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BLDV7 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Installation and Operating Instructions
Models: BLDV300(N/P)SC7SB, BLDV400(N/P)SC7SB, BLDV500(N/P)SC7SB
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death or
property damage.
•
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable 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.
– Leave the building immediately.
– 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.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service 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 for use only 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.
743000
BLDV 7 cover
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
DANGER
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
CERTIFIED
S
B
AFETY
ARRIER
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
Un panneau vitré chaud peut
20306741 11/14 Rev. 1
causer des brûlures.
Laissez refroidir le panneau
vitré avant d'y toucher.
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Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions
BLDV7 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation and Operating Instructions Models: BLDV300(N/P)SC7SB, BLDV400(N/P)SC7SB, BLDV500(N/P)SC7SB CERTIFIED WARNING: AFETY ARRIER FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a 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 BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. WARNING • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. -
Page 4: Code Approval
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION & CODE APPROVAL 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 CAREFULLY indicated on rating plate. It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel to give off 15. -
Page 5: Product Features
PRODUCT FEATURES BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HIGH ELEVATIONS • This appliance has been certified for use with either Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are certified natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. without deration for elevations up to 4,500 feet (1,370 • This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. m) above sea level. -
Page 6: Pre-Installation Information
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace Rough 7" Dia. Opening Depth 4" Dia. 1/2” or 5/8” (13 or 16 mm) R - Rough Opening Width Rough Opening Height Figure 2 - Fireplace Specifications and Framing Dimensions Gas Line Access BLDV300 BLDV400 BLDV500 743000... -
Page 7: Before You Start
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace BEFORE YOU START FIREBOX FRAMING Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping is set in place. Construct firebox framing following Figure 2 damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage for your specific installation requirements. Refer to Figure is found. -
Page 8: Fireplace Location
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE LOCATION Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e. blower, wall switch, or remote control) are desired. -
Page 9: Clearances
CLEARANCES BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES WARNING Wall Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can Combustible create a fire hazard. Material Area FP2334a The appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring. If 1”... -
Page 10: Securing The Fireplace
SECURING THE FIREPLACE BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace SECURING THE FIREPLACE TO THE FLOOR OR FRAMING The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 5. Use two (2) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing. The side nailing flanges are 1/2" or 5/8" to accommodate different wall thickness. Drywall Support Tabs (Do not use for framing or header) Nailing Flange Framing... -
Page 11: Vent Installation
Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before • attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in Only Vermont Castings Group venting components specifically approved and labelled for this fireplace serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation may be used. -
Page 12: Termination Location
† A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved clearances tested and approved by the listing agency. driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and 3. Vermont Castings Group assumes no responsibility for serves both dwellings the improper performance of the appliance when the venting Only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a system does not meet these requirements. -
Page 13: Termination Clearances
Repeat process with 7” flex vent pipe. The same proce- the current National Fuel Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. dure must be performed on the vent side. Only venting components manufactured or approved by Vermont Castings Group may be used in Direct Vent sys- tems. Hose Clamp Canadian Installations The venting system must be installed in accordance with the current CSA-B149.1 installation code. -
Page 14: Twist Lock Pipes
VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace TWIST LOCK PIPES When using twist lock pipe it is not necessary to use sealant on the joints. To join twist lock pipes together, simply align the beads of the male end with the grooves of the female end, twisting the pipe until the flange on the female end contacts exter- nal flange on the male end. It is recommended that you secure the joints with three (3) sheet metal screws, how-... -
Page 15: Vent Pipe Clearances To Combustibles
VENTING INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace WARNING Horizontal sections of this vent system require a minimum of 3" clearances to combustibles at the top of the flue and 1" clearance at the sides and bottom until the flue penetrates the outside wall. A minimum 1" clearance all around the flue is acceptable at this point of penetration. If the vertical rise is 71/2 ft. or more, only a 1" clearance is needed on top of any horizontal run. -
Page 16: Vertical Sidewall Application
VENTING INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace VERTICAL SIDEWALL APPLICATION Example: According to the vent graph (Page 15) the maximum horizontal vent length in a system with a 71/2’ Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combus- (2.3 m) rise is 20’ (6 m) and if a 90° elbow is required in tible materials is 3"... -
Page 17: Vertical Sidewall Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace VERTICAL SIDEWALL INSTALLATION - TWIST LOCK PIPE Step 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. It may be necessary to first position the fireplace and measure to obtain hole lo- cation. Depending on whether the wall is combustible or noncombustible, cut opening to size. Figure 16 (For com- bustible walls first frame in opening.) NOTE: When using flex vent, the opening will have to be measured according to the 1/2”... -
Page 18: Vertical Sidewall Installation - Flex Vent
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace VENTING INSTALLATION Step 7 Guide the vent terminations 4” and 7” collard into their respective vent pipes. Double check that the vent pipes 4" Flex overlap the collars by 2” (51 mm). Secure the termination Vent Pipe 12"... -
Page 19: Vertical Through-The-Roof Application
VENTING INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace 2. Remove soil to a depth of approximately 16” (406 mm) VERTICAL THROUGH-THE-ROOF below base of snorkel. Install drain pipe. Install window APPLICATION well (not supplied). Refill hole with 12” (305 mm) of This gas fireplace has been approved for: coarse gravel leaving a clearance of approximately 4”... -
Page 20: Vertical Through-The-Roof Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace Attic Insulation Shield (7DV1AIS) 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 = 270° Upper Floor Figure 24 - 11” Maximum Elbow (279 mm) Usage Ceiling Installation 12” Min. FP1029 Joist FP1179 Firestop Spacer VERTICAL THROUGH-THE-ROOF Nails (4) INSTALLATION Figure 26 -... - Page 21 VENTING INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace Horizontal Overhang 2 ft. 2 ft. Min. Min. Lowest Discharge Opening Roof Pitch H (feet) Termination Flat to 6/12 Vent Over 6/12 to 7/12 1.25 Over 7/12 to 8/12 Over 8/12 to 9/12 Storm Collar Over 9/12 to 10/12 FP1971 Over 10/12 to 11/12...
