Napoleon GSS42N User manual

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INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.22A
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 0G8 Canada /
103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.napoleonfireplaces.com • [email protected]
SAFETY INFORMATION
!WARNING
If the information in these instructions are
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 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 supplier.
CERTIFIED FOR CANADAAND UNITED STATES USINGANSI/CSA METHODS.
$10.00
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE
BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL
COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO
TOUCH GLASS.
!
WARNING
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIANAND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CR97-003, CAN1-2.21-M85, IAS U.S. 4-96.
GSS42N
NATURAL GAS MODEL
GSS42P
PROPANE GAS MODEL
OUTDOOR GAS FIREPLACE
WARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY

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NOTE: Changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 2
2.0 INTRODUCTION 3
2.1 DIMENSIONS 4
2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 4
2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION 5
2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION 5
3.0 INSTALLATION 6
3.1 GAS INSTALLATION 6
3.2 GAS INLET LOCATIONS 7
3.3 OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION 7
3.4 COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR 8
4.0 FRAMING 8
4.1 CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 8
4.2 MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES 10
4.3 MINIMUM MANTEL CLEARANCES 11
4.4 NAILING TAB 11
5.0 FINISHING 12
5.1 ANDIRON AND GRATE ASSEMBLY 12
5.2 LOG PLACEMENT 12
5.3 GLOWING EMBERS 13
5.4 CHARCOAL LUMPS/LAVA ROCK 13
5.5 HOOD 14
5.6 LOGO PLACEMENT 14
6.0 OPTIONAL REMOTE INSTALLATION 15
7.0 OPERATION 16
8.0 ADJUSTMENT 17
8.1 VENTURI ADJUSTMENT 17
8.2 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS 17
9.0 MAINTENANCE 18
10.0 REPLACEMENTS 19
11.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING 21
12.0 WARRANTY 23
13.0 SERVICE HISTORY 24
1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
ANDIRONS, see
“ANDIRON AND
GRATE ASSEMBLY”
section.
GRATE, see
“ANDIRON AND
GRATE ASSEMBLY”
section.
RATING PLATE, see
“RATING PLATE
INFORMATION”
section.
HOOD, see
“HOOD” section.

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3.14A
!
WARNING
• THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED.
• Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate
appliance according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury.
• Any changes to this appliance or its controls can be dangerous and is prohibited.
• Risk of burns. The appliance should be turned off and cooled before servicing.
• Do not install damaged, incomplete or substitute components.
• Risk of cuts and abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal
edges may be sharp.
• Do not burn wood or other materials in this appliance.
• Provide adequate ventilation and combustion air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing
and operating the appliance. Never obstruct the front opening of the appliance.
• If appliance keeps shutting off, have it serviced. Keep burner and control compartment clean.
• Do not allow wind to blow directly into the appliance. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.
• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperature and should stay away
to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
• Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same area as the appliance.
Toddlers, young children and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A physical barrier
is recommended if there are at risk individuals in the vicinity of the appliance. To restrict access to an
appliance, install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers, young children and other at risk individuals
away from hot surfaces.
• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.
• Furniture or other objects must be kept a minimum of 4 feet away from the front of the appliance.
• Ensure you have incorporated adequate safety measures to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot
surfaces.
• Even after the appliance is off, it 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 appliance.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in
the appliance and venting system are kept clean. The appliance should be inspected before use and
at least annually by a qualified service person. The appliance area must be kept clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
• Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control
which has been under water.
• Keep the packaging material out of reach of children and dispose of the material in a safe manner. As
with all plastic bags, these are not toys and should be kept away from children and infants.
• This appliance must not be installed indoors or within any structure that prevents or inhibits the exhaust
gases from dissipating in the outside atmosphere.
2.0 INTRODUCTION

