Astria Fireplaces Altair-OLD Instruction Sheet

Type
Instruction Sheet

This manual is also suitable for

Astria Fireplaces Altair-OLD offers a range of features to enhance your fireplace experience. With its millivolt system, it provides reliable ignition and operation even during power outages. The included conversion kit allows you to switch between natural gas and propane fuel sources, ensuring flexibility in your fuel choice. The adjustable air shutters enable you to customize the flame appearance and heat output, creating the perfect ambiance for your space.

Astria Fireplaces Altair-OLD offers a range of features to enhance your fireplace experience. With its millivolt system, it provides reliable ignition and operation even during power outages. The included conversion kit allows you to switch between natural gas and propane fuel sources, ensuring flexibility in your fuel choice. The adjustable air shutters enable you to customize the flame appearance and heat output, creating the perfect ambiance for your space.

IHP.US.com 900792-00 NC
1
GAS CONVERSION KIT FOR SIT MILLIVOLT FIREPLACES
NATURAL GAS TO PROPANE AND PROPANE TO NATURAL GAS
[FOR USE IN FIREPLACE MODELS LISTED IN TABLES 1 AND 2 ON PAGE 2]
KIT CONTENTS
Pilot Orifice, Main Burner Orifice, Low-Rate Orifice, Gas Conversion
Kit (containing Pressure Regulator Assembly),Conversion Sticker and
Conversion Sticker Form (to be filled out and affixed by installer)
REQUIRED TOOLS
Safety Gloves, 5/32” Allen Wrench, Torx Bit (T20 with 1/4” shank
and center hole) or Flat Blade Screwdriver, 1/2” Open-End Wrench
TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY TO THE APPLIANCE. DISCONNECT
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY.
READ ALL THE STEPS BEFORE STARTING THE CONVERSION. IN-
STALLER NOTICE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE LEFT WITH THE
APPLIANCE.
When installing gas components use pipe joint compound or
Teflon tape on all pipe fittings before installing (Do not use pipe
joint compounds on flare fittings).
NOTE: THE FIREPLACE MUST BE OFF AND COLD BEFORE PERFORM-
ING THE GAS CONVERSION.
ALL WARNINGS, PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THE INSTAL-
LATION AND OPERATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THE APPLIANCE
APPLY TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Gas conversion kits are available to adapt the fireplace from the
use of one type of gas to the use of another. These kits contain all
the necessary components needed to complete the task including
labeling that must be affixed to ensure safe operation.
WARNING
This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified
service agency in accordance with the manufac-
turer's instructions and all applicable codes and
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If
the information in these instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire, explosion or production of carbon
monoxide may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life. The qualified service
agency performing this installation is responsible
for the proper installation of this kit and assumes
responsibility for this conversion. The installation
is not proper and complete until the operation of the
converted appliance is checked as specified in the
manufacturers instructions supplied with the kit.
IMPORTANT LE CANADA SEULEMENT
La conversion devra être effectuée conformément aux
recommandations des autorités provinciales ayant
juridiction et conformément aux exigences du code
d'installation CAN/CSA B149.1.
IMPORTANT CANADA
The conversion shall be carried out in accordance with
the requirements of the provincial authorities having
jurisdiction and in accordance with the requirements
of the CAN/CSA B149.1 Installation code.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cet équipement de conversion sera installé par
