Napoleon WHVF31N, WHVF31P User Manual

INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.

CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CERTIFIED UNDER AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: ANSI Z21.11.2 FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS.

CERTIFIED FOR THE UNITED STATES USING ANSI METHODS.

SAFETY INFORMATION

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INSTALLATION AND

WHVF31N

!

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 is an unvented gas-fi red heater that

uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for adequate combustion
and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to
section “ COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR
PROVISIONS”.

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

NATURAL GAS

WHVF31P

PROPANE

!

WARNING

HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE

BURNS.

DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL

COOLED.

NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO

TOUCH GLASS.

$10.00

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 3

2.0 INTRODUCTION 4

2.2 DIMENSIONS 5

2.2.1 CONVEX SURROUND (S31CV) 5

2.2.2 RECTANGULAR SURROUND (S31R) 5

2.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 5

2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION 7

2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION 7

3.0 INSTALLATION 8

3.1 COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR PROVISIONS 8

3.2 DETERMINING CONFINED OR UNCONFINED SPACE 8

3.3 MOUNTING PLATE INSTALLATION 10

3.4 MOUNTING THE APPLIANCE 10

3.5 GAS INSTALLATION 11

3.6 MOBILE HOME 11

3.7 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 12

4.0 FINISHING 13

4.1 HOUSING PANEL INSTALLATION 13

4.2 DOOR REMOVAL / INSTALLATION 14

4.3 BRICK PANEL INSTALLATION 14

4.4 GLASS MEDIA 15

4.5 SURROUND INSTALLATION / REMOVAL 15

5.0 OPTIONAL INSTALLATION 16

5.1 SAFETY SCREEN INSTALLATION 16

5.2 REMOTE RECEIVER LOCATION/WIRING 16

6.0 ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 17

6.1 WIRING DIAGRAM 17

7.0 OPERATION 18

7.1 LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 18

8.0 ADJUSTMENTS 19

8.1 VENTURI ADJUSTMENT 19

8.2 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS 19

9.0 MAINTENANCE 20

9.1 CARE OF GLASS 20

9.2 CARE OF PLATED PARTS 20

9.3 DOOR GLASS REPLACEMENT 21

10.0 REPLACEMENTS 22

11.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING 24

12.0 WARRANTY 26

13.0 SERVICE HISTORY 27

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

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1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

Mantel, see
“MINIMUM
CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES”
section.

Side Wall

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Rating plate, see “RATING
PLATE INFORMATION”
section.

Side Wall, see
“MINIMUM
CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES”
section.

Surround, see
“FINISHING” section.

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2.0 INTRODUCTION

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

• ANY CHANGES TO THIS APPLIANCE OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIBITED.

• Under no circumstances should this appliance be modifi ed.

• 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 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.

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

• If the appliance shuts off, do not re-light until you provide fresh air. If appliance keeps shutting off, have it
serviced. Keep burner and control compartment clean.

• 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.

• Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. 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, install an adjustable safety gate
to keep toddlers, young children and other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.

• 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 measures to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot
surfaces.

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

• 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.

• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the
appliance are kept clean. The appliance 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 vapours and liquids.

• Furniture or other objects must be kept a minimum of 4 feet away from the front of the 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 allow fans to blow directly into the appliance. Avoid any drafts that alter burner fl ame patterns.

• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this appliance.

• Carbon or soot should not occur in a vent free appliance as it can distribute into the living area of your home.
If you notice any signs of carbon or soot, immediately turn off your appliance and arrange to have it serviced
by a qualifi ed technician before operating it again.

• 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.

• If equipped, the screen must be in place (closed) when the appliance is in operation.

• 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.

!

WARNING

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2.2 DIMENSIONS

2.2.1 CONVEX SURROUND (S31CV)

36

18 5/32”

5

5

/16”

1

/2”

29

48 3/8”

9 1/8”

2.2.2 RECTANGULAR SURROUND (S31R)

28”

43 5/16”

7 3/8”

2.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

3 1/2”

3 1/2”

1 9/16”

1 9/16”

GAS
INLET

18 3/8”

GAS
INLET

36

1

26

/8”

ELECTRICAL
INLET

11

/16”

1

26

/8”

ELECTRICAL
INLET

!

WARNING

* CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH

EARLY SIGNS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING RESEMBLE THE FLU, WITH HEADACHE,

DIZZINESS AND/OR NAUSEA. IF YOU HAVE THESE SIGNS, THE HEATER MAY NOT BE WORKING

PROPERLY. GET FRESH AIR AT ONCE! HAVE HEATER SERVICED.

SOME PEOPLE---PREGNANT WOMEN, PERSONS WITH HEART OR LUNG DISEASE, ANEMIA,

THOSE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, THOSE AT HIGH ALTITUDES--- ARE MORE

AFFECTED BY CARBON MONOXIDE THAN OTHERS.

THE 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.

