Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON L4M 4Y8 Canada t (705)721-1212 t fax (705)722-6031
www.napoleonreplaces.com task@napoleon.on.ca
INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE CONVEYED TO AND REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER.
GAS-FIRED DIRECT VENT INSERT
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER
NATURAL GAS MODELS
GDIZC - N
PROPANE GAS MODELSGDIZC - P
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CSA 2.33, ANSI Z21.88 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbour's phone. Follow the gas sup-
plier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fi re department.
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS
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Pg 2-4 INTRODUCTION
Warranty
General Instructions
General Information
Care of Glass & Plated Parts
5-7 INSTALLATION
Insert Vent Connection
Chimney Connection
Wall Switch / Thermostat
Gas Pipe Installation
7-8 FINISHING
Trim Extrusion Installation
Log Placement
Door Installation
Mantle Clearances
Logo Placement
Pg 9 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
10 REPLACEMENT BLOWER
11 ADJUSTMENTS
Pilot Burner Adjustment
Vent Restrictions
Venturi Adjustments
12-13 REPLACEMENTS
Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Terminal Kits
Accessories
14-15 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
16 SERVICE HISTORY
NOTE: changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.
WARNING
• The fi replace insert is a vented gas-fi red heater. Do not burn wood or other materials in this fi replace in-
sert.
• Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should
stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Supervise young children when they are in the same room as
the fi replace insert.
• Due to high temperatures, the fi replace insert should be located out of traffi c and away from furniture and
draperies.
• Clothing or other fl ammable material should not be placed on or near the fi replace insert.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fi replace insert.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the
fi replace insert and venting system are kept clean. The fi replace insert and its venting system should be
inspected before use and at least annually by a qualifi ed service person. More frequent cleaning may be
required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. The fi replace insert area must be kept
clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other fl ammable vapours and liquids.
• Under no circumstances should this fi replace insert be modifi ed.
• This fi replace insert must not be connected to a chimney fl ue pipe serving a separate solid fuel burning
appliance.
• Do not use this fireplace insert if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualifi ed service tech-
nicianto inspect the fi replace insert and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which
has been under water.
• Do not operate the fi replace insert with the glass door opened, cracked or broken. Replacement of the
glass should be done by a licensed or qualifi ed service person.
• Do not strike or slam shut the fi replace insert glass door.
• This fi replace uses and requires a fast acting thermocouple. Replace only with a fast acting thermocouple
supplied by Wolf Steel Ltd.
TABLE of CONTENTS
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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NAPOLEON gas fi replaces are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized
ISO 9001:2000 Quality Assurance Certifi cate.
NAPOLEON products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained craftsmen
who take great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fi red at a quality test station.
The complete fi replace is thoroughly inspected by a qualifi ed technician before packaging to ensure that you, the
customer, receives the quality product that you expect from NAPOLEON.
NAPOLEON GAS FIREPLACE PRESIDENT'S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
The following materials and workmanship in your new NAPOLEON gas fi replace are warranted against
defects for as long as you own the fi replace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel
burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing,
porcelainized enamelled components and aluminum extrusion trims.
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves, thermal switch,
switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and NAPOLEON will
provide replacement parts free of charge during the fi rst year of the limited warranty.
Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the fi rst year. Repair work, however,
requires the prior approval of an authorized company offi cial. Labour costs to the account of NAPOLEON are
based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work must be done through an authorized NAPOLEON
dealer.
CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
NAPOLEON warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only -- i.e., the individual or legal entity (registered customer) whose name appears on
the warranty registration card fi led with NAPOLEON -- provided that the purchase was made through an authorized NAPOLEON dealer and is subject to the following conditions
and limitations:
This factory warranty is nontransferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.
The gas fi replace must be installed by a licenced, authorized service technician or contractor. Installation must be done in accordance with the installation instructions included
with the product and all local and national building and fi re codes.
This limited warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, accident, alterations, abuse or neglect and parts installed from other manufacturers will
nullify this warranty.
This limited warranty further does not cover any scratches, dents, corrosion or discolouring caused by excessive heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners nor chipping on porcelain
enamel parts, mechanical breakage of PHAZER™ logs and embers, nor any venting components used in the installation of the fi replace.
NAPOLEON warrants its stainless steel burners against defects in workmanship and material for life, subject to the following conditions: During the fi rst 10 years NAPOLEON will
replace or repair the defective parts at our option free of charge. From 10 years to life, NAPOLEON will provide replacement burners at 50% of the current retail price.
In the fi rst year only, this warranty extends to the repair or replacement of warranted parts which are defective in material or workmanship provided that the product has been
operated in accordance with the operation instructions and under normal conditions.
After the fi rst year, with respect to this President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by
refunding to the original warranted purchaser the wholesale price of any warranted but defective part(s).
After the fi rst year, NAPOLEON will not be responsible for installation, labour or any other costs or expenses related to the reinstallation of a warranted part, and such expenses
are not covered by this warranty.
Notwithstanding any provisions contained in this President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON’S responsibility under this warranty is defi ned as above and it shall not in any
event extend to any incidental, consequential or indirect damages.
This warranty defi nes the obligations and liability of NAPOLEON with respect to the NAPOLEON gas fi replace and any other warranties expressed or implied with respect to this
product, its components or accessories are excluded.
NAPOLEON neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this product. NAPOLEON will not be responsible
for: over-fi ring, downdrafts, spillage caused by environmental conditions such as rooftops, buildings, nearby trees, hills, mountains, inadequate vents or ventilation, excessive venting
confi gurations, insuffi cient makeup air, or negative air pressures which may or may not be caused by mechanical systems such as exhaust fans, furnaces, clothes dryers, etc.
Any damages to fi replace, combustion chamber, heat exchanger, brass trim or other component due to water, weather damage, long periods of dampness, condensation, damag-
ing chemicals or cleaners will not be the responsibility of NAPOLEON.
The bill of sale or copy will be required together with a serial number and a model number when making any warranty claims from your authorized dealer. The warranty registration
card must be returned within fourteen days to register the warranty.
NAPOLEON reserves the right to have its representative inspect any product or part thereof prior to honouring any warranty claim.
ALL SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUE TO ON-GOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® IS A REGISTERED