FMI C42 Quick start guide

MODELS (V)C42, (V)C42I, (V)C42H, (V)C42L, (V)C42LI,
(V)C42LH AND CWC42C
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SAVE THIS BOOK
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-
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This replace is approved for use as a wood burning re-
place or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS
Z21.60, Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas log
heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard. A FMI PROD-
UCTS, LLC hood must be installed when using a vent-free
log heater (see Accessories, page 18).
This wood burning replace complies with UL127-
CAN/ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
APPLIANCE.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such
as the municipal building department, re department,
etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter-
mine the need to obtain a permit.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
ICC-ES #ESR-2542

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Specications ...................................................... 3
Fireplace Installation............................................ 4
Venting Installation .............................................. 7
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 13
Operation and Maintenance .............................. 14
Technical Service............................................... 15
Parts .................................................................. 16
Replacement Parts............................................ 18
Accessories ....................................................... 18
WARNING: Improper instal-
lation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can
causeinjury,propertydamageor
loss of life. Refer to this manual
for assistance or additional in-
formation. Consult a qualied
installer or local distributor.
IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this replace.
Before beginning installation of this replace,
read these instructions through completely.
• This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC replace and
its components are safe when installed
according to this installation manual.
Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
components, which have been designed
and tested for the replace system, you
may cause a re hazard.
• The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will
be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
disclaims any responsibility for the following
actions.
a. Modification of the fireplace, com-
ponents, doors, air inlet system and
damper control.
b. Use of any component part not manufac-
tured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC in combination with a FMI PROD-
UCTS, LLC replace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation of
replace. Consult the local building codes as
to the particular requirements concerned with
the installation of all factory built replaces.
SAFETY
WARNING: Do not install a
replace insert in this box unless
the manufacturer's instructions
with the insert specically state
this replace has been tested for
use with this insert.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline
or any other ammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located
out of trafc and away from
furniture and draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other
ammable materials on or near
the appliance.
• Never leave children unat-
tended when a re is burning
in the replace.
WARNING: Use solid wood
or processed solid fuel re logs
only. When processed wood
fuel re logs are used, do not
poke or stir the logs while they
are burning. Use only re logs
that have been evaluated for
the application in replace and
refer to re log warnings and
caution markings on packaging
prior to use.
This replace is not intended to
be used as a substitute for a fur-
naceto heat an entirehome. Use
for supplemental heat only.

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SPECIFICATIONS
0" TO
BOTTOM
(LEFT SIDE ONLY)
OUTSIDE AIR
TOP SPACERS
BACK AND
SIDES
3/4" AIR
SPACE
HEARTH
EXTENSION
66" X 20"
PERPENDICULAR
12"
EACH SIDE
NOT LESS
THAN 12" TO
1" AIRSPACE
TO COMBUSTIBLE
COMBUSTIBLE
WALL BOARD
0" TO
MATERIAL
NO COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL ON FACE
SIDEWALL
GAS LINE
KNOCK OUT
AIR KIT
KNOCK OUTS
GAS LINE
KNOCK OUTS
ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
LEFT SIDE
RIGHT SIDE
8.125"
12.625"
14.25"
44.25"
40"
48"
42"
24" 37"
7"
39"
16.25"
29.5"
2.5"
10.625"
1"
12"
2.5" 8.125"
6.75"
10.625"
12.25"
48"
2.25"
0.625"
36"
22.5"
SQUARE CHASE-TOP
TERMINATION
ROUND TOP TERMINATION

