Quadra-Fire QV32-A User Manual

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Installers Guide

QV32-A

 

QV36-A

 

Underwriters

Laboratories Listed

WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.

-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 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 fire department.

-Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

Aladdin Hearth Products

1445 N. Hwy. 395

Colville, WA 99114

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE. THIS INSTALLERS GUIDE MUST BE LEFT WITH APPLIANCE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY, OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.

1.This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.

2.This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.

Please contact your Aladdin Hearth Products dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Aladdin Hearth Products dealer, please call 1-800-234-2508.

This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4,112,913; 4,408,594; 4,422,426; 4,424,792; 4,520,791; 4,793,322; 4,852,548; 4,875,464; 5,000,162; 5,016,609; 5,076,254 5,191,877; 5,218,953; 5,328,356; 5,429,495; 5,452,708; 5,542,407; 5,613,487; (Australia) 543790; 586383; (Canada) 1,123,296; 1,297,746; 2,195,264; (Mexico) 97-0457; (New Zealand) 200265; or other U.S. and foreign patents pending.

Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2002

291-982E 9/02

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SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION

READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully ! before starting the installation. FAILURE TO

FOLLOW these installation instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.

! Prior to the first firing of the fireplace, READ the Using Your Fireplace section of the Owners Guide.

DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been ! under water. Immediately CALL a qualified service

technician to inspect the unit and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

! THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.

Installation and repair should be PERFORMED by a ! qualified service person. The appliance and venting

system should be INSPECTED before initial use and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is IMPERATIVE that the unit’s control compartment, burners, and circulating air passageways BE KEPT CLEAN to provide for adequate combustion and ventilation air.

Always KEEP the appliance clear and free from ! combustible materials, gasoline, and other

flammable vapors and liquids.

! NEVER OBSTRUCT the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance

CLEAR of all obstacles and materials for servicing and proper operations.

Due to the high temperature, the appliance should

!be LOCATED out of traffic areas and away from

furniture and draperies. Clothing or flammable material SHOULD NOT BE PLACED on or near the appliance.

! Children and adults should be ALERTED to the hazards of high surface temperature and should

STAY AWAY to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be CAREFULLY SUPERVISED when they are in the same room as the appliance.

These units MUST use one of the vent systems

!described in the Installing the Fireplace section of

the Installers Guide. NO OTHER vent systems or components MAY BE USED.

This gas fireplace and vent assembly MUST be

! vented directly to the outside and MUST NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance. Each gas appliance MUST USE a separate vent system. Common vent systems are

PROHIBITED.

INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis to ! make sure that no debris is interfering with the air

flow.

! The glass door assembly MUST be in place and sealed, and the trim door assembly MUST be in

place on the fireplace before the unit can be placed into safe operation.

DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass ! door removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of

the glass door should be performed by a licensed or qualified service person. DO NOT strike or slam the glass door.

! The glass door assembly SHALL ONLY be replaced as a complete unit, as supplied by the gas fireplace manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE material may be used.

! DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass

door when it is hot.

Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It is

!recommended that a qualified service technician

perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of each heating season.

! Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced before operating this appliance.

DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible

!household objects within 36 inches of the fireplace

front.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

Safety and Warning Information ..........................................................

2

Service Parts Lists ..................................................................................

4

Section 1: Approvals and Codes ...........................................................

8

Appliance Certification ...............................................................................

8

Installation Codes ......................................................................................

8

High Altitude Installations ..........................................................................

8

Section 2: Getting Started .....................................................................

9

Introducing the Village Collection Gas Fireplaces .....................................

9

Pre-installation Preparation .......................................................................

9

Section 3: Installing the Fireplace ......................................................

12

Constructing the Fireplace Chase ...........................................................

12

Step 1

Locating the Fireplace ............................................................

12

Step 2

Framing the Fireplace ............................................................

13

Step 3

Installing the Vent System .....................................................

16

 

A. Vent System Approvals ....................................................

16

 

B. Installing Vent Components ..............................................

26

 

C. Vent Termination ...............................................................

29

Step 4

Positioning, Leveling, and

 

 

Securing the Fireplace ...........................................................

32

Step 5

The Gas Control Systems ......................................................

32

Step 6

The Gas Supply Line ..............................................................

33

Step 7

Gas Pressure Requirements ..................................................

33

Step 8

Wiring the Fireplace ...............................................................

34

Step 9

Finishing .................................................................................

35

 

Refractory Kit Placement .......................................................

35

Step 10

Installing Trim, Logs, and Ember Material ..............................

36

 

Installing the Trim ...................................................................

36

 

Shutter Settings .....................................................................

36

 

Placing the Ember Material ....................................................

36

Step 11

Before Lighting the Fireplace ..................................................

37

Step 12

Lighting the Appliance ............................................................

