Valor Retrofire RF24IDN Installation instructions

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© 2011 Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.
Model RF24IDN/IDP
Direct Vent Fireplace Insert
Installation and Owner’s Manual
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.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light the appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
• 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.
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.
Manufactured by
MILES INDUSTRIES LTD., British Columbia, Canada
www.valorfireplaces.com
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an
after-market permanently located,
manufactured (mobile) home where not
prohibited by local codes.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual
with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual
for future reference.
Please read this manual BEFORE installing
and operating this appliance.
Massachusetts: The piping and final
gas connection must be performed by a
licensed plumber or gas fitter in the State of
Massachusetts.
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
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We recommend that our gas
hearth products be installed
and serviced by professionals
who are certified in the
United States by NFI (National
Fireplace Institute®).
Thank You ...
For purchasing a Valor Retrofire. Your new radiant gas heater is a technical appliance
that must be installed by a qualified dealer. Each Retrofire 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.
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 specifications 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).
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., 2011
Do not put
furniture or other objects
in this space in front of
the replace:
36” (0.9 m)
Fireplace
Hearth

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Safety and Warning Information...................................................................4
Specifications ................................................................................................5
Dimensions ....................................................................................................6
Vent Configurations.......................................................................................7
Vent Termination............................................................................................8
Existing Fireplace Preparation...................................................................10
Supply Gas Installation...............................................................................11
Vent Liner Rough-in.....................................................................................12
Appliance Preparation.................................................................................12
Firebox Installation......................................................................................13
Ceramic Fuel Bed Installation ....................................................................16
Window Refitting and Checking.................................................................17
Remote Control Initial Set-up.....................................................................17
Operation Check and Aeration Adjustment ..............................................18
Optional Cast Iron Fret Installation............................................................18
Optional Bottom Cover Installation ...........................................................19
Owner’s Information....................................................................................19
Remote Control Operation..........................................................................21
Options.........................................................................................................24
Lighting Instructions...................................................................................25
Wiring Diagram............................................................................................26
Approved Venting Components.................................................................27
Warranty .......................................................................................................28
Parts..............................................................................................................29
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Safety and Warning Information
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.
The glass door assembly MUST be in place and sealed
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 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.
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.

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Safety and Warning Information
Specifications
This appliance is intended for installation into existing
masonry or factory-built, solid-fuel burning
fireplaces only.
Approvals and Codes
This appliance is certified to ANSI Z21.88-2009 /
CSA 2.33-2009 American National Standard / CSA
Standard for Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in
Canada and the USA and to CGA 2.17-91 High Altitude
Standard in Canada. This appliance is for direct vent
installation terminating at the roof only.
Model RF24IDN is for use with Natural Gas only.
Model RF24IDP is for use with LPG only.
Conversion between fuels may only be done using the
approved conversion kits listed in the section Options.
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 Canadian Installation Code
CAN/CGA-B149. Only qualified licensed or trained
personnel should install this appliance.
This appliance, when installed , 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.
In Canada, please consult provincial and/or local
authorities having jurisdiction for installations at
elevations above 4,500 feet (1,370 m).
Operating Your Fireplace 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.
Model NG LPG
Gas Natural Propane
Altitude (Ft.)* 0-4,500 feet*
Input Maximum (Btu/h) 24,000 24,000
Input Minimum (Btu/h) 10,500 10,500
Manifold Pressure (in w.c.) 3.95 9.5
Minimum Supply Pressure (in w.c.) 5.0 11.0
Maximum Supply Pressure (in w.c.) 10.5 14.0
Main Burner Injector Marking 82-580 92-260
Pilot Injector Marking 51 30

