Valor 1500INO, 1500IPO Installation & Owner's Manual

L1 SERIES

DV ZC Gas Fireplace for Outdoor use

1500INO (NG) & 1500IPO (LPG)

Installation & Owner’s Manual

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A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be
installed for the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.

DANGER

HOT GLASS WILL

CAUSE BURNS.

DO NOT TOUCH GLASS

UNTIL COOLED.

NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN

TO TOUCH GLASS.

INSTALLER

Leave this manual

with the appliance.

CONSUMER

Retain this manual

for future reference.

This manual contains instruc­tions to install the ENGINE

ONLY. A front or trim kit is RE-
QUIRED to install the engine. A

barrier screen is provided with
the front or trim kit. Refer to

the manual supplied with the
front or trim for installation.

! 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

fl ammable 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 fi re department.

— Installation and service must be

performed by a qualifi ed installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.

4005171-03

©2016, Miles Industries Ltd.

! WARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.

! WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property
damage. Read the installation, operating, and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing this equipment.

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, unless a certifi ed kit is used.

Massachusetts: The piping and fi nal

gas connection must be performed by a
licensed plumber or gas fi tter in the State of
Massachusetts. Also, see Carbon Monoxide
Detector requirements on page 13.

Ce guide est disponible en français sur demande.

Designed and Manufactured by

Miles Industries Ltd.

North Vancouver, BC, CANADA

www.valorfi replaces.com

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Table of Contents

FOR THE OWNER FOR THE QUALIFIED INSTALLER

Safety Precautions ................................................. 3

Safety and Your Fireplace ...................................... 4

Owner’s Information ............................................... 5

Operating Your Fireplace for the First Time ............... 5

Cleaning AROUND Your Fireplace ............................6

Cleaning Your Fireplace ............................................6

Checking Pilot and Burner Flames ............................ 8

Replacing Batteries ...................................................8

Locating Lighting, Operation and Rating

Information Card ...........................................................9

Servicing Your Fireplace ............................................9

Operating Your Fireplace ...........................................9

How to Turn Your Fireplace OFF

(including pilot) .....................................................10

How to Ensure Your Fireplace Cannot

Be Turned ON Inadvertently .................................10

Decommission During Off-Season ..........................10

Options .................................................................. 11

Lighting Instructions ............................................ 12

Warranty ................................................................53

The information contained in this installation manual
is believed to be correct at the time of printing. Miles
Industries Ltd. reserves the right to change or modify
any information or specifi cations without notice. Miles
Industries Ltd. grants no warranty, implied or stated,
for the installation or maintenance of your heater,
and assumes no responsibility for any consequential
damage(s).

Commonwealth of Massachusetts......................13

Specifi cations ....................................................... 15

Overview................................................................16

Dimensions ........................................................... 17

Location ................................................................. 18

Mantel & Hearth Clearances ................................20

Framing Requirements ........................................22

Venting ...................................................................26

Co-axial Venting....................................................27

Installation Planning ............................................32

Installation ............................................................. 32

Unpack Appliance .................................................... 32

Fit Standoffs ............................................................32

Remove Heat Shield ................................................33

Convert from Top to Rear Outlet (if required) ..........33

Fit Appliance into Framing ....................................... 33

Plan Wall Finish ....................................................... 34

Remove Window .....................................................35

Set-up Gas Supply ..................................................36

Install Liners ............................................................37

Install Driftwood Kit 1505DWK ................................38

Install Decorative Glass Murano 1500DGM ............40

Install Decorative Glass Set 1500DGS ....................42

Install Rocks & Shale Set 1514RSS ........................ 44

Refi t Window ........................................................... 46

Install Remote Battery and Wall Switch

Kit RBWSK (required) ........................................... 47

Check Operation ......................................................49

Set Aeration (if necessary) ......................................49

Install Trim and Barrier Screen ................................ 49

Wiring Diagram .....................................................50

Approved Venting Components .......................... 51

Warranty ................................................................53

Spare Parts............................................................54

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Warranty Card

at the back of

this manual.

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Safety Precautions

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READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully

before starting the installation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
these installation instructions may result in possible fi re
hazard and will void the warranty.

Prior to the fi rst fi ring of the fi replace, READ the
Owner’s Information section of this manual.

DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately, CALL a qualifi ed service technician
to inspect the unit and to replace any part of the control
system and any gas control that has been under water.

THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.

Installation and repair should be PERFORMED by a
qualifi ed service person. The appliance and venting
system should be INSPECTED before initial use and at
least annually by a professional service person. More
frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive
lint from carpeting, bedding, etc. It is IMPERATIVE that
the unit’s control compartment, burner, and circulating
air passageways BE KEPT CLEAN to provide for
adequate combustion and ventilation air.

Always KEEP the appliance clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline, and other fl ammable
vapors and liquids.

NEVER OBSTRUCT the fl ow of combustion and
ventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance CLEAR
of all obstacles and materials for servicing and proper
operation.

This unit MUST be used with a vent system as
described in this installation manual. NO OTHER vent
system or components MAY BE USED.

This gas fi replace and vent assembly MUST be vented
directly to the outside and MUST NEVER be attached
to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning
appliance. Each gas appliance MUST USE a separate
vent system. Common vent systems are PROHIBITED.

INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis to
make sure that no debris, plants, trees, shrubs are
interfering with the air fl ow.

TURN OFF the gas before servicing this appliance.
It is recommended that a qualifi ed service technician
perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of each
heating season.

DO NOT use this heater as a temporary source of heat
during construction.

State of California. Proposition 65 Warning. Fuels
used in gas, wood-burning or oil fi red appliances,
and the products of combustion of such fuels, contain
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6.

Due to the high temperature, the appliance should be
LOCATED out of traffi c areas and away from furniture
and draperies.

Clothing or fl ammable material SHOULD NOT BE
PLACED on or near the appliance.

This appliance is a DOMESTIC ROOM-HEATING AP-
PLIANCE. It must not be used for any other purposes
such as drying clothes, etc.

DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible
household objects within 36” of the fi replace front.

BE CAREFUL not to put any decorating objects
sensitive to heat to close above or around the fi replace
as it gets very hot when operating.

The glass door assembly MUST be in place and sealed
before the unit can be placed into safe operation.

DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass door
removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of the glass
door should be performed by a licensed or qualifi ed
service person. DO NOT strike or slam the glass door.

The glass door assembly SHALL ONLY be replaced
as a complete unit, as supplied by the fi replace
manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE material may be used.

DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door
assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass door
when it is hot.

A BARRIER DESIGNED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
BURNS from the hot viewing glass is provided with
this appliance and SHALL BE INSTALLED for the

PROTECTION OF CHILDREN and other AT-RISK
INDIVIDUALS.

If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier SHALL BE
REPLACED with the MANUFACTURER’S BARRIER

for this appliance.

Any safety screen, guard or barrier removed for ser­vicing the appliance, MUST BE REPLACED prior to
operating the appliance.

Children and adults should be ALERTED to the hazards
of high surface temperature and should STAY AWAY to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.

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 fi replace
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.

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Safety and Your Fireplace

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Safety and Your Fireplace

Please Read and Carefully Follow all Safety Warnings and
Operating Instructions Contained in Your Owner’s Manual

(Replacement Manuals are available by contacting our service department at
1-800-468-2567 or visit www.valorfi replaces.com).

Please Follow These Important
Child Safety Precautions and
Recommendations,

• Parts of your Valor Fireplace become

extremely hot while in operation.

• The glass viewing window

temperature can
exceed 500 F

at full capacity.
Momentary contact
with a hot glass
surface can cause
a severe burn, even if the fi replace
is operating at reduced heating
capacity.

• The glass window will remain hot

for an extended period of time after
the fi replace has been turned off.
Ensure that children are prevented
from touching the fi replace during the
cool down period.

• Toddlers and Young Children

must be closely supervised at all
times when they are in the same

area as the operating fi replace. They
lack full awareness of danger and
rely on your protection. Toddlers, in

particular, do not have the motor skills
and response refl exes to withdraw in
the event of accidental contact with a
hot surface.

• A physical barrier is strongly

recommended if there are young
children, or at-risk individuals in the
house. Install an approved after­market safety gate to keep toddlers,
young children and other at-risk
individuals a safe distance from the
fi replace.

• Ensure that the fi replace, including

the pilot light, is completely turned
off when children are present and

close supervision and safety barriers
are not available—see pages 9–10

of Owner’s Information section.

• If the fi replace is not going to be

used for any extended period of time,
remove the batteries from the
battery holder. It is recommended
that batteries are replaced annually in
any event—see pages 8–9.

