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Town & Country Fireplaces TC42 SERIES C Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING:
If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch;
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbour's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier call
the fi re department.
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualifi ed installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket
permanently located, manufactured home (USA
only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by
local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless
a certifi ed kit is used.
This appliance is suitable for installation in a
bedroom or bed sitting room.
310511-44
TC42
INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL
TC42.CE
SERIES C
MODULAR DIRECT VENT
FIREPLACE
TC42_CE
5056.426C

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  • Page 1 INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity TC42...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Caution ................... 3 Safety ..................... 3 Massachusetts Rules and Regulations ........... 4 Fireplace Dimensions ..............5 Minimum Clearances to Combustible Material ....... 5 Installation Requirements ............... 6 Manufactured (Mobile) Home ............6 Window Frame Removal ..............6 Top Standoffs ..................

  • Page 3: Caution

    Caution FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Town & Country fi replace without fi rst reading and understanding this manual. Any installation or operational deviation from the following instructions voids the Town & Country Fireplaces Warranty and may prove hazardous.

  • Page 4: Massachusetts Rules And Regulations

    Important Note for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: From Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248 CMR 5.08: For all side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above fi nished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfi ed.

  • Page 5: Fireplace Dimensions

    Fireplace Dimensions Fig. #1 13/16 11/16 7/16 15/16 3/16 9/16 9/16 Minimum Clearances to Combustible Material Fig. #2 NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE. STEEL FRAMING COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING AND DO NOT INSTALL ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERI- FINISH WALL ABOVE STANDOFFS AL, ELECTRICAL WIRING OR GAS PLUMBING IN STANDOFFS THIS AREA.

  • Page 6: Installation Requirements

    Installation Requirements The Town & Country Fireplace installation and venting must conform to the current CAN/CGA-B149 installation code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (in the USA), and approved per local codes. Only qualifi ed (licensed or trained) personnel should install this product.

  • Page 7: Top Standoffs

    Top Standoffs The top standoffs are shipped loose inside Fig. #6 TOP STANDOFFS the fi replace and must be installed on top of the fi replace as shown in Fig #6. Do this once the fi replace is on site and in position. Locating The Fireplace In planning the installation for the fi replace, it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed, location of vent system and where gas supply piping may be plumbed.

  • Page 8: Framing And Finishing

    Framing and Finishing Note: The fi replace should be in place position. Secure the steel frame to the framing and venting installed before framing in or brackets on each side of the unit. Ensure that Chase Insulation: When installing this building an enclosure around the unit.
  • Page 9 Fig. #9 Fig. #9A NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD DETAIL IF THE BACKER BOARD IS NOT TO BE FINISHED WITH OTHER NON-COMBUS- TIBLE MATERIAL SUCH AS TILES, IT IS NON-COMBUSTIBLE RECOMMENDED THAT TOP SECTIONS BOARD OF BOARD SUPPLIED WITH FRAMING KIT 12” BE REPLACED WITH A SINGLE SHEET OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD.

  • Page 10: Tc42 Steel Stud Framing Kit

    TC42 Steel Stud Framing Kit TC42.BFRKITB Each Kit Contains: Item Part # Description Qty. 5049.9912 SCREW, TEKS #8 x 1/2” 9093.03 STUD, SIDES, 53 3/4”L 9093.1 STUD, OUTER SIDES, 53 3/4”L 9093.22 STUD, CENTER, 15 7/16”L 9094 STUD, HEADER, 56 1/8”L 9094.21 STUD, PLATE, 47 1/4”L...
  • Page 11 2. Attach Side Studs (Legs) Fig. #13 • Attach the outer side studs (3) to the top of the header stud (5). (Fig #13) • Fasten the outer side studs (3) at the bottom using the base plates (7). 3. Attach the Assembled Frame to Fig.

  • Page 12: Hearth Extension

    Hearth Extension Fig. #20 WINDOW FRAME 1" 1/4" SUB- HEARTH FLOOR EXTENSION WINDOW TRACK Caution: While a hearth extension is not required and combustible fl ooring materi- als may be brought directly up to the fi replace, many materials (such as wood fl oor- ing) may not tolerate the radiant heat from this fi replace, resulting in discoloration, shrinking and cracking.

  • Page 13: Maestro Control - Plumbing And Electrical

    Maestro Control – Plumbing and Electrical ACCESS PANEL The gas control system is located on the right hand side of the fi rebox behind an access Fig. #21 panel and the decorative fi rebox panel (if installed). The fi replace is operated via a wall control and a hand held remote control unit.

  • Page 14: Standing Pilot Function

    8. Route the control cable as required to the wall control electrical box. Fig. #25 9. Attach the control cable to the wall control. (Fig #25) 10. Insert the 4 supplied “AA” batteries into the battery pack and connect to wall control. (Fig #26) 11.

