FPI P36-NG3 Quick start guide

FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL LTD. 6988 Venture St., Delta, BC Canada, V4G 1H4
918-062g 06/15/05
P36 Zero Clearance
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Owners & Installation Manual
Tested by: Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
MODELS: P36-NG3 Natural Gas P36-LP3 Propane
WARNING:
If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or
explosionmayresultcausingpropertydamage,personalinjuryorlossof
life.
FORYOURSAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Installationandservicemustbeperformedbyaqualifiedinstaller,service
agency or the gas supplier.
FORYOURSAFETY
What to do if you smell gas:
Do not try to light any appliance
Do not touch any electrical switch: do not
use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbour's phone. Follow the gas
supplier'sinstructions.
Ifyou cannotreachyourgassupplier,call
the fire department.

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To the New Owner:
Congratulations!
You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Gas Fireplace by FPI FIREPLACE PRODUCTS
INTERNATIONALLTD. TheP36hasbeendesignedtoprovideyouwithall thewarmthandcharm
ofawoodfireplaceattheflickofaswitch. ThemodelP36hasbeenapprovedbyWarnockHersey
for both safety and efficiency. As it also bears our own mark, it promises to provide you with
economy,comfortandsecurityformanytroublefreeyearstofollow. Pleasetakeamomentnow
toacquaintyourselfwiththeseinstructionsandthemanyfeaturesofyourFPIFireplace.
INFORMATION FOR MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES AFTER FIRST SALE
This FPI product has been tested and listed by Warnock Hersey as a Vented Gas Fireplace Heater to the following standards: CAN/CGA-2.17-
M91, and ANSI Z21.88b-2003/CSA 2.33b-2003.
This Direct Vent System Appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and the Manufactured Home
ConstructionandSafety Standard,Title24CFR,Part3280, or thecurrentStandardofFire Safety CriteriaforManufacturedHomeInstallations, Sites,
and Communities ANSI/NFPA 501A, and with CAN/CSA Z240-MH Mobile Home Standard in Canada.
This appliance installation must comply with the manufacturer's installation instructions and local codes, if any. In the absence of local codes follow
the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 and the current National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 in the U.S.A., and the current CAN/CGA
B149 Gas Installation Code and the current Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 in Canada.
ThisFPIMobile/ManufacturedHomeListedappliancecomes
factory equipped with a means to secure the unit.
ThisFPI Mobile/ManufacturedHomelistedappliancecomes
equipped with a dedicated #8 ground lug to which an 18
gauge copper wire from the steel chassis ground must be
attached.
This appliance may only be installed in an aftermarket
permanentlylocated,manufactured(mobile)home,where
notprohibitedbylocalcodes.
This appliance is only use with the type of gas indicated
on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for
use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE: All installation instructions apply to
Regency, Hampton & Palace Series unless otherwise specified.
Venting Arrangements
Horizontal Terminations............................................ 24
Vertical Terminations ................................................ 27
Vertical Terminations - Co-Linear Flex System ............... 29
Venting Arrangements - Vertical Terminations................ 30
Venting - Dura-Vent Horizontal Installations .................... 31
Venting - Dura-Vent Vertical Termination......................... 32
Venting - Installation for Direct Vent System (Flex) .......... 33
System Data ..................................................................... 34
High Elevation .................................................................. 34
Gas Line Installation ........................................................ 34
Pilot Adjustment ............................................................... 34
Gas Pipe Pressure Test .................................................. 34
SIT Valve Description ....................................................... 35
Conversion from Natural Gas to Propane ....................... 35
Brick Panels (optional) ..................................................... 36
Log Set Installation........................................................... 36
Standard Flush Door ........................................................ 39
Remote Control (optional) ............................................... 40
Remote Wall Switch (optional)........................................ 40
Wall Thermostat (optional)............................................... 40
Wiring Diagram ................................................................ 41
Alternative Wiring for Wall Switch ..................................... 42
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
Fan Installation (optional) ................................................ 43
Operating Instructions...................................................... 43
Lighting Procedure ........................................................... 44
Shutdown Procedure........................................................ 44
First Fire............................................................................ 44
Aeration Adjustment ......................................................... 44
Normal Operating Sounds ............................................... 44
Lighting Plate Instructions ............................................... 45
SAFETYLABEL
Safety Label .........................................................................5
INSTALLATION
Before You Start...................................................................7
General Safety Information..................................................7
Installation Checklist ...........................................................7
Locating Your Gas Fireplace...............................................8
Manufactured Home Additional Requirements ..................8
HeatWave Duct System (optional) ......................................8
Heat Release Kit (optional).................................................8
Clearances..........................................................................9
Regency Clearances ................................................ 10
Arch Door Clearances............................................... 10
Hampton Clearances ............................................... 10
Palace Series Clearances........................................ 10
Regency Mantel Clearances ............................................ 11
Hampton Mantel Clearances ........................................... 12
Palace Series Mantel Clearances ................................... 14
Mantel Leg Clearances .................................................... 15
Framing and Finishing ..................................................... 16
Barcelona & Palace Series Framing Note....................... 17
Arch Door Series Framing Note....................................... 18
Unit Assembly Prior to Installation
Top Standoff Assembly ............................................. 19
Top Facing Support & Side Nailing Strip Assembly . 19
Venting Introduction.......................................................... 19
Exterior Vent Termination Locations ................................ 20
Venting ............................................................................ 21
Direct Vent System (Flex) .......................................... 21
Rigid Pipe Venting Components List ....................... 22
Rigid Pipe Venting Systems
Horizontal or Vertical Terminations ................... 23

