SECTION 10 31 00

MANUFACTURED GAS FIREPLACES

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Superior Fireplaces; fireplaces and accessories.
This section is based on the products of Superior Fireplaces, which is located at:
1508 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37210
Toll Free Tel: 800-655-2008
Tel: 615-925-3417
Fax: 615-365-3068
Email:
Web: superiorfireplaces.us.com
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Superior Fireplaces manufactures industry-leading products that provide exceptional warmth, quality, and design. A complete line of fireplaces, fireplace inserts, free-standing stoves, gas log sets and chimneys for every style and budget. Wood, gas, and electric products in an array of designs, styles, and sizes. A diverse line of accessories and decorative options.
Our MISSION is to perform in every aspect of our business like our name; it is our promise "SUPERIOR". To create best in class products, delivered with superior selling proposition and superior service. We are committed to truly exceeding our customers' expectations on every level.

1 GENERAL

1.1   SECTION INCLUDES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.

1.1.1   Manufactured indoor vented gas fireplace systems and accessories.

1.1.2   Manufactured indoor unvented gas fireplace systems and accessories.

1.1.3   Manufactured outdoor vent-free gas fireplace systems and accessories.

1.1.4   Simulated log fire kits.

1.2   RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

1.2.1   Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.

1.2.2   Section - .

1.2.3   Section 22 14 13 - Facility Storm Drainage Piping.

1.2.4   Section 26 05 00 - Common Work Results for Electrical.

1.3   REFERENCES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.

1.3.1   National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code.

1.3.2   American National Standards Institute (ANSI):

1.3.2.1   ANSI Z223.1 - National Fuel Gas Code.

1.3.2.2   ANSI Z21.50 - Vented Gas Fireplaces.

1.3.2.3   ANSI Z21.88 - Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters.

1.3.2.4   ANSI Z21.91 - Ventless Firebox Enclosures for Gas-Fired Unvented Decorative Room Heaters.

1.3.2.5   ANSI Z21.97 - Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliances.

1.3.2.6   ANSI Z21.11.2 - Gas-Fired Room Heaters, Volume II, Unvented Room Heaters.

1.4   SUBMITTALS

1.4.1   Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

1.4.2   Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1.4.2.1   Preparation instructions and recommendations.

1.4.2.2   Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

1.4.2.3   Installation methods.

1.4.3   Shop Drawings: Provide drawing of required clearances, rough-in of enclosure and utilities.

1.5   QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1   Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum 5 year experience manufacturing similar products.

1.5.2   Installer Qualifications: Minimum 2 year experience installing similar products.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.

1.5.3   Multiple Installation Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of site and framing preparation techniques and installation workmanship.

1.5.3.1   Provide representative fireplace in area designated by Architect.

1.5.3.2   Do not proceed with remaining units until workmanship, installation and operation are approved by Architect.

1.5.3.3   Remodel mock-up unit as required to produce acceptable work.

1.6   DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.6.1   Deliver, store and handle materials and products in strict compliance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.

1.6.2   Store materials within absolute limits for temperature and humidity recommended by manufacturer. Protect from damage.

1.7   PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.7.1   Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install units until spaces are enclosed and weather tight, wet work in spaces is complete and dry.

1.7.2   Field Measurements: Verify field measurements as indicated on Shop Drawings. Where measurements are not possible, provide control dimensions and templates.

1.7.2.1   Coordinate installation and location of blocking and supports as requested.

1.7.2.2   Verify openings, clearances, storage requirements and other dimensions relevant to the installation and final application.

1.8   SEQUENCING

1.8.1   Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.

1.8.2   Pre-Installation Meeting: Convene minimum two weeks prior to starting work of this section.

1.9   WARRANTY

1.9.1   Warranty for Gas Fireplaces and Inserts: Provide manufacturer's standard 20 year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Some Contemporary style units do not have Log Kits. Delete if not required.

1.9.2   Warranty for Simulated Log Fire Kits: Provide manufacturer's standard 3 year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1   MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1   Acceptable Manufacturer: Superior Fireplaces, which is located at: 1508 Elm Hill Pike; Nashville, TN 37210; Toll Free Tel: 800-655-2008; Tel: 615-925-3417; Fax: 615-365-3068; Email: ; Web: superiorfireplaces.us.com

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.

2.1.2   Substitutions: Not permitted.

2.1.3   Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete models not required.