38

After the Installation .................................................................................

38

Section 4: Maintaining and Servicing Your Fireplace.....................

39

Section 5: Troubleshooting.................................................................

40

Limited Lifetime Warranty ........................................................................

42

= Contains updated information.

 

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Approvals and

Codes

Appliance Certification

The Village Collection fireplace models discussed in this Installers Guide have been tested to certification standards and listed by the applicable laboratories.

Certification

MODELS: QV32-A, QV36-A

LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories

TYPE: Vented Gas Fireplace Heater

STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88•CSA2.33•UL307B

NOTE: THESE MODELS ARE UL LISTED TO UL307B, THE STANDARD FOR GAS-BURNING HEATING APPLIANCES FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES AND RECRE-

ATIONAL VEHICLES.

Installation Codes

The fireplace installation must conform to local codes. Before installing the fireplace, consult the local building code agency to ensure that you are in compliance with all applicable codes, including permits and inspections.

In the absence of local codes, the fireplace installation must conform to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (in the United States) or the CAN/CGA-B149 Installation Codes (in Canada). The appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 (in the United States), or to the CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code (in Canada).

These models may be installed in a bedroom or bed-sitting room in the U.S.A. and Canada.

High Altitude Installations

U.L. Listed gas fireplaces are tested and approved for elevations from 0 to 2,000 feet in the U.S.A. and from 0 to 4,500 feet in Canada.

When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2,000 feet (in the United States), it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Input should be reduced four percent (4%) for each 1,000 feet above sea level, unless the heating value of the gas has been reduced, in which case this general rule will not apply. To identify the proper orifice size, check with the local gas utility.

When installing this fireplace at an elevation between 2,000 and 4,500 feet (in Canada), the input rating must be reduced by ten percent (10%).

When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 4,500 feet (in Canada), check with local authorities.

Consult your local gas utility for assistance in determining the proper orifice for your location.

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Getting Started

Introducing the Village Collection

Gas Fireplaces

The Village Collection direct vent gas fireplaces are designed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside.

The information contained in this Installers Guide, unless noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control systems. Gas fireplace diagrams, including the dimensions, are shown in this section.

Pre-install Preparation

This gas fireplace and its components are tested and safe when installed in accordance with this Installers Guide. Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment, particularly the condition of the glass. Do not install any unit with damaged, incomplete, or substitute parts.

The vent system components and trim doors are shipped in separate packages. The gas logs are packaged separately and must be field installed.

Read all of the instructions before starting the installation. Follow these instructions carefully during the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit. Failure to follow these instructions will void the owner’s warranty and may present a fire hazard.

The Aladdin Hearth Products Warranty will be voided by, and Aladdin Hearth Products disclaims any responsibility for, the following actions:

Installation of any damaged fireplace or vent system component.

Modification of the fireplace or direct vent system.

Installation other than as instructed by Aladdin Hearth Products.

Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.

Installation and/or use of any component part not manufactured and approved by Aladdin Hearth Products, not withstanding any independent testing laboratory or other party approval of such component part or accessory.

ANY SUCH ACTION MAY POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD.

When planning a fireplace installation, it’s necessary to determine:

Where the unit is to be installed.

The vent system configuration to be used.

Gas supply piping.

Electrical wiring.

Framing and finishing details.

Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan, wall switch, or remote control—are desired.

If the fireplace is to be installed on carpeting or tile, or on any combustible material other than wood flooring, the fireplace should be installed on a metal or wood panel that extends the full width and depth of the fireplace.

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Quadra-Fire QV32-A User Manual

 

30 3/4 (781mm)

 

 

15 3/8 (390mm)

 

 

 

 

16 1/4 (413mm)

 

6 5/8 (168mm) DIAMETER

8 3/4 (222mm)

 

 

 

 

 

VENT COLLARS

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 5/8

 

 

 

(219mm)

 

 

 

DIAMETER

GAS

 

 

VENT

 

 

COLLARS

LINE

 

 

 

ACCESS

 

ELECTRICAL

 

37 3/4

22

ACCESS

 

34 1/2

 

(960mm)

(560mm)

(876mm)

26 7/8

 

 

 

 

 

 

(683mm)

2 1/4 (56mm)

 

 

 

36

 

3 1/2

 

(913mm)

 

 

5 3/8 (138mm)

 

(90mm)

8 (203mm)

 

 

41 (1040mm)

 

 

 

TOP

STANDOFFS

GAS

RATING PLATE/

LABELS

ACCESS

 

GAS

CONTROLS

ELECTRICAL

ACCESS

 

Figure 1. Diagram of the QV36-A

10

25 3/4 (653mm)

12 7/8 (327mm)

16 1/4 (413mm)

6 5/8 (168mm) DIAMETER

8 3/4 (222mm)

VENT COLLARS

 

