Napoleon Fireplaces GSS36N User Manual

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

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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 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.

• Close propane bottle or shut-off gas
supply.

• 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.

or near the appliance.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified 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.napoleonfireplaces.com • [e-mail]

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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
Mantle Clearances
Nailing Tab Installation

9 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

Operating Instructions
Maintenance
Venturi Adjustment

10 REPLACEMENTS

Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts

11-12 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

7-8 FINISHING

Log Placement
Curtain Mesh
Hood Installation
Logo Placement
Louvre Installation

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING

• Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified.

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

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

• 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 vicinity of the fireplace.

• 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 air passageways in the
fireplace are kept clean. The fireplace should be inspected before use and at least annually by a
qualified service person. The fireplace area must be kept clear and free from combustible mate­rials, gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids.

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

• 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 allow wind to blow directly into the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame
patterns.

• Do not use any accessory not approved for use with this fireplace.

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 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. Once
assembled the complete appliance is thoughly inspected by a qualified technician before packaging to ensure that
you, the customer; revieves 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 againstAll stainless steel components of your new Napoleon gas appliance are warranted against

All stainless steel components of your new Napoleon gas appliance are warranted against

All stainless steel components of your new Napoleon gas appliance are warranted againstAll stainless steel components of your new Napoleon gas appliance are warranted against

defects for five years.defects for five years.

defects for five years.

defects for five years.defects for five years.

All parts such as gas valves, logs, gasketing are covered and Napoleon will provide replacementAll parts such as gas valves, logs, gasketing are covered and Napoleon will provide replacement

All parts such as gas valves, logs, gasketing are covered and Napoleon will provide replacement

All parts such as gas valves, logs, gasketing are covered and Napoleon will provide replacementAll parts such as gas valves, logs, gasketing are covered and Napoleon will provide replacement

parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.

parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.

parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.

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Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. RepairLabour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair

Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. RepairLabour 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 towork, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to

work, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to

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are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work

are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work

are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work

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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 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 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, mechanical breakage of logs and

embers.

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 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 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 Limited 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 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 specified.

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. Installation practices vary from region to re­gion and it is important to know the specifics that apply to
your area.

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 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 combustible
material other than wood flooring, the fireplace shall be
installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth.

GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUAL­ITY! Maximum input is 40,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and

propane. When the fireplace is installed at elevations above
2,000ft, 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.

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

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.

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.

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 specific fireplace.

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DIMENSIONS

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