Vermont Castings Intrepid INDVRBDSB Installation instructions

113-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Intrepid®Direct Vent Gas Heater
Model: INDVRBDSB, INDVRCBSB,
INDVR-IFT-CB, & INDVR-IFT-BD
CERTIFIED
SAFETY BARRIER
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result
in serious injury, death or property damage.
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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
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– Immediately call your gas supplier from a
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instructions.
– If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
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gas supplier.
NOTICE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Installation & Operating Manual
Installation and Appliance Setup - Care and Operation
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OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Call your dealer for questions on Installation, Operation, or Service.
WARNING
!
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
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DANGER
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and must be installed.

223-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
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Note: Cast iron is an artisan crafted material, which is made the same way today as nearly 2000 years ago. Due to
the intrinsic primitive nature of the casting process, part to part variation is normal and adds to the character of
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5 Cleaning and maintenance
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6 Wiring Diagrams52
7 Service Parts List54
8 Optional Accessories61
9 Warranty Policy62
1 Important Safety Information
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2 Framing and Clearances
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4 Operating Instructions
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 38
 38
 38
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IntelliFire™ Touch 44
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IntelliFireTM46
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333-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
A. Massachusetts Safety Information
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INDVRBDSB, INDVRCBSB,INDVR-IFT-CB, & INDVR-
IFT-BD
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
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must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local
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— latest edition 
         
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          
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Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization
equipment or accessories, and repair and servicing of
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
that either in person or through a representative is engaged
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
of equipment, who is experienced in such work, familiar
with all precautions required, and has complied with all the
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
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
       
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
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

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



‘Direct Vent’ describes a sealed combustion system in which
   





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
  
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This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured

WARNING: Operation of this heater when not connected to a
properly installed and maintained venting system can result in
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 





WARNING: This appliance is hot while in operation. Keep
children, clothing, and furniture away. Contact may cause
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

clothing ignition.

in the same room as the appliance. Toddlers, young children


in the house. To restrict access to a stove or stove, install an
 
other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot
surfaces.
           
hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall
         
individuals.
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
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on or near the appliance.
Any safety screen, glass or guard removed for servicing an
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

         

and clearance for servicing and proper operation.
WARNING: Do not operate the Room Heater with the glass panel




appliance and to replace any part of the control system and


appliance was not designed. This appliance is designed to




controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous
operation.
Verify proper operation after servicing.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, nor for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
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1 Important Safety Information

443-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall
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       
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        
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         
licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon
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equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard
       
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In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not
be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall
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



Signage

       

the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas
fueled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall


OBSTRUCTIONS".
Exemptions


• The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment
Not Required To Be Vented" in the most current edition

• 
equipment installed in a room or structure separate from


Manufacturer Requirements
Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
      


the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation

•        

•          

Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided
       


      

•      
shall be included with the appliance or equipment
installation instructions; and
• 
by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall






Intrepid DV Direct Vent

Gas Heaters
!WARNING
This product and the fuels used to operate this product
        
        
        
       

B. California Safety Information
Inspection


unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon



553-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
A. Appliance Dimension Diagram
Figure 2.1
Stove Dimensions
2
2 Framing and Clearances
24-1/4”
(616mm)
13-11/16 (347mm) 21-3/16” (538mm)
13-7/8” (352mm) 21-3/4” (553mm)
16-7/16”
(418mm)
21-3/8"
(543mm)
18”
(457mm)
Centerline
of Flue Pipe
6-1/2”
(165mm)
C
L
Valve
Inlet
4”
(102mm)
C
L
Valve Inlet
32-1/4” (819mm)

663-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
B. Installation Requirements
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the

       

          

In Canada, installation must be in accordance with the current


        
techniques appropriate for your area to accomplish a safe



Figure 2.2
Direct Vent System
 
 
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C. Clearance Requirements




The Intrepid DV heater is approved for installation into
an alcove constructed of combustible materials to the


In choosing a location for the stove, consider:
• The location of outside walls;
• 
• 
• 
NOTE:



WARNING
!



children should be watched carefully when they are in the


         

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING
!
       


This appliance is for use only with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not

kit is used.
       

WARNING
!
     

