Napoleon Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Specifications and Main Features
Frequently Asked Questions
User Manual
INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE CONVEYED TO AND REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER.
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: CSA 2.33 ● ANSI Z21.88 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS.
GD33NR
BGD33NR
NATURAL GAS MODEL
GD33PR
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BGD33PR
PROPANE GAS MODEL
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions are not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your buidling.
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 supplier.
BGD33 ILLUSTRATED
APPLY SERIAL NUMBER LABEL FROM CARTON
Serial No.
MODEL NO.
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON L4M 4Y8 Canada • (705)721-1212 • fax(705)722-6031
www.napoleonfireplaces.com • ask@napoleon.on.ca
$10.00
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TABLE of CONTENTS
PG 3-5 INTRODUCTION
Warranty
General Instructions
General Information
Care of Glass and Plated Parts
Dimensions
5-12 VENTING
Venting Lengths and Air Terminal Locations
Vent Installations
Typical Vent Installations
Special Vent Installations
Minimum Air Terminal Location Clearances
Venting Application Flow Chart
Venting Specifi cations
12-21 INSTALLATION
Wall & Ceiling Protection
Horizontal Installation
Vertical Installation
Using Flexible Vent Components
Using Rigid Vent Components
Restricting Vertical Vents
Mobile Home Installation
Gas Installation
Optional Wall Switch Installation
Framing
Minimum Mantel Clearances
Minimum Enclosure Clearances
22-24 FINISHING
Door Removal / Installation
Door Glass Replacement
Logo Placement
Log Placement
Glowing Embers
Charcoal Embers
L334 Louvre Installation
Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Accessories
Vent Kits
Terminal Kits
30-31 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
32 NOTES
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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WARNING
• Do not burn wood or other materials in this fi replace.
• 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 fi replace.
• Clothing or other fl ammable material should not be placed on or near the fi replace.
• Due to high temperatures, the fi replace should be located out of traffi c and away from furniture and draperies.
• Ensure you have incorporated adequate safety measure to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot surfaces.
• Even after the fi replace is out, the glass and/or screen will remain hot for an extended period of time.
• Check with your local hearth specialty dealer for safety screens and hearth guards to protect children from hot surfaces. These
screens and guards must be fastened to the fl oor.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fi replace.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the fi replace and venting system
are kept clean. The fi replace and its venting system should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualifi ed service person.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. The fi replace area must be kept
clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other fl ammable vapours and liquids.
• Under no circumstances should this fi replace be modifi ed.
• This fi replace must not be connected to a chimney fl ue pipe serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance.
• Do not use this fi replace if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualifi ed service technician to inspect the fi replace and
to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
• Do not operate the fi replace with the glass door removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed
or qualifi ed service person.
• Do not strike or slam shut the fi replace glass door.
• This fi replace uses and requires a fast acting thermocouple. Replace only with a fast acting thermocouple supplied by Wolf Steel
Ltd.
• Pressure relief doors must be kept closed while the fi replace is operating to prevent exhaust fumes containing carbon
monoxide, from entering into the home. Temperatures of the exhaust escaping through these openings can also cause
the surrounding combustible materials to overheat and catch fi re.
• Only doors/optional fronts certifi ed with the appliance shall be used.
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NOTE: Changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.
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The following materials and workmanship in your new NAPOLEON® gas fireplace are warranted against
defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel
burner, phazer™ logs and embers, gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enameled components and
aluminum extrusion trims.
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves, thermal switch,
switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and NAPOLEON® will
provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.
Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair work, however, requires
the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to the account of NAPOLEON® are based on
a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work must be done through an authorized NAPOLEON® dealer.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local
codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the specifi cs that apply to your area,
for example: in Massachusetts State:
• The fi replace damper must be removed or welded in the open position prior to installation of a fi replace insert or gas log.
• A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing gas fi red appliances.
• The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
• The fl exible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
• The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion product.
• WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
In absence of local codes, install to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current CAN/CGA B149,
Installation Codes. Mobile home installation must conform with local codes 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 States.
The fi replace 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 fi replace 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 fi replace is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl tile or other combustible
material other than wood fl ooring, the fi replace shall be installed on a metal or
wood panel extending the full width and depth.
If the optional blower is installed, the receptacle / 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!
