INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR VENT-FREE
OR VENTED INSTALLATIONS
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket
permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases.
WARNINGS
UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR
VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
MODELS
PF-BA20LRR PF-BA24NRR PF-BA24LRR
PF-BA20NRR PF-BA30NRR PF-BA30LRR
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to page 6.
WARNING: 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.
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.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other flamma-
ble 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
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED
ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An
unvented room heater produces approximately on
(1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU’s
(.3KW’s) of gas input per hour.
MANUFACTURED BY:
4301 WESTGROVE DRIVE
ADDISON, TX 75001
INSTALLER/CONSUMER – RETAIN THIS APPLIANCE
MANUAL WITH THE INSTALLED APPLIANCE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Combustion and Ventilation Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Combustible Material. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fireplace Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing as a Vented Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before You Fully Install . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Gas Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Placement of Glowing Embers and Lava Rock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operation / Flame Appearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PF-BARR Lighting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Pilot Flame Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cleaning and Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Parts View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than
6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom.
• An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than
10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or
bathroom.
• Never burn solid fuels in a fireplace where a gas log set is
installed.
• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out
of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
• Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the
appliance.
• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high
surface temperature, and should stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
• Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in
the same room as the appliance.
• This unit complies with ANSI Z21.11.2 Unvented Heater and it
also complies with ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Vented Appliances
for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. State or local codes may only
allow operation of this appliance in a vented configuration.
Check your state or local codes.
• Correct installation of logs, proper location of the heater, and
annual cleaning are necessary to avoid potential problems
with sooting. Sooting, resulting from improper installation or
operation, can settle on surfaces outside the fireplace.
• Avoid any drafts that could alter burner flame patterns. Do not
allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Do not place a
blower inside burn box area of firebox. Ceiling fans may create
drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Sooting and improper
burning will occur as a result of drafts.
• WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace.
Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.
• WARNING: Do not us a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or
other accessory not approved for use with this heater.
Periodic examination and cleaning of the venting system of the
•
solid-fuel burning fireplace is required by a qualified agency.
• The installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA54.
• NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified
service person. The appliance should be inspected before use
and at least annually by a qualified service person. More
frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from
carpeting, bedding material, etc. Is is imperative that the control
compartment, burners, and circulating air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance
must be replaced prior to operating the appliance. Provide
adequate combustion and ventilation air.
• The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT be
obstructed.
• Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the
combustion chamber and adequate accessibility clearance for
servicing and proper operation. NEVER obstruct the front
opening of the appliance.
• An unvented room heater intended for installation in a solid-fuel
burning fireplace shall comply with the following instructions:
• A fireplace screen must be in place when the appliance is
operating and, unless other provisions for combustion air are
provided, the screen shall have an opening(s) for introduction of
combustion air.
• Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a masonry or UL 127 factorybuilt fireplace in which an unvented room heater is installed.
• Any glass doors shall be fully opened when the appliance is in
operation.
• Any outside air ducts and/or ash dumps in the fireplace shall be
permanently closed at time of appliance installation.
• WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of the
burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage.
• WARNING: Before installing in a solid-fuel burning fireplace, the
chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote,
ashes, and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner.
WARNING
When used without adequate combustion and ventilation
air, heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless,
poisonous gas.
Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are made
for combustion and ventilation air. Consult the written instructions provided with the heater for information concerning
combustion and ventilation air. In the absence of instructions,
refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Section
5.3 or applicable local codes.
This heater is equipped with a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM
designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air is available.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM!
If heater shuts off, do not re-light until you provide fresh air. If
heater keeps shutting off, have it serviced. Keep burner and
control compartment clean.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with
headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these signs,
heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have
heater serviced.
Some people – pregnant women, persons with heart or lung
disease, anemia, those under the influence of alcohol, those at
high altitudes – are more affected by carbon monoxide than
others.
The pilot light safety system senses the depletion of oxygen at
its location. If this heater is installed in a structure having a high
vertical dimension, the possibility exists that the oxygen supply
at the high levels will be less than that at the heater. In this type
of application, a fan to circulate the structure air will minimize this
effect. The use of this fan will also improve the comfort level in
the structure. When a fan is used to circulate air, it should be
located so that the air flow is not directed at the burner.
