Vexar 368STM-1 Quick start guide

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SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain re-
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This replace is approved for use as a wood burning
replace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANS Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-
free gas log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard.
A vent-free log can only be installed in an aftermarket
(completion of sale, not for purpose of resale from the
manufacturer), permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes. A
hood must be installed when using a vent-free gas log
heater (see Accessories, page 14).
This rebox meets the construction and safety stan-
dards of H.U.D. for application in mobile homes when
installed according to these instructions.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
36" SEE THROUGH SMOOTH FACE
WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE
OWNER’S INSTALLATION MANUAL
368STM with Brushed
Brass Finish Doors
368STM-1 with
Platinum Finish Doors
Includes Combustion Air Kit
and Bi-Fold Doors
P F S
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SAFETY
CAUTION:Thestructuralinteg-
rity of the mobile home oor and
ceiling/roof must be maintained.
WARNING: Do not install a
replace insert in this box unless
the manufacturer's instructions
with the insert specically state
this replace has been tested for
use with the insert.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline
or any other ammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located
out of trafc and away from
furniture and draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other
ammable materials on or near
the appliance.
• Never leave children unat-
tended when a re is burning
in the replace.
This replace is not intended to
be used as a substitute for a fur-
nace to heat an entire home. Use
for supplemental heat only.
This wood burning replace com-
plies with the UL127 standard as
a FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE.
This replace meets construc-
tion and safety standards of
HUD for application in mobile
homes when installed according
to these directions.
WARNING: Improper in-
stallation,adjustment,altera-
tion, service or maintenance
can cause injury, property
damage or loss of life. Refer
to this manual for assistance
or additional information.
Consult a qualied installer
or local distributor.
IMPORTANT: Check HUD re-
quirements before installing this
replace.
Model 368STM is specically designed for use
in manufactured mobile homes. This replace
includes a manual control fan system, com-
bustion air kit and bi-fold doors.
Before beginning installation of replace, read
these instructions through completely.
• This Style Crest, Inc. replace and its com-
ponents are safe when installed according
to this installation manual. Unless you use
Style Crest, Inc. components, which have
been designed and tested for replace
system, you may cause a re hazard.
• The Style Crest, Inc. warranty will be voided
by and Style Crest, Inc. disclaims any re-
sponsibility for the following actions.
a. Modication of replace, components,
doors, blower, fans, air inlet system and
damper control.
b. Use of any component part not manu-
factured or approved by Style Crest,
Inc. in combination with a Style Crest,
Inc. replace system.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation
of replace. Consult local building codes as
to the particular requirements concerned
with installation of all factory built replaces.
Although grounding may not be required by
code, the manufacturer recommends it.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Specications ...................................................... 3
Fireplace Installation............................................ 3
Venting Installation .............................................. 6
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 12
Operation and Maintenance .............................. 13
Accessories ....................................................... 14
Replacement Parts ............................................ 16
Technical Service............................................... 16

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SPECIFICATIONS
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efcient
location for the replace, you must take into
consideration the following guidelines:
1. The location must allow for proper clear-
ances (see Figure 1 and Figure 2, page 4).
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 cutting of joists or
roof rafters will make installation easier.
4. An outside air kit is available with this
replace (see Outside Air Kit on page 5).
WARNING: Do not install this
appliance in a bedroom.
24"
37 1/2"20 1/2"
10 1/4"
53 1/2"
17 1/2"
4 1/2"
6"
12 3/8" O.D.
18" I.D.
21 5/16"
15 1/2"
42 5/8"
36 1/2"
9 1/2"
2 1/2"
Gas Line
Conduit
Outside Air
(Left Side
Shown)
Storm Collar
Flashing
Firestop
0" To Top
Spacer
0" To
Bottom
1" Air Space
Back and
Sides
2" Airspace to
Combustible
Materials
12" Minimum
to Perpendicular
Sidewall
Outside Air
Intake (Located
on Both Sides
of Fireplace)
8" Each Side
Hearth
Extension
52" x 16"
Round To p
Te rmination
Square Chase
Te rmination
11/2"
11 1/4"
12" 18"
12"
7"
24"
19"
Left Side View
To p View
Front View

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MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES
Back and sides of replace 1" minimum*
Floor** 0" minimum
Wall to front of replace 36" minimum
Perpendicular wall to opening 14" minimum
Top spacers 0" minimum
Mantel clearances see Mantels, page 14
Chimney outer pipe surfaces 1" minimum
* Not required at nailing anges
** See step 2 of Installing Fireplace
WARNING: Do not pack re-
quired air spaces with insulation
or other materials.