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine safest and most efcient location
for replace, you must take into consideration
the following guidelines:
1. Location must allow for proper clearances
(see Figures 1 and 2).
2. Consider a location where replace will
not be affected by drafts, air conditioning
ducts, windows or doors.
3. A location that avoids cutting of joists or
roof rafters will make installation easier.
4. An outside air kit is available with this
replace (see Optional Outside Air Kit on
page 7).
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES
Back and sides of replace 3/4" minimum*
Floor** 0" minimum
Perpendicular wall to opening 12" minimum
Top spacers 0" minimum
Mantel clearances see Mantels, page 6
Chimney outer pipe surface 1" minimum
* Not required at nailing anges
** See step 2 of Framing
WARNING: Do not pack re-
quiredairspaceswithinsulation
or other materials.
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height
Minimum height of chimney, measured from
base of replace to ue gas outlet of termina-
tion, is 14.5 feet for straight ue or a ue with
one elbow set. Maximum distance between
elbows is 6 feet. For systems with two elbow
sets, minimum height is 22 feet. Maximum
height of any system is 50 feet. This measure-
ment includes replace, chimney sections and
height of termination assembly at level of ue
gas outlet (see Figure 18, page 11).
FRAMING
1. Frame opening for replace using dimen-
sions shown in Figures 1 and 2.
2. If replace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any
combustible material other than wood
ooring, replace must be installed upon
a metal or wood panel extending full width
and depth of replace.
23.5"
44.75"
48.75"
Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions
59.3"
19.5"
27.5"
83.8"
Maintain 3/4"
Clearance at
Sides and
Back of
Fireplace
3/4" Clearance Not
Required at Nailing Flanges
Figure 2 - Corner Installation
3. Set replace directly in front of this open-
ing and slide unit back until nailing anges
touch side framing.
4. Check level of replace and shim with
sheet metal if necessary.
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing, ember protector must be placed
between hearth extension (not included)
and under bottom front edge of replace
to protect against glowing embers falling
through. If replace is to be installed on
a raised platform, a Z-type ember protec-
tor (not included) must be fabricated to
t your required platform height. Ember
protector should extend under replace
a minimum of 1 1/2". Ember protector
should be made of sheet metal (28 gauge
minimum) to prevent corrosion.
6. Using screws or nails, secure replace to
framing through anges located on sides
of replace.

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HEARTH EXTENSION
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of
20" in front of and a minimum of 12" beyond
each side of replace opening is required to
protect combustible oor construction in front
of replace. Fabricate a hearth extension
using a material which meets the following
specications: a layer of noncombustible,
inorganic material having a thermal conductiv-
ity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or less) at 1"
thick. For example, if material selected has
a K factor of 0.25, such as glass ber, the
following formula would apply:
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required
0.84
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be
obtained from manufacturer or supplier of
noncombustible material. If hearth extension
is to be covered, use noncombustible mate-
rial such as tile, slate, brick, concrete, metal,
glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide a means
to prevent hearth extension from shifting and
seal gap between replace frame and hearth
extension with a noncombustible material
(see Figure 3).
WARNING: Hearth extension
is to be installed only as shown
in Figure 3.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 3 - Hearth Extension
Seal Gap
Fireplace Front
Ember Protector
Fireplace Front
Raised Hearth
Fireplace Front
Elevated
Ember Protector
Ember Protector
Seal Gap
Hearth
Extension
Seal Gap
Fireplace Front
Ember Protector
Fireplace Front
Elevated
Do Not Block Louver
Ember Protector
Seal Gap
Hearth
Extension
Hearth Extension, Circulating Modes
Hearth Extension, Noncirculating Models
NO

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Mantels or any other combustible material
may come up to side edge of black metal face
of replace if projection from front face falls
within limits shown in Figure 6.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
12 1/4" Ref.
6"
Ref.
15" Min.
12" Min.
11/2" Max.
3" Nom.
33°
Combustible
Material
Safe
Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
Fireplace Opening
Upper
Section of
Fireplace
Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances to
Combustible Material (with Louver)
Electrical
Bushing
Electrical
Cover
Plate
Rocker
Switch
Figure 7 - Fan Switch-Electrical Bushing
Electrical
Housing
Wire Nut (3x)
(Not Supplied)
Outer Wrapper
of Fireplace
Electrical Cover
Plate and
Electrical Bushing
Fireplace Chassis
Ground
To Power
Source
Receptacle
(Supplied)
Power Source Wiring
(Not Supplied)
Prewired Receptacle
and Ground
MANTELS
A mantel may be installed if desired (see
Figures 4 and 5). Woodwork such as wood
trims, mantels or any other combustible ma-
terial projecting from front face, must not be
placed within 12" of replace opening and
within 9" of top louver opening. Combustible
materials above 12" and projecting more than
1 1/2" from replace must not be placed less
than 12" from top opening of replace (NFPA
STD 211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).
Figure 5 - Mantel Clearances to
Combustible Material (without Louver)
12 1/4" Ref.
1 1/2"
Max.
Upper Section
of Circulating
Fireplace
6"
Ref.
9"
Min.
33°
3" Nom. *Note: Drawing
Not To Scale
Safe Zone For
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
Combustible
Material
15"
Min.
12"
Min.
Fireplace Opening
To p of
Louvered
Opening
FAN/BLOWER KIT ASSEMBLY
Fan or blower kit is optional with this replace
(circulating models only). Use of blowers or
fans other than those manufactured by FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC voids warranty. Fan is op-
erated by pressing rocker switch (see Figure
7) in lower right hand corner of replace face.
Blower is operated by turning control knob
(not shown).
Fan/blower kit electrical connections are
made through electrical cover plate on side
of replace a shown in Figure 7.
FIREBOX
SAFE ZONE
Figure 6 - Side Mantel Clearance
Top View of Fireplace
Min. 12" from
Perpendicular Side Wall
3"
2" Max.
33°
8"
Sheet
Metal
Screws

