Quadra-Fire Expression 36, QV36A-FB, Expression 36 QV36A-FB Owner's Manual
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Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
• Important operating
and maintenance
instructions included.
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.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am-
mable 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
neighbor’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
gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and must be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and
the manufactured home construction and safety standard, Title
24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard for Installation in Mobile Homes,
CAN/CSA Z240MH.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated
on the rating plate.
• Read, understand and follow
these instructions for safe
installation and operation.
DO NOT
DISCARD
• Leave this manual with
party responsible for use
and operation.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other fl ammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable
materials away.
This appliance has been supplied with an integral barrier
to prevent direct contact with the fi xed glass panel. DO
NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed.
Contact your dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies if the
barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
• installation must be performed by a licensed plumber
or gas fi tter;
See Table of Contents for location of additional
Commonwealth of Massachusetts requirements.
Installation and service of this appliance should be
performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies suggests NFI certifi ed or factory trained
professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI
certifi ed professional.
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Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance.
Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.
Congratulations
Congratulations on selecting a Quadra-Fire gas appliance
—an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning
appliances. The Quadra-Fire gas appliance you have
selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety,
reliability, and effi ciency.
As the owner of a new appliance, you’ll want to read and
carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this
Owner’s Manual. Pay special attention to all Cautions and
Warnings.
Homeowner Reference Information
This Owner’s Manual should be retained for future
reference. We suggest that you keep it with your other
important documents and product manuals.
The information contained in this Owner’s Manual, unless
Noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control
systems.
Y our new Quadra-Fire gas appliance will give you years of
durable use and trouble-free enjoyment. Welcome to the
Quadra-Fire family of appliance products!
We recommend that you record the following pertinent
information about your appliance.
Model Name: ___________________________________________ Date purchased/installed: __________________
Serial Number: __________________________________________ Location on appliance: ____________________
Dealership purchased from: _______________________________ Dealer Phone: __________________________
Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Listing Label Information/Location
This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: (Nos produits sont couverts par un ou plusieurs des brevets suivants): (United States)
4593510,4686807, 4766876, 4793322, 4811534, 5000162, 5016609, 5076254, 5113843, 5191877, 5218953, 5263471, 5328356,5341794, 5347983, 5429495,
5452708,5542407, 5601073, 5613487, 5647340, 5688568, 5762062, 5775408, 5890485,5931661, 5941237, 594711 2,5996575,6006743, 6019099, 6048195,
6053165, 6145502, 6170481, 6237588, 6296474, 6374822, 6413079, 6439226, 6484712, 6543698, 6550687, 6601579, 6672860, 6688302B2, 6715724B2,
6729551, 6736133, 6748940, 6748942, D320652, D445174, D462436; (Canada)1297749, 2195264, 2225408; or other U.S. and foreign patents pending (ou
autresbrevetsamericainsetetrangersenattente).
Type of Gas
Not for use with solid fuel .
(Ne doit pas entre utilise avec un combustible solide).
Ty pe of Gas (Sorte De Gaz) :
NATURA L GAS
Gas and Electric
Information
Minimum Permissible
Approved Minimum (De Gaz) Acceptabl e 0. 0 in w. c. (Po. Col. d’eau)
Maximum Pressure (Pression) 0. 0 in w. c. (Po. Col. d’eau)
Maximum Manifold Pressure (Pression) 0. 0 in w. c. (Po. Col. d’eau)
Minimum Manifold Pressure (Pression) 0. 0 in w. c. (Po. Col. d’eau)
T o tal Electrical Requirements: 000V ac, 00Hz., less than 00 Ampere s
AL TI TUDE : 0-0000 FT . 0000-0000FT .
MAX. INPU T BTUH: 00,000 00,000
MIN. INPU T BTUH: 00,000 00,000
ORIFICE SIZE: #XXXXX #XXXXX
The model information regarding your specifi c appliance can be found on
the rating plate usually located in the control area of the appliance.
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Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc.
7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044
This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1
in the USA or CAN/CG A B149 installation codes. (Installer l’ appa re il selon les codes ou regl emen ts
lo caux ou , en l’absence de tels reglements, selon les codes d’in stallation CAN/CGA-B149.)
Gas Supply for Purpos es of Input Adjustment .
