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Installation and Operating
Instructions for
Vented Gas Log Sets
LISTED BY
Models R18CFL, R24CFL, R30CFL
LISTING NO. 1254
Decorative Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property
damage, injury, or loss of life.
— Do not store gasoline or other flammable ATTENTION
vapors or liquids near this or any other
Installation, service and repair of this
appliance.
appliance
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WARNING 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. WARNING WARNING If not installed, operated, and maintained in Do not use this appliance or any part that has accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc- been under water. Immediately call a qualified ti
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General Information • In order to avoid any possible gas leaks, apply In order to assure a safe and effective instal- pipe joint compound to all non-flared threaded lation, only a qualified service person who is connections involved in this installation. For familiar with the building codes and installa- propane, the joint compound must be resistant to tion techniques appropriate to your area may the corrosive action of propane. install and service this appliance. • To check for leaks, always us
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Pre-Installation Checklist Yes No Are you burning Natural Gas? If you have Propane Gas, you need to purchase a factory authorized safety pilot kit (see below). Is the gas supply inlet pressure correct?NG: Min. 3.5” w.c./Max. 7.0” 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 4. Is the gas supply line sized properly (Minimum 1/2” iron pipe)? Do you have a solid fuel (wood burning) fire
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Tools Required 8” adjustable crescent wrench; Pipe thread sealant compound or teflon tape; 12” pipe wrench or chan- nel lock pliers. Gas Plumbed on Left Hand Side of Fireplace 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
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Damper Stop Installation: For Use With All Other Fireplaces The Damper Stop provided keeps your damper from accidentally 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. Damper Plate Install the Damper Stop onto the edge of the damper plate. Attach by securing the bolt pro- vided to the damper
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Figure 5b Figure 5c CFM150 CFM159 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
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Grate and Log Placement 1. Place the Elevated Grate Steps onto the back Figure 7 Grate Steps of the Grate and attach the Fettel to front of Grate as shown in Figure 7. Grate 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 8. 3. Place the larger bottom logs (longer log in back, shorter (2) in front) onto the grate, leaving as much space between themas Grate Fettel Cast possible. (Fig. 8) When burning, the flames Cl
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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. 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. Light
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Troubleshooting Log Set is Smoking/Sooting Excessively It is natural and unavoidable for vented gas log sets 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
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1 b c d a e 3 2 f 4 g h 6 7 10 9 5 8 11 19 13 15 17 18 14 16 12 CFM Specialty Home Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. R18/24/30CFL Vented Gas Logs Ref. Description R18CFL R24CFL R30CFL 1. Complete Log Set 20003915 20003916 20003917 1a. Outside Left Cross Log (NNS2) n/a n/a 4312778 1b. Left Cross Log (NNS4) n/a 4312780 4312780 1c. Center Left Cross Log (NEW-2) 4312847 43128
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R18/24/30CFL Vented Gas Logs (continued) Ref. Description R18CFL R24CFL R30CFL 11. Cast Front Grate w/Clips CIGF18 CIGF24 CIGF30 12. Grate 20000924 20000925 20000926 13. Grate Step 20000955 20000955 20000955 14. Pan & Extension Assembly 20003840 20003841 20003842 15. Burner Tube - 3/8” 20003826 20003827 20003828 16. Orifice - Natural (installed into Part #17) 20000960 20000961 20000961 17. Burner Inlet Fitting (installed into Part #18) 20000958 20000958 20000958 18. Flexible Gas Connector 330417
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LIMITED 2/20 YEAR WARRANTY For VERMONT CASTINGS Decorative Gas Appliances WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS CFM Specialty Home Products extends the warranties FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), ALL OF WHICH ARE specified in paragraphs A and B below with respect to its HEREBY EXPRESSLY INCLUDED. IN NO EVENT Vermont Castings Decorative Gas Appliances (the “Gas SHALL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY PRESCRIBED BY Appliance”), including CFM Specialty Home Products LAW (NOTWITHSTANDING THE FOREGOING EX- supplied
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