Quadra-Fire QF130 User Manual

Models:
QFI30

QFI35

R

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

NOTICE

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, in Canada.

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.

A CO detector shall be installed in the room where the appliance
in installed.

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.

A. Congratulations

Congratulations on selecting a Quadra-Fire gas fi replace,
an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning fi replaces.
The Quadra-Fire gas fireplace you have selected is
designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and
effi ciency.

As the owner of a new fi replace, 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

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.

Your new Quadra-Fire gas fi replace will give you years of
durable use and trouble-free enjoyment. Welcome to the
Quadra-Fire family of fi replace products!

warnings.

Homeowner Reference Information

We recommend that you record the following pertinent
information about your fi replace.

Model Name: ___________________________________________ Date purchased/installed: __________________

Serial Number: __________________________________________ Location on fi replace: _____________________

Dealership purchased from: _______________________________ Dealer Phone: __________________________

Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

Listing Label Information/Location

Type of Gas

Gas and Electric
Information

Not for use with solid fuel.
(Ne doit pas entre utilise avec un combustible solide).

Type of Gas (Sorte De Gaz):

NATURAL GAS

Minimum Permissible Gas Supply for Purposes of Input Adjustment.
Approved Minimum (De Gaz) Acceptable 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)
Total Electrical Requirements: 000Vac, 00Hz., less than 00 Amperes

ALTITUDE: 0-0000 FT. 0000-0000FT.
MAX. INPUT BTUH: 00,000 00,000
MIN. INPUT BTUH: 00,000 00,000
ORIFICE SIZE: #XXXXX #XXXXX

The model information regarding your specifi c fi replace can be found on
the rating plate usually located in the control area of the fi replace.

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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/CGA B149 installation codes. (Installer l’appareil selon les codes ou reglements

locaux ou, en l’absence de tels reglements, selon les codes d’installation CAN/CGA-B149.)

ANSI Z21XX-XXXX · CSA 2.XX-MXX · UL307B

Model Number

Serial Number

IN CANADA

Model:

(Modele):

Serial

(Serie):

MADE IN USA

XXXXXXXX

XXXXXXXX

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Safety Alert Key:

• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.

• WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.

• CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

• NOTICE: Used to address practices not related to personal injury.

Table of Contents

A. Congratulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

B. Limited Lifetime Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1 Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certifi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

B. Glass Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

C. BTU Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

D. High Altitude Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

E. Non-Combustible Materials Specifi cation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

F. Combustible Materials Specifi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

G. Electrical Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

User Guide

2 Operating Instructions

A. Gas Fireplace Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

B. Your Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

C. Clear Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

D. Decorative Doors, Fronts and Surrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

E. Fixed Glass Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

F. Remote Controls, Wall Controls and Wall Switches . . . . . . 8

G. IPI Battery Tray/Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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H. Control Module Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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I. Before Lighting Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

J. Lighting Instructions (IPI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

K. After Appliance is Lit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

L. Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

3 Maintenance and Service

A. Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

B. Maintenance Tasks-Service Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Installer Guide

4 Getting Started

A. Typical Appliance System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

B. Design and Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

C. Tools and Supplies Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

D. Inspect Appliance and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

C. Gas Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

D. Fireplace Conversion Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

E. Electrical Outlet Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

8 Installing Vent Pipe and Appliance

A. Vent Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

B. Venting Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

C. Connecting Vent Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

D. Placing, Securing and Leveling the Appliance . . . . . . . . . 22

E. Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

F. Installing Adaptor and Termination Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

9 Gas Information

A. Fuel Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

B. Gas Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

C. Gas Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

D. High Altitude Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

10 Electrical Information

A. Wiring Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

B. IntelliFire Plus™ Ignition System Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

C. Optional Accessories Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

D. Fan Wiring with Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

E. Control Module Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

11 Finishing

A. Mantel and Wall Projections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

12 Appliance Setup

A. Remove Glass Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

B. Remove the Shipping Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

C. Clean the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

D. Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

E. Place the Lava Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

F. Ember Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

G. Install the Log Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

H. Fixed Glass Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

I. Air Shutter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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5 Fireplace Size Requirements

A. Minimum Fireplace Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

B. Mantel and Wall Projections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

6 Termination Locations

A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7 Installation Preparation

A. Inspection and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

B. Flue Damper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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13 Troubleshooting

A. IntelliFire Plus™ Ignition System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

14 Reference Materials

A. Appliance Dimension Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

B. Vent Kits Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

C. Service Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

D. Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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B. Limited Lifetime Warranty

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B. Limited Lifetime Warranty (continued)

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Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certifi cation

MODELS: QFI30, QFI35

LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)

TYPE: Vented Gas Fireplace Heater

STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88-2009 CSA 2.33-2009

Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters

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”.

