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B-VeNt deCorA tIVe GAs FIrePlACe
oWNer’s oPerA tIoN ANd INst AllA tIoN mANu Al
PFS
®
US
models P324e, VP324e, P325e(B) ANd VP325e(B)
NAturAl GAs
W ARNING: If the information in these instructions
is not follow ed exactly , a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
— Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GA
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W ARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct in- stallation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer , service agency or the gas supplier. NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to ins
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1. This appliance is only for use with the sAFety type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use WARNING: This product con- with other gases unless a certified kit is tain s an d/o r generates ch emicals used. known to the State of California 2. For propane/LP fireplace, do not place to cause cancer or birth defects propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP supply or other reproductive harm. tank(s) outdoors.
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sAFety Continued 11. Keep the area around your fireplace codes, with the National Electrical Code, clear of combustible materials, gasoline ANSI/NFPA 70. and other flammable vapor and liquids. 15. Do not install fireplace directly on carpet- Do not run fireplace where these are ing, vinyl tile or any combustible material used or stored. Do not place items such other than wood. The fireplace must set as clothing or decorations on or around on a metal or wood panel extending the fireplace. ful
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INtroduCtIoN Continued WARNING: Installation of CAUTION: Do not connect this appliance should be done appliance before pressure test- ing gas piping. Damage to gas by a qualified service person valve may result and an unsafe well trained in the installation condition may be caused. o f s u c h a p p l i a n c e s . Y o u w i l l also need a building permit from The appliance and it’s individual shutoff valve your local Building and Safety must be
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ProduCt sPeCIFICA tIoNs GAS RATING - NATURAL P324E, VP324E P325E(B), VP325E(B) Max. Input Rating: 15,000 Btu/Hr 25,000 Btu/Hr Manifold Pressure: 3.5" WC (.87 kPa) 3.5" WC (.87 kPa) Minimum Supply Pressure: 4.5" WC (1.12 kPa) 4.5" WC (1.12 kPa) Maximum Supply Pressure: 10.5" WC (2.66 kPa) 10.5" WC (2.66 kPa) Orifice Size: # 49 # 40 GAS RATING - PROPANE/LP Max. Input Rating: 15,000 Btu/Hr 25,000 Btu/Hr Manifold Pressure: 10" WC (2.49 kPa) 10" WC (2.49 kPa) Minimum Supply Pressure: 11" WC (2.74 kPa
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Pre-INst AllA tIoN PrePArA tIoN CLEARANCES MANTEL CLEARANCES AND WALL Minimum clearances to combustibles are: DETAILS • Top of Spacers 0" min. A combustible mantle shelf maybe installed • Back/Sides of Outer Surround 0" min. a maximum 12" (22.90 cm) from the wall. Figures 5 and 6 show the minimum allow- • Drywall to Sides of Front Face able distances from various combustible (Nailing Flanges) 0" min. mantle components in relation to the fireplace • “B” Vent Surfaces 1" min. opening. • Ceil
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Pre-INst AllA tIoN PrePArA tIoN Continued FRAMING 1. Frame appliance enclosure as illustrated in Figures 7 and 8. Note: If a wall covering is used to line enclosure, then all measurements must be from surface of covering. 5 36 /8" 2. Place appliance into framing and secure. 1 16 /8" Note: If appliance is to be raised above floor level, a platform must be built to 3 34 /4" support appliance. 3. Install supply line to appliance using a Figure 7 - Rough Opening for Installing 1/2" NPT blac
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VeNtING INst AA ll tIoN Continued This appliance may be vented through a In each case the offsets must be supported manufactured chimney system or a masonry and firestops must be positioned wherever chimney using a B-vent adapter or a chim- the vent must pass through a sub-floor, ceil- ney liner system if all are listed, inspected ing joist or an attic overhang. The vent pipe and approved by local codes and/or building must terminate vertically into a listed type vent authorities. cap and ex
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VeNtING INst AA ll tIoN Continued It is not recommended that this appliance be CHECKING FOR PROPER VENTING common vented with an existing gas burning After completing and checking electrical, appliance. However, if it becomes necessary gas and vent connections, follow lighting to common vent this appliance, the venting instructions and allow main burner to run system must be sized and configured in ac- for approximately 5 minutes. Hold a lighted cordance with the common venting guides
