FMI V368ST Quick start guide

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contains information that will enable you to obtain re-
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
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SEE-THRU WOOD BURNING FIREBOX
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Product Dimensions ............................................ 3
Firebox Installation .............................................. 4
Venting Installation .............................................. 6
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 12
Operation and Maintenance Guidelines ............ 13
Technical Service............................................... 14
Replacement and Accessory Parts.................... 14
SAFETY
c. Installation and/or operation in a
manner other than instructed in this
manual.
d. The burning of any other fuel not tested
or approved by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
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Proper installation is the most important step
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cal codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-1990.
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cordance with the National Fire Protection As-
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Vents and Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplaces,
NFPA 211, and in accordance with codes
such as the BOCA Basic/National Code, the
Standard Mechanical Code, and the Uniform
Building Code.
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its approved components are safe when
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appliance should be located
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Figure 1 - Dimensions
8" I.D.
LEFT SIDE
VIEW
FRONT VIEW
TOP VIEW
36 1/2"
20 1/2"
54"
24"
21 5/16"
42 5/8"
9 1/2"
19"
4 1/2"
12"
17 3/16"
7"
12"
24"
11 1/4"
10 1/4"
6"
37 1/2"
12 3/8"
O.D.
OUTSIDE AIR GAS LINE
16"
(40.6 cm)
1 1/2"
2 1/2"
15 1/2"
CONDUIT
(61 cm)
(15.2 cm)
(31.4 cm)
(20.3 cm) (6.4 cm)
(24.1 cm)
(108.3 cm)
(54.1 cm)
(39.4 cm)
(137.2 cm)
(52.1 cm)
(92.7cm)
(95.3 cm)
(61 cm)
(48.3 cm)
(11.4 cm)
(28.6 cm)
(30.5 cm)
(17.8 cm)
(26 cm)
(3.8 cm)
(30.4 cm)
(43.66 cm)
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FIREBOX INSTALLATION
Figure 2 - Common Location of Fireplace
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the opening where actual heat output
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projection from the front face falls within limits
shown in Figure 5, page 5.
Spacers on Sides of
Fireplace Provide
Required 1" (2.5cm)
Clearance
2" (5cm) Min. Clearance
From Pipe to
Combustibles
3" (7.6cm)
12" (30.4cm) Min. From Perpendicular
Side Wall to Fireplace Opening (Typ.)
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consideration the following guidelines:
1. The location must allow for proper clear-
ances.
2. Consider a location where the heat output
will not be affected by drafts, air condition-
ing ducts, windows or doors.
3. A location that avoids the cutting of
joists or roof rafters will make installation
easier.
4. If an outside air kit is to be installed, ac-
cessibility to outside combustion air must
be considered. This can also be achieved
through a vented crawl space in some
cases (see Optional Outside Air Kit on
page 6).
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system other than a FMI PRODUCTS,
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12 3/8" Dia.
(31.4 cm) Outer Pipe
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Clearance From Outer
Pipes to Combustibles
1" (2.5 cm) Min.
To Combustibles
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(54 cm)
42 5/8"
(108 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
12"
(31 cm)
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Face
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Face
Fireplace Front View
Fireplace Side View
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(7.6 cm)
9" Min.
(22.8 cm)
12" Min.
(30.4 cm)
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Mortar or Adhesive
Top View of Fireplace
Drywall
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(92.7cm)
8" MIN.
(20.3cm)
16" MIN.
(40.6cm)
Figure 10 - Hearth Extension
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be
obtained from manufacturer or supplier of
noncombustible material.
If hearth extension is to be raised, a “Z” type
ember protector must be used (see Figure 7,
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Figure 13 - Pipe Connection
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outer pipe and a wire spacer. Each section of
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after each section is fully connected. Lineal
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after two or more parts are connected.
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The pipe sections must be assembled indepen-
dently as the chimney is installed. When connect-
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ing joist space. Their purpose is to establish
and maintain the required clearance between
the chimney and the combustible materials.
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Replacement and Accessory Parts, page 14).
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be placed onto the ceiling from below as shown
in Figure 14, page 8. When the pipe passes
through a framed opening into an attic space
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side up. The outer pipe section can then be in-
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starter. The wire will assure the proper spacing
between the inner and outer pipe sections.
Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined above, making sure that both the inner
and outer pipe sections are locked together
(see Figure 13). When installing double wall
snap-lock chimney together, it is important to
assure the joint between the chimney sections
is locked. Check by pulling chimney upward
after locking. The chimney will not come apart
if properly locked. It is not necessary to add
screws to keep the chimney together.