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Dimensions
17-1/4”
Min. 12-1/8”
Max 14”
26-1/2”
1”
4-1/2”
1-3/4”
26-1/2”
1-1/8”
18-3/4”
16-1/2”
19-1/4”
12-1/8”- to window
12-7/8”- to brackets
14”- w/fret
Min. 12-1/8”
Max 14”
3-1/4”
3”dia.
Inlet
Gas Inlet
3/8”NPT Female
Gas Inlet
3/8”NPT Female
3”dia.
Exh
Front Face of
Cast Fret
Control Valve
Location
Optional Fret:
Mounting
Brackets
Optional Fan
Speed Control
Location
(this side at front)
Control Valve
Optional
Cast Fret
Adjustable
Convection
Baffle
Levelling
Feet
Side ViewFront View
Top View
Minimum Cavity Dimensions
The diagram shows minimum dimensions required to
install the RF24. Cavities having a combination of all the
minimum dimensions shown, although possible, may
prove to be difficult installations.
24-1/2”
8”
25-1/2”
27”
10” 11”
RA24TB Fret (Black) 1225VFB Ventana Fret (Black)
RA24CV Fret (Vintage Iron) RA24AV Fret (Vintage Iron)
Optional Frets
24-3/8”
7-5/8”
18”
17”
19-1/2”
27”
14”
Height to Smoke Curtain
Minimum Cavity
Important: A free space of 3/4 inch (19 mm) is required
in front of the window to allow the window to move and
relieve during a hard start. The use of the optional fret
sets this space with the fret bracket installed.
However, when the fret is not used and the bottom cover
is used instead, this space must be added to the depth as
a safety precaution. It is very important to ensure that
the area immediately in front of the window is kept
clear at all times even when not using a fret.

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Vent Configurations
10’
15’
20’
25’
30’
35’
40’
4’6”
5’0”
5’6”
6’0”
6’6”
7’0”
7’6”
8’0”
9’0”
10’0”
8’6”
9’6”
3”Liners
3” min. Bend
Radius
Vertical Vent Height
Allowable Horizontal Offset
10’ min. - 40‘ max.
559CLT
Co-Linear Terminal
See
Chart
559CLT
Termination
3”Inlet & Exhaust
Collars (exhaust collar
is slighthly longer)
10”
10”
Allowable Vent Configurations
The RF24 is certified for use with approved 3” diameter
flexible venting installed into an approved existing solid
fuel burning masonry or factory built chimney system.
The venting system must terminate vertically at the
roof using an approved termination cap. Both inlet and
exhaust liners must be run continuously from appliance
to roof termination.
Where possible, avoid joints in flex pipe. If joints
are required, use only connectors approved by the
manufacturer of the flex pipe. Field fabricated joints are
not allowed.
Any generic 3” diameter flexible venting approved
for venting gas appliances is acceptable. See list of
the approved venting components on page 27 of this
manual.
WARNING
Failure to position the parts in
Failure to position the parts in
accordance with these diagrams or
accordance with these diagrams or
failure to use only parts specifically
failure to use only parts specifically
approved with this appliance
approved with this appliance
may result in property damage or
may result in property damage or
personal injury.
personal injury.

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Vent Termination
The RF24 is approved for Vertical Co-Linear Termination Only. Two
3” diameter liners are required from top to bottom. The vent liners must
be connected to the proper collars (intake and exhaust) or the unit will
not operate properly. The method of flashing will depend on whether
the liners are installed into a rectangular masonry or round factory-built
solid-fuel burning chimney. It is important to seal the gap at the top
of the chimney in either case to avoid convective air loss up the
chimney. The integrity of the air-cooled function of factory-built chimney
systems must be maintained when installing terminations. Termination
of the chimney may need to be completed after the RF24 firebox is
installed and the slack vent liner pulled up—see Section Firebox
Installation.
Existing Square Chimneys
559CLT Co-Linear Terminal and 559SFK Square Flashing Kit are
recommended—see list of approved venting accessories on page 27.
Cut flashing kit to size. Allow extra around perimeter for drip edge to
be formed on site. Seal flashing to top of chimney using sealant (not
supplied). Fasten terminal to flashing using sheet metal screws as
shown.
Existing Round Factory-Built Chimneys
The 559CLT terminal is designed to fit existing 7” or 8” diameter factory-
built round chimneys without requiring additional flashing. Ensure the
installation of the terminal seals off the top of the chimney space to
avoid convective air loss. The diagrams below show a typical terminal
installation for an 8” diameter air-cooled chimney system.
559SFK Flashing
(cut to required
size and form
drip edge on site)
559CLT Terminal
Fasten to Flashing
with Sheet Metal
Screws (3 locations)
2 - 3”Flex Liners
18”
18”
Existing Air-Cooled Chimney
(Factory-Built Fireplaces)
Remove Top
Portion of
Terminal
Maintain Air-Cooled
Function of Existing
Chimney System
Install 2 - 3”dia.
Flex Liners
Identify
which
Liner is
Exhaust
EXH.
Connect Liners to
Corresponding
Collar on Terminal
using Sheet Metal
Screws (longer
collar is exhaust
collar)
EXH
7-5/8”dia.
10”dia.
10” 11”
559CLT
Fasten Terminal
to Flashing
(3 locations)
Ensure Flashing
Remains over
Air-Cooled
Openings
559CLT Termination
Ensure Exhaust
Portion of Chimney
is Sealed at Top

