Quadra-Fire Gas Firebrick qvi30fb User manual

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Model:
QVI-30FB
IntheCommonwealthof Massachusetts:
• installation must be performed by a licensed
plumberor gasfitter;
See Table of Contents for location of additional
CommonwealthofMassachusettsrequirements.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinityofthis
oranyotherappliance.
- What to do if you smell gas
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Donot useany phonein yourbuilding.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
thefiredepartment.
- Installationandservicemustbeperformedbya
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLA-
TION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION,
SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN
CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAM-
AGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR
ASSISTANCE ORADDITIONALINFOR-
MATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED IN-
STALLER, SERVICEAGENCY, OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THISAPPLIANCE. THIS INSTALLERS
GUIDE MUST BE LEFT WITH APPLIANCE FOR
FUTUREREFERENCE.
1.This appliance may be installed in an af-
termarket,permanentlylocated,manufac-
tured(mobile)home,wherenotprohibited
bylocalcodes.
2. Thisapplianceisonlyfor usewiththetype
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
othergases,unlessacertifiedkitisused.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION
IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT
FOLLOWED EXACTLY,A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUS-
ING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER-
SONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Please contact yourQuadra-Fire dealer with
any questions or concerns. For the location
of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer, please
visit www.quadrafire.com.
Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2007
Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies
1445 North Highway, Colville, WA 99114
Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
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These units MUST use one of the vent systems
described in the Installing the Fireplace section of
the Installers Guide. NO OTHER vent systems or
components MAY BE USED.
This gas fireplace and vent assembly MUST be
vented directly to the outside and MUST NEVER be
attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel
burning appliance. Each gas appliance MUST USE
a separate vent system. Common vent systems are
PROHIBITED.
INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis to
make sure that no debris is interfering with the air
flow.
The glass door assembly MUST be in place and
sealed, and the trim door assembly MUST be in
place on the fireplace before the unit can be placed
into safe operation.
DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass
door removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of
the glass door should be performed by a licensed
or qualified service person. DO NOT strike or slam
the glass door.
The glass door assembly SHALL ONLY be
replaced as a complete unit, as supplied by the gas
fireplace manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE material
may be used.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door
assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass
door when it is hot.
Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It is
recommended that a qualified service technician
perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of
each heating season.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing
must be replaced before operating this appliance.
DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible
household objects within 36 inches of the fireplace
front.
READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully
before starting the installation. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW these installation instructions may result
in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Prior to the first firing of the fireplace, READ the
Using Your Fireplace section of the Owners Guide.
DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been
under water. Immediately CALL a qualified service
technician to inspect the unit and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.
Installation and repair should be PERFORMED by a
qualified service person. The appliance and venting
system should be INSPECTED before initial use
and at least annually by a professional service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required
due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. It is IMPERATIVE that the unit’s
control compartment, burners, and circulating air
passageways BE KEPT CLEAN to provide for
adequate combustion and ventilation air.
Always KEEP the appliance clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
NEVER OBSTRUCT the flow of combustion and
ventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance
CLEAR of all obstacles and materials for servicing
and proper operations.
Due to the high temperature, the appliance should
be LOCATED out of traffic areas and away from
furniture and draperies. Clothing or flammable
material SHOULD NOT BE PLACED on or near the
appliance.
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 shouldbe CAREFULLYSUPERVISED
when they are in the same room as the appliance.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety and Warning Information ................................................ 2
Service Parts Lists ..................................................................... 4
Section 1: Approvals and Codes............................................... 7
ApplianceCertification................................................................... 7
Installation Codes.......................................................................... 7
HighAltitudeInstallations............................................................... 7
Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ............ 8
Section 2: Getting Started ......................................................... 9
Introducing the Quadra-Fire GasAppliances ................................ 9
Pre-installationPreparation........................................................... 9
VentingandInstallation.................................................................. 9
Section 3: Installing the Insert ................................................ 12
Step 1 Installing the Vent System............................................ 12
Step 2 Positioning, Leveling, and Securing the Insert............. 16
Step 3 The Gas Control Systems........................................... 16
Step 4 The Gas Supply Line ................................................... 16
Step 5 Gas Pressure Requirements ...................................... 17
Step 6 Wiring theAppliance .................................................... 17
Step 7 Installing Logs and Ember Material.............................. 19
Shutter Settings........................................................... 19
Positioning the Logs .................................................... 19
Placing the Ember Material.......................................... 19
Step 8 Installing Trim Surround............................................... 19
Step 9 Before LightingtheAppliance ...................................... 20
Step10 LightingtheAppliance .................................................. 21
AftertheInstallation..................................................................... 21
Section 4: Maintaining and Servicing Your Appliance ........ 22
Section 5: Troubleshooting .................................................... 23
Limited Lifetime Warranty ........................................................... 25
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Partnumber liston followingpage.
