Firegear BFI18-SSMN, BFI30-SSMT, BFI24-SSMT, BFI24-SSMN, BFI30-SSMN Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS

FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND DECORATIVE

HEARTH SYSTEM – MATCH THROW,

MANUAL & ON / OFF REMOTE

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 HEARTH SYSTEM. Your
Decorative Hearth System, is designed, and intended, for
installation in an existing approved, fully vented, wood-burning
fireplace, which includes gas hook-up. Gas Control Valve units
may be fueled by – Natural Gas only!

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.
.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

Read these instructions carefully before installing or operating
this gas appliance. These instructions should be left with the
homeowner for future reference.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual 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.

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 CONTROLS 7
FINAL SET UP 9
OPERATION 10
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 11
MAINTENANCE 12
PARTS LISTING 13
ACCESSORIES 14
TROUBLE SHOOTING 15
WARRANTY 16

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.

!!! 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.

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

FIHS –1.0

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FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND DECORATIVE

HEARTH SYSTEM MODELS – MATCH

THROW, MANUAL & ON / OFF REMOTES

SAFETY INFORMATION

< WARNING: Follow all gas leak check procedures in this

manual, prior to operation.

MODEL DESCRIPTION

BFI18-SSMT/N 18” Match Throw - Natural Gas Only
BFI24-SSMT/N 24” Match Throw - Natural Gas Only
BFI30-SSMT/N 30” Match Throw - Natural Gas Only

Above models DO NOT include glass medium or black sand
DFI18-SSMT/N 18” Match Throw - Natural Gas Only

DFI24-SSMT/N 24” Match Throw - Natural Gas Only
DFI30-SSMT/N 30” Match Throw - Natural Gas Only

Above models include glass medium and black sand
In areas that require the use of valve and safety pilot, use the

FIREGEAR SAFETY PILOT ACCESSORY KIT – FG-AF-LMF.

!!! WARNING !!!

ALL MATCH THROW UNITS ARE TO BE USED WITH
NATURAL GAS ONLY. DO NOT USE LIQUID PROPANE,
OR ANY OTHER PROPELLANT, IN ANY MATCH THROW
UNIT.

SHIPPING AND PACKING LIST

Your FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND DECORATIVE HEARTH
SYSTEM comes assembled, ready for the gas connection, with
the exception of glass medium.

SHIPPING CARTONS CONTAIN:
Box One: BFI Series Hearth Kit

1- Burner Assembly – Match Throw only
1- Damper Clamp Assembly
1- Gas Line
1- Fireplace Stub Fitting
1- Manual Pack with Warranty Card

Box One: DFI Series Hearth System

1- Burner Assembly – Match Throw only
1- Damper Clamp Assembly
1- Gas Line
1- Fireplace Stub Fitting
1- Bag(s) – Black Sand Surround Medium
1- Bag(s) – Glass Medium
1- Manual Pack with Warranty Card

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
( included on some models )

1- Bag(s) of Various Colored Glass Medium
1- Bag(s) of Colored Sand Surround Medium
1- FG-AF-LMF – Valve & Safety Pilot Kit
1- Remote Control or Thermo Remote Control

SEE ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE STARTING ON PAGE 14.

< WARNING: Fuels used in gas or oil – fired 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.

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

at the gas supply.

< DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISCONNECT THE GAS OR ANY

GAS FITTING WHILE THIS APPLIANCE IS IN
OPERATION.

< NEVER leave this decorative gas appliance unattended

while in operation.

< NEVER allow children to operate this decorative gas

appliance.

< NEVER place hands or fingers on the front edge of this

decorative gas appliance.
< NEVER use liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit.
< DO NOT use solid-fuel or lighter fluid in any decorative gas

appliance.

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

During manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping, various components
of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films, or bonding agents.
These chemicals ARE NOT harmful, but may produce annoyingsmoke
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 ( 3 ) to four ( 4 ) 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.

!!! WARNING !!!

DO NOT USE SAND OR ANY OTHER GRANULAR
MATERIAL AS A BURNER MEDIUM! USE ONLY THE
PROPER GLASS MEDIUM, EITHER PROVIDED, OR AS AN
APPROVED ACCESSORY. SAND IS TO BE USED AS A
DECORATIVE BURNER SURROUND ONLY!

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.

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SAFETY INFORMATION continued

FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND HEARTH SYSTEM

SPECIFICATIONS

with VALVE & SAFETY PILOT

18” HEARTH SYSTEMS – VALVE & SAFETY PILOT
NATURAL GAS - RATED PRESSURE - 7.0” W.C.

