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Heatilator Gas Fireplace GDST3831I Owner's Manual

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Models:
GDST3831I
• Important operating
a n d m a i n t e n a n c e
instructions included.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other fl am-
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 suppli-
er'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.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and must be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and the manufactured home construction and safety standard,
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard for Installation in Mobile
Homes, CAN/CSA Z240MH, in Canada.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated
on the rating plate.
NOTICE
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
• Read, understand and follow
these instructions for safe
installation and operation.
Heatilator • GDST3831I • 2127-900 Rev. F • 10/08
Owner's Manual
• Leave this manual with
party responsible for use
and operation.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other fl ammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable
materials away.
This appliance has been supplied with an integral barrier
to prevent direct contact with the fi xed glass panel. DO
NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed.
Contact your dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies if the
barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be
performed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter.
See Table of Contents for location of additional Commonwealth
of Massachusetts requirements.
Installation and service of this appliance should be
performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies suggests NFI certifi ed or factory trained
professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI
certifi ed professional.
Installation and Operation
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  • Page 1 Models: GDST3831I • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included. WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.

  • Page 2: Congratulations

    Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. A. Congratulations Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator gas fi replace, an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning fi replaces. The Heatilator gas fi replace you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and effi...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. •...
  • Page 4 12 Electrical Information A. Wiring Requirements ......43 B. Intellifi re Ignition System Wiring ....43 C.

  • Page 5: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    B. Limited Lifetime Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies (“HHT”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized HHT dealer and installed in the United States of America or Canada. Warranty starts with date of purchase by the original owner (End User) except as noted for replacement parts.
  • Page 6 B. Limited Lifetime Warranty (continued) • This limited warranty does not extend to or include surface fi nish on the appliance or terminations, door gasketing, glass gasketing, glass discoloration, fi rebrick, pellet logs, kaowool or other ceramic insulating materials. Rust and/or corrosion on any of the metal surfaces, cast iron components, baffl...

  • Page 7: Listing And Code Approvals

    Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifi cation MODELS: GDST3831I LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) TYPE: Direct Vent Gas Appliance Heater STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88-2007 • CSA 2.33a-2007 This product is listed to ANSI standards for “Vented Gas Appliance Heaters” and applicable sections of “Gas Burn- ing Heating Appliances for Manufactured Homes and Recreational Vehicles”, and “Gas Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes”.

  • Page 8: Requirements For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    Note: The following requirements reference various Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this document. H. Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7)

  • Page 9: User Guide

    Operating Instructions A. Gas Fireplace Safety WARNING HOT SURFACES! Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down. Hot glass will cause burns. • DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled • NEVER allow children to touch glass •...

  • Page 10: Fan Kit (Optional)

    C. Fan Kit (optional) If desired, a fan kit may be added. Contact your dealer to order the correct fan kit. D. Clear Space WARNING! DO NOT place combustible objects in front of the fi replace or block louvers. High temperatures may start a fi...

  • Page 11: Lighting Instructions (Ipi)

    I. Lighting Instructions (IPI) The IPI system may be operated with two D-cell batteries. When using batteries, unplug the transformer. To prolong battery life, remove them when using the transformer. FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

  • Page 12: After Fireplace Is Lit

    J. After Fireplace is Lit Initial Break-in Procedure • The fireplace should be run three to four hours continuously on high. • Turn the fi replace off and allow it to completely cool. • Remove fi xed glass assembly. See Section 14.G. •...

  • Page 13: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance and Service Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fi replace. When properly maintained, your fi replace will give you many years of trouble-free service. We recommend an- nual service by a qualifi ed service technician. A.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Tasks-Qualifi Ed Service Technician

    Venting Frequency: Seasonally By: Homeowner Tools needed: Protective gloves and safety glasses. • Inspect venting and termination cap for blockage or obstruction such plants, bird nests, leaves, snow, debris, etc. • Verify termination cap clearance to subsequent construc- tion (building additions, decks, fences, or sheds). See Section 6.
  • Page 15 Burner Ignition and Operation Frequency: Annually By: Qualifi ed Service Technician Tools needed: Protective gloves, vacuum cleaner, whisk broom, fl ashlight, voltmeter, indexed drill bit set, and a manometer. • Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or igniter. •...

  • Page 16: Installer Guide

    Getting Started A. Typical Appliance System NOTICE: Illustrations and photos refl ect typical installations and are for design purposes only. Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. Actual product may vary from pictures in manual HORIZONTAL TERMINATION CAP (SECTION 8.A) FRAMING/HEADER (SECTION 5.B) Figure 4.1 Typical System Installer Guide...

