Hearth and Home Technologies QV32B-A Assembly instructions

1Quadra-fire • QV32B-A, QV36B-A • 2014-900 Rev. F • 9/06
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinityofthis
oranyotherappliance.
-What to do if you smell gas
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Donot useany phonein yourbuilding.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
thefiredepartment.
- Installationandservicemustbeperformedbya
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
Models:
QV32B-A
QV36B-A
Installers Guide
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLA-
TION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION,
SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN
CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAM-
AGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR
ASSISTANCE ORADDITIONAL INFOR-
MATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED IN-
STALLER, SERVICEAGENCY, OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
Underwriters
Laboratories Listed
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THISAPPLIANCE. THIS INSTALLERS
GUIDE MUST BE LEFT WITH APPLIANCE FOR
FUTUREREFERENCE.
1.This appliance may be installed in an af-
termarket,permanentlylocated,manufac-
tured(mobile)home,wherenotprohibited
bylocalcodes.
2. Thisapplianceisonlyforusewiththetype
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
othergases,unlessacertifiedkitisused.
Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer
with any questions or concerns. For the
number of your nearest Quadra-Fire
dealer,pleasevisitwww.quadrafire.com.
Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2006
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION
IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT
FOLLOWED EXACTLY,AFIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUS-
ING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER-
SONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies
1445 North Highway, Colville, WA 99114
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780403,1418504or other U.S.andforeign patents pending.
IntheCommonwealthofMassachusetts:
• installation must be performed by a licensed
plumberorgasfitter;
SeeTable ofContents forlocation ofadditional
Commonwealthof Massachusettsrequirements.

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These units MUST use one of the vent systems
described in the Installing the Fireplace section of
the Installers Guide. NO OTHER vent systems or
components MAY BE USED.
This gas fireplace 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 USE
a separate vent system. Common vent systems are
PROHIBITED.
INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis to
make sure that no debris is interfering with the air
flow.
The glass door assembly MUST be in place and
sealed, and the trim door assembly MUST be in
place on the fireplace before the unit can be placed
into safe operation.
DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass
door removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of
the glass door should be performed by a licensed
or qualified service person. DO NOT strike or slam
the glass door.
The glass door assembly SHALL ONLY be
replaced as a complete unit, as supplied by the gas
fireplace manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE material
may be used.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door
assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass
door when it is hot.
Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It is
recommended that a qualified service technician
perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of
each heating season.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing
must be replaced before operating this appliance.
DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible
household objects within 36 inches of the fireplace
front.
READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully
before starting the installation. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW these installation instructions may result
in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Prior to the first firing of the fireplace, READ the
Using Your Fireplace section of the Owners Guide.
DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been
under water. Immediately CALL a qualified service
technician to inspect the unit and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.
Installation and repair should be PERFORMED by a
qualified service person. The appliance and venting
system should be INSPECTED before initial use
and at least annually by a professional service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required
due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. It is IMPERATIVE that the unit’s
control compartment, burners, and circulating air
passageways BE KEPT CLEAN to provide for
adequate combustion and ventilation air.
Always KEEP the appliance clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
NEVER OBSTRUCT the flow of combustion and
ventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance
CLEAR of all obstacles and materials for servicing
and proper operations.
Due to the high temperature, the appliance should
be LOCATED out of traffic areas and away from
furniture and draperies. Clothing or flammable
material SHOULD NOT BE PLACED on or near the
appliance.
