Valor Madrona MF28JLN NG Operating instructions

MADRONA
This manual contains instructions to install the
ENGINE ONLY. A stove casing is REQUIRED
to install the engine. A barrier screen is provided
with the stove casing. Refer to the manual sup-
plied with the stove casing for installation.
— 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.
▪Leave the building immediately.
▪Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’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.
Ce guide est disponible en français sur demande.
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.
This appliance is a domestic room-heating
appliance. It must not be used for any other
purposes such as drying clothes, etc.
This appliance is suitable for installation in a
bedroom or bed sitting room.
This appliance may be installed in an
after-market permanently located,
manufactured (mobile) home where not
prohibited by local codes.
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
DANGER
!
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be
installed for the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.
!WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
INSTALLER
Leave this manual
with the appliance.
CONSUMER
Retain this manual
for future reference.
Please read this manual
BEFORE installing and
operating this appliance.
©2014, Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.
Engine to be installed ONLY with the cast stove body MFCS01, MFCS02 or MFCS04
4003894-05
Installation & Owner’s Manual
DV Gas Fireplace Heater (engine only)
MF28JLN (NG) & MF28JLP (LPG)

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Table of Contents
The information contained in this installation
manual is believed to be correct at the time of
printing. Miles Industries Ltd. reserves the right
to change or modify any information or specifica-
tions without notice. Miles Industries Ltd. grants
no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation
or maintenance of your heater, and assumes no
responsibility for any consequential damage(s).
Massachusetts: The piping and final
gas connection must be performed by a
licensed plumber or gas fitter in the State of
Massachusetts. Also, see Carbon Monoxide
Detector requirements on page 16.
Designed and Manufactured by / for
Miles Industries Ltd.
190–2255 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver, BC, CANADA V7H 3B1
Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]
www.valorfireplaces.com
© Copyright Miles Industries Ltd., 2014
FOR THE OWNER FOR THE QUALIFIED INSTALLER
Warranty Card at the
back of this manual.
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Safety Precautions .................................................3
Safety and Your Fireplace......................................4
Owner’s Information...............................................5
Operating Your Stove for the First Time ....................5
Cleaning Your Stove .................................................. 6
Checking Pilot and Burner Flames ............................ 7
Using Handset Wall Holder........................................ 8
Replacing Batteries ................................................... 8
Touching Up Paint .....................................................8
Locating Lighting, Operation and Rating
Information Plate .................................................... 8
Servicing Your Stove ................................................. 8
Operating Your Stove ................................................ 8
How to Turn Your Stove OFF
(including pilot) ....................................................... 9
How to Ensure Your Stove Cannot
Be Turned ON Inadvertently ...................................9
Remote Control Operation...................................10
Options..................................................................14
Lighting Instructions............................................ 15
Commonwealth of Massachusetts......................16
Specifications .......................................................18
Dimensions & Clearances ................................... 19
Venting................................................................... 21
Installation Planning ............................................26
Installation.............................................................26
Unpack Appliance....................................................26
Remove Window ..................................................... 27
Unpack Casing ........................................................ 27
Reposition Lighting Instructions Plate .....................27
Unclip Remote Control Receiver ............................. 27
Fit Gas Pipe & Connector........................................ 27
Replace Receiver into Position................................ 27
Install Fan (if used) .................................................. 28
Convert Vent Outlet (if necessary)...........................29
Convert for Co-linear Applications (Rear Outlet
ONLY) (if necessary) ............................................ 29
Connect Gas Supply................................................ 30
Install Ceramic Logs ................................................ 31
Refit and Check Window ......................................... 32
Synchronize Remote Control................................... 33
Check Operation...................................................... 33
Adjust Aeration (if necessary).................................. 33
Install Front and Barrier Screen............................... 34
Install Handset Wall Holder ..................................... 34
Wiring Diagram ..................................................... 35
Approved Venting Components..........................36
Warranty ................................................................38
Spare Parts............................................................39

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Safety Precautions
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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 room 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 house. To restrict access to a fireplace
or stove, INSTALL AN ADJUSTABLE SAFETY GATE
to keep toddlers, young children and other at-risk
individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.
DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible
household objects within 36” of the fireplace front.
READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully
before starting the installation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
these installation instructions may result in possible fire
hazard and will void the warranty.
Prior to the first firing of the fireplace, READ the
Owner’s Information section of this manual.
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 that 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, etc. It is IMPERATIVE that
the unit’s control compartment, burner, 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
operation.
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.
This unit MUST be used with a vent system as
described in this installation manual. NO OTHER vent
system 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, plants, trees, shrubs are
interfering with the air flow.
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 fireplace
manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE material may be used.
