Superior FVDA18M, FVDA24M, FVSA24M, FVDA30M, FVSA18M Installation And Operation Instructions Manual
Installation and Operation Instructions
US
P126900-01
Gas Log Vented Decorative Appliance
Models
P/N 126900-01 Rev B 11/2016
REPORT NO. F09-167
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not
prohibited by local codes. 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.
WARNING: This is a gas-fired appliance. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions
for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Codes, ANSI
Z233.1/NFPA 54, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
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MODEL CAT. NO.
FVDA18M F0215
FVDA24M F0217
FVDA30M F0219
FVSA18M F0221
FVSA24M F0223
WARNING: This appliance is for installation only in a solid-fuel burning masonry or UL127 factory-built
fireplace, constructed of noncombustible material, and connected to a working flue. (See page 5 for minimum
flue opening.)
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service
this log set. Improper use of this log set can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical
shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
— 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.
• Leave the building immediately.
• 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.
Thank you for your purchase. We appreciate your
business!
Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. Pay
special attention to all warnings and safety information.
Following these safety, care, and operation instructions will help
ensure many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your
fireplace.
Please read and understand these instructions before installing
or operating.
SAFETY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety ............................................................................................. 2
Product Identification ..................................................................... 4
Local Codes ................................................................................... 4
Product Feature .............................................................................. 4
Unpacking ...................................................................................... 4
Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ...............4
Installation ..................................................................................... 5
Operation ..................................................................................... 10
Inspecting Burner ........................................................................ 11
Cleaning and Maintenance .......................................................... 11
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 12
Service Hints ................................................................................ 15
Technical Service ......................................................................... 15
Replacement Parts ....................................................................... 15
Accessories .................................................................................. 15
Parts ............................................................................................ 16
Warranty ...................................................................................... 19
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service, or maintenance can cause injury
or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct
installation and operational procedures. For assistance
or additional information consult a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,*
permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by local codes.
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.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the influence of alcohol
and those at high altitudes.
Natural & LP Gas: Natural & LP gas are odorless. An odor-making
agent is added to the gas. The odor helps you detect a gas leak.
However, the odor added to the gas can fade. Gas may be present
even though no odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep this manual
for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this
log set.
WARNING: Any change to this log set or its controls
can be dangerous.
WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not approved for use with this
appliance.
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for either
natural gas or propane/LP gas but not both. Gas type
is indicated on the rating plate. Field conversion is
not permitted.
WARNING: Keep flue open when operating unit.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead
to death!
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon monoxide poison-
ing resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have
these signs, the log set may not be working properly. Get fresh air at
once! Have log set serviced. Some people are more affected by carbon
monoxide than others. These include pregnant women, people with
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WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into
the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame
patterns.
WARNING: Installed decorative glass door enclosures must be fully opened when operating this gas
appliance.
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SAFETY Continued
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
Do not place clothing or other flammable material
on or near the appliance. Never place any objects on
the appliance.
Appliance assembly becomes very hot when running
appliance. Keep children and adults away from hot
surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Appliance
will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surface
to cool before touching.
Carefully supervise young children when they are in
the room with appliance.
You must operate this appliance with a fireplace screen
in place. Make sure fireplace screen is closed before
running this log set.
The screen shall have openings for introduction of
combustion air.
Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors
and liquids.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of
high temperature and should stay away to avoid burns
or clothing ignition.
1. This appliance, as supplied, is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is convertible for use
with propane/LP.
2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside the structure.
Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP units
only).
3. If you smell gas
• shut off gas supply
• do not try to light any appliance
• do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building
• leave the building immediately
• 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
4. Never install the log set
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing or other flammable objects
are less than 42" from the front, top or sides of the log set.
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
5. Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace, the chimney flue
and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose
paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly
heated. Inspect chimney flue for damage. If damaged, repair flue
before operating appliance.
6. If fireplace has glass doors, never operate with glass doors closed,
If you operate appliance with doors closed, heat buildup inside
fireplace will cause glass to burst. Also if fireplace opening has
vents at the bottom, you must open the vents before operating
appliance.
7. To reduce the creation of soot, follow the instructions in Cleaning
and Maintenance, page 11.
8. Do not run appliance
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored
• under dusty conditions
9. Do not burn solid fuel in the fireplace after installing the log set. Do
not use this log set to cook food or burn paper or other objects.
10. Log set becomes very hot when in use. Keep children and adults
away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Log set
will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surface to cool
before touching.
11. Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with
the log set.
12. Do not use appliance if any part has been exposed to or under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect
the room appliance and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under water.
13. Turn log set off and let cool before servicing, installing or repairing.
Only a qualified service person should install, service or repair
log set.
