TOA Electronics Indoor Fireplace RD 36 User Manual

INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS  
CUSTOM SERIES  
36" Wood Burning Fireplaces  
P/N 700,009M REV. D 11/2003  
MODELS  
RD-36  
RD-36-H  
RDI-36  
HC-36  
HC-36-H  
HCI-36  
RDI-36-H  
HCI-36-H  
This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and  
dependable installation of your fireplace system. Please read and under-  
stand these instructions before beginning your installation.  
Do not alter or modify the fireplace or its components under any  
circumstances. Any modification or alteration of the fireplace system,  
including but not limited to the fireplace, chimney components and  
accessories, may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system  
and could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation.  
IMPORTANT! TO ASSURE PROPER ALIGNMENT OF GLASS DOORS:  
INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE IN A SQUARE AND PLUMB CONDITION,  
USING SHIMS AS NECESSARY AT SIDES AND/OR BOTTOM.  
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
WH Report No. J9902-5865C-231  
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Note: Illustrations shown reflect “typical”  
installations with nominal dimensions and  
are for design and framing reference only.  
Actual installations may vary due to indi-  
vidual design preferences. However, always  
maintain minimum clearances to combus-  
tible materials and do not violate any specific  
installation requirements.  
PRECAUTIONS  
WARNING: FAILURE TO USE MANUFAC-  
TUREPROVIDEDPARTS,VARIATIONSIN  
TECHNIQUES AND CONSTRUCTION MA-  
TERIALS OR PRACTICES OTHER THAN  
THOSE DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL  
MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD AND VOID  
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult  
to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is  
recommendedthattheinstallerbeaqualifiedor  
certified “tradesman” familiar with commonly  
accepted fireplace installation and safety tech-  
niques as well as prevailing local codes.  
These fireplaces have been tested and listed  
by Warnock Hersey (Report No. J9902-  
5865C-231) to U.L. standard 127. These units  
are intended for installation in residential  
homes and other buildings of conventional  
construction including commercial, not in  
mobile homes.  
The most important areas of concern dealing  
with the installation of factory-built fireplaces  
areclearancestocombustiblematerials,proper  
assembly of component parts, height of the  
chimney system, the proper use of accesso-  
ries supplied by the manufacturer and the  
techniques employed in using finishing mate-  
rials applied to the wall surrounding the fire-  
place, hearthextensionsandwallshields. Each  
of these topics will be covered in thorough  
detail throughout this manual. Please give  
each your special attention as you progress  
with your installation.  
When complete these fireplace systems con-  
sists of five basic “sub-systems”:  
1. The Fireplace  
2. The Chimney and Termination  
3. The Optional Glass Doors  
4. The Optional Combustion Air Kits  
5. Optional Cold Climate Kit (Mandatory in  
Canada).  
These fireplaces have been tested for installa-  
tion in Canada to ULC-S610. For installations  
in Canada, the chimney clearance to com-  
bustibles must be 2 inches and the Cold  
Climate Kit must be installed.  
CLEARANCES AND HEIGHT  
REQUIREMENTS  
The fireplace may be placed on or near normal  
construction materials*. The combustion air kit,  
firestop spacer and roof flashing (not chase  
flashings) may be placed directly on or against  
normal construction materials.* The chimney  
requires a minimum 2" air space clearance to  
combustibles. The fireplace outer wrapper  
requires a minimum 1" air space clearance to  
combustibles. A combustible mantle may be  
installed12"abovetheopeningofthefireplaceas  
per NFPA 211, Section 7-2.3.3. In Canada, the  
minimum is 18" above the fireplace opening.  
These fireplace systems are designed for in-  
stallation in accordance with the National Fire  
Protection Standard for chimneys, fireplaces  
and solid fuel burning appliances; NFPA 211  
and in accordance with codes such as the  
BOCA Basic/National Codes, the Standard Me-  
chanicalCodeandtheUniformBuildingCodes.  
