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Lennox Hearth HCI-42-H manual

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  • Page 1

    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 1 42" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 850,047M REV. B 12/2008 RDI-42 HCI-42 RDI-42-H HCI-42-H MODELS OMNI Report No. 116-F-52-2 This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and under- stand these instructions b[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules .................................... page 2 Tools and Building Supplies ............ page 2 Precautions ..................................... page 3 Introduction ..................................... page 3 Clearances/Height Requirements ..... page 3 Chimney System ..[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 3 Figure 1 TYPICAL INSTALLATION *Construction Materials: • framing materials • paneling • particle board • flooring • dry wall • etc. • plywood PRECAUTIONS Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is recommended that the installe[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 4 Figure 2 Chimney Height The total height of your completed fireplace system from the surface the fireplace rests on to the chimney top must not exceed 60' and must also meet minimum height requirements. Refer to the minimum system height chart. LOCATION OF FIREPLACE Carefully select the proper[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 5 Note: Install the hearth extension only as illus- trated. The safety strips should extend from front of the fireplace at least 1-1/2" and should extend to be at least flush with the sides. In the event a wooden support is used to elevate the fireplace above the floor, a “Z” type safety str[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 6 FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS Figure 10 Figure 8 Figure 9 Step 3. Refer to fireplace drawings and specifi- cations on pages 6 and 7 for framing dimensions and details. Frame appliance enclosure as illus- trated in Figures 11 through 14 on page 8. IMPORTANT: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES CAN THE FIREPLACE TOP S[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 7 FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 14 A B Ceiling Framing C D Roof Framing Header Fireplace Framing B A A Outside Chase G H Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure Including Finising Materials if any Rough Framing Face (Unfinished Shown) FOAK Combustion Air Kit - O[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 8 Step 4. Fireplace should be secured to side framing members using the nailing tabs at the top and bottom of the fireplace front face. Use 8d nails or equivalent ( Figure 17 ). Figure 17 Note: The nailing tabs and the area directly behind the nailing tabs are exempt from the clearances described on [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 9 Figure 25 Outer pipe section installs in just the opposite way; the lanced end goes down and each new section goes OVER the outside of the previous section installed ( Figure 26 ). Figure 26 Security's chimney sections do not need to be screwed together. Additional reinforcement is not necessa[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 10 Next, slide roof flashing over extended chimney section that previously has been installed above the roof opening in Step 4. FTF8 flashings require flashing spacers. Slide flashing all the way down until the flashing base rests flat on the roof ( Figure 29 ). Again, check the vertical position of [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 11 Figure 34 Note: It is recommended that all exterior ex- posed metal fireplace components; such as terminations, flashings, storm collars and/or flue be painted with a premium quality, high temperature, rust preventative paint designed for metal. This is especially important when installations are [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 12 FTF8 VERTICAL ELEVATION CHART Height Of Number Of FTF8 Chimney Only Chimney Lengths Inches Feet/Inches 12" 18" 36" 48" Height Of Number Of FTF8 Chimney Only Chimney Lengths Inches Feet/Inches 12" 18" 36" 48" 386 ¹⁄₂ 32 2 ¹⁄₂ 01 0 8 390 ³⁄₄ 32 [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 13 A B FTF8-ES30 Number of FTF8 Chimney Sections Offset Height Offset/Return FTF8-S4 (Inches) (Inches) Elbow Stabilizer 12" 18" 36" 48" 41 5 ³⁄₄ 10 0 0 0 0 92 4 ¹⁄₂ 10 1 0 0 0 12 29 ³⁄₄ 10 0 1 0 0 14 ¹⁄₄ 33 ¹⁄₂ 10 2 0 0 0 17 ¹⁄₄ 38 ¹⁄₂ 10 1 1 0 0[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 14 Step 5. Secure support straps to framing members by nailing under tension in sheer ( Figure 41 ). INSTALLING OFFSETS First, review the Offset Elevation Chart and Figure 38 for reference. Step 1. Determine the offset distance where chimney is to pass through the first ceiling- dimension “A.” To[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 15 Figure 42 Figure 43 THIS FIREPLACE IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR A FURNACE TO HEAT AN ENTIRE HOME. USE FOR SUPPLE- MENTARY HEATING ONLY. HOUSE WIRING COVER PLA TE Replace Cover Plate After Electrical Hook-Up POWER TO THE FIREPLACE The Optional Blower Kit Operates on 115 volt 60 Hz[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 16 It is especially important to insulate between the studs of an outside chase cavity and under the floor if the floor is above ground level. Do not place insulation directly against the fire- place or chimney system. FIREPLACE FINISHES Mantels and Trim It is sometimes best to frame your fireplace a[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 17 Figure 47 A B D C C Hearth Extension Dimensions A 16" B 38" C 8" D 54" Note: To convert inches to millimeters divide by 0.03937 Answer - The minimum required thickness of the Micore 160 is .875”, therefore round up to 7/8” and use the nearest standard thickness available wh[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 18 Secure the hearth extension to the floor to prevent possible shifting. FINISH TO YOUR TASTE There are a wide variety of “finished looks” for these fireplaces, from formal wall decor with elaborate mantels to rustic wood paneling or warm brick facings. Only noncombustible materials like stone, [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 19 Stabilizer 63L25 FTF8-S4 Firestop Spacer (30 ° ) 63L32 F8FS30-2 Offset/ Return Package (30 ° ) 63L22 FTF8-ES30 INSTALLATION COMPONENTS The following items are available for use in the installation of this appliance. Storm Collar 63L59 FSC 63L38 F8F6 Flashing 63L39 F8F12 Round Termination 63L42 F[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 20 Printed in U.S.A. © 2007 by LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS P/N 850,047M REV. A 12/2008 The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fire[...]