14. Provide adequate clearances around air openings.
15. The installation of these appliances in manufactured homes in the
U.S. must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and
Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, in the United States,
or when such a standard is not applicable, Manufactured Home
Installations Standard, ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1/NFPA 501A.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Grate Steps
Grate
Burner
Pan
Burner
Clamp
Burner
Manifold
Hearth Kit Model
Serial Number
Log Set Model
Figure 1 - Product Identification
LOCAL CODES
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
25 West 43rd Street, 4th floor
New York, NY 10036
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
UNPACKING
CAUTION: Do not remove the metal data plates
from the burner pan. The data plates contain important
warranty and safety information.
1. Remove logs, hearth kit, pan materials, and hardware from carton.
2. Remove all protective packaging applied to logs and base for
shipment.
3. Check appliance for any shipping damage. If appliance is damaged contact IHP at Superiorfireplaces.US.com for replacement
parts before returning to dealer.
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS
These appliances are approved for installation in the US state of
Massachusetts if the following additional requirements are met:
• Install this appliance in accordance with Massachusetts Rules
and Regulations 248 C.M.R. Sections 4.00 through 8.00.
• Installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gas fitter
licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• The flexible gas line connector used shall not exceed 36 inches
(92 centimeters) in length.
• The individual manual shut-off must be a T-handle type valve.
PRODUCT FEATURE
ON/OFF SAFETY VALVE/PILOT
Unit is tested and approved to ANSI Z21.60 and CSA 2.26 as a vented
decorative appliance. It is supplied with the parts and instructions
to convert to propane/LP gas use.
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INSTALLATION
WARNING: The Massachusetts State Board requires
all installations be performed by a Licensed Plumber
or Gas Fitter. Massachusetts state code requires all
vent dampers be welded open or removed.
CAUTION: Do not remove the data plates attached
to the burner pan. The data plates contain important
warranty and safety information.
WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burning
fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned
of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualified
chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly heated.
A dirty chimney flue may create and distribute soot
within the house. Inspect chimney flue for damage.
NOTICE: Installation, service, and repair of this appliance must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, company or gas supplier experienced
with this type of gas appliance. Only factory authorized
components listed in these instructions may be used
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Any modifications to this kit, or use
of unauthorized components or accessory items will
void the manufacturer’s warranty, and may result in
a hazardous condition.
FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS
Note: This vented appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel
burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible material.
The charts in Figure 2 indicate technical information regarding the
installation of your gas log set. Please make sure that all of the
specifications shown are applicable before installation is attempted.
The fireplace must include a working flue and venting system with
the minimum openings shown in the Figure 2.
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use only natural gas. If your gas supply is not natural gas, you
must convert the appliance to propane/LP. Follow the instructions
on page 6.
If the fireplace does not have a gas supply shutoff valve, one must
be installed.
VENTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTALLATION
The fireplace chimney flue and vent must be drafting properly. To
check the vent for proper drafting: Light a tightly rolled newspaper on
one end and place it at the inside front edge of the fireplace. Observe
the smoke and be sure the vent is properly drawing it up the chimney.
If the smoke spills out into the room, extinguish the flame and remove
any obstruction until proper venting is achieved.
The chimney flue damper must be fixed open to provide a minimum
of 81 sq. in. of free air opening during operation of this log set. A
multipurpose damper clamp is provided to fix the damper in position.
The minimum flue sizes shown in Figure 2 are based on a 6' chimney
height using round pipe. Your minimum flue size will vary based on
input rate and chimney height. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 6.6, for details.
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Btu/Hr Input
DESCRIPTION
18" Single Burner 50,000 40,000 0.116 32 0.081 46
24" Single Burner 60,000 50,000 0.120 31 0.082 45
18" Dual Burner 55,000 45,000 0.116 32 0.082 45
24" Dual Burner 65,000 55,000 0.138 29 0.086 44
30" Dual Burner 70,000 60,000 0.1405 28 0.089 43
MINIMUM FIREBOX SIZES
LOG
SIZE
* At depth indicated
FRONT
WIDTH
18" 34" 16" 14" 18" 8" dia.
24" 35 3/4" 17" 15 1/2" 18" 8" dia.
30" 42" 27" 18" 18" 9" dia.
BACK
WIDTH* DEPTH HEIGHT
Natural Gas
Figure 2 - Technical Information Charts
Propane/LP Gas
MINIMUM
FLUE SIZE
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Burner Orifice
Natural Propane/LP
In. Num. In. Num.
SPECIFICATIONS (W.C.)
FUEL INLET
PRESSURE
Min. Max.
NG 7" W.C. 10.5" W.C. 6
LP 11" W.C. 14" W.C. 10
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
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INSTALLATION Continued
INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP
Secure the damper stop clamp provided to the leading edge of the
damper as shown in Figure 3. If for any reason this clamp doesn't
work on your fireplace, another suitable clamp or permanent stop
must be installed, or the damper blade must be cut or removed.