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Owner’s Information

• • Some materials or items, although safe, may
discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and so on
because of the heat produced by the fi replace.

AVOID PLACING

candles, paintings, photos,

and other items

SENSITIVE TO HEAT

OWNER’S
INFORMATION

WARNING

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EXTREMELY HOT!!!

• READ the SAFETY information on pages
3 and 4 of this manual BEFORE operating
your gas heater.

• Some parts of your fi replace are EXTREMELY
HOT, particularly the GLASS window.

• DO NOT LET CHILDREN touch the glass or
any parts of your fi replace even after it is
turned off as it is still hot.

• USE THE BARRIER SCREEN provided with
the trim or a GATE to reduce the risk of severe
burns.

• HOT WALL SURFACES! The wall directly above
the fi replace is VERY HOT when the fi replace
heats. It is constructed of non-combustible
materials and although safe, it may reach
temperatures in excess of 250º F depending
on choice of trims. DO NOT TOUCH IT!

Some materials or items, although safe, may
discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and so on
because of the heat produced by the fi replace.

AVOID PLACING

and other items
36 inches (0.9 m) around the fi replace.

• Solid wood fl ooring in front of the fi replace (if
allowed) may shrink during the heating season
due to heat.

Performance of LPG appliances may be affected
by the quality of commercial gas supplied in
your area.

candles, paintings, photos,

SENSITIVE TO HEAT within

Fireplace

Hearth

Do not put

furniture or other objects

in this space in front of

the replace:

36” (0.9 m)

Thank You ...

For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new
radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must
be installed by a qualifi ed dealer. Each Valor fi replace
is fully tested during the production process for your
safety and comfort.
Your unit has been professionally installed by:

Dealer Name: ________________________________

Phone Number :_______________________________

Should you encounter an operational problem, call
your dealer immediately.

Do not try to repair the unit as you may cause an
injury or damage the fi replace.

This manual and particularly the preceeding
and following pages contain very important
information regarding the safe operation of your
fi replace as well as maintenance instructions.

Read carefully BEFORE operating your fi replace
and pay special attention to the SAFETY
WARNINGS.

A heating gas appliance does require safe handling
and for this reason, we very strongly recommend that
no children be allowed to touch the fi replace and its
controls at all times. Do install a screen or barrier

in front of the fi replace to protect your children
against severe burns.

Operating Your Fireplace for the First
Time

When operating your new fi replace for the fi rst time,
some vapors may be released due to the burning of
curing compounds used in the manufacture of the
appliance. They may cause a slight odor and could
cause the fl ames to be the full height of the fi rebox, or
even slightly higher, for the fi rst few hours of operation.

It is also possible that these vapors could set off any
smoke detection alarms in the immediate vicinity.
These vapors are quite normal on new appliances. We
recommend opening a window to vent the room. After
a few hours use, the vapors will have disappeared and
the fl ames will be at their normal height.

Flame Supervision Device

For your safety, this appliance is fi tted with a fl ame
supervision device which will shut-off the gas supply
if, for any reason, the pilot fl ame goes out. This device
incorporates a fi xed probe, which senses the heat
from the pilot fl ame. If the probe is cool, the device will
prevent any gas fl ow unless manually lighting the pilot.
See full lighting instructions on page 12 of this manual.

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OWNER’S
INFORMATION

Owner’s Information

Cleaning AROUND Your Fireplace

Your Valor outdoor gas fi replace will tolerate moderate
amounts of water on an occasional basis but is not
designed to be waterproof.

CAUTION

Be careful when using a hose or pressure washing
to clean the areas around the fi replace.

NEVER SPRAY WATER DIRECTLY AT THE
FIREPLACE!

Ensure the fi replace is turned off - including pilot -
before performing any cleaning around it. Use plastic
sheeting to protect the fi replace front and trim from
direct spray while cleaning. Ensure all plastic is
removed before operating fi replace.

Cleaning Your Fireplace

WARNING

!

DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT!

Let the fi replace cool fi rst before cleaning it.

Important - Glass cleaning - Mineral deposits

One of the by-products of the combustion process in
a gas appliance is a mineral which can show up as a
white fi lm on the ceramic glass of the viewing door.

The composition of the deposit varies with location and
time. It is believed to be associated with the varying
sulfur content of the gas. You may have the problem
intermittently.

