Heatilator B-Vent Gas Appliance CB4236MIR User manual

Heatilator • Caliber Mesh BV Series • 4040-848 Rev G • 10/08 1
Model(s):
CB4236MIR
CB4842MIR
B-Vent Gas Appliance
Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
NOTICE
• Leave this manual with
party responsible for use
and operation.
Installation and service of this appliance should be
performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies suggests NFI certified or factory trained
professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI
certified professional.
• Important operating
and maintenance
instructions included.
• Read, understand and follow
these instructions for safe
installation and operation.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable 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.
- Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppli-
er’s instructions.
- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
• Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be
performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
A CO detector shall be installed in the room where the appliance
in installed.
WARNING
This appliance has been supplied with an integral barrier
to prevent direct contact with the fixed glass panel. DO
NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed.
Contact your dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies if the
barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one.
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fireplace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable
materials away.
DO NOT
DO NOT
DISCARD
DISCARD
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation
in manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and
must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions and the manufactured home construction and
safety standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard for
Installation in Mobile Homes, CAN/CSA Z240MH.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas
indicated on the rating plate.

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Listing Label Information/Location
Model Name: ___________________________________________ Date purchased/installed:__________________
Serial Number:__________________________________________ Location on fireplace: _____________________
Dealership purchased from: _______________________________ Dealer Phone: __________________________
Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
A. Congratulations
Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator gas fireplace,
an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning fire-
places. The Heatilator gas fireplace you have selected is
designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and
efficiency.
As the owner of a new fireplace, you’ll want to read and
carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this
owner’s manual. Pay special attention to all cautions and
warnings.
This owner’s manual should be retained for future reference.
We suggest that you keep it with your other important
documents and product manuals.
The information contained in this owner’s manual, unless
noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control
systems.
Your new Heatilator gas fireplace will give you years of
durable use and trouble-free enjoyment. Welcome to the
Heatilator family of fireplace products!
We recommend that you record the following pertinent
information about your fireplace.
The model information regarding your specific fireplace can be found on
the rating plate usually located in the control area of the fireplace.
Homeowner Reference Information
Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance.
Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.
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FOR CANADA
CERTIFIÉ POUR LE
CANADA
Hearth & Home Technologies Inc
1915 W. Saunders Street
Mt. Pleasant, IA 52641
SERIAL
NO. DE SÉRIE
ANSI Standard
MODEL MFG. DATE
MODÈLE DATE DE FAB.
GAS TYPE/TYPE DE GAZ NATURAL/NATUREL PROPANE
ALTITUDE 0-2000 2000-4000 FT/PI 0-2000 2000-4000 FT/PI
MAX INPUT/DÉBIT XX,XXX XX,XXX BTUH XX,XXX XX,XXX BTUH
MIN INPUT/DÉBIT XX,XXX XX,XXX BTUH XX,XXX XX,XXX BTUH
MANIFOLD PRESSURE/PRESSION TUBULAIRE
MAX. XX IN. W.C./C. D'EAU XX IN. W.C./C. D'EAU
MIN. XX IN. W.C./C. D'EAU XX IN. W.C./C. D'EAU
MIN. INLET PRESS. XX IN. W.C./C. D'EAU 1XX IN. W.C./C. D'EAU
FOR THE PURPOSE OF INPUT ADJUSTMENT
PRESS. MIN. D'ALIMENTATION
ORIFICE SIZE
DIAM. DE L'INJECTEUR XX/XX DIA. in./mm XX/XX DIA. in./mm
LESS THAN/MOINS DE 3 AMPÈRES., 115V., 60 Hz
DO NOT REMOVE OR COVER THIS LABEL.
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE - NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.
FOYER À GAZ À ÉVACUATION - NE DOIT PAS ÊTRE UTILISÉ
AVEC UN COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE.
XXXXXXXXX
XXXXXX
Serial #
Gas Type
Orifice
Size
Model #

