Napoleon Arlington GDS20N User manual

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
WARNINGS & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING
• The stove is a vented gas-fired heater. Do not burn wood or other materials in this stove.
• Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should
stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Keep young children and animals away when the stove is
hot.
• Due to high temperatures, the stove 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 stove.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the stove.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the
stove and venting system are kept clean. The stove 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 stove area must be kept clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids.
• Under no circumstances should this stove be modified.
• This stove must not be connected to a chimney flue pipe serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance.
• Do not use this stove if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the stove and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under
water.
• Do not operate the stove with the glass door opened, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should
be done by a licensed or qualified service person.
• Do not strike or slam shut the stove glass door.
• This fireplace uses and requires a fast acting thermocouple. Replace only with a fast acting thermocouple
supplied by Wolf Steel Ltd.
NOTE: changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.
TABLE of CONTENTS
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
2. Warnings and Safety Precautions
What to do if you smell gas
4. Warranty
5. General Instructions
GeneralInformation
Care of Glass and Plated Parts
6. Location and Clearances
Pilot Indicator Light - Battery Install
7. Blower Installation
8. Terminal Installation
9. Venting
Venting LengthsandAirTerminalLocations
10. Typical and Special Vent Installations
11. Venting Specifications
15. Wall and Ceiling Protection
16. Horizontal and Vertical Venting
17. Stove Vent Connection
MobileHome Installation
Restricting Vertical Vents
GasInstallation
18. Finishing
Glassdoor installand removal
CastFront Installationand removal
19. Logo Placement
Log Placement
20. Operation / Maintenance
21. Adjustments
PilotBurnerAdjustment
VenturiAdjustment
OrificeReplacement
22. Replacements
ReplacementParts
Accessories
24. Trouble Shooting
26. Service History
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NAPOLEON products are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized
ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Assurance Certificate.
NAPOLEON products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained craftsmen who take
great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fired at a quality test station. The complete
fireplace is test-fired and thoroughly inspected by a qualified technician before packaging to ensure that you, the
customer, receives the quality product that you expect from NAPOLEON.
NAPOLEON GAS FIREPLACE PRESIDENT'S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
The following materials and workmanship in your newThe following materials and workmanship in your new
The following materials and workmanship in your newThe following materials and workmanship in your new
The following materials and workmanship in your new NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEON gas fireplace are warranted against defects forgas fireplace are warranted against defects for
gas fireplace are warranted against defects forgas fireplace are warranted against defects for
gas fireplace are warranted against defects for
as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™
as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™
as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™
logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelledlogs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled
logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelledlogs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled
logs and embers, ceramic glass (thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled
components and aluminium extrusion trims.components and aluminium extrusion trims.
components and aluminium extrusion trims.components and aluminium extrusion trims.
components and aluminium extrusion trims.
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as catalytic tiles, blowers, gas valves, thermalElectrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as catalytic tiles, blowers, gas valves, thermal
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as catalytic tiles, blowers, gas valves, thermalElectrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as catalytic tiles, blowers, gas valves, thermal
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as catalytic tiles, blowers, gas valves, thermal
switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered andswitch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and
switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered andswitch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and
switch, switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEON willwill
willwill
will
provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.
provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.
provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.
Any labour related to warranty repair is not covered.Any labour related to warranty repair is not covered.
Any labour related to warranty repair is not covered.Any labour related to warranty repair is not covered.
Any labour related to warranty repair is not covered.
CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
NAPOLEONwarrantsits productsagainstmanufacturing defectstothe originalpurchaseronly --i.e.,the individualorlegal entity(registered customer) whosename appears onthe warranty
registrationcard filed withNAPOLEON --provided that thepurchase was madethrough an authorizedNAPOLEON dealerand is subject to the following conditions and limitations:
Thisfactory warranty isnontransferable andmay not beextended whatsoeverbyany ofour representatives.
Thegasfireplace must beinstalledby a licenced,authorizedservice technicianorcontractor.Installation mustbedone in accordancewith the installationinstructionsincluded withtheproduct
andall local and national building and firecodes.
Thislimited warrantydoes not cover damages causedby misuse,lack of maintenance, accident, alterations,abuse orneglect and partsinstalled fromother manufacturers will nullify this
warranty.
Thislimited warranty further does notcover any scratches, dents, corrosionor discolouring caused by excessiveheat, abrasive andchemical cleaners nor chipping onporcelain enamel
parts,mechanical breakage of PHAZER™ logs and embers, norany venting componentsused in the installation of the fireplace.
NAPOLEONwarrants its stainless steel burnersagainst defectsin workmanshipand material for life, subjectto thefollowing conditions: During the first10 yearsNAPOLEON willreplace
or repairthe defective partsat ouroption free ofcharge. From10 years tolife, NAPOLEON willprovide replacement burnersat 50%ofthe current retail price.
Inthe first year only,this warranty extends to therepair orreplacement of warranted partswhich aredefective in material or workmanship providedthat the product has been operated in
accordancewith theoperation instructionsand under normal conditions.
