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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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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Btu/Hr Input
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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