A BARRIER DESIGNED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
BURNS from the hot viewing glass is provided with
this appliance and SHALL BE INSTALLED for the
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN and other AT-RISK
INDIVIDUALS.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door
assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass door
when it is hot.
If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier SHALL BE
REPLACED with the MANUFACTURER’S BARRIER
for this appliance.
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, guard or barrier removed for ser-
vicing the appliance, MUST BE REPLACED prior to
operating the appliance.
BE CAREFUL not to put any decorating objects
sensitive to heat to close above or around the fireplace
as it gets very hot when operating.
DO NOT use this heater as a temporary source of heat
during construction.
This appliance is a DOMESTIC ROOM-HEATING AP-
PLIANCE. It must not be used for any other purposes
such as drying clothes, etc.
State of California. Proposition 65 Warning. Fuels
used in gas, wood-burning or oil fired appliances,
and the products of combustion of such fuels, contain
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6.
The glass door assembly MUST be in place and sealed
before the unit can be placed into safe operation.

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Safety and Your Fireplace
Please Follow These Important
Child Safety Precautions and
Recommendations,
• Parts of your Valor Fireplace become
extremely hot while in operation.
• The glass viewing window
temperature can
exceed 500 F
at full capacity.
Momentary contact
with a hot glass
surface can cause
a severe burn, even if the fireplace
is operating at reduced heating
capacity.
• The glass window will remain hot
for an extended period of time after
the fireplace has been turned off.
Ensure that children are prevented
from touching the fireplace during the
cool down period.
• Toddlers and Young Children
must be closely supervised at all
times when they are in the same
room as the operating fireplace. They
lack full awareness of danger and
rely on your protection. Toddlers,
in particular, do not have the motor
skills and response reflexes to
withdraw in the event of accidental
contact with a hot surface.
• A physical barrier is strongly
recommended if there are young
children, or at-risk individuals in the
house. Install an approved after-
market safety gate to keep toddlers,
young children and other at-risk
individuals a safe distance from the
fireplace.
• Keep the remote control handset
out of reach of children at all
times. A wall mount storage holster
is provided with your remote control
handset.
• Ensure that the fireplace, including
the pilot light, is completely turned
off when children are present and
close supervision and safety barriers
are not available—see page 9 of
Owner’s Information section.
• If the fireplace is not going to be used
for the summer or any extended
period of time, remove the batteries
from the remote control handset
and receiver. It is recommended that
batteries are replaced annually in any
event—see page 8.
Please Read and Carefully Follow all Safety Warnings and
Operating Instructions Contained in Your Owner’s Manual
(Replacement Manuals are available by contacting our service department at
1-800-468-2567 or visit www.valorfireplaces.com).
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Operating Your Stove for the First Time
When operating your new fireplace for the first time,
some vapors may be released due to the burning of
curing compounds used in the manufacture of the
appliance. They may cause a slight odor and could
cause the flames to be the full height of the firebox, or
even slightly higher, for the first few hours of operation.
It is also possible that these vapors could set off any
smoke detection alarms in the immediate vicinity.
These vapors are quite normal on new appliances. We
recommend opening a window to vent the room. After
a few hours use, the vapors will have disappeared and
the flames will be at their normal height.
Flame Supervision Device
For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flame
supervision device which will shut-off the gas supply
if, for any reason, the pilot flame goes out. This device
incorporates a fixed probe, which senses the heat
from the pilot flame. If the probe is cool, the device will
prevent any gas flow unless manually lighting the pilot.
See full lighting instructions on page 15 of this manual.
Owner’s Information
This manual and particularly the preceeding
and following pages contain very important
information regarding the safe operation of your
fireplace as well as maintenance instructions.
Read carefully BEFORE operating your fireplace
and pay special attention to the SAFETY
WARNINGS.
A heating gas appliance does require safe handling
and for this reason, we very strongly recommend that
no children be allowed to touch the fireplace and its
controls at all times. Do install a screen or barrier
in front of the fireplace to protect your children
against severe burns.
Thank You ...
For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new
radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must
be installed by a qualified dealer. Each Valor fireplace
is fully tested during the production process for your
safety and comfort.
Your unit has been professionally installed by:
Dealer Name: ________________________________
Phone Number :_______________________________
Should you encounter an operational problem, call
your dealer immediately.
Do not try to repair the unit as you may cause an
injury or damage the fireplace.
Performance of LPG appliances may be affected
by the quality of commercial gas supplied in
your area.
Do not put
furniture or other objects
in this space in front of
the replace:
36” (0.9 m)
Fireplace
Hearth
WARNING
EXTREMELY HOT!!!
• READ the SAFETY information on pages
3 and 4 of this manual BEFORE operating
your gas heater.
• Some parts of your fireplace are EXTREMELY
HOT, particularly the GLASS window.
