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FP12 Mundo Installation And Operation Manual US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD FIREPLACE Listed to standards ULC‐S610 and UL 127 by an accredited laboratory 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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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS VALCOURT WOOD FIREPLACE As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, Stove Builder International takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want to help you get maximum satisfaction as you use this product. In the pages that follow you will find general advice on wood heating, detailed instructions for safe and effective installation, and guidance on how to get the best performance from this fireplace as you build and maintain fires, and maintain your wood heating system. We recommend that our wood burning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are ...
Table of content PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ........6 Safety Information ................6 Summary of Operation and Maintenance Cautions and Warnings .............6 General Information ................8 FP12 Mundo Specifications ........................8 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You ................ 11 The Benefits of Low Emissions and High Efficiency ................ 11 ...
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Maintaining Your Wood Heating System ........24 Fireplace Maintenance ........................ 24 5.1.1 Plated Finish Maintenance ...................... 24 5.1.2 Glass Door Cleaning ........................ 24 5.1.3 Door Adjustment ........................... 25 5.1.4 Door Alignment .......................... 26 5.1.5 Replacing the Door Gasket ...................... 28 5.1.6 Replacing the Glass or the Glass Gasket .................. 29 ...
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Appendix 4: Installing the Mandatory Adapter for Fresh Air Intake Kit ......................83 Appendix 5: Installation of Secondary Air Tubes and Baffle .... 86 Appendix 6: Exploded Diagram and Parts List ........90 VALCOURT LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ........95 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 ...
PART A ‐ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Please see Part B for installation instructions. 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1 Summary of Operation and Maintenance Cautions and Warnings • HOT WHILE IN OPERATION, KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. GLOVES MAY BE NEEDED FOR FIREPLACE OPERATION. • USING A FIREPLACE WITH CRACKED OR BROKEN COMPONENTS, SUCH AS GLASS OR FIREBRICKS OR BAFFLES MAY PRODUCE AN UNSAFE CONDITION AND MAY DAMAGE THE FIREPLACE. • OPERATE ONLY WITH DOOR FULLY CLOSED OR FULLY OPEN WITH FIRE SCREEN IN PLACE. IF DOOR IS LEFT PARTLY OPEN, GAS AND FLAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE OPENING, CREATING RISKS FROM BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE. ...
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• THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE MAINTAINED AND OPERATED AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. • DO NOT ELEVATE THE FIRE BY MEANS OF GRATES, AND IRONS OR OTHER MEANS. • THIS FIREPLACE MUST ALWAYS BE USED WITH THE ORIGINAL ANDIRONS (SEE APPENDIX 5: EXPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS). • A SUPPLY OF COMBUSTION AIR FROM OUTDOORS IS REQUIRED FOR THIS FIREPLACE. WE RECOMMEND INSTALLING A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN THE SAME ROOM WHERE THE FIREPLACE IS INSTALLED. ...
2 GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1 FP12 Mundo Specifications Fuel Type Cordwood Test Standards (safety) ULC‐S610 and UL 127 Test Standard (emissions) EPA Method 28 (40 CFR Part 60) Heating capacity range* 500 to 2100 sq. ft. (46.5 to 195 m ) Maximum heat output** 30,450 BTU/h (8.9 kW/h) (EPA test fuel) Maximum heat output** 75,000 BTU/h (22 kW/h) (natural hardwood fuel) Optimum efficiency 77 % Particulate Emissions 4.4 g/h Approximate Burn Time* 8 to 9 hours Shipping Weight 429 lb (195 kg) Firebox Volume 2.5 cu.ft. (0.071 m ) Maximum Log Length 21" east‐west*** Flue Outlet Diameter 6" (150 mm) diameter (vertical) Baffle Material C‐Cast Mobile home approved No * Burn time and heating capacity may vary subject to location in home, chimney draft, chimney diameter, ...
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2.2 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You Your new FP12 Mundo 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 spend most of your time will be warmest, while bedrooms and basement (if there is one) will stay cooler. In this way, you will burn less wood than with other forms of heating. Although the fireplace may be able to heat the main living areas of your house to an adequate temperature, we strongly recommend that you also have a conventional oil, gas or electric heating system to provide backup heating. ...
2.4 The SBI Commitment to You and the Environment The SBI team is committed to protecting the environment, so we do everything we can to use only materials in our products that will have no lasting negative impact on the environment. 2.4.1 What is Your New Fireplace Made Of? 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 ...
