Vermont Castings VWDV70, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...s manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured home USA only or mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type s of gas indicated on the rating plate unless a certified kit is used Aftermarket Completion...

Page 2: ... to Fireplace Burner System 25 Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Fireplace PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE IMPORTANT Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty Check Gas Pressure 26 ...

Page 3: ...led by a qualified service person with glass door properly seated and sealed combustion leakage can occur CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu with headaches dizziness and or nausea If you have these signs the fire place may not have been installed properly Get fresh air at once Have the fireplace inspected and serviced by a qualified service pe...

Page 4: ...irect Vent type appliances draw all combustion air from outside of the dwelling through the vent pipe These appliances have been tested by CSA and found to comply with the established standards for DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS in the USA and Canada as follows LISTED VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER TESTED TO ANSI Z21 88 2009 CSA 2 33 2009 STANDARDS A manufactured home USA only or mobile home OEM i...

Page 5: ...You should have the following Fireplace Firebox and Burner System Reflective Decorative Glass Conversion Kit Stone Set Wall Switch Kit ITEMS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION Phillips Screwdriver Framing Materials Hammer Wall Finishing Materials Saw and or saber saw Level Measuring Tape Pliers Electric Drill and Bits Square Pipe Wrench Tee Joint Caulking Material noncombustible Fireplace Surround Material...

Page 6: ... mm 6 6QE 167 mm 2356 587 mm 17 6 440 mm 1 6M 45 mm 3735 VWDV70 dims 6 6QE 167 mm 4856M 1226 mm 31 6 803 mm 17 6M 451 mm 4856O 1232 mm 1456O 368 mm 9156 2315 mm Rough Opening Width 23 6 594 mm 2356 587 mm Rough Opening Depth Rough Opening Height 90 6QE 2294 mm 6 3 6 1 6 2 2 m m 1 2 7 6 M 3 2 4 5 m m 90 6QE 2294 mm 4056O 1029 mm FP2931 unfold standoffs Unfold standoffs into upright position and fas...

Page 7: ...ns These units can be installed in a bedroom Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z233 1 NFPA 54 cur rent edition the Uniform Mechanical Code current edition and Local Building Codes for specific installa tion requirements These units can be installed in a bathroom NOTE COLD CLIMATE INSULATION If you live in a cold climate seal all cracks around your appliance and wherever cold air could enter...

Page 8: ...combustible material other than wood flooring If installed on carpet or vinyl flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal wood or noncombustible material panel extending full width and depth of the appliance WARNING 12 305 mm 12 305 mm FP2422 mantel clearances Wall Stud Standoff Top of Fireplace Opening FP2929 Side View Noncombustible Material Supplied Figure 5 Ceiling and Sidewall Cleara...

Page 9: ...terials i e brick tile slate steel or other materials with a UL fire rating of Zero may be used to cover up to the glass opening It is permissible to bring combustible wall board to the top of the standoffs on the top and the sides of the unit A 300 F minimum adhesive may be used to attach facing materials to noncombustible surface Nailing Flanges Noncombustible Material Supplied Noncombustible Ma...

Page 10: ...l ensure proper adhesion of both the tape and mud The supplied board is very porous 50 6QE 1284 mm 656M 159 mm 235 6QE 608 mm 92 2337 mm Wall Board 3 6 98 mm 7 6M 197 mm 656M 159 mm 10 254 mm FP2939 noncombustible material 33 838 mm 17 6QE 446 mm 9156 2315 mm Header Framing Outline of Face FP2939 Figure 8 4 Tape the seams using a mesh type tape 5 Mud seams as normal We recommend using a product ca...

Page 11: ...e of the fireplace Use the 8 x 3 4 self tapping screws provided FP2941 metal framing Metal Framing Maintain 16Z x 419 mm to Combustible Framing FP2941 Figure 10 If a mantel is to be installed and the attachment points fall upon the noncombus tible surface above the glass frame opening a suitable structure must be added in order to support the weight of the mantel A framework of metal studs as show...

Page 12: ...LATION INFORMATION Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation Failure to do so could result in serious injury property damage or loss of life Operation of improperly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury property damage or loss of life WARNING Figure 11 Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe A minimum 1 clearance to combustibles pe...

Page 13: ...r home This is especially important in cold climates Insulation should be considered a combustible material Maintain proper clearances to all combustible materials Treatment of firestops and construction of the chase may vary from building type to building type These instructions are not substitutes for the requirements of local building codes You must follow all local building codes NOTICE Never ...