We have consulted with ceramic glass manufacturers
and they cannot offer a defi nitive solution to this prob-
lem. Dealers have tried various cleaning products with
varying results. The following are recommendations
only and are not meant to guarantee results.

NOTE: This is a problem beyond Miles Industries’
control and is not covered under warranty.

• Clean the glass regularly as soon as you notice
the buildup (white fi lm). If the fi lm is left for a longer
period of time, it will etch into the glass. It is then
much harder, if not impossible, to remove.

• NEVER use an abrasive cleaner or ammonia­based cleaner on the ceramic glass. Any

abrasion of the surface has the immediate effect of
compromising the strength of the glass. An emulsion
type cleaner is recommended.

• Use a soft damp cloth to apply the cleaner. Dry the
glass with a soft, dry, preferably cotton cloth. Most
paper towels and synthetic materials are abrasive
to ceramic glass and should be avoided.

• Our dealers have had good results from the
products listed below. We cannot, however,
guarantee the results of these products.
◊ Brasso, Polish Plus by Kelkem, Cook Top Clean

Creme by Elco, White Off by Rutland, Turtle Wax

Do not clean the glass while it is hot!

Always securely replace the window and the barrier
screen before lighting.

If broken, the glass pane may only be replaced
as a complete window unit as supplied by the
manufacturer.

If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall
be replaced with the manufacturer’s barrier for this
appliance.

To remove the window for cleaning:

1. Remove the barrier screen.

a) 1555 1” trim: slide the screen up, unhook the

bottom tabs and disengage the top tabs.

b) 1550 3.5” trim: slide the top lock-in levers

outward and rotate them up to unhook the screen
top; lift the screen up to unhook the bottom tabs.

1555 1” Trim 1550 3.5” and 1570 Trims

2. Remove the side doors and the plinth.

Remove plinthRemove side doors

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Owner’s Information

OWNER’S
INFORMATION

3. Find the levers on each
side of the window
towards the top. Using
your fi nger, pull the levers
towards you and unhook
them from the window
frame brackets.

4. Gently pull the top of the
window outward.

5. Lift the window out of its bottom railing and set it
aside in a safe place to avoid damage.

Clean the window following the guidelines in this section.

Clean the 1550 and 1555 steel trims with mild soap

and warm water. Any alcohol/solvent base cleaner will
weaken the coating and damage it.

Clean the barrier screen dusting it with a soft brush.

Clean the fi rebox ceramic logs/rocks and walls dust-

ing them with a soft brush. Dust can also be removed
from the burner using a soft brush after removing the
ceramic logs. When cleaning, make sure that no par-

ticles are brushed into the slots of the burner.

Spring Loaded
Window Levers

2. Push the top of the window frame against the
fi rebox.

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3. While you hold it, pull the side levers back into the
window brackets on each side.

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WARNING

!

CHOKING HAZARD! Ensure that the fi replace

area is clear of fi reglass or vermiculite particles as
these could be ingested by small children. Vacuum
thoroughly around the fi replace area after cleaning.

To refi t the window:

1. Place the window in its bottom railing. Ensure to

remove any vermiculite or glass particles in
the railing before installing the window.

Window frame

Bottom railing

4. Apply fi rm hand pressure around the window frame to
ensure the window is sealed tight against the fi rebox.

DANGER

!

The window unit must be correctly installed,
fastened and sealed after servicing or serious
bodily injury and/or damage to the appliance
may result.

To ensure a safe operation:

• Double-check that the bottom of the window

frame is correctly installed in the bottom
support railing;

• Verify that the levers are hooked properly to

the window tabs then;

• Pull out the top of the window and release it

to insure the springs return it;

• Ensure the window is sealed before operation.

WARNING

!

Failure to install the window correctly can
leak carbon monoxide, affect the performance
of the fi replace, damage components, cause
overheating resulting in dangerous conditions.
Damage caused by incorrect window installa­tion is not covered by the Valor warranty.

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OWNER’S
INFORMATION

Owner’s Information

5. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed

from the front lower corner of the window,
reinstall it by sliding it between the glass and
the frame as indicated.

Hot Glass Warning Plate

6. Reinstall the barrier screen on the trim.

WARNING

!

