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Napoleon GDS26N Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Napoleon GDS26N Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS ALONE WITH THE APPLIANCE
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: ANSI Z21.50 • CSA 2.22 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACES.
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI/CSA METHODS.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING
!
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI/CSA METHODS.
If the information in these instructions
are not followed exactly, a fi re or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable
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
neighbour'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 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
certifi ed kit is used.
Phone (705)721-1212 • Fax (705)722-6031 • www.napoleonfi replaces.com • ask@napoleonproducts.com
$10.00
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 0G8 Canada /
103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030
INSTALLATION AND
GDS26N

NATURAL GAS

GDS26P
WARNING
!
PROPANE
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE
BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL
COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO
TOUCH GLASS.
1.28C
W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12
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  • Page 1: Natural Gas

    NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS. Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 0G8 Canada / 103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030 Phone (705)721-1212 • Fax (705)722-6031 • www.napoleonfi replaces.com • ask@napoleonproducts.com $10.00...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION DIMENSIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION RATING PLATE INFORMATION VENTING VENTING LENGTHS AND COMPONENTS TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATION SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS 3.3.1 PERISCOPE TERMINATION 3.3.2 CORNER TERMINATION MINIMUM AIR TERMINAL LOCATION CLEARANCES VENTING APPLICATION FLOW CHART DEFINITIONS ELBOW VENT LENGTH VALUES TOP EXIT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION...

  • Page 3: Installation Overview

    1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Top vent, see “REAR VENT CONVERSION” section. Venting, see “VENTING” section. Door, see “GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL” section. Blower, see “OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION” section. Rating Plate, see “RATING PLATE INFORMATION” section. W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    2.0 INTRODUCTION WARNING • THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED. • ANY CHANGES TO THIS APPLIANCE OR IT’S CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIBITED. • Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate appliance according to operating instructions could cause fi...

  • Page 5: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS ” 7” DIA. 4” DIA. ” ” 37” LINE ACCESS ELECTRICAL ” ACCESS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT, WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED. PROVIDE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE FOR SERVICING AND OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.

  • Page 6: General Information

    The installation must conform with local codes or, in absence of local codes, the National Gas and Propane We suggest that our gas Installation Code CSA B149.1 in Canada, or the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 in the United hearth products be installed States.

  • Page 7: Rating Plate Information

    ET LE PLAFOND 12” PIEDS ET 40 PIEDS RESPECTIVEMENT. COTES DE L'EVENT 1" WOLF STEEL LTD. SERIAL NUMBER / NO. DESERIE W385-0373 / G 24 NAPOLEON ROAD, BARRIE, ON, L4M 0G8 CANADA , ON, L4M GDS26 W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12...

  • Page 8: Venting

    3.0 VENTING WARNING RISK OF FIRE, MAINTAIN SPECIFIED AIR SPACE CLEARANCES TO VENT PIPE AND APPLIANCE. IF VENTING IS INCLUDED WITH SPACERS THE VENT SYSTEM MUST BE SUPPORTED EVERY 3 FEET FOR BOTH VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL RUNS. USE SUPPORTS OR EQUIVALENT NON-COMBUSTIBLE STRAPPING TO MAINTAIN THE REQUIRED CLEARANCE FROM COMBUSTIBLES.

  • Page 9: Typical Vent Installation

    For optimum fl ame appearance and appliance operation, keep the vent length and number of elbows to a minimum. It is recommended that all horizontal runs have a minimum 1/4” rise per foot. The air terminal must remain unobstructed at all times. Examine the air terminal at least once a year to verify that it is unobstructed and undamaged.
  • Page 10 16" MINIMUM 40 FT MAXIMUM 3 FT MINIMUM 20" MAXIMUM 29 1/8" 29 1/8" MINIMUM PLUS RISE* * See "VENTING" section W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12...

  • Page 11: Special Vent Installations

    SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS 3.3.1 PERISCOPE TERMINATION Use the periscope kit to locate the air termination above grade. The periscope must be installed so that when fi nal grading is completed, the bottom air slot is located a minimum 12” above grade. The maximum allowable vent length is 10’...