Damper
Clamp
Damper
Damper
Manufactured FireplaceMasonry Fireplace
Figure 3 - Attaching Damper Clamp
CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
Damper
Clamp
Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve with "T" style
handle, gas union and, for propane/LP gas only, a plugged 1/8" NPT
tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up. NPT tap
must be upstream from log set (see Figure 4).
IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off
the gas to the appliance.
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads. This will prevent
excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could
result in a clogged burner injector.
WARNING: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant
to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.
Equipment Shutoff Valve
With 1/8" NPT Tap*
Approved Flexible Gas
Hose (no longer than 36" if
required by local codes)
3" Minimum
From Gas Meter
(5" W.C.** to 10.5"
W.C. Pressure)
WARNING: A qualified service person must connect
log set to gas supply. Follow all local codes.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing log set, make sure you have the items listed below.
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve
• adjustable (crescent) wrench or pliers
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe.
Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain
areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2" diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to log set.
If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur.
Tee Pipe Cap
Joint Nipple
Sediment Trap
* Purchase the optional equipment shutoff valve from your dealer.
** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment.
Figure 4 - Gas Connection
We recommend that you install a sediment trap in the supply line as
shown in Figure 4. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for
cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater.
Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze.
A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants. This keeps them
from going into log set controls. If sediment trap is not installed or
is installed wrong, log set may not run properly.
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INSTALLATION Continued
CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections,
internal and external to unit, for leaks after installing
or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.
WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a
leak. Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints.
Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1. Disconnect log set and its individual equipment shutoff valve
from gas supply piping system.
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was
connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air
or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter.
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system. Apply a noncorrosive
leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Reconnect log set and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply.
Check reconnected fittings for leaks.
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 5).
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air
or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter.
3. Check all joints from gas meter to equipment shutoff valve (see
Figure 5). Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints.
Bubbles forming show a leak.
4. Correct all leaks at once.
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Gas Meter
Figure 5 - Checking Gas Joints
HEARTH PAN INSTALLATION
If using propane/LP gas, see Propane/LP Gas Conversion, before
installing hearth pan.
1. Place burner pan assembly in center of fireplace floor. Make sure
front of pan faces forward.
2. Thread gas supply fitting to fireplace gas supply pipe. Adjust to
most convenient position.
3. Install gas connector tube to gas supply adapter. Carefully shape
tube and attach to gas inlet fitting (see Figure 6). Be careful not
to cause kinks in tube.
4. Test for leaks following instructions under Testing Burner for
Leaks, page 9.
5. Retighten and adjust location of gas control as necessary. Gas
control should be level, with control rod to the front.
Gas Control
Valve
Regulator
Gas Connector
Tube
Figure 6 - Installing Inlet Fitting and Gas Connector Tube (Valve
Cover Removed for Clarity)
Propane/LP Gas Conversion
To convert to propane/LP gas, burner inlet fitting and pilot orifice
must be replaced and regulator pressure must be reset. Propane/LP
burner inlet fitting is supplied with orifice installed. Propane/LP pilot
orifice for converting pilot is supplied and is marked with a red stripe.
1. Remove control rod extension and piezo ignitor by pulling gently.
2. Remove screws that attach pilot assembly to valve cover and
valve cover to burner pan (see Figure 7, page 8).
3. Remove valve cover.
4. Using a wrench, remove gas control valve and burner inlet fitting
by turning counterclockwise (see Figure 8, page 8).
5. Remove burner inlet fitting from gas control assembly (see Figure
8, page 8). DO NOT remove orifice from this fitting. Propane/LP
burner inlet fitting is included in hardware kit (see Figure 9, page
8).
6. Be sure to use correct orifice for your appliance. Orifice kit included with this appliance contains an orifice installed in an air
mixer fitting.
7. Using thread sealant (resistant to the action of propane/LP gas)
on smaller end of fitting, screw burner inlet fitting into outlet side
of gas control (see Figure 8, page 8). Tighten using a wrench.
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INSTALLATION Continued
8. Thread gas control valve and burner inlet fitting into burner
manifold (see Figure 8). Use thread sealant on male threads of
burner inlet fitting. Secure with a wrench. Make sure control rod
is facing the front (see Figure 8).
9. To adjust regulator pressure, remove the brass hex plug from
regulator (see Figure 10).
10. Remove the plastic pressure button from the brass plug (see
Figure 10).
11. Reverse the plastic pressure button and replace it into the brass
plug (see Figure 10).
12. Replace brass plug into regulator.
13. Using two screws removed in step 2, page 7, replace valve cover.
14. Gently loosen and remove the pilot line connection from the pilot
bracket (see Figure 11).