          








 
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D. Hearth Requirements
Figure 2.4
2" (51 mm)
2"
(51 mm)
Corner Installation: Minimum Clearance
Figure 2.5
Wall and Ceiling Clearances
9"
(230 mm)
Max. Mantel
Width
Refer to
Fig. 2.6
4"
(102 mm)
Sidewall/
Trim 2-1/2"
(63 mm)
Rear Wall
Mantel Clearances
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Figure 2.6 - Mantel Clearances
Noncombustible
Materials
A
B
3" (75mm) Min.
Combustible
Mantel or
Trim Materials
45-1/2”
4” 4”
Min. Height = 69-3/4”, Min. Width = 33-3/16”, Max. Depth = 18-15/16”
Alcove Clearances
Figure 2.7
Figure 2.3
2-1/2"
(64 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
Parallel Installation: Minimum Clearance


heater is installed on a carpeted surface, a metal or wooden






CAUTION

       

used, but it will reach temperatures up to 110 °F in a room with


        




NOTICE: Clearances that do not meet the minimum guidelines

done at the installer’s risk.
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Horizontal Termination
 

           


•       

       

 

 
        

• 
• 

 G. Vent Terminations & Clearances

Model Fuel
Gas
Control
Max.
Input

Min.
Input

INDVR Series Nat Millivolt 17,000 12,500
INDVR Series  Millivolt 16,000 12,000
INDVR-IFT Nat IFT 17,000 12,500
INDVR-IFT  IFT 16,000 12,000
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the

      
        
     

High Elevations
Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are
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       
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      
jurisdiction.
      
authorities having jurisdiction for installations at
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Air Shutter Setting
Minimum injector air inlet opening
Model Natural Gas 
INDVR Series  
Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures
Natural Gas 
Inlet Minimum  
  
  
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For assistance or additional
     
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING
!
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Vertical Termination
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
There is a restrictor plate installed in the stove from the

  
        
to compensate for draft characteristics that could interfere
Note: There is no



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• 
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•           
initial elbow on the back of the unit before an additional
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•        
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Figure 2.9
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IS UNACCEPTABLE
VENTING
Vent Termination Clearances
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        

     
Check your vent termination clearances against Figures
2.10 and 2.11.
The vent should be placed so that people cannot be burned
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
The vent termination should be located where it cannot be

or snowblowers and it should be located away from areas
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Some considerations are:
• 
• Nearby combustible materials that could come into
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•        
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• 

        
sited include the location of outside walls, where additional
heat may be desired in the home, where the family members
       

IMPORTANT
       
the exterior wall or siding.
        
termination.
      
maintained.
For installations using DuraVent pipe, parallel installations
with minimum wall clearance have restricted access for
connecting the Horizontal Vent Cap straps to the vent
      
installation procedures.

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
• 

• 
      

• Maintain minimum clearances between vent pipes and

•          

 


There must not be any







Location of Vent Termination



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H. Chimney Diagram
CANADIAN INSTALLATIONS1US INSTALLATIONS2
 
or balcony
 
 
opened








  
condensation

condensation
 


terminal
 
   
   
   
 





   
 

other appliance








   
 
driveway located on public property
††
 
balcony
‡‡


Figure 2.10 
NOTE:
 
 
  

 


 
 

  


‡  

V
X
X
X
D
E
B
B
B
C
B
M
B
A
J
K
F
L
VENT TERMINATION AIR SUPPLY INLET AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED
H
I
Fixed
Closed
Operable
Operable Fixed
Closed
B
INSIDE
CORNER DETAIL
A
G
CFM145a
V
V
V
VV
V
V
V

1212 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Outside Corner
Inside Corner
Termination Clearances
Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors.
G =
Combustible
6" (152 mm)
Noncombustible
2" (51 mm)
F =
Combustible
6" (152 mm)
Noncombustible
2" (51 mm)
G
Balcony -
with no side wall
M =
Combustible &
Noncombustible
12" (305 mm)
M
Balcony -
with perpendicular side wall
M = 12" (305 mm)
P = 6” (152 mm)
M
F
Alcove Applications*
C
D
C
E
V
V
Combustible &
Noncombustible
E= Min. 2” (51 mm) for
non-vinyl sidewalls
Min. 12” (305 mm) for
vinyl sidewalls
O= 8’ (2.4 m) Min.
O
P
V
V
V
Figure 2.11 - Termination clearances.
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C






