Quadra-Fire REMINGTON QFP40 User manual

1445 North HIghway
Colville, WA 99114
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION, VENTING, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
REMINGTON QFP40
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Part #250-4721 (842-3291) 06/2001
www.aladdinhearth.com
[email protected]
This appliance may be installed in an aftermar et permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home where not prohibited by local codes.
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 it is used.
Installation and service m st be performed by a q alified installer, service agency, or the gas s pplier.
WARNING!
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
NExtinquish any open flame.
NOpen windows.
NDo not try to light any appliance.
NDo not touch any electric switch.
NDo not use any telephone in your build-
ing.
Nmmediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone.
NFollow the gas supplier’s instructions.
Nf you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.

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Aladdin Hearth Products welcomes you to our tradition of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-
Fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and performance.
This commitment begins with our research of the market, including ‘ oice of the Customer’
contacts, ensuring we make products that will satisfy your needs. Our Research and
Development facility then employs the world’s most advanced technology to achieve the
optimum operation of our stoves, inserts and fireplaces. And yet we are old-fashioned when it
comes to craftsmanship. During manufacturing each unit is meticulously fabricated and gold
surfaces are hand-finished for lasting beauty and enjoyment. Our pledge to quality is
completed as each model undergoes a quality control inspection. Additionally, we feel it is
important to offer you several finishing options and accessories to compliment your home’s
décor, individualize the use of your appliance, and provide financial options in acquiring a
quality hearth appliance. Ask your Quadra-Fire Dealer for information on these options. From
design, to fabrication, to shipping: Our guarantee of quality is more than a word, it’s Quadra-
Fire tradition, and we proudly back this tradition with a Lifetime Warranty.
Prior to installation, we ask you to take a few moments to read this manual. It has been our
experience that your overall enjoyment of your new appliance will be greatly enhanced by
becoming familiar with its’ installation, operation and maintenance requirements. We wish you
and your family many years of enjoyment in the warmth and comfort of your hearth appliance.
Thank you for choosing Quadra-Fire.
With warm regards,
President .P. R&D
Controller Operations Mgr. .P. Marketing
Western Sales Mgr. Central Sales Mgr. Eastern Sales Mgr.
Manufacturing Engineer Sr. Purchasing Agent Technical Support Mgr.
Order Fulfillment Mgr. Quality Assurance Mgr Human Resources
WELCOME
CONGRATULATIONS!

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MODEL NAME Quadra Fire REMINGTON QFP40
SERIAL NUMBER
Located on front, lower ledge of control panel.
DATE PURCHASED
DEALERSHIP WHERE PURCHASED
DEALER PHONE
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
After completing your warranty card, attach your sales receipt and
warranty stub here for future reference.
NOTES
NOTES

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
SAFETY & CLEARANCES:
Ratings Plate................................................................................................. 6
Standards Listing & Clearances Label.......................................................... 7
Safety Notices ............................................................................................... 9
SPEC F CAT ONS:
Heating Specifications .................................................................................. 10
ZC Appliance Dimensions............................................................................. 10
Minimum Cabinet Dimensions ...................................................................... 11
NSTALLAT ON PREPARAT ON:
nstallation Terminology ................................................................................ 12
Preparation ................................................................................................... 13
Overview of nstallation to Operation ............................................................ 13
LP Conversion nstructions ........................................................................... 14
NSTALLAT ON:
Minimum Framing Dimensions ..................................................................... 16
Corner nstallations ....................................................................................... 17
Raised Fireplaces ......................................................................................... 18
Hearth Requirements .................................................................................... 20
Mantel Requirements .................................................................................... 21
Arched Fascia Dimensions ........................................................................... 22
Acid Wash Alert............................................................................................. 22
Rectangular Fascia Dimensions ................................................................... 23
Facing Requirements .................................................................................... 24
Facing Over 1" Thick..................................................................................... 25
VENT NG NSTRUCT ONS:
General Venting nstructions......................................................................... 26
Simpson Dura-Vent Parts List & Kits ............................................................ 27
Venting nstallation Options & Guidelines .................................................... 28
Vertical Termination Rule .............................................................................. 28
Termination Cap Requirements .................................................................... 28
Venting nstallation Examples:
Horizontal ........................................................................................... 29
Vertical ............................................................................................... 29
Class A Metal Chimney ...................................................................... 30
Masonry Chimney .............................................................................. 31
How to use Vent Graph................................................................................. 32
Horizontal Termination Requirements........................................................... 33
Horizontal nstallation nstructions ................................................................ 34
Vertical nstallation nstructions .................................................................... 38

