Vermont Castings STLDVPNSC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Vermont Castings STLDVPNSC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Vermont Castings STLDVPNSC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Designer series direct vent gas fireplace
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Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Installation and Operating Instructions
Models: STLDVP(N/P)SC, PFLDV(N/P)PSC, CRLDVP(N/P)SC, CLLDVP(N/P)SC
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death or
property damage.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
– Do not try to light any appliance.
– Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
– Leave the building immediately.
– Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
– If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fi re department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this 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 for use only with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless
a certifi ed kit is used.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for
future reference.
CERTIFIED
S
B
AFETY
ARRIER
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
20306750 3/15 Rev. 3

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  • Page 1 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation and Operating Instructions Models: STLDVP(N/P)SC, PFLDV(N/P)PSC, CRLDVP(N/P)SC, CLLDVP(N/P)SC CERTIFIED WARNING: AFETY ARRIER FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage. • Do not store or use gasoline or other fl...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of an Vermont Castings Group Fireplace. PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE! IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fi...
  • Page 4: Code Approval

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 12. Do not use this fi replace to cook food or burn paper or IMPORTANT: other objects. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY 13. Never place anything on top of fi replace. It is normal for fi...
  • Page 5: Installation Information

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION INFORMATION PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GAS PRESSURES • This appliance has been certifi ed for use with either Natural Propane (LP) natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. Inlet Minimum 4.5” w.c. 11.0” w.c. •...
  • Page 6: Fireplace Dimensions

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS Centerline of Flue Outlet 12" 11 ” (305 mm) (298 mm) 47 ” (1216 mm) 34” 41 ” 25 ” ” (903 mm) (864 mm) (1064 mm) (654 mm) 28 ” (718 mm) 37 ”...
  • Page 7 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS Centerline of Flue Outlet 11 ” 12" (305 mm) (298 mm) 7 ” 47 ” (200 mm) (1216 mm) 21” 41 ” ” (903 mm) (533 mm) (1064 mm) 25 ” (654 mm) 28 ”...
  • Page 8: Stldv Framing

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION INFORMATION STLDV FRAMING 23" (1/2" Drywall) or Adjustable to 22 ” (5/8” Drywall) Remove box and Insulation for Top Vent Confi gurations Noncombustible Material Fold Outer Tabs and Nail to Framing Members ” (1224 mm) NOTE: Glass cen- terline is off center...
  • Page 9: Crldv/Clldv Framing

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION INFORMATION CRLDV/CLLDV FRAMING 46 ” (1172 mm) (1/2” Drywall) 27 ” (699 mm) (1/2” Drywall) 46” (1168 mm) (5/8” Drywall) Remove box and 27 ” (696 mm) Insulation for Top (5/8” Drywall) Vent Confi gurations Noncombustible Material "...
  • Page 10: Pfdv Framing

    180° and reinstall to achieve 5/8" depth NOTE: The Vermont Castings Group Model BPWC500 mantel is specially designed to comply with all mantel temperature requirements. Any custom-built mantels must comply with the framing clearances and the use of non- Figure 7 - combustibles as shown in Figures 5, 6 and 7.
  • Page 11: Before You Start

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION INFORMATION BEFORE YOU START FIREBOX FRAMING Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping is set in place. Construct fi rebox framing following Figure damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage 5, 6 or 7 for your specifi...
  • Page 12: Fireplace Location

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE LOCATION • Never obstruct the front opening of the fi replace. • Do not install in the vicinity where gasoline or other Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes fl...
  • Page 13: Clearances

    (louvers). This may create requirements listed in this manual. a fi re hazard. NOTE: Vermont Castings Group Model BPWC500 Mantel is designed to comply with all mantel temperature requirements. 20306750...
  • Page 14: Venting Installation

    Installation of any damaged venting component. • Unauthorized modifi cation of the venting system. • Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by Vermont Castings Group • Installation other than permitted by these instructions. Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty.
  • Page 15 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION Screws After conversion to top vent confi guration, Flue Pipe the 5" (127 mm) flue pipe should be Cover concentric with the 8" (203 mm) outer collar within 1/4". Flue Cover Screws Flue Pipe FP2833 Adapter...
  • Page 16: Vent Pipe Clearances

