Vermont Casting A232 User Manual

Free-Standing

Fireplaces

MODEL A232

Installation Instructions & Homeowner's Manual

WARNING! IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR

EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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

your neighbours phone. Follow the gas
suppliers instructions.

* If you cannot reach your gas supplier call

the fire department.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE

OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPOURS AND LIQUIDS

IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY

OTHER APPLIANCE.

* INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE

PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER,
SERVICE AGENCY OR YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.

INSTALLER: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL - LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.

IMPORTANT:

Installation Instructions.................................................................................................. 3

General Information on Assembling the Vent Pipes ................................................... 7

Operating Instructions.................................................................................................... 9

Replacement Parts List .............................................................................................. 15

Options ......................................................................................................................... 27

Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these

instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.

Important Curing/Burn Information ....................................................................... 3

Locating Your Fireplace........................................................................................ 3

Clearance to Combustibles .................................................................................. 3

Fireplace Dimensions ........................................................................................... 4

Gas Specifications................................................................................................ 5

Preparation ........................................................................................................... 5

Gas Line Installation ............................................................................................. 5

Installation of Remote Switch for RN/RP gas valve.............................................. 6

Fan Kit .................................................................................................................. 6

Venting Instructions .............................................................................................. 7

Venting of the A232 Fireplace .............................................................................. 7

Common Flue Installation..................................................................................... 7

Retrofitting to an Existing Brick Chimney ............................................................. 8

Vent Safety System .............................................................................................. 8

Proper Vent Performance..................................................................................... 8

Combustion Air ..................................................................................................... 8

General Glass Information.................................................................................... 9

Louvre Removal ................................................................................................... 9

Trim Removal ....................................................................................................... 9

Glass Removal ..................................................................................................... 9

Glass Cleaning ................................................................................................... 10

Installation of Logs and Burner Lava Rock......................................................... 10

Maintenance ....................................................................................................... 10

Cleaning Procedure............................................................................................ 10

Flame Adjustment & Characteristics .................................................................. 11

Lighting and Operating Instructions.................................................................... 12

Troubleshooting Gas Control (SIT 630).............................................................. 13

Troubleshooting Gas Control (Honeywell).......................................................... 14

Replacement Parts Pictorial ............................................................................... 16

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

This gas fireplace should be installed by a qualified installer in
accordance with local building codes and with current CAN /
CGA-B149 (. 1 or .2) Installation codes for Gas Burning Fireplaces
and Equipment.

FOR U.S.A Installations follow local codes and/or the current
National Fuel Gas Code. ANSI Z223.1.

FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF
YOUR FIREPLACE PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

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

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

3. Children should be carefully supervised when they are
in the same room as your fireplace.

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

5. Installation and any repairs to this fireplace should be
carried out by a qualified service person. A profes­sional service person should be contacted to inspect
this fireplace annually. Make it a practice to have all of
your gas fireplaces checked annually. More frequent
cleaning may be required due to excess lint and dust
from carpeting, bedding material, etc.

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

7. The venting system(chimney) of this fireplace should
be checked at least once a year and if needed your
venting system should be cleaned.

8. Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combus­tible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapour
and liquids. This fireplace should not be used as a
drying rack for clothing, nor should Christmas stock­ings or decorations be hung in the area of it.

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

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

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

12.This fireplace requires adequate ventilation and
combustion air to operate properly.

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

IMPORTANT:
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CAREFULLY

Remove any plastic from trim parts before turning the fireplace
ON.

It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel to give off some
expansion and/or contraction noises during the start up or
cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace
heat exchanger or car engine.

It is not unusual for your gas fireplace to give off some odour
the first time it is burned. This is due to the curing of the paint
and any undetected oil from the manufacturing process.

Please ensure that your room is well ventilated - open all
windows.

It is recommended that you burn youf fireplace for a least six
(6) hours the first time you use it. If optional fan kit has been
installed, place fan in the "OFF" position during this time.

LOCATING YOUR GAS FIREPLACE

12" (305mm)

A

12" (305mm)

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

* A & B must maintain a 12" (305mm) clearance between the wall

and side glass of fireplace.

B

C

E

D

F

Fig. 1

A minimum 12 foot vent height is required
to effectively vent this fireplace.

CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

Adequate clearances as listed below must be
maintained for servicing and proper operation.

BACK... ...................................... 1"

SIDES.. .................................... 12"

COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR............ 0"

TOP.......................................... 36"

CORNER ............ 0" to back edges

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Flue Pipe Clearances - 6" Single Wall, 1"B" Vent.