ANSI Z21X X-XXXX · CS A 2.XX-MXX · UL307B
IN CANADA
Mode l:
(Modele):
Serial
(Serie):
XXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXX
MADE IN US A
Model Number
Serial Number
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Table of Contents
1 Listing and Code Approvals
A. Appliance Certifi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
B. BTU Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
C. High Altitude Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
D. Non-Combustible Materials Specifi cation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
E. Combustible Materials Specifi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
F. Electrical Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
G. Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts . . 5
2 Getting Started
A. Design and Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
B. Tools and Supplies Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
C. Inspect Appliance and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
D. Inspect Firebox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Framing and Clearances
A. Selecting Appliance Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
B. Constructing the Appliance Chase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
C. Mantel Projections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
D. Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 Termination Locations
A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
5 Vent Information and Diagrams
A. Vent Table Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
B. Use of Elbows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
C. Measuring Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
D. Vent Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6 Vent Clearances and Framing
A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
B. Wall Penetration Framing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
C. Vertical Penetration Framing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
9 Gas Information
A. Fuel Conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
B. Gas Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
C. Gas Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
10 Electrical Information
A. Recommendation for Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
B. Connecting to the Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
C. IntelliFire Ignition System Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
D. Junction Box Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
11 Finishing
A. Mantel Projections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
B. Facing Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
12 Appliance Setup
A. Remove Shipping Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
B. Clean the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
C. Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
D. Ember Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
E. Positioning the Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
F. Glass Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
G. Burner Removal (Only for Servicing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
H. Grilles and Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
I. Air Shutter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
13 Operating Instructions
A. Before Lighting Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
B. Lighting Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
C. After Appliance is Lit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
D. Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
14 Troubleshooting
A. IntelliFire Ignition System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
7 Appliance Preparation
A. Removing Non-combustible Facing Material Assembly . . 20
B. Installing the Optional Heat-Zone-Gas Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
C. Securing and Leveling the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
D. Installing Non-combustible Facing Material . . . . . . . . . . . 22
8 Installing Vent Pipe
A. Assembly of Vent Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
B. Disassembly of Vent Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
C. Installing Heat Shield and Horizontal Termination Cap . . 26
D. Installing Roof Flashing and Vertical Termination Cap . . . 27
15 Maintaining and Servicing Appliance
A. Maintenance Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
16 Reference Materials
A. Appliance Dimension Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
B. Vent Components Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
C. Service Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
D. Limited Lifetime Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
E. Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Î = Contains updated information.
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Listing and Code Approvals
A. Appliance Certifi cation
MODELS: QV36A-FB
LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)
TYPE: Direct Vent Gas Appliance Heater
STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88-2002 • CSA2.33-M02 • UL307B
This product is listed to ANSI standards for “Vented Gas
Appliance Heaters” and applicable sections of “Gas Burning Heating Appliances for Manufactured Homes and
Recreational Vehicles”, and “Gas Fired Appliances for
Use at High Altitudes”.
NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS A PRIMAR Y HEAT SOURCE.
This appliance is tested and approved as either supplemental room heat or as a decorative appliance. It should not be
factored as primary heat in residential heating calculations.
Note: This installation must conform with local codes. In the
absence of local c odes you must comply w ith the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 -latest edition in the U.S.A. and
the CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes in Canada.
B. BTU Specifi cations
Expression 36
(QV36A-FB)
(NG)
(2000-4500 FT)
(LP)
(2000-4500 FT)
US
(0-2000 FT)
CANADA
US
(0-2000 FT)
Maximum
BTUH
37,000 24,000 32
33,300 21,600 33
36,000 26,000 50
32,400 23,400 51
Input
Minimum
Input
BTUH
Orifi ce
Size
(DMS)
C. High Altitude Installations
U.L. Listed gas appliances are tested and approved without requiring changes for elevations from 0 to 2000 feet in
the U.S.A. and Canada.
When installing this appliance at an elevation above 2000
feet, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating
by changing the existing burner orifi ce to a smaller size.
Input rate should be reduced by 4% for each 1000 feet
above a 2000 foot elevation in the U.S.A., or 10% for elevations between 2000 and 4500 feet in Canada. If the
heating value of the gas has been reduced, these rules
do not apply . To identify the proper orifi ce size, check with
the local gas utility.
If installing this appliance at an elevation above 4500 feet
(in Canada), check with local authorities.
WARNING
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.
D. Non-Combustible Materials Specifi cation
Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are
those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete,
slate, glass or plasters, or any combination thereof.