3 FUEL 3.1 Materials That Should Not be Burned • GARBAGE OF ANY KIND, • COAL OR CHARCOAL, • TREATED, PAINTED OR COATED WOOD, • PLYWOOD OR PARTICLE BOARD, • FINE PAPER, COLORED PAPER OR CARDBOARD, • SALT WATER DRIFTWOOD, • MANUFACTURED LOGS CONTAINING WAX OR CHEMICAL ADDITIVES, • RAILROAD TIES, • LIQUIDS SUCH AS KEROSENE OR DIESEL FUEL TO START A FIRE. WARNING: DO NOT POKE OR STIR THE LOGS WHILE THEY ARE BURNING. USE ONLY FIRELOGS THAT HAVE BEEN TESTED FOR USE IN FIREPLACES (SEE ULC/ORD‐C127, COMPOSITE FIRELOGS) AND ...
3.2.3 Log Length Logs should be cut at least 1” (25 mm) shorter than the firebox so they fit in easily. Pieces that are even slightly too long make loading the fireplace very difficult. The most common standard length of firewood is 16” (400 mm). The pieces should be a consistent length, with a maximum of 1” (25 mm) variation from piece to piece. 3.2.4 Piece Size 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. ...
3.2.5 How to Dry Firewood Firewood that is not dry enough to burn is the cause of most complaints about wood fireplaces. Continually burning green or unseasoned wood produces more creosote and involves lack of heat and dirty glass door. See Section 5: Maintaining your wood heating system for concerns about creosote. Here are some things to consider in estimating drying time: • firewood takes a long time to dry • firewood bought from a dealer is rarely dry enough to burn, so it is advisable to buy the wood in spring and dry it yourself • drying happens faster in dry weather than in damp, maritime climates • drying happens faster in warm summer weather than in winter weather • small pieces dry more quickly than large pieces • split pieces dry more quickly than unsplit rounds • softwoods take less time to dry than hardwoods • softwoods like pine, spruce, and poplar/aspen can be dry enough to burn after being stacked in the open for only the summer months ...
You could buy a wood moisture meter to test your firewood. 3.3 Manufactured Logs Do not burn manufactured logs made of wax impregnated sawdust or logs with any chemical additives. Manufactured logs made of 100% compressed sawdust can be burned, but use caution in the number of these logs burned at one time. Start with one manufactured log and see how the fireplace reacts. Never use more than two manufactured logs at a time. ...
4.1 The use of a fire screen This fireplace has been tested for use with an open door in conjunction with a fire screen (AC01364, sold separately). Make sure the fire screen is properly secured on the fireplace to avoid any risk of sparks damaging your flooring. When the fire screen is in use, do not leave the fireplace unattended so that you can respond promptly in the event of smoke spillage into the room. Potential causes of smoke spillage are described in Section 8: The Venting System of this manual. 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 ...
4.3.1 Conventional Fire Starting The conventional way to build a wood fire is to bunch up 5 to 10 sheets of plain newspaper and place them in the firebox. Next, place 10 or so pieces of fine kindling on the newspaper. This kindling should be very thin; less than 1” (25 mm). ...
4.3.3 Two Parallel Logs Place two spit logs in the firebox. Place a few sheets of twisted newspaper between the logs. Now place some fine kindling across the two logs and some larger kindling across those, log cabin style. 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 ...
4.4.2 Ash Removal Ash should be removed from the firebox every two or three days of full time heating. Do not let the ash build up in the firebox because it will interfere with proper fire management. The best time to remove ash is after an overnight fire when the fireplace is relatively cool, but there is still some chimney draft to draw the ash dust into the fireplace and prevent it from coming into the room. After ashes have been removed from the fireplace and placed in a tightly covered metal container, they should be taken outside immediately. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non‐combustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal. Ashes normally contain some live charcoal that can stay hot for several days. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or ...