• DO NOT LET CHILDREN touch the glass or
any parts of your fireplace even after it is
turned off as it is still hot.
• USE THE BARRIER SCREEN provided with
the appliance, front or trim or a GATE to
reduce the risk of burns.
• Keep the remote control handset OUT OF
REACH of children.
• HOT HEARTH/FLOOR SURFACE! The hearth
or floor directly in front of the stove is VERY HOT
when the stove heats. Even if constructed of
non-combustible materials, and although safe,
it may reach temperatures in excess of 200º F
depending on choice of materials. DO NOT
STEP ON IT!
•
•
Some materials or items, although safe, may
Some materials or items, although safe, may
discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and so on
discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and so on
because of the heat produced by the stove.
because of the heat produced by the stove.
AVOID PLACING
AVOID PLACING
candles, paintings, photos,
candles, paintings, photos,
and other items
and other items
SENSITIVE TO HEAT
SENSITIVE TO HEAT within
36 inches (0.9 m) around the fireplace.
•
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Solid wood flooring in front of the stove (if
Solid wood flooring in front of the stove (if
allowed) may shrink during the heating season
allowed) may shrink during the heating season
due to heat.
due to heat.
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Owner’s Information
Cleaning Your Stove
Cleaning the Window
Important - Glass cleaning - Mineral deposits
One of the by-products of the combustion process in
a gas appliance is a mineral which can show up as a
white film on the ceramic glass of the viewing door.
The composition of the deposit varies widely with
location and time. It is believed to be associated with
the varying sulfur content of the gas. You may have the
problem intermittently.
We have consulted with ceramic glass manufacturers
and they cannot offer a definitive solution to this
problem. Dealers have tried various cleaning products
with varying results. The following are recommendations
only and are not meant to guarantee results.
NOTE: This is a problem beyond Miles Industries’
control and is not covered under warranty.
• Clean the glass regularly as soon as you notice
the buildup (white film). If the film is left for a longer
period of time, it will bake on. It is then much harder,
if not impossible, to remove.
• NEVER use an abrasive cleaner on the ceramic
glass. Any abrasion of the surface has the
immediate effect of compromising the strength of the
glass. An emulsion type cleaner is recommended.
• Use a soft damp cloth to apply the cleaner. Dry the
glass with a soft, dry, preferably cotton cloth. Most
paper towels and synthetic materials are abrasive to
ceramic glass and should be avoided.
• Our dealers have had good results from the
products listed below. We cannot, however,
guarantee the results of these products.
• BRASSO, POLISH PLUS by KELKEM, COOK TOP CLEAN
CREME by ELCO, WHITE OFF by RUTLAND, TURTLE WAX
Do not clean the glass while it is hot!
Always securely replace the window and the barrier
screen before lighting.
If broken, the glass pane may only be replaced
as a complete window unit as supplied by the
manufacturer.
If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall
be replaced with the manufacturer’s barrier for this
appliance.
To remove the window for cleaning:
1. Traditional stove MFCS01 and MFCS02: Remove
the barrier screen by pulling it on each side and then
unhooking the top clip.
Contemporary stove MFCS04: Pull out the top of
the screen and then lift it up to unhook the bottom.
2. Traditional stove MFCS01 and MFCS02: Unhook
the cast front.
Contemporary stove MFCS04:
a) Remove the window frame cover.
b) Remove the concrete cast shelf (opening the
access door under the shelf may help).
c) Remove the upper columns first pulling them up,
off their bottom bracket, and then pulling them
out unclipping them from the side panels.
3. Rotate the four fastening studs of the window 90
degrees to release them and gently pull the window
unit outwards. Set aside in a safe place to avoid
damage.
x 4
WARNING
DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT!
Let the stove cool first before cleaning it.
!
1
2
3
4
4
1. Remove barrier screen
2. Remove window frame cover
3. Remove cast concrete shelf
4. Remove upper side columns
starting at the top
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Owner’s Information
To refit the window:
1. Place it on its frame and hold it in place while
pushing and turning its fastening studs 90 degrees.
Then, apply light hand pressure against the window
frame sides to bed-in the window seal.
2. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed
from the front lower corner of the window,
reinstall it by sliding it between the glass and
the frame as indicated.
3. Traditional stove MFCS01 and MFCS02: Re-hook
the cast front.
Contemporary stove MFCS04:
a) Re-install the upper side columns on each side
of the window fitting the bottom first and then
pushing in squarely sliding the spring clips on the
inside edge of the side panels.
b) Re-insert the concrete cast shelf between the
upper and lower columns. Close the access door
if opened.
c) Re-hook the window frame cover to the window’s
spring-loaded top bolts.
4. Traditional stove MFCS01 and MFCS02: Re-install
the barrier screen by inserting first the top clip in the
arch of the front and then pushing on the side of the
screen so that the clips snap into place.
