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Valcourt FP-7-LM ANTOINETTE Installation And Operation Manual

Manual is about: Clean Burning Decorative Fireplace

Summary of FP-7-LM ANTOINETTE

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    45530a 08-02-2012 printed in canada installation and operation manual fp-7-lm antoinette qualified clean burning decorative fireplace u.S. Epa low mass wood-burning fireplace voluntary program phase 2 emission level qualified model safety tested according to ulc s610 and ul 127 standards by stove bu...

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    2 thank you for choosing this valcourt fireplace as one of north america’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, valcourt takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want to help you get maximum satisfaction as you use this product. In the pages th...

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    3 part a – installation ........................................................................................ 5 1.0 safety information ........................................................................................................ 5 1.1 regulations covering fireplace installation ..........

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    4 part b - operation and maintenance ........................................................ 45 5.0 fuel ............................................................................................................................... 45 5.1 the use of manufactured logs .................................

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    5 part a – installation 1.0 safety information caution: the information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published, in any other media (owner’s manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and/or web sites). Caution: never use gasoline, gasoline-typ...

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    6 caution: this heating unit must serve as a supplementary heat source. An alternative heat source should be available in the home if needed. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for additional heating costs associated with the use of an alternative heat source. It is highly recommended that the u...

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    7 2.2 the benefits of epa voluntary emission program «low mass» phase ii in the past, most conventional masonry and low-mass, factory-built fireplaces were not efficient at producing usable heat. Typically, over 90 percent of the heat generated by a fireplace was lost out the chimney. In addition, m...

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    8 3.0 fireplace installation attention: in order to complete the fireplace installation and depending on the type of finishing material used, you must install one of the following trims; a narrow overlap (a) or a masonry trim (b) (sold separately). Figure 1 (a) narrow overlap figure 1 (b) masonry tr...

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    9 3.2 installation of spacers and heat shield to complete the fireplace, spacers and heat shield must be secured to the top of the appliance. These parts are required to maintain proper clearances to combustible materials. You will find the spacers, heat shield and screws in the firebox (see figure ...

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    10 3. As illustrated in figure 6 and 7, position the heat shield (c) between the spacers previously installed with the folds facing up. Align the holes of the shield with the ones of the left and right spacer and secure it with 4 screws (b). Figure 6 figure 7 3.3 fire baffles installation your firep...

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    11 figure 3.3 a figure 3.3 b figure 3.3 c figure 3.3 d figure 3.3 e figure 3.3 f figure 3.3 g d e.

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    12 3.4 locating the fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace a. The best location to install your fireplace is determined by considering the location of windows, doors, and the traffic flow in the room where the fireplace is located, allowing space in front of the unit for the hearth extension and the mante...

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    13 figure 8 installation on raised base figure 9 ceiling clearance requirements 3.5 heart extension requirements the hearth extension floor area (see (a) on figure 10) must extend at least 16" (40 cm) in front and at least 8" (20 cm) on each side of the door opening (see figures 8 and 10). The joint...

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    14 figure 10 figure 11 3.6 framing, facing, mantel, and combustible shelf 3.6.1 framing the construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations (figures 12 to 18): a. Frame the fireplace using 2" × 3" (5 cm x 8 cm) or heavier lumbe...

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    15 b. Frame the fireplace with vertical studs on each side of the fireplace running from floor to ceiling (see figure 15). Position the studs back from the front edge of the fireplace, leaving a space the thickness of the facing material so that the facing can be installed flush with the fireplace f...

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    16 figure 13 figure 14.

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    17 figure 15.

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    18 figure 16.

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    19 figure 17 insulated chase construction.

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    20 figure 18 spacers must be installed.

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    21 3.6.2 facing caution: before closing the walls, make sure that the air control mechanism, the flue damper and doors mechanism work properly. Attention: if you are to install a masonry trim, it must be secured to the fireplace before applying the finishing material. (see section 3.6.1) 1. Material...

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    22 facing with the narrow overlap figure 19.

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    23 facing with the masonry trim figure 20

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    24 figure 21 caution: do not screw in the hachured zone (see figure 21) 3.6.3 combustible shelf to install any combustible shelf, refer to figure 22 for a safe installation. For example, a shelf with a 6" depth (152 mm) must be installed at least 46" (127 cm) from the base of the fireplace. Differen...

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    25 shelf positioning shelf dimension shelf position 6" / 152 mm 46" / 1168 mm 8" / 203 mm 48" / 1219 mm 10" / 254 mm 50" / 1270 mm 12" / 305 mm 52" / 1321 mm figure 22.

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    26 figure 23.

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    27 3.7 fresh air kit during operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion and draws air out of the house. It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces. As well, exhaust fans may compete for air, causing negative pressure in the house, resulting in smoke enteri...

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    28 figure 24 figure 25.

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    29 perform an opening in the exterior wall according to the size of the wall termination. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (open side down) and fasten the register to the wall, with screws as shown. Place the insulated pipe over the register tube and over the fireplace outsi...

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    30 figure 27 narrow overlap 3.8.2 masonry trim warning: the plating of the masonry trim should never come in contact with masonry product such as mortar, acid or any other products containing abrasives. Damages and discolouration caused by these products will void the warranty. Figure 28.1 masonry t...

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    31 1. Once the fireplace is fully installed, press the masonry trim (a) against the fireplace (the longest side towards the bottom going inside the fireplace). 2. Secure the masonry trim (a) to the fireplace with 4 screws (b) supplied with the fireplace. Always make sure the masonry trim is squared ...

