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Unvented Gas Log Heater/ Vented Decorative
Appliance Installation and Operating Instructions
Models: PH18 (for use with PH18-R Log Sets)
PH24 (for use with PH24-R or PH30-R Log Sets)
WARNINGS
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
– 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.
• 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 per-
formed by a qualifi ed installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
This is an unvented gas-fi red heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation
air must be provided. Refer to page 6.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for
future reference.
65D2035 8/14 Rev. 9
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- Page 1 Unvented Gas Log Heater/ Vented Decorative Appliance Installation and Operating Instructions Models: PH18 (for use with PH18-R Log Sets) PH24 (for use with PH24-R or PH30-R Log Sets) WARNINGS If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PH Gas Logs CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of an Vermont Castings Group Log Set. 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 fi re hazard and will void the warranty. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
PH Gas Logs IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fi re, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 4: Codes
PH Gas Logs IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance; possibly causing headaches or eye or lung Never connect unit to private (non-utility) irritation. This is a normal and temporary occurrence. gas wells. This gas is commonly known The initial break-in operation should last two to three as wellhead gas. -
Page 5: Product Features
PH Gas Logs PRODUCT FEATURES GAS SPECIFICATIONS IGNITION CONTROLS Min.Input Max. Input Piezo ignitor allows ignition of the pilot without the Model Fuel Control BTU/h BTU/h use of matches or batteries. PH18NM Nat. Manual 18,000 30,000 Manual control has three (3) positions: PH18NV Nat. -
Page 6: Getting Started
PH Gas Logs GETTING STARTED Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any • Handle the gas log burner assembly by parts are missing or damaged, immediately inform the the burner only. Do not pick the unit up dealer from whom you purchased the appliance. Do not by the burners or grate (not attached to attempt to install any part of the appliance unless you frame). -
Page 7: Fireplace And Hearth Dimensions
PH18 25" 13" ⁄ " 17" fully open while (635 mm) (330 mm) (445 mm) (432 mm) the unit is in PH24 29" 13" ⁄ " 17" operation (737 mm) (330 mm) (495 mm) (432 mm) PH30 35"... -
Page 8: Clearances And Height Requirements
PH Gas Logs CLEARANCES HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS The dimensions shown in Figures 3 through 11 and defi ned in the fi replace manufacturer's instructions are minimum clearances to maintain when installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater. When heater is installed into a ventless fi... -
Page 9: Installation Requirements
PH Gas Logs INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 12" 10" 8" 6" 8" or More of Heat Heat Resistant Material Resistant 2 " Material Hood 8" 14 " 18 " 22 " 26" Heater in Hood Fireplace or Figrebox Heater in Fireplace or Firebox FP2923 Figure 5 -... -
Page 10: Floor Clearance
PH Gas Logs FLOOR CLEARANCE The gas log heater may be installed nearer to the fl oor if a The gas log heater must be installed at least 5" above minimum of 14" of noncombustible material such as slate any combustible fl ooring material, such as carpeting or or marble is installed between the base of the fi... -
Page 11: Installation
PH Gas Logs INSTALLATION BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE UNIT: DAMPER STOP INSTALLATION: A damper stop must be provided with the unit. Contact your • Turn OFF the gas supply to the fi replace or fi re- dealer to obtain one. The damper stop must be installed as box. -
Page 12: Assembly Procedure
PH Gas Logs INSTALLATION ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE Use new black iron or steel pipe. Internally 1. Center the gas log unit in the fi replace or fi rebox. tinned copper or copper tubing can be used per National Fuel Code, section 2.6.3, 2. -
Page 13: Check Gas Pressure
PH Gas Logs INSTALLATION CHECK GAS PRESSURE MILLIVOLT CONTROL The heater gas inlet connection is a 3/8" NPT at the valve. Figure 14 All units have the inlet connection on the right side, when The valve regulator controls the burner pressure which you face the unit. -
Page 14: Electrical Wiring - Millivolt
PH Gas Logs ELECTRICAL WIRING - MILLIVOLT Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. ODS Pilot On/Off Switch ODS Pilot Wall Switch Millivolt Valve On/Off Switch Spade Terminal TH = 3 TP = 1... -
Page 15: Optional Remote Receiver
PH Gas Logs ELECTRICAL WIRING - MILLIVOLT CONNECT OPTIONAL REMOTE RECEIVER CHECK SYSTEM OPERATION The millivolt system and individual components may be Follow instructions supplied with the remote. checked with a millivolt meter having a 1-1000 mV range. Connect the wires to the two .25" male connectors Conduct each check shown in chart by connecting meter located on the left side of the valve when facing the test leads to terminals as indicated. -
Page 16: Log Placement
PH Gas Logs LOG PLACEMENT The positioning of the logs are critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and fi rmly positioned in the appliance. Never add additional logs or embellishments such as pine cones, vermiculite or rock wool to the heater. - Page 17 PH Gas Logs LOG PLACEMENT 4. Place Front Log (#4) in between burner and grate so that notched areas fi t between grate supports. Figure 18 Figure 18 LG1086 Front Log #4 Left Top Log #5 Right Top Log #6 5.