A

FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS

MODEL A232

K

B

C

D

E

MODEL A232

A 25" 635mm
B 24
C 16" 406mm
D 20" 508mm
E 19" 483mm

1/8"

F

613mm

G

I

J

H

F 21" 533mm

1/4"

3/4"

3/4"

5/8"

806mm
451mm
752mm

133mm

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G 31
H 17
I 29
J 9" 229mm
K5
L– –
M– –
N– –

1/2" GAS SUPPLY

1/2" X 3/8" REDUCER

3/8" NIPPLE

3/8" NIPPLE

3/8" NIPPLE

3/8" X 3/8" SHUT OFF VALVE

3/8" UNION

GAS SPECIFICATIONS

GAS LINE INSTALLATION

MAX. MIN.

INPUT INPUT

MODEL FUEL GAS CONTROL B.T.U.H B.T.U.H.

A232RN Natural Gas Millivolt Hi/Lo 30,000 21,000
A2S32RP Propane Gas Millivolt Hi/Lo 30,000 22,500

The installation of your Fireplace must
conform with local codes, or in the absence
of local codes, with National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1 latest edition, or CAN 1 B1-149.1
and .2 Installation Code. (EXCEPTION: Do
not derate this appliance for elevations up to
4,500 ft. (1,370mm). Maintain the manifold
pressure at 3.5 inches W.C. for Natural Gas
and 10 inches W.C. for LP gas.)

A232 CERTIFIED TO

When purging gas line, the front glass must
be removed.

The gas pipeline can be brought in through the rear of the
fireplace as well as the bottom. Knockouts are provided on
the bottom behind the valve to allow for the gas pipe
installation and testing of any gas connection. It is most

convenient to bring the gas line in from the rear right
side of the valve, as this allows fan installation or
removal without disconnecting the gas line.

The gas line connection can be made with
properly tinned 3/8" copper tubing, 3/8" rigid
pipe or an approved flex connector. Since
some municipalities have some additional
local codes, it is always best to consult your
local authority and the CAN/CGA- B149 (.1 or
.2) installation code.

FOR U.S.A Installations consult the current National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1

Always check for gas leaks with a mild soap and

water solution. Do not use an open flame for

leak testing.

The gas control is equipped with a captured
screw type pressure test point, therefore it is not
necessary to provide a 1/8" test point up stream
of the control.

ANSI.Z21.88b-1999 / CSA 2.33b - M99

Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters

GAS INLET & MANIFOLD PRESSURES

LP (Propane)

11" wc
13" wc
10" wc

Input Minimum
Input Maximum
Manifold Pressure

NATURAL

4.5" wc
7" wc

3.5" wc

PREPARATION

The use of wall paper adjacent to this fire­place is not recommended, as the high heat
given off by this fireplace may adversely
effect the binders in the adhesive used to
apply the wallpaper.

Before beginning, remove the glass door from the fireplace
(See page 9). Also check to make sure there is no hidden
damage to the fireplace. Take a minute and plan out the
gas, vent and electrical supply.

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Typical gas supply installation

Fig. 2

When using copper or flex connector use only approved
fittings. Always provide a union when using black iron
pipe so that gas line can be easily disconnected for burner
or fan servicing. See Fig. 2. See gas specification for
pressure details and ratings.

The fireplace valve must not be subjected to any test
pressures exceeding 1/2 psi. Isolate or disconnect this or
any other gas appliance control from the gas line when
pressure testing.

DO NOT USE THIS FIREPLACE IF ANY PART
OF THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN UNDER
WATER. IMMEDIATELY CALL A QUALIFIED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE
HEATER AND TO REPLACE ANY PART
CONTROL WHICH HAS BEEN UNDER
WATER.

INSTALLATION OF REMOTE

TOP VIEW

Valve

Fan speed control/
Junction box

Thermal sensor
location

Fan is installed at the back
of the pedestal

Stud

PILOT

ADJ

SWITCH FOR RN/RP GAS VALVE

OPTIONAL FAN KIT - FK24

Install on/off switch assembly on either the rear right or
left side of the A232 Gas Fireplace.

1. Remove the screw at the back of the cabinet top either on
the left or the right side of the fireplace.

2. Position switch assembly onto the back of the fireplace,
then fasten two screws as shown in Fig. 5.

3. Attach wiring under the clips on the rear casing (Fig. 5)
and install wiring through the rear opening of the fireplace
before connecting to the valve as shown in Fig. 4.

VALVE

TPTH

THERMOPILE

ON/OFF SWITCH OR

MILLIVOLT THERMOSTAT

On/off switch

assembly

Clips

TP

TH

P

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T

O

TH

TP

TP

TH

Screw

(through existing hole)

Screw

Fig. 4

It will be easier to install the fan before
connecting the gas line to the fireplace.

