INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
BCDV36 BUILDERS CHOICE
DIRECT VENT DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE
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.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
What to do if you smell gas
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers
instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
BCDV36 BUILDERS CHOICE
U.S. PATENT 5,613,487
qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
CAUTION:
Do not expose the appliance to the elements (such as rain, etc.).
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
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Please retain this manual for future reference.
CONTENTS
A. Appliance Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 3
B. Nomenclature ................................................................................................................................................. 5
C. Location and Clearances ................................................................................................................................ 6
D. Framing .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
E. Setting the Appliance ..................................................................................................................................... 7
F. Venting ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
G. Assembling Vent Sections ........................................................................................................................... 13
H. Utilities ......................................................................................................................................................... 15
I. Finishing....................................................................................................................................................... 17
J. Appliance Preparation .................................................................................................................................. 18
K. Lighting Instructions ..................................................................................................................................... 19
L. Seasonal Checklist ...................................................................................................................................... 20
M. Fuel Conversion ............................................................................................................................................ 21
N. Start-up Issues ............................................................................................................................................. 21
O. Maintenance Instructions.............................................................................................................................. 21
P. Optional Components ................................................................................................................................... 23
Q. Replacement Parts....................................................................................................................................... 24
Index ............................................................................................................................................................ 27
Warranty....................................................................................................................................................... 28
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Please read these installation instructions completely before beginning installation procedures. Failure to follow
them could cause an appliance malfunction resulting in serious injury and/or property damage.
2. Always check your local building codes prior to installation. This installation must comply with all local, regional, state
and national codes and regulations.
3. Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. This appliance should also be inspected
annually by a qualified service person. More frequent inspections/cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from
carpeting, bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that the control compartment, burners and circulating air passageways
of the appliance be kept clean.
4. This is a vented decorative gas appliance. Do not burn wood or other material in this appliance.
5. NEVER leave children unattended when there is a fire burning in the appliance.
6. This appliance may only use the approved venting systems shown in these installation instructions. Venting must not
be connected to chimney flue servicing a solid fuel burning appliance or a gas fuel burning appliance.
7. NEVER use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids in this appliance.
Keep any flammable liquids a safe distance from the appliance.
8. While servicing this appliance, always shut off all electricity and gas to the appliance. This will prevent possible
electrical shock or burns. Also, make sure the appliance is completely cooled before servicing.
9. 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.
10. Be sure to provide adequate clearances around the air openings into the combustion chamber and adequate
accessibility clearances for servicing and proper operation.
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A. APPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS
1. U.S. AND CANADA CERTIFICATION
The Builder's Choice Series Gas Appliance has been tested in accordance with the ANSI standard Z21.50b-1998 and
U.L. 307B in the United States; in Canada, the current CAN/CGA-M2.22-M98, and has been LISTED by Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. for installation and operation as described in this manual. All components are UL, AGA, CGA or CSA
safety certified.
2. LOCAL CODES
This installation must conform with local codes. In the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1-latest edition in the U.S.A., and the CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes in Canada.
The Builder's Choice Series gas appliance has been tested and listed for use in manufactured housing (mobile
homes). These installation instructions conform with the Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR,
Part 3280, or when such a standard is not applicable, the standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI
A225.1.
If any assistance is required during installation, please contact your local dealer or contact Heatilator Technical
Services Department, 1915 W. Saunders Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641, 1-800-843-2848.
HEATILATOR® is a registered trademark of Heatilator Inc., a Division of Hearth & Home Technologies
3. GLASS CERTIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS
Hearth & Home Technologies gas appliances manufactured with tempered glass may be installed in hazardous
locations such as bathtub enclosures as defined by the CPSC. The tempered glass has been tested and certified to
the requirements of ANSI Z97.1-1984 and CPSC 16 CFR 1202. (Safety Glazing Certification Council SGCC# 1595 and
1597. Architectural Testing, Inc. Reports 02-31919.01 and 02-31917.01).
This statement is in compliance with SPCS 16 CFR Section 1201.5 Certification and labeling requirements which
refers to 15 USC 2063 stating Such certificate shall accompany the product or shall otherwise be furnished to any
distributor or retailer to whom the product is delivered.
Some local building codes require the use of tempered glass with permanent marking in such locations. Glass
meeting this requirement is available from the factory. Please contact your dealer or distributor to order.
WARNING!
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.