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Page 22: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION BLDV7 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. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper 100 lb. (min) fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit. External Propane/LP Regulator Supply Tank INSTALL GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE / BURNER SYSTEM LOCATION WARNING Vent Pointing... - Page 23 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace A manual shutoff valve must be installed upstream WARNING of the appliance. Union tee and plugged 1/8” NPT pressure tapping point should be installed upstream Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make of the appliance.
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Page 24: Glass Frame Removal
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace GLASS FRAME REMOVAL DANGER NOTE: I f the safety barrier is in place, you must first remove it before you remove the glass frame. To remove the barrier, simply lift up and pull out until the tabs HOT GLASS WILL are clear of their corresponding slots on the fire- CAUSE BURNS. box. Then proceed to remove the glass frame by following the steps below. -
Page 25: Eyebrow/Canopy Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace EYEBROW/CANOPY INSTALLATION 1. Remove glass frame. 2. Hold eyebrow/canopy with groove facing up and tabs for screws facing down. Figure 33 3. Install by placing eyebrow under bottom lip of facing. Hook bottom lip of facing into groove of eyebrow. Pull eyebrow forward until it stops. -
Page 26: Signature Command Installation
SIGNATURE COMMAND INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace CHECK THE GAS TYPE AND PRESSURE ELECTRICAL WIRING 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as General stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply 1. This fireplace is equipped with the Signature Control is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the valve which operates on 6 volts. -
Page 27: Junction Box Wiring
SIGNATURE COMMAND INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace JUNCTION BOX WIRING WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire The wall switch wire connection is located off the 2 ft. wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with mini- harness from the control box to the command center. Fig- mum 60°... -
Page 28: Signature Command Wiring Diagram
SIGNATURE COMMAND INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace Optional To Junction Box AC Module in Fireplace Pilot Optional White Light Black Optional White Blower Black White Optional Black Aux. Green Connector Pin To Control Board Input 300 Watt Max. Each Optional A/C Module Replaces 6V Adapter When Used RF Receiver ON/OFF Button... -
Page 29: Optional Blowers
SIGNATURE COMMAND INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace WARNING WARNING Electrical Grounding Instructions: This appliance is Electrical connections should only be performed by a equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your qualified licensed electrician. Main power supply must be protection against shock hazard and should be plugged turned off before connecting the fan to the main electrical directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. -
Page 30: Final Installation
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace FINAL INSTALLATION HEARTH BRICK PLACEMENT Place the hearth brick centered in front of burner and slide back until it hits the stops on the right and left of burner. ROCK WOOL PLACEMENT 1. Place rock wool on burner to provide glowing Burner embers. -
Page 31: Safety Barrier Installation
FINAL INSTALLATION BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace SAFETY BARRIER INSTALLATION DANGER INSTRUCTIONS CERTIFIED HOT GLASS WILL AFETY ARRIER CAUSE BURNS. DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN NOTE: A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns TO TOUCH GLASS. from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed for the protection of A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from... -
Page 32: Log Placement
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace FINAL INSTALLATION LOG PLACEMENT 4. Place the right upper log (#2) at an angle toward the burner by matching the rectangular notch on the 1. Place the rear log (#1) in place by sliding it over the bottom of this log with the rectangular protrusion on rear pins on the right and the left. -
Page 33: Operating Instructions (Scs)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - SIGNATURE COMMAND BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace 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 lie. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. -
Page 34: Operating Instructions
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - SIGNATURE COMMAND 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 35: Features
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - SIGNATURE COMMAND BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace FEATURES To Thermopile RF Receiver ON/OFF To Sensor Command Center To Sparker • Easy Access Function Operation and System Configura- tion NG/LP • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications (LED/ Conversion Buzzer) • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation To Command Control Board • Optional Wall Mounting Center 6 V AC Control Board... -
Page 36: System Configuration/Setup
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - SIGNATURE COMMAND BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace SYSTEM CONFIGURATION/SETUP 2. When the master switch is in the ON position (“-”), pressing the ON button and the OFF button on the All System configuration/setup is done on the Command Command Center simultaneously will toggle between Center. enabling and disabling the six-hour shutdown option. -
