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2-SIDED (SEE-THROUGH), VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
PFS
®
US
NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)GL36ST AND (V)GL36STE
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)GL36STP AND (V)GL36STEP
W ARNING: If the information in these instructions is
not followe d 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 o
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W ARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera- tion, service or maintenance can cause injury or prop- erty damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or addi- tional 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 install
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1. This appliance is only for use with the type SAFETy INFORMATION of gas indicated on the rating plate. This ap- pliance is not convertible for use with other WARNING: This product gases. contains and/or generates 2. For propane/LP fireplace, do not place propane/ chemicals known to the State LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate of California to cause cancer or propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors. To prevent birth defects or other reproduc- performance problems, do not
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16. Do not install fireplace directly on carpeting, SAFETy INFORMATION vinyl tile or any combustible material other Continued than wood. The fireplace must set on a metal 11. Keep the area around your fireplace clear of or wood panel extending the full width and combustible materials, gasoline and other depth of the fireplace. flammable vapor and liquids. Do not run fire- 17. Do not use fireplace if any part has been ex- place where these are used or stored. Do not posed to or under water
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Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. INTRODUCTION This appliance complies with ANSI Z21.50 as a Models (V)GL36ST/P and (V)GL36STE/EP are Vented Gas Appliance and is listed and tested by decorative gas appliances that use a millivolt the PFS Corporation. gas control and piezo pilot or an electronic gas control valve with an electronic ignition system WARNING: Installation of respectively. These systems require a 6", B-type this appliance should be done venting system for operation. T
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1" (22 mm) Minimum 1" (22 mm) Minimum SELECTING LOCATION Clearance from Pipes Clearance to Combustibles to Combustibles Continued In selecting a location, the following precautions 3 22 / " 4 (578 mm) must be observed: 19" (483 mm) 1. Do not connect this appliance to a chimney 3 1 1 /8" system used for a solid fuel burning fire- (289 mm) place. 1 22 /4" 6" O.D. 2. Install in an area providing ventilation and (565 mm) (152 mm) 4" (102 mm) Min. from the Perpendicular adequate combustion air. S
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 49" Minimum Continued (Diagonal) FRAMING Construct framing using dimensions shown if Figures 6, 7 and 8. (Use the figure applicable to your application.) Figure 6 shows the framing dimensions prior to having the appliance in place. As Required by Design as Once the unit has been fitted, bring studs in against Long as Ceiling Clearances nailing flanges located on the side of the appliance are Maintained making sure a 1" clearance is maintained as shown Figure 8 -
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T FIREPLACE CAUTION: Do not connect INSTALLATION this millivolt system wall switch Continued to a regular 120v power source! OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT Gas valve will be damaged be- (MODEL AK-4) yond repair. The installation of an outside air kit should be completed during the rough framing of the fire- W all Switch Installation place due to the nature of it's location. Outside 1. Remove the J-box cover plate from side of combustion air is accessed through a vented applian
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A E assembly underneath the front ledge. A 1/8" NPT FIREPLACE plugged tapping is provided on the gas control INSTALLATION valve for a test gauge connection immediately Continued upstream of the gas supply connection to the ap- pliance (see Figures 13 and 14). Pilot Gas Line Do Not Kink Pilot To Pilot Adjustment Burner ON/OFF Cap Knob To Main Burner Strain Relief Grommet Common Ground Wire Inlet Outlet Pressure Pressure Figure 12 - Wiring Through Outer Surround Figure 13 - Millivolt
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Shutoff FIREPLACE Key Valve INSTALLATION Continued To install: 1. Remove gas line cover plate from appliance’s outer surround at the location to be used. 2. Remove insulation from inside the gas line Extension conduit sleeve. 3. Run gas line through sleeve. Typical Exterior Wall Gas 4. Prepare incoming black iron gas line with Shutoff Installation Teflon tape or pipe joint compound. (Check Figure 15 - Typical Exterior Wall Gas local codes as to the use of Teflon tape.) Shut-Off Installat
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FIREPLACE Pilot Burner Ignitor Flame INSTALLATION 1/8" to 1/4" Sensor Continued 3/8" to 1/2" Noncombustible Facing Material Pan Burner Do Not Block Effective Opening Figure 19 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern - "L" Shaped Metal Support Electronic Assembly Noncombustible Facing Material BURNER FLAME ADjUSTMENT The air shutter, located at the base of the main burner tube, has been factory preset to the proper air to bas ratio which results in a long, blue, cleaner Figure 17 - Fireplace Fa
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Top Slot FIREPLACE Under Frame INSTALLATION Adjustment Continued Clip OPTIONAL GLASS DOOR Adjustment Glass doors are optional with this gas appliance (see Screw Replacement Parts and Accessories, page 19). Long Pivot Pin Installing Glass Door 1. Be sure top spring clip hole is aligned with hole in fireplace frame (see Figure 21). Fit glass door top pin into aligned holes. Bottom Pin 2. Swing inner end of bottom clip out away from Bottom Slot fireplace frame. Fit door bottom pin into clip.
