Napoleon GL18NE, GL24NE, GL18PE, GL24PE, GL30PE Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.

CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS ALONE WITH THE APPLIANCE.

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CERTIFIED UNDER: ANSI Z21.60 / CSA 2.26 DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCES FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID-FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES

GL18NE, GL24NE,

GL30NE

NATURAL GAS

GL18PE, GL24PE,

GL30PE

PROPANE

CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI/CSA METHODS.

SAFETY INFORMATION

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WARNING

If the information in these instructions are
not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion
may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.

- Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable
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 building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbour’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fi re department.

- Installation and service must be performed by a

qualifi ed installer, service agency or the supplier.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
permanently located, manufactured home (USA
only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by
local codes.

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GL18

GL24

GL30

CERTIFIED

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless a
certifi ed kit is used.

Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 0G8 Canada /

103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030

Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.napoleonfi replaces.com • [e-mail]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 2

2.0 INTRODUCTION 3

2.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 4

2.2 GENERAL INFORMATION 5

2.3 MINIMUM APPLIANCE SIZE 5

2.4 RATING PLATE 5

3.0 INSTALLATION 6

3.1 GAS PIPING 6

3.2 DAMPER STOP INSTALLATION 7

4.0 FINISHING 8

4.1 ANDIRON AND GRATE ASSEMBLY 8

4.2 BATTERY INSTALLATION 8

4.3 LOG PLACEMENT 9

4.4 MEDIA 10

4.5 LOGO PLACEMENT 10

4.6 OPTIONAL ROCK PLACEMENT 11

4.7 OPTIONAL REMOTE INSTALLATION (NOT SUPPLIED) 11

5.0 WIRING DIAGRAM 12

6.0 OPERATION 13

6.1 OPERATING AND LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 13

7.0 ADJUSTMENTS 14

7.1 PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT 14

7.2 VENTURI ADJUSTMENT 14

7.3 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS 15

8.0 MAINTENANCE 15

9.0 REPLACEMENTS 16

10.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING 18

11.0 WARRANTY 20

12.0 SERVICE HISTORY 21

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

1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

Logs, see “LOG PLACE­MENT” section.

Andiron, see “ANDIRON
AND GRATE ASSEMBLY”
section.

Batteries, see “BATTERY
INSTALLATION” section.

Rating Plate, see “RATING
PLATE INFORMATION”
section.

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Media, see “MEDIA” sec­tion.

2.0 INTRODUCTION

• THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED.

• ANY CHANGES OR ALTERATIONS TO THIS APPLIANCE OR IT’S CONTROLS CAN BE
DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIBITED.

• Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate

appliance according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury.

• Risk of fi re or asphyxiation do not operate appliance with fi xed glass removed.

• Do not connect 110 volts to the control valve.

• Risk of burns. The appliance should be turned off and cooled before servicing.

• Do not install damaged, incomplete or substitute components.

• Risk of cuts and abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal

edges may be sharp.

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

• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperature and should stay away

to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Toddlers, young children and others may be susceptible to accidental
contact burns. A physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals in the house. To restrict
access to an appliance or stove, install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers, young children and
other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.

• Clothing or other fl ammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.

• Due to high temperatures, the appliance 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 appliance 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 appliance.

• This appliance is a vented gas-fi red appliance. Do not burn wood or other materials in this appliance.

• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the

appliance and venting system are kept clean. The appliance 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 appliance area must be kept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other fl ammable vapors and liquids.

• Under no circumstances should this appliance be modifi ed.

• This appliance must not be connected to a chimney fl ue pipe serving a separate solid fuel burning

appliance.

• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualifi ed service

technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control
which has been under water.

• Do not operate the appliance 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 appliance glass door.

• Only doors / optional fronts certifi ed with the unit are to be installed on the appliance.

• Keep the packaging material out of reach of children and dispose of the material in a safe manner. As

with all plastic bags, these are not toys and should be kept away from children and infants.

• As with any combustion appliance, we recommend having your appliance regularly inspected and

serviced as well as having a Carbon Monoxide Detector installed in the same area to defend you and
your family against Carbon Monoxide.

• Ensure clearances to combustibles are maintained when building a mantel or shelves above the
appliance. Elevated temperatures on the wall or in the air above the appliance can cause melting,
discolouration or damage to decorations, a T.V. or other electronic components.

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WARNING

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2.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT,

WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED.

PROVIDE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE FOR SERVICING AND OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.

