Element4 Optica User manual

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Installation, Operation and
Owner’s Manual
Optica
Bioptica
Direct Vent
Gas Fireplaces
HOT GLASS WILL Une surface vitrée chaude
CAUSE BURNS. peut causer des brûlures.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS Laisser refroidir la surface
UNTIL COOLED. vitrée avant d’y toucher.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN Ne permettez jamais á un enfant
TO TOUCH GLASS. de toucher la surface vitrée.
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.
Une barrière conçu pour réduire le risque de brûlure par le verre de visualisation chaude est fournie avec cet appareil et doit
être installé pour la protection des enfants et autres personnes à risque.
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.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other 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 re department.
- Installation and service must be performed
by a qualied installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could
result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
- Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres vapeurs
ou liquides inammables 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 á aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir des
téléphones se trouvant dans le bátiment ou vous trouvez.
• Quitter immédiatement le bâtiment.
• Appelez immédiatment 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.
- Installation et l’entretien doivent être effectués par un
installateur qualié, une agence de service ou le fournisseur
de gaz.
AVERTISSEMENT:
INCENDIE OU D’EXPLOSION
Le non-respect des avertissements de sécurité à la
lettre pourrait entraîner de graves blessures , la mort
ou des dommages matériels.
Product
Information
Optica
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Aug. 8, 2016
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Important Safety Information..................................................................................................3
Key Installation Points ................................................................................................................6
User Information...........................................................................................................................7
Specications and Dimensions ...............................................................................................8
Optica 9
Bioptica 10
Parts of the Fireplace 11
Clearances.................................................................................................................................... 13
Locating the Fireplace 13
Placing the Fireplace 13
Clearances to Combustibles 14
Clearances to Non-Combustibles 14
Mantel Clearances 15
Convection Clearances 16
Gas and Electric.......................................................................................................................... 17
Venting.......................................................................................................................................... 18
Conguration 18
Venting Charts 21
Venting Clearances 22
Enclosing the Fireplace ........................................................................................................... 24
Non-Combustible Materials List 24
Building the Enclosure 25
Reduced Clearance To Existing Walls 25
Convection Air Opening 30
Cold Climate Installation 32
Wall Access Door (Locating & Mounting) 32
Installing the Fire Media ......................................................................................................... 33
Screen Installation..................................................................................................................... 35
Operating the Fireplace .......................................................................................................... 39
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................... 46
Glass 45
Burner 47
Pilot 47
Thermocouple 48
Venting 48
Replacement Parts.................................................................................................................... 48
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................... 49
Massachusetts Certication........................................................................... Appendix One
Troubleshooting Flowchart .......................................................................... Appendix Two
Installing the Optional Wall Switch.......................................................... Appendix Three
Connecting To A Smart Home System................................................... .. Appendix Four
Index ...............................................................................................................................................---
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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CAUTION - HOT! HOT! HOT!
This appliance is a HEATING appliance and it does become very hot in operation.
UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, DO NOT PLACE any object, furniture, draperies or other item LESS THAN 36”/90 cm IN
FRONT OF THE GLASS OF THE FIREPLACE.
CHILDREN AND PETS
Radiant heat can heat surfaces such as the surround and trims of the replace to temperatures that, although approved
safe, can be quite uncomfortable to touch - particularly for children and pets. Children and pets should always be
supervised when in the room where the appliance is located. Remote control handset should be kept out of reach of
children. In the presence of children, we STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you install in front of the replace: a re screen or,
to protect young toddlers, a “hearth gate”.
HOT SURFACES
Be aware that, although safe, some combustible materials and nishes, even though installed
at listed clearances may, over time, discolor, warp or show cracks.
Convective heat will exit the unit and travel up the wall surface if not impeded. Protruding
mantels and projections can help direct the heat away from the wall. AVOID placing heat
sensitive items such as televisions, paintings, decorations, etc. above replaces or near the
edge of protrusions unless appropriate.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Make yourself fully aware of all the following instructions and the many features of the Element4
direct vent gas replace appliance.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
OWNER: Keep this manual for future reference.
Do not place furniture or
other objects within 36” of
the replace glass.