4.4.4 Firing Each New Load Hot Place the new load of wood on and behind the charcoal, and not too close to the glass. Close the door and open the air control fully. Leave the air control fully open until the firebox is full of flames, the wood has charred to black and its edges are glowing red. Firing each load of wood hot accomplishes a few things: • drives the surface moisture from the wood, • creates a layer of char on the wood, which slows down its release of smoke, • heats the firebox components so they reflect heat back to the fire, and • heats the chimney so it can produce strong, steady draft for the rest of the cycle. Although it is important to fire each new load hot to prepare for a clean burn, do not allow the fire to burn at full intensity for more than a few minutes. DO NOT LEAVE THE FIREPLACE UNATTENDED WHILE A NEW LOAD IS BEING FIRED HOT. DO NOT OVERFIRE. When you burn a new load of wood hot to heat up the wood, the fireplace and the chimney, the result will be a surge of heat from the fireplace. This heat surge is welcome when the room temperature is a little lower than desirable, but not welcome if the space is already warm. Therefore, allow each load of wood to burn down so that the space begins to cool off a little before loading. Letting the space cool before loading ...
4.4.6 Building Different Fires for Different Needs Using the air control is not the only way to match the fireplace’s heat output to the heat demand. Your house will need far less heat in October than in January to be kept at a comfortable temperature. If you fill the firebox full in fall weather, you will either overheat the space or turn the fireplace down so much that the fire will be smoky and inefficient. Here are some suggestions for building fires to match different heat demand. 4.4.6.1 Small Fires to Take the Chill Off the House To build a small fire that will produce a low heat output, use small pieces of firewood and load them crisscross in the firebox. The pieces should be only 3” to 4” in diameter. After raking the coals, you can lay ...
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The table below provides a very general indication of the maximum burn cycle times you are likely to experience, based on firebox volume. MAXIMUM FIREBOX VOLUME BURN TIME <1.5 cubic feet 3 to 5 hours 1.5 c.f. to 2.0 c.f 5 to 6 hours 2.0 c.f. to 2.5 c.f. 6 to 8 hours 2.5 c.f. to 3.0 c.f. 8 to 9 hours >3.0 c.f. 9 to 10 hours Long burn times are not necessarily an indication of efficient fireplace operation. When you are home during the day and able to tend the fire, it is preferable to build a smaller fire that might provide three or ...
5 MAINTAINING YOUR WOOD HEATING SYSTEM 5.1 Fireplace Maintenance Your new fireplace will give many years of reliable service if you use and maintain it correctly. Some of the internal components of the firebox, such as firebricks, baffles and air tubes, will wear over time under intense heat. You should always replace defective parts with original parts (see Appendix 5: Exploded Diagram and Parts List). Firing each load hot to begin a cycle as described above will not cause premature deterioration of the fireplace. However, letting the fireplace run with the air control fully open for the entire burn cycles can cause damage over time. The hotter you run the fireplace throughout burn cycles, ...
5.1.3 Door Adjustment In order for your fireplace to burn at its best efficiency, the door must provide a perfect seal with the firebox. Therefore, the gasket should be inspected periodically to check for a good seal. The gasket seal may be improved with a simple latch mechanism adjustment. To adjust: 1. Open the door and locate the upper and lower locking systems to the right of fireplace. 2. Using an Allen key, turn the adjustment screw counter clockwise to increase the pressure between the door frame and the fireplace opening. To reduce the pressure, in the case of a new gasket for example, turn the adjustment screw clockwise. 25 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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Using a flat screwdriver, turn the adjustable hinge rods in the direction shown to adjust the doors. Tighten all door hinge pressure screws when they are at the desired positions. 27 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
5.1.5 Replacing the Door Gasket It is important to maintain the gasket in good condition. After a year or more of use, the door gasket will compress and become hard, which may allow air to leak past it. You can test the condition of the door gasket by closing and latching the door on a strip of paper. Test all around the door. If the paper slips out easily anywhere, it is time to replace the gasket. Use the correct replacement gasket that you can purchase from your retailer. The diameter and density of the gasket is important to getting a good seal. Place the door face‐down on something soft like a cushion of rags or piece of carpet. Remove the old gasket from the door by pulling and prying it out with an old screw driver. Then use the screwdriver to scrape the old gasket adhesive from the door. Now run a 1/4” (6 mm) bead of high temperature silicone in the door gasket groove. Starting from the middle of the hinge side, press the gasket into the groove. Do not stretch the gasket as you place it. Leave the gasket about 1/2” long when you cut it and press the end into the groove. ...
