Alpine Serrano SE42 – NG Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
POSITIVE PRESSURE GAS FIREPLACE
MODEL : SE42 – NG Natural Gas
SE42 – LP Propane
These gas appliances have been tested in accordance
with National Safety Standards, and have been certified
by Intertek for installation & operation as described in
these Installation and Operating Instructions in the
United States.
Check with your local building code agency before you
begin your installation to ensure compliance with local
codes, including the need for "permits" and follow-up
inspections. If any problems are encountered regarding
code approvals, or if you need clarification of any of the
instructions contained here, contact:
ALPINE GAS FIREPLACES
#801-768-8411 / www.alpinefireplaces. com
WARNING:
instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion
may
damage , personal injury or loss of life.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
INSTALLER:
HOMEOWNER:
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Alpine Gas Fireplaces
782 West State Street
Lehi, Utah 84043
7/04
SERRANO
If the information in these
result
causing
property
PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE CUSTOMER
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.
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST
BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED
INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
Tested by:
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Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions
“permits” and follow-up inspections. If any problems are encountered regarding code approvals, or if you need clarification of any of the instructions contained here, contact: ALPINE GAS FIREPLACES #801-768-8411 / www.alpinefireplaces. com WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: WARNING: If the information in these Do not try to light any appliance. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS LOG AND EMBER INSTALLATION GENERAL INFORMATION Log Installation…………………22/23 Rating Plate........2 Ember Placement…………………..23 Before Starting........3 GLASS AND LOUVER INSTALLATION General Safety Information ....3 Glass Trim Installation…..………...24 System Specifications ......4 Louver Installation………………...24 Derating the Burner………………….4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Locating the Fireplace ...... -
Page 3: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Model SE42-LP Model SE42-NG Alpine SE42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 4: Before Starting
GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1) The appliance installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with The SE-36 Direct Vent Fireplace must be installed in the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI accordance with these instructions. -
Page 5: System Specifications
GENRAL INFORMATION/INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS LOCATING THE FIREPLACE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Burner Inlet Orifice Sizes: 1) When selecting a location for your Gas Fireplace, ensure that the clearances outlined in this manual are (2500 TO 6500 feet altitude ) adhered to strictly. Natural Gas: #40 Propane: #52 2) Ensure that the Positive Pressure Blower will be accessible for post-installation maintenance. -
Page 6: Gas Line Installation
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS LINE INSTALLATION NOTE: If the appliance is to be installed on carpeting, vinyl tiling, or any other combustible material other IMPORTANT: Gas piping should be installed only by than wood flooring, the appliance must be installed on trained and qualified technicians. -
Page 7: Framing And Finishing
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FRAMING Center the fireplace in the framing and anchor the fireplace, using the nailing A rough framed opening of 37 1/2” wide by 33 1/2” high strips provided, to the framing. will be required for installation. The minimum depth is 21”. -
Page 8: Venting
VENTING VENTING PLANNING SIMPSON DURAVENT The Alpine SE-36 uses Simpson Duravent Co Axial VENTING COMPONENTS LIST venting systems. The inner tube vents products of combustion away from the appliance, while the outer tube (4”x6 5/8”) draws outside air into the combustion chamber. This is a closed system and uses no air from the interior of the home Stock # Description... -
Page 9: Vent Termination Clearances
VENTING VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES Alpine SE42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 10: Horizontal /Vertical Components
VENTING SIMPSON DURAVENT VENTING Horizontal or Vertical Terminations The Simpson Dura Vent System offers a complete line of component parts for both horizontal and vertical installations. Read installation instructions included within the termination cap box. The following is a list of components required for a basic The following is a list of components required for a basic horizontal termination installation. -
Page 11: Vertical Venting
VENTING Vertical Venting Maximum Vertical Height 37 FT. Minimum Vertical Height 4 FT. Up to eight (8) 45 Degree elbows may be used NOTE: A vent restrictor must be installed in the fireplace if the vertical height is more than 12 feet. Only Simpson Duravent GS Piping (4”... - Page 12 VENTING Piping Clearances Vertical Pipe 1 1/2” to Combustibles Horizontal Pipe 2” To Combustibles—Top 1” To Combustibles—Sides 1/2” To Combustibles—Bottom Venting With Four (4) 90 Degree Elbows V (min) H (max) V1 (min) H1 (max) V2 (min) 1 FT 3 FT 5 FT 3 FT 3 FT...
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Page 14: Horizontal Venting
VENTING Horizontal Venting With Three (3) 90 Degree Elbows V (min) H (max) H + H1 (max) 1 FT 3 FT 6 FT 2 FT 4 FT 8 FT 3 FT 6 FT 12 FT 4 FT 8 FT 16 FT 5 FT 16 FT 16 FT... - Page 15 VENTING Horizontal Venting With Two (2) 90 Degree Elbows V (min) H + H1 (max) 3 FT 8 FT 4 FT 10 FT 5 FT 12 FT NOTE: Horizontal Piping Must Maintain A 1/4” Rise Per Foot. Piping Clearances Vertical Pipe 1 1/2”...
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Page 16: Horizontal Installation
VENTING VENTING – HORIZONTAL Install the vent system according to the instructions included in the venting kit received with the fireplace. 1. With the unit in the desired location, check to determine if wall studs or roof rafters will obstruct the venting system Mill-pac when attached. -
Page 17: Vertical Installation
VENTING VERTICAL TERMINATION Maintain the 1-1/2” clearances to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafters, or other nearby combustible surfaces. See the diagrams on page 11 of this manual for the maximum vertical rise of the venting and the maximum horizontal offset limitations. - Page 18 VENTING Vent Height P lu m b e r s T a p e W a ll S tr a p 4 5 d e g r e e Roof Pitch Minimum Vent Height E lb o w Above Roof Line Flat to 9/12 2’...
