Desa CD36TN-M User manual

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Model: CD36TN-M

Category: Fireplaces

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— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

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• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any

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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

NATURAL OR PROPANE/LP GAS

MODEL CD36TN-M

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in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and

the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Stan-

dard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 in the United States or the

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Information ............................................... 3

Product Identication ........................................... 4

Local Codes......................................................... 5

Product Features ................................................. 5

Pre-Installation Preparation ................................. 5

Location of Termination Cap ................................ 9

Venting Installation Instructions ......................... 10

Fireplace Installation.......................................... 18

Operating Fireplace ........................................... 28

Inspecting Burners............................................. 31

Conversion Instructions ..................................... 31

Cleaning and Maintenance ................................ 33

Troubleshooting ................................................. 35

Specications .................................................... 38

Replacement Parts ............................................ 38

Service Hints ..................................................... 39

Technical Service............................................... 39

Accessories ....................................................... 39

Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List........ 40

Warranty Information ...........................Back Cover

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   

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WARNING: Do not allow fans

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    

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    

   

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   

adults away from hot surface to

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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

This replace must be installed by the O.E.M.

builder or by a qualied (certied or licensed)

service person. It has a sealed gas combustion

chamber that uses a coaxial pipe (pipe within a

pipe and having the same center) venting system.

It brings in fresh air for combustion through the

outer pipe and combustion gases are exhausted

through the inner pipe. If the glass door assembly

and venting pipe are not properly seated, con-

nected and sealed, carbon monoxide leakage

(spillage) can occur.

   Early signs of

carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the u, with

headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these

signs, the replace may not be working properly.

Get fresh air at once! Have replace serviced.

Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide

than others. These include pregnant women, people

with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the

inuence of alcohol and those at high altitudes.

    Propane/LP and

natural gas are odorless. An odor-making agent is

added to the gas. The odor helps you detect a gas

leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade.

Gas may be present even though no odor exists.

Make certain you read and understand all warnings.

Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to

safe and proper operation of this replace.

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dren when they are in the room

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

1. For propane/LP replace, do not place pro-

pane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure.

Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors.

To prevent performance problems, do not

use propane/LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs.

capacity.

2. If you smell gas

• shut off gas supply

• 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 you gas supplier, call the

re department.

3. Never install the replace

• in a recreational vehicle

• in windy or drafty areas where curtains or

other combustible (ammable) objects can

make contact with the replace front

• in high trafc areas

4. Turn replace off and let cool before servicing,

installing or repairing. Only a qualied service

person should install, service or repair this

replace. Have replace inspected annually

by a qualied service person.

5. You must keep control compartments, burn-

ers and circulating air passages clean. More

frequent cleaning may be needed due to ex-

cessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding

material, etc. Turn off the gas valve and pilot

light before cleaning replace.

6. Have venting system inspected annually by a

qualied service person. If needed, have vent-

ing system cleaned or repaired. See Cleaning

and Maintenance, page 33.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Continued

7. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper,

cardboard, etc.) in this replace. Use only the

gas type indicated on replace nameplate.

8. This appliance, when installed, must be elec-

trically grounded in accordance with local

codes or, in the absence of local codes, with

the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA

70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA

C22.1.

9. Do not use replace if any part has been ex-

posed to or under water. Immediately call a

qualied service person to arrange for replace-

ment of the unit.

10. Do not operate replace if any log is broken.

11. Do not operate fireplace with glass door

removed, cracked or broken.

12. Provide adequate clearances around air

openings.

PRODUCT

IDENTIFICATION

Figure 1 - Direct-Vent Fireplace

Nailing

Flange

Top Vent

Flue Collar

Door

Latch

Log

Set

Ember

Tray

Junction

Box

Lower

Louver

Panel

Control Valve

Variable Input

Adjustment

Piezo Ignitor

with Optional

Remote

and Blower

Control Mount

Upper Louver Panel

Glass

Door

Assembly

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LOCAL CODES

Install and use replace with care. Follow all local

codes. In the absence to local codes, use the cur-

rent National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA

54* (USA) or the current CSA-B149.1 Installation

Code (Canada).

*Available from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

PRODUCT FEATURES

These are a few facts that can help you understand

and enjoy your direct-vent replace:

• The dedicated top vent for this replace is suited

for any application where height is necessary

to terminate the venting system either through

the roof (vertical) or to gain sufcient height

and offset to vent to an outside/exterior wall

(horizontal).

