Quadra-Fire QVI-30FB-S User Manual

Model(s): QVI-30FB-S

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;

• a CO detector shall be installed in the room where the

appliance is 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.

Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev. H • 6/09

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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 brevet s suivants): (United States) 4593510, 4686807, 4766876, 4793322, 481 1534, 5000162, 5016609, 5076254, 51 13843, 5191877, 5218953, 5263471, 5328356, 5341794, 5 347983, 5429495, 5452708, 5542407, 5601073, 5613487, 5647340, 5688568, 5762062, 5775408, 5890485, 5931661, 5941237, 5947 11 2, 5996575, 6006743, 6 019099, 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 pa t ents pending (ou autres brevets americains et etrangers en attente) .

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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

2 Getting Started

A. Design and Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

B. Tools and Supplies Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

C. Inspect Appliance and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

D. Inspect Firebox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3 Fireplace Size Requirements

A. Minimum Fireplace Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

B. Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4 Termination Locations

A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

5 Vent Information and Diagrams

A. Vent Table Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

B. Horizontal Venting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

C. Measuring Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

6 Installation Preparation

A. Flue Damper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

B. Chimney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

C. Gas Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

D. Hearth or Hearth Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

E. Fireplace Conversion Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

F. Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

7 Installing Vent Pipe and Appliance

A. Venting Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

B. Connecting Vent Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

C. Placing, Securing and Leveling the Appliance . . . . . . . . . 13

D. Installing Adaptor and Termination Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

8 Gas Information

A. Fuel Conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

B. Gas Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

C. Gas Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

9 Electrical Information

A. Wiring the Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

B. Junction Box Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

C. Installation for Fan (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

10 Finishing

A. Mantel Projections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

B. Installing Trim Surrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

11 Appliance Setup

A. Remove Shipping Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

B. Clean the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

C. Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

D. Ember Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

E. Positioning the Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

F. Glass Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

G. Air Shutter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

12 Operating Instructions

A. Before Lighting Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

B. Lighting Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

C. Check Pilot Flame Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

D. After Appliance is Lit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

E. Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

13 Troubleshooting

A. Standing Pilot Ignition System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

14 Maintaining and Servicing Appliance

A. Maintenance Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

15 Reference Materials

A. Appliance Dimension Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

B. Vent Kits Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

C. Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

D. Limited Lifetime Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

E. Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Î = Contains updated information.

Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev. H • 6/09

Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certiﬁ cation

MODELS: QVI-30FB-S LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) TYPE: Vented Gas Appliance Heaters STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88-2002 • CSA2.33-2002 • 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 HEA T 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: To assure top performance, safety and efﬁ ciency, inserts must be installed with an approved ﬂ ue liner as per CAN/CGA B-149 or National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 and these instructions.

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.

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

U.S. (0-2000 ft.) or Canada (2000-4500 ft.)

Models

QVI-30FB-S (NG)

QVI-30FB-S (LP)

CANADA

Maximum

38,000 27,000 31 34,200 24,300 32 34,000 28,900 50 31,000 19,000 51

Input

BTU/h

Minimum

Input

BTU/h

Oriﬁ ce

Size (DMS)

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 750º C, 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.

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.

Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev. H • 6/09

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 insurance carrier, local building, ﬁ re ofﬁ cials or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.

Quadra-Fire gas inserts are designed for recessed installations into solid fuel masonry or factory built non-combustible ﬁ replaces that have been installed in accordance with the National, Provincial, State and local building codes.

Prior to installing the gas insert:

• Have the chimney and adjacent structure inspected and cleaned by qualiﬁ ed professionals. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends that NFI or CSIA certiﬁ ed professionals, or technicians under the direction of certiﬁ ed professionals, conduct a minimum of a NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection of the chimney.

• Replace component parts of the chimney and ﬁ replace as speciﬁ ed by the professionals.

• Ensure all joints are properly engaged and the chimney is properly secured.

When planning an appliance installation, it’s necessary to determine the following information before installing:

• Minimum ﬁ replace size. See Section 3.A.

• Gas supply piping.

• Electrical wiring.

• Finishing details.

• Existing mantel projections. See Section 10.

• 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, surrounds and fronts are shipped in separate packages.

• The ﬁ ber 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

Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions:

• 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.

B. Tools and Supplies Needed

Before beginning the installation be sure that the following tools and building supplies are available.

Pliers Hi temp caulking material Hammer Flat blade screwdriver Voltmeter Framing square Gloves Variable speed drill 1/4 Hex drive Safety glasses Manometer Phillips screwdriver Tape measure Non-corrosive leak check solution 1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws

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WARNING

Keep appliance dry.

• Mold or rust may cause odors.

• Water may damage controls.

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.

Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev. H • 6/09

Fireplace Size Requirements

A. Minimum Fireplace Opening

Minimum ﬁ replace opening requirements are shown in Figure 5.1.

WARNING! Risk of Fire or Burns! Provide adequate clearance around air openings and for service access.

