Archgard 31-DVIM33, User'S Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Page 1: ...plier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by 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 of gas indicated on ...

Page 2: ...nspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the instal lation unless upon inspection the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5 08 2 a 1 through 4 b EXEMPTIONS The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5 08 2 a 1 through 4 1 The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled Equipment ...

Page 3: ...h means that it is less expensive to operate Adjustable Fan Speed Each 31 DVIM33 comes complete with 6 level adjustable speed controlled circulation fan Adjustable Flame The flame aesthetics and heat output can be adjusted to suit the owner s liking and heating needs Solid Construction The 31 DVIM33 is mainly constructed of 16 and 18 gauge galvanized and aluminized coated steel for long life and d...

Page 4: ...tructions 15 16 Checking Inlet Outlet gas pressures Adjusting Pilot and Convertible Pilot Orifice 17 Optional wall switch Wiring Schematic 18 19 Restrictor plate Surround Installation and Rocker Switch Wiring 20 Log Placement Log identification 21 26 Final Installation Check and Initial Operation 27 Lighting Instructions on Rating Plate 28 First Fire and Lighting Instructions CAUTION 29 Maintenanc...

Page 5: ...e and at least annually by a professional service person More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding materials etc It is imperative that the control compartments burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance are kept clean Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appl...

Page 6: ... or current National Electrical code ANSI NFPA No 70 1987 in the US and in Canada the current Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 We recommend that our gas hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Gas Specialists SPECIFICATIONS Natural Gas NG Propane LP Manifold Pressure 1 7 3 5 in W C 0 4 0 9 kPa 6 1 10 0...

Page 7: ...accordance with local codes if any if none follow the current CAN CSA C22 1 in Canada and ANSI NFPA 70 in the US This appliance is certified for installation in a bedroom or a bed sitting room This appliance is only for use with the gas indicated on the rating plate and may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes See owner s m...

Page 8: ...ls Out configuration by removing the two mounting screw on each side and swinging the panels out and replacing the screws They can also be disconnected and placed remotely within the limits of the gas connections and electrical wiring making sure to place them away from any heat source over 150 degrees Fahrenheit or 65 degrees Celsius CONTROL PANEL LOCATIONS ...

Page 9: ...built fireplace has no gas access hole s provided an access hole of 1 1 2 38 1 mm or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper workmanship like manner This access hole must be plugged with non combustible insulation after the gas supply line has been installed The fireplace flue damper can be fully blocked open or removed for installation of the gas fireplace...

Page 10: ...ny metal parts is prohibited except the metal floor J as specified The metal floor of the firebox may be removed only if the following is strictly adhered to The metal floor J may be removed to allow additional room for installation of the in sert If the floor is removed the insert must be placed directly on the metal base of the metal fireplace Under no circumstance can it be placed directly on a...

Page 11: ...le extension maybe increased 1 25 4 mm for each additional 1 25 4 mm increase in clearance height Example If using a 5 127 mm reduce minimum height to 31 788 mm If using a 4 102 mm reduce minimum height to 30 762 mm 12 305mm Minimum Height From Bottom of Appliance 39 966 mm with a 12 305 mm mantel Note If existing wood fire place hearth protection is removed it must be replaced by a non combustibl...

Page 12: ...ts individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Failure to do so will damage the appliance s gas valve Such damage is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty Natural Gas Pressure Settings The inlet supply or line pressure must be a minimum of 4 5 W C 1 2 kPa and a maximum of 14 W C 3 5 kPa Th...

Page 13: ...the depth of the hearth Loosen the three screws of the leveling L bracket at the back of the appliance Lower it to the measurement obtained and tighten the screws TOP VIEW Fresh Air Exhaust FRONT VIEW Ceramic Glass with standard black door frame Surround On Off Rocker Switch Control access Care must be taken when accessing the controls while fireplace is active Parts will be HOT LEVELING THE 31 DV...

Page 14: ...he door to ensure the door is seated all the way down on the catches 7 Pull the finger rings out and down to engage in the slots on the top of the door frame 8 Push the finger rings back in IF YOUR GLASS BREAKS WARNING Do not operate appliance with the glass front cracked or broken Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person In the event your glass cracks or b...

Page 15: ...erminals are to be used for this appliance A T T E N T I O N NO OTHER VENTING SYSTEM OR COMPONENTS MAY BE USED Follow manufacturer instructions for installation of termination This appliance is designed for dual 3 76 mm double wall aluminum flex liner running the entire length of the chimney The flue length must be a minimum of 10 3 05 M and a maximum of 40 12 2 M The exhaust vent restrictor provi...