MINIMUM GAS MAXIMUM GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

7.0” W.C. 10.5” W.C. #23 65000

24” & 30” HEARTH SYSTEMS – VALVE & SAFETY PILOT

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

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 Hearth System
Specifications on page 3.

!!! WARNING !!!

The State of Massachusetts requires that the chimney flue
damper, when used with decorative gas appliances, 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 information manual, provided
with this appliance. Installation and service, must be
performed, by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.

FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND HEARTH SYSTEM

SPECIFICATIONS – MATCH THROW

18” HEARTH SYSTEMS – MATCH THROW

MINIMUM GAS MAXIMUM GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

7.0” W.C. 10.5” W.C. #13 75000

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..

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

BURNER FRONT DEPTH HEIGHT MINIMUM

SET WIDTH IN IN IN VENT IN

SIZE INCHES INCHES INCHES SQ INCHES

18” 28” 14” 18” 56.6 sq. in.
24" 34" 14" 18" 71.4 sq. in.
30" 40" 14" 18" 71.4 sq. in.

MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES

Chimney Height minimum of 15 feet

BURNER FRONT DEPTH HEIGHT MINIMUM

SET WIDTH IN IN IN VENT IN

SIZE INCHES INCHES INCHES SQ INCHES

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

MINIMUM GAS MAXIMUM GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

7.0” W.C. 10.5” W.C. #23 75000

24” & 30” HEARTH SYSTEMS – MATCH THROW
NATURAL GAS - RATED PRESSURE - 7.0” W.C.

MINIMUM GAS MAXIMUM GAS ORIFICE BTU/HR

PRESSURE PRESSURE SIZE INLET

7.0” W.C. 10.5” W.C. #13 90000

18” 36” 14” 18” 32.2 sq. in.
24” 42" 14" 18" 45.4 sq. in.
30” 48" 14" 18" 45.4 sq. in.

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INSTALLATION

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

LOCATION

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

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

Before installing this appliance, have the fireplace and
chimney, professionally cleaned, to remove any ashes, soot,
creosote, or other obstructions. Perform this cleaning
annually, after installation.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on the
floor or wall of the fireplace. If this is not performed, drafting
may cause pilot outage or sooting. Use a heat-resistant
sealant; DO NOT seal the chimney flue damper.

!!! WARNING !!!

Gas supply system must be installed in accordance 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.

FIGURE 2 – FIRE ISLAND BURNER PAN – MATCH THROW – FRONT ANGLE VIEW

FIGURE 3 – FIRE ISLAND BURNER PAN – WITH GAS CONTROL VALVE

WHEN INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE, DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR.

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SET UP AND ASSEMBLY

Your FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND DECORATIVE HEARTH SYSTEM
comes assembled, ready for the gas connection, with the exception of
glass medium.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

BEFORE YOU BEGIN – Audit the gas pressure, at the fireplace stub,
to insure proper, 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 Hearth Systems are shipped with the appropriate gas
connections. If you have purchased 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.

TOOLS THAT YOU WILL NEED

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

3/4" ( for gas fittings )
2- Adjustable Pipe Wrenches
1- 3/8” Nut Driver or socket ( for damper clamp )
1- #2 Phillips Screw Driver ( for pilot mounting )

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! Gas lines are easily kinked if bent too sharply.

3- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a clockwise 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! Makesure all gas connections are snug, but DO NOT
over tighten!

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

watch for bubbles. If bubbles are seen, turn off the gas supply;
retighten the connections, and CHECK AGAIN! DO NOT use a
lighted match or other source of ignition to check for leaks.
Repeat this procedure until you are sure that there are no leaks.

7- Proceed to “FINAL SET UP” on page 9.

FOR VALVE / PILOT INSTALLATIONS

IT WILL BE EASIER TO ASSEMBLE 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:

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

clockwise direction, tighten the damper clamp bolt until the clamp
is secure. 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 )

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 threads, on the gas stub, using either, a wire brush

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

NOTE: All gas connections ( except for brass to brass ) require
Teflon tape or pipe dope.

FOR MATCH THROW INSTALLATIONS

1- Place the FIRE ISLAND BURNER into the fireplace ( unit is

packaged as a match-throw, single burner assembly; valve, pilot,
and gas train must be assembled ). The unit should be centered
from both side to side, and front to back. The unit is shipped,
ready for side gas connection only. ( SEE FIGURE 2, & 3 )

FIGURE 4 – FG-LMF VALVE / PILOT ASSEMBLY PARTS

FIGURE 5 – REAR VIEW ASSEMBLY

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FOR VALVE - PILOT INSTALLATIONS continued

FIGURE 6 – FRONT VIEW ASSEMBLY

1- Assemble the Valve / Pilot Kit. ( SEE FIGURE 4, 5, & 6 )
2- Using a #2 Phillips Screw Driver, remove the #2 Phillips 3/8 #10

sheet metal screw from the pilot mounting bracket hole, located
on the rim, on the gas feed side of the appliance.

