Vermont Castings A18CFLRN/P User manual

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CFM Specialty Home Products
Installation and Operation Instructions for Vented Gas
Log Set - DragonFire Hearth Kits
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
DO NOT STORE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS NEAR THIS OR ANY
OTHER APPLIANCE.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• SHUT OFF ALL GAS TO THE APPLIANCE.
• OPEN WINDOWS; DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRICAL SWITCHES. DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN
YOUR BUILDING.
• DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE; EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME
• IMMEDIATELY PHONE YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBOR’S PHONE. FOLLOW THE SUPPLI-
ER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
• IF YOU CANNOT REACH THE GAS SUPPLIER, PHONE THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
W A R N I N G
IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT,
CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY, OR LOSS OF LIFE.
ATTENTION
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PER-
FORMED BY A QUALIFIED AGENCY, INDI-
VIDUAL, FIRM, CORPORATION, OR COMPANY,
EXPERIENCED IN THE INSTALLATION, REPAIR,
AND SERVICING OF THIS TYPE OF GAS APPLI-
ANCE. DO NOT MODIFY, ALTER OR TAMPER
WITH ANY PART OF THIS HEATER, CONTROL,
OR LOGS. INSTALLER, CHECK LOCAL CODES
BEFORE INSTALLING THIS LOG SET. IN SOME
AREAS OF THE COUNTRY GAS LOG SETS ARE
RESTRICTED.
INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE:
DO NOT BEGIN INSTALLATION OF THIS GAS
LOG SET UNTIL ALL INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN
READ AND UNDERSTOOD. AFTER INSTALLA-
TION, LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE
OWNER.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES
Design Certified to ANSI Z21.60 and CGA 2.26 Standards
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND FOLLOW
THE WARNINGS. PLEASE RECORD YOUR
GAS LOG’S MODEL NUMBER FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE:
OWNER PLEASE NOTE:
Models A18CFLRN/P, A24CFLRN/P, A30CFLRN/P
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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property
damage. Read these directions thoroughly before installation. For assistance or additional infor-
mation, consult your gas log dealer, qualified installer, service agency or
gas supplier.
A properly sized, unobstructed chimney will normally vent all fumes and products of combustion. Any
odor or smoke detected in the room is an indication that the flue is not properly removing the combus-
tion products. Turn off the gas supply valve immediately! The cause of the venting problem must be
discovered and corrected before using this gas log set. Disregarding this warning can cause illness as
well as soot damage to your fireplace, room, and furnishings.
Young children are not allowed to operate this unit and must be supervised when they are in the same
room as the appliance. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and
away from furniture and draperies. In addition, clothing or other flammable material should not be
placed on or near the appliance.
If not installed, operated, and maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions, this product could expose you to sub-
stances in fuel or fuel combustion which are
known to the state of California to cause can-
cer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Do not use this appliance or any part that has
been under water. Immediately call a qualified
service technician to inspect the appliance and
to replace any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been under water.
WARNING
WARNING WARNING
WARNING
Technical Information
The operation of a gas log set, and the provision for combustion and ventilation air must
conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and applicable codes.
Gas Pressure Testing: This gas log set 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 1/2 psig (3.5 kPA). The gas log set 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 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa)
Component Parts: Only factory authorized components listed in these instructions may be used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority hav-
ing jurisdiction. Any modifications to this kit, or use of unauthorized components or accessory items
will void the manufacturer’s warranty, and may result in a hazardous condition.
WARNING

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Before You Begin -- ATTENTION!
A. The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional
service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from
carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
B. Your fireplace must include a chain mesh or similar screen. The screen must remain
fully closed while operating your log set. Any safety screen or guard removed for
servicing this appliance must be replaced prior to operation.
C. If your fireplace includes glass doors, they must remain fully open to allow for combustion
air during operation, and to prevent overheating of the gas valve.
D. Your log set must be installed in a solid fuel burning fireplace constructed of
noncombustible material with a working flue.
E. Solid fuels shall not be burned in the fireplace where your gas log set is installed.
F. If this log set is to be used with propane gas, your propane supply tank MUST include a
high to low gas pressure regulator, and must be located outside. DO NOT place supply
tanks inside any structure .
G. Never use sand or other dense pan material with propane gas: use vermiculite only.
H. Be sure to apply pipe joint compound to all non-flared, threaded connections involved in this
installation to avoid possible gas leaks. Compounds used in liquid propane
applications must be resistant to the action of that gas.
