Vermont Castings Intrepid II User manual

VERMONT CASTINGS, INC.
Intrepid II
Model No. V10R NAT. GAS
V10G
V10CB
Model No. V12R L.P.G
V12G
V12CB
GC No. 32-227-01
DECORATIVE COAL EFFECT GAS STOVE
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
Hand these instructions to the user
This appliance is only for use on Natural Gas (G20) at a supply
pressure of 20 mbar in GB / IE (Model No. V10)
or

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Propane G31 at a supply pressure of 37mbar in GB / IE (Model
No. V12)

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CONTENTS
PAGE
Section 1 Information and Requirements
1.0 Appliance Information 3
1.1 Conditions of Installation 4
1.2 Flue and chimney suitability 4
1.3 Clearance to Shelfs – Rear Flue Fitting 5
1.4 Clearance to Beams – Top Flue Fitting 5
1.5 Chimney inspection 5-6
1.6 Hearths 7
1.7 Spillage Monitoring System 7
1.8 Fitting of the removeable door handle 7
Section 2 Installation of the stove
2.1 Unpacking the stove 8
2.2 Installing the stove 8
2.3 Min. / Max. dimensions of builders opening 9
/ void for rear flue fitting
2.4 Min. / Max dimensions of Inglenook for top 10
Flue fitting
2.5 Installation into brick or stone built 11-13
chimney
2.6 Installation into brick or stone built chimney 14-16
utilising a closure plate.
2.7 Installation using metal flue pipe with no 17-19
chimney.
2.9 Rotation of the flue spigot collar 20-21
2.10 Fitting the flue pipe or elbow to the stove 21
2.11 Making the gas connection 22
2.12 Gas soundness & burner pressure 22
Section 3 Assembling Fuel Bed and Commissioning
3.1 Assembling the ceramics and fuel bed 23-26
3.2 Lighting the appliance 27
3.4 Checking for clearance of combustion 27-28
products
Section 4 Maintenance
4.1 Removal of the burner assembly 29
4.2 Removal of the control tap 29
4.3 Removal of the pilot assembly 30
4.4 Removing the spillage detection switch 30
4.5 Adjustment of the door latch 30
4.6 Flue pipe options 31

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SECTION 1
INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS
1.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION
Main injectors (2 off) Size 280-Nat gas / Size 120-LPG
Pilot Type S.I.T. Oxystop
Type (YA OP 9055) – Nat gas
(YA OP 9604) - LPG
Max. Gross Heat Input: 6.8 kW
Min. Gross Heat Input: 4.2 kW
Gas Rate 0.6 m3/hr
Inlet Pressure : (20+/-1.0mbar Nat gas) (8.0 +/- 0.4 in w.g.)
(37+/-1.0mbar LPG) (14.8 +/- 0.4 inw.g.)
Ignition Integrated piezo ignition on Valve
Electrode Spark Gap 4.5mm
Weight (not including packaging) 79 Kg
Stove Dimensions
Width: 545mm
Height: (Top vent) 642mm
Height: (Back vent) 610mm
Depth: (Top vent) 540mm
Flue collar size 150mm (diameter)
Gas Connection 8mm Compression
(Supplied with stove)
32mm to end
of horizontal
vent collar.
540mm
350mm
180mm
642mm
545mm
545mm
610mm
460mm
610mm
to top of
flue in
rear flue
position

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
1.1 CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION
It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a CORGI Registered Installer, in
accordance with these installation instructions and the Gas Safety (Installation and Use)
Regulations (current edition) and the rules in force. Failure to install appliances correctly
could lead to prosecution. It is in your own interest and that of safety to comply with the law.
The installation must also be in accordance with all relevant parts of the Local and National
Building Regulations where appropriate, the Building Regulations (Scotland Consolidation)
issued by the Scottish Development Department, and all applicable requirements of the
following British Standard Code of Practice.
1. B.S. 5871 Part 3 Installation of Decorative Fuel Effect Gas Fires
2. B.S. 6891 Installation of Gas Pipework
3. B.S. 5440 Parts 1 & 2 Installation of Flues and Ventilation
4. B.S. 715 Metal flue pipes for gas appliances
5. B.S. 6461 Part 1 Installation of Chimneys and flues
6. B.S. 1289 Clay Flue Blocks and Terminals
7. I.S. 813:1996 Domestic Gas Installations
No purpose made additional ventilation is normally required, for this appliance in GB.
NB. For appliances installed in Republic of Ireland, refer to Domestic Gas Installation
document listed above for specific ventilation requirements.
1.2 FLUE AND CHIMNEY SUITABILITY
Minimum diameter of circular flues 125mm
Minimum effective height of all flue types 2.5 metres
Maximum horizontal flue length 150mm
1.3 CLEARANCES TO SHELF’S – REAR FLUE FITTING

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The stove may be fitted below a combustible shelf providing there is a minimum distance of
250mm above the top of the stove and the shelf does not project more than 150mm. If the
shelf overhangs more than 150mm the distance between the fire and the shelf must be
increased by 15mm for every 25mm of additional overhang over 150mm. See Graph below
1.4 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE BEAMS WITHIN INGLENOOKS – TOP FLUE
FITTING
The stove may be below a combustible beam providing there is a minimum distance of
610mm above the top of the stove and that it does not extend in front of the stove. There
must be a minimum distance of 300mm to any combustible side or rear surface, and 100mm
to any non-combustible side or rear surface.
1.5 FLUE / CHIMNEY INSPECTION
Forward Shelf Projection Allowed (mm)
Shelf Height
Above Top of
Stove (mm)
0 150 175 200 225
295
280
265
250
0
Stove Must Not be
fitted below a Shelf
Height of 250mm

