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See-Thru wood Burning FireBox
owner'S oPerATion And inSTALLATion MAnuAL
PFS
®
C
US
Models (V)368ST
(V)I368ST (Fully Insulated)
SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain re-
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This firebox is approved for use as a wood burning fire-
box or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS
Z21.60, Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas
log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard.
This wood burning firebox complies with UL127-CAN/
ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLI-
ANCE and is listed and tested by PFS Corporation.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such
as the municipal building department, fire department,
etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter-
mine the need to obtain a permit.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com
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- Page 1 See-Thru wood Burning FireBox owner’S oPerATion And inSTALLATion MAnuAL ® Models (V)368ST (V)I368ST (Fully Insulated) SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also contains information that will enable you to obtain re- placement parts or accessory items when needed.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Proper installation is the most important step This firebox system requires the utilization in ensuring safe and continuous operation of a FMI PRODUCTS, LLC 8" double wall, of the fireplace. Although grounding may not snap-lock flue pipe system. be required by code in your area, it must be... -
Page 3: Product Dimensions
SAFeTy Continued FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING: Use solid wood • Do not store or use gasoline or processed solid fuel fire logs or any other flammable vapors only. When processed wood fuel or liquids in the vicinity of this fire logs are used, do not poke or or any other appliance. -
Page 4: Firebox Installation
6). the opening where actual heat output 5. Do not connect this firebox to a chimney may occur.) system other than a FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system. Spacers on Sides of 6. Install in an area providing ventilation and Fireplace Provide 2"... -
Page 5: Firebox Installation
FireBox inSTALLATion Continued 3. Set firebox directly in front of opening and 2" X 4" Stud slide unit back until nailing flanges touch Drywall side framing. Combustible Materials 4. Check the level of firebox and shim with 33° sheet metal if necessary. 6"... -
Page 6: Hearth Extension
FireBox inSTALLATion Continued Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be obtained from manufacturer or supplier of noncombustible material. If hearth extension is to be raised, a “Z” type ember protector must be used (see Figure 7, 1/2" (1.27 cm) page 5, and Figure 11) Minimum to Combustibles Noncombustible... -
Page 7: Pipe Installation
Figure 12 - Outside Air Kit Installation CHIMNEY PIPE WARNING: The opening in the The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system is collar around the chimney at the top a snap-lock, double-wall pipe. It consists of a of the firebox must not be obstruct- stainless steel inner flue pipe(s), a galvanized ed. - Page 8 VenTing inSTALLATion Continued Existing To achieve desired offset, you may install Ceiling combinations of 12", 18", 36" and 48" length Frame of double wall pipe (see offset chart and Figure 18). Firestop Spacer 2" (5.1cm) Minimum Screws or Staples (Min. of 8) Angled Firestop 2"...
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Page 9: Foot Rule
VenTing inSTALLATion Continued Maximum length of pipe between supports run, 16 feet minimum for a run with 1 elbow set is 6 feet of angled run. A maximum of two 6 and 25 feet minimum for a run with 2 elbow feet angled run sections per chimney system sets. - Page 10 VenTing inSTALLATion Continued Storm PENETRATING ROOF Overlap Collar To maintain a 1" clearance to pipe on a roof with Shingles Top Flashing a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut. and Sides Only Cone 1. Determine the center point through which Nail Only pipe will penetrate roof.
- Page 11 VenTing inSTALLATion Continued RTL-8DM Stainless FINISHING FIREBOx Inner Flue Chase Installing Firebox Facing Pipe Any noncombustible material may be used Screen for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as proper clearances are adhered to and firebox 1" Non- openings are not obstructed in any way (see com- Figure 27).
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Page 12: Optional Gas Line Installation
oPTionAL gAS Line inSTALLATion WARNING: A qualified ser- CAUTION: All gas piping vice person must connect gas and connections must be tested supply. Follow all local codes. for leaks after the installation is completed. After ensuring NOTICE: Before you proceed, make sure your that the gas valve is on, apply gas supply is turned off. -
Page 13: Operation And Maintenance Guidelines
WARNING: If the firebox has position. been used for wood burning, the firebox and chimney must be Note: An appropriate FMI PRODUCTS, LLC cleaned of soot, creosote and hood (see Replacement and Accessory Parts, ashes by a qualified chimney page 14) must be installed when using an unvented gas log set. -
Page 14: Technical Service
The grate is designed to provide you with the not tested with this fireplace may cause a fire hazard maximum solid fuel capacity. Do not overload and will void the FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty. grate or obstruct required air space beneath Note: Not all accessories are available for it. - Page 15 rePLACeMenT And ACCeSSory PArTS Continued STORM COLLAR ROUND TOP SC1-1 TERMINATION RTL-8DM, RTTL-8DM (for use with RTL-8DM) RT-8DM, RTL-8DM SC2-1 ROUND TOP (for use withRTT-8DM andRTTL-8DM) TERMINATION WITH SLIP SECTION FLASHING RTT-8DM, RTTL-8DM V6F-8DM for 0 to 6/12 Roof Pitch V12F-8DM for 6/12 to 12/12 Roof Pitch Vent Plaster...
- Page 16 rePLACeMenT And ACCeSSory PArTS Continued BI-FOLD GLASS DOORS DG368ST (Brushed Brass) DC368ST (Platinum) DBP368ST (Black) 2701 S. Harbor Blvd. Santa Ana, CA 92704 55511 1-866-328-4537 Rev. F www.fmiproducts.com 09/09...
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