  • Page 17: Design And Installation Considerations

    B. Design and Installation Considerations Heatilator direct vent gas appliances are designed to op- erate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. No additional outside air source is required. Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.

  • Page 18: Framing And Clearances

    Framing and Clearances A. Selecting Appliance Location When selecting a location for the appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls (see Figure 5.1). WARNING! Risk of Fire or Burns! Provide adequate clearance around air openings and for service access. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be locat- ed out of traffi...

  • Page 19: Constructing The Appliance Chase

    B. Constructing the Appliance Chase A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose the gas appliance and/or its vent system. In cooler climates the vent should enclosed inside the chase. NOTICE: Treatment of ceiling fi restops and wall shield fi...

  • Page 20: Mantel And Wall Projections

    D. Mantel and Wall Projections WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances as specifi ed. Framing or fi nishing material closer than the minimums listed must be constructed entirely of noncom- bustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc). Note: All measurements in inches.

  • Page 21: Termination Locations

    Termination Locations A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances WARNING Fire Risk. Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. • DO NOT pack air space with insulation or other materials. Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe may cause overheating and fi re. 2 FT.
  • Page 22 = VENT TERMINAL = 12 inches...clearances above grade, veranda, (See Note 1) porch, deck or balcony = 12 inches...clearances to window or door that may be opened, or to perma- nently closed window. (Glass) = 18 inches...vertical clearance to unventilated soffi...

  • Page 23: Continue Adding Vent Components

    B. Continue Adding Vent Components WARNING! Risk of Fire! Installation of this appliance may require the use of heat shield 385-290 above the fi rst 90º elbow in the venting system. To Install the Heat Shield: 1. Determine if the heat shield is required. Do so by measuring the vertical distance between the top horizontal surface of the elbow to any combustible surface above.

  • Page 24: Vent Information And Diagrams

    Vent Information and Diagrams A. Approved Pipe This appliance is approved for use with Hearth & Home Technologies a SLP venting system. Refer to Section 16B for vent component information. DO NOT mix pipe, fi ttings or joining methods from differ- ent manufacturers.

  • Page 25: Use Of Flex Vent

    E. Use of Flex Vent The fl ex vent must be supported with the spacing between TERMINATION CAP support intervals not exceeding 4 feet, with no more than 3 in. CLEARANCE 1/2 inch sag between supports. A support is required at each change in venting direction, and in any location where it is necessary to maintain the necessary clearance to combustibles.

  • Page 26: Vent Diagrams

    F. Vent Diagrams General Rules: • SUBTRACT 3 ft. from the total H measurement for each 90° elbow installed horizontally. • SUBTRACT 1-1/2 ft. from the total H measurement for each 45° elbow installed horizontally. • A maximum of three 90° elbows (or six 45° elbows) may be used in any vent confi...
  • Page 27 1. Top Vent - Horizontal Termination - (continued) Two Elbows WARNING** Fire Risk. • When using SLP-HRC-SS and SLP-HRC-ZC-SS termination caps on top vented fi replaces, a one foot minimum vertical vent section is required before installing fi rst elbow •...
  • Page 28 1. Top Vent - Horizontal Termination - (continued) Three Elbows Note: There MUST be a 25% reduction in total H when using fl ex vent except when using the simple up and out installation (see Figure 7.3). WARNING** Fire Risk. •...
  • Page 29 2. Top Vent - Vertical Termination No Elbow Note: Use SLP Series components only. Note: If installing a vertical vent/termination off the top of the appliance, the exhaust restrictor may be needed. = 3 ft. Min. (914 mm) = 50 ft. Max (15 m) Figure 7.7 Exhaust restrictors are recommended for these verti- cally terminated products which have excessive draft.
  • Page 30 Two Elbows Figure 7.9 Three Elbows INSTALLED HORIZONTALLY Figure 7.10 Minimum H Maximum 90 Elbow 1-1/2 ft. 1/2 ft. 152 mm 2 ft. 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 3 ft. 2-1/2 ft. 762 mm 5 ft. 3-1/2 ft. 1.1 m 7 ft. 4-1/2 ft.

  • Page 31: Vent Clearances And Framing

    Vent Clearances and Framing A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles WARNING! Risk of Fire! Maintain air space clearance to vent. DO NOT pack insulation or other combustibles: • Between ceiling fi restops • Between wall shield fi restops • Around vent system Failure to keep insulation or other material away from vent pipe may cause over heating and fi...