Page 16: ...trictors provided with the unit if required Seal and attach the end of the flex marked Exhaust to the collar marked Exhaust on the appliance 9 Caulk all joints using a high temperature sealant such as milpac DO NOT USE SILICONE SEALANTS Use of silicon sealants voids the warranty of the pilot assembly NOTE The vertical termination cap must be sealed to the liner with suitable high temperature seala...

Page 17: ...ps but should engulf the thermocouple and thermopile It can be adjusted by turning the screw marked pilot on the control valve 7 16 11 mm WRENCH HERE Thermopile Burner Ports 1 Remove the surround 2 The pressure test taps are located on the valve The taps are located in the gas valve front face The inlet is marked IN and the outlet is marked OUT See Fig 1 3 Loosen the set screw inside the tap with ...

Page 18: ...ad Length for two wires Wire Size Max Length 14 GA 50 Ft 15 24 M 16 GA 32 Ft 9 75 M 18 GA 20 Ft 6 9 M 20 GA 12 Ft 3 65 M 22 GA 9 Ft 2 74 M If a wall mounted switch or a wall mounted thermostat is desired Archgard recommends that the device be wired as shown in the diagram below NOTE Archgard Industries does not manufacture or sell any type of wall switch or wall thermo stat and will not extend war...

Page 19: ...e heat sensor is factory set to close the circuit to the fan speed control at 1100 F 430 C and will turn off the fan when the temperature falls below 800 F 270 C The fireplace comes complete with a 6ft power cord located on the right side of the fireplace that can be plugged into an outlet to the side or inside the fireplace Have a licensed electrician run a circuit to the fireplace if no plug in ...

Page 20: ...ke sure the surround drops down and fully engages Then finish with the wiring connection to the on off switch on the side of the trim Now fully seat the unit into its final position Surround Mounting slots Surround Mounting tabs Restrictor installed in upper baffle Center air channel is closed off with restrictor Firebox baffle w out restrictor All three air channels in the baffle are open VENT RE...

Page 21: ...your Authorized Archgard Dealer Gas and vent connection must be made before installing the embers and logs on the pan burner NOTE Improper placement of logs and embers may cause soot accumulation on the internal parts and glass This is not covered under warranty Do not use broken or damaged logs Locate the embers and logs and place them on their prospective locations Refer to the pictured instruct...

Page 22: ...ck shelf and to the left so it is almost touching Log 1 Force the log down onto the locater pins NOTE There are no holes in Log 7 must use gentle force Step 1 Locate Log 1 and align the holes in the bottom line up with the two locater pins Push the top of the log up so it is against the back shelf Push down firmly onto locater pins ...

Page 23: ...gn the two holes in the log with the two locater pins on the left of the burner Push down onto locator pins as shown Step 4 Locate Log 2 and align the two holes in the log with the two locater pins on the right side of the burner Push down onto locator pins as shown LOG 2 ...

Page 24: ...he hole in the bottom with the pin in log 3 Place the other end of the log in the saddle of log 1 LOG 5 Step 6 Locate Log 6 and align the hole in the bottom with the locater pin in log 3 Place the other end of the log on the burner and pulled forward against log 2 LOG 6 ...

Page 25: ...e pin on the burner surround tray Place the other end onto log 2 as shown LOG 4 Step 8 Place black embers around logs as shown do not block the holes in the burner Maintain a 1 4 clearance from the Burner Cover with embers Black Embers Burner Air Tray LOG PLACEMENT Continued ...

Page 26: ...Qty Unit 310 634720 1 Log 1 Left Rear 1 EA 310 634720 2 Log 2 Right Mid 1 EA 310 634720 3 Log 3 Left Mid 1 EA 310 634720 4 Log 4 Right 1 EA 310 634720 5 Log 5 Left Top 1 EA 310 634720 6 Log 6 Front Crossover 1 EA 310 634720 7 Log 7 Right Rear 1 EA 310 0020 Black Embers 2 cup bag 1 EA ...

Page 27: ... the electrical system is in working order This will include 1 Perform leak tests of supply line gas control valve supply line from gas control valve and pilot assembly 2 Clocking the appliance to ensure the correct firing rate see page 9 of this manual 3 If required adjusting the primary air to burner to ensure that the flame does not carbon or soot 4 Check for proper operation including correct ...

