Napoleon BGNV42N User manual

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INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE CONVEYED TO AND REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER.
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON L4M 4Y8 Canada • [phone] • fax[phone]
www.napoleonfireplaces.com • [email protected]
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CSA 2.22, AND ANSI Z21.50 RESPECTIVELY FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACES.
MILLIVOLT SYSTEM
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE
NATURAL GAS MODEL BGNV42N
PROPANE GAS MODEL BGNV42P
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbour's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
R-2000
CERTIFIED FOR CANADAAND UNITED STATES USINGANSI / CSAMETHODS

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PG 2-4 INTRODUCTION
Warranty
General Instructions
General Information
Care of Glass & Plated Parts
5 VENTING
Vent Safety Switch
Hi Limit Switch
Venting Action Check
6-7 INSTALLATION
Gas Installation
Framing
Nailing Tab Installation
Mantle Clearances
8-9 FINISHING
Louvre Bracket Installation
Door Removal & Installation
Louvre Installation
Logo Placement
Log Placement
Charcoal & Glowing Embers
PG10 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION
11 OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL THERMOSTATIC SENSOR
12-13 OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
13 ADJUSTMENTS
Pilot Burner Adjustment
Venturi Adjustment
14 REPLACEMENTS
Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Accessories
15-16 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
WARNING
•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.
• Due to high temperatures, the fireplace should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the fireplace.
• 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. Use only with a glass door certified with the fireplace.
• Do not strike or slam shut the fireplace glass door.
TABLE of CONTENTS
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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NAPOLEON gas fireplaces 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 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 aregas fireplace are
gas fireplace aregas fireplace are
gas fireplace are
warranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustionwarranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion
warranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustionwarranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion
warranted against defects for as long as you own the fireplace. This covers: combustion
chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glasschamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass
chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glasschamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass
chamber, heat exchanger, stainless steel burner, phazer™ logs and embers, ceramic glass
(thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled com-(thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled com-
(thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled com-(thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled com-
(thermal breakage only), gold plated parts against tarnishing, porcelainized enamelled com-
ponents and aluminum extrusion trims.ponents and aluminum extrusion trims.
ponents and aluminum extrusion trims.ponents and aluminum extrusion trims.
ponents and aluminum extrusion trims.
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as the blower, gasElectrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as the blower, gas
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as the blower, gasElectrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as the blower, gas
Electrical (110V and millivolt) components and wearable parts such as the blower, gas
valve, thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote control, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assem-valve, thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote control, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assem-
valve, thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote control, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assem-valve, thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote control, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assem-
valve, thermal switch, switches, wiring, remote control, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assem-
bly are covered andbly are covered and
bly are covered andbly are covered and
bly are covered and NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEON will provide replacement parts free of charge during thewill provide replacement parts free of charge during the
will provide replacement parts free of charge during thewill provide replacement parts free of charge during the
will provide replacement parts free of charge during the
first year of the limited warranty.first year of the limited warranty.
first year of the limited warranty.first year of the limited warranty.
first year of the limited warranty.
Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. RepairLabour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair
Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. RepairLabour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. Repair
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 costswork, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs
work, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costswork, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs
work, however, requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour costs
to the account ofto the account of
to the account ofto the account of
to the account of NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEON are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repairare based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair
are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repairare based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair
are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair
work must be done through an authorizedwork must be done through an authorized
work must be done through an authorizedwork must be done through an authorized
work must be done through an authorized NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEONNAPOLEON
NAPOLEON dealer.dealer.
dealer.dealer.
dealer.
CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
NAPOLEONwarrants itsproducts againstmanufacturing defectsto theoriginal purchaseronly --i.e., theindividual orlegal entity(registered customer)whose nameappears onthe
warrantyregistration cardfiledwith NAPOLEON--provided thatthepurchase wasmadethrough anauthorizedNAPOLEON dealerandis subjecttothe followingconditionsand limitations:
Thisfactory warrantyisnontransferable andmaynot be extendedwhatsoeverby anyofour representatives.
Thegas fireplacemust beinstalledby alicenced, authorizedservice technicianorcontractor. Installationmust bedonein accordancewith theinstallation instructionsincludedwith the
productand alllocal andnational buildingand firecodes.
Thislimited warrantydoesnot coverdamagescaused bymisuse,lack ofmaintenance, accident, alterations,abuse orneglectand partsinstalledfrom othermanufacturerswill nullifythis
warranty.
