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KSTDV Series Direct Vent
Gas Fireplace
Model: KSTDV500
Installation and operating
Instructions
warnInG
IF The InForMaTIon In TheSe InSTrucTIonS IS
noT FolloweD exacTly, a FIre or exploSIon
May reSulT cauSInG properTy DaMaGe,
perSonal Injury or loSS oF lIFe.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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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.
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Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
warnInG: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, services or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information consult
a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*,
permanently located, manufactured home (uSa
only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by
local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless a
certified kit is used.
* aftermarket: completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
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warnInG
Due To hIGh TeMperaTureS, The applIance
ShoulD Be locaTeD ouT oF TraFFIc anD
away FroM FurnITure anD DraperIeS.
chIlDren anD aDulTS ShoulD Be alerTeD
To The haZarDS oF hIGh SurFace
TeMperaTure anD ShoulD STay away To
aVoID BurnS or cloThInG IGnITIon.
younG chIlDren ShoulD Be SuperVISeD
when They are In The SaMe rooM aS The
applIance.
cloThInG or oTher FlaMMaBle MaTerIal
ShoulD noT Be placeD on or near The
applIance.
Keep The rooM area clear anD Free
FroM coMBuSTIBle MaTerIalS, GaSolIne,
anD oTher FlaMMaBle VaporS anD
lIquIDS.
InSTaller: leave this manual with the appliance.
conSuMer: retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
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- Page 1 KSTDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Model: KSTDV500 Installation and operating Instructions warnInG IF The InForMaTIon In TheSe InSTrucTIonS 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 flammable...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of an Vermont castings Group Fireplace. pleaSe reaD The InSTallaTIon anD operaTIon InSTrucTIonS BeFore uSInG The applIance! IMporTanT: read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMporTanT SaFeTy InForMaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace InSTaller owner Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •... -
Page 4: Code Approval
IMporTanT SaFeTy InForMaTIon & coDe approVal KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 14. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, card- IMporTanT: board, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type pleaSe reaD The FollowInG indicated on rating plate. careFully 15. -
Page 5: Product Features
Min. Front diction. Model Fuel all Burners all Burners Burners In Canada, please consult provincial and/or local authori- only ties having jurisdiction for installations at elevations KSTDV500 Nat. 56,000 37,000 30,000 above 4,500 feet (1,370 m). KSTDV500 56,000 44,000 27,000... -
Page 6: Fireplace & Framing Dimensions
FIreplace & FraMInG DIMenSIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 25” Rough (635 mm) Opening Depth 11 ” (292 mm) 23” (584 mm) 1/2” or 5/8” Recessed Nailing Flange 50” (1270 mm) Rough Opening Width Rough Opening 4 ” (108 mm) Height 44 ”... -
Page 7: Pre-Installation Information
pre-InSTallaTIon InForMaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreBox FraMInG BeFore you STarT Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all is set in place. Construct firebox framing following Figure instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping 2 for your specific installation requirements. -
Page 8: Fireplace Location
pre-InSTallaTIon InForMaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreplace locaTIon • Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes Vent pipe routing. See Venting section found in this determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent con- manual for allowable venting configurations. figuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and •... -
Page 9: Clearances
clearanceS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace clearanceS To coMBuSTIBleS Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire 12” hazard. The appliance cannot be installed on a Noncombustible 6” Material to Top of 16”... -
Page 10: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing
Secure FIreplace To Floor or FraMInG KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6 . Use four (4) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing. -
Page 11: Venting Installation
KSTDV vent clearances required along horizontal length until flue pipe Installation of any component part not manufactured or penetrates outside wall. approved by Vermont Castings Group • Installation other than permitted by these instructions. ** A minimum 1" clearance to combustibles... -
Page 12: Installation Planning
VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace InSTallaTIon plannInG never run the vent pipe down. This may There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: cause excessive temperatures which could • Horizontal Termination cause a fire. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for You may use a chase with a vent termination with exposed the type of termination you choose. -
Page 13: Vertical/Horizontal Termination Locations
3. Vermont Castings Group assumes no responsibility for the only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a improper performance of the appliance when the venting minimum 2 sides beneath the floor: system does not meet these requirements. -
Page 14: How To Use The Vent Graph
VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - Balcony - with no side wall with perpendicular side wall... -
