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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
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
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.
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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.
011012-44
TCWS.38CE3
INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL
TCWS.38CE2
SERIES C
MODULAR DIRECT VENT
FIREPLACE
TCWS.38CE3
SERIAL #
5056.42523
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- Page 1 • Do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. TCWS.38CE3 • If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fi re department. INSTALLATION Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Wiring Diagram ................39 Wall Termination Kit ..............40 Roof Termination Kit ..............40 Wall Shield/ ................... 40 Ceiling Firestop Thimble ............... 40 Vent Pipe Dimensions ..............41 Vent Offset Chart ................42 Safety Label Location ..............43 TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 3: Caution
This appliance must not be connected to a chimney fl ue serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 4: Important Note For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts
A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 5: Fireplace Dimensions
6” 21 5/8" **Maximum Mantel extension ....See Figure #2 Mantel support ............4 in. (102 mm) Vent pipe including Elbows ......1 3/4" in. (45 mm) UNIT MAY BE RECESSED UP TO 6” WITH NONCOMBUSTIBLE MASONRY TYPE MATERIAL TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 6: Manufactured (Mobile) Home
To ensure glass is properly latched, grasp the top left and POSITION right sides of the glass frame, under moderate pressure it should pull forward and return to original position evenly on SHOWN. both sides. 6. Reinstall Trim Kit if required. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 7: Standoffs
The minimum clearances from the fi replace to combustible surfaces must be adhered to and are shown in Fig. #2 and Fig. #3. Fig. #7 EXAMPLES OF COMMON LOCATIONS SEE FIG #11 FOR DIMENSIONS TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 8: Framing And Finishing
INSULATION, PLASTIC VAPOR BARRIER OR GAS PLUMBING WITHIN THE STEEL STUD FRAMING ALL OTHER FRAMING CAN 61 1/2” BE DONE WITH CONVENTIONAL LUMBER IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT A FULL HEADER BE INSTALLED ABOVE THE FRAMING KIT 45” TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... - Page 9 FRAMING EDGES. Fig. #10 NON-COMBUSTIBLE RECESSED INSTALLATION DETAIL NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD STEEL STUDS NON-COMBUSTIBLE MASONRY TYPE MATERIAL Fig. #11 MINIMUM COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING DIMENSIONS INCLUDING SHEETROCK INCLUDING SHEETROCK NOTE: FIREPLACE SHOULD BE IN ITS FINAL LOCATION BEFORE FRAMING. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
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Page 10: Steel Stud Framing Kit
STUD, SIDES 45” L 8393.2 STUD, OUTER SIDES 45” L 8393 STUD, UPPER/LOWER 61 1/2” L 8393.6 INNER CROSS BRACE 39 3/4” L 8393.8 STUD, CENTER 23 1/4” L 8393.9 LOWER CROSS BRACE 39 3/4” L 5049.993 SCREW, DRYWALL 1 1/4” TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... - Page 11 Place the one remaining piece of #4 at the bottom of the framing kit in the same manner as the top, screw them together and attach to the inner steel studs. • Turn the framing kit over and secure all studs from the back. Fig. #12 FRONT VIEW BEND OUT FRAMING TABS TO FRONT (Fig #14) SLOTS UP SCREW INTO SIDE TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
- Page 12 FRAMING window with trim fi tted must be able EDGES to move freely. No building material GLASS is permitted to protrude past the lintel FRAME bars attached to the fi replace under ANY circumstance. NON COMBUSTIBLE FINISH MATERIAL TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
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Page 13: Maestro Control
(Part # 5005.064) available from your dealer). WARNING: The access panel including gasket must be reinstalled after conversion/ installation or servicing has been completed. Failure to do so will cause overheating and premature failure of the control system. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 14: Standing Pilot Function
(Fig. #22) This should be depressed with a paperclip, pencil or other thin object. Once activated the pilot will run continuously. Please check with your local inspector to ensure that this is permitted in your area. LEARN BUTTON STANDING PILOT BUTTON TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... - Page 15 WILL NOT begin until the 10 second pre-purge delay is complete. • Upon receiving any ON command, the green LED will fl ash (0.5 seconds ON, 0.5 seconds OFF) for 10 seconds so the user will know that the fi replace is operating. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
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Page 16: Gas Supply/Connections
MANIFOLD PRESSURE Correct gas pressure requirement: Natural Gas Propane Min. Pressure 5.0" WC 12.5" WC (For purpose of input adjustment) Max. Pressure 13.9" WC 13.9" WC Manifold Pressure Maximum 3.8" WC 11" WC Minimum 2.1" WC 5.5" WC TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 17: Venting