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of trafﬁ c and away from furniture and draperies.

• The ﬁ rebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails, screen

mesh and log grates can be removed from a factory built ﬁ rebox in order to gain minimum gas insert opening requirements.

• Any smoke shelves, shields and bafﬂ es may be removed

from the factory built ﬁ rebox if attached with mechanical fasteners.

• The metal ﬂ oor of the solid fuel ﬁ rebox may be removed to facilitate the installation of the insert. The appliance may not be placed directly on the base of the outer wrap, a 1/4 inch airspace must be provided between the insert and the ﬂ oor of the outer wrap. Use the levelling legs to raise the insert a minimum of 1/4 inch. The original ﬁ replace may never be returned to solid fuel in this condition. The sidewalls and top structure of the ﬁ rebox may not be altered with the exception of removable bafﬂ es and dampers.

• Cutting of any sheet metal parts of the ﬁ replace in which the gas ﬁ replace insert is to be installed is prohibited, except the ﬂ oor as tested for and as noted above.

NOTE: For actual appliance dimensions refer to Section 15.

2 in.

50.8 mm

TOP VIEW

MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE

Location

A Front Width 30-1/4 768.4 B Rear Width 19 482.6 C Depth 14-1/8 358.8 D Height 22-1/2 571.5

QVI30FB-S

Inches Millimeters

FRONT VIEW

* NOTE: If exhaust collar on insert and ﬁ replace damper do not line up, add

4 inches (102 mm) to minimum ﬁ replace height for bends in vent pipe.

Figure 3.1 Fireplace Opening

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B. Clearances

WARNING

Fire Risk. Odor Risk.

• Clearance to combustible material under the insert is 1/4 inch (0.6 cm).

• Use leveling legs to raise insert minimum 1/4 inch above combustible material or outer wrap of factory built ﬁ rebox.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

• Locate and install appliance to all clearance speciﬁ cations in manual.

EXHAUST

VENT PIPE

INLET AIR

VENT PIPE

12 in. MAX.

MANTEL

12 in. MIN.

MEASUREMENTS FROM

TOP EDGE OF UNIT

Figure 3.2 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance

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Termination Locations

A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances

Figure 4.1 speciﬁ es minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs.

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 4.1 Minimum height from roof to lowest discharge opening

20 INCHES MIN.

LOWEST

DISCHARGE

OPENING

H (MIN.) - MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING

ROOF PITCH

IS X/ 12

VERTICAL

WALL

WARNING

Fire Risk. Asphyxiation Risk.

• Terminations MUST meet minimum clearances.

• Exhaust gases are hot.

• Nearby vents may draw fumes into house.

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Vent Information and Diagrams

A. Vent Table Key

The abbreviations listed in this vent table key are used in the vent diagrams.

Symbol Description

MIN

MAX

Minimum Vertical Run Length 14 ft.

Maximum Vertical Run Length 50 ft.

B. Horizontal Venting

Horizontal venting is NOT allowed.

C. Measuring Standards

Vertical measurements listed in the vent diagram (Figure

5.1) were made using the following standard:

• Vertical terminations are measured to top of chimney.

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.

• May impair safe operation of this appliance or other appliances connected to the ﬂ ue.

• Vent this appliance directly outside.

• Use separate vent system for this appliance.

CAUTION

ALL vent 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.

Note: T o achieve optimum performance of insert, minimize or avoid bends in exhaust vent pipe.

TERMINATION

EXHAUST COLLAR

INLET AIR COLLAR

V= 14 FT. MINIMUM

50 FT. MAXIMUM

3 INCH COLLAR

(Factory installed to

stainless steel section)

WARNING: DO NOT

BLOCK PIPE END WITH

INSULATION OR ANY OTHER

SEALING MATERIAL

STAINLESS STEEL

PIPE - 3 FT. MIN.

REQUIRED (INCLUDED)

CAP

ADAPTOR

EXHAUST

VENT PIPE

Figure 5.1

INLET AIR VENT PIPE

COLLAR ATTACHMENT

BRACKET

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Installation Preparation

Prepare the existing solid fuel masonry or factory built non-combustible ﬁ rebox for installation.

A. Flue Damper

Fully lock the solid fuel ﬁ replace’s ﬂ ue damper in the open position, OR completely remove it.

B. Chimney

• Ensure chimney is constructed of non-combustible materials.

• Ensure chimney is clean and in good working order.

• Ensure that all chimney cleanouts ﬁ t properly to prevent air leakage into chimney.

C. Gas Line

Note: If the factor y built ﬁ replace has no gas acces s hole

provided, an acces s hole of 1 inch (25 mm) diam eter or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the ﬁ rebox in a proper workmanship - like manner. This access hole must be plugged with non-combustible insulation after the gas supply line has been installed.

• Install gas line into ﬁ rebox cavity.

• Check local codes and gas line sizing requirements following NFPA54. See Section 8.

