Superior SLBV-40NE, SLBV-35NE, SLBV-35NM, SLBV-35PM, SLBV-40PM User Manual
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P/N 506009-02 Rev. B 06/2011
AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de bien suivre les
instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d’incindie ou d’explosion ou pour
éviter tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result, causing property damage, personal injury,
or death.
WARNING /AVERTISSEMENT/AVISO
• HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE
BURNS.
• DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
• UNE SURFACE VITRÉE CHAUDE
PEUT CAUSER DES BRÛLURES.
• LAISSER REFROIDIR LA SURFACE
VITRÉE AVANT D'Y TOUCHER.
• NE PERMETTEZ JAMAIS À UN ENFANT
DE TOUCHER LA SURFACE VITRÉE.
• EL VIDRIO CALIENTE
CAUSARÁ QUEMADURAS.
• USTED DEBE NUNCA
TOCAR EL VIDRIO CALIENTE.
• LOS NIÑOS DEBEN NUNCA
TOCAR EL VIDRIO.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
- Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres vapeurs
ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil
ou de tout autre appareil.
- QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :
• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir des
téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment où vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis
un voisin. Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,
appelez le service des incindies.
- L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par un
installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié ou par le
fournisseur de gaz.
This manual is one of a set of two supporting this product.
Refer to P/N 506010-02 for Care and Operation Instructions.
Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement
en faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 506223-19.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
INSTALLATEUR : Laissez cette notice avec l'appareil.
CONSOMMATEUR : Conservez cette notice pour
consultation ultérieure.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
B-Vent Gas Fireplaces
SLBV 35/40 Models
MODELS
SLBV-35NM
SLBV-35PM
ITS Report No. 100017854
Please read and understand these instructions
MILLIVOLT:
SLBV-40NM
SLBV-40PM
BEFORE starting installation.
ELECTRONIC:
SLBV-35NE
SLBV-40NE
SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Packaging .........................................Page 2
Introduction ......................................Page 2
General Information ..........................Page 2
Gas Pressure Requirements ..............Page 4
Orifice Sizes ......................................Page 4
Gas Valve Diagrams ..........................Page 4
Requirements for the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts .......................Page 4
New York City Approval .....................Page 4
Cold Climate Insulation .....................Page 5
Location ............................................ Page 5
Vent Termination Clearances:
Multiple Terminations.....................Page 6
Gas Vent Rule ................................Page 6
Minimum Clearances to Combustibles:
Appliance and Vent Clearances ......Page 7
Hearth Extension ............................Page 7
Wall Finishes / Surrounds /
Mantels .......................................Page 7
Pre-Installation Steps (Remove
Glass Enclosure Panel) ...............Page 8
Typical Installation Sequence ............Page 8
Detailed Installation Steps:
Step 1. Construct Appliance
Framing ............................Page 8
Fireplace and Framing
Specifications ...................Page 9
Step 2. Route the Gas Line ..............Page 11
Step 3. Install Venting System and
Exterior Termination .........Page 11
Step 4. Install Field Wiring ..............Page 12
Wiring Diagrams .................Page 13
Step 5. [Optional] Install Outside
Combustion Air Kit ............Page 14
Installation Accessories ......Page 14
Step 6. Connect the Gas Line ..........Page 15
Step 7. Verify Appliance
Operation .........................Page 16
Step 8. Install Volcanic Stone, Glowing
Embers, and Logs ........... Page 17
SLBV-35 Log Placement .....Page 18
SLBV-40 Log Placement .....Page 19
Step 9. Install the Glass Enslosure
Panel ...............................Page 20
Step 10. Burner Air Shutter
Adjustments .....................Page 20
Step 11. Perform Spillage Test ..........Page 22
Manually-Reset Safety Limit
Switch ..............................Page 22
Step 12. Install Hood .........................Page 23
Step 13. Finishing Requirements ......Page 23
Step 14.