Materials that are reported as passing ASTM E 136,
Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a
Vertical Tube Furnace at 750ºC, shall be considered
non-combustible materials.
E. Combustible Materials Specifi cation
Materials made of or surfaced with wood, compressed
paper, plant fi bers, plastics, or other material that can ig-
nite and burn, whether fl ame proofed or not, or whether
plastered or unplastered shall be considered combustible
materials.
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F. Electrical Codes
NOTICE: This appliance must be electrically wired and
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA
70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code CSA
C22.1.
• A 110-120 VAC circuit for this product must be protected
with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection, in compliance
with the applicable electrical codes, when it is installed in
locations such as in bathrooms or near sinks.
Note: The following requirements reference various
Massachuset ts and national codes not contained in this
document.
G. Requirements for the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts
For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment
installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes, including those
owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the
side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7)
feet above fi nished grade in the area of the venting, in-
cluding but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirements shall be satisfi ed:
Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented
gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gas fi tter
shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector
with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the fl oor
level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gas fi tter shall observe that
a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of
the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall
horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the
responsibility of the property owner to secure the services
of qualifi ed licensed professionals for the installation of
hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic,
the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and
battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent
fl oor level.
In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can
not be met at the time of completion of installation, the
owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply
with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
Inspection
The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the
installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed
in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1
through 4.
Exemptions
The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR
5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:
• The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equip-
ment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current
edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board; and
• Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fu-
eled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes.
MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS
Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall
horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting
system design or venting system components with the
equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer
for installation of the equipment and the venting system
shall include:
• Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting
system design or the venting system components; and
• A complete parts list for the venting system design or
venting system.
Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall
horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the fl ue gases, but identifi es
“special venting systems”, the following requirements
shall be satisfi ed by the manufacturer:
Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA
720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certifi ed.
Signage
A metal or plastic identifi cation plate shall be permanent-
ly mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum
height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the
exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read,
in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS
VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
• The referenced “special venting system” instructions
shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and
• The “special venting systems” shall be Product Ap-
proved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and detailed installation
instructions.
A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting
instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall
remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion
of the installation.
See Gas Connection section for additional Commonwealth of Massachusetts requirements.
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Getting Started
A. Design and Installation Considerations
Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to
operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of
the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside.
No additional outside air source is required.
CAUTION
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult local building, fi re offi cials or authorities having jurisdic-
tion about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
When planning an appliance installation, it’s necessary to
determine the following information before installing:
• Where the appliance is to be installed.
• The vent system confi guration to be used.
• Gas supply piping.
• Electrical wiring.
• Framing and fi nishing details.
• Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,
wall switch, or remote control—are desired.
C. Inspect Appliance and Components
WARNING
Inspect appliance and components for damage.
Damaged parts may impair safe operation.
• Do NOT install damaged components.
• Do NOT install incomplete components.
• Do NOT install substitute components.
Report damaged parts to dealer.
• Carefully remove the appliance and components from
the packaging.
• The vent system components and trim doors are shipped
in separate packages.
• The gas logs may be packaged separately and must be
fi eld installed.
• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass.
• Read all of the instructions before starting the installation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benefi t.
WARNING
WARNING
Keep appliance dry.
• Mold or rust may cause odors.
• Water may damage controls.
B. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following
tools and building supplies are available.
Reciprocating saw Framing material
Pliers High temperature caulking material
Hammer Gloves
Phillips screwdriver Framing square
Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Plumb line Safety glasses
Level 1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws
Manometer Voltmeter
Tape measure Noncorrosive leak check solution
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent
system component.
• Modifi cation of the appliance or vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a fi re hazard.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided
by, the following actions:
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D. Inspect Firebox
Surface cracking or crazing of fi rebrick material is normal
and expected. The following types of cracks are acceptable
and do not require replacement of the unit or the fi rebox:
• Cracks that do not propagate entirely through the
material.
• Light fracture lines or “spider-webbing” on the surface of
the material.
• Cracks that are less than 1/32 in. wide and less than 3
in. long.
• If cosmetically unacceptable, such cracks may be
repaired with the SRV-PACK service kit. See Service
Parts List.
Cracks that are unacceptable:
• Cracks greater than 1/32 in. wide and 3 in. long are at
risk of growing.
• Cracks that penetrate entirely through the firebrick
material.
