Napoleon BGD38NT, BGD38PT Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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

CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CSA 2.22, AND ANSI Z21.50 RESPECTIVELY FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACES.

DIRECT VENT MILLIVOLT SYSTEM

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR

DIRECT VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE

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NATURAL GAS MODEL

PROPANE GAS MODEL

CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS

BGD38NT

BGD38PT

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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PG 2-4 INTRODUCTION

Warranty
General Instructions
General Information
Care of Glass & Plated Parts

5 - 12 VENTING

Venting Lengths
Air Terminal Locations
Typical Vent Installations
Special Vent Installations
Venting Specifications

13

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17 INSTALLATION

Wall and Ceiling Protection
Using Flexible Vent Components
Fireplace Vent Connection
Using Rigid Vent Components
Gas Installation
Mobile Home Installation
Framing
Nailing Tabs
Mantle Installation

18-19 FINISHING

Door Removal & Installation

TABLE of CONTENTS

Louvre Installation
Log Placement
Charcoal Embers
Glowing Embers

PG

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OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

21 OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION /

GD36 THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CON­TROL

22 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

Operating Instructions
Maintenance

23 ADJUSTMENTS

Pilot Burner Adjustment
Venturi Adjustment

24-25 REPLACEMENTS

Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Vent Kits
Terminal Kits
Accessories

26-27 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

28 SERVICE HISTORY

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING

••

• Do not burn wood or other materials in this fireplace.

••

• 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 fireplace.

• Due to high temperatures, the fireplace 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 fireplace.

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

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

• Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified.

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

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

• Do not operate the fireplace with the glass door removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the
glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person. Use only with a glass door certified
with the fireplace.

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

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

NOTE: changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.

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NAPOLEON gas fireplaces 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. Once
assembled the complete fireplace is 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

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The following materials and workmanship in your new The following materials and workmanship in your new

The following materials and workmanship in your new

The following materials and workmanship in your new The following materials and workmanship in your new

ranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber,ranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber,

ranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber,

ranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber,ranted 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 break-heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal break-

heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal break-

heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal break-heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal break­age only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components and alumi-age only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components and alumi-

age only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components and alumi-

age only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components and alumi-age only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components and alumi­num extrusion trims.num extrusion trims.

num extrusion trims.

num extrusion trims.num extrusion trims.

Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves,Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves,

Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves,

Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves,Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves,

thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly arethermal switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are

thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are

thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly arethermal switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are
covered and covered and

covered and

covered and covered and
the limited warranty.the limited warranty.

the limited warranty.

the limited warranty.the limited warranty.

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. RepairLabour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. RepairLabour 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 towork, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to

work, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to

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will provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year ofwill provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of

are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work

are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work

are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work

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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 par ts 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 W arranty , 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 L TD. PATENTS U.S. 5.303.693.801 - CAN. 2.073.41 1, 2.082.915. © WOLF STEEL L TD.

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

THIS GAS FIREPLACE 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
position 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.

• 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 the BGD38 to the current
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current CAN/
CGA B149, Installation Codes. Mobile home installation
must conform with local codes. In the absence of local
codes, install to the current standard for gas equipped
mobile housing CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series in Canada or
the manufactured home construction and safety standard,
Title 24 CFR, part 3280, or the Fire Safety Criteria for manu­factured home installations, Sites and Community Stand­ard ANSI/NFPA 501A in the United States.

The fireplace 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 fireplace 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).

When the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl
tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring,
the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel
extending the full width and depth.

If the optional fan or blower is installed, the junction box
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 70-1996 NATIONAL ELECTRI­CAL CODE in the United States.

GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR YOUR SA TISF ACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUAL­ITY! Maximum input is 26,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and

propane. When the fireplace is installed at elevations above
4,500ft, and in the absence 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.

Maximum output for natural gas is 16,735 BTU/hr at an
efficiency of 64.4% with the fan on, and 17,212 BTU/hr for
propane at an efficiency of 66.2% with the fan on. The maxi­mum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is

56.3% for natural gas and 57.8% for propane.

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.

This fireplace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed­sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile home
installation. The natural gas model can only be installed in a
mobile home that is permanently positioned on its site and
fueled with natural gas.

No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-

No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-

No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re­quired for the gas system operationquired for the gas system operation

quired for the gas system operation.

quired for the gas system operationquired for the gas system operation
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up

and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be
expected.

CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS

Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly
with a clean dry cloth. The BGD38 is factory equipped with
tempered glass. The glass thickness is 3/16". Use only re­placement glass available from your Napoleon dealer. DO
NOT SUBSTITUTE MA TERIALS. 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.

Use only accessories designed for and listed with

your specific fireplace.

Provide adequate ventilation air. Provide adequate
accessibility clearance for servicing and operating
the fireplace. Never obstruct the front opening of
the fireplace.

For safe and proper operation of the fireplace follow
the venting instruction exactly.

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

Provide a means for visually checking the vent con­nection to the fireplace after the fireplace is installed.

The fireplace must be installed against finished
walls. Do not install against a vapour barrier or ex­posed insulation.

Vent lengths that pass through unheated spaces (at­tics, garages, crawl spaces) should be insulated
with the insulation wrapped in a protective sleeve
to minimize condensation.

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

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VENTING

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FIGURE 1

VENTING LENGTHS

Use only Wolf Steel or Simpson Dura-Vent Model DV-GS
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, follow
the installation procedure provided with the venting com­ponents.

When using Wolf Steel venting components, use only ap­proved Wolf Steel rigid / flexible components with the fol­lowing termination kits: WALL TERMINAL KIT GD422, or
1/12 TO 7/12 PITCH ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD410, 8/12 TO
12/12 ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD411, FLAT ROOF TERMI-
NAL KIT GD412 or PERISCOPE KIT GD401 (for wall pen­etration below grade). With flexible venting, in conjunction
with the various terminations, use either the 5 foot vent kit
GD420 or the 10 foot vent kit GD430.

Wolf Steel rigid and flexible venting systems must not
be combined.

Wolf Steel and Simpson Dura-Vent venting systems

must not be combined.

These vent kits allow for either horizontal or vertical venting
of the fireplace. FIGURES 3a, & 5a. The maximum allow-
able horizontal run is 20 feet. The maximum allowable ver­tical vent length is 40 feet. The maximum number of 5" vent
connections is two horizontally or three vertically (exclud­ing the fireplace and the air terminal connections) when
using aluminum flexible venting.

For optimum flame appearance and fireplace perform­ance, keep the vent length and number of elbows to a
minimum.

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.

Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the fireplace
open. 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.

Eight (8") inches is the minimum bend radius allowed
for the 8" diameter flexible liner.

For optimum performance it is recommended that all
horizontal runs have a 1 inch rise per foot when using
Napoleon flexible vent components.

A terminal shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk
or paved driveway which is located between 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 1¼" air
gap all around between the inner liner and outer liner is
required for safe operation. Use a firestop when pen­etrating interior walls, floor or ceiling.