Warnings ...................................... Page 24
Gas Conversion Kits .........................Page 25
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Attach Safety-in-Operation
PACKAGING
The assembled vented gas replace is packaged
with the following items:
1 - One log set located in rebox area.
2 - One envelope containing the literature
package which consists of the care and
operations manual, installation instructions, safety-in-operation warning labels
and warranty; envelope is located in the
control compartment.
3 - One hood located behind the glass enclo-
sure panel assembly.
4 - One bag of decorative volcanic stone located
in the lower control compartment.
5 - One bag of glowing embers located in the
lower control compartment.
INTRODUCTION
The Millivolt appliances have a millivolt gas
control valve with piezo ignition system.
The Electronic appliances have a battery
backed-up electronic intermittent pilot ignition
system. No external electrical power is required
to operate these appliances; however, 120V
AC is recommended (see Step 4, “Install Field
Wiring,” on Page 12).
Use Only These Approved Vent Components:
These vented gas fireplaces are designed for
residential applications. They must be installed
with approved Type-B double-wall vent pipe
systems and a listed vent termination routed
to the outside atmosphere. Use only the proper
size listed below.
• 4" B-Vent for 35" models and 5" B-Vent for
40" models.
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
B-Vent appliances are
not designed to operate
in negatively pressured
environments (pressure within
the home is less than pressures
outside). Significant negatively
pressured environments caused
by weather, home design, or
other devices may impact the
operation of these appliances.
Negative pressures may result
in poor flame appearance,
sooting, damage to property
and/or severe personal
injury. Do not operate these
appliances in negatively
pressured environments.
WARNING
Young children should be carefully supervised when they are
in the same room as the appliance. Toddlers, young children
and others may be susceptible
to accidental contact burns.
A physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk
individuals in the house. To
restrict access to a fireplace
or stove, install an adjustable
safety gate to keep toddlers,
young children and other at
risk individuals out of the room
and away from hot surfaces.
AVERTISSEMENT
Les jeunes enfants devraient être
surveillés étroitement lorsqu’ils
se trouvent dans la même pièce
que l’appareil. Les tout petits,
les jeunes enfants ou les adultes
peuvent subir des brûlures s’ils
viennent en contact avec la surface chaude. Il est recommandé
d’installer une barrière physique
si des personnes à risques habitent la maison. Pour empêcher
l’accès à un foyer ou à un poêle,
installez une barrière de sécurité; cette mesure empêchera les
tout petits, les jeunes enfants et
toute autre personne à risque
d’avoir accès à la pièce et aux
surfaces chaudes.
Children and adults should be alerted to
the hazards of high surface temperature
and should stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
Les enfants et les adultes devraient
être infor-més des dangers que posent
les températures de surface élevées
et se tenir à distance afin d’éviter des
brûlures ou que leurs vêtements ne
s’enflamment.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ALTER OR
MODIFY THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
APPLIANCE OR ITS COMPONENTS. ANY
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION MAY
VOID THE WARRANTY, CERTIFICATION,
AND LISTINGS OF THIS UNIT.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
(continued)
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury
or property damage. Refer to
this manual. For assistance or
additional information consult
a qualied installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING
Failure to comply with these
installation instructions will
result in an improperly installed
and operating appliance, voiding its warranty. Any change to
this appliance and/or its operating controls is dangerous.
WARNING
Clothing or other ammable
material should not be placed
on or near the appliance.
AVERTISSEMENT
On ne devrait pas placer de
vêtements ni d’autres matières
inammables sur l’appareil ni à
proximité.
WARNING
Any safety screen or guard
removed for servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to
operating the appliance.
AVERTISSEMENT
Tout écran ou protecteur retiré
pour permettre l’entretien de
l’appareil doit être remis en
place avant de mettre l’appareil
en marche.
WARNING
Improper installation or use
of this appliance can cause
serious injury or death from
re, burns, explosion or
carbon monoxide poisoning.
Note: Installation and repair should be done
by a qualified service person. The appliance
should be inspected before use and at least
annually by a professional service person.