1. Open front access door panel by pulling forward on
brass lip.

2. Guide the fan through the opening at the back of the
pedestal, with the outlet pointed up and the fan mounting
bracket facing the back of the fireplace. The fan mounts
over two studs which hold the fan just below the firebox
floor. Do not install this fan on the base. Hold the fan
in place with the two nuts provided. (Fig. 7)

3. Locate the fan speed control/junction box on screw
studs provided on base of the fireplace. Tighten with
3/8" nuts provided.

4. Install thermal sensor element on screw studs located
to the right of the gas valve on the burner base.

5. Plug in grounded service cord to a convenient wall
receptacle.

THIS FAN ASSEMBLY COMES COMPLETELY WIRED
TO ELIMINATE THE NEED FOR ELECTRICIANS. THIS
ELECTRICAL DEVICE, WHEN INSTALLED, MUST BE
ELECTRICALLY CONNECTED AND GROUNDED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES. IN THE ABSENCE
OF LOCAL CODES, WITH THE CURRENT CSA C22.1

CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE.
FOR U.S.A. INSTALLATION: FOLLOW LOCAL CODES

AND THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI/NFPA
NO.70-1984.

Wiring for milli-volt

gas valves

Fig. 5

Should this fan require servicing, the power
supply must be disconnected. For rewiring of
any replacement components see Fig. 6.

A = Speed Control
B = Temperature Sensor
C = Fan

BLACK
WHITE
GROUND

C

B

A

Fig. 6

Fig. 7

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VENTING INSTRUCTIONS

COMMON FLUE INSTALLATIONS

CANADIAN INSTALLATIONS:

The venting system must be installed in accordance with
the current CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or.2) installation code, and
the authority having jurisdiction.

U.S.A. INSTALLATIONS:

The venting system must be installed in accordance with
the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.

Minimum clearances to combustible materials is 1 inch (25
mm) for B Vent (Fig. 13, 15) and 6 inches for single wall
vent (Fig. 14).

As with any natural drafted appliances, the vent cap must
always extend a minimum of 2' above any structure within
a 10' horizontal plane.(Fig. 12)

2'

10'

3' 10'

3'

In some areas it is possible to vent more than one gas
fireplace into the same flue. You must ensure that the flue
being shared has the proper capacity to handle both
fireplaces. Check installation codes for venting capacity
information.

As always it is best to check with the authority having
jurisdiction prior to commencement of the installation.

Fig. 12

VENTING OF THE A232 FIREPLACE

Note: Please refer to installation instructions supplied
by chimney manufacturer prior to commencing
installation.

The A232 may be installed using 4" diameter single wall
vent up to an existing masonry chimney.(Fig. 14) This vent
should then be connected to a 4" liner running the full height
of the chimney, as it is mandatory in most jurisdictions that
the chimney be lined.

Another option is 4" "B" vent directly off the fireplace
(Fig.13 & 11), going up to the chimney liner or up through
the roof if no chimney exists.

A minimum 12 foot vent height is required
to effectively vent this fireplace.

OFFSET B

VENT CHIMNEY

Fig. 13

EXISTING

MASONRY CHIMNEY

Fig. 14

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STRAIGHT B

VENT CHIMNEY

Fig. 15

Retrofitting To An Existing Brick Chimney

It is strongly recommends installing an approved chimney
liner in an existing brick chimney.

PROPER VENT PERFORMANCE

This will maximize the potential draft of the chimney and
lessen the effects of slow chimney start up.

This is important because many homes (including older
renovated ones) have become much tighter with respect to
air exchange (a home breathing). An overly tight home will
create conditions that will affect proper vent performance.

It may be necessary to install some form of makeup air to
the lowest extremities of the home. This will help to ensure
the above noted condition will not effect the proper operation
of this or any other combustion fireplace within the dwelling.

VENT SAFETY SYSTEM

This fireplace is equipped with a vent safety shut down
switch. This switch is factory installed, wired and tested.
Check and make sure the switch and wires are in the proper
position. The safety switch is heat activated and wired in
series with the pilot system.

Operation of this fireplace when not
connected to a properly installed and
maintained venting system or tampering with
the vent safety shutoff system can result in
carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possibly
death.

Check

Draft
Here

Fig. 16

A spillage test must be performed prior to leaving the
fireplace with the customer. Carry this test out in the

following manner.

1) Close all windows and doors in the room; start all
exhaust fans in the house and furnace blower.

2) Light the fireplace and place in operation on high fire.

3) After several minutes, test with smoke match that there
is adequate "pull" at the draft hood opening (located on
the sides of the fireplace near back. See Figure 16)
If the flue is blocked (match being blown back into
room) the Vent Safety Switch will automatically shut
down the heater.

4) Should the heater turn off, wait approximately 10-15
minutes to allow for the switch to reset. Check draft
again. If the smoke is not drawn into the draft hood turn
the fireplace off and check the cause of lack of draft,
consult your dealer for expert advice.

