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DO NOT
DISCARD
Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
Models:
RBV4236IH
RBV4236IT
RBV4842IH
RBV4842IT
B-Vent Gas Appliance
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
• Read, understand and follow • Leave this manual with
• Important operating and
these instructions for safe party responsible for
maintenance instructions
installation and operation. use and operation.
included.
WARNING WARNING
HOT! DO NOT TOUCH.
If the information in these instruc-
SEVERE BURNS MAY RESULT.
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Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. Congratulations Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator gas appliance—an The information contained in this owner’s manual, unless elegant and clean alternative to wood burning appliances. noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control The Heatilator gas appliance you have selected is designed systems. to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and effi ciency. You
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Table of Contents 1 Listing and Code Approvals 4 10 Electrical Information 21 A. Appliance Certifi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A. Recommendation for Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 B. Glass Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 B. Connecting to the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 C. BTU Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 C. Intellifi re Ignition System Wiring . .
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Listing and Code Approvals 1 1 A. Appliance Certifi cation Note: This installation must conform with local codes. In the absence of local codes you must comply with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition in the U.S.A. MODELS: RBV4236/RBV4842 Series and the CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes in Canada. LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) TYPE: B-Vent Gas Appliance C. BTU Specifi cations STANDARD: ANSI Z21.50b-2005/CSA 2.22b-2005 Reveal Series RBV4236 RBV4842
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Getting Started 2 2 A. Design and Installation Considerations Heatilator B-vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of the building, and combustion air pulled from the room. CAUTION Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations. • Consult insurance carrier, local building, fire offi cials or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, installatio
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To minimize the effects of negative air pressure, the follow- B. Negative Pressure ing must be considered: • Install the outside air kit. Install the intake on the side of WARNING the house towards prevailing winds during the heating season. Asphyxiation Risk • Ensure adequate outdoor air is supplied for combustion • Negative pressure can cause spillage of appliances and exhaust equipment. combustion fumes and soot. • Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are not • Fire needs to
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C. Tools and Supplies Needed Before beginning the installation be sure that the following Vertical tools and building supplies are available. Termination Reciprocating saw Framing material Cap Pliers Hi temp caulking material Storm Hammer Gloves Collar Phillips screwdriver Framing square Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.) Plumb line Safety glasses Roof Level Manometer Flashing Voltmeter Tape measure Non-corrosive leak check solution 1/2 - 3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 Self-dril
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Framing and Clearances 3 3 Note: WARNING • Illustrations refl ect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. Fire Risk • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. Provide adequate clearance: • Actual installation may vary due to individual design • Around air openings. preference. • For service access. Locate appliance away from traffi c areas. A. Select Appliance Location Note: For actual appliance dimensions refer to When selecting a location for your appliance it is impor
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B. Construct the Appliance Chase WARNING A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the gas appliance and/or its vent system. Vertical vents that run on Fire Risk the outside of a building may be, but are not required to be, installed inside a chase. • Construct chase to all clearance specifi cations in manual. Construction of the chase may vary with the type of build- • Locate and install appliance to all ing. These instructions are not substitutes for the require- clearance s
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C. Clearances Note: If the inside of the framed cavity is to be WARNING fi nished, the framing dimensions must include the fi nished surface. If drywall is to be attached Fire Risk to the rear wall, the depth must be measured from Odor Risk the drywall surface. • Install appliance on hard metal or wood surfaces extending full width and depth 1/2 in. of appliance. (13 mm) • Do NOT install appliance directly on 1/2 in. carpeting, vinyl, tile or any combustible (13 mm) material other than wo