More frequent cleaning may be required due
to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding
material, etcetera. It is imperative that control
compartments, burners and circulating air
passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
Remarque : L’installation et la réparation devrait être confiées à un technicien
qualifié. L’appareil devrait faire l’objet
d’une inspection par un technicien professionnel avant d’être utilisé et au moins
une fois l’an par la suite. Des nettoyages
plus fréquents peuvent être nécessaires si
les tapis, la literie, et cetera produisent
une quantité importante de pous-sière.
Il est essentiel que les compartiments
abritant les commandes, les brûleurs
et les conduits de circulation d’air de
l’appareil soient tenus propres.
Do not use these appliances if any part
has been under water. Immediately call a
qualified, professional service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace
any parts of the control system and any
gas control which have been under water.
Ne pas utiliser cet appareil s’il a été
plongé, même partiellement, dans
l’eau. Appeler un technicien qualifié
pour inspecter l’appareil et remplacer
toute partie du système de commande
et toute commande qui a été plongée
dans l’eau.
Only trim kit(s) supplied by the manufacturer
shall be used in the installation of this appliance.
Seules les trousses de garniture fournies
par le fabricant doivent être utilisées pour
l’installation de cet appareil.
These appliances comply with National Safety
Standards and are tested and listed by ITS
(Report No. 100017854) to ANSI Z21.50 (in
Canada, CSA-2.22) and to CAN/CGA-2.17-M91
in both USA and Canada (latest editions at time
of manual publication) as vented gas replaces.
Both millivolt and electronic versions of
these appliances are listed by ITS for installation in bedrooms in the United States (not
approved in Canada).
These appliances must not be connected to a
chimney or flue serving a separate solid fuel
burning appliance.
Installation must conform to local codes, or, in
the absence of local codes, with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 (latest
edition), or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CAN/CSA B149.1 (latest edition).
The appliance, when installed, must be electri-
cally grounded and wired in accordance with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
the USA National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 (latest edition) or, in Canada, the Canadian
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 (latest edition).
Provide adequate clearances around air open-
ings and adequate accessibility clearance for
service and proper operation. Never obstruct
the front opening of the appliance.
These appliances are designed to operate on
natural or propane gas only. The use of other
fuels or combination of fuels will degrade
the performance of this system and may be
dangerous.
These fireplaces are designed as supplemental
heaters; therefore, it is advisable to have an
alternate primary heat source when installed
in a dwelling.
MILLIVOLT MODELS: The millivolt appliances
are manually controlled and feature a spark
igniter (piezo) that allows the appliance's pilot
gas to be lit without the use of matches or batteries. This system provides continued service
in the event of a power outage.
ELECTRONIC MODELS: The electronic appliances are manually controlled and feature an
electronic intermittent pilot ignition system.
External electrical power is required to operate
these units.
ALL MODELS: Both millivolt and electronic
models come standard with a manuallymodulated gas valve; flame appearance and
heat output can be controlled at the gas valve.
BTU input rates for all models are listed in
Table 1, below.
Input (BTU/hr) Manually-Modulated
Gas Valves (all models)
Models
SLBV-35
SLBV-40
Table 1
Input Rate (BTU / HR)
Nat. Gas Prop. Gas
17,000 high
13,000 low
22,000 high
17,000 low
17,000 high
14,000 low
20,000 high
15,500 low
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GAS PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS
(All Models)
Tables 2 and 3 show the appliances' inlet and
manifold gas pressure requirements:
Inlet Gas Supply Pressure
(All models)
Fuel # Minimum Maximum
Natural Gas
Propane
4.5" WC
(1.12 kPa)
11.0" WC
(2.74 kPa)
Table 2
Manifold Gas Supply Pressure
(All models)
Fuel # Low High
Natural
Gas
Propane
(Lo) 2.2" WC
(0.55 kPa)
(Lo) 6.3" WC
(1.57 kPa)
Table 3
Test gauge connections are provided on the
front of the gas control valve, identied IN for
the inlet and OUT for the manifold side (see
Figures 1 and 2).
