Heatilator NOVUS series Manual

01-02 1 28881 Rev G
NOVUS SERIES
REAR DIRECT VENT GAS APPLIANCE
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 prop-
erty damage, personal injury 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.
33 & 36 ith the X Burn System
For Residential Use - Meets All HUD Requirements for
Manufactured Housing Installations
U.S. Patent 5, 13,487
Read these installation instructions completely before
beginning installation. Failure to follo them could cause
an appliance malfunction resulting in serious injury and/
or property damage.
CAUTION:
Do not expose the appliance to the elements (such as rain, etc.)
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Contents
A. Preparation .................................................................................................................................................. 3
B. Location and Clearances ............................................................................................................................. 5
C. Framing ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
D. Setting the Appliance ................................................................................................................................... 8
E. Venting ........................................................................................................................................................
F. Utilities ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
G. Finishing .................................................................................................................................................... 20
H. Appliance Preparation ................................................................................................................................20
I. Determining the Ignition ............................................................................................................................. 22
J. Lighting Instructions................................................................................................................................... 22
K. Seasonal Checklist .................................................................................................................................... 24
L. Start-up Issues .......................................................................................................................................... 25
M. Maintenance instructions ........................................................................................................................... 26
N. Optional Components ................................................................................................................................28
O. Replacement Parts .................................................................................................................................... 30
Index ......................................................................................................................................................... 31
Warranty.................................................................................................................................................... 32
1. Please read these installation instructions completely
before beginning installation procedures. Failure to
follow them could cause an appliance malfunction
resulting in serious injury and/or property damage.
2. Always check your local building codes prior to
installation. This installation must comply with all
local, regional, state and national codes and
regulations.
3. Installation and repair should be done by a qualified
service person. This appliance should also be
inspected annually by a qualified service person. More
frequent inspections/cleaning may be required due
to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding materials,
etc. It is imperative that the control compartment,
burners and circulating air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean.
4. The NOVUS is a vented decorative gas appliance. Do
not burn wood or other material in this appliance.
5. NEVER leave children unattended when there is a
fire burning in the appliance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
6. This appliance may only use the approved venting
systems shown in these installation instructions.
Venting must not be connected to chimney flue
servicing a solid fuel burning appliance or a gas fuel
burning appliance.
7. NEVER use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel,
kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids in
this appliance. Keep any flammable liquids a safe
distance from the appliance.
8. While servicing this appliance, always shut off all
electricity and gas to the appliance. This will prevent
possible electrical shock or burns. Also, make sure
the appliance is completely cooled before servicing.
9. 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 and any gas control which has been
under water.
10. Be sure to provide adequate clearances around the
air openings into the combustion chamber and
adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and
proper operation.
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A. PREPARATION
U S and Canada Certification
The NOVUS Series Gas Appliance has been tested in accordance with the ANSI standard Z21.88-2000 in the United
States, the current CSA 2.33-2000 in Canada, and has been LISTED by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation as
described in this Manual. All components are UL, AGA, CGA or CSA safety certified.
Local Codes
This 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.
The Novus Series gas appliance has been tested and listed for use in manufactured housing (mobile homes). These
installation instructions conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or
when such a standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufacturer Home Installations, NSI 225.1.
For assistance during installation contact your local dealer or contact Heatilator Technical Services Department, Hearth
Technologies Inc., 1915 W. Saunders Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52 41, 1-800-843-2848.
HEATILATOR® and NOVUS are registered trademarks of Hearth Technologies Inc.
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Tools and building supplies normally required
for installation:
Saw Wall-finishing materials
Pliers Framing material
Hammer Surround
Phillips screwdriver Caulking material
Tape measure Gloves
Plumb line Framing square
Level Electric drill and bits
Safety glasses
Note: Minimum and maximum clearances must be
maintained at all times. Illustrations throughout these
instructions reflect typical installations and are for design
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.
Typical Horizontal Installation
Typical Vertical Installation
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28881 Rev G 6 01-02
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1. APPLIANCE LOCATIONS AND SPACE
REQUIREMENTS
Figure 1 illustrates a variety of ways the appliance
may be located in a room. The NOVUS 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 in mobile homes in the
U.S. and Canada.
WARNING!
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and a ay from furniture and draper-
ies.
