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Vermont Castings Sovereign Series SA36R Installation Manual

Vermont Castings Sovereign Series SA36R Installation Manual

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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
This fireplace uses SL300 Series Chimney
2" CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES AND BUILDING INSULATION FROM CHIMNEY REQUIRED.
NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual!
Model(s):

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Installation and service of this fireplace should be
performed by qualified personnel. Vermont Cast-
ings Group recommends NFI certified profession-
als, or technicians supervised by an
NFI certified professional.
VCG Sovereign Series • SA36R/SA42R • Installers Manual • 4010-259 • Rev A • 02/05/15
Installation Manual
Installation and Fireplace Setup
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• DO NOT overfire. Overfiring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may
cause house fire.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fireplace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable
materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
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  • Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace

    Installation Manual Installation and Fireplace Setup INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference. This fireplace uses SL300 Series Chimney 2” CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES AND BUILDING INSULATION FROM CHIMNEY REQUIRED. NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual! WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. •...
  • Page 3 Manual bag and all of its contents are removed from the fireplace and given to the party responsible for use and operation. Vermont Castings Group recommends the following: • Photographing the installation and copying this checklist for your le. • That this checklist remain visible at all times on the replace until the installation is complete.

  • Page 4: Product Specific & Important Safety Information

    Product Specific & Important Safety Information B. Non-Combustible Materials A. Fireplace Certification This fireplace system has been tested and listed in accor- • Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of dance with UL 127 and ULC-S610 standards by Underwrit- any combination of the following: ers Laboratories Inc.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started A. Typical Fireplace System Additional lateral support for chimney above roof (or enclosed in chase) if needed Termination cap Storm Collar Non-combustible roof flashing maintains minimum clearance Chimney penetrates roof around chimney preferably without affecting roof rafters Support straps Offset &...

  • Page 6: Design And Installation Considerations

    B. Design and Installation Considerations Consideration should be given to these factors before deciding on a location. NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and NOTICE: In addition to these framing dimensions, also national codes and regulations.

  • Page 7: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    2. Locating Fireplace & Chimney Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor- mance. • Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing • Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building winds during the heating season. envelope.

  • Page 8: Tools And Supplies Needed

    C. Tools and Supplies Needed E. Fireplace System Requirements Before beginning the installation be sure the following The fireplace system requirements consist of the follow- tools and building supplies are available: ing: Reciprocating saw Framing material • Fireplace Refractory (included with fireplace) Pliers Non-combustible sealant Firescreen (included with fireplace)

  • Page 9: Framing And Clearances

    Framing and Clearances A. Fireplace Dimensions 8-3/4 in. (222 mm) 22-3/4 in. (578 mm) 10-1/2 in. 3-7/8 in. (267 mm) (92 mm) 6-1/4 in. dia. (159 mm) Gas Knockout 41-3/8 in. 41-1/4 in. Gas Knockout (1051mm) (1048 mm) Outside 23-3/8 in. (effective height) 9-1/4 in.

  • Page 10: Clearances

    B. Clearances Minimum Clearances to Combustibles WARNING! Risk of Fire! WITHIN ENCLOSURE AREA Fireplace to backwall 3/4 in. (19 mm) You must comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles as specified in Figure 3.2. DO NOT pack Fireplace to sidewall 3/4 in. (19 mm) required air spaces with insulation or other materials. Top standoffs to header 0 in.

  • Page 11: Construct The Chase

    Metal Chase Top chase. Ceiling In cold climates, Vermont Castings Group recommends Firestop that the chase be well insulated using batt type insulation between the joists. Construction of the chase may vary with the type of build- ing.

  • Page 12: Frame The Fireplace

    D. Frame the Fireplace The finished cavity depth must be no less than 23 in. (584 mm) from the finished backwall to the outside of front NOTICE: Hearth extension design must be determined wall framing. before installation of fireplace. CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions. Wear protective gloves If the fireplace is placed on the floor the maximum height and safety glasses during installation.

  • Page 13: Protective Metal Hearth Strips

    F. Protective Metal Hearth Strips WARNING! Risk of Fire! Protective metal hearth strips MUST be installed on combustible surfaces. DO NOT cover metal strips with combustible materials. Sparks or embers may ignite flooring. WARNING! Risk of fire! High temperatures, sparks, embers or other burning material falling from the fireplace may ignite flooring or concealed combustible surfaces. • Protective metal hearth strips MUST be installed. 1 in.