GD33 RATES AND EFFICIENCIES
ALTITUDE (FT)0 - 2,0002,000 - 4,500*
MAX. INPUT (BTU/HR)22,00020,000
MAX. OUTPUT (BTU/HR)17,38015,800
EFFICIENCY (w/ the fan on)79%79%
* For elevations between 2,000 and 4,500 ft. above sea level, this fi replace must be de-rated by 10% using the
certifi ed High Altitude Kit.
This fi replace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed-sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile home
installation.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is required for the gas system operation.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be expected.
Provide adequate circulation air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and operating the fi replace.
Never obstruct the front opening of the fi replace.
Under extreme vent confi gurations, allow several minutes (5-15) for the fl ame to stabilize after ignition.
Objects placed in front of the fi replace must be kept at a minimum of 48" from the front face of the unit.
Use only Napoleon® accessories designed for and listed with the model.
BGD33 RATES AND EFFICIENCIES
ALTITUDE (FT)0 - 4,500
MAX. INPUT (BTU/HR)16,400
MAX. OUTPUT (BTU/HR)11,644
EFFICIENCY (w/ the fan on)71%
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GD33
CARE OF GLASS AND PLATED PARTS
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly with a clean dry cloth.
GD33 GLASS TYPEBGD33 GLASS TYPE
3/16" Ceramic Glass*3/16" Tempered Glass*
*Available from your Napoleon
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. Clean the glass after the fi rst 10 hours of operation
with a recommended gas fi replace glass cleaner. Thereafter clean as required. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT! If the glass is not kept clean permanent discolouration and / or blemishes may result.
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GD33 DIMENSIONS
FIGURES 1a-c
ELECTRICAL INLET
LEFT SIDE
5
35"
29
29"
5
20 1/4"
/8"29 5/8"
3
5
/4"
GAS
4" DIA.
7" DIA.
INLET
2 5/8"
13"
8
1
/2"
34 1/4"
17"
11"
13
1
/2"
BGD33 DIMENSIONS
FIGURES 2a-c
33"
29
29"
4" DIA.
5
/8"
5 3/4"
GAS
7" DIA.
INLET
5
2
/8"
13"
8
1
/2"
34 1/4"
17"
11"
13
1
/2"
VENTING
VENTING LENGTHS AND AIR TERMINAL LOCATIONS
Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp or American Metal Amerivent venting components. Minimum and
maximum vent lengths, for both horizontal and vertical installations, and air terminal locations for either system are set out in this
manual and must be adhered to. For Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and American Metal Amerivent, follow the installation
procedure provided with the venting components.
All outer pipe joints of these venting systems must be sealed using Red RTV and/or Mill Pac high temperature sealant (not supplied)
hereafter referred to as high temperature sealant W573-0002 (Red RTV) and high temperature sealant W573-0007 (Mill Pac).
The connection between the adaptor and for these systems and the fi replace fl ue collar must be sealed using the black high
temperature sealant Mill Pac (not supplied).
A starter adaptor must be used with the following vent systems and may be purchased from the corresponding
supplier:
Selkirk Direct Temp4DT-AANSelkirkwww.selkirkcorp.com
American Metal Amerivent4DSC-N2American Metalwww.americanmetalproducts.com
* For Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and American Metal Amerivent, follow the installation procedure
found on the website for your venting supplier.
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For vent systems that provide seals on the inner exhaust fl ue, only the outer air intake joints must be sealed using a red high
temperature silicone (RTV). This same sealant may be used on both the inner exhaust and the outer intake vent pipe joints
of all other approved vent systems except for the exhaust vent pipe connection to the fi replace fl ue collar which must be
sealed using the black high temperature sealant Mill Pac. When using Wolf Steel venting components, use only approved
Wolf Steel rigid / fl exible components with the following termination kits:Wall Terminal Kit GD222, or 1/12 to 7/12 Pitch Roof
Terminal Kit GD110, 8/12 to 12/12 Roof Terminal Kit GD111, Flat Roof Terminal Kit GD112 or Periscope Kit GD201 (for
wall penetration below grade).
With fl exible venting, in conjunction with the various terminations, use either the 5 foot Vent Kit GD220 or the 10 foot Vent
Kit GD330.
For optimum fl ame appearance and fi replace 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.
Horizontal runs may have a 0" rise per foot in all cases using Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct T emp, or American
Metal Amerivent rigid vent components and Wolf Steel fl exible vent components.