• The vent pipe installation is very important to

allow for proper operation. You must select the

appropriate vent kits and components for your

application and follow the venting instructions

to plan your installation.

• This replace may be installed in any room pro-

vided that all rules of the housing authority and

these installation instructions are followed.

• This replace is equipped with a millivolt gas

control system that does not require electricity to

operate. A piezo ignitor is provided to light the

pilot without using matches or lighters.

• This model can accept an optional circulating

air blower when 120 VAC connection is sup-

plied. If you plan to install an optional blower,

do not forget to wire the replace outlet when

framing.

• Each time you turn on your replace, you may

notice some amount of condensation on the in-

side of the replace glass. This is normal and will

disappear after 10-20 minutes of operation.

• Your direct-vent gas replace system (replace

and venting) is a balanced and sealed gas oper-

ating unit. It is highly efcient because it uses

outside air for combustion while independently

heating the indoor air.

Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations

Flush with

a wall

Through exterior wall

enclosed in a chase

Corner

installation

PRE-INSTALLATION

PREPARATION

LOCATION AND SPACE

REQUIREMENTS

Determine the safest and most efcient location for

your DESA/Vexar direct-vent replace. Make sure

that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the

venting system. Choose a location where the heat

output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning

ducts, windows or doors. Figure 2 shows some

common locations. Be aware of all restrictions and

precautions before deciding the exact location for

your replace and termination cap.

When deciding the location of your replace,

follow these rules:

• Do not connect this replace venting to a chim-

ney ue serving a separate solid fuel burning

replace or appliance.

• Due to high temperatures, do not locate this

replace in high trafc areas, windy or drafty

areas or near furniture or draperies.

• Proper clearances must be maintained.

• If your replace is to be installed directly on

carpeting, vinyl tile or any combustible material

other than wood, it must be installed on a metal

or wood panel extending the full width and depth

of the replace. See Figure 3, page 6.

• Your replace is designed to be used in zero

clearance installations. Wall or framing material

can be placed directly against any exterior sur-

face on the back, sides or top of your replace,

except where standoff spacers are integrally

attached. If standoff spacers are attached to your

replace, these spacers can be placed directly

against wall or framing material. See framing

details on page 6.

• If you plan on installing a television or enter-

tainment center recessed above your replace, it

is recommended that you maintain a minimum

18" above top of louver opening.

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• When locating termination cap, it is important

to observe the minimum clearances shown in

Figure 7, page 8.

• If recessing into a wall, you can avoid extra

framing by positioning your replace against

an already existing framing member.

• Do not recess termination cap into a wall or

siding.

• You may paint the termination cap with 450ºF

(232ºC) heat-resistant paint to coordinate with

the exterior nish.

• There must not be any obstruction such as

bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks or util-

ity buildings within 24" from the front of the

termination cap.

• Do not locate termination cap where excessive

snow or ice build up may occur. Be sure to

clear vent termination area after snow falls to

prevent accidental blockage of venting system.

When using snow blowers, do not direct snow

towards vent termination area.

PRE-INSTALLATION

PREPARATION

Continued

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This direct-vent gas replace heater is packaged

with:

• one box containing a 4 piece log set located on

the burner in the rebox.

• one bag containing the owner’s manual with

installation instructions, operator’s guide, and

warranty information.

• one bag of glowing ember material.

• one bag of vermiculite hearth treatments.

Remove the shrink-wrap securing the 2 carton

trays to the unit. Lift the top carton tray off and

remove the 4 corner posts. Discard the bottom tray

once the unit is moved into position.

CLEARANCES

Minimum clearances to combustibles for the re-

place are as follows:

Back and sides* 0"

Perpendicular walls 12"

Floor 0"

Ceiling to louver opening 40"

Front 36"

Top of Standoffs 0"

Vent Surfaces 1" (See venting

instructions fo r

s p e c i f i c v e n t

clearances.)

Mantel Clearances ( S e e M a n t e l

Clearances, page 8

for specifics on

mantel clearances.)

*Combustible material with a maximum thick-

ness of 5/8" may be ush with the top front of

replace.

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FRAMING AND FINISHING

Figure 4, page 7, shows typical framing of this

replace. Figure 5, page 7, shows framing for

corner installation. All minimum clearances must

be met.

For overall unit dimensions, framing allowances

and vent collar locations, see Figure 6, page 7.

For available accessories for this replace, see

Accessories on page 39. If you are using a separate

combustible mantel piece, refer to Figures 7 and

8, page 8 for proper height and clearances. You

can install noncombustible mantels at any height

above the replace.