2. CLEARANCES
a. For all appliances:
Top of stand-offs 0
Floor 0
Back of appliance 1/2
Side of appliance 1/2
Top of drywall flange to ceiling 30
b. Minimum Venting Clearances (See Fig. 2)
Horizontal runs off back of appliance to wall shield:
1 sides and bottom of vent (see Fig. 2 for top
of vent)
Horizontal runs inside a wall (Heat Shields must
be installed):
3 air space on top of vent
1 sides and bottom of vent
Vertical runs:
1 air space around vent
Figure 1 - Appliance Locations
Figure 2
Rear Vented Appliances Venting Clearances
CAUTION:
Do not expose the appliance to the elements (such
as rain, etc.)
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a centered corner installation. Actual requirements
will vary with individual construction. Depending on
individual construction and appliance location,
additional space may be needed to meet required
vent and cap clearances.
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C. FRAMING
Figures 3-5 show typical framing of this appliance using combustible materials. All required clearances to combustibles
must be adhered to.
Figure 3 - Framing
CAUTION:
Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection.
CAUTION:
Provide adequate clearances around the air open-
ings into the combustion chamber and adequate ac-
cessibility clearances for servicing and proper op-
eration.
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Mantel Height for Decorative Series
Figure 5
Mantel Height for Heater Series
WARNING!
To prevent contact ith sagging or loose insula-
tion, the appliance must not be installed against
vapor barriers or exposed insulation.
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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 the framing. The
nailing flanges have been positioned 5/8 back from the front of the appliance to allow the addition of drywall.
WARNING!
This appliance may only use the Direct Vent system designed for use ith the appliance and must not be
connected to a chimney flue servicing a separate solid fuel or gas fuel burning appliance.
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c. T o Elbo s
Figure 8 shows various venting configurations
using two elbows to terminate horizontally. A
minimum of a one foot vertical section is required
any time 90° elbows are used when rear venting
the appliance. The maximum vertical run is 20
and the maximum horizontal run is 18.
Figure 8
T o Elbo s
E. VENTING
 Horizontal Termination - see below.
 Vertical Termination - see page 13.
1. HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
a. No Elbo s
The maximum horizontal run with no vertical
sections of vent is 18 from the back of the
appliance to the base of the cap. See Figure .
Figure 6
Rear Vented Appliances
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
The horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4 rise for
every one foot of run to ards the termination. Never
allo the vent to run do n ard. This could cause
high temperatures and may present a fire hazard.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
If you have chosen horizontal termination, be sure
there are no future obstructions from trees, bushes,
sno drifts, etc.
CAUTION:
Provisions shall be made to provide adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
b. 45° Elbo
For corner installations with horizontal venting, a
maximum of one 45° elbow may be used. The
maximum horizontal run following the elbow is
18 to the base of the cap. See Figure 7.
Figure 7
45° Elbo
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d. Three Elbo s
Figure 9 shows various venting configurations
using three elbows to terminate horizontally. A
minimum of a one foot vertical is required any
time 90° elbows are used when rear venting the
appliance. The maximum vertical run is 20 and
the maximum horizontal run is 18.
e. Assembling Chimney Sections
Use only pipe supplied and listed for use with
this appliance. See page 3 for a description of
listed components. See Section 3 on page 15 for
instructions on assembling the vent sections.
f. Installing the Interior Wall Shield (WS6)
Frame a hole in a combustible wall for an interior
wall shield, as shown in Figure 10 whenever a
wall is penetrated. This shield maintains
minimum clearances and prevents cold air
infiltration.
The termination cap location must meet all local
and national codes and not be easily blocked or
obstructed. See Figure 14, page 12.
If the hole being penetrated is of non-combustible
materials, a 9 diameter hole as acceptable.
Secure the shield to the framing as shown in
Figure 11.
The last section of vent may require cutting,
depending upon wall thickness and appliance
location. The cap should overlap the vent sections
by at least 1-1/2. See Figure 12.
Figure 9
Three Elbo s
g. Installing the Rear Vent Heat Shield
For horizontally terminated rear vent appliances,
the flue heat shields MUST be placed 1 above
the top of the vent between the wall shield and
base of the termination cap. The shields are
attached to the wall shield and base of the cap
with two screws each. When installed, the caps
shield will rest under the wall shields shield.
