FMI 36R Series Quick start guide

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This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain re-
placementpartsoraccessoryitemswhenneeded.Keep
it with your other important papers.
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning
fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANSZ21.60,Z21.84standardsorforusewithavent-free
gaslogheaterapprovedtoANSZ21.11.2standard.AFMI
PRODUCTS, LLC hood must be installed when using a
vent-free gas log set (see Accessories, page 16).
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127-
CAN/ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
APPLIANCE and is listed and tested by the PFS Cor-
poration.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
36" OPEN CORNER CIRCULATING (LOUVERED)
WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
OPEN CORNER WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE
(V)36R(S) Right Side Opening; (V)I36R(S) Right Side Opening (Fully Insulated)
(V)36L(S) Left Side Opening; (V)I36L(S) Left Side Opening (Fully Insulated)
ICC-ES #ESR-2542
PFS
®
USC

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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause injury, property
damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assis-
tance or additional information. Consult a qualified
installer or local distributor.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Product Dimensions ............................................ 3
Fireplace Installation............................................ 4
Venting Installation .............................................. 6
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 12
Operation and Maintenance Guidelines............ 14
Technical Service............................................... 16
Replacement Parts............................................ 16
Accessories..................................................17-18
SAFETY
WARNING: Do not install a
fireplaceinsertinthisfireboxun-
lessthemanufacturer'sinstruc-
tionswiththe insertspecifically
state this fireplace has been
tested for use with the insert.
Thisfireplaceisnotintendedtobe
usedasasubstituteforafurnace
to heat an entire home. Use for
supplemental heat only.
This model is not for use in
manufactured housing (mobile
homes).
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline
oranyotherflammablevapors
orliquids inthe vicinityofthis
or any other appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located
out of traffic and away from
furniture and draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other
flammablematerialsonornear
the appliance.
• Never leave children unat-
tended when a fire is burning
in the fireplace.
IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this fireplace.
Thisfireplacemodelisawoodburningfireplace
intendedandapprovedforinstallationineither
residential homes or buildings of standard
construction. This fireplace system requires
the utilization of FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s 8",
double-wall, and snap lock flue pipe system.
Optional glass doors in several finishes are
available for this fireplace (see Replacement
Parts and Accessories on page 16).
Before beginning the installation of the
fireplace, read these instructions through
completely.
• This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC fireplace and
its components are safe when installed
according to this installation manual. Use
of any components that have not been
designed and tested for this fireplace
system may cause a fire hazard.
• TheFMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will
be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
disclaimsany responsibility for the follow-
ing actions.
a. Modification of the fireplace, compo-
nents,doors,chimneysystem,air inlet
system, damper control, etc..
b. Use of any component part not manu-
factured or approved by FMI PROD-
UCTS, LLC in combination with a FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC fireplace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation of
the fireplace.

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20" 20"
12"
42 1/2"
39 1/8"
22 3/4"
40"
36"
7"
31"
22"
18 7/8"
39 1/8"
13"
8 3/4"
101/2"
161/4"
8"
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
SAFETY
Continued
WARNING: Use solid wood
or processed solid fuel fire logs
only. When processed wood
fuel fire logs are used, do not
poke or stir the logs while they
are burning. Use only fire logs
that have been evaluated for
the application in fireplace and
refer to fire log warnings and
caution markings on packaging
prior to use.
WARNING:Alwaysleaveglass
doorsfullyopenedorfullyclosed
when operating fireplace.
WARNING: Children and
adults should be alerted to the
hazardsofhighsurfacetempera-
tures and to stay away to avoid
burnsorclothingignition.Young
children should be carefully su-
pervised when in the same room
as fireplace.
Figure 1 - Dimensions

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
WARNING: Do not pack air
spaces with insulation or any
other material. Do not obstruct
fireplace openings (ie. louvers,
etc.) with any type of facing
material. Combustible material
mustnotbeincontactwithback
of front face of fireplace.
FRAMING
1. Frameopening for fireplace usingdimen-
sions shown in Figures 2 and 3.