CAUTION:
Do not expose the appliance to the elements (such as rain, etc.).
Note: Minimum and maximum clearances must be
maintained at all times. Illustrations throughout these
instructions reflect typical installations and are for design
purposes only. Actual installation may vary slightly due to
individual design preferences.
The illustrations and diagrams used throughout these
installation instructions are not drawn to scale.
Tools and building supplies normally required for
installation:
Saw Wall-finishing materials
Pliers Framing material
Hammer Appliance surround
Phillips screwdriver Caulking material
Tape measure Safety gloves
Plumb line Framing square
Level Electric drill and bits
Safety glasses
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TYPICAL HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION
TYPICAL VERTICAL INSTALLATION
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C. LOCATION AND CLEARANCES
Dimensions
WARNING!
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
1. APPLIANCE LOCATIONS AND SPACE
REQUIREMENTS
Figure 1 illustrates a variety of ways the appliance may
be located in a room. The Builder's Choice Series may
be installed directly on the floor or on a hearth. These
appliances are certified for installation in a bedroom,
bed/sitting room or in mobile homes in the U.S. and
Canada.
2. CLEARANCES
a. For the appliance:
Top of standoffs 0
Floor 0
Back of appliance 1/2
Sides 1/2
Front Face to Ceiling 30
b. Minimum Venting Clearances (see Figure 2).
1) Horizontal runs off of the back of the
appliance to the wall shield:
0 above the top of the appliance standoffs
1 sides and bottom of the vent
2) Horizontal runs inside a wall (heat shields
must be installed)
3 air space on top of the vent
1 from sides and bottom of vent
3) Vertical runs
1 air space around the vent
Note: Dimensions represent minimum space required
for a centered corner installation. Actual requirements
will vary with individual construction.
Figure 1 - Appliance Locations
Figure 2 - Rear Vented Appliances Venting Clearances
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D. FRAMING
Figure 3 shows a typical framing of this appliance using
combustible materials. Figure 4 shows the mantel heights
for mantel projections. All required clearances to
combustibles must be adhered to.
CAUTION:
Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection.
* from base of appliance
Figure 3 - Framing
CAUTION:
Provide adequate clearances around the air openings into the combustion chamber and adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper operation.
Figure 4 - Mantel Height
WARNING!
To prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation, the appliance must not be installed against vapor barriers or
exposed insulation. Localized overheating could occur and a fire could result.
E. SETTING THE APPLIANCE
This appliance may be placed on a smooth combustible or noncombustible continuous, flat surface. When the appliance
is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, the appliance shall be
installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance. Slide the appliance into position
and level the appliance from side-to-side and front-to-back. Shim as necessary.
Secure the appliance by bending out the nailing flanges on each side of the appliance and nail to framing. The nailing
flanges have been positioned 5/8 inch back from the front of the appliance to allow the addition of drywall.
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F. VENTING
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Air space clearances must be maintained at all times.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
The horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4 rise for
every 1 ft. of run towards the termination. Never allow the vent to run downward. This could cause high
temperatures and may present a fire hazard.
Use only pipe supplied and listed for use with this appliance. See page 5 for a description of the listed components. See the directions on page 13 for assembling vent
sections.
1. HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
a. Installing the Interior Wall Shield
Frame a hole in a combustible wall for an interior
wall shield as shown in Figure 5. This shield
maintains minimum clearances and prevents cold
air infiltration.
b. Termination
Vent termination must not be recessed in the wall.
Siding may be brought to the edge of the cap.
Install the cap as shown in Figure 6. The cap pipe
sections should overlap the vent pipe by 1-1/2. Caulk
the outside edges of the cap.
Local codes may require the installation of a shield
(product #CS) which prevents the cap from
accidentally touching anything or anyone.
Figure 11 illustrates cap locations prescribed by
current ANSI Z273.1 and CAN/CGA-B149
Installation Codes.
The termination cap height must meet all local
and national codes and not be easily blocked or
obstructed. If the hole being penetrated is of
noncombustible materials, a 9 diameter hole is
acceptable.
CAUTION:
Provisions shall be made to provide adequate combustion and ventilation air.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
If you have chosen horizontal termination, be sure
there are no present nor future obstructions from
trees, bushes, snow drifts, etc.
Figure 5
Interior Wall Shield
Figure 6
Venting Through the Wall
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c. No Elbows
The maximum horizontal run with no vertical
sections of vent is 18 from the back of the
appliance to the base of the cap. See Figure 7.