Thislimited warrantyfurtherdoes notcover anyscratches,dents, corrosionordiscolouring causedby excessive heat,abrasive andchemicalcleaners norchipping onporcelainenamel
parts,mechanical breakageof PHAZER™logs andembers, norany ventingcomponents used inthe installationof thefireplace.
NAPOLEONwarrants itsstainless steel burnersagainst defectsinworkmanship andmaterialfor life,subjectto thefollowingconditions: Duringthefirst 10yearsNAPOLEON willreplace
or repair thedefective partsat our optionfree of charge.From 10 yearsto life, NAPOLEON willprovide replacement burnersat 50%of thecurrent retailprice.
Inthe firstyearonly,thiswarranty extendstothe repairorreplacement ofwarranted partswhichare defectivein materialorworkmanship providedthat theproducthas beenoperated in
accordancewith theoperation instructionsandunder normalconditions.
Afterthe firstyear, with respectto thisPresident's LimitedLifetime Warranty,NAPOLEON may, atitsdiscretion, fullydischargeall obligationswith respectto thiswarranty byrefunding
tothe originalwarranted purchaserthe wholesalepriceof anywarranted butdefective part(s).
Afterthe firstyear, NAPOLEONwill notbe responsibleforinstallation, labouror anyothercosts orexpenses relatedto thereinstallationof awarranted part,andsuch expensesare not
coveredbythis warranty.
Notwithstandingany provisionscontainedinthis President'sLimited LifetimeWarranty, NAPOLEON’Sresponsibilityunder thiswarrantyis definedas aboveandit shallnotin anyevent
extendto anyincidental, consequentialorindirect damages.
Thiswarranty definestheobligations andliabilityof NAPOLEONwithrespect totheNAPOLEON gasfireplaceand anyother warrantiesexpressedor implied withrespect tothisproduct,
itscomponents oraccessories areexcluded.
NAPOLEONneither assumes,nor authorizesanythird partyto assume,onits behalf,any otherliabilitieswith respectto thesaleof thisproduct. NAPOLEONwillnot beresponsible for:
over-firing,downdrafts, spillagecausedby environmentalconditions suchasrooftops, buildings,nearby trees,hills,mountains, inadequateventsor ventilation,excessive ventingconfigu-
rations,insufficient makeupair, ornegativeair pressureswhich mayor maynotbe causedby mechanicalsystems suchasexhaust fans,furnaces, clothesdryers, etc.
Anydamages tofireplace, combustionchamber, heatexchanger, brasstrim orother component duetowater, weatherdamage, longperiods ofdampness, condensation,damaging
chemicalsor cleaners willnot bethe responsibilityof NAPOLEON.
Thebill ofsale orcopywill berequired togetherwitha serialnumber andamodel numberwhen makinganywarranty claimsfrom yourauthorizeddealer. Thewarranty registrationcard
mustbe returnedwithin fourteendaysto registerthewarranty.
NAPOLEONreserves theright tohave itsrepresentative inspectanyproduct orpart thereofprior tohonouring anywarrantyclaim.
ALL SPECIFICATIONSAND DESIGNS ARE SUBJECTTO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUETO ON-GOING PRODUCTIMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® IS AREGISTERED
TRADEMARKOFWOLF STEELLTD. PATENTS U.S. 5.303.693.801-CAN. 2.073.411, 2.082.915.©WOLFSTEELLTD.

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Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff
lightly with a clean dry cloth. The fireplace is factory
equipped with 3/16" thick tempered glass. Use only re-
placement glass available from your Napoleon dealer.
Do not substitute materials.
Clean the glass after the first 10 hours of operation with a
recommended 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 specific fireplace.
Provide adequate ventilation and combustion air.
Provide adequate accessibility clearance for serv-
icing and operating the fireplace. Never obstruct
the front opening of the fireplace.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be
kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face of
the unit.
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace fol-
low the venting & operating instructions exactly.
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 insula-
tion and vapour barrier coming into contact with
the fireplace body, it is recommended that the
walls of the fireplace enclosure be 'finished' (i.e.:
drywall/sheetrock) as you would finish any other
wall of the home. This will ensure that clearance
to combustibles is maintained within the cavity.
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND
SERVICED BYA QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with
local codes. Installation practices vary from region to re-
gion 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 the fireplace to the cur-
rent National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current
CAN/CGA B149, Installation Codes.