INTRODUCTION  
General Information  
These fireplaces are conventional radiant heat  
fireplaces with standard bar grates, optional  
outside combustion air kits and optional deco-  
rativeglassdoors. The"C"modelsaredesigned  
as heat circulating fireplaces and may be fitted  
with accessory fans.  
TYPICAL INSTALLATION  
The minimum installed height of the completed  
fireplacesystemis15'0". Themaximumheight  
is 60' 0".  
The fireplace and chimney system must be  
enclosed when installed in or passing through  
alivingareawherecombustiblesorpeoplemay  
come in contact with it. This is important to  
prevent possible personal injury or fire hazard.  
Blower Kit  
(Optional)  
Chimney and  
Termination  
Chimney and  
Termination  
For questions, please call your distributor or  
the manufacturer. Special restrictions apply to  
the front and facing of the fireplace and nearby  
walls (See pages 16, 17 and 18 ).  
Outside  
CHIMNEY SYSTEM  
Combustion  
Air Kit  
Outside  
Combustion  
Air Kit  
(Optional)  
These fireplaces are designed and code listed  
for use with Security Chimneys FTF8 chimney  
System only. Always use Security Chimneys  
FTF8 chimney components with these fire-  
places. Do not modify or alter these compo-  
nents as this may cause a potential serious  
hazard and void the Warranty.  
(Optional)  
Radiant Model Shown  
Figure 1  
Circulating Model Shown  
*Construction Materials:  
• framing materials • paneling  
• particle board  
• millboard  
• flooring  
• dry wall  
• etc.  
• plywood  
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Insulate Joists  
Chimney Height  
LOCATION OF FIREPLACE  
Same As Ceiling  
The total height of your completed fireplace  
system from the surface the fireplace rests on  
to the chimney top must not exceed 60' and  
mustalsomeetminimumheightrequirements.  
Refer to the minimum system height chart.  
Carefully select the proper location for heat  
circulation, aesthetics, chimney obstructions  
and clearance to side wall(s). With proper pre-  
planning, a slight adjustment of a few inches  
can save considerable time and expense later  
during construction and assembly.  
Draft Stops  
Firestop  
Minimum System Height  
Security's FTF8 Pipe  
Vertical Installation  
One Offset  
15' 0"  
15' 0"  
25' 0"  
CTDT  
Termination  
Hearth  
Hearth  
Note: Non-  
Combustible  
Chase  
Two Offsets  
Flashing  
Must Be  
Used To  
Cover  
Chase Enclosure  
Chase  
A chase is a vertical box-like structure con-  
structedtosurroundthefireplaceandchimney.  
Refer to Figure 2 for a typical chase configura-  
tion. As with all chimney installations, avoid  
overhead obstructions such as trees, power  
lines, etc. A chase should be constructed and  
insulated just like any outside wall. In a cold  
climate, we recommend the base of the chase  
should also be insulated between the solid  
continuous floor beneath the fireplace and the  
chase bottom. Chase insulation in a cold cli-  
mate installation is not required for safety.  
Opening  
Optional  
Outside Chase  
Figure 4  
Optional  
Insulation  
In Outside  
Walls Of  
Chase  
Carefully consider the position of the fireplace  
opening with respect to the location of adja-  
cent or nearby stairwells, bath or kitchen ex-  
haustfansand/orreturnairregistersforforced  
air furnaces/air conditioners that could cause  
a smoking fireplace condition if the house is  
tightly insulated.  
8'  
Level  
Solid  
Continuous  
Surface  
ASSEMBLY OUTLINE  
Before You Start  
Outside  
Base  
Insulation  
Whenlocatingthefireplace,considerationmust  
be given to combustibles and final finishing.  
See Figure 5 and confine the final location of  
combustiblefinishmaterialstothe"SafeZone".  
(Thermal Barrier)  
Check your inventory list to be sure you have all  
the necessary parts supplied in good usable  
condition.Checkalsoforanyconcealeddamage.  