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FIrePlACe INst AllA tIoN WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION Fireplace Remote Receptacle The installation of a wall switch allows you Control to activate the gas control valve and turn the Receiver fireplace on and off. The wall switch is to be connected to the incoming 120 volt regular household wiring that supplies the electricity to the fireplace. Refer to Wiring Diagram, page 21. OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL Extension Ignition Module INST ALLA TION (Model WRC) Cord Plug Note: If using optional w
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FIrePlACe INst AllA tIoN Continued GAS LINE HOOK-UP C A U T I O N : C o m p o u n d s u s e d W ARNING: Gas line hookup on threaded joints of gas piping should be done by your gas suppli- shall be resistant to the action er or a qualified service person. of Liquefied Petroleum (LP or propane) and should be applied lightly to ensure excess sealant WARNING: Before you pro- does not enter the gas line. c e e d , m a k e s u r e y o u r g a s
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FIrePA l Ce INst AllA tIoN Continued Sediment Trap (Not Supplied) Incoming 1/2" Gas Line Permitted by Local Codes 3" Min. (7.6 cm) Figure 17- Sediment Trap Red Surface Indicates For Propane/LP Use Only Equipment Flexible Gas Line Shutoff Valve Do NOT Kink 1/2" NPT Incoming Inlet Pressure Tap Gas Line Outlet Pressure Tap Note: 1) Wire Connections Not Shown for Clarity 2) * 1/8" NPT Plugged Tapping Figure 18 - Connecting Flexible Gas Line to Millivolt Valve GRATE PLACEMENT The grate must b
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FIrePA l Ce INst AA ll tIoN Continued EMBER AND PAN MATERIAL LOG PLACEMENT FOR P324E/ PLACEMENT VP324E MODELS 1. Open bag(s) of vermiculite and fill entire 1. Place front log (log 1) onto front of grate burner pan until burner tube is completely sliding log all the way forward against covered (see Figure 20). grate fingers (see Figure 23). 2. Smooth pan material just even with edges 2. Insert pegs on bottom of rear log (log 2) into of burner pan. holes in rear of grate (see Figure 23). 3. Rem
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FIrePA l Ce INst AllA tIoN Continued 3. Rest front of log 3 between first two grate Log 3 fingers on left of grate assembly and rear of log 3 into notch on left front of log 1(see Log 4 Figure 26). 4. Place top of log 4 into notch on log 1. Rest log 4 on center of grate as shown in Figure 27. 5. Place top of log 5 into notch on top right of log 1 (see Figure 27). Rest log 5 be- tween two middle grate fingers as shown in Figure 28, page 16 To enhance the look of the hearth you may option
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FIrePlACe INst AA ll tIoN Continued APPLIANCE ENCLOSURE NOTICE: Do not put lava rock Before finishing enclosure around appliance, inside the burner pan or around inspect all joints around outer surround. Any the air mixer fitting. Placing lava gaps between nailing flanges and framing rock inside the burner pan or should be sealed with noncombustible insula- blocking the openings of the pro- tion or caulking. If mounted on a raised platform, it must be a pane/LP
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FIrePlACe INst AA ll tIoN Continued 4. Tilt glass assembly fully vertical until outer Spring Hold-Down Clip pivot pin snaps into mounting hole in up- Screw per spring clip (see Figure 31). Side 5. Once top and bottom pins are secured, Front unfold door into closed position. Face 6. Repeat process for opposite door as- sembly. Partially 7. To adjust doors, slide them partially open. Opened Using a screwdriver, loosen hold-down Door screws in spring clip and pivot plate (see Figure 32 - Ad
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oPerA tIoN 1. STOP! Read safety information, column 1. FOR YOUR SAFETY 2. Turn wall switch to the OFF position. READ BEFORE LIGHTING 3. Turn off all electric power to appliance. WARNING: If you do not fol- 4. Fully open glass doors if installed. low these instructions exactly , 5. Remove front refractory brick access panel. a fire or explosion may result 6. Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise causing property damage, per- to the OFF position (see Figure 34). sonal injury or
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oPerA tIoN Continued 5. Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise TO TURN OFF GAS to the OFF position. Do not force. TO APPLIANCE 6. Replace front refractory brick access 1. Turn off wall switch. panel. 2. Turn off all electric power to appliance if 7. Fully close glass doors if installed. service is to be performed. 3. Fully open glass doors if installed. OPTIONAL REMOTE 4. Remove front hearth brick and control OPERATION access panel. Note: The WRC receiver and hand-held re- Sensing mote c
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CleANING ANd mAINteNANCe WARNING: Installation and W ARNING: Failure to keep repair should be done by a quali- t h e p r i m a r y a i r o p e n i n g ( s ) o f fied service person. The appli- the burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage. a n c e s h o u l d b e i n s p e c t e d b e f o r e each use and at least annually PILOT AND BURNER by a qualified service person. • Remove logs and ember material before More frequent cleanin
