Empire B3RSTHK18N, B3RSTHK24, B3RSTHK30N, B3MSTHK18N, B3MSTHK24N Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GAS-FIRED
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT! Read these instructions
carefully before installing or operating this
gas appliance. These instructions should
be left with the homeowner for future
reference.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a re or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
ammable vapors 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.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the re department.
— Installation and service must be
performed by a qualied installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
DANGER
If not installed, operated and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, this product could expose
you to substances in fuel or from fuel
combustion which can cause death or
serious illness.
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of
your new SEE-THRU GAS BURNER! Your
Decorative Gas Burner is designed and
intended for installation in an approved,
existing, fully vented, wood-burning replace,
with a gas hook-up.
SEE-THRU BURNER
(REQUIRES VENTED DECORATIVE
LOG SET)
FOR INSTALLATION IN
SOLID-FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES
MANUAL MODELS
B3MSTHK(18,24,30)STN-1
MILLIVOLT MODELS
B3RSTHK(18,24,30)STN-1
This appliance must be installed only in a solid-
fuel burning replace with a working ue and
construction of noncombustible materials.
This unit is NOT for use with solid fuel. Solid
fuels shall NOT be burned in a replace where
a decorative appliance is installed.
The vent damper must have a damper
clamp attached to it to keep the damper from
accidentally closing during operation.
Page 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
Before You Start .......................................................................................................3
Carton Contents & Hardware Pack ..........................................................................4
Important Safety Information ...............................................................................5 - 6
Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas ...................................................................7
General Information .................................................................................................8
Product Specications ..............................................................................................8
Fireplace Preparation ...............................................................................................9
Introduction ..............................................................................................................9
Gas Supply ...................................................................................................... 10 - 11
Installation .......................................................................................................12 - 13
Final Set Up ...........................................................................................................14
Door Operation .......................................................................................................15
Millivolt Lighting Instructions ..................................................................................16
Manual Lighting Instructions ..................................................................................17
Pilot and Main Burner Flame Characteristics ......................................................... 18
Wiring .....................................................................................................................19
Maintenance & Service ..........................................................................................20
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................21
Millivolt Exploded View & Parts List .......................................................................22
Manual Exploded View & Parts List .......................................................................23
Master Parts Distributor List ...................................................................................24
How To Order Repair Parts ....................................................................................24
Appliance Service History ...............................................................................25 - 26
Warranty .................................................................................................................27
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BEFORE YOU START
Samples and Denitions:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
1. Read the safety information on pages 5 - 7.
2. Review gas line information on pages 10 - 11.
3. Review the wiring information on page 19.
4. Light the replace and troubleshoot. See pages 16, 17, & 21.
5. Show the homeowner how to operate the replace.
6. Show the homeowner how to do the basic maintenance.
These instructions are intended as a general guide
and do not supersede national or local codes in
any way. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installation.
• Follow all local codes regarding installation,
combustion and ventilation air or in the absence
of local codes follow the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1(U.S. installation), or CAN/CGA-B149,
Installation Code (Canada installation) and with
ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Vented Appliances for Solid
Fuel Burning Fireplaces.
• Installation and provision for combustion and
ventilation air must conform to the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or CAN/CGA-B149.1,
Natural Gas Installation Code, or CAN/CGA-B149.2,
Propane Installation Code.
• The installation of appliances designed for
manufactured home (U.S. only) or mobile home
installation must conform with the Standard for
Mobile House, CAN/CSA Z240 MH, in Canada,
or with the Manufactured Home Constructions
and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280,
in the United States, or when such a standard is
not applicable, Manufactured Home Installations
Standard, ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1/NFPA 501A.
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CARTON CONTENTS & HARDWARE PACK
10
4
CARTON CONTENTS
1
3
2
HARDWARE PACK CONTENTS
1/4”X 1 1/4” SLOTTED HEX HEAD ANCHOR SCREW (2)
5
8
9
6
7
Items not shown to scale.
B3MSTHK(18,24,30)N
Index
Number
3 See-Thru Burner Assembly with Manual Valve 1 1 1
4 Valve Cover Assembly, Manual 1 1 1
5 Street Elbow, 1/2 X 3/8 1 1 1
6 Flexline 1 1 1
7 Damper Clamp 1 1 1
8 Rockwool Mix 2 3 4
9 Decorative Rock 6 6 6
10 Black Sand 2 2 3
Index
Number
1 See-Thru Burner Assembly with Millivolt Valve 1 1 1
2 Valve Cover, Millivolt 1 1 1
5 Street Elbow, 1/2 X 3/8 1 1 1
6 Flexline 1 1 1
7 Damper Clamp 1 1 1
8 Rockwool Mix 2 3 4
9 Decorative Rock 6 6 6
10 Black Sand 2 2 3
See Parts Lists on pages 22 - 23 for ordering replacement parts. Do not order batteries, bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store.