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2" (5.1cm)
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Figure 17 - Chimney Supports
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B
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Screws
Figure 14 - Firestop Spacer with Living
Space Above Ceiling
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Space Above Ceiling
Existing
Ceiling
Frame
Firestop
Spacer
Screws or
Staples
(Min. of 8)
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(Min. of 8)
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Frame
2" (5.1cm)
Minimum
Angled Firestop
Ceiling
Support
Return
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30 FT.
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Return
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and 12" length of pipe. A chimney support is
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straight chimney run or above a return elbow
after a straight chimney run (see Figure 16).
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chimneys are installed.
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Chimney weight above offset rests on return
elbow. Straps must be securely nailed to
rafters or joists (see Figure 17).
To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 36" and 48" length
of double wall pipe (see offset chart and
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TYPICAL OFFSET INSTALLATIONS
OFFSET
ELBOW
OFFSET
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RETURN
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OFFSET
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RETURN
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(15.2cm)
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HEIGHT
15 FT.
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TERMINATION
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Figure 19 - Typical Offset Installations
Figure 20 - 10 Foot Rule
Figure 21 - Maximum Chimney Height
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All chimney terminations must extend a mini-
mum of 3 feet above the highest point where it
passes through the roof and must be at least 2
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IMPORTANT: If an exposed portion of chim-
ney is greater than 4 feet above the roof line,
use support wires to keep chimney secure.
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of chimney with screws, if screws do not
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gas outlet-end of pipe) is 16 feet for a straight
Maximum length of pipe between supports
is 6 feet of angled run. A maximum of two 6
feet angled run sections per chimney system
(see Figure 19).
run, 16 feet minimum for a run with 1 elbow set
and 25 feet minimum for a run with 2 elbow
sets. (A set consists of one starter elbow and
one return elbow.)
Uncommon circumstances such as neigh-
boring hills, tall trees, or strong wind areas
can cause down drafts in chimney system.
In such cases, going beyond the minimum
recommended height would be preferable to
provide a better draw.
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Nail Only
Outer
Perimeter
of Flashing
Storm
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Flashing
Cone
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at Bottom
Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides Only
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To maintain a 1" clearance to pipe on a roof with
a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut.
1. Determine the center point through which
pipe will penetrate roof.
2. Determine center point of 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" one measure
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determine correct opening length and
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sured. Cut out this section.
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penetrates roof line. Check to see that
proper clearances are maintained. Extend
chimney by adding sections of double wall
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highest point of roof cutout. Termination
and chimney must extend a minimum of
36" above highest point where it passes
through the roof (see 10-Foot Rule and
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base. Secure in position by nailing through
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Place storm collar over pipe and slide down
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caulking to all seams and notches around
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Figure 22 - Roof Opening Measurements
Opening
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19" Min.
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30" Min.
(76.2cm)
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the listed round top or chase terminations. In
any case, refer to the installation instructions
supplied with the termination.
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RTL-8DM and RTTL-8DM, which can be
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ETLO-8DM for chase style termination only.
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top termination.
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Secure
Termination
to Outer
Pipe with 3
Screws
RTL-8DM
Stainless
Inner Flue
Pipe
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Collar
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Underlap
Shingles
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Overlap
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and Sides of
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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
one termination to another. Terminations must
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ter and stacked at a minimum vertical height
difference of 18" (see Figure 26).
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openings are not obstructed in any way (see
Figure 27).
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tar or adhesive when securing facing material
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provide “L” shaped piece of metal extending
full width of opening (see Figure 27).
Secure with sheet metal screws at a distance
high enough from edge so it doesn't interfere
with operation of doors. This assures that fac-
ing material will not block openings.
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Figure 28 - Gas Line Knockout
Side
Firebrick
Finished
Side
Refractory
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Outside of
Fireplace
Gas Line
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NOTICE: Before you proceed, make sure your
gas supply is turned off.
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of installing a vented or vent-free decorative
gas appliance available through your local
distributor. Use only 1/2" black iron pipe and
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line, a shutoff valve designed for installation
outside the appliance is recommended.
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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 28).
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from gas line conduit sleeve. Save insula-
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through the rear at 11 1/4IURPÀRRUDQG
through gas line conduit sleeve (if using
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sleeve opening. Seal any gaps between
gas line and refractory knockout hole with
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cement, Install the gas appliance or cap
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and connections must be tested
for leaks after the installation
is completed. After ensuring
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STANDARDS FOR UNVENTED ROOM
HEATERS, ANS Z21.11.2, ARE TO BE IN-
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Figure 31 - Bi-Fold Glass Doors
Doors Fully Closed
Firebox Front
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decorative vented gas log, the
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position.
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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
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REPLACEMENT AND
ACCESSORY PARTS
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from your local de aler. If they can not supply
these accessories, call FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for referral informa-
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