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COMBUSTION AIR

It is very important that an adequate air supply is available
when the unit is being operated. Since most homes of
today are tightly sealed and insulated, additional make­up air is usually necessary.

This fireplace has been designed to operate by drawing air
in from the front and outer perimeters of the fireplace. The
air provides combustion air ensuring a clean burning
flame, dilution air for proper venting, as well as, the air
which the fan circulates over the firebox/heat exchanger
system.

Insulating around the fireplace will result in overheating
and possible malfunctioning of the circulating fan.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL GLASS INFORMATION

Only glass approved for use in these
products may be used for replacement.

1. The use of substitute glass will void all product
warranties.

2. Care must be taken to avoid breakage of the glass.

Under no circumstances should this fireplace
be operated without the front glass or with a
broken glass. Replacement of the glass (with
gasket) as supplied by the manufacturer
should be done by a licenced qualified
service person.

LOUVRE REMOVAL

A232

To remove louvres first remove the two (2) screws (Fig. 17)
fastening the louvre assembly to the fireplace. Lift the
louvre assembly straight out sliding the back guides out of
the fireplace body. (To reinstall, reverse).

GLASS REMOVAL

A232

1 . Remove frame window brass trim (See Trim Removal

section)

2. Remove remaining bottom 3/8" nut fat the bottom of
the frame window.

3. Remove 3/8" nut from each side of the frame window
(Fig. 18).

4. Remove frame window by pulling it forward and up.

GLASS
FRAME

OUTER NUTS

DRAWING 1

Side Nuts

DRAWING 2

Front View

Screws

Fig. 17

TRIM REMOVAL

A232

1. Remove the two (2) outer 3/8" nuts holding the frame
window brass trim in place. (Fig. 18)

2. Remove the frame window brass trim by moving it
straight forward.

BOTTOM NUT

Fig. 18

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GLASS CLEANING

MAINTENANCE

It will be necessary to clean the glass periodically.
During start-up condensation, which is normal, forms on
the inside of the glass and causes lint, dust and other
airborne particles to cling to the glass surface. Also
initial paint curing may deposit a slight film on the glass.
It is therefore recommended that the glass be cleaned
two or three times with a non-ammonia household
cleaner and warm water (we recommend gas fireplace
glass cleaner). After that the glass should be cleaned
two or three times during each heating season
depending on the circumstances present.

Clean glass after first two weeks of
operation.

INSTALLATION OF LOGS &

BURNER LAVA ROCK

A232

1 . Remove front glass. (See "Glass Removal" section)

2. Remove logs from packaging.

3. Place rear log (KR4) on rear bracket (ensure log is
seated properly, leveled and centered to the unit), so it
will not move from side to side and it is firmly positioned
on the bracket.

4. Slip front ember log (KR1) down in the front deflector.

5. Place front left log (KR2) on top burner, left side. Use
log's bottom holes to locate it into the left bracket log
locator studs.

6. Place front right log (KR3) on top of burner, right side.
Use log's bottom holes to locate it into the right bracket
log locator studs.

7. Place small lava rocks and ember material on top of
burner. (See Fig. 19 for proper location).

8. Place top left log (KR5) onto locator notches. Ensure
log is secure.

9. Place top right log (KR6) onto locator notches. Ensure
log is secure.

1. It is important to keep the burner and the burner
compartment clean. This must be done periodically, at
least once per season. (See Cleaning Procedure).

2. Clean the brass trim using a soft clean cloth, slightly
dampened with lemon oil and buff with a soft clean
cloth. Do NOT use brass polish or household cleaners
as these products will damage the brass trim. Lemon
oil can be obtained at supermarkets or hardware
stores.

3. The optional FK12 and FK24 Fan requires periodic
cleaning. Check the fan and the area around the fan
assembly and wipe or vacuum at least once per month
during the operating season.

4. Contact your local representative to arrange an annual
service program.

CLEANING PROCEDURE

1. Turn off pilot light at gas valve.

2. Remove front glass.

3. Remove logs.

CAUTION: LOGS MAY BE HOT

4. Vacuum burner compartment especially around orifice/
primary air openings.

5. Reinstall logs.

6. Check pilot and main burner operation.

7. Reinstall front glass.

8. Recheck pilot and main burner operation.

9. Check visually the flame pattern and compare with Fig.
22 or 23.

KR2

Top logs must be placed properly into
notches

KR5

Burner Lava Rock Placement

KR6

KR4

KR3

KR1

Fig. 19

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FLAME ADJUSTMENT (RN/RP MODELS)

FLAME CHARACTERISTICS

For units equipped with Hi/Lo valves, flame adjustment
is accomplished by rotating the Hi/Lo adjustment knob
located near the centre of the gas control. (Fig. 20a & b)

I

H

Turn

counterclockwise

to increase

flame height.

