Terminal Signage Requirements for all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade around the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied: 1.
  • Page 71 1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment Not Required to Be Vented” in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board; and 2. Product Approved side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.

  • Page 72: Power Requirements

    POWER REQUIREMENTS Screen Unit: 110V, 15A Outlet (Dedicated circuit is optional but recommended) or directly wired. When using an outlet, make sure the outlet is accessible in the event of servicing. **110V, 15A additional power source needed if Optional RGB-LEDs are included in unit. Triple Glass: 110V, 15A Outlet (Dedicated circuit is optional but recommended) or directly wired.

  • Page 73: Television Mounting Above Fireplace

    TELEVISION MOUNTING ABOVE FIREPLACE The Flare Fireplace frameless design directs the heat from the fireplace into the fireplace chase to be released from the top vent opening. The design allows for a relatively low temperature on the external wall above the fireplace. Follow the charts and instructions below for suggested installation of a television above the fireplace.

  • Page 74: Tv Install - Flat Example

    TV INSTALL – FLAT EXAMPLE **The example shown above is not an exact rendering of every fireplace style and vent placement offered by flare but meant to convey relevant measurements for use on all unit installations. For exact drawings of the fireplaces and their vent placement please download dimension or framing guides from Direct Vent Download Center WARNING –...

  • Page 75: Tv Install - L Type E

    TV INSTALL – L TYPE E Directly over the fireplace the television recess should be no deeper than 6” inches. A minimum of 12” above the top of the fireplace glass opening to the underside of the recess. Extending the overhang to the max of 8” and recessing into the cavity to the max of 6” can create an overhang up to 14”...

  • Page 76: Tv Install Recess - 45 Degree Elbow On Top Of The Unit

    TV INSTALL RECESS – 45 DEGREE ELBOW ON TOP OF THE UNIT When planning a TV recess, clearance to the vent pipe in the chase is critical and needs to be a minimum of 1” to the non-combustible recessed wall. This is to prevent heat from radiating from the vent to the recessed wall and being transferred to the TV.

  • Page 77: Tv Install Flush With Mantel

    TV INSTALL FLUSH WITH MANTEL Minimum Requirements for Installing a Television flush with a mantel above: ● The TV must be at least 11 Inches total above the glass of the fireplace. ● Mantel 1 inch thick and 6 inches deep should be installed a minimum of 8 inches above the glass. ●...

  • Page 78: Clearances

    CLEARANCES METAL FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS FOR MORE DETAILED FRAMING INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO YOUR UNIT SPECIFIC FRAMING GUIDE...

  • Page 79: Wood Framing Specifications

    WOOD FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS FOR MORE DETAILED FRAMING INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO YOUR UNIT SPECIFIC FRAMING GUIDE...
  • Page 80 Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe could cause overheating and fire. WARNING! - Flare fireplaces are not designed to be load baring or support weight of any architectural framing. All framings should be self-supported, supported by back wall, side wall, or ceiling.
  • Page 81 B. 12” minimum from glass opening to underside of non-combustible board within shelf enclosure. WARNING! *Room Definer fireplaces, depending on the surround configuration, may require an additional heat release to alleviate heat build-up caused by the vent pipe. Please contact Flare Fireplaces at 1 (866) 639-1590 to verify your application is safe.
  • Page 82 7. Ceiling Clearance - The minimum ceiling height for a Flare Fireplace is 40” above the top of the fireplace. The heat released above the fireplace is critical for keeping the chase and surrounding walls at a relatively low temperature. 8.
  • Page 83 12. Minimum clearance directly above the fireplace inside the chase – Combustible • First 18” directly above the fireplace MUST be framed using non-combustible material. Metal Studs. Zone A • All combustibles above the 18” must be covered. Zone B. There should be no combustible materials left uncovered above the fireplace inside the chase.
  • Page 84 14. Hearth Clearances – A. Clearance to an uncovered combustible hearth below the glass is 2 inches as seen in EXAMPLE 1 B. When bringing your hearth to glass height it must be non-combustible for the first 7” extending from the glass before any combustible material can be used to finish the hearth. As seen in EXAMPLE 2 15.
  • Page 85 16. Finishing Around Front of Fireplace – Top, Bottom, and Sides Non-combustible finishing material (i.e., cement board, brick, stone, tile & minimum ½” inch Type X fire rated drywall) MUST be used to finish around the front of the appliance. Covered combustible material can also be used to finish around the front of the fireplace, but only if the proper distance from the fireplace is maintained.
  • Page 86 EXAMPLE 2...
  • Page 87 EXAMPLE 3 Note: Do not connect materials to or drill into the metal fireplace frame. This can result in excessive heat transfer and/or damage to the fireplace and surrounding materials.

  • Page 88: Clearances Specifications

    CLEARANCES SPECIFICATIONS Non-Combustible Materials Specification Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass or plasters, or any combination thereof. Materials that are reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 ºC shall be considered non-combustible materials.

  • Page 89: Mantel Clearances

    MANTEL CLEARANCES Combustible mantel clearance can vary per mantel size and location. Use chart and provided table for information on mantel installation. Do not anchor any mantel or shelf to the fireplace. Only use metal studs above the fireplace as anchor points. Non-combustible mantels do not have a minimum clearance to the fireplace opening and can be brought as close to the glass as allowed by the frame of the fireplace.