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CAUTION
NOTE! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have
these signs, the heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have heater serviced. Some people –
pregnant women, persons with heart or lung disease, anemia, those under the influence of alcohol, those at high
altitudes – are more affected by carbon monoxide than others.
WARNING: ANY CHANGES TO THIS HEATER OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN VOID
WARRANTY.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the
appliance.
NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person well trained in the installation of such
appliances. You may need a building permit from your local Building Commissioner before installing this appliance.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the heater. Do
not burn with glass doors in a closed position.
WARNING: This appliance is for installation only in a solid fuel burning masonry or UL 127 factory built fireplace
or in a listed ventless firebox enclosure. It has been design certified for these installations. Exception: DO NOT
install this appliance in a factory built fireplace that includes instructions stating it has not been tested or should
not be used with unvented gas logs.
ACCESSORIES
For use with PF-BA RR models
RCAF-1 on/off remote control RCAF-1 TH thermostat remote control
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Max. BTU Min. BTU Gas Inlet Gas Inlet Regular
Model Gas Type Input/Hr. Input/Hr. Pressure Max. Pressure Min. Pressure
PF-BA20NRR Natural 26,000 19,400 10.5" W.C. 5.0" W.C. 3.2" W.C.
PF-BA20LRR Propane
PF-BA24NRR Natural 37,000 24,000 10.5" W.C. 5.0" W.C. 3.5" W.C.
PF-BA24LRR Propane 32,000 24,000 14.5" W.C. 11.0" W.C. 10.0" W.C.
PF-BA30NRR Natural 37,000 25,500 10.5" W.C. 5.0" W.C. 3" W.C.
PF-BA30LRR Propane 37,000 22,500 14.5" W.C. 11.0" W.C. 10.0" W.C.
23,000 18,250 14.5" W.C. 11.0" W.C. 10.0" W.C.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen)
from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided.
Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater.
They are not intended to be a primary heating appliance.
Water vapor produced by an unvented heater can create
moisture problems in a home when operated for
extended periods of time.
During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various
components of this appliance are treated with certain oils,
films, 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,
possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation. This
is a normal and temporary occurrence.
The initial break-in operation should last 2-3 hours with
the burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum
ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow odors to
dissipate. Any odors remaining after this initial break-in
period will be slight and will disappear with continued use.
This appliance must not be used with glass doors in the
closed position. This can lead to pilot outages and severe
sooting outside the fireplace.
Do not use this room heater if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the room heater, and replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been under
water.
Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization
equipment or accessories, and repair and servicing of
equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency
The term “qualified agency” means any individual, firm,
corporation, or company that either in person or through
a representative is engaged in and is responsible for
(a) the installation, testing, or replacement of gas piping
or (b) the connection, installation, testing, repair
servicing of equipment; that is experienced in such work;
that is familiar with all precautions required, and that
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 fitter in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-fired
supplemental room heaters shall provide to each
purchaser a copy of 527 CMR-30 upon sale of the
unit.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1*.
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 11 West
42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10018.
High Altitudes: Installations at altitudes of 2,000 feet
above sea level or greater may require modifications to
the gas log burner assembly. Call factory for more
information.
.
, or
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural or
propane) gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An
unvented room heater produces approximately one (1)
ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU’s (.3KW’s) of
gas input per hour.
Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental
heat (a room) rather than a primary heat source (an
entire house). In most supplemental heat applications,
the water vapor does not create a problem. In most
applications, the water vapor enhances the low humidity
atmosphere experienced during cold weather.
The following steps will help insure that water vapor
does not become a problem.
1. Be sure the heater is sized properly for the applica-
tion, including ample combustion air and circulation
air.
2. If high humidity is experienced, a dehumidifier may
be used to help lower the water vapor content of the
air.
3. Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary
heat source (an entire house).
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PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR
This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless provisions
are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air.
The National Fuel Gas Code defines a confined space as a space
whose volume is less that 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour
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(4.8m
installed in that space, and an unconfined space as a space whose
volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8m
per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in
that space. Rooms communicating directly with the space in which
the appliances are installed, through openings not furnished with
doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough
fresh air for combustion and ventilation. However
unusually tight construction, you must provide additional fresh air
Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where:
per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances
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, in buildings of
.
a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have
a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm
or less with openings gasketed or sealed, and
b. Weatherstripping has been added on openable windows
and doors, and
c. Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints
around window and door frames, between sole plates and
floors, between wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at
penetrations for plumbing, electrical, and gas lines, and at
other openings.