Page 37: Functions/Operation
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - SIGNATURE COMMAND BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace FUNCTIONS/OPERATION 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. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. standing pilot configuration, the pilot will stay; in inter- 2. -
Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace Sensor WARNING Signature Thermopile Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended Command that a qualified service technician perform these check- System Pilot ups at the beginning of each heating season 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 39: Vent System
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace VENT SYSTEM LOGS The fireplace and venting system should be inspected Leave logs installed in the fireplace for cleaning. Vacuum before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field surface of the logs with a brush attachment. If logs must service person. Inspect the external vent cap on a regular be removed for cleaning, handle carefully by holding gently basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the at each end. -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1. The pilot and main burner A. Inner vent pipe leaking exhaust A. C heck for flue product leak. Replace extinguish while in operation gases back into system defective pipe section. B. H orizontal vent improperly B. C heck horizontal-venting piping is run- pitched ning upward 1/4"... -
Page 41: Signature Command System
TROUBLESHOOTING BLDV7 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 42: Replacement Parts
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace TROUBLESHOOTING FIREBOX COMPONENTS 743000 BLDV 7 parts 20306741... - Page 43 REPLACEMENT PARTS BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace FIREBOX COMPONENTS Ref. Description Qty. BLDV300 BLDV400 BLDV500 Safety Screen Barrier 20306627K 20306633K 20306639K Sheet Metal Base 20302194 74D0514 74D0515 Glass Frame Assy 20301034 74D0096K 74D0211TK Control Cover 20302002 74D0038K 74D0119 Eyebrow Canopy 20302585K 20302586K 20302587K Junction Box Assy (not shown)
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Page 44: Signature Command System
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 743000 BLDV SC parts 20306741... - Page 45 REPLACEMENT PARTS BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM BLDV BLDV BLDV BLDV BLDV BLDV Item Description Qty. 300NSC7 300PSC7 400NSC7 400PSC7 500NSC7 500PSC7 Gas Valve Assembly 80D0001 80D0002 80D0001 80D0002 80D0001 80D0002 Pilot Assembly 80D0006 80D0007 80D0006 80D0007 80D0006 80D0007 Control Box 80D0018...
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Page 46: Logs
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS LOGS Ref. Description Qty. BLDV300 BLDV400 BLDV500 Rear Log #1 20302139 74D0053 74D0053 743000 Right Upper Log #2 20302140 74D0054 74D0054 BLDV log parts Right Front Log #3 20302141 74D0055 74D0055 Small Twig #4 20302142 74D0056 74D0056... -
Page 47: Venting Components
VENTING COMPONENTS BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace VERTICAL VENTING Description Model Number Vertical Vent Termination Kits Vertical Vent Termination w/ Storm Collar 7TDVSKV (flashing NOT included) Vertical Vent Termination w/ Storm Collar - 8 pack 7TDVSKV/8 (flashing NOT included) Vertical Vent Termination w/ 1/12 - 6/12 Flashing, Storm 7TDVSKVA* Collar and Ceiling Support Kit Vertical Vent Termination w/ 6/12 - 12/12 Flashing,... -
Page 48: Horizontal Venting
VENTING COMPONENTS BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace HORIZONTAL VENTING Description Model Number Horizontal Vent Termination Kits Rear Vent Hot Touch Termination Kit w/ 10" to 16" 7TBRHTK Adjustable Termination Pipe, Firestop, and Hot Touch Termination w/ Siding Shield Up and Out Side Wall Termination Kit w/ 10" to 16" 7TDVSCTK Adjustable Termination Pipe, 90° Elbow, Firestop, and Cool Touch Termination w/ Siding Shield Rear Vent Cool Touch Termination w/ Siding Shield for 7TRVCT/8... - Page 49 VENTING COMPONENTS BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace VENT COMPONENTS FOR 4" X 6 ⁄ " (Duravent, Selkirk) 4" x 6 ⁄ " (Metal-Fab) Current Duravent Duravent or Vermont or Vermont Qty./ Castings Group Castings Group Selkirk Metal-Fab Item Box Description Part no. Part no.
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Page 50: Massachusetts Residents Only
MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS ONLY Please read and follow these special requirements NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS with an alarm shall be installed. 2. Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Each carbon This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 Any residence with a direct vent product must have a carbon listed and IAS certified. -
Page 51: Warranty
Ceramic Fiber Logs. BASIC WARRANTY Vermont Castings Group warrants the components and materials in your gas appliance to be free from manu- facturing and material defects for a period of two years from date of installation. After installation, if any of the... - Page 52 This page intentionally left blank.
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Page 54: Efficiencies
BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace Based on CSA P.4.1-09 EFFICIENCY RATINGS ENERGUIDE RATINGS FIREPLACE EFFICIENCY MODEL PERCENTAGE Recherchez dans la brochure BLDV300NSC7 60.2 les caractéristique de rendement BLDV400NSC7 68.1 énergétique de foyer au gaz Énerguide BLDV500NSC7 64.1 Based on CSA P.4.1-09 Selon CSA P.4.1-09 BLDV300PSC7 64.2...