Children and adults should be ALERTED to the
hazards of high surface temperature and should
STAY AWAY to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be CAREFULLYSUPERVISED
when they are in the same room as the appliance.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety and Warning Information ......................................................... 2
Service Parts Lists ................................................................................. 4
Section 1: Approvals and Codes.......................................................... 9
ApplianceCertification ............................................................................. 9
InstallationCodes .................................................................................... 9
HighAltitude Installations ........................................................................ 9
Requirementsfor theCommonwealth ofMassachusetts........................ 10
Section 2: Getting Started .................................................................. 11
IntroducingtheVillageCollectionGas Fireplaces .................................. 11
Pre-installationPreparation .................................................................... 11
Section 3: Installing the Fireplace..................................................... 14
Constructingthe FireplaceChase .......................................................... 14
Step 1 Locatingthe Fireplace........................................................... 14
Step 2 FramingtheFireplace ........................................................... 15
Step 3 Installing the Vent System .................................................... 18
A. Vent SystemApprovals ................................................... 18
B. Installing Vent Components............................................. 28
C. VentTermination.............................................................. 31
Step 4 Positioning,Leveling, and
Securingthe Fireplace .......................................................... 34
Step 5 TheGas ControlSystems..................................................... 34
Step 6 TheGasSupply Line............................................................. 35
Step 7 GasPressure Requirements................................................. 35
Step 8 Wiring the Fireplace .............................................................. 36
Step 9 Finishing ............................................................................... 37
Step 10 InstallingTrim, Logs,and EmberMaterial ............................. 37
Shutter Settings.................................................................... 37
Placing the Ember Material................................................... 38
Step11 Before Lightingthe Fireplace................................................. 38
Step12 LightingtheAppliance ........................................................... 39
Afterthe Installation ............................................................................... 39
Section 4: Maintaining and Servicing Your Fireplace .................... 40
Section 5: Troubleshooting ............................................................... 41
LimitedLifetime Warranty ...................................................................... 43
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Partnumber liston followingpage.
4
3
5
2
7
1
6
(NG, LP) Exploded Parts Diagram
Service Parts QV32B-A
Beginning Manufacturing Date: 6-03
Ending Manufacturing Date: ______
8Log Set Assembly
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11 10
9
13
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AVAILABLE
TO SHIP IN
24 HOURS
ITEM STANDING PILOT IGNITION SERIAL # PART NUMBER
Burner Orifice NG (#38C) 582-838 Y
Burner Orifice LP (1.55mmC) 582-8155 Y
1 Andirons, Cast 80784
2 Burner Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 2014-004 2014-014 Y
3 Glass Door Assembly GLA-550TRS Y
4 Log Grate 2014-001
5 Base Pan NG, LP 2014-100
6 Refractory Kit (Sold as set only) BRICK-293-2
7 Junction Box 100-250A Y
8 Log Set Assembly LOGS-2014 Y
9Log1 SRV2014-701
10 Log 2 SRV2014-703
11 Log 3 SRV2014-702
12 Log 4 SRV780-707
13 Log 5 SRV2014-704
Pilot Orifice NG Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 446-505
2103-116 Y
Pilot Orifice LP Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 446-517
2103-117 Y
Thermocouple Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 446-511 2103-511 Y
Thermopile Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 060-512 2103-512 Y
Lava Rock 060-721
Mineral Wool 050-721
Exhaust Restrictor 530-299
Glass Latch Assembly 386-122A Y
Regulator NG Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 060-518 230-1570 Y
Y
Regulator LP Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 060-519 230-1520 Y
Y
ACCESSORIES
Fan Kit GFK-160A
Wall Switch Kit, Off-white WSK-21-HTI
Wall Switch Kit, White WSK-21-W-HTI
Conversion Kit NG Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 NGK-2014
NGKS-2014 Y
Conversion Kit LP Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 LPK-2014
LPKS-2014 Y
Door Front - Remington Ave. DF-32RA-BK
Door Front - Remington Ave. DF-32RA-HP
Door Front - Sun Prairie Operable DF-32SPO-BK
Door Front - Sun Prairie Operable DF-32SPO-HP
Door Front - Sun Prairie Operable DF-32SPO-VC
Door Front - Town Square DF-32TS-BK
Door Front - Town Square DF-32TS-HP
Door Front - Harmony Hall DF-32HH-BK
Hood, Black SRV550-175
Hood, Hammered Pewter SRV550-175-HP
Hood, Hammered Pewter SRV550-175-HP
(NG, LP) Service Parts List
IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. The most current information is located on your
dealersVIP site.When ordering,supplyserial andmodelnumbers toensure correctserviceparts.