I. Always test for leaks using a soapy solution. NEVER USE OPEN FLAME.
J. The manufacture and shipping of your log set involves compounds which may cause
detectable yet harmless odors during initial operation. Provide extra ventilation to the
room for the initial 2-3 hour break-in period.
K. This gas log set may be installed in the approved fireplace in an aftermarket* manufactured
(mobile) home where not prohibited by state or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
L. The fireplace damper MUST be fully open when operating this log set.
Fireplace Specifications
Before installation, the chimney flue, venting system, and firebox must be cleaned of all soot,
creosote, ashes and loose paint, by a qualified chimney cleaner.
Your Fireplace Must Include:
• A working flue and venting system with the minimum openings indicated on Page .
• A gas supply shut off valve. If your fireplace does not have such a valve, one must be installed.

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CAUTION: If you answered “NO” to any item, or have any questions regarding your installation,
please contact your dealer/distributor for assistance.
Pre-Installation Check List YES NO
Is the gas supply inlet pressure correct?
NG: Min. 5.0” w.c./ Max. 10.5” w.c. LP: Min. 11.0” w.c.;Max. 14.0” w.c.
Does the firebox meet the minimum size dimensions below?
Is your fireplace plumbed with gas on the right side (facing) of the fireplace? If not, see
page 10.
Is the gas supply line sized properly (Minimum 1/2” Iron Pipe)?
Do you have a solid fuel (wood burning) fireplace with a vented flue?
Do you have a manual gas supply valve installed at your fireplace? If not, a licensed
plumber, gas company technician or other qualified installer must install one.
Have you checked local building codes? (Check with your local Building Dept.)
Does you fireplace have a wire mesh screen in place?
Propane Gas Units -- Minimum Clearances & Specifications
Set Input Width Flue Pressure Manifold
Size Btu/hr Back Front Depth Height Size Minimum Maximum Pressure
18” 40,000 19” 27” 15” 18” 51 sq.in. 11” w.c. 14” w.c. 11” w.c.
24” 45,000 23” 33” 15” 18” 51 sq.in. 11” w.c. 14” w.c. 11” w.c.
30” 60,000 30” 39” 18” 18” 79 sq.in. 11” w.c. 14” w.c. 11” w.c.
Min. Firebox Dimensions Minimum Gas Fuel Line
Natural Gas Units -- Minimum Clearances & Specifications
Set Input Width Flue Pressure Manifold
Size Btu/hr Back Front Depth Height Size Minimum Maximum Pressure
18” 54,000 19” 27” 15” 18” 51 sq.in. 5” w.c. 10.5” w.c. 3.5” w.c.
24” 75,000 23” 33” 15” 18” 51 sq.in. 7” w.c. 10.5” w.c. 3.5” w.c.
30” 75,000 30” 39” 18” 18” 79 sq.in. 7” w.c. 10.5” w.c. 3.5” w.c.
Min. Firebox Dimensions Minimum Gas Fuel Line

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This Damper Stop is designed to work on all CFM
Specialty Home Products BR, BC, SR, SC, TF and
TL series fireplaces. For all other fireplaces, refer
to Page 6.
When installing a decorative gas appliance in a
fireplace, some local codes require this Damper
Stop to be used so the Damper will not close com-
pletely. To install the Damper Stop:
The Damper Locking Bracket is already installed
on all BR, BC, SR, SC, TF and TL fireplaces. Lo-
cate the Damper Locking Bracket on the left side
of the fireplace’s Combustion Dome.
(Fig. 1)
With the Damper open, align the two slots on
either side of the cut-out on the Damper Stop with
the two small holes on the angled portion of the
Damper Locking Bracket. Attach the Damper
Stop with the Screws provided, as shown in
Figure 2.
NOTE: Some of the early fireplace units may not
have the holes in the end of the Damper Lock-
ing Bracket. If this is the case, use the Damper
Stop as a template to drill two (2) 1/8” holes in the
Damper Locking Bracket to mount the Damper
Stop.
NOTE: Your gas log set is assembled at the factory to be installed in a fireplace plumbed with the gas on
the right side (facing). If your fireplace is plumbed with the gas on the left side remove fittings on right and
left side of straight burner tube and switch sides, at the same time put front burner tube on right side with
the elbow fitting. (Fig. 5b)
You may also run a flexible connector (or as per local codes) along the back wall of the fireplace to bring
your gas line to the right hand side. You can then place the set in front of the flexible connector. (Fig. 5a)
Gas Plumbed on Left Hand Side of Fireplace
8” adjustable crescent wrench; Pipe thread sealant compound or teflon tape; 12” pipe wrench or channel
lock pliers.