  • Page 32: Install The Ceiling Firestop

    C. Install the Ceiling Firestop A ceiling fi restop MUST be used between fl oors and attics. • Frame opening 9 in. x 9 in. (229 mm x 229 mm) whenever the vent penetrates a ceiling/ fl oor (see Figure 6.3). •...

  • Page 33: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    D. Install Attic Insulation Shield WARNING! Fire Risk. DO NOT allow loose materials or insulation to touch vent. Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. requires the use of an attic shield. The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 and NFPA 54 requires an attic shield constructed of 26 gauge minimum metal that extends at least 2 in.

  • Page 34: Appliance Preparation

    Appliance Preparation A. Securing and Leveling the Appliance WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with: • Sagging or loose insulation • Insulation backing or plastic • Framing and other combustible materials Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown- in insulation.

  • Page 35: Installing Vent Pipe

    Installing Vent Pipe A. Assemble Vent Sections To attach the fi rst vent component to the starting collars of the appliance: • Lock the vent components into place by sliding the pipe section onto the collar. • Align the seam of the pipe and seam of collar to allow engagement.

  • Page 36: Assemble Slip Sections

    B. Assemble Slip Sections • Slide the inner fl ue of the slip section into the inner fl ue of the pipe section and the outer fl ue of the slip section over the outer fl ue of the pipe section. See Figure 10.3. •...

  • Page 37: Disassemble Vent Sections

    D. Disassemble Vent Sections • Rotate either section (see Figure 10.7) so the seams on both pipe sections are aligned as shown in Figure 10.8. • Pull carefully to separate the pieces of pipe. Figure 10.7 Rotate Seams for Disassembly Figure 10.8 Align and Disassemble Vent Sections E.

  • Page 38: Installing Metal Roof Flashing

    F. Installing Metal Roof Flashing Note: Skip this section if using the RF4-8. • See minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs (Figure 10.11) to determine the length of pipe to extend through the roof. • Slide the roof fl ashing over the pipe sections extending through the roof as shown in Figure 10.12.

  • Page 39: Install Rf4-8

    H. Install RF4-8 The RF4-8 may be used in place of the roof fl ashing and storm collar (Sections 10.E. and 10.H.) Pipe must be supported within 12 inches of the roofl ine us- ing plumbers strapping or an SLP-FS when using the RF4- 8 Flashing.

  • Page 40: Installing Vertical Termination Cap

    I. Installing Vertical Termination Cap • Attach the vertical termination cap by sliding the inner collar of the cap into the inner fl ue of the pipe section while placing the outer collar of the cap over the outer fl ue of the pipe section. •...

  • Page 41: Install Horizontal Termination Cap

    L. Install Horizontal Termination Cap WARNING! Risk of Fire! The telescoping fl ue section of the termination cap MUST be used when connecting vent. • 1-1/2 (38 mm) minimum overlap of fl ue telescoping section is required. Failure to maintain overlap may cause overheating and fi...

  • Page 42: Gas Information

    11 11 Gas Information A. Fuel Conversion • Make sure the appliance is compatible with available gas types. • Conversions must be made by a qualified service technician using Hearth & Home Technologies specifi ed and approved parts. B. Gas Pressure •...

  • Page 43: Electrical Information

    Electrical Information A. Wiring Requirements NOTICE: This appliance must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code CSA C22.1. •...
  • Page 44 BATTERY PACK Figure 12.1 Intellifi re Ignition Wiring Diagram with Wall Switch or Thermostat NOTE: 1. Ignition module, valve, pilot, and wall switch operate on 3 volts. 120 VAC is required at junction box unless equipped with battery back-up. BATTERY PACK PLUG IN Figure 12.2 Intellifi...

  • Page 45: Junction Box Installation

    E. Junction Box Installation The junction box must be wired from the INSIDE of the appliance: • Determine which side of the appliance the junction box is located on. • Pull the electrical wires from outside the appliance through the knockout making sure to use a Romex connector to fasten the electrical wires to the unit.

  • Page 46: Finishing

    Finishing A. Mantel and Wall Projections WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances as specifi ed. Framing closer than the minimums list- ed must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materi- als (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.) Failure to comply could cause fi...

  • Page 47: Splatter Guard

    C. Splatter Guard The splatter guard is a piece of corrugated material used to protect the appliance during the installation process before fi nishing work on the whole hearth is complete. Splatter guards must be removed before appliance is fi red. WARNING Risk of Fire •...
  • Page 48 Step 5. Fold bottom fl ap along score line as indicated in Figure 13.10 and tuck into valve access area of appli- ance. Splatter guard should fi t securely on front of unit. Figure 13.10 Folding Bottom Flap Figure 13.11 Prepare to Open Lower Access Panel Step 6.

