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Valcourt FP11 FRONTENAC Installation And Operation Manual

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Installation and Operation Manual
FP11 FRONTENAC
Qualified Clean Burning
Decorative Fireplace
U.S. EPA Low Mass Wood-burning Fireplace
voluntary program phase 2 emission level qualified model
Safety tested according to ULC S610 and UL 127 Standards by
www.valcourtinc.com
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer's web site. It is a copyrighted
document. Re-sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time
to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use of
information contained in any manual obtained from unauthorized sources.
45543A
Printed in Canada
04-12-2012

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual FP11 FRONTENAC Qualified Clean Burning Decorative Fireplace U.S. EPA Low Mass Wood-burning Fireplace voluntary program phase 2 emission level qualified model Safety tested according to ULC S610 and UL 127 Standards by 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation of Spacers ....................9   1.3.3   Transportation Packaging ..................10   1.3.4   Locating the FP11 Frontenac Wood Fireplace ............10   1.3.5   Heart Extension Requirements ................11   1.3.6   Framing, Facing, Mantel, and Combustible Shelf ..........14  ...
  • Page 4 PART B - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ........51     Fuel     2.1.1   The Use of Manufactured Logs ................51   Operatihg the FP11 Frontenac Wood Fireplace ..............52     2.2.1   First Fires ....................... 52   2.2.2   Building a Fire ....................... 52  ...

  • Page 5: Part A - Installation

    1 PART A – INSTALLATION 1.1 Safety Information CAUTION: NEVER USE GASOLINE, GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE, CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR ‘‘FRESHEN UP’’ A FIRE IN THIS FIREPLACE. KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE FIREPLACE AT ALL TIMES.

  • Page 6: Regulations Covering Fireplace Installation

    CAUTION: DO NOT INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A MOBILE HOME. 1.1.1 Regulations Covering Fireplace Installation When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the FP11 Frontenac wood fireplace is suitable for use as a fireplace appliance in residential installations.

  • Page 7: The Benefits Of Epa Voluntary Emission Program «Low Mass» Phase Ii

    1.2.2 The Benefits of EPA Voluntary Emission Program «Low Mass» Phase II In the past, most conventional masonry and low-mass, factory-built fireplaces were not efficient at producing usable heat. Typically, over 90 percent of the heat generated by a fireplace was lost out the chimney. In addition, many of these fireplaces were sources of smoke, indoors and out.

  • Page 8: Fireplace Installation

    1.3 Fireplace Installation WARNING: IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF FINISHING MATERIAL USED, YOU MUST INSTALL ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TRIMS; A NARROW OVERLAP (A) OR A MASONRY TRIM (B) (SOLD SEPARATELY). Note that if you install a masonry trim ane that the incombustible material is more than 3/8’’ thick, you will need to install it before installing your fireplace (see Figure 16.) To preform the installation of the masonry trim, see Section 1.3.4.2.

  • Page 9: Installation Of A Gas Log Set

    1.3.1 Installation of a Gas Log Set You can install a decorative gas appliance or a vented gas log set in the hearth. To do this, install an automatic shut-off valve. Comply with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces, ANSI Z21.60 (1991) or American Gas Association draft requirements for Gas-Fired Log Lighters for Wood Burning Fireplaces, Draft No.

  • Page 10: Transportation Packaging

    Weights are given in the section 1.2.1, FP11 Frontenac Wood Fireplace Specifications. Next, measure the area occupied by the fireplace which is normally 59 3/4" x 30 1/2" (152 cm x 78 cm). Note the floor construction and consult your local building code to determine if additional support is needed.

  • Page 11: Heart Extension Requirements

    1.3.5 Heart Extension Requirements The hearth extension floor area (see (A), Figure 4) must extend at least 20" (50 cm) in front and at least 12" (30 cm) on each side of the door opening (see Figures 5 and 6). The joint between the hearth extension and the fireplace hearth needs to be made of non-combustible material such as sheet metal or sand-cement grout (not included) as shown on Figure 6.
  • Page 12 Figure 5...
  • Page 13 Figure 6...