Quadra-Fire gas inserts are designed for installations into
solid fuel masonry or factory built fi replaces that have been
installed in accordance with the National, Provincial, State
and local building codes. Fireplaces are to be constructed
of non-combustible materials and, in the absence of local
or regional codes, meet criteria of NFPA 211. No additional
outside air source is required.

NOTICE: This installation must conform with local codes.
In the absence of local codes you must comply with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition in
the U.S.A. and the CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes in
Canada.

NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS A PRIMARY 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.

B. Glass Specifi cations

This appliance is equipped with 5 mm ceramic glass. Re­place glass only with 5 mm ceramic glass. Please contact
your dealer for replacement glass.

C. BTU Specifi cations

QFI30 (NG)

QFI35 (NG)

QFI30 (LP)

QFI35 (LP)

Models

(U.S. or Canada)

(2000-4500 FT)

(2000-4500 FT)

(2000-4500 FT)

(2000-4500 FT)

US

(0-2000 FT)

CANADA

US

(0-2000 FT)

CANADA

US

(0-2000 FT)

CANADA

US

(0-2000 FT)

CANADA

Maximum

Input

BTU/h

32,000 18,000 #35

28,800 16,200 #36

35,000 18,500 #33

33,250 18,250 #34

31,000 15,500 #51

27,500 14,500 #52

35,000 17,000 #50

31,000 15,500 #51

Minimum

Input

BTU/h

Orifi ce

Size

(DMS)

D. High Altitude Installations

NOTICE: If the heating value of the gas has been reduced,
these rules do not apply. Check with your local gas utility
or authorities having jurisdiction.

When installing above 2000 feet elevation:

• In the USA: Reduce input rate 4% for each 1000 feet
above 2000 feet.

• In CANADA: Reduce input rate 10% for elevations
between 2000 feet and 4500 feet. Above 4500 feet,
consult local gas utility.

Check with your local gas utility to determine proper
orifi ce size.

E. 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 750 ºC and UL763 shall be

considered non-combustible materials.

F. Combustible Materials Specifi cation

Materials made of or surfaced with wood, compressed pa­per, plant fi bers, plastics, or other material that can ignite
and burn, whether fl ame proofed or not, or plastered or
unplastered shall be considered combustible materials.

G. 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 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.

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User Guide

Operating Instructions

A. Gas Fireplace Safety

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.

• Keep remote controls out of reach of children.

• Never leave children alone near a hot fi replace, whether
operating or cooling down.

• Teach children to NEVER touch the fi replace.

• Consider not using the fi replace when children will be
present.

Contact your dealer for more information, or visit: www.
hpba.org/safety-information.

To prevent unintended operation when not using your fi re-
place for an extended period of time (summer months,
vacation/trips, etc):

• Remove batteries from remote controls.

• Turn off wall controls.

B. Your Fireplace

WARNING! DO NOT operate fi replace before read­ing and understanding operating instructions. Failure

to operate fi replace according to operating instructions
could cause fi re or injury.

If you expect that small children or vulnerable adults may
come into contact with this fi replace, the following precau­tions are recommended:

• Install a physical barrier such as:

- A decorative fi rescreen.

- Adjustable safety gate.

• Install a switch lock or a wall/remote control with child
protection lockout feature.

DECORATIVE DOORS

(NOT SHOWN)

SECTION 2.D.

FIXED GLASS ASSEMBLY

(NOT SHOWN)
SECTION 12.H.

HEARTH

APPLIANCE INSTALLED IN EXISTING

SOLID FUEL FIREPLACE

MANTEL

SECTION

5.B AND

11.A

Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts

CLEAR SPACE

SECTION 2.C.

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C. Clear Space

WARNING! DO NOT place combustible objects in front
of the fi replace or block louvers. High temperatures may
start a fi re. See Figure 2.2.

Avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive objects on
mantel or hearth. Heat may damage these objects.