The shields must have at least 1/2 overlap. See
Figure 13. Depending on the installation, the
shields may be too long and will require trimming.
If the shields are too short, material must be
added or a longer HS1 Heat Shield can be used
in place of the shield attached to the cap.
Note: Exterior wall thickness must be a minimum
of 4 to a maximum of 17-1/2
Figure 10 - Exterior Wall Hole
Figure 11 - Interior Wall Shield
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Figure 12 - Venting Through the Wall
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Al ays maintain minimum air space clearances
or greater around the appliance and vent
system.
Figure 13 - Rear Vent Heat Shield
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Figure 14 - Termination Cap Locations
h. Termination
Vent termination must not be recessed in the wall. Siding may be brought to the edge of the cap base.
Install the cap as shown in Figures 12 and 13. Cap pipe sections should overlap the vent pipe by 1-1/2. Caulk
outside edges of cap.
Local codes may require the installation of a cap shield (CS) which prevents the cap from accidentally touching
anything or anyone.
Figure 14 illustrates cap locations prescribed by current ANSI Z223.1 and CAN/CGA-B149 installation codes.
Dimension Descriptions
A Clearance above the ground, a veranda, orch, deck or
balcony - 12 inches (30 cm) minimum. *
B Clearance to window or door that may be o ened  10,000
BTUs or less, 6 inches (15 cm) minimum; 10,000-50,000
BTUs, 9 inches (23 cm) minimum; over 50,000 BTUs, 12
inches (30 cm) minimum. *
C Clearance to ermanently closed window  12inches (30
cm) minimum - recommended to revent condensation on
window.
D Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the
terminal within a horizontal distance of 2 feet (60 cm) from
the centerline of the terminal  18inches (46 cm) minimum.
**
E Vertical clearance to unventilated soffit - 12 inches (30 cm)
minimum. **
F Clearance to outside corner - 6 inches (15 cm) minimum.
G Clearance to inside corner - 6 inches (15 cm) minimum.
H Not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly within
3 feet (90 cm) horizontally* from the center line of the regulator
I Clearance to service regulator vent outlet - 6 feet (1.8m)
minimum. *
J Clearance to non-mechanical air su ly inlet into building or
the combustion air inlet to any other a liance - 12 inches
(30 cm) minimum. *
K Clearance to mechanical air su ly inlet - 6 feet (1.8 m)
minimum. *
L Clearance above a aved sidewalk or aved driveway
located on ublic ro erty - 7 feet (2.1m) minimum.
A vent may not terminate directly above a sidewalk or aved
driveway which is located between two single family
dwellings and serves both dwellings.
M Clearance under veranda, orch, deck or balcony - 12 inches
(30 cm) minimum. * Recommended 30 inches (76 cm) for
vinyl or lastic.
Only ermitted if veranda, orch, deck or balcony is fully
o en on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor. *
N Vertical clearance between two horizontal termination ca s
 12 inches (30 cm) minimum.
O Horizontal clearance between two horizontal termination
ca s  12 inches (30 cm) minimum.
* As s ecified in CGA B149 Installation Codes
Note: Local codes or regulations may require different
clearances.
** Clearance required to vinyl soffit material  30inches (76
cm) minimum. With a vinyl soffit shield  18 inches (46 cm)
minimum.
WARNING!
In the U.S.: Vent system termination is NOT ermitted in
screened orches. You must follow side wall, overhang
and ground clearances as stated in the instructions.
In Canada: Vent system termination is NOT ermitted in
screened orches. Vent system termination is ermitted in
orch areas with two or more sides o en. You must follow
all side wall, overhang and ground clearances as stated in
the instructions.
Hearth Technologies Inc. assumes no res onsibility for the
im ro er erformance of the a liance when the venting
system does not meet these requirements.
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2. VERTICAL TERMINATION
a. Clearances
See Figure 15 for clearance information.
b. Vent Lengths
Various venting configurations are shown in Figure 1 from which maximum vent runs can be determined.
Figure 15
Vertical Termination Clearances
Figure 16
Vertical Termination Vent Lengths
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Al ays maintain minimum clearances or greater
around the vent system. Do not pack air spaces ith
insulation or other material.
WARNING!
The horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4 rise for
every 1 ft. of run to ards the termination. Never allo
the vent to run do n ard. This could cause high
temperatures and may create a fire hazard.
