Town & Country Fireplaces TC42 User manual

241103-40 TC42_A 5056.4261
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
-- Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinity
of this or any other appliance.
-- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch;
donotuseanyphoneinyourbuilding.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbour’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
• Ifyoucannotreachyourgassupplier,
call the fire department.
--Installation and service must be
performedbyaqualifiedinstaller,service
agency or the gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
IMPORTANT:
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO
REMAIN WITH THE
HOMEOWNER
INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL TC42
SERIES A
DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE
This appliance may be installed in an
aftermarket permanently located,
manufacturedhome(USAonly)ormobile
home,wherenotprohibitedbylocalcodes.
Thisapplianceisonlyforusewiththetype
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases.

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Contents
CAUTION ............................................................................................................ 3
SAFETY .............................................................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS..................................................................... 5
TOP STANDOFFS .............................................................................................. 5
LOCATING THE FIREPLACE............................................................................. 5
FRAMING AND FINISHING ................................................................................ 6
CONTROL BOX .................................................................................................. 8
HEARTH EXTENSION ........................................................................................ 8
VENTING............................................................................................................10
WALL TERMINATION VENTING.......................................................................10
ROOF TERMINATION VENTING.......................................................................16
VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCE .......................................................................18
VENT PIPE SEALANT .......................................................................................19
VENT RESTRICTOR ADJUSTMENT ................................................................20
MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME ................................................................20
GAS SUPPLY.....................................................................................................21
OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH...............................................................................21
WINDOW FRAME REMOVAL ...........................................................................22
UPPER FIREBOX SHIELD REMOVAL..............................................................22
BRICK PANELS INSTALLATION ......................................................................23
EMBER MATERIAL ...........................................................................................24
LOG SET ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................24
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS - Millivolt Valve....................................................26
FIRST FIRE ........................................................................................................26
OPERATING ......................................................................................................26
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS - Electronic Valve ................................................27
FLAME ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................28
APPENDIXA ......................................................................................................29
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................29
REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................................................................................30
REPLACEMENT PARTS-MILLIVOLT CONTROL ASSEMBLY ........................31
REPLACEMENT PARTS - ELECTRONIC CONTROL ASSEMBLY..................32
ELECTRONIC VALVE WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................................33
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION KIT....................................................................34
WALL THIMBLE/SHIELD ..................................................................................34
VERTICAL TERMINATION KIT .........................................................................35
VARIOUS GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS ........................................................36
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION .............................................................................39

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25 15/16"
59 5/8"
49 11/16"
29 5/16"
14 1/4"
90 5/8"
37 9/16"
25 15/16"
31"
43 1/2"
47 5/16"
CAUTION
FORYOURSAFETY-DonotinstalloroperateyourTownand
Country fireplace without first reading and understanding this
manual. Any installation or operational deviation from the
followinginstructionsvoidstheTownandCountryFireplacesTM
Warranty and may prove hazardous.
Thisapplianceanditsindividualshutoffvalvemust bediscon-
nected from gas supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig
(3.5 kPa).
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Note: Whenlitforthefirsttime, theappliancewill emitaslight
odourfor acoupleofhours. Thisisdue tothecuringofpaints,
sealants and lubricants used in the manufacturing process.
This condition is temporary. Open doors and windows to
ventilate area. Smoke and fumes caused by the curing
process may cause discomfort to some individuals.
Do not use the fireplace if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
fireplaceandtoreplaceanypartofthecontrolsystemandany
gas control which has been under water.
SAFETY
Due to high temperatures, this gas appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and draper-
ies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of
highsurfacetemperatures andshould stayaway toavoid
burns or clothing ignition.
Youngchildrenshouldbecarefullysupervisedwhenthey
are in the same room as the appliance.
Clothingorotherflammablematerialshouldnotbeplaced
on or near the appliance.
Any grill, panel or door removed for servicing the unit
must bereplacedpriortooperating. Failuretodoso may
create a hazardous condition.
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified
service person. The appliance should be inspected
beforeuseandatleastannuallybyaprofessionalservice
person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is
imperative that control compartments, burners and cir-
culating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
It is our policy that no responsibility is assumed by the
Company or by any of its employees or representatives
forany damagescaused byan inoperable,inadequate,or
unsafe condition which is the result, either directly or
indirectly, of any improper operation or installation pro-
cedures.
TOP
STANDOFFS
CENTER OF
FLUE OUTLET
Fig # 1
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS

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6 1/2"
2"
12"
53 1/16"
12"
37 9/16"
4"
Minimum Clearances to Combustibles:
Side standoffs..................... 0 in. (0 mm)
Back standoffs .................... 0 in. (0 mm)
Top standoffs...................... 0 in. (0 mm)
Bottom of appliance ........... 0 in. (0 mm)
Adjacent sidewall................ 4 in. (102 mm)
Ceiling to appliance .. 53-1/16 in. (1348 mm)
Mantel to appliance ..........12 in. (305 mm)
Maximum
mantel extension ..........12 in. (305 mm)
Mantel support.................... 4 in. (102 mm)
Vertical vent pipe ................ 2 in. (50 mm)
Horizontal vent pipe
Top .......................... 6-1/2 in. (165 mm)
Sides........................ 6-1/2 in. (165 mm)
Bottom ........................... 2 in. (50 mm)
Fig. # 4
Fig. # 2
CEILING
ADJACENT
WALL OR
MANTEL
SUPPORT
VERTICAL PIPE CLEARANCES
VENT PIPE
COMBUSTIBLE
FRAMING VENT PIPE
HORIZONTAL
SHIELD
VERTICAL
FRONT
SHIELD
HORIZONTAL PIPE CLEARANCES
Fig. # 3
MANTEL
COMBUSTIBLE
FRAMING
UNIT MAY BE RECESSED UP TO
6" WITH NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MASONRY TYPE MATERIAL

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INSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS
The Town & Country Fireplace installation and venting
must conform to the current CAN/CGA-B149 installation
code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1 (in the USA), and approved per local codes.
Only qualified (licensed or trained) personnel should
install this product.
In the state of Massachusetts, only a licensed Plumber
and Gas Fitter may install this product.
Fig. # 5
TOP
STANDOFFS
Fig. # 6 Examples of Common Locations
TOP STANDOFFS
The top standoffs are shipped flat to the top of the unit and
must be bent upright into position. Do this once the fireplace
is on site and in position.
Assembly:
1) Remove the shipping screw holding both standoffs flat
against the top of the unit.
2) Raise the standoff to a vertical position.
3) Installa screw atthe base ofthe standoff tohold it upright.
LOCATING THE FIREPLACE
In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to
determine where the unit is to be installed, location of vent
system and where gas supply piping may be plumbed. Vari-
ous installations are possible, such as, into an existing wall, a
corner, a built-in wall or a wall projection (see Fig. #6). Due to
hightemperatures,do not locate this fireplace in areas of high
traffic or near furniture or draperies.
The minimum clearances from the fireplace to combustible
surfaces are shown on Fig. # 2, 3 and 4.
CAUTION: When selecting a location, ensure
that there is adequate room on the right hand
side of the fireplace for the control box.