OBJECTS PLACED IN FRONT OF THE HEATER SHOULD BE KEPT A MINIMUM OF 48” AWAY FROM

THE FRONT FACE OF THE APPLIANCE.

USE ONLY WOLF STEEL APPROVED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WITH

THIS APPLIANCE. USING NON-LISTED ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS (BLOWERS,

LOUVRES, TRIMS, GAS COMPONENTS, VENT COMPONENTS, ETC.) COULD RESULT IN A SAFETY

HAZARD AND WILL VOID THE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY.

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

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT CERAMIC CATALYST IN PLACE.

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This gas appliance should be installed and serviced by a qualifi ed 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 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 appliance is a direct
vent sealed combustion product.

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

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

• Un-vented room appliance 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 appliances shall provide to each purchaser
a copy of 527 CMR 30.00 upon the sale of the appliance from http://www.napoleonfi replaces.com/
Webshare/installation_manuals/mass_requirements.pdf

In absence of local codes, install the appliance to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
Installation Code which can be obtained from:

American National Standards Institute Inc. or National Fire Protection Association Inc.

1430 Broadway Batterymarch Park
New York, NY 10018 Quincy, MA 02269

The appliance 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 appliance 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
installed with a blower the junction box must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local
codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current ANSI / NFPA 70 National Electric Code. In the case
where the blower is equipped with a power cord it must be connected into a properly grounded receptacle.
The grounding prong must not be removed from the cord plug.

As long as the required clearance to combustibles is maintained,
the most desirable and benefi cial location for the appliance is in the
center of a building, thereby allowing the most effi cient use of the
heat created. The location of windows, doors and the traffi c fl ow in
the room where the appliance is to be located should be considered.

* Air shortage caused by an inadequate air supply, improper log
positions, the addition of foreign or unapproved materials or the

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failure to properly maintain the appliance, may result in incomplete
combustion of the fuel. Incomplete combustion results in soot being deposited inside the fi rebox as well as
surfaces outside the appliance. If any soot deposits are observed, shut off the appliance immediately and
arrange for it to be serviced by a qualifi ed technician.

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2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION
AND QUALITY!

Altitude 0 - 2,000* 0 - 2,000*
Maximum Input 20,000 BTU/hr 20,000 BTU/hr
Effi ciency 99.9% 99.9%
Minimum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure 4.5” Water Column 11” Water Column
Maximum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure 7” Water Column 13” Water Column
Manifold Pressure Under Flow Conditions 3.5” Water Column 10” Water Column

* When the appliance 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.

This appliance is suitable for mobile home installation. The natural gas model can only be installed in a mobile
home that is permanently positioned on its site and fueled with natural gas. This appliance may be installed in
an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.

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RATES AND EFFICIENCIES

NATURAL GAS PROPANE GAS

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.

Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be expected.

2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION

For rating plate location, see “INSTALLATION
OVERVIEW” section.

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

CERTIFIED UNDER: ANSI Z21.11A-2010 UNVENTED ROOM HEATER
THIS APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED IN

A BEDROOM OR BATHROOM, AND IS INTENDED

FOR SUPPLEMENTAL HEATING. THIS APPLIANCE

MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN AFTERMARKET,

PERMANENTLY LOCATED, MANUFACTURED
(MOBILE) HOME, WHERE NOT PROHIBITED BY
LOCAL CODES. THIS APPLIANCE IS ONLY FOR

USE WITH THE TYPE OF GAS INDICATED ON

THE RATING PLATE. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT

FIELD CONVERTIBLE FOR USE WITH OTHER

GASES. THIS IS A GAS-FIRED UNVENTED

ROOM HEATER THAT REQUIRES ADEQUATE

COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR.

WHVF31N

NATURAL GAS MODEL PROPANE MODEL

*0-2000FT ALTITUDE *0-2000FT
20,000 BTU/HR INPUT 20,000BTU/HR
SIT 880 (NG) CONTROL SIT 880 (LP)
OP 426000 PILOT OP 608000

*ABOVE 2,000FT, CONSULT LOCAL AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION.

MANIFOLD PRESSURE: 3.5”
WATER COLUMN (NG)
MIN. SUPPLY PRESSURE: 4.5”
WATER COLUMN (NG)
MAX. SUPPLY PRESSURE: 7”
WATER COLUMN (NG)

CAUTION: FOR USE WITH GLASS DOORS CERTIFIED WITH THIS UNIT
ONLY.

WARNING: DO NOT ADD ANY MATERIAL TO THE APPLIANCE,
WHICH WILL COME IN CONTACT WITH THE FLAME. DO NOT USE
ACCESSORIES NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
APPLY LOOSE MATERIAL PER INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL. DO NOT
APPLY EXTRA MATERIAL OR MATERIAL NOT SUPPLIED WITH THE
APPLIANCE. IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERNATION,
SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. REFER TO THE OWNER’S
INFORMATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED
INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.