Description
Description
B3MSTHK18 B3MSTHK24 B3MSTHK30
B3RSTHK(18,24,30)N
B3RSTHK18 B3RSTHK24 B3RSTHK30
Quantity Supplied
Quantity Supplied
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Installer: Leave these instructions with the owner for future
reference.
For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. Do not burn
wood or solid fuels in a replace where a decorative gas log set
is installed. This appliance is for installation only in a solid fuel
burning replace, masonry replace or manufactured replace.
WARNING
Before installing in a solid fuel burning replace, the chimney
ue and rebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and
loose paint by a qualied chimney cleaner.
WARNING
Do not allow fans to blow directly into or at the replace. Avoid
any drafts that alter burner ame patterns.
WARNING
Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other
accessory not approved for use with this appliance.
DANGER
Any modication to this gas log set or to controls can be
dangerous. Improper installation or use of the gas log set can
cause serious injury or death from re, burns, explosion or
carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING
Do not operate this burner with glass doors closed.
• Installation and repair must be done by a QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSON. The appliance should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualied service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding materials, etc. It
is imperative that control compartments, burners and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
• Dot not place clothing or other ammable material on or near
the appliance.
• Do not place trash or other articles on the log set during
operation.
• Do not put anything around the replace that will obstruct the
ow of ventilation air.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been under water.
• Do not use thermostats on vented burner applications
• Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible
material, gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.
• Keep burner and control compartment clean.
• A yearly examination and cleaning of the venting system
of the solid-fuel burning replace must be performed by a
qualied agency.
• Make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean and
replace damaged parts.
• Alert children and adults to the hazards of high surface
temperatures and caution them to stay away to avoid burns
or clothing ignition.
• Carefully supervise young children when they are in the
same room as the appliance.
• During manufacture, this replace is treated with certain
oils, lms and bonding agents. These bonding agents are
not harmful but may produce smoke and odors as they are
burned off during initial operation of the replace. This is
normal. Open a window during the initial bake out period.
• Proper installation, burner pan location and log placement is
important to achieve optimum look and performance of your
gas log set. The logs have been designed for easy location
and placement on the grate and must be followed for proper
operation.
• Do not operate this log set with glass doors in the closed
position. A replace screen must be in place when the log
set is burning. Adequate combustion air must be provided for
proper venting. All ames should go up and out the top of the
rebox into the ue vent. If any ames oat or curl forward
into the room do not operate appliance. Check for an open
ue and adequate combustion air into the room. A damper
clamp must be installed on the rebox damper to maintain
an open ue vent condition. See page 9.
• Young children must be carefully supervised when they are
in the same room as the gas log while in operation. Do not
place stockings, clothing or any ammable material above or
near the replace.
• Do not substitute or use materials other than those supplied
for use with the log set.
WARNING
Follow all gas leak check procedures in this manual, prior to
operation.
WARNING
Fuels used in gas or oil-red appliances, and the products of
combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and/or other reproductive harm. This warning is issued pursuant to California
Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISCONNECT THE GAS OR ANY GAS
FITTING WHILE THIS APPLIANCE IS IN OPERATION.
NEVER leave the decorative gas log set unattended while in
operation.
NEVER allow children to operate this decorative gas log set.
NEVER place hands or ngers on the front-edge of this decorative gas log set.
NEVER use liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit, or natural
gas in a liquid propane unit.
DO NOT use solid-fuel or lighter uid in any decorative gas log
set.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance
must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
During manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping, various com-
ponents of this appliance are treated with certain oils, lms, or
bonding agents. These chemicals ARE NOT harmful, but may
produce annoying smoke and smells, as they are burned off,
during the initial operation of the appliance. This may possibly
cause headaches, and eye or lung irritation. This is a normal
and temporary occurrence. The initial break-in period should
last three to four hours. During this period, provide maximum
ventilation by opening a window or door, to allow odors to dissipate. Any odor remaining after this initial break-in period, will
be slight and will disappear with continued use.
NEVER PLACE ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL WITHIN
TWENTY-FOUR (24) INCHES FROM THE FRONT OF THE
FIREPLACE ENCLOSURE.
WARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect the
appliance and replace any part of the control system and any
gas control that has been under water.
All units with gas control valves must be lit by a Safety Pilot. For
standard units, the pilot is located at the right, rear, center of the
unit.
