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  1.  Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise 

 to “OFF.” Do not force.

1.  

STOP!

 Read the safety information above.

2.  Push in manual gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise 

 to “OFF”. Do not force.

3.  Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for 

gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow 

“B” in the safety information above. If you do not smell gas, 

go to the next step.

4.  Find pilot - follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot is in 

front of the middle log on the right side.

5.  Turn manual gas control knob counterclockwise 

 to 

“PILOT”.

6.  Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Immediately light 

the pilot with a match and the lighter rod that is provided with 

the burner. Continue to hold the control knob in for about one 

(1) minute after the pilot is lit. Release knob, and it will pop 

back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out, repeat Steps 2 

through 6.

• 

If  knob  does  not  pop  up  when  released,  stop  and 

immediately  call  a  qualified  service  technician  or  gas 

supplier.

• 

If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas 

control knob to “OFF” and call your service technician or 

gas supplier.

7.  Turn manual gas control knob counterclockwise 

 to 

“ON”.

MANUAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING:

 If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result 

causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A.  This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. 

When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.

B.  BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for 

gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas 

is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.

  WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• 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 your gas supplier, call the fire 

department.

C.  Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. 

Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, 

don't try to repair it; call a qualified service technician. 

Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.

D.  Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. 

Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect 

the appliance and to replace any part of the control system 

and any gas control which has been under water.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• 

Any glass doors shall be opened when the appliance is in operation.

•  A fireplace screen must be in place when the appliance is operating and, unless other provisions for 

combustion air are provided, the screen shall have an opening(s) for introduction of combustion air.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

Summary of Contents for BXM18MTN-1

Page 1: ...gasoline or other flammable 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 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 your gas supplier call the fire department Installati...

Page 2: ... Supply 10 11 Before Fully Installing the Appliance 12 Installation 13 Final Set Up 14 Door Operation 15 Millivolt Lighting Instructions 16 Manual Lighting Instructions 17 Pilot and Main Burner Flame Characteristics 18 Wiring 19 Maintenance Service 20 Troubleshooting 21 BXM Exploded View Parts List 22 BXR Exploded View Parts List 23 Master Parts Distributor List 24 How To Order Repair Parts 24 App...

Page 3: ...l codes in any way Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installation Follow all local codes regarding installation combustion and ventilation air or in the absence of local codes follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 U S installation or CAN CGA B149 Installation Code Canada installation and with ANSI Z21 60 Decorative Vented Appliances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace...

Page 4: ...X 3 8 1 1 7 Flexline 1 1 8 Rockwool Mix 2 2 9 Decorative Rock 3 3 10 Black Sand 1 2 BXR 18 24 30 MTN Index Number Description Quantity Supplied BXR18 BXR 24 30 3 Double Burner Assembly with Millivolt Valve 1 1 4 Valv Cover Millivolt 1 1 5 Damper Clamp 1 1 6 Street Elbow 1 2 X 3 8 1 1 7 Flexline 1 1 8 Rockwool Mix 2 2 9 Decorative Rock 3 3 10 Black Sand 1 2 See Parts Lists on pages 22 23 for orderi...

Page 5: ...lace damaged parts Alert children and adults to the hazards of high surface temperatures and caution them to stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Carefully supervise young children when they are in the same room as the appliance During manufacture this fireplace is treated with certain oils films and bonding agents These bonding agents are not harmful but may produce smoke and odors as th...

Page 6: ...in a fire or explosion WARNING All gas burning appliances produce smoke and carbon mon oxide gas during operation These fumes can be harmful if the appliance is used in any other than a fully vented fireplace WARNING The State of Massachusetts requires that the chimney flue damper when used with decorative gas log sets be welded open or completely removed In the Commonwealth of Mas sachusetts this...

Page 7: ...he odor of LP gas Your local LP Gas Dealer can give you a Scratch and Sniff pamphlet Use it to find out what the propane odor smells like If you suspect that your LP Gas has a weak or abnormal odor call your LP Gas Dealer If you are not qualified do not light pilot lights perform service or make adjustments to appliances on the LP Gas system If you are qualified consciously think about the odor of...

Page 8: ...t 0m and 4 500 1 370m without change When installing this unit at an elevation above 4500 feet 1 370m in Canada check with local authorities Consult your local gas utility for assistance in determining the proper orifice for location General InformatioN PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS WARNING To avoid damage and possible injury do not use sand in Liquid Propane Hearth Kits Use the Rockwool mix provided wit...

Page 9: ...eplace preparation Introduction Always consult your local Building Department regarding regula tions codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a vented decorative gas log set in a solid fuel burning fireplace This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate Instructions to Installer 1 Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installatio...

Page 10: ...solution should be cleaned off On unexposed connections a pressure test should be made Never use an exposed flame to check for leaks Appliance must be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe capped or plugged for pressure test Never pressure test with appliance connected control valve will sustain damage A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas line ups...

Page 11: ...4 0 in w c 871kPa at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 5 0 in w c 1 120kPa for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximumof10 5 inw c 2 615kPa ManualNaturalgasmodelswill have a manifold pressure of approximately 4 5 in w c 1 12kPa at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 5 ...

Page 12: ... cleaning annually after instal lation IMPORTANT For units with valve applications complete pilot placement and gas train assembly before you place the unit into the fireplace IMPORTANT Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean out doors located on the floor or wall of the fireplace If this is not performed drafting may cause pilot outage or sooting Use a heat resistant seal ant DO NOT seal the chimne...

Page 13: ...ing 4 Using two adjustable wrenches and turning in a clockwise direction attach the other end of the gas line to the brass fitting on the burner one wrench on the gas line fitting and one wrench on the brass fitting on the burner CAUTION Make sure all gas connections are snug but DO NOT over tighten STOP IT IS OUR RECOMMENDATION TO LIGHT THE PILOT AND TEST THE IGNITION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET UP ...

Page 14: ... the Glowing Embers over the bottom portion of the burner See Figure 7 Figure 7 Figure 8 WARNING Apply loose material embers and lava rock cinders per instruction manual DO NOT apply extra material not supplied with this appliance All previously applied loose material em bers must be removed prior to reapplication CAUTION DO NOT place glowing embers sand rockwool mix or lava rock cinders in the ar...

Page 15: ...CORRECT DOOR POSITION WHEN OPERATING THE FIREPLACE Figure 9 PARTIALLY OPEN DOORS INCORRECT DOOR POSITION WHEN OPERATING THE FIREPLACE Figure 10 WARNING DO NOT operate the fireplace with the doors partially open or closed Operating the fireplace with the doors partially open or closed creates a hazardous situation Partially open doors can cause sooting on front of the fireplace Closed doors can cau...

Page 16: ...This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly B Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor What To Do If You Smell Gas Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in y...

Page 17: ...follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly B Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor...

Page 18: ...er the pilot orifice has been removed To Remove Pilot Orifice 1 Disconnect the pilot supply line at the pilot burner 2 Remove pilot orifice from pilot burner It may be necessary to tap on pilot burner in order to remove the pilot orifice Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 11 If pilot flame pattern is incorrect See Troubleshooting page 21 Main Burner Flame Pattern The main burner flame will be yellow with ...

Page 19: ...T position to the ON position This time period allows the millivolts electrical current to buildup to a sufficient level allowing the gas control to operate properly Millivolt Control The valve regulator controls the burner pressure which should be checked at the pressure test point Turn captured screw counter clockwise 2 or 3 turns and then place tubing to pressure gauge over test point Use test ...

Page 20: ...ristle brush The Decorative Gas Log Set should be thoroughly inspected on a regular basis at least once a year by a qualified installer At the beginning of each season the system should be checked as follows 1 Check the chimney flue or vent pipe to make sure that the flue is drawing properly and that any vent pipe connections are tight 2 Check to see that there are no blockages at the chimney or v...

Page 21: ...place valve Burner lights but does not stay lit while pilot remains on Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure Faulty valve Replace valve Faulty pilot or thermocouple Replace Safety pilot Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports Burner pilot light but will not stay on Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure Not enough fresh air for pilot Open door or window ventilate Faulty valve Rep...

Page 22: ... P239 Nipple 10 R12049 R12049 R12049 Manual Valve 11 R11031 R11031 R11031 Street Elbow 3 8 X 3 8 12 R7160 R7160 R7160 Regulator 4 5 W C 13 B100100 B100100 B100100 Adapter 14 35474 35474 35474 Valve Cover Manual 15 35475 35475 35475 Knob Shield 16 R12050 R12050 R12050 Knob 17 R2809 R2809 R2809 Damper Clamp 18 R12083 R12083 R12083 Flexline 19 R12057 R12057 R12057 Rockwool Mix 20 11788 11788 11788 De...

Page 23: ...e 10 R12048 R12048 R12048 Street Elbow 3 8 X 3 8 11 P199 P199 P199 Nipple 12 R12043 R12043 R12043 Street Elbow 3 8 X 3 8 Flare 13 35473 35473 35473 Valve Cover Millivolt 14 35472 35472 35472 Valve Bracket Millivolt 15 R2522 R2522 R2522 On Off Switch 16 R2809 R2809 R2809 Damper Clamp 17 R12083 R12083 R12083 Flexline 18 R12057 R12057 R12057 Rockwool Mix 19 11788 11788 11788 Decorative Rock 20 R12058...

Page 24: ...n be ordered by your Service Person or Dealer Proof of purchase is required for warranty parts All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number When ordering parts first obtain the Model Number and Serial Number from the name plate on your equipment Then determine the Part Number not the Index Number and the Description of each part from the fol lowing illustration and part list Be sure to gi...

Page 25: ...35429 0 0315 Page 25 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes ...

Page 26: ...35429 0 0315 Page 26 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes ...

Page 27: ...ion Duties of the Owner The appliance must be installed by a qualified installer and operated in accordance with the instructions furnished with the ap pliance A bill of sale cancelled check or payment record should be kept to verify purchase date and establish warranty period Ready access to the appliance for service What Is Not Covered Damages that might result from the use misuse or improper in...

Page 28: ...rt Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave Belleville IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products please e mail us at info empirecomfort com If you have a service or repair question please contact your dealer www empirecomfort com ...

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