Log Set Assembly
Service Parts Diagram
Service Parts QVI-30FB

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Service Parts List QVI-30FB
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ITEM DESCRIPTION SERIAL # PART NUMBER
Log Set Assembly LOGS-QVI30FB Y
1 Log 1 SRV2020-140
2 Log 2 SRV2020-141
3 Log 3 SRV2020-142
4 Log 4 SRV340-704
5 Log 5 SRV340-706
6 Log 6 SRV340-705
7 Log 7 SRV740-707
8 Slide Plate Assembly 783-108A
Slide Plate Handle 2019-201
Pre 002952745 783-147A
Post002952745 2020-046
10 Burner NG, LP 2020-024 Y
11 Andirion 434-0450
12 Grate Assembly 2020-025
13 Glass Door Assembly GLA-FBINB Y
14 Rheostat Knob 100-512 Y
15 Valve Cover Plate 783-120
16 Piezo Ignitor 291-513 Y
17 RheostatAssembly 100-510A Y
18 Junction Box 040-250A Y
19 Blower Assembly GFK-160A
20 Cover Plate 778-185
Temp sensor 107-531 Y
Wiring Assembly 2020-059 Y
VentPipe Assembly 768-380A
Glass Latch Assembly 386-122A Y
Mineral Wool 050-721
Vermiculite Embers MYSTIC-EMBERS
GasketAssembly
Contains pilot Gasket, pilot bracket and air passage gaskets
Thermocouple 446-511 Y
Thermopile 060-512 Y
Pilot tube SRV485-301 Y
Patch Kit SRV-PACK
Conversion Kit NG NGK-QVI30FB Y
Conversion Kit LP LPK-QVI30FB Y
PilotOrifice NG 446-505 Y
IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. The most currentinformation is located on your
dealers'VIP site.When ordering,supplyserial and model numbers to ensure correct service
parts.
AVAILABLE
TO SHIP IN
24 HOURS
783-430A
9 Baffle Assembly
PilotOrifice LP 446-517 Y
Regulator NG 060-518 Y
Regulator LP 060-519 Y
Additional service partnumbers appear on following page.

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Valve Assembly Parts Diagram
Service Parts QVI-30FB
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ITEM DESCRIPTION SERIAL # PART NUMBER
1Flex Ball Valve Assembly 302-320A Y
Valve NG 060-522 Y
Valve LP 060-523 Y
3 Pilot control Knob 571-530
4Flame Control Knob 571-531
5 Valve Bracket 773-145
Pilot Assembly NG 485-510A Y
Pilot Assembly LP 485-511A Y
Orifice NG (#31A) 506-800 Y
Orifice LP (#49A) 065-801 Y
8 Bracket, Orifice 778-169
9 Bracket, Pilot 783-170
10 Flexible Gas Connector 477-301A Y
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IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. The most current information is located
on your dealers' VIP site. When ordering, supply serial and model numbers to ensure
correct service parts.
AVAILABLE
TO SHIP IN
24 HOURS
2
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Standing PilotValveAssembly

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Appliance Certification
TheQuadra-FireappliancediscussedinthisInstallersGuide
hasbeen testedto certificationstandards andlisted bythe
applicablelaboratories.
Certification
MODEL: QVI-30FB
LABORATORY: UnderwritersLaboratories
TYPE: Vented GasFireplace Heaters
STANDARD:
ANSI Z21.88-2002•CSA2.33-2002•UL307B
Installation Codes
The appliance installation must conform to local codes.
Before installing the appliance, consult the local building
code agency to ensure that you are in compliance with all
applicable codes, including permits and inspections.
Intheabsence oflocalcodes, thefireplace installationmust
conformto theNationalFuelGas CodeANSIZ223.1(inthe
United States) or the CAN/CGA-B149 Installation Codes
(in Canada). The appliance must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes with the National Electric CodeANSI/NFPA No. 70
(intheUnitedStates),ortothe CSAC22.1CanadianElectric
Code(inCanada).
Thesemodels maybe installedina bedroomor bed-sitting
room in the U.S.A. and Canada.
1Approvals and
Codes
HighAltitude Installations
U.L. Listed gas appliances are tested and approved with-
outrequiring changesfor elevationsfrom 0to 2,000feet in
the U. S.A. and in Canada.
Wheninstalling thisappliance atan elevationabove 2,000
feet, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
changingthe existingburner orificeto asmaller size.Input
rate should be reduced by 4% for each 1000 feet above a
2000 foot elevation in the U.S.A. or 10% for elevations
between2000and 4500feetinCanada. Ifthe heatingvalue
of the gas has been reduced, these rules do not apply. To
identify the proper orifice size, check with the local gas
utility.
Ifinstalling this applianceat anelevation above4,500 feet
(in Canada), check with local authorities.

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NOTE: The following requirements reference various
Massachusetts and national codes not contained in
this document.
Forall sidewall horizontallyventedgas fueledequipment
installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes, including those
ownedor operatedby theCommonwealth andwhere the
side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7)
feetabovefinished gradeinthearea ofthe venting,includ-
ing but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirementsshall besatisfied:
Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vent-
edgas fueledequipment, theinstalling plumberor gasfit-
ter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide de-
tector with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on
thefloor level wherethe gasequipment isto beinstalled.