Propane tanks are at pressures that will cause
damage to valve components. Verify that the
tanks have step-down regulators to reduce the
pressure to safe levels.
These appliances must be isolated
from the gas supply piping system (by
closing their individual manual shut-off
valve) during any pressure testing of
the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig
(3.5 kPa).
These appliances and their individual
shut-off valves must be disconnected
from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of that
system at pressures greater than 1/2
psig (3.5 kPa).
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10.5" WC
(2.61 kPa)
13.0" WC
(3.23 kPa)
(Hi) 3.5" WC
(0.87 kPa)
(Hi) 10.0" WC
(2.49 kPa)
ORIFICE SIZES
Sea Level to High Altitude
(All Models)
These appliances are tested and approved for
installation at elevations of 0–4500 feet (0–1372
meters) above sea level using the standard
burner orice sizes (marked with an asterisk
(*) in Table 4, below).
For elevations above 4500 feet, contact your
gas supplier or a qualified service technician.
Deration
At higher elevations, the amount of BTU fuel
value delivered must be reduced by either:
• using gas that has been derated by the gas
company,
• changing the burner orice to a smaller size
as regulated by the local authorities having
jurisdiction and by the (USA) National Fuel Gas
Code NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or,
in Canada, the CAN/CSA-B149.1 codes - latest
edition.
Install the appliance according to the regulations
of the local authorities having jurisdiction and,
in the USA, the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA
54 / ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or, in Canada,
the CAN/CSA-B149.1 - latest edition.
NOTE: Flame appearance will diminish
4% per thousand feet of altitude.
Burner Orifice Sizes
Elevation 0-4500 feet ( 0-1372 meters)
Model
Series
SLBV-35
SLBV-40
Table 4
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
Nat.Gas
drill size (inches)
#48 (0.076")*
drill size (inches)
#56 (0.046")*
H1236•
#43 (0.089")*
#55 (0.052")*
99K75•
Standard size installed at factory.
*
• Part /Catalog Number.
Propane
62L37•
19L52•
GAS VALVE DIAGRAMS
See Figure 1 for millivolt models and Figure 2
for electronic models.
Main Gas Control Knob
OFF/PILOT/ON
N
O
T
O
it
L
I
P
O
F
F
OUT
IN
Manifold Pressure Tap
Inlet Pressure Tap
Pilot Adjustment
P
W
O
L
H
I
HI/LO Variable
Flame Height
Adjustment
Screw
T
O
L
I
HTPTHTPT
Figure 1 - SIT Millivolt Gas Valve
Supply
Gas
Inlet
Pressure-Tap
(Manifold)
IN
PILOT
Pilot Gas
Outlet
Regulator
Mounting Screw
Pressure-Tap
(Inlet)
Burner Stage
Terminal
VENT
OUT
IN
HI
Ground
(TP)
LO
TH
TH
TP
Pilot Stage
Terminal
TP
Figure 2 - Dexen Electronic Gas Valve
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE
COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS
These fireplaces 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.
• Installation and repair must be done by a
plumber or gas tter licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• The exible 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.
NEW YORK CITY APPROVAL
New York City, NY (MEA)
These fireplaces are approved for installation
in New York City in the US state of New York
if the following additional requirement is met:
• An Outside Combustion Air Kit (FOAK-4,
FOAK-4LD, or DK-4) must be installed. See
Step 5 on Page 14.
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COLD CLIMATE INSULATION
For cold climate installations, seal all cracks
around your appliance with noncombustible
material and wherever cold air could enter
the room. It is especially important to insulate
outside chase cavity between studs and under
oor on which appliance rests, if oor is above
ground level. Gas line holes and other openings
should be caulked or stuffed with unfaced
berglass insulation. Check local codes for
additional requirements.
If the replace is being installed on a cement
slab in cold climates, a sheet of plywood or
other raised, insulated platform can be placed
underneath to prevent cold transfer to the
fireplace and into the room. It also may help
to sheetrock the inside surfaces and/or tape
for maximum air tightness.