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Vent Termination
Vent Terminal Location
The venting system for this appliance is considered
to be a Special Venting System. The rule in the
Installation Code CAN/CGA–B149 requiring a minimum
vent height of 2 feet above any portion of a building
within 10 feet does not, therefore, apply.
Clearances for Vent Terminal
Overhang
should not
extend beyond
vent if within
48” of termination
cap
Horizontal
overhang
Vertical
wall
Min. 24”
(unvented sot)
Min. 36”
(vented sot)
Termination
cap
Min.
18”
Storm
collar
Roof
ashing
‘H’
Roof Pitch Minimum
‘H’ (feet)
Flat to 7/12 1’
over 7/12 to 8/12 1.5’
over 8/12 to 9/12 2’
over 9/12 to 10/12 2.5’
over 10/12 to 11/12 3.25’
over 11/12 to 12/12 4’
over 12/12 to 14/12 5’

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Existing Fireplace Preparation
A few points must be considered before inserting the
RF24 into an existing fireplace cavity. Generally, no
modifications are allowed to the existing fireplace that
will compromise the integrity of the existing fireplace.
Components that are bolted or screwed on such as
dampers or baffles may be removed to accommodate
the installation of the RF24 engine. Cutting away
any sheet metal parts of the existing fireplace
to accommodate the installation of the RF24 is
prohibited. Check with local authorities if in doubt.
Clean Fireplace and Chimney
Have the chimney swept and the fireplace cavity
including ash dumps and clean-outs cleaned before
installing the RF24 heater and vent liners. Any creosote
or soot residue remaining in the fireplace cavity,
chimney, or clean-out may cause odors or stains once
the RF24 insert is installed. Consult with chimney
sweep for information on how best to clean.
Existing Dampers
Factory-built, zero-clearance fireplaces will require the
damper to be removed in order to install the vent liners.
These dampers are usually bolted into place. Dampers
in masonry fireplaces must be fixed open and may
remain in place.
Ash Retaining Curbs
Some fireplaces (particularly factory-built) have a
raised curb at the front edge to retain ashes. Check the
dimensions carefully to ensure the RF24 engine will fit
behind any raised curb (some curbs may be removed
separately from the refractory base). The fret retainers
allow for some vertical adjustment of the cast iron fret
should the fret need to sit on top of the curb, otherwise
the fret will need to be eliminated or adequate room
provided behind the curb.
Gas Line Routing
Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding.
Utilize the existing hole for the gas line. If the factory-
built fireplace has no access hole, carefully drill an
access hole of 1.5 inch (38 mm) or less through the
lower sides or bottom of the firebox. The access hole
must be plugged with non-combustible insulation after
the gas supply line has been installed. See General
Dimension drawing for detailed location of gas inlet.
Also, take into consideration whether or not a fan or
shut-off valve will interfere when planning routing of the
gas line.
Existing Glass Doors and Wire Screens
Existing glass doors must be permanently removed
prior to installing the RF24 insert. Existing wire fire
screens may remain in place or new ones may be
added. The RF24 has been tested and approved to
operate with wire fire screens in the closed or open
positions.
Combustible Mantels
Combustible mantel clearances must conform to those
required for the original solid-fuel fireplace into which
the RF24 is being installed.
Paint Existing Refractory Liners
It may be desirable, for visual reasons, to paint the
existing refractory liners in black to blend in with the
RF24 insert once installed.
Attach Warning Label to Existing Fireplace
(label supplied loose with RF24 heater)
Attach the “This fireplace has been converted...”
label to the existing fireplace using screws or other
mechanical means and store any removed parts in
back of the existing fireplace for future use.