QV32B-A
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11
12
13
1
2
34
5
7
6
8 Log Set Assembly
10
(NG, LP) Exploded Parts Diagram
Service Parts QV36B-A
Beginning Manufacturing Date: 6-03
Ending Manufacturing Date: ______
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(NG, LP) Service Parts List
IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. The most current information is located on your
dealersVIP site.When ordering,supply serialandmodel numbersto ensurecorrect serviceparts.
QV36B-A
AVAILABLE
TO SHIP IN
24 HOURS
ITEM STANDING PILOT IGNITION SERIAL # PART NUMBER
Burner Orifice NG (#38C) 582-838 Y
Burner Orifice LP (1.55mmC) 582-8155 Y
1 Andirons, Cast 80784
2Burner Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 2014-004 2014-014 Y
3 Glass Door Assembly GLA-550TRS Y
4 Log Grate 2014-001
5 Base Pan NG, LP 2014-100
6 Refractory Kit (Sold as set only) BRICK-293-2
7 Junction Box 100-250A Y
8 Log Set Assembly LOGS-2014 Y
9 Log 1 SRV2014-701
10 Log 2 SRV2014-703
11 Log 3 SRV2014-702
12 Log 4 SRV780-707
13 Log 5 SRV2014-704
Pilot Orifice NG Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 446-505
2103-116 Y
Pilot Orifice LP Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 446-517
2103-117 Y
Thermocouple Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 446-511 2103-511 Y
Thermopile Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 060-512 2103-512 Y
Lava Rock 060-721
Mineral Wool 050-721
Exhaust Restrictor 530-299
Glass Latch Assembly 386-122A Y
Regulator NG Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 060-518 230-1570 Y
Y
Regulator LP Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 060-519 230-1520 Y
Y
ACCESSORIES
Fan Kit GFK-160A
Wall Switch Kit, Off-white WSK-21-HTI
Wall Switch Kit, White WSK-21-W-HTI
Conversion Kit NG Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 NGK-2014
NGKS-2014 Y
Conversion Kit LP Pre 10-06
Post 10-06 LPK-2014
LPKS-2014 Y
Door Front - Remington Ave. DF-32RA-BK
Door Front - Remington Ave. DF-32RA-HP
Door Front - Sun Prairie Operable DF-32SPO-BK
Door Front - Sun Prairie Operable DF-32SPO-HP
Door Front - Sun Prairie Operable DF-32SPO-VC
Door Front - Town Square DF-32TS-BK
Door Front - Town Square DF-32TS-HP
Door Front - Harmony Hall DF-32HH-BK
Hood, Black SRV550-175
Hood, Hammered Pewter SRV550-175-HP
Hood, Hammered Pewter SRV550-175-HP
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(NG, LP) Exploded Parts Diagram
Service Parts QV32B-A, QV36B-A
Beginning Manufacturing Date: 6-03
Ending Manufacturing Date: ______
AVAILABLE
TO SHIP IN
24 HOURS
ITEM DESCRIPTION SERIAL # PART NUMBER
1ON/OFFRockerSwitch 060-521A Y
2ValveNG PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 060-522 230-0710 Y
2 Valve LP PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 060-523 230-0720 Y
3 Flexible Gas Connector 530-302A Y
4 Valve Plate Gasket 530-431
5BurnerNeckGasket 2046-407
6PilotAssemblyNG PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 530-510A 2103-010 Y
6 Pilot Assembly LP PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 530-511A 2103-011 Y
7WireAssembly 049-552a
8 Valve Bracket PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 2025-101 2025-101, 2044-155
9 Flex Ball Valve Assembly 302-320A Y
10 Piezo Ignitor 291-513 Y
11 Pilot Control Knob PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 291-530 571-531
12 Flame Control Knob PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 291-531 571-534
13 Control Panel PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 291-119 291-125
14 Shutter Bracket Assembly 2026-017 Y
Pilot Bracket PRE 10-06
POST 10-06 2065-117 N/A
Shutter Sleeve 2026-130
Standing Pilot Ignition
ValveAssembly
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2
9
10
8
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1Approvals and
Codes
NOTE: THESE MODELS ARE UL LISTED TO UL307B,
THE STANDARD FOR GAS-BURNING HEATINGAPPLI-
ANCES FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES AND RECRE-
ATIONALVEHICLES.