Inaddition,the installingplumberor gasfittershall observe
that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide
detectorwith analarmis installedon eachadditionallevel
of the dwelling, building or structure served by the side
wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be
theresponsibility ofthe propertyowner tosecure theser-
vices of qualified licensed professionals for the installa-
tionof hardwired carbonmonoxide detectors.
In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fu-
eled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic,
the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and
battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent
floorlevel.
In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can
not be met at the time of completion of installation, the
owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply
withthe aboverequirements;provided,however, thatdur-
ing said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Eachcarbonmonoxidedetector asrequired inaccordance
withtheabove provisionsshallcomply withNFPA720and
beANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.
Signage
Ametal or plasticidentification plateshall bepermanent-
ly mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum
heightof eight(8) feetabovegrade directlyinline withthe
exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fu-
eledheating applianceor equipment.Thesign shallread,
in print sizeno less thanone-half (1/2)inch in size, “GAS
VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OB-
STRUCTIONS”.
Inspection
The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally
ventedgas fueledequipmentshall notapprovethe installa-
tionunless,upon inspection,theinspectorobserves carbon
monoxidedetectorsandsignageinstalledinaccordancewith
theprovisionsof 248CMR 5.08(2)(a)1through 4.
Exemptions
Thefollowingequipmentisexemptfrom248CMR5.08(2)(a)1
through4:
• Theequipment listedin Chapter10entitled “Equipment
Not RequiredTo Be Vented” in the most current edition
of NFPA54 as adopted by the Board; and
• ProductApproved side wall horizontally vented gas fu-
eledequipment installedina roomorstructure separate
fromthe dwelling,building orstructure usedin wholeor
inpart forresidential purposes.
MANUFACTURERREQUIREMENTS
Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
Whenthe manufacturerof ProductApproved sidewall hor-
izontallyvented gasequipmentprovides aventing system
designor ventingsystem componentswith theequipment,
the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installa-
tionof theequipment andtheventing systemshall include:
• Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting
system design or the venting system components; and
• A complete parts list for the venting system design or
ventingsystem.
Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall
horizontallyvented gasfueled equipmentdoesnot provide
the parts for venting the flue gases, but identifies “special
venting systems”, the following requirements shall be sat-
isfiedby themanufacturer:
• Thereferenced“specialventingsystem”instructionsshall
beincluded withthe applianceorequipment installation
instructions;and
• The“specialventingsystems”shall beProductApproved
by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall
includea partslist anddetailed installationinstructions.
A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Ap-
provedside wallhorizontallyvented gasfueled equipment,
all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting instruc-
tions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain
with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the
installation.
See Gas Connection section for additional Common-
wealth of Massachusetts requirements.
Requirements for the Commonwealth of
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2Getting Started
Introducing the Quadra-Fire GasAppliances
Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to
operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of
thebuilding and allexhaust gasesexpelled tothe outside.
The information contained in this Installers Guide, unless
noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control
systems.Gasappliancediagrams,includingthedimensions,
are shown in this section.
Pre-install Preparation
This gas insert fireplace and its components are tested
and safe when installed in accordance with this Installers
Guide.Reporttoyourdealeranypartsdamagedinshipment,
particularly the condition of the glass. Do not install any
unit with damaged, incomplete, or substitute parts.
Theventsystemcomponentsandtrimsurroundsareshipped
in separate packages. The gas logs are packaged
separately and must be field installed.
Read all of the instructions before starting the instal-
lation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
Failure to follow these instructions will void the own-
er’s warranty and may present a fire hazard.
The Hearth & HomeTechnologies Warranty will be voided
by, and Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibilityfor, thefollowing actions:
• Installationofdamagedfireplaceorventsystemcomponent.
• Modification of the fireplace or direct vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not manu-
factured and approved by Hearth & HomeTechnologies,
notwithstandinganyindependenttestinglaboratoryorother
partyapproval ofsuch componentpartoraccessory.
ANYSUCHACTIONMAYPOSSIBLYCAUSEAFIREHAZARD.
VENTINGAND INSTALLATION
1. VillageCollectiongasinsertsaredesignedforrecessedin-
stallations into solid fuel masonry or factory built non-com-
bustible fireplaces that have been installed in accordance
withtheNational,Provincial,Stateandlocalbuildingcodes.
2. Minimum fireplace opening requirements are shown in
Figure1 ofthis installationmanual. Thefirebrick(refrac-
tory)can be removedfrom afactory builtfireplace inor-
derto gain minimumgas insertopening requirements.
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WARNING: A HEARTH OR HEARTH EXTEN-
SION (IF PRESENT) MUST COMPLY WITH EI-
THER OF THE FOLLOWING: 1) THE SOLID-
FUEL BURNING FIREPLACE MANUFACTURER’S
SPECIFICATION, OR 2) LOCAL BUILDING CODES
REQUIRED BYAUTHORITYHAVING JURISDICTION.