Minimum clearance to combustible con­struction from fireplace and vent sur­faces:

sides, back, bottom and top of the unit 0 inch
recessed depth 18 inches
top, sides and bottom of the vent pipe 1 inch

Horizontal runs may have a 0 inch rise per foot in all
cases using SIMPSON DURA-VENT or NAPOLEON
RIGID OR FLEXIBLE venting components when vent­ing as illustrated in Figures 3, and 4.

Only a clearance to combustibles of 1" all around the
vent pipe is required.

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AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATIONS

INSTALLATIONS

CANADIAN U.S.A.

A

12 INCHES

12 INCHES

Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony.

B

C

12 INCHES

12 INCHES*

9 INCHES

12 INCHES*

Clearance to windows or doors that open.

Clearance to permanently closed windows.

Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within

D

18 INCHES**

12 INCHES**

E

F

0 INCHES

0 INCHES***

G

2 INCHES***

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

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** * The perisco pe GD-2 01 requir es a minimu m 18 inches clearance from an ins ide cor ner.

** *** *
** * *** * *

** * * This is a reco mmend ed distan ce. For addit ional requi rements check local codes.

** * *** * *
†

† Three feet above if wi thin 10 feet horizontal ly.

†
‡

‡ A vent shall not terminate dir ectly above a sidewalk or paved driveway that is located between two single fam

‡

† †† †

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

† †† †
† *† *

† * Rec omm enc ed to prev ent rec irculation of ex hau st pro duc ts. For addi tional requi re men ts check loca l codes.

† *† *

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3 FEET

3 FEET

12 INCHES

6 FEET

7 FEET‡

12 INCHES††

16 INCHES

2 FEET†*

dwe llings and serves both dwellings.

18 INCHES**

12 INCHES**

0 INCHES

0 INCHES***

2 INCHES***

3 FEET****

3 FEET****

9 INCHES

3 FEET†

7 FEET****

12 INCHES****

16 INCHES

2 FEET†*

a horizontal distance of 2 feet from the centerline of the terminal.

Clearance to unventilated soffit.

Clearance to an outside corner wall.

Clearance to an inside non-combustible corner wall or protruding
non-combustible obstructions (chimney, etc.).

Clearance to an inside combustible corner wall or protruding com­bustible obstructions ( vent chase, etc.).

Clearance to each side of the centerline extended above the meter
/ regulator assembly to a maximum vertical distance of 15ft.

Clearance to a service regulator vent outlet.

Clearance to a non-mechanical air supply inlet to the building or a
combustion air inlet to any other appliance.

Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet.

Clearance above a paved sidewalk or paved driveway located on
public property unless fitted with a heat shield kit GD-301.

Clearance under a veranda, porch, deck or balcony.

Clearance above the roof.

Clearance from an adjacent wall including neighbouring buildings.

TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS

For optimum performance, it is recommended
that all horizontal runs have a 1 inch rise per foot.

When terminaWhen termina

When termina

When terminaWhen termina
minimum 36 inches and a maximum 40 feet fromminimum 36 inches and a maximum 40 feet from

minimum 36 inches and a maximum 40 feet from

minimum 36 inches and a maximum 40 feet fromminimum 36 inches and a maximum 40 feet from
the centre of the fireplace flue outlet.the centre of the fireplace flue outlet.

the centre of the fireplace flue outlet.

the centre of the fireplace flue outlet.the centre of the fireplace flue outlet.

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FIGURES 3

SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS

PERISCOPE TERMINATION

Use the GD401 periscope kit to locate the air termination
above grade. The periscope must be installed so that when
final grading is completed, the bottom air slot is located a
minimum of 12 inches above grade. The maximum allow­able vent length depends on the fireplace, as illustrated.

FIGURE 4

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VENTING APPLICATION FLOW CHART

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equal to or

equal to orequal to or
greatergreater

greater

greatergreater
than thethan the

than the

than thethan the
horizontalhorizontal

horizontal

horizontalhorizontal
runrun

run

runrun

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DEFINITIONS

for the following symbols used in the venting calcula­tions and examples are:

> - greater than
> - equal to or greater than
< - less than
< - equal to or less than

H

- total of both horizontal vent lengths (HR) and offsets

T

) in feet

(H

H
H

V

O

- combined horizontal vent lengths in feet

R

- offset factor: .03(total degrees of offset - 90°*) in

O

feet

- combined vertical vent lengths in feet

T

TOP EXIT / HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

when (H
Simple venting configuration (only one 90° elbow)

) < (VT)

T

FIGURE 5

ELBOW VENT LENGTH VALUES

feet inches

1° 0.03 0.5
15° 0.45 6.0
30° 0.9 11.0
45° 1.35 16.0
90°* 2.7 32.0

* the first 90° offset has a zero value and is shown in
the formula as -90°

For vent configurations requiring more than one 90° el­bow, the following formulas apply:

Formula 1: HT < V
Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

Example 1:

T

90°

H

2

See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the
required horizontal run HT.

VERTICAL
RISE IN
FEET

V

T

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H

The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HT and V

.

T

V

2

FIGURE 6

H

1

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

R

H

O

H

T

T

HT + V

Formula 1: H

Formula 2: H

90°

V

1

=3 ft
=8 ft
=

V

+

V

=

1

= 2.5 ft
=2 ft
= H1 + H2 = 2.5 + 2 = 4.5 ft
=.

03(three 90° elbows - 90°) = .03(270° - 90°) = 5.4 ft

= HR + HO = 4.5 + 5.4 = 9.9 ft

= 9.9 + 11 = 20.9 f t

T

3 + 8 = 1 1 ft

2

< V

T

9.9 < 1 1

T

+ VT < 40 feet

T

20.9 < 40

Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is ac­ceptable.

90°

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TOP EXIT / HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

when (Ht) > (V

Simple venting configuration (only one
90° elbow)

See graph to determine the required ver­tical rise VT for the required horizontal
run HT.

)

t

FIGURE 7

Example 3:

V

90°

2

H

H

4

3

H

1

H

V

2

90°

1

FIGURE 9

REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
INCHES

V

T

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H

T

The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HT and V

.

T

For vent configurations requiring more than one 90° elbow
the following formulas apply:

Formula 1: HT < 4.2 V

T

Formula 2: HT + VT < 24.75 feet

H

Example 2:

V

1

1

90°

FIGURE 8

H

2

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

3

H

4

H

R

H

O

H

T

HT + V

Formula 1:H

Formula 2:H

=4 ft
= 1.5 ft
= V1 + V2 = 4 + 1.5 = 5.5 ft
=2 ft
=1 ft
=1 ft
= 1.5 ft
= H1 + H2 + H3 + H4 = 2 + 1 + 1 + 1. 5 = 5.5 ft
= .03(four 90° elbows - 90°) = .03(360° - 90°) = 8.1 ft
= HR + HO = 5.5 + 8.1 = 13.6 ft
= 13.6 + 5.5 = 19.1 ft

T

< 4.2 V

T

13.6 < 23.1

+ VT < 24.75 feet

T

4.2 V

T

= 4.2 x 5.5 = 23.1 ft

T

19.1 < 24.75

Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is ac­ceptable.