( SEE FIGURE 7 )

3- Using a #2 Phillips Screw Driver, and the screw that you have

just removed, mount the pilot to the rim of the burner pan.
( SEE FIGURE 8 )

4- Attach the 3/8” stainless steel flex line from the valve to the

burner. ( SEE FIGURE 9 )

5- Go to Step 1, “INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE INTO THE

FIREPLACE”, on page 6.

FIGURE 9 – VALVE GAS TRAIN – REAR VIEW

INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE INTO THE FIREPLACE

1- Place the FIRE ISLAND BURNER into the fireplace ( unit is

packaged as a match-throw, single burner assembly; valve, pilot,
and gas train must be assembled ). The unit should be centered
from both side to side, and front to back.
( SEE FIGURE 2, 3, 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.

FIGURE 7 – PILOT MOUNTING SCREW LOCATION

FIGURE 8 – PILOT MOUNTED ON PAN

!!! WARNING !!!

DO NOT USE SAND OR ANY OTHER GRANULAR MATERIAL AS A
BURNER MEDIUM! USE ONLY THE PROPER GLASS MEDIUM,
EITHER PROVIDED, OR AS AN APPROVED ACCESSORY. SAND
IS TO BE USED AS A DECORATIVE BURNER SURROUND ONLY!

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

3- Using an adjustable wrench, and turning in a clockwise 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 valve assembly. ( One wrench on the gas line fitting, and
one wrench on the brass fitting on the valve assembly )

BE CAREFUL! Makesure all gas connections 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, before
attempting any installation of glass medium.

For Match Throw Units, this is not necessary; once you have
completed Step 7 & 8 below, you may proceed to “Final Set
Up” on page 9.

FOR UNITS WITH GAS CONTROL VALVES, see “UNITS WITH

REMOTE SYSTEMS” section, on page 7 and “LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS WITH SAFETY PILOT” on page 11.

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 connections, and CHECK AGAIN! DO NOT use a
lighted match or other source of ignition to check for leaks.
Repeat this procedure until you are sure that there are no leaks in
the gas connections.

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

may proceed to the “ FINAL SET UP “ section, on page 9.

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FOR UNITS WITH REMOTE SYSTEMS

Black Wire

Red Wire

All Firegear burner systems are 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 disconnection when servicing controls.Wiring
errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper
operation after servicing.

All Firegear Vented Burner Systems use:
1- The American Flame, AF-1000 Series Valves ( AF-1010 shown

here with remote solenoid shown separately in diagram ). All
systems use a safety pilot, with a thermocouple.
( SEE FIGURE 10 & 11 )

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

systems:
A- FG-LT2 On/off hand held remote

B- FG-WS-LT Wall switch – hard wired remote
C- FG-WWS-LT Wall switch – wireless remote
D- FG-WWT-LT Wall 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 remote systems.

CONNECTING THE RECEIVER TO THE VALVE

Remote
Solenoid

FIGURE 10

¼” Male
Terminal

¼” Male
Terminal

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 13 & 14.

FOR WALL SWITCH TRANSMITTER, REMOTE RECEIVERS, SEE
FIGURE 16 & 17.

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 connected to the valve solenoid wires,

make sure the receiver shield is located over the receiver, and
then locate the receiver in an area that will not exceed the 130° F,
preferably outside the firebox, on the fireplace hearth.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Operation of these controls is dependent upon
which wire is attached to which terminal. If operation does not
correspond to operating buttons on the transmitter, reverse the wire
installation at the receiver, or at the transmitter. ( SEE FIGURE 13, 14,
16, & 17 )

On / Off
Remote
Plug-In
Receptacle
for Solenoid

Gas / Pilot
Control Knob

Knob
Position
Indicator

FIGURE 11

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

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HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER

WALL MOUNT REMOTE RECEIVER

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

FIGURE 12– HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER – FRONT VIEW

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

FIGURE 15 – WALL MOUNT & VARIABLE FLAME

REMOTE RECEIVER - FRONT VIEW

FIGURE 13 – HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER – REAR VIEW

CODE SWITCHES

FIGURE 14 – HAND HELD REMOTE RECEIVER - TOP VIEW

IMPORTANT

TERMINAL BLOCK CONNECTIONS, FOR HAND HELD

TRANSMITTER, REMOTE RECEIVERS, USE THE OUTSIDE

TERMINAL BLOCK RECEPTACLES. ( SEE FIGURE 13 & 14 )