  • Page 14: Framing, Facing, Mantel, And Combustible Shelf

    1.3.6 Framing, Facing, Mantel, and Combustible Shelf 1.3.6.1 Framing The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations (Figures 7 à 14): A. 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...
  • Page 15 Figure 7   Figure 8...
  • Page 16 Figure 9 Figure 10...
  • Page 17 Figure 11...
  • Page 18 Figure 12...
  • Page 19 Figure 13...
  • Page 20 Spacers must be installed Figure 14 Chase construction...

  • Page 21: Facing

    1.3.6.2 Facing CAUTION: BEFORE CLOSING THE WALLS, MAKE SURE THAT THE AIR CONTROL MECHANISM, THE FLUE DAMPER AND DOORS MECHANISM WORK PROPERLY. CAUTION: IF YOU ARE TO INSTALL A MASONRY TRIM, IT MUST BE SECURED TO THE FIREPLACE BEFORE APPLYING THE FINISHING MATERIAL (see section 1.3.4.1, Framing).
  • Page 22 Facing with the Narrow Overlap Figure 15...
  • Page 23 Facing with the Masonry Trim Figure 16...

  • Page 24: Combustible Shelf

    Figure 17 CAUTION: DO NOT SCREW IN THE HACHURED ZONE (see Figure 17.) 1.3.6.3 Combustible Shelf To install any combustible shelf, refer to Figure 18 for a safe installation. For example, a shelf with a 6" depth (152 mm) must be installed at least 52" (117 cm) from the base of the fireplace.
  • Page 25 SHELF POSITIONING  SHELF DIMENSION  SHELF POSITION  6" / 152 mm  52" / 1321 mm  8" / 203 mm  54" / 1372 mm  10" / 254 mm  56" / 1423 mm  12" / 305 mm  58" / 1474 mm  Figure 18...
  • Page 26 Figure 19...

  • Page 27: Fresh Air Kit

    1.3.7 Fresh Air Kit During operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion and draws air out of the house. It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces. As well, exhaust fans may compete for air, causing negative pressure in the house, resulting in smoke entering the house from the fireplace.
  • Page 28 Figure 20 Figure 21 Perform an opening in the exterior wall according to the size of the wall termination. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (open side down) and fasten the register to the wall, with screws as shown (Figure 21). Place the insulated pipe over the register tube and over the fireplace outside air connector (see Figure 21).

  • Page 29: Refractory Panels Installation

    1.3.8 Refractory Panels installation 1.3.8.1 Moulded Refractory Brick Panels (VA11071BR) 1. Remove the andirons (VA7070) by unscrewing the anchoring bolts (30109). Then place the bottom refractory panels (22199 and 22207) at the bottom of the firebox and pull them toward the front of the unit to help positionning the sides and back refractory panels.
  • Page 30 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7...

  • Page 31: Moulded Refractory Vermiculite Panels (Va11071H)

    1.3.8.2 Moulded Refractory Vermiculite Panels (VA11071H) 1. Remove the andirons (VA7070) by unscrewing the anchoring bolts (30109). Then place the left refractory panel (22204). Partially screw the panel retainer (PL64601) with one of the screw (30026) provided. Step 1. 2. Place the lower back refractory pannel (22206). Step 2. 3.
  • Page 32 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6...
  • Page 33 Step 7...

  • Page 34: Facing Installation (Sold Separately)

    1.3.9 Facing Installation (Sold Separately) 1.3.9.1 Narrow Overlap WARNING: THE FACIGN OF THE NARROW OVERLAP SHOULD NEVER COME IN CONTACT WITH MASONRY PRODUCTS SUCH AS MORTAR, ACID OR ANY OTHER PRODUCTS CONTAINING ABRASIVES. DAMAGES AND DISCOLOURATION CAUSED BY THESE PRODUCTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. Figure 22 Narrow Overlap 1.

