FMI (V)GL36PN Safety guide

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NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)GL36PN AND (V)GL36PNE
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)GL36PNP AND (V)GL36PNEP
3-SIDED (PENINSULA), VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR YOUR SAFETY
— Donotstoreorusegasolineoranyotherammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS :
• Donottrytolightanyappliance.
• Donottouchanyelectricalswitch;
• Donotuseanyphoneinyourbuilding.
• Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor’s
phone.Followthegassupplier’sinstructions.
• Ifyoucannotreachyourgassupplier,callthere
department.
— Installationandservicemustbeperformedbyaquali-
edinstaller,serviceagencyorthegassupplier.
WARNING:Iftheinformationintheseinstructionsis
not followed exactly, a re or explosion may result
causingpropertydamage,personalinjuryordeath.
PFS
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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion,serviceormaintenancecancauseinjuryorprop-
ertydamage.Refertothismanualforcorrectinstallation
and operational procedures. For assistance or addi-
tionalinformationconsultaqualiedinstaller,service
agency or the gas supplier.
NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL
CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
SAVE THIS BOOK
Thisbookisvaluable.Inadditiontoinstructingyouon
howtoinstallandmaintainyourappliance,italsocon-
tainsinformationthatwillenableyoutoobtainreplace-
mentpartsoroptionalaccessoryitemswhenneeded.
Keepitwithyourotherimportantpapers.
Thisapplianceisonlyforusewiththetypeofgasindi-
cated on the rating plate.
This appliance is not convertible for use with other
gases.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information ............................................... 3
Dimensions.......................................................... 4
Introduction.......................................................... 5
Selecting Location ............................................... 5
Fireplace Installation............................................ 6
Operating Fireplace........................................... 13
Cleaning and Maintenance................................ 15
Technical Service............................................... 15
Specications .................................................... 15
Wiring Diagrams................................................ 16
Troubleshooting................................................. 17
Replacement Parts and Accessories................. 19
Limited 2-Year Warranty ......................Back Cover

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SAFETy INFORMATION
WARNING: This product
contains and/or generates
chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer or
birthdefectsorotherreproduc-
tiveharm.
IMPORTANT:Readthisowner’s
manualcarefullyandcompletely
before trying to assemble, op-
erate or service this replace.
Improper use of this replace
cancauseseriousinjuryordeath
from burns, re, explosions,
electrical shock and carbon
monoxidepoisoning.
DANGER:Carbonmonoxide
poisoningmayleadtodeath!
This replace is a vented product. This replace
will not produce any gas leakage into your home if
properly installed. This replace must be properly
installed by a qualied service person. If this unit is
not properly installed by a qualied service person,
gas leakage can occur.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of
carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the u, with
headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these
signs, the replace may not have been installed
properly. Get fresh air at once! Have replace
inspected and serviced by a qualified service
person. Some people are more affected by carbon
monoxide than others. These include pregnant
women, people with heart or lung disease or
anemia, those under the inuence of alcohol and
those at high altitudes.
Propane/LP gas and natural gas are both odorless.
An odor-making agent is added to each of these
gases. The odor helps you detect a gas leak. How-
ever, the odor added to these gases can fade. Gas
may be present even though no odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all warnings.
Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to
safe and proper operation of this replace.
WARNING: Any change to
thisreplaceoritscontrolscan
bedangerous.
1. This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This ap-
pliance is not convertible for use with other
gases.
2. For propane/LP replace, do not place propane/
LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate
propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors. To prevent
performance problems, do not use propane/LP
fuel tank of less than 100 lbs. capacity.
3. If you smell gas
• shut off gas supply
• do not try to light any appliance
• do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building
• immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions
• if you cannot reach you gas supplier, call the
re department.
4. Never install the replace
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing or other
ammable objects are less than 42" from
the front, top or sides of the replace
• in high trafc areas
• in windy or drafty areas
5. This replace reaches high temperatures. Keep
children and adults away from hot surfaces to
avoid burns or clothing ignition. Fireplace will
remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow
surfaces to cool before touching.
6. Carefully supervise young children when they
are in the room with replace.
7. A hearth extension is not required with this
appliance. If one is installed, it is for aesthetic
purposes only and does not have to meet the
standard requirements.
8. Turn replace off and let cool before servicing
or repairing. Only a qualied service person
should install, service or repair this replace.
Have replace inspected annually by a quali-
ed service person.
9. You must keep control compartments, burn-
ers and circulating air passages clean. More
frequent cleaning may be needed due to ex-
cessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. Turn off the gas valve and pilot
light before cleaning replace.
10. Have venting system inspected annually by a
qualied service person. If needed, have vent-
ing system cleaned or repaired. See Cleaning
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11. Keep the area around your replace clear of
combustible materials, gasoline and other
ammable vapor and liquids. Do not run re-
place where these are used or stored. Do not
place items such as clothing or decorations on
or around replace.
12. Do not use this replace to cook food or burn
paper or other objects.
13. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper,
cardboard, etc.) in this replace. Use only the
gas type indicated on replace nameplate.
14. This appliance, when installed, must be electri-
cally grounded in accordance with local codes
or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
15. Do not obstruct the ow of combustion and
ventilation air in any way. Provide adequate
clearances around air openings into the combus-
tion chamber along with adequate accessibility
clearance for servicing and proper operation.
SAFETy INFORMATION
Continued
16. Do not install replace directly on carpeting,
vinyl tile or any combustible material other
than wood. The replace must set on a metal
or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the replace.
17. Do not use replace if any part has been ex-
posed to or under water. Immediately call a
qualied service person to arrange for replace-
ment of the unit.
18. Do not operate replace if any log is broken.
19. Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not approved for use
with this replace.
20. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
DIMENSIONS
SIDE VIEW
FRONT VIEW
TOP VIEW
4 1/2"
12" 2 1/2"
24"
40"
36 1/2"
8"
37 1/2"
3 1/4"
40"
9 1/2"
2 1/2"
24"
BACK VIEW
16" 12"
5 1/4"
5 1/2"
9"
13"
2 1/2"
20 1/2"
23"
19 1/4"
19 3/8"
20 5/8"
6"
24"
19 1/4"
4"
6" O.D.
16"
52 1/2"