NEVER OBSTRUCT THE FRONT OPENING OF THE APPLIANCE.

OBJECTS PLACED IN FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE KEPT A MINIMUM OF 48” FROM THE

SURFACES AROUND AND ESPECIALLY ABOVE THE APPLIANCE CAN BECOME HOT. AVOID CONTACT

WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS OPERATING.

HIGH PRESSURE WILL DAMAGE VALVE. DISCONNECT GAS SUPPLY PIPING BEFORE PRESSURE TESTING GAS

LINE AT TEST PRESSURES ABOVE 1/2 PSIG. CLOSE THE MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE BEFORE PRESSURE

TESTING GAS LINE AT TEST PRESSURES EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN 1/2 PSIG.

USE ONLY WOLF STEEL APPROVED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

USING NON-LISTED ACCESSORIES (BLOWERS, DOORS, LOUVRES, TRIMS, GAS COMPONENTS, VENTING

COMPONENTS, ETC.) COULD RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND CERTIFICATION.

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WARNING

PROVIDE ADEQUA TE VENTILA TION.

FRONT FACE OF THE UNIT.

FIRE RISK. EXPLOSION HAZARD.

DO NOT USE A BLOWER INSERT, HEAT EXCHANGER INSERT OR ANY OTHER ACCESSORY NOT APPROVED FOR USE

WITH THIS APPLIANCE

Thoroughly clean the chimney, fl ue and existing
appliance before installing the new appliance into
it. Do not burn solid fuels in any appliance that is
equipped with this gas log set.

We suggest that our gas
hearth products be installed
and serviced by professionals

The installation of this appliance must conform with
local codes or in the absence of local codes, it must
conform to ANSI Z.223.1 or the CAN/CGA B149.

Do not operate appliance in the presence of gasoline
or other fl ammable liquids and vapours. Keep area
clear of other combustible materials. The appliance
and its shut off must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system before any pressure testing of the
system is done.

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:

• This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter when installed within the
commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• The appliance damper must be removed or welded in the open position prior to installation of a
appliance

• insert or gas log.

• 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 appliance is a
direct vent sealed combustion product.

• A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing gas fi red appliances.

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

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2.2 GENERAL INFORMATION

THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE INSTALLED IN A BEDROOM OR BATHROOM.

Altitude (FT) 0-4,500 0-4,500 0-4,500 0-4,500 0-4,500 0-4,500
Max input (BTU/HR) 55,000 55,000 60,000 60,000 65,000 65,000
Min Inlet Gas Supply Pressure 4.5“ Water

Max Inlet Gas Supply Pressure 7“ Water

Manifold Pressure (Under Flow

3.5“ Water

Conditions)

2.3 MINIMUM APPLIANCE SIZE

LOG SET HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH

GL18 18” 22” 14”
GL24 20” 28” 14”
GL30 22” 34” 14”

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WARNING

GL18 GL24 GL30

NG LP NG LP NG LP

Column

Column

Column

11“ Water

Column

13“ Water

Column

10“ Water

Column

4.5“ Water
Column

7“ Water

Column

3.5“ Water
Column

11“ Water

Column

13“ Water

Column

10“ Water

Column

4.5“ Water
Column

7“ Water

Column

3.5“ Water
Column

11“ Water

13“ Water

10“ Water

Do not install the gas log set into a cavity smaller than that
referenced in the table.

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Column

Column

Column

2.4 RATING PLATE

CERTIFIED UNDER / HOMOLOGUE SELON LES NORMES: ANSI Z21.60b-2004 CGA 2.26b-2004, DECORATIVE APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID-FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES

GL18 NE GL24 NE GL30 NE

55,000BTU/h 60,000BTU/h 65,000BTU/h
34,000BTU/h 35,000BTU/h 36,000BTU/h

THE RATING PLATE IS CHAINED TO THE LEG OF THE BURNER BASE AND SHOULD BE TUCKED
UNDER THE ENTIRE ASSEMBLY

CERTIFIED

CERTIFIED FOR CANADA/ USA

CERTIFIEE POUR CANADA/ USA

REFERENCE # W/N 15987

WOLF STEEL LTD.

24 NAPOLEON ROAD. BARRIE, ONTARIO L4M 0G8 CANADA

WOLF STEEL USA

18”

20”

22”

103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030

SERIAL NUMBER/NO. DE SERIE: GLE

GL18 PE

55,000BTU/h 60,000BTU/h 65,000BTU/h
45,000BTU/h 50,000BTU/h 50,000BTU/h

GL24 PE GL30 PE

W385-1870

This rating plate illustration is for reference only. Refer to the rating plate on the appliance for accurate
information.