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Instructions ................................................. 45
General Vent Maintenance ............................................... 45
Gold-Plated or Brass Louvers ......................................... 46
Gold Plated or Brass Trim ............................................... 46
Log Replacement............................................................. 46
Thermopile/Thermocouple .............................................. 46
Glass Gasket.................................................................... 46
Door Glass ....................................................................... 46
Flush Glass Replacement........................................ 46
Bay Glass Replacement ........................................... 46
Removing Valve................................................................ 47
Installing Valve ................................................................. 47
REGENCY
FLUSH& BAYDOOROPTIONS
Flush Trim ........................................................................ 49
Louvers - Flush................................................................. 49
Double Screen Door ........................................................ 49
Bay Door ........................................................................... 50
Bay Trim............................................................................ 50
Bay Louvers ...................................................................... 50
Finishing Trim .................................................................. 51
Full Screen Front .............................................................. 52
Arch Screen Door ............................................................. 54
HAMPTON
CASTFACEPLATEOPTION
Hampton Cast Faceplate ................................................. 57
Hampton Cast Grills ........................................................ 58
PALACESERIES
OPTIONS
The Kensington Front....................................................... 60
The Westminster Front..................................................... 61
The Balmoral Front........................................................... 62
REPLACEMENTPARTSLIST
Part List ............................................................................ 67
WARRANTY
Warranty............................................................................ 76

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This is a copy of the label that accompanies
each P36 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas
Fireplace. We have printed a copy of the
contents here for your review. The safety label
is located on the front inside base of the unit,
visible when the bottom louver is open.
NOTE:FPI unitsareconstantlybeingimproved.
Check the label on the unit and if there is a
difference, the label on the unit is the correct
one.
SAFETY LABEL
Copy of Safety Decal for P36-NG3 (Natural Gas)
FortheStateofMassachusetts,installation
and repair must be done by a plumber or
gasfitter licensed in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
For the State of Massachusetts, flexible
connectors shall not exceed 36 inches in
length.
For the State of Massachusetts, the appli-
ances individual manual shut-off must be a
t-handle type valve.

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SAFETY LABEL
Copy of Safety Decal for P36-LP3 (Propane)