Note: Noncombustible mantels may discolor!

Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions

15"

36"

25"

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Figure 4 - Framing Clearances for

Installation Against an Exterior Wall

36"

Figure 5 - Framing Clearances for Corner

Installation

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Continued

2 - 2"x4" Vertical

Double Stud

21"

TO CENTER OF

TOP VENT

TO NAILING

FLANGES

OPENING

These dimensions allow for 1" of

clearance at the sides and back of

replace. 0" clearance is also permitted

at all sides if framed.

Figure 6 - Unit Dimensions

TO CENTER OF

8" TOP VENT

TO NAILING

FLANGES

5/8"

36"

FACE DIM.

2 "

37"

TO NAILING

FLANGE

ELECTRICAL

INLET

GAS SUPPLY

INLET

TO NAILING

FLANGE

38"

NAILING

FLANGE

WALL SWITCH

WIREWAY

WALL SWITCH

WIREWAY

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PRE-INSTALLATION

PREPARATION

Continued

Figure 8 - Side Clearances for Combustible Materials

33°

SAFE

ZONE

12"

Perpendicular

Side Wall

Combustible

Material May

Be Used

Outer Surround

To Fireplace

Opening

Ref.

Mantel

Depth Ref.

Mantel from

Top of Louver

Opening

1 16" A 14"

2 14" A 12"

3 12" B 10"

4 10" C 8"

5 8" D 6"

6 4" F 4"

7 2" G 2"

Figure 7 - Clearances for Combustible Mantels

MANTEL CLEARANCES

Figure 7 shows projected mantel depths at various

heights above the top of the louver opening. Figure

8 shows the minimum allowable distances from

various mantel components in relation to the both

sides of the replace opening.

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used and the face are sealed with

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Fixed

Closed

Openable

Fixed

Closed

Openable

TERMINATION CAP

AIR SUPPLY INLET

GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA

(TERMINATION PROHIBITED)

A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony

[*12 inches (30.5mc) minimum]

B = clearance to window or door that may be opened

[12 inches (30.5cm) minimum]

C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches

(30.5cm) recommended to prevent condensation on window]

D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal

within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (61cm) from the

center-line of the terminal [18 inches (45.7cm) minimum]

E = clearance to unventilated soffit [12 inches (30.5cm) minimum]

F = clearance to outside corner (see below)

G = clearance to inside corner (see below)

H = *not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly within

36 inches (91.4cm) horizontally from the center-line of the regulator

I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72 inches (182.9cm)

minimum]

J = clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or the

combustion air inlet to any other fireplace [*12 inches (30.5cm)

minimum]

K = clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet [*72 inches (182.9cm)

minimum]

L = † clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway located on

public property [*84 inches (213.3cm) minimum]

M = clearance under veranda, porch, deck [*12 inches (30.5cm) minimum ‡]

N = clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of 24 inches (61cm)

above the highest point when it passes through the roof surface and

any other obstruction within a horizontal distance of 18 inches (45.7cm)

† vent shall not terminate directly above a side-walk or paved driveway which is located between two

single family dwellings and serves both dwellings*

‡ only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balconey is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor*

* as specified in CAN/CSA B149 (.1 or .2) Installation Codes (1991) for Canada and U.S.A.

Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances

A = 6" (15.2cm)

Inside Corner

B = 6" (15.2cm)

C = Maximum depth of 48" (121.9cm) for

recessed location

D = Minimum width for back wall of

recessed location -

Combustible - 38" (965mm)

Noncombustible - 24" (61cm)

E = Clearance from corner in

recessed location-

Combustible - 6" (15.2cm)

Noncombustible - 2" (5.1cm)

Outside Corner Recessed Location

G = 12" (30.5cm) minimum clearance

Balcony with No Side Wall

Combustible &

Noncombustible

H = 24" (61cm)

J = 20" (50.8cm)

Balcony with Perpendicular Side Wall

Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors

Figure 9 - Minimum Clearances for Termination Cap

LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP

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INSTRUCTIONS

NOTICE: Read these instruc-

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

These models are tested and approved for use

with DESA/Vexar (direct-vent) pipe components

and terminations.

The venting system must terminate on the outside of

the structure and can not be attached to a chimney

or ue system serving a separate solid fuel or gas

burning appliance. A direct-vent appliance must

have its own venting system. DO NOT common

vent this appliance.

