Quadra-Fire GB40I, Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...lified installer service agency or the gas supplier WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS This Manual contains instructions for INSTALLATION OPERATION VENTINGAND MAINTENANCE DO NOT store or use gasolive or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Extinguish any open flame Open windows Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch Do not use any t...

Page 2: ...craftsmanship During manufacturing each unit is meticulously fabricated and gold surfaces are hand finished for lasting beauty and enjoyment Our pledge to quality is completed as each model undergoes a quality control inspection Additionally we feel it is important to offer you several finishing options and accessories to compliment your home s décor individualize the use of your appliance and pro...

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Page 4: ...n 14 Door Installation 15 Thermostat Installation 16 Blower Power Cord 17 Gas Connections 18 Vent Attachment to Flue Collar 19 Flue Clamp Instructions 20 Venting Requirements Terminations 21 Exhaust Spillage and Testing Procedure 23 Lighting Instructions 24 First Fire 25 Maintenance Cleaning and Inspection 26 Burner Tube Cleaning 26 Glass Cleaning 26 Glass Replacement 27 Schematics 28 Blower Snap ...

Page 5: ...DMS Front burner 53 54 66 67 Middle Burner 52 53 63 64 Rear Burner 38 37 53 54 ATTENTION This appliance must be installed in acordance with local codes if any if not follow currentANSI Z223 1 CAN 1 B149 ELECTRICAL SUPPLY 120 Volts 1 2Amps 60 Hz Install and use only in accordance with manufacturer s installation and operating instructions For direct discharge without duct connections Not for use wi...

Page 6: ... do this could jeopardize your homeowner s insurance The area around the appliance MUST be kept free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids This appliance is hot during operation and should be located out of heavy traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance Children and ad...

Page 7: ...with pressure test ports for checking input and output pressures These are located just below the on off knob and can be found inside the hinged lower access grill The port on the left is for output pressure and the port on the right for input Pressure can be checked by turning the captured screw counterclockwise two or three turns and then placing the manometer tubing over the test port BE SURE T...

Page 8: ... INSERT DIMENSIONS D I M E N S I O N S 20 507mm 21 533mm 20 1 4 514mm 19 1 8 485mm 11 7 8 302mm 7 1 2 190mm 9 229mm 26 1 4 668mm 15 1 4 387mm 11 3 8 289mm 5 3 8 136mm 29 7 8 758m 8 3 4 223mm 4 flue 42 1 2 1080mm 28 1 4 718mm 28 1 4 718mm ...

Page 9: ...rch 2000 GB 40 I FIREPLACE INSERT C L E A R A N C E S MINIMUM FIREPLACE CLEARANCES Thefollowingdiagramsshowtheminimumfireplacedimensionsthatarerequiredforinstallationofthe Quadra Fire GB40 I gas fireplace insert ...

Page 10: ...L WIDTH ADD 1 25mm to Clearance C Example Mantel Width is 6 150mm Clearance C must be 17 5 445mm HEARTH REQUIREMENTS A minimum 3 8 10mm non combustible material is required under the appliance The depth of the hearth extension is variable depending on the height of the non combustible hearth material Follow the hearth extension clearance requirements noted below for compliance to this requirement ...

Page 11: ...th local codes or in the absence of any follow the current ANSI Z223 1 National Fuel Gas Code For installation in Canada for altitudes up to 4500 feet for altitudes above 4500 feet contact the authority having jurisdiction or the manufacturer Follow local codes or CAN 1 B 149 NOTE In the United States input ratings of this unit are based on sea level operation and shall not be changed for operatio...

Page 12: ...INSTALLATION NOTE PANELAND TRIM MUST BE INSTALLED BEFORE BRICK 1 Slide side panels in between panel clamp and back of insert see Fig A Slide top panel over side panels and attach with screws provided Tighten panel clamps by the bolts located in the firebox see Fig B 2 Assemble trim set with the L brackets provided see Fig C Slide trim over panel set Connect trim wiring plug to the connector locate...

Page 13: ... and tip the top edge up until it slides into the slots on the top of the firebox and behind the manifold block Bend brick retainer tab down 2 Place brick B on the lower bottom right side of the firebox at an angle and tip the top edge up until it slides into the slots on the top of the firebox Bend brick retainer tab down 3 Place brick C on the left side of the firebox floor in front of the manif...

