Napoleon Fireplaces BGNV42P, BGNV42N User Manual
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CSA 2.22, AND ANSI Z21.50 RESPECTIVELY FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACES.
MILLIVOLT SYSTEM
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE
NATURAL GAS MODEL
PROPANE GAS MODEL
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS
BGNV42N
BGNV42P
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 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 fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
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TABLE of CONTENTS
Warranty
General Instructions
General Information
Care of Glass & Plated Parts
5 VENTING
Vent Safety Switch
Hi Limit Switch
Venting Action Check
6-7 INSTALLATION
Gas Installation
Framing
Nailing Tab Installation
Mantle Clearances
8-9 FINISHING
Louvre Bracket Installation
Door Removal & Installation
Louvre Installation
Logo Placement
Log Placement
Charcoal & Glowing Embers
11 OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL THERMOSTATIC SENSOR
12-13 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
13 ADJUSTMENTS
Pilot Burner Adjustment
Venturi Adjustment
14 REPLACEMENTS
Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Accessories
15-16 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
• The product is a vented gas fireplace. 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.
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NAPOLEON products 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. 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
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, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts
against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled components and aluminum extrusion trims.
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as the blower, gas valve, thermal
switch, switches, wiring, remote control, 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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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 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 first year, with respect to this President's Limited Lifetime 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 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 SPECIFICA TIONS AND DESIGNS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUE TO ON-GOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® IS A REGISTERED
TRADEMARK OF WOLF STEEL LTD. PATENTS U.S. 5.303.693.801 - CAN. 2.073.411, 2.082.915. © WOLF STEEL LTD.
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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 specifics that apply to
your area,
for example: 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 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 the fireplace to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current
CAN/CGA B149, Installation Codes.
The fireplace and its individual shut off 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 shut off 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.
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff
lightly with a clean dry cloth. The fireplace is factory
equipped with 3/16" thick tempered glass. Use only replacement glass available from your Napoleon dealer.
Do not substitute materials.
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 and combustion air.
Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and operating the fireplace. Never obstruct the
front opening of the fireplace.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept
a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the
unit.
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace follow the venting & operating instructions exactly.
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 and vapour barrier coming into contact with the
fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of
the fireplace enclosure be 'finished' (i.e.: drywall/
sheetrock) as you would finish any other wall of the
home. This will ensure that clearance to
combustibles is maintained within the cavity.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY! Maximum input for the fireplace is 28,500 BTU/h for
natural gas and 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.
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.
This fireplace is approved for bedroom and bed-sitting room
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.
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FIGURE 1
VENTING
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This is a vented appliance and must be connected to a
chimney in accordance with the current installation codes.
In absence of local codes, install to the current National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current
CAN/CGA B149, Installation Codes. This model can be
common-vented.
A minimum six inch diameter (6"ø) B-vent or class A vent is
required. A minimum 10' vent height is required. Secure
the B-vent to the exhaust collar on the stove top with 3
screws. In cold climates, the use of a B-vent and an insu-
VENT SAFETY SWITCH
lated chase is recommended.
This thermally activated switch, located in front of the draft
hood, senses an increase in temperature and acts as a
safety shut-off (See 'A' below). It shuts down the gas to the
main burner in the event of a severe downdraft of air or a
blocked or disconnected chimney flue. If the flue is blocked
or has no "draw", the safety switch will automatically shut
off the supply of gas to the main burner within 10 minutes.
This switch must be manually reset by depressing
the plunger. Refer to Figure 2.
Tampering with the safety switch can result in carbon monoxide poisoning and possible death.
HIGH LIMIT SWITCH
This thermally activated switch, located in front of the draft
hood, senses an increase in temperature and acts as a
safety shut-off (See 'A' below). It shuts down the gas to the
main burner in the unlikely event of the unit overheating.
The HI Limit switch will automatically reset after the unit
VENT SAFETY
has cooled down, resuming gas flow to the main burner.
SWITCH
THERMOSTAT OR
WALL SWITCH
FIGURE 3
HIGH LIMIT
SWITCH
VALVE
VENTING ACTION CHECK
A test for correct venting action must be made before
the installed unit can be left with the customer.
Follow the procedure below:
1. Close all doors and windows in the room / start exhaust fans in the home / turn the fireplace blower off (if so
equipped).
2. Set controls to "high" and light the unit.
3. Wait 5 minutes. Light a match and hold to the front of
the draft hood. FIGURES 4 & 5.
FIGURE 2
PLUNGER
A
TP
B
1
2
3
HI LIMIT
SWITCH
FIGURE 4
Venting action is satisfactory, if smoke and flames are
drawn into the draft hood.
FIGURE 5
Venting action is unsatisfactory, if the smoke spills back,
and the flame splays outward. If venting action is unsatisfactory, turn off the unit, wait 10 minutes and try again. If the smoke
is still not drawn into the draft hood, turn the unit off and check
for vent blockage or restriction. If necessary, consult with a qualified inspector.
The Vent Safety or Hi Limit switches must not be
adjusted or disabled.
In the event that either switch or any associated
parts are exchanged, only original manufacturer's
parts may be used.
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