This model is approved to be vented either

horizontally through an outside wall or vertically

through a roof or chase enclosure using the fol-

lowing:

• When venting system terminates horizontally

on an outside wall, you may install a standoff

if the termination cap is to be installed directly

on a combustible nish such as vinyl, wood,

stucco, etc.

• Never run the vent downward as this may

cause excessive temperatures which could

cause a re.

• Vent pipe air space clearances to combustibles

are 1" on all sides except on the horizontal

sections, which requires 2" clearance from

the top of the pipe. Where the termination cap

penetrates a combustible wall, 1" air space

clearance is required.

• Have replace and selected vent components on

hand to help determine the exact measurements

when elbowing or offsetting. Always use wall

restops when penetrating walls, ceilings or

attic spaces.

• Install horizontal venting with a 1/4" rise for

every 12" of run toward the termination.

WARNING: Read all instruc-

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  

Failure to do so could result in





IMPORTANT: Do not seal vent cap to pipe. Cap

must be removable for servicing.

NOTICE: Failure to follow these in-



NOTICE: Do not seal termination



   



INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

• Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection

• Use extreme caution when using ladders or

when on roof tops

• Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls

and ceilings

The following actions will void the warranty on

your venting system:

• Installation of any damaged venting com-

ponent

• Unauthorized modication of the venting system

(Do not cut or alter vent components)

• Installation of any component part not manu-

factured or approved by DESA/Vexar

• Installation other than as instructed by these

instructions

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   



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    





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

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INSTALLATION PLANNING

There are two starter vent kits available for

either a horizontal or a vertical installation:

• CHVK-58 Corner Horizontal Vent Kit - Intend-

ed for corner or ush installations with less than

24" of horizontal distance to the termination.

• CVVK-58 - Ceiling Vertical Vent Kit - Intended

for a straight vertical installation through a ceil-

ing with less than 9' to a roof termination.

Horizontal Termination Installation

IMPORTANT: Horizontal square terminations

require only inner portion of wall restop.

1. Set the replace in its desired location and deter-

mine the route your horizontal venting will take.

Do not secure the replace until all venting has

been installed. Some installations require sliding

the replace in and out of position to make nal

venting connections. Figures 14 through 18 on

pages 13 and 14 show different congurations

for venting with horizontal termination that will

help you decide which application best suits your

installation. Check to see if wall studs or roof

rafters are in the path of your desired venting

route. If they are, you may want to adjust the

location of the replace.

2. Direct vent pipe sections and components are

designed with special twist-lock connections.

 The female ends of the

pipes have locking lugs (indentations). These

lugs will slide straight into matching slots on

the male ends of adjacent pipes. Push pipe sec-

tions together and twist one section clockwise

approximately one-quarter turn until the sections

are fully locked (see Figure 10). Note: Horizon-

tal runs of vent must be supported every three

feet. Use wall straps for this purpose.

3. Any straight pipe section, a 45° or 90° elbow

can be used when rst connecting the venting

system to the replace. Elbows are designed

to twist-lock into any of four 90° positions to

direct the venting system to the desired loca-

tion. IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to alter

the conguration of the elbow by cutting,

twisting, bending, etc.

4. Assemble the desired combination of pipe and

elbows to the replace ue collar. If there are

long portions of venting run, pre-assembled

pipe sections may be installed as subassem-

blies for convenience.

VENTING INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Figure 10 - Vent Pipe Connections

Female

Locking Lugs

Male

Slots

Figure 11 - Vent Opening Requirements

Center of

Hole

5. Carefully determine the location where the vent

pipe assembly will penetrate the outside wall.

The center of the hole should line up with the

center-line of the horizontal vent pipe. Mark the

wall for a 10

/4" x 10

/4" square hole. Cut and

frame the square hole in the exterior wall where

the vent will be terminated (see Figure 11).

(Framing

Detail)

Inside Framing

Vent

pening

Combustible Wall

Vent Opening

Noncombustible Wall

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INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

WARNING: Do not recess

  



6.  For vinyl siding,

stucco or wood exteriors, a siding standoff

may be installed between the vent cap and

exterior wall. The siding standoff prevents

excessive heat from damaging the siding

materials. Siding material must be cut to

accommodate standoff. Bolt the vent cap

to the standoff. Apply nonhardening mastic

around outside edge of standoff. Position the

standoff/cap assembly in the center of the

" square hole and attach to exterior wall

with wood screws provided (see Figure 12).

The siding standoff must sit ush against the

exterior fascia material.

7.  Fit the outer

and inner wall restop into wall before connect-

ing horizontal run to vent cap (see Figure 13).