  • Page 35: Masonry Trim

    Figure 23 Narrow Overlap 1.3.9.2 Masonry Trim WARNING: THE FACING OF THE MASONRY TRIM SHOULD NEVER COME IN CONTACT WITH MASONRY PRODUCT SUCH AS MORTAR, ACID OTHER PRODUCTS CONTAINING ABRASIVES. DAMAGES DISCOLOURATION CAUSED THESE PRODUCTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. Figure 24 Masonry Trim...
  • Page 36 1. Once the fireplace is fully installed, press the masonry trim (A) against the fireplace (the longest side towards the bottom going inside the fireplace). Secure the masonry trim (A) to the fireplace with 4 screws (B) supplied with the fireplace.

  • Page 37: Door Adjustment

    1.3.10 Door Adjustment To adjust screen door 1. Lift the screen and the glass door completely to the top. 2. Unscrew one of the two bolts (Detail A) which are located in the lower right corner of the screen door (see Figure 26). 3.

  • Page 38: Venting System (Chimney And Chimney Connector)

    1.4 Venting System (Chimney and Chimney Connector) 1.4.1 General Information The venting system is the engine that drives your wood heating system. Even the best fireplace will not function safely and efficiently as intended if not connected to a suitable chimney.
  • Page 39 TABLE 1 - LISTED CHIMNEYS FOR YOUR FP11 FRONTENAC WOOD FIREPLACE CHIMNEY INNER BRAND TYPE MANUFACTURER DIAMETER Selkirk Ultra-Temp (UT) 1” Solid Pack 8" (20 cm) Selkirk Super Pro (SPR) 1” Solid Pack 8" (20 cm) Selkirk Super Vent (JSC) 1”...

  • Page 40: Chimney Installation Notes

    Installations, which are located on lower floors in the house, such as in a basement, in combination with outside chimney, are especially prone to flow reversal. 2. The FP11 FRONTENAC is listed only with chimney systems described in table 1. 3. A chimney venting a fireplace shall not vent any other appliance.
  • Page 41 Figure 27a Figure 27b...
  • Page 42 12. 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. (3.1 m) of it. See Figure 28a and 28b to determine the configuration that applies to your roof (flat or sloped roof and the distance between the chimney and the highest point of the roof and/or the nearest chimney).

  • Page 43: Chimney Installation Instructions

    1.4.4 Chimney Installation Instructions 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass (see Figure 29). Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the holes. Make sure that the size of the floor and ceiling holes are in accordance with the chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 44 EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Figure 30...

  • Page 45: Offset Chimney Installation

    1.4.5 Offset Chimney Installation TABLE 2 – THE MINIMUM SYSTEM HEIGHT WHEN USING ELBOWS Fireplace model FP11 FRONTENAC WOOD FIREPLACE Chimney model All models listed in Table 1 Vertical installation 18 ft. (5.5 m) Two (2) elbows 20 ft. (6.1 m) Four (4) elbows 20 ft.
  • Page 46 Figure 31...
  • Page 47 Figure 32...

  • Page 48: Angled Radiation Shield

    1.4.6 Angled Radiation Shield When passing through a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30 or 45 angle (30 or 45 in Canada and 30 only in the USA), an angled radiation shield provided by the chimney manufacturer must be installed. Only one is required. Follow the chimney manufacturer’s installation instructions.

  • Page 49: Universal Offset Support

    1.4.7.2 Universal Offset Support This support is used to support the chimney above an offset. When the chimney offset is used to pass through a wall, this support may be used on the wall to support the chimney. For offset support installation, refer to the instructions provided with the support by the chimney manufacturer.
  • Page 50 The following requirements must be respected: 1. The chimney must be absolutely clear of any soot residue or creosote. Check for cracks, loose or missing bricks that could inhibit correct installation of the liner. 2. The clearance to combustible material must be a minimum of 1" between the outside of the masonry and any wood framing or loose insulation.

  • Page 51: Part B - Operation And Maintenance

    2 PART B - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2.1 Fuel The FP11 FRONTENAC is designed to work best when fuelled with seasoned cordwood. Use solid wood or processed solid fuel fire logs only. Hardwoods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density. Hardwoods will result in a longer burning fire and less frequent refuelling.