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90 5/8"
MIN.
FRAMING AND FINISHING
Note: Thefireplacemustbeinplaceandventinginstalled
before framing in or building an enclosure around the
unit.
TheTown& Country Fireplace may be framed in with building
materials (wood and steel studs) or totally enclosed with non-
combustible material, such as facing brick.
Determine the total thickness of facing material to be used. A
totalthicknessof3/4"willallowthefinishingsurfacetobeflush
with the front of the unit. If preferred, additional masonry type
non-combustible material can be installed above and to the
sides up to 6 inches proud of the appliance.
Once the fireplace is in its final position, frame metal studs to
the insides of the framing brackets on each side of the unit.
Ensure that the studs are set back far enough to allow for
thickness of finishing surface. Secure fireplace to steel studs
with screws. Frame in a steel header directly above the lintel
bar. Additional steel support studs can be added above the
header up to the ceiling. A second steel header is required at
11"abovethelintelbarifregularsheetrockistobeusedabove
this point.
The sides, back and top of the fireplace can be framed in up
to the standoffs using conventional 2 x 4 lumber. Heavier
construction may be required for some installations, consult
local building codes for specific requirements.
Due to high temperatures, concrete board (or other non-
combustiblematerial)mustbeusedtosheetinthefront of the
fireplace, extending 11" above and 1 1/2" to the side of the
framing edge bars. See figure #8. Standard sheetrock (dry-
wall) may be used beyond this.
Chase Insulation: When installing this fireplace against a
non-insulated exterior wall or chase, it is recommended that
the outer walls be insulated to same degree as other exterior
walls. Do not place fireplace directly against the insulation.
Cover the insulation and plastic vapour barrier with a solid
surface, such as drywall (sheetrock). Consult local codes.
Fig. # 7
STEEL
HEADERS
STEEL
STUDS
FRAMING
BRACKETS
MINIMUM
STEEL STUD FRAMING
DETAIL
ALL OTHER FRAMING CAN BE
DONE WITH CONVENTIONAL
2X4 LUMBER
1 1/2"
11"
Concrete board (or other non-combusti-
ble material) must extend 11" above and
1 1/2" to the sides of the framing edges.
CONCRETE
BOARD
MINIMUM
CONCRETE BOARD
DETAIL
Fig. # 8

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NON-COMBUSTIBLE RECESSED
INSTALLATIONDETAIL
* 54" if framed using the Optional
Steel Stud Framing Kit (fig. #8a)
47 1/2" if the fireplace is framed
in place to the minimum steel
stud requirements (fig. #7)
Fig. # 8a
Fig. # 8c MINIMUM COMBUSTIBLESFRAMING DIMENSIONS
21 5/16"
61 3/4"
3/4"
61 3/4"
30 1/8" *
25 11/16"
50"
12 3/16"
3/4"
*
*
91"
WARNING: Framing dimensions will vary with location of fireplace, which
may need to be adjusted to accommodate control box placement and vent
installation. Fireplace should be in it's final location before framing.
OPTIONAL STEEL STUD FRAM-
ING KIT DIMENSIONS
(TC42.FRKITA)
6"
CONCRETE
BOARD
STEEL
STUDS
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MASONRY TYPE
MATERIAL
Fig. # 8b
CAUTION:
When framing
for the fireplace,
ensure adequate
space is pro-
vided for the
control box.
Do not install the
control box
above the
fireplace.
Including Sheetrock

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HEARTHEXTENSION
While a hearth extension is not re-
quiredforthisfireplace,one is recom-
mended for aesthetic reasons. The
hearth extension should be noncom-
bustible and must not be any more
than 1/2" above the bottom of the
fireplace. If thicker, fireplace must be
raised up accordingly.
Caution: Hearthextensionsthicker
than1/2" willinterfere withthe win-
dow frame.
CONTROL BOX
Thegascontrolvalveandbatterysparkigniterboxarehoused
in a control box remote of the fireplace. Flexible conduits
attach the control box to the fireplace and house all the
plumbing and wiring to the burner. This unique design allows
the control box to be mounted in a variety of positions on the
rightside ofthefireplace.Thebox can beframedintothefront
right face or the right sidewall of the fireplace enclosure.
Caution: When positioning the control box, do not over
bend the conduit or use excessive force, as damage may
occur.
1) Remove window frame latch tool and set aside.
2) Remove 4 screws holding control panel in place and
carefully lift off over the control knobs, being sure not to
damage wires and connections to the "Pilot Flame" indi-
cator. Carefully disconnect wires from indicator, and set
aside.
3) Remove screws attaching the control box door and its
inner frame, and place aside.
4) Attach control box to framing at predetermined depth,
allowing room for wall finishing material. Side brackets
can be adjusted for a trim fit.
5) Replace door/inner frame assembly and fasten in place.
Note: Gas supply plumbing must be completed and the
spark igniter battery or backup batteries installed before
reinstalling the front control panel.
6. Reconnect "Pilot Flame" indicator wiring and reinstall
control panel.
Fig. # 9
PILOT
FLAME
INDICATOR
CONTROL
DOOR AND
FRAME
GAS
VALVE
BURNER
SWITCH CONDUIT
BATTERY SPARK
IGNITER
MANUAL MILLIVOLT VALVE
1/4"
1/2"
WINDOW
FRAME
HEARTH
EXTENSION WINDOW
TRACK
SUB-
FLOOR
Fig. # 9a