8. Carefully move replace, with vent assembly

attached, toward wall and insert vent pipe

into horizontal termination. The pipe overlap

should be a minimum of 1

9. Place replace into position and shim with

noncombustible material, if needed. Nail or

screw side anges to framing to secure unit in

place. IMPORTANT: Make sure replace is

level before securing. If replace is not level

it will not work properly.

Figure 12 - Installing Siding Standoff

(Combustible Exterior Wall)

Cut Siding Away

to Fit Standoff

Screws

Standoff

Vent

Cap

Apply Mastic

to All Four Sides

Figure 13 - Installing Outer Wall Firestop

(Combustible Exterior Wall)

Inner Wall

Firestop

Inner Wall

Firestop

Outer Wall

Firestop

NOTICE: Do not seal termination



   



WARNING: Never run vent

downward as this may cause

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   

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GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION

Recommended CHVK-58 Corner Horizontal

Vent Kit:

• Installation using cabinet surrounds

• Through the wall using square termination

(up to 24" horizontal pipe)

• Corner installation (Using one 6" vertical sec-

tion, one 90° elbow and a maximum of 24" of

horizontal pipe)

VENTING INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Figure 14 - Horizontal Termination

Conguration For Corner Installation

Using One 90° Elbow

Figure 15 - Horizontal Termination

Conguration with Vertical Rise and One

90° Elbow













51" 6" 26" Max.

" Min. 1' 30" Max.

" Min. 2' 74" Max.

" Min. 3' 98" Max.

94" Min. 4' 122" Max.

106" Min. 5' 146" Max.

159" Min. 9' 20' Max.

Wall

Firestop

Straight/

Adjustable

Pipe 24" Max.

Horizontal

Square

Termination

90°

Elbow

Corner Installation

 

51" Min. 32

" Max

90° Elbow

Wall

Firestop

Square

Termination

Not to Exceed

(H) Limits

Required

for (V),

See Chart

for Pipe

Section

Required



Figures 14 through 18 show different congura-

tions and alternatives for venting with horizontal

termination. Each figure includes a chart with

critical minimum and maximum dimensions which

MUST be met. IMPORTANT: Remember that a

horizontal run of venting must have a 1/4" rise for

every 12" of run toward the termination.

Figure 16 - Square Termination

Clearance at Ground Floor Installation

12"

Min.

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Continued

HORIZONTAL VENT INSTALLATIONS

USING MULTIPLE 90° ELBOWS

The following congurations show the minimum

vertical rise requirements for a horizontal system

using two 90° elbows.

Figure 17 - Horizontal Termination Conguration For Venting Using Two 90° Elbows







Horizontal (H



7' Min. 10' Max

8' Min. 12' Max

9' Min. 14' Max

10' Min. 16' Max

11' Min. 18' Max

13' Min. 20' Max

90°

Elbow

90°

Elbow

Figure 18 - Horizontal Termination Conguration for Venting Using Three 90° Elbows



 



Horizontal (H



5' Min. 2' Max. 6' Max

6' Min. 3' Max. 8' Max

7' Min. 4' Max. 10' Max

8' Min. 5' Max. 12' Max

12' Min. 8' Max. 20' Max

20' Min. 8' Max. 20' Max

90°

Elbow

90°

Elbow

90°

Elbow

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VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL

TERMINATION

Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in all

vertical installations.

1. Determine the route your vertical venting

will take. If ceiling joists, roof rafters or other

framing will obstruct the venting system,

consider an offset (see Figure 19) to avoid cut-

ting load bearing members. Note: Pay special

attention to these installation instructions for

required clearances (air space) to combustibles

when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs,

enclosures, attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air

spaces with insulation. Also note maximum

vertical rise of the venting system and any

maximum horizontal offset limitations.

2. Set the replace in desired location. Drop a

plumb line down from the ceiling to the posi-

tion of the replace exit ue. Mark the center

point where the vent will penetrate the ceiling.

Drill a small locating hole at this point.

Drop a plumb line from the inside of the roof

to the locating hole in the ceiling. Mark the

center point where the vent will penetrate the

roof. Drill a small locating hole at this point.