Inspection for cracking should be run when the appliance
is cool. Cracks tend to close as the appliance heats up.
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Framing and Clearances
Note:
• Illustrations reflect typical installations and are FOR
DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY.
• Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.
• Actual installation may vary due to individual design
preference.
A. Selecting Appliance Location
When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to
consider the required clearances to walls (see fi gure 3.1).
F
WARNING
Fire Risk
Provide adequate clearance:
• Around air openings
• To combustibles
• For service access
Locate appliance away from traffi c areas.
Note: For actual appliance dimensions refer to Section 16.
B
A
In addition to these framing dimensions, also reference the following sections:
• Clearances and Mantel Projections (Sections 3.C and 3.D)
• Vent Clearances and Framing (Section 6).
F
E
D
C
1/2 in.
Expression 36
(QV36A-FB)
Figure 3.1 Appliance Locations
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Model A B C D E F
Inches 41-1/2 17-1/4 32 45-1/4 64 12
Millimeters 1054 439 813 1150 1626 305
B. Constructing the Appliance Chase
A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the
gas appliance and/or its vent system. Vertical vents that
run on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to be, installed inside a chase.
Construction of the chase may vary with the type of building. These instructions are not substitutes for the requirements of local building codes. Local building codes MUST
be checked.
Chases should be constructed in the manner of all outside walls of the home to prevent cold air drafting problems. The chase should not break the outside building
envelope in any manner.
Walls, ceiling, base plate and cantilever fl oor of the chase
should be insulated. Vapor and air infi ltration barriers
should be installed in the chase as per regional codes for
the rest of the home. Additionally, in regions where cold
air infi ltration may be an issue, the inside surfaces may be
sheetrocked and taped for maximum air tightness.
To further prevent drafts, the wall shield and ceiling
fi restops should be caulked with high temperature caulk
to seal gaps. Gas line holes and other openings should
be caulked with high temperature caulk or stuffed with
unfaced insulation. If the appliance is being installed on a
cement surface, a layer of plywood may be placed underneath to prevent conducting cold up into the room.
C. Mantel Projections
3 IN. MIN.
D. Clearances
Fire Risk.
Odor Risk.
• Install appliance on hard metal or wood surfaces
extending full width and depth of appliance.
• Do NOT install appliance directly on carpeting,
vinyl, tile or any combustible material other than
wood.
Fire Risk.
• Construct chase to all clearance specifi cations
in manual.
• Locate and install appliance to all clearance
specifi cations in manual.
Note: Dimensions
shown in inches.
WARNING
WARNING
4
3
2
1
1/2
5
1
2
4
6
8
23 IN.
14 IN.
Figure 3.2 Clearances to Mantels or Other Combustibles
Above Appliance
12 IN. MAX.
1 IN. MAX.
12 IN. MIN.
Figure 3.3 Clearances to Mantel Legs or Wall Projections
(Acceptable on both sides of opening.)
18 IN. MIN.
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E
B
C
D
F
J
H
G
Note: Framing should be constructed of 2 X 4 lumber
or heavier. The framing headers may rest on the appliance stand-offs.
I
Clearance to Combustibles
ABCDE F GHI J
Rough
Opening
(Vent Pipe)
Inches 10 52 17-1/4 41-1/2 32-1/2 0 0 1 1/2 36
Millimeters 254 1321 438 1054 825 0 0 25 13 914
Rough
Opening
(Height)
Rough
Opening
(Depth)
NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE IS DEFINED BY 3 INCHES
ABOVE THE ELBOW FOR THE ENTIRE WIDTH AND
DEPTH (BEHIND THE FRONT HEADER) OF THE FIREBOX.
WALL STUD
Rough
Opening
(Width)
Clearance
to Ceiling
Combustible
Floor
Combustible
Flooring
Behind
Appliance
Sides of
Appliance
Front of
Appliance
Figure 3.4 Clearances to Combustibles
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4
4
Termination Locations
A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Explosion Risk.
Inspect external vent cap regularly.
• Ensure no debris blocks cap.
• Combustible materials blocking cap may
ignite.
• Restricted air fl ow affects burner operation.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Explosion Risk.
Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as
specifi ed.
• Do not pack air space with insulation or other
materials.
Failure to keep insulation or other materials
away from vent pipe may cause fi re.
Measure vertical clearances from this surface.