Contemporary stove MFCS04: Re-install the
barrier screen by hooking first the lower brackets
to the inside edge of the concrete shelf and then
pushing the screen against the stove so the upper
clips snap on the upper side columns.
Cleaning the Stove Casing
Barrier screens
The barrier screens can be brushed clean.
Cast iron stove body
The matte cast iron stove body can be brushed clean.
The enameled cast iron stove body can be cleaned with
mild soap and water then dried with a lint-free soft cloth.
Cast concrete stove body
Dust down the surface regularly with a soft brush and
occasionally follow up with a wipe over with a wet cloth.
A sealer has been applied to the concrete surface, no
cleaning agents nor polishes should be used. In case
of an accidental spill, soak up the liquid IMMEDIATELY
with a dry cloth and follow up with a wipe down with a
wet cloth.
Logs and burner
Dust can be brushed from the ceramic logs and firebox
walls after removing the front unit and opening the win-
dow. Dust can also be removed from the burner using
a soft brush after removing the ceramic logs. When
cleaning, make sure that no particles are brushed into
the slots of the burner.
Checking Pilot and Burner Flames
A periodic check of the pilot and burner flames should
be made. Check after the fire has been on for at least
30 minutes. The pilot flame must cover the tip of the
thermocouple probe. The main burner flame pattern will
vary from appliance to appliance depending on the type
of installation and climatic conditions.
WARNING
DO NOT TOUCH THE STOVE WHILE IT IS
HOT! Let the stove cool first before cleaning it.
WARNING
FOR SAFETY PURPOSE, ensure the barrier
screen is re-installed on the stove front after
maintenance.
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IMPORTANT: To ensure a safe operation, verify
that the bolts are hooked properly to the window
tabs; then, pull out the top of the window and
release it to insure the springs return it.
Hot Glass Warning Plate
Correct Flame Picture
Thermocouple
probe must be
in flame
Pilot
flame
Thermocouple
probe must be
in flame
Pilot Flame can be seen
between left front and top logs
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Owner’s Information
The appliance area must always be kept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
Inspect the vent terminal outdoors regularly to make
sure that snow, trees, bushes, leaves, or other objects
do not obstruct it.
Examine the vent system and terminal regularly. We
recommend annually.
Using Handset Wall Holder
Your fireplace equipment includes a wall
holder to store the handset. If it hasn’t be
installed, refer to the instructions further
on in this manual for the installation.
Replacing Batteries
Low battery signal: see page 14.
BEFORE changing the batteries, turn off the valve
using the switch’s On/Off button.
The appliance uses four 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries
for its remote control receiver and one 9 V alkaline
battery for its handset. Batteries should last one to two
seasons, depending on usage. Removing the batteries
in the off-season will extend the battery life. Should
the batteries lose power, the control may be operated
by manually turning the control knob at the valve or by
turning off the valve at the switch.
To replace the batteries in the remote control
receiver:
1. The receiver is located to the left of the valve and
it is clipped to the casting’s cross beam. Unclip the
receiver from the cross beam.
2. Slide and remove the receiver cover.
3. Replace the batteries with 4 AA alkaline batteries.
4. Replace the cover.
5. Clip the receiver back to the cross beam.
Touching Up Paint
If you need to touch up the paint on your matte cast
unit MFCS01, use the Stove Bright by Forrest 1990
Satin Black spray paint. Please note that it may be
necessary to spray the entire cast piece.
Locating Lighting, Operation and Rating
Information Plate
The Lighting, Operation and Rating Information Plate
is located on the rear of the appliance casing.
To access the plate, reach over the top of the stove
and pull the plate out from its holder to read it. There is
important information on both sides of the plate.
Servicing Your Stove
If any attention is required for your appliance, contact
your supplier quoting the model number. It will be
helpful if the appliance serial number can also be
quoted. This number is on the rating plate, which is
attached to the unit. The replacement parts are shown
at the end of this manual. Please always quote the part
number and description when requesting spare parts.
Operating Your Stove
There are three ways to control your fireplace.
1. Thermostatic Remote Control;
2. Wall Switch;
3. Manual On/Off Switch.
The manual On/Off switch must be ON for the fireplace
to function. It can be used to shut off the fireplace in
case of emergency—see above.
The Thermostatic Remote Control can be programmed
to function automatically—see pages 10–14.
The Wall Switch (optional) can be used to turn on, off
and to increase or decrease the flame height—see
1265WSK—Wall Switch Kit.
NOTE: The remote control in the AUTO mode will
override the wall switch.
ON
OFF
Wall Switch
(optional) Manual On/Off Switch
Thermostatic Remote
Control
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TOUCH THE DATA PLATE
WHILE THE STOVE IS STILL HOT! Let the stove
cool first before touching it.