Figure 7
Rear Vented Appliances
d. A 45° Elbow
For corner venting, a maximum of one 45° elbow
may be used. The maximum horizontal run
following the elbow is 12 to the base of the cap.
See Figure 8.
e. Two Elbows
Figure 9 shows various venting configurations using two elbows to terminate horizontally. The maximum vertical run is 20 and the
maximum horizontal run is 14.
Figure 9
Two Elbows
f. Three Elbows - One Elbow Horizontal
Figure 10 shows various venting
configurations using three elbows to
terminate horizontally. The maximum vertical
run is 20 and the maximum horizontal run is
12.
Figure 8
One 45° Elbow
Figure 10
Three Elbows
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Figure 11 - Termination Cap Locations
DIMENSION DESCRIPTIONS
A Clearance above the ground, a veranda, porch, deck or bal-
cony - 12 inches (30 cm) minimum. *
B Clearance to window or door that may be opened 10,000
BTUs or less, 6 inches (15 cm) minimum; 10,000-50,000 BTUs,
9 inches (23 cm) minimum; over 50,000 BTUs, 12 inches (30
cm) minimum. *
C Clearance to permanently closed window 12inches (30
cm) minimum - recommended to prevent condensation on
window.
D Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the termi-
nation within a horizontal distance of 2 feet (60 cm) from the
centerline of the termination 18inches (46 cm) minimum. **
E Vertical clearance to unventilated soffit - 12 inches (30 cm)
minimum. **
F Clearance to outside corner - 6 inches (15 cm) minimum.
G Clearance to inside corner - 6 inches (15 cm) minimum.
H Not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly within 3
feet (90 cm) horizontally* from the center line of the regulator
I Clearance to service regulator vent outlet - 6 feet (1.8m)
minimum. *
J Clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet into building or
the combustion air inlet to any other appliance - 12 inches (30
cm) minimum. *
K Clearance to mechanical air supply inlet - 6 feet (1.8 m)
minimum. *
L Clearance above a paved sidewalk or paved driveway lo-
cated on public property - 7 feet (2.1m) minimum.
A vent may not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved
driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings.
M Clearance under veranda, porch, deck or balcony - 12 inches
(30 cm) minimum. * Recommended 30 inches (76 cm) for vinyl
or plastic.
Only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully
open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor. *
N Vertical clearance between two horizontal termination caps
12 inches (30 cm) minimum.
O Horizontal clearance between two horizontal termination caps
12 inches (30 cm) minimum.
* As specified in CGA B149 Installation Codes
Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances.
** Clearance required to vinyl soffit material 30inches (76 cm)
minimum. With a vinyl soffit shield 18 inches (46 cm) minimum.
WARNING!
In the U.S.: Vent system termination is NOT permitted in
screened porches. You must follow side wall, overhang and
ground clearances as stated in the instructions.
In Canada: Vent system termination is NOT permitted in
screened porches. Vent system termination is permitted in
porch areas with two or more sides open. You must follow all
side wall, overhang and ground clearances as stated in the
instructions.
Hearth & Home Technologies assumes no responsibility for
the improper performance of the appliance when the venting
system does not meet these requirements.
Figure 12 - Cap Clearances
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2. VERTICAL TERMINATION
a. Clearances
See Figure 13 for clearance information.
Figure 13
Vent Clearances
b. Vent Lengths
Various venting configurations are shown in
Figures14 and 15 from which the maximum vent
runs can be determined.
Figure 15
Vent Support
WARNING!
A gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney
flue servicing a separate solid fuel burning appliance.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Always maintain minimum clearances or greater
around the chimney system. Do not pack air spaces
with insulation or other material.
WARNING!
The horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4 rise for
every 1 of run towards the termination. Never allow
the vent to run downward. This could cause high temperatures and present a fire hazard.
Figure 14 - Vent Lengths
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c. Firestop Spacer/Chimney Installation
Frame an opening and install an FS6 Firestop
Spacer whenever the vent penetrates a ceiling/
floor area, as shown in Figure 16. Frame the
opening with the same sized lumber as used in
the ceiling/floor joists. Do not pack insulation
around the chimney.
d. Chase/Termination Installation
Figures 17 and 18, and Table 1 specify minimum
chimney heights for various pitched roofs.
