Heat & Glo LifeStyle 6000 GDVFL manual

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    W ARNING IF THE INFORMA TION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTL Y , A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MA Y RESUL T CAUSING PROPER TY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJUR Y , OR LOSS OF LIFE. - Do not store or use gasoline or other flam- mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. - What to do if you smell gas  Do not try to light any [...]

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    i SAFETY AND W ARNING INFORMA TION READ and UNDERST AND all instructions carefully before starting the installation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW these installation instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty . Prior to the first firing of the fireplace, READ the Using Y our Fireplace section of the Owners Guide . DO NOT USE t[...]

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    ii T able of Contents Safety and W arning Information ...................... i Section 1: Approvals and Codes ..................... 1 Approval Listings and Codes ................................ 1 Appliance Certification ...................................... 1 Installation Codes ............................................... 1 High Altitude Insta[...]

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    1 Approval Listings and Codes Appliance Certification The Heat-N-Glo fireplace models discussed in this Installers Guide have been tested to certification standards and listed by the applicable laboratories. CER TIFICA TION MODEL LABORA TOR Y TYPE ST ANDARD 6000GDVFL A . G . A . /C GA Direct V ent ANSI Z21.50CGA2.22 a n d Decorative Underwriters[...]

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    2 Introducing the Heat-N-Glo Gas Fireplaces Heat-N-Glo direct vent gas fireplaces are designed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. The information contained in this Installers Guide , unless noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control systems. Gas firepla[...]

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    3 When planning a fireplace installation, its necessary to determine:  Where the unit is to be installed.  The vent system configuration to be used.  Gas supply piping.  Electrical wiring.  Framing and finishing details.  Whether optional accessoriesdevices such as a fan, wall switch, or remote controlare desired. If the [...]

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    4 3 Installing the Fireplace Step 1 Locating the Fireplace The diagram below shows space and clearance requirements for locating a fireplace within a room. Figure 2. Fireplace Dimensions, Locations, and Space Requirements Clearance Requirements The top, back, and sides of the fireplace are defined by stand-offs. Minimum Clearances from the Fireplac[...]

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    5 Minimum Clearances from the V ent Pipe to Combustible Materials For V ertical For Horizontal Sections Sections A t W all Firestops T op Bottom Sides T o p Bottom S i d e s 3 inches 1 inch 1 inch 1 inch 2-1/2 inches 1/2 inch 1 inch (75 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (63.7 mm) (13 mm) (25 mm) For minimum clearances, see the direct vent termination cle[...]

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    6 Step 3 Installing the V ent System A. V ent System Approvals These appliances are approved to use D-series direct vent pipe components and terminations. Approved vent system components are labeled for identification. NO OTHER VENTING SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS MA Y BE USED . Detailed installation instructions are included with each vent termination ki[...]

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    7 Figure 5. D-Series Direct V ent Component Specifications (5-inch inner pipe/8 5/8-inch outer pipe) NO TE: PIPES O VERLAP 1 3/8 INCHES (34.93 mm) A T EACH JOINT . D V -90D 65 / 3 2 57 / 8 73 / 8 D V -45D 67 / 1 6 11 1/16 61 / 2 85 / 8 81 / 2 51 / 1 6 8/ 1 2 11 5/8 85 / 8 11 15/16 D V -36D 35 3/4 47 3/4 D V -48D 5 3/4 8 3/4 11 3/4 D V -12D D V -09D[...]

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    8 Figure 6. Corner Installation Models 6000XLS, and 6000GDVFL are tested and approved to use 45° elbows in corner installations. However , 90° elbows will result in better performance. HORIZONT A L VENTING H Kit No. Max. Run DVK-01D DVK-01TRD 24" (610 mm)[...]

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    9 Figure 7. V en ti ng wi th On e 90° Elbo w VENTING WITH ONE (1) 90 ° ELBOW 1´ MIN. (305 mm) 2´ MAX. (610 mm) 2´ MIN. (610 mm) 4´ MAX. (1.22 m) 3´ MIN. (914 mm) 6´ MAX. (1.86 m) 4´ MIN. (1.22 m) 8´ MAX. (2.48 m) 40´ MAX. (12.4 m) 8´ MAX. (2.48 m)[...]

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    10 VENTING WITH TWO (2) 90 ° ELBOWS V H H + H 1 1´ MIN. (305 mm) 2´ MAX. (610 mm) 6´ MAX. (1.86 m) 2´ MIN. (610 mm) 4´ MAX. (1.22 m) 12´ MAX. (3.72 m) 3´ MIN. (914 mm) 6´ MAX. (1.86 m) 18´ MAX. (5.58 m) 4´ MIN. (1.22 m) 8´ MAX. (2.48 m) 24´ MAX. (7.74 m) 20´ MAX. (6.2 m) 8´ MAX. (2.48 m) 24´ MAX. (7.74 m) (20´ (6.2 m) CANADA) Figur[...]

