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Installation and Operation Manual
Stove Builder International Inc.
Tel : (418 ) 878-3040 Fax : (418) 878-3001
www.valcourtinc.com
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Safety tested according to ULC
S610 and UL 127 Standards by
45334A
19-03-2012
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- Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual Safety tested according to ULC S610 and UL 127 Standards by Stove Builder International Inc. 250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-Desmoures (Quebec) Canada G3A 2H3 Tel : (418 ) 878-3040 Fax : (418) 878-3001 www.valcourtinc.com READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site.
- Page 2 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS VALCOURT FIREPLACE As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, VALCOURT takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want to help you get maximum satisfaction as you use this product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Replacing Firestone ......................... 24 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 25 HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS ................... 26 Gravity Distribution Kit ......................27 Forced Air Distribution Kit ..................... 27 APPENDIX A ..........................30 VALCOURT LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ..............32 ... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION This manual contains all the information required for safe, efficient installation and use of your Valcourt fireplace. Read carefully all the instructions contained herein and keep this manual handy so you may refer to it whenever necessary. Before starting to install the fireplace, consult local authorities to obtain a builiding permit and learn about all applicable regulatory requirements. -
Page 5: Installation
8” (203 mm) in diameter as well as a minimum of 15’ (4.6 m) and maximum of 45’ (13.7 m) in height including the height of the fireplace itself. Table 1: Listed chimneys for your FP1 Manoir CHIMNEY INNER... - Page 6 ATTENTION: Do not modify or adapt the fireplace’s construction or components. This would void the warranty. In this event, VALCOURT FIREPLACES INC. would not be held responsible for any damages which may occur.
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Page 7: Framing
Figure #3: Fireplace Framing Figure #4: Possible Chimney Configurations FRAMING The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations (figures 2 and 3): Frame the fireplace using 2" × 3" (5 cm x 8 cm) or heavier lumber. WARNING: COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MATERIAL CANNOT BE USED IN THE SPACE DIRECTLY ABOVE THE FIREPLACE, EXCEPT FOR THE STUDS ABOVE THE FACING THAT SUPPORT THE FACING MATERIAL AND MANTEL. -
Page 8: Fireplace Installation
The table below shows the minimum chimney height requirements, fireplace included, according to the number of elbows: Chimney Number of Elbows Minimum Height* Straight installation --------------- 15’ (4.6 m) 1 - 15° offset 2 - 15° elbows 15’ (4.6 m) 2 - 15°... - Page 9 Using an adjustable collar or aluminum duct tape, attach the flexible duct to the adaptor. 14. Valcourt fireplaces are equipped with an automatic or manual blower switch located behind the lower louver at your right. When switch is place on auto, the blower will activate when fireplace reaches a minimum starting temperature of 43°C (110°F).
- Page 10 Figure #5: Hearth Extension Installation...
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Page 11: Chimney Installation
2. The FP1 MANOIR is listed only with chimney systems described in table 1. 3. A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance. - Page 12 Figure A Figure B...
- Page 13 15. When you build a chase enclosure for chimney sections above the roof, the chimney must extend at least 3 ft. (92 cm) above the chase enclosure and at least 2 ft. (61 cm) higher than any wall, roof or building within 10 ft.
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Page 14: Masonry Chimney Installation
MASONRY CHIMNEY INSTALLATION WARNING: Before starting installation, the masonry chimney must be inspected by a qualified sweep. Installation with an 8 in. EXCEL chimney Installing your fireplace with a masonry chimney still requires using EXCEL chimney from the top of the fireplace to the wall where it will connect to a listed liner that will run up inside the masonry chimney. - Page 15 Installation with EXCEL chimney Figure #6: Excel Chimney...
- Page 16 Figure #7: Straight Chimney Installation Figure #8: Chimney installation with elbows Figure #9: Chimney installation through external wall Figure #10: Chimney in ext. insulated chase...
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Page 17: Fireplace Finish
FIREPLACE FINISH 1. Combustible materials can be used to finish the fireplace. The framing can be built directly on the sides of the appliance. 2. The side facing can exceed the appliance’s face by a maximum of 6” (152 mm). (Figure #12) 3. - Page 18 Figure #13: Chimney Enclosure...
- Page 19 Figure #14: Mantel Positioning Figure 14b : Combustible material positioning A : 48 po. B : Radius of 84 in. C : 84 in. Min.
- Page 20 Figure #15: Installation of Fireplace Facing Caution: All combustible material may lean directly against all sides of the unit. The non combustible material may lean directly on the front portion of the fireplace and must extend completely that portion.
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Page 21: Use And Safety
DO NOT OVERHEAT 8. Use the grate made by VALCOURT FIREPLACES INC. Burn only the quantity of combustible it can contain. Do not burn garbage, painted wood or wood that has been exposed to salt water. -
Page 22: The Use Of Manufactured Logs
THE USE OF MANUFACTURED LOGS There are numerous types of manufactured logs sold on the market. You must be very careful with this type of product. Many brands of manufactured logs contain chemical additives. DO NOT BURN ANY MANUFACTURED LOGS CONTAINING CHEMICAL ADDITIVES. IF YOU DO, YOU MAY OVERHEAT YOUR FIREPLACE, THEREFORE CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD AND VOIDING YOUR WARRANTY. -
Page 23: Maintenance
4. Slide the new window into the frame and fasten it in place with temperature-resistant silicone. 5. Handle the glass with care to avoid injury. 6. Allow to dry for 24 hours. NOTE: Never use substitute parts. Use only Valcourt brand parts. -
Page 24: Replacing Firestone
REPLACING FIRESTONE Do not use the fireplace with a broken or missing firestone. Here are the steps to replace the refractory brick of a Manoir fireplace: 1. Remove the front refractory brick (VA1-071-5). 2. Unscrew the wall stone attachments (VA1-034). 3. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Expansion and contraction noises during the heating and cooling cycle are normal. Prevent smoke flow reversal by positioning the air intake lever to maximum, slowly open the fireplace doors before lighting the kindling, make a torch by lighting rolled up newspaper and hold it out to the smoke chamber until you feel the chimney begin to draw. -
Page 26: Heat Distribution Systems
HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS Figure #17: Heat Distribution Options... -
Page 27: Gravity Distribution Kit
The Forced Air Distribution Kit can be used to heat adjacent rooms or lower floor located up to 50’ (15.2 m) from your Valcourt Fireplace. Only 6” (15 cm) flexible isolated duct can be use for this installation. (Figures #17 and 18) If the fan is installed with a rheostat, the operation is manually control. - Page 28 2. The duct can also be safely connected to an existing heating system. However, do not connect any hot air ducts to the cold air return. The hot air duct must be connected to the main duct coming out of the blower. Install a backflow shutter at the junction between the fireplace duct and the blower outlet duct.
- Page 29 Figure #19: Circuit Diagram...
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Page 30: Appendix A
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Page 32: Valcourt Limited Lifetime Warranty
Products covered under this warranty must have been manufactured after the revision date indicated below. Proof of purchase (dated bill of sale), model name and serial number must be supplied when making any warranty claim to your VALCOURT dealer.