Napoleon BGD42 User manual

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20-22 FINISHING
Door, Louvre & Panel Removal & Installation
Grate Installation
Log Placement / Glowing Embers
Vermiculite
Charcoal Embers
Charcoal Lumps
22 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION
22-23 OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION /
GD36 THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CON-
TROL
23 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
24 ADJUSTMENTS
Pilot Burner Adjustment
Venturi Adjustment
25-26 REPLACEMENTS
Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Vent Kits
Terminal Kits
Accessories
27-28 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PG 2-4 INTRODUCTION
Warranty
General Instructions
General Information
Care of Glass & Plated Parts
Installation Overview
6 - 13 VENTING
Venting Lengths
Air Terminal Locations
Typical Vent Installations
Special Vent Installations
14 - 20 INSTALLATION
Wall and ceiling protection
Horizontal Installation
Adjustable Firestop
Vertical Installation
Wall and Ceiling Protection
Using Flexible Vent Components
Fireplace Vent Connection
Using Rigid Vent Components
Restricting Vertical Vents
Gas Installation
Optional Wall Switch Installation
Mobile Home Installation
Framing
Nailing Tab Installation
Minimum Mantel and Enclosure Clearances
NOTE: changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.
BGD42 TABLE of CONTENTS
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
• Do not burn wood or other materials in this fireplace.
• Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition. Supervise young children when they are in the same room as the fireplace.
• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the fireplace.
• Due to high temperatures, the fireplace should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
• Ensure you have incorporated adequate safety measure to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot surfaces.
• Even after the fireplace is out, the glass and/or screen will remain hot for an extended period of time.
• Check with your local hearth specialty dealer for safety screens and hearth guards to protect children from hot surfaces. These
screens and guards must be fastened to the floor.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fireplace.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in 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 vapours and liquids.
• Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified.
• This fireplace must not be connected to a chimney flue pipe serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance.
• Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace
and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
• Do not operate the fireplace with the glass door removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a
licensed or qualified service person.
• Do not strike or slam shut the fireplace glass door.
• This fireplace uses and requires a fast acting thermocouple. Replace only with a fast acting thermocouple supplied by Wolf
Steel Ltd.
• Pressure relief doors must be kept closed while the fireplace is operating to prevent exhaust fumes containing carbon monox-
ide, from entering into the home. Temperatures of the exhaust escaping through these openings can also cause the surrounding
combustible materials to overheat and catch fire.
• Only doors / optional fronts certified with the unit are to be installed on the appliance.
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WARNING

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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. Once
assembled the complete fireplace is 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 new NAPOLEON® gas fireplace are warranted against de-
fects for 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
enamelled components and aluminum extrusion trims.
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as blowers, gas valves, thermal switch,
switches, wiring, remote controls, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and NAPOLEON® will
provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.
Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair work, however, requires
the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs to the account of NAPOLEON® are based on
a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work must be done through an authorized NAPOLEON® dealer.
CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
NAPOLEON® warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only -- i.e., the individual or legal entity (registered customer) whose name appears
on the warranty registration card filed with NAPOLEON® -- provided that the purchase was made through an authorized NAPOLEON® dealer and is subject to the following condi-
tions and limitations:
This factory warranty is nontransferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.
The gas fireplace must be installed by a licensed, authorized service technician or contractor. Installation must be done in accordance with the installation instructions included
with the product and all local and national building and fire codes.
This limited warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, accident, alterations, abuse or neglect and parts installed from other manufacturers will
nullify this warranty.
This limited warranty further does not cover any scratches, dents, corrosion or discolouring caused by excessive heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners nor chipping on porcelain
enamel parts, mechanical breakage of PHAZER™ logs and embers, nor any venting components used in the installation of the fireplace.
NAPOLEON® warrants its stainless steel burners against defects in workmanship and material for life, subject to the following conditions: During the first 10 years NAPOLEON®
will replace or repair the defective parts at our option free of charge. From 10 years to life, NAPOLEON® will provide replacement burners at 50% of the current retail price.
In the first year only, this warranty extends to the repair or replacement of warranted parts which are defective in material or workmanship provided that the product has been
operated in accordance with the operation instructions and under normal conditions.
After the first year, with respect to this President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON® may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by
refunding to the original warranted purchaser the wholesale price of any warranted but defective part(s).
After the first year, NAPOLEON® will not be responsible for installation, labour or any other costs or expenses related to the reinstallation of a warranted part, and such expenses
are not covered by this warranty.
Notwithstanding any provisions contained in this President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON’S responsibility under this warranty is defined as above and it shall not in
any event extend to any incidental, consequential or indirect damages.
This warranty defines the obligations and liability of NAPOLEON® with respect to the NAPOLEON® gas fireplace and any other warranties expressed or implied with respect to
this product, its components or accessories are excluded.
NAPOLEON® neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this product. NAPOLEON® will not be
responsible for: over-firing, downdrafts, spillage caused by environmental conditions such as rooftops, buildings, nearby trees, hills, mountains, inadequate vents or ventilation,
excessive venting configurations, insufficient makeup air, or negative air pressures which may or may not be caused by mechanical systems such as exhaust fans, furnaces,
clothes dryers, etc.
Any damages to fireplace, combustion chamber, heat exchanger, brass trim or other component due to water, weather damage, long periods of dampness, condensation,
damaging chemicals or cleaners will not be the responsibility of NAPOLEON®.
The bill of sale or copy will be required together with a serial number and a model number when making any warranty claims from your authorized dealer. The warranty registration
card must be returned within fourteen days to register the warranty.
NAPOLEON® reserves the right to have its representative inspect any product or part thereof prior to honouring any warranty claim.
ALL SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUE TO ON-GOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® IS A REGISTERED
TRADEMARK OF WOLF STEEL LTD. PATENTS U.S. 5.303.693.801 - CAN. 2.073.411, 2.082.915. © WOLF STEEL LTD.

