Heatilator CALIBER DESIGNER B-VENT SERIES Manual

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CALIBER DESIGNER
B-VENT SERIES
INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in this manual
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal in-
jury or loss of life
 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
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. ollow the gas supplier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.
CAUTION:
Do not expose the appliance to the elements (such as rain, etc.)
U.S. Patent 5,613,487

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A. PREPARATION
1. U.S. AND CANADA CERTIFICATION
he Caliber Designer B-Vent Series Gas Appliance
has been tested in accordance with the ANSI
standard Z21.50-1996 (Decorative); in Canada, the
current CAN/CGA M2.22-M96, IR41, P4, and IR55 and
has been LIS ED by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
for installation as described in this manual. All
components are UL or AGA safety certified.
2. LOCAL CODES
his installation must conform with local codes. In
the absence of local codes comply with the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1-latest edition in the
U.S.A., and the CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes in
Canada.
For assistance during installation contact your local
dealer or contact Heatilator echnical Services
Department, 1915 W. Saunders Street, Mt. Pleasant,
Iowa 52641.
HEA ILA OR® is a registered trademark of
Heatilator, a Division of Hearth echnologies Inc.
CONTENTS
A. Preparation ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2
B. Location and Clearances ............................................................................................................................................... 3
C. raming ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
D. Setting the Appliance ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
E. Venting ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
. Utilities ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
G. inishing ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
H. Appliance Preparation .................................................................................................................................................. 10
I. Determining the Ignition Type ....................................................................................................................................... 12
J. Lighting Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
K. Seasonal Checklist....................................................................................................................................................... 14
L. Start-up Issues .............................................................................................................................................................. 15
M. Maintenance Instructions .............................................................................................................................................. 16
N. Optional Components .................................................................................................................................................. 18
O. Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................................................................... 19
Index .............................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................ 24

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Note: Minimum and maximum clearances must be
maintained at all times. Illustrations throughout these
instructions reflect typical installations and are for de-
sign purposes only. Actual installation may vary slightly
due to individual design preferences.
The illustrations and diagrams used throughout these
installation instructions are not drawn to scale.
ools and building supplies normally required for
installation:
Tools: Building Supplies:
Saw Wall-finishing materials
Pliers raming material
Hammer Surround
Phillips Screwdriver Caulking material
Tape measure
Plumb Line
Level
Electric Drill/Bits
raming Square
Safety Gloves
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B. LOCATION AND CLEARANCES
Dimensions
WARNING!
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture
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1. APPLIANCE LOCATIONS AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS
igure 1 illustrates a variety of ways the appliance may be located in a room. The Caliber Designer Series may be
installed directly on the floor or raised on a hearth. These appliances are certified for installation in a bedroom, bed/
sitting room or bathroom in the U.S. and Canada, provided that the bedroom or bathroom has a volume of at least
1700 cubic feet.
Common venting of this gas appliance with other gas appliances is not allowed in multifamily dwellings.
Figure 1
Appliance Locations and Clearances
2. CLEARANCES
igure 2 shows venting clearances that must be
maintained around the appliance.
Figure 2
Venting Clearances to Combustible Materials
3. HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION
or U.S. installation, appliances are tested and
approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet. When
installing this appliance at an elevation above 2000
feet, United States codes require a decrease of the
input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to
a smaller size. Input should be reduced 4% for each
1000 feet above sea level. Check with the local gas
utility for proper orifice size identification.
or Canada, appliances are certified for elevations
from 0-4500 feet. When installing this appliance at an
elevation between 0-4500 feet in Canada, the input
rating does not need to be reduced. When installing
this appliance at an elevation above 4500 feet in
Canada, check with local authorities.
CAUTION:
Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection.

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C. FRAMING
igure 3 shows a typical framing of this appliance using combustible materials. All required clearances to combustibles
must be adhered to.
Figure 3 - Framing
D. SETTING THE APPLIANCE
This appliance may be placed on a smooth
combustible or noncombustible continuous, flat
surface. When the appliance is installed directly on
carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than
wood flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth
of the appliance. Slide the appliance into position and
level the appliance from side-to-side and front-to-back.
Shim with noncombustible material as necessary.
Secure the appliance by bending out the nailing
flanges on each side of the appliance and nail to
framing. The nailing flanges have been positioned
5/8 back from the front of the appliance to allow the
addition of drywall.
CAUTION:
Provide adequate clearances around the air
openings into the appliance and adequate
accessibility clearances for servicing and proper
operation.
WARNING!
o prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation, the appliance
must not be installed against vapor barriers or exposed insulation.

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E. VENTING
VERTICAL TERMINATION
This appliance is designed and tested for use with a listed
5 inch B-Vent vent system.
1. CLEARANCES
Vent clearances are per vent manufacturers
specifications.
2. VENT LENGTHS
Various venting configurations are shown in igures4
and 5 from which maximum vent runs can be
determined.
CAUTION:
Provisions shall be made to provide adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Always maintain minimum clearances or greater
around the vent system. Do not pack air spaces with
insulation or other material.
WARNING!
he horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4 rise for
every 1 ft. of run towards the termination. Never allow
the vent to run downward. his could cause high
temperatures and may present a fire hazard.
Figure 4 - Vertical ermination Vent Lengths
Figure 5 - Vertical ermination Vent Lengths
3. FIRESTOP SPACER/VENT
INSTALLATION
rame an opening and install a firestop spacer
whenever the vent penetrates a ceiling/floor area, as
shown in igure 6. rame the opening with the same
sized lumber as used in the ceiling floor joists. Unless
the flue is offset, the hole should be directly above the
appliance. DO NOT pack insulation around the vent.
Assemble vent sections with three screws per joint.
Figure 6
Installing the firestop spacer