FOR SAFETY PURPOSE, ensure the barrier
screen is re-installed on the fireplace front
after maintenance.

a) 1555 1” trim: Insert the screen’s top tabs in the

slots in the convection baffl e then rest the screen
bottom tabs on the edge of the opening in the
plinth to lock it in position.

b) 1550 3.5” trims: Hook the bottom of the screen

to the bottom edge of the trim’s front plate, then,
with the top levers up, push the screen against
the fi replace. Rotate the levers down to hook
them up to the trim and slide them inwards to
secure them.

7. Verify that the screen is properly hooked to the trim
and secure.

Checking Pilot and Burner Flames

A periodic check of the pilot and burner fl ames should
be made. Check after the fi re has been on for at least
30 minutes. The pilot fl ame must cover the tip of the
thermocouple probe. The main burner fl ame pattern will
vary from appliance to appliance depending on the type
of installation and climatic conditions.

Pilot Flame can be seen
between the front and
rear left logs

Long Beach Driftwood Kit Correct Flame Picture

Pilot Flame can
be seen left of
the fi re bed

Decorative Glass Murano Correct Flame Picture

Decorative Glass Correct Flame Picture

Pilot Flame can
be seen left of
the fi re bed

Rock & Shale Kit Correct Flame Picture

Pilot Flame

The appliance area must always be kept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
fl ammable vapors and liquids.

Inspect the vent terminal outdoors regularly to make
sure that snow, trees, bushes, leaves, or other objects
do not obstruct it.

Examine the vent system and terminal regularly. We
recommend annually.

Thermocouple Probe
must be in Flame

Replacing Batteries

WARNING

!

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE BATTER­IES WHILE THE FIREPLACE IS STILL HOT! Let

the fi replace cool fi rst before touching it.

CAUTION

DO NOT USE a screwdriver or other metallic object

to remove the batteries from the battery holder!
This could cause a short circuit.

BEFORE changing the batteries, turn the fi replace
off (including pilot).

The appliance uses four 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries
located next to the wall switch. Batteries should last one
to two seasons, depending on usage. Removing the
batteries in the off-season will extend the battery life.

8

Owner’s Information

OWNER’S
INFORMATION

To replace the batteries:

The battery compartment is located next to the wall
switch in the vicinity of the fi replace. Its front plate is
attached with magnets to the wall switch box.

Battery holder
& wall switch

Fireplace

The battery holder is located beside the wall switch.

1. Pull on the plate next to the
wall switch to access the
batteries.

2. Disconnect the snap
connector from the battery
holder. Do not pull the

connector by the wire!

3. Replace the batteries with 4
AA alkaline batteries orienting
them as indicated inside the
holder.

4. Reconnect the snap
connector to the battery
holder.

5. Put the battery holder back
in its place beside the wall
switch and snap it in place.

Disconnect
connector

To access the card, remove the barrier screen, side
doors and the plinth. Grab the card and pull it out. There
is important information on both sides of the card.

Servicing Your Fireplace

If any attention is required for your appliance, contact
your supplier quoting the model number. It will be
helpful if the appliance’s serial number can also
be quoted. This number is on the rating plate. The
replacement parts are shown at the end of this manual.
Please always quote the part number and description
when requesting spare parts.

Operating Your Fireplace

Your fi replace is controlled by the Wall Switch.

The Wall Switch controls your
fi replace. You can turn the pilot on or
off and you can increase or decrease
the fl ame height.

Note that there is no thermostatic
and programming functions with the
wall switch.

TO TURN APPLIANCE ON and OFF

• Press ON-OFF button once to light
pilot. Press again to shut of pilot.

Locating Lighting, Operation and
Rating Information Card

WARNING

!

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TOUCH THE INFORMA­TION CARD WHILE THE FIREPLACE IS STILL
HOT! Let the fi replace cool fi rst before touching it.

The Lighting, Operation and Rating information is
located on a card at the right hand side of the fi replace
opening. The card is attached under the plinth.

Window

The info card is located behind the front
panel below the window.

Info
card

TO ADJUST FLAME HEIGHT

• Press and hold large fl ame
button to gradually increase
fl ame height.

• Press and hold small fl ame
button to gradually decrease
fl ame height.

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OWNER’S
INFORMATION

Owner’s Information

How to Turn Your Fireplace OFF

(including pilot)

Familiarize yourself with the wall
swich operation before using your
fi replace.

Press and hold the ON/OFF button
for a second.

If the fl ames are on, they go down
and you hear the valve motor wind
down. You hear a clunk and a beep
indicating that the valve has received
the signal from the control.