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Page 18: Ph24-R
Failure to position the parts in accordance with diagrams below or to use only parts specifi cally approved for this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. Rear Log #1 PLACE PH24-R LOGS 1. Place Rear Log (#1) on rear support. Figure 20 2. Place Left Middle Log (#2) on middle support and burner. - Page 19 PH Gas Logs LOG PLACEMENT 4. P l a c e F r o n t L o g ( # 4 ) i n between burner and grate so that notched areas fi t between grate supports. Figure 22 Figure 22 LG1090 Front Log #4...
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Page 20: Ph30-R
PH Gas Logs LOG PLACEMENT The positioning of the logs are critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and fi rmly positioned in the appliance. Never add additional logs or embellishments such as pine cones, vermiculite or rock wool to the heater. - Page 21 PH Gas Logs LOG PLACEMENT 4. Place Front Log (#4) in between burner and grate so that notched areas fi t between grate supports. Figure 26 LG1094 Figure 26 Front Log #4 Right Top Left Top Log #5 Log #6 5.
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Page 22: Flame Appearance
PH Gas Logs FLAME APPEARANCE Flames from the pilot, front and rear burner should be If the pilot fl ame does not touch the thermocouple, then the main burner cannot function reliably. Refer to Figures visually checked as soon as the heater is installed. In addition, periodically check the fl... -
Page 23: Burner Flame
PH Gas Logs FLAME APPEARANCE In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the The left and right fl ames should be yellow and extend 1" following fl ame appearances should be observed: to 2" above the log top surfaces. The yellow fl ames should not contact the logs. -
Page 24: Operating Instructions
PH Gas Logs CHECKING THE BURNER FLAME OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid any drafts that alter burner fl ame patterns. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fi replace. Do not place a blower inside the burn area of the fi rebox. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter fl... -
Page 25: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
PH Gas Logs OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the unit by hand. -
Page 26: Manual Control Lighting Instructions
PH Gas Logs OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This heater is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. Rotate 4. -
Page 27: Millivolt Control Lighting Instructions
PH Gas Logs OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MILLIVOLT CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information label. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot, refer to instructions for Match Lighting Instructions, Page 28. -
Page 28: Match Lighting Instructions
PH Gas Logs OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS and CLEANING & SERVICING MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). 2. Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releasing the piezo button, light a match and hold the fl... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
PH Gas Logs TROUBLESHOOTING Turn off appliance and allow to cool before cleaning. Only a qualifi ed service person should service and repair the heater. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. Problem Possible Cause Solution When ignitor button is 1. - Page 30 PH Gas Logs TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution 1. Press in control knob fully. ODS/pilot lights, but fl ame 1. Control knob not fully pressed in. goes out when control 2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control knob 2. Control knob not pressed in long knob is released.
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Page 31: Replacement Parts
PH Gas Logs REPLACEMENT PARTS 7 - Millivolt 7 - Manual Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifi cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. 65D2035... -
Page 32: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
PH Gas Logs REPLACEMENT PARTS REPLACEMENT PARTS Ref. Description Qty. PH18NM/NV PH18PM/PV PH24/30NM/NV PH24/30PM/PV Burner 65D1053 65D1054 65D1055 65D1056 Piezo Ignitor 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 Piezo Wire 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 Pilot Tube (not shown) 49D0050 49D0050 49D0050 49D0050 Manual Control... -
Page 33: Logs
PH Gas Logs REPLACEMENT PARTS PH24-R PH18-R PH30-R Ref. Description Qty. PH18-R PH24-R PH30-R Rear Log #1 20303849 20303855 65D2015 Left Middle Log #2 20303850 20303856 65D2017 Right Middle Log #3 20303851 20303857 65D2018 Front Log #4 20303852 20303858 65D2016... -
Page 34: Massachusetts Residents Only
MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS ONLY PH Gas Logs 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 monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above gas fi... -
Page 35: Warranty
This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of merchantability of fi tness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Vermont Castings Group does not assume for it any other obligations or liability in connection with the sale or use of the appliance. In 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. - Page 36 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com...