HORIZONTAL
OVERHANG
2 FT.
MIN.
GAS DIRECT VENT
TERMINATION CAP
Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft.
Flat to 6/12...........................................................1.0*
Over 6/12 to 7/12 .................................................1.25*
Over 7/12 to 8/12 .................................................1.5*
Over 8/12 to 9/12 .................................................2.0*
Over 9/12 to 10/12 ...............................................2.5
Over 10/12 to 11/12 .............................................3.25
Over 11/12 to 12/12 .............................................4.0
Over 12/12 to 14/12 .............................................5.0
Over 14/12 to 16/12 .............................................6.0
Over 16/12 to 18/12 .............................................7.0
Over 18/12 to 20/12 .............................................7.5
Over 20/12 to 21/12 .............................................8.0
* 3 foot minimum in snow regions
Figure 4.2 Minimum height from roof to lowest discharge
opening
20 INCHES MIN.
LOWEST
DISCHARGE
OPENING
H (MIN.) - MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF
TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING
X
12
ROOF PITCH
VERTICAL
WALL
IS X/ 12
Figure 4.2 specifi es minimum vent heights for various
pitched roofs.
6in.(minimum)upto20in.
AB
152 mm/508 mm
20 in. and over 0 in. minimum
18 in. minimum
457 mm
Measure horizontal clearances from this surface.
(See Figure 4.4 for specifi c clearances)
Figure 4.1
Gas, Wood or Fuel Oil
Termination Cap
B
A*
Gas
Termination
Cap **
If using decorative cap cover(s), this distance may need to be
*
increased. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the
decorative cap cover.
In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations, the
**
wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap.
Figure 4.3 Multiple Vertical Termination
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V
N
P
E
C
V
B
J
V
B
V
i
D
V
A
V
B
V
A
F
U.S
(3 FT.)
M
G
X
V
H or i
R
Q
(See Note 2)
Measure vertical clearances from this surface.
T
S
S
Electrical
V
Service
V
D*
V
Measure horizontal clearances from this surface.
= VENT TERMINAL
V
X
A = 12 inches.................clearances above grade, veranda,
(See Note 1)
porch, deck or balcony
B = 12 inches.................clearances to window or door
that may be opened, or to permanently closed window. (Glass)
C = 18 inches.................vertical clearance to unventilated
soffi t or to ventilated soffi t located
above the terminal
30 inches .................for vinyl clad soffi ts and below
electrical service
D = 9 inches...................clearance to outside corner
E = 6 inches...................clearance to inside corner
F = 3 ft. (Canada) ..........not to be installed above a gas
meter/regulator assembly within 3
feet (90 cm) horizontally from the
center-line of the regulator
G = 3 ft ...........................clearance to gas service regulator
vent outlet
H = 9 inches (U.S.A.)
12 inches (Canada) clearance to non-mechanical
(See Note 2)
air supply inlet to building or the
combustion air inlet to any other
appliance
i = 3 ft. (U.S.A.)
6 ft. (Canada) ...........clearance to a mechanical (pow-
(See Note 2)
** a vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway
which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both
dwellings.
*** only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a
minimum of 2 sides beneath the fl oor, or meets Note 2.
Note 1: On private property where termination is less than 7 feet above a
sidewalk, driveway, deck, porch, veranda or balcony, use of a listed cap
shield is suggested. (See vents components page)
Note 2: T ermination in a covered alcove space (spaces open only on one
side and with an overhang) are permitted with the dimensions specifi ed
for vinyl or non-vinyl siding and soffi ts. 1. There must be 3 feet minimum
between termination caps. 2. All mechanical air intakes within 10 feet
of a termination cap must be a minimum of 3 feet below the termination
cap. 3. All gravity air intakes within 3 feet of a termination cap must be
a minimum of 1 foot below the termination cap.
Figure 4.4 Minimum Clearances for Termination
ered) air supply inlet
CAUTION: IF EXTERIOR WALLS ARE FINISHED WITH VINYL SIDING, IT IS SUGGESTED THAT A VINYL PROTECTOR KIT BE INSTALLED.
