Intrepid® Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heater
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove.
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.
Operating
Replacement Parts ..........................................................................................................................................40
Optional Accessories ......................................................................................................................................41
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Table of Contents
General Information..............................................................................................................3
Stove Dimensions ................................................................................................................5
Installation Requirements .....................................................................................................6
Locating the Stove................................................................................................................6
Clearance Requirements......................................................................................................6
Mantel Clearances ...............................................................................................................7
Hearth Requirements ...........................................................................................................7
Gas Specifications................................................................................................................8
Air Shutter Setting ................................................................................................................8
High Elevations ....................................................................................................................8
Horizontal Termination ..........................................................................................................8
Vertical Termination ..............................................................................................................9
Termination Clearances......................................................................................................12
Install Optional FK20 Fan Kit..............................................................................................13
Rear Vent ...........................................................................................................................16
Horizontal Installation .........................................................................................................17
Vertical Installation .............................................................................................................19
General Maintenance .........................................................................................................22
Connect Gas Supply Line...................................................................................................27
Burner Information..............................................................................................................28
Complete the Assembly......................................................................................................28
Install ON/OFF Switch .......................................................................................................28
Install the Front Plate .........................................................................................................28
Thermostat Connection ......................................................................................................28
Install the Log Set...............................................................................................................29
Your First Fire .....................................................................................................................30
Flame Characteristics .........................................................................................................31
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................33
Annual System Inspection ..................................................................................................37
Care of Cast Iron ................................................................................................................37
Cleaning the Glass .............................................................................................................37
Glass Replacement ............................................................................................................37
Gasket Replacement ..........................................................................................................38
Stove Disassembly .............................................................................................................38
Wiring Diagrams .................................................................................................................39
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