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Valcourt FP14 Cartier Installation And Operation Manual

Manual is about: VALCOURT WOOD FIREPLACE

Summary of FP14 Cartier

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    45355a printed in canada 09-10-2014 read and keep this manual for reference fp14 cartier installation and operation manual us environmental protection agency phase ii certified wood fireplace listed to standards ulc‐s610 and ul 127 by intertek testing services www.Valcourtinc.Com manufactured by: st...

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    2 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual thank you for choosing this valcourt wood fireplace as one of north america’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, stove builder international takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want to h...

  • Page 3: Table Of Content

    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 3 table of content part a - operation and maintenance ........................................ 6 1 safety information .............................................................................. 6 1.1 summary of operation and maintenance cautions an...

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    4 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 5 maintaining your wood heating system ........................................ 23 5.1 fireplace maintenance ...................................................................................................... 23 5.1.1 plated finish maintenance .....

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 5 8.8.2 universal offset support ................................................................................................ 64 8.9 installation instructions for masonry application ............................................................... ...

  • Page 6: 1  Safety Information

    6 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual part a ‐ operation and maintenance please see part b for installation instructions. 1 safety information 1.1 summary of operation and maintenance cautions and warnings • hot while in operation, keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 7 • this appliance should be maintained and operated at all times in accordance with these instructions. • do not elevate the fire by means of grates, and irons or other means. • this fireplace must always be used with the original andirons (see appen...

  • Page 8: 2   General Information

    8 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 2 general information 2.1 fp14 cartier specifications fuel type cordwood test standards (safety) ulc‐s610 and ul 127 test standard (emissions) epa method 28 (40 cfr part 60) heating capacity range* 1900 sq. Ft. (176.5 m 2 ) maximum heat output** (ep...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 9.

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 11 2.2 zone heating and how to make it work for you your new fp14 cartier wood fireplace is a space heater, which means it is intended to heat the area it is installed in, as well as spaces that connect to that area, although to a lower temperature. T...

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    12 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual spend most of your time will be warmest, while bedrooms and basement (if there is one) will stay cooler. In this way, you will burn less wood than with other forms of heating. Although the fireplace may be able to heat the main living areas of your...

  • Page 13: 3  Fuel

    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 13 the door and glass gaskets are fibreglass which is spun from melted sand. Black gaskets have been dipped into a solvent‐free solution. Disposal at a landfill is recommended. The door glass is a 5 mm thick ceramic material that contains no toxic che...

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    14 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual homeowners with access to both hardwood and softwood fuel sometimes use both types for different purposes. For example, softer woods make good fuel for relatively mild weather in spring and fall because they light quickly and produce less heat soft...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 15 wood should be split to a range of sizes, from about 3” to 6” (75 mm to 150 mm) in cross section. Having a range of sizes makes starting and rekindling fires much easier. Often, the firewood purchased from commercial suppliers is not split finely e...

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    16 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual • split a piece, and if the fresh face feels warm and dry it is dry enough to burn; if it feels damp, it is too wet, • burn a piece; wet wood hisses and sizzles in the fire and dry wood does not. You could buy a wood moisture meter to test your fir...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 17 as the paint cures, some of the chemicals vaporize. The vapors are not poisonous, but they do smell bad. Fresh paint fumes can also cause false alarms in smoke detectors. So, when you first light your fireplace, be prepared by opening doors and/or ...

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    18 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 4.3.2 the top down fire the top down fire starting method solves two problems with the conventional method: first, it does not collapse and smother itself as it burns; and second, it is not necessary to build up the fire gradually because the fireb...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 19 loaded. Do not attempt to produce a steady heat output by placing a single log on the fire at regular intervals. Always place at least three, and preferably more, pieces on the fire at a time so that the heat radiated from one piece helps to ignite...

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    20 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 4.4.4 firing each new load hot place the new load of wood on and behind the charcoal, and not too close to the glass. Close the door and open the air control fully. Leave the air control fully open until the firebox is full of flames, the wood has ...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 21 4.4.6 building different fires for different needs using the air control is not the only way to match the fireplace’s heat output to the heat demand. Your house will need far less heat in october than in january to be kept at a comfortable temperat...

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    22 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual the table below provides a very general indication of the maximum burn cycle times you are likely to experience, based on firebox volume. Firebox volume maximum burn time 3 to 5 hours 1.5 c.F. To 2.0 c.F 5 to 6 hours 2.0 c.F. To 2.5 c.F. 6 to 8 hou...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 23 5 maintaining your wood heating system 5.1 fireplace maintenance your new fireplace will give many years of reliable service if you use and maintain it correctly. Some of the internal components of the firebox, such as firebricks, baffles and air t...