Minimum/Maximum Chimney Height
Minimum height of chimney, measured from
base of replace to ue gas outlet of termina-
tion, is 15 feet for straight ue and 16 feet for
a ue with one elbow set. Maximum distance
between elbows is 2 feet. For systems with
2 elbow sets, minimum height is 25 feet.
Maximum height of any system is 40 feet. This
measurement includes replace, chimney
sections and height of termination assembly
at level of ue gas outlet (see Figure 15,
page 10).
FRAMING
1. Frame opening for replace using dimen-
sions shown in Figure 1.
2. If replace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any
combustible material other than wood
ooring, the replace must be installed
upon a metal or wood panel extending
the full width and depth of replace.
3. Set replace directly in front of opening
and slide unit back until nailing anges
touch side framing.
4. Check level of replace and shim with
sheet metal if necessary.
5. Before securing fireplace to prepared
framing, provided ember protector must
be placed between hearth extension (not
supplied) and under bottom front edge of
replace to protect against glowing embers
falling through. If replace is to be installed
on a raised platform, a Z-type ember pro-
tector (not supplied) must be fabricated to
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
t your required platform height. Ember
protector should extend under replace a
minimum of 1 1/2". Ember protector should
be made of sheet metal (28 gauge mini-
mum to prevent corrosion.
6. Using screws or nails, secure replace to
framing through anges located on sides
of replace (see Figure 2).
Figure 1 - Framing Dimensions
Figure 2 - Nailing Flanges
As Required by Design as Long
as Ceiling Clearance Is Maintained
53
7
/
8
"
(136 cm) Min.
44
5
/
8
"
(113 cm)
Min.
Platform Must be
Solid, Flat and
Fully Supported
22
3
/
4
"
(58 cm)
"Z" Type
Ember Protector
(Not Supplied)
12 3/8" Dia.
(31.4 cm) Outer Pipe
2" (5.1 cm) Min.
Clearance From Outer
Pipes to Combustibles
1" (2.5 cm) Min.
T o Combustibles
21 5/16"
(54 cm)
42 5/8"
(108 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
12"
(31 cm)
Nailing
Flanges
Prepared
Framing
Nails or
Screws
3/4"
Clearance is
Not Required
at Nailing
Flanges

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 3 - Hearth Extension
Seal Gap
Fireplace
Front
Ember
Protector
Ember Protector
Seal Gap
Hearth
Extension
HEARTH EXTENSION
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of
16" in front of and a minimum of 8" beyond
each side of replace opening is required
to protect combustible oor construction in
front of replace. Use Style Crest, Inc. hearth
extension (see Accessories, page 14) HE-36
or an equal material which meets the follow-
ing specications: a layer of noncombustible,
inorganic material having a thermal conductiv-
ity of K=0.84 BTU IN/FT, HR. F (or less) at 1"
thick. For example, if material selected has
a K factor of 0.25, such as glass ber, the
following formula would apply:
0.25 x 1.0" = 0.30" thickness required
0.84
Thermal conductivity "K" of materials can be
obtained from the manufacturer or supplier of
the noncombustible material. If hearth exten-
sion is to be covered, use noncombustible
material such as tile, slate, brick, concrete,
metal, glass, marble, stone, etc. Provide
a means to prevent hearth extension from
shifting and seal gap between replace frame
and hearth extension with a noncombustible
material (see Figure 3).
WARNING: Hearth extension
is to be installed only as shown
in Figure 3.
Fireplace Front
Elevated
Fireplace Front
Raised Hearth
Seal
Gap
MANTELS
A mantel may be installed if desired (see
Figure 4). Woodwork such as wood trims,
mantels or any other combustible material
projecting from the front face must not be
placed within 9" of replace opening. Combus-
tible materials above 9" and projecting more
than 1 1/2" from replace must not be placed
less than 12" from top opening of replace
(NFPA STD 211, Sec. 7-3.3.3).