Afterthe first year,withrespect to this President's LimitedLifetime Warranty, NAPOLEONmay, atits discretion,fully discharge all obligations withrespect to this warranty byrefunding to
theoriginal warranted purchaser the wholesaleprice of any warranted butdefective part(s).
Afterthefirstyear, NAPOLEONwill notberesponsiblefor installation,labourorany othercostsorexpenses relatedtothereinstallation ofawarrantedpart, andsuchexpenses are notcovered
bythiswarranty.
Notwithstandinganyprovisionscontainedinthis President's LimitedLifetimeWarranty,NAPOLEON’S responsibilityunderthis warrantyisdefinedas above anditshall not inanyevent extend
toany incidental, consequential or indirectdamages.
Thiswarranty definesthe obligations and liability ofNAPOLEON withrespect to the NAPOLEON gas fireplace and anyother warrantiesexpressed or implied with respectto thisproduct,
itscomponents oraccessories are excluded.
NAPOLEONneither assumes, norauthorizes any thirdparty to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the saleof this product. NAPOLEON will not beresponsible for:
over-firing,downdrafts,spillage caused byenvironmentalconditions suchasrooftops, buildings, nearbytrees,hills, mountains,inadequatevents orventilation,excessive venting configurations,
insufficientmakeup air,or negative air pressures which may ormay notbe caused by mechanical systems such asexhaust fans,furnaces, clothes dryers,etc.
Anydamagestofireplace,combustion chamber,heatexchanger,brasstrim or othercomponent duetowater, weather damage,longperiods of dampness,condensation,damagingchemicals
orcleaners will not bethe responsibility of NAPOLEON.
Thebillof saleor copy willbe requiredtogetherwith aserial number anda modelnumber when makingany warrantyclaimsfrom yourauthorized dealer. Thewarranty registrationcardmust
bereturned withinfourteen daysto register the warranty.
NAPOLEONreserves the right to haveits representative inspect any productor part thereofprior to honouring any warrantyclaim.
ALL SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNSARE SUBJECTTO CHANGE WITHOUTPRIOR NOTICE DUE TO ON-GOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® ISAREGISTERED
TRADEMARKOFWOLF STEELLTD. PATENTSU.S. 5.303.693.801-CAN. 2.073.411, 2.082.915.© WOLF STEELLTD.
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Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cool-
ing down cycles are normal and to be expected.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated
on the rating plate.This appliance is not convertible for use
with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean these parts. Buff
lightly with a clean dry cloth.
The glass is 3/16" ceramic glass available from your Napo-
leon / Wolf Steel Ltd. dealer. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATE-
RIALS. Clean the glass after the first 10 hours of operation
with a recommended gas fireplace glass cleaner. Thereaf-
ter clean as required. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT!
If the glass is not kept clean permanent discolouration and
/ or blemishes may result.
GDS20: Maximum input is 20,000 BTU/hr for natural gas
and propane. Maximum output for natural gas and propane
is 15,600 BTU/hr at an efficiency of 78%.
This stove is approved for closet or recessed installations,
as well as for bathroom, bedroom and bed-sitting room
installations and is suitable for mobile home installations.
The natural gas model can be installed in a mobile home
that is permanently positioned on its site and fueled with
natural gas.
THIS GAS STOVE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED
BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. In-
stallation practices vary from region to region and it is important to
know the specifics that apply to your area,
for example: in Massachusetts State:
• The fireplace damper must be removed or welded in the open
position prior to installation of a fireplace insert or gas log.
• The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
• The flexible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
• The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or
bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion
product.
• WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber
or gas fitter when installed within the commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
In absence of local codes, install to the current CAN1-B149
Installation Code in Canada or to the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1, and NFPA54 in the United States. Mobile home
installation must conform with local codes. In the absence of
local codes, install to the current standard for gas equipped
mobile housing CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series in Canada or the
manufactured home construction and safety standard, Title 24
CFR, part 3280, or the Fire Safety Criteria for manufactured
home installations, Sites and Community Standard ANSI/NFPA
501A in the United States.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the stove removed.
Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before re-
installing the door.
Under extreme vent configurations, allow several minutes (5-
15) for the flame to stabilize after ignition.
It is recommended that all horizontal runs have a ¼ inch rise
per foot.
Objects placed in front of the stove must be kept a minimum
of 48" away from the front face of the unit.
The stove 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). The
stove 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 ½ psig (3.5 kPa).
The stove, when installed with a blower, must be electrically con-
nected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the ab-
sence of local codes, use the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN
ELECTRICALCODEinCanada ortheANSI/NFPA70NATIONAL
ELECTRICALCODE in the United States. The blower power cord
must be connected into a properly grounded receptacle. The
grounding prong must not be removed from the cord plug.
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS STOVE HAS BEEN TEST-
FIRED TOASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY!