Page 15: Vertical Sidewall Installation
VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VerTIcal SIDewall InSTallaTIon noTe: Sealant is not required to assemble fireplace venting. Do not use silicone sealant at the inner flue exhaust connections. Step 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. It may be necessary to first position the fireplace and measure to obtain hole lo- cation. -
Page 16: Vertical/Horizontal Termination Configurations
VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 36" VerTIcal/horIZonTal TerMInaTIon (914mm) conFIGuraTIonS Max. 20" Since it is very important that the venting system main- (508mm) tain its balance between the combustion air intake and 24" the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent con- (610 mm) figurations apply and must be strictly adhered to. -
Page 17: Below Grade Installation
VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace • 2. Remove soil to a depth of approximately 16" below base For each 45° elbow installed in the horizontal run, the of snorkel. Install drain pipe. Install window well (not length of the horizontal run MUST be reduced by 18" supplied). -
Page 18: Vertical Through-The-Roof Applications
VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace • Do not back fill around snorkel. • a clearance of at least 4" must be maintained between the snorkel and 40' (12 m) Maximum Height 12' (3.7 m) Minimum Height the soil. VerTIcal ThrouGh-The-rooF applIca- TIonS a restrictor disc must be installed on vertical terminations that are higher than... -
Page 19: Installation For Vertical Termination
VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Example: Elbow 1 = 90° For optimal flame appearance, a restrictor disk is necessary on straight vertical runs of 10' of more. Elbow 2 = 45° Elbow 3 = 45° • Runs may not incorporate elbows. Elbow 4 = 90°... - Page 20 VenTInG InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the " hole. " noTe: If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions, you must support the vent pipe every three (3) feet. Use wall straps for this purpose.
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Page 21: Fireplace Installation
FIreplace InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace checK GaS Type Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. 100 gal. (min) See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper Propane/LP External fireplace according to your gas type. -
Page 22: Install Gas Supply Line
FIreplace InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess seal- only persons licensed to work with gas ant in pipe could result in clogged burner system valves. piping may make the necessary gas We recommend that you install a sediment trap/drip leg connections to this appliance. -
Page 23: Check Gas Pressure
checK GaS preSSure and elecTrIcal InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Pressure Inlet 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STop! Do not install the appliance. -
Page 24: Electrical Installation
elecTrIcal InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace juncTIon Box wIrInG coMManD cenTer wall InSTallaTIon 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire The command center may be mounted on the wall with the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with mini- the use of the SCSWEK Kit (15ft. -
Page 25: Signature Command Wiring Diagram
elecTrIcal InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Light 300 Watt A/C Module To Outlet Pilot Optional Blower 300 Watt Rear Burner Solenoid 300 Watt Max RF Receiver A/C Module ON/OFF Button Control Board Black / Thermopile Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion NG/LP Ignitor / Sparker Plug-in Connector Control Board to Command Center noTe: Wall switch wires must OFF/LO ON/HI be connected together if a wall Master Switch switch is not being used. -
Page 26: Optional Fan Blower System
opTIonal Fan Blower SySTeM KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace electrical Grounding Instructions: This electrical connections should only be appliance is equipped with a three-prong performed by a qualified licensed electrician. (grounding) plug for your protection against Main power supply must be turned off before shock hazard and should be plugged directly connecting the fan to the main electrical into a properly grounded three-prong... -
Page 27: Final Installation
GlaSS reMoVal KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace GlaSS FraMe reMoVal 1. Remove the plate located in front of the glass at the bottom. Bulb Socket 2. Remove rod provided for screen assembly located beneath the cover plate. 3. Rotate the access doors on the right and left side of the glass toward the glass. -
Page 28: Rock Wool Placement
FInal InSTallaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Wall Brick Light Box Cover Figure 36 - Install Brick Floor Brick FP2592 Hearth Brick rocK wool placeMenT Place rock wool evenly in dime-sized pieces over front and rear burner both in front and behind rear grate. For the middle burner, place the rock wool only on the carry- FP2592 over areas between the flames. -
Page 29: Log Placement
loG placeMenT KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Log #1 loG placeMenT 1. From the back side of the unit (with the controls on your left) and holding log #1 in your left hand with the widest end of the log away from you, place the log over the pilot, making sure to locate notches in log over the first tine from left on the near side and the first two tines from the left on the... - Page 30 loG placeMenT KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 4. Holding log #4 in your left hand with the beveled end down, place the log on the key of log #1 closest to you. Make sure to locate the notch at the beveled end of the log over the third tine from the left.