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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT:
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
TheP36-NGorP36-LPDirectVentFireplacemust
be installed in accordance with these instruc-
tions. Carefully read all the instructions in this
manual first. Consult the "authority having juris-
diction"todeterminetheneedforapermitpriorto
startingtheinstallation.Itistheresponsibilityofthe
installer to ensure this fireplace is installed in
compliance with manufacturer's instructions and
all applicable codes.
BEFORE YOU START
Safeinstallationandoperationofthisappliance
requires common sense, however, we are
required by the Canadian Safety Standards
and ANSI Standards to make you aware of the
following:
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
1) The appliance installation must conform
with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with the current Canadian or Na-
tional Gas Codes, CAN1-B149 or ANSI
Z223.1 Installation Codes.
2) The appliance when installed, must be
electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes, or in the absence of local
codes with the current National Electrical
Code,ANSI/NFPA 70 or CSAC22.1 Cana-
dian Electrical Code.
3) See general construction and assembly
instructions.Theapplianceandventshould
be enclosed.
4) This appliance must be connected to the
specified vent and termination cap to the
outside of the building envelope. Never
vent to another room or inside a building.
Make sure that the vent is fitted as per
Venting instructions.
5) Inspect the venting system annually for
blockage and any signs of deterioration.
6) Ventingterminalsshallnotberecessedinto
a wall or siding.
7) Any safety glass removed for servicing
must be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
8) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who
is unfamiliar with the operation to use the
fireplace.
9) Wear gloves and safety glasses for pro-
tection while doing required maintenance.
10)Be aware of electrical wiring locations in
walls and ceilings when cutting holes for
termination.
11)Under no circumstances should this appli-
ance be modified. Parts that have to be
removed for servicing should be replaced
prior to operating this appliance.
12)Installationandanyrepairstothisappliance
should be done by a qualified service per-
son. A professional service person should
becalledtoinspectthisapplianceannually.
Make it a practice to have all of your gas
appliances checked annually.
INSTALLATIONANDREPAIRSHOULD
BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSON.THEAPPLIANCESHOULDBE
INSPECTED BEFORE USE AND AT
LEASTANNUALLYBYAPROFESSION-
ALSERVICEPERSON.MOREFREQUENT
CLEANINGMAYBEREQUIREDDUETO
EXCESSIVELINTFROMCARPETING,
BEDDINGMATERIAL,ETC.ITISIMPER-
ATIVE THAT CONTROL COMPART-
MENTS,BURNERSANDCIRCULATING
AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF THE APPLI-
ANCEBEKEPTCLEAN.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE
APPLIANCESHOULDBELOCATEDOUT
OFTRAFFICANDAWAYFROMFURNI-
TUREANDDRAPERIES.
WARNING:FAILURETOINSTALLTHIS
APPLIANCECORRECTLYWILLVOID
YOURWARRANTYANDMAYCAUSEA
SERIOUSHOUSEFIRE.
CHILDRENANDADULTSSHOULDBE
ALERTEDTOTHEHAZARDSOFHIGH
SURFACETEMPERATURES,ESPECIAL-
LY THE FIREPLACE GLASS, AND
SHOULDSTAYAWAYTOAVOIDBURNS
ORCLOTHINGIGNITION.
YOUNGCHILDRENSHOULDBECARE-
FULLY SUPERVISEDWHENTHEYARE
IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLI-
ANCE.
CLOTHINGOROTHERFLAMMABLE
MATERIALSHOULDNOTBEPLACED
ONORNEARTHEAPPLIANCE.
13)Do not slam shut or strike the glass door.
14)Under no circumstances should any solid
fuels (wood, paper, cardboard, coal, etc.) be
used in this appliance.
15)The appliance area must be kept clear and
free of combustible materials, (gases and
other flammable vapours and liquids).
Emissions from burning wood or gas could
contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
INSTALLATION
CHECKLIST
1) Locate appliance
a) Room location, page 8.
b) Clearances to Combustibles, pages 9 -
14.
c) Mantle Clearances, pages 15.
d) Framing & FinishingRequirements,
page 16.
e) Venting Requirements, pages 21-30.
2) Assemble Top Standoffs and Top Facing
Support and Side Nailing Strips, page 19.
(NOTE: must be done before installing unit
into fireplace.)
3) Install vent, pages 31-33.
4) Make gas and electrical connections. Test
thepilot.Mustbeasperdiagramonpage34.
5) Install brick panels (optional), page 36.
6) Install log set where indicated, page 36.
7) Install standard Flush Door, page 39.
8) InstallOptionalRegencyFlushorBayFronts.
pages 55.
9) Install Optional Hampton Cast Faceplate,
page 56-59.
10)Install Optional Palace Series Fronts,
pages 59-65.
11)Install Optional Arch Door, pages 54-55.
12)Install Optional Wall Switch, Remote
Control, or Wall Thermostat, page 40.
13)Install Optional Fan, page 43.
14)Final check.

