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TROUBLE SHOOTING (MILLIVOLT MODEL)

With proper installation and maintenance, your new Gas Fireplace should 
provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, refer 
to the trouble shooting guide shown below. This guide will assist a qualified 
service person in the diagnosis of problems and the corrective action to  
be taken.

 SYMPTOM 

POSSIBLE CAUSE 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.  Spark ignitor will not light 

A.  Defective ignitor (no 

1.  Check for spark at

  pilot after triggering 

  spark at electrode). 

  electrode and pilot; if no

   

   

  spark exist and electrode

   

   

  wire is properly connected,

  

  

 replace 

ignitor.

   

B.  Defective or misaligned 

1.  Using a match, light

   

  electrode at pilot (spark 

  pilot. If pilot lights, turn

   

  at electrode) 

  off pilot and trigger the

   

   

  red button again. If pilot

   

   

  lights, an improper gas/

   

   

  air mixture caused the 

   

   

  bad lighting and a longer

   

   

  purge period is recom-

   

   

  mended. If pilot will not

   

   

  light - check gap at

  

  

 electrode 

and 

pilot 

   

   

  should be 1/8 inch to

   

   

  have a strong spark. If

  

  

 OK, 

replace 

pilot

   

C. No gas or low gas 

1.  Check remote shut off

  

 Pressure 

 valves 

from 

fireplace.

   

   

  usually there is a valve

   

   

  near the fireplace and

   

   

  sometimes there is a

   

   

  valve near the main. 

   

   

  there can be more than

   

   

  one valve between the

  

  

 fireplace 

and 

main.

   

   

2.  Low pressure can be

   

   

  caused by a variety of

   

   

  situations such as a 

   

   

  bent line, too narrow

   

   

  diameter of pipe or even

  

  

 low 

line 

pressure. 

   

   

  Check for kinked lines.

   

   

  If none, consult with

   

   

  Plumber or gas supplier.

   

   

  If L.P. Gas is used you

   

   

  may be out of fuel.

Summary of Contents for SUPER-FIRE SF3624-TV

Page 1: ...ualified installer service agency or the gas supplier The Flue Damper must be in the full open position when burning the gas logs This fireplace is to be burned only with the gas log set supplied with the fireplace Burning other items could cause a fire hazard or injury For best results Natural Gas pressure should be 7 to 12 W C and 11 W C for Propane Gas To simulate real wood burning the gas burn...

Page 2: ...erter Instructions Refractory Models 9 Log Placement 11 Operating Guidelines Millivolt Models 12 Lighting Instructions Millivolt Models 14 Trouble Shooting Millivolt Models 15 Operating Guidelines Spark to Pilot Models 19 Lighting Instructions Spark to Pilot Models 20 Trouble Shooting Spark to Pilot Models 22 Replacement Parts 24 INSIDE ROOM FLUSH MOUNT CHASE CORNER MOUNT 55 81 40 INSTALLATION OPT...

Page 3: ...3 SF3624 TV TOP vent fireplace interior view Pan Burner Outside Air Control Knob Damper Control Lever Pilot Light On Off Switch Stand Offs Outside Air Port Damper Control Lever Valve Access Panel ...

Page 4: ... ALSO BE USED THE CONTROL SYSTEM IS A MILLIVOLT TYPE THAT INCLUDES A ON OFF SHUT OFF VALVE A GAS CONTROL VALVE A STANDING PILOT LIGHT ASSEMBLY PIEZO IGNITOR AND ON OFF ROCKER SWITCH WARNING THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL NOTE INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PE...

Page 5: ...S AT THE CONTROL WITH POSSIBLE FIRE OR EXPLOSION Include a manual shut off valve and union in the line so the control or heater may be disconnected for servicing Include a drip leg and a plugged 1 8 N P T tapping into the line also The tapping must be accessible for the test gauge connection immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the unit Use a soap and water solution or liquid gas l...

Page 6: ...can be built before or after the fireplace is set in place Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and fireplace facing material The fireplace framing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier The framing headers may rest on the fireplace standoffs Refer to Figure 7 1 for fireplace and framing reference dimensions CAUTION VERIFY FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS FRAMING METHODS AND WAL...

Page 7: ...s or tall buildings Areas with high winds also frequently require higher than normal chimneys Certain styles of architecture tend to interfere with a fireplace s draw If the room in which the fireplace is located has a very high ceiling smoke may enter the room unless the chimney is terminated at a level higher than that of the ceiling even if the 10 Rule of Thumb indicates a shorter chimney heigh...

Page 8: ...te On L P models be careful not to pour vermiculite over brass air mixer attached to burner pan Air mixer holes must not be obstructed 2 Spread the ember material over the vermiculite 3 At this time we suggest you test fire the burner Refer to start up instructions on page 12 Important The fireplace damper must be in full open position 4 Place the grate over the burner and install the logs as illu...

Page 9: ...ble object 1 Look into fireplace opening and locate back panel retaining clip positioned against rear wall of fireplace Figure 1 Remove 2 screws attaching clip to rear wall and set clip and screws aside Position rear panel against rear wall and reattach clip with 2 screws 2 Locate left panel retaining clip and remove 2 screws and set clip and screws aside Position left panel against left wall and ...

Page 10: ... gasses from entering the room 1 Locate screws attached to front side top of interior firebox and remove Figure 3 2 Position Exhaust Diverter into fireplace and attach Diverter using screws removed earlier Diverter should be positioned as shown Figure 4 Figure 4 Figure 3 ...

Page 11: ...tioned on the front of the grate The front bottom log pieces logs 2 and 3 should be touching each other in order to form what will look like a rotten or burned out chamber in the front log section see bottom left picture Log 4 and 5 should be placed on top of bottom logs as shown in bottom left picture Log 6 and 7 should be placed on top as shown in top right picture Bottom right picture shows fin...

Page 12: ...LASS CLEANER OPERATING GUIDELINES MILLIVOLT MODEL door track top hinge spring BRIDGE DOOR TRACK BOTTOM Figure 1 Figure 2 door track top hinge spring DOOR TRACK BOTTOM clip Figure 3 Upon completing the gas line connection a small amount of air will be in the lines When first lighting the pilot light it will take a few minutes for the lines to purge themselves of this air Once the purging is complet...

Page 13: ... engulfed in the pilot flame A periodic check of these characteristics is necessary CAUTION THE LOGS CAN GET VERY HOT HANDLE ONLY WHEN COOL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Visually inspect pilot periodically Brush or blow away any dust or linen accumulations If pilot orifice is plugged disassembly may be required to remove any foreign material from orifice or tubing Venting system should be periodically ...

Page 14: ...cess controls open valve access panel 3 Turn the control to the OFF position To do this you must turn the knob clockwise to the pilot position and then press in and continue turning clockwise to the OFF position 4 WAIT FIVE 5 MINUTES TO CLEAR OUT ANY GAS If you then smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above I you don t smell gas go to next step 5 The pilot should not require accessin...

Page 15: ...lephone gas company and fire department Ask instructions Before hanging up give your name address and phone number DO NOT go back into building If your L P tank runs out of fuel turn off gas at the appliance After L P tank Is refilled appliance must be re lit according to manufacturer s instructions If The gas control has been exposed to WATER in any way DO NOT try to use it It must be replaced DO...

Page 16: ...Using a match light electrode at pilot spark pilot If pilot lights turn at electrode off pilot and trigger the red button again If pilot lights an improper gas air mixture caused the bad lighting and a longer purge period is recom mended If pilot will not light check gap at electrode and pilot should be 1 8 inch to have a strong spark If OK replace pilot C No gas or low gas 1 Check remote shut off...

Page 17: ...P and TP terminals of gas valve Should read 325 millivolts minimum while holding valve knob depressed in pilot position pilot lit and ON OFF switch OFF Replace faulty generator if reading is below specified minimum B Defective valve 1 Connect the millivolt meter probes to the TH TP and TP terminals on the gas valve Turn knob to pilot position depress and light pilot light If meter reading is great...

Page 18: ... valve knob to ON Place ON OFF switch to ON Check with millivolt meter at generator terminals Millivolt meter should read greater than 100 m v If the reading is OK and the burner does not come on replace the gas valve E Plugged burner orifice 1 Check burner orifice for stoppage and remove F Wall switch or wires 1 Follow corrective action in A 1 defective above check switch and wiring Replace where...

Page 19: ...NG SEASON WARNING THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR MUST NOT BE OBSTRUCTED When lit for the first time the appliance will emit a slight odor for an hour or two This is due to paint and lubricants used in the manufacturing process The main burner flame characteristics are steady not lifting or floating Typically the top 1 4 inch of the flame sensor should be engulfed in the pilot flame A p...

Page 20: ... 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 electric 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 C Do not use this appliance if any part has been under wate...

Page 21: ...ng This appliance uses L P Propane gas which is heavier than air and will remain at the floor level is there is a leak Before lighting smell at floor level and or use other means such as using a soap solution on all piping and connections using a gas detector etc to check for gas leaks NOTE L P Propane gas can become odorless and CANNOT always be detected by smell If you smell gas detect a gas lea...

Page 22: ...ve action to be taken SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Ignitor will not spark or pilot will not light 1 No gas supply or shutoff valve is OFF 2 Air in gas line 3 Construction debris clogging pilot orifice 4 Low gas pressure 5 Kinked pilot line 6 Control valve is not opening 7 No power to unit or ignition module 8 Damper Closed 1 Check to see if you have gas supply and that equipment shutof...

Page 23: ...oper venting or excessive blockage 1 Clean and adjust pilot flame for maximum flame im pingement on flame probe 2 Have vent system inspected including termination cap Remove any restriction or obstruction Slight smoke or order during initial operation 1 Residues from manufacturing process 1 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Pilot and Main Burner go out while in operation 1 High Limi...

Page 24: ...ermiculite 7 TV 107 Pilot Assembly Nat 23 TV 123 Volcanic Rock 8 TV 108 Pilot Assembly LP 24 TV 124 Temp Limit Switch 9 TV 109 Thermopile 25 TV 125 Damper Switch 10 TV 110 Pilot Assembly Bracket 26 TV 126 Battery Pack STP Model 11 TV 111 Burner Orifice NAT 27 TV 127 Gas Valve N G STP Model 12 TV 112 Burner Orifice LP 28 TV 128 Gas Valve LP STP Model 13 TV 113 Burner Pan Assembly 29 TV 129 Ignition...

Page 25: ...e first year after installation Golden Blount may discharge its entire warranty liability by refunding the price of the product Products made by other manufacturers sold with the fireplace or thereafter are not covered by this limited warranty The use of other unauthorized components will make this warranty null and void This limited warranty will be void if the appliance is not installed by a qua...

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