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CONTENTS
COMPLET NG NSTALLAT ON:
Gas Line Requirements ................................................................................ 46
Electrical Connection ................................................................................... 47
Optional Thermostat Connection ................................................................. 47
Optional Brick nstallation............................................................................. 48
Logset and Nugget nstallation .................................................................... 50
Glass nstallation .......................................................................................... 53
Fascia nstallation ........................................................................................ 53
Leak Test ...................................................................................................... 54
nitial Start-up Normal Occurrences ............................................................. 54
Lighting nstructions ..................................................................................... 55
Shutter Adjustment ....................................................................................... 56
Damper Adjustment...................................................................................... 56
Flame Height Adjustment ............................................................................. 56
Adjusting Blower Speed ............................................................................... 56
Normal Operating Sounds ........................................................................... 56
High Altitude Operation & Adjustment.......................................................... 57
OPERAT ON:
Control Panel ................................................................................................ 58
MA NTENANCE:
General Maintenance ................................................................................... 59
Yearly Servicing ............................................................................................ 60
Glass Replacement ...................................................................................... 61
Blower Replacement .................................................................................... 62
Electrical Schematic ..................................................................................... 63
TROUBLESHOOT NG ............................................................................................ 64
PARTS & ACCESSOR ES ....................................................................................... 66
WARRANTY ............................................................................................................ 67
CONTENTS

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SAFET LABEL
Location: Serial No. portion on lip below control panel. Lower portion behind access door on
baseplate to right of control panel.
1445 N. High ay
Colville, WA 99114
LP NG
Input Rate on “HI” (BTU/Hr) 40,000 40,000
Input Rate on “LO” (BTU/Hr) . 32,000 27,000
Maximum Output (BTU/Hr) 34,400 34,400
Main Burner Orifice Front (DMS)** #56 #47
Main Burner Orifice Rear (DMS)** #53 #42
Minimum Inlet Pressure (Inches W.C.) 11" 4.5"
Maximum Inlet Pressure (Inches W.C.) 14" 7.0"
Manifold Pressure on “HI” (Inches W.C.) 10" 3.5"
**Equipped for installation in Canada for altitudes of 0 - 4500' (1370M); and in USA for alti-
tudes of 0 - 2000' (610M). In USA for altitudes above 2000' the vent configuration, orifice, or
combination of both may need to be changed. See O ner’s Manual for information on making
these changes.
061-S-14-5
APPROVED FOR CANADA AND USA TO:
ANSI Z21.88-1998/CSA 2.33-M1998 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters and applicable sections of UL307b
Gas Burning Heating Appliances for Mobile Homes and recreational vehicles, CAN/CGA 2.17-M91
“Gas-Fired Appliances for use at High Altitudes”.
SERIAL NO.
FAN TYPE VENTED CIRCULATOR Thermal Efficiency* 84% NG (blo er on)
Blo er Electrical Rating: 86% LP (blo er on)
115V., 1.5 Amps, 60 Hz, 150 atts
* With Maximum horizontal length.
MODEL: REMING ON
MODEL: REMING ON
SERIAL NO.
RATINGS PLATE