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CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY
LOCATION AND
FRAMING DETAIL
Fig. # 9b
50"
48"
POSSIBLE
CONTROL BOX
LOCATION
9 3/8"
12"
4 1/4"
CAUTION:
- A 2 foot service access clearance is recom-
mended in front of the control box.
- If recessed into a masonry wall, allow for
control door and frame removal.
- If flush mounted on a masonry wall, allow for
conduit to exit out the bottom of control box.
Caution: Whenposi-
tioning the control
box,donotoverbend
the conduit or use
excessive force, as
damage may occur.

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VENTING
Before installing venting for this unit, the installer should read
these instructions to insure that the proper vent configuration
has been selected.
Use only Town and Country Termination kits #:
TC42.VTHZA - Horizontal Termination Kit
TC42.VWTSA - Wall Thimble/Shield (required for a wall
termination)
TC42.VTKVERA - Vertical Termination Kit
VentsystemcomponentsapprovedforusewiththeTownand
Country Fireplace are shown in Figure #10.
Various combinations of vertical and horizontal runs may be
used. Refer to Figure # 15 and 16 for details. For optimum
performance and flame appearance, keep the vent length to
a minimum and limit the number of elbows. Connections
between each vent system component must be tightly joined
and sealed, and secured with sheet metal screws. A horizon-
talrunofventmusthavea1/4"riseforevery1ft.ofruntowards
the termination.
CAUTION: UNDERNOCONDITIONSHOULDCOMBUSTI-
BLE MATERIAL BE CLOSER THAN 6 1/2 INCHES FROM
THE HORIZONTAL AND 2 INCHES FROM THE VERTICAL
SECTIONS OF THE VENT PIPE.
WALL TERMINATION VENTING
Exterior wall opening:
Determine the exact position of the fireplace so that the vent
pipe is centred (if possible) between two building framing
members. Consult your local building codes prior to proceed-
ing. The vent kit will accommodate up to a maximum wall
thickness of 12 inches.
1) Having determined the position of the fireplace, cut and
frame a 22-1/2 inches opening centred at a minimum
height of 80 inches above the floor. The opening may be
roundor square. Heightof theopeningwill varywith each
installation. As the horizontal vent run increases, so does
the minimum vertical rise (see Fig. #15).
IMPORTANT: When locating the opening, it should be
noted that vent terminal clearances must be maintained.
See "Vent Terminal Clearances" section for proper clear-
ances.
A minimum vertical rise of 1 foot is required for any wall
termination.Withthisminimalverticalriseincombinationwith
two 45° elbows, a maximum horizontal run of 2 feet is
permitted (see Fig. #15 and 16). For longer horizontal runs
greaterthan 2feet,increaseverticalrise equally.Theriseand
runmust beconstrained to the boundaries ofthe chart shown
in figure #15. The horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4" rise
for every 1 ft. of run towards the termination.
Vent System Town & ICC Simpson Security Energy Metalbestos
Components Country Vent
Excel Duratech ASHT "A" Vent SSII
3" Pipe Length ............................ ---- ...................................................................---- ................ ---- ............ 7T-3
