Valcourt Antoinette FP7 Specifications

45530A 08-02-2012 Printed in Canada Installation and Operation Manual FP-7-LM ANTOINETTE Qualified Clean Burn

10 3. As illustrated in Figure 6 and 7, position the heat shield (C) between the spacers previously installed with the folds facing up. Align the h

11 Figure 3.3 A Figure 3.3 B Figure 3.3 C Figure 3.3 D Figure 3.3 E Figure 3.3 F Figure 3.3 G D E

12 3.4 Locating the FP7-LM Antoinette Wood Fireplace A. The best location to install your fireplace is determined by considering the location of wind

13 Figure 8 Installation on raised base Figure 9 Ceiling clearance requirements 3.5 Heart Extension Requirements The hearth extension floor

14 Figure 10 Figure 11 3.6 Framing, Facing, Mantel, and Combustible Shelf 3.6.1 Framing The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel

15 B. Frame the fireplace with vertical studs on each side of the fireplace running from floor to ceiling (see Figure 15). Position the studs back fr

16 Figure 13 Figure 14

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19 Figure 17 Insulated chase construction

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

20 Figure 18 Spacers must be installed

21 3.6.2 Facing CAUTION: BEFORE CLOSING THE WALLS, MAKE SURE THAT THE AIR CONTROL MECHANISM, THE FLUE DAMPER AND DOORS MECHANISM WORK PROPERLY. A

22 Facing With the Narrow Overlap Figure 19

23 Facing With the Masonry Trim Figure 20

24 Figure 21 CAUTION: DO NOT SCREW IN THE HACHURED ZONE (See Figure 21) 3.6.3 Combustible Shelf To install any combustible shelf, refer to Fig

25 SHELFPOSITIONINGSHELFDIMENSION SHELFPOSITION6"/152mm 46"/1168mm8"/203mm 48"/1219mm10"/254mm 5

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27 3.7 Fresh Air Kit During operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion and draws air out of the house. It may starve other fuel bur

28 Figure 24 Figure 25

29 Perform an opening in the exterior wall according to the size of the wall termination. From outside, place the outside air inlet cap in the hole (

3 PART A – INSTALLATION ... 51.0 Safety Information ...

30 Figure 27 Narrow Overlap 3.8.2 Masonry Trim WARNING: THE PLATING OF THE MASONRY TRIM SHOULD NEVER COME IN CONTACT WITH MASONRY PRODUCT SUCH

31 1. Once the fireplace is fully installed, press the masonry trim (A) against the fireplace (the longest side towards the bottom going inside the

32 To adjust screen door 1. Lift the screen and the glass door completely to the top. 2. Unscrew one of the two bolts (A) which are located on the lo

33 4.2 Suitable Chimneys This wood fireplace may be connected to either a factory-built metal or a masonry chimney. Whether metal or masonry, the chi

34 WARNING: IF THE MALE NOZZLE "HATCHED AREA (A)" OF THE ANCHOR PLATE EXCEEDS 2" (51 MM) IN LENGTH (VALUE (X), SEE IMAGE BELLOW), IT

35 TABLE 2 – LIST OF MANDATORY COMPONENTS CHIMNEY MANUFACTURER MANDATORY COMPONENTS TYPE/BRAND Selkirk  Ventilated roof flashing 2" Solid

36 8. If the chimney extends higher than 5 ft. (1.5 m) above its point of contact with the roof, it must be secured using a roof brace. 9. A rain c

37 12. 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

38 4.4 Chimney Installation Instructions 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass. Use a plumb bob to

39 EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL CHIMNEY INSTALLATION Figure 33

4 PART B - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ... 455.0 Fuel ...

40 TABLE 3 – THE MINIMUM SYSTEM HEIGHT WHEN USING ELBOWS IS: Fireplace model FP7-LM ANTOINETTE WOOD FIREPLACE Chimney model All models listed in T

41 Figure 34 Figure 35

42 4.6 Angled Radiation Shield When passing through a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30 or 45 angle (30 or 45 in Canada and 30 only in

43 4.7.2 Universal Offset Support This support is used to support the chimney above an offset. When the chimney offset is used to pass through a wal

44 4.9 Installation Instructions for Masonry Application WARNING: BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION, THE MASONRY CHIMNEY MUST BE INSPECTED BY A QUAL

45 PART B - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 5.0 Fuel The FP7-LM ANTOINETTE WOOD FIREPLACE is designed to work best when fuelled with seasoned cordwood. Us

46 6.0 OPERATING THE FP7-LM ANTOINETTE WOOD FIREPLACE Inside the firebox of your unit, you will find the handle that allows you to open the glass d

47 WARNING: NEVER PUT CORDWOOD IN FRONT OF THE ANDIRONS. WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH A GAS LOG LIGHTER. CAUTION: NEVER USE

48 6.4 Air Intake Control and Exhaust Damper The air intake control (dilution air) and exhaust damper should be in the closed position when there h

49 B. Negative pressure in the house As the fire burns, air goes up the chimney. This air must be replaced through leakage into the house or through

5 PART A – INSTALLATION 1.0 Safety Information CAUTION: THE INFORMATION GIVEN ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL AFFIXED TO THE APPLIANCE ALWAYS OVERRIDE

50 7.0 MAINTAINING YOUR FP7-LM ANTOINETTE WOOD FIREPLACE 7.1 Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly without a flame,

51 Figure 40.1 Figure 40.2 Figure 40.3 Figure 40.4 7.4 Dealing With a Chimney Fire Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prev

52 7.5 Disposal of Ashes Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a

53 Figure 42.1 Figure 42.2 Figure 42.3 Figure 42.4 Figure 42.5 WARNING: DO NOT USE MATERIALS OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED IN THE REPLACEMENT PART

54 7.7 Glass Care – Replacement The glass used in the FP7-LM ANTOINETTE WOOD FIREPLACE is ceramic glass 5 mm thick having dimensions of: 30 3/4” x

55 Figure 43 7.8 Glass Care – Cleaning The FP7-LM ANTOINETTE WOOD FIREPLACE is designed to keep the glass clean under normal operating conditions.

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

6 CAUTION: THIS HEATING UNIT MUST SERVE AS A SUPPLEMENTARY HEAT SOURCE. AN ALTERNATIVE HEAT SOURCE SHOULD BE AVAILABLE IN THE HOME IF NEEDED. THE MA

7 2.2 The Benefits of EPA Voluntary Emission Program «Low Mass» Phase II In the past, most conventional masonry and low-mass, factory-built firepla

8 3.0 Fireplace Installation ATTENTION: IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF FINISHING MATERIAL USED, YOU

9 3.2 Installation of Spacers and Heat Shield To complete the fireplace, spacers and heat shield must be secured to the top of the appliance. Thes