Page 14: ...e the meter regulator assembly 5 m above the meter regulator assy I Clearance to service regulator vent outlet 3 91 cm 3 91 cm J Clearance to nonmechanical air supply inlet 6 15 cm for appliances 10 000 6 15 cm for appliances to building or the combustion air inlet to any BTU h 3kW 12 30 cm for 10 000 BTU h 3kW 9 other appliances appliances 10 000 BTU h 3kW and 23 cm for appliances 10 000 100 000 ...

Page 15: ...nter of the pipe on the fireplace Vertical Dimension From the Base of Unit to the Center of the Horizontal Vent Pipe Dimensions in Feet 84 2134 mm From Floor to Center Outside Corner Inside Corner Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors G Combustible 6 152 mm Noncombustible 2 51 mm F Combustible 6 152 mm Noncombustible 2 51 mm G Bal...

Page 16: ...of the flue collars to the center of the wall opening Figure 16 Step 4 Using appropriate length of pipe section s attach to fire place with three 3 screws Follow with the installation of the elbow X X Figure 16 Vertical Height Requirement FP1181 Step 5 Measure the horizontal length requirement figuring a 1Z v 32 mm overlap i e from the elbow to the outside wall cap Figure 17 Always install horizon...

Page 17: ...bow If a 90 elbow is fitted directly after 36 914 mm vertical section mounted to the top of the fireplace the maximum horizontal vent run before the termination or a vertical rise is 36 914 mm Figure 19 FP1176 max 90 bends Figure 18 Maximum Three 3 90 Elbows Per Installation 3 x 90 Elbows 36 914 mm Min FP1176 In Figures 20 and 21 dimension A plus B must not be greater than 17 5 2 m For each 45 elb...

Page 18: ...ugh the wall 2 Remove soil to a depth of approximately 16 406 mm below base of snorkel Install drain pipe Install window well not supplied Refill hole with 12 305 mm of coarse gravel leaving a clearance of approximately 4 102 mm below snorkel Figure 22 3 Install vent system 4 Ensure a watertight seal is made around the vent pipe coming through the wall 5 Apply high temperature sealant caulking sup...

Page 19: ...0 36 914 mm Min Figure 25 Maximum Elbow Usage FP1179 Up to two 45 elbows may be used within the horizontal run For each 45 elbow used on the horizontal plane the maximum horizontal length must be reduced by 18 450 mm Example Maximum horizontal length No elbows 10 3 m 1x45 elbows 8 5 2 6 m 2x45 elbows 7 2 1 m A minimum of a 36 914 mm vertical rise is required Two sets of 45 elbows offsets may be us...

Page 20: ...ace to cool completely before touch ing or opening the glass door Runs may not incorporate elbows NOTE Pay special attention to these installation instructions for required clearances air space to combustibles when passing through ceilings walls roofs enclosures attic rafters etc Do not pack air spaces with insulation Also note maximum vertical rise of the venting system and any maximum horizontal...

Page 21: ...combustible materials 6 Continue to add pipe sections until the height of the vent cap meets the minimum building code requirements NOTE You must increase vent height for steep roof pitches Nearby trees adjoining roof lines steep pitched roofs and other similar factors may cause poor draft or down drafting in high winds Increasing the vent height may solve this problem NOTE If the vent pipe passes...

Page 22: ... vent 4 Slide the inner vent onto the adapter collar for a minimum 1C v overlap 5 Locate the clamp at approximately 3 4 from the flex end and tighten 6 Secure the clamped inner section with three self tapping screws drilled equidistant just above the clamp perimeter B Installing the outer flex pipe Figure 30 1 Firmly insert the 8 outer adapter ring into the outer appliance starting collar and secu...

Page 23: ... tions and Figure 32 FLEX VENT INSTALLATION Termination Cap Storm Collar Roof Support Flashing Rigid Pipe Length Flex to Pipe Adapter Firestop UL1777 Flex PIpe DVFF8A 8 Adapter Figure 32 Typical Vertical Flex Vent Installation FP1975 pipe connection Screws 3 Places equidistant just above gear clamp Rigid Pipe Length Flex to Pipe Adapter Gear Clamp 1C v Flexible Pipe and Adapter Outer Collar Overla...

Page 24: ...or sleet WARNING A qualified installer or service person must connect appliance to gas supply Follow all local codes CAUTION For propane LP units never connect fireplace directly to the propane LP supply This burner system requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the burner system and propane LP supply FP1977 external regulator Figure 35 External Regulator...

Page 25: ... valves WARNING Onlypersonslicensedtoworkwithgaspiping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance CAUTION A manual shutoff valve must be installed upstream of the appliance Union tee and plugged 1 8 NPT pressure tapping point should be installed upstream of the appliance Figure 36 CAUTION Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas Natural Gas From Gas Meter 4...

Page 26: ...rmly to reseal Do not over torque Check test points for gas leaks WARNING Do not use open flame to check for gas leaks Electrical Wiring General 1 This fireplace is equipped with the Signature Control valve which operates on 6 volts The A C module plugs into the fireplace junction box A C power supply Four 4 AA batteries are used for back up during power outages 2 The Signature Command System can ...

Page 27: ...wall cover 1 Mount the junction box provided at the desired location on the wall Do not extend beyond the 15 ft wire cable provided If a longer distance is required the 15 ft may be extended to 30 ft maximum by using two 2 cables plugged together 2 Attach cable to Command Center by inserting connector into socket at rear of Command center 3 Snap wall cover provided onto Command Center and screw in...

Page 28: ...trol Box Plug In Connector Control Box to Solenoid DC Power green Valve Ground Gas In Gas Out FP2942 Sign command wiring diagram 15 ft Cable A C MODULE PLUG IN CONNECTOR WHITE BLACK BLACK WHITE GREEN WHITE BLACK Opt Blower Opt Aux Light 300 Watt Max 300 Watt Max CAUTION Electrical connections should only be performedbyaqualified licensedelectrician Main power supply must be turned off before conne...

Page 29: ...lbs 1 Remove front light socket cover 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove socket plate with bulb to be replaced Figure 41 3 Replace socket and socket cover in reverse order Fp2936 glass frame removal Figure 42 Remove Glass Frame Glass Frame Latch Tool FP2936 CAUTION Glass frame is heavy lifting may require two 2 people FP2937 bulb replacement Figure 43 Replace Light Bulbs FP2937 Light Socket Co...

Page 30: ...Place three 3 pieces of hearth glass lenses supplied into opening on hearth in front of burner Unpack all decorative colored glass and stones included in kit Carefully mix the two colors of decorative glass Place the decorative colored glass above and outside the burner to cover hearth area Spread decorative glass in a single layer Figure 44 CAUTION Do not place decorative colored glass over the o...

Page 31: ...r logs should be installed be fore installing the decorative colored glass on hearth 1 Remove the glass door Use glass door latch tool packed with unit to unlatch the three 3 frame latches Page 29 Figure 42 NOTE Glass door is heavy an assistant may be necessary 2 Mount the three 3 log support pin brackets along the left side and center of the rear floor at the sets of mounting holes using screws p...

Page 32: ... Figure 50 KT1104 LKW70 top middle log Medium Top Middle Log 3 LG1104 Figure 51 6 Place medium top middle log 3 across the rear logs by aligning the two 2 re cesses on the bottom of the log with the key protrusions on each of the rear logs The front branch of the top log may rest on top of the decorative colored glass Figure 51 Figure 52 Medium Top Left Log 4 7 Place the medium top left log 4 onto...

Page 33: ...ht log 2 by aligning the re cess with the key protrusion on the rear right log Figure 53 LG1109 LG1109 Small Front Left Log 6 Figure 54 9 Place the small front left log 6 on top of the decorative glass towards the left side of the hearth Figure 54 IMPORTANT Do not place this log in or near the burner port area To pre vent sooting and poor combustion do not allow the burner flames to contact this l...

Page 34: ...RTANT Do not place this log in or near the burner port area LG1110 LKW70 log set Figure 56 LKW70 Complete Log Set Installation LG1110 Figure 56 shows the completed log set installation 11 It is not necessary but if you choose you may place a few stones randomly around the front of the logs on top of the decorative colored glass If the accessory log set is installed use no more than six 6 of the st...

Page 35: ... s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department C Use only your finger to push in the master switch Never use tools If the switch will not function by hand do not 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 of it has been under ...

Page 36: ...l gas go to next step 4 Press the master switch to the ON position Within eight 8 seconds it will beep once This indicates the system is ready 5 Press ON button Sparker will spark and pilot flame will light 6 Once pilot flame is established the main burner flame will light automatically 7 If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the master switch to OFF and call your service technic...

Page 37: ... Indication for Transmitter X Child Proof Lock out X LCD Backlight X Security Codes 16 X Countdown 6 hr Timer X Standard Thermostatic Control Mode X Smart Mode Thermostat Auto Flame Blower Modulation X Three Brightness Settings for Lights X Three Speed Control for Blower X On Off Auxiliary X Programmable Timer to turn blower on and off X BATTERY INSTALLATION The Command Center uses four 4 AA batte...