The fireplace and its individual shut off valve must be dis-
connected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in ex-
cess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). The fireplace must be isolated
from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shut off 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 floor-
ing, 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 accord-
ance 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.
FORYOURSATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACEHAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUAL-
ITY! Maximum input for the fireplace is 28,500 BTU/h for
natural gas and propane. When the fireplace is installed
at elevations above 4,500ft, and in the absence of specific
recommendations from the local authority having jurisdic-
tion, the certified high altitude input rating shall be reduced
at the rate of 4% for each additional 1,000ft.
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. Manifold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5
inches water column for natural gas and 10 inches water
column for propane.
This fireplace is approved for bedroom and bed-sitting room
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.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS
FIGURE1

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This is a vented appliance and must be connected to a
chimney in accordance with the current installation codes.
In absence of local codes, install to the current National
FuelGasCode,ANSIZ223.1, orthecurrentCAN/CGAB149,
Installation Codes. This model can be common-vented.
Aminimumsix inch diameter (6"ø)B-ventor class A ventis
required. A minimum 10' vent height is required. Secure
the B-vent to the exhaust collar on the stove top with 3
screws. In cold climates, the use of a B-vent and an insu-
lated chase is recommended.
This thermally activated switch, located in front of the draft
hood, senses an increase in temperature and acts as a
safety shut-off (See'A' below). It shuts down the gas to the
main burner in the event of a severe downdraft of air or a
blockedordisconnected chimney flue. Iftheflueisblocked
or has no "draw", the safety switch will automatically shut
off the supply of gas to the main burner within 10 minutes.
This switch must be manually reset by depress-
ing the plunger. Refer to Figure 2.
Tampering with the safety switch can result in
carbon monoxide poisoning and possible death.
This thermally activated switch, located in front of the draft
hood, senses an increase in temperature and acts as a
safety shut-off (See'A' below). It shuts down the gas to the
main burner in the unlikely event of the unit overheating.
The HI Limit switch will automatically reset after the unit
has cooled down, resuming gas flow to the main burner.
A test for correct venting action must be made before
the installed unit can be left with the customer.
Follow the procedure below:
1. Close all doors and windows in the room / start ex-
haust fans in the home / turn the fireplace blower off (if so
equipped).
2. Set controls to "high" and light the unit.
3. Wait 5 minutes. Light a match and hold to the front of
the draft hood. FIGURES 4 & 5.
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 3
Venting action is satisfactory, if smoke and flames are
drawn into the draft hood.
Venting action is unsatisfactory, if thesmokespillsback,and
the flame splays outward. If venting action is unsatisfactory,
turn off the unit, wait 10 minutes and try again. If the smoke is
stillnotdrawn intothedrafthood,turnthe unitoffandcheckfor
vent blockage or restriction. If necessary, consult with a quali-
fied inspector.
The Vent Safety or Hi Limit switches must not be
adjusted or disabled.
In the event that either switch or any associated
partsareexchanged,onlyoriginalmanufacturer's
parts may be used.
FIGURE 2
PLUNGER
VALVE
THERMOSTAT OR
WALL SWITCH
VENT SAFETY
SWITCH
HIGH LIMIT
SWITCH
B
A
FIGURE 5
HI LIMIT
SWITCH
1
2
3
VENTING
VENT SAFETY SWITCH
HIGH LIMIT SWITCH
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It is best to frame your fireplace after it is positioned. Use
2x4's and frame to local building codes. FIGURE 7-9.
Note: In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation
or vapour barrier coming 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 theat
clearance to combustibles is maintained within the cavity.
It is not necessary to install a hearth extension with this
fireplace system.
When roughing in the fireplace, raise the fireplace to ac-
commodate for the thickness of the finished floor materi-
als, 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 4 feet away from the front face.
Minimum clearance to combustible con-
struction from fireplace:
sides, back, bottom and top of the unit 0 inch
recessed depth 22 inches
Proceed once the vent installation is complete.
1. Move the fireplace into position and secure using the
nailing tabs and/or secure to the floor through the 1/4"ø
holes located at either end of the base.
2. Route a 3/8" N.P.T. black iron gas line, 1/2" type-L cop-
per tubing or equivalent to the fireplace.
3. For ease of accessibility, an optional remote wall switch
or millivolt thermostat may be installed in a convenient lo-
cation. Route 2-strand (solid core) millivolt wire through
the electrical hole located at the bottom left side of the unit.
