Kingsman ZV6500 User manual

Installation Instructions
Listed Certified for USA. and Canada
Certified to: ANSI Z21.50a-1992, Can1-2.19-M81, CGA, CAN/CGA 2.17-1991
Model Number ZV6500
Stock #’s: ZV6500N, ZV6500LP
“Zero Clearance”
Vented Gas Fireplace
Read this complete manual before beginning installation.
These instructions must be kept with the unit for future reference.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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.
Extinguish any open flame.
Do not touch any electrical switch.
Do not use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour’s phone.
If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
A Division of R-Co. Inc.
2340 Logan Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R2R 2V3
Ph: [phone]
Warning: Improper installation, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. Refer to this manual. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Printed in Canada 03/04/07 Part # 6500-P903CP

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Why does my fireplace or stove give off odour?
It is normal for your fireplace to give off some odour. This is due to the curing of the paint, adhesives,
silicones and any undetected oil from the manufacturing process as well as the finishing materials used
with the installations (e.g. marble, tile and the adhesives used to adhere this product to the walls can
react with heat and cause odours).
It is recommended that you burn your gas fireplace or stove for a minimum of four hours at a time with
the fan off after the curing of the paint has been completed. These odours can last upward to 40 hours
of burn time, keep burning at a minimum of four hours per use until odours dissipate.
About curing of the paint
Your stove or fireplace has been painted with the highest quality silicone stove paint. This paint dries
quickly in 15-20 minutes when first applied at the factory. However, due to the high temperature sili-
cone components, the paint will cure when heat is applied to the appliance as it is first used.
The following information applies to the curing process to get the paint fully hard and durable.
Fire the appliance four successive times for 10 minutes each firing and a 5 minute cool down between
each. Be aware during log and firebox paint curing that a white deposit may be developing on the
inside of the glass doors. It is important to remove this white deposit from the glass doors with an
appropriate cleaner to prevent build-up (such as Windex or a commercial fireplace glass cleaner).
• Babies, small children, pregnant women and pets should leave the area during the cure phase.
• Ventilate well, open doors and windows.
• Do not touch during curing.
Noise coming from the fireplace?
• Noise caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to the
sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or longevi-
ty of your fireplace.
PRE-INSTALLATION QUESTIONS and ANSWERS

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Installation and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Locating your appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Framing your gas fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,6
Gas line installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Operating and maintenance instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
General glass information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Log assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Fan kit installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Millivolt system, lighting, & burner control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Venting Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Repair parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Valve System Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Kingsman Fireplace part numbers &
specifications Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Kingsman Fireplace accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Kingsman Fireplace options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Trouble shooting the gas control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Kingsman Industries Gas Fireplace – Limited Warranty . . .13
Table of Contents

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Installation and Operation
Installation Regulations
This gas appliance must be installed by a qualified installer in accor-
dance with local building codes, or in the absence of local codes, with
the current CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 Installation Code (in Canada) or
the current National Fuel Gas Code Z223.1 when installed in the
United States.
This appliance, when installed, must be electrically connected and
grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code or with
the national Electrical Code; ANSI/NFPA 70-1987 when installed in the
United States.
FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF
YOUR GAS FIREPLACE PLEASE NOTE THE
FOLLOWING:
1. This appliance gives off high temperatures and should be located
out of heavy traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
2. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of the high
surface temperatures of this appliance and should stay away to
avoid burns or ignition of clothing.
3. Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same
room as your fireplace appliance.
4. Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified. Any
parts that have to be removed for servicing should be replaced prior
to operating this appliance.
5. Installation and any repairs to this appliance should be done by a
qualified service person. A professional service person should be
called to inspect this appliance annually. Make it a practice to have
all your gas appliances checked annually.
6. Control compartments, burners and air passages in this appliance
should be kept clean and free of dust and lint. Make sure that the
gas valve and pilot light are turned off before you attempt to clean
this unit.
7. The venting system (chimney) of this appliance should be inspected
at least once a year and if needed, your venting system should be
cleaned.
8. Keep the area around your appliance clear of combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. This appliance
should not be used as a drying rack for clothing nor should
Christmas stockings or decorations be hung from it.
9. Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, paper) be
used in this appliance.
10. For safe operation, glass doors must be closed.
11. Do not use this heater if any part 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.
12. Do not operate appliance unless completely installed as per
installation instructions.

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Locating your Appliance
(above or below grade)
Installing with Top Vent
When you install your fireplace as in position ‘B’, ‘D’ or ‘E’, a minimum
of 6 inches (153mm) clearance must be maintained from the perpendicu-
lar wall and the front of the appliance.
A - Flat on a wall D - As a room divider
B - Across the corner E - Flat on wall corner
C - As an island F - Exterior wall
Framing for your Gas Fireplace
Framing Specifications
1. Cold climate installation recommendation: when installing this
fireplace against non-insulated exterior wall or chase, it is
recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to
applicable insulation codes. Drywall should be installed over
insulation to prevent contact of insulation and unit.
2. Choose fireplace location and frame in accordance with the
fireplace framing dimensions specified (See Framing Diagrams).
Bend nailing tabs forward on left and right of unit and place
fireplace into framed enclosure.This allows for 1/2” in front of
framing tabs for finishing materials.
3. Drywall or other material can extend flush with the appliance on the
bottom, sides and top of fireplace.
4. Non-combustible materials such as brick and tile can be extended
across the face of the fireplace. If wide brass trim kit is going to be
installed, brick and tile will have to be installed flush with the front
of this appliance. If slim line brass trim kit is used, brick or tile may
extend past the front of unit. Hearth
A hearth is not mandatory but is recommended for aesthetic purposes.
We recommend a non-combustible hearth projecting out 12” (305mm)
or more in front of the fireplace.
Clearance to Combustibles
Back (from Standoffs) 0 inches/0 mm
Side (from standoffs) 0 inches/0 mm
Floor 0 inches/0 mm
Top (from standoffs) 0 inches/0 mm
Top (from front of unit) 0 inches/0 mm
Note: See Mantel Chart

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Gas Line Installation
This gas appliance should be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with
local building codes and with current CAN/CGA - B149.1 or .2 installation codes for
Gas Burning appliances and equipment in Canada and the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1 in the U.S.A.
1. The gas pipeline can be brought in through either the right or the left side of the
appliance. A knockout is provided at either location to allow for the gas pipe
installation and testing of any gas connection.
2. The gas control inlet is 1/2” NPT. Typical installation layout for rigid pipe is
shown at right.
3. When using copper or flex connector, use only approved fittings. Always
provide a union so that gas line can be easily disconnected for burner or fan
servicing. See gas specification for pressure details and ratings.
4. When a vertical section of gas pipe is required for the installation, a condensa-
tion trap is needed. See CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 for code details.
5. For natural gas, a minimum of 3/8” iron pipe with gas minimum pressure of 4.5
w.c. must be used for supply from the gas meter. Consult with the local gas
utility if any questions arise concerning pipe sizes.
6. 1/8” NPT plugged tappings are accessible for test gauge connection both on the
inlet and outlet of the gas valve.
7. Turn the gas supply ON and check for leaks. DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME
FOR THIS PURPOSE. Use an approved leak testing solution.
8. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures
in excess of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 KPa).
9. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its
individual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 KPa).
Note: The gas line connection may be made of 1/2” rigid pipe, 1/2” copper pipe
or an approved flex connector. Since some municipalities have additional local
codes, it is always best to consult your local authorities and the current
CAN/CGA - B149.1 or .2 installation code in Canada or the National Fuel Gas
code ANSI Z223.1 in the U.S.A.
Gas Specifications
Model Fuel Gas Control Maximum Input
ZV6500N Natural Millivolt
20000 BTU
ZV6500LP Propane Millivolt
20000 BTU
Gas Inlet 1/2” NPT
Gas Supply Minimum Normal Maximum
Pressure (inches water column)
Natural Gas 4.5 7.0 9.0
Propane Gas 10.8 11.0 12.0
Manifold Natural Gas 3.5 inches water column
Pressure Propane Gas 10.5 inches water column
Orifice Size Natural Gas (0-4500 ft) #46 Air shutter: closed
Propane Gas (0-4500 ft) #54 Air shutter: 0.137”
Mantles
Depending on the width of the fireplace mantle, it may be installed
higher or lower from the top of the fireplace opening. See drawing and
chart below for proper installation height of your combustible mantel-
piece. Non-combustible mantles may be installed at any height above
the fireplace opening.
Note: When using paint or lacquer to finish the mantle, such paint
or lacquer must be heat resistant (250˚F) to prevent discoloration.
Warning: Combustible objects must not be placed on
a non-combustible mantle unless the non-combustible
mantle meets the minimum height and width
requirements for a combustible mantle.
Important: Always check for gas leaks with a soap and water solution.
Do not use open flame for leak testing.
For the state of Massachusetts a T-handle gas shut-off valve must be
used on a gas appliance. This T-handle gas shut-off valve must be list-
ed and approved by the state of Massachusetts. This is in reference to
the state of Massachusetts state code CMR238.

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Operating and Maintenance Instructions
This gas appliance should be installed by a qualified installer in accor-
dance with local building codes and with current CAN/CGA - B149 (.1
or .2) installation codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment.
For safe installation and operation
note the following:
This appliance gives off high temperatures and should be located out of
heavy traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface
temperatures of this appliance and should stay away to avoid burns or
ignition of clothing.
Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified. Parts that
have to be removed for servicing should be replaced prior to operating
this appliance again.
Installation and any repairs to this appliance should be done by a quali-
fied service person. A professional service person should be called to
inspect this appliance annually. Make it a practice to have all of your
gas appliances checked annually.
Never use your gas fireplace as a cooking device.
The Burner/Log Assembly has been engineered and permanently
adjusted for proper flame control.
Periodically remove the logs from the grate assembly and vacuum any
loose particles from the grate and burner areas.
Control compartments, burners and air passages in this appliance
should be kept clean and free of dust and lint. Make sure that the gas
valve and pilot light are turned off before you attempt to clean this unit.
The venting system (chimney) of this appliance should be inspected at
least once a year and if needed, your venting system should be cleaned.
Keep the area around your appliance clear of combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
This appliance should not be used as drying rack for clothing, nor
should Christmas stockings or decorations be hung near it.
Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, paper, card-
board, coal) be used in this appliance.
Note: It is normal for your gas fireplace to give off some odor the
first time it is burned. This is due to the curing of the paint and any
undetected oil from the manufacturing process.
Please ensure that your room is well ventilated - open all windows.
Warning: When purging the gas line, the glass front must
be removed.
Do not alter gas orifice.
General Glass Information
Glass Cleaning
It will be necessary to clean the glass periodically. During start-up,
condensation, which is normal, forms on the inside of the glass and
causes dust, lint etc. to cling to the glass surface. Also, initial paint
curing can deposit a slight film on the glass. It is therefore recommended
that initially the glass be cleaned two or three times with non-abrasive
common household glass cleansers and warm water. After that, the
glass should be cleaned two or three times a season depending on the
circumstances.
Cautions and Warnings
• Do not clean when the glass is hot.
• The use of substitute glass will void all product warranties.
• Care must be taken to avoid breakage of the glass.
• Do not strike or abuse glass.
Glass Replacement
Use tempered glass Part #6500-109 or Door Kit Part #ZV65GD,
ceramic glass may be substituted.
Installation of Glass Door Kit (Part #ZV65GD)
The glass door kit is a complete door assembly. To install the door the
following procedures must be completed:
1. Remove the 45 degree side covers by loosening the two screws on the side of the
firebox behind the screens and remove covers, then tighten the screws back into
the firebox. Discard the 45 degree side covers as they are not used with the glass
door. With the side covers removed the door can be inserted into the two slots on
the left and right side of the unit just below the top channel of the firebox.
For removal of glass door kit lift upward approximately 1/2" and remove door slots.