Follow these instructions exactly when lighting the appliance.
BEFORE LIGHTING, smell around the appliance area for gas. Be
sure to smell next to the oor, as L.P. gas is heavier than air and
will settle to the oor. Use only your hand to rotate the gas control
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not turn by hand, do not try
to repair it; call a qualied service technician or installer. Force or
attempted repair may result in a re or explosion.
GAS WARNING ODOR
If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas
because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas.
That’s your signal to go into immediate action!
• Do not operate electric switches, light matches, use your phone.
Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.
• Get everyone out of the building, vehicle, trailer, or area. Do
that IMMEDIATELY.
• Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.
• LP-Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas such as
basements. When you have reason to suspect a gas leak, keep
out of basements and other low areas. Stay out until reghters
declare them to be safe.
• Use your neighbor’s phone and call a trained LP-Gas service
person and the re department. Even though you may not
continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again. Do not
re-enter the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
• Finally, let the service man and reghters check for escaped
gas. Have them air out the area before you return. Properly
trained LP-Gas service people should repair the leak, then
check and relight the gas appliance for you.
WARNING
All gas burning appliances produce smoke and carbon monoxide gas during operation. These fumes can be harmful if the
appliance is used in any other than a fully vented replace.
WARNING
The State of Massachusetts requires that the chimney ue
damper, when used with decorative gas log sets, be welded
open or completely removed. In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this appliance must be installed by a licensed
plumber or gas tter.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance, can cause property damage, personal injury or loss
of life. Refer to the owner’s information manual, provided with
this appliance. Installation and service must be performed by a
qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
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SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS
Propane (LP-Gas) is a ammable gas which can cause res
and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and
colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions
which can protect both you and your family from an accident.
Read them carefully now, then review them point by point with
the members of your household. Someday when there may not
be a minute to lose, everyone’s safety will depend on knowing
exactly what to do. If, after reading the following information,
you feel you still need more information, please contact your
gas supplier.
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell
the odor of the chemical put into the gas. You must nd out if
you can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease
your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your
sensitivity or ability to detect that odor. Sometimes other odors in
the area mask the gas odor. People may not smell the gas odor or
their minds are on something else. Thinking about smelling a gas
odor can make it easier to smell.
The odorant in LP-gas is colorless, and it can fade under some
circumstances. For example, if there is an underground leak, the
movement of the gas through soil can lter the odorant. Odorants in
LP-Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading can occur if there
is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.
The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into
walls, masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will
take some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.
LP-Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity could
vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may be
more odor at lower levels. Always be sensitive to the slightest gas
odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately
go into action as instructed earlier.
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
• Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas
Dealer can give you a “Scratch and Sniff” pamphlet. Use it to
nd out what the propane odor smells like. If you suspect that
your LP-Gas has a weak or abnormal odor, call your LP-Gas
Dealer.
• If you are not qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform service,
or make adjustments to appliances on the LP-Gas system. If
you are qualied, consciously think about the odor of LP-Gas
prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service or
making adjustments.
• Sometimes a basement or a closed-up house has a musty
smell that can cover up the LP-Gas odor. Do not try to light
pilot lights, perform service, or make adjustments in an area
where the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor
if there has been a leak of LP-Gas.
• Odor fade, due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of
new cylinders and tanks, is possible. Therefore, people should
be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders
are placed in service. Odor fade can occur in new tanks, or
reinstalled old tanks, if they are lled and allowed to set too
long before relling. Cylinders and tanks which have been out
of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause
odor fade. If such conditions are suspected to exist, a periodic
sniff test of the gas is advisable. If you have any question
about the gas odor, call your LP-GAS dealer. A periodic
sniff test of the LP-GAS is a good safety measure under
any condition.
• If, at any time, you do not smell the LP-Gas odorant and you
think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the same
immediate action recommended above for the occasion when
you do detect the odorized LP-Gas.
• If you experience a complete “gas out,” (the container is under
no vapor pressure), turn the tank valve off immediately. If the
container valve is left on, the container may draw in some air
through openings such as pilot light orices. If this occurs, some
new internal rusting could occur. If the valve is left open, then
treat the container as a new tank. Always be sure your container is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container
before it goes completely empty or having it relled before it is
completely empty.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Qualied Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be per-
formed only by a qualied agency. The term "qualied agency" means
any individual, rm, corporation or company which either in person
or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)
the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in
such work, familiar with all precautions required and has complied
with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made
by a licensed plumber or gas tter in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
The installation and the provisions for combustion and ventilation
air must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA54* Canadian Installation Code CAN/CGA B149.
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 11
West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10018.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
WARNING
To avoid damage and possible injury, do not use sand in Liquid
Propane Hearth Kits. Use the Rockwool mix, provided with the
Liquid Propane Change Kit.
HIGH ALTITUDE DE-RATE
In the U.S.A., input BTU shall be de-rated at 4% (1 orice size)
per 1000 feet for altitudes above 2000 feet. In Canada, input BTU
shall be de-rated 10% (2 orice sizes) at altitudes from 2000 feet
to 4500 feet.
Millivolt Manual
Regulator pressure setting 4.0” 4.5”
Gas inlet pressure Max. 10.5” 10.5”
Min. 5.0” 5.0”
Model
B3MSTHK18 NAT Manual 19 4.5 75,000
B3RSTHK18 NAT Millivolt 19 4.0 75,000
B3MSTHK24 NAT Manual 19 4.5 75,000
B3RSTHK24 NAT Millivolt 19 4.0 75,000
B3MSTHK30 NAT Manual 12 4.5 90,000
B3RSTHK30 NAT Millivolt 12 4.0 90,000
Note: Thermostats can not be used on vented burner
applications.
Burner Model Valve Type Kit Number
B3MSTHK18 MANUAL CKV111
B3MSTHK(24,30) MANUAL CKV112
B3MSTHK18 MILLIVOLT CKV113
B3MSTHK(24,30) MILLIVOLT CKV114
Gas
Type
Valve
Type
LP CONVERSION KITS
Orice
Natural Gas
Manifold
Pressure
(w.c.)
BTUH
Max.
Rate
High Altitude Installation
When installing this unit at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the
United States) it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
changing the existing burner orice to a smaller size. Generally,
input should be reduced 4 percent for each 1000 feet above sea
level. However, if the heating value of the gas has been reduced,
this general rule may not apply. Check with local gas utility for proper
orice size identication.
For Canadian high altitude applications, this appliance is suitable for
installation at elevations between 0 feet (0m) and 4,500 (1,370m)
without change.
When installing this unit at an elevation above 4500 feet (1,370m)
(in Canada), check with local authorities.
Consult your local gas utility for assistance in determining the proper
orice for location.
Determining the Correct Burner Size for Your Fireplace
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
MASONRY BUILT FIREPLACES
Chimney Height Minimum of 6 Feet
Burner
Model
B3MSTHK18 24 18 18 49
B3MSTHK24 30 18 18 71
B3MSTHK30 36 18 18 71
Burner
Model
B3MSTHK18 24 18 18 49
B3MSTHK24 30 18 18 71
B3MSTHK30 36 18 18 71
Front
Width in
Inches
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES
Chimney Height Minimum of 10 Feet
Front
Width in
Inches
Depth in
Inches
Depth in
Inches
Height
in
Inches
Height
in
Inches
Minimum
Vent in Sq.
Inches
Minimum
Vent in Sq.
Inches
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DAMPER CLAMP
DAMPER
TYPICAL FIREPLACE
FIREPLACE PREPARATION
• Turn off gas supply to replace or rebox.
• Have the replace oor and chimney professionally cleaned to
remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions.
Have this cleaning performed annually after installation.
• Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on oor
or wall of replace. If not, drafting may cause pilot outage or
sooting. Use a heat-resistant sealant. Do not seal chimney ue
damper.
Installing Damper Clamp
Remove all ashes or other debris from the replace. If the replace
is equipped with an ash dump be sure to seal the door with furnace
cement or high temperature silicone. Be sure to check the damper
for proper operation and verify that the ue passageway is open.
Attach damper clamp to the vent damper and tighten hold down bolt.
Place the clamp over the lip of the damper and tighten the hold
down bolt until the clamp is securely attached to the damper. This
will prevent the damper from accidentally closing.
INTRODUCTION
Figure 1
Introduction
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a
vented decorative gas log set in a solid-fuel burning replace.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.
2. Installer must have owner ll out and mail warranty card
supplied with the replace.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the
replace.
WARNING
Any change to this appliance or its controls can be dangerous.
Improper installation or use of the appliance can cause serious
injury or death from re, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
General Information
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not
shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person
and company making the change.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model No., Serial
No. and type of gas. This information can be found on the data
plate supplied with the burner.
Notice: During initial use of the logs and branches you will detect
an odor as the logs and branches are cured. This is normal.
WARNING
A replace screen must be in place when this appliance is
in operation. Unless other provisions for combustion air are
provided, the screen shall have an opening(s) for introduction
of combustion air.
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