The recommended maximum lead length depends on wire
size: WIRESIZE MAX.LENGTH
14gauge 100 feet
16gauge 60 feet
18gauge 40 feet
Attach the one lead to terminal 3 (located on the gas valve)
and the other lead to the vent safety switch wire ( located
loose in the valve compartment). See FIGURE 3.
Do not connect either the wall switch, thermostat
or gas valve to electricity (110 volts).
4. Install rigid black pipe, 1/2" type-L copper tubing or, if
local codes permit, a 3/8" flex connector and shutoff valve
to the gas line and the fireplace gas valve. Seal and tighten
securely. An adapter fitting is required between the gas
valveand the coppertubing or flexconnector.DO NOT KINK
FLEXIBLECONNECTOR.FIGURE6.
5. Check for gas leaks by brushing on a soap and water
solution.
Do not use open flame.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the fireplace
removed. Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the
burner before installing the door.
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FIGURES8
GAS INSTALLATION FRAMING
INSTALLATION
FIGURE 10

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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 12 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 12 b.
2) To determine the final location of the nailing tab you
must first determine the thickness of your finishing mate-
rial (i.e. drywall). This will determine the dimension from
the front edge of the corner post to the nailing tab. Once
the nailing tab is in the desired location, drill through the
centre hole of the nailing tab. Secure with a sheet metal
screw*. Figure 12 c.
* Additional set screws may be installed.
FIGURE11
Combustible materials may be installed flush with the front
of the fireplace but must not cover any of the black face-
areas of the fireplace. Non-combustible material (brick,
stone or ceramic tile) may protrude in these areas.
Combustible mantle clearance can vary according to the
mantle depth. Use the graph to help evaluate the clear-
ance needed. Figures 11 a & b.
FIGURE13a
FIGURE13b
FIGURES12a-c
TOP SLOT
FINISHING
MATERIAL
CORNER
POST
NAILING
TAB
AB
C
CENTRE
HOLE
NAILING TAB INSTALLATION
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The upper louvres must be removed to allow the door to be
removed. Release the two door latches, located across
the top of the door and lift off the lower door bracket.
Insert the upper louvres into
the slots on both brackets.
Attach each hinge on the
lower louvre assembly to
the lip of the fireplace base
with 2 screws.
Position the hinge screen
into place and with the con-
trol door open, secure to the
fireplace using three
screws.
HINGESCREEN
16
15 DOORLATCH
UPPERLOUVRE
FIGURE17
UPPERLOUVRES
Insert the louvre tabs into the
slots located at the top left and
right corners of the unit.
SLOT
TAB
A
LOWERLOUVRES
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 pushing the louvre assem-
bly back. Lift the clip.
BHINGE
CLIP SLOT
Remove the
backing of the
logo supplied and
place on the glass
viewing door, as
indicated.
LOGO PLACEMENT
FIGURE18
LOGO
½"
½"
1. Align the holes in the louvre
brackets with the pre-drilled
holes in the firebox, as shown.
2. Secure louvre brackets in
place using screws.
GDL42 LOUVRE INSTALLATION
DOOR INSTALLATION
LOUVRE BRACKET INSTALLATION
FINISHING
A
B
L42 LOUVRE INSTALLATION
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PHAZERTM logs and glowing embers, exclusive to Napo-
leon Fireplaces, provide a unique and realistic glowing ef-
fect that is different in every installation. Take the time to
carefully position the glowing embers for a maximum glow-
ing effect. Log colours may vary. During the initial use of the
fireplace, the colours will become more uniform as colour
pigments burn in during the heat activated curing process.
1. Place the back log (#1) onto the log support tray and in
front of the tabs. The tabs maintain an air space between
the log and firebox back to facilitate combustion air flow.
Ensure that the back of the log rests against the brackets
on the back wall of the firebox.
2. Move the two small logs (#2 & #3) into position, lining
up the studs located on the burner with the holes on the
bottom of the logs.
3. Tear the glowing embers into pieces and place along
the front row of ports covering all of the burner area in front of
the small logs (#2 & #3). Care should be taken to shred the
embers into thin, small irregular pieces as only the exposed
edges of the fibre hairs will glow. The ember material will
onlyglowwhenexposedto direct flame; however,careshould
be taken to not block the burner ports. Blocked burner ports
can cause an incorrect flame pattern, carbon deposits and
delayed ignition. PHAZERTM logs glow when exposed to
direct flame.
