Introduction; Clearances/Height Requirements; Chimney System - Superior BC36MH Installation Instructions Manual

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general Information
These fireplaces are conventional heat circulat-
ing appliances with standard grates, outside
combustion air kit and standard decorative
glass doors. The BCD36MH model is fitted
with a blower and is available as an option for
model BC36MH.
The grate included properly positions the fire and
limits the amount of fuel. IF A REPlAcEMENt
gRAtE Is NEEdEd REPlAcE thE gRAtE WIth
ModEl 87l20 oNly.
Note: Illustrations shown reflect "typical"
installations with nominal dimensions and
are for design and framing reference only.
Actual installations may vary due to individual
design preferences. However, always maintain
minimum clearances to combustible 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 intended for installation in manufactured
homes. These units may also be installed in
buildings of conventional construction including
commercial, providing all instructions provided
herein are strictly adhered to.
These fireplaces have been tested for installation
in Canada to ULC-S610. For installations in
canada, the chimney clearance to combus-
tibles must be 2 inches and the cold climat
Kit must be installed.
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chimney and
Firestop
termination
thimble
Figure 1
outside combustion Air Kit
These fireplace systems are designed for in-
stallation in accordance with the National Fire
Protection Standard for chimneys, fireplaces
and solid fuel burning appliances; NFPA 211-
latest edition and in accordance with codes
such as the BOCA Basic/National Codes, the
Standard Mechanical Code and the Uniform
Building Codes.
WARNINg
Failure to use manufacture
provided parts, variations in
techniques and construction
materials or practices other than
those described in this manual
may create a fire hazard and void
the limited warranty.
WARNINg
do not pack or fill required air
spaces with insulation or other
material. No material is allowed
in these areas. secure the
airspace around the chimney
with the firestop/thimble before
completing the installation.
Maintain 1" clearance between
chimney and thimble.
WARNINg
If insulation is used, the fireplace
must not be placed directly
against it. Insulation or vapor
barriers, if used, must first be
covered with gypsum board,
plywood, particle board or other
material to assure insulation and
vapor barriers remain in place.
When complete these fireplace systems con-
sists of four basic "sub-systems":
1. the Fireplace
2. the chimney and termination
3. glass doors
4. combustion Air Kit
clEARANcEs ANd hEIght
REquIREMENts
The fireplace may be placed on or near normal
construction materials*.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
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 mantel may be
installed 12" above the opening of the fireplace
as per NFPA 211-latest edition.
The minimum installed height of the completed
fireplace system is 10' 6". The maximum height
is 40' 0". See the Chimney Height section on
Page 3 for more information.
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 pre-
vent 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 and 17).

chIMNEy systEM

These fireplaces are designed and code listed for
use with Security Chimneys FTF8 chimney sys-
tem only. Always use Security Chimneys FTF8
chimney components with these fireplaces. Do
not modify or alter these components as this
may cause a potential serious hazard and void
the Warranty.
*Construction Materials:
• Framing Materials • Paneling
• Particle Board • Flooring
• Dry Wall • Plywood
• Noncombustible Insulating Materials
• Etc.
chimney height
The total height of your completed fireplace
system from the surface the fireplace rests on to
the chimney top must not exceed 40' and must
also meet minimum height requirements. Refer
to the minimum system height chart.
Minimum system height
security's FtF8 Pipe
Vertical Installation
one offsets
two offsets
Table 1
**Note: 2" clearance to combustibles around
chimney components required in Canada.
10' 6"
12' 0"
25' 0"
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