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Page 19: Flex Venting
FLEX VENTING There are spacers Provided to maintain the orientation between the INSTALLING FLEX VENT two liners. The spacers need to be utilized at the beginning and the end of a 90° transition and also at 12” intervals during the horizontal Flex vent may be used in a number of basic installations to simplify the run of the flex vent. -
Page 20: Installation
POSITIVE PRESSURE SYSTEM POSITIVE PRESSURE SYSTEM The Alpine SE-36 is equipped with a highly efficient 1 4 " x 1 4 " x 1 4 " positive pressure heating system. This system provides F lu s h F a n outside air for heating. -
Page 21: Positive Pressure
POSITIVE PRESSURE SYSTEM If the appliance is to be installed into existing construction, or if there is no possibility of mounting the blower within the chase enclosure, the blower housing must be extended outside the house (see figures 23 and 24) or into a ventilated attic . -
Page 22: Wiring
WIRING INSTALLING ELECTRICAL CONTROLS NOTE: Proper grounding must be maintained on the AND WIRING appliance and on the blower assembly. A 110 volt power supply is required to operate the appliance blower. The appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the NOTE: Do not allow any wiring to rest against the absence of local codes with the current National appliance as fire danger may result. -
Page 23: Millivolt System
WIRING/LOG INSTALLATION When installing the low voltage wiring. It is essential that LOG INSTALLATION the wires be marked so as to never have 110 volt /24 volt Carefully remove logs from their packaging . You will power attached to them. If power is attached to the control notice that your Alpine Gas Fireplace logs are extremely valve, damage will certainly occur. -
Page 24: Ember Placement
LOG INSTALLATION Locate the right top twig (42-6) and place its large end, flat side down onto the pad of the right side log. Next place the notch at the end of the log against the inside of the second from the right grate iron. -
Page 25: Glass And Louver Installation
GLASS AND LOUVER INSTALLATION Fasten the bottom louver with the screws provided. Anchor the hinges to the mounting tabs at the bottom of the fire- place. The mounting holes are provided for simple installa- tion. ( see fig.41) Fig. 39 – Installing The Glass Trim The glass trim hangs on the top rail and rests on the sealing surface of the fireplace. -
Page 26: Remote Control/Thermostat
AERATION ADJUSTMENT/REMOTE CONTROL & THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL (Optional) An Alpine Remote Control Kit (08501) may be installed on this fireplace. The remote control kit comes with a hand held transmitter, a receiver, a wall mounting plate, and a wall mounted transmitter cradle. The remote control is thermostatically controlled so you can set the fireplace to the desired room temperature, and have that temperature Venturi... -
Page 27: Operation Instruction Plate
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; If not, follow the current ANSI Z223.1 WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. -
Page 28: First Fire
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1) Use the wall switch, thermostat or remote control to turn 1) The first fire in your fireplace will help cure the painted off the main burner. surfaces. To ensure that the paint is properly cured, it is 2) Turn the main gas control clockwise to the “OFF”... -
Page 29: Glass Panel/Replacement
SERVICE INFORMATION GLASS GASKET LOG REPLACEMENT The fireplace must never be operated if the logs are broken If the glass gasket needs to be replaced, contact your local or damaged. To replace the logs follow the steps below. dealer for the correct replacement part. Never attempt to 1) Turn off the gas supply and allow the fireplace to cool use any gasket, other than the correct replacement gasket completely before servicing. -
Page 30: Removing/Installing The Valve
SERVICE INFORMATION REMOVING VALVE INSTALLING VALVE 1)Mount valve to valve holder 1)Open the bottom valve door 2)Place valve / valve holder back into 2)Shut off the gas supply position 3)Disconnect the inlet gas line (3/4” 3)Secure valve with 2 square nuts wrench) 4)Connect main burner gas tube (use 4)Disconnect the 2 TP wires from the... -
Page 31: Replacement Parts List
PARTS LIST REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 07623 Log Set (8 Logs) 04023 Fan Adapter 07655 Embers 04004 Flush Fan Box 05149 Glass Clips 04005 Extended Fan Box 07840 Glass Gasket 04006 Inline Fan Box 06145 Glass 30-1/8” x 19” 08261 Programmable Thermostat 04081 Door Spring Hook 08260... -
Page 32: Troubleshooting Guide Gas Control System
SERVICE INFORMATION NOTE: Before troubleshooting the gas control system, be sure the external gas shut off is in the “ON” position. WARNING: TO PREVENT INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, REMOVE THE GLASS PANEL FROM THE APPLIANCE BEFORE DOING ANY WORK ON THE GAS CONTROL SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN GAS BUILD-UP AND EXPLOSION. -
Page 33: Positive Pressure System
SERVICE INFORMATION NOTE: Before troubleshooting the Positive Pressure system, be sure the power to the appliance is on. POSITIVE PRESSURE SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POTENTIAL CORRECTIVE ACTION • Blower will not Blower controller is in the Turn blower controller to variable position operate “OFF”... -
Page 34: Warranty
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY COVERAGE - This Limited Warrranty is issued by Alpine Gas Fireplaces, a division of Alpine Supply Company ("Alpine"), and extends only to the original consumer purchaser. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.