LOCATION
In selecting the location, the aesthetic and
functional use of the appliance are primary
concerns. However, vent system routing to
the exterior and access to the fuel supply are
also important.
Due to high temperatures, the appliance
should be located out of traffic and away from
furniture and draperies (Figure 3).
En raison des températures élevées,
l’appareil devrait être installé dans un
endroit où il y a peu de circulation et loin
du mobilier et des tentures (Figure 3).
The location should also be free of electrical,
plumbing or other heating/air conditioning
ducting.
These appliances are equipped with an integral combustion air door and actuator arm.
Combustion air kits are optional and must be
installed before removing the securing screw
allowing the movement of the combustion air
actuator arm (see Step 5 on Page 14).
Be aware that this is a heat-producing appliance. Objects placed above the unit are
exposed to elevated temperatures.
The appliance should be mounted on a fully
supported base extending the full width and
depth of the unit. The appliance may be located
on or near conventional construction materials.
However, if installed on combustible materials,
such as carpeting, vinyl tile, etc., a metal or
wood barrier covering the entire bottom surface
must be used.
These appliances may be used for bedroom
installations in the United States and are listed
accordingly. These units may not be installed
in bedrooms in Canada.
Figure 3: Typical Locations
Note: When the unit is installed with one side
flush with a wall, see Figure 5 on Page 7.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
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VENT TERMINATION
CLEARANCES
Multiple Terminations
These appliances may vent adjacent to and at
the same level with any other gas appliances
(including direct vent appliances), provided
there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between the proxi-
mal edges of the vent caps. These appliances
may be vented adjacent to a chimney vent
servicing a solid fuel replace, provided the
B-vent cap is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) away from the
nearest point of the chimney opening.
Gas Vent Rule
Gas vent caps are not permitted within 8 ft (2.4
m) of a vertical wall or similar obstruction. Gas
vent caps that are located 8 ft or more from a
portion of a building that extends at an angle
greater than 45° upward from the horizontal
may terminate in accordance with Figure 4,
provided that any discharge opening on
the cap is NEVER LESS THAN 2 ft (0.6 m)
horizontally from the roof surface (National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54) “Gas
Vent Termination” section) (CAN/CGA B149.1).
Gas Vent Rule
Figure 4
X
12
Roof Pitch is X/12
Minimum Height from Roof to
Lowest Discharge Opening
1" (25 mm)
Minimum
Termination Heights For Vents
Above Flat Or Sloped Roofs
Ref. NFPA 54 / ANSI Z223.1
Roof Pitch * Feet * Meters
Flat to 6/12 1.0 0.3
6/12 to 7/12 1.25 0.38
7/12 to 8/12 1.5 0.46
8/12 to 9/12 2.0 0.61
9/12 to 10/12 2.5 0.76
10/12 to 11/12 3.25 0.99
11/12 to 12/12 4.0 1.22
12/12 to 14/12 5.0 1.52
14/12 to 16/12 6.0 1.83
16/12 to 18/12 7.0 2.13
18/12 to 20/12 7.5 2.29
20/12 to 21/12 8.0 2.44
Table 5
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
5 (127)
8-1/4
(209)
14
(356)
12 (305)
19
(483)
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MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
Appliance and Vent Clearances
The appliance is approved with zero clearance to combustible materials
on all sides (as detailed in Table 6), with the following exception: When
the unit is installed with one side flush with a wall, the wall on the
other side of the unit must not extend beyond the front edge of the
unit (see Figure 5).
MINIMUM CLEARANCES - Inches (millimeters)
Back 0 (0) to Standoffs or Dimples
Sides 0 (0) to Standoffs or Dimples**
Top 3 in (76 mm)
Floor 0 (0)
From Bottom of Unit
to Ceiling
Vent 1 in (25.4 mm)
SERVICE CLEARANCES
Front 3 ft (0.9 m)
Table 6
**Note: See Step 1 on Page 8 for clearance requirements to the nailing
flange located at each side of the unit and any screw heads adjacent to it.