  • Page 49: Appliance Setup

    Appliance Setup A. Remove Fixed Glass Assembly See Section 14G. B. Remove the Shipping Materials Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. C. Clean the Appliance Clean/vacuum any sawdust that may have accumulated inside the fi rebox or underneath in the control cavity. D.

  • Page 50: Install The Log Assembly

    F. Install the Log Assembly STEP 1. CAUTION! Logs are fragile! fi replace. See Figure 2. Remove the Mystic Embers and mineral wool and set aside. Remove the packaging from the logs and inspect the logs for damage. To ensure that you are working on the correct side of the appliance, verify that the pilot is on the left side.
  • Page 51 STEP 4. Log #3 (SRV2126-702): with the cutout on Log #2. Rest the bottom of Log #3 in the notch on the ledge on the back side of the basepan. STEP 5. Log #3 (SRV2126-702): tom of the log rests in the notch on the ledge on the front side of the basepan. Then place the top of Log #3 on top of Log #1 so that the fl...

  • Page 52: Fixed Glass Assembly

    G. Fixed Glass Assembly Removing Fixed Glass Assembly WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation! Handle fi xed glass assembly with care. Inspect the gasket to ensure it is undamaged and inspect the glass for cracks, chips or scratches. • DO NOT strike, slam or scratch glass. •...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your gas appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualifi ed technician in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken. This troubleshooting guide can only be used by a qualifi ed technician. Contact your dealer to arrange a service call by a qualifi...
  • Page 54 Intellifi re Ignition System - (continued) Symptom a. A shorted or loose connection in fl ame 4. Pilot lights but contin- sensing rod. ues to spark, and main burner will not ignite. (If the pilot continues to spark after the b.

  • Page 55: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Section 5. LEFT VIEW Location Figure 16.1 See-Through Dimensions FRONT VIEW Inches Millimeters Location 31-1/8 37-5/8 30-1/4 2-1/8 4-1/8 Heatilator •...

  • Page 56: Vent Components Diagrams

    B. Vent Components Diagrams 6-1/2 in. 165 mm 8-3/4 in. 222 mm 6-5/8 in. 168 mm SLP45 45° Elbow Effective Height/ Length SLP-PIPE SLP-HVS Horizontal Pipe Roof Flashing Support Figure 16.2 SLP Series Vent Components 6 in. 152 mm Effective Height/Length Pipe inches SLP4...
  • Page 57 B. Vent Components Diagrams (continued) SLP-DCF-BK SLP-TVHW SLP-CCS-BK SLK-SNKD Ceiling Firestop Vertical Cathedral Ceiling Snorkel Black Termination Cap Support Box-Black Termination Cap SLP-TRAP1 SLP-TRAP2 PVK-80 Horizontal Horizontal (For use with IPI and DSI appliances only.) Termination Cap Termination Cap SLP-WT-BK DVP-2SL SL-2DVP Wall Thimble-Black...
  • Page 58 • When using DVP-TB1 termination cap on top vented 8-1/8 in. (206 mm) 15 in. (381 mm) Figure 16.4 SLP Series Vent Components WARNING Fire Risk. • When using SLP-HRC-SS and SLP-HRC-ZC- SS termination caps on top vented fi replaces, a one foot minimum vertical vent section is required before installing fi...

  • Page 59: Service Parts

    GDST3831I C. Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: April 2008 Service Parts Diagram Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Log Set Assembly Part number list on following page. Heatilator • GDST3831I • 2127-900 Rev. F • 10/08...
  • Page 60 C. Service Parts List IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. ITEM DESCRIPTION Log Set Assembly Log 1 Log 2...
  • Page 61 C. Service Parts Valve Assembly Diagram/ Parts List Intermittent Pilot Ignition Valve Assembly IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. ITEM DESCRIPTION Battery Pack...

  • Page 62: Contact Information

    D. Contact Information Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns. ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included. This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4593510, 4686807, 4766876, 4793322, 4811534, 5000162, 5016609, 5076254, 5113843, 5191877, 5218953, 5263471, 5328356, 5341794, 5347983, 5429495, 5452708, 5542407, 5601073, 5613487, 5647340, 5688568, 5762062, 5775408, 5890485, 5931661, 5941237, 5947112, 5996575, 6006743, 6019099, 6048195, 6053165, 6145502, 6170481, 6237588,...

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