As well, familiarize yourself with the gas shut-off valve
location in your house. As indicated below, the gas is
running when the handle is parallel with the pipe. The
gas is off when the handle is perpendicular with the
pipe.

ON: parallel to pipe

OFF:
perpendicular to
pipe

Wall Switch

How to Ensure Your Fireplace Cannot
Be Turned ON Inadvertently

You can use one of the two following methods to
ensure that your fi replace will not turn on when you
don’t want it on.

Battery holder
& wall switch

First, ensure your fi replace is turned off—including
the pilot—and cold BEFORE going ahead.

• Turn the dial on the gas valve from the ON position
to the MAN position as shown. Turning the dial to
MAN (arrow up) will ensure that the main burner can
not come on. The pilot will remain on if it is lit.

Gas valve

• Alternately, remove all batteries
from the battery holder or
disconnect the battery holder
from the receiver.

Automatic Shut-Off (in certain
conditions)

Your fi replace’s control is equipped with an automatic
shut-off mechanism.

Low batteries in the battery holder. With low battery
power in the battery holder the system shuts off
completely.

No change in fl ame height. Your fi replace will turn
down to pilot if there is no change in fl ame height for a
period of 6 hours.

No change in pilot. The pilot shuts off completely if it’s
been continually on without any change for a period of
5 days.

Fireplace

Receiver

The receiver and gas valve are located on the bottom of the
fi replace behind the front panel. The battery holder is located
next to the wall switch.

Gas valve

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Decommission During Off-Season

We recommend decommissioning your outdoor
fi replace during the off-season when it will not be used
for an extended period. Decommission your fi replace
by removing the batteries from the battery holder and
turning the gas shut-off valve to the “off” position.

Upon ensuring the fi replace cannot be turned on you
can then apply a protective cover over the front of the
fi replace to help preserve the fi nish and further protect
the appliance from weather.

Note: Do not operate your outdoor fi replace
during cold weather below freezing point
(32°F, 0°C).

Options

OWNER’S
INFORMATION

Required Kits*

Fuel Beds (choose one)

1500DGS—Decorative Glass Set
1505DWK—Driftwood Kit
1510DGM—Decorative Glass Murano
1514RSS—Rock and Shale Set

Ceramic Liners (choose one)

1515FBL—Linear Fluted Black Liner Set
1520FSL—Linear Fluted Sand Liner Set
1525RGL**—Linear Refl ective Glass Liner Set

(**Add 1725RGL-3 Glass Retainer Kit)

Trims (choose one)

1550—Linear 3-1/2” Surrounds with Barrier Screen

4003282

• 1550LSB—Black

• 1550LSZ—Bronze

• 1550LSP—Nickel

1555LFB—Linear 1” Finishing Trim Black with Barrier

Screen 4003989

Note: Exposure to outdoor UV light will cause some

plated and painted fi nishes to fade over time.
This fading is unavoidable and not covered
under warranty.
To minimize fading, locate the fi replace away
from direct sunlight. Decommissioning and
covering the fi replace over the off-seeason
will also prolong the fi nish.

Optional Accessories*

Conversion Kits

1500PGK—Conversion Kit to Propane Gas
1500NGK—Conversion Kit to Natural Gas

Other Accessories

1506DRK—Additional rocks for Driftwood Kit

Hearth Gate

Hearth gates such as Cardinal’s VersaGates are
available at retail stores carrying safety products
for children.

*Information accurate at the time of printing and subject to
change without notice.

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OWNER’S
INFORMATION

Lighting Instructions

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re 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 or wall switch. Follow these instructions exactly. To

save gas, turn the pilot off when not using the appliance for a prolonged period of time.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the fl oor because

some gases are heavier than air and will settle on the fl oor.

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.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fi re department.

C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the control knobs. Never use tools. If the knobs will not push in or turn by

hand, don’t try to repair them; call a qualifi ed service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fi re or
explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualifi ed service technician to

inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control, which has been under water.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. STOP! Read the safety information above.

2. TO CLEAR ANY GAS, turn main valve off by pressing ON/OFF on wall switch (1).

• Wait fi ve (5) minutes to clear out any gas, then smell for gas, including near the fl oor. If you
smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information above on this label. If you don’t smell
gas, go to the next step.