5.1.6 Replacing the Glass or the Glass Gasket The glass used in the FP12 is 5 mm thick of dimension: 31 1/8" (791 mm) x 17 1/4" (438 mm)and tested to reach temperatures up to 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). WARNING: TEMPERED GLASS OR ORDINARY GLASS WILL NOT WITHSTAND THE HIGH TEMPERATURES OF THE FP12. WARNING: DO NOT ABUSE THE GLASS DOOR BY SLAMMING IT AGAINST THR FIREPLACE. WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE FIREPLACE WITH A CRACKED OR BROKEN GLASS. In order to replace the glass, use the following procedure; 1. Remove the door from its hinges and lay it on a flat surface. 2. Remove the upper glass retainer (A) and the lower glass retainer (B) held in place by the screw (C). 3. Remove glass (D). 4. Repeat the steps in reverse order to install the new glass. ...
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The gasket must be centred on the edge of the glass. To do this easily, peel back a section of the paper covering the adhesive and place the gasket on a table with the adhesive side up. Stick the end of the gasket to the middle of top edge of the glass, then press the edge of the glass down onto the gasket, taking care that it is perfectly centred on the gasket. Peel off more of the backing and press the whole length of the edge of the glass onto the gasket. Do not stretch the gasket as you place it. Cut to the necessary length. Now pinch the gasket to the glass in a U shape over the front and back of the glass. Do the same for the bottom edge of the glass. Location Length Dimensions Around glass 31 1/8" (79 cm) (2X) “U” shaped self adhesive Derrière la vitre 90" (229 cm) Plat, auto‐adhésif (1/8" x 1") An other glass gasket is located at the back of the glass. When replace in the glass or as needed, install according to following illustrations. ...
Reinstall the glass, being careful to centre the glass carefully in the door. Do not over‐tighten the screws. Note that the two main causes of broken door glass are uneven placement in the door and over‐tightening of retaining screws. Do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the fireplace if the glass is broken. To change the glass, perform the same operation described above. 5.1.7 Cleaning and Painting the Fireplace Do not attempt to clean or paint the fireplace when the unit is hot. Painted surfaces can be wiped down with a damp cloth. Plated surfaces may be scratched by abrasive cleaners. To maintain the finish at its original brilliance, use only a damp soft cloth to clean plated surfaces. If the paint becomes scratched or damaged, you can give your wood fireplace a brand new look by repainting it with heat‐resistant paint. Before painting, roughen the surface with fine sand paper, wipe it ...
5.2.3 Cleaning the Chimney Chimney cleaning can be a difficult and dangerous job. If you don’t have experience cleaning chimneys, you might want to hire a professional chimney sweep to clean and inspect the system for the first time. After having seen the cleaning process, you can decide if it is a job you would like to take on. ...
5.2.5 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 air intake controls; 2. Alert your family of the possible danger; 3. If you require assistance, alert your fire department; 4. If possible, use a dry chemical fire extinguisher, baking soda or sand to control the fire. Do not use water as it may cause a dangerous steam explosion; 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; ...
PART B – INSTALLATION Install the fireplace only as described in these instructions and using only components from the chimney manufacturers listed in table 2. Parts Required FP12 Mundo Fireplace Insulated chimney made by the manufacturers listed in table 2, with the corresponding specifications : Chimney lengths Elbows (where necessary) Gravity Kit Associated components as per these installation instructions. 6 SAFETY INFORMATION 6.1 Summary of Installation Cautions and Warnings • THE INFORMATION GIVEN ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL AFFIXED TO THE APPLIANCE ALWAYS OVERRIDES ...
• THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED TO BE INSTALLED INSIDE A MASONRY CHIMNEY. 6.2 Regulations Covering Fireplace Installation When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the FP12 Mundo wood fireplace is suitable for use in residential installations. The FP12 Mundo wood fireplace is not intended for installation in a bedroom of a mobile home. In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and the CSA C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code requirements. In ...
6.3 Fireplace Installation BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR FIREPLACE, YOU MUST INSTALL THE TWO SPACERS AND THE HEAT SHIELD ON TOP AND THE TWO SPACERS ON THE BACK OF THE FIREPLACE. The spacers and the heat shield are in the firebox of the fireplace and the screws are with the manual kit. Using the screws provided, install the two spacers (A) and the heat shield (B) on top of the fireplace and the two spacers (C) on the back of it. 6.3.1 Locating the FP12 MUNDO 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 gravity kit, the fresh air intake kit and the chimney. If possible, you should choose a location where the chimney will pass through the house without cutting floor or roof rafters. B. Usually, no additional floor support is needed for the fireplace. The adequacy of the floor can be checked ...