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Supply Gas Installation
• It’s preferable to rough-in the gas line at this point
before proceeding with the firebox installation.
• The gas supply inlet connection is a 3/8” NPT
female connector. For detailed location of this
connector, see drawing in section Dimensions. If a
circulating fan or isolating valve is to be installed,
adjust the routing of the gas line to suit.
• Use only new black iron or steel pipes or copper
tubing if acceptable—check local codes. Note that
in USA, copper tubing must be internally tinned for
protection against sulfur compounds.
• Unions in gas lines should be of ground joint type.
• The gas supply line must be sized and installed
to provide a supply of gas sufficient to meet the
maximum demand of the appliance without undue
loss of pressure.
• Sealant used must be resistant to the action of all
gas constituents including LP gas. Sealant should
be applied lightly to male threads to ensure excess
sealant does not enter gas lines.
• The supply line should include a manual shut-
off valve and union to allow the appliance to be
disconnected for servicing.
• Pressure test the supply line for leaks.
• The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must
be disconnected from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of that system at test
pressures in excess of ½ psig (3.5 kPa).
• The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shut-
off valve during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system at test pressures equal to or
less than ½ psig (3.5 kPa).
• Failure to either disconnect or isolate the appliance
during pressure testing may result in regulator or
valve damage. Consult your dealer in this case.
• The minimum supply pressure is given in the section
Specifications of this manual.
• All piping and connections must be tested for leaks
after installation or servicing. All leaks must be
corrected immediately.
Inlet Pipe
Manifold Pressure
Test Tap Supply Pressure
Test Tap
Loosen screw to check
(tighten afterwards)
Pressure Test Tappings
• When testing for leaks:
• Make sure that the appliance is turned off.
• Open the manual shut-off valve.
• Test for leaks by applying a liquid detergent
or soap solution to all joints. Bubbles forming
indicate a gas leak. Never use an open flame
to check for leaks.
• Correct any leak detected immediately.
• The pressure test tapping locations are shown in
figure below. A built-in non-adjustable regulator
controls the burner manifold pressure. The correct
pressure range is shown in the table in section
Specifications of this manual. The pressure check
should be made with the burner alight and at its
highest setting. See Lighting Instructions section for
full operating details.

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Vent Liner Rough-in
Rough-in the two 3” diameter vent liners into existing
chimney system being careful not to tear or damage
the liners in the process. It may be easier to install both
liners at the same time rather than one at a time. Leave
plenty of liner at the bottom end if the heater will be
connected while on the hearth (see diagram).
Two 3”dia.
Aluminum Liners
EXH.
Existing Fireplace Rough-In Liners
Appliance Preparation
Remove
Burner
Module
(10 screws)
Remove
Support Legs
(2 screws/leg)
Spring-loaded
Fastening Studs (2) 1/4 Turn
The size of the existing fireplace cavity will affect the
method of installation. Smaller fireplaces, particularly
factory-built zero-clearance fireplaces will require the
RF24 firebox to be disassembled then reassembled
inside the fireplace. Plan your particular installation
accordingly.
1. Unpack appliance.
2. Remove window.
3. Remove log pack from firebox.
4. Strip firebox down by removing:
a. Burner Module (10 screws),
b. Support Legs (2 screws per leg) (required
when inserting into small fireplaces only)
Remove Window
When connecting the liner in this manner it is best to
leave the top termination until later so the slack liner
can be lifted after the insert is in place (see separate
section for top termination). Designate and mark the
top and bottom of one liner as “EXHAUST” to avoid
confusion later.