For optimum performance, it is recommended that horizontal runs have a minimum 1/4" rise per foot when using Simpson
Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp, American Metal Amerivent or Wolf Steel rigid vent components and a minimum 1" rise per
foot when using Wolf Steel fl exible vent components.
VENT INSTALLATIONS
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.
Provide a means for visually checking the vent connection to the fi replace after the fi replace is installed.
Do not allow the inside liner to bunch up on horizontal or vertical runs and elbows. Keep it pulled tight. A 1¼" air gap between
the inner and outer liner all around is required for safe operation.
Use a fi restop, vent pipe shield or attic insulation shield when penetrating interior walls, fl oor or ceiling.
When venting straight out the back, only the rigid vent can be used. DO NOT USE FLEXIBLE VENT. For all other venting
confi gurations, fl exible vent is acceptable.
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HORIZONTAL VENT SECTIONS
A minimum clearance of 1" at the bottom and sides
and 2" at the top of the vent pipe in all horizontal
runs to combustibles is required. Use fi restop sleeve
assembly W010-1777 (supplied).
VERTICAL VENT SECTIONS
A minimum of 1" all around the vent pipe on all vertical
runs to combustibles is required
W500-0096 (not supplied).
For safe and proper operation of the fi replace follow the venting instruction exactly.
Deviation from the minimum or the maximum vertical vent length can create diffi culty in burner start-up and/or
carboning.
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.
In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fi replace body,
it is recommended that the walls of the fi replace enclosure be “fi nished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as you would fi nish any other outside wall of a home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within the
cavity.
Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and American Metal Amerivent venting systems must not be
combined.
Under extreme vent confi gurations, allow several minutes (5-15) for the fl ame to stabilize after ignition.
. Use fi restop spacer
A minimum clearance of 1" at the bottom and sides
and 2" at the top of the vent pipe in all horizontal
runs to combustibles is required. Use fi restop sleeve
assembly W010-1777 (supplied).
A minimum of 1" all around the vent pipe on all vertical
runs to combustibles is required
W500-0096 (not supplied).
HORIZONTAL VENT SECTIONS
VERTICAL VENT SECTIONS
. Use fi restop spacer
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FOR SPECIFIC VENTING PARAMETERS, REFER TO
PAGES 9-12.
TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS
6” RISE
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GD33
HORIZONTAL
24" MAXIMUM
1
/4" MINIMUM
20
PLUS RISE *
FIGURE 3
VERTICALVERTICAL
16"
MINIMUM
The vertical rise must
be kept to a minimum
of 36" and a maximum
of 40 feet from the
centre of the fi replace fl ue outlet.
HORIZONTAL
MINIMUM
16"
BGD33
24" MAXIMUM
20 1/4" MINIMUM
PLUS RISE *
FIGURE 5
The vertical rise must
be kept to a minimum of
36" and a maximum of
40 feet from the centre
of the fireplace flue
outlet.
3 FEET
MINIMUM
40 FEET
MAXIMUM
PERISCOPE TERMINATION
Use the GD201
periscope kit to locate
the air termination
above grade. The
periscope must be
installed so that
when fi nal grading is
completed, the bottom
air slot is located a
minimum of 12" above
grade. The maximum
allowable vent length
is 10 ft.
FIGURE 7
3 FEET
MINIMUM
40 FEET
MAXIMUM
FIGURE 4
* Refer to the "Venting" section.
SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS
CORNER TERMINATION
12”
MINIMUM
24”
MINIMUM
MAXIMUM 10FT VENT LENGTH
The maximum vent length for a corner installation is 20" of
horizontal run, in addition to the 45° offset. In this case zero
rise is acceptable when using rigid. Flexible venting must
maintain a 6" rise.
20” MAXIMUM
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 8
FIGURE 6
MINIMUM
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MINIMUM AIR TERMINAL LOCATION CLEARANCES
FIGURE 10
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VENTING APPLICATION FLOW CHART
Fireplace Vent Exit
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Horizontal Termination
Vertical rise is equal
to or greater than the
horizontal run
Horizontal run +
vertical rise to
maximum of 40 feet
Vertical rise
is less than
horizontal run
Horizontal run +
vertical rise to
maximum of 24.75
feet
3.5 times the
vertical rise equal
to or greater than
the horizontal run
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
- total of both horizontal vent lengths (HR) and
H
T
offsets (H
- combined horizontal vent lengths in feet
H
R
- offset factor: .03(total degrees of offset - 90°*) in