E. Fireplace Conversion Notice

Permanently attach the label with the following warning to the inside lower back of the ﬁ replace ﬁ rebox into which the insert is being installed. Silicone may be required to properly secure the label.

WARNING

Fire Risk. This ﬁ replace has been converted for use with

a gas ﬁ replace insert only and cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels unless all original parts have been replaced, and the ﬁ replace re- approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

Prior to installing the gas insert:

• Replace component parts of the chimney and ﬁ replace as speciﬁ ed by the professionals.

• Ensure all joints are properly engaged and the chimney is properly secured.

D. Hearth or Hearth Extension

WARNING

Fire Risk. A hearth or hearth extension (if present) must

comply with either of the following:

• The solid fuel burning ﬁ replace manufacturer’s speciﬁ cation.

• Local building codes required by authority having jurisdiction.

• NFPA 211

F. Remote Control

The receiver for the remotes must be installed BETWEEN the base pan of the insert and the ﬁ rebox of the wood- burning ﬁ replace (see photo below).

EXISTING SIDE

REFRACTORY

REMOTE

RECEIVER

UNIT

EXISTING BOTTOM OF

FIREPLACE

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Installing Vent Pipe and Appliance

A. Venting Components

CAUTION

Sharp Edges

• Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation.

The vertical vent termination system installed on this model includes:

• One 3-foot section stainless steel ﬂ exible pipe (included with insert).

• One length of 3-inch ﬂ exible vent pipe for combustion air (included with vent kit).

• Flexible vent pipe for exhaust air (included with vent kit).

• One pipe-to-cap adaptor (included with vent kit).

• One vertical termination cap (included with vent kit).

Note: T o achieve optimum performance of insert, minimize or avoid bends in exhaust vent pipe.

B. Connecting Vent Pipe

Reference instructions in the termination kit.

• Install the 3-inch ﬂ exible vent pipe(s) down through the chimney.

• Secure the exhaust ﬂ exible vent pipe to the 3 foot section stainless steel flexible vent pipe using the factoryinstalled 3-inch collar in the stainless steel section of pipe (see Figure 7.1).

• Use 3 screws to attach either a 4 foot or 30 foot section of inlet air vent to the inlet collar on the collar slide plate (see Figure 7.1). NOTE: The collar slide plate may be removed from appliance to aid installation.

• Seal opening between ﬂ ex vent and chimney just above insert. Unfaced ﬁ berglass insulation may be used for this purpose.

TERMINATION

CAP

ADAPTOR

EXHAUST COLLAR

INLET AIR COLLAR

V= 14 FT. MINIMUM

50 FT. MAXIMUM

3 INCH COLLAR

(Factory installed to

stainless steel section)

WARNING: DO NOT

BLOCK PIPE END WITH

INSULATION OR ANY OTHER

SEALING MATERIAL

STAINLESS STEEL

PIPE - 3 FT. MIN.

REQUIRED (INCLUDED)

COLLAR ATTACHMENT

EXHAUST

VENT PIPE

INLET AIR

VENT PIPE

BRACKET

Figure 7.1

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CUT AND BEND

FLASHING AS NEEDED

TO FIT CHIMNEY

SEALANT

ADHESIVE

WARNING

Fire Risk. Only an approved Hearth & Home Technologies

surround may be used to cover integral grills on solid fuel burning ﬁ replaces.

• No other components such as shrouds, sheetmetal plates, etc., may be used to seal off vents.

WARNING

Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

Figure 7.2

• T rim chimney top plate to minimize excess overhang or bend over ﬂ ue tile (see Figure 7.2).

• Place 3/8 inch bead of 300º F silicone on ﬂ ue tile top.

C. Placing, Securing and Leveling the

Appliance

• Install insert (without surround attached) into existing ﬁ replace while pulling collar slide plate forward.

• Install gas line into hole provided on insert side.

• If applicable install remote control wires into insert side (see Section 6, F.).

• Secure collar slide plate to appliance by placing locking handle into position with locking tabs (see Figure 7.1) and secure with #8 screw.

• Level the appliance from side to side and front to back. If necessary , use the leveling legs included with the insert to set each corner of the base.

• Position any excess ﬂ exible vent pipe back up into chimney without sagging. Twist and push flex vent together to shorten.

• Install fiberglass insulation pieces to back face of surround.

• Attach surround. Follow instructions accompanying surround.

• Push insert so that surround becomes tight against face of ﬁ replace.

WARNING

Explosion Risk. Combustion Fume Risk.

• Connect vent sections per installation instructions.

• The 3 foot section of stainless steel ﬂ exible pipe MUST be attached directly to the exhaust collar on the collar slide plate.

• Connect exhaust vent pipe ONL Y to exhaust starting collar and termination cap center collar.

• Connect inlet air vent ONLY to inlet air collar on appliance and either the termination cap inlet air collar OR terminate within chimney.

• Do NOT allow vent to sag below connection point to appliance.

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