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    32 to adjust screen door 1. Lift the screen and the glass door completely to the top. 2. Unscrew one of the two bolts (a) which are located on the lower right of the screen door (see figure 29). 3. Slightly unscrew the other bolt to allow the door adjustment. 4. Move down the screen door to the bott...

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    33 4.2 suitable chimneys this wood fireplace may be connected to either a factory-built metal or a masonry chimney. Whether metal or masonry, the chimney must have a number of characteristics to be suitable. To be suitable, a factory-built metal chimney must comply with ul 103ht (u.S.A.), ulc s629 (...

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    34 warning: if the male nozzle "hatched area (a)" of the anchor plate exceeds 2" (51 mm) in length (value (x), see image bellow), it shall be cut above the lifting hooks welded to the inside of the flue outlet so that the anchor plate rests perfectly on top of the fireplace. Caution: if the flue out...

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    35 table 2 – list of mandatory components chimney manufacturer mandatory components type/brand selkirk  ventilated roof flashing 2" solid pack: supervent 2100 (jm), super pro 2100 (alt), sentinel (cf) icc  ventilated roof flashing 1" solid pack: excel 2100 cheminée sécurité  ventilated roof flash...

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    36 8. If the chimney extends higher than 5 ft. (1.5 m) above its point of contact with the roof, it must be secured using a roof brace. 9. A rain cap must be installed on top of the chimney. Failure to install a rain cap may cause corrosion problems. 10. Cut and frame square holes in all floors, cei...

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    37 12. When you build a chase enclosure for chimney sections above the roof, the chimney must extend at least 3 ft. (92 cm) above the chase enclosure and at least 2 ft. (61 cm) higher than any wall, roof or building within 10 ft. (3.1 m) of it. See figure 31a and 31b to determine the configuration t...

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    38 4.4 chimney installation instructions 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass. Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the holes. Make sure that the size of the floor and ceiling holes are in accordance with the chimney manufacturer’s instructions. F...

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    39 example of typical chimney installation figure 33.

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    40 table 3 – the minimum system height when using elbows is: fireplace model fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace chimney model all models listed in table 1 vertical installation 15 ft. (4.6 m)* two (2) elbows 20 ft. (6.1 m)* four (4) elbows 20 ft. (6.1 m)* *including the height of the fireplace itself....

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    41 figure 34 figure 35.

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    42 4.6 angled radiation shield when passing through a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30  or 45 angle (30 or 45 in canada and 30  only in the usa), an angled radiation shield provided by the chimney manufacturer must be installed. Only one is required. Follow the chimney manufacturer’s i...

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    43 4.7.2 universal offset support this support is used to support the chimney above an offset. When the chimney offset is used to pass through a wall, this support may be used on the wall to support the chimney. For offset support installation, refer to the instructions provided with the support by ...

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    44 4.9 installation instructions for masonry application warning: before starting the installation, the masonry chimney must be inspected by a qualified chimney sweeper. The following requirements must be respected: 1. The chimney must be absolutely clear of any soot residue or creosote. Check for c...

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    45 part b - operation and maintenance 5.0 fuel the fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace is designed to work best when fuelled with seasoned cordwood. Use solid wood or processed solid fuel fire logs only. Hardwoods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density. H...

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    46 6.0 operating the fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace inside the firebox of your unit, you will find the handle that allows you to open the glass door of your fireplace. Simply insert into the opening provided for this purpose at the bottom left of the glass door. This handle is removable so you can...

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    47 warning: never put cordwood in front of the andirons. Warning: this fireplace has not been tested with a gas log lighter. Caution: never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or ‘‘freshen up’’ a fire in this fireplace. Keep all such...

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    48 6.4 air intake control and exhaust damper the air intake control (dilution air) and exhaust damper should be in the closed position when there has not been any wood or embers in the fireplace for a few hours. This will minimize air leakage up the chimney. Figure 39 6.5 smoking causes and troubles...

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    49 b. Negative pressure in the house as the fire burns, air goes up the chimney. This air must be replaced through leakage into the house or through the fresh air kit. When operating the fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace, open a nearby window temporarily to check if there is adequate air supply repla...

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    50 7.0 maintaining your fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace 7.1 creosote – formation and need for removal when wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapours which combined with expelled moisture will form creosote. The creosote vapours condense in the relatively cool ...

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    51 figure 40.1 figure 40.2 figure 40.3 figure 40.4 7.4 dealing with a chimney fire regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney fire, follow these steps: 1. Close the fireplace glass door and the exhaust damper; 2. Alert your family of the possible dang...

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    52 7.5 disposal of ashes ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from combustible materials pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or ot...

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    53 figure 42.1 figure 42.2 figure 42.3 figure 42.4 figure 42.5 warning: do not use materials other than those listed in the replacement parts section during installation as they may be safety hazards and a fire could result..

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    54 7.7 glass care – replacement the glass used in the fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace is ceramic glass 5 mm thick having dimensions of: 30 3/4” x 20 3/4” and tested to reach temperatures up to 1400 ºf. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with one having the same specification. Contact your val...

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    55 figure 43 7.8 glass care – cleaning the fp7-lm antoinette wood fireplace is designed to keep the glass clean under normal operating conditions. To clean the glass, there are a number of specially designed cleaners. Your authorized valcourt dealer can recommend a suitable cleaner which is availabl...

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    56 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...