Napoleon BGD42NT, BGD42PT User 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 ST A TES USING ANSI / AGA / CGA METHODS

BGD42NT

BGD42PT

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., Canada L4M 4Y8 [phone]

Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.napoleonfireplaces.com

R-2000

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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

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18INSTALLATION

Wall and Ceiling Protection
Using Flexible Vent Components
Fireplace Vent Connection
Using Rigid Vent Components
Restricting Vertical Vents
Gas Installation
Mobile Home Installation
Framing
Nailing Tab Installation

19 FINISHING

Door, Louvre & Trim Removal & Installation
Log Placement / Glowing Embers
Vermiculite
Charcoal Embers
Charcoal Lumps

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

TABLE of CONTENTS

PG

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OPTIONAL BLOWER INST ALLA TION

21 OPTIONAL FAN INST ALLA TION /

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

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

ISO9002 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 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 ma y , 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. PA TENTS 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 SER V­ICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local

codes. In absence of local codes, install the BGD42 to the cur­rent National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current
CAN/CGA B149, Installation Codes.

Installation practices vary from region to region and it is
important to know the specifics that apply to your area, ie:
in Massachusetts State:

• The fireplace dampermust be removed or welded in
the open position prior to installation of a fireplace
insert.

• 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 unit is direct-vent.

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 ZA240 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 Communities Standard
ANSI/NFPA 501 A 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 SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY!

Maximum input is 30,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and 26,500
BTU/hr for 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 19,620 BTU/hr at an effi­ciency of 65.4% with the fan on, and 17,569 BTU/hr for pro­pane at an efficiency of 66.3% with the fan on. The maximum
A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is 58.7% for
natural gas and 61.5% 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. Mani-

fold 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 BGD42 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.

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', (i.e. drywall/sheetrock) as would any
other outside wall of the home. This will ensure that
clearance to combustibles is maintained within the cav­ity.

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 TERMI­NAL KIT GD412 or PERISCOPE KIT GD401 (for wall pen-
etration 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 3 & 5. The maximum allowable
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 unobstr ucted 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
removed. Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the
burner before re-installing 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 r equire different c learances .

Do not allow the inside liner to bunch up on horizontal or
vertical runs and elbows . K eep 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 22 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 AIR

AIR

AIR AIR

FIGURE 2

A
B
C

D

E
F

G

TERMINTERMIN

TERMIN

TERMINTERMIN

INSTALLATIONS

AL INSTAL INST

AL INST

AL INSTAL INST

CANADIAN U.S.A.

12 INCHES
12 INCHES

12 INCHES*

18 INCHES**
12 INCHES**

0 INCHES

0 INCHES***

2 INCHES***

12 INCHES

9 INCHES

12 INCHES*

18 INCHES**
12 INCHES**

0 INCHES

0 INCHES***

2 INCHES***

ALLAALLA

ALLA

ALLAALLA

TIONS:TIONS:

TIONS:

TIONS:TIONS:

Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony .
Clearance to windows or doors that open.
Clearance to permanently closed windows.
Vertical clearance to ventilated sof fit located above the terminal within

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 com-

bustible obstructions ( vent chase, etc.).

H

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K

L

M
N
O

**

* Recommended to prevent condensation on windows and thermal breakage

**
****

** Using a Napoleon soffit heat shield, W585-0096, or equivalent, the distance may be reduced to a minimum of 18". It is recommended to maximize the

****

******

*** The periscope GD-401 requires a minimum 18 inches c learance 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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3 FEET
3 FEET

12 INCHES

6 FEET

7 FEET‡

12 INCHES††

16 INCHES

2 FEET†*

distance to vinyl clad soffits.

3 FEET****
3 FEET****

9 INCHES

3 FEET†

7 FEET****

12 INCHES****

16 INCHES

2 FEET†*

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 INST ALLA TIONS

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

When terminating vertically, the v ertical rise
is a minimum 36 inches and a maximum 40
feet from the centre of the fireplace flue out­let.

