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Optima 45 - 3
Direct Vent Free Standing
Gas Heater
For use with Natural Gas or Propane*
WARNING: If the information in this manual is
USERS’ INSTALLATION
not followed exactly, fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss
of life.
OPERATION and
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing an Archgard fireplace! The Optima 45-3 is one of the most advanced direct vent fireplace heaters available. It is solidly designed using the latest technology and manufactured to the highest quality. It is our aim to provide you with an appliance for many trouble-free years of reliable service. The following are just some of the many features within your new gas fireplace: Heater Classification The Optima 45-3 is classified as a heating applia
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Caution and Safety Instructions 5 Appliance Certification / Installation Codes / Specifications / High Altitude Installation 6 Gas Connections 7 Appliance Dimensions / Description 8 Dimensions / Clearances / Alcove Installation 9 Locating Gas Heater / Vent Termination Locations 10 Allowable Termination Locations 11 Approved Vent Components / Venting Connection 12 Venting - Restrictor Placement 13 Venting Chart 14 Venting - Vertical Termination using Simps
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Optima 45 - 3 5 CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Archgard Optima 45-3 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace without reading and understanding this manual. Any installation or operational deviation from this instruction manual voids the Archgard Industries Warranty and may prove hazardous. This appliance must be installed by a qualified gas installer and the installation must conform to the installation codes. Provide adequate clearance around air openings of the
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Optima 45 - 3 6 APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION This appliance is tested and safety approved under the following US and Canadian gas appliance standards: - ANSI Z21.88b-2003 / CSA 2.33b-2003, Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters - CAN/CGA-2.17-M91, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes Please contact Archgard Industries Ltd., if you have any questions regarding the certification of this appliance. INSTALLATION CODES This appliance must be installed by a qualified gas appliance insta
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Optima 45 - 3 7 GAS CONNECTIONS Before connecting the appliance to the gas supply line, double check that the appliance you have purchased is designed for the gas type you are using. The gas type markings are located on the certification label and also on the appliance’s gas valve. Adequate clearance for proper installation and checking of the gas connections must be provided. All gas connections must be checked for gas leaks. Have your gas supplier or a qualified gas fitter
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Optima 45 - 3 8 APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS B C A DIMENSIONS A HEIGHT 30” (762 mm) B WIDTH 27” (685 mm) C DEPTH 17 ½” (444 mm) APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION UPPER LOUVERS GLASS DOOR LOWER LOUVERS MAIN CONTROL PANEL
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Optima 45 - 3 9 DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES TOP VIEW 4” (101 mm) BACKWALL 4” (101 mm) 11” (280 mm) 11” (280 mm) 4” (101 mm) SIDEWALL STRAIGHT INSTALLATION CORNER INSTALLATION ALCOVE INSTALLATION SIDE VIEW 2” (50 mm) to top, 1” (25 mm) to bottom and side surfaces of the vent 1” (25 mm) to the surface of the vent BACKWALL 24” (610 mm) minimum clearance 4” (101 mm) minimum required from top of the appliance clearance required to a combustible material NOTE: The Optima
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Optima 45 - 3 10 LOCATING GAS HEATER This appliance must be installed in a location that is free of plumbing, electrical wiring and heating or air conditioning ducts. Select a location that is accessible for venting. See ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS listed in this manual. NOTE: See venting chart for maximum and minimum vertical/horizontal venting configurations. VENT TERMINATION LOCATIONS 1. See ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS and establish a suitable vent termination locat
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Optima 45 - 3 11 ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS Canadian Installations (1) US Installations (2) Canadian Installations (1) US Installations (2) A= Clearance above grade, 12 inches (30 cm) 12 inches (30 cm) J= Clearance to non-mechanical air 12 inches (30 cm) 9 inches (23 cm) veranda, porch, deck, or supply inlet to building or the balcony combustion air inlet o any other appliance B= Clearance to window or 12 inches (30 cm) 12 inch