Mantels or any other combustible material
also may come up to side edge of black metal
face of replace only if projection from front
face falls within limits shown in Figure 5.
12 1/4" Ref.
6"
Ref.
12" Min.
9" Min.
11/2" Max.
3" Nom.
33°
Combustible
Material
Safe
Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Materials
Fireplace
Opening
Upper
Section of
Fireplace
Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances to
Combustible Material
FIREBOX
SAFE ZONE
Figure 5 - Projection Limits to Front Face
Top View of
Fireplace
Combustible
Material Must
Not Overlap
Front Face
2" Max.
3"
33°
7.75"
Minimum 12" from
Perpendicular Side
Wall

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ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Each double wall chimney section consists of
a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel in-
ner ue pipe and a wire spacer. Pipe sections
must be assembled independently as chimney
is installed. When connecting chimney directly
to replace, inner ue pipe section must be in-
stalled rst with lanced side up. Outer pipe sec-
tion can then be installed over ue pipe section
with hemmed end up. Press down on each pipe
section until lances securely engage hem on
replace starter. Wire will assure proper spacing
between inner and outer pipe sections.
WARNING: The opening in
the collar around the chimney at
the top of the replace must not
be obstructed. Never use blown
insulation to ll the chimney
enclosure.
LINEAL GAIN
PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN
368STM(-1) Fireplace 54 "
12-8DM Pipe Section 10 5/8 "
18-8DM Pipe Section 16 5/8 "
24-8DM Pipe Section 23 5/8 "
36-8DM Pipe Section 34 5/8 "
48-8DM Pipe Section 46 5/8 "
RTL-8DM Round Termination 7 3/4 "
*
ETL-8DM Square Chase with
Slip Section
7" to
15"*
* The lineal gain for the terminations is mea-
sured to the ue gas outlet height.
Figure 7 - Lineal Gain
Hemmed
End
8"
Stainless
Inner Pipe
12 3/8"
Galvanized
Outer Pipe
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT
(MODEL AK-6)
The installation of an outside air kit should be
completed during the rough framing of replace
due to the nature of its location. Outside combus-
tion air is accessed through mobile home oor
using air kit model AK-6 or a side wall using air kit
model AK-6WI (see Accessories on page 14).
CAUTION: Combustion air
inlet ducts shall not terminate
in attic space.
The maximum height for the
air vent can not exceed 3 feet
below the ue gas outlet of the
termination.
Figure 6 - Outside Air Kit Installation
Secure to Collars with Metal Tape, Screws
or Tie Straps (Min. of 1/4" x 20" size)
Air Inlet
(Located
on Left
and Right
Side of
Fireplace)
Vent Hood
Required for
Wall Installation
Air Inlet
Eyebrow
Mobile
Home Floor
Insulation
VENTING INSTALLATION
CHIMNEY PIPE
The Style Crest, Inc. chimney system consists of
12", 18", 24", 36" and 48" snap-lock, double-wall
pipe segments, planned for maximum adaptabil-
ity to individual site requirements. Actual lengths
gained after tting overlaps must be taken into
consideration (lineal gain) and are given in the
lineal gain chart (see Figure 7). Lineal gain is
the actual measurable length of a part after two
or more parts are connected.
There are two vent kits available which have been
specially designed for common installations in
manufactured (mobile) homes: MW8K (8' vent kit)
and MW9K (9' vent kit). The contents of these kits
are listed under Accessories on page 14.
Most chimney systems for manufactured
houses require a standard straight installation
as described in this section. If an uncommon
offset installation is required, see page 7.
IMPORTANT: If height of chimney assembly
exceeds requirements for transportation of
the home, the chimney installation may be
completed after home is sited.
Note: Termination must always be installed
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Continue to assemble chimney sections as
outlined above, making sure that both the
inner and outer pipe sections are locked
together.
