Jøtul GI 550 DV User manual

Jøtul GI 550 DV / Scan 70i
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert
Installation and
Operation Instructions
– 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.Follow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.
– IntheCommonwealthofMassachusetts,
a carbon monoxide (CO) detector shall be
installed in the same room as the appliance.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructionsisnotfollowedexactly,afire
or explosion may result causing property
damage,personalinjuryorlossoflife.
INSTALLER:Leavethismanualwiththeappliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
– QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE
GAZ:
 •Nepastenterd’allumerl’appareil.
 •Netouchezàaucuminterrupteur.Ne
pas vous servir des téléphones se trou-
vantdanslebâtimentoùvoustrouvez.
 •Appelezimmédiatementvotrefournis-
seurdegazdepuisunvoisin.Suivezles
instructions du fournisseur.
 •Sivounepouvezrejoindrelefournis-
seurdegaz,appelezleservicedesincend-
ies.
– L’installatione l’entretien doivent être
assurés par un installateur ou un service
d’entretien qualifié ou par le fournisseur
degaz.
– Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence ni
d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables
dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout
autre appareil.
AVERTISSEMENT:Assurez-vousdebiensuiv-
reles instructions données dans cette notice
pour réduire auninimum le risque d’incendie
ou d’explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage
matériel,touteblessureoulamort.
ATTENTION : CES INSTRUCTIONS DOIVENT
DEMUERER AVEC LE PROPRIÉTERE D’UNE
MAISON.
Thisappliancemaybeinstalledinanaftermarket,
permanentlylocated,manufacturedhome(USAonly)
ormobilehome,wherenotprohibitedbylocalcodes.
Thisapplianceisonlyforusewiththetypesofgas
indicated on the ratingplate. A conversion kit is
suppliedwiththeappliance.

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Installation Requirements
fortheCommonwealthof
Massachusetts
THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY
A LICENSED MASTER OR JOURNEYMAN
PLUMBER OR GAS-FITTER WHEN
INSTALLED IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS.
1. If there is not one already present,
on each floor level where there are
bedroom(s), a carbon monoxide
detector and alarm shall be placed in
the living area outside the bedroom(s).
The carbon monoxide detector shall
comply with NFPA 720 (2005 Edition).
2. A carbon monoxide detector shall:
a) Be located in the room that houses
the appliance or equipment;
b) Be either hard-wired or battery
powered or both; and
c) Shall comply with NFPA 720 (2002
Edition).
3. A Product-approved vent terminal
must be used, and if applicable, a
Product-approved air intake must
be used. Installation shall be in strict
compliance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. A copy of the installation
instructions must remain with
the appliance or equipment at the
completion of the installation.
Suggested Tools for Installation and Service
• Externalregulator(forPropaneonly)
• Pipingwhichcomplieswithlocalcode
• Manualshut-offvalve-
 T-HandlerequiredinMassachusetts
• Sedimenttrap-ifrequiredbycode
• Teejoint
• Pipewrench
• Pipesealant
• 10mmopenendwrench
• 1/2”,7/16”openendwrench
• Phillipsheadscrewdriver
• Flatheadscrewdriver
• 1/4”nutdriver
• WorkGloves
• Safetyglasses
• TorxT-20screwdriver
•Tinsnips
THIS OWNER’S MANUAL PROVIDES INFORMATION TO
ENSURESAFEINSTALLATIONANDEFFICIENT,DEPENDABLE
OPERATION OF YOUR FIREPLACE INSERT. PLEASE READ
THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND MAKE THEM
AVAILABLETOANYONEUSINGORSERVICINGTHISGAS
INSERT.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ALTER OR MODIFY THE CONSTRUCTION
OF THIS APPLIANCE OR ITS COMPONENTS. ANY
MODIFICATIONORALTERATIONWILLVOIDTHEWARRANTY,
CERTIFICATION AND LISTING OF THIS APPLIANCE.
THISHEATERMUSTBEINSTALLEDANDMAINTAINEDBYA
QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY.
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Werecommendthat
our gas products be
installed and serviced by
professionals who are
certified in the U.S. by
the National Fireplace
Institute® (NFI) as NFI
GasSpecialists.
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Jøtul GI 550 DV / Scan 70i

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Table of Contents
Installation & Service Tools .........2
Specifications ....................................4
General Information........................5
Safety Information ..........................6
Installation
Fireplace Requirements .............. 7
Hearth Protection ..........................8
Clearances ........................................8
MasonryFireplaces .....................10
Prefabricated Fireplaces............... 11
Vent Requirements .......................13
Fireplace Assembly
GasConnection............................. 14
GasPressure....................................15
Fuel Conversion............................. 16
WallThermostat ........................... 18
Remote Control............................. 18
Blower Power Requirement....... 18
OptionalWallPanelKits .............19
Log Set Installation ..................... 20
System Check..................................21
Surround Assembly......................22
Operation
Burner Controls............................23
Blower Controls ...........................24
Maintenance
Annual Cleaning ...........................24
GlassReplacement.......................25
IllustratedPartBreakdown ........ 26
Replacement Parts List..................27
Appendix A: Remote Installation .....28
Service Log ...................................... 30
Lighting Instructions ......................31
Figure 1. Pull each Spring Latch out and down to
disengage it from the Glass Frame.
Latch
Release
Tool
Left Latch
Release
Unpacking the Fireplace
• AMiscellaneousHardwareKitispackedwithinthe
right side compartment of the firebox. It contains:
•Installation/Operationmanual
•GlassFrameLatchReleasetool
•FuelConversionKit,LP
•LegLevellerBrackets,-leftandright,2each
•#10x1/2”Sheetmetalscrewsforbrackets,8
•RockWool
• TheLogSetispackagedseparatelyfromthe
firebox. Use the Latch Release tool to remove the
fireplace glass frame in order to install the log set
and any other accessories.
•Seethecut-awayviewinfig.1belowtolocatethe
right and left spring latches on the underside of
the firebox floor. Release each latch by engaging
the tangs of the tool with the latch throat, pulling
it forward and down.
•PulltheGlassFrameawayfromtheFireboxandlift
to disengage it from the retaining lip at the top of
the firebox. Set the glass out of the way.
• Donotunpackthelogpartsuntilyouarereadyto
install them.