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water column for
natural gas and 11 inches water column for propane. Maximum
inlet gas pressure is 7 inches water column for natural gas and 13
inches water column for propane. When the valve is set to "HI", the
manifold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5 inches water col-
umn for natural gas and 10 inches water column for propane.
When the fireplace is installed at elevations above 4,500ft, and in
the absence of specific recommendations from the local authority
having jurisdiction, the certified high altitude input rating shall be
reduced at the rate of 4% for each additional 1,000ft.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS
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MAINTAIN THESE MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES:
A. 4" B. 2"*C. 2"
STOVE SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED DIRECTLY ON CARPETING.
MINIMUM 48" FROM STOVE TOP TO CEILING
TO CEILING FROM STOVE TOP.......................................48"
HORIZONTALVENT
SIDES AND BOTTOM .....................................................1"
TOP............................................................................2"
VERTICALVENT
ALL SIDES...................................................................1"
If less than 5" clearance is maintained between the back
of the stove and the back wall, it will be necessary to
disconnect the venting and gas pipe to move the stove
out for installation or service of the blower.
Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing
and operating the stove.
Never obstruct the front opening of the stove.
As long as clearance to combustibles is kept within the
required distances, the most desirable and beneficial lo-
cation for a Napoleon stove is in the centre of a building,
thereby allowing the most efficient use of the heat created.
The location of windows, doors and the traffic flow in the
room where the stove is to be located should be consid-
ered. If possible, you should choose a location where the
vent will pass through the house without cutting a floor or
roof joist.
FIGURE2
LOCATION & CLEARANCES
GDS20
FIGURE1
PILOT INDICATOR
LIGHT BATTERY
REPLACEMENT
If the pilot indicator light no longer flashes and the pilot is
burning, the batteries may require replacing.
Four "AA" batteries are required and should be replaced
annually.
1. Open the switch housing by removing the top screw,
then pivoting the box open.
2. Remove the 4 "AA" batteries and replace using the new
ones.
3. Pivot the box closed and re-secure using the screw
removed in step 1.
*AT ADISTANCE OF 2" FROM THE WALL, INSTALLATION OR SERV-
ICE TO THE BLOWER MAY NOT BE PRACTICAL. AMINIMUM OF 5"
WILL BE REQUIRED IN ORDER TO INSTALL THE BLOWER.
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BLOWER INSTALLATION
Blower (SEE LOCATION AND CLEARANCES)
1. Cut and remove the tie securing the blower switch wires
to the heat shield.
2. Connect the white wire coming from below the unit to the
terminal on the blower.
3. Connect the black blower wire to the black wire coming
from below the unit.
4. Insert the clips on the blower housing into the cutouts in
the rear shield. Push down to lock the clips into position.
5. Secure the blower using the screw and lock washer
supplied.
Note: Ensure that all the wires are tucked into the blower
switch housing.
Switches
6. Open the switch housing by removing the top screw.
7. Install the thermodisc bracket as shown, using 2 of the
screws supplied. Connect the flagged leads to the
terminals of the thermodisc.
Remove the knock out from the housing label.
8. Install the variable speed switch (rheostat) into the
housing with the wires facing up. Secure the switch to the
housing using the pal nut and the knob supplied.
9. Connect the male connector on the switch to the female
connector coming from the unit.
10. Pilot Indicator Light: Install the batteries as shown.
Replace the batteries annually. Note: If replacing the pilot
indicator light , ensure that the red wire lead connects
to the red lead of the thermopile and black to white.
11. Tuck all of the wires into the housing and close. Secure
using the screw removed in step 6.
This unit comes equiped with a pilot indicator
light that blinks every few seconds when the
pilot is on.
For more information see step #10.
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AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATIONS
**
**
* Recommended to prevent condensation on windows and thermal breakage
****
****
** It is recommended to use a heat shield and to maximize the distance to vinyl clad soffits.
******
******
*** The periscope GD-201 requires a minimum 18 inches clearance from an inside corner.
********
********
**** This is a recommended distance. For additional requirements check local codes.
††
††
† Three feet above if within 10 feet horizontally.
‡‡
‡‡
‡ A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway that is located between two single
f
dwellings and serves both dwellings.
† †† †
† †† †
†† Permitted only if the veranda, porch, or deck is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor.
† *† *
† *† *
† * Recommenced to prevent recirculation of exhaust products. For additional requirements check local code
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
12 INCHES
9 INCHES
12 INCHES*
18 INCHES**
12 INCHES**
0 INCHES
0 INCHES***
2 INCHES***
3 FEET****
3 FEET****
9 INCHES
3 FEET†
7 FEET****
12 INCHES****
16 INCHES
2 FEET†*
Clearanceabove grade, verandaporch, deckorbalcony.
Clearanceto windows or doors thatopen.
Clearanceto permanentlyclosed windows.
Verticalclearanceto ventilatedsoffitlocatedabovethe terminalwithin
a horizontal distance of 2 feet from the centerline of the terminal.
Clearanceto unventilated soffit.
