Napoleon GLVF18N User manual

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INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON L4M 4Y8 Canada •[phone] •fax[phone]
www.napoleonfireplaces.com •[email protected]
INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE CONVEYED TO AND REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER.
CERTIFIED UNDER: ANSI Z21.11.2B-2004 GAS FIRED ROOM HEATER : VOLUME II, UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS AND
ANSI Z21.60-2002 / CSA 2.26-2002 DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCES FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID-FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES
WARNING
If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of
life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•Do not try to light any appliance.
•Do not touch any electrical
switch; do not use any phone in
your building.
•Immediately call the 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.
If this unit is used as an unvented
gas-fired heater, it uses air (oxygen)
from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion
and ventilation air must be provided.
Refer to "Installing in an unvented
application" section in this manual.
IMPORTANT: Read these instructions
carefully before trying to operate this
vent-free gas heater.
GVFL24N
NATURAL GAS
GVFL24P
PROPANE
GVFL30N
NATURAL GAS
GVFL30P
PROPANE
GVFL18N
NATURAL GAS
GVFL18P
PROPANE
These log sets can be installed in vented or unvented applications. See installation details for the particular application that applies.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
• Children and adults should be alerted to the
hazard of high surface temperatures and should
stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
• Young children should be carefully supervised when
they are in the same room with the appliance.
• Do not place clothing or other flammable material
on or near the appliance.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing
an appliance must be replaced prior to operating
the heater.
• Installation and repair should be done by a quali-
fied service person. The appliance should be in-
spected before use and at least annually by a pro-
fessional service person. More frequent cleaning
may be required due to excessive lint from carpet-
ing, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that con-
trol compartments, burners and circulating air pas-
sageways of the appliance be kept clean.
• Any change to this heater or it’s controls can be
dangerous.
• The fireplace and gas logs function as a system. If
the fireplace is not drafting properly and spilling into
the room (check with a match or a smoke stick),
reposition the damper clamp until a positive draft
is obtained by opening the damper. If negative
pressure in home prevents having a positive draft,
consult an air quality specialist.
• The gas log heater must be secured to the
fireplace floor to ensure that the position is
not changed while adjusting the controls.
• Sooting and an improper burn may result
from shifting of the gas logs by moving the
unit. A gas leak could be caused by moving
the grate.
• If you are installing the unit into a sunken
fireplace, you must raise the fireplace floor
to allow access to the gas log controls.
Raising the floor ensures adequate air flow
and guards against sooting. The fireplace
floor must be raised using noncombustible
materials.
• This appliance is for installation only in a
solid-fuel burning masonary or UL 127
factory-built fireplace or in a listed ventless
firebox enclosure. It has been design
certified for these installations. Exception:
DO NOT install this appliance in a factory-
built fireplace that includes instructions
stating it has not been tested or should not
be used with unvented gas logs.
• This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases.
• A fireplace screen must be in place when
the appliance is operating and, unless other
provisions for combustion air are provided,
the screen shall have an opening for
introduction of combustion air.
• Any glass doors shall be completely opened
when the appliance is in operation.
• State or local codes may only allow operation
of this appliance in a vented configuration.
Check your state or local codes.
• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or any other accessory not approved
for use with this appliance.
2 Warnings
3 Warranty
4-5 General Instructions
General Information
Maintenance and Cleaning
Air Shutter
Minimum Fireplace Size
Andiron and Grate Assembly
Gas Piping
6-7 Installing In An Unvented Application
Combustion and Ventilation
Determining Confined or Unconfined
Space
7 Installing In A Vented Application
Damper Stop Installation
8-9 Operating / Maintenance
Operating Instructions
Lighting Instructions
ODS Pilot Cleaning
Match Lighting Instructions
10 Log Placement
Logo Placement
11 Finishing
Rating Plate
12 Replacement Parts
Accessories
WARNINGS
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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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 crafts-
men who take great pride in their work. Once assembled the complete log set is thoroughly inspected by a
qualified technician before packaging to ensure that you, the customer, receive the quality product that you
expect from NAPOLEON.
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.
NAPOLEON GAS LOG SET LIMITED WARRANTY
ThePhazer™logs inyournewNapoleongaslogsetarewarranted againstdefects foras longasyouownthe
appliance.
Electrical (millivolt) components, burner and wearable parts such as the gas valve, thermal switch, switches,
wiring, remote control, ignitor, gasketing, and pilot assembly are covered and NAPOLEON will provide
replacement parts free of charge during the first year of the limited warranty.
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
conditions and limitations:
This factory warranty is nontransferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.
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, mechanical breakage of PHAZER™ logs and embers.
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.
Napoleon will not be responsible for installation, labour or any other expenses related to the reinstallation of a war-
ranted part and such expenses are not covered by this warranty.
Notwithstanding any provisions contained in this Limited 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 logs 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 it's behalf, any other liabilities with respect
to the sale of the product.
Any damages to burner and logs or other components 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.

