Napoleon BGD48N, BGD48P 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 2.33, ANSI Z21.88 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS

DIRECT VENT MILLIVOLT SYSTEM

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR

VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER

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NATURAL GAS MODEL

PROPANE GAS MODEL

CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS

BGD48N

BGD48P

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 build
ing.

• 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.

R-2000

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 Application Flow Chart
Venting Specifics

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18 INSTALLATION

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

TABLE of CONTENTS

19-20 FINISHING

Log Placement
Charcoal Embers
Vermiculite
Glowing Embers
Logo Placement
Louvre Installation

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OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

22 OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION /

GD36 THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CONTROL

23 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

Operating Instructions
Maintenance

24 ADJUSTMENTS

Pilot Burner Adjustment
Venturi Adjustment

25-26 REPLACEMENTS

Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Vent Kits
Terminal Kits
Accessories

27-28 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

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.

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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. In absence of local codes, install the BGD48 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 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 unit is direct-vent.

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

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 501A in the United S t ates.

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 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 36,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and 36,000
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 is 23,500 BTU/hr at an efficiency of 65%.
The maximum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rat­ing is 62%.

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.

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This fireplace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed­sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile home
installation.

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 BGD48 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.

FIGURE 1

5

46"

40"

3 7/8"

VENTING

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.

It is recommended to attach the Wolf Steel 45º rigid adap­tor directly to the unit when terminating horizontally off
the back of the unit. This must be done before attaching
the desired vent system. Once this transition has been
made, venting systems must not be combined.

These vent kits allow for either horizontal or vertical venting
of the fireplace. FIGURES 3 & 4. 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 aluminium flexible venting.

When terminating vertically, restrictor plate W500-0205
must be installed. (Refer to Restricting Vertical Vents).

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
removed. Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the
burner before reinstalling the door.

32 3/8"

21 1/8"

20"

48"

7 1/4"

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
Wolf Steel 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:

fireplac e f raming 0" to stand-offs
fireplace finishing 4" to top of unit
recessed depth 22"
top and side of the vent pipe 2"
bottom of vent pipe 1"

Horizontal runs may have a 0 inch rise per foot in all
cases using WOLF STEEL RIGID OR FLEXIBLE or
SIMPSON DURA-VENT venting components when vent­ing.

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AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATIONS

FIGURE 2

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 sof fit located above the terminal within

D

18 INCHES**

12 INCHES**

E

F

0 INCHES

0 INCHES***

G

2 INCHES***

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

O

**

* Recommended to prevent condensation on windows and thermal breakage

**
****

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

****
******

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

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

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

********
††

† Three feet above if within 10 feet horizontally.

††
‡‡

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

‡‡

††††

†† 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†*

dwellings 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 com-

bustible 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

NOTE:
When terminating vertically, the restrictor

plate W500-0205 must be installed. Refer to
Restricting Vertical Vents.

FIGURES 3 a-c

10" MIN
24" MAX

12"
MINIMUM
TO GRADE

16"

40FT

MAX

3FT

MIN

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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.

24" MINIMUM

REGARDLESS

OF HORIZONTAL

VENT LENGTH

BELOW GRADE INSTALLATION

MAXIMUM 10FT VENT LENGTH

USE GD201 PERISCOPE KIT

12"MINIMUM

FIGURE 4

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VENTING APPLICATION FLOW CHART

VERVER

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horizontalhorizontal

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runrun

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maximum ofmaximum of

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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 off-

T

sets (HO) in feet

H

- combined horizontal vent lengths in feet

R

H

- offset factor: .03(total degrees of offset - 135°*) in

O

feet

V

- combined vertical vent lengths in feet

T

HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

when (H
Simple venting configuration (only one 45º and 90° elbow)

) < (VT)

T

FIGURE 5

90°

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 45º and 90° offset has a zero value and is
shown in the formula as -45° and -90º respectively
or -135º when combined.

For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
90° elbow, the following formulas apply:

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

Example 1:

T

90°

H

2

45º

REQUIRED
VERTICAL

RISE IN FEET
(VT)

CALCULATED HORIZONTAL VENT RUN
PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET (HT)

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

.

