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Valcourt FP 10 Lafayette Installation Instructions Manual

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MODEL FP 10 Lafayette

Installation Instructions

This installation manual will help you obtain a safe, efficient, dependable installation for
your fireplace and chimney system. Please read and understand these installation
instructions before beginning your installation.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the fireplace or its
components. Any modification or alteration of construction may void the warranty,
listings and approvals of this system. In that case, Stove Builder International (SBI) will
not be responsible for damages. Install the fireplace only as described in these
instructions.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Listed to standards ULC-S610 and UL-127
Manufactured by:
Stove Builder International Inc.
STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.
250 rue Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec), Canada, G3A 2H3 Tel.: (418) 878-3040
45436A
Printed in Canada

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    MODEL FP 10 Lafayette Installation Instructions This installation manual will help you obtain a safe, efficient, dependable installation for your fireplace and chimney system. Please read and understand these installation instructions before beginning your installation. CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the fireplace or its components.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE ........1     THE FIREPLACE ...................... 3     INTRODUCTION ........................3     2.1.1   Parts Required ........................3   2.1.2   Additional Equipment (optional) ..................3   OPERATING THE FP 10 .....................
  • Page 3 CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION ................. 38     CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS ..........38     INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION ...... 40     OPTIONS ........................ 41       APPENDIX ......................42   VALCOURT LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ............. 44    ...

  • Page 4: Safety Rules For Operating Your Fireplace

    SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE • Use only a Valcourt glass door, specifically designed for the model FP 10 Lafayette. • When cleaning the fireplace, the ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground outside the house, pending final disposal.
  • Page 5 PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PICTURES SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL ARE GENERIC AND MAY NOT MATCH EXACTLY THE LOOK OF YOUR FIREPLACE. REGISTER YOU WARRANTY ONLINE To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date you purchased your unit.

  • Page 6: The Fireplace

    THE FIREPLACE INTRODUCTION The FP 10 fireplace is an energy efficient, heat circulating, close combustion fireplace. You will receive a lifetime of comfort and enjoyment from your fireplace provided it is installed, maintained and operated properly. • Please read these instructions and retain this manual for future reference. •...

  • Page 7: Operating The Fp 10

    Decorative fireplaces generally have larger, cooler, and less air-tight fireboxes. Your Valcourt FP 10, on the other hand, has a smaller, completely sealed firebox which attains much higher temperatures.

  • Page 8: First Fires

    2.2.3 First Fires The fresh paint on your fireplace needs to be cured to preserve its quality. Once the fuel load is properly ignited, only burn small fires in your fireplace for the first four hours of operation. Never open the air control more than necessary to achieve a medium burn rate. Make sure that there is enough air circulation while curing the stove.
  • Page 9 firebox. The benefit of this technique will be cleaner glass, less creosoting, greater efficiency and the most pleasing fire for your enjoyment. In order to achieve an optimum efficiency from your unit, we suggest that you operate it with the air control completely closed. Make sure that you have a good fire going and an adequate ember bed before you completely close the air control.

  • Page 10: Primary Air

    2.2.6 Primary Air There is no flue damper in the FP 10. As in common with air tight stoves, the combustion air control sets the flow of air entering the firebox. This allows for a more precise control of the fire.

  • Page 11: Smoking − Causes And Troubleshooting

    combustion air control must be ¾ closed. The precise setting will depend on many factors, including chimney length and the moisture content of the wood. For instance, a long chimney will necessitate closing the combustion air control. To obtain the proper combustion, close the combustion air control completely, then open it about ¼"...
  • Page 12 E. Chimney not long enough The minimum system height is 15 feet (4.6m). The chimney must extend at least 3 feet (915 mm) above its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet (0.6 m) higher than any roof or wall within 10 feet (3 m) of it.

  • Page 13: Maintaining Your Fp 10

    MAINTAINING YOUR FP 10 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 combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire.