  • Page 12: Minimum Air Terminal Location Clearances

    MINIMUM AIR TERMINAL LOCATION CLEARANCES COVERED BALCONY APPLICATIONS = 3 feet = 2 x ACTUAL INSTALLATIONS feet CANADA U.S.A. 12” 12” Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony. 12” Δ 9” Δ Clearance to windows or doors that open. 12”...

  • Page 13: Venting Application Flow Chart

    VENTING APPLICATION FLOW CHART TOP EXIT Horizontal Termination Vertical Termination Vertical rise is equal Vertical rise is equal Vertical rise is less Vertical rise is less to or greater than to or greater than than horizontal run than horizontal run the horizontal run the horizontal run Horizontal run +...

  • Page 14: Elbow Vent Length Values

    ELBOW VENT LENGTH VALUES FEET INCHES 1° 0.03 15° 0.45 30° 11.0 45° 1.35 16.0 90°* 32.0 * The fi rst 90° offset has a zero value and is shown in the formula as - 90° 15.1 TOP EXIT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION ) <...
  • Page 15 ) > (V Simple venting configuration (only one 90° elbow) See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H 147” REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN INCHES V 57” 19 1/2” 2’ 19.5’ 12.5’ HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V...

  • Page 16: Rear Exit Horizontal Termination

    REAR EXIT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION ) < (V Simple venting configuration See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required (only two 90° elbows) horizontal run H 38.3 REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V 12.5 17.5 HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and H For vent configurations requiring more than two 90°...
  • Page 17 ) > (V Simple venting configuration See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the (only two 90° elbows) required horizontal run H REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN INCHES V 12.5 17.5 19.25 HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and H...

  • Page 18: Top Or Rear Exit Vertical Termination

    3.10 TOP OR REAR EXIT VERTICAL TERMINATION ) < (V See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the Simple venting configurations. required horizontal run H REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and H...
  • Page 19 ) > (V See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the Simple venting configurations. required horizontal run H REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and H For vent configurations requiring more than two 90°...
  • Page 20 Example: = 1.5 FT = 5 FT = 1.5 + 1 + 5 = 6.5 FT = 1 FT = 1 FT = 10.75 FT = 1 + 1 + 10.75 = 12.75 FT = .03 (four 90° elbows + one 45° elbow - 90°) 90°...

  • Page 21: Vertical Through Existing Chimney

    3.11 VERTICAL THROUGH EXISTING CHIMNEY WARNING RISK OF FIRE! CO-AXIAL TO CO-LINEAR VENTING CONFIGURATIONS MUST ONLY BE USED IN A NON- COMBUSTIBLE CHIMNEY OR ENCLOSURE. INSTALLATION IN A COMBUSTIBLE ENCLOSURE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. This appliance is designed to be attached to a 3” co-linear aluminum fl ex vent system running the full length of a masonry chimney.

  • Page 22: Rear Vent Conversion

    3.12 REAR VENT CONVERSION In order to convert the venting confi guration from a top exit to a rear exit, remove components as illustrated: When reinstalling in the alternate position: Check gaskets for tears, replace if necessary to ensure a proper seal.

  • Page 23: Installation

    4.0 INSTALLATION WARNING FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE, FOLLOW THE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. ALL INNER EXHAUST AND OUTER INTAKE VENT PIPE JOINTS MAY BE SEALED USING EITHER RED RTV HIGH TEMP SILICONE SEALANT W573-0002 (NOT SUPPLIED) OR BLACK HIGH TEMP MILL PAC W573-0007 (NOT SUPPLIED) WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE APPLIANCE EXHAUST FLUE COLLAR WHICH MUST BE SEALED USING MILL PAC.

  • Page 24: Horizontal Installation

    4.1.1 HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION WARNING THE FIRESTOP ASSEMBLY MUST BE INSTALLED WITH THE VENT SHIELD TO THE TOP. TERMINALS MUST NOT BE RECESSED INTO A WALL OR SIDING MORE THAN THE DEPTH OF THE RETURN FLANGE OF THE MOUNTING PLATE. This application occurs when venting through an exterior wall. Having determined the correct height for the air terminal VENT location, cut and frame a hole in the exterior wall as...