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Specifications
Input Rates
Natural Gas
 38,000BTU/hr.maximuminput
21,900BTU/hr.minimuminput
Propane
38,000BTU/hr.maximuminput
20,000BTU/hr.minimuminput
Inlet Pressure: MIN. MAX.
NaturalGas:5.0WC(1.24kPa) 7.0WC(1.74kPa)
Propane:12.0WC(2.98kPa)16.0WC(3.98kPa)
Manifold Pressure: MIN .
MAX.
NaturalGas:1.2WC(0.29kPa) 3.8WC(0.95kPa)
Propane:2.9WC(0.72kPa)11.0WC(2.74kPa)
SteadyStateEfficiency:79%/NG 81.2%/LP
A.F.U.E.Efficiency:65.2%/NG 65.4%/LP
PiezoIgnitor/StandingPilot
Jøtul GI 550 DV / Scan 70i
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert
ManufacturedandDistributedby:
Jøtul North America
Gorham,MaineUSA
Test Standards
This appliance complies with Na-
tional Safety standards and is tested
and listed by Intertek Testing Services
ofMiddleton,Wisconsin.
Inaddition,theJøtulGI550DV
gas fireplace insert has been tested
and listed as a direct vent gas fireplace heater and
listed to ANSI Z21.88-2009, CSA 2.33-2009,
CAN/CGA2.17-M91,andCSAP.4.-01.2forCanada.
Basket Screen(forCastIronDoubleDoors) ..............#156426
ReversibleBrickPanelKit,CorduroyBlk/Gry ..............#156427
ReversibleBrickPanelKit,Antique/Border ................ #156428
FuelConversionKit-NGtoLP....................................... #156446
FuelConversionKit-LPtoNG........................................#156447
HighAltitudeAdjustmentKit-LP................................. #156451
HighAltitudeAdjustmentKit-NG................................#156452
WallThermostat.............................................................. #750003
Remote Control................................................................. #129706
Cast Iron Surrounds
40”Widex30”High.(32”w/plinthoption)
 MatteBlackPaint.......................#351053GreatDiamond
Blue Black Enamel .....................#351054GreatDiamond
Jøtul Iron Paint............................#351055GreatDiamond
Cast Iron Double Doors
MatteBlack ...............................................................#351057
Blue Black Enamel ...................................................#351058
Jøtul Iron ....................................................................#351059
Steel Surround Kits
SimpleSurround,44”x32”........................................ #157228
Wide Surround Panel*
461/2”Widex33”High.(35”w/plinthextensions)
Black Powder Coat .................................................. #156429
TrimmableSurround,461/2”x33”
 MatteBlackPaint ......................................................#157327
GrandForge-44”x32”
 CharcoalGray .......................................................... #156420
Natural Iron................................................................ #156421
Black Powder Coat ...................................................#156422
CathedralArchDoors&Surroundw/Screen,44”x32”
 CharcoalGray .........................................................#156423
Natural Iron .............................................................. #156424
Black Powder Coat ..................................................#156425
Scan70iSlidingGlassPanel&Surround,44”x31”
 for1”Riser-includesMantelHeatShield
Black Powder Coat ..............................................#K156442
Stainless Steel........................................................#K156443
Scan70iSlidingGlassPanel&Surround,44”x32”
 for2”Riser-includesMantelHeatShield
Black Powder Coat ..............................................#K156462
Stainless Steel........................................................#K156463
Accessories
This fireplace is equipped to burn natural gas
only.Ifpropanegasisdesired,thefireplacemust
beconvertedforusewithpropane.Installthe
LPConversionKitincludedwiththefireplaceac-
cording to the instructions in this manual.
* Custom sizes availabLe. See your dealer for details.

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General Information
IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. The installation and repair of this appliance must be
done by a qualified service person. Failure to prop-
erly install and maintain this heater could result
in an unsafe or hazardous installation, which may
result in a fire, explosion, property damage, personal
injuryorlossoflife.
2. This appliance should be inspected before use and
atleastannually.Morefrequentcleaningmaybere-
quired due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. It is imperative that control compart-
ments, burners and circulating air passageways of
the appliance be kept clean.
`S’assurer que le bruleur et le compartiment des com-
mandes sont propres.Voir les instructions d’installation
et d’utilisation qui accompagnent l’appareil.
3. This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket
permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certi-
fied kit is used.
Cetappareil peut être installé dans un maison pré-
fabriquée(mobile)déjàinstalléeàdemeuresiles
règlements locaux le permettent.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec les
types de gas indiqués sur la plaque signalétique.
Ne pas l’utiliser avec d’autres gas sauf si un kitde
conversion certifié est installé.
4. Theinstallationmustconformtolocalcodes.Your
local Jøtul authorized dealer can assist you in deter-
mining what is required in your area for a safe and
legal installation. Some areas require a permit to
install a gas burning appliance. Always consult your
localbuildinginspectororauthorityhavingjurisdic-
tion to determine what regulations apply in your area.
In the absence of local codes, the installation re-
quirements must comply with the current National
codes. In the U.S., these requirements are estab-
lished in the National Fuel Code, ANSI Z223.1.(NFPA
54).InCanada,thecodeshavebeenestablishedin
CAN/CGAB149FuelInstallationCode.
Installer l’appareil selon les codes ou reglements
locaux, ou, en l’absence de tels reglements, selon les
Codesd’installationCAN/CGA-B149.
5. Donotoperatethisfireplaceifanypartofithas
been under water. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the heater and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has been
under water.
Ne pas se servir de cet appareil s’il a ete’ plonge
dans l’eau, completement ou en partie. Appeler un
technicien qualifie pour inspecter l’appareil et rem-
placer toute partie du syste’me de controle et toute
commande qui ont ete plonges dans l’eau.
6. Donotoperatethefireplacewiththeglassfront
removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass
should be done by a licensed or qualified service person.
Only remove glass for routine service. Always handle
glass carefully.
Pour utilisation avecles portesen verrecerifiers avedl’appareil
seulemend ou.Nepasutiliseravec des porteson verre.
7. Notify your insurance company before proceding with
installation of this fireplace.
Safety Information
Due to the high operating temperatures this appliance
shouldbelocatedoutoftrafficandawayfrom
furniture,draperies,etc.Maintainproperclearanceto
combustible mantels and fireplace trim.
Childrenandadultsshouldbealertedtothehazards
ofhighsurfacetemperaturesandshouldstayawayto
avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Enfants et adultes doivent être avertis des dangers des
températuresdesurfaceélevéesetdevraientresterà
l’écart pour éviter les brûlures ou l’inflammation des
vêtements.
Youngchildrenshouldbesupervisedwhiletheyare
inthesameroomastheappliance.Toddlers,young
children and others may be susceptible to accidental
contactburns.Aphysicalbarrier,suchasachild
guard,isrecommendedtobeusedifthereareat-risk
individuals in the house. To restrict access to a fireplace
orstove,installanadjustablesafetygatetokeep
toddlers,youngchildrenandotherat-riskindividuals
outoftheroomandawayfromhotsurfaces.
Lesjeunesenfantsdoiventêtresurveilléspendant
qu’ils sont dans la même pièce que l’appareil. Les
tout-petits,lesjeunesenfantsetd’autrespeuventêtre
sensibles aux brûlures par contact accidentel. Une bar-
rièrephysique,commeungardedel’enfant,estrecom-
mandépourêtreutilisésiilyadespersonnesàrisque
danslamaison.Pourrestreindrel’accèsàunecheminée
ouunpoêle,installerunebarrièredesécuritéréglable
pourgarderlestout-petits,lesjeunesenfantsetautres
personnesàrisqueàsesortirdelasalleetàl’écartdes
surfaces chaudes.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an
appliance must be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
Tout écran ou grille de protection pour l’entretien d’un
appareil doit être remplacé avant de faire fonctionner
l’appareil.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be
placed on or near the fireplace.
Surveillerlesenfants.Garderlesvêtements,les
meubles,l’essenceouautresliquidesàvapeur
inflammables lin de l’appareil.