FIGURES 3

7

SPECIAL VENT INST ALLATIONS

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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vertical termination

horizontal terminationhorizontal termination

horizontal termination

horizontal terminationhorizontal termination

vertical risevertical rise

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(page 9)

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maximum ofmaximum of

maximum of

maximum ofmaximum of

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4.2 times4.2 times

4.2 times

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the verticalthe vertical

the vertical

the verticalthe vertical
rise equal torise equal to

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or greateror greater

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(page 10)

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maximummaximum

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of 40 feetof 40 feet

of 40 feet

of 40 feetof 40 feet

(page 11)

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run + verti-run + verti-

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runrun

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(page 12)

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

(HO) in feet
HR- combined horizontal vent lengths in feet
HO- offset factor: .03(total degrees of offset - 90°

feet

VT- combined vertical vent lengths in feet

**

*) in

**

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°

TOP EXIT / HORIZONT AL TERMINA TION

when (HT) < (VT)
Simple venting configuration (only one 90° elbow)

FIGURE 5

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

Formula 1: HT < V

T

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

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

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

.

T

FIGURE 6

90°

V

1

V1=3 ft
V2=8 ft
VT=
H1= 2.5 ft
H2=2 ft
HR= H1 + H2 = 2.5 + 2 = 4.5 ft
HO=.

HH

H

HH

TT

T

TT

HT= HR + HO = 4.5 + 5.4 = 9.9 ft

HT + VT = 9.9 + 11 = 20.9 ft

Formula 1: HT < V

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

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

V1 +

V2 =

3 + 8 = 11 ft

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

T

9.9 < 1 1

20.9 < 40

V

2

H

90°

1

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TOP EXIT / HORIZONT AL TERMINA TION

when (HT) > (VT)
Simple venting configuration (only one 90° elbow)

FIGURE 7

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

REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
INCHES

V

T

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET

HH

H

HH

TT

T

TT

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

1

Example 2:

H

2

Example 3:

90°

H

1

V

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

3

H

4

H

R

H

O

H

T

=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

90°

1

HT + VT= 13.6 + 5.5 = 19.1 ft

Formula 1: HT < 4.2 V

T

4.2 VT = 4.2 x 5.5 = 23.1 ft

13.6 < 23.1

Formula 2: HT + VT < 24.75 feet

19.1 < 24.75

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

H

2

V

2

H

3

FIGURE 9

H

4

V

1

V
H
H
H
H
H
HT + VT=

= 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

Formula 1: HT < 4.2 V

90°

T

4.2 VT = 4.2 x 6 = 25.2 ft

10.7 < 25.2

Formula 2: HT + VT < 24.75 feet

16.7 < 24.75

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

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FIGURE 8

TOP EXIT - VERTICAL TERMINA TION

when (HT) < (VT)

11

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

Example 4:

FIGURE 11

H

1

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

3

H

R

H

O

H

T

HT + VT= 14.6 + 15 = 29.6 ft

=5 f t
=10 ft
=

V1 +

V2 =

5 + 10 = 15 ft
=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

90°

H

V

2

V

90°

H

3

1

2

90°

90°

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET

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

Formula 1: HT < V

14.6 < 1 5

H H

H

H H

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

TT

T

TT

T

29.6 < 40

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

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TOP EXIT - VERTICAL TERMINA TION

when (HT) > (VT)
Simple venting configurations

FIGURE 12

Example 5:

V

1

V

2

V

3

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

R

H

O

H

T

HT + VT = 16.1 + 4.5 = 20.6 ft

=2 f t
=1 f t
=1.5 ft
=

V1 +

V2 +

V3 =

=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
=HR + HO = 8 + 8.1 = 16.1 ft

2 + 1 + 1.5 = 4.5 ft

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

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

.

T

For vent configurations requiring elbows, the following for­mulas apply:

Formula 1: HT < 3V

T

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

90°

90°

V

V

1

H

1

V

H

2

2

90°

FIGURE 13

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HH

H

HH

3

90°

Formula 1: HT < 3V

16.1 > 13.5

T

3VT=

3 x

4.5 = 13.5 ft

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

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

20.6 < 4 0

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.

90°

90°

H

TT

T

TT

H

V

1

H

45°

3

2

1

H

FIGURE 14

Example 6:

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

3

H

4

H

R

H

O

H

T

HT + VT= 23.2 + 6.5 = 29.7 ft

Formula 1: HT < 3V

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

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

=1.5 ft
=5 f t
=

V1 +

V2 =

1.5 + 5 = 6.5 ft
=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

T

3VT =

3 x

6.5 = 19.5 ft

19.5 = 19.5

29.7 < 40

V

2

90°

4

INSTALLATION

WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION

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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.

HORIZONT AL INST ALLA TION:

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. 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 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.

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

HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTAL­LATION

1. Cut or frame a hole in an exterior wall with a minimum
round or square opening of 10½ inches. 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.

FIGURE 19

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

FIGURE 20

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.