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6.3.1.1 Raised base installation of more than 4" (R value for the hearth extension not required) The FP12 Mundo may be installed directly on the floor or on a raised combustible or non combustible base. If the fireplace is elevated more than 4" (B), an R value for the hearth extension is not required. 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. Note that the non‐combustible hearth extension floor area must extend at least 18" (457 mm) in front of the hearth as shown in Section 6.3.2: Minimum Heart Extension Requirements. MINIMUM CLEARANCES MEASUREMENTS A 80" (2032 mm) E 2" (51 mm) 4" (102 mm) B minimum 37 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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6.3.1.2 On the floor or on a raised base of less than 4" installation (R value for the hearth extension required) In the case where the fireplace is installed directly on the floor or on a raised base of less than 4", an R value for the hearth extension is required. In these case also, the joint between the hearth extension and ...
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A non‐combustible floor protection with R value insulation equal to or greater than 1.00 must be installed in front of the unit. For more details see Section 6.3.2: Minimum Heart Extension Requirements. The use of an R value is convenient when more than one material is going to be used in the hearth extension to cover the combustible surface. This is because R values are additive, whereas K values are not. To find the corresponding R factor to use for some selected materials, please see Thermal Characteristics of Common Floor Protection Materials table. CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE CARPET UNDER THE FLOOR PROTECTION IN FRONT OF THE FIREPLACE 6.3.1.3 R Calculations There are two ways to calculate the R factor of the floor protection. First, by adding the R‐values of the proposed materials or if some K and thickness values are given, by converting them to R values. ...
Thermal Characteristics of Common Floor Protection Materials* MATERIAL CONDUCTIVITY (k) RESISTANCE (R) PER INCH PER INCH THICKNESS ® Micore 160 0.39 2.54 ® Micore 300 0.49 2.06 ® Durock 1.92 0.52 ® Hardibacker 1.95 0.51 ® Hardibacker 500 2.3 0.44 ® Wonderboard 3.23 0.31 Cement mortar 5.00 0.2 Common brick ...
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CLEARANCES A 18" (457 mm)* B 41.5" (1054 mm) C 8" (203 mm) *On a raised base installation of more than 4", a non‐combustible hearth extension floor area must extend at least 16" (406 mm) in front of the hearth. 43 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
6.3.3 Framing, Facing, Mantel, and Combustible Shelf 6.3.3.1 Framing The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations: A. Frame the sides and back of the fireplace using 2" × 3" (5 cm x 8 cm) or heavier lumber. However, the front studs as well as headers on top of the fireplace must be of a depth no more than the depth of the top standoffs. WARNING: COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING MATERIAL CANNOT BE USED IN THE SPACE DIRECTLY ABOVE THE FIREPLACE, ...
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Wall finish behind the fireplace’s faceplate installation MEASUREMENTS CLEARANCES E* 37 3/4" (959 mm) A 4 7/8" (124 mm) F* 24 3/4" (630 mm) B* 8" (203 mm) G 1 1/2" (39 mm) MAX C* 5" (127 mm) D* 80" (2032 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. 45 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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See Appendix 4: Installing the Mandatory Adapter for Fresh Air Intake Kit (J). Fresh air intake kit (J) installation LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area MINIMUM MEASUREMENTS FOR FRESH AIR INTAKE (L)** H* 12" (305 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. ** The fresh air intake kit must be installed on the right side of the fireplace. 46 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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CLEARANCES ** K* 53 3/8" (1356 mm) L* 75 1/2" (1918 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 K and L are minimum measurements. They may need to be increased to alloy installation of a fresh air intake kit, or depending on the finish material used. 47 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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CLEARANCES A 3" (76 mm) maximum B 5 5/8" (143 mm) minimum C 24" (610 mm) minimum 6.3.3.2 Facing 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. Non‐combustible materials such as brick, stone or ceramic tile may project in front of and onto the fireplace decorative frame. Caution: Materials must be installed so that the faceplate may be removed after the installation. The faceplate is designed to overlap the material surrounding the fireplace. If the material is thicker, ...