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Do not use this gas log set if any part has been under
water.
Call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance
before operating.
Thoroughly clean the chimney, flue and fireplace before in-
stalling this appliance into it.
Do not burn solid fuels in any fireplace that is equipped with
this gas log set.
The installation of this appliance must conform with local
codes or in the absence of local codes, it must conform to
ANSI Z.223.1 or the CAN/CGA B149.
Do not operate appliance in the presence of gasoline or other
flammable liquids and vapours. Keep area clear of other
combustible materials.
Any guard or safety screen removed for servicing must be
replaced before the appliance is operated.
The appliance and its shut off must be disconnected from
the gas supply piping system before any pressure testing of
the system is done.
Installation practices vary from region to region and it is im-
portant to know the specifics that apply to your area,
for example: in Massachusetts State:
• 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.
• Un-vented room heater shall be installed in accordance with
527 CMR 30.00 and 248 CMR 3.00 through 7.00.
• Sellers of un-vented propane or natural gas-fired space/room
heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30.00 upon the sale of the unit from
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nstallation_manuals/mass_requirements.pdf
• A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing
gas fired appliances.
Always shut off the appliance, gas to the appliance and
allow the appliance to cool before servicing it.
Visually inspect the appliance for carbon buildup.
Using a small whisk or brush, brush off the excess carbon
and vacuum up or sweep into the garbage.
Check the appliance for broken logs and corrosion of the
main burner base.
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUAL-
ITY! Maximum input is 40,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and
propane.
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water col-
umn for natural gas and 11 inches water column for pro-
pane. 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 pro-
pane.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is required
for the gas system operation.
This heater is equipped with a pilot light safety
system referred to as an OXYGEN DEPLETION
SENSOR and is designed to turn off the heater
if not enough fresh air is available.
Use only accessories designed for and
listed with your specific fireplace.
Not designed for use with a glass door.
Screen must be closed when appliance is
in operation.
GENERAL INFORMATION
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
MAY LEAD TO DEATH
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning re-
semble the flu, with headache, dizziness and/
or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater
may not be working properly. Get fresh air at
once! Have heater serviced.
Some people---pregnant women, persons with
heart or lung disease, anaemia, those under
the influence of alcohol, those at high altitudes-
-- are more affected by carbon monoxide than
others.

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1. With the 2 andirons laying face down,
secure the grate overtop using 2x ¼-20
bolts (supplied in the manual baggie).
2. Install the grate/andiron assembly to the
burner base using 4x ¾” self tapping screws
(supplied in the manual baggie).
ANDIRON & GRATE ASSEMBLY
Use only accesso-
ries designed for and
listed with your
specific log set.
AIR SHUTTER
TESGOL RETTUHSRIA
LEUF GN PL
81LFVG
9
/ 23 "
5
/ 61 "
42LFVG
9
/ 23 "
5
/ 61 "
03LFVG
9
/ 23 "
5
/ 61 "
The air shutter settings are factory set for most installations.
However, adjustment may be required depending on fuel
type, vent performance and altitude.
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; allow
15 to 30 minutes for the final flame colour to be established.
MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE
TESGOL THGIEH HTDIW HTPED
"81
81LFVG "81"22"41
"42
42LFVG "02"82"61
"03
03LFVG "22"43"02
Each gas log set must be installed into a fireplace cavity
with a minimum size.
Refer to the table below to determine the appropriate mini-
mum fireplace size.
1
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply pip-
ing system by closing the individual manual shut off valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping sys-
tem at test pressure equal to or less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa)
1. Centre the appliance in the fireplace opening, making
sure the appliance has enough room behind it for the gas
line to run behind the log set under the log support.
2. Route the gas line and sizing using piping ½” diameter
or greater to allow the full volume of gas to the appliance.
The routing of the gas line has to be done to local and / or
national codes.
3. When rigid pipe is used an ANSI approved manual shut
off and a union must be installed upstream within the fire-
place cavity.
4. To ensure the appliance operates reliably install a sedi-
ment trap upstream of the appliance within the structures of
the piping system.
5. When using propane, a regulator must be used between
the tank and the outside wall of the house to ensure the line
pressure does not exceed 14” w.c.
6. Check gas connections with a gas detection device to
test for leaks in the system. Soapy water mixture can also
be used to check for leaks.
7. Once all the gas connections are tested for leaks, start
the appliance. Follow the lighting instructions to ensure
the appliance is working properly before finishing.
GAS PIPING