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Town & Country Fireplaces TC36 ARCH Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Series c modular direct vent fireplace
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IMPORTANT:
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN
WITH THE HOMEOWNER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WARNING: If the information in this manual
is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion
may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
-- Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable vapours and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
-- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbour's phone. Follow the
gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fi re department.
-- Installation and service must be
performed by a qualifi ed installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an after-
market permanently located, manufactured
home (USA only) or mobile home, where
not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases, unless a certifi ed kit is used.
250806-44
TC36 & TC36 ARCH
INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL TC36 & TC36AR
SERIES C
MODULAR DIRECT VENT
FIREPLACE
TC36.CE
5056.427.C

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  • Page 1 -- Do not store or use gasoline or other TC36 & TC36 ARCH fl ammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. INSTALLATION...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    APPENDIX A ....................... 32 MAINTENANCE ....................32 POWER VENT WIRING DIAGRAM .............. 33 TC36 & TC36 ARCH REPLACEMENT PARTS ..........34 TC36 ARCH SPECIFIC REPLACEMENT PARTS ........35 REPLACEMENT PARTS - MAESTRO CONCEALED VALVE ..... 36 ROOF TERMINATION KIT ................37 WALL TERMINATION KIT ................

  • Page 3: Caution

    Fig # 1 TOP STANDOFFS TC36 & TC36 ARCH FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS CENTER OF FLUE OUTLET 250806-44 TC36.CE...

  • Page 4: Important Note For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    Important Note for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: From Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248 CMR 5.08: For all side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above fi nished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfi ed.

  • Page 5: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOP STANDOFFS The Town & Country Fireplace installation and venting The top standoffs are shipped loose inside the fi replace, see must conform to the current CAN/CGA-B149 installation window frame removal on page 28, and must be installed code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code, on top of the fi replace as shown in fi g.
  • Page 6 Fig. # 2 COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING AND FINISH WALL ABOVE STANDOFFS STEEL FRAMING MAY USE COMBUSTIBLE FACING MATERIAL IN THIS AREA STANDOFFS NON-COMBUSTIBLE NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE. FINISH MATERIAL DO NOT INSTALL ANY SEE FIG #7 COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, ELECTRICAL WIRING OR GAS PLUMBING IN THIS AREA.

  • Page 7: Framing And Finishing

    FRAMING AND FINISHING the fi replace is in its fi nal position. Secure the steel frame to the framing brackets on each side of the unit. Ensure that the studs are set back far enough to allow for thickness of Note: The fi replace should be in place and venting fi nishing surface.
  • Page 8 CONCRETE BOARD Fig. # 8 NON-COMBUSTIBLE RECESSED Fig. # 7 DETAIL INSTALLATION DETAIL CONCRETE BOARD NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONCRETE MASONRY TYPE BOARD MATERIAL STEEL STUDS Concrete board (or other non-combus- tible material) must extend 12" above and 4 1/2" to the sides of the framing edges.

  • Page 9: Minimum Combustible Framing Dimensions

    Fig. # 9 MINIMUM COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING DIMENSIONS 48" Including Sheetrock 48 1/4" 12 11/16" 23 3/8" 3/4" 48" WARNING: Fireplace should be in its fi nal location before framing. 54 1/2" 19 1/4" 27 3/8" 48 1/4" 54 1/2" 48" 75 13/16"...

  • Page 10: Maestro Control System

    MAESTRO CONTROL SYSTEM Fig. # 12 The gas control system is located on the right hand side of the fi rebox behind an access panel and the decorative brick panel. The fi replace is operated via a wall switch that can be located up to 25 ft away from the fi replace and also by a hand held remote control unit.
  • Page 11 Fig. # 17 Fig. # 15 4) Remove the pressure test point pipe plug from the manifold test port. The plug is located between the right side lintel Burner installation and fi rebox side. (Fig. #18) 5) Thread the extension piece into the open test port. (Fig. #19) 1) Remove the burner from the packaging and install as per its installation instructions.