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Before commencing installation, a flue or chimney should be inspected to ensure that all the
following conditions are satisfied.
1. Check that the chimney / flue only serves one fireplace and is clear of any obstruction.
Any dampers or register plates must be removed or locked in the open position.
2. Brick/stone built chimneys or any chimney or flue which has been used for an appliance
burning fuel other than gas must be thoroughly swept. The base of the chimney / flue must
also be thoroughly cleared of debris etc.
3. Any under-floor air supply to the fireplace must be completely sealed off.
4. Ensure that the inside of the chimney / flue is in good condition along it’s length and
check that there is no leakage of smoke through the structure of the chimney during and
after the smoke pellet test.
5. The stove can be installed into various flue pipes (in accordance with BS. 715) with a
minimum internal diameter of 125mm.
6. Using a smoke pellet, check that there is an up-draught in the chimney / flue and
that the smoke can be seen issuing from the terminal / chimney pot outside. There
must be no leakage of smoke through the structure of the chimney during or after the
smoke pellet test and it is important to check inside upstairs rooms adjacent to the
chimney / flue. Check the chimney pot / terminal and general condition of the brickwork or
masonry. If the chimney or flue is in poor condition or if there is no up-draught do not
proceed with the installation. If there is a history of down-draught conditions with the
chimney / flue, a Tested and Certificated flue terminal or cowl suitable for the relevant flue
type should be considered.
A spillage test must always be carried out during commissioning of the
appliance, see page 30 & 31 for details.

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1.6 HEARTHS
The hearth used with this product should extend 75mm in front of stove and 150mm either
side of the stove
1.7 SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM
This appliance is fitted with a draft diverter and thermal switch. This is designed to shut the
fire off in the event of a partial or complete blockage of the flue causing a build up of
combustion products in the room in which the stove is operated. The following are
important warnings relating to this spillage monitoring system :-
1) The spillage monitoring system must not be adjusted by the installer.
2) The spillage monitoring system must not be put out of operation under any
circumstances.
3) When the spillage monitoring system is exchanged only a complete original
manufacturers part may be fitted. It is not possible to replace individual parts on this
appliance, only a complete assembly may be fitted.
1.8 FITTING THE REMOVEABLE HANDLE TO THE STOVE DOOR
The door handle which comes with the stove is designed to be removeable to prevent
overheating during long periods of use. To use the handle, simply slide the collar into
the door handle and open the doors. When you have either opened or shut the doors,
remove the handle and store in a safe place.
IMPORTANT NOTICE : PLEASE INFORM THE CUSTOMER THAT THIS
STOVE MUST NOT BE RUN WITH THE DOORS
IN THE OPEN POSITION, OR IF THE GLASS IS
BROKEN OR MISSING.
A LABEL STATING THIS MESSAGE IS ADHERED TO THE GLASS DOORS OF THE
APPLIANCE PLEASE ASK THE CUSTOMER TO REMOVE THIS LABELTO
ENSURE THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THIS BEFORE LIGHTING THE STOVE FOR
THE FIRST TIME.

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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION OF THE STOVE
2.1 UNPACKING THE STOVE
Carefully remove the stove from its packaging taking care not to damage the gas controls
located beneath the appliance . Remove the loose items from inside the stove. Check the
contents as listed :-
NOTE: This appliance is extremely heavy so care should be taken when lifting the
stove from its packaging.
Packing Check List
1off Handle (enamel stoves)
2off Handle ( cast iron stoves)
1off Boxed hard ceramic fuelbed and 23 synthetic coals
(18 Large and 5 Small)
1off each User instruction book and Installation book
1off Touch-up paint (enamel stoves only)
1off Black Closure Plate
7off Closure Plate Fixing Screws (for use with closure plate)
1off Spigot Extension (for use with closure plate)
NOTE: NO OPTIONAL SHORT LEGS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE INTREPID II GAS
STOVE.
CLEAN THE GRIDDLE BEFORE USE
At the factory we coat the griddle with vegetable oil to prevent rusting while the stove is in
transit or storage. Remove the oil with a dry rag or paper towel before you use the stove.
2.2 INSTALLING THE STOVE
Due to the weight of this appliance (79kg) it does not require any additional fixing methods.
There are several methods of installing the flue system for use with the Intrepid II stove.
Please follow the installation criteria stated below dependent upon which type of flue you
are planning to install the Intrepid II gas stove into :- See page 31 for flue pipe / elbow
options.
If you have a stone or brick built chimney, please refer to pages 11 to 13 for method
of installation.
If you have a stone or brick built chimney with or without an integral clay flue liner
fitted and are planning to fit the stove using a closure plate, please refer to pages 14-
16 for method of installation.
If you have no chimney, and are planning to fit the factory manufactured flue pipe or
an alternative flue pipe, please refer to pages 17 to 19 for method of installation.

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2.3 MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM DIMENSIONS OF BUILDERS OPENING / VOID –
REAR FLUE FITTING
NOTE : Maximum dimensions when measured on individual installations must not
calculate to exceed a void volume of 247dm3, or be less than 12 dm3. See page 14
for example calculation.
Flat Surface Area
Width = 525mm
Height = 660mm
Height
Min = 635mm
Max = 660mm
Width
Min = 450mm
Max = 500mm
Depth
Min = 200mm
Max = See Note
Below