2.2   MANUFACTURED INDOOR GAS FIREPLACES - MERIT BCT2536 SERIES

2.2.1   B-Vent Gas Fireplace Systems: Traditional, front view style.

2.2.1.1   Model: BCT2536TMx full model number as indicated on Drawings, Merit BCT2536 Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.2.1.2   Model: BCT2536TMN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.2.1.2.1   Fuel Type: Natural gas.

2.2.1.3   Model: BCT2536TMP Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.2.1.3.1   Fuel Type: Propane/LP.

2.2.1.4   Gas Control: Millivolt gas control, electricity not required to operate.

2.2.1.5   Pilot Ignition: Piezoelectric igniter, matches/lighter not required.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.2.1.6   Remote Controls: Provide optional MRC remote control system with receiver, handheld on/off remote control and dual safety lock feature.

2.2.2   B-Vent Gas Fireplace Systems: Traditional, front view style.

2.2.2.1   Model: BCT2536TEx full model number as indicated on Drawings, Merit BCT2536 Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.2.2.2   Model: BCT2536TEN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.2.2.2.1   Fuel Type: Natural gas.

2.2.2.3   Model: BCT2536TEP Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.2.2.3.1   Fuel Type: Propane/LP.

2.2.2.4   Pilot Ignition: Electrode igniter, requires 120 VAC to operate, lights automatically when unit is turned on.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.2.2.5   Remote Controls: Provide optional WRC on/off electronic remote control kit.

2.2.3   Fireplace Description:

2.2.3.1   Compliance: Tested and approved under ANSI Z21.50 and ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 for indoor applications.

2.2.3.2   Maximum Input Rating: 18,000 BTU/hr.

2.2.3.3   Description of Fire: Multi-tiered flame system with random yellow flames and glowing, simulated embers.

2.2.3.4   Exterior Finish: Rough texture powder coating, black.

2.2.3.5   Interior Finish: Factory applied black finish.

2.2.3.6   Log Grates: Come standard with units.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Wall Switches if not required.

2.2.3.7   Wall Switches: Provide optional GWMS2 wall mounted on/off switch.

2.2.3.8   Electrical Connections: Factory wired dual access electrical J box.

2.2.3.9   Doors: Fixed tempered glass doors, standard with units.

2.2.3.10   Fire Screens: Mesh pull screens, standard with unit.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Perimeter trim, shutoff valves, blowers, outside air kits following are optional. Delete if not required.

2.2.3.11   Perimeter Trim: Provide optional LTC36x louver trim kits, finish indicated on Drawings.

2.2.3.12   Perimeter Trim: Provide optional LTC36B rolled louver trim kits, brushed brass finish.

2.2.3.13   Perimeter Trim: Provide optional LTC36P rolled louver trim kits, platinum finish.

2.2.3.14   Equipment Shutoff Valves: Provide optional equipment shutoff valves with 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) NPT tap in lieu of test gauge connections.

2.2.3.15   Blowers: Provide optional blowers, with control knob adjustment.

2.2.3.16   Outside Air Kits: Provide optional Outside Air Kits as indicated on the Drawings.

2.2.3.17   Outside Air Kits: Provide optional AK4 Outside Air Kits (complete kit, collar, hood and 36 inches (914 mm) of flex tube).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraph for Simulated Log Fire Kits if not required.

2.2.4   Simulated Log Fire Kits: Provide vented burner systems with logs and accessories.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Either fill in blank below and retain or only retain second subparagraph.

2.2.4.1   Model: ______as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.2.4.2   Model: Series and model number as indicated on Drawings.

2.2.4.3   Compliance: Tested and approved under ANSI Z21.11.2.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** To specify multiple optional accessories, insert list of model names/numbers into blank below. Delete either one of two or both options for Accessories.

2.2.4.4   Accessories: Provide manufacturer's standard accessories and optional ______.

2.2.4.5   Accessories: Provide optional accessories as indicated on Drawings.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete models not required.

2.3   MANUFACTURED INDOOR GAS FIREPLACES - MERIT BRT2000 SERIES

2.3.1   B-Vent Gas Fireplace Systems: Traditional, front view style.

2.3.1.1   Model: BRT2032TMN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.3.1.1.1   Burner: Single tube burner, 15,000 BTU/hr maximum input rating.

2.3.1.1.2   Interior: Black painted sides and back with white stacked brick pattern hearth.

2.3.1.1.3   Venting: B-vent, 4 inches (102 mm).

2.3.1.2   Model: BRT2332TMN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.3.1.2.1   Burner: Dual tube burner, 25,000 BTU/hr maximum input rating.