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Installation
Requirements
This insert can be installed in most solid fuel burning
fireplaces of either masonry construction or a prefab-
ricated factory built fireplace.
Prior to any installation, the existing chimney
exhaust flue must be thoroughly cleaned and com-
pletely inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or
fireplace service person.
Donotinstallthisinsertintoachimneythatis
damaged. Any repairs must be made prior to install-
ing the insert. If you are unsure of the condition of
your fireplace and chimney, contact a professional
fireplace technician or your local authorized Jøtul
dealer for professional assistance.
DONOTREMOVEBRICKSORMORTARFROMTHE
FIREPLACE OR CHIMNEY STRUCTURE. However, ma-
sonry or steel may be removed from the smoke shelf
andadjacentdamperframeareatoaccommodate
installation of a chimney liner, provided that their
removal will not weaken the structure of the fireplace
or chimney, and will not reduce protection for com-
bustible materials.
If the fireplace has been modified to accom-
modateinstallation,use anchors or masonry nails to
attach the metal Fireplace Conversion Notice Plate to
the back wall of the masonry fireplace firebox where
it will be readily seen should the insert be removed.
THISAPPLIANCEMUSTNOTBECONNECTEDTOA
CHIMNEYORFLUESERVINGANYOTHERAPPLIANCE
OFANYKIND.
All venting components must be installed in ac-
cordance with the terms of their listing and manufac-
turer’s instructions. Refer to the pipe manufacturer’s
instructions for proper pipe clearances.
This fireplace insert is specifically designed for
usewith3”TypeBventpipecomponentsoraListed
Flexible gas liner. See the Appendix on page 28 for a
complete list of vent pipe manufacturers whose prod-
ucts are approved for use with this appliance.
Neverallowanyonetousethefireplaceiftheyare
unfamiliarwithitsoperation.
NEVER store or use gasoline or any other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of the
fireplace.
Neverburnanysolidmaterials(wood,cardboard,
paper,coal,etc.)inthisgasfireplace.Usewith
natural gas or propane fuel ONLY.
Anysafetyscreen,glassorguardremovedfor
servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to
operating the appliance.
Do not slam or strike the glass panel.
ThisapplianceisNOTforusewithaftermarket
glass doors.This appliance is approved for use only
withthesurroundpaneloptionslistedonpage4
of this manual.
Cet appareil ne sert pas avec des portes en
verre de marché des accessoires. Cet appareil
est approuvé pour l’usage seulement avec les
revêtementsdeporte,entourelesoptionsde
panneauetenverredepanneauénuméréesàla
page 4 de ce manuel.
Wearglovesandsafetyglasseswhileinstalling
or performing maintenance procedures on this
appliance.
ElectricalHazards
Beawareofelectricalwiringlocations
whencuttingholesinwallsandceilings
for termination.
Theblowermustbeelectricallygrounded
inaccordancewithlocalcodesor,inthe
absenceoflocalcodes,withthecurrent
ANSI/NFPA70,NationalElectricalCodeor
CSA C22.1-Canadian Electrical Code.
TheBlowerissuppliedwithathree-prong
(grounding) plug for protection against
shockhazardandshouldbeplugged
directly into a properly grounded three-
prong receptacle.
DO NOT CUT OR REMOVETHE GROUNDING
PRONG FROM THE PLUG.
Alwaysdisconnectthepowersupply
whenperformingroutineserviceonthe
fireplace.

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138727_Rev_F 8/9/11
Minimum Fireplace
Requirements
This fireplace insert has been specifically designed
to be installed into a solid fuel burning factory built
fireplace or a code approved solid fuel burning ma-
sonry fireplace with a tile flue liner. An acceptable
fireplace cavity must have the minimum dimensions
specified in fig. 3.
Do not modify or alter the construction of the
gas insert or any of its components to enable it to fit
intoafireplace.Anymodificationoftheinsertwill
voidthewarranty,certificationsandapprovalsofthe
unit and could be dangerous.
InstallLegLevelingBrackets
1. Oriented as you face the insert, install the right
and left mounting brackets to the sides of the
insertusingthe#10x/2”screwsprovidedatthe
height appropriate to your installation require-
ments.
Figure 2. Firebox dimensions.
Figure 3. Minimum fireplace dimensions - GI 550 DV.
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A: OpeningWidth=341/2”(876mm)
withlevelingbrackets=36”(914mm)
B: OpeningHeight=24”(610mm)
w/Scan70i,1”riser=25”(635mm)
w/Scan70i,2”riser=26”(660mm)
C: BackWallWidth=22”(559mm)
withlevelingbrackets=23”(584mm)
D:BackWallHeight=23”(584mm)
w/Scan70i1”riser=24”(610mm)
w/Scan70i2”riser=25”(635mm)
E: Depth=17”(432mm)
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LegLevelerBracketNote:
Two right and left brackets with mounting
hardwareareincludedintheMiscellaneousKit.
Installation of the brackets allows the insert to
beraisedupto21/2”offofthehearth.
Note that use of the brackets will require a
larger minim um fireplace width at both the
front and rear as shown below. Also note that
use of the levelling brackets will affect required
minimum clearance to combustible top trim
and mantle construction. See the figures and
tables on pages 8 and 9.

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Figure 4. Hearth, Trim and Wall clearances.
Clearance to Combustible
Materials
A combustible material is anything that can burn
(i.e. sheet rock, wallpaper, wood, fabrics etc.). These
surfaces are not limited to those that are visible and
also include materials that may be behind non-
combustibles.
If you are unsure of the combustible nature of a
material, consult your local fire officials.“Fire Resis-
tant”materialsareconsideredcombustible:theyare
difficulttoignite,butwillburn.“Fire-rated”sheet
rock is also considered combustible.
The following clearances and hearth specifications
are the minimum requirements for installation into
amasonryorfactorybuiltfireplace.Mantelandwall
clearances will vary, depending upon the fireplace
facing and riser height, if needed. Use the tables and
illustrationsinfigs.4and5todeterminethemini-
mum clearances for your installation.
Hearth Requirements
HearthprotectioninfrontoftheGI550DVmustbe
composed of any noncombustible material extending
aminimum36”wide.Hearthprotectionmustextend
atleast16”forwardofthefireboxglasspanelwith
the following exception:
Cast Iron surrounds without Plinth: the hearth pro-
tectionmustextend36”x18”.
Seefig.4,Table1.
Fireplace Facing Options
Jøtul Cast Iron Surround - 40”Wx30”H
w/Plinth-40”Wx32”H
w/OptionalWideSurroundPanel-461/2”Wx33”H
w/PlinthExtensions-461/2”Wx35”H
Steel Door Kits - includes Surround Panels
44”Wx32”H
SCAN 70i Surround Assembly
-with1”Riser:44”Wx31”H
-with2”Riser:44”Wx32”H
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A: HearthProtectionWidth-18”fromcenterline.
B: HearthProtectionDepth:
18”forCastIronSurroundwithoutPlinth
16”forallotherconfigurations
C: SideTrimClearance,upto6”thick.Shownmeasured
fromfireplacecenterline=1”fromCastIronSurround
and0”(zeroclearance)fromSteelSurrounds.
D:SideRoomWallClearanceshownmeasuredfromthe
fireplacecenterline=24”fromSurround.
E: TopTrimClearance=Sameas3.5”deepmantel-Seefig.5.
Table 1. Hearth, Trim and Wall clearances.
A B C D E
 18” 18” 21” 44” 42”
 18” 16”  44” 44”
 18” 16” 22” 46” 44”
 18” 16” 23” 46”
 18” 16”  46”
Surround
Type
Jøtul
Cast Iron
Jøtul
Cast Iron
w/Plinth
Steel
Double
Doors
Scan 70i
w/Mantel
Heat Shield
Scan 70i
without
Mantel
Heat Shield
44”:1”
Riser
45”:2”
Riser
Use
noncom-
bustible
materials
only.
Use
noncom-
bustible
materials
only.
21”
241/4”
w/Wide
Surround