Page 38: ...conds when the master switch Shutoff on the main burner is off RF Remote Receiver Push the RF receiver On Off button on the control board RF OFF On Off Beep once for ON and beep twice for OFF Learn Remote Hold the OFF button while turning on the master switch Transmitter Beep twice then press any handheld remote button 6 hour safety Press the ON button and OFF button simultaneously ON shutdown set...

Page 39: ...l manual reset Self Diagnostics Chart The Command Center has a self diagnostic LED enabling you to troubleshoot problems and potentially avoid a service call Please refer to the charts below for indicator reference Function Operation Power Up Flip the master switch to the ON _ position to power up the system Fireplace ON Press the ON button on the Command Center or turn on wall switch to turn the ...

Page 40: ...or an extended period of time Never leave anything on top of the surface of the transmitter FP2646 TSFSC display Information Bar Touch Area Logo Bar Menus Adjustment Controls Function Areas of the LCD Display Figure 58 FP2607 install battery Battery Door Tabs Figure 59 TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION n Function Areas of the LCD Display Figure 58 shows the display of the TSFSC LCD Information...

Page 41: ...on the Command Cen ter will flash for 10 seconds TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION WARNING Do not use two 2 or more remote control sys tems in the same area with the same privacy code setting as they will communicate with each other This may cause the appliances to malfunction FP2649 set privace code Figure 60 FP2650 command ctr ctrl brd RF Receiver ON OFF Control Board Figure 61 Battery Door ...

Page 42: ...3 seconds Or b Use the OFF down buttons to decrease the Set Time to zero Or TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION c Slide down on the arrow buttons to exit TIMER mode and shut off the fireplace Thermostat Mode Figure 65 NOTE The Command Center buttons will disable when ther mostat is being used Press the THERMO button to set the transmitter in thermostat mode The transmitter will au tomatically tu...

Page 43: ...ay in the next section 4 After the signal is sent the ON up and OFF down but tons become flame height controller again TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 5 When the fan button is flashing slide up and down on the arrow buttons will turn the blower speed to High or Off directly without pressing the fan button again to confirm 6 If the blower is turned on using the FAN button the blower speed wil...

Page 44: ...ash once to indicate that the setting has changed to B 2 When the current setting is B pressing TIMER button and THERMO button at the same time for 3 seconds will switch to A Mode The touch area icons will disap pear FP2658 AUX FP2659 blank screen Figure 70 n Safety Features 1 Low Battery Detection When low battery condition occurs the transmitter will turn off the fireplace A Battery voltage is c...

Page 45: ...ce batteries 3 LCD display shows funny display 3 Reset the transmitter see Resetting the Transmitter section 4 Appliance does not come on 2 The transmitter did not match 1 Make sure the transmitter has with the receiver learned to the receiver 3 Transmitter measures temp 1 Move transmitter to a cooler place erature exceeding 99 degrees and wait until temperature drops Fahrenheit and shows HI on be...

Page 46: ...ert from LP to natural gas must be purchased from an authorized dealer Refer to Page 54 Conversion parts included Burner orifice refer to Table 1 Pilot orifice Gas valve regulator Conversion rating plate label Conversion cap Venturi air shutter for conversion to Natural gas only Tools required Torx T20 Driver 2Z x minimum length recommended or Slotted Screwdriver 5 8 11 16 3 4 and 7 8 Combination ...

Page 47: ... Natural gas Install new air shut ters provided and adjust to 1 8 opening Figure 76 10 Replace conversion cap with new cap supplied in kit Gently remove with small flat screwdriver Figure 74 11 Reinstall A C module and control board in reverse or der 12 Using open end wrenches of 5 8 and 3 4 loosen nuts secured to the injectors through the opening on the lenses removed earlier Pull flex line away ...

Page 48: ...o Homeowner s Manual Use soapy water to check for leaks on the pilot assembly regulator burner and tubing Turn off unit 3 Place the correct Gas Conversion rating label plate and the regulator s conversion label on the existing rating plates Attach conversion label to control valve 4 Reinstall stones and glass Refer to Homeowner s Manual 5 Reinstall glass door 6 Light unit Check for proper burner f...

Page 49: ...twice a year Make sure the burner porting pilot air opening and burner air opening are free of obstructions at all times Pilot Flame The flames from the pilot should be visually checked as soon as the heater is installed and periodically during normal operation The pilot flame must always be pres ent when the fireplace is in operation Figure 78 The pilot flame has three distinct flames one engulfi...

Page 50: ...pped cracked or broken Replacement glass door assemblies MUST be supplied by the fireplace manufacturer No substitute materi als may be used Handle glass door with care to avoid striking or scratch ing it on hard objects To clean glass door follow Glass Removal procedure outlined in the Final Installation section Film deposit on the inside of the glass should be cleaned off using a nontoxic non co...

Page 51: ...ugh Battery polarity wrong LED on the Command Center does not show solid green The 5 pin connector on the AC board broken or bent AC plug is plugged to AC mains Battery voltage low Using battery Check valve connections Check power supply go through A E Check grounding Go through B Go through C The sensor on the pilot is not in the flame pilot flame too small ACTION Re install batteries Change batt...

Page 52: ... 8a Porcelain Panel Black Rear Left 1 20303704 8b Porcelain Panel Black Rear Middle 1 20303705 8c Porcelain Panel Black Rear Right 1 20303706 8d Porcelain Panel Black Left 1 20303703 8e Porcelain Panel Black Right 1 20303702 8 Porcelain Panel Kit Bronze complete 1 VWDV70PBZ 8a Porcelain Panel Bronze Rear Left 1 20303709 8b Porcelain Panel Bronze Rear Middle 1 20303710 8c Porcelain Panel Bronze Rea...

Page 53: ...ies Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM ENGINE 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 5 5 8 8 9 10 11a 12 13 14 9 9 10 10 11c 11b 15 16 17 18 19 20 15 15 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 33 21 21 3735 VWDV70 engine parts 26 27 29 30 31 32 ...

Page 54: ... 13 Valve 1 80D0001 14 Flexline 18 w Shutoff Valve 1 69D0030 15 Grommet 4 73D0189 16 Fitting 3 8 NPT x 3 8 Brass Male 1 025660 17 Tube Valve to T 1 20302884K 18 Tube Straight 2 20302885K 19 Brass Tee 3 8 Comp 2 20303648 20 Brass 90 Elbow 3 8 Comp 1 20301832 21 Flexline 3 8 Comp 3 20303323 22 Gasket Valve Bracket 1 20302462 23 Bracket Valve 1 20302967K 24 Control Board NG 1 80D0018 25 AC Module SCS...

Page 55: ... Black 6 20303041K 2 Stone M Sand 6 20303042K 3 Stone M White 6 20303043K 4 Stone M Dark Gray 6 20303044K 5 Stone White 4 78D0136K 6 Stone Sand 4 78D0140K 7 Stone Dark Gray 4 78D0138K 8 Stone Brown 4 78D0139K 9 4 Stone Assembly 1 20303995K 10 Stone L Black 1 20303037K 11 Stone L Sand 1 20303038K 12 Stone L White 1 20303039K 13 Stone L Dark Gray 1 20303040K ...

Page 56: ...56 20303735 VWDV70 Series Gas Fireplace HOT 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 7 8 10 730024 KHLDV vent parts VENTING COMPONENTS VENT COMPONENTS FOR 5 X 8 ...

Page 57: ...6 3 4 9 Pipe Length 58DVA 09 1207 5DT 09 3 4 12 Pipe Length 58DVA 12 1206 5DT 12 5D12 3 4 24 Pipe Length 58DVA 24 1204 5DT 24 5D24 3 4 36 Pipe Length 58DVA 36 1203 5DT 36 5D36 3 4 48 Pipe Length 58DVA 48 1202 5DT 48 5D48 4 4 81 2 Pipe Extension 58DVA 08A 5DT AJ 4 4 16 Pipe Extension 58DVA 16A 5 4 45 Elbow 58DVA E45 1245 5DT EL45 5D456 5 4 45 Swivel Elbow 5DT EL45 6 4 90 Elbow 58DVA E90 1290 5DT EL...

Page 58: ...ccordance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and ANSI UL 2034 listed and IAS certified Signage A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight 8 feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read ...

Page 59: ...anty will be void if the appliance is not installed by a qualified installer in ac cordance with the installation instructions The Limited Lifetime Warranty will also be void if the appliance is not operated and maintained according to the operating instructions supplied with the appliance and does not extend to 1 firebox burner assembly damage by accident neglect misuse abuse alterations negligen...

Page 60: ...rendement énergétique de foyer au gaz Énerguide Selon CSA P 4 1 09 Efficiency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings DOE Fireplace Efficiency AFUE VWDV70NTSC 79 3 71 4 VWDV70PTSC 79 8 77 5 After conversion to LP Vermont Castings Group 149 Cleveland Drive Paris Kentucky 40361 www vermontcastingsgroup com ...