Note: Horizontal runs will require the use of one vent
support (or metal plumbers strap) for every 3 of vent.
CAUTION:
For vertically terminated installations, metal tape at
each vent joint ill help prevent excess air infiltration
and improve flame appearance. All joints above the
storm collar should be taped and/or sealed ith
silicone caulk to prevent ater penetration.
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c. Assembling Chimney Sections
Use only pipe supplied and listed for use with
this appliance. See page 5 for a description of
listed components. See Section 3 on page 15 for
instructions on assembling the vent sections.
d. Firestop Spacer/Vent Installation
Frame an opening and install a firestop spacer
whenever the vent penetrates a ceiling/floor area,
as shown in Figure 17. Frame the opening with
the same size lumber as used in the ceiling/floor
joists. DO NOT pack insulation around the vent.
Assemble vent sections with three screws per
joint.
e. Chase/Termination Installation
Figures 18 and 19, 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 17
Installing the Firestop Spacer
Figure 18
Vent Height for Vertical Termination
Roof Pitch ................................. H (Min.) Ft.
Flat to /12 ............................................. 1.0
/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 1 /12 ............................... .0
Over 1 /12 to 18/12 ...............................7.0
Over 18/12 to 20/12 ...............................7.5
Over 20/12 to 21/12 ...............................8.0
Table 1 - Vent Height
Figure 19
Multiple Vertical Termination
Note: To ensure proper operation, verify all venting and
the termination are unobstructed.
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Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 22
3. ASSEMBLING THE VENT SECTIONS
a. Attaching the Venting to the Appliance
To attach the first VP section to the appliance
collars, slide the flared end of the Inner flue of
the VP section over the inner collar on the
appliance. At the same time, insert the outer flue
into the outer collar on the appliance. Push the
vent section into the collar until all the lances
have snapped into place. Tug slightly on the vent
to confirm it has completely locked in place.
b. Assembling Vent Sections
1) Start the flared inner flue of section A over
the inner flue of section B.
2) Insert the outer flue of section A into the
outer flue of section B. See Figure 20.
Note: Squeezing the pipe slightly to fit
may be necessary.
Note: Make sure that the seams are
NOT aligned in order to prevent
unintentional disconnection.
Once both inner and outer flues are started,
press section A into section B firmly until
all lances have snapped into place. Tug
slightly on section A to confirm it has
completely locked into place. See Figure 21.
c. Assembling Minimum Installation (MI) Sections
MI sections are non-unitized so that they can be
cut to a certain length. To use these sections,
they must be cut to length from the non-ex-
panded end. See Figure 22. They can then be
attached by first connecting the expanded end of
the MI inner flue with the inner flue from the
adjacent vent section and securing with three
screws. The expanded portion of the MI inner
flue must overlap completely with the untreated
end of the adjacent vent section. The outer flue
can then be inserted into the adjacent outer flue
expanded end and attached to the next vent
section with three screws. The other end of the
MI vent section can then be attached by fitting a
snap lock section to it and snapping it together
as normal.
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Figure 23
Figure 24
d. Assembling the Slip Sections
Slip sections should be snapped into the first
mating piece, then expanded to their desired
length, making sure that a 1.5 overlap is
maintained between the twp sections of the slip
section. The sections need to be secured by
driving two screws through the overlapping
portions of the vent. See Figure 23. This will
secure the slip section to the desired length and
prevent it from separating. The slip section can
then be attached to the next section of vent.
e. Disassembling Vent Sections
(Only if necessary)
To disassemble any two pieces of pipe, rotate
either section so that the seams on both pipe
sections are aligned as shown in Figure 24. They
can then be carefully pulled apart.
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1. HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION
For U.S. installation, appliances are tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet. When installing this
appliance at an elevation above 2000 feet, National Fuel Gas 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. The current orifice is available from your
Heatilator distributor.
For 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.
2. GAS LINE CONNECTION
Open the control access panel as shown in Figures 25 and 2 . The appliance is provided with a stainless steel
flexible connector and manual shutoff valve. The incoming gas line should be piped into the valve compartment and
connected to the 1/2 FIP connection provided on the manual shutoff valve. All connections must be tightened and
checked for leaks with a soap and water solution or leak detector. Bleed the gas line to extract any air that may have
been trapped inside the pipe. See Figure 27 to connect the gas line.
