Napoleon GVF40N Installation And Operation Instructions Manual
Unvented millivolt system natural and propane gas fireplace
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CERTIFIED UNDER AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, ANSI Z21.11.2b, VOLUME II FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity
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 build
ing.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency
This is an unvented gas-fired heater that uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided.
UNVENTED MILLIVOLT SYSTEM
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
UNVENTED GAS FIREPLACE - GVF40
NATURAL GAS MODEL
PROPANE GAS MODEL
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI / CSA METHODS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
of this or any other appliance.
or the gas supplier.
GVF40N
GVF40P
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbour's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
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- Page 1 This is an unvented gas-fired heater that uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. UNVENTED GAS FIREPLACE - GVF40 GVF40N GVF40P FOR YOUR SAFETY of this or any other appliance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE of CONTENTS PG 3-4 INTRODUCTION Warranty General Instructions General Information Care of Glass Doors, Catalytic Tiles & Plated Parts 5-12 INSTALLATION Combustion and Ventilation Air Provisions Determining Confined or Unconfined Space Gas Installation Framing Dimensions Peninsula Installation Procedure Open End Installation Procedure See-Thru Installation Procedure Island Installation Procedure 13-15... -
Page 3: Warranty
NAPOLEON gas fireplaces are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Assurance Certificate. NAPOLEON products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained craftsmen who take great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fired at a quality test station. The complete fireplace is test-fired and thoroughly inspected by a qualified technician before packaging to ensure that you, the customer, receives the quality product that you expect from NAPOLEON NAPOLEON GAS FIREPLACE PRESIDENT'S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY... -
Page 4: General Instructions
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to re- gion and it is important to know the specifics that apply to your area, for example: in Massachusetts State: •... -
Page 5: Installation
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR PROVISIONS This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless pro- visions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air. In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insu- lation or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure be 'finished', (i.e. -
Page 6: Gas Installation
H E I G H T L E N G T H Room Volume = Length x Width x Height Max BTU/hr = Room Volume x 1000 ÷ 50 EXAMPLE 1 In this example, because there is no door to the adjoining room, the volume of the adjoining room may be added to the volume of the room with the heater to get a total unconfined space. - Page 7 4-SIDED FIGURES 4 a-d SEE-THRU OPEN-END PENINSULA W415-0319 / D / 08.03.05...
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Page 8: Peninsula Installation Procedure
PENINSULA INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FRAMING Note: In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insula- tion or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure be “finished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as you would finish any other outside wall of a home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within the cavity. - Page 9 BRICK PANEL INSTALLATION Install the base panels as illustrated in steps 1-4 . The side panel sits under the bracket tab panel in position, bend down the tab to secure. [DETAIL 5.] RETAINER DETAIL 5 Combustible materials may be installed flush with the front Holding the side of the fireplace but must not cover any of the black face- areas of the fireplace.
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Page 10: Open End Installation Procedure
OPEN-END INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FRAMING Note: In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insula- tion or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure be “finished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as you would finish any other outside wall of a home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within the cavity. - Page 11 SEE-THROUGH INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FRAMING Note: In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insula- tion or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure be “finished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as you would finish any other outside wall of a home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within the cavity.
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Page 12: Island Installation Procedure
ISLAND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FRAMING Note: In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insula- tion or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure be “finished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as you would finish any other outside wall of a home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within the cavity. -
Page 13: Finishing
LOG PLACEMENT PHAZER logs, glowing and charcoal embers, exclusive to Napoleon fireplaces, provide a unique and realistic glow- ing effect that is different in every installation. Take the time to carefully position the embers for a maximum glowing effect. Figures 21 A - H. -
Page 14: Glowing Embers
GLOWING EMBERS Tear the embers into small pieces and place on the ported area of the burner. Care should be taken to shred the embers into thin, small irregular pieces as only the ex- posed edges of the fibre hairs will glow. The ember mate- rial will only glow when exposed to direct flame;... - Page 15 LOWER LOUVRE BRACKETS & HINGE SCREEN Using 6 screws, attach the lower louvre brackets and hinge screen as illustrated. Be sure to install the louvre brack- ets over the hinge screen. GVFL INSTALLATION TO INSTALL THE UP- HOOD PER LOUVRES: Insert the upper louvres into BRACKET the slots on both brack-...
- Page 16 GVF103-KT - PATENTED CATALYTIC DOOR INSTALLATION Notes: Ornamental insets can not be used in conjunction with the catalytic door When using a catalytic door, glassed doors must be used on all other side or end openings. This unique patented catalytic system was designed to provide unparalleled safety and peace of mind.
- Page 17 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION THIS BLOWER IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THE 4 SIDED INSTALLATION. INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED IN- STALLER and must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current ANSI/NFPA 70 in the United States.
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Page 18: Operation / Maintenance
OPERATION / MAINTENANCE If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide fresh air. If heater keeps shutting off, have it serv- iced. Keep burner and control compartment clean. When lit for the first time, the fireplace will emit a slight odour for a few hours. -
Page 19: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE FIREPLACE. CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servic- ing. This heater should be inspected and serviced before use and at least annually by a qualified service person. -
Page 20: Replacements
Contact your dealer for questions concerning prices and availability of replacement parts. Normally all parts can be ordered through your Napoleon dealer or distributor. FOR WARRANTY WARRANTY WARRANTY REPL WARRANTY REPLA A A A A CEMENT REPL REPL CEMENT CEMENT P P P P P AR CEMENT ARTS WARRANTY... - Page 21 W415-0319 / D / 08.03.05...
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Page 22: Trouble Shooting Guide
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM PROBLEM Main burner goes Pilot flame is not large out; pilot stays on. enough or not engulfing the thermopile Thermopile shorting Remote wall switch wire is too long; too much resist- ance in the system. Faulty thermostat or switch. Main burner goes Insufficient air supply out;... - Page 23 SYMPTOM PROBLEM Pilot goes Gas piping is undersized. while standing; Main burner is in 'OFF' position. Flames are con- Unit is over-fired or under- sistently too large fired. small. Carboning occurs. Carbon is being Air shutter has become deposited on logs blocked combustion Flame is impinging on the...
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