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Firebox Installation
Reach Through Front
to Connect Liners
Reach Through
Top or Sides
to Connect Liners
Gear Clamps
Connection of liners to firebox
Trim liners if necessary and connect to the firebox
either while the firebox is on the hearth (Option 1)
or with the firebox in the cavity (Option 2). Use gear
clamps provided to connect the liners to the firebox.
If the liners are connected with the firebox on the
hearth, it will be necessary to pull the slack liner up
from the top of the chimney after the firebox is installed.
Option 1 - Connect liners with firebox on hearth Option 2 - Connect liners in fireplace
Support Legs Reinstallation (if removed)
With the firebox recessed behind the smoke curtain
of the existing fireplace, raise the firebox and place
the individual support legs under the firebox. Placing
a temporary shim under the firebox, such as a 2” x 4”,
Thread thumbscrews into support leg.
Raise left hand side of firebox and slip
LH support leg under. Fasten with
2 bolts as indicated.
Thread thumbscrews into support leg.
Raise right side of firebox and slip
RH support leg under. Fasten with
2 bolts as indicated.
may help while positioning the support legs. Tabs are
provided on the support legs to help position them.
Fasten the support legs at the points indicated by the
arrows using the bolts provided (2 per side).

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Firebox Installation
Burner Module Reinstallation
Note: If the circulating fan is to be installed it
should be done at this point before installing the
burner module. See instructions packaged with the
fan for details of the fan installation.
Reinstall the burner module using the 10 screws
removed previously.
Note: The upper baffle may be removed to gain more
room for the screwdriver to install the rear screws.
Reinstall Burner
Module
(10 screws)
Edge Fits Into
Cleat at Back
Remove Top Baffle
(2 screws)
(to provide space for a screwdriver)
Remove Top Baffle (optional)
Leveling the firebox in the hearth
The backside of each support leg has a leveling bolt. If
necessary, adjust the level of the firebox in the hearth.
Leveling
bolt
Front View
Side View
Fret bracket
Leg
Leveling bolt
BackFront
Leveling
bolt
Gas Line Connection and Fire Unit Testing
Connect the gas line to the burner module. Check
for leaks, purge the line, and test-fire the unit before
installing the window or proceeding with the remainder
of the install—see section Lighting Instructions.
Top Baffle Reinstallation (if removed)
Edge Fits Into
Cleat at Back
Reinstall Top Baffle
(2 screws)

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Top Convection Baffle Installation
Position the firebox as far back as possible within the
existing fireplace to allow ample space at front for the
fret and to allow convection air to flow under the smoke
curtain of the existing fireplace.
Position the top convection baffle with the threaded
studs pointing downwards into the slots at the top of the
firebox. Slide the convection baffle as far forward as
possible, angled down if possible, to force the air under
the smoke curtain, and tighten the wing nuts.
Convection Baffle
Wingnuts (2)
Start wingnuts on studs. Slide
Convection Baffle into slots.
Adjust Baffle Forward to Touch
Back of Smoke Curtain of
Existing Fireplace.Tighten
Wingnuts.
Firebox Installation

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Ceramic Fuel Bed Installation
Rear Log Touches
Front Log Here
Right Log
Locating Pins
Place Font Log onto locating
Pins at Each End
NG ONLY: Drop Rear Log into place
behind front log retainers.
LPG ONLY:
Drop Rear Log into
place centered side-
to-side against back
support so the log
sits more vertical.
Front Log locating pins
L/H Log Locating Pins
Place Middle Cross Log
Across Gap in Front Log
Place R/H Cross Log
Onto Locating Pins
Place L/H Cross Log
Onto Locating Pins
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1 2
Ceramic Log Set Installation
Carefully remove the ceramic logs from the packaging
taking care not to damage them. Install the logs as
described below.
Please note that the Rear Log will have a different
position depending of the gas type.
The position of the logs is critical to insure the
good performance of the appliance.