Page 14: ...crews are not tightened expansion and contraction of burner can allow shutter to close and cause sooting L O G S E T I N S T A L L A T I O N 1 Install rear log solid log on log shelf ensuring that both log shelf and log are pressed firmly against back wall 2 Install front log log with openings by positioning over centering pins and lowering Take care not to force and cause damage to molded holes i...

Page 15: ...eel the amount of pressure required to slide the paper out Repeat this process at both sides of the door and at the center of the top and bottom of the door If the paper does not have enough tension the latchbox is adjusted too loosely 4 To adjust the latchbox open the door using the T handle allen wrench to press the finger of latch arm upward until door is released See Fig C Using a 11 32 socket...

Page 16: ...2 I N S T A L L A T I O N T H E R M O S T A T Thermostat connection block Switch connection plug connector Electronic Setback Thermostat Part 811 0520 Connect the thermostat wires to the two center screw terminals on the lower right side of the unit When installed it will be behind the panel trim set Turn off the manual switch located on upper right corner of the panel trim set REMOTECONTROL A rem...

Page 17: ...to the weld stud with nut see diagram on the panel as a ground Be sure that the appliance is electrically grounded in accordance with local codes with a current version of CSA C22 in Canada or in the absence of local codes with the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 1987 SPEED CONTROL ROCKER SWITCH CONNECTION The speed control wires are located at the right rear of the appliance Attach the two ta...

Page 18: ...G SUPPLIED TO IT BURNING ANY TYPE OF GAS THAT THE INSERT IS NOT DESIGNED TO BURN MAY CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY OR STRUCTURAL DAMAGE TO BUILDING IN WHICH INSERT IS INSTALLED Before hooking up the insert to the gas supply be sure that the appliance you are installing is designed for the type of gas being supplied to it There is a serial number and listing label on the front grill area that will ...

Page 19: ...E WHEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE IS INSTALLED IN THE FIREPLACE THE OP TIONAL PANEL SET WITH ACCESS DOOR MUST BE INSTALLED Fig 1 Fig 2 Flue Flue Collar Spill Tube Guides Spill Tube Extension VENTATTACHMENTTO FLUE COLLAR The GB40 I is equipped with a detachable flue collar The draft hood is stationary to the insert This allows you to make the connection in a very confined area It can be reattached from the ...

Page 20: ...attached to insert pull spill tube and relock retaining bracket Complete installation of insert NOTE If flue clamp is not tightened around draft test tube it will rattle when the blower is turned on WARNING The retainer bracket is designed to secure the flue collar assembly to the insert If retaining bracket is not reattached the flue collar could slip during installation of insert causing imprope...

Page 21: ...TINGREQUIREMENTS PLEASE READAND FOLLOWALLVENTINGREQUIREMENTS The GB40 I must be installed to follow the CAN CGA B149 in Canada or ANSI Z223 1 in the U S A requirements and any local codes or regulations of the authority having jurisdiction WARNING This appliance must be installed in an area with an adequate amount of combustion and ventilation air for it to vent and operate properly Be sure that p...

Page 22: ...an existing masonry fireplace or a zero clearance fireplace kit see page 29 for part number The horizontal section must not exceed 50 of the vertical rise Provide a rise for each 12 horizontal run NOTE Recommended maximum vertical not to exceed 35 feet Recommended maximum offsets two 2 90 degree elbows or four 4 offsets equaling two 2 90 degree elbows ...

Page 23: ...ed through the convection grill The smoke should be drawn into the spill tube extension If it is not wait five minutes and try again If there is still no draw turn the unit off and check the venting for the cause You may need to seek expert advice NOTE For high wind areas the use of a high wind cap is recommended V E N T I N G E X H A U S T S P I L L A G E T E S T I N G EXHAUST SPILLAGEANDTESTINGP...

Page 24: ... slightly and turn clockwise to OFF NOTE Knob cannot be turned from PILOT to OFF unless knob is pushed in slightly Do not force 6 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B of the safety information in the section prior to this If you don t smell gas go to the next step 7 Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise to PILOT 8 P...