2.3.1.2.2   Interior: Black painted sides and back with white stacked brick pattern hearth.

2.3.1.2.3   Venting: B-vent, 5 inches (127 mm).

2.3.1.3   Model: BRT2532TMN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.3.1.3.1   Burner: Dual tube burner, 25,000 BTU/hr maximum input rating.

2.3.1.3.2   Interior: White stacked brick pattern refractory panel sides, back and hearth.

2.3.1.3.3   Venting: B-vent, 5 inches (127 mm).

2.3.1.4   Gas Control: Millivolt gas control, electricity not required to operate.

2.3.1.5   Pilot Ignition: Piezoelectric igniter, matches/lighter not required.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.3.1.6   Remote Controls: Provide optional MRC remote control system with receiver, handheld on/off remote control and dual safety lock feature.

2.3.2   B-Vent Gas Fireplace Systems: Traditional, front view style.

2.3.2.1   Model: BRT2032TEN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.3.2.1.1   Burner: Single tube burner, 15,000 BTU/hr maximum input rating.

2.3.2.1.2   Interior: Black painted sides and back with white stacked brick pattern hearth.

2.3.2.1.3   Venting: B-vent, 4 inches (102 mm).

2.3.2.2   Model: BRT2332TEN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.3.2.2.1   Burner: Dual tube burner, 25,000 BTU/hr maximum input rating.

2.3.2.2.2   Interior: Black painted sides and back with white stacked brick pattern hearth.

2.3.2.2.3   Venting: B-vent, 5 inches (127 mm).

2.3.2.3   Model: BRT2532TEN Merit Series as manufactured by Superior Fireplaces.

2.3.2.3.1   Burner: Dual tube burner, 25,000 BTU/hr maximum input rating.

2.3.2.3.2   Interior: White stacked brick pattern refractory panel sides, back and hearth.

2.3.2.3.3   Venting: B-vent, 5 inches (127 mm).

2.3.2.4   Pilot Ignition: Electrode igniter, requires 120 VAC to operate, lights automatically when unit is turned on.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.3.2.5   Remote Controls: Provide optional WRC on/off electronic remote control kit.

2.3.3   Fireplace Description:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options for Fuel Type not required.

2.3.3.1   Fuel Type: As indicated on Drawings.

2.3.3.2   Fuel Type: Natural gas.

2.3.3.3   Fuel Type: Propane/LP.

2.3.3.4   Compliance: Tested and approved under ANSI Z21.50 and ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 for indoor applications.

2.3.3.5   Description of Fire: Yellow flames and simulated embers.

2.3.3.6   Exterior Finish: Rough texture powder coating, black.

2.3.3.7   Log Grates: Come standard with units.

2.3.3.8   Electrical Connections: Factory wired dual access electrical J box.

2.3.3.9   Fire Screens: Mesh pull screens.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Doors, perimeter trim, wall switches, interior liners, outside air kits following are optional. Delete if not required.

2.3.3.10   Doors: Provide optional xxxxx glass doors, finish and model indicated on Drawings.

2.3.3.11   Doors: Provide optional BD32 fixed tempered glass doors, black finish.

2.3.3.12   Doors: Provide optional BD32B fixed tempered glass doors, brushed brass finish.

2.3.3.13   Doors: Provide optional BD32P fixed tempered glass doors, platinum finish.

2.3.3.14   Doors: Provide optional PT32 extruded aluminum bi-fold glass doors, black finish.

2.3.3.15   Doors: Provide optional PT32B extruded aluminum bi-fold glass doors, brushed brass finish.

2.3.3.16   Doors: Provide optional PT32P extruded aluminum bi-fold glass doors, platinum finish.

2.3.3.17   Perimeter Trim: Provide optional perimeter trim, finish model indicated on Drawings.

2.3.3.18   Perimeter Trim: Provide optional PT32 perimeter trim, black finish.

2.3.3.19   Perimeter Trim: Provide optional PT32B perimeter trim, brushed brass finish.

2.3.3.20   Perimeter Trim: Provide optional PT32P perimeter trim, platinum finish.

2.3.3.21   Wall Switches: Provide optional GWMS2 wall mounted on/off switch.

2.3.3.22   Interior Liners: Provide optional BL32 brick liner kits.

2.3.3.23   Outside Air Kits: Provide optional Outside Air Kits as indicated on the Drawings.

2.3.3.24   Outside Air Kits: Provide optional AK4 Outside Air Kits (complete kit, collar, hood and 36 inches (914 mm) of flex tube).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraph for Simulated Log Fire Kits if not required.

2.3.4   Simulated Log Fire Kits: Provide vented burner systems with logs and accessories.