Figure 2  
DO NOT permanently place furniture or other  
items such as decorative pillows within 60" of  
the fireplace front face.  
WARNING: IF INSULATION IS USED, THE  
FIREPLACE MUST NOT BE PLACED DI-  
RECTLY AGAINST IT. INSULATION OR  
VAPORBARRIERS,IFUSED,MUSTFIRST  
BE COVERED WITH GYPSUM BOARD,  
PLYWOOD,PARTICLEBOARDOROTHER  
MATERIALTOASSUREINSULATIONAND  
VAPOR BARRIERS REMAIN IN PLACE.  
Checktheoperationofthedamper.Thedamper  
is controlled through the use of a control lever  
located within the firebox opening at the top  
center just behind the firebox lintel (Figure 3 ).  
The control lever snaps into place at the ex-  
treme range of motion, up and back in the  
closed position. When pulled forward and  
down, the damper is open.  
Black Portion Of Frame  
Not To Be Covered With  
Combustible Materials  
Wall  
Covering  
12”  
45°  
WARNING: DO NOT PACK OR FILL RE-  
QUIRED AIR SPACES WITH INSULATION  
OR OTHER MATERIAL. NO MATERIAL IS  
ALLOWED IN THESE AREAS.  
1”  
Damper  
Closed  
Damper  
Open  
Door  
Opening  
Safe  
Zone  
Lintel  
12”  
Note: Do not insulate the chase cavity with  
blown or fill type insulation materials.  
Combustion  
Air Actuator  
Figure 5  
Note: Local codes may not require firestopping  
at the ceiling levels for outside chase installa-  
tions. However, it is recommended for safety  
and the reduction of heat loss.  
Figure 3  
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1. Estimate the total weight of the fireplace  
system including chimney and surround ma-  
terials such as brick, stone, etc., to be in-  
stalled. Shipping weights for the fireplace  
may be found on page 18.  
ASSEMBLY STEPS  
Top Spacer  
Note: The following steps represent the normal  
sequence of installation. Each installation is  
unique, however, and might require a different  
sequence.  
Maintain  
1" (25 mm)  
Air Space  
At Back  
And Sides  
2. Measure the square footage of the floor  
space to be occupied by the system, surrounds  
and hearth extensions.  
1. Position firebox prior to framing or into  
prepared framing.  
Hearth  
3.Notethefloorconstruction,i.e.2x6’s,2x8’s  
or 2 x 10’s, single or double joists, type and  
thickness of floor boards.  
2. Install the chimney system.  
Extension  
1" (25 mm) Space  
3. Connect house wiring to the fireplace for  
later attachment of optional blower.  
Metal Safety Strip  
Floor  
4. Use this information and consult your local  
building code to determine if you need addi-  
tional support.  
Note: Hearth extensions must not interfere with  
circulating grillwork  
4. Install optional outside combustion air kit.  
5. Plumb gas line if a decorative gas appliance  
will be used. (Gas connections should only be  
performed by an experienced, licensed/certi-  
fied tradesman.)  
Figure 6  
CAUTION: DO NOT BLOCK THE HEAT-CIRCU-  
LATING AIR INLET AND OUTLET PORTS ON  
CIRCULATING MODELS. DOING SO MAY RE-  
SULT IN A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.  
Maintain  
1" (25 mm)  
Air Space  
At Back  
6. Complete the installation, finish wall mate-  
rial, surround and hearth extension to your  
individual taste.  
If you plan to raise the fireplace and hearth  
extension, build the platform assembly then  
position fireplace and hearth extension on top.  
Secure the platform to the floor to prevent  
possible shifting.  
And Sides  
7. Assemble and attach optional glass door  
assembly.  
CLEARANCES  
Study the three dimensional illustration (Fig-  
ure 1 ) to get a general idea of each element of  
your fireplace system.  