  • Page 12: Conversion To Propane

    If this fi replace is to be used on Natural Gas go to step 17. COUNTRY HOME BURNER Fig. # 20 CONVERSION TO PROPANE If the unit is to be used on propane convert as follows using the components supplied with this fi replace: Warning: This conversion kit shall be installed by...
  • Page 13 Fig. # 23 Fig. # 27 Minimum rate screw Fig. # 24 13) Replace the minimum rate screw with the one provided in the propane conversion kit supplied with this fi replace. Ensure that the screw is fully installed. (Fig. #27) Fig.
  • Page 14 21) Press the center button of the wall control. The fi replace Fig.# 30 will shut off. 22) Install the remaining screws in the access panel and tighten. 23) Remove the pressure gauge and the extension piece and thread the pressure test pipe plug into the pressure test port.
  • Page 15 Fig. # 33 Fig. # 35 STANDING PILOT BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON Fig. # 34 Fig. # 36 FLASHES HOUR: HOLD HOLD LEARN BUTTON 250806-44 TC36.CE...
  • Page 16 Initial Settings Fig. # 38 (time and temperature) 1) Press and hold the A1 and A2 buttons at the same time until the temperature symbol fl ashes. (Fig. #36) 2) Use the up and down arrows to set preferred temperature units.
  • Page 17 Weekday Program (Monday through Friday) Fig. # 39 Program one (P1) turns ON at 7:00am and turns OFF at 8:00am Program two (P2) turns ON at 5:00pm and turns OFF at 7:00pm Weekend Program (Saturday and Sunday) Program one (P1) turns ON at 9:00am and turns OFF at 10:00am TIMER Program two (P2) turns ON at 6:00pm and turns OFF at...
  • Page 18 6) Repeat the process to set the P2 weekday, P1 weekend To activate a set point temperature: and P2 weekend programs. 7) When the P2 OFF time is set and the OK button is pressed 1) Press the thermostat button on the lower right hand side the display will stop fl ashing and the remote will be in of the hand held remote to activate the thermostat mode.

  • Page 19: Hearth Extension

    VENTING WALL TERMINATION VENTING Before installing venting for this unit, the installer should read Exterior wall opening: these instructions to insure that the proper vent confi guration Determine the exact position of the fi replace so that the vent has been selected. pipe is centred (if possible) between two building framing Use only Town and Country Termination kits #: members.
  • Page 20 Fig. # 48 WALL THIMBLE AND VENT MUST NOT PROTRUDE BEYOND SIDING Wall thimble: Where a vent pipe passes through a combustible wall, a wall thimble/shield must be used to retain insulation and maintain proper clearances. The wall thimble may be cut to length for various wall thicknesses up to 12"...
  • Page 21 Wall vent terminal: Vent pipe: 1) Engage the 8" vent collar with the vent pipe and slide Install vent pipe through the wall thimble and attach to fl ue terminal into place. Attach the terminal to the outside outlet collar on top of the fi replace. Secure all joints with wall.

  • Page 22: Wall Termination Venting Chart

    WALL TERMINATION VENTING CHART Fig. # 52 Pipe length Minimum rise Pipe length Maximum run Maximum 68 1/2” 1-24” 20 1/2" 1-12" 72 3/4” 1-12” 1-18" 75 3/4" 1-48" 1-12" 78 3/4” 1-24" 1-12” 11' 2" 2-48" 1-24" 3-48" 1-24" 84 3/4”...

  • Page 23: Roof Termination Venting Chart

    ROOF TERMINATION VENTING CHART Fig. # 53 Pipe length Minimum rise Pipe length Maximum run Maximum 68 1/2” 1-24” 29" 1-12" 72 3/4” 1-12” 1-18" 75 1/4" 1-48" 1-12" 78 3/4” 1-24" 1-12” 11' 1 1/2" 2-48" 1-24" 3-48" 1-24" 84 3/4”...

  • Page 24: Roof Termination Venting

    ROOF TERMINATION VENTING Fig. # 55 Ceiling opening: 1) Determine the exact position of the fi replace so that the 14 1/2" vent pipe is centered (if possible) between two building framing members. Lay out the vent system path, minimiz- ing the number of elbows and length of vent.
  • Page 25 Roof vent terminal: 1) Place the roof fl ashing over top of the vent pipe and nail securely to the roof using roofi ng nails, top and sides UNDER shingles, lower end OVER shingles to provide a watershed. Make weather tight by sealing with a roofi ng compound (see Fig.

  • Page 26: Vent Terminal Clearance

    VENT TERMINAL Fig. # 57 VENT TERMINAL MINIMUM CLEARANCE CLEARANCES TO ADJACENT STRUCTURES Minimum clearances to the vent terminal must be maintained as shown in Fig. #57 and Fig. #58. Measure clearances to the nearest edge of termination hood. 36" (91.5 cm) 24"...

  • Page 27: Vent Pipe Sealant

    VENT PIPE SEALANT Fig. #59 APPROVED "HIGH TEMP." SELF-ADHESIVE ALUMINUM TAPE VENT PIPE INSULATED COLLAR SHIELD MUST (Included) BE USED. SEE SECTION BELOW VENT PIPE SEALANT All outer joints of the vent pipe must be sealed with the ap- Fig. #60 INSULATION proved "High Temp."...

  • Page 28: Vent Restrictor Adjustment

    VENT RESTRICTOR ADJUSTMENT Fig. # 62 The vent restrictor is located on the underside of the fi rebox WALL AND ROOF top. The unit leaves the factory with the vent restrictor wide TERMINATION open. The restrictor is built into the appliance for secondary RESTRICTOR air fl ow adjustment.

  • Page 29: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY Caution: The gas line should be installed by a qualifi ed service person in accordance with all building codes. This Correct gas pressure requirement: section is intended as a guide for qualifi ed technicians installing this appliance. Consult local and/or national Natural Gas Propane building codes before proceeding.