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    11 Figure 9. V enting with three 90° elbows VENTING WITH THREE (3) 90 ° ELBOWS VENTING WITH THREE (3) 90 ° ELBOWS 1´ MIN. (305 mm) 2´ MAX. (610 mm) 5´ MAX. (1.52 mm) 2´ MIN. (610 mm) 4´ MAX. (1.22 m) 10´ MAX. (3.1 m) 3´ MIN. (914 mm) 6´ MAX. (1.86 m) 15´ MAX. (4.65 m) 4´ MIN. (1.22 m) 8´ MAX. (2.48 m) 20´ MAX. (6.2 m) 8´ MAX. (2.48 [...]

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    12 B. Installing V ent Components 1 . Attach the First V ent Component to the Starting Collars T o attach the first vent component to the starting collars of the fireplace:  Apply a 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) bead of stove cement around the 5 inch (127 mm) fireplace starting collar .  Make sure that the fireplace rope gasket supplied with the fireplac[...]

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    13 W ARNING ENSURE THA T THE FIBERGLASS ROPE GASKET SUPPLIED WITH THE FIREPLACE SEALS BETWEEN THE FIRST VENT COMPONENT AND THE OUTER FIREPLACE WRAP . If the installation is for a termination cap attached directly to the fireplace, skip to the sections, Install Fir estops and V ent T ermination . 2 . Continue Adding V ent Components T o continue add[...]

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    14 For V ertical Runs - The vent system must be supported every eight (8) feet (2.4 m) above the fireplace flue outlet by wall brackets. T o install support brackets for vertical runs:  Attach wall brackets to the vent pipe and secure the wall bracket to the framing members with nails or screws. Use wall brackets to support vertical runs every 8[...]

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    15  Position the firestops on both sides of the hole previously cut and secure the firestops with nails or screws.  The heat shields of the firestops MUST BE placed towards the top of the hole.  Continue the vent run through the firestops. 1. Cut the 12-inch by 12-inch hole. Figure 13. 12" x 12" Hole and V ent Pipe 2. Position th[...]

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    16  Drill a hole or drive a nail through this centerpoint.  Check the floor above for any obstructions, such as wiring or plumbing runs.  Reposition the fireplace and vent system, if neces- sary , to accommodate the ceiling joists and/or obstructions.  Cut an 1 1-inch X 11-inch (280 mm X 280 mm) hole through the ceiling, using the cente[...]

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    17 If the area above the ceiling IS an attic, position and secure the firestop on top of the previously framed hole. This shows an attic installation. 1. Keep insulation away from the vent pipe at least 1 inch (25 mm). NAILS (4 REQUIRED) CEILING FIREST OP RAFTER CEILING Figure 17. Attic Firestop C. V ent T ermination For Horizontal T erminations - [...]

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    18 For round cap termination: 1. Secure the 8-5/8 inch (219 mm) pipe, using the exterior pipelock hole on the round flange of the wall firestop. For trapezoidal termination: 1. Screw the cap to the exterior wall through the flanges in the cap. 2. Seal the joint between the pipe and the exterior firestop. Figure 18. Round and T rapezoid T ermination[...]

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    19 D E B L v v v v v v v v openable C B B B fixed closed A H M X Jo rK I A G F V =VENT TERMINAL X =AIR SUPPL Y INLET =AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED A = 12 " clearances above grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony B = 1 2" clearances to window or door that may be opened C = 9" (U.S.A.) clearance to permanently closed window 12&[...]

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    20 For V ertical T erminations - T o locate the vent and install the vent sections:  Locate and mark the vent centerpoint on the under- side of the roof, and drive a nail through the centerpoint.  Make the outline of the roof hole around the centerpoint nail.  The size of the roof hole framing dimensions depend on the pitch of the roof. Th[...]

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    21 Roof Pitch H (min.) ft. flat to 6/12 1 . 0 6/12 to 7/12 1.25 over 7/12 to 8/12 1 . 5 over 8/12 to 9/12 2 . 0 over 9/12 to 10/12 2 . 5 over 10/12 to 1 1/12 3.25 over 1 1/12 to 12/12 4 . 0 over 12/12 to 14/12 5 . 0 over 14/12 to 16/12 6 . 0 over 16/12 to 18/12 7 . 0 over 18/12 to 20/12 7 . 5 over 20/12 to 21/12 8 . 0 Figure 20. Minimum Height from[...]

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    22 The diagram below shows how to properly position, level, and secure the fireplace. 1. Place the fireplace into position. 2. Level the fireplace from side to side and from front to back. 3. Shim the fireplace with non-combus- tible material, such as sheet metal, as necessary . 4. Secure the fireplace to the framing by nailing or screwing Figure 2[...]

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    23 Figure 22. Gas Controls Systems Step 6 The Gas Supply Line NOTE: Have the gas supply line installed by a qualified service technician in accordance with all building codes . NOTE: Before the first firing of the fireplace, the gas supply line should be purged of any trapped air . NOTE: Consult local building codes to properly size the gas supply [...]

