Valor President ZC Cast Front 536CXB User manual

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©2020, Miles Industries Ltd.
4001168-10
Note: This kit must be installed or serviced by a qualified
installer, service agency or gas supplier. These instructions
are to be used in conjunction with the main installation
instructions for the above listed heater model.
President ZC Cast Front 536CXB
Approved for use with Valor heater model 530 only
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 must be
installed for the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.
INSTALLER: Leave this
manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this
manual for future reference.
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Portrait
Not compatible with 530INI/IPI insert engines
WARNING
If the information in these
instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property
damage, personal injury or
loss of life.
Applications
The President ZC Cast Front 536CXB is intended to
install on the Valor Portrait 530 heater when installed as
a zero clearance fireplace.
The President ZC Cast Front 536CXB is NOT compatible
with the 530INI/IPI insert engine. If installing the 530
insert, use the President ZC Cast Front 536CXBI.

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Casting Tolerances
Due to the nature of cast iron, dimensional consistency
may vary from one unit to the next and some variation
in surface finish and flatness is to be expected. We have
done our best to control and make allowance for this;
however some variation is inevitable.
Applications
The Valor model 530 heater with the 536CXB President
ZC Cast Front comes ready for installation as a zero
clearance unit into combustible type framing, without
need for a separate zero clearance kit. The 530 installed
without the standard zero clearance stand-off spacers
may also be installed into existing solid-fuel burning
fireplaces provided space and local codes permit.
Hearth Requirements
A 7/8” high plinth is supplied to raise the heater and
ensure a base at the proper height for the cast front to
sit on regardless of floor finish height. If not using the
plinth supplied, you MUST make allowance for floor
finish and raise (shim) the heater up so the bottom
of the heater sits at the finished floor/hearth height,
otherwise, the cast front will not sit at the proper height.
Anon-combustible hearth is not required in front of this
appliance.
Top Bae
Front Casting with
Barrier Screen
Rear Base
Support
Plinth
Stand-os (2)
Insulation
Framing Plate
w/Brackets
Floor Requirements
The 530 heater is approved for installation directly
on any combustible material other than soft flooring
material such as carpet or vinyl.
Mantel Requirements
The 536CXB President ZC Cast Front may be installed
with a combustible mantel provided clearances
are maintained as indicated in the Dimensions and
Clearances below and in the Framing diagrams on
the following pages. Be aware that although safe,
some combustible materials and finishes at the listed
clearances may, over time, discolor, warp, or show
cracks. Care should be taken when choosing materials—
consult your fireplace dealer.
Kit Contents
• 1 Front Casting Assembly
w/ Barrier Screen
• 1 Top Baffle
• 1 Framing Plate w/Brackets
• 1 Plinth
• 1 Rear Base Support
• 1 ZC stand-off LH
• 1 ZC stand-off RH
• 1 Insulation Layer
• 1 Pack of Screws

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26”
(framing plate)
(framing plate)
31-1/4”
21-3/4”
(cast front)
(cast front)
27-7/8”
7/8”
High
raised
plinth
Ceiling ‘A’
‘B’ 1” max.
1/2”min.
1”max.
1/2”min.
11”min.
36”min.
36”min. to
combustibles
9”
Mantel
Optional Top Outlet
ZC Stand-os
6-5/8”dia.
6-5/8”
dia.
21-5/8”
25-1/4”
31”
5” 7/8”
plinth
insul.
2”
26-1/4”
20”
26”
11”
9”
5”
‘D’
‘E’
Mantel
leg
See table
2”
Mantel depth “A” Min. clearance “B”
Up to 7” 4”
Above 7” up to 8” 5”
Above 8” up to 9” 7”
Above 9” up to 10” 8”
Above 10” up to 12” 9”
More than 12” 9”+extra 1” for every 1”
depth above 12”
Mantel leg projection
“D”
Min. clearance from
appliance side “E”
Up to 8” 0”
More than 8” 6”
Dimensions & Clearances