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION Horizontal sections of this vent system This fi replace must be vented to the outside. require a minimum of 3" clearances to The venting system must NEVER be attached combustibles at the top of the fl ue and 1" to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel clearance at the sides and bottom until the burning appliance.
  • Page 17: Installation Planning

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PLANNING Never run the vent pipe down. This may There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: cause excessive temperatures which could • Horizontal Termination cause a fi re. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose.
  • Page 18: Termination Location

    † A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved clearances tested and approved by the listing agency. driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and 3. Vermont Castings Group assumes no responsibility for serves both dwellings the improper performance of the appliance when the venting ‡...
  • Page 19: Vent Graph

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - Balcony - with no side wall...
  • Page 20: Rear Wall Vent Installation

    Combustible Interior Walls: Cut a 12 " x 10 " hole behind the appliance. Only an Vermont Castings Group through the interior wall. brand termination is allowed for this application. Combustible Exterior Walls: Cut a 10 "...
  • Page 21 Vermont Castings Apply Mastic Group termination) Termination to all Four Sides All rear vent through-the-wall applications must use Vermont Castings Group-designed 5 x 8 square termination. No other manu- facturer's termination is permitted in this application. Bolt FP1956 Wood Screw...
  • Page 22: Horizontal W/Vertical Rise Applications

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION When installing the appliance as a rear 3 x 90° vent unit, the 90° or 45° transition elbow Elbows attached directly to the rear of the unit is NOT INCLUDED in the following criteria and calculations and, unless specifi...
  • Page 23 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION HORIZONTAL WITH VERTICAL RISE (THROUGH-THE-WALL) APPLICATIONS 1. Locate and cut the vent opening in the wall. For combustible walls fi rst frame in opening. Combustible Interior Walls: Cut a 12 ⁄ "H x 10 ⁄...
  • Page 24: Below Grade Installation

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION 1. Locate and cut the vent opening in the wall. For com- 1. Establish vent hole through the wall. bustible walls fi rst frame in opening. 2. Remove soil to a depth of approximately 16" below base Combustible Interior Walls: Cut a 11 ⁄...
  • Page 25: Vertical Through-The-Roof Applications

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION VERTICAL THROUGH-THE-ROOF APPLICATIONS A restrictor disc must be installed on vertical terminations that are higher than 12' (366 cm). Maximum 40' Maximum Height 8' Minimum Height Install restrictor disc as shown in Figure 34 for vertically vented applications.
  • Page 26: Installation For Vertical Termination

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION Roof Flashing Wall Strap 45° Elbows FP1669 Example: Elbow 1 = 90° Elbow 2 = 45° Elbow 3 = 45° Ceiling Firstop Elbow 4 = 90° Total Angular Variation = 270° Figure 37 - Offset with Wall Strap and 45°...
  • Page 27 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION Nails NOTE: If the vent pipe passes through any occupied areas above the fi rst fl oor, including storage spaces and closets, you must enclose pipe. You may frame and sheetrock the enclosure with standard construction material.
  • Page 28: Flex Vent Installation

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION FLEX VENT INSTALLATION 1. Insert the long side of the 5" inner ring into exhaust pipe, gently tap to seat into place, and secure with 1. Flexible UL1777 listed venting may be used in any screws.
  • Page 29 Adapter Gear Clamp UL1777 Flex Vent Figure 44 - Typical Pipe Connection Firestop UL1777 Flex Vermont Castings PIpe Group Horizontal Vent Termination Screws DVFF8A/8 5" x 8" to (3 Places equidistant just 5" x 8" Flex Adapter above gear clamp) UL1777 Flex Vent ⁄...
  • Page 30 Adapter (DVFFA/8) Gear Clamp UL1777 Flex Vent Figure 48 - Typical Pipe Connection Firestop UL1777 Flex Vermont Castings PIpe Group Horizontal Vent Termination Screws 7TDVP58 5" x 8" to (3 Places equidistant just 4" x 7" Reducer above gear clamp) UL1777 Flex Vent ⁄...
  • Page 31: Fireplace Installation

