Napoleon Fireplaces GD80NT, GD80PT User Manual
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WARNINGS & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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TABLE of CONTENTS
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PG2-6 INTRODUCTION
Warnings and Safety Precautions
Warranty
Dimensions
General Instructions
General Information
Care of Glass & Plated Parts
6-11 VENTING
Vent lengths
Venting Specifications
Air Terminal Locations
12-17 INSTALLATION/FRAMING
Wall & Ceiling Protection
Using Flexible Vent Components
Fireplace Vent Connection
Using Rigid Vent Components
Gas Installation
Restricting Vertical Vents
Framing
Clearance to Combustibles
Mantle Clearances and Enclosures
17 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Schematic
18-20 FINISHING
Door Removal
Log Shipping Bracket Removal
Log Placement
Baffle Installation
Charcoal Embers
Lamp Replacement
20 BLOWER REPLACEMENT
21 REMOTE AND VALVE ACCESS
Remote Removal
Valve Removal
22-24 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
Fireplace Operation
Hand Held Remote Operation
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
24 ADJUSTMENTS
Pilot Burner Adjustment
Venturi Adjustment
Air Control Rod Access
25-26 REPLACEMENTS
Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Terminal Kits
Vent Kits
Accessories
27-28 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING
• 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.
• Do not strike or slam shut the fireplace glass door.
• This fireplace uses and requires a fast acting thermocouple. Replace only with a fast acting thermocouple supplied by
Wolf Steel Ltd.
NOTE: CHANGES, OTHER THAN EDITORIAL, ARE DENOTED BY A VERTICAL LINE IN THE MARGIN.
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NAPOLEON gas fireplaces 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. Light bulbs are not covered by this 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.
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 SPECIFICATIONS 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 SER-
VICED 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 prod
uct.
• 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 CAN/CGA B149 Installation Code in Canada or to the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1, and NFPA 54 in the United States. Suitable for mobile home installation if installed in accordance
with the current standard CAN/CSA Z240MH Series, for gas
equipped mobile homes, in Canada or ANSI Z223.1 and NFPA
54 in the United States.
The fireplace 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 fireplace 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 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.
The optional heat circulating blower is supplied with a cord. If
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.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the fireplace open.
Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before
closing the door.
Under extreme vent configurations, allow several minutes
(5-15) for the flame to stabilize after ignition.
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" from the front face of the unit.
Minimum clearance to combustible construction
from fireplace and vent surfaces:
fireplace framing - 0" to stand-offs (top, rear and sides)
fireplace finishing - 5 3/8" to sides,
23 3/8" to top of fireplace opening.
vent pipe - 2 inches
recessed depth - 29 inches
GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY!
Maximum input is 43,000 BTU/hr for both natural gas and propane. When the fireplace is installed at elevations above 4,500ft,
and in the absense 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.
Maximum output for natural gas is 33,540 BTU/hr at an efficiency of 78%; and 34,000 BTU/hr for propane at an efficiency
of 79%. 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 bathroom, bedroom and bedsitting room installations and 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.
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This fireplace may
permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where
not prohibited by local codes.
This fireplace is only for use with the type of gas indicated
on the rating plate. This fireplace is not convertible for use
with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is required for
the gas system operation.
Expansion / contraction nosies during heating up and cooling
down cycles are normal and are to be expected. Change in
flame appearance from "HI" to "LO" is more evident in natural
gas than in propane.
be installed in an aftermarket
VENTING
VENTING LENGTHS & AIR TERMINAL LOCATIONS
Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp
or American Metal Amerivent venting components.
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 Hight Temperature Sealant.
Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and
American Metal Amerivent venting systems must not be
combined.
A starter adaptor must be used and may be purchased from
the corresponding supplier:
Supplier 5&8 ZC
Duravent W175-0170
Amerivent 4DSC-N2
Direct Temp 5DT-AAN
When using Napoleon venting components, use only approved Wolf Steel Ltd. rigid / flexible vent components with
the following termination kits: WALL TERMINAL KIT GD422R,
or 1/12 TO 7/12 PITCH ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD410, 8/12
TO 12/12 ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD411, FLAT ROOF TERMI-
NAL KIT GD412 or PERISCOPE KIT GD401 (for wall penetration below grade). With flexible venting, in conjunction
with the various terminations, use either the 5 foot vent kit
GD420 or the 10 foot vent kit GD430. These vent kits allow
for either horizontal or vertical venting of the fireplace.
The maximum allowable vertical vent length is 40 feet.
The maximum number of allowable 5" vent connections is
three horizontally or vertically (excluding the fireplace and
the air terminal connections).
For optimum flame appearance and fireplace 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.
When venting, the horizontal run must be kept to a minimum of 16 inches or a maximum of 20 feet. If a 20 foot
horizontal run is required, the fireplace must have a minimum vertical rise immediately off the fireplace of 57
inches. FIGURES 2a-c. When terminating vertically, the
vertical rise is a minimum 34 inches and a maximum 40
feet above the fireplace. FIGURE 3.