Clearanceto an outside corner wall.
Clearance to an inside non-combustible corner wall or protruding
non-combustible obstructions (chimney, etc.).
Clearance to an inside combustible corner wall or protruding com-
bustible obstructions ( vent chase, etc.).
Clearanceto eachside ofthe centerlineextended abovethe meter
/ regulator assembly to a maximum vertical distance of 15ft.
Clearanceto aservice regulatorvent outlet.
Clearance to a non-mechanical air supply inlet to the building or a
combustion air inlet to any other appliance.
Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet.
Clearance above a paved sidewalk or paved driveway located on
public property unless fitted with a heat shield kit GD-301.
Clearanceunder averanda, porch,deck orbalcony.
Clearanceabovethe roof.
Clearancefrom anadjacent wall includingneighbouring buildings.
CANADIAN U.S.A.
12 INCHES
12 INCHES
12 INCHES*
18 INCHES**
12 INCHES**
0 INCHES
0 INCHES***
2 INCHES***
3 FEET
3 FEET
12 INCHES
6 FEET
7 FEET‡
12 INCHES††
16 INCHES
2 FEET†*
INSTALLATIONS
FIGURE8
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Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct
Temp or American Metal Amerivent venting components.
For Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp andAmerican
Metal Amerivent, follow the installation procedure provided
with the venting components.
All outer pipe joints of these venting systems must be
sealed using Red RTV High Temperature Sealant.
Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and
American Metal Amerivent venting systems must not be
combined.
A starter adaptor must be used and may be purchased
from the corresponding supplier:
Supplier GASSTOVE
Duravent GDS924N
Amerivent 4DSCB-N1
Direct Temp 4DT-AAN
For vent systems that provide seals on the inner exhaust
flue, only the outer air intake joints must be sealed using a
red high temperature silicone (RTV). This same sealant
maybe used on both the inner exhaust and outer intake
vent pipe joints of all other approved vent systems except
for the exhaust vent pipe connection to the fireplace flue
collar which must be sealed using the black high tempera-
ture sealant Mill Pac. High temperature sealant must be
ordered separately.
When using Wolf Steel venting components, use only the
following vent kits: WALL TERMINAL KIT GD175 (7-1/2' of
ventingincluded), WALL TERMINAL KIT GD176 (24"ofvent-
ingincluded), or 1/12 TO 7/12 PITCH ROOF TERMINAL KIT
GD110, 8/12 TO 12/12 ROOF TERMINALKIT GD111, FLAT
ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD112 or STOVE PERISCOPE KIT
GD180 (for wall penetration below grade) in conjunction
with the appropriate venting components.
• These vent kits allow for
either horizontal or vertical
venting of the stove.
• The maximum number of
4" flexible connections
is 3 horizontally or three
vertically (excluding the
stove and the air terminal
connections).
• When terminating
vertically, the minimum
vertical rise is 3 feet
above the stove and the
maximum vertical rise is
40feet. FIGURE 4.
Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length can
create difficulty in burner start-up and/or carboning.
Use an adjustable pipe as the final length of rigid piping
to the stove for ease of installation.
FIGS 6a-b
FIGURE5
HORIZONTAL RUN NOT TO
EXCEED VERTICAL RISE
• For optimum flame appearance and stove performance,
keep the vent length and number of elbows to a mini
mum.
• The air terminal must remain unobstructed at all times.
Examine the air terminal at least once a year to verify that
it is unobstructed and undamaged.
The maximum horizontal run with a 57 inch vertical rise
immediately above the stove is 20 feet . FIGURES 6a-b.
VENTING
VENTING LENGTHS &
AIR TERMINAL LOCATIONS
For optimum performance, it is recom-
mended that all horizontal runs have a
minimum ¼ inch rise per foot.
FIGURE4
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Use the GD201 periscope kit to locate the air termination
above grade. The periscope must be installed so that when
final grading is completed, the bottom air slot is located a
minimum of 12 inches above grade. The maximum allow-
able vent length depends on the fireplace, as illustrated.
FIGURES3a-c
FIGURE4
TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS
SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS
NOTE:
When terminating vertically above 15', the
restrictor plate must be in the fully closed
position. Refer to Restricting Vertical Vents.
PERISCOPE TERMINATION
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ELBOW VENT LENGTH VALUES
DEFINITIONS
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISEINFEET
(VT)
CALCULATED HORIZONTAL VENT RUN
PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET (HT)
FIGURE5
45º
FIGURE6
90°
H1
H2
when (HT) < (VT)
for the following symbols used in the venting calcula-
tions and examples are:
>- greater than
>- equal to or greater than
<- less than
<- equal to or less than
HT- total of both horizontal vent lengths (HR) and off-
sets (HO) in feet
HR- combined horizontal vent lengths in feet
HO- offset factor: .03(total degrees of offset - 135°*) in
feet
VT- combined vertical vent lengths in feet
feet inches
1° 0.03 0.5
15° 0.45 6.0
30° 0.9 11.0
45°*1.35 16.0
90°*2.7 32.0
* the first 45º and 90° offset has a zero value and is
shown in the formula as -45° and -90º respectively
or -135º when combined.