  • Page 14: Outside Air Kit (Optional)

    G. Outside Air Kit (optional) CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal If you install an outside air kit, Vermont Castings Group edges are sharp. recommends you utilize the shortest duct run to optimize the performance of the outside air kit.

  • Page 15: Chimney And Termination Requirements

    Chimney and Termination Requirements A. Chimney Requirements NOTICE: You must provide support for the pipe during construction and check to be sure inadvertent loading has Vertical distances are measured from the base of the not dislodged the chimney section from the fireplace or at fireplace as shown in Figure 4.1. any chimney joint.

  • Page 16: Offsets/Returns

    B. Offsets/Returns • Use an offset/return to bypass overhead obstructions. • An offset and return can be used as a single entity or separated by chimney section(s). WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT use offset/returns greater than 30°. Chimney draft will be restricted and could cause overheating and fire. Secure offsets with screws ( not to exceed 1/2” / 13 mm in length) Secure returns with strapping. Straight chimney sections may be secured with screws. Keep chimney sections from separating or twisting. •...

  • Page 17: Termination Requirements

    C. Termination Requirements • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow or other materials. • Locate cap away from trees or other structures. • The bottom of the termination cap must be at least 3 ft (.91 m) above the roof AND at least 2 ft (.61 m) above any portion of roof within 10 ft (3.05 m).

  • Page 18: Chimney Installation

    Chimney Installation A. Typical Chimney System NOTICE: Chimney performance may vary. • Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance. • Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs. Termination Cap Chimney must extend beyond combustible roof structure Maintain minimum height of chimney above roof Additional support for tall chimneys Storm Collar Install roof flashing Maintain minimum according to minimum clearances to...

  • Page 19: Assemble Chimney Sections

    B. Assemble Chimney Sections Use only those components described in this manual. Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair safe operation and cause overheating and fire. Attach either a straight chimney section or an offset to the top of the fireplace (depending on your installation requirement).

  • Page 20: Secure Offset/Return

    C. Secure Offset/Return ROOM ABOVE (non-insulated ceiling) When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sec- tions, they must be locked into position with the screws (outer only). To prevent gravity from pulling the chimney sections apart, the returns and the chimney stabilizers have hanger straps for securing these parts to joists or raf- ters.

  • Page 21: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    E. Install Attic Insulation Shield WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST install an attic insu- lation shield when there is any possibility of insulation or other combustible material coming into contact with the Insert three chimney. screws • DO NOT pack insulation between the chimney and the attic insulation shield.

  • Page 22: Roof Penetration

    F. Roof Penetration • Refer to Figure 5.8. • Plumb from roof to center of chimney. • Drive a nail up through roof to mark center of pipe. • Measure to either side of nail and mark the 14-1/2 in. x 14-1/2 in.

  • Page 23: Termination Cap Requirements

    H. Termination Cap Requirements Assemble Termination storm collar • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. around extended • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow termination cap pipe or other materials. once cap is installed.
  • Page 24 Place waterproof sealer under each flange of the Remove 2 screws Place waterproof sealer under termination cap and on from front & back each flange of the termination top of each screw to cap and on top of each screw to lift the top off help prevent leaks.

  • Page 25: Shrouds

    Shrouds WARNING! Risk of Fire! Shrouds must be constructed 1. Open Top Shroud as specified. Improper construction may overheat (TR342/344 TV (top vent) caps do not require radiation chase top. shield) Shrouds may be field constructed where permitted by regional building codes. Min. NOTICE: Some regional codes require an agency-Listed Radiation Top Dim.

  • Page 26: Mailbox Style Shroud

    2. Mailbox Style Shroud Radiation shield required Minimum Opening Height 3 in. (76 mm) Min. Opening Height TR342 TR342/344TV Min. Height above bottom of Min. Base Dims. termination 26-1/2 x 28 28 x 30 Min, Base Dim 673 x 711 711 x 762 Radiation Min.

  • Page 27: Finishing

    Finishing A. Finishing Material Refer to Sections 1.B. and Sections 1.C. for combustible/ These surfaces non-combustible materials. Refer to Figure 7.1 for non- may be covered with non-combustible combustible zone. material. WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must maintain clear- High temperature ances. sealant. • Do NOT cover metal fireplace front with combustible materials.