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THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY
A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. In absence of
local codes, install the BGD42 to the current National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1, or the current CAN/CGA B149, Installation Codes.
Installation 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".
• 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 Mas-
sachusetts.
Mobile home installation must conform with local codes or in the absence
of local codes, install to the current standard for gas equipped mobile
housing CAN/CSA ZA240 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
Communities Standard ANSI/NFPA 501A in the United States.
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 (3.5 kPa). 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
(3.5 kPa).
When the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl tile or
other combustible material other than wood flooring, the fireplace
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth.
If the optional fan or blower is installed, the junction box must be
electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes.
In the absence of local codes, use the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN
ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States.
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TEST-
FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY! Maximum input
is 28,500 BTU/hr for natural gas and 24,000 BTU/hr 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.
Maximum output for natural gas is 19,500 BTU/hr at an efficiency of
68.5% with the fan on, and 16,000 BTU/hr for propane at an efficiency
of 67% with the fan on. The maximum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization
efficiency) rating is 64% for natural gas and 61.5% for propane.
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5" water column for natural
gas and 11" water column for propane. Maximum inlet gas pressure
is 7" water column for natural gas and 13" water column for propane.
Manifold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5" water column for
natural gas and 10" water column for propane.
This fireplace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed-sitting room
installations and is suitable for mobile home installation.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is required for the
gas system operation.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling
down cycles are normal and are to be expected.
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly with a
clean dry cloth. The BGD42 is factory equipped with tempered glass.
The glass thickness is 3/16". Use only replacement glass available
from your Napoleon® dealer. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS.
Clean the glass after the first 10 hours of operation with a recom-
mended gas fireplace glass cleaner. Thereafter clean as required.
DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT! If the glass is not kept clean
permanent discolouration and / or blemishes may result.
Use only accessories designed for and listed with your spe-
cific fireplace.
Provide adequate ventilation air. Provide adequate accessibil-
ity clearance for servicing and operating the fireplace. Never
obstruct the front opening of the fireplace.
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace follow the venting
instruction exactly.
Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length can create dif-
ficulty in burner start-up and/or carboning.
Provide a means for visually checking the vent connection to
the fireplace after the fireplace is installed.
In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation or vapour
barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body, it is recom-
mended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure be 'finished',
(i.e. drywall/sheetrock) as would any other outside wall of the
home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is main-
tained within the cavity.
Vent lengths that pass through unheated spaces (attics, garages,
crawl spaces) should be insulated with the insulation wrapped
in a protective sleeve to minimize condensation.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept a minimum
of 48" away from the front face of the unit.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS

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FIGURE 1
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
FIGURE 2