GLOWING EMBERS
#4 #5
4. Place the bottom of the left crossover log (#4) against
the left outermost grate post and the top into the pocket
provided on the back log. Position the notch located on the
end of the center log (#5) against the middle grate post
with the other end of the log resting in the pocket of the left
crossover log.
5. Place the bottom of the right crossover log (#6) against
the right outermost grate post and the top into the pocket
provided on the center log (#5).
Randomly place the charcoal embers along the front and
sides of the log support tray in a realistic manner. Fine
dust found in the bottom of the bag should not be used.
Sprinkle vermiculite around the charcoal embers.
Note:Note:
Note:Note:
Note: Both charcoal embers and vermiculite are not to
be placed on the burner.
Place the lumps between the logs in a realistic manner
taking care not to block any of the burner ports.
#1
FIGURES19a-e
#2 #3
#6
LOG PLACEMENT
CHARCOAL EMBERS
VERMICULITE
CHARCOAL LUMPS

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Attach the connectors from the black and white wires to the
thermodiscandsecurethethermodiscbrackettothesecur-
ingstudatthebottomleftoftheunitusingalockwasherand
wing nut. Ensure that the thermodisc touches the firebox
wall.
Attach the connectors from the black and red wires to the
blower.
Attach and secure the variable speed switch using the nut
provided. Plug the harness cord into the receptacle.
Thewireharness provided inthiskitisauniversal
harness. When installed, ensure that any excess
wire is contained, preventing it from making con-
tact with moving or hot objects.
Because the blower is thermally activated, when
turnedon,itwillautomaticallystartapproximately
15minutesafterlightingthefireplaceandwillrun
forapproximately30-45 minutes afterthefireplace
has been turned off. Use of the fan increases the
output of heat.
Drywall dust will penetrate into the blower bear-
ings causing irreparable damage. Care must be
taken to prevent drywall dust from coming into
contact with the blower or its compartment. Any
damage resulting from this condition is not cov-
ered by the warranty policy.
INSTALLATIONTOBEDONEBYAQUALIFIEDINSTALLER
andmust be electricallyconnected and groundedin accord-
ancewith localcodes.Inthe absenceoflocalcodes, usethe
current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada or the
ANSI/NFPA70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States.
The three slots allow ease
ofadjustment of theblower.
For a quiet running blower,
do not allow the assembly
to sit on the firebox base.
Slide the vibration reducing pad (A) into the clip and onto
the threaded stud(B) at the other end, piercing a hole into
thepad. The blowermust be ableto be positioned entirely
onto the pad.
Tilt the blower onto its side. Slide it past the controls and
into the clip(C).Securetothethreadedstudusingthelock
washer and wing nut provided. Ensure that the blower
does not touch the fireplace base or the firebox.
red
white
black
THERMODISC
GROUND
SCREW
JUNCTION
RECEPTACLE /
BOX
ADJUSTMENT
SLOTS
FIGURE 20
FIGURE 21
FIGURE 22 FIGURE 23
FIGURE 25
C
A
B
FIGURE 24
OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

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Attach and secure the sensor assembly bracket to the se-
curing stud located next to the receptacle/junction box at
the bottom left of the unit using the lock washer and wing
nut. Ensure that the thermodisc touches the firebox wall.
Plug the power cord back into the receptacle.
When installed, ensure that any excess wire is contained,
preventing it from making contact with moving or hot ob-
jects.
Slide the fan assembly past the controls and and into the
clip. Secure using the lock washer and nut provided.
Plug the harness cord connectors onto the connections of
the fan as illustrated. Plug the power cord into the recepta-
cle.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY A QUALI-
FIED INSTALLER and must be connected and grounded
in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local
codes,use the currentCSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in
Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the
United States.
The wire harness provided in this kit is a universal har-
ness. When installed, ensure that any excess wire is con-
tained, preventing it from making contact with moving or
hot objects.
Position the vibration reducing pad into the clip and onto
the threaded stud at the other end, piercing a hole into the
pad. The fan assembly must be able to be positioned en-
tirely onto the pad.
RECEPTACLE /
JUNCTION BOX
OPTIONAL THERMOSTATIC
SENSOR
SLOTS
OPEN ENDED
BRACKET
VARIABLE SPEED/
PIEZO IGNITOR
JUNCTION BOX
THERMODISC
SENSOR ASSEMBLY
BRACKET
RECEPTACLE /
FIGURE27
FIGURE26
FIGURE29
FIGURE28
This optional kit is meant to be used only in conjunction
with the GD65 Fan Kit, shown above, which may be or-
dered from your Wolf Steel / Napoleon dealer.