7. If more liner needs to be used to reach the fireplace,
couple them together as illustrated. The vent system must
be supported approximately every 3 feet for both vertical
and horizontal runs. Use noncombustible strapping to
maintain the minimum 1" clearance to combustibles.

FIGURE 21

risdiction 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 8" diameter
aluminium flexible 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.

1. Fasten the roof support
to the roof using the
screws provided. 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 ju-

FIGURE 22

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V

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 cen­tred 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.

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 centred between
the air intake and the air exhaust slots onto the air termi­nal. Tighten securely. Attach the vertical rain cap.

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 23

15

7. If more liner needs to be used to reach the fireplace,
couple them together as illustrated. The vent system must be
supported approximately every 3 feet for both vertical and
horizontal runs. Use noncombustible strapping to maintain a
clearance to combustibles of 1".

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.

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 or equivalent 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. Attach the first vent component and
secure using 3 self tapping screws. Repeat using 8" piping.

3. Holding the air terminal (with the air deflectors to the
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 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

TELESCOPIC SLEE

VENTING

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VERTICAL VENTING INSTALLATION

1. Move the fireplace into position.

2. 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.

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 25. 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 24. 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.

VENT PIPE
SHIELD

FIGURE 28

FIGURE 27

VENT

PIPE

COLLAR

RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS:

Vertical terminations may display a very active flame. As
this appearance is not desirable, the vent exit must be
restricted using restrictor plate, W080-0454. This reduces
the velocity of the exhaust gases, slowing down the flame
pattern and creating a more traditional appearance.

GAS INSTALLATION

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.

1

2

FIGURE 29

3

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

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
removed. Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the
burner before re-installing the door.

I

L

T

O

L

O

F

I

H

P

O

F

N

O

P

T

L

I

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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, ensur e that the logs are positioned cor rectly.

FRAMING

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.

17

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.

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

FIGURE 32

FIGURE 31

FIGURES 33

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NAILING TAB INSTALLATION

1) Attach the nailing tabs to the corner
posts using the 2 sheet metal screws
supplied. Secure through the centre of
the top and bottom slots in the nailing
tab and then through the existing holes
in the corner posts.

If there are no existing holes, follow
these instructions:

Position the nailing tab so that the front
face is offset with the front edge of the
corner post (approx. ½"). Centre the
nailing tab vertically on the corner post.

Figure 34 a.

Drill through the centre of the top and
bottom slots in the nailing tab. Secure using
the two sheet metal screws supplied. This allows
the nailing tab to slide back and forth for desired framing.

Figure 34 b.

2) To determine the final location of the nailing tab you

must first determine the thickness of your finishing mate­rial (i.e. drywall). This will determine the dimension from
the front edge of the corner post to the nailing tab. Once
the nailing tab is in the desired location, drill through the
centre hole of the nailing tab. Secure with a sheet metal
screw*. Figure 34 c.

* Additional set screws may be installed .

Combustible mantle clearance can vary according to the
mantle depth. FIGURE 35. Use the graph to help evaluate
the clearance needed. Curtains, above the fireplace, must
not be positioned lower than the 5" distance required for
the 2" combustible mantle.

apply to any combustibles protruding on either side of
the fireplace .

These same requirements

NAILING
TAB

FIGURES 34a-c

A

FINISHING
MATERIAL

CORNER

POST

NAILING

TAB

TOP SLOT

B

FIGURES 35

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CENTRE

HOLE

C

FINISHING

DOOR, AND LOUVRE REMOVAL(& IN­STALLATION)

UPPER LOUVRE

a

DOOR LA TCH

TO INSTALL THE UPPER LOUVRES: Insert the upper
louvres into the slots on both brackets.

b

(V ALVE CONTROL DOOR)

LOWER LOUVRES

LOG PLACEMENT / GLOWING EMBERS

PHAZERTM logs and glowing embers, exclusive to Napo-

leon Fireplaces, 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.

FIGURES 36 a-b

SLOT

HINGE SCREEN

DOOR OPENING AND
CLOSING: The upper lou-

vres must be removed to al­low the door to be removed.
Release the four door
latches, located across the
top of the door and lift off the
lower door bracket.

TO INSTALL THE LOWER
LOUVRE ASSEMBLY: At-

tach each hinge to the fire­box with 2 screws.

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

GLOWING EMBERS

3. Tear the glowing 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.

#4

4. Place the bottom of the left crossover log (#4) against
the left outermost grate post and the top into the pocket
provided on the back log. 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.