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3.0 INSTALLATION

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED IN A SOLID-FUEL BURNING FIREPLACE WITH A WORKING

FLUE AND CONSTRUCTED OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL.

The appliance and gas logs function as a system. If the appliance is not drafting properly and spilling into the
room (check with a match or a smoke stick), reposition the damper clamp until a positive draft is obtained
by opening the damper. If negative pressure in home prevents having a positive draft, consult an air quality
specialist.

3.1 GAS PIPING

DO NOT CONNECT EITHER THE WALL SWITCH, THERMOSTAT OR GAS VALVE TO ELECTRICITY

This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the individual manual shut off
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressure equal to or less than ½ psi
(3.5 kPa)

A. Centre the appliance in the fi replace opening, making

sure the appliance has enough room behind it for the
gas line to run behind the log set under the log support.

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WARNING

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WARNING

(110 VOLTS).

Regulator

Union

Manual

Shut-Off

Valve

B. Route the gas line and sizing using piping ½” diameter

or greater to allow the full volume of gas to the
appliance. The routing of the gas line has to be done to
local and / or national codes.

C. When rigid pipe is used an ANSI approved manual shut

off and a union must be installed upstream within the
appliance cavity.

D. To ensure the appliance operates reliably install a

sediment trap upstream of the appliance within the
structures of the piping system.

E. When using propane, a regulator must be used between the tank and the outside wall of the house to

ensure the line pressure does not exceed 14” w.c.

F. Check gas connections with a gas detection device to test for leaks in the system. Soapy water

mixture can also be used to check for leaks.

G. Once all the gas connections are tested for leaks, start the appliance. Follow the lighting instructions

to ensure the appliance is working properly before fi nishing.

Appliance

3"

Sediment

Trap

Appliance

Wall

Shut-Off

Key

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3.2 DAMPER STOP INSTALLATION

The damper must be permanently locked in
position to prevent full closure and to provide
a minimum fl ue opening. Various methods
for locking the damper may be used but may
be restricted from region to region and it is
important to know the specifi cs that apply to
your area. For your convenience a damper
stop is provided with the appliance and may
be used where not prohibited by state or local
codes.

Use the 3” adjustable bolt to adjust the damper to the correct opening, based on the enclosed chart.
Should the damper stop not fi t, or provide the required permanent opening from the Minimum Damper Opening

table, have the damper cut to provide a minimum permanent opening or install an alternate stop.

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DAMPER STOP

DAMPER

Creosote, ashes and loose paint must be cleaned from the
chimney fl ue and fi rebox by a qualifi ed chimney cleaner,
before installing in a solid fuel burning appliance.
Any outside air ducts and/or ash dumps in the fi replace shall
be permanently closed at time of appliance installation.

If the damper stop (supplied) is not applicable the damper
may be fi xed open by the following method:

• Drill a hole in either end of the damper.

• Using a bolt of suffi cient length and adjustment, with 2
nuts, secure to damper through the hole.

• Adjust to correct opening.

MINIMUM DAMPER OPENING

(SQUARE INCHES)

CHIMNEY

HEIGHT

6 33.8”

8 31.2”
10 28.7” 22.1”
15 26.1” 17.3”
20 23.7” 14.5”
25 22.7” 12.6”
30 21.6” 11.3”
35 10.8”
40 10.2”

MASONRY

APPLIANCE

FACTORY BUILT

APPLIANCE

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4.0 FINISHING

4.1 ANDIRON AND GRATE ASSEMBLY

A. With the 2 andirons laying face

down, secure the grate overtop
using two ¼-20 bolts (supplied in
the manual baggie).

B. Install the grate/andiron assembly

to the burner base using four 1 ¼”
self tapping screws (supplied in the
manual baggie).

USE ONLY ACCESSORIES

DESIGNED FOR AND

LISTED WITH YOUR
SPECIFIC LOG SET.

4.2 BATTERY INSTALLATION

A. Remove all the logs.
B. The battery pack is located at the rear right corner

of the burner behind the pilot. If there is room, slide
the battery pack out to the right, otherwise lift up
carefully, making sure that the wires connected to
the battery pack do not become entangled.

C. Unfasten the Velcro and replace the 4 AA batteries.
D. Replace battery pack and log set (see “LOG

PLACEMENT” section).

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