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A terminal shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved
driveway which is located between two single family dwellings
and serves both dwellings. Local codes or regulations may
require different clearances.
Do not allow the inside liner to bunch up on horizontal or ver-
tical runs and elbows. Keep it pulled tight. A 1¼" air gap all
around between the inner liner and outer liner is required for
safe operation. Use a firestop when penetrating interior walls,
floor or ceiling.
*HORIZONTAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum clearance of 2" all
around the vent pipe on all horizontal runs to combustibles is required.
Use firestop spacer W010-1778 (supplied).
VERTICAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum of 1" all around the vent
pipe on all vertical runs to combustibles is required except for clear-
ances in fireplace enclosures. Use firestop spacer W500-0367 (not
supplied).
Horizontal runs may have a 0" rise per foot in all cases using
SIMPSON DURA-VENT, SELKIRK DIRECT TEMP, AMERICAN
METAL AMERIVENT or NAPOLEON RIGID OR FLEXIBLE venting
components when venting as illustrated in Figures 3, and 4.
Minimum clearance to combustible con-
struction from fireplace and vent sur-
faces:
Sides, back, bottom and 0"
top of the unit
Recessed depth 22"
All around the vent pipe* 2"
Enclosure top 45 1/2"
Ceiling 72" from bottom of unit
For optimum performance it is recommended that all horizontal
runs have a 1" rise per foot when using Napoleon® flexible vent
components.
These vent kits allow for either horizontal or vertical venting of the
fireplace. FIGURES 3 & 5. The maximum allowable horizontal run is
20 feet. The maximum allowable vertical vent length is 40 feet. The
maximum number of 5" vent
VENTING
Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp or
American Metal Amerivent venting components. Minimum and
maximum vent lengths, for both horizontal and vertical installations,
and air terminal locations for either system are set out in this manual
and must be adhered to. For Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp
and American 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 Hight 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 cor-
responding supplier:
Supplier 4&7 ZC 5&8 ZC GAS STOVE
Dura-Vent W175-0053 W175-0170 GDS924N
Amerivent 4DSC-N2 5DSC-N 4DSCB-N1
Direct Temp 4DT-AAN 5DT-AA 4DT-AAN
VENTING LENGTHS
For Simpon Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp and American Metal
Amerivent, follow the installation procedure found on the website for
your venting supplier:
VENTING SUPPLIER WEBSITE ADDRESS
Simpson Dura-Vent www.duravent.com
Selkirk Direct Temp www.selkirkcorp.com
American Metal Amerivent www.americanmetalproducts.com
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 temperature
sealant W573-0007 (not supplied) Mill Pac.
When using Wolf Steel venting components, use only approved Wolf
Steel rigid / flexible components with the following termination kits:
WALL TERMINAL KIT GD422, or 1/12 TO 7/12 PITCH ROOF TER-
MINAL KIT GD410, 8/12 TO 12/12 ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD411,
FLAT ROOF TERMINAL KIT GD412 or PERISCOPE KIT GD401 (for
wall penetration below grade). With flexible venting, in conjunction
with the various terminations, use either the 5 foot vent kit GD420 or
the 10 foot vent kit GD430.
The air terminal must remain unobstructed at all times. Examine
the air terminal at least once a year to verify that it is unob-
structed and undamaged.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the fireplace 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.

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MINIMUM AIR TERMINAL LOCATION CLEARANCES
32 32
32 32
32 32
4
Using a soffit heat shield (W585-0096), or equivalent, the distance may be reduced to a minimum of 18”. It is
recommended to maximize the distance to the vinyl clad soffits.
**
FIGURE 3

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Use the GD401 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" above
grade.
FIGURES 4 a-b
FIGURE 5
TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS
NOTE: When terminating vertically, the restrictor plate
W500-0205 must be installed. Refer to Restricting Ver-
tical Vents.
PERISCOPE TERMINATION
SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS
* See venting section

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VERTICAL
TERMINATION
HORIZONTAL
TERMINATION
vertical rise
is equal to
or greater
than the
horizontal
run
horizontal
run + verti-
cal rise to
maximum
of 40 feet
vertical rise
is equal to
or greater
than the
horizontal
run
horizontal
run + verti-
cal rise to
maximum
of 40 feet
vertical rise
is less than
horizontal
run
horizontal
run + verti-
cal rise to
maximum of
24.75 feet
4.2 times the
vertical rise
equal to or
greater than
the horizon-
tal run
vertical rise
is less than
horizontal
run
horizontal
run + verti-
cal rise to
maximum
of 40 feet
3 times the
vertical
rise equal
to or great-
er than the
horizontal
run
VENTING APPLICATION FLOW CHART

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ELBOW VENT LENGTH VALUES
DEFINITIONS
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
FEET (VT)
CALCULATED HORIZONTAL VENT RUN
PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET (HT)
FIGURE6
45º
FIGURE 7
90°
H1
H2
when (HT) < (VT)
Simple venting configuration (only one 45º and 90° elbow)
for the following symbols used in the venting calculations
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 offsets
(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: HT < VT
Formula 2: HT + VT< 40 feet
Example 1:
V1 = 8 ft
VT = V1 = 8 ft
H1= 2.5 ft
H2= 2 ft
HR= H1+ H2 = 2.5 + 2 = 4.5 ft
HO= .
03(one 45º elbow + two 90º elbows - 135º)
=0.3(225-135º) = 2.7ft
HT= HR+ HO = 4.5 + 2.7 = 7.2 ft
HT + VT = 7.2 +8 =15.2ft
Formula 1: H
T < VT
7.2 < 8
Formula 2: H
T + VT< 40 feet
15.2 < 40
45º
90°
Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is
acceptable.
V1
90°
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HTand VT .