!
CAUTION
DO NOT USE a screwdriver or other metallic
object to remove the batteries from the battery box
or the handset! This could cause a short circuit.
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE BATTER-
IES WHILE THE FIREPLACE IS STILL HOT! Let
the fireplace cool first before touching it.
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Thermostatic
Remote Control
Wall Switch
(optional)
Owner’s Information
How to Turn Your Stove OFF
(including pilot)
Familiarize yourself with each of these methods before
operating your stove.
Handset and Wall Switch: Press and hold the OFF
button for a second (either on the handset or the wall
switch).
If the flames are on, they go down and you hear the
valve motor wind down. You hear a clunk and a beep
indicating that the valve has received the signal from
the remote control.
Manual ON/OFF Switch: Press the Obutton.
ON
OFF
Manual On-Off Switch
Traditional Stove
MFCS01 or MFCS02
Contemporary Stove
MFCS04
How to Ensure Your Stove Cannot
Be Turned ON Inadvertently
You can use one of the two following methods to
ensure that your stove will not turn on when you don’t
want it on.
First, ensure your stove is turned off—including
the pilot—and cold BEFORE going ahead.
• You can prevent your stove from lighting by pressing
the O button on the manual ON/OFF switch on the
gas valve—see image above.
• Alternately, remove all batteries from the receiver as
well as the battery from the handset.
Automatic Shut-Off (in certain conditions)
Your stove’s remote control is equipped with an
automatic shut-off mechanism which is activated in
certain conditions. See page 14 in the Remote Control
Operation section for a description of this feature.
OWNER’S
INFORMATION

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Remote Control Operation
When the pilot is off, it will take 2
minutes before it can be lit again.
TO TURN ON APPLIANCE TO TURN OFF APPLIANCE
FLAME HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
• On the valve, turn MAN knob on the ON, full
counterclockwise position.
• Place ON/OFF switch (if equipped) in I (ON
position). STANDBY MODE (Pilot Flame)
• Press and hold (small flame) to set appliance at
pilot flame.
• Simultaneously press the OFF and
(large flame) buttons until a short
beep confirms the start sequence
has begun; release buttons.
• Continuing beeps confirm the
ignition is in process.
• Once pilot ignition is confirmed,
there is main gas flow.
• After main burner ignition the
handset will automatically go into
manual (MAN) control mode.
• Press OFF button.
When the pilot is off, it will take 2
minutes before it can be lit again.
• In standby mode: Press and hold
(large flame) button to increase
flame height.
CAUTION
When pilot ignition is confirmed, motor turns
automatically to maximum flame height.
NOTE: Before using the remote control system for
the first time, the receiver and the handset must be
synchronized. See the section Remote Control Initial
Set-up on page 33 of this manual.
Set (scrolls
through
modes and
settings)
OFF (returns
to set mode,
turns the burner
and the pilot o)
Large ame
button (ames
up, sets hours,
temperature)
Small ame
button (ames
down and o,
sets minutes,
temperature)
Current
temperature
(F or C)
Current time
(12 or 24 hour clock)
Modes (Manual,
Temperature, Timer)
Handset
sensor
Battery status
Current
programmed
period (Timer)
Period
start or end
(Temp, Timer)
Display Overview
Handset Overview
Note: In the TEMP or TIMER modes, the remote
handset senses the room temperature and adjusts the
flame accordingly.
To communicate, the handset should be within 15 feet
(4.5 meters) of the fireplace.
Do not leave the handset on the mantel or hearth.
IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU BEGIN, please note that
on this system, the settings of time, temperature and
automatic ON/OFF can only be programmed when
the function display is flashing. Be patient when
programming as it can take a few seconds to set.
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Remote Control Operation
SETTING THE TIME
SETTING ºC/24-HOUR OR ºF/12-HOUR CLOCK
MODES OF OPERATION
NOTE: Manual mode can also be reached by pressing
either the (large flame) or the (small
flame) buttons.
• Press and hold (small flame)
button to decrease flame height or
to set the appliance at pilot flame.
• For fine adjustment tap the
(large flame) or (small flame)
buttons.
• Briefly pressing the SET button
changes the mode of operation in
the following order:
→→
→→and back to .
• Double-click (small flame)
button. “LO” will be displayed.
NOTE: Flame goes to high fire first
before going to designated low fire.
• In MAN mode, press OFF and
(small flame) buttons until display
changes from Farenheit/12-hour
clock to Celsius/24-hour clock and
vice versa.
• The time display will flash after
either:
• Installing the battery or
• Simultaneously pressing the
(large flame) and (small flame)
buttons.
• Press (large flame) button to
set the hour.
• Press (small flame) button to
set the minute.