15. Replace injector with propane/LP injector with red stripe.
16. Replace and tighten pilot line to bracket.
17. Using screws removed in step 2, page 7, reattach pilot bracket to
valve cover.
18. Continue with step 1 under Hearth Pan Installation, page 7.
Screw
Thermocouple
Injector for
Natural Gas
NATURAL
GAS FITTING
Figure 9 - Burner Inlet Fittings with Injectors
Reversed Plastic
Regulator
Pressure Button
for Propane/LP
Conversion
Injector for
Propane/LP
Gas
PROPANE/LP GAS
FITTING
Pilot
Ignitor
Control
Knob
Valve Cover
Control Rod
Extension
Piezo
Ignitor
Figure 7 - Removing/Installing Cover, Control Knob, and Piezo
Ignitor
Burner Inlet Fitting
for Natural Gas
Plastic Pressure Button
Positioned for Natural
Gas
Brass Plug
Figure 10 - Adjusting Regulator Pressure for Conversion
Pilot
Bracket
Pilot Injector
Pilot Adjustment
Screw
Figure 11 - Installing Propane/LP Pilot Orifice
Control
Valve
Control Rod
Figure 8- Remove Burner Inlet Fitting
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INSTALLATION Continued
TESTING BURNER FOR LEAKS
1. Generously apply soapy solution to all connections.
WARNING: Never check for gas leaks with open
flame.
2. Light burner with the shutoff valve no more than half open and
holding a match slightly in front of the pan (see Lighting Instruc-
tions, page 10).
3. Inspect all connections for bubbles, raw gas odor, or flame from
any area other than the burner (leaks). If leaks are detected,
shut off gas valve immediately. Tighten, or reassemble loose
connection(s) using pipe joint compound until burner system is
leak free.
4. When burner is tested and leak free, observe the individual tongues
of flame on the burner.
Note: The burner design includes more ports on the outside of
the bar. Make sure that all ports are clear and producing flame
evenly across the burner. If any ports appear blocked, clear them
by removing the burner manifold and reaming the ports with a
modified paper clip or other suitable tool.
5. When finished testing, turn gas shutoff valve OFF to extinguish
all flames.
Grate Steps
Grate
Figure 12 - Installing Grate (Pan Material Not Shown)
ADDING PAN MATERIAL
1. Open bag of ash bed material (vermiculite) and spread it evenly
across burner pan to the top. You may overflow front and sides of
pan to cover entire pan. Do not cover valve or inlet fitting.
2. Open glowing embers and evenly cover ash bed material (vermiculite) in the burner pan.
INSTALLING GRATE AND LOGS
1. Place grate over burner pan where the two outer horizontal supports on the grate fit into the two pan positioning notches in the
rear vertical edge of pan.
2. Slide two rear log grate steps over the two outer horizontal supports on grate as shown in Figure 12.
3. Place back log on grate onto grate steps (see Figure 13).
4. Place front log(s) on grate and slide forward against front bars
on the grate (see Figure 13).
5. Place smaller top logs onto bottom logs (see Figure 14). Leave
as much open space between logs as possible to minimize flame
impingement and sooting.
Note: Logs may chip if they are handled roughly or if hit together
while being placed.
Figure 13 - Installing Front and Back Logs (Number and style of
your logs may vary)
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Figure 14 - Placement of Top Logs
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OPERATION
FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: Keep flue open when operating unit.
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When
lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas.
Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier
than air and will settle on the floor.
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.
• Leave the building immediately.
• 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.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. Never
use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t try
to repair it, call a qualified service technician or gas supplier.
Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Imme-
diately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance
and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control
which has been under water.
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot.
After 30 seconds, release control knob.
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7.
8. Turn control knob counterclockwise to the ON position.
Burner should light. If burner does not light, call a qualified service
person.
9. To leave pilot lit and shut off burners only, turn control knob
clockwise to the PILOT position.
Control Knob Pilot
Ignitor
On
ON
SLIGHT PUSH TO
FROM "PILOT" POSITION
ON OFF
OFF
FROM "PILOT" POSITION
SLIGHT PUSH TO
TURN OFF
PULL PUSH
TO LIGHT
TURN OFF
PULL PUSH
Off
FROM "PILOT" POSITION
SLIGHT PUSH TO
PULL PUSH
TURN OFF
ON
OFF
Figure 15 - Ignitor and Control Knob
Thermocouple
Pilot
Burner
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information, column 1.
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open.
3. Press in and turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position.
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas,
including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the
safety information. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step.
5. Turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position
and press in. Keep control knob pressed in for five (5) seconds.
Note: You may be running this log set for the first time after
hooking up to gas supply. If so, the control knob may need to be
pressed in for 30 seconds or more. This will allow air to bleed
from the gas system.
