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FP14 Cartier Installation And Operation Manual Listed to standards ULC‐S610 and UL 127 US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY by Intertek Testing Services PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD FIREPLACE www.valcourtinc.com Manufactured by: Stove Builder International Inc. 250 rue Copenhague, Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Quebec), Canada, G3A 2H3 Tel.: (418) 878‐3040 Fax: (418) 878‐3001 This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site. It is a copyrighted document. Re‐sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use of information contained in any manual ...
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This heating unit is designed to serve as a supplementary heat source. We recommend that a primary heat source also be available in the home. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for costs associated with the use of another heating system. 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. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
4.4.4 Firing Each New Load Hot ..................... 20 4.4.5 Turning Down the Air Supply ..................20 4.4.6 Building Different Fires for Different Needs ..............21 FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Appendix 6: Installation of Secondary Air Tubes and Baffle .... 87 Appendix 7: Exploded Diagram and Parts List ........91 VALCOURT LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ........96 REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY ONLINE To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date you purchased your unit. Keep your sales invoice. We also recommend that you register your warranty online at http://www.valcourtinc.com/warranty‐registration.aspx Registering your warranty online will help us track rapidly the information we need on your unit. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
LIGHTER FLUID, OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS TO START A FIRE IN THIS FIREPLACE. KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS WELL AWAY FROM THE FIREPLACE WHILE IT IS IN USE. • DO NOT STORE FUEL WITHIN HEATER MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES. • BURN ONLY SEASONED NATURAL FIREWOOD. • DO NOT BURN: o GARBAGE OF ANY KIND, o COAL OR CHARCOAL, o TREATED, PAINTED OR COATED WOOD, o PLYWOOD OR PARTICLE BOARD, o FINE PAPER, COLORED PAPER OR CARDBOARD, o SALT WATER DRIFTWOOD, o MANUFACTURED LOGS CONTAINING WAX OR CHEMICAL ADDITIVES, o RAILROAD TIES OR o LIQUIDS SUCH AS KEROSCENE OR DIESEL FUEL TO START A FIRE. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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* The US department of Housing and Urban Development describes “manufactured homes” better known as “mobile home” as followed; Buildings built on fixed wheels and those transported on temporary wheels/axles and set on a permanent foundation. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PICTURES SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL ARE GENERIC AND MAY NOT MATCH EXACTLY THE LOOK OF YOUR FIREPLACE. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Firebox Volume 2 cu.ft. (0.057 m ) Maximum Log Length 16" east‐west*** Flue Outlet Diameter 6" (150 mm) diameter (vertical) Baffle Material Stainless steel with cement Mobile home approved No * Burn time and heating capacity may vary subject to location in home, chimney draft, chimney diameter, locality, heat loss factors, climate, fuels and other variables. ** The EPA test fuel is dimensional Douglas fir pieces stapled together into cribs with air spaces between. We also test using the same procedure except using split hardwood firewood to reflect real‐world heat output. This fireplace is not intended to operate at its peak heat output continuously. *** East‐west: through the door you see the sides of the logs. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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2.2 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You Your new FP14 Cartier wood fireplace is a space heater, which means it is intended to heat the area it is installed in, as well as spaces that connect to that area, although to a lower temperature. This is called zone heating and it is an increasingly popular way to heat homes or spaces within homes. Zone heating can be used to supplement another heating system by heating a particular space within a home, such as a basement family room or an addition that lacks another heat source. Houses of moderate size and relatively new construction can be heated with a properly sized and located wood fireplace. Whole house zone heating works best when the fireplace is located in the part of the house where the family spends most of its time. This is normally the main living area where the kitchen, dining and living rooms are located. By locating the fireplace in this area, you will get the maximum benefit of the heat it produces and will achieve the highest possible heating efficiency and comfort. The space where you FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