• Press OFF or simply wait to return
to MAN mode.
• Double-click (large flame)
button. Flame automatically goes
to high fire. “HI” will be displayed.
• - Manual Mode - Manual
Flame Height Adjustment.
Express Low and High Fire
• - Daytime Tempera-
ture Mode (Appliance must be in
standby mode; pilot ignited) - The
room temperature is measured and
compared to the set temperature.
The flame height is then auto-
matically adjusted to achieve the
Daytime Set Temperature.
• - Nighttime Setback
Temperature Mode (Appliance
must be in standby mode; pilot
ignited) - The room temperature
is measured and compared to the
Nighttime Setback temperature.
The flame height is then automati-
cally adjusted to achieve the Night-
time Setback Temperature.
• - Timer Mode (Appliance
must be in standby mode; pilot
ignited) - The timers P1 and P2
(Program 1, Program 2) each can
be programmed to go ON and OFF
at specific times. For instructions
see Timer Programming Mode.
NOTE: The display shows the set temperature every
30 seconds.
x 2
x 2
MAN
MAN
MAN
TEMP
TEMP
TEMP
TIMER
TEMP
TIMER
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Remote Control Operation
SETTING THE ON / OFF TEMPERATURES
• Briefly press SET button to scroll to
TEMP (sun) mode. Hold
the SET button until the TEMP
flashes.
• Press (large flame) button
to increase the Daytime Set
Temperature.
• Press (small flame) button
to decrease Daytime Set
Temperature.
• Press OFF or simply wait to
complete programming.
SETTING THE “DAYTIME” TEMPERATURE
SETTING THE “NIGHTTIME SETBACK” TEMPERA-
TURE
Default Settings: (sun), 23ºC / 74ºF Default Settings: (moon), “--” (OFF)
• Press (large flame) button to
increase Nighttime Setback
Temperature.
• Press (small flame) button to
decrease Nighttime Setback
Temperature.
• Press OFF or simply wait to
complete programming.
• Briefly press SET button to scroll to
TEMP (moon) mode. Hold
the SET button until the TEMP
flashes.
Tip
Set the different parameters when they are flashing.
TEMP
TEMP
TEMP
TEMP
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Remote Control Operation
SETTING PROGRAM TIMERS
• You can program two periods of time between 12:00
am and 11:50 pm in each 24-hour cycle.
• The Programs P1 and P2 must be set in the
following order during a 24-hour cycle: , ,
and .
• The icon indicates the beginning of the period (ON)
and the icon indicates the end of the period (OFF).
• If = or = , the programming
is cancelled.
• To keep the fireplace ON all night, set at
11:50 am and at 12:00 am.
Default settings:
Program 1: 6:00 am 8:00 am
Program 2: 11:50 pm 11:50 pm
• Briefly press SET button to scroll to
TIMER mode.
• Hold the SET button until
(sun) is displayed and the time
flashes.
• Briefly press SET button to scroll
to TIMER (moon) while the
time flashes.
• Press (large flame) button to
set the hour.
• Press (large flame) button to set
the hour.
• Press (small flame) button to
set the minutes.
• Press (small flame) button to
set the minutes.
SETTING P1 ON TIME SETTING P2 ON TIME
• Briefly press SET to scroll to TIMER mode
(sun) while the time flashes.
• Follow the instructions given to set P1 ON time.
SETTING P2 OFF TIME
• Briefly press SET to scroll to TIMER mode
(moon) while the time flashes.
• Follow the instructions given to set P1 OFF time.
Press OFF button to save these settings. The timers
are programmed. See the diagram on programming
sequences on the following page.
Tip
If you want to program only one period, program
and with desired times and program and
with the same time as .
SETTING P1 OFF TIME
P1
P1
P1
P1
P1 P1
P2
P2
P2
P2
P2
P2
P1
P1
P1
P1
P1
P1
P2
P2
P2
P2
P2
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Remote Control Operation
Options
Required Kits*
Stove Casing (choose one)
MFCS01—Traditional Madrona Stove Black with
Barrier Screen 4003311
MFCS02—Traditional Madrona Stove Majolica Brown
with Barrier Screen 4003311
MFCS04—Contemporary Madrona Stove with Barrier
Screen 4003433
Venting
See venting accessories listed on pages 36–37.
Optional Kits*
1265WSK—Wall Switch Kit
555CFK—Circulating Fan Kit
MA28IPK—Conversion Kit to Propane Gas
MA28INK—Conversion Kit to Natural Gas
Hearth Gate
Hearth gates such as Cardinal’s VersaGates are
available at retail stores carrying safety products
for children.
*Information accurate at the time of printing and subject to
change without notice.
