Napoleon Fireplaces GDS 50-P, GDS 50-N User Manual

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INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE CONVEYED TO AND REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER.

CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CSA 2.33, ANSI Z21.88 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS

GAS-FIRED STOVES

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR:

VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER

NATURAL GAS MODELS PROPANE GAS MODELS

GDS 50-N GDS 50-P

NATURAL GAS MODEL PROPANE GAS MODEL

GS 50-N GS 50-P

CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS

WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours 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 neighbour'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.

Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON L4M 4Y8 Canada • [phone] • fax[phone] www.napoleonfireplaces.com • [e-mail]

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TABLE of CONTENTS

Pg 2-4	INTRODUCTION	Pg 14	GAS INSTALLATION
	Warranty	15-16 FINISHING
	General Instructions		Door Opening & Closing
	General Information
			Louvre & Trivet Installation
	Care of Glass & Plated Parts
			Mantle Clearances
5	LOCATION & CLEARANCES
			Log Placement
6-11	DIRECT VENT SPECIFICS	17-18 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
MODEL GDS50			Spill Switch
	Vent Lengths/Air Terminal Locations		Turbo Burner
	Special Installation Example		Operating Instructions
	Offset Installation Example		Maintenance
	Wall & Ceiling Protection	19	REPLACEMENT BLOWER
	Horizontal Venting Installation	20	ADJUSTMENTS
	Vertical Venting Installation
	Stove Vent Connection		Pilot Burner Adjustment
	Mobile Home Installation		Venturi Adjustments
12-14 B-VENT SPECIFICS		21-22 REPLACEMENTS
MODEL GS50			Ordering Replacement Parts
	Chimney Installation		Terminal Kits
			Accessories
	'B' Vent Installation
			Replacement Parts
	Adding Vent Sections
		23-24 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
	Flashing and Storm Collar Installation

'B' Vent Adaptations

Combustion Air

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING

•The stove is a vented gas-fired heater. Do not burn wood or other materials in this stove.

•Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Supervise young children when they are in the same room as the stove.

•Due to high temperatures, the stove should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.

•Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the stove.

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

•It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the stove and venting system are kept clean. The stove and its venting system 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. The stove area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gaso line and other flammable vapours and liquids.

•Under no circumstances should this stove be modified.

•This stove must not be connected to a chimney flue pipe serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance.

•Do not use this stove if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the stove and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

•Do not operate the stove with the glass door opened, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person.

•Do not strike or slam shut the stove glass door.

•This fireplace uses and requires a fast acting thermocouple. Replace only with a fast acting thermocouple supplied by Wolf Steel Ltd.

•Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Keep young children and animals away when the fireplace is hot.

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NAPOLEON products are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Assurance Certificate.

NAPOLEON products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained craftsmen who take great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fired at a quality test station. The complete fireplace is test-fired again and thoroughly inspected by a qualified technician before packaging to ensure that you, the customer, receives the quality product that you expect from NAPOLEON.

NAPOLEON GAS FIREPLACE PRESIDENT'S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

The following materials and workmanship in your new NAPOLEON gas fireplace are warranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components and aluminum extrusion trims.

Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves, thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and NAPOLEON will provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair work, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to the account of NAPOLEON are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work must be done through an authorized NAPOLEON dealer.

CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS

NAPOLEON warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only -- i.e., the individual or legal entity (registered customer) whose name appears on the warranty registration card filed with NAPOLEON -- provided that the purchase was made through an authorized NAPOLEON dealer and is subject to the following conditions and limitations:

This factory warranty is nontransferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.

The gas fireplace must be installed by a licenced, authorized service technician or contractor. Installation must be done in accordance with the installation instructions included with the product and all local and national building and fire codes.

This limited warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, accident, alterations, abuse or neglect and parts installed from other manufacturers will nullify this warranty.

This limited warranty further does not cover any scratches, dents, corrosion or discolouring caused by excessive heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners nor chipping on porcelain enamel parts, mechanical breakage of PHAZER™ logs and embers, nor any venting components used in the installation of the fireplace.

NAPOLEON warrants its stainless steel burners against defects in workmanship and material for life, subject to the following conditions: During the first 10 years NAPOLEON will replace or repair the defective parts at our option free of charge. From 10 years to life, NAPOLEON will provide replacement burners at 50% of the current retail price.