When installing double wall snap-lock chimney
together, it is important to assure joint between
chimney sections is locked. Check by pulling
chimney upward after locking. Chimney will not
come apart if properly locked. It is not neces-
sary to add screws to keep chimney together
(exception, see Figure 12, page 8).
ADJUSTABLE FIRESTOP THIMBLE
(FST-A)
The adjustable restop thimble assembly (FST-A)
is used to provide the necessary air space and
clearance between the chimney pipe and insula-
tion in the attic space of a manufactured home.
To install thimble assembly, determine dis-
tance between ceiling joist and roof framing.
Attach adjustable thimble to restop spacer so
that assembly will cover the distance. Adjust-
able thimble should be even with or above the
rooine (see Accessories, page 14, for thimble
VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Thimble Extension
(If Needed)
Roof Line
Adjustable Thimble
Existing
Ceiling Frame
Firestop Spacer
Screws or Staples
(Min. of 8)
Thimble (Open End)
12"
Min.
Thimble
(Closed End)
Firestop
Adapter Plate (If Needed)
Insulation
Barrier
Screw Holes
Provided
for Thimble
Firestop
Figure 8 - Attaching Firestop/Thimble
Assembly to Ceiling
extensions if a longer thimble is needed).
Sheet metal screws or staples may be used
to attach thimble to restop spacer.
An opening large enough to allow insertion of
restop thimble assembly will be required in
the ceiling. Attach restop/thimble assembly
to ceiling/ceiling joist using screws or staples
as shown in Figure 8. A minimum of 8 screws
or staples should be used.
The restop thimble assembly should also
be used where there is a cathedral ceiling,
insulation barrier and roof, all in one assembly
in a manufactured home (see Figure 8 and
Figure 7). The FST-A thimble can be used in
any one of three common ceiling pitches; at,
12"/96" and 30"/144".
An opening big enough to allow the insertion
of the restop thimble assembly will be re-
quired. This opening depends on the pitch of
your ceiling. If your ceiling is a at or 12"/96"
pitch, you must use the adapter plate provided
to seal unwanted openings. For 30"/144"
pitch, discard adaptor.
If adapter is needed, secure it onto restop
using holes provided (see Figure 9). The row
of holes on sides of thimble is provided to allow
for pitch variances. Position restop assembly
and thimble to desired angle and secure with
screws provided. Insert thimble and restop
into prepared opening and secure to ceiling
by nailing through restop anges. The thimble
should be even with or above the rooine.
Thimble extensions are available (as an option)
when required. See Accessories, page 14.
Figure 9 - Use a Firestop Thimble
Assembly for Cathedral Ceiling,
Insulation Barrier and Roof
12"/96" Pitch
30"/144" Pitch
7.13"
11 .77"
144"
96"
12"
30"
Thimble
Adapter Plate
(For Flat and
12"/96" Pitch
Ceilings Only)
Firestop
Use for 12"/96"
Pitch Ceiling
Use for Flat
Pitch Ceiling

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Note: If there is a second story in the home,
restop spacer 30FS-8DM will be required.
See Firestop Spacers on page 9.
PENETRATING ROOF
To maintain a 2" clearance to the pipe on a
roof with a pitch, a rectangular opening must
be cut.
1. Determine 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" measured
down from roof rafters.
3. Use roof opening chart (Figure 10) to
determine correct opening length and
ashing required.
4. Remove shingles around opening mea-
sured. Cut out this section.
5. Add next sections of pipe until end pen-
etrates roof line. Check to see that proper
clearances are maintained. Extend chimney
by adding sections of double wall pipe until
pipe is minimum of 30" above highest point
of roof cutout. Termination and chimney
must extend a minimum of 36" above high-
est point where it passes through roof.
16 3/8" Min.
(48.3 cm) 30" Min.
(76 cm)
2" Min.
(5.1 cm)
2" Min.
(5.1 cm)
2" Min.
(5.1 cm)
Opening "A"
PITCH SLOPE
OPENING
"A" MAX
FLASHING
MODE NO.
Flat 0° 17" 6F-8
0 - 6/12 26.6° 19 1/8 " 6F-8
6/12 -
12/12 45° 24 1/4"12F-8
Figure 10 - Determine Roof Opening
Figure 11 - Typical Offset Terminations (For Systems with 2 Elbow Sets, Minimum
Height is 25 ft., Maximum Height for Any System is 40 ft.)