The body of your fireplace, which is most of its weight, is carbon steel. Should it ever become necessary many years in the future, almost the entire fireplace can be recycled into new products, thus eliminating the need to mine new materials. The paint coating on your fireplace is very thin. Its VOC content (Volatile Organic Compounds) is very low. VOCs can be responsible for smog, so all the paint used during the manufacturing process meets the latest air quality requirements regarding VOC reduction or elimination. The air tubes are stainless steel, which can also be recycled. The baffle is made of stainless steel and cement. It is not considered hazardous waste. Disposal at a landfill is recommended. Moulded refractory bricks are mainly composed of silicon dioxide, also known as silica, a product processed from a mined mineral. It is most commonly found in nature in the form of sand and clay. Disposal at a landfill is recommended. The steel mesh contained in some refractory bricks can be recycled. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Hardwoods are denser than softwoods. People who live in the coldest regions of North America usually have only spruce, birch and poplar, other low‐density species to burn and yet they can heat their homes successfully. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Firewood dries more quickly when it is split. Large unsplit rounds can take years to dry enough to burn. Even when dried, unsplit logs are difficult to ignite because they don’t have the sharp edges where the flames first catch. Logs as small as 3” (75 mm) should be split to encourage drying. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
• firewood that is ready to burn has a moisture content between15 and 20% by weight and will allow your fireplace to produce its highest possible efficiency 3.2.6 Judging Firewood Moisture Content You can find out if some firewood is dry enough to burn by using these guidelines: • cracks form at the ends of logs as they dry • as it dries in the sun, the wood turns from white or cream colored to grey or yellow, • bang two pieces of wood together; seasoned wood sounds hollow and wet wood sounds dull, • dry wood is much lighter in weight than wet wood, FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Section 8: The Venting System of this manual. See Appendix 5: Installing the Fire Screen (AC01308) for installation instructions. OPERATING WITH THE FIRE SCREEN INCREASES THE POSSIBILITY OF GENERATING CARBON MONOXIDE. CARBON MONOXIDE IS AN ODOURLESS GAS THAT IS HIGHLY TOXIC AND WHICH CAN CAUSE DEATH AT HIGH CONCENTRATION IN AIR. 4.2 Your First Fires Two things will happen as you burn your first few fires; the paint cures and the internal components of the fireplace are conditioned. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Once the fire has ignited, close the door and leave the air control fully open. A conventional kindling fire with paper under finely split wood. DO NOT LEAVE THE FIREPLACE UNATTENDED WHEN THE DOOR IS SLIGHTLY OPENED. ALWAYS CLOSE AND LATCH THE DOOR AFTER THE FIRE IGNITES. After the kindling fire has mostly burned, you can add standard firewood pieces until you have a fire of the right size for the conditions. CAUTION: PLACE THE WOOD LOGS FAR ENOUGH FROM THE GLASS TO ALLOW PROPER PRIMARY AIR FLOW FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Light the newspaper. 4.3.4 Using Fire Starters Many people like to use commercial fire starters instead of newspaper. Some of these starters are made of sawdust and wax and others are specialized flammable solid chemicals. Follow the package directions for use. Gel starter may be used but only if there are no hot embers present. Use only in a cold firebox to start a fire. DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA, FUEL OIL, MOTOR OIL, OR AEROSOLS TO START OR REKINDLE THE FIRE. 4.4 Maintaining Wood Fires 4.4.1 General Advice Wood heating with a space heater is very different than other forms of heating. There will be variations in the temperature in different parts of the house and there will be variations in temperature throughout the day and night. This is normal, and for experienced wood burners these are advantages of zone heating with wood. Do not expect steady heat output from your fireplace. It is normal for its surface temperature to rise after a new load of wood is ignited and for its temperature to gradually decline as the fire progresses. This rising and falling of temperature can be matched to your household routines. For example, the area temperature can be cooler when you are active, such as when doing housework or cooking, and it can be warmer when you are inactive, such as when reading or watching television. Wood burns best in cycles. A cycle starts when a new load of wood is ignited by hot coals and ends when that load has been consumed down to a bed of charcoal about the same size as it was when the wood was FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Rake these coals towards the door before loading. There are two reasons for this raking of the coals. First, it concentrates them near where most of the combustion air enters the firebox and where they can ignite the new load quickly, and second, the charcoal will not be smothered by the new load of wood. If you were to simply spread the charcoal out, the new load will smoulder for a long time before igniting. Remove ash first, and then rake charcoal towards the front of the firebox before loading so that it will ignite the new load. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