• If control knob does not pop up when released, contact a quali-
fied service person or gas supplier for repairs.
6. With control knob pressed in, push down and release ignitor
button. This will light pilot. Visually locate the pilot on the control
valve cover by the edge of the burner pan to look for flame. If
needed, keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights.
Note: If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas
control knob to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier.
Figure 16 - Thermocouple and Pilot
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
1. Turn control knob clockwise to the PILOT position.
2. Press in and turn control clockwise to the OFF position.
3. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 5, page 7).
CURING
LOGS
During 2-3 hour appliance break-in period, you may detect an odor
from the appliance as various paints and compounds used in manufacturing of this log set cure. This is a normal and temporary situation
that is not cause for alarm. However, you may want to provide extra
ventilation to the room during this time.
To ensure proper curing of logs:
• Ignite a 2" flame and maintain it for 1 hour.
• Burn logs in consecutive 1 hour periods raising flame an additional
2" to full flame height for a total of three hours.
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INSPECTING BURNERS
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often.
PILOT ASSEMBLY
The pilot assembly is factory preset for proper flame height. Alterations may have occurred during shipping and handling. The pilot is
located on the back right hand side of the burner.
The thermocouple should be fully enveloped in flame. The flame
should not be lifting off of thermocouple element.
If your pilot assembly does not meet these requirements:
• Access pilot adjustment screw through slot in valve cover. Turn
adjustment screw clockwise to decrease or counterclockwise to
increase the flame to proper size (see Figure 11, page 8). Do not
remove adjustment screw.
• see Troubleshooting, page 12
Thermocouple
Pilot
• Keep the area around the log set clean and clear of debris.
• Occasionally, you may use a soft bristle brush to clean logs.
• Periodically inspect the air mixer and burner tube for foreign matter
blocking the air inlet and flame holes.
• Once every year a qualified agency or certified chimney sweep
should examine and clean the venting system of the fireplace.
Figure 17 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
BURNER FLAME PATTERN
Burner flames will be steady, not lifting or floating. Flames should
go up through middle of log set. Flames should not "spill" to edges
of pan or sides of log set.
Figure 18 shows a typical flame pattern. If burner flame pattern differs
from that described:
• turn appliance off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 10)
• see Troubleshooting, page 12
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING: Turn off log set and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service
and repair log set.
Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.
OBSERVED PROBLEM
Log set is smoking/sooting excessively
(Note: It is natural and unavoidable for
vented gas log sets to produce moderate
levels of carbon (soot) where flames contact the logs. This is especially true with
propane/LP gas.)
Burner is excessively noisy
(Note: The movement and combustion of gas
will create low, unavoidable levels of noise.)
Burner flame is too low or too high
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Poor fuel quality
2. Fireplace venting system not drafting
properly
3. Excessive flame impingement or blockage
4. Improper fuel/air mixture
5. Excessive gas supply/pressure
1. Passage of air/gas across irregular surfaces
2. Excessive gas pressure on natural gas
units
1. Incorrect gas supply or pressure
2. Blocked burner orifice or burner manifold
ports
3. Improper burner orifice size
REMEDY
1. Contact local natural or propane/LP gas
company
2. Adjust damper wide open and/or have
fireplace and venting professionally
cleaned and checked
3. Separate the logs to allow more flame
passage
4. Remove any foreign items from the flame
pattern and/or check for proper orifice
sizing
5. Preheat flue in very cold weather
1. Relieve any tight bends or kinks in gas
supply line
2. Check/reset gas regulator pressure
(see Figure 10, page 8)
1. Check for proper gas supply pressure
2. Free burner orifice and manifold ports of
any burrs, paint, or other blockage
3. Verify proper burner orifice sizing (see
Figure 2, page 5)
When ignitor button is pressed, there is no
spark at pilot
1. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor
cable
2. Ignitor cable pinched or wet
3. Bad ground on piezo ignitor
4. Broken ignitor cable
5. Bad piezo ignitor
6. Ignitor electrode broken
7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong
1. Reconnect ignitor cable
2. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal
or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry
3. Scrape away paint on bracket for better
contact with ground on piezo ignitor
4. Replace ignitor cable
5. Replace piezo ignitor
6. Replace electrode
7. Reposition electrode
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OBSERVED PROBLEM
When ignitor button is pressed, there is
spark at pilot but no ignition
Pilot lights but flame goes out when control
knob is released
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Gas supply turned off or equipment
shutoff valve closed
2. Control knob not in PILOT position
3. Control knob not pressed in while in
PILOT position
4. Air in gas lines when installed
5. Pilot adjustment screw closed
6. Pilot is clogged
7. Low gas pressure
1. Control knob not fully pressed in
2. Control knob not pressed in long enough
3. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open
4. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple,
which allows thermocouple to cool, causing pilot flame to go out. This problem
could be caused by one or both of the
following:
A) Low gas pressure
B) Dirty or partially clogged pilot
5. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve
6. Thermocouple damaged
7. Control valve damaged
REMEDY
1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment
shutoff valve
2. Turn control knob to PILOT position
3. Press in control knob while in PILOT
position
4. Continue holding down control knob. Repeat igniting operation until air is removed
5. Adjust pilot flame for approximately 2"
blue flame
6. Clean pilot (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 11) or replace pilot assembly
7. Replace gas control
1. Press in control knob fully
2. After pilot lights, keep control knob
pressed in 30 seconds
3. Fully open equipment shutoff valve
4.