These chimney heights are necessary for safety
and do not ensure draft-free operation. Trees,
buildings, adjoining roof lines, adverse conditions,
etc. may create a need for a taller chimney should
down drafting occur.
Figure 16
Installing the Firestop Spacer
Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft.
Flat to 6/12 1.0
6/12 to 7/12 1.25
Over 7/12 to 8/12 1.5
Over 8/12 to 9/12 2.0
Over 9/12 to 10/12 2.5
Over 10/12 to 11/12 3.25
Over 11/12 to 12/12 4.0
Over 12/12 to 14/12 5.0
Over 14/12 to 16/12 6.0
Over 16/12 to 18/12 7.0
Over 18/12 to 20/12 7.5
Over 20/12 to 21/12 8.0
Figure 17
Chimney Height for Vertical Termination
Figure 18
Multiple Vertical Termination Clearances
Table 1
Chimney Height
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Note: To ensure proper operation, verify all venting and
the termination are unobstructed.
BUILDER'S CHOICE SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
G. ASSEMBLING VENT SECTIONS
1. ATTACHING THE VENTING TO THE
APPLIANCE
To attach the first VP section to the appliance collars,
simply slide the flared end of the inner vent of the VP
section over the inner collar on the appliance. At the
same time, insert the outer vent into the outer collar
on the appliance. Push the vent section into the
appliance collar until all the lances have snapped in
place. Tug slightly on the vent to confirm it has
completely locked into place.
2. ASSEMBLING VENT SECTIONS
a. Start the flared inner flue of section A over the
inner flue of section B.
b. Insert the outer flue of section A into the outer
flue of section B. See Figure 19. Once both inner
and outer flues are started, press section A into
section B firmly until all lances have snapped
into place. Tug slightly on section A to confirm it
has completely locked into place. See Figure 20.
Figure 19
Note: Squeezing the pipe slightly to fit may be
necessary.
Note: Make sure that the seams are not per-
fectly aligned to prevent unintentional disconnection.
3. ASSEMBLING MINIMUM INSTALLATIONS
(MI) SECTIONS
MI sections are non-unitized so that they can be cut to
a certain length. To use these sections, they must be
cut to length from the non-expanded end. See Figure
21. They can then be attached by first connecting the
expanded end of the MI inner vent with the inner vent
from the adjacent vent section and securing with three
screws. The expanded portion of the MI inner vent must
overlap completely with the untreated end of the
adjacent vent section. The outer vent can then be
inserted into the adjacent outer vent expanded end
and attached to the next vent section with three screws.
The other end of the MI vent section can then be
attached by fitting a snap lock section to it and snapping
it together as normal.
Figure 20
Figure 21
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4. ASSEMBLING SLIP SECTIONS
Slip sections should be snapped into the first
mating piece, then expanded to their desired
length, making sure that a 1.5 overlap is
maintained between the two sections of the slip
section. The two sections of the slip section then
need to be secured by driving two screws through
the overlapping portions of the outer vent. See
Figure 22. This will secure the slip section to the
desired length and prevent it from separating. The
slip section can then be attached to the next section
of vent.
5. DISASSEMBLING VENT SECTIONS
(ONLY IF NECESSARY)
To disassemble any two pieces of pipe, rotate
either section so that the seams on both pipe
sections are perfectly aligned as shown in
Figure23. They can then be carefully pulled apart.
Figure 22
Figure 23
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H. UTILITIES
1. GAS LINE CONNECTION
Open the control access panel as shown in Figure 24.
See Figure 25 to connect the gas line properly. All
connections must be checked for leaks with a soap
and water solution or a leak detector. Bleed the gas
line to extract any air that may have been trapped inside
the pipe.
This appliance is supplied with a 3/8 flare connection
to the gas valve. Installation of flexible connector and/
or manual gas valve must conform to local codes. In
the absence of local codes, with the National Flue Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1-latest edition in the U.S.A. and the
CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes in Canada.
This appliance has been tested for installation of a
manual shutoff valve in the bottom compartment of the
appliance.
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires this
to be a T-handle type manual shutoff valve.
This valve has been preset at the factory. Altering
settings may result in fire hazard or bodily injury.
3. GAS CONVERSIONS
Natural or propane gas conversions necessary to meet
the application need to be made by a qualified
technician using Hearth & Home Technologies
specified and approved parts.