For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
90° elbow, the following formulas apply:
Formula 1: H
T
< V
T
Formula 2: H
T
+ V
T
< 40 feet
Example 1:
V
1
=8ft
VT= V
1
= 8 ft
H
1
= 2.5ft
H
2
=2ft
H
R
=H
1
+ H
2
=2.5 + 2= 4.5 ft
H
O
=. 03(one 45º elbow + two 90º elbows - 135º)
=0.3(225-135º) = 2.7ft
H
T
=H
R
+ H
O
=4.5 +2.7 =7.2 ft
H
T
+ V
T
= 7.2 +8 =15.2ft
Formula1: H
T
< V
T
7.2<8
Formula2: H
T
+ V
T
< 40 feet
15.2<40
45º
90°
Sincebothformulas aremet,this ventconfigurationis ac-
ceptable.
V1
90°
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HTand VT .
Simple venting configuration (only one 45º and 90° elbow)
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V1
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
See graph to determine the re-
quired vertical rise VTfor the re-
quired horizontal run HT.
For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
90° elbow the following formulas apply:
Formula 1: HT < 4.2 VT
Formula 2: HT + VT< 24.75 feet
FIGURE7
REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISEIN
INCHES (VT)
HORIZONTAL VENTRUN PLUSOFFSETS INFEET(HT)
when (HT)> (VT)
Simple venting configuration (only one 45º and 90° elbow)
Example 2:
V
1
=4ft
V
2
= 1.5ft
VT=V1 + V
2
= 4 ft + 1.5 ft = 5.5 ft
H
1
=2ft
H
2
=1ft
H
3
=1ft
H
4
= 1.5ft
HR=H1+ H2 + H3+ H4 = 2 + 1 + 1 + 1. 5 = 5.5 ft
H
O
= .03(one45ºelbow+three90ºelbow-135º)
=.03(315-135)=5.4ft
H
T
=H
R
+ H
O
=5.5 +5.4=10.9ft
H
T
+ V
T
=10.9+5.5= 16.4ft
Formula 1:H
T
< 4.2 V
T
4.2 VT = 4.2 x 5.5 = 23.1 ft
10.9<16.8
Formula 2:H
T
+ V
T
< 24.75 feet
16.4<24.75
Sincebothformulas aremet, thisventconfigurationisac-
ceptable.
H4
90°
H3
H1
90°
H2
90°
FIGURE8
45°
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HTand VT .
V2
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VERTICAL TERMINATION
Example 3:
V
1
=5ft
V
2
=10ft
VT= V
1
+ V
2
= 5 + 10 = 15 ft
H
1
=3ft
H
2
=2.5ft
HR=H1+ H2= 3 + 2.5 = 5.5 ft
HO=.03(one 45º elbow + three 90º elbows - 135º)
=.03(45+90+90+90-135)=5.4
H
T
=H
R
+ H
O
=5.5 +5.4 =10.9 ft
H
T
+ V
T
=10.9+15 =25.9ft
Formula1: H
T
< V
T
10.9<15
Formula2: H
T
+ V
T
< 40 feet
25.9<40
Sincebothformulas aremet,this ventconfiguration isac-
ceptable.
when (HT) < (VT)
FIGURE9
REQUIREDVERTICAL RISE IN
FEET (VT)
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN
PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET(HT)
FIGURE10
For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
one 90° elbow , the following formulas apply:
Formula 1: H
T
< V
T
Formula 2: H
T
+ V
T
< 40 feet
See graph to determine the required vertical rise VTfor
the required horizontal run HT.
90°
90°
V1
H1
H2
V2
45°
45°
90°
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HTand VT.
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H1
VERTICAL TERMINATION
For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and
one 90° elbow , the following formulas apply:
Formula 1: H
T
< 3V
T
Formula 2: H
T
+ V
T
< 40 feet
when (HT) > (VT)
Simple venting configurations
See graph to determine the required vertical rise VTfor the
required horizontal run HT.
Example 4:
V
1
=1ft
V
2
=1.5ft
VT= V
1
+ V
2
= 1 + 1.5 = 2.5 ft
H
1
=6ft
H
2
=2ft
HR=H1+ H2= 6 + 2 = 8 ft
HO=.03(one 45º elbow + three 90º elbow - 135º)
=.03(45 + 90 + 90 + 90 - 135) = 5.4 ft
H
T
=H
R
+ H
O
=8 +5.4 = 13.4ft
H
T
+ V
T
= 13.4 + 2.5= 15.9 ft
Formula1: H
T
< 3V
T
3VT= 3 x 2.5 = 7.5 ft
13.4>7.5
Since this formula is not met, this vent configuration is
unacceptable.