  • Page 90: Clearances To Sprinkler

    CLEARANCES TO SPRINKLER In a situation where a sprinkler head is installed within proximity to a Heat Release, the diagram below MUST be followed. The distance between the sprinkler head & Heat Release opening cannot be less than 60” in length at every point from the origin of the Heat Release. You must also verify the sprinkler head sensor is set to the proper heat setting so it does not activate when the room heats up from the fireplace being operated normally.

  • Page 91: Heat Releases

    HEAT RELEASES Both safety screen and cool glass units require heat releases for warm air to flow back into the room. This controls the temperature of the surrounding walls, keeping them relatively cool. Top Hot Release - The release/ outlet for hot airflow from the wall enclosure MUST remain OPEN. The outlet must be at the top part of the enclosure but not necessarily at the front, so long as the measurements below are maintained.

  • Page 92: Examples Of Heat Release

    EXAMPLES OF HEAT RELEASE SHADOW LINE *SIDE VENTS *Must be installed on both short sides of the cavity and balanced in size.

  • Page 93: Drop Wall

    DROP WALL TOP SLOT...

  • Page 94: Linear Slot Diffuser

    LINEAR SLOT DIFFUSER...

  • Page 95: Air Intake

    AIR INTAKE Required for installation on cool glass systems. This allows air circulation which cools the external glass and increases the efficiency of the fireplace. For fireplaces sized 42” and 46” - vent area must be at least 70 square inches OPEN AIR FLOW. For fireplaces sized 39”...

  • Page 96: Examples Of Air Intakes

    EXAMPLES OF AIR INTAKES TOE-KICK REVEAL *SIDE VENTS *Must be installed on both short sides of the cavity and balanced in size.

  • Page 97: Floating Hearth

    FLOATING HEARTH LINEAR SLOT...

  • Page 98: Traditional Fireplace Clearance Details

    TRADITIONAL FIREPLACE CLEARANCE DETAILS FLATE – SIDE AND ISOMETRIC VIEW Warning! – Maintain open Air flow between the fireplace and drywall. Make sure cables or any other materials are not blocking hot air flow.
  • Page 99 Top Vent system - Hot Airflow outlet from the wall enclosure MUST remain open. For Flare See Through fireplace, open vent must exist in both sides of the glass. The outlet must be at the top part of the enclosure but not necessarily at the front if the measurements below are maintained. Fireplaces sized 42”...

  • Page 100: L-Shape Side And Isometric View

    L-SHAPE SIDE AND ISOMETRIC VIEW Warning! – Maintain open Air flow between the fireplace and drywall. Make sure cables or any other materials are not blocking hot air flow.
  • Page 101 Top Vent system - Hot Airflow outlet from the wall enclosure MUST remain open. For Flare See Through fireplace, open vent must exist in both sides of the glass. The outlet must be at the top part of the enclosure but not necessarily at the front if the measurements below are maintained. Fireplaces sized 42”...

  • Page 102: Home Automation

    The existing Flare Fireplace wall switch cable can be located by removing the included Flare Fireplaces wall switch, exposing the wire provided, and replacing it with a dry contact On/Off relay controlled by the home automation system. The existing Flare Fireplace wall switch cable can be extended up to 100 FT for integration into a new or existing Home Automation System.

  • Page 103: Electric And Control

    ELECTRIC AND CONTROL ELECTRIC DIAGRAM Wall switch/Home Automation connects directly to X8 port. X4 port is always closed circuit. SIT 110v will be powered by home wall socket. X1: Green= Ground White= Common Black= Line...

  • Page 104: Electric Diagram - Internal Pv System

    ELECTRIC DIAGRAM – INTERNAL PV SYSTEM 4 wire cable 110V from Fireplaces...

  • Page 105: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS See below for flare replacement part list. Click for Traditional Fireplace Parts View and List • Please contact your fireplace dealer to purchase any replacement part. • Please be sure to provide the description and part number. • Please make sure to use a certified installer for any service related to your fireplace. PART NAME DESCRIPTION SIT-Full Gas System...

  • Page 106: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING! • It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform a routine inspection at the beginning of each heating season. • Disconnect power before attempting maintenance or repair of the fireplace. • Installation and maintenance must be performed by an authorized qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.

  • Page 107: Yearly Service

    YEARLY SERVICE Commercial fireplaces may need to be serviced more frequently depending on usage. Failure to inspect and maintain the fireplace may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. We recommend the following procedures be done by a qualified technician. Glass Maintenance •...

  • Page 108: Appendix

    APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Flare Fireplaces – Maintenance log The service technician should use the following document. A copy should be kept with the technician and owner for future reference. Service Date: ___________________ Unit Information Model Type and Size: ____________________________________________________ Serial #: _______________________________________________________________...

  • Page 109: Warranty Policy

    WARRANTY POLICY Flare Fireplaces subjects every fireplace and component to rigorous testing to verify it is free from any defects before it leaves our warehouse. Flare Fireplaces photographs and documents the fireplace and all components’ moments before shipping them to our nationwide network of authorized dealers for installation, verifying full operation of the fireplace and all components.
  • Page 110 Flare Fireplaces is not responsible for installation, operational or environmental conditions beyond our control. • Flare Fireplaces shall in no event be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages of any nature which are more than the original purchase price of the product. •...
  • Page 111 WARRANTY VOIDED WHEN • An unauthorized media type is used in the firebox. • The appliance has been over-fired or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine, or other damaging chemicals. Over-firing can be identified by, but not limited to, warped plates or pipes, rust colored iron or bubbling, cracking and discoloration of steel or enamel finishes.

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