Installation Codes
Thefireplaceinstallationmustconformtolocalcodes.Before
installing the fireplace, consult the local building code
agency to ensure that you are in compliance with all
applicable codes, including permits and inspections.
Inthe absenceof localcodes,the fireplaceinstallation must
conform to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (in
theUnitedStates)ortheCAN/CGA-B149InstallationCodes
(in Canada). The appliance must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes with the National Electric CodeANSI/NFPANo. 70
(intheUnitedStates),ortothe CSAC22.1CanadianElectric
Code(inCanada).
Thesemodels maybe installedin abedroomor bed-sitting
room in the U.S.A. and Canada.
Appliance Certification
The Village Collection fireplace models discussed in this
InstallersGuide havebeen testedtocertification standards
and listed by the applicable laboratories.
Certification
MODELS: QV32B-A,QV36B-A
LABORATORY: UnderwritersLaboratories
TYPE: Vented Gas Fireplace Heater
STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88•CSA2.33•UL307B
HighAltitude Installations
U.L.Listed gasappliances aretestedand approvedwithout
requiringchanges forelevations from0 to2,000 feetin the
U. S.A. and in Canada.
Wheninstalling thisappliance atan elevationabove 2,000
feet, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
changingthe existingburner orificeto asmaller size.Input
rate should be reduced by 4% for each 1000 feet above a
2000 foot elevation in the U.S.A. or 10% for elevations
between2000and4500 feetin Canada.If theheatingvalue
of the gas has been reduced, these rules do not apply. To
identify the proper orifice size, check with the local gas
utility.
Ifinstallingthis applianceat anelevation above4,500 feet
(in Canada), check with local authorities.

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For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment
installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes, including those
owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the
side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7)
feetabove finishedgradeinthe areaof theventing,includ-
ing but not limited to decks and porches, the following re-
quirements shall be satisfied:
Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Atthe timeof installationof theside wallhorizontal vented
gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gasfitter
shallobservethat ahard wiredcarbon monoxidedetector
with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the floor
level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addi-
tion,theinstallingplumberorgasfittershall observethat a
battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector
with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the
dwelling,building orstructure servedby theside wallhori-
zontalvented gasfueledequipment. Itshall betherespon-
sibilityof thepropertyowner tosecure theservicesof qual-
ifiedlicensed professionalsfor theinstallationof hardwired
carbonmonoxide detectors.
In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fu-
eledequipment isinstalled ina crawlspace oran attic,the
hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and bat-
tery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor
level.
In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can
not be met at the time of completion of installation, the
ownershall havea periodofthirty (30)days tocomplywith
theaboverequirements;provided,however,that duringsaid
thirty(30) dayperiod, abatteryoperated carbonmonoxide
detector with an alarm shall be installed.
Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Eachcarbon monoxidedetectoras requiredinaccordance
withthe aboveprovisions shallcomply withNFPA720and
beANSI/UL2034 listed and IAS certified.
Signage
Ametalor plasticidentification plateshall bepermanently
mountedto theexteriorof thebuildingata minimumheight
of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the ex-
haust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled
heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read, in
print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS
VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OB-
STRUCTIONS”.
Inspection
Thestateor localgas inspectorof theside wallhorizontally
ventedgas fueledequipmentshall notapprovethe installa-
tionunless,uponinspection, theinspector observescarbon
monoxidedetectorsandsignageinstalledinaccordancewith
theprovisionsof 248CMR 5.08(2)(a)1through 4.
Exemptions
Thefollowingequipmentisexemptfrom248CMR5.08(2)(a)1
through4:
• Theequipment listedin Chapter10 entitled“Equipment
Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition
of NFPA54 as adopted by the Board; and
• ProductApproved side wall horizontally vented gas fu-
eled equipment installed in a room or structure sepa-
ratefromthe dwelling,buildingorstructureused inwhole
orinpart forresidential purposes.
MANUFACTURERREQUIREMENTS
Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
Whenthe manufacturerof ProductApprovedside wallhor-
izontallyventedgas equipmentprovides aventing system
designor ventingsystem componentswith theequipment,
the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installa-
tionof theequipment andthe ventingsystemshall include:
• Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting
system design or the venting system components; and
• A complete parts list for the venting system design or
ventingsystem.
Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall
horizontallyvented gasfueled equipmentdoesnotprovide
the parts for venting the flue gases, but identifies “special
venting systems”, the following requirements shall be sat-
isfiedbythemanufacturer:
• Thereferenced“specialventingsystem”instructionsshall
beincluded withthe applianceorequipment installation
instructions;and
• The“specialventingsystems” shallbeProductApproved
by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall
includea partslist anddetailed installationinstructions.
A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Ap-
provedside wallhorizontally ventedgasfueled equipment,
all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting instruc-
tions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain
with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the
installation.
See Gas Connection section for additional Common-
wealth of Massachusetts requirements.
NOTE: The following requirements reference various
Massachusetts and national codes not contained in
this document.
Requirements for the Commonwealth of
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2Getting Started
Introducing the Village Collection
Gas Fireplaces
TheVillageCollectiondirectventgasfireplacesaredesigned
tooperate withall combustionair siphonedfrom outsideof
thebuildingand allexhaust gasesexpelled tothe outside.
The information contained in this Installers Guide, unless
noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control
systems.Gasfireplace diagrams,includingthedimensions,
are shown in this section.
Pre-install Preparation
Thisgasfireplace andits componentsare testedand safe
when installed in accordance with this Installers Guide.
Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass. Do not install any
unit with damaged, incomplete, or substitute parts.
The vent system components and trim doors are shipped
in separate packages. The gas logs are packaged
separately and must be field installed.
Read all of the instructions before starting the
installation. Follow these instructions carefully during
the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
Failure to follow these instructions will void the
owner’s warranty and may present a fire hazard.
The Quadra-Fire Warranty will be voided by, and Hearth &
Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, the
followingactions:
• Installation of any damaged fireplace or vent system
component.
• Modification of the fireplace or direct vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies .
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
• Installationand/or useofany componentpartnotmanu-
facturedand approvedbyHearth&HomeTechnologies,
not withstanding any independent testing laboratory or
other party approval of such component part or acces-
sory.
ANY SUCH ACTION MAY POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE
HAZARD.
When planning a fireplace installation, it’s necessary to
determine:
•Where the unit is to be installed.
•Theventsystem configurationto beused.
•Gas supply piping.
•Electricalwiring.
•Framingand finishingdetails.
•Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,
wallswitch,or remotecontrol—are desired.
If the fireplace is to be installed on carpeting or tile, or on
any combustible material other than wood flooring, the
fireplaceshouldbe installedon ametal orwood panelthat
extends the full width and depth of the fireplace.

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Figure 1. Diagram of the QV36B-A
30-11/16
(779mm) 1/2
(13mm)
15-5/16
(389mm)
16-3/8
(414mm)
8-3/4
(223mm)
Ø 6-5/8
(168mm)
15-7/8
(402mm)
37-3/4
(960mm)
ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
3-9/16
(90mm)
6-7/8
(174mm)
40-15/16
(1040mm)
36-1/8
(917mm)
35-5/8
(905mm)
25
(635mm)
40
(1016mm)
GAS LINE
ACCESS
2-1/8
(55mm)
5-1/16
(129mm)
Ø 8
(203mm)
TOP
STANDOFFS
GAS
CONTROLS ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
GAS
ACCESS RATING PLATE/ LABELS

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Figure 2. Diagram of the QV32B-A
TOP
STANDOFFS
GAS
CONTROLS ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
GAS
ACCESS RATING PLATE/ LABELS
Ø6-5/8
(168mm)
25-11/16
(653mm)
12-7/8
(326mm)
1/2
(13mm)
16-3/8
(414mm)
8-13/16
(223mm)
15-7/8
(402mm)
3-1/3
(90mm)
32-9/16
(828mm)
Ø8
(203mm)
21-7/16
(545mm)
6-7/8
(174mm)
ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
32-1/8
(815mm)
31-1/8
(790mm)
36
(913mm)
2-1/8
(55mm)
35-7/16
(901mm)
GAS LINE
ACCESS 5-1/16
(129mm)

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3Installing the Fireplace
Step 1. Locating the Fireplace
Thefollowingdiagramshows spaceandclearancerequire-
ments for locating a fireplace within a room.