With the thermostatic sensor option, the fan, when turned
on, becomes thermally activated, and will automatically run
approximately 10 minutes after the fireplace has been lit
and for approximately 30-45 minutes after the fireplace has
been turned off.
Use of the fan increases the output of heat.
Unplug the power cord from the receptacle. Connect all
wires as shown.
OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION
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• 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.
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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.
C. Use only your hand to 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 at-
tempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
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 water.
WARNING: The gas valve has an interlock device which
will not allow the pilot burner to be lit until the thermocou-
ple has cooled. Allow approximately 60 seconds for the
thermocouple to cool.
When lighting and re-lighting, the gas knob cannot be turned
from pilot to off unless the knob is depressed slightly.
1. Stop! Read the above safety information on this 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" in the above
safety information on this label. If you don't smell gas go
the next step.
5. Turn gas knob counter-clockwise to pilot.
6. Depress slightly and hold gas knob while lighting the
pilot with the push button ignitor. Keep knob depressed
for one minute, then release. If pilot does not continue to
burn, repeat steps 3 through 5.
7. With pilot lit, depress and turn gas knob counter-clock-
wise to on.
8. If equipped with remote on-off switch/thermostat, main
burner may not come on when you turn valve to on.
Remote switch must be in the on position to ignite burner.
9. Turn on all electric power to the fireplace.
1. Turn off all electric power to the fireplace if service is to
be performed. 2. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock-
wise to off. Do not force.
When lit for the first time, the fireplace will emit a slight
odour for a few hours. This is a normal temporary condi-
tion caused by the curing of the logs and the "burn-in" of
internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing
process and will not occur again.
After extended periods of non-operation such as following
a vacation or a warm weather season, the fireplace may
emit a slight odour for a few hours. This is caused by dust
particles in the heat exchanger burning off. In both cases,
open a window to sufficiently ventilate the room.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the fireplace
removed. Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the
burner before installing the door.
OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING: WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS

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Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized flame. Turn
in a clockwise direction to reduce the gas flow.
Closing the air shutter will cause a more yellow flame, but
can lead to carboning. Opening the air shutter will cause a
more blue flame, but can cause flame lifting from the burner
ports. The flame may not appear yellow immediately; al-
low 15 to 30 minutes for the final flame colour to be estab-
lished.
AIRSHUTTERADJUSTMENT MUST ONLYBE DONEBYA
QUALIFIEDGASINSTALLER!
To access the air shutter, remove the two screws that se-
cure the cover to the air housing, taking care not to dam-
age the gasket.
3. Check to see that all burner ports are burning. Clean out
any of the ports which may not be burning or are not burn-
ing properly.
4. Check to see that the pilot flame is large enough to
engulf the thermocouple and thermopile and reaches to-
ward the burner with the third jet.
5. Replace the cleaned logs.
6. Check to see that the main burner ignites completely on
all openings when the gas knob for the burner is turned
on. A 5 to 10 second total light-up period is satisfactory. If
ignition takes longer, consult your Napoleon dealer / dis-
tributor.
7. Check that the gasketing on the sides, top and bottom of
the door is not broken or missing. Replace if necessary.
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FIGURE30
FIGURE30
Turn off the gas and electrical power before servicing
the fireplace.
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when serv-
icing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dan-
gerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
This fireplace and its venting system should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualified service per-
son. The fireplace area must be kept clear and free of com-
bustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapours
and liquids. The flow of combustion and ventilation air must
not be obstructed.
1. In order to properly clean the burner and pilot assembly,
remove the logs to expose both assemblies.
2. Keep the control compartment, logs, burner, air shutter
opening and the area surrounding the logs clean by vacu-
uming or brushing, at least once a year.