If your home meets all of the three criteria above, you must
provide additional fresh air.
WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be operated is
smaller than that defined as an unconfined space, or if the
building is of unusually tight construction, provide adequate
combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods
described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1,
Section 5.3. or applicable local codes.
Example of Large Room with 1/2 Wall divider.
Figure 1
The following formula can be used to determine the maximum
heater rating per the definition of unconfined space:
(L, +L,)FT x (W)FT x (H)FT
Btu/HR = x 1000
50
If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than the
defined as an unconfined space, provide adequate combustion
and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3.
Adhere to all codes or in the absence, the latest edition of THE
NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 or NFPA54 which can
be obtained from:
American National Standards Institute National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
11 West 42nd St. Batterymarch Park
New York, NY 10018 Quincy, MA 02269
CLEARANCES
Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces
UL127 Factory Built Fireplaces (Figure 2)
Max Taper MIN Taper
Firebox Firebox
Model A C A C B D
PF-BA20NRR 16" 30" 18" 28" 15" 20"
PF-BA20LRR 16
PF-BA24NRR 22" 35" 26" 32" 15" 20"
PF-BA24LRR 22" 35" 26" 32" 15" 20"
PF-BA30LRR 28" 41" 31" 38" 15" 20"
PF-BA30LRR 28" 41" 31" 38" 15" 20"
The dimensions shown and defined in the fireplace manufacturer’s
instructions are minimum clearances to maintain in installing this
heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the
front of the heater.
" 30" 18" 28" 15" 20"
Glass Doors
Make sure that glass doors are open during all operations of
the logset. The opening of the glass door frame should be the
dimension used for the minimum front opening of the firebox.
Follow these instructions to ensure safe installation.
Failure to follow
instructions exactly
can create a fire hazard.
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CLEARANCES
(continued)
Sidewall & Ceiling Clearances (Figure 3)
FIGURE 3
The sides of the fireplace opening must be 6" from any
combustible wall. The ceiling must be at least 41" from the fireplace
opening.
Mantel Clearances Without Hood (Figure 4)
You must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace
opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 12" above
fireplace opening. With sheet metal, you must have noncombustible material behind it.
Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least
1/2" thick. Sheet metal should not be installed onto combustible
material.
Non-Combustible Requirements For
Material Distance Safe Installation
12" or more Non-combustible material
Less than 12" Non-combustible material must
be extended to at least 8" with the
installation of the optional fireplace
hood.If you cannot extend noncombustible material at least 8",
you must operate heater with flue
damper open.
You must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace
opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 8" above
fireplace opening. With sheet metal, you must have noncombustible material behind it.
Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least
1/2" thick. Sheet metal should not be installed onto combustible
material.
Example: A mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 2" at a
minimum of 13-1/2" above the opening, and a maximum of 6" at a
minimum of 15" above the opening.
FIGURE 4
If your installation does not meet the above clearances, you must
proceed to one of the following steps:
• Use a hood
• Operate the heater with flue damper open. See page 10 for
Installing as a Vented Appliance.
• Raise the mantel to the proper height.
• Remove the mantel.
Mantel Clearances With Hood (Figure 5)
FIGURE 5
If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances,
you must proceed to one of the following steps:
• Operate the heater with the flue damper open. See page 10
for Installing as a Vented Appliance.
• Raise the mantel to the proper height.
• Remove the mantel.
Floor Clearance (Figure 6)
If installing heater at floor level, the minimum distance to
combustibles is “0” inches.
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COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace.
This is a fire hazard.
FIGURE 7
No greeting card, stockings, or ornamentation of any type should
be placed on or attached to the fireplace. This is a heating
appliance. The flow of heat can ignite combustibles.
FIGURE 8
FIREPLACE PREPARATION
• Turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox.
• Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to
remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions.
Have this cleaning performed annually after installation.
INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE
Notice (Damper Clamp Installation)
When installing your log set as a vented installation, the damper
clamp must be used.
• Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on floor
or wall of fireplace. If not, drafting may cause pilot light outage or
sooting. Use a heat-resistant sealant. Do not seal chimney flue
damper.
• Install and operate the appliance as directed in this manual.
When installing your log set as a vent-free installation the damper
clamp can be used to eliminate the potential for odors when
burning the logs for the first time.
Installing Damper Clamp (Figure 9)
Remove all ashes or other debris from the fireplace. If the fireplace
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 flue passageway is open.
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.
Manual and millivolt controlled gas logs may be installed as a
vented decorative log set in compliance with ANSI Z21.60 and
National Fuel Gas Code. When the gas logs are operated with the
damper open, non-combustible material and minimum mantel
requirements do not apply.
FIGURE 9
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BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
• Turn off the gas supply to the fireplace or firebox.
• Seal any fresh air vents and/or ash clean-out doors located on
the floor or wall of the fireplace. If left unsealed, drafting may
cause pilot outage or sooting. Use a heat resistant sealant. Do
not seal the chimney flue damper.
Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace, the chimney flue
and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose
paint by a qualified chimney cleaner.
You must secure the gas log heater to the fireplace floor. If not,
the entire unit may move when you adjust the controls. Movement
of unit may cause shifting of the gas logs which leads to sooting
and improper burning. Grate movement could cause a gas leak.
Special care is required if you are installing the unit into a sunken
fireplace. You must raise the fireplace floor to allow access to gas
log controls. This will insure adequate air flow and guard against
sooting. Raise the fireplace floor using non-combustible materials.
Assembly Procedure (Figure 10)
1. Center the gas log unit in the fireplace or firebox. Make certain
the front feet of the grate sit inside the front edge of the
fireplace or firebox.
2. An anchor hole is provided in the two bottom side members of
the grate frame. After centering the grate correctly, mark the
hole positions on the fireplace/firebox floor. Drill two (2) 3/16"
diameter holes approximately 1-1/2" deep for masonry screws
or 1/8" holes for sheet metal screws.
3. Anchor the grate to the fireplace/firebox floor using the screws
provided. Refer to Figure 10.
Proper installation of the grate is essential to prevent any movement of the gas logs and controls during operation.
ANCHOR SCREWS
GAS SUPPLY
Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and
type of gas supply line required.
Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter
Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Tubing, Type L
Inside Diameter
Nat.
0-10' 1/2" 3/8" 1/2" 3/8"
0-3.048m 12.7mm 9.5mm 12.7mm 9.5mm
10-40' 1/2" 1/2" 5/8" 1/2"
3.048-12.192m 12.7mm 12.7mm 15.9mm 12.7mm
40-1000' 1/2" 1/2" 3/4" 1/2"
12.192+30.48m 12.7mm 12.7mm 19mm 12.7mm
100-1150' 3/4" 1/2" 7/8" 3/4"
30.48-45.72m 19mm 12.7mm 22.2mm 19mm
L.P. Nat. L.P.
Outside Diameter
FIGURE 10
FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTION
RIGID GAS LINE CONNECTION
FIGURE 11
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GAS SUPPLY
(continued)
Note: Never use plastic pipe. Check to confirm whether your local
codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
Note: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is
always best to consult your local authority and installation code.
Installing a New Main Gas Valve
Each appliance should have its own manual gas valve.
In the state of Massachusetts the gas valve must be a T handle
type.
A manual main gas valve should be located in the vicinity of the
unit. Where none exists, or where its size or location is not adequate,
contact your local authorized installer for installation or relocation.
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant
to the action of liquefied petroleum gases. The gas lines must be
checked for leaks by the installer. This should be done with a soap
solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections, and if
unexposed, a pressure test should be made.
Never use an exposed flame to check for leaks. Appliance must be
disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve, and pipe capped
or plugged for pressure test. Never pressure test with appliance
connected; control valve will sustain damage!
A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas
line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing. It is required
by the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near
the gas inlet. This should consist of a vertical length of pipe tee
connected into the gas line that is capped on the bottom in which
condensation and foreign particles may collect.
The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:
– ANS Z21.24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tubing
and Fittings
– ANS Z21.45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of Other
Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority
having jurisdiction. The state of Massachusetts requires that a
flexible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length.
Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System
1. To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve, a 1/8" (3.175mm)
N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection,
must be placed immediately upstream of the gas supply
connection to the appliance.
2. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig
(3.5 kPa).
3. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Attention! If one of the procedures results in pressures in excess
of 1/2 psig (14" w.c.) (3.5 kPa) on the appliance gas valve, it will
result in a hazardous condition.
PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LAVA ROCKS
Placement of the glowing embers (rock wool) is very individual,
and light coverage will provide your best effects. We recommend
separation of the rock wool by hand, and make your coverage as
light and fluffy as possible.
Place just enough embers on the burner to obtain the glow and a
gold, yellow flame. (Figure 12)
Do not place embers (rock wool) over large ports in rear portion of
burner.
Rock wool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assembly.
Spread lava rock on fireplace floor in front of and on either side of
the burner assembly. The lava rock is for decorative effect and is
not required for appliance operation.
WARNING: DO NOT PLACE LAVA
LOGS OR EMBERS.
PLACED ON THE FIREPLACE FLOOR.
THE LAVA ROCK SHOULD ONLY BE
ROCK ON BURNER,
FIGURE 12
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE
Flames from the pilot (rear back side of the pan burner) as well as
the main flame should be visually checked as the log set is
installed.
In normal operation at full rate, after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame
appearance should be sets of yellow flames.
NOTE: All Flames will be random by design, flame height will go up
and down.
Glowing embers (rock wool) can cover the burner in between the
front and middle logs, but very little is necessary to cover this area.
Excess ember material causes the yellow flame to become orange
and stringy. Apply just enough to obtain slow glow and a gold
yellow flame.
Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Do not allow
fans to blow directly into fireplace. Do not place a blower inside the
burner area of the firebox. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter
flame patterns. Sooting and improper burning will result.
During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films 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, possibly causing headaches or eye or
lung irritation. This is a normal and temporary occurrence.
The initial break-in operation should last 2-3 hours with the burner
at the highest setting. Provide maximum ventilation, by opening
windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate. Any odors remaining
after this initial break-in will be slight and will disappear with
continued use.
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PF-BARR-(20,24,30) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lit by hand. When light-
ing the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around the appliance area for
gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is
heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
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 fire department.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information label.
2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open.
3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo)
which lights the pilot. If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot, refer
to Step 7.
4. Turn gas control knob clockwise to the “OFF’’
position.
5. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas,
including near the floor. If you smell gas STOP! Follow “B” in the
safety information label. If you do not smell gas, go to the the
next step.
Find pliot – follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot is locat-
6.
to the left of the gas control undr notch in metal chassis.
ed
7. From OFF position, turn the gas control knob counterclockwise to “Pilot” position. Push in and hold knob for
5 seconds.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob.
Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand,
don’t try to repair it; call a qualified service technician. Forced or
attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any
gas control which has been under water.
8. With the control knob pushed in, repeatedly push the piezo
ignitor button until pilot is lit (or use a match to light pilot).
9. Continue pushing the control knob in for another 60 seconds
to prevent the flame detector from shutting off the gas while
the probe is warming up. Release the control knob.
• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas
control knob to “OFF” and call your service technician or
gas supplier.
10. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to the
“ON” position. The main burner valve will open and the main
burner will ignite, provided the ON/AUX knob is in the ON
position.
11. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to the
“ON” position, with the ON/AUX knob in the “AUX” position
then remote control will operate the gas control valve and
cause the main burner valve to open and the main burner will
ignite. Flame height can be manually changed by turning the
HIGH/LOW control knob.
Ignitor Button
(Located left side appliance chassis)
RR (Remote Ready) Valve, Remote Control Option
The RR valve has an on/off solenoid internally located inside the valve
body. The optional RECAP-1 remote control can be added to allow the valve
to be operated by remote control.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
1. Turn control knob clockwise to OFF position to
completely shut off the heater.
2. If applicable: Turn optional flame control option OFF prior to
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turning control knob to OFF position.
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
Figure 13 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will
be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will
surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight yellow flame
may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet.
Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
FIGURE 13
BURNER FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
Figure 14 shows an incorrect flame pattern. The incorrect pilot
flame is not touching the thermocouple. This will cause the log set
to shut down.
Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
FIGURE 14
Figure 15 shows a correct burner flame pattern. The correct flame
will be blue at the base and yellow at the tip. Flame should be
vertical in shape and should not impinge decorative logs.