3. AUTOMATIC IGNITION: MAN-knob (2) in ON position. Ensure Flame Adjustment
knob (3) is set to lowest setting () (Fig. 1). Locate the pilot (Fig. 3.) inside of

Fig 1

fi rebox at left hand side.

• On the wall switch, press the ON button; a short acoustic signal confi rms the start
has begun.

• Further short acoustic signals indicate the ignition process is in progress.

• When the pilot is lit, the Flame Adjustment knob (3) will automatically rotate to
the highest setting.

• Press the small fl ame button () on the wall switch to reduce the fl ame height.

4. MANUAL IGNITION: MAN-knob (2) in MAN position (Fig. 2). With the window
off, locate the pilot (Fig. 3) inside of fi rebox at left hand side.

• Set Flame Adjustment knob (3) to the lowest setting ().

• Push down the metallic core (4) with a pen or similar instrument; this will establish

Fig 3

Fig 2

the pilot gas fl ow.

• Light gas at the pilot (5) with a match.

• Continue holding down metal core (4) for about 10 seconds; after release, pilot
should remain lit.

• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas control knob (3) to OFF

() and call your local service technician or gas supplier.

• Reinstall the window and set the MAN-knob (2) to ON; turn Flame Adjustment knob (3) up () or down ()
manually or use the fl ame buttons ()() buttons on the wall switch to adjust the fl ame height.

1

OFF

Spark

5

Pilot

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF (using the wall switch):

• Press and hold the small fl ame button () on the wall switch to shut-off the main burner gas fl ow.

• Press ON/OFF button on wall switch to shut-off the appliance, including pilot fl ame.

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TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

QUALIFIED
INSTALLER

State of Massachusetts Carbon
Monoxide Detector/Vent Terminal
Signage Requirements

For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment installed in every dwelling, building or
structure used in whole or in part for residential
purposes, including those owned or operated by the
Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust
vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above
fi nished grade in the area of the venting, including
but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirements shall be satisfi ed:

1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall
horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the installing
plumber or gas fi tter shall observe that a hard wired
carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery
back-up is installed on the fl oor level where the gas
equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing
plumber or gas fi tter shall observe that a battery
operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector
with an alarm is installed on each additional level of
the dwelling, building or structure served by the side
wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall
be the responsibility of the property owner to secure
the services of qualifi ed licensed professionals for the
installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.

a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented
gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or
an attic, the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with
alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next
adjacent fl oor level.

b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision
can not be met at the time of completion of installation,
the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days
to comply with the above requirements; provided,
however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a
battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an
alarm shall be installed.

3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identifi cation plate
shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the
building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above
grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for
the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance
or equipment. The sign shall read, in print size no less
than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS VENT DIRECTLY
BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.

4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of
the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment
shall not approve the installation unless, upon
inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide
detectors and signage installed in accordance with the
provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.

(b) EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt
from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:

1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled
“Equipment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most
current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board;
and

2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented
gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure
separate from the dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes.

(c) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS
EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED.
When the manufacturer of Product Approved side
wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a
venting system design or venting system components
with the equipment, the instructions provided by the
manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the
venting system shall include:

1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting
system design or the venting system components; and

2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or
venting system.

2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS.
Each carbon monoxide detector as required in
accordance with the above provisions shall comply
with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS
certifi ed.

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QUALIFIED
INSTALLER

(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS
EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED.
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side
wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does
not provide the parts for venting the fl ue gases, but
identifi es “special venting systems”, the following
requirements shall be satisfi ed by the manufacturer:

1. The referenced “special venting system” instructions
shall be included with the appliance or equipment
installation instructions; and

2. The “special venting systems” shall be Product
Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that
system shall include a parts list and detailed installation
instructions.

(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product
Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists
for venting instructions, and/or all venting design
instructions shall remain with the appliance or
equipment at the completion of the installation.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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Specifi cations

QUALIFIED
INSTALLER

Approval & Codes

This appliance is certifi ed to ANSI Z21.88-2014/
CSA 2.33-2014 American National Standard / CSA

Standard for Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in
Canada and USA, and to CGA 2.17-91 High Altitude
Standard in Canada. This appliance is for direct vent

installations.

This appliance complies with CSA P4.1-09 Testing
method for measuring annual fi replace effi ciencies.

The installation must conform to local codes or, in the

absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1 or the Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149. Only qualifi ed

licensed or trained personnel should install this
appliance.