une agence qualifiée de service conformément aux
instructions du fabricant et toutes exigences et codes
applicables de l'autorisés avoir la juridiction. Si
l'information dans cette instruction n'est pas suivie
exactement, un feu, explosion ou production de
protoxyde de carbone peut résulter le dommages
causer de propriété, perte ou blessure personnelle de
vie. L'agence qualifiée de service est esponsable de
l'installation propre de cet équipment. L'installation
n'est pas propre et compléte jusqu'à l'opération de
l'appareil converti est chéque suivant les critères
établis dans les instructions de propriétaire provi-
sionnées avec l'équipement.
MILLIVOLT GAS CONVERSION KITS
(SIT FIREPLACES)
P/N 900792-00
Rev. NC, 08/2016
HEARTH PRODUCTS
KITS AND ACCESSORIES
IHP.US.com
900792-00 NC 1
If you encounter any problems, need clarification of these
instructions or are not qualified to properly install this kit, contact
you local distributor or dealer.
IHP.US.com 900792-00 NC
2
Millivolt Systems,Natural Gas To Propane Gas Conversion Kits
(SIT Fireplaces)
Cat. No. Model Ecoflow Electronic Model Fireplaces
F2898 GCKSMS557051NP DRT4040DMP-B, Altair 40DMP-B
F2902 GCKSMS537051NP DRT4045DMP-B, Altair 45DMP-B
Table 1
Millivolt Systems, Propane Gas to Natural Gas Conversion Kits
(SIT Fireplaces)
Cat. No. Model Ecoflow Electronic Model Fireplace
F2899 GCKSMS425531PN DRT4040DMN-B, Altair 40DMN-B
F2903 GCKSMS415531PN DRT4045DMN-B, Altair 45DMN-B
Table 2
Installing Gas Conversion Kits
CAUTION
The gas supply shall be shut OFF prior to discon-
necting the electrical power, before proceeding with
the conversion.
ATTENTION
Avant d’effecteur la conversion, coupez d’abord
l’alimentation en gaz, ensuite, coupez l’alimentation
electrique.
Figure 1
Figure 2
IMPORTANT
The burner orifice provided in this kit are only for use
at elevations of 0 to 2,000 feet (610 M) in the USA
and 0 to 4,500 feet (0-1372 M) in Canada. At higher
elevations the BTU input must be de-rated by 4% for
every 1,000 feet (305 M) to maintain the proper ratio
of gas to air. If the installer must convert the unit to
adjust for varying altitudes, a deration information
sticker must be filled out by the installer and adhered
to the appliance at the time of the conversion. Contact
your local gas supplier for deration requirements for
your area.
1. TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY TO THE FIREPLACE and discon-
nect power supply at the circuit breaker. Ensure fireplace is
cold.
2. Open the lower control compartment at the bottom front of the
fireplace door by holding the control compartment door, then
rotate it away from the fireplace.
3. Remove the barrier and front glass door/frame from the fire-
place.
4. Remove the logs. If necessary, remove the log grate. NOTE:
Exercise care so as not to break the logs.
5. If applicable, remove ceramic or porcelain firebox liner.
6. Remove the rear and front burner assemblies. NOTE: The rear
burner air shutter rod is connected to a lever under the firebox.
7. Rotate the burner to release the air shutter adjustment rod from
the air shutter lever. Set screws and burner aside for later rein-
stallation.
8. Refer to the instructions provided with the SIT Regulator Con-
version Kit, and Figure 1. Using a Torx T20 driver (with 1/4”
shank) or slotted screwdriver, remove and discard the three
pressure regulator mounting screws, pressure regulator tower,
the diaphragm assembly (if applicable) and the spring. Discard
all removed components.
Pressure
Regulator
Remove
These
Components
Pilot
Orifice
Read this instruction sheet in its entirety before beginning the
installation.
ALL WARNINGS, PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THE
APPLIANCE APPLY TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Check the contents of the kits upon receipt and check for any
damaged or missing parts. If there is hidden damage, notify
your freight company or IHP dealer immediately.
INSTALLER NOTICE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE LEFT WITH
THE APPLIANCE.
900792-00 NC 3
IHP.US.com
Figure 3
WARNING
Never use an open flame to check for leaks.
9. Remove the rear and front burner orifices from the manifold
and replace them with the orifices provided in the kit (Figure 3).
NOTE: See Table 6 for burner orifice sizes.
10. Use pipe joint compound or Teflon® tape on all pipe fittings be-
fore installing. NOTE: Ensure propane resistant compounds are
used in propane applications, do not use pipe joint compounds
on flare fittings.
11. Retrieve the burner and hold the venturi tube above the orifice.
Place the shutter adjusting rod in the slot of the shutter arm
(Figure 4A). Set the burner assembly into its position and se-
cure with the two screws previously removed.
12. Reinstall the subfloor with screws.
13. Reassemble the remaining components.
14. Turn on gas supply and test for gas leaks, using a gas leak test
solution—also known as bubble leak solution. NOTE: Using a
soapy water solution is an effective leak test solution but it is
not recommended, because the soap residue that is left on the
pipes/fittings can result in corrosion over time.
A. Light the fireplace (refer to the lighting instructions
label in the control compartment).
B. Brush all joints and connections with the gas leak test
solution to check for leaks. If bubbles are formed, or
gas odor is detected, turn off the appliance. Either
tighten or refasten the leaking connection, and then
retest as described above.
C. When the gas lines are tested and leak free, rinse off
the leak testing solution.
15. Relight the main burner. Verify proper burner ignition and op-
eration. See Figure 5. Adjust burner air shutters, if necessary
(see Figures 4A, 4B and Table 3).
16. Inspect the pilot system for proper flame. The pilot flame should
engulf the flame sensor. See Figure 6.
17. Using a manometer, test the inlet and manifold gas pressures
(Tables 4 and 5). NOTE: Always test pressures with the valve
regulator control at the highest setting.
18. Affix the appropriate conversion labels (see Figures 8 and 9).
19. Replace door, barrier and optional facade (if installed) - Ensure
proper operation with both door and barrier in place.
NOTE: A BARRIER DESIGNED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS
FROM HOT VIEWING GLASS SHALL BE USED DURING OPERA-
TION OF THIS FIREPLACE FOR THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN
AND OTHER AT-RISK INDIVIDUALS.
Figure 4A - FRONT Air Shutter Setting
Figure 4B - REAR Air Shutter Setting
BURNER AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
1. Adjust the air shutters per instructions in Figures 4A and 4B and
Table 3.
2. Light the fireplace. Follow the lighting procedure on the lighting
label in the control compartment.
3. Allow the burner to operate for at least fifteen (15) minutes while
observing the flame continuously to ensure that the proper flame
appearance is achieved (Figure 5). If the following conditions
are present, adjust accordingly.
If flame appears weak or sooty, adjust the air shutter,
incrementally, to a more open position until the proper flame
appearance is achieved.
If flame remains blue, adjust the air shutter, incrementally,
to a more closed position until the proper flame appearance
is achieved.
4. When satisfied that the burner flame appearance is normal,
reinstall the lower control compartment door, then proceed to
finish the installation.
Air Shutter
Adjustment
Rod Down
(Fully-Open
Position)
Burner
Tube
Adjustment
Rod Up
(Fully-Closed
Position)
Adjustment
Set-Screw
The adjustment rod for the front air shutter is
located in the lower control compartment. See
Table 3 for the standard adjustment setting.
Closed
Open
Burner Air Shutter Settings
Models
Natural Gas Propane
Front Air
Shutter
Rear Air
Shutter
Front Air
Shutter
Rear Air
Shutter
All 1/16”
(1.6 mm)
1/8”
(3.2 mm)
1/8”
(3.2 mm)
1/8”
(3.2 mm)
Table 3
The adjustment lever for the rear air shutter is located in the lower control
compartment. See Table 3 for the standard adjustment setting.
Closed
Open
Rear Air Shutter Adjustment Lever
4
Figure 5 - Burner Flame Appearance
Figure 6 - Pilot Flame Appearance
No Blue Flame
Center
Soot at
Flame Tip
Dark Orange
Flame
IMPROPERLY
BURNING FLAME
Soot above
Flame Tip No Soot at
Flame Tip
PROPERLY
BURNING FLAME
Semi-Transparent
Yellow Flame
Blue Flame
Center
THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO: THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO:
INPUT BTU / HR - ##, ###
MANIFOLD PRESSURE - 10”
ORIFICE SIZE: ## (#.##”)
INPUT BTU / HR - ##, ###
MANIFOLD PRESSURE - 3.5”
ORIFICE SIZE: ## (#.##”)
PROPANE GAS NATURAL GAS
Figure 8 - Affix Gas Conversion Sticker
Figure 9 - Fill Out and Affix Gas Conversion Form Sticker
Affix the supplied gas conversion sticker next to the rating
plate label stating this unit has been converted to another gas.
Fill out, then affix the supplied gas conversion form sticker
next to the rating plate.
Pilot
Hood
Sensor
Ignitor
Igniter
Pilot Hood
Thermocouple
Pilot Hood
Thermocouple
Igniter
Inlet Gas Supply Pressure
Fuel # Minimum Maximum
Natural Gas 5” WC (1.25 kPa) 10.5” WC (2.61 kPa)
Propane 11.0” WC (2.74 kPa) 13.0” WC (3.23 kPa)
Table 4
Manifold Gas Supply Pressure
Fuel # Pressure
Natural Gas 3.5” WC (0.87 kPa)
Propane 10.0” WC (2.49 kPa)
Table 5
BTU Input
Millivolt Models
Natural Gas Propane Gas
High
Rate
Low
Rate
High
Rate
Low
Rate
DRT4040-B, Altair 40-B 28,000 20,000 25,000 18,000
DRT4045-B, Altair 45-B 31,000 21,000 31,000 20,000
Table 7
REFERENCE INFORMATION
THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN CONVERTED ON (MM/DD/YY)
________________ TO _____________ GAS WITH KIT NO.
_______________ BY (NAME AND ADDRESS OF ____________
_______________________________________ ORIGANIZATION
MAKING THIS CONVERSION), WHICH ACCEPTS THE
RESPONSIBILITY THAT THIS CONVERSION HAS BEEN
PROPERLY MADE.”
“CET APPAREIL ELAIT CONVERT SUR LE (MM/DD/YY)
________________ A _______________ GAZ AVEC
L’EQUIPEMENT NO. ____________________ PAR (NOM ET
ADRESSE_____________________________________________
D’ORGANISATION FAISANT CETTE CONVERSION), QUI ACCEPTE
LA RESPONSABILITE QUE CETTE CONVERSION A ETE FAITE
CORRECTEMENT”. LB-104682A
Burner Orifice Sizes
Fireplace Millivolt Models Natural Gas - drill size Propane - drill size
DRT4040-B, Altair 40-B #42 (0.0935”) Rear,
#55 (0.052”) Front*
#55 (0.052”) Rear,
#70 (0.028”) Front *
DRT4045-B, Altair 45-B #41 (0.096”) Rear,
#55 (0.052”) Front*
#53 (0.0595”) Rear,
#70 (0.028”) Front *
Table 6
* Standard size installed at factory
Printed in U.S.A. © 2016 Innovative Hearth Products
P/N 900792-00 Rev. NC 08/2016
IHP reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for
fireplace code information.
1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108 • Nashville, TN 37210
  • Page 1 1
  • Page 2 2
  • Page 3 3
  • Page 4 4

Astria Fireplaces Altair-OLD Instruction Sheet

Type
Instruction Sheet
This manual is also suitable for

Astria Fireplaces Altair-OLD offers a range of features to enhance your fireplace experience. With its millivolt system, it provides reliable ignition and operation even during power outages. The included conversion kit allows you to switch between natural gas and propane fuel sources, ensuring flexibility in your fuel choice. The adjustable air shutters enable you to customize the flame appearance and heat output, creating the perfect ambiance for your space.

Ask a question and I''ll find the answer in the document

Finding information in a document is now easier with AI