CLEANING AND SERVICING
Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service
technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting.
TURN OFF HEATER AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING.
PERIODIC CLEANING – Refer to parts diagram on page 18 for
location of items discussed below.
• Do not use cleaning fluid to clean logs or any part of heater.
• Logs – Brush logs with soft bristle brush, or vacuum with brush
attachment.
• Remove loose particles and dust from the burner areas, controls,
piezo covers and grate.
• Inspect and clean burner air intake hole. Remove lint or particles
with brush. Failure to keep air intake hole clean will result in
sooting and poor combustion.
FIGURE 15
ANNUAL CLEANING/INSPECTION – Refer to parts diagram for
location of items discussed below:
• Inspect and clean burner air intake hole. Remove lint or particles
with vacuum or brush. Failure to keep air intake hole clean will
result in sooting and poor combustion.
• Inspect and clean all burner ports.
• Inspect ODS pilot for operation and accumulation of lint at air
intake holes.
• Verify flame pattern and log placement for proper operation.
• Verify smooth and responsive ignition of main burner.
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PF-BARR MODEL VALVE
ON/OFF REMOTE
PLUG IN CONNECTOR
RECEIVER
SLIDE
BUTTON
WIRING
REMOTE RECEIVER
GAS CONTROL
KNOB
ON/AUX
KNOB
REMOTE CONTROL
PLUG CONNECTION
INLET
PRESSURE TAP
OUTLET
PRESSURE TAP
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TROUBLESHOOTING –
Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater.
SYMPTOMS - POSSIBLE CAUSE AND CORRECTIONS
1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot.
a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot.
b. Ignitor electrode is broken - Replace pilot.
c. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable - Reconnect
ignitor cable.
d. Ignitor cable pinched or wet. Keep ignitor cable dry - Free
ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing.
e. Broken ignitor cable - Replace ignitor cable.
f. Bad piezo ignitor - Replace piezo ignitor.
2. Appliance produces unwanted odors.
a. Appliance burning vapors from paint, hair spray, glues, etc.
- Ventilate room. Stop using odor causing products while
heater is running.
b. Gas leak - Locate and correct all leaks.
3. Appliance shuts off during use. (Pilot stays on.)
a. Not enough fresh air is available for ODS/pilot to operate -
Open window and/or door for ventilation.
b. Low line pressure - Contact local gas company.
c. ODS/pilot is partially clogged - Clean ODS/pilot.
d. Defective thermocouple - Replace pilot.
4. Appliance shuts off during use. (Pilot stays on.)
a. Low line pressure - Check line pressure to the valve.
5. Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position.
a. Gas leak - Locate and correct all leaks.
b. Control valve defective - Replace control valve.
6. When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at ODS/pilot, but
no ignition.
a. Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff valve closed - Turn
on gas supply or open manual shutoff valve.
b. Control knob not in PILOT position - Turn control knob to
PILOT position.
c. Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position - Press
in control knob while in PILOT position.
d. Air in gas lines when installed - Continue holding down
control knob. Repeat igniting operation until air is removed.
e. ODS/pilot is clogged - Replace ODS/pilot assembly or get it
serviced.
f. Gas regulator setting is not correct - Replace gas regulator.
7. ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is
released.
a. Control knob not fully pressed in - Press in control knob fully.
b. Control knob not pressed in long enough - After ODS/pilot
lights, keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds.
c. Manual Shutoff valve not fully open - Fully open manual
shutoff valve.
d. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve - Hand
tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4 turn more.
e. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple, which allows
thermocouple to cool, causing pilot flame to go out. This
problem could be caused by either low gas pressure or
dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot - Contact local gas
company.
8. Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit.
a. Burner orifice clogged - Clean burner or replace main
burner orifice.
b. Burner orifice diameter is too small - Replace burner
orifice.
c. Inlet gas pressure is too low - Contact qualified service
program.
9. If burning at main burner orifice occurs (a loud, roaring blow
torch noise.)
a. You must turn off burner assembly and contact a qualified
service person.
b. Manifold pressure is too low - Contact local gas company.
c. Burner orifice clogged - Clean burner or replace burner
orifice.