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Diagram 1
This includes:
1) Clocking the appliance to ensure the cor-
rect firing rate (rate noted on label 30,000
Btu/h) after burning appliance for 15 min-
utes.
2) If required, adjusting the primary air to
ensurethat theflamedoesnot carbon.First
allow the unit to burn for 15-20 min. to
stabilize.
CAUTION: Any alteration to the product
that causes sooting or carboning that
results in damage is not the responsibil-
ity of the manufacturer.
LOCATING YOUR
GAS FIREPLACE
1) When selecting a location for your fire-
place, ensure that the clearances outlined
on this page are met.
2) Provide adequate clearances for servic-
ing.
3) The appliance must be installed on a flat,
solid, continuous surface (e.g. wood, met-
al, concrete). This may be the floor, or
raiseduponaplatformtoenhanceitsvisual
impact. If the appliance is going to be in-
stalled on carpeting, combustible linoleum
tileor other combustiblematerialotherthan
wood flooring, the appliance must be in-
stalled on a metal or wood panel extending
the full width and depth of the appliance.
4) The P36 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace can be
installed in a recessed position or framed
out into the room as in A, B, C, D. See
Diagram1.
INSTALLATION
Note: For vent terminations see page
20.
MANUFACTURED
MOBILE HOME
ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS
1) Ensurethatstructuralmembersarenot cut
or weakened during installation.
2) Ensure proper grounding using the #8
ground lug provided. See page 41.
5) ThisapplianceisListedforbedroom instal-
lations when used with a Listed Millivolt
Thermostat. Some areas may have further
requirements, check local codes before
installation.
6) The P36 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace is ap-
proved for alcove installations, which meet
the clearances listed on this page.
7) We recommend that you plan your installa-
tion on paper using exact measurements
for clearances and floor protection before
actually installing this appliance. Have a
qualified inspector, dealer, or installer re-
view your plans before installation.
A) Flat on Wall
B) Flat on Wall Corner
C) Recessed into Wall/Alcove
D) Corner
DUCT SYSTEM
OPTION KIT #946-556
The HeatWave Air Duct Kit increases the
effectiveness of your fireplace by dispersing
warm air from the fireplace to remote locations
inthesameroomor other rooms in your home.
Upto twokitsmaybeinstalledonthefireplace.
Please Note: Only 1 HeatWave kit may be
operatedatonetime.Thisincludestheinternal
blower option as well.
Before leaving this unit with the customer, the
installermustensure that the applianceisfiring
correctly and operation fully explained to
customer.
OPTIONAL
HEAT RELEASE
KIT #946-570
TheHeat Release Kit expels warm airfrom the
fireplace to the outside of the building, allowing
the fireplace to be operated with less heat
enteringtheroom.Thekitmaybeusedoneither
the left or right side.
The HeatWave Duct Kit has different
clearance and framing requirements,
check the HeatWave manual for details.

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The HeatWave Duct Kit and the Heat
Release Kit have different clearance
and framing requirements, check the
HeatWave and Heat Release manual
for details.
Heat Release Kit
The clearances listed below are Minimum distances unless otherwise stated:
A major cause of chimney related fires is failure to maintain required clearances (air space) to combustible materials. It is of
the greatest importance that this fireplace and vent system be installed only in accordance with these instructions.
IMPORTANT: See page 17 for framing note on Barcelona Trim and Palace Series Fronts.
See page 18 for framing note on Arch Door.
Clearance to Combustibles from:
Back 0" (0mm)
Side 0" (0mm)
Floor 0" (0mm)
NOTE: The minimum floor clearance must be maintained from the top surface of the carpeting, tile, etc.
Minimum Clearance from Top of Unit to:
Ceiling from top of unit. 32" (1016mm)
Side Wall Clearances:
Bay or Flush Front 6"* (152mm)
Barcelona Trim 6"* (152mm)
Cast Faceplate 6"* (152mm)
Kensington Front 6"* (152mm)
Balmoral & Westminster Front 6"* (152mm)
* Measured from Surround or Front. See page 15 for dimensions.
Horizontal Vent Clearances:
Top 2" (51mm)
Side 1-1/2"(38mm)
Bottom 1-1/2"(38mm)
Vertical Vent Clearances 1-1/4" (32mm)
Alcove Clearances**:
Max. Depth 36" (914mm)
Min. Width 48" 1219mm)
Min. Height 72" 1829mm)
**Approved for one sidewall installation only when using Barcelona Trim.
WARNING: Fire hazard is an extreme risk if these clearances are not adhered to.
CLEARANCES
INSTALLATION
Barcelona & Double Screen Door Installations
Toinstallthe combination of the Barcelonafrontand screen doors
you must use non-combustible mantel in conjunction with the
already required framing specs for the Barcelona front.
Steel studs and non-combustible material on the facing must be
adhered to.

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Clearances for Bay or Flush Front Clearances for Barcelona Trim
INSTALLATION
REGENCY CLEARANCES
PALACE SERIES CLEARANCES
Clearances for The Balmoral &
The Westminster Front Clearances for The Kensington Front
HAMPTON CLEARANCES
ARCH DOOR CLEARANCES

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INSTALLATION
Because of the extreme heat this fireplace emits, the mantel clearances are critical. Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in Diagrams 1, 2, & 3.
REGENCY COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES
These drawings are to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches) Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using the above scale. Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour.
Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the
framing is made of metal studs covered with a non-combustible board.
Diagram 1 Diagram 2 Diagram 3

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INSTALLATION
REGENCY SERIES COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES
Because of the extreme heat this fireplace emits, the mantel clearances are critical.
Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in the diagram below.
Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs covered with a non-
combustible board.
These drawings are to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches)
Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using the above scale.
Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour.

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These drawings are to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches)
Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using the above scale.
Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour.
HAMPTON COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES
Because of the extreme heat this fireplace emits, the mantel clearances are critical.
Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in the diagram below.
Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs covered with a non-
combustible board.
INSTALLATION

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These drawings are to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches)
Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using the above scale.
Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour.
PALACE SERIES COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL CLEARANCES
INSTALLATION
Because of the extreme heat this fireplace emits, the mantel clearances are critical.
Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in the diagram below.
Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs covered with a non-
combustible board.

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REGENCY MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES
Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram:
INSTALLATION
HAMPTON & BARCELONA TRIM
MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES
Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram:
Maximum 1-1/2" projection
at 2" minimum clearance.
PALACE SERIES MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES
Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram:
Maximum 1-1/2" projection
at 2" minimum clearance.
Hampton Cast Faceplate Width: 43-1/4"
Barcelona Trim Width: 40"
Maximum 1-1/2" projection
at 2" minimum clearance.
Kensington Front Width: 42-5/8"
Balmoral Front Width: 40-5/8"
Westminster Front Width: 40-5/8"

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Top Facing
Support 7” (152mm)
Standoff
Top of unit
Drywall
(or other
facing)
Install Side Nailing Strips, Top Facing
Support, and Top Standoffs before unit
is slipped into position. See page 16 for
assembly details.
1) Determine the total thickness of facing ma-
terial (e.g. drywall plus ceramic tiles) to
allow the finished surface to be flush with
the front of the unit. Total facing thickness
canvaryfrom1/2"(13mm)to1-1/4"(32mm)
thick.
FRAMING AND
FINISHING
2) Frame in the enclosure for the unit with
framing material. The framed opening is
36-1/4" high x 36-1/4" wide x 12-3/4" deep
(921mmhighx921mmwidex324mmdeep).
3) For exterior walls, insulate the enclosure to
the same degree as the rest of the house,
apply vapour barrier and drywall, as per
local installation codes. (Do not insulate
the fireplace itself.)
4) The top of the unit must not be closer than
32" (813mm) to the ceiling.
Framing Dimensions
A B C D
36-1/4" 36-1/4" 12-3/4" 46"*
921mm 921mm 324mm 1168mm*
*'D'isMinimumheighttocombustiblematerials
including the Minimum 2" (51mm) Top clear-
ance to the Horizontal Vent.
12-3/4"
3-1/2" 4"
2"
40-1/2"
36"
32-1/2"
10" dia. hole
through wall
for Flex
or for DuraVent
1/2"
Drywall
Top Header
Opening for gas
connection
Note: 40-1/2" (1029mm) is the minimum
height for both flex termination or
Simpson Dura-Vent venting.
Note: Header must be installed vertically. If
Header is installed horizontally, it must be
steel.
NOTE: See next page for important
Barcelona and Palace Series framing
note.
Note: The unit does not have to be com-
pletely enclosed in a chase. The
clearance on top of the unit is 0" to
the standoffs so combustible
building materials can be laid di-
rectly on top of the standoffs. You
must maintain 1-1/2" (38mm) clear-
ance from the vent to combustible
materials for flex (1-1/4" for Simp-
son Dura-Vent).
5) Use steel studs for framing where the
1-1/2" (38mm) clearance from the vent to
combustiblematerialcannotbemaintained,
e.g. front top header.
INSTALLATION

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INSTALLATION
When installing the optional Barcelona Front or Palace Series, a non-combustible material 12" (305mm) above the unit and 6" (153mm) on each
side must be used. See diagram 1.
The Barcelona Front and Palace Series also requires steel stud framing above and on each side of the unit. See diagram 1.
Diagram 1
BARCELONA & PALACE SERIES FRAMING NOTE