20 ft. is permitted (see Fig. #28 and 29). The rise and run must be constrained to the boundaries of the chart shown in Fig. #28. The horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4" rise for every 1 ft. of run towards the termination. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... - Page 18 Wall Termination Kit ..........TCVT.WTA Roof Termination Kit ..........TCVT.RTA Wall Shield/Ceiling Firestop ........TCVT.THIMA Roof Flashing, Adjustable ........TCVT.811FLADJ Roof Flashing, Flat ..........TCVT.811FLFLT Roof Flashing, Steep ..........TCVT.811FLSTP or any fl ashing that fi ts 11" pipe TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
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Page 19: Wall Vent Terminal
TCVT.9360 MINIMUM 48" VENT PIPE (TCVT.811X48) BEFORE THE FIRST ELBOW. 84 1/2" * Minimum height from the fl oor to center of the 14 1/2” framed opening. The height will need to be increaed with longer horizontal pipe. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 20: Wall Termination Venting Chart
90° can be used without reducing horizontal run. For each additional 90° elbow, or an equal com- bination of elbows, reduce horizontal vent run by 2 feet. Ensure vent pipe is properly supported. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 21: Roof Termination Venting Chart
90° can be used without reducing horizontal run. For each additional 90° elbow, or an equal com- bination of elbows, reduce horizontal vent run by 2 feet. Ensure vent pipe is properly supported. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... - Page 22 Rotate the 90° brackets to accom- modate roof pitch. Attach the brackets to the roof joists with nails or building screws. Tighten the band around the vent pipe and secure in place with screws. ROOF SUPPORT BRACKET (TCVT.93915) TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
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Page 23: Roof Vent Terminal
(Fig. #32) Seal screw heads and joint with caulking to prevent any moisture entering the venting system. Fig. #32 VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP (TCVT.9365) VENT PIPE MASTIC (UNDER COLLAR) STORM COLLAR (TC42.90665) FLASHING NOTE: ADJUSTABLE FOR VARIOUS ROOF PITCHES, FROM FLAT ROOF TO 12/12 PITCH ROOF. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 24: Vent Terminal Clearance
** only permitted if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the fl oor* * as specifi ed in CGA B149 Installation Codes, Note: local Codes or Regulation may require different clearances * for U.S.A. Installations follow the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 25: Vent Pipe Sealant
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. Inner pipe does not need to be sealed. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 26: Vent Restrictor Adjustment
Loosen the screw holding the restrictor. • Move the restrictor to its intended opening. • Re-tighten the screw. Fig. #37 CAUTION: The vent restrictor must be fully open OPENING when using the TCVT.PVB1 power vent kit to vent this fi replace. VENT RESTRICTOR TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 27: Firebox Panels Installation
Fig. #40a Place the front panel on the front lip of the fi rebox, wide fl ange facing the center of the fi replace. (Fig. #40a & #40b) FRONT PANEL Fig #40b WIDE EDGE TO CENTER OF FIREPLACE TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 28: Quick Panel Removal For Valve Service
6. Reassemble in reverse order. WARNING: The access panel including gasket must be reinstalled after conversion/ installation or servicing has been completed. Failure to do so will cause overheating and premature failure of the control system. Fig. #43 Fig. #44 TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 29: Finishing Touch Trim Kit Instructions
Attach the side rails. Even the ends up with the door frame. Attach the top and bottom rails and adjust so mitres are even at the corners. Place TC magnetic logo in bottom right corner. Larger Magnets Top or bottom rail Side rails TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 30: Lighting Instructions
It is normal for fi replaces fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and/or contraction noises during the start up or cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace heat exchanger or cook stove oven. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 31: Maestro Control System
6. Use the up and down arrows to set the “minute” value. HOLD A2 Press OK and the “day” value will fl ash. 8. Use the up and down arrows to set the “day” value HOLD A1 9. Press OK to end initial set up. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 32: Manual Mode
3. Press the OK button and the timer is set and the control is in countdown timer mode. 4. To exit the timer mode press the Program, Manual or Thermostat buttons. Please note that the fi rst press of the Manual button will turn the fi replace off. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... - Page 33 To switch out of program mode, simply press one of the manual, timer or thermostat mode buttons. Please note that if the manual button is pressed it will turn the fi replace off. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
- Page 34 5. The fi replace is now in thermostatic mode. To exit the thermostatic mode press the program, manual or timer buttons. Please note that the fi rst press of the manual button will turn the fi replace off. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44...