Turn

counterclockwise

to decrease
flame height.

L

O

H

O

L

I

Turn clockwise

to lower

flame height.

Fig. 20a

Turn clockwise

to increase

flame height.

Fig. 20b

It is important to periodically perform a visual
check of the pilot and the burner flames.
Compare them to the pictorials illustrated
below (Fig. 22, 23). If any of the flames
appear abnormal call a service person.

3/8" - 1/2"

SIT VALVE

PSE VALVE

A232

Fig. 22

Fig. 23

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LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result

causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A. This fireplace has a pilot which must be lit manually.

When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the fireplace area for

gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas
is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any fireplace.

• 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 Fire
Department

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. STOP! Read the safety information above on this
label

2. Turn off all electrical power to the fireplace.

3. For MN/MP/TN/TP appliances ONLY, go on to Step 4.
For RN/RP appliances turn the On/Off switch to off
position or set thermostat to lowest level.

4. Open control access panel.

5. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF". Do not force.

OFF

LO

HI

OFF

PILOT

EURO SIT SIT NOVA HONEYWELL

6. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell
for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas,
STOP! Follow "B" in the safety information above on
this label. If you don't smell gas, go to the next step.

7. Remove glass door before lighting pilot. (See Glass
Frame Removal in manual).

8. Visibly locate pilot by the main burner.

9. Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise
to "PILOT".

PILOT

ON

C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control

knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn
by hand, do not try to repair it, call a qualified service
technician. Applying force or any attempted repair may
result in a fire or explosion.

D. Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under water.

Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect
the fireplace and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under water.

10. Push the control knob all the way in and hold.
Immediately light the pilot by repeatedly depressing
the piezo spark ignitor until a flame appears.
Continue to hold the control knob in for about one
(1) minute after the pilot is lit. Release knob and it
will pop back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes
out, repeat steps 5 through 8.

OR

• If knob does not pop up when released, stop and

immediately call your service technician or gas
supplier.

• If after several tries, the pilot will not stay lit, turn

the gas control knob to "OFF" and call your service
technician or gas supplier.

11. Replace glass door.

12. Turn gas control knob to "On" position.

13. For Rn/RP appliances turn the On/Off switch to "On"
positin or set thermostat to desired setting.

14. Turn on all electrical power to the fireplace.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO FIREPLACE

1. Turn the On/Off switch to Off position or set the
thermostat to lowest setting.

2. Turn off all electric power to the fireplace if service
is to be performed.

3. Open control access panel.

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4. Push in gas control knob slightly
and turn clockwise to
"OFF". Do not force.

5. Close control access panel.

TROUBLE SHOOTING THE GAS CONTROL SYSTEM

SIT NOVA 820 MILLIVOLT VALVE

Note: Before trouble shooting the gas control system, be sure external gas shut off is in the "On" position.

WARNING: BEFORE DOING ANY GAS CONTROL SERVICE WORK, REMOVE GLASS FRONT.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Spark ignitor will not light A. Defective or misaligned Using a match, light pilot. If pilot lights, turn off pilot and
electrode at pilot. push the red button again. If pilot will not light - check gap

at electrode and pilot-should be 1/8" to have a strong spark.

B. Defective ignitor (Push Button) Push Piezo Ignitor Button. Check for spark at electrode and

pilot. If no spark to pilot, and electrode wire is properly
connected, replace ignitor.

2. Pilot will not stay lit after A. Defective pilot generator 1.Check pilot flame. Must impinge on thermocouple/

carefully following lighting (thermocouple), remote wall thermopile. Note: this pilot burner assembly utilizes both
instructions. switch. a thermocouple and a thermopile. The thermocouple

operates the main valve operation (On and Off). Clean
and or adjust pilot for maximum flame impingement on
thermopile and thermocouple.

B. Defective automatic valve Turn valve knob to "Pilot". Maintain flow to pilot; millivolt

operator. meter should read greater than 10 mV. If the reading is

okay and the pilot does not stay on, replace the gas
valve. Note: An interrupter block (not supplied) must be
used to conduct this test.

3. Pilot burning, no gas to A. Wall switch or wires Check wall switch and wires for proper connections. Jumper

burner, Valve knob "ON", defective. wire across terminals at wall switch, if burner comes on,
Wall Switch "ON". replace defective wall switch. If okay, jumper wires across

wall switch wires at valve, if burner comes on, wires are
faulty or connections are bad.

B. Thermopile may not be 1. Be sure wire connections from thermopile at gas valve

generating sufficient terminals are tight and thermopile is fully inserted into pilot
millivoltage. bracket.