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4. CHASE/TERMINATION INSTALLATION
igure 7 and Table 1 specify minimum vent heights
for various pitched roofs. Vent sections may have to
be cut to a certain length.
These vent heights are necessary for safety and do
not ensure draft-free operation. Trees, buildings,
adjoining roof lines, adverse conditions, etc. may
create a need for a taller vent should down drafting
occur.
Figure 7 - Vent Height for Vertical ermination
able 1 - Vent Height
Note: To ensure proper operation, verify all venting and
that the termination is unobstructed.
Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft.
lat to 6/12 ................................................ 1.0
6/12 to 7/12............................................... 1.25
Over 7/12 to 8/12 ...................................... 1.5
Over 8/12 to 9/12 ...................................... 2.0
Over 9/12 to 10/12 .................................... 2.5
Over 10/12 to 11/12 .................................. 3.25
Over 11/12 to 12/12 .................................. 4.0
Over 12/12 to 14/12 .................................. 5.0
Over 14/12 to 16/12 .................................. 6.0
Over 16/12 to 18/12 .................................. 7.0
Over 18/12 to 20/12 .................................. 7.5
Over 20/12 to 21/12 .................................. 8.0
5. CHECK VENTING SYSTEM
Check the venting system to assure proper operation.
This can be done with a match while the appliance is
operating.
Hold a lighted match at the bottom edge of the draft
hood opening. If the flames and smoke remain upright,
ventilation is acceptable. If the flames and smoke are
drawn into the draft hood, this means ventilation is
good. If the flames and smoke are forced away from
the draft hood, this may indicate a ventilation blockage
or down draft resulting in gas spillage into the home.
If this occurs, turn off the appliance and do not burn it
until it has been inspected by a qualified service
person. See igure 8.
. OUTSIDE AIR KIT INSTALLATION
An outside air kit is supplied as an optional feature
with this appliance. An outside 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.
The outside air kit can only be installed on the left
side of the GBST, GB L and GBCR, on the right side
of the GBCL, and on the bottom of the GBIS.
To install the outside air kit, refer to the installation
instructions provided with the kit.
Figure 8 - esting Ventilation
Note: The outside air kit can terminate at any level with
the exception that it must terminate at least one foot
below the vent termination cap.

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F. UTILITIES
1. GAS LINE CONNECTION
Open the control access panel as shown in igures 9
and 10. See igure 11 to connect gas line.
All connections must be checked for leaks with a soap
and water solution or a leak detector.
Bleed the gas line for about 5 seconds to extract any
air that may have been trapped inside the pipe.
Figure 9 - Control Access Panel Removal
Figure 10 - Control Access Panel Removal
2. GAS PRESSURE
A 1/8 NPT plugged tapping is provided on the gas
control valve, near the outlet to the main burner
immediately upstream of the gas supply connection
to the appliance, accessible for a test gage connection.
Pressure taps are located on the top of the valve for
both inlet and outlet pressure.
Table 2 shows optimum gas pressure information.
Consult your local gas company for assistance in
determining the proper orifice for your altitude or refer
to ANSI Z223.1-latest edition, Appendix .
Note: The appliance and its manual shutoff valve must
be disconnected from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of that system at test pres-
sures in excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa). The appliance must
be isolated from the gas supply piping system by clos-
ing its manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing
of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal
to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
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3. WIRING
a. Electronic Ignition
1) Appliance Requirements: This appliance
requires a 110V AC supply from a wall switch
to the appliance junction box for operation. A
wiring diagram is shown in igure 12.
2) Optional Accessories Requirements:
Wiring for optional accessories should be
done now to avoid reconstruction.
Note: This appliance must be electrically wired and
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the ab-
sence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/
N PA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code,
CSA C22.1.
Figure 12
Electronic Ignition Wiring Diagram
b. Standing Pilot Ignition
1) Appliance requirements: A wiring diagram is shown in igure 13.
2) Optional Accessories Requirements: Wiring for optional accessories should be done now to avoid
reconstruction.
WARNING!
his appliance does not require a 110V AC
supply for operation. Connecting the
appliance/wall switch to a 110V AC supply
will cause the appliance to malfunction and
destroy the valve and thermopile.
Figure 13
Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram

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G. FINISHING
Combustible Finishing Material: Material made of or
surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers,
plastics, or any material capable of igniting and burning,
whether flame proofed or not, plastered or unplastered
(this includes drywall).
Noncombustible Finishing Material: Material which will
not ignite and burn. Such materials are those consisting
entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass or
plasters, or combination thereof, or have a UL ire rating
of zero (0).
High emperature Sealant Material: Sealants that will
withstand high temperatures: General Electric RTV103
(Black) or equivalent. Rutland, Inc. Appliance Mortar #63,
or equivalent.
A high temperature sealant, 1/8 inch wide minimum, must
be used to close off gaps between the appliance and
facing to prevent cold air leaks. See igure 14.
A combustible mantel may be installed at a minimum of
42 inches above the base of the appliance.
Figure 14
Finishing Materials
WARNING!
Lower grille on this appliance cannot, in any way, be
covered as it may create a fire hazard.
1. ATTACHING THE HOOD
The hood is to be located above the glass panel. The
hood must be attached or a fire hazard may result.
Locate the three tabs just inside the upper section of
the appliance. Position the hood and slide into
position. See igure 15.
Figure 15
Hood Replacement
2. GLASS AND SCREEN REMOVAL
See page 17 of this manual.
3. APPLIANCE PREPARATION
Remove the straps from the screws on the hearth
pan. Remove the foam material. The log set should
look similar to that in igure 16.
Figure 16
Caliber Log Set
(GBCR36 shown)
H. APPLIANCE PREPARATION