In the event your appliance must be converted to use
propane, you must use a CKP Conversion Kit. To be
converted to use natural gas, you must use a CKN
Conversion Kit. See Figure 26.
(Right Side)
WARNING!
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2. GAS PRESSURE
On the standing pilot gas control valve, a pressure tap
is included on the front face of the valve.
Table 2 shows the optimum gas pressure information.
Consult your local gas company for assistance in
determining the proper orifice for your altitude or refer
to ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition.
Optional: Seal around the gas line to prevent cold air leakage.
Figure 25 - Gas Line
Figure 26 - Conversion Kit
Note: This appliance and its manual 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 psi (3.5 kPa). The appliance must be
isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its
manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the
gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or
less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
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4. WIRING
Standing Pilot Ignition - Millivolt System
a. Appliance Requirements
A wiring diagram is shown in Figure 27.
b. Wall Switch
The installer shall supply UL or in Canada, CSAlisted wall switch and wiring between appliance
and wall switch. This appliance was tested with
eighteen feet of UL Listed 18 ga. Type CL2 105°C,
two conductor thermostat wire. If other wiring
materials are used they shall comply with local
codes or in the absence of local codes, with
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest
edition or Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1.
c. Optional Accessories Requirements
Wiring for optional accessories should be done
now to avoid reconstruction.
5. JUNCTION BOX INSTALLATION AND
WIRING
Refer to the installation instructions included with the
JK9 Junction Box Kit and the insert of Figure27.
14-3 with Ground Romex is the recommended
wiring to the appliance Junction Box.
Note: This appliance must be electrically wired and
grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence
of local codes, the wiring must comply with the National
Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition or the
Canadian Electric Code CSA C22.1.
WARNING!
This standing pilot appliance does not require a 110V
AC power supply for operation. Connecting the appliance/wall switch to a 110V AC will cause the appliance to malfunction and destroy the valve and thermopile.
Detailed picture of the Junction Box (Optional for Standing Pilot Appliances).
Figure 27
Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram
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I. FINISHING
1. COMBUSTIBLE FINISHING MATERIAL
Materials made of or surfaced with wood, compressed
paper, plant fibers, plastics, or any material capable of
igniting and burning, whether flame proofed or not,
plastered or unplastered (this includes drywall) are
considered to be combustible.
2. NONCOMBUSTIBLE FINISHING MATERIAL
Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials
are those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile,
concrete, slate, glass or plasters, or combination
thereof, or have a UL Fire rating of Zero (0).
3. HIGH TEMPERATURE SEALANT MATERIAL
Sealants that will withstand high temperatures: General
Electric RTV103 (Black) or equivalent; Rutland, Inc.
Appliance Mortar #63 or equivalent.
A high temperature sealant, 1/8 wide minimum, must
be used to close off gaps between the appliance and
facing to prevent cold air leaks. See Figure 28.
Finishing Materials
Figure 28
4. ATTACHING THE HOOD
The hood must be attached or a fire hazard may result.
Simply slide the hood under the three screws above
the appliance opening. See Figure 29.
5. GLASS AND SCREEN REMOVAL
See page 22 of this manual.
WARNING!
Grilles and hoods on this appliance cannot, in any
way, be covered as it may create a fire hazard.
Figure 29
Hood Placement
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J. APPLIANCE PREPARATION
1. LOG SET
The log set should look similar to that in Figure30.
Figure 30
BCDV36 Gas Log Set
2. PLACING THE VERMICULITE AND LAVA
ROCK
See Figure 31.
3. PLACING THE ROCK WOOL
Place a small amount of 1/2 diameter pieces (dime
sized) of rock wool on the ember tray above the burner
WARNING!
RISK OF CARBON MONOXIDE!
Never operate this appliance with the glass removed
or not sealed.
WARNING!
RISK OF CARBON MONOXIDE!
Do not hit or strike the glass. Do not operate this appliance if the glass if broken or cracked.
Figure 31
Placing the Rock Wool
(top logs removed for clarity)
tube. This will provide a glowing ember look to the
appliance when burning. See Figure 31.
4. GLASS AND SCREEN REPLACEMENT
See page 22 of this manual.
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K. 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 lighted by
hand. When lighting 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 electric switch; do not use any phone
in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors
phone. Follow the suppliers instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
STOP! Read the safety information above on this label!