  • Page 25: Appliance Vent Connection

    4.1.3 APPLIANCE VENT CONNECTION Attach the adjustable pipe to the last section of rigid pipe. #8 X 1/2” Secure with screws and seal. SELF DRILLING Install the inner fl ex pipe to the appliance. Secure with 3 screws SCREWS and fl at washers. Seal the joint and screw holes using the high 2”...

  • Page 26: Extended Horizontal And Corner Terminal Installation

    Stretch the inner fl ex pipe to the required length #10x2" taking into account the additional length needed for SCREWS CAULKING the fi nished wall surface. Apply a heavy bead of the high temperature sealant W573-0007 Mill Pac (not supplied) to the inner sleeve of the air terminal. Slip the vent pipe a minimum of 2”...

  • Page 27: Vertical Air Terminal Installation

    4.1.6 VERTICAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION WARNING MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 2” SPACE BETWEEN THE AIR INLET BASE AND THE STORM COLLAR. Fasten the roof support to the roof using the screws provided. The roof support is optional. In this case the venting is to be adequately supported using either an alternate method suitable to the authority having jurisdiction or the optional roof support.

  • Page 28: Mobile Home Installation

    MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION This appliance is also certifi ed to be installed as an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) installation in a manufactured home (U.S. 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, in the United States or the Mobile Home Standard, CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada.

  • Page 29: Gas Installation

    GAS INSTALLATION WARNING RISK OF FIRE, EXPLOSION OR ASPHYXIATION. ENSURE THERE ARE NO IGNITION SOURCES SUCH AS SPARKS OR OPEN FLAMES. SUPPORT GAS CONTROL WHEN ATTACHING GAS SUPPLY PIPE TO PREVENT DAMAGING GAS LINE. ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED.

  • Page 30: Minimum Clearance To Combustibles

    MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Minimum clearance to combustible construction from appliance and vent surfaces: BACK WALL 2" 5" 2" Combustible Framing: 1" to bottom and sides of the vent pipe* 2" to top of the vent pipe* NOTE: Appliance should not be installed directly on BACK WALL carpeting.
  • Page 31 TOP EXIT NON-COMBUSTIBLE COMBUSTIBLE BRICK 0” IF MANTEL, SHELF, NON-COMBUSTIBLE 2” 2” OR CEILING FINISHING IS USED SUCH AS BRICK AND STONE. 15 1 /2” 1” 51” 45 1 /2” MINIMUM 35 1 /2” PLUS RISE * 5” The appliance requires a minimum ceiling height of 51" for a top vent horizontal termination. For top vent vertical termination, see "REAR EXIT"...

  • Page 32: Electrical Connection

    5.0 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WIRING DIAGRAM The main burner on/off switch and Night Light switch is located behind lower access panel. For ease of accessibility, optional remote wall switches may be installed in a convenient location for both burner and light operation.

  • Page 33: Finishing

    6.0 FINISHING GLASS DOOR REMOVAL: • Before the glass door can be removed, the top cast must be removed and the bottom cast door opened. • The glass door is secured to the top and front bottom edges of the fi rebox with four spring latches. Pull forward on the latches and away from the door to release.

  • Page 34: Door Glass Replacement

    DOOR GLASS REPLACEMENT WARNING DO NOT USE SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. GLASS MAY BE HOT, DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN REMOVING AND DISPOSING OF ANY BROKEN DOOR GLASS OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS. BE SURE TO VACUUM UP ANY BROKEN GLASS FROM INSIDE THE APPLIANCE BEFORE OPERATION.

  • Page 35: Charcoal Embers

    Blocked burner ports can cause an incorrect fl ame pattern, carbon deposits and delayed ignition. Phazer logs glow when exposed to direct fl ame. Use only certifi ed "glowing embers" and Phazer logs available from your Napoleon® dealer. LOGO PLACEMENT Remove the backing from the logo and position onto the control door as shown.