GAS

 

 

 

LINE

 

 

 

ACCESS

 

 

ELECTRICAL

32 1/2

18 3/8

 

ACCESS

 

 

(826mm)

(468mm)

31

3 1/2

2 1/4

 

(788mm)

 

(90mm)

(56mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

31

 

 

5 3/8

(786mm)

 

8

 

 

(138mm)

36

 

(203mm)

 

 

 

 

(913mm)

 

 

TOP

STANDOFFS

8 5/8 (219mm) DIAMETER VENT COLLARS

23 3/8 (594mm)

GAS

CONTROLS

GAS

RATING PLATE/

ELECTRICAL

ACCESS

ACCESS

LABELS

 

 

 

Figure 2. Diagram of the QV-32-A

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Installing the Fireplace

Constructing the Fireplace Chase

A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose the gas fireplace 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.

CAUTION: TREATMENT OF FIRESTOP SPACERS AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE CHASE MAY VARY WITH THE TYPE OF BUILDING. THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT SUBSTITUTES FOR THE REQUIREMENTS OF LOCAL BUILDING CODES. THEREFORE, YOUR LOCAL BUILDING CODES MUST BE CHECKED TO DETERMINE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THESE STEPS.

Factory-built fireplace 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.

This means that the walls, ceiling, base plate and cantilever floor of the chase should be insulated. Vapor and air infiltration barriers should be installed in the chase as per regional codes for the rest of the home. Additionally, Aladdin Hearth Products recommends that the inside surfaces be sheetrocked and taped for maximum air tightness.

To further prevent drafts, the firestops should be caulked to seal gaps. Gas line holes and other openings should be caulked or stuffed with insulation. If the unit is being installed on a cement slab, we recommend that a layer of plywood be placed underneath to prevent conducting cold up into the room. Be sure to include spark arrestors for woodburning units if they are required.

THE CHASE SHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED SO THATALL CLEARANCES TO THE FIREPLACE ARE MAINTAINED AS SPECIFIED WITHIN THIS INSTALLERS GUIDE.

Step 1. Locating the Fireplace

The following diagram shows space and clearance requirements for locating a fireplace within a room.

Clearance Requirements

The top and back of the fireplace are defined by stand-offs. The minimum clearance to a perpendicular wall extending past the face of the fireplace is 3 inches (76mm). The back of the fireplace may be recessed 16 1/4 inches (413mm) into combustible construction.

3” MIN. (76mm)

B

A

E

D

C

1/2 “ MIN. (13mm)

 

A

B

C

D

E

QV36-A

42”

16 1/4”

31 7/8”

45”

63 3/4”

QV32-A

37”

16 1/4”

29 3/8”

41 1/2”

58 3/4”

Figure 4. Fireplace Dimensions, Locations,

and Space Requirements

Minimum Clearances

from the Fireplace to Combustible Materials

 

Inches

mm

Glass Front

......................................36 ........

914

Floor ..................................................

0 ...........

0

Rear .................................................

1/2 ........

13

Sides ...............................................

1/2 ........

13

Top (QV-36) ....................................

3 1/4 .......

83

(QV-32) ...................................

1 1/2 .......

38

Ceiling* .............................................

31 ........

787

*The clearance to the ceiling is measured from the top of the unit, excluding the standoffs (see Figure 38).

The distance from the unit to combustible construction is to be measured from the unit outer wrap surface to the combustible construction, NOT from the screw heads that secure the unit together.

Minimum Clearances

from the Vent Pipe to Combustible Materials

Vertical Sections

Inches

mm

1.................

25

Horizontal Sections

3

75

Top ......................................

Bottom ................................

1.................

25

Sides ..................................

1.................

25

At Wall Firestops

2 1/2

63.7

Top ...................................

Bottom ..............................

1/2 ...............

13

Sides ..................................

1.................

25

For minimum clearances, see the direct vent termination clearance in Figures 30 and 31.

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Step 2. Framing the Fireplace

Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall coverings and fireplace facing material. The diagram below shows framing reference dimensions.

CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.

NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE

IS DEFINED BY 3” ABOVE THE

ELBOW FOR THE ENTIRE

WIDTH AND DEPTH (BEHIND THE FRONT HEADER) OF THE FIREBOX.

WALL STUD

3 1/2”

3”

WARNING:

To ensure proper clearances the front framing header must be installed on its narrow edge and to the front of the frame.

B

C

A

Framing should be

VENT

FRAMING

constructed of 2 X 4

HOLE

lumber or heavier.

 

The framing headers may rest on the fireplace stand-offs.

*The center of the framing hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm) above the center of the horizontal vent pipe.

