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Heatilator RBV4236IH Owner's Manual

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Models:
RBV4236IH
RBV4236IT
RBV4842IH
RBV4842IT
B-Vent Gas Appliance
• Important operating and
maintenance instructions
included.
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re 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
supplier'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.
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed
by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies
suggests NFI certifi ed or factory-trained
professionals, or technicians supervised
by an NFI certifi ed professional.
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Read, understand and follow
•
these instructions for safe
installation and operation.
Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07
Owner's Manual
Leave this manual with
•
party responsible for
use and operation.
WARNING
HOT! DO NOT TOUCH.
SEVERE BURNS MAY RESULT.
CLOTHING IGNITION MAY RESULT.
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation and cool down.
•
Keep children away.
•
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
•
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
•
Do NOT operate with protective barriers removed or
door open.
•
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
combustibles away.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
•
installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter.
•
a CO detector shall be installed in the room where the appliance is
installed.
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.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated
on the rating plate.
Installation and Operation
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  • Page 1 Models: RBV4236IH RBV4236IT RBV4842IH RBV4842IT B-Vent Gas Appliance • Important operating and maintenance instructions included. WARNING If the information in these instruc- tions is not followed exactly, a fi re 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.
  • Page 2 Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator gas appliance—an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning appliances. The Heatilator gas appliance you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and effi...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifi cation ......4 B. Glass Specifi cations ......4 C.

  • Page 4: Listing And Code Approvals

    Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifi cation MODELS: RBV4236/RBV4842 Series LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) TYPE: B-Vent Gas Appliance STANDARD: ANSI Z21.50b-2005/CSA 2.22b-2005 This product is listed to ANSI standards for “Vented Gas Fireplaces” and “Gas Fired Appliances for Use at High Al- titudes”.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations Heatilator B-vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of the building, and combustion air pulled from the room. CAUTION Check building codes prior to installation. •...

  • Page 6: Negative Pressure

    B. Negative Pressure WARNING Asphyxiation Risk • Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. • Fire needs to draft properly for safe operation. Draft is the pressure difference needed to vent fi replaces successfully. Considerations for successful draft include: •...

  • Page 7: Tools And Supplies Needed

    C. Tools and Supplies Needed Before beginning the installation be sure that the following tools and building supplies are available. Reciprocating saw Framing material Pliers Hi temp caulking material Hammer Gloves Phillips screwdriver Framing square Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.) Plumb line Safety glasses Level...

  • Page 8: Framing And Clearances

    Framing and Clearances Note: • Illustrations refl ect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. • Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference. A. Select Appliance Location When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls (See Figure 3.1).

  • Page 9: Construct The Appliance Chase

    B. Construct the Appliance Chase A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the gas appliance and/or its vent system. Vertical vents that run on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to be, installed inside a chase.

  • Page 10: Clearances

    C. Clearances Note: If the inside of the framed cavity is to be fi nished, the framing dimensions must include the fi nished surface. If drywall is to be attached to the rear wall, the depth must be measured from the drywall surface.

  • Page 11: Mantel Projections

    D. Mantel Projections 6-1/2 Figure 3.3 Clearances to Mantels or Other Combustibles Above Appliance Top of Appliance Mantel Leg or Perpendicular Wall 1 in. (25mm) min. to perpendicular wall 3-1/2 in. (89 mm) min. from fireplace opening to perpendicular wall Figure 3.4 Clearances to Combustible Mantel Legs or Wall Projec- tions (acceptable on both sides of opening)

  • Page 12: Termination Locations

    Termination Locations A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances Figure 4.1 specifi es minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs. WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials.

  • Page 13: Vent Information And Diagrams

    Vent Information and Diagrams A. Vent Guidelines WARNING Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk This appliance requires the specifi ed pipe for operation. • Incorrect pipe may cause spillage, condensation and overheating. These models require the following size B-Vent double wall vent pipe. Model RBV4236 Series RBV4842 Series...
  • Page 14 Vent supports are per vent manufacturer’s specifications. Maximum horizontal run is 50% of vertical. Horizontal run cannot be more than 30 ft. (9.14 m). Figure 5.2 Maximum Horizontal Run WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk Insulation and other combustibles must not infringe on clearances.

  • Page 15: Vent Clearances And Framing

    Vent Clearances and Framing A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. • National building codes recommend using attic shield to keep loose materials/ insulation from contacting vent.