Tools Required
Damper Stop Installation:
For Use with BR, BC, SR, SC, TF and TL Series CFM Specialty Home Products Fireplaces
Figure 1
Damper
Plate
LS854
Locate damper
lock bracket
11/99
Damper Locking Bracket
LS854
LS855
Attach damper stop
11/99
Figure 2
Damper Locking Bracket
Damper
Stop Screw
Damper Stop
LS855

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The Damper Stop provided keeps your damper from acciden-
tally closing during operation of your set. This Damper Stop
must be installed onto your Damper at all times. NOTE: The
damper clamp is designed to hold the damper plate open 3
inches. However, the damper must be fully open when the
log set is in operation.
Install the Damper Stop onto the edge of the damper plate. At-
tach by securing the bolt provided to the damper plate with an
adjustable wrench. (Fig. 3)
If the Damper Stop does not fit, drill a 1/4” hole into the damper
plate and install an
anchor bolt with nut, at a 90 degree angle, so that the damper
plate will remain fully open.
The proper finished installation of the Damper Stop is shown in
Figure 4. If the bolt fails to block the damper in an open posi-
tion, the damper should be removed from the chimney.
To check your vent for proper drafting: Light a tightly rolled
newspaper on one end and place it at the inside front edge of
the fireplace. Observe the smoke and be sure the vent is prop-
erly drawing it up the chimney. If the smoke is drawn back into
the room, extinguish the flame and remove any obstruction until
proper venting is achieved. If that fails, check with a qualified
chimney sweep.
Damper Stop Installation:
For Use with All Other Fireplaces
Connection to Gas Supply
1) Place the burner pan in the fireplace. The burner pan should be located several inches from the back
wall, centered from right to left.
NOTE: This is for burner connection purposes only.
Exact burner placement will be covered on Page 8,
after all connections have been made.
2) Attach the Gas Supply Fitting onto your
fireplace’s gas supply pipe, as shown in
Figure 5a or Figure 5b.
3) Attach one end of the Flexible Gas Connector
to the brass Burner Inlet Fitting which has been
factory installed into the burner.
4) Attach the other end of the Gas Connector to
the flared side of the Gas Supply Fitting.
Remember to use pipe thread sealant or teflon
tape only on the straight pipe threads. Do not
use on any flared ends.
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Damper clamp
Harris
Figure 3
Damper
Plate
Damper
Stop
DP104
Figure 4
DP103
Damper clamp
Harris
Chimney
Clamp
Damper
DP103
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Adding Pan Material
1) Open the bag of Silica Sand and spread
it evenly across the Burner Pan, to the top,
as shown in Figure 7. You may overflow the
front and sides of the pan to cover the entire
pan and connecting hardware. Note: Sand is
for use with Natural Gas ONLY! Vermiculite
or Lava Rock must be used in place of Sand
for Propane Gas. Refer to Propane Conversion
Kit Manual for details.
2) Next, open the bag of Glowing Embers
and place them on top of the Silica Sand,
evenly across the Burner Pan. Be sure to
separate the Glowing Embers into very
small pieces before placing them onto
the Silica Sand.
Remote Installation
Connect remote (GWSK or MRC 1, 2, 3) wires
to ON/OFF/RS switch. (Fig. 6) If the MRC
(remote) is used, the receiver can be placed
to the front right of the gas valve to ensure
safe operation.
Thermo Generator
(“Thermopile”)
Pilot
Assembly
ON/OFF/RS
Switch
Remote
Switch
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Figure 7
Glowing
Embers
Silica Sand
Glowing
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Figure 8
Fettel Cast
Front Grate
Grate Clip
Grate
Grate
Steps
1) Place the Elevated Grate Steps onto the back
of the Grate and attach the Fettel to front of Grate
as shown in Figure 8.
2) Place the Grate over the Burner Pan so the
front legs of the Grate are 1” behind the front edge
of the Pan, as shown in Figure 9.
3) Place the larger bottom logs (longer log in back,
shorter (2) in front) onto the grate, leaving as much
space between them as possible. (Fig. 9) When
burning, the flames should come up directly between
these two logs.
4) Next, place the smaller top logs diagonally onto the
bottom logs. The top logs can be arranged to achieve
your desired flame pattern. Refer to Figures 10, 11
and 12 (R18CFL, R24CFL, and R30CRL). Be sure you
leave as much open space between the logs as possible
to minimize flame impingement and sooting.