  • Page 36: Optional Blower Installation

    7.0 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION WARNING RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRICAL SHOCK. TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THIS APPLIANCE. USE ONLY WOLF STEEL APPROVED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WITH THIS APPLIANCE. USING NON-LISTED ACCESSORIES (BLOWERS, DOORS, LOUVRES, TRIMS, GAS COMPONENTS, VENTING COMPONENTS, ETC.) COULD RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND CERTIFICATION.

  • Page 37: Operation

    8.0 OPERATION WARNING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED.

  • Page 38: Adjustments

    9.0 ADJUSTMENTS PILOT INJECTOR AND ORIFICE REPLACEMENT WARNING THIS INSTALLATION SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL CODES. IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, USE THE CURRENT CAN1-B149 INSTALLATION CODE IN CANADA, OR THE CURRENT NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 IN THE UNITED STATES.

  • Page 39: Flame Characteristics

    FLAME CHARACTERISTICS It’s important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and burner fl ames. Compare them to the illustrations provided. If any fl ames appear abnor- mal call a service person. 54.3 VENTURI ADJUSTMENT This appliance has an air shutter that has been factory set open according to the chart below: VENTURI BURNER...

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    10.0 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING MAINTENANCE TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.

  • Page 41: Lens Assembly Installation

    10.1.2 LENS ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION KEY HOLE Remove the door from the fi rebox. Run the wires up through the lens hole. Align key hole with lens assembly. Snap into place. Replace light shields, attach the wires and replace the door to the fi rebox. 10.1.3 LENS ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT Remove the front door and top shield from the fi...

  • Page 42: Replacements

    PILOT INJECTOR - LP W455-0071 PILOT INJECTOR - NG W720-0092 PILOT TUBE W100-0069 PILOT ASSEMBLY - NG W100-0093 PILOT ASSEMBLY - LP W385-0334 NAPOLEON® LOGO W660-0009 ON/OFF SWITCH W387-0009 HALOGEN BULB 5W W387-0010 LAMP, 5 WATT 12 VOLT W135-0292** CAST FRONT W135-0291**...
  • Page 43 TERMINAL KITS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION GD-175 - WALL TERMINAL KIT BM6790 90° ELBOW - 7" DIAMETER GD-222 TERMINAL ASSEMBLY BM67ADJ 30" TO 53" ADJUSTABLE PIPE - 7" DIA W010-1313 FIRESTOP SPACER W585-0267 TOP VENT SHIELD W020-0032 HARDWARE BR3730 BLACK TRIM COLLAR BM6724 24"...
  • Page 44 ACCESSORIES REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION W690-0001 MILLIVOLT THERMOSTAT W660-0011B REMOTE CONTROL - ADVANTAGE PLUS GS67 BLOWER KIT W175-0268 CONVERSION KIT - NG TO LP W175-0269 CONVERSION KIT - LP TO NG GD-301 HEAT GUARD W175-0001 4" COUPLER GS332S STOVE TOP INSET - SOAPSTONE GS332F STOVE TOP INSET - GRANITE - GREEN GS332N...
  • Page 45 43 44 W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    12.0 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RAN OUT, WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPEN OR REMOVED. TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
  • Page 47 SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Carbon is being Air shutter has become Ensure air shutter opening is free of lint or other deposited on blocked. obstructions. glass, logs, Flame is impinging on the Check that the glass, logs, rocks or media are rocks, media glass, logs, rocks, media correctly positioned.
  • Page 48 SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION White / grey fi lm Sulphur from fuel is being Clean the glass, see “CARE OF GLASS” section forms. deposited on glass, logs or DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT. combustion chamber If deposits are not cleaned off regularly, the glass surfaces.

  • Page 49: Warranty

    All parts replaced under the President’s Limited Lifetime Warranty Policy are subject to a single claim. During the fi rst 10 years NAPOLEON® will replace or repair the defective parts covered by the lifetime warranty at our discretion free of charge. From 10 years to life, NAPOLEON®...

  • Page 50: Service History

    14.0 SERVICE HISTORY 43.1 W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12...
  • Page 51 15.0 NOTES 44.1 W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12...
  • Page 52 W415-0827 / D / 08.10.12...

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