Formula2: H
T
+ V
T
< 40 feet
15.9<40
Sinceonlyformula2ismet,thisventconfigurationisunac-
ceptableandanewfireplacelocationor ventconfiguration
willneed tobe establishedto satisfyboth formulas.
Example 5:
V
1
=1.5ft
V
2
=8ft
VT= V
1
+ V
2
= 1.5 + 8= 9.5 ft
H
1
=1ft
H
2
=1ft
H
3
=10.75ft
HR=H1+ H2+ H3= 1 + 1 + 10.75 = 12.75 ft
HO=.03(three 90° elbows + two 45° elbow - 135°)
=.03(90 + 90 + 90 + 45 + 45 - 135) = 6.75 ft
H
T
=H
R
+ H
O
=12.75 +6.75=19.5ft
H
T
+ V
T
=19.5+4.5=29ft
Formula1: H
T
< 3V
T
3VT = 3x 9.5 = 28.5 ft
19.5<28.5
Formula2: H
T
+ V
T
< 40 feet
29<40
Sincebothformulas aremet, thisvent configurationisac-
ceptable.
REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
FEET (VT)
HORIZONTALVENTRUNPLUSOFFSET INFEET(HT)
FIGURE13
FIGURE 11
45°
45°
90°
90°
H1
H2
90°
H3
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HTand VT.
90°
FIGURE 12
45°
V1
90°
V2
90°
H2
V2
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This application occurs when venting through an exterior
wall. Having determined the air terminal location, cut and
frame a hole in an exterior wall with a minimum rectangle
opening of 10" x 9".
IMPORTANT: FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE, THE STOVE PIPE
SHOULD RISE ¼" PER FOOT OF RUN.
1. Assemble the shield to the spacer as shown, using
the 3 shorter screws supplied.
The shield is meant to protect combustible materials
within the wall. If the shield is deeper than the combustible
portion of the wall, cut to fit.
2. Apply a bead of caulking all around and place the
firestop spacer over the framework to restrict cold air from
being drawn into the room or around the stove. Ensure that
both spacer and shield maintain the required clearance to
combustibles. Secure the spacer in place using the 4 longer
screws supplied. Once the vent pipe is installed in its final
position, apply sealant between the pipe and the firestop
spacer.
FIGURE16
HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION
This application occurs
when venting through a
roof.
Installation kits for vari-
ous roof pitches are
available from your Na-
poleon dealer. See Ac-
cessories to order the
specific kit required.
1. Determine the air terminal location and move the stove
into position. Cut and frame 9" x 10" openings in the ceiling
and the roof to provide the minimum 1 inch clearance be-
tween the stove pipe and any combustible material. Try to
center the exhaust pipe location midway between two joist
to prevent having to cut them. Use a plumb bob to line up
the center of the openings.
DONOTFILLTHIS SPACEWITHANYTYPE OFMATERIAL.
A vent pipe shield will
prevent any materials
such as insulation, from
filling up the 1" air space
around the pipe. Nail
headers between the
joist for extra support.
2. Apply a bead of caulking (not supplied) to the frame-
work or to the Wolf Steel vent pipe shield plate or equiva-
lent (in the case of a finished ceiling), and secure over the
opening in the ceiling. A firestop must be placed on the
bottom of each framed opening in a roof or ceiling that the
venting system passes through. Apply a bead of caulking
all around and place a firestop spacer over the vent shield
to restrict cold air from being drawn into the room or around
the stove. Ensure that both spacer and shield maintain the
required clearance to combustibles. Once the vent pipe is
installed in its final position, apply sealant between the
pipe and the firestop spacer.
3. In the attic, after the pipe has been installed, slide the
vent pipe collar down to cover
up the open end of the shield
andtighten. This will prevent any
materials, such as insulation,
from filling up the 1" air space
around the pipe.
FIGURE18
FIGURE19
VERTICAL INSTALLATION
WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION
FIGURE17
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4. If more than one length of liner needs to be used to
reach the stove, couple them together as illustrated in
FIGURE 24. Seal the joints using the same procedure as
described above.
The vent system must be supported approximately every
10 feet along a horizontal run. Use supports or equivalent
non-combustible strapping to maintain the 1" clearance
from combustibles.
1. Fasten the roof
support to the roof us-
ing the screws pro-
vided. The roof support
is optional. In this case
the venting is to be ad-
equately supported us-
ing either an alternate
method suitable to the
authority having juris-
diction or the optional
roof support.
2. Slip a 4" diameter length of aluminium flexible liner a
minimum of 2" over the inner sleeve of the air terminal.
Secure to the sleeve using 3 screws
and flat washers. Seal the joint and
screw heads using high temperature
sealant. Repeat using a 7" diameter
length of rigid piping.
If the attic space is tight, we rec-
ommend adding sufficient lengths
of 7" rigid piping, secured and
sealed as necessary.
3. Thread the air terminal pipe assembly down through
the roof support and attach, ensuring that a minimum 16"
of air terminal will penetrate the roof when fastened. The
air terminal must be located vertically and plumb.