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V1
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
See graph to determine the re-
quired vertical rise VTfor the
required 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
FIGURE 8
REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
INCHES (VT)
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET
when (HT)> (VT)
Simple venting configuration (only one 45º and 90° elbow)
Example 2:
V1 = 4 ft
V2 = 1.5 ft
VT= V1 + V2 = 4 ft + 1.5 ft = 5.5 ft
H1= 2 ft
H2= 1 ft
H3= 1 ft
H4= 1.5 ft
HR= H1+ H2 + H3+ H4 = 2 + 1 + 1 + 1. 5 = 5.5 ft
HO = .03(one 45º elbow + four 90º elbows -135º)
=.03(405-135)=8.1ft
HT= HR+ HO = 5.5 + 8.1 = 13.6ft
HT + VT = 13.6 + 5.5 = 19.1ft
Formula 1: H
T < 4.2 VT
4.2 VT = 4.2 x 5.5 = 23.1 ft
13.6 < 23.1
Formula 2: H
T + VT< 24.75 feet
19.1 < 24.75
Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is
acceptable.
H4
90°
H3
H1
90°
H2
90°
FIGURE 9
45°
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HTand VT .
V2
90°

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90°
90°
V1
H1
H2
V2
45°
90°
45°
VERTICAL TERMINATION
Example 3:
V1 =5 ft
V2 =10 ft
VT = V1 + V2 = 5 + 10 = 15 ft
H1=3 ft
H2=2.5 ft
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
HT=HR+ HO = 5.5 + 5.4 = 10.9 ft
HT + VT = 10.9 + 15 = 25.9 ft
Formula 1: H
T < VT
10.9 < 15
Formula 2: H
T + VT< 40 feet
25.9 < 40
Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is
acceptable.
when (HT) < (VT)
Simple venting configurations
FIGURE 10
REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE
IN FEET (VT)
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS
OFFSETS IN FEET (HT)
FIGURE11
For vent configurations requiring more than one 45º and one
90° elbow , the following formulas apply:
Formula 1: HT < VT
Formula 2: HT + VT< 40 feet
See graph to determine the required vertical rise VTfor the
required horizontal run HT.
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: HT < 3VT
Formula 2: HT + VT< 40 feet
when (HT) > (VT)
Simple venting configurations
See graph to determine the required vertical rise VTfor the
required horizontal run HT.
Example 5:
V1 =1.5 ft
V2 =8 ft
VT = V1 + V2 = 1.5 + 8= 9.5 ft
H1=1 ft
H2=1 ft
H3=10.75 ft
HR= H1+ H2+ H3= 1 + 1 + 10.75 = 12.75 ft
HO= .03(three 90° elbows + two 45° elbows - 135°)
= .03(90 + 90 + 90 + 45 + 45 - 135) = 6.75 ft
HT=HR+ HO = 12.75 + 6.75 = 19.5 ft
HT + VT = 19.5 + 4.5= 24 ft
Formula 1: H
T < 3VT
3VT = 3 x 9.5 = 28.5 ft
19.5 < 28.5
Formula 2: H
T + VT< 40 feet
24 < 40
Since both formulas are met, this vent configuration is
acceptable.
REQUIRED
VERTICAL
RISE IN
FEET (VT)
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET (HT)
FIGURE 12
The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable
values for HTand VT.
90°
FIGURE 13
45°
V1
90° V2
90°
H2
FIGURE 14
45°
45°
90°
90°
H1
H2
90°
H3
V2
V1
Example 4:
V1 =1 ft
V2 =1.5 ft
VT = V1 + V2 = 1 + 1.5 = 2.5 ft
H1=6 ft
H2=2 ft
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
HT=HR+ HO = 8 + 5.4 = 13.4 ft
HT + VT = 13.4 + 2.5 = 15.9 ft
Formula 1: H
T < 3VT
3VT = 3 x 2.5 = 7.5 ft
13.4 > 7.5
Since this formula is not met, this vent configuration is
unacceptable.
Formula 2: H
T + VT< 40 feet
15.9 < 40
Since only formula 2 is met, this vent configuration is
unacceptable and a new fireplace location or vent con-
figuration will need to be established to satisfy
both formulas.