V
H
H
H
H
H

HT + V

Formula 1: H

Formula 2: H

= VT = 6 ft

1

=3 ft

1

=5 ft

2

= H1 + H2 = 3 + 5 = 8 ft

R

= .03(two 90° elbows - 90°) = .03(180° - 90°) = 2.7 ft

O

= HR + HO = 8 + 2.7 = 10.7 ft

T

=

10.7 + 6 =16.7

T

10.7 < 25.2

< 4.2 V

T

+ VT < 24.75 feet

T

T

4.2 V

= 4.2 x 6 = 25.2 ft

T

16.7 < 24.75

Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is ac­ceptable.

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11

when (H

) < (Vt)

t

Simple venting configurations

FIGURE 10

See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the
required horizontal run HT.

REQUIRED
VERTICAL RISE
IN FEET

V

T

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET

H

The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HT and V

.

T

For vent configurations requiring elbows, the following for­mulas apply:

Formula 1: HT < V

T

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

Example 4:

FIGURE 11

90°

H

H

1

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

3

H

R

H

O

H

T

HT + V

Formula 1: H

T

Formula 2: H

Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is ac­ceptable.

=5 f t
=10 ft
=

V

+

V

=

1

5 + 10 = 15 ft

2

=1 f t
=3 f t
=2.5 ft
=H1 + H2 + H3 = 1 + 3 + 2.5 = 6.5 ft
=.03(four 90° elbows - 90°)
=.03(90 + 90 + 90 + 90 - 90) = 8.1 ft
=HR + HO = 6.5 + 8.1 = 14.6 ft
= 14.6 + 15 = 29.6 ft

T

< V

T

14.6 < 15

T

+ VT < 40 feet

T

29.6 < 40

V

2

90°

H

3

1

90°

V

90°

2

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TOP EXIT VERTICAL TERMINATION

when (H
Simple venting configurations
See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the

required horizontal run HT.

For vent configurations requiring elbows, the following for­mulas apply:

MAXIMUM
VERTICAL
RISE IN
FEET

V

T

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET

The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HT and V

Formula 1: HT < 3V
Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

) > (Vt)

t

FIGURE 12

.

T

T

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

R

H

O

=

V

+

V

+

V

=

1

2

2 + 1 + 1.5 = 4.5 ft

3

=6 f t
=2 f t
=H1 + H2 = 6 + 2 = 8 ft
=.03(four 90° elbows - 90°)
=.03(90 + 90 + 90 + 90 - 90) = 8.1 ft

H

T

H

T

Formula 1: H

=HR + HO = 8 + 8.1 = 16.1 ft

+ V

= 16.1 + 4.5 = 20.6 ft

T

< 3V

T

3V

16.1 > 13.5

T

=

3 x

T

4.5 = 13.5 ft

Since this formula is not met, this vent configuration is
unacceptable.

Formula 2: H

+ VT < 40 feet

T

20.6 < 40

Since only formula 2 is met, this vent configuration is unac­ceptable and a new fireplace location or vent configuration
will need to be established to satisfy both formulas.

Example 6:

H

V

1

V

2

V

T

T

H

90°

1

=1.5 ft
=5 f t
=

V

1

+

90°

H

V

V

=

1.5 + 5 = 6.5 ft

2

H

2

1

3

45°

H

4

FIGURE 14

V

2

90°

Example 5:

V

1

V

2

V

3

=2 f t
=1 f t
=1.5 ft

90°

V

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H

1

H

2

H

3

H

90°

V

3

H

1

H

1

V

2

2

90°

90°

4

H

R

H

O

H

T

HT + V

Formula 1: H

Formula 2: H

FIGURE 13

Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is ac-

=1 f t
=1 f t
=1 f t
=10.75 ft
=H1 + H2 + H3 + H4 = 1 + 1 + 1 + 10.75 = 13.75 ft
=.03(four 90° elbows + one 45° elbow - 90°)
=.03(90 + 90 + 90 + 90 + 45 - 90) = 9.45 ft
=HR + HO = 13.75 + 9.45 = 23.2 ft
= 23.2 + 6.5 = 29.7 ft

T

< 3V

T

19.5 = 19.5

T

T

3V

=

3 x

6.5 = 19.5 ft

T

+ VT < 40 feet

29.7 < 40

ceptable.

INSTALLATION

WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION

13

FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERA TION OF THE FIREPLACE,
FOLLOW THE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTL Y .

A HEA T SHIELD MUST BE USED IF THE WALL TERMINAL IS
INST ALLED ON COMBUSTIBLE, EXTERIOR SURFACES.

NOTE: Only a clearance to combustibles of 1" all
around the vent pipe is required.

HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION

This application occurs when
venting through an exterior
wall. Having determined the air
terminal location, cut and frame
a hole in an exterior wall with a
minimum opening as required.
See Note above. (As an alterna­tive to framing, a vent pipe shield
may be installed, ensuring a 1"
clearance to combustibles.

See Figure 16.)

1. Mark and cut the vent pipe
shield to the determined depth of the combustible wall.
Apply a bead of caulking (not supplied) to the framework or
to the shield plate (in the case of a finished wall) and se­cure the shield through the opening to the interior wall. The

final location of the vent pipe shield should maintain the
required clearance to the 8" vent pipe / liner. (See note
above). Do not fill this cavity with any type of material. Ap-

ply a bead of caulking all around and place a firestop spacer
over the vent shield to restrict cold air from being drawn
into the room or around the fireplace. Ensure that both
spacer and shield maintain the required clearance to
combustibles. Once the vent pipe / liner is installed in its
final position, apply sealant between the pipe / liner and
the firestop spacer.

FIGURE 15

OR

VERTICAL INSTALLATION

This application occurs
when venting through a
roof. Installation kits for
various roof pitches are
available from your Na­poleon dealer. See Ac­cessories to order the
specific kit required.

1. Determine the air
terminal location, cut
and frame 10 inch open­ings in the ceiling and the roof to provide the minimum 1
inch clearance between the fireplace pipe / liner and any
combustible material. Try to center the exhaust pipe loca­tion midway between two joist to prevent having to cut them.
Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the openings. DO
NOT FILL THIS SPACE WITH ANY TYPE OF MATERIAL. A
vent pipe shield will prevent any materials such as insula­tion, from filling up the 1" air space around the pipe. Nail
headers between
the joist for extra
support.

2. Apply a bead of
caulking (not sup­plied) to the frame­work or to the Wolf
Steel vent pipe
shield plate or equivalent (in the case of a finished ceiling),
and secure over the opening in the ceiling. FIGURE 18. A
firestop must be placed on the bottom of each framed open­ing in a roof or ceiling that the venting system passes
through. Apply a bead of caulking all around and place a
firestop spacer over the vent shield to restrict cold air from
being drawn into the room or around the fireplace. Ensure
that both spacer and shield maintain the required clear­ance to combustibles. Once the vent pipe / liner is installed
in its final position, apply sealant between the pipe / liner
and the firestop spacer.

FIGURE 18

FIGURE 17

FIGURE 16

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USING FLEXIBLE VENT COMPONENTS

Use only approved aluminum flexi­ble liner kits marked:

"Wolf Steel Approved Venting" as identified by the
stamp only on the 8” outer liner.

HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION

FIGURE 19

1. Cut or frame a hole in an exterior wall with a minimum
round or square opening listed on page 5. Secure the
firestop spacer over the opening to the interior wall.

2. Stretch the 5" diameter aluminum flexible liner to the
required length taking into account the additional length
needed for the finished wall surface. Slip the liner a mini­mum of 2" over the inner sleeve of the air terminal and
secure with 3 #8 screws. Apply a heavy bead of the high
temperature sealant.

3. Using the 8" diameter flexible aluminum liner, slide
over the outer combustion air sleeve of the air terminal and
secure with 3 #8 screws. Seal as before.

4. Insert the liners through the firestop maintaining the
required clearance to combustibles. Holding the air termi­nal (lettering in an upright, readable position), secure to
the exterior wall and make weather tight by sealing with
caulking (not supplied).

5. Apply a heavy bead of the high temperature sealant,
supplied with the unit, to the inside of the 5" liner approxi­mately 1" from the end. Slip the liner a minimum of 2" over
the fireplace vent collar and secure with 3 #8 screws.

6. Using the 8" diameter flexible aluminium liner, apply
sealant, slide a minimum of 2" over the fireplace combus­tion air collar and secure with 3 #8 screws.

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EXTENDED HORIZONTAL

AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION

Use the GD420 vent kit and couplers for this application.
If more than one length of liner needs to be used to reach

the fireplace, couple them together as illustrated in
FIGURE 20. Seal the joints using the same procedure as
described in points 2 and 3. The vent system must be sup­ported approximately every 3 feet for both vertical and hori­zontal runs. Use Wolf Steel support ring assemblies, or
equivalent noncombustible strapping to maintain the mini­mum 1" clearance to combustibles as well as to prevent
sagging.

Spacers are attached to the 5" inner flex liner at prede­termined intervals to maintain a 1-1/4" air gap to the 8"
outer liner. These spacers must not be removed.

FIGURE 20

VERTICAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION

1. Fasten the roof support to
the roof using the screws pro­vided. FIGURE 21. The roof sup­port is optional. In this case the
venting is to be adequately sup­ported using either an alternate
method suitable to the authority
having jurisdiction or the op­tional roof support.

2. Stretch the 5" diameter alu­minium flexible liner to the re­quired length. Slip the liner a
minimum of 2" over the inner
sleeve of the air terminal and se­cure with 3 #8 screws. Seal us­ing a heavy bead of the high
temperature sealant.

3. Repeat using the 8" diam­eter flexible aluminium liner.

4. Thread the air terminal pipe assembly down through
the roof. The air terminal must be located vertically and
plumb. Attach the air terminal assembly to the roof support,
ensuring that a minimum 16" of air terminal will penetrate
the roof when fastened.

DO NOT CLAMP THE FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER.

5. Remove nails from the shingles, above and to the
sides of the chimney. Place the flashing over the air termi­nal and slide it underneath the sides and upper edge of
the shingles. Ensure that the air terminal is properly
centered within the flashing, giving a 3/4" margin all around.
Fasten to the roof.

FIGURE 22

FIGURE 21

15

TELESCOPIC SLEEV

Do not nail through
the lower portion of the
flashing. Make
weather-tight by seal­ing with caulking.
Where possible, cover
the sides and top
edges of the flashing
with roofing material.

6. Apply a heavy
bead of weatherproof caulking 2 inches above the flash­ing. Slide the storm collar around the air terminal and down
to the caulking. Tighten to ensure that a weather-tight seal
between the air terminal and the collar is achieved. Attach
the other storm collar centered between the air intake and
the air exhaust slots onto the air terminal. T ighten securely.

FIGURE 23. Attach the vertical rain cap.
Spacers are attached to the 5" inner flex liner at prede-

termined intervals to maintain a 1-1/4" air gap to the 8"
outer liner. These sp acers must not be removed.

FIGURE 23

7. If more liner needs to be used to reach the fireplace,
follow the same procedure as found in EXTENDED HORI-
ZONT AL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLA TION. The vent system
must be supported approximately every 3 feet for both ver­tical and horizontal runs. Use Wolf Steel support ring as­sembly or equivalent noncombustible strapping to main­tain a clearance to combustibles.

FIREPLACE VENT CONNECTION

1. Install the 5 inch diameter aluminium flexible liner to
the fireplace. Secure with 3 screws and flat washers. Seal
the joint and screw holes using the high temperature seal­ant provided. FIGURE 24.

2. Install the 8 inch diameter aluminium flexible liner to
the fireplace. Attach and seal the joints.

FIGURE 24

USING RIGID VENT COMPONENTS

The vent system must be supported approximately every 3
feet for both vertical and horizontal runs. Use Wolf Steel
vent spacers every 3 feet and either side of each elbow to
maintain the minimum 1¼" clearance between the outer
and inner vent pipes. Use Wolf Steel support ring assem­bly or equivalent noncombustible strapping to maintain the
minimum clearance to combustibles for both vertical and
horizontal runs.

HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION

FIGURE 25

1. Move the fireplace into position. Meas­ure the vent length required between ter­minal and fireplace taking into account
the additional length needed for the finished wall surface and
any 1¼" overlaps between venting components.

2. Apply high temperature sealant to the outer edge of the 5"
inner collar of the fireplace. Att ach the first vent component and
secure using 3 self tapping screws. Repeat using 8" piping.

3. Holding the air terminal (with the ai r defl ector s to th e
top), insert into both vent pipes with a twisting motion to ensure
that both the terminal sleeves engage into the vent pipes and
sealant. Secure the terminal to the exterior wall and make
weather tight by sealing with caulking (not supplied).

The air terminal mounting plate may be recessed into the
exterior wall or siding by 1½", the depth of the return flange.

EXTENDED HORIZONTAL AND CORNER

AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION

1. Follow the instructions for "Horizontal Air Terminal In­stallations", items 1 to 3.

2. Continue adding components alternating inner and
outer venting. Ensure that all 5" venting and elbows have
sufficient vent spacers attached and each component is
securely fastened to the one prior. Attach the 5" telescopic
sleeve to the vent run.

Repeat using a 8" tel­escopic sleeve. Secure
and seal as before. To
facilitate completion, at­tach 5" and 8" couplers
to the air terminal.

3. Install the air terminal. See item 3 of
the Horizontal Air Terminal Installation.

Extend the 5" telescopic sleeve; connect
to the air terminal assembly. Fasten with
self tapping screws and seal. Repeat
using the 8" telescopic sleeve.

AIR TERMINAL

20"
COUPLER

FIGURE 26

VENTING

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T
E

R

VERTICAL VENTING INSTALLATION GAS INSTALLATION

1. Move the fireplace into position.

2. Fasten the roof support to the roof using the screws

provided. FIGURE 22. The roof support is optional. In this
case the venting is to be adequately supported using ei­ther an alternate method suitable to the authority having
jurisdiction or the optional roof support.

3. Apply high temperature sealant to the outer edge of the
inner sleeve of the air terminal. Slip a 5" diameter coupler a
minimum of 2" over the sleeve and secure using 3 screws.