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
6' Max.
Return
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Offset
Elbow
Return
Elbow
A B C
Offset
Elbow
Ceiling
Support Pipe
12S-8DM
Return
Elbow
USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-8DM)
1. To achieve desired offset, you may install
combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36" and 48"
length of double wall pipe (see offset chart
and Figure 11).
IMPORTANT: If an exposed portion of chim-
ney is greater than 4 feet above rooine,
use support wires to keep chimney secured.
Support wires may be attached to outer pipe
of chimney with screws provided screws do
not penetrate inner ue pipe.
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on
return elbow. Straps must be securely
nailed to rafters or joists (see Figure 12,
details A and B, page 9).

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 12 - Ceiling Support Pipe 12S-8DM
Straps Straps
Straps
Straps
Detail A
Return Elbow
Detail B
Angle Firestop
See Detail A
See Detail B
3. Maximum length of pipe between supports
(return elbow or 12S-8DM) is 6' of angle run.
Maximum of two 6' angle run sections per
chimney system (see Figure 11, page 8).
4. All pipe connections between offset and
return must be secured with two screws
on the outer pipe only (see Figure 13). Do
not penetrate inner stainless.
OFFSET RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH
A B 48" 36" 24" 18" 12"
4 3/8"16 3/8" ELBOW SET ONLY
9 3/4"25 1/2"1
12 3/4" 30 3/4"1
15" 34 3/4"1
18" 40" 1 1
21 1/4"46 1/4"1
23 3/4"49 1/4"1 1
27 3/4"56 3/4"1
30" 60 3/4"1 1
33" 66" 1 1
36" 71" 1 1
38 1/4" 75" 2
41 1/4" 80 1/4"1 1 1
45" 86 3/4"2
46 3/4"89 1/2"1 1 1
51" 97" 1 1
53 1/4" 101" 2 1
56 1/4" 106 1/4"2
59 1/4"111 1/2"1 1 1
61 3/4"115 1/2"2 1
64 3/4" 120 3/4"2 1
68 1/4" 127" 1 2
70" 130" 2 1 1
74 1/4" 137 1/2"1 2 1
76 3/4"141 1/2"1 2 1
79 3/4"146 3/4"4
Figure 13 - Elbow Offset
B
A
Screws
FIRESTOP SPACERS (FS-8DM)
Firestop spacers are required at each point
where chimney penetrates a floor space.
Their purpose is to establish and maintain
the required clearance between chimney and
combustible materials.
When pipe passes through a framed open-
ing into a living space above, restop must
be placed onto ceiling from below as shown
in Figure 14. Figure 14 - Firestop Spacer with Living
Space Above Ceiling
Existing
Ceiling
Frame
Firestop
Spacer
Screws or
Staples
(Min. of 8)

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
FLASHING INSTALLATION (V6F-
8DM OR V12F-8DM)
Determine ashing to be used with roof open-
ing chart. Slide ashing over pipe until base is
at against roof. Replace as many shingles as
needed to cover exposed area and ashing
base. Secure in position by nailing through
shingles (see Figure 15). DO NOT NAIL
THROUGH FLASHING CONE.
Nail Only
Outer
Perimeter
of Flashing
Storm Collar
Flashing
Cone
Underlap Shingles
at Bottom
Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides Only
Figure 15 - Flashing Installation
Installing Flashing on a Metal Roof
When installing ashing on a metal roof, it
is required that putty tape be used between
ashing and roof. The ashing must be se-
cured to roof using #8 x 3/4" screws and then
sealed with roof coating to prevent leakage
through screw holes. A roof coating must also
be applied around the perimeter of ashing to
provide a proper seal.
Storm Collar Installation (SC1 or SC2)
Place storm collar over pipe and slide down
until it is snug against open edge of ashing
(see Figure 16). Use SC1 for all round ter-
minations and SC2 for all terminations with
slip sections.
Note: Storm collar is required but can be
installed after home is sited.
Figure 16 - Storm Collar
Chimney
Pipe Waterproof
Caulk
Storm
Collar Flashing
Terminations/Spark Arrestor
The replace system must be terminated with
the listed round top termination. In any case,
refer to installation instructions supplied with
termination. The terminations approved for
this fireplace are RT-8DM and RTL-8DM.
Figure 17, shows an RTL-8DM round top
termination.
IMPORTANT: Terminations are required but
can be installed once manufactured house
is sited.
CAUTION: Do not seal open-
ings on the rooftop ashing. Fol-
low the installation instructions
provided with the termination
being used.
Terminations with 16" slip pipe sections are
available. The RTT-8DM and RTTL-8DM are
approved for flashing installations. When
needed, these adjustable terminations may be
used in combination with the pipe assembly to
achieve the correct chimney height.
Note: In the rare instance there is a problem
with side driven rain or wind or chimney is
not drafting properly, an ADS-8DM Anti Draft
Shield can be used with round terminations.
Overlap
Shingles Top
and Sides
RTL-8DM
Level of
Flue Gas
Outlet
Attach
Bracket Tabs
to Outer Pipe
(3 Places)
Secure with
Screws
Caulk
Storm
Collar
Flashing
Underlap
Shingles
Bottom Only
Figure 17 - Termination

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VENTING INSTALLATION
Continued
CHASE INSTALLATIONS
Instructions for chase installations are includ-
ed with the chase style termination chosen.
In a multiple chase installation, be sure to
provide adequate distance between termi-
nations to prevent smoke spillage from one
termination to another. Terminations must be
separated a minimum of 24", center to center
and stacked at a vertical height difference of
a minimum of 18" (see Figure 18).
24" Min.
24" Min.
18"
Min.
Typ.
Figure 18 - Multiple Chase Installation
10 FOOT RULE
All ue gas outlet chimney terminations must
extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above
highest point where it passes through roof and
must be at least 2 feet above highest point of
roof that is within a horizontal distance of 10
feet (see Figure 19).
10'
2' Min.
10'
3' Min.
2' Min. 3' Min.
Level of
Flue Gas
Outlet
Figure 19 - 10 Foot Rule
CHIMNEY SUPPORT BRACKET KIT:
CSK-8DM
If exposed portion of chimney is greater than
ve feet above rooine, support wires are
recommended to keep chimney secured.
Support wires must be attached to chimney
support brackets. Chimney support brackets
must be attached to outer pipe of chimney
with self-drilling screws provided in kit (screws
must not penetrate inner ue pipe). The angle
of support wires should not be more than 45°
from horizontal when fastened to roof. Place
chimney support brackets approximately 18"
below replace termination and space brack-
ets approximately 120° apart (see Figure 20)
Follow instructions included in kit.
Figure 20 - Support Wires
Chimney
Support
Bracket
Support
Wire
Cable
Ferrule
Eye
Bolt
Angle of Support
Wire Should Not
Be More Than 45°
From Horizontal
120°
120°
120° Top
View of
Chimney
Self Drilling
Screws
18"

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OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION
Note: Secure incoming gas line to wood fram-
ing to provide rigidity for threaded end.
If you wish to install an unvented (vent-free)
gas log set, ONLY UNVENTED GAS LOG
SETS WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO COM-
PLY WITH THE STANDARD FOR UNVENTED
ROOM HEATERS, ANSI Z21.11.2, ARE TO BE
INSTALLED IN THIS FIREPLACE.
A vent-free log may be installed in an aftermar-
ket,* permanently located, manufactured (mo-
bile) home, where not prohibited by locator.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for pur-
pose of resale, from the manufacturer.
Note: A hood must be installed when using
an unvented gas log set (see Accessories,
page 14).
WARNING: Do not oper-
ate an unvented gas log set in
this replace with the chimney
removed.
Figure 21 - Gas Line Knockout
Side
Firebrick
Finished
Side
Refractory
Knockout
Plug
Outside of
Fireplace
Gas Line
Conduit
Insulation
Gas
Conduit
Cover
1/2" Dowel
Knockout
Seal
Opening
with
Refractory
Cement
Outside of
Fireplace
Gas
Line
Conduit
Repack
Insulation
Incoming
1/2" Black
Iron Pipe
Side
Firebrick
Finished
Side
Provide Enough Threaded
End for Fitting Connection
Figure 22 - Gas Line Installation
Permanently Located (Sited) Homes Only
Gas line hook up should be done by your
supplier or a qualied service person.