1. Turn off all wall switches to the appliance or remote.
2. Open the control access panel.
3 Turn gas line to CLOSED. Wait 5 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 above on this label. If you dont smell
gas, go to the next step.
4 Turn gas line valve to OPEN.
5 Turn pilot knob clockwise to OFF (knob may have to
be depressed to pass the PILOT position).
6 Locate pilot assembly inside appliance.
7 Locate red ignitor button in the bottom of the appli-
ance.
8 Turn pilot knob to PILOT and push in.
9. Continue to hold in pilot knob and push the red igni-
tor button 12-15 times until small blue pilot flame
appears.
10. Continue to hold in pilot knob for approximately one
minute. Pilot should remain lit. If pilot goes out, wait 5
minutes and repeat Steps 4-9.
11 Release and turn the knob counterclockwise to ON.
Turn the wall switch to ON to light the main burner.
Do not light by hand!
12. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instruc-
tions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance and call your
service technician or gas supplier.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn knob. Never use
tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, dont
try to repair it; call a qualified service technician. Force
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 as been
under water.
TO TURN OFF THE GAS TO THE APPLIANCE
1. Turn off the wall switch or set thermostat to lowest
setting.
2. Close the control access panel.
3. Turn gas line to CLOSED position. Do not force.
4. Close control access panel.
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WARNING!
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures 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.
CAUTION:
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating this appliance.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.
L. SEASONAL CHECKLIST
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. It is imperative that control compartments, burners
and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept
clean.
1. PRIOR TO OPERATION
Before operating this appliance, have a qualified
technician:
a. Review proper placement of logs, rock wool and
vermiculite.
b. Check wiring.
c. Ensure there are no gas leaks.
d. Ensure the glass is sealed and in proper position.
e. Ensure the flow of combustion and ventilation air
is not obstructed.
f. Check the air shutter adjustment.
WARNING!
Keep the area near the appliance clear and free from
combustible materials, Gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
WARNING!
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.
2. STANDING PILOT OPERATION
Hearth & Home Technologies recommends you leave
the pilot on year round.
a. Lighting the Appliance During Regular Use
Turn the wall switch to ON.
b. Shutdown During Regular Use
Turn the wall switch to OFF.
c. If you decide to shut down the appliance for a
long period of time:
1) Turn all wall switches to OFF (if applicable).
2) Turn pilot knob on valve to OFF.
3) Turn the gas line valve to CLOSED.
4) To relight the appliance, see page 19.
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M. FUEL CONVERSION
Do not burn wood or other material in this appliance.
Natural or propane gas conversions necessary to meet the application need to be made by a qualified technician using
Hearth & Home Technologies specified and approved parts.
In the event your appliance must be converted to use propane, you must use a CKP Conversion Kit. To be converted to
use natural gas, you must use a CKN Conversion Kit. See Figure 26.
N. START-UP ISSUES
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WARNING!
Never use gasoline, gasoline-type
lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal
lighter fluid or
similar liquids in
this appliance.
Keep any flammable liquids a
safe distance
from the appliance.
O. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. CLEANING THE BURNER AND CONTROL COMPARTMENT
Keep the control compartment clean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year. Failure to do so may shorten the
life of the components. Always turn off the wall switch (or remote control) and gas valve before cleaning. Failure to do
so may shorten the life of the components.
2. CHECKING FLAME PATTERNS
Check the flame of the burner periodically, making sure the flames are steady, not lifting or floating. The flame color should
be blue with yellow tips. The thermopile and thermocouple tips should be covered with flame. See Figure 32.
If the vent configuration is installed incorrectly, the venting may cause the flames inside the appliance to lift or ghost,
which is a dangerous situation. Inspect the flames after installation to ensure proper performance. See Figure 33. If
the vent configuration is correct, yet the flames are lifting or ghosting, shut off the gas to the appliance and contact the
dealer.
3. VENTING SYSTEM INSPECTION
The appliance and venting system should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified field service
person to ensure that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed.
Flame covers top 1/2 of thermopile and thermocouple.
Figure 32 - Standing Pilot
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Figure 33 - Flame Patterns
BUILDER'S CHOICE SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
4. CLEANING THE GLASS
See Figure 34. Never operate this appliance without the glass properly secured in place or if the glass is broken or
chipped.