APPLIANCE INSTALLED IN EXISTING

SOLID FUEL FIREPLACE

3 FT. IN FRONT OF FIREPLACE

CLEAR SPACE

E. Fixed Glass Assembly

See Section 12.H.

F. Remote Controls, Wall Controls and Wall

Switches

Follow the instructions supplied with the control installed
to operate your fi replace:

For safety:

• Install a switch lock or a wall/remote control with child
protection lockout feature.

• Keep remote controls out of reach of children.

See your dealer if you have questions.

G. IPI Battery Tray/Battery Installation

The IntelliFire PlusTM system has a battery backup option.
Battery longevity and performance will be affected by the
service temperatures of this appliance. Batteries should only
be used as a power source in the event of an emergency
such as an outage.

NOTICE: Batteries should only be used as a power source
in the event of an emergency such as an outage.

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Figure 2.2 Clear Space

D. Decorative Doors, Fronts and Surrounds

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Install ONLY doors, fronts or
surrounds approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Unapproved doors or fronts may cause appliance to over­heat.

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.

For more information refer to the instructions supplied with
your decorative door or front.

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H. Control Module Operation

1. The control module has an ON/OFF/REMOTE selector
switch that must be set. See Figure 2.3.

OFF Position: Appliance will ignore all power inputs and

will not respond to any commands from a wall switch or
remote. The unit should be in the OFF position during
installation, service, battery installation, fuel conversion,
and in the event that the control goes into LOCK-OUT
mode as a result of an error code.

ON Position: Appliance will ignite and run continuously

in the HI fl ame setting, with no adjustment in fl ame
output. This mode of operation is primarily used for
initial installation or power outage operation with battery
backup.

REMOTE Position: Appliance will initiate commands

from an optional wired wall switch and/or the wireless
remote (RC300).

2. If using a wired wall switch with the module in REMOTE
mode, the fl ame output can be adjusted with the HI/LO
selector switch on the module. See Figure 2.3. Note
that the fl ame HI/LO selector switch will become inactive
once an optional remote control (RC200/RC300) is
programmed to the control module. Note that the control
module will always ignite the fi replace on HI and remain
so for the initial 10 seconds of operation. If the HI/LO
is switched to the LO position, the fl ame output will
automatically drop to the lowest setting after the fl ame
has been established for 10 sec. After this 10 second
period, the fl ame can be adjusted from HI to LO with
the switch.

3. The control module has safety feature that automatically
shuts down the fi replace after 9 hours of continuous
operation without receiving a command from the RC300
remote.

4. If you intend to use both an optional wired wall switch
and the RC300 remote control to operate your fi replace,
the wall switch will override any commands given by
the remote.

5. Module Reset

This module may lock-out under certain conditions.
When this occurs, the appliance will not ignite or
respond to commands. The module will go into lock-out
mode by emitting three audible beeps, then continuously
displaying a RED/GREEN error code at its status
indicator LED.

• Check battery tray. Remove batteries if installed.
Batteries should only be installed for use during power
outages. See Section G.

• Locate the module selector switch. (See Figure 2.3).

• Set the module selector switch to the OFF position.

• Wait fi ve (5) minutes to allow possible accumulated gas
to clear.

• Set the module selector switch to ON or REMOTE
position.

• Start the appliance.

WARNING! Risk of Explosion! DO NOT press the mod­ule reset switch more than one time within a fi ve minute
time period. Gas may accumulate in fi rebox. Call a quali-
fi ed service technician.

I. Before Lighting Fireplace

Before operating this fi replace for the fi rst time, have a
qualifi ed technician:

• Verify all shipping materials have been removed from

inside and/or underneath the fi rebox.

• Review proper placement of logs, ember material and/

or other decorative materials.

• Check the wiring.

• Check the air shutter adjustment.

• Ensure that there are no gas leaks.

• Ensure that the glass is sealed and in the proper position

and that the integral barrier is in place.

WARNING! Risk of Fire/Asphyxiation! DO NOT oper­ate fi replace with fi xed glass assembly removed.

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FLAME HI/LO SWITCH

Figure 2.3 Control Module

SELECTOR

SWITCH

STATUS INDICATOR LED

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• An Intellifi re Plus™ ignition system is standard with this

appliance.