Caps
D C
1  
2  
3  
4  

1313 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
DuraVent Components
A. Venting Requirements & Options
Approved Vent System Components
         
 

       
are available from DuraVent Corporation or your Vermont

        

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3 
 
 
 
 
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 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Storm Collar 
Firestop Spacer 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Masonry Chimney Conversion Kit 
 
 

          


adapters, wall thimble, masonry and ZC


 
 
Rear Vent Termination Kit 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
Note:



1414 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23

Tools Required
• 
• 
• 
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• 
• 
• 
• 
Parts Bag Contents:
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 4" Starter pipe
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
Unpack Stove



          




WARNING
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        


-


CAUTION
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        





Important Safety Information




• Termination cap MUST NOT be recessed into a wall,
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• The installation must conform with local codes or in the

         

         
      

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 



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        
         

  

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WARNING
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     
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          
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WARNING
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Failure to follow these instructions may create a possible
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1515 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Before You Start

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        
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Items required for installation:
Tools:
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 
 
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Building Supplies:
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Outside Wall
Finishing Material
(Vinyl Siding, etc.)
Figure 3.1 - Termination cap on wall
General Information
The Intrepid DV is approved for installation only with the vent
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& Options”
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WARNING
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WARNING
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Termination cap must be positioned so the embossed
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           
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         
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

WARNING
!
     break seals on slip



INCORRECTCORRECT
Figure 3.2          

Figure 3.3

1616 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Secure the Vent Sections







Figure 3.4 - Screws into Slip Section
WARNING
!
 Improper support



Figure 3.5

To disassemble any two pieces of pipe, rotate either section,
          

Figure 3.7 - Rotate Seams for Disassembly
Figure 3.8
Figure 3.6

1717 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Horizontal Termination Cap:
WARNING
!
        

•        




wall and framing dimensions, refer to appliance
installation manual.
Install the Horizontal Termination Cap


       
      
connecting the termination to the pipe. When this

the interior wall surface and attach with screws provided.


 




     

CAUTION
!

       




        

Vertical Side Wall Installation:
NOTE: Refer to Figures 2.8 thru 2.10 for restrictor plate
adjustments for vertical vent runs.
          
         

      
       


      




Install gutter
Install L-shaped
diverter
Figure 3.9

1818 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
        

 



NOTE:      

 

 


X
Figure 3.11
Figure 3.10NOTE: Zero clearance

10"
(254 mm)
10"
(254 mm)
756O" Dia.
(190 mm)




metal pipe straps.
 
         


         

         
termination to the wall with screws provided and caulk

        


X
Figure 3.12


Termination Cap
Figure 3.13

1919 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Vent Termination Below Grade:




  
      If the venting system is

with adequate and proper drainage.
NOTE: Be sure to maintain side wall clearances and vent
run restrictions. Refer to Figures 2.3 thru 2.6.
 
 

         


 

 

        
        

          

        





Figure 3.14        


Sheet Metal
Screws and
Bracket




Firestop

Collar



Note:         


 

         

 



Example:
   
   
   
 

           


 
         
      

 

          


2020 3-90-30007474Vermont Castings • Intrepid DV-IFT Owner’s Manual_R27 • 06/23
Figure 3.16 - 


Support


Firestop
Spacer

Support Collar

Storm Collar
Vertical Termination
Roof Pitch  Roof Pitch 
   
   
   
   
   
   

Horizontal
overhang
12
X
20 in.
(508 mm)
Lowest
Discharge
Opening
Termination
Cap
Roof Pitch
is X / 12
Vertical
wall
H (min.) - Minimum height
from roof to lowest
discharge opening.
24 in. min.
(610 mm)
Storm Collar
Roof
Flashing
Figure 3.16        

For U.S. installations:


For Canadian installations:    

Options
         

        
        
locations such as attics, or spaces where corrosion is a


Snorkel Terminations are available for applications which

Planning Your Installation
There are two basic types of installations:
 
 