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Install fireplace in accordance ith all local codes, if any; if none, follo The National Fuel Gas
Codes ANSI Z223.1-1992 and NFPA 54(88); or Canadian Installation Codes CAN/CGA-B149.
Manufactured or Mobile Home Installation This appliance is only for use ith the type of gas indi-
cated on the rating plate and may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mo-
bile) home here not prohibited by local codes. Installations must conform ith: USA: Manufactured
Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280. CANADA: CSA Z240.4 and Gas-
Equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing.
MODEL: REMINGTON QFP40
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER
NO FOR USE WI H SOLID FUEL - NO FOR USE WI H AIR FIL ERS
The “Remington QFP40” is factory equipped for natural gas (NG) and is field convertible to pro-
pane gas (LP), hen equipped ith the Conversion Kit #842-4470 available from an Aladdin Hearth
Products dealer. This appliance uses a millivolt-type control system consisting of a gas control valve/
regulator, a standing pilot burner assembly, a thermopile, a piezo ignitor, and the ON/OFF s itch. THIS
UNIT DOES NOT REQUIRE 110 VOLT POWER TO OPERATE. All exhaust gases must be vented
outside the structure of the living area. Combustion air is dra n from outside the living area structure.
WARNINGS:
This appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More
frequent cleaning may be required here excessive lint from material like carpeting and bedding is present.
The control compartment, the burner compartment and all circulating air passage ays of the appliance
must be kept clean and clear at all times. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out
of traffic and a ay from furniture and draperies. This appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue
servicing a separate solid fuel burning appliance. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of
high surface temperature and should stay a ay to avoid flesh burns or clothing ignition. Young children
should be carefully supervised at all times hen they are in the same room as the appliance.
CAU ION: All safety screen or guard components removed for servicing, must be replaced prior to
operating the appliance. Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appli-
ance. Risk of electrical shock. S itch the household breaker off or remove fuse before servicing unit.
Use Simpson DURA-VENT direct vent system (Model GS) to vent this appliance to the exterior (direct
discharge only ithout duct connection).
Minimum Clearances to Combustibles
To Adjacent Wall:
From glass edge ....................................... 7 3/4"
From side of Rectangular fascia .............. 3"
From side of Arched fascia ...................... 3"
Back to enclosure (from stand-offs) ............. 0"
Top to enclosure (from stand-offs) ............... 0"
Sides to enclosure (from stand-offs)............. 0"
Hearth Extension:
Does not require hearth extension or
non-combustible floor beneath appliance.
To Mantel:
From top of glass edge............................. 30 1/2"
From top of Rectangular Facia ................ 24"
From top of Arched Facia ........................ 22 5/8"
To maximum 1/2" top front facing:
From top of glass edge............................. 20 1/4"
From Arched Facia .................................. 12 1/4"
From Rectangular Facia .......................... 14"
Flue Vent....................................................... 1"
* See O ner’s Manual For Additional Mantel
Clearances and Options
STANDARDS/CLEARANCES LABEL
SAFET LABEL

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WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury
or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational pro-
cedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING!
Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed, cracked or broken. Replace-
ment of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person.
WARNING!
Operation of this appliance when not connected to a properly installed and maintained
venting system or tempering with the blocked vent shutoff system can result in carbon
monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death.
SAFET NOTICES
Caution and Warning label located on chain behind access door to right of control panel.
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 haz-
ards of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or cloth-
ing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the
same room as the appliance. Clothing or other flammabale material should not
be placed on or near the appliance. The appliance area must be ept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liq-
uids.
CAUTION: HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH. KEEP CHILDREN,
CLOTHING, FURNITURE, GASOLINE AND OTHER LIQUIDS HAVING FLAM-
MABLE VAPORS AWAY.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE WITH GLASS REMOVED,
CRACKED OR BROKEN. REPLACEMENT OF THE GLASS SHOULD BE DONE
BY A LICENSED OR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS AND PROPANE (LP).
A CONVERSION KIT, AS SUPPLIED BY THE MANUFACTURER, SHALL BE
USED TO CONVERT THIS ROOM HEATER TO THE ALTERNATE FUEL.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE
OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER
TO THE OWNER’S INFORMATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THIS APPLI-
ANCE. FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT A QUALI-
FIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS COMPANY.