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A = FIREPLACE B = HOT AIR REGISTER C* D E F G 80" 1½" MINIMUM 8" MINIMUM 1½" MINIMUM 12" minimum *Must be measured from the base of the fireplace and not from the floor. LEGEND Combustible material allowed in this area Non‐combustible material only in this area 49 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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6.3.3.3 Compliance of a Combustible Mantel Shelf The installation of the combustible shelf is permitted. Refer to Figure 15 in order to locate the safe location. The shelf shall have a depth (C) up to 12 "(305 mm) and shall be installed 48" (1219 mm) from the firebox base (B). In the following illustration, no combustible material is allowed in the area in white. A B C D E F 80’’ 48’’ 12’’ MAXIMUM 8’’ 12’’ 9” Heat Management Systems The heat management systems must be installed on the FP12 MUNDO. See Appendix 1: Heat Management Systems Installation (AC01375 OR AC01385) for installation and safety rules. 51 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
7 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL The clearances shown in this section have been determined by test according to procedures set out in safety standards ULC S610 (Canada) and UL127 (U.S.A.). When the fireplace is installed so that its surfaces are at or beyond the minimum clearances specified, combustible surfaces will not overheat under normal and even abnormal operating conditions. No part of the fireplace may be located closer to combustibles than the minimum clearance figures given. The following clearances meet the minimum requirements for a safe installation. Side wall: 24" (61 cm) measured from the inside door frame. Side mantle: 5 5/8" (143 mm) (3" (76 mm) maximum of protrusion) measured from the inside door frame. Wall in front of fireplace: 48" Ceiling: 80 in. (2.03 m) measured from the base of the fireplace. Fireplace enclosure: Back wall: 0" Sides: 0" Floor (under the fireplace): 0" Chimney: 2" (50 mm) Combustible shelf: 48" (122 cm) measured from the base of the fireplace for a shelf with a depth of 12" or less. 7.1 Locating the Certification Label ...
8 THE VENTING SYSTEM 8.1 General The venting system, acts as the engine that drives your wood heating system. Even the best fireplace will not function safely and efficiently as intended if it is not connected to a suitable chimney. The heat in the flue gases that pass from the fireplace into the chimney is not waste heat. This heat is what the chimney uses to make the draft that draws in combustion air, keeps smoke inside the fireplace and safely vents exhaust to outside. You can think of heat in the flue gas as the fuel the chimney uses to make draft. 8.2 Suitable Chimneys Your wood fireplace will provide optimum efficiency and performance when connected to a 6‐inch diameter chimney. ...
There are two reasons why the chimney in the house at right will cold backdraft when it is cold outside and there is no fire burning in the fireplace. First, the chimney runs up the outside of the house, so the air in it is colder and denser than the warm air in the house. And second, the chimney is shorter than the heated space of the house, meaning the negative pressure low in the house will pull outside air down the chimney, through the fireplace and into the room. Even the finest fireplace will not work well when connected to this ...
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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. 55 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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12. For installations where more than one chimney is located in the same non‐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. 18" 18" 457.2mm 457.2mm 18" 457.21mm 16"...
8.6 Chimney Installation Instructions Always refer to the chimney manufacturer’s Installation manual to ensure a safe installation. Some non‐ illustrated parts may be required. 8.6.1 Examples of Typical Chimney Installation To insure a good draft, it is recommended to have a length of 18 A inches from the top of the unit to the first ...
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Interior offset installation Connection to a masonry chimney 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass. 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. 59 FP12 Mundo ‐ 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 installing the first chimney length. Continue installing chimney lengths making sure to lock each length in place. 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 ...
8.6.2 Offset Chimney Installation TABLE 1 ‐ THE MINIMUM SYSTEM HEIGHT WHEN USING ELBOWS IS: Fireplace model FP12 MUNDO 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) After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows: 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. ...
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TABLE 2 ‐ LISTED CHIMNEYS FOR YOUR FP12 MUNDO CHIMNEY BRAND TYPE INNER DIAMETER MANUFACTURER Selkirk CF Sentinel (CF) 2” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Super Pro 2100 (ALT) 2” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Selkirk Super Vent 2100 (JM) 2” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Security Chimney ASHT+ 1” Solid Pack 6" or 7" (15 or 18 cm)* Security Chimney S‐2100 + 2” Solid Pack 6" or 7" (15 or 18 cm)* Simpson Dura Vent Dura Tech 1” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Simpson Dura Vent Dura Plus HTC 2” Solid Pack 6" (15 cm) Simpson Dura Vent Dura Plus AC Triple Wall 6" (15 cm) ICC ...