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138727_Rev_F 8/9/11
Mantel Clearance Requirements
Figure 5. Minimum Mantel Clearances shown
measured from the hearth surface to the mantel
surface.
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Vent Guidelines
• Allventcomponentsmustbeinstalledinaccor-
dance with the listing terms and manufacturer’s
instructions.
• VentHeight:Measuredfromthetopoftheinsert
to the top of the termination cap.
Minimum:nolessthan10’
Maximum:nogreaterthan35’.
The minimum vent height above the roof or
adjacentwallsisspecifiedbybuildingcodes.Asa
generalguide,followtheGasVentRuleonpage12.
• HORIZONTAL RUNS ARE NOT PERMITTED ANY-
WHERE IN THE VENTING SYSTEM.
• Ventinglinersusedonthisappliancemaynotbe
less than 3” in diameter or greater than 3” in diam-
eter.
• Anyunusedflueormasonryenclosurecanbeused
as a passageway for venting provided the flue is
relinedusing3”Listedflexiblegasliner.
• Theremainingspacearoundthelinerinamasonry
or zero-clearance flue CANNOT be used to vent any
other appliance.
• Flexiblelinercomponentsmaynotbeexposedin
any living space.
• Installationofanycomponentsnotmanufactured
or approved by Jøtul or failure to meet all clearance
requirementswillvoidallwarrantiesandcould
resultinpropertydamage,bodilyinjury,orserious
fire.
• Nevermodifyanyventingcomponent,oruseany
damaged venting product.
• THEGASAPPLIANCEANDVENTSYSTEMMUST
BEVENTEDDIRECTLYTOTHEOUTSIDEOFTHE
BUILDING,ANDNEVERATTACHEDTOACHIMNEY
SERVINGANOTHERSOLIDFUELORGAS-BURNING
APPLIANCE.
• Useventcomponentsuppliedbyoneofthevent
manufacturers listed on page 5 of this manual.
Do not mix components from different manufac-
turers in a single installation.
Table 2. Mantel clearances.
A B C D E
 48” 461/2” 45” 431/2” 42”
 50” 481/2” 47” 451/2” 44”
 50” 481/2” 47” 451/2” 44”
 50” 481/2” 47” 451/2” 44”
 51” 491/2” 48” 461/2” 45”
Surround
Type
Jøtul
Cast Iron
Jøtul
Cast Iron
w/Plinth
Steel
Double
Doors
Scan 70i
w/Mantel
Heat Shield
Scan 70i
without
Mantel
Heat Shield
Use noncombustible
materials only.
With1”Riser
With2”Riser

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Masonry Fireplace Vent Installation
1.Measureheightofthechimneytofireplaceopen-
ing.Determineifboththeintakeandexhaustwill
be extended to the top of the chimney.
2. Use tin snips to cut the appropriate lengths of flex
for both the intake and exhaust.
3. Attach the appropriate ends of the flex to the chim-
ney termination kit.
4.Dropthelinersdownthechimneyfromthetop
and rest the termination kit atop the chimney.
5. Seal the chimney termination kit to the top of the
chimney flue with high temperature sealant.
6.SecuretheappropriateDIRECTVENTCAPtothe
termination kit.
7. Inside the fireplace, fully extend the flex liner pipe
and cut off the excess so that the liners hang ap-
proximately15”fromthefloorofthefireplace.
8. If the Air Intake pipe will not be attached to the
chimney termination kit: (See IMPORTANT NOTICE
onthisbelow.)
a. The Air Intake flex pipe must extend from the
insert up into the first flue tile.
b. The flue must be permanently sealed-off from
the living area.
c. A direct vent cap is required to bring fresh air
into the chimney flue and Air Intake flex pipe.
d. Attach the Fireplace Conversion Notice to the
back of the fireplace if appropriate.
Masonry Fireplaces
A solid-fuel fireplace chimney must be clean and in
good working order. It must be constructed of no-
combustible materials. Chimney clean-outs must fit
properly.
WheninstallingtheUniversalGI550DVgasin-
sert into a masonry fireplace, the insert will be vented
throughdual3”flexiblegasaluminumliners.
Thisco-linearinstallationincludesapairof3”flex
ducts that run from the insert completely through
the existing chimney to the termination cap.
One liner is attached to the Exhaust Outlet on the
back of the unit and will carry the exhaust gases to
the outside of the house. This exhaust liner must be
directly connected to the unit and run the full length
ofthechimney.Seefig.6.
Theother3”linerwillbeattachedtotheAirIn-
take Collar on the back of the unit to provide fresh air
for combustion. The Intake Collar is labeled for easy
identification.The liner must extend through the
damper area of the fireplace into the tile liner of the
chimney. This liner can also extend the full length of
the chimney and connect to the termination cap.
IMPORTANT
If the intake flex does not extend the full length
of the chimney, forming a direct connection between
the unit and the termination cap, the flue must be
permanently sealed-off from the living area. See fig.
6.Thesealisnotnecessaryifadirectconnectionis
madebetweenthecapandthefireplace.WARNING!
Avoid cross venting the insert. Before installation,
label both ends of the exhaust flex pipe to ensure
connection to the appropriate collars on the fireplace
unit and vent termination cap.
Cutting of any sheet metal parts on a solid-fuel
fireplace is prohibited.
Smoke shelves, shields, and baffles may be re-
moved if attached with mechanical fasteners.
CANADAREQUIREMENT:BoththeIntakeand
the Exhaust liners must extend the full length
of the chimney and be securely connected to
both the unit and the termination kit.
If the fireplace has been modified to accom-
modate installation, use anchors or masonry
nails to attach the metal Fireplace Conversion
Notice Plate supplied with this unit to the
back wall of the masonry fireplace firebox
where it will be readily seen should the insert
be removed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
THE USE OF AN EXISTING CHIMNEY AS AN AIR
INTAKE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE ANSI
Z21.88-1999-CSA 2.33-M99 TEST METHODS AND
RESULTING ITS/WHI PRODUCT CERTIFICATION.
THE CODE AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION
MUST BE CONSULTED PRIOR TO PROCEEDING
WITH THIS INSTALLATION METHOD.