FIGURE 16 – WALL MOUNT & VARIABLE FLAME

REMOTE RECEIVER - REAR VIEW

FIGURE 17 – 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 16 & 17 )

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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 proper glass medium over the entire burner, filling the burner pan. The glass medium should follow the slope of the

burner pan, covering the burner completely. ( SEE FIGURE 18 )

Cover the pilot and valve assembly, at the side of the burner,
to protect it, before installing glass medium.

!!! IMPORTANT !!!

FIGURE 18

2- Pour the decorative sand around the burner. DO NOT pour the decorative sand on the burner itself! ( SEE FIGURE 19 )

FIGURE 19

WARNING: DO NOT apply extra material not supplied or approved with this appliance.
CAUTION: DO NOT place glass medium, directly in the area of the safety pilot assembly!
WARNING: DO NOT place decorative sand around the valve. The valve will overheat! You must allow air flow around the valve.

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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 safety 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 ).

OPERATION – UNITS WITH GAS CONTROL VALVE

FOR YOUR SAFETY – READ BEFORE LIGHTING

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

top of the sand, near the 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 ) seconds.
Adjust burner flame by opening or closing manual gas
shut-off valve.

WARNING: If ignition does not take place, TURN THE GAS
OFF, at 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 Service Center.

FIGURE 20 – FIRE ISLAND BURNER PAN WITH VALVE – FRONT VIEW

!!! WARNING !!!

Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified 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, pilot is located at the rear, right-hand side
of the unit. ( SEE FIGURE 20 & 21 )

Follow these instructions exactly when lighting the appliance.
BEFORE LIGHTING, smell around the appliance 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 service technician or
installer. Force or attempted repair, may result in a fire or
explosion.

!!! 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
fireplace.

!!! WARNING !!!

A fireplace 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.

!!! 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 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 appliance is not in use.

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OPERATION – UNITS WITH

PILOT

GAS CONTROL VALVE continued

FIGURE 21 – PILOT ASSEMBLY

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

UNITS WITH SAFETY PILOT

1- STOP! Read all warnings and safety information in this

manual.

2- WARNING: BE SURE THAT THE CHIMNEY DAMPER

IS FULLY OPEN!

LIGHTING THE PILOT

3- Push in the gas control knob slightly, and turn 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 rotate,
contact your installer or the firegear Service Center.
( SEE FIGURE 22 & 23 )

FIGURE 23

FIGURE 22

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

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. Do 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. Pilot is located at the rear, right-hand

side of the unit.

( SEE FIGURE 20 & 21 )

FIGURE 24

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

starter, near the pilot head, depress the gas control 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 Service Center.

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LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

PILOT FLAME

UNITS WITH SAFETY PILOT continued

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 instructions that are packaged with the remote, and/or
instructions on Page 7, of this manual.

WARNING: If ignition does not take place, TURN THE GAS
OFF, at 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 Service Center.

PILOT FLAME ADJUSTMENT

MAINTENANCE & SERVICE

Your firegear FIRE ISLAND HEARTH SYSTEM should be
thoroughly inspected on a regular basis, at least once a year,
by a qualified installer.

At the beginning of each heating season, 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 necessary.
4- Pilot and burners should be inspected annually, at the

beginning of each heating season.

ADJUSTMENTS

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

PILOT FLAME

MUST SURROUND

THERMOCOUPLE

TIP AS SHOWN

THERMOCOUPLE

FIGURE 25

The pilot flame should be a soft blue in color, 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 22 )

If the pilot flame must be adjusted, use a standard slotted
screwdriver to turn the screw clockwise to reduce the flame, or
counter-clockwise to increase the flame.
( SEE FIGURE 22 & 25 )

NEVER enlarge valve orifices or burner ports.