NG/LP SETTING

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J. Lighting Instructions (IPI)

The IPI system may be operated with four AA-cell batteries. When using batteries, unplug the transformer. To prolong bat­tery life, remove them when using the transformer.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion

may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A. This appliance is equipped with an

intermittent pilot ignition (IPI) device
which automatically lights the burn­er. DO NOT try to light the burner by
hand.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around

the appliance area for gas. Be sure to
smell next to the fl oor because some
gas is heavier than air and will settle
on the fl oor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• DO NOT try to light any appliance.

• DO NOT touch any electric switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

WARNING:

DO NOT CONNECT LINE VOLT­AGE (110/120 VAC OR 220/240
VAC) TO THE CONTROL VALVE.

Improper installation, adjustment, al­teration, service or maintenance can
cause injury or property damage. Re­fer to the owner’s information manual
provided with this appliance.

This appliance needs fresh air for
safe operation and must be installed
so there are provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.

If not installed, operated, and main­tained in accordance with the manufac­turer’s instructions, this product could
expose you to substances in fuel or
fuel combustion which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.

Keep burner and control compartment
clean. See installation and operating
instructions accompanying appliance.

• 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.

C. 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.

CAUTION:

Hot while in operation. DO NOT touch.
Keep children, clothing, furniture, gaso­line and other liquids having fl ammable
vapors away.

DO NOT operate the appliance with
fi xed glass assembly removed, cracked
or broken. Replacement of the fi xed
glass assembly should be done by a
licensed or qualifi ed service person.

NOT FOR USE

WITH SOLID FUEL

For use with natural gas and propane.
A conversion kit, as supplied by the
manufacturer, shall be used to convert
this appliance to the alternate fuel.

Also Certifi ed for Installation in a
Bedroom or a Bedsitting Room.

For assistance or additional informa­tion, consult a qualifi ed installer, ser­vice agency or the gas supplier.

LIGHTING

INSTRUCTIONS (IPI)

1. This appliance is equipped with an ignition

device which automatically lights the burner.
DO NOT try to light the burner by hand.

GAS

VALV E

2. Wait fi ve (5) minutes to clear out any gas.

Then smell for gas, including near the fl oor. If
you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the Safety
Information located on the left side of this la­bel. If you do not smell gas, go to next step.

3. To light the burner:

Equipped with wall switch: Turn ON/OFF switch

to ON.

Equipped with remote or wall control: Press

ON or FLAME button.

Equipped with thermostat: Set temperature to

desired setting.

4. If the appliance does not light after three tries,
call your service technician or gas supplier.

TO TURN OFF

GAS TO APPLIANCE

1. Equipped with wall switch: Turn ON/OFF switch

to OFF.

Equipped with remote or wall control: Press

OFF button.

Equipped with thermostat: Set temperature to

lowest setting.

2. Service technician should turn off electric
power to the control when performing service.

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K. After Appliance is Lit

Initial Break-in Procedure

• The appliance should be run three to four hours
continuously on high.

• Turn the appliance off and allow it to completely cool.

• Remove fi xed glass assembly. See Section 12.H.

• Clean fi xed glass assembly. See Section 3.

• Replace the fi xed glass assembly and run continuously
on high an additional 9 hours.

This cures the materials used to manufacture the fi re-
place.

NOTICE! Open windows for air circulation during ap­pliance break-in.

• Some people may be sensitive to smoke and odors.

• Smoke detectors may activate.

L. Frequently Asked Questions

ISSUE SOLUTIONS

Condensation on the glass

Blue fl ames

Odor from appliance

Film on the glass

Metallic noise

Is it normal to see the pilot fl ame burn
continually?

This is a result of gas combustion and temperature variations. As the appliance warms, this
condensation will disappear.

This is a result of normal operation and the fl ames will begin to yellow as the appliance is al­lowed to burn for 20 to 40 minutes.

When fi rst operated, this appliance may release an odor for the fi rst several hours. This is caused
by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing. Odor may
also be released from fi nishing materials and adhesives used around the appliance.

This is a normal result of the curing process of the paint and logs. Glass should be cleaned
within 3 to 4 hours of initial burning to remove deposits left by oils from the manufacturing
process. A non-abrasive cleaner such as gas fi replace glass cleaner may be necessary. See
your dealer.

Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to
the sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or
longevity of the appliance.

In an intermittent pilot ignition system (IPI), the pilot fl ame should turn off when appliance is
turned off. Some optional control systems available with IPI models may allow pilot fl ame to
remain lit.