5) Open the bag of Lava Rock and spread the rocks
onto the fireplace floor around the burner pan for
decorative purposes. (Fig. 7)
Grate and Log Placement
A18CFLR Log Set
A24CFLR Log Set
Figure 10
Figure 11
R18CFLR, R24CFLR and R30CFLR Log Sets
Figure 12
A30CFLR Log Set
Figure 9
1"
CFM130
R-CFL Gas Log Sets
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The pilot will resist lighting on new installations
due to air in the gas supply line. It may take sev-
eral minutes to bleed air completely out of the gas
plumbing system through the pilot line.
This appliance has a pilot which is lit by a spark igni-
tion device (piezo). If the piezo fails, then light the pilot
using matches following the Match Lighting instruc-
tions below.
1) STOP! Read the safety information above.
2) Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to “OFF”.
3) NOTE: Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to
“OFF” unless knob is pushed in slightly. Do not
force.
4) Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you
then smell gas, STOP! Follow the safety information
above. If you don’t smell gas, go on to the next step.
5) Turn the control knob counterclockwise to “PI-
LOT” and push in. Continue to hold the control knob
in and push the piezo igniter button in until the pilot
lights.
6) Continue to hold the control knob in for about one (1)
minute after the pilot is lit. Release the knob and it
will pop back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out,
repeat steps 3 and 4.
7) If the knob does not pop out when released, stop and
call your service technician or gas supplier. If the pilot
will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas control
knob to “OFF’ and call your service technician or gas
supplier.
8) Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to
“ON”. CAUTION: Be sure ON/OFF/RS switch is in the
off (middle) position. Also, the GWSK should be in
the “OFF” position and/or the remote should be in the
“OFF” position before turning the control knob “ON”.
If pilot goes out, repeat steps 4 and 5.
9) Turn ON/OFF/RS switch to “ON” or remote position.
Turn remote switch to “ON”.
10) Flame is adjustable by rotating the “HI/LO” knob.
Lighting the Pilot
Before operating, smell all around the appliance area for gas odor. Be sure to smell near the floor because
some gases (propane) are heavier than air and will “pool” on the floor.
Use only your hand to push or turn the gas control dial. NEVER USE TOOLS. If the knob will not push in
or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualified technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a
fire or explosion.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance
• Do not touch any electrical switch, do not use any phone in your building
• 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
For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
WARNING: If you do not follow these directions exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Leak Test Procedures
Create a mixture of equal parts soap and water. Apply to all the joints of the pipe fittings from the gas supply
pipe to the burner. Turn on the gas supply valve for no longer than 3-5 seconds. If bubbles appear in the soap
solution applied to the joints, there is a leak. Turn off the gas supply valve and tighten those fittings. Repeat the
above procedure until no bubbles appear in the soap solution. Remember to test all joints.
WARNING: DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO TEST FOR LEAKS!
NOTE: Always perform a leak test any time the appliance has been moved or disconnected from the
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Troubleshooting
Log Set Is Smoking/Sooting Excessively
It is natural and unavoidable for vented gas log sets (especially propane) to produce moderate levels
of carbon (soot) where flame contacts the logs. The logs can be cleaned using a soft-bristle brush.
However, if soot is produced where there is no flame impingement, one of the following may be the
cause:
Fireplace venting system not drafting properly: Make sure the damper is wide open at all times.
Preheat the flue in very cold weather by burning the log set at a very low level, then slowly increas-
ing the flame height over a matter of hours. Have the fireplace and the venting system professionally
cleaned.
Excessive flame impingement or blockage: Make sure there is proper spacing between the logs so
they are not smothering the flame. Rearrange the logs so they are touched less by the flames.
Excessive gas supply/pressure: Make sure the gas pressure coming into the fireplace does not ex-
ceed the maximum pressure allowed with this gas set (refer to tables on Page 4).
Match Lighting
Burner is Excessively Noisy
Please note: The movement and combustion of gas will create low, unavoidable levels of noise.
Passage of air/gas across irregular surfaces: There may be burrs, paint, or other blockages on the
burner bar ports. Check these ports and remove any blockage.
Excessive gas pressure: Make sure the gas pressure coming into the fireplace does not exceed the
maximum pressure allowed with this gas set (refer to tables on Page 4).
Flexible Gas Connector: Relieve any tight bends or kinks in the Flexible Gas Connector. Switch to a
less flexible gas connector, which can be purchased at any hardware or home improvement store.
1) Follow the “Lighting the Pilot” instructions steps 1 thru 4 above.
2) Push the control dial in all the way and hold. Immediately light the pilot with a match. Continue to hold
the pilot for about one minute after the pilot is lit. Pilot should remain lit. If the pilot goes out, repeat
Lighting the pilot steps 1 thru 4 above and this step 2.