A) Contact local natural gas company
B) Clean pilot (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 11) or replace pilot assembly
5. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4
turn more
6. Replace thermocouple
7. Replace control valve
Burner does not light after pilot is lit
Delayed ignition burner
1. Burner orifice clogged
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low
3. Burner orifice diameter is too small
4.
Thermocouple leads disconnected or improperly connected
1. Pilot flame needs adjusting
2. Wrong pilot orifice
1. Clean burner orifice
2. Contact local natural or propane/LP gas
company
3. Replace burner orifice
4. Reconnect leads
1. Adjust pilot flame for approximately 2"
blue flame
2. Replace pilot orifice set
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TROUBLESHOOTING Continued
WARNING: If you smell gas
• Shut off gas supply.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Leave the building immediately
• 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.
IMPORTANT: Operating log set where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke,
cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors. These odors
will disappear over time.
OBSERVED PROBLEM
Log set produces a clicking/ticking noise
just after burner is lit or shut off
Log set produces unwanted odors
Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF
position
Gas odor during combustion
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling
1. Log Set burning vapors from paint, hair
spray, glues, cleaners, chemicals, new
carpet, etc. (See IMPORTANT statement
above)
2. Gas leak. See Warning statement at top
of page
1. Gas leak. See Warning statement at top
of page
2. Control valve defective
1. Gas leak. See Warning statement at top
of page
REMEDY
1. This is normal with most log sets. If noise
is excessive, contact qualified service
person
1. Open flue to maximum. Stop using odor
causing products while log set is running
2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Checking
Gas Connections, page 7)
1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Checking
Gas Connections, page 7)
2. Replace control valve
1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Checking
Gas Connections, page 7)
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SERVICE HINTS
ACCESSORIES
When Gas Pressure is Too Low
• pilot will not stay lit
• burners will have delayed ignition
• heater will not produce specified heat
• propane/LP gas supply may be low
You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so, contact your local
natural gas supplier.
TECHNICAL SERVICE
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact our web site at Superiorfireplaces.US.com
Please have your model and serial numbers of your appliance ready.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
See Pages 16 to 18 for a complete replacement parts list. Use only
parts supplied from the manufacturer.
Normally, all parts should be ordered through your IHP distributor
or dealer. Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order.
When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:
1. The model number of the appliance.
2. The serial number of the appliance.
3. The part number.
4. The description of the part.
5. The quantity required.
6. The installation date of the appliance.
If you encounter any problems or have any questions concerning the
installation or application of this fireplace, please contact your dealer.
Purchase these accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply
these accessories contact our website at Superiorfireplaces.US.com for
information.
ASH BED MATERIAL
(VERMICULITE) - GA9750A
For all models. Carton of 6.
GLOWING EMBERS - GA9950A
For all models. Use for firebox decoration only.
SILICA SAND - GA9850A
For all models. Use for firebox decoration only. Carton of 6.
LAVA ROCK - GA6067A
For all models. Use for firebox decoration only.
DECORATIVE ASH BED CONTROL COVER CDABKA
For all models. An attractive way to cover control knob and piezo
ignitor.
6" EXTENSION ROD - 901080-03
For all models. Use as replacement for 3" extension rod provided
with log set.
PINE CONES - GA9650A
For all models. Use for additional decoration only. (3 pine cones per
box).
PILOT ADAPTOR KIT - GA9152
For all models. Allows conversion from natural gas to propane/LP
gas. Also includes everything you need to mount controls for log set
under firebox refractory.
IHP
1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108
Nashville, TN 37210
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2
14
8
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25
15
16
13
20
21
18
24
19
6
4
17
22
23
10
7
5
5
9
9
11
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MODELS FVSA18M, FVSA24M, FVDA18M, FVDA24M AND FVDA30M
MODEL CATALOG NO.
FVSA18M F0221
FVSA24M F0223
FVDA18M F0215
FVDA24M F0217
FVDA30M F0219
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on
page 15 of this manual.
KEY
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
FVSA18M
F0221
FVSA24M
F0223
FVDA18M
F0215
FVDA24M
F0217
FVDA30M
F0219 QTY.