With good fuel and correct air control use, the flames should slow down, but should stay large and steady, even as the air supply is reduced. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Sometimes you will want to build a fire to last up to eight hours, but don’t need intense heat. In this case use soft wood species and place the logs compactly in the firebox so the pieces are packed tightly together. You will need to fire the load hot for long enough to fully char the log surfaces before you can turn the air down. Make sure the fire is flaming brightly before leaving the fire to burn. 4.4.6.3 High Output Fires for Cold Weather When the heat demand is high during cold weather, you’ll need a fire that burns steadily and brightly. This is the time to use larger pieces of hardwood fuel if you have it. Put the biggest pieces at the back of the firebox and place the rest of the pieces compactly. A densely built fire like this will produce the longest burn your fireplace is capable of. You will need to be cautious when building fires like this because if the air is turned down too much, the fire could smoulder. Make sure the wood is flaming brightly before leaving the fire to burn. 4.4.6.4 Maximum Burn Cycle Times The burn cycle time is the period between loading wood on a coal bed and the consumption of that wood back to a coal bed of the same size. The flaming phase of the fire lasts for roughly the first half of the burn cycle and the second half is the coal bed phase during which there is little or no flame. The length of burn you can expect from your fireplace, including both the flaming and coal bed phases, will be affected by a number of things, such as: • firebox size, • the amount of wood loaded, • the species of wood you burn, • the wood moisture content, • the size of the space to be heated, • the climate zone you live in, and • the time of year. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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East‐west loads are excellent for long, low output fires for relatively mild weather. North‐south loads break down more quickly, but much more wood can be loaded at a time. This makes north‐south loading good for high output, long lasting fires for cold weather. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
If you see brown streaks coming from the edge of the glass, it is time to replace the gasket around the glass. Visit your fireplace retailer to get the self‐adhesive glass gasket and follow the instructions below for installation. Do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the fireplace if the glass is broken. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
1. Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the handle stopper (A) held in place by two screws (B). 1. Turn the handle counter clock wise one turn to increase pressure. To reduce the pressure, when installing a new gasket for example, turn clock wise. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
2. Put back in place the handle stopper (A) and the screws (B). 5.1.4 Door Alignment 1. Remove the door from the hinges. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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2. loosen the pressures screws located on the lower and upper hinges of the door using a 3/32” Allen key to free the adjustable hinge rods. 3. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the adjustable hinge rods in the direction shown to adjust the doors (see table below). Tighten all door hinge pressure screws when they are at the desired positions. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
1400º F. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with one having the same specification. Contact your Valcourt dealer to obtain a genuine replacement part (see “replacement parts”, in appendix to get the proper part number).
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Your new fireplace has the right characteristics to help you to burn clean fires with little or no smoke, resulting in less creosote in the chimney. 5.2.2 How Often Should You Clean the Chimney? It is not possible to predict how much or how quickly creosote will form in your chimney. It is important, therefore, to check the build‐up in your chimney monthly when getting used to the new fireplace until you determine the rate of creosote formation. Even if creosote forms slowly in your system, the chimney should be cleaned and inspected at least once each year. Do not allow more than 1/8 (3 mm) creosote buildup in the chimney. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Do not expect chemical cleaners to keep your chimney clean. The rain cap can be removed for inspection and/or cleaning of the chimney. The chimney should be swept following these steps: 1) Remove the fire baffle and air tubes. 2) Remove the rain cap. 3) Sweep the chimney. 4) Clean the inside of the firebox. 5) Re‐install the baffle, the air tubes and the rain cap. CAUTION: OPERATION OF YOUR FP14 CARTIER WITHOUT THE BAFFLE MAY CAUSE UNSAFE AND HAZARDOUS TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
5. Check outside to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are not igniting the roof; 6. Do not use the fireplace again until your chimney and fireplace have been inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or a Fire Department Inspector; FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS CONDTIONS. WHERE ANY SUCH CHANGES ARE PLANNED, STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC. SHOULD BE CONTACTED IN ADVANCE. • ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED IN WRITING BY THE TESTING AUTHORITY VIOLATES CSA B365 (CANADA), AND ANSI NFPA 211 (USA). • CONNECTION BETWEEN A 2100 INSULATED CHIMNEY AND A LISTED STAINLESS STEEL CHIMNEY LINER IS ALLOWED IF A LISTED CONNECTOR IS USED. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AT THE SECTION 8.9 FOR THAT KIND OF INSTALLATION. • IF REQUIRED, A SUPPLY OF COMBUSTION AIR SHALL BE PROVIDED TO THE ROOM. • DO NOT CONNECT TO OR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCTWORK UNLESS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED FOR SUCH INSTALLATION. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