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WARNING
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of
high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition.
WARNING
This direct vent system appliance must be installed as an
OEM installation in manufactured homes (USA only) or
an aftermarket permanently located, or a mobile home,
where not prohibited by local codes and must be
installed in accordance with Manufacturer’s instructions
and the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, in the United States, or
the Standard for Installation in Mobile Homes, CAN/CSA
Z240 MH Series, in Canada.
If the information in these instructions is not followed
exactly a re or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.
WARNING: Installation and Service
Installation and service must be performed by an
authorized qualied installer, service agency or gas
supplier.
Any alteration to the product that causes soot or carbon to
form and results in damage is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
ONLY a qualied person may open the door/remove the
glass.
Do not modify or substitute any part of this appliance.
WARNING: Glass Handling
The glass must only be removed by a qualied person.
Gloves should be worn when removing the glass.
WARNING: Electrical Grounding
These direct vent appliances must be electrically
grounded in accordance with the local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with National Electric code, ANSI/
NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C22.1
WARNING: Gas Appliance
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. These appliances are not
convertible for use with other gases unless a certied kit
is used and the conversion is performed by an authorized
qualied technician.
Applicable standards are ANSI Z21.50/CSA 2.22 (Vented
Gas Fireplaces) and CAN/CGA 2.17-M91 (Gas-red
Appliances for Use at High Altitudes.) If your installation
is at an elevation greater than 2000’ in the US or 4500’
in Canada, consult with the local authority having
jurisdiction for gas product installations to determine their
specic requirements for high altitude installations.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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This gas 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 BE a separate vent system.
Common vent systems are prohibited.
This unit MUST be used with a vent system as described
in this installation manual. NO OTHER VENT SYSTEM OR
COMPONENTS MAY BE USED.
INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis to make
sure that no debris, plants, trees, or shrubs are interfering
with the air ow.
NEVER OBSTRUCT the ow of ventilation air. Keep the
front of the appliance CLEAR of all obstacles and materials
for servicing and proper operation.
The glass panels MUST be in place and sealed before the
unit can be placed into safe operation.
DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass panels
removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass
panels should be performed by a licensed or qualied
service person. DO NOT strike or slam the glass panels.
The glass panels SHALL ONLY be replaced by units
supplied by the manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE panels
shall be used.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the panels. DO NOT
ATTEMPT to clean the glass panels when they are hot.
TURN OFF the gas before servicing the appliance. It is
recommended that a qualied service technician perform
an appliance check-up/service once a year.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing MUST BE
REPLACED before operating this appliance.
THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL, and must
only be used with gas supply conditions as indicated on
the rating label.
DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a quali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.
DO NOT use this appliance as a temporary source of heat
during construction.
This appliance is a vented gas replace. It must not be
used for any other purposes such as drying clothes, etc.
If the pilot ame is extinguished either intentionally or
unintentionally, no attempt should be made to re-light the
gas until at least 3 minutes have elapsed.
Dimensions will appear as INCHES”/metric throughout
this manual. For convenience, the inches are rounded to
the nearest 1/16” when converted. If greater accuracy is
required, use the metric dimensions.

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KEY INSTALLATION POINTS
• The installer MUST record the serial number and venting conguration to use for any technical issues that
may arise.
• An approved 120V AC wall receptacle is required. The receiver MUST be powered by the AC adapter. (4) AA
batteries may be used only for on-demand electrical requirement during power outage.
• When installing the re media make sure to NEVER mix dierent types of media or use media purchased
from another retailer. ALWAYS keep the second thermocouple AND pilot free from media.
• The convection air outlets MUST be installed BEFORE the rst light. The amount of square inches needed
for the opening varies from model to model.
• ONLY a tested and approved non-combustible wallboard that is specied in the manual may be used when
enclosing the replace.
• The venting MUST follow the model specic graph shown in the manual. A restrictor may or may not need
to be used based on venting run and rise.
• REMEMBER that if the replace is installed before the site is nished, construction debris MUST be cleaned
from the enclosure and around the unit prior to nishing and the test re.
• Gas pressures MUST be read with a manometer and conrmed with what is required in the installation manual.
• A ⁄”/3 mm gap between the ange and the enclosing wallboard MUST be maintained to prevent cracking
from heat expansion and contraction.
RECORDS
ELECTRICAL
FIRE MEDIA
CONVECTION AIR
ENCLOSING THE FIREPLACE
VENTING
CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS
GAS PRESSURES
FINISHING
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
This page references the most important key installation points when installing any Element 4 replace. This
page DOES NOT substitute for reading the entire manual.