1 14325 Brass 3/8 FLR x 1/2 FPT • • • • • 1
2 14528 Brass 3/8 FLR x 3/8 MPT Elbow • • • • • 1
3 901066-01 Brass Air Mixer - Natural Gas • • • • • 1
4 901064-07 Natural Gas Injector • • 1
901064-02 Natural Gas Injector • 1
901064-08 Natural Gas Injector • 1
901064-04 Natural Gas Injector • 1
5 901208-01 Burner Manifold • 1
901208-02 Burner Manifold • 1
901209-01 Burner Manifold • 1
901209-02 Burner Manifold • 1
901209-03 Burner Manifold • 1
6 901136-01 Burner Pan • 1
901136-02 Burner Pan • 1
901137-01 Burner Pan • 1
901137-02 Burner Pan • 1
901137-03 Burner Pan • 1
7 901242-01 Damper Clamp - Std. Assembly • • • • • 1
8 901232-01 Gas Line - 12" Aluminum • • • • • 1
9 901430-01 Grate Steps • • 2
901431-01 Grate Steps • • • 2
10 901243-01 Log Grate • 1
901243-02 Log Grate • 1
901246-01 Log Grate • 1
901246-02 Log Grate • 1
901246-03 Log Grate • 1
11 901681-01 Burner Strap • • • 1
12 901078-01 Nut #8/32 • • • 1
13 901076-01 Screw #8/32 x 3/8 • • • 1
14 901082-01 Regulator • • • • • 1
15 901066-02 Propane/LP Brass Air Mixer • • • • • 1
16 901065-06 Propane/LP Brass Orifice • 1
901065-05 Propane/LP Brass Orifice • • 1
901065-03 Propane/LP Brass Orifice • 1
901065-04 Propane/LP Brass Orifice • 1
17 901075-01 Screw 1/4" #8 “B” pt • • • • • 2
18 901079-01 Pilot Valve Control Dial • • • • • 1
19 901080-01 Pilot Valve Dial Extension 3" • • • • • 1
20 097159-04 Piezo Igniter • • • • • 1
21 901068-02 Manual Valve • • • • • 1
22 901069-03 Pilot Burner (with natural gas orifice) • • • • • 1
23 901072-01 Piezo Igniter Electrode • • • • • 1
24 901140-01 Steel Shroud • • • • • 1
25 901042-01 Control Dial Instructions • • • • • 1
26 14264 Brass 3/8 FLR x 3/8 MPT Elbow • • • • • 1
27 901070-01 Propane/LP Pilot Burner Orifice • • • • • 1
PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN
901156-01 0.5# Bag Embers • • • • • 1
901155-01 1.5# Bag Ash Bed Material (Vermiculite) • • • • • 1
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2
7
8
6
5
3
15
12
1
14
13
10
11
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PARTS
This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on
page 15 of this manual.
ARLINGTON ROUND OAK LOG
MODELS FSLR18, FSLR24
MANCHESTER SPLIT OAK LOG MODELS
FDLCR18, FDLCR24 AND FDLCR30
8
4
7
6
3
5
1
9
2
KEY
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 901565-03 Bottom Rear Log • 1
FSLR18
F0213
FSLR18
F0214
FDLCR18
F0210
FDLCR24
F0211
FDLCR30
F0212 QTY.
901566-03 Bottom Rear Log • 1
901567-03 Bottom Rear Log • 1
2 901656-01 Bottom Front Log, Rt • 1
901657-01 Bottom Front Log, Rt • 1
901658-01 Bottom Front Log, Rt • 1
3 901666-01 Bottom Front Log, Lt • 1
901667-01 Bottom Front Log, Lt • 1
901668-01 Bottom Front Log, Lt • 1
4 901619-01 FS-12Y Top Log • • • 1
5 901617-01 FS-16 Top Log • • • 1
6 901612-01 FS-17 Top Log • • • 1
7 901620-02 FR12L Top Log • • • 1
8 901614-01 FS15 Top Log • • 1
9 901623-02 FR14 Top Log • 1
10 901625-01 Bottom Rear Log • 1
901626-01 Bottom Rear Log • 1
11 901635-01 Bottom Front Log • 1
901636-01 Bottom Front Log • 1
12 901620-01 FR12L Top Log • • 1
13 901622-01 FR11 Top Log • • 1
14 901547-01 CPR11 Top Log • 1
15 901623-01 FR14 Top Log • • 1
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Innovative Hearth Products
®
Superior
Brand Gas Log Set
Limited Three Year Warranty
THE WARRANTY
Innovative Hearth Products Limited Three Year Warranty ("IHP") warrants your Superior® brand Gas Log Set ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship
at the time of manufacture. The logs and grate carry the Limited Three Year Warranty. After installation, if covered components manufactured by IHP are found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the Limited Three Year Warranty period and while the Product remains at the site of the original installation, IHP will, at its option,
repair or replace the covered components. If repair or replacement is not commercially practical, IHP will, at its option, refund the purchase price or wholesale price of the
IHP product, whichever is applicable. IHP will also pay IHP prevailing labor rates, as determined in its sole discretion, incurred in repairing or replacing such components.
THERE ARE EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS to this Limited Three Year Warranty as described herein.
COVERAGE COMMENCEMENT DATE
Warranty coverage begins on the date of purchase. In the case of new home construction, warranty coverage begins on the date of fi rst occupancy of the dwelling or six
months after the sale of the Product by an independent IHP dealer, whichever occurs earlier. The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of
product shipment from IHP, regardless of the installation or occupancy date.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This Limited Three Year Warranty applies only if the Product is installed in the United States or Canada and only if operated and maintained in accordance with the printed
instructions accompanying the Product and in compliance with all applicable installation and building codes and good trade practices.
This warranty is non-transferable and extends to the original owner only. The Product must be purchased through a listed supplier of IHP and proof of purchase must be
provided. The following do not carry the Limited Three Year Warranty but are warranted as follows:
Gas components – Repair or replacement for one year from the date of installation.
Remote control – Repair or replacement for one year from the date of installation.
Labor coverage – Prevailing IHP labor rates apply for the warranty period of the component.
Parts not otherwise listed carry a 90 day warranty from the date of installation.
Whenever practicable, IHP will provide replacement parts, if available, for a period of 10 years from the last date of manufacture of the product.
IHP will not be responsible for: (a) damages caused by normal wear and tear, accident, riot, fi re, fl ood or acts of God; (b) damages caused by abuse, negligence, misuse, or
unauthorized alteration or repair of the Product affecting its stability or performance (The Product must be subjected to normal use. The Product is designed to burn either
natural or propane gas only. Burning conventional fuels such as wood, coal or any other solid fuel will cause damage to the Product, will produce excessive temperatures
and could result in a fi re hazard.); (c) damages caused by failing to provide proper maintenance and service in accordance with the instructions provided with the Product;
(d) damages, repairs or ineffi ciency resulting from faulty installation or application of the Product.
This Limited Three Year Warranty covers only parts and labor as provided herein. In no case shall IHP be responsible for materials, components or construction which are
not manufactured or supplied by IHP or for the labor necessary to install, repair or remove such materials, components or construction. Additional utility bills incurred due to
any malfunction or defect in equipment are not covered by this warranty. All replacement or repair components will be shipped F.O.B. from the nearest stocking IHP factory.
LIMITATION ON LIABILITY
It is expressly agreed and understood that IHP’s sole obligation and the purchaser’s exclusive remedy under this warranty, under any other warranty, expressed or implied,
or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair, or refund, as specifi ed herein.
In no event shall IHP be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the Product, whether such damage occurs or is discovered before or after
replacement or repair, and whether such damage is caused by IHP’s negligence. IHP has not made and does not make any representation or warranty of fi tness for a particular
use or purpose, and there is no implied condition of fi tness for a particular use or purpose.
IHP makes no expressed warranties except as stated in this Limited Three Year Warranty. The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the duration of this expressed
warranty.
No one is authorized to change this Limited Three Year Warranty or to create for IHP any other obligation or liability in connection with the Product. Some states and
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. The provisions of
this Limited Three Year Warranty are in addition to and not a modifi cation of or subtraction from any statutory warranties and other rights and remedies provided by law.
INVESTIGATION OF CLAIMS AGAINST WARRANTY
IHP reserves the right to investigate any and all claims against this Limited Three Year Warranty and to decide, in its sole discretion, upon the method of settlement.
To receive the benefi ts and advantages described in this Limited Three Year Warranty, the appliance must be installed and repaired by a licensed contractor approved by IHP.
Contact IHP at the address provided herein to obtain a listing of approved dealers/distributors. IHP shall in no event be responsible for any warranty work done by a
contractor that is not approved without fi rst obtaining LHP's prior written consent.
HOW TO REGISTER A CLAIM AGAINST WARRANTY
In order for any claim under this warranty to be valid, you must contact the IHP dealer/distributor from which you purchased the product. If you cannot locate the dealer/
distributor, then you must notify IHP in writing. IHP must be notifi ed of the claimed defect in writing within 90 days of the date of failure. Notices should be directed to the
IHP Warranty Department at 1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108; Nashville, TN 37210 or visit our website at WWW.SUPERIORFIREPLACES.US.COM.
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Record the following important information about your fireplace:
Appliance model number
Appliance serial number
Date appliance was Installed
Type of gas appliance uses
Dealer name
Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in
design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products.
Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information.
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