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Remote Control Initial Set-up
Window Refitting and Checking
Hook the window over the top edge of the firebox, and
fasten the bottom two spring loaded bolts by pushing
in and turning 90 degrees. Check that the window
moves freely against the spring by pulling out at the
bottom. If broken, the window may only be replaced as
a complete unit as supplied by the manufacturer.
Note: To remove the window, the optional bottom
cover or the cast iron fret and fret retainers will
need to be removed first—see sections Optional
Cast Iron Fret Installation or Optional Bottom Cover
Installation.
Check that Window
Moves Freely After
Reinstallation
Spring Loaded
Fastening Studs (2) 1/4 Turn
The receiver and the handset of the remote control
system must be initially synchronized before the first
use.
1. Insert alkaline batteries in the remote control
receiver and handset. The receiver is located left of
the control valve under the burner module.
2. With a sharp object, press and hold the receiver’s
reset button until you hear one short and one long
beeps. Release the reset button after the second
beep.
3. Within the subsequent 20 seconds, press the small
flame button ( ) on the remote handset until you
hear two short beeps confirming the sychronization
is set.
This is a one time setting only and is not required when
changing the batteries in the remote receiver. The
remote control system is now ready to use.

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Optional Cast Iron Fret Installation
Operation Check and Aeration Adjustment
Turn the fireplace up and down using the remote control to confirm
that the full range of inputs is achieved.
Light the fire and allow to warm up for 10–15 minutes to evaluate
the flame picture. The burner is equipped with an adjustable air
shutter to control primary aeration. See figures below. The shutter is
factory-set at an aeration gap, which will give optimum performance
for the vast majority of installations. In a few unusual installations,
flame picture may be improved by adjusting the aeration. The need
for adjustment should be determined only by operating the appliance
with the ceramic fuel effects and window installed.
Increasing aeration will cause the flame to appear more
transparent and blue making the ceramic fuel effects
glow more.
Decreasing aeration will cause the flames to appear
more yellow or orange making the fuel effects glow less.
Too little aeration may result in black carbon
forming and dropping into the firebox.
Air Shutter in
Open Position
Air Shutter in
Closed Position
Air Shutter
Air Shutter Retainer
Air Shutter Components
Fret Retainer Brackets Installation
Screw 2 thumbscrews into sides of each support
leg if not done previously when support legs were
installed. Fit the slotted holes in the fret retainers over
the thumbscrews, push fret retainers downwards and
tighten screws.
Cast Iron Fret Installation
Adjust screw heads on back of fret to the thickness of
the retainer bracket and drop the fret into place while
guiding the screw heads into the slots in the bracket.
Clip the ash pan cover onto the fret.
Drop fret with bolt into
slotted retainer (fret
adjusts up or down to suit)
Important: The fret retainer brackets are designed to
maintain the required space in front of the window to
allow the window to move and relieve during a hard
start. It is very important to ensure this area in front
of the window is kept clear at all times.
Slip fret retainer
over thumbscrews
and tighten screws