4. Apply high temperature seal-
ant to the outer edge of the of the
outside sleeve of the air terminal.
Slip a 8" diameter coupler over the
sleeve and secure as before. FIG-
URE 27. Trim the 8" coupler even
with the 5" coupler end.

5. Thread the air terminal pipe
assembly down through the roof
support and attach, ensuring that
a minimum 16" of air terminal will
penetrate the roof when fas­tened. FIGURE 2 2. If the attic

space is tight, we recommend
threading the Wolf Steel vent pipe
collar or equivalent loosely onto
the air terminal assembly as it is
passed through the attic.
FIGURE 28. The air terminal must

be located vertically and plumb.

6. Remove nails from the shingles, above and to the
sides of the chimney. Place the flashing over the air termi­nal and slide it underneath the sides and upper edge of
the shingles. Ensure that the air terminal is properly
centered within the flashing, giving a 3/4" margin all around.
Fasten to the roof. Do NOT nail through the lower portion of
the flashing. Make weather-tight by sealing with caulking.
Where possible, cover the sides and top edges of the flash­ing with roofing material. FIGURE 23.

7. Apply a heavy bead of waterproof caulking 2 inches
above the flashing. Slide the storm collar around the air
terminal and down to the caulking. Tighten to ensure that a
weather-tight seal between the air terminal and the collar
is achieved. Attach the other storm collar centered between
the air intake and air exhaust slots onto the air terminal.
Tighten securely. Attach the rain cap.

8. Continue adding rigid venting sections, sealing and
securing as above. Attach a 5" collapsed telescopic pipe
to the last section of rigid piping. Secure with screws and
seal. Repeat using a 8" telescopic pipe.

9. Run a bead of high temperature sealant around the
outside of the 5" collar on the fireplace. Pull the adjustable
pipe a minimum of 2" onto the collar. Secure with 3 screws.
Repeat with the 8" telescopic pipe.

10. In the attic, slide the vent pipe collar down to cover up
the open end of the shield and tighten. This will prevent
any materials, such as insulation, from filling up the 1" air
space around the pipe.

FIGURE 27

VENT PIPE
SHIELD

FIGURE 28

VEN

PIP

COLLA

Proceed once the vent installation is complete.

1. Move the fireplace into position and secure using the

nailing tabs and/or secure to the floor through the ¼"diam­eter holes located at either end of the base.

2. Route a 3/8" N.P.T. black iron gas line, 1/2" type-L cop-

per tubing or equivalent to the fireplace.

3. For ease of accessibility, an optional remote wall switch
or millivolt thermostat may be installed in a convenient lo­cation. Route 2-strand (solid core) millivolt wire through
the electrical hole located at the bottom left side of the unit.
The recommended maximum lead length depends on wire
size:

WIRE SIZE MAX. LENGTH

14 gauge 100 feet
16 gauge 60 feet

18 gauge 40 feet
Attach the two leads to terminals 1 and 3 located on the
gas valve.

FIGURE 29

1

2

3

L

O

T

L

O

F

I

H

P

I

O

F

N

O

P

L

T

I

O

4. Install rigid black pipe, 1/2" type-L copper tubing or, if
local codes permit, a 3/8" flex connector and shutoff valve
to the gas line and the fireplace gas valve.

FIGURE 30

The gas line and the shutoff valve (if so equipped) must
not interfere with the opening and closing of the door
latch.

Seal and tighten securely. An adapter fitting is required
between the gas valve and the copper tubing or flex con­nector.

DD

Do not kink flex connector.

DD

5. Check for gas leaks by brushing on a soap and water

solution.

Do not use open flame.

Do not connect either the wall switch, thermostat or gas
valve to electricity (110 volts).

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

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MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION

In Canada, mobile home installation may be vented hori­zontally or vertically. In the United States, it may only be
installed vertically. See "Vertical Venting" or "Horizontal Air
Terminal Installation" for installation.

The fireplace is equipped with two 1/4" diameter holes
located in the front left and right corners of the base. For
mobile home installations, the fireplace must be fastened
in place. Use #10 hex head screws, inserted through the
holes in the base to secure. It is recommended that the
fireplace be secured in all installations.

Always turn off the pilot and the fuel supply at the
source, prior to moving the mobile home.

After moving the mobile home and prior to lighting the
fireplace, ensure that the logs are positioned correctly.

FRAMING

It is best to frame your fireplace after it is positioned and
the vent system is installed. Use 2x4's and frame to local
building codes. FIGURES 31-33.

FIGURE 31

It is not necessary to install a hearth extension with this
fireplace system.

Note: In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation
or vapour barrier coming in contact with the
fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of the
fireplace enclosure be “finished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as
you would finish any other outside wall of a home. This will
ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within
the cavity.
When roughing in the fireplace, raise the fireplace to ac­commodate for the thickness of the finished floor materi­als, i.e. tile, carpeting, hard wood, which if not planned for
will interfere with the opening of the lower access door and
the installation of many decorative flashing accessories.

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

Combustible materials may be installed flush with the front
of the fireplace but must not cover or protrude past any of
the black face-areas of the fireplace. Non-combustible ma­terial (brick, stone or ceramic tile) may protrude in these
areas.

NAILING TABS

To install the fireplace face flush with the finished wall,
position the framework to accommodate the thickness of
the finished wall. Bend out the four nailing tabs, attached on
either side of the fireplace and secure to the 2x4 framing. The
tabs will facilitate the installation of either a
wall thickness.

The nailing tabs must not be removed.

3

/

" or a 1" finished

4

FIGURES 33

FIGURE 32

MANTLE INSTALLATION

Combustible mantle clearance can vary according to the
mantle depth. Use the graph to help evaluate the clear­ance needed. Curtains, above the fireplace, must not be
positioned lower than the 3" distance required for the 3"
combustible mantle. These same requirements apply to

any combustibles protruding on either side of the fire­place.

FIGURES 34

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FINISHING

DOOR REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Lift up and remove the upper
louvres. Open the valve control
door. Release the top and bot­tom door latches, located at the
right side of the door.

To close the door, repeat in re­verse order.

The door latch holes are elongated for door levelling. To
level the door may need to be lifted up at the right side
before latching to ensure the door is level.

FIGURE 35

GVFL LOUVRE INSTALLATION

Remove the pro­tective plastic wrap
from the louvres
and install as illus­trated.

Clip each upper
louvre into a slot on
the louvre bracket.
Ensure that the
louvres are
centered within the
opening.

FIGURE 36a
UPPER LOUVRE INST ALLA TION

HINGE
SCREEN

FIGURES 37a-d

FIGURE 36b: LOWER LOUVRE ASSEMBL Y

Secure the lower louvre assembly to the lip of the fireplace
base as shown.

Position the hinge screen into place and with the control
door open, secure to the firebox using three screws.

LOUVRE
BRACKET

L38 LOUVRE INSTALLATION

FIGURE 37 a-c

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CLIPS

CENTRE

SLOT

FLANGE

SLOT

TAB

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HOOD

Attach the hood by pressing the
top flange into the clips along
the top of the louvre opening.
Secure using a screw through
the centre slot.

UPPER LOUVRES

Insert the louvre tabs into the
slots located at the top left and
right corners of the unit.

