Hargrove RMBE-PO User manual

Installation and service must be provided by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
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INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR
HARGROVE VENTED GAS LOGS
High Capacity Millivolt Gas Valve (RMBE-PO)
CAUTIONS
1. This valve should be installed only by
a qualified service technician trained
in gas safety equipment.
2. Turn off the gas supply before
installing the valve.
3. All piping must meet applicable local
codes and ordinances and the
National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA NO.54)
4. All wiring must meet the applicable
electrical codes and ordinances.
5. Assure that the complete system is
operating according to the
manufacturer’s instructions after
installing the Parts Only Kit.
6. Prior to installation, verify
conformance with the log unit’s
installation instructions.
7. Assure that all the piping is free of
any foreign matter.
FOR YOUR SAFTEY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR
FLAMMABLE VAPORS IN THE VICINITY OF
THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
1. Open windows.
2. Extinguish all open flames.
3. Do not try to light any appliance.
4. Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use the phone in your building.
5. Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
6. If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
WARNING
To avoid a potential fire hazard, do not
disassemble or attempt to repair the safety
gas valve. Disassembly, reassembly or
internal adjustment could cause the valve
to malfunction, resulting in property
damage, personal injury, or death. If the
control valve does not operate properly
following the installation or service,
replace the unit.
INSTALLING A HARGROVE SAFETY GAS VALVE
IN A LOCATION OTHER THAN SPECIFIED IN THIS
MANUAL WILL VOID THE WARRANTY EXCEPT
WHEN THE SAFETY GAS VALVE IS INSTALLED
OUTSIDE THE FIREBOX IN A SAFE AND PROPER
INSTALLATION AND ACCESS IS PROVIDED FOR
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE SYSTEM. A
QUALIFIED INSTALLER MUST MAKE
INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENTS.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may
occur resulting in property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
REV 081716

PARTS LIST
GAS CONNECTION
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1 RSTPGNG-48 THERMOPILE PILOT ASSEMBLY
2 RSBMV-C HIGH CAPACITY MILLIVOLT GAS VALVE
3 HSRS425 VALVE HEAT SHIELD
4 49-8-12 (2) ¾” MIP X ½” FLARE ELBOW
5 1AC-3 3” ALLUMINUM FLAR CONNECTOR
6 50-8-8 (2) 1/2” MIP X ½” FLARE ELBOW
7 PRB-8-6 ½” TO 3/8” PIPE REDUCING FITTING
8 N-6x1.5 3/8”x1.5” PIPE NIPPLE
9 FCNW-22-8 NON WHISLTING FLEX GAS CONNECTOR
10 WS-KIT WIRE & WALL SWITCH
Check that the gas is turned off. Any remote kits should be installed on the burner at this point, refer
to instructions with kit for that installation.
The gas supply line should be ½” inside diameter (ID) up to 30 feet and ¾” for longer distance.
Connect the valve assembly to the burner pan and install the pilot on the back of the burner pan using
the 2 supplied screws. Use the non-whistling flex connector provided in the burner kit to connect the
gas valve to the gas supply.
6
9
10
5
4
3
2
1
MILLIVOLT WIRING SCHEMATIC
***If installing a remote
control, thermostat, or timer,
attach the leads from the
optional item to the same
terminals as the switch on
the Millivolt Valve.
SWITCHING DEVICES:REMOTE,
TIMER, THERMOSTAT
THERMOPILE
8
7
4

Read the lighting instruction plate attached to the gas valve
or located at the end of these instructions.
Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise until the
knob will not turn any longer. This is the “OFF” position. The word
off should be at the 12 o’clock position on the control knob.
--Slightly push in on pilot knob and turn valve to the “PILOT”
position. Push the knob in all the way and hold in. Immediately
light the pilot. (The pilot is located on the back right corner of the
burner pan) Continue to hold the knob for at least 30 seconds
after the pilot is lit. Release the knob and the pilot should remain
lit.
Turn the burner to the “ON”, (the burner will not turn on without
a switching device and the valve knob in the on position.) the
pilot flame should ignite the main burner within 4 seconds.
Carefully check the connections for leaks using a soapy
solution.
NOTE- if the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the
control off and call a technician.
RSBMVNG-C
RSTPG-48
Thermopile
Pilot Flame
Turn the gas supply on and check connection for leaks using a soapy solution.
NOTE- at this point install and program any remote kits, refer to the instructions provided with
those kits for installation.
GAS CONNECTION (CONTINUED)
LIGHTING THE PILOT
49-8-12 (GAS INLET)
N-6X1.5
RSTPG-48
BURNER
HEAT SHIELD INSTALLATION
NOTE: Install the heat shields provided in the burner kit
failure to do so will void the warranty.
Place the white superwool inside the heat shield and install
over the regulator and gas control valve.
PRB-12-8
50-8-12
1AC-3

1. STOP! Read the safety information above on this
label.
2. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn
clockwise to “OFF”.
NOTE: Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to
“OFF” unless knob is pushed in slightly. Do not force
the knob.
3. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If
you then smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety
information above on this label. If you don’t smell
gas, go to next step.
Gas Inlet
Control Knob
Pilot
RSTPG-18
Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to “OFF”. Do not force control knob.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
4. Find the pilot –follow the metal tube from gas
control behind the burner pan.
5. Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise
to “PILOT”.
6. Push in control knob all the way and hold in.
Immediately light the pilot with a match.
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 3 –7.
If knob does not pop up when released, stop
and immediately call your service technician or
gas supplier. If pilot will not stay lit after
several tries, turn the gas control knob to
‘OFF’ and call your gas supplier
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
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A. This appliance has a pilot, which must
be lit by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow
these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the
appliance 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 appliance.
*Do not touch any electric switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
*Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
*If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the
gas control knob. Never use tools. If the
know will not push in or turn by hand, do
not try to repair it. Call a qualified service
technician. Force or attempted repair
may result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has
been under water. Immediately call a
qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the
control system or gas control which has
been under water.
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE
LIGHTING