Raypak RFSDV34RFNAU, RFSDV34RFPAU User Manual

RAYPAK VERMONT RFSDV34

FREESTANDING GAS LOG FIRE

Installation and Operating Instructions

For Models RFSDV34RFNAU (Natural Gas) &

RFSDV34RFPAU (Propane)

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CONTENTS

Part 1: For Your Safety

Part 2: Installation Instructions

• Start Up Recommendations

• Locating The Fireplace

• Clearance to Combustibles

• Fireplace Dimensions

• Gas Specifications

• Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures

• Preparation

• Gas Line Installation

Part 3: General Venting Information

• Termination Clearances

• General Information for Assembling Vent Pipes

• Vertical Through Roof Applications

• Install Vertical Venting

Part 4: Operating Instructions

• General Glass Information

• Window Frame Assembly Removal

• Glass Cleaning

• Log Set and Lava Rock Installation

• Maintenance

• Flame and Temperature Adjustment

• Flame Appearance

• Remote Control Options

• RFSDV34 Lighting Instructions

Part 5: Troubleshooting

• Troubleshooting the Gas Control System

Part 6: Replacement Parts List

• Replacement Parts – drawing and list

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Part 7: Conversion

• Gas Type Conversion Instruction

Part 8: Wiring Diagram

• Wiring Diagram

Part 9: Warranty

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Part 1: For Your Safety

For your safety do not operate this appliance before reading this
instruction book.

Warning: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For assistance
or additional information consult with Raypak Australia, your
Raypak distributor, qualified installer or accredited Rheem
Australia Service Agency.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS?

DO NOT try to light any gas appliance.
DO NOT touch any electrical switch.

Turn off gas supply at the meter.
Immediately call Rheem Service, your gas supplier or licensed gasfitter.
Note: Some gases are heavier than air and it maybe necessary to check for gas

leaks at floor level.

CAUTION!

DO NOT operate this appliance before reading this instruction booklet.
DO NOT place articles or objects on or against the appliance.
DO NOT store chemicals or flammable materials in the same room as this

appliance.
DO NOT store chemicals or flammable materials on, or spray aerosols near this

appliance.
DO NOT operate with panels, covers or guards removed from the appliance.

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Part 2: Installation Instructions

This gas fireplace must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with
AS5601 and all relevant local building codes.

For safe installation and operation please note the following:

1. This fireplace gives off high temperatures and should be located out of
high traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.

2. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of fireplace high
surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or ignition
of clothing.

3. CAUTION: Due to high glass surface temperatures children

should be carefully supervised when in the same room as the
appliance.

4. Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified or altered.
Parts removed for servicing should be replaced prior to operating this
fireplace again.

5. Installation and any repairs to this fireplace must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or service person. A qualified service
person should be contacted to inspect the fireplace annually.

6. Control compartments, burners and air passages in this fireplace
should be kept clean and free of dust and lint. Make sure that the gas
valve and pilot light are turned off before you attempt to clean this
appliance.

7. The flueing system should be checked once a year and cleaned if
required.

8. Keep the area surrounding this appliance clear of combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapour and liquids. This
heater should not be used as a drying rack for clothing.

9. Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, paper, coal or
cardboard etc.) be used in this appliance.

10. The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed in
any way.

11. When this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl tile, linoleum
or any combustible material other than wood, this fireplace must be
installed on a metal or panel extending the full width and depth of the
appliance.

12. This appliance requires adequate ventilation and combustion air to
operate properly – refer to AS5601 ventilation and combustion air
requirements.

13. This appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a
separate solid fuel burning fireplace.

14. When the fireplace is not in use it is recommended that the gas control
valve be left in the OFF position.

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IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

Remove any plastic from trim parts before turning the appliance on.
It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel to give off some expansion

and/or contraction noises during the start up or cool down cycle.
It is not unusual for the Raypak Vermont gas fireplace to produce some

odour the first time it is burned. This is due to residual oils used during the
manufacturing process.

Please open all windows to ensure your room is well ventilated.

It is recommended that you burn your fireplace for at least 10 hours the
first time you use it. Please turn the fan switch in the OFF position during
this initial firing.

Fig. 1 Locating Your Gas Fireplace

A) Flat on wall* B) Room divider* C) Island
D) Cross corner E) Flat on wall corner

Warning: There is a minimum vertical rise required for the venting,
which varies depending on the application. The maximum horizontal
run also has restrictions. Before starting the installation read the
venting instructions in this booklet and refer to AS5601. The
minimum vertical rise for this appliance is 3m.

Clearance to Combustibles: Adequate clearances as listed below must

be maintained for servicing and proper operation.
Back…………………………0 mm

Side………………………305 mm
Floor………………………...0 mm
Top……………………….915 mm
Corner………………………0 mm
Flue Pipe………………….25 mm

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DIMENSION RFSDV34

A 667mm
B 800mm
C 492mm
D 762mm
E 254mm
F 394mm
G 114mm
H 667mm

I 333mm

J 495mm

K 162mm

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Gas Specifications

Model Gas Type Gas Control Min. MJ/h

Input

RFSDV34RFN Natural Radio Freq. 22 32
RFSDV34RFP Propane Radio Freq. 24 32

Gas Inlet and Burner Pressures

Natural Gas ULPG

Inlet Minimum 1.1 kPa 2.75 kPa

Inlet Maximum 3.50 kPa 3.50 kPa

Burner Pressure 0.87 kPa 2.50 kPa

Preparation
Warning: The use of wall paper adjacent to this fireplace is not

recommended, as the heat produced by this appliance may adversely
affect the binders in the adhesive used to apply the wall paper.

Before beginning, remove the window frame assembly from the heater and
ensure that there is not hidden damage to the heater.

Take some time to plan the fitting line, flue and electrical supply.
On completion of the installation ensure that the appliance is

commissioned and tested.

Fitting Line Installation
Warning: When purging the fitting line, the front glass must be

removed.
Note: For pipe sizing requirements refer to Australian Standard AS5601

Gas Installations.
If gas fitting line has been previously completed, check that the gas fitting

line is of adequate size. Refer to Australian Standard AS5601 Gas
Installations.

The gas fitting line can be brought in through the rear or the bottom of the
appliance. Openings are provided on the bottom behind the valve to allow
for the gas fitting line installation and testing of any gas connection. It
preferable to bring the fitting line in from the rear right side of the valve as
this allows fan installation or removal without the need to disconnect the
gas fitting line.

Max. MJ/h

Input

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Note: When making the gas connection to the appliance inlet fitting, hold
the 10mm 3/8” BSP fitting with a spanner when tightening the gas inlet
pipe compression nut.

For Propane installations an approved gas regulator must be fitted in
accordance with AS5601.

Ensure copper tube meets the requirements of Australian Standard
AS1432 Type B.

Note: Heater must be tested for correct operation by the installer after
installation is complete.

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