45336a printed in canada 07-11-2011 prefabricated wood-burning fireplace installation and operation manual keep this manual for future reference standards: ulc-s610 ul-127 e.P.A. Standards exempt 250, de copenhague, saint- augustin-de-desmaures (quebec), canada g3a 2h3 tel: (418) 878-3040 fax: (418)...
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...
3 table of contents page introduction .......................................................................................................................... 4 installation ........................................................................................................................... ...
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...
5 installation this fireplace is designed and approved for installation with the following brands of chimneys measuring 7” (178 mm) in diameter as well as a minimum of 15’ (4.6 m) and maximum of 45’ (13.5 m) in height. Chimney manufacturer brand type inner diameter selkirk ultra-temp (ut) 1” solid p...
6 pressure and smoke flow reversal. Fireplaces with outdoor chimneys installed on lower floors (basements) are particularly prone to smoke flow reversal. As for the chimney’s configuration, there are several possibilities. See figure #3 to determine the appropriate configuration for your home. The s...
7 figure #3: chimney configuration figure #4: fireplace frame 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 ...
8 3. The fireplace can be installed directly on the floor or on a platform made of combustible materials, such as wood or plywood or any other hard, sturdy surface. 4. A 48” x 16” (1220 mm x 407 mm) minimum hearth extension made of non combustible material is required. The extension can be installed...
9 figure #5: hearth extension installation.
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...
11 installation: the chimney must be relined with a stainless steel liner model tubinox or projet ss or any other listed liner or flexible liner to ulc-s635, ulc-s640 or ul777 of the same diameter as the outlet of the fireplace. For connection at 45 angle, a special connector (bispma for the 7 in. C...
12 figure #6: installation security chimney adaptor masonry chimney.
13 figure #6.1: minimum chimney height installation with an 7 in. Excel chimney installing your fireplace with a masonry chimney still requires using excel chimney from the top of the fireplace to the wall where it will connect to a listed liner that will run up inside the masonry chimney. The stain...
14 3. You will need enough room to secure an elbow to it with at least two screws. If it difficult to install rigid stainless steel liner in the existing masonry chimney or for a masonry chimney with less than 10” x 10” inside, a listed stainless steel flexible liner can be used along with a flexibl...
15 figure #7: straight chimney installation figure #8: chimney with elbows installation.
16 figure #9: exterior chimney installation figure #10: isolated chase installation.
17 fireplace finish 1. Combustible materials can be used to finish the fireplace. The framing can be built directly on the sides of the appliance. (figure #11) 2. Side walls can exceed the appliance’s face by a maximum of 6” (152 mm). (figure #11) 3. Adjoining walls may also be built at a 458 angle ...
18 figure #12: chimney enclosure.
19 figure #13: mantel positioning.
20 figure #14: installation of fireplace facing.
21 use and safety 1. Teach children fireplace safety rules. 2. Do not use the fireplace under the following conditions: 2.1 whenever a firestone 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 products ...
22 creosote when wood burns slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combines 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, ex...
23 replacing glass do not use the fireplace with a cracked glass. 1. Cut the silicone joint holding the broken glass to the frame. 2. Remove all debris from the frame. 3. Use only 3/16” (5 mm) tempered glass. 4. Slide the new window into the frame and fasten it in place with temperature-resistant si...
24 figure #15: replacing montcalm firestones.
25 troubleshooting expansion and contraction noises during the heating and cooling cycle are normal. Here is how to prevent smoke flow reversal: position air intake lever to maximum, slowly open the fireplace doors before lighting the kindling, make a torch by lighting rolled up newspaper and hold i...
26 exploded view for replacement parts.
27 parts list # part # description qty 1 se60087 left door frame assembly 1 2 se60090 right door frame assembly 1 3 ac09194 black wooden door handle (2 per package) 1 4 pl60760 door retainer 2 5 30217 glass cushion 4 6 30244 wood screw #8 x 3/4" pan head 4 7 va2051j ceramic glass 3/16" x 14 7/8" x 1...
28 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...