  • Page 30: Firebox Panels Installation

    TC36 PANELS PANEL PANEL PANEL PANEL Beige Full Herringbone TCPN.757 Heritage Red Brick TCPN.7571 Tuscan TCPN.74741 Black Porcelain TCPN.757031 TC36 ARCH PANELS Beige Full Herringbone TCPN.7566 Heritage Red Brick TCPN.75704 Tuscan TCPN.748 Black Porcelain TCPN.75702W LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT PANEL PANEL TC36.CE...

  • Page 31: First Fire

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING - Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions building. - Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone. exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    APPENDIX A so that the thicker bead of gasket faces the fi replace. Annual Inspection: MAINTENANCE a) Remove glass panel and log set. Inspect logs and burner Caution: Turn off gas and electrical power supply (if appli- assembly for soot buildup. If excessive buildup of soot is cable) and allow ample time for unit to cool before servicing present, have a qualifi ed service person inspect and adjust unit appliance.

  • Page 33: Power Vent Wiring Diagram

    Fig. # 68 POWER VENT WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM 250806-44 TC36.CE...

  • Page 34: Tc36 & Tc36 Arch Replacement Parts

    TC36 & TC36 ARCH REPLACEMENT PARTS (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. | .... PANEL, UP. BK, HERITAGE RED ..5098.7571.1 1.... GLASS FRAME ........TC36.9120 | 13 ..PANEL, LEFT SIDE, HERNGBN ..5098.7564.B 2....

  • Page 35: Tc36 Arch Specific Replacement Parts

    TC36 ARCH SPECIFIC REPLACEMENT PARTS (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1.... GLASS FRAME ........TC36.9520 2.... REPLACEMENT GLASS(c/w gasket) .GLAS.2088 ....GLASS GASKET KIT ......... 2088.1 8.... FIREBOX HEAT SHIELD ......9504.01 ....SHIELD INSULATION (not shown) .... 9504.5 ....

  • Page 36: Replacement Parts - Maestro Concealed Valve

    REPLACEMENT PARTS - MAESTRO CONCEALED VALVE (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) ITEM ..DESCRIPTION ........PART NO. ITEM ..DESCRIPTION ........PART NO. 1 ... CONTROL ASSEMBLY ......TCCV.9270 |16 ..1/4" BULKHEAD FITTING ...... 5019,101 |2 ..VALVE c/w FITTINGS ......TCCV.500501 |17 ..

  • Page 37: Roof Termination Kit

    WALL TERMINATION KIT WALL SHIELD/CEILING FIRESTOP THIMBLE TCVT.WTA TCVT.THIMA Fig. # 71 Fig. # 72 WALL TERMINAL 16 1/2" TCVT.9360 WALLSHIELD/CEILING FIRESTOP THIMBLE TCVT.THIMA 16 1/2" 9 5/8" ROOF TERMINATION KIT TCVT.RTA Fig. # 73 16 1/2" VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP TCVT.9365 9"...

  • Page 38: Vent Pipe Dimensions

    Fig. # 74 VENT PIPE DIMENSIONS 11" 12" Pipe ..... 10 1/4" 18" Pipe ..... 16 1/4" 24" Pipe ..... 22 1/4" 10 15/16" 48" Pipe ..... 46 1/4" 9 1/2" TCVT.811X12ADJ 11 1/8" TCVT.811X _ _ 13 13/16" 12 9/16" 8 5/16"...

  • Page 39: Vent Offset Chart

    Fig. # 75 VENT OFFSET CHART 12" Pipe..18 5/8"..18" 18" Pipe..22 7/8"..22 3/8" 10 7/8" 24" Pipe..27 1/8"..26 1/2" 48" Pipe..44 1/16"..43 1/2" Adding an adjustable section 1 1/4” to pipe will increase offset by 11 3/8" 2 1/8" to 6 3/4" 1 1/4”...

  • Page 40: Steel Stud Framing Kit

    STEEL STUD FRAMING KIT 1. Top Frame Assembly • TC36.BFRKITA Lay out side studs (2) and center studs (4) on a large fl at surface, see Fig. #76. Each Kit Contains: • Using the screws provided (1), attach the header stud (5) and the plate stud (6) to the center studs (4).
  • Page 41 Fig. #78 Fig. #79 Stud Header Framing Brackets A c c e s s h o l e s m o u n t i n g Stud Plate screws NOTES: 250806-44 TC36.CE...
  • Page 42 NOTES: TC36.CE 250806-44...

  • Page 43: Safety Label Location

    VENTED GAS FIREPLACE - NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL FOYER AU GAZ À ÉVACUATION - NE PAS UTILISER AVEC DU COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE ANSI Z21.50b-2002 / CSA 2.22b-2002 Vented Gas Fireplaces This Appliance is Equipped For Use With / CAN/CGA 2.17-M91 Gas-Fired Appliance For Use At High Altitudes. Cet Appareil est Équipé...
  • Page 44 Phone: 1-877-715-2664 www.townandcountryfi replaces.net 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan, BC V9L 6V8 Printed in Canada...

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