6" Pipe Length ............................ ---- ..........................7EL6 ......... 9502............ ---- ................ HT706 ...... 7T-6
8" Pipe Length ............................ ---- ..........................---- ............. ---- ............... 7L8 ............... ---- ............ ----
12" Pipe Length .......................... ---- ..........................7EL12 ....... 9503 ............ 7L12 ............. HT712 ...... ----
18" Pipe Length .......................... ---- ..........................----............. 9504............ 7L1 ............... HT718 ...... 7T-18
24" Pipe Length .......................... ---- ..........................7EL24 ....... 9505 ............ 7L2 ............... HT724 ...... ----
36" Pipe Length .......................... ---- ..........................----............. 9506............ 7L3 ............... HT736 ...... 7T-36
48" Pipe Length .......................... ---- ..........................7EL48 ....... 9507 ............ ---- ................ ---- ............ ----
18" Adjustable Pipe Length ........ ---- ..........................7ELA18..... ---- ............... ---- ................ ---- ............ ----
15° Elbow.................................... ---- ..........................----............. 9564............ 7E15 ............. HT715 ...... 7T-EL 15
30° Elbow.................................... ---- ..........................----............. 9566............ 7E30 ............. HT730 ...... 7T-EL 30
45° Elbow .................................... ---- ..........................7EE45 ....... ---- ............... 7E45............. ---- ............ ----
Wall/Offset Support..................... ---- ..........................EOS .......... 9560............ 7OS .............. HT7IOS .... 7TWB
Flat Roof Flashing....................... ---- ..........................EF ............. 9651............ ---- ................ HT-TCF .... 10S-TF
Roof Flashing 0/12 - 6/12 ........... ---- ..........................---- ............. 9649............ 8F ................. ---- ............ ----
Roof Flashing 1/12 - 7/12 ........... ---- ..........................EFA........... ---- ...............8FA............... HT-ARF.... 10SAF-6
Roof Flashing 7/12 - 12/12 ......... ---- ..........................---- ............. 9650............ ---- ................ ---- ............ 10SAF-12
Roof Flashing 8/12 - 12/12 ......... ---- ..........................EFB........... ---- ............... 8FB............... HT-SRF.... ----
Horizontal Termination Kit .......... TC42.VTHZA..........---- ............. ---- ............... ---- ................ ---- ............ ----
Wall Thimble/Shield .................... TC42.VWTSA ........---- ............. ---- ............... ---- ................ ---- ............ ----
Vertical Termination Kit............... TC42.VTKVERB.....---- ............. ---- ............... ---- ................ ---- ............ ----
Ceiling Firestop ........................... TC42.VCFSA .........---- ............. ---- ............... ---- ................ ---- ............ ----
Horizontal Radiation Shield ........ TC42.VHRSA .........---- ............. ---- ............... ---- ................ ---- ............ ----
Fig. # 10