  • Page 15: Gas Supply

    Gas Supply Caution: The gas line should be installed by a qualifi ed service person in accordance with all building codes. This section is intended as a guide for qualifi ed technicians installing this appliance. Consult local and / or national building codes before proceeding. Gas supply line access holes are located at the top and left sides of the Control Box.

  • Page 16: Venting

    Venting Before installing venting for this unit, the installer should read these instructions to insure that the proper vent confi guration has been selected. Use only Town and Country Termination kits #: TCVT.WTA - Wall Termination Kit TCVT.RTA - Roof Termination Kit Vent system components approved for use with the Town and Country Fireplace are shown in Fig.
  • Page 17 Fig. #31 Fig. #32 TRIM TO LENGTH WALL THIMBLE AND VENT MUST NOT PROTRUDE BEYOND SIDING Wall thimble: Where a vent pipe passes through a combustible wall, a wall thimble/shield must be used to retain insulation and maintain proper clearances. The wall thimble may be cut to length for various wall thicknesses up to 12"...

  • Page 18: Wall Vent Terminal

    Vent pipe: Install vent pipe through the wall thimble and attach to fl ue outlet collar on top of the fi replace. Secure all joints with screws and seal with approved "High Temp." self-adhesive aluminum tape provided. Adjust the fi replace position so that the vent pipe does not protrude beyond the outer wall.

  • Page 19: Wall Termination Venting Chart

    Wall Termination Venting Chart Fig. #35 Pipe length Minimum rise Pipe length Maximum run Max. 74 1/4” 1-24” 18" 1-12" 78 1/2” 1-12” 1-18" 75 3/4" 1-48" 1-12" 84 1/2” 1-24" 1-12” 11' 2" 2-48" 1-24" 3-48" 1-24" 90 1/2” 1-24”...

  • Page 20: Roof Termination Venting Chart

    Roof Termination Venting Chart Fig. #36 Pipe length Minimum rise Pipe length Maximum run Maximum 74 1/4” 1-24” 29" 1-12" 78 1/2” 1-12” 1-18" 77 1/4" 1-48" 1-12" 84 1/2” 1-24" 1-12” 11' 1 1/2" 2-48" 1-24" 3-48" 1-24" 90 1/2” 1-24"...
  • Page 21 Ceiling Opening: Fig. #37 Determine the exact position of the fi replace so that the vent pipe is centred (if possible) between two building framing members. Lay out the vent system path, minimizing the 14 1/2" number of elbows and length of vent. Consult your local building codes prior to proceed- ing.

  • Page 22: Roof Vent Terminal

    Roof Vent Terminal: 1. Place the roof fl ashing over the vent pipe, secure and seal it to the roof using the methods and materials appropriate for the type of roof on the building. Shingle roof example shown (Fig #39). Place the storm collar down over the vent pipe until it is level.

  • Page 23: Vent Terminal Clearance

    Vent Terminal Clearance Fig. #40 Minimum clearances to the vent terminal must be maintained as shown VENT TERMINAL MINIMUM CLEARANCES in fi gure #40 & 41. Measure clearances to the nearest edge of termina- TO ADJACENT STRUCTURES tion hood. NOTE: Vent terminal must not be recessed NOTE: LOCAL CODES OR REGULATIONS MAY REQUIRE...

  • Page 24: Vent Pipe Sealant

    Vent Pipe Sealant Fig. #42 APPROVED “HIGH TEMP.” SELF-ADHESIVE TAPE VENT PIPE All outer joints of the vent pipe must be sealed with the approved "High Temperature" self- adhesive aluminium tape provided. Wrap the tape completely around the joint and press fi rmly in place.

  • Page 25: Vent Restrictor Adjustment

    Vent Restrictor Adjustment The vent restrictor is located on the underside of the fi rebox top. The unit leaves the fac- Fig. #43 tory with the vent restrictor open. The restrictor is built into the appliance for secondary air WALL AND ROOF fl ow adjustment.

  • Page 26: Firebox Panels Installation

    Firebox Panels Installation TC42 PANELS BEIGE HERRINGBONE ................TCPN.547.C TUSCAN ....................... TCPN.548.C HERITAGE RED BRICK ................TCPN.552.C BLACK PORCELAIN ................... TCPN.549.C COFFEE BEAN BROWN PORCELAIN ..........TCPN.549CB.C (See Porcelain panel instruction manual for specifi c instructions for these panels) Before proceeding see burner instructions. Fig.

  • Page 27: Finishing Touch Trim Kit Instructions

    (HERRINGBONE PANEL SET SHOWN) 3. Install the Right Side Panel by inserting the Fig. #45 bottom of the panel in fi rst and then angling it up into position. It may be necessary to push the fi rebox shield up to allow panel to move freely into place.