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Optional Bottom Cover Installation
Owner’s Information
Please read the
Safety and Warning
Information section at
the beginning of this
manual.
Operating Your Fire
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 the burner control knob is
kept pushed in at the PILOT position. See full lighting
instructions on page 25 of this manual.
Cleaning
It will be necessary to clean the glass periodically.
Check that Window
Moves Freely After
Reinstallation
Spring Loaded
Fastening Studs (2) 1/4 Turn
Warranty
Card at the
back of this
manual.
WARNING
DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT!
DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT!
Let the fireplace cool first before cleaning it.
Let the fireplace cool first before cleaning it.
CAUTION
Your fireplace becomes very hot when operating.
Your fireplace becomes very hot when operating.
Avoid placing decorating objects sensitive to heat
Avoid placing decorating objects sensitive to heat
within 36 inches (0.9 m) around it.
within 36 inches (0.9 m) around it.
Do not put
furniture or other objects
in this space in front of
the replace:
36” (0.9 m)
Fireplace
Hearth
Performance of LPG appliances may be affected by
the quality of commercial gas supplied in your area.
During startup, condensation, which is normal, forms
on the inside of the glass and causes dust, lint etc. to
cling to the glass surface. Initially paint, while curing,
may deposit a slight film on the glass. We therefore
recommend that, during the first few weeks of use,
the glass be cleaned two or three times with non-
abrasive common household cleaners and warm
water. Ammonia based cleaners should not be used.
Subsequently, the glass should be cleaned two or three
times a season depending on the circumstances.
Do not clean the glass while it is hot.
Always securely replace the window before lighting.
If broken, the glass pane may only be replaced
as a complete window unit as supplied by the
manufacturer.
It is necessary to remove the cast iron fret and
brackets or the bottom cover before removing the
window—see previous installation sections.
The window
can be removed
for cleaning by
rotating the two
fastening studs at
the bottom corners
90 degrees to
release, and
swinging the
bottom of the
window unit
outwards to
unhook the top edge.
After refitting the window, apply light hand pressure against
the window frame sides to bed-in the window seal.
Hook the upper flange of the bottom
cover onto the window bolts.
Important: When the bottom cover is used instead of a fret,
a space is required in front of the window to allow the window
to move and relieve during a hard start. It is therefore very
important to ensure that an area of 3/4 inch (19 mm) in front
of the window is kept clear at all times. Hook the top
flange of the
bottom cover
to the window
retaining pins
Top
Front Rear
Top flange
Bottom flange
(bends here)
Bottom
(end plates longer
than front plate
at bottom)
Rear View Side View
Top
Bottom
DO NOT use
this hole
An area of 3/4 inch (19 mm) in front of the
window MUST be kept clear at all times!

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Owner’s Information
ON
OFF
Manual On-Off Switch
In cases where you want to turn off your fireplace
and cannot do it with the remote control handset
(misplaced, lost, dead batteries, etc.) or if you need to
replace the receiver’s batteries, you can turn off the
appliance with the manual switch located on the right
hand side of the valve. If the wall switch is installed and
the remote control will not be used, remove the battery
from the handset and store it away.
If you are planning not to use your fireplace for a
prolonged period of time,
remove the battery from the
remote handset and turn off
the gas valve using the manual
ON/OFF switch.
Batteries
Low batteries signal: see page 24.
BEFORE changing the batteries, turn off the valve
using the manual On/Off switch—see instructions in
sub-section Manual On-Off Switch on this page.
The appliance uses four alkaline 1.5 V AA 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 loose power, the control may be operated by
manually turning the control knob at the valve or by
turning off the valve at the switch.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE a screwdriver or other metallic object
to remove the batteries from the receiver or the
handset! This could cause a short circuit to the
receiver.
To replace the batteries in the remote control
receiver:
1. The receiver is located to the left of the valve and it
is retained to the firebox by a Velcro tab. Grab the
receiver and pull it out from its location.
2. Slide and remove the receiver cover.
3. Replace the 4 AA alkaline batteries.
4. Replace the cover.
5. Put the receiver back in its position pushing it in so it
attaches to the Velcro tab.
Servicing
If any attention is required for your appliance, contact
your supplier quoting the model number. It will be helpful
if the appliance’s serial number can also be quoted. This
number is on the rating plate, which is located under the
burner. The replacement parts are shown at the end of
this manual. Please always quote the part number and
description when requesting spare parts.
Pilot Flame
Thermocouple
Probe must be
in Flame
Correct Flame Picture
Dust, etc. can be brushed from the ceramic fuel effects
and firebox walls after removing the front unit and
opening the window. Dust etc. can also be removed
from the burner using a soft brush after removing the
ceramic fuel effects. When cleaning, make sure that
no particles are brushed into the slots in the burner.
Checks
Aperiodic 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—see images below.
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, leaves, bushes, trees, etc, do not
obstruct it.
Examine the vent system and terminal regularly. We
recommend annually.