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USER INFORMATION
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WARMTH AND BEAUTY  HOW IT WORKS
The Element4 replaces are direct vent replaces and, as such, the intake and exhaust are both handled through the vent pipe. The
replace also provides convection air to your room. The illustration shows one of the unique features of the Element4 replaces - its
use of warm, convection air ow.
Other replaces have louvered metal boxes around them to keep temperatures under control. The Element4 replaces use your
enclosing walls, or chase, to guide this warm air. This design, therefore, requires the use of non-combustible wall materials and gives
you beauty for your eort.
When the air within the chase is warmed by the replace, it rises and exits through the Convection Air Outlet. This chase air is then
replaced by room air which enters the chase through the Room Air Inlet and through the Wall Access Door. As the exiting warm air
cools, it falls to the oor where it's drawn into the inlets and the cycle repeats.
The replace provides the inlet for room air as part of its design; you provide the warm air outlet as part of your design.
See the ENCLOSING the FIREPLACE section of this manual for more information.
Warm Air Out
Site-built Chase
Room Air In
Access Door
Warm Air Out
Room Air In

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SPECIFICATIONS and DIMENSIONS
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APPLIANCE RATINGS
ModelOptica
Bioptica
Gas Natural Gas Propane
Input Maximum Btu/hr 30,730 26,300
Input Minimum Btu/hr 17,070 8,535
Maximum Supply
Pressure
in. w.c. 7 11
kpa 1.74 2.74
Minimum Supply
Pressure
in. w.c. 4 8
kpa 1 2
Manifold Pressure
Maximum
in. w.c. 2.0 10.6
kpa 0.5 2.64
Manifold Pressure
Minimum
in. w.c. 0.8 1.4
kpa 0.2 0.34
Main Burner Injector Marking 1200 380
Pilot Injector Marking 31.2 27.1
Eciency 83%
AC Adapter Connection (arrow)
AC ADAPTER SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage 120V AC
Input Power 9 W
Output Voltage 6V DC
Output Current 500 mA
Size 3.1”H x 2”W x 1.7”D
Output Cord Length 6 Feet
Agency Approvals UL, CSA
AC Adapter
A typical rating label is shown above. It is attached to every
Element4 fireplace and contains important certification
information. It must not be removed from the replace.

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SPECIFICATIONS and DIMENSIONS
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OPTICA
OPTICA
A DWG le is available for download at www.europeanhome.com for design specic dimensions not listed.
Letter Inches Millimeters
A 5⁄ 150
B 34¼ 869
C 42⁄ 1084
D 2⁄ 71
E 32⁄ 814
F ⁄ 15
G 11⁄ 295
H 37⁄ 961
I 35 889
J 26½ 672
K 3⁄ 96
L 8⁄ 224
M 11⁄ 297
N 5⁄ 138

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SPECIFICATIONS and DIMENSIONS
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BIOPTICA
BIOPTICA
A DWG le is available for download at www.europeanhome.com for design specic dimensions not listed.
Letter Inches Millimeters
A 5⁄ 150
B 34¼ 869
C 42⁄ 1084
D 2⁄ 71
E 32⁄ 814
F ⁄ 15
G 11⁄ 319
H 37⁄ 961
I 35 889
J 26½ 672
K 3⁄ 96
L 8⁄ 224
M 12⁄ 319
N 6⁄ 160