2. One of the wall switch wires may be grounded. Remove
wall switch wires from valve terminals if pilot now stays lit,
trace wall switch wiring for ground. May be grounded to
fireplace or gas supply.

3. Check thermopile with millivolt meter. Take reading at
thermopile terminals of gas valve. Should read 250-300
millivolts (minimum 150) while holding valve knob de­pressed in pilot position and wall switch "Off". Replace
faulty thermopile if reading is below specified minimum.

C. Plugged burner orifice. Check burner orifices for debris and remove.

D. Defective automatic valve Turn valve knob to "On", place wall switch to "On" millivolt

operator. meter should read greater than 100 mV. If the reading is

okay and the burner does not come on, replace the gas
valve.

4. Frequent pilot flare outage A. Pilot flame may be too low Clean and/or adjust pilot flame for maximum flame
problem. or blowing (high) causing the impingement on thermopile and thermocouple.

pilot safety to drop out.

B. Vent safety shutdown. Check the vent system for blockage. Check all connections

on vent safety switch.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING THE GAS CONTROL SYSTEM

HONEYWELL MILLIVOLT VALVE

START

CHECK

• GAS SUPPLY ON

NO

• SUPPLY LINE HOOKED UP

• SHUTOFF VALVE OPEN

YES

PILOT LIGHTS WITH
PIEZO IGNITOR

YES

PILOT STAYS LIT

YES

NO

NO

• LOCKOUT HAS ENGAGED. WAIT
60 SECONDS AND TRY AGAIN.

• FOR SPARK AT ELECTRODE
WHILE DEPRESSING PIEZO
— 1/8" GAP TO
PILOT HOOD NEEDED.

• ALL WIRING CONNECTIONS

• REPLACE PIEZO IGNITOR

• FOR AIR IN THE LINES

• THERMOPILE NEEDS A

MINIMUM 325mV. ADJUST
PILOT FLAME HEIGHT.

• ALL WIRING CONNECTIONS.

• REPLACE THERMOPILE

• THERMOCOUPLE NEEDS A

MINIMUM OF 14mV.

• DEFECTIVE VALVE. TURN TO
PILOT, METER SHOULD READ
GREATER THAN 100 mV. IF
NOT, REPLACE.

PILOT LIGHTS MAIN
BURNER

YES

SYSTEM OK.

NO

• VALVE IS TURNED ON

• ON/OFF SWITCH IS NOT

TURNED ON. WATCH
FOR GROUNDED WIRES!

• THERMOPILE NEEDS A
MINIMUM 325mV.

• PLUGGED BURNER ORIFICE.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

ESCRIPTION A232

D

1. Log Set Complete 10000160
1a. Log Ember Front KR1
1b. Log Front Left KR2

1c. Log Front Right KR3
1d. Log Rear KR4
1e. Log Top Left KR5

1f. Log Top Right KR6

2. Burner Lava Rock (Package) 57897
3a. Burner with Tiles Nat. 10000198
3b. Burner with Tiles Prop. 57904

4. Ceramic Tile (single) 57803
5a. Orifice Front Nat. SEE RATING PLATE FOR ORIFICE SIZE
5b. Orifice Front Prop. SEE RATING PLATE FOR ORIFICE SIZE
6a. Orifice Main Nat. SEE RATING PLATE FOR ORIFICE SIZE
6b. Orifice Main Prop. SEE RATING PLATE FOR ORIFICE SIZE
7a. Orifice Pilot SIT Nat. 54273
7b. Orifice Pilot SIT Prop. 54272
8a. Orifice Pilot PSE Nat. 10001822
8b. Orifice Pilot PSE Prop. 10001823
9a. Pilot Assembly SIT Nat. 54219
9b. Pilot Assembly SIT Prop. 54221

10a. Pilot Asssembly PSE Nat. 10001739
10b. Pilot Assembly PSE Prop. 10001740

11. Pilot SIT 10001295

12. Pilot w/ignitor and cable PSE 10001824

13. Pilot Tubing w/fittings 53211

14. Manifold Tubing w/fittings 57318

15. Thermocouple with Interrupter SIT 54912

16. Thermocouple with Interrupter PSE 10001828

17. Thermopile 53374

18. Electrode Ignitor w/cable SIT 52465

19. Ignitor Piezo SIT 52464

20. Ignitor Piezo Honeywell 2000062

21a. Valve SIT 820 Nat. 52677
21b. Valve SIT 820 Prop. 52678

22. Extension Knob Hi/Lo (RN/RP) 10000165

23. Extension Knob (On/Off) SIT (RN/RP) 10000166

24a. Valve Honeywell Nat. 10001782
24b. Valve Honeywell Prop. 10001759
25a. Valve Eurosit 630 Nat. 51844
25b. Valve Eurosit 630 Prop. 51845

