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    Radiance V ent Free Gas Heater Model RUVSOD: 3357, 3358, 3370 thru 3379 20004555 9/05 Rev . 12 Homeowner ’ s Installation and Operating Manual INST ALLER: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL - LEA VE FOR HOMEOWNER D E S I G N C E R T I F I E D This is an unvented gas-fired heater . It uses air (Oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions f[...]

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    2 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Installation and Operating Instructions ...................................................................................... 3 Stove Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 4 Clearance Requirements ...............[...]

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    3 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Installation & Operating Instructions In order to ensure safe and effective installation, this unit must be installed only by a qualified agency , individual, firm, corporation or company that is experienced in the instal- lation, repair and servicing of this type of appliance and is familia[...]

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    4 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 31" (787mm) 29  " (756mm) RADIANCE 18  " (465mm) 1 1" (279mm) 28  " (717mm) 6  " (165mm) 4555 RUVSOD specs 7/01 Drawing Not to Scale 4555 Supply Inlet Fig. 1 Radiance V ent Free dimensions. Radiance V ent Free Gas Heater Dimensions[...]

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    5 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Clearance Requirements Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials Maintain clearance, (empty space), between combus- tible materials and the heater as specified below . Hearth Requirements The Radiance Unvented heater must be installed on rigid flooring. If the appliance is installed on any com[...]

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    6 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Firebox weight / shipping 175 lbs. The installation of your Radiance stove must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFP A 54 - latest edition. (EXCEPTION: Do not derate this appliance for altitude up to 4,500 feet (1,370m). Mainta[...]

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    7 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 V ent Free Features The Radiance RUVSOD, Model Nos. 3357, 3358, 3370 thru 3379, is an unvented gas heating appliance tested and listed to the ANSI standard Z21.1 1.2-2000. This appliance is specifically configured to burn either Natural Gas or Propane fuel, as indicated on the metal rating plate[...]

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    8 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 WARNING This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless provisions are made for adequate combustion and ventilation air . WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by[...]

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    9 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Read these instructions thoroughly before starting the assembly . Follow procedures in the order given. Inspect the stove for damage before starting the assembly . Do not install this stove if any damage is evident. Contact your dealer immediately . The Radiance is shipped on its back, mounted to [...]

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    10 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Install Optional Fan It is easiest to install the optional fan kit #2767/FK26, before the stove is moved to its final location or con- nected to the gas line. The fan consists of a blower assembly and a rheo- stat switch that are connected by a wire harness. The blower attaches to a bracket at t[...]

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    1 1 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 4. Attach the fan assembly to the fan bracket provided in the log box. Use #10 sheet metal screws provided with fan kit. Do not remove finger guard screws.(Fig. 10) 5. Connect snapstat leads. Disconnect the snapstat module from the leads inside the snapstat bracket. (Fig. 1 1) Bend open the sna[...]

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    12 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 MO TOR SNAPST A T ON/OFF RHEOST A T WHT WHT BLK BLK BLK GR N BLK POWER ST19 6 FK26 fan di angram 1 1/ 99 Fig. 15 #2767 / FK26 Fan Wiring Diagram Disconnect power before servicing. ST196 The optional fan kit is equipped with a three-prong (gr oundi ng) plug for your prote ction again st shock haza[...]

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    13 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Glass & Catalyst Installation CAUTION: Air shutter must be removed when installing glass and catalyst for proper operation. 1. Remove left and right log bracket assembly by unfastening the two screws which hold the burner in place. Loosen the screw on the rear log bracket and remove the brack[...]

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    14 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Install Log Set 1. Remove the logs from their packaging, and inspect each piece for damage. DO NOT INST ALL DAM- AGED LOGS. 2. Ins tall the r ear left log by placing it on the sheet metal shelf at the back of the firebox. (Fig. 23) The log should touch the back wall of the firebox. Slide the lo[...]

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    15 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 5. Loosely sprinkle the lava rocks directly on top of the burner just behind decorative grate. (Fig. 25) Use the lava rock to cover brackets on the burner . Do not place lava rocks toward back of burner . The lava rock is shipped inside the bag assembly . LG160 RNV logs top view 6/4/01 djt Lef[...]

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    16 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Operation The Radiance is shipped with the operable door front plate. The stove may be operated with the doors either open or closed. T o open the front doors, insert the handle provided into the door latch stub and turn it to the right and up. (Fig. 28) When not in use, the handle may be stored [...]

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    17 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 3. Open control access panel. 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock- wise to “OFF”. Do not force. 5. Close control access panel. 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. T urn off all electrical power to the fireplace. 3. For MN/MP/TN/TP appliances ONL Y , go on to Step 4[...]

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    18 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 T roubleshooting Follow these procedures in the order presented. WARNING TURN OFF HEA TER AND ALLOW T O COOL COMPLETEL Y BEFORE SERVICING. CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No spark at pilot when Ignitor is operated. 1. Ignition Electrode is disconnected from ignition wire, broken or incor- rectl[...]

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    19 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 T roubleshooting cont’d. CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Pilot lights but flame goes out when Control Knob is released. 1. Control Knob not fully depressed or held in long enough. 2. Gas supply line shut-off valve is not fully open. 3. Thermocouple connection is loose at the Control V alve. [...]

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    20 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 The following procedures will help ensure that your heater continues to perform safely and efficiently . Firebox Cleaning and Inspection Cleanliness is critical to correct operation of the heater . The log set, burner , valve controls and air circulation areas must all be kept free of dust and u[...]

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    21 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Catalytic Combustor The combustor should be cleaned annually to ensure optimal performance. Follow the procedure below . Remove the Combustor Module 1. Be sure the heater is COLD. 2. Re mo ve th e f ron t pla te , t op gr il le and s cre en . (Fig. 36) 3. Use the phillips screwdriver to remove th[...]

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    22 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 PILOT ON OFF PILOT ADJ L O H I 1a 1b 1c 2 4 6 7 13 3 4555 RUVSOD P ART S 7/24/01 djt 23 8 16 17 18 5 10a,b 21 19 9 20 24a,b, c,d 1 1a 1 1 b 15 25 27 28 29 22 14 12a,b 30 4555 CFM Specialty Home Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discon[...]

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    23 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Radiance V ent Free Gas Heater (RUVSOD) Models 3357, 3358, 3370 thru 3379 (continued) Ref. Description RUVSOD 8. Handle Package, Ceramic w/Screw 0004342 9. Damper Steel Handle/Screw 5004265 10a. V alve NG Honeywell - VS84212003 10000235 10b. V alve LP Honeywell - VS8421201 1 10000242 1 1a. Oxygen[...]

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    24 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 Optional Accessories Fan Kits FK26 Fan The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox tem- perature rises above and falls below a preset tempera- ture. A rheostat provides for var[...]

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    25 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555[...]

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    26 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555[...]

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    27 Rad iance V e n t- F ree G a s H ea te r 20004555 BASIC W ARRANTY CFM Specialty Home Products (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Company) warrants that your new V ermont Castings or Majestic Gas Fireplace/Stove is free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase, subject to the following c[...]

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