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Framing
The President ZC Front comes supplied
with a framing plate for zero clearance
applications. The framing plate is painted
black and may be left exposed beyond
the perimeter of the cast iron front or
may be covered with non-combustible
material if desired.
• A non-combustible hearth is not
necessary in front of this appliance.
• The appliance is approved to install
directly on wood sub-flooring.
• Any framing construction must be
clear of stand-offs.
• Be aware that the area of 7½” x 26¼”
(19 cm x 67 cm) immediately above
the framing plate must be constructed
with non-combustible materials as
shown in figures.
non-combustible finish
and backing required
Tighten screws after wall finish
to pull brackets tight
Cast Front
Framing Plate
Cover brackets
Cover Framing Plate
up to holes
Wall Finish
(note: any material
covering framing plate
or within 7-1/2”at top
must be non-combust.
non-combustible finish
& backing required
Mount Brackets to Heater
Install Framing Plate
flush with framing or
butt drywall to plate
and run finish over plate
Raised plinth
not shown
Framing Plate
Header Location for
Rear Vent Installations
Brackets Screwed tight
to Plate
Wall Finish
Combustible or
non-combustible
Framing Plate Protudes
by desired wall finish
thickness
Bend Tabs out
for desired wall
finish thickness
Tab Detail
Cast Front
Covers Brackets
Non-Combust.
Mat’l only
Above
Framing Plate
Raised plinth
not shown
Framing plate exposed
Framing plate covered

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Top of finished
hearth or floor
Wall Finish
26-1/4”
31-1/2”
to header &
wall finish
(includes
plinth -
reduce by
7/8”if not
using plinth)
7-1/2”
minimum
This part of wall
must be
non-combustible
(cement board or
similar)
Minimum 11”
(Allow extra for rear vent elbows)
Top of finished
hearth or floor
Wall Finish
Note: Header
is raised to
accomodate top
vent clearances
39”
to header
(includes
plinth;
reduce by
7/8”if not
using plinth)
31-1/2”
to header
(includes
plinth;
reduce by
7/8”if not
using plinth)
7-1/2” minimum
This part of
wall must be
non-combustible
(cement board
or similar)
Minimum 11”
26-1/4”
Rear vent framing
Top vent framing

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Installation
1. Fit the top baffle under the top panel of the appliance
case. Secure with 2 thread forming screws.
2. Fit the stand-off spacers. The stand-off spacers for
these installations are supplied flat. They are left and
right handed.
3. Remove the 2 screws near each of the rear top
corners of the appliance and the 2 screws near each
side of the top back corners.
4. Bend the spacers as shown.
5. Screw the spacers to the rear of the appliance using
the screws just removed.
6. Bend the side wings of the spacers to align the 2
holes in each spacer with those in the appliance sides.
Secure the spacers using the screws just removed.
7. Mount the framing
plate to the
appliance.
8. Secure the framing
plate and brackets
to the sides of the
appliance case with
4 thread cutting
screws supplied.
Screw from the
outside through the
access holes in the
framing plate.
Note: There are
alternate methods of
finishing around the
framing plate—either
leaving it exposed
or recessing it and
covering it up with
the wall finish. See
page 4.
9. Install the plinth and the rear base support below
the firebox (optional).
The purpose of the plinth is to allow the appliance
to be placed on a rough subfloor, such as plywood,
without regard for the additional thickness of floor
finishes as the appliance bottom must otherwise
be placed at the finished hearth height or the front
trims will not fit properly on the appliance.
a) Detach the burner module from the appliance
by removing its 11 screws.
WARNING
Failure to install the stand-off spacers
Failure to install the stand-off spacers
may result in a fire hazard and void the
may result in a fire hazard and void the
warranty.
warranty.

