Lennox Hearth LBC-3824 manual

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 1 38" & 43" Wood Burning Fireplaces P/N 850,003M REV. G 01/2010 LBR-3824 LBC-3824 LBR-3824-H LBC-3824-H LBR-4324 LBC-4324 LBR-4324-H LBC-4324-H MODELS WH Report No. 629-915173A ELITE SERIES This installation manual will enable you to obtain a safe, efficient and dependable installation [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules .................................... page 2 Tools and Building Supplies ............ page 2 Precautions ..................................... page 3 Introduction ..................................... page 3 Clearances/Height Requirements ..... page 3 Chimney System ..[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 3 Figure 1 TYPICAL INSTALLATION *Construction Materials: • framing materials • paneling • particle board • flooring • dry wall • etc. • plywood PRECAUTIONS Note: These fireplace systems are not difficult to install. However, in the interest of safety, it is recommended that the installe[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 4 Figure 2 LOCATION OF FIREPLACE 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. Cha[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 5 DO NOT permanently place furniture or other items such as decorative pillows within 60" of the fireplace front face. ASSEMBLY STEPS Note: The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, however, and might require a different sequence. 1. Position[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 6 FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS Figure 10 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 above the floor, a “Z” type safety strip should be fabricated[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 7 Note: The framed depth, 25-1/2" (648 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 framed depth must be measured from the drywall surface. It is important that this dimension be exact. If[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 8 Figure 17 Step 5. The fireplace should be secured to the side framing members through the nailing flange ( Figure 18 ). Figure 18 Note: The nailing flange and the area directly behind the nailing flange is exempt from the clearances described on the fireplace clearance label. For Canadian Installat[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 9 CHIMNEY 30 ° OFFSET THROUGH FLOOR OR CEILING It may be necessary to assemble the chimney at 30 ° when passing through the floor or ceiling area. Use the F10FS30-2 firestop spacer as shown in Figures 23 and 24 . Support the chimney at floor or ceiling penetration with a FTF10 stabilizer if distanc[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 10 Locking Band Waterproof Caulk Figure 32 Step 9. Security Chimneys locking bands, Model FLB, may be required if the chimney extends too high above the roof flashing. As a general rule, if the chimney extends more than 6' above the roof flashing, the use of locking bands is advisable to strengt[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 11 Figure 34 3. Center the outer locking section over outer flue pipe. Push down until all locking tabs are firmly engaged and locked. 4. Pull up slightly on CTDTM to ensure the locking joint is firmly engaged and locked. Using a FTF10-CT1 Chase Termination: Refer to specific installation instruction[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 12 Figure 38 A 1 C 1 B 1 B 2 C 2 A 2 A 1 C 1 B 1 B 2 C 2 A 2 Figure 39 Chimney Section Joints No. 8 x 1/2" SMS Screws Required At Every Joint Past 6' No Screws Required In Joints For First 6' of Offset 4' 6' A 1/8" diameter hole must be drilled in the chimney joint using[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 13 FTF10 VERTICAL ELEVATION CHART 11 0 11 1 0 0 279 0.28 17 1 5 0 1 0 432 0.43 21 ¹⁄₄ 19 ¹⁄₄ 2 0 0 540 0.54 27 ¹⁄₄ 23 ¹⁄₄ 1 1 0 692 0.69 33 ¹⁄₄ 29 ¹⁄₄ 0 2 0 845 0.85 35 2 11 0 0 1 889 0.89 37 ¹⁄₄ 31 ¹⁄₄ 2 1 0 946 0.95 43 ¹⁄₄ 37 ¹⁄₄ 1 2 0 1099 1.10 51 [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 14 Figure 40 Figure 41 Underside Of Chimney Chimney Section (S) FTF10-E30 Return Elbow* FTF10-30 Offset Elbow* B A *Part of Offset/Return Package Model FTF10-ES30 INSTALLING OFFSETS First, review the Offset Elevation Chart and Figure 41 for reference. Step 1. Determine the offset distance where chimn[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 15 Offset Elbow Assembly Offset elbows install the same as chimney sections. First, snap the inner section INTO the preceding inner section of flue. Check connec- tion by pulling up slightly to ensure a tight fit. Next, the outer sections snap lock OVER the preceding outer section of chimney. Again, [...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 16 Vent Free Appliances These units have been tested and approved to ANSI/IAS/AGA Z21.11.2 for use with unvented gas appliances and complies with the stan- dard for Factory-Built fireplaces, UL 127. The unit has been tested for use with any unvented gas log sets having a maximum rating of 40,000 BTU.[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 17 Answer - The minimum required thickness of the Micore 160 is .417”, therefore round up to nearest standard thickness available which is 1/2”. ** If the hearth extension material(s) that is intended to be used is NOT listed on Table 1, the material can still be used if the material(s) is noncom[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 18 Figure 47 FINISH TO YOUR TASTE There are a wide variety of “finished looks” for these fireplaces, from formal wall decor with elaborate mantels to rustic wood paneling or warm brick facings. Only noncombustible materials like stone, tile, brick, etc., may overlap the black front facing. Do not[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 19 Storm Collar 63L59 FSC Figure 49 Outside Combustion Air Kits (with duct) 81L87 FOAK (without duct) 81L88 FOAK-LD Firestop Spacer (30 ° ) 63L37 F10FS30-2 INSTALLATION COMPONENTS The following items are available for use in the installation of this appliance. Model Catalog Number Weight LBR-3824 11[...]

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    NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. 20 Lennox Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information. Printed in U.S.A. © 2001 by LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCT[...]