ANSI NFPA 70 National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code requirements. NOTE: The Fireplace is not approved for use with a so‐called “positive flue connection” to the clay tile of a masonry chimney. 6.3 Fireplace Installation 6.3.1 Locating the FP14 CARTIER A. The best location to install your fireplace is determined by considering the location of windows, doors, and the traffic flow in the room where the fireplace is located, allowing space in front of the unit for the heart extension and the mantel, and taking into consideration the location of the hot air ducts FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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However, the upper and lower angle, for the full width of the floor protection, must be protected 2" horizontally and vertically (E) by a non‐combustible material. For example, a sheet metal (not included). Apart from these two corners, the sheet metal does not have to cover the rest of the wall between the base of the fireplace and the floor. MINIMUM CLEARANCES MEASUREMENTS A 84" (2134 mm) E 2" (51 mm) 8" (203 mm) B minimum FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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In the case where (F) would be equal to 4", it is suggested that the sheet metal between the base of the fireplace and floor be in one piece. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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In the case where the fireplace is installed directly on the floor or on a raised base of less than 8", an R value for the hearth extension is required. In these case also, the joint between the hearth extension and the fireplace (E) must be protected by a non‐combustible material. For example, a sheet metal (not included). Note that the floor under of the fireplace should match or exceed the height of the floor protection. MINIMUM MEASUREMENT E 2" (51 mm) FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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In the case of a known K and thickness of alternative materials to be used in combination, convert all K values to R by dividing the thickness of each material by its K value. Add the R values of your proposed materials as shown in the previous example. Example: K value = 0.75 Thickness = 1 R value = Thickness/K = 1/0.75 = 1.33 FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
2.2 Horizontal still air** (1/8") 0.135 0,920** * Information as reported by manufacturers and other resources ** For a 1/8" thickness. You cannot «stack» horizontal still air to accumulate R‐values; you must separate each layer of horizontal still air with another non‐combustible material. 6.3.2 Minimum Heart Extension Requirements The hearth extension floor area must extend at least 20" (508 mm)* in front of the hearth (A) and at least 8" (203 mm) on each side of the door opening (D). The joint between the hearth extension and the fireplace hearth needs to be made of non‐combustible material such as sheet metal (not included). * On a raised base installation of more than 8", a non‐combustible hearth extension floor area must extend at least 16" (406 mm) in front of the hearth. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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CLEARANCES A 20" (508 mm)* B 38" (965 mm) C 8" (203 mm) *On a raised base installation of more than 8", a non‐combustible hearth extension floor area must extend at least 16" (406 mm) in front of the hearth. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
WARNING: THE FIREPLACE MUST NOT BE IN CONTACT WITH ANY INSULATION OR LOOSE FILLING MATERIAL. FOR THIS PURPOSE, COVER THE INSULATION WITH DRYWALL PANELS OR ANY OTHER FINISHING MATERIAL INSIDE THE CHASE AROUND THE FIREPLACE. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area INSTALLATION WITHOUT SHELF FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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(K) would be to make a non‐combustible heat shield (M) that meets the following requirements: Must be located exactly 1" bellow the combustible shelf (L). Must have the same depth as the shelf to be protected. Must have at least the same width as the fireplace and must be perfectly centered with the shelf. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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WALL FINISH BEHIND THE FIREPLACE’S FACEPLATE INSTALLATION. LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area CLEARANCES M* 37 3/4" (959 mm) MIN. N* 25 3/4" (654 mm) O* 1 1/4" (32 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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See Appendixes for fresh air kit (P) and forced air kit (O) installation. FRESH AIR INTAKE KIT OR FORCED AIR KIT INSTALLATION LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area MINIMUM MEASUREMENTS MINIMUM MEASUREMENTS FOR FRESH AIR INTAKE (Q)** FOR FORCED AIR KIT (P)** R* N/A 18" (457 mm) S* 12" (305 mm) N/A *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. ** The fresh air intake kit can only be installed on the right side whereas the forced air kit may be installed either on the sides or on the back. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area CLEARANCES** T* 56 1/4" (1429 mm) U* 82 3/8" (2092 mm) *When drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be used, add its thickness to the measurement. **Values M and N are minimum measurements. They may need to be increased to alloy installation of a Fresh air intake kit or forced air kit, or depending on the finish material used. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Non‐combustible material such as brick, stone or ceramic tile may be in contact with the fireplace decorative frame. Note that if you ever needed to remove the decorative frame, it might be wise not to seal between the faceplate and finishing material. 6.3.3.3 Compliance of a Combustible Mantel Shelf To ensure compliance of an existing mantel shelf or to install a combustible mantel shelf, refer to table and figure below. For example, a mantel shelf with a 6’’ depth (152 mm) ((C) value) must be installed at least 48" (1219 mm) ((B) value) above the bottom of the fireplace (see figure below). Different mantel shelf dimensions are listed in the following table. However, no combustible mantel shelf can be installed at less than 48" (1219 mm) above the bottom of the fireplace. If the depth of the mantel shelf is not listed in the table below, add 44" (1118 mm) to the depth of your mantel shelf to obtain the safe positioning of your mantel shelf. For example, for a 9" (229 mm) mantel shelf, the safe positioning would be 61" (1549 mm) above the bottom of the fireplace 44" (1118 mm) + 9" (229 mm)). FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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(L). Must have the same depth as the shelf to be protected. Must have at least the same width as the fireplace and must be perfectly centered with the shelf. SHELF POSITIONING CLEARANCES B C A 84" (2134 mm) 48" (1219 mm) 6" (152 mm) 50" (1270 mm) 8" (203 mm) 52" (1321 mm) 10" (254 mm) 54" (1372 mm) 12" (305 mm) FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
In addition, you will find information about your fireplace (model, serial number, etc.). You can find the certification label on the fireplace bottom, behind the lower louver. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Because the venting system is the engine that drives the wood heating system, it must have the right characteristics. The signs of bad system design are cold backdrafting when there is no fire in the fireplace, slow kindling of new fires, and smoke roll‐out when the door is opened for loading. 8.4.1 Why the chimney should penetrate the highest heated space When it is cold outside, the warm air in the house is buoyant so it tends to rise. This tendency of warm air to rise creates a slight pressure difference in the house. Called ‘stack effect’, it produces a slightly negative pressure low in the house (relative to outside) and a slightly positive pressure zone high in the house. If there is no fire burning in a heater connected to a chimney that is shorter than the warm space inside the house, the slight negative pressure low in the house will compete against the desired upward flow in the chimney. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
8. If the chimney extends higher than 5 ft. (1.5 m) above its point of contact with the roof, it must be secured using a roof brace. 9. A rain cap must be installed on top of the chimney. Failure to install a rain cap may cause corrosion problems. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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10. Cut and frame square holes in all floors, ceilings, and roof that the chimney will go through to provide a 2" (50 mm) minimum clearance between the chimney and any combustible materials. Do not fill this 2 space with insulation or any other combustible material. 11. Portions of the chimney which may extend through accessible spaces must be enclosed to avoid contact with combustible materials or damage the chimney. 12. For installations where more than one chimney is located in the same non‐combustible chase or within the same area, we suggest that their terminations be separated by at least 16" (410 mm) horizontally, and 18" (460 mm) vertically. This separation is to prevent smoke migrating from one chimney to another. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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18" 18" 457.2mm 457.2mm 18" 457.21mm 16" 16" 406.4mm 406.4mm Note chimney chase on the roof must be the same size as the flashing : The FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
However, starting using a 30° or 45° elbow is also approved. Mandatory measure of 15 ft. from the B bottom of the fireplace to the top of the outside chimney. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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2. From below, install a firestop (A) supplied by the chimney manufacturer in each ceiling/floor separation through which the chimney will pass. At the attic level, install a radiation shield from above (C). 3. Follow the chimney’s manufacturers’ instructions and place the first chimney length on the fireplace. For all chimneys, you must use an anchor plate (A) supplied by the chimney manufacturer before FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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4. Every time the chimney passes through a ceiling or a wall, install the appropriate firestop. When you reach the desired height, install the roof support (not illustrated). (Refer to instructions included with the support). 5. Then, put the roof flashing (D) in place and seal the joint between the roof and the flashing with roofing pitch. For sloping roofs, place the flashing under the upper shingles and on top of the lower shingles. Nail the flashing to the roof, using roofing nails. 6. Place the storm collar (E) over the flashing, and tighten it with the bolt supplied. Finally, seal the joint between the storm collar and the chimney, using silicone caulking. 7. Install the chimney cap (G). 8. When a ventilated roof flashing is installed, precautions are to be taken not to caulk or seal the ventilating openings. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED NOTE: THE FLOOR AND WALLS BELOW THE ATTIC MUST BE INSULATED USING THE SAME INSULATION. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