#5

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FIGURES 37a-d

#1

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.

#6

5. Place the bottom of the right crossover log (#6) against
the right outermost grate post and the top into 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.

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

VERMICULITE

Sprinkle vermiculite around the charcoal embers.

Note:Note:

Note: Both charcoal embers and vermiculite are not to

Note:Note:
be placed on the burner.

CHARCOAL LUMPS

Place the lumps between the logs in a realistic manner
taking care not to block any of the burner ports.

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Fine

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OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

black

white

FIGURE 38

INST ALLA TION TO BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED INST ALLER
and must be electrically connected and grounded in ac­cordance with local codes. In the absense 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

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.

red

ELONGATED
SLOTS

FIGURE 39

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.

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THERMODISC

RECEPTACLE /

JUNCTION

GROUND
SCREW

FIGURE 42

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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A

FIGURE 40

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C

FIGURE 41

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 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE
in Canada or the ANSI/NFP A 70-1990 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
in the United States.

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

OPEN ENDED
SLOTS

OPTIONAL THERMOSTATIC

JUNCTION BOX

SENSOR

RECEPTACLE /

VARIABLE SPEED/

PIEZO IGNITOR

BRACKET

FIGURE 44

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,
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.

FIGURE 45

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 46

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 47

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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.

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

TO TURN OFF GAS

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

to be performed.

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 removed. As­sure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before
re-installing the door.

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WHAT T O DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Turn off all gas to the fireplace.

• Open windows.

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• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do
not use any phone in your building.

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.

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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.

2. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise

to off. Do not force.

MAINTENANCE

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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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 Napoleon dealer / distributor.

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

ADJUSTMENTS

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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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FIGURE 49

VENTURI ADJUSTMENT

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

AIR SHUTTER

NG
LP

1/
7

"

4

/16"

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 50

Air shutter adjustment must only be done by a

qualified installer!

VENTURI

COVER

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

FIGURE 51

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

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

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:

* WARNING: This is a fast acting thermocouple. It is an inte-

gral safety component. Replace only with a fast acting ther­mocouple supplied by Wolf Steel Ltd.

REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR WARRANTY RE-

PLACEMENT PARTS, A PHOTOCOPY OF THE ORIGINAL

INVOICE

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

W357-0001 PIEZO IGNITER
W680-0004 THERMOPILE
*W680-0005 THERMOCOUPLE
W010-0800 NATURAL GAS PILOT ASSEMBL Y
W010-0801 PROPANE GAS PILOT ASSEMBL Y
W573-0008 HIGH TEMPERATURE SEALANT
W660-0005 ON/OFF TOGGLE SWITCH
W455-0069 NATURAL GAS PILOT INJECTOR
W455-0067 PROPANE GAS PILOT INJECTOR
W725-0025 NATURAL GAS V AL VE
W725-0026 PROPANE V AL VE
W385-0033 NAPOLEON LOGO
W660-0005 STANDARD WALL SWITCH
W750-0051 20FT OF WIRE
W010-0864 PAN BURNER
GL-630 LOG SET
W361-0016 GLOWING EMBERS
W550-0001 CHARCOAL EMBERS
W550-0002 CHARCOAL LUMPS
W135-0130 BACK LOG (#1)
W135-0131 LEFT CROSSOVER LOG (#4)
W135-0132 CENTER LOG (#5)
W135-0133 RIGHT CROSSOVER LOG (#6)
W135-0134 SMALL LEFT LOG (#2)
W135-0135 SMALL RIGHT LOG (#3)
W010-0770 BLACK DOOR C/W GLASS
W455-0004 #36 NATURAL GAS ORIFICE
W455-0066 #51 PROPANE GAS ORIFICE
W361-0014 VERMICULITE
W500-0028 FIRESTOP SPACER (FLEX VENTING)

FLEXIBLE VENT KITS
GD420 (5 FT)

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

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

GD430 (10 FT)

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

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

WILL BE REQUIRED TO HONOUR THE CLAIM.