Minimum Clearances
from the Fireplace to Combustible Materials
Inches mm
Glass Front......................................36........ 914
Floor .................................................0........... 0
Rear ................................................ 1/2 ........ 13
Sides .............................................. 1/2 ........ 13
Top (QV36B-A) .............................3 1/4....... 83
(QV32B-A) .............................1 1/2....... 38
Ceiling* ............................................31........ 787
Clearance Requirements
Thetop andback ofthefireplace aredefined bystand-offs.
The minimum clearance to a perpendicular wall extending
past the face of the fireplace is 3 inches (76mm). The back
of the fireplace may be recessed 16 1/4 inches (413mm)
into combustible construction.
For minimum clearances, see the direct vent termination
clearancein Figures30 and31.
Minimum Clearances
from the Vent Pipe to Combustible Materials
Inches mm
Vertical Sections. ............. 1 ................ 25
Horizontal Sections
Top..................................... 3 ................ 75
Bottom ............................... 1 ................ 25
Sides ................................. 1 ................ 25
At Wall Firestops
Top..................................... 3 ................ 75
Bottom ............................... 1 ................ 25
Sides ................................. 1 ................ 25
* Theclearancetotheceilingismeasuredfromthetop
of the unit, excluding the standoffs (see Figure 37).
Thedistance fromthe unittocombustible constructionis to
be measured from the unit outer wrap surface to the com-
bustible construction, NOT from the screw heads that se-
curethe unittogether.
ABC*D*E*
QV36B-A 42” 16 1/4” 31 7/8” 45” 63 3/4”
QV32B-A 37” 16 1/4” 29 3/8” 41 1/2” 58 3/4”
1/2 “ MIN. (13mm)
C
3” MIN. (76mm)
A
B
D
E
Figure 4. Fireplace Dimensions, Locations,
and Space Requirements
Constructing the Fireplace Chase
A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose the
gasfireplace and/orits ventsystem. Vertical ventsthatrun
on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to
be, installed inside a chase.
CAUTION: TREATMENT OF FIRESTOP SPACERS AND
CONSTRUCTIONOFTHE CHASEMAYVARYWITH THE
TYPE OF BUILDING. THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT
SUBSTITUTES FOR THE REQUIREMENTS OF LOCAL
BUILDINGCODES. THEREFORE,YOURLOCAL BUILD-
ING CODES MUST BE CHECKED TO DETERMINE THE
REQUIREMENTSFOR THESESTEPS.
Factory-builtfireplace chasesshouldbe constructed inthe
manner of all outside walls of the home to prevent cold air
draftingproblems. Thechase shouldnot breakthe outside
buildingenvelopeinany manner.
Thismeans thatthe walls,ceiling,base plateandcantilever
floorof thechaseshould beinsulated.Vaporand airinfiltra-
tionbarriers shouldbe installedinthe chaseasper regional
codes for the rest of the home.Additionally, the inside sur-
facesmay besheetrocked andtapedfor maximumair tight-
ness.
To furtherprevent drafts,the firestopsshouldbecaulked to
seal gaps. Gas line holes and other openings should be
caulked or stuffed with insulation. If the unit is being in-
stalledon acement slab,alayer ofplywood maybeplaced
underneathto preventconducting coldupinto theroom.Be
sureto includesparkarrestors forwoodburningunits ifthey
arerequired.
THECHASESHOULDBECONSTRUCTEDSOTHATALL
CLEARANCES TO THE FIREPLACEARE MAINTAINED
AS SPECIFIED WITHIN THIS INSTALLERS GUIDE.
*If venting with (2) 900elbows off rear of unit
the dimensions C, D and E will change.

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Figure 5. Framing Dimensions
Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.
WARNING:
To ensure proper clearances the front
framing header must be installed on its
narrow edge and to the front of the frame.
The framing headers may rest
on the fireplace stand-offs.
