Combustion Air Kits; Gas Line Connection; Cold Climate Insulation - Superior BC36MH Installation Instructions Manual

Always check local building codes. Instal-
lation of the BFK36 Blower Kit must comply
with local regulations as well as the National
Electric Code.

combustion Air Kits

These appliances are equipped with an outside
(make-up) air door and integral actuator arm and
an outside air kit with a collar, duct and hood
(90L83). The appliance must be installed with
an outside air vent system (Figure 38). These
kits come complete with detailed installation
instructions and all components necessary in
completing a combustion air vent system.
Non-Combustible
Class 0 Or Class 1
6 Inch Air Inlet Duct
Actuator
Arm
Air Inlet Assembly
(Attach To Floor)
Vented Crawl Space
Figure 38
After completing the installation of the com-
bustion air vent system the actuator arm must
be put in service and tested to ensure proper
operation before completing any enclosure
around the firebox. Failure to do so may result
in extensive and costly rework.
Locate the actuator arm along the right side
of the appliance firebox opening and refer
to Figure 39. To operate, push the end of the
actuator to the left as shown in Figure 39, until
it "pops" free of its "locked" position. Pull the
actuator forward to open the combustion air
door, and push it back to close. To "lock" the
combustion air door closed, ensure the actuator
is pushed all the way back then push the end
of the actuators to the right until the step in the
actuator moves behind the appliance front face
within the slotted opening.
Operate the actuator through several cycles
including the "lock position. Ensuring proper
operation and freedom of movement. Return
the actuator arm to the locked position.
Combustion Air
Actuator
"Pop" Actuator to
the Left Before
Initial Use
Pull Forward to Open,
Push Back to Close
Clamp
Securely
Figure 39
At Top And
Bottom

gas line connection

Install a 1/2" gas supply line through fireplace
wall for connection to a decorative gas appliance
inside the firebox. Outside, the gas supply line
connects to a gas shut-off valve recessed flush
into the wall or floor. The valve should be con-
trolled by a removable valve key for safety.
Always plumb gas line installation per local
codes. Check all connections using a gas leak
test solution (also referred to as bubble leak
solution). Note: Using a soapy water solution
(50% dish soap, 50% water) is an effective
leak test solution but it is not recommended,
because the soap residue that is left on the
pipes/fittings can result in corrosion over time.
Never test any gas line connection with a match
or open flame.
This provision is intended for connection to
a decorative gas appliance incorporating an
automatic shut-off device and complying with
the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for
installation in vented fireplaces, ANSI Z21.60
(1991) or American Gas Association draft re-
quirements for Gas-Fired Log Lighters for Wood
Burning Fireplaces, Draft No. 4 dated August,
1993. Install in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. This complies
with the revised U.L. 127 standard.
this fireplace has not been tested
with an unvented gas log set. to
reduce risk of fire or injury, do
not install an unvented gas log
set into this fireplace.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
WARNINg
cAutIoN
When using the decorative gas
appliance, the fireplace damper
must be set in the fully open
position.
cAutIoN
Plumbing connections should
only be performed by a quali-
fied, licensed plumber. Main
gas supply must be off when
plumbing gas line to fireplace
or performing service.
If you're installing a gas line, connect it before the
fireplace is framed and enclosed in the finished
wall. The gas knockout is determined by the
indentation located at the bottom and slightly
off center in the side refractories. thE KNocK-
out Is AlWAys REMoVEd FRoM INsIdE thE
FIREPlAcE. do Not REMoVE thE KNocKout
uNlEss you ARE INstAllINg A gAs lINE.
If removal is attempted from the outer wrap-
per, side refractory damage may occur. With a
medium-sized hammer, lightly tap the surface of
the indentation. The refractory material is very
thin in this area and is easily removed. Once
a small hole has been made, continue tapping
until you have reached sufficient diameter for
the gas line to fit through. The entire knockout
does not have to be removed. Remove insulation
in the gas line channel.
IMPoRtANt
Repack insulation material in
square hole around gas line,
interior and exterior of fireplace,
to seal.

cold clIMAtE INsulAtIoN

If you live in a cold climate, it is especially
important to seal all cracks around the fire-
place and wherever cold air could enter the
room with noncombustible material. Surround
material must be caulked where it meets the
black metal facing of the fireplace to avoid cold
air intrusion. Use noncombustible caulking
material only on fireplace facing to seal. Also,
the outside air inlet duct should be wrapped
with noncombustible insulation to minimize
the formation of condensation. Do not place
insulation materials directly against the chim-
ney sections.
Note: 1" (25 mm) air space must be preserved
for all materials extending for any continuous
length adjacent to the chimney.
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