WARNING: THE SOLID FUEL FIREPLACE HAS
BEEN CONVERTED FOR USE WITH GAS
ONLY AND CANNOT BE USED FOR BURNING
WOOD OR SOLID FUELS UNLESS ALL ORIGINAL
PARTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND THE FIRE-
PLACE HAS BEEN REAPPROVED BY THE AUTHOR-
ITY HAVING JURISDICTION.
4. The solid fuel fireplace’s flue damper must be fully locked
in the open position or removed for installation.
5. The chimney must be cleaned and in good working or-
der and constructed of noncombustible materials.
6. Make sure that all chimney cleanouts fit properly so air
cannot leak into the chimney.
7. To assure top performance, safety and efficiency, inserts
must be installed with an approved flue liner as per CAN/
CGA B-149 or National Fuel Code ANSI Z223 and these
instructions.
8. Install the insert without the trim surround and make all
gas, venting, and electrical connections.
9. Install decorative trim surround. The surround is tested
AND approved with this gas insert AND may cover exist-
ing air circulation vents or grills on the solid fuel fireplace
into which it is installed. Should the surround not cover
all ventilation grill surfaces, the grill should be left open.
NOTE: DECORATIVE TRIM SURROUND HAS BEEN
TESTED AND APPROVED TO COVER EXISTING AIR
CIRCULATION VENTS OR GRILLS.
Only trim kit(s) supplied by the manufacturer shall
be used in the installation of this appliance.
WARNING: Only the surround, as supplied,
may be used to cover integral grills on the
solid fuel burning fireplace. No other components
such as shrouds, sheet metal plates, etc. may be
used to seal off vents. Remote grills or openings
outside of the surround MUST NOT be covered or
sealed.
If the factory built fireplace has no gas ac-
cess holes provided, an access hole of 1” di-
ameter (25mm) or less may be drilled through the
lower sides or bottom of the combustion cham-
ber in a proper workmanship like manner.
3. The metal floor of the solid fuel firebox may be removed
to facilitate the installation of the insert. CLEARANCE
TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL UNDER THE INSERT
IS 1/4”. YOU MUST USE THE LEVELING LEGS TO
RAISE THE INSERT A MINIMUM OF 1/4” IF THE IN-
SERT IS TO SIT ON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. The
side walls and top structure of the firebox may not be
alteredwith theexceptionof removable bafflesand damp-
ers. The original fireplace may never be returned to solid
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QVI-30FB MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE
Location Inches Millimeters
A Front Width 30-1/4 768
B Rear Width 19 483
C Depth 14-1/8 359
* Height 22-1/2 572
* NOTE: If exhaust collar on insert and fireplace damper do not line up, add 4
inches (102mm) to minimum fireplace height for bends in vent pipe.
Figure 1. Diagram of insert and minimum fireplace dimensions
B
2”
(50.8mm)
A
C
TOP VIEW
GAS ACCESS
SURROUND
DOOR
GAS CONTROL
VALVE
RATING PLATE
ELECTRICAL JUNCTION
BOX ACCESS
INLET AIR STARTING COLLAR
EXHAUST STARTING
COLLAR
ON/OFF
SWITCH
GLASS
ASSEMBLY

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QVI-30FB MODEL DIMENSIONS
Location Inches Millimeters
A 18 457
B6-1/2 165
C 29-3/8 746.1
D 26-1/16 661
E 20-5/8 524
F 14-5/8 371
G 22-1/8 562
H 21-1/4 540
Dimensions in brackets
are millimeters.
Figure 2. Diagram and model dimensions
D
F
EH
1-9/16
40[] 6-5/8
169[]
ø (2)2-13/16
71[]
G
3-9/16
91[]
1-1/16
28[]
ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
(IF EQUIPPED)
GAS INLET
C
13-3/4
350[]
A
5-9/16
142[]
2-1/2
64[]
B
2-1/16
52[]
3-1/8
80[]
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3Installing the Insert
Step 1. Installing the Vent System
Vent System Installation Precautions
Before starting installation of vent kits, the installer should
read these instructions and the Vent Kit Instructions to
ensurethat a propervent installationis completed.
Consult your local building codes before beginning the
installation.
WARNING: THIS GAS INSERT AND VENT AS-
SEMBLYMUST BEVENTEDDIRECTLYTOTHE
OUTSIDE AND MUST NEVER BEATTACHED TOA
CHIMNEY SERVING A SEPARATE SOLID FUEL
BURNING APPLIANCE. EACH GAS APPLIANCE
MUSTUSEASEPARATEVENTSYSTEM. COMMON
VENT SYSTEMS ARE PROHIBITED.