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Maintenance and Service

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating the appliance.

When properly maintained, your appliance will give you
many years of trouble-free service. We recommend an­nual service by a qualifi ed technician.

A. Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner

Installation and repair should be done by a qualifi ed techni­cian only. The appliance should be inspected before use
and at least annually by a professional service person.

The following tasks may be performed annually by the
homeowner. If you are uncomfortable performing any of
the listed tasks, please call your dealer for a service ap­pointment.

More frequent cleaning may be required due to lint from
carpeting or other factors. Control compartment, burner
and circulating air passageway of the appliance must be
kept clean.

CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The appliance should be
turned off and cooled before servicing.

Glass Cleaning

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools Needed: Protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop
cloth and a stable work surface.

CAUTION! Handle fi xed glass assembly with care.

Glass is breakable.

• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass

• Avoid abrasive cleaners

• DO NOT clean glass while it is hot

• Prepare a work area large enough to accommodate fi xed
glass assembly and door frame by placing a drop cloth
on a fl at, stable surface.

Note: Fixed glass assembly and gasketing may have res­idue that can stain carpeting or fl oor surfaces.

• Remove door or decorative front from appliance and set
aside on work surface.

• See Section 12.H for instructions to remove fi xed glass
assembly.

• Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available
cleaner.

- Light deposits: Use a soft cloth with soap and water

- Heavy deposits: Use commercial fireplace glass

cleaner (consult with your dealer)

• Carefully set fi xed glass assembly in place on appliance.
Hold glass in place with one hand and secure glass
latches with the other hand.

• Reinstall door or decorative front.

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Doors, Surrounds, Fronts

Frequency: Annually

By: Homeowner

Tools needed: Protective gloves, stable work surface

• Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary.

• Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair
as necessary.

• Check that louvers are not blocked.

• Vacuum or dust surfaces.

Remote Control

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools needed: Replacement batteries and remote con-

trol instructions.

• Locate remote control transmitter and receiver.

• Verify operation of remote. Refer to remote control
operation instructions for proper calibration and setup
procedure.

• Place batteries as needed in remote transmitters and
battery-powered receivers.

• Place remote control out of reach of children.

If not using your fi replace for an extended period of time
(summer months, vacations/trips, etc), to prevent unin­tended operation:

• Remove batteries from remote controls.

Venting

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools needed: Protective gloves and safety glasses.

• Inspect venting and termination cap for blockage or
obstruction such plants, bird nests, leaves, snow, debris,
etc.

• Verify termination cap clearance to subsequent construc­tion (building additions, decks, fences, or sheds). See
Section 6.

• Inspect for corrosion or separation.

• Verify weather stripping, sealing and fl ashing remains
intact.

• Inspect draft shield to verify it is not damaged or missing.

B. Maintenance Tasks-Service Technician

The following tasks must be performed by a qualifi ed
technician.

Gasket Seal and Glass Assembly Inspection

Frequency: Annually

By: Service Technician

Tools needed: Protective gloves, drop cloth and a stable

work surface.

• Inspect gasket seal and its condition.

• Inspect fi xed glass assembly for scratches and nicks that
can lead to breakage when exposed to heat.

• Confi rm there is no damage to glass or glass frame.
Replace as necessary.

• Verify that fi xed glass assembly is properly retained and
attachment components are intact and not damaged.
Replace as necessary.

Control Compartment and Firebox Top

Frequency: Annually

By: Service Technician

Tools needed: Protective gloves, vacuum cleaner, dust

cloths

• Vacuum and wipe out dust, cobwebs, debris or pet hair.
Use caution when cleaning these areas. Screw tips that
have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should
be avoided.

• Remove all foreign objects.

• Verify unobstructed air circulation.

Logs

Frequency: Annually

By: Service Technician

Tools needed: Protective gloves.

• Inspect for damaged or missing logs. Replace as necessary.
Refer to Section 12 for log placement instructions.

• Verify correct log placement and no fl ame impingement
causing sooting. Correct as necessary.

Firebox

Frequency: Annually

By: Service Technician

Tools needed: Protective gloves, sandpaper, steel wool,

cloths, mineral spirits, primer and touch-up paint.

• Inspect for paint condition, warped surfaces, corrosion
or perforation. Sand and repaint as necessary.

• Replace appliance if fi rebox has been perforated.

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