Page 25: ...ed and will turn the blower off when it cools down in order not to blow cool air after shut down The rheostat to control the blower speed is located on the right side panel in the brass trim Manual on off switch for control valve is located above the rheostat for blower on right side panel in the brass trim Follow the lighting instructions found either on page 24 of this manual or the metal labels...

Page 26: ... CLEANING WARNING DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT 1 Turnoffpilot 2 Open door by loosening the allen screw with allen key provided with the appliance WARNING DO NOT USEABRASIVE CLEANERS ON GLASS OR GOLD SURFACES 3 Usingregularglasscleaner spraytheglasssurfaceandwipewithsoftclothorcleanpapertoweluntil surface is dry 4 Close door and tighten allen screw to prevent opening of the door while in operation 5...

Page 27: ...LASS 842 1280 CENTER GLASS 1 Use the suppliedAllen wrench to open front Lift door off hinges and place on a soft surface 2 Remove rope gasket from door frame 3 Witha5 16 wrench removeallnutsthatholdglassretainingbarsinplace Removeretainingbars 4 Beverycarefulwhenliftingoldglassoutofthedoorframe 5 Insert new glass and reinstall in reverse order Be sure to use new door gasket part number 842 1420 5 ...

Page 28: ...March 2000 Page 28 GB 40 I FIREPLACE INSERT SCHEMATICS B S C H E M A T I C S ...

Page 29: ...he log set to remove the access panel There are twelve screws that hold the panel in place To replace or access the blower or snap disc follow the instructions below 1 Disconnect power from the unit and turn off gas supply 2 Remove the log set see log installation pages 14 15 for reinstallation 3 Remove the rear log support then remove the eight screws that hold the rear access panel heat shield a...

Page 30: ...cket and open end wrenches 10 mm open end wrench TH20 torque screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Gas Leak Detector Manometer Directions 1 Remove door logs burner tubes nuggets and rear log shelf Remove 4 screws from burner pan and remove pan 2 Pull off black extension knobs remove control panel cover 3 Replace pilot orifice Lift pilot hood and remove See Fig 1 Use a 5 32 Allen wrench to remove existi...

Page 31: ...tor See in structions provided with part 7 Light pilot and leak test 8 Ignite burners and check HI LO regulator for leaks 9 Apply conversion sticker to unit 10 Turn unit OFF and reinstall firebox components in reverse order NOTE Ensure that orifice size for each burner tube and your altitude is correct Refer to the Safety Label located at the rear of stove a copy of which is also located in the Ow...

Page 32: ...n knob is released 1 Wait five minutes and try again If the pilot still goes out try again and hold the knob in longer 2 If the problem persists call your dealer or authorized service person C Pilot lights but burner won t ignite 1 Make sure the knob is turned to the on position 2 Turn the thermostat up 3 If there is no thermostat flip the manual switch on the right side panel of the insert If the...

Page 33: ...ctly there is an offset adapter available to facilitate this connection The adapter adjusts from 0 to 3 to help make the necessary connections This part can be obtained from an authorized Quadra Fire dealer ZERO CLEARANCE NOTE Comply with clearances to combustibles as outlined on page 8 GB40 I ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACE KIT FRAMINGDIMENSIONS KIT PART 841 0121 DIMENSIONS Depth 15 Width 40 Height 29 ...

Page 34: ...1497 842 1351 Blower 170 cfm for stoves with serial numbers between 251497 and 253377 842 3360 Blower 170 cfm 2 speed for serial numbers 253377 and higher 842 0250 Millivolt generator thermopile 842 0390 Thermocouple 842 1260 Baffle 842 0320 Rocker switch 842 1270 Owner s manual 842 0360 Piezo igniter 842 1500 Blower cord 9 foot 841 0341 Log assembly 2 logs 2 twigs 842 3450 Log front split GB seri...

Page 35: ...pt as provided by law All electrical components such as but not limited to blowers wiring speed controls thermodisc switches and gas valves are covered by Aladdin s one year warranty program Aladdin Hearth Products will not be responsible for any alteration to the unit which causes sooting that results in damage to the interior of the building in which this appliance is installed This warranty is ...

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