- Page 31 loG placeMenT KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 7. Hold log #6 in your left hand with the narrow cut end of the “Y” toward you and pointing up. Place the log on the key on the top of log #2 with the bottom of the log rest- ing securely on top of the second tine from the left creating a “V”...
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Page 32: Operating Instructions
operaTInG InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace For your SaFeTy reaD BeFore lIGhTInG If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie. a. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. -
Page 33: Operating Instructions
operaTInG InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace operaTInG InSTrucTIonS 1. STop! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3. With five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STop! Follow "B"... -
Page 34: Signature Command System Operation Instructions
SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM operaTIon InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FeaTureS To Thermopile RF Receiver command center ON/OFF To Sensor • Easy Access Function Operation and System Configura- To Sparker tion • NG/LP Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications Conversion (LED/Buzzer) • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation To Command Center •... - Page 35 SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM operaTIon InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace SySTeM conFIGuraTIon/SeTup noTe: By disabling this feature, your fireplace may con- tinue to operate unattended. All System configuration/setup is done on the Command Center. 2. When the master switch is in the ON position (“-”), press- ing the ON button and the OFF button on the Command noTe: When using On/Off wall switch, the switch must be Center simultaneously will toggle between enabling and...
- Page 36 SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM operaTIon InSTrucTIonS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FuncTIonS/operaTIon (with command 2. Press the OFF button to decrease flame height. The first center) two presses will decrease the flame height to medium and low. Turning on the fireplace 3. The third press on OFF will turn off the main burner. In 1.
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Page 37: Touch Screen Remote Transmitter Operation
Touch Screen reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Due to the sensitive temperature monitoring components in the transmitter, it is necessary to allow the transmitter to stabilize to room tem- perature before accurate room temperatures are displayed. If the transmitter is activated from a severe cold condition, allow 15 minutes for accurate temperature readings to appear on the lcD display. - Page 38 Touch Screen reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Setting privacy code on Transmitter: Master Switch Figure 48 The remote transmitter privacy code is preset in facto- ry. In the event of activation or interference from other nearby transmissions, change the code using the following procedures (learn function must be performed after changing the code):...
- Page 39 Touch Screen reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace THERMO, LIGHT, FAN, AUX) are pressed and flashing. b. Use the OFF/down buttons to decrease the Set Time to zero Or 1. Press the ON/up button to turn c. Slide down on the arrow on the fireplace.
- Page 40 Touch Screen reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace remember this setting and the blower is still off (see will automatically adjust the flame height according to the blower On Delay and Off Delay in the next section). difference between the Set temperature and the Room temperature.
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Page 41: Safety Features
Touch Screen reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace 4. After the signal is sent, the On/up and Off/down but- n Safety Features tons become flame height controller again. 1. Low Battery Detection 5. When the light button is flashing, slide up and down on When low battery condition occurs, the transmitter will the arrow buttons will turn the light brightness to HIGH turn off the fireplace. - Page 42 Touch Screen reMoTe conTrol operaTIon KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace n using the Mounting Base The transmitter comes with a mounting base which allows you to hang the transmitter on the wall. 1. Secure the mounting base on the wall with supplied screws.
