Empire Comfort Systems MILLIVOLT 3 Series Quick start guide

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B-VENT ZERO CLEARANCE
GAS FIREPLACE
MILLIVOLT MODELS:
BVD34FP30(F,L)N-3
BVD36FP30(F,L)N-2
BVP42FP30(F,L)N-2
IPI ELECTRONIC MODELS:
BVD34FP70(F,L)N-1
BVD36FP70(F,L)N-1
BVP42FP70(F,L)N-1
NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS A PRIMARY HEAT
SOURCE. This appliance is tested and approved as
either supplemental room heat or as a decorative
appliance. It should not be factored as primary heat
in residential heating calculations.
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 certied
kit is used.
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
ammable vapors and liquids in the vi-
cinity 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 suppli-
er, call the re department.
— Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualied installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
HOT GLASS
DO NOT TOUCH
NEVER
WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
WARNING
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.
INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
UL FILE NO.
MH45034
WARNING
If not installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions, this product could expose you to sub-
stances in fuel or from fuel combustion which
can cause death or serious illness.
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SECTION PAGE
Important Safety Information ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Information for Users of Propane Gas............................................................................................................. 4
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Specications.............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Fireplace Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................. 6
Clearances.................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Locating Fireplace ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Gas Supply .............................................................................................................................................................. 8-9
Installation ............................................................................................................................................................10-11
Venting................................................................................................................................................................. 12-13
Log Placement (BVD34 and BVD36) (5 Log Set)..................................................................................................... 14
Log Placement (BVP42) (4 Log Set) ........................................................................................................................ 15
Operating Instructions.......................................................................................................................................... 16-17
Standing Pilot Wiring Diagram.................................................................................................................................. 18
Standing Pilot Lighting Instructions........................................................................................................................... 19
Standing Pilot Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................. 20
Standing Pilot Propane Gas Conversion ............................................................................................................. 21-22
IPI Electronic System Operating Instructions ........................................................................................................... 23
IPI Electronic System Wiring Diagram...................................................................................................................... 24
Intermittent Pilot Lighting Instructions ...................................................................................................................... 25
Intermittent Control System Troubleshooting....................................................................................................... 26-28
Intermittent Pilot Propane Gas Conversion ......................................................................................................... 29-30
Maintenance and Service ......................................................................................................................................... 31
BVD34 Parts List ...................................................................................................................................................... 32
BVD34 Parts View .................................................................................................................................................... 33
BVD36 Parts List ...................................................................................................................................................... 34
BVD36 Parts View .................................................................................................................................................... 35
BVP42 Parts List....................................................................................................................................................... 36
BVP42 Parts View .................................................................................................................................................... 37
FBB4 Optional Variable Speed Blower Installation.............................................................................................. 38-39
Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions ............................................................................................................ 40
Barrier Screens......................................................................................................................................................... 41
Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................................................ 41
Decorative Accessories ............................................................................................................................................ 42
Appliance Service History.................................................................................................................................... 43-44
Master Parts Distributor List ..................................................................................................................................... 45
How To Order Repair Parts....................................................................................................................................... 45
Quick Reference Guide ....................................................................................................................................... 46-47
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................... 48
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT PANEL INSTALLED
Before enclosing the vent pipe assembly, operate the appliance to ensure it is venting properly.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
1. “Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of trafc and away from furniture and
draperies.”
2. “Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards
of high surface temperature and should stay away to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.”
3. “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
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.”
4. For appliances requiring a barrier, as determined under
Clause 5.15.4: “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.”
5. “If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall
be replaced with the manufacturer’s barrier for this
appliance. ”
6. “Clothing or other ammable material should not be
placed on or near the appliance.”
7. “Any safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for
servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to
operating the appliance” (see Clause 4.1.6).
8. “Installation and repair should be done by a qualied
service person. The appliance should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a professional service
person. More frequent cleaning might be required due to
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, et cetera.
It is imperative that control compartments, burners, and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept
clean.”
9. The instructions for an appliance optionally for use
with glass doors (or equivalent) shall state that, “Only
doors certied with the appliance shall be used.”
