Valcourt FP1 Manuel du propriétaire

45334A Printed in Canada 19-03-2012 Installation and Operation Manual Stove Builder International Inc. 250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-

10Figure #5: Hearth Extension Installation

11CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 1. If possible, install an interior chimney as it will provide better performance. In areas with continuous temperatures belo

12 Figure A Figure B

1315. 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

14MASONRY CHIMNEY INSTALLATION WARNING: Before starting installation, the masonry chimney must be inspected by a qualified sweep. Installation with

15Installation with EXCEL chimney Figure #6: Excel Chimney

16Figure #7: Straight Chimney Installation Figure #8: Chimney installation with elbows Figure #9: Chimney installation through external wall Fi

17FIREPLACE FINISH 1. Combustible materials can be used to finish the fireplace. The framing can be built directly on the sides of the appliance. 2.

18Figure #13: Chimney Enclosure

19Figure #14: Mantel Positioning Figure 14b : Combustible material positioning A : 48 po. B : Radius of 84 in. C : 84 in. Min.

2THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS VALCOURT FIREPLACE As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, VALCOUR

20Figure #15: Installation of Fireplace Facing Caution: All combustible material may lean directly against all sides of the unit. The non combustib

21USE AND SAFETY 1. Teach children fireplace safety rules. 2. Do not use the fireplace under the following conditions: 2.1 Whenever a refractory

22THE USE OF MANUFACTURED LOGS There are numerous types of manufactured logs sold on the market. You must be very careful with this type of product

23MAINTENANCE 1. Clean painted or plated trim with soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not use any metal polish or abrasives. 2. Keep the glass relati

24REPLACING FIRESTONE Do not use the fireplace with a broken or missing firestone. Here are the steps to replace the refractory brick of a Manoir fir

25TROUBLESHOOTING Expansion and contraction noises during the heating and cooling cycle are normal. Prevent smoke flow reversal by positioning the

26HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS Figure #17: Heat Distribution Options

27GRAVITY DISTRIBUTION KIT The Gravity Distribution Kit (FP4-300) may be used to heat rooms located above, behind and either side of the room where

282. The duct can also be safely connected to an existing heating system. However, do not connect any hot air ducts to the cold air return. The hot

29Figure #19: Circuit Diagram

3TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION ...

30APPENDIX A

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32VALCOURT LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This

4INTRODUCTION This manual contains all the information required for safe, efficient installation and use of your Valcourt fireplace. Read carefully

5 INSTALLATION This fireplace is designed and approved for installation with the following brands of chimneys measuring 8” (203 mm) in diameter as

6 No other device must be added to the chimney connected to the fireplace. Install the fireplace strictly according to the methods described herei

7Figure #3: Fireplace Framing Figure #4: Possible Chimney Configurations FRAMING The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in

8 The table below shows the minimum chimney height requirements, fireplace included, according to the number of elbows: Chimney Number of Elbows M

99. The standards in your area may require an outside air inlet. Even if this is not the case, it is beneficial to do so as this will improve the fi