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Page 43: Cleaning And Maintenance
cleanInG anD MaInTenance KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended that a qualified service Sensor technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season Thermopile Burner, pIloT anD conTrol coMparT- MenT Keep the control compartment, logs, and burner areas surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year. -
Page 44: Vent System
cleanInG anD MaInTenance KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace loGS VenT SySTeM Leave logs installed in the fireplace for cleaning. Vacuum The fireplace and venting system should be inspected surface of the logs with a brush attachment. If logs must be before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field removed for cleaning, handle carefully by holding gently at service person. -
Page 45: Troubleshooting
TrouBleShooTInG KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM ACTION OPERATION FAULT DIAGNOSIS Using Battery polarity wrong? Re-install batteries battery? Make sure Command Install batteries and/or Battery voltage low? Change batteries Center and plug in the AC board No beep in about the control 8 seconds board are... -
Page 46: Replacement Parts
KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreBox coMponenTS anD acceSSorIeS Item Description qty. KSTDV500 Bulb (100 Watt) 73D0020 Bulb Socket 73D4521 Glass Frame Assembly 73D0159 Junction Box Assembly (not shown) 26D2128 Light Lens 73D4057K Access Doors 73D3258 Front Cover 73D4524... -
Page 47: Signature Command System
replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace SIGnaTure coMManD SySTeM 29, 30 730024 KHLDV SG parts 12/08 73D4125... - Page 48 KST500SSDK SCS Blower Kit (1 blower) BLOTKSTSC SCS Wall Extension Kit SCSWEK (15' Wire, Rough-in Box, Wall Cover) Fuel conversion Kits - Signature command System natural Gas to lp KSTDV500 Kit #KHL500CKPS lp to natural Gas KSTDV500 Kit #KHL500CKNS 73D4125...
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Page 49: Logs
KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace loGS Item Description qty. KSTDV500 Log #1 73D4090 Log #2 73D4091 734126 Log #3 73D4092 DVKST log parts Log #4 73D4093 Log #5 73D4094 Log #6 73D4095 Log #7 73D4096 Log #8 73D4097 73D4125... -
Page 50: Accessories
replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace acceSSorIeS Standard Herringbone herringbone cottage cottage Tavern Vintage ref. Description qty. clay Brown Brown english Brick, Wall Eng. Side 73D4127 73D4132 73D4149 Brick, Wall Air Side 73D4128 73D4133 73D4150 734126 Brick, Floor 73D4129 73D4134 73D4151 DVKST brick parts Brick, Front, Left... -
Page 51: Vent Components
replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenT coMponenTS 730024 KHLDV vent parts 73D4125... - Page 52 replaceMenT parTS KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace VenT coMponenTS For 5" 8" current Duravent Duravent or Vermont or Vermont qty./ castings Group castings Group Selkirk Metal-Fab Item Box Description part no. part no. part no. part no. Horizontal Termination Cap Built-In Vinyl Siding Standoff, KHLBHS58TK Heat Deflector, Firestop, 90°...
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Page 54: Massachusetts Residents Only
KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace requirements for the commonwealth of of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust Massachusetts vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or appliance or equipment. -
Page 55: Warranty
This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of merchantability of fitness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Vermont Castings Group does not assume for it any other obligations or liabilities in connection with sale or use of the appliance. It states that do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow exclusion of indirect damage, those limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. -
Page 56: Efficiencies
KSTDV Series Gas Fireplace efficiency ratings Model enerGuide ratings D.o.e. Fireplace efficiency (%) (aFue%) KSTDV500NTSC 77.30 67.40 KSTDV500PTSC 74.30 66.35 Vermont castings Group 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com 73D4125...