In the first year only, this warranty extends to the repair or replacement of warranted parts which are defective in material or workmanship provided that the product has been operated in accordance with the operation instructions and under normal conditions.

After the first year, with respect to this President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding to the original warranted purchaser the wholesale price of any warranted but defective part(s).

After the first year, NAPOLEON will not be responsible for installation, labour or any other costs or expenses related to the reinstallation of a warranted part, and such expenses are not covered by this warranty.

Notwithstanding any provisions contained in this President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON’S responsibility under this warranty is defined as above and it shall not in any event extend to any incidental, consequential or indirect damages.

This warranty defines the obligations and liability of NAPOLEON with respect to the NAPOLEON gas fireplace and any other warranties expressed or implied with respect to this product, its components or accessories are excluded.

NAPOLEON neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this product. NAPOLEON will not be responsible for: over-firing, downdrafts, spillage caused by environmental conditions such as rooftops, buildings, nearby trees, hills, mountains, inadequate vents or ventilation, excessive venting configurations, insufficient makeup air, or negative air pressures which may or may not be caused by mechanical systems such as exhaust fans, furnaces, clothes dryers, etc.

Any damages to fireplace, combustion chamber, heat exchanger, brass trim or other component due to water, weather damage, long periods of dampness, condensation, damaging chemicals or cleaners will not be the responsibility of NAPOLEON.

The bill of sale or copy will be required together with a serial number and a model number when making any warranty claims from your authorized dealer. The warranty registration card must be returned within fourteen days to register the warranty.

NAPOLEON reserves the right to have its representative inspect any product or part thereof prior to honouring any warranty claim.

ALL SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUE TO ON-GOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF WOLF STEEL LTD. PATENTS U.S. 5.303.693.801 - CAN. 2.073.411, 2.082.915 & DES 417,497(12.07.1999). © WOLF STEEL LTD.

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

THIS GAS STOVE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the specifics that apply to your area, for example: in Massachusetts State:

•The fireplace damper must be removed or welded in the open posiiton prior to installation of a fireplace insert or gas log.

•The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.

•The flexible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.

•The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion product.

•A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing gas fired appliances

•WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the commonwealth of

Massachusetts.

In absence of local codes, install to the current CAN1-B149 Installation Code in Canada or to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, and NFPA 54 in the United States. Mobile home installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes, install to the current standard for gas equipped mobile housing CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series in Canada or ANSI Z223.1and NFPA 54 in the United States.

Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the stove opened. Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before closing the door.

Under extreme vent configurations, allow several minutes (5-15) for the flame to stabilize after ignition.

All horizontal runs must have a ¼ inch rise per foot.

Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the unit.

The stove 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). The stove 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).

A 1/8 inch NPT plug, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the stove.

The stove, when installed with a blower, must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70-1990 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States. The blower power cord must be connected into a properly grounded receptacle. The grounding prong must not be removed from the cord plug.

GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS STOVE HAS BEEN TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY!

Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water column for natural gas and 11 inches water column for propane. Maximum inlet gas pressure is 7 inches water column for natural gas and 13 inches water column for propane. Manifold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5 inches water column for natural gas and 10 inches water column for propane. For elevations between 2,000 and 4,500 feet above sea level, this fireplace must be de-rated by 10% using the certified high altitude kit. When the fireplace is installed at elevations above 4,500ft, and in the absense of specific recommendations from the local authority having jurisdiction, the certified high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for each additional 1,000ft.

Change in flame appearance from "HI" to "LO" is more evident in natural gas than in propane. Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and to be expected.

GDS50: Maximum input is 44,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and 40,000 BTU/hr for propane. Maximum output for natural gas is 37,000 BTU/hr at an efficiency of 84% with the fan on; Maximum output for propane is 34,400 BTU/hr at an efficiency of 86% with the fan on. Maximum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is 77% for natural gas and 79% for propane. This stove is not approved for closet or recessed installations. It is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed-sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile homes. The natural gas model is suitable for installation in a mobile home that is permanently positioned on its site and fueled with natural gas.

GS50: Maximum input is 44,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and 40,000 BTU/hr for propane. Maximum output for natural gas is 31,200 BTU/

hr at an efficiency of 77% with the fan on and 71% with the fan off; and 30,000 BTU/hr for pro-

pane at an efficiency of 78% with the fan on and 73% with the fan off. Minimum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is 65% for natural gas and 67% for propane. This stove is approved for bedroom and bed-sitting room installations.

CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS

Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean these parts. Buff lightly with a clean dry cloth.

The glass is 3/16" ceramic glass available from your Napoleon / Wolf Steel Ltd. dealer. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. Clean the glass after the first 10 hours of operation with a recommended gas fireplace glass cleaner. Thereafter clean as required. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT! If the glass is not kept clean permanent discolouration and / or blemishes may result.

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LOCATION & CLEARANCES

Provide adequate ventilation and combustion air.

Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and operating the stove. Never obstruct the front opening of the stove.

Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the unit.

GDS50 AND GS50

As long as clearance to combustibles is kept within the required distances, the most desirable and benefical location for a Napoleon stove is in the centre of a building, thereby allowing the most efficient use of the heat created. The location of windows, doors and the traffic flow in the room where the stove is to be located should be considered. If possible, you should choose a location where the vent will pass through the house without cutting a floor or roof joist.

									21-5/8"
28¼"					FIGURE 1				4"ø 8"
14-1/8"											FLUE
									7"ø
											AIR INTAKE
16-7/8"						11"
WINDOW OPENING
						13-3/4"
						21"
			30-3/4"
							GAS LINE LOCATED
								IN PEDESTAL REAR

FIGURE2

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FIGURE3

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DIRECT VENT SPECIFICS - MODEL GDS50

VENTING LENGTHS &

AIR TERMINAL LOCATIONS

Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp or American Metal Amerivent venting components.

Minimum and maximum vent lengths, for both horizontal and vertical installations, and air terminal locations for either system are set out in this manual and must be adhered to. For Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and American Metal Amerivent, follow the installation procedure provided with the venting components.

For vent systems that provide seals on the inner exhaust flue, only the outer air intake joints must be sealed using a red high temperature silicone (RTV). This same sealant maybe used on both the inner exhaust and outer intake vent pipe joints of all other approved vent systems except for the exhaust vent pipe connection to the fireplace flue collar which must be sealed using the black high temperature sealant Mill Pac. High temperature sealant must be ordered separately.

Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and American Metal Amerivent venting systems must not be combined.

A starter adaptor must be used and may be purchased from the corresponding supplier:

Supplier	GAS STOVE
Dura-Vent	GDS924N
Amerivent	4DSCB-N1
Direct Temp	4DT-AAN

When using Napoleon venting components, use only the following vent kits: WALL TERMINAL KIT GD175 (7-1/2' of venting included), or 1/12 TO 7/12 PITCH ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD110, 8/12 TO 12/12 ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD111, FLAT ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD112 or STOVE PERISCOPE KIT GD180 (for wall penetration below grade) in conjunction with the appropriate venting components.

These vent kits allow for either hori-

zontal or vertical venting of the stove. FIGURES 4, 5, & 6. The maxi-

mum number of 4" flexible connections is two horizontally or three vertically (excluding the stove and

the air terminal connections).

When terminating vertically, the minimum vertical rise is 34 inches above the stove and the maximum

vertical rise is 40 feet. FIGURE 3.

Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length can create difficulty in burner start-up and/or carboning.

Use an adjustable pipe as the final length of rigid piping to the stove for ease of installation.

We recommend that exhaust vents that pass through unheated spaces be wrapped in a protective sleeve to minimize condensation and reverse flow symptoms. See Trouble Shooting for details.

For optimum flame appearance and stove performance, keep the vent length and number of elbows to a minimum. On extreme vent configurations, allow several minutes (5-15) for the flame to stabilize after lighting. The air terminal must remain unobstructed at all times. Examine the air terminal at least once a year to verify

that it is unobstructed and undamaged. FIGURE4

The maximum horizontal run is 34 inches with a 90o elbow located 29" above the stove. FIGURE 4.

The maximum horizontal run with a 57 inch vertical rise immediately above the stove is 20 feet FIGURE 5.

FIGS 5

HORIZONTALRUNNOTTOEXCEEDVERTICALRISE

180

IF VERTICAL RISES GREATER THAN 57 INCHES ARE NECESSARY, THE INCREASED RISE MUST BE DEDUCTED FROM THE HORIZONTAL RUN.

A terminal shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway which is located betweeen two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings. Local codes or regulations may require different clearances.