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WARNING:
FAILURE TO POSITION THE PARTS IN ACCOR-
DANCE WITH THIS DIAGRAM OR FAILURE TO USE
ONLY PARTS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED WITH THIS
APPLIANCE MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR PERSONAL INJURY.
ListedDirectVent
Termination Cap
If the flex pipe coes not
connectdirectlytoaDirect
Vent Termination at the
top of the chimney, the
flue must be permanently
sealed-off from the living
area.
Maintainproper
clearancetoMantel
and Trim
Sealed Chimney
Cap Anchor Plate
Listed Flexible
GasLiners
Max.Height35ft.
Min.Height10ft.
AIR INTAKE FLEX PIPE
EXHAUST FLEX PIPE
To Air Intake
Collar -
left side
To Exhaust
Collar -
right side
Figure 6. Masonry Fireplace Venting Configuration.
Attach Fireplace
Conversion Notice
PlatetoRearWall
of Fireplace if the
damper has been
modified.
Prefabricated Fireplaces
A prefabricated fireplace chimney must be clean
and in good working order. It must be constructed of
noncombustible materials. Chimney clean-outs must
fit properly.
A factory-built prefabricated fireplace will require a
few modifications before installation of the fireplace
insert.
Modification Steps:
1. Remove any fuel grate or other components at-
tached to the firebox. On most models the fire
grate is attached to the unit with brackets which
should be cut or pried off.
2. Remove the damper assembly. This includes the
damper blade, handle and any linkage.
Two3”linersmustbeabletopassthroughthe
damper area.
3. Remove any fire screen or door assembly.This is
usually done by removing a support rod on the
inside of the fireplace frame. Smoke shelves,
shields, and baffles can be removed if attached
with mechanical fasteners.
4.Ifthereisametalashlip,ittooshouldbere-
moved to allow the unit to sit flat in the fireplace.
Be sure to reinstall any screws removed.
IMPORTANT:
BEFORESTARTINGTHISINSTALLATION,MAKESURE
THATAGASLINECANBEINSTALLEDORISINSTALLED
TOTHEFIREBOX.THISSHOULDONLYBEDONEBYA
QUALIFIEDORLICENSEDPLUMBERORGASFITTER.
TheGI550DVgasinsertisspecificallydesigned
to be vented using a co-linear system.
Installationincludesapairof3”flexductsthat
run from the insert completely through the existing
chimney to the termination cap. See figure 7, page
12.
One liner is attached to the exhaust port on the
back of the unit and will carry the exhaust gases to
the outside of the house. This exhaust liner must be
directly connected to the unit and run the full length
of the chimney.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
THE USE OF AN EXISTING CHIMNEY AS AN AIR
INTAKE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE ANSI
Z21.88-1999-CSA 2.33-M99 TEST METHODS AND
RESULTING ITS/WHI PRODUCT CERTIFICATION.
THE CODE AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION
MUST BE CONSULTED PRIOR TO PROCEEDING
WITH THIS INSTALLATION METHOD.

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The minimum vent height above the roof or
adjacentwallsisspecifiedbymajorbuildingcodes.A
generalguidetofollowistheGasVentRulebelow.
Theother3”linerwillbeattachedtotheintake
port on the back of the unit and will provide fresh air
for combustion to the unit. This liner must extend a
minimumof6ft.offthebackoftheunitandextend
through the damper area of the fireplace and into the
first section of pipe. This liner can also extend the full
length of the chimney and connect to the termina-
tion cap. See figure 7.
IMPORTANT:
If the intake flex does not extend the full length of
the chimney and connect to the unit and the termi-
nationcap-THENAMETALBLOCKOFFPLATEMUST
BECONSTRUCTEDANDINSTALLEDABOVETHEUNIT
PRIORTOTHEENDOFTHEINTAKEFLEX(normallyat
the damper area).
CANADAREQUIREMENT:BoththeIntake
and the Exhaust liners must extend the full
length of the chimney and be securely con-
nected to both the unit and the termination
kit.
If the fireplace has been modified to accom-
modateinstallation,useanchorsormasonry
nails to attach the metal Fireplace Conversion
NoticePlatesuppliedwiththisunittothe
backwallofthemasonryfireplacefirebox
whereitwillbereadilyseenshouldtheinsert
be removed.
Cutting of any sheet metal parts on a solid-fuel
fireplace is prohibited.
If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access
hole(s)provided,anaccesshole1.5”diameterorless
may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of
the firebox in a proper workmanship-like manner.
This access hole must be plugged with noncombus-
tible insulation after the gas supply line has been
installed.
GAS VENT RULE
Flatto6/12 1’0”0.3M
Over7/12to9/12 2’0”0.6M
Over10/12to12/12 4’0”1.2M
Over13/12to16/12 6’0”1.8M
Over17/12to21/12 8’0”2.4M
MinimumHeight
From Roof
ROOF SLOPE


ExhaustGas
Figure 7. Factory-built fireplace vent configuration with
direct connection to chimney termination cap as required
in Canada.
Metalblock-offplate
is required to seal flue
from the living area if Air
Intake pipe does not con-
nectdirectlytoaDirect
Vent Termination at the
top of the chimney
Clearance to
combustible
materials must
be maintained
in accordance
with the fireplace
manufacturer’s
listing.
Listed Flexible
GasLiners
Max.Height35ft.
Min.Height10ft.
Hearth protection
must be maintained
in accordance with the
fireplace manufac-
turer’s listing.
Intake Air
Factory-built Class
A Listed Solid Fuel
Chimney within
wood framed
chase.
Storm Collar
ListedDirectVent
Standard or high-wind
Termination Cap
DONOTBLOCKOFF
DOUBLEORTRIPLE-WALL
CHIMNEY AIR FLOW.