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fi replace you are installing. If you have confl icting gas type, do not install fi replace. 100 gal. (min) See dealer where you purchased the fi replace for proper Propane/LP External Supply Tank...
  • Page 32: Install Gas Piping

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION GAS SUPPLY LINE INSTALLATION A manual shutoff valve must be installed upstream of the appliance. Union tee and plugged 1/8" NPT pressure tapping Only persons licensed to work with gas point should be installed upstream of the piping may make the necessary gas appliance.
  • Page 33: Check Gas Pressure

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Pressure Inlet CHECK GAS PRESSURE 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fi replace, STOP! Do not install the appliance.
  • Page 34: Junction Box Wiring

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION JUNCTION BOX WIRING 1. This should be done before framing the fi replace. Wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with mini- mum 60° C wire in accordance with prevailing codes. 2.
  • Page 35: Signature Command Wiring Diagram

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Optional To Junction Box AC Module in Fireplace Pilot Optional White Light Black Optional White Blower Black White Optional Black Aux. Green Connector Pin To Control Board Input 300 Watt Max. Each Optional A/C Module Replaces 6V Adapter When Used RF Receiver...
  • Page 36: Optional Fan/Blower Systems

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Electrical Grounding Instructions: This Electrical connections should only be appliance is equipped with a three-prong performed by a qualifi ed licensed electrician. (grounding) plug for your protection against Main power supply must be turned off before shock hazard and should be plugged directly connecting the fan to the main electrical into a properly grounded three-prong...
  • Page 37: Automatic Dual Thermostat Blower Blotbldv

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace BLOTBLDV AUTOMATIC DUAL THERMOSTAT BLOWER 120VAC Receptacle Junction BLACK GREEN WHITE BLACK WHITE BLACK BLACK Speed Control Figure 56 - BLOTBLDV Blower Wiring Diagram FP2685 Before installing the blower, wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit.
  • Page 38: Glass Frame Removal

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION GLASS FRAME REMOVAL NOTE: You must fi rst remove the safety barrier before you Each clamp has a quick spring force. When remove the glass frame. To remove the barrier, simply lift reinstalling clamps, keep fi...
  • Page 39: Rockwool Placement

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace ROCK WOOL PLACEMENT Place rock wool evenly in dime-sized pieces over the burner ports. Do not place embers over the burner slots. To better enable the gas to permeate the rock wool, apply the rock wool in light, dime size fl...
  • Page 40: Log Placement

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION LOG PLACEMENT 3. Position log #3 on the key provided on the rounded end of log #1. The other end sits on the "false-bottom hearth" 1. Hold log #1 with the rounded end opposite the pilot. (the sheet metal surrounding the burner and supporting NOTE: Log #1 is designed to not be symmetrical.
  • Page 41 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 5. Place log #5 on the key provided on log #4. Rest the other end of the log on the "false-bottom hearth" just outside of the grate. It should be almost touching the end of log #1.
  • Page 42: Safety Barrier Installation

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CERTIFIED DANGER AFETY ARRIER HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS. SAFETY BARRIER INSTALLATION DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN from the hot viewing glass is provided with this TO TOUCH GLASS.
  • Page 43: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions.
  • Page 44: Operating Instructions

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3.
  • Page 45: Signature Command System Operation

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION FEATURES To Thermopile RF Receiver Command Center ON/OFF To Sensor • Easy Access Function Operation and System Confi gura- To Sparker tion • Operation Confi rmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications (LED/ NG/LP Conversion Buzzer) •...
  • Page 46 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION/SETUP NOTE: By disabling this feature, your fi replace may con- tinue to operate unattended. All System confi guration/setup is done on the Command 2. When the master switch is in the ON position (“-”), press- Center.
  • Page 47 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION FUNCTIONS/OPERATION 3. The third press on OFF will turn off the main burner. In standing pilot confi guration, the pilot will stay; in inter- Turning on the fi replace mittent pilot confi guration, the pilot will be shut off. 1.
  • Page 48: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Turn off gas before servicing fi replace. It Sensor is recommended that a qualifi ed service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season Thermopile BURNER, PILOT AND CONTROL COMPART- MENT Keep the control compartment, logs, and burner areas surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at...
  • Page 49: Venting System