  • Page 14: Dealing With A Chimney Fire

    Figure 2 2.3.4 Dealing with a Chimney Fire Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney fire, follow these steps: 1. Close the fireplace door and the combustion air controls; 2. Alert your family of the possible danger; 3.

  • Page 15: Disposal Of Ashes

    2.3.6 Disposal of Ashes Do not attempt to clean the fireplace when the unit is hot. Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non- combustible floor or on the ground, well away from combustible materials pending final disposal.

  • Page 16: Glass Care - Replacement

    Tempered glass or ordinary glass will now withstand the high temperatures of the FP 10. Replacement glass should be purchased from a Valcourt dealer (see “Replacement Parts”, in Section 7 – APPENDIX). Do not operate the unit with a cracked or broken glass.

  • Page 17: Gasket Replacement

    Let dry for at least 24 hours. To replace the glass gasket, simply remove the glass peel off the gasket surrounding it. Replace it by a new, self-adhesive glass gasket. The proper replacement gaskets are available from your Valcourt dealer in the following dimensions: Gasket Length...

  • Page 18: Heart Extension Requirements

    2.4.2 Heart Extension Requirements The FP 10 may be installed directly on a combustible floor. However, the combustible floor in front of the fireplace must be covered with a non-combustible material (tile, marble, stone, etc.). The hearth extension floor area must extend at least 18" (40 cm) in front of the hearth and at least 8"...

  • Page 19: Framing, Facing, Mantel, And Combustible Shelf

    2.4.3 Framing, Facing, Mantel, and Combustible Shelf The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations (figures 4 to 11): A. Frame the fireplace using 2" × 3" (5 cm x 8 cm) or heavier lumber. B.
  • Page 20 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8...

  • Page 21: Insulated Chase Construction

    INSULATED CHASE CONSTRUCTION Spacers must be installed Spacers must be installed Figure 9 Facing 1. Materials directly in contact with the faceplate of the fireplace, especially the vertical and horizontal surround, must be non-combustible and have the minimal dimensions as shown on figure 10. 2.
  • Page 22 Figure 10...
  • Page 23 Combustible shelf To install any combustible shelf, refer to figure 11 for a safe installation. For example, a shelf with a 6’’ depth (152 mm) must be installed at least 58" (127 cm) above the base of the fireplace. Different shelf dimensions are listed in figure 11 in order to facilitate installation. However, the minimum depth of the shelf is 6"...

  • Page 24: Blower Connection

    2.4.4 Blower connection The fan will come on as soon as the fireplace reaches its minimum start temperature. Have the wiring installed by a qualified electrician. Connect the wires from the power outlet to the terminal block, making sure that the white wire matches the white wire on the terminal. Connect the black wire with the black wire of the terminal block.

  • Page 25: Hot Air Ducting Installation

    HOT AIR DUCTING INSTALLATION Different hot air ducting systems can be installed with the FP 10: − Gravity kit − Forced air kit 2.5.1 Gravity Kit The kit includes: − 2 x hot air outlets (grilles and frames); − 2 x 90 elbows with brackets;...
  • Page 26 Figure 14 Figure 15 The duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. Remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut the insulation in order to obtain two 8" dia. openings. Insert the ducting into each opening and fix it in place using the 6 steel brackets supplied (3 for each duct).

  • Page 27: Central Forced Air Kit (Not Tested Under Epa Certification)

    4. Maintain at least 10" (254 mm) clearance from the outlet grille framing to a combustible ceiling, side wall or mantel. 5. When passing through a combustible wall or floor, a firestop must be installed at the wall or floor penetration. The hole size must be in accordance with the duct manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 28 Since the forced air kit requires electricity, make sure that the connections to the fan have been made according to the local codes and comply with their requirements (see instruction provided with the kit). INSULATION 5"Ø FLEX ALUMINUM COLLAR TAPE Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18...