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Prefabricated Fireplace Vent Installation
1.Measureheightofthechimneytofireplaceopen-
ing.Determineifboththeintakeandexhaustwill
be extended to the top of the chimney.
2. Cut the appropriate lengths of flex for both the
intake and exhaust.
3. If the intake flex will be attached to the chimney
termination kit: Attach the appropriate ends of the
flex to the chimney termination kit. Label the end
of the exhaust pipe.
4.Dropthelinersdownthechimneyfromthetop
and rest the termination kit atop the chimney.
5. Seal the chimney termination kit to the top of the
chimney pipe with high temperature sealant.
6.SecuretheappropriateDIRECTVENTCAPtothe
termination kit.
7. Inside the fireplace, fully extend the flex and cut
off the excess flex so that the liners hang approxi-
mately15”fromthefloorofthefireplace.
8. If the intake flex is NOT attached to the chimney
termination kit: See NOTICE on page 12.
 A.Itisnecessarytoinstallaminimum6foot
length of flex pipe into the flue for the intake air.
 B.AMETALdamperblockoffplatemustbe
constructed and installed in the damper area to
completely seal off the flue from the room. Cut
holes for both the intake and exhaust liners in the
block off plate.
C. A direct vent cap is still required to allow fresh
air into the chimney flue and ultimately into the
intake flex and insert.
D.AttachtheFireplaceConversionNoticetothe
back of the fireplace if appropriate.
9. Surround panels must not block or seal any venti-
lation openings on the prefabricated fireplace.
Vent Connection
The Vent Collar Plate, located on top of the cabinet,
is removable to ease connection of the vent liners in
those cases where access within the fireplace is re-
stricted.Whetheryouareventingthroughamasonry
chimney or a prefabricated chimney, the flex liner is
connected to the insert in the same way. Use the fol-
lowing procedure.
WearSafetyGloves!
1. DisengagetheVentCollartoolfromthetopofthe
fireplace cabinet by loosening the two retainer
screws, then sliding the tool over and up as in fig.
8.
2. Remove the retainer screw that attaches the
Collar Plate to the cabinet top and slide the plate
back off of the cabinet. Secure the flex liners to
the appropriate collars on the Vent Collar Plate us-
ing sheet metal screws or hose clamps, as shown
in fig. 9. Confirm that the liners are not cross-
vented.
3. Position the insert, without surround panels,
halfway inside the fireplace and engage the Vent
Collar Plate within the rails on the cabinet top
enough to get it started. Engage one end of the
tool over the tabs on the flue collar plate as in
fig. 9. Use a striking motion to hammer the collar
plate fully forward and secure it to the cabinet
flange using the sheet metal screw previously
removed.
4. StoretheVentAdaptortoolbesidetheinsert
cabinet inside the fireplace for future use when
servicing the unit.
Figure 9.
Use the tool to pull the collar plate into place.
Figure 8. Remove the Flue Collar tool. Also, remove the
Upper Deflector if a Cast Iron surround is to be installed.
Loosen these screws enough to disengage
the tool, then retighten.
ExhaustIntake
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Connecting the Gas Supply
Gas Supply Requirements
ALL INSTALLATIONS MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL
CODEORINTHEABSENCEOFLOCALCODE,MUST
COMPLY WITH THE MOST RECENT EDITION OF THE
NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 OR
CAN-B149.
Shut-off Valve
All codes require a gas Shut-off valve (gas cock)
and union to be installed in the supply line and in
the same room as the appliance. This allows for the
disconnection of the fireplace for servicing and main-
tenance. See Fig. 11.
The fireplace and gas control valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping during any
pressure testing of the system at test pressures in
excessof1/2psig.Forpressureslowerthan1/2psig,
isolate the gas supply by closing the manual shut-off
valve.
Control Valve Connection
As mounted, the gas supply line connection is
made to the upper end of the valve.The gas sup-
plylineshouldbeaminimum3/8”diameter,orthe
appropriate size to provide sufficient gas pressure to
the valve regardless of the input setting.
The use of flexible gas appliance connectors
is acceptable in many areas in the U.S. In Canada,
methods vary depending on local code. If local codes
permit, use flexible gas line for ease of installation
and service. For those locales where flexible gas lines
arenotpermitted,usethe3/8”ironfittingtomake
the connection at the top side of the Control Valve.
See fig. 11.
Securealljointstightlyusingappropriatetools
and sealing compounds (for propane units, be sure to
use compounds that are propane resistant). Turn on
gassupplyandtestforgasleaksusinga50/50soapy
water solution or a gas detector. Never use an open
flame to check for leaks.
A T-HANDLE GAS SHUT-OFF VALVE IS RE-
QUIRED IN MASSACHUSETTS IN COMPLIANCE
WITH CODE 248CMR.
THISPRODUCTMUSTBEINSTALLEDBYALI-
CENSEDMASTERORJOURNEYMANPLUMB-
ER OR GAS-FITTER WHEN INSTALLED IN THE
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS.
Final Positioning
1. BlowerPowerCord:
Extend the blower power cord out forward of the
fireplace, routing it to the nearest power source.
2. Level and Plumb the Cabinet:
Withthefireplacecabinetinitsfinalposition,
confirm that it is level and plumb.
Adjusttheleglevelersateachcornerasappro-
priatetofine-tunethelevelupto1/2”.Ifagreater
height increase is required, the brackets can be
loweredin1/2”incrementstoraisethecabinetup
toamaximum21/2”.
3. InsertHeightAdjustment
•Plinth:IfaCastIronorWideSurroundisbeing
installedwiththeaplinthoption,adjusttheleg
levelerbracketstoraisetheunit2”.
•Scan70iFronts:Adjustthelegbrackets1”or
2”,dependinguponwhichsizerisertrimisbeing
used.
NOTE:THE APPROPRIATE MANTEL CLEARANCES
MUSTBEMAINTAINEDASSPECIFIEDONPAGE9.
 IFRAISINGTHEINSERTMORETHAN1/2”,INSTALL
NONCOMBUSTIBLESUPPORTMATERIALS,SUCH
ASTILEORPAVERS,UNDERTHECENTEROFTHE
CABINET.
4. ExtendtheSurroundBracketTabs:
Use pliers to bend back the Surround Bracket Tabs,
located on the forward edge of each cabinet side,
as shown in fig. 10.
•Tabs1and2bendinboard- for use with all cast
iron surrounds, steel door facings, and the Scan
70i facing.
•Tabs3and4bendoutboard - for use with op-
tionalWideSurroundPanelsonly.
Figure 10. Surround bracket tab orientation.
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Gas Pressure
Proper gas pressure provides a consistent flow of
gas to the appliance and is instrumental in checking
for gas leaks. The gas control valve on the fireplace is
equipped with pressure test points
for gauge connections. The gauge
connections are located on the
front of the valve next to the
On/Off/Pilotknob.Gaugecon-
nections are identified by:
• IN/Eforinletorsupply
pressure (the amount of gas com-
ing to the valve.)
• OUT/Aformanifoldpres-
sure (the amount of gas that is
coming out of the valve to the
burner.)
Soap Solution Leak Test
• Mixa50-50solutionofwateranddishsoap.
• Lightappliance-seelightinginstructionsonpage
23 of this manual or on the fireplace’s rating plate.
• Brushorsprayalljointsandconnectionswiththe
soapy water solution.
• Ifbubblesappearatanyconnectionorseamora
gas odor is detected, immediately turn gas control
knob to the OFF position.
Tightenorreconnecttheleakingjointandretest
for any gas leaks.
Figure 11. Gas supply line fittings.
The appliance must be isolated from the gas sup-
ply line by closing its individual manual gas shut-off
valve (gas cock) during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system that is equal to or exceeds pres-
suresof1/2psig(3.5kPa).
Inlet Pressure
MIN   MAX
NaturalGas:5.0WC(1.24kPa) 7.0WC
(1.74kPa)
Propane:12.0WC(2.98kPa)16.0WC(3.98
kPa)
ManifoldPressure
MIN   MAX
NaturalGas:1.2WC(0.29kPa) 3.8WC
(.95 kPa)
Propane:2.9WC(0.72kPa)11.0WC(2.74kPa)
ALWAYS TEST PRESSURE WITH VALVE CONTROL KNOB
SET ON HIGH. Symptoms of incorrect gas pressure
include:
Insufficient gas pressure:
• Smallpilotflamewhichcanresultininsufficient
millivolts.
• LittlevariationinflamepicturebetweenHIandLO
settings.
• Insufficientgastosupportmorethanoneappli-
ance causing nuisance outages or gas surges.
Excessive gas pressure:
• Permanentdamagetovalvecausingcompleteap-
pliance shut down.
• Toolargeapilotflameresultinginoverheatingof
the power generator and consequent shut down.
• Sootingduetoimpingementand/orincorrectfuel
to air mix.
HighAltitudeAdjustment
Installationslocatedataltitudesfrom2000-4250ft.
(610M-1370M)requireadjustmentfordifferences
inpressure.UseJøtulHighAltitudeAdjustmentKit
156451forpropaneor156452fornaturalgasadjust-
ment.