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Figure 9 - Lineal Gain
Figure 8 - Outside Air Kit
Secure to Collars with Metal Tape, Screws
or Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20" in size)
Air Inlet
Location
Must Allow
For Bushes
or Snow
Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation
Air Inlet
Eyebrow
Vented Crawl Space
(Check Local Codes
Before Installing in a
Vented Crawl Space)
Wiring Instructions
1. Remove electrical cover plate with bushing
from replace by removing 2 sheet metal
screws as shown in Figure 7, page 6.
2. Slide power source wiring through electrical
bushing opening and electrical cover plate
and make all necessary connections.
3. Slide all wiring connections in electrical
housing as shown in Figure 7, page 6.
4. Secure electrical cover plate with screws
previously removed.
Note: Electrical housing and cover plate have
sharp edges. Wear protective gloves.
VENTING INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(MODEL AK4/AK4F)
Installation of outside air kit should be per-
formed during rough framing of replace due
to the nature of it's location. Outside combus-
tion air is accessed through a vented crawl
space (AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4).
See Figure 25 on page 15 for instruction of
operating air kit.
CAUTION: Combustion air
inlet ducts shall not terminate
in attic space.
The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the ue gas outlet of the
termination.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
LINEAL GAIN
PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN
36" Fireplace 37 1/2"
12-8DM
12-8HT Pipe Section 10 5/8"
18-8DM
18-8HT Pipe Section 16 5/8"
24-8DM
24-8HT Pipe Section 23 5/8"
36-8DM
36-8HT Pipe Section 34 5/8"
48-8DM
48-8HT 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
8 1/2" to
21 1/2"*
ET-8DM Square Chase-Top 12"*
ETO-8DM Square Chase-Top
with Mesh 12"*
ETL-8DM Square Chase-Top
with Slip Section 7" to 15"*
ETLO-8DM
Square Chase-Top
with Mesh & Slip
Section
12" to
25 1/2"*
* The lineal gain for the terminations is
measured to the ue gas outlet height.
Hemmed
End
8" Stainless
Inner Pipe
12 3/8"
Galvanized
Outer Pipe
CHIMNEY PIPE
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system
consists of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48" snap-
lock, double-wall pipe segments, planned
for maximum adaptability to individual site
requirements. Actual lengths gained after t-
ting overlaps must be taken into consideration
(lineal gain) and are given in lineal gain chart
(see Figure 9). Lineal gain is actual measur-
able length of a part after two or more parts
are connected. For Canada, use chimney parts
designated "HT".

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 10 - Typical Offset Installation
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Return
Elbow Offset
Elbow
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Return
Elbow
A B C
Offset
Elbow
Ceiling
Support Pipe
12S-8DM
Return
Elbow
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Each double wall chimney section consists of
a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel in-
ner ue pipe and a wire spacer. Pipe sections
must be assembled independently as chimney
is installed. When connecting chimney directly
to replace, inner ue pipe section must be
installed rst with lanced side up. Outer pipe
section can then be installed over ue pipe
section with hemmed end up. Press down
on each pipe section until lances securely
engage hem on replace starter. Wire will
assure proper spacing between inner and
outer pipe sections.
Note: For Canada, use chimney parts des-
ignated HT.
Opening in collar around
chimney at top of replace must
not be obstructed. Never use
blown insulation to ll chimney
enclosure.
Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined, making sure that both inner and
outer pipe sections are locked together. When
installing double wall snap-lock chimney to-
gether, it is important to assure joint between
chimney sections is locked. Check by pulling
chimney upward after locking. Chimney will
not come apart if properly locked. It is not
necessary to add screws to keep chimney to-
gether (exception - see Figure 12, page 9).
USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-8DM)
1. To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48"
length of double wall pipe (see offset chart
and Figure 10).
Note: For systems with 2 elbow sets, mini-
mum height is 22 feet. Maximum height
for any system is 50 feet.
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on
return elbow. Straps must be securely
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 11,
details A and B on page 9).
3. Maximum length of pipe between supports
(return elbow or 12S-8DM) is 6' of angle
run. Maximum of two 6' angle run sections
per chimney system (see Figure 10).
4. All pipe connections between offset and
return must be secured with two screws
on outer pipe only (see Figure 12, page
9). Do not penetrate inner stainless.
WARNING: The opening in
collar around chimney at top of
replace must not be obstructed.
Never use blown insulation to ll
chimney enclosure.