AUTOMATIC TURN DOWN
AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF
LOW BATTERY INDICATION
HANDSET / RECEIVER MATCH
Remote handset: The battery icon will show
when the battery needs to be replaced.
Replace with one 9 V alkaline battery.
Receiver: Three short ‘beeps’ will sound when the
motor turns when the batteries need to be replaced.
Replace with four 1.5 V alkaline batteries.
The remote control handset and receiver are program-
med to function together. In case of a replacement of
the handset or the receiver, you will need to reset the
receiver to allow them to function together. Contact your
dealer for details.
• No communication. If there is no communication
between the receiver and the handset for a period of
6 hours, the appliance goes into pilot mode.
• No change in flame height. If there is no change
in flame height for a period of 6 hours, the appliance
goes into pilot mode.
NOTE: In TEMP or TIMER modes, the flame height
will vary according to room temperature. The appli-
ance will continue to work normally. However, if the
room temperature remains the same for 6 hours, the
appliance will go into pilot mode.
• Low batteries in the receiver. With low battery
power in the receiver the system shuts off
completely.
NOTE: This does not apply when the power supply
is interrupted.
• No change in pilot. The appliance shuts off
completely when it is continually in pilot position—
without any change—for a period of 5 days.
Timer Programming Example (default temperatures shown)
6:00 a.m.—
P1
Start time
4:00 p.m.—
P2
Start time
6:00 a.m.—
P1
Start time
8:00 a.m.—
P1
End time
10:00 p.m.—
P2
End time
Set temp 74˚F Set temp 40˚FSet temp 74˚F
Set temp 40˚F
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CAUTION
DO NOT USE a screwdriver or other metallic object
to remove the batteries from the battery box or the
handset! This could cause a short circuit.
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State of Massachusetts Carbon Monoxide
Detector/Vent Terminal Signage
Requirements
For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment installed in every dwelling, building or
structure used in whole or in part for residential
purposes, including those owned or operated by the
Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust
vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above
finished grade in the area of the venting, including
but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirements shall be satisfied:
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall
horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the installing
plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a hard wired
carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery
back-up is installed on the floor level where the gas
equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing
plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a battery
operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector
with an alarm is installed on each additional level of
the dwelling, building or structure served by the side
wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall
be the responsibility of the property owner to secure
the services of qualified licensed professionals for the
installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented
gas fueled 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 floor level.
b. 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 with the above requirements; provided,
however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a
battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an
alarm shall be installed.
2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS.
Each carbon monoxide detector as required in
accordance with the above provisions shall comply
with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS
certified.
3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate
shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the
building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above
grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for
the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance
or equipment. The sign shall read, in print size no less
than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS VENT DIRECTLY
BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of
the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment
shall not approve the installation unless, upon
inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide
detectors and signage installed in accordance with the
provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.
(b) EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt
from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:
1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled
“Equipment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most
current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board;
and
2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented
gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure
separate from the dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes.
(c) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS
EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED.
When the manufacturer of Product Approved side
wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a
venting system design or venting system components
with the equipment, the instructions provided by the
manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the
venting system shall include:
1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting
system design or the venting system components; and
2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or
venting system.
(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS
EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED.
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side
wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does
not provide the parts for venting the flue gases, but
identifies “special venting systems”, the following
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requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:
1. The referenced “special venting system” instructions
shall be included with the appliance or equipment
installation instructions; and
2. The “special venting systems” shall be Product
Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that
system shall include a parts list and detailed installation
instructions.
(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product
Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists
for venting instructions, and/or all venting design
instructions shall remain with the appliance or
equipment at the completion of the installation.
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Specifications
Approval & Codes
This appliance is certified to ANSI Z21.88-2014/
CSA 2.33-2014 American National Standard / CSA
Standard for Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in
Canada and USA, and to CGA 2.17-91 High Altitude
Standard in Canada. This appliance is for direct vent
installations.
Conversion between fuels may only be done using
the approved conversion kits listed on page 14. This
appliance complies with CSA P4.1-09 Testing method
for measuring annual fireplace efficiencies.
The installation must conform to local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1 or the Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149. Only qualified
licensed or trained personnel should install this
appliance.
This appliance, when installed with the optional
circulating fan kit (blower), must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes, or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code,
CSA C22.1.
Ratings
*High Altitude Installations
Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are
certified without deration for elevations up to 4,500 feet
(1,370 m) above sea level.
For elevations above 4,500 feet (1,370 m) in USA,
installations must be in accordance with the current
ANSI Z223.1 and/or local codes having jurisdiction.
Heating value of gas in some areas is reduced to
compensate for elevation—consult your local gas
utility to confirm.