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Safety Alert Key:
• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.
• WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
• NOTICE: Used to address practices not related to personal injury.
Table of Contents
A. Congratulations 2
B. Warranty 5
1 Listing and Code Approvals
A. Appliance Certification 7
B. Tempered Glass Specifications 7
C. BTU Specifications 7
D. High Altitude Installations 7
E. Non-Combustible Materials Specification 7
F. Combustible Materials Specification 7
G. Electrical Codes 7
User Guide
2 Operating Instructions
A. Gas Fireplace Safety 8
B. Your Fireplace 8
C. Fan Kit (optional) 9
D. Clear Space 9
E. Decorative Doors and Fronts 9
F. Fixed Glass Assembly 9
G. Remote Controls, Wall Controls and Wall Switches 9
H. Outside Air (optional) 9
I. Before Lighting Fireplace 9
J. Lighting Instructions (IPI) 10
K. After Fireplace is Lit 11
L. Frequently Asked Questions 11
3 Maintenance and Service
A. Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner 12
B. Maintenance Tasks-Qualified Service Technician 13
Installer Guide
4 Getting Started
A. Typical Appliance System 14
B. Design and Installation Considerations 15
C. Tools and Supplies Needed 15
D. Inspect Appliance and Components 15
E. Negative Pressure 16
5 Framing and Clearances
A. Selecting Appliance Location 17
B. Constructing the Appliance Chase 17
C. Clearances 18
D. Mantel and Wall Projections 19
6 Termination Locations
A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances 20
7 Vent Information and Diagrams
A. Vent Guidelines 21
B. Vent System Configuration 21
8 Vent Clearances and Framing
A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles 22
B. Wall and Ceiling Penetration Framing 22
C. Vertical Penetration Framing 22
9 Appliance Preparation
A. Install Outside Air Kit Damper Assembly 23
B. Gas and Electrical Connections 23
C. Secure and Level the Appliance 23
10 Installing Vent Pipe
A. Assembly of Vent Sections 24
B. Attach Vent to Firebox 24
C. Secure Vent Sections 24
D. Install Attic Insulation Shield 24
11 Gas Information
A. Fuel Conversion 25
B. Gas Pressure 25
C. Gas Connection 25
D. High Altitude Installations 25
12 Electrical Information
A. Wiring Requirements 26
B. Intellifire Ignition System Wiring 26
C. Optional Accessories Requirements 26
D. Electrical Service and Repair 26
E. Junction Box Installation 27
F. Wall Switch Installation for Fan (Optional) 27
13 Finishing
A. Mantel and Wall Projections 28
B. Facing Material 28

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14 Appliance Setup
A. Remove Glass Assembly 29
B. Remove the Shipping Materials 29
C. Clean the Appliance 29
D. Accessories 29
E. Install the Refractory 29
F. Place the Lava Rock & Vermiculite 29
G. Place the Rockwool 29
H. Install the Log Assembly 30
I. Glass Assembly 30
J. Install Trim 31
K. Install Clean Face Components 31
L. Air Shutter Setting 32
15 Troubleshooting
A. Intellifire Ignition System 33
16 Reference Materials
A. Appliance Dimension Diagram 35
B. Service Parts List 36
C. Optional Components 39
D. Contact Information 44

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B. Warranty
Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED WARRANTY
Hearth & Home Technologies (“HHT”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood,
pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized HHT dealer and installed in the United States of America or
Canada. Warranty starts with date of purchase by the original owner (End User) except as noted for replacement parts.
Warranty Period HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting
Components Covered
Parts Labor Gas Wood Pellet EPA
Wood Electric Venting
1Year XXXXXX
All Parts and Material Except
as covered by Conditions,
Exclusion, and Limitations listed
2 years
XX Igniters, Electronic
Components, and Glass
XXXX Blowers
X Molded Refractory Panels
3 years X Firepots
5 years 3 years X X Castings & Baffles
7 years 3 years X X X
Firebox, HHT Chimney,
Termination & Heat
Exchanger
10
years 1 year X Burners, Logs & Refractory
Limited
Lifetime 1 year X Firebox & Heat Exchanger
90 Days XXXXXX All Replacement Parts
See Conditions, Exclusions, and limitations. 9-01-08
CONDITIONS, EXCLUSIONS & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
 This warranty applies to the original owner and is transferable up to two years from date of purchase to the new
homeowner, provided the purchase was made through an authorized dealer or distributor of HHT, and the appliance
remains in its original place of installation.
 The maximum amount recoverable under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the product.
 In no event shall HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the product.
 Adjustments, regular maintenance, cleaning and temporary repairs, or the failure to duplicate the problem in the home
is not covered under this warranty.
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