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Chelan B-Vent
(700 B-Vent)
Gas Stove
and
Fireplace Insert
¥ Freestanding Stove
¥ Masonry Fireplace Insert
¥ Factory Built (Z.C.) Fireplace
Insert
Listed
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
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Gas PAGE 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ¥ IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department ¥ This unit must be installed by a qualified installer to prevent the possibility of an explosion. Your dealer will know the requirements in your area and can inform you of those people considered qualified.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED) PAGE 3 ¥ Do not place clothing or ¥ Light the heater using the other flammable items on built-in piezo igniter. Do or near the heater. not use matches or any AA AA Because this heater can be other external device to controlled by a thermostat AA AAA light your heater. there is a possibility of the heater turning on and ¥ Never remove, replace, igniting any items placed modify or substitute any on or near it. part of the heater unless ¥ The viewing glass should ins
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PAGE 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Operating Your Heater Introduction & Important Information............1 Before You Begin ....................................16 Safety Precautions ..................................2 Location of Controls.................................16 Features & Specifications..........................5 Starting The Pilot.....................................17 Starting the Heater for the First Time...........18 Stove Installation Turning the Heater On and Off ....
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FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS PAGE 5 Installation Options: Features: ¥ Works During Power Outages (millivolt system) ¥ Freestanding ¥ High Efficiency; Up to 80% for Natural Gas, 82% for LP (Steady State) ¥ Masonry Fireplace Insert ¥ Optional Thermostat or Remote Control ¥ Realistic "Wood Fire" Look ¥ Zero-Clearance (Metal) ¥ Convenient Operating Controls Fireplace Insert ¥ Variable-Rate Heat Output ¥ Quiet Blower for Effective Heat Distribution ¥ Low Maintenance Heating Specifications: Approximate
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PAGE 6 STOVE INSTALLATION - For qualified installers only! Installation Preparation ! This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed in this manual. Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. ! Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater. ! The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met simultane
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STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! PAGE 7 Heater Placement Requirements ¥ Heater must be installed on a level surface capable of supporting the heater and vent ¥ Due to the high temperature of the heater, it should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. Heater must be placed so no combustibles are within, or can swing within 36" of the front of the heater (e.g. drapes, doors) ? When placed in a location where the floor to ceiling height is unde
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PAGE 8 STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Vent Requirements ! Always maintain the required 1" clearance (air space) to combustible materials to prevent a fire hazard. Do not fill air spaces with insulation. ! The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance. ¥ Minimum 5' vertical rise AA Do not block gas from top of stove (see vent terminat
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INSERT INSTALLATION - For qualified installers only! PAGE 9 Installation Preparation ! This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed in this manual. Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. ! Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater. ! The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met simultane
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PAGE 10 INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Re-Routing the Power Cord to the Front (continued) 2 Carefully pull on the power cord until the molex connector is exposed. Disconnect the molex connector. Molex Connectors Power Cord Wires Leading from the Heater 3 Pry out one of the button plugs on either side of the insert (see the illustration below). 4 Open the control cover and locate the wires leading from the power cord molex connector (green, white, and black wires).
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INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! PAGE 11 Insert Placement Min. 29-3/4" WIde (includes 6" for gas line installation) The insert must be in place with Min. 22-1/8" Tall the gas line and vent attached (includes 2" for prior to installing the panels. vent installation) The Insert Must be Placed 13" into the Fireplace. Use the leveling bolts for fireplaces with recessed floors (included with the See the section "Gas Line stove).
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PAGE 12 INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Gas Line Install ! The gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed below. ! The heater and gas control valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. For pressures under 1/2 psig, isolate the gas supply piping by closing the manual shutoff valve. ¥ Leak tes
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INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! PAGE 13 Vent Requirements ! Always maintain the required 1" clearance to combustible materials to prevent a fire hazard. ! The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance. ¥ The vent must reline the entire length of the chimney and have a minimum 5' vertical rise ¥ Horizontal run may not exceed 50% of the
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Rear Log (largest) Front Log PAGE 14 FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION ! Turn the gas control valve to "OFF" prior to conducting any service. Unscrew and remove the door handle. Swing the door until it is open 90¡ Lift the door up and away from the heater. 1 Remove the door. NOTE: When re-installing, make sure the handle points away from the glass when finished. Burner Pan Log Installation 2 Install the These clips keep the rear log from tilting backwards. logs, The rear log contacts the air defle
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I P ON T O L OFF I P FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION (CONT.) PAGE 15 3 Replace the door (follow step # 1 in reverse order). To adjust the pilot flame, remove the cover screw (and The pilot flame should impinge the top 3/8Ó (10 mm) 4 Turn on gas to the gasket) and turn the needle valve. Clockwise lowers of the thermopile. If it does not, you may need to the flame while counter-clockwise raises it. heater. Leak test all turn the pilot up. gas joints prior to Thermopile starting the appliance.
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I P OFF PAGE 16 OPERATING YOUR HEATER Before You Begin ! Read this entire manual before you use your new heater (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 2 & 3). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Location of Controls - See explanation below ON/OFF Switch The on/off switch is located on the The Pilot Flame can be right side of the found below the back log control cover. on the left side. Swing the control cover to th
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I I I P P P ON OFF T O L OFF OFF OFF I P OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) PAGE 17 Starting The Pilot Flame The pilot flame is required to ignite the main burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas control valve is turned to "OFF". However, the pilot will go out if the gas is shut off or if the stove malfunctions. If the pilot turns off frequently, call your dealer for information. To start the pilot follow the directions below
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I P OFF N F F PAGE 18 OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) Starting the Heater for the First Time ¥ Painted Stoves require the paint to be cured. Start the heater and burn on low for 20 minutes. Turn off and let cool. Repeat twice to fully cure the paint. + Fumes and smoke from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel may occur the first time you start your heater. This is normal. We recommend you open windows to vent the room. + Condensation may appear on the glass each time you start t
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OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) PAGE 19 Adjusting the Blower Speed + The blower helps transfer the heat from the heater into the room. It will not turn on until the heater is up to temperature (approximately 10 minutes after starting). See the illustration below for instructions on adjusting the blower speed. Blower Knob OFF PILOT HI IGNITER Turn the knob all the way counter-clockwise to turn LO the blower off. One click clockwise turns the blower to high speed. Turning the knob clockwi
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PAGE 20 MAINTAINING YOUR HEATER Maintaining Your Stove's Appearance ! The optional brass door may be cleaned with a non-abrasive polish (such as Flitz¨). The brass trim is anodized and should not be polished. Yearly Service Procedure ! Failure to inspect and maintain the heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. We recommend the following procedures be done by a qualified technician. 1 Check the pilot flame. It should engulf approximately 3/8" of the top of