  • Page 29: Fresh Air Kit (Optional)

    FRESH AIR KIT (Optional) 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 30: Door Overlay Installation

    FRESH AIR INTAKE ALUMINUM OUTSIDE TAPE INTAKE PLASTIC COVER FLEXIBLE PIPE SCREW OPENING FACING DOWN INSULATION ALUMINUM WALL TAPE Figure 19 Figure 20 DOOR OVERLAY INSTALLATION In order to install the door overlay, simply put the overlay on the door frame. Then, pass the 6 bolts through the holes shown in figure 21.

  • Page 31: The Chimney

    THE CHIMNEY CHIMNEY INSTALLATION NOTES 1. If possible, install an interior chimney as it will provide better performance. In areas with continuous temperatures below −18° C (0° F), the use of an exterior chimney increases the likelihood of operating problems such as low draught, high rate of creosoting, and poor start-up characteristics.

  • Page 32: Chimney Installation Instructions

    CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass and install rafter protectors (see figure 23). 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 33 8. When a ventilated roof flashing is installed, precautions are to be taken not to caulk or seal the ventilating openings.
  • Page 34 EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Figure 24...
  • Page 35 When you build a combustible chase enclosure for chimney sections above the roof, refer to the chimney manufacturer for clearances to combustible materials. Figure 25 – Example of a combustible chase enclosure installation above the roof...

  • Page 36: Offset Chimney Installation

    OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION The minimum system height when using elbows is: Fireplace model FP 10 Chimney model All models Vertical installation 15 ft. (4.6 m) Two (2) elbows 15 ft. (4.6 m) Four (4) elbows 17 ft. (5.2 m) Table 1 After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 37 Figure 26 Figure 27...
  • Page 38 TABLE 2 - LISTED CHIMNEYS FOR YOUR FP 10 CHIMNEY INNER BRAND TYPE MANUFACTURER DIAMETER Ultra-Temp (UT) 1" Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Selkirk Super Pro (SPR) 1" Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Super Vent (JSC) 1" Solid Pack 6"...
  • Page 39 TABLE 3 – LIST OF MANDATORY COMPONENTS CHIMNEY MANDATORY COMPONENTS TYPE/BRAND MANUFACTURER Ultra-Temp (UT), • Ventilated roof flashing. Super Pro (SPR), Super • Must have rafter protectors at the roof level if Selkirk vent (JSC), Hart & the chimney is enclosed at the attic level (see Cooley (TLC), Sure- section 5).

  • Page 40: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL 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 firestop or wall radiation shield provided by the chimney manufacturer must be installed. Only one is required. Follow the chimney manufacturer’s installation instructions.

  • Page 41: Chimney Support Installation

    CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION Universal Roof Support This support has three possible uses: 1. It must be used on a roof to support the chimney. 2. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset.
  • Page 42 18" 18" 457.2mm 457.2mm 18" 457.21mm 16" 16" 406.4mm 406.4mm Figure 29...

  • Page 43: Installation Instructions For Masonry Application

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chimney must be inspected by a qualified sweep. 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.

  • Page 44: Options

    OPTIONS Gravity kit: Part No.: Includes: one deflector, two 90 elbows, and two outlet grilles and frames, . #VA103006 Central forced air kit: Includes: one blower, one 5" flex adapter, 3 pipe clamps, #AC01310 And one control box with heat sensor and PC Board. Outside air kit Includes: one 3"...

  • Page 45: Appendix

    APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Weight: 385 lbs Height: 37¼" (95 cm) Width: 36" (91 cm) Depth: 24¾" (63 cm) Maximum recommended heating area : 500 to 2,100 square feet (with forced air kit) Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood : 30,500 Heating capacity* –...

  • Page 46: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS Description Part No. Description Part No. Front air tube (1) PL53132 Rear bricks 22138 Air tube (2) – second from front PL53133  Left bricks 22139 Right bricks 22140 Air tube (3) – third from front PL53134 Bottom bricks 22137 Back air tube (4) PL53135...

  • Page 47: Valcourt Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Paint (peeling), gaskets, insulation, firebrick, and ceramic fibre blankets. 1 year *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: •...

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