Precautions; Introduction; Clearances/Height Requirements; Chimney System - Superior BC-36-2 Installation Instructions Manual

PRECAUTIONS

Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult
to install. However, in the interest of safety, it
is recommended that the installer be a quali-
fied or certified "tradesman" familiar with com-
monly accepted fireplace installation and safety
techniques as well as prevailing local codes.
The most important areas of concern dealing
with the installation of factory-built fireplaces
are clearances to combustible materials, proper
assembly of component parts, height of the
chimney system, the proper use of accesso-
ries supplied by the manufacturer and the
techniques employed in using finishing mate-
rials applied to the wall surrounding the fire-
place, hearth extensions and wall shields. Each
of these topics will be covered in thorough
detail throughout this manual. Please give
each your special attention as you progress
with your installation.

INTRODUCTION

General Information
These fireplaces are conventional radiant heat
fireplaces with standard bar grates, optional
outside combustion air kits and optional deco-
rative glass doors.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
Radiant Model Shown
Figure 1
The "C" models are designed as heat circulating
fireplaces and may be fitted with accessory
fans.
The BRI and BCI models are fully insulated for
installation in colder climates.
WARNING: MODELS THAT HAVE THE
"-2" SUFFIX HAVE NOT BEEN TESTED
WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET. TO
REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO
NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG
SET INTO THIS FIREPLACE.
Note: Illustrations shown reflect "typical"
installations with nominal dimensions and
are for design and framing reference only.
Actual installations may vary due to indi-
vidual design preferences. However, always
maintain minimum clearances to combus-
tible materials and do not violate any specific
installation requirements.
These fireplaces have been tested and listed by
Omni Test Laboratories (Report No. 116-F-43-
2) to U.L. standard 127. These units are in-
tended for installation in residential homes and
other buildings of conventional construction
including commercial, not in mobile homes.
These fireplaces have been tested for installa-
tion in Canada to ULC-S610. For installations
in Canada, the chimney clearance to com-
bustibles must be 2 inches and the Cold
Climat Kit must be installed.
These fireplace systems are designed for in-
stallation in accordance with the National Fire
Chimney and
Termination
Protection Standard for chimneys, fireplaces
and solid fuel burning appliances; NFPA 211
and in accordance with codes such as the
BOCA Basic/National Codes, the Standard Me-
chanical Code and the Uniform Building Codes.
WARNING: FAILURE TO USE MANUFAC-
TURE PROVIDED PARTS, VARIATIONS
Outside
Combustion
IN TECHNIQUES AND CONSTRUCTION
Air Kit
(Optional) MATERIALS OR PRACTICES OTHER THAN
THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL
MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD AND VOID
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
When complete these fireplace systems con-
sists of four basic "sub-systems":
1. The Fireplace
2. The Chimney and Termination
3. The Optional Glass Doors
4. The Optional Combustion Air Kits
CLEARANCES AND HEIGHT
REQUIREMENTS
The fireplace may be placed on or near normal
construction materials*. The combustion air kit,
firestop spacer and roof flashing (not chase
flashings) may be placed directly on or against
normal construction materials.* The chimney
and fireplace outer wrapper require a minimum
1"** air space to combustibles. A combustible
mantle may be installed 12" above the opening of
the fireplace as per NFPA 211, Section 7-2.3.3
(1992). In Canada, the minimum is 18" above the
fireplace opening.
The minimum installed height of the completed
fireplace system is 15' 0". The maximum height
is 60' 0".
The fireplace and chimney system must be
enclosed when installed in or passing through
a living area where combustibles or people may
come in contact with it. This is important to
prevent possible personal injury or fire hazard.
For questions, please call your distributor or the
manufacturer. Special restrictions apply to the
front and facing of the fireplace and nearby
walls (See pages 16, 17 and 18 ).

CHIMNEY SYSTEM

These fireplaces are designed and code listed
for use with Security Chimneys FTF8 chimney
System only. Always use Security Chimneys
FTF8 chimney components with these fire-
places. Do not modify or alter these compo-
nents as this may cause a potential serious
hazard and void the Warranty.
*Construction Materials:
• framing materials • paneling
• particle board • flooring
• dry wall • etc.
• plywood
**Note: 2" clearance to combustibles around
chimney components required in Canada.
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