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FMI 36" User Manual

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WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a re or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
PFS
®
US
UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
UNIVERSAL FIREBOX
OWNER’S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
INDOOR VENT FREE (V)U(36,42,50)(H,S) SERIES
INDOOR/OUTDOOR VENT FREE (V)Q(36,42,50)(H,S)(R) SERIES
FIREBOX WITH INSULATION
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FMI 36" Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFMI
Model36"
CategoryIndoor Fireplace
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings and Precautions

What to Do If You Smell Gas

Immediate steps to take if gas is detected.

Qualified Installation and Service

Requirement for professional installation and servicing.

General Safety and Hazard Information

Important Installation Warnings

Critical warnings about installation, usage, and hazards.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Danger

Highlights the severe risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Safe Operation and Usage Guidelines

Firebox Operation Precautions

Instructions for safe operation, including accessory use and environment.

General Usage Restrictions

Prohibitions on wood fires, cooking, and specific materials.

Installation Codes and Location Planning

Local and National Installation Codes

Requirements for adherence to local, national, and state codes.

Firebox Location and Planning

Considerations for choosing the optimal location for the firebox.

Combustion Air and Ventilation Requirements

Ensuring Adequate Airflow

Requirements for fresh air for combustion and appliance operation.

Space Ventilation Classifications

Defining unusually tight, confined, and unconfined spaces.

Determining Ventilation Needs

Calculating Airflow Requirements

Steps to calculate required ventilation based on space and appliance Btu/Hr.

Ventilation Air Pathways

Methods to supply ventilation air from inside the building.

Installation Preparation and Safety

Ventilation Air from Outdoors

Guidelines for supplying fresh air directly from outside.

General Installation Warnings

Crucial safety warnings before starting installation.

Installation Clearances and Mantel Requirements

Wall and Ceiling Clearances

Specifies minimum distances from combustible materials.

Built-In Mantel Clearances

Requirements for installing a mantel above the firebox.

Built-In Firebox Installation Procedure

Framing and Securing Firebox

Steps for framing the opening and attaching the firebox to studs.

Material Placement Restrictions

Warnings against overlapping firebox front with combustible materials.

Firebox Installation with Custom Mantels

Cabinet Mantel Installation Steps

Procedure for installing the firebox with a custom cabinet mantel.

Refractory Panel Installation

Refractory Panel Assembly Guide

Step-by-step guide for installing the firebox's interior brick panels.

Screen and Gas Line Installation

Fireplace Screen Installation

Instructions for assembling and attaching the fireplace screen.

Optional Gas Line Installation

Procedure for connecting the gas supply to the firebox.

Gas Line Testing and Appliance Compatibility

Leak Testing and Safety Precautions

Procedures for testing gas connections and safety precautions.

Appliance and Chimney Compatibility

Guidelines for using specific gas logs and maintaining the chimney.

Service, Parts, and Accessories

Technical Support and Parts Ordering

How to get help and order replacement parts.

Available Optional Accessories

Information on optional air kits for installation.

Replaceable Parts List

Parts Compatibility by Model

Detailed list of parts and their compatibility with various firebox models.

Warranty Information and Terms

Limited Warranty Details

Details of new and reconditioned product warranties, terms, and exclusions.

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