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CR Series Corner Woodburning Fireplace Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual For Models: CR36R CR36L 36R, CR36L 99 djt For use in U.S./Canada Underwriter’s Laboratories Report No. MH6018 DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL: Retain for future use. 20001316 4/07 Rev. 14...
fireplace surround. Description Burn only solid wood fuel or gas logs. The CR36R/L Series fireplaces are multi-sided solid fuel, Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other woodburning fireplaces. These are radiant models only products not specified for use with this fireplace.
CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Chase Installation Insulation methods shown are optional Termination Cap for cold climates, not a requirement for unit operation. Storm Collar Pan Flashing Batt Insulation (cut out around firestop) Draftstop Firestop Ceiling Level Outer Dome Finish Wall See Figure 20 on page 15 for clearance information Ledge Bracket...
CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Planning Information Preplanning an installation is very important to ensure The Ten Foot Rule safety and to save time and money. An installer must Major U.S. building codes specify a minimum chimney predetermine where a fireplace will be set and how the height above the roof top.
CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Angled chimney runs require a support every 6’ (1.8 m) Installation in addition to the elbow straps. Chimney supports are used for this function. (Fig. 6) Insulating Fireplace Enclosure For Chase Installation Cold Climates A chase is a vertical box-like structure which encloses If you live in a cold climate, it is not required but the fireplace and/or chimney.
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Offset Installation Framing In order to clear an obstruction, it may be necessary Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace to offset chimney from vertical. This is accomplished is set in place, however, most installers build the frame by using CFM Corporation elbows.
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¹⁄₂" (13mm) Plat- Members Min. Overlap Hearth Ext. form 1¹⁄₂" (38mm) 1¹⁄₂" (38mm) FPR557 FP551A Fig. 11 Safety strip installation. Fig. 10 Typical frame for ceiling chimney hole FPR557 CR36R,L 20001316 FP551a Safety strip installa CR36 Series 2/3/99 djt 2/22/99 djt...
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Pipe Section Pipe Rim Lance Pipe Nail Top Standoffs STR100 Fig. 12 Fasten fireplace in position. FP558CR STR100 standoffs, corner Installing the Chimney System Fig. 13 Install pipe, listening for the snap-lock to fasten. 2/18/99 djt Start by attaching the first chimney section to the collar Support Structure on top of the fireplace.
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Hole sizes listed in Figure 10 for angled firestop spac- ers provide minimum required air space to chimney pipe for ceiling thickness up to 8” (203mm). When combined thickness of ceiling material, ceiling joists Attic Insulation and flooring material exceeds 8”...
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Check the chimney top installation instructions for Cut and Frame Roof Hole details on how high above the roof top the chimney Size of roof hole varies with the type of chimney sections (all pipes) should extend. termination installed.
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Mantel Clearance - Mantel Clearance - No Noncombustible Facing Material with Noncombustible Facing Material Combustible 12" Combustible 12" Mantel and (305mm) Mantel and (305mm) Trim Finished Wall Finished Max. Trim Max. Wall Header Header 1¹⁄₂" 1¹⁄₂" Standoff Standoff 12"...
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Hearth Installation Finish Wall Finish the wall with material of your choice. Do not A hearth extension is required to protect a combustible install a combustible mantel shelf less than 12” floor in front of the fireplace. Refer to Figure 20 for mini- (305mm) from the top of the fireplace opening.
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Combustible Model with SP40 Non-protected Wall Floor Min. wall covering distances 3/3/99 djt CR36L 12” 16” Safety Strips CR36R Minimum Must Overlap Insulation ¹⁄₂” Min. Value “R” Minimum Hearth Extension Dimensions FS107a Fig. 22 Hearth extension. 22” Min. Trim Molding...
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Majestic Fireplaces CR36R/L Series fireplace is de- signed to accept a 1/2” gas line for an approved gas ap- pliance. (CFM Corporation manufactures a wide variety of gas logs for use in Majestic Fireplaces.) Have the Ceramic appliance installed by a qualified plumber in accordance or Metal with all building codes.
CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. CR36R/L Woodburning Fireplace Units: FG10R7, FG10R8 Parts page CR36L/R Ref. Description CR36L CR36R 3/17/99 djt 1.
CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Accessories The following accessory parts can be obtained from Majestic Fireplaces Dealer. The fan kit, top terminations, outside air kit, glass doors and hearth patching kits are supplied with installation instructions packaged with the unit. Should you need additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish, contact CFM Corporation, 410 Admiral Blvd.
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Accessory Description Model No. Chimney Support Used to support the chimney at each SKCS8 30 feet of vertical height above the (8” flue) hearth and at every 6 feet of inclined chimney run. Each support adds 2¹⁄₂ inches to chimney length.
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Accessory Model No. Description Contemporary Flashing Required for contemporary round top 8-6-12 termination on the roof to prevent (8” flue; 0 to 6/12 pitch) rain entry. 8-12-12 (8” flue; 6/12 to 12/12/ pitch) Chimney Sections P325k Used to build “SK”...
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces Accessory Description Model No. SKDSBL Used to terminate chimney at the top of a chase. Flashing is not PKDSBL included. Appropriate adapter is required. See Sections 2 and 3. Chase Top P325p CT100 Used to terminate Type “SK8” 2 wall chimney at the top of a chase.
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CR Series Woodburning Fireplaces 20001316...
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PRE-ENGINEERED Fireplace Systems ® the Fireplace, and operated at all times under normal condi- CFM Corporation warrants its MAJESTIC FIREPLACES® Pre- tions, use and service according to the operative instructions Engineered Fireplace (“Fireplace”) and the CFM Corporation furnished with the Fireplace, and only if and so long as the supplied firegrate, glass doors, outside air system, fan motor,...
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