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Page 35: Maintenance
Viewing glass may be cleaned as necessary with fi replace glass cleaner. b) Exterior fi nish may be cleaned with mild soap and water. CAUTION: Do not use abrasive cleaners on glass or any other part of the fi replace. Do not clean glass when hot. TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 36: Tcws.38Ce2 Replacement Parts
#4..PANEL SETS #2..FRAME & GLASS ASSEMBLY #1...TCWS BODY ASSEMBLY PANEL, FRONT BASE REPLACEMENT GLASS (c/w gasket) SPRING LATCH ASSEMBLY (2) PANEL, LEFT SIDE CONTROL BOX PANEL, REAR #3..FRAMING KIT REMOVABLE LATCH HANDLE (not shown) PANEL, RIGHT SIDE STEEL STUDS TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 37: Replacement Parts - Maestro Control System
COVER PLATE 1m MINIMUM RATE SCREW, NG INLET PLATE, TCWS 38 #4..WALL SWITCH ASSEMBLY KIT INLET PLATE GASKET BATTERY HOLDER ELEC BULKHEAD GASKET WALL CONTROL COVER PLATE 1/2" BULKHEAD FITTING WALL CONTROL 1/4" BULKHEAD FITTING ELEC BULKHEAD FITTING TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 38: Fireplace Lighting
National codes (CSA C22.1,ANSI/NFPA 70) and/or local electrical codes and following the wiring diagram below. LAMPS WALL OR DIMMER SWITCH (NOT SUPPLIED) 120V AC ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATED IN CONTROL COMPARTMENT TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 39: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram Fig. #61 TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 40: Wall Termination Kit
16 1/2" TERMINAL TCVT.9360 16 1/2" WALLSHIELD/CEILING FIRESTOP THIMBLE TCVT.THIMA 9 5/8" Roof Termination Kit TCVT.RTA Fig. #64 16 1/2" VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP TCVT.9365 9" STORM COLLAR TC42.90665 WALL SHIELD / CEILING FIRESTOP ROOF SUPPORT TCVT.THIMA BRACKET TCVT.93915 TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 41: Vent Pipe Dimensions
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" 1 5/16" 13 1/8" 7/16" 10 5/16" TCVT.811XLB45 15 7/8" TCVT.811XLB90 TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 42: Vent Offset Chart
BY 2 1/8" TO 6 3/4" 1 1/4” 20” 20" 1 1/4“ 1 1/4” 18 3/4" 12" PIPE 29" ADDING AN ADJUSTABLE SECTION 18" PIPE 35" TO PIPE WILL INCREASE OFFSET 24" PIPE 41" BY 3" TO 9 1/2" 48" PIPE 65" TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... -
Page 43: Safety Label Location
Fireplace Products Ltd. des dommages matériels ou des blessures. Voir la notice de l’utilisateur qui accompgne l’appareil. Pour de l’aide ou des renseignements supplémentaires, consultez un installateur, un technicien agréé ou le fournisseur de gaz. 240910 5050.720392 1-TCWS.38CE2 TCWS.38CE3 011012-44... - 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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