Hearth  
Extension  
1" (25 mm) Space  
Minimum clearance to combustibles for the  
appliance is as follows: sides and back - 1" (25  
mm), floor-0"(0mm), adjacentwall-12"(305  
mm), ceiling - 37 ¹⁄₂" (953 mm).  
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES  
Metal Safety Strip  
Platform  
Floor  
The fireplace may be installed directly on a  
combustible floor or raised on a platform of an  
appropriate height. Do not place fireplace on  
carpeting, vinyl or other soft floor coverings. It  
may, however, be placed on flat wood, ply-  
wood, particle board or other hard surfaces.  
Be sure fireplace rests on a solid continuous  
floor or platform with appropriate framing for  
support and so that no cold air can enter the  
room from under the fireplace.  
INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE  
Note: Hearth extensions must not interfere with  
circulating grillwork  
Step 1. Slide the fireplace into prepared fram-  
ing or position fireplace in its final position and  
frame later.  
Figure 7  
Note: Install the hearth extension only as illus-  
trated.  
The fireplace may not be recessed into a com-  
bustiblefloor.Maintainthefloortohearthclear-  
ance established by the fireplace lower front  
face.  
The safety strips should extend from front of  
the fireplace at least 1 ¹⁄₂" and should extend to  
be at least flush with the sides. In the event a  
wooden support is used to elevate the fireplace  
abovethefloor,aZtypesafetystripshouldbe  
fabricated and used to protect the front surface  
ofthewoodsupportaswellasthefloorbeneath  
the hearth extension (Figures 8 and 9 ). The  
safety strips should be tacked down to prevent  
possible movement.  
The fireplace may be positioned and then the  
framing built around it, or the framing may be  
constructed and the fireplace positioned into  
the opening.  
Step 2. Insert the provided metal safety strips,  
beneaththefireplaceasillustrated(Figures6, 7  
and 8 ). The safety strips should overlap ¹⁄₂" for  
continual coverage of the floor.  
Usually, no special floor support is needed for  
the fireplace, however, to be certain:  
Note: Safety strips are not required when fire-  
place rests on a noncombustible surface.  
Note: The “Z” type safety strip is not supplied.  
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FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS  
12 ¹⁄₂"  
(318 mm)  
9"  
(229 mm)  
16 ¹⁵⁄₁₆"  
(428 mm)  
1 ¹⁄₂"  
Metal Safety Strips  
36"  
44 ¹⁄₄"  
(1124 mm)  
(914 mm)  
20 ³⁄₁₆"  
2 ⁷⁄₈"  
(513 mm)  
(73 mm)  
Figure 8  
7 ¹⁄₈"  
(181 mm)  
Blocking  
41 ³⁄₄"  
(1060 mm)  
Front  
Fireplace Top Spacer  
Metal Safety Strips  
Combustion  
Air Inlet  
9 ⁷⁄₈"  
Figure 9  
(251 mm)  
Gas Line  
Access  
Step 3. Refer to fireplace drawings and specifi-  
cationsonpages6and7forframingdimensions  
and details. Frame appliance enclosure as illus-  
trated in Figures 11 through 14 on page 8.  
44 ¹⁄₄"  
(1124 mm)  
10 ¹⁄₈"  
39 ³⁄₁₆"  
(257 mm)  
(995 mm)  
36 ⁵⁄₁₆"  
(922 mm)  
Gas Line  
Access  
IMPORTANT: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES  
CAN THE FIREPLACE TOP SPACERS (FIGURE  
10 ) BE REMOVED OR MODIFIED, NOR MAY  
YOU NOTCH THE HEADER TO FIT AROUND OR  
BE INSTALLED LOWER THAN THE SPACERS.  
THE HEADER MAY BE IN DIRECT CONTACT  
WITH THE TOP SPACERS BUT MAY NOT BE  
SUPPORTED BY THEM.  