1. Install the first elbow; turn it in the required direction. Secure it to the chimney according to the chimney manufacturer’s instructions. In many cases, it is recommended to secure connections with three (3) ½" (12 mm) metal screws. 2. Install the necessary chimney lengths to achieve the required offset. Lock the chimney lengths together according to the chimney manufacturer’s instructions. In many cases, it is recommended to use three (3) ½" (12 mm) screws. If the offset length is made of two (2) chimney lengths or more, many chimney manufacturers may require that you use an offset or roof support halfway up the offset. If penetrating a wall, install a wall radiation shield supplied by the chimney manufacturer. 3. Use another elbow to turn the chimney vertically. Secure the elbow. 4. Use a plumb bob to line up the centre of the hole. Cut a hole for the chimney in the ceiling/floor. Frame this hole as described previously. 5. From below, install a firestop supplied by the chimney manufacturer (see preceding figure). 6. A support must be used on the first 15' section (4.6 m). 7. Continue with the regular installation. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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6" (15 cm) American Metal HS AC Triple Wall 6" (15 cm) Olympia Chimney Ventis 1” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) FMI (U.S.A. only) AC AC Triple Wall 6" (15 cm) WARNING: IN EVERY CASE, THE CHIMNEY MUST START WITH A 6'' DIAMETER ANCHOR PLATE SECURED TO THE FIREPLACE. *This fireplace may be installed with a 7‐inch chimney from “Security Chimney” as indicated it the table above. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Anchor Plate (6SP) R NR R R A Anchor Plate (6XSP) NR R NR NR B Screws R R R R C 6″ à 7″ Chimney adaptor (6AW7) NR NR R R 7″Chimney adaptor, 1″ D insulation to 2″ insulation NR NR NR R (7UCA) FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Chimney cannot be enclosed at the AC Triple wall HS, American Metal AC Triple wall HSS attic level. *You can get a kit of four (4) rafter protector (AC03510) from your dealer. Each rafter is made of 22GA galvanized steel (10.44”W x 5.126”H). 1.530” 5.126” 10.44” .512” FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
GYPROCK C INSULATED WALL 8.8 Chimney Support Installation 8.8.1 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. 3. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof as a supplementary support. For roof support installation, refer to the instructions provided with the support by the chimney manufacturer. Many manufacturers will provide the maximum height of chimney that can be supported by the support. Make sure you respect those parameters. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
2. The clearance to combustible must be a minimum of 1" between the outside of the masonry and any wood framing or loose insulation. 3. The chimney must be built in accordance with the current building code. 4. No other appliance can be connected to the same chimney. Installation: The chimney must be relined with a stainless steel liner of the same diameter as the outlet of the ° fireplace. For connection at 30 or 45° angle, a special connector (B) must be used to connect the liner (C) to the insulated chimney (A). Verify availability and installation instructions for this connector with the chimney manufacturer. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
The CO detector will provide warning if for any reason the wood fireplace fails to function correctly. 8.10.1 Air Supply in Conventional Houses The safest and most reliable supply of combustion air for your wood fireplace is from the room in which it is installed. Room air is already preheated so it will not chill the fire, and its availability is not affected by wind pressures on the house. Contrary to commonly expressed concerns, almost all tightly‐sealed new houses have enough natural leakage to provide the small amount of air needed by the fireplace. The only case in FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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In some windy conditions, negative pressure at the duct weatherhood outside the house wall may draw hot exhaust gases from the fireplace backwards through the duct to outdoors. Check the outdoor air duct for soot deposits when the full system is cleaned and inspected at least once each year. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