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Inner diameter 6″ Inner diameter 7″ Reference Parts required. (The numbers in 1″ 2″ 1″ 2″ in figure brackets are the parts numbers insulation insulation insulation insulation bellow. used by Security Chimneys) (ASHT+) (S2100+) (ASHT+) (S2100+) A Anchor Plate (6SP) R NR R R A Anchor Plate (6XSP) NR R NR NR B Screws R R R R C ...
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TABLE 3 – LIST OF MANDATORY COMPONENTS CHIMNEY MANDATORY COMPONENTS TYPE/BRAND MANUFACTURER Rafter protector at the roof level if chimney is enclosed at the attic level. Requires insulated attic radiation shield unless chimney is enclosed at 1" Solid Pack: ASHT+, Security Chimney the attic level. 2" Solid Pack : S‐2100 Requires the use of a 6AW7 (Solid pack 1") adapter for a ASHT+ of 7". ...
8.7 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. In cold climate locations, it is recommended that you use the insulated wall radiation shield since it will maintain the home’s thermal barrier. A INSULATED WALL RADIATION SHIELD B 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.
8.8.2 Universal Offset Support This support is used to support the chimney above an offset. When the chimney offset is used to pass through a wall, this support may be used on the wall to support the chimney. For offset 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 ...
Follow these steps: 1. Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the elbow or chimney section (A) on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval the location where the flue liner will enter the masonry chimney. 2. In the middle of the oval, drill a hole in the masonry chimney at 45 or 30. 3. Increase the size of the hole until a 45 or 30 insulated liner adapter (B) can be easily slipped through. ...
APPENDIX 1: HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS INSTALLATION Different heat distribution systems can be installed with the FP12 Mundo: One of these two heat distribution systems (sold separately) is mandatory on the FP12 Mundo: Gravity kit ‐ Traditional style (AC01375) Gravity kit ‐ Modern style (AC01385)* You can also install the following option: Forced Air Distribution kit (AC01363)* * T he Forced Air Distribution kit (AC01363) with heat activated system, can be installed only with the Gravity kit ‐ Modern style (AC01385), sold separately. GRAVITY KIT ‐ TRADITIONAL STYLE (AC01375) The kit includes: 2 x hot air outlets: grilles (A) and frames (B); ...
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DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET FRAME WITH ELBOW DIMENSIONS OF HOT AIR OUTLET DECORATIVE GRILLE WITH ELBOW 69 FP12 Mundo ‐ 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. 70 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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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 ...
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3. Secure the ducting (A) to the 90° elbows (E) with self‐tapping screws (3 per elbow). Insert the frames (F) in the elbow (E). Set hot air outlets frames behind the non‐combustible materiel and secure to the wall with screws. Secure the frames (F) to the elbows (E) with 3 self‐tapping screws ...
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7. 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. 73 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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C D C D 12’’ MINIMUM 8’’ MINIMUM 12’’ MINIMUM 60’’ MINIMUM Clearances above are good for the gravity kit ‐ Traditional style (AC01375) and for the gravity kit ‐ Modern style (AC01385). 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.
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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) 75 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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DIMENSIONS OF ASSEMBELED HEAT DISTRIBUTION BOX 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. ...
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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 (C). 78 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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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). 79 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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THE OPTIONAL FORCED AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT (NOT TESTED TO EPA STANDARDS) (AC01363)* It is possible to connect a forced air distribution kit (AC01363) on the left side (1) or on the back (2) of the FP12 Mundo. This kit allows distributing heat to another room up to 50 feet (15 m) of the fireplace. The insulated flexible pipe (not included in the kit) must be HVAC type pipe and must comply with ULC S110 and/or UL 181, Class 0 or Class 1 Standards and must withstand temperatures up to 250 °F. * T he Forced Air Distribution kit (AC01363) with heat activated system, can be installed only with the Gravity kit ‐ Modern style (AC01385), and are sold separately. ...
APPENDIX 2: THE OPTIONAL FINISHING TRIM INSTALLATION (VA10FL02) FINISHING TRIM DIMENSIONS: Installation: Set the finishing trim around the fireplace frame. If desired, the back of the finishing trim may be glued. 81 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
APPENDIX 3: INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL FIRE SCREEN (AC01364) 1. Bring the fire screen close to the door opening. 2. Insert the fire screen hinge pins in the holes on the door hinges. Close the fire screen and press firmly against the door opening. Accrocher le pare‐étincelle au rivet dans le cadre de porte. Warning: Never leave the stove unattended while in use with the fire screen. ...