  • Page 28: Lighting Instructions

    Lighting Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING - Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions building. exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing - Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

  • Page 29: Maestro Control System

    Maestro Control System Remote Control Initial Setup This fi replace is supplied with a wall control Fig. #46 Fig. #47 and hand held remote control. Please note only genuine Town & Country Fireplace wall controls and hand held remote controls can be used on this fi replace.

  • Page 30: Maestro Control System - Operation

    Childproof Lock Fig. #49 An additional feature of this remote control is the childproof lock. To activate this system press and hold the timer and thermostat buttons for approx. 5 seconds until the “lock” symbol appears on the remote display. (Fig #49) The remote control hand set buttons are now locked and the lock symbol will reappear every time a button is pressed on the remote control until the timer and thermostat buttons are pressed and held again.
  • Page 31 Program Mode Fig. #51 Fig. #53 (To preset up to two on and off periods per day) The program mode has two settings for weekdays and two for weekends. The hand held remote comes with the following pre programmed settings: Weekday Program (Monday through Friday) Program one (P1) turns ON at 7:00am and...
  • Page 32 Thermostatic Mode Fig. #55 Fig. #57 THERMOSTATIC MODE THERMOSTATIC BUTTON (Only for use where permitted) BUTTON (Operates the fi replace within a set tem- perature range) The fi replace is shipped with thermostatic mode function deactivated. If this function is permitted for use in your area it can be activated by depressing the recessed button on the underside of the hand held remote.

  • Page 33: Appendix

    APPENDIX Maintenance CAUTION: Turn off gas and electrical power supply (if applicable) and allow ample time for unit to cool before servicing appliance. It is recommended that the fi replace and its venting should be inspected at least once a year by a qualifi ed service person. Glass Panel: Warning: Do not operate fi replace with glass panel removed, cracked or broken.

  • Page 34: Tc42 Replacement Parts

    TC42_C Replacement Parts (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. TC42 BODY ASSM........TC42.CE PANEL SETS HERRINGBONE ........TCPN.547.C TUSCAN ..........TCPN.548.C GLASS ASSM........GLAS.2086ASSY HERITAGE RED ........TCPN.552.C BLACK PORCELAIN ......TCPN.549.C FRAMIMG KIT ........TC42. FRKITB C B BROWN PORCELAIN ....TCPN.549CB.C MAESTRO CONTROL ASSEMBLY - See Page 35 KIT CONTENTS:...

  • Page 35: Replacement Parts - Maestro Control System

    Replacement Parts – Maestro Control System (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM ..DESCRIPTION ..........PART NO. ITEM ..DESCRIPTION ..........PART NO. #1..CONTROL ASSEMBLY KIT ....TCRP.9271A #5..COMMUNICATION CABLE KIT ..5005.06 #2..BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY KIT ....TCRP.8133 #6..

  • Page 36: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram Fig. #60 TC42_CE 310511-44...

  • Page 37: Wall Termination Kit

    Wall Termination Kit Wall Shield/ TCVT.WTA Ceiling Firestop Fig. #61 Thimble TCVT.THIMA WALL Fig. #62 16 1/2" TERMINAL TCVT.9360 16 1/2" WALLSHIELD/CEILING FIRESTOP THIMBLE TCVT.THIMA 9 5/8" Roof Termination Kit TCVT.RTA Fig. #63 16 1/2" VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP TCVT.9365 9" STORM COLLAR TC42.90665 WALL SHIELD / CEILING FIRESTOP...

  • Page 38: Vent Pipe Dimensions

    Vent Pipe Dimensions Fig. #64 11" 12" PIPE ..10 1/4" 18" PIPE ..16 1/4" 24" PIPE ..22 1/4" 48" PIPE ..46 1/4" 10 15/16" 9 1/2" TCVT.811X12ADJ 11 1/8" TCVT.811X _ _ 13 13/16" 12 9/16" 8 5/16"...

  • Page 39: Vent Offset Chart

    Vent Offset Chart Fig. #65 12" PIPE 18 5/8" 18" 18" PIPE 22 7/8" 22 3/8" 10 7/8" 24" PIPE 27 1/8" 26 1/2" 48" PIPE 44 1/16" 43 1/2" 1 1/4” 11 3/8" ADDING AN ADJUSTABLE SECTION TO PIPE WILL INCREASE OFFSET BY 2 1/8"...

  • Page 40: Safety Label Location

    Safety Label Location NOTE: The Safety Label is located on a plate found in a slot between the left hand side lintel and the left hand side window frame. This plate is attached to the lintel with a cable. VENTED GAS FIREPLACE - NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL FOYER AU GAZ À...
  • Page 41 Notes TC42_CE 310511-44...
  • Page 42 Notes TC42_CE 310511-44...
  • Page 43 Notes TC42_CE 310511-44...
  • Page 44 Technical support: 1-250-748-1184 Web site: www.townandcountryfi replaces.net 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan, BC V9L 6V8 Printed in Canada...

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