FireplaceQVI30-FB is approvedwith venttermination kits
LINK-DV-30,LINK-DV-30B,LINK-DV4-30andLINK-DV4-30B
asshown inFigures 4& 5.Approvedvent systemtermina-
tions are labeled for identification. 3-inch diameter listed
flexible aluminum and stainless steel gas vent is used for
boththeincoming combustionair andexhaust ventpipes.
NOOTHERVENTINGSYSTEMSORCOMPONENTSMAY
BE USED. Detailed installation instructions are included
with each vent termination kit and should be used in con-
junction with this manual.
Horizontal Venting
The vent system on this model CANNOT be terminated
horizontally.
Vertical Venting
The vent pipes MUST be connected to the proper collars
onthe unitAND theexhaustvent pipeMUST be connected
tothe terminationcap ortheunit willnotoperate. Thecom-
bustionair vent pipeCAN beconnected tothe termination
cap (LINK -DV30, LINK -DV30B) orit can terminate inside
the chimney (LINK-DV4-30, LINK-DV4-30B). The bottom
opening of the chimney must be sealed around the vent
pipes if the combustion air vent is NOT connected to the
termination cap. See Figures 4 and 5.
NOTE: Theminimum verticalrise (exhaustvent) is14 feet
andthemaximumvertical riseis50 feet.Thesedimensions
aremeasured fromthestarting collarsofthe unittothe end
ofthelast sectionofventpipe. SeedimensionVin Figure4.
Vent SystemApprovals
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A vertical vent termination system installed on this model
willrequire one(1) lengthof 3”stainless steelliner, one(1)
length of 3-inch flexible vent pipe for the combustion air,
one(1) lengthof3-inch flexibleventpipe fortheexhaust air
andone (1)Termination Cap.
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NOTE:Thedamper oftheexistingchimney mayneedtobe
removedto allowinstallation ofthe flexible-ventpipe.
WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
CONVERTED FOR USE WITH A GAS
FIREPLACEINSERTONLYANDCANNOT BE USED
FOR BURNING WOOD OR SOLID FUELS UNLESS
ALL ORIGINAL PARTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED,
AND THE FIREPLACE REAPPROVED BY THE
AUTHORITYHAVING JURISDICTION.
NOTE: Theabovelabel, locatedintheinstruction package,
mustbe affixedto theexistingfireplace priorto installation.
Forzeroclearance factorybuiltwoodburning fireplaces,the
use of kit LINK-ZC-ADPB in place of the standard square
flashing will allow you to mount the adaptor and cap on
class-A metal pipe.
Connecting the Vent Pipe
Installthe3”flexible ventpipe(s) downthroughthechimney.
Secure the end of the flexible vent pipe for exhaust to the
provided3’section ofstainlesssteel flexiblevent pipe.A3”
collar is factory installed on one end for mating the two
endsof flexiblepipe.
WARNING: THE 3’ SECTION OF STAINLESS
STEELFLEXIBLEPIPEMUSTBEATTACHEDDI-
RECTLYTOTHE EXHAUSTCOLLAROFTHE UNIT.
Attach either 4’ or 30’ section of intake liner to the intake
collaronthecollarslide-plate using3screws. Thisassembly
mayberemoved fromtheunitto aidinstallation.Slideinsert
into position, while pulling intake collar assembly towards
the front of the unit. Slide the gas insert into place, and
position any excess flexible vent pipe back up into the
chimney.This assembly will be secured in place when the
pull handle can be secured into position.
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Attach the flashing and termination cap
tothe topof theflexiblevent pipeand set
the cap in place. See Figures 4 and 5.
CAUTION: TO AVOID DOWNDRAFTS
AND/OR COLD AIR PROBLEMS, IT IS
RECOMMENDED TO SEAL OFF THE
AREA BETWEEN THE TERMINATION
CAP AND THE TOP OF THE SOLID-
FUEL CHIMNEY OPENING INTO
WHICH THE VENT CAP HAS BEEN IN-
STALLED.
WHENUSING THE LINK-DV4-30VENT
SYSTEM, IT IS REQUIRED TO SEAL
AROUND THE FLEXIBLE VENT PIPES
INTHEDAMPERAREA.SEEFIGURE 4.
USE FIBERGLASS INSULATION OR
OTHER SUITABLE NON-COMBUSTI-
BLE MATERIAL.
WARNING: MAJOR U.S.
BUILDING CODES SPECIFY
MINIMUM CHIMNEY AND/OR
VENT HEIGHT ABOVE THE ROOF
TOP. THESE MINIMUM HEIGHTS
ARENECESSARYINTHEINTEREST
OFSAFETY. SEE THEFOLLOWING
DIAGRAMFORMINIMUM HEIGHTS,
PROVIDEDTHE TERMINATIONCAP
ISAT LEAST 2-FEET FROMA VER-
TICAL WALL AND 2-FEET BELOW
AHORIZONTALOVERHANG.
NOTE: Thisalso pertainsto verticalvent
systems installed on the outside of the
building.