4. Remove nails from the shingles, above and to the
sides of the chimney. Place the flashing over the air termi-
nal and slide it underneath the sides and upper edge of
the shingles. Ensure that the air
terminal is properly
centered within the
flashing, giving a 3/4"
margin all around.
Fasten to the roof. Do
NOT nail through the
lower portion of the
flashing. Make
weather-tightby seal-
ing with caulking.
Where possible, cover the sides and top edges of the flash-
ing with roofing material.
5. Applyaheavy bead of waterproof caulking 2 inches above
the flashing.
Slide the storm collar around the air terminal and down to
the caulking. Tighten to ensure that a weather-tight seal
between the air terminal and the collar is achieved. Attach
the other storm collar centered between the air intake and
air exhaust slots onto the air terminal. Tighten securely.
6. Attach the vertical rain cap.
FIGURE22
FIGURE23
FIGURE24
VERTICAL VENTING INSTALLATION
FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF THE
STOVE, FOLLOW THE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS
EXACTLY.
FOR HORIZONTAL RUNS, BOTH WOLF STEEL AND
SIMPSON DURA-VENT VENTING COMPONENTS MAY
HAVE A 0" RISE PER FOOT.
FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE IT IS RECOM-
MENDED THAT ALL HORIZONTAL RUNS HAVE A
MINIMUM ¼ INCH RISE PER FOOT.
ALL INNER EXHAUST AND OUTER INTAKE VENT
PIPE JOINTS MAY BE SEALED USING EITHER RED
RTV HIGH TEMP SILICONE SEALANT OR BLACK
HIGH TEMP MILL PAC WITH THE EXCEPTION OF
THE FIREPLACE EXHAUST FLUE COLLAR WHICH
MUST BE SEALED USING MILL PAC (NOT
SUPPLIED).
1. Stretch the 4" diameter aluminium flexible liner to the
required length taking into account the additional length
needed for the finished wall surface.
Spacers are attached to the 4" inner flex liner at predeter-
mined intervals to maintain a 1-1/4" air gap to the 7" outer
stove pipe. These spacers must not be removed.
Slip a 4" diameter length of aluminium flexible liner a mini-
mum of 2" over the inner sleeve of the air terminal. Secure
to the sleeve using 3 screws. Seal the joint and screw
heads using the high temperature sealant.
2. Slip the first section of 7" diameter stove pipe a mini-
mum of 2" over the outer sleeve of the air terminal.Secure
to the sleeve using 3 screws. Seal the joint and screw
heads using high temperature sealant.
3. Insert the liners through the firestop / vent pipe shield.
Holding the air terminal (lettering in an upright, readable
position), secure to the exterior wall. Make weather tight by
sealing with caulking (not supplied). The air terminal mount-
ing plate may be recessed (up to 1½" maximum) into the
exterior wall or siding.
HORIZONTAL VENTING INSTALLATION
FIGURE20
FIGURE21
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1. Attach the adjustable pipe to the last
section of rigid piping. Secure with screws
and seal.
2. Installthe4" aluminium flex-
ible liner to the stove. Secure
with 3 screws and flat wash-
ers. Seal the joint and screw
holes using high tempera-
ture sealant.
3. Run a bead of high tem-
perature sealant Mill Pac
around the inside of the air
intake collar. Pull the adjust-
able pipe a minimum 2" into
the air intake collar.
ENSURE THAT THE SEALANT IS NOT VISIBLE ON THE
EXTERIOR PIPES ONCE INSTALLATION IS COM-
PLETED. AN OPTIONAL DECORATIVE BRASS BAND
IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS USE. (STANDARD WITH A
GD175 KIT AND GD-176). IN THE EVENT THAT THE
VENTING MUST BE DISASSEMBLED, CARE MUST BE
TAKEN TO RESEAL THE VENTING.
In Canada, mobile home installation may be vented hori-
zontally or vertically. In the United States, it may only be
installed vertically. See "Vertical Venting" or "Horizontal Air
Terminal Installation" for installation.
For mobile home installations, the fireplace must be fas-
tened in place. It is recommended that the fireplace be
secured in all installations. Use the levelling/securing kit,
GDSLL-KT for this purpose.
FIGURE26
STOVE VENT CONNECTION
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
1. Install rigid black pipe, or 1/2" type L copper tubing with
a shut-off valve to the stove.
2. Seal and tighten the gas line securely to a flex connector.
DO NOT KINK FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR.
3. Check for gas leaks by brushing on a soap and water
solution.DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME.
Forease of accessibility,an optional remotewall switch
or millivolt thermostat may be installed in a convenient
location. Route 2 strand solid core millivolt wire from
the gas stove to the wall switch / millivolt thermostat.
The recommended maximum lead length depends on
the wire size: WIRE SIZE MAX.LENGTH
14gauge 100 feet
16gauge 60 feet
18gauge 40 feet
Disconnect the existing wires from terminals 1 and 3 (from
the on/off switch) and replace with the leads from the wall
switch/millivolt thermostat.