Figure 19 - 45° and 30° Offset with Wall

Strap

Roof

Flashing

Wall

Strap

45°

Elbows

WS-58

Wall Strap

2 - 2 x 4

Vertical

Header

OSR58-30

30° Offset

Return

Horizontal

Frame Member

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1. Cut a 10

" square hole in the ceiling using

the locating hole as a center point. The open-

ing should be framed to 10

" x 10

" inside

dimensions, as shown in Figure 11 on page

11 using framing lumber the same size as the

ceiling joists. If the area above the ceiling is

an insulated ceiling, you must use the restop

thimble and special restop included with the

kit to prevent insulation from contacting the

vent pipe (see Thimble Installation, page 16).

Otherwise, install restop below the framed

hole. The restop should be installed with no

less than three nails per side (see Figure 20).

2. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and

elbows necessary to reach from the replace

ue up through the restop. Be sure all pipe

and elbow connections are fully twist-locked

(see Figure 10, page 11).

3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole

as a center point. (Cover any exposed open

vent pipes before cutting hole in roof.) The

" x 10

" hole must be measured on

the horizontal; actual length may be larger

depending on the pitch of the roof. There

must be a 1" clearance from the vent pipe to

combustible materials. Frame the opening as

shown in Figure 11, page 11.

4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up

through the hole.

Note: If an offset is needed to avoid obstruc-

tions, you must support the vent pipe every 3

feet. Use wall straps for this purpose (see Fig-

ure 19). Whenever possible, use 45° elbows

instead of 90° elbows. The 45° elbow offers

less restriction to the ow of the ue gases

and intake air.

Figure 20 - Installing Firestop

If area above is a room, install restop

above framed hole.

If area above is an insulated area, install

restop below framed hole.

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5. Place the ashing over the pipe section(s)

extending through the roof. Secure the base of

the ashing to the roof and framing with roof-

ing nails. Be sure roong material overlaps the

top edge of the ashing as shown in Figure 19,

page 15. There must be a 1" clearance from

the vent pipe to combustible materials.

Continue to add pipe sections until the height of

the vent cap meets the minimum building code

requirements described in Figure 9 on page 9.

Note: You must increase vent height for steep roof

pitches. Nearby trees, adjoining rooines, steep

pitched roofs and other similar factors may cause

poor draft or down-drafting in high winds. Increas-

ing the vent height may solve this problem.

7. Twist-lock the vent cap onto the last section

of vent pipe.

Note: If the vent pipe passes through any occupied

areas above the rst oor, including storage spaces

and closets, you must enclose pipe. You may frame

and sheetrock the enclosure with standard construc-

tion material. Make sure and meet the minimum

allowable clearances to combustibles. Do not ll

any of the required air spaces with insulation.

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1. Plumb and locate knockout area for vent pipe.

2. Cut and frame ceiling joist to dimensions

shown in Figure 11, page 11.

3. Determine where restop plate should be at-

tached to thimble by test-tting thimble into

framing. Thimble should be at or above the

height of the insulation.

4. Attach thimble into restop plate using 4 hex

screws provided (see Figure 21).

VENTING INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Figure 22 - Vertical Venting

Conguration using Three 90° Elbows

(Vertical Round High Wind Termination)

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

Horizontal (H



Horizontal (H



8' Min. 5' Max

10' Min. 8' Max

12' Min. 11' Max

14' Min. 14' Max

16' Min. 17' Max

18' Min. 20' Max

40' Min. 20' Max

90° Elbow

Note: Install a

VR-58 vertical

restrictor ring

into inner pipe

section prior to

attaching vent

termination

cap.

Framing

Top of

Thimble

Should

Measure

to Top of

Insullation

Hex Screw

to Attach

Firestop to

Thimble

Phillips Screws

to Attach

Firestop to

Framed Hole

Firestop

Figure 21 - Installing Thimble with

Firestop

5. Ret assembly into opening and attach to

framing with 8 phillips screws provided (see

Figure 20, page 15).

6. Thimble installation is ready to receive vent

pipe. Follow venting installation instructions.

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

Figures 22 through 25 show four different con-

gurations for vertical termination.

VERTICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS USING

MULTIPLE 90° ELBOWS

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VENTING INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Figure 24 - Vertical Venting

Conguration Using Two 90° Elbows

(Vertical Round High Wind Termination)

Note: Vertical (V

)

+ Vertical (V

) =

40' Max.

Horizontal Above

14' Vertical =

20' Max.

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

Vertical



Horizontal



8' Min. 9' Max

9' Min. 11' Max

10' Min. 13' Max

12' Min. 17' Max

14' Min. 20' Max

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 

8' Min. 6' Max

9' Min. 8' Max

10' Min. 10' Max

12' Min. 14' Max

14' Min. 18' Max

40' Min. 20' Max

Note: Install a

VR-58 vertical

restrictor ring

into inner pipe

section prior to

attaching vent

termination

cap.

