Table Of Contents - Vermont Castings Sovereign Series SA36R Installation Manual

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• 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.
• NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the fireplace or to property.
1 Product Specific & Important Safety Information
A. Fireplace Certification
B. Non-Combustible Materials
C. Combustible Materials
2 Getting Started
A. Typical Fireplace System
B. Design and Installation Considerations
1. Selecting Fireplace Locations
2. Locating Fireplace & Chimney
C. Tools and Supplies Needed
D. Inspect Fireplace and Components
E. Fireplace System Requirements
3 Framing and Clearances
A. Fireplace Dimensions
B. Clearances
Minimum Clearances to Combustibles
C. Construct the Chase
D. Frame the Fireplace
E. Secure and Level the Fireplace
F. Protective Metal Hearth Strips
G. Outside Air Kit (optional)
4 Chimney and Termination Requirements
A. Chimney Requirements
B. Offsets/Returns
C. Termination Requirements
5 Chimney Installation
A. Typical Chimney System
B. Assemble Chimney Sections
C. Secure Offset/Return
D. Install Ceiling Firestops
E. Install Attic Insulation Shield
F. Roof Penetration
G. Install Chase/Chase Top
H. Termination Cap Requirements
I. Install Termination Cap
VCG Sovereign Series • SA36R/SA42R • Installers Manual • 4010-259 • Rev A • 02/05/15
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6 Shrouds
4 A. Radiation Shield
4 B. Field Constructed Shrouds
4 1. Open Top Shroud
2. Mailbox Style Shroud
3. Roofed Style Shroud
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7 Finishing
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6 A. Finishing Material
7 B. Hearth Extension, Building and Finishing
8 1. Fireplace Installed Flush on the Floor
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2. Raised Hearth Extension and Raised Fireplace
3. Fireplace Opening and Hearth Extension Flush
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C. Non-Combustible Sealant Material
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D. Mantel and Wall Projections
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E. Sidewalls/Surrounds
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8 Fireplace Setup
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13 A. Gas Log/Lighter Provision
14 B. Wood Burning Inserts
9 Reference Materials
15 A. Chimney Components
16 B. Optional Components
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and Hearth Extension Raised to Bottom
of Firebox Opening
with the Floor
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