GL630

1. MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER OF FIREPLACE

2. INSTALLATION DA TE OF FIREPLACE

3. PART NUMBER

4. DESCRIPTION OF PART

5. FINISH

6. TOP OR REAR VENT

*W680-0005

#1 - W135-0130

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W725-0025 /
W725-0026

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W455-0069
W455-0067

W680-0004

W010-0800
W010-0801

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#4 - W135-0131

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#5 - W135-0132

#3 - W135-0135

#6 - W135-0133

TERMINAL KITS

PERISCOPE - GD401
WALL TERMINAL KIT - GD422
ROUND WALL TERMINAL KIT - GD422R
ROOF TERMINAL KITS:

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

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

W010-0774 AIR TERMINAL
W120-0015 VERTICAL CAP
W170-0086 STORM COLLAR
W010-0453 ROOF SUPPORT
W263-0065 / W263-0066 / W263-0067 ROOF FLASHING

ACCESSORIES:

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

GD42-3SS 3" TRIM KIT - BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
GD42-3PB 3" TRIM KIT - POLISHED BRASS
GD42-4SS 4" - 3D TRIM KIT - BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
GD42-4PB 4" - 3D TRIM KIT - POLISHED BRASS
W175-0166 5" COUPLER
W175-0002 8" COUPLER
GDL42K LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BLACK
GDL42PB LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - POLISHED BRASS
GDL42SS LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
WS573-008 HI-TEMPERATURE SEALANT
W690-0001 MILLIVOL T THERMOST A T
W660-0010B REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANTAGE
W660-0011B REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANTAGE PLUS
W660-0013 MODULA TING THERMOST ATIC HAND HELD REMOTE
GD825N MODULATING VAL VE REGULA T OR FOR W660-0013 - NG
GD825P MODULATING V ALVE REGULA T OR FOR W660-0013 - P
W500-0163 FIRESTOP SPACER (RIGID VENTING)
GD501 HEAT GUARD
W585-0096 SOFFIT HEAT SHIELD
W010-0810 WALL SUPPOR T ASSEMBL Y
W175-0170 DURA-VENT ZERO CLEARANCE ADAPTOR
W170-0086 VENT PIPE COLLAR
W585-0092 VENT PIPE SHIELD
GZ550-1KT BLOWER KIT
GD65 FAN KIT
GD36
W500-0033 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH WALL MOUNTING PLATE
KB35 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH
MBP42 METAL BRICK P ANELS
PRP42 PORCELAIN REFLECTIVE PANELS
GA-566 HOT AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT
W690-0005 THERMOSTAT - 110V FOR USE WITH GA-566 ONLY
GA-70 EXTENSION KIT - 5 FT
GA-72 HOT AIR EXHAUST KIT
GDOI42BG ORNAMENTAL INSET - BRUSHED GOLD
GDOI42K ORNAMENTAL INSET - BLACK
GDOI42G ORNAMENTAL INSET - GOLD
GDOI42SS ORNAMENTAL INSET - STAINLESS STEEL
W080-0454 RESTRICTOR PLA TE
W175-0161 CONVERSION KIT - NG-LP
W175-0198 CONVERSION KIT - LP-NG
CFSK-B CAST IRON SURROUND KIT - PAINTED BLACK
CFSKK-B CAST IRON SURROUND KIT - PORCELAIN ENAMEL BLACK
CFSKN-B CAST IRON SURROUND KIT - PORCELAIN ENAMEL MAJOLICA BROWN
CFSKB-B CAST IRON SURROUND KIT - PORCELAIN ENAMEL MAJOLICA BLUE
CFSKF-B CAST IRON SURROUND KIT - PORCELAIN ENAMEL MAJOLICA GREEN

THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CONTROL KIT

FOR USE WITH GD

65

ONLY

GD65

25

GZ550-1KT

GD36

MBP42 / PRP42

GD501

CFSK-B

GA-72

GA-566

GA-70

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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 REMOVED

TEST SOLUTIONSYMPTOM PROBLEM

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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 ST AYS 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 with the glass door removed.

- 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 1 1/64" 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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PROBLEMSYMPTOM

TEST SOLUTION

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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Flames are very
aggressive.

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

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

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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 T O RESEAL. DO NOT OVERTORQUE.
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.

Venting action is too great. -restrict vent exit with restrictor plate, W080-0454.

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

on the terminal and should be removed as required.

Incorrect installation.

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

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

White / grey film
forms.

Remote wall
switch is in "OFF"
position; main
burner comes on
when gas knob is
turned to "ON" po­sition.

Air shutter has become
blocked

Flame is impinging on the
logs or combustion cham­ber.

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

Wall switch is mounted up­side down

grounding.

grounding.
Faulty valve.

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

- 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.

- 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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Wolf Steel Fireplace Ser vice History

This fireplace must be serviced annually depending on usage.

Date

Service T echnician

Name

Service Performed Special ConcernsDealer Name