10. The instructions for an appliance not intended for use
with glass doors (or equivalent) shall emphasize that
the appliance is not for use with glass doors.
11. Where applicable, provide a means by which the
consumer can identify the barrier, (such as graphic
representation, clear description, or reference marking).
WARNING
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD
Failure to follow the steps outlined below for each appliance
connected to the venting system being placed into operation
could result in carbon monoxide poisoning or death.
The following steps shall be followed for each appliance
connected to the venting system being placed into operation,
while all other appliances connected to the venting system
are not in operation:
1. Seal any unused openings in the venting system.
2. Inspect the venting system for proper size and horizontal
pitch, as required in the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the National Gas and Propane
Installation Code CSA B149.1 and these instructions.
Determine that there is no blockage or restriction,
leakage, corrosion and other deciencies which could
cause an unsafe condition.
3. As far as practical, close all building doors and
windows and all doors between the space in which
the appliance(s) connected to the venting system are
located and other spaces of the building.
4. Close replace dampers.
5. Turn on clothes dryers and any appliance not connected
to the venting system. Turn on any exhaust fans, such
as range hoods and bathroom exhausts, so they are
operating at maximum speed. Do not operate a summer
exhaust fan.
6. Follow the lighting instructions. Place the appliance
being inspected into operation. Adjust the thermostat
so appliance is operating continuously.
7. Test for spillage from draft hood equipped appliances
at the draft hood relief opening after 5 minutes of main
burner operation. Use the ame of a match or candle.
8. If improper venting is observed during any of the
above tests, the venting system must be corrected
in accordance with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA and/or National Gas and Propane
Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
9. After it has been determined that each appliance
connected to the venting system properly vents when
tested as outlined above, return doors, windows,
exhaust fans, replace dampers and any other gas-red
burning appliance to their previous conditions of use.
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SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE GAS
Propane is a ammable gas which can cause res and explosions.
In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. You may
not know all the following safety precautions which can protect
both you and your family from an accident. Read them carefully
now, then review them point by point with the members of your
household. Someday when there may not be a minute to lose,
everyone’s safety will depend on knowing exactly what to do.
If, after reading the following information, you feel you still need
more information, please contact your gas supplier.
PROPANE GAS WARNING ODOR
If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas
because of the odorant put in the Propane Gas. That's your
signal to go into immediate action!
• Do not operate electric switches, light matches, use your phone.
Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.
• Get everyone out of the building, vehicle, trailer, or area. Do
that IMMEDIATELY.
• Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.
• Propane Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas
such as basements. When you have reason to suspect a gas
leak, keep out of basements and other low areas. Stay out until
reghters declare them to be safe.
• Use your neighbor’s phone and call a trained Propane Gas
service person and the re department. Even though you may
not continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again. Do not
re-enter the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
• Finally, let the service man and reghters check for escaped
gas. Have them air out the area before you return. Properly
trained Propane Gas service people should repair the leak,
then check and relight the gas appliance for you.
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell
the odor of the chemical put into the gas. You must nd out if
you can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease
your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your
sensitivity or ability to detect that odor. Sometimes other odors in
the area mask the gas odor. People may not smell the gas odor or
their minds are on something else. Thinking about smelling a gas
odor can make it easier to smell.
The odorant in Propane Gas is colorless, and it can fade under
some circumstances. For example, if there is an underground
leak, the movement of the gas through soil can lter the odorant.
Odorants in Propane Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading
can occur if there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.
The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into
walls, masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will
take some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.
Propane Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity
could vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may
be more odor at lower levels.Always be sensitive to the slightest gas
odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately
go into action as instructed earlier.
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
• Learn to recognize the odor of Propane Gas. Your local Propane
Gas Dealer can give you a “Scratch and Sniff” pamphlet. Use
it to nd out what the propane odor smells like. If you suspect
that your Propane Gas has a weak or abnormal odor, call your
Propane Gas Dealer.
• If you are not qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform service,
or make adjustments to appliances on the Propane Gas system.
