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Hearth and Home Technologies BC36C Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
BC36C, BC36R

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Note:
An arrow ( ) found in the text signifies change in content.
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
08/04
34962 Rev G
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  • Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace

    INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BC36C, BC36R WOODBURNING FIREPLACE Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signifies change in content. WARNING! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents Safety Precautions ................................2 Design and Installation Considerations ........................... 3 A. Listings and Code Approvals ............................4 B. Description of the Fireplace System ..........................4 C. System Components ............................... 5 D. Pre-Installation Preparation ............................10 E.

  • Page 3: Design And Installation Considerations

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DESIGN AND INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS When selecting a location for your woodburning fireplace, it is important to evaluate a number of considerations. Modern construction techniques can create conditions that may not allow your chimney to draft properly. This may result in smoke spillage from your fireplace, as well as cause other combustion appliances to operate incorrectly.

  • Page 4: Listings And Code Approvals

    Hearth Extension Optional Components Include: Glass Doors Chimney Air Kit Outside Combustion Air System Fan Kit (BC36C only) Note: Illustrations used throughout these instructions reflect “typical installations” and are for design purposes only. Actual installation may vary slightly due to indi- vidual design preferences.

  • Page 5: System Components

    Glass Doors - Bi-fold, Clear-View - Polished Brass DM1036S Glass Doors - Bi-fold, Clear-View - Stainless Steel FK22 Fan Kit with Electrical Junction Box (BC36C only) BC10 Fan Motor Rheostat Control (BC36C only) Electrical Junction Box (BC36C only) Hearth Extension...
  • Page 6 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Fireplace Dimensions (BC36C shown, same as BC36R) AK22 - Outside Air Kit 34962 Rev G 08/04...
  • Page 7 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chimney Components The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catalog # Description: CAK4A Chimney Air Kit Insulated Duct/Outside Air Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air SL306 Chimney Section - 6 in. long SL312 Chimney Section - 12 in.
  • Page 8 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Chimney Sections Catalog # SL306 6 in. 4-3/4 in. SL312 12 in. 10-3/4 in. SL3 - Chimney Stabilizer Offset/Return SL318 18 in. 16-3/4 in. SL324 24 in. 22-3/4 in. SL336 36 in. 34-3/4 in. SL348 48 in.
  • Page 9 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ST375 Square Termination Cap TS345/TS345P Square Termina- tion Cap TR344 Round Termina- tion Cap TR342 TCT375 Terra Cotta Round Telescoping Termination Cap Termination Cap CT35 Chase Top LDS33 (3 ft x 3 ft) LDS46 (4 ft x 6 ft)

  • Page 10: Pre-Installation Preparation

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS D. PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 1. Fireplace Locations and Space Requirements Several options are available to you when choosing a location for your fireplace. This fireplace may be used as a room divider, installed along a wall, across a corner or used in an exterior chase. See Figure 2.
  • Page 11 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Frame the Fireplace The BC36C and BC36R fireplaces will fit a framed opening of 39-5/8 in. wide x 33-5/8 in. tall. The finished cavity depth must be no less than 19-3/4 in. Figure 5 shows a typical framing (using 2 x 4 lumber) of the fireplace, assuming combustible materials are used.

  • Page 12: Chimney Requirements

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3. Sidewalls/Surrounds Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in. from the fireplace opening. See Figure 6. If you are using a decorative surround constructed of combustible material, it must be located within the shaded area defined in Figure 6.
  • Page 13 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Using Offsets and Returns To bypass any overhead obstructions, the chimney may be offset using a 15-deg (SL315) or 30-deg offset/return (SL330). Perform the following steps to determine the correct chimney component combination for your particular installation.
  • Page 14 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chimney Height Requirements (above roof line) Major building codes specify a minimum chimney height above the roof top. These specifications are summarized in what is known as the Ten Foot Rule. This rule states: “If the horizontal distance from the side of the...