17 ⁷⁄₁₆"  
11 ⁷⁄₁₆"  
(443 mm)  
(290 mm)  
Junction  
Box  
21 ⁵⁄₁₆"  
20 ¹¹⁄₁₆"  
(541 mm)  
(525 mm)  
Right Side  
Left Side  
Note: The framed depth, 21 ³⁄₄" (552 mm) from  
a framed wall, must always be measured from  
a finished surface. If a wall covering such as  
drywall is to be attached to the rear wall, then  
the 21 ³⁄₄" (552 mm) must be measured from  
the drywall surface. It is important that this  
dimension be exact.  
28 ¹⁄₈"  
(714 mm)  
12 ¹⁄₂"  
(318 mm)  
8 ¹⁄₁₆"  
(205 mm)  
21 ⁵⁄₁₆"  
(541 mm)  
Fireplace  
Top Spacer  
If the appliance is to be elevated above floor  
level, a solid continuous platform must be  
constructed.  
1"  
41 ³⁄₄"  
(1060 mm)  
(25 mm)  
The header may rest on the top metal spacers,  
but must not be notched to fit around them.  
43 ³⁄₄"  
(1111 mm)  
Top View  
Consult all local codes.  
Figure 10  
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FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS  
Framing Dimensions  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
43"  
1092 mm  
Back Wall of  
Chase/Enclosure  
Including Finising  
Materials  
FOAK Combustion  
Air Kit - Optional  
44 ¹⁄₂" 1130 mm  
if any  
29 ¹⁄₂"  
15 ³⁄₄"  
73"  
749 mm  
400 mm  
1854 mm  
927 mm  
552 mm  
527 mm  
D
J
F
Header  
36 ¹⁄₂"  
21 ³⁄₄"  
20 ³⁄₄"  
A
E
Rough  
Framing Face  
(Unfinished Shown)  
B
Corner Installation  
51 ⁵⁄₈" 1311 mm  
Figure 14  
A
Note: All framing dimensions calcu-  
lated for 1/2" dry wall at the fireplace  
face. Ifsheathingthechaseorfinish-  
ing with other thickness materials,  
calculations will need to be made.  
Fireplace Framing  
Note: When Framing With 6” Studs Header Must  
Be 17” (432mm) Higher. Use Security’s OR15  
Offset/Return Elbow To Recess The Chimney Back  
2 1/2” (64mm). Maintain Required Clearance To  
Chimney At All Times.  
Figure 11  
Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure  
FOAK Combustion  
Air Kit  
Including Finising Materials if any  
Framing Dimensions for Ceiling  
B
Flue Type  
A
B
A
FTF8 Vertical  
16 ¹⁄₂"  
(419 mm) (419 mm)  
16 ¹⁄₂"  
G
Ceiling Framing  
Figure 15  
FTF8 Offset 30° 16 ¹⁄₂"  
25"  
A
H
(419 mm) (635 mm)  
Rough  
Framing Face  
(Unfinished Shown)  
Inside Chase  
Figure 12  
Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure  
Including Finising Materials  
if any  
FOAK  
Combustion  
Air Kit - Optional  
Framing Dimensions for Roof  
C
Pitch  
0/12  
C
D*  
16 ¹⁄₂"  
(419 mm)  
16 ¹⁄₂"  
(419 mm)  
G
H
C
6/12  
16 ¹⁄₂"  
(419 mm)  
19"  
(483 mm)  
A
D
Rough  
Framing Face  
(Unfinished Shown)  
Outside Chase  
Roof Framing  
12/12  
16 ¹⁄₂"  
23 ¹⁄₂"  
(419 mm)  
(597 mm)  
Figure 13  
Figure 16  
* Perpendicular to roof ridge  
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Step 4. Fireplace should be secured to side  
framing members using the full length nailing  
tabs at the top and bottom of the fireplace front  
face. Use 8d nails (Figure 17 ).  