Model

A

B

C

D

E *

E

D

 

QV36-A

42”

38 1/4”

16 1/4”

41”

27 7/8”

 

 

QV32-A

37”

33”

16 1/4”

36 1/2”

24 3/8”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 5. Framing Dimensions

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6 5/32”

6 7/16”

 

 

(164mm)

 

 

(156mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 1/2”

 

 

 

(216mm)

 

8 1/2”

11 5/8”

 

 

(216mm)

(295mm)

 

7 3/8”

5 7/8”

11 1/16”

 

(281mm)

 

(187mm)

(149mm)

 

6 1/2”

5 1/16”

 

 

(165mm)

 

 

(129mm)

 

 

 

8 5/8”

(220mm) 11 15/16”

(303mm) DV-90D

8 5/8” (220mm)

DV-45D

 

 

DV-48D

 

 

 

DV-36D

 

 

 

DV17/24D

 

DV-12/17D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12-17

(305-432mm)

17-24

(432-610mm)

35 3/4” (908mm)

47 3/4”

(1.2m)

11 3/4”

5 3/4” (146mm)

8 3/4” (298mm) (222mm)

DV-06D

DV-09D

DV-12D

DV-FLEX-10

 

120”

 

(3048mm)

DV-FLEX-5

DV-FLEX-2

60”

24”

(1524mm)

(610mm)

DV-FLEX-3

36” NOTE: PIPES OVERLAP 1-3/8 INCHES (34.93mm) AT EACH JOINT.

(914mm)

Figure 6. D-Series Direct Vent Component Specifications (5-inch inner pipe / 8 5/8-inch outer pipe)

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9 1/4

6 5/8

6 1/2

6 3/8

 

 

6 3/8

SL-45D

6 5/8

SL-90D

6 1/2

9 5/8

 

9 5/8

 

SL-09D

 

SL-12/17D (SL12-17D)

SL-24D

SL-36D

 

 

 

SL-48D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 3/4

12-17

23 3/4

35 3/4

47 3/4

17-24

 

 

6 1/2

 

11 3/4

 

 

 

5 3/4

SL-17/24D

 

6 5/8

SL-12D

SL-06D

(SL17-24D)

SL-FLEX-10

120”

(3048mm)

SL-FLEX-2

SL-FLEX-5

60”

(1524mm) 24” (610mm)

SL-FLEX-3

NOTE: PIPES OVERLAP 1-3/8 INCHES (34.93mm) AT EACH JOINT.

36”

(914mm)

Figure 7. SL D-Series Direct Vent Component Specifications (4-inch inner pipe / 6 5/8-inch outer pipe)

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Step 3. Installing the Vent System

A. Vent System Approvals

These models have vent starting collars on both the top and the back of the unit. Depending upon the installation, decide which ONE set of starting collars will be used to attach the vent system. The starting collar sealing cap must remain on the starting collar NOT used.

These models use SL-D-series, direct vent components when using the TOP vent collars and D-series direct vent components when using the REAR vent collars.

The flame and ember appearance may vary based on the type of fuel burned and the venting configuration used.

! WARNING: YOU MUST NOT MIX D-SERIES AND SL D-SERIES COMPONENTS IN ANY VENT

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.

Identifying Vent Components

Approved vent system components are labeled for identification. This pipe is tested and listed as an approved component of the fireplace. The pipe is tested to be run inside an enclosed wall. There is no requirement for inspection openings at each joint within the wall. There is no required pitch for horizontal vent runs. NO OTHER VENTING SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS MAY BE USED. Detailed installation instructions are included with each vent termination kit and should be used in conjunction with this Installers Guide. Figure 7 shows vent system components and terminations.

The vent systems installed on this gas fireplace may include one, two, or three 90° elbow assemblies. The relationships of vertical rise to horizontal run in vent configurations using 90° elbows MUST BE strictly adhered to. The rise to run relationships are shown in the venting drawings and tables. Refer to the diagrams on the next several pages.

NOTE: Two 45° elbows may be used in place of one 90° elbow. Maximum and minimum rise to run ratios must always be maintained in the vent system when using 45° elbows.

Vent System

Vent System Components

Termination Kits

 

D-SERIES

VERTICAL

 

 

TERMINATION

 

 

 

STORM COLLAR

DVK-01D

 

 

DVK-TVCD

DV-FLEX2-01TRF

ROOF FLASHING

 

 

DVK-01TRD

HORIZONTAL

HORIZONTAL PIPE

TERMINATION

SUPPORT

DVK-01TRF*

 

 

PIPE LENGTH

WALL FIRESTOP

 

 

 

WALL BRACKET

SL D-SERIES

90 DEGREE

CEILING

 

ELBOW

FIRESTOP

SLK-991DA

 

 

SLK-01D

 

 

SLK-01TRD

SL-FLEX2-01TRF

 

SLK-01TRF*

 

 

 

* For use with flex vent only.

Figure 8. Vent System Components and Termination Kits

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