Figure 12. Pressure test points located on the front of
the valve.
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Conversion Kit Contents:
#156446 - LP #156447 - NG
• 1RegulatorTowerlabeledforPropane
• 3RegulatorTowerScrews
• 1BurnerOrifice(#31NG,1.80mmLP)
• 1PilotOrifice(#30forLP,#51forNG)
• LabelA-tobecompletedandappliedtothe
control valve.
• LabelB-applytothefireplaceRatingPlateas
designated on the plate.
Tools required:
•1/2”or13mmdeepwellsocketandwrench
•TorxT-20orsmallspadescrewdriver
•4mmhexkey,includedinkit
CAUTION: Before proceeding with the gas con-
version, the gas supply must be shut off prior to
disconnecting electrical power.
Fuel Conversion Procedure
1. Remove the Burner assembly:
• Ifyouhavenotalreadydoneso,removethe
fettle and log set from the firebox. CAUTION:
THELOGSAREFRAGILE. Handle them with care
and set aside out of the way. See fig. 13.
• RemovetheBurnerSkirtattachedtotherear
of the firebox by two sheet metal screws.
• LoosenthewingnutontheAirShutterStem,
located under the center of the firebox floor,
and push the stem as far as it will go toward
thebackoftheinsert.Disengagetheburner
assembly from the Air Shutter by lifting it up
and back, out of the firebox. Swing the Air
Shutter out of the way to access the burner ori-
fice.Fig.14.
2. Change the Burner Orifice:
• Usinga13mmdeepwellsocket,removethe
burner orifice and replace with the appropriate
orifice, supplied in the kit. Tighten securely.
3. Change the Air Shutter position: Lift the Air
Shutter tube up in its slots to turn the tube
over, so that the appropriate fuel type indicator
(LPorNG)isorientedfacingyou.Seefig.15.
4.ChangethePilotOrifice:
 •DisengagethePilotHoodbyreleasingthere-
tainerclipasshowninFig.16.Usinga4mmhex
key, unscrew the pilot orifice (counterclockwise).
Replace with the orifice from the kit. Tighten
new orifice securely into the base of the pilot
assembly.
 •ReplacePilotHoodbypushingitintothebase.
Fuel Conversion
TheJøtulGI550Fireplaceisdesignedtoforusewith
either Natural gas or Propane. It is shipped from the
factory configured to use Natural gas. A conversion kit
is included for conversion to Propane use if desired.
Check the identification label on the Control Valve to
confirm that the correct fuel is used.
WARNING:
THECONVERSIONKITISTOBEINSTALLEDBYAN
AUTHORIZED JØTUL SERVICE TECHNICIAN IN ACCOR-
DANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTION
AND ALL CODES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE AU-
THORITY HAVING JURISDICTION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. THE QUALIFIED
AGENCY PERFORMING THIS WORK ASSUMES RESPON-
SIBILITYFORTHISCONVERSION.
IN CANADA:
THECONVERSIONSHALLBECARRIEDOUTINACCOR-
DANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROVIN-
CIAL AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION AND IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
CAN1-B149.1AND.2INSTALLATIONCODE.
Cet equipement de conversion sera installe par
une agence qualifiee de service conformement aux
instructions du fabricant et toutes exigences et
codesapplicablesdel’autorisesavoirlajuridiction.Si
l’information dans cette Instruction n’est pas suivie
exactement, un fey, explosion ou production de pro-
toxyde de carbone peut resulter blessure personnelle
de vie. L’agence qualifiee de service est esponsable
del’installationn’estpaspropreetcompletejusqu’a
l’operation de l’appareil converti est cheque suivant
les criteres etablis dans les instructions de propri-
etaire provisionnees avec l’equipement.
Figure 13. Firebox component identification.
Burner
Fettle
Air Shutter Stem under firebox floor
Burner Skirt
Pilot Assembly

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Remove the
black rubber
gasket from
the valve.
Figure 17.
Valve Regulator replacement.
5. Replace the Burner Assembly: Slide the venturi
tube into the Air Shutter and engage the tube
fully over the orifice. The burner should engage
with the support brackets on the floor of the
firebox. Properly located, the burner will be level
and locked into correct alignment with the pilot
assembly as in fig. 13.
6.AdjusttheAirShutter:
 •Slidetheshutterforward(towardyourself)to
open the inlet. Slide it back to the rear to close.
The shutter is set at the half way position at
the factory. This is an optimum setting for most
installations using natural gas. Propane use,
however, may require a different setting.. See the
section,FlameAppearance/AirShutterAdjust-
ment on page 22 for further details.
7. Change the Regulator: See Fig. 17.
 •UsingaTorxT-20screwdriverorsmallspade
screwdriver, remove the three specialty screws
from the front of the valve regulator.
 •Removetheregulatortowerandgasket.
BESURETOREMOVETHEBLACKRUBBERGASKET
FROMTHEVALVE.
 •Installthenewvariableregulatortowerwith
the new rubber gasket. Thoroughly tighten new
regulator to valve body.
8. Apply the Conversion Labels:
 •ApplyLABELAtothecabinetfloorsothatit
may be seen by anyone servicing the fireplace.
•ApplyLABELBtotheRatingPlateinthespace
provided.
9. Reassemble the fireplace, apply gas to the system
and check for gas leaks including all gas lines
before and after the valve. NEVER USE AN OPEN
FLAMETOCHECKFORGASLEAKS.
Useanelectronicgasdetectoror50/50soapy
water solution to check for leaks at all connection
joints.Thesoapsolutionwillactivelybubbleifa
leak is present. Tighten connections until no leaks
are detected.
IMPORTANT:Correctgaspressureisessentialfor
efficient and safe operation. It is important that
the correct gas pressure be established at the
time of the installation. For more details, see the
GasPressuresectionofthismanualonpage15
and the Rating Plate.
WHENLIGHTINGTHISAPPLIANCE,ALWAYSREFERTO
THELIGHTINGINSTRUCTIONSONTHEINSIDEBACK
COVEROFTHISMANUAL.
Figure 14. Main orifice location with burner skirt and
burner assembly removed.
Figure 15. Changing the Air Shutter orientation.
Figure 16. Pilot Orifice replacement.
Pilot Assembly
Pilot Hood
Pilot Orifice
Retainer
Clip
Burner Orifice




Lift shut-
ter in
slot and
reverse
position.
Apply small conversion
notice label here.