Model (Field convertible Top
or Rear Vent Outlet) MF28JLN MF28JLP
Gas Natural Propane
Altitude (Ft)* 0-4,500 feet*
Input Maximum (Btu/h) 26,000 26,000
Input Minimum (Btu/h) 6,500 14,500
Manifold Pressure (in w.c.) 3.75 9.0
Minimum Supply Pressure
(in w.c.)
5.0 11.0
Maximum Supply Pressure
(in w.c.)
11.0 14.0
Main Burner Injector
Marking
82-750 92-300
Pilot Injector Marking 35 27
For installations at elevations above 4,500 feet
(1,370 m) in Canada, please consult provincial
and/or local authorities having jurisdiction.
Supply Gas
Heater engine MF28JLN is used with natural gas.
Heater engine MF28JLP is used with propane gas.
The supply pressure must be between the limits
shown in the Ratings section above.
The supply connection is 3/8” NPT female.
Electrical
The Madrona stove does not require an electrical
power source unless it is fitted with an optional
circulating fan—see page 14.
Hearth Requirements
This unit is approved for mounting directly on combus-
tible wood flooring. If installed directly on carpeting,
vinyl or soft combustible floor other than wood, it must
be installed on a metal or wood panel covering a mini-
mum surface of 15 inches deep by
28 inches width.
Madrona Stoves
There are two types of stove casing for the Madrona
MF28J engine, a traditional style available in two colors
and a contemporary style. The stove casings are sold
separately.
MFCS01—Traditional Stove Black
MFCS02—Traditional Stove Majolica Brown
MFCS04—Contemporary Stove
3/8” N.P.T.
Female
3/8” N.P.T.
5/16” O.D.
tubing
5/16”
flare
Traditional Stove
MFCS01 or MFCS02
Contemporary Stove
MFCS04
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A
Mantel
23”
(584 mm)
7-1/2”
(191 mm)
25-1/8”(638 mm)
27-1/2”(699 mm) 14”
(356 mm)
17-7/8”
(454 mm)
Ø 6-5/8”
venting
Supplied with
top vent; field
convertible to
rear vent
Centre of vent
28-1/2 ”(724 mm)
xGas inlet position
3/8” fem. NPT
x
2”
(52 mm)
minimum
Gas line connection point
3/8”NPT FEMALE at valve
Sidewall
17-7/8”(454 mm)
4”
(102 mm)
2” (52 mm)
minimum
Ø 6-5/8”
venting
Suggested gas line
access point through wall.
Route to avoid optional fan.
Pipe supplied with
engine (see engine
manual p. 18)
x
Mantel / shelf clearances
Mantel
Depth ‘A’
0–1”
(0–26 mm)
2–5”
(51–127 mm)
6–18”
(152–457 mm)
19–24”
(483–610 mm)
Mantel
Height ‘B’
34”
(864 mm)
36”
(914 mm)
38”
(965 mm)
42”
(1067 mm)
Corner clearances
Min. 2”
between
combus-
tible wall
and stove
Min. 2” between
combustible wall
and stove
32-1/2” minimum
42” minimum
26” maximum
Alcove clearances
1919
Dimensions & Clearances
Traditional Cast Stove MFCS01 (black) or Traditional Cast Stove MFCS02 (Majolica brown)
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Dimensions & Clearances
Contemporary Cast Stove MFCS04
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Gas line
connection
point
32-1/16 ”(814 mm)
28-1/4”(718 mm)
Hinged
control
access
door
28-7/8 ”(733 mm)
x
B
A
Gas line access
point 10” (254 mm)
Mantel
26-3/4”(680 mm)
15-3/16”
(386 mm)
17-1/8”
(435 mm)
Ø 6-5/8”
venting
Centre of vent
x
2”
(52 mm)
minimum
Suggested gas line
access point through wall.
Route to avoid optional fan.
Pipe supplied
with engine
(see engine
manual p. 18)
Gas line connection point
3/8”NPT FEMALE at valve
Sidewall
16-3/4 ”(425 mm)
3-7/8”
(98 mm)
1” (26 mm)
minimum
10”(254 mm)
Ø 6-5/8”
venting
Minimum 58-1/4” (1480 mm)
Front surface
of base
Minimum
17-13/16”
(453 mm)
Minimum 41-3/16” (1047 mm)
Minimum
12-5/8”
(321 mm)
90°
Zero clearance
Mantel / shelf clearances
Mantel
Depth ‘A’
0–1”
(0–26 mm)
2–5”
(51–127 mm)
6–18”
(152–457 mm)
19–24”
(483–610 mm)
Mantel
Height ‘B’
34”
(864 mm)
36”
(914 mm)
38”
(965 mm)
42”
(1067 mm)
Alcove Clearances
33” (839 mm) minimum
26” (660 mm)
maximum
42” (1067 mm)
minimum
QUALIFIED
INSTALLER