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    24  At the gas line access hole, use insulation to re- pack the space around the gas pipe.  Insert insulation from the outside of the fireplace and pack the insulation tightly to totally seal be- tween the pipe and the outer casing. The gas line should be installed by a qualified service technician. Figure 23. Gas Supply Line Step 7 Gas Press[...]

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    25 Step 8 Wiring the Fireplace NOTE: Electrical wiring must be installed by a licensed electrician. Caution: Disconnect remote controls if you are absent for extended time periods. This will prevent accidental fireplace operation. For Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Appliance Requirements  This appliance DOES NOT require 1 10-120 V AC to operate.[...]

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    26 NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED , IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE 105 DEGREE C RA TED WIRE. NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED , IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE 105 DEGREE C RA TED WIRE. BLOWER BLOWER RECEPT ACLE JUNCTION BO X V ARIABLE SPEED CONTROL TEM[...]

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    27 Figure 26. Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) Wiring Diagram Step 9 Finishing The following diagram shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of fireplace mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the fireplace. See Figures 2 and 3 for other fireplace clearances. Only non-combustible materials[...]

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    28 Installing the T rim Combustible materials may be brought up to the specified clearances on the side and top front edges of the fireplace, but MUST NEVER overlap onto the front face. The joints between the finished wall and the fireplace top and sides can only be sealed with a 300 ° F . (149 ° C) minimum sealant. W ARNING WHEN FINISHING THE FI[...]

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    29 Positioning the Logs If the gas logs have been factory installed they should not need to be positioned. If the logs have been packaged separately , refer to the installation instructions that accompany the logs. Save the log instructions with this manual. If sooting occurs, the logs might need to be repositioned slightly to avoid excessive flame[...]

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    30 1 . Lift the trim door up and out of the unit. 2 . Remove the wing nuts, glass clips, and the glass door from the unit. Figure 29. Glass Assembly CAUTION HAND TIGHTEN THE WING NUTS, BUT BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERTIGHTEN. 1. Place the ember material onto the top of the burner . Figure 30. Placement of the Ember Material CAUTION IT IS STRONGL Y RECOMM[...]

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    31 S tep 1 1 Before Lighting the Fireplace Before lighting the fireplace, be sure to do the following: Review safety warnings and cautions  Read the Safety and W arning Information section at the beginning of this Installers Guide . Double-check for gas leaks  Before lighting the fireplace, double-check the unit for possible gas leaks. Double[...]

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    32 4 Maintaining and Servicing Y our Fireplace Fireplace Maintenance Although the frequency of your fireplace servicing and maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, you should have a qualified service technician perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of each heating season. See the table below for specific guidelines reg[...]

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    33 ST ANDING PILOT 3/8" (10 mm) NOTE: FLAMES TOO CLOSE TO THE CERAMIC INSULA TORS CAN CAUSE NUISANCE LOCKOUTS AND ELECTRODE F AILURE. DSI IGNITION CERAMIC INSULA TOR 3/16" (5 mm) IGNITOR 1/2 (13mm) Figure 31. Burner Flame Patterns MAKE SURE THE FLAMES ARE STEADYNOT LIFTING OR FLOA TING . Figure 32. Pilot/Ignitor Flame Patterns[...]

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    34 5 Replacement Parts and Accessories All parts listed in this INST ALLERS GUIDE may be ordered from an authorized dealer . When requesting service or replacement parts for your fireplace, please provide the model number and the serial number . S tanding Pilot Only PAR T P A RT DESCRI PTI O N P A RT NUM BER V alv e LP SRV60- 523 V alv e N G SRV60-[...]

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    35 DSI Ignition Only PAR T P A RT DE SCRI PTI O N P A RT NUM BER DS I Val v e LP SR V77– 501 DS I Val v e NG SRV77–5 00 T ran sf orm er S R V 60–5 99 DS I Modu le SRV420– 592 Elect rode S R V 77–591 Bu rn er T u be S RV422-302[...]

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    36 Both S tanding Pilot and DSI Ignition GLASS SPECIFICA TIONS: 6000GDVFL: 20 X 34 TEMPERED 6000XLS: 20 X 34 CERAMIC PAR T P A RT DESCRI PTI O N P A RT NUM BER H igh T emper atu re Li mit Sw itch SRV92–531 Bu rn er - 6000G DV FL & 6000X LS N G S RV446-176A - 6000 G DVF L & 6000XLS LP SRV446-175A Bu r n er O r if ic e - 6000XLS[...]

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    37 Both S tanding Pilot and DSI Ignition (Cont.) Accessories T R A P N O I T P I R C S E D T R A P R E B M U N T R A P t i K n a FA 0 6 1 - K F G l o r t n o C e t o m e RT A T S - C R T A T S - T R A M S T L M - C R t i K h c t i w S l l a W e t i h W f f O -1 2 - K S W e t i h W -W - 1 2 - K S W PAR T P A RT DESCR I PTI O N PAR T N U M B E R T r [...]