Empire Comfort Systems BXM18MTN-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual
Empire Comfort Systems BXM18MTN-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Empire Comfort Systems BXM18MTN-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Double burner (requires vented decorative log set) for installation in solid-fuel burning fireplaces

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IMPORTANT! Read these instructions
carefully before installing or operating this
gas appliance. These instructions should
be left with the homeowner for future
reference.
WARNING
If the information in this manual 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 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 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.
If not installed, operated and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose
you to substances in fuel or from fuel
combustion which can cause death or
serious illness.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AND OWNER'S MANUAL
GAS-FIRED
Installer:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
DANGER
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your
new DOUBLE GAS BURNER! Your Decorative
Gas Burner is designed and intended for instal-
lation in an approved, existing, fully vented,
wood-burning fireplace, with a gas hook-up.
DOUBLE BURNER
(REQUIRES VENTED DECORATIVE
LOG SET)
FOR INSTALLATION IN
SOLID-FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES
MANUAL MODELS
BXM(18,24,30)MTN-1
REMOTE READY MILLIVOLT MODELS
BXR(18,24,30)MTN-1
This appliance must be installed only in a
solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue
and construction of noncombustible materials.
This unit is NOT for use with solid fuel. Solid
fuels shall NOT be burned in a fireplace where
a decorative appliance is installed.
The vent damper must have a damper
clamp attached to it to keep the damper from
accidentally closing during operation.
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL GAS-FIRED Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference. IMPORTANT! Read these instructions CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your carefully before installing or operating this new DOUBLE GAS BURNER! Your Decorative gas appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Before You Start .......................3 Carton Contents & Hardware Pack ................4 Important Safety Information ................5 - 6 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas ..............7 General Information ....................8 Product Specifications ....................8 Fireplace Preparation ....................9 Introduction ......................9 Gas Supply ......................10 - 11 Before Fully Installing the Appliance ..............12 Installation ......................13 Final Set Up ......................14...
  • Page 3: Before You Start

    BEFORE YOU START Samples and Definitions: DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
  • Page 4: Carton Contents & Hardware Pack

    CARTON CONTENTS & HARDWARE PACK CARTON CONTENTS HARDWARE PACK CONTENTS 1/4” X 1 1/4” SLOTTED HEX HEAD ANCHOR SCREW (2) Items not shown to scale. BXM(18,24,30)MTN Quantity Supplied Index Description Number BXM18 BXM(24,30) Double Burner Assembly with Manual Valve Valve Cover Assembly, Manual Damper Clamp Street Elbow, 1/2 X 3/8 Flexline...
  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Installer: Leave these instructions with the owner for future • During manufacture, this fireplace is treated with certain reference. oils, films and bonding agents. These bonding agents are For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. Do not burn not harmful but may produce smoke and odors as they are wood or solid fuels in a fireplace where a decorative gas log set burned off during initial operation of the fireplace.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION GAS WARNING ODOR During manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping, various com- If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas ponents of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films, or because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas. bonding agents.
  • Page 7: Safety Information For Users Of Lp-Gas

    SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and • Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas colorless.
  • Page 8: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Qualified Installing Agency High Altitude Installation Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment When installing this unit at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be per- United States) it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by formed only by a qualified agency.
  • Page 9: Fireplace Preparation

    FIREPLACE PREPARATION • Turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. • Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions. Have this cleaning performed annually after installation. • Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on floor or wall of fireplace.
  • Page 10: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Tubing, Type L Inside Diameter Outside Diameter Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P. 0-10 feet 1/2-in 3/8-in 1/2-in...
  • Page 11: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System 1. To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve, a 1/8-in (3.175mm) N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be placed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance.
  • Page 12: Before Fully Installing The Appliance

    BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE This appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace, which contains a working flue, and is constructed of WARNING non-combustible materials. When installing the appliance, do not obstruct the flow of com- IMPORTANT bustion and ventilation air.
  • Page 13: Installation

    INSTALLATION SET UP AND ASSEMBLY STOP! IT IS OUR RECOMMENDATION TO LIGHT THE PILOT Tools Needed AND TEST THE IGNITION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET Adjustable Wrench (at least one of which has a range of 3/4” UP THE LOGS. for gas fittings) Adjustable Pipe Wrenches CHECK FOR LEAKS! Apply soapy water to each connection 3/8”...
  • Page 14: Final Set Up

    FINAL SET UP WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with all included pictures, diagrams and drawings, or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. IMPORTANT Cover the pilot and valve assembly, and for Liquid Propane units, the air mixer at the side of the burner to protect it before installing sand or rockwool mix and glowing embers.
  • Page 15: Door Operation

    DOOR OPERATION OPERATE THE FIREPLACE WITH THE BIFOLD GLASS DOORS IN ONLY THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. NOTE: Always close the mesh firescreens when operating the fireplace with the glass doors fully open. CORRECT DOOR POSITION WHEN OPERATING THE FIREPLACE INCORRECT DOOR POSITION WHEN OPERATING THE FIREPLACE FULLY OPEN DOORS Figure 9...
  • Page 16: Millivolt Lighting Instructions

    MILLIVOLT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 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 life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by C.
  • Page 17: Manual Lighting Instructions

    MANUAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 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 life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. C.
  • Page 18: Pilot And Main Burner Flame Characteristics

    PILOT AND MAIN BURNER FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 11 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple/thermopile. The flame will surround the thermocouple/thermopile just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet.
  • Page 19: Wiring

    WIRING Attention: Thermostats are not approved on vented decorative 1. The remote receiver can not be placed behind the gas valve appliances. and burner assembly. 2. When facing the appliance, the remote receiver must be placed Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring in the right side firebox, toward the front.
  • Page 20: Maintenance & Service

    MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Keep the control compartment, logs and burner area surrounding the logs clean. NEVER enlarge valve orifices or burner ports. THE LOGS CAN GET VERY HOT— HANDLE ONLY WHEN COOL. Sooting Always keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible Some sooting of your log set is normal, adding to the appearance materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM OBSERVED POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE What To Do If You Smell Gas Gas odor during setup Gas Leak • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. •...
  • Page 22: Bxm Exploded View & Parts List

    BXM EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically ap- proved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. PART NO INDEX NO DESCRIPTION BXM18 BXM24...
  • Page 23: Bxr Exploded View & Parts List

    BXR EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically ap- proved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. PART NO INDEX NO DESCRIPTION BXR18 BXR24...
  • Page 24: Master Parts Distributor List

    This list changes from time to time. For the current list, please click on the Master Parts button at www.empirecomfort.com. Please note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered Original Equipment repair parts for Heaters, Grills, and Fireplaces manufactured by Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Dey Distributing Victor Division of F.
  • Page 25: Appliance Service History

    APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes 35429-0-0315 Page 25...
  • Page 26: Appliance Service History

    APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes Page 26 35429-0-0315...
  • Page 27: Warranty

    WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods specified below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual.
  • Page 28 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. www.empirecomfort.com Page 28 35429-0-0315...

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