  • Page 52: Operatihg The Fp11 Frontenac Wood Fireplace

    2.2 Operatihg the FP11 Frontenac Wood Fireplace For transportation purposes, you will find the removable handle that allows you to open the glass door of the fireplace inside the firebox of your appliance. Simply insert it into the opening provided for that purpose in the lower left corner of the glass door. This handle has to be removed when the fireplace is on.

  • Page 53: Maintaining The Fire

    Your FP11 FRONTENAC wood fireplace will work best if a thick bed of hot embers is maintained in the bottom of the firebox and a minimum of two large pieces of seasoned fuel are added.

  • Page 54: Smoking  Causes And Troubleshooting

    As the fire burns, air goes up the chimney. This air must be replaced through leakage into the house or through the fresh air kit. When operating the FP11 FRONTENAC wood fireplace, open a nearby window temporarily to check if there is adequate air supply replacement. If...

  • Page 55: Wet Wood

    The exhaust damper and air intake control should be always in the open position when the fireplace is in use. 2.3 Maintaining Your FP11 Frontenac Wood Fireplace 2.3.1 Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapours which combined with expelled moisture will form creosote.

  • Page 56: Chimney Maintenance

    2.3.2 Chimney Maintenance Regular chimney inspection and maintenance combined with proper operation will prevent chimney fires. Keep your chimney clean. Do not allow more than 1/8 (3 mm) creosote build up in your chimney. The amount of creosote will depend on variables such as frequency of use and type of fires.

  • Page 57: Refractory Panel Replacement

    You must properly position the insulation paper or get a new one from your dealer before putting the new refractory panels. To replace the refractory panels of your FP11 Frontenac fireplace, see Section 1.3.8 Installing refractory panels and follow the steps in reverse.

  • Page 58: Glass Care - Replacement

    WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE FIREPLACE WITH A CRACKED OR BROKEN GLASS. Here are the steps to replace the glass of your FP11 Frontenac wood fireplace (Figure 39): WARNING: WHEN YOU REMOVE THE GLASS FROM ITS FRAME, DUE TO ITS WEIGHT, THE DOOR WILL SEEK TO GO UPWARDS QUICKLY.

  • Page 59: Glass Care - Cleaning

    Figure 39 2.3.7 Glass Care – Cleaning The FP11 FRONTENAC WOOD FIREPLACE is designed to keep the glass clean under normal operating conditions. To clean the glass, there are a number of specially designed cleaners. Your authorized Valcourt dealer can recommend a suitable cleaner which is available in your area.

  • Page 60: Replacement Parts

    2.4 Replacement Parts 2.4.1 Parts list Item Description VA11FA06 ARCHED NARROW OVERLAP - BLACK VA11FE06 STRAIGHT NARROW OVERLAP - BLACK VA11TA ARCHED MASONRY TRIM VA11TR STRAIGHT MASONRY TRIM SE64628 REMOVABLE WOODEN HANDLE WITH ROD SE63534 FIRESCREEN DOOR ASSEMBLY 30728 BLACK WOODEN DOOR HANDLE SE63546 SLIDING GUIDE ASSEMBLY PL63535...
  • Page 61 Article Description article Qté 21370 TOP SMOKE FUNNEL INSULATION SE45543 FP11 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KIT VA7070 CAST IRON ANDIRON 30109 BOLT HEX 1/4 - 20 X 1" 21379 REAR REFRACTORY INSULATION VA11071BR RUSTIC BRICKS SET 22199 LEFT BOTTOM REFRACTORY PANEL 22207 RIGHT BOTTOM REFRACTORY PANEL 22202 RIGHT BOTTOM REFRACTORY PANEL...

  • Page 62: Exploded View For Replacement Parts

    2.4.2 Exploded view for replacement parts...

  • Page 63: Valcourt Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Paint (peeling), gaskets, insulation, refractory panels* and ceramic fibre 1 year blankets. *Pictures required Shall your unit or a components be defective, contact immediately your VALCOURT dealer. Prior to your call make sure you have the following information necessary to your warranty claim treatment:  ...
  • Page 64 Stove Builder International Inc. 250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-Desmoures (Quebec) Canada G3A 2H3 Tel: (418) 878-3040 Fax: (418) 878-3001...

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