64 in (1626 mm)
At 14" minimum side
wall clearance, a
combustible wall can
project to any length.
At 8-1/4" side
wall clearance, a
combustible wall
can project 12".
o
45
Protected wall
shown in white
Top View of
Fireplace
Combustible Materials
Allowed In Shaded Area
“Safe Zone”
Combustible walls
shown in dark gray.
Combustible materials
may project beyond
one side of the
fireplace opening
as long as they are
kept within the shaded
areas illustrated here.
Inches (millimeters)
Figure 5 - Minimum Distance to Unprotected Side Wall
Mantel Depth
18 (457)
16 (406)
inches (millimeters)
Hearth Extension
A hearth extension is not required with this appliance. If a hearth extension
is used, do not block the lower control compartment door. Any hearth
extension used is for appearance only and does not have to conform to
standard hearth extension installation requirements.
Wall Finishes / Surrounds / Mantels
Note: Combustible wall finish materials and/or surround materials must
not be allowed to encroach the area defined by the appliance front face
(black sheet metal). Never allow combustible materials to be positioned
in front of or overlapping the appliance face (see Figure 5; also see
Figure 30 on Page 23).
Non-combustible materials, such as surrounds and other appliance trim,
may be installed on the appliance face with these exceptions: they must
not cover any portion of the removable glass panel.
Vertical installation clearances to combustible mantels vary according
to the depth of the mantel. See Figure 6. Mantels constructed of non-
combustible materials may be installed at any height above the appliance
opening; however, do not allow anything to hang below the replace hood.
Note: We recommend the use of high-temperature paint (rated 175°F or
higher) on the underside of the mantel.
14 (356)
12 (305)
10 (254)
8 (203)
12
(305)
10
(254)
(203)
6
8
(152)
(102)
2
4
(51)
Figure 6 - Minimum Mantel Clearances
Header
Top of
Appliance
Note - Hood shown
as positioned.
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Top
Standoff
Spacers*
Flush
Nailing
1/2"
Nailing
Flange
5/8"
Nailing
Flange
PRE-INSTALLATION STEPS
(Remove Glass Enclosure Panel)
The appliance is shipped with all gas controls
and components installed and pre-wired.
Note: Remove the glass enclosure panel
before installing the fireplace.
To remove the glass enclosure panel:
1. Remove the shipping carton, and then remove the shipping pad, exposing the front
glass panel.
2. Open the two latches securing the glass
panel (under the rebox oor).
3. Remove the glass panel by tilting it outward
at the bottom and lifting it up.
4. Set aside the glass enclosure panel in a
safe location to protect it from inadvertent
damage.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
SEQUENCE
The typical sequence of installation is outlined
below, with page number references to the
related detailed instructions.
NOTE: Each installation is unique and may
result in variations to these steps.
Step 1. (Pages 8–10) Construct the appliance
framing.
Position the appliance within the
framing and secure with nailing
brackets.
IMPORTANT! Bend up the appropri-
ate top standoff spacers for the
drywall/finish material thickness to
be used (see Figure 7). Bend up the
outer pair for 1/2" ma terials and the
inner pair for 5/8" materials.
Bend up the outer pair for 1/2" ma-
terials and the inner pair for 5/8"
materials.
Bend out the appropriate nailing
flanges for the drywall/finish material
to be used.
Nailing flanges are provided for flush
framing, 1/2 inch and 5/8 inch framing depths (see Figure 7).
Step 2. (Page 11) Route the gas supply line
to the appliance location.
Step 3. (Page 11) Install the vent system and
exterior termination.
Step 4. (Page 12) Install field wiring.
a. Millivolt Appliances: Install the
operating control switch (not factory
provided).
b. Electronic Appliances: Field wire
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and install operating control switch.
Step 5. (Page 14) [OPTIONAL]: Install
outside supplemental combustion
air kit.
Step 6. (Page 15) Make connection to gas
supply.
Step 7. (Page 16) Verify appliance operation.
Step 8. (Page 17) Install the logs, decorative
volcanic stone, and glowing embers.
Step 9. (Page 20) Install the glass enclosure
panel.
Step 10. (Page 20) Adjust burner air shutter
to ensure proper flame appearance.
Step 11. (Page 22) Perform spillage test.
Step 12. (Page 23) Install hood.
Step 13. (Page 23) Complete finished interior
wall.
Step 14. (Page 24) Attach "Safety-in-
Operation" warnings.
DETAILED INSTALLATION STEPS
Step 1. Construct Appliance
Framing
Frame the appliance as illustrated in Figures
8-1 and 8-2. All framing details must allow for
a minimum clearance to combustible framing
members as shown in Table 6, Page 7.
If the appliance is to be elevated above oor
level, a solid continuous platform must be
constructed below the appliance.
Headers may be in direct contact with the appli-
ance top standoff spacers when they are bent
up vertically, maintaining the 3" clearance to
the replace top, but must not be supported
by them or notched to fit around them. All
construction above the appliance must be
self-supporting. DO NOT use the appliance
for structural support.
Secure the fireplace to the side framing mem-
bers using the unit's nailing anges — one top
and bottom on each side of the replace front.
See Figure 7. Use 8d nails or equivalent.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
Header
Spacing
Top
Standoffs
*IMPORTANT!
Bend up the
Top Standoff
Spacers before
installation.
Use outer pair
for 1/2" materials
and inner pair
for 5/8" materials.
Side
Framing
(Left side front corner of fireplace shown.
NOTE: The nailing anges, combustible
members, and screw heads in areas directly
adjacent to the nailing anges are EXEMPT
from the 1/2” clearance to combustible
requirements for the rebox outer wrapper.
Combustible framing may be in direct contact
with the nailing anges and may be located
closer than 1/2” from screw heads and the
rebox wrapper in areas adjacent to the
nailing flanges.
Frame the opening to the exact dimensions
specified in the framing details in this manual.
Figure 7
~
Nailing flanges are
provided at all four
corners at 5/8", 1/2",
and flush settings.
Fireplace secured to framing
by nailing flanges
Right side requirements are the same.)
5/8”
Nailing
Flange
1/2”
Nailing
Flange
Fireplace
Nailing
Flanges
WARNING
Failure to position the parts in
accordance with these diagrams
or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance
may result in property damage or
personal injury.
AVERTISSEMENT
Risque de dommages ou de
blessures si les pièces ne sont
pas installées conformément à
ces schémas et ou si des pièces
autres que celles spécifiquement
approuvées avec cet appareil sont
utilisées.
SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FIREPLACE AND FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE: Diagrams, illustrations and
photographs are not to scale. Product
designs, materials, dimensions,
specifications, colors, and prices are
subject to change or discontinuance
without notice.
Input (BTU/HR) - MV & Electronic
Natural & Propane Gas
Models Input Rate (BTU/hr)
SLBV-35N 17,000
SLBV-35P 17,000
SLBV-40N 22,000
SLBV-40P 20,000
FIREPLACE FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS
Construct framing with 2x4 or larger lumber.
B
C
1/2
A
A
Framing Dimensions
Model No. A B C
SLBV-35
SLBV-40
in. 35-1/4 35-1/4 16
mm 895 895 406
in. 40-1/4 40-1/4 16
mm 1022 1022 406
“C” is the required framing depth dimension
when the finish material (drywall) thickness
is 1/2 in. (13mm).
Figure 8-1
CORNER FRAMING DIMENSIONS
F
D
E
Back wall of chase/enclosure
(including any finishing materials)
Corner Framing Dimensions
Model No. D E F G
SLBV-35
SLBV-40
in. 35-1/4 57-1/2 40-5/8 28-3/4
mm 895 1461 1032 730
in. 40-1/4 61-13/16 48-11/32 30-11/16
mm 1022 1554 1101 779
G
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
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