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Figure 19. Blower Wiring Diagram























  








Figure 18. Wiring Diagram for optional thermostat.
Remote Control
TheoptionalJøtulRemoteControl129706maybe
installed in place of the factory-installed manual
Burner switch.
1. Remove the switch box from the valve compart-
ment. Remove the switch plate and disconnect
thewiresfromtheTHandTH/TPterminalsunder
the valve.
2. InstalltheReceiverswitch/batteryboxassem-
bly supplied with the remote control onto the
front of the insert burner switch box. Attach the
Receiver cover plate. See Appendix A, page 28, for
additional details.
3. Run the wires out the back of the switch box and
connecttheleadstotheTHandTH/TPterminals
onthevalve.DONOTDISCONNECTANYWIRES
FROMTHEVALVE.
4.Reinstalltheswitchboxtothevalvecompart-
ment floor using the same nut previously re-
moved.
BlowerPowerRequirement
Theblowerisfullyassembledandrequiresnoadjust-
ment.
Run the 10 ft. power cord out forward from the fire-
place to the nearest grounded power outlet.
The blower must be electrically grounded in ac-
cordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with the current NFPA 70- National Electrical
Code or CSA C22.1-Canadian Code.
A three-prong (grounding) power supply plug
is included for protection against shock hazard
and should be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three-prong receptacle. DO NOT CUT
OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE
PLUG.
ALWAYSDISCONNECTTHEPOWERSUPPLYBEFORE
SERVICINGTHEBLOWER.
Wall Thermostat Installation
UseWallThermostat#750003,ora750millivoltDC
two-wire circuit thermostat, to automatically control
your fireplace operation. The thermostat should be
placed in the same room as the heater, typically 5’
off the floor. Avoid drafty areas or any area that may
effect the accuracy of the thermostat.
The thermostat should be connected to the
insertusingaminimum16gaugewirewithamaxi-
mum length of 35 feet of wire.
1. Remove the Burner switch box to access the wire
harness. Connect one of the thermostat leads to
the orange pigtail lead extending from the wire
harness.
2. Connect the other thermostat lead to the TH
terminal on the valve. DO NOT DISCONNECT ANY
WIRES. See fig. 18.
At the wall thermostat, the two wires should
be connected to the two connection terminals on
the thermostat base plate per the manufacturer’s
instructions.
For thermostatic function, place the rocker
switch in the T-STAT position. The pilot flame must
be lit.
CAUTION:LABELALLWIRESPRIORTODISCON-
NECTION WHEN SERVICING THE CONTROLS. WIR-
ING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DAN-
GEROUS OPERATION. ALWAYS VERIFY PROPER
OPERATION AFTER SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.
ATTENTION: AU MOMENT DE L’ENTRETIENDES
COMMANDES,ETIQUETEZTOUSLESFILSAVANT
LEDEBRANCHEMENT.DESERREURSDECABLAGE
PEUVENT ENTRAIUN FONCTIONNEMENT INAD-
EQUAT ET DAGEREUX.

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OptionalBrickPanelKit
Assembly
CAUTION:THESEPANELSAREEXTREMELYFRAGILE!
SUPPORTEACHPIECEWITHBOTHHANDSAND
HANDLETENDERLY.
InstalltheoptionalBrickPanelKitsbeforeinstalling
the log set. No fasteners or tools are required. Brick
panels are shown here, however, Corrugated panels
install in the same way. Both style panels are revers-
ible.
1. RemovetheGlassFrame,ifyouhavenotalready
done so. See fig. 1, pg. 3.
2. Remove the Log Set. These parts are not fastened.
Simply lift them out of the firebox.
3. Install the Rear Panel. Orient the rear panel to
align with the brick courses on the Side Panels as
shown in fig. 20. Place the panel against the back
wall of the firebox, resting on the log shelf as in
fig. 21.
4.InstalltheSidePanels.Orientthepanelstraight
upright, with the leading edge on the support
shelf, as shown in fig. 22a. Slide the panel all the
way back, keeping it sandwiched between the side
wall and the end of the air deflector. See fig. 22b.
5. ReplacetheLogSet,andGlassAssembly.
Figure 22b.
Install the Side Panels taking care to clear the Air
Deflector.
Figure 21. Install Rear Panel.
Figure 20. Align the Rear panel mortar joints with
those in the side panels.
Left Side
Panel
Rear Panel
Right Side
Panel
AirDeflector
AirDeflector
Figure 22a. Install Side Panel vertically.

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Log Set Assembly
Muchtimeandefforthasbeendevotedtoattain-
ing a lively, realistic flame picture while simulta-
neously achieving efficient fuel combustion and
effective heat output under a variety of installa-
tion conditions.The flame picture you experience,
however, will be affected by a number of variables
peculiar to your installation such as venting con-
figuration, environmental and weather conditions,
and fuel type. Log placement is critical to the final
flame picture. Pay particular attention to placing
the log pieces as illustrated here. Carefully unpack
and arrange the logs as outlined below. CAUTION:
The logs are fragile. Please handle each piece with
care.
Use safety gloves to handle the log parts as the
ceramic fibers can irritate skin.
1. Place the Rear Log on the burner skirt against
thebackofthefireboxasshowninfig.24.
2. Set the Lower Left and Right logs in place on the
burner plate pegs as shown in fig. 25.
3. Set the three upper logs on the appropriate pegs
asshowninfig.26.
4. LightlyscattertheEmberStones,includedin
the Log Set package, over the burner plate. Place
them directly on top of the burner base and
aroundthelogparts. DONOTALLOWEMBER
STONESTOBLOCKTHEPILOTASSEMBLYAREA.
The burner ports directly in front of the pilot
must remain clear for proper burner ignition.
6. ReplacetheGlassPanelFrameusingthe
Latch Release tool to engage the latches with
the frame. See fig. 1, page 3.
Figure 25. Place the base logs on the burner pegs.
Figure 24 Place the rear log against the back wall.
Figure 26. Locate the upper logs on the
appropriate pegs.
Figure 27. Assembled log set and embers.
Figure 23. GI 550 DV Log Set 156450.
Rear Log
222450
Left Up-
per
222454 Right Up-
per
222453
Middle
Upper
222455
Left Lower
222452
Right Lower
222451
KEEP PILOT AREA CLEAR