  • Page 15: Installation Of Fireplace

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS F. INSTALLATION OF FIREPLACE WARNING! Before starting, do the following: 1. Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection. 2. Keep hand tools in good condition. Sharpen cutting edges and make sure tool handles are secure. 3. Always maintain the minimum air space required to the enclosure to prevent fire.
  • Page 16 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Assemble the Chimney Sections Attach either a straight chimney section or an offset to the top of the fireplace (depending on your installation requirement). Chimney sections are locked together by pushing downward until the top section meets the stop bead on the lower section.
  • Page 17 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6. Attic Insulation Shield 8. Secure the Chimney System An insulation shield should be installed when there When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe is a possibility of insulation coming into contact with sections, they must be locked into position with the the factory built chimney system.
  • Page 18 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9. Mark the Exit Point of the Roof Locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof by plumbing down to the center of the chimney. Drive a nail up through the roof to mark the center. See Figure 14.
  • Page 19 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 14. Complete the Enclosure Complete the fireplace enclosure, allowing space for outside air ducts and gas piping if desired. Electrical wiring should not come in contact with the fireplace. A minimum clearance of 1 in. must be maintained between the fireplace sides and the enclosure as well as the fireplace back and the enclosure.
  • Page 20 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16. Hearth Extension A hearth extension must be installed with all fireplaces to protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from both radiant heat and sparks. The construction of, and materials used for a hearth extension are shown in Figures 17 and 18. A hearth extension of this construction may be covered with any noncombustible decorative material and may have a maximum thickness as per the illustration.
  • Page 21 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 17. Position the Hearth Extension 18. Finishing Material Position and secure the hearth extension over the Do not install combustible materials over the black protective metal strips that have been placed partially face of the fireplace! This poses a safety hazard and under the fireplace front.

  • Page 22: Constructing A Chase

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS G. CONSTRUCTING A CHASE 1. Materials A chase is a vertical boxlike enclosure built around the chimney and fireplace. A chase may be constructed for the The chase is constructed using framing materials fireplace and chimney or for the chimney only. It is most much the same as the walls in your home.
  • Page 23 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chase Top Construct a chase of desired materials maintaining a minimum 2 in. air space around the chimney. 3. Termination Cap Install the chimney sections up through the chase enclosure. When using a TR344 round termination cap, the uppermost top section of pipe must extend 6 in.
  • Page 24 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For installations utilizing an ST375 square termination cap the last chimney section must not be more than 4-1/2 in. below the chase top. See Figure 24. For installation utilizing a TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap, the uppermost chimney section must not be more than 3 in.

  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS H. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Note: Save and pass this instruction manual to subsequent home owners. The informa- tion provided is intended to notify and warn them about making unsafe future modifica- tions such as the addition of shelves or the use of unauthorized parts and repairs.
  • Page 26 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Glass Doors 7. Wood Fuel Most efficient fireplace operation using glass doors is FIREWOOD: Your fireplace performance depends on with the doors open. When the doors are open, the the quality of the firewood you use. All seasoned wood, screen must be closed.
  • Page 27 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SEASONING: Seasoned firewood is nothing more than Note: The first three or four fires should be of mod- wood that is cut to size, split and air dried to a moisture erate size to allow the oils and binders to be burned content of around 20%.
  • Page 28 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Flue draft is measured as negative pressure in the If the fire is hard to start and smoke spills out of the chimney. The amount of negative pressure determines fireplace, or you find it difficult to establish and maintain how strong the draft is.

  • Page 29: Maintenance Instructions

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS I. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Disposal of Ashes 4. Clear Space Near the Fireplace Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a Combustible materials must not be stored on the tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should hearth extension.
  • Page 30 BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS HOMEOWNER’S NOTES 34962 Rev G 08/04...

  • Page 31: Index

    BC36C/BC36R INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Index Framing 11 Fuel 25, 26 Air Clearance 17, 19 Ten Foot Rule 14 Air Kit 6 Termination Cap 9, 23 Handle Location/Operation 18 Typical Fireplace System 4 Gas Codes 19, 25 Ashes, Disposal of 29 Gas Log/Lighter Provisions 19, 25...

  • Page 32: Warranty

    HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. WOODBURNING FIREPLACE Limited Warranty As part of its 20-YEAR BUYER PROTECTION PROGRAM AS PART OF ITS 20 YEAR BUYER PROTECTION PROGRAM (“PROGRAM”, HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“HHT”) is pleased to offer a Limited Warranty and a Replacement Parts Advantage covering specific components of your HHT woodburning fireplace system ( the “Fireplace”), installed in the United States of America or Canada.

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