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Optima 45 - 3 12 APPROVED VENT COMPONENTS The appliance will not function without being connected to a proper venting system. This appliance may only use direct vent system supplied by Archgard, or Simpson Dura-Vent direct vent systems with the appropriate Adaptor dependent upon the venting guidelines within this manual. NOTE: Only venting components listed below are approved for the Optima 45-3 PART # DESCRIPTION TVK-FSU Archgard Top Vent Kit. Kit includes 9 ft (2.74 M) of 4”
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Optima 45 - 3 13 VENTING - RESTRICTOR PLACEMENT RESTRICTOR PLACEMENT FOR SIDEWALL VENTED APPLICATIONS ONLY WARNING: These restrictors are only to be installed in the vent system if the vent exceeds 10’ in vertical height. See below which restrictor to use. Installing them under any other circumstances may cause hazardous venting conditions and may result in personal injury, property damage or death. NOT FOR USE IN VERTICALLY VENTED APPLICATIONS Restrictor Number #1 Re
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Optima 45 - 3 14 VENTING CHART The appliance will not function without being connected to a proper venting system. This appliance may only use direct vent system supplied by Archgard, or Simpson Dura- Vent direct vent systems with Archgard SDK-3 adapter. 7.93 M 7.32 M No restrictors are to be used 6.71 M in vertical vent installations. V E Sidewall installation only 6.10 M R T 5.49 M I C 4.88 M A Note: No Installations are permitted outside of this L Sidewall
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Optima 45 - 3 15 VENTING - VERTICAL TERMINATION USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT PIPE The Optima 45-3 can be vented vertically using Simpson Dura-Vent Direct Vent System. To vent using Simpson Dura-Vent exclusively, you must use the Archgard SDA-U Adaptor and connect the (SDA-U) adaptor to the top of flue outlet on the Optima 45-3 gas fireplace. 1. Maintain 1” (25 mm) clearance (air space) to combustibles when passing through ceilings walls, roof, enclosures, attic rafter, or other nearby
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Optima 45 - 3 16 VENTING - VERTICAL TERMINATION USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT PIPE Typical Vertical venting NOTE: configuration using Simpson • Galvanized pipe is desirable above the roofline Dura-Vent Direct Vent System due to its higher corrosion resistance. Continue to add pipe sections throughout the flashing until the height of the vent cap meets the minimum Vertical Termination height requirements specified in Fig. 5 or local Cap codes. • For steep roof pitches, the ve
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Optima 45 - 3 17 VENTING - HORIZONTALLY USING ARCHGARD TVK-FSU VENT KIT NOTES: This Vent Kit must be installed directly onto the flue outlet of the heater. Maintain a minimum of 1” (25mm) sides and bottom, and 2” (50 mm) from the top surfaces of the horizontal vent. Use the vent spring spacers (Fig. 1) between the inner and outer vents at 3 ft (900 mm) intervals. Maintain at least a ¼ “ (6 mm) rise for every 12” (305 mm) horizontal vent. Use the included pipe joint compound and
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Optima 45 - 3 18 VENTING - BELOW GRADE USING FLEXIBLE DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR ARCHGARD SNORKEL KIT (Part # SNK-24) NOTE: The Archgard Snorkel kit is designed for 4” x 7” (101 mm x 178 mm) flexible gas liners that are NOT supplied with the Snorkel Termination Head and MUST be ordered separately. • If the Snorkel Termination is installed BELOW GRADE, (I.E. basement application) proper drainage must be provided to prevent water from entering the Snorkel Term
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Optima 45 - 3 19 VENTING - HORIZONTALLY USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS The Optima 45-3 can be vented horizontally using Simpson Dura-Vent Direct Vent System. To vent using Simpson Dura-Vent exclusively, you must use the Archgard SDA-U Adaptor and connect the SDA-U adaptor to the top of the Optima 45-3 as shown in Fig. 1. NOTE: Apply high temperature sealant to the SDA-U adaptor and the flue connection on the Optima 45-3. Seal all pipe joints and follow all venting in
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Optima 45 - 3 20 VENTING - HORIZONTALLY USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEM Fig. 1 1. Set the Optima 45-3 in its desired location. Determine if wall studs or roof rafters are in Refer to Venting Chart on Page 16 the way the when venting system is at- tached. You may want to adjust the location #1 of the unit to compensate. #2 2. Simpson Dura-Vent Venting System is de- signed with special twist-lock conne
