Superior TM-4500 Series

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45" Wood Burning Fireplaces

P/N 700,011M REV. A 09/2006

TM-4500

MODEL

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WH Report No. J20054576-231

TM-4500 SERIES

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.

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

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Summary

Safety Rules

Tools and Building Supplies

Precautions

General Information

Overview of the fireplace, its components, and installation standards.

Clearances and Height Requirements

Details required air space to combustibles and mantle height.

Chimney System

Specifies the required chimney system and warnings about modification.

Location of Fireplace

Chimney Height

States the total height limitations for the fireplace system.

Chase Enclosure

Describes the construction of a chase for surrounding the fireplace and chimney.

Assembly Outline

Lists steps to check inventory and verify damper operation before assembly.

Assembly Steps

Pre-Installation Notes

Covers floor support, fireplace positioning, and framing considerations.

Clearances

Outlines minimum clearances to combustible materials.

Installing the Fireplace

Details steps for positioning the fireplace and installing safety strips.

Fireplace Specifications

Installing the Chimney System

For Canadian Installations

Specific steps for installing the chimney air kit in Canada.

For Canada Only

Specific installation procedure for attic shield assembly in Canada.

Multiple Terminations

FTF10 Chimney Component Calculations

Special Offset Instructions

Offset Calculations

Installing Offsets

Offset and Return Elbow Assembly

Instructions for installing offset and return elbow components.

30° Offset Through Floor or Ceiling

Guidance on using firestop spacers for 30° chimney offsets.

Optional Equipment Considerations

Combustion Air Kits

Information on using combustion air kits and their installation.

Gas Line Connection

Vent Free Appliances

Cold Climate Insulation

Fireplace Finishes

Mantels and Trim

Specifies clearance requirements for combustible mantels and trim.

Hearth Extensions and Wall Shields

Methods of Determining Hearth Extension and Wall Shield Equivalents

Provides formulas and examples for calculating required material thickness.

Finish to Your Taste

Installation Components