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2.1 DIMENSIONS
2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
4.3A
THIS GAS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to
conform with local 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 appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
• The flexible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in
absence of local codes, the National Gas and Propane
Installation Code CSA B149.1 in Canada, or the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 in the United
States.
We suggest that our gas
hearth products be installed
and serviced by professionals
who are certied in the U.S.
by the National Fireplace
Institute
® (NFI) as NFI Gas
Specialists
www.ncertied.org
ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RAN OUT,
WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED.
NEVER OBSTRUCT THE FRONT OPENING OF THE APPLIANCE.
OBJECTS PLACED IN FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE KEPT A MINIMUM OF 48” FROM THE
FRONT FACE OF THE APPLIANCE.
FIRE RISK. EXPLOSION HAZARD.
HIGH PRESSURE WILL DAMAGE VALVE. DISCONNECT GAS SUPPLY PIPING BEFORE PRESSURE
TESTING GAS LINE AT TEST PRESSURES ABOVE 1/2 PSIG. CLOSE THE MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE
BEFORE PRESSURE TESTING GAS LINE AT TEST PRESSURES EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN 1/2 PSIG.
USE ONLY WOLF STEEL APPROVED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WITH
THIS APPLIANCE. USING NON-LISTED ACCESSORIES (BLOWERS, DOORS, LOUVRES, TRIMS, GAS
COMPONENTS, VENTING COMPONENTS, ETC.) COULD RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD AND WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY AND CERTIFICATION.
THE 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.
!
WARNING
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46 5/8”2
1/2”
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MODEL
NATURAL MODEL PROPANE
GSS42 W385-0376 / D
N'ENTREPOSEZ PAS ET
AUTRES LIQUIDES ET VAPEURS INFLAMMABLES À
OU TOUT AUTRE APPAREIL.
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SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FRAMING CLEARANCES. POUR LES DÉGAGEMENTS AUX MATÉRIAUX D’OSSATURE,VOIR LE MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS.
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CERTIFIED UNDER / HOMOLOGUÉ SELON LES NORMES: CGACR97-003 (July, 1997) CSA US Req. 4-96, 3rd Ed. OUTDOOR GAS FIREPLACE / FOYERAU GAZ EXTÉRIEUR
WOLF STEEL LTD.
24 Napoleon Rd. Barrie, Ontario L4M 4Y8 Canada
2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION
* When the appliance is installed at elevations above 2,000ft, 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.
It is highly recommended to protect the logs from moisture (rain, snow). Cover the enclosure opening when not
in use.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
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.
The appliance 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 appliance 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 appliance is installed directly on combustible material other than wood flooring, the appliance shall
be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth.
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION
AND QUALITY!
RATES AND EFFICIENCIES
NATURAL GAS PROPANE GAS
Altitude 0 - 2,000* 0 - 2,000*
Maximum Input 65,000 BTU/hr 65,000 BTU/hr
Minimum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure 4.5” Water Column 11” Water Column
Maximum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure 7” Water Column 13” Water Column
Manifold Pressure Under Flow Conditions 3.5” Water Column 10” Water Column
2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION
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For rating plate location, see “INSTALLATION OVERVIEW” section.
This illustration is for reference only. Refer to the rating plate on the appliance for accurate information.

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3.0 INSTALLATION
3.1 GAS INSTALLATION
30.1A
Installation and servicing to be done by a qualified installer.
A. Move the appliance into position and secure.
B. If equipped with a flex connector the appliance is designed to accept a 1/2” gas supply. Without the
connector it is designed to accept a 3/8” gas supply. The appliance is equipped with a manual shut off
valve to turn off the gas supply to the appliance.
C. Connect the gas supply in accordance to local codes. In the absence of local codes, install to the
current CAN/CSA-B149.1 Installation Code in Canada or to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1 / NFPA 54 in the United States.
D. When flexing any gas line, support the gas valve so that the lines are not bent or kinked.
E. The gas line flex-connector should be installed to provide sufficient movement for shifting the burner
assembly on it’s side to aid with servicing components.
F. Check for gas leaks by brushing on a soap and water solution. Do not use open flame.
!
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE, EXPLOSION OR ASPHYXIATION. ENSURE THERE ARE NO IGNITION SOURCES SUCH AS
SPARKS OR OPEN FLAMES.
SUPPORT GAS CONTROL WHEN ATTACHING GAS SUPPLY PIPE TO PREVENT DAMAGING GAS LINE.
ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT
WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED. PURGING OF THE GAS SUPPLY LINE SHOULD BE
PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. ASSURE THAT A CONTINUOUS GAS FLOW IS AT
THE BURNER BEFORE CLOSING THE DOOR. ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILATION. FOR GAS AND
ELECTRICAL LOCATIONS, SEE “DIMENSION” SECTION.
ALL GAS CONNECTIONS MUST BE CONTAINED WITHIN THE APPLIANCE WHEN COMPLETE.
HIGH PRESSURE WILL DAMAGE VALVE. DISCONNECT GAS SUPPLY PIPING BEFORE TESTING GAS
LINE AT TEST PRESSURES ABOVE 1/2 PSIG.
VALVE SETTINGS HAVE BEEN FACTORY SET, DO NOT CHANGE.