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    24 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 5.1.3 door adjustment in order for your fireplace to burn at its best efficiency, the door must provide a perfect seal with the firebox. Therefore, the gasket should be inspected periodically to check for a good seal. The gasket seal may be improve...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 25 2. Put back in place the handle stopper (a) and the screws (b). 5.1.4 door alignment 1. Remove the door from the hinges..

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    26 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 2. Loosen the pressures screws located on the lower and upper hinges of the door using a 3/32” allen key to free the adjustable hinge rods. 3. Using a flat screwdriver, turn the adjustable hinge rods in the direction shown to adjust the doors (see ...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 27 5.1.5 replacing the door gasket it is important to maintain the gasket in good condition. After a year or more of use, the door gasket will compress and become hard, which may allow air to leak past it. You can test the condition of the door gasket...

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    28 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual in order to replace the glass, use the following procedure; 1- remove the 12 glass retainers (b) and screws (a). 2- remove the metal frames (c). 3- remove the glass (d) from the door frame. To install the new glass, follow the above steps in revers...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 29 location length dimensions around glass 76 1/2" (195 cm) “u” shaped do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the fireplace if the glass is broken. To change the glass, perform the same operation described above. 5.1.6 cl...

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    30 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual it is recommended to clean thoroughly the chimney system at the end of every heating season. During summer, the air is damper and with minimal air circulation within the stove or furnace, it can mix with creosote and/or sooth deposits in the chimne...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 31 5.2.4 fire baffle removal prior to cleaning the chimney before starting to clean your chimney, we recommend that you remove the fire baffle to avoid creosote dust collection on top of the baffle. Follow the steps below to remove the fire baffle: 1....

  • Page 32: Part B – Installation

    32 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual part b – installation install the fireplace only as described in these instructions and using only components from the chimney manufacturers listed in table 2. Parts required  fp14 cartier fireplace  insulated chimney made by the manufacturers li...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 33 • do not connect this unit to a chimney flue serving another appliance. • this fireplace has not been tested to be installed in a mobile home. • this fireplace has not been tested to be installed inside a masonry chimney. 6.2 regulations covering f...

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    34 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual (optional), outside air kit and chimney. If possible, you should choose a location where the chimney will pass through the house without cutting floor or roof rafters. B. Usually, no additional floor support is needed for the fireplace. The adequac...

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    36 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual in the case where (f) would be equal to 4", it is suggested that the sheet metal between the base of the fireplace and floor be in one piece..

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 37 6.3.1.2 on the floor or on a raised base of less than 8" installation (r value for the hearth extension required) in the case where the fireplace is installed directly on the floor or on a raised base of less than 8", an r value for the hearth exte...

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    38 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual a noncombustible floor protection with r value insulation equal to or greater than 1.00 must be installed in front of the unit. For more details see section 6.3.2: minimum heart extension requirements. The use of an r value is convenient when more ...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 39 thermal characteristics of common floor protection materials* material conductivity (k) per inch resistance (r) per inch thickness micore ® 160 0.39 2.54 micore ® 300 0.49 2.06 durock ® 1.92 0.52 hardibacker ® 1.95 0.51 hardibacker ® 500 2.3 0.44 w...

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    40 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual clearances a 20" (508 mm)* b 38" (965 mm) c 8" (203 mm) *on a raised base installation of more than 8", a non‐combustible hearth extension floor area must extend at least 16" (406 mm) in front of the hearth..

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 41 6.3.3 framing, facing, mantel, and combustible shelf 6.3.3.1 framing the construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations: a. Frame the sides and back of the fireplace using 2"...

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    42 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual legend combustible material allowed in this area non‐combustible material only in this area installation without shelf.

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 43 installation with shelf (mandatory ac01324 heat shield) clearances a* 84" (2134 mm) b 37 3/4" (959 mm) min. C 1 5/8” (41 mm) min. D* 6 1/2" (165 mm) min. E 4" (102 mm) f 7 1/2" (191mm) g 38" (965mm) h 48" (1219mm) min. I 24" (610mm) j 37 3/4" (959 ...

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    44 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual wall finish behind the fireplace’s faceplate installation. Legend combustible material allowed in this area non‐combustible material only in this area clearances m* 37 3/4" (959 mm) min. N* 25 3/4" (654 mm) o* 1 1/4" (32 mm) *when drywall panels or...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 45 see appendixes for fresh air kit (p) and forced air kit (o) installation. Fresh air intake kit or forced air kit installation legend combustible material allowed in this area non‐combustible material only in this area minimum measurements for fresh...

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    46 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual legend combustible material allowed in this area non‐combustible material only in this area clearances** t* 56 1/4" (1429 mm) u* 82 3/8" (2092 mm) *when drywall panels or any other finishing material inside the chase around the fireplace is to be u...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 47 clearances a 6" (152 mm) maximum b 12" (305 mm) minimum c 16" (406 mm) minimum 6.3.3.2 facing non‐combustible material such as brick, stone or ceramic tile may be in contact with the fireplace decorative frame. Note that if you ever needed to remov...

