Firegear ADVANTAGE SERIES, BA21MT-N, BA24MT-N, BA30MT-N, BA36MT-N Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES

DECORATIVE GAS LOG HEARTH KIT

If for any reason, you cannot follow these instructions, FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER, just return the product to your

dealer, and the dealer will refund your money. “PLEASE” do not use this product if you cannot follow these instructions.

CONGRATULATIONS, on the purchase of your new FIREGEAR DECORATIVE GAS LOG SET. Your Decorative Gas Log Set is designed, and intended, for installation in an existing approved, fully vented, wood-burning fireplace, which includes gas hook-up. Match Throw units must be fueled by Natural Gas only. Gas Control Valve units may be fueled by either Natural or Liquid Propane gas. Liquid Propane units must use an LP change kit.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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.

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.

!!! 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 fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

!!! WARNING !!!

This appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible materials. This unit is NOT for use with solid fuel. Solid fuels shall NOT be burned in a fireplace where a decorative appliance is installed.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION 1 MODELS 2 SHIPPING AND PACKING LIST 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 INSTALLATION 4 SET-UP & ASSEMBLY 5 REMOTE SYSTEMS 11 FINAL SET UP 13 OPERATION 14 &15 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 14 &15 CURING REFRACTORY LOGS 16 MAINTENANCE 16 PARTS LISTING 17 ACCESSORIES 18 TROUBLE SHOOTING 19 WARRANTY 20

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 can not reach your gas supplier, call the

fire department.

Do not store combustible materials or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Installation and service must be performed by a: Qualified technician, service agency, or the gas supplier.

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FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES

DECORATIVE GAS LOG HEARTH KIT

MODELS

STANDARD HEARTH KITS

MODEL DESCRIPTION

BA21MT-N Match Throw - Natural Gas BA24MT-N Match Throw - Natural Gas BA30MT-N Match Throw - Natural Gas BA36MT-N Match Throw - Natural Gas BA42MT-N Match Throw - Natural Gas

FOR LIQUID PROPANE INSTALLATIONS, YOU MUST USE A VALVE KIT AND/ OR A LIQUID PROPANE CHANGE KIT. FOLLOW T HE INSTRUCTIONS TH AT COME WITH THE KIT .

SHIPPING AND PACKING LIST

Your FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES DECORATIVE GAS LOG HEARTH KIT comes, ready for gas assembly connections, particular for use, in your area.

SHIPPING CARTONS CONTAIN

Box One: Hearth Kit

1- ADVANTAGE Series Burner Pan ( NG match throw) 1- Bag – Glass 1- Bag - Lava Rock ( Cinders ) 1- D amp er Cl amp Assem bly 2- Draft Clips – Left & Right 1- Manual Pack with Warranty Card

Box Two: Decorative Gas Logs

Decorative Accent Logs

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: included on some models

1- Natural Gas Valve Kit 1- Ember Burner Kit 1- Remote Control – various types 1- Liquid Propane change kit 1- Steel Flex Gas Line with adapt er

< WARNING: Follow all gas leak check procedures in this manual,

prior to operation.

< WARNING

products of combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the Stat e of Calif ornia to cause cancer, birth defects, and/or other reproductive harm. This warning is issued pursuant to California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6.

< While this appliance is not in use, the gas must be turned off at

the gas supply.

< DO NOT

FITTING WHILE THIS APPLIANCE IS IN OPERATION.

< NEVER

operation.

< NEVER

gas log set.

< NEVER

gas in a liquid propane unit.

< DO NOT

set.

Any safety screen or guard removed for s ervicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.

During manufacturing, fabric ation, and shipping, various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films, or bonding agents. These chemicals ARE NOT harmful, but may produc e annoying smoke and smells, as they are burned off, during the initial operation of the applianc e. 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 ( 3 ) to four ( 4 ) hours. During this period, pr ovide 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.

PROPER CLEARANCES FROM COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS MUST BE MAINTAINED FROM ALL SIDES, TOP, AND BOTTOM OF THIS APPLIANCE.

THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED NEAR ANY COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE.

THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED UNDER ANY COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION OR MATERIALS.

NEVER PLACE ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL WITHIN TWENTY-FOUR ( 24” ) FROM THE FRONT OF THE FIREPLACE ENCLOSURE.

SAFETY INFORMATION

: Fuels used in gas or oil – fired appliances, and the

ATTEMPT TO DISCONNECT THE GAS OR ANY GAS

leave the decorative gas log set unattended while in

allow children to operate this decorative gas log s et.

place hands or fingers on the front edge of this decorative

use liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit, or natural

use solid-fuel or lighter fluid in any decorative gas log

SAFETY INFORMATION continued

FIGURE 1

!!! WARNING !!!

The damper clamp must be installed in a manner which will maintain the minimum permanent damper vent opening at all times. SEE FIGURE 1. See the Decorative Gas Log Set Specifications on page 3.

!!! WARNING !!!

The State of Massachusetts requires that the chimney flue 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 gasfitter.

!!! WARNING !!!

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance, can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Refer to the owner’s inf ormation manual, pr ovided with this appliance. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, s ervice agency or the gas supplier.

FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES

HEARTH KIT SPECIFICATONS

21” & 24” HEARTH KITS WITH VALVE

NATURAL GAS - RATED PRESSURE – 7.0” W.C.

MINIMU M GAS MAXIMU M GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

7.0” W.C. 10. 5” W.C. # 85,000

LIQUID PROPANE - RATED PRESSURE – 11.0” W.C.