F. UTILITIES
Figure 25
Opening Control Access Panel
Figure 26
Control Access Panel Removal
Figure 27
Gas Line
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3. GAS PRESSURE
A pressure tap is included on the front face of the standing pilot gas control valve. The electronic valve includes a 1/8
NPT plugged tap on the top and bottom of the valve near the outlet to the main burner. Pressure taps are immediately
upstream of the gas supply connection and accessible for test gauge connection.
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 F.
SUVON
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).P.L(erusserPylppusaGtelnI*).xam(0.41-).nim(0.11
).P.L(erusserPdlofinaMmumitpO*0.01
).G.N(etaRtupnI.rh/UTB000,52
).P.L(etaRtupnI.rh/UTB000,52
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eziecifirO.P.Lmm05.1/.ni950.
)nmulocretaw(.c.w*
Table 2
Gas Information for Electronic and Standing Pilot Appliances
Note: This appliance and its manual shutoff
valve must be disconnected from the gas sup-
ply piping system during any pressure testing
of that system at test pressures in excess of
1/2 psi (3.5 kPa). The appliance must be iso-
lated from the gas supply piping system by
closing its manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping sys-
tem at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2
psi (3.5 kPa).
4. WIRING
Note: This appliance must be electrically wired and
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with National Electric Code
ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric
Code CSA C22.1.
Note: Optional Accessories Requirements: Wiring for
optional accessories should be done now to avoid
reconstruction.
CAUTION:
Label all ires prior to disconnection hen servicing
controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after
servicing.
WARNING!
This standing pilot appliance DOES NOT require a
110V AC supply for operation. Connecting the
appliance all s itch ires to 110V AC supply ill
cause the appliance to malfunction and destroy the
valve and thermopile.
a. Standing Pilot
This standing pilot appliance does not require a
110VAC supply to operate. It is suggested that a
110V junction box be installed with a switched
outlet for the optional fan and an always-powered
outlet for the optional remote control.
Only heater listed appliances may be connected
to a thermostat (not supplied). Use a thermostat
that is compatible with a millivolt gas valve. See
Figure28.
Figure 28 - Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram
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b. Electronic Ignition
1) This electronic ignition appliance requires a 110V AC supply to operate. It is suggested that a switched
110V junction box with two switched outlets be installed to power the optional remote control and/or fan.
2) Only heater-listed appliances may be connected to a thermostat. If connecting a 24V thermostat (not
supplied), disconnect the black wire from the transformer at the ignition control. Connect the thermostat
wires between the ignition control and the black wire (from transformer). See Figure 29.
Figure 29 - Electronic Ignition Wiring Diagram
Figure 29a
NO additional wire is
su lied by Hearth
Technologies Inc.
c. Junction Box Wiring
We recommend you operate the two outlets on
separate circuits. This allows independent
operation of the appliance and fan. Independent
operation is obtained by using minimum 14-3
with ground Romex and separating the two outlets
by breaking out the tab as shown in Figure30.
Figure 30 - Junction Box Detail
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1. 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).
2. 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 Fire rating of zero.
3. HIGH TEMPERATURE SEALANT
MATERIAL
Sealants that will withstand high temperatures:
General Electric RTV103 (Black) or equivalent;
Rutland, Inc. Appliance Mortar # 3 or equivalent.
A high temperature sealant, 1/8 wide minimum,
must be used to close off gaps between the
appliance and facing to prevent cold air leaks. See
Figure 31.
G. FINISHING
Figure 31 - Finishing Materials
WARNING!
Grilles on this appliance cannot, in any ay, be cov-
ered as it may create a fire hazard.
H. APPLIANCE PREPARATION
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
four screws just inside the upper section of the appliance. Position the hood and slide into position. Tighten the four
screws. See Figure 32.
2. UPPER GRILLE PANEL REMOVAL
Grasp the upper grille panel and remove the rubber pins holding the grille. See Figure 33.
3. CONTROL ACCESS PANEL REMOVAL
Release the spring pin on the right hand side of the control access panel. See Figure 34.
4. GLASS AND SCREEN REMOVAL
See page 27 of this manual.
Figure 32 - Installing the Hood Figure 33 - Upper Grille Panel Removal
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