Step 6. Connect the 6" (102 mm) Class 0 air  
duct provided by installer, to the duct collar on  
the fireplace and secure with two (2) screws  
from the kit’s hardware package.  
Framing must maintain adequate minimum air  
space clearance at all times.  
CAUTION: ALLOW MINIMUM 2" CHIMNEY  
AIRSPACETOCOMBUSTIBLEFRAMINGMEM-  
BERS THROUGHOUT VERTICAL OR OFFSET  
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION.  
Step 7. Route the Class 0 air duct out the back  
or side wall, up through the ceiling or floor  
joists to an outside wall. The air inlet hood  
should be located above snow level or above  
any anticipated snow level, (Figure 19 ).  
A minimum 2" air space must be reserved for  
all combustible materials extending for any  
continuous length surrounding the chimney.  
Install As Shown With Opening  
In Downward Position, Do Not  
Block Entrance  
Reference Figures 15 and 16 and charts Fram-  
ing Dimensions for Ceiling and Roof, which  
specify minimum ceiling and roof dimensions.  
8d Nail  
In new construction, to determine chimney cen-  
terline,useplumblinefromrooforceilingabove  
fireplace to center of flue collar on fireplace.  
5 Foot Min. Height  
From Outside  
Ground Level  
For remodeling, plumb to center of flue collar  
from ceiling above, drive nail through ceiling  
from below to mark position, then mark and  
cut to passage from above ceiling (around  
nail) (Figure 20 ). Then plumb from ceiling or  
roof level directly above hole which has just  
been completed.  
Figure 17  
Note: The nailing tabs and the area directly  
behind the nailing tabs are exempt from the  
clearances described on page 5. Maintain at  
least 1/2" clearance from the firebox wrapper to  
the framing at the closest point of contact,  
directly adjacent to the flange.  
Figure 19  
Note: If the fireplace is installed against an  
inside wall, the class 0 air duct may be ex-  
tended into a ventilated attic space at least 18"  
(475mm) above the attic floor. Secure the air  
inlet hood to a vertical post with the inlet  
positioned downward. Ensure that nothing  
blocks the hood opening. This hood must  
never terminate higher than three (3) feet  
below the termination.  
For Canadian Installations  
A cold Climate Kit FTF8-CCK2-LD must be  
installed. CCK2 kits are available from  
FireCraft through your local dealer. Installer  
must supply suitable length of 6" Diameter,  
class "0" metallic air duct.  
Proceed with Steps 5 through 8  
Step 8. Cut or frame a hole through the outside  
wall for the installation of the air inlet hood. A  
6-1/2"diameterholeisrequired. Feedtheloose  
end of the flexible duct through the hole and  
attach to the collar on the air inlet hood using  
two (2) screws from the kit's hardware pack-  
age. Insert the hood into the opening. Secure  
the inlet hood in place with nails driven through  
the holes in the flange. Seal with noncombus-  
tible waterproof silicon type caulking.  
Step 5. Install the Cold Climate Kit to the  
fireplace following the instructions provided  
with the kit, (Figure 18 ).  
Chimney  
Duct  
Figure 20  
Install Screws  
Step 3. Position appropriate firestop spacer at  
ceiling and nail temporarily with two (2) 8d  
nails. Use flat firestop spacer, Model F8FS-2, if  
chimney penetrates ceiling vertically. If chim-  
neypenetratesceilingat30°angle(offsetchim-  
ney), use30° firestopspacer, ModelF8FS30-2.  
Use one nail on opposite sides to hold firestop  
spacer in position. Nail permanently, using at  
least two (2) more 8d nails, after chimney  
sections have been assembled through the  
firestop spacer and after any necessary adjust-  
ments have been made. Firestop spacer must  
be secured by at least four (4) 8d nails when  
completely installed.  
Duct  
Collar  
INSTALLING THE CHIMNEY SYSTEM  
Step 1. Before continuing, check the operation  
of the damper, as described on page 4, (refer to  
Figure 3 ).  