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1. Determine the air terminal location, cut and frame 10 3/4" square
openings in the ceiling and the roof to provide the minimum 1" clear-
ance between the vent pipe and any combustible material. Try to
center the vent pipe location midway between two joist to prevent
having to cut them. Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the open-
ings. DO NOT FILL THIS
SPACE WITH ANY TYPE
OF MATERIAL. A vent
pipe shield will prevent any
materials such as insula-
tion, 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 framework or
to the Wolf Steel vent pipe shield plate or equivalent (in the case
of a finished ceiling), and secure over the opening in the ceiling.
FIGURE 18. 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 fireplace. Ensure that both spacer and shield maintain
the required clearance to combustibles.
Once the vent pipe / liner is installed in its
final position, apply sealant W573-0002
(not supplied) between the vent pipe and
the firestop spacer.
3. In the attic, slide the vent pipe
collar down to cover up the open end
of the shield and tighten. This will pre-
vent any materials, such as insulation,
from filling up the 1" air space around
the pipe.
FIGURE 17
FIGURE 16a
FIGURE 15
HORIZONTAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum clearance of 2" all
around the vent pipe on all horizontal runs to combustibles is required.
Use firestop spacer W010-1778 (supplied).
VERTICAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum of 1" all around the vent
pipe on all vertical runs to combustibles is required. Use firestop
spacer W500-0367 (not supplied).
HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION
VERTICAL INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION
FIGURE 18
FIGURE 16b
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
opening as required. See Note above.
Apply a bead of caulking all around and place the firestop top, so
that the vent shield covers the top of the vent within the opening.
NOTE: The firestop assembly must be installed with the vent
shield to the top.
The length of the vent shield may be cut shorter for combustible
walls that are less than 8 1/2" thick but the vent shield must extend
the full depth of the combustible wall.
Place the firestop bottom against the firestop top and secure the
two together. Adjust the assembly to ensure it is tight to the vent.
Secure firestop to wall. This restricts cold air from being drawn
into the room or around the fireplace. Ensure that both spacer and
shield maintain the required clearance to combustibles. Once the
vent pipe is installed in its final position, apply sealant W573-0002
(not supplied) between the vent pipe and the firestop spacer. See
figures 16a-c.
This application occurs when venting through a roof. Installation kits
for various roof pitches are available from your Napoleon® dealer.
See Accessories to order the specific kit required.
ADJUSTABLE FIRESTOP INSTALLATION
FIRESTOP TOP
FIRESTOP BOTTOM
VENT SHIELD
FIGURE 16c
VENT PIPE
SHIELD
VENT
PIPE
COLLAR
FIGURE 19

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DO NOT CLAMP
THE FLEXIBLE
LINER
FIGURE 24b
1. Fasten the roof support
to the roof using the screws
provided. The roof support
is optional. In this case the
venting is to be adequately
supported using either an al-
ternate method suitable to the
authority having jurisdiction or
the optional roof support.
2. Stretch the inner vent pipe
to the required length. Slip
the vent pipe a minimum of 2” over the inner
sleeve of the air terminal connector and secure
with 3 #8 screws. Seal using a heavy bead of
the high temperature sealant W573-0007 (not
supplied).
3. Repeat using the outer flex vent pipe.
4. Thread the air terminal connector / liner as-
sembly down through the roof. The air terminal
must be located vertically and plumb. Attach
the air terminal connector to the roof support,
ensuring that the top of the air terminal is 16”
above the highest point that it penetrates the
roof.
FIGURE 20
1. Stretch the 5" diameter flexible vent pipe to the required length
taking into account the additional length needed for the finished wall
surface. Slip the liner a minimum of 2" over the inner sleeve of the
air terminal and secure with 3 #8 screws. Apply a heavy bead of the
high temperature sealant (W573-0007 not supplied).
2. Using the 8" diameter flexible vent pipe, slide over the outer
combustion air sleeve of the air terminal and secure with 3 #8 screws.
Seal as before.
The air terminal mounting plate may be recessed into the exterior
wall or siding by 1½", the depth of the return flange.
4. Apply a heavy bead of the high temperature sealant W573-0007
(not supplied), Mill Pac, to the inside of the 5" vent pipe approximately
1" from the end. Slip the vent pipe a minimum of 2" over the fireplace
vent collar and secure with 3 #8 screws.
5. Using the 8" diameter flexible vent pipe, apply sealant W573-
0002 (not supplied), slide a minimum of 2" over the fireplace combus-
tion air collar and secure with 3 #8 screws.
6. If more liner needs to be used to reach the fireplace, couple
them together as illustrated. The vent system must be supported
approximately every 3 feet for both vertical and horizontal runs. Use
noncombustible strapping to maintain the minimum 1" clearance to
combustibles.
7. The vent heat shield
must be installed only when
terminating horizontally. Re-
move the two screws nearest
the vent collars on the top of
the fireplace. Align the vent
heat shield (supplied) and
secure. Adjust the vent heat
shield to touch the firestop
spacer.
FIGURE 21
HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION
VERTICAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION
FIGURE 22
Use only approved flexible vent pipe kits marked:
"Wolf Steel Approved Venting" as iden-
tified by the stamp only on the 7” outer
vent pipe.
USING FLEXIBLE VENT COMPONENTS
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace, follow the venting
instructions exactly.
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).
3. Insert the vent pipe assemblies through the firestop maintaining
the required clearance to combustibles. Holding the air terminal (let-
tering in an upright, readable position), secure to the exterior wall and
make weather tight by sealing with caulking (not supplied).
FIGURE 23
Do not allow the inside vent pipe to
bunch up on horizontal or vertical
runs and elbows. Keep it pulled tight.
A 1 1/4" air gap between the liner and
outer liner all around is required for
safe operation. A spacer is required
at the start, middle and end of each
elbow to ensure this gap is maintained.
See Figure 20.
Spacers are attached to the inner flex
liner at predetermined intervals to
maintain a 1 1/4" air gap to the outer
flex pipe. These spacers must not be
removed.
FIGURE 24a
NOTE: Eight (8") inches is the minimum bend radius allowed for the
8" diameter flexible vent pipe.
!
WARNING
ELBOWS
SPACERS