This appliance must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes, or, in the absence of local

codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

Ratings

For installations at elevations above 4,500 feet
(1,370 m) in Canada, please consult provincial

and/or local authorities having jurisdiction.

Supply Gas

Heater engine 1500INO is used with natural gas.
Heater engine 1500IPO is used with propane gas.
This fi replace must be permanently situated and
connected to a fi xed piping system; it is NOT portable.
The supply pressure must be between the limits
shown in the Ratings section above.

X

The supply connection is 3/8” NPT male and located
on the left hand side of the fi rebox. A shut-off valve (not
supplied) is required on the supply line to isolate the

unit during service. See Set-up Gas Supply section for

details.

Model NP
Gas Natural Propane
Altitude (Ft.)* 0-4,500 feet*
Input Maximum (Btu/h) 30,000 28,000
Input Minimum (Btu/h) 18,000 18,500
Manifold Pressure (in

w.c.)
Minimum Supply

Pressure (in w.c.)
Maximum Supply

Pressure (in w.c.)
Main Burner Injector

Marking
Pilot Injector Marking 51 30
Min. Rate By-Pass

Screw

4.0” 9.5”

5” 11”

10” 14”

850 300

220 160

*High Altitude Installations

Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are

certifi ed without deration for elevations up to 4,500 feet
(1,370 m) above sea level.
For elevations above 4,500 feet (1,370 m) in USA,
installations must be in accordance with the current
ANSI Z223.1 and/or local codes having jurisdiction.
Heating value of gas in some areas is reduced to
compensate for elevation—consult your local gas utility
to confi rm.

Venting

This appliance must be connected to a vent system
and terminated either through a sidewall or roof
using an approved termination cap. Although located
outdoors, consideration must be given to locating the
vent terminal away from certain openings, obstructions,

other vents, etc. See Location section for more

information.

Conversion Kits

The 1500 L1 is supplied as natural gas or propane gas
and is fi eld convertible between fuels. See instructions
packaged with the conversion kit for further information.

Electrical Wiring

The 1500 is designed to run on battery power. There
are no electrical accessories and therefore no power
source is required.

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Note: This appliance must be installed in a
weather protected environment—see Location
details on pages 18–19.

Mantel—See Mantel & Hearth Clearances

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Combustible Floor

WARNING

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Some materials or items, although safe,
may discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and
so on because of the heat produced by the
fi replace. Avoid placing candles, paintings,
photos, and other items sensitive to heat
around the fi replace.

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Hearth: not required.
If used, must be minimum 4”
below fi replace opening.

HOT WALL SURFACES! The wall directly
above the fi replace is constructed of non-
combustible materials and, although safe, it
may reach temperatures in excess of 250° F
depending on choice of trims. Do not touch.
Finish the wall using materials suitable for
these temperatures.

Combustible Framing Allowed Beneath Fireplace.
When the appliance is installed directly on carpeting,
tile or other combustible material other than wood
fl ooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal
or wood panel extending the full width and recessed
depth of the appliance.

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Location

Location

For the purposes of this installation
manual the term “outdoor” means installed
outside of the insulated building envelope.
The outdoor space may be attached or
free standing to the main/primary structure
and may or may not include walls.
Note: The fi replace will not perform as
an exterior wall. If installed against an
exterior wall we recommend the appliance
enclosure or chase be constructed
completely outside of the insultated
building envelope and weather membrane.

The fi replace must be permanently
situated and connected to a fi xed piping
system, it is not portable.

Weather Protection/Moisture
Resistance

This outdoor fi replace will tolerate
moderate amounts of water on an
occasional basis but is not waterproof.

The fi replace must be enclosed in a
weatherproof enclosure clad in typical
weatherproof material such as siding/
stucco/stone/tile, etc. and have a
weatherproof structure to shed water
that extends horizontally beyond the front
and side perimeter of the fi replace (see
diagram).

Water running down vertical surfaces
should be directed away from the fi replace
using fl ashings. Measures must be taken
to ensure any accumulated water drains
away from the fi replace and structure.
When the fi replace is installed on surfaces
where water may collect or cause damage
a suitable drainage pan should be placed
under the unit and the water drained away.

Top View

Min. required weatherproof

overhang in front and at sides of

replace is 1/2 of the height

of the overhang measured

from the base of the unit

Outdoor replace
installed in
weatherproof
enclosure

MIn. required

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