ELECTRICAL RATING: 115V.60HZ. LESS THAN 12 AMPERES

MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
(FROM APPLIANCE):

MANTEL 20”
FLOOR 13”
SIDES 7”

WOLF STEEL LTD.

24 NAPOLEON ROAD, BARRIE, ON, L4M 0G8 CANADA

SERIAL NUMBER

CWHVF31N CWHVF31P

MANIFOLD PRESSURE: 10”
WATER COLUMN (LP)
MIN. SUPPLY PRESSURE: 11”
WATER COLUMN (LP)
MAX. SUPPLY PRESSURE: 13”

NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL

WHVF31

WATER COLUMN (LP)

9700539 (WSL)
4001657 (NGZ)
4001658 (NAC)
4001659 (WUSA)

WHVF31P

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A

A

3.0 INSTALLATION

3.1 COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR PROVISIONS

This appliance shall not be installed in a confi ned space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are
provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air.

The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 defi nes a confi ned space as a space whose volume is
less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances
installed in that space and an unconfi ned space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per
1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space.
Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed, through openings not
furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfi ned space.

The WHVF31 is rated at 20,000 BTUs per hour for natural gas and propane and therefore requires a minimum
unconfi ned space of 1000 cubic feet.

3.2 DETERMINING CONFINED OR UNCONFINED SPACE

To determine the volume of the room where the appliance is to be installed, multiply the width x the length x
the ceiling height of that room measured in feet. If any adjoining rooms are connected by grilles or openings
such as kitchen pass-throughs, etc., the volume of those rooms may be added to the total.

Multiply the room volume by 1000 and divide this amount by 50 to determine the maximum BTU/hr that the
space can support with adequate combustion and ventilation air.

dd the Btu/hr of all fuel burning appliances located within the space such as gas furnace, gas water
appliance, etc. Do not include direct vent gas appliances which draw their input and output air from and to the
outdoors.

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!

WARNING

IF THE AREA IN WHICH THE APPLIANCE MAY BE OPERATED IS SMALLER THAN THA T DEFINED AS

AN UNCONFINED SP ACE OR IF THE BUILDING IS OF UNUSUALLY TIGHT CONSTRUCTION, PROVIDE

ADEQUA TE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR BY ONE OF THE METHODS DESCRIBED IN THE

NA TIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54 , AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION, OR THE

APPLICABLE LOCAL CODE.

IF THE AREA IN WHICH THE APPLIANCE MAY BE OPERATED DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIRED VOLUME

FOR INDOOR COMBUSTION AIR, COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR SHALL BE PROVIDED BY ONE
OF THE METHODS DESCRIBED IN THE ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54, THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE,

OR APPLICABLE LOCAL CODES.

Unusually tight construction is defi ned as construction where:
A) Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapour retarder with a

rating of 1 perm (6 x 10-11 kg per pa-sec-m2) or less with openings gasketed or sealed, and

B) Weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors, and
C) Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames, between sole

plates and fl oors, between wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at penetrations for plumbing, electrical,
and gas lines, and at other openings.

n unvented room appliance is recommended for use as a secondary heat source rather than as a primary
source. Gas combustion produces water vapour which could occur at the rate of approximately one ounce of
water for every 1,000 BTU/hr of gas input. During the cold weather season, indoor humidity levels tend to be
low. Consequently, this water vapour can enhance the living space. However if a problem should occur:

A) Ensure suffi cient combustion and circulation air
B) Use a dehumidifi er
C) Do not use the unvented room appliance as a primary heat source

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Without suffi cient fresh air for proper operation, poor fuel combustion can result. Carbon Monoxide is a result

LENGTH

HEIGHT

ROOM 2

ROOM 1

WIDTH

of poor combustion.
If additional fresh air is required, use one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1 / NFPA54 or the applicable local code.

Room Volume = Length x Width x Height
Max BTU/hr = Room Volume x 1000 / 50

If for example:

The length of the rooms is 10 feet,
The width of Room 1 is 10 feet,
The width of Room 2 is 15 feet,
The height of the rooms is 8 feet.

The volume of Room 1: 10x10x8 = 800 cubic feet
The volume of Room 2: 10x15x8 = 1200 cubic feet

19.1B

EXAMPLE 1:

In this example, because there is no door to the adjoining room, the volume of the adjoining room may be
added to the volume of the room with the heater to get a total unconfi ned space.

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The total unconfi ned space: 800 + 1200 = 2000 cubic feet.
Maximum BTU/h: 2000x1000 = 40,000 BTU/h

50

19.2

EXAMPLE 2:

If in this example a solid door separates Room 1 from Room 2, the volume of Room 2 could not be used. In
this case the maximum BTU/h would be:

Maximum BTU/h: 800x1000 = 16,000 BTU/h
50

19.3

This would be considered a confi ned space since it can not support the 20,000 BTU/h input of the appliance
and it would be necessary to provide adequate combustion and ventilation air to Room 1.

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