Do not allow the inside liner to bunch up on horizontal or vertical runs and elbows. Keep it pulled tight. a 1-1/4" air gap all around between the inner liner and outer stove pipe is required for safe operation. Use a firestop when penetrating interior walls, floor or ceiling.

All horizontal runs must have a minimum ¼ inch rise per foot.

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AIR TERMINAL LOCATIONS

FIGURE 6

		INSTALLATIONS
		CANADIAN	U.S.A.
	A	12 INCHES	12 INCHES	Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony.
	B	12 INCHES	9 INCHES	Clearance to windows or doors that open.
	C	12 INCHES*	12 INCHES*	Clearance to permanently closed windows.
	D	18 INCHES**	18 INCHES**	Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within
				a horizontal distance of 2 feet from the centerline of the terminal.
	E	12 INCHES**	12 INCHES**	Clearance to unventilated soffit.
	F	0 INCHES	0 INCHES	Clearance to an outside corner wall.
		0 INCHES***	0 INCHES***	Clearance to an inside non-combustible corner wall or protruding
				non-combustible obstructions (chimney, etc.).
	G
		2 INCHES***	2 INCHES***	Clearance to an inside combustible corner wall or protruding com-
				bustible obstructions ( vent chase, etc.).
	H	3 FEET	3 FEET****	Clearance to each side of the centerline extended above the meter
				/ regulator assembly to a maximum vertical distance of 15ft.
	I	3 FEET	3 FEET****	Clearance to a service regulator vent outlet.
	J	12 INCHES	9 INCHES	Clearance to a non-mechanical air supply inlet to the building or a
				combustion air inlet to any other appliance.
	K	6 FEET	3 FEET†	Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet.
	L	7 FEET‡	7 FEET****	Clearance above a paved sidewalk or paved driveway located on
				public property unless fitted with a heat shield kit GD-301.
	M	12 INCHES††	12 INCHES****	Clearance under a veranda, porch, deck or balcony.
	N	16 INCHES	16 INCHES	Clearance above the roof.
	O	2 FEET†*	2 FEET†*	Clearance from an adjacent wall including neighbouring buildings.

*Recommended to prevent condensation on windows and thermal breakage

**It is recommended to use a heat shield and to maximize the distance to vinyl clad soffits.

***The periscope GD-201 requires a minimum 18 inches clearance from an inside corner.

****This is a recommended distance. For additional requirements check local codes.

†Three feet above if within 10 feet horizontally.

‡A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway that is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings.

††Permitted only if the veranda, porch, or deck is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor.

†* Recommenced to prevent recirculation of exhaust products. For additional requirements check local codes.

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Use the chart on this page to calculate horizontal runs for vertical rises between 29 and 57 inches. FIGURE 7.

When calculating maximum run lengths, include 10 feet for each 90° elbow or 5 feet for each 45° elbow.

(DO NOT INCLUDE THE FIRST ELBOW DIRECTLY OFF THE UNIT.)

FIGURE7

REQUIRED

VERTICAL

RISE FROM

FIREPLACE

TO FIRST

ELBOW IN

INCHES

OFFSET INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

FIGURE9

CALCULATED HORIZONTAL VENT RUN IN FEET

SPECIAL INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

When a horizontal run is introduced, even though the terminal may be vertical, the installation must be considered

HORIZONTAL.

A through the roof installation requires a total 5 foot rise. FIGURE 8. The location of the fireplace dictates a horizontal run of 5 feet. What is the required vertical rise to the centre of the initial 90° elbow?

The total run is:	5 ft. (through the roof vertical rise)
	10 ft. (90° elbow)
	5 ft. (horizontal run)
	20 ft. (total run)

Using the chart, will determine that a 57 inch minimum vertical rise immediately off the unit is required for satisfactory venting conditions.

ALTHOUGH THE IMMEDIATE

VERTICAL RUN MAY BE

GREATER THAN 57 INCHES, THE

MAXIMUM COMBINATION OF

HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL

RUNS, BEYOND THE 57 INCHES,

MUST NOT EXCEED 20 FEET.

FIGURE8

57"

48"
second	run
first		run
72"

If a first run of 72 inches is required, using the "First Vent Run" on the chart shows that a maximum second run of 48 inches is allowable.

IF NECESSARY, THE FIRST RUN AND THE SECOND RUN MAY BE REVERSED.

FIGURE10

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