APPENDIX 4: INSTALLING THE MANDATORY ADAPTER FOR FRESH AIR INTAKE KIT During operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion. The FP12 Mundo requires the installation of a fresh air intake kit. THE INSULATED FLEXIBLE PIPE LENGTH SHOULD BE SUFFICIENT AND HAVE A CONFIGURATION TO AVOID CONDENSATION. THE OUTSIDE WALL TERMINATION MUST NOT BE INSTALLED AT MORE THAN 50% OF THE TOTAL HIGHT OF THE CHIMNEY AND AT THE MOST 10 FT. (3 M) ABOVE THE BASE OF THE FIREPLACE. THE FRESH AIR MUST COME FROM OUTSIDE THE HOUSE. THE AIR INTAKE MUST NOT DRAW AIR FROM THE ATTIC, FROM THE BASEMENT, OR FROM A GARAGE. 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.
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Secure the fresh air intake adapter (A) on the fireplace jacket using the 4 screws provided with the kit. Then, install the flexible pipe* (C) (not supplied) to the fresh air intake adapter (A) using one of the adjustable pipe clamps (B). Secure the other end of the pipe to the outside wall termination (D) using the second ...
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To complete the installation, make a hole of1/4" 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. 85 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
APPENDIX 5: INSTALLATION OF SECONDARY AIR TUBES AND BAFFLE REMOVABLE PARTS Air tubes A (x4) Cotter pins B (x4) C‐cast baffle C (x1) Baffle insulation D (x1) Baffle insulation weight E (x1) 1. Using a ratchet key and a Torx socket (T‐30), unscrew the two Torx screws (B) holding up the andiron (A). 86 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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2. Remove the floor refractory slab (C). 3. Using a power screwdriver and a 5/16" hexagonal socket, remove the slab holder (D) and the left refractory slab (E). 87 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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4. Starting with the rear tube, lean and insert the right end of the secondary air tube into the rear right channel hole. Then, lift and push the tube towards the right inside the hole in the right channel. 5. Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the tab of the left air channel hole. 88 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
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6. Insert a cotter pin in the last hole on the right side of the tube. Then bend the tabs on the pin to keep in place. 7. Repeat steps 4, 5 and 6 for the two tubes in the back then install the baffle. Then, install the two front tubes. 8. To remove the tubes use the above steps in reverse order. ...
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IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your stove, please provide the model number and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrade or availability. Contact an authorized dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials. Use of non‐approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards. # Item Description Qty ...
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# Item Description Qty 39 PL63767 SIDE FRONT SPACER 4 40 PL63768 SIDE REAR SPACER 2 41 PL53065 REAR SPACER 2 42 22155 REFRACTORY LEFT STONE 1 43 22154 REFRACTORY RIGHT STONE 1 44 22153 REFRACTORY BACK STONE 1 45 22137 FLOOR REFRACTORY SLAB 1 46 24166 CAST IRON ANDIRON FOR FIREPLACE 1 47 30506 SCREW PAN TORX TYPE F 1/4‐20 X 1" BLACK 2 ...
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Refractory slabs Replacement The intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory slabs. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in “First Fires”. They will not normally diminish the effectiveness of the refractory slabs. If large cracks develop, then the refractory slabs should be replaced. To replace the refractory slabs, follow these steps: 1‐ Using a ratchet key and a Torx (T‐30) socket, unscrew the two Torx screws (B) holding up the andiron (A). 2‐ Remove the floor refractory slab (C). 93 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual...
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3‐ Using a power screwdriver and a 5/16” hexagonal socket, remove the slab holders (D) and the refractory slabs (E) and (F). 4‐ Remove the rear refractory slab (G). To install new refractory slabs, follow the above steps in reverse. 94 FP12 Mundo ‐ Installation and Operation Manual ...
VALCOURT LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from factory. Products covered under this warranty must have been manufactured after the revision date indicated below. Proof of purchase (dated bill of sale), model name and serial number must be supplied when making any warranty claim to your VALCOURT dealer. This warranty applies to normal residential use only. Damages caused by misuse, abuse, improper installation, lack of maintenance, over firing, negligence or accident during transportation, power failures, downdrafts, or venting problems are ...