RoofPitch H (min.) ft.
flat to 6/12 1.0
6/12 to 7/12 1.25
over7/12 to8/12 1.5
over8/12 to9/12 2.0
over9/12 to10/12 2.5
over10/12 to11/12 3.25
over11/12 to12/12 4.0
over12/12 to14/12 5.0
over14/12 to16/12 6.0
over16/12 to18/12 7.0
over18/12 to20/12 7.5
over20/12 to21/12 8.0
Figure 3. Minimum Height from Roof to Lowest
Discharge Opening
HORIZONTAL OVERHANG
VERTICAL WALL
TERMINATION CAP
12 X
ROOF PITCH IS X/ 12
LOWEST
DISCHARGE
OPENING
H (MIN.) - MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF
TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING
2 FT.
MIN. 2 FT. MIN.

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Figure 4.
This option shows both exhaust and inlet
air vent pipes attached to the adaptor.
WARNING: THE EXHAUST VENT PIPE MUST
ONLY BE CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST
STARTING COLLAR OF THE UNIT AND THE
CENTERCOLLAROFTHE TERMINATION CAP.
A 3 FOOT SECTION OF STAINLESS STEEL
FLEXIBLE LINER MUST BE ATTACHED
DIRECTLY TO THE EXHAUST COLLAR ON
COLLARSLIDE PLATE.
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THE INLET AIR PIPE MUST ONLY BE
CONNECTED TO THE INLET AIR COLLAR OF
THE UNIT AND EITHER ATTACHED TO THE
INLETAIRCOLLAROFTHETERMINATIONCAP
ORTERMINATEDIN THE CHIMNEY.
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TERMINATION
CAP
EXHAUST
VENT PIPE
V
= 14 FT. MINIMUM
50FT. MAXIMUM
3 INCH COLLAR
(Factory installed to
stainless steel section)
WARNING: DO NOT
BLOCK PIPE END WITH
INSULATION OR ANY OTHER
SEALING MATERIAL
STAINLESS STEEL
PIPE - 3 FT. MIN.
REQUIRED (INCLUDED)
SEAL DAMPER
AREA
COLLAR ATTACHMENT
BRACKET
EXHAUST COLLAR
INLET AIR COLLAR
INLET AIR
VENT PIPE
FLASHING

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Figure 5. Typical configuration of vent liners.
Note: Inspect for exhaust
collar gasket to insure
positive exhaust seal.
STAINLESS STEEL
ADAPTER FOR EXHAUST
(MUST BE INSTALLED)
INLET AIR VENT PIPE
3 INCH
COLLAR
OPTIONAL
LINK-ZC-ADPB
(For Flashing Class-A Pipe)
TERMINATION
CAP
(SQUARE FLASHING
REMOVED)
EXHAUST VENT PIPE SUPPLIED
WITH TERMINATION KIT
INLET AIR VENT COLLAR
(LINK-DV30 SHOWN)
ALTERNATIVE INSTALLATION
FOR VENTING THROUGH
WOOD-BURNING
CLASS A PIPE
CLASS A
WOOD PIPE
LOCKING
TABS
LOCKING
HANDLE
SLIDING
PLATE

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Step 2. Positioning, Leveling, and
Securing the Insert
• Place the insert into position.
• Levelthe insert fromside toside andfrom frontto back.
Use the leveling legs if necessary to set each corner of
thebase. The levellinglegs aremountedbehind thefan
cover plate. For location of fan cover plate, see Figure
11 on page 17.
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Step 3. The Gas Control System
WARNING: THISUNIT ISNOT FORUSE WITH
SOLID FUEL.
Thesemodels usea standingpilot ignitiontype ofgas con-
trol system.
Standing Pilot Ignition System
This system includes millivolt control valve, standing pilot,
thermopile/thermocoupleflame sensor, andpiezo ignitor.
WARNING: 110-120 VAC MUST NEVER BE
CONNECTED TO A CONTROL VALVE IN A
MILLIVOLT SYSTEM.
STANDINGPILOT
Figure 6. Gas Controls System
Step 4. The Gas Supply Line
NOTE: Have the gas supply line installed in accordance
with local building codes by a qualified installer
approved and/or licensed as required by the locality.
(In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation
must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas
fitter).
NOTE: Before the first firing of the fireplace, the gas
supply line should be purged of any trapped air.
NOTE: Consult local building codes to properly size
the gas supply line leading to the 1/2 inch (13 mm)
hook-up at the unit.
This gas fireplace is designed to accept a 1/2 inch
(13 mm) gas supply line. To install the gas supply line:
• Alisted(andCommonweatlhofMassachusettsapproved)
1/2inch (13mm)tee-handlemanual shut-offvalveand a
listed flexible gas connector are connected to the 1/2
inch (13mm) inlet of the control valve. NOTE: If substi-
tutingfor thesecomponents, pleaseconsultlocal codes
forcompliance.
• Locate the gas line access hole in the outer casing of
thefireplace.
• Insert the gas supply line through the gas line hole and
connectit tothe shut-offvalve.
• Whenattaching thepipe, supportthe controlso thatthe
lines are not bent or torn.