In the event of glass breakage, carefully remove the glass frame. This will allow the removal of all glass fragments and
sheet metal edge protection strips. Vacuum all remaining glass pieces with a shop vac. DO NOT VACUUM IF PIECES
ARE HOT! Replace glass only with a Heatilator glass panel assembly through your local distributor. Never use
substitute material. Only fully tempered soda lime safety glass or ceramic glass may be used on this appliance.
1. Lift and pull out upper grille
and control access panel.
2. Lift and pull out the bottom
of the screen, then pull down
out of top corner retainers.
3. Pull and release the two
Quick Access Latches
using handle provided and
stored in valve compartment.
4. Angle top of glass out and
remove from the lower retainer.
5. Set the glass safely on a
nonabrasive surface. Clean
using a mild, nonabrasive
cleaning solution (i.e.
Brasso).
Quick Access Latch
Figure 34
Glass Cleaning
6. To replace the glass, ensure
the glass bottom is set completely down in the bottom retainer and replace the two
Quick Access Latches to
the secure position.
7. To replace the screen, place
the top of the screen in the
two corner catches. Raise
the screen until it clears the
bottom retainer, then lower
into position.
8. Replace Quick Access
Latch handle in its clips on
the lower corner behind the
grille.
9. Replace the upper grille and
control access panel.
Safety Note:
Handle glass with care to avoid
striking, scratching or slamming shut. Never clean glass
when hot. Keep children and
pets a safe distance away.
5. LOG REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT
If removal of the logs becomes necessary, remove the two screws at
each side of the front log. Grasp the front log. Pull the log toward the
front and up, off the burner. See Figure 35.
To replace the logs, grasp the front log. Lower the log set so that the
back log rests on the shelf in the back of the appliance and the two
tabs behind the back log are inserted into the slots in the back of the
firebox. Replace the two screws removed earlier at each end of the
front log.
Figure 35 - Log Removal
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P. OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
Contact your local Heatilator Dealer by calling: 1-800-843-2848.
MF1, MF2
High/Low Flame
Adjustment
RC-SMART-HTL
Remote Control
RC-BATT-HTL
Battery-operated (standing pilot)
Remote Control
RC-SMART-BATT-HTL
Battey-operated Remote Control
with Thermostat Control
RC-SMART-STAT-HTL
Remote Control
with Thermostat Control
BC10
Fan Motor Rheostat
Control
JK9
Junction Box Kit
FK4
Fan Kit
FK160
Fan Kit
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Q. REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts are available from your distributor/dealer.
Item 1
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HOMEOWNERS NOTES
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Index
A
Access Panel 15
Air Shutter Adjustment 20
Appliance Preparation 18
B
Bathtub Areas 3
BC10 23
BTUs 15
Building Codes 3, 8
Burner 21
C
Cap Clearances 10
Carbon Monoxide 18
Certification 3
Chase Installation 12
Chimney Height 12
Chimney Height for Vertical Termination
12
Chimney Installation 12
Clearances 3, 6, 7, 8
Cap 10
Minimum Venting 6
Vertical Termination 11
Codes
Building 3, 8
Electric 16
Gas 3, 15
Manufactured Housing 3
Combustible Material 17
Control Compartment 21
Conversion Kits 15
Conversions 15
Gas 21
E
Elbows
45° 9
None 9
Two 9
Electric Codes 16
F
Fan Kit 23
Fan Motor Rheostat Control 23
Finishing 17
Firestop Spacer 12
Flame Patterns 21
Framing 7
Fuel 15, 21
Fuel Conversions 15
G
Gas
Conversions 15
Pressure 15
To turn off 19
Gas Codes 3, 15
Gas Conversions 21
Gas Leaks 20
Gas Line connection 15
Gas Log Assembly 24
Gas Log Set 18
Glass 17, 18, 20
Certifications/Specifications 3
H
Hood 17
Horizontal Termination 8
I
Input Rate 15
Interior Wall Shield 8
J
Junction Box 16, 23
L
Lava Rock 18
Lighting Instructions 19
Local Codes 3
Location and Clearances 6
Log Removal/Replacement 22
Log Set 18
M
Maintenance Instructions 21
Mantel 7
Manufactured Housing Codes 3
Massachusetts 15
MF1 23
Minimum Installations 13
Multiple Vertical Termination 12
N
Nomenclature 5
Noncombustible Material 17
O
Obstructions 8
Optional Components 23
Q
Quick Access Latch 22
R
Remote Control 23
Replacement Parts 24
Rock Wool 18
S
Screen 17
Sealant Material 17
Seasonal Checklist 20
Shutdown 20
Slip Sections 14
Space Requirements 6
Standing Pilot 21
Standing Pilot Ignition 16
Standing Pilot Operation 20
Standing Pilot Wiring Diagram 16
Start-up Issues 21
T
Termination
Horizontal 8
Termination Cap Locations 10
Termination Installation 12
Typical Horizontal Installation 4
Typical Vertical Installation 4
U
Utilities 15
V
Vent Support 11
Venting 8
Disassembly 14
MI Sections 13
Slip Section Assembly 14
System Inspection 21
Venting Through the Wall 8
Vermiculite 18