Note: Before you proceed, make sure your
gas supply is turned off.
A gas line may be installed for the purpose
of installing a vented or vent free appliance
available through your local distributor. Use
only a 1/2" black iron pipe and appropriate
ttings. When installing a gas line, a shutoff
valve designed for installation outside the
appliance is recommended.
1. Remove knockout indentation on refrac-
tory or rebrick wall located above refrac-
tory hearth oor. The knockout indentation
must be rmly tapped with any solid object
such as a 1/2" dowel until it is released.
Remove fragmented portions of refractory
(see Figure 21).
2. Remove gas line cover plate located on
either side of replace and pull out insu-
lation from gas line conduit sleeve. Save
insulation for reuse. Replace screws.
3. Run a 1/2" black iron gas line into replace
through the rear, 11 1/4" from oor and
through gas line conduit sleeve (if using
a raised platform, add height). Provide
sufcient gas line into replace chamber
for tting connection (see Figure 22).
Note: Secure incoming gas line to wood
framing to provide rigidity for threaded end.
4. Repack insulation around gas line and into
sleeve opening. Seal any gaps between
gas line and refractory knockout hole with
refractory cement or commercial furnace
cement, Install gas appliance or cap off
gas line if desired.
CAUTION: All gas piping
and connections must be tested
for leaks after the installation is
completed.Afterensuringthatthe
gas valve is on, apply soap and
water solution to all connections
andjoints.Bubblesformingshow
a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME
FOR LEAK TESTING AND DO
NOT OPERATEANYAPPLIANCE
IF A LEAK IS DETECTED. LEAK
TESTINGSHOULDBEDONEBYA
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.

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OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION
Continued
If you install a decorative gas appliance
(vented gas log), the decorative gas appliance
must comply with the Standard for Decorative
Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel
Burning Fireplaces, ANS Z21.60 or Z21.84
and shall also be installed in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 7223NFPA
54 latest edition.
WARNING: If the replace
has been used for wood burning,
the rebox and chimney must be
cleaned of soot, creosote and
ashes by a qualied chimney
cleaner. Creosote will ignite if
heavily heated.
WARNING: When using a
decorative vented gas log, the
damper must be removed or
permanently locked in the fully
open position.
FINISHING FIREPLACE
Combustible materials, such as wallboard,
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,
etc. may make direct contact with sides and
top around the replace face. It is important
that combustible materials do not overlap the
face itself. Brick, glass, tile or other noncom-
bustible materials may overlap the front face
as long as they do not obstruct essential open-
ings like louvered slots or any other opening.
When overlapping with a noncombustible
facing material, use only noncombustible
mortar or adhesive.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
GLASS DOORS
Glass doors are standard with the 368STM
replace. When replace is in operation, doors
must be FULLY OPENED or FULLY CLOSED
position only or a re hazard may be created
(see Figure 23). A replace equipped with
glass doors operates much differently than a
replace with an open front. A replace with
glass doors has a limited amount of air for
combustion. Excessive heat within replace
can result if too large a re is built or if combus-
tion air gate is not completely open.
The following tips should be followed to as-
sure that both the replace and glass doors
retain their beauty and function properly. Both
the ue damper and glass doors must be
fully opened before starting the re. This will
provide sufcient combustion air and maintain
safe temperatures in the rebox.
IMPORTANT: Glass must be allowed to warm
slowly and evenly. Tempered glass will with-
stand a gradual temperature rise to 550° F,
which is more than a normal re will generate.
Such materials as pitch/wax laden logs, very
dry mill end lumber, and large amounts of paper
or cardboard boxes can create an excessively
hot re and should not be burned in this re-
place. Always keep re well back from doors
and never allow ames to contact glass.
WARNING: Fireplaces
equipped with glass doors
should be operated only with
doors fully opened or fully
closed. Doors, if left partly open,
may draw gas and ame out of
the replace opening creating
risks of both re and smoke.