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FIGURE 25
5. Remove nails from the shingles, above and to the sides of
the chimney. Place the flashing over the air terminal connector
leaving a min. 3/4” of the air terminal connector showing above
the top of the flashing. Slide the flashing underneath the sides
and upper edge of the shingles. Ensure that the air terminal con-
nector is properly centred 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-tight by sealing with
caulking. Where possible, cover the sides and
top edges of the flashing with roofing material.
6. Aligning the seams of the terminal
and air terminal connector, place the
terminal over the air terminal connector
making sure the liner goes into the hole in
the terminal. Secure with the three screws
provided.
7. Apply a heavy bead of weatherproof
caulking 2" above the flashing. Note: Maintain a minimum 2”
space between the air inlet base and the storm collar. Install the
storm collar around the air terminal and slide down to the caulk-
ing. Tighten to ensure that a weather-tight seal between the air
terminal and the collar is achieved.
8. If more liner needs to be used to reach the fireplace, couple
them together as illustrated in Figure 22. The vent system must be
supported approximately every 3 feet for both vertical and horizon-
tal runs. Use noncombustible strapping to maintain a clearance to
combustibles of 1".
FIGURE 27
FIGURE 29
FIGURE 26
1. Install the 5" diameter flexible vent pipe liner to the fire-
place. Secure with 3 screws and flat washers. Seal the joint
and screw holes using the high temperature sealant W573-
0007 (not supplied) Mill Pac.
2. Install the 8" diameter flexible vent pipe to the fireplace.
Attach and seal the joints with high temperature sealant
W573-0002 (not supplied).
FIREPLACE VENT CONNECTION
USING RIGID VENT COMPONENTS
HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION EXTENDED HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL
INSTALLATION
FIGURE 28
4. Holding the air terminal (with the
air deflectors to the top), insert into
both vent pipes with a twisting motion
to ensure that both the terminal sleeves
engage into the vent pipes and sealant.
Secure the terminal to the exterior wall
and make weather tight by sealing with
caulking (not supplied).
The air terminal mounting plate may be
recessed into the exterior wall or siding by 1½", the
depth of the return flange.
1. Follow the instructions for
"Horizontal Air Terminal Instal-
lations", items 1 to 3.
2. Continue adding com-
ponents alternating inner and
outer venting. Ensure that all
5" venting and elbows have
sufficient vent spacers attached
and each component is securely fastened to the
one prior. Attach the 5" telescopic sleeve to the
vent run.
Repeat using a 8" telescopic sleeve. Secure
and seal as before. To facilitate completion, attach
5" and 8" couplers to the air terminal.
3. Install the air terminal. See item 3 of the
Horizontal Air Terminal Installation. Extend the 5" telescopic sleeve;
connect to the air terminal assembly. Fasten with self tapping screws
and seal. Repeat using the 8" telescopic sleeve.
The vent system must be supported approximately every 3 feet for
both vertical and horizontal runs. Use Wolf Steel vent spacers every
3 feet and either side of each elbow to maintain the minimum 1¼"
clearance between the outer and inner vent pipes. Use Wolf Steel
support ring assembly or equivalent noncombustible strapping to
maintain the minimum clearance to combustibles for both vertical
and horizontal runs.
All inner exhaust and outer intake vent pipe joists 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. Move the fireplace into position. Measure the vent length required
between terminal and fireplace taking into account the
additional length needed for the finished wall surface and any 1¼" overlaps
between venting components.
2. Apply high temperature sealant
W573-0007 (not supplied) Mill Pac to
the outer edge of the 5" inner collar of
the fireplace. Attach the first vent com-
ponent and secure using 3 self tapping
screws. Repeat using 8" piping.
3. The vent heat shield must be installed only when terminating
horizontally. Remove the two screws nearest the vent collars on the
top of the fireplace. Align the vent shield (supplied) and secure.
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1. Move the fireplace into position.
2. Fasten the roof support to the roof using the screws provided.
FIGURE 21. The roof support is optional. In this case the venting is
to be adequately supported using either an alternate method suitable
to the authority having jurisdiction or the optional roof support.
3. Apply high temperature sealant W573-0007 (not supplied)
to the outer edge of the inner sleeve of the air terminal. Slip a 5"
diameter coupler a minimum of 2" over the sleeve and secure using
3 screws.
4.Apply high temperature sealant
W573-0007 (not supplied) to the outer
edge of the of the outside sleeve of the
air terminal. Slip a 8" diameter coupler
over the sleeve and secure as before.
FIGURE 25. Trim the 8" coupler even
with the 5" coupler end.
5.Thread the air terminal pipe as-
sembly down through the roof support
and attach, ensuring that a minimum
16" of air terminal will penetrate the
roof when fastened. FIGURE 23. If
the attic space is tight, we recom-
mend threading the Wolf Steel vent
pipe collar or equivalent loosely
onto the air terminal assembly
as it is passed through the attic.
FIGURE 29. The air terminal must be
located vertically and plumb.
6. Remove nails from the shingles,
above and to the sides of the chim-
ney. Place the flashing over the air
terminal 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-tight by sealing with caulking. Where
possible, cover the sides and top edges of the flashing with roofing
material. FIGURE 23.
7. Aligning the seams of the terminal and air terminal connector,
place the terminal over the air terminal connector making sure the
inner sleeve goes into the hole in the terminal. Secure with the 3
screws provided.
8. Apply a heavy bead of weatherproof caulking 2" above the
flashing. Note: Maintain a minimum of 2" space between the air
inlet base and the storm collar. Install the storm collar around the
air terminal and slide down to the caulking. Tighten to ensure that