Page 28: ...uipped with these devices 3 Turn off all electric power to the appliance 4 Open lower louvers or access door 3 Press slightly and turn the control knob clockwise to the OFF position 4 Wait 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP and follow instruction B above 5 Find pilot It is located between the logs near the center behind the burner 6 Pre...

Page 29: ...isted directly above or as shown on the front cover of this manual 3 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 4 This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot and main burner ...

Page 30: ... cleaner to clean off any dust or lint After cleaning the logs and embers must be replaced as per the instructions in this manual Once a year have a qualified service technician Completely inspect the appliance and the venting system if the vent pipe or seal is found to be defective replace and or reseal follow the instructions found in the venting instructions section Clean and remove any lint ac...

Page 31: ...tment The right side shows yellow sooty flames requiring increase in shutter opening or cleaning of shutter area due to lint buildup WARNING Servicing of this appliance must be conducted by a qualified service technician Improper servicing adjustment or alteration of this appliance may cause property damage personal injury or loss of life All servicing should be conducted with the appliance cold A...

Page 32: ...roper de rating methods KIT NUMBERS 31 CKMLP for LP gas and 31 CKMNG for Natural Gas KIT INCLUDES 1 Gas conversion label 1 Burner orifice 50 for LPG 33 for Natural Gas 1 Gas type label 1 SIT 820 valve conversion kit PREPARE THE FIREPLACE Remove the surround glass frame assembly logs and brick if applicable Remove the burner cover by removing the two screws at the back and lifting straight up Remov...

Page 33: ... install burner air tray and logs Check inlet outlet pressures Check operation of flame control Check for proper flame appearance and glow on logs Fig D Fig A B C Push orifice strip tab all the way against the hex fitting See Fig B1 B2 Re tighten the pilot target so that it aligns with the thermopile See Fig C View from top of pilot head NG gas position NO 1 16 hole NO color visible LP gas positio...

Page 34: ...switch closes the electrical circuit that allows the fan to turn on This is a normal sound Q I hear a ticking cracking or pinging sound when my fireplace is running and after it is turned off A The different gauges of steel used to manufacture your fireplace will expand and contract at different rates when your fireplace is on and will continued as your fireplace completes its heating function You...

Page 35: ...listed below EA Part 308 0122 36 Thermocouple EA Part 308 0056 Thermopile EA 733 0027 Pilot Shield EA 831 0050 Burner Assembly Log type EA 305 0024 Replacement Cross flow Fan 120VAC 115V 24 watt EA 305 0013 Fan Speed Control Rheostat EA 305 0021 Fan Thermodisc fan sensor 1100 F 430 Celsius EA 305 0019 On Off Rocker Switch EA 31 CKMNG Conversion Kit LP to NG EA 31 CKMLP Conversion Kit NG to LP EA 3...

Page 36: ...AL instructions within this manual 2 Remove the log set Follow LOG PLACEMENT instructions within this manual 3 Remove the pan burner Follow instructions for CHANGING MAIN BURNER ORIFICE within the conversion section of this manual 4 Remove the access cover section set at 45 degree angle of the firebox by removing the 1 4 hex head screws and lifting out When re installing access cover make sure to ...

Page 37: ...f the match hold the control knob in at the PILOT setting until all the air is purged out of the line b If there is no gas or air coming out of the pilot and there is gas pressure to the appliance the pilot orifice may be blocked or the gas valve may be defective Pilot will not remain on after being lit 1 Press the control knob all the way in at the pilot indicator 2 Hold the control knob in for a...

Page 38: ...ion from heat affects a loose connec tion Sooty deposits on the glass door 1 If the flame is yellow and lazy check for lint etc around primary air shutter Increase primary air by opening the primary air shutter if nec essary 2 Check for proper placement of the logs and branches Ensure logs and burner are clean See that section in the instruction manual 3 Check for proper venting and blockage of th...

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Page 40: ...ll switches and wiring to them Gas control valves pilot assemblies including thermopiles thermocouples electrodes and igniters The above will be covered parts labor to the original purchaser for ONE year from date of purchase EXCLUSIONS Ember material Tempered Glass is under warranty for ONE year to the original purchaser from date of purchase Travel time or mileage to original purchasers residenc...

Page 41: ...Name Address City State Prov ZIP Phone _____ Why did you choose this product Thank you for purchasing our product and filling out this warranty card mm dd yyyy POSTAGE FOLD DOWN AT LINE FOLD DOWN AT LINE TAPE CLOSED CUT ALONG LINE CUT ALONG LINE CUT ALONG LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD 7116 BEATTY DRIVE MISSION B C CANADA V2V 6B4 ...

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