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When installing the optional Arch Door Series, a non-combustible material 12" (305mm) above the unit and 6" (153mm) on each side must be used.
See diagram 2.
The Arch Door Series also requires steel stud framing above and on each side of the unit. See diagram 2.
ARCH DOOR SERIES FRAMING NOTE
Diagram 2
INSTALLATION

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Screw Facing Material
Position Depth
A 1/2" / 13mm
B 7/8" / 22mm
C*1-1/4" / 32mm
"C" Screw Position:
For a facing material depth of 1-1/4"
(32mm), the top facing support must be
reversed.
INSTALLATION
UNIT ASSEMBLY
PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION
TheTopFacingSupport,theSideNailingStrips
and the 2 Top Standoffs must be correctly
positioned and attached to the top before unit
is slipped into position.
TopStandoffAssembly
The top standoffs are shipped in a flat position
and must be folded into shape and attached.
1) Remove the standoffs from the fireplace
top.
2) Take each standoff and bend into the cor-
rect shape. Bend up at the bend lines until
the screw holes in the standoff and the pre-
punched screw holes on the fireplace top
line up.
3) Attach the standoff securely to the top with
2 screws per standoff (on opposite cor-
ners).
Top Facing Support and
Side Nailing Strips
Determine the total thickness of facing material
(e.g. drywall plus ceramic tiles) to allow the
finished surface to be flush with the front of the
unit. Total facing thickness can vary from 1/2"
(13mm) to 1-1/4" (32mm) thick.
The Top Facing Support & Side Nailing Strips
canbemountedin3differentpositionsdepend-
ing on the thickness of the facing material.
*For "C" screw position the top facing support
is reversed.
1) Mount Top Facing Support using the 3
suppliedscrewsintothethreepre-punched
screwholesonthetop frontoftheunit.Use
holepositionsA,B,orCdependingonyour
facing depth.
2) Use the same screw hole position for the
SideNailing Strips aswas used forthe Top
Facing Support. Attach each side nailing
strip using 3 screws.
VENTING
INTRODUCTION
The P36 uses the "balanced flue" technology
CoAxial system. The innerlinervents products
of combustion to the outside while the outer
liner draws outside combustion air into the
combustion chamber thereby eliminating the
needtouseheatedroomairforcombustionand
losing warm room air up the chimney.
Note: These flue pipes must not be con-
nected to any other appliance.
The gas appliance and vent system must be
venteddirectlytotheoutsideofthebuilding,and
never be attached to a chimney serving a
separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance.
Each direct vent gas appliance must use it's
own separate vent system. Common vent sys-
tems are prohibited.

FPI P36-3 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
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EXTERIOR VENT TERMINATION LOCATIONS
INSTALLATION
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BB
B
B
A
C
V
V
V
V
V
VV
A
A
V
Fixed
Fixed
Openable
Closed Closed
Openable
NL
B
E
B
M
D
F
K
H
j
Vertical
Termination
V
Vent terminal Area where terminal is not permited
A
Air supply outlet
24"
V
A
G
Inside
corner detail
V
24"
18"
Vertical
Termination
A= Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony *(min. 12"/30cm) B= Clearance to window or door that may be opened *(12"/30cm) C= Clearance to permanently closed window *(min. 12"/30cm) D= Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal
distance of (24"/60cm) from the centerline of the terminal (min. 18"/46cm) check with local code.
E= Clearance to unventilated soffit (min. 15"/38cm) F= Clearance to outside corner: with AstroCap Termination Cap (min. 6"/15cm), with
Dura-Vent Termination Cap (14"/36cm)
G= Clearanceto inside corner:withAstroCap Termination Cap (min.6"/15cm),with Dura-
Vent Termination Cap (12"/30cm)
H= Nottobeinstalledaboveameter/regulatorassemblywithin(3'/90cm)horizontallyfrom
the centerline of the regulator.
J= Clearance to service regulator vent outlet *(min. 36"/90cm) K= Clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to
any other appliance *(12"/30cm)
L= Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet *(min. 72"/1.8m) M= Clearance above paved sidewalk or a paved driveway located on public property
*(min. 84"/2.1m)
N= Clearance under veranda, porch, deck, or balcony *(min. 12"/30cm)
Note: - A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings. - Only permitted if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor. - If the vent termination is accessible, a certified guard shall be installed. * As specified in CGA B149 Installation Code. Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances.