Quadra-Fire REMINGTON QFP40, Operation Manual

Page 1: ...ype of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death WHAT TO DO IF...

Page 2: ...l finishing options and accessories to compliment your home s décor individualize the use of your appliance and provide financial options in acquiring a quality hearth appliance Ask your Quadra Fire Dealer for information on these options From design to fabrication to shipping Our guarantee of quality is more than a word it s Quadra Fire tradition and we proudly back this tradition with a Lifetime...

Page 3: ...dra Fire REMINGTON QFP40 SERIAL NUMBER Located on front lower ledge of control panel DATE PURCHASED DEALERSHIP WHERE PURCHASED DEALER PHONE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION After completing your warranty card attach your sales receipt and warranty stub here for future reference NOTES NOTES ...

Page 4: ...Corner Installations 17 Raised Fireplaces 18 Hearth Requirements 20 Mantel Requirements 21 Arched Fascia Dimensions 22 Acid Wash Alert 22 Rectangular Fascia Dimensions 23 Facing Requirements 24 Facing Over 1 Thick 25 VENTING INSTRUCTIONS General Venting Instructions 26 Simpson Dura Vent Parts List Kits 27 Venting Installation Options Guidelines 28 Vertical Termination Rule 28 Termination Cap Requi...

Page 5: ...Fascia Installation 53 Leak Test 54 Initial Start up Normal Occurrences 54 Lighting Instructions 55 Shutter Adjustment 56 Damper Adjustment 56 Flame Height Adjustment 56 Adjusting Blower Speed 56 Normal Operating Sounds 56 High Altitude Operation Adjustment 57 OPERATION Control Panel 58 MAINTENANCE General Maintenance 59 Yearly Servicing 60 Glass Replacement 61 Blower Replacement 62 Electrical Sch...

Page 6: ...ches W C 10 3 5 Equipped for installation in Canada for altitudes of 0 4500 1370M and in USA for alti tudes of 0 2000 610M In USA for altitudes above 2000 the vent configuration orifice or combination of both may need to be changed See Owner s Manual for information on making these changes 061 S 14 5 APPROVED FOR CANADA AND USA TO ANSI Z21 88 1998 CSA2 33 M1998 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters and app...

Page 7: ...eting and bedding is present The control compartment the burner compartment and all circulating air passageways of the appliance must be kept clean and clear at all times Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies This appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a separate solid fuel burning appliance Children and a...

Page 8: ...n and adults should be alerted to the haz ards of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or cloth ing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance Clothing or other flammabale material should not be placed on or near the appliance The appliance area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and ot...

Page 9: ...n water or if any corrosion occurs Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the appliance at any time Due to thermo static control the possibility exists for the appliance to turn on igniting any items on or near it Open viewing glass for servicing only Replace any safety screen or guards removed for servicing prior to operating the appliance Operate the appliance in accordance wi...

Page 10: ...late 37 1 8 1 2 Stand offs 3 per side 32 1 32 4 1 8 42 HEATING SPECIFICATIONS Natural Gas Propane BTU Input 27 000 40 000 32 000 40 000 BTU Output on HI with Fan without Fan 34 400 34 400 Efficiency with Fan 84 86 Efficiency rating is the thermal efficiency rating of the product determined under con tinuous operation and independent of an installed system at maximum horizontal vent ing 30 SPECIFIC...

Page 11: ...M CABINET DIMENSIONS Width 54 9 16 Depth 20 1 2 Height 56 1 2 Minimum 1 2 trim Maximum mantel depth is 12 The following minimum cabinet dimensions are the minimal allowances for clearance to combustibles as referenced on page 7 of this manual See page 21 for additional mantel information ...

Page 12: ...21 JUNE 2001 Access Door Mantel Fascia Framing Simpson DuraVent Venting ZC Appliance Combustible Wall See Clearances Page 7 Gas line Electrical line Horizontal Termination Cap INSTALLATION TERMINOLOGY DuraRock Tile etc Stand offs Glass Header PREPARATION ...

Page 13: ...Gold or Brushed Nickel Fascia Clean thoroughly with glass cleaner and non abrasive towel prior to lighting unit See Pg 53 19 Set Thermostat or turn control panel switch to the On position See Pg 58 PREPARATION PREPARATION Failure to follow all of the required installation procedures may result in property damage bodily injury or even death This appliance must be installed in accordance with all lo...

Page 14: ...driver remove the three pressure regulator mounting screws A pressure regulator tower B and diaphragm C You may wish to retain these items for converting back to original gas if necessary 3 Insure that the rubber gasket D is properly positioned and install the new HI LO pressure regulator assembly to the valve using the new screws E supplied with the kit Tighten screws securely Reference torque 25...

Page 15: ...crew holding front and rear burners in place should be left slightly loose to allow for expansion CAUTION The correct orifice placement is critical for proper appliance performance Natural Gas Propane Main Burner Orifice Front DMS 47 56 Main Burner Orifice Rear DMS 42 53 CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS CONT LP CONVERSION Note Logs and burners will be reinstalled following pilot orifice replacement Pilot O...

Page 16: ...tion requires a level surface capable of supporting the weight of the fireplace 240 lbs and vent Fireplace must be placed directly on wood or non combustible surface not on linoleum or carpet HOT WHILE IN OPERATION Installation location must be out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies NOTE Framing dimensions shown below reflect an 1 4 overage on top and 1 8 overage to each side Route G...

Page 17: ... 4721 JUNE 2001 INSTALLATION CORNER INSTALLATIONS The usual 45º installation uses the minimum framing dimensions shown in the illustration below PLEASE NOTE All clearances as referenced on page 7 still apply 13 13 16 45 3 16 12 1 16 43 10 7 16 19 5 8 ...

Page 18: ... Vent FIREPLACE Page 18 250 4721 JUNE 2001 INSTALLATION RAISED FIREPLACE The fireplace and it s hearth if desired may be placed on a platform designed to support the fireplace weight 240lbs and venting Hearth Raised Platform ...

Page 19: ...Page 19 REMINGTON QFP40 Direct Vent FIREPLACE 250 4721 JUNE 2001 INSTALLATION Raised Platform Raised Hearth RAISED FIREPLACE WITH RAISED HEARTH ...

Page 20: ...les on page 7 of this manual NOTE Ensure the depth of your flooring material does not exceed the 1 height at bottom front flange of the ZC Appliance illustrated below Clearance of this area is necessary in order to allow freedom of movement of the control panel access door when installed later Flooring tile wood carpet must lie beneath this edge Lower front edge of ZC Appliance 1 Right Side of ZC ...

Page 21: ...ls The allowable height from the top of the glass to the lower edge of a maximum mantel depth of 12 is 30 1 2 The allowable height from the top of the glass to a combustible trim width of 1 2 or less is 20 1 4 56 1 2 46 1 4 20 1 4 MANTEL CLEARANCES FROM TOP OF GLASS TO LOWER EDGE OF MANTEL OR TRIM MANTEL CLEARANCES FROM BOTTOM OF ZC APPLIANCE TO LOWER EDGE OF MANTEL OR TRIM ...

Page 22: ...uriatic acid is commonly used to remove excess mortar primarily on brick faces Prior to installation of the fascia determine if the masonry surrounding your fireplace that has been treated with an acid wash has been properly neutralized with an am monia solution If not the gold or nickel fascia may develop a perma nent tarnish when the acid evaporates over time Contact your ma sonry builder if unc...

Page 23: ...Page 23 REMINGTON QFP40 Direct Vent FIREPLACE 250 4721 JUNE 2001 RECTANGULAR 40 3 4 31 17 1 2 31 1 2 7 3 8 INSTALLATION FASCIA DIMENSIONS Part 841 0730 Black ...

Page 24: ...N FACING REQUIREMENTS HEADER NON COMBUSTIBLE FACING 3 MIN FOR ARCHED or RECTANGULAR FASCIA Durarock or other non combustible material must extend from header to floor and to framing on either side NOTE Tile may be tucked beneath the fascia on sides and top but not on the bottom ...

Page 25: ...cing material greater than 1 25mm thick such as brick river rock etc will require installation around the perimeter of the face If your unit did not ship with a template for this purpose contact your dealer for an Arched Fascia Template Part 842 3770 Note Template is 1 4 oversized to allow for fit Template ...

Page 26: ... extend the venting system in excess of the distance prescribed in these manufacturer s installation instructions This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS The Quadra Fire Remington QFP40 Fireplace is an engineered product that has been designed and tested The warranty will be voided and serious fire health o...

Page 27: ...0 Fire place 705C Flashing masonry chimney 902 48 Pipe Length 902B 48 Pipe Length Black 903 36 Pipe Length 903B 36 Pipe Length Black 904 24 Pipe Length 904B 24 Pipe Length Black 906 12 Pipe Length 906B 12 Pipe Length Black 907B 9 Pipe Length Black 908B 6 Pipe Length Black 909B Retro Connector 911B 11 14 5 8 Pipe Adjustable Black 940 Round Support Box Wall Thimble 941 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box ...

Page 28: ...d for vertical installations measure the distance from the application flue outlet to the ceiling the ceiling thickness the vertical rise in an attic or second story and allow for sufficient vent height above the roofline For two story applications fire stops are required at each floor level If an offset is needed in the attic additional pipe and elbows will be required When installing this applia...

Page 29: ... ON HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS USE ONLY DURAVENT PART 985 OR ALADDIN HEARTH PRODUCTS PART HHW2 VERTICAL TERMINATIONS USE ONLY DURAVENT PART 991 FIG 2 VERTICAL TERMINATION Horizontal Termination Cap Use ONLY 985 or HHW2 Pipe Length 90 Elbow Wall Thimble Firestop DuraVent 991 Storm Collar Flashing Firestop Ceiling Support Pipe Lengths ...

Page 30: ...30 250 4721 JUNE 2001 FIG 3 INSTALLATION INTO A CLASS A METAL CHIMNEY USA ONLY VENTING INSTALLATION CONT VENTING Dura Vent 991 ONLY High Wind Termination Cap Top Adapter 4 Flex Pipe Retro Connector Direct Vent Pipe Existing Metal Chimney System ...

Page 31: ...t Vent FIREPLACE 250 4721 JUNE 2001 FIG 4 INSTALLATION INTO A MASONRY CHIMNEY USA ONLY DuraVent 991 High Wind Termination Cap ONLY Top Adapter Flashing Direct Vent Pipe Retro Connector 4 Flex Liner VENTING INSTALLATION CONT VENTING ...

Page 32: ...al line to the bottom of the graph 3 The point at which this line meets the bottom line of the graph is the maximum length of the horizontal run Example 1 If the vertical dimension from the top of the stove to the center of the 90 elbow is 7 2 13m the horizontal run to the outer wall flange must not exceed 9 9 2 97m Example 2 If the vertical dimension from the top of the stove is 21 6 4m the hori ...

Page 33: ... or electrical assembly within 3 90cm horizontally from the centerline of the meter regulator H 6 1 8m minimum Clearance to service regulator vent outlet I 12 30cm minimum Clearance to nonmechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance J 6 1 8m minimum Clearance to a mechanical air supply air inlet K 7 2 1m minimum Clearance above paved sidewalk or a pave...

Page 34: ...d to slide straight onto the male ends of adjacent pipes and fittings by orienting the four pipe indentations so they match and slide into the four entry slots on the male ends see Fig 5 below Push the pipe sections completely together then twist lock one section clockwise approximately one quarter turn until the two sections are fully locked The female locking lugs will not be visible from the ou...

Page 35: ...178mm diameter hole is acceptable NOTE 1 Installation requires a minimum of 1 305mm horizontal run of vent with a 6mm rise run towards the termination Each 1 305mm of horizontal venting must include a 1 4 rise Never allow the vent to run downward This could cause high temperatures and may present the possibility of a fire 2 The location of the horizontal vent termination on an exterior wall must m...

Page 36: ...aced with appropriate fasteners for stucco brick concrete or other types of sidings 2 If you are using Simpson DuraVent termination cap 985 on a building with vinyl siding a vinyl siding standoff Simpson Dura Vent Part 950 should be installed between the vent cap and the exterior wall Figure 8 Attach the vinyl siding standoff to the horizontal vent termination The vinyl siding standoff prevents ex...

Page 37: ...the connection between the vent pipe and the vent cap by attaching the two sheet metal strips extending from the vent cap assembly into the outer wall of the vent pipe Use the two sheet metal screws provided to connect the strips to the pipe section Figure 9 Note The attachment from the vent pipe to the vent cap must be siliconed Venting terminals shall not be recessed into a wall or siding VENTIN...

Page 38: ... not decrease maximum vertical rise as specifiedby Vent graph on page 31 NOTE Maximum number of 90 elbows permitted for a vertical installation is four pro vided the termination falls within the shaded area shown in vent graph on page 32 See also Figure 12 below ADDITIONAL RESTRICTION This installa tion may not have two horizontal sections connected by 90 elbows Step 2 Set the gas stove in its des...

Page 39: ...roofline due to its higher corrosion resistance NOTE 1 If an offset is necessary in the attic to avoid obstructions it is important to sup port the vent pipe every 3 914mm to avoid excessive stress on the elbows and possible separation Wall straps are available for this purpose page 38 Figure 11 2 Whenever possible use 45 elbows instead of 90 elbows The 45 elbow of fers less restriction to the flo...

Page 40: ...the vent height may solve this problem Step 8 Twist lock the vent cap and seal NOTE 1 For multi story vertical installations a ceiling firestop SDV part 963 is required at the second floor and any subsequent floors Figure 16 The opening should be framed to 10 x 10 254mm x 254mm inside dimensions in the same man ner as shown in Figure 13 2 Any occupied areas above the first floor including closets ...

Page 41: ... Step 4 Lower the support box through the hole in the roof until the bottom of the box protrudes at least 2 51mm below the ceiling Figure 17 Align the support box both vertically and horizontally with a level Temporarily tack the support box in place through the inside walls and into the roof sheathing Step 5 Using tin snips cut the support box from the top corners down to the roofline and fold th...

Page 42: ... metal screws Figure 19 Step 4 Pass the flex pipe down through the center of the chimney system and center the top adapter on the top of the chimney pipe Drill four 1 8 3 3mm diameter holes through the top adapter and into the chimney top Ensure that you are drilling into the metal on the chimney Twist lock the high wind termination cap SDV 991 onto the top adapter Figures 20 and 21 Step 5 Pull th...

Page 43: ...f there is sheet rock only no studs in front of the masonry the 10 254mm opening is still needed but does not need to be framed This allows the retro connector to mount di rectly on the masonry and provide the correct clearances to combustibles see Figure 22 Step 3 Secure the flashing SDV 705C to the top of the masonry chimney using a bead of non hardening sealant adhe sive If the flashing is larg...

Page 44: ...he appliance or connec tor This could allow hot gas to be come trapped and potentially become a fire hazard The flex liner path should always be sloped up toward the termination cap Step 7 If additional lengths of flex liner are needed to span the chimney height use a flex coupler to connect the pieces of flex liner together Connect the flex to the coupler by using four sheet metal screws for each...

Page 45: ...use wood screws to mount wall thimble cover to framed wall over retro connector and 10 254mm square framed opening Figure 22 If needed add a section of direct vent pipe to the retro connector in order to extend through the opening in the wall thimble cover Step 11 The connection between the appli ance and the retro connector may be completed with sections of direct vent pipe FIG 26 FIG 26 FIG 27 W...

Page 46: ... the fireplace Fuel This unit is manufactured for use with natural gas To convert to LP gas Part 842 4470 LP Conversion Kit is required and available through your dealer Gas Line Connection A manual shutoff valve is installed in the unit To access the shutoff valve open the control panel access door and locate the red swing handle to the right of the control panel beneath the firebox Gas Inlet Pre...

Page 47: ...he junction box Expose approximately 1 2 of metal wire from each line of the electrical line Use wire nuts to secure the wires together Connect copper ground wire to grounding screw as shown in fig ure above connect the white wire to the common wire usually white and the black wire to the hot wire usually black Push the wire connections into the junction box Replace the cover plate Tighten the str...

Page 48: ...d be made prior to the logset nugget and lava rock installation Optional Accessory Part 841 0740 Kits includes 1 Rear brick 1 Right Brick 1 Left Brick and 2 Brick clips 2 Remove mounting screws from the upper right and left sides of firebox see Figure 4 for location of mounting screw and gently slide the right and left side brick panels into place as shown in Figures 2 and 3 FIG 1 FIG 2 BRICK INST...

Page 49: ...0 Direct Vent FIREPLACE 250 4721 JUNE 2001 3 Attach brick retaining clips to right and left sides using mounting screws removed in Step 2 Fig 4 FIG 3 FIG 4 BRICK INSTALL BRICK INSTALLATION CONT Mounting screw clip placement ...

Page 50: ...tinue at this point AFTER installing the optional brick set LOG IDENTIFICATION LOGSET INSTALL Right Twig Left Twig Rear Log Lower Front Left Twig Rear Log Lower Center Front Twig Lower Right Front Twig FIG 1 FIREBOX FLOOR LAVA ROCK NUGGETS PILOT CHANNEL SECONDARY AIR GAPS LAVA ROCK LAVA ROCK 2 Install nuggets Avoid covering burner secondary air channels nuggets should be distrib uted evenly one la...

Page 51: ...ON CONT 3 Set Rear Log in rear log bracket with pegs in upright position Fig 3 4 Set the notch in the Front Log over the pilot transfer channel and center log side to side on the grate with pegs in upright position Fig 4 FIG 2 NUGGET PLACEMENT FIG 3 REAR LOG LOGSET INSTALL FIG 4 REAR FRONT LOGS ...

Page 52: ...5 6 Place Right Twig onto pegs on top of Rear and Front Logs Fig 6 7 Place Lower Left Front Twig in front of stops on log rack Fig 7 8 Place Lower Front Right Twig in front of stops on log rack Fig 8 9 Place Lower Center Front Twig at cen ter of log rack Fig 9 FIG 5 LEFT TWIG FIG 6 RIGHT TWIG FIG 7 LOWER FRONT LEFT TWIG FIG 8 LOWER FRONT RIGHT TWIG FIG 9 LOWER FRONT CENTER TWIG ...

Page 53: ...ed at the edge of firebox refer to diagram below With the bottom edge of glass assembly resting on the bottom alignment pins lift up and onto the top alignment pins Secure the assembly to zc appliance with the spring latches two on top and two at bottom GLASS FASCIA Flanges for fas cia attachment and T bar exten sions for setting glass onto align ment pins 2 per side Alignment pins 2 per side Spri...

Page 54: ...me you start the fireplace is also normal Blue Flames will occur on the initial start up After fifteen minutes the flames will become the yellow orange flame color Remote Wall Switch If you install a remote wall switch to operate the fireplace leave the ON OFF switch on the fireplace control panel in the ON position Do not place any combustible items on top of or directly in front of the fireplace...

Page 55: ...e switch at the control panel 3 Disconnect power from appliance 4 Remove facia 5 Open the door of the appliance with spring latches located at the top and bottom of the door 6 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B of the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step 7 Push gas control knob in and turn to...

Page 56: ...ur left at the base of the burner pans Light stove and allow to burn for 20 minutes to allow logs to cure While logs are curing you may notice a bright orange flame this is normal When this flame turns to yellow or disap pears the shutter adjustment can take place The shutter is pre set to the open position at factory so adjustment may not be necessary If flame height adjustment is required turn t...

Page 57: ... a qualified and certified gas appliance installer CAUTION DISCONNECT ANY ELECTRICAL CORDS AND TURN OFF GAS SUPPLY TO UNIT BEFORE PROCEEDING 1 If logset is installed remove logs and embers at this time 2 With a Phillips screwdriver remove pilot lighting channel and front log rack 3 Remove the two Phillips head screws that secure the front and rear burner pan in place 4 Remove the burner pans by sl...

Page 58: ...ITOR The pilot ignitor is used only to start the pilot When pressed it sends an electrical charge to the pilot assembly This creates a blue spark directly next to the pilot igniting the pilot flame VALVE CONTROL This knob is used to control gas to the fireplace and for starting the pilot There are three posi tions ON OFF PILOT The pointer on the panel indicates the position of the knob COMFORT CON...

Page 59: ...an paper towel until surface is dry Relight pilot Close door Replace Fascia Check main burner s operation NOTE If you observe a white film on the door glass use a hard water deposit glass cleaner or contact your dealer The use of a glass cleaner will reduce the mineral deposits NOTE Do not use abrasive materials or chemical cleaners Refer to page 61 for Glass Replacement instructions GOLD OR NICKE...

Page 60: ...ct the following a Check for burner pan holes that are cracked severely warped or corroded b Make sure the burner pan assembly fits flat against the floor of the firebox c Check the firebox and area around the pilot to make sure there is no warping or damage If any problem is found discontinue use and contact your dealer for service 5 Reinstall the log set Reinstall the glass if the glass is damag...

Page 61: ...the retaining strips and set aside 8 Carefully remove broken defective glass and dispose of pieces Dust any par ticles of glass off the door frame and dispose of the covering it was laid on Any particles of broken glass could scratch the replacement piece if contact is made during the replacement Scratches in the glass may cause breakage 9 Place a clean covering on your work surface 10 Position th...

Page 62: ...our gas line is out of the way Depending on your gas line installation it may be necessary to discon nect your gas line on the valve side of shutoff within the unit and move the flex line aside 6 Reach in and take hold of one or both ends of the blower impeller s and lift it up off mounting studs 7 Pull blower forward towards the back of valve 8 Slide blower all the way to your right 9 Rotate left...

Page 63: ...Page 63 REMINGTON QFP40 Direct Vent FIREPLACE 250 4721 JUNE 2001 MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC ...

Page 64: ... Instructions Pg 55 Is the gas control valve turned to PILOT or OFF See Lighting Instructions Is the ON OFF switch turned to OFF Turn the switch to OFF If the switch is on unit will remain on Is the remote too far away from the fireplace Use remote closer to fireplace Is the remote control receiver turned OFF See instruction manual for the remote control Are the remote control batteries dead See i...

Page 65: ...hough the blower will not run Gas Buildup Prevention Feature This appliance s utilization of a high technology gas valve in conjunction with a pilot flame ensures that no gas builds up inside the firebox The thermocouple next to the pilot senses when the pilot flame is lit If the pilot flames goes out this thermocouple no longer generates electricity causing the gas valve to automatically shut off...

Page 66: ...Front Twig 842 3790 Blower 842 4560 Front Pan Burner 842 4570 Rear Pan Burner 842 3940 Lava Rock 841 0370 Nuggets 842 3250 Rheostat 842 1660 On Off Switch 842 0360 Piezo Igniter 832 2970 Blower Snapdisc 125 842 3780 Baffle 842 3820 Glass 842 3291 Owner s Manual ACCESSORIES 841 0710 Fascia Arched Gold 841 0750 Fascia Arched Brushed Nickel 841 0720 Fascia Arched Black 841 0730 Fascia Rectangular Bla...

Page 67: ...isc 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 void if the insert has been operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine fluorine or other damaging chemical...

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