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1. STOP! Read the safety information, OPERATING FIREPLACE column 1. MILLIVOLT MODELS 2. Turn wall switch to the OFF position. 3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY 4. Open control access panel. READ BEFORE LIGHTING 5. Push in gas control knob and turn clock- wise to the OFF position (see WARNING: If you do not fol- Figure 23). Note: It is recommended that low these instructions exactly , you maintain the gas control knob in the a fire or explosion may
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E A C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the OPERATING FIREPLACE gas control knob. Never use tools. If the Continued knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualified service tech- TO TURN OFF GAS nician or gas supplier. Force or attempted TO APPLIANCE repair may result in a fire or explosion. 1. Turn off the wall switch. D. Do not use this appliance if any part has 2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance been under water. Immediately call a if s
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OPERATING FIREPLACE WARNING: Turn off gas and Continued e l e c t r i c a l p o w e r b e f o r e s e r v i c i n g appliance. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operat- ing the appliance. W ARNING: Failure to keep t h e p r i m a r y a i r o p e n i n g ( s ) o f the burner(s) clean may result in Figure 26 - Pilot sooting and property damage. TO TURN OFF GAS Keep control compartment, logs, burner and area surround
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MV TH PV/MVTR GND PV IGN O WIRING DIAGRAMS PILOT THERMOPILE IGNITOR DO NOT CONNECT TO 120V N.C.SW HEAT LIMIT SWITCH TH TP TH/TP INCOMING MAIN GAS SUPPLY PILOT SAFETY WIRE WALL SWITCH (SUPPLIED) MILLIVOLT WIrING DIAGrAM PILOT INCOMING IGNITOR WALL SWITCH MAIN GAS (SUPPLIED) SUPPLY SENSOR BLACK INCOMING 120V AC WHITE (FUSE BOX GREEN OR BREAKER) N.C.SW HEAT LIMIT EV1 SWITCH ELECTRICAL RATING: 120v, 60Hz, 0.7A EV2 24V AC STEP DOWN TRANSFORMER 120V AC OPTIONAL REMOTE GAS LINE CONTROL TO BURNER ELE
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TROUBLESHOOTING MILLIVOLT SYSTEM Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not light 1. No gas supply or shutoff 1. Check to see if you have gas valve is OFF supply 2. Air in gas line 2. Hold regulator control valve in the PILOT position for
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TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not light 1. No gas supply or shutoff 1. Check to see if you have gas valve is OFF supply 2. Construction debris clog- 2. Remove debris and dirt, in- ging pi
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REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace replacement parts and accessories from your local dealer. If they can not BURNER ASSEMBLY - 23439 supply these parts, call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at For use with all models. 1-866-328-4537 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page ON/OFF REMOTE CONTROL KIT - of this manual. MLCR Before ordering, please have your appliance’s For Millivolt Units Only - Batteries required for model name or number
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WARRANTy KEEP THIS WARRANTy Model (located on product or identification tag) _____________________________ Serial No. (located on product or identification tag) __________________________ Date Purchased __________________________ Keep receipt for warranty verification. FMI PRODUCTS, LLC LIMITED WARRANTIES New Products Standard Warranty: FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) year from the dat