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For ease of accessibility, an optional remote wall switch or millivolt thermostat may be installed in a convenient
location. Route a 2 strand, solid core millivolt wire from the valve to the wall switch or millivolt thermostat. The
recommended maximum lead length depends on wire size:
WIRE SIZE MAX. LENGTH
14 gauge 100 feet
16 gauge 60 feet
18 gauge 40 feet
Disconnect the existing wires from terminals 1 and 3 (from the
ON/OFF switch) and replace with the leads from the wall switch / millivolt thermostat.
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WARNING
DO NOT CONNECT EITHER THE WALL SWITCH, THERMOSTAT OR GAS VALVE DIRECTLY TO 110
VOLT ELECTRICITY.
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3.2 GAS INLET LOCATIONS
3.3 OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION
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There are five gas inlet locations on the ventless firebox enclosure. One on each side of the appliance, two
at the rear, and one on the bottom. Using the following illustrations identify the preferred inlet and remove
corresponding knock out.

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This appliance is intended for installation on an outdoor patio or in your yard. It must never be installed inside
the warm air envelope of your structure.
It is highly recommended that this appliance be installed in a “sheltered” area. Direct wind will cause an erratic
flame and possible pilot or main burner outage.
An erratic flame could also lead to excessive carboning (black soot), this condition is not a safety issue but is
visually undesirable.
Typical installation may include covered patio, screened porch, gazebo or on an outside wall of a house.
* If installing a propane appliance the propane cylinder must always be on the exterior of such a
structure.
NOTE: Ensure the area has adequate ventilation.
3.4 COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR
4.0 FRAMING
!
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE!
IN ORDER TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPOSED INSULATION OR VAPOUR BARRIER COMING
IN CONTACT WITH THE APPLIANCE BODY, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE WALLS OF THE
APPLIANCE 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.
DO NOT NOTCH THE FRAMING AROUND THE APPLIANCE STAND-OFFS. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN
AIR SPACE CLEARANCE MAY CAUSE OVER HEATING AND FIRE. PREVENT CONTACT WITH
SAGGING OR LOOSE INSULATION OR FRAMING AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. BLOCK
OPENING INTO THE CHASE TO PREVENT ENTRY OF BLOWN-IN INSULATION. MAKE SURE
INSULATION AND OTHER MATERIALS ARE SECURED.
WHEN CONSTRUCTING THE ENCLOSURE ALLOW FOR FINISHING MATERIAL THICKNESS TO
MAINTAIN CLEARANCES. FRAMING OR FINISHING MATERIAL CLOSER THAN THE MINIMUMS
LISTED MUST BE CONSTRUCTED ENTIRELY OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. MATERIALS
CONSISTING ENTIRELY OF STEEL, IRON, BRICK, TILE, CONCRETE, SLATE, GLASS OR PLASTERS,
OR ANY COMBINATION THEREOF ARE SUITABLE. MATERIALS THAT ARE REPORTED AS PASSING
ASTM E 136, STANDARD TEST METHOD FOR BEHAVIOUR OF MATERIALS IN A VERTICAL TUBE
FURNACE AT 750°C AND UL763 SHALL BE CONSIDERED NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES MUST BE MAINTAINED OR A SERIOUS FIRE HAZARD
COULD RESULT.
THE APPLIANCE REQUIRES A MINIMUM ENCLOSURE HEIGHT. MEASURE FROM THE APPLIANCE
BASE.
IF STEEL STUD FRAMING KITS WITH CEMENT BOARD ARE PROVIDED, THEY MUST BE
INSTALLED.
71.1
4.1 CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES

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It is best to frame your appliance after it is positioned. Use 2x4’s and frame to local building codes.
Minimum Clearance to Combustibles construction from appliance and vent surfaces:
Framing 0” to stand-offs (rear and sides only)
Use a steel header for the top and two steel studs on the sides.
Finishing 1” to back and sides
Non-combustible finishing 18” to top
4” to sides of appliance opening
Non-combustible finishing material (ie. cement board, brick, stone, tile) may
be used to finish the front of the appliance.
Recessed depth 22 1/4“
Enclosure top 58 1/2” from bottom of appliance
Clearance to ceiling 84” from bottom of appliance.
It is recommended that the walls of the appliance enclosure be finished. This would ensure that clearance to
combustibles is maintained within the cavity.
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4.2 MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES
USE ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL SUCH AS CEMENT BOARD, CERAMIC TILE, MARBLE,
ETC. WHEN FINISHING TO THE APPLIANCE. DO NOT USE WOOD OR DRYWALL.
!
WARNING
*From top of unit.
** An outdoor sealant must be used along the
edge of the fireplace and the non-combustible
material to keep water from entering the chase.
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This appliance requires a minimum enclosure height of 58 1/2”
For temperature requirements, the enclosure space around and above the fireplace must be left unobstructed.