Regency Excalibur EX90 Large Wood Fireplace (Canadian Edition) - Manual (Page 14)

FPI FP90 Wood Fireplace 14
INST
ALLA
TION
There is also 1" unit base standoffs that are
supplied with the unit. These are optional and
are to be used to raise the unit. The thickness
of the finished hearth will dictate the height of
the stove. Please be careful to ensure that the
bottom louver will open when unit is installed
with the finished hearth.
iMportant: it is absolutely necessary
to attach stand-offs to the unit to
avoid combustion problems. serious
overheating of combustible framing and
possible fire may result if stand-offs are
not properly installed.
iMportant: under no circumstances
can the fireplace top or side spacers
be removed or modified. do not notch
the header to be installed closer than
the fireplace outside facing spacers.
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, plywood,
particle board or other hard surfaces. Be sure
the fireplace rests on a solid continuous floor
or platform for support and to prevent cold air
from entering the room from under the fireplace,
if against an outside wall.
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.
The minimum ceiling height is 7ft (2m) from the
base of the unit. A suitable non-combustible
hearth pad is mandatory in all installations.
See Framing Details.
installinG tHe
cHiMneY sYsteM
Following are a set of general guidelines for
installation of the chimney system. The more
detailed installation manual supplied with the
specific chimney system must be followed.
1) Using standard construction framing
techniques, construct the opening for the
chimney route up through the ceiling(s) and
roof or through an outside chase. Framing
must maintain adequate minimum air space
clearance at all times.
caution: Allow a minimum 2" (51mm)
chimney air space or as specified by
the owner's manual for the chimney, to
combustible framing members throughout
vertical or offset chimney installation.
2) Attach fireplace adaptor/anchor plate to
the top of the fireplace. It is important that
a tight seal be made with this part and the
unit’s collar. This must be purchased with
your chimney system.
3) Install firestop, radiation shield, or attic
insulation shield as required at each floor
penetration. See Table 1 (page 15). Check
chimney manufacturer's framing opening
sizes to allow for correct clearances. All
parts must be listed.
4) The roof flashing should be installed making
sure that alignment is correct with openings
below.
5) Chimney lengths may now be added until
the required height is reached. A minimum
flue height of 12ft. (4m) from the top of the
unit is mandatory. Please refer to Table 2
for Flue Heights (page 15).
installinG tHe
stand-offs
Stand-offs are installed to provide reduced
temperatures and proper clearances for the
safe installation of your product. They consist
of four 3" (76mm) stand-offs on the back, two
3" (76mm) stand-offs on each side and one 8"
(203mm) stand-off on the top of the unit.
Attach these stand-offs where indicated in the
pre-drilled holes on the unit body.
iMportant: insulation extends forward
to seal against the back of the fireplace
masonry or non-combustible face.
set tHe reGencY
fp90 into position
1) Estimate the total weight of the fireplace
system and surround materials such as
brick, stone, etc., to be installed. Shipping
weight is 612 lbs (278kg).
2) Measure the square footage of the floor
space to be occupied by the system,
surrounds and hearth extensions.
3) Note the floor construction, i.e. 2 x 10’s, (51
x 250 mm), single or double joists, type and
thickness of floor boards and consult your
local building code to determine if you need
additional support.
4) Remove door, firebox bricks, louvers etc.
note: set aside Gold louvers away from
harsh chemicals and away from
abrasive materials to avoid damage,
e.g. muriatic acid for masonry wash
will strip the gold plate. firebricks
are fragile and should be handled
with caution.
installation
asseMBlY steps
note: the following steps represent the
normal sequence of installation.
each installation is unique, however,
and might require different steps.
each step is dealt with in detail in the
following pages.
1) Install stand-offs and insulation strip to the
unit. See Installing the Stand-offs section
on this page.
2) Complete framing and installation of nailing
strips for the FP90.
iMportant: remove gold
accessories such as louvers
while installing to avoid marking.
Position firebox prior to framing or into
prepared framing.
3) Install the Chimney System.
4) Install Outside Combustion Air Kit .
5) Hook-up the Wiring.
6) Install the Blower.
7) Gravity Air Feed Option.
8) Complete finish wall material, surround and
hearth extension to your individual taste.
9) Position vermiculite liner/bricks and ceramic
fiber insulation in the unit. Attach louvers,
glass, doors, handles.