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff
lightly with a clean dry cloth. The glass is 3/16" ceramic
glass available from your Napoleon / Wolf Steel Ltd. 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.
FIGURES 2A-C
FIGURE 3
Horizontal runs may have a 0 inch rise per foot in all cases
using SIMPSON DURA-VENT or NAPOLEON RIGID OR
FLEXIBLE venting components when venting as
illustrated in Figures 2a, 2b, and 2c.
For optimum performance, it is recommended that all
horizontal runs have a minimum ¼ inch rise per foot.
Provide a means for visually checking the vent connection to the fireplace after the fireplace 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.
Vent lengths that pass through unheated spaces (attics,
garages, crawl space) should be wrapped with a protective insulation sleeve to minimize condensation.
Use a firestop when penetrating interior walls, floor or
ceiling.
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace follow the
venting instruction exactly.
Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length can create difficulty in burner start-up and/or carboning.
If vertical rises greater than 57 inches are necessary,
the increased rise must be deducted from the horizontal run.
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DEFINITIONS ELBOW VENT LENGTH VALUES
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
HT- total of both horizontal vent lengths (HR) and offsets
(HO) in feet
- combined horizontal vent lengths in feet
H
R
H
- offset factor: .03(total degrees of offset - 90°*) in
O
feet
VT- combined vertical vent lengths in feet
TOP EXIT / HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
when (HT) < (VT)
Simple venting configuration (only one 90° elbow)
7
feet inches
1° 0.03 0.5
15° 0.45 6.0
30° 0.9 11.0
45° 1.35 16.0
90°* 2.7 32.0
* the first 90° offset has a zero value and is shown in the
formula as -90°
For vent configurations requiring more than one 90° elbow,
the following formulas apply:
Formula 1: HT < V
Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet
T
FIGURE 4
See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the
required horizontal run HT.
VERTICAL
RISE IN
FEET
V
T
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HT and V
.
T
Example 1:
FIGURE 5
90°
V
2
90°
V
1
V1=3 ft
V2=8 ft
VT=
H1= 2.5 ft
H2=2 ft
HR= H1 + H2 = 2.5 + 2 = 4.5 ft
HO=.
HT= HR + HO = 4.5 + 5.4 = 9.9 ft
T
HT + VT = 9.9 + 11 = 20.9 ft
Formula 1: HT < V
Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet
Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is
acceptable.
V1 +
V2 =
3 + 8 = 11 ft
03(three 90° elbows - 90°) = .03(270° - 90°) = 5.4 ft
T
9.9 < 11
20.9 < 40
90°
H
H
2
1
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TOP EXIT / HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
when (H
Simple venting configuration (only one 90° elbow)
) > (VT)
T
FIGURE 6
See graph to determine the required vertical rise V
HT.
for the required horizontal run
T
REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
INCHES
V
T
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H
T
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HT and V
.
T
For vent configurations requiring more than one 90° elbow
the following formulas apply:
Formula 1: HT < 4.2 V
T
Formula 2: HT + VT < 24.75 feet
Example 3:
90°
H
1
V
V
1
V
2
V
T
H
1
H
2
H
3
H
4
H
R
H
O
H
T
HT + VT= 13.6 + 5.5 = 19.1 ft
Formula 1: HT < 4.2 V
=4 ft
= 1.5 ft
= V1 + V2 = 4 + 1.5 = 5.5 ft
=2 ft
=1 ft
=1 ft
= 1.5 ft
= H1 + H2 + H3 + H4 = 2 + 1 + 1 + 1. 5 = 5.5 ft
= .03(four 90° elbows - 90°) = .03(360° - 90°) = 8.1 ft
= HR + HO = 5.5 + 8.1 = 13.6 ft
90°
1
T
4.2 VT = 4.2 x 5.5 = 23.1 ft
13.6 < 23.1
Formula 2: HT + VT < 24.75 feet
19.1 < 24.75
Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is
acceptable.
V
H
2
FIGURE 8
H
2
3
H
4
90°
H
1
H
2
Example 2:
V
1
FIGURE 7
V
H
H
H
H
H
HT + VT=
Formula 1: HT < 4.2 V
= VT = 6 ft
1
=3 ft
1
=5 ft
2
= H1 + H2 = 3 + 5 = 8 ft
R
= .03(two 90° elbows - 90°) = .03(180° - 90°) = 2.7 ft
O
= HR + HO = 8 + 2.7 = 10.7 ft
T
10.7 + 6 =16.7
T
4.2 VT = 4.2 x 6 = 25.2 ft
10.7 < 25.2
Formula 2: HT + VT < 24.75 feet
16.7 < 24.75
Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is acceptable.
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TOP EXIT VERTICAL TERMINATION
when (HT) < (VT)
Simple venting configurations
FIGURE 9
REQUIRED
VERTICAL RISE
IN FEET
V
T
9
See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the
required horizontal run HT.
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HT and V
For vent configurations requiring more than zero 90° elbow
(top exit) or one 90° elbow (rear exit), the following formulas
apply:
Formula 1: HT < V
.
T
T
H
Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet
T
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