a weather-tight seal between the air terminal and the collar is
achieved.
9. Continue adding rigid venting sections, sealing and securing
as above. Attach a 5" collapsed telescopic pipe to the last section
of rigid piping. Secure with screws and seal. Repeat using a 8"
telescopic pipe.
10. Run a bead of high temperature sealant W573-0007 (not sup-
plied) Mill Pac around the outside of the 5" collar on the fireplace.
Pull the adjustable pipe a minimum of 2" onto the collar. Secure with
3 screws. Repeat with the 8" telescopic pipe.
11. 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 1" air space around the pipe.
FIGURE 30
FIGURE 29
FIGURE 32
VERTICAL VENTING INSTALLATION
GAS INSTALLATION
RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS
RESTRICTOR PLATE
TOP OF THE
FIREBOX
FIGURE 31
For ease of accessibility, an optional remote wall switch may be
installed in a convenient location. A 20’ length of millivolt wire is
connected to the gas valve for the wall switch. However if a greater
length is required route 2-strand (solid core) millivolt wire through the
electrical hole located at the bottom left side of the unit. The recom-
mended maximum lead length depends on wire size:
WIRE SIZE MAX. LENGTH
14 gauge 100 feet
16 gauge 60 feet
18 gauge 40 feet
Attach the two leads to terminals 1 and 3 located on the gas valve.
OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH
INSTALLATION
Vertical terminations may display a very active flame. As this appear-
ance is not desirable, the vent exit must be restricted using restrictor
plate, W500-0205. This reduces the velocity of the exhaust gases,
slowing down the flame pattern and creating a more traditional ap-
pearance.
Remove the two screws on either side of the exhaust collar inside the
firebox. Install the plate as shown. Replace the screws.
Proceed once the vent installation is complete.
NOTE: All gas connections must be contained within the fire-
place when complete.
1. Move the fireplace into position and secure to the floor through
the 1/4" holes located at either side of the base.
2. The fireplace is designed to accept 3/8" gas supply line. The
fireplace is equipped with a 3/8" manual shut-off valve.
3. Connect the gas supply in accordance to local codes. In the
absence thereof, install according to the National Installation Code.
4. When flexing any gas line, support the gas valve so that the
lines are not bent or kinked.
5. Check for gas leaks by brushing on a soap and water solu-
tion.
DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the stove removed.
Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before re-
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FIGURE 33
This Mobile/Manufactured Home Listed appliance comes factory equipped with a means to secure the unit. The fireplace is equipped
with two 1/4" diameter holes located in the front left and right corners of the base. For mobile home installations, the fireplace must be
fastened in place. Use #10 hex head screws, inserted through the holes in the base to secure. Always turn off the pilot and the fuel supply
at the source, prior to moving the mobile home. After moving the mobile home and prior to lighting the fireplace, ensure that the logs are
positioned correctly.
Conversion Kits
The mobile home appliance is field convertible between Natural Gas (NG) and Propane (LP).
To convert from one gas to another consult your Napoleon dealer/distributor.
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
FRAMING
This appliance is certified to be installed as an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) installation in a manufactured home or mobile
home and must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, in the United States or the Mobile Home Standard, CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada. This appli-
ance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated on the rating plate. A conversion kit is supplied with the mobile home appliance.
This appliance is certified to be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by
local codes.
This fireplace is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This fireplace is not convertible for use with other gases,
unless a certified kit is used.
It is best to frame your fireplace after it is positioned and the vent system
is installed. Use 2x4's and frame to local building codes. FIGURES 33.
It is not necessary to install a hearth extension with this fireplace system.
When roughing in the fireplace, raise the fireplace to accommodate for the thickness
of the finished floor materials, i.e. tile, carpeting, hard wood, which if not planned for will
interfere with the opening of the lower access door and the installation of many decorative
flashing accessories.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace should be kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face.
Combustible materials may be installed flush with the front of the fireplace but must not cover or protrude past any of the black face-areas
of the fireplace. Non-combustible material (brick, stone or ceramic tile) may protrude in these areas.
*HORIZONTAL VENT SECTIONS: A mini-
mum clearance of 2" all around the vent
pipe on all horizontal runs to combustibles
is required. Use firestop spacer W010-1778
(supplied).
VERTICAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum of
1" all around the vent pipe on all vertical runs
to combustibles is required except for clear-
ances in fireplace enclosures. Use firestop
spacer W500-0367 (not supplied).
Note: In order to avoid the possibility of
exposed insulation or vapour barrier com-
ing in contact with the fireplace body, it is
recommended that the walls of the fireplace
enclosure be “finished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as
you would finish any other outside wall of a home. This
will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained
within the cavity.
The fireplace requires a minimum enclosure height of 45 1/2“. For temperature requirements, the enclosure space around and above
the fireplace must be left unobstructed.
Minimum clearance to combustible
construction from fireplace and
vent surfaces:
Sides, back, bottom
and top of the unit 0"
Recessed depth 22"
All around the vent
pipe* 2"
Enclosure top 45 1/2"
Ceiling 72" from bottom of unit

