Napoleon GSS36N, GSS36P Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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

CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CR97-003, CAN1-2.21-M85, IAS U.S. 4-96.

OUTDOOR GAS APPLIANCE

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR

OUTDOOR GAS FIREPLACE

NATURAL GAS MODEL

PROPANE GAS MODEL

CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS

GSS36N

GSS36P

WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re or

explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable 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.

• Close propane bottle or shut-off gas
supply.

• Do not use any phone in your build

• 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.

ing or near the appliance.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.

THIS FIREPLACE MUST BE INSTALLED OUTSIDE.

Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON L4M 4Y8 Canada • [phone] • fax[phone]

www.napoleonfi replaces.com • [e-mail]

$10.00

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TABLE of CONTENTS

PG 3-4 INTRODUCTION

Warranty
General Instructions
General Information

5-6 INSTALLATION

Gas Installation
Combustion and Ventilation Air Provisions
Clearance to Combustibles
Framing
Mantel Clearances
Nailing Tab Installation

7-8 FINISHING

Log Placement
Curtain Mesh
Hood Installation
Logo Placement
Louvre Installation

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

9 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

Operating Instructions
Maintenance
Venturi Adjustment

10 REPLACEMENTS

Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts

11-12 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

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WARNING

• Under no circumstances should this fi replace be modifi ed.

• Provide adequate ventilation and combustion air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing
and operating the fi replace. Never obstruct the front opening of the fi replace.

• If fi replace keeps shutting off, have it serviced. Keep burner and control compartment clean.

• 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. Keep young children and animals away when the fi replace
is hot.

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

• 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 air passageways in the fi replace
are kept clean. The fi replace should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualifi ed service
person. The fi replace area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
fl ammable vapours and liquids.

• Furniture or other objects must be kept a minimum of 4 feet away from the front of the fi replace.

• 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 allow wind to blow directly into the fi replace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner fl ame patterns.

• Do not use any accessory not approved for use with this fi replace.

ANY CHANGE TO THIS FIREPLACE OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS

AND IS PROHIBITED.

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

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NAPOLEON® gas appliances are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized

ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Assurance Certifi cate.
NAPOLEON® products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained
craftsmen who take great pride in their work.  e burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fi red at a
quality test station. Once assembled the complete appliance is thoroughly inspected by a qualifi ed technician
before packaging to ensure that you, the customer, receives the quality product that you expect from
NAPOLEON®.

NAPOLEON® GAS APPLIANCE 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

All stainless steel components of your new NAPOLEON® gas appliance are warranted against defects for
fi ve years.

All parts such as gas valves, logs, gasketing are covered and NAPOLEON® will provide replacement parts
free of charge during the fi rst year of the limited warranty.

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the fi rst year. Repair work, however,
requires the prior approval of an authorized company offi cial. 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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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 fi led with NAPOLEON® -- provided that the purchase was made through an authorized NAPOLEON® dealer and is subject to the following
conditions and limitations:

This limited warranty applies only while the unit remains at the site of original installation, and only if the unit is installed in Canada or the United States.

This factory warranty is nontransferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.

Installation must be done in accordance with the installation instructions included with the product and all local and national building and fi re 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, mechanical breakage
of logs and embers.

In the fi rst year only, this warranty extends to the repair or replacement of warranted parts which are defective in material or workmanship provided that the product has been
operated in accordance with the operation instructions and under normal conditions.

After the fi rst year, with respect to this Limited Warranty, 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 fi rst 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 Limited Warranty, NAPOLEON’S responsibility under this warranty is defi ned as above and it shall not in any event extend to
any incidental, consequential or indirect damages.

This warranty defi nes the obligations and liability of NAPOLEON® with respect to the NAPOLEON® gas appliance and any other warranties expressed or implied with respect
to this product, its components or accessories are excluded.

This limited warranty does not cover damages resulting from the use of components not supplied with the appliance, or the use of fuel other than those specifi ed.

Any damages to appliance due to weather, 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.

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED
BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installa-

tion practices vary from region to region and it is important to know
the specifi cs that apply to your area.

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 appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.

• The fl exible connector must not be longer than 36“.

• 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 fi tter when installed within the commonwealth
of Massachusetts.

• Un-vented room heater shall be installed in accordance with
527 CMR 30.00 and 248 CMR 3.00 through 7.00.

• Sellers of un-vented propane or natural gas-fi red space/room
heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR

30.00 upon the sale of the unit from

http://www.napoleonfi replaces.com/Webshare/installation_
manuals/mass_requirements.pdf

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

The installation must conform with Local codes or in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/INFPA
54 in the United States or CSA B149.1, Natural and Propane Instal­lation code in Canada.

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 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.

GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TEST­FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY! Maximum

input is 40,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and propane. When the fi re­place is installed at elevations above 2,000ft, and in the absence of
specifi c recommendations from the local authority having jurisdiction,
the certifi ed high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of
4% for each additional 1,000ft.

It is highly recommended to protect the logs from moisture (rain,
snow). Cover the fi rebox when not in use.

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

Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5“ water column for natural
gas and 11“ water column for propane. Maximum inlet gas pressure
is 7“ water column for natural gas and 13“ water column for propane.
Manifold pressure under fl ow conditions is 3.5“ water column for
natural gas and 10“ water column for propane.

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.

Use only accessories designed for and listed with

your specifi c fi replace.

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DIMENSIONS

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