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Wall thimble:
Where a vent pipe passes through a combustible wall, a wall
thimble must be used to retain insulation and maintain proper
clearances. The wall thimble may be adjusted to length for
various wall thicknesses up to 12" thick.
Measure the wall thickness including the siding. Adjust the
depthofthewallthimbletothewallthicknessplus1"bysliding
the two outer rings. Fasten rings in place with screws. Adjust
inner insulated sleeve the same amount and trim excess
insulation. Position the wall thimble from inside through the
22-1/2" opening. Properly adjusted, the thimble should pro-
trude 1" past the outer wall surface.
ADJUST DEPTH TO
WALL THICKNESS
PLUS 1"
TRIM EXCESS
INSULATION
WALL THIMBLE AND VENT
MUST PROTRUDE 1"
BEYOND SIDING
Fig. # 11
Fig. # 12

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Fig. # 13
Air intake pipe:
Attach a 5" flexible and/or rigid aluminum air intake pipe, pre-
cut to 6" longer than the vent pipe, to the air inlet collar at the
back of the unit. Secure in place with screws and seal.
Slide the fireplace into position, while feeding the air intake
through the wall thimble.
The air intake pipe may need to be insulated in some jurisdic-
tions.Ifinsulating,ensurethattheinsulationwrapiskeptaway
from the vent pipe.
Vent pipe:
Install vent pipe through the wall thimble and attach to flue
outlet collar on top of the fireplace. Secure all joints with
screws and seal.
The fireplace position may need to be adjusted to ensure
that the vent pipe protrudes 1 inch beyond the outer wall.
Attach telescopic horizontal shield to the wall thimble. Attach
front telescopic vertical shield to the front of the fireplace.
Extend both shields till they meet and fasten together.
HORIZONTAL
SHIELD
ADJUST
LENGTH AND
HEIGHT TO FIT
WALL
THIMBLE/SHIELD
VERTICAL
SHIELD
Wall vent terminal:
1) It will be necessary to attach the 5" flex air intake pipe to
the vent terminal sleeve before attaching terminal to the
wall.Apply a beadofsealanttotheterminalsleevebefore
attaching flex pipe.
2) Engage the 7" vent collar with the vent pipe and slide
terminal into place. Attach the terminal to the outside wall
at each corner with screws provided. Do not overtighten
screws. The vent terminal must not be recessed into
the exterior wall or siding.
3) Caulk in place to prevent any moisture entering the build-
ing.
NOTE: MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO THE VENT TERMI-
NAL MUST BE MAINTAINED (see Fig. #21 AND 22).

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Fig. # 14 HORIZONTAL
TERMINAL
22 1/2" FRAMED
OPENING
* Minimum distance from the floor to
center of the opening using ICC vent.
May need to be increased with different
brands of vent pipe.
* 80"
HORIZONTAL
SHIELD
VERTICAL
SHIELD
WALL THIMBLE
AIR INTAKE PIPE

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10'
9'
8'
7'
6'
5'
4'
2'1'
30'
35'
40'
MAX.
MIN.
MAX.
3'
2'
1'
10'
MAX.
80"
VERTICAL RISE
HORIZONTAL RUN
Fig. # 15 WALL
TERMINATION
VENTING CHART
*Minimum Vent Pipe Centerline Height Using ICC Vent.
NOTE: The vent must not exceed
a total length of 40 feet. Any com-
bination of rise and run may be
used but must be constrained to
the boundaries of this chart. For
each additional 90° elbow, reduce
horizontal vent run by 2 feet. For
each additional 45° elbow, reduce
horizontal vent run by 1 foot.
*
Minimum 1'
Length of Pipe

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10'
9'
8'
7'
6'
5'
4'
2'1'
30'
35'
40'
MAX.
MIN.
3'
2'
1'
MIN.
4'
MAX.
10'3' 4' 5'
ROOF TERMINATION
VENTING CHART
Fig. # 16
VERTICAL RISE
HORIZONTAL RUN
NOTE: The vent must not exceed
a total length of 40 feet. Any com-
bination of rise and run may be
used but must be constrained to
the boundaries of this chart. For
each additional 90° elbow, reduce
horizontal vent run by 2 feet. For
each additional 45° elbow, reduce
horizontal vent run by 1 foot.
Minimum 1'
Length of Pipe