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4”
(102 mm)
total
insulation
Cut out insulation
for top vent installation
Pull forward to expose
width of 4”
b) Fit the rear base support under the rear of the
appliance attaching it to the appliance back
panel with 2 x ⅜” thread cutting (pointed end)
screws.
c) Fit the front plinth under the appliance front
with 2 thread forming screws.
4. Install the top insulation layer. For top vent
outlet appliances, cut out a circle at the center
of the insulation layer for the vent collar. Place
the insulation layer on top of the appliance case
inboard of the stand-off spacers.
5. If the hooks have been shipped loose with the cast
front, fix them to the front at its top corners. Hang
the front on the appliance.
WARNING
Failure to install the insulation layer
Failure to install the insulation layer
may result in a fire hazard and void the
may result in a fire hazard and void the
warranty.
warranty.

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Cleaning
To clean the barrier screen and the cast front use a soft
brush.
If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall
be replaced with the manufacturer’s barrier for this
appliance.
To clean the fireplace glass window, refer to the
owner’s manual supplied with the appliance.
DO NOT clean the glass with ammonia.
Removing the front unit
Unhook the front unit. Lift it up by holding the
decorative grille. DO NOT lift it by holding the top.
Always securely replace the window, the front and the
barrier screen before lighting.
WARNING
Do not touch the barrier screen, the cast
front or the glass while they are hot! Let
the fireplace cool first before cleaning it.
WARNING
For your safety, ensure the barrier screen
For your safety, ensure the barrier screen
is reinstalled on the fireplace after
is reinstalled on the fireplace after
maintenance.
maintenance.

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Repair Parts List
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# Description Number Alternate no. Qty
1FrontUnit 568979 040A519 1
2 Door Hinge Bolt 568999 420K558 1
3 Ashpan Door 568989 540K048AZ 1
4 Washer 532529 100B810 1
5Magnetunit 569009 020A085 1
6FrontCasting 568929 050A255AZ 1
7 Front Casting Hook RH 568949 330A923 1
8 Front Casting Hook LH 568939 330A922 1
9TopCasting 568969 550K065AZ 1
10 Top Baffle 569019 340B252AZ 1
11 Rear Base Support 569079 340B236 1
12 Plinth 569059 350K967 1
13 Framing Plate 4000469 4000469 1
14 Heater Mounting Bracket 4000489 4000489 2
15 ZC Stand-offLH 569039 340B235 1
16 ZC Stand-offRH 569029 340B234 1
17 Insulation Layer 569049 620B987 2
18 Barrier Screen 4006382 4006382 1
Designed and Manufactured by / for
Miles Industries Ltd.
190 – 2255 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver, B.C., CANADA V7H 3B1
Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]
www.valorfireplaces.com
Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those given in this publication.

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Note : Ce kit doit être installé ou réparé par un installateur
qualifié, une agence de service certifiée ou un fournisseur
de gaz. Ces instructions doivent être utilisées conjointement
avec les instructions d’installation du modèle de foyer Valor
indiqué ci-dessus.
VITRE CHAUDE - RISQUE
DE BRÛLURES.
NE TOUCHEZ PAS UNE
VITRE NON REFROIDIE.
NE LAISSEZ JAMAIS UN
ENFANT TOUCHER LA VITRE.
L’écran pare-étincelles fourni avec ce foyer réduit le risque
de brûlure en cas de contact accidentel avec la vitre chaude
et doit être installé pour la protection des enfants et des
personnes à risques.
DANGER
!
DIRECTIVES D’INSTALLATION
Portrait
Devanture de fonte President 536CXB
Homologué pour usage avec les foyers Valor Portrait 530 seulement
Incompatible avec les foyers encastrables 530INI/IPI
INSTALLATEUR : Laissez cette
notice avec l’appareil.
CONSOMMATEUR :
Conservez cette notice pour
consultation ultérieure.
AVERTISSEMENT
Si les instructions fournies
dans le présent manuel ne
sont pas suivies à la lettre,
un feu ou une explosion
pourraient résulter et
causer des dommages
matériels, des blessures ou
la mort.
Applications
La Devanture de fonte President 536CXB est conçue
pour installer avec le foyer Valor Portrait 530 dans une
application à dégagement zéro.
La Devanture de fonte President 536CXB n’est PAS
compatible avec les foyers encastrables 530INI/IPI. Si
vous installez le 530 encastrable, utilisez la Devanture de
fonte President 536CXBI.