  • Page 28: Hearth Extension, Building And Finishing

    Common Brick 0.20 5-1/8 in. WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ceramic Tile 12.50 0.08 12-1/4 in. Vermont Castings Group is not responsible for Armstrong™ Privacy Guard discoloration, cracking or other material failures of Plus 0.46 2.18 1/2 in. finishing materials due to heat exposure or smoke. 14-5/8 in. - 20-3/8 • Choose finishing materials carefully.

  • Page 29: Fireplace Installed Flush On The Floor And Hearth Extension Raised To Bottom Of Firebox Opening

    1. Fireplace Installed Flush on the Floor and Note: The bottom of the fireplace Hearth Extension Raised to Bottom of Firebox opening is 8-1/16 in. (205 mm) Opening above the bottom of the fireplace. Finished hearth must Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 16 in. (406 mm) NOT extend above this level.

  • Page 30: Raised Hearth Extension And Raised Fireplace

    2. Raised Hearth Extension and Raised Fire- place Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 16 in. (406 mm) in front of and 8 in. (203 mm) to each side of fireplace opening of the SA36R. 20 in. (508 mm) in front and 12 in.

  • Page 31: Fireplace Opening And Hearth Extension Flush With The Floor

    C. Non-Combustible Sealant Material 3. Fireplace Opening and Hearth Extension Flush with the Floor After completing the installation of non-combustible material in the required non-combustible zone and the Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 20 in. (508 non-combustible finishing material over that, a bead of mm) in front of and 12 in.

  • Page 32: Mantel And Wall Projections

    D. Mantel and Wall Projections The combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12 in. (305 mm), positioned 12 in. (305 mm) above the fireplace opening. Combustible trim pieces that project no more than 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) from the face of the fireplace can be placed no closer than 6 in.

  • Page 33: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    E. Sidewalls/Surrounds • Locate adjacent combustible sidewalls a minimum of 24 in. (610 mm) from fireplace opening. • Mantle leg, surround, stub wall, whether combustible or non-combustible, may be constructed as shown in Figure 7.13. Grid represents 1 in. scale Fireplace Outside Opening...

  • Page 34: Fireplace Setup

    ANSI Z211.11.2, are to be installed in this fireplace. If If a wood burning insert is being installed in this fireplace, an unvented gas appliance is installed it must incorpo- Vermont Castings Group recommends full reline of the rate an automatic shutoff device, and must be installed chimney.

  • Page 35: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Chimney Components Catalog # Description 12 in. CAK4A Chimney Air Kit 12 in. (305 mm) (305 mm) ID4/ID6 Insulated Duct/Outside Air 5-1/4 in. UD4/UD6 Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air (133 mm) SL306 Chimney Section - 6 in. (152 mm) long 4 in.
  • Page 36 Inside Diameter 8 in. (203 mm) 14-1/2 in. Outside Effective (368 mm) Diameter Height 10-1/2 in. 4-3/4 in. Ceiling Firestop (267 mm) (121 mm) Catalog # SL315/SL330 Offset/Return FS338 0-deg. 14-1/2 in. 368 mm FS339 15-deg. 18-3/8 in. 467 mm FS340 30-deg.
  • Page 37 13 1/4 in. (337 mm) 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) 16 1/4 in. (413 mm) 26 1/2 in. (673 mm) 28 5/8 in. TR344 Round Termination Cap (727 mm) 18 in. (457 mm) TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap 34-3/4 in. (883 mm) 32-1/2 in.
  • Page 38 20 in. 21 3/16 in. (508 mm) (538 mm) 34 in. 34 in. (864 mm) (864 mm) 24 in. 24 in. (610 mm) (610 mm) DTS134 DTO134 22 3/4 in. 21 3/16 in. (577 mm) (538 mm) 46 in. 46 in. (1168 mm) (1168 mm) 26 in.

  • Page 39: Optional Components

    B. Optional Components 52 in. (1321 mm) 16 in. (406 mm) 1/2 in. (13 mm) LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud HX3 Hearth Extension Catalog # 66 in. LDS33 (1676 mm) 20 in. LDS46 1219 1829 (508 mm) LDSCPM - Corner Post Kit (for custom sizes) 1/2 in.
  • Page 40 Vermont Castings Group 149 Cleveland Drive Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com VCG Sovereign Series • SA36R/SA42R • Installers Manual • 4010-259 • Rev A • 02/05/15...

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