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ROOF SUPPORT
BRACKET
(TC42.9060)
VENT PIPE
ROOF TERMINATION VENTING
Ceiling opening:
1) Determine the exact position of the fireplace so that the
vent pipe is centered (if possible) between two building
framingmembers.Layoutthevent system path, minimiz-
ingthenumberofelbowsandlength of vent. Consult your
local building codes prior to proceeding.
2) Cutandframetheholesinthefloor,ceilingandroofwhere
the vent system will pass. The required minimum rough
opening is 13" wide and 18" deep. Avoid cutting rafters.
The front edge of the hole should be 7 1/4" from the
centerlineoftheventpipe.Sizeoftheopeningthroughthe
roof may need to be increased as the pitch of the roof
increases.
Ceiling firestop:
Where a vent pipe passes through a floor or ceiling, a ceiling
firestopmust beused to retaininsulation and maintainproper
clearances.
Frombelow,pushtheceilingfirestopthroughtheopeningand
secure in place. If the firestop is used to penetrate a floor, the
outer shield may be trimmed in length. If the firestop pen-
etrates into an attic, leave the shield full length to keep
insulationaway from thevent pipe.Additionally,after the vent
pipe is in place, install a storm collar on top of the shield. This
willpreventlooseinsulationfromfalling into the area between
the vent pipe and the shield.
Air intake pipe:
Attach a 5" flexible and/or rigid aluminum air intake pipe, pre-
cut to the same length as the vent pipe, to the air inlet collar
at the back of the unit. Secure in place with screws and seal.
Slide the fireplace into its final position, while feeding the air
intake through the ceiling firestop.
Vent pipe:
1) Install the first section of vent pipe into the collar on top of
thefireplace. The unit isdesignedfor vertical pipeadjustment
byallowingthepipetoslidedownintothecollar.Beawarethat
pipes shorter than 24" could slide down past the top edge of
the collar and may be difficult to retrieve. Secure in place with
screws and seal.
2) Continue adding vent pipe lengths up and through the
firestop(s) and through the roof. The vent pipe must extend
22" above the roof.
Roof support bracket:
Slip the roof support bracket down over the vent pipe. Rotate
the 90° brackets to accommodate roof pitch. Attach the
bracketstotheroofjoistswithnailsorbuildingscrews.Tighten
the band around the vent pipe and secure in place with
screws.
Fig. # 18
Sizeoftheopeningwillhavetoincreasewiththe
pitch of the roof to ensure a 1 inch air space
clearance between support sleeve and
combustibles. Additional space may need to be
provided if the side air intake box is attached
prior to installation.
B
13"
A
Roof Pitch A B
0/12 13" 6 1/2"
4/12 15" 8 1/4"
6/12 16 1/2" 9 1/2"
8/12 18" 10 1/2"
12/12 22" 13"
Fig. # 17

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Fig. # 20
VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP
(TC42.9065)
FLASHING
STORM COLLAR
(TC42.90665)
MASTIC
Note: Adjustable for various
roof pitches, from flat roof to
12/12 pitch roof.
VENT PIPE
SUPPORT
SLEEVE
(TC42.9063)
Roof vent terminal:
1) Slide the support sleeve over the vent pipe down through
theroofopeningsothetopedgeisevenwith the top edge
of the vent pipe. Fasten the bottom edge of the sleeve to
the vent pipe with screws and seal. Install the side intake
box as shown in figure #19. Secure in place with screws
and seal. Attach the flex air inlet pipe to the support
sleeve. Secure in place with screws and seal.
2) Place the roof flashing over top of the support sleeve and
nail securely to the roof using roofing nails, top and sides
UNDER shingles, lower end OVER shingles to provide a
watershed. Make weather tight by sealing with roofing
compound (see Fig. #20).
3) Place the storm collar down over the support sleeve until
it is level. Tighten storm collar for a snug fit. Apply a thick
horizontal ring of mastic around the support sleeve at top
of storm collar (see Fig. #20).
4) Lowerthe roofvent terminal capover the sleeveand vent
pipe and secure in place with screws provided (see Fig.
#20). Seal screw heads and joint with caulking to prevent
any moisture entering the venting system.
Fig. # 19
TELESCOPIC
SLEEVE
SIDE INTAKE
BOX
ADJUSTABLE
FROM
29 1/2" TO 47"