Figure 23 - Bi-Fold Glass Doors
Doors Fully Closed
Fireplace Front
Doors
Fully Opened
Fireplace Front

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CLEANING GLASS
Clean glass with any commercial glass
cleaner or soap and water. Do not use any
abrasive material to clean glass. Do not clean
glass with any cool water if glass is still hot
from re and smoke.
DAMPER OPERATION
The damper handle, which opens and closes
the damper blade, is located inside rebox
at th center towards the back wall. Push-
ing handle back in the keyway slot will free
damper blade to automatically open. To close,
reach in and push handle back into keyhole
slot then pull down and forward to lock it in
place (see Figure 24).
OUTDOOR AIR MECHANISM
The outside air handle is located at both right
and left sides of replace side refractory (see
Figure 24). Pull to close and push to open.
Always open both handles before starting a
re. This provides adequate outside combus-
tion air. Close both handles when not in use to
prevent cold air from entering the room.
Figure 24 - Damper Operation
GRATE
OUTSIDE AIR
HANDLE
PULL TO CLOSE
PUSH TO OPEN
DAMPER CONTROL LEVER
PULL DOWN TO CLOSE
PUSH UP TO OPEN
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Continued
ACCESSORIES
DOUBLE WALL PIPE - 12-8DM,
18-8DM, 24-8DM, 36-8DM and 48-8DM
ROOF FLASHING
V6F-8DM - 0 to 6/12 Pitch
V12F-8DM - 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch
ANTI-DRAFT SHIELD
(ROUND TOP TERMINATION ONLY)
ADS-8DM
30° OFFSET AND RETURN - 30E-8DM
ADJUSTABLE HOOD
GA6053 - Antique Brass Finish
GA6050 - Black Painted Finish
This hood is required when installing a vent-
free gas log heater in this rebox.
GRATE
WARNING: Risk of fire!
Always replace grate with Part
Number 11168 only. This grate
has been designed to keep the
operation of your replace safe
and efcient.

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STORM COLLAR
SC1-1 FOR RT-8DM AND RL-8DM
SC2-1 FOR RTT-8DM AND RTTL-8DM
FIRESTOP SPACER - FS-8DM
ADJUSTABLE FIRESTOP THIMBLE
FST-A
Includes:
Thimble - PN 22383
Adapter Plate - PN 22398 (For 12/96 Pitch
Ceilings Only)
Firestop - PN 22377
ROUND TOP TERMINATION - RTL-8DM
12"/96" Pitch
30"/144" Pitch
7.13"
11 .77"
144"
96"
12"
30"
ACCESSORIES
Continued
SQUARE CHASE-TOP
TERMINATION - ETL-8DM
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR
SIDE WALL INSTALLATION - AK-6WI
HEARTH EXTENSION - HE-36
THIMBLE EXTENSIONS
TXL-8DM - 43"
TX-8DM - 26"
VENT KIT* DESCRIPTION
MW8K
(8' Vent Kit)
MW9K
(9' Vent Kit)
36-8DM 36" Double Wall Pipe 2 2
24-8DM 24" Double Wall Pipe 10
18-8DM 18" Double Wall Pipe 0 2
FST-A Adjustable Firestop Thimble 1 1
V6F-8DM Roof Flashing 1 1
SC1-1 Storm Collar 1 1
RTL-8DM Round Cap Termination 1 1
*Use for Most Common Manufactured (Mobile) Home Installations

56149
Rev. J
09/09
REPLACEMENT PARTS
EMBER PROTECTOR - 20093
GRATE - 11168
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT FOR
FLOOR INSTALLATION - AK-6
BI-FOLD GLASS DOORS
DBP368ST - Black
DC368ST - Platinum
DG368ST - Brushed Brass
TECHNICAL SERVICE
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact
Style Crest, Inc. at 1-800-231-4822 or write to:
Style Crest Service
P. O. Box 19110
Wichita, KS. 67204.
When calling or writing, please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready.
This product is manufactured for
Style Crest Inc. under the VEXAR
brand name by:
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
2701 S. Harbor Blvd.
Santa Ana, CA 92704
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