10. Logs appear to smoke after initial operation.
a. Vapors from paint or curing process of logs - Problem will
stop after a few hours of operation. Run the logs with the
damper open if you have one, or open a window for the first
few hours.
Log heater is intended to be smokeless. Turn OFF heater
and call qualified service person.
11. Appliance produces a whistling noise when main burner is lit.
a. Turning control knob to HIGH position when main burner is
cold - Turn control knob to LOW position and let warm up
for a minute.
b. Air in gas line - Operate burner until air is removed from
line. Have gas line checked by local gas company.
c. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice - Clean burner or
replace burner orifice.
12. No gas to pilot.
a. LP-regulator shut down due to inlet pressure too high -
Verify LP tank regulator is installed and set at 11" to 13"
w.c. Replace regulator on heater.
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PARTS LIST
Ref No. Part Number Description
1 PF-BH20 Burner Housing 20"
1 PF-BH24
Burner Housing 24"
1 PF-BH30 Burner Housing 30"
2 PF-LBS Left Burner Shield
3 VF-Ignitor Piezo Ignitor
4 PF-B20 Burner 20"
4 PF-B24 Burner 24"
4 PF-B30 Burner 30"
5 PF-RBS Right Burner Shield
6 PF-VLVRRN Valve RR Model(NAT)
6 PF-VLVRRL Valve RR Model(LP)
7 PF-VBRR Valve Bracket RR Model
8 ODS-NG ODS Pilot Nat
8 ODS-PL ODS Pilot LP
NS ODS-REG-LP ODS Pilot Regulator LP
Ref No. Part Number Description
NS PF-BO20N Burner Orifice 20" NAT
NS PF-BO24N Burner Orifice 24" NAT
NS PF-BO30N Burner Orifice 30" NAT
NS PF-BO20L Burner Orifice 20" LP
NS PF-BO24L Burner Orifice 24" LP
NS PF-BO30L Burner Orifice 30" LP
NS PF-BT20RR Tubing (Valve to Burner) 20" RR
NS PF-BT24RR Tubing (Valve to Burner) 24" RR
NS PF-BT30RR Tubing (Valve to Burner) 30" RR
NS PF-PT20RR Tubing (Valve to Pilot) 20" RR
NS PF-PT24RR Tubing (Valve to Pilot) 24" RR
NS PF-PT30RR Tubing (Valve to Pilot) 30" RR
NS DC Damper Clamp
NS BLK-CIN-8# Lava Rock
NS PF-EMB20 Glowing Embers 20"
NS ODS-REG-NAT ODS Pilot Regulator NAT
NS RV20NG Inlet Regulator NAT
NS RV20LP Inlet Regulator LP
NS PF-IGW20 Ignitor Wire 20"
NS PF-EMB24 Glowing Embers 24"
NS PF-EMB30 Glowing Embers 30"
NS AC Aluminum Connector
NS BRS-ELBOW Gas Connection Elbow
NS PF-IGW24 Ignitor Wire 24"
NS PF-IGW30 Ignitor Wire 30"
(NS- “Not Shown”)
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer. For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through
the distributor. Parts can be shipped directly to their service person/dealer.
All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number. When ordering parts, first obtain the Model Number from the name plate on your equipment. Then determine the Part Number (not the Index Number) and the description of each part from the following appropriate illustration
and list. Be sure to give all this information.
Appliance Model Number ___________________________________ Part Description _____________________________________
Appliance Serial Number ___________________________________ Part Number________________________________________
Type of Gas (Propane or Natural)_____________________________
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PARTS VIEW
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7
6
2
3
5
4
LIMITED WARRANTY
Golden Blount Gas Logs are warranted against defective materials and/or
workmanship for as long as you own them. Burner Assembly is guaranteed for five
years from date of purchase.
year.
This warranty does not cover parts subjected to misuse, abuse, improper handling
or improper installation. The GB warranty specifically excludes any liability for
indirect,
Defective logs or defective parts should be returned to your dealer or to the factory
prepaid with a copy of your sales receipt. Defective parts will be repaired or replaced
at the factory’s option and returned to you prepaid.
incidental or consequential damage to property.
ODS Pilot Assembly and valve are covered for one
GOLDEN BLOUNT INC. - 4301 WESTGROVE DRIVE - ADDISON, TX 75001
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