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HINGE

CLIP

SLOT

LOWER LOUVRES

Insert the hinge clips into the
slots located at the bottom left
and right corners of the unit.

To remove the louvres, pull the
back tabs of the clips forward,
while pushing the louvre assem­bly back. Lift the clip.

LOG PLACEMENT

TM

PHAZER

places, provide a unique and realistic glowing effect that is
different in every installation. Take the time to carefully po­sition the glowing embers for a maximum glowing effect.
Log colours may vary. During the initial use of the fireplace,
the colours will become more uniform as colour pigments
burn in during the heat activated curing process.

logs and glowing embers exclusive to Napoleon Fire-

FIGURE 38a-f

#1

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#5

4. Position the notch located on the end of the center log
(#5) against the middle grate post with the other end of the
log resting in the pocket of the left crossover log.

SIDEVIEW

TAB

1. Place the back log (#1) onto the log
support tray and in front of the tabs. The
tabs maintain an air space between the
log and firebox back to facilitate combus­tion air flow. Ensure that the back of the log
rests against the brackets on the back wall
of the firebox.

#2 #3

2. Move the two small logs (#2 & #3) into position, lining
up the studs located on the burner with the holes on the
bottom of the logs. Ensure that the small logs sit flat on the
burner.

#6

5. Place the bottom of the right crossover log (#6) against
the right firebox side and pulled forward to the grate. The
top of the log should rest in the pocket provided on the
center log (#5).

CHARCOAL EMBERS

Randomly place the charcoal embers along the front and
sides of the log support tray in a realistic manner. Fine

dust found in the bottom of the bag should not be used.

GLOWING EMBERS

Tear the embers into pieces and place along the front row
of ports covering all of the burner area in front of the small
logs (#2 & #3). Care should be taken to shred the embers
into

thin, small irregular pieces as only the exposed edges

of the fibre hairs will glow. The ember material will only

glow when exposed to direct flame; however, care
should be taken to not block the burner ports.

Blocked burner ports can cause an incorrect flame pattern,
carbon deposits and delayed ignition. PHAZERTM logs glow
when exposed to direct flame. Use only certified "glowing
embers" and PHAZERTM logs available from your Napo­leon dealer.

#4

3. Place the bottom of the left crossover log (#4) against
the left firebox side and pulled forward to the grate.
The top of the log should rest in the pocket on the back log.

LOGO PLACEMENT

Remove the backing of the
logo supplied and place on the
glass viewing door, as
indicated.

½"

LOGO

½"

FIGURE 39

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INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED IN­STALLER and 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/NFP A 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the
United States

If the fireplace was not previously equipped with a
blower: route a grounded 2-wire, 60hz power cable to the

receptacle / junction box. At this point, it must be strain
relieved and insulated.

The three slots on the
blower mounting
bracket allow ease of
adjustment when
attaching the blower.
For a quiet running
blower, do not allow the
assembly to sit on the
firebox base.

Slide the vibration reducing pad (A) into the clip (C) and up
against the threaded stud (B) at the other end. The blower
must be able to be positioned entirely onto the pad.

Tilt the blower onto its side. Slide it past the controls and
into the clip (C). Secure to the threaded stud using the lock
washer and wing nut provided. Ensure that the blower
does not touch the fireplace base or the firebox.

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SLOTS

FIGURE 41

Attach the connectors from
the black and white wires
to the thermodisc and se­cure the thermodisc
bracket to the securing
stud at the bottom left of
the unit using a lock
washer and wing nut. En­sure that the thermodisc
touches the firebox wall.

Attach the connectors from
the black and red wires to
the blower.

Attach and secure the vari­able speed switch using
the nut provided. Plug the
harness cord into the re­ceptacle.

FIGURE 45

THERMODISC

RECEPTACLE

JUNCTION

GROUND
SCREW

FIGURE 44

BOX

The wire harness provided in this kit is a universal
harness. When installed, ensure that any excess
wire is contained, preventing it from making con­tact with moving or hot objects.

Because the blower is thermally activated, when
turned on, it will automatically start approximately
10 minutes after lighting the fireplace and will run
for approximately 30-45 minutes after the fireplace
has been turned off. Use of the fan increases the
output of heat.

Drywall dust will penetrate into the blower bear­ings, causing irreparable damage. Care must be
taken to prevent drywall dust from coming into
contact with the blower or its compartment. Any
damage resulting from this condition is not cov­ered by the warranty policy.

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FIGURE 42

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FIGURE 43

OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY A QUALI­FIED INSTALLER and must be connected and grounded

in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local
codes, use the current CSA C22.1 C

ANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in

Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the
United States.

To safely install the fan, turn off the electricity first.

OPEN ENDED
SLOTS

OPTIONAL THERMOSTATIC

JUNCTION BOX

RECEPTACLE /

SENSOR

VARIABLE SPEED/

PIEZO IGNITOR

BRACKET

FIGURE 46

If the fireplace was not previously equipped with a fan:

route a grounded 2-wire, 60hz power cable to the junction
box. At this point, it must be strain relieved and insulated.

The wire harness provided in this kit is a universal har­ness. When installed, ensure that any excess wire is con­tained, preventing it from making contact with moving or
hot objects.

To ease installation of the fan,
remove the hinge screen and
valve control door (lower lou­vres) from the base of the fire­place.

Position the vibration reducing
pad into the clip and onto the
threaded stud at the other end,

FIGURE 47

piercing a hole into the pad. The
fan assembly must be able to be positioned entirely onto
the pad.

Slide the fan assembly past the controls and into the clip.
Secure using the lock washer and nut provided.

Plug the harness cord into the receptacle.

GD36 THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CONTROL

This optional kit is meant to be used only in conjunction
with the GD65 Fan Kit, shown above, which may be or­dered from your Wolf Steel / Napoleon dealer.

With the thermostatic sensor option, the fan, when turned
on, becomes thermally activated, and will automatically run
approximately 15-30 minutes after the fireplace has been
lit and for approximately 30-45 minutes after the fireplace
has been turned off.

THERMODISC

FIGURE 48

SENSOR ASSEMBLY

RECEPTACLE /

JUNCTION BOX

BRACKET

Use of the fan increases the output of heat.
Unplug the power cord from the receptacle. Connect all

wires as shown.
Attach and secure the sensor assembly bracket to the se-

curing stud located next to the receptacle/junction box at
the bottom left of the unit using the lock washer and wing
nut. Ensure that the thermodisc touches the firebox wall.

Plug the power cord back into the receptacle.
When installed, ensure that any excess wire is contained,

preventing it from making contact with moving or hot ob­jects.

FIGURE 49

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OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

When lit for the first time, the fireplace will emit a slight
odour for a few hours. This is a normal temporary condi­tion caused by the curing of the logs and the "burn-in" of
internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing
process and will not occur again.

After extended periods of non-operation such as following
a vacation or a warm weather season, the fireplace may
emit a slight odour for a few hours. This is caused by dust
particles in the heat exchanger burning off. In both cases,
open a window to sufficiently ventilate the room.

Purge the gas line with the glass door open. Assure
that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before clos­ing the door.

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING:

A. This fireplace is equipped with a pilot which must be

lit by hand while following these instructions exactly.