If you are qualied, consciously think about the odor of Propane
Gas prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service
or making adjustments.
• Sometimes a basement or a closed-up house has a musty
smell that can cover up the Propane Gas odor. Do not try to
light pilot lights, perform service, or make adjustments in an
area where the conditions are such that you may not detect
the odor if there has been a leak of Propane Gas.
• Odor fade, due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of
new cylinders and tanks, is possible. Therefore, people should
be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders
are placed in service. Odor fade can occur in new tanks, or
reinstalled old tanks, if they are lled and allowed to set too
long before relling. Cylinders and tanks which have been out
of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause
odor fade. If such conditions are suspected to exist, a periodic
sniff test of the gas is advisable. If you have any question
about the gas odor, call your Propane Gas Dealer. Aperi-
odic sniff test of the Propane Gas is a good safety measure
under any condition.
• If, at any time, you do not smell the Propane Gas odorant and
you think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the
same immediate action recommended above for the occasion
when you do detect the odorized Propane Gas.
• If you experience a complete “gas out,” (the container is under
no vapor pressure), turn the tank valve off immediately. If the
container valve is left on, the container may draw in some air
through openings such as pilot light orices. If this occurs, some
new internal rusting could occur. If the valve is left open, then
treat the container as a new tank. Always be sure your con-
tainer is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container
before it goes completely empty or having it relled before it is
completely empty.
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INTRODUCTION
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.
2. Installer must have owner ll out and mail warranty card supplied
with the replace.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the replace.
This is a B-Vent gas appliance and must be installed with a listed
B-Vent vent system. The information contained in this manual pertains
to all models and gas control systems unless otherwise noted.
WARNING
This unit is not for use with solid fuels.
Appliance Certication
This replace is design certied in accordance with American
National Standard/CSA Standard ANSI Z.21-50/CSA 2.22 and by
Underwriters Laboratories as a Vented Gas Appliance and shall be
installed according to these instructions.
Consult your local building code agency, prior to installation, to ensure
compliance with local codes-including permits and inspections.
The replace, when installed, must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in absence of local codes, with
the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70 if an external electrical
source is utilized.
These models may be installed in a bedroom or bed-sitting room
in the U.S.A.
Qualied Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
performed only by a qualied agency. The term “qualied agency”
means any individual, rm, corporation or company which either in
person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for
(a) the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in
such work, familiar with all precautions required and has complied
with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54* Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, or CSA B149.1 in
Canada. *Available from the American National Standards Institute,
Inc. 11 West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The installation must be
made by a licensed plumber or gas tter in the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
requires that a exible appliance connector cannot exceed three
feet in length.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not
shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person
and company making the change.
WARNING
ANY CHANGE TO THIS FIREPLACE OR ITS CONTROLS
CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Improper installation or use of the replace can cause
serious injury or death from re, burns, explosions, or
carbon monoxide poisoning.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.
High Altitude
When installing this unit at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the
United States) it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
changing the existing burner orice to a smaller size. Generally,
input should be reduced 4 percent for each 1000 feet above sea
level. However, if the heating value of the gas has been reduced,
this general rule may not apply. Check with local gas utility for proper
orice size identication.
Canadian High Altitude
Altitude: 0-4500 feet (0-1370 m)
When installing this unit at an elevation above 4500 feet (in Canada),
check with local authorities.
Consult your local gas utility for assistance in determining the proper
orice for location.
Preparation
This gas replace and its components are tested and safe when
installed in accordance with this Installation Manual. Report to your
dealer any parts damaged in shipment, specically check glass
condition. Do not install unit with damaged, incomplete, or substitute
parts. Read all instructions before starting installation and follow
these instructions carefully during installation to insure maximum
benet and safety. Failure to follow them will void your warranty and
may present a re hazard.
The warranty will be voided by, and the warrantor disclaims any
responsibility for the following actions:
• Installation of any damaged replace or vent system component.
• Modication of the replace or vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Empire Comfort Systems,
Inc.
• Improper positioning of the logs, glass door, optional accessories
or decorative rock.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not manufactured
or approved by manufacturer.