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PARTS OF THE FIREPLACE
The various parts of the Optica replace are shown below. These parts are typical of any Element4 replace.
1
2
3
45
7
89
10
12
15
6
6
Table of Fireplace Parts
Outer Frame Face- surrounds the glass panel(s) and limits the non-combustible wall board
Exterior Glass Panels (1 -Optica, 2 - Bioptica)
Support Feet - four adjustable feet allow the replace to be levelled
Hearth Panel - supports various Fire Media
Primary Burner - produces the front ame
Flange
Pilot Thermocouple - the part of the safety circuit which lights the Main Burner
2nd Thermocouple - the part of the safety circuit which monitors the Main Burner
Finish Trim - hides the Glass Clamps
Room Air Inlet (hidden)
Glass Clamp - holds the Glass Panel in place
Vent Collar - accepts the 5” x 8” venting adapter (included)
Relief Door - part of the safety system. Do NOT block the operation.
Pilot Assembly
Side Trim - hides the Glass Clamps
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10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
12
13
14
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Fireplace from below
3
3
3
3
13
713
Table of Fireplace Parts
Outer Frame Face- surrounds the glass panel(s) and limits the non-combustible wall board
Exterior Glass Panels (1 - Optica, 2 - Bioptica)
Support Feet - four adjustable feet allow the replace to be levelled
Hearth Panel - supports various Fire Media
Primary Burner - produces the front ame
Flange
Pilot Thermocouple - the part of the safety circuit which lights the Main Burner
2nd Thermocouple - the part of the safety circuit which monitors the Main Burner
Finish Trim - hides the Glass Clamps
Room Air Inlet (hidden)
Glass Clamp - holds the Glass Panel in place
Vent Collar - accepts the 5” x 8” venting adapter (included)
Relief Door - part of the safety system. Do NOT block the operation.
Pilot Assembly
Side Trim - hides the Glass Clamps
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10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
12
13
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CLEARANCES
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These are NOT zero-clearance fireplaces. All clearances to
combustible AND non-combustible materials MUST be maintained
as described in this manual.
LOCATING THE FIREPLACE
When selecting a location for the replace:
• Ensure that all minimum clearances to combustible AND non-
combustible materials are met.
• Provide adequate clearances for servicing.
• Consider venting dimensions (rise, run and number of
elbows, etc.) when selecting the location for your replace.
• Locate the appliance out of trac and away from furniture
and draperies.
• Keep the location free of electrical, plumbing or other
heating/air conditioning ducting.
PLACING THE FIREPLACE
The base upon which the appliance rests must be sturdy, level
and built to safely support at least 500 pounds/230 kilograms.
The base may be the oor or a purpose-built raised platform, e.g.
wood, metal. When placed on a platform, an 8”/203 mm x 6”/152
mm opening must be cut through the platform top. The lineset
can be routed through this opening. Room air must be allowed
to ow through the Wall Access Door then through this opening.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
• The appliance is approved with a minimum clearance to
combustible materials of 26”/660 mm to the top, 11”/28 0
mm on all sides and 4”/100 mm to the bottom. Any spacer
or framing used closer than this dimension must be non-
combustible (e.g. metal).
• The minimum distance from the bottom of the appliance to
the room ceiling is 72”/1830 mm.
• When installing the venting, the following clearances to
combustible materials MUST be maintained:
a. 3”/76 mm above any horizontal venting
b. 1”/25 mm to venting sides or below any horizontal
venting
• Do not block or restrict the Room Air Inlet, located between
the stando frame and glass.
The minimum clearances (air spaces) to combustible materials
must be maintained. It is of the greatest importance that the
replace and vent system be installed only in accordance with
these instructions.
Clearance to combustibles summary:
Back: 11”/280 mm
Sides: 11”/280 mm
Top: 26”/660 mm
Floor: 4”/100 mm
The Floor dimension (above) is measured from the bottom of
the rebox. When the adjustable feet are in their lowest position
the required clearance to the oor is maintained.
The feet on the appliance are designed to sit on a at platform,
however the appliance must not be installed on any combustible
material other than wood. For example, carpet or linoleum bases
are not permitted.
Do not place anything between the bottom of the rebox and the
bottom of the feet.
ENSURE THAT THE LINESET (WHICH INCLUDES THE GAS
VALVE, ELECTRICAL WIRING, AND GAS LINES) DOES NOT
IMPEDE THE FULL OPERATION OF THE RELIEF DOORS. IT IS
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF THESE
CRITICAL COMPONENTS THROUGHOUT THE INSTALLATION
PROCESS.

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CLEARANCES
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No material of any kind is allowed between the bottom of the support feet and the bottom of the rebox (except for the
lineset).
No material of any kind is allowed within 2”/50 mm from the top of the replace.
No material of any kind is allowed within 2”/50 mm from the metal sides the replace.
Facing material should be installed against the outer frame of the replace, with an ⁄”/3 mm vertical or horizontal clearance
TO THE FLANGE allow for heat expansion.
Non-combustible materials may be installed to a zero clearance to the outer faces of the appliance outer frame face. However,
they must not cover (or prevent the removal of) the glass panels or other replace parts.
Below the feet materials may be combustible (except for the use of linoleum or carpeting of any type).
These clearances are the same for ALL Element 4 Fireplaces, regardless of model.
Please refer to the “Reduced Clearance to Existing Combustible Wall” section for use of combustibles inside of the above clearances.
Clearances to Combustibles
Sides (Non-Glass Sides ONLY) 11”
Top 26”
Bottom 4”
Clearances to Non-Combustibles
Sides (Non-Glass Sides ONLY) 2”
Top 2”
Bottom 4”
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
CLEARANCES TO NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
ALL MODELS