  • Page 16: Appliance Preparation

    Appliance Preparation CAUTION Sharp Edges • Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. A. Installing Outside Air Kit WARNING Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials.

  • Page 17: Gas And Electrical Connections

    CAUTION Risk of Smoke Spillage Outside air inlet must be located to prevent blockage from: • Leaves • Snow/ice • Other debris Blockage may cause combustion air starvation. Close Open Figure 7.3 Outside Air Kit Handle Location • Push handle down to open the outside air door (see Figure 7.3).

  • Page 18: Installing Vent Pipe

    Installing Vent Pipe A. Assemble Vent Sections This B-Vent appliance requires 6 in. B-vent double-wall pipe. Follow the pipe manufacturer’s installation guidelines when installing the appliance. This will ensure proper operation and prevent safety hazards. WARNING Fire Risk Exhaust Fumes Risk Impaired Performance of Appliance.

  • Page 19: Gas Information

    Gas Information A. Fuel Conversion Before making gas connections ensure appliance being in- stalled is compatible with the available gas type. Any natural or propane gas conversions necessary to meet the appliance and locality needs must be made by a quali- fi...

  • Page 20: High Altitude Installations

    • A small amount of air will be in the gas supply lines. When fi rst lighting appliance it will take a short time for air to purge from lines. When purging is complete the appliance will light and operate normally. WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk...

  • Page 21: Electrical Information

    Electrical Information A. Recommendation for Wire This appliance requires 110-120 VAC to be wired to the junc- tion box for use of optional accessories and for proper op- eration of the appliance. B. Connecting to the Appliance • This appliance may be used with a wall switch, wall mounted thermostat and/or a remote control.

  • Page 22: Intellifi Re Ignition System Wiring

    C. Intellifi re Ignition System Wiring This appliance requires a 110 VAC supply to the appliance junction box for operation. A wiring diagram is shown in Fig- ure 10.2. This appliance is equipped with an Intellifi re control valve which operates on a 3 volt system. This appliance is supplied with a battery pack and a 3 volt AC transformer, which requires the installation of the sup- plied junction box.

  • Page 23: Junction Box Installation

    D. Junction Box Installation • Remove the junction box assembly from the valve compartment. • If the box is being wired from the OUTSIDE of the appliance; Loosen two screws on the Romex connector, feed the necessary length of wire through the connector and tighten the screws.

  • Page 24: Finishing

    11 11 Finishing A. Mantel Projections Figure 11.1 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the appliance. 13-3/4 12-1/4 11-1/2 10-3/4 9-1/4 8-1/2 6-1/2 Measured from top of hood (in inches) Figure 11.1 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance.

  • Page 25: Appliance Setup

    Appliance Setup A. Remove the Shipping Materials Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. B. Clean the Appliance Clean/vacuum any sawdust that may have accumulated in- side the fi rebox or underneath in the control cavity. C. Accessories Install approved accessories (refer to Section 16) per in- structions included with accessories.

  • Page 26: Lava Rock, Vermiculite, Rockwool Placement

    E. Lava Rock, Vermiculite, Rockwool Placement WARNING Explosion Risk • Follow rockwool placement instructions in this manual. • Do NOT place rockwool directly over burner ports. • Replace rockwool material annually. Improperly placed rockwool interferes with proper burner operation. Placing the Lava Rock and Vermiculite •...

  • Page 27: Log Removal/Replacement

    F. Log Removal/Replacement The log set should look similar to that in Figure 12.8. Figure 12.8 Reveal Log Set • Brush the lava rock away from the hearth refractory as shown in Figure 12.9. Figure 12.9 Clear Lava Rock • Remove/open the hearth refractory as shown in Figures 12.10 and 12.11.

  • Page 28: Glass Doors

    G. Glass Doors WARNING Handle glass with care. • Inspect the gasket to ensure it is undamaged. • Inspect the glass for cracks, chips or scratches. • Do NOT strike, slam or scratch glass. • Do NOT operate appliance with glass assembly removed, cracked, broken or scratched.

  • Page 29: Air Shutter Setting

    I. Air Shutter Setting • The logs and burner must be removed to access the air shutter. Refer to Section 12.F. • Remove the two screws attaching the front burner support to the fi rebox bottom. See Figure 12.16. Figure 12.16 Remove Screws Attaching Front Burner Support •...