Front Cover  
Side Cover  
Plates  
Step 2. Using standard construction framing  
techniques,constructopeningforchimneyroute  
upthroughtheceiling(s)androoforthroughan  
outside chase.  
Plate  
Figure 18  
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Note: If there is a room above ceiling level,  
firestop spacer must be installed on the bottom  
side of the ceiling. If an attic is above ceiling  
level, firestop spacer must be installed on top  
side of ceiling joist (Figures 21 and 22 ).  
If the flue has been installed correctly, it will not  
separate when you test it. Also, the inner flue  
joint where each section is joined should be  
tight and flat without gaps (Figure 26 ).  
Room Above  
F8FS30-2  
2" Min.  
Firestop Spacer  
Air Space  
Room Above  
2" Min.  
FTF8-S4 Stabilizer  
Air Space  
30° Firestop  
10'  
Max.  
And Room Above  
Figure 24  
Firestop Spacer  
For Canada Only  
When installing the chimney system through  
an open attic space, the attic shield assembly-  
firestop spacer must be used (Figure 25 ). This  
installation is required only for use in Canada.  
Figure 21  
Attic Above  
Figure 26  
Outer pipe section installs in just the opposite  
way; the lanced end goes down and each new  
section goes OVER the outside of the previous  
section installed (Figure 27 ).  
Open Attic Space  
Firestop Spacer  
Locking  
Tabs  
Figure 22  
(Lances)  
CHIMNEY 30° OFFSET THROUGH FLOOR  
OR CEILING  
Figure 25  
Note: For Canadian installations, all chimney  
installedoutsidethebuildingmustbeconstructed  
with galvalume (outer sections only) effective  
January 1, 1992. The appropriate model desig-  
nations are located in the back of this manual.  
Itmaybenecessarytoassemblethechimneyat  
30° when passing through the floor or ceiling  
area.UsetheF8FS30-2firestopspacerasshown  
in Figures 23 and 24. Support the chimney at  
floor or ceiling penetration with a FTF8 stabi-  
lizer if distance of chimney below ceiling is 10'  
or more. Maintain 2" minimum air space to  
combustibles from chimney sections.  
Figure 27  
Note: Assemble one component of chimney at a  
time (inner section first, then outer section last)  
beforeproceedingwiththenextcompletesection.  
Step4.Note:Chimneysectionsareconstructed  
with a unique locking tab design, which en-  
sures an immediate, tight assembly between  
sections. Plan your chimney requirements  
carefully before assembly as chimney is diffi-  
cult to disassemble after installation. If disas-  
sembled, the tabs might become damaged. Be  
certain tabs are properly formed to ensure  
locking tabs engage properly.  
Continue to assemble the chimney up through  
framed opening. Assemble just enough to pen-  
etrate the roof flashing openings (Figure 28 ).  
Always maintain 2" minimum air space to com-  
bustiblematerialsandalwayscheckeachchim-  
ney joint (inner and outer) to ensure proper  
engagement. Checkverticalalignmentofchim-  
ney so that it projects from the roof in true  
vertical position.  
Attic Space  
F8FS30-2  
2" Min.  
Firestop Spacer  
Air Space  
The Security FTF8 chimney system is a two  
piece chimney, which snap together from  
the fireplace up. Start with the inner flue  
section with the lanced end up, snap lock it  
in to the matching collar on top of the fire-  
place. At all subsequent joints, the upper  
flue section fits into the preceding flue sec-  
tion. Each piece snaps together by means of  
locking tabs (9 locking tabs per joint). Check  
each piece by pulling up slightly from the top  
to ensure proper engagement before installing  
the next section.  
FTF8-S4 Stabilizer  
2" Min.  
Air Space  
10'  
Max.  
30° Firestop  
And Attic Above  
Figure 23  
2" Min. Air Space  
To Combustibles  
Figure 28  
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.  
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