MODELBGNV42
NG 1/8"
LP 5/16" COVER
VENTURI
FIGURE 31 (not exactly as shown)
MAINTENANCE
ADJUSTMENTS
PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT
VENTURI ADJUSTMENT
FIGURE29

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# PART No. DESCRIPTION
25 GDL42K LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BLACK
25 GDL42PB LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - POLISHED BRASS
25 GDL42SS LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
26 L42K LOUVRE KIT - UPPER & LOWER - BLACK
27 GDOI42BG ORNAMENTAL INSET - BRUSHED GOLD
27 GDOI42K ORNAMENTAL INSET - BLACK
27 GDOI42G ORNAMENTAL INSET - GOLD
27 GDOI42SS ORNAMENTAL INSET - STAINLESS STEEL
28* W690-0001 MILLIVOLTTHERMOSTAT
29* W660-0010B REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANTAGE
29* W660-0011B REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANTAGE PLUS
30* W660-0013 MODULATING THERMOSTATIC HAND HELD REMOTE
31* GD825N MODULATING VALVE REGULATOR FOR W660-0013 - NG
31* GD825P MODULATING VALVE REGULATOR FOR W660-0013 - P
32 GZ550-1KT BLOWER KIT
33* GD65 FAN KIT
34* GD36 THERMOSTATIC SENSOR CONTROL KIT FOR USE WITH GD 65 ONLY
35* W500-0033 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH WALL MOUNTING PLATE
36 GA-566 HOT AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT
37* W690-0005 THERMOSTAT - 110V FOR USE WITH GA-566 ONLY
38* GA-70 EXTENSION KIT - 5 FT
39 GA-72 HOT AIR EXHAUST KIT
# PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 W357-0001 PIEZO IGNITER
2 W680-0004 THERMOPILE
3 W680-0005 THERMOCOUPLE
4 W010-0800 NATURAL GAS PILOTASSEMBLY - SIT
4 W010-0801 PROPANE GAS PILOT ASSEMBLY - SIT
5* W660-0005 ON/OFF TOGGLE SWITCH
6 W455-0069 NATURAL GAS PILOT INJECTOR
6 W455-0068 PROPANE GAS PILOT INJECTOR
7 W725-0035 NATURAL GAS VALVE
7 W725-0034 PROPANEVALVE
8* W385-0245 NAPOLEONLOGO
9* W660-0005 STANDARD WALL SWITCH
10* W750-0051 20FT OF WIRE
11 W010-0877 PAN BURNER
12 GL-630 LOGSET
13* W361-0016 GLOWING EMBERS
14* W550-0001 CHARCOAL EMBERS
15* W550-0002 CHARCOAL LUMPS
16 W135-0130 BACK LOG (#1)
17 W135-0131 LEFT CROSSOVER LOG (#4)
18 W135-0132 CENTER LOG (#5)
19 W135-0133 RIGHT CROSSOVER LOG (#6)
20 W135-0134 SMALL LEFT LOG (#2)
21 W135-0135 SMALL RIGHT LOG (#3)
22 W010-0770 BLACK DOOR C/WGLASS
23 W455-0072 #39 NATURAL GAS ORIFICE
23 W455-0059 #53 PROPANE GAS ORIFICE
24* W361-0014 VERMICULITE
Contact your dealer or the factory for questions concerning
prices and policies on replacement parts. Normally all parts
can be ordered through your Napoleon dealer or distribu-
tor.
When ordering replacement parts always give the follow-
ing information:
1. MODEL &SERIAL NUMBER OF FIREPLACE
2. INSTALLATION DATE OF FIREPLACE
3. PART NUMBER
4. DESCRIPTION OF PART
5. FINISH
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REPLACEMENT PARTS ACCESSORIES

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Pilot will not light. - check if pilot can be lit by a match
- check that the wire is connected to the push button ignitor.
- check if the push button ignitor needs tightening.
- replace the wire if the wire insulation is broken or frayed.
- replace the electrode if the ceramic insulator is cracked or broken.
- replace the push button ignitor.
No spark at pilot burner
- fill the tank.Out of propane gas
Spark gap is incorrect - spark gap should be 0.150" to 0.175" (5/32" to 11/64" approx.) from
the electrode tip and the pilot burner. To ensure proper electrode
location, tighten securing nut (finger tight plus 1/4 turn).
No gas at the pilot burner - check that the manual valve is turned on.
- check the pilot orifice for blockage.
- replace the valve.
- call the gas distributor.
Main burner goes
out; pilot goes out. Refer to "MAIN BURNER GOES OUT; PILOT STAYS ON"
Faulty thermocouple. - replace.
Main burner goes
out; pilot stays on. Pilot flame is not large enough or not engulfing the
thermopile
- turn up pilot flame.
- replace pilot assembly.
Thermopile shorting - clean thermopile connection to the valve. Reconnect.
- replace thermopile / valve.
Remote wall switch wire is
too long; too much resist-
ance in the system.