T

FIGURE 6

45º

V

=8 ft

1

V

=

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

R

H

O

=0.3(225-135º) = 2.7ft

H

T

HT + V

Formula 1: H

Formula 2: H

= 8 ft

1

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

03(one 45º elbow + two 90º elbows - 135º)

= HR + HO = 4.5 + 2.7 = 7.2 ft

= 7.2 +8 =15.2ft

T

< V

T

7.2 < 8

+ VT < 40 feet

T

15.2 < 40

T

H

V

1

1

90°

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

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HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

when (HT) > (V

)

T

Simple venting configuration (only one 45º and 90° elbow)

See graph to determine the re­quired vertical rise VT for the re-

FIGURE 7

quired horizontal run HT.

REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
INCHES (VT)

HORIZONT AL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET (HT)

Example 2:

FIGURE 8

45°

V

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 +
=2 ft
=1 ft
=1 ft
= 1.5 ft
= H1 + H2 + H3 + H4 = 2 + 1 + 1 + 1. 5 = 5.5 ft
= .03(one 45º elbow + three 90º elbow -135º)
=.03(315-135)=5.4ft
= HR + HO = 5.5 +5.4 = 10.9 ft
= 10.9 + 5.5 = 16.4 ft

T

90°

H

1

90°

1

V

= 4 ft + 1.5 ft = 5.5 ft

2

< 4.2 V

T

10.9 < 16.8

+ VT < 24.75 feet

T

16.4 < 24.75

4.2 V

T

= 4.2 x 5.5 = 23.1 ft

T

H

H

90°

3

2

V

H

4

2

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

.

T

For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
90° elbow the following formulas apply:

Formula 1: HT < 4.2 V

T

Formula 2: HT + VT < 24.75 feet

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

VERTICAL TERMINATION

11

when (H

) < (VT)

T

Simple venting configurations

FIGURE 9

45°

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

REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN
FEET (VT)

Example 3:

V

2

FIGURE10

90°

90°

V

H

2

1

45°

H

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

R

H

O

H

T

HT + V

Formula 1: H

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

=3 f t

=2.5 ft

=H1 + H2 = 3 + 2.5 = 5.5 ft

=.03(one 45º elbow + three 90º elbows - 135º)

=.03(45+90+90+90-135)=5.4

=HR + HO = 5.5 + 5.4 = 10.9 ft

= 10.9 + 15 = 25.9 ft

T

< V

T

10.9 < 15

+ VT < 40 feet

T

25.9 < 40

90°

1

T

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN
PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET (HT)

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

For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
one 90° elbow , the following formulas apply:

Formula 1: HT < V

T

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

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VERTICAL TERMINATION

when (H
Simple venting configurations

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

REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
FEET (VT)

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

) > (VT)

T

FIGURE 11

HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET (HT)

for the

T

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

R

H

O

=1 f t
=1.5 ft
=

V

+

V

=

1

1 + 1.5 = 2.5 ft

2

=6 f t
=2 f t
=H1 + H2 = 6 + 2 = 8 ft
=.03(one 45º elbow + three 90º elbow - 135º)
=.03(45 + 90 + 90 + 90 - 135) = 5.4 ft

H

T

HT + V

Formula 1: H

=HR + HO = 8 + 5.4 = 13.4 ft

= 13.4 + 2.5 = 15.9 ft

T

< 3V

T

T

3V

=

13.4 > 7.5

T

3 x

2.5 = 7.5 ft

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

Formula 2: H

+ VT < 40 feet

T

15.9 < 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 5:

90°

H

2

45°

V

H

1

1

45°

H

3

V

2

90°

For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
one 90° elbow , the following formulas apply:

Formula 1: HT < 3V

T

Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet

Example 4:

45°

90°

H

1

V

1

H

V

2

90°

90°

FIGURE 12

90°

FIGURE 13

V

1

V

2

V

T

H

1

H

2

H

3

H

R

H

O

H

2

T

HT + V

Formula 1: H

Formula 2: H

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

=1.5 ft
=8 f t
=

V

+

V

=

1

1.5 + 8= 9.5 ft

2

=1 f t
=1 f t
=10.75 ft
=H1 + H2 + H3 = 1 + 1 + 10.75 = 12.75 ft
=.03(three 90° elbows + two 45° elbow - 135°)
=.03(90 + 90 + 90 + 45 + 45 - 135) = 6.75 ft
=HR + HO = 12.75 + 6.75 = 19.5 ft
= 19.5 + 4.5= 29 ft

T

< 3V

T

T

3V

=

3 x

9.5 = 28.5 ft

19.5 < 28.5

T

+ VT < 40 feet

T

29 < 40

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INSTALLATION

WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION

13

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

NOTE: Only a clearance to combustibles of 2" at the
top and sides of the vent pipe is required and 1" at
the bottom.

VENT SHIELD INSTALLATION

The vent shield must be in­stalled only when terminating

VENT

SHIELD

SCREWS

horizontally with no vertical rise.
Remove the two screws near­est the vent collars on the top of
the fireplace. Align the vent
shield (supplied) and secure.

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.
The recommended framed
opening is 147/16" W x 13" H
with a minimum 121/2" round
or square opening inside a fin­ished wall.

See figure15.

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 14

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
147/16" W x 13" H openings in the ceiling and the roof to
provide the minimum 2 inch clearance between the fire­place pipe / liner and any combustible material. Try to cen­tre the exhaust pipe location midway between two joist to
prevent having to cut them. Use a plumb bob to line up the
centre 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 17. 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 17

FIGURE 16

OR

FIGURE 15

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USING FLEXIBLE VENT COMPONENTS

Use only approved aluminum flexible liner kits
marked:

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,

"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.

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.

HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION VERTICAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION

1. Cut or frame a hole in an exterior wall with a minimum
round or square opening of 121/2" W x 121/2" H. Secure the
firestop spacer over the opening to the interior wall.
Secure the terminal to the terminal extension plate (see

figure 19).

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

#10x2½"

SCREWS

CAULKING

CAULKING

1. Fasten the roof sup­port to the roof using the

FIGURE 21

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 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 8" diameter aluminium flexible liner.

4. Thread the air terminal pipe

assembly down through the roof.

FIGURE 22

The air terminal must be located
vertically and plumb. Attach the

5"FLEX

ATTENT

C

AU

IO

T

N-CHA

ION

-

UD

HOT

2" OVERLAP

PIPE

8" FLEX

PIPE

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 FLEX-

IBLE ALUMINIUM LINER.

TERMINAL
EXTENSION
PLATE

HI-TEMP

SEALANT

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

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FIGURE 20

15

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

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
and the lettering in an upright, readable position) 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).

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.

FIGURE 26

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VERTICAL VENTING INST ALLATION

1. Move the fireplace into position.

2. 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 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. 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.

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. 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 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.

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 centred 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

FIGURE 28

RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS

FIGURE 29

TOP OF THE

FIREBOX

FLUE COLLAR

RESTRICTOR PLATE

Vertical terminations display a very active flame. The vent
exit must be restricted using restrictor plate,
W500-0205.
Remove the two screws on either side of the exhaust col­lar inside the firebox. Install the plate as shown. Replace
the screws.

GAS INSTALLATION

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 cop­per 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 30

1

2

L

O

3

T

L

O

F

I

H

P

I

O

F

N

O

P

L

T

I

O

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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 31

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 reinstalling the door.

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.

FIGURE 32

FIGURE 33

51 1/2"

FIGURES 34 a-b

22 1/2"

48

1

72

"

2

/

"

16

/

11

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.

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.

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

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.

22 1/2"

48 1/2"

48 1/2"

6"

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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

FIGURE 35

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:

NAILING
TAB

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 36 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 36 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 36 c.

* Additional set screws may be installed.

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 2" distance required for the 2"
combustible mantle. These same requirements apply to

any combustibles protruding on either side of the fire­place.

FIGURES 36a-c

A

FINISHING
MATERIAL

CORNER

POST

NAILING

TAB

TOP SLOT

B

FIGURE 37a

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FIGURE 37b

CENTRE

HOLE

C

FINISHING

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 38a-h

#1

19

#5

4. Place the small branch of log#5 into the notch on log#3.

The notch on the charred edge of log#5 sits on the outer
left grate post.

1. Center the rear log (#1) behind the rear burner and onto
the log support.

#2#3

2. Place log#2 and log#3 onto the locating pins. The logs

should sit flat on the burner.

#4

#6

5. Place the small end of log#6 into the front notch of log#4.

Place the locating hole in the large end of log#6 onto the
locating pin on top of log#2.

#7

6. Place log#7 onto the pin located on top of log#6. The log

should sit in the notch on log#2, and the bottom should
rest on the outer right grate post.

3. Place the locating hole on the underside of log#4 onto
the locating pin on top of log#3. The notch at the opposite
end of log#4 sits on the third grate post in from the right.

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LOGO PLACEMENT

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

½"

LOGO

½"

. Place the large end of log#8 into the rear notch of log#

he small branch of log#8 sits in the notch located on to

f log#1.

#10

#9

. Place log#9 onto the grate as though it had burnt o

og#5. Place log#10 onto the locating pin on log#1. Agai
og#10 should be aligned as though it has burnt off
og#7.

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.

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.

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LOUVRE INSTALLATION

FIGURE 40

A

B

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.

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UPPER LOUVRES

Insert the louvre tabs into the

SLOT

TAB

slots located at the top left and
right corners of the unit.

A

B

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.

OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

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black

white

FIGURE 41

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/NFPA 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.

red

FIGURE 42

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

FIGURE 46

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 43

C

FIGURE 44

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OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION

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

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

ANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE

FIGURE 47

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.

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.

FIGURE 48

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.

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.

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
reinstalling the door.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Turn off all gas to the fireplace.

• Open windows.

FIGURE 50

• 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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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 relighting, 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
information on this label. If you don't smell gas go the next

TO TURN OFF GAS

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

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.

step.

5. Turn gas knob counter-clockwise to pilot.

6. Depress slightly and hold gas knob while lighting the

pilot with the push button igniter. 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-clock-

wise 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.

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.

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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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VENTURI ADJUSTMENT

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

NG
LP

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

FRONT REAR

1

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8

/

3

"3

16

/

32

/

"

8

/

"

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 54

Air shutter adjustment must only be done by a

qualified installer!

FIGURE 49

FRONT

AIR HOUSING

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

COVER

SCREWS

REAR

AIR HOUSING

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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:

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1. MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER OF FIREPLACE

2. INSTALLATION DATE OF FIREPLACE

3. PART NUMBER

4. DESCRIPTION OF PART

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

1 W357-0001 PIEZO IGNITER
2 W680-0004 THERMOPILE
3 W680-0008 THERMOCOUPLE
4 W010-0792 NATURAL GAS PILOT ASSEMBLY
4 W010-0793 PROPANE GAS PILOT ASSEMBL Y
5* W573-0008 HIGH TEMPERA TURE SEALANT
6* W660-0005 ON/OFF TOGGLE SWITCH
7 W455-0070 NATURAL GAS PILOT INJECTOR - #62
7 W455-0068 PROPANE GAS PILOT INJECTOR - #35
8 W725-0025 NATURAL GAS VAL V E
8 W725-0026 PROPANE VAL VE
9* W385-0245 NAPOLEON LOGO
10* W660-0005 STANDARD WALL SWITCH
11* W750-0051 20FT OF WIRE
12 W010-0978 PAN BURNER
13 W100-0078 TUBE BURNER
14 GL-636 LOG SET
15* W361-0016 GLOWING EMBERS
16* W550-0001 CHARCOAL EMBERS
17 W135-0163 REAR LOG (#1)
18 W135-0164 RIGHT MIDDLE LOG (#2)
19 W135-0165 LEFT MIDDLE LOG (#3)
20 W135-0168 FRONT CROSSOVER LOG (#4)
21 W135-0167 LEFT FRONT LOG (#5)
22 W135-0169 MIDDLE CROSSOVER LOG (#6)
23 W135-0166 RIGHT FRONT LOG (#7)
24 W135-0170 REAR CROSSOVER LOG (#8)
25 W135-0171 FRONT CHUNK (#9)
26 W135-0172 REAR CHUNK (#10)
27 W010-0907 BLACK DOOR C/W GLASS
28 W455-0001 #44 REAR NATURAL GAS ORIFICE
29 W455-0073 #46 FRONT NATURAL GAS ORIFICE
28 W455-0050 #55 REAR PROPANE GAS ORIFICE
29 W455-0047 #56 FRONT PROPANE GAS ORIFICE
30* W361-0014 VERMICULITE
31* W500-0028 FIRESTOP SPACER
32 W500-0206 TERMINAL EXTENSION PLATE
33* W500-0205 RESTRICT OR PLA TE

FLEXIBLE VENT KITS

GD420 (5 FT)

34* W010-0772 5" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER
35* W730-0012 8" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER - (5 FT)

- (5 FT) C/W SPACERS

GD430 (10 FT)

36* W730-0013 8" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER - (10 FT)
37* W010-0773 5" FLEXIBLE ALUMINIUM LINER

38* W010-0810 WALL SUPPOR T ASSEMBL Y

39 PERISCOPE -GD401
40 WALL TERMINAL KIT - GD422

ROOF TERMINAL KITS:

41* 1/12 TO 7/12 PITCH - GD410
42* 8/12 TO 12/12 PITCH - GD411
43* FLAT ROOF - GD412

- (10 FT) C/W SPACERS

TERMINAL KITS

* IDENTIFIES ITEMS WHICH ARE NOT ILLUSTRATED. FOR

..

.

..

FURTHER

INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR NAPOLEON

DEALER

ROOF TERMINAL KITS

44* W010-0774 AIR TERMINAL
45* W120-0015 VERTICAL CAP
46* W170-0086 STORM COLLAR
47* W010-0453 ROOF SUPPORT
48* W263-0065 / ROOF FLASHING

W263-0066 /
W263-0067

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ACCESSORIES

49 GD48-3SS 3" TRIM KIT - BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
49 GD48-3PB 3" TRIM KIT - POLISHED BRASS
50 GD48-4SS 4" - 3D TRIM KIT - BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
50 GD48-4PB 4" - 3D TRIM KIT - POLISHED BRASS
51* W175-0166 5" COUPLER
52* W175-0002 8" COUPLER
53 L48K LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BLACK
54* W573-0008 HI-TEMPERA TURE SEALANT
55* W690-0001 MILLIVOL T THERMOST AT
56* W660-0010B REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANTAGE
56* W660-0011B REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANTAGE PLUS
57* W660-0013 MODULA TING THERMOST A TIC HAND HELD REMOTE
58* GD825N MODULATING VALVE REGULAT OR FOR W660-0013 - NG
58* GD825P MODULATING V ALVE REGULATOR FOR W660-0013 - P
59 GD501 HEAT GUARD
60* W585-0096 SOFFIT HEAT SHIELD
61* W010-0810 WALL SUPPOR T ASSEMBL Y
62* W175-0170 DURA-VENT ZERO CLEARANCE ADAPTOR
63 W170-0086 VENT PIPE COLLAR
64 W585-0092 VENT PIPE SHIELD
65 GZ550-1KT BLOWER KIT
66* GD65 FAN KIT
67* GD36
68* W500-0033 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH WALL MOUNTING PLATE
69* KB35 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH
70 MBP48 METAL BRICK PANELS
71* W690-0005 THERMOSTAT - 110V FOR USE WITH GA-566 ONLY
72 GA-70 EXTENSION KIT - 5 FT
73 GDOI48BG ORNAMENTAL INSET - BRUSHED GOLD
73 GDOI48K ORNAMENTAL INSET - BLACK
73 GDOI48G ORNAMENTAL INSET - GOLD
74* W175-0208 CONVERSION KIT - NG-LP
74* W175-0207 CONVERSION KIT - LP-NG
75 ANI-K ANDIRON - PAINTED BLACK
75 ANI-G ANDIRON - GOLD PLATED
76* W730-0019 45º RIGID ELBOW

THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CONTROL KIT

FOR USE WITH GD

65

ONLY

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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.

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

SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION

Main burner goes
out; pilot stays on.

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.

- turn up pilot flame.

- replace pilot assembly.

- replace thermopile / valve.

- shorten wire to correct length or wire gauge.

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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 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

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.

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

- check for vent blockage.

- check joint seals and installation.

- reattach 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.

- 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 igniter.

- check if the push button igniter 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 igniter.

- 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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SYMPTOM PROBLEM 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

A

B

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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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 FIRML Y 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.

Venting action is too great. -restrict vent exit with restrictor plate, W500-0205.

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 foot 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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