Vermont Castings SR18SHK Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Vented gas log sets - standard hearth kits

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Installation and Operating
Instructions for
Vented Gas Log Sets -
Standard Hearth Kits
Models: SR18SHK, SR24SHK, SR30SHK
Decorative Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable 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 fire department.
Please record your gas log's model number
for future reference here:
NOTE: This model # can be found on the box
or the label attached to the back of the burner
pan.
When used without fresh air, this unit may give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous gas. You
must make adequate provision for accessibility and for combustion and ventilation of fresh air supply.
DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH
WARNING
WARNING
CFM Specialty Home Products
410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7777
www.majesticproducts.com • www.vermontcastings.co
L I S T E D B Y
LISTING NO. 1254
ATTENTION
Installation, service and repair of this appli-
ance must be performed by a qualified in-
staller, service agency, company or gas
supplier experienced with this type of gas
appliance.
Installer:
Read this instructions completely and carefully
prior to beginning installation. After installation,
leave these instructions with the owner.
Owner:
Read these instructions and follow the warnings.
Save this manual for future reference.
Check local codes before installing this log set. In
some areas of the country, gas log sets are
restricted.
The installation and the provisions for combustion
and ventilation air must conform with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
3311956 12/04 Rev. 5

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  • Page 1 Instructions for Vented Gas Log Sets - Standard Hearth Kits Models: SR18SHK, SR24SHK, SR30SHK Decorative Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplace If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 2: Installation Precautions

    Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Read these directions thoroughly before installation. For assistance or additional information, consult your gas log dealer, qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier. WARNING Do not use this appliance or any part that has been under water.
  • Page 3: Pre-Installation Checklist

    Pre-Installation Checklist Are you burning Natural Gas? If you have Propane Gas, you need to purchase a factory authorized safety pilot kit (see below). Is the gas supply inlet pressure correct? NG: Min. 5.5” w.c./Max. 14.0” w.c. Does the firebox meet the minimum size dimensions below? Is your fireplace plumbed with gas on the right side (facing) of the fireplace? If not, see Page 4.
  • Page 4: Tools Required

    8” adjustable crescent wrench; pipe thread sealant compound or teflon tape; 12” pipe wrench or chan- nel lock pliers. Gas Plumbed on Left Hand Side of Fireplace NOTE: Your gas log set is assembled at the factory to be installed in a fireplace plumbed with the gas on the right side (facing).
  • Page 5 The Damper Stop provided keeps your damper from accidentally closing during operation of your set. This Damper Stop must be installed onto your Damper at all times. NOTE: The damper clamp is designed to hold the damper plate open 3 inches. However, the damper must be fully open when the log set is in operation.
  • Page 6: Connection To Gas Supply

    1. Place the burner pan in the fireplace. The burner pan should be located several inches form the back wall, centered from left to right. NOTE: This is for burner connection purposes only. Exact burner placement will be covered on page 8, after all connections have been made.
  • Page 7: Grate And Log Placement

    Grate and Log Placement 1. Place the grate over the burner pan so the front legs of the grate are parallel to the front edge of the pan. (Fig. 7) 2. Place the larger bottom logs onto the grate, leaving as much space between them as possible.
  • Page 8 18” Standard Split Log Set LG333 24” Standard Split Log Set 30” Standard Split Log Set 18” Standard Combination Log Set 24” Standard Combination Log Set 30” Standard Combination Log Set LG334 LG335 LG336 LG337 LG338 3311956...
  • Page 9: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these directions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. • Do not try to light any appliance • Do not touch any electrical switch, do not use any phone in your building •...
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Log Set is Smoking / Sooting Excessively It is natural and unavoidable for vented gas log sets to produce moderate levels of carbon (soot) where flame contacts the logs. The logs can be cleaned using a soft-bristle brush. However, if soot is pro- duced where there is no flame impingement, one of the following may be the cause: Fireplace venting system not drafting properly: Make sure the damper is wide open at all times.
  • Page 11 CFM Specialty Home Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. SR18/24/30SHK Vented Gas Logs - Standard Hearth Kit 3311956 2g (2) 6e (2) 6f (2) 9e (2)
  • Page 12 Optional Cast Fettel CFM Specialty Home Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. SR18/24/30SHK Vented Gas Logs - Standard Hearth Kit (continued) Ref. Description 1. 18” Standard Round Log Set 1a.
  • Page 13 SR18/24/30SHK Vented Gas Logs - Standard Hearth Kit (continued) Ref. Description 5b. 18”/24”/30” Cross Log 5c. 24” Split Right Front 5d. 24” Split Left Front 5e. Top Log #3 (2 per set) 5f. Top Log (2 per set) 6. 30” Standard Split Log Set 6a.
  • Page 14 3311956...
  • Page 15 LIMITED 2/20 YEAR WARRANTY For VERMONT CASTINGS Decorative Gas Appliances CFM Specialty Home Products extends the warranties specified in paragraphs A and B below with respect to its Vermont Castings Decorative Gas Appliances (the “Gas Appliance”), including CFM Specialty Home Products supplied accessories and components referred to in those paragraphs, subject to the following conditions and limita- tions:...
  • Page 16 CFM Specialty Home Products 410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7777 www.majesticproducts.com • www.vermontcastings.co...

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