90° Elbow

Note: Install a

VR-58 vertical

restrictor ring

into inner pipe

section prior to

attaching vent

termination cap.

90°

Elbow

Figure 23 - Vertical Venting

Conguration Using Two 90° Elbows

(Vertical Round High Wind Termination)

Figure 25 - Vertical Venting

Conguration with No Horizontal Run

(Vertical Round High Wind Termi

nation)



V = 40' Max.

Note: Install a VR-58

vertical restrictor ring

into inner pipe section

prior to attaching vent

termination cap.

Note: Install an

OSR58-30 30°

offset return

with WS-58 wall

strap supports

as necessary

to maintain 1"

Clearance to all

horizontal wood

frame members.

WS-5 8

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AND COMPONENTS

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 

P58-6 6" Section Double Wall Pipe,

Galv.

P58-12 12" Section Double Wall Pipe,

Galv.

P58-24 24" Section Double Wall Pipe, Galv.

P58-36 36" Section Double Wall Pipe, Galv.

P58-48 48" Section Double Wall Pipe,

Galv.

PA58-712 Adjustable 7"-12" Section Double

Wall Pipe, Galv.

E58-45 45° Elbow, Galv.

E58-90 90° Elbow, Galv.

Note: Install a Firestop

Plate FP-58 or a Firestop

Thimble FTA-58 to

maintain cleaance to

combustible ceiling or

insulating materials.

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VENTING INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

 

CVVK-58 Ceiling Vertical Vent Kit

(Includes: 30° Offset Return, 7"-12"

Adjustable Pipe, Flue Restrictor,

Vertical High Wind Termination,

3' Pipe, 4' Pipe, Firestop Plate,

Firestop Thimble, Storm Collar,

Roof Flashing [0/12 - 6/12], 38

Screws)

CHVK-58 Corner Horizontal Vent Kit,

(Includes 90° Elbow, 7"-12"

Adjustable Pipe, Wall Firestop,

Horizontal Square Termination,

6" Pipe, 18 Screws)

HHTK-58 High Wind Round Horizontal

Termination Kit (Includes Round

Termination, Wall Firestop, 45°

Elbow)

HHT-58 High Wind Round Horizontal

Termination Kit, Galv.

HTS-58 Horizontal Square Termination,

Galv. HTKS-58 Horizontal Square

Termination Kit (Includes: Square

Termination, Wall Firestop, 45°

Elbow)

VT-58 Vertical Round Termination, Galv.

SC-58 Storm Collar, Galv.

WF-58 Wall Firestop, Galv.

RF-58-6 Roof Flashing - 0 to 6/12 Pitch,

Galv.

RF-58-12 Roof Flashing - 6/12 to 12/12

Pitch, Galv.

VR-58 Vertical Restrictor, Galv.

S-58 Vinyl Siding Standoff, Galv.

WS-58 Wall Strap

CS-58 Cathedral Ceiling Support

FP-58 Firestop Plate

SF-58 Stucco Flashing -

For use with HTS-58

RF-58 Flat Roof Flashing

FIREPLACE

INSTALLATION

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY CONNECTION

CAUTION:

Disconnect the

    

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WARNING:

 

-

   

      -

sence of local code, with the

current National Electric Code,

ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian

Electric Code, CSA C22.1

A prewired junction box receptacle with strain

relief is provided on the right side of the cabinet

for hard wiring the unit to a 15 Amp, 120VAC,

60Hz grounded branch circuit. If the installation

demands that the electrical supply be connected

from the left side, the entire receptacle box can

be relocated to the left side by following these

instructions:

Note: If you do not need to relocate the junction

box, to connect the electric supply follow steps 8

through 11 only:

1. Remove 2 screws and outer cover with strain

relief bushing on right side of cabinet (see

Figure 26).

2. Remove inner retaining screw on junction box

mounting tab.

3. Slide junction box up until screw mounting

tab is lined up to notch in outer cabinet.

Figure 26 - Relocating Junction Box

Receptacle and Electrical Supply

Connection

J-Box Cover

with Strain

Relief

J-Box

Cover

Romex

Cable

J-Box with

Receptacle

J-Box Cover with

Strain Relief

Screw/Tab

Retainer

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4. Swing the junction box out and slip retaining

ange out through the slot in outer cabinet.

5. Remove two screws and outer cover on the

left side of the outer cabinet.

6. Reinsert junction box retaining ange through

slot now on the left side and swing screw

mounting tab back through notch as before.

7. Slide the junction box down till mounting tab

holes line up and replace the inner retaining

screw.

8. With junction box cover removed, pull the end

of 3-wire Romex supply line through universal

strain relief bushing on cover (see Figure 26,

page 18).

9. Strip back the outer Romex to about 4" and

connect black, white and green wires accord-

ingly using 3 wire nut connectors.

10. Tuck tailing wires into junction box and

replace junction box cover using 2 remaining

screws.

11. Tighten down strain adjustment on universal

bushing until Romex sheathing is secured.

The electrical connection is now complete.

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ACCESSORIES

   

    

-

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

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WARNING: If there is a du-

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

     

    



-

     





Follow all instructions provided in the blower

accessory kit.

FIREPLACE

INSTALLATION

Continued

1. Attach power cord to blower motor by rmly

pushing the two female terminals at the end of

power cord onto the two spade terminals on

blower motor (see Figure 27).

2. Attach green ground wire from power cord

to blower housing using screw provided (see

Figure 27). Tighten screws securely.

3. Place blower against lower rear wall of the

rebox outer wrapper with exhaust port di-

rected upward. The blower will t inside the

back opening and be held in position against

the back wall by magnets (see Figure 27).

Be certain that all wire terminals are securely at-

tached to terminals on blower motor and that the

screw retaining the green ground wire is tight.

5. Mount speed control box by placing plastic

control shaft through opening in switch

bracket (see Figure 28).

Blower Location

Side View

Figure 27 - Blower Model BK

Magnetic

Strips

Exhaust Port

Screw

Green

Ground

Wire

Spade

Terminals

Lower Firebox

Cavity

Figure 28 - Attaching Speed Control to

Firebox (Millivolt Models)

Speed Control

Control Shaft

Locknut

Control

Knob

Switch

Bracket

Blower

Plug-In

Duplex Outlet

(Located underneath

rebox oor against

lower right outside wall)

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6. While supporting speed control, secure control

shaft with lock nut by pushing and turning

lock nut with pliers clockwise until it is tight

against front panel. Place control knob pro-

vided on shaft.

7. Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously

turned off per the warningon page 19.

8. Plug in blower power cord.

a. If your rebox is installed as a free-

standing unit with an accessory mantel,

determine whether the power cord will exit

the left side or the right side of the rebox.

Route power cord through exit hole and

plug the power cord into a wall receptacle

near the rebox.

b. If your rebox installation is recessed

and/or prewired, plug the power cord into

the duplex outlet provided. Refer to your

rebox owner’s manual for instructions

on wiring the duplex outlet.

CAUTION: Never touch the

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9. Check to make sure that the power cord is com-

pletely clear of the blower wheel and that there

are no other foreign objects in blower wheel.

Turn blower on and check for operation. Turn

blower off by turning knob fully counterclock-

wise before continuing.

10. Peel off the backing paper and stick the sup-

plied wiring diagram decal on the rebox bot-

tom approximately 12" in front of the blower

(see Figure 29).

Figure 29 - Location of Wiring Diagram

Decal (Model May Vary From Illustration)

Wiring Diagram Decal

6" in Front of Blower

FIREPLACE

INSTALLATION

Continued

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Note: When installing the BKT thermostati-

cally-controlled blower, you must rst secure the

thermal switch bracket to the blower if it has not

already been factory installed.

1. Place the green ground wire with ring terminal

between the bottom hole on the thermal switch

bracket and the top ear hole on the blower as-

sembly. Insert the phillips screw into all three

pieces and tighten securely (see Figure 30).

2. Connect wire harness and power cord ter-

minals. Connect the blue jumper wire to the

blower motor terminal and the right side ter-

minal of the thermal switch. Connect the black

wire to the left side of the thermal switch and

the white wire to the other remaining blower

motor terminal.

Note: The power cord outer insulation sleeve may

have to be stripped slightly to allow enough wire

length to reach and make all connections. DO NOT

trim excessive length away. Just enable enough to

make all connections securely.

Thermodisc

Figure 30 - Blower Model BKT

Air Flow

Direction

Route BKT Blower

Through This Area

Magnets

Blower

Location

Side View Firebox Bottom

Black

Wire

Phillips

Screw

Blue Wire

Ring Terminal on

Green Wire

White Wire

Thermal

Switch

Thermal

Switch

Bracket

Power Cord

Air Flow

Direction

Magnetic

Strips

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