- shorten wire to correct length or wire gauge.
Faulty thermostat or switch. - replace.
Vent safety switch has
opened. (Tripped)
Hi Limit switch has opened.
(Tripped)
- Vent has become blocked or disconnected. Correct. See Figure 2.
- Unit has overheated. See Figure 2
Pilot goes out when
the gas knob is re-
leased.
The gas valve has
an interlock device
whichwill not allow
the pilot burner to
be lit until the ther-
mocouple has
cooled. Allow ap-
proximately 60
seconds for the
thermocouple to
cool.
System is not correctly
purged. - purge the gas line with the glass door open.
Out of propane gas. - fill the tank.
Pilot flame is not large
enough - turn up the pilot flame.
- gently twist the pilot head to improve the flame pattern around the
thermocouple.
Pilot flame is not engulfing
the thermocouple.
Thermocouple shorting /
faulty. - loosen and tighten thermocouple. - clean thermocouple and valve connection.
- replace thermocouple.
Faultyvalve. - replace.
Pilot burning; no
gas to main
burner; gas knob
is on 'HI'; wall
switch / thermostat
is on.
Themostat or switch is de-
fective. - connect a jumper wire across the wall switch terminals; if main
burner lights, replace switch / thermostat.
Mainburner orificeisplugged. - remove stoppage in orifice.
Faultyvalve.
Vent safety switch has opened.
(Tripped)
HiLimitswitchhasopened.(Tripped)
- replace.
- Vent has become blocked or disconnected. Correct. See Figure 2.
- Unit has overheated. See Figure 2
Wall switch wiring is defec-
tive. - disconnect switch wires & connect a jumper wire across terminals
1 & 3; if the main burner lights, check the wires for defects and / or
replace wires.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION
B EFORE ATTEMPTING TO TROUBLESHOOT , PURGE YOUR UNIT AND INITIALLY LIGHT THE PILOT AND THE MAIN BURNER WITH THE GLASS DOOR REMOVED .

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White / grey film
forms. Sulphur from fuel is being deposited on glass, logs or
combustion chamber sur-
faces.
- clean the glass with a recommended gas fireplace glass cleaner.
DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT.
If deposits are not cleaned off regularly, the glass may become
permanently marked.
Pilot goes out
while standing;
Main burner is in
'OFF' position.
Gas piping is undersized. - turn on all gas appliances and see if pilot flame flutters, dimin-
ishes or extinguishes, especially when main burner ignites. Monitor
appliance supply working pressure.
- check if supply piping size is to code. Correct all undersized piping.
Flames are con-
sistently too large
or too small.
Carboning occurs.
- check pressure readings:
Inlet pressure can be checked by turning screw (A) counter-clock-
wise 2 or 3 turns and then placing pressure gauge tubing over the
test point. Gauge should read 7" (minimum 4.5") water column for
natural gas or 13" (11" minimum) water column for propane. Check
that main burner is operating on "HI".
Outlet pressure can be checked the same as above using screw
(B). Gauge should read 3.5" water column for natural gas or 10"
water column for propane. Check that main burner is operating on
"HI".
AFTER TAKING PRESSURE READINGS, BE SURE TO TURN
SCREWSCLOCKWISEFIRMLYTORESEAL.DONOTOVERTORQUE.
Leak test with a soap and water solution.
Unit is over-fired or under-
fired.
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Remote wall
switch is in "OFF"
position; main
burner comes on
when gas knob is
turned to "ON" po-
sition.
Wall switch is mounted up-
side down - reverse.
Faultyvalve. - replace.
- replace.Remote wall switch is
grounding.
- check for ground (short); repair ground or replace wire.Remote wall switch wire is
grounding.
Carbon is being
deposited on
glass, logs or com-
bustion chamber
surfaces. Flame is impinging on the
logs or combustion cham-
ber.
- check that the logs are correctly positioned.
- open air shutter to increase the primary air.
- check the input rate: check the manifold pressure and orifice size
as specified by the rating plate values.
- check to ensure proper venting action
Air shutter has become
blocked - ensure air shutter opening is free of lint or other obstructions.
Exhaust fumes
smelled in room,
headaches.
Fireplace is spilling. - check for chimney blockage
- check that chimney is installed to building code.
- room is in negative pressure; increase fresh air supply.
Main burner flame
is a blue, lazy,
transparent flame.
Not enough combustion air - room is in negative pressure; increase fresh air supply
SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION