Monessen Hearth BBV400NV User manual

BBV400NV/BBV400NE SERIES
B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE. THIS INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH APPLIANCE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
DANGER: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND WITHOUT ERROR, OR FAILURE TO HEED ANY
AND ALL WARNINGS IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION, FIRE OR THE PRODUCTION OF CARBON
MONOXIDE GAS WHICH CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.
DONOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
WHATTODOIFYOUSMELLGAS
• DONOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE.
• DONOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRICAL SWITCH; DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR BUILDING.
• IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM ANEIGHBOR’SPHONE. FOLLOW THE GAS SUPPLIER’S
INSTRUCTIONS.
• IFYOU CANNOT REACH YOUR GAS SUPPLIER, CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
WARNING: IFTHE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, AFIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT
CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY AQUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.
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ImportantInformation.......................................................................................................................2-4
ApplianceSystemComponents..................................................................................5
Clearances........................
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InstallationPreparation ...................................................................................................7-8
FireplaceandVentingInstallation..................................................................................................9
VentingRequirements ........................................................................................................10
GasSupplyConnections ...............................................................................................11
ElectricalWiring.....................................................................................................................................11
ElectronicIgnition........................................................................................................12
FireplaceSetup....................................................................................................................................13
OperatingInstructions.....................................................................................................................14-15
MaintenanceInstructions................................................................................................................15-16
OutsideCombustionAirPrecautionsandRecommendations.............................................................17
CombustionAirAssembly.....................................................................................................................18
Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................................19
RepairPartsList...................................................................................................................................20
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have chosen thefinest B-vent gas fireplace system available. Your fireplace has been designed for
years of decorative viewing enjoyment. Please take time to read this entire manual before installing or
operating your system.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LISTING AND CODE APPROVALS
U.S. and Canada Certification
The BBV400NV Series Gas Appliance has been tested in accordance with the ANSI Z21.50-
1998/CSAM2.22-M98 Standard for Vented Gas Fireplaces and have been LISTED by OMNI-
Test Laboratories, Inc. for installation and operation as described in these Installation and
Operating Instructions. All components are UL,AGA, CGA, or CSA safety certified.
Local Codes
Check with your local building code agency prior to installing this appliance to ensure
compliance with local codes, including the need for permits and follow-up inspections. This
installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, in the USA with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition.
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"Warning: If not installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, this product could expose you to substances in fuel or from fuel combustion which
can cause death or serious illness and which are known to the state of California to cause cancer,
birthdefects or other reproductive harm. Also, operation, installationand servicing of this product
could expose you to airborne particles of glass wool fibers known to the state of California to
cause cancer through inhalation."
The gas fireplace must be installed and serviced by a qualified installer to conform with local codes. In the
absence of local codes, install to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
The fireplace 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.
The fireplace must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig.
Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig will cause damage to the control valve and may cause damage to the shutoff
valve.
Model BBV400NV (Natural Gas):
Maximum Input: 18,000 BTU Per Hour
Minimum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure: 4.5 inches water column
Maximum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure: 7 inches water column
Manifold Pressure Under Flow Conditions: 3.5 inches water column
Notice: This appliance operates with a yellow, smoky flame. When properly adjusted according
to these instructions, small amounts of carbon (soot) will be deposited on the outlet section of
the air terminal and possibly on surrounding structure. If not properly adjusted and operated
according to these instructions, carbon (soot) will accumulate in larger quantities on the air
terminal and surrounding structure and objects.
Do not attempt to operate the burner at an input rate other than that given by the flame adjustment valve.
Illustrations throughout these instructions reflect typical installations and are for design purposes only. Actual
installation may vary slightly due to individual design preferences. However, minimum and maximum clearances
must be maintained at all times. The illustrations and diagrams in these instructions are not drawn to scale.
Any additions, changes or conversions required in order for the appliance to satisfactorily meet the application
needs must be made by a distributor or dealer using factory specified and approved parts.
This product is manufactured to use natural gas. Anatural gas unit can be converted to use propane, but ONLY
if converted by a qualified service technician and ONLY if the Natural Gas to Propane Gas Conversion Kit is
used.
If any assistance is required during installation, please contact your local dealer or the Customer Service
Department.
For Massachusetts Residences Only:
•This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Flexline installation must not exceed 36 inches.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This fireplace is a decorative gas appliance.
Do not burn wood or other materials in this fireplace.
Adultsandespeciallyyoungchildren should be alerted to the hazards of high temperatures and should stay away
to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Supervise young children when they are in the same room as the fireplace.
Due to high temperatures, the fireplace should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the fireplace.
The fireplace glass door must be in place when the appliance is operating.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to operating the fireplace.
It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the fireplace and
venting system are kept clean.
The fireplace and its venting system should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service
person.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
The fireplace area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors
andliquids.
This fireplace must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a separate solid fuel burning appliance.
Under no circumstances should the fireplace be modified.
The fireplace is not intended for use with a thermostat.
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 which has been under water.
Thisappliance must be installed with the draft hood in the same atmospheric pressure zone as the combustion air
inlet to the appliance.
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This gas appliance has been tested and listed for use with the optional components listed on this page. Many
optional components may be purchased separately and installed at a later date. However, installation of a blower
kitwill requireelectrical power. To avoidcostly reconstruction,electricalpower shouldbe connectedtothe appliance
at the time of initial appliance installation for possible addition of these accessories at a later date.
APPLIANCE SYSTEM COMPONENTS
A list of the components that may safely be used with this appliance are listed below.
BBV400NV Standing Pilot, Natural Gas†
BBV400NE Electronic Ignition, Natural Gas†
† Field convertible to propane gas.
GD36PB Polished Brass Glass Door††
GD36B Black Finish Glass Door††
†† Shownbelow.
CK35E LP Conversion Kit for Electronic Ignition Model
CK35L LP Conversion Kit for Standing Pilot Model
RC2 Hand Held Remote Control
GFWS Wall Switch
OAC4 Outside Air Kit
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
MODELS
GLASS DOORS
Must be installed with one of the glass doors shown below.
GD36B
GD36B
GD36PB
GD36PB
RC2
HAND HELD REMOTE 
CONTROL
GFWS
REMOTE WALL SWITCH
OAC4 OUTSIDE
OAC4 OUTSIDE
AIR ASSEMBLY
AIR ASSEMBLY
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