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Valcourt Antoinette FP7 Installation And Operation Manual
Summary of Antoinette FP7
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Prefabricated wood-burning fireplace installation and operation manual keep this manual for future reference standards: ulc-s610 ul-127 e.P.A. Standards exempt revised: january 2008 web site: valcourtinc.Com.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
3 table of contents page introduction ...................................................................................................................... 4 installation ....................................................................................................................... 5 firepl...
Page 4: Introduction
4 introduction this manual contains all the information required for safe, efficient installation and use of your valcourt fireplace. Read carefully all the instructions contained herein and keep this manual handy so you may refer to it whenever necessary. Before starting to install the fireplace, c...
Page 5: Installation
5 installation this fireplace is designed and approved for installation with the following brands of chimneys measuring 8” (203 mm) in diameter as well as a minimum of 15’ (4.6 m) and maximum of 45’ (13.7 m) in height. * fmi ac (u.S. Only) supervent (gsw) alternative, superpro sécurité asht+; asht o...
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6 figure #2: various fireplace locations figure #3: possible chimney configurations.
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7 the table below shows the minimum chimney height requirements, fireplace included, according to the number of elbows: chimney number of elbows minimum height straight installation --------------- 15’ (4.6 m) 1 - 15° offset 2 - 15° elbows 15’ (4.6 m) 2 - 15° offsets 4 - 15° elbows 18’ (5.5 m) 1 - 3...
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8 fireplace installation 1. Before beginning installation, remove the fireplace trim to protect it from damage. The fastening screws are located on each side of the fireplace trim. Make sure no masonry products or acids come into contact with the trim as these may discolor the finish which is not un...
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9 figure #4: hearth extension installation.
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10 chimney installation 1. Assemble the first chimney section with the adaptor (provided by the chimney manufacturer) using three ¾” (19 mm) screws. 2. Screw this assembly to the fireplace using four ¾” (19 mm) screws, taking care not to block the rotation of the flue damper key. 3. Continue the ins...
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11 to make the hole through the masonry chimney and make the connection to the fireplace, we recommend that you follow these steps: 1. Sight-in and mark the outline of where the excel chimney will penetrate the masonry chimney. 2. Using a large (3/4”-2”) masonry drill bit, drill a hole exactly in th...
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12 figure #6: straight chimney installation figure #7: chimney with elbows installation figure #8: exterior chimney installation figure #9: insulated chase installation.
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13 figure #10: minimum chimney height fireplace finish 1. Combustible materials can be used to finish the fireplace. The framing can be built directly on the sides and back of the appliance. (figure #11) 2. Non combustible materials must be used to finish the fireplace’s face. Ex: durock (figure #14...
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14 figure #11: fireplace finishing.
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15 figure #12: chimney enclosure.
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16 figure #13a: mantel positioning figure 13b : combustible material positioning a : 48 po. B : radius of 84 in. C : 84 in. Min..
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17 figure #14: installation of fireplace facing with chimney elbow.
Page 18: Use And Safety
18 use and safety 1. Teach children fireplace safety rules. 2. Do not use the fireplace under the following conditions: 2.1 whenever a refractory brick is missing or broken. 2.2 whenever the ceramic glass is cracked or broken. 3. Never use flammable liquids to light or revive a fire and keep such pr...
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19 creosote when wood burns slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with humidity to produce creosote. Creosote vapor condenses in the chimney left relatively cool by the slow fire and coats the inside of the flue with residue. When creosote ignites, it produces a red-hot, ext...
Page 20: Maintenance
20 maintenance 1. Clean color trim with soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not use any metal polish or abrasives. 2. Keep the glass relatively clean. Dirty windows will make the fireplace overheat. Wait until the glass is cool before attempting to clean it. Wash the glass with window or oven cleaner, ...
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21 replacing firestone do not use the fireplace with a broken or missing firestone. Here are the steps to replace the firestones of an antoinette fireplace: 1. Remove the andirons (va7-070) by unscrewing the anchoring bolts. 2. Remove the front refractory brick (va7-071-5). 3. Remove the bottom refr...
Page 22: Troubleshooting
22 troubleshooting expansion and contraction noises during the heating and cooling cycle are normal. Prevent smoke flow reversal by positioning air intake lever to the maximum, slowly open the fireplace doors before lighting the kindling, make a torch by lighting rolled up newspaper and hold it up t...
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23 valcourt limited lifetime warranty the warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from factory. Products covered under this wa...
Page 24: Appendix A
24 appendix a.
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26 register your warranty online to receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date you purchased your unit. Keep your sales invoice. We also recommended that you register your warranty online at: www.Valcourtinc.Com/ registering your warranty online will help us track rap...