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= AIR SUPPLY INLET
= AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED
J** = 7 ft. ......................... clearance above paved
(See Note 1)
sidewalk or a paved driveway
located on public property
K = 6 inches................. clearance from sides of electri-
(See Note 5)
cal service
L = 12 inches................ clearance above electrical
(See Note 5)
service
Covered Alcove Applications
M*** = 18 inches .............clearance under veranda, porch,
42 inches ......... vinyl
N = 6 inches ........... non-vinyl sidewalls
12 inches ......... vinyl sidewalls
O = 18 inches ......... non-vinyl soffi t and overhang
42 inches ......... vinyl soffi t and overhang
P = 8 ft.
1 cap 3 feet 2 x Q
2 caps 6 feet 1 x Q
3 caps 9 feet 2/3 x Q
4 caps 12 feet 1/2 x Q
Q
= # termination caps x 3 R
MIN
Note 3: Local codes or regulations may require different
clearances.
Note 4: Termination caps may be hot. Consider their proximity to
doors or other traffi c areas.
Note 5: Location of the vent termination must not interfere with
access to the electrical service.
In the U.S and Canada: Vent system termination is NOT permitted
in screened porches.
Vent system termination is permitted in porch areas with two or more
sides open. You must follow all side walls, overhang and ground
clearances as stated in the instructions.
Heat & Glo assumes no responsibility for the improper performance
of the appliance when the venting system does not meet these
requirements.
deck, balcony or overhang
Q
MIN
= (2 / # termination caps) x Q
MAX
R
MAX
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
5
5
Vent Information and Diagrams
A. Vent Table Key
The abbreviations listed in this vent table key are used in
the vent diagrams.
Symbol Description
V
First section (closest to appliance) of vertical length
1
Vertical
V
H
H
Second section of vertical length
2
First section (closest to appliance) of horizontal length
1
Second section of horizontal length
2
WARNING
Fire Hazard.
Explosion Risk.
Asphyxiation Risk.
Do NOT connect this gas appliance to a chimney
fl ue serving a separate solid-fuel or gas burning
appliance.
• Vent this appliance directly outside.
• Use separate vent system for this appliance.
May impair safe operation of this appliance or
other appliances connected to the fl ue.
B. Use of Elbows
CAUTION
ALL vent confi guration specifi cations MUST be followed.
• This product is tested and listed to these specifi cations.
• Appliance performance will suffer if specifi cations are not
followed.
12 in.
8-1/2 in.
8-1/2 in.
Horizontal
Figure 5.1
C. Measuring Standards
Vertical and horizontal measurements listed in the vent
diagrams were made using the following standards.
1. Pipe measurements are shown using the effective length
of pipe (see Figure 5.2).
2. Measurements are made from the appliance outer wrap,
not from the standoffs.
3. Horizontal terminations are measured to the outside
mounting surface (fl ange of termination cap) (see
Figure 4.1).
4. Vertical terminations are measured to bottom of termination cap.
5. Horizontal pipe installed level with no rise.
Diagonal runs have both vertical and horizontal vent aspects when calculating the effects. Use the rise for the
vertical aspect and the run for the horizontal aspect (see
Figure 5.1).
Two 45º elbows may be used in place of one 90º elbow . On
45º runs, one foot of diagonal is equal to 8-1/2 (216 mm)
inches horizontal run and 8-1/2 (216 mm) inches vertical
run. A length of straight pipe is allowed between two 45º
elbows (see Figure 5.1).
Effective
Height/Length
DVP12MI 3 to 12 76 to 305
DVP24MI 3 to 24 76 to 610
Figure 5.2 DVP Pipe Effective Length
Pipe
DVP4 4 102
DVP6 6 152
DVP12 12 305
DVP24 24 610
DVP36 36 914
DVP48 48 1219
DVP6A 3 to 6 76 to 152
DVP12A 3 to 12 76 to 305
Effective Length
Inches Millimeters
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D. Vent Diagrams
Fire Risk. Explosion Risk.
Do NOT pack insulation or other combustibles between ceiling fi restops.
• ALWAYS maintain specifi ed clearances around venting and fi restop systems.
• Install wall shield and ceiling fi restops as specifi ed.
Failure to keep insulation or other material away from vent pipe may cause fi re.
1. Top Vent - Horizontal Termination
WARNING
One Elbow
Figure 5.3
Two Elbows
H
1
Note: Must have a 12 inches minimum
vertical vent before attaching a 90° elbow
to the unit.