VENT
FRAMING
HOLE
ED
Model A B C D E*
QV36B-A 42” 38-1/4” 16-1/4” 41” 27-7/8”
QV32B-A 37” 33” 16-1/4” 36-1/2” 24-3/8”
A
B
C
Step 2. Framing the Fireplace
Fireplaceframing canbe builtbefore orafter thefireplace
isset inplace.Framing shouldbepositioned toaccommo-
datewall coveringsand fireplacefacingmaterial. Thedia-
grambelow showsframingreference dimensions.
CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING
DETAILSBEFOREFRAMING.
*The center of the framing hole is one (1)
inch (25.4mm) above the center of the
horizontal vent pipe.
WALL STUD
NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZON
E
IS DEFINED BY 3” ABOVE THE
ELBOW FOR THE ENTIRE
WIDTH AND DEPTH (BEHIND THE
FRONT HEADER) OF THE FIREBOX.
3 1/2”
3 ”

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NOTE: PIPES OVERLAP 1-1/4 INCHES
(34.93mm)AT EACH JOINT.
Figure 6. DVP-Series Direct Vent Component Specifications (5-inch inner pipe / 8-inch outer pipe)
DVP90ST
12-9/16
11-1/4
7-1/4
1-1/4 TYP
1/2 TYP
8-9/16
DVP36
DVP48
48
24
36
4
6
DVP4
DVP6
12
DVP12
2
MIN.
DVP12A
12-3/16
MAX.
DVP24
9-7/8
45.0
O
10-1/4
DVP45
14-1/4

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NOTE: PIPES OVERLAP 1-3/8 INCHES
(34.93mm)AT EACH JOINT.
Figure 7. SL D-Series Direct Vent Component Specifications (4-inch inner pipe / 6 5/8-inch outer pipe)
120”
(3048mm)
24”
(610mm)
36”
(914mm)
60”
(1524mm)
9 1/4
6 5/8
6 1/2 6 3/8
6 1/2 9 5/8
9 5/8
6 5/8
6 3/8
8 3/4
SL-09D
12-17
SL-12/17D (SL12-17D) SL-24D SL-36D SL-48D
47 3/4
35 3/4
23 3/4
SL-45D
SL-90D
SL-17/24D
(SL17-24D)
17-24
SL-06D
SL-12D
5 3/4
6 5/8
6 1/2
11 3/4
SL-FLEX-2
SL-FLEX-10
SL-FLEX-5
SL-FLEX-3

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!
Figure 8. Vent System Components and Termination Kits
Step 3. Installing the Vent System
A. Vent System Approvals
These models have vent starting collars on both the top
and the back of the unit. Depending upon the installation,
decide which ONE set of starting collars will be used to
attachthe ventsystem. Thestartingcollar sealingcapmust
remainonthe startingcollar NOTused.
These models use SL-D-series, direct vent components
when using the TOP vent collars. This pipe is tested and
listedas anapproved componentofthe fireplace.Thepipe
is tested to be run inside an enclosed wall. There is no
requirementfor inspectionopeningsat eachjointwithin the
wall.Thereis norequired pitchfor horizontalvent runs.
Thesemodelsalsouse DVP-seriesdirect ventcomponents
whenusing theREAR vent collars.
The flame and ember appearance may vary based on the
typeof fuelburned andthe ventingconfiguration used.
Vent System Termination Kits Vent System Components
WARNING: YOU MUST NOT MIX DVP-SERIES
ANDSLD-SERIESCOMPONENTSINANYVENT
SYSTEMCONFIGURATION.
Identifying Vent Components
Approvedvent systemcomponents arelabeled foridentifi-
cation. NO OTHER VENTING SYSTEMS OR COMPO-
NENTS MAY BE USED. Detailed installation instructions
are included with each vent termination kit and should be
used in conjunction with this Installers Guide. Figure 8
shows vent system components and terminations.
The vent systems installed on this gas fireplace may in-
clude one, two, or three 90°elbow assemblies. The rela-
tionshipsof verticalrise tohorizontal runin ventconfigura-
tions using 90° elbows MUST BE strictly adhered to. The
risetorunrelationshipsare shownin theventing drawings
andtables.Refertothediagrams onthenextseveralpages.