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D. Mantel Projections 30 in. minimum to ceiling 18 17 16 19 15 18-1/4 14 17-1/2 13 16-3/4 12 16 11 15-1/4 10 14-1/2 9 13-3/4 8 13 7 12-1/4 6 11-1/2 5 10-3/4 4 10 3 9-1/4 8-1/2 6-1/2 Measured from top of hood (in inches) Figure 3.3 Clearances to Mantels or Other Combustibles Above Appliance Top of Appliance Drywall A 48 in. (1219 mm) max. B Mantel Leg or Perpendicular Wall A 1 in. (25mm) min. to perpendicular wall B 3-1/2 in. (89 mm) min. from fireplace opening to perpendicular wall Figure 3.4 C
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Termination Locations 4 4 A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances Figure 4.1 specifi es minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs. WARNING B-Vent Gas, Wood or Fuel Oil Termination Fire Risk 8 ft Explosion Risk (2.44 m) A (minimum) to Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as 18 in. Perpendicular specifi ed. (457 mm) Wall (gas only) • Do not pack air space with insulation or B other materials. Failure to keep insulation or other materials Gas Termination away from vent pipe may c
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Vent Information and Diagrams 5 5 A. Vent Guidelines CAUTION ALL vent configuration specifications MUST be WARNING followed. Fire Risk • This product is tested and listed to appliance and Asphyxiation Risk vent manufacturer’s specifi cations. This appliance requires the specifi ed pipe • Appliance performance will suffer if specifi cations for operation. are not followed. • Incorrect pipe may cause spillage, condensation and overheating. B. Vent System Confi guration These models require the f
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Maximum horizontal Vent supports 30 ft (9.14 m) are per vent manufacturer’s Metal specifications. Plumbers' Strap Maximum horizontal run is 50% of 45° vertical. Horizontal run cannot be Offsets exceeding Elbow more than 30 ft. (9.14 m). 45° adapt horizontal limitations 90° Elbow Note: Maximum horizontal distance is 50% of vertical Figure 5.2 Maximum Horizontal Run vent height. Note: 46° to 90° elbows are not allowed without a fi xed glass door. Only 45° elbows or less are allowed. A WARNI
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Vent Clearances and Framing 6 6 A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles B. Wall Penetration Framing WARNING Do not pack with insulation or other materials. Fire Risk Explosion Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. Use manufacturer's installation instructions for • Do not pack air space with insulation or framing dimensions other materials. • National building codes recommend using attic shield to keep loose materials/ insulation from contacting vent. Failure to keep insu
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Appliance Preparation 7 7 WARNING CAUTION Fire Risk Sharp Edges Asphyxiation Risk • Wear protective gloves Do not draw outside combustion air from: and safety glasses during • Wall, fl oor or ceiling cavity. installation. • Enclosed space such as an attic or garage. • Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys. A. Installing Outside Air Kit Fumes or odor may result. WARNING Fire Risk • The outside air kit can only be installed on the left side of Asphyxiation Risk the appliance. Maintai
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B. Gas and Electrical Connections CAUTION Ensure that gas and electrical connections are installed at this time. Refer to Sections 9 and 10. Risk of Smoke Spillage Outside air inlet must be located to prevent blockage from: C. Securing and Leveling Appliance • Leaves • Snow/ice • Other debris WARNING Blockage may cause combustion air starvation. Fire Risk! • Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation. • Do NOT install against combustible materials such as exposed insulation, plastic
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Installing Vent Pipe 8 8 C. Securing Vent Sections A. Assemble Vent Sections Secure vent sections with vent supports following B-vent This B-Vent appliance requires 6 in. B-vent double-wall pipe. manufacturer’s instructions. Follow the pipe manufacturer’s installation guidelines when installing the appliance. This will ensure proper operation and prevent safety hazards. WARNING Fire Risk WARNING Explosion Risk Asphyxiation Risk Fire Risk Use vent run supports per vent manufacturer’s Exha
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Gas Information 9 9 A. Fuel Conversion C. Gas Connection Before making gas connections ensure appliance being in- Note: Have the gas supply line installed in accordance stalled is compatible with the available gas type. with local building codes, if any. If not, follow ANSI Any natural or propane gas conversions necessary to meet 223.1. Installation should be done by a qualifi ed installer the appliance and locality needs must be made by a quali- approved and/or licensed as required by the
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• A small amount of air will be in the gas supply lines. D. High Altitude Installations When fi rst lighting appliance it will take a short time U.L. listed gas appliances are tested and approved without for air to purge from lines. When purging is complete requiring changes for elevations from 0 to 2000 ft in the USA the appliance will light and operate normally. and Canada. When installing this appliance at an elevation above 2000 ft, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by ch