H
2
V1 Minimum H1 Maximum
1 ft. 305 mm 3 ft 924 mm
2-1/2 ft. 762 mm 6 ft 1.8 m
3-1/2 ft. 1.7 m 9 ft 2.7 m
4 ft. 1.2 m 10 ft 3.1 m
4-1/2 ft. 1.4 m 12 ft 3.7 m
5-1/2 ft. 1.7 m 15 ft 4.6 m
6-1/2 ft. 2 m 18 ft 5.5 m
V
1
7-1/2 ft. 2.3 m 21 ft 6.4 m
H
= 21 ft. (6.4 m) Maximum
1
= 40 ft. (12.2 m) Maximum
V
1
V1 + H1 = 30 ft. (9.1 m) Maximum*
Note: Must have a 12 inch minimum
vertical vent before attaching a 90° elbow
to the unit.
* If the horizontal component is less than
5 feet then the total vent run can be
extended to 40 feet.
V1 Minimum H1 + H2 Maximum
1 ft. 305 mm 3 ft 924 mm
2-1/2 ft. 762 mm 6 ft 1.8 m
3-1/2 ft. 1.7 m 9 ft 2.7 m
4 ft. 1.2 m 10 ft 3.1 m
4-1/2 ft. 1.4 m 12 ft 3.7 m
5-1/2 ft. 1.7 m 15 ft 4.6 m
6-1/2 ft. 2 m 18 ft 5.5 m
7-1/2 ft. 2.3 m 21 ft 6.4 m
V
= 40 ft. (12.2 m) Maximum
1
H1 + H2 = 21 ft. (6.4 m) Maximum
+ H1 + H2= 30 ft. (9.1 m) Maximum*
V
V
1
H
1
1
* If the horizontal component is less than
5 feet then the total vent run can be
extended to 40 feet.
INSTALLED
HORIZONTALLY
Figure 5.4
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1. Top Vent - Horizontal Termination - (continued)
Three Elbows
VT Min. HT Max.
1 ft. 6 in. 3 ft.
2 ft. 6 in. 6 ft.
3 ft. 6 in. 9 ft.
4 ft. 10 ft.
4 ft. 6 in. 12 ft.
5 ft. 6 in. 15 ft.
6 ft. 6 in. 18 ft.
7 ft. 6 in. 21 ft.
= 21 ft. Max
H
T
V
= 40 ft. Max
T
VT + HT = 30 ft. Max*
H
Note: A section of vert ic al pipe (12 inches minimum)
MUST be installed prior to attaching a 90° elbow.
* If the horizontal component is less than
5 feet then the total vent run can be
extended to 40 feet.
T
H
V
T
V
2
2
H
1
V
1
Figure 5.5
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2. Top Vent - Vertical Termination
No Elbow
Figure 5.6
V1 = 40 ft. Max. (12.2 m)
V
1
Two Elbows
Note: A section of vert ic al pipe (12 inches minimum)
MUST be installed prior to attaching a 90° elbow.
V
T
H
T
V
Min. HT Max.
T
1 ft. 6 in. 3 ft.
2 ft. 6 in. 6 ft.
3 ft. 6 in. 9 ft.
4 ft. 10 ft.
4 ft. 6 in. 12 ft.
5 ft. 6 in. 15 ft.
6 ft. 6 in. 18 ft.
7 ft. 6 in. 21 ft.
= 21 ft. Max
H
T
VT = 40 ft. Max
+ HT = 30 ft. Max*
V
T
* If the horizontal component is less than
5 feet then the total vent run can be
extended to 40 feet.
Figure 5.7
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2. Top Vent - Vertical Termination - (continued)
Three Elbows
Note: A section of vert ic al pipe (12 inches minimum)
MUST be installed prior to attaching a 90° elbow.
VT Min. HT Max.
1 ft. 6 in. 3 ft.
2 ft. 6 in. 6 ft.
3 ft. 6 in. 9 ft.
4 ft. 10 ft.
4 ft. 6 in. 12 ft.
5 ft. 6 in. 15 ft.
6 ft. 6 in. 18 ft.
7 ft. 6 in. 21 ft.
H
= 21 ft. Max
T
V
= 40 ft. Max
T
VT + HT = 30 ft. Max*
* If the horizontal component is less than
5 feet then the total vent run can be
extended to 40 feet.
V
2
V
T
H
T
H
1
H
2
V
1
INSTALLED
HORIZONTALLY
Figure 5.8
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