2. If fireplace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any
combustible material other than wood
flooring; fireplace must be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending full width
and depth of fireplace.
3. Set fireplace directly in front of opening
and slide unit back until nailing flanges
touch side framing.
4. Check level of fireplace and shim with
sheet metal if necessary.
Figure 2 - Framing Dimensions
Figure 3 - Corner Installation
38 5/8"
43"
21 1/2"
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
52"
Minimum
2x4 Stud for
Nailing Flange
Back and Side
16 1/2"
Perpendicular
Wall Combustible
Wall
24" Min. to
Unprotected
Wall
107/8"
GLOSSARY
Flush Installation - type of installation
where front face of fireplace is even or level
with wall.
ChaseInstallation-typeofinstallationwhere
chimney is enclosed.
Perpendicular Side Wall - applies to
minimum clearance between side wall and
fireplace opening.
Nailing Flange - extended part on both
sides of fireplace face that secures fireplace
to wall.
Termination - cap that is placed at end of
chimney pipe.
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efficient
location for the fireplace, consider the follow-
ing guidelines:
• The location must allow for proper clear-
ances (see below).
• Considera location where the fireplacewill
not be affected by drafts, air conditioning
ducts, windows or doors.
• Alocationthat avoids the cutting of joistsor
roof rafters will make installation easier.
• If an outside air kit is to be installed, ac-
cessibility to outside combustion air must
be considered. This can also be achieved
throughaventedcrawlspaceinsomecases
(see Optional Outside Air Kit on page 6).
• Ifgaslineis to beinstalled,considerlocation
of gas supply.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES
Back and sides of fireplace 3/4" min.
Top Spacers 0"
Perpendicular side wall to
opening of unit 14" min.
Bottom of fireplace to floor
(step 2 of Framing)
0" min.
Mantel clearances see page 5
Chimney outer pipe surfaces 2" min.
Chase inside dimension 16 1/2" min.

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing,ember protector (provided) must
be placed between hearth extension (not
supplied) and under bottom front edge
of fireplace to protect against glowing
embers falling through. If fireplace is to
beinstalled on a raisedplatform,aZ-type
ember protector (not supplied) must be
fabricated to fit your required platform
height. Ember protector should extend
under fireplace a minimum of 1". Ember
protector should be made of galvanized
sheet metal (28 gauge minimum) to pre-
vent corrosion (see Figure 5).
6. Using screws or nails, secure fireplace to
the framing through flanges located on
sides of the fireplace (see Figure 4).
Figure 5 - Hearth Extensions
Figure 4 - Nailing Flanges
HEARTH EXTENSION
Ahearthextension is required to protectcom-
bustible floor constructed in front of fireplace.
Thehearthextensionisnotincludedandmust
be fabricated, The hearth extension must
projectat lease 12" onesideand20"on other
side of fireplace opening.
Hearth extension must be made of noncom-
bustible,inorganicmaterialhavinganeffective
thermal conductivity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT,
HR. F (or less) at 1" thick.
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can
be obtained from manufacturer or supplier
of noncombustible material. The minimum
required thickness ofr any material could be
obtained by the following formula:
K factor at 1" = thickness required
0.84
For example, if the material selected has a K
factorof0.25,suchasglassfiber, the following
formula would apply:
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required
0.84
If hearth extension is to be covered, use non-
combustiblematerial such as tile, slate,brick,
concrete, metal, glass, marble, stone, etc.
Provide a means to prevent hearth extension
from shifting and seal gap between fireplace
frameandhearthextensionwithnon-combus-
tible material (see Figure 5).
WARNING:Hearthextensionis
to be installed only as described.
MANTEL CLEARANCES
Woodwork such as wood trims, mantels or
any other combustible material must not be
placed at least 9" above opening of fireplace
(see Figure 6, page 6).
Combustiblematerialsabove9" and projecting
more than 1 1/2" from the fireplace front face
mustnotbeatleast 12"abovefireplaceopening
(NFPASTD 211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).
Mantels or any other combustible material
may also come up to the side edge of the
black metal face of the fireplace. Clearances
from side of fireplace to any combustible
material and wall should fall within the limits
show in Figure 7, page 6.
