General Shale Serenity 150 User manual

“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
SERENITY 150
Outdoor Fireplace
How-To Assemble Your
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PART NO. FPL-150
DIFFICULTY INTERMEDIATE
APPROX. DIM. 4'W x 4'4"D x 8'11"H
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APPROX. WEIGHT 8,100 lbs.

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Materials included with your outdoor kit.
Additional materials required to install your kit.
Concrete or Gravel (for setting base)
Level
Tape Measure
Rubber Mallet
Small Trowel
5 gal. Mixing Bucket
Note: You may also use landscape adhesive (available separately) in place of supplied thin set mix.
NOTE: Actual components may vary slightly. Some cutting may be required.
NOTE: The unit as shown in these instructions has been re tested. Changes to the unit such as
rebox size may aect unit performance
“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
NOTE: This unit is designed for outdoor use only. This unit is not designed to be used on wood
decks or under roof enclosures. Locate unit reasonable distance from any combustible materials.
Comply with local building code(s) and burning permits as applicable. Retain these instructions
with unit.
Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
Weathered Block“B”(4" x 8" x 12")
Weathered Single Bullnose Block“B1”(4"x 8"x 14" )
Weathered Block “C” (4" x 8" x 8")
Weathered Single Bullnose Block“C1”(4" x 8" x 8")
Weathered Bullnose Corner “C2” (4" x 8" x 8")
Weathered Single Bullnose Block“C5” (4" x 4" x 8")
Weathered Block“D” (4" x 8" x 4")
Non-Weathered Block “I” (4" x 8" x 16")
Non-Weathered Block “J” (1 5/8" x 8" x 16")
Firebrick (6 precut) (4" x 9" x 2 1/4")
Cast Rock Lintel (6" x 7 1/4" x 32")
Block Lintel (4" x 8" x 34 3/4")
Cast Rock Chimney Cap
Thin Set Mix
(164)
(28)
(6)
(2)
(14)
(4)
(4)
(8)
(18)
(6)
(24)
(1)
(2)
(1)
(2)
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Course Numbers
(Referred to in following instructions)
Firebox Dimensions
NOTE: These dimensions are provided for customer information.
Firebox Opening (Front): 24"W x 22"H (± ¼")
Inside* (Side to Side): 31 1/2"W x 40"H (± ¼")
Inside* (Front to Back): 24"D x 40"H (± ¼")
Chimney Opening (Top): 12"x 12"(± ¼")
“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
NOTE: Inside height is from top of re brick to top of course 15.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Cap
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Step
1Create a level base using Crusher Run Stone to accommodate the overall footprint
of the replace.
Prepare an area 4'4"wide x 4'8"deep.
Remove sod and vegetation.
Excavate/remove so soil as required to provide level stone surface at a
minimum of 4"deep.
If soil under sod is hard, soil can be leveled out and used as a base
material.
If required, use landscape blocks to retain stone base.
If installing optional hearth/knee wall, extend base as required.
(Base Section View)
NOTE: All outdoor living kits can be installed directly on a properly prepared stone base. However, for best performance and
appearance, a concrete pad is recommended.
Reference diagrams for creating a level base.
Undisturbed Ground
Existing Ground Screed Stone Base Level
4"
4"min. Crusher Run Stone
4'4"
4'8"
FRONT
Crusher Run
Base (4"min. thickness)
4'4" x 4'8"
(Base Plan View)
4' x 4'4"
Fireplace Outline
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step
2Build the replace (courses 1 through 3).
Assemble the replace on a level setting base.
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
Dry stack courses 1 through 4 and check t for re brick before applying
thin set. Adjust gap / position of "A" and "I" blocks to accommodate re
Adjust position of units and/or shim units as required to maintain
uniform level and square courses. (NOTE: Pre-packaged shims, pieces
of roof shingles or metal washers can be used as shims.)
*Quantities per Course.
(11) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(2) Weathered Block “B” (4" x 8" x 12")
(6) Non-Weathered Block “I” (4" x 8" x 16")
(12) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(2) Weathered Block "“D” (4" x 8" x 4")
(6) Non-Weathered Block “I” (4" x 8" x 16")
Courses 1 and 3* Course 2
A
A
AA
A
B
A
B
I
I
I
I
I
I
A
A
A A A
Non-weathered
block repre-
sented in lighter
AA
A
D
A
D
I
I
I
I
I
I
A
A
A
A
A
A
AA
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
(9) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(6) Non-Weathered Block “J” (1 5/8" x 8" x 16")
(6) Weathered Single Bullnose “B1” (4" x 8" x 14")
(24) Fire Brick (4" x 9" x 2 1/4")
Course 4
Course 4 - FireBrick
A
AA
AA
J
J
J
J
J
J
A
B1 B1B1 B1B1 B1
A A A
Step
3Build the replace (course 4).