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    48 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual the installation of a combustible shelf above the fp14 fireplace requires the installation of the heat shield for surround/shelf ac01324 (k) **. **an alternative to the position of the heat shield shown in (k) would be to make a non‐combustible hea...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 49 7 clearances to combustible material the clearances shown in this section have been determined by test according to procedures set out in safety standards ulc s610 (canada) and ul127 (u.S.A.). When the fireplace is installed so that its surfaces ar...

  • Page 50: 8  The Venting System

    50 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 8 the venting system 8.1 general the venting system, acts as the engine that drives your wood heating system. Even the best fireplace will not function safely and efficiently as intended if it is not connected to a suitable chimney. The heat in the...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 51 there are two reasons why the chimney in the house at right will cold backdraft when it is cold outside and there is no fire burning in the fireplace. First, the chimney runs up the outside of the house, so the air in it is colder and denser than t...

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    52 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 10. Cut and frame square holes in all floors, ceilings, and roof that the chimney will go through to provide a 2" (50 mm) minimum clearance between the chimney and any combustible materials. Do not fill this 2 space with insulation or any other co...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 53 18" 457.21mm 18" 457.2mm 16" 406.4mm 16" 406.4mm 18" 457.2mm note : the chimney chase on the roof must be the same size as the flashing ..

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    54 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 8.6 chimney installation instructions always refer to the chimney manufacturer’s installation manual to ensure a safe installation. Some non‐ illustrated parts may be required. 8.6.1 examples of typical chimney installation a to insure a good draft...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 55 direct installation exterior offset installation.

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    56 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual interior offset installation connection to a masonry chimney 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...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 57 installing the first chimney length. Continue installing chimney lengths making sure to lock each length in place. 4. Every time the chimney passes through a ceiling or a wall, install the appropriate firestop. When you reach the desired height, in...

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    58 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual ** the structural integrity of the floor, wall, and ceiling/roof must be maintained note: the floor and walls below the attic must be insulated using the same insulation..

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 59 8.6.2 offset chimney installation table 1 ‐ the minimum system height when using elbows is: fireplace model fp14 cartier chimney model all models vertical installation 15 ft. (4.6 m) two (2) elbows 15 ft. (4.6 m) four (4) elbows 17 ft. (5.2 m) afte...

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    60 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual table 2 ‐ listed chimneys for your fp14 cartier warning: in every case, the chimney must start with a 6'' diameter anchor plate secured to the fireplace. *this fireplace may be installed with a 7‐inch chimney from “security chimney” as indicated it...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 61 refer to the following table to determine the parts you will need depending on the type of fireplace used: (r: required, nr: not required). Reference in figure bellow. Parts required. (the numbers in brackets are the parts numbers used by security ...

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    62 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual table 3 – list of mandatory components chimney manufacturer mandatory components type/brand olympia chimney  ventilated roof flashing.  must have rafter protectors at the roof level if the chimney is enclosed at the attic level. Class a 2100 secu...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 63 8.7 angled wall 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 firestop or wall radiation shield provided by the chimney manufacturer must be...

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    64 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 8.8.2 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 ...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 65 follow these steps: 1. Position the fireplace in its location. Temporarily install the elbow or chimney section (a) on the top of the fireplace and, using a level, mark with an oval the location where the flue liner will enter the masonry chimney. ...

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    66 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual which the wood fireplace may not have adequate access to combustion air is if the operation of a powerful exhaust device (such as a kitchen range exhaust) causes the pressure in the house to become negative relative to outdoors. If you do install a...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 67 appendix 1: optional hot air ducting installation different hot air ducting systems can be installed with the fp14:  gravity kit  forced air kit gravity kit (ac01375) the kit includes: - 2 x hot air outlets (grilles (g) and frames (f)); - 2 x 90 ...

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    68 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual the hot air grilles can be installed in the same room as the fireplace, or one or both of the grilles can be installed in adjacent or upper rooms. Installing the ducts at different elevations will tend to exhaust more heat out of the higher grilles...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 69 the duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. It is recommended to wear gloves to perform this procedure. Remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. Holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut and remove the insulation in order to obtai...

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    70 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 3. Secure the ducting (a) to the 90° elbows (e) with self‐tapping screws (3 per elbow). Insert the hot air outlets (f) in the elbow (e). Set hot air outlets frames behind the non‐combustible materiel and secure to the wall with screws. Secure hot a...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 71 dimensions of hot air outlet frame with elbow dimensions of hot air outlet decorative grille with elbow 4. Maintain at least a 2" (50 mm) clearance between the ducts and the firestop; the required hole size for the hot air grilles (outlet) is 8¼" ×...