68" (1.7 m) Maximum length 10' (3m) Ceiling Clearance 12" (30 cm) *The minimum height of the hot air ducting must be measured from the floor to the top of the hot air grilles. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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The hot air grilles can be installed in the same room as the fireplace, or one or both of the grilles can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms. Installing the ducts at different elevations will tend to exhaust more heat out of the higher grilles. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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The duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. It is recommended to wear gloves to perform this procedure. Remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut and remove the insulation in order to obtain two 8" dia. openings. Then, remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes inside the fireplace. 2. Secure the 6 steel brackets (B) with 6 screws provided (C) on top of the fireplace (3 for each ducting). Insert the ducting (A) (not provided) into each opening and secure it in place using the steel brackets (B) installed previously with 6 other self‐tapping screws provided (C). FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Secure hot air outlets (F) to the elbows (E) with 3 self‐tapping screws each. Secure the hot air outlets grilles to the frames with screws. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET FRAME WITH ELBOW DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET DECORATIVE GRILLE WITH ELBOW 4. Maintain at least a 2" (50 mm) clearance between the ducts and the firestop; the required hole size for the hot air grilles (outlet) is 8¼" × 8¼" (210 mm × 210 mm). 5. The maximum number of elbows in a run of duct is two. 6. Maintain at least 10" (254 mm) clearance from the outlet grille framing to a combustible ceiling, side wall or mantel. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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8. Do not connect the hot air ducts to a central heating system. Malfunction of the heating system’s fan will cause the fireplace to overheat. 9. Do not use insulated flexible ducts as they may overheat. 10. Do not use tees or any other components than the ones specifically listed here. 11. All ducts must extend upwards or horizontally. Never route the ducting downwards. 12. The hot air outlet grilles must be installed with the louvers pointing downwards in order to prevent overheating adjacent ceilings. 13. Always install the two outlet grilles when using the hot air outlet kit and blocking the upper louver of the fireplace. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Hot air gravity kit - Modern style (AC01385) The kit includes: Decorative plate (A) Adjustable frame (B) Heat distribution box (C) 6 x steel brackets (D) with fastening screws (E) and self‐tapping screws (F) Parts not included in the kit: 2x 8” rigid ducting (G) FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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DIMENSIONS OF HEAT DISTRIBUTION BOX: DIMENSIONS OF ADJUSTABLE DECORATIVE PLATE: FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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DIMENSIONS OF ASSEMBELED HEAT DISTRIBUTION HOUSING AND ADJUSTABLE DECORATIVE PLATE: The duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. It is recommended to wear gloves to perform this procedure. Remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut and remove the insulation in order to obtain two 8" dia. openings. Then, remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes inside the fireplace. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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2. Secure the 6 steel brackets (B) with 6 screws provided (C) on top of the fireplace (3 for each ducting). Insert the ducting (A) (not provided) into each opening and secure it in place using the steel brackets (B) installed previously with 6 other self‐tapping screws provided (D). 3. Secure the ducting (A) to the heat distribution box (E) with self‐tapping screws (3 per ducting). Insert the adjustable frame (F) in the heat distribution box, press it against the non‐combustible finishing material and secure with 4 screws into the heat distribution box. Set the decorative plate (G) to the adjustable frame (F). FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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ULC S110 and/or UL 181, Class 0 or Class 1 Standards and must withstand temperatures up to 250 °F. For the complete installation procedure, see the installation manual provided with the kit. You can also download this manual at www.valcourtinc.com. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
1. Open the bottom louver (A). 2. Cut the Tie wrap (D) holding in place the blower (C). 3. Lift the blower (C), located under the firebox towards the back, and free it from its pins. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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4. Unplug the blower’s electric wires (E) and (F). 5. Turn 90° to pull out. Repeat the steps in reverse order to reinstall the fan. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Connect the black wire with the black wire of the terminal block. The ground (green or skinned wire) must be attached to the fireplace metal frame. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
To facilitate the installation, do not tighten the nuts until they are all installed. Note: It is not necessary to remove the glass or any other component to install the overlay. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