B. Before operating smell all around the fireplace area

for gas and next to the floor because some gas is
heavier than air and will settle on the floor

C. Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob. Never

use tools. If the knob will not turn by hand, do not 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 fireplace if any part has been under

water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the fireplace and replace any part of the control
system and any gas control which has been under water.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: The gas valve has an interlock device which
will not allow the pilot burner to be lit until the thermocou­ple has cooled. Allow approximately 60 seconds for the
thermocouple to cool.

When lighting and re-lighting, the gas knob cannot be
turned from pilot to off unless the knob is depressed

slightly.

1. Stop! Read the above safety information on this label.

2. Turn off all electric power to the fireplace.

3. Turn the gas knob clockwise to off.

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

including near the floor. Stop! Follow "B" in the above safety

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

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• Turn off all gas to the fireplace.

• Open windows.

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do

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GAS KNOB

• 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.

information on this label. If you don't smell gas go the next step.

5. Turn gas knob counter-clockwise

to pilot.

6. Depress slightly and hold gas knob while lighting the
pilot with the push button ignitor. Keep knob depressed
for one minute, then release. If pilot does not continue to
burn, repeat steps 3 through 5.

7. With pilot lit, depress and turn gas knob counter-clock­wise to on.

8. If equipped with remote on-off switch/thermostat, main
burner may not come on when you turn valve to on. Remote
switch must be in the on position to ignite burner.

9. Turn on all electric power to the fireplace.

1. Turn off all electric power to the fireplace if service is

to be performed.

Turn off the gas and electrical power before servicing
the fireplace.

CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when serv­icing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dan­gerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
This fireplace and its venting system should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualified service per­son. The fireplace area must be kept clear and free of com­bustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapours
and liquids. The flow of combustion and ventilation air must
not be obstructed.

1. In order to properly clean the burner and pilot assembly,
remove the logs to expose both assemblies.

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TO TURN OFF GAS

2. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock­wise

MAINTENANCE

2. Keep the control compartment, logs, burner, air shutter
opening and the area surrounding the logs clean by vacu­uming or brushing, at least once a year.

3. Check to see that all burner ports are burning. Clean out
any of the ports which may not be burning or are not burn­ing properly.

4. Check to see that the pilot flame is large enough to
engulf the thermocouple and thermopile and reaches to­ward the burner with the third jet.

5. Replace the cleaned logs.

6. Check to see that the main burner ignites completely on all

openings when the gas knob for the burner is turned on. A 5 to
10 second total light-up period is satisfactory. If ignition takes
longer, consult your Continental dealer / distributor.

7. Check that the gasketing on the sides, top and bottom of
the door is not broken or missing. Replace if necessary.

to off. Do not force.

ADJUSTMENTS

PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT

Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized flame. Turn
in a clockwise direction to reduce the gas flow.

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Closing the air shutter will cause a more yellow flame, but
can lead to carboning.

Opening the air shutter will cause a more blue flame, but
can cause flame lifting from the burner ports. The flame
may not appear yellow immediately; allow 15 to 30 min­utes for the final flame colour to be established.

FIGURE 52

Air shutter adjustment must only be done by a

qualified installer!

VENTURI ADJUSTMENT

Air shutters have been factory set open according to the
chart below:

AIR SHUTTER

NG
LP

These settings are for the maximum horizontal vent run.
Adjustment may be required depending on fuel type, vent
configuration and altitude.

3/
3

32

/16"

"

VENTURI

COVER

FIGURE 53

To access the air shutter, remove the two screws that se­cure the cover to the air housing, taking care not to dam­age the gasket.

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REPLACEMENTS

Contact your dealer or the factory for questions concerning
prices and policies on replacement parts. Normally all parts
can be ordered through your Napoleon dealer or distribu­tor.

When ordering replacement parts always give the follow­ing information:

FORFOR

WARRANTYWARRANTY

FOR

WARRANTY

FORFOR

WARRANTYWARRANTY

ORIGINALORIGINAL

ORIGINAL

ORIGINALORIGINAL

# PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 W357-0001 PIEZO IGNITER
2 W680-0004 THERMOPILE
3 W680-0005 THERMOCOUPLE
4 W010-0800 NATURAL GAS PILOT ASSEMBLY
4 W010-0801 PROPANE GAS PILOT ASSEMBL Y
5* W573-0008 HIGH TEMPERA TURE SEALANT
6 W455-0069 NATURAL GAS PILOT INJECTOR
6 W455-0067 PROPANE GAS PILOT INJECTOR
7 W725-0035 NATURAL GAS V AL VE
7 W725-0034 PROPANE VAL V E
8* W385-0245 NAPOLEON LOGO
9* W715-0112 20FT OF WIRE
10 W010-0764 PAN BURNER
1 1 GL-639 LOG SET
12* W361-0016 GLOWING EMBERS
13* W550-0001 CHARCOAL EMBERS
14 W135-0183 BACK LOG (#1)
15 W135-0184 LEFT MIDDLE LOG (#2)
16 W135-0185 RIGHT MIDDLE LOG (#3)
17 W135-0186 LEFT CROSSOVER LOG (#4)
18 W135-0187 MIDDLE CROSSOVER LOG (#5)
19 W135-0188 RIGHT CROSSOVER LOG (#6)
20 W010-0811 BLACK DOOR C/W GLASS
21 W455-0040 #41 NATURAL GAS ORIFICE
21 W455-0003 #54 PROPANE GAS ORIFICE
22 W500-0028 FIRESTOP SP ACER (FLEX VENTING)

GD420 (5 FT)

# PART NO. DESCRIPTION

23* W010-0772 5" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER - (5 FT) C/W SPACERS
24* W730-0012 8" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER - (5 FT)

GD430 (10 FT)

# PART NO. DESCRIPTION

24* W730-0013 8" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER - (10 FT)
23* W010-0773 5" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER -(10 FT) C/W SPACERS
25* W010-0810 WALL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

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1. MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER OF FIREPLACE

2. INSTALLATION DATE OF FIREPLACE

3. PART NUMBER

4. DESCRIPTION OF PART

5. FINISH

* IDENTIFIES ITEMS WHICH ARE NOT ILLUSTRATED. FOR

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FURTHER

INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR NAPOLEON

DEALER

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ACCESSORIES

# PART NO. DESCRIPTION

34* W175-0166 5" COUPLER
34* W175-0002 8" COUPLER
35 GDLVK LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BLACK
35 GDLVPB LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - POLISHED BRASS
35 GDLVSS LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
35 GDLVG LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - GOLD
36 L38K LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BLACK
37* W573-0008 HI-TEMPERATURE SEALANT
38* W690-0001 MILLIVOLT THERMOSTA T
22 W500-0163 FIRESTOP SPACER (RIGID VENTING)
39 GD501 HEAT GUARD
40 W585-0096 SOFFIT HEAT SHIELD
41* W010-0810 WALL SUPPORT ASSEMBL Y
42* W175-0170 DURA-VENT ZERO CLEARANCE ADAPTOR
43 W170-0086 VENT PIPE COLLAR
44 W585-0092 VENT PIPE SHIELD
45 GZ550-1KT BLOWER KIT
46* GD825N MODULATING V AL VE REGULATOR - NG
46* GD825P MODULA TING V AL VE REGULA T OR - P
47 GA-566 HOT AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT
48* W690-0005 THERMOSTAT 110V FOR USE WITH GA-566
49 GA-70 EXTENSION KIT - 5 FT
50 GA-72 HOT AIR EXHAUST KIT
51* W175-0175 CONVERSION KIT - NG TO LP
51* W175-0176 CONVERSION KIT - LP TO NG
52* GD65 FAN KIT
53 GD36
54* W500-0033 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH WALL MOUNTING PLATE
55 KB35 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH

THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CONTROL KIT

FOR USE WITH GD

65

ONLY

26 PERISCOPE - GD401
27 WALL TERMINAL KIT - GD422

ROOF TERMINAL KITS

28 1/12 TO 7/12 PITCH - GD410
28 8/12 TO 12/12 PITCH - GD411
28 FLAT ROOF - GD412

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

29 W010-0774 AIR TERMINAL
30 W120-0015 VERTICAL CAP
31 W170-0086 STORM COLLAR
32 W010-0453 ROOF SUPPORT
33 W263-0065 / ROOF FLASHING

W263-0066 /
W263-0067

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* WARNING: This is a fast acting thermocouple. It is an integral safety component. Replace only with

a fast acting thermocouple supplied by Wolf Steel Ltd.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

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EFORE ATTEMPTING TO TROUBLESHOOT, PURGE YOUR UNIT AND INITIALLY LIGHT THE PILOT AND THE MAIN BURNER WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPEN

SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION

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Main burner goes
out; pilot stays on.

Main burner goes
out; pilot goes out.

Pilot goes out when
the gas knob is re­leased.

The gas valve has
an interlock device
which will not allow
the pilot burner to
be lit until the ther­mocouple has
cooled. Allow ap­proximately 60
seconds for the
thermocouple to
cool.

Pilot flame is not large
enough or not engulfing the
thermopile

Thermopile shorting - clean thermopile connection to the valve. Reconnect.

Remote wall switch wire is
too long; too much resist­ance in the system.

Faulty thermostat or switch. - replace.
Refer to "MAIN BURNER GOES OUT ; PILOT STAYS ON"

Vent is blocked
Vent is re-circulating
5" flexible vent has become

disconnected from fireplace.

System is not correctly
purged.

Out of propane gas. - fill the tank.
Pilot flame is not large

enough
Pilot flame is not engulfing

the thermocouple.
Thermocouple shorting /

faulty.

Faulty valve.

- turn up pilot flame.

- replace pilot assembly.

- replace thermopile / valve.

- shorten wire to correct length or wire gauge.

- check for vent blockage.

- check joint seals and installation.

- re-attach to fireplace.

- purge the gas line.

- turn up the pilot flame.

- gently twist the pilot head to improve the flame pattern around the
thermocouple.

- loosen and tighten thermocouple.

- clean thermocouple and valve connection.

- replace thermocouple.

- replace valve.

- replace.

Pilot burning; no
gas to main
burner; gas knob
is on 'HI'; wall
switch / thermostat
is on.

Pilot will not light. - check if pilot can be lit by a match

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Themostat or switch is de­fective.

Wall switch wiring is defec­tive.

Main burner orifice is plugged. - remove stoppage in orifice.

Faulty valve.

No spark at pilot burner

Spark gap is incorrect - spark gap should be 0.150" to 0.175" (5/32" to 11/64" approx.) from

No gas at the pilot burner

- connect a jumper wire across the wall switch terminals; if main
burner lights, replace switch / thermostat.

- disconnect the switch wires & connect a jumper wire across termi­nals 1 & 3; if the main burner lights, check the wires for defects and
/ or replace wires.

- replace.

- check that the wire is connected to the push button ignitor.

- check if the push button ignitor needs tightening.

- replace the wire if the wire insulation is broken or frayed.

- replace the electrode if the ceramic insulator is cracked or broken.

- replace the push button ignitor.

- fill the tank.Out of propane gas

the electrode tip and the pilot burner. To ensure proper electrode
location, tighten securing nut (finger tight plus 1/4 turn).

- check that the manual valve is turned on.

- check the pilot orifice for blockage.

- replace the valve.

- call the gas distributor.

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Pilot goes out
while standing;
Main burner is in
'OFF' position.

Flames are con­sistently too large
or too small.
Carboning occurs.

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aggressive.

Main burner flame
is a blue, lazy,
transparent flame.

Carbon is being
deposited on
glass, logs or com­bustion chamber
surfaces.

Gas piping is undersized. - turn on all gas appliances and see if pilot flame flutters, dimin-

ishes or extinguishes, especially when main burner ignites. Monitor
appliance supply working pressure.

- check if supply piping size is to code. Correct all undersized piping.

Unit is over-fired or under­fired.

- check pressure readings:
Inlet pressure can be checked by turning screw (A) counter-clock­wise 2 or 3 turns and then placing pressure gauge tubing over the

A

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test point. Gauge should read 7" (minimum 4.5") water column for
natural gas or 13" (11" minimum) water column for propane. Check
that main burner is operating on "HI".

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Outlet pressure can be checked the same as above using screw (B).
Gauge should read 3.5" water column for natural gas or 10" water
column for propane. Check that main burner is operating on "HI".
AFTER TAKING PRESSURE READINGS, BE SURE TO TURN
SCREWS CLOCKWISE FIRMLY TO RESEAL. DO NOT OVERT ORQUE.
Leak test with a soap and water solution.

Door is ajar

- fit door assembly into the lower support brackets and secure the
four door latches.

Blockage in vent. - remove blockage. In really cold conditions, ice buildup may occur

on the terminal and should be removed as required.

Incorrect installation.

Air shutter has become

- refer to Figure 23 to ensure correct location of storm collars.

- ensure air shutter opening is free of lint or other obstructions.

blocked
Flame is impinging on the

logs or combustion cham­ber.

- check that the logs are correctly positioned.

- open air shutter to increase the primary air.

- check the input rate: check the manifold pressure and orifice size
as specified by the rating plate values.

- check that the door gasketing is not broken or missing and that the
seal is tight.

- check that both 5" and 8" vent liners are free of holes and well
sealed at all joints.

- check that minimum rise per foor has been adhered to for any
horizontal venting.

White / grey film
forms.

Sulphur from fuel is being
deposited on glass, logs or
combustion chamber sur­faces.

Remote wall
switch is in "OFF"

Wall switch is mounted up-

side down
position; main
burner comes on

grounding.
when gas knob is

turned to "ON" po­sition.

grounding.

Faulty valve.

- clean the glass with a recommended gas fireplace glass cleaner.
DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT.

If deposits are not cleaned off regularly, the glass may become
permanently marked.

- reverse.

- replace.Remote wall switch is

- check for ground (short); repair ground or replace wire.Remote wall switch wire is

- replace.

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Service Performed Special ConcernsDealer Name

Name

Service Technician

Wolf Steel Fireplace Service History

This fireplace must be serviced annually depending on usage.

Date

W415-0244 / A / 05.15.03