Superior BC-36 manual

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 1 36" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 700,040M REV. A 02/2008 BR-36 BC-36 BRI-36 BCI-36 BR-36-2 BC-36-2 MODELS RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ST ANDARD SERIES This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation of your fireplace system. Pl[...]

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 ..[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 6 FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS Figure 10 Blocking Metal Safety Strips 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 CIRCUMST[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 7 FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Framing Dimensions A 42-1/4" 1073 mm B 1 37-1/2" 953 mm B 2 54-1/2" 1384 mm C 28-3/4" 730 mm D 15-3/8" 391 mm E 70" 1778 mm F 35" 889 mm G 20-5/8" 524 mm H 19-5/8" 498 mm J 49-1/2" 1257 [...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 8 Step 4. Fireplace should be fastened 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 ). Step 3. Position appropriate firestop spacer at ceiling and nail temporarily with two (2) 8d nails. Use flat firestop spac[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 9 F8FS30-2 Firestop Spacer FTF8-S4 Stabilizer 2" Min. Air Space 30 ° Firestop And Attic Above 10' Max. Attic Space 2" Min. Air Space F8FS30-2 Firestop Spacer FTF8-S4 Stabilizer 30 ° Firestop And Room Above 10' Max. Room Above 2" Min. Air Space 2" Min. Air Space Locking[...]

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 [...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 11 Figure 34 Figure 35 This suggestion is provided in the interest of better operation. If the terminations are located too close to each other, smoke may migrate from one flue into the other. FTF8 CHIMNEY COMPONENT CALCULATIONS The minimum installed height of the com- pleted fireplace system is 15&a[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 12 The offset and return elbows may be attached together, or a section or sections of chimney may be used between, but do not exceed 20' in total length between elbows. If sections of pipe exceed 10' between elbows, a chimney stabi- lizer must be used at the midpoint ( Figure 36 ). The stab[...]

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" 38" 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[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 14 Step 1. Determine the offset distance where chimney is to pass through the first ceiling- dimension “A.” To find this point on your ceil- ing, first determine the center point for a verti- cal chimney following the instructions for ver- tical installation. Measure height to the ceiling from th[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 15 Figure 42 Figure 43 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 150 watts AC GROUND WIRE House Wiring Must Be Secured With The Appropriate Electrical Connector T o The Fireplace Convenience Outlet [...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 16 Note: A 1"* air space must be preserved for all combustible materials extending for any con- tinuous length adjacent to the chimney. 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 insulat[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 17 Figure 47 A B D C C Hearth Extension Dimensions A 16" B 35" C 8" D 51" Note: To convert inches to millimeters divide by 0.03937 Answer - The minimum required thickness of the Micore 160 is .417”, therefore round up to nearest standard thickness available which is 1/2”. ** I[...]

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, [...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 19 Storm Collar 63L59 FSC 63L38 F8F6 Flashing 63L39 F8F12 Round Termination 63L42 FTF8-CTD Forced Air Blower Kits -Single Speed 80L84 FBK-100 -Variable Speed 80L85 FBK-200 (FBK-200 Models Only) Outside Combustion Air Kits (with duct) FOAK (without duct) FOAK-LD Shipping Weight 175 lbs. Stabilizer 63L[...]

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 20 Printed in U.S.A. © 2007 by LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS P/N 700,040M REV. A 02/2008 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[...]