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Figure 12 - Elbow Offset
B
A
Screws
Figure 11 - Ceiling Support Pipe 12S-8DM
2" Min.
Straps Straps
Straps
Straps
Detail A
Return Elbow
Detail B Angle
Firestop
See Detail A
See Detail B
OFFSET CHART (22-50 FT. SYSTEM HEIGHT)
VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Ceiling Support
Pipe 12S-8DM
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" 1 1
21 1/4"46 1/4"1
23 3/4" 49 1/4"1 1
27 3/4"56 3/4"1
30" 60 3/4"1 1
33" 66" 1 1
36" 71" 1 1
38 1/4" 75" 2
41 1/4"80 1/4"1 1 1
45" 86 3/4"2
46 3/4" 89 1/2"1 1 1
51" 97" 1 1
53 1/4" 101" 2 1
56 1/4"106 1/4"2
59 1/4"111 1/2"1 1 1
61 3/4"115 1/2"2 1
64 3/4"120 3/4"2 1
68 1/4" 127" 1 2
70" 130" 2 1 1
74 1/4"137 1/2"1 2 1
76 3/4"141 1/2"1 2 1
79 3/4"146 3/4"4

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
30"
(76.2 cm)
Minimum Measurements
Opening "A"
14
3
/
8
"
(48.3 cm)
1"
(2.54
cm)
1"
(2.54
cm)
1"
(2.54 cm)
4. Remove shingles around opening mea-
sured. Cut out this section.
5. Add next sections of pipe until end
penetrates roof line. Check to see that
proper clearances are maintained. Extend
chimney by adding sections of double wall
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 roof.
Figure 15 - Roof Opening Measurements
FLASHING INSTALLATION (V6F-8DM
OR V12F-8DM)
Determine ashing to be used with roof open-
ing chart. Slide ashing over pipe until base is
at against roof. Replace as many shingles as
needed to cover exposed area and ashing
base. Secure in position by nailing through
shingles (see Figure 16, page 11). DO NOT
NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE.
Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof
When installing ashing on a metal roof, it
is required that putty tape be used between
ashing and roof. Flashing must be secured
to roof using #8 x 3/4" screws and then sealed
with roof coating to prevent leakage through
screw holes. A roof coating must also be ap-
plied around perimeter of ashing to provide
a proper seal.
FIRESTOP SPACERS (FS-8DM)
Firestop spacers are required at each point
where chimney penetrates a floor space.
Their purpose is to establish and maintain
required clearance between chimney and
combustible materials. When pipe passes
through a framed opening into a living space
above, restop must be placed onto ceiling
from below as shown in Figure 13.
They also provide complete separation from
one oor space to another or attic space as
required by most codes. When double wall
pipe passes through a framed opening into
an attic space, restop must be placed into
an attic oor as shown in Figure 14.
Figure 13 - Firestop Spacer with Living
Space Above Ceiling
Figure 14 - Firestop Spacer with Attic
Space Above Ceiling
PENETRATING ROOF
To maintain a 1" clearance to pipe on a roof with
a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut.
1. Determine center point where pipe will
penetrate the roof.
2. Determine center point of the roof. Pitch
is the distance the roof drops over a given
span, usually 12". A 6/12 pitch means that
the roof drops 6" for each 12" measure
horizontally down from roof rafters.
3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 15) to
determine correct opening length and
ashing required.
Pitch Slope Opening
"A" Max.
Used Flashing
Model No.
Flat 0° 15" V6F-8DM
0-6/12 26.6° 19 1/8" V6F-8DM
6/12- 12/12 45.0° 24 1/4" V12F-8DM
If area above is a living space, install
restop below framed hole.
If area above is an attic or insulated area,
install restop above framed hole.