Nailing
Flange
Nail or
Screw
Seal Cap
Do Not Block Louver Seal Cap
Ember
Protector
Ember Protector Hearth
Extension
Hearth
Extension

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
VENTING INSTALLATION
Figure 8 - Air Kit Installation
Secure to Collars with
Duct Tape or Screws
Air Inlet
Location
Must Allow
For Bushes
or Snow
Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation
Air Inlet
Termination
Vented Crawl Space
(Check Local Codes
Before Installing in a
Vented Crawl Space)
Example 1: The face of a mantel, bookshelf,
etc. is made of combustible material and pro-
trudes23/4"fromthewallon whichthefireplace
isinstalled.Thecombustiblematerialmustbea
minimum of 4" from side of fireplace opening.
Example 2: The face of a mantel, bookshelf,
etc. is made of combustible material and
protrudes 11/16" from the wall on which the
fireplaceisinstalled.The combustiblematerial
can butt up against side of fireplace (i.e. 1"
from fireplace opening.
Figure 6 - Mantel Clearances
Figure 7 - Minimum Side Clearances
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
11/16
1 3/8
2 1/16
2 3/4
3 7/16
4 1/8
4 13/16
5 1/2
6 3/16
6 7/8
7 9/16
8 1/4
8 15/16
9 5/8
No Combustible
Material on Face
of Firebox
Fireplace
Opening
Example 1
Example 2
1" Both
Sides
Minimum 14" from Perpendicular Side Wall
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(Models AK4 or AK4F)
The installation of an outside air kit should be
performed during the rough framing of the fire-
place due to the nature of it’s location. Outside
combustionairisaccessedthrough andexterior
wall(AK4)oraventedcrawlspace(AK4F).See
Figure 8 and Accessories on page 16.
Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas
whereinlet opening may be blockedbysnow,
bushes or other obstacles. It should also be
located beyond the reach of children.
CAUTION: Air ducts must
not terminate in attic space or
garage.
The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the flue gas outlet of the
termination.
For further details on installation of outside air
kit, please refer to instructions included with
air kit. For operating instructions, please refer
to your owner’s manual.
Outsideairhandleis located on left-hand side
of fireplace refractory (see Figure 9 on page
7, Model 36R shown). To close, pull done; to
open,pushup.Alwaysopen mechanismwhen
starting a fire to provide adequate outside
combustionair. Close mechanism when not in
use to prevent cold air from entering room.
12 1/4" Ref.
6"
Ref.
12" Min.
9" Min.
11/2" Max.
3" Nom.
33°
Combustible
Material
Safe
Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
Fireplace Opening
Upper
Section of
Fireplace

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Figure 10 - Pipe Connection
LINEAL GAIN
PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN
36L/R Fireplace 42 "
12-8DM Pipe Section 10 5/8 "
18-8DM Pipe Section 16 5/8 "
24-8DM Pipe Section 23 5/8 "
36-8DM Pipe Section 34 5/8 "
48-8DM Pipe Section 46 5/8 "
RT-8DM Round Termination 6 7/8 "*
RTL-8DM Round Termination 7 3/4 "*
RTT-8DM Round Termination
with Slip Section 6 7/8" to 23 1/8"*
RTTL-8DM Round Termination
with Slip Section 7 3/4" to 21 1/2"*
ET-8DM Square Chase
Termination 12"*
ETL-8DM Square Chase with
Slip Section 7" to 15"*
ETO-8DM Square Chase
with Mesh 12"*
ETLO-8DM Square Chase with Mesh and Slip
Section 12" to
21 1/2"*
Hemmed
Ends
(Female)
8" Stainless
Inner Pipe
12 3/8"
Galvanized
Outer Pipe
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Continued
CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Chimney Height
Minimum chimney height measured fro
bottom of fireplace to flue gas outlet-end of
termination is:
Straight run 14 feet
Run with one elbow set 15 feet
Run with two elbow sets 24 feet
An elbow set consists of one starter elbow
and one return elbow. Uncommon circum-
stances such as neighboring hills, tall trees,
orstrong wind areas can causedowndraftsin
chimneysystem.Insuchcases,goingbeyond
minimum recommended height would be
preferable to provide a better draw.
Maximum height approved for any chimney
run with this fireplace system is 60 feet as
measured from fireplace bottom to flue outlet
end of termination.
Double Wall Chimney System
The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system
consistsof12",18", 24" 36" and 48" snap lock
doublewall pipe segments, planned formaxi-
mum adaptability to individual site require-
ments.Actuallinealgainforeachismeasured
after each section is fully connected. Lineal
gain is the actual measurable length of a part
after two or more parts are connected.
Each double wall chimney section consists
of a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steal
inner flue pipe and a wire spacer. Pipe sec-
tions must be assembled independently as
chimney is installed. When connecting chim-
neydirectlytofireplace,innerfluepipesection
must be installed first with lanced (female)
side up (see Figure 10). Outer pipe section
can then be installed over flue pipe section
with hemmed (male) end up. Press down on
eachpipesectionuntillances securely engage
hem on fireplace starter. The wire will assure
proper spacing between inner and outer pipe
sections.
Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined above, making sure both inner and
outer pipe sections are locked together.
When installing double wall snap-lock chim-
ney together, it is important to assure the
joint between chimney sections is locked.
Check by pulling chimney upward after lock-
ing. Chimney will not come apart if properly
locked. It is not necessary to add screws to
keep chimney together. However, if desired,
use screws per directions provided on page
8, Figure 11.
Lanced
Ends
(Male)
*Lineal Gain for Terminations is measured to
Flue Gas Outlet Height.
Figure 9 - Air Kit Damper Rod
Air Kit
Damper
Rod-
Closed
Position
Open
Position
Lower
Left
Side of
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Return
Elbow
Return
Elbow
Return
Elbow
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Return
Elbow 6' Max
6' Max 6' Max
6' Max
6' Max
Ceiling
Support
Pipe
12S-8DM
6' Max
AB C
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Continued
OFFSET RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH
A B 48" 36" 24" 18" 12"
4
3
/
8
" 16
3
/
8
" ELBOW SET ONLY
9
3
/
4
" 25
1
/
2
" 1
12
3
/
4
" 30
3
/
4
" 1
15" 34
3
/
4
" 1
18" 40" 11
21
1
/
4
" 46
1
/
4
" 1
23
3
/
4
" 49
1
/
4
" 11
27
3
/
4
" 56
3
/
4
" 1
30" 60
3
/
4
" 11
33" 66" 11
36" 71" 11
38
1
/
4
" 75" 2
41
1
/
4
" 80
1
/
4
" 111
45" 86
3
/
4
" 2
46
3
/
4
" 89
1
/
2
" 111
51" 97" 11
53
1
/
4
" 101" 21
56
1
/
4
" 106
1
/
4
" 2
59
1
/
4
" 111
1
/
2
" 11 1
61
3
/
4
" 115
1
/
2
" 21
64
3
/
4
" 120
3
/
4
" 21
68
1
/
4
" 127" 12
70" 130" 2
74
1
/
4
" 137
1
/
2
" 12 1
76
3
/
4
" 141
1
/
2
" 12 1
79
3
/
4
" 146
3
/
4
" 4
Figure 11 - Rise and Offset
B
A
Screws
Figure 12 - Typical Offset Installations
WARNING: The opening in the
collar around the chimney at the
top of the fireplace must not be
obstructed.Neveruseblowninsula-
tion to fill the chimney enclosure.
USING CHIMNEY OFFSET
To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 36" and 48" length
of double wall pipe (see offset chart and
Figure 11 and 12).
Chimney weight above offset rests on return
elbow. Straps must be securely nailed to
rafters or joists (see Figure 13, details A &
B, page 9).
Maximum length of pipe between supports
(return elbow or chimney support V12S-8-
DM) is 6' of angled run. Maximum of two 6'
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Figure 13 - Chimney Supports
Straps
VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 14 - Firestop Spacer with Living
Space Above Ceiling
Figure 15 - Firestop Spacer with Attic
Space Above Ceiling
Existing
Ceiling
Frame
Firestop
Spacer
Screws or
Staples
(Min. of 8)
Firestop
Spacer
Screws or Staples
(Min. of 8)
Existing
Ceiling Frame
Angle
Firestop
Ceiling
Support Pipe
12S-8DM
Return
Elbow
FIRESTOP SPACERS (FS-8DM)
Firestop spacers are required at each point
where the chimney penetrates a floor or ceiling
joist space. Their purpose is to establish and
maintain the required clearance between the
chimney and the combustible materials.
When the pipe passes through a framed open-
ing into a living space above, the firestop must
beplacedontothe ceilingfrombelowasshown
in Figure 14. When the pipe passes through a
framed opening into an attic space above, the
firestop must be placed on the attic floor as
shown in Figure 15.
SUPPORT SECTIONS (12S-8DM)
The chimney support section is a 4-strap 12"
length of pipe. A chimney support is required
at the 30' level above fireplace after a straight
chimneyrun(seeFigure16).Thissupportis de-
signed to relieve extra weight load on fireplace
and elbows when high chimneys are installed.
Straps
DETAIL B
DETAILA
See
DETAIL B
See
DETAILA
30 FT.
30 FT.
Figure 16 - Support Sections
12S-8DM
Support
Return
Elbow

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Effective Height of
Termination Cap
Effective Height of
Termination Cap
Effective Height of
Termination Cap
RT-8DM RT-8DM
RT-8DM
14' Min.
Height
Standard Installation Alternate Installation
15' Min.
Height
2' Max
Pipe Length
30E-8DM
Maximum
Height
60'
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Continued
PENETRATING ROOF
Tomaintaina 1"clearancetopipe onaroofwith
a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut.
1. Determinethe center point through which
pipe will penetrate roof.
2. Determinecenterpointof roof. Pitch is the
distancetheroofdropsover a given span,
usually 12". A 6/12 pitch means that the
roof drops 6" for each 12" one measure
horizontally down from roof rafters.
3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 18) to
determine correct opening length and
flashing required.
4. Remove shingles around opening mea-
sured. Cut out this section.
Figure 17 - Typical Installation
Pitch Slope Opening
"A" Max. Used Flashing Model No.
Flat 0° 17" V6F-8DM
0-6/12 26.6° 19.125" V6F-8DM
6/12-
12/12 45.0° 24.25" V12F-8DM
Figure 18 - Roof Opening Measurements
Opening
“A”
19" Min.
(48.26cm)
30" Min
.
(76.2cm
2" Min.
(5.08cm)
2" Min.
(5.08cm)
2" Min.
(5.08cm)

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Nail Only
Outer
Perimeter
of Flashing
Storm
Collar
Flashing
Cone
Underlap
Shingles
at Bottom
Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides Only
Figure 19 - Flashing Installation
STORM COLLAR INSTALLATION
Place storm collar over pipe and slide down
until it is snug against the open edge of the
flashing (see Figure 20). Apply waterproof
caulking to all seams and notches around
storm and also at base around shingles.
Figure 20 - Storm Collar
Chimney
Pipe Waterproof Caulk
Storm
Collar Flashing
TERMINATIONS
Standard Installation
Thefireplacesystem must be terminated with
the listed round top or chase terminations.
Terminations approved for this fireplace are
RTL-8DM, which can be used for flashing or
chase and ETL-8DM for chase style termina-
tiononly.Figure21showsanRTL-8DMround
top termination.
Follow installation instructions provided with
termination being used.
CAUTION:Donotsealopen-
ingsontherooftopflashing.Fol-
low the installation instructions
provided with the termination
being used.
RTL-8DM
Collar
Flashing
Underlap
Shingles
Figure 21 - Terminations
Overlap
Shingles (Top
and Sides)
Caulk
Attach Bracket
Tabs to Outer
Pipe (3 places)
Secure with
Screws
5. Add next sections of pipe until end
penetrates roof line. Check to see that
properclearancesaremaintained.Extend
chimneybyaddingsectionsofdoublewall
pipe until pipe is minimum of 30" above
highest point of roof cutout. Termination
and chimney must extend a minimum of
36" above highest point where it passes
through the roof.
IMPORTANT: If an exposed
portion of chimney is greater
than 4' above roofline, use
support wires to keep chimney
secured. Support wires may
be attached to outer pipe of
chimney with screws provided
screws do not penetrate inner
flue pipe.
FLASHING INSTALLATION
Determine flashing to be used with roof open-
ing chart. Slide flashing over pipe until base
is flat against roof. Replace as many shingles
asneededtocoverexposedareaandflashing
base. Secure in position by nailing through
shingles (see Figure 19). DO NOT NAIL
THROUGH FLASHING CONE.

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
24" Min.
24" Min.
18"
Min.
Typ.
Figure 22 - Multiple Chase Installation
Chase installations
Instructions for chase installations are
included with the chase style termination
chosen. In a multiple chase installation, be
sure to provide adequate distance between
terminations to prevent smoke spillage from
oneterminationtoanother.Terminationsmust
beseparateda minimum of 30" centertocen-
ter and stacked at a minimum vertical height
difference of 18" (see Figure 22).
Note: If a decorative shroud is to be installed,
contact the manufacturer for specifications.
Figure 23 - 10 Foot Rule
OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION
10 FOOT RULE
All chimney terminations must extend a mini-
mum of 3' above the highest point where it
passes through the roof and must be at least
2' above roof with a 10' horizontal span (see
Figure 23).
FINISHING FIREPLACE
Combustible materials, such as wallboard,
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,
etc. may directly contact sides and top front
edge at nailing flanges of fireplace face. It is
important that combustible materials do not
overlap the face itself. Brick, glass, tile or
other noncombustible materials may overlap
the front face provided they do not obstruct
louvered slots or any other opening. When
overlapping with a noncombustible facing
material, use only noncombustible mortar
or adhesive appropriate for the particular
installation.
WARNING: A qualified
service person must connect
fireplace to gas supply. Follow
all local codes.
NOTICE:Beforeyouproceed,makesureyour
gas supply is turned off.
A gas line may be installed for the purpose
of installing a vented or vent-free decorative
gas appliance available through your local
distributor. Use only gas piping approved
by local codes. When installing a gas line, a
shutoff valve designed for installation outside
the appliance is recommended.
The gas pipe is intended for connection to a
decorative gas appliance that operates using
naturalorpropane/LPgas only.Thisappliance
must have an automatic shutoff device and
must comply with the Standard for Decora-
tive GasAppliances for Installation in Vented
Fireplace, ANSI Z21.60. ONLY UNVENTED
GAS LOG SETS WHICH HAVE BEEN
FOUNDTOCOMPLYWITHTHESTANDARD
FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS, ANSI
Z21.11.2, ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS
FIREPLACE.

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Use only a 1/2" black iron pipe and appropri-
ate fittings.
1. Remove knockout indentation on refrac-
toryorfirebrickwalllocatedapproximately
2" above the refractory hearth floor. The
knockout indentation must be firmly
tapped with any solid object such as a
1/2" dowel until it is released. Remove
fragmented portions of refractory (see
Figure 24).
2. Remove gas line cover plate located on
rear of fireplace and pull out insulation
fromgasline conduit sleeve. Save insula-
tion for reuse.
3. Run gas line into the fireplace through
the rear at 11 1/4" from floor and through
gas line conduit sleeve (if using a raised
platform, add height). Provide sufficient
gas line into fireplace chamber for fitting
connection (see Figure 25).
Note: Secure incoming gas line to
wood framing to provide rigidity for
threaded end.
4. Repackinsulationaroundgaslineandinto
sleeve opening. Seal any gaps between
gasline and refractory knockout holewith
refractory cement or commercial furnace
cement, Install the gas appliance or cap
off gas line if desired.
CAUTION: All gas piping
andconnectionsmustbetested
for leaks after the installation
is completed. After ensuring
that the gas valve is on, apply
soap and water solution to all
connectionsandjoints.Bubbles
forming show a leak. Correct
all leaks at once. DO NOT USE
AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK
TESTING AND DO NOT OPER-
ATEANYAPPLIANCEIFALEAK
IS DETECTED. LEAK TESTING
SHOULDBEDONEBYAQUALI-
FIED SERVICE PERSON.
Figure 24 - Gas Line Knockout
Side
Firebrick
Finished
Side
Refractory
Knockout
Plug
Outside of
Fireplace
Gas Line
Conduit
Insulation
Gas
Conduit
Cover
1/2" Dowel
Remove
Knockout
Seal
Opening
with
Refractory
Cement
Outside of
Fireplace
Gas
Line
Conduit
Repack
Insulation
Incoming
1/2" Black
Iron Pipe
Side
Firebrick
Finished
Side
Provide Enough Threaded
End for Fitting Connection
Figure 25 - Gas Line Installation
OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION
Continued
WARNING: If the fireplace
hasbeenusedforwoodburning,
thefireboxandchimneymustbe
cleaned of soot, creosote and
ashes by a qualified chimney
cleaner. Creosote will ignite if
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
8 Foot
Level
Figure 26 - Cold Climate Installation
FMI
Chimney
Termination Flashing
Chimney
Sections
Insulate
Outside
Walls of
Chase
Joist -
Insulate
Same as
Ceiling
FMIFMI
Firestop
Spacer
Solid
Surface
Outside
Base
Thermal
Barrier
Solid
Continuous
Surface
VENT-FREE GAS LOG
INSTALLATION
Only unvented gas log sets that comply with
thestandardfor unvented room heaters,ANS
Z21.11.2, can be installed in this fireplace.
Note: An appropriate FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
hood (see Replacement Parts and Accesso-
ries, page 16) must be installed when using
an unvented gas log set.
WARNING: Do not oper-
ate an unvented gas log set in
this fireplace with the chimney
removed.
VENTED GAS LOG INSTALLATION
Only vented decorative appliances (vented
gas log sets) that comply with the Standard
for Decorative Gas Appliance for Installa-
tion in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace, ANS
Z21.1.60,can be installed inaccordancewith
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1 in
this fireplace.
WARNING: When using a
decorative vented gas log, the
damper must be removed or per-
manently lockedin thefully open
positionandtheglassdoorsmust
be in the fully open position.
COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATION
The following installation procedures are rec-
ommendedwheninstallingafireplacesystem
in a cold climate area. Following these steps
will aid in reducing cold air infiltration from
fireplace enclosure into living space.
1. Fireplace must be placed on a solid
continuous surface.Add insulation under
fireplace in all cold climate areas.
2. Insulate under raised platform or cantile-
vered chase to reduce air infiltration.
3. Insulate walls of chase, both outer and
interior partitioning wall (see Figure 26).
Clearances from pipe to insulating mate-
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4. Installa firestop spacer in chase atceiling
level for safety and reduction of cold air
movement (see Accessories, page 16).
5. Donotinsulatetopoffirebox.The opening
in collar around chimney at top of firebox
must mot be obstructed (see Figure 27).
6. Before finishing fireplace enclosure, in-
spect all joints of outer firebox. Seal any
gapsofouterfireboxwith noncombustible
material.Caulk any gaps betweennailing
flange and framing.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
Continued
• The glass must be allowed to warm slowly
and evenly. The tempered glass will with-
stand a gradual temperature rise to 550° F,
which is more than a normal fire will gener-
ate.Suchmaterialsaspitch/waxladen logs,
very dry mill end lumber and large amounts
of paper or cardboard boxes. Always keep
the fire well back from the doors and never
allow flames to contact the glass.
WARNING: Fireplaces
equipped with glass doors
should be operated only with
doorsfullyopenedordoorsfully
closed.Doors,ifleftpartlyopen,
may draw gas and flame out of
the fireplace opening creating
risks of both fire and smoke.
FIREPLACE
STARTER
COLLAR KEEP THIS
AREA OPEN
Figure 27 - Fireplace Collar Opening
GLASS DOORS
Bi-fold glass doors are optional with this
fireplace. Check with your local distributor
for availability.
To install glass doors, refer to installation
instructions that are included with kit. When
fireplace is in operation, doors must be fully
open or fully closed position only or a fire haz-
ard may be created (see Figure 28).
A fireplace equipped with glass doors oper-
ates much differently than a fireplace with an
open front.Afireplace with glass doors has a
limited amount of air for combustion. Exces-
sive heat within the fireplace can result if too
large a fire is built or if combustion air gate is
not completely open.
The following tips should be followed to as-
sure that both the fireplace and glass door
retain their beauty and function properly.
• Boththefluedamper and glass doors must
be fully opened before starting fire. This
will provide sufficient combustion air and
maintain safe temperatures in firebox.
Doors Fully Closed
Doors Fully Open
Figure 28 - Glass Doors on Fireplace
Cleaning Glass
Clean glass with any commercial glass
cleaner or soap and water. Do not use any
abrasivematerial to clean glass. Donotclean
glass with any cool water if glass is still hot
fromthefire.To remove doors, refer to instruc-
tions included with glass door kit.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS
REFRACTORY
(36L Shown)
GRATE
11118 - Left
11119 - Right
Rear (23809) Side
(23810)
Hearth
(20127-Left)
(20128-Right))
EMBER PROTECTOR
20093
SCREEN - 12111 (Not Shown)
PUSH ON NUT - 11418 (Not Shown)
SCREEN ROD - 20806 (Not Shown)
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
Continued
GRATE
The grate is designed to provide you with
the maximum solid fuel capacity. Do not
overload grate or obstruct required air space
beneath it. Always keep ashes from building
up under grate.
WARNING: Risk of fire! Re-
placegratemadeforusewiththis
fireplace only. See Replacement
Parts.
CHIMNEY
Have your chimney system cleaned and in-
spected regularly to ensure safe and efficient
operation.
TECHNICAL SERVICE
You may have further questions about instal-
lation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so,
contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-
4537. When calling please have your model
and serial numbers of your heater ready.
You can also visit our web site at
www.fmiproducts.com.

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Return
Elbow
Starter
Elbow
ACCESSORIES
Note: Not all accessories are available for all models.
DOUBLE WALL 30° ELBOW/OFFSET
30E-8DM
8" CHIMNEY PIPE ASSEMBLY
12-8DM, 18-8DM, 24-8DM, 36-8DM, 48-8DM
(Chimney pipe assembly includes outer
and inner pipes and comes with wire
spacer.)
ADJUSTABLE HOOD
Painted Black - GA6050
Polished Brass - GA6052
Antique Brass - GA6053
CHIMNEY SUPPORT
12S-10DM
STORM COLLAR
SC1 - Used for
RT-8DM and RTL-8DM
SC2 - Used for RTT-8DM and RTTL-8DM
ROOF FLASHING
V6F-8DM 0 to 6/12 Pitch
V12F-8DM 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch
FIRESTOP SPACER
FS-8DM
ANTI-DRAFT SHIELD
(Round Top
Termination Only)
ADS-8DM
SQUARE TOP
TERMINATION
ET-8DM, ETO-8DM
SQUARE TOP
TERMINATION
WITH SLIP SECTION
ETL-8DM, ETLO-8DM
ROUND TOP
TERMINATION
RT-8DM, RTL-8DM
ROUND TOP
TERMINATION WITH
SLIP SECTION
RTT-8CM, RTTL-8DM
BI-FOLD GLASS DOORS
VDBP36C - Black
VDG36C - Brushed Brass
DC36L/R/LS/RS - Platinum

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HIGHT TEMPERATURE TOUCH-UP
PAINT - 106583-01 (Not Shown)
ACCESSORIES
Continued
OUTSIDE
AIR KIT FOR
SIDE WALL
INSTALLATION
AK4F
FAN KIT
VCBK4C - Left
VCBK4R - Right
OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR FLOOR
INSTALLATION - AK4

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54010
Rev. F
09/09
2701 S. Harbor Blvd.
Santa Ana, CA 92704
1-866-328-4537
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