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SAFETY NOTICES
IF YOU SMELL GAS!
☛Do not light any appliance
☛Extinguish any open flame
☛Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything
☛Open windows and vacate building
☛Call gas supplier from neighbor’s house, if not reached, call fire depart-
ment
✔Installation must be done by a qualified installer
✔Strict ad erence to t e instructions in t is manual must be followed. Improper installation will void t e
warranty and safety listing.
✔T is appliance is manufactured to operate on natural gas (NG). It is field convertible to propane (LP)
wit t e manufacturers’ conversion kit. Burning incorrect fuel voids t e warranty and safety listing and
may cause an extreme safety azard.
✔Contact local building officials to obtain a permit and information on installation restrictions or require-
ments in your locale. It is also important to notify your omeowner’s insurance company of t e installa-
tion of t is appliance as well.
✔Control compartments, screens, and circulating air passageways of t e appliance must be kept clean
and free of obstructions.
✔Do not store or use gasoline or ot er flammable liquids in t e vicinity of t e appliance.
✔Keep all furniture or ot er combustible items at least 36" away from t e front of t e eater.
✔If t e flame becomes sooty, dark orange in color, or extremely tall, DO NOT operate t e appliance.
Contact your dealer and arrange for servicing immediately.
✔DO NOT operate t e appliance if it is not operating properly in any manner. Contact your dealer for
assistance.
✔DO NOT operate t e appliance if any portion was submerged in water or if any corrosion occurs.
✔Do not place clot ing or ot er flammable items on or near t e appliance at any time. Due to t ermo-
static control, t e possibility exists for t e appliance to turn on, igniting any items on or near it.
✔Open viewing glass for servicing only.
✔Replace any safety screen or guards removed for servicing prior to operating t e appliance.
✔Operate t e appliance in accordance wit t e instructions contained in t is manual.
✔If t e main burners do not start correctly, turn t e gas off at t e gas control valve and contact your dealer
for service.
✔T is unit is not for use wit solid fuel. DO NOT place anyt ing inside t e firebox (ot er t an t e included
fiber logs, embers and nuggets, or t e optional brick set).
✔If t e fiber logs become damaged refer to Parts and Accessories page of t is manual for replacement.
✔Face surfaces can become extremely ot during operation. Instruct your family and guests of t is
danger and supervise young c ildren w en t ey are in t e same room as t e eater.
✔Instruct everyone in t e ouse ow to s ut t e gas off to t e appliance and also at t e main gas s ut-off
valve. T e gas main s ut-off valve is usually next to t e gas meter or propane tank and requires a
wrenc to s ut off.
✔Use t e built-in piezo igniter to lig t t e appliance. Do not use matc es or any ot er external device.
✔DO NOT remove, replace, modify or substitute any part of t e appliance unless instructions are given in
t is manual. All ot er work must be done by a trained tec nician.
✔Allow t e appliance to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning.
✔T e pilot flame must contact t e t ermopile and t ermocouple. If it does not, turn t e gas control valve
to “OFF” and call your Dealer.
✔DO NOT t row t is manual away. Important operating and maintenance instructions are included.
SAFET NOTICES

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ZC APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS
29 1/16"
41"
45
4"
7"
1"
Gas Inlet - 1 1/4" above
base of unit, accessible
from either side.
Electrical
Connection
Nail Down Plate
37 1/8"
1/2" Stand-offs
(3 per side)
32 1/32" 4 1/8"
42"
HEATING SPECIFICATIONS
Natural Gas Propane
BTU nput 27,000 - 40,000 32,000 - 40,000
BTU Output on “H ” (with Fan - without Fan) 34,400 34,400
Efficiency** (with Fan) 84% 86%
**Efficiency rating is the thermal efficiency rating of the product determined under con-
tinuous operation, and independent of an installed system at maximum horizontal vent-
ing (30').
SPECIFICATIONS