• After the gas line installation is complete, all connec-
tions must be tightened and checked for leaks with a
commercially-available,non-corrosive leakcheck solu-
tion.Be sureto rinseoffall leakcheck solutionfollowing
testing.
WARNING: DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO
CHECKFOR GAS LEAKS.
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Figure 7. Gas Supply Line
Remote Control
The receiver for the remotes must be installed BETWEEN
thebase panofthe insertand thefireboxof thewood-burn-
ingfireplace (seephotobelow).
EXISTINGBOTTOM
OFFIREPLACE
REMOTE
RECEIVER
UNIT
EXISTINGSIDE
REFRACTORY
GAS
SHUT-OFF FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONTROLS

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Step 5. Gas Pressure Requirements
Pressurerequirements forthese gasappliancesare shown
in the table below.
Pressure Natural Gas Propane
Minimum 5.0 inches 11.0 inches
InletPressure w.c. w.c.
Maximum Inlet 14.0 inches 14.0 inches
GasPressure w.c. w.c.
Manifold 3.5 inches 10.0 inches
Pressure w.c. w.c.
Inletand outletpressuretaps areprovidedon thefrontface
of the gas control for a test gauge connection to measure
themanifold pressure.Useasmall flatbladescrewdriver to
crack open the screw in the center of the tap. Position a
rubberhose overthe tap toobtain thepressure reading.
THE FIREPLACE AND ITS INDIVIDUAL SHUT-OFF
VALVE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE GAS
SUPPLYPIPING SYSTEMAND ISOLATED DURINGANY
PRESSURE TESTING OF THE SYSTEM AT TEST
PRESSURESEQUAL TO ORINEXCESS OF ONE-HALF
(1/2) PSIG (3.5 KPA).
NOTE: Electrical wiring must be installed by a li-
censed electrician.
CAUTION: DISCONNECT REMOTE CONTROLS IF AB-
SENTFOREXTENDED TIME PERIODS. THIS WILLPRE-
VENTACCIDENTALAPPLIANCE OPERATION.
For Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring
Appliance Requirements
Wall Switch
Position the wall switch in the desired position on the wall.
An assembly of 18 ft of 20AWG is provided with the appli-
anceto connectthe wallswitchto theappliance. Insteadof
thesuppliedassembly, wirewitha lengthof 25ftorlessand
a gauge of 20 AWG through 14 AWG is acceptable. The
wireneedsajacketwithatemperatureratingof140oF(60oC)
orhigher.At theappliance connectthewire tothe ON/OFF
switch pigtails.
CAUTION: LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNEC-
TIONWHENSERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS
CANCAUSEIMPROPERANDDANGEROUSOPERATION.
VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.
Figure 8. Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram
THERMOCOUPLE
GAS
VALVE
OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH
THERMOSTAT OR REMOTE
ON
OFF
ROCKER
SWITCH
THERMOPILE
WHITE T2
RED T1
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WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT 110-120 VAC
TOTHEGAS CONTROLVALVEOR THE WALL
SWITCHORTHE APPLIANCEWILLMALFUNC-
TIONAND THE VALVE WILL BE DESTROYED.
Step 6. Wiring the Fireplace
• This appliance REQUIRES 110-120 VAC to operate. It is
equippedwith ablower.
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WARNING: MUST USE THE CORD SUPPLIED
WITH THE J-BOX.
Use of the electrical junction box provided is required if
using a blower or remote. Plug the cord into a convenient
outlet. An electrician may install an outlet box inside the
fireplace. Place the outlet in the lower, back corner of the
fireplace.Make sure fandoesn’t touchback wall.Optional
remotecontrols areavailableand shouldbeinstalled along
theside ofthe insert(seeStep2.Positioning, Levelingand
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Serving the blower
Onunits alreadyinstalled removal ofdecorative front,sur-
roundand gas insertis required.
• Detach flexible liner from the top of unit.
• Removethefourscrewsonthecoverplate(seeFigure11).
• Bend up the tabs on the base pan (see Figure 10).
Figure 9.
Junction box installation
Figure 10. Fan Wiring Diagram
Figure 11.
NOTE:IFANYOFTHEORIGINALWIRE ASSUP-
PLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE MUST BE RE-
PLACED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE
1050C RATED WIRE.
JUNCTION BOX
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR SWITCH
WHT
GRN
BLK
BLK
110-120 VAC
BLOWER
BLOWER RECEPTACLE
BLK
BLK
BLK
BLK
WHT
GROUND
WHT
BLK
BLK
BLK
REMOTE
RECEPTACLE
FAN COVER
PLATE
GROUND
WIRE
JUNCTION
BOX
SIDEWALL
FEED PLUG
THROUGH HOLE
INSERT STRAIN RELIEF
AROUND CORD IN THIS END
FROM OUTSIDE OF UNIT
SCREW
PROVIDED
To service or clean:
• Removethe groundwireof thefancanclip ontheside of
the base pan.