26. Fan with Bracket 54103

27. Electrical Cord (6ft.) 51865

28. Fan Temperature Sensor 51704

29. Speed Control 51738

30. Speed Control Knob 51882

31. Glass with Gasket -Front 52035

32. Glass with Gasket - Side 52032

33. Gasket Glass 57316

36a. Frame Window - Left Side 55110
36b. Frame Window - Right Side 55111

37. Frame Window - Front 55109

39. Trim Frame Window (PB) 52027

41. Top Louvre 53977

42. Front Louvre Assembly 57907

43. Access Door with Handle 52052

44. Latch 52057

45. Remote Switch 53606

46. Remote Wire Harness with Terminals 57265

47. Vent Safety Switch 51866

48. Vent Safety Switch Wiring Harness 54849

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42

40

40

41

REPLACEMENT PARTS

42

4

43

3a/b

11

18

33

43

39

37

44

31

32

33

36 a/b

49

47

14

22

23

26

29

5/6a/b

15

17

13

19

30

9 a/b

7a/b

10 a/b

28

T

O

LO

IL

P

O

F

F

it

HI

25a/b

2

48

46

27

8 a/b

16

12 17

42

43

39

41

40

21a,b

45

#1 - COMPLETE LOG SET -- A232

1e

1b

1a

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L

I

O

H

20

1d

1f

1c

OFF

PILOT

ON

ADJ

PILOT

24 a/b

OPTIONS

REMOTE CONTROL

For units with RN/RP valves

MRC1 - On/Off Button Remote Control
MRC2 - Temperature Control Remote
MRC3 - Temperature Control w/digital display &

24 hour programmable clock

IMT - Wall Mounted Thermostat

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LIMITED WARRANTY & EXTENDED LIFE TIME PROTECTION

For Gas Appliance Products*

BASIC WARRANTY:
The CFM Majestic, Inc.™ (hereinafter referred to collectively as the
"Company") warrants that your new Vermont Castings Gas Appliance is
free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year
from date of installation, subject to the following conditions and
limitations.

EXTENDED LIFE TIME WARRANTY:
The heat exchanger, combustion chamber and ceramic burner parts of
every *CFM Majestic, Inc. product are warranted for life to the original
owner, subject to proof of purchase and the following conditions and
limitations:

1.

This new CFM Majestic, Inc. product must be installed by a competent,
authorized service contractor. It must be installed and operated at all times
in accordance with the Installation and Operating instructions furnished
with the product. Any alteration, willful abuse, accident, or misuse of the
product shall nullify this warranty.

2.

This warranty is non-transferrable, and is made to the original owner,
provided that the purchase was made through an authorized supplier of
the Company.

3.

This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of part(s) found to be
defective in material or workmanship, provided that such part(s) have been
subjected to normal conditions of use and service, after said defect is
confirmed by the Company's inspection.

4.

The Company may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with
respect to this warranty by refunding the wholesale price of the defective
part(s).

5.

Any installation, labour, construction, transportation, or other related costs/
expenses arising from defective part(s), repair, replacement, or otherwise
of same, will not be covered by this warranty, nor shall the Company assume
responsibility for same. Further, the Company will not be responsible for
any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages, except as provided by
law.

6.

All other warranties - expressed or implied - with respect to the product, its
components and accessories, or any obligations/liabilities on the part of
the Company are hereby expressly excluded.

7.

The Company neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume,
on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this CFM
Majestic, Inc. product.

8.

The warranties as outlined within this document do not apply to chimney
components or other non CFM Majestic, Inc. accessories used in
conjunction with the installation of this product.

9.

The Company will not be responsible for . . .
a) Down drafts or spillage caused by environmental conditions such as

near-by trees, buildings, roof tops, hills, or mountains.

b) Inadequate ventilation or negative air pressure caused by mechanical

systems such as furnaces, fans, clothes dryers, etc.

10.

This warranty is void if:
a) The fireplace has been operated in atmospheres contaminated by

chlorine, fluorine or other damaging chemicals.

b) The fireplace is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or

condensation.

c) Any damage to the fireplace, combustion chamber, heat exchanger

or other components due to water, or weather damage which is the
result of, but not limited to, improper chimney/venting installation.

d) Any alteration, willful abuse, accident, or misuse of the product.

Glass doors are not warranted for breakage due to misuse or accident.
Brass parts should be cleaned with lemon oil only. Brass cleaners cannot be
used. Mortar mix and masonry cleaners may corrode the brass finish. The
Company will not be responsible for, nor will it warrant any brass parts which
are damaged by external chemicals or down draft conditions.

1) Contact your supplier. Make sure you have your warranty , your sales receipt,

and the model/serial number of your CFM Majestic, Inc. product.

2) DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DO ANY SERVICE WORK YOURSELF.