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
(*NOTE: Some re brick are precut from the factory to
t properly. If desired, the “J” block can be left out of
course 4 to make re bricks sit lower than the surround-
ing “A” block.)
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step
3Build the replace (courses 5 through 10).
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
Apply thin set to head joints (vertical joints) on courses 5 through 10 (re
box area).
Courses 5, 7 and 9
Courses 6, 8 and 10
(6) Weathered Block “A” (4"x 8"x 16")
(2) Weathered Block “B” (4"x 8"x 12")
(7) Weathered Block “A” (4"x 8"x 16")
(2) Weathered Block “D” (4"x 8"x 4")
A
A A
A
A A
B B
AAA
A A
A A
D D
Head joint
(typical)
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step
4Build the replace (courses 11 and 12).
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
The 6" x 7 1/4" x 32" Cast Rock Lintel in courses 11 & 12 is shared between
the two courses.
Head joint
(typical)
A A
AA
AA
CC
Course 11
(6) Weathered Block “A” (4"x 8"x 16")
(2) Weathered Block “C” (4"x 8"x 8")
6" x 7 1/4" x 32"
Cast Lintel
Rock face to be
on outside of
replace.
6"
Apply thin set to head joints (vertical joints) on course 11 (re box area).
Shim "A" block in course 12 as required so that height is ush with top of 6"
x 7 1/4" lintel.
A AA
A A
A A
Course 12
(7) Weathered Block “A” (4"x 8"x 16")
6" x 7 1/4" x 32"
Cast Lintel
6"
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step
5Build the replace (courses 13 through 15).
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
(9) Weathered Block “A” (4"x 8"x 16")
(9) Weathered Block “A” (4"x 8"x 16")
A
A
A A
A
A
AAA
Courses 13 and 15
Course 14
A
A
A
A
AA
AA
A
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
C2
C5
C2 C5
C5 C2
C2
C5
8"
8"
Course 16 (All pieces are "C1" unless otherwise noted)
4" x 8" x 34 3/4" Block Lintel
4" x 8" x 34 3/4" Block Lintel
Note: These
lintels laid at
side down.
Step
6Build the replace (course 16).
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
All bullnose block in course 16 will overhang course 15 by 2 1/2" on all
sides.
Dry stack bullnose units and check t before applying thin set.
(14) Weathered Single Bullnose “C1” (4" x 8" x 8")
(4) Weathered Single Bullnose “C5” (4" x 4" x 8")
(4) Weathered Bullnose Corner “C2” (4" x 8" x 8")
(2) Block Lintels (shown in lighter gray) (4" x 8" x 34 3/4")
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step Build the replace (courses 17 through 19).
Center all courses on the previous course to build chimney properly.
Dry stack course 17 to ensure t and position before applying thin set.
A A
A A
A A
A
A
B
B
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
A A AA
A
A
A
A
B
B
Courses 17 and 19
(8) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(2) Weathered Block “B” (4" x 8" x 12")
Course 18
(8) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(2) Weathered Block “B” (4" x 8" x 12")
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step Build the replace (courses 20 through 22).
Center all courses on the previous course to build chimney properly.
Dry stack course 20 to ensure t and position before applying thin set.
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
Courses 20 and 22
(2) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(4) Weathered Block “B” (4" x 8" x 12")
Course 21
(2) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(4) Weathered Block “B” (4" x 8" x 12")
A
A
B
B B
B
A
A
B
B
B
B
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step Build the replace (courses 23 through 25).
Center all courses on the previous course to build chimney properly.
Dry stack courses 23 to ensure t and position before applying thin set.
Use supplied thin set between all courses and all blocks.
Courses 23 and 25
(4) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
(4) Weathered Block “A” (4" x 8" x 16")
A
A
A
A
4"
Typical
Course 24
A
A
A
A
4"
Typical
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“Serenity 150” Fireplace (FPL-150) Assembly Instructions
Step Build the replace (Cast Rock Chimney Cap).
Set cap into place using thin set (centered on course 25).
Cast Rock Chimney Cap
Step Tempering Recommendations:
Wait 24 hours before building a re in your replace kit.
Build a few modest res in the replace initially before building a
re at normal temperatures.
During rst few res, some minor smoking may occur as the
block and mortar dry out from the heat; this is normal.