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE VENT SYSTEM LOGS The fi replace and venting system should be inspected Leave logs installed in the fi replace for cleaning. Vacuum before initial use and at least annually by a qualifi ed fi eld surface of the logs with a brush attachment.
  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace TROUBLESHOOTING SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM ACTION OPERATION FAULT DIAGNOSIS Using Battery polarity wrong? Re-install batteries battery? Make sure Command Install batteries and/or Battery voltage low? Change batteries Center and plug in the AC board No beep in about the control 8 seconds board are...
  • Page 51: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIREBOX COMPONENTS CR/CL Designer Item Description Qty. Qty. Qty. LDV Part No. Glass Frame Assembly 20302401 Access Panel 20302126 Glass Frame Assembly, Short 20302151 Access Panel, Short 20302127 Grate 20301124 Large Safety Barrier Assembly 36CSBDL Small Safety Barrier Assemby 36CSBDS...
  • Page 52: Signature Command System

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM 20306750...
  • Page 53 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM Item Description Qty. Designer Natural Designer LP Burner Assy 20302188 20302188 Venturi Gasket 45D0032 Venturi Assy 69D1119 Injector 70D0064 20H3153 Tube, Union to Venturi 20302009 20302009 Fitting Brass - Union 5/16 Compression 37D0713 37D0713 Tube, Elbow to Union...
  • Page 54: Logs

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS LOGS Item Description Qty. Designer LDV Log #1 20302432 Log #2 20302433 Log #3 20302434 Log #4 20302435 Log #5 20302436 BRICK Traditional Brick Herringbone Brick Ref. Description Cottage Red Olde English Vintage Brown End Wall, Traditional 20302517...
  • Page 55 REPLACEMENT PARTS Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENT COMPONENTS 20306750...
  • Page 56 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS VENT COMPONENTS FOR 4" X 6 ⁄ " Current Duravent Duravent Qty./ or VCG or VCG Selkirk Item Box Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Thru-roof Flexible Pipe Termination Kit with fl ex adapter TRFK 24"...
  • Page 57: Venting Components

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING COMPONENTS VENT COMPONENTS FOR 5" X 8" Current Duravent Duravent Qty./ or VCG or VCG Selkirk Metal-Fab Item Box Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Horizontal Termination Cap w/Built-in Vinyl Siding BHR58TK9 Standoff Heat Defl...
  • Page 58 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING COMPONENTS HORIZONTAL VENTING - 4" x 7" Description Model Number Horizontal Vent Termination Kits Rear Vent Hot Touch Termination Kit w/ 10" to 16" 7TBRHTK Adjustable Termination Pipe, Firestop, and Hot Touch Termination w/ Siding Shield Up and Out Side Wall Termination Kit w/ 10"...
  • Page 59 Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING COMPONENTS VERTICAL VENTING - 4" x 7" Description Model Number Vertical Vent Termination Kits Vertical Vent Termination w/ Storm Collar 7TDVSKV (fl ashing NOT included) Vertical Vent Termination w/ Storm Collar - 8 pack 7TDVSKV/8 (fl...
  • Page 60: Massachusetts Residents Only

    Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VENTING COMPONENTS MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS ONLY Please read and follow these special requirements NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS 2. Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Each carbon This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Page 61: Warranty

    This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of mer- chantability of fi tness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Vermont Castings Group does not assume for it any other obligations or liabilities in connection with sale or use of the appliance. It states that do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow exclusion of indirect damage, those limitations of exclusions may not apply to you.
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  • Page 64: Effi Ciencies

    Based on CSA P.4.1-09 EFFICIENCY RATINGS ENERGUIDE RATINGS FIREPLACE EFFICIENCY D.O.E. MODEL PERCENTAGE (AFUE PERCENTAGE) Natural Gas 69.7 67.0 Liquid Propane (LP) 79.4 68.3 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com...

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