GLASS DOORS & BRASS PLATED PARTS

IF WARRANTY SERVICE IS NEEDED . . .

GARANTIE DE BASE:
The CFM Majestic. Inc. (aux présentes nommée la "Société") garantit votre
nouveau foyer au gaz CFM Majestic, Inc. contre tous défauts de fabrication
et de matières premières pour une période d'un an à compter de la date
d'installation, sujet aux conditions et limitations suivantes.

GARANTIE A VIE PROLONGEE:
Les pièces de l'échangeur de chaleur, de la chambre à combustion et du
brûleur en céramique de tout produit *CFM Majestic, Inc. sont garanties pour
la vie de l'acheteur d'origine, le tout sujet à une preuve d'achat et aux
conditions et limitations suivantes:

1.

Ce nouveau produit CFM Majestic, Inc. doit être installé par un entrepreneur
de service autorisé et compétent. Il doit être installé et utilisé en tout temps
selon les instructions d'installation et de fonctionnement fournies avec le
produit. T oute altération, abus volontaire, accident ou mauvais usage du produit
annulera cette garantie.

2.

Cette garantie n'est pas transférable et est offerte à l'acheteur au détail
d'origine, à condition que l'achat soit effectué par l'entremise d'un détaillant
autorisé de la Société.

3.

Cette garantie est limitée à la réparation ou au remplacement de(des) pièce(s)
trouvée(s) défectueuse(s) en matières premières ou main-d'oeuvre, à condition
que lesdites pièces aient été sujettes aux conditions normales d'usage et de
service, après que ledit défaut a été confirmé par une inspection par la Société.

4.

La Société peut, à sa discrétion, se décharger entièrement de toutes obligations
se rapportant à cette garantie en remboursant le prix de gros de la(des) pièce(s)
défectueuse(s).

5.

Tous les frais/dépenses d'installation, de main-d'oeuvre, de construction, de
transport ou autres causés par une (des) pièce(s) défectueuse(s), une
réparation, un remplacement ou autre, ne seront pas couverts sous cette
garantie, et la Société n'assume aucune responsabilité pour ceux-ci. De plus,
la Société ne pourra être tenue responsable pour tous dommages fortuits ou
indirects sauf la ou prévu par la loi.

6.

Toutes autres garanties, exprimées ou sous-entendues, en ce qui a trait au
produit, ses composants et accessiores, ou toutes obligations/responsabilités
de la part de la Société sont aux présentes expressment excluses.

7.

La Société n'assume et n'autorise personne à assumer, en son nom, toutes
responsabilités en ce qui a trait à la vente de ce produit CFM Majestic, Inc..

8.

Les garanties, telles que décrites dans ce document, ne s'appliquent pas aux
compasants de cheminée ou aux autres accessoires non CFM Majestic, Inc.
utilisés conjointement pour l'installation de ce produit.

9.

La Société n'encourrera aucune responsabilité pour . . .
a) Les refoulements de cheminées ou débordements causés par les

conditions environnementales comme par les arbres, les édifices, les toits,
les côteaux ou les montagnes adjacents.

b) Une ventilation inadéquate ou une pression d'air négative causée par

des systèmes mécaniques comme les fournaises, les ventilateurs, les
sécheuses, etc.

10.

Cette garantie est nulle si:
a) Le foyer a été utilisé dans une atmosphère contaminée par du chlore, du

fluor ou tous autres produits chimiques.

b) Le foyer est assujetti à de longues périodes d'humidité ou de condensation.
c) Des dommages sont causés au foyer, à la chambre de combustion. à

l'échangeur de chaleur ou aux autres composants par de l'eau ou par la
température qui est le résultat mais sans y être limité, d'une mauvaise
installation de cheminée/ventilation.

d) Toute altération, abus volontaire, accident ou mauvais usage du produit

annulera cette garantie.

Les portes en verre ne sont pas garanties contre le bris causé par un mauvais
usage ou un accident.
Les pièces en laiton devraient être nettoyées qu'avec de l'essence de citron. Les
nettoyeurs de laiton ne peuvent pas être utilisés. La Société ne sera pas
responsable pour, et ne garantit pas les pièces en laiton qui sont endommagées
par des conditions chimiques externes ou de refoulement.

1. Communiquez avec votre détaillant. Assurez-vous que vous avez votre

2. NE TENTEZ PAS D'EFFECTUER DES REPARATIONS VOUS-MEME.

PORTES EN VERRE & PIECES PLAQUEES LAITON

SI UN SERVICE SOUS GARANTIE EST REQUIS . . .

garantie, votre reçu de caisse ainsi que le numéro de modèle/série de votre
produit CFM Majestic, Inc.

CFM Majestic, Inc.

410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7885

www.vermontcastings.com

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