Glass Specications
Optional glass door kits manufactured with tempered glass
may be installed in hazardous locations such as bathtub
enclosures as dened by the Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC). The tempered glass has been tested and certied to the
requirements of ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 CFR 1202
(Safety Glazing Certication Council SGCC# 1595 and 1597.
Architectural Testing, Inc. Reports 02-31919.01 and
02-31917.01).
This statement is in compliance with CPSC 16 CFR Section
1201.5 "Certication and labeling requirements" which refers
to 15 U.S. Code (USC) 2063 stating "...Such certicate shall
accompany the product or shall otherwise be furnished to any dis-
tributor or retailer to whom the product is delivered."
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Figure 1
Dim BVD34 BVD36 BVP42
A37" 940mm 39" 990mm 43" 1092mm
B34" 864mm 36" 914mm 40" 1,016mm
C22 7/8" 581mm 24 7/8" 632mm 24 7/8" 632mm
D35 5/8" 905mm 37 5/8" 956mm 37 5/8" 956mm
E32 3/4" 832mm 34 3/4" 883mm 34 3/4" 883mm
F14 7/8" 378mm 18 3/8 467mm 18 3/8" 467mm
G6 3/8" 162mm 6 3/8" 162mm 6 3/8" 162mm
H5 7/8" 149mm 8 3/8" 213mm 6 3/8" 162mm
I24 1/2" 622mm 22 1/2" 572mm 26 1/2" 673mm
J12 1/4" 311mm 11 1/4" 286mm 13 1/4" 337mm
K1 1/4" 32mm 1 1/4" 32mm 1 1/4" 32mm
L31 3/4" 807mm 33 3/4" 857mm 33 3/4" 857mm
M32 11/16" 830mm 34 11/16" 881mm 34 11/16" 881mm
N2 1/16" 53mm 2 1/16" 53mm 2 1/16" 53mm
O5 5/8" 143mm 5 5/8" 143mm 5 5/8" 143mm
P4 7/8" 124mm 4 7/8" 124mm 4 7/8" 124mm
NOTE: Air shutter settings are factory minimum settings. Some
venting congurations may require minor air shutter adjustments
for optimum performance.
RIGHT SIDE VIEW
J
H
GAS CONTROLS BEHIND LOWER
LOUVER OR UNDER SLIDING
HEARTH ACCESS DOOR
K
K
LM
M
G
O
N
P
G
SPECIFICATIONS
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
BVD34FP BVD36FP BVP42FP
Input Btu/hr
Maximum 21,000 25,000 30,000
KWH (Maximum) 6.2 7.3 8.8
B-Vent Size 4" Diameter 6" Diameter 6" Diameter
NATURAL (STANDARD)
Orice #44 (.086)
P-252
#42 (.0935)
P-286
#37 (.104)
P-213
Air Shutter Opening 1/8" (3.2mm) 1/8"(3.2mm) 1/8" (3.2mm)
*PROPANE (CONVERSION KIT REQUIRED)
Orice 1.35mm
P-289
1.45 mm
P-208
1.65mm
P-250
Air Shutter Opening 5/16" (7.9mm) 5/16" (7.9mm) Full Open
Height without
standoff
32 3/4"
(832mm)
34 3/4"
(883mm)
34 3/4"
(883mm)
Width 37" (940mm) 39" (990mm) 43" (1,092mm)
Depth 14 7/8"
(378mm)
18 3/8"
(467mm)
18 3/8"
(467mm)
Gas Inlet Shutoff
Valve (Pipe) 1/2 NPT 1/2 NPT 1/2NPT
*NOTE: Refer to page 21 for millivolt valve conversion kit numbers. Refer
to page 29 for IP valve conversion kit numbers.