  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions A. Before Operating This Appliance Have a qualifi ed technician: • Remove all shipping materials from inside and/or underneath the fi rebox. • Review proper placement of logs, rockwool, lava rock and vermiculite. • Check the wiring. • Check the air shutter adjustment.

  • Page 31: Check Appliance Draft

    B. Check Appliance Draft Check draft of appliance to verify proper venting conditions. • Close all windows and doors, turn on all exhaust fans in home. • Appliance is to be completely assembled to normal operating condition. • Turn on appliance and allow to operate for at least 10 minutes.

  • Page 32: Lighting The Appliance

    D. Lighting the Appliance Intellifi re Ignition FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot.

  • Page 33: After The Appliance Is Lit

    E. After the Appliance is Lit Initial Break-in Procedure When you light the appliance, you may notice that it pro- duces heat which does have an associated odor or smell. If you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second burn up to 12 hours to fully drive off any odor from paint and lubricants used in the manufacturing process.

  • Page 34: 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 service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken.

  • Page 35: Corrective Actions

    Symptom Possible Causes Pilot sparks, but pilot will Correct gas supply. not light. Ignitor gap is too large. Module is not grounded. Module voltage output/ valve/pilot solenoid ohms readings. Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Corrective Actions Verify that incoming gas line ball valve is “open”.

  • Page 36: Maintaining And Servicing The Appliance

    Maintaining and Servicing the Appliance Although the frequency of appliance servicing and maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, a qualifi ed service technician should perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of each heating season. WARNING Risk of injury or property damage Before servicing: •...

  • Page 37: Maintenance Tasks

    Maintenance and Service Tasks: Inspect Doors, surrounds and fronts Gasket seal, glass assembly and glass Valve compartment and fi rebox top Logs Firebox Burner ignition and operation Venting Remote controls Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary. Recommend addition of screen if one is not present.

  • Page 38: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Sec- tion 3. (210 mm) Ouside 3-1/4 in. (457 mm) (83 mm) 6-1/2 in. (165 mm) 7-1/2 in. (191 mm) 8-3/4 in.
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  • Page 40: Service Parts List

    B. Service Parts List Service Parts Exploded Parts Diagram 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV (Air Handle) Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 2 - Outside Air Assembly (duct sold separately)
  • Page 41 29575 4048-161 4048-024 4048-025 4048-137 4048-138 4048-136 4044-128 4048-014 4040-094 14333B 28746 4021-297 4048-210 71680 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active RBV4236IH RBV4842IT RBV4842IH 31581 31581 31581 21878 21878 21878 4044-009 4044-009 4044-009 12010B 12010B 12010B 19954B 19954B...

  • Page 42: Service Parts

    RBV4236 & RBV4842 Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Exploded Parts Diagram Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07...
  • Page 43 4021-086 4048-132 593-500 593-590A 593-592 593-593A 34937 9010 4018-018 4018-019 582-831 4021-383 593-594A DCKN-RBV DCKP-RBV Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active RBV4236IH RBV4842IT RBV4842IH 4048-014 4048-014 4048-014 15696B 15696B 15696B 15697 15697 15697 17069 17069 17069 17439A 17439A...
  • Page 44 Service Parts Exploded Parts Diagram 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active...
  • Page 45 (parts listed in bold italics are critical parts) RBV4236IT 4048-196 11847 4048-200 4048-206 4048-208 4048-027 4048-029 4048-184 4048-185 4048-186 4048-187 4048-188 4048-189 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active RBV4236IH RBV4842IT RBV4842IH 4048-198 4048-197 4048-199 11847 11847 11847 4048-200 4048-201 4048-201 4048-202 4048-207 4048-203 4048-208 4048-204...

  • Page 46: Optional Components

    C. Optional Components ID4 Insulated Duct 42 in. (1067 mm) UD4 Uninsulated Duct 42 in. (1067 mm) DCKP-RBV NG to LP Gas Conversion Kit DCKN-RBV LP to NG Gas Conversion Kit 4 in. (102 mm) 4 in. (102 mm) DM1036, DM1036B, DM1036S DM1042, DM1042B, DM1042S Bifold Doors DF361B...

  • Page 47: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    D. Limited Lifetime Warranty HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for HEATILATOR® gas appliances installed in the United States of America or Canada (the "Appliance"). Dealers and employees of HHT have no authority to make any warranty or authorize any remedies in addition to or inconsistent with the terms of this warranty.

  • Page 48: Contact Information

    E. Contact Information Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Heatilator dealer, please visit www.heatilator.com. • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included.

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