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    72 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 7. When passing through a combustible wall or floor, a firestop must be installed at the wall or floor penetration. The hole size must be in accordance with the duct manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not connect the hot air ducts to a central heat...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 73 hot air gravity kit - modern style (ac01385) the kit includes: - decorative plate (a) - adjustable frame (b) - heat distribution box (c) - 6 x steel brackets (d) with fastening screws (e) and self‐tapping screws (f) parts not included in the kit: -...

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    74 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual dimensions of heat distribution box: dimensions of adjustable decorative plate:.

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 75 dimensions of assembeled heat distribution housing and adjustable decorative plate: the duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. It is recommended to wear gloves to perform this procedure. Remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. ...

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    76 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 2. Secure the 6 steel brackets (b) with 6 screws provided (c) on top of the fireplace (3 for each ducting). Insert the ducting (a) (not provided) into each opening and secure it in place using the steel brackets (b) installed previously with 6 othe...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 77 central forced air kit (not tested to epa standards) (va4460) the knock‐outs provided on the back and on the sides of the he200 allow the connection of insulated flexible pipe which enables you to heat adjacent rooms up to 50 feet from the fireplac...

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    78 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual appendix 2: blower maintenance or replacement 1. Open the bottom louver (a). 2. Cut the tie wrap (d) holding in place the blower (c). 3. Lift the blower (c), located under the firebox towards the back, and free it from its pins..

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 79 4. Unplug the blower’s electric wires (e) and (f). 5. Turn 90° to pull out. Repeat the steps in reverse order to reinstall the fan..

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    80 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual blower connection have the wiring installed by a qualified electrician. Connect the wires from the power outlet to the terminal block, making sure that the white wire matches the white wire on the terminal. Connect the black wire with the black wir...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 81 appendix 3: installing the door overlay option in order to complete the assembly of your fp14 cartier wood fireplace, you need to install the door overlay. See figure below for installation instructions: position the overlay (a) and on the door fra...

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    82 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual appendix 4: installing the adapter for fresh air kit option 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 ...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 83 note: only remove the knock‐out that will be connected to the fresh air inlet. The fresh air intake kit may be installed on the right hand side of the fireplace. 1. With pliers, remove knockout (a). 2. Attach the fresh air inlet adaptor (b) on the ...

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    84 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 3. Then, install the flexible pipe* (e) (not supplied) to the fresh air intake adapter (b) using one of the adjustable pipe clamps (d). Secure the other end of the pipe to the outside wall termination (f) using the second adjustable pipe clamp (d)....

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 85 to complete the installation, make a hole of 1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm à 13 mm) bigger than the insulate pipe diameter in the outside wall of the house at the chosen location. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (open side down) and ...

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    86 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual appendix 5: installing the optional fire screen (va8420) insert the upper part of the fire screen into the top hinge bracket then insert the lower part of the fire screen in the lower hinge bracket. Repeat for the second door. Warning: never leave ...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 87 appendix 6: installation of secondary air tubes and baffle removable parts a air tubes (x3) b air tubes brackets (x3) c screws (x3) d stainless steel/concret baffle (x1) 1. Using a ratchet and a 7/16” (12 mm) hexagonal socket, unscrew the two bolts...

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    88 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 2. Remove the front refractory slab (d) and the floor refractory slab (e). 3. Remove the slab holder (f) using a 1/4" (7 mm) hexagonal socket then remove the left slab (g)..

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 89 4. Starting with the rear tube, lean and insert the right end of the secondary air tube into the rear right channel hole. Then, lift and push the tube towards the right inside the hole in the right channel. 5. Slide the left side of the secondary a...

  • Page 90: Model

    90 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual note that secondary air tubes can be replaced without removing the baffle board. Important notes: the air tubes are identified for placement as follows: model type of tube fp14 cartier fireplace front ► 59 holes of 0.93" middle ► 57 holes of 0.093"...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 91 appendix 7: exploded diagram and parts list 61.

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    92 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual important: this is dated information. When requesting service or replacement parts for your stove, please provide the model number and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrade or availability. Contact an aut...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 93 # item description qty 38 ac05959 metallic black stove paint‐342g aerosol 1 39 va4460 forced air kit 1 40 44131 speed control (2.5 a) 1 41 44121 forced air kit blower ( 6'' ) valcourt ‐ 2.4a 1 42 va8071‐5 front refractory slab 1 43 21285 andiron ga...

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    94 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual refractory slabs replacement the intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory slabs. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in “first fires”. They will not normally diminish the effectiveness o...

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    Fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 95 3‐ using a power screwdriver and a 1/4" (7 mm) hex tip, remove the slab holders (f) and the side refractory slabs (g) and (h). 4‐ remove the rear refractory slab (i). To install new refractory slabs, follow the above steps in reverse..

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    96 fp14 cartier - installation and operation manual 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 ship...