REMOTE CONTROL
OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES DESCRIPTION
FRBC Millivolt Battery Remote On/Off
FWS-1 Direct Ignition/Millivolt Wall Switch
GAS CONVERSION KITS
Conversion Kit Conversion Type Used On
BVCK34P Natural To Propane BVD34FP30
BVCK36P Natural To Propane BVD36FP30
BVCK42P Natural To Propane BVP42FP30
38146 Natural To Propane BVD34FP70
38147 Natural To Propane BVD36FP70
38148 Natural To Propane BVP42FP70
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Mantel Chart (Figure 3)
12”
TOP EDGE OF FIREPLACE
12”(305mm)
10”(254mm)
MANTEL
COMBUSTIBLE TRIM AND MANTELS
ALLOWED IN SHADED AREA
1/4”
(6.35mm)
3”
4”
5”
6”
8”
10 3/4”
3/4”
1½”
21/4”
3”
33/4”
4½”
6”
8”
1”
2”
Figure 3
Clearances (Figure 4)
Clearance from top front edge of replace to ceiling is 36"
Clearance from side of replace to adjacent sidewall is 6".
Figure 4
Figure 5
NOTE: When you install your Fireplace on
wall corner positions, a minimum of 6 inches
clearance must be maintained from the
perpendicular side wall and the screened
opening of the appliance.
Figure 2
Combustible Material
No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type
should be placed on or attached to the replace. The ow of
heat can ignite combustibles.
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
Back 0" (0 mm)
Side 0" (0 mm)
Floor 0" (0 mm)
Top Stand-off 0" (0 mm)
Top Framing Edge 1" (25mm)
SEE MANTLE CHART FOR
MAXIMUM MANTLE DEPTH
NAILING
FLANGES
GLASS FRONT
(OPTIONAL)
TOP FRAMING
LEDGE
FINISHED WALL
(COMBUSTIBLE)
SEE MANTLE CHART
FOR MINIMUM HEIGHT
OF MANTLE ABOVE UNIT
2"x4" HEADER
STAND OFF
3" (76 mm) HEIGHT
ABOVE TOPOF
FIREPLACE
CLEARANCES
LOCATING FIREPLACE
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GAS SUPPLY
The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left
side of the appliance. Consult the current National Fuel Gas
Code,ANSI Z223.1 CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code.
RECOMMENDED GAS PIPE DIAMETER
Pipe
Length
(Feet)
Schedule 40 Pipe
Inside Diameter
Tubing, Type L
Outside Diameter
NaturaL Propane Natural Propane
0-10 1/2"
12.7mm
3/8"
9.5mm
1/2"
12.7mm
3/8"
9.5mm
11-40 1/2"
12.7mm
1/2"
12.7mm
5/8"
15.9mm
1/2"
12.7mm
41-100 1/2"
12.7mm
1/2"
12.7mm
3/4"
19mm
1/2"
12.7mm
101-150 3/4"
19mm
1/2"
12.7mm
7/8"
22.2mm
3/4"
1.9 mm
NOTE: Never use plastic pipe. Check to conrm whether your
local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
NOTE: Since some municipalities have additional local
codes, it is always best to consult your local authority and
installation code.
The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:
—ANSI Z21.24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal
Tubing and Fittings.
—ANSI Z21.45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors
of Other Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by
the authority having jurisdiction. The Commonwealth of
Massachusetts requires that a exible appliance connector
cannot exceed three feet in length.
Figure 6
Gas Supply Pressure (inches w.c.)
Minimum Normal Maximum
Natural Gas 4.5" 7.0" 14.0"
Propane Gas 10.8" 11.0" 14.0"
Manifold Pressure (inches w.c.)
Normal (HI)
Natural Gas 3.5"
Propane Gas 10.0"
Installing a New Main Gas Shut-Off
Each appliance should have its own manual gas shut-off.
Amanual main gas shut-off should be located in the vicinity of
the unit. Where none exists, or where its size or location is not
adequate, contact your local authorized installer for instal-
lation or relocation.
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be
resistant to the action of liqueed petroleum gases. The gas
lines must be checked for leaks by the installer. This should
be done with a soap solution watching for bubbles on all
exposed connections, and if unexposed, a pressure test
should be made.
Never use an exposed ame to check for leaks. Appliance
must be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve
and pipe capped or plugged for pressure test. Never
pressure test with appliance connected; control valve
will sustain damage!