• Removethe blowerin betweenthe bendup tabs.
• Install and wire the blower per instruction shipped with
thefan.
• Reinstallthe blowerin reverseorder. Makesure thefan
does not make contact with the back wall.
FAN
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR SWITCH
SPEED CONTROL
(RHEOSTAT)
JUNCTION
BOX
GROUND WIRE
(ATTACH TO ANY
METAL SURFACE)
BEND UP
TABS
REMOTE
OUTLET
FAN
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Step 7. Installing Logs and Ember Material
Positioning the Logs
The logs have been packaged separately. Refer to the
installationinstructions thataccompanythismanual.Save
the log instructions with this manual.
If sooting occurs, the logs or glowing embers might need
to be repositioned slightly to avoid excessive flame
impingement.
Placing the Ember Material
Two separate bagsof embermaterialare shippedwiththis
gasappliance. Thebag labeledGlowing Ember(050-721)
is standard glowing ember material. To place the ember
material:
• Removethe glassdoorfrom theunit(seeFigure 12).
Figure 12. Glass Assembly
•Place a dime size piece of GLOWING EMBER mate-
rial near port holes in burner top, sides and front (see
Figure13).
• Space dime size ember pieces about a 1/2 inch apart.
Neverpressembersintoburnerports.Donotcoverburner
ports.Place dimesize piecesaround frontand sidesof
burnerpan.
• Savethe remainingember materialsforuse duringfire-
placeservicing.The embersprovidedaresufficient for2
to 4 applications.
• PlaceMYSTICEMBERSoverburnersurfaceandaround
base of the burner, do not cover any burner port holes.
Can be used on floor of firebox for a realistic ash-bed.
• Replace the glass door on the fireplace.
• Re-installand latchthe decorativefront.
Figure 13. Placement of the Ember Material
Combustible materials MUST
NEVER overlap onto the front
face.
1. Findthecoiledlow voltagewires
andON/OFFswitch attachedto
outerrightsideof theinsert(see
Figure14).
2. Disconnectthe ON/OFFswitch
fromthe lowvoltagewire leads,
and insert the ON/OFF switch
through the hole at the upper
right corner of the surround - it
will be retained in the hole.
Step 8. Installing Trim
Surrounds
Figure 14.
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Shutter Settings
Burner NG LP
QVI-30FB 3/8” Full Open
EMBER MATERIAL
(TOP SURFACE,
AND FRONT)
BURNER PAN
PULL AND
RELEASE
CLIPS TO OPEN
ON/OFF
SWITCH
SURROUND
WITH TRIM
FIREBOX
LOCATING
TABS
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Step 9. Before Lighting theAppliance
Before lighting the appliance, be sure to do the following:
Remove all paperwork from the fireplace.
Review safety warnings and cautions
• Read the Safety and Warning Information section at
the beginning of this InstallersGuide.
Double-check for gas leaks
• Before lighting the appliance, double-check the unit for
possible gas leaks.
Double-check vent terminations for obstructions.
• Before lighting the appliance, double-check the unit for
possibleobstructions thatcould beblockingthe ventter-
minations.
Double-check for faulty components
• Any component that is found to be faulty MUST BE re-
placedwith anapprovedcomponent.Tamperingwith the
appliancecomponentsisDANGEROUSandvoidsallwar-
ranties.
A small amount of air will be in the gas supply lines. When
first lighting the appliance, it will take a few minutes for the
lines to purge themselves of this air. Once the purging is
complete,the appliancewill lightand willoperate normally.
Subsequent lightings of the fireplace will not require this
purging of air from the gas supply lines, unless the gas
valve has been turned to the OFF position, in which
casethe airwould have tobe purged.
NOTE:Thefireplaceshould berun3to 4hourson theinitial
start-up.Turn it off and let it cool completely. Remove and
cleanthe glass.Replace theglass andrun thefireplace for
an additional 8 hours. This will help to cure the products
used in the paint and logs.
3. Attach the low voltage wires to the ON/OFF switch lo-
catedon the frontof surround.
4. Attachsurround assemblyby securingfourcorners with
screwsprovided(seeFigure 14.)Reposition thefireplace
ifnecessary.Refer tosurroundinstructionsprovided with
thedecorativesurround.
NOTE: PLACE THE THREE INSULATION PIECES INTO
THE CAVITIES AT THE BACK OF THE SURROUND BE-
FOREPOSITIONING THE INSERTINTOTHE FACTORY-
BUILT OR MASONRY FIREPLACE. THIS INSULATION
WILL HELP SEAL FOR COLD AIR LEAKS.
Figure 15
Figure 15 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding
maximum horizontal dimensions of mantels or other com-
bustibleprojections abovethe gasfireplace.
TOP OF
UNIT
12” MIN.
12” MAX.
MANTEL
During this break-in period it is recommended that some
windowsinthehousebeopenedforaircirculation.Thiswill
help avoid setting off smoke detectors, and help eliminate
any odors associated with the fireplace’s initial burning.