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FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND SERIES DECORATIVE HEARTH KIT PARTS LIST

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

PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

FIPN1812SS 18” FIRE ISLAND PAN ONLY – STAINLESS STEEL
FIPN2412SS 24” FIRE ISLAND PAN ONLY – STAINLESS STEEL
FIPN3012SS 30” FIRE ISLAND PAN ONLY – STAINLESS STEEL
49-38-38FL/T ORIFICEMOUNT – BRASS ELBOW – 3/8 MALE X 3/8 MALE FLARE – ½ 20 INTERNAL TAP
DC-1 DAMPER CLAMP
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 WALL TIMER
GL-REV/12 GAS LINE – FIRE ISLAND – 12” STAINLESS STEEL FLEX – 3/8 FLARE
50-12-38FL STUB FITTING – BRASS ELBOW – 1/2 NPT F X 3/8 M FLARE
IM-FIHS INSTRUCTION MANUAL – FIRE ISLAND SERIES
FG-SAND/B OPTIONAL FIRE ISLAND SERIES – BLACK SAND
LG-H210 OPTIONAL FIRE ISLAND SERIES – CLEAR GLASS
OR-F/23 ORIFICE – FLAT FACE TYPE – MANUAL VALVE – NATURAL GAS – 18” SYSTEMS
OR-F/13 ORIFICE – FLAT FACE TYPE – MANUAL VALVE – NATURAL GAS – 24” & 30” SYSTEMS
WC-FG WARRANTY CARD – FIREGEAR
FG-AF-LMF AMERICAN FLAME ACCESSORY VALVE KIT – INSTALLER USE – SEE PART LIST
OPTIONAL COLORED GLASS VARIOUS COLORS AVAILABLE

TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

Appliance/Heater Model Number
Type of Gas: NG ______ LP ______

Part Description

Part Number
DO NOT order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items, and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Shipments are

contingent upon strikes, fires, and any circumstance, beyond the control of firegear.

firegear LLC

Attention: Customer Service Department
38236 Abruzzi Dr.
Westland, MI 48185
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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FIREGEAR HEARTH KIT ACCESSORIES

SVE-AF – SAFETY VALVE KNOB EXTENSION

FIREGEAR HAND HELD REMOTE SYSTEMS

FIREGEAR WALL MOUNT REMOTE SYSTEMS

FG-WS-LT – WIRED WALL SWITCH

FG-LT2 – HAND HELD ON/OFF REMOTE

FG-LMF-M – HAND HELD ON/OFF

VARIABLE FLAME REMOTE

FG-WWS-LT – WIRELESS WALL SWITCH

FG-WWT-LT – WIRELESS WALL TIMER

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FIREGEAR FIRE ISLAND SERIES

DECORATIVE HEARTH KIT TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM OBSERVED POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE

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

Gas odor before first ignition Gas leak See " What to do if you smell gas " page 1

Pilot will not ignite, or will not stay lit No gas to pilot

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

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

Thermocouple not hot
Improper pilot flame adjustment
Loose connections on thermocouple
Faulty pilot or thermocouple
Faulty Valve

Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports
Blocked orifice Check orifice opening
Faulty Valve

Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports
Blocked orifice Check orifice opening
Faulty pilot or thermocouple
Faulty Valve

Faulty Valve
Faulty pilot or thermocouple
Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports

Not enough fresh air for pilot Open door or window - ventilate
Faulty Valve
Faulty pilot or thermocouple

Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports
Remote control overheating
Remote control batteries failing

Blocked orifice Check orifice opening
Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports
Faulty Valve
High altitude Adjust orifice size for altitude

Check all gas connections

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

Replace Valve
Replace Safety Pilot

Move away from flame
Replace batteries

Replace Valve

Backfire of burner Blocked orifice Check orifice opening

Appliance produces unwanted odors Vapors from paint, hair spray, glues, etc Ventilate room

Logs appear to smoke Vapors from manufacturing chemicals Ventilate room

Whistle noise from appliance Air in gas line Bleed lines

Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports
Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure

Initial burn off of manufacturing chemicals Ventilate room

Logs curing See curing of Refractory Logs

Control knob not in fully open position Open control knob to full open
Spiral gas flex line Replace gas feed line

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LIMITED WARRANTY

firegear hereby warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this
firegear Decorative Hearth System, that it will be free from defects in

material and workmanship from the date of purchase as follows:

firegear is not liable for any special, indirect or consequential
damages. firegear’s liability is limited to the purchase price of this
firegear Decorative Hearth System. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this
limitation or exclusion 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 manufactured
by:

firegear, LLC

38236 Abruzzi Dr.
Westland, MI 48185

734-595-3550
734-595-3512 fax

Burner Pan 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: Any modification to this appliance or its controls will void

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. Iffiregear 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 cover any failures or operating
difficulties due to accident, abuse, misuse, alteration, misapplication,
vandalism, improper installation or improper 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,
discoloration due to exposure to chemicals ( including salt ), either
directly or in the atmosphere, or very high humidity, is not covered by
this Limited Warranty.

website – www.firegearusa.com

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.

FIHS – 1.0