Vertical Termination 11
Chase Installation 12
Chimney Height 12
Clearances 11, 12
Firestop Spacer/Chimney Installation 12
Vent Lengths 11
Vent Support 11
W
Wall Switch 16
Water 3
Wiring 16
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Gas Appliance (Fireplace)
Limited Lifetime Warranty
HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES (HHT) extends the following warranty for HEATILATORâ gas appliances installed in the
United States of America or Canada (the Appliance). Dealers and employees of HHT have no authority to make any warranty or
authorize any remedies in addition to or inconsistent with the terms of this warranty.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
HHT warrants the Appliance for component failure due to a manufacturing defect of any of the following components: combustion
chamber, burner pan, and logs. The Limited Lifetime Warranty specified above is subject to the conditions, exclusions and limitations listed
below, is for the period the Appliance is owned by the original homeowner only, and is nontransferable.
1 Year Limited Warranty
HHT warrants the Appliance to be free from failure of any of the following components for a period of one year after installation: valve,
flexible gas line connector, glass panel, fan, direct vent chimney components, factory paint, gasket, piezo ignitor, thermopile, thermocouple, junction box, pilot assembly, shutoff valve, high limit switch, refractory liners, transformer, and control box. If the Heatilator
Appliance is found to be defective in either material or workmanship within one year of the date of original installation, HHT will provide
replacement parts at no charge and pay reasonable labor and freight costs, and is for the period of one year following the date of original
installation of the Appliance.
Conditions, Exclusions, & Limitations of Liability
A. Both the Limited Lifetime and 1 Year Limited Warranties supplied by HHT apply only while the Appliance is in its location of
original installation. HHTs obligation under this warranty does not extend to damages resulting from (1) installation, operation
or maintenance of the Appliance not in accordance with the Installation Instructions, Operating Instructions, and the Listing
Agent Identification Label furnished with the Appliance; (2) installation which does not comply with local building codes; (3)
shipping, improper handling, improper operation, abuse, misuse, accident or unworkmanlike repairs; (4) environmental conditions, inadequate ventilation or drafting caused by tight sealing construction of the structure, air handling devices such as
exhaust fans or forced air furnaces, or other causes; (5) use of fuels other than those specified in the Operating Instructions;
(6) installation or use of components not supplied with the Appliance or any other components not expressly authorized and
approved by HHT; and/or (7) modification of the Appliance not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing. This
warranty is limited to only the component parts manufactured or supplied by HHT.
B. HHTs liability under both the Limited Lifetime Warranty and the 1 Year Limited Warranty is limited to the replacement and repair
of defective components or workmanship during the applicable period. HHT may fully discharge all of its obligations under such
warranties by repairing the defective component(s) or at HHTs discretion, providing replacement parts at no charge and paying
reasonable labor and freight costs.
C. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY
SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.
D. Some states do not allow exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so those limitations may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
How to Obtain Service
To obtain service under this warranty you must:
1. Send written notice of the claimed condition to Heatilator Technical Service Department, Hearth & Home Technologies,
1915 W. Saunders Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641-1563. You may also register your claim online at
www.heatilator.com/contact.asp.
2. Provide proof of purchase, model number, serial number, and manufacturing date code to HHT.
3. Provide HHT reasonable opportunity to investigate the claim, including reasonable opportunity to inspect the Appliance
prior to any repair or replacement work and before the Appliance or any component of the Appliance has been
removed from the place of original installation.
4. Obtain HHTs consent to any warranty work before the work is done.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. If you would like information on current HEATILATOR products or want to locate a dealer in your area, call
1-800-843-2848.
ã2001 Heatilatorâ is a Registered Trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies
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