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CLEARANCES
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MANTELS
The graph below shows a range of allowable depths and heights for a combustible mantel installation.
As shown, the minimum allowable mantel height above the replace opening is 2”/50 mm with a 1”/25 mm deep mantel.
The maximum mantel depth is 12”/300 mm at a minimum height above the replace opening of 13”/330 mm.
All of the mantel height/depth combinations fall in between these extremes in accordance with the chart below.
Mantels made of non-combustible material are allowed inside these dimensions but they will be subjected to elevated
temperatures and may become too hot to touch.
A typical completed installation with mantel is shown in the diagram below, on the right.
A
A
BB
VENT OPENING
800cm² (124In²)
TOTAL MINIMUM
(2") 50
C
SECTION A-A
(36")
900
(36")
900
(36")
900
SECTION B-B
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
NOT PERMITTED IN FRONT
OF GLASS
(2")
50
(11")
280
DETAIL C
SCALE 1 : 10
CONSTRUCTION
BEAMS NON-
COMBUSTIBLE
(TYPICAL)
TOP OF FIREPLACE
OPENING
GLASS
NON COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
DETAIL C
CONVECTION GAP
CONSTRUCTION
BEAMS COMBUSTIBLE
(TYPICAL)
1”/25 mm
12”/300 mm
13”/330 mm
2”/50 mm
INCHES
Mantel Height
Mantel Depth

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CLEARANCES
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The total area of the convection air outlet(s) depends on the replace model. The location of the outlet(s) must allow for the free
movement of air and must not allow excessive convection air to build up within the chase.
The top of the outlet(s) must be at least 1”/25 mm down from the room ceiling.
The top of the outlet(s) must be no more than 1”/25 mm down from the chase ceiling.
The minimum distance from the bottom of the appliance to the room ceiling is 72”/1830 mm.
TYPICAL CLEARANCE DIAGRAMS
Minimum Distances
ARoom ceiling to
appliance bottom
72”
1830 mm
BRoom ceiling to top of
Convection Air Outlet
1”
25 mm
Convection Air Outlet Area by Model
Model Square Inches Square Centimeters
Optica 50 323
Bioptica 50 323
B
A
Convection
Air Outlet

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GAS and ELECTRIC
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INSTALLING THE GAS LINE
Correctly size and route the gas supply line from the supply regulator to the area where the appliance is to be installed as per
requirements outlined in the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54 (USA) or CAN/CSA-B149.1 (Canada).
Never use galvanized or plastic pipe unless specied for use with gas. Refer to the table below for proper sizing of the supply gas
line. Gas lines must be routed, constructed and made of materials that are in strict accordance with local codes and regulations. A
qualied plumber or gas tter should be hired to correctly size and route the gas supply line to the appliance.
Installing a gas supply line from the fuel supply to the appliance involves numerous considerations of materials, protection, sizing,
locations, controls, pressure, sediment trap, and other criteria. The sizing and/or installing of gas piping should only be performed
by a qualied plumber or gastter.
The gas control inlet accepts a ⁄” NPT tting.
This replace is shipped from the factory for use with natural gas. See appendix for LP (propane) conversion instructions.
Schedule 40 Black Iron Pipe
Natural
Gas
Propane
Gas
Length (feet) Inside Diameter (Inches)
0 - 10 ½ ⁄
10 - 40 ½ ½
40 - 100 ½ ½
100 - 150 ¾ ½
150 - 200 ¾ ½
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Element 4 replaces use a receiver and remote control for their burner operation. The remote control comes with (2) AAA
batteries and the receiver is powered by a 120V AC adapter, included. The replace should be powered by the AC adapter for
improved reliability and customer satisfaction.
The installer must provide an approved 120V AC wall receptacle to be placed within the six foot cord limit of the AC adapter.
The receiver MUST be powered by the AC adapter. (4) AA batteries may be used only for on-demand electrical requirement
during a power outage. Remove batteries after use to avoid battery corrosion. Battery corrosion will damage the receiver.
Electrical work must be performed by a qualied, licensed electrician.
All wiring shall be in compliance with all local, city, and state codes.
WARNING