MINIMU M GAS MAXIMU M GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

11.0” W .C. 13.0” W.C. #35 75,000

FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES

HEARTH KIT SPECIFICATIONS continued

30” HEARTH KITS WITH VALVE

LIQUID PROPANE - RATED PRESSURE – 11.0” W.C.

MINIMU M GAS MAXIMU M GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

11.0” W .C. 13.0” W.C. #31 85,000

36” & 42” HEARTH KITS WITH VALVE

LIQUID PROPANE - RATED PRESSURE – 11.0” W.C.

MINIMU M GAS MAXIMU M GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

11.0” W .C. 13.0” W.C. #29 95,000

HIGH ALTITUDE DERATE In the U.S.A., input BTU shall be de-rated 4% ( 1 orifice size ) per 1000 ft. for altitudes above 2000 ft.. In Canada, input BTU shall be de-rated 10% ( 2 orifice sizes ) at altitudes from 2000 ft. to 4500 ft..

NOTE: NATURAL GAS MATCH THROW SETS, MAY BE USED IN SOME AREAS. CHECK YOUR LOCAL CODES FOR THIS CONFIGURATION!

MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS MASONRY BUILT FIREPLACES Chimney Height minimum of 6 feet

LOG FRONT DEPTH HEIGHT MINIMUM SET WIDTH IN IN IN VENT IN SIZE INCHES INCHES INCHES SQ INCHES

21” 24” 15” 18” 71.4 sq. in. 24" 30" 15" 18" 71.4 sq. in. 30" 36" 15" 18" 71.4 sq. in. 36” 42” 15" 18" 93.5 sq. in. 42” 48” 15" 18" 93.5 sq. in.

MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES

Chimney Height minimum of 15 feet

LOG FRONT DEPTH HEIGHT MINIMUM SET WIDTH IN IN IN VENT IN SIZE INCHES INCHES INCHES SQ INCHES

21” 24” 15” 18” 45.4 sq. in. 24” 30" 15" 18" 45.4 sq. in. 30” 36" 15" 18" 45.4 sq. in. 36” 42” 15" 18" 50.3 sq. in. 42” 48” 15" 18" 50.3 sq. in.

INSTALLATION

Installation will be much easier if two ( 2 ) or more people co-operate in locating and installing the unit.

LOCATION

This appliance, must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplac e, with a working flue, and constructed of noncombustible materials.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

Before installing this applianc e, have the fir eplace and chimney, professionally cleaned, to remove any ashes, soot, cr eosote, or other obstructions. Perform this cleaning annually, after installation.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

For units with valve applications, complete pilot placement, and gas train ass embly, before you place th e unit in t he fir eplac e.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

Seal any fr esh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on the floor or wall of t he fireplace. If this is not perf ormed, dr afting may caus e pilot outage or sooting. Use a heat-resistant s ealant; DO NOT s eal the chimney flue damper.

!!! WARNING !!!

Gas supply system must be installed in accordanc e with the U.S. National Fuel Gas Code.

This appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any system pressure test in excess of ½ PSI ( 3.5 KPA ).

Use a system manual shut off valve to shut off the gas supply to this gas appliance before continuing with installation procedures.

WHEN INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE, DO NOT

FOR LIQUID PROPANE INSTALLATIONS, YOU MUST USE A LIQUID PROPANE CHANGE KIT.

FIGURE 2 – ADVANTAGE BURNER PAN – MATCH THROW – FRONT VIEW

FIGURE 3 – ADVANTAGE BURNER PAN – MATCH THROW – REAR VIEW

OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR.

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS THAT COME WITH THE KIT.

INSTALLATION continued

WHEN INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE, DO NOT

FIGURE 4 – ADVANTAGE BURNER PAN WITH NATURAL GAS CONTROL VALVE – FRONT VIEW

FIGURE 5 – ADVANTAGE BURNER PAN WITH NATURAL GAS CONTROL VALVE – REAR VIEW

OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR.

FOR LIQUID PROPANE INSTALLATIONS, YOU MUST USE A LIQUID PROPANE CHANGE KIT.

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS THAT COME WITH THE KIT.

SET UP AND ASSEMBLY

Your FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER DECORATIVE GAS LOG HEARTH KIT comes, ready for gas assembly connections, particular for use, in your area.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

BEFORE YOU BEGIN – Audit the gas pressure, at the fireplace stub, to insure pr oper, minimum gas pressure; see the specifications, beginning on page 3 of this manual.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

BEFORE YOU BEGIN – Insure that the fire box meets the minimum specifications of the appliance; see the specifications beginning on page 3 of this manual.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

This appliance, when first installed, may produce unpleasant odors; these will gradually diminish.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

Decorative Gas Log Sets are shipped with the appropriate gas connections for each type of gas, i.e., Natural Gas or Liquid Propane. If you have purc hased an inappropriate unit for your application, contact your retailer, installer, or the firegear Customer Service Center.

1- Remove all contents from the Hearth Kit shipping container.

( Box One )

2- Check the contents of the shipping container against the shipping

and packing list, or the parts list in this manual. Report any missing or damaged parts to your retailer.

3- Remove any and all protective wrapping from the appliance.

SET UP AND ASSEMBLY continued

2- Adjustable wrenches; at least one of which has a range of

3/4" ( f or gas fittings ) 2- Adjustable Pipe Wrenches 1- 3/8” Nut Driver or s ocket ( f or damper clamp ) 1- #2 Phillips Screw Driver 1- 3/8” Wrench – ( for valve bracket nuts & ther mo-couple ) 1- 7/16” Wrench – ( for pilot gas line )

1- TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM!

2- Place the fireplace damper in the fully open position, and install

the damper clamp over the lip of the damper ( The damper must

be in a fully open position, any time that this appliance is in operation ). Using a 3/8” nut driver or socket, and turning in a

clockwis e direction, tighten the damper clamp bolt until the clamp is secur e. The damper clamp must be in place to maintain the minimum permanent vent opening. See the chart “ MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS “ on page 3, for correct venting. ( SEE FIGURE 1, page 3 )

NOTE: flue damper, when used with decorative gas log sets, be welded open or c ompletely removed.

3- Using two adjustable pipe wrenches ( one wrench on the gas

stub, and one wrench on the fitting ), remove the existing cap or gas jet assembly from the gas stub in your fireplace, by turning the wrench on the gas cap, in a counter-clockwise direction.

4- Clean the pipe thr eads, on the gas stub, using either, a wir e brush

or steel wool. Apply Teflon tape or pipe dope to the steel fittings before making any connection.

NOTE:

Teflon tape or pipe dope.

Follow the instructions that come with the kit, and/or the following:

1- Place the burner upside down, with the grate tines facing you, on

the floor, outside of the fireplace. ( SEE FIGURE 6 )

TOOLS THAT YOU WILL NEED

The State of Massachusetts requires that the chimney

All gas connections ( exc ept for brass to brass ) require

FOR EMBER BURNER INSTALLATIONS

FIGURE 7

FIGURE 8

FIGURE 6

2- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a counter-clockwise

direction, remove the ember burner gas f eed plug. ( SEE FIGURE 7 )

3- Apply Teflon tape or pipe dope to the 3/8” NPT base (the larger

end) of the compression fitting.

4- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a clockwis e direction,

install the compression fitting int o the ember burner gas feed (where you have just removed the plug). ( SEE FIGURE 8 )

5- Slide the compression fitting hex cap, threads facing out, over the

end of the ember burner pipe. ( SEE FIGURE 9 ) 6- Slide the compression ring over the end of the burner pipe. ( SEE FIGURE 9 )

FIGURE 9

SET UP AND ASSEMBLY continued

FOR EMBER BURNER INSTALLATIONS continued

7- Place the ember burner pipe, PORT HOLES DOWN or facing the

floor, into the compression fitting, on the end of the ember burner

gas feed. ( SEE F IGURE 10 & 11 ) 8- Using two (2) adjustable wrenches, one to hold the compression

base, and the other turning in a clockwise direction, install the

ember burner into the ember burner gas feed.

( SEE FIGURE 10 & 11 )

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 12

FIGURE 13

FOR MATCH THROW INSTALLATIONS

1- Place the ADVANTAGE BURNER BURNER PAN into the

fireplace. The unit should be centered from both side to side, and front to back. The unit is shipped, ready for rear gas connection only. ( SEE FIGURE 2 & 3 )

2- Bend a 3/8” gas line, with two ( 2 ) 3/8” brass, female flare fittings

( included on some models ), to facilitate the gas connection, between the burner, and the gas stub.

BE CAREFUL! G as lines are easily kinked if bent too sharply.

FIGURE 11

FOR MATCH THROW INSTALLATIONS CONTINUE WITH THE NEXT THREE (3) STEPS IN THE SECTION “FOR EMBER PAN INSTALLATION”.

FOR VALVE/PILOT INSTALLATIONS, GO TO THE SECTION “FOR VALVE/PILOT INSTALLATIONS" ON PAGE 8, AND THEN RETURN TO THE SECTION “FOR EMBER PAN INSTALLATIONS”.

FOR EMBER PAN INSTALLATIONS

1- Place the burner in the upright position. 2- Insert the bottom lip of the ember burner pan under the ember

burner. ( SEE FIGURE 12 ) 3- Push the ember burner pan backwar ds, towards the main burner,

snapping the top of the ember burner pan beneath the grate

support. ( SEE FIGURE 13 )

FOR MATCH THROW INSTALLATIONS, GO TO THE SECTION “FOR MATCH THROW INSTALLATIONS ON PAGE 7.

FOR VALVE/PILOT INSTALLATIONS, GO TO THE SECTION “FOR VALVE/PILOT INSTALLATIONS” ON PAGE 8.

3- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a clockwis e direction,

attach a 1/2” Female Flare X 3/8” Male Flare Brass Reducer Fitting ( included on some models ), to the gas stub.

4- Using two adjustable wrenches, and turning in a clockwise

direction, attach one end of the gas line, to the brass reducer fitting that you have just installed on the gas stub. ( One wrench on the brass gas line fitting, and one wrench on the brass reducer fitting )

5- Using two adjustable wrenches, and turning in a clockwise

direction, attach the other end of the gas line to the brass fitting on the burner. ( One wrench on the gas line fitting, and one wrench on the brass fitting on the burner )

BE CAREFUL! Make sure all gas c onnections are snug, but DO NOT over tighten!

6- TEST FIRE THE APPLIANCE! GO TO THE SECTION

“OPERATION & LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS – MATCH THROW UNITS” ON PAGE 14.

7- CHECK FOR LEAKS! Apply soapy water to each connection and

watch for bubbles. If bubbles are seen, turn off the gas supply; retighten the c onnections, and CHECK AGAIN! DO NOT use a lighted match or other s ource of ignition to check for leaks. Repeat t his proc edure until you are sure that there are no leaks.

8- Proceed to “FINA L SET UP” on page 13.

FOR VALVE / PILOT INSTALLATIONS

IT WILL BE EASIER TO ASSEM BLE THE BURNER / GAS TRAIN, OUTSIDE OF THE FIREPLACE, AND THEN PLACE THE ENTIRE ASSEMBLY INTO THE FIREPLACE, FOR FINAL GAS HOOK-UP. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE INCLUDED WITH THE VALVE / PILOT KIT, AND/OR THE FOLLOWING:

FIGURE 14 – VALVE / PILOT ASSEMBLY PARTS

FOR VALVE/PILOT INSTALLATIONS

Follow the instructions that come with the kit, and/or the following:

1- Place the burner upside down, with the tines facing away from

you, on the floor, outside of the fireplace. ( SEE FIGURE 15 ) 2- Locate the two (2) valve bracket mounting holes, on the right

hand side of the burner. ( SEE FIGURE 15 )

FIGURE 16

FIGURE 17

FIGURE 15

3- Place the valve shield upside down, and install two (2) bolts and

two (2) 1” stand-offs. ( SEE FIGURE 16 ) 4- Using a #2 Phillips Screw Driver and a 3/8” wrench, mount the

valve shield to the burner in the upside down position.

( SEE FIGURE 17 ) 5- Place the burner in the upright position, with the valve shield on

the right hand side. ( SEE FIGURE 18 )

FIGURE 18

FOR VALVE/PILOT INSTALLATIONS continued

FIGURE 19

FIGURE 20

6- Using a 3/8” wrench, and turning in a clockwise direction,

assemble the thermocouple tube (the copper tube) to the valve

thermo block. ( SEE FIGURE 19 & 20 ) 7- Using a 7/16” wrench, and turning in a clockwise direction,

assemble the pilot gas line to the gas connection on the valve. ( SEE FIGURE 19 & 20) 8- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a clockwis e direction,

assemble the main flex gas line to the valve.

( SEE FIGURE 19 & 20 ) 9- Using a #2 Phillips Screw Driver and two (2) 3/8” machine screws,

mount the valve to the valve shield, in the angled hole position. ( SEE FIGURE 21 ) 10- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a clockwise direction,

assemble the main flex gas line to the burner manifold. ( SEE FIGURE 22 ) 11- Locate the pilot br acket mount ing hole on the rear, right hand side

of the burner. ( S EE FIGURE 23 ) 12- Using a #2 Phillips Screw Driver and a 3/8” sheet metal screw,

mount the pilot. ( SEE FIGURE 22, 24, & 25 ) 13- Mount the two (2) drafting clips (left & right) on the outsides of the

rear burner, making sure to clip to the rear, with the planes facing

out, left and right. (SEE FIGURE 26 ) 14- Go to Step 1, “INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE INTO THE

FIREPLACE”, on page 10.

FIGURE 21

FIGURE 22

FIGURE 23

FOR VALVE/PILOT INSTALLATIONS continued

FIGURE 24

FIGURE 25

FIGURE 26

INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE INTO THE FIREPLACE

1- Place the ADVANTAGE BURNER BURNER PAN ASSEMBLY

into the fireplace. The unit should be centered from both side to side, and front to back. ( SEE FIGURE 4 & 5 )

2- Bend a 3/8” gas line, with two ( 2 ) 3/8” brass, female flare fittings

( included on some models ), to facilitate the gas connection, between the valve assembly, and the gas stub.

BE CAREFUL! G as lines are easily kinked if bent too sharply.

3- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a clockwis e direction,

attach a 1/2” Female Flare X 3/8” Male Flare Brass Reducer Fitting ( included on some models ), to the gas stub.

4- Using two adjustable wrenches, and turning in a clockwise

5- Using two adjustable wrenches, and turning in a clockwise

direction, attach the other end of the gas line to the brass fitting on the valve assembly. ( One wrench on the gas line fitting, and one wrench on the brass fitting on the valve assembly )

BE CAREFUL! Make sure all gas c onnections are snug, but DO NOT over tighten!

6- It is our recommendation that, at this point of the installation,

lighting the pilot, and test ignition should take place. Go to the section “OPERATION – UNITS WIT H GAS CONTROL VALVES” ON PAGE 15.

FOR UNITS WITH GAS CONTROL VALVES, see “UNITS WITH

REMOTE SYSTEMS” section, on page 11 and “LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WITH SAFETY PILOT” on page 16.

7- CHECK FOR LEAKS! Apply soapy water to each connection and

8- When you are assured that there are no gas leaks present, you

may proceed to the “ FINAL SET UP “ section, on page 13.

FOR UNITS WITH REMOTE SYSTEMS

Most Firegear burner systems ar e capable of operation with a latching solenoid, remote control system. See the instructions, packaged with the remote system that you have purchased, for detailed installation and operational characteristics. The following instructions are a general guide for installation only.

Label all wires prior to disc onnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous oper ation. Verify proper operation after servic ing.

Most Firegear Vented Burner Systems us e:

1- The American Flame, AF-1000 Series Valves ( AF-1010 shown

here with remote solenoid shown s eparately in diagram ). All

systems us e a safety pilot, with a thermocouple.

( SEE FIGURE 27 & 28 )

2- One of the following, latching solenoid, battery operated, remote

systems:

A- FG-LT2 On/off hand held remote B- FG-WS-LT W all switch – hard wired remote C- FG-WW S-LT Wall switch – wireless remote D- FG-WW T-LT W all timer – wireless remote E- FG-LMF/M Variable Flame remote

NOTE: The FG-AF1000S Latching Solenoid is necessary for operation with any of the above remot e systems.

CONNECTING THE RECEIVER TO THE VALVE

NOTE:

For extended, remote applications, extension wire ( not

included ) will be necessary for your distance run.

1- The wire harness should already be installed, in the terminal

block, on the rear of the remote receiver.

FOR HAND HELD TRANSMITTER, REMOTE RECEIVERS, SEE FIGURE 30 & 31.

FOR WALL SWITCH TRANSMITTER, REMOTE RECEIVERS, SEE FIGURE 33 & 34.

WIRING SCHEMES ON THE TERMINAL BLOCKS AND OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS VARY BETWEEN THE TWO SYSTEMS.

2- Connect the BLACK 18 gauge wire, with the 1/4" female terminal,

from the receiver, to the BLACK wire with the 1/4" male terminal,

from the valve solenoid. 3- Connect the RED 18 gauge wire, with the 1/4" female terminal,

from the receiver, to the RED wire with the 1/4” male terminal,

from the valve solenoid. 4- After receiver wires are c onnected to the valve solenoid wires,

make sur e the receiver shield is located over the receiver, and

then locate the r eceiver in an area that will not exceed the 130° F,

preferably outside the firebox, on the fireplace hearth.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

which wire is attached to which terminal. If operation does not correspond to operating buttons on the transmitter, reverse the wire installation at the rec eiver, or at the transmitter. ( SEE FIGURE 30, 31, 33, & 34 )

NOTE: Up to 6.3 VDC of power is provided at the receiver terminal.

Oper ation of these controls is dependent upon

Remote Solenoid

Gas / Pilot Control Knob

FIGURE 27

FIGURE 28

Black Wire ¼” Male Term ina l

Red Wire ¼” Male Term ina l

On / Off Remote Plug-In Receptacle for Solenoid

Knob Position Indicator

HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER

See the instructions, packaged with the remote system for directions on programming the coding switches on both transmitter and receiver.

WALL MOUNT REMOTE RECEIVER

See the instructions, packaged with the remote system for directions on programming, (“Learning”) both transmitter and receiver.

FIGURE 29 – HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER – FRONT VIEW

FIGURE 30 – HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER – REAR VIEW

CODE SWITCHES

FIGURE 32 – WALL MOUNT & VARIABLE FLAME

REMOTE RECEIVER - FRONT VIEW

FIGURE 33 – WALL MOUNT & VARIABLE FLAME

REMOTE RECEIVER - REAR VIEW

FIGURE 31 – HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER - TOP VIEW

IMPORTANT

TERMINAL BLOCK CONNECTIONS, FOR HAND HELD

TRANSMITTER, REMOTE RECEIVERS, USE THE OUTSIDE

TERMINAL BLOCK RECEPTACLES. ( SEE FIGURE 30 & 31)

FIGURE 34 – WALL MOUNT & VARIABLE FLAME

REMOTE RECEIVER - TOP VIEW

IMPORTANT

TERMINAL BLOCK CONNECTIONS, FOR WALL MOUNT TRANSMITTER, REMOTE RECEIVERS, USE THE INSIDE

TERMINAL BLOCK RECEPTACLES. ( SEE FIGURE 33 & 34 )

FINAL SET UP

!!! WARNING !!!

Failure to position the parts in accordance with all included pictures, diagrams, and drawings, or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

1- Pour the provided Glass over the each burner, filling the burner pans. The Glass should follow the slope of each burner pan, c overing each burner

completely. ( SEE FIGURE 35 )

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

Cover the pilot and valve assembly, and f or Liquid Propane units, the air mixer, at the rear of the burner, to protect it, before installing Glass and Glowing Embers.

FIGURE 35

2- Spread the Glowing Embers over the ember burner. ( SEE FIGURE 36 )

FIGURE 36

FINAL SET UP continued

WARNING: this appliance. All previously applied loose material ( Embers ) must be removed prior to reapplication.

CAUTION: DO NOT place Glass, Glowing Embers, or Lava Rock ( Cinders ) in the area of the safety pilot assembly!

4- Remove all contents from the Decorative Gas Log shipping

3- Place the Lava Rock ( cinders ) around the burner assembly. ( SEE FIGURE 37 )

DO NOT place the cinders on the BURNER PAN; this will cause sooting!

DO NOT pack cinders around the valve. The valve will overheat! You must allow air flow around the valve.

Apply loose material, ( Embers & Lava Rock [ C inders ] ) per instruction manual. DO NOT apply extra material not supplied with

STOP!

Refer to the log set up instructions, packaged with your

Decorative Gas Logs, ( B ox Two ), OR the following before

continuing with “ FINAL SET UP “.

container. ( Box Two )

FIGURE 37

5- Check the contents of the shipping container against the shipping

and packing list, or the parts list in this manual. Report any

missing or damaged gas logs to your retailer. 6- Remove any and all protective wrapping from the gas logs. 7- Arrange the decorative gas logs, on the burner; placement of the

top accent logs is according to taste. 8- When you have completed setting up the logs, proceed to the

operation section, on page 14 for Match Throw Units, and page

15 for units with gas control valve.

OPERATION & LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS – MATCH THROW UNITS

FOR YOUR SAFETY – READ BEFORE LIGHTING

Natural Gas Match Throw Units, can be lit by long hearth match, hand fire starter, or book match clip extender, inserted near the center of the burner system.

1- STOP! Read all warnings and s afety information in this manual. 2- WARNING: BE SURE THAT THE CHIMNEY DAMPER IS

FULLY OPEN!

3- Make sure that the manual shut-off valve, next to the fireplace, is

in the OFF position.

4- Wait five ( 5 ) minutes to clear out any gas. If you smell gas,

STOP! Follow the safety instructions, “ WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS “, on the attached label, or on page one ( 1 ) of this manual. If you do not smell gas, continue with step five ( 5 ).

5- Place a burning, long hearth match, or hand fire starter, on top of

the glass, near t he center of the burner system. 6- Slowly, turn on the gas, at the manual shut-off valve, beside the

fireplace, in a counter-clockwise direction. Gas should ignite

within approximately five ( 5 ) s econds. Adjust burner flame by

opening or closing manual gas shut-off valve.

WARNING:

the manual shut-off valve, and wait five ( 5 ) minutes, before attempting to relight the appliance. If after repeated attempts, the appliance does not ignite, contact your installer, or the firegear Ser vice Center.

If ignition does not take place, TURN THE GAS OFF, at

OPERATION – UNITS WITH GAS CONTROL VALVE

FOR YOUR SAFETY – READ BEFORE LIGHTING

!!! WARNING !!!

Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician t o inspect the appliance, and replace any part of the control system and any gas c ontrol that has been under water.

All units with gas control valves, must be lit by a Safety Pilot. For standard units, pilot is located at the right, rear center of the unit. ( SEE FIGURE 4, 5, 24, & 25 )

Follow these instructions exactly when lighting the appliance. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell around the applianc e area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor, as LP gas is heavier than air and will settle to the floor. 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 qualified servic e technician or installer. Force or attempted repair, may result in a fire or explosion.

!!! WARNING !!!

All gas burning applianc es produce smoke and carbon monoxide gas during operation. These fumes c an be harmful if the appliance is used in any other than a fully vented fireplace.

!!! WARNING !!!

A fireplace screen must be in place when this applianc e is in operation. Unless other provisions for combustion air are provided, the screen shall have an opening(s) f or introduction of combustion air.

!!! WARNING !!!

When this decorative gas appliance is used in a fireplace equipped with a combustion air kit and glass doors, the glass doors should remain open during log set operation. This will maximize the radiant heat provided to the surrounding area, and minimize overheating of any valve installation. The glass doors may be closed when the log set is not in use.

PILOT

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

FIGURE 39

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

UNITS WITH SAFETY PILOT

1- STOP! Read all warnings and s afety information in this manual. 2- WARNING: BE SURE THAT THE CHIMNEY DAMPER IS

FULLY OPEN!

3- Push in the gas control knob slightly, and tur n it in a clockwise

direction to the OFF position. DO NOT FORCE! NEVER USE

ANY TOOL, TO ROTATE THE GAS CONTROL KNOB! If gas

control knob will not rot ate, contact your installer or the firegear

Service Center. ( SEE FIGURE 39 & 40 )

LIGHTING THE PILOT

FIGURE 38 – PILOT ASSEMBLY – ANGLE VIEW

4- Slowly, turn on the gas, at the manual shut-off valve, beside the

fireplace. 5- STOP! WAIT FIVE ( 5 ) MINUTES! 6- If you smell gas, STOP! 7- Turn off the gas at the manual shut-off valve, and recheck all gas

connections for leaks. D o not continue until all leaks are

corrected. Once you are assured that there are no leaks, proceed

with step eight ( 8 ). 8- Locate the pilot; for standard units, pilot is located at the right,

rear center of the unit. ( SEE FIGU RE 4, 5, 24, 25, & 38 )

FIGURE 40

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

UNITS WITH SAFETY PILOT continued

PILOT FLAME ADJUSTMENT

PILOT FLAME

MUST SURROUND

THERMOC OUPL E

TIP AS SHOWN

PILOT FLAME

THERMOC OUPL E

FIGURE 41

9- While holding a burning, long hearth match or hand fire starter,

near the pilot head, depress the gas contr ol knob all the way down, and turn the knob in a counter-clockwise direction, to the pilot position. Continue to hold the gas control knob down for approximately one ( 1 ) minute, after the pilot is lit.

10- Pilot should remain lit, and control knob should pop back out

when released. If not, repeat the aforementioned steps. If pilot ignition does not take place, contact your installer or the firegear Ser vic e C enter .

LIGHTING THE BURNER SYSTEM

11- To manually light the burner system, gently press and turn the

gas control knob, in a counter-clockwise direction, to the “ FULL ON “ position. Gas should ignite within approximately five ( 5 ) seconds. Adjust burner flame by opening or closing manual gas shut-off valve.

FOR UNITS WITH REMOTE SYSTEMS

See the instr uctions that are packaged with the remote, and/or instructions on Page 11, of this manual.

WARNING:

If ignition does not take place, TURN THE GAS OFF, at

FIGURE 42

The pilot flame should be a soft blue in c olor, and should surround the last 1/2” of the thermocouple tip. The pilot adjustment screw is located on the valve, just to the right of the control knob. ( SEE FIGURE 39 )

If the pilot flame must be adjusted, use a standard slotted screwdriver to turn t he screw clockwise to reduce the flame, or counter-clockwise to increase the flame. ( SEE FIGURE 39 & 42 )

CURING REFRACTORY GAS LOGS

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

The hard refractory gas logs, provided with this decorative gas log set, require curing the first time that they ar e put into operation. You must follow the instructions given f or curing the logs, to avoid cracking the logs with continued use.

After the initial lighting of the burner s ystem, adjust the flame to about two ( 2” ) inches. Allow the flame to burn for thirty ( 30 ) minutes at this setting. Raise the flame an additional two ( 2” ) inches, and allow the flame to burn for another thirty ( 30 ) minutes. Continue this procedure, at thirty ( 30 ) minut e intervals for a total of three ( 3 ) hours.

MAINTENANCE & SERVICE

Your firegear Decorative Gas Log S et should be thoroughly inspected on a regular basis, at least once a year, by a qualified installer.

At the beginning of each heating s eason, the system should be checked as follows:

1- Check the chimney flue or vent pipe to make sure that the flue is

drawing properly, and that any vent pipe connections are tight. 2- Check to see that there are no blockages at the chimney or vent

termination. 3- Check for creosote, or soot build up in chimney or vents, and

clean if necess ary. 4- Pilot and burners should be inspected annually, at the beginning

of each heating s eason.

The burner system has been adjust ed for proper operation at the factory. No adjustment is necess ary, other than altitude de-rate, or pilot flame.

NEVER

ADJUSTMENTS

enlarge valve orifices or burner ports.

FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES DECORATIVE GAS LOG HEARTH KIT PARTS LIST

Attention: When ordering Parts, it is important that you have the correct part number and description.

PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

BA21MT/A ADVANTAGE 21’ BURNER – BASIC ASSEMBLY BA24MT/A ADVANTAGE 24’ BURNER – BASIC ASSEMBLY BA30MT/A ADVANTAGE 30’ BURNER – BASIC ASSEMBLY BA36MT/A ADVANTAGE 36’ BURNER – BASIC ASSEMBLY BA42MT/A ADVANTAGE 42’ BURNER – BASIC ASSEMBLY 49-38-38FL/T ORIFICE MOUNT – BR ASS ELBOW – 3/8 MALE X 3/8 MALE FLARE – ½ 20 INTERNAL TAP ADV-GLASS/2 GLASS MED IUM – 21” UN ITS ADV-GLASS/25 GLASS MED IUM – 24” UN ITS ADV-GLASS/35 GLASS MED IUM – 30’ UNITS ADV-GLASS/425 GLASS MED IUM – 36” UN ITS ADV-GLASS/5 GLASS MED IUM – 42” UN ITS DC-1 DAMPER CLAMP DRC-L DRAFTING CLIP – LEFT DRC-R DRAFTING CLIP – RIGHT AEK-21 EMBER BURN ER KIT – 21” UNITS AEK-24 EMBER BURN ER KIT – 24” UNITS AEK-30 EMBER BURN ER KIT – 30” UNITS AEK-36 EMBER BURN ER KIT – 36” UNITS AEK-42 EMBER BURN ER KIT – 42” UNITS EB-21 21” EMBER BURNER PNE-21 21” EMBER PAN COMP-38/38 3/8” COMPRESSION FITTING EB-24 24” EMBER BURNER PNE-24 24” EMBER PAN EB-30 30” EMBER BURNER PNE-30 30” EMBER PAN EB-36 36” EMBER BURNER PNE-36 36” EMBER PAN EB-42 42” EMBER BURNER PNE-42 42” EMBER PAN FG-SPK/ADV2124 NATURAL GAS VALVE KIT – 21/24 UNITS FG-LPC/ADV2124 LIQUID PRO PANE CHANGE KIT – 21/24 UNITS FG-LPC/ADV30 LIQUID PROPANE CHANGE KIT – 30 UNITS FG-LPC/ADV36/42 LIQUID PRO PANE CHANGE KIT – 36/42 UNITS SV-1000 AMERICAN FLAME VENTED SAFETY VALVE – NO SOLENOID AF-1000S AMERICAN FLAME SOLENOID SPI-E61/N WHITE ROGERS E61 SAF ETY PILOT – NATURAL GAS SPI-E61/P WHITE ROGERS E61 SAF ETY PILOT – LIQUID PROPANE AMOR-35 LIQUID PROPANE AIR MIX ORIFICE - #35 – 21 /24” UNITS AMOR-31 LIQUID PROPANE AIR MIX ORIFICE - #31 – 30” UNITS AMOR-29 LIQUID PROPANE AIR MIX ORIFICE - #29 – 36 /42 UNITS 50-38-38FL BRASS ELBOW – 3/8 FEMALE NPT X 3/8 MALE FLARE SPMB-SPK SAFETY PILOT MOUNTING BRACKET SVHS-V SAFETY VALVE MOUNTING BRACKET FOR SV-1000 VALVE SOS-114 STEEL STAND OFF SPACER – 1” X 1/4" I.D. FG-LT2 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL – ON / OFF FG-LMF/ M OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL – ON / OFF – VARIABLE FLAME FG-WS-LT OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL – ON / OFF WALL SWITCH FG-WWS-LT OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL – ON / OFF WIRELESS WALL SWITCH FG-WWT-LT OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL – ON / OFF – WIRELESS W ALL TIMER 10ANW-5858-12 GAS LINE – ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES – 12” STEEL FLEX – 3/8 FL ARE – 21/24 UNITS WITH VALVE 10ANW-5858-18 GAS LINE – ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES – 18” STEEL FLEX – 3/8 FL ARE – 30/36 UNITS WITH VALVE 10ANW-5858-24 GAS LINE – ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES – 24” STEEL FLEX – 3/8 FL ARE – 24 UNITS WITH VALVE 50-12-38FL STUB FITTING – BRASS ELBOW – 1/2 NPT F X 3/8 M FLARE IM-ADV INSTRUCTION MANUAL – ADVANTAGE BURNER SER IES FG-EMBER ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES – EMBERS – ROCK W OOL – VERMICULITE MIX FG-LAVA/34 ADVANT AGE BURNER SERIES – LAVA ROC K SBP-38/HEX STEEL BURNER PLUG – 3/8 MALE NPT WC-FG WARRANTY CARD – FIREGEAR

TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS – CALL 1- 888-220-4333

DO NOT order bolts, scr ews, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items, and can be purchased at any local hardwar e store.

firegear LLC

Attention: Customer Service Department 38236 Abruzzi Dr. Westland, MI 48185 Telephone: 734-595-3550 Fax: 734-595-3512

FIREGEAR HEARTH KIT ACCESSORIES

FIREGEAR WALL MOUNT REMOTE SYSTEMS

SVE-AF – SAFETY VALVE KNOB EXTENSION

FIREGEAR HAND HELD REMOTE SYSTEMS

FG-LT2 – HAND HELD ON/OFF REMOTE

FG-WS-LT – WIRED WALL SWITCH

FG-WWS-LT – WIRELESS WALL SWITCH

FG-LMF-M – HAND HELD ON/OFF

VARIABLE FLAME REMOTE

FG-WWT-LT – WIRELESS WALL TIMER

FIREGEAR ADVANTAGE BURNER SERIES DECORATIVE GAS

LOG HEARTH KIT TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM OBSERVED POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE

Gas odor during set up Gas leak See " W hat to do if you smell gas " page 1

Gas odor before first ignition

Pilot will not ignite, or will not stay lit No gas to pilot Thermocouple not hot Improper pilot flame adjustment Loose connections on thermocouple Faulty pilot or thermocouple Faulty Valve

Delayed ignition Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure

Burner does not light but pilot remains on Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure

Burner lights but does not stay lit Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure while pilot remains on

Burner & pilot light but will not stay on Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure Not enough fresh air for pilot Open door or window - ventilate

Incorrect burner flame Incorrect gas supply or pressure Check gas supply pressure

Backfire of burner Blocked orifice Check orifice opening

Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure

Appliance produces unwanted odors Vapors from paint, hair spray, glues, etc Ventilate room Initial burn off of manufacturing chem icals Ventilate room

Logs appear to sm oke Vapors from manufacturing chemicals Ventilate room Logs curing See curing of Refractory Logs

Whistle noise from appliance Air in gas line Bleed lines Control knob not in fully open position Open control knob to full open Spiral gas fl ex line Replace gas feed line

Clogged or dirt y burner ports Clean burner ports Blocked orifice Check orifice opening

Clogged or dirt y burner ports Clean burner ports

Blocked orifice Check orifice opening Clogged or dirt y burner ports Clean burner ports

High altitude Adjust orifice size for altitude

Clogged or dirt y burner ports Clean burner ports

Gas leak

Faulty Valve

Faulty pilot or thermocouple Faulty Valve

Faulty Valve Faulty pilot or thermocouple

Remote control overheating Remote control batteries failing

Faulty Valve

Check all gas connections

See " What to do if you smell gas " page 1 Check all gas connections Make sure gas is on, in pilot position Depress valve knob for at least 1 minute See Pilot Characteristics - adjust flame Check gas connections Replace Safety Pilot Replace Valve

Replace Valve

Replace Safety Pilot Replace Valve

Replace Valve Replace Safety Pilot

Move away from flame Replace batteries

Replace Valve

LIMITED WARRANTY

firegear hereby warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this firegear Decorative Gas Log Set, that it will be free from defects in

material and workmanship from the date of purchase as f ollows:

Grate/Burner Assembly Limited Lifetime

Burner Tube Limited Lifetime

All other parts ( safety pilots, valves, etc ), are warranted by the original manufacturer, when assembled and operated in accordance with the accompanying printed instructions.

firegear may require reasonable proof of your date of purchase. YOU SHOULD RETAIN YOUR SALES SLIP OR INVOICE AND RETURN THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD WITHIN 10 DAYS OF PURCHASE.

This Limited Warranty shall be valid and limited to, the original purchaser only, within the confines of the original site installation.

WARNING:

the warranty!

This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair and/ or replacement of parts that prove defective under normal use and service and which on examination shall indicate, to firegear’s satisfaction, that they are defective. Before returning any parts, contact firegear Customer Service Center. If firegear confirms the defect and approves the claim, firegear will replace such parts without charge. If you are required to return defective parts, transportation charges must be prepaid. firegear will return parts to the purchaser, freight or postage prepaid.

This Limited Warranty does not c over any failures or operating difficulties due to accident, abuse, misuse, alteration, misapplication, vandalism, improper inst allation or impr oper maintenance or service, or failure to perform normal and routine maintenance. Deterioration, discoloration due to heat, or damage due to severe weather conditions such as hail, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, discolor ation due to exposure to chemic als ( including salt ), either directly or in the atmosphere, or very high humidity, is not covered by this Limited Warrant y.

Any modific ation to this appliance or its controls will void

There are no other express warranties except as set forth herein and any applicable implied warranties of merchantability and fitness are limited in duration to the period of coverage of this express written Limited Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you.

firegear is not liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages. firegear’s liability is limited to the purchase pric e of this firegear Decorative Gas Log Set. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or c onsequential damages, so this limitation or exclus ion may not apply to you. firegear does not authorize any person or company to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale, installation, use, removal, return, or replacement of its equipment; and no such representations are binding on firegear.

This Warranty applies only to products sold at retail and manuf actured by:

firegear, LLC

P.O. Box 871250 Canton, MI 48187

888-220-4333 888-431-0585 fax

website – www.firegearusa.com

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