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FIGURE 34
FIGURES 36a-c
TOP SLOT
FINISHING
MATERIAL
CORNER
POST
NAILING
TAB
AB
C
CENTRE
HOLE
NAILING
TAB
1) Attach the nailing tabs to the corner posts using the 2 sheet metal
screws supplied. Secure through the centre of the top and bottom
slots in the nailing tab and then through the existing holes in the
corner posts.
If there are no existing holes, follow these instructions:
Position the nailing tab so that the front face
is offset with the front edge of the corner post
(approx. ½"). Centre the nailing tab vertically
on the corner post.
Figure 36 a.
Drill through the centre of the top and bottom
slots in the nailing tab. Secure using the two
sheet metal screws supplied. This allows the
nailing tab to slide back and forth for desired
framing. Figure 36b.
2) To determine the final location of the nailing
tab you must first determine the thickness of
your finishing material (i.e. drywall). This will
determine the dimension from the front edge of
the corner post to the nailing tab. Once the nail-
ing tab is in the desired location, drill through
the centre hole of the nailing tab. Secure with
a sheet metal screw*. Figure 36c.
* Additional set screws may be installed.
NAILING TAB INSTALLATION
FIGURE 35a-c

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MINIMUM MANTEL AND ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES
FIGURES 37a
FIGURES 37b
Combustible mantel clearance can vary according to the mantel
depth. FIGURE 36. Use the graph to help evaluate the clearance
needed. Curtains, above the fireplace, must not be positioned lower
than the 5" distance required for the 2" combustible mantel. These
same requirements apply to any combustibles protruding on either
side of the fireplace.
B
A
FIGURE 39
UPPER LOUVRES
Insert the louvre tabs into the slots
located at the top left and right cor-
ners of the unit.
SLOT
TAB
A
LOWER LOUVRES
Insert the hinge clips into the slots
located at the bottom left and right
corners of the unit.
To remove the louvres, pull the back
tabs of the clips forward, while push-
ing the louvre assembly back. Lift
the clip.
B
HINGE
CLIP
SLOT
L42 LOUVRE INSTALLATION
FINISHING
The fireplace requires a minimum enclosure height of 45 1/2". For
temperature requirements, the enclosure space around and above
the fireplace must be left unobstructed. FIGURE 37.
* See venting section
FIGURES 37c
1. Place the door frame
face down careful not to
scratch the paint.
2. Center the gasketed
glass inside the door
frame with the thick side
of the gasket facing up.
3. Bend the glass re-
tainers located along the
edge of the door frame
over the gasket hold-
ing the glass in place.
Careful not to break the
glass.
GLASS/DOOR REPLACEMENT
FIGURE 38