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VENTING
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CONFIGURING THE VENTING
The replaces in this manual are direct vent replaces that use a co-axial or “pipe within a pipe” venting system. The outer “pipe” or vent
conducts fresh, outside air into the replace and the inner vent carries the exhaust outside. This system, which can run either horizontally
throughasidewallorverticallythroughtheroof,producesanecientsystembecause conditionedbuildingairisnotusedfor combustion.
CONFIGURATION
• Only the 4” x 6”direct vent components from the companies listed below are approved for use with these replaces. Any of
the 4” x 6” direct vent components suitable for the local condition are permitted. Please visit www.europeanhome.com/qr-
support or via the QR code below for installation instructions.
• This replace is shipped with a North American venting adapter. It MUST attach to the vent collar of the replace.
• All venting measurements are taken from the top center of the vent collar on the top of the replace and all congurations
must fall within the acceptable range of the venting charts.
• A minimum clearance of 3”/75 mm must be maintained between combustible materials and the top of any horizontal vent
pipe surface; a minimum clearance of 1”/25 mm must be maintained between combustible materials and any other vent pipe
surface.
• The horizontal parts of the venting must be pitched up away from the replace. For every 12” / 305 mm of horizontal run, the
venting must rise ¼”⁄ 6.5 mm toward the termination. The venting must never run downward unless with the use of a power
vent.
• Whenever venting passes through a wall, an approved heat shield or‘wall thimble’must be installed.
• A power vent system is available for venting that falls outside of the venting graphs. Refer to the appropriate power vent
manual for any venting conguration which is outside of the vent graphs shown here.
• Your venting needs to be inspected annually, including any connected components, to ensure that the system is working as
designed.
• In colder climate environments, the replace can be lowered to STANDY BY MODE (Pilot Flame only). This will help maintain a
steady draft within the venting over a period of up to (5) days. See the “Operating the Fireplace”section.
For the power venting installation manuals
please visit the link below.
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APPROVED MANUFACTURERS and COMPONENTS
M&G DuraVent, Inc.
EXCELDirect (ICC - Industrial Chimney Company)
Pro-Form (BDM - Bernard Dalsin Manufacturing)
Direct-Temp (Selkirk Corporation)
AmeriVent Direct Vent
North American Vent Adapter

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VENTING
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Vertical or Horizontal Vent Termination R
45 or 90 degree bends Vertical to Horizontal or vice versa N
45 and 90 degree bends Horizontal to Horizontal Q
Horizontal Pipe Section T
Vertical Pipe Section S
CALCULATING THE TOTAL VERTICAL SECTION (TVS)
Calculate the Total Vertical Section by adding up all vertical upward sections in your specic vent design.
CALCULATING THE TOTAL HORIZONTAL SECTION (THS)
Calculate the Total Horizontal Section by adding up all horizontal sections in your specic vent design.
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CALCULATING THE TOTAL VERTICAL SECTION (TVS)
Calculate the Total Vertical Section by adding up all vertical upward sections in your specic vent design.
CALCULATING THE TOTAL HORIZONTAL SECTION (THS)
Calculate the Total Horizontal Section by adding up all horizontal sections in your specic vent design.
CONFIGURATION
BEWARE OF ELBOWS
Elbows do not help the movement of air through your venting conguration and must be included when determining your minimum
and maximum vent lengths.
45° elbows are calculated as either vertical or horizontal depending on positioning.
There are (2) types of elbows:
TYPE N 45° and 90° elbows from vertical to horizontal and vice versa
-The rst (3) N elbows do not need to be included in venting calculations.
-For every extra N elbow, you must add 40”(1m) to your THS
TYPE Q 45° and 90° elbows from horizontal to horizontal
-For each 90° elbow in the horizontal section you must add 80”(2m) to your THS
-For each 45° elbow in the horizontal section you must add 40”(1m) to your THS
INTERPRETING THE GRAPH RESULTS
Once you have found your total vertical section (TVS) and your total horizontal section (THS) determine where you vent
conguration will terminate on the corresponding venting chart (shown on the next page).
These venting numbers will correlate as follows:
If your venting conguration lands on a block with an “X” the conguration is not possible.
For venting congurations that land on an “X” a power vent option may be available.
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INSTALLING A RESTRICTOR
Some vent congurations may require a restrictor plate be installed. The restrictor for this replace is installed on the inside top of
the replace and is to be slid open or closed. Loosen the screws on either side and slide the restrictor as desired. Do not modify the
restrictor(s). Please use the graph above to determine if you will need to use a restrictor.
35 mm
Loosen these (2) Phillip’s head screws
to slide on/o the restrictor.