THE OUTSIDE WALL TERMINATION SHOULD BE INSTALLED WHERE IT IS NOT LIKELY TO BE BLOCKED BY SNOW OR EXPOSED TO EXTREME WIND AND AWAY FROM AUTOMOBILE EXHAUST FUMES, GAS METER AND OTHER VENTS. The fresh air intake kit included with the fireplace contains the following components: a. One (1) 4" adaptor; b. One (1) air inlet block‐off plate; c. Two (2) screws; The following component is not included: a. The outside air inlet cap; b. The 2 adjustable straps. c. A 4” insulated flexible pipe (This HVAC type pipe must comply to ULC S110 and/or UL 181, Class 0 or Class 1 Standards and must withstand temperatures up to 250 °F. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Note: Only remove the knock‐out that will be connected to the fresh air inlet. The fresh air intake kit may be installed on the right hand side of the fireplace. 1. With pliers, remove knockout (A). 2. Attach the fresh air inlet adaptor (B) on the right side of the outside jacket using 2 screws (C) supplied with the kit. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Then screw the block‐off plate (G) just under the air control arm with the help of the two screws provided (H). Once in place, the block‐off plate will ensure that the inlet air will enter through fresh air kit. * If fresh air kit is not used, block‐off plate should not be used. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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To complete the installation, make a hole of 1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm à 13 mm) bigger than the insulate pipe diameter in the outside wall of the house at the chosen location. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (open side down) and fasten the register to the wall, with screws as shown bellow. Place the insulated pipe over the register tube and over the fireplace outside air connector. At each end, carefully pull back the insulation and plastic cover, exposing the flexible pipe. Attach the flexible pipe using pipe clamps. For a better seal, you may also use aluminum tape. Wrap the tape around the joint between the flexible pipe and the air inlets. Carefully push the insulation and plastic cover back over the pipe. Fix the plastic in place using aluminum tape. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
APPENDIX 5: INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL FIRE SCREEN (VA8420) Insert the upper part of the fire screen into the top hinge bracket then insert the lower part of the fire screen in the lower hinge bracket. Repeat for the second door. Warning: Never leave the stove unattended while in use with the fire screen. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
REMOVABLE PARTS Air tubes A (x3) Air tubes brackets B (x3) Screws C (x3) Stainless steel/concret D baffle (x1) 1. Using a ratchet and a 7/16” (12 mm) hexagonal socket, unscrew the two bolts (A) and remove the andiron (B). If necessary, replace the insulating gasket (C) under the andiron. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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2. Remove the front refractory slab (D) and the floor refractory slab (E). 3. Remove the slab holder (F) using a 1/4" (7 mm) hexagonal socket then remove the left slab (G). FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Install the baffle then repeat steps 4, 5 & 6 for the remaining tubes. To remove the tubes, follow the steps in reverse order. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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Note that secondary air tubes can be replaced without removing the baffle board. Important Notes: The air tubes are identified for placement as follows: Model Type of tube FP14 Cartier fireplace Front ► 59 holes of 0.93" Middle ► 57 holes of 0.093" Rear ► 55 holes of 0.093’’ FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
APPENDIX 7: EXPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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1 30 PL60266 LONG TOP STANDOFF 2 31 PL60020 SHORT TOP STANDOFF 2 32 PL61268 REAR STANDOFF 1 33 PL61399 LONG SIDE STANDOFF 2 34 PL63767 SHORT SIDE STANDOFF 4 35 30808 HINGE PIN 2 36 30117 SOCKET SET SCREW #10‐32 X 1/4" 2 37 SE45355 OWNER MANUEL FP14 FIREPLACE 1 FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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54 PL61262 REAR SECONDARY AIR TUBE 1 55 PL61312 BAFFLE 1 56 AC01375 HOT AIR GRAVITY KIT ‐ TRADITIONAL KIT 1 57 49066 90 DEGREE X 8" 26Ga. GALVANISED ELBOW 2 58 30640 GAKLVANISED BOX FOR HOT AIR GRAVITY KIT 8" 2 59 30540 HOT AIR GRAVITY KIT GRILL 1 60 AC01385 HOT AIR GRAVITY KIT ‐ MODERN STYLE 1 61 AC02022 BLOWER ASSEMBLY 1 FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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If large cracks develop, then the refractory slabs should be replaced. To replace the refractory slabs, follow these steps: 1‐ Using a ratchet and a 7/16” (12 mm) hexagonal socket, unscrew the two bolts (A) and remove the andiron (B). If necessary, replace the insulating gasket (C) under the andiron. 2‐ Remove the front refractory slab (D) and floor refractory slab (E). FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
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3‐ Using a power screwdriver and a 1/4" (7 mm) hex tip, remove the slab holders (F) and the side refractory slabs (G) and (H). 4‐ Remove the rear refractory slab (I). To install new refractory slabs, follow the above steps in reverse. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...
Carbon steel firebox components, glass retainers, and handle assembly. 3 years 2 years Blowers, heat sensors, switches, rheostat, wiring, and other controls. 2 years 1 year Paint (peeling), gaskets, insulation, firebrick, and ceramic fibre blankets. 1 year n/a *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: Your name, address and telephone number; Serial number and model name as indicated on the nameplate fixed to the back of your unit; Bill of sale and dealer’s name; Nature of the defect and any relevant information. Before shipping your unit or defective component to our plant, you must obtain from your VALCOURT dealer an Authorization Number. Any merchandise shipped to our plant without authorization will be refused automatically and returned to sender. FP14 Cartier - Installation and Operation Manual...