NOTE: The millivolt gas controls are 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.
On direct ignition valves, hex plugs may be replaced with
hose ttings for pressure checks, then reinstalled before
operating replace.
When using copper or ex connector use only approved
ttings .
The appliance and it’s individual shut off valve must be
disconnected from supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig
(3.5kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
Attention! If one of the procedures results in pressures in
excess of 1/2 psig (14" w.c.) (3.5 kPa) on the replace gas
valve, it will result in a hazardous condition.
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FROM FRONT OF
APPLIANCE TO
GAS LINE HOLE
3½”
GAS LINE HOLE
BVD34 SERIES-10”
BVD,P (36,42)-13½”
Figure 7
BURNER
ASSEMBLY
REAR TAB (BURNER BASE)
LOCATIONS
FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTOR
GAS SUPPLY LINE
FIREBOX BOTTOM
CUTOUT ACCESS
SLIDING
VALVE ACCESS
COVER
PIEZO
IGNITER
Figure 8
GAS SUPPLY (CONT'D)
Checking Manifold Pressures
Both Propane and Natural Gas valves have a built-in pressure
regulator in the gas valve. Natural Gas models will have a
manifold pressure of approximately 3.5" w.c. (.871kPa) at
the valve outlet with the inlet pressure to the valve from a
minimum of 4.5" w.c. (1.120kPa) for the purpose of input
adjustment to a maximum of 14.0" w.c. (3.484kPa). Propane
Gas models will have a manifold pressure approximately 10.0"
w.c. (2.49kPa) at the valve outlet with the inlet pressure to the
valve from a minimum of 10.8" w.c. (2.68kPa) for the purpose
of input adjustment to a maximum of 14.0" w.c. (3.484kPa).
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INSTALLATION
Framing and Finishing
1. Choose unit location.
2. Frame in replace with a header across the top. It is
important to allow for the nished face thickness when
setting the depth of the frame. See Figures 9 & 11.
3. Attach replace to framing using (4) adjustable nailing
anges. Preset depth to suit facing material (adjustable
to 1/2", 5/8" or 3/4" depths).
4. Use (8) 1/2" hex-head screws supplied in hardware
package to screw through slotted holes in nailing anges,
then screw into pre-drilled holes on replace side. Measure
from face of replace to face of the nailing anges to
determine nal depth.
NAILOR OTHER SUITABLE FASTENER
MOUNTING
BRACKETS
Figure 9
Vent Pipe Clearance
NOTE: Maintain one inch (1") of clearance around vertical
vent pipe. Follow the B-Vent system instructions for installation
requirements and clearances. Failure to follow the B-Vent
manufacturer's instructions may cause improper draft and
possible re hazard.
B-
TO
COMBUSTIBLES
Figure 10
Install the Fresh Air Kit - BVA1
A fresh air kit is available as an optional feature with this
appliance. The fresh air kit helps to decrease the amount
of room air taken by utilizing outside air for combustion. It is
strongly recommended that it be installed. Installation of the
fresh air kit should be performed at the framing stage of the
replace installation.
The fresh air kit installs on the left side of the replace.
To install the BVA1 fresh air kit, refer to the installation
instructions provided with the kit.
NOTE: The outside air kit can terminate at any level with
the exception that it must terminate at least 1 ft below the
vent termination cap. The fresh air kit inlet hood should be
positioned at least 2 ft above the ground level, in a manner
that will not allow snow, leaves, etc. to block the inlet.
WARNING
Exhaust products of gasoline engines are hazardous.
The outside air must not be taken from a garage
space, attic spaces, basements, or above the roong
where other heating appliance, fans, or chimneys
exhaust or utilize the air.
Framing (Figure 11)
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the replace is
set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate
wall covering and replace facing material. The replace
framing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. The
framing headers may rest on the replace standoffs. Refer
to Figure 11 for minimum framing dimensions.
CAUTION
Measure replace dimensions and verify framing
methods, and wall covering details before framing
construction begins
Framing dimension "A" includes a three inch
clearance for standoffs on rebox.
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