FIGURE28
FIGURE29
GAS INSTALLATION
7. In the attic, slide the vent pipe collar down to cover up
the open end of the shield and tighten. This will prevent
any materials, such as insulation, from filling up the 2" air
space around the pipe.
RESTRICTOR
SHOWNINAFULLY
CLOSEDPOSITION
RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS
Vertical installations may display a very active flame.
Loosen the two screws and slide the restrictor plate
blocking the exhaust path. This reduces the velocity of the
exhaust gases, slowing down the flame pattern and creat-
ing a more traditional flame appearance. For vertical vents
greater than 15 feet, this restrictor must be fully closed.
FIGURE27
RESTRICTOR
SHOWNINAFULLY
OPENPOSITION
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1. Lift the top cast piece off of the unit.
2. Detach the front cast piece from the side pieces by
removing the screws from the brackets located in the upper
inside corners.
3. Slide the front straight up to remove.
FINISHING
GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION
AND REMOVAL
CAST FRONT INSTALLATION
AND REMOVAL
Note: It is not necessary to remove the cast front, in
order to remove the door.
1. Lift the top cast piece off of the unit.
2. Unlatch the door latches from the door.
3. Slide the door straight up to remove.
Follow the above steps in reverse in order to reinstall
the cast front. Ensure that the tabs on the underside of
the front fit behind the front legs.
Follow the above steps in reverse in order to reinstall
the door. Ensure that the bottom of the door meets the
door retainer before closing the latches.
FIGURE31
FIGURE30
FIGURE32
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LOG PLACEMENT
LOGO PLACEMENT
Remove the backing from the the logo and position onto
the control door as shown.
It is not necessary to remove the cast front, however,
this will make for a more simple log installation.
In order to assemble the log set, the door must be removed,
see Cast Front / Glass Door Removal in the FINISHING
section of this manual.
1. Place the rear log, as shown, onto the rear log support
brackets. Ensure the cutout on the left underside of the log,
fits over the pilot assembly. Bend the bracket on the right
side to help retain the rear log.
2. Place the hole in the underside of log #2 onto the locating
screw, on the left side of the burner. The fibre burner is
formed to cradle the centre of the log.
3. Place the hole in the underside of log #3 onto the locating
screw, on the right side of the burner. The bottom branch of
log #3 sits infront of, and against, the right end of log #2.
4. Reinstall the glass door & front.
BRACKET
LOG LOCATING SCREWS
FIGURE33a-d
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Purge all gas lines with the glass door removed. Assure
that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before closing
the door.
The on-off switch is located on the back of the unit at the
top right corner on model GDS20.
When lit for the first time, the fireplace will emit a slight
odour for a few hours.
This is a normal temporary condition caused by the cur-
ing of the logs and the "burn-in" of internal paints and
lubricants used in the manufacturing process and will
not occur again.
OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
Simply open a window to sufficiently ventilate the room.
After extended periods of non-operation such as follow-
ing a vacation or a warm weather season, the fireplace
may emit a slight odour for a few hours. This is caused by
dust particles burning off. Open a window to sufficiently
ventilate the room.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Allow several minutes (5-15) for the flame
to stabilize after ignition.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS
1. Turn off all electric power to the fireplace if service is to
be performed.
5. Find pilot located under the left side of the back log.
6. Turn gas knob counter-clockwise to pilot.
7. Depress and hold the gas knob while lighting the pilot
with the push button igniter. Keep knob fully depressed
for one minute, then release. If the pilot does not con-
tinue to burn, repeat steps 3 through 6.
8. With the pilot lit (check pilot indicator light), turn the
gas knob counter-clockwise to on.
9. If equipped with a remote ON-OFF switch, main burner
may not come on when you turn the valve to ON. The
remote switch must be in the ON position to ignite the
burner.
10. Turn on all electric power to the fireplace.
When lighting and re-lighting, the gas knob cannot be
turnedfrom PILOT to OFF unless the knob is depressed.
1. STOP! Read the safety information on the operating
label.
2. Turn off all electric power to the fireplace.
3. Turn the gas knob clockwise to off.
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you smell
gas including near the floor, STOP! Follow "B" on the op-
erating label. If you don't smell gas go to the next step.
WARNING: The gas valve has an interlock device which will not allow the pilot burner to be lit until the
thermocouple has cooled. Allow approximately 60 seconds for the thermocouple to cool before attempting to
re-light.
2. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock-
wise to off. Do not force.
A. This fireplace is equipped with a pilot which must be lit
by hand while following these instructions exactly.
B. Before operating smell all around the fireplace area for
gas and next to the floor because some gas is heavier
than air and will settle on the floor.
WHATTODO IF YOU SMELLGAS:
• Turn off all gas to the fireplace.
• Open windows.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone
in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire de
partment.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not turn by hand,
do not try to repair it. Call a qualified service technician.
Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explo-
sion.
D. Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the fireplace and replace any part of the control
system and any gas control which has been under wa-
ter.
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