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Log Assembly
Log Assembly
1. Remove logs from carton (4) and inspect.
2. Rear log should be installed onto rear log holder attached to back of
firebox above and to the rear of the burner pan.
3. Front log should be placed and centred on log supports in front of
burner.
4. Spread supplied rocks on bottom pan in front and sides of front log
to give ash appearance. DO NOT PLACE ROCKS ON TOP OF
BACK BURNER.
5. Top logs can then be placed across the front and back logs in the
slots provided.
6. Purge lines and test pilot operation.
7. Optional glass door may now be installed, see page7.
Fresh Air Kit Installation
A Fresh Air Kit may be required by some building codes, remove cover
plate on the bottom side of unit and insert three inch flex duct into the
side of fireplace by screwing it into the hole provided, attach the other
end to the plastic wall vent. When possible place the plastic vent below
the bottom of the fireplace (as shown in diagram).
5.0”

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Millivolt System, Lighting, & Burner Control
Lighting Instructions
1. Open access grill on bottom.
2. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to “OFF”.
NOTE: Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to “OFF” unless knob is
pushed in slightly. Do not force.
3. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas remaining in burner
combustion chamber.
4. Turn knob on gas control counter-clockwise to “PILOT”.
5. Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Immediately light the
pilot with piezo-electric ignitor while continuing to push knob in for
one (1) minute. Release knob. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out,
repeat steps 2 through 5 until pilot remains lit.
– If knob does not pop up when released, stop and immediately call
your service technician or gas supplier.
– If pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas control
knob to “OFF” and call your service technician or gas supplier.
6. Turn gas control knob counter-clockwise to “ON”.
7. All models are supplied with a wall switch that
turns the main burner on or off. If main burner does
not light immediately when you turn the gas control
valve to “ON” ensure that the wall switch is in the
“ON” position.
NOTE: Standard gas control valve without
HI/LOW is designed to be either fully on or fully
off. It should never be used to vary flame height or
adjust gas flow.
9. Close control access grill.
Pilot Burner
Adjustment
1. Remove pilot adjust-
ment cap.
2. Adjust pilot screw to
provide proper sized
flame.
3. Replace pilot adjust-
ment cap.
4. Leak Test.
To Turn Off Gas Appliance
Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be
performed. Open control access grill.
Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to “OFF”. Do not
force. Close control access grill.
Caution: Do Not Wire 120 Volt Power To Millivolt
Switches Or Thermostats.
THERMOCOUPLE
OR GENERATOR

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Vent Instructions
NOTE: A chimney venting this fireplace shall not vent any other
appliance.
This appliance may be vented into various types of applications “A”
Vent of solid fuel wood burning chimney, Masonry Clay lining and “B”
Vent liquid fuel gas chimney. (See Diagrams)
NOTE: Five (5) inch is required if existing chimney is six (6) inches
or larger. Five (5) inch single wall or “B” Vent liquid fuel gas
chimney may be used to adapt existing chimney or liner to
fireplace.
When installing with “B” Vent liquid fuel gas chimney install as per
“B” Vent Manufacturer Installation specifications. Offset vertical or
vertical installations may be installed.
NOTE: Installation of “B” Vent must follow “B” Vent
Manufactures Installation instructions when being used.
Seal all connections in venting system.
Chimney Installations
Three types of chimney systems may be used with this unit.
A chimney venting this fireplace shall not vent any solid fuel burning appliance.