NOTE: Two 45° elbows may be used in place of one
90° elbow. Maximum and minimum rise to run ratios
must always be maintained in the vent system when
using 45° elbows.
* For use with flex vent only.
*
**
(Required
to have a
minimum of 3
feet of vertical
in the vent
system)
(There MUSTbe a25%
reduction in total H
when using the snorkel
cap except when using
the simple up and out
installation (see Fig. 9)
(For use with both DVP
and SL-D venting)
HORIZONTAL
TERMINATION
WALL
FIRESTOP
90 DEGREE
ELBOW
VERTICAL
TERMINATION
STORM COLLAR
ROOF FLASHING
HORIZONTAL PIPE
SUPPORT
PIPE LENGTH
WALL BRACKET
CEILING
FIRESTOP
SLK-991DA
SLK-01TRD
SLK-01TRF
DVP-TVHW
SL D-SERIES
DVP-SERIES
SL-FLEX2-01TRF
(SL-Series)
(SL-Series)
DVP-TRAP
DVP-TB1
DVP-TV
PVK-80
SLK-SNKD

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STRAIGHTUP
VERTICALVENTING
V(FT.)
45'MAX.
Figure 10.
Straight up Vertical Venting
Use SL D-Series
components only.
NOTE: Forverticalventing
over 20 feet a restrictor
plate is recommended for
improvedflameappearance.
STRAIGHTOUT HORIZONTALVENTING
H
Max. Run
36" (914 mm)
Use DVP-Series
components only.
Figure 11. Straight Out Horizontal Venting
H
90-DEGREE
ELBOWS
Use two 900elbows for corner installations.
The use of two 900elbows in a corner installa-
tion will affect space requirements (see Fig. 4)
Figure 9.
Flex Vent
The flex vent must be supported with the spacing between
supportintervals notexceeding4 feet,withnomore than½
inchsag betweensupports.
A support is required at each change in venting direction,
and in any location where it is necessary to maintain the
necessaryclearancetocombustibles.Asimple “upand out”
installation(Figure9) requiresonlyenoughsupport tomain-
tainthenecessaryclearance tocombustibles.However, the
vent attachment point and the firestop location are consid-
eredtobe supports.
3” CLEARANCE TERMINATION
CAP
FLEX-VENT
1”
CLEARANCE
V
CAP

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V H
1' MIN. (305mm) 2' MAX. (610mm)
2' MIN. (610mm) 4' MAX. (1.22m)
3' MIN. (914mm) 6' MAX. (1.86m)
4' MIN. (1.22m) 8' MAX. (2.4m)
V+H=40' MAX. (12.4m)
H = 8' MAX. (2.4m)
Figure 12. Venting with One 90° Elbow
Figure 13. Venting with One 90° Elbow
Use SL D-Series
components only.
Use DVP-Series
components only.
V
H
H
V
NOTE: There MUST be a 25%
reduction in total H when using
flex vent except when using
the simple up and out installa-
tion (see Figure 9).
V (MIN.)
90oElbow on Top
1 FT (305mm)
2 FT (610mm)
3 FT (914mm)
4 FT (1.22m)
5 FT (1.52m)
VENTING WITH ONE (1) 90oELBOW NATURAL GAS
H MAX. = 16FT (4.8m) V + H MAX. = 40 FT (12.2m)
H (MAX.)
2 FT (610mm)
3 FT (914mm)
4 FT (1.22m)
6 FT (1.86m)
8 FT (2.48m)
16 FT (4.8m)
VENTING WITH ONE (1) 90oELBOW PROPANE
V (MIN.) H (MAX.)
90oElbow on Top NOTALLOWED
1 FT (305mm) 2 FT (610mm)
2 FT (610mm) 4 FT (1.22m)
3 FT (914mm) 6 FT (1.86m)
4 FT (1.22m) 8 FT (2.48m)
5 FT (1.52m) 16 FT (4.8m)
H MAX. = 16 FT (4.8m) V + H MAX. = 40 FT (12.2m)