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Figure 2 - Typical Two-Sided Fireplace
Installation
INTRODUCTION
Models (V)GL36PN/P and (V)GL36PNE/P are
decorative gas appliances that use a millivolt
gas control and piezo pilot or an electronic gas
control valve with an electronic ignition system
respectively. These systems require a 6", B-type
venting system for operation.
The 6" B-type vent is not supplied by FMI PROD-
UCTS, LLC. For installation guidelines, check
your B-vent instructions.
WARNING: This gas appli-
ancemustnotbeconnectedto
achimneyueservicingasolid
fuelburningappliance.
Models (V)GL36PN and (V)GL36PNE are smooth
face units for natural gas only. The (V)GL36PNP
and (V)GL36PNEP are smooth face units for
propane/LP gas only. To determine which type of
gas your unit is approved and tested for, check the
rating plate on the lift-out plate located inside the
rebox under the access panel.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before beginning the installation of your appli-
ance, read these instructions through completely.
This appliance and its approved components are
safe when installed according to this installation
manual and are operated as recommended by
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC. Unless you use FMI
PRODUCTS, LLC approved components tested
for this appliance, YOU MAY CAUSE A FIRE
HAZARD!
The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will be voided
by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC disclaims any respon-
sibility for the following actions :
A) Modication of the appliance or any of the
components manufactured by FMI PROD-
UCTS, LLC unless otherwise permitted by
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC.
B) Use of any component part not approved by
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC in combination with
this appliance.
C) Installation and/or operation in a manner other
than instructed in this manual.
D) The burning of anything other than the type of
gas approved for use in this gas appliance.
This appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70..
The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the current National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
This appliance complies with ANSI Z21.50 as a
Vented Gas Appliance and is listed and tested by
the PFS Corporation.
WARNING: Installation of
thisapplianceshouldbedoneby
a qualied service person well
trained in the installation of such
appliances. You will also need a
building permit from your local
BuildingandSafetyCommissioner
before installing this appliance;
otherwiseyourinsurancecompa-
nymaynotcoverthisappliance.
NOTICE: This appliance is not
intendedtobeusedasaprimary
source of heat.
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efcient location
for your appliance, you must take into consider-
ation the following guidelines:
1. The location must allow for proper clearances
(see Clearances, page 6). Note: This decora-
tive appliance is not designed for outdoor
installation.
2. The location should be in a place where drafts,
air conditioning ducts, windows or doors will
not affect replace heat output.
3. A location that avoids the cutting of joists
or roof rafters will make installation easier.
Figure 2 shows a typical three-sided replace
installation.
IMPORTANT: Side openings must be located at
least 3 feet from facing wall or combustible mate-
rial. End opening must be located at least 1 foot
from facing wall or combustible material.
Existing
Side
Wall
4" From Opening to
Perpendicular Wall Access
Control Panel