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M
K
I
A
V
G
G
H
A
J
V
G
A
B
C
A
V
V
A
V
B
F
B
L
V
E
V
V
V
D
VENTTERMINAL CLEARANCE
Minimum clearances to the vent terminal must be maintained
as shown in figure #21. Measure clearances to the nearest
edge of termination hood.
NOTE: Vent terminal must not be recessed into a wall or
siding.
NOTE: LOCAL CODES OR REGULATIONS MAY RE-
QUIRE DIFFERENT CLEARANCES.
Fig. # 21 VENT TERMINAL MINIMUM
CLEARANCES
A= clearances above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony
[* 12 inches (30 cm) minimum]
B= clearance to window or door that may be opened [* 12
inches (30 cm) minimum]
C= clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12
inches (30 cm) recommended to prevent condensation on
window]
D= vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the
terminal within a horizontal distance of 2 feet (60 cm) from
the center-line of the terminal [18 inches (46 cm) minimum]
E= clearance to unventilated soffit [18 inches (46 cm) mini-
mum]
F= clearance to outside corner [12 inches (30 cm) minimum]
G= clearance to inside corner [12 inches (30 cm) minimum]
H= * not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly
within 3 feet (90 cm) horizontally from the center-line of the
regulator
I= clearance to service regulator vent outlet [* 6 feet (1.8 m)
minimum]
J= clearance to nonmechanical air supply inlet to building or
the combustion air inlet to any other appliance [* 12 inches
(30 cm) minimum]
K= clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet [* 6 feet (1.8 m)
minimum]
L= ^ clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway
located on public property [* 7 feet (2.1 m) minimum]
M= clearance under veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [18
inches (46 cm) minimum**]
^ a vent shall not terminate directly above a side-walk 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 2 sides beneath the floor*
* as specified in CGA B149 Installation Codes, Note: local Codes or Regulation may require different clearances
* for U.S.A. Installations follow the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
AIR SUPPLY
INLET
VENT TERMINAL GAS METER
FIXED
CLOSED
FIXED
CLOSED OPEN-
ABLE
OPEN-
ABLE
INSIDE
CORNER
DETAIL
AREA WHERE TERMINAL
IS NOT PERMITTED

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VENT PIPE
SEALANT
SEALANT
Fig. #23
VENT PIPE SEALANT
(supplied with the appliance)
All joints in the vent and air intake pipe must be sealed.
Useredsiliconesealantprovidedtosealthejointbetweenthe
first section of vent pipe and the top of the fireplace and any
other joint within the first 1 foot. Run a 1/8” wide bead of
sealant around exterior of these joints.
All subsequent joints can be sealed with the aluminum tape
provided. Wrap the tape completely around the joint and
press firmly in place.
ALUMINUM TAPE
VENT PIPE
(all joints within the first 1 foot)
(all subsequent joints)

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10'
9'
8'
7'
6'
5'
30'
35'
40'
MAX.
3'
2'
1'
0'
4'
12'
11'
30'
1' 2'
20'
21'
19'
20'
10'
0'
3' 4' 5' 6' 7' 8' 9' 10'
3/4" OPEN LP
1" OPEN NG
2" OPEN
3" OPEN
FULLY OPEN
VENT RESTRICTOR ADJUSTMENT
The vent restrictor is located on the firebox rear wall. The unit
leavesthe factory withthe vent restrictorwideopen as shown
infig.15.Therestrictorisbuiltintotheapplianceforsecondary
air flow adjustment. Adjustment enables tuning the airflow for
optimum flame appearance and performance for a wide
variety of vent configurations.
To adjust:
- determine the vent height
- determine the vent horizontal length
- from the chart determine the restrictor position
Refer to the chart and Fig. 25 for the correct position of
restrictorfortheventconfigurationofyourinstallation.Restrictor
positions are based upon lab tests. The ideal position may
vary slightly with installation.
Restriction is too much if the flame has the following charac-
teristics:
- Flame is excessively tall and lifting.
- Flame lacks movement.
- Flame soots.
Restriction is too little if the flame has the following character-
istics:
- Flame height is low.
- Flame has excessive movement.
To adjust the restrictor:
- Loosen the screw holding the restrictor.
- Push the restrictor down to its intended opening, meas-
ured up from the firebox floor.
- Tighten the screw
MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME
In some jurisdictions, the Town & Country Fireplace may be
installed in Manufactured Homes after the "first sale". Con-
sult local codes for approval. The fireplace must be
fastened in place.
InstallinaccordancewiththecurrentstandardMobileHomes,
CAN/CSA Z240 MH (in CANADA), and the Manufacturer's
Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part
3280 or the current Standard for Fire Safety Criteria for
Manufactured Home Installations, Sites and Communities
ANSI/NFPA 501A (in the U.S.A.).
WALL AND ROOF
TERMINATION
RESTRICTOR
POSITION
VENT RESTRICTOR
Fig. # 25
Fig. # 24
SHOWN WITH REAR
BRICK PANELS REMOVED
OPENING